Technical Brief (Scanners)
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..., usability, versatility, and durability. As resolution increases, so does the file size. For example, a scanner can be scanned, and converts it double-steps the carriage to increase the vertical resolution). 1200 dpi 2400 dpi Scanner Technical Brief-Page 1 6/07...image quality. Optical resolution: This is measured in their price class. The Epson Perfection® series scanners are designed for home and entry-level corporate and graphics arts users, and are Epson's professional series scanners designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. Hardware...
..., usability, versatility, and durability. As resolution increases, so does the file size. For example, a scanner can be scanned, and converts it double-steps the carriage to increase the vertical resolution). 1200 dpi 2400 dpi Scanner Technical Brief-Page 1 6/07...image quality. Optical resolution: This is measured in their price class. The Epson Perfection® series scanners are designed for home and entry-level corporate and graphics arts users, and are Epson's professional series scanners designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. Hardware...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... 8 x 10 inches, effective resolution: 300 dpi Enlarging a small original In order to capture enough detail to enlarge an image, you must increase the scanned resolution in proportion to the number of bits of interpolated data results in more data is required to capture the image data when the image... is being scanned and use interpolation if more accurate images. Image Quality-Pixel depth Pixel depth refers to the increase in the larger image. Benefi...
... 8 x 10 inches, effective resolution: 300 dpi Enlarging a small original In order to capture enough detail to enlarge an image, you must increase the scanned resolution in proportion to the number of bits of interpolated data results in more data is required to capture the image data when the image... is being scanned and use interpolation if more accurate images. Image Quality-Pixel depth Pixel depth refers to the increase in the larger image. Benefi...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...full image data, which is the data that is especially important to graphic artists and designers. Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System Epson scanners use the Epson ColorTrue II Imaging System which is made up of the models support 24-bit external color depth, which is...-bit transfer Image quality Because the scanner captures data that never could have a 42-bit or 48-bit color depth. Precise scan carriage Simultaneous RGB scanning High resolution CCD Custom glass lenses Pixel optimization Custom ASIC Scanner Technical Brief-Page 3 6/07 but "downsamples" an image to ...
...full image data, which is the data that is especially important to graphic artists and designers. Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System Epson scanners use the Epson ColorTrue II Imaging System which is made up of the models support 24-bit external color depth, which is...-bit transfer Image quality Because the scanner captures data that never could have a 42-bit or 48-bit color depth. Precise scan carriage Simultaneous RGB scanning High resolution CCD Custom glass lenses Pixel optimization Custom ASIC Scanner Technical Brief-Page 3 6/07 but "downsamples" an image to ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... Better image quality than competitive off-the-shelf lenses because Epson scanners feature custom-made lenses that are : Better color registration Faster scanning speeds Higher quality sub-scan resolutions Epson Method (1/2 or 1/4 step carriage movement) Simultaneous RGB Capture ... RGB Method (1/2 step carriage movement) Red Capture Green Capture Blue Capture One pass 2. Hardware components: Epson scanners use a precise scan carriage with : Smooth gradations Accurate colors Smooth edges and minimal color fringing Greater detail in shadows Greater detail...
... Better image quality than competitive off-the-shelf lenses because Epson scanners feature custom-made lenses that are : Better color registration Faster scanning speeds Higher quality sub-scan resolutions Epson Method (1/2 or 1/4 step carriage movement) Simultaneous RGB Capture ... RGB Method (1/2 step carriage movement) Red Capture Green Capture Blue Capture One pass 2. Hardware components: Epson scanners use a precise scan carriage with : Smooth gradations Accurate colors Smooth edges and minimal color fringing Greater detail in shadows Greater detail...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... that uses the full resolution of the Epson 600 dpi Perfection Average Average Average scanners, when scanning an image at a lesser resolution. The benefit of this feature is truer image quality. 300 dpi For example, on one of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at 300 dpi, the scanner still...
... that uses the full resolution of the Epson 600 dpi Perfection Average Average Average scanners, when scanning an image at a lesser resolution. The benefit of this feature is truer image quality. 300 dpi For example, on one of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at 300 dpi, the scanner still...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... transparencies, and negatives) because the media itself generally has a dynamic range of 3.2. The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail, as Dmax. This effect is set the focus to as shown in...in the images to the right. For super sharpness when scanning transparencies or slides mounted in holders, you can pick your point of the Epson Expression series scanners uses a Dual-Focus mechanism. The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use a fixed focus system, AutoFocus optics...
... transparencies, and negatives) because the media itself generally has a dynamic range of 3.2. The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail, as Dmax. This effect is set the focus to as shown in...in the images to the right. For super sharpness when scanning transparencies or slides mounted in holders, you can pick your point of the Epson Expression series scanners uses a Dual-Focus mechanism. The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use a fixed focus system, AutoFocus optics...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... There is faster. The anti-reflection optical coating on some Epson scanners, automatically selects from two lenses for two different resolutions. High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution with anti-reflection optical coating ...6/07 Dual Lens System offers two lenses for the desired scan resolution. Document (8.5") Film Area Guide (8") High resolution...
... There is faster. The anti-reflection optical coating on some Epson scanners, automatically selects from two lenses for two different resolutions. High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution with anti-reflection optical coating ...6/07 Dual Lens System offers two lenses for the desired scan resolution. Document (8.5") Film Area Guide (8") High resolution...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...without powering off/on both your computer and your scanner. Place originals on the scanning bed Flexibility-Intelligent Negative Scanning With a transparency unit attached, Epson scanners can scan color negatives (such as 35mm negative strips) and convert them directly to positive ...color transparencies and slides. Performance-Batch Scanning Epson scanning software supports batch scanning: Without batch scanning, you must scan each image separately. With batch scanning you have a Hi-Speed USB port on the scanner or computer. Most Epson scanners that include a USB port ...
...without powering off/on both your computer and your scanner. Place originals on the scanning bed Flexibility-Intelligent Negative Scanning With a transparency unit attached, Epson scanners can scan color negatives (such as 35mm negative strips) and convert them directly to positive ...color transparencies and slides. Performance-Batch Scanning Epson scanning software supports batch scanning: Without batch scanning, you must scan each image separately. With batch scanning you have a Hi-Speed USB port on the scanner or computer. Most Epson scanners that include a USB port ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... Removal instantly cleans up the slight shadows created by the individual crystal structures in the Epson Scan driver, the driver uses a slight blur effect to pick up slides and negatives - with Epson Easy Photo Fix™ Scanning Software Epson Easy Photo Fix technology is sensitive enough to smooth out the grain. When you choose Grain Reduction in...
... Removal instantly cleans up the slight shadows created by the individual crystal structures in the Epson Scan driver, the driver uses a slight blur effect to pick up slides and negatives - with Epson Easy Photo Fix™ Scanning Software Epson Easy Photo Fix technology is sensitive enough to smooth out the grain. When you choose Grain Reduction in...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...For the advanced user-many sophisticated elements of documents with the same size, using the optional Automatic Document Feeder. Flexibility-Epson Scan Epson Scan software differs slightly by scanner model. Flexibility-DIGITAL ICE™ technology from Applied Science Fiction™ DIGITAL ICE technology ..., advanced, and business users. Full Auto Mode: For the novice user-Epson Scan automatically previews the images and recognizes the document source and type. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07
...For the advanced user-many sophisticated elements of documents with the same size, using the optional Automatic Document Feeder. Flexibility-Epson Scan Epson Scan software differs slightly by scanner model. Flexibility-DIGITAL ICE™ technology from Applied Science Fiction™ DIGITAL ICE technology ..., advanced, and business users. Full Auto Mode: For the novice user-Epson Scan automatically previews the images and recognizes the document source and type. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...; Copy Center Edit Text Business Card Scan for Creativity Scan to Application Scan to the Epson photo-sharing site. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Epson Expression, Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix, Epson Smart Panel, are reduced. Epson disclaims any and all rights in digital form quickly...
...; Copy Center Edit Text Business Card Scan for Creativity Scan to Application Scan to the Epson photo-sharing site. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Epson Expression, Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix, Epson Smart Panel, are reduced. Epson disclaims any and all rights in digital form quickly...
Product Information Guide
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...; 297 mm]) Optical resolution 3200 dpi Maximum 3200 dpi (main scan) × 6400 dpi hardware resolution* (sub scan) * The maximum hardware resolution of 3200 × 6400 dpi is achieved using EPSON's Micro Step Drive™ technology. Maximum interpolated resolution 12,800 ... threshold Gamma correction 1 type for voltage information. 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 1 EPSON Perfection 3170 Scanner Parts Document cover TPU indicator light Document table Power button Carriage and lamp (in the home position) Scan to Web button Scan to 60 Hz Rated input current 0.7 A Rated output ...
...; 297 mm]) Optical resolution 3200 dpi Maximum 3200 dpi (main scan) × 6400 dpi hardware resolution* (sub scan) * The maximum hardware resolution of 3200 × 6400 dpi is achieved using EPSON's Micro Step Drive™ technology. Maximum interpolated resolution 12,800 ... threshold Gamma correction 1 type for voltage information. 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 1 EPSON Perfection 3170 Scanner Parts Document cover TPU indicator light Document table Power button Carriage and lamp (in the home position) Scan to Web button Scan to 60 Hz Rated input current 0.7 A Rated output ...
Product Information Guide
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... The transparency unit (film adapter) is aligned with the top right corner of the photo is built into the scanner lid. Make sure the top right corner of the scanner. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 Check the label on the glass. avoid extreme dust, direct sunlight, and ... ADFs sold outside the US market may operate at a different voltage. Then close the cover. 2 - Here's how you to scan your images for many different uses. EPSON Perfection 3170 Environmental Temperature Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 50 to 90 °F (10 to 32 °C Storage: -4 to 140 °...
... The transparency unit (film adapter) is aligned with the top right corner of the photo is built into the scanner lid. Make sure the top right corner of the scanner. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 Check the label on the glass. avoid extreme dust, direct sunlight, and ... ADFs sold outside the US market may operate at a different voltage. Then close the cover. 2 - Here's how you to scan your images for many different uses. EPSON Perfection 3170 Environmental Temperature Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 50 to 90 °F (10 to 32 °C Storage: -4 to 140 °...
Product Information Guide
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... EPSON Perfection 3170 - 3 Click the Scan and Save icon. You can start the EPSON Scan program directly from Adobe Photoshop Elements or any other TWAIN-compliant program. EPSON Perfection 3170 5. A progress meter appears on your desktop, and use this program for this action, then click OK. Press the ] Start button on your photo is automatically scanned. Click Next to save your photo...
... EPSON Perfection 3170 - 3 Click the Scan and Save icon. You can start the EPSON Scan program directly from Adobe Photoshop Elements or any other TWAIN-compliant program. EPSON Perfection 3170 5. A progress meter appears on your desktop, and use this program for this action, then click OK. Press the ] Start button on your photo is automatically scanned. Click Next to save your photo...
Product Information Guide
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... options window automatically appears. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 Selecting the Scanning Mode EPSON Scan has four scanning modes: Choose your scanning mode Restoring Color in Photos If you have faded photos or negatives, you can select this setting in Smart Panel or in EPSON Scan. ❏ Full Auto Mode for automatic control of scan settings. ❏ Home Mode for scanning film and more control...
... options window automatically appears. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 Selecting the Scanning Mode EPSON Scan has four scanning modes: Choose your scanning mode Restoring Color in Photos If you have faded photos or negatives, you can select this setting in Smart Panel or in EPSON Scan. ❏ Full Auto Mode for automatic control of scan settings. ❏ Home Mode for scanning film and more control...
Product Information Guide
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... on again after you need to this calibration space is uncovered 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 5 You see the Start Here sheet for medium-format (120/220) transparencies. 1. If you connect the cable. 2. To scan film or negative strips, slides, or transparencies, you may need to ... with 3 different film holders: one for 35 mm film or negative strips, one for 35 mm slides, and one for instructions). EPSON Perfection 3170 EPSON Scan Color Restoration is available in a holder. Select the Color Restoration checkbox. (If you're using Professional Mode, you need to scroll ...
... on again after you need to this calibration space is uncovered 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 5 You see the Start Here sheet for medium-format (120/220) transparencies. 1. If you connect the cable. 2. To scan film or negative strips, slides, or transparencies, you may need to ... with 3 different film holders: one for 35 mm film or negative strips, one for 35 mm slides, and one for instructions). EPSON Perfection 3170 EPSON Scan Color Restoration is available in a holder. Select the Color Restoration checkbox. (If you're using Professional Mode, you need to scroll ...
Product Information Guide
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...facing down.) 4. Red Check the following, then turn your film is unplugged or turned off. EPSON Perfection 3170 Photo Start Here poster EPSON Perfection 3170 Scanner Software CD-ROM EPSON Perfection 3170 Notices booklet Reference Guide (HTML) Select Dust Removal Tip: Make sure your scanner off and then...to be replaced or the scanner may have another problem. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 Close the scanner cover. 5. Light On Flashing Flashing Off Color Status Green The scanner is busy scanning. EPSON Perfection 3170 If you are scanning slides, place the holder on the ] Start button)...
...facing down.) 4. Red Check the following, then turn your film is unplugged or turned off. EPSON Perfection 3170 Photo Start Here poster EPSON Perfection 3170 Scanner Software CD-ROM EPSON Perfection 3170 Notices booklet Reference Guide (HTML) Select Dust Removal Tip: Make sure your scanner off and then...to be replaced or the scanner may have another problem. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 Close the scanner cover. 5. Light On Flashing Flashing Off Color Status Green The scanner is busy scanning. EPSON Perfection 3170 If you are scanning slides, place the holder on the ] Start button)...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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...Perfection 3490/3590/4490/V700/V750/V100/V350/1240U/1250/1260/1640/1650/1660/ 1670/2400/2480/2580/3170/3200/4180/4870/4990/640U/1200U/610, GT- 2500/15000/30000 series scanners Scanning Application Force Quits on Mac OS 10.4 This bulletin was created to 10.4.9 Affected Epson Scan... of 2 PSB.2007.04.001 This issue affects the following TWAIN-compliant applications: EPSON Creativity Suite Copy Utility Photo Impression Photoshop Elements Photoshop Photoshop CS2 When pressing the Scan button, the Scan Assistant force quits Force quits during start-up Force quits during start-up Force quits...
...Perfection 3490/3590/4490/V700/V750/V100/V350/1240U/1250/1260/1640/1650/1660/ 1670/2400/2480/2580/3170/3200/4180/4870/4990/640U/1200U/610, GT- 2500/15000/30000 series scanners Scanning Application Force Quits on Mac OS 10.4 This bulletin was created to 10.4.9 Affected Epson Scan... of 2 PSB.2007.04.001 This issue affects the following TWAIN-compliant applications: EPSON Creativity Suite Copy Utility Photo Impression Photoshop Elements Photoshop Photoshop CS2 When pressing the Scan button, the Scan Assistant force quits Force quits during start-up Force quits during start-up Force quits...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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...the driver specifically written for each scanner to uninstall the Epson Scan driver. ! If upgrading from a Power PC-based Epson Scan driver to a Universal Binary driver, first delete the Power PC driver using only the Power PC driver for Deleting Epson Scan Driver: ! If the above procedure does not resolve ...the problem, then manually verify that the Epson Scan files and folders, listed below, have more than one Epson scanner model on your computer, use the driver specifically...
...the driver specifically written for each scanner to uninstall the Epson Scan driver. ! If upgrading from a Power PC-based Epson Scan driver to a Universal Binary driver, first delete the Power PC driver using only the Power PC driver for Deleting Epson Scan Driver: ! If the above procedure does not resolve ...the problem, then manually verify that the Epson Scan files and folders, listed below, have more than one Epson scanner model on your computer, use the driver specifically...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... X 10.2.8 With Classic Running OK OK MAC OS X 10.3.x With Classic Running Fails Fails Page 1 of issue: A customer has an Epson Perfection 1670 or 3170 connected to stop or turn off Classic before scanning. When Classic is running and the customer tries to inform you of a potential scanner communication issue that only runs in...
... X 10.2.8 With Classic Running OK OK MAC OS X 10.3.x With Classic Running Fails Fails Page 1 of issue: A customer has an Epson Perfection 1670 or 3170 connected to stop or turn off Classic before scanning. When Classic is running and the customer tries to inform you of a potential scanner communication issue that only runs in...