Epson 4180 User Manual

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Scanner Parts Scanner Specifications

Reflective document mat
Carriage and lamp (in the home position)
Document table
Scan and save button
Built-in transparency unit (TPU) under lid
Scan to e-mail button
Copy button
Transportation lock (in unlocked position)
Power button
Start button

Basic Specifications

Scanner type Flatbed, color
TM
Photoelectric Color Epson Matrix CCD device
Effective pixels 40,800 × 56,160 pixels (4800 dpi)
100% scaling
Maximum US letter or A4 size document size (8.5 × 11.7 inches [216 × 297 mm])
Optical resolution 4800 dpi Maximum 4800 dpi (main scan) × 9600 dpi hardware
resolution* (sub scan)
* The maximum hardware resolution of 4800 × 9600 dpi is achieved
using Epson’s Micro Step Drive
technology.
Maximum 12,800 dpi interpolated resolution
Speed (color) 16.9 msec/line at 4800 dpi
4.1 msec/line at 600 dpi (draft mode) Pixel depth 16 bits per pixel (input/output) Line art settings Fixed threshold
line sensor
Power connector
Transparency unit (TPU) connector
Note: 3 film holders are included (not shown)
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) (optional)
USB port
Gamma correction 1 type for user-defined Interface
USB 2.0 (Type B receptacle connector) Light source White cold cathode fluorescent lamp Dimensions Width: 10.9 inches (276 mm)
Depth: 18.0 inches (458 mm)
Height: 4.6 inches (117 mm) Weight Approx. 8.5 lb (3.9 kg)

Electrical

Input voltage range 100-120 VAC Rated frequency 50 to 60 Hz Rated current 1.4 A Power Approx. 25 W operating
consumption approx. 19.5 W in stand-by mode
approx. 4.5 W in power saving mode
Note: Scanners sold outside the US market may operate at a different
voltage. Check the label on the back of the scanner for voltage information.
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Environmental

Temperature Operation: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
Storage: –13 to 140 °F (–25 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operation: 10% to 80% (without Storage: 10% to 85% condensation)
Operating Ordinary office or home conditions; avoid conditions extreme dust, direct sunlight, and strong
light sources.

Safety Approvals

Safety UL 60950
CSA C22.2 No. 60950
EMC FCC part 15 subpart B class B
CSA C108.8 class B

USB Interface

Interface type Universal Serial Bus Specification
Revision 2.0 Connector type One receptacle (Type B) Electrical Full Speed mode (12 Mbps) and High
standard Speed mode (480 Mbps), Universal
Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 Connector pin arrangement
Pin number Signal Connector
1VCC 2 –DATA 3+DATA 4 GND

Optional Automatic Document Feeder (B12B813341) Specifications

Basic Specifications

Paper supply Face up load Paper out Face down eject Paper setting
quantity 30 sheets (55 g/m2 paper, maximum total
thickness under 6 mm)
Reliability load/eject: (mean cycles plain paper sheets - 20,000 between failure) transparency film - 10,000
hinge: 12,000 cycles

Electrical

Input voltage 24 VDC ± 10%
5 VDC ± 15%
Input current 24 V: 0.8 A
5 V: 0.2 A
Note: Optional ADFs sold outside the US market may operate at a
different voltage. Check the label on the back of the scanner for voltage information.

Environmental

Temperature Operat ion: 50 to 90 °F (10 to 32 °C)
Storage: -4 to 140 °F (-20 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operation: 20 to 80% (without Storage:10% to 85% condensation)

AC Adapter

Input 100-120 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz Output 24.0-26.4 VDC, 1.4 A

Transparency Unit

The transparency unit (film adapter) is built into the scanner lid.
Electrical Supply voltage: DC 24.0 to 26.4 V
Rated current: 0.5 A Document Positive or negative film in these sizes:
specifications 35 mm strips
35 mm slides
120/220 (up to 6 × 12-cm) film Readable area 2.6 × 9.1 inches (66 × 231 mm)
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How to Scan

The ] Start button on your scanner automatically opens the EPSON Smart Panel, making it easy for you to scan your images for many different uses. Here’s how you can use the ] Start button and Smart Panel to scan photos and save them as files.
1. Raise the scanner cover and place your photo face down on the glass. Make sure the top right corner of the photo is aligned with the top right corner of the scanner.
2. Close the cover.
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3. Press the ] Start button on your scanner.
Note: In Windows XP, you will see a message the first time you press
the
] Start button. Select EPSON Smart Panel , click Always
use this program for this action, then click OK.
EPSON Smart Panel opens on your computer.

Starting a Scan

You can start a scan in several different ways: You can use the scanner buttons. Press the button for the
type of scan you want. Smart Panel automatically opens and scans your documents. Then follow the easy on-screen instructions to finish your task.
Note: If you are using Windows XP, you will have to select EPSON
Smart Panel and Always use this program for this action the
first time you press each of the buttons.
Scan and Save
E-mail
You can start Smart Panel by clicking the icon on your
desktop, and use it to perform various types of scans.
You can start EPSON Scan from Adobe Photoshop
Elements or any other TWAIN-compliant program. You can also start the EPSON Scan program directly from your computer.
CopyScan to
Start
4. Click the
Scan and Save icon.
5. When you see the following screen, select a location and file type for your scanned image, then click
Select a locationSelect a file type Click Scan and Save
Scan and Save.
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Selecting the Scanning Mode

EPSON Scan has four scanning modes:
Choose your scanning mode
Full Auto Mode for automatic control of scan settings.Home Mode for scanning film and more control over scan
settings, including Color Restoration.
Offi ce Mode for scanning text and multiple pages (available
only if the optional automatic document feeder [B12B813341] is installed).
Professional Mode for full control over all scan settings.

Restoring Color in Photos

If you have faded photos or negatives, you can use the Color Restoration setting in your software to improve the color of your scan. You can select this setting in Smart Panel or in EPSON Scan.

Smart Panel

To select the Color Restoration setting, follow these steps:
1. Press the { Copy button on the scanner. The Copy Center opens.
To change the scanning mode, choose the mode you want to use from the list box at the top right of the window.
To change settings in Full Auto Mode, click the then click
Options. If you’re using Home, Professional, or
Pause button,
Office Mode, the options window automatically appears. Then select the settings you want to use for your scan.
Note: The selected mode and settings remain in effect until they are
changed.
2. Select your printer. Then select
Photo for the Source Type.
3. Select the Type and Size of paper loaded in your printer and the Copy Size you want.
4. Select
Color Restoration, then click the Copy button on
the screen. Your photo is copied, restored, and printed. (If you need more information, click
Help button.)
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EPSON Scan

Color Restoration is available in Home and Professional Modes.
1. To select Color Restoration, start EPSON Scan. You see a screen similar to this (the example shows Home Mode).
Image Adjustments
Preview
2. Click the your image.
3. Click
4. When the Image Adjustments screen appears, select
Restoration. Then click Close.
Preview button at the bottom of the screen to see
Image Adjustments.
Color

Scanning Film and Transparencies

The scanner cover has a built-in transparency unit (film adapter). To scan film or negative strips, slides, or transparencies, you need to remove the document mat from the scanner cover and insert the film in a holder.
The scanner comes with 3 different film holders: one for 35 mm film or negative strips, one for 35 mm slides, and one for medium-format (120/220) transparencies.
1. Make sure the film adapter cable is connected to the scanner (see the Start Here sheet for instructions). If you need to connect the cable, first turn the scanner off. Then turn it back on again after you connect the cable.
2. Lift the scanner cover all the way up and slide the reflective document mat up and off of the scanner cover.
3. Follow the instructions for the type of film you are scanning:
If you are scanning 35 mm film or negative strips or medium-format (120/220) transparencies, slide the film into the corresponding holder, with the film’s shiny side facing down.
35 mm film or negative strips
Color Restoration
Close
5. Click the
Cover tab
Medium-format transparencies: Slide the film into the holder as shown. Then lower the cover and press the tab to lock it in place.
Scan button on the screen to scan your image.
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Place the film holder on the scanner as shown. Make sure the small circle on the holder tab fits into the hole on the scanner.
Make sure this calibration space is uncovered
If you are scanning slides, place the holder on the scanner. Then place the slides in the holder. (Place the slides so the “this side to lamp” indication is facing down.)
Image Adjustments
Preview
The Image Adjustments window opens.
Color Restoration
Dust Removal
Close
8. Make any of the following adjustments: If your images are faded, click
Color Restoration.
If you see specks of dust on the preview, click
Removal.
Dust
4. Close the scanner cover.
5. Start EPSON Scan and make sure the correct Document Type is selected: either
Negative Film
, or Positive Film (for slides and
Color Negative Film, B&W
transparencies).
6. Click the
7. Click
Preview button to see your images.
Image Adjustments.
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In Professional Mode, you can also select
9. Click
10. Click the
Close when you’re done.
Scan button on the screen to scan your images.
Grain Reduction.
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Indicator Light

The indicator light (on the ] Start button) indicates the status of the scanner, as described below.
Light Color Status
On Green The scanner is ready to scan images. Flashing Green The scanner is initializing (warming up) or is
busy scanning.
Flashing Red Check the following, then turn your
scanner off and back on to reset it : Make sure the transportation lock is in
the unlocked position, as shown on page 1.
Try restarting your computer and
turning the scanner off and then on again.
If this does not clear the error, the fluorescent lamp may need to be repl aced or the scanner may have another problem. Consult your dealer or Epson.
Off The scanner is unplugged or turn ed off.

Related Documentation

CPD-18186 Epson Perfection 4180 Photo Start Here
poster
CPD-18187 Epson Perfection 4180 Scanner Software
CD-ROM, including online Reference
Guide
CPD-18188 Epson Perfection 4180 Notices booklet
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