Scanning old B&W negatives can be easily done without expensive scanners, I saw a demonstration of this a few years ago at a WAGS computer group meeting and the results were impressive. It consisted of a standard type scanner and software and a wooden box painted white inside with a light bulb fitted inside. The box can be made to the desired size but some investigation may be needed to determine the best light bulb to use. It worked a treat.

Regards,

Adrian

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On 25/10/2008, at 8:15 PM, Ronda Brown wrote:

Hi David,

I've just scanned an old photo of my late Dad, it was taken during the World War 11 1939-1945, he was in the RAAF.
The original photo is fairly yellowed, it's approx 3"x5" size.

I've taken three scans of it, one was scanned at 300 dpi using Epson Scan.app v3.4.5 (comes with included software) using the Full Auto Mode, with Dust Removal & Color Restoration ticked.

Two was scanned at 600 dpi using Epson Scan.app 3.4.5 using Full Auto Mode, with Dust Removal & Color Restoration ticked.

Three was scanned at 300 dpi using Epson Scan.app v3.4.5 using Professional Mode, with Unsharp Mask-Medium, Descreening, Color Restoration & Backlight correct all ticked.

If you like I can email them privately to you. Email me off list if you want them sent please.

Cheers,
Ronni


On 25/10/2008, at 1:18 PM, David Wood wrote:

Hi Ronni,

Just enquiring as to the scanning quality with this new Epson. I, like I guess many others, in the aging bracket, have 100's if not 1,000's of photos in old albums that I would like to bring back to life and digitally enhance. The problem is finding someone who has had good experience with scanning photos and good results. Would be very interested in your thoughts on this new machine as wireless for me would be the way to go.

Also to any other Wamuggers who have good scanning experiences and can make a recommendation.

Thanks,
David


On 25/10/2008, at 12:00 PM, Ronda Brown wrote:

Hello People,

For people interested in being able to wirelessly Print / Scan / Copy (no cables attached to computer), I recommend purchasing the above printer from Daniel Kerr (MacWizardry).

After a disastrous few days without a Multi Function Printer after my Epson RX700 died last Saturday (why does equipment decide to die on week-ends?). Daniel (of MacWizardry) pulled out all stops and went beyond the call of duty, allowing me to use his MF Printer so I could print my designed labels onto some DVD's to complete a job I had to deliver on Monday.

Daniel contracted the wholesaler (when they opened) on Monday and rushed up to pickup the NEW Epson Stylus Photo TX700W MFP Wireless Printer (that has just arrived in WA). Which I then picked up from Daniel's and after a few hours of unpacking, installing the TX700W Software & Drivers, I was back in business.

Setting it up to Connect to my Airport Wireless Network took a little longer (the instructions were a little confusing), but perseverance paid off and eventually I had TX700W connecting to my Airport Network (using Ethernet Cable connected to my Remote Airport Base Station) and I was Printing / Scanning / copying / print to Disc / .... Wirelessly ... no cables connected to my MacBook Pro!

I loved my Epson RX700, but, he only lasted 3 years and cost $699AU
<http://www.epson.com.au/products/multifunctional/stylusphotorx700.asp >

The NEW Epson Stylus Photo TX700W MFP Wireless Printer only costs $299AU ...
<http://www.epson.com.au/products/multifunctional/stylusTX700W.asp>
If you look at the flash movie it says "'Carefree wireless connection' A wireless LAN module enables printer sharing among multiple users at home or in the office. An array of functions, including scanning, copying & printing can be used on a wireless network ...."

To be able to wirelessly Print / Scan / Copy on a wireless network.
Now that is TERRIFIC!

Cheers,
Ronni

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