Run the scanner at the maximum resolution (for D4500/D4000 it will be 4000dpi). If you do get a chance to test the scanner before buying it find an old transparency with tons of clear blue sky. I bought all of my scanners through the Bay and have had one kick the bucket (now - my parts box). buy a Creo, don't buy refurbished - only buy refurbished, check drum for damage, dongle, software, old vs. And supplies to get up and running (ie: fluids, mylar, wipes, tape etc will probably be about $200 and I do buy these directly from Aztek).Ĥ. Also, keep in mind that the software needed for the scanner will cost money. For the most part these things are built like a tank. My solution to this problem has been to buy a spare machine as a parts machine. Parts cost a lot of money dirtectly from Aztek. Things will break and/or just work weirdly (like an old car would). Since you are buying a used piece of equipment it is kinda like buying a used car. What are major expenses that one might not anticipate when buying a Howtek/ Aztek? or operating expenses? But i am certain I could be happy with others too.ģ. I archive my 4x5's at 3200 DPI which produces ~550MB files and ample data to produce 40x50 prints (with screaming levels of detail). There was a post out here a year or so ago (about a zillion pages long I think) where people really went through different drum scanners advantages/disadvatages etc).
If you were to buy a drum scanner today what would you aim for At first I thought something was wrong with my mounting station since I couldnt get a mount without some air bubbles but now I know that I just needed practice to get it right.Ģ. What will take some time and patience is learning to properly wetmount your trans/negs.
I use Silverfast for the Howtek (my version is the same as the one for the 4500) and since I was already familiar with using it on the Epson 4870 it didnt take very long. How long does it take to learn to start making good scans I have a few Howtek D4000's which are very similiar to the 4500 but with a smaller drum.
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