Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... type of focus system, the lens is referred to 4.0). The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use a fixed focus system, AutoFocus optics system, or a Dual-Focus mechanism. 1. AutoFocus optics system: Epson highest-end graphic Epson automatic/manual focus arts scanners use an AutoFocus optics system that a scanner can perceive (on a scale of 3.0 to as slides, transparencies, and...
... type of focus system, the lens is referred to 4.0). The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use a fixed focus system, AutoFocus optics system, or a Dual-Focus mechanism. 1. AutoFocus optics system: Epson highest-end graphic Epson automatic/manual focus arts scanners use an AutoFocus optics system that a scanner can perceive (on a scale of 3.0 to as slides, transparencies, and...
Product Brochure
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...) EPSON Perfection 1640SU PHOTO EPSON Perfection 1640SU OFFICE EPSON Perfection 1640SU RAZOR SHARP DETAIL, CUTTING EDGE PERFORMANCE Truly phenomenal detail at a premium value. the highest in three different models, it's the perfect fit, whatever your needs may be: • Ideal for scanning photos, text, and graphics, the EPSON Perfection 1640SU includes powerful software applications for an EPSON Stylus® Photo printer. The perfect alternative to expensive, high-end scanners...
...) EPSON Perfection 1640SU PHOTO EPSON Perfection 1640SU OFFICE EPSON Perfection 1640SU RAZOR SHARP DETAIL, CUTTING EDGE PERFORMANCE Truly phenomenal detail at a premium value. the highest in three different models, it's the perfect fit, whatever your needs may be: • Ideal for scanning photos, text, and graphics, the EPSON Perfection 1640SU includes powerful software applications for an EPSON Stylus® Photo printer. The perfect alternative to expensive, high-end scanners...
Product Information Guide
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...) 0.0028 to 0.0063 inch (0.07 to send photos or documents. Click the icon for EPSON Smart Panel. (3621 3HUIH.WLRQ 68 Place your computer. 3. Automatically scans your image and then opens it in your scanner to 0.16 mm) High-quality paper, bond paper...to 140 °F (-20 to 60 °C) Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 20% to 80% Storage: 10% to make sure your electronic manual for your document or photo: 1. (3621 3HUIH.WLRQ 68 Basic Specifications Dimensions Width: 12.6 inches (319 mm) Depth: 20 (508 mm) Height: 5.4 inches (...
...) 0.0028 to 0.0063 inch (0.07 to send photos or documents. Click the icon for EPSON Smart Panel. (3621 3HUIH.WLRQ 68 Place your computer. 3. Automatically scans your image and then opens it in your scanner to 0.16 mm) High-quality paper, bond paper...to 140 °F (-20 to 60 °C) Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 20% to 80% Storage: 10% to make sure your electronic manual for your document or photo: 1. (3621 3HUIH.WLRQ 68 Basic Specifications Dimensions Width: 12.6 inches (319 mm) Depth: 20 (508 mm) Height: 5.4 inches (...
Product Information Guide
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... guide Related Documentation CPD-10858 TM-PERF1640 PL-PERF1640 PL-PERF1640P PL-PERF1640O PL-B813172 PL-B813222 EPSON Perfection 1640SU Scanner Basics Reference Guide (HTML) EPSON Smart Panel User's Manual (pdf) EPSON Perfection 1640SU Service Manual EPSON Perfection 1640SU Parts List EPSON Perfection 1640SU PHOTO Parts List EPSON Perfection 1640SU OFFICE Parts List Parts List for optional Transparency Unit Parts List for optional Auto Document Feeder (3621 3HUIH.WLRQ 68...
... guide Related Documentation CPD-10858 TM-PERF1640 PL-PERF1640 PL-PERF1640P PL-PERF1640O PL-B813172 PL-B813222 EPSON Perfection 1640SU Scanner Basics Reference Guide (HTML) EPSON Smart Panel User's Manual (pdf) EPSON Perfection 1640SU Service Manual EPSON Perfection 1640SU Parts List EPSON Perfection 1640SU PHOTO Parts List EPSON Perfection 1640SU OFFICE Parts List Parts List for optional Transparency Unit Parts List for optional Auto Document Feeder (3621 3HUIH.WLRQ 68...
Scanner Basics
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... Running Windows 95 . . . If You're Using a Macintosh . . . Install the Scanner and Bonus Software Viewing Your Electronic Manuals Viewing Your HTML Reference Guide Viewing Your EPSON Smart Panel PDF Manual BASIC SCANNING Placing Your Original Document Using EPSON Smart Panel Setting Up the Start Button in EPSON Smart Panel 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 8 12 15 17 19 22 22 25...
... Running Windows 95 . . . If You're Using a Macintosh . . . Install the Scanner and Bonus Software Viewing Your Electronic Manuals Viewing Your HTML Reference Guide Viewing Your EPSON Smart Panel PDF Manual BASIC SCANNING Placing Your Original Document Using EPSON Smart Panel Setting Up the Start Button in EPSON Smart Panel 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 8 12 15 17 19 22 22 25...
Scanner Basics
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... Document Feeder Loading Paper into the Auto Document Feeder Selecting Settings Loading Documents Manually SCANNER MAINTENANCE Transporting the Scanner Cleaning the Scanner PROBLEM SOLVING Scanner Light and Buttons Problems and Solutions Setup Problems Scanner Problems Software Problems Scanning Problems Where To Get Help EPSON Technical Support Bonus Software Technical Support REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES System Requirements Windows Macintosh...
... Document Feeder Loading Paper into the Auto Document Feeder Selecting Settings Loading Documents Manually SCANNER MAINTENANCE Transporting the Scanner Cleaning the Scanner PROBLEM SOLVING Scanner Light and Buttons Problems and Solutions Setup Problems Scanner Problems Software Problems Scanning Problems Where To Get Help EPSON Technical Support Bonus Software Technical Support REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES System Requirements Windows Macintosh...
Scanner Basics
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About Your Documentation This guide includes instructions for viewing your electronic manual. It also includes instructions for setting up your scanner. Tips contain hints for great scanning. 2 A Complete Scanning Solution For details on using the scanner software, see your equipment. Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you read your documentation: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your electronic Reference Guide. Notes contain important information about your scanner, scanning tips, and troubleshooting advice.
About Your Documentation This guide includes instructions for viewing your electronic manual. It also includes instructions for setting up your scanner. Tips contain hints for great scanning. 2 A Complete Scanning Solution For details on using the scanner software, see your equipment. Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you read your documentation: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your electronic Reference Guide. Notes contain important information about your scanner, scanning tips, and troubleshooting advice.
Scanner Basics
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Connect the scanner to your scanner. Install the EPSON TWAIN driver. 5. Your EPSON Perfection 1640SU comes with driver, electronic manuals, scanner software, and bonus software The EPSON Perfection 1640SU and EPSON Perfection 1640SU PHOTO scanners include three CD-ROMs. The EPSON Perfection 1640SU OFFICE scanner includes two CD-ROMs. Setting Up Your Scanner 3 Unpack Your Scanner Remove the scanner from the box, then remove the packing material from your computer. 4. Install the software and...
Connect the scanner to your scanner. Install the EPSON TWAIN driver. 5. Your EPSON Perfection 1640SU comes with driver, electronic manuals, scanner software, and bonus software The EPSON Perfection 1640SU and EPSON Perfection 1640SU PHOTO scanners include three CD-ROMs. The EPSON Perfection 1640SU OFFICE scanner includes two CD-ROMs. Setting Up Your Scanner 3 Unpack Your Scanner Remove the scanner from the box, then remove the packing material from your computer. 4. Install the software and...
Scanner Basics
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... you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. 22 Setting Up Your Scanner If the application requires a restart, go to the Main Menu screen on your electronic manuals-just go back to step 11 after restarting to install another application to install or click Back to... return to the application's install screen. Viewing Your HTML Reference Guide Your scanner software CD-ROM includes an electronic Reference Guide for your computer now. The manual is for the application you selected (the example shown is in HTML format, so you should ...
... you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. 22 Setting Up Your Scanner If the application requires a restart, go to the Main Menu screen on your electronic manuals-just go back to step 11 after restarting to install another application to install or click Back to... return to the application's install screen. Viewing Your HTML Reference Guide Your scanner software CD-ROM includes an electronic Reference Guide for your computer now. The manual is for the application you selected (the example shown is in HTML format, so you should ...
Scanner Basics
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Macintosh: Open the EPSON PERFECTION 1640SU folder and double-click View Reference Guide. Closed lists, click to expand Click to go to topic If you see this screen: Click here to ... first open the Reference Guide, you see section below. You can either view the manual from the CD-ROM (View Reference Guide) or copy the manual to load the graphic. 24 Setting Up Your Scanner 5. If you copied the manual to your Reference Guide in Netscape Navigator, click the Reload button to your hard...
Macintosh: Open the EPSON PERFECTION 1640SU folder and double-click View Reference Guide. Closed lists, click to expand Click to go to topic If you see this screen: Click here to ... first open the Reference Guide, you see section below. You can either view the manual from the CD-ROM (View Reference Guide) or copy the manual to load the graphic. 24 Setting Up Your Scanner 5. If you copied the manual to your Reference Guide in Netscape Navigator, click the Reload button to your hard...
Scanner Basics
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...into a pointing hand, the topic is available. On a Macintosh, open an electronic manual, you'll see if an electronic manual is hot-you open the EPSON Smart Panel for Scanner folder and double-click SMART PANEL for Scanner User's Manual. s Use the bookmark section on your cursor over it. If you already have... page next page first page last page show bookmarks and page With Acrobat Reader, you can install it by clicking Start, Programs, EPSON Smart Panel for Scanner, then EPSON Smart Panel for Scanner Manual. Some manuals only have several ways to it from the CD-ROM.
...into a pointing hand, the topic is available. On a Macintosh, open an electronic manual, you'll see if an electronic manual is hot-you open the EPSON Smart Panel for Scanner folder and double-click SMART PANEL for Scanner User's Manual. s Use the bookmark section on your cursor over it. If you already have... page next page first page last page show bookmarks and page With Acrobat Reader, you can install it by clicking Start, Programs, EPSON Smart Panel for Scanner, then EPSON Smart Panel for Scanner Manual. Some manuals only have several ways to it from the CD-ROM.
Scanner Basics
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s Use the arrow buttons in the toolbar or the vertical scroll bar on the right side of the document to move through a manual. (The box to the left of the scroll bar displays the current page number.) For more information, see your Acrobat Reader online guide. 26 Setting Up Your Scanner
s Use the arrow buttons in the toolbar or the vertical scroll bar on the right side of the document to move through a manual. (The box to the left of the scroll bar displays the current page number.) For more information, see your Acrobat Reader online guide. 26 Setting Up Your Scanner
Scanner Basics
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...to an e-mail message. Open the EPSON Smart Panel: In Windows, click the Smart Panel icon on your scans: s Select the document type for EPSON Smart Panel. A screen appears showing... to OCR, and Photo Print. Click Apply and then click Finish. Scanning Projects The following : 6. Select the document settings for your system. s Select a destination setting. The scanner scans your file in...Images or Enable Auto Document Feeder boxes if you select RTF, your file(s). You see your electronic manual for your source image. it is saved as an image in the JPEG format, you save ...
...to an e-mail message. Open the EPSON Smart Panel: In Windows, click the Smart Panel icon on your scans: s Select the document type for EPSON Smart Panel. A screen appears showing... to OCR, and Photo Print. Click Apply and then click Finish. Scanning Projects The following : 6. Select the document settings for your system. s Select a destination setting. The scanner scans your file in...Images or Enable Auto Document Feeder boxes if you select RTF, your file(s). You see your electronic manual for your source image. it is saved as an image in the JPEG format, you save ...
Scanner Basics
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... application, see page 22). Your EPSON Perfection 1640SU scanner comes with EPSON TWAIN 37 The electronic Reference Guide on your scanner software. Advanced Scanning with the EPSON TWAIN 5 driver. Scanning with most graphics programs, such as the source in your application, you need to use the EPSON TWAIN driver (see its electronic manual or online help. Since Adobe PhotoDeluxe...
... application, see page 22). Your EPSON Perfection 1640SU scanner comes with EPSON TWAIN 37 The electronic Reference Guide on your scanner software. Advanced Scanning with the EPSON TWAIN 5 driver. Scanning with most graphics programs, such as the source in your application, you need to use the EPSON TWAIN driver (see its electronic manual or online help. Since Adobe PhotoDeluxe...
Scanner Basics
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...Acquire (Macintosh). Then restart the computer. 2. To scan in manual mode and adjust your computer and scanner, and then turn the scanner back on. Follow these steps: 1. If you want, you can start EPSON TWAIN, you see the EPSON TWAIN driver when you 're scanning and automatically chooses the ... from your application. It detects what type of document you try to recognize the scanner, you won't see the Automatic Scanning window. Using EPSON TWAIN Once EPSON TWAIN 5 is selected, you can let the TWAIN driver automatically scan your document. In addition, an error message ...
...Acquire (Macintosh). Then restart the computer. 2. To scan in manual mode and adjust your computer and scanner, and then turn the scanner back on. Follow these steps: 1. If you want, you can start EPSON TWAIN, you see the EPSON TWAIN driver when you 're scanning and automatically chooses the ... from your application. It detects what type of document you try to recognize the scanner, you won't see the Automatic Scanning window. Using EPSON TWAIN Once EPSON TWAIN 5 is selected, you can let the TWAIN driver automatically scan your document. In addition, an error message ...
Scanner Basics
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... you are no SCSI ID conflicts. s Make sure you still see "Enabling Scanner Monitoring" in your electronic Reference Guide). s Make sure your scanner. The scanner doesn't scan your scanner source setting. The scanner lid seems "loose." You see "Enabling Scanner Monitoring" in your Reference Guide. If you selected EPSON TWAIN 5 as your image. s If you to the...
... you are no SCSI ID conflicts. s Make sure you still see "Enabling Scanner Monitoring" in your electronic Reference Guide). s Make sure your scanner. The scanner doesn't scan your scanner source setting. The scanner lid seems "loose." You see "Enabling Scanner Monitoring" in your Reference Guide. If you selected EPSON TWAIN 5 as your image. s If you to the...
Scanner Basics
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...Make sure your computer meets the system requirements listed on page 75, and supports the software applications you aren't using EPSON Smart Panel, check your scanner source setting in your computer may not have enough memory to close the window. 4. Click the Remove button. Problem... and computer manuals.) If you are no SCSI ID conflicts. If you're running other software at the same time, using . If all else fails, uninstall your software. Restart your scanner software installation. The scanner software doesn't work . On the Devices tab, select EPSON Perfection 1640. 3....
...Make sure your computer meets the system requirements listed on page 75, and supports the software applications you aren't using EPSON Smart Panel, check your scanner source setting in your computer may not have enough memory to close the window. 4. Click the Remove button. Problem... and computer manuals.) If you are no SCSI ID conflicts. If you're running other software at the same time, using . If all else fails, uninstall your software. Restart your scanner software installation. The scanner software doesn't work . On the Devices tab, select EPSON Perfection 1640. 3....
Scanner Basics
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..., make sure they are importing an image file into your software can read. A line of the document with the document table. See your scanner software. Try different combinations of the image. The image on your ink or toner cartridge. s Make sure your image type. s Because your...the scanned image. the correct color by adjusting the marquee or frame border and then adjusting the exposure. s Try increasing your printer manual.) Change the position of the image may be in contact with opaque paper to represent colors, your printed colors cannot exactly match the...
..., make sure they are importing an image file into your software can read. A line of the document with the document table. See your scanner software. Try different combinations of the image. The image on your ink or toner cartridge. s Make sure your image type. s Because your...the scanned image. the correct color by adjusting the marquee or frame border and then adjusting the exposure. s Try increasing your printer manual.) Change the position of the image may be in contact with opaque paper to represent colors, your printed colors cannot exactly match the...
Scanner Basics
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... (EPSON Perfection 1640SU) s product serial number (located on the back of the scanner) s proof of purchase (such as the password. To speak to a technical support representative, dial (562) 276-4382 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to http://support.epson.com and complete the form under the troubleshooting tab, as product brochures and user manuals, and...
... (EPSON Perfection 1640SU) s product serial number (located on the back of the scanner) s proof of purchase (such as the password. To speak to a technical support representative, dial (562) 276-4382 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to http://support.epson.com and complete the form under the troubleshooting tab, as product brochures and user manuals, and...
Scanner Basics
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... problems, 69 to 70 Brownie size film, loading, 48 Buttons, 61 C Calibration screen Macintosh, 18 Windows, 11, 15, 17 Calibration window, 47 Cleaning the scanner, 60 Connecting the scanner to your computer SCSI, 7 to 8 USB, 6 to 7 Correcting color, 69 to 70 Cover, removing, 36 Crooked scans, 69, 72 D Dark images, 69 to... Documentation, how to use, 2, 22 to 26 Dots in image, 70 to 71 Dust and image quality, 56 E Electronic manuals, 22 to 26 E-mail, scanning to, 31 to 32 ENERGY STAR, 79 EPSON help, 73 to 74 Store, 45, 53, 74 F Faint image, 67 File size, 67 Film holder 35 mm film...
... problems, 69 to 70 Brownie size film, loading, 48 Buttons, 61 C Calibration screen Macintosh, 18 Windows, 11, 15, 17 Calibration window, 47 Cleaning the scanner, 60 Connecting the scanner to your computer SCSI, 7 to 8 USB, 6 to 7 Correcting color, 69 to 70 Cover, removing, 36 Crooked scans, 69, 72 D Dark images, 69 to... Documentation, how to use, 2, 22 to 26 Dots in image, 70 to 71 Dust and image quality, 56 E Electronic manuals, 22 to 26 E-mail, scanning to, 31 to 32 ENERGY STAR, 79 EPSON help, 73 to 74 Store, 45, 53, 74 F Faint image, 67 File size, 67 Film holder 35 mm film...