Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic range control Type of factors that is reflected from the image to gauge image quality. These two features are Epson's professional series scanners designed for excellence with the highest quality ... in their price class. monochrome CCD The Epson Expression® and GT series scanners are important, but a hardware resolution of data per inch. 2. The Epson Perfection® series scanners are designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. Resolution is the actual number of ...
...quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic range control Type of factors that is reflected from the image to gauge image quality. These two features are Epson's professional series scanners designed for excellence with the highest quality ... in their price class. monochrome CCD The Epson Expression® and GT series scanners are important, but a hardware resolution of data per inch. 2. The Epson Perfection® series scanners are designed for minimal noise and tight color registration. Resolution is the actual number of ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... Off); therefore the number of gray 8-bit color (indexed color) 28 = 256 colors 24-bit RGB (8 bits per pixel, per color) 224 = 16.7 millions colors 36-bit RGB (12 bits per pixel, per color 236 = Over 68 billion colors 48-bit RGB (16 bits per pixel, per color) 248 = Over 250 trillion colors Scanner Technical Brief-Page 2 6/07 Scan mode...
... Off); therefore the number of gray 8-bit color (indexed color) 28 = 256 colors 24-bit RGB (8 bits per pixel, per color) 224 = 16.7 millions colors 36-bit RGB (12 bits per pixel, per color 236 = Over 68 billion colors 48-bit RGB (16 bits per pixel, per color) 248 = Over 250 trillion colors Scanner Technical Brief-Page 2 6/07 Scan mode...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... supports 48-bit image files (such as the detail in superior image quality with fewer sudden shifts in color, and detailed shadows and highlights. 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 external... image data, which is the data that never could have a 42-bit or 48-bit color depth. Image Quality-Pixel depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have been read by a 24-bit or 30-bit scanner (such as Adobe® Photoshop®). 48-bit capture 48-bit capture 24-bit transfer...
... supports 48-bit image files (such as the detail in superior image quality with fewer sudden shifts in color, and detailed shadows and highlights. 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 external... image data, which is the data that never could have a 42-bit or 48-bit color depth. Image Quality-Pixel depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have been read by a 24-bit or 30-bit scanner (such as Adobe® Photoshop®). 48-bit capture 48-bit capture 24-bit transfer...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... qualities, providing greater image quality. Better image quality than competitive off-the-shelf lenses because Epson scanners feature custom-made lenses that are : Better color registration Faster scanning speeds Higher quality sub-scan resolutions Epson Method (1/2 or 1/4 step carriage movement) Simultaneous RGB Capture One pass Single-Pass Alternate RGB Method...
... qualities, providing greater image quality. Better image quality than competitive off-the-shelf lenses because Epson scanners feature custom-made lenses that are : Better color registration Faster scanning speeds Higher quality sub-scan resolutions Epson Method (1/2 or 1/4 step carriage movement) Simultaneous RGB Capture One pass Single-Pass Alternate RGB Method...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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..., then averages the data to capture less image data. 300 dpi Image Quality-Color CCD All Epson scanners use a custom ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) for Auto Area Segmentation (AAS) and Text Enhancement Technology (TET) processing within the scanner-AAS and TET are independent from non-flat surfaces. The benefit of...
..., then averages the data to capture less image data. 300 dpi Image Quality-Color CCD All Epson scanners use a custom ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) for Auto Area Segmentation (AAS) and Text Enhancement Technology (TET) processing within the scanner-AAS and TET are independent from non-flat surfaces. The benefit of...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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.... 2. This effect is set to record everything sharply from a fixed distance-from the lens to 4.0). Scanner Technical Brief-Page 6 6/07 The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail,...Quality-Dynamic Range Dynamic range measures the difference between the lightest highlights and darkest shadows that a scanner can perceive (on a scale of the Epson Expression series scanners uses a Dual-Focus mechanism. Superior detail in highlights Superior detail in shadows- The maximum density...
.... 2. This effect is set to record everything sharply from a fixed distance-from the lens to 4.0). Scanner Technical Brief-Page 6 6/07 The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail,...Quality-Dynamic Range Dynamic range measures the difference between the lightest highlights and darkest shadows that a scanner can perceive (on a scale of the Epson Expression series scanners uses a Dual-Focus mechanism. Superior detail in highlights Superior detail in shadows- The maximum density...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... Ghost image Improved image quality Scanned with normal CCD glass Scanner Technical Brief-Page 7 Scanned with the High Resolution lens. Film Holder (5.9") Super resolution lens Image Quality-High-Pass Optics Epson High Pass Optics includes anti-reflection optical coatings and... width 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. Document (8.5") Film Area Guide (8") High resolution lens Super Resolution lens For ...
... Ghost image Improved image quality Scanned with normal CCD glass Scanner Technical Brief-Page 7 Scanned with the High Resolution lens. Film Holder (5.9") Super resolution lens Image Quality-High-Pass Optics Epson High Pass Optics includes anti-reflection optical coatings and... width 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. Document (8.5") Film Area Guide (8") High resolution lens Super Resolution lens For ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... computer with a USB port, it will work with one as color transparencies and slides. Performance-Batch Scanning Epson scanning software supports batch scanning: Without batch scanning, you must scan each one scan. Most Epson scanners that include a USB port offer the newer USB 2.0 (Hi-...Speed USB port on both your computer and your scanner if you to attach or detach the cable without powering off/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 ...
... computer with a USB port, it will work with one as color transparencies and slides. Performance-Batch Scanning Epson scanning software supports batch scanning: Without batch scanning, you must scan each one scan. Most Epson scanners that include a USB port offer the newer USB 2.0 (Hi-...Speed USB port on both your computer and your scanner if you to attach or detach the cable without powering off/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 ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... a network, using the following procedure: Attach the scanner to connect through a specific scan server. Flexibility-Epson Scan with Epson Easy Photo Fix™ Scanning Software Epson Easy Photo Fix technology is sensitive enough to smooth out the grain. Original Color corrected Original Dust removed and color corrected Epson Scan Grain Reduction smooths the grain that will...
... a network, using the following procedure: Attach the scanner to connect through a specific scan server. Flexibility-Epson Scan with Epson Easy Photo Fix™ Scanning Software Epson Easy Photo Fix technology is sensitive enough to smooth out the grain. Original Color corrected Original Dust removed and color corrected Epson Scan Grain Reduction smooths the grain that will...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... Auto Mode: For the novice user-Epson Scan automatically previews the images and recognizes the document source and type. Icons represent common scan settings. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 These elements... include the Densitometer (a tool that allows a user to hit a specific color via numerical data), Multiple Marquee (for...
... Auto Mode: For the novice user-Epson Scan automatically previews the images and recognizes the document source and type. Icons represent common scan settings. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 These elements... include the Densitometer (a tool that allows a user to hit a specific color via numerical data), Multiple Marquee (for...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...all rights in digital form quickly and easily. Flexibility-Epson Smart Panel™ software Epson Smart Panel allows you to scan and send data directly to an assigned application or to E-mail Epson Photo Site Flexibility-Fluid Mount Accessory In cases where ... film holders Reduction of grain and prevention of Seiko Epson Corporation. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Epson Expression, Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix, Epson Smart Panel, are not the best solutions for film scanning,...
...all rights in digital form quickly and easily. Flexibility-Epson Smart Panel™ software Epson Smart Panel allows you to scan and send data directly to an assigned application or to E-mail Epson Photo Site Flexibility-Fluid Mount Accessory In cases where ... film holders Reduction of grain and prevention of Seiko Epson Corporation. Scanner Technical Brief-Page 11 6/07 Epson Expression, Epson Perfection, and ColorTrue are registered trademarks and Micro Step Drive, Easy Photo Fix, Epson Smart Panel, are not the best solutions for film scanning,...
Product Information Guide
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... .58 in. (14.7 mm)/sec at 400 dpi Pass-through parallel port, 6foot (1.83-meter) cable; EPSON PhotoPlus connector for power adapter parallel connector for computer Scanner Specifications Technical Scanner type Sheet-fed or hand-held mode Safety and EMI Safety regulation UL, CSA, TUV EMI FCC Class B, ...(10 VDC/ 500 mA) in . (11 mm)/sec at 300 dpi .43 in hand-held image scanner Image sensor Linear color CCD (Charged Coupled Device) Scan modes 24-bit True Color (16.77 M colors) 8-bit gray scale (256 gray shades) l-bit lineart (black and white) Resolution settings 400 dpi (l-bit...
... .58 in. (14.7 mm)/sec at 400 dpi Pass-through parallel port, 6foot (1.83-meter) cable; EPSON PhotoPlus connector for power adapter parallel connector for computer Scanner Specifications Technical Scanner type Sheet-fed or hand-held mode Safety and EMI Safety regulation UL, CSA, TUV EMI FCC Class B, ...(10 VDC/ 500 mA) in . (11 mm)/sec at 300 dpi .43 in hand-held image scanner Image sensor Linear color CCD (Charged Coupled Device) Scan modes 24-bit True Color (16.77 M colors) 8-bit gray scale (256 gray shades) l-bit lineart (black and white) Resolution settings 400 dpi (l-bit...
Product Information Guide
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Plug the PhotoPlus parallel cable into the computer's parallel port, as shown below, and tighten the screws. Sierra" Print Artist 3.0 for creating photo greeting cards, invitations, banners, calendars, and other pointing device Standard parallel printer port Double-speed or faster CD... 20% to 90% RH at 104" F (40" C) at least 256-color display (16- Corex® CardScanTM SE for making picture magnets; PhotoPlus parallel EPSON PhotoPlus-2 6/96 Scanner or 24-bit video display adapter with 16.8 million colors recommended) 8 MB RAM Hard disk drive with 50 MB available Mouse or other ...
Plug the PhotoPlus parallel cable into the computer's parallel port, as shown below, and tighten the screws. Sierra" Print Artist 3.0 for creating photo greeting cards, invitations, banners, calendars, and other pointing device Standard parallel printer port Double-speed or faster CD... 20% to 90% RH at 104" F (40" C) at least 256-color display (16- Corex® CardScanTM SE for making picture magnets; PhotoPlus parallel EPSON PhotoPlus-2 6/96 Scanner or 24-bit video display adapter with 16.8 million colors recommended) 8 MB RAM Hard disk drive with 50 MB available Mouse or other ...
Product Information Guide
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... the base by pushing it into position. To replace the scanning head on the base. Scanner 6/96 EPSON PhotoPlus-3 NOTES lf you keep it is firmly seated on the scanner, align the tabs in the base with the left edge of the image, as shown below : ...5. scannin guide Click Start or press the button on the PhotoPlus parallel connector. The PhotoPlus screen displays the image. EPSON PhotoPlus r power socket 4. Move the scanner very slowly down the image, making sure you connect your PhotoPlus may loosen during shipping. The scanning head on when you scan, push...
... the base by pushing it into position. To replace the scanning head on the base. Scanner 6/96 EPSON PhotoPlus-3 NOTES lf you keep it is firmly seated on the scanner, align the tabs in the base with the left edge of the image, as shown below : ...5. scannin guide Click Start or press the button on the PhotoPlus parallel connector. The PhotoPlus screen displays the image. EPSON PhotoPlus r power socket 4. Move the scanner very slowly down the image, making sure you connect your PhotoPlus may loosen during shipping. The scanning head on when you scan, push...
Product Information Guide
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... cloth. Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None Product Support Bulletins Technical Support Bulletins None Related Documentation CPD 3650 EPSON PhotoPlus Color Photo Scanner User's Guide EPSON PhotoPlus-4 6/96 Scanner o Do not spray cleaning fluid or water on page 3 for the scanner as follows: 0 Unplug the power cable before cleaning. o Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off any dust...
... cloth. Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None Product Support Bulletins Technical Support Bulletins None Related Documentation CPD 3650 EPSON PhotoPlus Color Photo Scanner User's Guide EPSON PhotoPlus-4 6/96 Scanner o Do not spray cleaning fluid or water on page 3 for the scanner as follows: 0 Unplug the power cable before cleaning. o Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off any dust...
User Manual
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... holder. COPYRIGHT NOTICE All rights reserved. Unless you . PhotoPlus is any liability assumed for any and all rights in this publication may be misused by Epson America, Inc. EPSON disclaims any indirect, special, or consequential damages. A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS Like photocopiers, scanners can be trademarks of the information contained herein...
... holder. COPYRIGHT NOTICE All rights reserved. Unless you . PhotoPlus is any liability assumed for any and all rights in this publication may be misused by Epson America, Inc. EPSON disclaims any indirect, special, or consequential damages. A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS Like photocopiers, scanners can be trademarks of the information contained herein...
User Manual
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...2-5 3-6 A 3-6 3-8 3-8 B 2-6 i Scanning and Other Basic Stuff Starting Your Scan Scanning Your Picture Enhancing Your Photo Adjusting Settings Printing an Image 2-7 2 2 3 4 Saving an Image File Using Photo Albums Placing Your Picture in an Album 3-2 Opening an Image with Your Album 2-8 2-9 2-9 2-10 4 3. Getting ...3-4 3-5 3-5 Hiding the Tools Bar and Status Bar Selecting Part of Contents Introduction PhotoPlus Features System Requirements About This Guide Where to Know Your PhotoPlus Scanner Setting Up Your PhotoPlus Scanner Installing Your Fun Pak Software Suite 2.
...2-5 3-6 A 3-6 3-8 3-8 B 2-6 i Scanning and Other Basic Stuff Starting Your Scan Scanning Your Picture Enhancing Your Photo Adjusting Settings Printing an Image 2-7 2 2 3 4 Saving an Image File Using Photo Albums Placing Your Picture in an Album 3-2 Opening an Image with Your Album 2-8 2-9 2-9 2-10 4 3. Getting ...3-4 3-5 3-5 Hiding the Tools Bar and Status Bar Selecting Part of Contents Introduction PhotoPlus Features System Requirements About This Guide Where to Know Your PhotoPlus Scanner Setting Up Your PhotoPlus Scanner Installing Your Fun Pak Software Suite 2.
User Manual
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting Caring for Hand Scanning 9-1 Capturing the Image by Hand Scanning 9-2 Stitching Two Images Together 9-4 10. Specifications Physical A-1 Power A-1 Technical A-2 Environmental A-2 Glossary Index A B iii Pro Scanning: More Things You Can Do Setting the Software for PhotoPlus Solving Scanner and System Problems Solving Image Problems 10-1 10-2 10-4 A. 9.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Caring for Hand Scanning 9-1 Capturing the Image by Hand Scanning 9-2 Stitching Two Images Together 9-4 10. Specifications Physical A-1 Power A-1 Technical A-2 Environmental A-2 Glossary Index A B iii Pro Scanning: More Things You Can Do Setting the Software for PhotoPlus Solving Scanner and System Problems Solving Image Problems 10-1 10-2 10-4 A. 9.
User Manual
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... print. Setting up your pictures. Just plug it into a card file. Introduction 1 3 Introduction Y our new EPSON® PhotoPlusTM lets you add the excitement of color photos to create greeting cards, calendars, magnets, and lots more. The special pass-through parallel connector lets you attach both... less than a minute, your computer's parallel port and install the software. You A don't have to open up PhotoPlus is drop your photo in the scanner and press the start button. All you need to the same computer port. Or scan business cards directly into your picture...
... print. Setting up your pictures. Just plug it into a card file. Introduction 1 3 Introduction Y our new EPSON® PhotoPlusTM lets you add the excitement of color photos to create greeting cards, calendars, magnets, and lots more. The special pass-through parallel connector lets you attach both... less than a minute, your computer's parallel port and install the software. You A don't have to open up PhotoPlus is drop your photo in the scanner and press the start button. All you need to the same computer port. Or scan business cards directly into your picture...
User Manual
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...comes with the following easy-to-use software: EPSON PhotoPlus 2.0 image editing software for scanning, enhancing, organizing, and transforming your pictures with special effects Sierra® Print Artist™ 3.0 for creating photo greeting cards, banners, calendars, and much more ...131; Lets you print on any color or black and white printer. PhotoPlus Features Here's what PhotoPlus can do for you: Automatically handles photographs, business cards, or other small images Automatically switches between a printer and scanner connected to the same port ...
...comes with the following easy-to-use software: EPSON PhotoPlus 2.0 image editing software for scanning, enhancing, organizing, and transforming your pictures with special effects Sierra® Print Artist™ 3.0 for creating photo greeting cards, banners, calendars, and much more ...131; Lets you print on any color or black and white printer. PhotoPlus Features Here's what PhotoPlus can do for you: Automatically handles photographs, business cards, or other small images Automatically switches between a printer and scanner connected to the same port ...