Technical Brief (Scanners)
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..., versatility, and durability. As resolution increases, so does the file size. These scanners include the highest quality components. The Epson Perfection® series scanners are important, but a hardware resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi (because it double-steps the carriage to increase ...features are designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. Epson scanners have an optical resolution of 1200 dpi, but there are Epson's professional series scanners designed for high quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic range control ...
..., versatility, and durability. As resolution increases, so does the file size. These scanners include the highest quality components. The Epson Perfection® series scanners are important, but a hardware resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi (because it double-steps the carriage to increase ...features are designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. Epson scanners have an optical resolution of 1200 dpi, but there are Epson's professional series scanners designed for high quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic range control ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...3. It uses a complex algorithm to "add" pixels to use true image data than the hardware resolution. 4. Precise pixel editing Many graphic artists scan images at 1200 dpi If enlarged to 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 image size. therefore the number of colors or gray scales that a scanner can have to interpolate image data to maintain the ...
...3. It uses a complex algorithm to "add" pixels to use true image data than the hardware resolution. 4. Precise pixel editing Many graphic artists scan images at 1200 dpi If enlarged to 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 image size. therefore the number of colors or gray scales that a scanner can have to interpolate image data to maintain the ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...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 Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System Epson scanners use the Epson ColorTrue II Imaging System which is made ...), the scanner delivers more accurate color reproduction, smoother gradations with fast processing speeds. Image Quality-Pixel depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have access to 24-bits, keeping the most significant color data. The scanner captures 36-, 42-, or...
...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 Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System Epson scanners use the Epson ColorTrue II Imaging System which is made ...), the scanner delivers more accurate color reproduction, smoother gradations with fast processing speeds. Image Quality-Pixel depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have access to 24-bits, keeping the most significant color data. The scanner captures 36-, 42-, or...
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...quadruple the scanner's optical resolution. Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System (cont.) Through a combination of a scan. Epson advantages are: Better color registration Faster scanning speeds Higher quality sub-scan resolutions Epson Method (1/2 or 1/4 step carriage movement)... hardware, optics, and processing features, the Epson ColorTrue Imaging System and Epson ColorTrue II Imaging System deliver scanned images with better motors to achieve subscan resolutions that use a precise scan carriage with : Smooth gradations Accurate colors Smooth...
...quadruple the scanner's optical resolution. Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System (cont.) Through a combination of a scan. Epson advantages are: Better color registration Faster scanning speeds Higher quality sub-scan resolutions Epson Method (1/2 or 1/4 step carriage movement)... hardware, optics, and processing features, the Epson ColorTrue Imaging System and Epson ColorTrue II Imaging System deliver scanned images with better motors to achieve subscan resolutions that use a precise scan carriage with : Smooth gradations Accurate colors Smooth...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... White light source Result when Single light source allows precise scanning three- Processing: Many Epson scanners use a color CCD which uses a single white light source, instead of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at 300 dpi, the scanner still uses all 600... Text Enhancement Technology (TET) processing within the scanner-AAS and TET are fired for eachline of the Epson 600 dpi Perfection Average Average Average scanners, when scanning an image at a lesser resolution. Key features include: Line correction captures and processes full RGB color...
... White light source Result when Single light source allows precise scanning three- Processing: Many Epson scanners use a color CCD which uses a single white light source, instead of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at 300 dpi, the scanner still uses all 600... Text Enhancement Technology (TET) processing within the scanner-AAS and TET are fired for eachline of the Epson 600 dpi Perfection Average Average Average scanners, when scanning an image at a lesser resolution. Key features include: Line correction captures and processes full RGB color...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... Focus: With this type of focus so that plagues less sophisticated scanners. Dual-Focus mechanism: One of the glass for optimized film scanning. 2. especially when scanning transparent media. The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use a fixed focus system, AutoFocus optics system, or a Dual-Focus mechanism. 1. This system offers these benefi...
... Focus: With this type of focus so that plagues less sophisticated scanners. Dual-Focus mechanism: One of the glass for optimized film scanning. 2. especially when scanning transparent media. The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use a fixed focus system, AutoFocus optics system, or a Dual-Focus mechanism. 1. This system offers these benefi...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... glass Scanner Technical Brief-Page 7 Scanned with the High Resolution lens. Film Holder (5.9") Super resolution lens Image Quality-High-Pass Optics Epson High Pass Optics includes anti-reflection optical coatings and a high reflection mirror. There is faster. High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution...
... glass Scanner Technical Brief-Page 7 Scanned with the High Resolution lens. Film Holder (5.9") Super resolution lens Image Quality-High-Pass Optics Epson High Pass Optics includes anti-reflection optical coatings and a high reflection mirror. There is faster. High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...without powering off/on both your computer and your scanner. Performance-Batch Scanning Epson scanning software supports batch scanning: Without batch scanning, you must scan each one as a separate file-all with a new Epson scanner. You will see only the highest speeds on your... Negative Select and define frames in the scanner driver, and scan! Epson scanners targeted to positive images. Some other scanners can scan color negatives (such as color transparencies and slides. Most Epson scanners that include a USB port offer the newer USB 2.0 (Hi...
...without powering off/on both your computer and your scanner. Performance-Batch Scanning Epson scanning software supports batch scanning: Without batch scanning, you must scan each one as a separate file-all with a new Epson scanner. You will see only the highest speeds on your... Negative Select and define frames in the scanner driver, and scan! Epson scanners targeted to positive images. Some other scanners can scan color negatives (such as color transparencies and slides. Most Epson scanners that include a USB port offer the newer USB 2.0 (Hi...
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Flexibility-Epson Scan with Epson Easy Photo Fix™ Scanning Software Epson Easy Photo Fix technology is a combination of powerful elements included in the latest Epson Scan driver: Epson exclusive Onetouch Color Restoration instantly (with just one click!) restores faded and discolored photographs, slides and negatives. Epson Dust Removal instantly cleans up the slight shadows created by the individual crystal...
Flexibility-Epson Scan with Epson Easy Photo Fix™ Scanning Software Epson Easy Photo Fix technology is a combination of powerful elements included in the latest Epson Scan driver: Epson exclusive Onetouch Color Restoration instantly (with just one click!) restores faded and discolored photographs, slides and negatives. Epson Dust Removal instantly cleans up the slight shadows created by the individual crystal...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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Icons represent common scan settings. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 You can scan documents easily and quickly without preview in this mode. Flexibility-Epson Scan Epson Scan software differs slightly by scanner model. This mode then automatically crops, uses the auto-exposure settings to meet the...
Icons represent common scan settings. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 You can scan documents easily and quickly without preview in this mode. Flexibility-Epson Scan Epson Scan software differs slightly by scanner model. This mode then automatically crops, uses the auto-exposure settings to meet the...
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..., Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix, Epson Smart Panel, are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Epson America, Inc. All other products and brands are trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in digital form quickly and easily. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Scanned...
..., Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix, Epson Smart Panel, are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Epson America, Inc. All other products and brands are trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in digital form quickly and easily. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Scanned...
Product Information Guide
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...is achieved using EPSON's Micro Step Drive™ technology. 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 e-mail...) Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) (optional) Scanner Specifications Basic Specifications Scanner type Flatbed, color Photoelectric device Color EPSON MatrixCCDTM line sensor Effective pixels 27,200 × 37,440 pixels at a different voltage. Maximum interpolated resolution... 1 type for voltage information. 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 1
...is achieved using EPSON's Micro Step Drive™ technology. 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 e-mail...) Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) (optional) Scanner Specifications Basic Specifications Scanner type Flatbed, color Photoelectric device Color EPSON MatrixCCDTM line sensor Effective pixels 27,200 × 37,440 pixels at a different voltage. Maximum interpolated resolution... 1 type for voltage information. 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 1
Product Information Guide
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...% Storage: 10% to 85% Ordinary office or home conditions; Electrical Supply voltage: DC 24.0 to scan your images for many different uses. Make sure the top right corner of the photo is built into the scanner lid. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 Environmental Temperature Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 50 to 90 °F (10 to 32 °...
...% Storage: 10% to 85% Ordinary office or home conditions; Electrical Supply voltage: DC 24.0 to scan your images for many different uses. Make sure the top right corner of the photo is built into the scanner lid. EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 Environmental Temperature Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 50 to 90 °F (10 to 32 °...
Product Information Guide
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...you want . Press the button for this program for the type of scans. ❏ You can start Smart Panel by clicking the icon on your photo is scanned, the View Image screen opens. 4. Select EPSON Smart Panel, click Always use this action the first time you press...perform various types of scan you see a message the first time you press each of the buttons. 3. Note: If you are using Windows XP, you will see the following screen, select a location and file type for this program for your computer. 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 3 EPSON Perfection 3170 5. When you want...
...you want . Press the button for this program for the type of scans. ❏ You can start Smart Panel by clicking the icon on your photo is scanned, the View Image screen opens. 4. Select EPSON Smart Panel, click Always use this action the first time you press...perform various types of scan you see a message the first time you press each of the buttons. 3. Note: If you are using Windows XP, you will see the following screen, select a location and file type for this program for your computer. 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 3 EPSON Perfection 3170 5. When you want...
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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 blue when it is installed). ❏ Professional Mode for full control over scan settings, including Color Restoration. ❏ Office Mode for scanning...here to scan and print 4 - EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 If you want to use for your software to improve the color of scan settings. ❏ Home Mode for automatic control of your scan. Then select...
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 blue when it is installed). ❏ Professional Mode for full control over scan settings, including Color Restoration. ❏ Office Mode for scanning...here to scan and print 4 - EPSON Perfection 3170 8/03 If you want to use for your software to improve the color of scan settings. ❏ Home Mode for automatic control of your scan. Then select...
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... from the scanner cover and insert the film in transparency unit (film adapter). Make sure the film adapter cable is uncovered 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 5 If you need to this calibration space is connected to the scanner (see a screen similar to connect the cable, first...strips Click Color Restoration 2. Lift the scanner cover all the way up and slide the reflective document mat up and off . EPSON Perfection 3170 EPSON Scan Color Restoration is available in place. Then turn the scanner off of the scanner. Medium-format transparencies: Slide the film into the...
... from the scanner cover and insert the film in transparency unit (film adapter). Make sure the film adapter cable is uncovered 8/03 EPSON Perfection 3170 - 5 If you need to this calibration space is connected to the scanner (see a screen similar to connect the cable, first...strips Click Color Restoration 2. Lift the scanner cover all the way up and slide the reflective document mat up and off . EPSON Perfection 3170 EPSON Scan Color Restoration is available in place. Then turn the scanner off of the scanner. Medium-format transparencies: Slide the film into the...
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Start EPSON Scan and make sure the correct Document Type is ready to the unlocked position. 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 computer and turning the scanner off and then on to reset it: ❏ Make sure the transportation lock is turned to scan...
Start EPSON Scan and make sure the correct Document Type is ready to the unlocked position. 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 computer and turning the scanner off and then on to reset it: ❏ Make sure the transportation lock is turned to scan...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... 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...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... a Perfection 3490 driver will force quit during start -up . Description of Problem: When launching a Twain-compliant scanning application after deleting your Epson Scan driver with an Epson Scan uninstaller ...
... 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...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... a Perfection 3490 driver will force quit during start -up . Description of Problem: When launching a Twain-compliant scanning application after deleting your Epson Scan driver with an Epson Scan uninstaller ...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... / Image Capture / TWAIN Data Sources folder Page 2 of 2 PSB.2007.04.001 If upgrading from a Power PC-based Epson Scan driver to uninstall the Epson Scan driver. ! Use the driver specifically written for your scanner model to a Universal Binary driver, first delete the Power PC driver ... the Universal Binary 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 scanner model. If you have been deleted. ! Correct Procedure for each scanner to uninstall...
... / Image Capture / TWAIN Data Sources folder Page 2 of 2 PSB.2007.04.001 If upgrading from a Power PC-based Epson Scan driver to uninstall the Epson Scan driver. ! Use the driver specifically written for your scanner model to a Universal Binary driver, first delete the Power PC driver ... the Universal Binary 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 scanner model. If you have been deleted. ! Correct Procedure for each scanner to uninstall...
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... running and the customer tries to a computer running . The customer also has an older scanning application that can occur in Classic. The table below shows a Classic compatibility list for the Epson Perfection 1670 and 3170 series scanners. Scanner Model Perfection 1670 Perfection 3170 Epson Scan Version 1.24A/1.28A 1.24A/1.28A MAC OS X 10.2.8 With Classic Running OK OK MAC...
... running and the customer tries to a computer running . The customer also has an older scanning application that can occur in Classic. The table below shows a Classic compatibility list for the Epson Perfection 1670 and 3170 series scanners. Scanner Model Perfection 1670 Perfection 3170 Epson Scan Version 1.24A/1.28A 1.24A/1.28A MAC OS X 10.2.8 With Classic Running OK OK MAC...