Instructions for Using the Microfilm Reader/Scanner in Mendel Music Library

General Information

• The ScanPro 1000 is available for reading and scanning microfilm, microfiche, microcards and micro-opaques. It can scan filmed images to PDF files, TIFF files, and JPEG files. It can also enhance filmed images that are too dark or too light, so that the image can be read more easily. Scanned files can be saved to USB drive, written to CD's or saved to the Princeton central file server ("H" drive) for users with a valid Princeton netid. For instructions to access your H: drive please see the following address: http://helpdesk.princeton.edu/kb/display.plx?ID=9347
• At this time, printing services are unavailable from the ScanPro 1000. If you would like to print, it is suggested to save the image and print it from one of the print stations on the first or second floor of Mendel Library.

To use reader/scanner with Microfilm

1. Turn on the power by pressing the switch located at the back of the ScanPro.
2. Center the film carrier and pull it out so the glass plate pops up.
3. Thread film from left to right (see diagram below). Push film carrier back so glass plate closes.

4. Log onto computer (User name is: scanpro Password is: ScanPro1000 Domain is: LIBSTAFF)
5. Click PowerScan icon on desktop.
6. Use film control button to advance film.
7. When finished, transfer your completed scan to your H: drive, a USB drive, or a CD, or else print it. Then please delete it from the desktop.
8. Log-off the computer and turn off the power to the ScanPro.

Graphic Button Overview:

 

Questions or Problems:

Please bring problems or questions to the attention of Dan Gallagher, Special Collections Assistant V. If he is unavailable, library staff will attempt to assist you as best as they can. Please be careful with the microfilm equipment as it is difficult to repair and very expensive.

(Updated 03/09 by MEC)