Microtek TMA 1600 User manual

Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 2
Unpacking the TMA1600............................................................................................ 2
Unlocking the TMA1600 ............................................................................................. 3
Shipping the TMA1600 ....................................................................................... 3
Installing the TMA1600 .............................................................................................. 4
Positioning our Originals .......................................................................................... 6
Positioning transparent originals....................................................................... 6
A. Using the 35mm Slide Template ............................................................ 8
B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Template ...................................................... 9
C. Using the 6 x 9 cm Filmstrip Template ................................................. 10
D. Using the 4" x 5" Film Template ........................................................... 11
Positioning X-ray originals ............................................................................... 12
Positioning reflective originals ........................................................................ 13
our First Scan......................................................................................................... 15
Performing Color Calibration .................................................................................. 17
The color calibration target.............................................................................. 17
Before you calibrate ......................................................................................... 17
Calibrating your target ..................................................................................... 18
Loading a profile ............................................................................................... 19
Specifications ........................................................................................................... 20
Copyright © 2001 Microtek International, Inc. http://www.microtek.com
I49-003257 A, December 2001
Installing and Getting Started
Microtek TMA1600
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copyrighted materials.

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This document describes the features of the Transparent Media
Adapter (TMA1600 and provides information on how to install
the TMA1600.
Introduction
The TMA1600 is an optional scanner accessory used to scan slides and
transparencies and is used with the ScanMaker 9800XL.
The TMA1600 mounts onto the scanner
in place of the scanner's standard
document cover or scanner lid. The
TMA1600 can be mounted on or removed
from the top of the scanner in the same
way as the scanner lid.
Unpacking the Package
The TMA1600 is packaged as an assembled unit, ready to be installed on the scanner.
After unpacking the TMA1600, make sure that the following items are included:
• TMA1600unit
• Templates(35mmslide,35mmfilmstrip,6x9cmfilmstrip,and4"x5"film)
• Blackplates (one for reflective, one for 6 x 9 cm filmstrip)
• Kodak Q-60E1 color target (Transparency)
• Documentation- includes Microtek TMA1600 Installing and Getting Started,
Unlock card, and other inserts.

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Unlocking the TMA1600
Note : To prevent damage to the TMA1600 moving parts, the TMA1600 carriage is
locked into place prior to shipment. You must unlock the carriage before starting to
operate the scanner. Failure to do so may damage the TMA1600.
To unlock the TMA1600, follow the steps below:
1. Look for the unlocking knob at the
base of the TMA1600.
2. Turn the locking knob
counterclockwise to the unlock
position “ ”.
Shipping the TMA1600
If you have to transport the TMA1600, the TMA1600 must be locked. To lock the
TMA1600, follow the steps below:
1. Make sure the TMA1600 is connected to the scanner, then turn off the scanner if
your scanner is on.
2. Set the scanner SCSI ID number to “9”.
3. Turn on your scanner. The TMA1600 carriage will move to the standby position in
5 minutes.
4. When the indicators on the
front of your TMA1600 and
scanner stop blinking, turn
the locking knob clockwise to
the lock position “ ” .
5. Turn off your scanner and
disconnect the TMA1600
connector from the scanner.
The TMA1600 is ready for
transport.
Note : To use the scanner again at a future time, be sure to reset the scanner ID to
its original number before step #2. Otherwise, the scanner ID will be left at SCSI ID
9 and will not work.

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Installing the TMA1600
Before you begin using the scanner with the TMA1600, make sure that:
• Your scanner is off. (Turn the scanner's power switch to “Off”)
• Your scanner is compatible with the TMA1600.
• Your scanner has been installed and is working properly.
• Your TMA1600 is unlocked.
To install the TMA1600, follow these steps:
1. Remove the scanner lid, then attach the TMA1600 by sliding the posts at the rear
of the TMA1600 into the holes.
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15-pin
Accessory port

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2. Gently lower the TMA1600 down onto the scanner glass surface.
3. Plug the TMA1600's connector into the 15-pin Accessory port at the back panel
of the scanner. Secure the connector by tightening the retaining screws.
4. Turn the scanner's power switch to “On,” and wait for the green lights on the
scanner and TMA1600's front panel to stop blinking and stay on steady.
5. The system will detect your TMA1600 automatically.

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Follow the steps below to position transparent originals:
1. Raise the TMA1600, and make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface.
Positioning Your Originals
When the TMA1600 has been installed successfully, you can scan slides,
transparencies, negative film, as well as reflective materials such as photographic or
prints. You do not need to remove the TMA1600 to scan reflective materials.
Positioning transparent originals
To scan various sizes of transparent originals, you will need the correct template that
match the film to be scanned together with the black plate.
The template is used to block out light around the transparent originals, achieving
better image quality. Included in the scanner accessories package are four types of
templates–35mm slide template, 35mmfilmstriptemplate, 6 x 9cmfilmstriptemplate,
and4"x 5"film template.

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2. Load the film face down inside the template. The side of the template (which reads
“Microtek” logo) should face up. For details on how to load the different sizes of
film into the template, refer to other sections of this chapter.
3. [Optional] If the black plate* is available, slide it until its edge is against the film.
For details on the black plate, see page 14.
4. Place the template (side reading “Microtek logo” facing up) on the scanner glass
surface. Make sure that the template's front corners are firmly aligned against the
top ruler of the scanner, and that the two edges (left and right) fit within the
scanner glass area.
5. Gently lower the TMA1600 down onto the scanner glass surface.
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Templates are designed for
multiple placement. If you purchase
additional templates, simply place
templates side by side. The glass
surface can hold up to four
templates at a time. For 35mm
filmstrip templates, the scanner
can scan 7 filmstrips at most (i.e.,
the filmstrip nearest the back of the
scanner is thus out of the scanning
range).
The Grabber is used for removing
the template out of the scanner
glass surface.
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Please note that the calibration
window on the glass surface
should be kept clear and free from
any obstruction during scanning.

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A. Using the 35mm Slide Template
The 35mm Slide Template can hold up to four mounted slides at a time. During
operation, it is recommended that the template be placed on the glass surface first,
and the slides loaded into the template next.
1. Place the template (which the side reads “Microtek” logo should face up) on the
scanner glass surface.
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Make sure that the template's
front corners are firmly
aligned against the top ruler
of the scanner, and that the
top edges (left and right) fit
within the scanner glass area.
2. Load the film face down inside the frame of template.
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Align the slide against
the bottom-left corner
of the frame

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B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Template
The 35mm Filmstrip Template can hold up to two strips at a time.
1. Load the film face down inside the template. Slide the film along the slots of the
template until its edge is against the side of the template (indicated by an arrow
mark).
2. Place the template assembly on the scanner glass surface.
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Align the edge
of the film frame
with the arrow
mark of the
template

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C. Using the 6 x 9 cm Filmstrip Template
The 6 x 9 cm Filmstrip Template allows you to scan varying sizes of transparencies,
including6x4.5 cm, 6 x6cm,6 x 7 cm,and6x 9 cm. The maximumnumberoffilm that
can be loaded depends on the size of your film. (e.g., the 6 x 4.5 cm can hold up to 4
pieces of film, the 6 x 9 cm can hold up to 2 pieces of film)
1. Load the film face down inside the template. Slide the film along the slots of the
template until its edge is against the side of the template (indicated by an arrow
mark).
2. Slide the black plate* until its edge is against the film, thus covering the blank
spaces. The side of the black plate (which reads “This side up”) should face up.
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3. Place the template assembly on the scanner glass surface.
Align the edge
of the film frame
with the arrow
mark of the
template