ScanMaker 1000XL Plus User Guide 15
E. Using the Film Alignment Ruler
To scan non-standard-size film such as 8" x 10" film, medical and dental X-rays, use
the Film Alignment Ruler, which allows you to scan film up to 14" x 17" in size.
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1. Place the Film Alignment Ruler* on the scanner glass surface.
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2. Place the film (X-ray or other non-
standard size) to be scanned on the
scanner glass surface, and center the
film along the Film Alignment Ruler on
the scanner.
Important
: Align the Film Alignment
Ruler firmly against the corners (left and
right) of the U-shaped ruler located at
the front of the scanner, with the ruler
oriented correctly and with the correct
side up. During placement of
the Ruler,
m
ake sure that the calibration strip on
the scanner glass surface is kept clear
and free of obstruction at all times.
Film Alignment Ruler
Calibration strip
* Please note that the Film Alignment
Ruler should be removed from the glass
surface of the scanner if the width of
the film is larger than the width of the
scanner glass surface.
If the Film Alignment Ruler is not going
to be used, align the film to be scanned
against the top corners (left and right) of
the U-shaped ruler located at the front
of the scanner. During placement of the
film, make sure that the calibration strip
on the scanner glass surface is kept clear
and free of obstruction at all times.
Calibration strip
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