Microtek Artix Scan1100 manual Installing the Scanner ICC Profiler, Placing the color target

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5. Installing the Scanner ICC Profiler

Note: The Scanner ICC Profiler program should have been installed at the time you performed software installation procedures (discussed earlier in the manual). If for some reason you have not installed the Scanner ICC Profiler, follow the steps below to install the program.

A. For the Macintosh

Before installing the Scanner ICC Profiler, you should have ScanWizard Pro and the Kodak CMS programs installed on your computer.

To install the Scanner ICC Profiler program: Insert the Artix CD into your CD-ROM drive. Open the ICC Profiler folder, then double-click the Installer icon to install the program.

B. For Windows 98 / 95 / NT 4.0

Before installing the Scanner ICC Profiler, you should have ScanWizard Pro and the Kodak CMS programs installed on your computer.

To install the Scanner ICC Profiler program: Insert the Artix CD into your CD-ROM drive. When the Software Installer screen appears, click on the “Install” option for the Scanner ICC Profiler program, then follow the on- screen instructions until the program finishes installing.

6. Placing the color target

Positioning the target in the upper bed: Place the reflective color target in the upper scan bed and make sure it is positioned correctly, following the illustration below. See the additional notes in the next section for important notes on how to position the reflective target correctly on the upper bed. Then proceed to the calibration procedures discussed in the succeeding pages to calibrate the upper scan bed.

Positioning the target in the lower bed: After completing the entire calibration process for the upper bed (detailed in the next few pages), return to this section to see how to position the transparency target correctly on the lower scan bed. Then proceed again to the calibration procedures discussed in the next pages to calibrate the lower scan bed.

Positioning the target on the upper scan bed

Positioning the target on the lower scan bed. In the example above, the target is placed in the 4” x 5” Film Holder, and the Holder is then placed into the transparency tray of the lower scan bed.

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Contents ArtixScan HardwareUser’sGuide Copyright 1999 Microtek Lab, Inc Contents For the Macintosh For Windows 98 / 95 / NT Introduction ArtixScan 1100 Scanner On OFF General Installation Unpacking the ScannerUnlocking the Carriage Connecting the Scanner to Power Source Resetting the scanner’s Scsi IDPower-up test Powering up the ScannerObserving the Scanner Boot Process Choosing the Scanning StationRequirements for the Operating Environment Installation on the Macintosh TerminationConnecting the scanner Installing the software Installation on Windows 98 Checking the interface card statusConnecting the scanner Troubleshooting Resolving situation aClick the arrows to select a different range Resolving situation C Click Start, Settings, and select Control Panel Installation under Windows NT Installing the Windows NT driverChecking the scanner status Way the driver is implemented General scanning Operating the ScannerPositioning reflective materials Scanning thick documentsUsing the Universal Glass Film Holder Using the Main Holder with other film holdersPositioning transparent film Using the Universal Glass Film Holder Using the 35mm Slide Holder Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder Using the 6 x 9 cm Film Holder Using the 4 x 5 Film Holder 5 Film Holder MainCalibration target Using the Scanner ICC Profiler ProgramIntroduction Taking care of the targetFor the Macintosh Installing the Scanner ICC ProfilerPlacing the color target For Windows 98 / 95 / NTCalibration Scanning the target imageAligning the bottom-right registration mark Aligning the target registration marksAligning the upper-left registration mark Aligning the upper-right registration markCreating a profile Menu commands Reference Section for MacintoshMain Window ControlsCalibration Window Preview and Scan Creating the profileReference section for PC System Menu Calibration Window Preview and Scan

Artix Scan1100 specifications

The Microtek Artix Scan1100 is a versatile flatbed scanner designed for professionals and small businesses seeking high-quality document and image scanning solutions. As part of Microtek's renowned Artix series, this scanner integrates advanced technologies to deliver exceptional performance while maintaining ease of use.

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