Epson Expression 636 User manual

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Where to Find Information
Setup Guide (this document)
Describes how to set up the scanner, install the scanner software,
and use the scanner to perform basic scanning. It also covers how
to install options.
Online Reference Guide
Provides basic information about scanning. It also includes
information on settings and functions of the scanner software
(EPSON Scan.) Information is also available on maintenance,
troubleshooting, technical specifications, and customer support.
Information on Epson Scanner Software (online help)
Provides you with detailed information on EPSON Scan. To
access the Software online help, click the Help button in the EPSON
Scan window.
Information on other Software
Refer to the respective documentation for the information.
The CD-ROM shipped with your scanner
includes the following guide as well as the
scanner driver.

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Color Image Scanner
®
Setup Guide
1 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 Getting to Know Your Scanner . . . . . . . . . 3
3 Installing the Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4 Setting Up the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5 Using Your Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7 Problems?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information
contained herein.
Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this
product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third
parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications,
repairs, or alterations to this product.
Seiko Epson Corporation and its affiliates shall not be liable against any damages or problems
arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated
as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.
EPSON Scan is based in part on the work of the Independent JEPG Group.
EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States of America and other countries.
Adobe, Acrobat Reader, and Photoshop are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated.
Apple, Macintosh, Mac, iMac, and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.
SilverFast is either a registered trademark or trademark of LaserSoft Imaging AG in the
United States of America and other countries.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and
may be trademarks of their respective companies.
Copyright © 2004 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cCautions 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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1Safety Instructions
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 power cord that comes with this product. Use of
another cord may result in fire or electric shock.
❏This product’s power cord is for use with this product only.
Use with other equipment may result in fire or electric shock.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the scanner's
label and always supply power directly from a standard
domestic electrical outlet with the power cord that meets the
relevant local safety standards.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical
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 to become damaged or frayed.
❏If you are using 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 electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet's
ampere rating.

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❏Except as specifically explained in this Setup Guide and the
Online Reference Guide, do not attempt to service the scanner
yourself.
❏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.)
❏For Hong Kong and Singapore users:
Replace fuses only with those with of the correct size and
rating.
❏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.

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2Getting to Know Your Scanner
Unpacking the Scanner
Your EPSON Expression 10000XL comes shipped with CD-ROMs
that include driver software to run your scanner, and some
additional items. The contents may vary in certain locations.
scanner
USB interface cable
power cord
Setup Guide CD-ROMs

4Getting to Know Your Scanner
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Options
The following options are available to expand the versatility of
your scanner. For detailed information on the use of these options,
see “Options” on page 18.
Note:
Some options are not available in some areas.
A3 Transparency Unit (B81336✽)
Allows you to scan transparent materials primarily 35 mm slides
and filmstrips. The Transparency Unit’s reading area allows you
to scan films up to 309 x 420 mm in size.
A3 Automatic Document Feeder (B81321✽)
Allows you to scan up to 100 single- or double-sided pages
automatically. This option feeds a document from the top page
down, which preserves the original page order.
Using this option with an optical character recognition (OCR)
software, you can use the scanned text in word processing
programs as if you had typed it by yourself.
EPSON Network Image Express Card (B80839✽)
Enables an Epson scanner supporting EPSON Scan and network
connection to become shareable on a network. This allows you to
perform various scanning operations in a network environment
using less power and space. For more information, see the manual
that comes with this product.
Note:
The asterisk is a substitute for the last digit of the product number, which
varies by country.

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3Installing the Software
The software CD contains the scanner software and the Online
Reference Guide.
You must install the software BEFORE connecting the scanner
to your computer.
Note:
❏For Windows XP and Windows 2000, you need the administrative
privilege to install the software.
❏EPSON Scan does not support the UNIX File System (UFS) for
Mac OS X. You must install the software on a disk or in a partition
that does not use UFS.
Note for Mac OS X 10.3 users:
Do not use the Fast User Switching function while using Expression
10000XL.
Insert the software CD in the CD-ROM or DVD drive, and then
start the installer following the instructions below.
For Windows users
1. The installer starts automatically. If necessary, start it by
double-clicking the EPSON CD-ROM icon.
2. If a message appears to prompt you to disable your antivirus
software, click Continue.
3. If you are prompted to select a language, select your preferred
language.
4. On the Software Installation screen, click Install EPSON Scan.
Follow the on-screen instruction until all of the software is
installed.

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5. On the Software Installation screen, click Install Reference
Guide. Follow the on-screen instruction until all of the
software is installed.
6. When a message appears to indicate that installation is
complete, click Exit.
Note:
If you do not have Adobe Photoshop Elements and LaserSoft SilverFast
on your computer yet, install them from the CD-ROM included with
your scanner. To install the software, insert the Photoshop CD or
SilverFast CD in the CD-ROM drive, and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
For Macintosh users
Installing EPSON Scan
1. For Mac OS X users:
Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon on your desk top.
Double-click the EPSON Scan folder in the EPSON folder,
and then double-click the Mac OS X folder.
For Mac OS 9 users:
Double-click the EPSON Scan folder in the EPSON folder.
Double-click the Mac OS 9 folder, and then double-click your
preferred language folder. If the EPSON Scan folder does not
open automatically, double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.
2. Double-click the EPSON Scan Installer icon, and then follow
the on-screen instruction until all of the software is installed.
For Mac OS X users:
If the Authenticate window appears, click the key icon, enter
the administrator's name and password, and then click OK.
3. When a message appears to indicate that installation is
complete, click Quit.

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Installing Reference Guide
1. For Mac OS X users:
Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon on your desk top, and
then double-click the Manual folder in the EPSON folder.
For Mac OS 9 users:
Double-click the Manual icon in the EPSON folder. If the
EPSON Scan folder does not open automatically, double-click
the EPSON CD-ROM icon.
2. Double-click the language folder you prefer and then
double-click the Installer icon. Follow the on-screen
instruction until all of the software is installed.
3. When a message appears to indicate that installation is
complete, click OK.
Note:
If you do not have Adobe Photoshop Elements and LaserSoft SilverFast
on your computer yet, install them from the CD-ROM included with
your scanner. To install the software, insert the Photoshop CD or
SilverFast CD in the CD-ROM drive, and then follow the on-screen
instructions.

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4Setting Up the Scanner
Choosing a Place for the Scanner
Follow the guidelines below when selecting a location for your
scanner.
❏Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. The scanner does
not operate properly if it is tilted at an angle.
❏Place the scanner close enough to the computer for the
interface cable to reach it easily.
❏Place the scanner near an electrical outlet where the power
cord can be easily unplugged.
❏Keep the scanner away from high temperature, humidity and
excessive dirt or dust. Also avoid using or storing the scanner
in places subject to rapid changes of temperature and
humidity.
❏Keep the scanner away from direct sunlight and strong light
sources.
❏Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

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❏Allow space behind the scanner for the cables, and space
above the scanner so that you can fully raise the document
cover.
573 mm
150 mm or more
458 mm
656 mm
132 mm

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Setting Up
You must install the software BEFORE connecting the scanner
to your computer.
1. Make sure that the scanner is turned off. The scanner is off
when the .Power button is raised.
2. Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the
scanner, and then plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
Note:
When you connect the power cord to the AC inlet, you need to force
it in at the entrance; otherwise, the transportation lock will not be
released.
.Power button

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3. Turn on the scanner by pressing the .Power button.
The scanner turns on and starts initialization. The Ready light
flashes in green until the scanner finishes initialization; it then
stops flashing and stays green. This indicates that the scanner
is ready for use.
cCaution:
Whenever you turn off the scanner, wait at least 10 seconds before
turning it back on.
Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer
See the sections below to connect the scanner using the USB or
IEEE 1394 interface.
Note:
❏Be sure to install the scanner software before connecting the scanner
to your computer. See “Installing the Software” on page 5 for details.
❏Do not use the USB interface cable and an IEEE 1394 interface cable
at the same time.
❏Do not connect or disconnect the USB interface cable and an IEEE
1394 interface cable when the scanner is in use.
.Power button
Ready light

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Connecting the scanner using the USB interface
cable
Note:
The USB 2.0 Hi-speed connection is not supported by Windows 98,
Windows Me, and Mac OS 9.
Connect one end of the supplied USB interface cable to the USB
port on the back of the scanner, and the other end to an USB hub
or the USB port on your computer.
Note:
❏For USB 2.0 Hi-speed connection, make sure USB 2.0 Host Driver
by Microsoft is installed on your computer.
❏If you connect your scanner through more than one hub, your
system may not work properly. In this case, try connecting the
scanner directly to the computer’s USB port. Also, your system may
not work properly if you use an USB interface cable other than the
one supplied by Epson.
USB interface
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Connecting the scanner using an IEEE 1394
interface cable
Note:
❏IEEE 1394 interface connection is not supported by Windows 98.
❏Prepare an IEEE 1394 interface cable before performing this
operation.
1. Connect one end of an IEEE 1394 interface cable to the IEEE
1394 port on the back of the scanner.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the IEEE 1394 port on
your computer, or another IEEE 1394 device.
If there are already IEEE 1394 devices connected to your
computer, connect the scanner so that it is the last IEEE 1394
device in the daisy chain.
Note:
Basically, use an IEEE 1394 interface cable that comes with 2 six-pin
connectors at each end. If IEEE 1394 devices with four-pin connectors
are used in a daisy chain or tree, you need to use a 6:4 converter cable.

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5Using Your Scanner
Placing a Document
1. Make sure the scanner is turned on.
2. Open the document cover and place the document face down
on the document table.
Note:
An area of 1±0.5 mm from the horizontal and the vertical edges of
the document table glass cannot be scanned.
3. Close the document cover.
Note:
❏Do not place heavy objects on the top of the scanner.
❏Do not move the scanner while it is scanning a document; this
is to avoid the scanned image becoming distorted.
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Scanning Your Document Using EPSON Scan
EPSON Scan provides three modes for you to modify any
scanning settings: Home Mode, Office Mode, and Professional
Mode. This section describes how to start EPSON Scan from
Photoshop Elements in the Home Mode. The Home Mode lets you
scan images using the basic settings. For more details, see your
Online Reference Guide and Software online help.
Note:
If you do not have the Online Reference Guide on your computer, see
“Installing the Software” on page 5 to install it from the CD-ROM.
Note for Macintosh users:
Most illustrations shown in this section are for Windows. They may be
different in appearance from what actually appears on your screen;
however the instructions are the same, except as noted.
Note for Mac OS X 10.3 users:
Do not use the Fast User Switching function while using Expression
10000XL.
1. Start Adobe Photoshop Elements.
For Windows users:
Click Start, point to All Programs (for Windows XP users) or
Programs (for Windows 2000, Me or 98 users), and then click
Adobe Photoshop Elements.
For Macintosh users:
Double-click the Adobe Photoshop Elements folder in
Macintosh HD, and then double-click the Photoshop
Elements icon.

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2. Select Import from the File menu, and then choose EPSON
Expression 10000XL. EPSON Scan starts.
Note for Windows XP users:
Do not choose WIA-EPSON Expression10000XL from the menu
to select the scanner. If you select it, you cannot use the Epson
scanner functions fully.
3. Specify the Document Type, Image Type, and Destination
settings to match your images.
4. Click Preview to preview the image.
5. Use Target Size to specify the output size of the scanned
image.