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Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Nikon Corporation Electronic Imaging Division 4-25, Nishi-Ohi 1-chome, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140, Japan 6ME 54000 Printed in J.
Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Nikon Corporation Electronic Imaging Division 4-25, Nishi-Ohi 1-chome, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140, Japan 6ME 54000 Printed in J.
i Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual 1. E2 Browser Functions Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’ s Manual.
ii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Cautions • The reproduction of all or part of this manual without our permission is prohibited. • The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.
iii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Indication The indications in this manual signify important safety precautions. In order to use this product safely, please read every section where these indications are placed before beginning operation, this product.
iv Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
v Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Notice for customers in Canada This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
vi Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Safety Precautions To ensure safe and proper use of the LS-4500AF, and to prevent problems, please take special note of the following points: • Be sure to use an AC100V-120V/AC 200V - 240V, 50/60Hz power supply.
vii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual • When plugging in or unplugging the power cord, be sure to touch only the plug. • Do not pull or bend the SCSI cable, as this can cause the cable to break. *The shape of the plug depends on the country of use.
viii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual • Do not connect or remove peripheral equipment while the power is on. • Do not unplug the power cord while the power is on. • Do not move the unit while the power is on. • Once the power has been turned off, wait at least five seconds before turning on again.
ix Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual • Do not subject the unit to any strong shocks. This can cause breakage and failure. • Do not place heavy objects (weighing 11lbs (5kg) or more) on the unit.
x Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual If Y ou Notice Anything Abnormal If you notice any unusual noise, odor or smoke, switch the unit off immedi- ately and disconnect the power cord and the SCSI cable. Contact your retailer or Nikon sales representative in your country.
xi Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual • The Unit is exposed to direct sunlight. • The atmosphere is excessively dusty..
xii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual • The Unit may be subjected to excessive vibration or physical shocks. • The Unit is exposed to noise from other equipment nearby. Leave sufficient space around the unit to ensure that the ventilation slots are not blocked.
xiii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Precautions When Inserting the Film Holder Caution On no account put your fingers inside the door of the film loading slot, as they may be caught and injured by the internal mechanism.
xiv Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual When T aking the Unit Out of The Countr y The use of this product may violate local laws and restrictions in some countries. If this is the case, we cannot assume any responsibility for violations resulting from the use of this product.
xv Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Notice concerning prohibition of copying or reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material which has been copied or reproduced by means of a scanner may be punishable by law.
xvi Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Contents Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement ............................... iv Notice for customers in Canada .............................................. v Notice for customers in European countries .
xvii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual 3. Parts Identification ........................................................ 8 3.1 Main Unit ................................................................................. 8 Front panel ........
xviii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual 7. Replacing the Lamp .................................................... 37 8. Transportation ............................................................. 41 Procedure for Locking before Transportation .
1 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 1. Overview 1. Overview Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF. This manual describes the procedures for unpacking, setting up, and connecting the scanner, with emphasis on hardware use and cautions.
2 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 1.1 Features The LS-4500AF is an advanced type of film scanner capable of scanning 4 x 5 inch and 120/220 formats, including 6 x 4.5, 6 x 6, 6 x 7, 6 x 9, (color/ monochrome, negative/positive) at high speed and high resolution.
3 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 1.2 Operating Environment When installing the unit, leave space around and above it to ensure smooth operation.
4 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 2. Before Operation 2.1 Inspection Inspect the package to see whether any damage has occurred during shipment. If there is any damage to the package, please contact your retailer directly and do not unpack the unit.
5 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual SCSI cable (1) (50pin full pitch Dsub 25pin) Power cord (1) *The shape of the plug depends on the country of use.
6 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual A set of film holders for 35mm mounted film Film holder for 35mm mounted film (FH-351) Tray for 4 frames of 35mm mounted film (1 ) Tray for 1 frame of.
7 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 2.3 Cleaning the Unit When carrying out routine maintenance and cleaning, ensure that no volatile liquids such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner come into contact with the LS-4500AF as this may cause a failure, fire, or electric shock.
8 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 3. Parts Identification 3.1 Main Unit Front panel Lamp Replacement Cover ERROR LED BUSY LED POWER LED Ventilation Slots Power Switch Film Loading Slot Eject Button 3.
9 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Power Switch: Directly turns the AC power on/off. Eject Button: Functions include ejecting film, moving the stage lock position. Film Loading Slot: The film holder is inserted here. Ventilation Slots: Since air is drawn in through these slots, make sure that they are not blocked by other equipment.
10 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Ventilation Slots SCSI ID Switch SCSI Connector AC Inlet Loching Screw Rear panel Fan 3. Parts Identification.
11 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual SCSI Connector: For SCSI cable connection. (No difference between IN and OUT.) SCSI ID Switch: Sets the SCSI ID number. Numbers 1 to 9 are shown, of which numbers 0 to 7 are valid. AC Inlet: Connect to the AC power source with the power cord provided.
12 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 3.2 Film Holder FH-45 Mask Positioning Holes slightly raised bars Mask Upper Glass Plate Holding Section Maske Mask Positioning Pins Turntable Angle Index Frame Sliding Spring Catch Arrow Glid 3.
13 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 3.3 Film Holder FH-351 Fixed Spring Hinge Sliding Spring Catch Aperture Mount Holding Plate 3. Parts Identification.
14 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 3.4 Film Holder FH-356 Catch Frame Folding Handles Catch Film Holding Section 3. Parts Identification.
15 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 4. Connecting the LS-4500AF 4.1 Before Connection Before connecting the cables, confirm that the power of all devices, including the computer system and the LS-4500AF, is turned off.
16 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 4.2 Connecting the Power Cord Before connecting the power cord, confirm that the unit's power switch is in the off position. Insert the female end of the supplied power cord into the AC inlet located on the rear panel, then insert the plug into the AC power outlet.
17 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 4.3 Connecting the SCSI Cable Before connecting the SCSI cable, confirm that every SCSI device, includ- ing the computer system, has been turned off. Connect the unit to the computer using the SCSI cable.
18 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual If the unit is the only connected SCSI device, or if the unit is connected at the end of the SCSI chain, attach a terminator (terminal resistance) to the other SCSI connector. At this point, remove the terminator of the other SCSI device that has been placed between them.
19 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual SCSI Chain Connection with Other Devices If LS-4500AF is connected at the end of the SCSI chain; • Connect the 50-pin full pitch connector of the SCSI cable to the SCSI connector located on the rear panel of the unit, and insert the other end to the SCSI connector of other SCSI device.
20 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Remarks • The maximum number of SCSI devices that can be connected to one computer is eight. In the case of a host computer with a built-in SCSI hard disk or built-in CD-ROM, note that SCSI ID numbers have been pre-assigned for the host CPU and the SCSI devices.
21 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 4.4 Setting the SCSI ID The SCSI ID for the LS-4500AF is set at “5” when the unit is shipped. If other SCSI devices are connected to your computer, make sure that the SCSI ID for the LS-4500AF is different from those assigned to other SCSI devices.
22 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 5. Operation 5.1 T urning on the P ower Before turning on the power, confirm that the locking screw is loosened. Turn on the power of peripheral SCSI devices (including the LS-4500AF) first, and then turn on the host computer's power.
23 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Remarks • When turning the power off, first turn off the host computer, then the peripheral SCSI devices, in order (in the reverse order to that in which the power was turned on). • After turning the power off, wait at least five seconds before turning on again.
24 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 5.2 Inserting and Ejecting the Film Holder Inserting the Film Holder • Insert the film holder, in which the film has been set, into the film loading slot in the front panel of the unit, in the direction of the arrow.
25 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Ejecting the Film Holder • When the Eject button on the front panel of the unit is pressed, the film holder will be ejected. You can then remove the holder from the slot by hand. • When using driver software which has an eject function, the film holder can be activated by the host computer.
26 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 6. Using the Film Holder 6.1 Usable Film • Transparent film of both negative and positive types can be scanned. • A variety of film holders are provided for different types and sizes of film. Select the appropriate holder for the film to be used.
27 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 1 Slide the sliding spring catch forward, and carefully raise the frame holding the upper glass plate. The frame supports itself in the upright position. Remove the film if scanning has been completed.
28 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 2 If the mask needs to be replaced, remove the mask from the mask position- ing pins on the turntable, and fix the new mask in place, fitting the mask positioning holes over the mask positioning pins.
29 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 3 Place the film on the upper side of the mask, with the emulsion side downward. Slightly raised bars are provided around the aperture in the mask as a guide for the outer edges of the film. Refer to these to decide the position of the screen.
30 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 4 The arrow indicates the scanning direction. Set the image angle by rotating the turntable. For fine adjustment, refer to the angle index marked on the edge of the turntable. The index may not match over the entire circumference.
31 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 6.3 Using the FH-351 for Mounted Film When scanning a mounted film, the FH-351 can be used. • The maximum thickness of the mounted film is 3mm. • The flatness of the film depends on the condition of the mount.
32 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual To replace a tray, pull the sliding spring catch forward to release the tray, remove it, replace with a new tray, and secure it with the sliding spring catch.
33 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual When a mount is set in the tray for four frames, first slide the sliding spring catch and carefully open the mount holding plate. The frame supports itself in the upright position. If there is any mount for which scanning has been completed, remove it.
34 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 6.4 Using the FH-356 for Strip Film When scanning a 35mm strip film, the FH-356 can be used. • The maximum size of the strip film that can be scanned is six frames. • The maximum number of strip films that can be scanned is three.
35 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 2 Set the film in the film compartment with the emulsion side downward. The four frames aligned with the apertures can be scanned. The third image will be read. The second image will be read. The first image will be read.
36 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 3 Carefully close the lid after positioning the images in the apertures at the front of the film compartment. Press the cover closed against the spring section of the frame and confirm that the catch is engaged.
37 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 7. Replacing the Lamp Note the following before replacing the lamp in case that the lamp is out of order. • Before replacing the lamp, turn off the power and unplug the power cord. • After the power cord has been unplugged, wait for approximately 15 minutes or more for the lamp to cool down.
38 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 2 Pull the knob on the inner cover to open the inner cover. Step 3 Remove the metal clip securing the lamp, then press down the lamp holder lever to remove the lamp from the holder.
39 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 4 Take the lamp out of the holder and remove the electrodes. The electrodes are only pushed in.
40 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Step 6 Close the inner cover. Push the inner cover closed until it clicks, then close the outer cover. Step 7 Connect the power cord and run the application software after turning on the power. If the application software has a command for lamp calibration, execute it.
41 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 8. T ranspor tation When transporting the unit, first remove the film holder following the procedure below. Move the stage to the position for transportation at the rear of the unit, fasten the locking screw, and pack using the original package box and packing material provided by Nikon.
42 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 9. T ec hnical Tips on the LS-4500AF When operating the LS-4500AF, knowing the mechanism and operation of the unit will help to avoid problems and assist you in successfully scanning images. The fact is, however, that the performance of the LS-4500AF largely depends on the software driver.
43 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual The film is inserted from the front, moved in sequence and scanned. The LS-4500AF is a scanner of light source color switching type, film moving type, and surface sequence type.
44 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 0 4096 256 Input Output 0 4096 256 Input Output White is being skipped Black is being lost CCD signal black A change of gradient means a change of gain. When a gamma value with twice the gradient is set for only half of the input, 256-step output will be obtained.
45 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Prescanning and absolute light energy Prescanning is the function which sets the light energy by scanning the black (maximum density) and white (minimum density) of the film. Therefore, the meanings of the numbers differ according to the film.
46 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 50 50 50 80 80 50 44 50 86 80 86=50*(-0.2)+80*(1.4)+80*(-0.2) 44=50*(-0.2)+50*(1.4)+80*(-0.2) Such action, as demonstrated here, takes place in two-dimensions. Even if the sharpness appears to be weak on the monitor, it may occasion- ally be too great when printed out.
47 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Three scanning modes The LS-4500AF has three scanning modes. • Fast mode: Keeps scanning without stopping the stage while the interface operates. This mode is used for previewing. A limitation is that sharpness is not attainable.
48 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual ASCII commands The LS-4500AF has a function which interprets and executes ASCII commands. This function is not usually needed for application software.
49 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 10. T r oubleshooting If something unusual should occur during operation of the scanner, refer to the software manual and the troubleshooting section below. Scanning cannot be performed. • Did you release the transportation locking screw? When the unit is shipped, the locking screw is locked.
50 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual The recognition operation has been performed, but the result- ing images are totally dark or completely black. • Is the lamp lit? Look through the fan slots in the rear panel to check whether the lamp light goes out when a scanning operation is per- formed.
51 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Appendix: Specifications Film used: Transparent film Scanning method: Planar scanning, film moving type Sensor: 5,000 pixel CCD linear sensor Lamp: 1.
52 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Scanning times for reference: Standard film (maximum transparent density about 0.2), 3 colors, landscape 35mm film 1,800dpi, 2250 x 1500 (10.1MB) Approx. 90 seconds in high quality mode Approx. 60 seconds in normal mode 3000dpi, 3900 x 2600 (30.
53 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Index A A/D 43 AC Inlet 10, 11 Accessories 4 Angle index 12 ASCII commands 48 B Before Operation 4 BUSY LED 8, 9 C Cleaning the Unit 7 connected at t.
54 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual P Parts Identification 8 POWER LED 8, 9 Power Switch 8, 9 Prescanning and absolute light energy 45 Procedure for Locking 41 R Replacing the Lamp 37 S.
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