Epson Perfection 610 Scanner Basic Guide

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5EPSON TWAIN supports the Apple ColorSync™ 2.X color management system and QuickTime.™ These extensions are automatically installed during EPSON TWAIN

6 Use only the type of power source indicated on the scanner’s label. Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets. Avoid using outlets o

7Setting Up Your ScannerSetting up your scanner is easy—just follow the simple steps in this book in the order listed below. 1. Unpack and choose a pl

8Choose a Good Place for Your ScannerHere are some points to consider: Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. If the scanner is tilted, it can’t

9Unlock the ScannerBefore connecting the scanner to a power source, you must release the transportation lock, located on the side of the scanner.Turn

10Connect the Scanner to Your ComputerIf you are connecting to a PC, Windows 98 must be preinstalled on your system.1. Make sure the scanner is unplug

11Install the Scanner SoftwareThe scanner software comes on one CD-ROM for both Windows 98 and Macintosh.If You’re Running Windows 98 . . .You may be

124. Make sure only the CD-ROM drive check box is selected, then click Next. 5. Click Next to continue with the driver installation.6. After the scann

13In the following window, move the slider to the right or left until the shades of the horizontal gray stripes appear similar. View the screen from a

14If You’re Using a Macintosh . . .If you are using Mac OS 8.1, you need to install the Macintosh Update before installing the scanner software. This

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157. When the scanner software installation is complete, you see this screen: Click Quit. The Screen Calibration utility starts. You must calibrate yo

16Install the Creative Software and Electronic ManualsBefore you begin, Be sure any virus protection programs are turned off. Follow these steps:1. In

174. Click Creative Software. The Creative Software screen appears. 5. Click the application name or button for the program you want to install. The i

1811. After viewing an electronic manual, close Acrobat Reader and click the Electronic Documentation window to highlight it. You can select another m

19Viewing Your Electronic ManualsYou always have easy access to your electronic manuals—just go to the Main Menu screen on your scanner software CD-RO

20Navigating a ManualWhen you open an electronic manual, you’ll see this toolbar:The toolbar for Acrobat Reader 3.0 looks slightly different.With Acro

21How to ScanThis section gives you an overview of the scanning process and some tips for getting the best scan. It also includes step-by-step scannin

22Step-by-Step Scanning InstructionsThis section contains step-by-step instructions for using the scanner drivers and creative software in Windows 98

23Scan a Photograph with PictureWorks HotShots and EPSON TWAINThis example explains how to scan a photograph using the EPSON TWAIN scanner driver and

24In a few moments, the scanned image is imported into PictureWorks HotShots. You must close EPSON TWAIN to view the image in the application window.D

iContentsA COMPLETE SCANNING SOLUTION 1About Your Scanner 1About Your Software 2About Your Documentation 2Cautions, Notes, and Tips 3System Requir

25 Effect: Unsharp Mask, DescreeningFor Line Art and TextIf you are scanning line art or text, you should scan using the OCR/Line Art tab. Select from

26Using MarqueesA marquee is a frame around an entire image, or a portion of an image so you can scan only the most important part. To create a marque

27Adjusting a MarqueeTo resize a marquee, place the mouse pointer over its edge; the pointer changes to a double-headed arrow. Click the mouse button

28600 dpi laser printer. For 1440 dpi ink jet printers, such as the EPSON Stylus® COLOR or Photo series, use a scanning resolution of approximately 30

29Scanning Something That Doesn’t Fit Under the Document CoverThe self-adjusting scanner cover allows you to place thick documents on the document tab

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31Start Button ScanningThe scanner’s Start button lets you set up your system for one-touch scanning with Presto! PageManager and a scanner monitoring

32Creating an Illustrated DocumentThis section gives an example of how to use the Start button to scan a document, use the PageManager OCR (optical ch

333. In Windows, if you’ve selected more than one application to use with the Start button in the Scan Events utility, you see this dialog box:For ins

345. To scan a document for an OCR application, select the OCR/Line Art tab. (See page 24 for other TWAIN settings you may want to select.)6. Click th

iiVIEWING YOUR ELECTRONIC MANUALS 19Copying a Manual to Your Hard Drive 19Navigating a Manual 20HOW TO SCAN 21Preparing to Scan 21Selecting Your Ap

358. Drag the thumbnail of the image from the main window to your application’s icon on the application bar.The OCR window opens, showing the progress

3611. Arrange the window for HotShots so it is next to the window for your application.12. Click the image you want to copy from the HotShots collecti

37Working With Scanned PhotosThis chapter steps you through what you can do with your image once you have scanned it into your computer using PictureW

38Open or Create a Collection1. Click the Get button on the remote control.2. Click Get from Disk and click the Open a Collection or Create a Collecti

39Delete Pictures From the CollectionTo delete a picture from a collection, click it; a green line appears around the picture. To select multiple pict

40Follow these steps to use Quick Fix:1. Open the picture you want to edit. See page 37 for instructions.2. Click the Enhance button on the remote con

413. Click SmartPix. You see the SmartPix editing window.4. If the portion of the picture shown in the example area is too small or you want to see a

42You can still cancel your SmartPix changes by selecting Undo from the Edit menu.10. To save your edited picture, click Save As from the File menu. B

43To adjust the amount of variation shown in the examples, slide the variation slider on the remote control to the right or left.5. Click the example

44Creating a Photo PageFollow these steps to place your image in a colorful template for printing:1. Open the image you want to print. See page 37 for

iiiPrinting 43Creating a Photo Page 44Printing Your Image or Photo Page 45Adding Your Image to a Document 46Importing Images Into Documents 46Get

456. To import your picture into your photo page, place the mouse cursor in the gray bar between the image and the title bar (or in the center of an i

46Select Print It Now from the bottom of the Share menu. You see the Print dialog box. The number of picture copies that will print on the page is sho

474. Select Picture from the Insert menu, then select From File. (In some applications, you may need to select a different command, such as Import Pic

482. From the Edit menu, click Select All. A dotted border appears around your picture.3. Select Copy from the Edit menu.4. Start your word processor

495. Start your word processor or other application.6. Open the document in which you want to use the picture. Arrange the window for HotShots so it i

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51Scanner MaintenanceThis chapter tells you how to transport your scanner safely and gives you basic maintenance instructions.Transporting the Scanner

52Cleaning the ScannerTo keep your scanner operating at its best, you should clean it periodically. Before cleaning, unplug the power cord.Use a soft

53Problems? Need Help?This chapter identifies the scanner parts and gives you the basics for diagnosing and solving scanner problems. For solutions to

54Scanner Lamp Error IndicationIf an error occurs, the scanner stops and its lamp shows the type of error.The scanner turns the fluorescent lamp off i

1A Complete Scanning SolutionYour EPSON® Perfection™ 610 scanner is a high-quality scanner packed with easy-to-use features for scanning—for business,

55Also see the documentation that came with your computer and printer for possible solutions.Setup ProblemsIf your system doesn’t recognize the scanne

56If you see the message “Scanner Not Ready” (Windows 98) or “Cannot find the scanner on the bus” (Macintosh)” . . . Make sure the scanner is plugged

57If you need to reinstall your scanner software in Windows. . .1. Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. Double-click the Scanners

58Scanning ProblemsIf the file size is too big . . . Adjust your scan settings. Try selecting a lower resolution (dpi), or scan only part of the image

59If your scanned image is blurred or distorted . . . Check the position and condition of your document. Make sure the document is placed flat agains

60If your image scans at an angle . . .Check the position of your source document. It may be placed at an angle on the document table. Align it so the

61If colors are patchy or distorted at the edges of the image . . . If the document is thick or warped at the edges, the scan may appear discolored fr

62If your printed image is larger or smaller than the original size . . .You may have changed the resolution or scaled your image. Check the image siz

63Where To Get HelpEPSON Technical SupportEPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24

64To speak to a technical support representative, dial (310) 974-1970 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Fri

2About Your SoftwareThe EPSON Perfection 610 scanner includes these applications for great looking scans: About Your DocumentationThis guide includes

65Scanner SpecificationsThis chapter includes specifications and safety approval information for the EPSON Perfection 610 scanner.Specifications are s

66ElectricalCheck the label on the back of the scanner for voltage information.EnvironmentalTemperatureOperation: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)Storage: –13

67Humidity (without condensation)Operation: 10% to 80%Storage: 10% to 85%Operating conditionsOrdinary office or home conditions; avoid extreme dust, o

68CE marking230 V modelLow Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC EN 60950EMC Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class BEN 61000-3-2EN 61000-3-3EN 50082-1IEC 801-2IEC

69Electrical standardFull Speed mode (12Mbit/s) of Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.0. Connector typeOne receptacle (series B)Connector p

70Initialization MethodsThe scanner can be initialized (returned to a fixed set of conditions) in the following ways:Hardware initialization The scan

71IndexAAccessories, 64Adobe Acrobat Reader, 19 to 20BBlurred image, 59CCleaning the scanner, 52Connecting the scanner to your computer, 10DDocument c

72Presto! PageManagerOCR, 35Start button scanning, 32 to 35RRemoving document cover, 29Resolution, choosing, 27SSafety approvals, 67 to 68Safety instr

FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursua

DECLARATION of CONFORMITYAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used w

3Cautions, Notes, and TipsPlease follow these guidelines as you read your documentation:Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.No

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4 CD-ROM drive Mouse or pointing device VGA or higher resolution monitor with 640 × 480 resolution (800 × 600 or higher recommended) and 256 colors (6