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Epson perfection 4180: quick start
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Unpack Your Scanner

1
Make sure you have all the parts shown below for your Epson
Perfection 4180 Photo scanner
(cover includes film adapter)
2
Remove all the packing tape, but leave the large sticker in place until you are
instructed to remove it.

Install the Software

Wait! You must install your software before connecting the scanner to
your computer.
If you don't already have Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements on your
computer, install Photoshop Elements from the CD-ROM included with your
scanner.
Note: The software works with Windows
Macintosh
®
OS 9.1 to 9.2 and OS X 10.2.x to 10.3.x. Follow the steps below (for
Windows), or the steps in the next column (for Macintosh). The installation
process may take several minutes. Be sure to close all open programs and turn
off any virus protection programs.
Windows
1
Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The
installer starts automatically. If it doesn't start, do the following:
•
Windows XP: Click Start, click My Computer, double-click Epson, then
double-click Epson again.
•
Windows 98, Me, and 2000: Double-click My Computer, double-click
Epson, then double-click Epson again.
2
When you see the message about disabling your antivirus software, click
Continue.
3
Read the license agreement, then click Agree.
®
4180 Photo
CD-ROM with Epson
Scan driver, software,
and electronic
manuals
®
®
Adobe
Photoshop
Elements CD-ROM
Power cord and AC adapter
35 mm slide holder
Medium-format (120/220)
transparency holder
IMPORTANT!
Leave the sticker in place until
you are instructed to remove it
®
98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, and
®
scanner:
35 mm film and
negative holder
USB cable

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  • Page 1: Unpack Your Scanner

    Start Here Epson Perfection Unpack Your Scanner Make sure you have all the parts shown below for your Epson Perfection 4180 Photo scanner (cover includes film adapter) CD-ROM with Epson Scan driver, software, and electronic manuals Adobe Elements CD-ROM Remove all the packing tape, but leave the large sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it.

  • Page 2: Connect The Scanner

    At the end of the installation, click Exit. When you see the Product Registration screen, register your scanner as instructed. At the last screen, click Done or close your browser. Remove the CD-ROM, then go to section 3 to connect the scanner to your computer. Macintosh Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive.
  • Page 3 Note: Your scanner may not work correctly if you use a USB cable other than the one supplied by Epson or if you connect it through more than one hub. Turn on the power switch on the side of the scanner.

  • Page 4: Scanner Basics

    Scanner Basics Your First Scan The ] Start button on your scanner automatically opens EPSON Smart Panel, making it easy for you to scan your images for many different uses. Here’s how to use the ] Start button to scan photos and save them on your computer.

  • Page 5: Using The Scanner Buttons

    Then follow the easy on-screen instructions to finish your task. Note: If you are using Windows XP, you will have to select EPSON Smart Panel and Always use this program for this action the first time you press each of the buttons.

  • Page 6: Scanning Film

    EPSON Scan Color Restoration is available in Home and Professional Modes. To select Color Restoration, start EPSON Scan. You see a screen similar to this (in Home Mode): Click the Preview button at the bottom of the screen to see your image.

  • Page 7: Epson Technical Support

    Here’s where to look for answers: On-Screen Reference Guide Double-click the Perfection 4180 Reference Guide icon on your desktop. (If you didn’t install the guide, insert the scanner software CD-ROM in your drive. Click the Custom button, select Scanner Reference Guide, then click Install.) On-Screen Help for EPSON Smart Panel and EPSON Scan Click the Help button or question mark that appears on the screen when you’re...

  • Page 8: Software Technical Support

    You can’t scan negatives or slides. Epson is a registered trademark and EPSON Smart Panel is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Perfection is a registered trademark and SoundAdvice is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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