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  • Page 1 StudioScan II Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Trademarks StudioScan II is a trademark of Agfa-Gevaert, NV. Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Incorporated. IBM PC, AT, and XT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Other product or company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
  • Page 3 Contents Introduction About your StudioScan II About this Owner’s Guide About the FotoLook documentation Conventions 1 Preparing the scanner Unpacking the scanner Unlocking the scanner Locking the scanner Taking a closer look Installing the Transparency Module Unpacking the Transparency Module...
  • Page 4 4 Caring for your scanner Cleaning the scanner Replacing the fluorescent lamps Replacing the fuse Troubleshooting Technical Information Contents...
  • Page 5 StudioScan II and Transparency Module regulation compliance North-American version Safety regulations The StudioScan II and Transparency Module are designed to comply with: UL 1950-D3 CSA C22.2 No. 950 - M89 UL Safety Statement Instructions for power supply cord selection: For units set at 115V: Use a UL listed, Type SVT or SJT cord, three conductor, rated 10A 125V, not to exceed 15ft in length.
  • Page 6 reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Page 7 StudioScan II and Transparency Module regulation compliance International version Safety regulations The StudioScan II and Transparency Module are designed to comply with: VDE 0805 TÜV Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. Bitte Lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Um eine Beschädigung des Gerätes zu vermeiden sollten Sie nur Zuberhörteile verwenden, die vom Hersteller zugelassen sind.
  • Page 8 Electromagnetic Interference The StudioScan II is designed to comply with: VDE 0871, class B VDE 0875, level N viii...
  • Page 9 Introduction Welcome...
  • Page 10 Introduction...
  • Page 11 Introduction This chapter introduces you to your StudioScan II and to the different manuals that came with your scanner. About your StudioScan II The StudioScan II is a 10-bit flatbed desktop scanner. You can scan line-art, halftone, gray-scale and color reflective originals up to legal or A4 format.
  • Page 12 StudioScan II. About the FotoLook documentation Besides this Owner’s Guide, your StudioScan II comes with a documentation set for FotoLook. In this documentation you can find information on how to install and use the FotoLook software.

  • Page 13: Preparing The Scanner

    Chapter 1 Preparing the scanner...
  • Page 14 Chapter 1 Preparing the scanner...

  • Page 15: Unpacking The Scanner

    Preparing the scanner This chapter assists you in preparing your StudioScan II for installation. You’ll find instructions for: Unpacking the scanner Unlocking the scanner Locking the scanner Installing the Transparency Module Testing the scanner Unpacking the scanner The first thing to do is to make sure you have everything you’re supposed to.
  • Page 16 StudioScan II 3-pin 110V Power cord (North-American version) Owner’s and User’s Guides 220V Power cord (International version) 3 1/2 inch Macintosh disks 3 1/2 inch PC disks 25 - 50 pins SCSI cable Figure 1 Warranty and Registration Unlock card...

  • Page 17: Unlocking The Scanner

    Unlocking the scanner The scanner’s optical assembly is held in place during shipment by a locking screw which must be loosened before the unit can be operated. 1. Locate the locking screw at the base of the scanner as shown in Figure 2.

  • Page 18: Taking A Closer Look

    Now that you have the scanner out of the box, take a closer look so that you’re familiar with its parts. Figure 3 and Figure 4 illustrate the locations of the different parts of your StudioScan II. Document cover Glass plate...

  • Page 19: Installing The Transparency Module

    The Transparency Module is an optional item. The following describes the procedure for installing the Transparency Module if you have purchased one for your StudioScan II. Unpacking the Transparency Module The first thing to do is to make sure you have everything you’re supposed to.
  • Page 20 Transparency Module 220V Power cord International version Transparency frame Regulation 110V Power cord approval document North-American version Figure 5 Warranty and The contents of the Transparency Registration card Module packing box Note: Save the packing materials so that you can repack the Transparency Module to protect it if you have to move it over long distances.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Transparency Module

    Connecting the Transparency Module Unlock the transparency module before connecting it to the scanner. Consult the Unlock Card of the transparency module for instructions. 1. Switch off the scanner and remove the scanner’s Document Cover. 2. Position the Transparency Module on the top of the scanner, aligning the positioning holes at the top-rear of the scanner.

  • Page 22: Testing The Scanner

    Testing the scanner You are now ready to perform a power-on test to check if the scanner is operating correctly. 1. Check that you have unlocked the locking screw. 2. Connect the power cord to the scanner. 3. Turn on the scanner. The Power indicator lights up and the Ready indicator flashes briefly.

  • Page 23: Installing The Scanner

    Chapter 2 Installing the scanner...
  • Page 24 Chapter 2 Installing the scanner...

  • Page 25: Installing The Scanner

    Installing the scanner This chapter shows you how to set up your StudioScan II. Before installing the scanner, read the safety instructions below. You’ll also find instructions for: Changing and setting the SCSI ID number Installing the scanner for the Macintosh...

  • Page 26: About Scsi Devices

    Changing the SCSI ID number Before connecting the scanner to your computer, you must be aware of the SCSI ID numbers already assigned. Your StudioScan II is preset to ID2 and only needs to be changed if there is already another device in your chain set to the same number.

  • Page 27: Installation For The Macintosh

    SCSI number to increase the number. Installation for the Macintosh This section shows you how to set up your StudioScan II with your Macintosh computer. You must first choose and set a SCSI ID number, then connect the scanner to your Macintosh, and lastly test the connection.

  • Page 28: Connecting The Scanner

    ID0 or ID1. 3. Write down any SCSI ID number that is free. Your StudioScan II is preset to ID2. If this number is free you do not need to reset the SCSI ID switch on rear of the scanner.

  • Page 29: Testing The Connection

    1. Connect the power cord to the scanner. For the country-specific version: Use the correct power cord for the voltage in your area. The StudioScan II automatically adjusts to any AC electrical outlet rated from 100V to 240V. For the North American version: Use the correct power cord for the voltage in your area.

  • Page 30: Installation For The Pc

    Installation for the PC This section shows you how to set up your StudioScan II with your PC. You can find information on which SCSI adapter card to use and instructions for connecting the scanner to your PC. Which SCSI adapter card...
  • Page 31 7. Turn on your PC. In case of problems, refer to Appendix A, ‘Troubleshooting’. You are now ready to install and configure Agfa’s scanning software. Please refer to the FotoLook documentation. Installation for the PC...
  • Page 32 Chapter 2 Installing the scanner...

  • Page 33: Using The Scanner

    Chapter 3 Using the scanner...
  • Page 34 Chapter 3 Using the scanner...

  • Page 35: Placing A Reflective Original

    Using the scanner This chapter tells you how to place transparent and reflective originals on your scanner. Placing a reflective original The following steps explain how to position your original on your scanner. 1. Raise the document cover of the scanner. If you have a Transparency Module, you do not have to remove the Transparency Module.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3 Using the scanner...

  • Page 37: Caring For Your Scanner

    Chapter 4 Caring for your scanner...
  • Page 38 Chapter 4 Caring for your scanner...

  • Page 39: Caring For Your Scanner

    The StudioScan II and Transparency Module lamps each have an average lifetime of 3000 hours. Lamp replacement must only be carried out by an authorized Agfa dealer. Return the scanner in its original packing to your dealer for service. Warning: Do not open the scanner housing. There are extremely sensitive components inside the scanner.
  • Page 40 Chapter 4 Caring for your scanner...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Appendix A Troubleshooting This appendix explains some common problems you may come across when starting up or using your StudioScan II. The Ready indicator on the scanner operating panel fails to light up. Check that you have removed the lock.
  • Page 42 The Macintosh does not boot. Your computer cannot find its hard disk due to a conflict with the SCSI ID numbers of the devices you have attached. Turn off the power to the scanner and unplug the cord. Disconnect all SCSI devices (except the startup disk) and connect them one by one, beginning with the scanner, to identify the device that causes the problem.

  • Page 43: Technical Information

    Appendix B Technical Information This appendix provides some technical information about your StudioScan II and Transparency Module. StudioScan II specifications Scanner type: Desktop, flat bed, one pass Optical resolution: 400 dpi horizontal x 800 dpi vertical Maximum resolution: 800 dpi x 800 dpi (gray-scale and color)
  • Page 44 Interface: SCSI-2 interface Image memory: 128 KB Transmission speed: 2 Mbyte/second Environment: Operating temperature 10° C to 40° C (50° F to 104° F) Storage temperature -25° C to 55° C (-13° F to 131° F) Relative humidity 20% to 85% Surrounding space 10 cm on each side, 15 cm at the rear side Transparency Module specifications...

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