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  • Page 1 Photo Maker User Manual PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 1 12/01/2011 4:46:14 PM...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PhotoMaker Contents 1. Precautions 2. Standard Accessories 3. Part Names 4. Installing the software (PC) 5. Installing the software (MAC) 6. Placing film / slide in the holder 7. Connecting the PhotoMaker 8. Capturing photos (PC) 9. Capturing photos (MAC) 10.

  • Page 4: Precautions

    1. Do not try to open the case of the PhotoMaker or attempt to modify it in any way. Maintenance and repairs should be performed only by Kaiser Baas. 2. Keep the PhotoMaker away from water and other liquids. Do not use with wet hands. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock.

  • Page 5: Standard Accessories

    PhotoMaker 2. Standard Accessories 1x PhotoMaker 1 x Software CD 1 x Cleaning Brush 1 x Slide Holder 1 x Gloves 1 x Negative Holder 1 x Blow Air Brush 1 x Quick Start Guide User Manual PhotoMaker PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 5 12/01/2011 4:46:15 PM...

  • Page 6: Part Names

    PhotoMaker 3. Part Names Power LED USB Cable Film / Slide Holder Slot Brush Slide Holder Negative Holder Note: For clear images, we strongly suggest that you periodically clean the PhotoMaker by using the included cleaning brush. Insert the brush with the cleaning side down into the PhotoMaker slot to clean the glass surface.

  • Page 7: Installing The Software (Pc)

    PhotoMaker 4. Installing the software (PC) Insert the provided CD into the CD/DVD ROM drive on your computer. The following screen should appear: Select ‘MediaImpression’ to start the installation of Arcsoft MediaImpression on your computer. If the operating system asks for permission click ‘Yes’...
  • Page 8 PhotoMaker The next screen shows the software licence agreement. If you agree to the terms and conditions and would like to keep installing the program click on ‘Yes’ . On the next screen, you are able to choose where you would like to install the program on your computer.
  • Page 9 PhotoMaker The next screen lets you choose where you would like the program shortcut to appear in the Windows menu. Choose a destination or leave the default, then press ‘Next’ . The program will then install to your preferred destination. You can then choose what image file formats you would like...
  • Page 10 PhotoMaker The software installation is now complete. Click ‘Finish’ and restart your computer to finalise the installation. When the computer has rebooted, there should be an icon for MediaImpression on the desktop. Double click to start the program. PhotoMaker User Manual PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 10 12/01/2011 4:46:17 PM...

  • Page 11: Installing The Software (Mac)

    PhotoMaker 5. Installing the software (MAC) 1. Insert the installation CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive and click CD icon. 2. Click “MediaImpression Installer”. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. User Manual PhotoMaker PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 11 12/01/2011 4:46:18 PM...

  • Page 12: Placing Film / Slide In The Holder

    6. Placing film/slide into the holder Place the negative film or slide holder in front of you with the Kaiser Baas logo facing upward. Open the negative film / slide holder as illustrated below. Place your negative film strip / slides into holder as shown Close the holder and make sure it clips closed properly.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Photomaker

    PhotoMaker 7. Connecting the PhotoMaker 1. Plug the USB cable of the PhotoMaker into an available USB 2.0 port on your computer. Once connected the power LED light on the PhotoMaker will illuminate. 2. Insert the loaded negative film / slide holder properly into the slot according to the triangular signs as shown.

  • Page 14: Capturing Photos (Pc)

    PhotoMaker 8. Capturing photos (PC) 1. Click on the MediaImpression icon on the desktop to start the application. 2. Click “Acquire” and select “Aquire from Film Scanner“ PhotoMaker User Manual PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 14 12/01/2011 4:46:20 PM...
  • Page 15 PhotoMaker 3. Define your save settings: a) Select between JPG or TIF image file formats. b) Choose from four quality levels: Highest / High / Normal / Low (for JPG format only). c) Select the location to save your images. User Manual PhotoMaker PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 15...
  • Page 16 PhotoMaker d) Select flim size: 135. (110 Film holders can be purchased from Kaiser Baas. See website or contact Kaiser Baas for details.) e) Select the film type you are going to scan. Then choose colour depth and DPI. f) Click “OK”.

  • Page 17: Capturing Images

    PhotoMaker 4. Capturing images You will see the image to be captured in the live view window on your computer. Move the holder so that the image is correctly positioned and to avoid any dark edges caused by the edges of the holder. If dark edges appear on the top or bottom of the image tilt the PhotoMaker left or right to help position the slide correctly.

  • Page 18: Capturing Photos (Mac)

    PhotoMaker 9. Capturing photos (MAC) 1. Click on the MediaImpression icon on the desktop 2. Click “Acquire” then select “Aquire from Film Scanner “ PhotoMaker User Manual PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 18 12/01/2011 4:46:23 PM...
  • Page 19 PhotoMaker Define your save settings: a) Select between JPG or TIF image file formats. b) Choose from four quality levels: Highest / High / Normal / Low (for JPG format only). c) Select the location to save your images. User Manual PhotoMaker PhotoMaker Mac Manual.indd 19 12/01/2011 4:46:24 PM...
  • Page 20 PhotoMaker d) Select flim size: 135. (110 Film holders can be purchased from Kaiser Baas. See website or contact Kaiser Baas for details.) e) Select the film type you are going to scan. Then choose colour depth and DPI. f) Click “OK”.
  • Page 21 PhotoMaker 3. Capturing images You will see the image to be captured in the live view window on your computer. Move the holder so that the image is correctly positioned and to avoid any dark edges caused by the edges of the holder. If dark edges appear on the top or bottom of the image tilt the PhotoMaker left or right to help position the slide correctly.
  • Page 22 PhotoMaker 10. Editing pictures Photo Editing Tools The Photo Editing Tools module in Arcsoft MediaImpression includes a complete set of photo enhancement, editing and retouching controls. The windows can be stretched to provide a large size viewing area of the active photo. Double click the module’s tool bar to maximise the window to fill the computer screen.
  • Page 23 PhotoMaker 1.2. Colour This feature is designed to fix photos that have unnatural colour or appear too dark. It’s also great for fixing scanned versions of old prints that have faded or whose colours have changed after many years. To fix the colour of a photo: 1.
  • Page 24 PhotoMaker - Manual Fix 1. Use the zoom slider on the toolbar to zoom in on the photo. 2. Drag the small white box inside the zoom navigator to move over a red eye. 3. Place your cursor directly over the red eye and click. 4.
  • Page 25 PhotoMaker 1.5. Straighten This feature enables you to fix photos that appear to be tilted. How to use Straighten: 1. Move the slider (or click the rotate buttons) until the photo appears straight. 2. Use the superimposed grid lines for vertical and horizontal reference.
  • Page 26 PhotoMaker 2. Retouch 2.1. Healing Brush The Healing Brush is good for fixing dust, scratches and removing skin blemishes. How to use the Healing Brush to fix a skin blemish: 1. Establish a source point for the Healing Brush by holding the Shift key and clicking on an area of the skin that is close in color and texture to the area you want to heal.
  • Page 27 PhotoMaker 2.4. Clone The Clone tool is good for removing unwanted elements from a photo. It can also be used for a fun effect, like moving a nose from one person to another. How to use the Clone tool to remove a telephone pole from the background of a photo: 1.
  • Page 28 PhotoMaker 2.7. Paint Brush Allows you to “paint” on your image when you click and drag the mouse. Click and drag the sliders to change the brush size and transparency. 2.8. Line Draw a straight line in the photo. Click and drag the sliders to change the line width and transparency.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    PhotoMaker 11. Specifications Image Sensor 1/2.5” inch 5 mega CMOS sensor, 5.17 Megapixels F=6.4, f=12.36mm 2G2P Lens Specification Automatic Colour Balance Exposure Control Automatic Support Film size 135 Film (36mm x 24mm) 110 Film (17mm x 13mm) (optional) Slide Support Film type Colour Negative Film Black &...

  • Page 30: System Requirements

    PhotoMaker 12. System Requirements PC System Requirements • Pentium® P4 1.6GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon • Free USB2.0 port • 1GB RAM • 500MB free hard disk space • 1024 x 768 pixel colour monitor • CD-ROM drive • Windows® XP Service Pack II / Vista™, 32/64 bits Windows 7 Mac System Requirements •...

  • Page 31: Trouble Shooting

    PhotoMaker 13. Trouble Shooting Issue Possible cause Resolution My computer PhotoMaker not Your computer must have a USB 2.0 to does not plugged into a communicate with your Photomaker. recognise the high-speed USB Check to see if USB 2.0 is installed PhotoMaker.
  • Page 32 PhotoMaker Issue Possible cause Resolution I found black edge Slide might not be Tilt the PhotoMaker left or right so the in preview mode positioned in the Slide shifts into the correct position in holder correctly. the Slide holder. Alternatively, remove the slide from the holder and re-insert.
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