User manual NIKON SF-100

[. . . ] IBM PC/AT is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Other brand or product names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. -2- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable to operate the equipment. protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. [. . . ] · Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample". The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government without obtaining approval from the government is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited. · Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc. ), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons. · Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs which are copyrighted creative works is prohibited except when it is done for personal use at home or for similar restricted and non-commercial use. -5- 1. Overview Thank you for purchasing the NIKON Auto Slide Feeder for the 35mm Film Scanner LS-1000. This manual describes the procedures unpacking, setting up, and connecting the unit, with emphasis on hardware use and cautions. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure proper operation of your scanner. We hope that you will find this manual helpful. 1. 1 Features The SF-100 is an Auto Slide Feeder designed specifically for use with the NIKON 35mm Film Scanner LS-1000. It allows consecutive automatic scanning of mounted 35mm slides. · Enables consecutive scanning using the software provided with the LS-1000. · Holds up to 72 1. 1mm thick mounted slides. (Magazine space of 80mm. ) · Can be attached to the LS-1000 without using connecting cables. -6- 1. 2 Operating Environment Leave extra space around and above the unit to ensure smooth operation. Please refer to the drawing at right for the amount of space to be provided. If possible, place a suitable cover over the unit to avoid dust accumulating when it is stored. The necessary space when the Auto Slide Feeder SF-100 is attached is shown below. ® ® 4inches (10cm) ® 23. 6 (60cm) ® ® 2 (5cm) -7- ® ® 6inches (15cm) ® ® ® 2 (5cm) 2. Before Operation 2. 1 Inspection Inspect the package to see whether any damage has occurred during shipment. If there is any damage to the package, please contact your retailer directly and do not unpack the unit. 2. 3 Notes on Use · Don't use a slide mount neither less than 1. 1mm nor more than 3. 0mm thick. If the slide mount is not flat on its surface, you may feel some roughness when mounting or unmounting the slide. · Don't force the slide-mount into or out of the unit if it does not move smoothly. · When scanning a film, don't touch or unmount the slide-mount or strip film holder. · Keep the unit in a horizontal position. [. . . ] Always detach the feeder before the scanner is moved. - 11 - 4. 2 Setting Mounted Slides Set the slides to be read by LS-1000 in the insertion side of the magazine. Step 1 Open the magazine cover. Step 2 Next, grip the slide push plate in the insertion side with your fingers, pull it back against the spring, and catch it in the notch so that it cannot return to its original position. Insert Guide Stickers Magazine Cover Note: Make sure that the slides are inserted with the emulsion surface (rough surface) toward the slide push plate. Ejection Magazine Insertion Magazine - 12 - Note: Make sure that the slides are inserted with the longer sides of the film at the top and bottom. Inserting the slide with the shorter sides at the top and bottom may result in damage to the film or mount. Slides can be placed in the insertion side of the magazine up to the reference mark. Remarks Do not insert slides beyond the reference mark, as this may cause them to jam. Note: Insert Guide Stickers shown below help you to insert slides correctly. [. . . ]