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- Page 1 User's Guide NPD5477-03 EN...
- Page 2 Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.)
- Page 3 ❏ Intel ® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. ❏ Epson Scan 2 Software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. ❏ libtiff Copyright © 1988-1997 Sam Leffler Copyright © 1991-1997 Silicon Graphics, Inc.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
35 mm film strips......44 Epson Scan 2......13 Mounted slides. - Page 5 Technical Support Web Site....68 Contacting Epson Support....68 Before Contacting Epson.
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Page 6: About This Manual
Provides you with information on setting up the product and installing the application. ❏ User's Guide (digital manual) Provides instructions on using the product, maintenance, and solving problems. As well as the manuals above, see the help included in the various Epson applications. Marks and Symbols Caution: Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. -
Page 7: Operating System References
User's Guide About This Manual Operating System References Windows In this manual, terms such as "Windows 10", "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows Vista", "Windows XP", "Windows Server 2012 R2", "Windows Server 2012", "Windows Server 2008 R2", "Windows Server 2008", "Windows Server 2003 R2", and "Windows Server 2003"... -
Page 8: Important Instructions
❏ Some of the symbols used on your product are to ensure safety and proper use of the product. Visit the following Web site to learn the meaning of the symbols. http://support.epson.net/symbols ❏ Place the product on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the product in all directions. If you place the product by the wall, leave more than 10 cm between the back of the product and the wall. -
Page 9: Restrictions On Copying
User's Guide Important Instructions ❏ Unplug the product and the power cord before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. ❏ If you are not going to use the product or options for a long period, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. -
Page 10: Scanner Basics
User's Guide Scanner Basics Scanner Basics Part Names Note: Check all of the items that came with your product. start button power button Ready light Error light Document cover Scanner glass Control panel... -
Page 11: Buttons And Lights
User's Guide Scanner Basics Carriage (in the scanner glass) Option connector USB port AC inlet Transportation lock lever Power cord USB cable Buttons and Lights Buttons The product has two buttons for scanning operations. - Page 12 User's Guide Scanner Basics Before using the product buttons, make sure you have installed your scanning software. Starts scanning. button Turns the product on if pressed once. button Press again to turn the product off. Lights The status light indicates whether the product is operating normally. Light Indicator Status Meaning...
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Page 13: Information On Applications
Epson Web site. Epson Scan 2 Epson Scan 2 is a driver for controlling your scanner, enabling a variety of scan settings. This also allows you to start either as a standalone application or by using TWAIN-compliant application software. See the Epson Scan 2 help for details on using the application. -
Page 14: Placing Originals On The Product
User's Guide Placing Originals on the Product Placing Originals on the Product Important: Do not place heavy objects on the scanner glass and do not press the glass with too much force. Placing Originals 1. Open the document cover. 2. Place your original face down on the scanner glass making sure the top corner of the side you want to scan is aligned with the mark. -
Page 15: Placing Large Or Thick Originals
User's Guide Placing Originals on the Product 3. Close the document cover gently so that your original does not move. Note: ❏ Always keep the scanner glass clean. ❏ Do not leave originals on the scanner glass for an extended period of time as they may stick to the glass. Related Information “Basic Scanning”... - Page 16 User's Guide Placing Originals on the Product If the size of the original exceeds the size of the document cover, you can lift the document cover straight up and remove it to make it easier to align the original. When you have finished scanning, replace the document cover in the reverse order that you removed it.
- Page 17 User's Guide Placing Originals on the Product 3. Close the document cover and hold it down firmly as you scan. Note: ❏ When scanning without the document cover, gently press down on your original to flatten it. ❏ If your original is very thick or curled at the edges, cover the edges with paper to block external light as you scan. Related Information “Basic Scanning”...
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Page 18: Basic Scanning
Scanning Using Epson Scan 2 Scanning Photos or Pictures (Photo Mode) Using Photo Mode in Epson Scan 2, you can scan the originals using a wide variety of image adjustment features that are suitable for photos or pictures. 1. Place the originals. - Page 19 User's Guide Basic Scanning 4. Make the following settings on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Image Type: Select the color for saving the scanned image. ❏ Resolution: Select the resolution. Note: When scanning films using the Transparency Unit, set the Document Source and Document Type as well.
- Page 20 User's Guide Basic Scanning 5. Click Preview. The preview window opens, and the previewed image is displayed as thumbnails. Note: To preview the entire scanned area, select Normal from the list on the top of the preview widow. 6. Check the preview, and make image adjustment settings on the Advanced Settings tab if necessary.
- Page 21 User's Guide Basic Scanning You can adjust the scanned image using detailed settings which are suitable for photos or pictures, such as the following. ❏ Brightness: Select to adjust the brightness for the scanned image. ❏ Contrast: Select to adjust the contrast for the scanned image. ❏...
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Page 22: Scanning Documents (Document Mode)
“Image Adjustment Features for Photo Mode” on page 27 & Scanning Documents (Document Mode) Using Document Mode in Epson Scan 2, you can scan the originals using detailed settings that are suitable for text documents. Note: You cannot scan films using Transparency Unit when scanning from Document Mode. - Page 23 User's Guide Basic Scanning 4. Make the following settings on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Document Size: Select the size of the original you placed. ❏ Image Type: Select the color for saving the scanned image. ❏ Resolution: Select the resolution. Note: The Document Source setting is fixed as Scanner Glass.
- Page 24 7. Click Scan. Related Information “Placing Originals on the Product” on page 14 & “Epson Scan 2” on page 13 & “Setting a Resolution That Suits the Scanning Purpose” on page 25 & “Image Adjustment Features for Document Mode” on page 33...
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Page 25: Setting A Resolution That Suits The Scanning Purpose
User's Guide Basic Scanning Setting a Resolution That Suits the Scanning Purpose Advantages and Disadvantages of Increasing the Resolution Resolution indicates the number of pixels (smallest area of an image) for each inch (25.4 mm), and is measured in dpi (dots per inch). The advantage of increasing the resolution is that the details in the image become fine. The disadvantage is that the file size becomes large. -
Page 26: Scanning Using A Scanner Button
You can scan using the button on your scanner. Note: Before using this feature, check the following. ❏ Epson Scan 2 is installed on your computer. ❏ The scanner is connected to your computer correctly. 1. Place the original. 2. Press the button. -
Page 27: Advanced Scanning
Advanced Scanning Image Adjustment Features for Photo Mode You can adjust scanned images using the features on the Advanced Settings tab in Epson Scan 2. For Photo Mode, you can use image adjustment features that are suitable for photos or pictures. -
Page 28: Contrast
User's Guide Advanced Scanning Contrast You can adjust the contrast for the whole image. If you increase the contrast, the bright areas become brighter, and the dark areas become darker. On the other hand, if you lower the contrast, the differences between the bright and dark areas of the image are less defined. - Page 29 User's Guide Advanced Scanning Image Adjustment Tab You can adjust the color balance and gray balance of the image. Color Balance Adjusts the color balance of the image. You can adjust the tint when photos are tinted with red and green due to the weather or the lighting where the photo was shot.
- Page 30 User's Guide Advanced Scanning Channel Select the color (RGB) to be adjusted using the tone curve. Preset Standard tone curves have already been registered. We recommend fine-tuning the tone curve after selecting an item that best suits your needs. When selecting Linear, the tone curve becomes a straight line (density is not corrected). Histogram Adjustment Tab You can use the histogram to adjust the brightness of the image.
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Page 31: Unsharp Mask
User's Guide Advanced Scanning Output Displays the values for the previous shadow and highlight adjustments. Tone Curve Displays the density for the output value for the image input value. Adjusts the density outside of the shadow or highlight parts set in Histogram. Unsharp Mask You can enhance and sharpen the outlines of the image. -
Page 32: Backlight Correction
User's Guide Advanced Scanning Backlight Correction You can lighten images and film that are dark due to backlight. Note: ❏ Depending on the state of the original, it may not be corrected correctly. In this situation, adjust from the Detailed Adjustments screen. -
Page 33: Grain Reduction
❏ This feature softens the sharpness of the scanned results. Image Adjustment Features for Document Mode You can adjust scanned images using the features on the Advanced Settings tab in Epson Scan 2. For Document Mode, you can use image adjustment features that are suitable for text documents. -
Page 34: Unsharp Mask
User's Guide Advanced Scanning Note: Some items may not be available depending on other settings you made. Unsharp Mask You can enhance and sharpen the outlines of the image. Note: This feature is not available when selecting the Main Settings tab > Image Type > Black & White. Descreening You can remove moiré... -
Page 35: Image Option
User's Guide Advanced Scanning To check for moiré patterns, display the image at 100 % (1:1). If the displayed image is zoomed out, the image appears rough and may look like it has moiré patterns. Note: ❏ To use this feature, set the Resolution on the Main Settings tab to 600 dpi or less. ❏... -
Page 36: Brightness
User's Guide Advanced Scanning Dropout You can remove the color specified from the scanned image, and then save it in grayscale or black and white. For example, you can erase marks or notes you wrote in the margins with color pen when scanning. If you select Customize from the color list in Dropout, you can make settings for the color you want to remove while checking the preview window (for Windows only). -
Page 37: Contrast
User's Guide Advanced Scanning Contrast You can adjust the contrast for the whole image. If you increase the contrast, the bright areas become brighter, and the dark areas become darker. On the other hand, if you lower the contrast, the differences between the bright and dark areas of the image are less defined. -
Page 38: Edge Fill
User's Guide Advanced Scanning Edge Fill You can remove the shadow created around the scanned image. For double-sided scanning, the settings for the edge fill range are mirror-reversed for the back of the original. If you select Settings, the Edge Fill Level screen is displayed, and you can adjust the edge fill ranges for the top, bottom, left, and right. - Page 39 ❏ Text on the originals is recognized using Optical Character Recognition (OCR), and then embedded in the scanned image. ❏ This feature is only available when the EPSON Scan OCR component (Windows) or Epson Scan 2 OCR component (Mac OS X) is installed.
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Page 40: Using The Transparency Unit
Transparency Unit, you can leave it in place even when you want to return to scanning normal (paper) originals. Make sure that all the items shown below are included and have not been damaged during shipping. Contact your Epson dealer if any item is missing or damaged. Transparency Unit Transparency guide... -
Page 41: Installing The Transparency Unit
User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 2. Use a coin to unlock the transportation lock by turning it counter-clockwise one-quarter. Note: ❏ Before transporting the scanner, lock the transportation lock to prevent damage. ❏ If the unit’s lamp assembly is not in its home position, you cannot lock the transportation lock. In this case, reattach the unit to the scanner, close the unit, and then turn on the scanner;... - Page 42 User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 3. Align the pins of the unit with the holes of the scanner, and then lower the unit until it rests securely on the scanner with the pins in the holes. 4. Remove the document mat from the Transparency Unit as shown below. 5.
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Page 43: Setting And Placing Films
❏ Before scanning films, make sure you use a soft cloth to wipe the Transparency Unit glass and the scanner glass. ❏ When scanning films, select the Photo Mode in Epson Scan 2, and make sure you set the Document Source and Document Type correctly. -
Page 44: 35 Mm Film Strips
User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 35 mm film strips 1. Place the 35 mm film holder on a flat surface, and then remove the strip cover. 2. Insert the film, face down, in the holder. 3. Replace the strip cover that you removed in step 1. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for all the film strips you want to scan. -
Page 45: Mounted Slides
User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 4. Place the film holder on the scanner glass and align it with the notch on the transparency guide as shown below. Mounted slides 1. Load slides, face down, in the Mounted slide holder, as shown below. Repeat this step for all the slides you want to scan. -
Page 46: Medium Format (120/220)
User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit Medium format (120/220) 1. Place the Medium format holder on a flat surface, and then open the strip cover. 2. Insert the film, face down, in the holder. 3. Close the cover. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for all the films you want to scan. -
Page 47: 4×5 Inch Film
User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 4. Place the film holder on the scanner glass and align it with the notch on the transparency guide, as shown below. 4×5 inch film 1. Place the 4×5 inch film holder on a flat surface, and then open the cover. 2. -
Page 48: Non-Standard Film Sizes
❏ An area 17.0 ±0.5 mm from the horizontal and 2.0 ±0.5 mm from the vertical edges of the scanner glass cannot be scanned. ❏ When you place the film directly on the scanner glass, make sure you set the focus position to 0.0 in Epson Scan 2. -
Page 49: Using The Transparency Unit To Scan
1. Make sure the scanner is connected to your computer. 2. Place your films on the scanner glass. 3. Start Epson Scan 2. 4. Select Photo Mode from the Mode list. 5. Make the following settings on the Main Settings tab. - Page 50 User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 1. Open the Transparency Unit, and then remove the transparency guide from the scanner glass. 2. Slide the mat into the upper side, and then insert the tabs into the slots on the lower side slots on the Transparency Unit.
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Page 51: Maintenance
User's Guide Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the Scanner To keep your scanner operating at its best, clean it periodically using the following procedure. Important: ❏ Do not press the glass surface of the scanner glass with any force. ❏ Be careful not to scratch or damage the glass surface of the scanner glass, and do not use a hard or abrasive brush to clean it. -
Page 52: Transporting The Scanner
1. Start Epson Scan 2 Utility. ❏ Windows 10 Click the start button, and then select All apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2 Utility. ❏ Windows 8.1/Windows 8/Windows Server 2012 R2/Windows Server 2012 Start screen > Apps > Epson > Epson Scan 2 Utility. -
Page 53: Updating Applications
Enter the application name in the search charm, and then select the displayed icon. ❏ Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP Click the start button, and then select All Programs or Programs > Epson Software > EPSON Software Updater. ❏ Mac OS X... - Page 54 Do not turn off the computer or the scanner while updating. Note: If you cannot find the application you want to update in the list, you cannot update using the EPSON Software Updater. Check for the latest versions of the applications on your local Epson website.
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Page 55: Solving Problems
❏ Make sure the scanner is connected to your computer properly. ❏ Try to rescan the original. The scanner returns to normal when it receives correct commands. ❏ Make sure Epson Scan 2 is installed correctly. ❏ Make sure the transportation lock has been released. -
Page 56: Cannot Start Epson Scan 2
“Using the Transparency Unit to Scan” on page 49 & “Setting and Placing Films” on page 43 & Cannot Scan Using Scanning Software Other Than Epson Scan 2 ❏ If you are using any TWAIN-compliant programs, make sure that the correct scanner is selected as the source setting. -
Page 57: Scanned Image Problems
& The Image Quality is Rough ❏ Set the Mode in Epson Scan 2 according to the original you want to scan. Scan using the settings for documents in Document Mode, and the settings for photos in Photo Mode. ❏ In Photo Mode in Epson Scan 2, set the Document Type on the Main Settings tab according to the original you want to scan. -
Page 58: Text Is Blurred
❏ Select Document Mode as the Mode in Epson Scan 2. Scan using the settings for documents in Document Mode. ❏ In Document Mode in Epson Scan 2, when Image Type on the Main Settings tab is set to Black & White, adjust Threshold on the Advanced Settings tab. When you increase the Threshold, the black color area becomes larger. -
Page 59: Cannot Preview In Thumbnail
❏ Originals with creases or wrinkles ❏ In Document Mode in Epson Scan 2, when Image Type on the Main Settings tab is set to Black & White, adjust Threshold on the Advanced Settings tab. When you increase the Threshold, black becomes stronger. -
Page 60: Binding Margins Of A Booklet Are Distorted Or Blurred
Do not press the document cover with too much force. Otherwise, the booklet or the scanner may be damaged. Cannot Solve Problems in the Scanned Image If you have tried all of the solutions and have not solved the problem, initialize the Epson Scan 2 settings using Epson Scan 2 Utility. -
Page 61: Negative Film Preview Images Look Strange
User's Guide Solving Problems Related Information “Cleaning the Scanner” on page 51 & Negative Film Preview Images Look Strange ❏ Make sure the Document Type is set correctly for your film. ❏ If you are using Normal as the Normal/Thumbnail, the dark area around the film and the frame of the film holder is perceived as white. - Page 62 Uninstalling Your Applications for Mac OS X Note: Make sure you installed EPSON Software Updater. 1. Download the Uninstaller using EPSON Software Updater. Once you have downloaded the Uninstaller, you do not need to download it again each time you uninstall the application.
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Page 63: Installing Your Applications
If you cannot find the application you want to uninstall in the application list, you cannot uninstall using the Uninstaller. In this situation, select Finder > Go > Applications > Epson Software, select the application you want to uninstall, and then drag it to the trash icon. -
Page 64: Technical Specifications
User's Guide Technical Specifications Technical Specifications General Scanner Specifications Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Scanner type Flatbed A3 Color Image Scanner Photoelectric device Color CCD line sensor Document Size 310×437 mm (12.2×17.2 inches) Scanning resolution 2400 dpi (main scan) 4800 dpi with Micro Step (sub scan) Output resolution 50 to 6400 dpi... -
Page 65: Environmental Specifications
User's Guide Technical Specifications Power consumption Operating: ❏ Average 30 W or below (without the optional Transparency Unit) ❏ Average 40 W or below (with the optional Transparency Unit) ❏ Max. 40 W or below (without the optional Transparency Unit) ❏... -
Page 66: System Requirements
User's Guide Technical Specifications System Requirements Windows Windows 10 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 Windows XP (32-bit) Service Pack 3 Windows Server 2012 R2 Windows Server 2012 Windows Server 2008 R2... -
Page 67: Standards And Approvals
The following model is CE marked and in compliance with all the applicable EU Directives. For further details, visit the following website to access the full declaration of conformities containing reference to the Directives and harmonized standards used to declare conformity. http://www.epson.eu/conformity J331B Standards and Approvals for Australian Model... -
Page 68: Where To Get Help
Depending on the product, the dial list data for fax and/or network settings may be stored in the product’s memory. Due to breakdown or repair of a product, data and/or settings may be lost. Epson shall not be responsible for the loss of any data, for backing up or recovering data and/or settings even during a warranty period. -
Page 69: Help For Users In Taiwan
Epson Helpdesk Phone: 1300-361-054 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 installing, configuring and operating your Epson product. Our Pre-sales Helpdesk staff can provide literature on new Epson products and advise where the nearest dealer or service agent is located. -
Page 70: Help For Users In Singapore
User's Guide Where to Get Help Help for Users in Singapore Sources of information, support, and services available from Epson Singapore are: World Wide Web http://www.epson.com.sg Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiries, and Technical Support via e-mail are available. - Page 71 User's Guide Where to Get Help Epson Service Center 65 Truong Dinh Street, District 1, Hochiminh City, Vietnam. 29 Tue Tinh, Quan Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi City, Vietnam Help for Users in Indonesia Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web http://www.epson.co.id...
- Page 72 Boulevard Manado 95111 INDONESIA.CO.ID For other cities not listed here, call the Hot Line: 08071137766. Help for Users in Hong Kong To obtain technical support as well as other after-sales services, users are welcome to contact Epson Hong Kong Limited.
- Page 73 Where to Get Help Internet Home Page http://www.epson.com.hk Epson Hong Kong has established a local home page in both Chinese and English on the Internet to provide users with the following information: ❏ Product information ❏ Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ❏...
- Page 74 Accessible 9am to 6pm, Monday through Saturday (Except public holidays) Help for Users in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the Epson Philippines Corporation at the telephone, fax numbers and e-mail address below: World Wide Web http://www.epson.com.ph...