kiss-o-matic
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There's a few threads about dust around here but I think most are in the development parts of the forum, as that's when the negs are most susceptible. However, I just got a roll back from the lab and I'm seeing similar "crap" on my scans, which leads me to believe it's the scanner.
I'm using an Epson V600 over an OpticFilm 8200 (specifically for the convenience of batch scanning). What's the general consensus on keeping the scanner bed clean? Before each roll (or two) I wipe it down w/ a cloth for cleaning a lens, which I assume should be fine and dandy. Results are still... variable at best. Should I be using glass cleaner with a paper towel first, then wiping down lint free? Something else? I was going to sell the OpticFilm for the lack of medium format, but looks like using both pieces of hardware will save me some headaches.
I'm using an Epson V600 over an OpticFilm 8200 (specifically for the convenience of batch scanning). What's the general consensus on keeping the scanner bed clean? Before each roll (or two) I wipe it down w/ a cloth for cleaning a lens, which I assume should be fine and dandy. Results are still... variable at best. Should I be using glass cleaner with a paper towel first, then wiping down lint free? Something else? I was going to sell the OpticFilm for the lack of medium format, but looks like using both pieces of hardware will save me some headaches.
