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KODAK PROFESSIONAL
HR 500 Film Scanner
P192_0016HC
Operator's Guide
Part No. 6B6377
P015

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  • Page 1 KODAK PROFESSIONAL HR 500 Film Scanner P192_0016HC Operator’s Guide Part No. 6B6377 P015...
  • Page 2 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2000 - 2001 All rights reserved. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without permission from Eastman Kodak Company.
  • Page 3 Unpacking Instructions for the KODAK PROFESSIONAL HR 500 Film Scanner CAUTION: The HR 500 Film Scanner weighs almost 120 lbs (54,5 kg). Two people are needed to safely lift the scanner from the box. Be sure the table for the scanner: •...
  • Page 4 August 2001...

  • Page 5: Regulatory Information

    (2) 200-240 V 50/60 Hz 3.15 A / 250 V / T CAUTION: Double pole / neutral fusing. ATTENTION: Double pôle / fusible sur le neutre. ACHTUNG: Zweipolige bzw. Neutralleiter - Sicherung! CAUTION: The Kodak Professional HR 500 Film Scanner uses double pole/ neutral fusing. August 2001...
  • Page 6 Regulatory Information Electrical Hazard Symbol French: Symbole de Danger Électrique German: Elektrisches Gefahrensymbol CAUTION: Risk of electrical shock. Test before touching. French: ATTENTION: Danger D’ Électrocution. Vérifier avant de toucher. German: VORSICHT: Gefahr von elektrischem Schlag. Vor Berührung prüfen. Mechanical Hazard Symbol French: Symbole de Danger Mécanique German:...

  • Page 7: Warranty Information

    States, the terms and conditions of the new equipment warranty are provided by the Kodak company in the country in which the sale is finalized, or by a Kodak- appointed distributor in those countries where Kodak does not have direct sales representation.
  • Page 8 Kodak. Such damages, for which Kodak is not responsible, include, but are not limited to,...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Regulatory Information........................... v Cautionary Symbols ........................v Warranty Information ........................vii About This Guide ..........................xi Using This Guide ..........................xi Introduction and Overview ........................1-1 Product Description ........................1-1 Features and Benefits ........................1-2 Before You Begin .........................1-3 Equipment Overview ........................1-4 Recommended Configuration of the Host Computer..............1-5 Film Sizes .............................1-6 Connecting and Operating the Scanner....................2-1...
  • Page 10 Contents Appendix D: Using the Long Roll Accessory ..................D-1 Installing the Software for the Long Roll Accessory ..............D-2 Installing or Removing the Long Roll Accessory ................. D-5 Punch Sensors .......................... D-14 Setting the Punch Reader Height for the Current Film Size ............D-14 Appendix D-1: Calibrating the Sensor Offsets ................

  • Page 11: About This Guide

    Chapter 2 Connecting and Operating the Scanner—connecting the Kodak Professional HR 500 Film Scanner to the host computer, starting up the scanner, preparing to scan an image, performing a scan and shutting down the scanner Chapter 3 Validating the Scanner—instructions for using the Service and...
  • Page 12 About This Guide August 2001...

  • Page 13: Introduction And Overview

    • film sizes Product Description The Kodak Professional HR 500 Film Scanner is designed to quickly generate high-resolution digital images from photographic negatives and positives. The scanner accepts films ranging from 35 mm to 70 mm widths, including 46 mm width film and the 120 series formats, with up to 90 mm frame lengths.

  • Page 14: Features And Benefits

    • compatibility with familiar software, such as – Kodak Professional Digital Print Production Software (DP2) – Kodak Professional HR 500 TWAIN Data Source, which can be used with any TWAIN-compliant program • compatibility with familiar hardware, such as Kodak Professional Digital...

  • Page 15: Before You Begin

    Changing from scanning a long roll to scanning a cut negative You can manipulate scanned images using a program such as the Kodak Professional Digital Print Production Software (DP2) or the Kodak Professional HR 500 TWAIN Data Source before sending the images to your digital printer. August 2001...

  • Page 16: Equipment Overview

    Introduction and Overview Equipment Overview Front View K-number is visible when this door is open P192_0016HC Rear View Serial Number XXX latch release dataplate includes power switch screw serial number P192_0019HC August 2001...

  • Page 17: Recommended Configuration Of The Host Computer

    NOTES: The hardware configuration is a minimum; for higher performance, a high speed and larger memory capacity machine is required. The SCSI board must be dedicated to running only the HR 500 Film Scanner. A SCSI cable connects the host computer to the scanner. This interface enables the transfer of digital image data from the scanner to the host computer.

  • Page 18: Film Sizes

    Introduction and Overview Film Sizes Commonly available color negative, color reversal (positive), and black-and-white films are supported by the scanner. The scanner accepts these film sizes: • 35 mm – standard perforated format – un-perforated, up to 60 mm frame length •...

  • Page 19: Connecting And Operating The Scanner

    Connecting and Operating the Scanner This chapter gives instructions for: • preparing the host computer • connecting the Kodak Professional HR 500 Film Scanner to the host computer • starting up the scanner system • preparing to scan an image •...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Scanner

    Connecting and Operating the Scanner Connecting the Scanner CAUTION: Make sure the setting on the AC input module on the back of the scanner agrees with the power source. AC input module P192_0019HC The AC input module is factory-set to 115 V AC (60 Hz) as labeled. The accessories shipped with your scanner include two 220 V fuses (3.15 amps) to convert the scanner to 220 V operation.
  • Page 21 Connecting and Operating the Scanner Changing the AC Input Voltage Setting and the Fuses If needed, change the AC input voltage setting (voltage selector switch) and both fuses from 115 V AC to 220 V AC operation: 1. Make sure the power cord is removed from the scanner. locking tab voltage selector switch 2.
  • Page 22 Connecting and Operating the Scanner 5. Remove the two 115 V AC (6.3 amp) fuses and replace them with the 220 V AC (3.15 amp) fuses. Make sure the arrows are pointing up. fuse arrow fuse in holder 6. Close the AC input module. August 2001...

  • Page 23: Attaching The Cables

    Connecting and Operating the Scanner Attaching the Cables CAUTION: In the next step, avoid forcing the cable pins when plugging the cable into the scanner. You need a straight-blade screwdriver to complete the attachment of the cable to the scanner. 1.

  • Page 24: Starting Up The Scanner System

    Connecting and Operating the Scanner Starting Up the Scanner System NOTE: If the scanner’s power has been on and the scanner has been calibrated, continue with Operating the Scanner beginning on page 2-8. IMPORTANT: Before operating the scanner in a production environment for the first time, validate that the scanner is working properly.
  • Page 25 Connecting and Operating the Scanner Powering up the Scanner and the Host Computer 1. Turn on the scanner’s power switch. NOTE: The green LED light on the scanner indicates only that AC power is supplied to the scanner, not that the system is ready. Three sets of beeps will sound (first set: one beep;...

  • Page 26: Operating The Scanner

    Connecting and Operating the Scanner Operating the Scanner Setting the Magnification and Calibrating the Scanner Use your host computer’s scanner software to do this procedure. NOTE: The terminology used in your scanner software may differ from that used in this document. Refer to the software manual’s instructions for performing specific operations such as calibrating the scanner and setting the magnification.
  • Page 27 Connecting and Operating the Scanner 2. Make sure the red handle is in the correct position—either negative or positive—for scanning a negative or a mounted slide (positive). IMPORTANT: If you changed the setting of the balance filter, you must calibrate the scanner before continuing. See Setting the Magnification and Calibrating the Scanner on page 2-8.
  • Page 28 Connecting and Operating the Scanner Inserting a Negative or Mounted Slide in the Scanner Select the appropriate film holder for the negative or mounted slide you will be scanning. Preparing a Carded Negative IMPORTANT: For best focus, use the film holder that is closest to the size of the opening in the aperture card.
  • Page 29 Connecting and Operating the Scanner Preparing an Uncarded Negative Wear clean, cotton gloves when handling the negative. Illuminate the negative with a light box or hold the negative up to the light to view and align the negative. 1. Identify the emulsion side of the negative. The emulsion side is the dull side of the negative.
  • Page 30 Connecting and Operating the Scanner Placing the Film Holder in the Scanner 1. Hold the film holder guide so the top handle faces the back of the scanner. Center the film holder between the two rails of the film holder guide. 2.

  • Page 31: Shutting Down The Scanner

    Connecting and Operating the Scanner Focusing With the negative or mounted slide installed in the scanner, use the software installed on your host computer to focus the scanner. IMPORTANT: The need for focusing is partially dependent on the “depth of field.” When the magnification is lower—for example, 0.5—the depth of field is greater and the focus tolerance is high.
  • Page 32 Connecting and Operating the Scanner 2-14 August 2001...

  • Page 33: Validating The Scanner

    Validating the Scanner This chapter includes instructions for using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) and Adobe Photoshop software to validate that the scanner functions properly. NOTES: For more information about using the Service and Assembly module software on the host computer, see Appendix A. Before scanning for the first time, set up a folder (on your host computer) for your work.
  • Page 34 Validating the Scanner 2. Perform a backup of the scanner files: a. Click the Backup tab. b. Click Backup. August 2001...

  • Page 35: Setting The Magnification

    Validating the Scanner Setting the Magnification 1. Click the Mag/Focus tab. 2. Select a Chosen Magnification of 1.00. 3. Click Do Magnification. The lens moves into position. August 2001...

  • Page 36: Calibrating The Scanner

    Validating the Scanner Calibrating the Scanner 1. Click the Calibrate/Image Processing tab. make sure this is selected 2. For the purposes of validating the scanner, make sure the values on the Calibrate/Image Processing tab match the values shown on the sample. The sample is a representation of the default values.

  • Page 37: Making A Test Scan

    Validating the Scanner Making a Test Scan Before you scan an image, you must identify the area to be scanned and the file that will contain the scanned image. 1. Click the Capture tab. 2. Enter the file information: a. Click Browse. b.
  • Page 38 Validating the Scanner 3. Use the table below only as a starting point for determining Scan Area values. NOTE: Keep the Line Offset (y): at the default value of 0 and keep Pixel Summing at the default value of 1:1. IMPORTANT: The Pixel Offset must be greater than or equal to the first calibrated pixel and # Pixels must be less than or equal to the last calibrated pixel minus the first calibrated pixel.

  • Page 39: Autofocusing

    Validating the Scanner Autofocusing 1. Install a negative or mounted slide in the scanner. (See Selecting the Negative or Positive Balancing Filter on page 2-8.) 2. Click the Mag/Focus tab. 3. Click Do AutoFocus. August 2001...

  • Page 40: Scanning The Image

    8. Check that the image appears as you expected. 9. If the image does not appear as you expected, repeat this procedure, making sure you follow the instructions exactly. Then if you still do not get the expected results, contact your Kodak representative. August 2001...

  • Page 41: Maintaining The Equipment

    Maintaining the Equipment This chapter contains procedures to be done by the person who is responsible for maintenance of the Kodak Professional HR 500 Film Scanner. Items required for maintenance are: Kodak camel’s-hair brush (provided) • dry, untreated microfiber cleaning cloth •...

  • Page 42: Cleaning The Lens

    Maintaining the Equipment Cleaning the Lens IMPORTANT: Wear white cotton gloves for this procedure to prevent oils and dirt from being absorbed into the microfiber cleaning cloth. 1. Use the software installed on your host computer to set the magnification to 2.00, which positions the lens as near to the front of the scanner as possible.
  • Page 43 4. If an artifact remains after cleaning the light bar, check the light bar with a magnifying glass for damage, such as a scratch or a chip. If there is damage to the light bar, contact your Kodak representative for service. August 2001...

  • Page 44: Replacement Procedures

    White cotton gloves are required for this procedure. One spare lamp is provided with the scanner. IMPORTANT: Use only the GE ELC Lamp with the HR 500 Film Scanner (see Appendix B: Ordering Accessories and Supplies). It is not necessary to power down the scanner before changing the lamp.
  • Page 45 Maintaining the Equipment lamp Hot Surface symbol leads socket thumbscrews lamp cover P192_0023GC 2. Loosen the thumbscrews on the lamp cover and pull the cover straight out. When you remove the cover, the safety switch is released, removing power to the lamp socket.
  • Page 46 Maintaining the Equipment Replacing the (Round) Balance Filters IMPORTANT: The balance filters are made of glass and are expensive to replace. They are not included in the product warranty or service contract. Use care when handling the balance filters. Wear white cotton gloves for this procedure. It is not necessary to power down the scanner before changing the balance filters.
  • Page 47 Maintaining the Equipment 3. Position the red balance-filter selection handle of the balance-filter assembly in the center. CAUTION: Use care with the IR filter. It is not secured in place. (For more information about the IR filter, see Replacing the (Square) IR Filter on page 4-8.) 4.
  • Page 48 Maintaining the Equipment Replacing the (Square) IR Filter IMPORTANT: The IR filter is made of glass and is expensive to replace. It is not included in the product warranty or service contract. Use care when handling the IR filter. Wear white cotton gloves for this procedure. It is not necessary to power down the scanner before changing the IR filter.
  • Page 49 Maintaining the Equipment 3. Position the red balance-filter selection handle of the balance-filter assembly in the center. 4. Hold the red handle and pull the assembly straight out from the scanner. 5. Push the IR filter up from below the filter assembly. 6.
  • Page 50 Maintaining the Equipment 4-10 August 2001...

  • Page 51: Appendix A: Using The Service And Assembly Module (Sam

    There are also service and diagnostics functions that should be used only with the assistance of a Kodak service representative. Functions supported by the SAM software are: setting a magnification •...

  • Page 52: Installing The Service And Assembly Module (Sam) Software

    Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Installing the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Software 1. Load the SAM CD. 2. Run setup.exe from the SAM CD. 3. Respond to the prompts in the installation program. You must provide the program location and the name of the program menu item.

  • Page 53: Using The Operations Controls

    Using the Operations Controls If the Operations window does not appear, select View->Operations Controls. IMPORTANT: The Diagnostics, Sensors, Drives, and Transfer tabs are not needed for user functions. Use these tabs only at the request of your Kodak support representative. August 2001...
  • Page 54 Performing the Functions on the Mag/Focus Tab IMPORTANT: Magnification Calibration should be done only with the guidance of a Kodak support representative. From the Operations window, click the Mag/Focus tab when you need to set the magnification (position of the lens) or do an autofocus.
  • Page 55 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Setting the Magnification 1. On the Mag/Focus tab, select the Chosen Magnification. The value can be between 0.5 and 2.0. The scanner’s software maintains an internal Mag/Focus position table that associates a motor position for each of the possible magnification values. 2.
  • Page 56 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Performing the Functions on the Calibrate/Image Processing Tab From the Operations window, click the Calibrate/Image Processing tab when you need to calibrate the scanner. August 2001...
  • Page 57 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Setting Image Processing Parameters 1. Select the Data Path. 2. Select the LUT Selected. 3. Select the Dmin Settings. 4. Select the Colors Selected. 5. Select: Enable Dark and Gain Corrections • Enable Defective Pixel Conceal •...
  • Page 58 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Using the Capture Tab From the Operations window, click the Capture tab when you need to perform a scan. August 2001...

  • Page 59: Setting The Scan Area

    Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Setting the Scan Area To set the Scan Area, enter values for: # Pixels (valid values range from 1 through 6002); for fastest scanning, enter • a value of 1000 Pixel Offset (valid values range from 0 through 6001) •...
  • Page 60 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) Using the Miscellaneous Tab Clicking the Miscellaneous tab on the Operations window lets you: turn the lamp on and off • • reset the lamp timer to zero • reboot the scanner • initialize the scanner get the scanner time •...
  • Page 61 From the Operations window, click the Backup tab when you need to perform either a backup or restore of the scanner files. Click Backup to back up scanner files. • CAUTION: Use Restore only when recommended by a Kodak support person. Click Restore to copy backed up files to the scanner. •...
  • Page 62 Using the Service and Assembly Module (SAM) A-12 August 2001...

  • Page 63: Appendix B: Ordering Accessories And Supplies

    Appendix B: Ordering Accessories and Supplies Accessories Item Description Order Number Manual: Operator’s Guide for the Kodak Professional HR 500 Film 6B6377 Scanner Kodak Professional HR 500 Scanner Long Roll Accessory 158 5496 Kodak Professional HR 500 35mm Scanner Strip Gate...

  • Page 64: Supplies

    Ordering Accessories and Supplies Supplies Item Description Order Number GE ELC Lamp 106 3189 Microfiber Cleaning Cloths 980 4014 e-wipes Available from: Photographic Solutions, Inc. Phone: (800) 637-3212; Fax: (508) 759-9699 August 2001...

  • Page 65: Appendix C: Scanner Specifications

    The scanner location relative to the host workstation is limited by the SCSI interface cable length; if you are using a cable stocked by Kodak, this distance is 2 meters or less. Longer cables are not supported for use with the scanner.
  • Page 66 Scanner Specifications August 2001...

  • Page 67: Appendix D: Using The Long Roll Accessory

    Appendix D: Using the Long Roll Accessory The Kodak Professional HR 500 Film Scanner Long Roll Accessory lets you scan rolls of 35 mm-, 46 mm-, 70 mm-, and 120/220-size edited film. For the highest quality scans: • before scanning, to reduce the chance of artifacts, clean the film with Super...

  • Page 68: Installing The Software For The Long Roll Accessory

    2. If the version numbers for either the SAM diagnostic software or firmware are higher than what is now installed on your scanner, follow the instructions on the Web site to download the newer versions of SAM and the HR 500 firmware.
  • Page 69 2. Make sure the File Type is Firmware (W). 3. Click Browse (in the Service Files area) and find the .zip file that you downloaded from KODAK.COM (example: HR500\Px01_700.zip). 4. Click Open. 5. Make sure the Scanner Directory is set to Current.
  • Page 70 Using the Long Roll Accessory 7. When the transfer is complete, select the Backup tab and click Backup. 8. When the backup is complete, exit SAM. August 2001...

  • Page 71: Installing Or Removing The Long Roll Accessory

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Installing or Removing the Long Roll Accessory IMPORTANT: Because of manufacturing tolerances, aperture plates and Long Roll Accessories cannot be interchanged. If your lab has more than one Long Roll Accessory, you may want to use labels with the same colors or numbers to identify aperture plates with the associated Long Roll Accessory.
  • Page 72 Using the Long Roll Accessory Preparing the Scanner for the Long Roll Accessory You must remove the film holder guide from the scanner before you install the Long Roll Accessory. thumbscrews captive screw film holder guide P192_1539BCA P192_1539BC CAUTION: As indicated in Step 1 below, make sure the scanner is powered OFF.
  • Page 73 Using the Long Roll Accessory CAUTION: Use canned or pressurized air to remove any dust or debris from the connector. 2 mounting screws connector 2 guide pins P192_1540BCA connector P192_1540BC 4. Inspect and remove any dust and debris from the connector. 5.
  • Page 74 Using the Long Roll Accessory Attaching the Long Roll Accessory to the Scanner CAUTION: Make sure the scanner is powered OFF. 1. Grasp the large rectangular opening to lift and remove the Long Roll Accessory from the shipping box. tension arm toward pressure roller rear of scanner housing toward you...
  • Page 75 Using the Long Roll Accessory CAUTION: Avoid hitting the light bar and the safety switch on the scanner. 4. Center the alignment blocks on the Long Roll Accessory between the two dowel pins on the scanner. alignment block dowel pin Long Roll Accessory P192_1542BC 5.
  • Page 76 Using the Long Roll Accessory CAUTION: When installing the mounting screws in the next step, use care to avoid • dropping the screws inside the scanner • cross threading the screws mounting screws rear mounting slotted screw screw P192_1543BCA P192_1543BC 6.
  • Page 77 Using the Long Roll Accessory Latching and Unlatching the Gate Actuator Be sure you know how to latch and unlatch the gate actuator before installing the aperture plate. The gate actuator must be in the unlatched position for film loading and in the latched position for scanning.
  • Page 78 Using the Long Roll Accessory Installing the Aperture Plate IMPORTANT: To power on the scanner without error, an aperture plate must be installed, latched, and locked. 1. Choose the aperture plate corresponding to the film format you will be scanning. lettering on left side P192_1544ACA P192_1544AC...
  • Page 79 Using the Long Roll Accessory 4. Center the aperture plate on the lamphouse cover. aperture plate P192_1547ACA P192_1547AC 5. Gently lower the aperture plate and, when you feel resistance, push until it is secured. Removing the Long Roll Accessory from the Scanner It may be necessary to remove the Long Roll Accessory from the scanner.

  • Page 80: Punch Sensors

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Punch Sensors The punch (data hole) sensors are set up at the factory for negative-type film and require no adjustment during the installation procedure. If you will be scanning film that has a significantly higher or lower D-min from negative film, such as black- and-white film or color positive film, see Determining and Setting the Trigger Points on page D-34.
  • Page 81 Using the Long Roll Accessory Adjusting the Core Locator Height on the Spindle The spindles on the Long Roll Accessory have core locators to accommodate different film sizes. detent for 35 mm detent for core locator 46 mm detent for 120/220 mm detent for 70 mm...
  • Page 82 Using the Long Roll Accessory Loading and Threading Film IMPORTANT: Careful handling of film is extremely important. Before loading film, clean the film with Super Film Cleaner or an equivalent cleaner that has ionized air and particle transfer rollers (PTR). Use canned air to clean the punch readers before threading film.
  • Page 83 Using the Long Roll Accessory 2. If you are using either thin reels or core only, install the flanges on the spindles with the appropriate side up. Threading the Film 1. Position the film with the data holes down and the emulsion toward the imager.
  • Page 84 Using the Long Roll Accessory 2. Install the film on the spindle. idler arm spindle drive roller clamp aperture P192_1551BCA P192_1551BC 3. Thread the film: a. around the idler arm b. around the drive roller c. between the aperture and the clamp, keeping the film in the track (grasp the film on either side to locate the film in the track) d.
  • Page 85 Using the Long Roll Accessory 4. After the film is threaded, pull the gate actuator forward to latch it against the aperture plate. Move the locking arm to the left (locked position). P192_1552GCA P192_1552GC Setting the Punch Reader Height 1. Open SAM. 2.
  • Page 86 Using the Long Roll Accessory 3. Select View>Film Controls. 4. Click Load Film. A dialog box appears. 5. Click OK. 6. In preparation for the reader height adjustment, click Fast Fwrd>> to advance the film approximately 10 feet, then click <<Rewind to reverse the film the same distance.
  • Page 87 Using the Long Roll Accessory Installing the Adjustment Tool 1. Locate the left and right adjusting screws on either side of the aperture plate. 2. Install the height adjustment tool in the right or left adjusting screw. NOTE: You will install the adjusting tool in each adjusting screw; whether it is the left or right screw is determined by which punch reader you adjust first.
  • Page 88 Using the Long Roll Accessory Visually Checking the Punch Reader Height 1. Look at the small blue light located in the notch at the top of the punch reader, which is below the pressure rollers and adjacent to the edge of the aperture. The blue light should be in line with the punches in the film.
  • Page 89 4. From SAM, turn the lamp on. When the above procedures have been completed, you can begin scanning. Use your Kodak Professional Digital Print Production Software (DP2) (help is included) to produce quality scans. IMPORTANT: Remember to recalibrate the scanner for each roll of film. Use a camel’s hair brush and canned air to remove dirt or dust from the...

  • Page 90: Appendix D-1: Calibrating The Sensor Offsets

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Appendix D-1: Calibrating the Sensor Offsets IMPORTANT: Do this procedure only if you will be using SAM to operate the scanner. Do this procedure twice, once for the left sensor and once for the right sensor. For best visibility, use the largest film format you have.
  • Page 91 Using the Long Roll Accessory 4. In SAM, select View>Film Controls. 5. Click Load Film. 6. When the dialog box appears, click OK. August 2001 D-25...
  • Page 92 Using the Long Roll Accessory Setting the Lens Magnification 1. If the Operations window is not visible in SAM, select View>Operations Controls. 2. Select 1.00 as the Chosen Magnification. 3. Click Do Magnification. 4. Close the Operations window. D-26 August 2001...
  • Page 93 Using the Long Roll Accessory Setting the Scan Parameters 1. Select Test>Long Roll Capture from the SAM menu. 2. Set the Scan and Positioning Info. a. Set the #Lines (dy) to 1. b. Set the Line Offset (y) to 0. c.
  • Page 94 Using the Long Roll Accessory Locating the First Punched Frame 1. On the Film Controls dialog box, click Load First Frm. A dialog box appears. 2. Select the Film Processing Direction: • If you are calibrating the left sensor offset, select Forward (Left to Right). •...
  • Page 95 Using the Long Roll Accessory 5. On the Film Controls dialog box, click Seek Frame. A dialog box appears. 6. Type the Punch Number from the Current Punch on the status bar. 7. Click Go. The Target Punch should equal the Current Punch. August 2001 D-29...
  • Page 96 Using the Long Roll Accessory Checking the Alignment and Adjusting the Sensor Offsets 1. Using a flashlight, look from the rear of the aperture to check the alignment of the marked frame with the aperture plate. The center of the frame should line up exactly with the right edge (from the front of the scanner) of the aperture plate.
  • Page 97 Using the Long Roll Accessory 2. In SAM, select View>Configurations. CAUTION: Fast Fwrd / Rewind Speed should never be greater than 10. If needed, change the speed to be 10 Inches per sec. or less. As a guideline, the speed should be 10 inches per second if you use 1-inch film cores (the recommended size).
  • Page 98 Using the Long Roll Accessory 6. If the marked frame is not aligned with the right edge of the aperture plate, select View>Configurations. a. If the film is moving from left to right, change the Left Sensor Offset: If the center of the frame is beyond the right edge of the aperture plate, decrease the Left Sensor Offset.
  • Page 99 Using the Long Roll Accessory 7. On the View Controls window, click Next Frame. 8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until the center of the frame lines up exactly with the right edge of the aperture plate. 9. On the View Controls window, click Fast Fwrd>> to advance the roll of film to the right side.

  • Page 100: Appendix D-2: Determining And Setting The Trigger Points

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Appendix D-2: Determining and Setting the Trigger Points IMPORTANT: Do this procedure only if you will be scanning film that has a significantly higher or lower D-min from negative film, such as black-and-white film or color positive film. 1.
  • Page 101 Using the Long Roll Accessory 4. Record the left and right highest numbers for later calculating the trigger numbers. Because the readers are separate, the left and right numbers will not be the same. The trigger number tells the scanner when it senses a change in light level. You need to set the trigger number only once unless you will be using the scanner for multiple types of film, such as for both negative and positive.
  • Page 102 Using the Long Roll Accessory Determining the Right Trigger Point 1. On the Film Controls window, click Position > to advance the film and determine the “average” low number on the right LED. 2. Subtract the average low number from the highest number you recorded in step 1 under Recording the Highest Numbers on the LEDs.
  • Page 103 Using the Long Roll Accessory Setting the Trigger Points at the Scanner TEACH MODE plastic cover P192_1565BCA P192_1565BC 1. On the left side of the scanner: a. Move SET/ADJ/RUN to ADJ. b. Press MODE to increment the number (or press TEACH to decrement the number) to the value you determined to be the left trigger point.

  • Page 104: Appendix D-3: Maintenance

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Appendix D-3: Maintenance Perform these maintenance procedures at least once a day. 1. In SAM, select View>Film Controls. 2. Click Tension Off and remove film from the gate. NOTE: It is not necessary to completely unthread the film. D-38 August 2001...
  • Page 105 Using the Long Roll Accessory Cleaning the Punch Readers 1. Locate the two punch readers, below the pressure rollers and adjacent to the left and right edges of the aperture. two punch readers two film readers P192_1569BCA P192_1569BC 2. Use canned air to clean the left and right punch readers. August 2001 D-39...

  • Page 106: Cleaning The Rollers

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Cleaning the Rollers 1. In SAM, select View>Film Controls. 2. On the Film Controls window, click Clean Rollers. D-40 August 2001...
  • Page 107 Using the Long Roll Accessory A dialog box appears. 3. Make sure no film is in the gate. Click Yes. The rollers rotate. CAUTION: In the step below, do not use rubbing alcohol. 4. Using a lint-free cloth with 90% or higher isopropyl alcohol, wipe the exposed part of the moving rollers—in the slot at the rear of the housing—from top to bottom.

  • Page 108: Appendix D-4: Initial Setup Of Sensors

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Appendix D-4: Initial Setup of Sensors IMPORTANT: Do this procedure only if you installed a new sensor or if the sensor setup was accidentally changed. Resetting the Sensors to the Factory Values TEACH MODE 1. Move SET/ADJ/RUN to SET. 2.
  • Page 109 Using the Long Roll Accessory Programming the Sensors for the Long Roll Accessory Power on the scanner. NOTE: The display on the left sensor will be inverted. Programming the Left Sensor 1. Open the plastic cover on the left display. 2.
  • Page 110 Using the Long Roll Accessory 5. Press TEACH. 6. Change the Detection Function Setting to F HS (high speed): a. Press and hold MODE until F St appears. TEACH MODE b. Press TEACH once. F Ld appears. c. Press TEACH again. F HS appears. d.

  • Page 111: Appendix D-5: Table Of Scan Area Values

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Appendix D-5: Table of Scan Area Values NOTE: Use the table below only as a starting point for determining scan area values. Long-Roll Magnification # Pixels Pixel Offset # Lines File Size Film Holders (MB) 35 mm double- 1020 2490...

  • Page 112: Appendix D-6: Film Splicing And Editing Guidelines

    Using the Long Roll Accessory Appendix D-6: Film Splicing and Editing Guidelines Follow these guidelines to ensure the scanner correctly reads the data holes. IMPORTANT: When splicing rolls of film, always splice first, then edit. NOTE: The drawings are not to scale. splice material Because the splice material is sticky, it is possible for...
  • Page 113 4-1, D-23 K-number, on scanner vii, 1-4 Kodak Professional Digital Print Production Software (DP2) 1-3, D-1, D-23 Electrical Hazard symbol vi Kodak Professional HR 500 TWAIN Data Source 1-3 e-wipes, for cleaning the light bar 4-3 ordering B-2 August 2001...
  • Page 114 Index scanning a single frame 2-13 selecting negative or positive balancing lamp filter 2-8 to 2-9 replacing 4-4 to 4-5 setting the magnification and calibrating turning on and off A-10, D-19 the scanner 2-8 lamp timer, resetting to zero A-10 setting the scan parameters 2-8 lamp-and-filter-access door 2-8, 4-4 operations tabs (SAM)
  • Page 115 Index sensor offsets on the Long Roll Accessory, calibrating D-24 to D-33 tables of scan area values sensors, punch (data hole) on the Long Roll for cut-gate film holders 3-6 Accessory D-14 for Long Roll Accessory D-45 serial number on the scanner 1-4 temperature, room (operating environment) C-1 Service and Assembly Module (SAM) A-1 to A-11 threading diagram for Long Roll Accessory D-18...
  • Page 116 Index August 2001...
  • Page 118 EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Rochester, New York 14653 U.S.A. Kodak and Kodak Professional are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. © Eastman Kodak Company, 2001 Printed in U.S.A.

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