DS-760/DS-860 User's Guide
Contents DS-760/DS-860 User's Guide ...................................................................................................................... 7 Scanner Basics............................................................................................................................................ 8 Scanner Parts Locations ...................................................................................................................... 8 Scanner Parts........................................
Scanning Using OCR .................................................................................................................... 54 Scanning to a SharePoint Server or Cloud Service ....................................................................... 55 Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner............................................................................................... Cleaning Your Scanner .............................................................................................
General Specifications ....................................................................................................................... Dimension Specifications ................................................................................................................... Electrical Specifications ..................................................................................................................... Environmental Specifications .......................................................
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Scanner Basics See these sections to learn about the basic features of your scanner. Scanner Parts Locations User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts Changing the Power Off Setting Scanner Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your scanner.
Scanner Parts 1 Scanner cover 2 Page separation lever 3 Edge guides 4 Input tray extension 5 Input tray 6 Cover open lever 7 Output tray 8 Output tray extension 9 Stopper 9
1 Kensington security slot 2 USB port 3 Power inlet 1 AC adapter 2 Power cord 3 USB cable Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations 10
Scanner Buttons and Lights Buttons 1 The 2 The Job Select button 3 The stop button 4 The start button power button 11
Lights 1 The Ready light 2 The numeric display 3 The ! error light Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations Related references Scanner Light Status Page Separation Lever You can scan plastic cards, folded documents, envelopes, or any document that requires an optional carrier sheet by adjusting the position of the page separation lever.
Move the separation lever to this position only when scanning plastic cards, folded documents, envelopes, or any document that requires an optional carrier sheet. Leave the separation lever in this position when scanning standard single- or multiple-page documents to prevent paper jams.
Part Part number Network interface unit B12B808441 Carrier sheet B12B813431 Roller assembly kit B12B813581 Parent topic: Scanner Basics Changing the Power Off Setting You can use the Epson Scan Settings utility to change the time period before the scanner turns off automatically. 1. Do one of the following to access the Epson Scan Settings utility: • Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select EPSON Scan Settings.
Loading Originals Follow the instructions here to load your originals into the scanner. Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents Loading Originals in the Input Tray You can load originals that meet the document specifications in the input tray. Caution: Do not load photos, or valuable original documents or artwork, directly into the input tray. This may wrinkle or damage the original. Load these originals using an optional carrier sheet. 1.
Note: If you are scanning originals longer than Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) size, do not flip up the stopper. 2. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out.
3. Check to make sure that the page separation lever is in the position shown here. Note: To prevent paper jams, keep the lever in this position for most types of documents. 4. If you are loading a multi-page document, fan your stack of originals and tap them gently on a flat surface to even the edges.
5. Slide your originals into the input tray as shown until they meet resistance. Make sure the printed side is face down and top edge first. Note: If you are loading a paper business card, load it horizontally.
6. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the original. Loading Multiple Sizes of Originals in the Input Tray Original Document Loading Capacity Parent topic: Loading Originals Related references Page Separation Lever Loading Multiple Sizes of Originals in the Input Tray You can load a mixture of originals at different sizes that meet the document specifications in the input tray. Caution: Do not load photos, or valuable original documents or artwork, directly into the input tray.
1. Pull up the input tray extension, extend the output tray, and flip up the stopper. Note: If you are scanning originals longer than Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) size, do not flip up the stopper.
2. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out.
3. Check to make sure that the page separation lever is in the position shown here. Note: To prevent paper jams, keep the lever in this position for most types of documents.
4. Load the originals in the input tray in descending order of paper size with the largest at the back and the smallest at the front. Note: If you are loading a paper business card, load it horizontally. 5. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the widest document. Parent topic: Loading Originals in the Input Tray Original Document Loading Capacity You can load original documents that meet these specifications in your scanner.
Paper size Paper weight Paper type Loading capacity Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) 10 to 56 lb (40 to 210 g/m²) Plain paper 10 lb (40 g/m²): 100 sheets Fine paper 21 lb (80 g/m²): 80 sheets Recycled paper 56 lb (210 g/m²): 30 sheets A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) Loading capacity may vary depending on the paper type. Legal (8.5 × 14 inches [216 × 357 mm]) A5 (5.8 × 8.2 inches [148 × 210 mm]) A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches [105 × 148 mm]) B5 (7.2 × 10.
• Transparencies • Glossy originals • Carbon-less paper • Perforated originals • Originals with labels or stickers Parent topic: Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray You can load plastic cards that meet the card specifications in the input tray. 1. Pull up the input tray extension, extend the output tray, and flip up the stopper. Note: If you are scanning originals longer than Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) size, do not flip up the stopper.
2. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out.
3. Load up to three standard plastic cards horizontally in the input tray as shown, sliding them in until they meet resistance. Make sure the printed side is face down with the top edge first. Note: You can load only a single embossed plastic card. Do not load plastic cards vertically.
4. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the plastic card.
5. Set the page separation lever to the position shown here. Note: To prevent paper jams, make sure to set the separation lever back to its original position when scanning standard single- or multi- page documents. Plastic Card Loading Capacity Parent topic: Loading Originals Plastic Card Loading Capacity You can load original plastic cards that meet these specifications in your scanner. Type Plastic cards, including embossed cards (ISO7810 compliant) Size 2.1 × 3.3 inches (56 × 85.
Note: Plastic cards with glossy surfaces may not scan properly. Parent topic: Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents You can load a single envelope or large, thick, or folded original in the input tray. Make sure the original meets the specifications for special originals before loading it. 1. Pull up the input tray extension, extend the output tray, and flip up the stopper. Note: If you are scanning originals longer than Letter (8.
2. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out. 3. Do one of the following to load your original: • Load a large or thick original or an envelope in the input tray as shown. Make sure the printed side is facedown with the top edge first.
• For a folded original, fold and load the original as shown. Caution: Do not load the document with the open side facing down.
• For a photo or an irregularly-shaped original, use an optional carrier sheet to load the document. Do the following to load the document into the carrier sheet: • If the original is smaller than the carrier sheet, insert it in the center of the sheet with the printed side facedown and the top facing the arrow on the sheet. • If the original is larger than the carrier sheet, fold it in half with the sides to be scanned facing out.
5. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the sheet.
6. Set the page separation lever to the position shown here. Note: To prevent paper jams, make sure to set the separation lever back to its original position when scanning standard single- or multi- page documents.
Paper type Paper size Paper weight Plain paper, fine paper, or recycled paper Width: 10 to 56 lb (40 to 210 g/m²) 2.0 to 8.5 inches (50.8 to 215.9 mm) Length: 2.0 to 120 inches (50.8 to 3048 mm) Folded plain paper, fine paper, or recycled paper Unfolded minimum size: 13 to 35 lb (50 to 130 g/m²) A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches [105 × 148 mm]) Unfolded maximum size: A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]) Envelopes Up to 0.015 inch (0.38 mm) thick — Irregularly shaped originals Up to this size: A4 (8.
Using the Network Interface Unit See these sections to use the optional Epson Network Interface Unit to scan over a network.
Connecting the Network Interface Unit See the documentation that came with the optional Epson Network Interface Unit for instructions on connecting it to your scanner. Parent topic: Using the Network Interface Unit Setting Up Network Scanning You can set up network scanning to your scanner through the optional Epson Network Interface Unit. First connect the unit to your scanner and verify that they are working properly.
4. Do one of the following: • Under Search for addresses, select the IP address of your Network Interface Unit, and click OK. • Select the Enter address setting and type in the IP address or host name of your Network Interface Unit. Then click OK. 5. Click the Test button to check the connection. You see a confirmation message. 6. Click OK to save your settings and close Epson Scan Settings.
Parent topic: Using the Network Interface Unit Scanning to Network Computers from the Network Interface Unit You can scan to a network computer directly from the Network Interface Unit. You first set up a scan job in Document Capture Pro and then select the computer you want to send the scanned file to. 1. Start a scan job using Document Capture Pro. 2. Press the OK button on the Network Interface Unit. 3.
Scanning You can scan original documents or photos and save them as digital files. Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button Scanning with Document Capture Pro Scanning with Epson Scan Scanning Special Projects Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button You can scan using a button on your scanner. This automatically starts the scanning program you have assigned to the button. Your product automatically selects suitable default scan settings, but you can view or change them as necessary. 1.
Adding and Assigning Scan Jobs You can view, change, or add available default scan settings when you scan using the You do this by accessing the scan jobs in the Document Capture Pro program. start button. 1. Start Document Capture Pro on a computer connected to the product. 2. Click the Manage Job icon from the toolbar at the top of the window. You see the Job Management window showing the current scan job list. 3.
You can now use the added scan jobs when you scan from the jobs 1 to 9 with the Job Select button on the scanner. start button. You can only select Note: If your scanner is connected through a network, the numeric display on the scanner shows and you cannot use the Job Select button to select a saved job.
3. Click the Scan icon.
Note: If you want to use a scan job that you created instead, select it from the Job list in the Document Capture Pro window, click the Start Job button, and skip the rest of these steps. 4. Select any scan settings you want to use. Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro for details. 5. If you want to select detailed scan settings, click Detailed Settings. Select any scan settings you want to use and click OK. 6. Click Scan. You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro window.
8. Click one of the Destination icons to choose where to save your scanned file. (If you cannot see all of the icons below, click the arrow next to the icons.) Note: To sort the documents into separate files by detecting blank pages or barcodes in your scanned images, click File Name Settings and select Apply job separation in the Document Capture Pro Save As or Transfer Settings window. 9. Click OK, Send, or Print to save the scanned file.
3. Select options for each of the scan settings on the screen. 4. If necessary, click the Preview button. Epson Scan previews your original and displays the result in a separate Preview window. The scanner also ejects the page. 5. Reload the page in the scanner. 6. Click the Image Adjustment tab and select any of the image adjustment settings you want to use. Before making adjustments, click the image or scan area in the Preview window.
7. Click Scan. You see the File Save Settings window. 8. Change any of the file save settings and click OK. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in Windows Explorer, where you can view and print the image.
Color Enhance Enhances the red, green, or blue shades in the scanned image. Brightness Adjusts the overall lightness and darkness of the scanned image. Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the overall scanned image. Parent topic: Scanning with Epson Scan Scanning Special Projects Your product's scanning software offers various options to help you quickly complete special scan projects.
3. Click the Scan icon, then click Detailed Settings.
4. Select Double-Sided as the Document Source setting. 5. Select the original document size as the Size setting. 6. Select one of the following as the Stitch Images setting: • Top&Bottom: Places the scanned images one above the other. • Left&Right: Places the scanned images side by side. 7. Click OK.
8. Click Scan. The scanned image is displayed. Note: If the scanned images are not stitched together correctly, click Configuration on the Epson Scan window and select the Binding Position (for Double-Sided Scanning) setting on the Document tab.
3. Click the Scan icon. 4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use. Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro for details. 5. Click Scan. You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro window. 6. Open the File menu and select Batch Save. 7. Click File Save Settings. 8. Select Apply job separation and click Separation Settings. 9. Select the method you used to separate the originals, select a folder name specification and click OK. 10.
Related tasks Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents Scanning with Document Capture Pro Scanning Using OCR You can use the ABBYY FineReader OCR program to convert scanned documents to editable text. 1. Load your original in the scanner. 2. Do one of the following to open ABBYY FineReader: • Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select ABBYY FineReader 9.0 Sprint.
3. Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting. 4. Click either the Scan to Other Formats icon or the icon that corresponds with the program you want to scan to. 5. If you see the Select Scanner window, select your product and click OK. Note: Do not select a WIA option for your product; it will not work correctly. You see the scan settings window. 6. Select your scan settings. 7. Click Preview and adjust the area you want to scan, if necessary. 8.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select EPSON Software, then select Document Capture Pro. You see a window like this: 3. Click the Scan icon. 4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use. Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro for details. 5. Click Scan. You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro window. 6. Click one of the cloud service Destination icons to choose where to save your scanned file.
• Evernote • Google Docs • SugarSync You see the Transfer Settings window. 7. Enter any required information to set up the destination. If you have previously created a saved setting for the destination, select it from the drop-down list. 8. Adjust any save settings, then click OK, Send, or Print, depending on the destination. . Your originals are scanned and uploaded to the indicated server.
Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner See these sections if you need to clean or transport your scanner. Cleaning Your Scanner Cleaning Inside Your Scanner Checking the Scanner Roller Counter Replacing the Scanner Rollers Transporting Your Scanner Cleaning Your Scanner To keep your product working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Caution: Do not use a hard brush, alcohol, or paint thinner to clean the product or you may damage it.
3. Pull down on the cover open lever and open the scanner cover. 4. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust or dirt on the rollers inside the scanner cover.
5. Wipe off any dust or dirt on the pickup rollers. 6. Plug in the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on the scanner. 7. Hold down the start button for at least two seconds, and press the start button several times to rotate the rollers shown here. Wipe off any dust or dirt on the rollers as they rotate. 8. Turn off the scanner and unplug the AC adapter.
9. Wipe off any dust or dirt on the glass scanning surfaces using a soft, dry cloth. If the glass surface is stained with grease or some other hard-to-remove material, use a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth to remove it. Wipe off all remaining liquid. Caution: Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the scanning surfaces. Be careful not to place too much force on the glass. 10. Close the scanner cover. 11. Plug in the AC adapter.
You see a screen like this: 4. You can check the scanner roller counter by reading the number in the Number of Scans field. If the number of scans exceeds the Life Cycle of the rollers, it is time to replace the rollers. 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner Replacing the Scanner Rollers See these sections if you need to replace your pickup and separation rollers.
Replacing the Pickup Rollers Replace the scanner rollers after you have scanned 200,000 times. Check the scanner roller counter to see when you need to replace the rollers. 1. Turn off the scanner and unplug the AC adapter. 2. Disconnect any connected cables. 3. Pull down on the cover open lever and open the scanner cover.
4. Squeeze the tab on the right side of the pickup roller cover and open the cover. Caution: Do not place too much force on the arm inside the cover when replacing the pickup roller.
5. Slide the pickup rollers to the right and remove them. 6. Remove the lower pickup roller from the spindle.
7. Place the new lower pickup roller on the spindle, rotate the roller, and slide it all the way on the spindle. 8. Install the lower pickup roller spindle by aligning the notches on the roller and sliding it to the left.
9. Remove the middle pickup roller from the spindle.
10. Place the new middle pickup roller on the spindle, rotate the roller to line up the notches, and slide it all the way on the spindle. 11. Install the middle pickup roller spindle by aligning the notches on the roller and sliding it to the left.
12. Remove the upper pickup roller from the spindle. 13. Place the new upper pickup roller on the spindle, rotate the roller to line up the notches, and slide it all the way on the spindle. 14. Install the upper pickup roller spindle by aligning the notches on the roller and sliding it to the left.
15. Close the pickup roller cover. Note: If you are not able to close the cover, the pickup rollers are not installed correctly. Make sure the rollers are all the way to the left, then try to close the cover. If you still cannot close the cover, remove the rollers and reinstall them, then try to close the cover again. 16. Replace the separation rollers.
4. Press down on the separation roller cover latch inside the scanner cover and pull down the cover to open it. Caution: Be careful not to apply too much force when opening the cover.
5. Press in on the separation roller to release it, then slide the roller to the side and remove it. 6. Remove the separation roller from the spindle. 7. Slide the new separation roller onto the spindle as shown. Make sure that the notches on the roller and spindle align properly. Note: Check that there are no gaps between the roller and spindle. You hear a click when the roller is firmly locked into place.
8. Align the notches on the spindle and the scanner, then slide the separation roller into the scanner and gently push it into place until it clicks. You hear a click when the roller is correctly aligned and locked into place.
9. While applying gentle pressure on the separation roller, close the separation roller cover. Note: If you are not able to close the cover, the roller is not installed correctly. First, make sure the roller is all the way to the right. Try to close the cover. If you are still unable to close the cover, remove the roller and reinstall it, then try to close the cover again. 10. Close the scanner cover. 11. Plug in the AC adapter and turn on the scanner.. 12.
4. Click Reset. The number of scans changes to 0 (zero). 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Replacing the Scanner Rollers Related tasks Checking the Scanner Roller Counter Transporting Your Scanner If you need to ship your product, transport it a long distance, or store it for an extended period, prepare it for transportation as described here. 1. Turn off the scanner and unplug the AC adapter. 2. Disconnect any connected cables. 3. Close the input tray extension and the output tray.
4. Remove the input tray by pulling it towards the scanner cover. 5. Place the scanner in its original packing materials, if possible, or use equivalent materials with cushioning around the product.
Solving Problems Check these sections for solutions to problems you may have using your product. Scanner Light Status Solving Scanning Problems Solving Network Interface Unit Problems Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Uninstalling Scanner Software Where to Get Help Scanner Light Status You can often diagnose problems with your scanner by checking its lights.
Light status Condition/solution The Ready light is on The scanner is turned on and ready to scan. The Ready light is flashing The scanner is scanning or initializing. Wait for the Ready light to stop flashing before turning off the scanner. The ! error light is on An error has occurred. Try the following: • Check the scanner connection to your computer to make sure it is secure. • Make sure the scanner cover is closed and there is no jammed paper inside.
Original Jams in Scanner Scanning is Slow Parent topic: Solving Problems Scanner Does Not Turn On or Turns Off Unexpectedly If the scanner does not turn on or if it turns off unexpectedly, try these solutions: • Make sure the AC adapter is securely connected to the scanner and to a working electrical outlet. • If the scanner turns off unexpectedly, you may need to adjust the Power Off Timer setting.
Cannot Start Epson Scan If you cannot start Epson Scan, try these solutions: • Make sure your scanner is turned on and any interface cables are securely connected at both ends. • Make sure Epson Scan is selected in your scanning program. • Make sure your computer is not running in a power-saving mode, such as sleep or standby. If so, wake your system and restart Epson Scan. • If you connected the scanner using a USB cable, make sure it is connected directly to your computer or through only one USB hub.
Cleaning Inside Your Scanner Related topics Replacing the Scanner Rollers Original Jams in Scanner If an original has jammed inside the scanner, follow these steps: 1. Turn off your scanner. 2. Remove all originals from the input tray. 3. Pull down the cover open lever and open the scanner cover. 4. Gently pull out any jammed originals from inside the scanner.
5. Gently pull out any jammed originals from the output tray.
6. Close the scanner cover. 7. Carefully follow all loading instructions when you reload originals. Parent topic: Solving Scanning Problems Related tasks Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents Scanning is Slow If scanning becomes slow, try these solutions: • Scan your original at a lower resolution, if possible. • Make sure your system meets the requirements for your operating system.
• If you are running virus protection or other security software, exclude the TWAIN.log files from monitoring or set the TWAIN.log file as read only. See your virus protection or security software instructions for details. The TWAIN.
Line of Dots Appears in All Scanned Images Scanned Image Edges are Cropped Parent topic: Solving Problems Back of Original Image Appears in Scanned Image If an image from the back of a thin original appears in your scanned image, make sure you selected the correct Image Type setting for your original and select the Text Enhancement setting in Epson Scan.
tab. Make sure Fine Reader is selected as the OCR Engine setting and click OK twice. Try your scan again using Epson Scan. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related references Available Image Adjustments Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image You may see a ripple pattern (called a moiré) in scanned images of printed documents. This is caused by interference from differing pitches in the scanner's screen and your original's halftone screen.
select the Document tab. Adjust the cropping area shown in the Crop Margins for Size "Auto" setting. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related tasks Scanning with Document Capture Pro Scanning with Epson Scan Uninstalling Scanner Software You can uninstall and then re-install your scanner software to solve certain problems. 1. Turn off the scanner. 2. Disconnect any interface cables. 3.
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Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your scanner. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to epson.com/recycle for information on how to return your products for proper disposal.
Paper input Facedown loading Paper output Facedown ejection Paper capacity 80 sheets of paper at 21 lb (80 g/m2) weight Scanning resolution 600 dpi (main scan) 600 dpi with Micro Step (sub scan) Output resolution 50-1200 dpi (in 1 dpi increments) Image data 16 bits per pixel per color internal 1 to 8 bits per pixel per color external Interface One Hi-Speed USB port Light source RGB LED Parent topic: Technical Specifications Dimension Specifications Height 8.1 inches (206 mm) Width 11.
Rated input current 2A Rated input frequency 50 to 60 Hz Power consumption Operating: 42 W Ready mode: 8 W Sleep mode: 1.6 W Power off mode: 0.4 W AC Adapter AC adapter model A421H Rated input voltage AC 100 to 240 V Rated input current AC 1.
USB Interface Specifications Interface type Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.0 Electrical standard Full Speed mode (12 Mbits per second) and Hi-Speed mode (480 Mbits per second) of Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.
Notices Check these sections for important notices about your scanner. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to epson.com/recycle for information on how to return your products for proper disposal.
• Use only the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter's label, and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet with the AC adapter that meets the relevant local safety standards. • When connecting this product to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the connectors. Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation may damage both devices connected by the cable.
Restrictions on Copying Observe the following restrictions to ensure responsible and legal use of your scanner.
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