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Nikon CoolScan 5000 ED

SilverGlow

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To scan B&W 35mm film (in 6 frame strips), can I use the 5000 scanner right out of the box, or do I need to buy an accessory? I just purchase the Nikon 5000, and wonder if I should've purchased some sort of accessory for scanning B&W 35mm film.

Please advise,
SilverGlow
 
Just connect the LS 5000 to your computer, start the software (disable the ICE option for B&W) and scan. It's straightforward, really. The only accessory you'll ever need is a slide feeder if you want to scan 99 framed/mounted slides as a batch.
 
I think what he is asking is does he need to recut his strips to accommodate the 5000's film holders.
 
Well, the LS 5000 doesn't have film holders, you just insert the film strips. However, the strip is limited to 6 frames. If you have a complete strip with 36 frames you need to purchase a separate unit which is attached to the back of the scanner and works like a take up spool. This unit is around 500 to 600 US$ or Euros.

Another weak point of the LS 5000: you can't scan a single unmounted slide - it's too short for the feeder and would stick in the path...
 
Everyone, thanks for the information. It so happens that I cut my rolls into 6 framed strips, so it looks like I'll be good to go, once the scanner arrives.
 
jim which 2 solder bumps is the author referring to, the ones to the right of the 'N" or just below?
 
jd callow said:
jim which 2 solder bumps is the author referring to, the ones to the right of the 'N" or just below?
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to the right of the N

i develop my own film (and with slides just have them process uncut).. makes batch scanning very simple.
 
Hi

I don't know off hand if this will fit a LS-IV as I'm about to aquire one it may be nice


jimcollum said:
i use this scanner, and it's a great little system. If you want to scan entire rolls, and don't want to pay the extra.. you can 'do-it-yourself'
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pellicle said:
Hi

I don't know off hand if this will fit a LS-IV as I'm about to aquire one it may be nice
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I've just read a little more and realised that the coolscan IV can't support an SA-30 - it doesn't have a film gate at the back of the unit and has got nowhere for a long roll of film to go!
I guess I'll leave my SA-21 alone and feed it negs 6 at a time.
 
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