Epson 1200U manual

Scanner Basics EPSON Perfection 1200U and 1200U PHOTO[...]

SELECT AN IMAGE TO SCAN The type of image you’re scanning determines what input setting you select in your software. PLAN YOUR SCAN OPEN YOUR HOST APPLICA TION This is the software application where you’ll import your scanned image. Y ou’ll start the scanner’ s software from within these or other applications. SELECT THE CORRECT SETTINGS FO[...]

ii Copyright Notice 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. The information contained herein is designed only for use wi[...]

iii Contents A COMPLETE SCANNING SOLUTION 1 About Your Scanner 1 About Your Software 2 About Your Documentation 3 Cautions, Notes, and Tips 3 Year 2000 Ready 3 System Requirements 4 Windows 98 4 Macintosh 5 ENERGY STAR Compliance 6 Important Safety Instructions 6 SETTING UP YOUR SCANNER 9 Unpack Your Scanner 9 Choose a Good Place for Your Scanner 1[...]

iv SCANNING FROM START TO FINISH 21 Using the Start Button 21 Creating an Illustrated Document 22 Scanning and Converting a Text Document 22 Scanning and Retouching a Photo 26 Adding a Scanned Photo to a Document 31 ADVANCED SCANNING 35 Scanning with EPSON TWAIN 35 Placing Your Original Document 36 Selecting TWAIN from Your Application 36 Using EPS[...]

v SCANNER MAINTENANCE 53 Identifying Scanner Parts 53 Removing the Scanner Cover 54 Reattaching the Scanner Cover 54 Transporting the Scanner 55 Cleaning the Scanner 56 Cleaning the Paper Path Guide 56 USING THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 59 Transparency Unit 59 Unpacking the Transparency Unit 59 Installing the Transparency Unit 60 Using the Transparency U[...]

vi PROBLEMS? NEED HELP? 79 Light and Buttons 79 Problems and Solutions 81 Setup Problems 81 Scanner Problems 81 Software Problems 83 Scanning Problems 85 Where To Get Help 91 EPSON Technical Support 91 Software Technical Support 92 SPECIFICATIONS 93 Scanner Specifications 93 Transparency Unit Specifications 95 Auto Document Feeder Specifications 96[...]

1 A Complete Scanning Solution Your EPSON ® Perfection  1200U scanner is a professional-quality 36-bit scanner packed with easy-to-use features for practically any type of scanning  for business, home, or school. The plug & play USB connection is fast and easy with no extra hardware to install. Using EPSONs ColorTrue ® II Imagi[...]

2 About Your Software The EPSON Perfection 1200U scanner includes these leading-edge applications for professional-quality scans : EPSON TWAIN Driver The scanning utility for producing professional quality images. Ideal for scanning text into OCR programs  includes Text Enhancement Technology (TET) for more accurate OCR scanning and Auto Area Se[...]

3 About Your Documentation This guide includes setup instructions for your scanner, scanning tips, and troubleshooting advice. It also includes instructions for viewing your electronic manuals and installing the optional equipment. For details on using the scanner software (TWAIN), see your electronic EPSON TWAIN Users Guide . Cautions, Notes, a[...]

4 System Requirements The minimum system requirements for Windows ® and Macintosh ® are listed below. For optimum performance, a faster processor and more memory are recommended. If you are scanning high resolution images, you need more than the minimum available hard disk space listed. Color and tone reproduction are subject to the display capab[...]

5 Macintosh ■ iMac  or Power Macintosh ® G3 with built-in USB port ■ System 8.1 or later (iMac), System 8.5.1 or later (Power Macintosh G3) If your system is running OS 8.1, you must download and install the iMac Update 1.0 from Apple ® at http://swupdates.info.apple.com before you install the EPSON USB software. Contact Apple Computer if [...]

6 E NERGY S TAR Compliance As an E NERGY S TAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the E NERGY S TAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA E NERGY S TAR Office Equipment program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal computers, monitor[...]

7 ■ 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 cabinet damaged; if the scanner does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Do not adjust controls tha[...]

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9 Setting Up Your Scanner Setting up your scanner is easy  just follow the simple steps in this book in the order listed below. 1. Unpack and choose a place for your scanner. 2. Unlock the scanner. 3. Connect the scanner to your computer. 4. Power on your system. 5. Install the scanner software. 6. Install the creative software and view your ele[...]

10 Choose a Good Place for Your Scanner Here are some points to consider: ■ Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. If the scanner is tilted, it cant operate properly. ■ Make sure to place the scanner where you can easily unplug the power cord, and where the USB cable can reach your computer. ■ Keep the scanner away from direct sunlig[...]

11 Unlock the Scanner Before connecting the scanner to a power source, you must release the transportation lock, located on the side of the scanner. Turn the transportation lock down to the unlocked position using a coin or similar object, as shown. If you cant turn the transportation lock easily, turn the scanner on (see page 12 for instruction[...]

12 Connect the Scanner to Your Computer If you are connecting to a PC, Windows 98 must be factory preinstalled on your system. 1. Make sure the scanner, computer, and any USB devices connected to your computer are turned off. The scanner is off when the P operate button is out (not pushed down below the surface of the front panel). 2. Locate the US[...]

13 Power On Your System Always turn your scanner on before you turn on the computer. Otherwise, the computer may not recognize your EPSON scanner when you install your software. The operate light on the top of the scanner blinks as the scanner initializes. Whenever you turn off the scanner, wait at least 10 seconds before turning it back on. Rapidl[...]

14 3. Select the Search for the best driver for your device option, then click Next . 4. Uncheck the Floppy disk drives and CD-ROM drive options and check Specify a locati on . Then use the Browse button to locate your CD-ROM drive and the /Win98 folder on the CD-ROM (the example uses D as the CD-ROM drive letter). Then click Next . 5. Click Next t[...]

15 7. After the scanner software installation is complete, the EPSON Screen Calibration utility automatically starts. You must calibrate your screen and scanner to reproduce images closely matching the originals. You dont need to change the screen calibration again so long as you continue to use the same monitor. If you dont see the utility o[...]

16 9. Click Finish to exit the Add New Hardware Wizard. You will find the Scanners and Cameras icon in the Windows Control Panel after EPSON TWAIN is installed. 10. Now you can install your creative software and view your electronic manuals as described on page 19. If Youre Using a Macintosh . . . If you are using Mac OS 8.1, you need to install[...]

17 3. Double-click the EPSON icon. 4. The EPSON screen and software License Agreement screen appear. After reading the license agreement, click AGREE to continue with the installation. 5. When the Scanner Software Installation screen appears, click Install Mac USB Drivers . 6. Click Yes when asked if you want to restart your computer when the insta[...]

18 8. When the scanner software installation is complete, you see this screen: Click Restart . The Screen Calibration utility starts. (Your Macintosh will not restart until after you calibrate your screen.) You must calibrate your screen and scanner to reproduce images closely matching the originals. 9. In the following window, move the slider to t[...]

19 Install the Creative Software and Electronic Manuals Before you begin: ■ Check the CD-ROM label to make sure you have the correct CD-ROM for your operating system. ■ Be sure any virus protection programs are turned off. 1. Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. 2. Windows : Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop, [...]

20 5. The install screen appears for the application you selected (the example shown is for Adobe PhotoDeluxe Business Edition for Windows). Click the Install ( application name ) button to install the selected software. (You can skip the installation by clicking the <BACK button at the bottom of the window.) 6. Some applications include the opt[...]

21 Scanning from Start to Finish To give you an idea of what the EPSON Perfection 1200U can do and how easy it is to use the bundled software, try using this practice scan project to create a scanned document from start to finish. Once you read this chapter, youll know how to: ■ Use the Start button for quick scanning ■ Drag-and-drop a[...]

22 Creating an Illustrated Document This section gives an example of how to use the Start button to: ■ Scan a text document ■ Use PageManagers OCR (optical character recognition) feature to convert it to an editable document in your word processing program ■ Drag and drop (Windows) or copy and paste (Macintosh and Windows) a scanned and re[...]

23 3. Press the scanners ] Start button. 4. In Windows 98, if youve installed other scanner applications, you see this dialog box (otherwise, skip ahead to step 5): Click Presto! PageManager for EPSON and click OK . (If the dialog box disappears before you select an application, press the scanners Start button again.) If PageManager wasn?[...]

24 5. The EPSON TWAIN 4 window opens in PageManager, along with the Scan Buttons window. By default, the TW AIN window appears in Easy mode. If you are using Advanced mode, it will appear w ith many additional options. For now, if the Advanced TW AIN interface appears, click the Easy button to switch to the Easy interface. 6. To scan a document wit[...]

25 8. By default, EPSON TWAIN 4 places all new scans in the PageManager Inbox folder, and represents each scan as a thumbnail. If necessary, click the Inbox icon to view the thumbnail of your scan in PageManager. 9. Drag the thumbnail of the scanned text from the main window to your word processors icon, such as Microsoft Word 97, at the b[...]

26 10. Once the text is converted, the application automatically opens your new file. (If the scanned document contained columns of text, you may need to switch to Page Layout view.) 11. Save this new file in your application and close PageManager. Scanning and Retouching a Photo Next, well scan a photo, using Adobe PhotoDeluxe to capture the sc[...]

27 4. When the Adobe PhotoDeluxe window appears, click GET & FIX PHOTO (Windows) or Get Photo (Macintosh). 5. When the Intro page appears, click the Get Photo tab. 6. The Get Photo page appears. If this is the first time you have scanned with PhotoDeluxe, click the triangle under the Scanners button. Then select EPSON TWAIN 4 and click OK . If [...]

28 7. Once you have selected EPSON TWAIN 4, click the S canners button above the triangle. If you are using a Macintosh, skip to step 10 after clicking the Scanners button. 8. The Scan page appears. Click the 1 Mode tab (Windows). 9. The 1 Mode page appears. Click the Custom button (Windows). click the Scanners button click the 1M o d e tab click t[...]

29 10. The EPSON TWAIN 4 window appears. (If the Easy TWAIN interface appears, click the Advanced button so you can access the scanners advanced features.) 11. When the Advanced EPSON TWAIN window appears, the scanner pre-scans the picture automatically. When it finishes, select these settings: ■ Set the Image Type to Color Photo , which sets [...]

30 12. In Windows, once EPSON TWAIN 4 scans the image, click the Close button. Your scan appears in a new Adobe PhotoDeluxe window. Windows users can skip ahead to step 14. On the Macintosh, you must save the scanned image before retouching it. Once EPSON TWAIN 4 scans the image, click the Close button. When the Save As dialog box appears, type a f[...]

31 14. Once the image is in its own editing window, you can easily touch it up. To touch-up a photo, click the Touch Up or R epair (Windows) or More Touch Up (Macintosh) tabs, then choose a retouching tool. To use a specific tool (such as Fix Color or Re move Red E ye ), click its icon and follow the on-screen prompts. 15. When you are finished, sa[...]

32 Using Drag and Drop 1. Open the word processor window (this example uses Microsoft Word) containing your document and position it next to the PhotoDeluxe window. 2. Click the image once in PhotoDeluxe. Its handles become visible. 3. While holding down the mouse button, drag the image to the location where you want it in your document. 4. R[...]

33 Using Copy and Paste 1. Open the PhotoDeluxe window with your scanned photo visible in its own window. 2. Click the scanned image once. Its handles become visible. 3. Choose Copy from the Edit menu. 4. Open the Microsoft Word window containing your document. 5. Click the cursor where you want the image in your document. The text-insertion [...]

34 7. Once the image is in Word, you can resize the image by stretching the handles that appear when the image is clicked. Now that youve successfully scanned in text and photographs, you can use the bundled software to create your own projects. The instructions for each bundled application are in electronic format on the CD-ROM.[...]

35 Advanced Scanning Though your EPSON Perfection 1200U scanner is pre-configured to easily capture quality images with its bundled applications, you can also use the scanner with nearly every high-end graphics application. In addition, you can adjust the way EPSON TWAIN captures images, and change how the Start button operates. This chapter gives [...]

36 Placing Your Original Document Placing the original document on the scanner correctly is very important. Follow these steps: 1. Raise the scanner cover and place your document face down on the document table glass. If youre scanning a transparency, the optional transparency unit should be installed and turned on. 2. Position the document so t[...]

37 2. Select the scanner source. Open the File menu and choose Select Source , Import , or Ac quire , and then select either Select TWAIN_32 Source (Windows) or TWAIN Select (Macintosh). 3. Select either EPSON TWAIN 4(32-bit) (Windows) or EPSON TWAIN 4 and click OK or Select . Using EPSON TWAIN Once EPSON TWAIN 4 is selected, you can start scanning[...]

38 If your computer fails to recognize the scanner, you wont see the EPSON TWAIN driver w hen you try to select a scanner source from your host application. In addition, an error message may appear. If this happens, turn off your computer and scanner, and then turn the scanner back on. Then restart the computer. Do not connect or disconnect the [...]

39 4. If youre scanning with the Advanced window, click the Preview icon to preview your scan. You see a preview of your scan in the preview area on the right side of your screen. Make any other changes you want to adjust for the image (for details, see Selecting Advanced TWAIN Settings on page 44). 5. Click the Scan button to scan your im[...]

40 want the images you scan with the Start Button to be sent directly to your image editing program, you can assign the Start button to Windows Imaging (or another image editing program). The Scan Buttons palette appears on the screen whenever PageManager is running so you can select the destination program or device for your scanned images. (If it[...]

41 Adding a Destination to the Scan Buttons Palette If you want to add program or device icons to the Scan Buttons palette, follow these steps: 1. Open the File menu and select Scan Buttons Setting . You see the Scan Buttons Setting dialog box. Click the Properties tab, if necessary. 2. Click the Add button. On the Macintosh, you see the Add scan b[...]

42 5. If the Suppress TW AIN User Interface checkbox is active, you can select whether you want PageManager to open the EPSON TWAIN dialog box when you press the Start button. If you dont check the checkbox, the EPSON TWAIN dialog box appears after you press the Start button and PageManager opens. Then you can preview, select settings, and click[...]

43 Selecting Scan Button Settings If you select a device or program for which youve checked the Suppress TWAIN U ser Interface checkbox, the PageManager scan settings become active. If theyre active, select the options you want to use whenever you press the destination icon in the Scan Buttons palette or assign the Start button to the icon. F[...]

44 Selecting Advanced TWAIN Settings EPSON TWAIN 4 has two operating modes: Easy and Advanced. Easy mode automatically selects what are usually the best scanning settings based on the type of image you specify in the Image Type and Destination menus. Advanced mode also selects the best settings based on the Image Type and Destination selections, bu[...]

45 Special scanning features: ■ Batch scanning: select Settings , save several setting groups, and click Batch Scan ■ Color management: select Configuration and click IC M/sRGB (Windows 98) or ColorSync (Macintosh) ■ Image corrections: use the Image Controls, Color Adjustment, Tone Correction, and Auto Exposure tools. Availability of these to[...]

46 Recommended Settings If you are manually adjusting the settings in the Advanced window, you should consider using the following settings for optimal scans (a more detailed listing is available in your electronic EPSON TWAIN Users Guide ): 1 If your final output is for on-screen viewing (for example, on a web page), select 72 dpi for your reso[...]

47 Tips for Getting the Best Scan Getting the best scan possible depends on several factors, including the quality of your original and the resolution you select. The better your original is, the better your scan will be. While you can make some corrections in your scanning software, youll need to do major photo retouching in a program such as A[...]

48 The EPSON Perfection 1200Us maximum hardware resolution of 1200 × 2400 dpi is achieved through EPSONs advanced Micro Step Drive technology. This technology enables the EPSON Perfection 1200U to achieve a maximum sub-scan or vertical resolution of 1200 dpi or 2400 dpi using half-stepping of the scanning carriage to double the optical[...]

49 Batch Scanning You can use batch scanning to save time. Batch scanning lets you scan the same image with several different settings. See Batch Scanning in your EPSON TWAIN Users Guide for details. Printing Scanned Images with Optimal Color in Windows If you have an EPSON Stylus printer, you can select settings in your printer driver for[...]

50 3. The printer Properties window appears. Choose your paper type from the Medi a Type menu, and click the Custom radio button. Then chose sRGB from the Custom Settings (Windows) menu. 4. Click OK on the Properties window. Then click OK from the Print dialog box to print your document. select your paper type... then ch oose sRGB then click the Cu[...]

51 Viewing Your Electronic Manuals You always have easy access to your electronic manuals  just go to the Main Menu screen on your scanner software CD-ROM and click the Electronic Documentation button. If you already have Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 on your system, the manual opens in Acrobat Reader automatically. If you dont have Acrobat Reader[...]

52 Navigating a Manual When you open an electronic manual, youll see this toolbar: With Acrobat Reader, you have several ways to navigate through text: ■ Click on hot topics, which are usually underlined or displayed in a different color. To find out if a topic is hot, move your cursor over it. If the cursor turns into a pointing hand, the top[...]

53 Scanner Maintenance This section gives you basic maintenance instructions and tells you how to transport your scanner safely. Identifying Scanner Parts Here are the parts of your scanner: carriage (in the home position) document table operate button Start button operate light transportation lock scanner cover option connector USB interfa ce conn[...]

54 Removing the Scanner Cover If youre scanning something that doesnt fit under the scanner cover, you can remove it. To do this, simply open the scanner cover all the way, and lift it straight up. When scanning with the cover removed, make sure you cover any exposed areas of the document table glass to prevent interference from external ligh[...]

55 Transporting the Scanner When you transport the scanner a long distance or store it for an extended time, follow the steps below to secure the carriage. 1. Remove any optional equipment and replace the document cover. 2. Turn on the scanner and wait until the carriage moves to the home position (toward the back of the scanner). Then turn off the[...]

56 Cleaning the Scanner To keep your scanner operating at its best, you should clean it periodically. Before cleaning, unplug the power cord. Use a soft cloth to clean the outer case with mild detergent dissolved in water. If the document table glass gets dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth. If the glass is stained with grease or other hard-to-r[...]

57 Removing the Paper Path Guide 1. Turn off the scanner. 2. Disconnect the cable and remove the ADF. 3. Gently pull out the paper support. 4. Place the ADF on the document table upside down, with the front of the ADF towards you. 5. Gently pull the two white hooks up, and then push them back down out of the rectangular holes. 6. Pull the paper pat[...]

58 Cleaning the Paper Path Guide Be careful not to scratch or damage the paper path guide. To avoid damaging the auto document feeder, be careful not to touch the rollers or metal parts. Use a soft dry cloth to gently wipe the transparent plastic sheet of the paper path guide. Attaching the Paper Path Guide 1. Insert the transparent plastic sheet o[...]

59 Using the Optional Equipment This section includes basic information on unpacking, installing, and using the options for the EPSON Perfection 1200U: a transparency unit (B813172) and an auto document feeder (B813142). You can purchase these options from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. sale[...]

60 Installing the Transparency Unit Follow the steps below to install the transparency unit on the scanner. 1. Make sure the scanner is turned off. 2. Remove the document cover from the scanner by opening it to an upright position and lifting it straight up. 3. Make sure the document table glass is clean and dust free. 4. Place the transparency uni[...]

61 Using the Transparency Unit Loading Transparencies Before scanning transparencies, wipe the lid of the transparency unit, the scanners document table glass, and the narrow window near the hinges. Be sure to keep the window uncovered when loading your transparencies. If your transparency obstructs the window, the colors in your scans will be a[...]

62 Loading 35 mm Negative or Positive Film Insert a strip of film in the 35 mm film holder, base side facing down. Then place the film holder on the document table. Be sure to align the upper left corner of the film holder with the upper left corner of the transparency unit. You can adjust the position of 35 mm film by sliding the strips in the fil[...]

63 Loading 4 x 5 inch Film Insert film in the 4 × 5 inch film holder, base side facing down. Then place the film holder on the document table. Be sure to align the upper left corner of the film holder with the upper left corner of the transparency unit. Loading Slides and Film Directly on the Document Table Hold the film by the edges or use gloves[...]

64 If the film size is 4 × 5 inches, it may be easier to use the film holder. If you place the film directly on the document table, it may be difficult to pick up. 2. Load the slide or film with the base side down on the scanners document table in the transparency unit window, as shown to the right. 3. Close the transparency unit. Leave the nar[...]

65 Scanning Reflective Documents or Photographs When you return to scanning normal reflective documents (such as memos or photographs), you can turn off the transparency unit, then place documents between it and the document table. Remember to change the Document Source setting to Flatbed in EPSON TWAIN. Be aware that the entire document table will[...]

66 Unpacking the Auto Document Feeder When you unpack your auto document feeder (ADF), make sure you have all the parts shown to the right. Remove the protective materials from the ADF. Keep all the packing materials so you can use them for storage when you are using the auto document feeder. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your EPSON [...]

67 6. Attach the paper support to the ADF. 7. Turn on the scanner. For information on loading paper in the ADF and selecting driver settings, see Selecting Settings on page 69. Using the Auto Document Feeder Loading Paper into the Auto Document Feeder Your ADF can automatically load up to 20 sheets of the following paper sizes (based on a pap[...]

68 Check the following before feeding a document into the feeder: ■ Ink on the document is dry. ■ The document has no holes and is not ripped or wrinkled. ■ The document has no staples, paper clips, or other objects attached that might damage the feeder mechanism. ■ The document has no folds closer than 0.2 inch (5 mm) from its edge. ■ Th[...]

69 Selecting Settings Be sure to select Auto Document Feeder (ADF) in the Document Source setting in EPSON TWAIN. For more information on selecting driver settings, see the EPSON TWAIN Users Guide . Loading Documents Manually You can load documents manually even when the ADF is installed. Lift the ADF and place the document on the document table[...]

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71 Using the Perfection 1200U PHOTO The EPSON Perfection 1200U PHOTO scanner includes both hardware and software that simplifies the scanning and printing of photos, photo negatives, and transparencies. In addition to all the materials included with the Perfection 1200U scanner, the Perfection 1200U PHOTO adds the following: ■ A transparency unit[...]

72 Installing EPSON Instant Photo Print EPSON Instant Photo Print is included on its own CD-ROM that is Macintosh and Windows compatible. To install EPSON Instant Photo Print, follow these steps: 1. Turn on your computer. Disable any anti-virus programs. 2. Insert the EPSON Instant Photo Print CD-ROM in your drive. 3. If the EPSON window does not a[...]

73 Most of the screens shown in this section are for W indows, though the Macintosh version looks nearly identical. The instructions are the same. In Windows, click Start , Programs , EPSON Scanner , then choose Instant Photo Print . For the Macintosh, open the Instant Photo Print folder, then double-click the Instant Photo Print icon. The EPSON In[...]

74 Placing Film and Photos Once the software is running, place the film or photos you want to scan and print on the scanners document table, one at a time. You can scan photos and documents up to A4 size. With transparent originals, you can only scan 35 mm strip negative films (negatives) or mounted positive films (slides). Follow the inst[...]

75 Place the film holder on the document table, aligned with the upper right corner of the film adapter. ■ 35 mm Slides Place the 35 mm slide on the document table, facing down in the window of the transparency unit. The front side of the slide is the side on which the film makers name and film ID numbers are readable. Place this side down on [...]

76 Loading Paper in Your EPSON Printer You can load any of the media types and sizes shown in the EPSON Instant Photo Print window in your printer. Follow the paper loading instructions in your printer documentation. The types and sizes of paper that can be used with EPSON Instant Photo Print may vary depending on the version of the software you[...]

77 3. Select the size of your original and the layout you want to use from the Print Size list. 4. Specify the number of copies you want to print in the Number of copies box. 5. If you want to view a preview of how your image will print, click the Printout Preview icon. 6. Click the Print icon to start scanning and printing. To close EPSON Instant [...]

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79 Problems? Need Help? This chapter identifies the scanner parts including its light and buttons, and gives you the basics for diagnosing and solving scanner problems. For solutions to common setup and software problems, see Problems and Solutions on page 81. For more troubleshooting tips, see the Troubleshooting section of your electr[...]

80 Scanner Light The operate light indicates the status of the scanner. If an error occurs, the scanner stops operating and the operate light shows the type of error. Scanner operate light N = on, O = of f , F = flashing Scanner buttons Light status Color Scanner status F (slowly flashing) Green Initializing or busy scanning N Green R eady to scan [...]

81 Problems and Solutions If youre having problems, this section answers some of the most common questions. Setup Problems If your system doesnt recognize the scanner . . . ■ Make sure your scanner is turned on. If you opened your host application before you turned on your scanner, close your application and reopen it. ■ Check the USB cab[...]

82 If the scanner lid seems loose . . . This is normal. Your scanner has a self-adjusting cover that allows you to place thick documents on the document table glass without removing the cover. If youre having trouble scanning while using the optional equipment . . . ■ Make sure the option is correctly installed and connected to the scann[...]

83 4. If paper is still jammed inside the mechanism, open the cover to remove it. 5. After removing jammed paper, make sure that the cover is closed, and push the feeder mechanism down until it clicks into place. Software Problems If you cant open the EPSON TWAIN driver . . . ■ Check the USB cable connection. Also, make sure the scanners op[...]

84 If you need to reinstall your scanner software in Windows . . . Note: You must uninstall the EPSON scanner software before reinstalling it; the steps are included below. 1. Open the Windows Control Panel. 2. Double-click Scanners and Cameras . 3. Highlight the Perfection 1200 entry. 4. Click Remove to remove your scanner software. 5. Insert your[...]

85 Scanning Problems If the file size is too big . . . Adjust your scan settings. Try selecting a lower resolution (dpi), or scan only part of the image. If your scanned image is faint or has gaps . . . ■ Check the brightness. Decrease the software or drivers brightness setting. ■ Try adjusting the Gamma setting. ■ Check the condition of y[...]

86 If your scanned image is blurred or distorted . . . ■ Check the position and condition of your document. Make sure the document is placed flat against the scanners document table glass. If only part of the image is blurred, part of your document may be wrinkled or warped. ■ Make sure the document table glass is clean. ■ Make sure the sc[...]

87 If the edges of the document are not scanned . . . ■ Check the position of your source document. Adjust your documents position so that the image is within the glass area. ■ The document table has non-readable areas around the edges. If part of your document extends beyond the maximum limits marked on the document table edge guides, you m[...]

88 If straight lines in the image are jagged . . . The document may have been placed at an angle on the document table. Align it so that the horizontal and vertical lines are carefully aligned with the scales on the top and side of the document table. The image does not look the same as the original. ■ Your software settings are not correct for y[...]

89 Textured patterns of dots appear on areas of an image . . . You are using halftoning, which causes normal moiré patterns . Your scanner automatically minimizes the problem if you turn on De-screening in the Image Type dialog box. Colors on your monitor or printed page are different from those in the original image . . . ■ Because your monitor[...]

90 Color of negative film preview images looks odd . . . ■ Check that your scanner software settings are correct. See your electronic EPSON TWAIN Users Guide for details. ■ Make sure the narrow window at the top of the transparency unit is not covered. ■ Remember that the dark area around the film, such as the frame of the film holder, is [...]

91 Where To Get Help EPSON Technical Support EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day. The following tables list the contact information: Electronic support services Service Access World W ide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSONs Home Page at http://www.epson.c[...]

92 To speak to a technical support representative, dial (310) 974-1970 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to 6 PM , P acific Time, M onday through Friday. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Before you call, please have the following information ready: ■ Pr oduct name (EPSON P erfection 1200U) ■ Pr oduct serial number (located on the [...]

93 Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Scanner Specifications Basic Specifications Scanner type Flatbed, color Photoelectric device Color CCD line sensor Effective pixels 10200 × 14040 pixels at 1200 dpi, 100% scaling Maximum document size US letter or A4 size (8.5 inches × 11.7 inches [216 mm × 297 mm]) Up to leg[...]

94 Gamma correction 2 types for CRT display 3 types for printer 1 type for user-defined Color correction 1 type for CRT display 3 types for printer output (available in color byte sequence mode and color line sequence mode) 1 type for user-defined Interface USB (Type B receptacle connector) Light source White cold cathode fluorescent lamp Reliabili[...]

95 CE marking 230 V model Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC EN 60950 EMC Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 EN 50082-1 IEC 801-2 IEC 801-3 IEC 801-4 USB Interface Interface type Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.0 Configuration Electrical standard Full Speed mode (12Mbit/s) of Universal Serial Bus Specificatio[...]

96 Maximum readable area 3.6 × 4.6 inches ([93 × 118 mm] size of 4 × 5 inch film holder opening) Electrical Supply voltage: DC 24V ±10%V Rated current: 0.5A Reliability 10,000 hours for light source Environmental Operation: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Storage: 13 to 140 °F (25 to 60 °C) Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 10% to 8[...]

97 Operating conditions Ordinary office or home conditions; avoid extreme dust, operation under direct sunlight, and strong light sources. Reliability Load/eject: MCBF 20,000 sheets Hinge: MCBF 12,000 cycles Electrical Input voltage: DC 24V±10% DC 5V±5% Input current: 24V: 0.8 A 5V: 0.2 A Safety approvals UL 1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950 EN60950 (VDE) I[...]

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99 Index 35 mm film, loading , 62 4 × 5 inch film, loading , 63 A Accessories , 59 , 92 Adobe Acrobat Reader, using , 52 Adobe PhotoDeluxe , 26 to 34 Advanced window , 38 Attaching document cover , 54 Auto document feeder installing , 66 to 67 loading paper , 67 to 69 specifications , 96 to 97 unpacking , 66 B Base side , 61 Batch scanning , 49 Bl[...]

100 Installing auto document feeder , 66 to 67 creative software and electronic manuals , 19 to 20 scanner software , 13 to 18 transparency unit , 60 L Light, scanner , 79 to 81 Loading paper , 76 auto document feeder , 67 to 69 manually , 36 , 69 Loading slides and film on document table , 63 to 64 using film holders , 61 to 63 Lock, transportatio[...]

101 Scanning how to , 35 to 39 with Start button , 22 to 26 Screen calibration Macintosh , 18 Windows 98 , 15 Selecting a driver , 44 to 46 Service , 91 to 92 Settings, software , 46 Setup problems , 81 Slides, loading , 63 to 64 Software installation Macintosh , 16 to 20 Windows , 13 to 16 , 19 to 20 Software problems , 83 to 84 Software settings [...]

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103 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can rad[...]

104 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at: 20770 Madrona Avenue MS: B2-11 Torrance, CA 90503 Telephone: (310)782-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product i[...]

78 Declaration of Conformity Manufactur er: SEIKO EP SON CORPO RATION Addre ss: 3-5, Owa 3-chome , Suwa-sh i, Nagan o-ken 39 2-8502 Japan Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V. Address: Pro f. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amste lveen The Neth erlands Declares that the Pro duct: Product Name: Image Scanner Model: G752A/G752B Conforms to the following Dire[...]

EPSON AMERICA, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (Epson) warrants to the first end user customer of the Epson product enclosed with this limited warranty statement, that the product if purchas ed and used in the United States or Canada, conforms to the manufacturers specifications and will be free from defects in w[...]