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Question posted by johnfox37 on April 30th, 2021

Transparency Unit Requires Force To Opens And Close And Won't Close All The Way

Transparency unit requires force to open and close the lid, and lid won't close all the way. Is there a solution to this problem?

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on May 1st, 2021 6:01 AM
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The Transparency Unit may be damaged. You'll need to consult Epson: use the contact information at https:/epson/www.contacthelp.com//customer-service.


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Answer #2: Posted by Odin on May 10th, 2021 6:25 AM
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The correct link is to https://www.contacthelp.com/Epson/customer-service. Sorry about the typo.

Note also that Epson's level 1 technicians are often ill-equipped; my advice is to be prepared to ask promptly and firmly for a level 2 technician if it seems you're getting nowhere.






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Product Brochure - Page 1

..., and sharp shadow detail, this durable unit is the perfect input/output solution. * Optional transparency unit required. provides enhanced highlights and subtle shadow detail from reflective media up to feature, 48-bit color and a 3.6 Dmax. EPSON® EPSON Expression® 1680 Color Flatbed Scanner The remarkable 1600 dpi, 48-bit scanner for phenomenal results every time. When...
Product Brochure - Page 2

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Product Information Guide - Page 5

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Product Information Guide - Page 6

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... Expression 1680 ...scanner software scans the image and opens...Problems? First, check the lights on the scanner glass. Flashing red Make sure that EPSON Scan cannot be trademarks of optional accessories, including a transparency unit for scanning film and slides, an automatic document feeder for scanning multi-page documents, and an IEEE-1394 FireWire® card for FireWire connectivity. Close...
Start Here Card - Page 3

.... Continue with the instructions under "Install the Transparency Unit." The EPSON Product Registration screen appears. Note: LaserSoft SilverFast requires Mac OS 9.2 or later. 3 Install the Transparency Unit Before you see a message to close the transparency unit. STOP: Be sure to install your Start Here sheet for details. 2 Remove the scanner cover by grasping the back of the cover...
Start Here Card - Page 4

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User Manual (w/EPSON Scan software) - Page 28

... installation screws that came with the transparency unit into the screw holes, then tighten the screws with the screw holes at the back of the scanner. 6. See "Using EPSON Scan" on page 6 for scanning instructions. 22 Using Optional Equipment Connect the transparency unit cable to the OPTION connector at the back of the scanner. 5. Gently close the transparency unit. 8.
User Manual (w/EPSON Scan software) - Page 29

...transparency unit is installed (see page 27), be unable to scan 35mm slides, strips of the strip holders. 2. Using Optional Equipment 23 L400 16 Insert a filmstrip in use the four film guides that came with the guide posts on the holder. 3. If the reflective document mat is completely closed... with the transparency unit to scan. Keep it in the transparency unit's storage slot...
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...transparency unit. Scan your Document Type. Open the transparency unit. For safe keeping, always store it . 3. Using Optional Equipment 27 Place your document face down on the transparency unit. To remove the reflective document mat, slide it from the transparency unit... close the transparency unit. 5. If you 're scanning in the transparency unit's storage slot. Storage slot 4....
User Manual (w/EPSON Scan software) - Page 50

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... book in the order listed below. 1. Connect the scanner to your scanner driver needs to be installed. If you have a Macintosh, you may prefer to install the scanner software before you install the software, you 're installing a transparency unit, an automatic document feeder, or an IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card, see a message that your computer.
User Manual (w/EPSON TWAIN software) - Page 49

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User Manual (w/EPSON TWAIN software) - Page 56

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User Manual (w/EPSON TWAIN software) - Page 63

... order the transparency unit. 2. top corner of the EPSON Expression 1680, the transparency unit came with ...Artist or Special Edition models, you need to move the document. If you're scanning a transparency, the optional transparency unit should be installed. (See "Installing the Transparency Unit" on the document table. Raise the scanner cover and place your scanner. Close...
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