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Open the Epson Scan application by double-clicking the desktop icon to begin scanning.
Select 'Professional Mode' and click the 'Scan' button to start scanning.
Set the save location, file name, and image format before scanning.
Observe the scanning progress through the 'Progress' window during the scan.
Close the Epson Scan application after the scanning is complete and files are saved.
Begin the PDF scanning process by following initial steps from the image scanning section.
Choose 'PDF (*.pdf)' as the image format using the dropdown menu.
Set paper size, orientation, and confirm PDF output settings.
Choose to save the scanned file, add more pages, or edit pages before saving.
Rotate or delete pages within the scanned document using the editing tools.
Open the Abbyy FineReader application to scan and recognize text from documents.
Click 'Scan & Read' then 'Scan' to begin the text recognition process.
Export the recognized text directly to Microsoft Word format.
Use Microsoft Word to edit the text and formatting, then save the file.
Ensure the scanner is switched on using the power button on the side.
Wait for the scanner light to stabilize and dismiss the error message by clicking 'No'.
Open the Epson Scan application by double-clicking the desktop icon to begin scanning.
Select 'Professional Mode' and click the 'Scan' button to start scanning.
Set the save location, file name, and image format before scanning.
Observe the scanning progress through the 'Progress' window during the scan.
Close the Epson Scan application after the scanning is complete and files are saved.
Begin the PDF scanning process by following initial steps from the image scanning section.
Choose 'PDF (*.pdf)' as the image format using the dropdown menu.
Set paper size, orientation, and confirm PDF output settings.
Choose to save the scanned file, add more pages, or edit pages before saving.
Rotate or delete pages within the scanned document using the editing tools.
Open the Abbyy FineReader application to scan and recognize text from documents.
Click 'Scan & Read' then 'Scan' to begin the text recognition process.
Export the recognized text directly to Microsoft Word format.
Use Microsoft Word to edit the text and formatting, then save the file.
Ensure the scanner is switched on using the power button on the side.
Wait for the scanner light to stabilize and dismiss the error message by clicking 'No'.
The Epson Perfection 4490 Photo is an A4 scanner designed for scanning images, documents, and text. It offers various modes and settings to cater to different scanning needs, from basic document capture to more advanced photo restoration and text editing.
The primary function of the Epson Perfection 4490 Photo is to convert physical documents and images into digital files. It supports scanning in different formats, including JPEG for images and PDF for documents, and also features optical character recognition (OCR) for converting scanned text into editable digital text. The scanner operates through the "Epson Scan" software, which provides a user-friendly interface for controlling scanning parameters and managing scanned output.
The manual primarily focuses on operational usage and troubleshooting for starting the scanner.
The manual does not detail routine cleaning or hardware maintenance, but implies that ensuring the device is powered on and ready is a key aspect of its operational maintenance. For any technical assistance beyond these steps, users are directed to ask a member of staff at the Level 1 counter.
| Scanning Resolution | 1200 x 2400 dpi |
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| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Compatibility | Windows, Mac |
| Type | Flatbed |
| Scan Size | A4 |
| Maximum Document Size | 216 x 297 mm |
| Color Depth | 48-bit |











