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  • Page 1 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Nikon Corporation Electronic Imaging Division 4-25, Nishi-Ohi 1-chome, 6ME 54000 Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140, Japan Printed in Japan (95 06)
  • Page 3 1. E2 Browser Functions Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...
  • Page 4 Microsoft is a registered trademark and Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. IBM PC/AT is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Other brand or product names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...
  • Page 5 These indications are placed in sections that should be read by users before beginning operation, in order to avoid damage to the product. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...

  • Page 6: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Radio

    CAUTION Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. SCSI Cable Please use the SCSI cable listed on page 5 in the user’s Manual supplied with the scanner.

  • Page 7: Notice For Customers In Canada

    Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Notice for customers in European countries ACHTUNG Dieses Gerät entspricht den Bestimmungen der EG-Direktive 87/308/EEC zur Störungsunterdrückung. Lärmemission kleiner 70 dBA Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    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. The power cord should be changed to suit the power voltage.
  • Page 9 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. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual *The shape of the plug depends on the country of use.
  • Page 10 • Avoid harsh substances such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, or pesticides, as failure, fire, and/or an electric shock may result. viii Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...
  • Page 11 • 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. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual 11 lbs...

  • Page 12: If You 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. Storage and Operating Locations Proper storage will ensure the long life of the unit. In order to prevent dust accumulating internally, it is recommended that an appropriate cover be used when storing the unit.
  • Page 13 • The Unit is exposed to direct sunlight. • The atmosphere is excessively dusty. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...
  • Page 14 Leave sufficient space around the unit to ensure that the ventilation slots are not blocked. Blocking these slots may cause internal heat build-up. Place the unit on a level and stable surface for operation. If operated in any other way, problems will occur. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Precautions When Inserting The Film Holder

    Fall die Finger in die Tür des Filmladeschlitzes bringen. Attention En aucun cas ne placez un doigt dans la trappe de la fente de chargement du film car le mécanisme interne pourrait vous blesser. Nikon xiii Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...

  • Page 16: When Taking The Unit Out Of The Country

    When Taking the Unit Out of The Country 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. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Notice Concerning Prohibition Of Copying Or Reproduction

    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. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced...

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    Notice concerning prohibition of copying or reproduction ... xv Overview ... 1 Features ... 2 Operating Environment ... 3 Before Operation ... 4 Inspection ... 4 Accessories ... 4 Cleaning the Unit ... 7 Frequency Interference Statement ... iv Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User’s Manual...
  • Page 19 Rear panel ... 10 Film Holder FH-45 ... 12 Film Holder FH-351 ... 13 Film Holder FH-356 ... 14 Connecting the LS-4500AF ... 15 Before Connection ... 15 Connecting the Power Cord ... 16 Connecting the SCSI Cable... 17 SCSI Chain Connection with Other Devices ... 19 Setting the SCSI ID ...
  • Page 20 Replacing the Lamp ... 37 Transportation ... 41 Procedure for Locking before Transportation ... 41 Technical Tips on the LS-4500AF ... 42 12-bit A/D and LUT (Look Up Table) ... 43 Prescanning and absolute light energy ... 45 Sharpness ... 45 Three scanning modes ...

  • Page 21: Overview

    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. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure proper operation of your scanner.

  • Page 22: Features

    1. Overview 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.

  • Page 23: Operating Environment

    Since an air inlet and a vent are provided on the side and rear of the unit, leave a space of 6 inches (15cm) when placing the unit near other devices. If possible, place a suitable cover over the unit to prevent dust accumulat- ing when it is stored. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 24: Before Operation

    2.2 Accessories The following items are included with the LS-4500AF. When you open the package, check whether all the items are present. If there are any missing items, please contact your retailer immediately.
  • Page 25 2. Before Operation Power cord (1) SCSI cable (1) *The shape of the plug depends (50pin full pitch Dsub 25pin) on the country of use. Terminator (1) Spare lamp (1) LS-4500AF user’s manual(s) Software disk(s) Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 26 Film holder for 35mm mounted film (FH-351) Tray for 4 frames of 35mm mounted film (1) Tray for 1 frame of 35mm mounted film (1) Strip film holder for 12 frames of 35mm film (FH-356) Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 27: 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. Please observe the following points: •...

  • Page 28: Parts Identification

    3. Parts Identification 3. Parts Identification 3.1 Main Unit Front panel Lamp Replacement Cover POWER LED BUSY LED ERROR LED Ventilation Slots Power Switch Eject Button Film Loading Slot Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 29 POWER LED: BUSY LED: ERROR LED: Lamp Replacement Cover: Provides access to the lamp for replace- Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 3. Parts Identification Directly turns the AC power on/off. Functions include ejecting film, moving the stage lock position.

  • Page 30: Rear Panel

    3. Parts Identification Rear panel Ventilation Slots SCSI ID Switch AC Inlet SCSI Connector Loching Screw Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 31 SCSI ID Switch: AC Inlet: Locking Screw: Fan: Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 3. Parts Identification For SCSI cable connection. (No difference between IN and OUT.) Sets the SCSI ID number. Numbers 1 to 9 are shown, of which numbers 0 to 7 are valid.

  • Page 32: Film Holder Fh-45

    3. Parts Identification 3.2 Film Holder FH-45 Mask Positioning Holes slightly raised bars Mask Upper Glass Plate Holding Section Mask Positioning Pins Maske Angle Index Turntable Frame Glid Arrow Sliding Spring Catch Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 33: Film Holder Fh-351

    3. Parts Identification 3.3 Film Holder FH-351 Hinge Mount Holding Plate Aperture Sliding Spring Catch Fixed Spring Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 34: Film Holder Fh-356

    3. Parts Identification 3.4 Film Holder FH-356 Catch Catch Film Holding Section Frame Folding Handles Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 35: 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. For an IBM PC/AT or compatible in which a SCSI board has not been installed, install a SCSI board as explained in the manual supplied with the board.

  • Page 36: Connecting The Power Cord

    • Do not extend the power cord of the product, as this may cause mal- function. *The shape of the plug depends on the country of use. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Scsi Cable

    Connect the unit to the computer using the SCSI cable. After attaching the connector, be sure to lock it in place. You can connect the SCSI cable to either of the SCSI connectors on the rear panel of the unit. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 38 Note: The SCSI cable used for SCSI connection should be of high-imped- ance type. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 39: Scsi Chain Connection With Other Devices

    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.
  • Page 40 If you use the type of terminator that is inserted between the SCSI cable and SCSI interface connector, install a terminator independent of the other SCSI connector of the LS-4500AF. • Terminators must be attached to the devices located at both ends of the SCSI chain.

  • Page 41: Setting The Scsi Id

    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.

  • Page 42: Operation

    Before turning on the power, confirm that the locking screw is loosened. To loosen the locking screw Turn on the power of peripheral SCSI devices (including the LS-4500AF) first, and then turn on the host computer's power. As soon as the power is turned on, the POWER LED and BUSY LED light up.
  • Page 43 • After turning the power off, wait at least five seconds before turning on again. • Do not turn off the power while the unit is scanning or operating. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 5. Operation...

  • Page 44: Inserting And Ejecting The Film Holder

    Fall die Finger in die Tür des Filmladeschlitzes bringen. Attention En aucun cas ne placez un doigt dans la trappe de la fente de chargement du film car le mécanisme interne pourrait vous blesser. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 45: Ejecting The Film Holder

    • The LS-4500AF does not perform automatic ejection when a scanning operation is completed. If the power has been turned off while the film holder is still loaded, turn the power on again. The film holder will be ejected by the initializing operation.

  • Page 46: Using The Film Holder

    A variety of film holders are provided for different types and sizes of film. Select the appropriate holder for the film to be used. Note: The scanning area of the LS-4500AF varies according to the scan resolution. 5 x 6 inches (127 x 152mm) at 1,000dpi 1.66 x 6 inches (42 x 152mm) at 3,000dpi...
  • Page 47 Note: Confirm that the mask corresponds to the size of the film to be scanned. Scanning may not be performed properly if there is any transpar- ent area between the image on the film and the mask. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 6. Using the Film Holder Mask Sliding Spring...
  • Page 48 Slightly raised bars provided as a guide for the outer edges of the film will be visible on the upper side of the mask. Mask Positioning Holes Turntable Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 49 Gently lower the frame holding the upper glass plate, taking care not to move the film. Fix the holding section of the frame firmly in place with the sliding spring catch. Film Holding Section Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 50 The index may not match over the entire circumference. Turntable Arrow Note: When rotating large-sized film, the length may exceed 5 inches, and scanning of some part of the film may be impossible. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 51: Using The Fh-351 For Mounted Film

    FH-45 with the film removed from the mount, is recommended. Step 1 Select the tray for one frame or four frames. When the tray for one frame is used, all the screens can be scanned at 3,000dpi. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 6. Using the Film Holder...
  • Page 52 Step 2 When a tray for one frame is fitted, check that the turntable and the back side of the depression in the tray do not interfere with each other. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 53 For fine adjustment, refer to the angle index marked on the edge of the turntable. The index may not match over the entire circumference. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual 6. Using the Film Holder Sliding Spring Catch...

  • Page 54: Using The Fh-356 For Strip Film

    Grasp the handle and pull it toward you; the cover will be disengaged from the catch section of the frame, at which point the cover can be opened. The cover will be held firmly in place while it is open. Folding Handle Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 55 The four frames aligned with the apertures can be scanned. The fourth image will be read. The third image will be read. The second image will be read. The first image will be read. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 56 Step 4 Press down the small folding handle on the cover. If the handle is not folded down, it may not be possible to insert the holder in the unit. Folding Handle Catch Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 57: Replacing The Lamp

    Do not touch the bulb section of the lamp. Oil from your fingers will shorten the life of the lamp. The usual life of lamp used in the LS-4500AF is 2,000 hours. With normal use, the lamp will need to be replaced approximately once every two years.
  • Page 58 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. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 59 Fix the electrodes in the new lamp. Push the lamp into the holder so that the protruding section of the lamp shade is uppermost. Re-attach the metal clip. Check that the lamp is not tilted too far. Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...
  • Page 60 If the application software does not have a calibration function, and command entry is possible, enter “LCB” from the keyboard. The LS-4500AF registers the initial value of the lamp in the system. When the BUSY LED goes out, the operation is completed. The calibration operation is only necessary when the lamp is replaced, not in daily use.

  • Page 61: Transportation

    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. If the locking screw is not completely fastened, and the unit is subjected to excessive vibration or shock, the unit may be damaged.

  • Page 62: Technical Tips On The Ls-4500Af

    The fact is, however, that the performance of the LS-4500AF largely depends on the software driver. You can make good use of the LS-4500AF by fully understanding the operation of both the LS-4500AF and its software.

  • Page 63: 12-Bit A/D And Lut (Look Up Table)

    9. Technical Tips on the LS-4500AF 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. The machine has two optical systems, and scanning of both 4 x 5 inch film and 35mm film is possible by switching between them.
  • Page 64 However, note that setting a gamma value with a sharp gradient toward the black side means amplifying the noise element. In addition to an auto-LUT function, the LS-4500AF has an LUT function set by users, enabling downloading from an outside source.

  • Page 65: Prescanning And Absolute Light Energy

    The light energy each time scanning is per- formed is not absolute light energy, but varies according to the film. While it is possible to set the light energy used by the LS-4500AF, the pre- scanning mode is recommended in order to obtain a better image.
  • Page 66 9. Technical Tips on the LS-4500AF 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. You should therefore set a parameter suitable for your system.

  • Page 67: Three Scanning Modes

    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. Normal mode: Stops at every line of picture elements to be scanned, •...

  • Page 68: Ascii Commands

    9. Technical Tips on the LS-4500AF ASCII commands The LS-4500AF has a function which interprets and executes ASCII commands. This function is not usually needed for application software. However, if a problem occurs, we may ask you by telephone or fax to take a simple troubleshooting measure by using this function to solve the problem.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Have both ends of the SCSI connection been terminated? • Is there duplication of the SCSI ID number? • Is the SCSI board being used recommended by Nikon? (For Windows version) • Do the settings of the I/O, INT, DMA channel, etc., on the SCSI board coincide with those of another board? (For Windows version) •...
  • Page 70 Poor image quality • Is the film holder's glass plate soiled? • Is the film loaded properly? • Is the scanner given to vibrating during scanning? Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 71: Appendix: Specifications

    Dynamic range: Output data: Scanning modes: Focus: Setup: Sharpness: Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Appendix: Specifications Transparent film Planar scanning, film moving type 5,000 pixel CCD linear sensor 12V 20W Halogen lamp Surface sequence 3-pass method (red, green, blue optical filter) 5 x 6 inches (4 x 5 inch optical system) 1.66 x...
  • Page 72 AC 100 - 120V/AC 200 - 240V, 50/60Hz, 0.80 - 0.4A less than 70dB(A) Approx. 45W when the power-saver is off Approx. 10W when the power-saver is on 50˚F - 95˚F (10˚C - 35˚C) 30% - 80% (no condensation) Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

  • Page 73: Index

    Film Holder FH-356 14 Film Holder FH-45 12 Film holder for 35mm mounted film 6 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual Film holder for sheet film 6 film holders for 35mm mounted film 6 film holders for sheet film 6...
  • Page 74 Transportation 41 Troubleshooting 49 Turning on the Power 22 Turntable 12 Upper Glass Plate 12 Usable Film 26 Using the FH-351 31 Using the FH-356 34 Using the FH-45 26 Ventilation Slots 8, 9 Nikon Film Scanner LS-4500AF User's Manual...

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