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- What
are the differences between the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Film
Scanner and the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Plus Film Scanner?
- Speed
The RFS 3570 plus film scanner features a new light emitting diode
(LED) light source that eliminates the need for a mechanical color
wheel to allow for faster scans and lowers service costs. A newly
designed motherboard exports 12-bit data directly to the host
computer and image processing on the host computer takes advantage
of today's faster computers. These improvements cut scanning times
by up to seventy-five percent over the RFS 3570 film scanner.
- Image
Quality
The RFS 3570 plus film scanner's new imaging subsystem enhances
scans by reducing flare and providing improved image quality,
including better color, sharpness and saturation. This leads to
a dynamic range of 3.5 which enables more consistent high quality
scans at a lower price per image than the RFS 3570 film scanner
and other competitive scanners.
- Reliability
The RFS 3570 film scanner is well known for its reliability. In
addition to providing more speed and better image quality, the
RFS 3570 plus film scanner is even more reliable than its predecessor.
With fewer parts and a newly designed motherboard and light source,
this unit is three times more reliable than the RFS 3570 film
scanner.
- What
are the main features of the scanner?
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The RFS 3570 plus film scanner delivers the high-quality image,
exceptional reliability and total productivity expected from a
highly-rated scanner. This high-speed scanner combines 2K x 3K
resolution with excellent dynamic range and sensitivity. Because
the 12-bit per channel color scanner detects changes in lightness
with 4x finer sensitivity than a 10-bit scanner, scans have true
color fidelity and superb image detail from shadow to highlight.
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RFS 3570 plus film scanner features include:
- Improved
User Interface
The RFS 3570 plus film scanner interface is intuitive, and easy
to use which enables operators to quickly master the capabilities
of the scanner.
- Automation
The RFS 3570 plus film scanner features automatic color correction
to ensure that first-time scans are color-balanced and have the
correct density and contrast. Auto-focused lenses deliver exceptional
image sharpness. Calibration is automatic and 50% faster than
the RFS 3570 film scanner.
- Versatility
The RFS 3570 plus film scanner scans color and black-and-white
in 35 mm, 46 mm, 70 mm, and 120-format film positive or negative.
Resolutions can be chosen from the software or entered as custom
settings. Users can also create custom film terms for specific
or unique shooting conditions.
- Is
the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Film Scanner upgradeable to the
KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Plus Film Scanner?
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No, the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Film Scanner cannot be upgraded
to a the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Plus Film Scanner.
- Which
computers can be used with the scanner?
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The scanner can be used with any PC-compatible or Power Macintosh
computer. A software CD is provided which includes the KODAK PROFESSIONAL
RFS 3570 Plus TWAIN Data Source, Version 1.0 / for WINDOWS for
PCs and an ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Acquire Module for Macintosh.
Ensure 32-bit drivers that support Windows 95, 98, and Windows
NT are installed. The latest drivers are available at Kodak
ProfessionalRFS 3570 Plus Film Scanner Software. Be sure
to read the system requirements before installing drivers.
- What
kind of light source is used in the scanner?
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The scanner utilizes very stable LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology
to provide the most consistent scan-to-scan image quality in the
industry. Various combinations of R, G, and B diodes made it possible
to remove the filter wheel and KODAK WRATTEN Filters used in previous
RFS scanners. This dramatically improves scanning speeds and reliability.
- What
is the resolution of the scanner?
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The resolution is stated as dpi (*dots
per inch) as a percentage of total resolution, depending on film
size. At 35 mm, the scanner can scan up top 1,000 dpi optical
or 2,000 dpi dithered resolution. At 70 mm, the scanner can scan
up to 400 dpi optical or 800 dpi dithered resolution. Dithering
is a mechanism whereby the scanner mechanically moves the CCD
so that each pixel on the CCD captures multiple information of
the same area of the film or slide.
* Note: dpi and ppi can be used interchangeably.
- What
is the maximum dpi per film size?
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At 100% resolution:
| 35
mm |
2,150
dpi at
0 magnification |
from
-20 to +20
magnification
1,720 - 2,580 |
| 46
mm |
1,291
dpi at
0 magnification |
from
-20 to +20
magnification
1,032 - 1,549 |
| 120
mm |
910
dpi at
0 magnification |
from
-20 to +20
magnification
802 - 1,092 |
| 70
mm |
802
dpi at
0 magnification |
from
-20 to +20
magnification
802 - 962 |
- What
is the color depth of a scanned image?
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Color depth is the number of shades (variations) of colors that
can be obtained from an image. The more shades of color the scanner
captures, the truer to the original a reproduction of the scanned
image will appear. When scanning an image, the pixel data (color
depth) for each pixel is 24-bit (16 million color variations,
8-bit/color) for color, 12-bit or 8-bit (256 shades) for gray
scale images (black-and-white photos). The "Black-and-White" resolution
setting records the data as either black or white but still retains
this information in a 24-bit format.
- Why
are there different choices of scanning resolutions, and which
one should I use to scan my images?
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Different choices for scanning resolutions are available so that
you can tailor the scans to your needs. The resolution you chose
depends on the output you choose. When scanning an image, the
higher the resolution (at which you scan), the bigger the resultant
image file will be.
The following table shows some scanning examples using different
scanning detail (resolution) and color combinations, and the
result of the scan.
| Resolution
Setting |
Resultant
File Size |
| 300
dpi |
0.4
MB |
| 500
dpi |
1.1
MB |
| 1000
dpi (50%) |
4.5
MB |
| 2000
dpi (100%) |
18
MB |
- What
are typical scan times for scanning an image? (Note: Scan times
depend on CPU, times below based on 200 MHz Power Macintosh)
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For 1,000 dpi (50% resolution), less than 10 seconds. For 2,000
dpi (full resolution), less than 30 seconds.
- What
software is included with the scanner?
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The scanner includes an ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Acquire Module and KODAK
PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Plus TWAIN Data Source, Version 1.0, enabling
end users to scan directly into their computer's image-editing
software.
- What
is the dynamic range of the scanner?
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The scanner provides a high quality luminance density range of
3.5. This was determined using a KODAK Q-60 Color Input Target
where it is possible to discern between gray scale steps having
densities of 3.3 and 3.5.
- What
is the warranty for this scanner?
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The length of warranty is 12 months from the date of purchase;
Kodak warrants the scanner to be free from malfunction and defect
on both materials and workmanship.
- Does
Kodak offer an extended warranty?
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An extended service agreement is available from Kodak for a 1-
or 2-year duration. Check with your local dealer who supplies
Kodak products for details. Prices subject to change without notice.
- If
the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Plus Film Scanner breaks, will
a replacement be provided under the warranty?
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Kodak will repair your scanner but will not provide a replacement.
- Where
is the RFS 3570 plus film scanner made?
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At one of Eastman Kodak Company's world class manufacturing facilities
in Rochester, NY.
- Where
is support available for the scanner?
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Contact your local dealer first with any questions you may have.
If you are not sure who the closest dealer is, call 1-800-CD-KODAK
and select the appropriate option which will offer a selection
of local dealers closest to you. If your answers are not found
and you feel your scanner needs service, call 1-800-CD-KODAK or
e-mail Kodak at: software@cyber.kodak.com
and the support staff will try to answer your questions as quickly
as possible.
- Where
can I purchase the scanner?
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The RFS 3570 plus film scanner can be purchased through authorized
retailers of Kodak products worldwide.
- Where
can I get the latest software for the scanner?
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Customers may download software from Kodak
ProfessionalRFS 3570 Plus Film Scanner Software. CD's of
the current software drivers for the ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Acquire Module
and the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RFS 3570 Plus TWAIN Data Source, Version
1.0, can be ordered by calling 1-800-CD-KODAK. Be sure to read
the system requirements before installing software.
- Can
I create custom film terms?
-
Yes. Custom film terms can be created and saved to match specific
shooting conditions.
- Can
I manage images to specific output colors?
-
Yes. The KODAK COLORFLOW Image Acquire software (which is included
with the scanner) will allow you to capture images from the scanner
and apply ICC-compliant color profiles to a variety of standard
color spaces including video RBG, SWOP CMYK and SNAP CMYK.
- Are
other film holders available for the scanner for different sized
films?
-
Yes. Optional holders are available for 4.5 x 6 cm, 6 x 4.5 cm,
6x 9 cm, 46 mm, and 70 mm. Contact your local dealer who supply
Kodak products for pricing and availability.
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