Epson Perfection 636U

Epson Perfection 636U
alaScore 72

33 reviews

May, 2013

We have collected and analyzed 1 expert reviews and 32 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 84/100 and users rate it 85/100. The average review date is Jul 5, 2001. We have compared these reviews to 55112 reviews from other Scanners. The alaScore™ for this product is 72/100 = Good. Last update: May 19, 2013.

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(Based on 33 reviews)

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Epson Perfection 636U

 

An excellent pick for home and SOHO users who want the same quality offered by the SCSI model, but for less money.

The Epson Perfection 636U is an excellent pick for home and SOHO users who want the same quality offered by the SCSI model, but for less money. Its easy setup and good-quality documentation are a boon to novices.

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USB1, but a nice scanner

 

Good quality scans. Older, so should be cheap if you can find one.

Slow at higher resolutions. Don't lean on it too hard.

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Epson B071121F Perfection 636 USB Scanner (PC/Mac)

 

Hinderance

I hope the above product would be great for 98/nt/w2k. but I have XP and like the same I have scanner Epsom Perfection 660 and it simply doesn't work. I bought one, didn't work, didn't know and replaced for another new one and it again didn't work. I...

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Hinderance

 

Hinderance

I hope the above product would be great for 98/nt/w2k. but I have XP and like the same I have scanner Epsom Perfection 660 and it simply doesn't work. I bought one, didn't work, didn't know and replaced for another new one and it again didn't work. I...

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Hinderance

 

Hinderance

I hope the above product would be great for 98/nt/w2k.but I have XP and like the same I have scanner Epsom Perfection 660 and it simply doesn't work. I bought one, didn't work, didn't know and replaced for another new one and it again didn't work. I...

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Best scanner I've ever owned

 

Best scanner I've ever owned

I've had my 636U over a year now and it has never caused me any problems. That is a testament to how well designed this scanner and software are. I've used a lot of scanners from inexpensive parallel port models to a costly SCSI model and the Epson is...

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Epson B071121F Perfection 636 USB Scanner (PC/Mac)

 

Best scanner I've ever owned

I've had my 636U over a year now and it has never caused me any problems. That is a testament to how well designed this scanner and software are. I've used a lot of scanners from inexpensive parallel port models to a costly SCSI model and the Epson is...

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Best scanner I've ever owned

 

Best scanner I've ever owned

I've had my 636U over a year now and it has never caused me any problems. That is a testament to how well designed this scanner and software are. I've used a lot of scanners from inexpensive parallel port models to a costly SCSI model and the Epson...

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Epson Perfection636U

 

After four years of having a sheetfed scanner, I decided to buy a flatbed. The first thing I did like anyone else is read reviews. I decided on the either the Epson 610 or the Epson Perfection 636U. When I went to my local Comp USA it just so happens...

Razor Sharp Pictures,Good Software Bundle,Setup is Easy

Slightly Bulky, Not Thin or Compact

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Epson B071121F Perfection 636 USB Scanner (PC/Mac)

 

Not Compatible with Windows XP.

Dear Public, This version of Epson Perfection does not support the new Windows edition of XP, therefore I would upgrade to a newer epson version of the scanner.Scanner Tester

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Product Specifications

Whether you have a Windows 98 system or one of Apple's iMacs or G3s, you can take advantage of professional-quality scans with Epson's Perfection 636 flatbed scanner. This color scanner features a USB interface for simple installation, and advanced scan technologies to produce the best possible results. It supports a 600 x 2400 dpi resolution, 9600 dpi interpolated with 36-bit color (Micro Step Drive technology and built-in ColorTrue advanced imaging system). Whether you are scanning documents, pictures or three-dimensional objects, the Perfection 636U offers you the best possible image quality for any job. The Perfection 636U is TWAIN compliant for PC or Mac, and is Windows 98, iMac and Mac G3 compatible. It includes a USB interface with cable.

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:16.7in/16.8in
Height:3.5in
Weight:9.9lbs
Width:11.3in

Header

Compatibility:Mac/Mac / PC
Manufacturer:Apple/Epson
Model:636U
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Epson Perfection

Scanner

Color Depth:24-bit (16.7 million colors)/36-bit color
Document Feeder Type:Manual load
Form Factor:Desktop
Grayscale Depth:12-bit gray
Input Type:Color
Interface Type:USB
Interface Type (2nd): None
Max H-Optical Resolution:600dpi
Max Supported Document Size:A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in)
Max Supported Media Size:A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in)
Max V-Optical Resolution:2400dpi
Media Feeder Type:Manual load
Supported Document Type:Plain paper / Bulk objects (such as books)
Supported Media Type:Bulk objects (such as books) / Plain paper
Type:Flatbed scanner

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

System Requirements

OS Required:Apple MacOS 8.1 / Microsoft Windows 98/Apple MacOS 8.1 or later
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