This guide shows how to set up the scanner and calibrate the screen,
how to install the scanner software and options, and how to use the
scanner and make basic scans.
EPSON Scan Server & EPSON TWAIN Pro Network User's Guide
Provides detailed instructions for installing and using EPSON Scan
Server and EPSON TWAIN Pro Network software.
Online Reference Guide
Included on the EPSON Scanner Software CD-ROM, this guide
provides basic information about scanning and details on EPSON
TWAIN Pro and other EPSON scanner software. Descriptions of
EPSON TWAIN Pro also apply to EPSON TWAIN Pro Network.
Finally, it offers troubleshooting tips and customer support
information.
Online Color Guide (may not be available in some countries)
Included on the EPSON Scanner Software CD-ROM, this guide
explains color imaging basics and how to get impressive results from
your scanner and other EPSON products.
Online Help for EPSON TWAIN Pro and EPSON TWAIN Pro
Network
Online help provides you with detailed information on EPSON
TWAIN Pro and EPSON TWAIN Pro Network; click the ? button in
the EPSON TWAIN Pro or EPSON TWAIN Pro Network dialog box.
Information on PageManager and other software
Online documentation for PageManager for EPSON and other
software is available on the EPSON Scanner Software CD-ROM and
the CD-ROM for each additional software.
Color Image Scanner
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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 type of power source indicated on the scanner's
label.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded power 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 become damaged or frayed.
❏If you use an extension cord with the scanner, make sure the
total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension
cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Also, make
sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the
wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating.
❏Except as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not
attempt to service the scanner yourself.
Safety Instructions
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❏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 overcurrent 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.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
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Cautions
must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
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Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation
of your scanner.
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Safety Instructions
ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON
has determined that this product meets
the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is
a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment
industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal
computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers, and
scanners, in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power
generation.
For United Kingdom Users
Safety information
Warning:
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This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for
voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the
supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow — Earth
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
Safety Instructions
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As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the earth
).
symbol (
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
The EPSON EXPRESSION 1640XL scanner offers the following
features:
❏Optical resolution of 1600 dots per inch (dpi) for main
scanning, and 3200 dpi with micro step for sub scanning
(42-bit input, 42-bit output).
❏A3/USB (Ledger) size scanning area.
❏Start Button control for shortcut local and scanning operation
over a network.
Start button can
In a stand-alone configuration, the
automatically start a scanning sequence by invoking Page
Manager and EPSON TWAIN Pro, scanning documents,
launching a graphical application and importing the scanned
image to the application.
In a network configuration, pressing the
the scanner starts the same operation as clicking the Scan
button in the EPSON TWAIN Pro Network dialog box.
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Start button on
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❏Full color or grayscale scanning. Capture your images with
up to 440 billion colors, or up to 16,384 shades of gray.
❏EPSON TWAIN Pro lets you take full advantage of your
scanner's advanced features.
❏EPSON TWAIN Pro Network and EPSON Scan Server
software work together to directly control all of the features
of your EPSON scanner on a network.
❏EPSON TWAIN Pro and TWAIN Pro Network’s Unsharp
Mask option automatically sharpens the image to provide
crisp detail.
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❏EPSON TWAIN Pro and TWAIN Pro Network’s De-
screening option automatically removes unwanted moiré
patterns from scanned images for higher quality output.
❏Auto Area Segmentation (AAS) allows you to separate text
from photographs on a page so that grayscale images are
clearer and text recognition is more accurate.
❏Text Enhancement Technology (TET) enhances text
recognition accuracy for optical character recognition (OCR)
scanning.
❏The Automatic Document Feeder, which enables continuous
sheet scanning, is available as an option.
❏The Transparency Unit, which allows you to scan negatives
and slide film, is available as an option.
❏The IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card, which enables high-speed
data transfer and vastly enhances your scanner’s
connectivity, is available as an option.
❏The EPSON Network Image Express scan server, which
allows you to share your scanner on a network without the
need for a scanner server PC, is available as an option.
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Unpacking the Scanner
Your EPSON EXPRESSION 1640XL comes shipped with CDROMs which include the driver software that runs your scanner,
and some additional items, depending on the place of purchase.
USB interface cable
Document Guide and adjust pins
scanner
power cord
Document Guide Strip
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Attaching the Document Guide Strip
The document guide strip is designed to help you properly align
your documents when placing them on the document table.
Peel off the backing from the document guide strip, then place the
strip directly on the horizontal ruler of the document table as
shown in the illustration.
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Note:
Be sure to remove the document guide strip from the document table
before using the optional Automatic Document Feeder.
Getting to Know Your Scanner
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Scanner Parts
document cover
carriage
(at the home position)
document table
operate button
USB interface
connector
SCSI ID
rotary switch
SCSI terminator
switch
optional interface slot
SCSI interface
connectors
ERROR light
READY lightstart button
option interface
connector
RESET button
operate light
transportation
lock lever
AC socket
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Lights and Buttons
The scanner has three indicator lights and three buttons.
Lights
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LightsColorIndicato
OPERATE
READY
ERROR
GreenLitScanner is turned on.
Green
Red
r Status
FlashingScanning operation is in progress.
Flashing
Meaning
LitScanner is ready to scan.
Error. See your
Guide
.
LitThis indicator also lights when an
error occurs.
Error. See your
Guide
.
Online Reference
Online Reference
Getting to Know Your Scanner
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Buttons
ButtonFunction
OPERATE
RESET
=
start
Turns the scanner on and off.
Resets the scanner to its default settings after an error.
Pressing this button while scanning is in progress stops
the scanner and may cause an error in the scanning
software.
When the scanner is connected directly to your
computer, this button starts scanning and transfers the
scanned image to a pre-assigned application. When
using the scanner in a network environment, this button
has the same function as the Scan button in EPSON
TWAIN Pro Network.
To use this button, you need to set up your scanning
software as explained in Chapter 5.
Options
The following optional items are available to expand the
versatility of your scanner. For detailed information on the use of
these options, see Chapter 6, “Options.”
Automatic Document Feeder (B81321✽✽✽✽)
Designed primarily for optical character recognition (OCR)
scanning, the Automatic Document Feeder allows you to scan up
to 100 single- or double-sided pages automatically, then use the
scanned text in word processing programs as if you had typed it
yourself. This option feeds the document from the top page down,
which preserves the original page order.
Transparency Unit (B81320✽✽✽✽)
Allows you to scan transparent materials; primarily 35 mm slides
and filmstrips. The Transparency Unit’s reading area allows you
to scan film up to 290 × 420 mm in size.
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IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card (B80834✽✽✽✽)
Allows you to connect your computer or scanner to other devices
which support the IEEE 1394 standard.
EPSON Network Image Express (B80836✽✽✽✽)
Enables an EPSON scanner supporting EPSON TWAIN Pro
Network to become shareable on a network without the need for
a scanner server PC. This allows you to perform various scanning
operations in a network environment using less power and space.
See the manual that comes with this product for more
information.
Note:
The asterisk is a substitute for the last digit of the product number, which
varies by country.
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Chapter 2
Setting Up the Scanner
Choosing a Place for the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Follow the guidelines below when selecting a location for your
scanner:
❏Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. The scanner will 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 a wall outlet where the power cord can
be easily unplugged.
Note for French-speaking users:
Placez le scanner près d’une prise de courant où la fiche peut-être
débranchée facilement.
❏Allow space behind the scanner for the cables, and space
above the scanner so that you can fully raise the document
cover.
150 mm or more
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596 mm
458 mm
Setting Up the Scanner
176 mm
656 mm
❏Keep the scanner away from high temperatures, 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.
Releasing the Transportation Lock
When the scanner is unpacked, the carriage is locked in the home
position to prevent damage from shaking or vibration during
transportation. You must release the transportation lock before
you can use the scanner.
1.Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface with its left side
facing you.
2.Turn the transportation lock to the unlocked position using a
coin or a similar object, as shown below.
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Note:
Before you transport the scanner or store it for an extended period of
time, secure the carriage by turning the transportation lock back to the
locked position. For more information, see “Maintenance and
Troubleshooting” in your Online Reference Guide.
Setting Up the Scanner
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Plugging in the Scanner
1.Make sure that the scanner is turned off. The scanner is off
when the
2.If the power cord is not attached to the scanner, connect it to
the AC inlet on the back of the scanner, and plug the other
end into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
2 OPERATE
button is raised.
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Caution:
It is not possible to change the scanner's voltage. If the label on
the back of the scanner does not show the correct voltage for your
location, contact your dealer. Do not plug in the power cord.
Setting Up the Scanner
Initialization
By observing the scanner's initialization, you can make sure that
the scanner is operating properly before you connect it to your
computer.
1.Open the document cover so you can see the operation of the
scanner during initialization.
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2.Turn on the scanner by pressing the
While the scanner initializes, the fluorescent lamps on the carriage
flash. If the carriage is not at the home position (the left of the
scanner), it moves to the home position.
When the scanner has completed its initialization, the READY
light comes on. If the scanner does not work as described, turn it
off. Make sure that the power cord is firmly plugged in and that
you have released the transportation lock screw, then turn it on
again.
2 OPERATE button.
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Caution:
Whenever you turn off the scanner, wait at least 10 seconds before
turning it back on. Rapidly turning the scanner on and off can
damage the scanner.
Setting Up the Scanner
2-5
Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer
using the SCSI Interface
For instructions on connecting the scanner to your computer
using the SCSI interface, read this section.
Note for Macintosh Users:
Be sure to install the scanner software before connecting the scanner to
your computer. See “Installing the Scanner Software for Macintosh” on
page 3-22 for details.
For PC users:
Unless your PC already has a SCSI board installed, you need to
install one, along with SCSI driver software. Install the SCSI board
according to the directions included with it.
If your PC has a SCSI board up and running, connect the scanner
as described in the next section.
Note:
You will need to install the SCSI driver that is normally included with
Windows 2000, 98, 95, or NT (see your system documentation for
instructions), or the driver described in the SCSI board installation
documentation.
For Macintosh users:
Your Macintosh may or may not have SCSI ports, depending on
which model you own. If you have a Macintosh that does not have
a SCSI port, you need to install a SCSI board and driver. Follow
the directions below to connect your scanner and computer.
Note:
The latest driver may be available for download from the Web site of the
SCSI board manufacturer.
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Setting Up the Scanner
Understanding SCSI connections
Read the following sections to determine how to set up your SCSI
devices and whether you need any optional SCSI cables.
Daisy Chain
The SCSI interface allows you to connect up to seven devices (such
as a scanner, hard disk, CD-ROM, and so on) to the computer, in what
is called a “daisy chain” arrangement. Only the first SCSI device in
a daisy chain is connected to the computer; each of the other devices
is connected to another SCSI device.
SCSI Cables
You may need to purchase SCSI cables before setting up your SCSI
daisy chain. Be sure the SCSI cable connectors are suitable for your
hardware, depending on the maker of your SCSI device and SCSI
interface board.
SCSI ID and terminator
Each device has a SCSI ID number: the computer is usually
number 7, and each of the other devices must have a different
number between 0 and 6. Also, the first device and the last device
in the chain (not including the computer) must have a terminator.
No other device can have a terminator, or if a terminator does
exist, it must be turned off or removed.
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Setting the SCSI ID number
The scanner's default SCSI ID number is 2.
The SCSI ID rotary switch
is located at the back of
the scanner.
If you add the scanner to a system in which one of your SCSI
devices already has a SCSI ID of 2, change the ID number to an
unused number using the rotary switch. See the table below as a
guide.
IDAvailabilityDescription
Not available for MacintoshUsed for hard disk
0
Not recommended for
Windows
Usually used for hard disk
2-8
1Not recommendedUsually used for hard disk
2Factory setting of the scanner
3
4
5
6
Not available for MacintoshAlways used for the Macintosh
7
May not be available for
Windows
Not available if your Macintosh
has a built-in CD-ROM
itself
Usually used for the SCSI board
Setting Up the Scanner
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