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  • Page 1 Color Graphics Scanner User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON scanner. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other scanners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents CHAPTER 1 WELCOME About Your Scanner About Your Software Getting More Information Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Reading Your Reference Guide Viewing Your Other Electronic Manuals Registering CHAPTER 2 SETTING UP YOUR SCANNER Unpacking Your Scanner Choosing a Good Place for Your Scanner Unlocking the Scanner Testing Your Scanner’s Operation Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer...
  • Page 4 Installing the Scanner Server Software on Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 Changing the Scanner Server Start Up Mode Setting Up Client Computers Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on Windows Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on a Macintosh HOW TO SCAN NETWORK SCANNING...
  • Page 5 Using a Network Scanner Starting EPSON Scan Server Starting EPSON TWAIN Pro Network Starting a Scan Stopping a Scan in Progress CHAPTER 5 USING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Transparency Unit Unpacking the Transparency Unit Removing the Shipping Screw Installing the Transparency Unit...
  • Page 6 Problems and Solutions Setup Problems Scanner Problems Software Problems Scanning Problems Uninstalling the Expression 1600 Software Uninstalling EPSON TWAIN Pro Uninstalling EPSON TWAIN Pro Network Uninstalling EPSON Scan Server Where To Get Help EPSON Technical Support Software Technical Support APPENDIX A Scanner...
  • Page 7 Automatic Document Feeder (B813162) General Electrical Environmental IEEE 1394 FireWire Scanner Interface Card (B808342) General Environmental APPENDIX B INSTALLING THE TCP/IP PROTOCOL Installing the TCP/IP Protocol on Windows 95 and Windows 98 Assigning an IP Address Installing the TCP/IP Protocol on Windows NT 4.0 Assigning an IP Address APPENDIX C NOTICES...
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  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Welcome

    Your scanner can achieve up to 1600 3200 dpi hardware resolution with EPSON’s proprietary Micro Step Drive its class. About Your Scanner Your EPSON Expression 1600 scanner comes with these features: Superior image quality with true optical resolution of 1600 dpi...

  • Page 10: About Your Software

    About Your Software The EPSON Expression 1600 scanner includes these leading-edge applications for professional-quality scans: EPSON TWAIN Pro Exclusive professional-quality scanner driver with powerful features for controlling every aspect of your scan. Includes Auto Area Segmentation (AAS) to separate text from background colors, and Text Enhancement Technology (TET) for more accurate OCR scanning.

  • Page 11: Getting More Information

    Special Edition model.) Getting More Information There are several ways to learn more about your EPSON Expression 1600. In addition to the printed materials, help utilities and electronic manuals are available on your computer and CD-ROMs. Here’s where to look for help: Checklists Read the checklist for your scanner model to make sure you have everything.

  • Page 12: Warnings, Cautions, Notes, And Tips

    Several of the applications that came with your scanner include electronic manuals in the Adobe Acrobat folder on the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM, as Manuals well as in the product folders. The Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE CD-ROM also includes an electronic user’s guide, as does the MonacoEZcolor 1.5 CD-ROM.

  • Page 13: Reading Your Reference Guide

    Reading Your Reference Guide Your electronic EPSON Expression 1600 Reference Guide is on your EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM. You can view it from the CD-ROM or copy it to your hard drive and view it from there. You must have a web browser (Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer, versions 3.0 or later).
  • Page 14 2. Click View Reference Guide Click a topic to expand its contents. 3. Click topics on the left to expand the contents. Then click the subtopic you want to view. . Your browser opens and you see this window: Expanded contents list...

  • Page 15: Viewing Your Other Electronic Manuals

    Viewing Your Other Electronic Manuals To view your electronic manual for Presto! PageManager for EPSON, Xerox TextBridge Classic, or any other PDF manuals, you’ll use Adobe Acrobat Reader. If Acrobat Reader is not already installed on your computer, you can install it with the other scanner software.
  • Page 16 Locate your PDF manuals as follows: EPSON Expression 1600 User’s Guide—You can find a PDF version of this user’s guide in the CD-ROM. Acrobat Reader—For Windows, select Help menu. For Macintosh, select browse to Help\Enu\Reader.pdf. Presto! PageManager—For Windows, click PageManager for EPSON...

  • Page 17: Registering

    Registering Please take a minute to fill out the registration card for your EPSON Expression 1600 and mail it back to us. This enables you to receive special information on options, new products, and software upgrades. You’ll get immediate attention if you have a...

  • Page 19: Setting Up Your Scanner

    1. Unpack and choose a place for your scanner. 2. Unlock the scanner. 3. Connect the scanner to your computer. 4. Power on your scanner, then power on your computer. 5. Install the scanner software. 6. View your electronic manuals. If you have a Macintosh, you may prefer to install the scanner software before you connect the scanner to your computer.

  • Page 20: Unpacking Your Scanner

    Unpacking Your Scanner Remove the scanner from the box, then remove the packing material from your scanner. Save the packaging in case you need it later. Your EPSON Expression 1600 comes with these items: scanner power cable USB cable The Special Edition model of the scanner doesn’t include MonacoEZcolor or Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE.
  • Page 21 If you have the Professional or Professional FireWire models of the EPSON Expression 1600, your scanner also comes with these items: transparency unit IEEE 1394 FireWire interface cable (available with the Professional FireWire model only) installation screws reflective document mat...

  • Page 22: Choosing A Good Place For Your Scanner

    Choosing a Good Place for Your Scanner Here are some points to consider: Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. If the scanner is tilted, it can’t operate properly. Make sure to place the scanner where you can easily unplug the power cord, and where your cable can reach your computer.

  • Page 23: Unlocking The Scanner

    Unlocking the Scanner Before connecting the scanner to a power source, you must release the transportation lock, located on the back of the scanner. Slide the transportation lock to the unlocked position, as shown. If you can’t slide the transportation lock easily, turn the scanner on;...

  • Page 24: Testing Your Scanner's Operation

    Testing Your Scanner’s Operation To make sure your scanner is working properly, it’s a good idea to turn it on before you connect it to your computer. 1. Make sure the scanner is plugged in. Then open the scanner’s document cover so you can see the operation of the lamp carriage.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Scanner To Your Computer

    Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer You can connect the scanner to your computer in any of these ways: If you have a Power Macintosh or your computer is running Windows 98, you can connect the Expression 1600 with the USB cable that came with the scanner. Windows 98 must be preinstalled on your computer;...

  • Page 26: Connecting To A Usb Interface

    Connecting to a USB Interface With the USB interface, you can connect or remove your scanner without having to shut down or restart your computer. Don’t disconnect or connect the USB cable when the Expression 1600 is scanning. Windows 98 must be preinstalled on your computer, not upgraded from Windows 95.

  • Page 27: Connecting To A Scsi Interface

    Connecting to a SCSI Interface Before you connect the scanner, you must have an ASPI-compliant SCSI 2 interface board installed in your computer (Adaptec SCSI 2 interface boards are recommended). Some computers come with a SCSI 2 board preinstalled; check your computer documentation.
  • Page 28 2. Squeeze the lock releases on the lock connector end of your SCSI cable, and then plug the cable into either SCSI connector on the back of the scanner. The cable is secure when both connector locks snap in. 3. Connect the pin end of the SCSI cable to the SCSI port on your computer, or to another SCSI device in the chain.

  • Page 29: Connecting To An Ieee 1394 Firewire Interface

    Connecting to an IEEE 1394 FireWire Interface If you have the Professional FireWire model of the Expression 1600, or if you’ve purchased the optional IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card, you can connect the scanner to your Macintosh using an IEEE 1394 FireWire interface. Your Macintosh must have a built-in IEEE 1394 FireWire port or an IEEE 1394 FireWire PCI card.

  • Page 30: Installing The Windows Software

    For instructions on installing software for a network scanner, go to Chapter 4, “Network Scanning.” When you’ve finished installing the software on your EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM, continue with “Installing Additional Windows Software” on page 45 if you want to install Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE, TextBridge Classic, or MonacoEZcolor.
  • Page 31 . (The wizard may Next also say that it has found an unknown device.) 3. Select Search for the best driver , and then click for your device Next 4. Insert the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive.
  • Page 32 , and locate the Windows 98 source files on your hard drive. Then Browse click .) When prompted for the EPSON Scanners Driver Disk 1, reinsert your EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM. 7. When you see the EPSON Screen Calibration Utility, move the slider right or left until the stripes match as closely as possible.
  • Page 33 The EPSON Screen Calibration Utility calibrates the preview image you see in your EPSON TWAIN Pro driver to match your monitor settings. You won’t need to change the screen calibration as long as you continue to use the same display. If you need to...
  • Page 34 This software is not included with your scanner. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software. If you’re done installing software, remove the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM and restart your computer. Then follow the instructions in the next section to make sure your scanner is operating properly.
  • Page 35 Scanners and icon in the Windows Control Cameras Panel to open the Scanners and Cameras Properties window. 2. Make sure EPSON Expression1600 selected, and then click the button. 3. Click the Test Scanner or Camera button. If the scanner is operating...
  • Page 36 1. Double-click the icon in your Windows Cameras Control Panel to open the Scanners and Cameras Properties window. 2. Make sure EPSON Expression 1600 selected, and click the button. You see the EPSON Expression 1600 Properties window. Scanners and Properties...

  • Page 37: Installing The Windows 95 Software

    3. Click the tab. Make sure Utility as default scanner for EPSON is checked, and then click TWAIN Pro Installing the Windows 95 Software Before you begin, make sure the Expression 1600 is connected to your computer. Also, make sure you’ve recalibrated your monitor to factory specifications.
  • Page 38 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. Then click Locations 3. Browse to the following location on your CD-ROM drive: EPSON\English\Win95 example on the right uses “E” as the CD-ROM drive letter. Your CD-ROM drive may have a different letter.) Click Other .
  • Page 39 TWAIN Pro and other software on your Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM. Installing Other Software on Your Scanning Tools CD-ROM Follow these steps to install EPSON TWAIN Pro, Presto! PageManager, and Acrobat Reader: 1. Double-click the My Computer your Windows desktop, then double-click CD-ROM icon.
  • Page 40 A check mark appears beside applications selected for installation. You must install EPSON TWAIN Pro to use your scanner. If you want to deselect either Presto! PageManager or Acrobat Reader, click the application to clear the check mark. Then click Don’t select either of the two network applications, EPSON...
  • Page 41 “Installing Additional Windows Software” on page 45. The EPSON Screen Calibration Utility calibrates the preview image you see in your EPSON TWAIN Pro driver to match your monitor settings. You won’t need to change the screen calibration as long as you continue to use the same display.

  • Page 42: Installing The Windows Nt 4.0 Software

    If you need help locating your source files, contact your computer manufacturer. 1. Turn on your scanner first; then turn on your computer. 2. Log onto Windows NT. Then insert the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM. 3. When you see the Select Language window, make sure click to display the Software Setup window.
  • Page 43 PageManager or Acrobat Reader, click the application to clear the check mark. Then click Don’t select either of the two network applications, EPSON TWAIN Pro Network or EPSON Scan Server. If you want to install software for a network scanner, go to Chapter 4, “Network Scanning.”...
  • Page 44 “Installing Additional Windows Software” on page 45. The EPSON Screen Calibration Utility calibrates the preview image you see in your EPSON TWAIN Pro driver to match your monitor settings. You won’t need to change the screen calibration as long as you continue to use the same display.

  • Page 45: Installing Additional Windows Software

    MonacoEZcolor are not included with the Special Edition model of the scanner. Installing TextBridge Classic 1. If necessary, insert the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. You see the window on the right. (If the Select Language window doesn’t appear,...

  • Page 46: Installing Adobe Photoshop 5.0 Le

    5. At the first screen, click install TextBridge Classic. When installation is complete, remove the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM. If you’re done installing software, restart your computer. Installing Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE To find out how to upgrade to the full version of Adobe Photoshop 5.0, see the Acrobat file titled Upgrade.pdf...

  • Page 47: Installing The Macintosh Software

    51.) If you don’t calibrate your monitor, you may get inconsistent scanning results. 1. Turn on your Macintosh and turn off any virus protection programs you’re using. 2. Insert the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive.
  • Page 48 Your computer restarts. The EPSON Screen Calibration Utility calibrates the preview image you see in your EPSON TWAIN Pro driver to match your monitor settings. If you need to recalibrate your screen at a later time, double-click the EPSON Screen Calibration icon in the EPSON Scanner folder on your hard drive.

  • Page 49: Installing Other Software On Your Scanning Tools Cd-Rom

    CD-ROM and restart your computer. If you want to install other software, continue with the instructions below. folder, then double-click the CD-ROM icon to open the EPSON folder. Double-click the icon and follow the instructions on the screen to folder.

  • Page 50: Installing Adobe Photoshop 5.0 Le

    Installing Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE To find out how to upgrade to the full version of Adobe Photoshop 5.0, see the Acrobat file titled Upgrade.pdf must have Acrobat Reader installed to view this file). If you have the Special Edition model, Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE does not come with your scanner.

  • Page 51: Installing Monacoezcolor

    Selecting the Expression 1600 as Your Default Scanner If you have more than one EPSON scanner connected to your computer, you can choose which scanner you want to use. Follow these steps to choose the Expression 1600 as your default scanner: 1.

  • Page 53: How To Scan

    100 dpi with a 300 dpi laser printer, and up to 200 dpi with a 600 dpi laser printer. For 1440 dpi ink jet printers, such as the EPSON Stylus COLOR series, use a scanning resolution of up to 300 dpi. Try a scanning resolution of 240 dpi for 720 dpi printing.

  • Page 54: Scaling (Resizing) Images

    Scanning Color Images If the colors in your scanned image don’t match those in your original document, try experimenting with the EPSON TWAIN Pro main window to display the Destination window, and then select or deselect Unsharp Mask To reproduce the most accurate colors, use MonacoEZcolor to create color profiles for your scanner, printer, and monitor.

  • Page 55: Batch Scanning

    If you set your film directly on the scanner’s document table, you should preview your scan and click the Focus button on the Preview window to set the focus position to . See your electronic EPSON Expression 1600 Software Reference Guide for more information.

  • Page 56: Recommended Settings

    (35 mm film) Positive transparency (35 mm slides) Recommendations for EPSON TWAIN Pro also apply to EPSON TWAIN Pro Network. If your output is for on-screen viewing (for example, on a web page), select a resolution of 72 dpi. This Image Type is available only in certain applications, such as Photoshop.

  • Page 57: Step-By-Step Scanning Instructions

    (See “Installing the Transparency Unit” on page 95.) If you have the Professional or Professional FireWire model of the EPSON Expression 1600, the transparency unit came with your scanner. If you have the Artist or Special Edition models, you can order the transparency unit.

  • Page 58: Scanning With Epson Twain Pro

    Click to display a preview of the image. , and as your Image Type , if you’re sending the scanned image to an EPSON . In the . Then click Select . In the Select a source as your Flatbed...

  • Page 59: Scan Button

    Generally it’s a good idea to use the Auto Exposure button to obtain the best settings for your scan. If you’re not satisfied with the results, see your electronic EPSON Expression 1600 Software Reference Guide for information about adjusting settings.

  • Page 60: Using The ] Start Button

    8. Click to close the EPSON TWAIN Pro window and return to your Close application. Don’t leave photographs on the document table for long periods of time; they may stick to the glass. Using the ] Start Button You can load a document in the scanner, press the ] Start button, and watch while Presto! PageManager starts and then scans, copies, faxes, or e-mails your document.

  • Page 61: Setting Up The ] Start Button

    NT” on page 62. If you have a Macintosh, go to “Macintosh” on page 63. Windows 98 Follow these steps to assign an application to the ] Start button: 1. Double-click the Scanners and icon in the Windows Control Cameras Panel. 2. Select EPSON Expression1600 click the button. Properties...
  • Page 62 Whenever you press the scanner’s ] Start button, the application you assigned launches. If you assigned Presto! PageManager, it automatically starts EPSON TWAIN Pro. If you assigned another application, you must start EPSON TWAIN Pro manually. Windows 95 and Windows NT You don’t need to assign an application to the ] Start button if you want it to...
  • Page 63 Open Launch Application 4. Click to close the EPSON Scanner Monitor window and save your setting. Whenever you press the scanner’s ] Start button, the application you assigned launches. You can then start EPSON TWAIN Pro. Only Presto! PageManager automatically starts EPSON TWAIN Pro.

  • Page 64: Setting Up Presto! Pagemanager For One-Touch Scanning

    TextBridge Classic or a fax utility, or to a peripheral device such as a printer. You can suppress the EPSON TWAIN Pro user interface so the scanner uses the settings assigned in this procedure. If you use this shortcut, faxing or printing an image could be as easy as pressing the scanner’s ] Start button.
  • Page 65 4. Choose the Scan Mode automatic document feeder, select settings you want. These are the default settings that will be used whenever you press the scanner’s ] Start button. Choose settings that you can use for most of the scans you initiate with one-touch scanning.

  • Page 67: Network Scanning

    TCP/IP protocol (see Appendix B for instructions on installing the TCP/IP protocol). EPSON Scan Server must be installed on the scanner server, and EPSON TWAIN Pro Network must be installed on client computers.

  • Page 68: Setting Up The Scanner Server

    This chapter includes the following: How to install, set up and start EPSON Scan Server on the scanner server How to install and start EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on client computers How to begin a scan from the client computer, the scanner server, or the scanner’s ] Start button How to stop a scan in progress.
  • Page 69 1. Turn on the scanner, and then turn on your computer. When you see the window on the right, click 2. Insert the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. 3. Select...
  • Page 70 If you see a message asking for your Windows CD-ROM, insert it and click or browse to the Windows source files on your hard drive. When prompted for the EPSON Scanners Driver Disk 1, reinsert your EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM.
  • Page 71 Finishing the Scanner Server Installation on Windows 98 Before your computer can share its scanner, you must install EPSON Scan Server. At the same time, you can install other software that came with your scanner. Your scanner comes with a single-user license for Presto! PageManager, TextBridge Classic, Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE, and MonacoEZcolor.
  • Page 72 EPSON TWAIN Pro Network if you want to use an Expression 1600 attached to another computer. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install EPSON Scan Server and any other software you selected in the software selection window.
  • Page 73 1. Double-click the Scanners and icon in your Windows Cameras Control Panel to open the Scanners and Cameras Properties window. 2. Select EPSON Expression 1600 necessary, and click the button. You see the EPSON Expression 1600 Properties window. , if Properties...

  • Page 74: Installing The Scanner Server Software On Windows 95 And Windows Nt

    3. Click the Utility as default scanner for EPSON Scan is checked, and then click Server Installing the Scanner Server Software on Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 Before you begin, make sure the scanner is connected to your computer.

  • Page 75: Starting The Scanner Server Installation On Windows 95

    1. Turn on your scanner first, then turn on your computer. When you see the window on the right, click Next 2. Insert the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive and click Other Locations 3. Browse to the following location...
  • Page 76 You see the Select Language window. (If you don’t see this window, double-click the icon.) 7. Make sure that selected, then click the EPSON Software Setup window. 8. Click Add Software Continue with the instructions in “Finishing the Scanner Server Installation (Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0)”...
  • Page 77 Follow these steps to begin the scanner server installation: 1. Turn on your scanner first. Then turn on the scanner server. 2. Log onto Windows NT. Then insert your EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. 3. When you see the Select Language window,...
  • Page 78 Finishing the Scanner Server Installation (Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0) Before your computer can share its scanner, you must install EPSON Scan Server. At the same time, you can install other software that came with your scanner. Your scanner comes with a single-user license for Presto! PageManager, TextBridge Classic, Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE, and MonacoEZcolor.
  • Page 79 If you’re installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network in order to use a scanner attached to another computer, you’ll see a window that asks for the Network Scanner Address (the scanner server’s IP address). Enter the IP address for the scanner server you want to connect to.
  • Page 80 If you want to share a different network scanner with client computers, you can access the EPSON Scan Server window at any time by double-clicking the EPSON Scan Server icon in the Windows Control Panel. Then select the scanner you want in the Scanner Selection list.

  • Page 81: Changing The Scanner Server Start Up Mode

    To change from Icon mode to Dialog Box mode, right-click the EPSON Scan Server icon on the taskbar and click Your setting takes effect when you exit and restart EPSON Scan Server. See “Starting EPSON Scan Server” on page 89 for instructions on restarting EPSON Scan Server.

  • Page 82: Setting Up Client Computers

    Extensions Manager. Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on Windows You must install EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on the client computer before the client can use the network scanner. At the same time, you can install other software that came with your scanner.
  • Page 83 2. Make sure is selected and English click . The EPSON Software Setup window appears. 3. Click Add Software You see the software selection window. 4. Make sure EPSON TWAIN Pro Network select Presto! PageManager for EPSON appears beside selected applications.) Then click Your license allows you to install Presto! PageManager on one computer in your network.
  • Page 84 If you need to connect to a different network scanner or change the timeout setting, you can open the EPSON TWAIN Pro Network window anytime by double-clicking the EPSON TWAIN Pro Network icon in the Control Panel. You can enter up to five IP addresses or host names in the Network Scanner Address box.

  • Page 85: Installing Epson Twain Pro Network On A Macintosh

    Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on a Macintosh You can install EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on all of the computers in your workgroup. Your scanner comes with a single-user license for Presto! PageManager, TextBridge Classic, Adobe Photoshop 5.0 LE, and MonacoEZcolor. If you want to install these applications on additional computers, please contact the software manufacturer to purchase additional licenses.
  • Page 86 Then click The EPSON Screen Calibration Utility calibrates the preview image you see in your EPSON TWAIN Pro driver to match your monitor settings. You won’t need to change the screen calibration as long as you continue to use the same display.
  • Page 87 If you need to connect to a different network scanner or change the timeout setting, you can open the EPSON TWAIN Pro Network window anytime by selecting Control Panels from the Apple menu, then selecting EPSON TWAIN Pro Net.

  • Page 88: Using A Network Scanner

    Place your first image on the document table (or in the optional automatic document feeder or one of the optional transparency unit’s film guides). Start the scan. Although this can be done from EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on the client computer, it may be more convenient to press the scanner’s ] Start button or to start the scan from the scanner server.

  • Page 89: Starting Epson Scan Server

    Starting EPSON Scan Server EPSON Scan Server starts automatically whenever the scanner server is turned on. When EPSON Scan Server is running, you’ll see either the EPSON Scan Server dialog box, or the EPSON Scan Server icon to start EPSON Scan Server manually, click...

  • Page 90: Starting Epson Twain Pro Network

    Starting EPSON TWAIN Pro Network You connect to the scanner server by starting EPSON TWAIN Pro Network from the client computer. Follow these steps: 1. Start your host application. 2. Select EPSON TWAIN Pro Network as your source, or scanner driver. (You only need to do this step once.)

  • Page 91: Starting A Scan

    You can click the Start on the EPSON Scan Server dialog box to send the scanned image to the client computer currently connected to the scanner server. IP address of the client computer connected to the scanner server Click to start a scan from the scanner server.

  • Page 92: Stopping A Scan In Progress

    EPSON Scan Server dialog box. To break the connection between the client computer and the scanner server, click the button on the EPSON Scan Server dialog box. This closes EPSON Stop TWAIN Pro Network on the client computer and allows other client computers to connect to the scanner server.

  • Page 93: Using Optional Equipment

    IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card was preinstalled in your scanner. You can purchase these options from your reseller or from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. Or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. sales only).

  • Page 94: Unpacking The Transparency Unit

    Make sure that all of the following items are included in the transparency unit box. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your EPSON dealer, or contact EPSON at (562) 276-4382 (in the United States) or (905) 709-3839 (in Canada). Keep all the packing materials so you can use them for storage when you are not scanning transparencies.

  • Page 95: Removing The Shipping Screw

    Removing the Shipping Screw To prevent damage during shipping, a shipping screw is attached to the transparency unit to secure its lamp assembly. You must remove this screw before using the transparency unit. 1. Turn the transparency unit so the glass side faces up. 2.
  • Page 96 4. Position the slots on the transparency unit’s mounting bracket over the heads of the two mounting screws located at the back of the scanner. Slide the transparency unit forward slightly until the two holes in front of these slots are aligned with the screw holes at the back of the scanner.

  • Page 97: Using The Film Guides

    Scanner to Your Computer” on page 25. Then plug the scanner in and turn it on. See “Step-by-Step Scanning Instructions” on page 57 for scanning instructions. For more detail on scanning with EPSON TWAIN Pro, see your electronic EPSON Expression 1600 Software Reference Guide.

  • Page 98: Loading 35 Mm Slides

    3. Close the TPU and begin your scan. If you’re using EPSON TWAIN Pro to scan, make sure to select TPU Pos as your document source.

  • Page 99: Loading 4 5-Inch Film

    5. Close the TPU and begin your scan. If you’re using EPSON TWAIN Pro to scan, make sure to select TPU Neg or TPU Pos as your document source.

  • Page 100: Loading 120-Size Or 220-Size (Medium Format) Film

    5. Close the TPU and begin your scan. If you’re using EPSON TWAIN Pro to scan, make sure to select TPU Neg or TPU Pos as your document source.

  • Page 101: Scanning Reflective Documents

    Scanning Reflective Documents To scan reflective documents with the transparency unit installed, insert the reflective document mat included with the transparency unit. 1. Open the transparency unit. If there’s a film guide on the document table, remove it. 2. Insert the tabs on the reflective document mat into the slots on the transparency unit and slide the mat down until the tabs are secure.

  • Page 102: Automatic Document Feeder

    When you unpack your automatic document feeder, make sure you have the parts shown below. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your EPSON dealer, or call EPSON at (562) 276-4382 (in the United States) or (905) 709-3839 (in Canada).

  • Page 103: Installing The Automatic Document Feeder

    Installing the Automatic Document Feeder Don’t remove the protective foam block from the mounting hardware until you’ve finished installing the automatic document feeder. Because the automatic document feeder is heavy, you may want to have someone help you with this procedure. Follow the steps below to install the automatic document feeder on your scanner: 1.
  • Page 104 5. Insert the two installation screws that came with the automatic document feeder into the screw holes, then tighten the screws with a coin. 6. Remove the protective foam block from the automatic document feeder’s mounting hardware, and then gently close the automatic document feeder.

  • Page 105: Loading Paper In The Automatic Document Feeder

    If you want to scan only part of the document area, load the first page of the document in the automatic document feeder. When you start EPSON TWAIN Pro and click the Preview button, the first page is ejected. You can adjust the marquee in the Preview area, and then load up to 30 pages of the document in the automatic document feeder.

  • Page 106: Fixing Paper Jams

    This section explains how to install the IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card in your scanner, and how to connect the scanner to your computer. If you have the Professional FireWire model of the EPSON Expression 1600, the card was preinstalled in your scanner. Go to “Connecting to an IEEE 1394 FireWire Interface”...

  • Page 107: Installing The Card In Your Scanner

    Installing the Card in Your Scanner Before you begin, turn off the scanner and disconnect the power cord and any cables. 1. Remove the two screws securing the shield plate to the scanner’s optional interface slot, and then remove the plate. Put the screws in a safe place in case you want to reinstall the shield plate later.

  • Page 109: Scanner Maintenance

    Transporting the Scanner When you transport the scanner a long distance or store it for an extended time, follow the steps below to secure the carriage. 1. Make sure the transportation lock on the back of the scanner is in the position.

  • Page 110: Transporting The Transparency Unit

    5. Slide the transportation lock at the back of the scanner to the position. LOCK If the carriage does not automatically return to the home position, slowly raise the front of the scanner and hold it up until the carriage comes to rest in the home position.

  • Page 111: Cleaning The Scanner

    2. Reinstall the transparency unit’s shipping screw in the hole marked CLAMP Cleaning the Scanner To keep your scanner operating at its best, you should clean it periodically. Before cleaning, unplug the power cord. Use a soft cloth to clean the outer case with mild detergent dissolved in water. If the document table glass gets dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Page 112 Never open the scanner case. If you think repairs or adjustments are necessary, consult your dealer or contact EPSON. Unplug the scanner and refer servicing to qualified service personnel if the power cord or plug is damaged, if liquid has...

  • Page 113: Chapter 7 Solving Problems

    For additional troubleshooting tips, see your electronic EPSON Expression 1600 Software Reference Guide. Lights and Buttons The scanner has two indicator lights and two buttons: Scanner indicator lights Light Light status READY F (flashing) ERROR F (rapidly flashing) N = on, O = off, F = flashing...
  • Page 114 Check that your option is securely connected to the OPTION connector at the back of the scanner. Finally, check that the automatic document feeder isn’t out of paper and doesn’t have a paper jam. If these suggestions don’t solve the problem, call your EPSON dealer.

  • Page 115: Problems And Solutions

    Problems and Solutions If you’re having problems, this section answers some of the most common questions. For additional software troubleshooting tips, see your electronic EPSON Expression 1600 Software Reference Guide. Setup Problems Your system doesn’t recognize the scanner . . .
  • Page 116 If all else fails, uninstall and reinstall your software. See the instructions for uninstalling software beginning on page 125. EPSON TWAIN Pro (or EPSON TWAIN Pro Network) doesn’t appear in the list where you select your scanner . . .

  • Page 117: Scanner Problems

    Wait until the READY stops flashing and remains on. Check your image source setting. Make sure you selected EPSON TWAIN Pro (or EPSON TWAIN Pro Network). Run the scanner test to make sure the scanner is communicating with your computer. For Windows 98, see “Testing Your...

  • Page 118: Software Problems

    Try a different cable. If you have a USB connection, be sure to use an EPSON USB cable. If you have a SCSI connection, try using an ASPI-compliant Adaptec SCSI 2 cable, and be sure to restart your computer after you change the cable.
  • Page 119 EPSON TWAIN Pro window. Make sure you selected EPSON TWAIN Pro as your TWAIN source. If you have an older EPSON scanner and have a previous version of EPSON TWAIN installed, uninstall the older version (Windows) or close any...

  • Page 120: Scanning Problems

    Check your computer’s memory. If you’re running other software at the same time, using RAM resident programs, or have many device drivers, the computer may not have enough memory. (See your software and computer manuals.) If you’re scanning a large image or scanning at a high resolution, your computer may not have enough memory to process the image.
  • Page 121 Your scanned image is faint or has gaps . . . Check the brightness. Decrease the software or driver’s brightness setting. Try adjusting the Gamma settings in the Image Exposure Controls window. Check the condition of your original. If the document is damaged, dirty, or wrinkled, these imperfections will show up in your scan.
  • Page 122 The edges of the document aren’t scanned . . . Check the position of your document. Adjust it so that the image is within the glass area of the document table. If colors are patchy or distorted at the edges of the image, the document may be too thick, or there may be outside light interfering with the scan.
  • Page 123 If you’re using profiles created in MonacoEZcolor, make sure color management is turned off in your scanner software. Click Configuration in the EPSON TWAIN Pro main window to display the Configuration window; make sure is deselected. Moiré (cross-hatch) patterns appear in the image when you perform halftone scanning .
  • Page 124 Select 24-bit Color De-screening , or select Type De-screening window. The printed image is larger or smaller than the original . . . You can’t judge the size of the printed image by what you see on your screen. The image size settings in your scanner software determine the size of the printed image.

  • Page 125: Uninstalling The Expression 1600 Software

    Windows 95 and Windows NT 1. On the Start menu, click Uninstall 2. When you’re finished, restart your computer. Macintosh 1. Insert the EPSON Expression 1600 Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. 2. Double-click the EPSON TWAIN Pro 3. Double-click the English...

  • Page 126: Uninstalling Epson Twain Pro Network

    6. When you’re finished, restart your computer. Uninstalling EPSON TWAIN Pro Network Follow the procedure for uninstalling EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on your system. Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT 1. On the Start menu, click TWAIN Pro Network Uninstall 2.

  • Page 127: Uninstalling Epson Scan Server

    Select Remove here. 6. When you’re finished, restart your computer. Uninstalling EPSON Scan Server 1. To uninstall EPSON Scan Server on your Windows system, click Programs EPSON Scan Server 2. When you’re finished, restart your computer. at the top of the window, then click the Remove Click the Remove button.

  • Page 128: Where To Get Help

    Access For pre-recorded answers to commonly asked questions about EPSON products 24 hours a day, seven days a week, call (800) 922-8911. Access EPSON’s technical information library by calling (800) 922-8911. You must provide a return fax number to use this service.

  • Page 129: Software Technical Support

    Product serial number (located on the back of scanner) Computer configuration Description of the problem You can purchase genuine EPSON supplies and accessories from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only), 6 Friday. In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. Or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S.

  • Page 131: Specifications

    1600 dpi (main scan) 3200 dpi with Micro Step Drive (sub scan) *The maximum hardware resolution of 1600 3200 dpi is achieved using EPSON’s Micro Step Drive technology Maximum interpolated resolution 12800 12800 dpi Speed (1600 dpi, draft mode) Color: 9.2 msec/line (approx.)

  • Page 132: Electrical

    Reading sequence Monochrome: One-pass scanning Color byte sequence: One-pass scanning (R, G, B) Color line sequence: One-pass scanning (R, G, B) Zoom 50 to 200% in 1% increments Command level ESC/I-B8 Pixel depth 12 bits per pixel (12 bits per pixel input, 1 to 12 bits per pixel output) Brightness 7 levels...

  • Page 133: Environmental

    Rated current 100 to 120 VAC: 0.8 A 220 to 240 VAC: 0.4 A Power consumption Operating: Approximately 30 W Approximately 50 W with TPU or ADF unit Standby: Approximately 10 W Environmental Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) 50 to 89 °F when using ADF (10 to...

  • Page 134: Option Interface Connector

    Option Interface Connector Interface type For use with the optional automatic document feeder (B813162) and transparency unit (B813182) Output voltage 21.6 to 26.4 VDC 4.75 to 5.25 VDC Output current 0.6 A (24 V) 0.3 A (5 V) Initialization Methods SCSI interface Hardware: Initialized when the...

  • Page 135: Automatic Document Feeder (B813162)

    Automatic Document Feeder (B813162) General Paper input/output Load face-up; eject face-down Paper quantity 30 pages (55 g/m paper, maximum total thickness under 0.24 inches [6 mm]) Reliability 100,000 sheets (load/eject MCBF) Dimensions Width: 12.2 inches (310 mm) Depth: 20.9 inches (528 mm) Height: 3.6 inches (92 mm) Weight Approximately 9.9 lb (4.5 kg)
  • Page 137 DNS. See your Windows or Macintosh documentation for instructions. Installing the TCP/IP Protocol To use your EPSON Expression 1600 as a network scanner, your client computers and scanner server must have a network interface card, a network interface card driver, and the TCP/IP protocol installed.

  • Page 138: Installing The Tcp/Ip Protocol On Windows 95 And Windows 98

    Installing the TCP/IP Protocol on Windows 95 and Windows 98 1. Double-click the Control Panel. If necessary, click the Configuration on the right. 2. Check that TCP/IP installed network components. If it appears in the list, go to “Assigning an IP Address”...

  • Page 139: Assigning An Ip Address

    Assigning an IP Address If your network is connected to the Internet, ask your Internet provider or IS department for a formal IP address. If your network is not connected to the Internet, you can use an IP address in the following ranges: 10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255, 172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255, or 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255.

  • Page 140: Installing The Tcp/Ip Protocol On Windows Nt 4.0

    Installing the TCP/IP Protocol on Windows NT 4.0 1. Double-click the Control Panel. If necessary, click the tab. Protocols 2. Check that TCP/IP Protocol the list of network protocols. If it appears in the list, go to “Assigning an IP Address” on page 141. If you don’t see list, continue with the next step.

  • Page 141: Assigning An Ip Address

    Assigning an IP Address If your network is connected to the Internet, ask your Internet provider or IS department for a formal IP address. If your network is not connected to the Internet, you can use an IP address in the following ranges: 10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255, 172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255, or 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255.

  • Page 143: System Requirements

    SCSI or USB (Windows 98 only) port 32MB RAM (64MB RAM recommended for all systems) 50MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Notices This chapter includes system requirements, safety instructions, your Epson America Limited Warranty, and other important information about your EPSON Expression 1600. ® processor...

  • Page 144: Macintosh

    8-bit 256-color display adapter card (24-bit display adapter card with millions of colors recommended) EPSON TWAIN Pro supports the Apple ColorSync ™ and QuickTime. These extensions are automatically installed during the EPSON TWAIN Pro installation. ® , you need to install ®...

  • Page 145: Year 2000 Ready

    Year 2000 Ready Your EPSON scanner is Year 2000 Ready. However, be sure the other parts of your computer system are also ready for the year 2000. Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the scanner.

  • Page 146: Energy Star Compliance

    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...

  • Page 147: Declaration Of Conformity

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Type of Product: Model: Product: EPSON AMERICA, INC. MS 6-43 3840 Kilroy Airport Way Long Beach, CA 90806-9941 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 EPSON Image Scanner...

  • Page 148: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 149: Limited Warranty

    EPSON AMERICA, INC. NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

  • Page 151: Index

    Default scanner, setting up, Document position, Documentation PDF manuals, viewing, Reference Guide, viewing, Dual Focus Mechanism, using, Electrical requirements, EPSON Accessories, help, EPSON TWAIN Pro Network, see TWAIN Pro Network EPSON TWAIN Pro, see TWAIN Pro File size, Film guides, using, Film, scanning,...
  • Page 152 IP address, changing scanner server start up mode, installing client software, installing scanner server software, installing TCP/IP, starting a scan, starting EPSON Scan Server, stopping a scan in progress, using the Start button,...
  • Page 153 Resizing images, Resolution choosing, maximum, Safety instructions, Scaling images, Scanner server changing start up mode, installing the software, starting EPSON Scan Server, stopping a scan, uninstalling Scan Server, Scanning defining the scan area, film, multiple images at once, network, photographs,...
  • Page 154 Start up mode, changing for scanner server, Support, System requirements, TCP/IP, installing, Technical support, Terminator switch, SCSI, Text Enhancement Technology (TET), Text, scanning, TextBridge Classic installing, locating the manual, Transparency unit, color problems with transparencies, problems, scan settings, specifications, using film guides, Transportation lock, Transporting scanner,...

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