Scanning 127 format slides

Only choice on film size 35mm (optioned is grayed out). I have old 127 format slides that I want to scan, and not have cropped to 35mm. Any solutions?

Hello.
The 9000F is only able to scan 35mm negatives, 35mm slides and 120 format film. Your 127 format film may not be detected properly.
To try and scan the film, please open the IJ Scan Utility on your computer. Next, click the Scangear option in this program. When the Scangear window appears, select the Advanced Mode tab and try to preview the film. The program will attempt to detect the film and provide you with additional options if the film is detected properly.
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