Epson Perfection V500 Photo
Reading the Status Light
The status light is next to the ] Start button.
Color
Indicator Status
Green
On
Flashing
Orange
Flashing
(None)
Off
If an error occurs, the scanner stops operating and the status
light flashes orange. This indicates one of the following
problems:
❏ The scanner is not connected to your computer properly or
your software is not fully installed. See the Start Here sheet
that came with your scanner for instructions on installing
the software and connecting the scanner to your computer.
❏ The scanner and/or the transparency unit transportation
lock is locked. Slide the lock to the unlock position.
❏ The scanner cover cable or optional Automatic Document
Feeder cable is not connected to the scanner's
port. Connect the cable to the port.
Note:
Before connecting or disconnecting the scanner cover cable or
the Automatic Document Feeder cable, turn off the scanner
using its power switch.
After trying these solutions, turn off the scanner using its power
switch, then turn it back on. If the status light is still flashing:
❏ The scanner may be malfunctioning.
❏ The scanner light source may need to be replaced.
❏ The connected optional equipment may be malfunctioning.
Contact Epson. See the on-screen User's Guide for details.
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Meaning
Ready to scan images.
Initializing or scanning.
An error has occurred. See the on-line
User's Guide for more information.
The scanner is off.
OPTION
Transporting the Scanner
Before transporting the scanner for a long distance or storing it
for an extended period of time, you need to lock the scanner's
carriage and transparency unit to prevent damage.
1. Plug in the scanner, connect it to your computer, turn on
the scanner using its power switch, and wait until the
carriage moves to the home position (near the cover hinge).
While the status light is green, turn off the scanner using its
power switch.
Note:
If the optional ADF is installed, make sure the scanner is turned
off, then disconnect the ADF's cable and remove the ADF from
the scanner. Place the scanner cover on the scanner, but do not
connect the cover cable.
2. Open the scanner cover and slide the transparency unit
transportation lock to the locked position. Then close the
scanner cover.
3. If the cover cable is attached, disconnect it.
4. Disconnect the USB cable.
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