Scan View ScanmateF8+ User manual

ScanMate F6 / ScanMate F8 Plus • Operator’s Manual
© March, 1998 ScanView. All rights reserved.
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A 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 commercial environment.
This equipment is supplied with a shielded cable. It must
be operated with a shielded cable in order to meet FCC Class A
emission limits.
This equipment generates 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. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
Manual edition: 4 PN 730-00-036-04
Software versions:
ColorTrio for Macintosh: V 2.0
ColorTrio for PC: V 2.0

CONTENTS
ScanMate F6 / ScanMate F8 Plus • Operator’s Manual i
Welcome to the ScanMate F6 and ScanMate F8 Plus..............................iii
1 • Specifications
Technical specifications................................................................1•1
Environmental specifications ......................................................1•3
Dimensions....................................................................................1•3
2 • Installation
Computer requirements ..............................................................2•1
Environmental requirements ......................................................2•1
Unpacking the scanner ................................................................2•2
Cable connections ........................................................................2•2
Mains connection ..............................................................2•2
SCSI connection: General rules ........................................2•2
Single-unit SCSI connection..............................................2•3
Multiple-unit SCSI connection..........................................2•3
SCSI connection troubleshooting ....................................2•5
Calibrating the scanner ................................................................2•5
3 • General operating procedures
Monitor set-up ..............................................................................3•1
Conditions for viewing originals and prints................................3•1
Calibration ....................................................................................3•1
4 • Handling originals and mounting plates
The mounting plate ......................................................................4•1
Using the mounting plate ..................................................4•1
Mounting originals directly on the mounting plate ........4•2
Cleaning the mounting plate ............................................4•3
Standard templates ......................................................................4•3
Mounting originals in a template......................................4•3
Mounting a template in the scanner ................................4•4
Template numbers ............................................................4•5
Optional DustFree™ magnetic templates ..................................4•5
Scanning color negatives..............................................................4•6
Scanning reflective originals ........................................................4•6
Avoiding Newton rings in transmission scans ............................4•6
Avoiding dust ................................................................................4•7

The built-in LightView™ light table (ScanMate F8 Plus) ..........4•8
The optional EasyMount™ mounting table ..............................4•8
5 • Maintenance
Replacing the fuse ........................................................................5•1
Replacing the lamps......................................................................5•2
Replacing the viewing lamps and reflection lamps ........5•2
Replacing the transmission lamp......................................5•2
Checking the alignment of the transmission lamp ........................5•4
Adjusting the alignment of the transmission lamp ....................5•5
Replacing the air filters ................................................................5•6
Preparing the scanner for shipping ............................................5•6
6 • Troubleshooting
Computer refuses to start ............................................................6•1
Hard disk not accessible ..............................................................6•2
Screen freezes ................................................................................6•2
Scanner tray does not move ........................................................6•2
Scanner freezes when asked to do a reflection scan ..................6•3
Scanning light does not come on ................................................6•3
Light table does not light up (ScanMate F8 Plus) ......................6•3
Scanner cannot be white-point calibrated ................................6•4
Scanner cannot be focus calibrated ............................................6•4
"ERROR” lamp is constantly lit ....................................................6•5
“ERROR” lamp flashes ..................................................................6•5
“READY” lamp does not light up..................................................6•5
Contents
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The ScanMate F6 and ScanMate F8 Plus are fast single-pass A3 flatbed
scanners with a vertically aligned optical system. They are designed to extract
digital RGB color from transmission and reflection originals, including both
positives and negatives, using the supplied scanning program, ColorTrio. Black
and white originals can be scanned as gray scale or line art.
The ScanMate F6 and ScanMate F8 Plus can scan reflective originals up
to European A3 format (297 x 420 mm or 11.7" x 17"). Maximum optical
resolution is 3000 dpi for the ScanMate F6 and 4000 dpi for the ScanMate F8
Plus. For both models, maximum interpolated resolution is 11,000 dpi.
After scanning, CMYK separations can be made via Photoshop or other
separation software. ScanView’s ColorQuartet software is available as an
option and is highly recommended for both scanning and separation.
In order to get the full benefit from your scanner, we strongly recommend
that you read this manual, as well as the ColorTrio Operator’s Manual. For
installation or repacking, please refer to the ScanMate F6 / ScanMate F8
Plus Installation and Repacking Instructions. In the manuals you will find:
ScanMate F6 / ScanMate F8 Plus manual ColorTrio manual
• specifications • how to install the software
• installation requirements and electrical • how to calibrate the scanner
connections • how to scan images with ColorTrio
• general operating procedures • basic color reproduction concepts
• scanning procedures
• maintenance
• troubleshooting
The manuals assume that you have a basic working knowledge of your Macintosh
or of your PC, including Windows 95 or Windows NT. If you are in doubt about
general operating procedures, please consult the manuals supplied with your
computer.
PLEASE NOTE
This manual is valid for scanner types 0322 and 0340.
If your scanner has another type number, please obtain the
appropriate manual from your local ScanView dealer.
WELCOME TO THE SCANMATE F6 & SCANMATE F8 PLUS
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Specifications
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Technical specifications
Originals
Transmission and reflection originals in positive or negative, color, gray
scale or line art, with or without existing screen.
Scanning technology
CCD flatbed with zoom lens.
Scanning area
Transparencies: 210 x 420 mm (8.3" x 17").
Reflectives: 297 x 420 mm (11.7" x 17").
Speed
Single-pass scanning.
ScanMate F6: up to 300,000 pixels per second.
ScanMate F8 Plus: up to 600,000 pixels per second.
Scan resolution
ScanMate F6: optical up to 3000 dpi, interpolated up to 9000 dpi.
ScanMate F8 Plus: optical up to 4000 dpi, interpolated up to 11,000 dpi.
Optical density
Range: 3.7, max:: 4.0.
Sensor unit
Trilinear CCD element, 8000 pixels wide.
Color resolution
3 x 16 bits
Focus
Automatic or user-adjustable via software.
Light source
Fluorescent lamp.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Data platform
Power Macintosh
or IBM-compatible PC with Windows 95 or Windows NT 3.5.1 or higher.
Interface
Standard SCSI to Macintosh or PC.
Driver software
ColorTrio™ for Macintosh and PC.
Batch scanning
Included.
Options
ColorQuartet™ software for expanded scanning facilities, color
separation, ICC compatibility and photolab applications.
ColorQuartet MouseFree™ software for fully automated scanning.
ScanDot™ software for rescanning screened films (ScanMate F8 Plus only).
Additional mounting plates and templates.
DustFree™ magnetic templates for glass-free mounting.
EasyMount™ external mounting table.
Output formats
TIFF RGB. With ColorQuartet, also TIFF CMYK/Lab/RGB 16-bit/Gray
scale/Gray scale 16-bit/Line art; EPS RGB/CMYK/Gray scale/Line art;
PostScript (DCS) CMYK; JPEG RGB/CMYK/Gray scale; Targa; Scitex CT.
Power consumption
250 W.
Power supply
50-60 Hz, 100-240 VAC.
Fuse
T-4A high breaking capacity
Weight
50 kg (110 lbs).
Specifications
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Environmental specifications
Operating temperature
Permissible range: 16 - 40°C (60 - 104°F)
Recommended range: 16 - 25° (60 - 77°F)
Storage temperature
–10 - 75°C (14 - 167°F)
Humidity
5 - 95% (non-condensing)
Air quality
The scanner should be operated in a smoke-free environment. Smoking
creates nicotine residues that will adversely affect scanner performance.
Dimensions
Width
940 mm (37")
Height
980 mm (38.6")
Depth
630 mm (24.8")
Specifications
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Computer requirements
The ScanMate F6 or ScanMate F8 Plus is controlled from a computer.
This must be
either:
a PowerMacintosh with System 7 or higher and at least 16 MB of RAM for
the scanner.
or:
a 486 or Pentium PC with an Adaptec 1542B SCSI Controller or compatible
and with at least 16 MB of RAM for the scanner.
Also required are:
• 1 SCSI terminator.
• 1 free, grounded (earthed) AC wall outlet.
•Macintosh: 1 25 pin/50 pin SCSI cable if the scanner is the only SCSI unit.
Recommended additional equipment:
• An additional mass storage device.
• Additional RAM for greater speed in editing images.
• A 24-bit color monitor and graphics card.
For the correct installation of your computer, please refer to its own
documentation.
Environmental requirements
• To ensure the best quality scans, the scanner should be operated in an
environment free of dust, dirt, and tobacco smoke. Placing it in an environ-
ment where smoking is permitted will create nicotine residues on the
optical system, which will reduce the quality of the scans.
•CAUTION: The scanner must be placed on a hard, flat surface. Air for
ventilation is drawn in at the back of the scanner. Therefore, this area
must not be obstructed.
INSTALLATION
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Unpacking the scanner
The scanner must be carefully unpacked and readied for use as explained
in the ScanMate F6 / ScanMate F8 Plus Installation and Repacking Instructions.
CAUTION: The shipping container and other packing materials must be
saved for possible future use. Please note that if the scanner at any future
time needs to be shipped, it must be properly secured and packed as
described in the instructions. Otherwise, the warranty will be invalidated.
Cable connections
MAINS CONNECTION
WARNING: The ScanMate F6 and ScanMate F8 Plus are Class I electrical
equipment. They must be connected to a single-phase mains outlet with a
protective ground (earth). For your personal safety and to avoid damage to
the scanner, never connect the scanner to the mains without a protective
ground.
The ScanMate F6 and ScanMate F8 Plus adjust automatically to the local
voltage.
SCSI CONNECTION: GENERAL RULES
The scanner must be connected to the computer with a SCSI cable.
• If no other SCSI units, such as extra hard disks, scanners etc., are connected,
follow the procedure for “Single-Unit SCSI Connection.”
• If other units are connected via the computer’s SCSI port, follow the in-
structions for “Multiple-Unit SCSI Connection.”
CAUTION:
• Before connecting or disconnecting cables, turn off the power for all units in-
volved. Otherwise damage may be caused to the scanner or other SCSI units.
• When starting up, always turn on the SCSI units (including the scanner) first
and the computer last.
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SINGLE-UNIT SCSI CONNECTION
The scanner is delivered with a 50-pin/50-pin SCSI cable. This is the type of
cable needed for a PC installation or for a Macintosh installation with more
than one SCSI unit. For single unit connection to a Macintosh, and in rare
cases to a PC, please obtain a 25-pin/50-pin cable from your dealer.
If the scanner is the only SCSI unit in your system, the SCSI cable is
connected as follows:
1 • Turn off the scanner and the computer.
2 • Plug the 50-pin end into one of the two SCSI sockets on the scanner.
Plug the other end of the SCSI cable into the computer, where the
socket will usually be marked with a SCSI symbol.
3 • Plug a SCSI terminator into the free socket of the scanner.
4 • Connect the scanner to the wall outlet.
5 • Turn on the scanner.
6 • Turn on the computer.
MULTIPLE-UNIT SCSI CONNECTION
Each SCSI unit in a system must be assigned a unique address between 1
and 6. If the scanner is given an address that is already being used by
another unit, communication with the SCSI units will be disturbed, and the
computer may not start. The procedure for setting the scanner’s SCSI address
is described below. Please consult the instruction manuals of the other SCSI
units in your system to find out how to set their SCSI addresses.
1 • Find a free SCSI address for the scanner by checking which addresses
are already in use.
This may be done by physically checking the units or by
using a computer utility program that scans the system for
SCSI units.
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Look for this
SCSI symbol on
the computer

2 • Turn off all the equipment.
3 • Set the scanner to the desired SCSI address.
• When the scanner leaves the factory, the SCSI ID is set at
2. If you want to change it, please use only the addresses
from 1-6. Address number 7 is for setting the CCD
platform and lens platform in the transportation
position. Addresses 0, 8 and 9 are for service purposes
only and should not be used.
• To change the address, press the push switch above or
below the SCSI address window on the back of the
scanner until the desired number appears in the window.
4 • Use the supplied SCSI cable to connect the scanner to one of the other SCSI
units, so that all the units form a chain with the computer at one end.
5 • Place the terminator in the free SCSI socket of the last unit in the chain.
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SCSI sockets
SCSI address selector.
Push the small button above
or below the window to
change the address.
2
On/off
switch
Fuse holder Power socket

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6 • Connect the scanner to the wall outlet.
7 • Turn on the SCSI units, including the scanner, and turn on the computer.
SCSI CONNECTION TROUBLESHOOTING
If there are problems with the computer system when more than one SCSI
unit is attached, check the following:
•All units must be turned off when cables are connected or disconnected.
•Two units must not be given the same SCSI address.
•The total length of the SCSI cables should be kept as short as possible.
As a guide, the maximum length should be approximately 1.5 meters
(5 feet).
•A terminator must be placed on the last SCSI unit in the chain. This is
especially important with a Macintosh Quadra or Power Mac.
•Some SCSI units have a built-in terminator. Such a unit must be placed
last in the SCSI chain, or the terminator must be removed by the supplier.
The ScanMate F6 and ScanMate F8 Plus are not internally terminated.
•If your SCSI units still cause difficulties, connect one unit at a time until
you find the unit that is causing the trouble.
Calibrating the scanner
Before you start to use the scanner, it must be white-point calibrated and
focus calibrated. Please see “Scanner Calibration and Focus Adjustment”in
the ColorTrio Operator’s Manual.

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Monitor set-up
The monitor used with the scanner should be properly set up and calibrated.
This will ensure that the image on the screen is displayed as accurately as
possible within the characteristics of the particular monitor.
To obtain the best possible viewing conditions for judging images on the
screen, do not place the monitor where daylight coming from a window will
fall directly onto the screen. Not only will strong daylight make it difficult to
view the screen, but natural light is subject to subtle variations throughout
the day and throughout the year. This can have an effect on how images
appear on the screen.
The ambient lighting should be even and controlled. If possible, use
5000°K lights.
Conditions for viewing originals and prints
Originals, proofs and printed copies of images should be judged under con-
trolled lighting conditions. To avoid the problems that can arise when an
image is viewed under different lighting conditions in different places,
special viewing booths are used.
Viewing booths usually have 5000°K lighting, which is the accepted
standard for viewing graphic images, and a neutral gray background. The
gray background avoids the occurrence of undesirable color reflections that
can affect the appearance of an image.
Choose a viewing booth that conforms to the recognized standards in
your own country.
Calibration
Because the output of the scanner’s light source changes slightly over time,
white point calibration is necessary to ensure consistent scanning results.
White point calibration should be carried out when the scanner is first
installed and each morning before starting work.
GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES

Focus calibration is rarely necessary, but should be done at the time of
installation and can be repeated later if necessary.
For instructions on both types of calibration, please see “Scanner
Calibration and Focus Adjustment”in the ColorTrio Operator’s Manual.
General operating procedures
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The mounting plate
The removable mounting plate is used for both transmission and reflection
originals. It consists of two glass plates hinged together: a base plate and a
removable top plate.
The base plate can be used for mounting both transmission and reflection
originals. It fits precisely into the scanner tray, ensuring correct registration.
The top plate is intended for mounting reflectives. Because it is hinged,
it lets you view the originals before or after preview scanning without losing
registration.
USING THE MOUNTING PLATE
•Make sure the mounting plate is placed in the scanner tray with the
handle of the top plate facing towards the front of the scanner.
•For scanning transparencies, we recommend that the top plate be closed,
forming a “sandwich”with the originals in the middle.
•To remove the mounting plate from the scanner, use its two side handles.
•To remove the top plate, raise it to vertical position and carefully lift it out
of the two rear hinges.
HANDLING ORIGINALS AND MOUNTING PLATES
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Mounting plate Top plate
Handle towards front of scanner
Base plate
Scanner tray

MOUNTING ORIGINALS DIRECTLY ON THE MOUNTING PLATE
NOTE: For mounting transparencies, we recommend that you use templates
(see below).
Originals can be mounted on the mounting plate while the plate is in the
scanner. Or the mounting plate can be removed from the scanner and placed
on an external light table, with or without the optional EasyMount™mounting
table.
Images will be shown head up on the computer screen if they are
mounted with their top edge towards the left-hand side of the scanner.
1 • Check that both the top plate and base plate are clean and dry.
2 • Place transmission originals on the base plate with the emulsion side
down and the top edge facing towards the left-hand side of the scanner.
•If the originals are flat, it will be possible to close the top
plate without their moving. If they move when the top
plate is shut, use a good quality lithographic tape to tape
them in position.
•Make sure the originals do not cover the white strip on
the underside of the base plate.
Place reflection originals face down on the base plate with the top
edge towards the left-hand side of the scanner.
•If you want to be able to view the originals after doing
the preview scan, mount them on the inside surface of
the top plate so they face down when the top plate is
closed. This is easiest to do with the optional
EasyMount™mounting table (see below).
Handling originals and mounting plates
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