Epson 4990 Photo Scanner User Manual


 
4 Scanner Features
Here are some examples of scan times with and without DIGITAL ICE
Technology over a FireWire
®
connection. Your scan times may vary, depending on
your computer system, connection, and the amount of defect correction needed.
Note:
When using DIGITAL ICE Technology to scan printed photos, select a resolution
between 50 and 1200 dpi. Note that DIGITAL ICE Technology does not detect tape or
fingerprints or marks from pens or markers because these appear as part of the image
and not as surface defects. DIGITAL ICE Technology should not be used to scan printed
items like magazines.
DIGITAL ICE Technology supports color and chromogenic (dye-based) black and white
film. For best results, do not use with conventional black and white negative film or
Kodachrome
film.
Epson Easy Photo Fix
With just one click, you can use Easy Photo Fix to restore the color of faded
photos, negatives, and slides; remove dust from slides and negatives; or reduce film
grain in your scans. The three elements of Easy Photo Fix are described below:
Color Restoration
Restores faded photographs, slides, and negatives. Removes the blue hue from
underwater photos.
Dust Removal
Removes dust from slides and negatives, including black and white negative
film and Kodachrome film.
Grain Reduction
Reduces the grain pattern on film. Use when scanning high-speed film or
underexposed images in Professional Mode.
Original photo Resolution
Scan time without
DIGITAL ICE
Technology
Scan time with
DIGITAL ICE
Technology
4 × 6 photo 300 dpi 9 seconds 1 minute, 55 seconds
35mm slide 2400 dpi 51 seconds 7 minutes, 58 seconds
35mm negative 2400 dpi 1 minute, 7 seconds 9 minutes, 6 seconds