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sensor. This RAW data can then be<br />

scrutinized, and any necessary<br />

adjustments can be applied before<br />

output. We all know microfilm<br />

documents are FAR from perfect. The<br />

RAW data file allows for further editing,<br />

such as brightness, contrast, straighten,<br />

and cropping before output. Skipping<br />

this step by directly outputting from<br />

capture forces file compression to<br />

maximize disk space which could result<br />

in lost information that could never be<br />

recovered.<br />

Additionally, any number of file<br />

types can be built from the original<br />

RAW data file. This means that PDF,<br />

PDF/A, TIFF, JPEG, BMP, and many<br />

more types can be created providing<br />

maximum flexibility. Other solutions<br />

force users to determine the file type<br />

before conversion, severely limiting the<br />

user’s post-scan options.<br />

Area Array Cameras<br />

The Area Array Camera is a very<br />

good camera for single shot, stabilized<br />

capture. These are similar to the sensors<br />

found in your cell phone or digital<br />

camera. These cameras are ideal for<br />

taking still images and delivering high<br />

resolution images, which is why we use<br />

this style of camera in the ViewScan 4<br />

on-demand microfilm scanner.<br />

However, any movement or vibration of<br />

the camera or microform may cause<br />

distortion to the image which can cause<br />

the image to appear smeared or to<br />

overlap resulting in poor image quality.<br />

You can see an example of this by<br />

taking a picture with your phone while<br />

moving it. That is not the kind of scan<br />

you want permanently in your archive.<br />

Scan with the Conversion<br />

Experts<br />

Every conversion project is<br />

important, vital even. Your records are<br />

important to us too. This is why we<br />

created a process that not only scans<br />

your microfilm quickly, but also delivers<br />

perfect images with all being captured<br />

with complete confidence. Are you<br />

considering a conversion project? Let<br />

our experience help you convert your<br />

collection with confidence!<br />

<strong>NIRMA</strong>’s Financial Holdings<br />

As of: September 17, <strong>2020</strong><br />

Anita S. Beren<br />

<strong>NIRMA</strong> Treasurer<br />

Money Market Account $ 109,919.46<br />

Checking Account $ 19,105.20<br />

Debit Account $ 967.09<br />

6 <strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2020</strong> <strong>NIRMA</strong>.org <strong>Inside</strong> <strong>NIRMA</strong>

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