Microtek 1000xl Supplementary Manual
30 ScanMaker i900 Supplement
Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP)
The Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) is a scanner calibration and profiling utility
program designed exclusively for Microtek scanners. Used together with the color
calibration target, the ICC Profiler determines the color attributes of your scanner
accurately, then generates an ICC profile tailored exclusively for the scanner that you
are using under ScanWizard Pro.
program designed exclusively for Microtek scanners. Used together with the color
calibration target, the ICC Profiler determines the color attributes of your scanner
accurately, then generates an ICC profile tailored exclusively for the scanner that you
are using under ScanWizard Pro.
MSP and IT8 Calibration Data Installation
Before installing MSP, ScanWizard Pro needs to be installed on your system. This will
ensure that the MSP utility will install and function properly.
ensure that the MSP utility will install and function properly.
To install MSP, take note of the following:
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For PC:
Following the ScanWizard Pro installation and the MSP installation will
automatically launch. Follow the on-screen instructions to install and you will be
prompted to insert the IT8 Calibration Data CD included in your software kit. Insert
the IT8 Calibration Data CD to ensure that the MSP utility will have the latest color
profile targets to reference. Then the MSP installation is complete.
prompted to insert the IT8 Calibration Data CD included in your software kit. Insert
the IT8 Calibration Data CD to ensure that the MSP utility will have the latest color
profile targets to reference. Then the MSP installation is complete.
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For Mac OS X: Double click the MSP installer icon. After installing the software,
insert the IT8 Calibration Data CD and double-click the IT8 installer icon. Follow
the on-screen instructions to install the IT8 Calibration Data to ensure that the
MSP utility will have the latest color profile targets to reference. Then the MSP
installation is complete.
insert the IT8 Calibration Data CD and double-click the IT8 installer icon. Follow
the on-screen instructions to install the IT8 Calibration Data to ensure that the
MSP utility will have the latest color profile targets to reference. Then the MSP
installation is complete.
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For Mac OS 9.x: Double-click the Scanner ICC Profiler folder, then double-click the
ICC Profiler installer icon.
ICC Profiler installer icon.
Calibration Kit
The calibration kit for your MSP program comprises two industry-standard color
targets: a Reflective target (IT8, size 5" x 7"); and a Transparency target (IT8, size 4" x 5").
targets: a Reflective target (IT8, size 5" x 7"); and a Transparency target (IT8, size 4" x 5").
The calibration targets are very delicate and must be handled carefully. Take note of
the following:
the following:
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Gently remove targets from their respective protective sleeves and avoid touching
the target image surface.
the target image surface.
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When not in use, keep targets in their sleeves and keep away from light and heat.
Note: To keep the colors in your scanner consistent, you should perform color
calibration on a regular basis. Professional photographers, graphic designers or
others who require extremely precise color may wish to calibrate the scanner every
time it is used.
calibration on a regular basis. Professional photographers, graphic designers or
others who require extremely precise color may wish to calibrate the scanner every
time it is used.
Positioning the Target
Proper positioning of the target on the scanner is important for successful calibration.
Incorrect positioning of the target will result in an unsuccessful calibration.
Incorrect positioning of the target will result in an unsuccessful calibration.