Epson Perfection 600 Product Support Bulletin

EPSON

Date: 05/21/99
ECN No.: PSB.1999.05.001
Reference: N/A
Originator: SA
Authorization:
Affected Product(s): Expression 836XL, Expression 800 & Perfection 636
Subject: Blue G3 Compatibility with Epson Scanners

This bulletin provides compatibility information with Epson scanners and new Blue G3 Macintosh
computers. The Epson Expression 836XL, Expression 800 and Perfection 636 scanners are compatible
with the new Blue G3 Macintosh computers when used with Adaptec 2906 and 2930CU SCSI controller
cards.

RODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN

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Expression 836XL

Compatibility

1. The Expression 836XL scanner is compatible with the following Macintosh compliant Adaptec SCSI
adapter Boards:

Model Name Availability

AVA-2906 Retail Channel
AVE-2930CU Built to Order with NEW Blue G3 - OEM only

2. The Expression 836XL scanner has been tested and found compatible with this configuration based
on testing performed on the following MAC:

MAC G3/400 (Blue B3)
MAC O/S 8.5.1
MAC O/S ROM 1.2.

3. To acquire images with the Epson TWAIN Pro driver, version 1.52A must be used. This driver is
available on Epson's WEB site. The file name is TPM152A.SEA.hqx.

4. To scan with the FULL version LaserSoft Plug-in driver, use version 3.8.0 for the Expression
836XL scanner. This Plug-in driver is located on the SilverFast LaserSoft CD, which is part of the
software bundle for the above listed scanner.

Driver, Application and Device Functionality

1. The base unit: Reflective scanning is functional as tested on those applications bundled with the
product.

2. A.D.F and T.P.U: These devices are functional as tested on those applications bundled with the
scanner.

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Expression 800

Compatibility

1. The Expression 800 scanner is compatible with the following Macintosh compliant Adaptec SCSI
adapter Boards:

Model Name Availability

AVA-2906 Retail Channel
AVE-2930CU Built to Order with NEW Power MAC G3 - OEM only

2. The Expression 800 scanners have been tested and found compatible with this configuration based on
testing performed on the following MAC:

MAC G3/400 (Blue G3)
MAC O/S 8.5.1
MAC O/S ROM 1.2.

3. To acquire images with the Epson TWAIN Pro driver, version 1.52A must be used. This driver is
available on Epson's WEB site. The file name is TPM152A.SEA.hqx. To scan with the LaserSoft
TWAIN driver, use version 3.9.0 Lite (Expression 800 ONLY), which can be found on the
Installation CD pack.

4. To scan with the FULL version LaserSoft Plug-in driver, use version 4.1.4 for the Expression 800
ARTIST and PROFESSIONAL model ONLY. This Plug-in driver is located on the SilverFast
LaserSoft CD, which is part of the software bundle for the above listed scanner.

Driver, Application and Device Functionality

1. The base unit: Reflective scanning is functional as tested on those applications bundled with the
product.

2. A.D.F and T.P.U: These devices are functional as tested on those applications bundled with the
scanner.

Perfection 636

Compatibility

1. The Perfection 636 scanner is compatible with the following Macintosh compliant Adaptec SCSI
adapter Boards:

Model Name Availability

AVA-2906 Retail Channel
AVE-2930CU Built to Order with NEW Power MAC G3 - OEM only

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