Page 1 Color Graphics Scanner User’s Guide...
Page 2 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 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 Identifying Scanner Parts Unlocking the Scanner Attaching the Document Guide Strip...
Page 4 Installing the Macintosh Software Starting the Macintosh Software Installation Installing Other Software on Your Scanning Tools CD-ROM Installing Adobe Photoshop LE Installing MonacoEZcolor Selecting the Expression 1640XL as Your Default Scanner CHAPTER 3 HOW TO SCAN Scanning Tips Selecting Resolution...
Page 5 Windows NT 4.0) Changing the Scan Server Start Up Mode Setting Up Client Computers Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on Windows Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network on a Macintosh Using a Network Scanner Starting EPSON Scan Server Starting EPSON TWAIN Pro Network...
Page 6 CHAPTER 5 USING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Transparency Unit Unpacking the Transparency Unit Removing the Shipping Screw Installing the Transparency Unit Using the Film Guides Scanning Reflective Documents Adjusting the Transparency Guide Scanning Angle Automatic Document Feeder Unpacking the Automatic Document Feeder Installing the Automatic Document Feeder Loading Paper in the Automatic Document Feeder Fixing Paper Jams...
Page 7 Uninstalling the Expression 1640XL 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 SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX B INSTALLING THE TCP/IP PROTOCOL Installing the TCP/IP Protocol on Windows 2000...
Page 9 EPSON’s proprietary Micro Step Drive technology, and is one of the fastest scanners in its class. About Your Scanner Your EPSON Expression 1640XL scanner comes with these features: Superior image quality with remarkable 1600 × 3200 dpi hardware resolution 42-bit color and 3.6 Dmax optical density...
Page 10 About Your Software The EPSON Expression 1640XL 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 ICC profiling tool. Getting More Information There are several ways to learn more about your EPSON Expression 1640XL. 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: Checklist Read the checklist for your scanner model to make sure you have everything.
Page 12 ® in the Adobe Acrobat PDF format. You’ll find electronic user’s guides in the folder on the EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM, Manuals as well as in the product folders. See page 7 for instructions on locating and viewing your Acrobat manuals.
Page 13 Your electronic EPSON Expression 1640XL Online Reference Guide is on your EPSON Expression 1640XL 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 . Your browser opens and you see this window: 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. Expanded contents list...
Page 15 Viewing Your Other Electronic Manuals To view your electronic manual for Presto! PageManager for EPSON, ScanSoft TextBridge Pro, 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 1640XL User’s Guide—You can find a PDF version of this user’s guide in the folder on your Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools Manuals CD-ROM. Acrobat Reader—For Windows, select from the Acrobat Reader Reader Guide Help menu.
Page 17 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM, double-click the folder, and then E-Reg double-click the icon. EPSON Registration Registering enables you to receive special information on options, new products, and software upgrades. You’ll get immediate attention if you have a problem with your scanner.
Page 19 Setting Up Your Scanner Setting up your scanner is easy. For most installations, just follow the steps in this book in the order listed below. 1. Unpack and choose a place for your scanner. 2. Unlock the scanner. 3. Connect the scanner to your computer. 4.
Page 20 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 1640XL comes with these items: scanner document guide and adjustment pins...
Page 21 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 22 Identifying Scanner Parts document cover carriage document table (at home position) lights and buttons transportation lock ] Start button terminator switch optional interface slot SCSI ID switch USB interface SCSI interfaces option connector AC inlet transportation lock (ADF/TPU)
Page 23 Unlocking the Scanner Before connecting the scanner to a power source, you must release the transportation lock, located on the side of the scanner. To release the transportation lock, turn it counterclockwise to the icon, as shown. unlocked position If you can’t turn the transportation lock easily, turn the scanner on;...
Page 24 Attaching the Document Guide Strip The document guide strip makes it easy to align documents on the scanner’s document table. To attach the document guide strip to the scanner: 1. Peel the back from the document guide strip. 2. Place the guide strip on top of the document table’s horizontal ruler, as shown in the following illustration: Peel the back from the document guide strip.
Page 25 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. The scanner’s voltage cannot be changed. If the label on the back of the scanner does not display the correct voltage for your area, contact your dealer.
Page 26 USB support or your computer is running Windows 2000 or Windows 98 (factory installed), you can connect the Expression 1640XL with the USB cable that came with the scanner. Windows 2000 or Windows 98 must be preinstalled on your computer; they cannot be upgraded from an earlier version of Windows.
Page 27 Don’t disconnect or connect the USB cable when the Expression 1640XL is scanning. Windows 2000 or Windows 98 must be preinstalled on your computer, not upgraded. There is no USB support for Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0.
Page 28 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 29 Do not connect the scanner to the computer while it is turned on, or the scanner could be damaged. 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.
Page 30 Connecting to an IEEE 1394 FireWire Interface If you have purchased the optional IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card, you can connect the scanner to your Power Macintosh or PC using an IEEE 1394 FireWire interface. Your Power Macintosh must have a built-in IEEE 1394 FireWire port or an IEEE 1394 FireWire PCI card, and must be running Macintosh OS 8.6 or later with FireWire Update 2.1 or later.
Page 31 MonacoEZcolor. Installing the Windows 2000 Software Before you begin, make sure the Expression 1640XL is connected to your computer. Also, make sure you’ve recalibrated your monitor to factory specifications. This procedure automatically installs your EPSON TWAIN Pro driver and any software you need for a USB connection.
Page 32 Windows source files on your hard drive. If you need help locating your source files, contact your computer manufacturer. 1. Turn on your scanner first, then turn on your computer. 2. When you see the window on the right, insert the EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive and click Next 3.
Page 33 Windows 2000 source files on your hard Browse drive; then click 7. When you see the Digital Signature Not Found screen, click Yes. If prompted for the EPSON Scanners Driver Disk 1, reinsert your EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM.
Page 34 “Installing Other Software on Your Scanning Tools CD-ROM.” 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 35 Chapter 4, “Network Scanning.” 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software. If you’re done installing software, remove the EPSON Expression 1640XL 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 36 1. Double-click the Scanners and icon in the Windows Control Cameras Panel to open the Scanners and Cameras Properties window. 2. Make sure EPSON is selected, and Expression1640XL then click the button. Properties 3. Click the Test Scanner or Camera button.
Page 37 Selecting the Expression 1640XL as Your Default Scanner (Windows 2000) If you have more than one scanner connected to your computer, you can set up the Expression 1640XL as the default scanner. 1. Double-click the Scanners and icon in your Windows...
Page 38 Installing the Windows 98 Software Before you begin, make sure the Expression 1640XL is connected to your computer. Also, make sure you’ve recalibrated your monitor to factory specifications. This procedure automatically installs your EPSON TWAIN Pro driver and any software you need for a USB connection. If you’re using a SCSI connection and are configuring your SCSI interface card for the first time, you’ll be asked to install your...
Page 39 “Installing Other Software on Your Scanning Tools CD-ROM.” 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 40 Chapter 4, “Network Scanning.” 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software. If you’re done installing software, remove the EPSON Expression 1640XL 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 41 Cameras Properties window. The Scanners and Cameras Properties screen above displays with a SCSI connection and may look slightly different for USB and FireWire connections. 2. Make sure EPSON Expression1640XL is selected, and then click the button. Properties 3. Click the Test Scanner or Camera button.
Page 42 Selecting the Expression 1640XL as Your Default Scanner (Windows 98) If you have more than one scanner connected to your computer, you can set up the Expression 1640XL as the default scanner. 1. Double-click the Scanners and icon in your Windows...
Page 43 Installing the Windows 95 Software Before you begin, make sure the Expression 1640XL is connected to your computer. Also, make sure you’ve recalibrated your monitor to factory specifications. If you’re configuring your SCSI interface card for the first time, you’ll be asked to install your SCSI driver at the beginning of installation.
Page 44 1. Turn on your scanner first; then turn on your computer. When you see the window on the right, click Next 2. Insert your Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. Then click Other Locations 3. Browse to the following location on your CD-ROM drive: .
Page 45 TWAIN Pro and other software on your Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM. Installing Other Software on Your Scanning Tools CD-ROM Follow these steps to install EPSON TWAIN Pro, Presto! PageManager, Acrobat Reader, and complete the 1640XL electronic registration form: 1. Double-click the icon on your...
Page 46 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 47 “Installing Additional Windows Software” on page 43. 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 48 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 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM. 3. If the Software Setup window doesn’t appear,...
Page 49 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 TWAIN Pro Network or EPSON Scan Server. If you want to install software for a network scanner, go to Chapter 4, “Network Scanning.”...
Page 50 MonacoEZcolor, continue with the instructions under “Installing Additional Windows Software” on page 43. 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 51 Installing Additional Windows Software Follow the instructions in this section to install Adobe Photoshop LE, MonacoEZcolor, and ScanSoft TextBridge Pro. Installing Adobe Photoshop LE To find out how to upgrade to the full version of Adobe Photoshop, see the Acrobat file titled on the Adobe Photoshop LE CD-ROM (you must have Upgrade.pdf...
Page 52 Installing ScanSoft TextBridge Pro 1. If necessary, insert the EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. 2. If the Software Setup window doesn’t appear, double-click the icon on your My Computer Windows desktop, then double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon.
Page 53 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 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. 3. Double-click the folder.
Page 54 Then click 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 55 Installing Other Software on Your Scanning Tools CD-ROM Follow these steps to finish installing the software on your Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM: 1. Double-click the folder. (If necessary, double-click the Presto! PageManager CD-ROM icon to open the CD-ROM window.) EPSON 2.
Page 56 Installing Adobe Photoshop LE To find out how to upgrade to the full version of Adobe Photoshop, see the Acrobat file titled on the Adobe Photoshop LE CD-ROM (you must have Upgrade.pdf Acrobat Reader installed to view this file). 1. Insert the Adobe Photoshop LE CD-ROM in your drive. 2.
Page 57 Selecting the Expression 1640XL as Your Default Scanner To verify that the scanner is properly connected or 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 1640XL as your default scanner: 1.
Page 59 100 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...
Page 60 If the colors in your scanned image don’t match those in your original document, try experimenting with the setting. Click the button in the Unsharp Mask Destination EPSON TWAIN Pro main window to display the Destination window, and then select or deselect Unsharp Mask...
Page 61 For more information, see “Making and modifying marquees” in your electronic EPSON Expression 1640XL Online Reference Guide. Document Guide You can use the document guide to make incremental changes to the angle of a document to correct for any slight shifts during scanning.
Page 62 300 to 3200 dpi (35 mm slides) TPU for Pos. Film 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.
Page 63 Step-by-Step Scanning Instructions This section contains step-by-step instructions for scanning an image. Although the Windows interface is shown, Macintosh steps are the same. Placing Your Original Document 1. Raise the scanner cover and place your document face down on the document table.
Page 64 , and Source 24-bit Color (Std) Image Type EPSON Stylus Printer as the , if you’re sending the scanned image to an EPSON (Photo) Destination inkjet printer. If you’re using the optional transparency unit, select TPU for Neg. as your .
Page 65 See READY Chapter 7, “Solving Problems,” for more information.) 8. Click to close the EPSON TWAIN Pro window and return to your Close application. 9. If you want, save your image using the...
Page 66 When EPSON Scan Server is running, the Expression 1640XL connected to the scanner server becomes a network scanner available only to remote users. The scanner server cannot use the ] Start button features described in this chapter, which are only available to a local scanner.
Page 67 ] Start button. 5. Click , then click to close the Apply EPSON Expression 1640XL Properties window, then click again to close the Scanners and Cameras Properties window.
Page 68 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 69 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 70 Select the icon for the application or peripheral you want to use. Click to suppress the EPSON TWAIN Pro user interface. 3. Click the checkbox to select it. The settings Suppress TWAIN user interface for your scan become active.
Page 71 5. Click the tab. Start Button Setting 6. Scroll the Select target application box until you see the icon for your printer or program. (Programs or printers you added appear to the right.) Select the icon and click to assign it to the ] Start button. Start button icon appears next to the selected icon in Presto! PageManager’s Scan Buttons Palette.
Page 72 Using the Document Guide Most scanners scan at a slight angle due to the movement of the carriage. If you find that your scanned images are being scanned at an angle, use the document guide to adjust the angle of scanning. This section includes instructions for: Installing the Document Guide Scanning with the Document Guide Calculating the Adjustment Angle...
Page 73 Installing the Document Guide 1. Insert the guide pin in the arrow left hole above the scanner’s document table and the adjust pin in the right hole; push them in securely. Turn the adjust pin so its arrow faces the guide pin. adjust pin guide pin 2.
Page 74 Scanning with the Document Guide 1. Open an application and access EPSON TWAIN Pro. Select the following settings: Document Source: Flatbed Image Type: 8-bit Gray Destination: LineWork Scan Resolution: 800 dpi 2. Click . You see a preview of the document guide in the preview area.
Page 75 4. Use the Zoom tool to view the enlarged scale. Move the marquee to align its left edge with the left edges of the scale as shown. align the left 5. Click Scan edge of the marquee with the left edge of the scale 6.
Page 76 Calculating the Adjustment Angle If you need to adjust the document guide angle, you first need to determine which way to adjust it and by how much. For example, in the example shown above: The adjusting angle = (scale A - scale B) / 4 For example: If scale A starts at line 0, then 0 ×...
Page 77 Scanning Your Aligned Document Be sure to remove the protective film from both the grid document guide and clear document guide before using them. 1. Lay the clear document guide on the scanner document table with the document guide holes over the scanner screw holes. Make sure the larger document guide hole is on the left side.
Page 78 5. Remove the grid document guide. 6. Turn the clear document guide over and lay it on the document table with the document guide holes over the scanner screw holes. Make sure the larger document guide hole is on the right and your document faces down. 7.
Page 79 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 80 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 81 Installing the Scanner Server Software on Windows 2000 Before you begin, make sure the Expression 1640XL is connected to your computer. Also, make sure you’ve recalibrated your monitor to factory specifications. Depending on how your computer system was originally set up, you may be asked to insert your Windows 2000 CD-ROM during driver installation.
Page 82 Windows 2000 source files on your hard Browse drive; then click 7. When you see the window to the right, click Yes. If prompted for the EPSON Scanners Driver Disk 1, reinsert your EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM.
Page 83 Screen Calibration Utility button. Finishing the Scanner Server Installation on Windows 2000 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...
Page 84 EPSON TWAIN Pro Network if you want to use an Expression 1640XL attached to another computer. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to install EPSON Scan Server and any other software you selected in the software selection window.
Page 85 6. When you’re done installing software, restart your computer. Setting Up the Default Scanner on Windows 2000 If you have more than one scanner connected to your computer, you can set up the Expression 1640XL as the default scanner. 1. Double-click the Scanners and...
Page 86 Installing the Scanner Server Software on Windows 98 Before you begin, make sure the Expression 1640XL is connected to your computer. Also, make sure you’ve recalibrated your monitor to factory specifications. You may be asked to insert your Windows CD-ROM during this procedure.
Page 87 1. Turn on your scanner first, then turn on your computer. 2. When you see the window on the right, insert the EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive and click Next 3. Select Search for the best driver...
Page 88 Finish is complete. 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 89 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 multi-user license (6) for Presto! PageManager, an unlimited license for EPSON TWAIN Pro Network and TWAIN Pro, and a single-user license for ScanSoft TextBridge Pro, Adobe Photoshop LE, and MonacoEZcolor.
Page 90 EPSON TWAIN Pro Network if you want to use an Expression 1640XL attached to another computer. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to install EPSON Scan Server and any other software you selected in the software selection window.
Page 91 Setting Up the Default Scanner on Windows 98 If you have more than one scanner connected to your computer, you can set up the Expression 1640XL as the default scanner. 1. Double-click the Scanners and icon in your Windows Cameras Control Panel to open the Scanners and Cameras Properties window.
Page 92 Installing the Scanner Server Software on Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 Make sure the Expression 1640XL is connected to your computer. Also, make sure you’ve recalibrated your monitor to factory specifications. If you’re configuring your SCSI interface card for the first time, you’ll be asked to install your SCSI driver at the beginning of installation.
Page 93 1. Turn on your scanner first, then turn on your computer. When you see the window on the right, click Next 2. Insert your EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive and click Other Locations 3. Browse to the following location on your CD-ROM drive: .
Page 94 Starting the Scanner Server Installation on Windows NT 4.0 Follow these steps to begin the scanner server installation: 1. Turn on your scanner first; then turn on your computer. 2. Log onto Windows NT. Then insert the EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM.
Page 95 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 multi-user license (6) for Presto! PageManager, an unlimited license for EPSON TWAIN Pro Network and TWAIN Pro, and a single-user license for ScanSoft TextBridge Pro, Adobe Photoshop LE, and MonacoEZcolor.
Page 96 Use EPSON TWAIN Pro to scan from the Expression 1640XL connected to your computer. Only install EPSON TWAIN Pro Network if you want to use an Expression 1640XL attached to another computer. 2. If you’re not installing EPSON TWAIN Pro, go to step 5.
Page 97 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 98 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 99 Taskbar Icon Your setting takes effect when you exit and restart EPSON Scan Server. See “Starting EPSON Scan Server” on page 99 for instructions on starting EPSON Scan Server. Make sure no client computer is connected to the scanner...
Page 100 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 101 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 102 9. When you’re done installing software, restart your computer. 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 103 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 multi-user license (6) for Presto! PageManager, an unlimited license for EPSON TWAIN Pro Network and TWAIN Pro, and a single-user license for ScanSoft TextBridge Pro, Adobe Photoshop LE, and MonacoEZcolor.
Page 104 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 105 10. When you’re done installing software, restart your computer. 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 106 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 107 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 on the Windows taskbar. If you need...
Page 108 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 109 IP address of the client computer connected to the scanner server Click to start a scan from the scanner server. No matter how you start the scan, the client computer must be running EPSON TWAIN Pro Network to connect to the scanner server.
Page 110 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...
Page 111 EPSON Store at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. Or visit the EPSON Store at www.epson.com (U.S. sales only). Transparency Unit The transparency unit (B813202) allows you to scan transparent materials—35 mm ×...
Page 112 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 113 Removing the Shipping Screw To prevent damage during shipping, two shipping screws are attached to the transparency unit to secure its lamp assembly. You must remove these screws before using the transparency unit. 1. Turn the transparency unit so the glass side faces up. 2.
Page 114 4. Align the transparency unit’s pins with the holes in the scanner and lower the unit until it rests securely. 5. Insert the guide pin and adjust pin that came with the adjust pin transparency unit into the guide pin screw holes.
Page 115 Scanner to Your Computer” on page 18. Then plug the scanner in and turn it on. See “Step-by-Step Scanning Instructions” on page 55 for scanning instructions. For more detail on scanning with EPSON TWAIN Pro, see your electronic EPSON Expression 1640XL Online Reference Guide.
Page 116 Loading 35 mm film Follow these steps to load 35 mm positive or negative film: 1. Place the 35 mm filmstrip guide on a flat surface and remove the cover from one of the strip holders. 2. Insert a filmstrip in the holder face down.
Page 117 Align the slide holder with the notch on the transparency guide as shown. 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 118 Align it with the notch on the transparency guide as shown. 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 119 Align it with the notch on the transparency guide as shown. 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 120 2. Close the TPU and begin your scan. If you’re using EPSON TWAIN Pro to scan, set the focus position to 0.0. An area 2±1.5 mm from the horizontal and vertical edges of the document table glass will not be scanned.
Page 121 3. Place your document face down on the document table and close the transparency unit. 4. Scan your document. To remove the reflective document mat, slide it up and out of the slots on the transparency unit. Adjusting the Transparency Guide Scanning Angle If your scanned image’s edges are at a slight angle, adjust the scanning angle by turning the adjust pin.
Page 122 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 123 Installing the Automatic Document Feeder Because the automatic document feeder is heavy, you may want to have someone help you with this procedure. Also, the document feeder is large, so be sure to have adequate space around the scanner. Follow the steps below to install the automatic document feeder on your scanner: 1.
Page 124 6. Place the two knobs included with the ADF beside the scanner. 7. Align the installation screws with the holes in the ADF and slide together as shown. The ADF is heavy. Ask for assistance when lifting it. 8. Twist the knobs onto the ends of the screws and tighten them using the enclosed screwdriver tool.
Page 125 9. Attach the ADF’s connector to the scanner’s option ( ADF/TPU interface. Secure the connection by tightening the connector screws. 10. Peel the backing from the stopper and from the paper paper out support stopper out support provided with the ADF. Then attach the stopper and paper out support to the scanner as shown.
Page 126 Loading Paper in the Automatic Document Feeder The ADF can hold up to 100 sheets of the following paper sizes, based on a paper weight of 17 pounds (64 g/m ) and a thickness of 0.2 inch (6.0 mm) or less: Paper size Direction A3, Ledger, B4, Legal, A4, Letter, B5, A5, 5.5 ×...
Page 127 2. Make sure that the switch on the lower left corner of the ADF is set with the switch towards the circular mark as shown. 3. Arrange your stack of originals face up. Follow these guidelines when inserting paper: Portrait orientation (top and bottom edges are shorter than the side edges)—insert your document bottom edge first.
Page 128 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 100 pages of the document in the automatic document feeder.
Page 129 2. If paper is jammed in the feeder, open the cover on the left and open jam release slowly pull out the jammed paper cover as shown. (Be careful not to pull too hard or the paper may tear, making it more difficult to remove.) 3.
Page 130 IEEE 1394 FireWire Scanner Interface Card To use the IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card (B808342), your Power Macintosh must be running Macintosh OS 8.6 or later with FireWire Update 2.1 or later. Your PC must have an OHCI compliant FireWall port or card, and must be running a pre-installed version of Windows 2000.
Page 131 2. Turn the card over so that the component side is facing down, and insert it in the optional interface slot. Push gently until the card is firmly seated in the expansion slot inside the optional interface slot. 3. Tighten the retaining screws and reconnect the scanner’s cables.
Page 133 Scanner Maintenance This section gives you basic maintenance instructions and tells you how to transport your scanner safely. 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.
Page 134 4. Slide the transportation lock at the back of the scanner to the position. 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 locked position home position.
Page 135 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 137 It also provides instructions on how to uninstall your software and tells you how to contact EPSON and other software manufacturers. For additional troubleshooting tips, see your electronic EPSON Expression 1640XL Online Reference Guide. Lights and Buttons The scanner has three indicator lights and three buttons:...
Page 138 (ADF/TPU) 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. N = on, O = off, F = flashing...
Page 139 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 1640XL Online Reference Guide. Setup Problems If your scanner is connected to a USB hub, try connecting it directly to the computer’s USB...
Page 140 SCSI IDs. software beginning on page 141. If you’re using a network scanner, EPSON TWAIN Pro (or EPSON check with your network administrator to see whether your TWAIN Pro Network) doesn’t computer is on a different router appear in the list where you select than the scanner server.
Page 141 Uninstall and reinstall your Check your image source software. See the instructions for setting. Make sure you selected uninstalling software beginning on EPSON TWAIN Pro (or EPSON page 141. TWAIN Pro Network). Run the scanner test to make sure the scanner is communicating Scanner Problems with your computer.
Page 142 Try a different cable. If you have a USB connection, be sure to use an Your ZIP drive may be interfering EPSON USB cable. If you have a with your scanner. Disconnect your SCSI connection, try using a high ZIP drive, then try using the quality, shielded SCSI cable, and scanner.
Page 143 If you have more than one scanner Make sure the cables connecting connected to your computer, the scanner, the scanner server, make sure the Expression 1640XL and the client computer meet is selected as your default scanner. system requirements and are For Macintosh, check the properly connected.
Page 144 Check your computer’s memory. If Scanning Problems 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 145 Your scanned image is blurred or Your scanned image is faint or has distorted . . . gaps . . . Check the position and condition of Check the brightness. Decrease the your document. Make sure the software or driver’s brightness document is placed flat against the setting.
Page 146 The edges of the document aren’t Your image scans at an angle . . . scanned . . . Check the position of your document. Check the position of your It may be placed at an angle on the document. Adjust it so that the document table.
Page 147 The colors in your scanned image Make sure Unsharp Mask look different than the colors in deselected in the Destination the original document . . . window. Run the EPSON Screen Select 24-bit Color Calibration Utility. as your De-screening Image...
Page 148 You can’t print scanned Or try changing the Image Type from , then Line Art images, or the printed image adjust the setting. Threshold looks garbled . . . Make sure your printer is securely You’re using a transparency unit, connected to your computer and and the colors of your negative that you’re using the correct cable.
Page 149 1. On the Start menu, click Programs EPSON Scanner EPSON TWAIN Pro Uninstall 2. When you’re finished, restart your computer. Macintosh 1. Insert the EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. 2. Double-click the folder. EPSON TWAIN Pro...
Page 150 EPSON Network Scanner EPSON TWAIN Pro Network Uninstall 2. When you’re finished, restart your computer. Macintosh 1. Insert the EPSON Expression 1640XL Scanning Tools CD-ROM in your drive. 2. Double-click the folder. EPSON TWAIN Pro Network 3. Double-click the icon.
Page 151 Select Remove here. Click the Remove button. 5. When you’re finished, restart your computer. Uninstalling EPSON Scan Server 1. To uninstall EPSON Scan Server on your Windows system, click Start , and select Programs EPSON Scan Server EPSON Scan Server Uninstall...
Page 152 Where To Get Help EPSON Technical Support EPSON provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed in the following table: Service Access World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSON Support at http://www.epson.com.
Page 153 ™ You can purchase genuine EPSON supplies and accessories from the EPSON Store at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. Or visit the EPSON Store at www.epson.com (U.S. sales only). If you need help using another manufacturer’s software with an EPSON product, see the documentation for that software for technical support information.
Page 155 *The maximum hardware resolution of × 19520 27520 pixels at 1600 dpi, × 1600 3200 dpi is achieved using 100% scaling EPSON’s Micro Step Drive technology Optical density Maximum interpolated resolution 3.6 Dmax × 12800 12800 dpi Color depth Speed (1600 dpi, draft mode)
Page 156 Reading sequence Color correction Monochrome: One-pass scanning 1 type for CRT display Color byte sequence: One-pass 3 types for printer (available in color scanning (R, G, B) byte sequence mode and color line sequence mode) Color line sequence: One-pass scanning (R, G, B) 1 type user-defined Zoom Interfaces...
Page 157 Rated current 230 V model 100 to 120 VAC 1.2 A Safety: EN 60950 220 to 240 VAC: 0.7 A EMC: EN 550022 (CISPR Pub 22) Power consumption class B Operating: Approximately 45 W AS/NZS 3548 class B Approximately 55 W with TPU or ADF unit SCSI Interface Standby:...
Page 158 Option (ADF/TPU) Interface Transparency Unit Connector (B813202) Interface type General For use with the optional automatic Reliability document feeder (B813212) and transparency unit (B813202) MCBF 100,000 cycles Output voltage Readable area 21.6 to 26.4 VDC × × 11.4 16.5 inches (290 420 mm) 4.75 to 5.25 VDC Dimensions...
Page 159 Automatic Document IEEE 1394 FireWire Feeder (B813212) Scanner Interface Card (B808342) General General Paper input/output Load face-up; eject face-down Interface type IEEE 1394-1995 compatible Paper quantity 100 pages (55 g/m paper, maximum Data transfer method total thickness under 0.48 inches Half-duplex Data/Strobe differential [12 mm]) serial...
Page 161 Installing the TCP/IP Protocol To use your EPSON Expression 1640XL 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. In addition, both the client computers and the scanner server must have an IP address assigned.
Page 162 Installing the TCP/IP Protocol on Windows 2000 When running Windows 2000, your TCP/IP protocol should automatically be set correctly for the station it is installed if you are not running a DHCP server. To check the protocol, follow these steps. 1.
Page 163 4. Make sure that Obtain an IP address is selected and click automatically If you need to manually assign an IP address, contact your Network Administrator. 5. Click to close the Local Area Connection Properties screen. 6. Click to close the Local Area Close Connection screen.
Page 164 3. Click the button. You see the screen to the right. 4. Select from the list and Protocol click the button. The screen to the right appears. 5. Select from the Microsoft Manufacturers list, and TCP/IP from the Network Protocols list. Then click 6.
Page 165 If your network uses a DHCP server, you don’t need to obtain an IP address before beginning this procedure—the server finds one for you. When you have your IP address, follow the steps below to assign it to your computer. 1.
Page 166 Installing the TCP/IP Protocol on Windows NT 4.0 1. Double-click the icon in the Network Control Panel. If necessary, click the tab. Protocols 2. Check that appears in TCP/IP Protocol the list of network protocols. If it appears in the list, go to “Assigning an IP Address on Windows NT 4.0”...
Page 167 Assigning an IP Address on Windows NT 4.0 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 169 Notices This chapter includes system requirements, safety instructions, your Epson America Limited Warranty, and other important information about your EPSON Expression 1640XL. System Requirements The minimum system requirements for Windows and Macintosh are listed below. For optimum performance, a faster processor and more memory are recommended. If you’re scanning high resolution images, you need more than the minimum available...
Page 170 8-bit 256-color display adapter card (24-bit display adapter card with millions of colors recommended) ™ EPSON TWAIN Pro supports the Apple ColorSync 2.0 color management system ™ and QuickTime. These extensions are automatically installed during the EPSON TWAIN Pro installation.
Page 171 Important Safety Instructions Read all of 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.
Page 172 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA 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 173 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: EPSON Type of Product: Image Scanner Model: G650C Product: EPSON Expression 1640XL...
Page 174 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 175 PSON charge for parts or labor. The replacement unit may be new or refurbished to the Epson standard of quality, and at Epson’s option, the replacement may be another model of like kind and quality. Epson’s liability for replacement of the covered product will not exceed the original retail selling price of the covered product.
Page 177 Reference Guide, viewing, Batch scanning, Blurred image, Electrical requirements, Buttons, EPSON Accessories, help, EPSON TWAIN Pro Network, see TWAIN Pro Network Cable length, EPSON TWAIN Pro, see TWAIN Pro Calibrating the scanner driver, Cleaning the scanner, Client software, installing, Colors, problems,...
Page 178 Windows 2000 software, installing client software, Windows 95 software, installing scanner server software, Windows 98 software, installing TCP/IP, Windows NT software, starting a scan, IP address, assigning, starting EPSON Scan Server, stopping a scan in progress, using the Start button, Newspapers, scanning,...
Page 179 Paper jams, fixing, Scanner server Photographs, scanning, changing start up mode, Power-on sequence, installing the software, Presto! PageManager starting EPSON Scan Server, installing, stopping a scan, locating the user’s guide, uninstalling Scan Server, setting up one-touch scanning, Scanning defining the scan area,...
Page 180 Space requirements, Troubleshooting Specifications auto document feeder, auto document feeder, calibrating the scanner driver, FireWire card, image quality, scanner, scanner, transparency unit, setup, Start button, software, one-touch scanning, testing the scanner, using on a network scanner, testing the scanner connection, Start up mode, changing for scanner server, transparency unit,...
Page 181 Warranty, Windows installing TCP/IP, installing the software, system requirements, World Wide Web,...

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