Microtek ArtixScan 1800f User manual

Microtek
ArtixScan 1800f
Installation and Operation Manual

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Copyright © 2002 by Microtek International, Inc.
All rights reserved.
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Microtek®, ArtixScanTM, and ScanWizardTM Pro are trademarks or registered trademarks of
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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 responsi-
bility 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.
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August 2002
Microtek Lab, Inc.
16941 Keegan Avenue
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http://www.microtekusa.com
Microtek International, Inc.
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Science-Based Industrial Park
Hsinchu 300, Taiwan
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Contents
Introduction 1
System Requirements ........................................................................ 1
Environmental Requirements ............................................................ 2
Unpacking the Scanner 3
Taking a Closer Look .......................................................................... 4
Unlocking the Scanner ....................................................................... 5
Shipping the Scanner .................................................................. 5
Installation 6
Installing the Scanner Software ........................................................ 6
Connecting the Scanner toYour Computer ........................................ 7
Using the FireWire Cable .............................................................. 7
Using the USB Cable .................................................................... 9
Positioning Your Originals 11
Positioning Reflective Materials ....................................................... 11
PositioningTransparent Film ........................................................... 12
Using the Glass Holder .............................................................. 13
Using the Other Film Holders .................................................... 14
A. Using the 35mm Slide Holder ........................................ 15
B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder .................................. 15
C. Using the 6 x 9 cm Film Holder ...................................... 17
D. Using the 4 " x 5 " Film Holder ........................................ 18
Your First Scan 19
Performing Color Calibration 21
The Color CalibrationTarget ............................................................ 21
PositioningYourTarget ..................................................................... 21
A. Positioning the ReflectiveTarget............................................ 22
B. Positioning theTransparentTarget ......................................... 22
CalibratingYourTarget ..................................................................... 23
Loading a Profile .............................................................................. 24
Specifications 25
Additional Documentation in the CD-ROM 25
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 26

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ArtixScan 1800f Installation and Operation Manual 1
Introduction
TheArtixScan1800fisasingle-pass,dualinterface(FireWireandUSB2.0),48-bit,
high-resolution scanner with two scanning beds — the upper bed for scanning
reflective materials such as photos and prints, and the lower bed for scanning
transparent media such as film, slides, and filmstrips. The ArtixScan 1800f is
specifically designed for graphic arts and imaging professionals.
This manual will help you in the
installation and operation of your
scanner, and the information provided
covers both Macintosh and PC
environments.
System Requirements
• CD-ROMdrive(forinstallingsoftware)
• Color display with 24-bit color output capability
• 128MBRAMormorerecommended
FireWire
• PC - Pentium II or later with built-in FireWire port or FireWire card installed
-Windows98SE,2000,Me,orXP
• Mac -iMacDV or new G3/G4 with built-in FireWiresupport
-Mac OS9.x
USB2.0 (USB2.0featuresbackwardcompatibilitytoUSB 1.1)
• PC - Pentium II or later with USB 1.1 port or with USB 2.0 card installed
-Windows98, 2000, Me, or XP
• Mac - iMacorG3/G4 with built-in USB1.1 port
-Mac OS 8.6,or 9.x

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Environmental Requirements
Before unpacking your scanner, make sure that the location where the scanner will be
installed is large enough to allow 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 38.1"or 15 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 USB
2.0 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.

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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 1800f scanner
2-1. FireWire card
2-2. FireWire cable
2-3. USB 2.0 cable (backward compatibility to USB 1.1)
2-4. Power cord
2-5. Microtek CD-ROM (ScanWizard Pro)
2-6. Documentation: includes ArtixScan 1800f
Installation and Operation Manual, ScanWizard Pro
User’s Guide, ScanWizard Pro Quick Reference, and
other inserts.
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3-2
3-3
3-4
3-5
3-1
2-3
2-1
2-2
2-6
2-5
FireWire
1.1
1.2
1.1
1.2 2.2
2.1
1.1 2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
1.2
1.3
1.5
1.6
1.4
1.1
1.2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
1.3
1.4
3-6
3-1. Glass Holder
3-2. 35mm Slide Holder
3-3. 35mm Filmstrip Holder
3-4. 6 x 9 cm Film Holder
3-5. 4 " x 5 " Film Holder
3-6. Main Holder
3-7. Vinyl Strip (10 pcs)
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Horizontal ruler
Scanner lid
Glass surface
(Upper scan bed)
Vertical ruler
Taking a closer look
Transparency tray
(Lower scan bed) Power button
Power indicator (green)
Transparency Ready indicator
(amber)
Reflective Ready indicator
(amber)
FireWire ports (2)
USB 2.0 port (1)
Power connector

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Unlocking the Scanner
Before you start to operate the scanner, the scanner should be unlocked. To unlock
the scanner, follow the steps below:
1. Look for the unlocking screw at the bottom
of the scanner.
2. Using a screwdriver or a coin, push and
turn the locking screw counterclockwise to
the unlock position.
When successfully unlocked, the screw
will push out a little, protruding slightly
from the bottom of the scanner.
Shipping the Scanner
If you have to transport the scanner, the scanner must be locked. To lock the scanner,
follow the steps below:
1. Turn off the scanner if your scanner is on.
2. Turn the scanner back on. The scanner’s
carriage will move to the standby position
in 5 minutes.
3. When the indicators on the front of your
scanner stop blinking, use a screwdriver or
a coin and then push and turn the locking
screw clockwise to the locked position.
When the screw has been tightened, this
indicates that your scanner is locked.
4. Turn off your scanner. The scanner is now
ready for transport.

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Installation
This section provides information on the scanner connection procedures.
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. The software installer screen should appear, and click
each software program on the screen to install all the software components.
Double-click the “Install” icon on each folder to install the respective programs one
at a time.
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, 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 the software installation is complete.
*Caution:
For Macintosh users,
1. Make sure the additional software you have is already installed in your computer
before installing the scanner software.
2. Make sure that all virus protection software is turned off before installing the
scanner software. Once the scanner software installation is finished, remember to
re-enable the virus protection software.
3. For iMac users, please visit Apple's website at http://www.apple.com/imac/to
download and install any iMac updates you may require.

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Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer
TheArtixScan 1800f comes with both FireWire and USB 2.0 built-in interfaces. You
may choose either FireWire (IEEE-1394) or USB 2.0 as the interface for connection
between the scanner and computer. (You can use only one interface at a time.)
Using the FireWire Cable
Before connecting the scanner, check to see if your computer system is FireWire-
ready (i.e., your scanner can be connected to the computer using the FireWire cable
provided.)
System is FireWire-ready
• For Macintosh users, your computer should have been equipped with a built-in
FireWire port. This port should be designated with the FireWire symbol “ ”
shown to the left.
• 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 separate documentation
included with your scanner package. Alternatively, you can use the USB 2.0 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.

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2. Connect the scanner to your computer, using the provided FireWire cable.
Connect one end of the FireWire cable to your computer’s FireWire port, and
connect the other end of the cable to the scanner’s FireWire port.
3. Press the power button on the front panel, and wait for the lights to stop blinking
and stay on steady. The scanner will be detected by your system automatically.
For PC users
For Macintosh users
The latest
Macintosh
computers (i.e.,
G3, G4, etc.) are
equipped with a
built-in FireWire
port, usually
labeled with the
“” logo.
Power button

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Using the USB 2.0 Cable
The ArtixScan 1800f's USB interface is a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 support port, which is
compatible with the original USB standard with the high/low data transfer rate via the
provided USB2.0 cable. Before making the USB connection, check to see if your
computer system has a built-in USB port (original USB standard) or upgrade to
include Hi-Speed USB 2.0 support port.
Currently, the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 runs only on the Windows operating system. If you
want to transfer data at high data rate, you should have installed the Hi-Speed USB
2.0 add-on card that works properly in your computer. For more details on how to
install the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 add-on card in your computer, please refer to the
documentation that came with your purchased USB 2.0 card.
Follow the steps below to make the USB connection.
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.
For Macintosh users
USB port usually
labeled with the
“” logo..
2. Connect the scanner to your computer, using the provided USB 2.0 cable.
Connect one end of the USB 2.0 cable to your computer’s USB port, and connect
the other end of the cable to the scanner’s USB 2.0 port.

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For PC users
(with a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 card installed)
For PC users
(with a built-in USB port)
3. Press the power button on the front panel, and wait for the lights to stop blinking
and stay on steady. The scanner will be detected by your system automatically.
Power button

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Positioning Your Originals
This section provides information on how to position your originals for scanning and
how to use the various film holders included with your scanner.
Positioning Reflective Materials
This procedure applies when you use the upper scan bed of the ArtixScan 1800f. The
upper scan bed is used for scanning reflective materials such as photos and prints.
1. Open the scanner lid.
Note: To scan a book or thick materials/documents, lift the scanner lid out of its
hinge sockets high enough to create room between the originals and the lid.
2. Place the original to be scanned face down on the scanner’s glass surface. Center
the top of the original along the horizontal ruler on the scanner.
3. Lower the scanner lid.
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Positioning Transparent Film
This procedure applies when you use the lower scan bed of the ArtixScan 1800f,
which has a holder that is used for scanning transparent film.
There are two ways to scan transparent film.
A. By using the Glass Holder, which is used to scan non-standard-sized transparent
film.
Caution:
Make sure that the calibration slit faces the front of the scanner when you insert the
holder into the transparency bay (the drawer of lower compartment) of the scanner.
Main Holder
4 " x 5 " Film Holder
B. By using the Main Holder, which is used together with the individual holders to
scan a particular type of standard-sized transparent film, such as individual 35mm
slides,35mmfilmstrips,6x9cmfilm,or 4"x 5"film.
Calibration slit
Glass Holder

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Using the Glass Holder
To scan large or non-standard-sized transparencies:
1. Place the film face down on top of the glass surface of the holder.
2. Place the vinyl strip on the edges of the transparency to secure the film in place.
3. Insert the holder all the way into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower
compartment) of the scanner.
Caution:
The glass holder requires regular cleaning. To clean, use mild glass cleaning solution,
and wipe the glass plate gently with lint-free lens-cleaning cloth to prevent leaving
fiber residues.

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Using the Other Film Holders
Use the other film holders together with the Main Holder for scanning a particular
type of standard-sized film. For instance, use the 4"x 5"film holder to scan 4"x 5"
film,or use the 35mm filmstripholderto scan 35mm filmstrips.
1.1
1.2
1.1
1.2 2.2
2.1
1.1 2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
1.2
1.3
1.5
1.6
1.4
1.1
1.2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
1.3
1.4
Main Holder
35mm Slide Holder
6 x 9 cm Film Holder
35mm Filmstrip Holder
4” x 5” Film Holder

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A. Using the 35mm Slide Holder
The35mmSlide Holder can hold a maximum of twelve mounted slides at a time.
1. Place the individual 35mm slides into the holder.
2. Place the slide holder in the Main Holder.
3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower
compartment) of the scanner.
B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder
Two strips of six frames can be mounted into the 35mm Filmstrip Holder at a time.
1. Placethe 35mm filmstrip into the holder.
a) Push to open the lid.
b) Placethe35mmfilmstrip into the holder.
1.1
1.2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
1.3
1.4

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c) Align the frame-by-frame
partition on your filmstrip with
the Arrow mark of the holder.
d) Snap to close the lid.
The partitions on the holder
should match the filmstrip’s
frame-by-framepartitions.
2. Put the filmstrip holder into
the Main Holder.
3. Insert the whole assembly
into the transparency bay
(the drawer or lower
compartment) of the
scanner.
Frame-by frame
partition
Arrow mark
1.1 2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
1.2
1.3
1.5
1.6
1.4
Caution:
When the filmstrips are closed, do not move or touch the filmstrips. If you do so, this
will bend the original and possibly result in out-of-focus scans.