Epson Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner
Average customer rating:

software unbelievably bad

Solid Performer

1 star if you use MAC OS X 10.4 (Tiger)

Best quality and features for occasional users

Nice scanner

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner

Manufacturer: Epson
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Belkin F3U134-10 USB Extension Cable (10-Feet)

Canon 1029A004 Photo Paper Pro for BJC-8200 (8.5"x11", 15 Sheets )

Acoustic Research Spikemaster SM-BG8 8 Outlet Block, Standard Protection Surge Protector (White)

APC BE350U 350VA Back-ups Es

Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (S041667, 8.5x11, 50 Sheets)

Product Features:

3,200 x 6,400 dpi resolution, 48-bit color, 3.4 Dmax

1-touch color restoration with Epson Easy Photo Fix technology

Fully automated operation, plus 2 advanced manual modes

Built-in 35mm filmstrip/slide and medium-format adapter

Hi-speed USB 2.0 connectivity, PC and Mac compatible

ASIN: B0000C121R

Product Description

The Epson Perfection 3170 Photo scanner offers powerful, one-touch color restoration and remarkable image quality. With leading-edge technology, this high-value performer instantly restores faded photos, slides and negatives. Innovative Epson Easy Photo Fix technology, exclusively from Epson, even provides an incredible dust removal function for optimal scanning of slides and negatives.This product makes restoring images a snap, with three levels of control, including fully automated scanning and two advanced modes with individual setting selections.For added versatility, the Epson Perfection 3170 Photo includes a built-in 35mm slide/film strip and medium format adapter. Scan in a negative or slide and give new life to moments from the past. This product delivers all these convenient features, plus 3200 x 6400 dpi resolution for fine detail and professional results.With convenient PC and Macintosh compatibility, it offers multiple connectivity options, including hi-speed USB 2.0. Add the optional automatic document feeder for quick, easy scanning of multiple-page originals. Or, use this product with an Epson ink jet printer for extraordinary reprints and enlargements.With all this, plus a full suite of photo software titles, the Epson Perfection 3170 Photo offers a complete photo imaging solution - at a truly incredible value.

Amazon.com Product Description

Epson's affordable Perfection 3170 Photo offers premium-quality scanning and the versatility to handle virtually any photography application, including image restoration. With image quality and features comparable to those of far more expensive scanners, the 3170 Photo produces sharp, high-quality prints at lightning-fast speeds: a stunning 2.8 milliseconds per line at 600 dpi. It's versatile, as well--it scans everything from negatives, photos, and slides to transparencies, graphics, and text.

Delivering fine 3,200 x 6,400 dpi resolution and 48-bit scanning, the 3170 Photo offers phenomenal clarity and detail, whatever the task at hand. It even includes Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity for Windows and Macintosh systems, plus a convenient built-in 35mm slide/filmstrip and medium-format adapter. Scan a negative or slide and give new life to moments from the past.

Easy Photo Fix Technology

The powerful bundled software suite includes Epson's exclusive Easy Photo Fix as well as Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, giving you the ability to perform one-touch color restoration to restores faded photos, slides, and negatives. Easy Photo Fix even provides a dust-removal function for optimal scanning of slides and negatives.

Adapters for 35mm film, slides, and medium format
The scanner offers three levels of control (including fully automated scanning) and two advanced modes with individual setting selections. Add an automatic document feeder (not included) for quick, easy scanning of multiple-page originals. Epson provides a one-year warranty covering parts and service.

What's in the Box
Epson Perfection 3170 photo scanner, 3-by-9-inch transparency adapter (built into scanner lid), three film holders (35mm slides, 35mm filmstrips, and medium format), CD-ROM with Epson scan software, productivity software, and electronic reference guide, CD-ROM with Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, a USB 2.0/1.1 cable, an AC adapter and power cable, and a scanner setup poster

Customer Reviews:

software unbelievably bad.......2007-01-13

This was the worst computer hardware I have ever experienced. The scanner actually provided good scans the little time the software was functional. I am an electrical engineer, I have written a lot of software myself. This is a total joke. Spend your money on something besides epson.

Solid Performer.......2006-04-04

The Epson 3190, a pick by the people at CNET, turns out to be a very solid performer for basic scanning. It takes a little over a half a minute to "warm up" once you flip the switch, but rewards you with attractive images. While capable of scanning slides, it's generally recognized that its forte lies in full-size images.

I was particularly impressed with its ABBYY text recognition, which achieved 100% in my test runs. You might have more difficulty with heavily formatteed pages, or when the text is not clear. Otherwise, one can only be pleased.

The 3170 isn't a speed demon, but it does its job admirably. Clear, well-defined, well-colored images are the norm. I particularly liked its ability to separate postcard-type images into separate files - an artifact of its slide scanning software.

The software, which must be installed before use, is certainly adequate for its job. It offers multiple ways to scan, depending on your needs and proficiency; By using separete Smart Scan and standard scan features, you can process images depending on your needs. And Epson has a reputation for rigorously supporting its software - an experience that, sadly, I didn't have with UMAX's 2000U scanner.

Your satisfaction may hinge partly on how much you end up spending. With Epson-warrantied refurbs available from their website, you can score an amazing value. (I paid only $65.) Discount prices elsewhere are somewhat more, but the scanner is still worth the price. In the sub-$100 category, the 3170 shoulod be considered as one of your top picks.

1 star if you use MAC OS X 10.4 (Tiger).......2006-01-16

My 3170 worked beautifully with OS X 10.2.6 (including smart panel) Using it with 10.4.x is so klunky and so many functions do not work, I'm gonna trash it if I don't find a fix soon. At the moment it is essentially useless to me just taking up valuable desk space. Epson tech support sent me an email saying they do not officially support 10.4 but try.XYZ.it may work. I tried, it didn't.

Best quality and features for occasional users.......2005-09-28

Picked one up for about three-quarters of a C-note (USD) at a Sam's Club location mid-2004 and couldn't really be more satisfied. The software/driver package is newbie-friendly while also allowing advanced users some freedom and the included negative holders work well, letting the 3170p turn 35mm and medium-format negatives into nice looking pics (even enlargements) with plenty of tweaking options.

The 3170p replaced an Epson Perfection 1260 (without transparency-scanning capability), which was extremely slow but produced reasonable-quality scans. The 3170p is much, much faster from warmup to preview and final scanning and the image quality is also improved. Scanning a book with the old 1260 took forever, whereas with the 3170p it's much quicker and sharper.

Most casual PC scanner users needing the capability to work with negatives and other narrow transparencies (appx. 4 in. max width) won't have any complaints with this unit. I have found it a good value and a strong performer all around, especially in comparison to lesser Epson models like the 1260.

Now if only Epson could release their scanner communication protocols for each model so 3rd party utility vendors (Silverfast, etc.) could support it. Also, more frequent driver/TWAIN updates would be nice. Until then, the 3170p gets four stars.

Nice scanner.......2005-09-05

I have a Mac with OS 10.3.9. My printer is a hp. I have had minimal problems with the Epson software and had to go to the Epson site for a further software download. I like the epson smart panel. I have had no trouble scanning photographs to my iPhoto application. The prints using the epson scanner and hp printer are fine .

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo - Refurbished Scanner

Average customer rating:

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo - Refurbished Scanner

Manufacturer: Epson
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo is the scanner for experienced users and photo enthusiasts. It captures amazing 3200dpi scans at a very high speed. It has a built-in Film Adapter for 35mm negatives/positives and 6 x 9cm medium format, while the TPU lamp has been chromatically optimized for film scanning. An optional Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) for up to 30 pages is available for higher volume document scanning.It's easy to get started and make the most of your scanner using the four Quickstart buttons and Full Auto Mode.Once your photos are refreshed you'll want to share them with everyone! Together with the bundled photo editing software and your EPSON Stylus Photo Printer, you can create photo albums, t-shirts, cards, stickers, CDs and more!Color Restoration and Dust Removal are just the start, because EPSON Perfection scanners don't just feature built-in software to bring out the best in your photos. They are bundled with photo editing software, which gives you unlimited opportunities to edit, improve and adjust photos, put them into templates, add text and personalize your creations to your heart's desire!EPSON Perfection scanners give home users high performance at low cost. Scanned images are sharper, brighter and more colorful - great quality with no compromise on speed.The Built-in Transparency Unit includes robust film holders that are stored safely in the scanner lid and enable a range of film formats, including medium format on the EPSON Perfection 3170 Photo, to be scanned quickly and easily. Scanning directly from negative or positive film is useful for achieving the best results when printing enlargements.

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo - Flatbed scanner - 8.5 in x 11.7 in - 3200 dpi x 6400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

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Epson Perfection 3170 Photo - Flatbed scanner - 8.5 in x 11.7 in - 3200 dpi x 6400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

Manufacturer: Epson
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
ASIN: B0009WZDQ0

Product Description

Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner, 3200x6400dpi, USB

Average customer rating:

Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner, 3200x6400dpi, USB

Manufacturer: Epson America
ProductGroup: CE

Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
ASIN: B00070PX9Q

Product Description

Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner. Includes built-in 35mm film strip adapter and medium format adapter for versatility. Upgraded 3200 x 6400 dpi resolution for extraordinary reprints. Exclusive Epson Easy Photo Fix restores old photos. Fully automated operation, plus two advanced modes for greater
scanning control. Full featured photo software solution. USB 2.0/1.1 connectivity includes USB cable

Average customer rating:

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo - Flatbed scanner - 8.5 in x 11.7 in - 3200 dpi x 6400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
ASIN: B0006V4K40

Product Description

Average customer rating:

Epson Perfection 3170 Photo - Flatbed scanner - 8.5 in x 11.7 in - 3200 dpi x 6400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
ASIN: B0000UYS6C

Product Description

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