Epson Perfection 1670 Manuals

Scanner Technical Brief—Page 1 6/07 This technical brief provides detailed information on the Image Quality, Performance, and Flexibility of Epson Scanners. Image Quality—Factors affecting image quality When comparing scanners, hardware resolution and color pixel depth are two features often used to gauge image quality. These two features are important, but there are a number of factors that determine image quality in a scanner, such as the following: (Many of these elements will be discussed in detail in upcoming sections of this document.) The Epson Expression® and GT series scanners are Epson’s professional series scanners designed for excel- lence with respect to image quality, speed, usability, versatility, and durability. These scanners include the highest quality components. Precision stepper motor for high quality sub-scan resolution Dynamic range control Type of lamp system used Optic system Optical resolution and color bit depth Quality of the Analog to Digital con- verter (ADC); Epson scanners have optimum performance for minimal noise and tight color registration. Type of focus method Color vs. monochrome CCD The Epson Perfection® series scanners are designed for home and entry-level corporate and graphics arts users, and are designed with the highest quality components in their price class. Image Quality—Resolution A scanner’s resolution determines the amount of data that is read by the scanner. As resolution increases, so does the file size. Resolution is measured in a variety of ways. 1. Optical resolution: This is the actual number of pixels read by the CCD (Charge Coupled Device), which measures the intensity of the light that is reflected from the image to be scanned, and converts it to an analog voltage. If a scanner has a resolution of 600 x 2400 dpi, its optical resolution is 600 dpi, which means that it can resolve 600 bits of data per inch. 2. Hardware resolution: Using a precision stepper motor to double-step or quadruple-step the carriage, the scanner’s sub-scanner resolution can be increased. For example, a scanner can have an optical resolution of 1200 dpi, but a hardware resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi (because it double-steps the carriage to increase the vertical resolution). 2400 dpi 1200 dpi

EPSON PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN Date: 07/08/2008 Originator: RY PSB #: PSB.2008.07.001 Authorization: Reference: TE08-0061 Rev A Total Pages: 1 Product(s): All Scanners and All-in-One’s using Epson Scan Subject: Epson Scan ICM updater v.1.20 for Windows XP/XP x64 / Vista (32bit & 64bit) This bulletin was created to inform you of an ICM update that fixes a problem with using ICM color profiles in Epson Scan when Adobe’s Color Management Module (CMM) has also been installed on the computer. Description of Change: ICM module updater for Epson Scan—affects all driver versions up to and including 3.4xA Note: Scanners/All-in-One’s using Epson Scan 3.5xA or later already include the latest ICM module and are not affected. Description of Problem: When Adobe’s CMM is installed (available as a free download from www.Adobe.com) on a computer that also has Epson Scan installed, an error message occurs when attempting to select ICM Adobe RGB, Apple RGB or ColorMatch RGB color profiles from the Epson Scan ICM pull-down menu (under Color tab in the Configuration menu). When selecting any of these three profiles, the program returns this error: “Cannot find necessary files. Please re-install the software” Installing the Epson ICM updater fixes the error so you can choose any of these color profiles. Installation: • Download epson12688.exe from the Epson website (www.epson.com). • Double-click on the filename. The files will self extract and automatically start the installation process. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation. Note: Installation completes in a few seconds. • Open Epson Scan. Click on the Configuration button. Select the Color tab and enable ICM. You can now choose your preferred profile. Page 1 of 1 PSB.2008.07.001

Page 1 of 2 PSB.2007.04.001 EPSON Product Support Bulletin Date: April 2, 2007 Originator: VS PSB #: PSB.2007.04.001 Authorization: Reference: TI 06-0491 Rev.B Total Pages: 2 Product(s): Expression 10000XL/1640 XL/1680/1600/800/836 XL, Perfection 3490/3590/4490/V700/V750/V100/V350/1240U/1250/1260/1640/1650/1660/ 1670/2400/2480/2580/3170/3200/4180/4870/4990/640U/1200U/610, GT- 2500/15000/30000 series scanners Subject: Scanning Application Force Quits on Mac OS 10.4 This bulletin was created to inform you of an error that may occur when opening a TWAIN- compliant scanning application on a Macintosh computer running OS 10.4. Description of Problem: When launching a Twain-compliant scanning application after deleting your Epson Scan driver with an Epson Scan uninstaller not compatible with your scanner model, the application will force quit during start-up. For example, using a Perfection 4490 driver uninstaller to delete a Perfection 3490 driver will cause your scanning application to suddenly close during start-up. This issue affects the following TWAIN-compliant applications: EPSON Creativity Suite When pressing the Scan button, the Scan Assistant force quits Copy Utility Force quits during start-up Photo Impression Force quits during start-up Photoshop Elements Force quits during start-up Photoshop Force quits during start-up Photoshop CS2 Force quits during start-up This issue can also occur under the following conditions: 1) Dragging the Epson Scan folder (located in the Applications folder) to the Trash can 2) Upgrading your scanner and using the Epson Scan driver from the new scanner to delete the driver from the older scanner, and then installing the new driver Operating Systems Effected: Mac OS 10.4 to 10.4.9 Affected Epson Scan Driver Versions: 2.70A or later

Page 1 of 2 PSB.2007.04.001 EPSON Product Support Bulletin Date: April 2, 2007 Originator: VS PSB #: PSB.2007.04.001 Authorization: Reference: TI 06-0491 Rev.B Total Pages: 2 Product(s): Expression 10000XL/1640 XL/1680/1600/800/836 XL, Perfection 3490/3590/4490/V700/V750/V100/V350/1240U/1250/1260/1640/1650/1660/ 1670/2400/2480/2580/3170/3200/4180/4870/4990/640U/1200U/610, GT- 2500/15000/30000 series scanners Subject: Scanning Application Force Quits on Mac OS 10.4 This bulletin was created to inform you of an error that may occur when opening a TWAIN- compliant scanning application on a Macintosh computer running OS 10.4. Description of Problem: When launching a Twain-compliant scanning application after deleting your Epson Scan driver with an Epson Scan uninstaller not compatible with your scanner model, the application will force quit during start-up. For example, using a Perfection 4490 driver uninstaller to delete a Perfection 3490 driver will cause your scanning application to suddenly close during start-up. This issue affects the following TWAIN-compliant applications: EPSON Creativity Suite When pressing the Scan button, the Scan Assistant force quits Copy Utility Force quits during start-up Photo Impression Force quits during start-up Photoshop Elements Force quits during start-up Photoshop Force quits during start-up Photoshop CS2 Force quits during start-up This issue can also occur under the following conditions: 1) Dragging the Epson Scan folder (located in the Applications folder) to the Trash can 2) Upgrading your scanner and using the Epson Scan driver from the new scanner to delete the driver from the older scanner, and then installing the new driver Operating Systems Effected: Mac OS 10.4 to 10.4.9 Affected Epson Scan Driver Versions: 2.70A or later

Page 1 of 1 EPSON PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN Date: 10/02/03 Originator: RY PSB #: PSB.2003.10.004 Authorization: Reference: TE03-152 Rev. A Total Pages: 1 Product(s): Perfection 610, 640, 1200U, 1240, 1250, 1260, 1640, 1650, 1660, 2450 Subject: EPSON Scan TWAIN version 1.25A for OS 10.2.X Reason: The purpose of this bulletin is to announce the newly released Epson Scan TWAIN driver and Epson Scan Utility version 1.25A for Macintosh OS 10.2.X. Driver Notes: 1. This driver does not support color restoration and dust removal. Note: The Epson Scan Twain driver Help file includes information on these two features but they are not supported on these scanners. 2. The driver does not support a SCSI connection. 3. If you have a Perfection 1670, 3170 or 3200 scanner already installed on your computer, and you then install Epson Scan Twain driver 1.25A, the Epson Scan driver for these 3 models will encounter two issues: (a) Epson Scan utility will not launch and (b) the Start button no longer functions. To fix these two issues you will need to install a patch. Please see bulletin PSB.2003.10.001 for more information about this patch. To Install Epson Scan 1.25A: 1. Launch the EPSON Scan Installer and follow the on-screen instructions. Note: The installer will remove the previous version (1.0) of Epson Scan during the installation. 2. Connect the scanner to the computer using a USB or Firewire cable (an Epson Firewire I/F board is required). To Uninstall Epson Scan 1.25A: 1. Disconnect the USB or Firewire cable from the scanner. 2. Launch the EPSON Scan Installer. 3. In the drop down menu box where you see “Easy Install” select “Uninstall”. 4. Click the Uninstall button.

Brilliant one-touch photo restorations. The Epson Perfection 1670 Photo delivers 1600 x 3200 dpi resolution and 48-bit color for astonishing image quality. User-friendly software features exclusive Epson Easy Photo Fix™ technology for one-touch color restoration. An automatic scanning mode and a built-in 35mm adapter for scanning slides and negatives add value. Key Features Exclusive one-touch color restoration with Epson Easy Photo Fix technology for restoring faded photos Also includes fully-automatic scanning and dust removal capabilities 1600 x 3200 dpi hardware resolution Offers remarkable image quality and razor sharp detail Built-in 35mm slide and film strip adapter Scans up to two 35mm slides or film strips with up to three negatives per strip Complete software bundle for photo enhancements and more - Epson Scan with Epson Easy Photo Fix technology - Epson Smart Panel™ - ArcSoft® PhotoImpression™ - ABBYY® FineReader® Sprint OCR - NewSoft™ Presto!® BizCard PERFECTION ® 1670 PHOTO COLOR SCANNER Epson Easy Photo Fix Technology

Notices Important Safety Instructions Read all these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the scanner. Caution: Be sure the AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standards. ■ Place the scanner close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it easily. Do not place or store the scanner or the AC adapter outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources, or in locations subject to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity, direct sunlight, strong light sources, or rapid changes in temperature or humidity. Do not use with wet hands. ■ Place the scanner and the AC adapter near an electrical outlet where the power cord can be easily unplugged. ■ Allow space behind the scanner for the cables, and space above the scanner so that you can raise the document cover fully. ■ Power supply cords should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place objects on top of power-supply cords and do not allow the AC adapter or power- supply cords to be stepped on or run over. Be particularly careful to keep all power-supply cords straight at the ends and the points where they enter and leave the AC adapter. ■ Use only the AC adapter model A241B/E that comes with your scanner. Using any other adapter could cause fire, electrical shock, or injury. ■ The AC adapter is designed for use with the scanner with which it was included. Do not attempt to use it with other electronic devices unless specified. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter’s label, and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet with the AC power cord that meets the relevant local safety standards. ■ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off. ■ If you use an extension cord with the scanner, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet’s ampere rating. Do not place multiple loads on the electrical outlet. ■ Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the AC adapter, power cord, scanner, and transparency unit by yourself except as specifically explained in the scanner’s guides. ■ Do not insert objects into any opening as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts. Beware of electrical shock hazards.

Page 1 of 2 PSB.2007.04.001 EPSON Product Support Bulletin Date: April 2, 2007 Originator: VS PSB #: PSB.2007.04.001 Authorization: Reference: TI 06-0491 Rev.B Total Pages: 2 Product(s): Expression 10000XL/1640 XL/1680/1600/800/836 XL, Perfection 3490/3590/4490/V700/V750/V100/V350/1240U/1250/1260/1640/1650/1660/ 1670/2400/2480/2580/3170/3200/4180/4870/4990/640U/1200U/610, GT- 2500/15000/30000 series scanners Subject: Scanning Application Force Quits on Mac OS 10.4 This bulletin was created to inform you of an error that may occur when opening a TWAIN- compliant scanning application on a Macintosh computer running OS 10.4. Description of Problem: When launching a Twain-compliant scanning application after deleting your Epson Scan driver with an Epson Scan uninstaller not compatible with your scanner model, the application will force quit during start-up. For example, using a Perfection 4490 driver uninstaller to delete a Perfection 3490 driver will cause your scanning application to suddenly close during start-up. This issue affects the following TWAIN-compliant applications: EPSON Creativity Suite When pressing the Scan button, the Scan Assistant force quits Copy Utility Force quits during start-up Photo Impression Force quits during start-up Photoshop Elements Force quits during start-up Photoshop Force quits during start-up Photoshop CS2 Force quits during start-up This issue can also occur under the following conditions: 1) Dragging the Epson Scan folder (located in the Applications folder) to the Trash can 2) Upgrading your scanner and using the Epson Scan driver from the new scanner to delete the driver from the older scanner, and then installing the new driver Operating Systems Effected: Mac OS 10.4 to 10.4.9 Affected Epson Scan Driver Versions: 2.70A or later

P R O D U C T I N F O R M A T I O N G U I D E 6/03 EPSON UPDATE 6/26/03 This package provides a new scanner product section to be added to the EPSON Product Information Guide. The table of contents of this section is listed below. EPSON Perfection® 1670 Photo TABLE OF CONTENTS Scanner Parts........................................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 1 Scanner Specifications ............................................................................................. EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 1 AC Adapter Specifications....................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 2 Film Adapter Specifications..................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 2 Unlocking the Scanner ............................................................................................ EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 2 Scanner Buttons ...................................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 3 Scanner Light .......................................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 3 Using EPSON Smart Panel ..................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 3 Selecting the Scanning Mode in EPSON Scan ........................................................ EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 4 Restoring Color in Photos ....................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 4 Placing Film on the Scanner.................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 5 Transporting the Scanner ........................................................................................ EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 6 Related Documentation........................................................................................... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 6