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bitdepthVery dark scan results (when creating raw data HDRi RAW files)
HDR(i) RAW files are being saved using gamma 1.0.
 
benutzungsfragenWhich side of the film should face upwards?
The manufacturers give advice on this so the scans are correctly aligned.
However, we generally recommend that you put the emulsion side down and rotate / mirror the image in SilverFast if necessary. The reason is to prevent dust from settling on the emulsion side, which is very difficult to clean.
You can easily identify the emulsion side. It is generally more dull and can show structure. The non-emulsion side is generally more shiny and flat.
benutzungsfragenHow can I make sure I get high quality scans?
- selecting resolution
- improving sharpness
- reducing noise
- optimizing Dynamic Range
 
benutzungsfragenHow do I quickly get a natural looking image?
SilverFast offers various automatic image adjustment methods. Using them will automatically set the highlights, shadows and gradation to suit your individual image content.
 
bitdepthWhich bit-depth should I use?
bitdepth24
48->24 Bit is the standard option used for .jpg images and most standard image files.
 
meMulti-Exposure. (ME)
Multi-Exposure uses two separate scans to achieve a much higher Dynamic-Range than a standard scan could.

This greatly reduces sensor noise. Especially in dark image areas. Additionally the higher Dynamic-Range offers a great advantage when processing images in professional imaging software like SilverFast HDR Studio or Photoshop.

Multi-Exposure is available in SilverFast SE Plus and Ai Studio.
 
JobManagerHow do I copy selected settings using the JobManager?
You can copy selected settings using the copy&paste function in the JobManager.
It allows you to copy individual settings and options from one image to one or more others.
It allows you to either copy manual settings or the auto adjustment you would like to use.
The automatic image adjustment (e.g. auto CCR) will then be individually executed for each image.
 
frameHow do I set up a batch scan with my flatbed scanner?
To be able to batch scan your images, you first need to create individual scan-frames for each image. The easiest way to do this is using the "find frames" option in the frame menu.

Each frame has it's own settings. You can setup one frame and the use the "copy settings to all frames" option, also to be found in the frame menu.

To start the batch simply click an d hold the scan button to select batch-scan from the appearing pop-up menu.
 
frameHow can I launch SilverFast with custom frame settings?
This also allows the creation of new frames using custom settings.
 
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