Epson Perfection 4990 User's Guide

Epson Perfection 4990 manual cover
Pages 8
Year 2004
Language(s)
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Start Here Epson Perfection 4990

Unpack Your Scanner 1 Make sure you have all the parts shown below for your Epson scanner:

Note: If youll be connecting your scanner using IEEE 1394 (FireWire

or iLinkTM), youll need to purchase an IEEE 1394 cable (not included).

2 Remove all the packing tape, but leave the large sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it.

3 Insert the hinges on the cover into the square holes at the back of the scanner.

4 Slide the transportation lock to the unlocked position.

5 Attach the document mat. Hold the top of the document mat and slide it down gently along the document cover. Make sure the tabs on the bottom and sides of the document mat fit in the slots on the document cover.

6 Close the cover.

Install the Software Wait! You must install your software before connecting the scanner to your computer. The installation process may take several minutes. Be sure to close all open programs and turn off any virus protection programs.

The software works with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, and Macintosh

OS X 10.2.x to 10.3.x. Follow the steps below (for Windows), or the steps in the next column (for Macintosh).

Note: If you dont already have Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements on your computer, install Photoshop Elements from the CD-ROM included with your scanner.

Windows First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. At the first screen, click Next.

2 Make sure US English is selected and click Next.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation and accept the software license conditions.

4 When you see this screen, click the Adobe Photoshop Elements button.

5 Follow the on-screen instructions. When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

If you dont have Acrobat Reader, eject the CD-ROM and repeat steps 1 to 3. Then select Adobe Acrobat Reader to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and install the scanner software as described below.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. If it doesnt start, do the following:

Windows XP: Click Start, click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

Windows 98, Me, and 2000: Double-click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

2 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

3 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

4 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

5 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. The software installs automatically.

6 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

7 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions in the next column to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically.

2 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

3 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

4 Select the type of plug-in you want to install:

Photoshop plug-in installer (for Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements), recommended

TWAIN plug-in installer (for other TWAIN-compliant applications)

5 Click Begin Installation, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Macintosh Note: EPSON Scan does not support the UNIX File System (UFS) for Mac OS X. You must install the software on a disk or in a partition that does not have UFS.

First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive.

2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon and double-click the English folder.

3 Double-click the Install Photoshop Elements icon.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation, and accept the software license conditions. Enter your administrator name and password, then click OK.

5 When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

6 When you see this screen, click the Install button.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.

8 When youre finished, click Quit.

9 If you dont have Acrobat Reader, you can install it from the CD-ROM. Open the Adobe Acrobat Reader folder. Then double-click the Reader Installer icon to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the following instructions to install the scanner software.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Epson icon.

3 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

4 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

5 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

6 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If you are prompted to restart, click Quit.

8 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

9 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions below to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double click the SF(Epson-SE) CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Installer icon.

3 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

4 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

5 Click Begin Installation. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

6 Click Continue.

7 Read the license agreement and click Accept, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and restart your system. Then follow the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Scanner

CD-ROM with EPSON Scan driver, software, and electronic manuals

USB cable

Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM

Film holders

LaserSoft ImagingTM SilverFast SE CD-ROM

Scanner cover/transparency unit

Film area guide

Document mat

IMPORTANT! Leave the sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it

Click Adobe Photoshop Elements

Click Install

Click this icon

Click Install

Click this icon

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Start Here Epson Perfection 4990

Unpack Your Scanner 1 Make sure you have all the parts shown below for your Epson scanner:

Note: If youll be connecting your scanner using IEEE 1394 (FireWire

or iLinkTM), youll need to purchase an IEEE 1394 cable (not included).

2 Remove all the packing tape, but leave the large sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it.

3 Insert the hinges on the cover into the square holes at the back of the scanner.

4 Slide the transportation lock to the unlocked position.

5 Attach the document mat. Hold the top of the document mat and slide it down gently along the document cover. Make sure the tabs on the bottom and sides of the document mat fit in the slots on the document cover.

6 Close the cover.

Install the Software Wait! You must install your software before connecting the scanner to your computer. The installation process may take several minutes. Be sure to close all open programs and turn off any virus protection programs.

The software works with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, and Macintosh

OS X 10.2.x to 10.3.x. Follow the steps below (for Windows), or the steps in the next column (for Macintosh).

Note: If you dont already have Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements on your computer, install Photoshop Elements from the CD-ROM included with your scanner.

Windows First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. At the first screen, click Next.

2 Make sure US English is selected and click Next.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation and accept the software license conditions.

4 When you see this screen, click the Adobe Photoshop Elements button.

5 Follow the on-screen instructions. When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

If you dont have Acrobat Reader, eject the CD-ROM and repeat steps 1 to 3. Then select Adobe Acrobat Reader to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and install the scanner software as described below.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. If it doesnt start, do the following:

Windows XP: Click Start, click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

Windows 98, Me, and 2000: Double-click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

2 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

3 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

4 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

5 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. The software installs automatically.

6 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

7 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions in the next column to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically.

2 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

3 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

4 Select the type of plug-in you want to install:

Photoshop plug-in installer (for Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements), recommended

TWAIN plug-in installer (for other TWAIN-compliant applications)

5 Click Begin Installation, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Macintosh Note: EPSON Scan does not support the UNIX File System (UFS) for Mac OS X. You must install the software on a disk or in a partition that does not have UFS.

First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive.

2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon and double-click the English folder.

3 Double-click the Install Photoshop Elements icon.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation, and accept the software license conditions. Enter your administrator name and password, then click OK.

5 When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

6 When you see this screen, click the Install button.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.

8 When youre finished, click Quit.

9 If you dont have Acrobat Reader, you can install it from the CD-ROM. Open the Adobe Acrobat Reader folder. Then double-click the Reader Installer icon to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the following instructions to install the scanner software.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Epson icon.

3 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

4 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

5 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

6 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If you are prompted to restart, click Quit.

8 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

9 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions below to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double click the SF(Epson-SE) CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Installer icon.

3 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

4 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

5 Click Begin Installation. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

6 Click Continue.

7 Read the license agreement and click Accept, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and restart your system. Then follow the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Scanner

CD-ROM with EPSON Scan driver, software, and electronic manuals

USB cable

Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM

Film holders

LaserSoft ImagingTM SilverFast SE CD-ROM

Scanner cover/transparency unit

Film area guide

Document mat

IMPORTANT! Leave the sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it

Click Adobe Photoshop Elements

Click Install

Click this icon

Click Install

Click this icon

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Start Here Epson Perfection 4990

Unpack Your Scanner 1 Make sure you have all the parts shown below for your Epson scanner:

Note: If youll be connecting your scanner using IEEE 1394 (FireWire

or iLinkTM), youll need to purchase an IEEE 1394 cable (not included).

2 Remove all the packing tape, but leave the large sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it.

3 Insert the hinges on the cover into the square holes at the back of the scanner.

4 Slide the transportation lock to the unlocked position.

5 Attach the document mat. Hold the top of the document mat and slide it down gently along the document cover. Make sure the tabs on the bottom and sides of the document mat fit in the slots on the document cover.

6 Close the cover.

Install the Software Wait! You must install your software before connecting the scanner to your computer. The installation process may take several minutes. Be sure to close all open programs and turn off any virus protection programs.

The software works with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, and Macintosh

OS X 10.2.x to 10.3.x. Follow the steps below (for Windows), or the steps in the next column (for Macintosh).

Note: If you dont already have Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements on your computer, install Photoshop Elements from the CD-ROM included with your scanner.

Windows First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. At the first screen, click Next.

2 Make sure US English is selected and click Next.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation and accept the software license conditions.

4 When you see this screen, click the Adobe Photoshop Elements button.

5 Follow the on-screen instructions. When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

If you dont have Acrobat Reader, eject the CD-ROM and repeat steps 1 to 3. Then select Adobe Acrobat Reader to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and install the scanner software as described below.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. If it doesnt start, do the following:

Windows XP: Click Start, click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

Windows 98, Me, and 2000: Double-click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

2 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

3 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

4 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

5 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. The software installs automatically.

6 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

7 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions in the next column to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically.

2 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

3 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

4 Select the type of plug-in you want to install:

Photoshop plug-in installer (for Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements), recommended

TWAIN plug-in installer (for other TWAIN-compliant applications)

5 Click Begin Installation, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Macintosh Note: EPSON Scan does not support the UNIX File System (UFS) for Mac OS X. You must install the software on a disk or in a partition that does not have UFS.

First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive.

2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon and double-click the English folder.

3 Double-click the Install Photoshop Elements icon.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation, and accept the software license conditions. Enter your administrator name and password, then click OK.

5 When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

6 When you see this screen, click the Install button.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.

8 When youre finished, click Quit.

9 If you dont have Acrobat Reader, you can install it from the CD-ROM. Open the Adobe Acrobat Reader folder. Then double-click the Reader Installer icon to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the following instructions to install the scanner software.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Epson icon.

3 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

4 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

5 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

6 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If you are prompted to restart, click Quit.

8 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

9 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions below to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double click the SF(Epson-SE) CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Installer icon.

3 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

4 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

5 Click Begin Installation. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

6 Click Continue.

7 Read the license agreement and click Accept, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and restart your system. Then follow the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Scanner

CD-ROM with EPSON Scan driver, software, and electronic manuals

USB cable

Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM

Film holders

LaserSoft ImagingTM SilverFast SE CD-ROM

Scanner cover/transparency unit

Film area guide

Document mat

IMPORTANT! Leave the sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it

Click Adobe Photoshop Elements

Click Install

Click this icon

Click Install

Click this icon

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Start Here Epson Perfection 4990

Unpack Your Scanner 1 Make sure you have all the parts shown below for your Epson scanner:

Note: If youll be connecting your scanner using IEEE 1394 (FireWire

or iLinkTM), youll need to purchase an IEEE 1394 cable (not included).

2 Remove all the packing tape, but leave the large sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it.

3 Insert the hinges on the cover into the square holes at the back of the scanner.

4 Slide the transportation lock to the unlocked position.

5 Attach the document mat. Hold the top of the document mat and slide it down gently along the document cover. Make sure the tabs on the bottom and sides of the document mat fit in the slots on the document cover.

6 Close the cover.

Install the Software Wait! You must install your software before connecting the scanner to your computer. The installation process may take several minutes. Be sure to close all open programs and turn off any virus protection programs.

The software works with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, and Macintosh

OS X 10.2.x to 10.3.x. Follow the steps below (for Windows), or the steps in the next column (for Macintosh).

Note: If you dont already have Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements on your computer, install Photoshop Elements from the CD-ROM included with your scanner.

Windows First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. At the first screen, click Next.

2 Make sure US English is selected and click Next.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation and accept the software license conditions.

4 When you see this screen, click the Adobe Photoshop Elements button.

5 Follow the on-screen instructions. When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

If you dont have Acrobat Reader, eject the CD-ROM and repeat steps 1 to 3. Then select Adobe Acrobat Reader to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and install the scanner software as described below.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically. If it doesnt start, do the following:

Windows XP: Click Start, click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

Windows 98, Me, and 2000: Double-click My Computer, then double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.

2 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

3 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

4 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

5 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. The software installs automatically.

6 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

7 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions in the next column to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The installer starts automatically.

2 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

3 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

4 Select the type of plug-in you want to install:

Photoshop plug-in installer (for Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements), recommended

TWAIN plug-in installer (for other TWAIN-compliant applications)

5 Click Begin Installation, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Macintosh Note: EPSON Scan does not support the UNIX File System (UFS) for Mac OS X. You must install the software on a disk or in a partition that does not have UFS.

First youll install Adobe Photoshop Elements, then your scanner software, and finally SilverFast.

Photoshop Elements

1 Insert the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive.

2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon and double-click the English folder.

3 Double-click the Install Photoshop Elements icon.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions to begin installation, and accept the software license conditions. Enter your administrator name and password, then click OK.

5 When youre asked for a serial number, enter the number printed on the sticker attached to the CD-ROM sleeve.

6 When you see this screen, click the Install button.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.

8 When youre finished, click Quit.

9 If you dont have Acrobat Reader, you can install it from the CD-ROM. Open the Adobe Acrobat Reader folder. Then double-click the Reader Installer icon to install it.

Remove the CD-ROM and continue with the following instructions to install the scanner software.

Scanner Software

1 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Epson icon.

3 At the language selection screen, select your preferred language.

4 When you see the antivirus software message, click Continue.

5 Read the license agreement, then click Agree to continue.

6 At the Software Installation screen, click Install. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If you are prompted to restart, click Quit.

8 At the end of the installation, click Exit.

9 Register your scanner when prompted, then remove the CD-ROM.

Continue with the instructions below to install SilverFast.

SilverFast

1 Insert the LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast SE CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double click the SF(Epson-SE) CD-ROM icon.

2 Double-click the Installer icon.

3 Choose your language from the pull-down menu.

4 Click the Install SilverFast icon.

5 Click Begin Installation. Enter your administrator name and password, if necessary.

6 Click Continue.

7 Read the license agreement and click Accept, then follow the steps on the screen to finish the installation.

Remove the CD-ROM and restart your system. Then follow the instructions on the back of this sheet to connect the scanner.

Scanner

CD-ROM with EPSON Scan driver, software, and electronic manuals

USB cable

Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM

Film holders

LaserSoft ImagingTM SilverFast SE CD-ROM

Scanner cover/transparency unit

Film area guide

Document mat

IMPORTANT! Leave the sticker in place until you are instructed to remove it

Click Adobe Photoshop Elements

Click Install

Click this icon

Click Install

Click this icon

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Connect the Scanner After your software is installed, its time to connect your scanner.

1 Remove the tab from the transportation lock. Use a coin to turn the lock clockwise one-quarter turn to unlock the scanner carriage.

2 Remove the sticker from the back of the scanner.

3 Connect the cable for the built-in transparency unit (scanner cover). Make sure the notch and arrow on the connector are facing up.

4 Connect either the USB cable that came with the scanner or an optional IEEE 1394 (FireWire) cable. Do not connect both cables.

If youre using USB Plug the square end of the USB cable into the scanners USB port. Then plug the flat end into any available USB port on your computer or hub.

Note: Your scanner may not work correctly if you use a USB cable other than the one supplied by Epson or if you connect your scanner through more than one hub.

If youre using IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Plug one end of the IEEE 1394 cable (not included) into the scanners IEEE 1394 port. Then plug the other end into the IEEE 1394 (FireWire or iLink) port on your computer.

5 Plug the scanners power cord into an electrical outlet.

6 Make sure the cover is closed, then press the P power button on the front of the scanner to turn it on.

The scanner turns on and the indicator light flashes green. It stops flashing and turns green when the scanner is ready.

Scanner Basics Scanning With Photoshop You can import your scanned image into Adobe Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, or another TWAIN-compliant application. You can use the tools in these applications to modify the image before you save or print it.

1 Raise the scanner lid and place your photo face down on the glass.

Then close the cover.

2 Start Adobe Photoshop Elements.

In Windows, click Start > Programs or All Programs > Adobe Photoshop Elements.

On a Macintosh, open the Adobe Photoshop Elements folder (in your Applications folder) and double-click the Photoshop Elements icon.

3 Select File > Import > EPSON Perfection 4990.

4 EPSON Scan starts, pre-scans, and recognizes the type of image you placed on the scanner, then scans your photo and opens it in Photoshop Elements.

Note: If you dont like the preview, you can use EPSON Scan to fine-tune the image before scanning. See your Quick Guide or on-screen Perfection 4990 Reference Guide for details.

5 Close EPSON Scan. Then use Photoshop Elements to edit, enhance, save, and print your file.

Note: To scan with the SilverFast plug-in, select SilverFast (Epson-SE) in step 3 instead of EPSON Perfection 4990. See the SilverFast documentation for instructions on using the plug-in.

Enhancing Your Photos EPSON Scan includes several features to improve your scans, including DIGITAL ICE Technology, Color Restoration, and Dust Removal (for film). For details on using these features, see your Quick Guide booklet or on-screen Perfection 4990 Reference Guide.

Problems? First, check the indicator light on the scanner.

If your problem is listed here, try these suggestions.

Questions? Heres where to look for answers:

Quick Guide

See your Quick Guide for instructions on using DIGITAL ICE Technology, scanning film and text, and basic troubleshooting.

On-Screen Reference Guide

Double-click the Perfection 4990 Reference Guide icon on your desktop. If you didnt install it, insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. At the Custom Installation screen, select Scanner Reference Guide only, then click Install. You must have Microsoft Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator (versions 5.0 or later), or Apple Safari (version 1.0 or later) to read the Reference Guide.

On-Screen Help for EPSON Scan

Click the Help button or question mark that appears on the screen when youre using these programs.

Epson Technical Support

Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services described below:

World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach Epson Support at http://support.epson.com.

Automated Telephone Services To use Automated Telephone Services, you must have a touch tone telephone and call (800) 922-8911. Your Epson SoundAdvice Express Code is 70605. Use it to quickly select your scanner in SoundAdvice.

To Speak to a Customer Service Representative Dial (562) 276-4382 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday to Friday. Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Before you call, please have the following information ready:

Product name (Epson Perfection 4990 Photo)

Product serial number (located on the back of the scanner)

Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase

Computer configuration

Description of the problem

Software Technical Support

* Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Perfection is a registered trademark and SoundAdvice is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.

DIGITAL ICE is a trademark of Kodak.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

2004 Epson America, Inc. 9/04

Remove sticker

Flashing green Warming up or scanning.

Green Ready to scan.

Flashing red Make sure both transportation locks are unlocked.

Try restarting your computer and turning the scanner off and then on again.

If the red light is still flashing, contact your dealer or Epson.

Off Make sure the scanner is connected to your computer and turned on.

The New Hardware Wizard appears on your screen.

Click Cancel and follow the steps in Install the Software on the other side of this sheet. Disconnect the scanner before installing the software.

The scanner makes a grinding noise when it is turned on.

Make sure both transportation locks are unlocked.

You see a message about a HI-SPEED USB device in Windows XP.

Click the x in the corner of the message to close it. Your scanner will work correctly.

You see an error message when you try to scan, or the scanner doesnt scan.

Make sure the scanner is connected to your computer, plugged into a power source, and the power switch is turned on.

Make sure both transportation locks are unlocked.

Before and After DIGITAL ICE Technology

Before and After Color Restoration

Before and After Dust Removal

Software Telephone*/Fax* Internet and E-mail

EPSON Scan U.S.: (562) 276-4382

Canada: (905) 709-3839

6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Pacific Time, Monday to Friday

support.epson.com

ABBYY FineReader Sprint

(510) 226-6719

Fax: (510) 226-6069

www.abbyyusa.com

[email protected]

Adobe Photoshop Elements

(206) 675-6126

6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Pacific Time, Monday to Friday (pay support)

www.adobe.com/support

[email protected]

LaserSoft Imaging

SilverFast (888) 309-4215

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Eastern Time, Monday to Friday (pay support)

Fax: (941) 387-7574

www.SilverFast.com

[email protected]

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Connect the Scanner After your software is installed, its time to connect your scanner.

1 Remove the tab from the transportation lock. Use a coin to turn the lock clockwise one-quarter turn to unlock the scanner carriage.

2 Remove the sticker from the back of the scanner.

3 Connect the cable for the built-in transparency unit (scanner cover). Make sure the notch and arrow on the connector are facing up.

4 Connect either the USB cable that came with the scanner or an optional IEEE 1394 (FireWire) cable. Do not connect both cables.

If youre using USB Plug the square end of the USB cable into the scanners USB port. Then plug the flat end into any available USB port on your computer or hub.

Note: Your scanner may not work correctly if you use a USB cable other than the one supplied by Epson or if you connect your scanner through more than one hub.

If youre using IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Plug one end of the IEEE 1394 cable (not included) into the scanners IEEE 1394 port. Then plug the other end into the IEEE 1394 (FireWire or iLink) port on your computer.

5 Plug the scanners power cord into an electrical outlet.

6 Make sure the cover is closed, then press the P power button on the front of the scanner to turn it on.

The scanner turns on and the indicator light flashes green. It stops flashing and turns green when the scanner is ready.

Scanner Basics Scanning With Photoshop You can import your scanned image into Adobe Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, or another TWAIN-compliant application. You can use the tools in these applications to modify the image before you save or print it.

1 Raise the scanner lid and place your photo face down on the glass.

Then close the cover.

2 Start Adobe Photoshop Elements.

In Windows, click Start > Programs or All Programs > Adobe Photoshop Elements.

On a Macintosh, open the Adobe Photoshop Elements folder (in your Applications folder) and double-click the Photoshop Elements icon.

3 Select File > Import > EPSON Perfection 4990.

4 EPSON Scan starts, pre-scans, and recognizes the type of image you placed on the scanner, then scans your photo and opens it in Photoshop Elements.

Note: If you dont like the preview, you can use EPSON Scan to fine-tune the image before scanning. See your Quick Guide or on-screen Perfection 4990 Reference Guide for details.

5 Close EPSON Scan. Then use Photoshop Elements to edit, enhance, save, and print your file.

Note: To scan with the SilverFast plug-in, select SilverFast (Epson-SE) in step 3 instead of EPSON Perfection 4990. See the SilverFast documentation for instructions on using the plug-in.

Enhancing Your Photos EPSON Scan includes several features to improve your scans, including DIGITAL ICE Technology, Color Restoration, and Dust Removal (for film). For details on using these features, see your Quick Guide booklet or on-screen Perfection 4990 Reference Guide.

Problems? First, check the indicator light on the scanner.

If your problem is listed here, try these suggestions.

Questions? Heres where to look for answers:

Quick Guide

See your Quick Guide for instructions on using DIGITAL ICE Technology, scanning film and text, and basic troubleshooting.

On-Screen Reference Guide

Double-click the Perfection 4990 Reference Guide icon on your desktop. If you didnt install it, insert the scanner software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. At the Custom Installation screen, select Scanner Reference Guide only, then click Install. You must have Microsoft Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator (versions 5.0 or later), or Apple Safari (version 1.0 or later) to read the Reference Guide.

On-Screen Help for EPSON Scan

Click the Help button or question mark that appears on the screen when youre using these programs.

Epson Technical Support

Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services described below:

World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach Epson Support at http://support.epson.com.

Automated Telephone Services To use Automated Telephone Services, you must have a touch tone telephone and call (800) 922-8911. Your Epson SoundAdvice Express Code is 70605. Use it to quickly select your scanner in SoundAdvice.

To Speak to a Customer Service Representative Dial (562) 276-4382 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday to Friday. Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Before you call, please have the following information ready:

Product name (Epson Perfection 4990 Photo)

Product serial number (located on the back of the scanner)

Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase

Computer configuration

Description of the problem

Software Technical Support

* Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Perfection is a registered trademark and SoundAdvice is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.

DIGITAL ICE is a trademark of Kodak.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

2004 Epson America, Inc. 9/04

Remove sticker

Flashing green Warming up or scanning.

Green Ready to scan.

Flashing red Make sure both transportation locks are unlocked.

Try restarting your computer and turning the scanner off and then on again.

If the red light is still flashing, contact your dealer or Epson.

Off Make sure the scanner is connected to your computer and turned on.

The New Hardware Wizard appears on your screen.

Click Cancel and follow the steps in Install the Software on the other side of this sheet. Disconnect the scanner before installing the software.

The scanner makes a grinding noise when it is turned on.

Make sure both transportation locks are unlocked.

You see a message about a HI-SPEED USB device in Windows XP.

Click the x in the corner of the message to close it. Your scanner will work correctly.

You see an error message when you try to scan, or the scanner doesnt scan.

Make sure the scanner is connected to your computer, plugged into a power source, and the power switch is turned on.

Make sure both transportation locks are unlocked.

Before and After DIGITAL ICE Technology

Before and After Color Restoration

Before and After Dust Removal

Software Telephone*/Fax* Internet and E-mail

EPSON Scan U.S.: (562) 276-4382

Canada: (905) 709-3839

6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Pacific Time, Monday to Friday

support.epson.com

ABBYY FineReader Sprint

(510) 226-6719

Fax: (510) 226-6069

www.abbyyusa.com

[email protected]

Adobe Photoshop Elements

(206) 675-6126

6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Pacific Time, Monday to Friday (pay support)

www.adobe.com/support

[email protected]

LaserSoft Imaging

SilverFast (888) 309-4215

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Eastern Time, Monday to Friday (pay support)

Fax: (941) 387-7574

www.SilverFast.com

[email protected]

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Connect the Scanner After your software is installed, its time to connect your scanner.

1 Remove the tab from the transportation lock. Use a coin to turn the lock clockwise one-quarter turn to unlock the scanner carriage.

2 Remove the sticker from the back of the scanner.

3 Connect the cable for the built-in transparency unit (scanner cover). Make sure the notch and arrow on the connector are facing up.

4 Connect either the USB cable that came with the scanner or an optional IEEE 1394 (FireWire) cable. Do not connect both cables.

If youre using USB Plug the square end of the USB cable into the scanners USB port. Then plug the flat end into any available USB port on your computer or hub.

Note: Your scanner may not work correctly if you use a USB cable other than the one supplied by Epson or if you connect your scanner through more than one hub.