Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... Quality-Factors affecting image quality When comparing scanners, hardware resolution and color pixel depth are designed with respect to gauge image quality. For example, a scanner can have optimum performance for high quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic range control Type of ways. 1. Epson scanners have an optical resolution of 1200 dpi...
... Quality-Factors affecting image quality When comparing scanners, hardware resolution and color pixel depth are designed with respect to gauge image quality. For example, a scanner can have optimum performance for high quality sub-scan resolution Optical resolution and color bit depth Dynamic range control Type of ways. 1. Epson scanners have an optical resolution of 1200 dpi...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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... depth as an exponent 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 therefore the...
... depth as an exponent 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 therefore the...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...hardware, optics, and processing) and result 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 especially important to graphic artists and designers. Image Quality-Pixel... depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have access to full image data, which is made up of the models support 24-bit external color depth, which is the data that never could have been read by a ...
...hardware, optics, and processing) and result 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 especially important to graphic artists and designers. Image Quality-Pixel... depth (cont.) All Epson scanners have access to full image data, which is made up of the models support 24-bit external color depth, which is the data that never could have been read by a ...
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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...turning off some pixels to scan threedimensional objects without producing color "ghosts." Glass Color CCD White light source Result when Single light source allows precise scanning three- Scanner Technical Brief-Page 5 6/07 Processing: Many Epson scanners use a color CCD which uses a single white light source, instead of...of this feature is truer image quality. 300 dpi For example, on one of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at surfaces. Key Differences Color CCD How it works Red, green, and blue are independent from non-flat a lesser ...
...turning off some pixels to scan threedimensional objects without producing color "ghosts." Glass Color CCD White light source Result when Single light source allows precise scanning three- Scanner Technical Brief-Page 5 6/07 Processing: Many Epson scanners use a color CCD which uses a single white light source, instead of...of this feature is truer image quality. 300 dpi For example, on one of the scanner's CCD, even scanning 600 dpi Epson Method: at surfaces. Key Differences Color CCD How it works Red, green, and blue are independent from non-flat a lesser ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...used in AutoFocus mode or manual mode. Newton Rings are captured with superior detail in highlights and in soap bubbles. The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail, as slides,...compensate for optimized film scanning. 2. AutoFocus optics system: Epson highest-end graphic Epson automatic/manual focus arts scanners use a fixed focus optics system. The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use an AutoFocus optics system that background items are the circular ...
...used in AutoFocus mode or manual mode. Newton Rings are captured with superior detail in highlights and in soap bubbles. The newest Epson scanners have a dynamic range greater than 2.0. A high dynamic range results in scanned images with sharp detail, as slides,...compensate for optimized film scanning. 2. AutoFocus optics system: Epson highest-end graphic Epson automatic/manual focus arts scanners use a fixed focus optics system. The Epson Perfection and GT series scanners use an AutoFocus optics system that background items are the circular ...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...Super Resolution Lens can cause abnormal ghost images. Film Holder (5.9") Super resolution lens Image Quality-High-Pass Optics Epson High Pass Optics includes anti-reflection optical coatings and a high reflection mirror. ...64258;ection with anti-reflection optical coating 6/07 High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution with a scanning width of 5.9 inches. Ghost image Improved image quality Scanned... anti-reflection optical coating on some Epson scanners, automatically selects from two lenses for two different resolutions.
...Super Resolution Lens can cause abnormal ghost images. Film Holder (5.9") Super resolution lens Image Quality-High-Pass Optics Epson High Pass Optics includes anti-reflection optical coatings and a high reflection mirror. ...64258;ection with anti-reflection optical coating 6/07 High Resolution lens Some Epson Perfection scanners offers 4800 dpi optical resolution with a scanning width of 5.9 inches. Ghost image Improved image quality Scanned... anti-reflection optical coating on some Epson scanners, automatically selects from two lenses for two different resolutions.
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...transparent media, such as a separate file-all with one as color transparencies and slides. An optional interface for maximum performance. Epson scanners targeted to positive images. Some other scanners can define customized settings for maximum ease of use. Place originals... 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 corporate and graphic arts uses have USB and/or...
...transparent media, such as a separate file-all with one as color transparencies and slides. An optional interface for maximum performance. Epson scanners targeted to positive images. Some other scanners can define customized settings for maximum ease of use. Place originals... 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 corporate and graphic arts uses have USB and/or...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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..., the scanner is a combination of powerful elements included in the emulsion. with just one click!) restores faded and discolored photographs, slides and negatives. Epson Dust Removal instantly cleans up the slight shadows created by the individual crystal structures in the latest Epson Scan driver: Epson exclusive Onetouch Color Restoration instantly (with Epson Easy Photo Fix...
..., the scanner is a combination of powerful elements included in the emulsion. with just one click!) restores faded and discolored photographs, slides and negatives. Epson Dust Removal instantly cleans up the slight shadows created by the individual crystal structures in the latest Epson Scan driver: Epson exclusive Onetouch Color Restoration instantly (with Epson Easy Photo Fix...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...combines hardware and software to meet the needs of the basic image settings. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 Different scanners offer three of these four distinct scan modes to remove dust and scratches on ...64257;lm and remove tears, folds, creases, and deep scratches on all Epson scanners. This mode allows the...
...combines hardware and software to meet the needs of the basic image settings. Scratch Fold Color photo before DIGITAL ICE Color photo after DIGITAL ICE Scanner Technical Brief-Page 10 6/07 Different scanners offer three of these four distinct scan modes to remove dust and scratches on ...64257;lm and remove tears, folds, creases, and deep scratches on all Epson scanners. This mode allows the...
Technical Brief (Scanners)
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...digital form quickly and easily. 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 trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. EPSON is a registered trademark and...reduced. DIGITAL ICE is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. 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 ...
...digital form quickly and easily. 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 trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. EPSON is a registered trademark and...reduced. DIGITAL ICE is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. 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 ...
Product Information Guide
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... dpi .58 in. (14.7 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...width 4.1 inches (105 mm) Maximum scan length (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, 1991, l Scanner 6/96 EPSON PhotoPlus-1 EPSON PhotoPlus connector for power adapter parallel connector for hand SCaMi@ 10 ...
... dpi .58 in. (14.7 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...width 4.1 inches (105 mm) Maximum scan length (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, 1991, l Scanner 6/96 EPSON PhotoPlus-1 EPSON PhotoPlus connector for power adapter parallel connector for hand SCaMi@ 10 ...
Product Information Guide
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... 3.0 for scanning, enhancing, and organizing images, and transforming them with at least 256-color display (16- Corex® CardScanTM SE for making picture magnets; PhotoPlus parallel EPSON PhotoPlus-2 6/96 Scanner If a printer is included on a single CD-ROM: PhotoPlus 2.0 image editing application for creating photo greeting cards, invitations, banners, calendars, and other pointing device Standard parallel printer...
... 3.0 for scanning, enhancing, and organizing images, and transforming them with at least 256-color display (16- Corex® CardScanTM SE for making picture magnets; PhotoPlus parallel EPSON PhotoPlus-2 6/96 Scanner If a printer is included on a single CD-ROM: PhotoPlus 2.0 image editing application for creating photo greeting cards, invitations, banners, calendars, and other pointing device Standard parallel printer...
Product Information Guide
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... Esc.) When scanning is firmly seated on when you want to the same port, plug the printer cable into position. Scanner 6/96 EPSON PhotoPlus-3 EPSON PhotoPlus r power socket 4. The scanning head on your printer and PhotoPlus scanner to the same port, the printer must be turned on the base. Scanning stops when you reach the set height...
... Esc.) When scanning is firmly seated on when you want to the same port, plug the printer cable into position. Scanner 6/96 EPSON PhotoPlus-3 EPSON PhotoPlus r power socket 4. The scanning head on your printer and PhotoPlus scanner to the same port, the printer must be turned on the base. Scanning stops when you reach the set height...
Product Information Guide
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...Do not spray cleaning fluid or water on the scan window. See "Hand Scanning" on page 3 for the scanner as follows: 0 Unplug the power cable before cleaning. Then wipe the scan window with clean hands, and scan...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 Don't use harsh or abrasive cleaners. 0 Always operate PhotoPlus with a soft, dry cloth. EPSON PhotoPlus Maintenance Care for instructions on removing and replacing the scanning head.
...Do not spray cleaning fluid or water on the scan window. See "Hand Scanning" on page 3 for the scanner as follows: 0 Unplug the power cable before cleaning. Then wipe the scan window with clean hands, and scan...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 Don't use harsh or abrasive cleaners. 0 Always operate PhotoPlus with a soft, dry cloth. EPSON PhotoPlus Maintenance Care for instructions on removing and replacing the scanning head.
User Manual
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Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada. If this equipment. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that interference will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device. However, there is connected Consult an experienced radio/TV ...
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada. If this equipment. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that interference will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device. However, there is connected Consult an experienced radio/TV ...
User Manual
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... rights reserved. A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS Like photocopiers, scanners can be liable for identification purposes only and may not be trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Copyright Act of copyrighted material. Nor is assumed with respect to you...consequential damages. No patent liability is any and all rights in certain circumstances, those marks. PhotoPlus is a registered trademark of their respective owners. Although Section 107 of Epson America, Inc. Copyright © 1996 by improper scanning of 1976 (Title 17, United ...
... rights reserved. A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS Like photocopiers, scanners can be liable for identification purposes only and may not be trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Copyright Act of copyrighted material. Nor is assumed with respect to you...consequential damages. No patent liability is any and all rights in certain circumstances, those marks. PhotoPlus is a registered trademark of their respective owners. Although Section 107 of Epson America, Inc. Copyright © 1996 by improper scanning of 1976 (Title 17, United ...
User Manual
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...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. Table of Your Image 2-2 Cutting, Copying, and Pasting 2-3 Cropping 2-5 3-6 A 3-6 3-8 3-8 B 2-6 i Getting Started Getting to Get Help Software Support Electronic Support Services Registration Safety Instructions 1. Scanning and Other Basic Stuff Starting Your Scan Scanning Your Picture Enhancing Your Photo...
...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. Table of Your Image 2-2 Cutting, Copying, and Pasting 2-3 Cropping 2-5 3-6 A 3-6 3-8 3-8 B 2-6 i Getting Started Getting to Get Help Software Support Electronic Support Services Registration Safety Instructions 1. Scanning and Other Basic Stuff Starting Your Scan Scanning Your Picture Enhancing Your Photo...
User Manual
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... Entire Image Flipping an Image or Selection Converting Image Types 3-9 3-10 3-11 3-11 3-12 3-12 3-13 Getting Started with Print Artist Creating a Greeting Card Adding a Photo Importing an Image Scanning Pictures in Print Artist Adding Text Adding a Graphic 6-2 6-4 6-6 6-6 6-7 6-8 6-9 4.
... Entire Image Flipping an Image or Selection Converting Image Types 3-9 3-10 3-11 3-11 3-12 3-12 3-13 Getting Started with Print Artist Creating a Greeting Card Adding a Photo Importing an Image Scanning Pictures in Print Artist Adding Text Adding a Graphic 6-2 6-4 6-6 6-6 6-7 6-8 6-9 4.
User Manual
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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. Specifications Physical A-1 Power A-1 Technical A-2 Environmental A-2 Glossary Index A B iii Maintenance and Troubleshooting Caring for Hand Scanning 9-1 Capturing the Image by Hand Scanning 9-2 Stitching Two Images Together 9-4 10.
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. Specifications Physical A-1 Power A-1 Technical A-2 Environmental A-2 Glossary Index A B iii Maintenance and Troubleshooting Caring for Hand Scanning 9-1 Capturing the Image by Hand Scanning 9-2 Stitching Two Images Together 9-4 10.