User manual EPSON EXPRESSION 10000XL PRO REFERENCE GUIDE

[. . . ] Double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon on the desktop. You see this screen: 3 Double-click the Epson icon. 4 When you see this screen, select Install EPSON Scan, and then click the Install button. 5 6 Enter your name and password, if required, then click OK. On the next screen, click Install. continue 7 When the installation is done, click Quit. 8 To install ABBYY® FineReader® Sprint so you can convert documents into editable text, select Install ABBYY FineReader Sprint, and then click the Install button. Select Install Reference Guide, and then click the An icon for the guide is placed on your desktop. [. . . ] . Plug one end of the IEEE 1394 cable (not included) into the scanner's IEEE 1394 port. Then plug the other end into the IEEE 1394 port on your computer. 2 Slide the transportation lock (the tab over the AC connector) up to the Unlock position. 3 4 Plug the scanner's power cord into the AC connector. Then plug the other end into a grounded electrical outlet. Press the power button on the front of the scanner to turn it on. The green Ready light blinks for about 30 seconds during initialization, and then stays on when the scanner is ready to use. Power button Caution: If you turn off the scanner, wait at least 10 seconds before turning it back on. 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. 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. 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. 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. 6 7 8 9 10 In Photoshop Elements, click Edit > Color Settings > Full color management - optimized for Print, then click OK. Click the Show More Options box, then select Color Management from the drop-down box. Select Same as source to use Adobe RGB as your Print Space profile. Note: If you've built an ICC profile for your printer (including the specific print settings and type of paper you plan to use), you can select it 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 your own ICC profile for the printer, be sure to select the same printer settings and load the same paper that you used when creating the profile. Enhancing Your Photos EPSON Scan includes various filters to improve your photos, including Color Restoration and Dust Removal (for film). For details on using these features, see your User's Guide. Before and after Color Restoration Original photo Before and after Dust Removal 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. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]