Introduction This instruction manual explains the operation of the Minolta Universal Carrier UC7. Read it carefully before using the equipment to ensure proper usage. The UC7 is designed for use with Minolta reader-printers and scanners. Specifications Product name: Minolta Universal Carrier UC7 Microforms: 16mm Open Reels 35mm Open Reels...
Parts Identification Upper and lower glass flats Take up Supply spindle spindle Slow Fast rewind Fast forward 16 – 35mm Scan adjustable guide rollers Installation When preparing the reader-printer for use with the UC7, use the operator’s manual for the specific reader-printer or scanner you are working on. Remove any carrier and lens according to the operator’s manual.
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Fig. 1 Important: Direction of receiver plate • Position receiver plate according to Fig.1. Slide carrier on to the receiver plate from the right side of the reader-printer. Make sure the carrier is pulled to its outermost end stop as Fig. 2 shows and the motor mount is on the left of lens holder.
Plug to interface PWB Fig.3 Film loading Film 16mm setup 35mm setup • Set up guide rollers for either, 16 or 35mm. • Place full spool of film on left spindle. Always feed the film from the top of the spool.
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Fig.4 For fine adjustment use the center buttons ( < or > ) For scanning use the 2 outer gray buttons ( << or >> ) Important: For fast forward and fast rewind ( <<< or >>> ) the carrier has to be pulled all the way forward so the cover glass is open all the way.
Operating Fiche Take hold of the handle of the carrier and pull forward as far as it will go. This will cause the upper glass to swing open. Slide Fiche onto the lower glass. COM Fiche: SOURCE Document Fiche: Place Fiche face down with its cut Place the Fiche face down with its title out positioned on the right front.
Maintenance The upper and the lower glass flats must be cleaned regularly for optimum performance. Remove lens from the reader-printer and set aside. Now the cover glass may be easily removed by lifting it out of the frame. It helps to pull the carrier halfway to the front for glass removal.