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Preface
This chapter gives you information about StudioStar ™ and about the organization of this
Owner's Guide.
Chapter 1 — Preparing the scanner
It shows you how to prepare your StudioStar for installation.
Chapter 2 — Installing the scanner
"Installing the scanner" instructs you how to set up your StudioStar for the Apple ®
Macintosh ® and for PC ™ .
Chapter 3 — Using the scanner
Chapter 3 shows you how to place your originals.
Appendix A — Using the transparency option
This appendix gives you instructions on how to connect the transparency option you may
have purchased.
Appendix B — Using the document feeder option
In this appendix you can read how to connect the document feeder option you may have
purchased.
Appendix C — Troubleshooting
"Troubleshooting" can be helpful when you come across problems that you are unable to
solve.
Appendix D — Technical information
This appendix provides technical specifications for your StudioStar.
Appendix E — Regulation compliance
It gives you information about safety regulations and electromagnetic interference.
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Page 1: Using The Scanner
It shows you how to prepare your StudioStar for installation. Chapter 2 — Installing the scanner “Installing the scanner” instructs you how to set up your StudioStar for the Apple ® Macintosh ® and for PC ™ . Chapter 3 — Using the scanner Chapter 3 shows you how to place your originals. - Page 2 Trademarks AGFA and the Agfa rhombus are registered trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert AG. AT, IBM PC, and XT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. AVA-1502P SCSI card is a trademark of Adaptec, Inc. FotoLook and StudioStar are trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert N.V.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Preface....................5 About StudioStar ........................5 Conventions.......................... - Page 4 Cleaning and replacing the guide flap................46 Roller cleaning ......................46 Appendix C — Troubleshooting................... 47 Appendix D — Technical information .................. 49 StudioStar specifications ....................... 49 Transparency option specifications..................50 Document feeder option specifications.................. 50 Appendix E — StudioStar regulation compliance............... 52 Contents...
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Page 5: Preface
If you purchased the transparency option, you can scan transparent originals (e.g. slides) as well. StudioStar is a one pass color scanner with a resolution of 600 x 1200 dpi. The image sensor is a tri- linear color CCD (Charge Coupled Device) with a cold cathode lamp. -
Page 6: Preparing The Scanner
— Chapter 1 Preparing the scanner This chapter assists you in preparing your StudioStar for installation. Unpacking the scanner Unlocking the scanner Relocking the scanner Taking a closer look Performing a power-on test Unpacking the scanner Open the packing box and carefully take out all the items. -
Page 7: Unlocking The Scanner
Unlocking the scanner The scanner’s optical box contains all optical components and rides back and forth during the scan. A carriage lock holds it in place during shipment. You have to push up this carriage lock before powering up the scanner. Place the scanner on a horizontal, flat surface and pull it forwards until you can see the carriage lock on the underside. -
Page 8: Relocking The Scanner
Relocking the scanner If you need to transport the scanner over long distances, you should first pull down the carriage lock. This will protect the scanner’s optical assembly from possible damage. Place the scanner on a horizontal, flat surface and pull it forwards until you can see the carriage lock on the underside. -
Page 9: Taking A Closer Look
Now that you have the scanner out of the box, take a closer look so that you become familiar with its parts. The figures illustrate the locations of the different parts of your StudioStar. Chapter 1 — Preparing the scanner... - Page 10 glass plate adjustable document cover rulers power indicator (green) ready indicator (yellow) transparency indicator (yellow) power switch power connector 25-pin SCSI connector 50-pin SCSI connector female DB 15-pin connector (for connecting the transparency option or the document feeder option) Chapter 1 — Preparing the scanner...
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Page 11: Performing A Power-On Test
Performing a power-on test You are now ready to perform a power-on test to check if the scanner is operating correctly. Check whether you have unlocked the scanner. Connect the power cable to the scanner. Make sure that you are using the correct power cable for the voltage in your area. Double- check whether the voltage indicated on the back panel of the scanner corresponds with the voltage in your area. -
Page 12: Installing The Scanner
Chapter 2 — Installing the scanner This chapter shows you how to set up your StudioStar with your Apple Macintosh or PC. Minimum hardware requirements and recommendations Environmental requirements Precautions Cleaning your scanner SCSI devices Installation for the Apple Macintosh... -
Page 13: Environmental Requirements
Some Adaptec cards require a special SCSI cable. Contact your supplier for the proper cable. When you don't use the SCSI interface card that is supplied with your StudioStar, you should review your PC's documentation with respect to installing SCSI interface cards. -
Page 14: Precautions
If you need service, our dealer and service offices are available to help you. Handle your StudioStar and its options with care: the glass plates are fragile. There is no warranty on breaking the glass plates and your dealer is non liable for consequential damages. -
Page 15: Scsi Devices
SCSI devices StudioStar is a Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) device. It communicates with your computer by using the SCSI-2 standard. The SCSI communication standard allows you to have up to seven peripheral devices connected to your computer. Before connecting the SCSI devices you should always make sure that your computer and all SCSI devices are switched off. -
Page 16: Installation For The Apple Macintosh
Installation for the Apple Macintosh This section shows you how to set up your StudioStar with your Macintosh computer. You must first choose and set a SCSI ID number, then connect the scanner to your Macintosh, and finally test the connection. - Page 17 Check if SCSI ID number 2 is free. Your StudioStar is preset to ID 2. If SCSI ID number 2 is free, click OK to close the SCSI ID Checker. If SCSI ID number 2 is already assigned, you need to set the scanner to a free SCSI ID number.
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Page 18: Connecting The Scanner
SCSI chain. Please check the documentation of each of your SCSI devices if you are not sure whether the device has a built-in terminator. Your StudioStar has no built-in terminator. If your StudioStar is the only SCSI device to be connected to your Apple Macintosh: Place the terminator on the 50-pin connector of the scanner. - Page 19 If your StudioStar will be connected to your Apple Macintosh together with other SCSI devices: If you install the scanner at the end of your SCSI chain: Remove the terminator from the last device in the SCSI chain. Connect the 50-pin end of the SCSI cable to the connector that has become available on this device.
- Page 20 If you install the scanner between two other devices: Disconnect your SCSI cable from one of these two devices. Connect the free end of this SCSI cable to the scanner. Connect the 50-pin end of the SCSI cable (the one supplied with your scanner) to the other adjacent SCSI device.
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Page 21: Testing The Connection
Caution: Check if the scanner is properly unlocked. Connect the power cable to the scanner. Use the correct power cord for the voltage in your area. StudioStar automatically adjusts to any AC electrical outlet rated from 100V to 240V. Caution: Make sure that you are using the correct power cable for the voltage in your area. -
Page 22: Installation For The Pc
Installation for the PC This section shows you how to set up your StudioStar with your PC. You can find information on which SCSI interface card to use, instructions for connecting the scanner to your PC and instructions for testing the connection. - Page 23 Note: For additional information about the installation of the SCSI card, please refer to the documentation on the AGFA scanner CD-ROM. If your PC already has a SCSI interface card, you can extend your network. The scanner software supplied with StudioStar supports ASPI-compatible SCSI interface cards. Note: Please check the following documentation: The Read Me file on the PC scanner driver software disk for up-to-date information.
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Page 24: Choosing A Scsi Id Number
Choosing a SCSI ID number Before you connect your StudioStar to your PC, you have to find out which SCSI ID numbers are already assigned and which numbers are free. To do this, you can use the SCSI ID checker utility. - Page 25 Push above or underneath the SCSI ID number until you see the number you want. Push above the SCSI ID number to decrease the number, push underneath the SCSI ID number to increase the number. Close the SCSI ID checker utility. Chapter 2 —...
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Page 26: Connecting The Scanner
“Installation for the Apple Macintosh: Connecting the scanner”. If your PC has a 50-pin connector and your StudioStar is the only SCSI device to be connected to your PC: Set the scanner to an unused SCSI ID number between 1 and 6. - Page 27 Chapter 2 — Installing the scanner...
- Page 28 If your PC has a 50-pin connector and your StudioStar will be connected to your PC together with other SCSI devices: If you install the scanner at the end of your SCSI chain: Set the scanner to an unused SCSI ID number between 1 and 6.
- Page 29 If you install the scanner between two other devices: Caution: In this configuration you are not allowed to put the terminator on the scanner. Disconnect the two devices between which you want to install the scanner. Set the scanner to an unused SCSI ID number between 1 and 6. For more information, see “Choosing a SCSI ID number”...
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Page 30: Testing The Connection
Testing the connection You are now ready to perform a test to check if the scanner is correctly connected to your PC. Caution: Check if the scanner is properly unlocked. Connect the power cable to the scanner. Make sure that you are using the correct power cable for the voltage in your area. Check if the SCSI cable is properly connected. -
Page 31: Placing Reflective Originals
Chapter 3 — Using the scanner This chapter tells you how to place transparent and reflective originals on your scanner. Placing reflective originals Placing reflective originals in your document feeder option Placing transparent originals Placing reflective originals You can place a reflective original directly on the scanner’s glass plate. The following steps explain how to position your reflective original on your scanner. -
Page 32: Placing Transparent Originals
Placing transparent originals Caution: Always use the template for scanning transparent originals. Make sure that the calibration slit is not covered by the transparent original and that it is clean. You need the transparency option to scan transparent originals. You use it as follows: Install the transparency option: refer to Appendix A, “Using the transparency option”... -
Page 33: Appendix A - Using The Transparency Option
Appendix A — Using the transparency option The transparency option is an optional item that allows you to scan transparencies. This appendix describes the procedure for installing the transparency option if you have bought one for your StudioStar. Unpacking the transparency option Unlocking the transparency option... -
Page 34: Unlocking The Transparency Option
Unlocking the transparency option Unlock the transparency option before connecting it to the scanner. Locate the locking screw at the base of the transparency option. Turn the hand screw clockwise. Your transparency option is unlocked. Connecting the transparency option Check if your scanner and your transparency option are properly unlocked. Turn off your scanner. - Page 35 Lower the transparency option. Appendix A — Using the transparency option...
- Page 36 Connect the male DB 15-pin connector of the transparency option to the female DB 15-pin connector at the rear of the scanner. Place the template that came with your transparency option on the glass plate as shown in the figure. Caution: Make sure that the clear opening rectangle of the template faces the front of the scanner and is not covered by the transparent originals.
- Page 37 The transparency option is ready for use. Turn your scanner on. 10. Turn your computer on. Appendix A — Using the transparency option...
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Page 38: Appendix B - Using The Document Feeder Option
Roller cleaning About your document feeder option The ADF Automatic Document Feeder is a companion sheet feeder for your StudioStar. It allows automatic scanning of up to 10 sheets. The dimension of the document can be as large as 8.5" x 14". -
Page 39: Installing The Document Feeder Option
Installing the document feeder option Checkout The ADF is delivered in assembled form, ready to be mounted onto the scanner. The first thing to do is to make sure you have everything you are supposed to. Open the packing box and take out all the items. The ADF package includes the ADF and the Warranty Card. - Page 40 Appendix B — Using the document feeder option...
- Page 41 Connect the male DB 15-pin connector of the document feeder option to the female DB 15- pin connector at the rear of the scanner. Secure the connector by tightening its retaining screws. After the ADF is securely attached, swing the paper support up to over 60 degrees. The paper support should stay in the raised position by itself.
- Page 42 10. Raise the transportation module. Appendix B — Using the document feeder option...
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Page 43: Operating The Document Feeder Option
11. Check the transparent guide flap on the base. Make sure one part of the guide flap is securely attached to the base. guide flap 12. Close the ADF. 13. Turn your scanner on. 14. Turn your computer on. Software like OmniPage Limited Edition makes it possible to convert the scanned sheets of text into most of the commercially used text file formats. -
Page 44: Paper Loading
Paper loading Before loading the ADF, check to see if the transparent guide flap is firmly attached in place, and the protective film is removed as described in “Installing the document feeder option” . If it is not, scanned documents will jam up against the base of the feeder, rather than being moved into the output tray. -
Page 45: Correcting Paper Jams
Correcting paper jams To remove jammed pages: Press the ADF locking button. The ADF transportation module is disengaged. Lift the transportation module, then grasp both free corners of the jammed sheet and pull it out slowly. Lower the ADF transportation module down and snap to close it. Appendix B —... -
Page 46: Maintaining The Document Feeder Option
Maintaining the document feeder option Cleaning and replacing the guide flap The guide flap on the underside of the ADF keeps documents at the correct scanning position and guides them into the output tray after scanning. To prevent printing ink and other contaminants from accumulating on the flap and interfering with image quality, wipe it periodically with an ink-free cloth or swab cotton swab moistened with industrial alcohol. -
Page 47: Appendix C - Troubleshooting
Appendix C — Troubleshooting This appendix explains some common problems you may come across when starting up or using your StudioStar. The computer screen displays scanner calibration error. The calibration slit is covered by your transparent original. You did not use the template or you used it incorrectly. - Page 48 The ready indicator light (yellow) on the scanner’s operating panel remains blinking or goes off after the power-up sequence. (= 15 seconds) A malfunction has been detected by the scanner. Check if you have unlocked the scanner. If this can not be the problem please contact your dealer.
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Page 49: Appendix D - Technical Information
Appendix D — Technical information This appendix provides some technical information about your StudioStar, about the transparency option and about the document feeder option. StudioStar specifications Transparency option specifications Document feeder option specifications StudioStar specifications Scanner type: Desktop, flatbed, one pass... -
Page 50: Transparency Option Specifications
Interface: SCSI-2 interface, 25-pin and 50-pin SCSI- connector Transmission speed: 2 Mb/s Environment: 10 °C to 40 °C (50 F to 104 F) - operating temperature - relative humidity 20% to 85% 10 cm (4") on each side, 15 cm (6") at the - surrounding space rear side Transparency option specifications... - Page 51 Physical: 298 mm x 468 mm (11.73" x 18.42") - footprint: - input tray height: 77 mm (3.03") Dimensions: - length: 435 mm (17") - height: 77 mm (3") - weight: 2.3 kg (5.0 lb.) Power supply: from the scanner Operating conditions: 10 °C to 40 °C (50 F to 104 F) - temperature...
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Page 52: Appendix E - Studiostar Regulation Compliance
Appendix E — StudioStar regulation compliance Safety regulations Electromagnetic interference Safety regulations StudioStar and its options are designed to comply with: UL 1950-D3 CSA C22.2 No. 950 - M89 D3 VDE 805 IEC 950 GS approved CSA c22.2 No. 950-M89... - Page 53 Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden. Die Steck dose sollte nahe dem Gerät und leicht zugänglich sein. Electromagnetic interference StudioStar is designed to comply with: VDE 0871, class B VDE 0875, level N FCC 20718, part 15, subpart B, class B Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement.
- Page 54 Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques (de la classe B) prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada. Appendix E — StudioStar regulation compliance...