Microtek ScanMaker 9830XL User Manual

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Page 2 The contents of this manual have been checked carefully for accuracy, and every effort has been made to ensure that there are no errors. However, Microtek makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of the contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to the contents without prior warning.
Page 3 • Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 4 When you need a repair service, unplug the scanner from the power outlet and consult qualified service personnel. • When replacement parts are required, use replacement parts that are specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 5 Positioning Multiple Templates ............ 24 The Black Plate ................25 Scanning Scenarios ................26 For PC Users Using ScanWizard-One ..........27 Scanning Photos ............... 27 Scanning Positive/Negative Film ..........30 For Mac Users Using ScanPotter ............33 ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 6 Scanner Color Calibration ..............35 Microtek Profile Maker (MPM) ............35 Installation and Startup .............. 35 Calibration Target ................35 Creating a Scanner ICC Profile ............36 Positioning the Target ..............37 Scanning the Target ..............38 Calibration Setup ..............41 Calibration and Profiling .............
Page 7 Getting to Know Your Scanner The ScanMaker 9830XL is an advanced A3 format image scanner designed for professionals across various application fields. With an optical resolution of up to 1600 dpi and USB 3.0 connectivity for fast data transfer, it offers both high- quality and efficient scanning.
Page 8 • Microtek ScanWizard One Software: A professional image scanning software designed for the Windows environment with powerful processing capabilities. It efficiently handles high-resolution images and large-format documents, enabling real-time capture of original images and meeting diverse post-processing needs.
Page 9 Taking a Closer Look Scanner lid Glass surface Vertical ruler Horizontal ruler READY indicator (Green) (U-shaped ruler) POWER indicator (Orange) Smart-Touch button (SCAN) Accessory port for connecting USB 3.0 port Power switch Power connector ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 10 Save all packing materials of the scanner, including the carton, if you have a need to transport the scanner in the future. Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents Unpack your scanner package and check for major components. ScanMaker 9830XL scanner USB 3.0 cable Power cord Power adapter ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 11 1. Visit the Microtek website at www.microtek.com. 2. Use the search function to find the product “ScanMaker 9830XL” and navigate to the “Downloads” page associated with this product. 3. Based on your operating system, download the required drivers marked as “Yes”...
Page 12 Locked When the screw has been tightened, this indicates that your scanner is locked. 4. Turn off your scanner. The scanner is now ready for transport. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 13 5. Turn on the scanner by switching the Power switch to the “I” position, and wait for the green LED light to stop blinking and stay on steady. The system will detect your scanner automatically. Now the scanner is ready for use. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 14 Media Adapter (TMA)” section for information on how to use it. The side of the Black Plate showing the “Microtek” logo should be facing up. Ensure you peel off the protective film from its surface before using the Black Plate. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 15 Unpack your TMA package and check for the major components. TMA1630 Transparent Media Adapter 35mm Slide Template (3) Black Plate (big) 35mm Filmstrip Template (3) Black Plate (small) 120 Film Template(3) 4" x 5" Film Template (2) Film Alignment Ruler ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 16 TMA and scanner stop blinking, turn the locking knob clockwise to the lock position “ ”. 4. Turn off your scanner and disconnect the TMA connector from the scanner. The TMA is ready for transport. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 17 4. Turn on the scanner by switching the Power switch to the “I” position, and wait for the green LED light to stop blinking and stay on steady. The system will detect your scanner automatically. Now the scanner and TMA are ready for use. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 18 35mm Filmstrip Template, 120 Film Template, and 4” x 5” Film Template. Use the template that correctly matches the film size for scanning. The use of the individual film templates and Film Alignment Ruler is explained in the following pages of the manual. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 19 To scan 35mm slides, use the 35mm Slide Template, which can hold up to 4 mounted 35mm slides at a time. 1. Place the 35mm Slide Template on the scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up. The Grabber is used to remove the Calibration strip...
Page 20 "Microtek" logo facing up 2. Place the 35mm Filmstrip Template containing the loaded filmstrip on the scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up. The Grabber is used to remove the...
Page 21 3. Place the 120 Film Template containing the loaded film on the scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up. Calibration strip...
Page 22 "Microtek" logo facing up 2. Place the 4" x 5" Film Template containing the loaded film on the scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up. The Grabber is used to remove the...
Page 23 U-shaped ruler located at the front of the scanner. During placement of the film, make sure that the calibration strip on the scanner glass surface is kept clear and free of obstruction at all times. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 24 At least two sets of each template are included in your TMA package for multiple placements of the templates on the scanner. The templates can be placed side by side on the scanner glass surface, as shown in the illustration below. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 25 2. A protective film covers the Black Plate during shipping and prevents it from being scratched. When peeling the protective film from the surface of the plate, be careful not to tear or bend the Black Plate. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 26 For Mac Users Using ScanPotter: • Scanning Photographs and Film: This scenario walks you through the steps for scanning both photographs and film on macOS. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 27 2. Launch ScanWizard-One by double-clicking the program icon on the desktop. The Microtek ScanWizard-One (AP) main interface appears on the screen. NOTE: The first time you launch ScanWizard-One, the ”Scan & Export” button is displayed on the interface by default. This button allows you to bypass the manual export step, directly exporting and saving the scanned images.
Page 28 You can open the folder where the exported images are stored from this window, or click ”Close” to close the window. File saving location For more detailed information on using the ScanWizard-One, please refer to the ScanWizard-One Reference Manual. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 29 Original image (RAW image) ScanWizard-One (AP) main interface Post-image editing Thumbnail area: tools Displays the contents of the currently selected folder Scan frame (enclosed by a flashing marquee) ScanWizard-One Scan Settings interface Single scan job ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 30 2. Launch ScanWizard-One by double-clicking the program icon on the desktop. The Microtek ScanWizard-One (AP) main interface appears on the screen. NOTE: By default, you launch ScanWizard-One the first time, the ”Scan & Export” button is displayed on the interface. This button allows you to bypass the manual export step, directly exporting and saving the scanned images.
Page 31 You can open the folder where the exported images are stored from this window, or click ”Close” to close the window. File saving location ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 32 Thumbnail area: tools Displays the contents of the currently selected folder r Scan frame (enclosed by a flashing marquee) Make sure the scan jobs to be scanned are checked ScanWizard-One Scan Settings interface Multiple scan jobs ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 33 7. If necessary, enhance and adjust the image quality by using the image correction tools offered in the Image Settings column. 8. If necessary, specify file settings for your output images by using the options offered in the File Saving Settings column. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 34 When done, the scanned image will be automatically saved into the folder you assigned. 10. Click the ”Show in Finder” button to locate and view the scanned image in the opened folder. Scan Settings File Saving Settings Image Settings Preview window Scan frame (enclosed by dotted lines) ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 35 Scanner Color Calibration This chapter is intended for PC users who utilize the Microtek Profile Maker (MPM) utility and IT8 color targets to generate scanner ICC profiles. Microtek Profile Maker (MPM) The Microtek Profile Maker (MPM) is a scanner calibration and profiling utility designed exclusively for Microtek scanners.
Page 36 A. Position the color calibration target on the scanner bed correctly. B. Open ScanWizard-One and capture the color calibration target image. C. Use the Microtek Profile Maker (MPM) profiling utility to create an ICC profile for your scanner. D. Load and use the resulting scanner ICC profile.
Page 37 1. Place the target face down inside the frame of the film template. 2. Position the film template with the loaded target on the scanner glass surface, ensuring the side of the template with the “Microtek” logo is facing up.
Page 38 2. Reveal all hidden windows (Preview window and Settings window). 3. Go to the ”Image Processing” panel and select ”For Microtek Profile Maker” to enable the calibration target scanning mode. Once selected, the scanner will not apply any ICC color profiles and some parameter settings will be disabled in the Scan Settings interface.
Page 39 If not, select original image (RAW image) in the thumbnail area and then export scanned image again after resetting the file format in the Export Settings dialog box. Make sure that the file format is set to TIFF with no compression ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 40 Original image (RAW image ScanWizard-One (AP) main interface Click to open the Export Settings dialog box Scan frame (enclosed by a flashing marquee) ScanWizard-One Scan Settings interface ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 41 Calibration Setup After scanning and exporting the calibration target image, launch the Microtek Profile Maker (MPM) utility to configure the necessary settings for calibration. 1. Launch Microtek Profile Maker (MPM). When launched, the Microtek Profile Maker window will appear. 2. In the opened window, click on the ”Import” button to import the calibration target image (*.tif) you just created.
Page 42 4. When done, a custom scanner ICC profile (*.icm) will be automatically saved in the ”Profiles” folder under the directory where the ScanWizard-One program is located. This profile will be selectable from the ”Scanner Profile” list box the next time ScanWizard-One is restarted. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 43 L change to a normal L mark (“ ”). mark (“ ”). Align the cursor with the small upper-right registration mark. Align the cursor with the small bottom-right registration mark. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 44 Make sure your scanner is connected to your computer and plugged into a power source. Uninstall and reinstall the ScanWizard-One or ScanPotter software. 4. After clicking scan, a blank screen appears. Make sure your scanner is unlocked. Uninstall and reinstall the ScanWizard-One or ScanPotter software. ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...
Page 45 “Positioning Transparent Materials” section of this manual. The film template should be placed correctly on the scanner glass surface, with the “Microtek” logo on the templates facing up. From the ScanWizard-One, go the Scan Settings interface, choose either the ”Positive”...
Page 46 Power Supply Voltage Manufacturer Model No. (AC/DC adapter) AC 100V to 240V MEAN WELL GST90A24 Environment Operating temperature: 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C) Relative humidity: 20% to 85% Option Device Transparent Media Adapter (Model: TMA1630) ScanMaker 9830XL User's Manual...

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