Microtek ArtixScan 2020 User's Manual English Copyright 2000 by Microtek International, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks Microtek, ScanMaker, and ScanWizard Pro are trademarks of Microtek International, Inc. IBM PC is the trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Windows and MS-DOS are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other product or company names are trademarks or registered 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 responsibility for the unauthorized use of copyrighted materials. Doc. No. I49-002815, A Microtek Lab, Inc. 3715 Doolittle Drive Redondo Beach, CA 90278-1226 Main: 310-297-5000 Sales: 800-654-4160 FAX: 310-297-5050 BBS: 310-297-5102 Technical Support: 310-297-5151 AutoTech fax back system: 310-297-5101 http://www.microtekusa.com Microtek International, Inc. 6, Industry East Road 3 Science Based Industrial Park Hsinchu, 30077, Taiwan, R.O.C. TEL: 886-3-5772155 FAX: 886-3-5772598 Microtek Europe B.V. Max Euwelaan 68 NL-3062 MA Rotterdam The Netherlands TEL: 31-10-2425688 FAX: 31-10-2425699 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This equipment (Trade name: ArtixScan 2020, Model name: MRS-2000DL) has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · · · · Reorient/relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Note: A shielded interface cable with ferrite cord installed on scanner connector end must be used with this equipment. CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. ii Contents Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1 Before You Begin .................................................................................................... 1 1. Unpacking your scanner and checking components .......................................................... 1 2. Unlocking the scanner ....................................................................................................... 1 Installation under Windows 95 .............................................................................. 2 1. Installing the interface card ................................................................................................ 2 2. Checking interface card status ........................................................................................... 2 3. Installing software ............................................................................................................. 3 4. Resetting the scanner's SCSI ID if necessary ........................................................................ 5 5. Connecting the scanner ..................................................................................................... 5 6. Checking scanner status .................................................................................................... 6 7. Testing your scanner .......................................................................................................... 7 Troubleshooting for Windows 95 .......................................................................................... 8 Installation under Windows 98 ............................................................................ 10 Troubleshooting for Windows 98 ........................................................................................ 10 Installation under Windows NT 4.0 ...................................................................... 13 1. Resetting the scanner's SCSI ID if necessary ..................................................................... 13 2. Installing the interface card .............................................................................................. 13 3. Checking your Windows NT configuration ...................................................................... 13 4. Installing software ........................................................................................................... 14 5. Connecting the scanner ................................................................................................... 14 6. Testing your scanner ........................................................................................................ 15 Troubleshooting for Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................. 16 Installation under Macintosh ................................................................................ 17 1. Resetting the scanner's SCSI ID if necessary ...................................................................... 17 2. Connecting the scanner ................................................................................................... 17 3. Installing software ........................................................................................................... 18 4. Scanning images .............................................................................................................. 18 Operating the Scanner ......................................................................................... 19 Performing the power-on self-test ........................................................................................ 19 Positioning a document ....................................................................................................... 19 A: Placing reflective materials ........................................................................................ 19 B: Scanning thick documents ........................................................................................ 21 C: Placing transparent films .......................................................................................... 21 iii English English 1) Using the glass film holder ................................................................................ 2) Using the 35mm batch slide holder ................................................................... 3) Using the 35mm filmstrip holder ....................................................................... 4) Using the 6 x 9 cm batch film holder ................................................................. 5) Using the 4" x 5" batch film holder .................................................................... 22 23 24 25 26 Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................... 27 Returning your scanner for repair ........................................................................................ 27 Locking the carriage ............................................................................................................ 27 Lamp Replacement .............................................................................................................. 27 Components ......................................................................................................... 29 Specifications ....................................................................................................... 31 iv Introduction An image scanner is a device that captures and converts illustrations, graphics, photographs, or text into electronic files that can be edited or enhanced and then incorporated in printed documents or multimedia presentations. The single-pass, 36-bit, high-resolution ArtixScan 2020 has been specifically designed and engineered for the discriminating scanner user, who demands rich, detailed images suitable for any prepress or multimedia need. The ArtixScan 2020 color flatbed scanner scans reflective originals, but also features internal media trays for scanning positive or negative film in a variety of industry-standard formats. The ArtixScan 2020 includes 36-bit throughput capability for delivering images with more image data than 30- or 24-bit scanner are capable of capturing, superior optics and hardware components, as well as Microtek ScanWizard Pro scanner controller software. Before You Begin 1. Unpacking your scanner and checking components Open your scanner package and check the components as stated in your packing list (see page 29). If any component is missing, call Microtek Sales. 2. Unlocking the scanner Your scanner has a locking screw to protect the scanner carriage mechanism during shipping. Before operating the scanner, you need to disengage the locking screw. Using a coin or a screwdriver, turn the locking screw counterclockwise to unlock it. When successfully unlocked, the screw will push out a little. You can check the lock's status by pushing on the screw cap. If the screw springs back, the carriage is disengaged, and the scanner is ready to scan. Basic Requirements For the PC · · · · · · Pentium or compatibles Microsoft Windows 95, 98, or NT CD-ROM drive (internal or external) 16MB RAM (32MB recommended) At least 100MB available hard disk space Super VGA Color display with 256 colors or better For the Macintosh · · · · · · Apple Power Mac or compatibles System 8.0 or higher CD-ROM drive (internal or external) 16MB RAM (32MB recommended) At least 100MB available hard disk space Super VGA Color display with 256 colors or better Turn locking screw counterclockwise to disengage the scanner carriage. 1 Installation under Windows 95 To install under Windows 95, take the steps below: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Install the interface card in your computer Check the interface card status Install software Reset the scanner's SCSI ID if necessary Connect the scanner and computer Check the scanner status Test your scanner 2. Checking interface card status When you run Windows 95, the Adaptec AVA2903E SCSI adapter is detected and the driver is automatically installed. Make your Windows 95 CD-ROM ready for use. Some computers may prompt you to load Windows 95 software during your installing AVA-2903E driver. Follow steps below to check. 1. Turn on your computer, click Start, Settings, and select Control Panel. 2. Double-click on the System icon in Control Panel and select Device Manager from the top. 3. Double-click on "SCSI controllers" to display the screen below. 1. Installing the interface card Before installing the interface card supplied with your scanner, make sure you turn off your computer and peripherals. Then follow the steps below: 1. Shut down your computer and unplug the power cord. Next, remove the cover from your computer. 2. Look for an available PCI card slot (typically white or ivory) in your computer. Remove the slot cover, and insert the SCSI card into the slot. Push the card in to make sure it's seated all the way in the slot. The result of the check is displayed here. PCI expansion slots (typically white or ivory) The message "Adaptec AIC-7850 PCI SCSI Controller" displays indicates that the driver is installed and the AVA-2903E interface card works properly. If a conflict exists, either of the following will occur: · a yellow exclamation mark appears next to the phrase: Adaptec AIC-7850 PCI SCSI Controller - or · nothing is listed under "SCSI Controllers". In either case, refer to the Troubleshooting section. 2 This is important, as an improper card connection will make you unable to use your scanner, and you will then have to remove the computer case and restart the card all over again. Note: In this manual, we use the Adaptec 2903 card as an example. The SCSI card that came with your scanner may be different, check your Microtek scanner dealer. 3. Replace the cover of the computer, then plug the power cord back in. 3. Installing software Insert the Microtek CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Microtek Scanner Software installer should come up automatically, and list the software available for you. Click on each software program in the order they appear on your screen to install all ...