Epson Expression 1680 Special Edition Scanner Scanner

A remarkable breakthrough in high quality imaging, the Epson Expression® 1680 is Epson's first 1600 x 3200 dpi flatbed scanner to feature 48-bit color and a 3.6 Dmax. Optimized to deliver enhanced colors, subtle highlights, and sharp shadow detail, this affordable scanner sets a new standard in image quality.

The Epson Expression 1680 blazes through each scan with reliable performance and minimum noise. Our exclusive ColorTrue® II Imaging System and MatrixCCD™ technology combine custom optics, a xenon lamp, Dynamic Range Control, and superior image processing.

With the highest price/performance ratio in its category, this durable unit is perfect for busy graphics professionals and photographers. Quickly and accurately, it delivers extraordinary results with virtually any original, from reflective media up to 8.5" x 11.7" and 35mm to 8" x 10" transparencies (optional transparency unit required). Its quick-and-easy batch scanning capabilities help your customers increase productivity, while its Dual-Focus Mechanism, in combination with its custom film holders, eliminates "Newton Ring" problems.

The scanner supports both USB and SCSI connectivity. And, with the optional high-speed FireWire® interface, it's compatible with both the Power Mac™ G4 and the latest PCs. The Epson Expression 1680-Special Edition includes the Epson Scan scanning software and an electronic reference guide.

Scanner Type	Flatbed color image scanner
Photoelectric Device	Color MatrixCCD line sensor
Optical Resolution	1600 dpi
Hardware Resolution	1600 x 3200 dpi with Micro Step Drive technology
Maximum Resolution	12800 x 12800 dpi with software interpolation
Effective Pixels	13,600 x 18,720 pixels (1600 dpi)
Color Hardware Bit Depth	48-bits per pixel internal, 48-bits per pixel external (External bit depth is selectable to 48 bits depending on the image editing software.)
Grayscale Hardware Bit Depth	16-bits per pixel internal, 16-bits per pixel external (External bit depth is selectable to 16 bits depending on the image editing software.)
Optical Density	3.6 Dmax
Scaling (Zoom)	50% to 200% (1% step)
Brightness	7 levels
Focus Control	Dual Focus Control
Accessories








Transparency Unit	Optional
Automatic Document Feeder	Optional
Optional Equipment	8.5" x 11.7" Transparency Adapter with holders for 35mm slides, film strips, 4" x 5" and 2-1/4" transparencies. 30-page Automatic Document Feeder. IEEE 1394 FireWire Scanner Interface Card.
Hardware and Software Details








Buttons	1 button; Start
Maximum Read Area	8.5" x 11.7" (216mm x 297mm)
Light Source	Xenon gas cold cathode fluorescent lamp
Interface	USB 1.1, SCSI-2
Scanning Speed	1600 dpi draft mode: Monochrome 3.1 msec/line; Full color 9.2 msec/line
Reliability	MCBF - 100,000 cycles
Environment Conditions	Temperature: Operating 41* F to 95* F (5 to 35*C), Humidity: Operating 10% to 80%, storage 10% to 85% (no condensation)
Power Requirements	Voltage: AC100V - 120V, 220V - 240V, Frequency: 50 - 60hz, Power Consumption: 30W operating without optional unit, 50W operating with optional unit.
Windows Requirements	IBM compatible PC with Pentium equivalent or higher processor. SCSI: Requires ASPI-compliant compatible Fast SCSI, Ultra or Ultra 2 SCSI PCI card. USB: USB port equipped systems with Windows 98 Second Edition (factory installed), Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows XP. IEEE 1394 FireWire: FireWire port equipped PC systems (OHCI compliant) with Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP. 64MB RAM recommended. Additional Windows requirements: CD-ROM drive (4x or faster), mouse or other pointing device.
Macintosh Requirements	PowerPC processor or higher. SCSI: Requires Power Macintosh system with built-in SCSI port or a Mac-compatible PCI SCSI/SCSI-2 card with Mac OS 8.0 to 9.x. USB: iMac, G3, G4 or USB port equipped Power Macintosh system with Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x, OS X 10.1.2 or later. IEEE 1394 FireWire: iMac, G3, G4 and FireWire port equipped Power Macintosh systems with Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x (FireWire updater 2.1 or later required), OS X 10.1.2 or later. 64MB RAM recommended. Additional Macintosh requirements: CD-ROM drive (4x or faster), mouse or other pointing device.
Physical Dimensions	Width: 13.1" (332mm), Depth: 22.1" (562mm), Height: 5.2" (133mm), Weight: 18.7 lb (8.5 kg approx.)
Software	EPSON Scan Scanning Software