Kodak HR 500 manual Recommended Configuration of the Host Computer, Minimum Software Requirements

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Introduction and Overview

Recommended Configuration of the Host Computer

The scanner is designed to communicate with Windows NT and Windows 2000 platforms with the following configuration.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper operation of the scanner, use the Ultra-Wide

SCSI board provided with the scanner.

Built-in SCSI interfaces in some computers may interfere with the provided Ultra-Wide SCSI board.

Minimum Host Computer Hardware Requirements

•Dual Pentium III/600 MHz

•512 MB memory

•10 GB available disk space

•Dedicated SCSI host adapter (provided with scanner)

NOTES: The hardware configuration is a minimum; for higher performance, a high speed and larger memory capacity machine is required.

The SCSI board must be dedicated to running only the HR 500 Film

Scanner.

A SCSI cable connects the host computer to the scanner. This interface enables the transfer of digital image data from the scanner to the host computer.

Minimum Software Requirements

•Windows NT 4.0, Service Pack 6 for using the scanner and software

•Adobe Photoshop 5.5 or higher for validating operation of the scanner

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Contents HR 500 Film Scanner Kodak ProfessionalPage Unpacking Instructions for August Regulatory Information Hot Surface Symbol Fuse LabelMechanical Hazard Symbol Electrical Hazard SymbolWarranty Period Warranty InformationWarranty Repair Coverage How to Obtain ServiceLimitations Kodak Service AgreementsContents Contents About This Guide Using This GuideAbout This Guide How the Scanner Works Introduction and OverviewProduct Description Introduction and Overview Features and BenefitsAction or Condition Need to Calibrate? Focus? Before You BeginRear View Equipment OverviewFront View Minimum Software Requirements Recommended Configuration of the Host ComputerMinimum Host Computer Hardware Requirements Film Holders Provided with the Scanner Film SizesPreparing the Host Computer Connecting and Operating the ScannerConnecting the Scanner Changing the AC Input Voltage Setting and the Fuses Fuse arrow Fuse in holder Close the AC input module Attaching the Cables Placing the Empty Film Holder in the Film Holder Guide Starting Up the Scanner SystemPowering up the Scanner and the Host Computer Setting the Scan Parameters Setting the Magnification and Calibrating ScannerOperating the Scanner Selecting the Negative or Positive Balancing FilterRed handle is in NEG position Preparing a Carded Negative Inserting a Negative or Mounted Slide ScannerPreparing a Mounted Slide Preparing an Uncarded NegativePlacing the Film Holder in the Scanner Scanning a Single Frame FocusingShutting Down the Scanner Connecting and Operating the Scanner Starting the SAM Software Validating the ScannerValidating the Scanner Setting the Magnification Calibrating the Scanner Select Write image to file Making a Test ScanMm double Autofocusing Checking the Scan Scanning the ImageMaintaining the Equipment Cleaning ProceduresCleaning the Lens Cleaning the Light Bar Replacing the Lamp Replacement ProceduresLeads Replacing the Round Balance Filters Maintaining the Equipment Replacing the Square IR Filter Maintaining the Equipment Maintaining the Equipment Appendix a Using the Service and Assembly Module SAM Backing Up Scanner Files Installing the Service and Assembly Module SAM SoftwareUsing the Operations Controls Performing the Functions on the Mag/Focus Tab Performing an Autofocus Setting the MagnificationUsing the Service and Assembly Module SAM Calibrating the Scanner Setting Image Processing ParametersUsing the Capture Tab Scanning the Image Data Setting the Scan AreaUsing the Miscellaneous Tab Backing Up and Restoring Files Using the Service and Assembly Module SAM Recommended Accessories Appendix B Ordering Accessories and SuppliesAccessories Supplies Site Specifications Appendix C Scanner SpecificationsScanner Specifications Appendix D Using the Long Roll Accessory Downloading the Software and Firmware from Installing the Software for the Long Roll AccessoryUpgrading the Scanner’s Firmware Using the Long Roll Accessory Overview of Parts Installing or Removing the Long Roll AccessoryPreparing the Scanner for the Long Roll Accessory Mounting screws Connector Guide pins Attaching the Long Roll Accessory to the Scanner Alignment block Dowel pin Long Roll Accessory Rear mounting Unlatching the Gate Actuator Latching and Unlatching the Gate ActuatorLatching the Gate Actuator 120/220 Installing the Aperture PlateRemoving the Long Roll Accessory from the Scanner Punch Sensors Setting the Punch Reader Height for the Current Film SizeAdjusting the Core Locator Height on the Spindle Loading and Threading Film Threading the Film Install the film on the spindle Setting the Punch Reader Height Click Load Film 120/220 Installing the Adjustment ToolVisually Checking the Punch Reader Height Adjusting the Punch Reader Height Preparing and Loading the Film Appendix D-1 Calibrating the Sensor OffsetsUsing the Long Roll Accessory SAM, select ViewFilm Controls Setting the Lens Magnification Set the Line Offset y to Set Pixel Summing to Type -1 in the First Punch Number field Locating the First Punched FrameUsing the Long Roll Accessory Checking the Alignment and Adjusting the Sensor Offsets Set Position Button Increments to 0.05 inches Using the Long Roll Accessory Using the Long Roll Accessory Recording the Highest Numbers on the LEDs Appendix D-2 Determining and Setting the Trigger PointsDetermining the Left Trigger Point Determining the Right Trigger Point Setting the Trigger Points at the Scanner Appendix D-3 Maintenance Cleaning the Punch Readers Cleaning the Rollers On the Film Controls window, click Stop Resetting the Sensors to the Factory Values Appendix D-4 Initial Setup of SensorsProgramming the Left Sensor Programming the Sensors for the Long Roll AccessoryProgramming the Right Sensor Appendix D-5 Table of Scan Area Values Punching Appendix D-6 Film Splicing and Editing GuidelinesNumerics IndexIndex Index Index