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 ArtixScan 6000XY Installation and Operation Manual      1

1 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the ArtixScan 6000XY scanner. The 42-bit high-
resolution ArtixScan 6000XY is specifically for graphic arts and imaging professionals.
This manual will help you in the installation and operation of your scanner.

Specifications

Type

Desktop, XY technology scanner

Image Sensor

Tri-linear 8,000 element CCD

Mechanical Resolution

6,

000 dpi

Optical Resolution

2,000 dpi

Sample Depth

14 bits per color

Dynamic Range

3.7D

Scanning Area

Reflective: 12” x 17” (305 mm x 432 mm)

Transparency: 12” x 17” (305 mm x 432 mm)

Scanning Productivity

15 scans per hour (6 cm x 7 cm, 250%, 300dpi, CMYK)

Interface

SCSI-2

Lamp Source

Cold Cathode Lamp

Temperature

Operating: 61 - 80°F (16 - 27°C)

Storage: -10 - 55°F

Humidity

10% - 85%

Dimensions

14” x 34” x 27.5” (36 mm x 87 mm x 70 m

Net W eight

147 lb (67 kg)

Pow er Consumption

Operation: 290 W

Standby

: 200W

Certifications

CSA, T U V, FCC class B, CF

Summary of Contents for ArtixScan 6000XY

Page 1: ...8 000 element CCD Mechanical Resolution 6 000 dpi Optical Resolution 2 000 dpi Sample Depth 14 bits per color Dynamic Range 3 7D Scanning Area Reflective 1 2 x 1 7 305 mm x 432 mm Tr ansparency 1 2 x...

Page 2: ...lacing the scanner close to sources of extreme temperature Avoid connecting the scanner to a power source that might experience power surges Avoid positioning the scanner in the path of heavy traffic...

Page 3: ...you should wait for several minutes for them to cool off Scanner front and back view A Front view of the scanner B Back view of the scanner 6 TMA Connector 50 pin SCSI Po rt 25 pin SCSI Po rt SCSI ID...

Page 4: ...tallation and Operation Manual Unlocking scanner carriage Unlocking TMA carriage UNLOCK LOCK Tu rn the screw counterclockwise to unlock the scanner c a r riage Tu rn the screw counterclockwise to unlo...

Page 5: ...oltage in your country There is no need to manually select the voltage however make sure that the label next to the power entry module indicates the correct voltage Contact your dealer if the label in...

Page 6: ...normal However if you hear loud grinding noises or any other abnormal sound turn the scanner off immediately and contact your dealer The Status lamp turns red for a few seconds when the scanner power...

Page 7: ...sure that the computer your scanner and all other devices are turned off Installation for Macintosh computers with built in SCSI ports A Connecting the scanner 1 Shut down your computer 2 Connect the...

Page 8: ...the scanner is not the last device on the SCSI chain Make sure the internal terminator switch located at the back of the scanner is set to the OFF position Make sure the last device on the SCSI chain...

Page 9: ...e to remove the computer case and reinsert the card 3 Close the computer B Connecting the scanner 1 Shut down your computer 2 Connect the scanner to your computer using the SCSI cable provided in the...

Page 10: ...I chain Make sure the internal terminator switch located at the back of the scanner is set to the OFF position Make sure the last device on the SCSI chain is terminated C Installing the software Insta...

Page 11: ...D indicator LED indicator information Power Push Button This push button shows power status On Green light Power is on Off Power is off When the push button is pressed the scanner carriage starts to t...

Page 12: ...nking green this indicates the scanner is faulty or not ready To fix this turn the scanner off and turn it back on If the LED is still red contact Microtek Service Shutdown is performed by exiting the...

Page 13: ...scanner is convenient and productive with the mask Advantages are Preparing the originals in advance at another place while the scanner is busy with other scans With the mask grid lines positioning t...

Page 14: ...de facing you insert the 2 right registration holes of the holder into the registration pins on the scan bed The right side of the holder should be aligned with the right side of the glass For more th...

Page 15: ...0 19 23 Cat No 509D1L005 4 23 2 1 0 3 6 7 5 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 15 18 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 19 37 2 1 0 3 6 7 5 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 15 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3...

Page 16: ...in the scanner turn the mask over so that the transparency label of the mask faces up Align and insert the mask registration holes into the registration pins of the glass Transparency side Using the...

Page 17: ...ng situations you should replace the scanning lamps The light level is low This rule applies to both the transparency and reflective scanning lamps The scanning lamp does not light up Replacing the Tr...

Page 18: ...over is closed properly If not it may suddenly spring open 5 Remove the top cover by holding the two diagonal corners then lift it When the top cover is removed the scanning lamp can be visually inspe...

Page 19: ...ver Screw the 4 screws in each 4 corners of the lamp assembly Power up the scanner in a while visually inspect the new lamp illuminates Replacing the Reflective Scanning Lamp 1 Power up your scanner T...

Page 20: ...minutes for cooling off scanning lamp Unscrew the 4 screws that fasten the scan bed glass to the scanner To unscrew rotate the screws 90 counterclockwise Closed Open Lift the 2 handles of the glass p...

Page 21: ...replace both scanning lamps even if only one is faulty 7 Using the handles to lift the glass then place it back in its original scan bed 8 Thread the 4 screws that secure the glass to the scanner To...

Page 22: ...on leak under the glass surfaces do not pour cleaning solution directly on the glass 2 Wipe gently with soft cloth chamois leather or rice paper for it does not leave residue of fibers 3 When the glas...

Page 23: ...s sprint out a little there is no need to remove the screws 4 Gently close the top cover Note Make sure the cover is closed properly If not it may suddenly spring open 5 Grip the diagonal corners of t...

Page 24: ...a few minutes for cooling off scanning lamp 2 Lift the top cover up 3 Unscrew the 4 screws which holds the 4 corners of the scan bed Top view of screw caps is shown below Open Closed 4 Lift the two ha...

Page 25: ...ss surface Do not touch the white sticker that is located at one side of the glass White Sticker 8 When cleaning is done grip the handles and reposition the glass to its original place Tighten the scr...

Page 26: ...e SCSI ID number If you have third party SCSI check application launch it and check if the scanner appears in the SCSI chain 2 Power up Self test Problem 1 When power is up Light indicator and Status...

Page 27: ...es or a warning message is displayed Solution 1 Restart your computer 2 Power off your scanner two minutes later turn it back on After 30 seconds visually inspect whether the Status lamp stays steady...

Page 28: ...our scanner press the push button switch to set the SCSI ID to 8 3 Power up your scanner Wait for 30 seconds visually inspect the Status indicator this indicator should stays constantly green 4 Press...

Page 29: ...k Unlock Lock 6 Insert the flat screwdriver into the screw socket on the right hinge of the top cover turn the screwdriver 90 clockwisely Tu rn the screw counter clockwisely to lock T M A c a r riage...

Page 30: ...30 ArtixScan 6000XY Installation and Operation Manual Packing the scanner To pack the scanner refer to the ArtixScan 6000XY Unpacking Guide then reverse the procedure Pack the scanner...

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