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1560 Industry Road Hatfield, PA 19440 

P.O. Box 550 

TEL: 215-412-8400 TOLL FREE: 1-800-523-5874 

FAX: 215-412-8450 

EMAIL: 

[email protected]

 WEB: 

www.emsdiasum.com

  

 

You have 500 MB of free space on your hard disk drive. 

The Pathscan Enabler IV is plugged in and has power.  

You are using the USB cable supplied with the Pathscan Enabler IV. 

The square end of the USB cable is plugged into the rear of the Pathscan Enabler IV. 

If you feel there was an error in the installation process defined in this manual, please unplug the USB 
cable  from  the  Pathscan  Enabler  IV  and  reinstall  the  software  from  the  CD-ROM.  To  reinstall  your 
Pathsca

n Enabler IV’s software, click START, RUN, and then type [D:\Install] (where D represents the 

letter  of  your  CD-ROM  drive).    Carefully  follow  all  the  installation  instructions  presented  in  the  Setup 
Wizard.    Reboot  your  computer  when  prompted,  and  plug  the  USB  cable  back  into  the  Pathscan 
Enabler IV while your computer is still turned on. 
 

Installing additional software

 

 
Your  Pathscan  Enabler  IV  is  TWAIN  compliant  and  functions  with  virtually  all  available  TW AIN 
compatible  software.  If  you  purchase  additional  software  to  be  used  with  your  Pathscan  Enabler  IV, 
please make sure that it is TWAIN compatible.  
 

Usage and maintenance 

 

 

Operating the Pathscan Enabler IV

 

 

NOTE

: Your Pathscan Enabler IV accepts to work with U.S. standard glass slides, 1.1mm thick, 1 x 3 

in. in length and No. 1 coverslips. Some software programs have limitations as to the information they 
can process. The capacity of the computer’s memory and free space on your hard drive can also limit 
the physical size of the document that you scan.  
 
There are different ways to operate the Pathscan Enabler IV: 
 

1.  From within an image-editing program that can acquire images from the Pathscan Enabler IV.  

2.  Using QuickScan feature by pressing QuickScan button. The QuickScan Setting program is 

automatically installed as your Pathscan Enabler IV software. 

3.  Using SilverFast Launcher by pressing SilverFast button. This stand-alone program allows you 

to perform advanced scanning features. For further information, please refer to SilverFast 
User’s Manual. 

 
An image-editing program has been bundled with your Pathscan Enabler IV on the included 
Setup/Application CD-ROM. It will allow you to alter and correct any scanned images by using a variety 
of filters, tools, and effects.  
 
QuickScan is a program that allows you to conveniently scan images without the need to work directly 
within any image-editing application (i.e. Presto! ImageFolio).  
 
 

Summary of Contents for Pathscan Enabler IV Slide Scanner

Page 1: ...Industry Road Hatfield PA 19440 P O Box 550 TEL 215 412 8400 TOLL FREE 1 800 523 5874 FAX 215 412 8450 EMAIL sgkcck aol com WEB www emsdiasum com Electron Microscopy Sciences INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAT 89010 Pathscan Enabler IV Slide Scanner ...

Page 2: ...abler IV to your computer 5 Installing the software 6 Software setup troubleshooting 7 Installing additional software 8 Usage and Maintenance 8 Operating the Pathscan Enabler IV 8 Tissue slide holder 9 Using the tissue slide holder 9 Insert the tissue slide holder 10 Using the SilverFast button 10 Using the QuickScan button 11 QuickScan settings and Preview Windows features 13 Status indicator 15 ...

Page 3: ...you start installing your Pathscan Enabler IV Slide Scanner check the box contents to make sure all parts are included If any items are damaged or missing please contact customer service at 1 800 523 5874 Important symbols to recognize DANGER A procedure that must be followed carefully to prevent injury or accident CAUTION Information that if not followed may result in data loss or damage of the p...

Page 4: ...bler IV 2 Padded carrying bag 3 Tissue slide holder 4 USB cable 5 Power adapter 6 Quick guide 7 Setup Application CD ROM 8 LaserSoft SIlverFast CD ROM optional Product information For future reference as well as for customer service if needed please record below your serial number and date of purchase Serial number ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ Purchase date ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ _...

Page 5: ...ications use approximately 160 megabytes of hard disk space once installed onto your computer To ensure room for installation a minimum of 260 MB of hard disk space is recommended The USB Pathscan Enabler IV can only operate under the Microsoft Windows Vista 2000 Professional or XP operating system Hardware requirements This Pathscan Enabler IV connects to your computer through USB which supports ...

Page 6: ...ext connect the Pathscan Enabler IV to the USB hub NOTE If you do not have a USB port available you might need to purchase one Step 2 Installing the software 1 If the USB components on your computer are functioning correctly they will automatically detect the Pathscan Enabler IV causing the Add New Hardware Wizard or Found New Hardware Wizard to be launched NOTE If your computer was off when your ...

Page 7: ...ation CD ROM included with your Pathscan Enabler IV into your CD ROM drive when the system prompts you Insert the disc that came with your Pathscan Enabler IV and click NEXT d During the installation process a message Windows can t verify the publisher of this driver software may be prompted disregard it and click INSTALL THIS DRIVER SOFTWARE ANYWAY to continue 5 When the system completes installa...

Page 8: ...be used with your Pathscan Enabler IV please make sure that it is TWAIN compatible Usage and maintenance Operating the Pathscan Enabler IV NOTE Your Pathscan Enabler IV accepts to work with U S standard glass slides 1 1mm thick 1 x 3 in in length and No 1 coverslips Some software programs have limitations as to the information they can process The capacity of the computer s memory and free space o...

Page 9: ... 3 in in length and No 1 coverslips Using tissue slide holder Insert the tissue slide glass into slots with emulsion non glossy side down There are arrows and illustrations on the frame of each slot Please follow illustrations to insert the tissue slide glass ATTENTION For correct scan results always turn the slide with the top of the image facing towards the back of the Pathscan Enabler IV where ...

Page 10: ...ove the tissue slide holder ATTENTION You can feel the tissue slide holder stop in its index position However before performing scan please gently push and pull the tissue slide holder to make sure the tissue slide holder is in correct position On up side of the tissue slide holder you can see the tissue slide holder Always keep this side up for correct scan results The tissue slide holder should ...

Page 11: ...them automatically to the album and then send them to the NewSoft Presto PageManager program to perform other image editing tasks QuickScan setting 1 Double click on the QuickScan icon located on the Windows system tray or right click on the QuickScan icon and from the menu that pops up point to PROPERTIES 2 Preference settings Double click on the Pathscan Enabler IV QuickScan Setting icon located...

Page 12: ...NG feature is available in transparency mode only AUTO DENSITY feature is available in both transparency and negative film modes However due to different color processing method AUTO DENSTIY feature and COLOR MATCHING feature cannot be applied simultaneously AUTO CROP feature will apply automatically if AUTO DENSITY feature is checked d Select SCANNING ATTRIBUTES options You can alter scanning MOD...

Page 13: ...his is the best setting to select for scanning the tissue slide glass 48 bit color Scans in billions of colors for professional imaging requiring precise uniformity of color Resolution Resolution is measured in dots per inch dpi The higher the resolution the more detailed the image and the more memory and drive space the image will use Filter Filters will help improve your scans by allowing you to...

Page 14: ... MANAGER PHOTOSHOP IMAGE FOLIO FUNCTIONS which allows you to determine which software you would like to use for the post processing of the scanned tissue slide s Auto density Checking this box automatically adjusts the histogram to make the scanned image clearer It does this by increasing the difference between color tones This feature is available in tissue slide mode Color matching This feature ...

Page 15: ...hscan Enabler IV connection The first step to take when troubleshooting connection problems with your Pathscan Enabler IV is to check all physical connections The QuickScan icon located on the Windows system tray indicates if the Pathscan Enabler IV software is properly launched and the Pathscan Enabler IV and computer are communicating with each other Appearance Status The QuickScan program has b...

Page 16: ... Enable warning from the menu that pops up Click YES in the message box that appears Maintenance CAUTION To keep your Pathscan Enabler IV working properly take a moment to review the following maintenance tips Avoid using the Pathscan Enabler IV in a dusty environment When it is not in use keep the Pathscan Enabler IV covered Dust particles and other foreign objects may damage the unit Do not atte...

Page 17: ...creen that appears find the option for USB and enable it Exit and Save the changes you made Your computer is rebooted automatically Please consult your computer vendor before attempting to do this change 3 To reinstall the USB controller click START choose SETTINGS and select CONTROL PANEL In the window that opens double click on the Add New Hardware icon Carefully follow the instructions that app...

Page 18: ... how to adjust the Monitor Gamma 7 The image looks good in the screen but is very dark when printed 1 The Monitor Gamma Settings or the Pathscan Enabler IV brightness settings are not set properly 2 The printer brightness setting is not set properly 1 Change the Monitor Gamma to a value between 1 0 and 1 5 Please consult your help file for information on how to adjust the Monitor Gamma adjust the ...

Page 19: ...Run the Scan Disk utility that came with your Windows computer Please consult your computer documentation or the Windows help files on how to run the Scan Disk Utility 13 The error Pathscan Enabler IV not Found message is displayed 1 The USB cables are not connected properly 2 The USB cable might be too long 3 The Pathscan Enabler IV s power cord is not connected properly 1 Make sure that the cabl...

Page 20: ...nce your picture is saved attach the file to your message Appendix B Specifications PathScan Enabler IV Physical dimensions 120 x 272 x 118 5 mm Weight 1 4 kg 3 1 lbs 1 6 kg 3 5 lbs Operating Temperature Max Scan Area 20 32 x 35mm 0 8 X 1 38 Scan Method Single Pass Scan Modes Color Input 48 it Output 24 48 bit Grayscale Input 16 bit Output 8 16 bit Resolution Optical Resolution 7200 dpi Max Hardwa...

Page 21: ...ailable to that user for the remainder of the warranty period You should give your proof of purchase and this statement to that user We warrant that this machine will be in good working order and will conform to its functional descriptions in the documentation provided Upon provision of proof of purchase replacement parts assume the remaining warranty of the parts they replace Before presenting th...

Page 22: ...other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction To obtain warranty service you may Contact the dealer or distributor Visit our website for up to date service Send a request via e mail FCC radio frequency statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasona...

Page 23: ...is device Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help if the conditions persist Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or authorized service center could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Contacting Electron Microscopy Sciences Electron Microscopy Sciences 1560 Industry Road Hatfield PA 19440 P O Box 550 TEL 215 412 8400 TOLL FRE...

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