AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

I know all about the learning curves. I got so spoiled with years of using the Nikon because I HAD learned how to use it and it worked! The first scanner I had didn't have any settings. It did negatives only, so one didn't even tell it what medium was inserted! Can't say it was wonderful, though!

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

I agree with Cany with reference to ICE.
--Bob

selmslie Loc: Fernandina Beach, FL, USA

It sounds like you are having an issue using SilverFast. It's not as easy to learn as Nikon Scan and EPSON Scan.

Although you may ultimately end up using SiverFast, I suggest you start out using EPSON Scan. It is tailored to their specific product and recognizes all of the film holders. The user interface is more intuitive and you might be able to get it to do everything you need.

I have both the Coolscan 9000 (for 35mm and medium format) and the V750 which I use for medium and large format. The Coolscan 9000 is a little better and worth repairing if Nikon can still fix it. I was happy to pay them about $500 five years ago to replace the power supply.

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

I started out using the Epson program. It did seem to be fairly easy to use. But I was getting over-contrasty results that weren't satisfactory and couldn't figure out any way to fix that. That's why I went to the SilverFast program.

My 9000 was fixed by Nikon some years back. The shipping was a huge factor, but they did fix it. It's now doing the same thing as before - the on-off button doesn't hold. But part of its problem is that I found a work-around for Win 7, but my computer guru keeps telling me that my Win 7 machine isn't going to last much longer. Do you have a work-around for Win10? I'm seriously thinking that even though I've sepnt thousands on the Epson, I should spend more and try to get the Nikon fixed again!

selmslie Loc: Fernandina Beach, FL, USA

Contrast using the Epson is controlled in the Histogram Adjustment dialog and the pointers under the histogram display. The pointers under the histogram tell the scanner how much of the range to read (the two outer pointers) and how bright to make the mid-tones (the middle pointer). I always set the Output range to 0 and 255.

If Nikon will still service it the 9000 it may be worth it. Just remember to park the heads (press the Eject button for 5 seconds) before turning off the scanner. If the power supply fails there is no way to secure it for shipping it if you can't turn it on.

The workaround that we used to get it to work under Windows 7 after upgrading from XP was to install the Vista drivers. The same fix should work with Windows 10 but I don't look forward to testing it.

I installed Never 10 to prevent Microsoft from upgrading my operating system. They did it to me once without my consent and it was a disaster.

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AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

I'll take another look at this. I did look at the histogram, but didn't move anything.

I think I'll contact Nikon again.

kubota king Loc: NW , Pa.

I checked out silverfast and see it is for stand alone scanners and only showed windows 7 or sooner . I didn't fine a copy that works with any scanner like Vuescan does or with windows 10 .

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

In the fine print on the DVD, it only goes up to Win 7/8. But as soon as it's installed and the computer is online, it downloads a "newer version." And the V800/850 is actually listed in their list of scanners. So no problems there. I have 20-year-old programs that install and work just fine. So far I haven't discovered problems with the operating system.

Bobspez Loc: Southern NJ, USA

I never use any dust or scratch removal with my scans on my Canoscan 8800F. I just set the scanner at 4800 dpi and output as tiff. I do all the dust and scratch and fiber removal in Photoshop using the healing brush tool which blends the surroundings into the area to make any dust or scratches disappear. I then can tweak the shadows/highlights brightness and contrast, hue and saturation, etc. Finally I reduce the image size to make it usable for posting online or sending by email. Basically I spend as much time on each scan as I would for any picture I consider a keeper.

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

Thanks, Bob. I'm so spoiled by the Nikon's abilities, that other scanners really leave me cold. I never had to "fix" dust and scratches with the Nikon, because it did a beautiful job. I did finally get a few good scans the other day, but I spent HOURS fixing them. Not what I want, but I guess that's what I get.