Epson A471H - Manual

Important Instructions Safety Instructions Read and follow these instructions to ensure safe use of this product and options. Make sure you keep this manualfor future reference. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and options. ❏ Some of the symbols used on you...

❏ Unplug the product, options, and the AC adapter, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under thefollowing conditions: The AC adapter or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the product, options, or the ACadapter; the product or the AC adapter has been dropped or the case has been damag...

Scanner Basics Part Names and Functions Front A ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) Feeds loaded originals automatically. B Edge guides Feeds originals straight into the scanner. Slide to the edges of theoriginals. C Input tray Loads originals. Pull out the tray extension if originals are too bigfor the...

Buttons and Lights on the Control Panel Buttons A Power button Turns the scanner on or off. B Wi-Fi connect button Press the WPS button on the access point, and then pressthe button for more than three seconds to connect to a Wi-Fi network. See the chapter “Network Settings” for more details. Press ...

F Stop button ❏ Cancels scanning. ❏ Finishes Automatic Feeding Mode. ❏ Cancels Wi-Fi settings by push button setup (WPS). ❏ Press this to release the error when a network connectionerror occurs. ❏ Cancels a firmware update over a network connection. G Start button ❏ Starts scanning. ❏ Press this whe...

B Wi-Fi light Blue indicates that the scanner is connected to a wireless (Wi-Fi)network. White indicates it is searching for an access point. C Error light An error has occurred. See “Light Error Indicators” for more details. D Automatic Feeding Modelight The scanner is in Automatic Feeding Mode. Sc...

Indicators Situation Solutions On On On On Off On On The scanner has started in recoverymode because the firmware updatefailed. Follow the steps below to try to up-date the firmware again. 1. Connect the computer and the scan-ner with a USB cable. (During recoverymode, you cannot update the firm-war...

Document Capture Pro / Document Capture This application allows you to rearrange pages or correct rotation for image data, and then save the data, send it byemail, send it to a server, or send it to a cloud service. By registering frequently used scan process settings with aname such as "job"...

❏ Format: IPv4: http://the scanner’s IP address/ IPv6: http://[the scanner’s IP address]/ ❏ Examples: IPv4: http://192.168.100.201/ IPv6: http://[2001:db8::1000:1]/ Note: You can also run Web Config from EpsonNet Config or using WSD port. Option Items and Consumables Information Network Interface Un...

Related Information & “General Specifications for Originals being Scanned” on page 21 & “Placing Large Size Originals” on page 39 & “Placing Irregular Shaped Originals” on page 42 & “Placing Photographs” on page 45 Roller Assembly Kit Codes Parts (the pickup roller and a separation r...

Cleaning Kit Codes Use this when cleaning inside the scanner. A: cleaner, B: cleaning cloth Part name Codes Cleaning Kit B12B819291 Related Information & “Cleaning Inside the Scanner” on page 91 User's Guide Scanner Basics 20

Specifications of Originals and PlacingOriginals Specifications of Originals This section explains the specifications and conditions of originals that can be loaded in the ADF. General Specifications for Originals being Scanned Type of Original Thickness Size Plain paper Fine paper Recycled paper Po...

Size Measurement Thickness Paper Type Loading Capacity * A4 210×297 mm (8.3×11.7 in.) 27 to 413 g/m2 Plain paper Fine paper Recycled paper Thickness of the originals stack:under 6 mm (0.23 in.) 80 g/m2: 50 sheets 90 g/m2: 43 sheets 104 g/m2: 37 sheets 127 g/m2: 31 sheets 157 g/m2: 25 sheets 209 g/m2...

Related Information & “Carrier Sheet Codes” on page 18 Specifications of Envelopes The specification of envelopes you can load into the scanner. Size Measurement Thickness Loading Capacity C6 114×162 mm (4.49×6.38 in.) (standard size) 0.38 mm (0.015 in.) or less 5 envelopes DL 110×220 mm (4.33×8...

❏ Photos ❏ Booklets ❏ Non-paper original (such as clear files, fabric, and metal foil) ❏ Originals with staples or paper clips ❏ Originals with glue attached ❏ Ripped originals ❏ Heavily wrinkled or curled originals ❏ Transparent originals such as OHP film ❏ Originals with carbon paper on the back ❏...

Placing Standard Size Originals 1. Open the input tray and extend the input tray extension. Slide out the output tray, extend the output trayextension, and then raise the stopper. Note: ❏ For A4 size or larger originals, make sure you pull out and extend the input tray extension. ❏ Make sure you pul...

Long Paper Specifications of Long Paper The specification of long paper you can load into the scanner. Size Thickness Paper Type Loading Capacity Width: 50.8 to 215.9 mm (2.0 to 8.5 in.) Length: 393.7 to 6,096.0 mm (15.5 to 240.0 in.) 50 to 130 g/m2 Plain paper Fine paper Recycled paper 1 sheet Plac...

Note: ❏ You can scan long paper up to 5,461 mm (215 inches) in length with a resolution of 300 dpi or less, and over 5,461mm (215 inches) to 6,096 mm (240 inches) with a resolution of 200 dpi or less. ❏ You need to specify the paper size in Epson Scan 2. There are three ways to specify the paper siz...

Placing Plastic Cards 1. Open the input tray, and then slide out the output tray and raise the stopper. 2. Slide the edge guides on the input tray all the way out. 3. Load the plastic cards into the input tray facing down with the top edge facing into the ADF. Slide the plastic cards into the ADF un...

Note: To scan plastic cards, select Plastic Card (Landscape) in Document Size or select Off in Detect Double Feed on the Main Settings tab in Epson Scan 2. See the Epson Scan 2 help for details. If you forget to disable Detect Double Feed in Epson Scan 2 and a double feed error occurs, remove the ca...

Placing Laminated Cards 1. Open the input tray, and then slide out the output tray and raise the stopper. 2. Slide the edge guides on the input tray all the way out. 3. Load the laminated cards into the input tray facing down with the top edge facing into the ADF. Slide the laminated cards into the ...

Large Size Originals Specifications of Large Size Originals By using the Carrier Sheet sold separately and folding the originals in half, you can scan originals larger than A4size, such as A3 or B4 sizes. Size Thickness Paper Type Loading Capacity of theCarrier Sheet Up to A3 0.3 mm (0.012 in.) or l...

Note: ❏ You may need to stop using a Carrier Sheet that is scratched or has been scanned more than 3,000 times. ❏ To scan both sizes and stitch them together, select Double-Sided from Scanning Side and select Left & Right from Stitch Images in Epson Scan 2. See the Epson Scan 2 help for details....

Placing Irregular Shaped Originals 1. Open the input tray and extend the input tray extension. Slide out the output tray, extend the output trayextension, and then raise the stopper. 2. Slide the edge guides on the input tray all the way out. 3. Place the Carrier Sheet with the illustration on the f...

Note: ❏ You may need to stop using a Carrier Sheet that is scratched or has been scanned more than 3,000 times. ❏ If you cannot find an appropriate size for the original you want to scan in the Document Size list in Epson Scan 2, select Auto Detect or select Customize to create a custom document siz...

Placing Photographs 1. Open the input tray and extend the input tray extension. Slide out the output tray, extend the output trayextension, and then raise the stopper. 2. Slide the edge guides on the input tray all the way out. 3. Place the Carrier Sheet with the illustration on the front edge facin...

Note: ❏ You may need to stop using a Carrier Sheet that is scratched or has been scanned more than 3,000 times. ❏ If you cannot find an appropriate size for the original you want to scan in the Document Size list in Epson Scan 2, select Auto Detect or select Customize to create a custom document siz...

Placing Envelopes 1. Open the input tray and extend the input tray extension. Slide out the output tray, extend the output trayextension, and then raise the stopper. 2. Slide the edge guides on the input tray all the way out. User's Guide Specifications of Originals and Placing Originals 48

Note: ❏ To scan envelopes, we recommend selecting the appropriate rotation angle or Auto in Rotate on the Main Settings tab in Epson Scan 2 before scanning. See the Epson Scan 2 help for details. ❏ To scan envelopes, select Off in Detect Double Feed on the Main Settings tab in Epson Scan 2. See the ...

Placing a Mixture of Originals at Different Sizes 1. Open the input tray and extend the input tray extension. Slide out the output tray, extend the output trayextension, and then raise the stopper. Note: If there are any thick originals amongst the originals, to stop the thick originals from bumping...

Basic Scanning Scanning Using Epson Scan 2 You can scan the originals using detailed settings that are suitable for text documents. 1. Place the original. 2. Start Epson Scan 2. ❏ Windows 10 Click the start button, and then select All apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 . ❏ Windows 8.1/Windows 8/Windo...

6. Click Scan . The scanned image is saved to the folder you specified. Related Information & “Placing Originals” on page 25 & “Epson Scan 2” on page 16 & “Setting a Resolution That Suits the Scanning Purpose” on page 57 & “Image Adjustment Features” on page 65 & “Editing Scanned...

Setting a Resolution That Suits the Scanning Purpose Advantages and Disadvantages of Increasing the Resolution Resolution indicates the number of pixels (smallest area of an image) for each inch (25.4 mm), and is measured indpi (dots per inch). The advantage of increasing the resolution is that the ...

Note: ❏ If you want to upload to a cloud service, you need to set up your account with the cloud service in advance. ❏ If you want to use Evernote as the destination, download the Evernote application from the Evernote CorporationWebsite and install it before using this feature. ❏ On the Batch Save ...

4. Make the following settings. ❏ Source : Select the source where the original is placed. ❏ Document Size : Select the size of the original you placed. ❏ Image Type : Select the color you want to use to save the scanned image. ❏ Rotation : Select the rotation angle depending on the original you wan...

The light on the scanner turns on, and the Automatic Feeding Mode window is displayed on your computer. 5. Adjust the edge guides, and then place the original in the ADF. Scanning starts automatically. 6. After scanning stops, place the next original in the ADF. Repeat this procedure until you have ...

You can adjust the gamma (brightness of the intermediate range) for the whole image. If the image is too light ortoo dark, you can adjust the brightness. & “Threshold” on page 70 You can adjust the border for monochrome binary (black and white). Increase the threshold, the black color areabecome...

Image Option You can select the effect for the scanned image. Text Enhancement You can make blurred letters in the original clear and sharp. You can also reduce the offset or unevenness of thebackground. You can select the level of the effect when selecting the Main Settings tab > Image Type >...

If you select Customize from the color list in Dropout , you can make settings for the color you want to remove while checking the preview window (for Windows only). Note: This feature is not available when selecting the Main Settings tab > Image Type > Auto or Color . Color Enhance You can en...

Edge Fill You can remove the shadow created around the scanned image. For double-sided scanning, the settings for the edge fill range are mirror-reversed for the back of the original. If you select Settings , the Edge Fill Level screen is displayed, and you can adjust the edge fill ranges for the to...

Remove Punch Holes You can remove the shadows of holes on the scanned image when scanning originals with punched holes. You can remove the shadows of round or square punch holes that are within a range of 20 mm (0.79 in.) from theedges of the original. Note: ❏ This feature is only available when you...

Note: ❏ Text on the originals is recognized using Optical Character Recognition (OCR), and then embedded in the scannedimage. ❏ This feature is only available when the EPSON Scan OCR component (Windows) or Epson Scan 2 OCR component (MacOS X) is installed. 1. Place the original. 2. Start Epson Scan ...

Various Types of Saving and Transferring Sorting and Saving Scanned Images into a Separate Folder (forWindows Only) You can sort scanned images automatically and save them to a separate folder using Document Capture Pro. To sort scanned images, you can use a variety of detection methods such as blan...

Uploading to an FTP Server You can upload scanned images to an FTP server using Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture(Mac OS X). 1. Place the original. 2. Start Document Capture Pro (Windows) or Document Capture (Mac OS X). 3. Click . The Scan window is displayed. 4. Make the scanning s...

7. Make settings for each item, and then click OK . The email client on your computer starts automatically, and the scanned image is attached to an email. Related Information & “Scanning Using Document Capture Pro (Windows)” on page 57 & “Scanning Using Document Capture (Mac OS X)” on page 6...

& “Scanning Using a Scanner Button” on page 62 & “Placing Originals” on page 25 Scanning Business Cards Using Presto! BizCard You can scan business cards and convert them to editable text using Presto! BizCard. See the software’s help for more information on using the software and its functi...

4. Set each item on the Epson Scan 2 window, and then scan. The business card is scanned and converted into editable text in the Presto! BizCard window. Related Information & “Presto! BizCard” on page 17 & “Placing Originals” on page 25 Scanning from Smart Devices Using NFC Tag You can conne...

Network Settings Network Connection Types Wi-Fi Connection Connect the scanner and the computer or smart device to the access point. This is the typical connection methodfor home or office networks where computers are connected by Wi-Fi through the access point. Related Information & “Connecting...

Note: AP mode is a connection method designed to replace Ad Hoc mode. The scanner can be connected by Wi-Fi and AP mode simultaneously. However, if you start a network connectionin AP mode when the scanner is connected by Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi is temporarily disconnected. Related Information & “Makin...

Connecting to a Smart Device You can use the scanner from a smart device when you connect the scanner to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) asthe smart device. To use the scanner from a smart device, set up from Epson DocumentScan. Note: ❏ If you want to connect a computer and a smart device to the scann...

Note: Connection fails when the light turns on. After releasing the error by pressing the button, restart the access point, move it closer to the scanner, and then try again. Related Information & “Basic Scanning” on page 53 & “Advanced Scanning” on page 64 & “Network Problems” on page 1...

1. Press the button on the scanner’s control panel. The light is lit blue when AP mode connection is enabled. 2. Connect from the smart device or computer to the scanner using the scanner’s SSID and password. Note: ❏ You can check the SSID and password on the label stuck to the scanner. ❏ See the do...

Selecting Change the Connection Methods Follow the on-screen instructions until the following screen is displayed. ❏ Windows Select Change or re-set the connection method on the Select Software Installation screen, and then click Next . ❏ Mac OS X Select how you want to connect the scanner to your c...

Maintenance Cleaning Outside the Scanner Wipe off any stains on the outer case with a dry cloth or a cloth dampened with mild detergent and water. c Important: ❏ Never use alcohol, thinner, or any corrosive solvent to clean the scanner. Deformation or discoloration may occur. ❏ Do not let water get ...

Replacing the Roller Assembly Kit The roller assembly kit (the pickup roller and the separation roller) needs to be replaced when the number of scansexceeds the Life Cycle of the rollers. When a replacement message is displayed on your computer, follow the stepsbelow to replace it. A: pickup roller,...

9. Lift the left side of the separation roller, and then slide and remove the installed separation rollers. 10. Insert the new separation roller axis into the hole on the right side, and then lower the roller. 11. Close the separation roller cover. c Important: Make sure the separation rollers are i...

1. Turn on the scanner. 2. Start Epson Scan 2 Utility. ❏ Windows 10 Click the start button, and then select All apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2 Utility . ❏ Windows 8.1/Windows 8/Windows Server 2012 R2/Windows Server 2012 Start screen > Apps > Epson > Epson Scan 2 Utility...

1. Start Epson Scan 2 Utility. ❏ Windows 10 Click the start button, and then select All apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2 Utility . ❏ Windows 8.1/Windows 8/Windows Server 2012 R2/Windows Server 2012 Start screen > Apps > Epson > Epson Scan 2 Utility . ❏ Windows 7/Windows V...

4. Close the input tray and output tray. c Important: Make sure you close the output tray securely; otherwise it may be damaged during transport. 5. Attach the packing materials that came with the scanner, and then repack the scanner in its original box or asturdy box. Updating Applications and Firm...

Solving Problems Scanner Problems Scanner Lights Indicate an Error Check the following if the scanner lights indicate an error. ❏ Make sure there are no originals jammed in the scanner. ❏ When feeding multiple originals, open the ADF cover and remove the originals. Next, close the ADF cover. ❏ Make ...

❏ Make sure the scanner is turned on. ❏ Wait until the status light stops flashing indicating that the scanner is ready to scan. ❏ Connect the scanner directly to the computer’s USB port. The scanner may not work properly when connectedto the computer through one or more USB hubs. ❏ If you are using...

Removing Jammed Originals from the Scanner If an original has jammed inside the scanner, follow these steps to remove it. 1. Remove all originals remaining in the input tray. 2. Pull the cover open lever and open the scanner cover. 3. Carefully remove any originals remaining inside the scanner. User...

4. Carefully pull out any jammed originals from the output tray in the direction of the arrow if you cannot pulloriginals straight up. c Important: Make sure there is no paper inside the scanner. 5. Close the scanner cover. The Original Jams in the Scanner Frequently If the original jams in the scan...

Scanning Speed Slows Down when Scanning Continuously When scanning continuously using the ADF, scanning slows down to prevent the scanner mechanism fromoverheating and being damaged. However, you can continue scanning. To regain normal scanning speed, leave the scanner idle for at least 30 minutes. ...

Expanding or Contracting the Scanned Image When expanding or contracting the scanned image, you can adjust the expansion ratio by using the Adjustments feature in Epson Scan 2 Utility. This feature is only available for Windows. Note: Epson Scan 2 Utility is an application that comes with Epson Scan...

Related Information & “Text Enhancement” on page 68 You can make blurred letters in the original clear and sharp. You can also reduce the offset or unevenness of thebackground. & “Threshold” on page 70 You can adjust the border for monochrome binary (black and white). Increase the threshold,...

❏ Use an original with clear text. Text recognition may decline for the following types of originals. ❏ Originals that have been copied a number of times ❏ Originals received by fax (at low resolutions) ❏ Originals on which the letter spacing or line spacing is too small ❏ Originals with ruled lines...

Network Problems When You Cannot Make Network Settings Turn off the devices you want to connect to the network. Wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn on the devicesin the following order; access point, computer or smart device, and then scanner. Move the scanner and computeror smart device closer...

❏ An access point that is compliant with both IEEE802.11a and IEEE802.11g has SSIDs of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. Ifyou connect the computer or smart device to a 5 GHz SSID, you cannot connect to the scanner because thescanner only supports communication over 2.4 GHz. Connect the computer or smart device to...

Checking the SSID for the Computer Windows Select Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center . Mac OS X Click the Wi-Fi icon at the top of the computer screen. A list of SSIDs is displayed and the connected SSID isindicated with a check mark. The Scanner Suddenly Cannot ...

❏ When scanning from the scanner button, make sure you start Epson Scan 2 on your computer before pressingthe scanner button. Related Information & “Checking the SSID Connected to the Scanner” on page 114 & “Checking the SSID for the Computer” on page 115 & “Cannot Connect from Devices E...

❏ Windows 8.1/Windows 8/Windows Server 2012 R2/Windows Server 2012 Select Desktop > Settings > Control Panel . ❏ Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP/Windows Server 2008 R2/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server2003 R2/Windows Server 2003 Click the start button and select Control Panel . 4. Open Uni...

6. Select the application you want to uninstall, and then click Uninstall. c Important: The Uninstaller removes all drivers for Epson scanners on the computer. If you use multiple Epson scanners andyou only want to delete some of the drivers, delete all of them first, and then install the necessary ...

Technical Specifications General Scanner Specifications Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Scanner type Sheet Feed, one pass duplex color scanner Photoelectric device CIS Effective pixels 5,100×9,300 at 600 dpi 2,500×64,500 at 300 dpi Light source RGB LED Scanning resolution ...

Electrical Specifications Scanner Electrical Specifications Rated DC Input Power Supply Voltage DC 24 V Rated DC Input Current 2 A Power Consumption USB Connection ❏ Operating: Approx. 17 W ❏ Ready mode: Approx. 9.2 W ❏ Sleep mode : Approx. 1.2 W ❏ Power off: Approx. 0.1 W Wi-Fi Connection ❏ Operati...

System Requirements Windows Windows 10 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 8 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 Windows XP (32-bit) Service Pack 3 Windows Server 2012 R2 Windows Server 2012 W...

Standards and Approvals Standards and Approvals for U.S. Models Product EMC FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B This equipment contains the following wireless module. Manufacturer: Askey Computer Corporation Type: WLU6320-D69 (RoHS) This product conforms to Part 15 of the ...

Epson cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product. Standards and Approvals for Australian Models Product EMC AS/NZS CISPR22 Class B Epson hereby declares that the following equipment Models are in co...

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