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ES-200/ES-300W User's Guide
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Contents
ES-200/ES-300W User's Guide ................................................................................................................... 7
Scanner Basics............................................................................................................................................ 8
Loading Originals...................................................................................................................................... 18
Wi-Fi Networking ....................................................................................................................................... 44
Scanner Parts Locations ...................................................................................................................... 8
Scanner Parts.................................................................................................................................. 8
Scanner Buttons and Lights........................................................................................................... 12
User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts and Accessories ............................................................ 14
Changing the Power Save Settings.................................................................................................... 14
Charging the Battery (ES-300W)........................................................................................................ 15
Loading Originals in the Input Tray..................................................................................................... 18
Original Document Specifications.................................................................................................. 25
Loading Receipts in the Input Tray..................................................................................................... 26
Receipt Specifications ................................................................................................................... 32
Loading Special Originals................................................................................................................... 32
Special Original Specifications ...................................................................................................... 38
Loading Plastic Cards in the Card Slot ............................................................................................... 39
Plastic Card Specifications ............................................................................................................ 43
Manual Network Connection Setup.................................................................................................... 44
Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network .......................................................................................... 45
Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config ................................................... 46
Setting Up Network Scanning........................................................................................................ 49
Determining the Scanner's IP Address ..................................................................................... 50
Direct Wi-Fi Mode (AP Mode) Setup .................................................................................................. 51
Enabling a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection............................................................................. 52
Using WPS to Set Up a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection ......................................................... 54
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)............................................................................................................. 56
Using WPS to Connect to a Network ............................................................................................. 57
Using WPS PIN Mode to Connect to a Network ............................................................................ 59
Epson DocumentScan App for iOS/Android....................................................................................... 62
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Restoring Default Network Settings.................................................................................................... 63
Scanning .................................................................................................................................................... 65
Starting a Scan................................................................................................................................... 65
Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button.......................................................................................... 65
Assigning Start Button Settings or Scan Jobs........................................................................... 66
Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan 2 Icon ............................................................................... 67
Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program..................................................................................... 69
Scanning with Document Capture Pro and Document Capture.......................................................... 71
Scanning in Epson Scan 2 ................................................................................................................. 74
Additional Scanning Settings - Main Settings Tab ......................................................................... 78
Additional Scanning Settings - Advanced Settings Tab................................................................. 79
Scanning Settings for Special Documents..................................................................................... 80
Image Format Options................................................................................................................... 80
Scan Resolution Guidelines ............................................................................................................... 81
Scanning Special Projects.................................................................................................................. 82
Scanning Two Originals onto One Sheet (Stitching Images) - Windows ....................................... 82
Scanning Multi-Page Originals as Separate Files - Windows ........................................................ 84
Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)................................................................... 85
Scanning Using OCR - Windows .............................................................................................. 86
Scanning Using OCR - Mac ...................................................................................................... 88
Saving Scanned Documents as a Searchable PDF.................................................................. 92
Saving a Scan as an Office Format File - Windows .................................................................. 94
Scanning to a SharePoint Server or Cloud Service ....................................................................... 95
Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner............................................................................................... 98
Cleaning Your Scanner ...................................................................................................................... 98
Cleaning Inside Your Scanner............................................................................................................ 98
Checking the Scanner Roller Counter .............................................................................................. 107
Replacing the Scanner Rollers......................................................................................................... 109
Resetting the Scanner Roller Counter ......................................................................................... 115
Transporting Your Scanner .............................................................................................................. 116
Solving Problems .................................................................................................................................... 118
Scanner Light Status........................................................................................................................ 118
Solving Scanning Problems ............................................................................................................. 121
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Scanner Does Not Turn On or Turns Off Unexpectedly............................................................... 121
Scanner Button Does Not Work as Expected .............................................................................. 122
Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly ......................................................................... 123
Cannot Start Epson Scan 2 ......................................................................................................... 124
Original Feeds Incorrectly in Scanner.......................................................................................... 124
Original Jams in Scanner............................................................................................................. 125
Scanning is Slow ......................................................................................................................... 127
Solving Network Scanning Problems ............................................................................................... 128
Cannot Scan Over a Network ...................................................................................................... 128
Scanner Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point ................................................. 129
Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems ....................................................................................... 130
Back of Original Image Appears in Scanned Image .................................................................... 131
Scanned Characters are Blurry ................................................................................................... 131
Characters are not Recognized During Conversion to Editable Text (OCR) ............................... 132
Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image ............................................................................................ 132
Spots or Lines Appear in All Scanned Images............................................................................. 133
Scanned Image is Cropped ......................................................................................................... 133
Resetting the Epson Scan 2 Settings .......................................................................................... 133
Uninstall Your Scanner Software...................................................................................................... 134
Uninstalling Scanner Software - Windows................................................................................... 134
Uninstalling Scanner Software - Mac........................................................................................... 135
Where to Get Help............................................................................................................................ 135
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 137
Windows System Requirements ...................................................................................................... 137
Mac System Requirements .............................................................................................................. 137
General Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 138
Dimension Specifications ................................................................................................................. 139
Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................................... 140
Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................................... 141
Network Interface Specifications (ES-300W) ................................................................................... 142
Safety and Approvals Specifications ................................................................................................ 142
Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... 144
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 144
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Battery Safety Instructions (ES-300W)............................................................................................. 146
Restrictions on Copying ................................................................................................................... 146
Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products.................................................... 147
Binding Arbitration and Class Waiver ............................................................................................... 147
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 150
Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 151
libTIFF Software Acknowledgment.............................................................................................. 151
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials................................................... 152
Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 152
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ES-200/ES-300W User's Guide
Welcome to the ES-200/ES-300W User's Guide.
For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.
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Scanner Basics
See these sections to learn about the basic features of your scanner.
Scanner Parts Locations
Changing the Power Save Settings
Charging the Battery (ES-300W)
Scanner Parts Locations
See these sections to identify the parts on your scanner.
Scanner Parts
Scanner Buttons and Lights
User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts and Accessories
Parent topic: Scanner Basics
Scanner Parts
Note: The illustrations show the ES-300W, but the parts are the same for the ES-200.
1 Input tray
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2 Cover latch
1 Output slot
2 Card slot
3 Mode selector
4 Edge guides
5 Paper guide
6 Input tray
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7 ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)
8 Connection mode switch (ES-300W only)
1 Power inlet
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2 USB port
1 Scanner cover
2 Pickup roller
3 Separation pad
1 AC adapter
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2 Power cord
3 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 cable
Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations
Scanner Buttons and Lights
ES-200
1
2 ! error light
3
4
5 Ready light
6 start button
power button
automatic feeding mode light
stop button
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ES-300W
1
power button
2 ! error light
3
4
automatic feeding mode light
stop button
5 Ready light
6 start button
7 Wi-Fi connect button
8
Wi-Fi on/off light
9 battery light
Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations
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User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts and Accessories
You can purchase genuine Epson accessories at epson.com (U.S. sales) or epson.ca (Canadian sales).
You can also purchase accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) in the U.S. or 800-807-7766 in Canada.
Part Part number
Pickup roller B12B819251
Separation pad B12B819271
Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations
Changing the Power Save Settings
You can use the Epson Scan 2 Utility to change the time period before the scanner enters sleep mode
and turns off automatically.
1. Do one of the following to access the Epson Scan 2 Settings utility:
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 Utility.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Epson Scan 2 Utility.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2 Utility.
• Mac: Open the Applications folder, open the Epson Software folder, and select Epson Scan 2
Utility.
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2. Click the Power Save tab.
3. Select the length of time after which you want the scanner to go to sleep as the Sleep Timer setting.
4. Select a power off timer setting for the AC power or AC adapter and Battery or USB power
settings.
5. Close the Epson Scan 2 Utility.
Parent topic: Scanner Basics
Charging the Battery (ES-300W)
The scanner runs on battery power when it is connected to the computer with a USB cable or WiFi. You
can charge the battery from a computer with a USB connection or by connecting a power cord and AC
adapter to the scanner.
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To charge the battery with the power cord, connect the power cord to the AC adapter, connect the AC
adapter to the scanner, and then plug in the power cord.
The battery charging light turns orange while the battery is charging. When charging is complete, the
light turns blue (if the scanner is on) or turns off (if the scanner is off).
Note: The battery takes about 3 hours to fully charge.
To charge the battery from a computer with a USB connection, follow these steps:
1. Make sure that the computer is on and not in sleep mode.
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2. Connect the scanner to the computer using the micro USB cable.
3. Press the power button to turn on the scanner.
The battery charging light turns orange while the battery is charging. When charging is complete, the
light turns blue (if the scanner is on) or turns off (if the scanner is off).
Note: Battery charging time when the scanner is on is about 4 hours when connected to a USB 3.0
port and about 20 hours when connected to a USB 2.0 port. Charging times increase if the scanner
is off during the charging process.
Parent topic: Scanner Basics
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Loading Originals
Follow the instructions here to load your originals into the scanner.
Note: The illustrations show the ES-300W, but the steps are the same for the ES-200.
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
Loading Receipts in the Input Tray
Loading Special Originals
Loading Plastic Cards in the Card Slot
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
You can load originals that meet the document specifications in the input tray.
1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
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2. Press the power button to turn on the scanner, if necessary.
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3. Extend the paper guide.
Note: If you are loading an original that is 14.5 inches (368.3 mm) or longer, do not extend the paper
guide.
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4. Raise the input tray edge guides and slide them all the way out.
5. If you are loading a multi-page original, fan your stack of originals.
Note: If you are loading an original that is 14.5 inches (368.3 mm) or longer, load only one sheet at a
time.
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6. Stack the originals with the printed side facing down and slide the stack so the leading edge is at an
angle as shown.
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7. Slide the mode selector to ADF and load standard originals into the input tray printed side down
and top edge first. Slide in the originals until they meet resistance and the Ready light becomes
brighter.
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8. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the original.
Note: If you are scanning originals that are 14.5 inches (368.3 mm) or longer, support the original as
it enters into and ejects from the scanner as shown.
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Original Document Specifications
Parent topic: Loading Originals
Related references
Original Document Specifications
Related topics
Scanning
Original Document Specifications
You can load original documents that meet these specifications in your scanner.
Paper type Paper size Paper weight Loading capacity
Plain paper
Fine paper
Recycled paper
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches
[216 × 279 mm])
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches
[216 × 356 mm])
A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches
[210 × 297 mm])
A5 (5.8 × 8.2 inches
[148 × 210 mm])
A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches
[105 × 148 mm])
B5 (7.2 × 10.1 inches
[182 × 257 mm])
B6 (5 × 7.2 inches
[128 × 182 mm])
Width: 2.0 to 8.5 inches (50.8
to 215.9 mm)
Height: 14.5 to 44 inches
(368.3 to 1,117.6 mm)
14 to 34 lb
(52 to 128 g/m²)
14 to 34 lb
(52 to 128 g/m²)
17 lb (64 g/m²): 25 sheets
21 lb (80 g/m²): 20 sheets
34 lb (128 g/m²): 12
sheets
Loading capacity may
vary depending on the
paper type.
1 sheet
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Paper type Paper size Paper weight Loading capacity
Post cards 3.9 × 5.8 inches
(100 × 148 mm)
Paper business cards 2.1 × 3.4 inches (55 × 89 mm) 34 to 61 lb
Caution: Do not load the following types of originals in the scanner, or they may be damaged or may
damage the scanner:
• Photos
• Thermal paper
• Coated paper
• Glossy originals
• Fabric or other non-paper originals
• Originals with uneven surfaces, such as embossed documents
• Originals containing staples or paper clips
• Originals with carbon paper backing
• Originals with wet ink
• Originals that are bound
• Originals with labels, stickers, or sticky notes
34 to 61 lb
(128 to 230 g/m²)
(128 to 230 g/m²)
51 lb (190 g/m²): 8 cards
58 lb (220 g/m²): 6 cards
• Ripped, curled, or wrinkled originals
• Originals with holes, other than standard hole-punched originals
• Transparencies
• Carbon-less paper
• Perforated originals
Parent topic: Loading Originals in the Input Tray
Loading Receipts in the Input Tray
You can load receipts that meet the specifications in the input tray.
Note: Load only one receipt at a time.
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1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
Note: Do not extend the paper guide.
2. Press the power button to turn on the scanner, if necessary.
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3. Start the Epson Scan 2 program, select the Automatic Feeding Mode checkbox on the Main
Settings tab, then click Scan.
The Automatic Feeding Mode light on the scanner turns on.
Note: Make sure to specify the correct Document Size in Epson Scan 2. If the receipt length is 34
inches (863.6 mm) or less, select Auto Detect (Long Paper) to detect the size automatically. If the
receipt length is more than 34 inches (863.6 mm), select Customize and enter the paper size.
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4. Raise the input tray edge guides and adjust them to the width of the receipt.
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5. Slide the mode selector to ADF and load the receipt into the input tray printed side down and top
edge first.
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6. Guide the receipt into the ADF and support it as it enters automatically into the scanner. (You can
continue feeding receipts into the scanner, one after another, while the scanner is in Automatic
Feeding Mode.)
7. When you are finished scanning, press the stop button on the scanner to close Automatic
Feeding Mode.
Receipt Specifications
Parent topic: Loading Originals
Related references
Receipt Specifications
Related topics
Scanning
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Receipt Specifications
You can load receipts that meet these specifications in your scanner.
Paper type Paper size Paper thickness Loading capacity
Receipts (plain paper,
fine paper, or recycled
paper)
Note: Scan receipts one at a time using Automatic Feeding Mode. You can scan receipts up to 44
inches (1,117.6 mm) long at a resolution of 300 dpi or less as long as you support the original as it enters
into and exits out of the scanner.
Parent topic: Loading Receipts in the Input Tray
Loading Special Originals
You can load envelopes or thick originals (such as post cards or business cards) in the input tray. Make
sure the originals meet the specifications for special originals before loading them.
Note: When scanning special originals, turn off the Detect Double Feed setting on the Main Settings tab
in Epson Scan 2.
3 × 3 inches (76.2 × 76.2 mm)
to 3 × 14 inches (76.2 ×
355.6 mm)
14 to 20 lb (53 to 77
g/m²)
1 sheet
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1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
2. Press the power button to turn on the scanner, if necessary.
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3. Extend the paper guide.
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4. Raise the input tray edge guides and slide them all the way out.
5. Slide the mode selector to ADF.
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6. Do one of the following:
• For an envelope, load it vertically in the input tray with the printable side down and the flap facing
as shown. Slide in the envelope until it meets resistance and the Ready light becomes brighter.
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• For thick originals, load them vertically in the input tray printable side down and top edge first.
Slide in the originals until they meet resistance and the Ready light becomes brighter.
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7. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the original.
Special Original Specifications
Parent topic: Loading Originals
Related references
Special Original Specifications
Related topics
Scanning
Special Original Specifications
You can load envelopes or thick originals (such as post cards or business cards) that meet these
specifications in your scanner.
Paper type Paper size Paper thickness Loading capacity
Envelopes 4.72 × 9.25 inches (120 ×
235 mm)
3.62 × 6.50 inches (92 ×
165 mm)
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or less
1 envelope
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Paper type Paper size Paper thickness Loading capacity
Thick originals 2 × 2.28 inches (50.8 ×
70 mm) to 3.9 × 5.8 inches
(100 × 148 mm)
Parent topic: Loading Special Originals
Loading Plastic Cards in the Card Slot
You can load plastic cards that meet the card specifications in the card slot.
Note: Do not load plastic cards into the ADF.
1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
34 to 61 lb (128 to 230
g/m²)
51 lb (190 g/m²): 8
sheets (vertical)
58 lb (220 g/m²): 6
sheets (vertical)
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2. Press the power button to turn on the scanner, if necessary.
3. Slide the mode selector to card.
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4. Load the card into the card slot face up and top edge first until the leading edge of the card is pulled
into the scanner. Make sure to insert the card according to the white guidelines on the card slot.
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Note: Do not load plastic cards horizontally or at an angle.
When scanning starts, the card is taken into the scanner, protrudes slightly from the slot at the back,
and then returns through the scanner and ejects from the card slot at the front. Do not touch the card
until it is fully ejected or a malfunction may occur.
Plastic Card Specifications
Parent topic: Loading Originals
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Related references
Plastic Card Specifications
Related topics
Scanning
Plastic Card Specifications
You can load original plastic and laminated cards that meet these specifications in your scanner's card
slot.
Card type Card size Card thickness Loading capacity
Plastic cards,
standard (ISO7810 ID1 compliant)
Note: Plastic cards with glossy surfaces, laminated cards, and embossed cards may not scan properly.
Parent topic: Loading Plastic Cards in the Card Slot
2.1 × 3.3 inches
(54 × 85.6 mm)
0.04 inch (1.0 mm) or
less
1 card (vertical)
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Wi-Fi Networking
See these sections to use your scanner over a Wi-Fi network (ES-300W).
Manual Network Connection Setup
Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network
Direct Wi-Fi Mode (AP Mode) Setup
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Epson DocumentScan App for iOS/Android
Restoring Default Network Settings
Manual Network Connection Setup
If the software installation process did not result in a Wi-Fi connection between your scanner and a
router or access point, do the following to manually connect to a network:
1. Connect your scanner to your computer using a direct Wi-Fi connection.
2. Enter the network settings for your router or access point using EpsonNet Config.
3. Set up your computer to scan to the networked scanner.
Follow the links here for instructions on each procedure.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking
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Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network
You can set up your scanner to communicate with your computer using a wireless router or access point.
The wireless router or access point can be connected to your computer over a wireless or wired network.
1 Epson scanner
2 Wireless router or access point
3 Computer with a wireless interface
4 Computer
5 Internet
6 Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point)
Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config
Setting Up Network Scanning
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking
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Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Router Using EpsonNet Config
You can use EpsonNet Config to connect the scanner to an existing Wi-Fi network on a router or access
point.
Note: You must have a computer with a wireless adapter to set up the connection. If EpsonNet Config is
not installed, go to the Epson website.
1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
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2. Set the connection mode switch on the side of the scanner to the AP mode position.
3. Turn on the scanner.
4. Connect the computer to the scanner using a direct Wi-Fi connection.
5. Do one of the following to start EpsonNet Config:
• Windows 10: Click > All apps > EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select EpsonNet Config.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config > EpsonNet Config.
• Mac: Open the Applications folder, select Epson Software > EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config >
EpsonNet Config.
6. Select your scanner from the list and click Configuration.
7. Select Network Interface > Network > Basic (Wireless).
8. Select the following settings for your infrastructure connection:
• Communication mode: Select Infrastructure.
• SSID: Enter the SSID of the wireless router or access point.
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• Security level: Select the wireless connection's security level.
• WEP Settings or WPA Settings: Enter the wireless connection's security key.
9. Click Transmit.
10. Open the Device menu and select Quit.
11. Turn off the scanner.
12. Disconnect the computer or device's direct Wi-Fi connection, then connect the computer or device to
the router or access point.
13. Set the connection mode switch on the side of the scanner to the Wi-Fi position.
14. Turn on the scanner.
When the ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner stay on, the connection is established.
15. Set up network scanning on your computer.
Parent topic: Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network
Related tasks
Enabling a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection
Setting Up Network Scanning
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Setting Up Network Scanning
After manually configuring your scanner to connect to your network, you must set up the computer to
connect to the scanner using the Epson Scan 2 Utility. Your scanner must be turned on and connected
to the network.
Note: Make a note of the IP address or host name of the scanner so you can enter it in these steps.
1. Do one of the following to start Epson Scan 2 Utility:
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 Utility.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Epson Scan 2 Utility.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2 Utility.
• Mac: Open the Applications folder, open the Epson Software folder, and select Epson Scan 2
Utility.
2. Select Settings from the Scanner drop-down list.
You see a screen like this:
Note: If you see an Enable Editing button (Windows) or a lock icon (Mac), click it so that you can
modify the scanner settings.
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3. Select your scanner and click Add.
You see a screen like this:
4. Do one of the following:
• Under Search for Network, select the IP address of your scanner and click Add.
• Select the Enter address setting, type in the IP address or host name of your scanner, and click
Add.
5. Click OK to save your settings and then close Epson Scan 2 Utility.
Determining the Scanner's IP Address
Parent topic: Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network
Determining the Scanner's IP Address
If you have multiple scanners on your network, you need to know the IP address of the scanner when
setting up network scanning.
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1. Do one of the following to start EpsonNet Config:
• Windows 10: Click > All apps > EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select EpsonNet Config.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config > EpsonNet Config.
• Mac: Open the Applications folder and select Epson Software > EpsonNet > EpsonNet Config
> EpsonNet Config.
2. Locate your scanner in the list and write down the IP address.
Parent topic: Setting Up Network Scanning
Direct Wi-Fi Mode (AP Mode) Setup
You can set up your scanner to communicate directly with your computer or another device without
requiring a wireless router or access point. If your product is not already connected to a wireless
network, it enters access point mode and the scanner itself acts as the network access point for up to 4
devices.
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Note: Devices directly connected to the scanner cannot communicate with each other through the
scanner. Make sure to set the connection mode switch on the scanner to the AP mode position.
1 Epson scanner
2 Computer with a wireless interface
3 Other wireless devices
Enabling a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection
Using WPS to Set Up a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking
Enabling a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection
You can enable a direct Wi-Fi connection to allow direct communication between your scanner and
computer or other devices without a wireless router or access point.
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Note: If you are connecting a smart device to the scanner using a direct Wi-Fi (AP mode) connection,
the scanner is connected to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) as the smart device. When you turn off the
scanner, the smart device is automatically connected to other Wi-Fi networks, so you must reconnect to
the scanner in AP mode from the smart device when you turn the scanner back on. To avoid
reconnecting every time you turn the scanner off and back on, connect the scanner to an access point
instead.
Before you begin, note the SSID and password shown on the label on the bottom of the scanner.
1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
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2. Set the connection mode switch on the scanner to the AP mode position.
3. Turn on the scanner.
4. From your computer or device, search for and select the SSID shown on the label on the back of the
scanner.
5. Enter the password shown on the label on the back of the scanner.
When the ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner stay on, an AP mode connection is established.
Parent topic: Direct Wi-Fi Mode (AP Mode) Setup
Using WPS to Set Up a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection
You can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to create a direct Wi-Fi connection to a WPS-enabled
computer or device.
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1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
2. Set the connection mode switch on the scanner to the AP mode position.
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3. Turn on the scanner. Wait for the ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner to stay on.
4. Press and hold the Wi-Fi connect button on the scanner for at least 3 seconds, then release it
when the ready and Wi-Fi lights flash alternately.
The scanner enters standby mode for WPS connection for two minutes.
5. Press the WPS button on your computer or device, or enable the WPS feature.
Note: You must press the WPS button or enable the WPS feature within two minutes or the
connection attempt will fail.
When the ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner stay on, the connection is established.
Parent topic: Direct Wi-Fi Mode (AP Mode) Setup
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
If your network uses a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can quickly connect your
scanner to the network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
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Note: To check if your router is WPS-enabled, look for a button labeled WPS on your router or access
point. If there is no hardware button, there may be a virtual WPS button in the software for the device.
Check your network product documentation for details.
Using WPS to Connect to a Network
Using WPS PIN Mode to Connect to a Network
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking
Using WPS to Connect to a Network
If you have a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to
connect your scanner to the network.
1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
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2. Set the connection mode switch on the scanner to the Wi-Fi position.
3. Turn on the scanner. Wait for the ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner to flash simultaneously.
4. Press and hold the WPS button on your wireless router or access point until the security light
flashes.
Note: If you cannot locate the WPS button, or there are no buttons on the router or access point, see
the documentation provided with your router or access point for details.
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5. Press and hold the Wi-Fi connect button on the scanner for at least 3 seconds, then release it
when the ready and Wi-Fi lights flash blue.
The ready and Wi-Fi lights flash alternately while establishing the connection. When the ready
and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner stay on, the scanner is connected to the network.
Note: If the ! error light turns on, the connection failed. Press the stop button to clear the error,
restart the scanner and access point, and repeat these steps.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Related tasks
Setting Up Network Scanning
Using WPS PIN Mode to Connect to a Network
If you have a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point that supports PIN mode, you can use Wi-Fi
Protected Setup (WPS) PIN mode to connect your scanner to the network.
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1. Slide the cover latch to open the scanner.
2. Set the connection mode switch on the scanner to the AP mode position.
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3. Press and hold the Wi-Fi connect button and press the power button to turn on the scanner.
4. Hold the Wi-Fi connect button until the ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner flash alternately.
5. Use your computer to enter the PIN code 01234565 into the wireless router or access point within
two minutes.
The ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner stay on, indicating that the scanner is connected to the
network.
6. Turn off the scanner.
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7. Set the connection mode switch on the scanner to the Wi-Fi position.
8. Press the power button to turn on the scanner.
The ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner stay on, indicating that the scanner is connected to the
network.
Note: If the ! error light turns on, the connection failed. Press the stop button to clear the error,
restart the access point, and repeat these steps.
9. Set up network scanning on your computer.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Related tasks
Setting Up Network Scanning
Epson DocumentScan App for iOS/Android
You can use the Epson DocumentScan app to scan from a network scanner to an iOS or Android device
over a direct Wi-Fi connection.
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You can find more information about Epson DocumentScan by searching for the app on the App Store
(iOS) or Google Play (Android).
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking
Related tasks
Enabling a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection
Using WPS to Set Up a Direct Wi-Fi (AP Mode) Connection
Restoring Default Network Settings
If you need to solve a problem with your network connection, you can restore all network settings to their
defaults.
1. Set the connection mode switch on the scanner to the Wi-Fi position.
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2. Press and hold the Wi-Fi connect button and press the power button to turn on the scanner.
3. Hold the Wi-Fi connect button until the ready and Wi-Fi lights on the scanner flash alternately.
4. Turn off the scanner.
The default network settings are restored.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking
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Scanning
You can scan original documents or photos and save them as digital files.
Starting a Scan
Scanning with Document Capture Pro and Document Capture
Scanning in Epson Scan 2
Scan Resolution Guidelines
Scanning Special Projects
Starting a Scan
After placing your original documents or photos on your product for scanning, start scanning using one of
these methods.
Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button
Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan 2 Icon
Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program
Parent topic: Scanning
Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button
You can scan using the start button on your scanner. This automatically starts Document Capture Pro
(Windows) and Document Capture (Mac) and the scan job you have assigned to the button.
Note: Make sure Epson Scan 2 and Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (Mac) are
installed on the computer connected to the scanner. Document Capture Pro (Windows) and Document
Capture (Mac) do not support scanning from the start button on your scanner over a wireless network.
Launch Epson Scan 2 before scanning from the start button on your scanner.
1. Make sure the scanner is connected to your computer or network (ES-300W).
2. If you are scanning using the ADF, slide the mode selector to ADF. If you are scanning a business
or plastic card using the card slot, slide the mode selector to card.
3. Load an original in your scanner.
4. Press the start button.
The scanner starts the job that was assigned to the start button in Document Capture Pro
(Windows) or Document Capture (Mac).
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Note: You can view or change the scan settings using Document Capture Pro (Windows) or
Document Capture (Mac).
Assigning Start Button Settings or Scan Jobs
Parent topic: Starting a Scan
Assigning Start Button Settings or Scan Jobs
You can view or change the default scan settings when you scan using the start button on your
scanner. You do this by accessing the scan jobs in the Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document
Capture (Mac) program.
Note: Document Capture Pro (Windows) and Document Capture (Mac) do not support scanning from
the start button on your scanner over a wireless network (ES-300W). Launch Epson Scan 2 before
scanning from the start button on your scanner.
1. Start Document Capture Pro or Document Capture on a computer connected to the product.
2. Select Switch to Standard View, if necessary.
3. Click the Manage Job icon from the toolbar at the top of the window.
You see a window showing the current scan job list.
4. If you want to add a scan job, click Add or the + icon, enter a name for the new job, select settings
as necessary, and click OK.
You can now use the new scan job when you scan with Document Capture Pro or Document
Capture.
Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro or Document Capture for details.
5. If you want to assign a scan job to the start button, do one of the following:
• Windows: Click Event Settings.
• Mac: Click the icon at the bottom of the window, then click Event Settings.
6. Do one of the following:
• Windows: Select the job that you want to assign to the start button from the 1 drop-down list.
• Mac: Select the job that you want to assign to the start button.
7. Click OK.
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Parent topic: Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button
Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan 2 Icon
You can start the Epson Scan 2 program to select scan settings, scan, and save the scanned image to a
file.
• Windows 10: Click and select All apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Epson Scan 2.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select EPSON
> Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2.
• Mac: Open the Applications folder, open the Epson Software folder, and select Epson Scan 2.
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You see an Epson Scan 2 window like this:
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Parent topic: Starting a Scan
Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program
You can start Epson Scan 2 from a TWAIN-compliant scanning program to select scan settings, scan,
and open the scanned image in the program.
1. Open your scanning program and select its scanning option. (See your scanning program help for
instructions.)
2. Select your product.
Note: In certain programs, you may need to select your product as the "source" first. If you see a
Select Source option, choose it and select your product. With Windows, do not select a WIA option
for your product; it will not work correctly.
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You see an Epson Scan 2 window like this:
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Parent topic: Starting a Scan
Scanning with Document Capture Pro and Document Capture
When you scan with Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (Mac), the program
automatically saves your scanned file on your computer in the folder you specify. You can select
settings, preview, and change the scanned file settings as necessary.
Note: The settings may vary, depending on the software version you are using. See the Help information
in Document Capture or Document Capture Pro for details.
1. Do one of the following to start Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (Mac):
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps > Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Document Capture Pro.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
• Mac: Open the Applications folder, open the Epson Software folder, and select Document
Capture.
2. Select Switch to Standard View, if necessary.
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You see a window like this:
3. Click the Scan icon.
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You see a window like this:
Note: If you want to use a scan job that you created instead, select it from the Job list in the
Document Capture Pro or Document Capture window, click the Start Job button, and skip the
rest of these steps.
4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.
Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro or Document Capture for details.
5. If you want to select detailed scan settings, do one of the following:
• Windows: Click Detailed Settings. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use and click .
• Mac: Close the Scan window. Open the Scan menu at the top of the screen and select Displays
the EPSON Scan Setup Screen. Click the Scan icon and select any displayed scan settings
you want to use.
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6. If you are scanning using the ADF, slide the mode selector to ADF. If you are scanning a business
or plastic card using the card slot, slide the mode selector to card.
7. Click Scan.
You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture
(OS X) window.
8. If you would like to scan additional originals and add them to the current captured images, click the
Add Page button, select Acquire from Scanner, and repeat the previous steps.
9. Check the scanned images and edit them as necessary.
10. Click one of the Destination icons to choose where to send your scanned files. (If you cannot see all
of the icons below, click the arrow next to the icons.)
11. Depending on the destination you chose, click OK or Send to complete the operation.
Parent topic: Scanning
Related tasks
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
Scanning in Epson Scan 2
Scanning in Epson Scan 2
Epson Scan 2 automatically scans your document and saves the scanned file in PDF format in your
operating system's Documents or My Documents folder, or opens it in your scanning program. You can
select settings, preview, and change the scanned file settings as necessary.
1. Start Epson Scan 2.
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You see this window:
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Note: The Document Source setting is automatically set to ADF for your product.
2. If you want to scan different size originals by loading them into the ADF one by one, check the
Automatic Feeding Mode checkbox and click Scan. Scanning begins as soon as you load each
original.
3. Select the Scanning Side setting that matches the sides of the original that you want to scan.
4. Select the Document Size setting that matches the size of your original, or select Auto Detect to
have Epson Scan 2 automatically detect the size. You can select Customize to enter a custom size,
if necessary.
5. Select your original image type and how you want it scanned as the Image Type setting.
6. Select the Resolution setting you want to use for your scan.
7. Select any of the additional settings that you want to use on the Main Settings tab.
8. Click the Advanced Settings tab and select any settings that you want to use.
9. If you are scanning using the ADF, slide the mode selector to ADF. If you are scanning using the
card slot, slide the mode selector to card.
10. To see a preview of your scan with the settings you selected, click the Preview button.
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Epson Scan 2 previews your original and displays the results in the Epson Scan 2 window.
11. Reinsert your original into the ADF or card slot.
12. Select any additional settings that you want to use on the Main Settings tab.
13. Click the Advanced Settings tab and select any settings that you want to use.
14. Select the format in which you want to save your scanned file as the Image Format setting. If
necessary, select Options and select any desired format options.
15. Enter the file name for your scanned file in the File Name field. If necessary, select Settings to
modify the file name settings.
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16. Select the location in which you want to save your scanned file as the Folder setting. If necessary,
select Select to create a new folder.
17. Click Scan.
The product scans your original and saves the scanned file in the location you specified.
18. If you selected the Automatic Feeding Mode setting, place your next original in the ADF for
scanning. When you finish scanning originals, click Finish.
Additional Scanning Settings - Main Settings Tab
Additional Scanning Settings - Advanced Settings Tab
Scanning Settings for Special Documents
Image Format Options
Parent topic: Scanning
Related tasks
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
Additional Scanning Settings - Main Settings Tab
You can select these additional scanning settings on the Epson Scan 2 Main Settings tab.
Stitch Images
When scanning double-sided originals, lets you lay out images from both sides of the original one
scanned page.
Rotate
Rotates the original image clockwise to the desired angle before scanning it. Select Auto to allow
your product to automatically rotate the image based on the orientation of the text (may take longer to
scan).
Dual Image Output
Scans the original image twice using different output settings (Windows only).
After Scanning Option
When scanning multi-page originals, lets you add additional pages or add and edit the pages in a job
and save all of the scanned pages as one file.
Note: You must select a file format that supports multi-page such as PDF or Multi-TIFF.
Detect Double Feed
If you are scanning an original envelope or plastic card, select Off.
Parent topic: Scanning in Epson Scan 2
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Additional Scanning Settings - Advanced Settings Tab
You can select these additional scanning settings on the Epson Scan 2 Advanced Settings tab. Not all
adjustment settings may be available, depending on other settings you have chosen.
Unsharp Mask
Makes the edges of certain image areas clearer. Turn off this option to leave softer edges.
Descreening
Removes the ripple pattern that might appear in subtly shaded image areas, such as skin tones. This
option improves results when scanning magazines or newspapers. (The results of descreening do not
appear in the preview image, only in your scanned image.)
Text Enhancement
Sharpens the appearance of letters in text documents.
Auto Area Segmentation
Makes black and white images clearer and text recognition more accurate by separating the text from
the graphics.
Dropout
The scan will not pick up the color you select. This setting is available only if you select Grayscale or
Black & White as the Image Type setting.
Color Enhance
Enhances the shades of the color you select in the scanned image. This setting is available only if you
select Grayscale or Black & White as the Image Type setting.
Brightness
Adjusts the overall lightness and darkness of the scanned image.
Contrast
Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the overall scanned image.
Gamma
Adjusts the midtone density of the scanned image.
Threshold
Adjusts the level at which black areas in text and line art are delineated, improving text recognition in
OCR (Optical Character Recognition) programs.
Skip Blank Pages
If the scanner detects marks from the other side of a blank page and adds the marks to the scanned
image, adjust this setting to prevent this.
Edge Fill
Corrects shadowing around the edges of the image by filling the shadows with black or white.
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Correct Document Skew
Corrects skewed originals, image contents, or both.
Remove Punch Holes
Removes the shadows caused by holes on the edges of the original.
Parent topic: Scanning in Epson Scan 2
Scanning Settings for Special Documents
You need to select specific options on the Main Settings tab in Epson Scan 2 when scanning special
originals.
Type of original Required settings
Envelope Select Off as the Detect Double Feed setting and Auto as
Plastic cards Select Plastic Card as the Document Size setting and Off
Large originals If the Document Size list does not contain the document size
Long paper If the Document Size list does not contain the document size
the Rotate setting.
as the Detect Double Feed setting.
you want to scan, select Customize to create a custom
size.
you want to scan, select Auto Detect (Long Paper) or
select Customize to create a custom document size up to
44 inches (1,117.6 mm).
Receipts If the receipt length is 34 inches (863.6 mm) or less, select
Parent topic: Scanning in Epson Scan 2
Image Format Options
You can select different image formats and related options. For details on available options, click the ?
icon on the Epson Scan 2 Image Format Options window. Not all image formats have options.
Bitmap (*.bmp)
A standard image file format for most Windows programs.
Auto Detect (Long Paper) to detect the size automatically.
If the receipt length is more than 34 inches (863.6 mm),
select Customize to create a custom document size up to
44 inches (1,117.6 mm).
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JPEG (*.jpg)
An image format that lets you highly compress image data. However, the higher the compression, the
lower the image quality. (The TIFF format is recommended when you need to modify or retouch your
scanned image.)
PNG (*.png)
An image format that does not lose quality during editing.
TIFF (*.tif)
A file format created for exchanging data between many programs, such as graphic and DTP
software.
Multi-TIFF (*.tif)
A TIFF file format when multiple pages are saved to the same file, allowing you to edit the images
using a compatible program.
PDF (*.pdf)
A document format that is readable by Windows and Mac systems using Adobe Reader, Acrobat, or
other programs. You can save multi-page documents in one PDF file.
Searchable PDF (*.pdf)
A document format that is readable by Windows and Mac systems using Adobe Reader, Acrobat, or
other programs. You can save multi-page documents in one PDF file. Recognized text in the scanned
document can be searched.
Parent topic: Scanning in Epson Scan 2
Scan Resolution Guidelines
The Resolution setting, measured in dpi (dots per inch), controls the amount of detail captured in your
scans. Increasing the resolution raises the amount of detailed captured but comes with the following
disadvantages:
• Larger file sizes
• It takes longer to scan your originals, send/receive your scans by email or fax, and to print your scans
• The image may become too large to fit on your display or print on paper
If you plan to enlarge a scanned image so you can print it at a larger size, you may need to increase the
resolution from the default resolution set by Epson Scan 2. Follow these guidelines to determine the
resolution setting you need:
• You will scan the image at its original size but enlarge it later in an image-editing program.
Increase the Epson Scan 2 Resolution setting in your scan. Increase the resolution by the same
amount you will increase the image size to retain a high image quality. For example, if the resolution is
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300 dpi (dots per inch) and you will double the image size later, change the Resolution setting to 600
dpi.
• You will scan the image at 100% or smaller size.
Select the Epson Scan 2 Resolution setting based on how you will use the scanned image:
• Email/view on a computer screen/post on the web: 96 to 200 dpi
• Print/fax/convert to editable text (OCR)/create searchable PDF: 200 to 300 dpi
• You will scan the image on long paper.
Scan paper up to 44 inches (1,117.6 mm) in length with a maximum resolution of 300 dpi or less.
Parent topic: Scanning
Scanning Special Projects
Your product's scanning software offers various options to help you quickly complete special scan
projects.
Scanning Two Originals onto One Sheet (Stitching Images) - Windows
Scanning Multi-Page Originals as Separate Files - Windows
Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
Scanning to a SharePoint Server or Cloud Service
Parent topic: Scanning
Scanning Two Originals onto One Sheet (Stitching Images) - Windows
You can scan both sides of a double-sided or folded original and combine them into a single image with
the Epson Scan 2 Stitch Images settings.
1. If you are scanning using the ADF, slide the mode selector to ADF. If you are scanning a business
or plastic card using the card slot, slide the mode selector to card.
2. Load your original in the scanner.
3. Do one of the following to start Document Capture Pro:
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps. Select Epson Software, then select Document
Capture Pro.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Document Capture Pro.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
Epson Software, then select Document Capture Pro.
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You see this window:
4. Click the Scan icon, then click Detailed Settings.
You see an Epson Scan 2 window like this:
5. Select Double-Sided as the Scanning Side setting.
6. Select the original document size as the Document Size setting.
7. Select one of the following as the Stitch Images setting:
• Top&Bottom: Places the scanned images one above the other.
• Left&Right: Places the scanned images side by side.
8. Click Save.
9. Click Scan.
The scanned image is displayed.
Note: If the scanned images are not stitched together correctly, click Scanning Side on the Epson
Scan 2 window, select Settings, and set the Binding Edge to Left or Top.
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Parent topic: Scanning Special Projects
Scanning Multi-Page Originals as Separate Files - Windows
You can use Document Capture Pro (Windows) to scan multi-page originals as separate scanned files.
You indicate where you want the new scanned files to start by inserting a blank page or barcode
between the pages of your original.
Note: The settings may vary, depending on the software version you are using. See the Help information
in Document Capture Pro for details.
1. Load a multi-page original with blank pages or barcodes inserted where you want to start a new
scanned file.
2. Do one of the following to start Document Capture Pro:
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps > Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Document Capture Pro.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
You see this window:
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3. Click the Scan icon.
4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.
Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro for details.
5. Click Scan.
You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro window.
6. Click one of the Destination icons to choose where to send your scanned files. (If you cannot see all
of the icons below, click the arrow next to the icons.)
7. Click File Name & Separation Settings.
8. Select Apply job separation and click Separation Settings.
9. Select the method you used to separate the originals, select a folder name specification and click
OK.
10. Select any additional settings from the File Name Settings dialog and click OK.
11. Confirm your settings and click OK or Send.
Your originals are saved into separate files and folders as specified by your settings.
Parent topic: Scanning Special Projects
Related tasks
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
You can scan a document and convert the text into data that you can edit with a word processing,
spreadsheet, or HTML-editing program. This process is called OCR (Optical Character Recognition).
To scan and use OCR, you need to install an OCR program, such as ABBYY FineReader.
Scanning Using OCR - Windows
Scanning Using OCR - Mac
Saving Scanned Documents as a Searchable PDF
Saving a Scan as an Office Format File - Windows
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Parent topic: Scanning Special Projects
Scanning Using OCR - Windows
You can use the ABBYY FineReader OCR program to convert scanned documents to editable text.
1. If you are scanning using the ADF, slide the mode selector to ADF. If you are scanning using the
card slot, slide the mode selector to card.
2. Load your original in the scanner.
3. Do one of the following to open ABBYY FineReader:
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps > ABBYY FineReader 12 Sprint > ABBYY
FineReader 12 Sprint.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select ABBYY FineReader 12 Sprint.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
ABBYY FineReader 12 Sprint > ABBYY FineReader 12 Sprint.
You see a window like this:
4. Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Languages
setting.
5. Click Scan Document.
6. If you see the Select Scanner window, select your product and click OK.
Note: Do not select a WIA option for your product; it will not work correctly.
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You see a window like this:
7. Select your scanner settings.
8. Click Preview and adjust the area you want to scan, if necessary.
9. Reload the ejected original in the scanner.
10. Click Scan to Document.
11. Select the program or format you want to scan to.
You see the Save As window.
12. Select a name and a file format for your document and click Save.
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Your document is scanned and processed into editable text. The file is then saved and opened in an
application associated with the file type you selected, if available on your system.
13. When you are finished scanning, close the ABBYY FineReader window.
Parent topic: Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
Related tasks
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
Scanning Using OCR - Mac
You can use the ABBYY FineReader OCR program to convert scanned documents to editable text.
1. If you are scanning using the ADF, slide the mode selector to ADF. If you are scanning using the
card slot, slide the mode selector to card.
2. Load your original in the scanner.
3. Open the Applications folder and double-click the ABBYY FineReader Sprint icon.
You see a window like this:
4. Select your product from the Source list.
5. Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document language
setting.
6. Click on Scan Images to New Document.
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You see a window like this:
7. Select your scan settings and click Scan. Then click Finish Import.
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You see your scanned image.
8. Click on the Export icon
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9. Select the program or format you want to scan to and click Next.
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You see the Save Converted File As window:
10. Click the Export button.
The file is saved and then opened in an application associated with the file type you selected, if
available on your system.
Parent topic: Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
Related tasks
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
Saving Scanned Documents as a Searchable PDF
You can scan a document and save the text in a searchable PDF. In a searchable PDF, text is
recognized using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and then embedded in the scanned original.
Note: The required Epson Scan 2 OCR Component is installed automatically when you install your
scanner software as instructed on the Start Here sheet. If you install your scanner software programs
individually, be sure to also install the components if you want to perform OCR.
1. If you are scanning using the ADF, slide the mode selector to ADF. If you are scanning using the
card slot, slide the mode selector to card.
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2. Load your original in the scanner.
3. Start Epson Scan 2.
4. Select your scan settings.
5. Click Preview and adjust the area you want to scan, if necessary.
6. Reload the ejected original in the scanner.
7. Select Searchable PDF as the Image Format setting.
8. Select Options from the Image Format list.
You see the Image Format Options window.
9. Select the Text tab.
10. Make sure the language used in the document text is selected as the Text Language setting.
11. Click OK.
12. Confirm the File Name setting and select a Folder setting for your document.
13. Click Scan.
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The scanned image is saved as a searchable PDF.
Parent topic: Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
Saving a Scan as an Office Format File - Windows
You can use Document Capture Pro (Windows) to save your scans in one of the following Microsoft
Office file formats: Microsoft Word (.docx), Microsoft Excel (.xlsx), or Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx).
1. Load your original in the scanner.
2. Do one of the following to start Document Capture Pro:
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps > Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Document Capture Pro.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
You see this window:
3. Click the Scan icon.
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4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.
Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro for details.
5. Click Scan.
You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro window.
6. Click one of the Destination icons to choose where to send your scanned files. (If you cannot see all
of the icons below, click the arrow next to the icons.)
You see the Batch Save or Transfer Settings window.
7. Select the Office format file you want to save your scan as from the File Type drop-down list.
8. Click Options to display a new window with additional settings.
9. Select any additional settings as necessary, and click OK.
10. Confirm your settings and click OK or Send.
Your originals are saved in the Office file format you selected.
Parent topic: Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
Scanning to a SharePoint Server or Cloud Service
You can use Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (Mac) to upload scanned images
to a SharePoint server or a cloud service.
1. Do one of the following to start Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (Mac):
• Windows 10: Click and select All Apps > Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Document Capture Pro.
• Windows (other versions): Click or Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select
Epson Software > Document Capture Pro.
• Mac: Open the Applications folder, open the Epson Software folder, and select Document
Capture.
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You see a window like this:
2. Click the Scan icon.
3. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.
Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro or Document Capture for details.
4. Click Scan.
You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro or Document Capture window.
5. Click one of the cloud service Destination icons to choose where to save your scanned file. (If you
cannot see all of the icons below, the service software may not be installed, the service may not be
available on your platform, or you need to click the arrow next to the icons.)
• Web Folder (WebDAV)
• Microsoft SharePoint server (Windows only)
• Evernote (Windows only)
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• Google Drive
• SugarSync
You see the Transfer Settings window.
6. Enter any required information to set up the destination. If you have previously created a saved
setting for the destination, select it from the drop-down list.
7. Adjust any save settings, then click OK or Send, depending on the destination.
Your originals are scanned and uploaded to the indicated server.
Parent topic: Scanning Special Projects
Related tasks
Loading Originals in the Input Tray
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Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner
See these sections if you need to clean or transport your scanner.
Cleaning Your Scanner
Cleaning Inside Your Scanner
Checking the Scanner Roller Counter
Replacing the Scanner Rollers
Transporting Your Scanner
Cleaning Your Scanner
To keep your product working at its best, you should clean it several times a year.
Caution: Do not use a hard brush, alcohol, or paint thinner to clean the product or you may damage it.
Do not use oil or other lubricants inside the product or let water get inside it. Do not open the product's
outer case.
1. Turn off the scanner and unplug the AC adapter.
2. Disconnect any connected cables.
3. Clean the outer case with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid or chemical cleansers.
Note: If the outer case still requires additional cleaning, use a slightly damp cloth to wipe the outer
case. Then wipe the case with a soft, dry cloth.
Parent topic: Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner
Cleaning Inside Your Scanner
Clean your scanner regularly to make sure that no dust builds up on the glass scanning surfaces. Dust
can cause spots or lines in your scanned images.
Note: The illustrations show the ES-300W, but the instructions are the same for the ES-200.
Caution: Do not use a hard brush, alcohol, or paint thinner to clean the product or you may damage it.
Do not use oil or other lubricants inside the product or let water get inside it.
1. Turn off the scanner and unplug the AC adapter.
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2. Disconnect any connected cables.
3. Pull the edge of the scanner cover firmly at the arrow mark to open it.
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4. Use a soft, moist cloth to wipe off any dust or dirt on the glass scanning surfaces and the rollers
inside the scanner cover.
Caution: Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the scanning surfaces. Be careful not to place too
much force on the glass.
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