Epson PC 800 User Guide
Color Digital Camera
User's Guide
User's Guide
4010705
S01-00
Where to Find Information
This User’s Guide
Provides detai led inf ormat i on on usi ng your EPSON Photo PC 800, t he Direc t Print pr ogr am, and opti onal produc ts;
from setting up to troubleshooting.
EPSON Photo!3/EPSON Photo File Uploader3 User’s Guide
Provides information on EPSON Photo!3 software which is necessary for using the photos on your computer, and
uplo ading utilities including EPSON Photo File Upl o ader3.
Online Help
Provides detailed information and instructions for EPSON Photo!3 that controls your PhotoPC 800. Online help is
installed automatically when you install EPSON Photo!3. See the
accessing online help.
Color Guide (inc lu de d in the CD-ROM in some locatio ns)
Explains the basics of color imaging and shows you how to get the most from your PhotoPC 800 and other EPSON
products. See “Viewing the Color Guide” on page 2-29 of this
EPSON Photo!3 User’s Guide
User’s Guide
for informati on on a ccessing t he
for informat io n on
Color Guide
.
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COLOR DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Guide
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contained here in. Neither is any liability assumed for damages
resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
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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 s hall not be liable against any
damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any
consumable products other than those des ignated as Original EPSON
Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
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EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright©1999 b y SEIKO EPSO N CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan .
Other product names used herein are for identification
Declaration of Conformity
According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi,
Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan
Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V.
Address: Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen
The Netherlands
Declares that the Product:
Product Name: Digital Still Camera
Model: G760A
Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):
Directive 89/3 36/E EC :
EN 55022 Class B
EN 50082-1
IEC 801-2
IEC 801-3
IEC 801-4
May, 1999
H. Horiuc hi
President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.
A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF
COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS
Like photocopiers, digital cameras can be misused by improper
photographing of copyrighted material. Unless you have 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 800 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
For United Kingdom users - use of options . . . . 3
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
When using the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
When using the hand strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
When using the charger and batteries. . . . . . . . . 4
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Camera Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Using the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Charging the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Installing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Replacing the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Handling the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Storing the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Disposing of the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Setting Up Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Attaching the hand strap to your camera . . . . . . 1-9
Installing and removing a CompactFlash Card . 1-9
Setting the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10
Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Chapter 2 Taking Pictures
Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Your camera’s picture-taking range. . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Checking the display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Using the dial switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Making basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Using the self timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
Making Settings in the Viewfinder Dial Position. . . . .2-7
Adjusting the image quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Setting the flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Adjusting the sensitivity setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Adjusting the white balance setting. . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Adjusting the exposure setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
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Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Using the digital zoom feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
Using the macro setting to take close-ups . . . . . .2-12
Taking panoramas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Making Settings in the LCD Monitor Dial Position . . .2-13
Making a predefined exposure setting. . . . . . . . .2-13
Adjusting the white balance setting . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Adjusting the sensitivity setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
Making basic exposure adjustments. . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Making advanced exposure adjustments. . . . . . .2-17
Making manual focus settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
Changing the metering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
Taking Multiple Exposures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
Using the continuous shooting feature. . . . . . . . .2-20
Using the time lapse feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21
Making Audio Recordings for Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
Right after taking photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
For existing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23
Making Additional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24
Setting the time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24
Making the camera mode setting . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24
Changing the color/monochrome setting . . . . . .2-25
Quick shooting feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26
Setting the automatic shut-off feature . . . . . . . . .2-26
Setting the LCD monitor’s brightness. . . . . . . . . .2-27
Setting the beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27
Making user settings for white balance . . . . . . . .2-28
Selecting the language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-28
Selecting a folder in the CompactFlash Card. . . .2-29
Viewing the Color Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Chapter 3 Viewing and Managing Your Photos
Viewing Photos with the LCD Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Displaying multiple photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Magnifying photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Viewing a slide show of your photos . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Viewing photo information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Managing Photos with the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Erasing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Locking and unlocking photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Erasing audio recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Using Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Viewing Pictures on a Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Viewing Pictures with an EPSON Projector. . . . . . . . . 3-11
Chapter 4 Using Direct Print to Print Photos
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Connecting your camera to the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Installing the Direct Print Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Printing Your Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Accessing the Direct Print program. . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Choosing a print format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Printing procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Printing the photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
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LCD Monitor and Display Panel Messages . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Printed Image Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Chapter 5 Camera Options and Accessories
Using CompactFlash Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Installing a CompactFlash Card into your
computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Copying photos directly to a computer . . . . . . . 5-3
Copying or deleting programs using a
CompactFlash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Formatting memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Using the AC Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Appendix A Spe cifications
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-6
Optional PCMCIA Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-6
Optional AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-7
Chapter 6 Maintenance an d Troubleshooting
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Handling the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Cleaning the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Storing the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Cleaning the battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Camera problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Picture problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Appendix B Contacting Customer Support
For United Kingdom and the Republic of
Ireland Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1
World Wide Web. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1
Faxon EPSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2
Bulletin Board Service for latest drivers and
utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2
Customer and Warranty Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Pre Sales Enquiry Desk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
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For Australian Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
EPSON FAXBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
EPSON Bulletin Board System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
Internet URL http://www.epson.com.au . . . . . .B-4
Your dealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-4
EPSON Helpdesk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-4
For Singapore Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-4
For Hong Kong Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-4
Internet home page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5
Electronic bulletin board system . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5
Technical Support Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5
For Philippines Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5
Appendix C Dial Position Settings
Available settings in the dial position . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2
Available settings in the dial position . . . . . . . . . . . .C-3
Available settings in the dial position . . . . . . . . . . .C-3
When using the Program camera mode. . . . . . . .C-3
When using the Manual camera mode. . . . . . . . .C-4
Glossary
Index
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Introduction
Your new EPSON® PhotoPC™ 800 is a revolu tionary,
easy-to-use digital camera that enables you to take
full-color pictures for use with your computer. The
PhotoPC 800 comes with everything you need,
including EPSON Photo!3 software that lets you
transfer your pictures to your computer’s hard disk.
You can then edit, enhance, and organize your
pictures, or simply place them into your documents.
To use EPSON Photo!3, see the
EPSON Photo File Uploader3 User’s Guide
Create professional letters, documents, and
presentations with real life images right on your
desktop. Share pictures with business colleagues or
friends over the Internet. Add color and visual appeal
to your newsletters, flyers, and brochures. Anything
you can print out or display on your screen will look
better with images from your PhotoPC 800.
EPSON Photo!3/
.
PhotoPC 800 Features
PhotoPC 800 is a complete system for captur ing digital
images, and includes the following features.
❏
2.1 Mega pixel CCD (can be enha nced to 3.0 Mega
pixel with HyPict)
❏
24-b it color image cap ture
❏
High resolut ion (1600 × 1200 pixels, or 1984 × 1488
pixels with HyPict)
❏
Built-in color LCD monitor for previewing and
playing back pictures
❏
Built-in microphone for audio recordings
❏
Macro, digital 2× zoom, and panorama photo
formats
❏
Continuous shooting of up to ten pictures in
sequence
❏
Automatic, predefined, or manual white balance
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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 w ith automatic flash, forced flash,
flash off, and Slow Synchro Flash (for taking
pictures at night or in dark places)
❏
Self timer (ten seconds)
❏
Automatic shut-off setting to save batteries
❏
EPSON Photo!3 software that lets you transfer
your pictures to your computer
❏
EPSON Photo File Uploader3 software that
allows you to convert images stored in your
computer to E PSON Photo file format and upload
them to your camera
❏
EPSON Prog ram Upl oader sof twa re th at lets you
upload optional programs to the camera from
your computer
❏
Pictures compatible with both Windows
Macintosh
®
applications
®
and
Options
The following PhotoPC 800 options are available from
EPSO N.
❏
CompactFlash™ cards
(For information, contact your EPSON dealer.)
❏
PCMCIA adapter (B867041)
❏
AC Adapter (B86706✽) for use with a standard
electrical outlet
❏
Power Pack (B81817✽) whic h include s:
Ni-MH Battery Charge r
Four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
❏
Package of four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
(B81811✽)
Note:
❏
The as terisk is a substi tute for the last digit of the
product number, which varies by country.
❏
The PhotoP C 800 co mes w ith a Power Pack ( des cribe d
above), and an 8 MB CompactFlash Card.
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The AC Adapter model EU-37, 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.
Safety Instructions
Read all these instructions and save them for later
reference. Follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the camera and options.
When using t he camera
❏
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
the cove r of the ca mera or o ptions and 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
came ra with a blanket.
❏
To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the
camera where flammable or volatile gas is stored.
❏
Do not use outdoors during a thunderstorm.
❏
If the camera o r option sho ws unusual signs s uch
as noise, odor, or smoke, stop usage and turn off
immediately. Remove the batteries and/or
disconnect the AC adapter from the camera, and
unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.
❏
To prevent possible injury, do not take flash
pictures close to the subject's eyes.
❏
Use only the type of power source indicated in
User's Guide
this
❏
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:
.
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The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has
entered the camera or options; the camera or
options have been dropped or the case damaged;
the camera or opt ions d o not operat e no rmall y or
exhibit a distinct change in performance.
❏
Never adjust controls that are not mentioned in
the operating instructions.
❏
If you plan to use the camera and options in
Germany, observe the following:
When using t he h and st r ap
❏
Do not swing the camera about. This can damage
the camera or other objects, or injure others.
❏
Do not pull or tighten the strap too firmly while
wearing it around your hand; this can cause
serious injury.
❏
Keep the strap away from children.
4
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for the products, the
building installation must be protected by a 16
Amp circuit breaker.
Bei Anschluß des Produkts an die
Stromversorgung muß sichergestellt werden, daß
die Gebädeinstallation mit einem 16
A-Überstromschalter abgesichert ist.
❏
If the liquid crystal solution contained in the
display panel or in the screen on 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.
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When using t he ch ar ger and batteries
❏
Read all relevant safety and operating
instructions before using these products.
❏
Use only the EPSON Ni-MH Battery Charger,
Model EU-38 to charge the EPSON Ni-MH
Batteries Model EU-24. Never attempt to charge
other types of batteries in this charger as they may
explode, leak, overheat, or cause personal injury.
❏
Do not charge primary (non-rechargeable)
batteries.
❏
Use the type of power source indicated on the
charger’s label. Always supply power directly
from a standard domestic electrical outlet.
❏
Be sure your AC power c ord meets relevant s afety
standards of the area where you plan to use it.
❏
Do not attempt to service the charger yourself.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
❏
Do not use the batteries or charger near water or
handle them with wet hands.
❏
Unplug the charger if the batteries are not fully
charged after four hours.
❏
Power-supply cords should be protected from
abrasion, cuts, crimping and kinking. Be sure to
place your cords to avoid any damage. Do not
place obje cts on top of the power cord or al low the
power cord to be stepped on or run over. You
should take special care to try to keep the power
cord straight at the ends and the points where it
enters and leaves the transformer.
❏
Unplug your equipment from the wall out let and
refer servicing to qualified personnel under the
following conditions:
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has
entered your equipment; if your equipment has
been exposed to rain or water ; i f you r e quipment
has been dropped or damaged; if your equipment
is operating abnormally or exhibits a distinct
change in performance. Adjust only those
controls described in your product
documentation.
❏
Keep away from heat sources. Use the charger
within the temperature range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F
to 95°F).
❏
Do not insert batteries into the charger backward
as they may explode, leak, overheat, or cause
personal injury.
❏
Do not insert objects into any openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts.
❏
Never disassemble or modify the charger.
❏
Use charger in a dry, indoor location.
❏
Do not expose batteries or the charger to water or
high humidity.
❏
Keep the charger out of reach of children.
❏
Only use the batt eries in EPSON D igital Camer as
as specified in this manual.
❏
Never use EPSON Ni-MH batteries in
combination with any other type of batteries.
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❏
To guard against short-circ uiting, do not r emove
the outside sleeves of the batteries.
❏
Do not solder lead wires or terminals direc tly to a
battery.
❏
Beware of electrical shock hazard.
❏
If battery acid gets into your eyes or on your skin,
immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly
with water and seek medical treatment. If a
battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment
immediately.
❏
Never use EPSON Ni-MH batteries in
combination with any other type of batteries, and
always use batteries from the same package as a
set. Do not mix old and new batteries, or charged
and discharged batteries.
❏
Do not use manganese batteries.
❏
Keep the batteries from making contact with
metal objects such as coins or keys, which could
short circuit the batteries.
❏
Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or
short circuit batteries. Do not put the batteries
near or into fire or water.
❏
Do not insert batteries into wall outlets or other
power sources such as a car cigarette lighter
socket.
❏
To avoid fire or electric shock, do not use batteries
that are leaking or damaged in any way.
❏
To prevent fire or electric shock, do no t c over t he
charger with a blanket.
❏
To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the
charger where flammable or volatile gas is stored.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid
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Notes co ntain important information and useful tips on the
operat ion of your camera and options.
bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to
your equipment.
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Introduction
Chapter 1
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Getting Started
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This chapter prepares you to use your PhotoPC 800
and covers the following topics.
Unpacking your PhotoPC 800
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 800
Make sure you have everything shown below.
Camera parts
Charging, installing and replacing batteries
Installing the CompactFlash Card
Attaching the hand strap
hand strap
camera
CompactFlash
Card (8 MB)
Setting the language, date and time for your
camera
Ni-MH rechargeable
AC power cord
(shape varies by location)
indows serial cable
CD-ROM and/or floppy disks
(media type and quantity vary by location)
Macintosh serial cable
battery charger
USB cable
batteries (4)
Model EU-24
camera case
video cable
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Camera Parts
After you unpack your PhotoPC 800, take a few
minutes to learn about its features, as shown below.
Back view
Front view
shutter button
flash
lens cover switch
dial switch
display panel
lens
timer light
viewfinder
video out
connector
interface
connector
AC adapter
connector
viewfinder &
shooting light
microphone
LCD mo nitor
MENU button
ISO button
status light
W.B. button
dial switch
dial switch
lock
hand strap
holder
+ button
- button
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Bottom view
memory card cover
tripod socket
battery cover lock
battery cover
memory card
cover lock
Display panel
sensitivity
(see page 2-15)
white balance
(see page 2-9)
low battery icon
(see page 1-6)
exposure
(see page 2-16)
or
✽
aperture
(see page 2-18)
monochrome
indicator
(see page 2-25)
image quality
(see page 2-7)
self timer
(see page 2-6)
flash
(see page 2-8)
number of pictures
remaining
(see page 2-2)
or
✽
shutter speed
(see page 2-17)
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Top view
image quality button
self timer button
flash button
shutter button
dial switch lo ck
dial switch
✽
When shutter is pressed half-way and Program or Manual camera
mode is selected.
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Using the Batteries
Your PhotoPC 800 comes with four Ni-MH
rechargeable bat teri es (Model EU-24 ) and the Ni-MH
Battery Charger (Model EU-38). Be sure to charge your
new rechargable batteries before installing them in the
camera.
Keep the following points in mind when using these
batteries.
❏
To fully charge new batteries or batteries that
have not been used for a long time, you may have
to charge them two or three times.
❏
Use batteries regularly so that they continue to
charge well. Batteries which have not been used
for a long time will return to normal with regular
use.
❏
Discharge batteries complete ly before recharging
them. If your bat teries are not completely dra ined
of power, you may not be able to recharge them
fully.
❏
Batteries charged in a hot environment wear out
more quickly.
❏
Do not leave batteries in a camera or charger for
a long time without use. See “Storing the
batteries” on page 1-8 for storage instructions.
❏
Rechargeable batteries wear out with repeated
use; as their charging capacity decreases, your
camera’s operating time decreases. Replace the
batteries when their operation time becomes
short.
Charging the batteries
The Ni-MH Battery Charger charges your Ni-MH
rechargeable batteries quickly to last longer in your
camera.
Before charging your batteries, be sure to read the
safety instructions in “When using the charger and
batteries” on page 4.
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Follow these steps to charge your Ni-MH batteries.
❏ Do not mix different types of batteries; this can
cause fire or explosion.
❏ Always use batteries from the same package as
a set. Do not mix old and new batteries.
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1. Install the batteries into the compartments,
positioning the + and - ends as shown.
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2. Connect the battery charger to the powe r cord a s
shown below.
charger light
3. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The
charger light turns red indicating that t he charger
is working.
Install and charge two or four batteri es at a
time f or your camera.
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4. When the batteries are fully charged, the light
goes off. To charge your batteries again, unplug
the AC power cord, then plug it in again.
Note:
Replace the batteries with new Ni-MH batteries in the
following cases: the charger light stays on for more than
120 minutes (for 2 batteries), or 240 minutes (for 4
batteries ); the charger light flashes for more than half
an hour.
5. After the light goes off, unplug the charger. To
avoid overcharging, do not leave the charger
plugged in for long periods of time after the light
goes off.
6. After the batteries cool, remove them from the
charger.
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Be sure t o i nsert all plugs and connect ors
firmly and completely.
Warning:
Batteries are ve ry hot (approximately 65°C)
during and just a fter c harging. Wait one hour
for the batteries to cool b ef ore handling.
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7. Before storing the charger, disconnect the AC
power cord and remove the batteries.
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1-5
Installing the batteries
Before installing the batteries, be sure to read the
safety instructions in “When using the charger and
batteries” on page 4.
Make sure the camera is o ff, and f ollow thes e steps to
insert or replace the batteries.
1. Turn the camera upside down with the l ens facing
you. Hold the
battery cover to the right to open the battery
cover.
button down and slide the
PUSH
PUSH button
2. Insert both batteries into the compartment,
positioning the + and - ends as shown below.
Then lower the battery cover.
3. Hold the battery cover down and slide it to the left
as shown in the illustration.
When the battery power is almost out, a low battery
icon appears on the display panel. When the
battery power runs out, this icon flashes and the
camera automatically turns off. Remove and recharge
your batteries, then install the batteries.
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Replacing the batteries
Replace your PhotoPC 800 batteries when the low
battery icon appears on the camera’s display
panel. Be sure to replace both batteries at the same
time. You can replace them with the included
rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries.
Note:
❏
If you use rechargeable N i -M H batteries in the
PhotoPC 800, replace them with two fully-charged
batteries. If you find that your batte ries run out soon
after recharging them a number of times, make sure you
discharge them completely before recharging.
❏
The Ni-MH recharg eable batteries are availa bl e as an
option.
Handling the batter ies
Keep the battery ends clean by wiping them wi th 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 i nto fire or water.
❏
Do not ke ep batteries loose in your poc kets.
❏
Do not mix different types of batteries; this can
cause fire or explosion.
❏
Always use batteries from the same package as
a set. Do not mix old and new batteries.
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1-7
Storing the batteries
If you do not plan to use the camera f o r a long period
of time, remove the batteries and store them at a low
temperature in a dry location.
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❏
Do not store batteries with metal objects, which
could short-circuit the batteries.
❏
Avoid storing batteries in extremely h ot or
humid locations.
❏
Store batteries out of reach of children.
❏
Always remove the batteri es from the camera
and charger before storing. Batteries left in
your camera and charger for a long time may
leak and cause damage.
Disposing of the batteries
Warning:
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For the Netherlands users:
Do not dispose of the batteries with ordinary refuse.
Instead, dispose of them as small chemical waste in
accordance with local laws, and the following Dutch
Government Gazette 45, KCA Marking:
❏
Be sure to securely cover the + end of each
battery with tape to prevent combustion or
explosion when disposing.
❏
Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and in
compliance with all applicable laws. Co ntact
your local government agency for information
about battery recycling and disposal.
Bij dit produkt zi jn ba tterijen geleverd.
Wanneer d ez e l eeg z ijn , m oet u z e nie t
weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.
Before disposing of batteri es, make sure you di scharge
them completely.
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Getting Started
For German users:
Do not dispose of batteries with ordinary refuse.
Instead, dispose of them in a recycle box i n accordance
with local laws.
Setting Up Your Camera
This section explains how to attach the hand strap to
your camera, install a memory card, and make a few
basic camera settings.
Attaching the hand strap to your camera
Before attaching the hand strap, be sure to read the
safety instructions in “When usi ng the hand strap” on
page 4.
To attach the hand strap, loop the strap around the
holder on the side of the camera as shown below.
Installing and remo vin g a CompactFlash Card
You need to install a CompactFlash Card in your
camera before you can take any photos. Follow these
steps.
1. Make sure the camera’s dial switch is turned to
.
Off
2. Turn the camera upside down and open the
memory card cover by sliding the memory card
cover lock in the direction of the arrow.
memory card
cover lock
3. Insert the card all the way into the memory card
slot. Make sure the front of the card and the front
of the camera are facing the same way as shown.
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1-9
front of card
To remove the card, press the eject button next to
the memory card, then remove the card by hand.
eject button
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4. Close the cover.
❏
Never remove the card while the camera is
on. Data in the card may be lost or
damaged.
❏
Avoid using or s t oring the card in direct
sunlight, or in places that are extremely
hot, humid, or dusty.
Setting the language
For PAL model cameras, you need to set the language
for messages displayed on the LCD monitor the first
time you use it. Depending on the country of
purchase, you can choose English, Japanese, French,
German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish or Chinese.
Follow these steps to set the language.
1. Turn the camera’s dial switch to . A message
stating that you need to set the language appears
on the LCD screen.
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2. Press the
to the language you want.
3. Press the
or
ISO
MENU
butt on to move the cur sor
W.B.
button to save your selection.
To change the language setting, see “Selecting the
language” on page 2-28.
Next, set the date and time as described in the
following section.
Note:
If you do not w ant to set the clock, pres s the
button to exit the menu.
2. Press the + or - button to increase or decrease the
number, until the month is correct.
MENU
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Setting the date and time
When you install the batteries for the first time, you
need to set the date (year, month, and day) and time
(hour and minutes). After you make these settings, the
camera automatically records the date and time of
each picture.
Follow these steps to set t he clock on the LCD monitor .
Note:
If you connect the PhotoPC 800 to your computer a nd access
EPSON Photo!3 when the camera's clock is not set, the
camera's da te and time is set to that o f the computer's
automatically. For instructions on conne cting the camera
to the computer and accessing EPSON Photo!3, see the
EPSON Photo!3 User’s Guide.
1. Turn the camera’s dial switch to . A screen
appears with the setting for the month
highlighted in red.
3. Press the
item, and make adjustments as described in the
previous step.
4. When the day, year, hour, and minute settings are
correctly adjusted, press the
You are now ready to take pictures with your PhotoPC
800. Turn to Chapter 2, “Taking Pictures” for simple,
step-by-step instructions.
After taking photos, you can transfer the images to
your computer in the following ways:
❏
Using your camera along with EPSON Photo!3
software. For software installation instructions,
see the
❏
Using the Direct Print to print photos. For more
information see Chapter 4, “Us ing Direct Print to
Print Photos”.
or
ISO
EPSON Photo!3 User’s Guide
button to move through each
W.B.
MENU
Getting Started
button.
.
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❏
By inserting your card into your computer’s
memory card slot directly or PCMCIA ad apter. To
use the PCMCIA adapter with your
CompactFlash Card, see “Installing a
CompactFlash Card into your computer” on
page 5-2.
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Chapter 2
Taking Pictures
Using the PhotoPC 800 to take pictures is similar to
usi ng a traditional “point and sho ot” camera. Th is
chapter explains how to take photos with the camera
and covers the following topics.
Picture-taking range
Checking the display panel
Basic settings
Taking different kinds of pictures
Using the advanced settings
Getting tips from the online
Color Guide
2
Getting Ready
This section helps you prepare to take pictures with
your PhotoPC 800. It includes information on your
camera’s picture-taking range and explains how to
make image quality and flash control settings.
Note:
EPSON is not responsible for any images you may lose
while us ing our products and software. Make sure your
camera works normally before taki ng important pictures.
Your camera’s picture-taking range
The camera should be at least 50 centimeters away
from the subject when composing a shot through the
viewfinder.
Close-up photos can be taken f rom as cl ose as 15 to 50
centimeters to the subject using the macro feature. For
instructions on using this feature, see “Using the
macro setting to take close-ups” on page 2-12.
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The flash has an effective range of 50 to 340
centimeters, or 15 to 50 centimeters when using the
macro function (the range varies depending on the
sensitivity setting). See “Setting the flash” on page 2 -8
for more deta ils.
When you are taking pictures outdoors, make sure the
sun is behind you. In very bright light (for example, at
the beach or in snow) you r pictures may come out too
light. However, you can adjust the exposure manuall y
to make your photos brighter or darker. For
instructions, see “Making advanced exposure
adjustments” on page 2-17. You can also co rrect these
problems with your computer using image editing
software.
Checking the disp lay panel
The large number in the lower right
of the display panel shows the
remaining amount of pictures you
can take.
This number is effected by the image quality setting.
When you adjust the image quality, the number of
remaining pictures changes accordingly.
To find out how many photos you have taken, set the
camera’s dial switch to . The LCD monitor displays
the picture number/total number of pictures taken o n
the right side of each picture.
Note:
If there are any audio recordi ngs stored on your memory
card, the number on the display panel may be grea ter than
the actual num b er of remaining pictures.
When the memory card is full, the number on the
display panel reads 0, the status light on the back of
the camera flashes red, and you are unable to use the
shutter button. Before you can take any more pictures,
you need to erase some or all of the images in the
memory card. See “Erasing photos” on page 3-5 for
instructions. If you want to save your photos before
you erase them, connect the camera to your computer
and transfer the photos as described in the
Photo!3 User’s Guide
.
When using the quick shooting
feature, the number of photos taken
and temporarily saved in the
camera is displayed in brackets.
EPSON
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Taking Pictures
In the Program and Manual camera
modes, while holding the shutter
button down halfway, the
exposure value appears on the left
and the shutter speed appears on
the right.
When you turn the camera’s dial
switch to ,
display panel.
SEt is displayed on the
While making an audio
recording,
appears on the
rEc
display panel.
When taking photos with the time
lapse feature,
display panel.
appears on the
Int
Using the dial switch
You can turn the camera on by
turning its dial switch to one of
six different positions. This
section gives an overview of
when to use each dial position.
Note:
To turn the dial switch when the
camera is off, you must hold in the
dial switch lock
Dial positi on s for taking pict u res
When you want to take pictures, turn the dial switch
to one of the orange icons on the top of the dial.
For taking multiple exposures. See “Taking
Multiple Exposures” on page 2-20 for details.
For taking photos with the LCD monitor. See
“Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor” on
page 2-10 for details.
For taking pictures with the viewfinder. See
“Taking Pictures Using the Viewfi nder” on page
2-4 for detail s.
dial switch lock.
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Taking Pict ures
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