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• If this product becomes inordinately hot or emits smoke, or unusual odor or noise, immediately turn OFF the power switch, unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and then call your Kodak Service Representative. A fire or electrical shock could result if you continue to use the product.
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This symbol indicates that when the last user wishes to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. Please contact your local Kodak representative or refer to www.kodak.com/go/recycle for additional information on the collection and recovery programs available for this product.
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REACH statement Please consult www.kodak.com/go/REACH for information about the presence of substances included on the candidate list according to article 59(1) or Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). Battery Information This product contains a Lithium Ion button cell battery. This battery can only be removed or replaced by a qualified Service Engineer.
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All other users WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments of performance or procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 15mW, and the wavelength is 770-800 nm. For Denmark ADVARSEL: Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning, når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion.
1 Overview This User’s Guide provides information and procedures for using the Kodak 2400 DV Plus Digital Scanner. Following is a summary of what is included: Chapter 1, Introduction — provides general information about the Kodak 2400 DV Plus Digital Scanner including a product description,...
Product description The Kodak 2400 DV Plus Digital Scanner scans images and outputs to the optional High Speed Video Laser Printer through a built-in PC interface. All controls are mounted on the front panel for ease of operation. You can scan directly to the optional laser printer or to a PC at up to 800 dpi.
Power source • Use a power source with minimal voltage fluctuation. Power Source: 50Hz/60Hz Voltage fluctuation: within ± 10% Frequently fluctuation: within ± 3% • Do not exceed the capacity of the outlet, especially when sourcing other appliances from the same outlet. •...
System Printer For ease of operation, maintenance and replacing supplies, the following minimum clearance is required. Install the unit in an area that allows easy access. 457 mm or 18" 200 mm or 8" 200 mm or 8" 200 mm or 8" 551 mm or 21-3/4"...
System configuration This scanner is available in the following configurations: PR mode (connected to the printer) The scanner is connected to a dedicated printer, allowing scanned images to be printed out directly. PC mode (connected to a personal computer) The scanner is connected to a personal computer and the scanned images can be uploaded to the computer via a USB cable..
Scanner components Front view Screen — the image from the film is displayed for viewing on the screen. The frame on the screen marks the data reading range. Control panel — most operations are controlled from the keys and indicators on the control panel. See Chapter 2, Control Panel and Functions for more information.
Optional accessories Optional accessories are available for the scanner. Contact your Kodak Representative for more information about these accessories. Projection lenses — several projection lenses are available to change the size and adjust the focus of the image. Four lenses are available: Single lens 7.5X...
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Film carriers Fiche Carrier-5 — for use with jackets, microfiche and aperture cards. UC-2 — a motorized carrier for semi-automatic loading of 16 and 35 mm open spool film, microfiche, aperture cards, jackets. UC8 — a motorized carrier for roll films but manual threading.
9 pages (letter or A4 size/400 dpi). The printer allows that print process to be started as soon as the printer completes warming up. Both ends of the Exposure display blink. If you want this function disabled, contact your Kodak Service Representative. A-61316 April 2010...
• Auto Power Save (30 min.) • Auto Power Save (60 min.) NOTE: The Auto Power Save mode can be disabled. Ask your Kodak Representative if you want to disable this function. Segments of the Multi-Print Display light up and go out sequentially in the clockwise direction when the unit is in the Auto Power Save mode.
Shift Start auto skew is on, the indicator is lit and any skew of the image will be corrected during printing. After printing, the skew is retained or reset. Contact your Kodak Representative to change the default. A-61316 April 2010...
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Centering/Fit key — when pressed, enables or disables the Centering and Fit functions. When Auto Masking, Trimming or Masking are set to Off, Auto Masking will automatically be enabled when Centering is selected. • Centering: places a screen image that had been searched using Auto masking or an image that has trimmed in the center of the page.
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Film Type — rotates between Auto, Nega, and Posi each time the key is pressed. • Auto: the scanner automatically determines between the film type options of negative or positive for print production. • Nega: select when using negative film. Dark and light values of the print will be reversed.
14 Clear/Stop — clears the setting on the Multi-Print display, resets the display to 1 or stops a multi-print cycle. 15 Multi-Print — used to set the number of prints when printing continuous, multiple pages. The value of this setting increases by one (1, 2, 3...) with every push of the key.
Image processing This section provides a description of the image processing features. Procedures on how to use these features can be found in Chapter 3, features Using the Scanner. Screen image to Print Image Description Auto Masking (1 Frame) The black bands that run along the edges of the image are masked.
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Auto Film Format Select Print Automatically determines the format (portrait or landscape) of the image on the screen and prints it as necessary. If you want to use this function contact your Kodak Representative. Image Zoom The system magnifies the screen image according to the size of paper being used.
3 Using the Scanner This chapter provides procedures on how to use the Kodak 2400 DV Plus Digital Scanner. Following is an outline of the basic printing procedure. Detailed procedures on these steps follow in this chapter. 1. Load the film. The procedure for loading film is determined by the type of Film Carrier (optional) that is being used.
Selecting a Projection lenses are available in the following types. Select the type of lens that corresponds to the film you are using. projection lens Type 1: 7.5X Type 1: 9 to 16X Type 2: 13 to 27X Type 3: 23 to 50X The following list shows the standard types of film and the recommended zoom ratios of lenses to be used with the system printer.
Replacing the To replace a lens with a magnification different from the pre-installed lens: projection lens 1. Grasp the Prism Holder lever and push it up. 2. Pull out the lens unit. 3. Slide the lens unit into position along the lens guide. 4.
Selecting the Connection The scanner connection can be selected between PR (connection to mode the printer) and PC (connection to the personal computer). For the connection to the PC, the optional Interface Kit is required. • Press the Shift key and the PC/PR key together for over one second. PC mode —...
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Image rotation • Turn the Image Rotation knob until the image is displayed at the desired rotation. The greater the turning angle of the Image Rotation knob the faster the turning speed. NOTE: If you hold down the Shift key and turn the Image Rotation knob, the image quickly rotates by 90 degrees.
Selecting the film Auto type The system will automatically determine the polarity of the film being used when Auto is selected. Auto Film Type Nega Posi NOTE: The system cannot determine the polarity of certain types of film. If the system cannot detect a film type, select it manually. The system does not detect exterior conditions such as when the glass surface of the carrier is dirty or scratched.
Selecting the image Using Auto Exposure density 1. Press the Exposure Mode Select key to select the Auto Exposure mode. The LED to the left of the key lights up when the Auto Exposure mode is selected. Darker Auto Lighter 2.
Selecting the output • Press the key to select the paper source and print format. format Selecting the paper source Tray: Prints the film image on paper from the print tray. Cassette 1: Prints the film image on paper from cassette 1. The standard magnification is fixed according to the selected size of the paper from the paper feeder.
Using Auto Masking The Auto Masking function prevents the frame (non-image area) of a film image from appearing on the print. • Press the Auto Masking key to turn on this function. Auto Masking Manual Operating conditions for auto masking •...
Manual Masking panels (option) 1 Vertical Area Indication panel — use to specify the vertical print (scan) area on the screen. There are 42 lights placed at 7 mm intervals. The lights create a pattern when lit specifying the area on the screen that will be printed.
Using Manual Masking NOTES: • Under the PC mode, the print (scan) area can be defined using the Manual Masking panels. • The Trimming and Masking functions cannot be used in the PC mode. The optional Manual Masking Kit allows you to specify an area of printing of the displayed image through two separate features: trimming and masking.
Clearing a defined print area • Press the Vertical and Horizontal Clear keys to clear the defined print area. Selecting Masking • Press the (manual) Masking key when you want to mask a specific area of an image. NOTE: The basic operation for Manual Masking is similar to Trimming. Refer to the previous procedures on Trimming and defining areas for Manual Masking.
Images are manually loaded on the carrier glass in between cycles. Cycle Print mode is a system setting that must be entered by an Kodak Service Representative. This function is only available in the PR mode.
Selecting the Resolution 1. Press the Shift key and the Resolution key together. The current resolution is displayed. 2. Press the Resolution key while holding down the Shift key to set the resolution. Connection mode Resolution Display PR mode 600 dpi PC mode 200 dpi 300 dpi...
Using Electronic Zoom In addition to using the lens to zoom, the electronic zoom function has been provided for magnifying the image when it is printed. This function is only available in PR mode. Zoom+: when the Zoom+ key is pressed with the Shift key, the magnification is increased by an increment of 0.01X (up to 2.00X).
4 Printer Functions This chapter provides information on how to use and maintain your Kodak 34 ppm High Speed Video Laser Printer. Printer precautions To ensure the optimum performance of the printer, follow the precautions listed below: • NEVER open any Cover, or turn OFF the printer during printing.
Printer components 1 Top cover release lever — used to open the top cover. 2 Output tray extension — fold open when printing on B4 paper or larger. 3 Power indicator ⎯ lights when the printer is turned on. 4 Power switch ⎯ use to turn the printer on and off. 5 Paper guides ⎯...
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8 Interface connectors ⎯ these two connectors allow the connection with separate scanner units. 9 AC power connection ⎯ plug the power cord into this socket. 9 Top cover ⎯ open to replace the toner cartridge and to clear misfed sheets of paper. 10 Image transfer roller ⎯...
Paper specifications Use only the following types of paper: Type — plain and recycled paper (weight 16 to 24 lbs / 60 to 90 g/m Standard sizes — 11 x 17”, 8 1/2 x 11”, 8 1/2 x 14”, A3 and A4. Capacity •...
4. While pressing the button on the right side of the media guide, slide the media guide to adjust it. NOTE: Make sure the paper fit easily between the guides. Improperly adjusted guides may cause poor print quality, paper jams, or printer damage. Loading paper in the 1.
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4. Lift up the gray lever on the right end of the paper retainer, and slide the paper retainer to the right. 5. Lift up on the left end of the paper retainer to remove it. 6. Insert the right end of the paper retainer into the slot for the size of paper to be loaded.
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8. Align the four edges of the paper, and then load the paper printing side up. Do not load paper on this side. Long-edge Feed Examples Short-edge Feed Examples Letter, A4 and B5 Ledger, Legal, A3 and B4 NOTE: A maximum of 500 sheets (20 lb. bond [80 g/m ] plain paper) can be loaded.
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12. When printing on B4 paper or larger, fold open the output tray extension. 13. Affix the paper size labels (supplied with the printer) to the paper cassette in order to indicate the size of loaded paper. A-61316 April 2010...
Replacing the toner 1. Slide the top cover release lever to the right, and open the top cover cartridge NOTES: • Never touch the copper or brass electrodes or electrical parts that are located inside the top cover and underneath the toner cartridge, as a printer malfunction can result.
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4. Peel off the packing tape. NOTE: Hold the toner cartridge by its handle. Do not open the protective cover of the OPC (the green area) or allow anything to come in contact with the OPC. It is extremely sensitive to hand oils and scratches, both of which reduce print quality.
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• Guidelines are available for disposal of toner cartridges that are replaced during maintenance or service. Follow local regulations or access the Kodak website at: www.kodak.com/go/msds and refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). When accessing the MSDS from the website, you will be required to provide the toner cartridge catalog number: CAT No.
Replacing the Replace the exhaust filter on the back of the printer when you replace the toner cartridge. exhaust filter 1. Remove the used exhaust filter and dispose of it according to your local regulations. 2. Remove the new filter from its box and insert it into place. Troubleshooting Misfeed clearing Locate the misfeed using the code and perform the misfeed clearing...
Clearing a misfeed from 1. Remove all paper from the paper feeding tray. the paper feeding tray 2. Pull out the misfed paper. 3. Correctly load the paper into the paper feeding tray. 4. If necessary, open and close the top cover to cancel the misfeed code.
Clearing a misfeed from 1. Open the top cover. inside the printer CAUTION: Never touch the copper or brass electrodes or electrical parts that are located inside the top cover and underneath the toner cartridge, as a printer malfunction can result. Do not to touch around the image transfer roller (may result in reduced print quality) or around the fusing unit (may result in burns).
4. After removing the misfed paper, lower the two levers. 5. Open the paper feed roller cover. 6. Pull out the jammed paper. 7. Close the paper feed roller cover. 8. Align the tabs on the toner cartridge with the notches in the printer and insert the cartridge.
Printer maintenance Clean the printer at regular intervals. NOTES: • Use a soft cloth and NEVER use abrasives or corrosive detergents; a damp cloth and a mild home detergent can be used for heavier cleaning. • Never spray cleaning solution directly on the printer’s surface; the spray could penetrate the air vents and damage the printer.
3. Open the paper feed roller cover. 4. Wipe the two paper feed rollers with a soft, dry cloth. 5. Close the paper feed roller cover. 6. Align the tabs on the cartridge (one on each side) with the notches in the printer, and then insert the cartridge as far as possible into its compartment.
5 Scanner Maintenance This chapter provides maintenance procedures for cleaning the scanner and replacing the projection lamp. Cleaning the scanner The scanner should be cleaned daily for optimal operating conditions. Cleaning the scanner screen • With a damp cloth, clean and remove any dust or debris from the surface of the screen.
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Carrier Glass NOTE: Before cleaning the carrier glass, remove the projection lens from the scanner. Refer to Chapter 3, “Installing the projection lens” for procedures. • With a damp cloth, clean and remove any dust or debris from the surface of the carrier glass. To open the carrier glass: •...
Replacing the Use the following procedure to replace the projection lamp whenever a reduction in brightness on the screen is detected or the lamp burns out. projection lamp Make sure that the replacement lamp is specified for use with this scanner (DC20V 150W DDL type).
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5. Insert the new projection lamp so that the mark on its base is facing upwards. Make sure that the new projection lamp is inserted securely so there is no gap between the projection lamp and the lamp socket. Mark CAUTION: Do not touch the reflector mirror surface of the projection lamp.
If the lamp goes out during a print cycle, a blank print may be output. The battery for Date Print has run down. • Turn off the Date Print function or call your Kodak Service Representative. Magnification warning display • You used the modification of the magnification by an electronic zoom.
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The following is a list of a malfunction that has occurred in the system. Location Code Description Optical path switching failure Scanner A scanning malfunction A fan motor malfunction A fusing unit malfunction A laser malfunction A polygon motor malfunction Printer A main drive motor malfunction An imaging cartridge drive motor mal-...
Solving printing Use the following procedures to fix minor printing problems. If print quality does not improve after implementing the procedures below, problems contact your Kodak Service Representative. Symptom Cause Action Light image Print density is not properly set. Change the print density setting as necessary.
Appendix A Specifications The following are specifications for the Kodak 2400 DV Plus Digital Scanner and the Kodak 34 ppm Video Laser Printer. NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Kodak 2400 DV Plus Digital Scanner Specifications Type Desktop-type microfilm scanner Type of Film Microfiche, Jackets, Aperture Cards, 16 mm &...
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PR Mode - Kodak 34 ppm Video Laser Printer Specifications Resolution 600 dpi Output Scale Binary Printing Method Laser Electrostatic Developing System Super Micro-Toning (Super-MT) System Print Size 8 1/2 x 11” (A4) crosswise, 11 x 17” (A3) lengthwise 8 1/2 x 11” (A4) lengthwise, 8 1/2 x 14 (B4)
Appendix B User and System Settings This system offers these settings: • User settings that are set up by the user from the control panel. • Settings that are made by the user via User mode. • System settings that are set up by the dealer. Following is a list of factory settings: User Settings Initial Setting...
User mode allows the default values of various functions to be set or changed as necessary. Most of these functions are set-up and changed by your Kodak representative, however some User modes can be changed by you. Setting these default values according to your needs saves time and allows you to work more efficiency.
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3. Press the Exposure Mode key to display d(*). *: Current setting value 4. Press the Exposure Adjustment key (Darker or Lighter) to select the specific setting value. • Pressing the Darker key scrolls through the setting values in the following order: d0, d1...d5. •...
Settings in each User U1: Special Print mode — this function is not available. mode function U2: Engineering Enhancement mode — slight image distortion occurring in the scan direction can be corrected with this function. Before correction After correction 1. Select U2 in the User mode. 2.
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U4: Paper Feeding Tray Size — the size and direction of the paper loaded in the Paper Feeding Tray can be set with this function. 1. Select U4 in the User mode. 2. Press the Exposure Mode key to display d*. 3.
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U6: Year, Month and Date Set mode — the print pattern for the Date Print function can be set with this function. 1. Select U6 in the User mode. 2. Press the Exposure Mode key to display d*. 3. Press the Exposure Adjustment key (Darker or Lighter) to select the desired setting value.
3. In each setting mode, press the Multi-Print key to enter the setting value. Each press of the Multi-Press key increases the setting value. When the value exceeds the maximum setting of the selected mode, it returns to 00 or 01 (month, day). 4.
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This function automatically scans the next image (PR mode only) Disabled following a preset period of time (the period can be set by your Kodak Service Representative). Images are set by the user onto the carrier glass in between cycles. Paper Size of Paper...
• Your company name, address, telephone number, department name, floor number, machine location, etc. • K# (scanner and/or printer), model name, serial number, condition or system(s) indications(s) on the display, etc. Kodak 2400 DV Plus Digital Scanner Serial Number Model Name Kodak 34 ppm Video Laser Printer Serial No.