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  • Page 1 Photo Scanner PictureStudio with Model PS400...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Project Center ..........................29 Slide Shows ..........................30 Collages ............................ 32 Send and Share Section ........................ 33 Export Buttons .......................... 34 Breadcrumbs ..........................34 Settings ............................35 Auto Back-up ..........................37 Trash .............................. 37 © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 2...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Do not move or disconnect the device from the computer while the device is reading or writing data. This may cause damage to the device and or the data. https://picturestudio.com/ © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 3...

  • Page 4: Downloading And Installing Picturestudio Software

    User Guide Photo Scanner Model PS400 Downloading and Installing PictureStudio Software 1. Connect the USB cable that came with your Scanner to the port on the underside of the scanner and your computer's USB port. Please use the included adapter if your computer only has USB-A ports.
  • Page 5 5. After clicking “OK”, the PictureStudio will now begin the installation process. 6. Follow the next steps to properly set up PictureStudio on your device. Once complete, click “Next” to start the Setup. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 5...
  • Page 6 When the application is launched, the PictureStudio Registration window will appear. Take this opportunity to register your product for warranty coverage and receive updates and feature enhancements notifications. After completing the requested information, click “Submit”. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 6...

  • Page 7: Initial Scanner Setup Clean And Calibrating

    Shortly after this cleaning process is complete, the user will be prompted to Calibrate the Scanner. The “Calibrate Scanner” window will open. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 7...
  • Page 8 After the initial calibration, the Scanner Settings page will open showing the current default settings. From the Settings page, you will have the ability to adjust settings, configure functionality, and integrate with other applications. (See Settings starting on Page for additional © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 8...

  • Page 9: Navigating The Picturestudio App

    Navigating the PictureStudio App The first time the App opens, click “Inbox”. PictureStudio is now ready to use. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 9...

  • Page 10: Scanning Photos

    The “Gear” next to the Scan button, provides quick access to a range of scanning options, to access the menu of options, simply click icon. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 10...

  • Page 11: Scanning Your First Photo

    Auto-scan from the Settings menu. 3. Manual scanning. Place a photo into the feed tray (face down, with the top of the photo pointed towards the bottom of the scanner). Once set, select the “Scan” button © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 11...
  • Page 12 6. The row of editing tools that appear under the selected image in the canvas, enables you to expand the canvas by collapsing the side menus, crop, rotate, Flip Vertically and horizontally, Tag, view Before & After and Delete image during the editing process. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 12...
  • Page 13 From the information box, you can change the name, location, and date of the photo. These notes and tags will help you easily find saved photos when using the search function. (see Add Tag Section for additional detail.) © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 13...

  • Page 14: Uploading Photos From Your Computer

    1. To upload a photo from your local drive, select “Upload Photo”. 2. Locate the folder and select the photos you wish to import. 3. After selecting the photos you want to import. click “Open”. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 14...

  • Page 15: Image Editing

    “Duplicate” from the menu. A replica of the selected image will be saved in the same folder. At the bottom of the canvas, in the tool bar you’ll see this icon: the Tag Icon. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 15...
  • Page 16 2. Click on any person or area in the photo and a tagging box will appear to enter a tag name. Click enter to save the tag. Tags will appear in the area you clicked on the photo. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 16...
  • Page 17 This feature enables users to organize their photos by event, location, or other criteria, making it easier to search and retrieve images in the future. To enable Batch Tagging, go to Settings > Batch Tagging and toggle to enable. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 17...
  • Page 18 You can also enable or disable Batch Scanning from the Main Screen, by selecting the Gear Icon located next to the Scan button. Once enabled, an entry box will appear, allowing you to enter your desired information. Tips for effective Batch Tagging: © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 18...
  • Page 19 Delete icon located in the canvas tool Bar. Aspect Ratio 1. Clicking Aspect Ratio opens a panel of choices. 2. For our example, select 3:2. A frame appears around the photo. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 19...
  • Page 20 In addition to being able to change the width and height, you can select px (pixels), in (inches), or cm (centimeters) from the dropdown. 1. When satisfied with your changes, click Save. 2. Click Resize Photo again to collapse the choices. Tools Panel © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 20...
  • Page 21 Filters – Choose from a selection of filters providing various effects to transform the look and feel of your photos. 1. Select a photo image from the viewer and apply a filter. 2. When you achieve the desired outcome, click Done. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 21...
  • Page 22 1. Use the showrs to select the border Thickness and Radius. 2. Click the colored square to select the Border Color. A color gradient box opens. 3. Select the desired border color, then click “Save”. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 22...
  • Page 23 Click the left and right arrows to adjust the amount of correction. Red Eye Removal – Helps remove the effect of light reflecting from the retina. Click the filter when needed to remove the effect. Tint – For special tinting effects. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 23...
  • Page 24 Colorization – Uses AI to analyze tones and infuse color into grayscale photos, revitalizing the details with a palette of colors that will feel as real as the moment they were captured. 1. Click an image to select it. 2. Click the Colorization Tool. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 24...
  • Page 25 5. Click “Continue”, to begin the colorization process. When complete, the colorized photo is added to the original folder. If “duplicate the original” was selected, the original photo will appear in the same folder alongside the colorized photo. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 25...

  • Page 26: Advance Settings

    4. Saturation: Adjusting the slider to the right increases how much of the color in the photo you want to increase. Helpful to give your photos a more vibrant feel to the © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 26...

  • Page 27: Album Creation

    When you have a need to create a new album in the viewer, there are several ways to do so, including different functions. To create a new album, you can import images from the Import button shown above or select pre-existing Images from the inbox. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 27...
  • Page 28 In doing so, you will be prompted to name this new folder. This folder will now live inside the parent Album. To add images to either folder you can select the images you like and move them to the desired location. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 28...

  • Page 29: Viewer Selection

    Project Center Transform your photos into stunning visual stores with PictureStudio’s Slide Shows and Collages. Effortlessly combine multiple photos into captivating memories. Perfect for sharing memories, celebrating events, or showcasing your creativity. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 29...

  • Page 30: Slide Shows

    3. To add text to your image, click the “Add Text” icon. An option to change fonts, sizes, and colors is available. 9. After adding and editing text, click “Done”. 10. Click the Time Lapse icon to set the desired interval between images. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 30...
  • Page 31 11. Select the time lapse between the photos. (Range: 3 to 60 seconds) 12. Select the Transition Type. (Transitions are only available on WINDOWS) Transition Types 13. Add your favorite music track. 14. Click Add to find the track on your computer. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 31...

  • Page 32: Collages

    Unleash your creativity by arranging your photos into custom collages. Choose from a variety of templates and effortlessly combine images to tell your story in a single frame. Perfect for uniquely showcasing your favorite moments! © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 32...

  • Page 33: Send And Share Section

    6. Save your photos to the inbox or selected album. Send and Share Section The Send and Share section is located on the bottom side of the right panel. This section is © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 33...

  • Page 34: Export Buttons

    On the top left of the page in the global, the user will see the destination of where you are via breadcrumbs. This will dynamically change depending on the different tabs that you click on. This can be in the form of Photo names, Setting titles etc. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 34...

  • Page 35: Settings

    Click Settings to see the comprehensive list of the settings. This information will be important when you have some photos and want to select Scanner Settings, Application Settings, and your Sharing preferences for your photos with friends, social media, and other apps. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 35...
  • Page 36 This area allows you to customize how your scanner interacts with the application, providing access to specific settings, and tools to clean and calibrate the scanner. Application Settings: This section provides control over the app’s functionality and user interface, including language preferences and application settings. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 36...

  • Page 37: Auto Back-Up

    “Configure” under Auto Back-up. Trash The Trash folder contains photos you don’t want to keep. The drop-down on the top right allows you to choose the viewing options from your deleted photos. © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 37...

  • Page 38: Additional Help

    If you click on “Select” you have the option to restore any photos to their original location where they were deleted. You can also fully Delete the selected completely from PictureStudio. Additional Help: FAQ’s: https://picturestudio.com/faqs/ Support: https://picturestudio.com/support/ Website: https://picturestudio.com/ © 2025 Ambir Technology, Inc. v.1.7 Page 38...

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