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INTRODUCTION These instructions describe the operating procedures for the Canon Microfilm Scanner 350. After you set up the unit, keep this manual in a convenient location so you can find it when you need it.
Conventions A few symbols and notations alert you to additional information that will make operation of the scanner more efficient, trouble free, and safe. (➞P.13) A number preceded by an arrow and enclosed in parentheses shows you the page number that contains more information about the previous statement or paragraph. WARNING Warnings are provided for your safety and contain extremely important information.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 1 Conventions ............................................................................................................ 2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... .......................................................................... 5 Work Safety!...................................................................................................... 5 Choosing a safe location .....................................
Selecting the polarity............................................................................................. 34 Brightness adjustment .......................................................................................... 34 Automatic adjustment ...................................................................................... 34 Manual adjustment .......................................................................................... 34 Trimming/border removal settings .....................
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... To ensure safe, efficient operation, read the follow precautions and recommendations before you choose a location and set up the system. Work Safety! Choosing a safe location ■ To ensure adequate space for ventilation, operation, and maintenance, make sure there is enough space around the system on all sides. To prevent overheating, never block the ventilation slots. 10cm 10cm 50cm ■ Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ ■ Avoid areas like laboratories where fumes from ammonia, acetone, or other volatile chemicals are present. Never use any kind of volatile, flammable spray near the unit. ■ Never set up the unit in an area where flammable substances like alcohol, thinner, or other organic chemicals are present. ■ Select a flat, stable surface that can support the 26 kg (57.2 lb) weight of the unit. ■ Choose a location that is free of excessive vibration.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Power supply If you have any questions about the power source at your work site, contact your supplier or the power company. ■ The unit should have an independent power source that is not shared with any other electrical device. If you have to use an extension cord or power strip, make sure the total ampere rating for all the equipment does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cord.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Daily handling Before using the equipment, make sure you and your co-workers read the following warnings about using this equipment. PAY ATTENTION TO THESE WARNINGS! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY FROM FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK! ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 8 WARNING Always observe these warnings when using the scanner. Failure to follow these warnings could result in injury due to fire or electric shock.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ ■ Use only a power supply having the rated voltage. The use of other voltages could result in a fire or electric shock. ■ Always unplug the power cord by grasping the plug itself. Pulling on the power cord can damage the cord so that the core wires are exposed or snapped and could cause a fire or electric shock. ■ Do not use an extension power cord as this could cause a fire or electric shock.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Features of the Microfilm Scanner 350 ❏ Space saving The economical design of this compact film scanner requires less space on your desk or work table. ❏ Automatic film polarity detection The unit automatically detects the presence of negative film or positive film and sets itself accordingly. ❏ Uses a variety of film formats A wide variety of roll/fiche carriers or auto carriers can be installed so you can use several film formats like microfiche, aperture card, and roll film.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ About operation modes The following operating modes are available with this scanner. Select one of the following modes according to your system environment before using the scanner. For details, contact your service representative. ❏ Scanner mode Using this scanner in connection with a personal computer, the image projected on the scanner’s screen can be saved in the PC as image data, or printed out through a printer connected to the PC.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Unpacking: What's in the box? When you unpack the box, use the checklist below to make sure that you have everything. If anything is missing, contact your supplier. ■ Microfilm Scanner 350 ■ Keyboard ■ Lens holder ■ Setup CD ISIS/TWAIN Driver CapturePerfect ■ Power cord ■ Function Key label (➞P.37 “Setting the function keys”) ■ Instructions (This manual) ■ Canon Software License Agreement ■ Warranty Card (U.S.A.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Options In addition to the accessories provided in the product package, a number of optional accessories that are required for using the scanner, such as carriers and lenses, are also sold, as well as other optional accessories that can be purchased as needed. Contact your nearest authorized Canon Dealer for details. ■ Carriers (➞P.15 “Preparing the carrier”) Multiple carriers can be used for all types of film, including cartrige film, microfiche, jacket film and aperture cards.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Important parts and their functions Before you use the unit, take a few minutes to become familiar with the names of the important parts. Screen Displays images and allows you to view images before you print them. Operation panel Provides keys that allow you to perform settings for image adjustment or film mode selection. DIN connector Allows you to connect a cable for the Autocarrier 100C, 100R, 100M, FS Controller I or Roll/Fiche carrier 200.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Preparing the carrier This is a list of all the carriers that can be installed and used with the Microfilm Scanner 350. For more details about these options, contact your supplier. For details about installation and operation, refer to the instructions provided with each auto carrier. The Auto Carrier 100C, 100M and 100R and the FS Controller I and Roll/Fiche carrier 200 require an optional Installation Kit.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Preparing the lens The following types of lenses are available. Fixed lens HX7 (x7) Zoom lenses HZ01 (x9.5 to x16) HZ02 (x16 to x32) HZ03 (x30 to x55) HZ04 (x20 to x48) HZ05 (x10 to x24) Switching the lens Follow the procedure below to install or exchange lenses. 1. If a lens is already installed, grasp the edge of the holder and slide it out of the unit. 2. Gently pull the lens holder all the way out. 3.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ 4. Turn the light adjustment dial to the left or right to adjust the light intensity of the screen. Adjust the light intensity to the type of lens installed. Do not touch the contact area with your hands. 5. Slide the lens holder back into the unit. Support the holder carefully so that the lens does not fall out. 6. Push the holder in until it clicks into place. If you are using the FS Controller l, remove the lower part of the lens ➀ then reverse it and attach it again ➁.
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■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Connecting the computer Connection of the SCSI cable to the main unit and the specification of the SCSI ID and other setting should be done by the supervising service personnel. To change the SCSI ID or any other connection settings, please contact your service provider. At shipment, the SCSI ID for the scanner is set to 2 and the terminator setting is OFF. To change the SCSI ID or any other connection settings, please contact your service provider.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Preparing optional printer (for the DMP mode) This is a list of all the optional printer that can be installed and used with the Microfilm Scanner 350. For more details about these options, contact your supplier. For details about installation and operation, refer to the instructions provided with each printer. Canon Fileprint 250 Canon Fileprint 450 20 • Connecting a printer to the scanner should be performed by a service representative.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Operation panel and keyboard keys Operation panel keys This is a summary of the keys on the operation panel. 1 Negative/Positive key Three settings are available: ( ) In negative film mode produces positive output from negative film images. ( ) In positive film mode, produces positive output from positive images. ( A ) In automatic mode, selects the mode based on the type of film detected.(➞P.
■ BEFORE YOU BEGIN ... ■ Keyboard keys This is a summary of the keyboard keys. 9 Function keys The following functions are assigned on the respective keys before factory shipping. For details, refer to P.37 “Setting the function keys.” P1: DATE P2: NOTE P3: PICTURE P4: SHARPNESS !0 Cassette Select key Selects paper cassette for printing when the scanner is connected with the Fileprint 450. !1 Auto Rotate key Rotates the image 90 degrees for printing.
■ TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF ■ TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF Follow the procedures described below when turning the power on and off. Turning the power on Follow the procedure below to turn the unit on. If an FS Controller III is installed on the scanner, switch the FS Controller III on first. 1. On the front of the main unit, locate the power switch on the lower left corner then press the I side of the switch to turn the power on. 2. Turn on the power switch of the computer and printer.
■ TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF ■ Scanner recognition If you are using Windows 95/98/Me/2000 or Windows XP, then the first time that you turn on your computer after connecting this scanner to your computer, Windows Plug and Play automatically displays a screen prompting you to install the scanner driver. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the installation. ■ If you are using Windows 95, the “Found New Hardware” dialog box appears. 1.
■ TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF ■ ■ If you are using Windows 2000 Professional, the “Found New Hardware Wizard” dialog box appears. 1. Click the Next button to proceed to the “Install Hardware Device Drivers” screen. 2. Select “Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)” and then click the Next button to proceed to the “Locate Driver Files” screen. 3. Select “Specify a location” and then click the Next button. 4. Load the setup disc into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. 5.
■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE Before installing the software, be sure to open and read the Readme.txt file on the setup disc. The setup disc included with the scanner contains the following software: ■ ISIS/TWAIN driver This driver allows this scanner to be used with ISIS-compatible application software or TWAIN-compatible application software. The driver must be installed in order to be able to use the scanner. ■ CapturePerfect This is a TWAIN-compatible scanning software application.
■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ■ 4. In the Open box, type “D:\Driver\Setup.exe” (where “D” is the drive letter assigned to your CD-ROM drive) and then click the OK button. The Installer starts. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen and complete the installation process. Installing CapturePerfect Follow the procedure described below to install CapturePerfect. 1. Turn on your computer. Windows starts. If you are using Windows NT 4.
■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ■ Using the software Using the ISIS/TWAIN Driver The ISIS/TWAIN driver help menu describes how to use the ISIS/ TWAIN driver. To access the ISIS/TWAIN driver help, click Start - Programs (when using Windows XP, click All Programs) - Canon Document Scanner - Canon MS300/350 Help, or click the Help button displayed in the dialog box. Using CapturePerfect Follow the procedure described below to start and close CapturePerfect.
■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ■ About the Reader-Printer mode When the scanner is set to the Reader-Printer mode, all the settings and operation of the scanner must be performed through the operation panel on the main body. For how to operate the scanner, see “Setting the scanner” (➞P.33). • The Reader-Printer mode is a mode in which the scanner can perform the same functions as an ananlog Reader-Printer does.
■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ■ ■ Exiting the Reader-Printer mode icon 1. To change settings of the Reader-Printer mode, click the in the task tray with the right mouse button, then click “Exit ReaderPrinter mode.” 2. Again, click the icon in the task tray with the right mouse button, then click “Exit application.” To restart the Reader-Printer mode, click “Start,” and to change settings, click “Change settings and start.” ■ Starting up CapturePerfect in the Reader-Printer (multiple scanner) mode 1.
■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ■ 3. Click the “Start” button, and then click “Program” (when using Windows XP, “All programs”) – “CapturePerfect” – “Multi Scan Start.” “CapturePerfect” starts up in the Reader-Printer mode. • When the Reader-Printer mode starts up, the CapturePerfect main screen is going to reside in the task tray as the icon with the SCSI ID that the scanner is connected to.
■ ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ■ Uninstalling the software Follow the procedure described below to uninstall the ISIS/ TWAIN driver and CapturePerfect. If you are using Windows NT 4.0 Workstation, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows XP, be sure to log on as a user with administrator privileges. 1. On the Start menu, point to Settings and click Control Panel. Note If you are using Windows XP, on the Start menu, click Control Panel. The “Control Panel” window is displayed. 2.
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ SETTING THE SCANNER In the Scanner mode, the image projected on the scanner’s screen can be saved by the connected personal computer, or printed out through a printer connected to the PC. Actual settings and operations for scanning differ depending on the application you use. In the DMP mode, the image projected on the scanner’s screen can be printed out through a printer connected to the scanner. Here below explained are various functions that can be set on the scanner main unit.
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ Selecting the polarity This setting selects the film polarity (possitive or negative). Press the Negative/Positive key on the operation panel to select the film polarity. A Negative Prints positive from negative film. Positive Prints positive from positive film. Auto Automatically detects the type of film in use and prints a positive image. If you select Auto, the Negative or Positive lamp blinks to tell you which type of film has been detected.
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ Trimming/border removal settings When an image on negative film is scanned and projected onto the scanner screen, the area outside the image appears as a black border around the image. The Automatic Border Removal function can be used to remove this black border around the scanned image. Trimming allows you to restrict scanning to a specified area of the image.
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ For example, the illustration shows the vertical set for 4 and the horizontal set for 7. The shaded area is the area trimmed and selected for scanning. 3. To save the setting, press the Border Button. The setting remains in effect even after the power is turned off and turned again. ■ Using the area setting cursors (optional) With the optional Framing kit installed, you can set an area for printing, using the guides on the right side and the bottom of the screen.
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ Using auto rotation This function lets you rotate the image 90 degrees for printing. To set the auto rotation print feature enabled, press the Auto Rotation key to illuminate the lamp. To reset it, press the Auto Rotation key once again to turn the lamp off. Setting the function keys (DMP mode) The following features are assigned to the respective function keys (P1 to P4) before factory shipping. KEY Feature Printing the date. Printing the preset note.
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ 3. Press the Print Number Setting key (+ or –) to set the [DATE, TIME]. DATE / TIME Year Item Display Setting Year 51 to 99 1951 to 1999 00 to 50 2001 to 2050 Month Day Hour Min. Sec. Month 01 to 12 January to December Day 01 to 31 1st to 31st Hour 00 to 23 0 to 23 Minutes 00 to 59 0 to 59 Seconds 00 to 59 0 to 59 4. Press the Print Number Setting key (+ or –) to set the [Stamp Location].
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ Note feature NOTE This feature lets you include a short note on your print. You must enter the note into memory before making the print, as described below. The note can be changed later on. • • Maximum note length is 33 characters. The note is printed in the same location for the date. If you choose to print both the date and the note, the date appears first, then a space, and then the note. Entering the note The procedure below explains how to enter a note.
■ SETTING THE SCANNER ■ 1st character 2nd character • Maximum note length is 33 characters including spaces. • The Brightness display shows your current location within the note, as described on the left. 3rd character 4th character 32nd character 33rd character 6. When you have finished entering the note, press the Clear/ Stop key to save it. The MS350 writes the note into memory and returns to normal operating mode.
■ Printing (DMP mode) ■ Printing (DMP mode) The following describes the printing procedure in the DMP mode. 1. Make necessary settings on the main unit. 2. Select the paper size that you want to print on. ■ Using the Fileprint 250 If using the Fileprint 250, select paper size set on the Paper Tray. (1) Press the Cassette Select key or the Clear/Stop key for about 3 seconds to enter the paper size setting mode. The current paper size then appears on the Print/Error display.
■ Printing (DMP mode) ■ If using the paper tray, set paper size of the paper tray. (1) Press the Cassette Select key for about 2 seconds to enter the paper cassette select mode. When the paper tray lamp ( ) begins to blink, you can now set paper size. At that time, the current paper size appears on the Print/Error display. (2) Press the Print Number Setting key (+ or –) to set the appropriate paper size.
■ USER MODE ■ USER MODE In the user mode, you can arbitrarily change the settings of the following features: • Power saver mode • Hi-speed scanning mode • Scanning resolution • Cleaning mode • Switching the operation modes (DMP mode/Scanner mode) • Setting the function keys User mode setting 1. Press the AE key about 2 seconds. The LED of the AE key and the Print/Error display blink. The power saving mode currently set will be displayed on the Print/Error display. 2.
■ USER MODE ■ User mode setting functions Power saver mode When the MS350 has not been operated for a specified length of time, the scanner switches into standby mode and stops projecting the image on the screen to save power consumption. : Does not switch into the power saver mode. : Switches into the power saver mode if not operated more than 15 minutes. (set at the factory before shipping) : Switches into the power saver mode if not operated more than 60 minutes.
■ USER MODE ■ Cleaning mode This mode is enabled when the scanner is connected to the Fileprint 450 and used in the DMP mode so as to clean the fixing rollers of the printer. (➞ P.50 “Cleaning mode”) : Normal mode (set at the factory before shipping) : Cleaning mode (Cleaning paper: A4 sized) : Cleaning mode (Cleaning paper: Letter sized) You need to prepare a sheet of paper of the size selected for cleaning and print the cleaning pattern on the paper before you start cleaning the fixing rollers.
■ ENTERING THE DEFAULT VALUES ■ ENTERING THE DEFAULT VALUES The MS350 lets you save your own default settings for the Print mode and such. Once you have recorded the defaults, you can recall them at any time by pressing the [RESET] key on the operation keyboard. Entering the default values 1. Press the Reset key for about 2 seconds to enter the setting mode. In the setting mode, the respective lamps on both the operation panel and the operation keyboard begin to blink. 2.
■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING This part of the manual describes how to replace the halogen lamp, cleaning the scanner and dealing with errors. Regular scanner maintenance is essential to eusure optimum performance and a long service life from your scanner. Replacing the lamp The lamp projects the film image onto the screen, and the procedure for replacing the lamp is described below, along with some precautions to be observed when handling the lamp unit.
■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ■ 4. Fit the new lamp so that the manufacturer’s mark is facing upwards and check that the lamp is fully inserted into the socket so that there is no gap between the lamp and the lamp socket. • Use only Canon-specified lamps as replacements. • Take care not to touch the bulb in the new lamp. Soiling or fingermarks on the bulb can adversely affect image quality and shorten the service life of the bulb.
■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ■ Routine cleaning Use the routine cleaning procedures described below to keep the scanner components clean and ensure optimum performance. Cleaning the screen and main unit Use a cloth slightly dampened with water or mild detergent to clean any soiling off the scanner screen and casing. Then wipe the scanner with a clean dry cloth. To avoid damaging the casing of the main unit, never clean the unit with an organic solvent such as thinners. Cleaning the lens 1.
■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ■ Cleaning mode After changing the toner cartridge for the Fileprint 450, you must clean the fixing rollers of the Fileprint 450. The following describes the cleaning procedure for the fixing rollers of the Fileprint 450. For details on how to handle the Fileprint 450, refer to the Fileprint 450 Instruction Manual. Cleaning the Fixing Rollers 1. Select the Cleaning mode in the user mode settings.
■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ■ Troubleshooting If you detect a problem during operation of the main unit, check the list of problems and possible solutions below. Problem Solution Screen does not come on, even after turning • Check that the lamp unit is properly fitted into the main unit. on the power switch. • Check whether the lamp has burned out. When the lamp is burned out, “LP” appears on the Error/User Mode display. If the lamp has burned out, fit a new lamp. (➞P.
■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ■ User call errors Here is a list of User Call Errors. If you see a User Call Error in the Print display, look it up in the table below. Scanner mode Error Number Meaning Solution LP The lamp installed in the scanner has burned out. Replace the new lamp. (➞P.47 “Replacing the lamp”) L5 The lamp unit is not correctly installed in the scanner. Check the lamp installation and make sure it locks in place. If the error occurs again, replace the halogen lamp. (➞P.
■ MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ■ Service Call Errors Every time you turn on the main unit, the unit automatically performs a self-diagnostic test. If the unit detects a problem at power on, or at any other time during operation, it will display a Service Call Error message in the display. A Service Call Error is indicated by an error code consisting of an “E” followed by three digits (“Ennn” where “n” indicates a number). This code is displayed in 2 parts as “En” followed by “nn”. (Eg.
■ SPECIFICATIONS ■ SPECIFICATIONS Microfilm Scanner 350 Main Unit Type Screen Scanning method Film Lens magnification Light source Desktop digital microfilm scanner 300 mm x 300 mm 600 dpi digital scanning Negative, Positive, Negative/Positive auto switching x7,x9.5-x16, x16-x32, x30-x55, x10-x24, x20-x48 Halogen lamp (20V 150W) Film Type Base density Silver film, Diazo film, (blue/black) 0.6 to 1.4 for negative, 0.
■ INDEX ■ INDEX A Adjusting ............................................................... 33 AE .......................................................................... 34 Auto ....................................................................... 34 Auto rotation .......................................................... 37 B Border removal ............................................... 35, 36 Brightness .............................................................. 34 C CapturePerfect ...........
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