Hi Simon,
> 1. Does your machine make noises like something inside is
> vibrating, almost
> sounds like it is loose and rattling, during the autofocus procedure?
Yes. It sounds teriible, but this is normal.
> 2. I have done some focus tests and found that there is inconsistency
> between the focus when scanning frame one on a 6X6 strip and
> scanning frame
> three. In some tests, frame one is very obviously more in focus
> and sharper
> and in other tests frame three is the more in focus and sharper.
> It is due
> to the film flexing slightly when the holder is closed. This
> inconsistency
> is not good as it is causing me to have to redo scans until I get the best
> focus, for which I do not have time. Has anyone else noticed
> this or got a
> resolution/workaround?
Although I have not done much 6 x 6 scanning yet, I believe one workaround
is to use a piece of anti Newton ring glass to lay on top of the film in
the carrier in order to keep it flat.
Take care,
Scott
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email: ireland@gate.net
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