User manual KODAK HR 500 PLUS

[. . . ] KODAK PROFESSIONAL HR 500 Plus and Universal Film Scanners P192_0016HC User's Guide Part No. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without permission from Eastman Kodak Company. Unpacking Instructions for the KODAK PROFESSIONAL HR 500 Plus and Universal Film Scanners CAUTION: The HR Film Scanner weighs almost 120 lbs (54, 5 kg). The table for the scanner must be: · stable · able to support approximately 120 lbs (54, 5 kg) · at least 30 in. Remove the scanner accessories (such as cables and the SCSI board) from the front compartment of the box. [. . . ] Calibrate the scanner (see Calibrating the Scanner on page 3-5). Replacing the (Square) IR Filter IMPORTANT: The IR filter is made of glass and is expensive to replace. It is not necessary to power down the scanner before changing the IR filter. Open the lamp-and-filter-access door (see page 4-4 for the location of the lamp-and-filter-access door). NE S G PO IR filter (under balancefilter assembly) red handle 2. Loosen the thumbscrews on the lamp cover and pull the cover straight out. When you remove the cover, the safety switch is released, removing power to the lamp socket. May 2002 4-5 Maintaining the Equipment CAUTION: Wait at least five minutes for the lamp to cool. Position the red balance-filter selection handle of the balance-filter assembly in the center. Hold the red handle and pull the assembly straight out from the scanner. Clean the IR filter with the camel's-hair brush or, if needed, replace the IR filter as described in step 7. If replacing the IR filter, set the new filter in place with the arrows on the edges of the filter pointing down toward the scan lamp. Install the filter assembly in the scanner with the balance-filter selection handle in the middle. Reinstall the lamp cover, tighten the thumbscrews, and select a filter position. Calibrate the scanner (see Calibrating the Scanner on page 3-5). 4-6 May 2002 Appendix A: Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) The Service and Assembly Module (SAM) software performs many of the same functions as other host software. Its primary purpose for users is to validate that your scanner is working correctly and to allow you to perform simple scan functions. There are also service and diagnostics functions that should be used only with the assistance of a Kodak service representative. Functions supported by the SAM software are: · setting a magnification · calibrating the scanner · setting the image processing mode (negative or positive) · autofocusing at any given magnification · defining the area to be scanned · scanning and transferring images from the scanner to the host computer · performing miscellaneous features such as: ­ turning the lamp on and off ­ resetting the lamp-on timer ­ rebooting the scanner ­ retrieving scanner usage information ­ displaying software version information · backing up and restoring critical scanner files A-1 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Installing the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Software 1. You must provide the program location and the name of the program menu item. Remove the CD and store it in a safe place. Backing Up Scanner Files IMPORTANT: It is essential that you back up the scanner files before using SAM. Click Backup to back up the critical scanner files. A-2 May 2002 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Using Operations If the Operations window does not appear, select View->Operations. May 2002 A-3 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) IMPORTANT: The Diagnostics, Sensors, Motors & Solenoids, and Transfer tabs are not needed for user functions. Use these tabs only at the request of your Kodak support representative. A-4 May 2002 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Performing the Functions on the Mag/Focus Tab IMPORTANT: Magnification Calibration should be done only with the guidance of a Kodak support representative. From the Operations window, click the Mag/Focus tab when you need to set the magnification (position of the lens) or do an autofocus. Setting the Magnification 1. The scanner's software maintains an internal Mag/Focus position table that associates a motor position for each of the possible magnification values. The lens and CCD move to the chosen position. May 2002 A-5 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Performing an Autofocus 1. [. . . ] Locate the two punch readers, below the pressure rollers and adjacent to the left and right edges of the aperture. P192_1569BCA P192_1569BC two film readers punch readers 2. Use canned air to clean the left and right punch readers. May 2002 D-35 Using the Long Roll Accessory Cleaning the Rollers 1. On the Film Controls window, click Clean Rollers. D-36 May 2002 Using the Long Roll Accessory A dialog box appears. 3. Using a lint-free cloth with 90% or higher isopropyl alcohol, wipe the exposed part of the moving rollers--in the slot at the rear of the housing--from top to bottom. [. . . ]