Epson PhotoPC 850Z User Guide

Color Digital Camera

User's Guide

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Where to Find Information

This User’s Guide

Provides detailed information on using your EPSON PhotoPC 850Z, the Direct Print program, Print Mark program, and optional products; 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 uploading utilities including EPSON Photo File Uploader3.

Online Help

Provides detailed information and instructions for EPSON Photo!3 that controls your PhotoPC 850Z. Online help is installed automatically when you install EPSON Photo!3. See the accessing online help.

Color Guide (included in the CD-ROM in some locations)

Explains the basics of color imaging and shows you how to get the most from your PhotoPC 850Z and other EPSON products. See “Viewing the Color Guide” on page 2-34 of this

EPSON Photo!3 User’s Guide

User’s Guide

for information on accessing the

for information on

Color Guide

COLOR DIGITAL CAMERA

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 any 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 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.

Other product names used herein are for identification

Declaration of Conformity

According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014

Manufacturer: Address:

Representative: Address:

Declares that the Product:

Product Name: Digital Still Camera Model: G770A

Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):

Directive 89/336/EEC:

September, 1999

H. Horiuchi President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.

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.

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan EPSON EUROPE B.V. Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen The Netherlands

EN 55022 Class B EN 50082-1

IEC 801-2 IEC 801-3 IEC 801-4

A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF

COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS

Introduction

PhotoPC 850Z Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

For United Kingdom users - use of options . . . . 3

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

When using the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

When using the strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

When using the charger and batteries. . . . . . . . . 4

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Unpacking Your PhotoPC 850Z. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Camera Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Using the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Charging the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Installing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Replacing the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Handling the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Storing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Disposing of the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Setting Up Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Attaching the strap to your camera. . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Installing and removing a CompactFlash Card . 1-10

Setting the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Using the optical zoom feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6

Using the self timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6

Making Settings in the Viewfinder Dial Position. . . . . 2-7

Adjusting the image quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Setting the flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Adjusting the sensitivity setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Adjusting the white balance setting. . . . . . . . . . .2-10

Adjusting the exposure setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Using the basic playback feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Using the digital zoom feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13

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Using the macro setting to take close-ups . . . . . .2-14

Taking panoramas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14

Making Settings in the LCD Monitor Dial Position . . .2-15

Making predefined exposure settings . . . . . . . . .2-15

Adjusting the white balance setting . . . . . . . . . . .2-16

Adjusting the sensitivity setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17

Making basic exposure adjustments. . . . . . . . . . .2-18

Making advanced exposure adjustments. . . . . . .2-19

Making manual focus settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21

Changing the metering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22

Taking Multiple Exposures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23

Using the continuous shooting feature. . . . . . . . .2-23

Using the time lapse feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24

Making Audio Recordings for Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25

Right after taking photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25

For existing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26

Playback with the built-in speaker . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27

Making Additional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27

Setting the time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27

Making camera mode settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-28

Quick shooting feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29

Setting the automatic shut-off feature . . . . . . . . .2-30

Setting the LCD monitor’s brightness. . . . . . . . . .2-31

Adjusting the speaker volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31

Setting the beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31

Selecting slow synchro timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32

Selecting the internal or external flash . . . . . . . . .2-32

Changing the color/monochrome setting . . . . . .2-33

Making user settings for white balance . . . . . . . .2-33

Selecting the signal system and language. . . . . . 2-34

Selecting a folder in the CompactFlash Card . . . 2-34

Viewing the Color Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Accessing the Direct Print program. . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Choosing a print format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Printing procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Printing the photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

LCD Monitor and Display Panel Messages . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Printed Image Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Chapter 5 Using Print Mark to Print Photos

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Installing the Print Mark Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Making the DPOF File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Printing photos in 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

Installing a memory card into your computer. . 6-2

Copying photos directly to a computer . . . . . . . 6-3

Copying or deleting programs using a memory card

6-3

Formatting memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Using the AC Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Using the Lens Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

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-2

Functional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3

Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4

CompactFlash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5

Optional PCMCIA Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5

Optional AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

Appendix B Contacting Customer Support

For United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland UsersB-1

Support Via the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

Support Via Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2

Pre Sales Enquiry Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2

For Australian 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

Appendix C Dial Position Settings

Available settings in the dial position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2

Available settings in the dial position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-3

When using the Program camera mode. . . . . . . .C-3

When using the Manual camera mode. . . . . . . . .C-4

Index

Glossary

Introduction

Your new EPSON® PhotoPC™ 850Z is a revolutionary, easy-to-use digital camera that enables you to take full-color pictures for use with your computer. The PhotoPC 850Z 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 850Z.

EPSON Photo!3/

PhotoPC 850Z Features

PhotoPC 850Z is a complete system for capturing digital images, and includes the following features.

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2.1 Mega pixel CCD (can be enhanced to 3.0 Mega pixel with HyPict)

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24-bit color image capture

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High resolution (1600 × 1200 pixels, or 1984 × 1488 pixels with HyPict)

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Built-in color LCD monitor for previewing and playing back pictures

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Built-in microphone and speaker for audio recordings and playback

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Macro and panorama photo formats

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Optical ×3 and digital ×2 zoom

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Continuous shooting of up to ten pictures

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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)

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Automatic date and time recording for each picture

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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)

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Built-in hot sync flash shoe for external flash, sold separately, for manual photo shooting (for infomation, contact your EPSON dealer.)

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Self timer (ten seconds)

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Automatic shut-off setting to save batteries

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EPSON Photo!3 software that lets you transfer your pictures to your computer

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EPSON Photo File Uploader3 software that allows you to convert images and audio recordings stored in your computer to EPSON Pho to f ile fo rm at a nd up loa d t he m to yo ur c am era

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EPSON Program Uploader software that lets you upload optional programs to the camera from your computer

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Pictures compatible with both Windows Macintosh

applications

Options

The following PhotoPC 850Z options are available from EPSON.

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CompactFlash™ Card (For information, contact your EPSON dealer.)

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PCMCIA adapter (B867041)

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AC Adapter (B867081, B67131, B867091, B867101, B867121, B867151, B867111, B867141) for use with a standard electrical outlet

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Power Pack (B81817✽) which includes:

Ni-MH Battery Charger Four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries

and

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Package of four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries (B81811✽)

Note:

❏ The asterisks are substitutes for the respective digits of

the product number, which varies by country.

❏ The PhotoPC 850Z comes with a Power Pack

(described above) and an 8 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.

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 the camera

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To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover of the camera or options and do not open any compartments except as instructed in this

User's Guide

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Do not insert objects into any openings.

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To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the camera or options to rain or moisture.

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To prevent fire or electric shock, do not cover the camera with a blanket.

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To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the camera where flammable or volatile gas is stored.

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Do not use outdoors during a thunderstorm.

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If the camera or option shows unusual signs such 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.

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To prevent possible injury, do not take flash pictures close to the subject’s eyes.

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Use only the type of power source indicated in

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Do not use damaged or frayed power cords.

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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 damaged; the camera or options do not operate normally or exhibit a distinct change in performance.

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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.

When using the strap

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Do not swing the camera about. This can damage the camera or other objects, or injure others.

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Never adjust controls that are not mentioned in the operating instructions.

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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.

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Do not pull or tighten the strap too firmly while wearing it around your body; this can cause serious injury.

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Keep the strap away from children.

When using the charger and batteries

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Read all relevant safety and operating instructions before using these products.

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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.

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Do not charge primary (non-rechargeable) batteries.

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Use the type of power source indicated on the charger’s label. Always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet.

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Be sure your AC power cord meets relevant safety standards of the area where you plan to use it.

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Do not use the batteries or charger near water or handle them with wet hands.

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Unplug the charger if the batteries are not fully charged after four hours.

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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 objects on top of the power cord or allow 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.

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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 pl ug is dam ag ed; if li qui d h as 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.

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Do not attempt to service the charger yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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Keep away from heat sources. Use the charger within the temperature range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

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Do not insert batteries into the charger backward as they may explode, leak, overheat, or cause personal injury.

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Do not insert objects into any openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts.

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Never disassemble or modify the charger.

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Use charger in a dry, indoor location.

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Do not expose batteries or the charger to water or high humidity.

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Keep the charger out of reach of children.

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Only use the batteries in EPSON Digital Cameras as specified in this manual.

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Never use EPSON Ni-MH batteries in combination with any other type of batteries.

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To guard against short-circuiting, do not remove the outside sleeves of the batteries.

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Beware of electrical shock hazard.

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If battery aci d gets into y our eyes o r on your s kin , immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly with water and seek medical treatment. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately.

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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.

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Do not use manganese batteries (IEC R6).

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Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or short circuit batteries. Do not put the batteries near or into fire or water.

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Do not insert batteries into wall outlets or other power sources such as a car cigarette lighter socket.

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Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly to a battery.

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To avoid fire or electric shock, do not use batteries that are leaking or damaged in any way.

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To prevent fire or electric shock, do not cover the charger with a blanket.

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To prevent fire or explosion, do not use the charger where flammable or volatile gas is stored.

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Keep the batteries from making contact with metal objects such as coins or keys, which could short circuit the batteries.

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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings

injury.

Cautions

equipment.

Notes

contain important information and useful tips on the

operation of your camera and options.

must be followed carefully to avoid bodily

must be observed to avoid damage to your

Introduction

Chapter 1

Getting Started

This chapter helps you prepare your PhotoPC 850Z and covers the following topics.

Unpacking your PhotoPC 850Z

Unpacking Your PhotoPC 850Z

Make sure you have everything shown below.

Getting familier with camera parts

Charging, installing and replacing batteries

Attaching the strap

Installing the CompactFlash Card

camera

lens adapter

CompactFlash Card (8 MB)(installed in the camera)

Setting your 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 ca ble

battery charger

USB cable

camera case

batteries (4)

Model EU-24

AV cable

strap

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Camera Parts

Back view

After you unpack your PhotoPC 850Z, take a few minutes to learn about its features as shown below.

Front view

dial switch

shutter button

zoom lever

timer light

viewfinder

lens

display panel

hot shoe (external flash attachment)

built-in flash

strap eyelet

AV connector

AC adapter connector

interface connector

- button

MENU button

viewfinder

shooting light

ISO button

W.B. button

sky light

backlight switch

dial switch lock

LCD monitor

diopter correcion

microphone

status light

speaker

+ button

Note:

In this user’s guide, the buttons are sometimes named after the corresponding indications on the LCD monitor.

Warning:

The speaker uses a magnet. Keep important magnetic objects, such as credit cards and floppy disks, away from the speaker. EPSON shall not be liable for any damages or lost information.

strap eyelet

memory card cover

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Bottom view

tripod socket

battery cover

battery cover lock

Display panel

sensitivity (see page 2-17)

self timer (see page 2-6)

image quality (see page 2-7)

Top view

image quality button (see page 2-7)

flash button (see page 2-9)

self timer button (see page 2-6)

zoom lever see page 2-6

shutter button

dial switch

dial switch lock

white balance (see page 2-10)

low batte ry icon (see page 1-8)

exposure (see page 2-18) or *aperture (see page 2-21)

* When shutter is pressed half-way and Program or Manual camera mode

is selected.

monochrome (see page 2-33)

red-eye reduction (see page 2-9)

number of pictures remaining (see page 2-2) or *shutter speed (see page 2-20)

flash (see page 2-9)

Shooting and status lights

The camera has the shooting lights beside the viewfinder and the status light beside the LCD monitor. They turn on or blink in color to indicate the shooting conditions and current status of the camera.

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Shooting light

Using the Batteries

Color Shooting status

Green (On) Ready for shooting

Viewing photos AC adapter connected

Green (Blinking) Transferring photo images

Red (Blinking) Memory card not installed

Full memory card Low battery

Red (On) Error. Contact your EPSON

dealer for service.

Status light

Color Camera’s status

Green (On) Ready for shooting

Locking focus

Green (Blinking) Power on

Focusing Charging flash

Your PhotoPC 850Z comes with four Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (Model EU-24) and the Ni-MH Battery Charger (Model EU-38). Though you can use four AA (IEC LR6) alkaline batteries (not included), the rechargeable batteries help you save time and money you might otherwise spend buying replacement alkaline batteries. Be sure to charge your new rechargable batteries before installing them in the camera.

Note:

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 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.

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❏

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 charged in a hot environment wear out more quickly.

Before charging your batteries, be sure to read the safety instructions in “When using the charger and batteries” on page 4.

Warning:

❏ Do not charge batteries other than the Ni-MH

rechargeable batteries (Model EU-24).

❏

Do not leave batteries in the camera or charger for a long time without use. See “Storing the batteries” on page 1-9 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.

When you use alkaline batteries, see “Installing the batteries” on page 1-6

❏ 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.

Follow these steps to charge your Ni-MH batteries.

1. Install the batteries into the compartments, positioning the + and - ends as shown.

Caution:

Install and charge four batteries at a time for your camera.

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2. Connect the battery charger to the power cord as shown below.

charger light

3. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The charger light turns red indicating that the charger is working.

Caution:

Be sure to insert all plugs and connectors firmly and completely.

4. When the batteries are fully charged, the light goes off. To charge your batteries again, unplug the AC power cord, and 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 240 minutes or 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.

Warning:

Batteries are very hot (approximately 65°C) during and just after charging. Wait one hour for the batteries to cool before handling.

7. Before storing the charger, disconnect the AC power cord and remove the batteries.

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 off, and follow these steps to insert or replace the batteries.

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1. Turn the camera upside down with the lens facing you. Hold the battery cover as shown below.

2. Insert four batteries into the compartment, positioning the + and - ends as shown below. Then lower the battery cover.

PUSH

button down and slide the

PUSH button

3. Hold the battery cover down and slide 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 automatically turns off. Remove and recharge your batteries, and then install the batteries.

Note:

While the flash is being charged when the battery level is low, the LCD monitor is turned off. When the charge is complete, it is turned on again.

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Replacing the batteries

Replace your PhotoPC 850Z batteries when the low battery icon appears on the camera’s display panel. Be sure to replace the four batteries at the same time. You can replace them with any of the following batteries.

Single-use AA (IEC LR6) alkaline batteries

When you play back photos and audio recordings:

Delete Select Image Sound

When you make settings:

Quick Shot (only Normal Shot available) Language selection icon Memory SETUP

Rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries

Note:

❏ Battery life varies depending on the battery type and

the manufacturer.

❏ If you use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries in the

PhotoPC 850Z, replace them with four fully-charged batteries. If you find that your batteries run out soon after recharging them a number of times, make sure you discharge them completely before recharging.

❏ The Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are available as an

option.

❏ When the low battery icon appears, you cannot

use the following features. They are dimmed on the LCD monitor.

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Handling the batteries

Keep the battery ends clean by wiping them with a dry cloth.

Warning:

❏ Do not apply heat or force to batteries, and do

not disassemble, drop, short-circuit, or put batteries into fire or water.

❏ Do not keep batteries loose in your pockets.

❏ 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.

Storing the batteries

If you do not plan to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them at a low temperature in a dry location.

Warning:

❏ Do not store batteries with metal objects, which

could short-circuit the batteries.

Disposing of the batteries

Before disposing of batteries, make sure you discharge them completely.

Warning:

❏ Be sure to securely cover the + end of each

battery with tape to prevent combustion or explosion when disposing.

❏ 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.

❏ 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.

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:

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.

For German users:

Do not dispose of batteries with ordinary refuse. Instead, dispose of them in a recycle box in accordance with local laws.

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Setting Up Your Camera

This section explains how to attach the strap to your camera, install a memory card, and make a few basic camera settings.

Installing and removing a CompactFlash Card

You need a CompactFlash Card (from now on — ‘memory card’) to take photos. It has been installed in the camera at shipment. When you need to install it, follow these steps.

Attaching the strap to your camera

Before attaching the strap, be sure to read the safety instructions in “When using the strap” on page 4.

To attach the strap, pass the strap through the eyelet on the side of the camera as shown below then pass it through the clamp to fix it.

Attach the other end of the strap to the eyelet on the other side of the camera in the same way.

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1. Make sure the camera’s dial switch is turned to

Off

2. Open the memory card cover. 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.

memory card cover

back of the card

3. Turn up the eject button.

Caution:

❏ Never remove the 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.

4. Close the cover.

eject button

To remove the card, turn down and push the eject button below the memory card slot. Remove the card by hand.

eject button

Setting the language

You must select the language for messages displayed on the LCD monitor the first time you use the camera. 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 monitor.

2. Press the cursor to the language you use.

3. Press

ISO, W.B., +

SET

to save your selection.

, or, -, button to move the

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To change the language setting, see “Selecting the signal system and language” on page 2-34.

Next set the date and time as described in the following section.

2. Press the + or - button to increase or decrease the number until the month is correct.

ISO

3. Press the item and make adjustments as described in the previous step.

W.B.

button to move through each

Setting the date and time

When you install the batteries for the first time, you need to set the date (month, day, and year) 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 the clock on the LCD monitor.

Note:

If you connect the PhotoPC 850Z to your computer and access EPSON Photo!3 when the camera's clock is not set, the camera's date and time is set to that of the computer's automatically. For instructions on connecting 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.

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4. When the date and time settings are correctly adjusted, press

You are now ready to take pictures with your PhotoPC 850Z. 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

❏

By inserting your card into your computer’s memory card slot directly or with a PCMCIA adapter. To use the memory card, see “Installing a memory card into your computer” on page 6-2.

EPSON Photo!3 User’s Guide

SET

to save your selection.

Chapter 2

Taking Pictures

Using the PhotoPC 850Z to take pictures is similar to using a traditional “point and shoot” camera. This chapter explains how to take photos with the camera and covers the following topics.

Picture-taking range

Checking the display panel

Making basic settings

Taking different kinds of pictures

Using the advanced settings

Getting tips from the online

Color Guide

Getting Ready

This section helps you prepare to take pictures with your PhotoPC 850Z. 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 using our products and software. Make sure your camera works normally before taking 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 from as close as 20 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 2-14.

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The flash has the following effective range.

Wide: 80-370 centimeters Tele: 80-260 centimeters

Macro: 20-50 centimeters

The range varies depending on the sensitivity setting. See “Setting the flash” on page 2-9 for more details.

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), your pictures may come out too light. You can adjust the exposure manually to make your photos brighter or darker. For instructions, see “Making advanced exposure adjustments” on page 2-19. You can also correct these problems with your computer using image editing software.

Checking the display panel

The large number in the lower right of the display panel shows the remaining amount of pictures you can take.

This number is affected by the image quality setting. When you adjust the image quality, the number of remaining pictures changes accordingly.

When you take photos, you can see the number of remaining photos you can take and the total number of photos you can save in the memory card on the LCD monitor. When you play back photos, the LCD monitor displays the number of the photo you are looking at and the total number of photos you have taken.

Note:

If there are any audio recordings stored on your memory card, the number on the display panel may be greater than the actual number of remaining pictures.

When the memory card is full, the number on the display panel reads 0, the shooting light on the back of the camera blinks 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, transfer them to your computer with

EPSON Photo!3

or via the memory card.

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+ 112 hidden pages

Epson PhotoPC 850Z User Guide

Where to Find Information

This User’s Guide

EPSON Photo!3/EPSON Photo File Uploader3 User’s Guide

Online Help

Color Guide (included in the CD-ROM in some locations)

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Declaration of Conformity

Contents

Introduction

PhotoPC 850Z Features

Options

For United Kingdom users - use of options

Safety Instructions

When using the camera

When using the strap

When using the charger and batteries

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Getting Started

Unpacking your PhotoPC 850Z

Camera Parts

Using the Batteries

Charging the batteries

Installing the batteries

Replacing the batteries

Handling the batteries

Storing the batteries

Disposing of the batteries

Setting Up Your Camera

Installing and removing a CompactFlash Card

Attaching the strap to your camera

Setting the language

Setting the date and time

Taking Pictures

Getting Ready

Your camera’s picture-taking range

Checking the display panel