How to Scan the Film on a Canon MP810
Canon's MP810 was released in 2006 as part of the company's Pixma printer line. In addition to printing high resolution images, the all-in-one device can scan 35mm negative strips or individual slides. Included with the MP810 is a negative carrier tray which holds the film flat during scanning for optimum resolution and image sharpness. With a bit of preparation, you'll be viewing your old 35mm negatives as convenient digital copies in no time.
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Instructions
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Ensure that your MP810 is connected to an electrical outlet and your computer via USB cable. For best results, work in a well-lit, dust free space.
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Open the top of your MP810 to expose the scanning glass. In the underside of the lid you will notice a thin white strip which allows for the scanning of transparent materials such as film.
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Clean dust particles off of your 35mm film using an air blower brush. The cleaner your film is prior to scanning, the better your digital copies will look. Open the negative carrier tray and place the film in so that the emulsion side, or matte side, faces up. Close the negative carrier.
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Place the carrier tray on the scanning glass and close the lid. The film should be directly beneath the thin white strip as you close the lid.
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Press the "Scan" button on the MP810's main control panel. Note the prompt window that appears on your computer screen. Click "Browse" to select where you want your digital copies to be saved.
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Make any other alterations you wish. From the prompt window you can adjust the resolution, sharpness and color balance of your resulting images. In most cases, leaving each setting at "Auto" will provide excellent results.
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Select the "OK" or "Scan Now" button to begin scanning your film. Once the process completes, view your digital copies by browsing to the save location you specified earlier.
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Tips & Warnings
Ensure that the resolution, indicated in dots per inch or DPI, is above 72 if you will be sharing the images online. If you will be printing the images, increase the resolution to 300 DPI.
Never clean your 35mm negatives with water or chemicals, as this may ruin the preserved image.
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