Epson Perfection V600 PHOTO User's Guide

User’s GuideOverview of Your Scanner Features These features help you create the best possible scans, no matter what shape your original is in.Guide

Home > SafetyImportant Safety InstructionsRestrictions on Copying Read all these instructions, and follow all warnings and instructions marked on

Click Settings. You see the Scan to PDF Settings window.

Select Color, Grayscale, or Black&White as the Image Type setting to select the colors in the original.Select Document Table as the Document Sourc

Unsharp Mask Turn on to make the edges of image areas clearer for an overall sharper image. Turn off to leave softer edges. This setting is available

If you need to change any of the current PDF settings, click Options. You see the Epson PDF Plug-in Settings window.

Select the settings that match your document and click OK. You return to the File Save Settings window. Note:The Text tab is available only when ABBYY

Scanning to a PDF File in Office ModePlace your document on the document table. See Placing Documents or Photos for instructions.Start Epson Scan. See

Note:The Text tab is available only when ABBYY FineReader is installed. If ABBYY FineReader is not available in your country, you will not see the Tex

For other settings in the Epson PDF Plug-in Settings window, see Epson Scan Help for details.Select the settings that match your document and click OK

If you deselect the Show Add Page dialog after scanning check box in the File Save Settings window, this window does not appear and Epson Scan automat

When you have finished editing your pages, click OK. The pages are saved in one PDF file in Pictures, My Pictures, or the location you selected in the

and off.If you use an extension cord with the scanner, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not excee

Click Options. You see the Epson PDF Plug-in Settings window.To create a searchable PDF file, click the Text tab, select the Create searchable PDF che

Note:The Text tab is available only when ABBYY FineReader is installed. If ABBYY FineReader is not available in your country, you will not see the Tex

For other settings in the Epson PDF Plug-in Settings window, see Epson Scan Help for details.Select the settings that match your document and click OK

If you deselect the Show Add Page dialog after scanning check box in the File Save Settings window, this window does not appear and Epson Scan automat

When you have finished editing your pages, click OK. The pages are saved in one PDF file in Pictures, My Pictures, or the location you selected in the

Click Options. You see the Epson PDF Plug-in Settings window.To create a searchable PDF file, click the Text tab, select the Create searchable PDF che

Note:The Text tab is available only when ABBYY FineReader is installed. If ABBYY FineReader is not available in your country, you will not see the Tex

For other settings in the Epson PDF Plug-in Settings window, see Epson Scan Help for details.Select the settings that match your document and click OK

If you deselect the Show Add Page dialog after scanning check box in the File Save Settings window, this window does not appear and Epson Scan automat

When you have finished editing your pages, click OK. The pages are saved in one PDF file in Pictures, My Pictures, or the location you selected in the

Home > Copyright and TrademarksCopyright and TrademarksNo part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted

Home > Scanning Special Projects Scanning Directly to an E-mailYou can scan and automatically attach scanned image file(s) to an e-mail message wi

Select the e-mail program you use in the Select E-mail Application list.If you want to resize your image(s), choose an option under Select Photo Size.

Home > Scanning Special Projects Converting Scanned Documents Into Editable TextConverting into Editable Text in Full Auto Mode Converting into Ed

You see this window:Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting.Click either the Scan to Other For

Select a name and a file format for your document and click Save. The file is saved and then opened in an application associated with the file type yo

Top Converting into Editable Text in Office ModeWindowsPlace your document on the document table. See Placing Documents or Photos for instructions.Do

Select your scan settings. Click Preview and adjust the area you want to scan, if necessary. Click Scan. Note:To scan a multi-page document, select se

Select your scanner from the Get Images From list.Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting.Clic

If the characters in your text are not recognized very well, you can improve recognition by selecting the Text Enhancement check box or adjusting the

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.

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Select your scanner from the Get Images From list.Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting.Clic

Note:If the characters in your text are not recognized very well, you can improve recognition by selecting the Text Enhancement check box or adjusting

Click either the Scan to Other Formats icon or the icon that corresponds with the program you want to scan to. If you see the Select Scanner window, s

Select your scanner from the Get Images From list.Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting.Clic

If the characters in your text are not recognized very well, you can improve recognition by selecting the Text Enhancement check box or adjusting the

Home > Scanning Special Projects Scanning Accurate Color ImagesStart Epson Scan, select Home Mode or Professional Mode, select the appropriate sca

Note:When creating a custom ICC profile for the scanner, be sure to place the profile in the following folder.Windows: C:\Windows\System32\Spool\Drive

Home > Scanning Special Projects Assigning a Program to a Scanner ButtonAssigning a Project Program in Epson Event Manager to a Scanner Button Eac

Click the arrow in the list next to the button name, then select the action you want to assign.Click Close to close the Epson Event Manager window.Now

Home > Maintenance Cleaning the ScannerTo keep your scanner operating at its best, clean it periodically using the following procedure.Caution:Do

Home > Operating System VersionsOperating System VersionsIn this manual, the following abbreviations are used.Windows refers to Windows 8, 7, Vist

a. transparency unit windowMake sure that no dust builds up on the surface of the document table or the transparency unit window. Dust can cause spots

Home > Maintenance Replacing the Scanner Light SourceThe luminosity of the scanner light source declines over time. If the light source breaks or

Home > Maintenance Power Off Timer SettingThe product turns off automatically if no operations are performed for the selected period. You can adju

Home > Maintenance Transporting the ScannerBefore you transport the scanner for a long distance or store it for an extended period of time, the sc

Home > Solving Problems Scanner ProblemsThe Status Light Is Flashing The Scanner Does Not Turn On The Scanner Turns Off You Cannot Start Epson Sca

The Scanner Turns OffMake sure the Power Off Timer is set. For more details, see Power Off Timer Setting.This product will enter sleep mode after a pe

Home > Solving Problems Scanning ProblemsYou Cannot Scan Using the Thumbnail Preview You Have Trouble Adjusting the Scan Area in the Thumbnail Pre

Negative Film Preview Images Look StrangeMake sure the Document Type setting (Home Mode) or Film Type settings (Professional Mode) are set correctly f

instructions.Top

Home > Solving Problems Scan Quality ProblemsThe Edges of Your Original Are Not Scanned You See Only a Few Dots in Your Scanned Image A Line or Li

Home > Overview of Your Scanner Features Color RestorationUsing the Color Restoration feature in Epson Scan, you can transform an old, faded, or b

Top A Line or Line of Dots Always Appears in Your Scanned ImagesThe document table or transparency unit window may need cleaning. Clean the document

If your document is very thick or curled at the edges, cover the edges with paper to block external light as you scan.Top Your Scanned Image Is Too Da

Ripple Patterns Appear in Your Scanned ImageA ripple or cross-hatch pattern (called moiré) may appear in a scanned image of a printed document. It is

Adjust the Auto Exposure setting in Professional Mode. Also try selecting a different Tone Correction setting. See Adjusting the Color and Other Image

Full Auto Mode: Click Customize, and select or deselect Auto Photo Orientation.Home Mode or Professional Mode: Click Configuration, select the Preview

Home > Solving Problems Uninstalling Your Scanning SoftwareFor Windows For Mac OS X You may need to uninstall and then reinstall your scanner soft

When the confirmation window appears, click Yes.Follow the on-screen instructions.In some cases, a message may appear to prompt you to restart your co

Home > Solving Problems Technical Support Web SiteEpson’s Technical Support Web Site provides help with problems that cannot be solved using the t

Home > Solving Problems Contacting Epson SupportBefore Contacting Epson Help for Users in North America Help for Users in Latin America Other Soft

Product serial numberProof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchaseComputer configurationDescription of the problemNote:For help usi

Home > Overview of Your Scanner Features Dust RemovalUsing the Dust Removal feature in Epson Scan, you can virtually “clean” the dust marks from y

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Home > Technical Specifications System RequirementsWindows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements Make sure your system meets the requi

Home > Technical Specifications Scanner SpecificationsGeneral Mechanical Electrical Environmental Interfaces Standards and Approvals Note:Specific

MechanicalDimensions Width: 280 mm (11.0 inches) Depth: 485 mm (19.1 inches) Height: 118 mm (4.6 inches)Weight Approx. 4.1 kg (9.0 lb) without AC adap

EnvironmentalTemperature Operating10 to 35 ˚C (50 to 95 ˚F)Storage–25 to 60 ˚C (–13 to 140 ˚F)Humidity Operating 10 to 80%, without condensationStorag

Home > Overview of Your Scanner Features DIGITAL ICE TechnologyYour scanner and its Epson Scan software are equipped with the DIGITAL ICE Technolo

Home > Overview of Your Scanner Features Backlight CorrectionUsing the Backlight Correction feature in your scanning software, you can remove shad

Home > Overview of Your Scanner Features Text EnhancementWhen you scan documents, you can sharpen the text and increase accuracy by using the Text

Home > Overview of Your Scanner FeaturesOverview of Your Scanner FeaturesThese features help you create the best possible scans, no matter what sh

Home > Guide to the Scanner Parts Scanner Partsa. scanner covera. document mat b. document table c. carriage (in the document table)

a. Power switch b. DC inlet c. transportation lock d. USB interface connectora. transparency unit window

Home > Guide to the Scanner Parts Lights and ButtonsLights Buttons Note:Your product may look different from the illustrations in this guide, but

Green OnPower is on. Flashing Entering power saving mode.Orange Flashing An error has occurred. See The Status Light Is Flashing for more information.

Home > Placing Originals on the Scanner Placing Documents or PhotosPlacing Documents or Photos on the Document Table Placing Large or Thick Docume

Note:If you are scanning multiple photos at once, position each photo at least 20 mm (0.8 inch) apart from the others. Close the scanner cover gently

Always keep the document table clean. Do not leave photos on the document table for an extended period of time as they may stick to the glass.To start

Home > Placing Originals on the Scanner Placing Film or SlidesRemoving the Document Mat Placing Film in the Holder Placing Slides in the Holder Re

a. transparency unit windowTo place film for scanning, see Placing Film in the Holder.To place slides for scanning, see Placing Slides in the Holder.T

Slide one or two film strips all the way into the film holder with the shiny base side facing down. Your images and any wording on the film strips sho

Home > Guide to the Scanner PartsGuide to the Scanner PartsCheck these sections to identify the parts of your scanner.Scanner Parts Light and Butt

Close the cover and press it down until you hear a click. Then press down on all the edges of the covers to secure them.Place the film holder on the d

Make sure you removed the document mat. See Removing the Document Mat.Close the scanner cover.To scan your film, see Starting Epson Scan.When you are

Close the cover over the film and press it down until it clicks. Then press down on all the edges of the cover to secure it.Place the film holder on t

Make sure you removed the document mat. See Removing the Document Mat.Close the scanner cover.Note:You cannot use Full Auto Mode to scan medium format

Top Placing Slides in the HolderYou can scan up to four 35 mm slides at a time using the slide portion of the film holder.Note:Make sure the white st

Note:Make sure you place the long edge of the slide in the film holder as shown above.Make sure you removed the document mat. See Removing the Documen

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Home > Scanning Your Originals Starting Epson ScanUsing the Scanner Buttons Using the Epson Scan Icon Using Another Scanning Program Using the Sca

Using the Epson Scan IconYou can start Epson Scan by double-clicking the Epson Scan icon.Windows 8: Double-click the Epson Scan icon on the desktop.

Home > Scanning Your Originals Selecting an Epson Scan ModeEpson Scan offers several scanning modes to choose from.Full Auto Mode lets you scan qu

Home > Placing Originals on the ScannerPlacing Originals on the ScannerFollow the steps here to place your original documents or photos on the sca

Home > Scanning Your Originals Changing the Scan ModeTo change the scan mode, click the arrow in the Mode box in the upper right corner of the Eps

Home > Scanning Your Originals Scanning in Full Auto ModeWhen you start Epson Scan for the first time, it runs in Full Auto Mode and displays the

If the Show this dialog box before next scan check box is cleared, the Epson Scan starts scanning immediately without displaying this screen. To retur

Epson Scan previews each image, detects which type of original it is, and selects the scan settings automatically. After a moment, you see a small pre

Home > Scanning Your Originals Scanning in Office ModeWhen you select Office Mode, you see the Epson Scan Office Mode window.Place the original(s)

Select Color, Grayscale, or Black&White as the Image Type setting.Select Document Table as the Document Source setting.Select the size of your ori

Home > Scanning Your Originals Scanning in Home ModeWhen you select Home Mode, you see the Epson Scan Home Mode window.Place your original(s) on t

Start Epson Scan. See Starting Epson Scan for instructions.Select Home Mode in the Mode list. See Changing the Scan Mode for instructions.Click the ar

Home > Scanning Your Originals Scanning in Professional ModeWhen you select Professional Mode, you see the Epson Scan Professional Mode window.

Place your original(s) on the document table. See one of these sections for instructions.Documents or photos: Placing Documents or Photos Film or slid

Home > Scanning Your OriginalsScanning Your OriginalsFollow the step-by-step instructions here to scan your original documents or photos using any

Click the arrow to open the Resolution list and select an appropriate resolution for your original(s). See Selecting the Scan Resolution for instructi

Home > Scanning Your Originals Selecting File Save SettingsWhen you see the File Save Settings window, you can select the location, name, and form

In the File Save Settings window, specify the file folder in which you want to save your scanned image. Click the Documents or Pictures radio button,

deselect it, you must click the File Save Settings icon to open the window before clicking the Scan button.Open image folder after scanning Select

Home > Scanning Your Originals Detailed Setting InstructionsSelecting the Scan Resolution Previewing and Adjusting the Scan Area Adjusting the Col

In the Full Auto Mode window, click Customize. The Customize window appears.Click the Specify resolution for Full Auto Mode check box and select the n

Professional Mode Click the arrow next to the Resolution list and select the number of dpi (dots per inch) at which you want to scan.Top Previewing an

Depending on your document type and other settings, you may not be able to change the preview type.You can resize the Preview window. To resize the Pr

If you are viewing the normal preview, you can do the following to adjust the image(s).To select your scan area, click the auto locate icon to create

To zoom in on an image in the Thumbnail preview, double-click the thumbnail to zoom in.You can change the size of thumbnail by using either the Thumb

Home > Scanning Special ProjectsScanning Special ProjectsFollow these instructions for specific scanning projects you may need to create.Restoring

When you use the Thumbnail preview, Epson Scan automatically creates marquees around your image(s) for you. If you need to adjust a marquee, click ins

Note:To restrict the movement of the marquee to vertical or horizontal only, hold down the Shift key as you move the marquee.To restrict the size of t

The table below describes the settings available in Office Mode. For details on adjusting these settings, see Epson Scan Help.Note:If you are scanning

Color Enhance Enhances red, green, or blue in the scan. This setting is available in the following conditions: - when the Image Type is set to Graysca

Note:If you are scanning multiple images at the same time and you want to apply the image adjustments to all of your images or scan areas, click All i

Brightness Adjusts the overall image lightness and darkness.This setting is available in the following conditions: - when the Image Type is set to Col

The table below describes the settings available in Professional Mode. For details on adjusting these settings, see Epson Scan Help.Note:You may need

Color Palette Provides a graphical interface for adjusting mid-tone levels, such as skin tones, without affecting the highlight and shadow areas of th

Threshold Adjusts the level at which the black areas in text and line art are delineated, improving text recognition in OCR programs. Available only w

If you need to create a scan size that is not in the Target Size list, you can create a custom size. Click the arrow to open the list and select Custo

Home > MaintenanceMaintenanceFollow the guidelines here to maintain and transport your scanner.Cleaning the Scanner Replacing the Scanner Light So

orientation icon. Note:The orientation icon is not available if you selected Original as the Target Size setting.Selecting the Scan Size in Professi

Type a name for your custom size, enter the size, click Save, then click OK. Your new size appears in the Target Size list.You can fine-tune the size

Home > Scanning Your Originals Finishing the ScanWhat happens after you scan depends on how you started your scan.Full Auto Mode: If you started y

Home > Scanning Special Projects Restoring ColorColor Restoration in Full Auto Mode Color Restoration in Home Mode Color Restoration in Profession

In the Full Auto Mode window, click Customize. The Customize window appears.Click the Color Restoration check box.If you want to select the file save

Film or slides: Placing Film or Slides Start Epson Scan. See Starting Epson Scan for instructions.In the Home Mode window, select the Document Type, I

In the Professional Mode window, select the Document Type, Document Source, Auto Exposure Type (for scanning documents or photos) or Film Type (for sc

This feature is available only after previewing your images, so make sure to click Preview to activate this feature.Sampling a Color from an ImageClic

If you want to save the color for future scans, click the save icon. The color appears in the save area.Note:To load a previously saved color, selec

You can also use the cells to the right of the adjustment area to change the brightness, if necessary.Click the color applicator icon. Your cursor c

Home > Solving ProblemsSolving ProblemsTroubleshootingIf you have a problem using your scanner or its software, check here for solutions.Scanner P

Home > Scanning Special Projects Removing Dust Marks with the Dust Removal FeatureDust Removal in Full Auto Mode Dust Removal in Professional Mode

Dust Removal in Full Auto ModePlace your original(s) on the document table. See one of these sections for instructions.Documents or photos: Placing Do

When you finish making all the necessary settings, click OK to return to the Full Auto Mode window.Click Scan.What happens next depends on how you sta

The result of the Dust Removal does not appear in the image(s) in the Preview window.If you are scanning multiple images at the same time and you want

Home > Scanning Special Projects Removing Dust and Scratch Marks from Originals Using DIGITAL ICE TechnologyDIGITAL ICE Technology Specifications

A4 size photograph 600 dpi 631 MB 255 MB4800 dpi 2524 MB 510 MB35 mm film or slide 150 dpi 1 MB 8 MB300 dpi 1 MB 15 MB600 dpi 4 MB 30 MB1200 dpi 16 MB

Top Using DIGITAL ICE Technology in Home ModePlace your original(s) on the document table. See one of these sections for instructions.Documents or ph

Place your original(s) on the document table. See one of these sections for instructions.Documents or photos: Placing Documents or Photos Film or slid

Size your image(s) as necessary. See Selecting the Scan Size for instructions.Click Scan to scan and remove dust and scratch marks in your image(s).Wh

Home > Scanning Special Projects Fixing Backlit PhotosBacklight Correction in Home Mode Backlight Correction in Professional Mode Using the Backli

Home > Technical SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsCheck here for technical details about your scanner and its accessories.System Requirements

Note:If you are scanning multiple images at the same time and you want to apply the Backlight Correction feature to all of your images or scan areas,

Note:If you are scanning multiple images at the same time and you want to apply the Backlight Correction feature to all of your images or scan areas,

Home > Scanning Special Projects Text EnhancementText Enhancement Using the PDF Button Text Enhancement in Office Mode Text Enhancement in Home Mo

In the Scan to PDF Settings window, select the Image Type and Destination settings. For details, see Scanning to a PDF File Using the PDF Button.Click

Click Preview to preview your document, then select your scan area. For details, see Previewing and Adjusting the Scan Area.Make any other necessary i

Click Preview to preview your document, then select your scan area. For details, see Previewing and Adjusting the Scan Area.Make any other necessary i

Home > Scanning Special Projects Using the Scanner as a CopierYou can use your scanner along with a printer connected to your computer just like y

Click the Source Type box, select the type of original(s) you are copying, and click OK. See the table below for guidance.Source Type setting Type of

When you are ready to scan and print, click Copy.Note:If you want to preview your scan before printing it or select additional copy settings, click Cu

Home > Scanning Special Projects Scanning to a PDF FileScanning to a PDF File Using the PDF Button Scanning to a PDF File in Office Mode Scanning