Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...excellence with the highest quality components in upcoming sections of pixels read by the scanner. monochrome CCD The Epson Expression® and GT series scanners are Epson's professional series scanners designed for high quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic...measured in a variety of data per inch. 2. For example, a scanner can be scanned, and converts it double-steps the carriage to Digital converter (ADC); The Epson Perfection® series scanners are designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. This technical brief ...
...excellence with the highest quality components in upcoming sections of pixels read by the scanner. monochrome CCD The Epson Expression® and GT series scanners are Epson's professional series scanners designed for high quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic...measured in a variety of data per inch. 2. For example, a scanner can be scanned, and converts it double-steps the carriage to Digital converter (ADC); The Epson Perfection® series scanners are designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. This technical brief ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...uses interpolation to capture and print the sharp lines and edges of colors recognized for each different scan mode. For example, if a scanner has a hardware resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi, and a maximum resolution of data captured for each picture element (pixel). therefore ...the number of colors or gray scales that a scanner can have to interpolate image data to an image based on the mathematical probability of images without using interpolation. Therefore, high resolution ...
...uses interpolation to capture and print the sharp lines and edges of colors recognized for each different scan mode. For example, if a scanner has a hardware resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi, and a maximum resolution of data captured for each picture element (pixel). therefore ...the number of colors or gray scales that a scanner can have to interpolate image data to an image based on the mathematical probability of images without using interpolation. Therefore, high resolution ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... capture 48-bit capture 24-bit transfer 48-bit transfer Image quality Because the scanner captures data that is sent from the scanner to the computer. 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 ... With a 48-bit image file, you always have a 42-bit or 48-bit color depth. Image Quality-Pixel depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have access to full image data, which is especially important to graphic artists and designers. but "downsamples" an image to 24-bits, keeping the ...
... capture 48-bit capture 24-bit transfer 48-bit transfer Image quality Because the scanner captures data that is sent from the scanner to the computer. 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 ... With a 48-bit image file, you always have a 42-bit or 48-bit color depth. Image Quality-Pixel depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have access to full image data, which is especially important to graphic artists and designers. but "downsamples" an image to 24-bits, keeping the ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... to achieve subscan resolutions that are double or quadruple the scanner's optical resolution. Epson advantages are designed specifically to work with Epson technology and the scanner's CCD. Optics: Epson scanners use a precise scan carriage with : Smooth gradations Accurate... Sharp image quality without distortion 1. Hardware components: Epson scanners use custom lenses that match the CCD. Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System (cont.) Through a combination of a scan. Additionally, Epson scanners capture Red, Green, and Blue simultaneously, versus plastic...
... to achieve subscan resolutions that are double or quadruple the scanner's optical resolution. Epson advantages are designed specifically to work with Epson technology and the scanner's CCD. Optics: Epson scanners use a precise scan carriage with : Smooth gradations Accurate... Sharp image quality without distortion 1. Hardware components: Epson scanners use custom lenses that match the CCD. Image Quality-Epson ColorTrue® Imaging System (cont.) Through a combination of a scan. Additionally, Epson scanners capture Red, Green, and Blue simultaneously, versus plastic...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...yield the lower resolution image. Processing: Many Epson scanners use a color CCD which uses a single white light source, instead of the Epson 600 dpi Perfection Average Average Average scanners, when scanning an image at a lesser resolution. Additionally, Epson scanners have a pixel optimization feature that uses the ... data. 300 dpi Image Quality-Color CCD All Epson scanners use a custom ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) for eachline of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at 300 dpi, the scanner still uses all 600 pixels per inch to scan...
...yield the lower resolution image. Processing: Many Epson scanners use a color CCD which uses a single white light source, instead of the Epson 600 dpi Perfection Average Average Average scanners, when scanning an image at a lesser resolution. Additionally, Epson scanners have a pixel optimization feature that uses the ... data. 300 dpi Image Quality-Color CCD All Epson scanners use a custom ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) for eachline of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at 300 dpi, the scanner still uses all 600 pixels per inch to scan...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...point of focus so that background items are the circular rainbowcolored patterns that appear in shadows Image Quality-Focus Method Epson scanners use a fixed focus optics system. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 6 6/07 Reflective media, such as shown in the glove and towel in ...: With this type of focus system, the lens is referred to compensate for the 2.5mm distance between the glass and the slide. The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail, as a photograph, generally does not...
...point of focus so that background items are the circular rainbowcolored patterns that appear in shadows Image Quality-Focus Method Epson scanners use a fixed focus optics system. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 6 6/07 Reflective media, such as shown in the glove and towel in ...: With this type of focus system, the lens is referred to compensate for the 2.5mm distance between the glass and the slide. The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail, as a photograph, generally does not...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...of 6400 dpi, the Super Resolution Lens can cause abnormal ghost images. The anti-reflection optical coating on some Epson scanners, automatically selects from two lenses for two different resolutions. Dual Lens System offers two lenses for the desired scan resolution. ...High Resolution lens. Ghost image Improved image quality Scanned with normal CCD glass Scanner Technical Brief-Page 7 Scanned with a scanning width of 5.9 inches. High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution with standard CCD glass which can scan slides and...
...of 6400 dpi, the Super Resolution Lens can cause abnormal ghost images. The anti-reflection optical coating on some Epson scanners, automatically selects from two lenses for two different resolutions. Dual Lens System offers two lenses for the desired scan resolution. ...High Resolution lens. Ghost image Improved image quality Scanned with normal CCD glass Scanner Technical Brief-Page 7 Scanned with a scanning width of 5.9 inches. High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution with standard CCD glass which can scan slides and...
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...60 MBps Requires Fast SCSI PCI interface card Yes, up to 63 devices Yes Up to 50 MBps * Hot plugging allows you to Scanner Technical Brief-Page 8 6/07 Most Epson scanners that include a USB port offer the newer USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed USB). Hi-Speed USB is the IEEE-1394 (... With batch scanning you have a Hi-Speed USB port 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 home and small office users have an older computer...
...60 MBps Requires Fast SCSI PCI interface card Yes, up to 63 devices Yes Up to 50 MBps * Hot plugging allows you to Scanner Technical Brief-Page 8 6/07 Most Epson scanners that include a USB port offer the newer USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed USB). Hi-Speed USB is the IEEE-1394 (... With batch scanning you have a Hi-Speed USB port 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 home and small office users have an older computer...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... connect through a specific scan server. with just one click! Scanner Technical Brief-Page 9 6/07 When you choose Grain Reduction in the emulsion. Flexibility-Network Scanning Newer networkable Epson scanners offer the ability to connect to the network as a device (through ...high scanning resolutions. Original Color corrected Original Dust removed and color corrected Epson Scan Grain Reduction smooths the grain that will access the scanner over the network. Some other Epson scanners can be shared over a network, using the following procedure: Attach...
... connect through a specific scan server. with just one click! Scanner Technical Brief-Page 9 6/07 When you choose Grain Reduction in the emulsion. Flexibility-Network Scanning Newer networkable Epson scanners offer the ability to connect to the network as a device (through ...high scanning resolutions. Original Color corrected Original Dust removed and color corrected Epson Scan Grain Reduction smooths the grain that will access the scanner over the network. Some other Epson scanners can be shared over a network, using the following procedure: Attach...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... of pre-scanning. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 Flexibility-Epson Scan Epson Scan software differs slightly by scanner model. Icons represent common scan settings. Flexibility-DIGITAL ICE™ technology from Applied Science Fiction...give you need to remove dust and scratches on film and remove tears, folds, creases, and deep scratches on all Epson scanners. This mode allows the advanced amateur to select the best of automated features and user-controlled settings. Professional Mode: ...
... of pre-scanning. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 Flexibility-Epson Scan Epson Scan software differs slightly by scanner model. Icons represent common scan settings. Flexibility-DIGITAL ICE™ technology from Applied Science Fiction...give you need to remove dust and scratches on film and remove tears, folds, creases, and deep scratches on all Epson scanners. This mode allows the advanced amateur to select the best of automated features and user-controlled settings. Professional Mode: ...
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...those marks. DIGITAL ICE is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company. ©2007 Epson America, Inc. EPSON is a registered trademark and Exceed Your Vision is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson Expression, Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix...Fluid Mount Accessory Scanned on the document glass, this image shows Newton rings and scratches. Epson disclaims any and all rights in digital form quickly and easily. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Scanned using the fluid mount accessory, the scratches ...
...those marks. DIGITAL ICE is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company. ©2007 Epson America, Inc. EPSON is a registered trademark and Exceed Your Vision is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson Expression, Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix...Fluid Mount Accessory Scanned on the document glass, this image shows Newton rings and scratches. Epson disclaims any and all rights in digital form quickly and easily. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Scanned using the fluid mount accessory, the scratches ...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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... 1-1 Installing the Scanning Utilities 1-2 Chapter 2 Calibrating Your System Calibrating Your Monitor to Your Scanner 2-1 Performing Screen Calibration 2-2 Enabling Screen Calibration 2-3 Calibrating Your Printer to Your Scanner 2-4 Performing the Printer Calibration 2-4 Scanning Using Calibration 2-7 Chapter 3 Capturing Images From Within Applications Accessing EPSON TWAIN 3-2 Using the Easy Screen 3-4 Selecting the Document Source 3-5 Selecting the Image...
... 1-1 Installing the Scanning Utilities 1-2 Chapter 2 Calibrating Your System Calibrating Your Monitor to Your Scanner 2-1 Performing Screen Calibration 2-2 Enabling Screen Calibration 2-3 Calibrating Your Printer to Your Scanner 2-4 Performing the Printer Calibration 2-4 Scanning Using Calibration 2-7 Chapter 3 Capturing Images From Within Applications Accessing EPSON TWAIN 3-2 Using the Easy Screen 3-4 Selecting the Document Source 3-5 Selecting the Image...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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II 5-7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Problems Using the EPSON Scanning Utilities 6-1 Problems With Image Quality 6-9 Appendix A Default Settings Appendix B Expression 636 Scanner Settings Resolution B-2 Size or Scale B-2 Data Format B-3 Brightness B-5 Color Mode B-5 Halftoning Mode B-6 Gamma Correction B-10 Color ... an Image 4-10 Using Automatic Features 4-11 Using Auto Exposure 4-11 Using Auto Locate 4-11 Chapter 5 Using EPSON Scan! II Saving a Scanned Image 5-1 Exporting an Image 5-2 Acquiring and Exporting an Image 5-4 Copying an Image 5-6 Resizing an Image 5-6 Exiting...
II 5-7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Problems Using the EPSON Scanning Utilities 6-1 Problems With Image Quality 6-9 Appendix A Default Settings Appendix B Expression 636 Scanner Settings Resolution B-2 Size or Scale B-2 Data Format B-3 Brightness B-5 Color Mode B-5 Halftoning Mode B-6 Gamma Correction B-10 Color ... an Image 4-10 Using Automatic Features 4-11 Using Auto Exposure 4-11 Using Auto Locate 4-11 Chapter 5 Using EPSON Scan! II Saving a Scanned Image 5-1 Exporting an Image 5-2 Acquiring and Exporting an Image 5-4 Copying an Image 5-6 Resizing an Image 5-6 Exiting...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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... scanned images to disk as a file t Convert the image files to various formats so you scan t Choose single- Introduction 1 Introduction The EPSON® Scanning Utilities let you perform the following functions with your EPSON scanner: t Read images in your environment t Use the automatic area segmentation and text enhancement technology features built into some...
... scanned images to disk as a file t Convert the image files to various formats so you scan t Choose single- Introduction 1 Introduction The EPSON® Scanning Utilities let you perform the following functions with your EPSON scanner: t Read images in your environment t Use the automatic area segmentation and text enhancement technology features built into some...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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... images and then save and export them in a variety of file formats. II and EPSON TWAIN to the 32-bit programs as EPSON Scan! EPSON TWAIN is the interface between most of your scanner's features, you are using EPSON Scan! II32 and EPSON TWAIN32 (for 16-bit scanning with Microsoft® Windows® 95 or Windows...
... images and then save and export them in a variety of file formats. II and EPSON TWAIN to the 32-bit programs as EPSON Scan! EPSON TWAIN is the interface between most of your scanner's features, you are using EPSON Scan! II32 and EPSON TWAIN32 (for 16-bit scanning with Microsoft® Windows® 95 or Windows...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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...bidirectional parallel interface (either the standard bidirectional parallel interface or a PS/2 standard printer port) or an Adaptec® SCSI adapter Note: t EPSON supports some scanners. t A 486-based (or higher) IBM® compatible computer or an IBM PS/2® t DOS 5.0 or higher t Microsoft Windows ...Windows 95 or Windows NT. System Requirements For the EPSON Scanning Utilities to work properly, your system must have at least the following configuration: t One of the following EPSON scanners: ES-600C ES-800C ES-1000C ES-1200C Expression™ 636 ActionScanner™ II Some ...
...bidirectional parallel interface (either the standard bidirectional parallel interface or a PS/2 standard printer port) or an Adaptec® SCSI adapter Note: t EPSON supports some scanners. t A 486-based (or higher) IBM® compatible computer or an IBM PS/2® t DOS 5.0 or higher t Microsoft Windows ...Windows 95 or Windows NT. System Requirements For the EPSON Scanning Utilities to work properly, your system must have at least the following configuration: t One of the following EPSON scanners: ES-600C ES-800C ES-1000C ES-1200C Expression™ 636 ActionScanner™ II Some ...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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... Adaptec documentation. Chapter 2 describes how to read this first. Chapter 3 provides basic information on how to install and use EPSON Scan! Chapter 6 contains troubleshooting tips, and Appendix A lists the software's default settings. Chapter 4 describes using an Adaptec ... find needed information quickly. 4 Introduction Chapter 1 describes installing your application. Chapter 5 tells you need to work with your EPSON scanner. Appendix B provides information on the display capability of your computer system, including the video controller, monitor, and software. t...
... Adaptec documentation. Chapter 2 describes how to read this first. Chapter 3 provides basic information on how to install and use EPSON Scan! Chapter 6 contains troubleshooting tips, and Appendix A lists the software's default settings. Chapter 4 describes using an Adaptec ... find needed information quickly. 4 Introduction Chapter 1 describes installing your application. Chapter 5 tells you need to work with your EPSON scanner. Appendix B provides information on the display capability of your computer system, including the video controller, monitor, and software. t...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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... service through a network of your scanner operates correctly. Introduction 5 Cautions, Tips, and Notes This manual displays important information as follows: c Cautions should be followed carefully to ensure your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center t Technical information on current and new products t The location of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. Notes contain...
... service through a network of your scanner operates correctly. Introduction 5 Cautions, Tips, and Notes This manual displays important information as follows: c Cautions should be followed carefully to ensure your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center t Technical information on current and new products t The location of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. Notes contain...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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... make sure you use your computer as described in the next section before you install the EPSON Scanning Utilities, make sure the interface settings- If you are set up your scanner and connected it to install with Windows 95 or Windows 3.1. It is best to Install ...the SCSI software if necessary. Check that comes with your application software. Chapter 1 Installing Your Software The EPSON Scanning Utilities come with the scanner and contain the EPSON Scanning Utilities (EPSON Scan! Getting Ready to make backup copies of the diskettes, work with the copies, and keep the...
... make sure you use your computer as described in the next section before you install the EPSON Scanning Utilities, make sure the interface settings- If you are set up your scanner and connected it to install with Windows 95 or Windows 3.1. It is best to Install ...the SCSI software if necessary. Check that comes with your application software. Chapter 1 Installing Your Software The EPSON Scanning Utilities come with the scanner and contain the EPSON Scanning Utilities (EPSON Scan! Getting Ready to make backup copies of the diskettes, work with the copies, and keep the...
User Manual - TWAIN 32
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Start Windows 95 or Windows 3.1. For Windows NT 3.5X and Windows for Workgroups, follow the Windows 95 instructions. The installer program automatically detects your scanner to install the EPSON Scanning Utilities for Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 3.1, or Windows for Workgroups 3.1. Note for Windows 95 SCSI users: After you select Add New Hardware...
Start Windows 95 or Windows 3.1. For Windows NT 3.5X and Windows for Workgroups, follow the Windows 95 instructions. The installer program automatically detects your scanner to install the EPSON Scanning Utilities for Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 3.1, or Windows for Workgroups 3.1. Note for Windows 95 SCSI users: After you select Add New Hardware...