4x5 Scanning Assembly

For the Pro Mount MK1 & MK2.

Keep in mind that while the micro-etched surface of the acrylic is durable, you should treat it as you would film negatives. Carefully brushing away dust with a microfiber cloth or anti-static brush, but never pressing down into the surface. Reach out to us via the Contact page if you have any questions, or need a replacement piece of Acrylic.

Pro Mount MK2 and 4x5 Scanning Kit which includes the mount, micro-etched acrylic, 2.5mm allen key (for Pro Mount MK2 Only), 4 Thumb screws, and storage case.

Pro Mount MK2 and 4x5 Scanning Kit which includes the mount, micro-etched acrylic, 2.5mm allen key (for Pro Mount MK2 Only), 4 Thumb screws, and storage case.

Start by removing the existing insert, for the Pro Mount MK2, use the included Allen key and save the screws for future use. For the Pro Mount MK1, loosen the thumb screws by hand.

Start by removing the existing insert, for the Pro Mount MK2, use the included Allen key and save the screws for future use. For the Pro Mount MK1, loosen the thumb screws by hand.

Remove the thumb screws that were assembled for shipping, these will be used to attach the unit. Shown here is the mount face up.

Remove the thumb screws that were assembled for shipping, these will be used to attach the unit. Shown here is the mount face up.

Carefully insert the mount to the underside of the Pro Mount, the fit will be snug.

Carefully insert the mount to the underside of the Pro Mount, the fit will be snug.

Once fit into place, you should see the mount will be flush or almost flush with the top of the Pro Mount. You may now tighten the thumb screws from the top, do not over tighten, finger tight, but loose is fine.

Once fit into place, you should see the mount will be flush or almost flush with the top of the Pro Mount. You may now tighten the thumb screws from the top, do not over tighten, finger tight, but loose is fine.

Now identify the top of the micro-etched acrylic, this surface is dull, and will always be used face up. You can tell this side by looking at a reflection, it will be foggy. This etched surface prevents newton rings.

Now identify the top of the micro-etched acrylic, this surface is dull, and will always be used face up. You can tell this side by looking at a reflection, it will be foggy. This etched surface prevents newton rings.

Shown here is the bottom of the surface, notice the lack of fog around the florescent bulb reflection.

Shown here is the bottom of the surface, notice the lack of fog around the florescent bulb reflection.

Now simply drop the acrylic into place, etched side up, and you’re ready for scanning. 4x5 Film and short strips will lay flat with gravity on the surface, but small weights can also be used on the corners if needed, just make sure they don’t scratc…

Now simply drop the acrylic into place, etched side up, and you’re ready for scanning. 4x5 Film and short strips will lay flat with gravity on the surface, but small weights can also be used on the corners if needed, just make sure they don’t scratch or mark the surface.