Epson Perfection V370 Photo User's Guide

User’s GuideGuide to the Scanner Parts Check this section to identify the parts of your scanner.Placing Originals on the Scanner Follow the steps her

Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the AC adapter, scanner, or scanner option by yourself except as specifically explained in the scanner

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

Home > Guide to the Scanner Parts Scanner PartsNote:The parts described in this section apply to EPSON Perfection V37 and EPSON Perfection V370 Ph

a. transparency unit window (EPSON Perfection V370 Photo only)a. USB interface connector b. DC inlet

Home > Guide to the Scanner Parts Light and ButtonsLight Buttons The scanner has four buttons for scanning operations. The status light indicates

(None) OffThe scanner is off.Top ButtonsBefore using the scanner buttons, make sure you have installed EPSON Scan and EPSON Event Manager.Button Funct

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 0.8 inch (20 mm) apart from the others.Close the scanner cover gently s

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

When you scan a large or thick document, you can open the scanner cover all the way, so that it lies flat next to the scanner.Open the scanner cover.P

Home > Placing Originals on the Scanner Placing Film or Slides (EPSON Perfection V370 Photo Only)Removing the Document Mat Placing Film in the Hol

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

Note:Hold the edge of the film gently or use gloves to touch the film; otherwise you may damage the film.Make sure the white stickers on the back of t

Place the film holder on the document table so that it is aligned as shown. Make sure the tab with the film icon on the film holder fits into the area

Note:You cannot scan negative slides with Full Auto Mode.Make sure the white stickers on the back of the film holder and the areas around them are not

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 Document Mat

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Home > Scanning Your Originals Using the Scanner Buttonsa. E-mail button b. PDF button c. Copy button d. Power/ Start buttonYou can start sc

Home > Scanning Your Originals Using Document Capture Pro (for Windows)/Document Capture (for Mac OS X)Note:For details about the software, see Do

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 Using Another Scanning ProgramYou can use any TWAIN-compliant scanning program, such as Adobe Photoshop Elements, t

Home > Scanning Your Originals EPSON Scan ModeEPSON Scan offers several scanning modes to choose from.Full Auto Mode lets you scan quickly and eas

Home > Scanning Special Projects Scanning to SharePoint or Cloud ServiceYou can upload images to cloud services such as Google Docs/Evernote.For W

Home > Scanning Special Projects Scanning to a PDF FileScanning to a PDF File Using the PDF Button Scanning to a PDF File Using EPSON Scan Using E

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

Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the overall image. This setting is available only when the Image Type is set to Co

Note:If you deselect the Show Add Page dialog after scanning checkbox in the File Save Settings window, the Add Page Confirmation window does not appe

Note:The Text tab is available only when ABBYY FineReader that came with your scanner is installed. Select the settings that match your document and c

Scanning to a PDF File Using the EPSON ScanPlace your document on the document table. See Placing Documents or Photos for details.Start EPSON Scan.Mak

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

Click Options for detailed settings.Note:The Text tab is available only when ABBYY FineReader that came with your scanner is installed. Select the set

Select one of the following options:Add page: Click this button to scan the next page of your document. Replace the first page on the document table w

pages, then click the delete icon to delete them. Note:The delete icon is not available when all pages are selected.For further details on the tool

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

Select your scanner from the Scanner list.Select your printer from the Printer list.Click the Source Type box, select the type of original(s) you are

If you are copying a color or black-and-white document, you can improve the definition of text and line art by leaving the Text Enhancement check box

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 Assigning a Program to a Scanner ButtonAssigning a Project Program in EPSON Event Manager to a Scanner Button Ass

Select your scanner from Scanner.Click the arrow in the list next to the button name, then select the action you want to assign.If you want to add the

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

Note:After you finish the job settings, go back to step 3 and select the action you set.Click Close to close the EPSON Event Manager window.Now whenev

If you need help using EPSON Event Manager, do one of the following. For Windows: Click the icon in the upper right corner of the screen. For Mac OS

In the Start this program list, choose the program you want to assign. Only compatible programs appear in the list.Note:If you want to be given a choi

Home > Scanning Special Projects Converting Scanned Documents Into Editable TextYou can scan a document and convert the text into a format data th

Home > Scanning Special Projects Adjusting the Scanned ImageEPSON Scan offers a variety of settings for improving color, sharpness, contrast, and

Descreening Removes the rippled pattern that can appear in subtly shaded image areas such as skin tones.Color Restoration Restores the colors in faded

Color Enhance Enhance a certain color. You can select from red, blue, or green.See Epson Scan Help for details.

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

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

Home > MaintenanceMaintenanceFollow the guidelines here to maintain and transport your scanner.Cleaning the Scanner Transporting the Scanner Power

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

Home > Solving Problems Scanner ProblemsThe Status Light Is Flashing The Scanner Does Not Turn On The Scanner Does Not Turn Off The Scanner Turns

Make sure the scanning software is not running.Top The Scanner Turns OffMake sure the Power Off Timer is set. This feature allows you to set the timer

Windows 7 and Vista: Click the Start button icon and select Control Panel.Windows XP: Click Start and select Control Panel.Do one of the following:W

start EPSON Scanner Monitor in the Epson Software folder in the Applications folder and then press a button to scan.Top

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

for your film.If you are in normal preview, the dark area around the film and the frame of the film holder is perceived as white. This alters the expo

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

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

Top Your Scanned Image Is Too DarkIf your original is too dark, try using the Backlight Correction feature in Home Mode or Professional Mode. See EPS

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

Select the Descreening check box in Office Mode, Home Mode, or Professional Mode. In Professional Mode, select an appropriate Screen Ruling for the De

Photos for details.Make sure the film or slides are placed in the film holder correctly and the film holder is properly positioned on the document tab

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

In some cases, a message may appear to prompt you to restart your computer. If so, make sure I want to restart my computer now is selected and click F

Home > Solving Problems EPSON Technical SupportInternet Support Speak to a Support Representative Purchase Accessories Internet SupportVisit Epson

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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

MechanicalEPSON Perfection V37Dimensions Width: 16.9 inches (430.0 mm) Depth: 11.0 inches (280.0 mm) Height: 1.6 inches (40.8 mm)Weight Approx. 4.9 lb

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

Rated output voltage DC 13.5 VRated output current 1.2 ANote:The AC adapter model varies in certain locations.Top EnvironmentalTemperature Operating10

Safety UL60950-1 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1EMC FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR22 Class BTop

Home > SafetyImportant Safety InstructionsRestrictions on Copying In this document, warnings, cautions, and notes indicate the following:Warningsm