Epson DS-520 User's Guide Page 1

DS-520 User's Guide

1 AC adapter2 Power cord3 USB cableParent topic: Scanner Parts LocationsScanner Buttons and LightsButtons1The power button2The stop button3 The start

Lights1 The ! error light2 The Ready lightParent topic: Scanner Parts LocationsRelated referencesScanner Light Status11

Page Separation LeverYou can scan plastic cards, folded documents, envelopes, or any document that requires an optionalcarrier sheet by adjusting the

Part Part numberNetwork interface unit B12B808441Carrier sheet B12B813431Roller assembly kit B12B813561Parent topic: Scanner BasicsChanging the Power

Parent topic: Scanner Basics14

Placing Originals on the ScannerFollow the instructions here to place your originals on the scanner.Caution: Do not place anything on top of your scan

3. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out.4. Check to make sure that the page separation lever is in the position shown here.Note: To preven

5. If you are loading a multi-page document, fan your stack of originals and tap them gently on a flatsurface to even the edges.6. Slide your original

7. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the original.Original Document Loading CapacityParent topic: Placing Originals on the ScannerOriginal Do

Paper size Paper weight* Paper type Loading capacity*Letter (8.5 × 11 inches 13 to 56 lb (50 Plain paper 13 lb (50 g/m²): 70 sheets[216 × 279 mm]) to

• Originals that are bound• Originals with carbon paper backing• Non-paper originals, such as clear sheets• Transparencies• Glossy originals• Carbonle

3. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out.4. Load one plastic card horizontally in the input tray as shown, sliding it in until it meets res

Note: Do not load a plastic card vertically.5. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the plastic card.22

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 po

Loading direction HorizontalNote: Plastic cards with glossy surfaces may not scan properly.Parent topic: Loading Plastic Cards in the Input TrayLoadin

3. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out.4. Do one of the following to load your original:• Load a large or thick original or an envelope i

• For a folded original, fold and load the original as shown.Caution: Do not load the document with the open side facing down.26

• 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 car

6. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the sheet.7. Set the page separation lever to the position shown here.Note: To prevent paper jams, make

Large or Thick Original Loading CapacityParent topic: Placing Originals on the ScannerRelated referencesPage Separation LeverRelated topicsScanningLar

ContentsDS-520 User's Guide ...

Using the Network Interface UnitSee these sections to use the optional Epson Network Interface Unit to scan over a network.Network Interface Unit Part

Connecting the Network Interface UnitSee the documentation that came with the optional Epson Network Interface Unit for instructions onconnecting it t

You see a screen like this:4. Do one of the following:• Under Search for addresses, select the IP address of your Network Interface Unit, and click OK

6. Click OK to save your settings and close Epson Scan Settings.Parent topic: Using the Network Interface UnitScanning to Network Computers from the N

ScanningYou can scan original documents or photos and save them as digital files.Starting a Scan from a Scanner ButtonScanning with Document Capture P

1. Start Document Capture Pro or Document Capture on a computer connected to the scanner.2. Click the Manage Job icon from the toolbar at the top of t

You see a window like this:2. Click the Scan icon.36

You see a window like this:Note: If you want to use a scan job that you created instead, select it from the Job list in theDocument Capture Pro or Doc

5. Click Scan.You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture(OS X) window.6. If you would like to scan addit

You see a window like this:2. Select options for each of the scan settings on the screen.3. If necessary, click the Preview button.Epson Scan previews

Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner... 48Cleaning Your

5. 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 a

DropoutThe scan will not pick up the color you select. This setting is only available if you select an ImageType of Grayscale or Black & White.Col

• OS X: Open the Applications folder, select the Epson Software folder, and select DocumentCapture.You see a window like this:3. Do one of the followi

You see an Epson Scan window like this:4. Select Double-Sided as the Document Source setting.5. Select the original document size as the Size setting.

7. With Windows, click OK.8. Click Scan.The scanned image is displayed.Note: If the scanned images are not stitched together correctly, click Configur

You see this window:3. Click the Scan icon.4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pr

Your originals are saved into separate files and folders as specified by your settings.Parent topic: Scanning Special ProjectsRelated tasksLoading Ori

2. Click the Scan icon.3. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro or Document Captur

Cleaning and Transporting Your ScannerSee these sections if you need to clean or transport your scanner.Cleaning Your ScannerCleaning Inside Your Scan

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 scanne

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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

9. Wipe off any dust or dirt on the glass scanning surfaces using a soft, dry cloth. If the glass surface isstained with grease or some other hard-to-

• OS X: Open the Applications folder, click Epson Software, and click EPSON Scan Settings.3. Click Maintenance.You see a screen like this:4. You can c

4. Pull down on the cover open lever and open the scanner cover.5. Squeeze the tab on the right side of the pickup roller cover and open the cover.53

Caution: Do not place too much force on the arm inside the cover when replacing the pickup roller.6. Slide the pickup rollers to the right and remove

7. To install the new lower pickup roller, align the notches on the roller and slide it to the left.8. To install the new upper pickup roller, align t

10. Press down on the separation roller cover latch inside the scanner cover and pull down the cover toopen it.Caution: Be careful not to apply too mu

13. Slide the new separation roller onto the spindle as shown. Make sure that the notches on the rollerand spindle align properly.Note: Check that the

15. While applying gentle pressure on the separation roller, close the separation roller cover.Note: If you are not able to close the cover, the rolle

You see a screen like this:4. Click Reset.The number of scans changes to 0 (zero).5. Click OK.Parent topic: Replacing the Scanner RollersTransporting

Solving ProblemsCheck these sections for solutions to problems you may have using your product.Scanner Light StatusSolving Scanning ProblemsSolving Ne

Light status Condition/solutionThe Ready light is on The scanner is turned on and ready to scan.The Ready light is flashing The scanner is scanning or

Parent topic: Solving ProblemsScanner Does Not Turn On or Turns Off UnexpectedlyIf the scanner does not turn on or if it turns off unexpectedly, try t

• Make sure the connection between the scanner and your computer is secure.• If you upgraded your operating system but did not reinstall your scanning

• If you upgraded your operating system but did not reinstall Epson Scan, try reinstalling it.Parent topic: Solving Scanning ProblemsRelated reference

Replacing the Scanner RollersScanning with Epson ScanOriginal Jams in ScannerIf an original has jammed inside the scanner, follow these steps:1. Turn

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 cove

Parent topic: Solving Scanning ProblemsRelated tasksLoading Originals in the Input TrayLoading Plastic Cards in the Input TrayLoading Special Document

• If you are scanning with Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (OS X), check thefollowing:• Make sure the Group settings are the same a

Scanned Characters are BlurryIf characters in your scanned images are blurry, try these solutions:• Make sure you do not move the scanner or original

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Ripple Patterns Appear in an ImageYou may see a ripple pattern (called a moiré) in scanned images of printed documents. This is causedby interference

5. Wipe off any stains on the glass scanning surfaces using a soft, dry cloth.Note: If the glass surfaces are stained with grease or some other hard-t

• Adjust the cropping area shown in the Crop Margins for Size "Auto" setting in Epson Scan.• Document Capture Pro (Windows): Select Detailed

4. Restart your computer, then see the Start Here sheet to re-install your software.Note: If you find that re-installing your scanner software does no

Speak to a Support RepresentativeBefore you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready:• Product name• Product serial number

Technical SpecificationsThese sections list the technical specifications for your scanner.Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life produ

Interface Macintosh USBDisplay Color monitor with 800 × 600 resolution or higher and millions ofcolorsNote: Epson Scan does not support the UNIX File

Dimension SpecificationsHeight 6.1 inches (154.0 mm)Width 11.7 inches (297.0 mm)Depth 6.0 inches (152.0 mm)Weight Approx. 5.5 lb (2.5 kg)Note: Dimensi

Rated output voltage DC 24 VRated output current 1.37 AParent topic: Technical SpecificationsEnvironmental SpecificationsTemperature Operating: 41 to

AC AdapterUnited States Safety: UL60950-1EMC: FCC part 15 Subpart B Class BCanada Safety: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1EMC: CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class

Scanner BasicsSee these sections to learn about the basic features of your scanner.Scanner Parts LocationsUser Replaceable Epson Scanner PartsChanging

NoticesCheck these sections for important notices about your scanner.Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to thi

• When connecting this product to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correctorientation of the connectors. Each connector has only on

Exercise caution when copying the following items:• Private marketable securities (stock certificates, negotiable notes, checks, etc.), monthly passes

Copyright NoticeAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, ortransmitted in any form or by any

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS,IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY

A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted MaterialsEpson encourages each user to be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using

1 Scanner cover2 Page separation lever3 Edge guides4 Input tray extension5 Input tray6 Cover open lever7 Output tray8 Output tray extension1 Kensingto