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EPSON Perfection
Unpack Your Scanner
1
Make sure you have all the accessories shown below for your EPSON
scanner:
Perfection 4870 Photo scanner
(cover includes film adapter)
CD-ROM with EPSON
Scan driver, software,
and electronic manuals
Note: The contents may vary in certain
locations.
2
Remove all the packing tape, but leave the large sticker in place until you are
instructed to remove it.
IMPORTANT!
Leave the sticker
in place until you
are instructed to
remove it
3
Insert the hinges on the cover into the
square holes at the back of the scanner.
4
Slide the transportation lock to the
unlocked position. Then close the cover.
Install the Software
Wait! You must install your software before connecting the scanner to
your computer. The installation process may take several minutes. Be sure
to close all open programs and turn off any virus protection programs.
The software works with Windows
to 9.x and OS X 10.2.x. Follow the steps below (for Windows), or the steps in the
next column (for Macintosh).
Note: If you don't already have Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements on
your computer, install Photoshop Elements from the CD-ROM included with your
scanner.
Windows
1
Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The
installer starts automatically. If it doesn't start, do the following:
•
Windows XP: Click Start, click My Computer, then double-click EPSON.
•
Windows 98, Me, and 2000: Double-click My Computer, then double-
click EPSON.
2
When you see the message about disabling your antivirus software, click
Continue.
3
If you are prompted to select a language, select your preferred language.
™
4870 Photo
Adobe
®
Photoshop
®
Elements 2.0 CD-ROM
®
98, Me, 2000, and XP, and Macintosh
®
Film holders
®
®
LaserSoft
SilverFast
CD-ROM
USB cable
®
OS 8.6
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