Summary of Contents for Canon Microfilm Scanner 800II
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INSTRUCTIONS Be sure to read this instructions before you use the equipment. ENGLISH Keep this instructions on hand for reference to ensure optimum performance. CE-IE-323-02_cover Page 1 08.6.5, 11:10 AM Adobe PageMaker 6.5J/PPC...
Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Canon Microfilm Scanner 800II. The Microfilm Scanner 800II is a desktop universal micro- film scanner that features a large A3-format screen. Images projected on the screen can be output directly to a dedi- cated printer connected to the scanner or downloaded as image data onto a computer connected to the scanner.
Introduction CE-IE-323-01 Page 2 Conventions Used in These Instructions The symbols and icons used in this manual are described below. Take the time to read and understand this informa- tion before reading the rest of the manual. P.XX) A number preceded by an arrow and enclosed in parenthe- ses indicates the number of the page on which you will find more information about the preceding statement or paragraph.
Contents Introduction ... 1 Conventions Used in These Instructions ... 2 Contents ... 3 Before You Begin..4 Safety Notes ... 4 Choosing a Safe Location ... 4 Power Supply ... 6 Important Warnings ... 7 Features ... 9 Operation Modes ...
Before You Begin... Before You Begin... 100mm 300mm CE-IE-323-01 Page 4 Safety Notes To ensure safe operation, read the following precautions and recommendations before you choose a location and set up the scanner. Choosing a Safe Location To ensure adequate space for operation, maintenance and ventilation, ensure that there is ample space around the scanner on all sides.
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Before You Begin... Never set up the scanner in locations where flammable substances such as alcohol, paint thinners or other organic solvents are present. Always set up the scanner on flat and stable surface that can support the weight of the scanner (47 kg). Choose a location that is free of excessive vibration.
Note that the scanner should never be grounded by connecting the ground lead to a gas or water pipe. If you are unsure of any aspects of the power supply, consult your authorized Canon dealer or your power supplier. – 6 –...
Before You Begin... Features The Canon Microfilm Scanner 800II features the following: Large-format screen, small footprint Despite providing a large A3-size screen, this compact universal microfilm scanner is small enough to fit on a desktop. Internal SCSI-USB converter SCSI-USB converter is built-in, so you can use both SCSI and USB interfaces.
The connected devices and operation procedures for the two modes differ. Select the mode that best matches your system setup. The operation mode is set by the service technician at installation. Contact your authorized Canon service representative for details.
Checking the Box Contents The Microfilm Scanner 800II package contains the items listed below. If any of these items is missing, contact your Canon service outlet for assistance. Microfilm Scanner 800II Microfilm Scanner 800II Instructions Setup CD-ROM Ferrite core (for SCSI cable)
Before You Begin... Important Components and Their Functions Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the names and functions of the main components of the scanner, as described below. 1 Screen Shows enlarged projections of the images on the microfilm. 2 Framing Kit (optional) When a specified area is to be scanned, use this cursor to set the size of the scanned area.
64MB Additional Memory To scan in grayscale mode from the application software additional memory must be installed in the scanner. Contact your nearest authorized Canon Dealer for details. FilePrint 470 ( P.18 “Preparing the Printer”) A dedicated printer for the Microfilm Scanner 800II when it is used in Reader Printer mode.
Before You Begin... Preparing the Carrier The list below shows all the optional film carriers that can be installed on the Canon Microfilm Scanner 800II. For more details about these optional carriers, consult your Canon dealer or authorized Canon service outlet. For information on carrier installation and operation, refer to the instructions provided with the carrier.
CE-IE-323-01 Page 17 Lenses The types of lenses that can be used with this scanner are described below. Fixed-focus Lenses GZ X57 (57x) Zoom Lenses GZ X7-X7.5 (7x to 7.5x) GZ X9-X16 (9x to 16x) GZ X14-X30 (14x to 30x) GZ X20-X50 (20x to 50x) Fitting and Replacing Lenses Use the procedure below to fit or change the lens.
Push the holder slowly into the bracket until you hear it click into place. Preparing the Printer To use the Microfilm Scanner 800II in ReaderPrinter mode, a Canon FilePrint 470 printer (sold separately) is required. Contact an authorized Canon retailer or service technician for details. NOTE Refer to the FilePrint 470 Instructions for infor- mation on setting up the printer.
(XGA) NOTE • If you are not sure about the system require- ments, contact an authorized Canon dealer or your computer manufacturer’s support center. • If your CPU, memory or SCSI board does not meet the recommended specifications, you may experience problems such as slow scanning or a slow data transfer rate.
ID5. By default, the SCSI ID for the scanner is set to SCSI ID=2. When changing the SCSI ID setting, make sure to contact an authorized Canon dealer or service professional. • When daisy chaining the scanner with the other SCSI devices, note the following: •...
• Install the latest Microsoft USB 2.0 drivers. For details, contact an authorized Canon dealer. • Complete functionality using the USB interface is not guaranteed. For details, contact an authorized Canon dealer. USB cable Use the supplied USB cable or a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable.
Before You Begin... CE-IE-323-01 Page 22 Switching On Use the procedure below to switch the scanner on. Press the “|” side of the power switch to turn on the main unit. When the main unit is switched on, the Start key glows red and the scanner switches.
(SCSI or USB) • When the scanner is recognized normally, the scanner is recognized by the device manager as “CANON MS800 SCSI” regardless of the con- nection used. • When the connection to the computer is changed, the scanner recognition may be re- quired.
If you are using Windows 2000 Professional, “Found New Hardware Wizard” dialog appears when new device is detected. CANON USB Adapter for MS (only when connect- ing via a USB port) Click the Next button to proceed to the “Install Hard- ware Device Drivers”...
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If you are using Windows XP, “Found New Hardware Wizard” dialog appears when new device is detected. CANON USB Adapter for MS (only when connect- ing via a USB port) On the dialog asking you a permission to connect to the Windows Update search site, Select “No, not this time”,...
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Before You Begin... CE-IE-323-01 Page 26 CANON USB MassStorage Device (only when connecting via a USB port) On the dialog asking you a permission to connect to the Windows Update search site, Select “No, not this time”, then click the Next button.
CE-IE-323-01 Page 27 Notes for Software To use the Microfilm Scanner 800II in Scanner mode, the “Scanning Utility 800” and the “CapturePerfect 1.0” supplied with the scanner, an ISIS/TWAIN driver and an ISIS-compatible application software, or a TWAIN-com- patible application software are required. NOTE •...
Before You Begin... CE-IE-323-02 Page 28 In the Open box, type one of the following commands (where “D” is the drive letter assigned to your CD- ROM drive) and then click the OK button. ISIS/TWAIN driver: D:\Pixtran\Setup.exe CapturePerfect 1.0: D:\CapturePerfect1.0\Setup.exe Scanning Utility 800: D:\Su800\Setup.exe The Installer starts.
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Before performing scanning, choose the MicrofilmScanner 800II by following the procedure below. Click “Select Scanner” from the “File” menu. The “Select Source” dialog appears. Select “Canon MS800” in source section, then click “Select”. The “Select Source” dialog appears. Performing Scanning Follow the procedure below to perform scanning.
Using the Scanner Using the Scanner AF key Control knob ZOOM FOCUS ROTATE FOCUS key Image adjust mode indicators Image adjustment selection key image adjustment control dial (Operation keyboard) CE-IE-323-01 Page 30 Adjusting the Image The instructions below describe how to adjust the image projected onto the scanner screen.
ZOOM key Control knob ZOOM FOCUS ROTATE Control knob ZOOM FOCUS ROTATE ROTATE key CE-IE-323-01 Page 31 Enlarging and Reducing the Image Press the ZOOM key. Turn the image adjustment control knob to enlarge or reduce the image. Turn the knob to the left to enlarge the image and to the right to reduce it.
Using the Scanner CE-IE-323-01 Page 32 Printing or Scanning the Image In Reader Printer mode, the image projected on the scanner screen can be printed directly to a FilePrint 470 printer connected to the scanner. In Scanner mode, the image can be downloaded as image data to a computer connected to the scanner and then printed on a printer connected to the computer.
CE-IE-323-01 Page 33 Brightness Adjustment Use the procedures described here to adjust the image brightness during scanning or printing. The brightness can be adjusted either automatically (AE) or manually. Automatic adjustment Press the AE key on the operation panel or the operation keyboard (sold separately).
Using the Scanner Multipurpose tray Upper cassette Lower cassette CE-IE-323-01 Page 34 Selecting the Paper for Printing Use the procedures described here to select the paper size in the paper cassette or multipurpose tray when you are using the scanner in ReaderPrinter mode. To select the paper size for a paper cassette, use the Paper Select key on the optional operation keyboard or the Scan Size key on the operation panel.
CE-IE-323-01 Page 35 Selecting the Scan Size If image size detection is set to ON in the application program in Scanner mode, select the scan size. Press the Scan Size key on the operation panel and set the scan size. Note If image size detection is set to OFF in the applica- tion software or trimming/border removal is selected,...
Using the Scanner CE-IE-323-01 Page 36 Trimming/Border 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.
Special Features This part of the manual describes the many convenient scanner features and settings that can enable you to use the scanner more effectively. CE-IE-323-01 Page 37 Storing the Lens Magnification You can use the preset zoom keys (M1, M2 and M3) on the operation panel to store the zoom settings used on zoom lenses and then recall a stored zoom setting with a single touch.
Special Features (Optional keyboard) CE-IE-323-01 Page 38 Function Keys The function keys (F1 to F6) on the operation panel can be used to store frequently used functions, allowing the preset function to be recalled at a single touch. The function keys (F1 to F6) can store up to 6 function settings.
CE-IE-323-01 Page 39 Functions that Can Be Assigned to the Function Keys The functions described below can be assigned to a func- tion key. Settings Assignment This function stores the operation panel status and the scan settings. New file After you have pressed this key, the scanned image is saved into another file (folder).
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Special Features 11x17 LTR LTR STMT STMT LTR (Positions image B on top) (Positions image B on the bottom) CE-IE-323-01 Page 40 Import margins This function selects whether the margins are adjusted during scanning. Adjust margins (default setting: P3) This function adjusts the margin size when margins are scanned during scanning.
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Special Features CE-IE-323-01 Page 42 “Add on” Setting In ReaderPrinter mode, the Add on setting can be used to specify a time, date or caption to be imprinted on the image to be printed. Use the function key to select whether the add on is imprinted on the image actually printed.
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CE-IE-323-01 Page 43 Press the Brightness adjustment key ( ) to switch to “Date/time format” setting mode. The copies indicator then becomes the date/time format indicator. Use the plus (+) and minus (-) keys to set the date/time format. Display Date/time Format Year/Month/Day Year/Month/Day Hour:Minute Month/Day/Year...
CE-IE-323-01 Page 45 Setting the Date and Time When the date and time are added to the scanned image in Reader Printer mode, the date and time added are those set internally on the scanner by this function. This section describes how to set and check the date and time.
Special Features Year Month Hour Minutes Seconds. CE-IE-323-01 Page 46 Press the brightness adjustment key ( ) to display the minutes and then use the plus (+) and minus (-) keys to set the minutes. Display Setting ∼ 0 to 60 minutes Press the brightness adjustment key ( ) to display the seconds and then use the plus (+) and minus (-) keys to set the seconds.
CE-IE-323-01 Page 47 Setting the Auto Clear Time The function specifies the time after which the scanner switches to Standby mode when it is left unused. Hold down the Clear key and the Trimming/Border key for 2 seconds. Use the plus (+) and minus (-) keys to select the Auto Clear time.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance and Troubleshooting This part of the manual describes how to replace the scanner lamp, clean the scanner and deal with errors. Regular scanner maintenance is essential to ensure optimum performance and a long service life from your scanner. CE-IE-323-01 Page 48 Replacing the Lamp...
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IMPORTANT • 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 CE-IE-323-01 Page 50 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.
(Cleaning sheet) CE-IE-323-01 Page 51 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning Mode Cleaning mode is a mode for cleaning the Fileprint 470’s fixing rollers. Clean the fixing rollers in the Fileprint 470 if black spots appear on the front or back of the paper that is printed out.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If the scanner is not operating normally or not giving satisfactory results, refer to this table to identify the cause and find the solution. Problem The screen stays dark after I switch the scanner on. The screen bright- ness is uneven or the screen is too dark.
Automatic Border Removal and Skew Correction If the image projected on the screen resembles one of the images shown in the figure below, the Border Removal function (P.36) and Automatic Skew Correction function (P.39) cannot recognize the image and will not process the image correctly. For these functions to operate successfully, the screen image must be adjusted.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting User Call Errors If there is a problem with the scanner, an error number indicating the specific problem appears on the Error/User Mode display. This section gives details of the user call errors and describes how to deal with them.
When you cannot clear a service call error Make a note of the error code and the nature of the problem. Then switch off the scanner and any peripheral units such as the carrier, unplug the power cord and contact an authorized Canon service technician.
Specifications Specifications Main Unit Type Screen Scanning method Film polarity Lens magnification Light source Film Formats Types Base density AE response Image Adjustment Functions Focus Zoom Rotation Scanning Scan size Scanning mode Brightness adjustment Scanning options Other General Power supply Operation environment Dimensions Weight...
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