Epson GT-5500- Manuals

Page 2 - Scanner Parts

document cover SCSI ID rotary switch Scanner Parts Proof Sign-off:E. Ohtera _______ D. Grady _______ carriage (in the home position) document table OPERATE button RESET button lights 01 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * ON SW SCSI SCSI AC inlet SCSI interface connectors storage hole terminator switch transportation...

Page 3 - Color Image Scanner; User’s Guide

® GT-5500 Color Image Scanner All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrievalsystem, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSONCORPORATION. No ...

Page 4 - Declaration of Conformity; SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION; ii

Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392 Japan Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V. Address: Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen The Netherlands Declares that the Product: Product Name: Image Scanner Type Name: GT-5500 ...

Page 5 - Contents; Introduction; iii

Contents Introduction Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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Chapter 2 Using Your Scanner Lights and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Placing a Document on the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4Removing the Cover for Thick or Large Documents . . . . . . . 2-6Sizing Up Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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L GT-5500 Rev.C A5 size Frontmatter July-18-97 Pass 0, DR vi

Page 9 - Features; The EPSON GT-5500 scanner offers the following features:; Options

Introduction Features The EPSON GT-5500 scanner offers the following features: ❑ Maximum optical resolution of 400 dots per inch (dpi), 30-bit(for input, 24-bit for output), single/triple pass graphics scanner. ❑ Small and light body with A4 or letter size scanning area. ❑ Twice the scan speed of th...

Page 10 - Important Safety Instructions

SCSI System Cable (25-pin to 50-pin) (B860081)This cable provides a connection between a SCSI device and anApple ® Macintosh ® computer. SCSI Peripheral Cable (50-pin to 50-pin) (B860091)This cable provides a connection between two SCSI devices in adaisy chain. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes w Warnin...

Page 11 - Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.

❑ Connect all equipment to properly grounded poweroutlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit asphotocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch onand off. ❑ Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed. ❑ If you use an extension cord with the scanner, make sure thetotal ampere r...

Page 12 - For United Kingdom Users; Safety information; This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating

For United Kingdom Users Safety information w Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltagecorresponds to the supply voltage. Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the foll...

Page 13 - Chapter 1; Setting Up the Scanner

Chapter 1 Setting Up the Scanner Proof Sign-off:E. Ohtera _______ D. Grady _______ Choosing a Place for the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Removing the Transportation Screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Plugging In the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Initia...

Page 14 - Choosing a Place for the Scanner; Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

Choosing a Place for the Scanner Follow the guidelines listed below when selecting a location foryour scanner: ❑ Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface. The scanner willnot operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle. ❑ Place the scanner close enough to the computer for theinterface cable t...

Page 15 - Removing the Transportation Screw; Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface with its rear panel

Removing the Transportation Screw Before connecting the scanner to a power source, you mustremove the transportation screw. 1. Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface with its rear panel facing you. 2. Remove the screw located in the middle of the rear panel by turning it counter-clockwise, as s...

Page 16 - Plugging In the Scanner; Make sure that the scanner is turned off. It is off when the

Plugging In the Scanner 1. Make sure that the scanner is turned off. It is off when the OPERATE button protrudes from the surface of the front panel. 2. Connect the power cable to the power inlet on the rear of the scanner and plug the other end into a properly groundedoutlet. c Caution:It is not po...

Page 17 - Initialization

Initialization Before connecting the scanner to your computer, follow thesteps below to make sure that the scanner is operating properly. 1. Open the document cover so you can see the operation of the scanner during initialization (startup). 2. Turn on the scanner by pressing the OPERATE button. The...

Page 18 - Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer; Understanding SCSI connections

Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer For PC users: If your PC does not have a SCSI board installed, you need toinstall one according to the directions that come with the SCSIboard. If your PC already has a SCSI board, connect the scanneras described in the next section. Note:If you use Windows 95...

Page 19 - and; terminator; Setting the SCSI ID number; The scanner’s default SCSI ID number is 2.

SCSI Cables Before purchasing a SCSI cable or setting up your SCSI daisychain, be sure your SCSI cable(s) has the right combination of50-pin and 25-pin connectors. The combination you need variesdepending on the maker of your SCSI device and SCSIinterface board. SCSI ID and terminator Each device ha...

Page 20 - Setting the terminator switch

ID Availability Description 0 Not available for Macintosh Used for hard disk Not recommended forWindows Usually used for hard disk 1 Not recommended Usually used for hard disk 2 Factory setting of the scanner 3 Not available if your Macintoshhas a built-in CD-ROM 4 5 6 7 Not available for Macintosh ...

Page 22 - Connecting the scanner; Make sure the scanner, computer, and all other SCSI devices

Connecting the scanner Connect the scanner to your computer or to another SCSIdevice as follows: Note:The combination of 50-pin and 25-pin connectors you need variesdepending on the maker of your SCSI device and SCSI interface board. 1. Make sure the scanner, computer, and all other SCSI devices are...

Page 25 - Chapter 2; Using Your Scanner

Chapter 2 Using Your Scanner Proof Sign-off:E. Ohtera _______ D. Grady _______ Lights and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Placing a Document on the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Removing the Cover for Thick or Large Documents . . . . . . 2-6 Sizing Up Yo...

Page 26 - Lights and Buttons; The scanner has three indicator lights and two buttons.

This chapter shows you how the scanner operates. The basicprocedure for scanning is as follows. 1. Turn on the scanner. (Keep in mind the ’Power-on sequence’ on page 1-11.) 2. Place the document or material you want to scan on the document table. (This is described in detail on page 2-4.) 3. Run the...

Page 27 - Lights; Indicator; Buttons; Button

Lights Indicator Printer Status ERROR (red) o / f An error occurred. This light, along with theREADY light, indicates thetype of error as shown onpage 3-4. READY (green) o Ready to scan images. o / f Along with the ERROR light,indicates the type of error.See page 3-4 fortroubleshooting information. ...

Page 28 - Placing a Document on the Scanner

Placing a Document on the Scanner Before scanning a document:Remember to respect the rights of copyright owners. Do not scanpublished text or images without first checking the copyright status. 1. Turn on the scanner, if necessary, by pressing the OPERATE button. The OPERATE light comes on. 2. Turn ...

Page 30 - Removing the Cover for Thick or Large Documents

Note: ❑ Make sure the document is flat against the glass surface;otherwise the scanner cannot properly focus and scan yourimage. Also, make sure to close the document cover. Thisprevents interference from external light. ❑ Always keep the document table clean. See “Cleaning theScanner” in Chapter 3....

Page 31 - Sizing Up Your System; RAM and hard disk size

When you are finished scanning, reattach the document coverby pushing straight down on the back of it until it clicks intoplace. c Caution:Make sure that both of the cover’s notches are directly abovethe clips on the scanner before pushing the cover down intoplace; otherwise you may damage the cover...

Page 33 - Chapter 3; Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Chapter 3 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Proof Sign-off:E. Ohtera _______ G. Grady _______ Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Cleaning the scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2Replacing the fluorescent lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-...

Page 34 - Maintenance; Cleaning the scanner; Clean the outer case with mild detergent diluted in water.

Maintenance Cleaning the scanner To keep your scanner operating at its best, you should clean itperiodically, as described below. 1. Unplug the power cable. 2. Clean the outer case with mild detergent diluted in water. 3. If the glass of the document table gets dirty, clean it with a soft dry cloth....

Page 35 - Replacing the fluorescent lamps; READY; Transporting the Scanner; Turn on the scanner and wait until the carriage moves to the

Replacing the fluorescent lamps The luminosity of the fluorescent lamps declines over time. Ifthe lamps break or become too dim to operate normally, thescanner stops working and both the READY and ERROR lights flash. When this happens, the lamp assembly must be replaced.For details, contact your dea...

Page 36 - Problems and Solutions; This section divides scanner problems into three categories:; Error indicators; If an error occurs, the scanner stops operating and the

Problems and Solutions This section divides scanner problems into three categories: Error indicators ................page 3-4Operating problems ........ page 3-5Quality problems .............page 3-7 See the table in “Error indicators” first, and if the informationthere does not help you solve the p...

Page 37 - Operating problems; Press the; The; Make sure that the

Operating problems The problems you may have while using the scanner ofteninvolve the operation of your software and computer.Operation problems usually occur because of: ❑ Incorrect setup of the interface (see Chapter 1). ❑ Inappropriate selection of the scanner functions (see yoursoftware manual)....

Page 38 - The scanner software does not work properly.; Be sure you have correctly installed your software.

Make sure that you have selected the correct interface port andsettings with your software. Also make sure the interface boardin your computer is properly installed. Make sure that the terminator and SCSI ID are correctly set up.See page 1-7. If you have other expansion boards in your computer, make...

Page 39 - Quality problems; The entire image is distorted or blurred.

Quality problems The entire image is distorted or blurred. Make sure that the document is placed flat against thedocument table. You may have accidentally moved the document duringscanning. Check the position of the document and do not moveit while the scanner is operating. See that the scanner is n...

Page 40 - The image is faint or out of focus.; Check the Gamma setting in your software.; The image is too dark.

If part of the document extends beyond the document table,that edge may not be in contact with the document table.Change the position of the document. The image is faint or out of focus. Check that the document is placed flush against the documenttable. Check the Gamma setting in your software. Chec...

Page 41 - A line of dots is always missing in the scanned image.

If you are importing an image file into your applicationsoftware, make sure the file format is one your software canread. Also check that the image settings in your application are appropriate for the type of image you want to scan. (Seeyour software manual.) A line of dots is always missing in the ...

Page 43 - Appendix A; Technical Specifications

Appendix A Technical Specifications Proof Sign-off:E. Ohtera _______ G. Grady _______ Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3 Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 44 - Scanning

Scanning Scanner type: Flatbed, color Photoelectric device: Color CCD line sensor Effective pixels: 3400 × 4680 pixels at 400 dpi, 100% Document size: 216 mm × 297 mm (8.5 inches × 11.7 inches) A4 or US letter size(The reading area can be specified fromyour software.) Scanning resolution: 400 dpi (m...

Page 45 - Electrical

Color correction: 1 type for CRT display 3 types for printer output (available in colorbyte sequence mode and color linesequence mode)1 type for user-defined Interface: SCSI Light source: Xe-gas cold cathode fluorescent lamp Reliability: 100,000 cycles of carriage movements (main unit MCBF) Dimensio...

Page 46 - Environmental; Safety Approvals

Environmental Temperature: Operation 5° C to 35° C (41° F to 95° F) Storage –25° C to 60° C (–13° F to 140° F) Humidity: Operation 10% to 80%, without condensation Storage 10% to 85%, without condensation Operating conditions: Ordinary office or home conditions. Extreme dust should be avoided.Operat...

Page 47 - SCSI Interface

SCSI Interface Interface type: ANSI X3T9.2/375R Revision 10L (SCSI) Functions: BUS FREE phaseARBITRATION phaseSELECTION/RESELECTION phaseCOMMAND phase (Logical Unit Number is fixed to 0 andcommand link function is not supported.) DATA phase Data in phaseData out phase STATUS phaseMESSAGE phase MESSA...

Page 48 - Initialization Methods

Initialization Methods The scanner can be initialized (returned to a fixed set of conditions) in thefollowing ways: Hardware initialization * When the scanner is turned on.* When the scanner receives a SCSI Reset signal from the SCSI interface.* When you push the RESET button. Software initializatio...

Page 49 - Appendix B; Contacting Customer Support

Appendix B Contacting Customer Support Proof Sign-off:Ohtera _______ Grady _______ For United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Users . . . . B-2 For Australian Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 For Singapore Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5 For Hon...

Page 50 - Brand and model of your computer:; Enquiry Desk

If your scanner is not operating properly and you cannot solve yourproblem with the troubleshooting information in this guide and onlinehelp, contact customer support services for assistance. We will be able to help you much more quickly if you are able to give theexact information indicated below. ...

Page 51 - Customer Support; Faxon Epson; EPtec - Bulletin Board Service

Customer Support Our Customer Support team can provide the following services: ❑ Technical information on installing, configuring, and operating yourEPSON products ❑ Arranging for faulty EPSON products to be repaired within thewarranty period For information on contacting our Customer Support team, ...

Page 52 - World Wide Web; For Australian Users; EPSON FAXBACK

World Wide Web If you can connect to the Internet and have a Web Browser, you can accessEPSON’s World Wide Web site at http://www.epson.com. Here you willfind information on the latest EPSON products, software drivers, andanswers to frequently asked questions. For Australian Users EPSON Australia wi...

Page 53 - EPSON Helpdesk; For Singapore Users; For Hong Kong Users; Internet home page

EPSON Helpdesk EPSON Helpdesk is provided as a final backup to make sure our clientshave access to advice. Operators on the Helpdesk can aid you indiagnosing hardware and software problems. They can also advise youon the latest EPSON products and where the nearest dealer or serviceagent is located. ...

Page 54 - For Philippines Users

Electronic bulletin board system An electronic bulletin board system (BBS) is also available to obtainscanner information and the latest versions of scanner drivers. You canlog on to the following number for the BBS service: BBS: (852) 2827-4244 Technical Support Hotline You can also contact our tec...

Page 55 - Glossary

Glossary additive primary colors Primary colors which produce white when mixed in a certain proportion. These arered, green, and blue --- the colors of the scanner lamps and color monitor displays. bi-level data Image data that is composed of 1 bit per pixel. A pixel is represented by a single bitof...

Page 59 - Cable; Index

A AAS, 1Accelerator board, 2-8Auto Area Segmentation (AAS), 1 B Best & de-screening, 1Board accelerator, 2-8SCSI, 1-6 Button, 2-2 OPERATE, 1-4–5, 2-2–3RESET, 2-2 C Cable power, 1-4SCSI, 2, 1-7, 1-10 Carriage, 1-5Cleaning, 3-2Chain, daisy, 1-6, 1-9Choosing a place, 1-2Compression, 2-8Connecting c...