Microtek ScanMaker 1000XL User manual

Getting to KnowYour ScanMaker 1000XL
The ScanMaker 1000XL is a tabloid-size scanner with a 12" x 17" scan bed, 6400 x
3200-dpioptical resolution, 4.0 maximumoptical density, and dual FireWireand Hi-
Speed USB interfaces. With the use of the TMA 1000XLTransparent MediaAdapter
(available as either standard or optional equipment), you can also scan film and
transparencies – including X-rays – up to 12" x 16" in size.
Copyright © 2005 Microtek International, Inc. http://www.microtek.com
I49-003868 A, January 2005
Contents
Getting to KnowYour ScanMaker 1000XL ..................................................... 1
Features of the ScanMaker 1000XL ................................................................. 2
Taking a Closer Look ........................................................................................ 3
Unlocking the Scanner .................................................................................... 4
Connecting to the FireWire Port ..................................................................... 5
How to Use theTMA 1000XL .......................................................................... 6
A. UnpackingTMA 1000XL ..................................................................... 6
B. Installing theTMA 1000XL .................................................................. 7
Unlocking theTMA 1000XL .................................................................... 8
PositioningTransparent Film ................................................................. 9
A. Using the 35mm SlideTemplate .............................................. 10
B. Using the 35mm FilmstripTemplate ....................................... 11
C. Using the 120 FilmTemplate ..................................................... 12
D. Using the 4 " x 5 " FilmTemplate ................................................ 13
E. Using the Film Alignment Ruler .............................................. 14
Positioning MultipleTemplates ........................................................... 15
Positioning Reflective Originals ........................................................... 16
Scanning Scenarios ....................................................................................... 17
Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Photos .......................................... 18
Scanning Damaged Photos ................................................................. 22
Scanning Positive Film ......................................................................... 25
Scanning Negative Film ........................................................................ 28
Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) .......................................... 31
Calibration Kit ........................................................................................ 31
MSP Installation .................................................................................... 31
Positioning theTarget ........................................................................... 32
A. Positioning the ReflectiveTarget ............................................. 32
B. Positioning theTransparentTarget .......................................... 32
Calibration Setup ................................................................................... 33
Calibration and Profiling ....................................................................... 34
Loading a Profile ................................................................................... 35
Specifications / System Requirements ........................................................ 36
FCC Compliance Statement .......................................................................... 37
User Guide
ScanMaker 1000XL features, scenarios, and information

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The ScanMaker 1000XL comes with several important features, including the
following:
• Large 12" x 17" scan bed: The tabloid-size scan bed of the ScanMaker 1000XL lets
you easily scan oversized originals, contact sheets, large pieces of art, mechanical
blueprints, and X-rays.
• 6400 x 3200-dpi resolution: The exceptionally high resolution of the ScanMaker
1000XL lets you scan even postage-size images and enlarge them with amazing
clarity, with little loss of detail. The scanner's 4.0 maximum optical density allows it
to capture a wide range of tones approximating real-life color and hues.
• Microtek's PictuRescueTM system: This combined photo reconstruction and
restoration solution incorporates DIGITALICETM Photo Print Technology and
ColoRescueTM.
– With DIGITALICE Photo Print Technology, the ScanMaker 1000XLcan
automatically map, identify, and eliminate surface defects on your photos. Built
into the hardware and software, DIGITALICE Photo Print Technology removes
dust, scratches, rips, and tears, reconstructing your damaged photos and
restoring them to pristine, near-original quality.
– With ColoRescue, the ScanMaker 1000XLrestores faded colors in photos and
film, bringing hues back to their original luster and brilliance for more vibrant
images. ColoRescue's one-click, automatic color recovery process is simple
and straightforward, involving no learning curve or hassle.
• Transparent MediaAdapter: The TMA 1000XL is available as either standard
equipment or optional accessory (depending on the configuration of the
ScanMaker 1000XLthat you purchased). With the use of the TMA1000XL, you
can scan X-rays, positive transparencies, and negative film. The included
templatesaccommodate a variety of film sizes,including 35mm slides, 35mm
filmstrips,4"x 5" film,andmediumformat film from6x4.5-cmup to 6x17-cm
panoramicfilm.
• Microtek ScanWizard™ Pro scanning software: This is an advanced scanner
controller program that provides many powerful, professional-level features for
scanning. ScanWizard Pro includes the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP)
program, which allows users to calibrate the scanner and generate the appropriate
ICC color profile to ensure color consistency and accuracy during the scanning
process. ScanWizard Pro also features two color spaces, allowing users to work in
the Native CMYK / RGB mode, as well as in the intuitive LCH (Lightness, Chroma,
Hue)mode.
Features of the ScanMaker 1000XL

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Taking a Closer Look
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Scanner lid (or TMA 1000XL)
Glass surface
Vertical ruler
READY indicator (Green)
POWER indicator (Orange)
Power connector
Accessory port (or with TMA
1000XL's connector securely
connected)
FireWire port (1)
Hi-Speed USB port (1)
Power switch
Horizontal ruler
(U-shaped ruler)

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Unlocking the Scanner
Before you can operate the scanner, you will need to unlock the scanner. To unlock
the scanner, follow the steps below:
1. Remove the yellow “Step 3” sticker
from your scanner.
2. Look for the unlocking screw at the
bottom of the scanner.
3. Using a screwdriver, 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, you will need to lock the scanner back. 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 a few moments.
3. When the indicators on the front of
your scanner stop blinking, use a
screwdriver, 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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Connecting to the FireWire Port
The printed Start Here guide showed you how to connect your computer to the USB
port of the ScanMaker 1000XL. Here, the User Guide shows you how to connect the
computer to the scanner's alternate FireWire port.
Prior to connection, check first to see if your computer system has a FireWire port. If
FireWire is present, connect the FireWire cable to the FireWire port. If your computer
does not have a FireWire port, install a FireWire card to make use of the FireWire port.
For details on how to install a FireWire card in your computer, refer to the
documentation that came with the FireWire card.
Note: Your ScanMaker 1000XL does not include a FireWire card in the package.
Follow the steps below to perform the FireWire connection:
1. Connect one end of the FireWire cable to your computer, and connect the other
end of the cable to the scanner’s FireWire port.
For PC users
(with a built-in FireWire port
or FireWire card installed)
For Mac users
(with a built-in FireWire port)
The latest Macintosh
computers (i.e., G3, G4, G5,
etc.) are equipped with a built-
in FireWire port, usually
labeled with the “ ” logo.
2. Turn the Power switch on the back of the
scanner to “ On”, and wait for the lights to
stop blinking and stay on steady.
The scanner will be detected by your
system automatically.

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How to Use the TMA 1000XL
The Transparent MediaAdapter (TMA1000XL) is specially designed to scan slides,
transparencies, and negative film with the ScanMaker 1000XLscanner. The TMA
1000XL is available either as standard equipment or an optional accessory
(depending on the scanner configuration that you purchased).
TMA 1000XL
Black Plate
(for scanning reflective media)
Film Alignment Ruler
(for scanning film without using templates)
4" x 5" Film Template (2)
120 Film Template with Black Plate (3)
35mm Slide Template (3)
35mm Filmstrip Template (3)
A. Unpacking the TMA 1000XL
The TMA 1000XL is packaged as an assembled unit. Make sure that the following
major components are included after unpacking your TMA 1000XL:

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B. Installing theTMA 1000XL
1. Check to make sure that the scanner power is switched off.
2. Remove the scanner lid, then attach the TMA 1000XL by sliding the posts at the
rear of the TMA 1000XL into the holes.
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TMA 1000XL
Scanner lid
3. Plug the connector of the TMA
1000XLinto the scanner’s
15-pin accessory port.

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Unlocking the TMA 1000XL
Before you can operate the TMA 1000XL, you will need to unlock the TMA 1000XL.
Follow the steps below:
1. Remove the yellow “Step 3” sticker
from the TMA.
2. Look for the locking knob at the
base of the TMA 1000XL.
3. Turn the locking knob
counterclockwise to the unlock
position “ ”.
Shipping the TMA 1000XL
If you have to transport the TMA 1000XL, you will need to lock the TMA 1000XL
back. Follow the steps below:
1. Make sure the TMA 1000XL is connected to the scanner, then turn off the
scanner if your scanner is on.
2. Turn the scanner back on. The TMA 1000XL's carriage will move to the standby
position in a few moments.
3. When the indicators on the front
of your TMA 1000XL and scanner
stop blinking, turn the locking
knob clockwise to the lock
position “ ”.
4. Turn off your scanner and
disconnect the TMA 1000XL
connector from the scanner. The
TMA1000XLisreadyfor
transport.

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Positioning Transparent Film
To scan transparent film, use the templates or FilmAlignment Ruler included with
your package. Use the templates to scan standard-size transparent film such as
35mmslides, 35mmfilmstrips,4"x 5"film,or 120film(6x 17cmpanoramic film).Use
the FilmAlignment Ruler to scan non-standard-size transparent film such as 8" x
10" film, as well as medical and dental X-rays.
Included in the TMA 1000XL package are four types of templates – 35mm Slide
Template,35mmFilmstripTemplate,120FilmTemplate, and 4"x 5"FilmTemplate.
Use the template that correctly matches the film type to be scanned. The use of the
individual film templates and FilmAlignment Ruler is explained in the succeeding
pages of the manual.
The Black Plate
Light from the TMA 1000XL and other ambient light during scanning may result in
overexposed images. The Black Plate is designed to work with 120 film and
reflective originals. To ensure correct exposure and optimal image quality during
scanning, the Black Mat should be used to shield unwanted light out. Two Black
Plates are available with your TMA 1000XL package.
Take note of the following before using the Black Plate.
1. The Black Plate may become dirty over time and with prolonged use. To clean the
plate, use a white cotton cloth dipped in some water, and gently wipe the plate
surface. This ensures that the Black Plate is in optimal condition at all times.
2. A protective film covers the Black Plate during shipping and prevents it from
being scratched. When peeling the film from the plate, be careful not to tear or
bend the Black Plate.

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A. Using the 35mm Slide Template
To scan 35mm slides, use the 35mm Slide Template, which can hold up to 4 mounted
35mmslidesatatime.
1. Place the 35mm Slide Template on the scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient
the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up.
2. Place the 35mm slides to be scanned inside the individual frames of the 35mm
Slide Template. The shiny base of the 35mm slide should be facing down, and
the emulsion side of the slide should be facing up.
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The Grabber is used to remove the
template out of the scanner glass
surface.
Important: Align the template's
front corners firmly against the top
corners (left and right) of the
U-shaped ruler located at the front
of the scanner. During placement of
the template, make sure that the
calibration strip on the scanner
glass surface is kept clear and free
of obstruction at all times.
Calibration strip
Microtek logo
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B. Using the 35mm FilmstripTemplate
To scan 35mm filmstrips, use the 35mm Filmstrip Template, which can simultaneously
hold two strips of 6 frames each, or a total of 12 frames.
1. Place the 35mm filmstrip to be scanned inside the frame of the 35mm Filmstrip
Template. The shiny base of the 35mm filmstrip should be facing down, and the
emulsion side of the filmstrip should be facing up.
2. Place the 35mm Filmstrip Template containing the loaded filmstrip on the
scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek”
logo facing up.
Orient template with
"Microtek" logo facing up Align the edge of the film frame
with the arrow mark of the template
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The Grabber is used to remove the
template out of the scanner glass
surface.
Important: Align the template's
front corners firmly against the top
corners (left and right) of the
U-shaped ruler located at the front
of the scanner. During placement of
the template, make sure that the
calibration strip on the scanner
glass surface is kept clear and free
of obstruction at all times.
Calibration strip
Microtek logo

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C. Using the 120 FilmTemplate
Toscan6x4.5 cm, 6 x 6 cm, 6 x 7 cm, 6 x 9cm,and6x 17 cm panoramic film, use the
120FilmTemplate, which can hold up to 4 pieces of 6 x 4.5 cm film, 2 pieces of 6 x 9 cm
film,orasinglepieceof6x17cmpanoramicfilm.
1. Place the 120 film to be scanned inside the frame of the 120 Film Template. The
shiny base of the 120 film should be facing down, and the emulsion side of the
film should be facing up.
2. Load the Black Plate into the template frame, with the side of the Black Plate that
reads “This side up” facing up. Slide the Black Plate until its edge is against the
film and completely covers the blank spaces of the template.
Orient template with
"Microtek" logo facing up
3. Place the 120 FilmTemplate containing the loaded film on the scanner glass
surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up.
Align the edge of the film frame
with the arrow mark of the template
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The Grabber is used to remove the
template out of the scanner glass
surface.
Important: Align the template's
front corners firmly against the top
corners (left and right) of the
U-shaped ruler located at the front
of the scanner. During placement of
the template, make sure that the
calibration strip on the scanner
glass surface is kept clear and free
of obstruction at all times.
Calibration strip
Microtek logo
Remove the Black Plate from the 120 Film
Template before loading the 120 film

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D. Using the 4" x 5" FilmTemplate
To scan 4" x 5" film, use the 4" x 5" Film Template, which can hold up to 2 pieces of
4"x5"filmatatime.
1. Place the 4" x 5" film to be scanned inside the frame of the 4" x 5" Template.The
shiny base of the 4" x 5" film should be facing down, and the emulsion side of the
film should be facing up.
2. Place the 4" x 5" Film Template containing the loaded film on the scanner glass
surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up.
Orient template with
"Microtek" logo facing up
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The Grabber is used to remove the
template out of the scanner glass
surface.
Important: Align the template's
front corners firmly against the top
corners (left and right) of the
U-shaped ruler located at the front
of the scanner. During placement of
the template, make sure that the
calibration strip on the scanner
glass surface is kept clear and free
of obstruction at all times.
Calibration strip
Microtek logo

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E. Using the Film Alignment Ruler
To scan non-standard-size film such as 8" x 10" film, medical and dental X-rays, use
the FilmAlignment Ruler, which allows you to scan film up to 14" x 17" in size.
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1. Place the FilmAlignment Ruler* on the scanner glass surface.
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2. Place the film (X-ray or other non-
standard size) to be scanned on the
scanner glass surface, and center the
filmalongthe FilmAlignmentRuleron
the scanner.
Important: Align the Film Alignment
Ruler firmly against the corners (left
and right) of the U-shaped ruler
located at the front of the scanner,
with the ruler oriented correctly and
with the correct side up. During
placement of the Ruler, make sure that
the calibration strip on the scanner
glass surface is kept clear and free of
obstruction at all times.
Film Alignment Ruler
Calibration strip
* Please note that the Film Alignment
Ruler should be removed from the
glass surface of the scanner if the
width of the film is larger than the
width of the scanner glass surface.
If the Film Alignment Ruler is not going
to be used, align the film to be
scanned against the top corners (left
and right) of the U-shaped ruler
located at the front of the scanner.
During placement of the film, make
sure that the calibration strip on the
scanner glass surface is kept clear and
free of obstruction at all times.
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Positioning MultipleTemplates
At least two sets of each template are included in your TMA 1000XL package for
multiple placements of the templates on the scanner. The templates can be placed side
by side on the scanner glass surface, as shown in the illustration below.
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Positioning Reflective Originals
To scan reflective originals such as photos, you can use the ScanMaker 1000XL
with or without the TMA 1000XL.
A. If you purchased your ScanMaker 1000XL without the TMA 1000XL, simply lift
the scanner lid, and place the reflective original to be scanned on the scanner
glass surface. Center the original along the U-shaped ruler on the scanner.
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B. If you purchased your ScanMaker 1000XL with the TMA 1000XL, you will need
to use the Black Plate included with your TMA 1000XL package to shield
unwanted light.
1. Place the reflective original face down on the scanner glass surface. Center
the original along the U-shaped ruler on the scanner.
2. Peel the protective film from the Black Plate.
3. Put the Black Plate on top of the reflective
photo to be scanned, so that the Plate covers
the photo. The side of the Black Plate that reads
“This side up” should be facing up.
4. Gently lower the TMA 1000XL down onto the scanner glass surface.

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Scanning Scenarios
The following pages provide various scenarios for scanning with the ScanMaker
1000XL,includingthefollowing:
• Scanning regular, non-damaged photos: This scenario can also be your first scan
in order to familiarize yourself with scanning basics.
• Scanning damaged photos: This scenario utilizes DIGITALICE for reconstructing
damaged photos.
• Scanning positive film: This scenario details the steps for scanning positive film,
such as 35mm mounted slides and X-rays.
• Scanning negative film: This scenario details the steps for scanning negative film,
suchas35mmfilmstrips,6 x 17 cm (120) panoramic film, and4"x5"/6x9cm film.

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Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Photos
1. Raise the scanner lid, and place the
photo to be scanned face down on the
scanner glass bed, towards the front of
the scanner. Center the top of the photo
along the U-shaped ruler on the scanner.
If the scanner has an installed TMA
1000XL, put the Black Plate on top of the
photo to cover it, with the side of the
Black Plate that reads “This side up”
facing up. Follow the procedures on
page 18 for positioning reflective originals to load the Black Plate.
2. Launch ScanWizard Pro either as a standalone by clicking the program icon, or by
using the File-Import or File-Acquire command from your image-editing program
(such as Adobe Photoshop). Alternatively, you can start ScanWizard Pro from the
Applicationsfolder in your Mac OS X system.
• The first time you launch ScanWizard Pro, you will be prompted to perform
color calibration for your scanner. (Dialog boxes below show appearance in
Windows XPand Mac OS X).
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- Click the Skipbutton to exit the “Calibration Reminder” window. Clicking
the Skip button allows you to use the factory default ICC profile for your
scanner.
- Click the Calibratebutton to run the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP)
program to perform color calibration and to customize the ICC profile for
your scanner.After finishing with calibration, relaunch ScanWizard Pro.
Allows you to
specify how often
you wish to be
prompted to
calibrate the
scanner. The default
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3. Go to the Preview window of
ScanWizard Pro, and choose
Reflectivefrom the ScanMaterial
menu.
4. Optional: If calibration has been
performed, go to the Settings window
in ScanWizard Pro. Choose the profile
you have just created in the Input
Profile/ Scanner Profilemenu.
For more details, see the section
“Loading a Profile” in the MSP
section of the manual.
Note: The MSP program should be installed before you perform color
calibration for your scanner. For details on how to install the MSP program
and how to use it to calibrate the scanner, refer to section of the manual
titled “Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler”.
• Next, you will be prompted to set up color matching for your scanner. If you
are not sure about what to do, simply click the OK button to accept the
settings. You can always change the settings at a later time.
For more information, see the Color Matching Setup section in the
ScanWizard Pro Reference Manual in the Microtek CD.
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5. Click the Overviewbutton to perform a preliminary scan of theimage, which will
appear in the Preview window.
6. Select the Scan Frame tool from the Toolbar in the Preview window, and choose
the area to be scanned by dragging a rectangle around it. You will see a flashing
frame (marquee) around the selected area.
7. Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image of area selected by the
Scan Frame tool. A thumbnail of the image appears as well in the Scan Job
Queue window.
8. Specify your scanning requirements in the Settings window.
a) Select a desired image type.
b) Select a desired resolution.
c) Adjust the scan frame settings if necessary.
9. Adjust image quality if necessary, using the Advanced Image Correction (AIC) tools.
10. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window to start scanning.
• If ScanWizard Pro was launched from an application program, the image is then
delivered to your application, where the image can be saved, printed, or edited.
Note: In Mac OS X, you will be prompted to specify the file attributes for the
scanned image before scanning takes place.
• If ScanWizard Pro was launched in standalone mode, you will be prompted to
specify the file attributes for the scanned image after the Scan or Batch
button is pressed, such as entering the file name, specifying a folder name of
your own, etc. When you have completed the settings, press the Done/Save
button, and the scanner will automatically scan and save your image based on
your settings.
Click the Folder icon to
specify a folder or file name
of your own.