Nikon LS4000 user manual Protect Your Film

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The Digital ICE photo retouch function built into your Nikon scanner can be used to eliminate the effects of dust, scratches, and surface defects on your film. To ensure the best possible results and to prevent damage to slides or film, however, be sure to protect your film from dust, fingerprints, and condensation as described below.

Fingerprints can be removed with a soft, dry cloth. Be careful not to scratch the surface of the film when removing fingerprints.

Remove dust from the film with a blower.

The film base and emulsion will deteriorate if exposed to high temperatures or humidity. Use the scanner at the temperature and humidity given in the specifica- tions (see below).

Sudden changes in temperature and humidity, even when within the limits given in the specifications, can cause condensation on the film. Before using film, check to be sure that no condensation is present.

If condensation is present on the film, leave the film out until it dries. Condensation can cause damage when film is inserted in the scanner.

Before inserting film in the scanner, remove dirt and dust with a blower to protect the surface of the film from scratches. Dirt and dust can also interfere with the operation of the scanner, causing scanning errors or malfunctions.

The operating temperature and humidity for your scanner are:

Temperature: +10 – +35°C (+50 – +95°F)

Humidity: 20 – 60%

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