PRODUCT INFORMATION GUIDE

UPDATE

6/26/03
This package provides a new scanner product section to be added to the EPSON Product Information Guide. The table of contents of this section is listed below.
EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Scanner Parts.... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 1 Scanner Specifications... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 1 AC Adapter Specifications.... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 2 Film Adapter Specifications... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 2 Unlocking the Scanner.... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 2 Scanner Buttons.... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 3 Scanner Light.... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 3 Using EPSON Smart Panel... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 3 Selecting the Scanning Mode in EPSON Scan... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 4 Restoring Color in Photos.... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 4 Placing Film on the Scanner... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 5 Transporting the Scanner... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 6 Related Documentation... EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo - 6
The EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo also comes with a holder for 35 mm film and slides.

Scanner cover

Scanner Parts

Scanner Specifications

Basic Specifications

Scanner type

Scan to E-mail button Scan to Web (EPSON PhotoCenter) button Start button and indicator light Copy button
Flatbed, color Color CCD line sensor pixels at 1600 dpi, 100% scaling US letter or A4 size (8.5 11.7 inches [mm]); the reading area can be specified from your software 1600 dpi (main scan); 3200 dpi with sub scan resolution*
Photoelectric device Effective pixels Maximum document size

Reflective document mat

Scanning resolution
The maximum hardware resolution of dpi is achieved using EPSONs Micro Step Drive technology.

Document table

Output resolution 50 to 12,800 dpi (50 to 6400 dpi in 1 dpi increments; 12,800 dpi performed with zoom function) Scanning speed Color separation 7.68 msec/line at 1600 dpi (A4) 5.12 msec/line at 600 dpi (A4) RGB color filters on CCD 16 bits per pixel per color internal 1, 8, 16 bits per pixel per color external Fixed threshold
Carriage (in home position)
Pixel depth Line art settings

USB port

Power inlet

Option interface

Digital halftoning AAS (Auto Area Segmentation), enable/ disable selectable 3 error diffusion modes (A, B, and C) and 4 dither patterns (A, B, C, and D) for bi-level and quad-level data Gamma correction 1 type for user-defined Color correction 1 type for user-defined (only user-defined color correction is available in EPSON Scan) USB 2.0 (Type B receptacle connector) White cold cathode fluorescent lamp 10,000 cycles of carriage movements (main unit MCBF)
Interface Light source Reliability
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Dimensions Width: 10.8 inches (275 mm) Depth: 16.5 inches (419 mm) Height: 3.4 inches (86 mm) Approx. 6.8 lb (3.0 kg)

Initialization Methods

The scanner can be initialized (returned to a fixed set of conditions) in the following ways:

Hardware initialization The scanner is plugged in. The USB cable is unplugged from the USB port on the scanner. Software sends the ESC @ (initialize the scanner) command. The scanner receives a Bus Reset from the USB interface.

Weight

Electrical
Input voltage range Rated frequency Rated input current Power consumption AC 100 to 120 V 50 to 60 Hz 0.5 A 17 W (operating mode), 15 W (standby mode, 5.5 W sleep mode)

Software initialization

AC Adapter Specifications
Rated input Rated output Temperature Safety EMC AC 100 to 120 V, 50 to 60 Hz DC 15.2 V, 1.2 A Operation: 41 to 95 F (5 to 35 C) UL 1950 or UL60950 CSA C22.2 FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 class B
Note: Check the label on the back of the scanner for voltage information.

Environmental

Temperature Humidity (without condensation) Operating conditions Operation: 41 to 95 F (5 to 35 C) Storage: 13 to 140 F (25 to 60 C) Operation: 10% to 80% Storage: 10% to 85% Ordinary office or home conditions; avoid extreme dust, direct sunlight, and strong light sources.
Film Adapter Specifications
Electrical Supplied voltage: DC 15.2V Rated current: 0.3 A

Approvals

Safety EMC UL 1950 CSA C22.FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 class B
Transparencies size 35-mm film strip 3 frames 35-mm slide, 2 frames Readable area 1.9 4.9 inches (mm)

USB Interface

Interface type Electrical Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 Full Speed mode: 12 Mbit/s, Hi-speed mode: 480 Mbit/s, Universal standard Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 One receptacle (Type B)

Unlocking the Scanner

Be sure to unlock the scanner before using it. Slide the transportation lock to the unlock position:

Unlocked

Connector type
Option Interface Connector
Output voltage 15.2 V; 50 to 60 Hz If you need to transport the scanner, see page 6.

Locked

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Scanner Buttons

Using EPSON Smart Panel
Follow these steps to use EPSON Smart Panel to scan documents or photos: 1. Place the original document(s) face down on the document table.

Scan to Web

Scan to E-mail
The scanners buttons let you perform one-touch scanning with EPSON Smart Panel.

] Start { Copy Press the ] Start button on the scanner to start EPSON Smart Panel (default). Press the { Copy button to automatically scan and print an image. Press the | E-mail button to scan your image and send it as an e-mail attachment. Press the } Scan to Web button to scan an image and upload it to the EPSON photo-sharing site, SM EPSON PhotoCenter.
2. Do one of the following to open the Smart Panel: Press the ] Start button on your scanner. Click the EPSON Smart Panel icon on the desktop.
On a Macintosh, you can also open the Apple menu and select EPSON SMART PANEL.

| E-mail

} Scan to Web

Scanner Light

The scanner has one indicator light (on the ] Start button), which indicates the status of the scanner.
Light On Flashing Flashing Color Green Green Red Status The scanner is ready to scan images. The scanner is initializing or is busy scanning. The transportation lock may not be released. Unlock the scanner, then restart your computer. If this does not eliminate the error, one of the following may be the problem and you need to consult your dealer or EPSON: Off The fluorescent lamp needs to be replaced. The scanner is malfunctioning.
The ] Start button is set to open EPSON Smart Panel by default. However, you can assign the ] Start button to automatically open any of the Smart Panel applications.
3. Click the icon for your desired scanning application. The window for that option appears and lets you adjust settings for your scan. Follow the on-screen steps for each option.
The scanner is off or the AC adapter is unplugged.
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Keep the following in mind when using Smart Panel: If you select Reprint Photos or Copy Center, make sure your printer is turned on and the correct paper type and size is loaded in your printer. Scan to E-mail requires a MAPI-compliant e-mail program (AOL is not MAPI compliant). For instructions on using each of the Smart Panel applications, click ? on the Smart Panel screen or see the electronic manual for EPSON Smart Panel.
Restoring Color in Photos
If you have faded photos or negatives, you can use the Color Restoration setting in your software to improve the color of your scan. You can select this setting in Smart Panel or in EPSON Scan.

Smart Panel

To select the Color Restoration setting, open Smart Panel and
RePrint Photo. You see the screen below. Click the Color Restoration icon.

select

Selecting the Scanning Mode in EPSON Scan
EPSON Scan provides three scanning modes: Full Auto Mode allows the software to automatically select the best settings for your scan. Home Mode lets you adjust some of the basic settings before you scan. Professional Mode gives the greatest control over individual settings. You can sharpen, correct, or enhance your images before scanning. Choose the scanning mode from the pull-down list at the top of the window

Select Color Restoration

EPSON Scan
Color Restoration is available in Home and Professional Modes. To select Color Restoration, start EPSON Scan. You see a screen similar to this:
Choose your scanning mode
To change settings in Full Auto Mode, click the Pause button, then click Options. If youre using Home or Professional Mode, the options window automatically appears; select the settings you want to use for your scan.
The selected mode and settings remain in effect until they are changed again.
For more information, see the on-screen Reference Guide. Click the Preview button at the bottom of the screen. Then select the Color Restoration checkbox. (If youre using Professional Mode, you may need to scroll to the bottom of the screen.)
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4. Place the film holder in the correct position for your film type. If you are scanning slides, place the holder on the scanner first, then place the slides in the holder. Be sure to match the letter on the film holder tab with the corresponding letter on the scanner.
Negatives: (A) If you are scanning the first 3 frames of the negative strip, place the film holder against the left edge of the scanner. (B) For the last 3 frames, rotate the position of the film holder and place it against the right edge of the scanner.
Placing Film on the Scanner
The scanner cover has a built-in transparency unit. To scan negative film or slides, you need to remove the reflective document mat from the cover and place the film in a holder on the scanner glass. 1. Make sure the transparency unit cable is connected to the back of the scanner.
2. Lift the scanner cover all the way up and slide the reflective document mat up and off the scanner cover.
C Slides (C) Place the holder on the scanner glass, then put the slides in the holder.
Make sure the narrow calibration window at the top of the film holder is clean and uncovered to ensure an accurate scan.
5. Close the scanner cover.
Make sure there is no dust on the slides or negatives. You can select the Dust Removal setting in EPSON Scan to improve your scan. If your scanned image is upside down, you can use the Rotate buttons in EPSON Smart Panel (not available in all Smart Panel applications) or in Preview mode in EPSON Scan. You can also rotate the image in most image editing applications.
3. Slide the negative strip into the film holder with the films shiny base side facing down.
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Transporting the Scanner

Before transporting the scanner over a long distance or storing it for an extended period, you need to lock the scanners carriage to prevent damage. Follow these steps: 1. Plug in the scanner and wait until the carriage moves to the home position (nearest the buttons). When the indicator light remains on (green), unplug the scanner. 2. If the optional interface cable is attached, disconnect it. 3. Slide the transportation lock to the locked position to secure the carriage.

Related Documentation

CPD-16153 CPD-16155 CPD-16154 PL-PERF1670P EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo Start Here poster EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo scanner software CD-ROM Notices booklet Scanner Reference Guide (HTML) EPSON Perfection 1670 Photo Parts Price List
Locked Caution: Do not turn the scanner over; this may damage it.
4. Attach the protective materials and repack it in the original box.
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COLOR SCANNER

PERFECTION 1670 PHOTO
Brilliant one-touch photo restorations.
The Epson Perfection 1670 Photo delivers 1600 x 3200 dpi resolution and 48-bit color for astonishing image quality. User-friendly software features exclusive Epson Easy Photo Fix technology for one-touch color restoration. An automatic scanning mode and a built-in 35mm adapter for scanning slides and negatives add value.

Key Features

Exclusive one-touch color restoration with Epson Easy Photo Fix technology for restoring faded photos
Also includes fully-automatic scanning and dust removal capabilities
1600 x 3200 dpi hardware resolution
Offers remarkable image quality and razor sharp detail
Built-in 35mm slide and film strip adapter
Scans up to two 35mm slides or film strips with up to three negatives per strip
Complete software bundle for photo enhancements and more
- Epson Scan with Epson Easy Photo Fix technology - Epson Smart Panel - ArcSoft PhotoImpression - ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR - NewSoft Presto! BizCard
Epson Easy Photo Fix Technology

SPECIFICATIONS
Scanner Type Flatbed color image scanner Photoelectric Device Epson MatrixCCD line sensor Maximum Scan Area 8.5" x 11.7" (216mm x 297mm) Optical Resolution 1600 dpi Hardware Resolution 1600 x 3200 dpi maximum with Micro Step Drive technology Maximum Resolution 13,600 x 18,720 dpi with software interpolation Color Depth 48-bit internal/48-bit external Grayscale Depth 16-bit internal/16-bit external Interface USB 1.1/2.0* Scanning Speed (1600 dpi, draft mode) Monochrome 7.68 msec/line (approx.) Full color 7.68 msec/line (approx.) Software Included Epson Scan with Epson Easy Photo Fix technology - Scan documents and images accurately Epson Smart Panel - Scan, design, copy and e-mail from one screen ArcSoft PhotoImpression - Edit, retouch or enhance your favorite images using templates, frames, borders and more ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR - Edit documents with high-accuracy character recognition and remarkable text handling capability NewSoft Presto! BizCard - Scan, sort, and catalog your business cards to create your own virtual Rolodex Minimum System Requirements Windows and Macintosh Requirements - 500MB of available hard disk space (minimum) - CD-ROM drive (4x or faster) - Available USB connection Additional Windows Requirements - IBM compatible PC with Pentium MMX equivalent or higher processor - Windows 98 (factory installed), Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows XP (factory installed or upgraded from factory installed Windows 98/2000/Me) - 128MB RAM Additional Macintosh Requirements - iMac or any G3 or later with built-in USB - Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 and OS X 10.2 to 10.2.6 - 128MB RAM Included Accessories 35mm Slide and Film Strip Adapter - Scans slides and film strips, up to two slides or three negatives per strip Warranty One-year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada
* USB 2.0 available for factory installed Windows 2000 and XP only
Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806 Epson Canada, Ltd. 3771 Victoria Park Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M1W 3Z5
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson is a registered trademark and Epson MatrixCCD and Epson Smart Panel are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson Perfection is a registered trademark and Micro Step Drive and Easy Photo Fix are trademarks 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 2003 Epson America, Inc. CPD-15735 7/03 50K WP