Epson DS-510 manual

DS-510 User's Guide[...]

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Contents DS-510 User's Guide ................................................................................................................................... 7 Scanner Basics ............................................................................................................................................ 8 Scanner Parts Locations [...]

Scanning Using OCR - Windows .............................................................................................. 45 Scanning Using OCR - OS X .................................................................................................... 47 Scanning to a SharePoint Server or Cloud Service ............................................[...]

Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 77 Windows System Requirements ........................................................................................................ 77 Mac System Requirements .......................................[...]

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DS-510 User's Guide Welcome to the DS-510 User's Guide . For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here. 7[...]

Scanner Basics See these sections to learn about the basic features of your scanner. Scanner Parts Locations User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts Changing the Power Off and Sleep Timer Settings Scanner Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your scanner. Scanner Parts Scanner Buttons and Lights Page Separation Lever Parent topi[...]

1 Scanner cover 2 Page separation lever 3 Edge guides 4 Input tray extension 5 Input tray 6 Cover open lever 7 Output tray 8 Output tray extension 1 Kensington security slot 2 USB port 3 Power inlet 9[...]

1 AC adapter 2 Power cord 3 USB cable Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations Scanner Buttons and Lights Buttons 1 The power button 2 The stop button 3 The start button 10[...]

Lights 1 The ! error light 2 The Ready light Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations Page Separation Lever You can scan plastic cards, folded documents, envelopes, or any document that requires an optional carrier sheet by adjusting the position of the page separation lever. 11[...]

Move the separation lever to this position only when scanning plastic cards, folded documents, envelopes, or any document that requires an optional carrier sheet. Leave the separation lever in this position when scanning standard single- or multiple-page documents to prevent paper jams. Parent topic: Scanner Parts Locations Related tasks Loading Or[...]

Part Part number Roller assembly kit B12B813561 Parent topic: Scanner Basics Changing the Power Off and Sleep Timer Settings You can use the Epson Scan Settings utility to change the time period before the scanner enters sleep mode and turns off automatically. 1. Do one of the following to access the Epson Scan Settings utility: • Windows 8.x : N[...]

Placing Originals on the Scanner Follow the instructions here to place your originals on the scanner. Caution: Do not place anything on top of your scanner or use its cover as a writing surface to avoid damaging it. Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents Loading Originals in the Input T[...]

3. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out. 4. Check to make sure that the page separation lever is in the position shown here. Note: To prevent paper jams, keep the lever in this position for most types of documents. 15[...]

5. If you are loading a multi-page document, fan your stack of originals and tap them gently on a flat surface to even the edges. 6. Slide your originals into the input tray as shown until they meet resistance. Make sure the printed side is face down and top edge first. Note: If you are loading a paper business card, load it horizontally. 16[...]

7. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the original. Original Document Loading Capacity Parent topic: Placing Originals on the Scanner Related references Page Separation Lever Related topics Scanning Original Document Loading Capacity You can load original documents that meet these specifications in your scanner. 17[...]

Paper size Paper weight Paper type Loading capacity Letter (8.5 × 11 inches 13 to 35 lb (50 Plain paper 13 lb (50 g/m²): 70 sheets [216 × 279 mm]) to 130 g/m²) Fine paper 21 lb (80 g/m²): 50 sheets A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches Recycled paper 35 lb (130 g/m²): 30 sheets [210 × 297 mm]) Loading capacity may vary Legal (8.5 × 14 inches depending on [...]

• Transparencies • Glossy originals Parent topic: Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray You can load plastic cards that meet the card specifications in the input tray. 1. Open the input tray and pull up its extension. 2. Pull out the output tray and open its extension. 19[...]

3. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way outward. 4. Load one plastic card horizontally in the input tray as shown, sliding it in until it meets resistance. Make sure the printed side is facedown with the top edge first. Note: Do not load a plastic card vertically. 20[...]

5. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the plastic card. 21[...]

6. Set the page separation lever to the position shown here. Note: To prevent paper jams, make sure to set the separation lever back to its original position when scanning standard single- or multi-page documents. Card Loading Capacity Parent topic: Placing Originals on the Scanner Related references Page Separation Lever Related topics Scanning Ca[...]

Loading direction Horizontal Note: Plastic cards with glossy surfaces may not scan properly. Parent topic: Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents You can load a single envelope or large, thick, or folded original in the input tray. Make sure the original meets the specifications for special originals before loading it. 1.[...]

3. Slide the input tray edge guides all the way out. 4. Do one of the following to load your original: • Load a large or thick original or an envelope in the input tray as shown. Make sure the printed side is facedown with the top edge first. 24[...]

• For a folded original, fold and load the original as shown. Caution: Do not load the document with the open side facing down. • For a photo or an irregularly-shaped original, use an optional carrier sheet to load the document. Do the following to load the document into the carrier sheet: • If the original is smaller than the carrier sheet, [...]

• If the original is larger than the carrier sheet, fold it in half with the sides to be scanned facing out. Position the right side of the original at the front of the sheet with the top facing the arrow on the sheet. 5. Slide the original into the scanner until it meets resistance. 26[...]

6. Slide the edge guides against the edges of the sheet. 7. Set the page separation lever to the position shown here. Note: To prevent paper jams, make sure to set the separation lever back to its original position when scanning standard single- or multi-page documents. 27[...]

Large or Thick Original Loading Capacity Parent topic: Placing Originals on the Scanner Related references Page Separation Lever Related topics Scanning Large or Thick Original Loading Capacity You can load large, thick, or folded originals, or envelopes, that meet these specifications in your scanner. Note: You can load only one large, thick, or f[...]

Using the Network Interface Unit See these sections to use the optional Epson Network Interface Unit to scan over a network. Network Interface Unit Parts Connecting the Network Interface Unit Setting Up Network Scanning Scanning to Network Computers from the Network Interface Unit - Windows Related references User Replaceable Epson Scanner Parts Ne[...]

Connecting the Network Interface Unit See the documentation that came with the optional Epson Network Interface Unit for instructions on connecting it to your scanner. Parent topic: Using the Network Interface Unit Setting Up Network Scanning You can set up network scanning to your scanner through the optional Epson Network Interface Unit. First co[...]

4. Do one of the following: • Under Search for addresses , select the IP address of your Network Interface Unit, and click OK . • Select the Enter address setting, type in the IP address or host name of your Network Interface Unit, and click OK . 5. Click the Test button to check the connection. You see a confirmation message. 6. Click OK to sa[...]

Parent topic: Using the Network Interface Unit Scanning to Network Computers from the Network Interface Unit - Windows You can scan to a network computer directly from the Network Interface Unit (Windows only). You first set up a scan job in Document Capture Pro and then select the computer you want to send the scanned file to. 1. Start a scan job [...]

Scanning You can scan original documents or photos and save them as digital files. Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button Scanning with Document Capture Pro and Document Capture Scanning with Epson Scan Scanning Special Projects Starting a Scan from a Scanner Button You can scan using a button on your scanner. This automatically starts the scanning [...]

1. Start Document Capture Pro or Document Capture on a computer connected to the scanner. 2. Click the Manage Job icon from the toolbar at the top of the window. 3. On the Job Management window, click Add or the + icon. 4. Enter a name for the new job, then select the settings you want to view or change and change the settings as necessary, and cli[...]

2. Click the Scan icon. You see a window like this: 35[...]

Note: If you want to use a scan job that you created instead, select it from the Job list in the Document Capture Pro or Document Capture window, click the Start Job button, and skip the rest of these steps. 3. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use. Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro or Document Capture for details.[...]

You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (OS X) window. 6. Check the scanned images and edit them as necessary. 7. Click one of the Destination icons to choose where to save your scanned file. (If you cannot see all of the icons below, click the arrow next to the icons.) Note: In the Document Capture [...]

2. Select options for each of the scan settings on the screen. 3. If necessary, click the Preview button. Epson Scan previews your original, and displays the result in a separate Preview window. The scanner also ejects the page. 4. Reload the page in the input tray. 5. Click the Image Adjustment tab and select any of the image adjustment settings y[...]

6. Click Scan . You see the File Save Settings window. 7. Change any of the necessary file save settings and click OK . Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or OS X Finder, where you ca[...]

Color Enhance Enhances the red, green, or blue shades in the scanned image. Brightness Adjusts the overall lightness and darkness of the scanned image. Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the overall scanned image. Parent topic: Scanning with Epson Scan Scanning Special Projects Your product's scanning software [...]

3. Do one of the following to access the Epson Scan settings: • Windows : Click the Scan icon, then click Detailed Settings . • OS X : Open the Scan menu at the top of the screen and select Displays the EPSON Scan Setup Screen . Click the Scan icon. You see an Epson Scan window like this: 41[...]

4. Select Double-Sided as the Document Source setting. 5. Select the original document size as the Size setting. 6. Select one of the following as the Stitch Images setting: • Top&Bottom : Places the scanned images one above the other. • Left&Right : Places the scanned images side by side. 7. With Windows, click OK . 42[...]

8. Click Scan . The scanned image is displayed. Note: If the scanned images are not stitched together correctly, click Configuration on the Epson Scan window and select the Binding Position (for Double-Sided Scanning) setting on the Document tab. Parent topic: Scanning Special Projects Related tasks Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plast[...]

3. Click the Scan icon. 4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use. Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro for details. 5. Click Scan . You see a preview of your scan in the Document Capture Pro window. 6. Open the File menu and select Save As . 7. Select Apply Job Separation and click Separation Settings . 8. Select the [...]

Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR) You can scan a document and convert the text into data that you can edit with a word processing, spreadsheet, or HTML-editing program. This process is called OCR (Optical Character Recognition). To scan and use OCR, you need to install[...]

3. Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting. 4. Click either the Scan to Other Formats icon or the icon that corresponds with the program you want to scan to. 5. If you see the Select Scanner window, select your product and click OK . Note: Do not select a WIA option for your product; it will n[...]

Your document is scanned and processed into editable text, then you see the Save As window. 10. Select a name and a file format for your document and click Save . The file is saved and then opened in an application associated with the file type you selected, if available on your system. Parent topic: Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)[...]

3. Open the Get Images From pop-up menu and select your product. 4. Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting. 5. Select the type of document you are going to scan. Epson Scan starts in the last scan mode you used. 6. Select your scan settings and click Scan . Your document is scanned and you se[...]

• Windows (other versions) : Click or Start , and select All Programs or Programs . Select EPSON Software , then select Document Capture Pro . • OS X : Open the Applications folder, select the Epson Software folder, and select Document Capture . You see a window like this: 2. Click the Scan icon. 3. Select any displayed scan settings you want t[...]

5. Click one of the cloud service Destination icons to choose where to save your scanned file. (If you cannot see all of the icons below, the service software may not be installed, or you need to click the arrow next to the icons.) • Web Folder (WebDAV) • Evernote • Google Docs • SugarSync • Microsoft SharePoint server (Windows only) You [...]

Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner See these sections if you need to clean or transport your scanner. Cleaning Your Scanner Cleaning Inside Your Scanner Checking the Scanner Roller Counter Replacing the Scanner Rollers Transporting Your Scanner Cleaning Your Scanner To keep your product working at its best, you should clean it several times a y[...]

3. Pull down on the cover open lever and open the scanner cover. 4. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust or dirt on the rollers inside the scanner cover. 52[...]

5. Wipe off any dust or dirt on the pickup rollers. 6. Plug in the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on the scanner. 7. Hold down the start button for at least two seconds, and press the start button several times to rotate the rollers shown here. Wipe off any dust or dirt on the rollers as they rotate. 8. Turn off the scanner and unplu[...]

9. Wipe off any dust or dirt on the glass scanning surfaces using a soft, dry cloth. If the glass surface is stained with grease or some other hard-to-remove material, use a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth to remove it. Wipe off all remaining liquid. Caution: Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the scanning surfaces. Be careful not[...]

3. Click Maintenance . You see a screen like this: 4. You can check the scanner roller counter by reading the number in the Number of Scans field. If the number of scans exceeds the Life Cycle of the rollers, it is time to replace the rollers. 5. Click OK . Parent topic: Cleaning and Transporting Your Scanner Replacing the Scanner Rollers Replace t[...]

4. Pull down on the cover open lever and open the scanner cover. 5. Squeeze the tab on the right side of the pickup roller cover and open the cover. Caution: Do not place too much force on the arm inside the cover when replacing the pickup roller. 56[...]

6. Slide the pickup rollers to the right and remove them. 57[...]

7. To install the new lower pickup roller, align the notches on the roller and slide it to the left. 8. To install the new upper pickup roller, align the notches on the roller and slide it to the left. Make sure the smaller roller is on the bottom. Caution: Do not touch the surface of the rollers. 9. Close the pickup roller cover. Note: If you are [...]

10. Press down on the separation roller cover latch inside the scanner cover and pull down the cover to open it. Caution: Be careful not to apply too much force when opening the cover. 11. Press in on the separation roller to release it, then slide the roller to the side and remove it. 12. Pull the release tab on the separation roller and remove it[...]

13. Slide the new separation roller onto the spindle as shown. Make sure that the notches on the roller and spindle align properly. Note: Check that there are no gaps between the roller and spindle. You hear a click when the roller is firmly locked into place. 14. Align the notches on the spindle and the scanner, then slide the separation roller in[...]

15. While applying gentle pressure on the separation roller, close the separation roller cover. Note: If you are not able to close the cover, the roller is not installed correctly. Remove the roller and reinstall it, then try to close the cover again. 16. Close the scanner cover. 17. Plug in the AC adapter and turn on the scanner. Reset the roller [...]

4. Click Reset . The number of scans changes to 0 (zero). 5. Click OK . Parent topic: Replacing the Scanner Rollers Transporting Your Scanner If you need to ship your product, transport it a long distance, or store it for an extended period, prepare it for transportation as described here. 1. Turn off the scanner and unplug the AC adapter. 2. Disco[...]

Solving Problems Check these sections for solutions to problems you may have using your product. Scanner Light Status Solving Scanning Problems Solving Network Interface Unit Problems Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems When to Uninstall Your Scanner Software Where to Get Help Scanner Light Status You can often diagnose problems with your scanne[...]

Light status Condition/solution The Ready light is on The scanner is turned on and ready to scan. The Ready light is flashing The scanner is scanning or initializing. Wait for the Ready light to stop flashing before turning off the scanner. The ! error light is on An error has occurred. Try the following: • Check the scanner connection to your co[...]

Scanner Does Not Turn On or Turns Off Unexpectedly If the scanner does not turn on or if it turns off unexpectedly, try these solutions: • Make sure the AC adapter is securely connected to the scanner and to a working electrical outlet. • If the scanner turns off unexpectedly, you may need to adjust the Power Off Timer setting. Parent topic: So[...]

Related tasks Uninstalling Scanner Software - Windows Uninstalling Scanner Software - OS X Cannot Start Epson Scan If you cannot start Epson Scan, try these solutions: • Make sure your scanner is turned on and any interface cables are securely connected at both ends. • Make sure Epson Scan is selected in your scanning program. • Make sure you[...]

• Remove the originals, fan the edges to separate the sheets, if necessary, and reload them. • Load only originals that meets the specifications for your scanner. • Clean inside the scanner and replace the roller assembly kit, if necessary. • If you see a double feed error in the Epson Scan window or the Document Capture Pro window (Windows[...]

4. Gently pull out any jammed originals from inside the scanner. 5. Gently pull out any jammed originals from the output tray. 68[...]

6. Close the scanner cover. 7. Carefully follow all loading instructions when you reload originals. Parent topic: Solving Scanning Problems Related tasks Loading Originals in the Input Tray Loading Plastic Cards in the Input Tray Loading Special Documents Scanning is Slow If scanning becomes slow, try these solutions: • Scan your original at a lo[...]

• Windows (other versions) : C:Users(user name)AppDataLocalTemp Parent topic: Solving Scanning Problems Solving Network Interface Unit Problems If you have problems scanning using the optional Network Interface Unit, try these solutions: • Make sure the Network Interface Unit is securely connected to the network or your computer and the sc[...]

Back of Original Image Appears in Scanned Image If an image from the back of a thin original appears in your scanned image, make sure you selected the correct Image Type setting for your original and select the Text Enhancement setting in Epson Scan. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related references Available Image Adjustments[...]

Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related references Available Image Adjustments Related tasks Scanning with Epson Scan Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image You may see a ripple pattern (called a moiré) in scanned images of printed documents. This is caused by interference from differing pitches in the scanner's screen and yo[...]

5. Wipe off any stains on the glass scanning surfaces using a soft, dry cloth. Note: If the glass surfaces are stained with grease or some other hard-to-remove material, use a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth to remove it. Wipe off all remaining liquid. Caution: Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the scanning surfaces. Be careful n[...]

7. Plug in the AC adapter. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related tasks Cleaning Inside Your Scanner Scanned Image Edges are Cropped If the edges of a scanned image are cropped, try the following solutions: • Select Auto Detect as the Size setting (Epson Scan) or the Document Size setting (Document Capture Pro or Document Ca[...]

2. Disconnect any interface cables. 3. Do the following to uninstall each of your scanning software programs, then follow any on-screen instructions: • Windows 8.x : Navigate to the Apps screen and select Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features . Select the scanner software program and click Uninstall/Change . • Windows 7 or Wind[...]

Parent topic: When to Uninstall Your Scanner Software Where to Get Help If you need to contact Epson for technical support services, use the following support options. Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentat[...]

Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your scanner. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to epson.com/recycle for information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Windows System Requirements Mac System Requirements General Specifications Dimension Specifica[...]

Interface Macintosh USB Display Color monitor with 800 × 600 resolution or higher and millions of colors Note: Epson Scan does not support the UNIX File System (UFS) for OS X. Install Epson Scan on a disk or in a partition that does not use UFS. Parent topic: Technical Specifications General Specifications Scanner type Sheet feed, one pass duplex [...]

Dimension Specifications Height 6.1 inches (154.0 mm) Width 11.7 inches (297.0 mm) Depth 6.0 inches (152.0 mm) Weight Approx. 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) Note: Dimensions do not include projecting parts. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Electrical Specifications Scanner Note: Check the label on the scanner and the AC adapter for voltage information. Powe[...]

Rated output voltage DC 24 V Rated output current 1.37 A Parent topic: Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Storage: –13 to 140 °F (–25 to 60 °C) Humidity Operating: 10 to 80% RH (non-condensing) Storage: 10 to 85% RH Operating conditions Ordinary office or home conditions Not[...]

AC Adapter United States Safety: UL60950-1 EMC: FCC part 15 Subpart B Class B Canada Safety: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 EMC: CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B Parent topic: Technical Specifications 81[...]

Notices Check these sections for important notices about your scanner. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to epson.com/recycle for information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Important Safety Instructions Restrictions on Copying Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products T[...]

• 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 to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the connectors.[...]

Restrictions on Copying Observe the following restrictions to ensure responsible and legal use of your scanner. 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 official[...]

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks. Parent topic: Notices Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form [...]

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