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Advancer

All the parts for the VALOI 360 Advancer come in the box.
We have decided to leave them unassembled for safer
transport and so you get to familiarise yourself with maintaining it. With
the possibility to change rubber rollers easily, the Advancer should last a
lifetime.

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Film Advancer Frame

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4x Feet

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2x Axles

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2x Knobs

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2x Knob set-screws

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4x Rollers (+ 4x spare Rollers)

To assemble, screw the 4 threaded rubber feet into the holes on the bot-
tom of the Advancer Frame all the way in, as shown in the picture to the
left.

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Summary of Contents for 360

Page 1: ...Getting Started Guide...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...mera Its two primary functions are to hold the film flat and to allow you to move quickly to the next frame when scanning In addition to a VALOI 360 Holder you will also need the following to scan not...

Page 4: ...Content...

Page 5: ...06 Why Valoi 08 Online Guides 32 In Use 10 The System s Parts 44 Diagnosing Common Problems 40 General Tips For Scanning 22 Assembly 48 Diagnosing Bad Scanning Results 54 Contact...

Page 6: ...06 Why VALOI...

Page 7: ...and creation inseparable concepts of analogue photography The Finnish naming of our brand isn t coincidental as the Nordics is where our project started Our Scandinavian roots are also visible in the...

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Page 9: ...We have created a series of video guides to help you assemble and get started with your Valoi product and with camera scanning Please visit www valoi co and navigate to the Guides section in the top...

Page 10: ...10 The System s Parts...

Page 11: ...lder Custom Series Holders see www valoi co Advancer Accessories Diffuser Duster Levelling Mirror Light source Adapter 104 Masks 35mm Half Frame Medium format 6x4 5 Medium format 6x6 Medium format 6x7...

Page 12: ...12 Holders...

Page 13: ...for any damage to the product or themselves if they choose to disassemble the Holder The Holders keep the film flat and in place while scanning without actu ally touching the image area These can be...

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Page 15: ...nning For scanning frames smaller than full frame 35mm an optional mask can help mask off stray light sold separately and can help improve results particularly on lenses prone to flaring The 126 forma...

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Page 17: ...an be used effectively with any frame size from 6x4 5 to 6x9 with single capture and with any size longer than that using digital stitching techniques For scanning frames smaller than 6x9 optional mas...

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Page 19: ...g the film forwards can be moved on either side 5 Feet Threaded adjustable in height for levelling The Advancer will allow you to increase productivity and quality when scanning It is compatible with...

Page 20: ...20 Accessories...

Page 21: ...evenly lit The Holders can simply sit on top of it or it can be secured to the bottom of the Film Advancer using the threads on the feet The Masks can be used if you are struggling with lens flare and...

Page 22: ...22 Assembly...

Page 23: ...the Advancer the rubber dome feet must be removed Doing so does not require any tools and does not risk damage to the Holders Repeatedly changing configuration between stand alone use and use with th...

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Page 25: ...yourself with maintaining it With the possibility to change rubber rollers easily the Advancer should last a lifetime Film Advancer Frame 4x Feet 2x Axles 2x Knobs 2x Knob set screws 4x Rollers 4x spa...

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Page 27: ...hes the opposite side slip on two rollers and slide them a bit down the axle Don t feel the need to place them in the correct groove yet this is easier once the unit is fullyassembled Before proceedin...

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Page 29: ...the flat area on the axle By screwing the screw in slightly first then rotating the knob until it seats you can tell where the flat area is Making sure the D slot is lined up as described Use the incl...

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Page 31: ...You have now fully assembled your VALOI 360 Film Advancer See the instructions below on how to operate it using different holders...

Page 32: ...32 In Use...

Page 33: ...lm Advancer The user also has to provide A digital camera a method of holding the camera in a fixed position preferably a copy stand and a flat uniform light source See the VALOI Gear Guide for recomm...

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Page 35: ...n the Holder we recom mend pushing down on the holder lightly with one finger while mov ing the film with the other to prevent the holder from moving 3 Line up the first frame you want to scan so you...

Page 36: ...36 135 format 127 format 120 format Also used for the following formats 8mm Super8 16mm 110 format APS 126...

Page 37: ...oving any Holder from the Film Advancer to get better access Then move the rollers to the correct width for your format using both hands It might be easier to move them if you pick up the Advancer and...

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Page 39: ...o compose and focus Once you are ready scan the first frame Continue pushing the film through until you get to the next frame If your film does not have a leader blank unexposed film at the end you wi...

Page 40: ...40 General Tips For Scanning...

Page 41: ...e the mirror trick see the Technique Guide or use a level Minimise vibrations by using a remote trigger or a delayed timer on your camera If scanning color film always use a light source with a high C...

Page 42: ...d overlay on your camera Labs typically crop 5 10 into frames so unless the edge of the frame is very critical we recommend saving time by using the same method To find the correct scanning exposure f...

Page 43: ...ys scan using the RAW format on your camera for maximum quality Convert color negatives using one of the software solutions detailed in our VALOI Gear Guide found on our website Color negatives are ve...

Page 44: ...44 Diagnosing Common Problems...

Page 45: ...uck in the holder when trying to push it through Make sure the film is emulsion side down not up Our testing shows this does not influence the scan ning result and will ensure the film goes through sm...

Page 46: ...that attaches it The screw for the knob on the Advancer falls out Tighten it with a screwdriver Please contact hello valoi co if this is a recurring problem Holder moves on the table Attach the inclu...

Page 47: ...llers towards you using both hands Flip the Advancer around when moving them in the other direction so that you always push towards your body The axle comes out The axle is secured by the knob make su...

Page 48: ...48 Diagnosing Bad Scanning Results...

Page 49: ...l Change your lens for a different one see the VALOI Gear Guide Blurry results lower resolution than expected Shutter vibrations mirrorless camera Use electronic shutter silent shutter if your camera...

Page 50: ...s if using normal lens extension tubes Focus Check focus use focus peaking and live view magnifica tion focus on the largest aperture of the lens and stop down before scanning Wrong aperture Test the...

Page 51: ...g Test a different negative conver sion program plugin see VALOI Gear Guide Colour negative conversion Use an plugin or program to convert negatives see VALOI Gear Guide Poor colours Change your light...

Page 52: ...ort Use a smaller big ger number aperture to get more depth of field will lead to image distortion but the image will be uniformly sharp Extremely curly film Use a professional lab to develop Change y...

Page 53: ...n your frame 1 3 overlap is a good aim Software failing to stitch images when doing several captures of the same frame The film is not square when scanned misalignment Your camera and film are not par...

Page 54: ...54 Contact...

Page 55: ...ays here to help you In case of any questions please don t hesitate to contact us hello valoi co www valoi co Erkkil nkatu 11 A PMK talo 7 krs 33100 Tampere Finland Follow us on Facebook and Instagram...

Page 56: ...Find us on www valoi co...

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