User’s ManualDevice Registration(Windows Only)SetupScanningFilm Holders forthe 8000 EDNikon ScanReferenceEn
viiiIntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon SUPER COOLSCAN 8000 ED (8000 ED). This manualdescribes how to care for, install, and use your
90Using the FH-869S Holder for Brownie FilmThe FH-869S is used when scanning medium-format (120/220) or 59 mm × 82 mm film forelectron microscopes. T
91Insert the film with the matte emulsion surface down (the shiny surface up), with the end ofthe film against the stop, then lower the upper holders
92Curled FilmFollow the steps below to remove curl from medium-format film.1Slide the latch in the direction indicated by the arrow.LatchFilm that has
93Removing Film from the HolderOpen the upper cover and take hold of the film by the edge at the rear of the holder.Once scanning is complete, press t
94When scanning UseOptional HoldersFive types of holder are available for separate purchase, each for use with a different type offilm.Medium-format f
95When scanning UseFH-816 16-mm film holderThe FH-816 can be used to scan from one to three strips of 16-mm filmup to twenty frames in lengthFH-8G1 me
96Using the FH-869M Holder for Mounted Brownie FilmThe FH-869M is used when scanning mounted medium-format (Brownie) film. It can be usedto scan up t
97Thumbnails are displayed in the thumbnail drawer in the scan window in the order shownbelow.Direction ofinsertionCautionsDo not place negative and p
98Once scanning is complete, press the eject button on the front of the scanner or click the ejectbutton in the scan window to eject the holder. Remo
99Using the FH-869G Glass-Covered Holder for Brownie FilmThe FH-869G is used when scanning medium-format (120/220) or 59 mm × 82 mm film forelectron m
1SetupThis chapter describes how to set up the scanner, how to installNikon Scan, and how to connect the scanner. It also describeshow to care for yo
100Placing Seals Between FramesNewton’s rings (a radial interference pattern) may appear when you scan film that has been bent out ofshape or otherwis
1013With the shiny surface of the film up (the emulsion side with seals in place down), place the filmbetween the film guides with the beginning of th
102Removing Film from the HolderOpen the glass cover and tilt the holder so that the film slides to the depressions in the lowerholder, then insert yo
103Using the FH-869GR Glass-Covered Rotating Holder for Brownie FilmThe FH-869GR is used when scanning medium-format (120/220) film, 59 mm × 82 mm fil
104When scanning with the FH-869GR, be sure to use a mask suited to the film to be scanned andto align the frame to be scanned with the aperture in th
105The film angle can be adjusted up to ±5°. Loosen the locking screw by rotating it counter-clockwise and adjust the film angle, using the marks at
106Removing Film from the HolderOpen the upper cover and insert your fingers in the depressions in the lower holder to pick thefilm up by its edges.De
107Using the FH-816 Holder for 16-mm Film StripsThe FH-816 is used when scanning strips of 16-mm film up to twenty frames in length. Up tothree film
108Masking SheetsWhen scanning film one or two strips at a time, be sure to cover the remaining apertures with a maskingsheet.When scanning two or thr
109Inserting Film and Masking SheetsMake sure that the film and masking sheets ( 108) are inserted between the guides. If youinsert the holder into
2Before Using Your ScannerConnecting the Scanner• Connect the scanner directly to the computer as described in “Connecting the Scan-ner” ( 25). The
110••••••4142434445••••••60••••••••2122232425••••••40••••••••12345 • •••••20••Thumbnails are displayed in the thumbnail drawer in the scan window in t
111Removing Film from the HolderOpen the holder as described on page 107 and remove the film. Insert your fingers in the holesin the lower holder and
112Using the FH-8G1 Medical HolderThe FH-8G1 is used when scanning 26 mm × 76 mm glass microscope slides containing pre-pared tissue samples. Up to t
113Once scanning is complete, press the eject button on the front of the scanner or click the ejectbutton in the scan window to eject the holder. Rem
114Removing Slides from the HolderSlide the slides out from under the clips that hold them in place.CautionsDo not use force when removing slides from
115Nikon ScanThis chapter provides a brief overview of Nikon Scan, the soft-ware that drives your Nikon scanner. For more information, seethe Nikon S
116Windows MacintoshTo get the most from your scanner, please read the documentation provided.Windows Macintosh4Double-click the Setup (Windows) or in
1175Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.Once installation is complete, you will be able to view the Nikon Scan Reference Manual
118The Scan WindowThe Parts of the Scan WindowAGFHCDEIB
119HGCBADEFIControl areaContains the most frequently used scanning and preview controls.Information panelProvides information on current scan settings
3Get to Know Your ScannerYour ScannerFront ViewRear View쐇 Power switchPress this switch to turn the scanner on andoff.쐋 Eject buttonUse this button to
120The Control AreaZoom ButtonsAutofocus ButtonClick to focus the scanner on the center of theimage, or control-click (Windows) or option-click (Macin
121Media Type Menu 1Adjusts scanner settings to match the media inthe scanner.Window Buttons• Prefs: click to open the preferences dialog•Help: click
122The Information PanelShows the orientation of the preview imagerelative to the original, reflecting any flips orrotations that have been performed.
123Scans the image and opens it in the host appli-cation (if multiple frames are selected in thethumbnail drawer, each frame will be scannedand opened
124The Tool ChestUse these tools to select the portion of the im-age to be scanned (the “crop”) and to rotateand flip the image prior to scanning. Yo
125Analog GainUsing analog gain, you can adjust colors by di-rectly altering the exposure value for each ofthe colored elements in the scanner’s light
126This window shows the progress of preview and scan operations. The current task can becancelled by clicking the Stop button. Tasks that have yet
127ReferenceThis chapter includes maintenance tips, troubleshooting instruc-tions, product specifications, and an index.Maintenance ...
128MaintenanceCaring for Your ScannerStoring the ScannerWhen not using the scanner, turn it off, remove any holders from the scanner, and slide thecov
129Cleaning the ScannerBefore cleaning the scanner, turn it off and unplug the power cord. The front of the scanner ismade of plastic, and consequent
4AccessoriesAfter unpacking the scanner, check that the package contains all the items listed below. Con-tact your retailer immediately should you fi
130Caring for HoldersStorageWhen not using the holders, remove them from the scanner. If you will not be using a holderfor an extended period, store
131TroubleshootingShould you encounter problems with your scanner, refer to the following section and the trouble-shooting section in the Nikon Scan R
1327968899The quality of scannedimages is poor•The film is not properly placed in the holderEject the holder and reposition the film.• The holder was
133Problem Possible Cause 26252614859–27148• The scanner is offTurn the scanner on.• The interface cable is not properly connectedAfter confirming tha
134SpecificationsScanner SpecificationsSUPER COOLSCAN 8000 ED (LS-8000 ED)Film • 35-mm film: Positive and negative film, both color and monochrome, ma
135Interface IEEE1394Power supply AC 100–240 V, 50/60 HzOperating environment •Temperature: +10 – +35°C (+50 – +95°F)•Humidity: 20–60%Dimensions 245 ×
136Holder SpecificationsFH-835S Holder for 35-mm Strip FilmFilm One to two strips of 35-mm film containing a maximum of six frames eachDimensions 130
137Specifications for Optional HoldersFH-869G Glass-Covered Holder for Brownie FilmFilm 6 × 4.5: 1–4 frames6 × 6: 1–3 frames6 × 7, 6 × 8, 6 × 9: 1–2 f
138AAccessories ... 4Adobe Acrobat Reader installer icon ... 116Analog gain ...
5CD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMCD-ROMNikon Scan 3.1 CD-ROM (1)This CD contains driver software for your Nikonscanner. Dependi
6Before connecting the power and interface cables, choose a flat, stable location for your scan-ner close to the computer and to a suitable power outl
7Protect Your FilmThe Digital ICE photo retouch function built into your Nikon scanner can be used to eliminatethe effects of dust, scratches, and sur
8Do not turn other devices on or off or disconnect interface cables while scanning isin progress (i.e., while the scanner status LED is blinking slowl
9Installing the IEEE 1394/Firewire Interface BoardIf your computer is not already equipped with a built-in IEEE 1394 interface port or a suitableexpan
Install Nikon Scan scanner driver softwareThe procedure for installing the soft-ware differs depending on whetheryou are using a Windows or Macintoshc
10Installing the IEEE 1394/Firewire Interface Board in a PCI SlotAfter turning the computer off and disconnecting all cables, insert the interface boa
11Installing the Drivers for the IEEE 1394/Firewire Interface Board (Windows Only)After installing the interface board in a PCI slot, closing the comp
12Windows 2000 ProfessionalThe first time the computer is powered on with the board in place, Windows 2000 will auto-matically install the board drive
13Windows Millennium Edition (Me)The first time the computer is powered on with the board in place, Windows Me will automati-cally install the board d
143The dialog shown at right will be dis-played. After making sure that noneof the options are selected, click Next.2Select Search for the best drive
155The dialog shown at right will be dis-played. Click Next.6If the Insert Disk dialog is displayed, in-sert the Windows 98 Second Edition CDinto the
16Installing Nikon ScanBefore you can connect your scanner to your computer, you will need to install Nikon Scan 3driver software for your scanner. T
17Installing the IEEE 1394 Update for Windows 98 Second EditionThis section describes how to install the IEEE 1394 update required when using the scan
18What to do when the CD-ROM does not start automatically.If the Welcome dialog does not appear when the CD-ROM is inserted in the drive:1. Double cli
19Choosing the correct color-space profile is very important if the scanner is to be used in aprofessional setting, for example as a part of a product
iProduct DocumentationThe documentation for this product includes the manuals listed below. Please be sure to readall instructions thoroughly.User’s
206Choose sRGB from the list of color-space profiles and click OK. More in-formation about the different profilesis available in the Nikon Scan Refer
21Installing Nikon Scan on a MacintoshBefore installing Nikon Scan, turn your computer on and wait for it to start up. Check to makesure that:• The s
222When the installer starts, click Con-tinue… to display the license agree-ment. Clicking Accept displays theReadMe file. Take a few moments toread
234Once the Nikon Scan program fileshave been copied to disk, a color-spaceselection wizard will be displayed.Click Use Wizard to have the wizardassis
247Nikon Scan 3 can be used to scan im-ages directly into any application thatsupports Adobe Photoshop 5.0 ac-quire plug-ins. The installer will dis-
25Connect the Power CableBefore connecting the power cables, be sure the scanner is off. Attach the female end of thepower cable to the AC connector
26Turn the Scanner OnBefore turning the scanner on for the first time, confirm that the Nikon Scan 3.1 CD is in yourcomputer’s CD-ROM drive. Press th
27Device Registration(Windows Only)The first time you connect the scanner to a Windows computer,you will need to “register” the scanner with the syste
28Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP ProfessionalRegistering the Scanner with Windows XP1Turn the scanner onThe first time the computer detects thesca
294Click Continue AnywayClick Continue Anyway to begin instal-lation of the files need to register the scan-ner.5Click FinishClick Finish to complete
iiKeep small objects out of reach of childrenParticular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting small parts of the equipment into their m
30Confirming Device Registration (Windows XP)After registering the scanner, confirm that the device is working normally as described below.1Turn the s
315Confirm that the scanner is working properlyDouble-click the listing for your scannerthat appears under “Imaging devices.”The scanner Properties di
32Updating the Device Driver (Windows XP)If the scanner is not listed under “Imaging devices” in the Device Manager or the message“This device is work
334Select ls8000xp.infSelect ls8000xp.inf in the list of driversand click Next.“ls8000xp.inf”If ls8000xp.inf is not visible in the list,drag the scrol
34Logging OnLog on as the Administrator when registering the scanner.The Welcome WindowIf the Welcome program starts automatically whenyou insert the
353Select Specify a locationSelect Specify a location and click Next.4Click Browse…When the dialog shown at right is dis-played, click Browse….5Select
366Confirm the file pathThe dialog shown at right will be displayed.Confirm that the path “\INF\LS8000\Win2000”appears after the drive letter of the C
37The dialog shown at right will be displayedwhile Windows registers the scanner.10Restart the computerClick Yes to restart the computer.11Confirm dev
38Confirming Device Registration (Windows 2000 Professional)After registering the scanner, confirm that the device is working normally as described be
395Confirm that the scanner is working properlyDouble-click the listing for your scannerthat appears under “Imaging devices.”The scanner Properties di
iiiUse an appropriate power supplyUse an AC power supply of 50/60Hz and a voltage of from 100V–240V. Use a power cord rated for the appropriate volta
40Updating the Device Driver (Windows 2000 Professional)If the scanner is not listed under “Imaging devices” in the Device Manager or the message“This
414Select the search optionSelect the search option and click Next.5Insert the Nikon Scan 3 CDHolding down the shift key to prevent theWelcome program
42The Welcome WindowIf the Welcome program starts automatically whenyou insert the Nikon Scan CD, click Exit to closethe Welcome window.Windows Millen
434Restart the computerClick Yes to restart the computer.5Confirm device registrationConfirm that the scanner has been correctly registered with the s
44Confirming Device Registration (Windows Me)After registering the scanner, confirm that the device is working normally as described below.1Turn the s
455Confirm that the scanner is working properlyDouble-click the listing for your scannerthat appears under “Imaging Device.”The scanner Properties dia
46Updating the Device Driver (Windows Me)If the scanner is not listed under “Imaging Device” in the Device Manager or the message“This device is worki
474Select the search optionSelect the search option and click Next.5Select LS8000ME.INFSelect LS8000ME.INF in the list of driv-ers and click OK.“LS800
48Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)Registering the Scanner with Windows 98 SEBefore beginning device registration, make sure that you have completed the
49The Welcome WindowIf the Welcome program starts automatically whenyou insert the Nikon Scan CD, click Exit to closethe Welcome window.Navigate to “C
ivCAUTIONSModificationsThe FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this devicethat are not expressly approved b
505Select the Win98SE folderThe Browse for Folder dialog will be dis-played. Select the “Win98SE” folderunder “Nkscan” > “INF” > “Ls8000” andcl
51Confirming Device Registration (Windows 98 SE)After registering the scanner, confirm that the device is working normally as described below.1Turn th
525Confirm that the scanner is working properlyDouble-click the listing for your scannerthat appears under “Imaging Device.”The scanner Properties dia
53Updating the Device Driver (Windows 98 SE)If the scanner is not listed under “Imaging Device” in the Device Manager or the message“This device is wo
547Begin installation of the device driversA dialog will be displayed stating thatWindows has found the drivers for thedevice. Click Next.8Click Fini
55ScanningThis chapter describes how to make your first scan.Step 1—Ready the Film ... 56Step 2—Place the Film in the Holder
56Step 1—Ready the FilmThe holder you will use depends on the type of film scanned. This example illustrates how toscan 35-mm film using the FH-835S
57With the holder oriented so that the insertion guide is to the left, insert your fingers into theholes in the lower portion holder to unlatch the ho
58Step 2—Place the Film in the HolderPlace the film to be scanned in the holder with the matte emulsion surface down (the shinysurface up) and the fra
59Openings are provided in the upper cover to allow you to adjust the position of film beforelatching the cover closed. Using these openings, insert
vNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference CausingEquipment Regulations.
60Step 3—Insert the HolderAfter confirming that the status LED is glowing steadily, slide a holder into the holder slot asshown below, with the insert
61Step 4—Scan the SlideThe actual scan is performed using Nikon Scan (for detailed information on using Nikon Scan,see the Nikon Scan 3 Software Manua
62Using Nikon ScanThis example illustrates how to scan 35-mm film using the FH-835S film holder.Using Nikon scan for the First TimeThe first time you
631Choose the type of film to be scannedfrom the Nikon Scan media-typemenu.2Choose a color model from the color-model menu. Calibrated RGB is thebest
643Choose the frames to be scannedClick the thumbnail drawer tab to open the thumbnail drawer (the thumbnail drawer isnot available when the optional
65If the thumbnail drawer is too small to display all frames at once, you can enlarge the drawer bydragging the lower right corner, or use the scroll
664Click the Preview buttonClick the Preview button to create a preview of the image to be scanned. You can alsocreate a preview by double-clicking a
67Pg. For more information on:40 The Tool Chest5Adjust scan settingsFor steps 6 through 10, you will use the tools in the “Tool Chest.” The Tool Ches
686Rotate or flip the imageIf necessary, you can rotate or flip the preview image. Click the triangle at the top leftcorner of the Layout Tools palet
69ImportantBecause of the complexity of the processing involved, Digital ICE3 operations require additional time toperform. The time required is dete
viTable of ContentsProduct Documentation ... iFor Your
708Select a cropSelect a portion of the image for scanning. This selection is referred to as the “crop.”Click the Crop tool ( ) in the Layout Tools p
71Pg. For more information on:46 The Crop palette9Choose an output size and resolutionIf desired, you can specify the dimensions and resolution of the
72• Keep this cropChoose Keep this crop when you want to select the precise area to be scanned using themouse, then adjust the output resolution and s
73ClickPg. For more information on:63 Curves76 Color Balance78 The LCH Editor85 Unsharp Mask10Adjust color, contrast, and sharpnessColor, contrast, br
74When using Nikon Scan as a stand-alone application, you can use the Ctrl-T (Windows) or -T (Macintosh)keyboard shortcut to switch between the Proce
75Scanned images can be saved and reopened for editing in another application, such asPhotoshop.MacintoshWindows11Click the Scan button to begin scann
76ImportantThe holder will automatically be ejected if you turn the scanner off and then on again.CautionDo not, under any circumstances, touch the ho
7713Exit Nikon Scan and turn the scanner off13-1. Eject the holderPress the eject button to eject the holder (see step 12).13-2. Close the sliding cov
7813-4. Turn the scanner offIf you are using a Macintosh or a computer running Windows XP or Windows 2000Professional, wait for the status LED to stop
79Film Holders for the 8000 EDThis chapter describes how to insert film in the various types offilm holder available for the 8000 ED.Holders Provided
viiFilm Holders for the 8000 ED ... 79Holders Provided with Your Scanner ...
80When scanning Use35-mm film strips up to sixframes in lengthMedium-format (120/220)film stripsMounted 35-mm slidesHolders Provided with Your Scanner
81Using the FH-835S Holder for 35-mm Film StripsThe FH-835S is used when scanning strips of 35-mm film up to six frames in length. Up to twofilm stri
82CautionsUse only one type of film at a time. Do not place negative and positive film in the holder at thesame time.To avoid damaging the film, use
83Openings are provided in the upper cover to allow you to adjust the position of film beforelatching the cover closed. Using these openings, insert
84Masking SheetsWhen scanning film strips one at a time, be sure to cover the remaining apertures with a masking sheet.Make sure to place the film str
85Inserting Film and Masking SheetsCut the masking sheets to the length needed to cover open apertures. Make sure that the filmand masking sheets are
86Removing Film from the HolderOpen the holder as described above and remove the film. Insert your fingers in the holes in thelower holder and pick t
87Using the FH-835M Holder for Mounted 35-mm SlidesThe FH-835M is used when scanning mounted 35-mm slides. Up to five slides can be placed inthe hold
88CautionsMounts must be 1.0–3.2 mm in thickness. Other mounts can not be used.Do not use force when inserting slides. Failure to observe this preca
89Once scanning is complete, press the eject button on the front of the scanner or click the ejectbutton in the scan window to eject the holder. Remo
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