Digital BW, The Print

>>various SnipS<<
> 
> much has to be done in the scanner any more...and the setpoints and 
tonal curves can easily be done "on the fly" by the scanner software 
on your computer.
> 
> Personally, I just get my tonal curves and setpoints perfect in my 
scanner software, so I only use 8 bit data in PS anyway...but that is 
mostly because my scanner software has good setpoint and curve tools 
(as well as a built-in histogram ;-).

I love mail, thanks for the replies all.

Austin... the scanning software is pretty good for the Agfa Duoscan, 
including a histogram I believe.  And to clarify, "setpoints" is the 
setting of white point & black point?

Are adjustments similiar from neg to neg for you (all)? Giving you 
that confidence in 'perfect'ion.
I am supposing, scanning is like the rest of photography - 
you get familiar with your equipment and know how it will translate 
from stage to stage ... additional comments on scanner settings are 
appreciated.

Cleavis