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How to use the Microfilm Scanner at Morris Library
Loading a Roll of Film
1. Raise the glass. Pull the carrier handle forward until the glass is fully raised.
2. Place the film roll. Put the film roll on the left supply reel, with the film coming off the top of the roll and feeding to the right (see diagram).
3. Thread the film. Guide the film:
- Under the first white spindle
- Under the raised glass
- Under the second white spindle on the right
- Into the slot on the right take‑up reel (see diagram)
Tip:
- Make sure there is no slack in the film on the left supply reel before threading.
- If the film leader slips off the take‑up reel, turn the take‑up reel clockwise 1–2 turns to wrap the film securely.
4. Lower the glass. Push the carrier handle back to lower the glass and move the film under the camera.
5. Position the image. Press the red right‑arrow button to advance the film until an image appears and is centered in the preview window.
Capture, Save & Share Images
1. Browse the film. Use the controls to move through the film:
>= move forward slowly>>= move forward faster<and<<= rewind
2. Find the image you want to capture. Browse until the desired image appears in the preview window.
3. Capture the image. Click CAPTURE on the left side of the main window. Captured images will appear in the Capture Bin.
4. Adjust the image (optional). Click ADJUST to change brightness, contrast, or orientation. You can save adjustment settings and reuse them later by selecting the saved name from the dropdown and clicking Load Settings.
5. Repeat as needed. Continue browsing and capturing until all required images are collected.
6. Save, print, or share images. Once finished, choose one of the following:
- Instant Print
- Instant USB
- Share (to save or distribute files)
When saving:
- Select the images
- Choose a file location
- Enter a base filename
- Select Print, Disk, or USB
- Click Start
7. Delete images (optional). After sharing or saving, select any images you no longer need and click Delete.
8. Return to browsing. To capture additional images, click BROWSE in the top‑left corner of the window.