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... not manufactured, distributed or certified by 47CFR §2.909. When warranty service involves the exchange of Product: Image scanner Model: J361A Marketing Name: DS-40 Epson America, Inc. This warranty is no guarantee that the Epson product covered by this equipment will be made freight collect. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATION MADE BY...
... not manufactured, distributed or certified by 47CFR §2.909. When warranty service involves the exchange of Product: Image scanner Model: J361A Marketing Name: DS-40 Epson America, Inc. This warranty is no guarantee that the Epson product covered by this equipment will be made freight collect. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATION MADE BY...
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Contents DS-40 User's Guide ...7 Scanner Basics...8 Scanner Parts Locations ...8 Scanner Parts...8 Scanner Buttons and Lights...11 Optional and User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts 13 Powering Your Scanner ...13 Installing Batteries ...13 Using the Optional AC Adapter...15 Changing the Power Off Setting ...16 Loading Originals...18 ...an Existing Wi-Fi Network 25 Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config 26 Setting Up Network Scanning...27 Determining the Scanner's IP Address 29 Direct Wi-Fi Mode Setup ...29 Enabling a Direct Wi-Fi Connection 30 Using WPS to Set Up a Direct...
Contents DS-40 User's Guide ...7 Scanner Basics...8 Scanner Parts Locations ...8 Scanner Parts...8 Scanner Buttons and Lights...11 Optional and User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts 13 Powering Your Scanner ...13 Installing Batteries ...13 Using the Optional AC Adapter...15 Changing the Power Off Setting ...16 Loading Originals...18 ...an Existing Wi-Fi Network 25 Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config 26 Setting Up Network Scanning...27 Determining the Scanner's IP Address 29 Direct Wi-Fi Mode Setup ...29 Enabling a Direct Wi-Fi Connection 30 Using WPS to Set Up a Direct...
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Assigning Start Button Settings or Scan Jobs 37 Scanning with Document Capture Pro and Document Capture 37 Scanning with Epson Scan...40 Available Image Adjustments ...42 Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program 43 Scanning Special Projects...45 Convert Scanned Documents to Editable ...62 Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly 63 Cannot Start Epson Scan ...63 Original Feeds Incorrectly in Scanner 64 Original Jams in Scanner...64 Scanning is Slow ...65 Solving Network Scanning Problems 66 Cannot Scan Over a Network ...66 Scanner Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point ...
Assigning Start Button Settings or Scan Jobs 37 Scanning with Document Capture Pro and Document Capture 37 Scanning with Epson Scan...40 Available Image Adjustments ...42 Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program 43 Scanning Special Projects...45 Convert Scanned Documents to Editable ...62 Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly 63 Cannot Start Epson Scan ...63 Original Feeds Incorrectly in Scanner 64 Original Jams in Scanner...64 Scanning is Slow ...65 Solving Network Scanning Problems 66 Cannot Scan Over a Network ...66 Scanner Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point ...
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OS X 72 Where to Uninstall Your Scanner Software 71 Uninstalling Scanner Software - Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image 70 Spots or Lines Appear in All Scanned Images 70 Scanned Image Edges are Cropped 71 When to ... and Approvals Specifications 78 Notices ...80 Important Safety Instructions...80 Battery Safety Instructions ...81 Restrictions on Copying ...82 Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products 83 Trademarks ...83 Copyright Notice...83 Open Source Software License ...84 Info-ZIP Copyright and License ...87 A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials...
OS X 72 Where to Uninstall Your Scanner Software 71 Uninstalling Scanner Software - Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image 70 Spots or Lines Appear in All Scanned Images 70 Scanned Image Edges are Cropped 71 When to ... and Approvals Specifications 78 Notices ...80 Important Safety Instructions...80 Battery Safety Instructions ...81 Restrictions on Copying ...82 Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products 83 Trademarks ...83 Copyright Notice...83 Open Source Software License ...84 Info-ZIP Copyright and License ...87 A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials...
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Scanner Parts Locations Powering Your Scanner Changing the Power Off Setting Scanner Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your scanner. Scanner Parts Scanner Buttons and Lights Optional and User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts Parent topic: Scanner Basics Scanner Parts Front 1 Edge guide 8 Scanner Basics See these sections to learn about the basic features of your scanner.
Scanner Parts Locations Powering Your Scanner Changing the Power Off Setting Scanner Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your scanner. Scanner Parts Scanner Buttons and Lights Optional and User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts Parent topic: Scanner Basics Scanner Parts Front 1 Edge guide 8 Scanner Basics See these sections to learn about the basic features of your scanner.
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Lights 1 The low battery light 2 The Wi-Fi light 3 The ready light Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations Related references Scanner Light Status 12
Lights 1 The low battery light 2 The Wi-Fi light 3 The ready light Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations Related references Scanner Light Status 12
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... type of different types, or mix new and old batteries. 13 You can purchase genuine Epson accessories at epson.com (U.S. Optional and User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts You can also purchase accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. If you connect your scanner using a Wi-Fi connection, you can use 4 AA batteries (Ni-MH, alkaline, or lithium...
... type of different types, or mix new and old batteries. 13 You can purchase genuine Epson accessories at epson.com (U.S. Optional and User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts You can also purchase accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. If you connect your scanner using a Wi-Fi connection, you can use 4 AA batteries (Ni-MH, alkaline, or lithium...
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Slide the battery cover back on. Note: The AC adapter does not recharge the batteries installed in the scanner. 15 Parent topic: Powering Your Scanner Related references Battery Safety Instructions Using the Optional AC Adapter When scanning a large number of documents over a wireless connection, use the optional AC adapter (part number B12B867201) to avoid draining the batteries. 3.
Slide the battery cover back on. Note: The AC adapter does not recharge the batteries installed in the scanner. 15 Parent topic: Powering Your Scanner Related references Battery Safety Instructions Using the Optional AC Adapter When scanning a large number of documents over a wireless connection, use the optional AC adapter (part number B12B867201) to avoid draining the batteries. 3.
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.... Select Epson, then EPSON Scan, then click EPSON Scan Settings. • OS X: Open the Applications folder, then open the Epson Software folder and double-click the EPSON Scan Settings icon. 16 Do one of the following to access the Epson Scan Settings utility: • Windows 8.x: Navigate to change the time period of inactivity before the scanner turns...
.... Select Epson, then EPSON Scan, then click EPSON Scan Settings. • OS X: Open the Applications folder, then open the Epson Software folder and double-click the EPSON Scan Settings icon. 16 Do one of the following to access the Epson Scan Settings utility: • Windows 8.x: Navigate to change the time period of inactivity before the scanner turns...
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If you enter a value of inactivity before the scanner turns off automatically. 4. Enter the time period of 0, the scanner will not turn off automatically as the Power Off Timer setting. 2. Parent topic: Scanner Basics 17 Click OK. Click Energy Saving. 3.
If you enter a value of inactivity before the scanner turns off automatically. 4. Enter the time period of 0, the scanner will not turn off automatically as the Power Off Timer setting. 2. Parent topic: Scanner Basics 17 Click OK. Click Energy Saving. 3.
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This may wrinkle or damage the original. 18 Slide the edge guide all the way out. Loading Originals Follow the instructions here to load your originals into the scanner. Loading Originals in the Input Slot Original Document Loading Capacity Plastic Card Loading Capacity Loading Originals in the Input Slot You can load an original that meets the document specifications in the input slot. 1. Caution: Do not load photos, or valuable original documents or artwork, directly into the scanner.
This may wrinkle or damage the original. 18 Slide the edge guide all the way out. Loading Originals Follow the instructions here to load your originals into the scanner. Loading Originals in the Input Slot Original Document Loading Capacity Plastic Card Loading Capacity Loading Originals in the Input Slot You can load an original that meets the document specifications in the input slot. 1. Caution: Do not load photos, or valuable original documents or artwork, directly into the scanner.
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Caution: Do not load the following types of paper that can load an original document that meets the specifications in the scanner, or they may damage the scanner: • Folded paper • Thermal paper • Coated paper 20 On Macintosh, the maximum length is 2.9 to 36.0 inches (73.7 to 914.4 mm). Related references... thickness 9 to 72 lb (35 to 270 g/m2) Less than 0.014 inch (0.38 mm) Loading capacity 1 sheet 1 envelope Note: The length of originals in your scanner.
Caution: Do not load the following types of paper that can load an original document that meets the specifications in the scanner, or they may damage the scanner: • Folded paper • Thermal paper • Coated paper 20 On Macintosh, the maximum length is 2.9 to 36.0 inches (73.7 to 914.4 mm). Related references... thickness 9 to 72 lb (35 to 270 g/m2) Less than 0.014 inch (0.38 mm) Loading capacity 1 sheet 1 envelope Note: The length of originals in your scanner.
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...; Transparencies • Glossy originals • Carbon-less paper • Perforated originals • Originals with labels or stickers • Envelopes that meets these specifications in your scanner.
...; Transparencies • Glossy originals • Carbon-less paper • Perforated originals • Originals with labels or stickers • Envelopes that meets these specifications in your scanner.
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...Connection Mode Switch Manual Network Connection Setup Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network Direct Wi-Fi Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Epson DocumentScan App for iOS/Android Connection Mode Switch The position of topic) Creates a local Wi-Fi network that allows other devices to connect ...directly to the scanner Connects to a computer via a mini-USB cable Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking Related concepts Connecting to a Wi-Fi router or access point (...
...Connection Mode Switch Manual Network Connection Setup Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network Direct Wi-Fi Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Epson DocumentScan App for iOS/Android Connection Mode Switch The position of topic) Creates a local Wi-Fi network that allows other devices to connect ...directly to the scanner Connects to a computer via a mini-USB cable Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking Related concepts Connecting to a Wi-Fi router or access point (...
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... Connection Setup If the software installation process did not result in a Wi-Fi connection between your computer to scan to the networked scanner. Follow the links here for your computer using EpsonNet Config. 3. Set up your scanner and a router or access point, do the following to manually connect to a network: 1. Connect your... scanner to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config Setting Up Network Scanning 24 Enter the network settings for instructions on each procedure. Parent topic: Wi-Fi ...
... Connection Setup If the software installation process did not result in a Wi-Fi connection between your computer to scan to the networked scanner. Follow the links here for your computer using EpsonNet Config. 3. Set up your scanner and a router or access point, do the following to manually connect to a network: 1. Connect your... scanner to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config Setting Up Network Scanning 24 Enter the network settings for instructions on each procedure. Parent topic: Wi-Fi ...
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Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network You can be connected to your computer over a wireless or wired network. 1 Epson scanner 2 Wireless router or access point 3 Computer with your scanner to communicate with a wireless interface 4 Computer 5 Internet 6 Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point) Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config Setting Up Network Scanning 25 The wireless router or access point can set up your computer using a wireless router or access point.
Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network You can be connected to your computer over a wireless or wired network. 1 Epson scanner 2 Wireless router or access point 3 Computer with your scanner to communicate with a wireless interface 4 Computer 5 Internet 6 Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point) Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config Setting Up Network Scanning 25 The wireless router or access point can set up your computer using a wireless router or access point.
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.... Turn on the scanner to the Apps screen and select EpsonNet Config. • Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config > EpsonNet Config. • OS X: Open the Applications folder, select Epson Software > EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config > EpsonNet Config. 5. Select Network Interface > Network > Basic (Wireless). 7. Open...
.... Turn on the scanner to the Apps screen and select EpsonNet Config. • Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config > EpsonNet Config. • OS X: Open the Applications folder, select Epson Software > EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config > EpsonNet Config. 5. Select Network Interface > Network > Basic (Wireless). 7. Open...
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...network scanning on your network, you can enter it in these steps. 1. Turn on the scanner to the network. Note: Make a note of the IP address or host name of the following to start Epson Scan Settings: • Windows 8.x: Navigate to your computer. Set the connection mode switch ...on the scanner. 12. Parent topic: Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network Related concepts Direct Wi-Fi Mode...
...network scanning on your network, you can enter it in these steps. 1. Turn on the scanner to the network. Note: Make a note of the IP address or host name of the following to start Epson Scan Settings: • Windows 8.x: Navigate to your computer. Set the connection mode switch ...on the scanner. 12. Parent topic: Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network Related concepts Direct Wi-Fi Mode...
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Select the Network setting and click Add. You see a screen like this: 4. Do one of the following: • Under Search for addresses, select the IP address of your scanner from the Select Scanner list. 3. Select your scanner, and click OK. 28 • OS X: Open the Applications folder, click Epson Software, and click EPSON Scan Settings. 2.
Select the Network setting and click Add. You see a screen like this: 4. Do one of the following: • Under Search for addresses, select the IP address of your scanner from the Select Scanner list. 3. Select your scanner, and click OK. 28 • OS X: Open the Applications folder, click Epson Software, and click EPSON Scan Settings. 2.