Epson PhotoPC 2100Z User Guide
Digital Camera
Getting Started
Taking Pictures
Viewing and Managing Your Photos
Making Camera Settings
Using Images on Your Computer
Camera Options and Accessories
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Specifications
Icons That Appear on the LCD Monitor
User's Guide
4014713-00
XXX
Where to Find Information
This User’s Guide
Provides deta iled information to help yo u set up and use your EPSON
PhotoPC 2100Z, and the optional products available from EPSON.
Also contains information on troubleshooting and installing the
software on the PhotoPC 2100Z Software CD-ROM included with
your PhotoPC 2100Z.
Online EPSON Digital Camera Software User’s Guide
Included in the PhotoPC 2100Z Software CD-ROM, this guide
provides information on installing and using the EPSON Photo!4
so ft war e, whi ch allo ws yo u t o do wn loa d p hot os fro m y our c am era 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. Also includes information on contacting
customer support.
Online EPSON PhotoQuicker Reference Guide
This 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 AutoDownloader. 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.
®
DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Guide
IMPORTANT NOTICE
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by a ny means,
electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without
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 EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates 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: 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 © 2001 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.
- ii -
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.
- iii -
- iv -
Introduction
PhotoPC 2100Z Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
For United Kingdom users - use of options . . . . . . . 4
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
When using the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
When using the strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
When using the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
For users in the United Kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
For users in the United Kingdom,
Singapore, and Hong Kong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 2100Z . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Camera Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting up Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing and removing a memory card . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing and replacing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting the time and date for the first time. . . . . . . . 22
Chapter 2 Taking Pictures
Getting Ready to Take Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Buttons overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
LCD monitor overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Turning the camera on and off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
- v -
Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Setting the flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Using the optical and digital zoom features . . . . . . .35
Using the self timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Taking close-ups using the macro setting . . . . . . . . .38
Taking pictures against a bright background . . . . . .39
Taking high-resolution photos
using the HyPict feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Taking pictures to share over the Internet . . . . . . . .42
Taking pictures in low-light conditions. . . . . . . . . . .44
Using the white balance feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Setting the flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Using the optical zoom feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Making other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Chapter 3 Viewing and Managing Your Photos
Viewing Your Photos on the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Displaying your photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Displaying nine photos at once. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Magnifying photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Deleting Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Deleting individual photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Deleting all of the photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Making Print Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Selecting photos and specifying
the number of prints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Making the print brightness setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Resetting the number of prints to zero . . . . . . . . . . .62
- vi -
Chapter 4 Making Camera Settings
Setting the Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Changing the time and date setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Changing the display order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Setting the Beep. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Chapter 5 Using Images on Your Computer
System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
For Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
For Macintosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Included Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Viewing the Software User’s Guides
on Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Accessing the EPSON Digital Camera
Software User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Accessing the EPSON PhotoQuicker
User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Connecting and Disconnecting the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Connecting the camera to your computer . . . . . . . . 78
Disconnecting the camera
from your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
- vii -
Chapter 6 Camera Options and Accessories
Using Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Inserting a memory card into
your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Copying files directly from
the memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Formatting memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Using Rechargeable Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Using the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintaining the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Handling the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Cleaning the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Storing the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Maintaining the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Cleaning the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Storing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Disposing of batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Camera problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Picture problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
- viii -
Appendix A Specifications
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Physical dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Product type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Recorded image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Optical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Functional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
PCMCIA Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Optional AC Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Appendix B Icons That Appear
on the LCD Monitor
When Taking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
With the tool box open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
With the bag open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
When using the zoom feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
When specifying the amount of prints
after taking a picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
When Viewing Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
With the tool box open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
When magnifying a photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
When there are no photos
in the memory card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
When specifying the amount of prints . . . . . . . . . . . 129
When selecting zero prints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
- ix -
When Making Camera Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Camera setting menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
When setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
When formatting the memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Status and Error Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Glossary
Index
- x -
Introduction
Your EPSON® PhotoPC™ 2100Z is a fun, easy-to-use digital
camera that enables you to take full-color pictures that you
can edit and print using your computer.
Colorful icons on the LCD monitor make the camera easy and
fun to use for the whole family.
Create interesting lifelike images to print and share with your
family and friends. Add color and visual appeal to your
letters, postcards, and cooking recipe cards. Share your
photos with world through e-mail and on the Internet.
The PhotoPC 2100Z comes with everything you need to get
started, including EPSON Photo!4 software that lets you
transfer pictures from the camera to your computer’s hard
disk. You can then edit, enhance, and organize your pictures,
and use them in various applications. For instructions on
using and installing EPSON Photo!4, see the online EPSON
Digital Camera Software User’s Guide.
PhotoPC 2100Z Features
The PhotoPC 2100Z has the following features.
❏ 2.18 megapixels
❏ 24-bit color image capture
- 1 -
❏ High resolution output, up to 2160 × 1440 pixels when
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 viewing
photos
❏ Macro photo format
❏ Optical × 2 and digital × 2.5 zoom
❏ Automatic or predefined white balance adjustment
❏ Automatic date and time recording for each photo
❏ Built-in flash with automatic flash, red-eye reduction, and
flash off options
❏ Self-timer (ten second delay)
❏ Automatic shut-off to save battery power
❏ EPSON Photo!4 software to transfer photos to your
computer and manage them
❏ EPSON AutoDownloader to help you organize your
downloads
❏ 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
®
applications
and
- 2 -
Options
The following options are available from EPSON for the
PhotoPC 2100Z.
❏ CompactFlash™ memory card
(For information, contact your EPSON dealer.)
❏ 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 2100Z comes with an 8 MB CompactFlash
memory card. For details on using this option, see “Using
Memory Cards” on page 85.
❏ 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.
- 3 -
For United Kingdom users - use of options
EPSON (UK) LTD shall not be liable against any damage 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 of these instructions before using the camera, and
keep this guide 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.
- 4 -
❏ To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the camera where
flammable or volatile gas is stored.
❏ Do not use the camera outdoors during a thunderstorm.
❏ If the camera or optional equipment 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 optional equipment have
been dropped or the case is damaged; the camera or
optional equipment do not operate normally or exhibit a
distinct change in performance.
❏ Never adjust controls that are not mentioned in the
operating instructions.
- 5 -
❏ If you plan to use the camera and optional equipment in
Germany, observe the following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and overcurrent 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 A- oder 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.
❏ Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder. Doing so
could damage your eyes.
When using the strap
Note the following when using the camera strap.
❏ Do not swing the camera about. Doing so could damage
the camera or other objects, or cause injury.
❏ Do not pull or tighten the strap too much when wearing
it. Doing so could cause serious injury.
❏ Keep the strap away from children.
- 6 -
When using the batteries
Note the following when using 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.
❏ Be aware of electrical shock hazards.
❏ 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 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 short-circuit components.
❏ Prevent the batteries from coming into contact with metal
objects which could short-circuit the batteries, such as
coins or keys.
- 7 -
❏ Do not insert batteries into wall outlets or other power
sources such as car cigarette lighter sockets.
❏ Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly to a battery.
❏ 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.
For users in the United Kingdom
Warning:
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for
w
the voltage, and check that the appliance voltage corresponds
to the supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow — Earth
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
- 8 -
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 green and yellow wire must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or
with the earth symbol (
❏ 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.
For users in the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating.
G).
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
w
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your
equipment.
c
Notes contain important information and useful tips for the
operation of your camera and options.
- 9 -
- 10 -
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter helps you to set up your PhotoPC 2100Z and
covers the following topics:
❏ Unpacking your PhotoPC 2100Z
❏ Getting familiar with the camera parts
❏ Installing the CompactFlash memory card
❏ Installing and replacing batteries
❏ Setting the time and date
1
Getting Started
- 11 -
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 2100Z
Make sure that your camera box contains all of the items
shown below.
CD-ROM
camera
(quantity varies by location)
8 MB CompactFlash
memory card
(installed in the camera)
alkaline batteries (4) USB cable
- 12 -
Camera Parts
After unpacking your PhotoPC 2100Z, take a few minutes to
learn about the components shown below.
Front
shutter button
timer light
OPEN switch
viewfinder front
lens
flash
AC adapter
connector
USB
Interface
connector
1
Getting Started
- 13 -
Back
f
viewfinder button
print
button
LCD monitor
unction button
indicator light
button
MENU button
Bottom
tripod mount
connector
cover
button
memory
card cover
button
memory card
EJECT switch
battery cover
- 14 -
Indicator lights
The camera has an indicator light beside the viewfinder. It
turns on and blinks in different colors to guide you through
the picture-taking process, or to indicate the status of the
camera. See below for details.
Light Indication
Green (On) The camera is warmed up and read y for
Green
(Blinking)
Orange (On) The LCD monitor has turned off
Orange
(Blinking)
taking pictures.
The camera is warming up
(immediately after camera is turned
on).
The camera is auto focussing
(when shutter button is pressed
halfway).
The camera is changing the settings.
The camera is processing an image.
The camera is communicating with the
computer.
The flash is warming up.
automatically to save power.
The camera is on and connected to the
computer.
The camera has automatically shut off
to save power.
1
Getting Started
- 15 -
Red (Blinking) A memory card is not inserted.
Insufficient space in memory card to
take a picture.
Low battery.
Red (On) Error. Try to turn the camera off and
back on. If the red light is still on, contact
your EPSON dealer for servicing.
Setting up Your Camera
This section explains how to install the batteries and a
memory card in your camera, and set the time and date for
setup. Replacing the batteries is also explained.
Installing and removing a memory card
You cannot take pictures unless a CompactFlash memory card
is inserted in your camera.
Your camera comes with a memory card already inserted. If
you need to remove or insert the memory card, follow these
steps.
- 16 -
1. Make sure the lens cover is closed and the indicator light
next to the viewfinder is off.
Caution:
Never remove or insert a memory card while the camera
c
is on. The card may be damaged and the data in the card
may be lost.
2. Open the memory card cover.
memory card cover
3. To insert the card, make sure that the front of the card and
the back of the camera are facing the same direction, then
insert the card all the way into the memory card slot.
front of
memory card
1
Getting Started
- 17 -
To remove the card, slide the EJECT switch on the bottom
of the camera. Then, remove the card and close the cover.
memory card EJECT switch
Caution:
❏ Never remove a memory card while the camera is on.
c
Doing so may cause data in the card to be lost or
damaged.
❏ Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight, or
in places that are extremely hot, humid, or dusty.
❏ For detailed information on the optional memory card,
see “Using Memory Cards” on page 85.
Installing and replacing the batteries
Your PhotoPC 2100Z comes with four AA (IEC LR6) alkaline
batteries. See the following sec tions for details on installing and
replacing them. See “Maintaining the Batteries” on page 99, for
information on cleaning, storing, and disposing of the batteries.
- 18 -
Loading...