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Hello

I have a V700 scanner that I am having trouble with. It will be scanning fine and then it will start producing strange colours, noisy and dark images. Then the next time I use it it is working again!! Does anybody know what the problem might be and is it easily fixable?

I have attached some examples shot on transparency many years ago when I was a lad.

Thanks for any advice received.

Chris

Hi
This is just a guess but is it the scanner itself that is the problem or the software you are using.
I have just bought the V850 and have 3 choices of software-Epson,Silkysomething or Vuescan.
I use the Vuescan as I am familiar with it and it works for any scanner.
If you have another software package have you tried that?
Just an idea.

John

Hi John

Thanks so much for the reply. I haven't tried it with other applications, maybe I should try Vuescan. Still It does work some of the time and I would be surprised if it had a problem with Epsons own software!? I'll download Vuescan right now and have a go.

Thanks again for the thought.

Chris

Make sure that the "calibration" area of the glass (nearest the hinge?) is clean and unobstructed.

Chris--if you are within striking distance of Salisbury I would be happy to bring my laptop and try Vuescan-if that helps.

John

Hi Joanna and John

Happy New Year!!

Just wanted to send a belated reply to you both. Thanks so much for the advice. I have downloaded Vuescan but the problem still occurred....After quite a few scans. I also checked the calibration area so I guess I can live with it for now.

It is quite hard finding somewhere that will service these machines so if anyone knows of a place please let me know.

All the best

Chris