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Epson Expression 10000XL- Graphic Arts Scanner Review

I bought the Epson Expression 10000XL Graphic Arts Scanner to archive my large format photographs from my long ago modeling years and to use it for future graphic arts projects. I have a G4 Mac with no USB port and I need to be able to use it on Photoshop 6 on an even older G4 Mac. I was concerned that this model did not have Silverfast 2 software because I read it was invaluable especially for dust removal. Well,I can report that the dust removal,sharpening,light,color adjustments and auto focus that come with the Graphic Arts model work great for my purposes and are extremely easy to use. No need to go to “scanner school” beforehand. I do the detail work later in Photoshop 6. The installation was a bit tricky because of my older Mac. It took 2 phone calls to Epson technical support (located in the Philippines). They were very friendly and patient and sent me the right installation software for my older Mac. The 300 dpi large b/w and color photos scan pretty fast, maybe two minutes for b/w, 5 min for color. The 1200 dpi color zoomed in detail scans take a long time without USB and the G4, maybe 15-20 minutes,every now and then they don’t get done: It indicates: just one more minute,with my processor working at 90%, but that minute goes on forever. The quality of the scans look fine to me, 16 bit b/w and 48 bit color channels are too advanced for Photoshop 6 and I have to size them down to 8 channel b/w and color to be able to work on them. I haven’t done any color graphic arts projects yet,so I can’t report on that. Overall so far so good. Hopefully I’ll be able to use the scanner with future Mac models in order to justify the hefty price tag.

Product Feature

2,400 x 4,800 optical resolution, 3.8 Dmax optical density
48-bit color depth, 16-bit grayscale; 50% to 200% zoom
A3 sized scanning surface for originals up to 12.2 by 17.2 inches
Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, MonacoEZcolor with reflective IT8 Target
USB 2.0, Firewire, optional networking; PC and Mac compatible

Epson Expression 10000XL- Graphic Arts Scanner Overview

The high performance 2400 dpi, large-format scanner for professional photographers and graphic artists.

With 2400 dpi resolution – higher than any other B-size flatbed scanner available today – plus a 3.8 Dmax and 48-bit color, the Epson Expression 10000XL offers everything professional photographers and graphic artists require for high-quality, large-volume scanning.

Main Features

Manufacturer: Epson Corporation

Manufacturer Part Number: E10000XL-GA

Manufacturer Website Address: www.epson.com

Product Type: Flatbed Scanner

Image Sensor: CCD

Scan Resolution: 2400 x 4800 dpi Hardware / 12800 x 12800 dpi Interpolated / 2400 dpi Optical

Bit Depth: 48 bit Color / 16 bit Grayscale

Media Type: Plain Paper

Media Size: 12.2″ x 17.2″

Ports: 1 x USB 2.0 USB, 1 x FireWire

Dimensions: 6.2″ Height x 25.8″ Width x 18″ Depth

Weight: 28.7 lb Approximate

Standard Warranty: 1 Year(s) Limited – U.S. and Canada

Epson Expression 10000XL- Graphic Arts Scanner Specifications

The Epson Expression 10000XL graphic arts edition is a large-format flatbed scanner designed for graphic artists and other high-end users. With its high 2,400 dpi scanning resolution, 48-bit internal color depth, and 3.8 optical density, images are crisp and accurate. The six-line alternated color CCD and auto focus optics system help to ensure that you get the best scans possible. Scan speeds are as high as 2.7 ms/line (at 1,200 dpi), while an optional automatic document feeder allows you to scan multiple sheets at a time. You can zoom in 1% increments anywhere from 50% to 200%.

The software bundle includes a variety of applications to help you easily achieve the best scan results possible. Titles include EPSON Scan 2.2, MonacoEZcolor with reflective IT8 Target, Photoshop Elements 2, and ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR. The 10000XL connects to your computer via its standard USB and Firewire ports, and an optional network adapter lets you use the scanner as a network device. The AC 100-120V power supply consumes less than 55 watts during normal operation and about 6 watts while in sleep mode. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms, the 10000XL comes backed with a one-year limited warranty.

What’s in the Box
Scanner, CD-ROM with software and drivers, power cable, user’s manual and setup documentation, USB cable

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Customer Reviews

Excellent large flatbed scanner – Philip N. Nanzetta – Gaithersburg, MD USA
We have used Epson scanners for a long time in production, so I thought I knew what to expect (only larger). I wasn’t dissapointed. This is an excellent scanner. Installation and setup were fast and easy. Scanning, likewise, is easy and fast, and the quality is excellent.

Fast and easy – D. Trucano – Juneau, Alaska
This scanner was easy to install, set up and use. With different modes of scanning, it meets all our needs. We dont know how we did business without it.

Epson 10000XL – Bill Bolz – St. John, Indiana
I found the scanner to be packaged well and delivered safely. It worked from the second I plugged it in. One feature I like is that the cover stays open when you lift it and it expands so that thicker items can be placed on the screen. The 17″ wide screen makes scanning large paintings as composites a piece of cake. I was surprised that it takes so long to scan at high resolutions though. Something I did not know when I bought it. I think I would like to have known the scanning times at various resolutions. This should be part of the tech specs on all scanners for comparisons. I scan paintings for prints in high resolution using PS-CS4 and then downsample for printing.

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