Why is the autofocus not working on my Minolta DIMAGE SCAN ELITE 5400 Scanner?
- CChristopher HernandezSep 23, 2025
If the Minolta Scanner’s AF system does not work, turn the manual focus dial function off in the preference dialog box.
Why is the autofocus not working on my Minolta DIMAGE SCAN ELITE 5400 Scanner?
If the Minolta Scanner’s AF system does not work, turn the manual focus dial function off in the preference dialog box.
How to fix unusual color in Minolta DiMAGE Scan preview?
If the DiMAGE Scan preview image displays unusual color reproduction, remove the film holder and close the Minolta Scanner door. Then, press shift+control+I (Windows) or command+control+I (Macintosh) to initialize the scanner.
How to fix blurry images with manual focus on Minolta Scanner?
If images are not sharp when using the manual focus dial, turn the manual focus dial function on in the preference dialog box of the Minolta Scanner software.
How to fix 'could not confirm scanner connection' on Minolta DIMAGE SCAN ELITE 5400?
If the 'could-not-confirm-scanner-connection' message appears when starting the Minolta Scanner utility software, ensure the cable is securely connected between the computer and the scanner. Then, turn the scanner off and on. Click OK to continue.
What to do if 'close scanner door' message appears on Minolta Scanner?
If the message 'close-scanner-door' appears when starting the Minolta Scanner utility software, close the scanner door. Then, click OK to continue.
Why is my Minolta DIMAGE SCAN ELITE 5400 utility software freezing?
If the utility software freezes or the scanning time increases while using the Minolta Scanner, turn off the scanner. Shut down the image-processing application and increase its memory allocation. Restart the computer and scanner.
Why does my Minolta Scanner produce unusual colors with negative film?
If you encounter unusual image color when scanning color negative film with the Minolta Scanner, confirm that color negative film is selected in the main window and rescan the image. Alternatively, color balance the image using the DiMAGE Scan’s image-processing tools. If the issue persists, reinstall the DiMAGE Scan Utility.
What does 'holder does not match selected film' mean on Minolta DIMAGE SCAN ELITE 5400?
If the 'holder-does-not-match-selected-film' message appears, set the correct film format in the DiMAGE Scan Utility or insert the correct holder into the Minolta Scanner.
Why is the lamp blinking rapidly on Minolta Scanner?
If the scanner indicator lamp on your Minolta Scanner blinks rapidly, it may be because the scanner door was opened during setup. Close the door, and shut down and restart the scanner and DiMAGE Scan Utility.
How to resolve unusual color in Minolta DIMAGE SCAN ELITE 5400 images?
If you encounter unusual image color when scanning color negative film with your Minolta Scanner, confirm color negative film is selected in the main window, and rescan the image, or color balance the image using the DiMAGE Scan’s image-processing tools. If the problem persists, reinstall the DiMAGE Scan Utility.
Provides essential safety guidelines and precautions for operating the Minolta DiMAGE Scan Elite 5400, focusing on electrical hazards and product integrity.
Details environmental and handling conditions to avoid, such as humidity, dust, and extreme temperatures, to prevent damage or injury.
Guidance on prerequisites for connecting the scanner to a computer, emphasizing software installation first.
Step-by-step instructions for securely connecting the scanner to a computer using a USB cable.
Detailed steps for connecting the scanner to a computer via the IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface.
Instructions for connecting the scanner's AC adapter to the unit and a power outlet.
Provides essential safety guidelines and precautions for operating the Minolta DiMAGE Scan Elite 5400, focusing on electrical hazards and product integrity.
Details environmental and handling conditions to avoid, such as humidity, dust, and extreme temperatures, to prevent damage or injury.
Guidance on prerequisites for connecting the scanner to a computer, emphasizing software installation first.
Step-by-step instructions for securely connecting the scanner to a computer using a USB cable.
Detailed steps for connecting the scanner to a computer via the IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface.
Instructions for connecting the scanner's AC adapter to the unit and a power outlet.
| Maximum Resolution | 5400 dpi |
|---|---|
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Scanner Type | Film Scanner |
| Film Compatibility | 35mm |
| Scanning Resolution | 5400 dpi |
| Optical Resolution | 5400 dpi |
| Bit Depth | 16 bit |
| Scanning Method | CCD |
| Film Formats Supported | 35mm film |
| Weight | 4.4 lbs |
| Dynamic Range | 4.8 D |