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Using The ANR Insert for 35 mm FilmWARNING: The ANR Inserts edges have been lightly swiped by the glass cutter but have not beenfully rounded. Use protective gloves with the ANR Insert unless you are sure the light swiping isenough to prevent cuts to your skin.

An online versionof this page with color images can be found at:

http://www.betterscanning.com/scanning/usinginsert35.html

Understanding the Correct Orientation and Insertion of the Glass

Hold the ANR Insert at an angle to your rooms light source to determine which side of the insert has theetched surface. The two images below should help you determine the etched vs. the un-etched sides othe glass.

This first image shows the un-etched side of the glass. Notice the glare

and the sharp/well defined reflection of the tree and clouds. You DO NOTwant your film to touch this side of the glass.

This second image shows the etched side of the insert. It is actuallyreflecting part of the same scene as shown above. However, pleasenotice there are no defined shapes in this reflection. In practical terms,you cannot distinguish the reflection of the tree. You want this side ofthe glass to come into contact against the film when the ANR Insert

is placed down into the holder!

Before placing the 35 mm ANR Insert into the holder, the Epson holder'sdetachable plastic snap-in frame must be removed from the holder.

Note that the film can't be inserted all the way to the end of the filmchannel due to the fact that one end of the film channel has clips on bothsides (highlighted by arrows in the picture to the left).

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When the film and ANR Insert are correctly inserted, observe how the film doesnot extend out past the end of the ANR Insert.

Using the 35 mm InsertThe ANR Insert is fairly simple to use with 35 mm film. Film is placed normally in the holder and the ANR Insert placed on top the film instead of using the Epson holder's snap-in frame.

Film must be placed into the film holder so the film arches up and away from thescanner's glass bed.

You DO NOT want to insert the film into the holder so that the center of the film bows/sags down toward thescanner's glass bed. Improper insertion could lead to poor focus and/or Newton Rings if the bowing is significanenough. Correct orientation will allow the ANR Insert to flatten the film.

Epson recommends inserting the film so the emulsion side (dull side) is facing up and away from the scannersglass, thus the manufacturers edge markings on the film appear to read backwards (as viewed when the insert isplaced into the holder). If your film is relatively flat, orient the film this way first, but dont be afraid to experimentwith the orientation of the emulsion. If you scan your film emulsion side down, you will need to reverse or flipyour image to make it laterally correct. This is easily accomplished in Photoshop by using the following menu

commands: Image > Rotate Canvas > Flip Horizontal.

Very Stiff Film

Some films are sostiff that the 35 mm ANR Insert cannot flatten them down via its own weight. In this case, afteyou insert the 35 mm ANR Insert into the holder you can tape across the ends of the insert to press it down.Alternatively, you can build up the thickness of the OEM Epson 35 mm film holders posts by wrapping tapearound the little protrusions/towers located along the edge of the film channel. The increased thickness will thusact to wedge the ANR Insert in tight when it is placed down into the film holder.

CleaningA 3M microfiber cloth is recommended for general light cleaning of the ANR Insert. (These cloths are also greafor cleaning your scanners glass!) Wal-Mart sells these for just a few dollars or they can usually be found in anystore that sells optical products.

According to the glass manufacturers representative, Windex and a soft clean cloth can be used to clean theANR Insert if a light polishing with a microfiber cloth does not produce adequate results. The representative saidan alcohol-based glass cleaner may work somewhat better on the etched side of the insert if you have a stubborsmudge that has embedded itself very deep into the etching.

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Important Safety and Legal InformationFor all of the MF Film Holdermodels and the ANR Insert

WARNING: These devices utilize small parts and/or glass and which could possibly be a chokinghazard. Additionally, all the items (and especially the glass items) could have sharp edges. Store allparts of these devices in a safe and secure location that is away from children. Handle the glass edgeswith care. The ANR Inserts edges have been lightly swiped by the glass cutter but have not been ful

rounded. Use protective gloves with the ANR Insert unless you are surethe light swiping is enough toprevent injuries to your skin.

Return Policy

Please contact me immediately if you should have a problem with your order and I will make every reasonableeffort to correct it as fast as possible. Returns can only be accepted for products with manufacturing defects (tryon approval/evaluation type purchases are not offered) and will only be accepted for return with a valid RMA(return merchandise authorization) number that has been issued by DSF OmniCorp, LLC. This number mustplaced prominently on the outside of the items packaging and the item must be shipped with postage andinsuranceprepaid. All returns are subject to verification and inspection.

DAMAGED MERCHANDISE

Inspect your shipment immediately upon delivery. In the event that you discover damage, please keep alloriginal packing materials (a must!) and e-mail me for immediate customer service. Damaged items can only bereplaced if you bought insurance and any claims must be made within three days of receipt of your order.

Warranty

The warranty for this product is available to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. All items will bereplaced, or the original purchase price (less original shipping) will be refunded (at the manufacturers option), duto defects in manufacturing for 90 days from date of purchase. The manufacturer is not responsible for actualand/or consequential damage due to abuse, misuse, or unintended use of these products. Items returned forwarranty claims must be shipped prepaid and insured.

Disclaimer of Warranties

No information obtained by you from any other source outside of this document which is also found on the

Important Safety and Legal Information website for the MF Film Holder models (including original and dualvariations) and the ANR Insert (and available in printed form upon request) shall create any warranty notexpressly stated by the Important Safety and Legal Information webpage/document. See the Limitation ofLiability stated below.

Limitation of Liability

The MF Film Holder (including original and dual versions) and ANR Insert have been/are marketed, sold,warranted and supported solelyby DSF OmniCorp, LLC. Similar to when using the original manufacturersfilm/negative/slide holders, it is possible that your film could somehow be damaged during the use of theseproducts. To the extent permitted by applicable law and to the extent that DSF OmniCorp, LLC is otherwise founresponsible for any damages, DSF OmniCorp, LLC is responsible only for actual damages to the MF Film

Holder(including original and dual versions) or ANR Insert. To the extent permitted by law, in no event shallDSF OmniCorp, LLC, its officers, its employees, its affiliates, its licensors, its suppliers or any third parties beliable for any incidental, indirect, exemplary, punitive or consequential damages, lost profits, or other damages

resulting from the use or failure of the MF Film Holder(including original and dual variants) or ANR Insert. Tothe extent permitted by law, the remedies stated for you in this warranty document are exclusive and are limited tthose expressly provided for in this warranty document.

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