Epson 3100Z User Manual
Color Digital Camera
User's Guide
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This User’s Guide
Provides detailed information to help you set up and use your EPSON PhotoPC 3100Z and the optional products
available from EPSON. Also contains information on troubleshooting, and instructions on installing the software
included on the EPSON PhotoPC 3100Z Software CD-ROM included with your PhotoPC 3100Z.
Online EPSON Digital Camera Software User’s Guide
Included in the EPSON PhotoPC 3100Z Software CD-ROM, this guide provides information on installing and using
the EPSON Photo!4 software, which allows you to download photos from your camera to your computer and to
manage your photos. Includes instructions for the other software utilities included on the software CD-ROM, such as
EPSON AutoDownloader which helps you download files in a quick and organized way, and EPSON File Converter,
which prepares photos to be uploaded to your camera. Also includes information on contacting customer support.
Online EPSON PhotoQuicker Reference Guide
Provides information on using the EPSON PhotoQuicker software to print your photos. This guide is installed on your
computer when you install the EPSON PhotoQuicker software.
Online Help
Provides detailed information and instructions for using EPSON Photo!4 and EPSON Auto Downloader. Online help
is automatically installed when you install EPSON Photo!4. See the online EPSON Digital Camera Software User’s Guide
for details on accessing online help.
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COLOR DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Guide
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the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No
patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information
contained herein. Neither is any liability assumed for damages
resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
Neither SEIKO E PSON CORPORATION nor its af filiates shall be liable
to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses,
costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result
of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized
modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the
U.S.) failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION's
operating and maintenance instructions.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable against any
damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any
consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON
Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
PhotoPC is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation and has been
licensed to CFA (CompactFlash Association).
General Notice:
purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON
disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2001 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.
Other product names used herein are for identification
This product conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):
Directive 89/336/EEC:
EN 55022 Class B
EN 55024
A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF
COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS
Like photocopiers, digital cameras can be misused by improperly
photographing copyrighted material. Unless acting on the advice of a
knowledgeable attorney, be responsible and respectful by obtaining the
permission of the copyright holder before photographing published
material.
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Contents
Introduction
PhotoPC 3100Z Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
For United Kingdom users - use of options . . . . 3
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
When using the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
When using the strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
When using the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety information for United Kingdom
users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 3100Z. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Camera Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Using the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Installing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Replacing the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Cleaning the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Storing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Disposing of the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Setting Up Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Attaching the strap to your camera . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Attaching the lens cap to your camera. . . . . . . . . 1-10
Installing and removing a CompactFlash
Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Turning on your camera for the first time. . . . . . 1-12
Chapter 2 Taking Pictures
Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Your camera’s picture-taking and flash
range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Turning the camera on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Using the display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Using the dial switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Making basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Using the LCD monitor buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Using the optical zoom feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Using the self timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Using the basic playback feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Using the digital zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Using the macro setting to take close-ups. . . . . . 2-13
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Taking Multiple Exposures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Recording video clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Using the continuous shooting feature. . . . . . . . .2-15
Using the time lapse feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
Using the stitch assist feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Making Audio Recordings for Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
Recording audio immediately after taking
photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
Recording audio for existing photos. . . . . . . . . . .2-21
Audio playback using the built-in speaker . . . . .2-21
Chapter 3 Playing Back and Managing Images With
Your Camera
Viewing Images Using the LCD Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Displaying one, four, or nine photos at once. . . .3-1
Magnifying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Viewing a slide show of your photos . . . . . . . . . .3-3
Viewing photo information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Selecting a folder in the CompactFlash Card. . . .3-5
Playing back video clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Managing Images with the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
Locking and unlocking photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
Erasing images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
Erasing audio recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
Erasing video clips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
Viewing Pictures on a Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9
Viewing Pictures with an EPSON Projector . . . . . . . . .3-10
Chapter 4 Making Settings
Making Image Capture Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Adjusting the image quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Setting the flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Making camera mode settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Changing the color/monochrome setting. . . . . . 4-7
Making manual focus settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Adjusting the sensitivity setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Adjusting the white balance setting. . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Making exposure settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Changing the metering system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Selecting slow synchro timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Selecting the internal or external flash. . . . . . . . . 4-18
Making Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Setting the time and date. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Using the automatic shut-off feature . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Setting the LCD monitor’s brightness level . . . . 4-20
Adjusting the speaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Setting the beep and shutter sound . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Selecting the signal system and language. . . . . . 4-21
Making Print Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Selecting images and specifying the number
of prints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
Making settings to print an index . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Making print quality settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
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Chapter 5 Using Images on Your Computer
Chapter 6 Camera Options and Accessories
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
For Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
For Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
The Included Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Installing the Software for Windows Users . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Installing the Software for Macintosh Users . . . . . . . . 5-5
Installing EPSON Photo!4 and other
software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Installing QuickTime 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Installing Acrobat Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Setting Up EPSON CameraStarter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Connecting and Disconnecting the Camera. . . . . . . . . 5-8
Connecting the camera to your computer . . . . . 5-9
Disconnecting the camera from your
computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Transferring Images to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Using EPSON digital camera software. . . . . . . . 5-12
Copying files directly from the memory
card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Viewing the Software User’s Guides on
Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Accessing the EPSON Digital Camera
Software User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Accessing the EPSON PhotoQuicker
User’s Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Using Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Inserting a memory card into your computer. . . 6-2
Formatting memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Using Rechargeable Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Using the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Using the Lens Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Handling the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Cleaning the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Storing the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Camera problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Picture problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
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Appendix A Specifications
Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Physical dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Product type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Recorded image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2
Optical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3
Functional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4
Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4
CompactFlash Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5
Optional PCMCIA Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-6
Optional AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-6
Appendix B Dial Position Settings
Index
Available Settings in the
Available Settings in the Dial Position. . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
Available Settings in the Dial Position. . . . . . . . . . .B-4
Available Settings in the
When using the Program camera mode. . . . . . . .B-5
When using the Manual camera mode. . . . . . . . .B-5
Available Settings in the Dial Position . . . . . . . . . .B-6
When using the Program camera mode. . . . . . . .B-6
When using the Manual camera mode. . . . . . . . .B-6
Glossary
Dial Position. . . . . . . . .B-2
Dial Position . . . . . . . . .B-5
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Introduction
Your EPSON® PhotoPC™ 3100Z is a revolutionary,
easy-to-use digital camera that enables you to take
full-color pictures that you can edit, manipulate, and
print using your computer. Create professional letters,
documents, and presentations from your desktop
using stunning, lifelike images. Share photos with
business colleagues or friends over the Internet. Add
color and visual appeal to your newsletters, flyers, and
brochures. Improve the look of any document using
images taken with your PhotoPC 3100Z.
The PhotoPC 3100Z comes with everything you need
to get started, including EPSON Photo!4 software that
lets you transfer photos from the camera to your
computer’s hard disk. You can then edit, enhance, or
organize your photos, or insert them into your
documents. For instructions on using and installing
EPSON Photo!4, see the online EPSON Digital Camera
Software User’s Guide.
PhotoPC 3100Z Features
The PhotoPC 3100Z has the following features.
❏ 3.3 megapixel CCD
❏ 24-bit color image capture
❏ High resolution, up to 2544 × 1904 pixels
(equivalent to 4.8 megapixels) using HyPict
❏ PRINT Image Matching support, which allows
you to achieve enhanced results when printing
your photos with a printer that supports the
PRINT Image Matching system
❏ Built-in color LCD monitor for previewing and
playing back pictures
❏ Built-in microphone and speaker for audio
recording and playback
❏ Macro photo format
❏ Optical ×3 and seamless digital ×2 zoom
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❏ Continuous shooting of up to 47 pictures
(approximately)
❏ Automatic, predefined, or manual white balance
adjustment
❏ Automatic, predefined and adjustable exposure
settings (-2.0 to + 2.0 EV, in increments of 0.5 or
0.2)
❏ Automatic date and time recording for each
picture
❏ Built-in flash with automatic flash, forced flash,
flash off, red-eye reduction, and leading or
trailing slow synchro flash (for taking pictures at
night or in dark places) options
❏ EPSON File Converter software to convert images
and audio recordings stored on your computer to
EPSON Photo file format for uploading to your
camera
❏ Other EPSON software to help you organize your
downloads, stitch together photos to create
panoramas, and print your photos
❏ DPOF file format support, which lets you specify
in advance which photos to print and how many
prints of each photo to make
❏ File formats compatible with both Windows
Macintosh
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applications
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and
❏ Built-in hot sync flash shoe for an external flash
(sold separately), which can be used for photo
shooting in the Manual camera mode. (For
information on external flashes, contact your
EPSON dealer.)
❏ Self-timer (ten second delay)
❏ Automatic shut-off to save battery power
❏ EPSON Photo!4 software to manage and transfer
photos to your computer
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Options
The following options are available from EPSON for
the PhotoPC 3100Z.
❏ CompactFlash™ Card
(for information, contact your EPSON dealer)
❏ PCMCIA adapter (B867041)
❏ AC Adapter (B867081, B867091, B867101,
B867111, B867121, B867131, B867141, B867151,
B867161, B867171) for use with a standard
electrical outlet
❏ Power Pack (B81817✽, B818181, B818182) which
includes:
Ni-MH Battery Charger
Four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
❏ Package of four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
(B81811✽)
Note:
❏ The asterisk acts as a substitute for the last digit of the
product number, which varies by country.
❏ The PhotoPC 3100Z comes with a 16 MB
CompactFlash Card. For details on using this option,
see “Using Memory Cards” on page 6-1.
❏ The AC Adapter model EU-40 and Battery Charger
model EU-38 conform to CE marking requirements in
accordance with EC Directives 73/23/EEC and 89/
336/EEC.
For United Kingdom users - use of options
EPSON (UK) LTD shall not be liable against any
damages or problems arising from the use of any
options or consumable products other than those
designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON
Approved Products by EPSON (UK) LTD.
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Safety Instructions
❏ Do not use the camera outdoors during a
thunderstorm.
Read all of these instructions before using the camera,
and keep them handy for later reference. Follow all
warnings and instructions marked on the camera and
options.
When using the camera
Note the following when using the camera.
❏ To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
the cover of the camera or options. Do not open
any compartments except as instructed in this
User's Guide.
❏ Do not insert objects into any openings.
❏ To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the
camera or options to rain or moisture.
❏ To prevent fire or electric shock, do not cover the
camera with a blanket or other covering that may
give off an electric charge.
❏ To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the
camera where flammable or volatile gas is stored.
❏ If the camera or option emits unusual noises,
odors, or smoke, cancel the current operation and
turn the device off immediately. Remove the
batteries and/or disconnect the AC adapter from
the camera, then unplug the AC adapter from the
electrical outlet. Then contact your EPSON dealer.
❏ To prevent possible injury, do not take flash
pictures in close proximity to anyone’s eyes.
❏ Only use the type of power source specified in this
User's Guide.
❏ Do not use damaged or frayed power cords.
❏ Remove the batteries and/or plug from the
camera and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel in the following circumstances:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has
entered the camera or options; the camera or
options have been dropped or the case is
damaged; the camera or options do not operate
normally or exhibit a distinct change in
performance.
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❏ Never adjust controls that are not mentioned in
the operating instructions.
❏ Do not touch your camera’s flash with your
fingers, or any other object, or allow the flash to
become dirty. Using the camera under any of
these conditions can damage the flash.
If you accidentally touch the flash, or if it becomes
dirty, be sure to clean it with a soft, dry cloth
before using the camera.
When using the strap
Note the following when using the camera strap.
❏ Do not swing the camera about. This can damage
the camera or other objects, or cause injury.
❏ Do not pull or tighten the strap too much when
wearing it; this can cause serious injury.
❏ Keep the strap away from children.
❏ If you plan to use the camera and options in
Germany, observe the following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for these products, the
building installation must be protected by a 10 or
16 Amp circuit breaker.
Bei Anschluss des Produkts an die
Stromversorgung muss sichergestellt werden,
dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einem 10 Aoder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
❏ If the liquid crystal solution contained in the
display panel or in the LCD monitor leaks out and
gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with
soap and water. If it gets into your eyes, flush
them immediately with water.
When using the batteries
Note the following when using and batteries.
❏ Read all relevant safety and operating
instructions before using the batteries.
❏ Do not use manganese batteries (IEC R6).
❏ Do not charge primary (non-rechargeable)
batteries.
❏ To avoid fire or electric shock, do not use batteries
that are leaking or damaged in any way.
❏ Only use EPSON Ni-MH batteries according to
the directions in this manual.
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❏ Be aware of electrical shock hazard.
❏ Do not handle the batteries with wet hands or use
them near water.
❏ Do not expose the batteries to water or high
humidity.
❏ Keep batteries away from heat sources.
❏ Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or
short-circuit batteries. Do not place the batteries
near to or into fire or water.
❏ To protect against short-circuiting, do not remove
the outside sleeves of the batteries.
❏ Do not insert objects into any openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or shortcircuit components.
❏ Prevent the batteries from coming into contact
with metal objects which could short-circuit the
batteries, such as coins or keys.
❏ Do not insert batteries into wall outlets or other
power sources such as car cigarette lighter
sockets.
❏ If battery acid gets into your eyes o r on you r skin,
immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly
with water and seek medical treatment. If a
battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment
immediately.
❏ Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly to a
battery.
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Safety information for United Kingdom users
Warning:
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the rating plate for voltage and check that the
appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily
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Warnings
injury.
Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this
appliance are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of
this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows:
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set
or consult a qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size
and rating.
Cautions
c
equipment.
contain important information and useful tips for
Notes
the operation of your camera and options.
must be observed to avoid damage to your
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Introduction
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter helps you to set up your PhotoPC 3100Z and covers the following topics:
❏ Unpacking your PhotoPC 3100Z
❏ Getting familiar with the camera parts
❏ Installing and replacing batteries
❏ Attaching the camera strap and lens cap
❏ Installing the CompactFlash Card
❏ Setting the language, date, and time for your camera
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Getting Started
1-1
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 3100Z
Camera Parts
Make sure that your camera box contains all of the
items shown below.
camera
(with lens cap
attached)
16 MB CompactFlash Card
(installed in the camera)
AV cable
lens adapter lens cap string
alkaline batteries (4)
CD-ROM and/or floppy disks
(media type and quantity
vary by location)
camera case
strap
USB cable
After unpacking your PhotoPC 3100Z, take a few
minutes to learn about the components shown below.
Front view
dial switch
shutter button display panel
built-in
flash
timer
light
lens
viewfinder
hot shoe
(external flash attachment)
diopter correction
eyelet for
attaching strap
AC adapter
connector
USB interface
connector
AV connector
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Back view
Bottom view
microphone
speaker
LCD monitor
print button
LCD monitor
buttons
viewfinder
MENU ON/OFF
button
indicator lights
LCD monitor
buttons
POWER button
zoom buttons
eyelet for
attaching strap
memory card
cover
Note:
In this User’s Guide, the LCD monitor buttons are named
after the corresponding indicators on the LCD monitor,
which vary depending upon the dial switch position and the
screen displayed.
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The speaker uses a magnet. Keep important magnetic
objects, such as credit cards and floppy disks, away
from the speaker. EPSON shall not be held liable for
any damages or lost information.
tripod mount
Top view
image quality button
(see page 4-1)
flash button
(see page 4-4)
self timer button
(see page 2-8)
battery cover
shutter button
dial switch
(see page 2-4)
POWER button
(see page 2-2)
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battery cover
release button
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Display panel Indicator lights
The camera has one red and one green indicator light
sensitivity
(see page 4-8)
image quality
(see page 4-1)
flash
(see page 4-4)
beside the viewfinder. They turn on or blink to guide
you through the picture-taking process, or to indicate
the camera status. See the following chart for details.
white balance
(see page 4-9)
low battery icon
(see page 1-6)
monochrome
(see page 4-7)
exposure (see page 4-11)
or
aperture* (see page 4-15)
* The shutter speed is displayed when the shutter button is
depressed halfway and the camera is in Program or Manual
mode.
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number of pictures remaining
(see page 2-3)
or
shutter speed*
red-eye reduction
(see page 4-4)
self timer
(see page 2-8)
Light Indication
Green (On) Camera is warmed up and ready for
Green (Blinking) Camera is warming up (immediately
Red (Blinking) Insufficient space in memory card to
Red (On) Error. Contact your EPSON dealer for
shooting.
Auto focus is locked (when shutter
button is depressed halfway).
Camera is taking picture using self
timer.
after camera is turned on).
Camera is auto focussing (when
shutter button is depressed halfway).
Camera is taking a video clip.
Memory card is not installed.
Lens cap is on.
Camera is establishing a connection
with the computer.
Files are being transferred to and
from the memory card.
take a picture or video clip.
Low battery power.
servicing.
Using the Batteries
Your PhotoPC 3100Z comes with four AA (IEC LR6)
alkaline batteries. See the following sections for details
on installing, replacing, cleaning, storing, and
disposing of the batteries.
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Do not use manganese batteries (IEC R6).
Note:
❏ Do not leave batteries in the camera for a long time
without using them. See “Storing the batteries” on
page 1-9 for storage instructions.
❏ You can also use the optional Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries (Model EU-24). For more information on
rechargeable batteries, see “Using Rechargeable
Batteries” on page 6-4.
Installing the batteries
Before installing the batteries, be sure to read the
safety instructions outlined in “When using the
batteries” on page 5.
1. Turn the camera upside down with the lens facing
you. Hold down the battery cover release button
and slide the battery cover as shown below.
battery cover
release button
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Make sure that the camera is off, and follow the steps
below to install or replace the batteries.
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2. Insert four batteries into the compartment,
positioning the and ends as shown below.
Then lower the battery cover.
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Do not use different types of batteries together;
this can cause fire or explosion.
3. Swing the battery cover shut and hold it down
while you slide it back to lock it, as shown below.
When the battery power is almost out, a low battery
icon appears on the display panel. When the
battery power runs out, this icon blinks and the
camera turns off automatically. Remove the old
batteries, then insert new ones.
Note:
When the battery level is low, the LCD monitor turns off
while the flash is being charged. When the charging is
complete, the LCD monitor turns back on.
Replacing the batteries
Replace your PhotoPC 3100Z batteries when the low
battery icon appears on the camera’s display
panel. Be sure to replace all four batteries at the same
time. You can replace them with either of the
following battery types.
Single-use AA (IEC LR6) alkaline batteries
Rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries
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When the low battery icon appears, the buttons
listed below are unavailable.
When playing back photos and audio recordings:
Delete
SOUND
VIDEO CLIP
When making settings:
(language and signal system selection)
Memory SETUP
MEMORY CARD FORMAT
Note:
❏ Battery life varies depending on the battery type and
the manufacturer.
Cleaning the batteries
Follow the instructions in this section when cleaning
the batteries.
Dirty contact points ( and ) on the batteries and
inside the battery cover can obstruct the flow of
electricity in your camera. This can cause the low
battery icon to flash and your camera to turn off
automatically, even if there is still power remaining in
your batteries.
To prevent this kind of power loss, keep the contact
points ( and ) on the batteries and inside the
battery cover clean. When necessary, wipe them with
a soft, dry cloth.
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❏ If you use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries in the
PhotoPC 3100Z, make sure that all four batteries are
fully charged when you replace them. If you find that
your batteries run out soon after recharging them a
number of times, make sure that you discharge them
completely before recharging.
❏ Ni-MH rechargeable batteries with a battery charger
are available for purchase from EPSON.
If you are using a battery charger, clean the terminals
of the battery charger with a soft, dry cloth before use
to ensure that your batteries charge fully.
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❏ Do not use detergents or chemical solvents such
as thinner, benzine, or alcohol-based solutions to
clean your camera, batteries, or battery charger.
Doing so can damage your equipment.
❏ Never attempt to clean the inside of the battery
compartment of your camera. Doing so can
damage your camera.
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Keep the battery ends clean by wiping them with a dry
cloth.
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❏ Do not apply heat or force to batteries, and do
not disassemble, drop, short-circuit, or put
batteries into contact with fire or water.
❏ Do not carry batteries loose in your pockets.
❏ Do not use different types of batteries together;
this can cause fire or an explosion.
❏ Always use batteries from the same package as a
set. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Storing the batteries
If you do not plan to use the camera for a long period
of time, remove the batteries and store them in a dry
location at a low temperature.
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❏ Do not store batteries together with metal
objects, which could short-circuit the batteries.
❏ Avoid storing batteries in extremely hot or
humid locations.
❏ Store batteries out of reach of children.
❏ Always remove the batteries from the camera
and charger before storing. Batteries left in your
camera and charger for a long time may leak and
cause damage.
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Disposing of the batteries
Before disposing of batteries, make sure you discharge
them completely.
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❏ Be sure to securely cover the + end of each
battery with tape when disposing of them to
prevent combustion or an explosion.
❏ Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance
with all applicable laws. Contact your local
government agency for information about
battery recycling and disposal.
Setting Up Your Camera
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This section explains how to attach the lens cap and
strap to your camera, install a memory card, and make
a few basic camera settings.
Attaching the strap to your camera
Before attaching the strap, be sure to read the safety
instructions outlined in “When using the strap” on
page 5.
To attach the strap, follow these steps.
For users in The Netherlands:
Do not dispose of the batteries as ordinary refuse.
Instead, dispose of them as small chemical waste in
accordance with local laws and the following Dutch
Government Gazette 45, KCA Marking:
Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd.
Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet
weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.
For users in Germany:
Do not dispose of batteries as ordinary refuse. Instead,
dispose of them in a recycle box in accordance with
local laws.
1. Unscrew the screw sleeve on the triangular
fastener at the end of the strap. Then attach the
fastener to the camera by passing it through an
eyelet on one side of the camera as shown below.
unscrew sleeve
to open
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2. Tighten the screw sleeve on the fastener as shown
below to close it.
screw shut to secure
3. After securely closing the fastener, turn it so that
the screw sleeve is covered by the strap, as shown
below.
Attaching the lens cap to your camera
After you have attached the camera strap, you can
attach the lens cap to your camera using the lens caps
string. To attach the string to the lens cap and then to
the camera, follow these steps.
1. Pass the end of the string with the smaller loop
through the eyelet on the edge of the lens cap, then
pass the other end of the string through the
smaller loop and pull it tight as shown below.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to attach the other end
of the strap to the other side of the camera.
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2. Pass the end of the string with the larger loop
through the camera strap’s triangular fastener as
shown below.
Installing and removing a CompactFlash Card
You cannot take photos unless a CompactFlash Card
is installed in your camera.
Your camera comes with the memory card already
installed. If you need to install or remove the memory
card, follow these steps.
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Open the memory card cover.
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3. Then gently pull the lens cap through the string’s
larger loop until the string is securely attached to
the camera.
To install the card, make sure that the front of the
card and the front of the camera are facing the
same direction, then insert the card all the way
into the memory card slot.
memory card
cover
back of
the card
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To remove the card, push in the eject button below
the memory card slot. Then, remove the card and
close the cover.
eject button
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❏ Never remove the memory card while the
camera is on. Data in the card may be lost
or damaged.
❏ Avoid using or storing the card in direct
sunlight, or in places that are extremely hot,
humid, or dusty.
Turning on your camera for the first time
The first time you turn on your camera, you must
select the default language for messages displayed on
the LCD monitor and set the date and time before you
can use the camera to take pictures. See the sections
below.
Setting the language
Follow these steps to specify the language the first
time you turn on the camera. Depending on the
country of purchase, you can choose from English,
Japanese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese,
Spanish, or Chinese.
1. Turn the camera’s d ial switch to and press the
POWER button to turn on the camera. A message
appears on the LCD monitor instructing you to set
the language.
2. Press the arrow icon buttons to select the
appropriate language.
3. Press the BACK button to save your selection.
If you need to change the language setting, see
“Selecting the signal system and language” on page
4-21.
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Setting the date and time
The first time you turn on the camera, after setting the
language you must set the date (month, day, and year)
and time (hours and minutes). Once these settings are
made, the camera automatically records the date and
time that each image is taken.
Follow the steps below to set the clock using the LCD
monitor.
1. After you finish making the language settings in
the previous section, a screen appears with the
month setting highlighted in red.
To change the order of the date display, press the
top button on the right side of the LCD monitor.
You can make the following settings: M.D.Y (for
month/day/year); D.M.Y (for day/month/year);
and Y.M.D (for year/month/day).
2. To adjust the value of the highlighted item, use
the up and down arrow icon buttons.
To change which item is highlighted, use the right
and left arrow icon buttons.
3. After setting the correct time and date, save the
settings by pressing the BACK button.
You are now ready to take pictures using your
PhotoPC 3100Z. Proceed to Chapter 2, “Taking
Pictures,” for simple, step-by-step instructions.
If you need to change the date and time settings, see
“Setting the time and date” on page 4-19.
After taking photos, you can transfer the images to
your computer using EPSON Photo!4 and EPSON
AutoDownloader. See Chapter 5, “Using Images on
Your Computer.”
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