Epson FF-680W User Manual
User's Guide
NPD5996-01 EN
User's Guide
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specications
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Trademarks
Trademarks
❏ EPSON® is a registered trademark, and EPSON EXCEED YOUR VISION or EXCEED YOUR VISION is a
trademark of the Seiko Epson Corporation.
❏
Microso
States and/or other countries.
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❏ Adobe, Adobe Reader, and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
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❏ Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Alliance, and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi
Protected Setup, and WPA2 are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
❏ e SuperSpeed USB Trident Logo is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.
❏ General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identication purposes only and may be trademarks
of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
®
Microso
Corporation in the United
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Contents
Contents
Copyright
Trademarks
About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals...................6
Marks and Symbols.........................6
Descriptions Used in this Manual...............6
Operating System References..................7
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions..........................8
Restrictions on Copying......................9
Scanner Basics
Part Names and Functions...................10
Buttons and Lights on the Control Panel.........12
Buttons...............................12
Lights................................13
Error Indicators.........................14
Information on Applications..................15
Epson FastFoto......................... 15
Epson ScanSmart........................15
EPSON Soware Updater..................15
Epson DocumentScan....................16
EpsonNet
Option Items and Consumables Information. . . . . . 16
Carrier Sheet Codes......................16
Roller Assembly Kit Codes.................16
Cleaning Kit Codes...................... 17
........................16
Cong
Loading Photos Using a Carrier Sheet.........42
Enabling or Disabling Glass Surface Dirt Alert. . .44
Changing the Application to Scan from the
Scan Button............................47
Epson FastFoto Settings.....................49
Organization Tab........................51
Enhancements Tab.......................52
Scan Settings Tab........................53
Advanced Settings Tab....................54
Upload Tab............................54
Scanner Settings Tab..................... 55
Scanning Documents or Other
Originals
Placing Documents or Other Originals..........57
General Specications for Originals being
Scanned.............................. 57
Standard Size Originals................... 59
Long Paper............................ 64
Plastic Cards...........................66
Laminated Cards........................70
Large Size Originals......................72
Irregular Shaped Originals.................75
Envelopes.............................78
Mixture of Originals......................81
Scanning Documents from Computer (Epson
ScanSmart)..............................83
Scanning Dierent Sizes or Types of
Originals One by One Continuously
(Automatic Feeding Mode).................87
Scanning Documents from Smart Device
(Epson DocumentScan).....................90
Scanning Photos
Photo Specications........................18
Types of Photos that Require Attention........19
Types of Photos that must not be Scanned. . . . . .19
How to Scan Photos........................20
Step 1: Organizing Photos..................20
Step 2: Placing Photos into the Scanner........20
Step 3: Scanning and Saving Photos.......... 24
Tips for Using Epson FastFoto.................33
Scanning Instant Photos...................33
Scanning Panoramic Photos................36
Scanning Back Side Notes on Photos..........39
Network Settings
Network Connection Types.................. 95
Wi-Fi Connection....................... 95
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection.........95
Connecting to a Computer...................96
Connecting to a Smart Device................ 97
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Control Panel. . . . . 97
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup
(WPS)................................97
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup
(WPS)................................98
Making AP Mode Settings.................98
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Checking the Network Status Using Network
Light...................................99
Replacing or Adding New Wireless Routers.......99
Changing the Connection Method to a Computer. . 99
Disabling the Network Setting from the Control
Panel..................................100
Restoring the Network Settings from the
Control Panel............................100
Maintenance
Cleaning Outside the Scanner................102
Cleaning Inside the Scanner.................102
Replacing the Roller Assembly Kit.............107
Resetting the Number of Scans.............111
Energy Saving........................... 113
Transporting the Scanner...................114
Updating Applications and Firmware.......... 115
Solving Problems
Scanner Problems........................ 117
Scanner Lights Indicate an Error............117
e Scanner Does Not Turn On............117
Paper Feeding Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Photos Are Not Fed Correctly..............117
Multiple Originals Are Fed................118
Removing Jammed Originals from the Scanner. 118
e Original Jams in the Scanner Frequently. . . 119
e Originals Get Dirty..................120
Scanning Speed Slows Down when Scanning
Continuously..........................120
Scanning Takes a Long Time...............120
Scanning Problems when Using Epson FastFoto. . .121
Straight Lines Appear....................121
e Image Quality Is Poor................ 121
Pressing the Scanner Button Does Not Start
Epson FastFoto........................ 122
Cannot Share or Upload the Photos to a Web
Service...............................122
Glass Dirt Alert Does Not Disappear.........123
Scanning Problems when Using Epson ScanSmart 123
Cannot Start Epson ScanSmart.............123
Straight Lines Appear when Scanning from
ADF................................ 124
Appears in the Background of Images. . . 124
Oset
Scanned Image or Text is Blurred........... 124
Moiré Patterns (Web-Like Shadows) Appear. . . 125
e Edge of the Original is Not Scanned
when Automatically Detecting the Size of the
Original..............................126
Character is not Recognized Correctly........126
Expanding or Contracting the Scanned Image. . 127
Cannot Solve Problems in the Scanned Image. . 127
Network Problems........................128
When You Cannot Make Network Settings. . . . 128
e Scanner Suddenly Cannot Scan over a
Network Connection......................131
Scanner Suddenly Cannot Scan Using a
e
USB Connection.........................131
Uninstalling and Installing Applications. . . . . . . . 132
Uninstalling Your Applications.............132
Installing Your Applications...............133
Technical Specications
General Scanner Specications...............134
Wi-Fi Specications.......................135
Security Protocol.........................135
Dimensional Specications..................136
Electrical Specications....................136
Scanner Electrical Specications............136
AC Adapter Electrical Specications.........136
Environmental Specications................137
System Requirements......................137
Standards and Approvals
Standards and Approvals for European Models. . . 138
Standards and Approvals for Australian Models. . . 138
Where to Get Help
Technical Support Web Site..................139
Contacting Epson Support..................139
Before Contacting Epson................. 139
Help for Users in Europe..................139
Help for Users in Australia................140
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About This Manual
About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals
e latest versions of the following manuals are available from the Epson support website.
http://www.epson.eu/Support (Europe)
http://support.epson.net/ (outside Europe)
❏ Setup Guide (paper manual)
Provides you with information on setting up the product and installing the application.
❏ User's Guide (digital manual)
Provides instructions on using the product, maintenance, and solving problems.
As well as the manuals above, see the help included in the various Epson applications.
Marks and Symbols
Caution:
!
Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Important:
c
Instructions that must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Provides complementary and reference information.
Related Information
& Links to related sections.
Descriptions Used in this Manual
❏ Screenshots for the applications are from Windows 10 or macOS High Sierra. e content displayed on the
screens varies depending on the model and situation.
❏ Illustrations used in this manual are for reference only. Although they may
product, the operating methods are the same.
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About This Manual
Operating System References
Windows
In this manual, terms such as "Windows 10", "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", and "Windows 7" refer to the following
operating systems. Additionally, "Windows" is used to refer to all versions.
❏ Microso
❏
Microso
❏ Microso
❏ Microso
Mac OS
In this manual, "Mac OS" is used to refer to macOS High Sierra, macOS Sierra, and OS X El Capitan.
Wi n d o w s® 10 operating system
®
Wi n d o w s® 8.1 operating system
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Wi n d o w s® 8 operating system
®
Wi n d o w s® 7 operating system
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Important Instructions
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions
Read and follow these instructions to ensure safe use of this product and options. Make sure you keep this manual
for future reference. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and options.
❏ Some of the symbols used on your product and options are to ensure safety and proper use of the product. Visit
the following Web site to learn the meaning of the symbols.
http://support.epson.net/symbols
❏ Place the product and options on a at, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the product and options
in all directions. If you place the product and options by the wall, leave more than 10 cm between the back of
the product and options and the wall.
❏ Place the product and options close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it easily. Do not
place or store the product and options or the AC adapter outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat
sources, or in locations subject to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity, direct sunlight, strong light
sources, or rapid changes in temperature or humidity.
❏ Do not use with wet hands.
❏ Place the product and options near an electrical outlet where the adapter can be easily unplugged.
❏
AC adapter cord should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place
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objects on top of the cord and do not allow the AC adapter or the cord to be stepped on or run over. Be
particularly careful to keep the cord straight at the end.
❏ Use only the power cord supplied with the product and do not use the cord with any other equipment. Use of
other cords with this product or the use of the supplied power cord with other equipment may result in re or
electric shock.
❏ Use only the AC adapter that comes with your product. Using any other adapter could cause
shock, or injury.
❏ e AC adapter is designed for use with the product with which it was included. Do not attempt to use it with
other electronic devices unless
❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter’s label, and always supply power directly from a
standard domestic electrical outlet with the AC adapter that meets the relevant local safety standards.
❏ When connecting this product and options to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct
orientation of the connectors. Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector in the
wrong orientation may damage both devices connected by the cable.
❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and o.
❏ If you use an extension cord with the product, 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.
specied.
re,
electrical
❏ Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the AC adapter, product, or product options by yourself except
as specically explained in the product’s guides.
❏ Do not insert objects into any opening as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts. Beware of
electrical shock hazards.
❏ If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualied electrician. If there are fuses in the plug,
make sure you replace them with fuses of the correct size and rating.
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Important Instructions
❏ Unplug the product, options, and the AC adapter, and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under the
following conditions: e AC adapter or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the product, options, or the AC
adapter; the product or the AC adapter has been dropped or the case has been damaged; the product, options,
or the AC adapter does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust
controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.)
❏ Unplug the product and the AC adapter before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners except as specically explained in the product’s guides.
❏ If you are not going to use the product for a long period, be sure to unplug the AC adapter from the electrical
outlet.
❏ Aer replacing consumable parts, dispose of them correctly following the rules of your local authority. Do not
disassemble them.
❏ Keep this product at least 22 cm away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this product may adversely
aect the operation of cardiac pacemakers.
❏ Do not use this product inside medical facilities or near medical equipment. Radio waves from this product
may adversely aect the operation of electrical medical equipment.
❏ Do not use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors or
waves from this product may adversely
these devices, and could lead to accidents due to malfunction.
aect
alarms. Radio
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Restrictions on Copying
Observe the following restrictions to ensure the responsible and legal use of your product.
Copying of the following items is prohibited by law:
❏ Bank bills, coins, government-issued marketable securities, government bond securities, and municipal
securities
❏ Unused postage stamps, pre-stamped postcards, and other ocial postal items bearing valid postage
❏ Government-issued revenue stamps, and securities issued according to legal procedure
Exercise caution when copying the following items:
❏ Private marketable securities (stock certicates, negotiable notes, checks, etc.), monthly passes, concession
tickets, etc.
❏ Passports, driver’s licenses, warrants of tness, road passes, food stamps, tickets, etc.
Note:
Copying these items may also be prohibited by law.
Responsible use of copyrighted materials:
Products can be misused by improperly copying copyrighted materials. Unless acting on the advice of a
knowledgeable attorney, be responsible and respectful by obtaining the permission of the copyright holder before
copying published material.
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Scanner Basics
Scanner Basics
Part Names and Functions
Front
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) Feeds loaded originals automatically.
Edge guides Feeds originals straight into the scanner. Slide to the edges of the
originals.
Input tray Loads originals. Pull out the tray extension if originals are too big
for the input tray. This prevents paper from curling and causing
Input tray extension
Output tray Holds originals ejected from the scanner. Pull out the extension
Output tray extension
Stopper Prevents ejected originals from falling o the extension tray. Adjust
paper jams.
tray to the length of the originals.
it to the length of the originals.
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Back
Scanner Basics
Inside
A
B
C
Security slot Inserts a security lock for theft prevention.
USB port Connects a USB cable.
DC inlet Connects the AC adapter.
A
B
C
D
Cover open lever Pull the cover open lever and open the scanner cover.
Scanner cover Pull the cover open lever and open the scanner cover when
Pickup roller Feeds originals. This needs to be replaced when the number of
Separation roller Feeds originals separately one by one. This needs to be replaced
Related Information
&
“Cleaning Inside the Scanner” on page 102
&
“Replacing the Roller Assembly Kit” on page 107
cleaning inside of the scanner and removing jammed paper.
scans exceeds the service number of papers.
when the number of scans exceeds the service number of papers.
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Scanner Basics
Buttons and Lights on the Control Panel
Buttons
A
B
C
D
E
Power button Turns the scanner on or o.
Wi-Fi connect button Press the WPS button on the access point, and then press
button for more than three seconds to connect to a
the
Wi-Fi network. See the chapter “Network Settings” for more
details. Press the
Wi-Fi on/o button Press this button for more than three seconds to turn o the
wireless signal. Press again to turn on the signal.
Double feed detection skip button Normally, an error occurs when detecting double feeds
when loading envelopes, plastic cards, originals with labels
or stickers, and so on. Press the
to skip this error once (one sheet). The light is on when this
is enabled. Follow the steps below to restart scanning when
a double feed error has occurred (the error light
1. Open the scanner cover, and then remove the originals.
2. Close the scanner cover, and then press the
3. Load the originals.
4. Restart scanning by pressing the start button or the
application button.
Slow mode button Slow down the feeding speed when scanning. The light is on
when this is enabled.
Press this button in the following situations:
❏ when originals jam frequently
❏ when loading thin originals
button to cancel the settings.
button before scanning
ashes).
button.
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Scanner Basics
F
G
Stop button ❏ Cancels scanning.
❏ Finishes Automatic Feeding Mode.
❏ Cancels Wi-Fi settings by push button setup (WPS).
❏ Press this to release the error when a network connection
error occurs.
❏ Cancels a rmware update over a network connection.
Start button ❏ Starts scanning. Epson FastFoto is installed as the default
scanning application.
❏ Press this when cleaning the inside of the scanner.
Additional functions are available with dierent combinations of buttons.
+ Hold down the and buttons for more than three seconds to start PIN Code Setup
(WPS). See the chapter “Network Settings” for more details.
+ Turn on the scanner while holding down the button to restore the default network
settings.
Related Information
“Network Settings” on page 95
&
“Placing Plastic Cards” on page 67
&
“Placing Laminated Cards” on page 70
&
& “Placing Envelopes” on page 79
& “Cleaning Inside the Scanner” on page 102
Lights
A
B
C
AP mode light Indicates that the scanner is connected wirelessly in AP mode.
Wi-Fi light Blue indicates that the scanner is connected to a wireless (Wi-Fi)
network. White indicates it is searching for an access point.
Error light An error has occurred. See “Light Error Indicators” for more details.
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D
E
F
G
Automatic Feeding Mode
light
Ready light On: The scanner is ready to be used.
Skip double feed detection
light
Slow mode light This is on during slow mode.
Related Information
& “Error Indicators” on page 14
& “Placing a Mixture of Originals at
Error Indicators
Dierent
The scanner is in Automatic Feeding Mode. Scanning starts when
an original is placed in the input tray.
Flashing: The scanner is scanning, waiting to scan,
processing, or sleeping.
O: The scanner cannot be used because the power
is o or an error has occurred.
This is on when skipping double feed detection is enabled.
Sizes” on page 82
Scanner errors
Flashing slowly
Flashing fast
Indicators Situation Solutions
A paper jam or double feed occurred. Open the scanner cover, and then re-
move jammed originals. Close the cover to release the error. Load the originals again.
On
Flashing fast
Flashing fast
Flashing fast
On
On
On
On
O
The scanner cover is opened. Close the scanner cover.
A fatal error has occurred. Turn the power o and on again. If the
error continues to occur, contact your
local dealer.
The scanner has started in recovery
mode because the
failed.
rmware
update
Follow the steps below to try to update the
1. Connect the computer and the scanner with a USB cable. (During recovery
mode, you cannot update the rmware over a network connection.)
2. Visit your local Epson website for further instructions.
rmware
again.
On
On
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Network connection errors
Indicators Situation Solutions
Scanner Basics
Flashing slowly
On
Flashing slowly
Flashing slowly
Flashing slowly (white)
Flashing slowly
An access point settings error has occurred.
An access point settings error has occurred (a security error).
A network connection error has occurred (the Date and Time has not been
set correctly)
Press the
ror, and then restart the devices you
want to connect to the network. Reconnect to the network.
Re-set the Date and Time in Web Cong.
button to release the er-
Related Information
& “Removing Jammed Originals from the Scanner” on page 118
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Control Panel” on page 97
& “Network Problems” on page 128
Information on Applications
is section introduces the application products available for your scanner. e latest application can be installed
at the Epson Web site.
Epson FastFoto
Epson FastFoto is a high-speed photo scanning application. Using Epson FastFoto, you can easily scan your photos
as digital images, and then share or upload them via the internet. You can also restore and enhance faded photos.
Epson ScanSmart
Epson ScanSmart is a document scanning application that allows you to easily scan and save the data in simple
steps.
❏ You can scan and send information to a cloud service in three easy steps.
❏ You can automatically name the documents by using the scanned information.
ese features allow you to save time when organizing documents.
EPSON Software Updater
EPSON Soware Updater is an application that checks for new or updated applications on the internet and installs
them.
You can also update the scanner’s digital manual.
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Scanner Basics
Epson DocumentScan
Epson DocumentScan is an application that allows you to scan documents through smart devices such as
smartphones and tablet devices. You can save the scanned data in smart devices or cloud services, and send by email. You can download and install this app from the App Store or Google Play.
EpsonNet Cong
EpsonNet Cong is an application that allows you to set network interface addresses and protocols. See the
operations guide for EpsonNet Cong or the application’s help for more details.
Note:
You can run Web Cong from EpsonNet Cong.
Option Items and Consumables Information
Carrier Sheet Codes
Using a Carrier Sheet allows you to scan irregular shaped originals or photos that can be easily scratched. You can
scan originals larger than A4 size with a carrier sheet by folding it in half.
Part name
Carrier Sheet B12B819051
* You can only use the carrier sheet with the code.
Related Information
& “Loading Photos Using a Carrier Sheet” on page 42
You can scan damaged or valuable photos by using the Carrier Sheet.
& “Placing Large Size Originals” on page 73
& “Placing Irregular Shaped Originals” on page 76
Codes
*
Roller Assembly Kit Codes
Parts (the pickup roller and a separation roller) should be replaced when the number of scans exceeds the service
number. You can check the latest number of scans in Epson Scan 2 Utility.
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A: pickup roller, B: separation roller
Part name Codes Life cycle
Scanner Basics
Roller Assembly Kit B12B819031
* This number was reached by consecutively scanning using Epson test original papers, and is a guide to the replacement
cycle. The replacement cycle may vary depending on dierent paper types, such as paper that generates a lot of paper dust
or paper with a rough surface that may shorten the life cycle.
200,000
*
Related Information
& “Replacing the Roller Assembly Kit” on page 107
& “Resetting the Number of Scans” on page 111
Cleaning Kit Codes
Use this when cleaning inside the scanner.
Part name Codes
Cleaning Kit B12B819291
Related Information
kit is composed of cleaning liquid and a cleaning cloth.
is
& “Cleaning Inside the Scanner” on page 102
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Scanning Photos
Scanning Photos
Using the Epson FastFoto application, you can easily scan your photos as digital images, and then share or upload
them using the Internet. You can also restore and enhance faded photos.
Note:
❏ You can only scan photos using Epson FastFoto, you cannot scan documents or other originals. If you want to scan these
originals, use the computer application Epson ScanSmart or the smart device application Epson DocumentScan.
❏ Epson FastFoto is assigned to the scanner button as the default application.
Related Information
“Changing the Application to Scan from the Scan Button” on page 47
&
You can change the default application that starts when you press the scan button.
Photo
Specications
You can load the following type of photos into the scanner.
Size Measurements Paper Type Loading Capacity
3.5×5" 89×127 mm
(3.5×5.0 in.)
4×6" 102×152 mm
(4.0×6.0 in.)
5×7" 127×178 mm
(5.0×7.0 in.)
8×10" 203×254 mm
(8.0×10.0 in.)
Instant camera size 89×102 mm
(3.5×4.0 in.)
Panoramic size 89×254 mm
(3.5×10.0 in.)
Plain photographic paper 36 photos (thickness up to
0.23 mm (0.009 in.) without
curling)
30 photos (thickness more
than 0.24 to 0.30 mm (0.009
to 0.012 in.) without curling)
Plain photographic paper 10 sheets
Instant camera
photographic paper (sheet
lm type only)
Plain photographic paper 10 sheets
1 sheet
102×304.8 mm
(4.0×12.0 in.)
Other size: Length up to
304.8 mm(12.0 in.)
Other size: Length 304.8
mm (12.0 in.) to 914.4 mm
(36.0 in.)
(Max size: 215.9×914.4 mm
(8.5×36.0 in.) )
*
Plain photographic paper 1 sheet
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Scanning Photos
Size Measurements Paper Type Loading Capacity
Photo in the Carrier Sheet 0.3 mm (0.012 in.) or less
(excluding the thickness of
the Carrier Sheet)
Note:
❏ Flatten any curled photos to a thickness of less than 2 mm (0.07 in.). It is best to scan curled photos in an environment
between 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) with 40 to 60% humidity. Scanning photos at lower temperatures may cause photos to
curl.
❏ Photos may stick together depending on their paper types and thickness. It is best to scan photos in an environment
between 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) with 40 to 60% humidity to prevent photos from sticking together.
❏ Repeatedly scanning the same photos many times may cause them to stick together. If they stick together, feed them one by
one.
Photos that cannot be
loaded directly into the
scanner
1 sheet
Types of Photos that Require Attention
following types of photos may not be successfully scanned, or might be damaged when scanning.
e
❏ Photos in shapes other than square
❏ Uneven Photos
❏ Photos curled more than 2 mm (0.08 inches)
❏ Photos with crinkles or fold lines
❏ Photos with edges that are peeling
o
❏ Photos with the inside peeling o
❏ Photos with sticky surfaces
❏ Photos with labels or stickers (stuck
rmly)
❏ Photos with hardened paste such as glue
❏ Instant camera photographic paper other than sheet lm
Note:
❏ Try to atten curled photos before scanning.
❏ Labels or stickers must be rmly stuck to the photos with no glue protruding.
Types of Photos that must not be Scanned
e following types of photos must not be scanned.
❏ Torn Pho t o s
❏ Degraded and deformed photos
❏ Photos with staples or paper clips
❏ Photos with labels or stickers (not stuck rmly)
❏ Photos with glue, liquid, oil, or gel
❏ Photos that are not fully dried
❏ Perforated photos
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Scanning Photos
❏ Photos smaller than 25.4×25.4 mm (2×2 in).
How to Scan Photos
Follow the three steps below to scan your photos.
Related Information
& “Step 1: Organizing Photos” on page 20
Organize the photos before placing them into the scanner.
& “Step 2: Placing Photos into the Scanner” on page 20
Aer organizing your photos, place them into the scanner.
& “Step 3: Scanning and Saving Photos” on page 24
Epson FastFoto automatically saves your scanned images on your computer in the folder you specify.
Step 1: Organizing Photos
Organize the photos before placing them into the scanner.
1. Prepare the photos you want to scan.
2. Use a so, dry cloth (like the microber cloth that came with your scanner) to wipe the front and back of your
photos to remove dust, dirt, or other particles that could potentially scratch your photos.
Caution:
!
Because of the speed at which photos are scanned, dust particles on your photos can cause straight lines to
appear in scanned images, and in extreme cases can lightly scratch the protective nish on your photos. We
recommend to clean the scanner rollers
3. Organize your photos by date or subject.
When scanning, you can name the images using the year, month or season, and subject, such as
"1970_Summer_Vacation".
4. Check the following if you are scanning various sizes of photos:
❏ If you have both landscape and portrait photos of the same size, you can stack them together and scan them
in one batch. You can rotate the images as necessary
Right.
every 300 scans, or even before each scanning session.
aer
scanning by clicking Edit > Rotate
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or Rotate
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❏ You can scan 4×6" and 5×7" photos in the same batch when the photos are grouped by size, with the larger
photos at the back.
Next, place the organized photos into the scanner.
Step 2: Placing Photos into the Scanner
Aer organizing your photos, place them into the scanner.
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1. Open the input tray, slide out the output tray, and then raise the stopper.
Note:
❏ If you want to scan large size photos such as 5×7" or 8×10", extend the input and output tray extensions.
❏ Make sure you adjust the position of the stopper to correctly t the size of the ejected photos. If not, photos may
scatter.
2. Slide the edge guides on the input tray all the way out.
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3. Fan your stack of photos and make sure they are not stuck together.
Also,
!
Note:
It is best to scan photos in an environment between 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) with 40 to 60% humidity. In this condition,
curls of the photos are reduced, and photos are prevented from sticking together.
4. Load the photos into the input tray face up and top edge rst.
the curls on the edge of the photos if possible.
atten
Caution:
Stuck photos can feed through the scanner at the same time or jam in the scanner, potentially damaging your
photos or the scanner.
Slide the photos into the ADF until they meet resistance.
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Note:
❏ We recommend placing the photos horizontally.
❏ You can rotate the scanned images automatically when scanning using Epson FastFoto. Click the Settings >
Advanced Settings tab, and then enable Auto Rotation. Depending on the photos, they may not be rotated correctly.
To rotate the scanned images manually, select the image you want to rotate, and then click Edit > Rotate Le/
Rotate Right.
❏ If you are loading 4×6" and 5×7" photos in the same batch, align the middle of the photos and load them at the
center of the input tray with the 5×7" photos at the back and the 4×6" photos at the front.
5.
Slide the edge guides to t the edge of the photos making sure there are no gaps between the photos and the
edge guides. Otherwise, the photos may be fed skewed.
Next, start scanning using Epson FastFoto.
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Step 3: Scanning and Saving Photos
Epson FastFoto automatically saves your scanned images on your computer in the folder you specify.
1. Click the
You c a n a l s o c li ck Start Scanning on the main screen.
2. Set the save settings on the Describe Your Photos screen.
button on the scanner to start scanning.
❏ Ye a r /Month or Season/Subject: Set the
❏ Create a subfolder for this batch of pictures: Create a new subfolder for the scanned images.
❏ Do not prompt me to describe my photos when scanning: Skip this screen the next time you scan. You
will not be prompted to describe your photos.
name settings.
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3. Click Start Scanning.
Note:
❏ If the glass surface dirt alert appeared when scanning, clean the glass surface inside the scanner aer scanning.
❏ If multiple photos feed through at the same time, press the
Press the button again to return to normal speed.
4. Aer scanning is completed, the following screen is displayed:
(Slow Mode) button to slow down the feeding speed.
If you want to continue scanning, click Scan Next Batch. If you are nished scanning, click Done Scanning.
5.
photos are scanned and saved in the location you chose. Check the scanned images.
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e following rules apply to le naming:
❏ No identier is added: ese are the original scanned images. No enhancements were applied.
❏ Added "_a" at the end:
images include automatic color enhancements.
ese
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❏ Added "_b" at the end: ese are the scanned back sides of the photo. You can enable back side scanning
from Settings > Scan Settings tab.
Aer scanning, you can share, upload, or edit the images using Epson FastFoto. You can also change the view
setting of thumbnails.
Related Information
& “Sharing Photos” on page 26
You can share scanned photos via email.
& “Uploading Photos” on page 28
You can upload scanned photos to Dropbox or Google Drive.
& “Editing Photos” on page 30
You can edit the scanned photos using features such as rotation, enhancement, red eye correction, and more.
& “Changing the Displayed Folder and umbnail View” on page 32
You can change the displayed folder and how thumbnails are viewed.
Sharing Photos
You can share scanned photos via email.
Note:
Available destination items are subject to change without notice.
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1. Select the images you want to share.
Scanning Photos
2.
Click Share.
3. Click Email.
Selected images are automatically attached in a new email. Enter the necessary information and send the
email.
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Note:
If you do not have a default email client application set up, you will be prompted to do so before you can send any
images. Epson FastFoto does not support web-based email, such as Gmail.
Uploading Photos
You can upload scanned photos to Dropbox or Google Drive.
Note:
Make sure the Dropbox application is installed on your computer before uploading.
1.
Select the images you want to upload.
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2. Click Upload.
Scanning Photos
3.
Click one of the following.
❏ Dropbox: Uploads images to your Dropbox folder.
❏ Google Drive: Uploads images to Google Drive.
Note:
If you have not connected your Dropbox or Google Drive account with Epson FastFoto, you will be prompted to do so.
Note:
You can automatically upload the images immediately
Upload tab, and then select the icon of the service you want to upload to.
scanning. Click Settings on the main screen, click the
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Editing Photos
You can edit the scanned photos using features such as rotation, enhancement, red eye correction, and more.
Note:
You can automatically apply the Auto Enhance, Remove Red Eye, and Restore Faded Colors when scanning. Click
Settings > Enhancements tab.
1. Select the images you want to edit.
Note:
You can select and edit multiple images except Crop (Windows only) feature.
2. Click Edit.
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