EPSON Perfection 3200 Series

Scanner Parts

TPU indicator light document cover Start button indicator light
Maximum document size Maximum resolution*
US letter or A4 size (8.5 11.7 inches [mm]) 3200 dpi (main scan) 6400 dpi hardware (sub scan)
Optical resolution 3200 dpi
The maximum hardware resolution of dpi is achieved using EPSONs Micro Step Drive technology.
Maximum interpolated resolution

12,800 dpi

Output resolution 25 to 12,800 dpi (50 to 6400 dpi in 1 dpi increments, 12,800 dpi performed with zoom function) Speed (color)

power button

14.3 msec/line at 3200 dpi 3.5 msec/line at 600 dpi ESC/I (B8), FS 50 to 200% in 1% increments 16 bits per pixel (input and output) 7 levels Fixed threshold TET (Text Enhancement Technology), enable/disable selectable

Command level Zoom

document table carriage and lamp (in the home position)
Pixel depth Brightness Line art settings
transparency unit (TPU) under lid

USB port IEEE 1394 port

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 (2 downloadable dither patterns) Gamma correction 2 types for CRT display 3 types for printer output 1 type for user-defined
transportation lock (in unlocked position) transparency unit (TPU) connector power cord

Color correction

1 type for CRT display 3 types for printer output 1 type for user-defined (only user-defined color correction is available in EPSON TWAIN) USB 1.1/2.0 (Type B receptacle connector) IEEE 1394 (FireWire) White cold cathode fluorescent lamp 30,000 cycles of carriage movements Width: 12.0 inches (30.4 cm) Depth: 18.7 inches (47.6 cm) Height: 4.8 inches (12.2 cm) Approx. 13.2 lb (6.0 kg)

Interface

Scanner Specifications

Light source

Basic Specifications
Scanner type Photoelectric device Effective pixels Flatbed, color Color CCD line sensor 27,200 37,440 pixels at 3200 dpi, 100% scaling
Reliability (MCBF) Dimensions

Weight

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Electrical

Input voltage range Rated input current Power consumption 100-120 VAC 0.45 A Approx. 24 W operating approx. 19 W in stand-by mode approx. 5.5 W in power saving mode
Data transfer Transfer speed
Half-duplex data / strobe differential serial Average: 4 Mbytes/sec Peak: 50 Mbytes/sec (100 to 400 Mbps) Clock synchronization with DS-Link DS-Link 3.3. V
Synchronization Encoding/ Decoding Logic level
Note: Scanners sold outside the US market may operate at a different voltage. Check the label on the back of the scanner for voltage information.
Connector pin arrangement
Pin number Signal VCC GND TPB TPB+ TPA TPA+ Connector

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.

Transparency Unit

The transparency unit is built into the scanner lid. Electrical Document specifications Supply voltage: DC 21.6 to 26.4 V Rated current: 0.5 A Positive or negative film in the following sizes: 35 mm strips 35 mm slides 120/220 (6 9-cm) film 4 5-inch film inches (mm)

Safety Approvals

Safety EMC UL 1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950 FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 class B

USB Interface

Interface type Connector type Electrical standard Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 One receptacle (Type B) Full Speed mode (12 Mbps) and High Speed mode (480 Mbps), Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 Readable area
Scanning Transparencies and Film
Before scanning transparent documents, you need to remove the scanners reflective document mat; this exposes the scanners transparency unit (light source), which is built into the lid. If youre scanning slides or film strips, youll also need to use one of the film holders.
Pin number Signal VCC DATA +DATA GND Connector

FireWire Interface

Interface type IEEE 1394a-2000 compatible
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Using the Transparency Unit
To use the transparency unit, remove the reflective document mat by grasping the top of the mat and sliding it up gently, as shown.

Using Film Holders

Film has two sides, a shiny base side and a dull emulsion side. The base side of the film has the film makers name and film ID numbers printed on it. Place the shiny base side down. To scan 35-mm film strips, 4 5-inch film, or 120/220 (6 9cm) film, place the film in the correct holder:
remove mat by sliding it up

transparency unit

35-mm strips
Make sure the cable for the tranparency unit is plugged into the round connector. If not, turn off the scanner, then connect the cable as shown. You may need to raise the scanner cover and twist the cable to insert it.
4 5-inch and 120/220 (6 9-cm) film
Place the holder with the film onto the scanner. Make sure the white triangle on the holder points to the upper-right corner of the scanners document table.
make sure that the arrow faces up
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Note: If youre scanning 35-mm slides, set the holder on the scanner first, then place the slides in the holder.
EPSON Smart Panel opens on your computer.
3. Click the option of your choice to scan: Copy: Make a quick copy, or several copies, of your document. Printing with EPSON color ink jet printers is recommended. Photo Print: Make prints from your photos, negatives, and slides. Printing with EPSON color ink jet printers is recommended. Scan to Application: Scan an image and open it in any supported application. Scan to E-mail: If you have a MAPI-compliant e-mail program, scan an image and automatically attach it as a file to a new message.

Note: AOL is not supported by this option. For a list of supported browsers, see your Smart Panel Users Guide.

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. 2. Do one of the following to open the Smart Panel: Press the ] Start button on your scanner. Double-click the Smart Panel icon on the desktop.
On a Macintosh, you can also open the Apple menu and select EPSON SMART PANEL.
Scan to File: Save your scan directly to a file on your hard drive. Scan to OCR: Scan a text document and open it in your word processing application, then edit it and save it as a new file. Scan to PDA: Starts PixExpress to automatically format scans and send them to your PalmTM or Pocket PC device. Scan to P.I.M. File: Save images with an expanded color space and additional P.I.M. (PRINT Image Matching) enhancements for printing with a P.I.M.-enabled printer and P.I.M. application. Scan to Web: Scan your photos and upload them to the EPSON PhotoCenterSM photo-sharing website to share them with family and friends. To sign up for an account, go to http://photo.epson.com. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to use the Smart Panel options. On many Smart Panel screens, youll need to click Finish to continue scanning and Launch to start other programs. See your on-screen Smart Panel Users Guide for detailed instructions.
In Windows XP, click Start > All Programs > EPSON Smart Panel > EPSON Smart Panel. Note: The ] Start button does not support OS X. EPSON Smart
Panel is available as a Classic application only. In Windows XP, you may see a message the first time you press the ] Start button. Select Smart Panel for Scanner, click Always use this program for this action, then click OK.
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Selecting EPSON Scan Settings
If you need to manually adjust the settings in EPSON Scan, follow the guidelines shown at right. The illustration shows EPSON Scan (in Professional Mode) with the preferred order in which settings should be adjusted. Detailed descriptions are given in the electronic Reference Guide.
Tip: The most important thing to remember when scanning is to select the correct image type and resolution for your scan.
1 Select basic settings: Document Type Document Source Image Type Resolution Target Size
3 Customize your exposure and use color management 4 Scan the image into your application

2 Preview your image

5 Close EPSON Scan

Indicator Light

The indicator light (next to the ] Start button) indicates the status of the scanner, as described below.
Light On Flashing Flashing Color Green Green Red Status The scanner is ready to scan images. The scanner is initializing (warming up) or is busy scanning. Check the following, then turn your scanner off and back on to reset it: Make sure the transportation lock is turned to the unlocked position. See the Start Here sheet for details. Make sure the scanner is properly connected to your computer. If you are scanning transparencies, make sure youve removed the reflective document mat.

Related Documentation

CPD-15341 CPD-15350 CPD-15345 CPD-15344 TM-PERF3200 PL-PERF3200 EPSON Perfection 3200 PHOTO Start Here poster EPSON Perfection 3200 Pro Start Here poster EPSON Perfection 3200 Series scanner software CD-ROM EPSON Perfection 3200 Series Notices booklet Reference Guide (HTML) EPSON Smart Panel Users Manual (HTML) EPSON Perfection 3200 Series Service Manual EPSON Perfection 3200 Series Parts List
If this does not eliminate the error, the fluorescent lamp may need to be replaced or the scanner may have another problem. Consult your dealer or EPSON. Off The scanner is unplugged or turned off.
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Specifications

Scanner Type
Premium Performance. Professional Results.
The high-value EPSON Perfection 3200 PHOTO provides premium quality scans for multiple applications. For even greater flexibility, the EPSON Perfection 3200 PRO includes professional quality software for a complete digital imaging solution. Both models offer remarkable resolution, plus high-speed connectivity options.

Flatbed color image scanner

Photoelectric Device

Color MatrixCCD line sensor

Maximum Scan Area

8.5" x 11.7" (216 mm x 297 mm)

CCD Resolution

3200 dpi

Hardware Resolution

3200 x 6400 dpi maximum with Micro Step Drive technology

Maximum Resolution

Key Features
Superior 3200 x 6400 dpi resolution
Offers spectacular image quality for sharp, vivid results
12,800 x 12,800 dpi with software interpolation

Color Depth

48-bit internal/48-bit externalD

Grayscale Depth

Powerful high-speed scanning
Speeds through slides, photos, film strips, text, graphics and more
16-bit internal/16-bit external

Optical Density

3.4 Dmax

Scaling (zoom)

4" x 9" transparency unit adapter
Scans 35mm slides, negatives and film strips, mediumformat, and 4" x 5" transparencies

50% to 200% (1% step)

Interface

48-bit scanning

Delivers brilliant, true-to-life colors
USB 1.1/2.0, IEEE 1394 (FireWire)

Light Source

White cold cathode fluorescent lamp
Scanning Speed (3200 dpi, draft mode)
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connectivity
256 gray level Full color

Warranty

14.3 msec/line (approx.) 14.3 msec/line (approx.)
One-year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada
A. B. C. D. LaserSoft SilverFast SE 6 requires Mac OS 9.1 to 9.2.x, OS X 10.1.3 or later EPSON Smart Panel supports Mac OS X Classic Mode only LaserSoft SilverFast Ai 6 requires Mac OS 9.1 to 9.2.x, OS X 10.1.4 or later External bit depth is selectable to 48-bits depending on the image editing software

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Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way Long Beach, CA 90806
Epson Canada, Ltd. 3771 Victoria Park Avenue Toronto, Ontario M1W 3Z5 Epson Latin America, Inc. 6303 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 195 Miami, FL 33126
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. EPSON is a registered trademark and MatrixCCD and EPSON Smart Panel are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. EPSON Perfection is a registered trademark and Micro Step Drive is a trademark 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-14897 2/03 50K PDF

Scanner Technology

Advanced Imaging Technology
The EPSON Perfection 3200 PHOTO and 3200 PRO create sharp, high-quality scans at lightning-fast speeds, scanning everything from negatives, photos, and film to transparencies, graphics and text. If you're looking for a high-performance product to help you expand your creative scanning capabilities, these high-value products offer the ideal solution, with advanced imaging technology and intuitive operation. Their built-in 4" x 9" transparency unit adapters provide the versatility to tackle any task. Best of all, these innovative scanners come from a company known for its award-winning technology, so you can be confident you'll capture every dazzling detail.

Minimum System Requirements
Windows and Macintosh Requirements EPSON Perfection 3200 PHOTO 100MB of available hard disk space (350MB recommended) EPSON Perfection 3200 PRO 300MB of available hard disk space (800MB recommended) EPSON Perfection 3200 PHOTO/3200 PRO CD-ROM drive (4x or faster) Available USB 2.0 or IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connection and device drivers USB 1.1/2.0 compatible operating system and applications (USB 2.0 recommended for optimum performance) 128MB RAM (256MB recommended) Additional Windows Requirements IBM compatible PC with Pentium equivalent or higher processor USB - Windows 98 Second Edition (factory installed) or - Windows 2000 Professional (factory installed or upgraded from Windows 98 factory installed) or - Windows Me (factory installed) or - Windows XP Home Edition/XP Professional (factory installed or upgraded from factory installed Windows 98/2000/Me) operating system IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - Windows 2000 Professional (factory installed) or - Windows Me (factory installed or upgraded from Windows 98) or - Windows XP Home Edition/XP Professional (factory installed or upgraded from factory installed Windows 98/2000/Me) operating system Additional Macintosh Requirements iMac, or any G3 or G4 with built-in USB USB - Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x, OS X 10.1.3 or later IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - EPSON Perfection 3200 PHOTO: Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x (FireWire updater 2.1 or later required), OS X 10.1.3 or later - EPSON Perfection 3200 PRO: Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x (FireWire updater 2.1 or later required), OS X 10.1.4 or later

Software

EPSON Perfection 3200 PHOTO LaserSoft SilverFast SE 6A Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 EPSON Smart PanelB EPSON Scan Scanning Software EPSON Perfection 3200 PRO
LaserSoft SilverFast Ai 6C Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 MonacoEZcolor 2.5 ArcSoft PhotoStudio ArcSoft PhotoBase ArcSoft Panorama Maker EPSON Smart PanelB EPSON Scan Scanning Software