Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
Microtek TMA1600
Installing and Getting Started
Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 2 Unpacking the TMA1600 ............................................................................................ 2 Unlocking the TMA1600 ............................................................................................. 3 Shipping the TMA1600 ....................................................................................... 3 Installing the TMA1600 .............................................................................................. 4 PositioningYour Originals .......................................................................................... 6 Positioning transparent originals ....................................................................... 6
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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 Your 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
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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: · · · · · TMA1600 unit Templates (35mm slide, 35mm filmstrip, 6 x 9 cm filmstrip, and 4" x 5" film) Black plates (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.
15-pin Accessory port
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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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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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, 35mm filmstrip template, 6 x 9 cm filmstrip template, and 4" x 5" film template.
Follow the steps below to position transparent originals: 1. Raise the TMA1600, and make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface.
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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.
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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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).
5. Gently lower the TMA1600 down onto the scanner glass surface.
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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 ).
Align the edge of the film frame with the arrow mark of the template
2. Place the template assembly on the scanner glass surface.
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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, including 6 x 4.5 cm, 6 x 6 cm, 6 x 7 cm, and 6 x 9 cm. The maximum number of film 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 ).
Align the edge of the film frame with the arrow mark of the template
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.
3. Place the template assembly on the scanner glass surface.
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D. Using the 4" x 5" Film Template The 4" x 5" Film Template can hold one piece of 4" x 5" film 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 inner edge of the template (indicated by an arrow mark ).
Align the edge of the film frame with the arrow mark of the template
2. Place the template assembly on the scanner glass surface. Center the top of the template along the top ruler on the scanner, aligning the template's arrow mark to meet the arrow mark on the scanner's top ruler.
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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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Positioning X-ray originals
The maximum scanning area of X-ray originals is 12" x 16". Follow the steps below to position X-ray originals: 1. Raise the TMA1600, and make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface.
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2. Place the X-ray original face down on the scanner glass surface. Center the top of the X-ray original along the top ruler on the scanner.
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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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3. Gently lower the TMA1600 down onto the scanner glass surface.
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Positioning reflective originals
To scan reflective originals, you will need the black plate*. Follow the steps below to position reflective originals: 1. Raise the TMA1600, and make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface. 2. Place the reflective original face down on the scanner glass surface. Center the top of the template along the top ruler on the scanner.
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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3. Peel the protective film from the black plate. 4. ...
