Normal 8 - To scan Reflecta - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	8 mm and Super 8 film scanner
Brand	Reflecta
Model	Normal 8
Dimensions (W x D x H)	269 x 166 x 114 mm
Weight	1410 g
Power supply	12 V DC (power adapter included)
Image sensor	CMOS 3.53 megapixels (2304 x 1536)
Screen	2.4 inch color TFT
Video resolution	1440 x 1080P
Scanning speed	20 frames per second
File format	MP4
External memory	SD/SDHC card up to 32 GB (not included)
Interface	USB 2.0
TV output	NTSC/PAL (TV cable included)
Menu languages	English, French, Spanish, German, Italian
Compatible film types	8 mm and Super 8 (3" or 5" reels)
Main functions	Scanning, playback, rewind, exposure adjustment, sharpness, image alignment
Package contents	Scanner, power adapter, USB cable, TV cable, 5" reel, reel adapter, cleaning cloth, manual
Usage	Private use only
Maintenance	Clean the light table with the provided cloth

Frequently Asked Questions - Normal 8 Reflecta

How to install the film in the scanner?

Open the flap door, insert the reel onto the left support (use the adapter if the reel hole is 8 mm), place an empty reel on the right arm, then route the film following the diagram on the front and secure the perforations under the two white tabs. Close the door.

What types of memory cards are compatible?

The device accepts SD/SDHC cards with a maximum capacity of 32 GB. Micro SD cards with adapter or 64 GB SDXC cards are not compatible. Make sure the card is unlocked (white tab in forward position).

Why does the screen display 'Card error'?

This message appears if the memory card is not compatible (e.g., an SDXC card) or is inserted incorrectly. Check that the card is an SD/SDHC of max 32 GB, unlocked, and fully inserted until it clicks.

How to adjust the exposure?

In the menu, select 'Exposure' and use the 'Up/Down' keys to adjust the value from -2.0 to +2.0. The default value is 0.0. Negative values darken the image, positive values brighten it.

Can I watch the videos on a TV?

Yes, connect the included TV cable (yellow) between the scanner's TV output and the TV's video input. Set the TV to AV mode. The scanner's LCD screen dims and the image displays on the TV.

How to clean the device?

Use the provided cloth to gently clean the light table (first open the film door). For the film, use a lint-free cloth or antistatic cleaner before scanning.

What file formats are produced?

The scanner saves digitized films in MP4 format with a resolution of 1440 x 1080P at 20 frames per second. Files are stored in the 'FilmScanner/MOVIE' folder on the SD card.

How long does it take to scan a 50-foot film?

A 50-foot film (about 15 meters) requires approximately 30 minutes of recording and uses about 125 MB of space on the memory card.

What to do if the film is damaged?

If the film is cut, perforated, poorly spliced, or creased, it may damage the device. Before scanning, check and repair the film if possible. Damaged films can cause poor quality videos or jam the device.

Does the device work without a computer?

Yes, the scanner is standalone: it requires no computer, software, or drivers. It scans directly to the SD card. You can then transfer files to a computer via USB.

USER MANUAL Normal 8 Reflecta

Function of Buttons 2

Getting Started 3

Preparing the Film 3

1. Attach Power Cord 3
2. Insert SD/SDHC Memory Card (Max. 32 GB)
3. Turn on/off the Film Scanner 4
4. Clean the Light Table 4
5. Mount the Reels and Film 4
6. Menu Selections 5

Record. 6
Playback 6
Rewind 7
Exposure 7
Sharpness 8
USB 8
Frame Adjust. 8
Language. 8
Format 8

Connect to a TV set. 9

Specifications. 9

Introduction

It has never been easier to digitize and save your old film treasures:

Just select between 8mm and Super 8, load the film into the scanner and start it.

The film is scanned frame by frame at a rate of about two images per second and is written as MP4 video in HD quality directly onto SD card.

No computer is needed! The digitized film can later be displayed on any kind of smartphone, tablet or PCs. BRAUN NovoScan Super 8 – Normal 8 can also be connected directly to a TV to playback your digitized. You can also edit, upload movie files to the internet or burn them to DVD's.

Product Features

• Film Type: Super 8 and 8mm - max. reel size 5 inch (12,7 cm)
• Image Sensor: 3.53 Megapixels (2304 x 1536) 1/3" CMOS
• Output Resolution: 1440 × 1080p @ 20fps (MP4)
• Image Area: adjustable in x-, y- and z-axis
• Exposure Control: Auto/Manual (-2.0 to 2.0)
• Scanning Speed: 2 frames per second - ca. 30 minutes for a reel of 15m
• External Memory: SD/SDHC cards with up to 32 GB (not included)
• Display: 2,4 inch (6,1 cm) LCD
  Light Source: LED
• PC Interface: USB 2.0 (for data transfer)
• TV-Out: NTSC/PAL

Please Note

This device is intended for domestic use only and is not suitable for commercial applications.

Do not record or rewind films in bad condition, like damaged perforation, misaligned or overlapping splices or showing damages, dirt or wear debries.

Package Contents

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1 BRAUN Film Scanner (1x)
2 Power Adapter 12V DC (1x)
3. USB Cable (1x)
4. TV-Out Cable (1x)
5. 5" Reel (1x)
6. Reel Adapters (2x)
7. Cleaning Cloth (1x)
8. User's Manual (1x)

Reel Adapter 8 mm to 13 mm

Film Type

8 mm Super 8

Function of Buttons

1 Power button: To turn power on or off.
2. Up or Down arrow buttons: To highlight Menu item on LCD viewer.
3. Enter/Start/Stop button: To Start/Stop highlighted item.
4. Menu button: To go back to Menu selection; Press twice to go to Menu mode or record mode.

Getting Started

Preparing the Film

If your film is not in good condition (broken, damaged perforation, misaligned, taped overlaps, bent, thick splices etc.), please check and fix the problem first.

Before recording, it is good practice to use a lint-free cloth and/or anti-static film cleaner to remove dirt particles, clean any processing chemical residues, and to remove any debries on the film in order to prevent them showing up on recorded videos.

1. Attach Power Cord

Plug in the included DC 12V power adapter.

2. Insert SD/SDHC Memory Card (Max. 32 GB)

Insert the SD/SDHC memory card before powering on the Film Scanner device.

• Using a MicroSD card with an adapter, or SDXC card (64GB), which is not compatible with the Film Scanner will lead to a "Card error" message appearing on the screen. The Film Scanner can only take a SD/ SDHC memory card of up to a maximum capacity of 32 GB.
• Make sure the SD/SDHC card is unlocked (white tab in forward position).
• Insert and push the SD/SDHC card inward until it clicks. Improper insertion may damage the card reader or the SD/SDHC Card, which neither is covered under warranty.

3. Turn on/off the Film Scanner

Press the power button to turn the Film Scanner on/off.

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4. Clean the Light Table

Push the film door tab left to flip open the door. Use the included cloth, a brush or compressed air to clean the light table.

5. Mount the Reels and Film

a. If your film reel has a 8mm (small) mounting hole, mount the reel directly to the shaft, otherwise use the provided reel adapter.
b. Mount the included 5'' reel onto the right shaft.
c. Follow the film routing diagram printed on the face of the scanner to route the film.

d.Push open the flap door, place film perforation holes at the top but under the two white tabs.

2 white taps

e.Close the film flap door after the film has been properly placed.
f. Select film type by pushing the film type lever to either the left or right.

6. Menu Selections

Use the Up or Down arrow buttons to highlight the Menu selection and then press Enter.

1st page 2nd page 3rd page 4th page

Record

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1. Move the film type lever left (8 mm) or right (Super 8) to select the film type then press the Enter/Start button.
2. Press Enter/Start to start recording. While recording is in process, a red dot on the upper left corner will blink.
3. The film scanner will stop recording 2 seconds after the user presses the Enter/Stop button.
4. The frame counter at the lower right corner will increase by one for every scanned frame.

Note:

Adjustments for Exposure, Sharpness, Frame adjustment are available - please make adjustments before recording.

Playback

1. Press the Menu button, highlight the Playback selection, then press Enter.
2. Press the Up/Down arrow button to select the file to Playback, then press Enter/Start.
3. Press Enter/Stop to pause the playback.
4. Press the Menu button once to the enter Edit mode. Highlight Return (go back to Playback) or Delete (delete the current file).
5. Press the Menu button twice to go back to Record mode or the Main menu.

Note: Mac computers will create and add hidden files to SD/SDHC memory card each time the user playbacks the recorded MP4 movie files on the Mac. The hidden or modified MP4 files stored on the SD/SDHC memory card can no longer be played back on the Film Scanner. A "No File" message will be displayed on the Viewer instead.

Rewind

1. Open the flap door and remove film, then close the flap door.
2. Swap reels. Place an empty reel on the right shaft and place film perforation holes on the outside.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
4. Press the Enter button to Start/Stop the rewinding process.

Exposure

1. Exposure range is from 2.0 to -2.0.
2. Press Up/Down to change the value and press Enter to complete the change selection.
3. The default setting is 0.0. Negative values provide a darker effect and

an Exposure of 2.0 gives the brightest result.

1. Adjust the required Exposure before recording.

Sharpness

1. Sharpness range is from Low to High. The default setting is Medium.
2. Press Up/Down to change the value and press Enter to complete the change selection.
3. Adjust the required Sharpness before recording.

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USB

Plug in the included USB cable to upload the recorded MP4 files. The SD/SDHC memory card is read as an External Drive, called NO_NAME drive. The stored MP4 files are located under the directory of FilmScanner/MOVIE.

Frame Adjust

You can make adjustments for the Movie Register (the film centre X and Y). It needs to be adjusted before recording if the default setting is off.

Language

English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Dutch are available on the film scanner.

Format

Highlight Yes or No to format your SD card. This will erase all files on the inserted SD/SDHC memory card.

Connect to a TV set

You can use your TV screen as the default screen.

1 Turn on the scanner and your TV.
2. Set TV input to A (or TV, TV) mode.
3. Connect the film scanner "TV OUT" port to your TV's Video-In port (yellow) with the included TV-Out cable.
4. The LCD screen on the scanner will turn dark and the display will be on your TV instead.

Specifications

Image sensor: 3.53 Megapixels (2304H x 1536V) 1/3" CMOS sensor

Display:Colour 2.4^ TFTLCD

Exposure control: Auto/Manual (-2.0 to2.0)

White Balance: Auto

Resolution: 1440 × 1080p

Playback frame rate: 20 frames per second

Film type: 8 mm and Super 8 film in 3'' or 5'' reel

File format: MP4 (AVC)

TV-out type: NTSC/PAL

External memory: SD/SDHC memory cards up to 32 GB (Max.)*supported

Power Supply: DC 12V

Interface: USB 2.0

Languages: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Dutch

Dimensions: (L/W/H): 269 x 166 x 114 mm/10.6 x 6.5 x 4.5inch

Weight: 1410 g/3.1 lb

Note:

*Each 50 ft film takes about 125 MB of memory and about 30 minutes to record.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Einleitung 1

Produktmerkmale 1

Bitte beachten 1

Lieferumfang. 2

Filmtyp 2

Tastenfunktionen 2

Erste Schritte 3

Tipo TV-OUT: NTSC/PAL

Resolution: 1440 x 1080p

8mm of SP8 (Super 8)

Type TV-UIT: NTSC/PAL