The Epson Perfection 1660 Photo is an extremely fast, high-quality scanner that brings amazing results to a range of advanced applications offering a range of built-in features for... more
This review already contains more than 120 words. As a Ciao member you could earn up to £5 with this review.
Advantages: Simple to Install and Use. Disadvantages: Takes a few minutes to warm up.
...out.
I use this regularly and have never had a moments trouble with it and have been impressed with Epson as a brand for many years. Although I have no immediate plans to replace it, if I were to purchase a new scanner, it would almost certainly be another Epson. ...
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Advantages: Ease of use and stability Disadvantages: slight grey background in photocpy mode
...of the scanner launches the epson software (smart panel) and from there you can choose which option you want to use, such as photocopy (so it scans straight to your printer), scan to file, scan to web, email etc. You can even scan to convert the image to send to your PDA although that function I have not had need to try out.
Like all scanners there's a bit of noise whilst it is doing its job and in the copy mode you get a slightly grey background ... ...your printer will ruin it anyway and there's no point under spec'ing if you are requiring hi res scans for the web. For me it pitched in at the middle ground and has been more than adequate for decent resolution work coupled with an epson photo quality printer. ...
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Control Panel Buttons Functions: Scan-to-Web, start, Scan-to-Copy, Scan-to-Email
Media handling
Max Document Size: 216 mm x 297 mm
Supported Media Type: Transparencies, plain paper, Plain paper, bulk objects (such as books), film, Plain paper, bulk objects (such as books)
Media Feeder Type: Manual load
Expansion / connectivity
Connections: 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
Interfaces: 1 x Hi-Speed USB, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type B
Manufacturer's product description
The Epson Perfection 1660 Photo is an extremely fast, high-quality scanner that brings amazing results to a range of advanced applications offering a range of built-in features for the photo enthusiast. Extremely easy to set up and use and packed with Epson's leading optical technologies, it's the perfect solution for demanding users who require superb results with maximum speed and simplicity. True 1600 x 3200dpi resolution and 48-bit in and out color (for recognition of more than 281 trillion colors and over 65, 500 shades of gray) ensure sharp, clear scans with the highest color depth available in the consumer market. The Epson Perfection 1660 Photo is also amazingly fast, with a new USB 2.0 interface that is up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. The Epson Perfection 1660 Photo is packed with features including the four QuickStart buttons designed to make scanning a one-touch operation. The unique Epson SmartPanel provides a comprehensive, user friendly on-screen scanning interface that enables you to customize the QuickStart buttons to your requirements.
Power
Power Device: Power adapter - external, Power adapter
Voltage Required: AC 230 V ± 4% ( 50/60 Hz ), AC 220/240 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Power Consumption Operational ( Standby ): 17 Watt, 20 Watt
OS Required: Apple MacOS 8.6, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional , Apple MacOS 9.x, Microsoft Windows 98/ME, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Apple MacOS X 10.1.2 or later, Apple MacOS 8.6 or later, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Apple MacOS 9.x, Microsoft Windows 98/2000/XP
Min RAM Size: 128 MB
Min Hard Drive Space: 275 MB
Peripheral / Interface Devices: 4x CD-ROM, USB port, 4x CD-ROM, VGA monitor, USB port
Manufacturer warranty
Service & Support: 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details: Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year, Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - on-site, Limited warranty - 1 year
I’ve just been scanning some favourite photos so I can include them in a digital photo frame for my dad and I thought I’d share some details about this nifty scanner.
It was bought last autumn originally to try to capture pictures from some water... more
I purchased this scanner for two purposes: the bulk scanning of my father's considerable collection of 35mm slides and for my own use scanning documents, 35mm and Medium Format slides and negatives.
For both tasks it has performed admirably. It has a... more
I've been using the Epson Perfection 3490 Photo for about six months. Having used an older model Epson for several years I was happy to stay with the brand.
This is an A4 flatbed scanner with good software which can be used to scan at the press of a... more
After using this product for a few months I have not so far come up against any reliability issues but only time will tell. I therefore would recommend the product. However, always think carefully as to whether you actually really need something before... more
Cheap easy to fit and works with Vista too. Quality of image produced is very good. This scanner though is let down by its software. Yes, you can do almost anything you want but the software is oriented around single jobs. If you have an application... more
