Positioning The Target; Positioning The Reflective Target; Positioning The Transparent Target - Microtek ArtixScan 3200XL User Manual

Note: To keep the colors in your scanner consistent, you should perform color
calibration on a regular basis. Professional photographers, graphic designers or
others who require extremely precise color may wish to calibrate the scanner every
time it is used.

Positioning the Target

Proper positioning of the target on the scanner is important for successful calibration.
Incorrect positioning of the target will result in an unsuccessful calibration.
A. Positioning the Reflective Target
1. Use the red arrows printed on the vertical rulers of both sides of the scanner as an
2. Place the target face down on the scanner glass surface, making sure that the
Note: To scan the
target with the TMA
1600-III, put the Black
Plate on top of the
target to cover the
target and shield
unwanted light.
B. Positioning the Transparent Target
1. Place the U-shaped Rule (Calibration Ruler) on the scanner glass surface.
2. Load the target face down inside the slot of the 120 Film Template.
3. Place the 120 Film Template with the loaded target on the scanner glass surface,
Calibration strip
U-shaped Ruler
(Calibration Ruler)
alignment guide for positioning the target.
target is positioned correct side up toward the front of the scanner.
Calibration strip
and orient the template with the "Microtek" logo facing up.
Important: During placement of the
target, the calibration strip on the
scanner glass surface should be kept
clear and free of obstruction at all
times.
Important: Align the template's
front corners firmly against the top
corners (left and right) of the
U-shaped Ruler located at the front
of the scanner. During placement of
the template, make sure that the
calibration strip on the scanner
glass surface is kept clear and free
of obstruction at all times.
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