Microtek ArtixScan 120tf User manual

Microtek
ArtixScan 120tf
Installation and Operation Manual

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Copyright© 2003 by Microtek International, Inc.
All rights reserved.
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Microtek®, ArtixScanTM, and ScanWizardTM Pro are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microtek International, Inc. Macintosh®and Apple®are registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc. Windows®is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Adobe®and
Acrobat®are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. All other products or name
brands are trademarks of their respective holders.
Important
Documents that you scan may be protected under copyright law. The unauthorized use of such
documents could be a violation of the rights of the copyright holder. Microtek bears no
responsibility for the unauthorized use of copyrighted materials.
To obtain optimal results from the Microtek scanning software and user's manual, you should be
familiar with such Windows concepts as pointing, clicking, dragging, and selecting from menus and
dialog boxed. If these things are new to you, refer to your Microsoft Windows User's Guide.
I49-003469 A
February 2003
Microtek Lab, Inc.
16941 Keegan Avenue, Carson, CA 90746
Main: 310-687-5800, Fax: [phone], http://www.microtekusa.com
Microtek International, Inc.
6, Industry East Road 3, Science Based Industrial Park, Hsinchu, 30077, Taiwan
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone], http://www.microtek.com
Microtek Europe B.V.
Klompenmaker Str. 76, 3194DE Hoogvliet-RT, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone], http://www.microtekeurope.com

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Contents
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement iv
Introduction 1
System Requirements ........................................................................ 1
Environmental Requirements ............................................................ 2
Unpacking the Scanner 3
Taking a Closer Look .......................................................................... 4
Installation 5
Installing the Scanner Software ........................................................ 5
Connecting the Scanner toYour Computer........................................ 6
Using the FireWire Cable.............................................................. 6
Using the SCSI Cable ................................................................... 8
PositioningYour Originals 10
A. Positioning theTransparent Film ..................................................10
Using the 35mm Slide Holder ................................................... 10
Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder .............................................. 11
Using the 6 x 9 cm Filmstrip Holder ......................................... 12
B. Inserting the Film Holder .............................................................. 13
C. Ejecting the Film Holder ............................................................... 13
Your First Scan 14
Performing Color Calibration 16
Installing MSP ................................................................................... 16
The Color CalibrationTarget ............................................................ 16
PositioningYourTarget..................................................................... 17
CalibratingYourTarget ..................................................................... 18
Loading a Profile .............................................................................. 19
Specifications 20
Additional Documentation in the CD-ROM 20

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Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
This equipment (Model: MTS-120tf) 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 in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television 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.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: Loi Han
Microtek Lab, Inc.
16941 Keegan Avenue
Carson, CA 90746
USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Tested to Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

ArtixScan 120tf Installation and Operation Manual 1
Introduction
The ArtixScan 120tf is a single-pass, dual interface (FireWire and SCSI), 42-bit, high-
resolution scanner designed for scanning transparent media such as film, slides, and
filmstrips.
This manual will help you in the installation and operation of your scanner, with the
information provided covering both Macintosh and PC environments.
System Requirements
•CD-ROM drive (for installing software)
•Color display with 24-bit color output capability
•128MB RAM or more recommended
Macintosh
•FireWire (IEEE 1394) - iMac DV or Mac G3/G4 with built-in FireWire port
- Mac OS 9.x or OS X
•SCSI - iMac or Mac G3/G4 with built-in SCSI port
- Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or OS X
PCandcompatibles
•FireWire (IEEE 1394) - Pentium II PC or later with FireWire port or available
PCI slot for installing included FireWire host adapter
- Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP
•SCSI - Pentium II PC or later with a SCSI card installed
- Microsoft Windows 95, 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP

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Environmental Requirements
Before unpacking your scanner, make sure that the location where the scanner will be
installed is large enough for easy operation.
•Make sure that the operating environment for the scanner is free of dust and other
contaminants.
•Allow adequate ventilation space (no less than 39.8" or 91.6 cm) around the
scanner.
•Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface that is not subject to vibration.
•Make sure that the scanning surface will not be exposed to direct sunlight or other
sources of bright light.
•Avoid placing the scanner close to sources of extreme cold or heat.
•Avoid connecting the scanner to a power source that might experience power
surges.
•Avoid positioning the scanner in the path of heavy traffic where it may get
bumped.
•Place the scanner within 3 feet of the computer. Use the FireWire cable or the SCSI
cable that came with your scanner.
Once the scanner has been placed in a suitable location and is ready to be connected
to the host computer, it is time to proceed with installation of the necessary hardware
and software components for the scanner.

ArtixScan 120tf Installation and Operation Manual 3
Unpacking the Scanner
While unpacking the scanner, inspect the shipping carton for any signs of
mishandling or damage. Your scanner’s packing carton and padding material have
been carefully chosen to prevent damage to the unit in shipping and can withstand a
reasonable amount of pressure.
Refer to the enclosed packing list to ensure that you received all of the parts
necessary for scanner setup. If there are any damaged or missing parts, contact
Microtek's customer service department.
1. ArtixScan 120tf scanner
2-1. FireWire card
2-2. FireWire cable
2-3. SCSI cable
2-4. Power cord
2-5. Microtek CD-ROM (ScanWizard Pro TX)
2-6. Documentation: Includes ArtixScan 120tf
Installation and Operation Manual, ScanWizard Pro TX
User’s Guide, ScanWizard Pro TX Quick Reference, and
other inserts.
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3-2
3-3
3-1
2-3
2-1
2-2
2-6
2-5
FireWire
3-1. 35mm Slide Holder
3-2. 35mm Film Holder
3-3. 6 x 9 cm Filmstrip Holder
3-4. Dust cover
2-4
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Taking a Closer Look
Eject button
POWER button (yellow)
READY Indicator (orange)
Feed slot
SCSI terminator
switch
Power connector
SCSI ports (2)
FireWire ports (2)
SCSI ID switch

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Installation
This section provides information on the proper procedure for connecting your
scanner.
Installing the Scanner Software
Before connecting the scanner to your computer, follow the steps below to install the
scanner software:
1. Turn on your computer.
2. Insert the Microtek CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
ForMacintoshusers:
When the Microtek CD-ROM icon appears on your Macintosh desktop, double-
click on this icon to open it. Double-click “For OS 9.x”or “For OS X”, depending
on the OS you are using. When the software installer screen appears, click each
software program on the screen to install all the software components. Double-
click the “Install”icon on each folder to install the programs one at a time.
To install ScanWizard Pro TX on Mac OS X, double-click “ScanWizard Pro TX”to
mount the ScanWizard Pro TX installer on the desktop, then double-click the
ScanWizard Pro TX "mpkg" icon in its folder. When the installation dialog box
comes up, enter the administrator' s name and password, then follow the on-
screen instructions until installation is complete.
ForPCusers:
The Microtek Scanner Software installer screen should automatically come up.
When the software installer screen appears, click each software program in the
order that it appears on the screen to install all the software components.
When you install ScanWizard Pro TX, the installer program will install the Color
Matching System driver program and ask you to perform Color Matching for your
monitor and printer. The Color Matching System feature ensures color
consistency from the initial input phase when an image is captured by the
scanner, to the final output process when the image is output to your monitor or
printer.
Note: If the software installer screen does not come up automatically, double-
click the following in succession: “My Computer” on your Windows desktop;
the CD-ROM icon; and then cdsetup.exe to start the installer program.
3. Restart your computer when software installation is complete.

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Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer
The ArtixScan 120tf comes with both FireWire and SCSI-2 built-in interfaces. You may
choose either FireWire (IEEE-1394) or SCSI as the interface for connection between
the scanner and computer. (Choose only one interface –either FireWire or SCSI, but
not both.)
Using the FireWire Cable
Before connecting the scanner, check to see if your computer system is FireWire-
ready. FireWire-ready means you can connect the scanner to your computer using the
provided FireWire cable.
System is FireWire-ready
•For Macintosh users, your computer should be equipped with a built-in FireWire
port, designated with the FireWire symbol “ ”.
•For PC users, the FireWire card should be installed and should work properly in
your computer.
System is Not FireWire-ready
If your system is not FireWire-ready, you will need to install a FireWire card. For more
details on how to install the FireWire card, please refer to the “FireWire Installation
Guide” on a separate documentation included with your scanner package.
Alternatively, you can use the SCSI interface to connect your scanner.
For FireWire-ready Systems:
1. Connect the power cord to your scanner.
Plug the power cord into the back of the scanner, and plug the other end into a
power source (power surge protector highly recommended). Make sure no other
cable is connected to the scanner except the power cord at this point.