Epson 3490 - Perfection Photo Scanner User manual

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Scanner Parts Option
The Multi Photo Feeder (part number B813372) lets you load
up to 24 photos or business cards and scan them automatically.
See the on-screen User’s Guide for instructions.
Scanner Specifications
Basic Specifications
Scanner type Flatbed, color
Photoelectric Color CCD line sensor
device
Effective pixels 27,200 × 37,400 pixels at 3200 dpi
Document size 8.5 × 11.7 inches (216 × 297 mm)
Letter size or A4 (reading area can
be specified from software)
Scanning 3200 dpi (main scan)
resolution 6400 dpi with Micro Step (sub scan)
Output 50 dpi to 12800 dpi
resolution (50 to 6400 dpi in 1 dpi increments.
9600 dpi and 12800 dpi performed with
zoom function.)
Color separation RGB color filters on CCD
Image data 16 bits per pixel per color internal
16 bits per pixel per color external
(maximum)
Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (Type B connector)
Light source White cold cathode fluorescent lamp
Dimensions Width: 10.8 inches (275 mm)
Depth: 16.5 inches (419 mm)
Height: 3.4 inches (86 mm)
Weight Approx. 6.6 lb (3.0 kg)
Document
table
Carriage and
lamp (in the
home position)
USB port
DC
inlet
Option
port
]Start button
Scanner cover with built in
transparency unit (TPU)
Transportation lock
(beneath scanner; see page 6)
{Copy button
|Scan to
E-mail button
aScan to
PDF button
Reflective
document mat
Cover
cable
Output tray
Edge guides
Cable

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Electrical
Input voltage DC 24.0 to 26.4 V
Ratedfrequency 50to60Hz
Rated current 1.4 A
Power 17.0 W operating (with TPU)
consumption 13.0 W standby mode
4.5 W sleep mode (with TPU)
Environmental
Temperature Operation: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
Storage: –13 to 140 °F (–25 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operation: 10 to 80%
(without Storage: 10 to 85%
condensation)
Operating Ordinary office or home conditions.
conditions Extreme dust should be avoided. Operation
under direct sunlight or near a strong light
source should be avoided.
Safety Approval
EMC FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B
USB Interface
Interface type Universal Serial Bus Specification
Revision 2.0
Electrical standard Full Speed mode (12 Mbits/s) and
Hi-Speed mode (480 Mbits/s) of Universal
Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0.
Connector type One receptacle (Type B)
AC Adapter
Input AC 100 to 120 V, 50 to 60 Hz, 1.0 A
Output DC 24.0 to 26.4 V, 1.4 A
Multi Photo Feeder Specifications
Basic Specifications
Product code B813372
Paper input Face-down loading
Paper output Face-down ejecting
Paper capacity 24 sheets (maximum thickness under 0.2
inches [6 mm])
Paper types Photo (4 × 6 and 3 × 5 inches), mini-photo
(2.25 × 3.25 inches), business card,
post card
Dimensions Width: 9.1 inches (231 mm)
Depth: 15.8 inches (401 mm)
Height: 2.0 inches (52 mm)
Weight Approx. 3.75 lb (1.7 kg)
Electrical
Rated input
voltage DC 24 V ± 10%, 5 V ± 10%
Rated input
current 24 V, 0.65 A
5 V, 0.2 A
Environmental
Temperature Operation: 50 to 86°F (10 to 30 °C)
Storage: –4 to 140 °F (–20 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operation: 20 to 80%
(without Storage: 10 to 85%
condensation)
Operating Ordinary office or home conditions.
conditions Extreme dust should be avoided. Operation
under direct sunlight or near a strong light
source should be avoided.
Safety Approval
EMC FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B
Using the Scanner Buttons
See the on-screen User’s Guide for instructions on using these
buttons:
]Start
button
{Copy
button
|Scan to
E-mail button
aScan to
PDF button

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❏To start a basic scan, press the ]Start button on the
scanner. Your computer automatically starts EPSON Scan
in Full Auto Mode (or the mode you used last). From
EPSON Scan, you can select a scanning mode, and then
scan and save your image to a file on your computer.
❏To start a scan and save it as a PDF file on your computer,
press the aScan to PDF button. EPSON Scan starts and
automatically selects PDF as the file type.
❏If you want to use the scanner as a copier and automatically
scan and print your image, you can press the {Copy
button. The EPSON Copy Utility starts automatically.
❏If you want to scan an
❏image and open your e-mail program so you can attach it to
an e-mail message, you can press the |Scan to E-mail
button.
Scanning Documents and Photos
1. Open the scanner cover.
Make sure the document
mat is installed inside the
scanner cover.
2. Place your document
or photo on the
document table, face
down on the glass.
Make sure the top of
the document or
photo is against the
front edge of the
scanner and centered
on the arrow mark.
3. An area of up to 0.2 inches (5 mm) from the horizontal and
the vertical sides of the scanner glass cannot be scanned. If
you place a document in the corner of the document table,
move it up and in slightly to avoid cropping.
4. If you are scanning multiple photos at once, position each
photo at least 0.8 inches (20 mm) apart from the others.
5. Close the scanner cover gently so that your original does not
move.
Restoring Photos
Using the Color Restoration feature in EPSON Scan, you can
transform old, faded, or badly exposed photos into ones with
true-to-life color and sharpness. You can restore printed photos,
negative film, or slides automatically as you scan them.
You can use Color Restoration in EPSON Scan’s Full Auto,
Home or Professional Mode. For detailed steps, see the
on-screen User’s Guide.
Full Auto Mode
Home and Professional Mode

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Scanning Film and Slides
The Perfection 3490 Photo scanner cover has a built-in
transparency unit. To scan film or slides, you’ll need to remove
the reflective document mat from the cover and place the film
in a holder on the scanner glass.
1. Lift the scanner cover all the way up and slide the reflective
document mat up and off of the scanner cover.
Note: Make sure the cover cable is connected to the back of the
scanner.
2. If you’re scanning film, slide it into the film holder with the
shiny base side facing down. Your images and any wording
on the film strip should appear backward on the side that
faces up.
3. Place the film holder in the correct position for your film or
slides. For slides, place the holder on the scanner first, then
place the slides in the holder. Match the letter on the film
holder tab with the corresponding letter on the scanner.
Note: Make sure the thin, rectangular calibration windows on
both ends of the film holder are uncovered to ensure an accurate
scan.
4. Close the scanner cover.
Position A Negatives
Scans the first 4 frames of the film strip in the 1, 2, 3, and 4
spots on the holder.
Position B Negatives
Scans the last 2 frames of the film strip in the 5 and 6 spots on
the holder.
Position C Slides
Place the holder on the scanner glass, then put the slides in
the holder. Place the top of the image toward the left side of
the scanner.
A
B
C

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5. When you’re finished scanning, you can store the film
holder in the scanner cover. Slide the film holder into the
cover, then replace the document mat.
Removing Dust From Film or Slides
Using the Dust Removal feature in EPSON Scan’s Full Auto,
Home, or Professional Mode, you can virtually “clean” the dust
marks from film or slides as you scan them. For detailed steps,
see the on-screen User’s Guide.
Reading the Scanner Light
The scanner’s ]Start light indicates the scanner status.
]Start light Scanner status
Flashing green Warming up or scanning.
Green Ready to scan.
Flashing red Make sure the transportation lock is unlocked.
Try restarting your computer and unplugging the
scanner. Wait 10 seconds, then plug the scanner
back in.
Off Make sure your scanner is connected to your
computer and plugged into a power source.
Full Auto Mode
Home and Professional Mode

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If an error occurs, the scanner stops operating and the scanner
light flashes red. This indicates one of the following problems:
❏The scanner is not connected to your computer properly or
your software is not fully installed. See the Start Here sheet
that came with your scanner for instructions on installing
the scanner software and connecting the scanner to your
computer.
❏The scanner transportation lock is locked. Slide the lock to
the unlock position.
After trying these solutions, turn off the scanner by unplugging
its power cord, then plug it in to turn it back on. If the scanner
light is still flashing:
❏The scanner may be malfunctioning.
❏The scanner lamp may need to be replaced.
❏The connected optional equipment may be malfunctioning.
Transporting the Scanner
Before transporting the scanner for a long distance or storing it
for an extended period of time, you need to lock the scanner’s
carriage to prevent damage.
1. Plug in the scanner, connect it to your computer, and wait
until the carriage moves to the home position (position
nearest the buttons). While the ]Start light is green,
unplug the scanner.
2. If the cover cable is attached,
disconnect it.
3. To lock the transportation lock, lift
the scanner and slide the lock to the
locked position. This secures the
carriage.
Caution: Do not turn the scanner over; this may damage it.
4. Attach the protective materials and repack the scanner in its
original box.
Related Documentation
CPD-19431 Epson Perfection 3490/3590 Photo
Start Here sheet
CPD-19432 Epson Perfection 3490/3590 Photo
Scanner Software CD-ROM
CPD-19433 Epson Perfection 3490/3590 Photo
Notices booklet
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User’s Guide (HTML)