Epson EXPRESSION 1680, EXPRESSION 1680 Pro Setup Guide

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Epson EXPRESSION 1680, EXPRESSION 1680 Pro Setup Guide

Color Image Scanner

Setup Guide

4013550-00 XXX

Where to Find Information

This Setup Guide

Explains how to set up the scanner and install the scanner software and options. Also gives basic scanning instructions, including how to make scanner software settings and how to use the Start Button feature.

Online Reference Guide

Provides tips for optimizing scanning and detailed information on the settings and functions of EPSON TWAIN Pro and EPSON TWAIN Pro Network. Also explains how to modify the operation of the scanner’s a Start button.

In addition, this guide explains how to install the scanner options, and provides maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer support information.

Online Color Guide (may not be available in some countries)

Explains the basics of color imaging 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. To access online help, click the Help button in EPSON TWAIN Pro or EPSON TWAIN Pro Network.

Information on PageManager and other software

For more information on Presto! PageManager for EPSON and the other applications provided on the scanner software CD-ROM, see the documentation provided for that application on the CD-ROM.

Color Image Scanner

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION and its affiliates shall not be liable against any damages 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 is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

IBM and PS/2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries.

Presto! is a trademark of NewSoft Technology Corporation.

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

Copyright © 2000 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

Setup Guide

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Contents

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

ENERGY STAR® Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Scanner

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Unpacking the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Scanner Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Lights and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Chapter 2 Setting Up the Scanner

Choosing a Place for the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Releasing the Transportation Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Plugging in the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Checking Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Connecting the Scanner Using the SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Installing a SCSI interface board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Understanding SCSI connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Setting the SCSI ID number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Setting the terminator switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Connecting the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Power-on sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Power-off sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 When changing the ID number or replacing the

SCSI board in Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

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Connecting the Scanner Using the USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Understanding USB connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Connecting the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 When changing the USB port in Windows 98. . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Chapter 3 Installing the Software

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 When connecting the scanner directly to

your computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 When scanning over a network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 For Windows Millennium Edition users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 For Windows 2000 users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 For Windows 98 users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Installing other scanner software for

Windows Millennium Edition, 98, and 2000 . . . . . . . . . 3-17 For Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 users . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 Installing Software for Scanning Over a Network . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27 Installing EPSON Scan Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27 Setting the Scanner Server PC's IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36 Installing EPSON TWAIN Pro Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37 Selecting Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44 For Windows Millennium Edition, 98, and 2000 users . . . 3-44 For Macintosh users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47

When Updating Your Windows Operating System . . . . . . . . . . 3-48 Uninstalling the Scanner Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-49

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Chapter 4 Using Your Scanner

Scanning Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Placing a Document on the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Starting EPSON TWAIN Pro or EPSON TWAIN

Pro Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Using a TWAIN-compliant application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Using the scanner’s Start button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Scanning Your Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Making settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Scanning and saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

Glossary

Index

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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 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 let 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 Setup 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 over-current protection for this scanner, the building installation must be protected by a 16 Amp circuit breaker.

Note for German-speaking users:

Bei Anschluß des Scanners an die Stromversorgung muß sichergestellt werden, daß die Gebäudeinstallation mit einem 16 A-Überstromschalter abgesichert ist.

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Safety Instructions

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

cCautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

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

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.

Safety Instructions

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For United Kingdom Users

Safety information

wWarning:

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

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 (G).

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.

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Safety Instructions

Chapter 1

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Getting to Know Your Scanner

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Unpacking the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Scanner Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Lights and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Getting to Know Your Scanner

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Features

The EPSON Expression 1680/Expression 1680 Pro 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 (48-bit input, 48-bit output).

A4/Letter size scanning area.

Start Button control for one-step local and network scanning. When the scanner is connected directly to your computer, the

a Start button can automatically start a scanning sequence by invoking Presto! PageManager for EPSON and EPSON TWAIN Pro, scanning the document, launching an application, and importing the scanned image to the application.

In a network configuration, pressing the a Start button on the scanner starts the same operation as clicking the Scan button in the EPSON TWAIN Pro Network dialog box.

Full color or grayscale scanning. Capture your images with up to 281,500 billion colors, or up to 65,536 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 in a network environment.

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

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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 Expression 1680 Pro includes the Transparency Unit, which enables negative film and slide film to be scanned. The Transparency Unit is available as an option for the Expression 1680.

The Automatic Document Feeder, which enables continuous sheet scanning, is available as an option.

Getting to Know Your Scanner

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Unpacking the Scanner

Your Expression 1680/Expression 1680 Pro comes shipped with CD-ROMs which include the driver software that runs your scanner, and some additional items, depending on your scanner model.

scanner

power cord

USB interface cable

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For the Expression 1680 Pro

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Transparency Unit

installation screws (2)

reflective

 

 

document mat

film holders

Note:

The Transparency Unit that comes standard with the Expression 1680 Pro is also available as an option for the Expression 1680.

Depending on the country of purchase, the power cord may come attached to the scanner. The shape of the AC plug also varies, so make sure the plug included is the correct shape for the electrical outlet in your country.

Getting to Know Your Scanner

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Scanner Parts

document cover

carriage

(in the home position)

document table

ERROR light

start button

READY light

 

 

 

operate button

 

option interface connector

transportation lock lever

SCSI ID rotary switch

 

 

SCSI terminator switch

USB interface connector

SCSI interface connectors

AC inlet

optional interface slot

1-6 Getting to Know Your Scanner

Lights and Buttons

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The scanner has two indicator lights and two buttons.

Lights

Light

Functions

 

 

READY

Turns on when the scanner is ready for scanning, and

 

flashes when the scanner is warming up and during

 

scanning.

 

In combination with the ERROR light, turns on, flashes,

 

or turns off to indicate a variety of error conditions.

 

 

ERROR

In combination with the READY light, turns on, flashes,

 

or turns off to indicate a variety of error conditions.

 

 

Note:

For details on the types of errors indicated by these lights, see “Error Indicators” in the online Reference Guide.

Buttons

Button

Function

 

 

POperate

Turns the scanner on and off.

 

 

 

aStart

When the scanner is connected directly to your

computer, can open an application of your choice, or

 

can scan and send the scanned image to a specified

 

application, depending on your operating system and

 

installed software. In a network environment, this

 

button starts the same operation as the Scan button in

 

EPSON TWAIN Pro Network.

 

 

Getting to Know Your Scanner

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Options

The following optional items are available to expand the versatility of your scanner. For detailed information on the use of these options, see “Options” in the online Reference Guide.

Automatic Document Feeder (B81316 )

Designed primarily for optical character recognition (OCR) scanning, the Automatic Document Feeder allows you to scan up to 30 pages automatically, then use them in word processing programs, as if you had typed the text yourself.

Transparency Unit (B81318 )

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 8.5 × 11.7 inches (216 × 297 mm) in size.

IEEE 1394 Scanner I/F Card (B80834 )

Allows you to connect your computer or scanner to other devices which support the IEEE 1394 standard.

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

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Releasing the Transportation Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Plugging in the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Checking Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Connecting the Scanner Using the SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Installing a SCSI interface board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Understanding SCSI connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Setting the SCSI ID number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Setting the terminator switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Connecting the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Power-on sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Power-off sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 When changing the ID number or replacing the

SCSI board in Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Connecting the Scanner Using the USB Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Understanding USB connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Connecting the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 When changing the USB port in Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Setting Up the Scanner

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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 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.

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Allow space behind the scanner for the cables, and space above the scanner so that you can fully raise the document cover.

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550 mm

133 mm*

150 mm or more

 

562 mm

332mm

*When document cover is closed.

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.

Setting Up the Scanner

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Releasing the Transportation Lock

Before connecting the scanner to a power source, you must release the transportation lock.

1.Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface with the back facing you.

2.Slide the transportation lock lever on the back of the scanner to the UNLOCK position, as shown below.

Note:

Simply sliding the transportation lock to the LOCK position does not fully lock the carriage. Before moving or transporting the scanner, be sure to perform the procedure under “Transporting the Scanner and the Transparency Unit” in the online Reference Guide.

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Plugging in the Scanner

1. Make sure that the scanner is turned off. The scanner is off

when the P operate button is raised (not depressed).

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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.

cCaution:

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 country, contact your dealer. Do not plug in the power cord.

Setting Up the Scanner

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Checking Initialization

Before connecting the scanner to your computer, follow the steps below to make sure that the scanner initializes, or starts up, properly.

1.Open the document cover so you can see the operation of the scanner during initialization.

2.Turn on the scanner by pressing the P operate button.

3.Make sure the fluorescent lamp on the carriage and the READY light flash, and the carriage moves slightly.

4.When READY light stops flashing and stays on, it means the scanner has completed initialization.

5.Turn off the scanner.

If the scanner does not work as described, make sure the power cord is firmly plugged in and that you have released the transportation lock, then try again.

cCaution:

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 it.

2-6 Setting Up the Scanner

Connecting the Scanner Using the SCSI

Interface

For instructions on connecting the scanner to your computer

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using the SCSI interface, read this section.

Note for Macintosh® users:

You need to install the scanner software before connecting the scanner to your computer. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 to install your software, then connect your scanner as described in this chapter.

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. Also see “Installing a SCSI interface board” on page 2-8.

Note:

You will also need to install the SCSI driver that is normally included with Windows (see your Windows documentation for instructions), or the driver described in your SCSI board installation documentation.

If your PC has a SCSI board up and running, connect the scanner as described in “Connecting the scanner” on page 2-13.

For Macintosh users:

Your Macintosh may or may not have SCSI ports, depending on which model you own. See the next section if you need to install a SCSI board in your Macintosh. If your Macintosh already has a SCSI port, install the scanner software as described in Chapter 3, then connect the scanner to your Macintosh as described in “Connecting the scanner” on page 2-13.

Note:

The latest driver may be available for download from the Web site of the SCSI board manufacturer.

Setting Up the Scanner

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Installing a SCSI interface board

Follow the instructions in this section to install a SCSI board and SCSI software in your computer. You should do this before installing the scanner driver and software applications.

If you already have a SCSI board installed in your PC or Macintosh, go to the next section.

Note:

For additional information, see the installation guide that comes with your SCSI board.

1.Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices. Unplug any power cords, then disconnect all cables from your computer.

2.Remove the cover from your computer.

cCaution:

Static electricity can damage electronic components. Discharge static electricity by touching the metal frame of your computer before handling the interface board or any of the computer’s circuit boards.

3.Insert the interface board into an appropriate expansion slot, then secure it with the retaining screw.

4.Replace the computer cover and reconnect all cables.

2-8 Setting Up the Scanner

Understanding SCSI connections

Read this section to determine how to set up your SCSI devices

 

and whether you need any optional SCSI cables.

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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.

Setting Up the Scanner

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Setting the SCSI ID number

The scanner's SCSI ID switch is set to number 2 at the factory.

SCSI ID rotary switch

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.

ID

Availability

Description

 

 

 

0

Not available for Macintosh

Used for hard disks

 

 

 

 

Not recommended for PCs

Usually used for hard disks

 

 

 

1

Not recommended

Usually used for hard disks

 

 

 

2

Available

Factory setting of the

 

 

scanner

 

 

 

3

Available

Not available if your

 

 

Macintosh has a built-in

 

 

CD-ROM

 

 

 

4

Available

 

 

 

 

5

Available

 

 

 

 

6

Available

 

 

 

 

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