Hasselblad Flextight 949 User's Manual and Instructions (English Version)
Summary
The Flextight 949 is a professional CCD scanner designed for scanning high-quality originals, such as transparencies and film slides. This comprehensive guide provides everything needed for successful operation, from initial setup and hardware reference to advanced techniques like calibration. Users will find detailed instructions covering system requirements, FireWire installation, daily operating procedures, maintenance (including light tube replacement), technical specifications, and critical safety warnings to ensure safe digital preservation of fragile materials.
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Hasselblad A/S. All rights reserved. Flextight User's Guide, Part No 70030048, revision A. The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, ...
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Hardware Reference Flextight Warnings and Restrictions System Requirements Panel Panel Connectors Cut-Away View Setting up the Scanner Environmental Requirements El...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Hardware Reference Flextight This manual provides important information about using your Flextight scanner. Topics include: Important warnings and restrictions System requ...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Warnings and Restrictions Warnings and Restrictions Read all of the included documentation before attempting to install and use the scanner. Do not touch the originals and...
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Hardware Reference Flextight System Requirements System Requirements Below are the basic hardware requirements for the PC or Macintosh system to which the scanner is to be connected. For information a...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Panel Panel Figure 1: panel features of Flextight Feed Table: must be in lower position for normal scanning. When scanner is not in use you can turn it to upright position...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Panel Connectors Panel Connectors Figure 2: panel features of Flextight Power Cable Socket: plug the power cable into this socket. Fire Wire Interface Sockets: plug Fire W...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Cut-Away View Cut-Away View FLEXTIGHT ORIGINAL HOLDER PATENT PENDING Figure 3: Cut-away view of Flextight CCD Housing: movable platform holding the CCD sensor. Positioning...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Setting up the Scanner Setting up the Scanner Environmental Requirements Set up the scanner in location that fulfils the following requirements: Keep the scanner away from...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Setting up the Scanner Installation Procedure, Fire Wire Interface 1. Place the scanner on table near your computer with the facing away from you. Make sure that the locat...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Operating Instructions CLOSED HORIZONTAL NORMAL FLEXTIGHT ORIGINAL HOLDER PATENT PENDING Figure 4: Operating the Flextight scanner User's Guide Flextight
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Hardware Reference Flextight Operating Instructions Operating Instructions (See Figure opposite). 1. It is assumed that the scanner and Flex Color software have been properly installed. 2. If not alre...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Operating Instructions CLOSED HORIZONTAL NORMAL FLEXTIGHT ORIGINAL HOLDER PATENT PENDING Figure 4: Operating the Flextight scanner User's Guide Flextight
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Hardware Reference Flextight Operating Instructions ...continued NOTE! Each original holder has it's own unique identification code (a combination of small rectangular holes at the holder's leading ed...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Operating Instructions ...continued 9. Lay the layer of the holder down flat over the original. For transparency holders, the layer is magnetic, which will hold the origin...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Resolutions Resolutions True Resolutions The table below shows the max. resolutions (in ppi) available with each of the original holders when scanning in True Resolutions ...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Calibrating the Scanner Calibrating the Scanner The scanner requires two types of calibration: Focus calibration adjusts the positioning of the scanners optics for each zo...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Calibrating the Scanner Focus Calibration The Flextight scanner uses an adjustable zoom and focus mechanism to optimize its scanning resolution for each of the original fo...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Calibrating the Scanner White Calibration for Reflectives The Flextight scanner uses white reference to make sure that all elements in the scanner's CCD react consistently...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Calibrating the Scanner Align the edge of the calibration sheet with the dotted line near the of the original holder Align the side edges of the calibration sheet with the...
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Hardware Reference Flextight The Light Tubes PULL OUT PRESS PRESS PULL OUT Figure 7: Replacing the Light Tubes User's Guide Flextight
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Hardware Reference Flextight The Light Tubes The Light Tubes General The Flextight contains two light tubes: one for illuminating reflective originals from above, the other for shining light through t...
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Hardware Reference Flextight The Light Tubes PULL OUT PRESS PRESS PULL OUT Figure 7: Replacing the Light Tubes User's Guide Flextight
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Hardware Reference Flextight The Light Tubes ...continued 8. Remove the defective tube: Press the flaps backwards to release the tube. Pull the tube gently out of the holders and then sideways out of ...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Cleaning the External Surface of the Scanner Cleaning the External Surface of the Scanner If the external surface of the scanner becomes dirty, then clean it with damp clo...
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Hardware Reference Flextight Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Power Connector: VDC 60W Power Consumption Max. during operation Power Requirements 100-240V AC, 1.3 A, 50-60 Hz Interfac...
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Hardware Reference Flextight FCC Notice FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class digital device, pursuant to Part of the FCC Rules. These limits are desi...
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Hardware Reference Flextight CE Declaration of conformity CE Declaration of conformity HASSELBLAD A/S HEJREVEJ DK COPENHAGEN NV TELEPHONE +45 TELEFAX +45 REG./VAT NO. www.hasselblad.com Declaration of...
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Manual Details
| Brand | Hasselblad |
|---|---|
| Pages | 32 |
| File Size | 578.02 KB |
| Published | May 21, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the system requirements for connecting the scanner?
The basic requirements include a screen resolution of 800 x 600 pixels with true colors (24-bits), a mouse or other pointing device, and a FireWire interface.
Where should I install the Flextight 949?
Install it in a location where children cannot get to it because it contains small openings and moving parts that can cause injury.
How do I service or open the scanner?
The power supply must be disconnected from the mains (unplugged); pressing the on/off button is not sufficient.
What should I do with the Feed Table when not in use?
You can turn it to upright position, flushing with the scanner front, to protect it from dust and similar contaminants.