Epson PhotoPC 3000Z User Guide
Color Digital Camera
User's Guide
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Where to Find Information
This User’s Guide
Provides detailed information to help you set up and use your EPSON PhotoPC 3000Z, the Print Mark program, and
the optional products available from EPSON. Also contains information on troubleshooting.
EPSON Digital Camera Software User’s Guide
Provides information on installing and using the EPSON Photo!3 software, which allows you to download photos
from your camera to your computer and to manage your photos. Also includes instructions for the other software
utilities included on the software CD-ROM, such as EPSON File Converter, which prepares photos to be uploaded to
your camera, and EPSON Photo! Print2, which helps you print your photos.
Online Help
Provides detailed information and instructions for using the EPSON Photo!3 and EPSON Auto Downloader software
that works with your PhotoPC 3000Z. Online help is automatically installed when you install EPSON Photo!3. See the
EPSON Digital Camera Software User’s Guide for details on accessing online help.
Color Guide (included on the software CD-ROM in some locations)
Explains the basics of color imaging and shows you how to get the most from your PhotoPC 3000Z and other EPSON
products. See “Viewing the Color Guide” on page 2-18 of this User’s Guide for information on accessing the Color Guide.
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COLOR DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Guide
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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 E PSON CORPORATION nor its af filiates shall be liable
to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses,
costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result
of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized
modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the
U.S.) failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION's
operating and maintenance instructions.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable against any
damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any
consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON
Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
PhotoPC is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation and has been
licensed to CFA (CompactFlash Association).
General Notice:
purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON
disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2000 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.
Other product names used herein are for identification
This product conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):
Directive 89/336/EEC:
EN 55022 Class B
EN 50082-1
IEC 60801-2
IEC 60801-3
IEC 60801-4
A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF
COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS
Like photocopiers, digital cameras can be misused by improperly
photographing copyrighted material. Unless acting on the advice of a
knowledgeable attorney, be responsible and respectful by obtaining the
permission of the copyright holder before photographing published
material.
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Contents
Introduction
PhotoPC 3000Z Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
For United Kingdom users - use of options . . . . 3
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
When using the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
When using the strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
When using the charger and batteries. . . . . . . . . 5
Safety information for United Kingdom
users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 3000Z. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Camera Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Using the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Charging the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Installing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Replacing the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Cleaning the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Storing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Disposing of the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Setting Up Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Attaching the strap to your camera . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Attaching the lens cap to your camera. . . . . . . . . 1-12
Installing and removing a CompactFlash
Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Setting the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Chapter 2 Taking Pictures
Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Your camera’s picture-taking and flash
range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Turning the camera on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Using the display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Using the dial switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Making basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Using the LCD monitor buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Using the optical zoom feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Using the self timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
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Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Using the basic playback feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Using the digital zoom feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
Using the macro setting to take close-ups . . . . . .2-11
Using the panorama feature to take
panoramic photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Taking Multiple Exposures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Recording video clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Using the continuous shooting feature. . . . . . . . .2-14
Using the time lapse feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Making Audio Recordings for Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Recording audio immediately after taking
photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Recording audio for existing photos. . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Audio playback using the built-in speaker . . . . .2-18
Viewing the Color Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
Chapter 3 Viewing and Managing Your Images
Viewing Images Using the LCD Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Displaying one, four, or nine photos at once. . . .3-1
Magnifying photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Viewing a slide show of your photos . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Viewing photo information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Selecting a folder in the CompactFlash Card. . . .3-6
Playing back video clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
Managing Images with the LCD Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Erasing images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Locking and unlocking photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Erasing audio recordings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Erasing video clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Viewing and Managing Images Using Your
Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Viewing Pictures on a Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Viewing Pictures with an EPSON Projector. . . . . . . . . 3-13
Chapter 4 Making Settings
Making Image Capture Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Adjusting the image quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Setting the flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Making camera mode settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Changing the color/monochrome setting. . . . . . 4-7
Making manual focus settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Adjusting the sensitivity setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Adjusting the white balance setting. . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Making exposure settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Changing the metering system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Selecting slow synchro timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Selecting the internal or external flash. . . . . . . . . 4-19
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Making Camera Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Setting the time and date. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Using the automatic shut-off feature. . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Setting the LCD monitor’s brightness level . . . . 4-21
Adjusting the speaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Setting the beep and shutter sound . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Selecting the signal system and language . . . . . 4-22
Chapter 5 Using Print Mark to Print Photos
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Making the DPOF File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Printing photos using a standard layout . . . . . . 5-2
Printing an index of photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Confirming and Changing the DPOF File . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Deleting the DPOF File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
LCD Monitor Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Chapter 6 Camera Options and Accessories
Using Memory Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Inserting a memory card into your
computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Copying photos directly to a computer . . . . . . . 6-3
Formatting memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Using the AC Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Using the Lens Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
Handling the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Cleaning the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Storing the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Cleaning the battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Camera problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Picture problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Appendix A Specifications
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Physical dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Product type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Recorded image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Optical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3
Functional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4
Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
CompactFlash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5
Optional PCMCIA Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-6
Optional AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6
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Appendix B Contacting Customer Support
Appendix C Dial Position Settings
For United Kingdom and the Republic of
Ireland Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1
Support via the World Wide Web. . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1
Support via telephone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2
Pre Sales Enquiry Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2
For Australia Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
EPSON FAXBACK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
EPSON Bulletin Board System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
Internet URL http://www.epson.com.au . . . . . .B-3
Your dealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
EPSON Helpdesk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3
For Singapore Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-4
For Hong Kong Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-4
Internet home page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-4
Electronic Bulletin Board System . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5
Technical Support Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5
For Philippines Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5
Available Settings in the Dial Position) . . . . . . . . . C-2
Available Settings in the Dial Position . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
Available Settings in the Dial Position . . . . . . . . . . C-4
When using the Program camera mode . . . . . . . C-4
When using the Manual camera mode . . . . . . . . C-4
Available Settings in the Dial Position. . . . . . . . . . . C-5
When using the Program camera mode . . . . . . . C-5
When using the Manual camera mode . . . . . . . . C-5
Glossary
Index
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Introduction
Your EPSON® PhotoPC™ 3000Z is a revolutionary,
easy-to-use digital camera that enables you to take
full-color pictures that you can edit, manipulate, and
print using your computer. Create professional letters,
documents, and presentations from your desktop
using stunning, lifelike images. Share pictures with
business colleagues or friends over the Internet. Add
color and visual appeal to your newsletters, flyers, and
brochures. Improve the look of any document using
images taken with your PhotoPC 3000Z.
The PhotoPC 3000Z comes with everything you need
to get started, including EPSON Photo!3 software that
lets you transfer pictures from the camera to your
computer’s hard disk. You can then edit, enhance, or
organize your pictures, or insert them into your
documents. For instructions on using and installing
EPSON Photo!3, see the EPSON Digital Camera
Software User’s Guide.
PhotoPC 3000Z Features
The PhotoPC 3000Z has the following features.
❏ 3.3 megapixel CCD
❏ 24-bit color image capture
❏ High resolution, up to 2544 × 1904 pixels
(equivalent to 4.8 megapixels) using HyPict
❏ Built-in color LCD monitor for previewing and
playing back pictures
❏ Built-in microphone and speaker for audio
recording and playback
❏ Macro and panorama photo formats
❏ Optical ×3 and digital ×2 zoom
❏ Continuous shooting of up to 37 pictures
(approximately)
❏ Automatic, predefined, or manual white balance
adjustment
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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 with automatic flash, forced flash,
flash off, red-eye reduction, and leading or
trailing slow synchro flash (for taking pictures at
night or in dark places) options
❏ Built-in hot sync flash shoe for an external flash
(sold separately), which can be used for photo
shooting in the Manual camera mode. (For
information on external flashes, contact your
EPSON dealer.)
❏ Self-timer (ten second delay)
❏ Automatic shut-off to save batteries
❏ EPSON Photo!3 software to transfer pictures to
your computer
❏ EPSON File Converter software to convert images
and audio recordings stored on your computer to
EPSON Photo file format for uploading to your
camera
❏ DPOF file format support, which lets you specify
in advance which photos to print and how many
prints of each photo to make
❏ File formats compatible with both Windows
Macintosh
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applications
Options
The following options are available from EPSON for
the PhotoPC 3000Z.
❏ CompactFlash™ Card
(for information, contact your EPSON dealer)
❏ PCMCIA adapter (B867041)
❏ AC Adapter (B67131, B867081, B867091, B867101,
B867111, B867121, B867141, B867151) for use with
a standard electrical outlet
❏ Power Pack (B81817✽) which includes:
Ni-MH Battery Charger
Four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
❏ Package of four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
(B81811✽)
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Note:
❏ The asterisk acts as a substitute for the last digit of the
product number, which varies by country.
❏ The PhotoPC 3000Z comes with a Power Pack
(described above) and a 16 MB CompactFlash Card.
❏ 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.
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.
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.
❏ To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
the cover of the camera or options. Do not open
any compartments except as instructed in this
User's Guide.
❏ Do not insert objects into any openings.
❏ To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the
camera or options to rain or moisture.
❏ To prevent fire or electric shock, do not cover the
camera with a blanket or other covering that may
give off an electric charge.
❏ To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the
camera where flammable or volatile gas is stored.
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❏ Do not use the camera outdoors during a
thunderstorm.
❏ Never adjust controls that are not mentioned in
the operating instructions.
❏ If the camera or option emits unusual noises,
odors, or smoke, cancel the current operation and
turn the device off immediately. Remove the
batteries and/or disconnect the AC adapter from
the camera, then unplug the AC adapter from the
electrical outlet. Then contact your EPSON dealer.
❏ To prevent possible injury, do not take flash
pictures in close proximity to anyone’s eyes.
❏ Only use the type of po wer source specified in this
User's Guide.
❏ Do not use damaged or frayed power cords.
❏ Remove the batteries and/or plug from the
camera and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel in the following circumstances:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has
entered the camera or options; the camera or
options have been dropped or the case is
damaged; the camera or options do not operate
normally or exhibit a distinct change in
performance.
❏ If you plan to use the camera and options in
Germany, observe the following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for 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 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 the strap
Note the following when using the camera strap.
❏ Do not swing the camera about. This can damage
the camera or other objects, or cause injury.
❏ Do not pull or tighten the strap too much when
wearing it; this can cause serious injury.
❏ Keep the strap away from children.
When using the charger and batteries
Note the following when using the charger 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.
❏ 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 (IEC R6).
❏ Do not charge primary (non-rechargeable)
batteries.
❏ To avoid fire or electric shock, do not use batteries
that are leaking or damaged in any way.
❏ Only use EPSON Ni-MH batteries according to
the directions in this manual.
❏ Use the type of power source specified on the
charger’s label. Always supply power directly
from a standard domestic electrical outlet.
❏ Make sure that your AC power cord meets the
relevant safety standards for the area in which
you plan to use it.
❏ Be aware of electrical shock hazard.
❏ Do not handle the batteries or charger with wet
hands or use them near water.
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❏ Use the charger in a dry, indoor location.
❏ Never disassemble or modify the charger.
❏ Do not expose the batteries or the charger to water
or high humidity.
❏ Keep the charger and batteries away from heat
sources. Only use the charger when the
temperature is between 5°C and 35°C (41°F to
95°F).
❏ Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or
short-circuit batteries. Do not place the batteries
near to or into fire or water.
❏ To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the
charger where flammable or volatile gas is stored.
Keep the charger out of reach of children.
❏ Power-supply cords should be protected against
abrasions, cuts, crimps, and kinks. Place your
cord so that it will not be damaged. Do not put
objects on top of the power cord or allow the
power cord to be stepped on or run over. Take
special care to keep the power cord straight near
the ends and where the cord attaches to the
transformer.
❏ To protect against short-circuiting, do not remove
the outside sleeves of the batteries.
❏ Do not attempt to service the charger yourself.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
❏ Unplug your equipment from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified personnel under the
following conditions:
If t he p ow er cor d o r p lu g is da ma ged ; i f li qu id ha s
entered your equipment; if your equipment has
been exposed to rain or water; if your equipment
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.
❏ Do not insert batteries into the charger backwards
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 shortcircuit components.
❏ Prevent the batteries from coming into contact
with metal objects which could short-circuit the
batteries, such as coins or keys.
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❏ Unplug the charger after four hours of charging,
whether the batteries are fully charged or not.
❏ 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.
Safety information for United Kingdom users
Warning:
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the rating plate for voltage and check that the
appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this
appliance are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to
❏ To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not cover
the charger with a blanket or other covering that
may give off an electrical charge.
❏ I f batt ery acid gets i nto your e yes or on y our sk in,
immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly
with water and seek medical treatment. If a
battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment
immediately.
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of
this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows:
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set
or consult a qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size
and rating.
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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings
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injury.
Cautions
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equipment.
contain important information and useful tips for
Notes
the operation of your camera and options.
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily
must be observed to avoid damage to your
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Introduction
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter helps you to set up your PhotoPC 3000Z and covers the following topics:
❏ Unpacking your PhotoPC 3000Z
❏ Getting familiar with the camera parts
❏ Charging, installing, and replacing batteries
❏ Attaching the camera strap and lens cap
❏ Installing the CompactFlash Card
❏ Setting the language, date, and time for your
camera
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Unpacking Your PhotoPC 3000Z
Camera Parts
Make sure that your camera box contains all of the
items shown below.
camera
AC power cord
(shape varies
by location)
Windows serial cable
AV cable
lens adapter lens cap lens cap string
16 MB CompactFlash Card
(installed in the camera)
Macintosh serial cable
CD-ROM and/or floppy disks
(media type and quantity vary
by location)
Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries (4)
Model EU-24
USB cable
camera case
strap
battery charger
After unpacking your PhotoPC 3000Z, take a few
minutes to learn about the components shown below.
Front view
dial switch
shutter button display panel
built-in
flash
timer
light
lens
viewfinder
hot shoe
(external flash attachment)
diopter correction
eyelet for
attaching strap
AC adapter
connector
serial
interface
connector
USB interface
connector
AV connector
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Back view
Bottom view
microphone
speaker
LCD monitor
LCD monitor
buttons
viewfinder
MENU ON/OFF
button
indicator lights
LCD monitor
buttons
POWER button
zoom buttons
see page 2-7
eyelet for
attaching strap
memory card
cover
Note:
In this User’s Guide, the LCD monitor buttons are named
after the corresponding indicators on the LCD monitor,
which vary depending upon the dial switch position and the
screen displayed.
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The speaker uses a magnet. Keep important magnetic
objects, such as credit cards and floppy disks, away
from the speaker. EPSON shall not be held liable for
any damages or lost information.
tripod mount
Top view
image quality button
(see page 4-1)
flash button
(see page 4-4)
self timer button
(see page 2-8)
battery cover
shutter button
dial switch
(see page 2-4)
POWER button
(see page 2-2)
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battery cover
release button
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Display panel Indicator lights
The camera has one red and one green indicator light
sensitivity
(see page 4-8)
image quality
(see page 4-1)
flash
(see page 4-4)
beside the viewfinder. They turn on or blink to guide
you through the picture-taking process, or to indicate
the camera status. See the following chart for details.
white balance
(see page 4-9)
low battery icon
(see page 1-8)
monochrome
(see page 4-7)
exposure (see page 4-10)
or
aperture* (see page 4-14)
* When the shutter button is depressed halfway and the camera
is in Program or Manual mode.
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number of pictures remaining
(see page 2-3)
or
shutter speed*
red-eye reduction
(see page 4-4)
self timer
(see page 2-8)
Light Indication
Green (On) Camera is warmed up and ready for
Green (Blinking) Camera is warming up (immediately
Red (Blinking) Insufficient space in memory card to
Red (On) Error. Contact your EPSON dealer for
shooting.
Auto focus is locked (when shutter
button is pressed halfway).
Camera is taking picture using self
timer.
after camera is turned on).
Camera is auto focussing (when
shutter button is pressed halfway).
Camera is taking a video clip.
Memory card is not installed.
Lens cap is on.
take a picture or video clip.
Low battery.
servicing.
Using the Batteries
Your PhotoPC 3000Z comes with four Ni-MH
rechargeable batteries (Model EU-24) and the Ni-MH
Battery Charger (Model EU-38). While you can use
four AA (IEC LR6) alkaline batteries (not included),
the rechargeable batteries help you save time and
money that you might otherwise spend buying
replacement alkaline batteries. Be sure to charge your
new rechargeable batteries before installing them in
the camera.
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Do not use manganese batteries (IEC R6).
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 the batteries regularly so that they continue
to charge well. Batteries which have not been used
for a long time will not charge well, but will return
to normal with regular use.
❏ Discharge batteries completely before recharging
them. If your batteries are not completely drained
of power, you may not be able to recharge them
fully.
❏ Batteries that are charged in a hot environment
wear out more quickly.
❏ Do not leave batteries in the camera or charger for
a long time without using them. See “Storing the
batteries” on page 1-10 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.
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Charging the batteries
The Ni-MH Battery Charger charges your Ni-MH
rechargeable batteries quickly for use in your camera.
If you are using alkaline batteries, see “Installing the
batteries” on page 1-7
Before charging your batteries, read the safety
instructions outlined in “When using the charger and
batteries” on page 5.
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❏ Do not use the Ni-MH Battery charger with any
batteries other than the Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries supplied with your printer (Model EU-
24).
❏ Always charge batteries from the same package
as a set. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Follow the steps below to charge your Ni-MH
batteries.
1. Insert the batteries into the compartments,
positioning the + and - ends as shown.
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You must charge four batteries at a time.
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2. Connect the power cord to the battery charger as
shown below.
charger light
3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. The
red charger light turns on, indicating that the
charger is working.
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Make sure that all plugs and connectors are
firmly and completely connected.
4. When the batteries are fully charged, the light
turns off. To charge your batteries again, unplug
the AC power cord, then plug it back in.
Note:
Replace the batteries with new Ni-MH batteries if the
charger light stays on for more than 240 minutes or if
the charger light flashes for more than half an hour.
Installing the batteries
Before installing the batteries, be sure to read the
safety instructions outlined in “When using the
charger and batteries” on page 5.
Make sure that the camera is off, and follow the steps
below to install or replace the batteries.
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5. After the light goes off, unplug the charger. To
avoid overcharging, unplug the charger as soon
as possible after the light goes off.
6. Allow the batteries cool, then remove them from
the charger.
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Batteries are very hot (approximately 65°C)
during and just after charging. Let the batteries
cool for one hour before handling.
7. Before storing the charger, disconnect the AC
power cord from the charger and remove the
batteries.
1. Turn the camera upside down with the lens facing
you. Hold down the battery cover release button
and slide the battery cover as shown below.
battery cover
release button
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2. Insert four batteries into the compartment,
positioning the + and - ends as shown below.
Then lower the battery cover.
Note:
Do not use different types of batteries together; this can
cause fire or explosion.
3. Swing the battery cover shut and hold it down
while you slide it back to lock it, as shown below.
When the battery power is almost out, a low battery
icon appears on the display panel. When the
battery power runs out, this icon blinks and the
camera turns off automatically. Remove and recharge
your batteries, then reinstall the batteries.
Note:
When the battery level is low, the LCD monitor turns off
while the flash is being charged. When the charging is
complete, the LCD monitor turns back on.
Replacing the batteries
Replace your PhotoPC 3000Z batteries when the low
battery icon appears on the camera’s display
panel. Be sure to replace all four batteries at the same
time. You can replace them with either of the
following battery types.
Single-use AA (IEC LR6) alkaline batteries
Rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries
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When the low battery icon appears, the buttons
listed below are unavailable.
When playing back photos and audio recordings:
Delete
Select Image (for locking or deleting)
Sound
Video Clip
When making settings:
(language and signal system selection)
Memory SETUP
MEMORY CARD FORMAT
Note:
❏ Battery life varies depending on the battery type and
the manufacturer.
❏ If you use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries in the
PhotoPC 3000Z, make sure that all four batteries are
fully charged when you replace them. If you find that
your batteries run out soon after recharging them a
number of times, make sure that you discharge them
completely before recharging.
❏ Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are available for
purchase from EPSON.
Cleaning the batteries
Follow the instructions in this section when cleaning
the batteries.
Dirty contact points ( and ) on the batteries and
inside the battery cover can obstruct the flow of
electricity in your camera. This can cause the low
battery icon to flash and your camera to turn off
automatically, even if there is still power remaining in
your batteries.
To prevent this kind of power loss, keep the contact
points ( and ) on the batteries and inside the
battery cover clean. When necessary, wipe them with
a soft, dry cloth.
Also, clean the terminals of the battery charger with a
soft, dry cloth before use to ensure that your batteries
charge fully.
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❏ Do not use detergents or chemical solvents such
as thinner, benzine, or alcohol-based solutions to
clean your camera, batteries, or battery charger.
Doing so can damage your equipment.
❏ Never attempt to clean the inside of the battery
compartment of your camera. Doing so can
damage your camera.
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Keep the battery ends clean by wiping them with a dry
cloth.
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❏ Do not apply heat or force to batteries, and do
not disassemble, drop, short-circuit, or put
batteries into contact with fire or water.
❏ Do not carry batteries loose in your pockets.
❏ Do not use different types of batteries together;
this can cause fire or an explosion.
❏ Always use batteries from the same package as a
set. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Storing the batteries
If you do not plan to use the camera for a long period
of time, remove the batteries and store them in a dry
location at a low temperature.
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❏ Do not store batteries together with metal
objects, which could short-circuit the batteries.
❏ Avoid storing batteries in extremely hot or
humid locations.
❏ Store batteries out of reach of children.
❏ Always remove the batteries from the camera
and charger before storing. Batteries left in your
camera and charger for a long time may leak and
cause damage.
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Disposing of the batteries
Before disposing of batteries, make sure you discharge
them completely.
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❏ Be sure to securely cover the + end of each
battery with tape when disposing of them to
prevent combustion or an explosion.
❏ Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance
with all applicable laws. Contact your local
government agency for information about
battery recycling and disposal.
Setting Up Your Camera
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This section explains how to attach the lens cap and
strap to your camera, install a memory card, and make
a few basic camera settings.
Attaching the strap to your camera
Before attaching the strap, be sure to read the safety
instructions outlined in “When using the strap” on
page 5.
To attach the strap, follow these steps.
For users in The Netherlands:
Do not dispose of the batteries as ordinary refuse.
Instead, dispose of them as small chemical waste in
accordance with local laws and the following Dutch
Government Gazette 45, KCA Marking:
Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd.
Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet
weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.
For users in Germany:
Do not dispose of batteries as ordinary refuse. Instead,
dispose of them in a recycle box in accordance with
local laws.
1. Unscrew the screw sleeve on the triangular
fastener at the end of the strap. Then attach the
fastener to the camera by passing it through an
eyelet on one side of the camera as shown below.
unscrew sleeve
to open
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2. Tighten the screw sleeve on the fastener as shown
below to close it.
screw shut to secure
3. After securely closing the fastener, turn it so that
the screw sleeve is covered by the strap, as shown
below.
Attaching the lens cap to your camera
After you have attached the camera strap, you can
attach the lens cap to your camera using the lens caps
string. To attach the string to the lens cap and then to
the camera, follow these steps.
1. Pass the end of the string with the smaller loop
through the eyelet on the edge of the lens cap, then
pass the other end of the string through the
smaller loop and pull it tight as shown below.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to attach the other end
of the strap to the other side of the camera.
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2. Pass the end of the string with the larger loop
through the camera strap’s triangular fastener as
shown below.
Installing and removing a CompactFlash Card
You cannot take photos unless a CompactFlash Card
is installed in your camera.
Your camera comes with the memory card already
installed. If you need to install or remove the memory
card, follow these steps.
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Open the memory card cover.
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3. Then gently pull the lens cap through the string’s
larger loop until the string is securely attached to
the camera.
To install the card, make sure that the front of the
card and the front of the camera are facing the
same direction, then insert the card all the way
into the memory card slot.
memory card
cover
back of
the card
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To remove the card, push in the eject button below
the memory card slot. Then, remove the card and
close the cover.
eject button
Setting the language
The first time you use the camera, you must first select
the default language for messages displayed on the
LCD monitor. Depending on the country of purchase,
you can choose from English, Japanese, French,
German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, or Chinese.
Follow these steps to specify the language.
1. Turn the camera’s dial switch to and press the
POWER button to turn on the camera. A message
appears on the LCD monitor instructing you to set
the language.
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❏ Never remove the memory card while the
camera is on. Data in the card may be lost
or damaged.
❏ Avoid using or storing the card in direct
sunlight, or in places that are extremely hot,
humid, or dusty.
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2. Press the arrow icon buttons to select the
appropriate language.
3. Press the BACK button to save your selection.
If you need to change the language setting, see
“Selecting the signal system and language” on page
4-22.
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