EPSON ® ES-300C User's Manual FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN 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 radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: . Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna . Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver . Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected . Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING The connection of a non-shielded interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. FOR CANADIAN USERS This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le present appareil num6rique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables au appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radio6lectriques edicte par le Minis&e des Communications du Canada. 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Copyright Q 1990 by Epson America, Inc. Torrance, California ii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the outside of the unit. 4. Do not use this product near water. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 7. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pm. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug. 9. Do not locate this product where the cord will be walked on. iii 10. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes. 11. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 12. Except as specifically explained in the User's Manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing those covers that are marked "Do Not Remove" may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in those compartments to service personnel. 13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. iv CONTENTS Introduction Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the ES300C With Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 2 2 3 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Scanner Unpacking the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Choosing a Place for the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assembling the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scanner Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Testing the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting Up Your Application Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-8 1-10 1-13 1-14 Chapter 2 Using the Scanner Operating the Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Document Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preparing Scanner Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scanning an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Scanner Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tips on Using the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 3 Maintaining and Transporting the Scanner Cleaning the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transporting the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 2-2 2-5 2-10 2-11 2-12 2-18 3-1 3-2 3-4 V Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Problems and Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix A Technical Specifications Scanner Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 4-2 4-5 A-1 A-2 A-7 Appendix B Connecting the Scanner to a PC B-1 Using the Parallel Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2 Appendix C Connecting the Scanner to a Macintosh Using the SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the SCSI Interface Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the Scanner to the SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . Removing the SCSI Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix D Direct Print Function About Direct Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the DIP Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preparing for a Direct Print Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting a Direct Print Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tips for Direct Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glossary Index C-1 C-2 C-6 C-10 C-14 D-1 D-2 D-4 D-10 D-16 D-18 vi INTRODUCTION The Epson ES300C is a flatbed image scanner combining high performance and reliability with a wide range of features to provide full color or gray-scale monochrome scanning. The scanner's color and gray-scale capabilities make it ideal for applications such as desktop publishing, computer graphics, computer presentations, and software development. The scanner's compact and streamlined design make it easy to add to your office or home computer system. ® Features In addition to high-quality scanning and ease of operation, the ES300C offers the following features: Full color or gray-scale monochrome scanning Up to 256 gradation tones per pixel per color A maximum scanning area of 8.5 inches by 11.7 inches, providing for U.S. letter-size paper Nineteen scanning resolutions from 50 dots per inch to 600 dots per inch A zoom function that allows you to reduce or enlarge the image size from 50 percent to 200 percent in one percent increments Various image processing features, including gamma correction and color correction, for better image reproduction Software-controllable scanner functions A direct print function that lets you use the scanner as a simple color copier Two interfaces to suit your computer system: with an IBM compatible computer, you use the bidirectional parallel ® interface; with a Macintosh computer, you use the optional SCSI interface. Introduction 1 ® Introduction Using the ES-300C With Your Computer To use the scanner, you need a software package to read the scanned images. Programs are available from your Epson dealer for use with IBM compatible computers and Macintosh computers. Other graphics programs and scanner utilities also support the ES300C. Be sure to choose a program that lets you use all the sophisticated features of the scanner. About This Manual This user's manual provides fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions on setting up and maintaining your Epson scanner. Chapter 1 contains information on setting up the scanner, including unpacking and testing. Be sure to read and follow these instructions first. Chapter 2 provides important information on operating the scanner and using the scanner functions. Chapter 3 describes general maintenance and transportation of the scanner. Chapter 4 contains troubleshooting information. If the scanner does not operate properly, see this chapter for a list of problems and solutions. Appendix A provides the technical specifications for the scanner. Appendix B describes the bidirectional parallel interface board and includes instructions on how to connect the scanner to an IBM compatible computer. 2 Introduction Introduction l Appendix C describes the SCSI interface board and includes instructions on how to connect the scanner to a Macintosh. Appendix D contains information on how to use the direct print function. l At the end of this manual, you will find a glossary of terms and an index. Conventions used in this manual WARNINGS must be followed to avoid bodily injury. I 0 l CAUTIONS must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your scanner. 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