Epson B813182 User's Guide

Color Graphics ScannerUser’s Guide1680.book Page i Wednesday, April 9, 2003 4:09 PM

4 Welcome1680.book Page 4 Wednesday, April 9, 2003 4:09 PM

5Chapter 1How To ScanThis chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for scanning with EPSON Scan. Follow the instructions here for: Placing your do

6 How To Scan1. Raise the scanner cover and place your document face down on the document table. Align it with the scales along the upper right corner

How To Scan 7Starting Your Scan and Choosing a ModeYou can use the import or acquire function of a TWAIN-compliant application such as Adobe® Photosho

8 How To ScanScanning With EPSON Scan in Home Mode1. Start EPSON Scan and choose Home Mode from the Mode menu (see page 7). You see this dialog box:2.

How To Scan 94. Choose a Document Type from the list.Note: If you’re scanning film, choose Color Negative Film, B&W Negative Film, or Positive Fil

10 How To ScanScanning With EPSON Scan in Office Mode1. Start EPSON Scan and choose Office Mode from the Mode menu (see page 7). You see this dialog b

How To Scan 115. Choose the Document Source: Document Table for documents placed on the scanner’s document table (See page 5.) ADF for documents loa

12 How To ScanScanning With EPSON Scan in Professional Mode1. Start EPSON Scan and choose Professional Mode from the Mode menu (see page 7). You see t

How To Scan 13Note: The Document Type you select determines which options appear in the EPSON Scan dialog box.5. If you chose Reflective as the Docume

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

14 How To Scan4. Use the Adjustment settings to modify your image as necessary. (You may have to use the scroll bar to see these options.)Auto Adjust

How To Scan 157. Click Scan. If you’re scanning from an application, the image opens in your application window. Click Close to close the EPSON Scan

16 How To ScanSelecting the Scanning Area in the Preview WindowThe preview window lets you select the area of your image that you want to scan with a

How To Scan 17 To zoom to the selected area, click the Zoom button. If you have multiple marquees, the currently selected one appears in the Zoom pr

18 How To ScanFollow the guidelines in this table for selecting a resolution:Scaling (Resizing) Images If you plan to enlarge your image, it’s better

19Chapter 2Using Optional EquipmentThere are three options available for the EPSON Expression 1680 color scanner: Transparency unit (B813182) Autom

20 Using Optional EquipmentTransparency UnitThe transparency unit (B813182) allows you to scan transparent materials—35 mm slides, filmstrips, and fil

Using Optional Equipment 21Removing the Shipping ScrewTo prevent damage during shipping, a shipping screw is attached to the transparency unit to secu

22 Using Optional Equipment5. Slide the transparency unit forward slightly until the two holes in front of these slots are aligned with the screw hole

Using Optional Equipment 23Using the Film GuidesYou can use the four film guides that came with the transparency unit to scan 35mm slides, strips of 3

iiiContentsWELCOME 1About Your Scanner 1Getting More Information 2Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips 2Viewing Your Electronic User’s Guide 3Chapt

24 Using Optional Equipment5. Place the 35mm filmstrip guide on the document table, and align it with the ruled edges of the document table. 6. Close

Using Optional Equipment 25Loading 4 × 5-inch filmFollow these steps to load 4 × 5-inch film:1. Place the 4 × 5-inch film guide on a flat surface and

26 Using Optional EquipmentLoading 120-size or 220-size (medium format) filmFollow these steps to load 120-size or 220-size format film:1. Place the 1

Using Optional Equipment 27Scanning Reflective Documents To scan reflective documents with the transparency unit installed, insert the reflective docu

28 Using Optional EquipmentAutomatic Document FeederThe automatic document feeder (B813162) allows you to load and scan documents of up to 30 pages. U

Using Optional Equipment 29Installing the Automatic Document FeederCaution: Because the automatic document feeder is heavy, you may want to have someo

30 Using Optional Equipment6. Insert the two installation screws that came with the automatic document feeder into the screw holes, then tighten the s

Using Optional Equipment 31Loading Paper in the Automatic Document FeederYour automatic document feeder can load up to 30 sheets of the following pape

32 Using Optional EquipmentFixing Paper JamsIf a paper jam occurs, follow these steps to clear it:1. Open the automatic document feeder’s cover to det

Using Optional Equipment 33IEEE 1394 FireWire Scanner Interface CardTo use the IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card (B808342), your system must h

iv ContentsAutomatic Document Feeder 28Unpacking the Automatic Document Feeder 28Installing the Automatic Document Feeder 29Loading Paper in the Au

34 Using Optional Equipment2. Turn the card over so that the component side is facing down, and insert it in the optional interface slot. 3. Push gent

35Chapter 3MaintenanceTo protect your scanner and ensure optimum performance, follow the instructions in these sections: Transporting the scanner Tr

36 Maintenance4. Slide the transportation lock at the back of the scanner to the LOCK position.5. Tape the cover to the scanner.6. Use the scanner’s o

Maintenance 37Cleaning the ScannerTo keep your scanner operating at its best, clean it periodically. 1. Press the P power button to turn the scanner o

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39Chapter 4Solving ProblemsThis chapter explains how to interpret the signals from your scanner’s lights, and gives you the basics for diagnosing and

40 Solving ProblemsDiagnosing Scanner ProblemsYou can diagnose some problems by checking the scanner’s lights, as described in this section. If you do

Solving Problems 41Problems and SolutionsHere are some troubleshooting tips if you’re having trouble setting up your scanner, scanning, or getting the

42 Solving Problems If you have a USB connection, use the cable that came with the scanner. If your scanner is connected to a USB hub, connect it dire

Solving Problems 43 If you’re using photo-editing software like Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements, make sure you select File > Import > EPS

Contents vAppendix A SPECIFICATIONS53Appendix B REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 57System Requirements 57Windows 57Macintosh 58Important Safety Instruction

44 Solving Problems Check your software installation. Make sure that your software is correctly installed and set up. If all else fails, uninstall you

Solving Problems 45Your scanned image is faint or has gaps. Check the brightness. Decrease the software or driver’s brightness setting. Select Profe

46 Solving ProblemsThe edges of the document aren’t scanned. Don’t place your document right up against the edges of the document table. Allow a litt

Solving Problems 47A line of dots is missing from the image. When a line of dots is missing from the scanned image on your screen, the scanner sensor

48 Solving ProblemsThe image doesn’t scan, or you can only scan a few dots. Make sure the document is face down on the document table. If you’re usi

Solving Problems 49Uninstalling and Reinstalling EPSON ScanIf you’ve tried every other solution and your system still doesn’t recognize your scanner,

50 Solving Problems5. If you’re running OS X, enter your Administrator’s name and password, if prompted.6. When you see the license agreement, click A

Solving Problems 51Where To Get HelpIf you are having problems with EPSON Scan or your scanner, see the contact information in the section below. If y

52 Solving ProblemsSoftware Technical SupportIf you have the Professional or Professional FireWire model, use the resources listed in the following ta

53Appendix ASpecificationsScannerGeneralScanner typeFlatbed, colorPhotoelectric deviceColor MatrixCCD™ line sensorEffective pixels13600 × 18720 pixels

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54 SpecificationsDigital halftoningAAS (Auto Area Segmentation,enable/disable selectable)3 error diffusion modes (A, B, and C)4 dither patterns (A, B,

Specifications 55SCSI InterfaceInterface typeANSI X3T9.2/375R Revision 10L (SCSI 2)Logic levelTTL-compatibleID settingSelectable from 1 to 6 Terminato

56 SpecificationsUSB interfaceHardware: Initialized when the scanner is turned on or the USB cable is plugged into the USB port on the scannerSoftware

57Appendix BRequirements and NoticesSystem RequirementsThe minimum system requirements for Windows and Macintosh are listed below. For optimum perform

58 Requirements and NoticesMacintosh Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x, or OS 10.1.2 to 10.2.xNote: Check the Apple® web site for any updates to your operating

Requirements and Notices 59Declaration of ConformityAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Board

60 Requirements and NoticesFCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Cla

Requirements and Notices 61ENERGY STAR ComplianceAs an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines fo

62 Requirements and Noticespurchased from an end user. EPSON is not responsible for warranty service should the EPSON label or logo or the rating labe

5IndexNumerics48-bit color images, 13AAccessories, 19, 51Adobe Photoshop Elements, 52ArcSoft software, 52Auto Exposure Type setting, 13Automatic docum

1WelcomeThe EPSON Expression® 1680 is a 48-bit color, professional scanner designed to meet the needs of graphic arts professionals and business graph

6 IndexGGamma adjustment, 14, 47HHelpbonus software, 52EPSON, 51 to 52Histogram adjustment, 14Home Modedescription, 6selecting, 7using, 8 to 9IIEEE 13

Index 7SSafety instructions, 58Scaling images, 18Scannercleaning, 37moving, 35 to 36problems, 41 to 43Scanningcolor images, 18film, 23 to 26into an ap

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2 WelcomeGetting More InformationThere are several ways to learn more about your EPSON Expression 1680 scanner. In addition to the printed materials,

Welcome 3Viewing Your Electronic User’s GuideAn electronic version of this EPSON Expression 1680 User’s Guide was installed on your computer when you