Epson Digitial Camera User Manual
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
FOR AMERICAN USERS
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
and television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does caus e inte rf e ren ce to radi o and
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
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receiver is connected
Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will
invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels that
exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the
user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this
equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to
unused interfaces.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
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DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
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implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable
for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness fo r a pa rti cu la r
purpose or for any indirect, spec i al , or conse quential damages. Some states
do not allow the ex cl us ion of incidental or consequential dam ages, so this
exclusion may not apply to you.
Like photocopiers, dig it al ca me ra s ca n be m isu sed by improper
photographing of co pyri ghted material. Although Section 107 of the U.S.
Copyright Act of 1976 (Title 17, United States Code), the “fair use” doctrine,
permits limited copyin g in c ert a in c irc um st anc es, those circumstances ma y
not be as broad as some peopl e assu me . Unle ss you have the advice of a
knowledgeable attorney, be responsible and respectful by not photographing
published material witho ut the permi ssion of the copyright holder.
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mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written
permission of Epson America, Inc. N o patent liability is assumed with
respect to the use of info rmation contained herein. Nor is any liabili ty
assumed for damages resul ti ng from the use of the informa ti on contained
herein. Further, this publi c ation and features descr ibe d he rein are subject to
change without notice.
TRADEMARKS
EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
PhotoPC and PhotoSpan are trademarks of Epson America, Inc.
EPSON Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.
EasyPhoto and the EasyPhoto logo are trademarks of Storm Software, Inc.
General notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only
and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights
in those marks.
Copyright © 1996 by Epson America, Inc. CPD3585
Torrance, California, USA 7/96
A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF
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Table of Contents
Introduction
PhotoPC Features 2
Optional Accessories 2
Minimum System Requirements 2
Where to Get Help 3
Electronic Support Services 3
Where to Get Software Help 4
Registration 5
Safety Instructions 5
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 1-1
Getting to Know the Camer a 1-2
Installing Batter ies 1-3
Handling Batteries 1-4
Attaching the Hand Strap 1-5
Removing the Plastic Film 1-5
Installing Your Eas yPhoto Software 1-5
Installing the PhotoPC Plug-in 1-6
Chapter 2: Taking Pictures with PhotoPC
Turning the Camera On and Off 2-2
Saving Power with Auto Shut-off 2-2
Using the EasyTouch Control Panel 2-2
Checking the Batter y Icon 2-3
Snapping the Shutter 2-3
Taking Pictures in Range 2-4
Adjusting Settings 2-4
Flash 2-5
Resolution 2-6
Timer 2-8
Erasing Pictures 2-9
Checking the Picture Counter 2-9
Chapter 3: Using PhotoPC with Your Macintosh
Connecting Phot oPC to Your Macintosh 3-1
Transferring Pictures to Your Macintosh 3-4
Erasing Pictures from Your Camera 3-6
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PhotoPC Macintosh User’s Guide
Using Pictures in Your Documents 3-6
Inserting a Picture with Copy and Paste 3-7
Inserting a Picture w ith D r ag and Drop 3-9
Inserting a Picture by I m porting 3-10
Closing EasyPhoto 3-11
Chapter 4: Working with Your Pictures
Using Galleries 4-2
Adding or Changing Picture Information 4-2
Finding a Picture 4-3
Displaying a Gallery as a Slide Show 4-4
Making Changes with the Workshop 4-5
Cropping 4-6
Resizing 4-6
Rotating 4-7
Adjusting Brightne ss and Contrast 4-7
Adjusting Colors 4-8
Removing Red-Eye 4-8
Cutting, Copying, Pasting, and Flipping 4-9
Saving and Printing Your Pictures 4-9
Changing Picture File Information 4-10
Chapter 5: Using Advanced Features
Getting Ready to Use A dvanced Features 5-1
Setting the Clock 5-2
Setting Auto Shut-off 5-3
Setting the Shutter Speed 5-3
Adjusting Port Settings 5-4
Taking Pictures from Your Macintosh 5-5
Snapping the Shutter 5-7
Chapter 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Caring for the Camera 6-1
Solving Camera Problems 6-2
Solving Picture Problems 6-4
Appendix A: Using Optional Accessories
Expanding Your Phot oPC Memory A-1
Installing PhotoSpan Memory Modules A-2
Using the Universal AC Adapter A-4
Using Optional Lenses A-5
Appendix B: Specifications
Physical Dimensions B-1
Power B-1
Technical B-2
Photographic B-2
Index
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disk. You can edit, enhance, and organize your pictures or simply paste
them into your documents.
Create professional letters, documents, and presentations with real life
images right on your desktop. Share pictures with business colleagues or
friends over the Int ernet. Add color an d visual appeal to your
newsletters, fl yers, and brochures. Anything you can display on your
screen or print will look better with PhotoPC pi ctures.
Introduction
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PhotoPC Features
PhotoPC is a complete system for capturing digital images, and includes
the following features:
❙ Base unit with 1MB internal memory for 16 high-resolution image s
(640 × 480 pi xels) or 32 st andard-resoluti on images (320 × 240
pixels)
❙ 24-bit color image capture
❙ Built-in flash with both automatic and manual settings
❙ Self-timer
❙ Automatic shut-off to save batter ies
❙ Variable shutter speed
❙ Automatic date and time recording for each picture
❙ Cable for transfe rr i ng photos to your Ma ci nt osh
(or PC cable with Mac adapter)
❙ EasyPhoto
print your pictures
❙ Use your pictures w i th any application
❙ Print out your pictures on any color or black and whi te printer.
software that lets you transfer, organize, enhance, and
Optional Accessories
EPSON offers the following optional accessories for enhancing your
PhotoPC:
❙ 2MB and 4MB PhotoSpan
memory modules
❙ Universal AC adapter for use w ith a standard el ectric outlet.
You can also use st andard 37 mm video camcorder lenses an d filters
available from leading suppliers, such as Tiffen.
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Minimum System Requirements
❙ Macintosh with 68030 or higher proc es sor or PowerPC
❙ System Software version 7.1 or later
❙ 8MB RAM (16MB recommended)
❙ At least 15MB free hard disk space
❙ VGA or SVGA m oni tor with at least 256 -color display
(thousands of co l ors recommended).
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Where to Get Help
If you purchased your PhotoPC and/or Connectivity Kit in the United
States or Canada, EPSON provides customer support and service
through a network of A ut horized EPSON Custom er Care Centers.
EPSON also provides the following services when you di al (800) 9228911:
❙ Technical assis ta nce with the installat ion, configuration, and
operation of EPSON products
❙ Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON Rese lle r o r
Customer Care Center
❙ Customer relations
❙ EPSON technical information library fax service
❙ Product literature on current and new pr oducts.
You can purchase accessories, printed manuals, or parts for EPSON
products from EPS O N A ccessories at (800) 873- 7766 (U.S. sales onl y).
In Canada, call (800) GO-EPSON. If you pu rchased your PhotoPC
outside the United States or Canada, contact your EPSON dealer or the
marketing location nearest you for c u s tomer support and service.
If you need help wi th E asyPhoto software , contact Storm Softw are as
described on pag e 4.
Electronic Support Services
If you have a modem, the fastest way to access helpful tips,
specifications, drivers, application notes, and bulletins for EPSON
products is through the online serv i ces described belo w .
World Wide Web
If you are connecte d to the Internet and ha ve a Web browser, you can
access EPSON’s World Wide Web site at http://www.epson.com.
EPSON’s home page links users to What’s New, EPSON Products,
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EPSON Connection,
Link to the EPSON Connection for the latest drivers and FAQs
(Frequently Asked Questions) and the EPSON Chat area. To get in touch
with EPSON around the world, EPSON Cont acts includes contact
information for local EPSON subsidia rie s.
EPSON Internet FTP Site
If you have access to t he I nt er net and an FTP client, you c an download
drivers, FAQs, and sample f iles from EPSON’s FTP site. Use your FTP
client or Web browser to log onto ftp.epson.com with the user name
anonymous and yo ur
e-mail address as the password.
Corporate Info, and EPSON Contacts.
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EPSON Download Service
You can call the EPSON Download Service (BBS) at
(800) 442-2007. N o m embership is requ ir ed. Make sure your
communications software is set to 8 data bi ts with 1 stop bit, no parity
bit, and a modem speed up to 28.8 Kbps. See the documentation that
came with your communications software for more information.
EPSON Fax-on-Demand Service
You can access EPSON ’s technical information librar y by calling (800)
922-8911 or (800) 44 2-2110 and providing a ret ur n fax number.
Epson Forum on Compuserve
CompuServe members can call the Epson A m er i ca Forum on
CompuServe. If you ar e already a member, sim ply type GO EPSON at
the menu prompt to reach the Forum.
To take advantage of this offer, call (800) 848-8199 in the United States
and Canada and ask for representative #529. In other countries, call the
following U.S. telephone number: (614) 529-1611, or your local
CompuServe access number.
Where to Get Software Help
If you need help with your EasyPhoto software, you can contact St orm
Software at the following numbers:
Telephone: (415) 969-9555
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Fax: (415) 691- 9825
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If you have a modem and access to the Internet or other online service,
you can also contact Storm Software at the following addresses:
If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are eligible for a
free introductory membership as an owner of an EPSON product. This
membership entitles you to:
An introductory credit on CompuServe
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Your own user ID an d password
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A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine,
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CompuServe’s monthly publication.
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World Wide Web site:
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http://www.stormsoft.com/storm/
E-mail: support@stormsoft.com
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America Online: STORMSOFT
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CompuServe: 73060,3227
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Prodigy: UEJR16A
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Registration
Please take a minute to fill out the registration card included with
PhotoPC and mail it back to us. This
enables you to re ceive special inf ormation on soft w are upgrades,
accessories, an d new products. You ’l l get immediate attention if you
have a problem with your PhotoPC.
Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Also
follow all warnings and instructions marked on the camera.
❙ To reduce the risk of el ectric shock, do not r em ove the camera’s
cover or open an y c ompar tment s ex cept as ins tru cted in thi s
Guide
.
❙ To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the camera to rain
or moisture.
❙ Do not use outdo o r s during a thunderstorm.
❙ If the camera shows unusual signs such as noise, odor, or sm oke,
stop using it and turn it off immediately. Remove the batteries and/
or disconnect the AC adapter.
User’s
❙ To avoid damage to the optics of the camera , do not expose t he lens
to direct sunligh t f or extended period s of ti m e.
❙ Do not store the camera near sources of bright light, direct sunlight,
high humidit y, heat , ex cessiv e dirt or dust , or where it i s expo sed to
strong vibrations or magnetic fields.
❙ To prevent possib le eye in jury, do not tak e flas h pict ures of fa ces at
close range.
❙ Avoid sudden temperature change s, w h i ch can cause moisture to
condense on the cam era. Keep the camera in a case or bag if yo u
need to move it from a cold environment to a warm one. Allow
time for the camera to adjust to temperature changes before
using it.
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❙ Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. Wipe off dust with a clean,
dry cloth.
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Getting Started
camera
hand strap
Mac adapter
software
PhotoPC cable
batteries
his chapter helps yo u get ready to use your
PhotoPC. It covers t he following:
Getting to know the camera
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Installing the batteries
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Attaching the hand strap
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Removing the plastic film
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Installing your EasyPhoto software
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Installing the PhotoPC Plug-in.
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Unpacking Your PhotoPC
PhotoPC for the Macintosh is available in two packages: the Mac
version, which includes all the parts shown to the left, and the Mac
Connectivity Kit, which includes only the parts shown on page 1-2.
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The Mac Connectivity Kit works with the Windows Version of
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red timer light
flash
lens
battery cover
light sensor
power switch
port cover
viewfinder
green standby light
shutter
button
battery cover
lock
control panel
hand strap holder
PhotoPC. Make sure you use the software and cable that came in your
Mac Connectivity Kit as shown below, and not the ones that came in the
PhotoPC box.
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software
PhotoPC Mac cable
Getting to Know the Camera
After you unpack your PhotoPC, take a few minutes to lear n about its
features, as show n to the right.
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Getting Started
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Documentation Department
20770 Madrona Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 782-0770
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Installing Batteries
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Documentation Department
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DATE
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Your PhotoPC comes wi t h f our AA alkaline batteri es. Make sure the
camera is turned off, and follow these steps to insert the batteries:
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Slide the battery cover lock to th e rig ht to release the cover.
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Grasp the batt ery cover and pull it away from the camer a body as
shown.
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Insert all four batteries int o the compartment, p os itioning the + a nd
- ends as shown in the compartment. Arrange the ribbon under the
batteries so you can use it to pull them ou t when you need to
replace them. Press down on the batteries to snap them into place.
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Replace the batt ery cover.
Getting Starte d
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Handling Batteries
When your PhotoP C batteries wear out, you can replace them with any
of the following:
❙
Single-use AA al kaline batteries
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Single-use AA lithium batteries (longest battery life)
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Rechargeable AA Ni-Cad batteries (shortest battery life).
WARNING
To avoid the danger of fire or explosion, do not mix different types of
batteries. Do not allow the battery contacts to touch metal objects such
as coins or keys, which could short out the battery’s circuits.
Note the following when handling batteries:
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Do not use mangan ese batteries.
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Replace all four batteries at the same time.
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Do not drop, puncture, disassembl e, or m utilate batteries. D o not
get them wet or expose them to fire.
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When the camera is not used for long periods of time, remove the
batteries and stor e t hem at a low temperat ure in a dry location.
❙
Dispose of used bat t eries according to t he battery manufact urer’s
instructions and in complianc e with all applicable laws. Contact
your local government agency for information about battery
recycling and di sposal.
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If you use rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries , rep la ce them with four
fully-charged batteries. If you find that your batteries run out faster
after you recharge them a number of times, make sure you
discharge them completely before recharging.
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Getting Started
Attaching the Hand Strap
To attach the hand st rap, loop the strap a ro und the holder on the sid e of
the camera as shown below.
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Removing the Plastic Film
To protect the camera from scratches, some parts have been covered
with plastic film, as shown in the gray areas below. Peel off the plastic
film before you use your camera.
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remove film
remove film
Installing Your EasyPhoto Software
PhotoPC comes w it h EasyPhoto, a softw are application th at le ts you
transfer yo ur pi ctur es fr om the camer a to you r Mac intos h and p lace them
in documents. You can also use EasyPhot o to org anize, enhance, and
print your pi ctures.
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1-5
If you have the PhotoPC Mac Version, use the software diskettes that
came in the box with the camera. If you have the Mac Connectivity Kit,
make sure you use the diskettes that came in the kit.
Follow these steps to install EasyPhoto:
1
Insert EasyPhoto diskette 1 in your diskette drive.
2
Double-click the Install icon. You see the EasyPhoto setup screen.
3
Click Continue.
4
Click Install.
Installing the PhotoPC Plug-in
The software that you installed includes the PhotoPC
Plug-in. This is the interface that lets you transfer pictures from the
camera to your M acintosh. If you have other applications th at support
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the Plug-in, such as Adobe
you can also use these applications to transfer pictures.
First you need to insta ll t he Pl ug-in for PhotoShop or Ph ot oDeluxe.
Follow these st eps:
1
Open the EasyPhoto folder, then the EasyPhoto files folder, then
the Plug-ins folder.
PhotoShop 3.0 or Adobe PhotoD el uxe,
NOTE
If you want to have the time and date of each picture automatically
recorded, see page 5-2 for instr uctions.
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Getting Started
2
Click on the PhotoPC Pl ug-in.
3
Choose Make Alias from the File menu.
4
Drag the alias to the PhotoShop or PhotoDeluxe
Plug-ins folder.
You can now use Phot oShop
well as EasyPhoto . Tu rn to Chapter 2 for picture-taking instructions.
or PhotoDelux e to tr ansf er your pict ures, as
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❙ Checking the battery icon
❙ Snapping the shutter
❙ Taking pictures in range
❙ Adjusting settings
❙ Erasing pict ures
❙ Checking the picture counter.
Taking Pictures with Phot oPC
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Turning the Camera On and Off
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To turn the camera on, simpl y sli de t he power switc h to t he ON p ositio n.
The lens cover opens and the control panel on the top of the camera
lights up. T h e gre en st andb y l ig ht on th e b ack of the came ra fla shes fo r a
few seconds. When it stops flashing and stays fully lit, the camera is
ready to take pictures.
shutter button
green standby
light
power switch
Slide the power switch to the OFF position to turn off the camera. The
lens cover closes and the control panel turns off.
control panel
Saving Power with Auto Shut-off
If you wait more than 60 seconds before taking a picture, th e camera
turns off automatically to save battery power. To turn the camera back
on, slide the power switch OFF, and then ON. Or press the shutter
button. You will have to press the shutter button again to take a picture.
If you want, you can chan ge th e 60- second time peri od for au to shut- of f.
For more information, see page 5-3.
Using the EasyTouch Control Panel
The control panel keeps track of how many pictures you’ve taken and
gives you important information about the status of your batt ery and the
settings you’re using.
resolution mode
pictures taken
pictures remaining
timer
erase last picture
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battery level
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20770 Madrona Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503
310) 782-0770
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flash mode
Checking the Battery Icon
viewfinder
green standby light
shutter button
Before you take pictu re s, check the battery icon on the control panel.
The icon shows how much battery power you have left, in the follo wing
four stages:
Full battery power (or AC adapter in use)
3
Slowly press the shutter button.
4
Hold the camera still until the camera beeps and the standby light
starts flashing.
The battery icon is not precise, so you should use it only as a guide to
remaining power. Several factors can affect battery life, including the
surrounding tem perature and the typ e of batteries you use. Low
temperatures (es pecially below 50° F) w eaken your batteri es. See page
1-3 for information about changing batteries.
Snapping the Shutter
Follow these steps to take a picture:
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Battery power is decr eas ing
Battery power is almost out
Change batteries
Turn the camera on and wait until the green standby light st ops
flashing.
Look straight through the viewfinder and center your subject.
The flashing light indicates that the camera has capture d the imag e an d
is processing it. (If you try to press th e shutter button agai n, you’ll hear
an “error” beep .) When the light stops fl ashing, the image is saved.
Saved images remain in memo ry for up to a year , even when the camera
is turned off and the batteries are removed.
You can take a noth er pi ctur e when the standb y lig ht st ops flash ing. If th e
light flashes longer each time you take a picture, your batteries are
becoming weaker.
Taking Pictures with Phot oPC
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NOTE
Remember that the camera shuts off automatically after 60 seconds.
To turn the camera back on, slide the power switch OFF, and then
ON. Or press the shutter butto n to t urn on the ca mera. Yo u will h ave
to press the shutter button again to take a picture.
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When you’re ta king pict ures outd oors, make su re th e sun i s at your ba ck.
In very bright light (at the beach or i n snow, for ex am ple), your pictures
may come out too light. You can use an ND filter to reduce the amount of
light. See page 6-5 for more information.
Taking Pictures in Range
You should be at le as t 2 f eet (60 cm) away fro m th e subject you are
photographing. If you want to take pictures at a closer range, you should
use a 37 mm video camcorder close-up lens. See page A-5 for
instructions.
However, if you use a close-up or “macro” lens, the viewfinder does not
give you an accura te im age of your picture. Y ou may want to connect
the camera to your Macintosh and view your close-up images on the
screen before yo u capture them. See p age 5-5 for informat i on on
viewing and taking pictures from your Macintosh.
You can take flash pictures within a range of 3 to 10 feet, as described on
page 2-5.
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Taking Pictures with PhotoPC
Adjusting Settings
You can adjust the f ol lo w i ng t hr ee settings on PhotoPC using the
EasyTouch co nt rol buttons on the top of
the camera:
❙ Flash
❙ Resolution
❙ Timer.
Flash and resolution settings remain in effect even after you turn off the
camera.
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The controls return to their factory settings when you remove or change
the batteries.
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EPSON AMERICA, INC.
Documentation Department
20770 Madrona Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 782-0770
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eraseresolution flash
Flash
PhotoPC’s built-i n flash has three sett i ngs as listed below, which are
effective within a range of 3 to 10 feet. Press the flash control button to
cycle from one setting to another. The set t ings appear on the co nt rol
panel as shown to the right.
Auto
The flash goes off automatically whenever it’s needed for
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adequate lighting (factory setting).
Forced Flash
The flash goes off with every picture you take. Use this setting
to compensate for backlighting; for example, when you are
facing the sun.
Flash Off
The flash is disabled, even when adequate lighting is not
available. Use this setting for special effects, or where flash
photography is prohibited.
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Taking Pictures with Phot oPC
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Resolution
PhotoPC has two resolution settings, high and standard. Press the
resolution control button to switch from one setting to the other. The
settings appear on t he control panel as shown.
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resolution button
High resolution
Images are captured at 640 × 480 pixels. Your pictures include
more detail, but the camera may hold only 16 pictures (factory
setting).
Standard resolution
Images are captur ed at 320 × 240 pixels. The camera holds at
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least 32 pictures, but the imag es include less detail.
You can switch freely between the two settings and store both standard
and high reso lu tion pictur es in the camera. The camera’ s capacity varies
accordingly. Fo r example, the cam er a holds 24 pictures if you take 8 at
high resolution and 16 at standard resolution.
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Choose high resolution if you want “snapshot”-size or larger pictures.
Standard resolution is sufficient for “wallet”-size pictures.
The following examples show the same im age captured at standard and
high resolution.
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Taking Pictures with PhotoPC
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