- EPSON user guide Scanner Expression 1600 / 1600 Pro

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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 COVER.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Where to Find Information This User's Guide This guide shows how to setup the scanner and calibarate the screen, how to install the scanner software and options, and how to use the scanner and make basic scans. It also shows how to make basic software settings and use the Start Button function. Finally, it offers troubleshooting tips, customer support information.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 FRONT.FM Pass 3 Color Image Scanner All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 FRONT.FM Pass 3 ii Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 EP1600.TOC Pass 3 Contents Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 EP1600.TOC Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer using the USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Understanding USB connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the Scanner Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 EP1600.TOC Pass 3 Target applications in the Scan Buttons bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Assigning an application to the Start button . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Adding Applications to the Scan Buttons Bar . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Registering new applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Setting Up EPSON Scanner Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 EP1600.TOC Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Error indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quality problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Software setup problems . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 EP1600.TOC Pass 3 For Australian Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5 For India Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7 For Malaysia Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7 For Singapore Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INTRO.FM Pass 3 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the scanner. ❏ Unplug the scanner before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the scanner. ❏ Do not place the scanner on an unstable surface, or near a radiator or heat source.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INTRO.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the scanner; if the scanner has been dropped or the case damaged; if the scanner does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INTRO.FM Pass 3 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INTRO.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol (G). The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N. The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter L.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 KNOW.FM Pass 3 Chapter 1 1 Getting to Know Your Scanner Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Unpacking the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Scanner Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Lights and Buttons . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 KNOW.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Features The EPSON Expression 1600/Expression 1600 Pro scanner offers the following features: ❏ Optical resolution of 1600 dots per inch (dpi) for main scanning, and 3200 dpi with micro step for sub scanning (36bit input, 36-bit output). ❏ A4/Letter size scanning area. ❏ Start Button control for shortcut local and networked scanning operation.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 KNOW.FM Pass 3 ❏ EPSON TWAIN Pro and TWAIN Pro Network’s Descreening option automatically removes unwanted moiré patterns from scanned images for higher quality output. ❏ Auto Area Segmentation (AAS) allows you to separate text from photographs on a page so that grayscale images are clearer and text recognition is more accurate.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi KNOW.FM Pass 3 Unpacking the Scanner Your Expression 1600/Expression 1600 Pro comes shipped with CD-ROMs which include the driver software that runs your scanner, and some additional items, depending on your scanner model.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 KNOW.FM Pass 3 For the Expression 1600 Pro 1 Transparency Unit installation screws (2) reflective document mat film holders Note: The Expression 1600 Pro comes with the Transparency Unit which is also available as an option for the Expression 1600. Depending on the country of purchase, the power cord may come attached to the scanner.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 option interface connector KNOW.FM Pass 3 1 transportation lock lever SCSI ID rotary switch SCSI terminator switch AC inlet USB interface connector SCSI interface connectors optional interface slot Lights and Buttons The scanner has two indicator lights and two buttons.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi KNOW.FM Pass 3 Light ERROR Light READY Light Error Type On On Command error Flashing Off Interface error Flashing Flashing Fatal error Off Off Option error Buttons 1-8 Button Function P Operate Turns the scanner on and off. a Start The hardware switch to execute scanning and transfer the scanned image to assigned application software in a stand-alone configuration.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 KNOW.FM Pass 3 Options The following optional items are available to expand the versatility of your scanner. For detailed information on the use of these options, see Chapter 6 of this guide.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 KNOW.FM Pass 3 1-10 Getting to Know Your Scanner Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Scanner Choosing a Place for the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Installing a SCSI Interface Board (SCSI Interface Users Only) . . . 2-4 Releasing the Transportation Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Plugging in the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Choosing a Place for the Scanner Follow the guidelines below when selecting a location for your scanner: ❏ Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. The scanner will not operate properly if it is tilted at an angle. ❏ Place the scanner close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it easily.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 2 550 mm 150 mm or more 133 mm* 562 mm 332 mm * When document cover is closed. ❏ Keep the scanner away from high temperatures, humidity and excessive dirt or dust. Also avoid using or storing the scanner in places subject to rapid changes of temperature and humidity. ❏ Keep the scanner away from direct sunlight and strong light sources. ❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Installing a SCSI Interface Board (SCSI Interface Users Only) Unless your computer already has a SCSI board installed, you need to install a SCSI board and SCSI software before installing the scanner driver and software applications. If you have a Macintosh that has a SCSI interface or if you already have a SCSI board installed in your PC or Macintosh, go to the next section.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Releasing the Transportation Lock Before connecting the scanner to a power source, you must release the transportation lock. 1. Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface with the back facing you. 2. Slide the transportation lock lever on the back of the scanner to the UNLOCK position, as shown below.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Plugging in the Scanner 1. Make sure that the scanner is turned off. The scanner is off when the P operate button is raised (not depressed). 2. If the power cord is not attached to the scanner, connect it to the AC inlet on the back of the scanner, and plug the other end into a properly grounded electrical outlet. c 2-6 Caution: It is not possible to change the scanner's voltage.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Initialization Before connecting the scanner to your computer, follow the steps below to make sure that the scanner is operating properly. 1. Open the document cover so you can see the operation of the scanner during initialization (startup). 2. Turn on the scanner by pressing the P operate button. 3.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer using the SCSI Interface For instructions on connecting the scanner to your computer using the SCSI interface, read this section. Note for Macintosh Users: Be sure to install the scanner software before connecting the scanner to your computer. See Chapter 3 for details.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Understanding SCSI connections Read the following sections to determine how to set up your SCSI devices and whether you need any optional SCSI cables. Daisy Chain The SCSI interface allows you to connect up to seven devices (such as a scanner, hard disk, CD-ROM, and so on) to the computer, in what is called a “daisy chain” arrangement.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Setting the SCSI ID number The scanner's default SCSI ID number is 2. The SCSI ID rotary switch is located at the rear of the scanner. If you add the scanner to a system in which one of your SCSI devices already has a SCSI ID of 2, change the ID number to an unused number using the rotary switch. See the table below as a guide.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi c R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Caution: Do not set the SCSI ID to an ID number that is already assigned to another device otherwise the computer, scanner, and other devices will not operate properly. 2 Setting the terminator switch The scanner has a built-in terminator, which allows SCSI devices to communicate properly with each other.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Connecting the scanner Connect the scanner to your computer or to another SCSI device as follows: Note: The combination of connectors on the SCSI interface cable you need varies depending on the maker of your SCSI device and SCSI interface board. 1. Make sure the scanner, computer, and all other SCSI devices are turned off and unplugged from the power source.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the SCSI port of your computer or another SCSI device. Note: The SCSI port on the Macintosh is the larger port with the SCSI icon over it. 4. Plug in the power cords of your computer, scanner, and other external SCSI devices. Note: Before turning on your system, be sure to read “Power-on sequence” following.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 ❏ For Windows 95 or 98 users: The first time you turn on the computer after turning on the scanner, one of the following dialog boxes or similar may appear. 2 Windows 95 Windows 98 If you see one of these, follow the installation instructions in Chapter 3, then see “Power-off sequence” following.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi ❏ While using your computer, do not turn off any SCSI device which has a terminator that is active (on). ❏ Do not turn the scanner off and back on while using your computer, otherwise the scanner may not work properly. When the connection is complete, you need to install the scanner software. See Chapter 3 of this guide.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Type A connects to your computer. 2 Type B connects to your scanner. USB hub You can also use a USB hub, allowing you to increase the number of USB ports and therefore connect several peripherals. Note: If you connect your scanner through more than one hub, your system may not work properly. In this case, try connecting the scanner directly to the computer’s USB port.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Connecting the scanner To connect the scanner to your computer or USB hub: 1. Connect one end of the cable (Type B) to the USB port on the back of the scanner. 2. Connect the other end of the cable (Type A) to the USB port on your computer, or USB hub. Note: ❏ USB cables enable you to connect the scanner whether your computer is on or off.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 ❏ Connect the USB cable to your computer, then install or start the scanner software. Do not connect or disconnect the USB cable while the scanner software is open. ❏ Make sure no other interface is used. 2 Installing the Scanner Software for Windows After setting up the scanner as described above, you need to install the scanner software before you use the scanner to scan documents.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SETUP.FM Pass 3 2-20 Setting Up the Scanner Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Chapter 3 Installing the Software System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 For PCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 For Macintosh and SCSI users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 For Macintosh and USB users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi INSTALL.FM Pass 3 System Requirements Before installing the scanner software, make sure that your system meets the following requirements. For PCs For Windows and SCSI users Scanner: EPSON Expression 1600/Expression 1600 Pro System: Microsoft ® Windows ® 95, Windows ® 98, or Windows NT ® 4.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Display: Color Monitor, 640 × 480 screen resolution (or higher recommended), and 256 color (32,000 color or higher recommended) Note: Color and tone reproduction are subject to the display capability of your computer system, including the video card, display monitor, and software. See the product documentation for details.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Installing the Scanner Software for Windows After connecting the scanner to your computer, install the scanner software from the CD-ROM. The installation steps differ depending on the version of Windows. Find instructions for Windows 98 users in this section. Instructions for Windows 95 and NT 4.0 users can be found in “For Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 users” on page 3-15.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 3. When the dialog box below or similar appears, insert the scanner software CD in the CD-ROM drive, then click Next. 4. Select the Search for the best driver for your device option, then click Next.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 5. Make sure the Specify a location check box is selected, then browse and select or type in the CD-ROM drive letter, EPSON folder, the folder of your preferred language, and Win98 folder as the location, as shown below, and click Next. 3 6. Follow the instructions on the screen. You may be asked to insert the Windows 98 CD-ROM.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Make sure that the correct CD-ROM drive letter and the Win98 folder are specified in the Copy files from: box as shown below. 7. The EPSON Screen Calibration utility automatically starts. Follow the instructions on the screen. For details, see page 3-25.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Installing application software 1. Double-click the My Computer icon. 2. Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. A dialog box asking for your preferred language appears on your screen. If no dialog box appears, double-click the Cdsetup.exe icon. 3. Select your preferred language and click OK. 4. You will see the following dialog box. Click Add Software. 5.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Note: ❏ If folders for the applications on the CD-ROM contain README files, double-click and read them as they contain up-to-date information regarding the software. ❏ You will find the Scanners and Cameras icon shown below in the Control Panel after EPSON TWAIN Pro is installed. USB users 1. Make sure that the scanner is turned on. 2. Turn on the computer, and start Windows.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 3. When the dialog box below appears, insert the scanner software CD in the CD-ROM drive, then click Next. 3 4. Select the Search for the best driver for your device option, then click Next.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 5. Make sure the Specify a location check box is selected and click Next. 6. Follow the instructions on the screen. Depending on your system, you may be asked to insert the Windows 98 CD-ROM. Make sure that the correct CD-ROM drive letter and the Win98 folder are specified in the Copy files from: box as shown below.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 7. The EPSON Screen Calibration utility automatically starts. Follow the instructions on the screen. For details, see page 3-25. Note: If the EPSON Screen Calibration utility doesn’t start automatically after installing the scanner software, see page 3-25 to calibrate your screen. 8. When the following dialog box is displayed, click Finish.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 4. You will see the following dialog box. Click Add Software. 5. You will see the list of software in the list box. Click to select the names of the software you want to install in your PC. Make sure PageManager for EPSON is selected to be installed. Descriptions of the software can be found in the software documentation, or on the CD-ROMs that come with your scanner. 6. Click OK.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 ❏ You will find the Scanners and Cameras icon shown below in the Control Panel after EPSON TWAIN Pro is installed. 3 For Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 users 1. Make sure that the scanner is turned on. 2. Turn on the computer, and start Windows. If you are using Windows NT 4.0, insert the scanner software CD in the CD-ROM drive. Go to step 3.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi ❏ If the dialog box below appears, insert the scanner software CD in the CD-ROM drive. Select Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer, then click OK, and Browse. Select the CD-ROM drive, EPSON folder, the folder of your preferred language, and Win95 folder, then click OK. Go to step 3.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 ❏ If the dialog box below appears, insert the scanner software CD in the CD-ROM drive, then click Next. 3 When you are asked for the drive and folder, select the CDROM drive, EPSON folder, your language preference, and Win95 folder. An example is shown below.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi When the following dialog box or similar appears, click Finish. 3. Double-click the My Computer icon. 4. Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. A dialog box asking your preferred language appears on your monitor. If no dialog box appears, double-click the Cdsetup.exe icon. 5. Select your preferred language and click OK. 6. You will see the following dialog box. Click Add Software.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 7. You will see the list of software in the list box. Click to select the names of the software you want to install in your PC. Make sure EPSON TWAIN Pro and PageManager for EPSON are selected. Descriptions of the software can be found in Chapter 4, or on the CD-ROMs that come with your scanner. 8. Click OK. Then follow the instructions on the screen.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 11. Click Test to check the connection. If everything is properly installed and connected, Status: Device Ready appears under Scanner Information in the dialog box. If the “Device Ready” message does not appear, see Chapter 7, “Maintenance and Troubleshooting.” 12. Click OK to close the EPSON TWAIN Pro dialog box. The EPSON Screen Calibration utility automatically starts.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Upgrading from Windows 95 to Windows 98 Before you upgrade from a Windows 95 operating system to Windows 98, you need to uninstall EPSON TWAIN Pro. Follow the steps below. 1. Click the EPSON Scanner Monitor icon in the task bar and select Close to close EPSON Scanner Monitor. 2. Click the Start button, highlight Settings, and then select Control Panel.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 3. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon. Select EPSON TWAIN Pro and click the Add/Remove button. Then follow the instructions on the screen. After you uninstall EPSON TWAIN Pro, upgrade to Windows 98, then install EPSON scanner software as described on page 3-5.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Installing the Scanner Software for Macintosh Before connecting the scanner to your Macintosh computer, you must first install the EPSON scanner software; EPSON TWAIN Pro, EPSON Scanner Monitor, PageManager for EPSON and other application software from the CD-ROM. Follow the steps below.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 5. The installer software shows a dialog box. Click Install in the dialog box that appears, and follow the instructions on the screen. When you have finished the entire installation, click Restart to complete the installation. The EPSON Screen Calibration utility automatically starts, see page 3-25 for details. After finishing screen calibration, the computer will restart.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Calibrating Your Screen You must calibrate your screen and scanner to reproduce images identical to the originals. Note for Windows 98 and Macintosh users: The introductory Screen Calibration dialog box will not appear. Follow the instructions from step 2 below to calibrate your screen. During the EPSON scanner software installation on Windows, the following dialog box appears. 1.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi INSTALL.FM Pass 3 2. In the following or similar dialog box, move the slider to the right or left until the two shades of the gray horizontal stripes match. r Note: View the screen from a distance. The gray stripes will not perfectly blend together; however, try to make the two tones match as closely as possible. 3. Click OK to register the calibration setting. 4. The message Setup is complete appears.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Selecting Scanners If you connect several scanners that are supported by EPSON TWAIN Pro to your computer, follow the instructions below to select which scanner to use. Note: You can only connect and use scanners that are the same model if you use different interface connections. For Windows 98 users 1. Double-click the Scanners and Cameras icon in Control Panel.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 2. Select a scanner you want to use from the installed scanners and cameras list in the Scanners and Cameras Properties dialog box. Click Property, and then click the Utility tab. 3. Make sure Select as default scanner for EPSON TWAIN Pro is selected and then click OK.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 INSTALL.FM Pass 3 Note: If you have installed EPSON Scan Server, you can setup your scanner to be used over the network by selecting the Select as default scanner for EPSON Scan Server check box. For Macintosh users 1. Choose Control Panels from the Apple menu. Then click the EPSON ScannerSelector icon. 2.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Chapter 4 Using Your Scanner Scanning Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Placing a Document on the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Removing the Cover for Thick or Large Documents . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Starting EPSON TWAIN Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi USING.FM Pass 3 Scanning Procedure This chapter shows you how the scanner operates. The basic procedure for scanning is as follows: 1. Turn on the scanner. (Keep in mind the “Power-on sequence” on page 2-14.) 2. Place the document you want to scan on the document table. (This is described in detail in the next section.) 3. Run the scanner software and scan. (See page 4-7 for details on scanning.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 2. Turn on the computer and make sure that the scanner's READY light is on. 3. Open the document cover.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi USING.FM Pass 3 4. Place the document on the document table, with the side to be scanned facing down. Make sure that the document is carefully aligned. corner of the document Note: An area approximately 1.6mm from the horizontal and 1mm from the vertical edges of the document table glass will not be scanned. 1.6mm (approx.) 1mm (approx.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 5. Close the document cover gently so that the document does not move. 4 Note: ❏ Make sure the document is flat against the glass surface, otherwise the image will appear fuzzy and out of focus. Also be sure to close the document cover to prevent interference from external light. ❏ Always keep the document table clean. See “Cleaning the Scanner” in Chapter 7.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Removing the Cover for Thick or Large Documents Carefully lift straight up on the back of the document cover. Hold the back of the document cover and lift straight up. Note: When scanning with the cover removed, do not leave any area of the document table exposed to prevent interference from external light.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi c R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Caution: Make sure both of the notches in the cover's hinges are directly above the clips on the scanner before pushing the cover down into place. Improperly aligned notches can damage the cover. Starting EPSON TWAIN Pro There are two ways to scan; with an application that supports TWAIN, or with the a Start button and preassigned application software. If you ..
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 1. Start your application. For example, Presto! PageManager for EPSON. 2. Select Select Source from the File menu, and then select EPSON TWAIN Pro on Windows and Macintosh. Note: You usually need to perform this step only the first time you use the scanner with your application. 3. Choose Acquire from the File menu to open EPSON TWAIN Pro. To scan, see the next section.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Using Updater The Updater utility imports user-defined settings you created for Image Type, Destination, or Tone Correction settings from the old version to the new version of EPSON TWAIN Pro.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Scanning an Image When you start EPSON TWAIN Pro or EPSON TWAIN Pro Network through a TWAIN-compliant application, the following window or similar appears on the screen: Note for Macintosh users: Most illustrations shown in this chapter are for Windows, so they may vary from the actual dialog boxes that appear on your screen.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 ❏ You cannot scan an image that exceeds available memory or disk space. If you attempt to scan an image that is too large, an alert appears on the screen. ❏ Before you begin scanning, you should calibrate your screen. For details, see your Software Reference Guide. ❏ After an image is scanned, be sure to save it.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TPU for Neg. Film: Select this setting when using the optional Transparency Unit with negative film. This setting is available only when the optional unit has been installed. TPU for Pos. Film: Select this setting when using the optional Transparency Unit with positive film. This setting is available only when the optional unit has been installed.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Image Type Use the Image Type list to select the type of image to be scanned. Image Type list (predefined settings) 4 The Image Type list provides the following predefined settings. Click the arrows on the right to view all of the available settings: 36-bit Color (HiFi): 36-bit colors, high quality Note: This setting is available only in certain applications, such as Adobe ® PhotoShop ®.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Note: This setting is available only in certain applications, such as Adobe PhotoShop.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Screen/Web: Suitable to display on screen Prepress (175, 150, 133, 120 lpi) Optimize for prepress printing at 175, 150, 133, or 120 lines per inch. LineWork scan Optimize for LineWork scanning.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi USING.FM Pass 3 ❏ Online help also provides you with information on settings. Click ? to access help. ❏ You cannot scan an image that exceeds available memory or disk space. If you attempt to scan an image that is too large, an alert appears on the screen. ❏ Before you begin scanning, you should calibrate your screen. For details, see your Software Reference Guide.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 The following window appears. 4 You can see the effects of the following settings in the preview image.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Note: Although the image in the Preview window changes as you make settings, the settings do not affect the actual image until you scan or rescan the image. Preview Buttons Zoom preview button Clicking the zoom preview button enlarges the active marquee. See the next page for information about marquees.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Marquees A marquee is a frame around an entire image, or just a certain part of an image. Marquees are often used in scanning and imageediting software to select only the most important part of an image. Making and modifying marquees Move the pointer over the image in the Preview window, and the pointer becomes cross-hairs.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Resizing marquees When the mouse pointer is placed on the edge of the marquee, it changes to an arrow allowing you to resize the marquee. The double-headed arrows only appear on the active marquee. If you drag an arrow while pressing the Shift key, the marquee will be resized proportionally.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Delete marquee button Clicking the delete marquee button removes the active marquee. Note: You can also delete the active marquee by pressing the Delete key on your keyboard. 4 Duplicate marquee button Clicking the duplicate marquee button creates another marquee the same size as the active marquee. Use this button to make multiple marquees.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi USING.FM Pass 3 Saving the Scanned Image ❏ To save a scanned image in your application, choose Save or Save As from the File menu. For details, see your application documentation. ❏ To save a scanned image in PageManager for EPSON, follow the steps below. Note: Parenthesized words in the following steps apply to Macintosh users. 1. Choose Save As from the File menu.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 2. Select the folder where the image will be saved. 3. Type a filename for your image in the File Name (Save as) field. 4. Select the file format you want to save the image in from the Save as type field. 5. Click OK (Save).
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 USING.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi ❏ If the scanner is connected to a PC which is running EPSON Scan Server, the Start Button feature mentioned above is disabled. For information on using the Start button in a networked environment, refer to the EPSON Scan Server & EPSON TWAIN Pro Network User’s Guide.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Chapter 5 Using the Start Button The Start Button Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 PageManager for EPSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Target applications in the Scan Buttons bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Assigning an application to the Start button . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi The Start Button Feature The Start Button feature allows you to scan and send data to a target application with a single push of your scanner’s a Start button. The following sections will help you set up your PageManager for EPSON and EPSON Scanner Monitor software, or Windows 98 system, so you can begin to use the Start Button feature.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 PageManager for EPSON PageManager allows you to scan and send data directly to an assigned application with a single push of your scanner’s a Start button. You can also scan to any target application by simply clicking on the application icon in PageManager’s Scan Buttons bar. This section will help you set up PageManager so you can begin to scan using the a Start button.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Assigning an application to the Start button To assign an application on the Scan Buttons bar to the a Start button, follow the steps below. 1. Select the Scan Buttons Setting from the File menu. 2. Click the Start Button Settings tab in the Scan Buttons Setting dialog box. The following dialog box appears.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 The icons in Select target application correspond to the icons in the Scan Buttons bar and represent the possible target devices and applications. 5 3. Select an application from the Select target application box and click OK. The selected application is now assigned to the scanner’s a Start button.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Adding Applications to the Scan Buttons Bar You can add applications appearing in the Application bar at the bottom of the PageManager window to the Scan Buttons bar. Follow the steps below. 1. Select Scan Buttons Setting from the File menu. You will see the following dialog box. 2. Specify the name of the setting in the Name box. 3.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 To remove an application assigned to the Scan Buttons bar, select the application in the box on the left of the dialog box and click Remove. Then click OK. Suppress TWAIN User Interface check box When this check box is selected, the EPSON TWAIN Pro dialog box does not appear when you scan, and the scanner works according to the settings in PageManager.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi The Register Application Wizard dialog box appears. 2. Specify the application’s name, location and icon and click Next>. 3. Specify the format of the image and click Finish.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Setting Up EPSON Scanner Monitor EPSON Scanner Monitor is software that recognizes when the a Start button is pressed and sends information to assigned application software supporting the Start Button feature and EPSON Scanner Monitor, such as PageManager for EPSON.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi ❏ Turning off Scanner Monitor If you want to turn off Scanner Monitor, select Close. However, this will disable the scanner’s Start Button feature. Note: After you turn off Scanner Monitor, it will turn back on automatically the next time you start Windows. To activate Scanner Monitor again, select Programs from the Start menu and click EPSON Scanner; then select EPSON Scanner Monitor.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 For Macintosh users Select EPSON Scanner Monitor Setup from the Apple menu. 5 ❏ Turning off Scanner Monitor If you want to turn off Scanner Monitor, clear the Enable Monitoring check box. However, this will disable the scanner’s Start Button feature. To activate Scanner Monitor again, select the Enable Monitoring check box.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi ❏ Assigning an application to Scanner Monitor Click Browse. Select a folder and an application that supports the Start Button feature and EPSON Scanner Monitor, such as PageManager for EPSON.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Setting Up the Start Button Feature for Windows 98 Without having EPSON Scanner Monitor installed, Windows 98 allow you to use the a Start button on your scanner without having to open an application that supports the Start Button feature.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi If you want to use your scanner’s a Start button with PageManager for EPSON as the supporting application, follow the steps on the next page. 1. Select your scanner from the installed scanners and cameras list in the Scanners and Cameras Properties dialog box. Click Properties, and then click the Events tab. 2. You can see the Start Button is listed as the scanner event.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SBUTTON.FM Pass 3 3. Close the dialog box by clicking the OK button. Disabling the Start button If you need to disable the Start Button feature, select the Disable device event check box in the EPSON Expression 1600 Properties dialog box. When this check box is clear, Windows 98 will detect if the a Start button is pressed and launch the application you selected in the Send to this application list.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Chapter 6 Options Using the Transparency Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Unpacking the Transparency Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Removing the shipping screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Installing the Transparency Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Using the Transparency Unit The optional Transparency Unit (B81318✽) makes it possible to scan transparencies and slides, in full color. Once you install the Transparency Unit, you can leave it in place even when you want to return to scanning normal (paper) documents.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Removing the shipping screw A shipping screw is installed on the Transparency Unit to prevent damage during shipping. Be sure to use the following procedure to remove this screw before attempting to use the unit. 1. Turn over the Transparency Unit so its glass side is facing up. 2. Remove the shipping screw as shown below. 6 CLAMP 3.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Note: Before transporting the scanner, remove the Transparency Unit and return the shipping screw to its original shipping hole. See “Transporting the Scanner and the Transparency Unit” on page 7-4 for details. Installing the Transparency Unit Follow the steps below to install the Transparency Unit on the scanner. 1. Make sure the scanner is turned off, and unplug the power cord. 2.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 4. Insert the two installation screws provided with the Transparency Unit into the holes as shown below, and then tighten the screws with a coin. 6 5. Close the Transparency Unit. 6. Connect the Transparency Unit's connector to the option connector on the scanner.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Film Holders and reflective document mat Four film holders for scanning transparencies and a reflective document mat for scanning normal paper documents are included with this unit. To use them, see the instructions below.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 120/220 film ... page 6-11 4 × 5 inch film ... page 6-13 Non-standard film sizes ... page 6-15 3. Place the film holder on the scanner’s glass document table, aligning it with the upper right-hand corner. Make sure the glossy side of the transparency is facing down. 4. Close the Transparency Unit. If the reflective document mat is installed on the Transparency Unit, remove it.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 35mm film strips 1. Place the 35mm film strip holder on a flat surface, and remove a strip cover. 2. Insert a strip of film in the film strip holder, making sure the glossy (smooth) side of the film is facing down.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 3. Replace the strip cover that you removed in step 1. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for all the film strips you scan. 4. Place the film strip holder on the document table and align it as shown below.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Mounted slides 1. Load slides in the 35mm slide holder face down, as shown below. Repeat this step for all the slides you scan. 2. Place the slide holder on the document table. Align the slide holder as shown below.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 120/220 film 1. Place the 120/220 film holder on a flat surface, and open a strip cover. 2. Insert the film in the film holder, making sure the glossy (smooth) side of the film is facing down.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 3. Close the cover. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for all the film you scan. 4. Place the film holder on the document table and align it as shown below.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 4 × 5 inch film 1. Place the 4 x 5 inch film holder on a flat surface, and open a cover. 2. Insert the film in the film holder, making sure the glossy (smooth) side of the film is facing down.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 3. Close the cover. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for all the film you scan. 4. Place the film holder on the document table and align it as shown below.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Non-standard film sizes Place the film directly onto the scanner’s glass document table, making sure the glossy (smooth) side of the film is facing down. 6 Note: ❏ When you place the film directly on the document table, make sure to set the focus position to 0.0 in EPSON TWAIN Pro. ❏ An area approximately 1.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 2. Insert the tabs on the reflective paper document mat into the slots on the Transparency Unit and slide the mat into place. 3. Position the reflective document and close the unit. To remove the reflective document mat, slide it up and out of the slots on the Transparency Unit.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Using the Automatic Document Feeder The Automatic Document Feeder (B81316✽) allows you to automatically load multiple-page documents into your scanner. This document feeder is particularly useful for OCR (optical character recognition) scanning, or for creating an image database.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Installing the Automatic Document Feeder Follow the steps below to install the Automatic Document Feeder on your EPSON scanner. 1. Make sure your scanner is turned off, and unplug the scanner's power cord. 2. Remove your scanner's document cover by holding the cover behind the hinge and lifting the back of the cover straight up. (See page 4-6) 3.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 4. Insert the installation screws included with your Automatic Document Feeder into the holes in the scanner, then use a coin to tighten them. 6 5. Remove the protective materials from the Automatic Document Feeder's mounting hardware. 6. Close the Automatic Document Feeder. 7. Attach the Automatic Document Feeder's connecter to the scanner's option interface.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Loading paper into your Automatic Document Feeder Your Automatic Document Feeder can automatically load up to 30 sheets of the following paper sizes (based on a paper weight of 17 lbs and a stack thickness of 6.0 mm or less): Checks 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) B5 182 x 257 mm (7.17 x 10.1 inches) A4 210 x 297 mm (8.27 x 11.69 inches) Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Note: For checks, move the left edge guide to the center until it stops, then place your checks in the tray and move the right edge flush against them. 2. Insert the paper stack into the Automatic Document Feeder until it meets resistance. Make sure that the side you want to scan is facing up. Documents are fed into the lower tray after scanning is finished.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Loading documents manually You can load documents manually even when the Automatic Document Feeder is installed. To load manually, lift the Automatic Document Feeder and place the document on the scanning surface. Then lower the Automatic Document Feeder and scan the document.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 5. In the dialog box of EPSON TWAIN Pro, make sure that Auto Document Feeder is selected from the Document Source list. Also choose appropriate settings for the scanning. 6. Click Scan. After scanning the entire stack of documents, a window with thumb-nail images will appear. In this window you can select and change the orientation of the scanned images.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi After scanning the entire stack of documents, a window with thumb-nail images appears. In this window you can select and change the orientation of the scanned images. Fixing paper jams in the Automatic Document Feeder If a paper jam occurs, first open the Automatic Document Feeder's cover.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Document specifications Size: Width 3 to 8.5 inches (76 to 215.9 mm) Length 5 to 14 inches (127 to 355.6 mm) Thickness: 0.07 to 0.16 mm Weight: 52.3 to 127.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi When you are scanning high-quality color or halftone documents, it is recommended you open the Automatic Document Feeder and scan documents individually. Using the IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card The optinal IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card (B80834✼) offers highspeed data transfer and flexible connectivity for your scanner.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Installing the IEEE 1394 interface board in your computer Note: For additional information, see the installation guide that comes with your IEEE 1394 board. 1. Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices. Unplug any power cords, then disconnect all cables from the back panel of your computer. 2. Remove the cover from your computer.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 2. Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the shield plate to the optinal interface slot; then remove the plate. Be sure to keep both screws; you may need to use them again if you re-install the shield plate. w Caution: Static electricity can damage electronic components.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 4. Secure it with the retaining screws. 5. Reconnect all cables. Installing the Scanner Software After installing the Scanner I/F Card as described above, you need to install the scanner software before you connect your scanner to your computer and use the scanner to scan documents. For details on installing the scanner software, see Chapter 3.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 c Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Caution: Do not connect or disconnect IEEE 1394 cables when the scanner is in use. Connecting the scanner To connect the scanner to your computer or other IEEE 1394 device: 1. Connect one end of the cable to the IEEE 1394 port of the Scanner I/F Card on back of the scanner. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the IEEE 1394 port on your computer, or other IEEE 1394 device.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 When connecting the scanner directly to your computer Connect the cable connector to your computer's IEEE 1394 port (FireWire port). The other cable can be connected to any of the IEEE 1394 ports on the Scanner I/F Card attached to your scanner (any of the ports may be used).
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 OPTIONS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Note: Connect the cable to a vacant IEEE 1394 connector if additional IEEE 1394 devices are to be connected to your scanner.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Cleaning the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Replacing the fluorescent lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 Transporting the Scanner and the Transparency Unit. . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Maintenance Cleaning the scanner To keep your scanner operating at its best, you should clean it periodically, as described below. 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Clean the outer case with mild detergent and water. 3. If the glass of the document table gets dirty, clean it with a soft dry cloth.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Replacing the fluorescent lamp The luminosity of the fluorescent lamp declines over time. If the lamp breaks or becomes too dim to operate normally, the scanner stops working and both the READY and ERROR lights rapidly flash. When this happens, the lamp assembly must be replaced. For details, contact your dealer. c Caution: Never open the case of the scanner.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Transporting the Scanner and the Transparency Unit When transporting the scanner or the Transparency Unit over a long distance, or storing them for an extended period, you need to lock the scanner’s carriage and the Transparency Unit’s lamp assembly, to prevent damage. Follow the procedures below. For the scanner 1. Make sure the transportation lock lever is in the UNLOCK position. 2.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 2. Raise the front of the Transparency Unit, hold it upright, and gently shake it up and down once so that the lamp assembly slides down toward the back of the unit. Wait until the lamp assembly comes to rest. 3. Install the shipping screw in its original shipping hole. Problems and Solutions This section divides scanner problems into seven categories: Error indicator. . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Error indicator When an error occurs, the scanner stops operating and the ERROR and READY lights indicate the error type as described below. ERROR Light READY Light Error Type On On Command error Flashing Off Interface error Flashing Flashing Fatal error Off Off Option error Command error The scanner has received incorrect commands from your scanning software.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 ❏ The scanner is malfunctioning. Check that the transportation lock lever is released and check any installed options for problems. Next, turn the scanner off and then back on again. If this does not correct the problem, consult your dealer. Option error This indicates a problem with an installed option, such as a paper jam, an empty document feeder, or an open cover.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 The READY light does not come on. Cause What to do The scanner is off. Press the Poperate button to turn on the scanner. The scanner is not connected correctly. Make sure the power cord is connected to the scanner and plugged into a power outlet. The scanner does not scan. Cause What to do The scanner is not ready to scan.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi For USB interface users : More than one hub is in use, or the cable is unsuitable. For Macintosh and IEEE 1394 interface users: The necessary Extentions are disabled. R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Try connecting the scanner directly to the computer’s USB port, or use an EPSON USB cable . Try connecting your scanner to a different port on your hub, or a different hub, if one is available.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 The scanner software does not work properly. Cause What to do Software is not installed properly. Make sure your software is installed correctly. For Windows 98 users: Check if your scanner is listed more than once in the Scanners and Cameras Properties dialog box. To view the dialog box, double-click the Scanners and Cameras icon in Control Panel.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Quality problems The entire image is distorted or blurred. Cause What to do Document is not placed correctly. Make sure the document is flat against the document table. Document was moved. Make sure you do not accidentally move the document during scanning. Scanner orientation is unsuitable. Make sure the scanner is on a flat, stable surface.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Colors are patchy or distorted at the edges of the image. Cause What to do The document is too thick or warped, or there is too much outside light. A document that is very thick or warped at the edges can cause discoloration. Cover the edges of the document with paper to block outside light. The document is not placed correctly.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Straight lines in the image come out jagged. Cause What to do Document is not placed correctly. Make sure the document orientation is perfectly straight on the document table. Align vertical and horizontal lines with the scales at the top and side of the document table. The image does not look the same as the original. Cause What to do Image settings are incorrect.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 The scanner sensor has malfunctioned. Scanner sensor malfunction is indicated when a line is missing on both screen images and printouts. Contact your dealer. A line of dots always appears in the scanned image. The narrow window near the mounting bracket is dirty Wipe and remove any dirt on the window with a soft cloth.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Colors differs from the original or look strange. Cause What to do Screen is not calibrated. Calibrate the screen. See Chapter 3. Image Type and Destination settings are incorrect. Make sure the Image Type (page 4-13) and Destination settings (page 4-14) are correct. Opening on the document table is covered, or Transparecy Unit was not closed during scanning.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Color matching and color management capabilities of your system are insufficient. Check the color matching and color management capabilities of your computer, display adapter, and software. Some computers can change the color palette to adjust the colors on your screen. See your software and hardware manuals for details. Normal scanning. Exact color matching is very difficult.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Scanned images cannot be printed or come out garbled when printed. Cause What to do Printer is not connected or set up properly, or maintenance is necessary. Make sure your printer is properly connected to the computer, correctly set up, and maintained. See your printer manual for details. Software is not installed properly.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Software setup problems You cannot install EPSON TWAIN Pro. Cause What to do System configuration does not meet the requirements. Check if your computer and operating system meet the system requirements on pages 3-2 to 4. Make sure your computer has enough memory to run the application.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 The Scanner Status does not indicate “Device Ready” after you click Test in the EPSON TWAIN Pro dialog box or the Scanner’s Properties dialog box (Windows 98) in the Control Panel. Cause What to do Interface cable is unsuitable. Make sure the interface cable meets the requirements of your interface board. See the manual that comes with the interface board.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Software operation problems You cannot start EPSON TWAIN Pro. Cause What to do Scanner is switched off. Turn on the scanner and then turn on the computer. Interface cable is unsuitable. Make sure the interface cable meets the requirements of your interface board. See the manual that comes with the interface board. Connection is not made properly.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Software is not installed properly and EPSON TWAIN Pro does not appear in the TWAIN Data Source list. R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Make sure your software is installed correctly. For Windows 98 users: Check if your scanner name appears under Imaging Device hardware type without a ? or ! mark in the Device Manager menu.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Scanning problems Image is dark, with little or no detail. Cause What to do Screen is not calibrated. Calibrate the screen as described in “Calibrating Your Screen” on page 3-25. Destination setting is incorrect. Select Screen/Web as the Destination setting (page 4-14).
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Scanned image is too large. Cause What to do Destination setting is unsuitable. Select Screen/Web as the Destination setting (page 4-14). Selecting a printer as the Destination setting (page 4-14), the print will appear in the correct size even if the image is enlarged on the screen in some applications. Poor character recognition during OCR scanning.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Scanner Event is not selected properly. (For Windows 98) Click the Events tab in your scanner’s Properties dialog box and make sure the Disable device events check box is clear. And make sure the Start button is selected as the Scanner events, and at least one scanner event recognizable application in the Send to this application box is selected.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Changing the SCSI ID number or SCSI board If you are using your scanner with Windows 98 and you want to change the scanner’s SCSI ID number or replace the SCSI board with a new one, follow the steps below. 1. Double-click the Scanners and Cameras icon in the Control Panel. 7 2. Select your scanner in the installed devices list, then click Remove.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 3. Click OK and close the dialog box. 4. Shut down Windows 98 and turn off your PC and scanner. 5. Change the SCSI ID number (see page 2-10), or replace the SCSI board (see page 2-4). 6. Turn on your scanner and then your PC. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 4. Double-click the Scanners and Cameras icon. 5. Select EPSON Expression 1600 and click Remove. Note: ❏ Be sure you have selected the correct device to remove. Since there is no Cancel button, there is no way to stop removal of a device once you click the Remove button.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi If this dialog box appears, click the d button and select X:\EPSON\English\Win98 (where X refers to your CD-ROM drive), then click OK. 11. The Screen Calibration utility will automatically start. See page 3-25 for details.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 If EPSON Expression 1600 appears under Other Devices with a ? mark or under Imaging Device with an ! mark, the EPSON TWAIN Pro file is not installed correctly. Follow the instructions below to reinstall the driver. If EPSON Expression 1600 appears under Other Devices Note: Make sure your scanner is on and connected to your computer.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi 2. Click Close to close the System Properties window. 3. Make sure your scanner is on and restart your computer. 4. The following dialog box appears. To install the driver again, follow the instructions in Chapter 3. If EPSON Expression 1600 appears under Imaging Device Note: Make sure your scanner is on and connected to your computer.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 2. Click Close to close the System Properties window. 3. Make sure your scanner is on and restart your computer. 4. When the following dialog appears, insert the scanner software CD in the CD-ROM drive, then click OK.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Sizing Up Your System Your scanner is sufficient for most scanning needs, but if you are not satisified with the quality of the images on your monitor or with the speed of image processing, read this section. While it does not contain specific recommendations, it describes various possibilities for improving your scanning system.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 File compression software Many different programs are available to make image files smaller for storage or transmission. For example, some compression software can store a 3MB image file on a 1.44MB floppy disk, and compress images and restore them with no loss of data or quality; others compress images more, but the restored file is not exactly the same as the original.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 TRBLE.FM Pass 3 7-34 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SPEC.FM Pass 3 Appendix A Technical Specifications Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Safety Approvals . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SPEC.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Scanning Scanner type: Flatbed, color Photoelectric device: Color CCD line sensor Effective pixels: 13600 × 18720 pixels at 1600 dpi, 100% Document size: 216 mm × 297 mm (8.5 inches × 11.7 inches) A4 or US letter size (The reading area can be specified from your software.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi SPEC.FM Pass 3 Electrical Input voltage range 100 to 120 V AC 220 to 240 V AC AC 90 to 132 V AC 198 to 264 V Rated frequency Rated current Power consumption 50 to 60 Hz 0.8 A 0.4 A Approx. 30W (operating) Approx. 10W (standby) Note: Check the label on the back of the scanner for voltage information.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SPEC.FM Pass 3 Safety Approvals 120V model: Safety standards UL 1950 with D3 CSA C22.2 No. 950 EMC FCC part 15 Subpart B Class B CSA C108.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi SPEC.FM Pass 3 SCSI Interface Interface type: ANSI X3T9.2/375R Revision 10L (SCSI 2) Functions: BUS FREE phase ARBITRATION phase SELECTION/RESELECTION phase COMMAND phase (Logical Unit Number is fixed to 0 and command link function is not supported.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SPEC.FM Pass 3 USB Interface Interface type: Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.0 Configuration: Element Description Device Full Speed mode (12Mbit/s) Class : Vendor-specific Vendor ID : 0x04B8 (SEIKO EPSON Corp.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi SPEC.FM Pass 3 Option Interface Connector Interface type: For use with the optional Automatic Document Feeder (B81316✽) and Transparency Unit (B81318✽) only. Electrical specifications: Output voltage: DC 21.6 to 26.4V DC 4.75 to 5.25V Output current: 0.6A (24V) 0.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SPEC.FM Pass 3 Transparency Unit Electrical Specifications: Supplied Voltage: DC 21.6 to 26.4 V DC 4.75 to 5.25 V 0.6A 0.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi SPEC.FM Pass 3 Automatic Document Feeder General specifications: Paper supply: Face up load Paper out: Face down eject Paper setting quantity: 30pcs (55g paper, maximum total thickness under 6 mm) Electrical specifications: Input voltage: DC 22.8 to 25.2 V DC 4.75 to 5.25 V Input current: 24V: 0.6 A 5V: 0.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SPEC.FM Pass 3 IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card Interface type: IEEE 1394-1995 compatible Data transfer method: Half-duplex Data/Strobe differential serial Synchronization method: Clock synchronization with DS-Link Encoding/decoding: DS-Link Logic level: 3.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SPEC.FM Pass 3 A-12 Technical Specifications Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 Appendix B Contacting Customer Support For United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Users. . . . . . . . B-3 For Australian Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5 For India Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7 For Malaysia Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi If your scanner is not operating properly and you cannot solve your problem using the troubleshooting information in this guide or online help, contact customer support services for assistance. We will be able to help you more quickly if you are able to give the exact information indicated below. Serial number of your scanner: (The serial number label is on the back of the scanner.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 For United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Users If you purchased your product in the UK or the Republic of Ireland, EPSON (UK) LTD provides a range of customer services and technical support. Support Via the World Wide Web ❏ For information on the latest EPSON products, software drivers, on-line user guides and answers to frequently asked questions: http://www.epson.co.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi Product Model: Serial number of your product: (The serial number label is on the back of the product) Brand and model of your computer: Driver software version: (Click the About button in your driver) Operating System (for example, Windows 3.1/ 95/98, NT 3.5/ 4.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 For Australian Users EPSON Australia wishes to provide you with a high level of Customer Service. As well as this User’s Guide, we provide the following sources for obtaining information: EPSON FAXBACK EPSON FAXBACK will fax you the latest specifications and pricing for most EPSON products offered in Australia.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 EPSON Helpdesk EPSON Helpdesk is provided as a final backup to make sure our clients have access to advice. Operators on the Helpdesk can aid you in diagnosing hardware and software problems. They can also advise you on the latest EPSON products and where the nearest dealer or service agent is located. Many types of queries are answered here.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 For India Users Contact for information, support and services are: World Wide Web (www.epson.co.in) Infomation on product specifications, Drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Product Enquiry and Technical Query are available.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 For Singapore Users Sources of information, support and services available from EPSON Singapore are: World Wide Web (www.epson.com.sg) Information on product specifications, Drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiry and Technical Email Support are available.
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R R4C0910 Rev. C Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi A5 size 1/12/00 SUPPORT.FM Pass 3 For Hong Kong Users To obtain technical support as well as other after-sales services, users are welcome to contact EPSON Hong Kong Limited.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi SUPPORT.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 GLOSS.FM Pass 3 Glossary additive primary colors The colors of red, green and blue (RGB) - which give the perception of white when fully added. These are the colors of the color system used with monitors and scanners. bi-level data Image data that is composed of 1 bit per pixel. A pixel is represented by a single bit of digital data that can express only 1 (light) or 0 (dark). bit Short for binary digit.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 GLOSS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi default A set of values used when no other selections have been made. These are sometimes called factory defaults if the original values have not been changed since the scanner has left the factory. dithering A process in which software or an output device simulates continuous tones with groups of dots.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 GLOSS.FM Pass 3 imagesetter A device that uses computer files to produce high-resolution text and graphics output on film or paper. These are usually found in service bureaus and printing companies. impact dot printer A printer that transfers ink onto the paper by striking an ink ribbon with a number of small pins.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 GLOSS.FM Pass 3 Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi primary colors Basic colors. See additive primary colors and subtractive primary colors. resolution Indication of how finely an image is resolved into pixels. Measured in dots per inch (dpi), pixels per inch (ppi), or samples per inch (spi). scan An operation performed by the sensor and the carriage. The image is divided into pixels by scanning.
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Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.Kauppi R R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 GLOSS.FM Pass 3 USB A Universal Serial Bus. A hardware interface for connecting low-speed peripherals such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner, or printer to the computer. USB hub A device that normally provides four TYPE A sockets to increase the number of USB ports on a PC.
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L R4C0910 Rev. C A5 size 1/12/00 GLOSS.FM Pass 3 6 Glossary Proof Sign-off: SEI Y.Takasaki M.Fujimori M.Fujimori SEI M.
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Hard disk, 7-32 Help, online, 4-16 Highlight, 4-17 High resolution monitor, 7-32 Hub, USB, 2-17 I IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card, 1-9 specifications, A-11 Image coarse, 7-32 Controls, 4-17 database, 6-17 saving, 4-22 scanning, 4-10 Type, 4-13, 4-17 Important safety instructions, 1 to 2 Indicator, error, 7-6 Initialization, 2-7 methods, A-8 Installation Automatic Document Feeder, 6-18 to 6-19 scanner software, 3-5 to 3-24 SCSI driver, 2-8 SCSI interface board, 2-4, 6-26 Transparency Unit, 6-4 to 6-5 Installatio
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EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS EPSON AMERICA, INC. EPSON UK LTD. 20770 Madrona Ave. Campus 100, Maylands Avenue, P.O. Box 2842 Hemel Hempstead, Herts, Torrance, CA 90509-2842 HP2 7TJ, U.K. Phone: (800) 922-8911 Phone: (+44) 01442 261144 Fax: (310) 782-5220 Fax: (+44) 01442 227227 EPSON DEUTSCHLAND GmbH EPSON FRANCE S.A. Zülpicher Straße 6, 68 bis, rue Marjolin 40549 Düsseldorf Germany 92300, Levallois-Perret, France Phone: (0211) 56030 Phone: 33.1.40.87.37.
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