Epson Perfection 1200U user manual

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Scanner Basics
EPSON Perfection 1200U and 1200U PHOTO

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PLAN YOUR SCAN SELECT AN IMAGE TO SCAN The type of image you’re scanning determines what input setting you select in your software. OPEN YOUR HOST APPLICATION This is the software application where you’ll import your scanned image. You’ll start the scanner’s software from within these or other applications. SELECT YOUR SCANNER SOURCE This is the scanner driver you’re using. Your scanner comes with EPSON TWAIN. You start EPSON TWAIN from within your application. REAL NEWS DETERMINE WHAT THE F

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Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. 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. Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its

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Contents A COMPLETE SCANNING SOLUTION 1 About Your Scanner 1 About Your Software 2 About Your Documentation 3 Cautions, Notes, and Tips 3 Year 2000 Ready 3 System Requirements 4 Windows 98 4 Macintosh 5 6 ENERGY STAR Compliance Important Safety Instructions 6 SETTING UP YOUR SCANNER 9 Unpack Your Scanner 9 Choose a Good Place for Your Scanner 10 Unlock the Scanner 11 Connect the Scanner to Your Computer 12 Power On Your System 13 Install the Scanner Software 13 If You’re Running Windows 98 . .

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SCANNING FROM START TO FINISH 21 Using the Start Button 21 Creating an Illustrated Document 22 Scanning and Converting a Text Document 22 Scanning and Retouching a Photo 26 Adding a Scanned Photo to a Document 31 ADVANCED SCANNING 35 Scanning with EPSON TWAIN 35 Placing Your Original Document 36 Selecting TWAIN from Your Application 36 Using EPSON TWAIN 37 Setting Up PageManager for Start Button Scanning 39 Assigning a Destination to the Start Button 40 Adding a Destination to the Scan Buttons P

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SCANNER MAINTENANCE 53 Identifying Scanner Parts 53 Removing the Scanner Cover 54 Reattaching the Scanner Cover 54 Transporting the Scanner 55 Cleaning the Scanner 56 Cleaning the Paper Path Guide 56 USING THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 59 Transparency Unit 59 Unpacking the Transparency Unit 59 Installing the Transparency Unit 60 Using the Transparency Unit 61 Selecting Settings 64 Scanning Reflective Documents or Photographs 65 Removing the Transparency Unit 65 Auto Document Feeder 65 Unpacking the Aut

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PROBLEMS? NEED HELP? 79 Light and Buttons 79 Problems and Solutions 81 Setup Problems 81 Scanner Problems 81 Software Problems 83 Scanning Problems 85 Where To Get Help 91 EPSON Technical Support 91 Software Technical Support 92 SPECIFICATIONS 93 Scanner Specifications 93 Transparency Unit Specifications 95 Auto Document Feeder Specifications 96 INDEX 99 vi

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A Complete Scanning Solution ® ™ Your EPSON Perfection 1200U scanner is a professional-quality 36-bit scanner packed with easy-to-use features for practically any type of scanning—for business, home, or school. The “plug & play” USB connection is fast and easy with no extra ® hardware to install. Using EPSON’s ColorTrue II Imaging System, the scanner captures your images with amazing detail and accurate colors. Your scanner can achieve up to 1200 × 2400 dpi hardware resolution with EPSON’s

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About Your Software The EPSON Perfection 1200U scanner includes these leading-edge applications for professional-quality scans: EPSON TWAIN Driver The scanning utility for producing professional quality images. Ideal for scanning text into OCR programs—includes Text Enhancement Technology (TET) for more accurate OCR scanning and Auto Area Segmentation (AAS) to separate text from background colors. ® ® ® Adobe PhotoDeluxe Business Edition 1.0 (Windows ) or ® Adobe PhotoDeluxe version 2.0 (M

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About Your Documentation This guide includes setup instructions for your scanner, scanning tips, and troubleshooting advice. It also includes instructions for viewing your electronic manuals and installing the optional equipment. For details on using the scanner software (TWAIN), see your electronic EPSON TWAIN User’s Guide. Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you read your documentation: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain impo

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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 listed. Color and tone reproduction are subject to the display capability of your computer system, including the video card, monitor, and software. See the documentation for these products for details. Windows 98 ® ■

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Macintosh ™ ® ■ iMac or Power Macintosh G3 with built-in USB port ■ System 8.1 or later (iMac), System 8.5.1 or later (Power Macintosh G3) If your system is running OS 8.1, you must download ® and install the iMac Update 1.0 from Apple at http://swupdates.info.apple.com before you install the EPSON USB software. Contact Apple Computer if you have problems installing this update. If your system is running OS 8.5 or later, you do not need to download and install the update. Your operating sy

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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 computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, scanners, and copiers in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation. Important Safety Instructions Read all o

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■ Unplug the scanner and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the scanner; if the scanner has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; if the scanner does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Do not adjust controls that are not covered by the operating instructions. 7

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Setting Up Your Scanner Setting up your scanner is easy—just follow the simple 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. Power on your system. 5. Install the scanner software. 6. Install the creative software and view your electronic manuals. If you purchased the optional transparency unit or auto document feeder, see “Using the Optional Equipment” on page 59 for installatio

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Choose 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 the USB cable can reach your computer. ■ Keep the scanner away from direct sunlight and strong light sources. ■ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations, or high or rapidly changing temperatures and humidity. ■ Be sure there’s enough

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Unlock the Scanner Before connecting the scanner to a power source, you must release the transportation lock, located on the side of the scanner. Turn the transportation lock down to the unlocked position using a coin or similar object, as shown. If you can’t turn the transportation lock easily, turn the scanner on (see page 12 for instructions); then, after the operate light starts flashing red, turn the scanner off and try again. Always lock the scanner carriage before transporting it;

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Connect the Scanner to Your Computer If you are connecting to a PC, Windows 98 must be factory preinstalled on your system. 1. Make sure the scanner, computer, and any USB devices connected to your computer are turned off. The scanner is off when the Poperate button is out (not pushed down below the surface of the front panel). operate button 2. Locate the USB cable that came with your scanner. 3. Plug the square connector on the USB cable into the USB connector on the back of the scanne

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Power On Your System Always turn your scanner on before you turn on the computer. Otherwise, the computer may not recognize your EPSON scanner when you install your software. The operate light on the top of the scanner blinks as the scanner initializes. Whenever you turn off the scanner, wait at least 10 seconds before turning it back on. Rapidly turning the scanner on and off can damage the scanner. Install the Scanner Software The scanner software comes on two CD-ROMs: one for Windows 98 a