Epson EXPRESSION 10000XL PRO Reference Guide

Color Image Scanner

Setup Guide

1 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2 Getting to Know Your Scanner . . . . . . . . . 6

3 Installing the Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4 Setting Up the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

5 Using Your Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

7 Problems?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Where to Find Information

Setup Guide (this document)

Describes how to set up the scanner, install the scanner software, and use the scanner to perform basic scanning. It also covers how to install options.

Online Reference Guide

The CD-ROM shipped with your scanner includes the following guide as well as the scanner driver.

Provides basic information about scanning. It also includes information on settings and functions of the scanner software (EPSON Scan.) Information is also available on maintenance, troubleshooting, technical specifications, and customer support.

Information on Epson Scanner Software (online help)

Provides you with detailed information on EPSON Scan. To access the Software online help, click the Help button in the EPSON Scan window.

Information on other Software

Refer to the respective documentation for the information.

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Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third partie s for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incur red by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accide nt, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorize d modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.

Seiko Epson Corp oration and its affiliates sha ll not be liable against any d amages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

EPSON Scan is based in part on the work of the Independent JEPG Group.

EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries. Adobe, Acrobat Reader, and Photoshop are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Apple, Macintosh, Mac, iMac, and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. SilverFast is either a registered trademark or trademark of LaserSoft Imaging AG in the United States of America and other countries.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.

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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your scanner.

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Read all these instructions, and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the scanner.

❏ Unplug the scanner before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth

only. Do not spill liquid on the scanner.

❏ Do not place the scanner on an unstable surface, or near a

radiator or heat source.

❏ Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of

another cord may result in fire or electric shock.

❏ This product’s power cord is for use with this product only.

Use with other equipment may result in fire or electric shock.

❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the scanner's

label and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet with the power cord that meets the relevant local safety standards.

❏ Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical

outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.

❏ Do not allow the power cord to become damaged or frayed.

❏ If you are using an extension cord with the scanner, make sure

the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet's ampere rating.

4 Safety Instructions

❏ Except as specifically explained in this Setup Guide and the

Online Reference Guide, do not attempt to service the scanner

yourself.

❏ Unplug the scanner and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

❏ If the power cord or plug is damaged.

❏ If liquid has entered the scanner.

❏ If the scanner has been dropped or the case damaged.

❏ If the scanner does not operate normally or exhibits a

distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.)

❏ If you plan to use the scanner in Germany, observe the

following:

To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for this scanner, the building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16 Amp circuit breaker.

Note for German-speaking users:

Bei Anschluss des Scanners an die Stromversorgung muss sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einer 10A- oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.

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Safety Instructions 5

Getting to Know Your Scanner

Unpacking the Scanner

Your EPSON Expression 10000XL comes shipped with CD-ROMs that include driver software to run your scanner, and some additional items. The contents may vary in certain locations.

USB interface cable

scanner

Setup Guide CD-ROMs

power cord

6 Getting to Know Your Scanner

Options

The following options are available to expand the versatility of your scanner. For detailed information on the use of these options, see “Options” on page 21.

Note:

Some options are not available in some areas.

A3 Transparency Unit (B81336✽)

Allows you to scan transparent materials primarily 35 mm slides and filmstrips. The Transparency Unit’s reading area allows you to scan films up to 309 x 420 mm in size.

A3 Automatic Document Feeder (B81321✽) Allows you to scan up to 100 single- or double-sided pages automatically. This option feeds a document from the top page down, which preserves the original page order.

Using this option with an optical character recognition (OCR) software, you can use the scanned text in word processing programs as if you had typed it by yourself.

EPSON Network Image Express Card (B80839✽)

Enables an Epson scanner supporting EPSON Scan and network connection to become shareable on a network. This allows you to perform various scanning operations in a network environment using less power and space. For more information, see the manual that comes with this product.

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Note:

The asterisk is a substitute for the last digit of the product number, which varies by country.

Getting to Know Your Scanner 7

Installing the Software

The software CD contains the scanner software and the Online Reference Guide.

You must install the software BEFORE connecting the scanner to your computer.

Note:

❏ For Windows XP and Windows 2000, you need the administrative

privilege to install the software.

❏ EPSON Scan does not support the UNIX File System (UFS) for

Mac OS X. You must install the software on a disk or in a partition that does not use UFS.

Note for Mac OS X 10.3 users:

Do not use the Fast User Switching function while using Expression 10000XL.

Insert the software CD in the CD-ROM or DVD drive, and then start the installer following the instructions below.

For Windows users

1. The installer starts automatically. If necessary, start it by

double-clicking the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

2. If a message appears to prompt you to disable your antivirus

software, click Continue.

3. If you are prompted to select a language, select your preferred language.

4. On the Software Installation screen, click Install EPSON Scan. Follow the on-screen instruction until all of the software is installed.

8 Installing the Software

5. On the Software Installation screen, click Install Reference Guide. Follow the on-screen instruction until all of the

software is installed.

6. When a message appears to indicate that installation is complete, click Exit.

Note:

If you do not have Adobe Photoshop Elements and LaserSoft SilverFast on your computer yet, install them from the CD-ROM included with your scanner. To install the software, insert the Photoshop CD or SilverFast CD in the CD-ROM drive, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

For Macintosh users

Installing EPSON Scan

1. For Mac OS X users: Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon on your desk top. Double-click the EPSON Scan folder in the EPSON folder, and then double-click the Mac OS X folder.

For Mac OS 9 users:

Double-click the EPSON Scan folder in the EPSON folder. Double-click the Mac OS 9 folder, and then double-click your preferred language folder. If the EPSON Scan folder does not open automatically, double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

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2. Double-click the EPSON Scan Installer icon, and then follow the on-screen instruction until all of the software is installed.

For Mac OS X users: If the Authenticate window appears, click the key icon, enter the administrator's name and password, and then click OK.

3. When a message appears to indicate that installation is complete, click Quit.

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Installing Reference Guide

1. For Mac OS X users:

Double-click the EPSON CD-R OM ic on o n yo ur d es k to p, a nd then double-click the Manual folder in the EPSON folder.

For Mac OS 9 users:

Double-click the Manual icon in the EPSON folder. If the EPSON Scan folder does not open automatically, double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

2. Double-click the language folder you prefer and then

double-click the Installer icon. Follow the on-screen instruction until all of the software is installed.

3. When a message appears to indicate that installation is

complete, click OK.

Note:

10 Installing the Software

Setting Up the Scanner

Choosing a Place for the Scanner

Follow the guidelines below when selecting a location for your scanner.

❏ Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. The scanner does

not operate properly if it is tilted at an angle.

❏ Place the scanner close enough to the computer for the

interface cable to reach it easily.

❏ Place the scanner near an electrical outlet where the power

cord can be easily unplugged.

❏ Keep the scanner away from high temperature, humidity and

excessive dirt or dust. Also avoid using or storing the scanner in places subject to rapid changes of temperature and humidity.

❏ Keep the scanner away from direct sunlight and strong light

sources.

❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

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