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

Product Type	8mm and Super 8 Film Scanner
Brand	Reflecta
Model	Super 8 Normal 8
Image Sensor	CMOS 3.53 megapixels (2304x1536), 1/3 inch
Display	2.4-inch color TFT LCD
Video Resolution	1440 x 1080P (1080p), 30 fps
Supported Film Types	8mm and Super 8 on 3 or 5 inch reels
File Format	MP4 (MPEG-4)
Storage	SD/SDHC memory card up to 32 GB (not included)
Outputs	USB 2.0, TV output (NTSC/PAL)
Power Supply	12 V DC via included power adapter
Dimensions (W x H x D)	269 x 166 x 114 mm
Weight	1410 g
Exposure Control	Automatic/Manual (-2.0 to +2.0)
Sharpness	Adjustable (low to high, default medium)
Image Adjustment	X/Y position and zoom (W)
Available Languages	English, French, Spanish, German, Italian
Package Contents	Scanner, power adapter, USB cable, TV cable, reel, reel adapters, brush, manual
Maintenance	Clean the light table with the provided brush; clean the film with a lint-free cloth
Safety	Do not drop; use only the included adapter; insert SD card correctly

Frequently Asked Questions - Super 8 Normal 8 Reflecta

What types of films can I scan?

This scanner accepts 8mm and Super 8 films mounted on 3 or 5 inch reels.

How do I start scanning?

After installing the film and inserting an SD card, turn on the device, select the film type with the lever, then press the Enter/Start button to start recording.

Which memory card should I use?

Use an SD or SDHC card with a maximum capacity of 32 GB. microSD cards with adapter or SDXC cards are not compatible.

How do I clean the light table?

Open the film door, then use the included brush to gently clean the light table.

Can I connect the scanner to a TV?

Yes, connect the provided TV cable (yellow) to the TV output port on the scanner and to the TV's video input. Set the TV input to the appropriate mode.

How do I rewind a film?

Open the door, remove the film, place an empty reel on the right arm, follow the dotted routing path, then press Enter to start/stop rewinding.

What if the screen displays 'Card error'?

Make sure you are using an SD/SDHC card up to 32 GB, that the write-protect tab is unlocked, and insert it correctly until it clicks.

How do I adjust the exposure?

In the Exposure menu, use the Up/Down buttons to adjust from -2.0 (darker) to +2.0 (brighter), then press Enter to confirm. Adjust before recording.

How do I delete video files?

In Playback mode, press Menu once, highlight Delete, then press Enter to delete the current file.

How do I format the SD card?

In the menu, select Format, then choose Yes to erase all files on the card. Confirm with Enter.

USER MANUAL Super 8 Normal 8 Reflecta

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Film Scanner Super 8 - Normal 8

User's Manual

Version 2.3

Table of Contents

Introduction......1

Features ....1

Before Using the Film Scanner....1

Package Contents....2

Film Type 2

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

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 ADJ....8

Language....8

Format....8

Default Setting....8

Connect to a TV set 9

Specifications....9

Introduction

Your old 8mm and Super 8 films are degrading. Worse, the memories are fading and the film is becoming more brittle just sitting in the box. Convert your Film into digital now before the memories are lost forever!

Introducing the reflecta Film Scanner Super 8 - Normal 8. A simple to use device that will convert your movie reels into digital movies (no sound) in one step. Works like a typical projector where you mount the 3 inch or 5 inch reel, insert a memory card, press a few buttons and the Film Scanner will scan frame-by-frame to create a digital MP4 movie file that you can play on any computer. You can also edit, upload movie files to the internet or burn them to DVD's.

Features

• A fully automated apparatus to digitize 8 mm and Super 8 film reels of up to 5" into digital videos.
  • Frame-by-Frame digitizing for high-quality digital output.
  • Stand-alone machine, no computer, software or drivers are required
• Scans and directly saves digital movies into SD/SDHC cards (32GB max, not included)
• Converts 8 and Super 8 movies into MPEG-4 (MP4) digital movie files at 1080P/30 fps
  • Compatible with all Windows, Mac and Linux Operating Systems
• Playback the digital movies on TV using the included TV Cable

Before Using the Film Scanner

This section provides important safety information you should read before operating the device.

• Do not drop or handle the device too aggressively as it may cause damage to the device.
• 8 mm or Super 8 media MUST be mounted with a suitable reel (up to 5" in diameter) and adapter, before recording/rewinding.

Package Contents

1. reflecta Film Scanner (1x)
2. Power Adapter (1x)
3. USB Cable (1x)
4. TV-OUT Cable (1x)
5. 5" Reel in 8 mm Diameter Hole (1x)
6. Reel Adapter (2x)
7. Brush (1x)
8. User's Manual (1x)

Reel Adapter

8 mm diameter inside; 13 mm outside

Film Type

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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 (ie. it is broken, ruptured with perforated holes, misaligned, taped overlap, bent, spliced, gluey, or thick), please check and fix the problem first. Otherwise it may damage or jam the reflecta Film Scanner Super 8 and Normal 8, or produce poor quality videos.

Also, some early films might have been wound too tight, which might cause jittering during the recording process. You can use the reflecta Film Scanner Super 8 and Normal 8 to rewind it back and forth to regain proper winding tightness.

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 dry any scattered mildew 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.

Power port

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.
• Dismount/eject the SD/SDHC card by pushing the card in and releasing, instead of pulling it out. The Film Scanner will power off automatically when the SD/SDHC card is mounted/dismounted.

3. Turn on/off the Film Scanner

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

4. Clean the Light Table

Push the film door tab left to flip open the door. Use the included brush to clean the light table very gently.

5. Mount the Reels and Film

a. If your film reel has a 8 mm (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 Film Scanner to route the film.

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

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.

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Record

1. Move the Film Selection 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 file counter at the lower right corner will increase by one after each recording stop. The number on the counter also represents the file name of the recorded film.

Note:

Adjustments for Exposure, Sharpness, Frame Adjustment/Movie Register 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. Check and confirm the flap door is closed and not in the way of the rewinding process to prevent film from being scratched.
2. Swap reels. Place an empty reel on the right shaft and place film perforation holes on the outside (as shown). If any reel adapter is needed, always place the grey adapter on the right side reel.
3. Follow the film routing diagram printed on the Film Scanner (the dotted line) and 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.
4. 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 (G:)*. The stored MP4 files are located under the directory of FilmScanner/MOVIE.

*Note: (G:) may vary from computer to computer.

Frame ADJ

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.

Adjust the values of X, Y, W by pressing the Up or Down buttons

Language

English, French, Spanish, German and Italian are available on the Film Scanner.

Format

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

Default Setting

Reset all values to 0.0 or medium.

Connect to a TV set

You can use your TV screen as the default screen.

1. Turn on the reflecta Film Scanner and 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 Film 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" TFT LCD

Exposure control: Auto/Manual (-2.0 to 2.0)

White Balance: Auto

Resolution: 1440 x 1080 p

Playback frame rate: 30 frames per second*

Scan method: Video

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

File format: MP4

TV-OUT type: NTSC/PAL

Built-in memory: None

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

Power Supply: DC 12V

Interface: USB 2.0

Language: English, French, Spanish, German and Italian

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

Weight: 1410 g/3.1 lb

Note:

*Users who wish to modify playback speed to 18 or 24 ftps can download "VLC", a free software from VLC.org not supported by reflecta.

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

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Einleitung....1

Spezifikationen 1

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8 mm Super 8

Tastenfunktionen

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Belichtung

DE

USB

8MM oder SP8

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8 mm Super 8

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Enregistrement

Exposition

FR

USB

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Six identical rectangular shapes arranged in a row, each with a small square top on top (no text or symbols)

8 mm Super 8

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Esposizione

IT

USB

Tipo TV-OUT: NTSC/PAL

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8 mm Súper 8

Exposición

ES

USB

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8 mm Super 8

Toetsfuncties

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Record	Exposure	Frame ADJ	Default Setting
Playback	Sharpness	Language	Version (More ▼)
Rewind (More ▼)	USB (More ▼)	Format (More ▼)

Belichting

NL

USB

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