EPSON PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN
04/01/2003
TC
2
Date:
Originator:
Authorization:
Total Pages:
PSB.2003.04.003
N/A
PSB #:
Reference:
Product(s):
Subject:
All EPSON Scanners
Windows™ and Macintosh® Operating System requirements for USB 1.1/2.0
and IEEE-1394/FireWire® Interface connectivity
This bulletin was created to inform customers of EPSON America’s support policy regarding
Windows™ and Macintosh® operating system requirements for USB 1.1/2.0 and IEEE-
1394/FireWire® interface connectivity.
Reason:
Currently, there are many add-in USB 2.0 and IEEE-1394 connection host adapter products on the
market that include drivers for Windows and Macintosh OS that did not originally support specific
interfaces. Epson has released several scanner products with built-in USB 2.0 and/or IEEE-1394
(FireWire) ports. This document provides a guideline on EPSON America’s support policy on the
various operating systems and the interface connections they support. EPSON technical support
representatives will only be able to support customers who have Epson products that are configured
in accordance with the operating system requirements outlined here and in the product’s
documentation. Epson customers experiencing problems on an Epson product connected to an add-
in USB 2.0 or IEEE-1394 interface that does not meet the minimum system requirements will be
asked to contact the interface product vendor or computer manufacturer for technical support.
This document is not model specific. It does not include other important system requirements
required to determine product compatibility on a user’s computer. To determine product support
compatibility, please refer to the specific scanner’s minimum system requirements found on the
The guidelines below were compiled from Microsoft’s and Apple’s Support websites and their
published system requirements for supported interface connectivity. For more information on
Windows and Macintosh Interface support please refer to Microsoft’s online Knowledge base at
interface products please refer to the vendor’s documentation or product support web site.
Windows
USB 1.1: Full version Microsoft Windows 98/98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 or
Windows XP or Upgrade from a full version of Windows 98/98SE, Me, 2000
IEEE-1394 (FireWire): Full versions of Windows Me/2000/XP, or upgrade from a full version of
Windows 98/98SE. Host computer must have an OHCI compliant IEEE-1394-1995 card or port
installed.
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed: Full versions of Windows XP or upgrade from a full version of Windows 98/98SE,
Me, 2000. Host computer must have an EHCI compliant USB 2.0 Hi-Speed card or port installed.
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EPSON PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN
Date:
3/4/2002
Originator: JD
Authorization:
PSB #:
PSB.2002.03.001
Reference:
Product(s):
TE01-320 Rev. A
Total Pages:
2
Perfection 610, 636, 640, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1640, 1650, 2450 & Expression 636, 800, 836XL,
1600, 1640XL, 1680 Series Scanners; StylusScan 2000, 2500
Compatibility Chart for Macintosh OS X Classic
Subject:
This bulletin provides information on compatibility for EPSON scanners and Stylus Scan series products running in
Macintosh OS X Classic. Mac OS X provides Classic environment for Mac OS 9.x compatible applications and
device drivers. For purposes of this document, your Macintosh computer requires OS 9.2.1 and 10.1 system
software. To set up Classic, follow the steps below:
1. First install or upgrade your Macintosh system to OS 9.2.1. Then, install OS 10.1 (for details refer to
Apple’s OS X documentation).
2. To start Classic, click the Classic icon in System Preferences. To find System Preferences go to the
Apple Menu or click on the icon in the Dock bar on the desktop. Classic can also be set up to start
automatically during the log in process. (Refer to your Apple documentation for installation and operation
of Macintosh OS X Classic and 9.2.1).
3. To run a Classic application, just double–click on it.
The following Epson models are supported in Classic.
Model
Perfection 610
Driver Version
TWAIN L 1.00E
TWAIN 3.20A
TWAIN L 2.01A
TWAIN 4.01A
TWAIN 5.02A
TWAIN 5.53A
TWAIN 5.02A
TWAIN 5.53A
Connector Type
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
Perfection 636U
Perfection 640U
Perfection 1200U
Perfection 1240U
Perfection 1250
Perfection 1640SU
Perfection 1650
Perfection 2450
Expression 1600
TWAIN 5.53A
TWAIN Pro 2.10A/Pro Network 2.00A *
Expression 1640XL
Expression 1680
Stylus Scan 2000
Stylus Scan 2500
TWAIN Pro 2.10A/Pro Network 2.00A *
TWAIN Pro 2.10A/Pro Network 2.00A *
TWAIN (v.1.10A); Printer (v.6.25E) **
TWAIN (v.1.10A); Printer (v.6.25E) **
USB
USB
USB
USB
* Expression Series Scanner Notes:
1. Start your computer in 9.2.1 before you install PageManager. If the Start button does not work, restart the
computer.
2. In order to use the Twain Pro network driver, you must have the scanner attached to a PC running Scan
Server. On a PC, the scanner can use a USB, SCSI or FireWire (Windows 2000, Me, XP only) connection.
** Stylus Scan Notes:
You must install Smart Panel from its own folder. Start your computer in 9.2.1. From the Software CD open the
Smart Panel folder. Click on the Epson Smart Panel Installer icon to install. Before you can launch Smart Panel
you must install the Stylus Scan Updater. The file can be downloaded from the Epson web site.
Important Note: MAC OS X Classic supports USB-native and network-capable devices. Classic
does not support MAC Serial, SCSI or FireWire connected devices. Therefore, the Expression
636, 800 and 836XL that all require a SCSI connection, are not supported in Classic.
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Twain Driver Installation:
1. Start your computer in 9.2.1.
2. Install the Twain driver.
3. Connect and power on the scanner.
4. Restart your computer in OS 10.1
5. Start Classic
6. Launch your scanning application
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EPSON PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN
Date: 10/02/2001
PSB No.: PSB.2001.10.002
Reference: N/A
Originator: JD
Authorization:
Affected Product(s): Presto PageManager for Epson Scanners
Subject: Links to PageManager Patches
This bulletin provides information and links to patches for Newsoft’s Presto PageManager software that is included with several of Epson
scanner products. The links provide instant access to the patch files on Newsoft’s web site.
You can also access the patches by visiting Newsoft’s web site at www.newsoftinc.com. On the home page put (do not click) your
pointer over the Support menu icon and click Patch from the drop-down menu. From the Patch Search dialog box, select product
(PageManager) and OS, then click Search. When you see the patch site, read the description and instructions. Then click Download
Now to copy the patch files to your computer.
The following scanners are bundled with Presto PageManager:
Perfection 636/636U
Perfection 1200S/1200U
Expression 1600
Expression 1640XL
GT-10000+
Perfection 610
Expression 800
Expression 1680
GT-10000
GT 30000.
Note: To verify the version of PageManager installed on your computer, launch the program and click Help from the menu bar. In the drop-down menu,
click About PageManager.
Patch Links:
To access the links listed below from the Epson web site, set your browser to http://support.epson.com/filelibrary.html. From the
Support page, select your product. Click on the selected link. A Save As dialog box appears. Select your directory and click Save to copy
the file to your hard drive. If you want to see a list of all the fixes as well as download and installation instructions for each patch, then
point your browser to www.newsoftinc.com and refer to the instructions given in the section above. To access the patch files use the links
listed below. When you click on the link,
1. If you are running Windows Me and cannot automatically launch PageManager when pressing the scanner’s Start button please
use this link to download an updated version of PageManager.
Note: The patch does not support PageManager 4.00.01; see item 2 below.
2. If you are running Windows Me and cannot automatically launch PageManager (v4.00.01) when pressing the scanner’s Start
button please use this link to download an updated version of PageManager.
3. If you are running Windows Me and PageManager hangs when you are launching the program--you see a Watcom SQL 4.0 icon
in the taskbar—please use this link to update PageManager’s database.
If you still have a problem when using PageManager then please contact Newsoft at 510 445-8616 or visit their web site.
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EPSON PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN
Date: 9/07/2001
PSB No.: 2001.08.002
Reference: TE01-045 Rev. B
Originator: TC & JD
Authorization:
Affected Product(s): EPSON Imaging Products (Scanners, Digital Cameras, and Stylus Scan Devices)
Subject: Compatibility Chart for Macintosh OS X Classic
This bulletin provides information on compatibility for EPSON Scanners, Digital Cameras, and Stylus Scan
Series devices running in Macintosh OS X Classic mode. Mac OS X provides the Classic environment mode for
Mac OS 9 compatible applications and device drivers. Classic mode will require Mac OS 9.1 system software.
To setup Classic mode follow the steps below:
1. First install or upgrade your Macintosh system to OS 9.1 before installing OS X (for details refer to
Apple’s OS X documentation).
2. To start in Classic mode, click the Classic icon in System Preferences. To find System Preferences go to
the Apple Menu or click on the icon in the Dock bar on the desktop. Classic mode can also be set up to
start automatically during the log in process. (Refer to your Apple documentation for installation and
operation of Macintosh OS X Classic and 9.1).
3. To run a Classic application, just double–click on it or a document created with the application.
A) The following Epson models are supported in OS X Classic mode via USB.
Model
Perfection 610
Perfection 636U
Perfection 640U
Perfection 1200U
Perfection 1240U
Perfection 1640SU
Expression 1600
Expression 1640XL
Expression 1680
Stylus Scan 2000
Stylus Scan 2500
Photo PC 800/850Z/3000Z
Driver Version
TWAIN L 1.00E
TWAIN 3.20A
TWAIN L 2.01A
TWAIN 4.01A
TWAIN 5.00A
TWAIN 5.00A
TWAIN Pro/Pro Network 2.00A *
TWAIN Pro/Pro Network 2.00A *
TWAIN Pro/Pro Network 2.00A *
TWAIN (v.1.10A); Printer (v.6.25E) **
TWAIN (v.1.10A); Printer (v.6.25E) **
Connector Type
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
USB
EPSON Photo!3 (v.1.40E) ***
USB Storage Device ****
Photo PC 3100Z
USB
Note: MAC OS X Classic mode supports USB-native and network-capable devices. Classic mode does not
support MAC Serial, SCSI or FireWire connected devices.
* Expression Series Scanner Notes:
1. When installing the TWAIN driver and you are prompted to restart your computer, click Quit instead.
2. Click Stop to close the Classic environment. Close the System Preferences folder. Then restart the computer.
3. If you install PageManager v 2.40.05 for the Expression series scanners and the Start button does not work, restart
the computer.
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** Stylus Scan Notes:
1. You must install the Stylus Scan drivers in a true 9.1 environment. Do not install in OS X Classic, the installation
will hang. From the Printing and Scanning Software CD, open the Epson Stylus Scan 2xxx folder and click on the
icon to install the drivers. When prompted, restart the computer. Make sure the startup disk is set to OS X before
restarting. Start Classic and install Smart Panel.
2. You must install Smart Panel from its own folder. From the Software CD open the Smart Panel folder. Click on
the Epson Smart Panel Installer icon to install. Before you can launch Smart Panel you must install the Stylus Scan
Updater. The file can be downloaded from the Epson web site.
*** Digital Camera Notes:
1. EPSON Photo! 3 must be installed in a true Mac OS 9.1 environment. It cannot be installed in Mac OS X
Classic mode. After installation, restart the computer in OS X, start Classic, then launch Photo! 3.
2. Use the EPSON Camera Monitor Setup dialog box in Apple Menu Items to assign an application before
using the programmable Push (Shutter) Button Function.
3. You can use the Push Button Function in Classic mode.
****Photo PC 3100Z Notes:
1. This camera is supported by Mac OS X native mode using the embedded Image Capture application.
B) The following models are not supported in OS X Classic when using the connector type(s) described
in the chart below.
Model
Perfection 636
Connector Type
SCSI
SCSI
Perfection 1200
Expression 636
SCSI
Expression 800
SCSI
Expression 1600
Expression 1640XL
Expression 1680
Expression 836XL
GT-10000 (PC platform only)
GT-10000+ (PC platform only)
GT-30000 (PC platform only)
Photo PC 500
SCSI/FireWire
SCSI/FireWire
SCSI/FireWire
SCSI
SCSI
SCSI
SCSI/FireWire
Serial
Photo PC 600
Serial
Photo PC 650
Serial
Photo PC 700
Serial
Photo PC 750Z
Serial
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