EPSON Expression 1640XL

Color Flatbed Scanner

The high resolution, 1600 dpi, large-format scanner for graphic arts professionals.
With superior image quality, speed, and versatility, the EPSON Expression 1640XL has all the features you desire most as a graphic arts professional. This economical, high performance scanner offers an incredible 1600 x 3200 dpi hardware resolution and 42-bit color depth for spectacular results with every scan. By achieving a 3.6 Dmax, it delivers a broad dynamic range with excellent shadow detail. Featuring the exclusive ColorTrue II Imaging System, the EPSON Expression 1640XL combines custom optics, superior image processing, Dynamic Range Control, a xenon lamp, and Color MatrixCCDTM technology for enhanced colors and pinpoint registration. Best of all, this durable unit speeds through each task. In fact, its one of the fastest scanners in its class. For added convenience, its custom film holders make batch scanning easy. You can use the EPSON Expression 1640XL to scan reflective media up to 12.2" x 17.2" and, with the optional transparency unit, transparencies up to 11.4" x 16.5". When activated, the AutoFocus optics system adjusts automatically for clear, precise scans every time. Ideal for scanning transparencies, illustrations, and even architectural renderings, the EPSON Expression 1640XL is available in two configurations, the Graphic Arts model and the Special Edition model. Both models include a premium software package. The Graphic Arts model also includes LaserSoft SilverFast 5, a powerful prepress scanning application used to sharpen and descreen images or control color balance, tonal curves, highlights and shadows. With its incredible color accuracy, broad tonal range, and vivid detail, the EPSON Expression 1640XL is the ultimate partner for high quality, large-format ink jets. This professsional scanner is fast, reliable and surprisingly affordable. Team it with an EPSON Stylus Pro 7000 Series printer for the perfect input/output solution! For increased productivity and remarkable results, the solution is simple the EPSON Expression 1640XL.

Features and Benefits

1600 x 3200 dpi hardware resolution
Delivers remarkable resolution and extraordinary image quality
Large-format scanning capability
Accomodates photos and 3-D objects in a 12.2" x 17.2" scanning area (up to 6mm focus depth); optional transparancy unit available for scanning transparancies and negatives
ColorTrue II Imaging System and 42-bit color depth
Produces smooth gradations and accurate color; captures over 4 trillion colors and 16,000 shades of gray
High dynamic range (3.6 Dmax)
Accurately scan each image, including subtle detail found in highlights and shadows

AutoFocus optics system

Automatically focuses for sharp, true scans
USB and SCSI connectivity with optional FireWire
Provides trouble-free setup and installation for Windows and Macintosh systems

Premium Software Bundle

Adobe Photoshop LE (image editing software) MonacoEZcolor (color calibration software) NewSoft Presto! PageManager (document management software) ScanSoft TextBridge Pro OCR LaserSoft SilverFast 5*
* Included only with the EPSON Expression 1640XL Graphic Arts model
Shown here with standard lid Shown in top corner with optional transparency unit

Scanner Type Scanning Method Photoelectric Device Maximum Read Area Light Source CCD Resolution Hardware Resolution Maximum Resolution Effective Pixels Image Data Color Depth Grayscale Depth Line Art Scaling (Zoom) Optical Density Brightness Reading Sequence Focus Control Flatbed color image scanner Movement of reading mirror Color MatrixCCD Line Sensor 12.2" x 17.2" (310mm x 437mm) Xenon gas cold cathode fluorescent lamp 1600 dpi 1600 x 3200 dpi with Micro Step Drive technology 12,800 x 12,800 dpi with interpolation 19,520 pixels/line (1600 dpi) 42 bits per pixel internal/external 24 bits per pixel internal/external (selectable) 14 bits per pixel internal/external 8 bits per pixel internal/external (selectable) 1 bit per pixel 50% to 200% (1% step) 3.6 Dmax 7 levels One-pass scanning AutoFocus optics system (CCD and lens unit) Interface SCSI-2 and USB standard, IEEE 1394 FireWire optional Configurations Special Edition Model EPSON TWAIN Pro Scanner Utilities Adobe Photoshop LE MonacoEZcolor NewSoft Presto! PageManager ScanSoft Textbridge Pro OCR USB cable Graphic Arts Model EPSON TWAIN Pro Scanner Utilities Adobe Photoshop LE MonacoEZcolor NewSoft Presto! PageManager ScanSoft Textbridge Pro OCR LaserSoft SilverFast 5 USB cable Reliability MCBF 100,000 cycles
Environmental Conditions Temperature Operating 41F to 95F (5C to 35C) Humidity Operating 10% to 80% (no condensation) Storage 10% to 85% (no condensation) Power Requirements Voltage Frequency Power consumption AC 100V-120V, 220V-240V 50-60Hz 45W operating w/o optional unit 55W operating w/optional unit 12W standby w/o optional unit 25.8" (656mm) 18.0" (458mm) 6.9" (176mm) 48.4 lb (22 kg approx.) E1640XL-SE E1640XL-GA B813202 B813212 B808342
Scanning Speed (1600 dpi, draft mode) Color 13.2 msec/line (approx.) Grayscale 4.5 msec/line (approx.) Line Art 4.5 msec/line (approx.) Operating Systems Supported Macintosh Macintosh OS 8.0 or later PC Windows 95, 98, 2000 or NT 4.0 Windows Minimum System Requirements IBM compatible PC with Pentium equivalent or higher processor 64MB RAM recommended SCSI Requires ASPI-compliant compatible Fast SCSI, Ultra or Ultra 2 SCSI PCI Card USB USB port equipped PC systems with Windows 98 (factory installed) or Windows 2000 IEEE 1394 FireWire FireWire port equipped PC systems (OHCI compliant) with Windows 2000 Macintosh Minimum System Requirements PowerPC processor or higher 64MB RAM recommended SCSI Requires Power Macintosh system with built-in SCSI port or a Mac-compatible PCI SCSI/SCSI-2 card with Mac OS 8.0 or later USB iMac, G3, G4 or USB port equipped Power Macintosh systems with Mac OS 8.5 or later IEEE 1394 FireWire iMac DV, Power Macintosh, G3, G4 and FireWire port equipped Power Macintosh systems with Mac OS 8.6 with FireWire Update 2.1 or later

Physical Dimensions Width Depth Height Weight
Product/Accessory Part Numbers EPSON Expression 1640XL Special Edition EPSON Expression 1640XL Graphic Arts Transparency Unit Automatic Document Feeder IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card Warranty One year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada SupportThe Epson Connection SM Pre-sales support U.S. and Canada Automated Technical Support Internet Website
800-463-7766 800-922-8911 www.epson.com
Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806 Epson Canada, Ltd. 550 McNicoll, Willowdale, Ontario M2H 2E1 www.epson.com Epson Latin America 6303 Blue Lagoon Drive, Miami, FL 33126
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson is a registered trademark and Matrix CCD is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. EPSON Expression and ColorTrue are registered trademarks, Micro Step Drive is a trademark and Epson Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2000, Epson America, Inc. CPD-10782 8/00 50K LG Printed on Recycled Paper

EPSON Expression 1640XL

Color Flatbed Scanner
The new high resolution, 1600 dpi, large-format scanner for graphic arts professionals.
With superior image quality, speed, and versatility, the EPSON Expression 1640XL has all the features that graphic arts professionals desire most. This economical, high performance scanner offers an incredible 1600 x 3200 dpi hardware resolution and 42-bit color depth for spectacular results with every scan. By achieving a 3.6 Dmax, it delivers a broad dynamic range with excellent shadow detail. Featuring Epsons exclusive ColorTrue II Imaging System, the EPSON Expression 1640XL combines custom optics, superior image processing, Dynamic Range Control, a xenon lamp, and Color MatrixCCD technology for enhanced colors and pinpoint registration. Best of all, this durable unit speeds through each task. In fact, its one of the fastest scanners in its class. For added convenience, its custom film holders make batch scanning easy. Your customers can use the EPSON Expression 1640XL to scan reflective media up to 12.2" x 17.2" and, with the optional transparency unit, transparencies up to 11.4" x 16.5". When activated, the AutoFocus optics system adjusts automatically for clear, precise scans every time. Ideal for scanning transparencies, illustrations, and even architectural renderings, the EPSON Expression 1640XL is available in two configurations, the Graphic Arts model and the Special Edition model. Both models include a premium software package. The Graphic Arts model also includes LaserSoft SilverFast 5, a powerful prepress scanning application used to sharpen and descreen images or control color balance, tonal curves, highlights and shadows. With its incredible color accuracy, broad tonal range, and vivid detail, the EPSON Expression 1640XL is the ultimate partner for high quality, large-format ink jets. This professional scanner is fast, reliable and surprisingly affordable. Team it with an EPSON Stylus Pro 7000 Series printer for the perfect input/output solution! For increased productivity and remarkable results in professional graphic arts and prepress environments, the solution is simple - the EPSON Expression 1640 XL.

Key Features

1600 x 3200 dpi hardware resolution Delivers remarkable resolution and extraordinary image quality Large-format scanning capability Accommodates photos and 3-D objects in a 12.2" x 17.2" scanning area (up to 6mm focus depth); optional transparency unit available for scanning transparencies and negatives ColorTrue II Imaging and 42-bit color depth Produces smooth gradations and accurate colors; captures over 4 trillion colors and 16,000 shades of gray High dynamic range (3.6 Dmax) Accurately scans each image, including subtle detail found in highlights and shadows AutoFocus optics system Automatically focuses for sharp, true scans USB and SCSI connectivity with optional FireWire Provides trouble-free setup and installation for Windows and Macintosh systems Premium software bundle Adobe Photoshop LE (image editing software) MonacoEZcolor (color calibration software) NewSoft Presto! PageManager (document management software) ScanSoft TextBridge Pro OCR LaserSoft SilverFast 5*

Product Ship Date

August 28, 2000

Ad Embargo Date

September 3, 2000
Shown here with optional transparency unit
* Included only with the EPSON Expression 1640XL Graphic Arts model
Scanner Type Scanning Method Photoelectric Device Maximum Read Area Light Source CCD Resolution Hardware Resolution Maximum Resolution Effective Pixels Image Data Color Depth
Grayscale Depth Line Art Flatbed color image scanner Movement of reading mirror Color MatrixCCD Line Sensor 12.2" x 17.2" (310mm x 437mm) Xenon gas cold cathode fluorescent lamp 1600 dpi 1600 x 3200 dpi with Micro Step Drive technology 12,800 x 12,800 dpi with interpolation 19,520 pixels/line (1600 dpi) 42 bits per pixel internal/external 24 bits per pixel internal/external (selectable) 14 bits per pixel internal/external 8 bits per pixel internal/external (selectable) 1 bit per pixel 50% to 200% (1% step) 3.6 Dmax

Configurations Special Edition Model EPSON TWAIN Pro Scanner Utilities Adobe Photoshop LE MonacoEZcolor NewSoft Presto! PageManager ScanSoft TextBridge Pro OCR USB cable
Graphic Arts Model EPSON TWAIN Pro Scanner Utilities Adobe Photoshop LE MonacoEZcolor NewSoft Presto! PageManager ScanSoft TextBridge Pro OCR LaserSoft SilverFast 5 USB cable
Scaling (Zoom) Optical Density
Physical Dimensions Width Depth Height Weight Product/Accessory Part Numbers EPSON Expression 1640XL Special Edition UPC code 0-10343-83353-1 EPSON Expression 1640XL Graphic Arts UPC code 0-10343-83354-8 Transparency Unit UPC code 0-10343-82986-2 Automatic Document Feeder UPC code 0-10343-83018-9 IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card UPC code 0-10343-82154-5 Optional Accessories Transparency Unit Automatic Document Feeder IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card
25.8" (656mm) 18.0" (458mm) 6.9" (176mm) 48.4 lb (22 kg approx.) E1640XL-SE E1640XL-GA B813202 B813212 B808342
Scanning Speed (1600 dpi, draft mode) Color 13.2 msec/line (approx.) Grayscale 4.5 msec/line (approx.) Line Art 4.5 msec/line (approx.) Operating Systems Supported Macintosh Macintosh OS 8.0 or later PC Windows 95, 98, 2000 or NT 4.0 Windows Minimum System Requirements IBM compatible PC with Pentium equivalent or higher processor 64MB RAM recommended
SCSI Requires ASPI-compliant compatible Fast SCSI, Ultra or Ultra 2 SCSI PCI Card USB USB port equipped PC systems with Windows 98 (factory installed) or Windows 2000 IEEE 1394 FireWire FireWire port equipped PC systems (OHCI compliant) with Windows 2000
Warranty One year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada EPSON Expression 1640XL Packing Specifications Special Edition and Graphic Arts Models (Scanner Only) Single/Master carton dimensions 30.5" x 21.7" x 12.4" Single/Master carton weight 62.83 lb
Transparency Unit Single/Master carton dimensions Single/Master carton weight Automatic Document Feeder Single/Master carton dimensions Single/Master carton weight IEEE 1394 FireWire scanner interface card Single/Master carton dimensions Single/Master carton weight 30.1" x 23.6" x 6.5" 20.1 lb 28.6" x 28.3" x 13.7" 45.2 lb 6.9" x 2.6" x 8.9" 1 lb
Macintosh Minimum System Requirements PowerPC processor or higher 64MB RAM recommended
SCSI Requires Power Macintosh system with built-in SCSI port or a Mac-compatible PCI SCSI/SCSI-2 card with Mac OS 8.0 or later USB iMac, G3, G4 or USB port equipped Power Macintosh systems with Mac OS 8.5 or later IEEE 1394 FireWire iMac DV, Power Macintosh, G3, G4 and FireWire port equipped Power Macintosh systems with Mac OS 8.6 with FireWire Update 2.1 or later

Interface Reliability

SCSI-2 and USB standard, IEEE 1394 FireWire optional MCBF 100,000 cycles
Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806 Epson Canada, Ltd. 550 McNicoll, Willowdale, Ontario M2H 2E1 www.epson.com Epson Latin America 6303 Blue Lagoon Drive, Miami, FL 33126

Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson is a registered trademark and MatrixCCD is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. EPSON Expression and ColorTrue are registered trademarks, Micro Step Drive is a trademark and Epson Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2000, Epson America, Inc. CPD-10783 8/00 4.5K LG Printed on Recycled Paper

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