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Epson Prefection 2450 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Scanner Basics...

  • 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

    Placing Your Document Placing Standard Documents Placing Transparencies and Film Using the Transparency Unit Using Film Holders Scanning with EPSON Smart Panel Smart Panel Basics Reprogramming the Start Button Scanning to E-mail Scanning and Printing with Photo Print Scanning to the EPSON PhotoCenter...
  • Page 4 Scanner Light Problems and Solutions Setup Problems Scanner Problems Software Problems Image Problems Where To Get Help For More Information EPSON Technical Support Software Support Requirements and Notices System Requirements Windows Macintosh Important Safety Instructions ENERGY STAR Compliance FCC Compliance Statement...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    TWAIN software. Or, if you’ve installed it, you can use LaserSoft Imaging ™ SilverFast ® SE instead of EPSON TWAIN. See “Advanced Scanning” on page 27 for details. Instructions for setting up your scanner can be found on the Start Here sheet.
  • Page 6 Introduction...

  • Page 7: Placing Your Document

    Placing Your Document Depending on what you’re planning to scan, follow the guidelines in this chapter to place your document correctly: To scan standard (opaque paper) documents, see “Placing Standard Documents” below. To scan transparent media such as slides and film strips, see “Placing Transparencies and Film”...

  • Page 8: Placing Transparencies And Film

    Placing Transparencies and Film Before scanning transparent documents, you need to remove the scanner’s reflective document mat; this exposes the transparency unit, as described below. If you’re scanning slides or film strips, you’ll also need to use one of the film holders that came with your scanner.
  • Page 9 2. Make sure the cable is plugged into the round connector. If not, turn off the scanner and connect the cable, as shown. When you’re done scanning transparencies and want to return to scanning standard (opaque) documents, be sure to replace the reflective document mat: 1.

  • Page 10: Using Film Holders

    Using Film Holders Your scanner comes with three different film holders for film and slides. The film holders ensure correct placement of your transparencies and make it easier to scan them. Film has two sides, a shiny base side and a dull emulsion side. The base side of the film has the film maker’s name and film ID numbers printed on it.
  • Page 11 If you’re scanning 35-mm slides, set the holder on the scanner first, then place the slides in the holder. Using Film Holders...
  • Page 12 Placing Your Document...

  • Page 13: Scanning With Epson Smart Panel

    Scanning with EPSON Smart Panel You can use EPSON Smart Panel’s easy, step-by-step applications to help you with your most common scanning needs: Use the function like a copy machine to scan and print copies of Copy newspapers, magazine articles, or handwritten letters. (For photos, use Photo Print.)

  • Page 14: Smart Panel Basics

    2. Place your photo(s) face down on the scanner, then close the cover. (If you place multiple photos, make sure that their edges do not touch.) 3. Do one of the following to open EPSON Smart Panel: Double-click the If you haven’t reassigned its function (see page 11), you can press the ] Start button on your scanner.

  • Page 15: Reprogramming The Start Button

    See the following sections in this chapter to learn more about specific Smart Panel features. You can also find more information in the EPSON Smart Panel online help. An update to the Copy application is available on the Scanner Software CD-ROM (Windows users only).
  • Page 16 Follow these steps to assign a new function to the ] Start button: 1. Open EPSON Smart Panel as described on page 10. 2. Select the application you want to assign to the ] Start button, as shown below. select the application...

  • Page 17: Scanning To E-Mail

    3. Place your photo(s) face down on the scanner, then close the cover. If placing more than one photo on the scanner, make sure their edges do not touch. 4. Open EPSON Smart Panel: Double-click the If you haven’t reassigned its function (see page 11), you can press the ] Start button on your scanner.
  • Page 18 . (See page 30 for instructions on selecting TWAIN settings.) After Cancel adjusting your settings, close EPSON TWAIN and continue with step 6. 6. When the scan completes, the Scan to E-mail dialog box opens. You can scan more images (click...
  • Page 19 7. Select your e-mail program and then click e-mail program the first time you use EPSON Smart Panel. For subsequent scans, it is automatically selected.) select your e-mail program 8. An e-mail dialog box opens with your photo(s) attached. Enter the recipient’s...

  • Page 20: Scanning And Printing With Photo Print

    1. Turn on the scanner by pressing the 2. Place your photo face down on the scanner, then close the cover. 3. Open EPSON Smart Panel: Double-click the If you haven’t reassigned its function (see page 11), you can press the ] Start button on your scanner.
  • Page 21 5. The application confirms you have a printer installed on your system. Then EPSON TWAIN automatically scans your image. 6. When the scan completes, the EPSON Photo Print screen appears and your scanned image automatically prints. If you want to verify or change the paper and print size settings, cancel the scan;...

  • Page 22: Scanning To The Epson Photocenter

    Scanning to the EPSON PhotoCenter With Scan to Web, you can scan photos and upload them to the EPSON PhotoCenter at http://photo.epson.com photo-sharing site that allows you to: store, organize, and share your photos print high-resolution photos straight from the Web order prints and custom photo gifts.
  • Page 23 6. EPSON Smart Panel opens. Click Scan to Web 7. The application opens, then EPSON TWAIN automatically scans your image. If you’d rather scan in Manual mode so you can adjust your scan settings, click . (See page 30 for instructions on selecting TWAIN settings.) After Cancel adjusting your settings, close EPSON TWAIN and continue with step 8.
  • Page 24 File Specification list before you click Upload. Scanning with EPSON Smart Panel under , and enter the same Site Name you used when you registered at the EPSON . The photos upload to the EPSON PhotoCenter. (e-mail address) User ID User ID (e-mail...
  • Page 25 Member Sign In box 10. You are automatically logged into the EPSON PhotoCenter and receive a message stating that you have new photos in your Photo Inbox. Click view your photos.
  • Page 26 Now that your photos are in an album, you can view them at any time and share them with your friends and family. Scanning with EPSON Smart Panel to select them all. Select All...

  • Page 27: Sharing Your Photos

    Sharing Your Photos Now your friends and family can view the photos you’ve uploaded to the EPSON PhotoCenter. Have them visit under , then click Visit Albums your friends and family enter your e-mail address here Your friends and family can view the photos in the shared albums you’ve created.

  • Page 28: Scanning A Photo To A File

    2. Place your photo(s) face down on the scanner, then close the cover. If you place more than one photo on the scanner, make sure that their edges do not touch. 3. Do one of the following to open EPSON Smart Panel: Double-click the If you haven’t reassigned its function (see page 11), you can press the ] Start...
  • Page 29 EPSON TWAIN automatically scans your image. If you’d rather scan in Manual mode so you can adjust your scan settings, click instructions on selecting TWAIN settings.) After adjusting your settings, close EPSON TWAIN and continue with step 5. 5. When the scan completes, the Scan to File dialog box opens. If you want to scan more photos, place them on the scanner, close the cover, and then click .
  • Page 30 Browse, then select the new path select a file format available only if JPEG is selected Scanning with EPSON Smart Panel . The photo is saved in your selected folder.

  • Page 31: Advanced Scanning

    The standard software that comes with your scanner is EPSON TWAIN. If you’ve installed LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE, you can use it instead of EPSON TWAIN.

  • Page 32: Scanning From An Application

    The first time you open your application in Windows, you have to select the scanner “source” you want to scan with. This is normally EPSON TWAIN (the standard software that comes with your scanner), but if you’ve installed SilverFast SE, you can select it instead.

  • Page 33: Scanning Your Image

    Scanner Software CD-ROM sleeve. If you’re using EPSON TWAIN, you see this screen while the scan is in progress: 4. If you want the scan to be performed automatically (and EPSON TWAIN to select the best settings for your scan), simply wait for it to finish.

  • Page 34: Using Epson Twain

    Using EPSON TWAIN When you scan with EPSON TWAIN, the default mode is Full Auto and the software automatically selects the settings for your image type. EPSON TWAIN also has a Manual mode that lets you select the settings yourself, as described below. An intermediate option is to set your own resolution, but let EPSON TWAIN automatically select the rest of the settings;...
  • Page 35 4. Manually adjust settings in the EPSON TWAIN window in the following order: 1 Select the basic settings: Document Source Image Type Destination Resolution 2 Preview your image 5. After you scan your image, close EPSON TWAIN to return to your image-processing or Smart Panel application.

  • Page 36: Using Silverfast Se

    Using SilverFast SE You can use SilverFast SE as an alternative to the standard EPSON TWAIN software that comes with your scanner. The easiest way of scanning with SilverFast SE is to use ® ScanPilot. This utility guides you through the best sequence of steps for achieving a professional-looking image.

  • Page 37: Installing The Silverfast Se Plugin

    3. Click to prescan your image. 4. Follow the remaining steps as indicated by ScanPilot. When you’re done, SilverFast closes and your completed image appears in your image-processing application. You can select or de-select which tools are offered by ScanPilot. Click the Prefs button to customize your selections.

  • Page 38: Recommended Settings

    The better your original is, the better your scan will be. You can make many corrections in your scanning software (EPSON TWAIN or SilverFast SE). For additional photo retouching, use an image editing program such as Adobe Photoshop Elements.

  • Page 39: Problem Solving

    I If you are scanning transparencies, make sure you’ve If this does not eliminate the error, the fluorescent lamp may need to be replaced or the scanner may have another problem. Consult your dealer or EPSON. — The scanner is unplugged or turned off.

  • Page 40: Problems And Solutions

    Cancel the Start Here sheet. Be sure to disconnect the scanner before installing your software. Problem Solving You are unable to install EPSON TWAIN in Windows 2000. In Windows 2000, don’t select under Block Control Panel...

  • Page 41: Scanner Problems

    Windows Extensions Manager: FW Scanner Enabler FW Scanner Expert EPSON FW Scanner Lib If you see your scanner in the Windows Control Panel, but you can’t scan, uninstall and reinstall your scanner software.

  • Page 42: Software Problems

    “stopwatch” icon may not change back to a cursor after scanning is complete. The cursor returns to normal after you close EPSON TWAIN. Make sure you’ve removed the reflective document mat and positioned the film holder correctly (see page 4).
  • Page 43 The edges of your film might not scan if you use a film holder. If this happens, turn off Automatic Thumbnail Preview for Film: 1. In EPSON TWAIN, click Configuration 2. On the tab, make Preview sure the checkbox for...
  • Page 44 A dotted line appears in the image. If this happens on both your screen and printout, the scanner is not working properly. Contact your dealer or EPSON. If the line is just on your printout, you may need to clean your printer.

  • Page 45: Where To Get Help

    On-screen Help Whenever you’re working with EPSON Smart Panel or any of the other software that came with your scanner, you can click the software may also include electronic manuals in PDF format. Check each program’s folder on the CD-ROM to see if an electronic manual is available.

  • Page 46: Epson Technical Support

    Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase Computer configuration Description of the problem You can purchase supplies and accessories from the EPSON Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit our web site at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

  • Page 47: Software Support

    Software Support Software Telephone EPSON TWAIN driver U.S. (562) 276-4382 Canada (905) 709-3839 EPSON Smart Panel (510) 445-8616 LaserSoft Imaging (941) 383-7496 SilverFast SE 9:00 EST, Monday through Friday Adobe (206) 675-6126 Photoshop Elements 6:00 PST, Monday through Friday (pay support)
  • Page 48 Problem Solving...

  • Page 49: Requirements And Notices

    Requirements and Notices This chapter includes system requirements, safety instructions, and other important information about your EPSON Perfection scanner. 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 are scanning high-resolution images, you need more than the minimum available hard disk space and memory listed.

  • Page 50: Macintosh

    See the documentation for these products for details. EPSON TWAIN supports the Apple ColorSync These extensions are automatically installed during EPSON TWAIN installation. Requirements and Notices ™ ) with built-in USB port, running Mac ™...

  • Page 51: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the scanner. Place the scanner close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it easily. Place the scanner near an electrical outlet where the power cord can be easily unplugged. Note for French-speaking users: Placez le scanner près d’une prise de courant où...

  • Page 52: Energy Star Compliance

    If the plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician to replace your outlet. NERGY 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...

  • Page 53: For Canadian Users

    WARNING: The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device.

  • Page 54: Declaration Of Conformity

    EPSON Dealer or EPSON Customer Care Center. You are responsible for all costs (shipping, insurance, travel time) in getting the product to the service location.
  • Page 55 What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty covers only normal use in the United States and Canada. This warranty does not cover damage to the EPSON product caused by parts or supplies not manufactured, distributed or certified by EPSON. This warranty is not transferable and will not apply to products purchased from an end user.
  • Page 56 Requirements and Notices...

  • Page 57: Index

    File, scanning to, 24 to 26 Film holders, using, 6 to 7 Film, scanning, 4 to 7, 34 Fluorescent lamp, 37 Help EPSON, 42 to 43 manuals, 41 software, 43 Image quality problems, 38 to 40 Incorrect colors, 39 to 40...
  • Page 58 Photo Print, 16 to 17 PhotoCenter, EPSON, 18 to 23 Requirements, system, 45 to 46 Safety instructions, 47 to 48 Scanner light, 35, 36 troubleshooting, 37 to 38 Scanning from an application, 28 to 29 problems, 38 to 40 text, 9...

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