Epson Scanner Utility

I have just bought a Mac Mini. I have connected my Epson multi function printer and it printed without any software downloads. I have just tried to use the scanner and there is no utility to allow me to set it up for the image resolution I need. I have just downloaded the software from the Epson but Apple won't let me install it because they say it is not safe. I need to use my scanner. What do I do? Surely Epson software is safe.
Thanks

What resolutions are available when yo use the built-in Image Capture app?
What resolution do you want?
Does Epson have Mac scanning software?
The VueScan software may work. You can test it by downloading the free version that leaves a watermark on the scans
http://www.hamrick.com/

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There is no Epson scanner utility for Mountain Lion, it appears. Even Epson's FAQ defers to Image Capture and says it only provides software for image modification.
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/support/supDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&info Type=FAQ&oid=207953&foid=214278&cat=214269&subcat=214264
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http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/support/supDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&info Type=FAQ&oid=207953&foid=214278&cat=214269&subcat=214264
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Kappy,
Thanks for a prompt response.
So I suppose it is safe to download TWAIN Driver and Epson Scan Utility v2.64A from their site even though it mentions that it is for OS X (v10.2.x - 10.3.x) and nothing above it.
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I was successful. The prior issue I had - where the Espon Scan Utility would not start on its own as a stand alone interface - was caused by my having installed the more recent drivers 2.95A over those that came on the Epson installation CD.
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