Nikon LS-1000 User Manual
Nikon LS-1000 User Manual

Nikon LS-1000 User Manual

35mm film scanner

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning the Unit 3. Parts Identification 3.1 Main Unit 3.2 Display LED 3.3 Strip Film Holder FH-2 4. Connecting the LS-1000 4.1 Before Connection 4.2 Connecting the Power Cord 4.3 Connecting the SCSI Cable 4.4 Setting the SCSI ID 5. Operation 5.1 Turning on the Power...
  • Page 2 Cautions • The reproduction of all or part of this manual without our permission is prohibited. • The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. • We have made every effort to produce a perfect manual, but should you find any mistakes, we would be grateful if you would kindly let us know.
  • Page 3 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 4 Cautions for Safety In order to use the LS-1000 safely and correctly, and to prevent problems, pay careful attention to the following points: • Use an AC power supply of 50/60Hz and a voltage of from 100V–240V. Be sure to use a power cord rated for the appropriate voltage.
  • Page 5 • Do not pull or bent the SCSI cable. This can cause the cable to break. • Do not connect or remove peripheral equipment while the power switch is on. • Do not unplug the power cord while the power switch is on. •...
  • Page 6: If You Notice Anything Abnormal

    If You Notice Anything Abnormal If unusual noise, odor or smoke occurs, switch the Unit off immediately 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.
  • Page 7 • The Unit is exposed to direct sunlight. • The Unit may be subjected to excessive vibration or physical shocks. • The atmosphere is excessively dusty. - 7 -...
  • Page 8 Transportation Precautions When transporting the Unit, pack the unit with the original package box and packing material provided by Nikon. When Taking the Unit Out of The Country The use of this product may violate local laws and restrictions in some countries.
  • Page 9 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 10: Overview

    LS-1000, please refer to the software We hope that you will find this manual helpful. 1.1 Features The LS-1000 is a film scanner capable of scanning 35mm film (color/monochrome, negative/positive) at high speed and high resolution. • 3-color, high-brightness LED illuminant, eliminating the need for illuminant maintenance •...
  • Page 11: Operating Environment

    1.2 Operating Environment Leave extra space around and above the unit to ensure smooth operation. Please refer to the drawing below for the amount of space to be provided. If possible, place a suitable cover over the unit to avoid dust accumulating when it is stored.
  • Page 12: Before Operation

    2.2 Accessories The following items are included with your LS-1000. When you open the package, check whether all the items are present. If there are any missing items, please contact your retailer immediately.
  • Page 13: Options

    2.3 Options The LS-1000 has an optional auto slide feeder, the SF-100, which enables automatic feeding of mounted 35mm slides. Notes on Use • Don’t use a slide mount neither less than 1.1mm nor more than 3.0mm thick. If the slide mount is not flat on its surface, you may feel some roughness when mounting or unmounting the slide.
  • Page 14: Cleaning The Unit

    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-1000 as this may cause a failure, fire, or electric shock. Please observe the following points: •...
  • Page 15: Parts Identification

    The film holder is inserted here. Option Connector: The SF-100 slide autofeeder is connected to this option connector. Status Display LED: Shows the scanner status. Power Switch: Directly turns the AC power on/off. Ventilation Holes: Since air is drawn in through these holes, make sure that they are not blocked by other equipment.
  • Page 16: Rear Panel

    Rear panel SCSI Connector: SCSI ID Switch: Sets the SCSI ID number. Numbers 0 to 7 AC Inlet: AC Inlet SCSI Connector SCSI ID switch - 16 - For SCSI cable connection. (No difference between IN and OUT.) are shown and valid. Connect to the AC power source with the power cord provided.
  • Page 17: Display Led

    Fast blinking (about 5 times a second): Blinks fast when an error occurs either in the LS-1000 or in communication (ERROR status). Note: The blinking cycle may sometimes be irregular, but this does not necessarily signify a product malfunction.
  • Page 18: Strip Film Holder

    3.3 Strip Film Holder FH-2 This strip film holder can be used with a strip of film containing up to six images. Holder snap Holder snap Aperture Adaptor cover Adaptor Adaptor snap - 18 - Upper holder Lower holder Aperture Lower holder concave section (Film sits here)
  • Page 19: Connecting The Ls-1000

    Before Connection Before connecting the cables, confirm that all devices, including the computer system and the LS-1000, are turned off. For an IBM PC/AT or compatible in which an SCSI board has not been installed, install an SCSI board as explained in the manual supplied with the board.
  • Page 20: Connecting The Power Cord

    4.2 Connecting the Power Cord Before connecting the power cord, confirm that the unit’s power switch is in the off position. Insert the female end of the supplied power cord into the AC inlet located on the rear panel, then insert the plug into the AC power outlet.
  • Page 21: Connecting The Scsi Cable

    4.3 Connecting the SCSI Cable Before connecting the SCSI cable, confirm that all SCSI devices, including the computer system, have been turned off. 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.
  • Page 22 If the unit is the only connected SCSI device, or if the unit is connected at the end of the SCSI chain, attach a terminator (terminal resistance) to the other SCSI connector. At this point, remove the terminator of the other SCSI device that has been placed between them.
  • Page 23: Scsi Chain Connection With Other Devices

    SCSI Chain Connection with Other Devices If the LS-1000 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 24 • 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-1000. • Terminators must be attached to the devices located at both ends of the SCSI chain.
  • Page 25: Setting The Scsi Id

    4.4 Setting the SCSI ID The SCSI ID for the LS-1000 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-1000 is different from those assigned to other SCSI devices.
  • Page 26: Operation

    After turning the power on, the LED will begin to blink to indicate scanner initialization. Remarks • To turn the LS-1000 power off, turn the host computer off first, the other SCSI devices next, and the LS-1000 last (reverse order from switching on).
  • Page 27: Film Insertion

    Note: Do not insert the mounted slide so that the width and length of the mount are reversed. If you do so, the LS-1000 will not be able to scan both sides of the mounted slide. - 27 -...
  • Page 28 The standard orientation of a mounted portrait or landscape Orientation of a landscape slide slide is shown below. (If the top and bottom are reversed, modification is possible by using the software.) Orientation of a portrait slide - 28 -...
  • Page 29 Unit. Step 1 Remove the adaptor snap and open the upper holder. Be sure the word Nikon, printed on the adaptor cover of the upper holder is facing upward. Upper holder...
  • Page 30 Step 3 Align each image of the strip film with an aperture in the lower holder. Step 4 Close the upper holder, aligning both ends of the upper holder and the lower holder. Fasten the snaps at both ends of the holder after securing the adaptor cover and fastening the adaptor's snap.
  • Page 31 1000, with placing the aperture through which the image is to be read toward the slot. The film holder can be inserted into the LS-1000 from either end. Decide the insertion direction of the film holder according to which image is to be read.
  • Page 32 Step 6 Insert the film holder until it touches the back inside wall of the unit and the mark comes in alignment with the edge of film slot. Remarks: • Do not forcefully insert the film holder. • Though the film holder is made of plastic, it will be damaged if film is forced into it.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    For details, please refer to the manual for your software. The auto slide feeder display LED does not light. • Is the LS-1000 power on? Turn on the power. • Are the LS-1000 and the auto slide feeder properly connected? Switch off the LS-1000 and re-connect. - 33 -...
  • Page 34: Appendix: Specifications

    (151 x 267.5 x 63.3mm) Weight: Approx. 4.2lbs (1.9kg) Power supply: AC 100 - 120V/AC 200 - 240V, 50/60Hz, 0.80 - 0.4A Temperature: 50˚F – 95˚F (10˚C – 35˚C) Humidity: 20% – 85% (no condensation) Options: Nikon Auto Slide Feeder SF-100 - 34 -...
  • Page 35: Index

    Index AC inlet 16 Accessories 12 Connecting 19–25 connecting the SCSI cable 21 connecting the terminator 22 preparation for 19 to other devices in an SCSI chain 23 FH-2 12, 18 adaptor snap 18 holder snap 18 Film inserting 27–34 Film slot 15 Film strips inserting 29–34...
  • Page 36 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Name: Nikon UK Limited Address: Nikon House, 380 Richmond Road, Kingston, Surrey KT2 5PR, UK declare that the product Product Name: Nikon 35mm Film Scanner LS-1000 Product Option: Auto Slide Feeder SF-100 Manufacturer’s Name: Nikon Corporation Manufacturer’s Address:...

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