Epson EXPRESSION 10000XL - Manual (Page 8)

CPD-18060R1
Getting the Most from
Your Scanner
Your scanner includes various features that enable you to create
professional, high-quality scans. It also includes bonus software such as
Adobe Photoshop Elements and ABBYY FineReader Sprint (described in
your User’s Guide), MonacoEZcolor (see below), and LaserSoft Imaging
Silverfast (Photo version of the scanner only).
Note: For detailed instructions, see the electronic manual for each software
application. The SilverFast CD-ROM also contains useful QuickTime®
tutorials. Some software may not be compatible with Windows Vista.
Managing Color
You can use MonacoEZcolor to calibrate your scanner and ensure that
printouts of scanned images closely match the originals. In this example, a
color profile is created for scanning reflective (paper) documents. If you are
planning to work with positive film or slides, you will also have to create a
profile for scanning transparencies.
Note: You can also use MonacoEZcolor to create profiles for your printer,
monitor, and digital camera. For details, see the on-screen guide included
with the software.
First, scan the target image using EPSON Scan:
1 Turn on your scanner, then place the reflective target included with
MonacoEZcolor face-down on the scanner glass. (Use the larger, 5 7
color chart as the target.) Put it in the upper-left corner of the glass, as
shown.
2 Open EPSON Scan.
3 Select Professional as the Mode at the top of
the screen. Then choose these settings:
• Document Type: Reflective
• Auto Exposure Type: Photo
• Image Type: 48-bit Color
• Resolution: 200 dpi
4 Click the Configuration button at the bottom of the screen, click the
Color tab, select No color correction, and then click OK.
5 Click the Preview button to prescan your image.
6 Draw a marquee around the target image so it looks like this.
7 Click Scan, then save your image as a TIFF file.
Next, load the scanned image into MonacoEZcolor:
1 Open MonacoEZcolor, then click
Create Input Profile.
2 Click the arrow button until you see the “Input the target” screen.
Then click the Load an Image button to import your scanned image.
Check it against the example images to verify that it looks correct.
3 Continue with the instructions on the screen to select the correct
reference file and give your profile a name—for example, “10000 refl”
to indicate that it’s for scanning reflective images with this scanner.
Now you are ready to scan a photo using your new color profile. In this
example, a photo is scanned into Adobe Photoshop Elements. (You can
install Photoshop Elements from the CD-ROM included with your scanner.)
1 Place your photo on the scanner, then open Photoshop Elements.
2 Click File > Import > EPSON Expression 10000XL.
3 Select 24-bit Color as the Image Type (Photoshop Elements does not
support 48-bit color). Then select any other settings appropriate for
your image.
4 Click the Configuration button, click the Color tab, and then click
ICM (for Windows) or ColorSync (for Macintosh).
5 For the Source, select the name of the profile you created for your
scanner. For the Target, select a working space that has a wide color
gamut, such as Adobe RGB, and then click OK.
6 Click the Preview button to prescan your image. Marquee-select just
the area of the image you want to scan.
7 Click the Auto Adjust button to apply your color profile. (The button
is located near the bottom of the main EPSON Scan screen; you may
have to scroll down to see it.) Then click Scan.
8 When scanning completes, close EPSON Scan to view your scanned
image in Photoshop Elements.
Note: The target profile you selected is embedded in the scanned
image.
9 In Photoshop Elements, click Edit > Color Settings > Full color
management, then click OK.
10 Click File > Print. Click the Show More Options box. Select Same as
source to use Adobe RGB as your Print Space profile.
Note: If you have ICC profiles for your printer (including the specific
print settings and type of paper you plan to use), you can select the
appropriate printer profile instead.
Now you are ready to print your scanned image. Make sure your printer’s
color management settings are turned off in your printer software before
you begin. If you’re using an ICC profile for the printer, be sure to select the
same printer settings and load the paper specified in the profile.
Enhancing Your
Photos
EPSON Scan includes various
filters to improve your photos,
including Color Restoration and
Dust Removal. For details on
using these features, see your
User’s Guide
.
Questions?
User’s Guide
See your User’s Guide to get more information about using
your scanner software, enhancing image quality, scanning
film, and installing optional equipment. You’ll also find
troubleshooting and maintenance instructions.
Electronic Reference Guide
To open the guide, double-click the Expression 10000XL Reference Guide
icon on your desktop. The guide contains additional information about using
your scanner.
On-screen Help for EPSON Scan and bonus software
Click the Help button or question mark that appears on the screen when
you’re using EPSON Scan or any of the bonus software that came with
your scanner.
Epson Technical Support
• Internet Support
Visit Epson’s support website at epson.com/support and select your
product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and
documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson
with your questions.
• To Speak to a Support Representative
Dial (562) 276-4382 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to 6 PM , Pacific
Time, Monday through Friday. Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Before you call, please have the following information ready:
• Product name (Epson Expression 10000XL)
• Product serial number (located on the back of scanner)
• Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase
• Computer configuration
• Description of the problem
Software Technical Support
* Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Epson is a registered trademark and Exceed Your Vision is a trademark of Seiko Epson
Corporation. Expression is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc.
General Notice: Other product names are for identification purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
© 2007 Epson America, Inc. 2/07
Printed in USA
Optional Equipment
Use these accessories to increase the versatility and productivity of your
scanner.
Transparency unit (B12B813362)
Lets you scan slides, filmstrips, and
negatives in a variety of formats. Included
with the Photo version of the scanner.
Automatic document feeder (B813212)
Lets you scan multipage documents,
single- or double-sided. Useful for scanning
text for editing.
Network Image Express interface card
(B12B808393)
Connects the scanner to your network,
making it accessible to multiple users.
You can purchase supplies and accessories from an Epson authorized
reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 1-800-GO-EPSON (1-800-463-7766).
Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or
www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Telephone and Fax*
U.S.: (562) 276-4382
Canada: (905) 709-3839
6:00
AM to 6:00 PM , Pacific
Time, Monday through
Friday
(510) 226-6717
9:00
AM to 6:00 PM , Pacific
Time, Monday through
Friday
Fax: (510) 226-6069
(206) 675-6126
6:00
AM to 5:00 PM , Pacific
Time, Monday through
Friday (pay support)
(978) 749-9944
9:00
AM to 5:00 PM , Eastern
Time, Monday through
Friday
(941) 383-7496
9:00
AM to 5:30 PM , Eastern
Time, Monday through
Friday (pay support)
Fax: (941) 387-7574
Online and E-mail
epson.com/support
www.abbyyusa.com
[email protected]
www.adobe.com/support
[email protected]
www.monacosys.com/
support.html
[email protected]
www.SilverFast.com
[email protected]
Software
EPSON Scan
ABBYY FineReader
Sprint
Adobe Photoshop
Elements
Monaco Systems
MonacoEZcolor
LaserSoft Imaging
SilverFast (Photo
version of the
scanner only)
Before and after Color Restoration
Before and after Dust Removal
Problems?
If your problem is listed here, try these suggestions.
If you have not yet installed
the software, click Cancel and
disconnect the scanner. Follow the
steps on the other side of this sheet.
Contact the software vendors listed
on the right for Windows Vista
support information.
Click the in the corner of the
message to close it. Your scanner will
work correctly.
Make sure the scanner is plugged
into your computer, connected to a
power source, and turned on. If you
just turned on the scanner, wait until
the Ready light stops blinking and
remains on.
If you’re using a USB hub, try
connecting the scanner directly
to one of the USB ports on your
computer.
The New Hardware Wizard
appears on your screen.
The bonus software
included with your
scanner doesn’t work with
Windows Vista
You see a message about
a HI-SPEED USB device in
Windows XP.
You see an error message
when you try to scan, or
the scanner doesn’t scan.
continue
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