User manual ION DIO PICS2SD

[. . . ] Do not try to open the case of PICS 2 SD or attempt to modify PICS 2 SD in any way. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Maintenance and repairs should be performed only by authorized service providers. Keep PICS 2 SD and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to prevent accidents or damage to the image copier. [. . . ] To remove the photo, simply turn the holder upside-down and let it slide out. SCANNING IMAGES WITH PICS 2 SD When scanning your slides, negatives or photos with PICS 2 SD, you can save your scanned images to an optional SD card or you can save it to PICS 2 SD's internal memory (up to 14MB). With the included USB cable, connect PICS 2 SD either to your computer (if it is on) or to wall power using the included USB power adapter. If using a slide or negative holder, insert it into the slot on the right side. Move the two switches to the appropriate position: "Film Scanner" (for slides and negatives) or "Photo Scanner" (for photos). Use the LEFT / RIGHT BUTTONS to navigate the available options and the press the ENTER BUTTON to select one. You can also press the MODE BUTTON to return to the main menu: • If you are scanning a slide or negative, select "Film" to choose between "Negatives, " "Slides, " or "B&W" (black and white negatives). €¢ If you are scanning a photo, select "Effect" to choose between "Multicolor" (color photos) and "B&W" (black and white photos). €¢ If you are scanning a photo, select "Crop" and select the measurements of your photo: 5" x 7", 4" x 6" and 3" x 5" (3. The larger the resolution, the better quality your scanned image will be. When you have adjusted your settings and are ready to scan your image(s), select "Capture" on the main screen. You can adjust the image in the following ways: • You can adjust the exposure by pressing the ENTER BUTTON when your image is shown on the DISPLAY. Use the LEFT / RIGHT BUTTONS to adjust the EV (exposure value) and press the ENTER BUTTON to select it. €¢ You can change the orientation of the image by pressing the LEFT / RIGHT BUTTONS. The RIGHT BUTTON will flip the image vertically, and the LEFT BUTTON will flip the image horizontally. 5" x 5") or 4" x 6", you will see the border of the photo holder, but the software will automatically crop this out when you scan it (if you selected the proper Crop settings as described above). After the scan is complete, use the LEFT / RIGHT BUTTONS to select "Save" to save your scan, "Cancel" to delete your scan and try again or "Home" to return to the main menu. When you are done scanning your image(s), you can transfer your images to your computer. [. . . ] Wait for the live view window to stop adjusting for exposure and then press the Scan button. Check your slides, negatives or photos to see if they may have been overexposed when originally developed. Several photo adjusting software applications are available to “cleanup” your newly digitized picture. Time for auto exposure varies according to your computer configuration. [. . . ]