Scanning with Epson RX500 and trying Image Capture

I have an Epson RX500.It prints and copies fine. It was scanning fine, using Photoshop Elements,for two years but now it is not recognized (I think this has something to do with updated Tiger 10.4.8. I've tried to reinstall the TWAIN and scanning software but that was useless. I've tried to use Image Capture but get the message when the Scan Setup opens up that "The scanner EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 is in use by another application..."
Can anyone help?

Eric,
There are one, or more files (plist, I think), that need to be purged, so that new copies can be made. I don't have those listed anywhere, that I can remember, but if you call Epson, a tech should be able to lead you through them. I only had this problem when I upgraded to 10.4, from 10.3, so memory is hazy.
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