Epson 1640XL - Expression Graphic Arts User manual

User's Guide User's Guide
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Where to Find Information
This Setup Guide
This guide shows how to set up the scanner and calibrate the screen,
how to install the scanner software and options, and how to use the
scanner and make basic scans.
EPSON Scan Server & EPSON TWAIN Pro Network User's Guide
Provides detailed instructions for installing and using EPSON Scan
Server and EPSON TWAIN Pro Network software.
Online Reference Guide
Included on the EPSON Scanner Software CD-ROM, this guide
provides basic information about scanning and details on EPSON
TWAIN Pro and other EPSON scanner software. Descriptions of
EPSON TWAIN Pro also apply to EPSON TWAIN Pro Network.
Finally, it offers troubleshooting tips and customer support
information.
Online Color Guide (may not be available in some countries)
Included on the EPSON Scanner Software CD-ROM, this guide
explains color imaging basics and how to get impressive results from
your scanner and other EPSON products.
Online Help for EPSON TWAIN Pro and EPSON TWAIN Pro
Network
Online help provides you with detailed information on EPSON
TWAIN Pro and EPSON TWAIN Pro Network; click the ?button in
the EPSON TWAIN Pro or EPSON TWAIN Pro Network dialog box.
Information on PageManager and other software
Online documentation for PageManager for EPSON and other
software is available on the EPSON Scanner Software CD-ROM and
the CD-ROM for each additional software.

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Color Image Scanner
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Contents
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Scanner
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Unpacking the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Attaching the Document Guide Strip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Scanner Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Lights and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Scanner
Choosing a Place for the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Releasing the Transportation Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Plugging in the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer using
the SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Understanding SCSI connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Setting the SCSI ID number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Setting the terminator switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Connecting the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Power-on sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Power-off sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

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Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer using
the USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Understanding USB connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Connecting the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Chapter 3 Installing the Software
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
For PCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
For Macintosh SCSI users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
For Macintosh USB users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Installing the Scanner Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
For Windows 2000 users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
For Windows 98 users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
For Windows 95 and NT 4.0 users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Upgrading from Windows 95 to Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Upgrading from Windows 98,95 or NT 4.0 to
Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Installing the Scanner Software for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Calibrating Your Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Selecting Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
For Windows 2000 and Windows 98 users . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
For Macintosh users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Chapter 4 Using Your Scanner
Scanning Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Placing a Document on the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Removing the Cover for Thick or Large Documents . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Starting EPSON TWAIN Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Scanning an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Scan All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Saving the Scanned Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Scanning by Pressing the Start button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Using the Document Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23

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Chapter 5 Using the Start Button
The Start Button Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
PageManager for EPSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Target applications in the Scan Buttons bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Assigning an application to the Start button . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Adding Applications to the Scan Buttons Bar . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Registering new applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Setting Up EPSON Scanner Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Setting Up the Start Button Feature for Windows 2000
and Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Chapter 6 Options
Using the Transparency Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Unpacking the Transparency Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Removing the shipping screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Transparency Unit Start button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Installing the Transparency Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Film holders and reflective document mat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Positioning transparencies for scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Scanning normal documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Adjusting the angle of the transparency guide . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Using the Automatic Document Feeder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Unpacking the Automatic Document Feeder. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Installing the Automatic Document Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Loading documents in the Automatic Document
Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23
Loading documents manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
Scanning from the Automatic Document Feeder . . . . . . . . 6-26
Changing the orientation of scanned images. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28
Fixing paper jams in the Automatic Document
Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32
Document specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34

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Using the IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35
Installing the IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card in
your scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36
Understanding IEEE 1394 connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-38
Connecting to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-38
Installing the Scanner Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40
Glossary
Index

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Important Safety Instructions
Read all these instructions and save them for later reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the scanner.
❏Unplug the scanner before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth
only. Do not spill liquid on the scanner.
❏Do not place the scanner on an unstable surface, or near a
radiator or heat source.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the scanner's
label.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.
Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air
control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏Do not allow the power cord become damaged or frayed.
❏If you use an extension cord with the scanner, make sure the
total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension
cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Also, make
sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the
wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating.
❏Except as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not
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❏Unplug the scanner and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the
scanner; if the scanner has been dropped or the case damaged;
if the scanner does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct
change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are not
covered by the operating instructions.)
❏If you plan to use the scanner in Germany, observe the
following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-
current protection for this scanner, the building installation
must be protected by a 10 or 16 Amp circuit breaker.
Note for German-speaking users:
Bei Anschluss des Scanners an die Stromversorgung muss
sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einer
10A- oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
MWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
?Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation
of your scanner.

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ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON
has determined that this product meets
the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is
a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment
industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal
computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers, and
scanners, in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power
generation.
For United Kingdom Users
Safety information
MWarning:
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for
voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the
supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow — Earth
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live

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As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the earth
symbol (/).
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.

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Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your Scanner
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Unpacking the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Attaching the Document Guide Strip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Scanner Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Lights and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

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Features
The EPSON EXPRESSION 1640XL scanner offers the following
features:
❏Optical resolution of 1600 dots per inch (dpi) for main
scanning, and 3200 dpi with micro step for sub scanning
(42-bit input, 42-bit output).
❏A3/USB (Ledger) size scanning area.
❏Start Button control for shortcut local and scanning operation
over a network.
In a stand-alone configuration, the =Start button can
automatically start a scanning sequence by invoking Page
Manager and EPSON TWAIN Pro, scanning documents,
launching a graphical application and importing the scanned
image to the application.
In a network configuration, pressing the =Start button on
the scanner starts the same operation as clicking the Scan
button in the EPSON TWAIN Pro Network dialog box.
❏Full color or grayscale scanning. Capture your images with
up to 440 billion colors, or up to 16,384 shades of gray.
❏EPSON TWAIN Pro lets you take full advantage of your
scanner's advanced features.
❏EPSON TWAIN Pro Network and EPSON Scan Server
software work together to directly control all of the features
of your EPSON scanner on a network.
❏EPSON TWAIN Pro and TWAIN Pro Network’s Unsharp
Mask option automatically sharpens the image to provide
crisp detail.

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❏EPSON TWAIN Pro and TWAIN Pro Network’s De-
screening option automatically removes unwanted moiré
patterns from scanned images for higher quality output.
❏Auto Area Segmentation (AAS) allows you to separate text
from photographs on a page so that grayscale images are
clearer and text recognition is more accurate.
❏Text Enhancement Technology (TET) enhances text
recognition accuracy for optical character recognition (OCR)
scanning.
❏The Automatic Document Feeder, which enables continuous
sheet scanning, is available as an option.
❏The Transparency Unit, which allows you to scan negatives
and slide film, is available as an option.
❏The IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card, which enables high-speed
data transfer and vastly enhances your scanner’s
connectivity, is available as an option.
❏The EPSON Network Image Express scan server, which
allows you to share your scanner on a network without the
need for a scanner server PC, is available as an option.

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Unpacking the Scanner
Your EPSON EXPRESSION 1640XL comes shipped with CD-
ROMs which include the driver software that runs your scanner,
and some additional items, depending on the place of purchase.
scanner
USB interface cable
power cord
Document Guide Strip
Document Guide and adjust pins

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Attaching the Document Guide Strip
The document guide strip is designed to help you properly align
your documents when placing them on the document table.
Peel off the backing from the document guide strip, then place the
strip directly on the horizontal ruler of the document table as
shown in the illustration.
Note:
Be sure to remove the document guide strip from the document table
before using the optional Automatic Document Feeder.

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Scanner Parts
carriage
(at the home position)
operate button
ERROR light
document cover
READY lightstart button
RESET button
operate light
document table
option interface
connector
SCSI ID
rotary switch
AC socket
transportation
lock lever
optional interface slot
SCSI terminator
switch
SCSI interface
connectors
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Lights and Buttons
The scanner has three indicator lights and three buttons.
Lights
Lights Color Indicato
r Status
Meaning
OPERATE Green Lit Scanner is turned on.
READY Green
Lit Scanner is ready to scan.
Flashing Scanning operation is in progress.
Error. See your Online Reference
Guide.
ERROR Red
Lit This indicator also lights when an
error occurs.
Error. See your Online Reference
Guide.
Flashing

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Buttons
Options
The following optional items are available to expand the
versatility of your scanner. For detailed information on the use of
these options, see Chapter 6, “Options.”
Automatic Document Feeder (B81321✽
✽✽
✽)
Designed primarily for optical character recognition (OCR)
scanning, the Automatic Document Feeder allows you to scan up
to 100 single- or double-sided pages automatically, then use the
scanned text in word processing programs as if you had typed it
yourself. This option feeds the document from the top pagedown,
which preserves the original page order.
Transparency Unit (B81320✽
✽✽
✽)
Allows you to scan transparent materials; primarily 35 mm slides
and filmstrips. The Transparency Unit’s reading area allows you
to scan film up to 290 ×420 mm in size.
Button Function
OPERATE Turns the scanner on and off.
RESET Resets the scanner to its default settings after an error.
Pressing this button while scanning is in progress stops
the scanner and may cause an error in the scanning
software.
=start When the scanner is connected directly to your
computer, this button starts scanning and transfers the
scanned image to a pre-assigned application. When
using the scanner in a network environment, this button
has the same function as the Scan button in EPSON
TWAIN Pro Network.
To use this button, you need to set up your scanning
software as explained in Chapter 5.