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... in this Manual 6 Operating System References 7 Important Instructions Safety Instructions 8 Restrictions on Copying 9 Scanner Basics Part Names 10 Buttons and Lights 11 Information on Applications 13 Epson Scan 2 13 EPSON Software Updater 13 Placing Originals on the Product Placing Originals 14 Placing Large or Thick Originals 15 Basic Scanning Scanning Using Epson Scan 2 18 Scanning Photos or Pictures (Photo Mode). . . . . 18 Scanning Documents (Document Mode 22 Setting a Resolution That Suits the Scanning Purpose 25 Scanning Using a Scanner Button 26 Advanced Scanning Image...
... in this Manual 6 Operating System References 7 Important Instructions Safety Instructions 8 Restrictions on Copying 9 Scanner Basics Part Names 10 Buttons and Lights 11 Information on Applications 13 Epson Scan 2 13 EPSON Software Updater 13 Placing Originals on the Product Placing Originals 14 Placing Large or Thick Originals 15 Basic Scanning Scanning Using Epson Scan 2 18 Scanning Photos or Pictures (Photo Mode). . . . . 18 Scanning Documents (Document Mode 22 Setting a Resolution That Suits the Scanning Purpose 25 Scanning Using a Scanner Button 26 Advanced Scanning Image...
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... and Approvals for Australian Model. . . . 67 Where to Get Help Help for Users in Scanned Images of Film or Slides 60 Colors Differ From the Original Colors for Film or Slide Images 60 Negative Film Preview Images Look Strange. . . . 61 Problems With Scanning Time 61 Uninstalling and Installing Applications 61 Uninstalling Your Applications 61 Installing Your Applications 63 Technical Specifications General Scanner Specifications 64 Dimensional Specifications 64 Electrical Specifications 64 Environmental Specifications 65 Interface Specifications 65 System Requirements...
... and Approvals for Australian Model. . . . 67 Where to Get Help Help for Users in Scanned Images of Film or Slides 60 Colors Differ From the Original Colors for Film or Slide Images 60 Negative Film Preview Images Look Strange. . . . 61 Problems With Scanning Time 61 Uninstalling and Installing Applications 61 Uninstalling Your Applications 61 Installing Your Applications 63 Technical Specifications General Scanner Specifications 64 Dimensional Specifications 64 Electrical Specifications 64 Environmental Specifications 65 Interface Specifications 65 System Requirements...
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... light sources, or rapid changes in fire or electric shock. ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the product's label, and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet. ❏ When connecting this product to be placed to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. liquid has entered the product; User's Guide Important Instructions Important Instructions Safety Instructions Read...
... light sources, or rapid changes in fire or electric shock. ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the product's label, and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet. ❏ When connecting this product to be placed to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. liquid has entered the product; User's Guide Important Instructions Important Instructions Safety Instructions Read...
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button Starts scanning. Initializing or scanning. An error has occurred. 12 Ready Light Ready, Error Error Indicator Status On Flashing On Flashing Off Flashing Meaning Ready to turn the product off . Make sure the optional Transparency Unit is operating normally. A a button B . An error has occurred. Lights The status light indicates whether the product is completely closed. User's Guide Scanner Basics Before using the product buttons, make sure you cannot scan images, an error may have installed your scanning software. The product is...
button Starts scanning. Initializing or scanning. An error has occurred. 12 Ready Light Ready, Error Error Indicator Status On Flashing On Flashing Off Flashing Meaning Ready to turn the product off . Make sure the optional Transparency Unit is operating normally. A a button B . An error has occurred. Lights The status light indicates whether the product is completely closed. User's Guide Scanner Basics Before using the product buttons, make sure you cannot scan images, an error may have installed your scanning software. The product is...
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... EPSON Software Updater is a driver for controlling your scanner. User's Guide Scanner Basics Related Information & "Scanning Using a Scanner Button" on page 26 & "Scanner Lights Indicate an Error" on page 55 Information on the internet and installs them. This also allows you to start either as a standalone application or by using the application. Related Information & "Updating Applications" on using TWAIN-compliant application software. See the Epson Scan 2 help for your scanner, enabling a variety of scan settings. Epson Scan 2 Epson Scan 2 is an application that checks...
... EPSON Software Updater is a driver for controlling your scanner. User's Guide Scanner Basics Related Information & "Scanning Using a Scanner Button" on page 26 & "Scanner Lights Indicate an Error" on page 55 Information on the internet and installs them. This also allows you to start either as a standalone application or by using the application. Related Information & "Updating Applications" on using TWAIN-compliant application software. See the Epson Scan 2 help for your scanner, enabling a variety of scan settings. Epson Scan 2 Epson Scan 2 is an application that checks...
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Make the following settings on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Image Type: Select the color for saving the scanned image. ❏ Resolution: Select the resolution. User's Guide Basic Scanning 4. Note: When scanning films using the Transparency Unit, set the Document Source and Document Type as well. 19
Make the following settings on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Image Type: Select the color for saving the scanned image. ❏ Resolution: Select the resolution. User's Guide Basic Scanning 4. Note: When scanning films using the Transparency Unit, set the Document Source and Document Type as well. 19
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... scanned image by clicking the Preview button. Make other settings you placed. ❏ Image Type: Select the color for a document that appear when scanning printed papers such as Scanner Glass when using Document Mode. Note: Some items may not be available depending on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Document Size: Select the size of the image. ❏ Descreening: Select to enhance and sharpen the outlines of the original you made. 23 User's Guide...
... scanned image by clicking the Preview button. Make other settings you placed. ❏ Image Type: Select the color for a document that appear when scanning printed papers such as Scanner Glass when using Document Mode. Note: Some items may not be available depending on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Document Size: Select the size of the image. ❏ Descreening: Select to enhance and sharpen the outlines of the original you made. 23 User's Guide...
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User's Guide Basic Scanning Scanning Using a Scanner Button You can scan using this feature, check the following. ❏ Epson Scan 2 is installed on your computer. ❏ The scanner is connected to your scanner. Epson Scan 2 starts. 3. Place the original. 2. Press the a button. Scanning starts. Note: Before using the button on page 14 26 Related Information & "Part Names" on page 10 & "Placing Originals on the Product" on your computer correctly. 1. Make scan settings if necessary, and then press the a button again.
User's Guide Basic Scanning Scanning Using a Scanner Button You can scan using this feature, check the following. ❏ Epson Scan 2 is installed on your computer. ❏ The scanner is connected to your scanner. Epson Scan 2 starts. 3. Place the original. 2. Press the a button. Scanning starts. Note: Before using the button on page 14 26 Related Information & "Part Names" on page 10 & "Placing Originals on the Product" on your computer correctly. 1. Make scan settings if necessary, and then press the a button again.
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... when scanning an original. 30 When selecting Linear, the tone curve becomes a straight line (density is set to 255, the light parts will be adjusted using one of the following methods. ❏ Move the triangle mark The symbol indicates shadow, indicates gamma, and indicates highlights. User's Guide Advanced Scanning Channel Select the color (RGB) to adjust the brightness of the image.
... when scanning an original. 30 When selecting Linear, the tone curve becomes a straight line (density is set to 255, the light parts will be adjusted using one of the following methods. ❏ Move the triangle mark The symbol indicates shadow, indicates gamma, and indicates highlights. User's Guide Advanced Scanning Channel Select the color (RGB) to adjust the brightness of the image.
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... Epson Scan 2, and make sure you set the Document Source and Document Type correctly. 1. Close the Transparency Unit. Use your scanner software to the option connector at the back of the film is facing down. 4. If the document mat is completely closed; Make sure the glossy side of the scanner. 8. Related Information & "Installing the Transparency Unit" on the Transparency Unit; otherwise the unit may be damaged. User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 7. Connect the power cord...
... Epson Scan 2, and make sure you set the Document Source and Document Type correctly. 1. Close the Transparency Unit. Use your scanner software to the option connector at the back of the film is facing down. 4. If the document mat is completely closed; Make sure the glossy side of the scanner. 8. Related Information & "Installing the Transparency Unit" on the Transparency Unit; otherwise the unit may be damaged. User's Guide Using the Transparency Unit 7. Connect the power cord...
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... the data size to your computer. 2. Confirm the preview, and make sure you remove the transparency guide from the scanner glass. Click Scan. Select Photo Mode from the Folder list. 11. Set the Image Format setting. 9. Also, make other settings on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Document Source: Select Transparency Unit. ❏ Document Type: Select the film type to match your films on page 27 Scanning reflective (non-film) originals To scan reflective originals using the Transparency Unit, always...
... the data size to your computer. 2. Confirm the preview, and make sure you remove the transparency guide from the scanner glass. Click Scan. Select Photo Mode from the Folder list. 11. Set the Image Format setting. 9. Also, make other settings on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Document Source: Select Transparency Unit. ❏ Document Type: Select the film type to match your films on page 27 Scanning reflective (non-film) originals To scan reflective originals using the Transparency Unit, always...
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... the scanner. ❏ Never open the scanner case. 1. A damaged glass surface can damage the product components and the case. ❏ Be careful not to clean it. Turn off all remaining liquid. Clean the document cover if it periodically using the following procedure. More energy savings can cause spots and straight lines in your scanner operating at its best, clean it gets dirty. User's Guide Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the Scanner To keep your scanned images...
... the scanner. ❏ Never open the scanner case. 1. A damaged glass surface can damage the product components and the case. ❏ Be careful not to clean it. Turn off all remaining liquid. Clean the document cover if it periodically using the following procedure. More energy savings can cause spots and straight lines in your scanner operating at its best, clean it gets dirty. User's Guide Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the Scanner To keep your scanned images...
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.... Related Information & "Buttons and Lights" on the power. ❏ Turn off the scanner and turn on page 11 Problems Starting Scanning ❏ Make sure the scanning software is working electrical outlet. ❏ Check that you can turn it must be replaced. See the Start Here sheet for instructions on installing the scanning software. ❏ Check the status light and make sure it receives correct commands. ❏ Make sure Epson Scan 2 is installed correctly. ❏ Make sure the transportation lock has been released...
.... Related Information & "Buttons and Lights" on the power. ❏ Turn off the scanner and turn on page 11 Problems Starting Scanning ❏ Make sure the scanning software is working electrical outlet. ❏ Check that you can turn it must be replaced. See the Start Here sheet for instructions on installing the scanning software. ❏ Check the status light and make sure it receives correct commands. ❏ Make sure Epson Scan 2 is installed correctly. ❏ Make sure the transportation lock has been released...
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... computer's USB port. The scanner may not work properly when connected to the computer through one or more USB hubs. ❏ If you are using Photo Mode and set the Document Type correctly. ❏ Make sure the film is set correctly in the film holder, and the film holder is ready to scan. ❏ Connect the scanner directly to Scan" on page 49 & "Setting and Placing Films" on page 43 Cannot Scan Using Scanning Software Other Than Epson Scan 2 ❏...
... computer's USB port. The scanner may not work properly when connected to the computer through one or more USB hubs. ❏ If you are using Photo Mode and set the Document Type correctly. ❏ Make sure the film is set correctly in the film holder, and the film holder is ready to scan. ❏ Connect the scanner directly to Scan" on page 49 & "Setting and Placing Films" on page 43 Cannot Scan Using Scanning Software Other Than Epson Scan 2 ❏...
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... Epson Scan 2, select the Advanced Settings tab, and then Image Option > Text Enhancement. ❏ When scanning from the Scanner Glass ❏ Clean the scanner glass. ❏ Remove any trash or dirt that adheres to scan. Scan using the settings for documents in Document Mode, and the settings for Document Mode" on page 33 Offset Appears in the Background of Images Images on the Advanced Settings tab. ❏ In Document Mode in the scanned image. ❏ In Epson Scan 2, select the Advanced Settings...
... Epson Scan 2, select the Advanced Settings tab, and then Image Option > Text Enhancement. ❏ When scanning from the Scanner Glass ❏ Clean the scanner glass. ❏ Remove any trash or dirt that adheres to scan. Scan using the settings for documents in Document Mode, and the settings for Document Mode" on page 33 Offset Appears in the Background of Images Images on the Advanced Settings tab. ❏ In Document Mode in the scanned image. ❏ In Epson Scan 2, select the Advanced Settings...
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... with clear text. Cannot Achieve the Results Intended in Auto Photo Orientation ❏ Small photos are not rotated automatically. When you increase the Threshold, black becomes stronger. ❏ In Document Mode in Normal preview, and then create marquees manually. In this situation, scan in Epson Scan 2, select the Advanced Settings tab, and then Image Option > Text Enhancement. User's Guide Solving Problems ❏ When placing multiple originals on the scanner glass, make...
... with clear text. Cannot Achieve the Results Intended in Auto Photo Orientation ❏ Small photos are not rotated automatically. When you increase the Threshold, black becomes stronger. ❏ In Document Mode in Normal preview, and then create marquees manually. In this situation, scan in Epson Scan 2, select the Advanced Settings tab, and then Image Option > Text Enhancement. User's Guide Solving Problems ❏ When placing multiple originals on the scanner glass, make...
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.... Make sure you save the scanned image as a Searchable PDF. Colors Differ From the Original Colors for Film or Slide Images Clean the scanner. 60 Cannot Solve Problems in the Scanned Image If you have not solved the problem, initialize the Epson Scan 2 settings using Epson Scan 2 Utility. Striped Rings Appear in the search charm, and then select the displayed icon. ❏ Windows 7 Click the start button, and then select All Programs or Programs > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2 Utility. ❏ Mac Select Go > Applications > Epson Software > Epson Scan 2 Utility...
.... Make sure you save the scanned image as a Searchable PDF. Colors Differ From the Original Colors for Film or Slide Images Clean the scanner. 60 Cannot Solve Problems in the Scanned Image If you have not solved the problem, initialize the Epson Scan 2 settings using Epson Scan 2 Utility. Striped Rings Appear in the search charm, and then select the displayed icon. ❏ Windows 7 Click the start button, and then select All Programs or Programs > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2 Utility. ❏ Mac Select Go > Applications > Epson Software > Epson Scan 2 Utility...
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.... ❏ When using security software, exclude the TWAIN.log file from your computer as an administrator. User's Guide Solving Problems Related Information & "Cleaning the Scanner" on page 51 Negative Film Preview Images Look Strange ❏ Make sure the Document Type is set the TWAIN.log as a read- This alters the exposure and causes images to solve certain problems or if you upgrade your security software's functions, see the help and so on...
.... ❏ When using security software, exclude the TWAIN.log file from your computer as an administrator. User's Guide Solving Problems Related Information & "Cleaning the Scanner" on page 51 Negative Film Preview Images Look Strange ❏ Make sure the Document Type is set the TWAIN.log as a read- This alters the exposure and causes images to solve certain problems or if you upgrade your security software's functions, see the help and so on...
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... Problems 3. Open the Control Panel: ❏ Windows 10 Right-click the start button or press and hold it again each time you want to uninstall. 6. Note: If the User Account Control window is selected, and then click Finish. To uninstall the scanner driver, select System Preferences from the menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and then remove the scanner from your computer. Download the Uninstaller using EPSON Software Updater. Open Uninstall a program. Follow the on-screen instructions...
... Problems 3. Open the Control Panel: ❏ Windows 10 Right-click the start button or press and hold it again each time you want to uninstall. 6. Note: If the User Account Control window is selected, and then click Finish. To uninstall the scanner driver, select System Preferences from the menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and then remove the scanner from your computer. Download the Uninstaller using EPSON Software Updater. Open Uninstall a program. Follow the on-screen instructions...
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User's Guide Technical Specifications System Requirements Windows Windows 10 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) Mac *1 *2 macOS v10.12.x Mac OS X v10.11.x Mac OS X v10.10.x Mac OS X v10.9.x Mac OS X v10.8.x Mac OS X v10.7.x Mac OS X v10.6.8 *1 Fast User Switching on Mac is not supported. *2 The UNIX File System (UFS) for Mac is not supported. 66
User's Guide Technical Specifications System Requirements Windows Windows 10 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) Mac *1 *2 macOS v10.12.x Mac OS X v10.11.x Mac OS X v10.10.x Mac OS X v10.9.x Mac OS X v10.8.x Mac OS X v10.7.x Mac OS X v10.6.8 *1 Fast User Switching on Mac is not supported. *2 The UNIX File System (UFS) for Mac is not supported. 66