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Epson Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner 3200X6400 dpi (Epson-B11B161011)

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  • Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner 3200X6400 dpi (Epson-B11B161011)
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User Reviews for Epson Perfection 3170 Photo Scanner 3200X6400 dpi (Epson-B11B161011)

  • Reviewed by: kb_c

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Flexible (multiple film formats), good quality scans

    Weaknesses: Less than 2 years reliability

    Overall Evaluation: In less than two years w/ light use...one or two scans a week, the scanner broke down. The bulb burnt out. This happened with only turning the scanner on when needed. The bulb and the light control card can only be replaced by a repair shop. Epson does not appear to sell these parts to retail customers. I have looked into getting the scanner repaired. The estimates run between $70.00 to $120.00 - almost the price of the scanner.

  • Reviewed by: JonEaston

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Included Adobe Photoshop Elements

    Weaknesses: Total failure to function 3 months out of warranty.

    Overall Evaluation: Scanner failure caused by fault in lower case affecting function of packing switch which in turn rendered machine inoperable. Cost to repair exceeds present worth of scanner. Epson customer service, of course, dodged any responsibility for the problem which is no doubt due to design flaw or mismanufacture. Goodbye, Epson!

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