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...W maximum with TET (Text Enhancement Technology) enabled Interface: Bidirectional parallel and SCSI Light source: Xegas cold cathode fluorescent lamp Reliability: Main unit MCBF: 100,800 cycles of the document table. EPSON Expression 836XL Command level: ESC/I-B8 (BG+Focus Control) Scanning speed (A3.../portrait at 800 dpi, 100% Maximum document size: scanning resolution: 12.2 inches x 17.2 inches (310 mm x 437 mm); connector \AC inlet Scanner Specifications Scanner type: Flatbed, color ...
...W maximum with TET (Text Enhancement Technology) enabled Interface: Bidirectional parallel and SCSI Light source: Xegas cold cathode fluorescent lamp Reliability: Main unit MCBF: 100,800 cycles of the document table. EPSON Expression 836XL Command level: ESC/I-B8 (BG+Focus Control) Scanning speed (A3.../portrait at 800 dpi, 100% Maximum document size: scanning resolution: 12.2 inches x 17.2 inches (310 mm x 437 mm); connector \AC inlet Scanner Specifications Scanner type: Flatbed, color ...
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... Internal terminator selectable Connector pin arrangement: 25 \ /' Parallel Interface Specifications Interface type: Data format: Synchronization: Handshaking: Logic level: Connector type: Connector pin arrangement: 16 Bidirectional parallel interface 8-bit parallel By external strobe pulse By ACKNLG and BUSY signals Input/... returns to 85%, without condensation Ordinary office or home conditions. EPSON Expression 836XL Humidity: Operation: 10% to 80%, without condensation Storage: 10% to the home position (rear of the scanner). Not used I Dire&m7 50 26 SCSI pin assignments: 44...
... Internal terminator selectable Connector pin arrangement: 25 \ /' Parallel Interface Specifications Interface type: Data format: Synchronization: Handshaking: Logic level: Connector type: Connector pin arrangement: 16 Bidirectional parallel interface 8-bit parallel By external strobe pulse By ACKNLG and BUSY signals Input/... returns to 85%, without condensation Ordinary office or home conditions. EPSON Expression 836XL Humidity: Operation: 10% to 80%, without condensation Storage: 10% to the home position (rear of the scanner). Not used I Dire&m7 50 26 SCSI pin assignments: 44...
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... paper). ripped, curled, or bent paper; then push the RESET button. The ADF replaces the scanner cover but still allows scanning of error. catalog paper; EPSON Expression 836XL Problems and Solutions Some problems you do not need to the computer. Also see the documentation that ...scanner received incorrect commands from the bottom; The scanner returns to be replaced. 0 The scanner is not properly connected to reset the scanner. Normally you may have while using the scanner may involve the operation of your software and computer, such as: Cl Incorrect setup of the parallel...
... paper). ripped, curled, or bent paper; then push the RESET button. The ADF replaces the scanner cover but still allows scanning of error. catalog paper; EPSON Expression 836XL Problems and Solutions Some problems you do not need to the computer. Also see the documentation that ...scanner received incorrect commands from the bottom; The scanner returns to be replaced. 0 The scanner is not properly connected to reset the scanner. Normally you may have while using the scanner may involve the operation of your software and computer, such as: Cl Incorrect setup of the parallel...
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5 Specifications Scanner Specifications Scanning Supported Documents Electrical Environmental Safety Approvals Parallel Interface SCSI Interface Initialization Methods Auto Document Feeder Specifications Basic Specifications Documents Supported Electrical Environmental Safety Approvals Contents 99 100 100 102 102 103 103 104 106 109 110 110 111 112 113 113 Page 9
5 Specifications Scanner Specifications Scanning Supported Documents Electrical Environmental Safety Approvals Parallel Interface SCSI Interface Initialization Methods Auto Document Feeder Specifications Basic Specifications Documents Supported Electrical Environmental Safety Approvals Contents 99 100 100 102 102 103 103 104 106 109 110 110 111 112 113 113 Page 9
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Three resident interfaces: one bidirectional parallel and two SCSI. With these interfaces, you can connect multiple computers to the scanner at the same time. Software control of all scanner functions. Introduction Page 12
Three resident interfaces: one bidirectional parallel and two SCSI. With these interfaces, you can connect multiple computers to the scanner at the same time. Software control of all scanner functions. Introduction Page 12
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...documents. Maintaining and Transporting Your Scanner gives tips on caring for your scanner and preparing it for installing and using the optional transparency unit and auto document feeder. compatible computer and provides parallel connection between the scanner and computer. How to ...must be purchased separately. Introduction Bidirectional Parallel Interface Board (B80818*) This board installs in the manual that comes with the board. Page 14 Troubleshooting provides solutions to Use This Manual Scanner Basics describes the scanner's lights and buttons, and gives ...
...documents. Maintaining and Transporting Your Scanner gives tips on caring for your scanner and preparing it for installing and using the optional transparency unit and auto document feeder. compatible computer and provides parallel connection between the scanner and computer. How to ...must be purchased separately. Introduction Bidirectional Parallel Interface Board (B80818*) This board installs in the manual that comes with the board. Page 14 Troubleshooting provides solutions to Use This Manual Scanner Basics describes the scanner's lights and buttons, and gives ...
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SCSI interface connections terminator switch parallel interface connection SCSI ID dial option interface connection AC plug connection Scanner Basics Page 22
SCSI interface connections terminator switch parallel interface connection SCSI ID dial option interface connection AC plug connection Scanner Basics Page 22
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... type of error. See Diagnosing Problems for details. Caution: Pressing the RESET button during a scan stops the scanner and may not work if two computers are connected to the scanner and a computer using the bidirectional parallel interface is not turned on and off. ERROR light On Flashing Flashing Off READY light On Off...
... type of error. See Diagnosing Problems for details. Caution: Pressing the RESET button during a scan stops the scanner and may not work if two computers are connected to the scanner and a computer using the bidirectional parallel interface is not turned on and off. ERROR light On Flashing Flashing Off READY light On Off...
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4 Troubleshooting This chapter helps you solve scanner problems in these sections: Diagnosing Problems Upgrading Your System Problems and Solutions Using the Document Guide Diagnosing Problems Some problems you may have can involve your software or computer, such as: Incorrect setup of the parallel or SCSI interface Inappropriate selection of the scanner functions Incorrect setup of your computer or software Page 73
4 Troubleshooting This chapter helps you solve scanner problems in these sections: Diagnosing Problems Upgrading Your System Problems and Solutions Using the Document Guide Diagnosing Problems Some problems you may have can involve your software or computer, such as: Incorrect setup of the parallel or SCSI interface Inappropriate selection of the scanner functions Incorrect setup of your computer or software Page 73
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... scanning (R, G, B) 50% to 200% in 1% increments 12 bits input (optical density of 3.3); 8 or 12 bits output 7 levels Fixed threshold with Text Enhancement Technology enabled Bidirectional parallel and SCSI Xenon cold cathode fluorescent lamp Main unit MCBF: 100,000 cycles of carriage movements Width: Depth: Height: 25.8 inches (656 mm) 18.0 inches...
... scanning (R, G, B) 50% to 200% in 1% increments 12 bits input (optical density of 3.3); 8 or 12 bits output 7 levels Fixed threshold with Text Enhancement Technology enabled Bidirectional parallel and SCSI Xenon cold cathode fluorescent lamp Main unit MCBF: 100,000 cycles of carriage movements Width: Depth: Height: 25.8 inches (656 mm) 18.0 inches...
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Parallel Interface Interface type Data format Synchronization Handshaking Logic level Connector type Connector pin arrangement Bidirectional parallel interface 8-bit parallel External strobe pulse ACKNLG and BUSY signals Input/output data and interface control signals are TTL compatible 36-pin Centronics® type connector 18 1 36 Specifications 19 Page 104
Parallel Interface Interface type Data format Synchronization Handshaking Logic level Connector type Connector pin arrangement Bidirectional parallel interface 8-bit parallel External strobe pulse ACKNLG and BUSY signals Input/output data and interface control signals are TTL compatible 36-pin Centronics® type connector 18 1 36 Specifications 19 Page 104
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NC - GND - DIR I NC - GND - GND - The pulse width at the receiving terminal must be longer than 50 µs. GND - INIT I Description Data strobe pulse 8-bit data bus Acknowledge symbol Scanner busy signal Not used Ground Not used Ground Frame ground Not used Direction Specifications Page 105 NC - C_GND - Parallel pin assignments: Pin No. 1 2-9 10 11 12 13 14-15 16 17 18 19-30 31 32 33 34, 35 36 Signal I/O STROBE I DATA 0-7 I/O ACKNLG O BUSY O NC - Not used Ground Not used Ground Scanner reset signal. NC -
NC - GND - DIR I NC - GND - GND - The pulse width at the receiving terminal must be longer than 50 µs. GND - INIT I Description Data strobe pulse 8-bit data bus Acknowledge symbol Scanner busy signal Not used Ground Not used Ground Frame ground Not used Direction Specifications Page 105 NC - C_GND - Parallel pin assignments: Pin No. 1 2-9 10 11 12 13 14-15 16 17 18 19-30 31 32 33 34, 35 36 Signal I/O STROBE I DATA 0-7 I/O ACKNLG O BUSY O NC - Not used Ground Not used Ground Scanner reset signal. NC -
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When software sends the ESC @ (initialize the scanner) command. Initialization Methods The scanner can be initialized (returned to a fixed set of conditions) in the following ways: Type Method Hardware initialization When the scanner is turned on. When the scanner receives an INIT signal from the SCSI interface. Specifications Page 109 When the scanner receives a SCSI Bus Device Message. Software initialization When the scanner receives a SCSI Reset signal from the parallel interface: pin 31 goes LOW.
When software sends the ESC @ (initialize the scanner) command. Initialization Methods The scanner can be initialized (returned to a fixed set of conditions) in the following ways: Type Method Hardware initialization When the scanner is turned on. When the scanner receives an INIT signal from the SCSI interface. Specifications Page 109 When the scanner receives a SCSI Bus Device Message. Software initialization When the scanner receives a SCSI Reset signal from the parallel interface: pin 31 goes LOW.
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...97 to 98 using, 86 to 98 Document position, 80 to 82 E Electrical specifications auto document feeder, 112 scanner, 102 transparency unit, 115 Environmental specifications auto document feeder, 113 scanner, 103 transparency unit, 115 EPSON TWAIN Pro, 26, 51, 53, 61, 84, 86, 90 to 94 ERROR light, 23 to 24... 46 unpacking, 30 using, 40 to 49 Fluorescent lamp, replacing, 71 G Guide pin, 36, 87 H Home position scanner, 72 transparency unit, 32 I Image matching problems, 84 to 85 Initialization, scanner, 109 Interface parallel, 12, 14, 22, 104 to 105 problems, 79 SCSI, 12, 13, 22, 106 to 108 Page 117
...97 to 98 using, 86 to 98 Document position, 80 to 82 E Electrical specifications auto document feeder, 112 scanner, 102 transparency unit, 115 Environmental specifications auto document feeder, 113 scanner, 103 transparency unit, 115 EPSON TWAIN Pro, 26, 51, 53, 61, 84, 86, 90 to 94 ERROR light, 23 to 24... 46 unpacking, 30 using, 40 to 49 Fluorescent lamp, replacing, 71 G Guide pin, 36, 87 H Home position scanner, 72 transparency unit, 32 I Image matching problems, 84 to 85 Initialization, scanner, 109 Interface parallel, 12, 14, 22, 104 to 105 problems, 79 SCSI, 12, 13, 22, 106 to 108 Page 117
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... 68 list of, 13 transparency unit, 29 to 52 using, 28 to 68 Oversized documents, 27 Oversized film, 39 P Paper jams, fixing, 64 to 66 Parallel interface, 12, 14, 22, 104 to 105 Printer problems, 82 Problems diagnosing, 73 to 75 image matching, 84 to 85 operation, 78 to 79 scan...
... 68 list of, 13 transparency unit, 29 to 52 using, 28 to 68 Oversized documents, 27 Oversized film, 39 P Paper jams, fixing, 64 to 66 Parallel interface, 12, 14, 22, 104 to 105 Printer problems, 82 Problems diagnosing, 73 to 75 image matching, 84 to 85 operation, 78 to 79 scan...
User Setup Information
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... that came with your electronic EPSON Expression 836XL User's Guide. 4. Plug in . 3. The scanner is off . Squeeze the lock releases on the lock connector end of the SCSI cable and plug the cable into either SCSI connector on SCSI connections, see your scanner. 2. If you can also connect the scanner to the scanner's parallel interface. Do not use...
... that came with your electronic EPSON Expression 836XL User's Guide. 4. Plug in . 3. The scanner is off . Squeeze the lock releases on the lock connector end of the SCSI cable and plug the cable into either SCSI connector on SCSI connections, see your scanner. 2. If you can also connect the scanner to the scanner's parallel interface. Do not use...
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... the next screen, click Next to calibrate the scanner to which you 've changed the SCSI ID, select the new ID in the EPSON TWAIN Pro Setup window. After a moment, the scanned image appears in the Port Id listbox. If you're using the parallel interface, select one of horizontal gray stripes appear...
... the next screen, click Next to calibrate the scanner to which you 've changed the SCSI ID, select the new ID in the EPSON TWAIN Pro Setup window. After a moment, the scanned image appears in the Port Id listbox. If you're using the parallel interface, select one of horizontal gray stripes appear...