AGFA StudioScan II User manual

StudioScan II
Owner’s Guide

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Trademarks
StudioScan II is a trademark of Agfa-Gevaert, NV.
Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer,
Incorporated.
IBM PC, AT, and XT are trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation.
Other product or company names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
Copyright © 1994 Agfa-Gevaert N.V.
All rights reserved
All software and hardware described in this document are subject to
change without any notice.

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Contents
Introduction ix
About your StudioScan II xi
About this Owner’s Guide xi
About the FotoLook documentation xii
Conventions xii
1 Preparing the scanner 1
Unpacking the scanner 3
Unlocking the scanner 5
Locking the scanner 5
Taking a closer look 6
Installing the Transparency Module 7
Unpacking the Transparency Module 7
Connecting the Transparency Module 9
Testing the scanner 10
2 Installing the scanner 11
Important safety instructions 13
About SCSI devices 14
Changing the SCSI ID number 14
Installation for the Macintosh 15
Choosing a SCSI ID number 15
Connecting the scanner 16
Testing the connection 17
Installation for the PC 18
Which SCSI adapter card 18
Connecting the scanner 18
3 Using the scanner 21
Placing a reflective original 23
Placing a transparent original 23
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4 Caring for your scanner 25
Cleaning the scanner 27
Replacing the fluorescent lamps 27
Replacing the fuse 27
Troubleshooting 29
Technical Information 31
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StudioScan II and Transparency Module
regulation compliance
North-American version
Safety regulations
The StudioScan II and Transparency Module are designed to comply
with:
UL 1950-D3
CSA C22.2 No. 950 - M89
UL Safety Statement
Instructions for power supply cord selection:
For units set at 115V:
Use a UL listed, Type SVT or SJT cord, three conductor, rated 10␣A
125␣V, not to exceed 15ft in length.
❖Warning: For the reason of safety, besides the personal maintenance
mentioned in this operation manual, don’t try to remove any mechanical
parts or any electronic devices. If you need service, our dealer and service
offices are available to help you.
Electromagnetic Interference
The StudioScan II is designed to comply with:
FCC 20718, part 15, subpart B, class B
FCC
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference
Statement.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
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reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
Notice:
(1) The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
(2) Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used
in order to comply with the emission limits.
Canadian department of Communications
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques (de la class
B) prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectriques
édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

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StudioScan II and Transparency Module
regulation compliance
International version
Safety regulations
The StudioScan II and Transparency Module are designed to comply
with:
VDE 0805
TÜV
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
1. Bitte Lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.
2. Um eine Beschädigung des Gerätes zu vermeiden sollten Sie nur
Zuberhörteile verwenden, die vom Hersteller zugelassen sind.
3. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
4. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten.
Ein Kippen oder Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen.
Verwenden Sie nur sichere Standorte und beachten Sie die
Aufstellhinweise des Herstellers.
5. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät
vor Überhitzung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daß diese Öffnungen
nicht abgedeckt werden.
6. Die Netzanschlußsteckdose muß aus Gründen der elektrischen
Sicherheit einen Schutzleiterkontakt haben.
7. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder
Flüssigkeiten in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw.
elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
8. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der
elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal
geöffnet werden.
9. Die Steckdose sollte nahe dem Gerät und leicht zugänglich sein.

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Electromagnetic Interference
The StudioScan II is designed to comply with:
VDE 0871, class B
VDE 0875, level N

ixWelcome
Introduction

x Introduction

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Introduction
This chapter introduces you to your StudioScan II and to the different
manuals that came with your scanner.
About your StudioScan II
The StudioScan II is a 10-bit flatbed desktop scanner. You can scan
line-art, halftone, gray-scale and color reflective originals up to legal
or A4 format. If you purchased the transparency module, you can
scan transparent originals as well. The StudioScan II is a one pass
color scanner with a resolution of 400 x 800 dpi. The image sensor is
a linear array CCD (Charge Coupled Device) with a daylight
fluorescent light.
With its powerful and easy-to-use scanner driver software, the
StudioScan II gives you easy access to high quality color scans. The
scanner driver software gives you a number of additional features that
let you create special effects or reproduce even the most difficult
originals.
The StudioScan II includes a built-in SCSI interface which makes it
very easy to connect the scanner to your Macintosh or PC.
The StudioScan II exists in different versions, each submitted to
different regulation approvals.
■the North-American version operates at voltage 100-120V and is
designed to comply with UL 1950-D3, CSA C22.2 No. 950 - M89
and FCC 20718, part 15, subpart B, class B.
■the international version automatically adjusts to any AC
electrical outlet rated from 100V to 240V and is designed to
comply with VDE 0805, VDE 0871, class B and VDE 0875,
level␣N.
About this Owner’s Guide
This guide to the StudioScan II contains three chapters and two
appendices:
■Chapter 1, ‘Preparing the scanner’, shows you how to prepare your
scanner for installation.
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■Chapter 2, ‘Installation’, shows you how to set up your StudioScan
II and how to set the SCSI ID number.
■Chapter 3, ‘Using the scanner’, tells you how to place different
originals.
■Chapter 4, ‘Caring for your scanner’, covers general maintenance
tips for your scanner.
■Appendix A, ‘Troubleshooting’, can be helpful when you come
across problems that you are unable to solve.
■Appendix B, ‘Technical information’, provides specifications and
lists additional accessories available for your StudioScan II.
About the FotoLook documentation
Besides this Owner’s Guide, your StudioScan II comes with a
documentation set for FotoLook. In this documentation you can find
information on how to install and use the FotoLook software.
Conventions
The following conventions are used in this guide:
❖Note: A note of this type gives you additional information.
■Instructions are preceded by a small red square and are set in
bold.
1. Numbered steps describe the actions you must take to perform
a task.
Introduction

Chapter 1
Preparing the scanner

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3Unpacking the scanner
Preparing the scanner
This chapter assists you in preparing your StudioScan II for
installation. You’ll find instructions for:
■Unpacking the scanner
■Unlocking the scanner
■Locking the scanner
■Installing the Transparency Module
■Testing the scanner
Unpacking the scanner
The first thing to do is to make sure you have everything you’re
supposed to.
1. Open the packing box and take out all the items.
2. Check each item against Figure 1 to make sure that you have
everything.
If something is missing, contact your dealer or representative.
3. Remove the plastic wrapping and the packing materials from
the scanner.
❖Note: Save the packing materials so that you can repack the scanner to
protect it if you have to move it over long distances.
4. Fill out the Warranty and Registration card. You will find the
product serial number on the identity label on the rear of your
scanner.

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3-pin 110V Power cord
(North-American version)
220V Power cord
(International version)
Owner’s
and User’s Guides
3 1/2 inch Macintosh
disks
3 1/2 inch PC
disks 25 - 50 pins
SCSI cable
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Warranty and Registration
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Unlocking the scanner
The scanner’s optical assembly is held in place during shipment by a
locking screw which must be loosened before the unit can be
operated.
1. Locate the locking screw at the base of the scanner as shown in
Figure 2.
2. Unlock the locking screw with a small coin.
The screw pushes out a small distance, nearly even to the bottom
of the scanner.
❖Note: Leave the locking screw in place so that you can relock it if you
have to move the scanner over long distances.
Unlocking the scanner
Locking the scanner
If you need to transport the scanner over long distances, you should
first replace the shipping restraint. This will protect the scanner’s
optical assembly from possible damage.
1. Turn off your scanner.
2. Turn on your scanner.
The Power indicator should light and the Ready indicator should
blink. The scanner’s optical assembly moves to its home position.
3. Wait until the Ready indicator stops blinking.
Figure 2
Unlocking the locking screw
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4. Locate the locking screw at the base of the scanner.
5. Tighten the locking screw with a small coin.
6. Turn off your scanner.
7. Repack the scanner with the original packing materials to
protect it.
Taking a closer look
Now that you have the scanner out of the box, take a closer look so
that you’re familiar with its parts. Figure 3 and Figure 4 illustrate the
locations of the different parts of your StudioScan II.
Document cover
Glass plate
Ready indicator
Power indicator
Figure 3
The top and right side of the scanner

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Installing the Transparency Module
The Transparency Module is an optional item. The following describes
the procedure for installing the Transparency Module if you have
purchased one for your StudioScan II.
Unpacking the Transparency Module
The first thing to do is to make sure you have everything you’re
supposed to.
1. Open the packing box and take out all the items.
2. Check each item against Figure 5 to make sure that you have
everything.
If something is missing, contact your dealer or representative.
3. Remove the plastic wrapping and the packing materials from
the Transparency Module.
4. Fill out the Warranty and Registration card. You will find the
product serial number on the identity label on the rear of your
Transparency Module.
Figure 4
The rear of the scanner
Power switch
Transparency
Module connector
SCSI ID switch
Power input
SCSI interface connector
Power input for
Transparency Module
Taking a closer look

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Transparency Module
220V Power cord
International version
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North-American version
Regulation
approval document
Figure 5
The contents of the Transparency
Module packing box Warranty and
Registration card
❖Note: Save the packing materials so that you can repack the Transparency
Module to protect it if you have to move it over long distances.
Transparency frame