SCANVIEW ScanmateF6, Operator'S Manual

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The ScanMate F6 and ScanMate F8 Plus have an anti reflection-treated
mounting plate that is very effective in reducing the risk of Newton rings. It is
designed to produce optimal results for both reflection and transmission scan-
ning when the originals are “sandwiched” between the base plate and top plate.
If you encounter problems with Newton rings in spite of this, consider
the following suggestions:
• Check that the glass cleaner used for the mounting plate is not leaving
residues. If it is, try a different type or brand of cleaner.
• 35-mm transparencies can be scanned without removing them from their
frames. At scan resolutions under 1800 dpi, the scanner’s depth of field
will be sufficient. At higher resolutions, autofocus is recommended.
• With ScanView’s optional DustFree™ magnetic templates (described
above), scanning is completely glass-free, removing the cause of Newton
rings. Magnetic templates are available from your local ScanView dealer.
Avoiding dust
Dust can be a problem in flatbed scanners, partly because of the number of
surfaces present and partly because of the high depth of field of the optics
system. Dust specks that would be entirely out of focus on a drum scanner
may appear very sharp when scanned on a flatbed.
One way to minimize dust is to use ScanView’s optional DustFree™
magnetic templates, which hold transparencies in place without any glass.
Other things that will help include the following:
• Install the scanner in a clean environment, preferably in a room without
carpets and where smoking is not permitted.
• Clean all the surfaces of the mounting plate before scanning, using only non-
abrasive, non-caustic cleaning agents that will not leave a residue. The best
choice is ordinary household glass cleaner and a soft, non-abrasive cloth.
CAUTION: Never use drum cleaner, acetone, benzine or other strong
organic solvents for cleaning the mounting plate.
• Clean the transparencies with a soft brush and/or forced air. A com-
pressed air aggregate with ion neutralization is ideal. Glass cleaner can
also be used to clean transparencies.
Handling originals and mounting plates
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