Using The ANR Insert for 35 mm Film

WARNING: The ANR Insert’s edges have been “lightly swiped” by the glass cutter but have not been
fully rounded. Use protective gloves with the ANR Insert unless you are sure the “light swiping” is
enough to prevent cuts to your skin.

An online version of this page with color images can be found at:
http://www.betterscanning.com/scanning/usinginsert35.html

Understanding the Correct Orientation and Insertion of the Glass

Hold the ANR Insert at an angle to your room’s light source to determine which side of the insert has the
etched surface. The two images below should help you determine the etched vs. the un-etched sides of
the glass.

This first image shows the un-etched side of the glass. Notice the glare
and the sharp/well defined reflection of the tree and clouds. You DO NOT
want your film to touch this side of the glass.

This second image shows the etched side of the insert. It is actually
reflecting part of the same scene as shown above. However, please
notice there are no defined shapes in this reflection. In practical terms,
you cannot distinguish the reflection of the tree. You want this side of
the glass to come into contact against the film when the ANR Insert
is placed down into the holder!

Before placing the 35 mm ANR Insert into the holder, the Epson holder's
detachable plastic snap-in frame must be removed from the holder.

Note that the film can't be inserted all the way to the end of the film
channel due to the fact that one end of the film channel has clips on both
sides (highlighted by arrows in the picture to the left).
 When the film and ANR Insert are correctly inserted, observe how the film does
not extend out past the end of the ANR Insert.

Using the 35 mm Insert

The ANR Insert is fairly simple to use with 35 mm film. Film is placed normally in the holder and the ANR Insert is
placed on top the film instead of using the Epson holder's snap-in frame.

Film must be placed into the film holder so the film arches up and away from the
scanner's glass bed.

You DO NOT want to insert the film into the holder so that the center of the film bows/sags down toward the
scanner's glass bed. Improper insertion could lead to poor focus and/or Newton Rings if the bowing is significant
enough. Correct orientation will allow the ANR Insert to flatten the film.

Epson® recommends inserting the film so the emulsion side (dull side) is facing up and away from the scanner’s
glass, thus the manufacturer’s edge markings on the film appear to read backwards (as viewed when the insert is
placed into the holder). If your film is relatively flat, orient the film this way first, but don’t be afraid to experiment
with the orientation of the emulsion. If you scan your film “emulsion side down,” you will need to reverse or flip
your image to make it laterally correct. This is easily accomplished in Photoshop by using the following menu
commands: Image > Rotate Canvas > Flip Horizontal.

Very Stiff Film

Some films are so stiff that the 35 mm ANR Insert cannot flatten them down via its own weight. In this case, after
you insert the 35 mm ANR Insert into the holder you can tape across the ends of the insert to press it down.
Alternatively, you can build up the thickness of the OEM Epson® 35 mm film holder’s posts by wrapping tape
around the little protrusions/towers located along the edge of the film channel. The increased thickness will thus
act to “wedge” the ANR Insert in tight when it is placed down into the film holder.

Cleaning
A 3M® microfiber cloth is recommended for general light cleaning of the ANR Insert. (These cloths are also great
for cleaning your scanner’s glass!) Wal-Mart sells these for just a few dollars or they can usually be found in any
store that sells optical products.

According to the glass manufacturer’s representative, Windex and a soft clean cloth can be used to clean the
ANR Insert if a light polishing with a microfiber cloth does not produce adequate results. The representative said
an alcohol-based glass cleaner may work somewhat better on the etched side of the insert if you have a stubborn
smudge that has embedded itself very deep into the etching.
 Important Safety and Legal Information
For all of the MF Film Holder models and the ANR Insert

WARNING: These devices utilize small parts and/or glass and which could possibly be a choking
hazard. Additionally, all the items (and especially the glass items) could have sharp edges. Store all
parts of these devices in a safe and secure location that is away from children. Handle the glass edges
with care. The ANR Insert’s edges have been “lightly swiped” by the glass cutter but have not been fully
rounded. Use protective gloves with the ANR Insert unless you are sure the “light swiping” is enough to
prevent injuries to your skin.

Return Policy
Please contact me immediately if you should have a problem with your order and I will make every reasonable
effort to correct it as fast as possible. Returns can only be accepted for products with manufacturing defects (“try
on approval”/evaluation type purchases are not offered) and will only be accepted for return with a valid RMA
(return merchandise authorization) number that has been issued by DSF OmniCorp, LLC. This number must
placed prominently on the outside of the item’s packaging and the item must be shipped with postage and
insurance prepaid. All returns are subject to verification and inspection.
DAMAGED MERCHANDISE
Inspect your shipment immediately upon delivery. In the event that you discover damage, please keep all
original packing materials (a must!) and e-mail me for immediate customer service. Damaged items can only be
replaced if you bought insurance and any claims must be made within three days of receipt of your order.
Warranty
The warranty for this product is available to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. All items will be
replaced, or the original purchase price (less original shipping) will be refunded (at the manufacturer’s option), due
to defects in manufacturing for 90 days from date of purchase. The manufacturer is not responsible for actual
and/or consequential damage due to abuse, misuse, or unintended use of these products. Items returned for
warranty claims must be shipped prepaid and insured.
Disclaimer of Warranties
No information obtained by you from any other source outside of this document which is also found on the
“Important Safety and Legal Information” website for the MF Film Holder models (including original and dual
variations) and the ANR Insert (and available in printed form upon request) shall create any warranty not
expressly stated by the “Important Safety and Legal Information” webpage/document. See the Limitation of
Liability stated below.
Limitation of Liability

The MF Film Holder (including original and dual versions) and ANR Insert have been/are marketed, sold,
warranted and supported solely by DSF OmniCorp, LLC. Similar to when using the original manufacturer’s
film/negative/slide holders, it is possible that your film could somehow be damaged during the use of these
products. To the extent permitted by applicable law and to the extent that DSF OmniCorp, LLC is otherwise found
responsible for any damages, DSF OmniCorp, LLC is responsible only for actual damages to the MF Film
Holder (including original and dual versions) or ANR Insert. To the extent permitted by law, in no event shall
DSF OmniCorp, LLC, its officers, its employees, its affiliates, its licensors, its suppliers or any third parties be
liable for any incidental, indirect, exemplary, punitive or consequential damages, lost profits, or other damages
resulting from the use or failure of the MF Film Holder (including original and dual variants) or ANR Insert. To
the extent permitted by law, the remedies stated for you in this warranty document are exclusive and are limited to
those expressly provided for in this warranty document.

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