TYPHOON DF-600 User manual

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Instruction Manual
Article No. 5200-00005-00
DF-600
Slide Film Scanner
Digitizing slides and negative films
1800/3600 dpi
resolution
Film strips/
framed slides
1 buton
operation
USB

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Thank you for deciding on purchasing this quality product
from TYPHOON.

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33 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
34 Chapter 9 Maintenance and handling the device
37 Chapter 10 System requirements
37 Chapter 11 Technical data
37 Chapter 12 Delivery contents
Table of Contents
6Chapter 1 Intended use
61.1 Before use
61.2 Explanation of symbols
7Chapter 2 Safety information
10 Chapter 3 Features
10 Chapter 4 The device
11 Chapter 5 Installation and connection
11 5.1 Driver installation
16 5.2 Connecting the scanner
18 5.3 Installing PhotoImpression
22 Chapter 6 Scanning pictures
22 6.1 How to start PhotoImpression
23 6.2 Inserting/Removing slides/negative film strips
25 6.3 Basic settings
26 6.4 Copy
28 Chapter 7 Other software options
28 7.1 Preferences
29 7.2 Photo editing tools
31 7.3 Creativity
31 7.4 Playback
TYPHOON DF-600 Table of Contents

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Introduction General information
Dear Customer:
This instruction manual will give you a general idea of how this device
operates, as well as provide you with information on cleaning and safety
procedures. Please take a few minutes to read and follow all safety and op-
erating instructions found in this manual carefully, in order to maintain this
products condition and ensure safe operation. Retain this manual for future
reference and pass on to third parties where applicable.
Should you have any additional questions regarding this device or should
any suggestions arise, please contract a specialized dealer or our service
team for further information.
We look forward to you recommending us to others and hope you enjoy us-
ing this device from TYPHOON.
Your TYPHOON Team
Please adhere to all of the safety information/instructions found in this instruction
manual!
Note
All company and product
names mentioned in this
document are registered
trademarks of their re-
spective owners. All rights
reserved.
We assume no liability
for damage occurred as a
result of improper use or
damage resulting from the
failure to comply with the
safety instructions found
in this manual, improper
operation or handling! Un-
der such circumstances, all
claims under warranty will
become void. We assume
no liability for consequen-
tial damage!
The information contained
in this instruction manual
is subject to change without
notice.
A declaration of CE confor-
mity has been established
for this product. Certifica-
tion has been documented
and entrusted to the manu-
facturer.

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For customers in North and South America
For customers in the USA
This device complies with the criteria specified in section15 according to FCC standards
and regulations. Device operation is permissible, provided both of the following menti-
oned regulations have been fulfilled:
1. This device must not cause or emit any harmful
interference or disturbance.
2. This device must accept any interference or
disturbance received, including any interference that
may functionally impair operation or cause
malfunctions.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital device complies with Canadian ICES regulations.
Introduction General information

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1Intended use
The TYPHOON DF-600 Slide & Film Scanner can be used to digitize negative
films and slides. The scanner can be operated via USB 2.0 connection to a
PC or notebook that uses a Windows®7, Windows®XP or Windows Vista®
(32-bit) operating system. The Arcsoft PhotoImpression®6 software can be
used for operation with this device.
1.1 Before use
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating this device and retain it for
further reference, questions and use. Following and heeding all information found in this
instruction manual shall maintain this products condition and ensure safe operation. This
instruction manual contains information on how to operate and maintain this device. Pass
it along with the device if handed over to a third party. Should a component require mainte-
nance, servicing or repairs, then please consult a qualified dealer or service technician.
1.2 Explanation of symbols
An exclamation mark is intended to inform the user of important information,
operation or maintenance instructions or that special attention is required.
This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of unprotected, live parts or com-
ponents found within the product’s enclosure or of dangerous connections that upon
contact may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Cables intended
for such connections should only be connected by qualified personnel or you should only use
ready to connect cables. There are no user-serviceable parts found inside the device, therefo-
re the device is never to be opened.
Note
When connecting other
devices, please refer to
the safety and operating
instructions found in the
literature accompanying
these devices.
This device is intended for
non-commercial use and is
solely intended for the scan-
ning and digitizing of private
negative and slides only.
Copyright information
According to the law the re-
production, duplication and
copying of copyright pro-
tected material, as well as
the distribution, circulation,
public access to or even
the rental of these, without
explicit authorization of the
copyright holder, is strictly
prohibited.
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2Safety information
The following safety and hazard warnings are not only for the protection of
your device, but also serve as a protection against potential health hazards.
Please take time to read the following instructions carefully.
We assume no liability for personal or property damage resulting from the failure to
comply with the safety instructions, improper operation and handling. Under such
circumstances, all claims under warranty will become void.
For safety and licensing (CE) reasons any unauthorized modification and/or change
on the device is prohibited and will void the warranty and all warranty claims.
Any person operating, installing, setting up, or servicing this device must be trained and qua-
lified accordingly and must also observe these operating instructions.
Should any evident damage be seen on the device, the power supply or on the connection
cables, do not come in contact with or touch these. Switch off the corresponding circuit brea-
ker in the power distribution panel first before carefully unplugging the power plug from the
wall outlet. Do not operate this device further! Please contact or take it to a qualified service
technician/specialty workshop.
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or tripped
over.
Note
Please adhere to the
additional safety informa-
tion found in the individual
chapters of this instruction
manual.
Ensure that the device has
been set up accordingly by
following all instructions
found in the instruction
manual.
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This device is not suitable for children under 14 years of age.
Small children are unaware of the serious and immediate dangers involved when
exposing themselves to or handling electronic devices. Furthermore, this product contains
small parts that could be swallowed. Never leave packaging material lying around unsu-
pervised. For children it could become a hazardous toy and lead to serious injury. Keep pa-
ckaging and protective foil away from children at all times to a void the danger of suffocation.
The device should never come in contact with water or moisture.
To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock make sure that liquids, such as dripping or splas-
hing water, rain or moisture (e.g. in the bathroom), do not come in contact with the device
and power supply plug.
Care should be taken that liquids do not come in contact with the interior; this is why contai-
ners containing liquids, e.g. bucket, vase or plants should never be placed anywhere near or
on this device. This can not only damage the device, but also become a fire hazard.
Operate this device in a moderate climate and never expose to extreme temperatures, such
as high humidity.
Condensation can build up suddenly when this device is brought from a colder into a warmer
area (e.g. when transporting). Should this happen, allow the device to warm up to room tem-
perature first before using.
Ensure that the device is properly ventilated during operation and never operate it in con-
stricted areas, such as for example in a bookcase or shelf. Never cover the device with any
magazines, tablecloths, curtains or similar.
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Make sure the device is placed on a firm and stable surface.
Unstable devices could fall down and lead to serious injury or cause damage to the device.
Never place any sources of fire on top of or near the device and power supply plug (e.g. ligh-
ted candle).
Please contact our technical hotline or a service technician for further infor-
mation, should you be in doubt about device operation, safety or when making
connections or if any questions arise that are not explained within this manual.
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3Features
· Scans slides and negative films
· Scans in colour or black & white
· Create JPG or TIF images
· Up to 48-bit colour depth and 3600 dpi resolution
· Extensive image editing software
4The device
1 Power LED
displays operational status
2 Copy button
captures an image during a scan
3 USB cable with plug
for connection to a USB 2.0 port
4 Slot
for slide/film holder insertion
5 Holder for positive slides
6 Holder for negative films
7 Cleaning brush
for cleaning the lens
Chapter 3/4 Features/The device
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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
5Installation and connection
You will need to carry out the respective driver and soft-
ware installation before commencing operation.
Please proceed in the following order:
· Install the driver
· Connect the scanner
· Install the ArcSoft PhotoImpression®6 software
· Conclude the installation process
5.1 Driver installation
· Turn on your computer
· Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive
· Once the above autostart installation menu appears on
display, select “Scanner Driver” to install the driver
· Follow the instructions as displayed on screen
Reboot your computer after completing the installation.

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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
Windows XP
Follow the instructions as displayed on screen:
1. Click on „Next“.
2. Click on „Install”.

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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
3. Now a progress bar will be displayed on screen
indicating the current status of installation.
Please wait until the installation program changes to
the next window.
4. Click on „Finish“ to complete the installation process.

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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
Windows Vista
Follow the instructions as displayed on screen:
1. Click on „Next“.
2. Click on „Install“.

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3. Now a progress bar will be displayed on screen
indicating the current status of installation.
Please wait until the installation program changes
to the next window.
4. Click on „Finish“ to complete the installation process.

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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
5.2 Connecting the scanner
Do not insert the CD into the drive. If necessary, remove
the CD beforehand.
· Ensure that no holder has been inserted first, before
connecting the scanner to an available USB 2.0 port on
your computer. This connection will also supply power to
the device.
· The operating system will now automatically search
for and install the new device driver.
Windows XP
· Device driver installation begins automatically once the
dialogue „Found New Hardware“ appears on display.
· Device driver installation has been successfully completed.

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Windows Vista
· Select the first option available in the installation assistant.
· The device will be automatically installed once the dialogue
„Found New Hardware“ appears on display.
· Device driver installation has been successfully completed.

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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
5.3 Installing PhotoImpression software
The ArcSoft PhotoImpression®6 software lets you scan
your slides and negative films. Furthermore, you also
have the opportunity of using an extensive program that
helps you archive and edit your image files.
The installation process for Windows XP and Windows
Vista is the same.
· Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.
· After the autostart installation menu appears on display,
select the menu option “Arcsoft Software”.
· Follow the instructions as displayed on screen.
· Select the desired language for this installation and
confirm with „OK“.
· Software installation will begin.

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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
· You will have to agree to the licence agreement terms in
order to use the software.
· Click on „Next“ to install the software to the displayed
folder.

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Chapter 5 Installation and connection
· Click on „Next“ to add the displayed folder to the start
menu.
· Program installation will be carried out.