Epson 15000 User Manual
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Epson® GT-15000 User's Guide - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 2
product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 3
USB Interface Connecting the Scanner to a SCSI Interface Installing the Software Chapter 2 HOW TO SCAN Placing Your Original Document Scanning to a File With EPSON Scan Basic Scanning in Home Mode Scanning in Office Mode Advanced Scanning in Professional Mode Scanning Documents With PaperPort Deluxe - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 4
Document Feeder 45 Fixing Document Jams 47 Installing the IEEE 1394 FireWire Scanner Interface Card 48 Installing the Network Image Express Card 50 Chapter 2 MAINTENANCE 53 Cleaning the Scanner 53 Transporting the Scanner 54 Chapter 5 SOLVING PROBLEMS 55 Diagnosing Scanner Problems - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 5
Appendix A SPECIFICATIONS 67 Appendix B REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 71 System Requirements 71 Important Safety Instructions 72 FCC Compliance Statement 73 Declaration of Conformity 74 Warranty 74 INDEX 77 Contents 5 - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 6
6 Contents - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 7
resolution and 11.7 × 17-inch scan bed let you quickly capture incredibly sharp images from practically any size source document. About Your Scanner Your Epson GT-15000 scanner includes many advanced features: ■ 48-bit color depth and 600 × 1200 optical resolution let you capture crisp, clean text - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 8
for progressive levels of control over your scanned image. ■ Captiva® ISIS Driver The Image and Scanner Interface Specification (ISIS) is a flexible, modular standard for acquiring, viewing, converting, printing, and storing document images. ■ ABBYY FineReader® 5.0 Sprint A powerful, easy-to-use OCR - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 9
> EPSON > GT-15000 Guide > Reference Guide). ■ On-Screen Help For more information about any of the software that came with your scanner, click the Help button or access the Help menu. ■ Electronic Documents FineReader Sprint, PaperPort Deluxe, and Photoshop Elements all include electronic manuals - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 10
10 Welcome - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 11
the following procedures: ■ Unpacking the scanner ■ Turning the scanner on and off ■ Connecting the scanner to your computer ■ Installing the software Unpacking the Scanner Remove the scanner from the box and make sure you have these items: Scanner Software CD-ROM Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 12
to shocks and vibrations, or high or rapidly changing temperatures and humidity. ■ Make sure there's enough room behind the scanner for the cables, and above the scanner so you can fully raise the document cover. 23 inches (573 mm) 6 inches (150 mm) or more 18 inches (458 mm) 5 inches (132) mm 26 - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 13
. Transportation lock 4. Press the . Power button on the front of the scanner to turn it on. The green Ready light starts flashing. 5. Wait until see the next section to connect the scanner to your computer, and then install the software as described on page 16. Ready light . Power button - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 14
system. For information about installing and using the optional IEEE 1394 (FireWire) card or Epson Network Image Express card, see Chapter 3, "Using Optional Equipment". Connecting to a USB Interface 1. Make sure the scanner is off. 2. Plug the flat end of the USB cable into any available USB - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 15
order to use the SCSI connection, you need to make sure your computer has a SCSI board and any necessary SCSI software installed. Then follow these steps to connect the scanner: 1. Make sure the scanner is off. 2. If you have another SCSI device that uses SCSI ID 2, turn the SCSI ID switch on the - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 16
turn off any virus protection programs. 2. Make sure the scanner is OFF. Note: If you see a screen like either of the ones below, click Cancel and turn off the scanner. You can't install your software that way. 3. Insert the Epson GT-15000 Software CD. 4. When you see the antivirus message, click - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 17
6. Click Install and follow any instructions on the screen to install EPSON Scan and the other software applications. This will take a few minutes. If you have Windows XP, during the installation you'll see a screen asking if you want to restart your computer. Select No, I will restart my computer - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 18
18 Getting Started - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 19
mode to scan multi-page documents on the optional automatic document feeder. ■ Professional Mode: Lets you manually configure advanced image settings, including the histogram setting, tone, color depth, balance, saturation, brightness, and contrast. You can use EPSON Scan either in a "standalone - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 20
explains how to position documents or photos on the document table for scanning. Note: If you're scanning a multi-page document using the optional automatic document feeder, see "Scanning With the Automatic Document Feeder" on page 45. 1. Raise the scanner cover and place your document face down in - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 21
choose your scanner. Click EPSON GT-15000 and click OK. 2. Choose a mode from the Mode list at the top of the EPSON Scan window. (See page 19 for descriptions of the three modes.) 3. Continue with the instructions for your mode: ■ Home Mode on page 22 ■ Office Mode on page 24 ■ Professional Mode on - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 22
Basic Scanning in Home Mode After you start EPSON Scan and choose Home Mode, you see this window: Select Home Mode Follow these steps to select your scan settings: 1. Click Preview to see a preview of your scan. 22 How To Scan - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 23
marquees, see page 37. Auto Detect button 3. Choose a Document Type setting in the EPSON Scan window that is appropriate for your scan. 4. Choose an Image Type setting: ■ Color for color scans ■ Grayscale for scans of black-and-white photos or images ■ Black&White for text or line art 5. Choose - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 24
Scanning in Office Mode After you start EPSON Scan and choose Office Mode, you see this window: Select Office Mode Follow these steps to select your scan settings: 1. Click Preview to see a preview of your scan. 24 How To Scan - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 25
37. Auto Detect button 3. Make any of these adjustments in the EPSON Scan window, as necessary: ■ Select the appropriate Image Type: Color, Grayscale, or Black&White. ■ In the Destination box, you can change the Document Source (to ADF for example), Size, Orientation, or Resolution (50 to 1200 dpi - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 26
on using marquees, see page 37. 3. In the EPSON Scan window, choose the Auto Exposure Type: Photo to optimize exposure for photos, or Document to optimize exposure for printed material. 4. Either click Scan to complete your scan, or continue with the instructions in the next section to fine-tune it - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 27
Auto Adjust is on (the default), your software detects and analyzes the image with the document settings you've specified to determine the optimum tone curve for specific effects or to change the tone curve manually. Image Adjustment - Click this button to adjust the color balance, saturation - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 28
For faded photographs, you can select Color Restoration to restore the colors. 9. Click Scan, then see step 5 on page 21 for instructions on saving your scanned image. Scanning Documents With PaperPort Deluxe The PaperPort Deluxe software included with your scanner lets you scan and manage a variety - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 29
settings on the left side of the screen: 3. Select EPSON GT-15000 and Document. Make sure you don't select WIA-EPSON GT-15000. 4. Click the Scan button. EPSON Scan opens. Scan button 5. Choose Office Mode from the Mode list at the top of the EPSON Scan window. If you see a warning message about - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 30
see the EPSON Scan Office Mode settings: 6. Choose an Image Type: ■ Color for documents with color ■ Grayscale for documents with grayscale images or black and white photos ■ Black&White for plain text documents 7. Click Preview. 8. Click the Auto Detect button in the preview window to automatically - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 31
Scanning Text for Editing The ABBYY FineReader Sprint software included with your scanner lets you convert almost any printed document to text you can edit. Place your document(s) on the scanner as described on page 20. Then follow these steps to scan text for editing: 1. To start ABBYY FineReader, - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 32
5.0 Sprint User's Guide. Scanning Photographs With Adobe Photoshop Elements Adobe Photoshop Elements provides a variety of powerful tools for image editing, along with recipes and step-by-step instructions for using the tools. First, place your photo or photos on the scanner as described on page - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 33
2. Click Start From Scratch. 3. Select Import from the File menu and then select EPSON GT-15000. EPSON Scan opens: 4. Choose the Home Mode from the Mode list at the top of the EPSON Scan window. (If you want to use the Professional Mode, see page 26.) 5. Click the Preview button to see a preview of - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 34
7. In the EPSON Scan window, choose Photograph in the Document Type list. 8. Choose Color, Grayscale, or Black&White for the Image Type. 9. Choose a Destination setting: ■ Screen/Web if you will only view your image on the screen ■ Printer if you're printing the image ■ Other if you want to specify - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 35
computer. For instructions on network scanning, see your on-screen Reference Guide. First, place your document or photo on the scanner as described on page 20. Then follow these steps to use the a Start button: 1. Press the a Start button. If you're using Windows 98, Me, or 2000, EPSON Scan opens - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 36
of devices and click Properties. If you're using Windows Me, right-click the EPSON GT-15000 icon and select Properties. 4. Select the Events tab. You see a window like the one on the right: 5. Make sure Start Button is selected under Scanner events. 6. Click the checkbox for the application you want - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 37
button Currently selected marquee ■ To automatically create a marquee around the entire image (and cut out the document table area) click the Auto Detect button. ■ To select the area to scan, click and drag in the preview window. A marquee appears around the selection. ■ To move the marquee, move - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 38
final output device. If you want to print the image in its original size (1:1 ratio), scan it at 300 dpi. To enlarge photographs or scan documents for your OCR software application, select a resolution of 400 to 600 dpi. If you're scanning an image to view on-screen, choose 96 dpi. 38 How To Scan - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 39
just the area that you want to scan with a marquee (see page 37). This will let the scanner software choose the optimum color and exposure settings for that part of the image. If there is a border around your image or if the document cover is in the scanning area, this may adjust the exposure and - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 40
40 How To Scan - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 41
Chapter 3 Using Optional Equipment Three options are available for the Epson GT-15000: ■ Automatic document feeder (B813212) ■ Epson IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card (B808342) ■ Epson Network Image Express scanner interface card (B12B808393) You can purchase these accessories from an - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 42
to 100 sheets at a time, either one-sided or two-sided. When you unpack the automatic document feeder, make sure you have the parts shown below. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your Epson dealer, or call Epson at (562) 276-4382 (in the United States) or (905) 709-3839 (in Canada - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 43
and possibly injuring you. 3. Make sure the document table is clean and free of dust. 4. Attach the two smaller feet to the automatic document feeder, as shown on the right: 5. Insert the two installation screws into the holes on the back of the scanner, then tighten the screws with the screwdriver - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 44
: Have someone help you lift the automatic document feeder. 7. Secure the knobs to the ends of the installation screws using the screwdriver. Make sure the base of the feeder is flush against the back of the scanner. 8. Attach the cable to the scanner's ADF connector and tighten the screws. 44 Using - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 45
the ink on the document is dry. ■ Make sure the document has no holes, cut-outs, wrinkles, tears, carbon coating, staples, or other attachments. ■ Make sure the document is not folded near the edges and is not a multi-part form. ■ Do not place photos or valuable original artwork in the feeder. These - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 46
path or the pages may jam. 3. Move the edge guide so it touches the edge of your paper. 4. Scan your document. Follow these guidelines to use EPSON Scan: ■ Select the Office Mode from the Mode list. ■ Select ADF-Single-sided or ADF-Double-sided as the Document Source. ■ If you want to scan only part - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 47
still scan individual pages, if you want. Just lift the automatic document feeder and place your document face down on the document table. Select Document Table as the Document Source in EPSON Scan. Be sure to close the automatic document feeder before scanning. If you open it while scanning, you'll - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 48
is ready, EPSON Scan may stop responding. If this happens, restart your computer. Installing the IEEE 1394 FireWire Scanner Interface Card The IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card (B808342) offers high-speed image transfer and flexible connectivity for your scanner. It supports a peak data - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 49
the two screws securing the shield plate to the scanner's optional interface slot. Then remove the plate. Put . 4. Push gently until the card is firmly seated. 5. Tighten the retaining screws and reconnect the scanner's cables. 6. Plug one end of the IEEE 1394 cable into the IEEE 1394 port on the - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 50
supports 10BaseT/100BaseT full and half duplex networks. Any computer on the network that has the EPSON Scan software installed can scan and import a document from the Epson GT-15000. For information on setting up and using the scanner on a network, see your on-screen Epson GT-15000 Reference Guide - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 51
7. Wait until the red and green lights turn off, then turn off the scanner. 8. Connect an Ethernet cable to the connector on the card. Make sure you information on configuring the scanner for your network, see the Epson Network Image Express Card User's Guide that came with the card. Using - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 52
52 Using Optional Equipment - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 53
or electronic components. This could permanently damage them. Never open the scanner case. If you think repairs or adjustments are necessary, consult your dealer or contact Epson. Unplug the scanner and refer servicing to qualified service personnel if the power cord or plug is damaged, if liquid - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 54
it for an extended time. 1. If you're using the automatic document feeder, remove it from the scanner and replace the scanner cover. Warning: Make sure you have someone help you lift the automatic document feeder. 2. Turn on the scanner and wait until the carriage moves left to the home position - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 55
: It's a good idea to check Epson's support web site periodically for possible updates to your scanner software. Visit http://support.epson.com and check to see if there is new software available, free of charge, for downloading to your computer. Download instructions are posted for your convenience - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 56
your scanning software. Try scanning again. Error and Ready lights are both off. Make sure your scanner is connected to a working outlet, then press the . Power button. Restart your computer. If the green Ready light doesn't come on, there may be a problem with the automatic document feeder, or - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 57
lights are off, make sure the feeder is closed. Turn off the scanner, then reconnect the feeder to the ADF connector on the back of the scanner. Turn the scanner back on and restart your computer. ■ If you're using the automatic document feeder, make sure a document is loaded, and pages are not - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 58
If all else fails, uninstall and reinstall your software as described on page 64. ■ If you are using the automatic document feeder, make sure the base of the feeder is flush against the back of the scanner. The scanner doesn't scan your image. ■ Make sure the scanner is ready to scan. Wait until the - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 59
in EPSON Scan. You can't scan multiple images. ■ Position photos or documents at least an inch apart. ■ Make sure the application you are using supports multiple image scanning. Pages jam in the automatic document feeder. Remove the jammed pages, following the instructions on page 47. The scanner - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 60
all else fails, uninstall your software, then reinstall it. You can't select ADF as the Document Source (Office Mode or Professional Mode). ■ Make sure the optional automatic document feeder is installed correctly and securely connected to the ADF connector on the back of the scanner. If you need to - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 61
scanner is on a flat, stable surface. The edges of the document aren't scanned. ■ Don't place your document right up against the edges of the document table. Move the document about a quarter of an inch away from the edges. ■ If colors are patchy or distorted at the edges of the image, the document - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 62
. A line of dots is missing from the image. ■ When a line of dots is missing from the scanned image on your screen, the scanner sensor has malfunctioned. Contact Epson. ■ When a line of dots is missing from your printouts, your printer has malfunctioned. See your printer manual. 62 Solving Problems - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 63
in your scanner software determine the size of the printed image. Check the Target Size setting in EPSON Scan. The image doesn't scan, or you get only a few dots for the scanned image. ■ Make sure the document is face down on the document table. ■ If you're using the automatic document feeder, make - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 64
Epson provides these technical support services: Service Internet support Automated Telephone Support Access Visit Epson's support website at http://support.epson.com and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 65
you call for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson GT-15000) ■ 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 Then call: ■ U.S.: (562 - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 66
66 Solving Problems - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 67
A Specifications Scanner General Scanner type Flatbed, color Photoelectric device Color Matrix CCD™ line sensor Monochrome line sensor Effective pixels 7020 × 10200 pixels (600 dpi) Color depth 48-bit internal/24-bit external Grayscale depth 16-bit internal/8-bit external Maximum document size - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 68
downloadable dither patterns) Gamma correction 2 types for CRT display 3 types for printer 1 type user-defined Color correction 1 type for CRT display 3 types for printer (available in color byte sequence mode and color VAC 68 Specifications Rated frequency 75 W with ADF unit Standby: - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 69
-13 to 140 °F (-25 to 60 °C) Humidity (without condensation) Operating: 10 to 80% Standby: 10 to 85% ADF Connector Interface type For use with the optional automatic document feeder (B813212) Output voltage 21.6 to 26.4 VDC 4.75 to 5.25 VDC Output current 0.6 A (24 V) 0.3 A (5 V) Specifications 69 - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 70
the USB port on the scanner Software: Initialized when the software sends the Esc @ command or the scanner receives a Bus Reset from the USB interface Automatic Document Feeder (B813212) General Paper input/ 22.8 to 25.2 VDC 4.75 to 5.25 VDC Input current 24 V: 1.5 A 5 V: 0.4 A 70 Specifications - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 71
resolution images, you need more than the minimum available hard disk space. Note: Color and tone reproduction are subject to the display capability of your computer system, including the video card, monitor, and software. See the documentation for these products for details. ■ A Microsoft Windows - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 72
all warnings and instructions marked on the scanner. ■ Unplug the scanner before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Don't spill liquid on the scanner. Use a soft, dry cloth or a compressed air spray designed for cleaning electronic equipment to clean dust from the document table glass. ■ Do - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 73
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 or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 74
Trade Name: Type of Product: Model: Product: Epson Image Scanner J151A Epson GT-15000 Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc., ("Epson") warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Epson product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 75
such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or service other than by an Epson Authorized Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service, you will be held responsible for costs incurred. THE - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 76
76 Requirements and Notices - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 77
-sided scanning, 46 fixing document jams, 47 to 48 installing, 43 to 45 loading pages, 45 problems, 47 to 48, 56, 60 purchasing, 41, 65 specifications, 70 using, 45 to 47 B Blurred image, 61 Brightness setting, 23, 25, 27, 30, 34, 60 Buttons, 56 C Cleaning the scanner, 53 Color problems, 62 to 63 - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 78
, 16 to 17 support, 65 using, 28 to 30 Photoshop Elements, 32, 65 Power, turning off, 13 Power, turning on, 13 Preview window, 37 Problems automatic document feeder, 47 to 48, 56, 60 color, 62 to 63 image quality, 60 to 63 previewing scan, 59 scanner, 57 to 59 software, 60 Professional Mode, 19, 21 - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 79
connecting to, 15 interface specifications, 69 problems, 58 Service, 64 to 65 Software installing, 16 to 17 problems, 60 uninstalling, 64 Specifications automatic document feeder, 70 electrical, 68 environmental, 68 FireWire card, 69 scanner, 67 to 70 Start button, 35 to 36 Support, 64 to 65 System - Epson 15000 | User Manual - Page 80
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