Epson ES-600C, ES-300C, ES-800C User Manual

Scanner Utility
for Epson TWAIN
User’s Guide
Scanner Utility for Epson TWAIN
User’s Guide
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Copyright 0 1992 by Epson America, Inc. Torrance, California
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IMPORTANT
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For SCSI interface users: if you are using other SCSI devices besides the scanner, see page 2-6 and 2-7 in the TWAIN manual and also see the SCSI information in the README file on the disk.
The colors in scan previews are not accurate if
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your computer supports 256 or fewer colors. This
does not affect the final scan. For optimum viewing choose True Color as the SCAN MODE on the Scanner Control screen. For the best
scanning and viewing, Epson recommends using
a True Color (24-bit) video board.
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Both the horizontal and vertical dimensions of
the largest scan possible are reduced by 1/2 inch
in the current version of the Epson TWAIN.
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Picture Publisher must be set up the first time
you use it. Use the SETUP command in the FILE
pull-down menu. Select ACQUIRE DEVICE and then select EPSON SCANNERS. To scan a document, use the ACQUIRE command also located in the FILE pull-down menu. Do not use the SCAN command in the FILE pull-down menu because it does not use Epson TWAIN and it may lock up your system.
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The current version of Picture Publisher (version
3.1) produces a reversed or negative image when you use the black & white line art setting within the SCAN MODE. Correct this within Picture
Publisher by selecting the INVERT command from within the EFFECTS pull-down menu. This problem will be corrected in later releases of
Picture Publisher.
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The current version of Epson TWAIN does not
support all OS/2 version 2.0 applications.
Copyright 0 1992 Epson America, Inc.

Contents

Introduction
What is on Your Epson Scanner Utility Diskette What You Need to Use Epson TWAIN
Computer Scanner Interface.
How to Use This Manual Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Where to Get Help
Chapter 1
Removing the Cover
Checking the Jumper Setting
Installing the Card
Replacing the Cover
Connecting the Cable
Connecting the Bi-directional Parallel Cable Connecting the SCSI Cable
Checking Your SCSI Device Settings
Chapter 2
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Starting the Epson TWAIN Setup Program Installing Epson TWAIN for Bidirectional Support. Installing EpsonTWAIN for Adaptec SCSI Support Running SCANTEST
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Chapter 3
Using TWAIN
Starting Epson TWAIN Basic Scanning With Epson TWAIN
Setting Epson TWAIN Options for Your Image Type Previewing Your Image Selecting the Scanning Area Adjusting the Brightness Adjusting the Magnification Checking the Size
Scanning Your Image Changing Your Scanning Resolutions Using Epson TWAIN’s Advanced Features
Modifying Settings on the Scanner Control Screen Editing the Scan Mode Settings Editing the Target Device Settings
Chapter 4
When you select an Acquire device, Epson Scanners
is not listed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Nothing happens when you select Acquire . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Target Device or Scan Mode names or settings are different
or incorrect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
The scan is not the full width you selected in the
Preview area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
Numbers you type in the width or height box
are not accepted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
An error in the scanner or a paper jam in the Automatic
Document Feeder caused an error message . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
The Sharpness setting is “grayed out” in the Epson TWAIN
Scanner Control dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
The Document Source setting is “grayed out” in the
Epson TWAIN Scanner Control dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
The Preview button is “grayed out” when the Automatic
Document Feeder is selected under Document Source
Troubleshooting
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When you scan Black and White Line Art, Black and
White Halftone, or other monochrome image, the
scanned image is reversed like a negative image . . . . . . . 4-4
The predefined Scan Mode and Target Device settings
don’t meet your specific scanning requirements . . . . . . . 4-5
Sometimes the halftone or dither settings you select in
Scan Mode seem to be ignored . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Glossary
Index
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TWAIN is an open industry interface that allows you to acquire image data from a variety of external sources without leaving the application you are currently using. For instance, suppose you are using Picture Published and want to include a scanned photograph. Without leaving Picture Publisher, you can use TWAIN to scan the image and place it in your document.
Epson” TWAIN is a set of drivers designed to take advantage of your Epson scanner’s advanced features with any software application that supports TWAIN, providing you with a sophisticated, high-speed scanning solution.

What is on Your Epson Scanner Utility Diskette

Your Epson TWAIN package contains a single diskette, the
Epson Scanner Utility Diskette. This diskette provides scanner support, including Epson TWAIN, for devices using either the
bi-directional parallel interface or the Adapte® AHA- SCSI
host adapter, referred to here as the Adaptec SCSI adapter.
This diskette contains the following:
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SETUP program for Microsoft® Windows™ 3.0 or 3.1
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Epson TWAIN
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Epson Scanner DOS Device Driver for MS-DOS
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INSTALL program
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SCANTEST
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README file.
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Introduction 1
If you are using Windows 3.0 or 3.1 with applications that support TWAIN, the Epson Scanner Utility Setup program for Windows installs everything you need. Just follow the instructions in Chapter 3 for installing Epson TWAIN.
If you do not have Windows, you can still install the Epson Scanner Utility to support the bidirectional parallel or Adaptec
SCSI adapters using the INSTALL program from the DOS prompt. Read the README file supplied on the Epson Scanner Utility diskette for more information about installing the Epson Scanner Utility from DOS
Note
If you are using the Adaptec SCSI adapter, you also received an Adaptec ASPI™ DOS Manager diskette. You will need this diskette to install SCSI support for either Epson TWAIN or the Epson Scanner Utility for DOS.

What You Need to Use Epson TWAIN

Epson TWAIN supports any TWAIN-compliant application using Windows 3.0 or higher. Before you can use Epson
TWAIN, you’ll need the components described here.

Computer

Your computer needs the following configuration to support
Epson TWAIN:
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80286,80386, or 80486 based computer with an IBM® AT™
(ISA) bus, or an IBM PS/2™ or compatible computer
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At least 1MB of RAM
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MS-DOS version 3.3 or higher
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Microsoft Windows version 3.0 or higher
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At least a 40MB hard disk with 150KB available space, although you’ll want as much space as possible to store your scanned images
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TWAIN-compliant software; check with your software publisher to see if your application supports TWAIN.

Scanner

Epson TWAIN supports the following Epson scanners:
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ES-800C
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ES-600C
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ES-300C.

Interface

Epson TWAIN supports the following interface options:
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Epson bidirectional parallel interface (B808011) for IBM AT or compatible computers (ISA bus)
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Adaptec AHA-1510 SCSI host adapter
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PS/2 built-in bidirectional parallel interface.
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How to Use This Manual

This User’s Guide contains information you need to install and use Epson TWAIN with your Epson scanner and your applications that support the open industry TWAIN interface.
Chapter 1 explains how to install either your bidirectional parallel interface or SCSI adapter card.
Chapter 2 provides procedures for installing Epson TWAIN on
your computer and testing the connection between your scanner and computer.
Chapter 3 describes how to use Epson TWAIN.
Chapter 4 contains troubleshooting tips.
At the end of this guide, you’ll find a glossary and an index.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings
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must be followed carefully to avoid damage to your scanner and computer.
Cautions
should be followed carefully to ensure correct operation.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your scanner.
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Where to Get Help

Epson America provides local customer support and service through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service Centers.
Epson also provides the following support services through the Epson Consumer Resource Center at (800) 922-8911:
Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson Reseller or Service Center
Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of Epson products
Epson technical information library fax service-also available by calling the toll number (310) 782-4214 directly
Product literature with technical specifications on current and new products
Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your Epson product
Customer Relations
User group locations.
Introduction 5
Chapter 1

Installing the Interface Card

Removing the Cover Checking the Jumper Setting Installing the Card Replacing the Cover Connecting the Cable
Connecting the Bidirectional Parallel Cable Connecting the SCSI Cable
Checking Your SCSI Device Settings
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You can install one of two different interface cards to connect your Epson scanner to your computer:
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Epson b&directional parallel adapter
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Adaptec AHA-1510 AT-to-SCSI host adapter.
@3808011),
or
Note
Epson TWAIN supports the built-in bidirectional parallel interface on the IBM PS/2. If you have a PS/2, you don’t need
to install an additional interface card. Turn to Chapter 2 for
instructions on installing Epson TWAIN. You must install
either the bidirectional parallel interface or the Adaptec SCSI adapter for all other computers.
Procedures for installing the bidirectional parallel or the Adaptec SCSI adapter cards differ slightly. You may want to refer to your computer’s documentation for more complete instructions on installing option cards.
This chapter contains the following sections. The checkmarks indicate which sections apply to installing a bidirectional parallel adapter, an Adaptec SCSI adapter, or both.
Section
Removing the cover
Checking the jumper settings
Installing the card
Connecting the cable
Checking your SCSI device ID
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Bi-directional SCSI
Parallel
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Removing the Cover

Follow these steps to remove your computer’s cover:
1.
Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices.
2.
Disconnect the computer’s power cable from the electrical outlet and from the back panel. Also disconnect any cables that are connected to the computer, including the keyboard cable.
3.
Remove the cover. (If you need instructions, see your computer manual.)
4.
Before you touch any of the components, touch an unpainted metal surface inside the computer’s case to ground yourself and avoid an electric shock.
Warning
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Be sure to ground yourself to an unpainted metal surface in
the computer every time you remove the cover. If you are not properly grounded, you could generate an electric shock which could damage a component.
If you are installing an Adaptec SCSI adapter card, skip the section on checking jumper setting.

Checking the Jumper Setting

One of the jumpers on your Epson bidirectional parallel adapter card identifies the port address for your bidirectional parallel port. Follow these steps to unpack the option card and check the jumper setting:
1.
Unpack the option card. When you handle it, be careful not to
touch any of the components on the circuit board or the
gold-edged connector.
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Locate jumper J1 on the card. (Ignore the J2 jumper.)
J1
A jumper’s setting is determined by where the jumper is placed on the pins. It connects either the left pin and the middle pin or the right pin and the middle pin, as shown below.
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LPT1
LPT2
Refer to the table below to see which setting is appropriate for
your system.
J1 Jumper settings
Position
LPT2’
LPT1
‘Factory setting
Function
Identifies the port address as LPT2
Identifies the port address as LPT1
Most people use LPT1 to connect a printer, so you probably
want to leave the jumper at the factory setting so that it
supports the LPT2 address for your scanner.
Note
The TWAIN installation program requires that you identify your J1 jumper setting on the Epson bidirectional parallel adapter card as part of the installation process. Make sure you note the
jumper setting before you install the card.
3.
If necessary, move the jumper from one position to the other, using needle-nose pliers or tweezers to pull it off its pins and gently move it to the desired position.
Caution
Be careful not to bend the jumper pins or damage any surrounding components on the card.
4.
Place the interface card gently on top of its original packing
material with the component side facing up. Keep the packing materials in case you remove the card later.
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installing the Card

Your computer has several standard option slots that can accommodate either the Adaptec SCSI or the bidirectional parallel adapter card. You can install the interface card in any available slot. See your computer manual for detailed installation instructions or follow these general steps:
1.
Remove any retaining screws from the metal option slot cover and remove the slot cover. Keep the screw(s) to secure the option card to the computer. Store the slot cover in a safe place in case you remove the interface card later.
2.
Grip the interface card firmly by the top corners and make sure the connector points down.
3.
Insert the card into the slot, guiding it straight down. Once the connector reaches the slot, push the card down firmly
(but carefully) to insert it fully. You should feel the card fit
into place.
4.
Secure the end of the card to the back of the computer with
the retaining screw(s).

Replacing the Cover

Follow these steps to replace your computer’s cover:
1.
Replace the cover. (If you need instructions, see your computer manual.)
2.
Reconnect the computer’s power cable to the back panel and then to an electrical outlet. Also reconnect any cables you disconnected, including the keyboard cable.
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Installing the Interface Card

Connecting the Cable

These procedures describe adapter cable, then the SCSI adapter cable.
connecting the
bidirectional parallel

Connecting the Bi-directional Parallel Cable

Follow adapter card. This cable came in your Epson Scanner Interface kit.
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4.
You are now ready to install Epson TWAIN.
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Make sure both the scanner and computer are turned off.
Connect the 25-pin end of the cable to the computer, then tighten the screws on the sides of the connector.
Connect the 36-pin end of the cable to the scanner; then fasten the connector with the clamps on the sides of the connector.
Turn on your computer and scanner.
steps to connect the cable to your bidirectional

Connecting the SCSl Cable

The SCSI interface on your computer allows you to connect up
to eight devices, including the computer, in a daisy-chain
arrangement. Only the first SCSI device is connected to the
computer; each of the other devices is connected to the
previous device.
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Make sure both the scanner and computer are turned off.
2.
If the Epson scanner is your only SCSI device, attach the 50-pin connectors to the scanner and your computer. Fasten the connectors with the clamps on the sides of the connector.
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