Epson PhotoPC 850Z User Manual

User’s Guide

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Introduction

PhotoPC 850Z Features 2

Optional Accessories 4

1 Setting Up Your Camera and Software

Unpacking Your PhotoPC 850Z 1-1 Using Rechargeable NiMH Batteries 1-2

Charging Batteries 1-2 Installing Batteries 1-4

Battery Options 1-6 Attaching the Neck Strap 1-7 Installing Your Memory Card 1-8 Setting the Date and Time 1-10 Formatting Your Memory Card 1-12 Removing Your Memory Card 1-12 Choosing Your User Mode 1-13 Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus 1-14 Installing Your Software 1-15

Installing for Windows 1-15

Installing on a Macintosh 1-17

2 Taking Pictures

Using the Camera Dial 2-1 Reading the Status Display Panel 2-2 Taking Pictures With the Viewfinder 2-4 Taking Pictures With the LCD Screen 2-6 Setting Image Quality 2-10

Standard 2-10 Fine 2-11 Super Fine 2-11 HyPict 2-11

Using the Flash 2-12

Auto 2-12 Forced Flash 2-12 Flash Off 2-12 Red-eye Reduction 2-12

Slow Synchronized Flash 2-13 Taking Pictures With the Timer 2-14 Taking Color or Black and White Pictures 2-15 Adding Sound to Pictures 2-16

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Using Quick Playback 2-17

Deleting Pictures 2-19 Playing Audio Recordings 2-19

3 Setting Up Special Shots

Taking Quick Shots 3-1 Continuous Shooting 3-2

Continuous Shooting Using the Timer 3-3 Interval Shooting 3-4 Using Programmed Subject Settings 3-6

4 Framing, Focusing, and Zooming

Taking Digital Zoom Pictures 4-1 Taking Digital Panoramas 4-3 Taking Close-Ups With Macro Mode 4-4 Adjusting the Focus 4-5

5 Adjusting Exposure and Color Settings

Adjusting Exposure 5-1

Changing the Automatic Exposure Value 5-2

Setting Shutter Speed and Aperture 5-3

Using Aperture Priority and Shutter Priority

Settings 5-4

Adjusting the Sensitivity Setting 5-6

Adjusting the White Balance Setting 5-8

Setting the Custom White Balance 5-10 Changing the Metering Method 5-11 Exposure and Color Tips 5-12

6 Playing Back Photos

Playing Back Pictures One by One 6-2 Playing Back Multiple Pictures 6-2 Deleting Pictures 6-3

Deleting the Currently Displayed Picture 6-3

Deleting All Pictures 6-4

Deleting Selected Pictures 6-5

Locking Pictures 6-6

Unlocking Pictures 6-8 Adding Audio Recordings 6-9 Playing Back Recordings 6-10 Deleting Audio Recordings 6-11 Magnifying a Picture 6-12 Viewing Picture Information 6-13 Playing Your Pictures as a Slide Show 6-14

Playing Sounds With Your Slide Show 6-15

Excluding Pictures From a Slide Show 6-16

Rotating Pictures in a Slide Show 6-17 Playing Back Pictures on TV 6-18

7 Adjusting Camera Settings

Setting the Auto Power Off Time 7-1 Adjusting the LCD Brightness 7-3 Turning the Camera Alert Sounds On or Off 7-3 Setting the Camera Volume 7-4 Setting the Time and Date 7-4 Setting the Language 7-5 Setting the Broadcast Signal System 7-6

8 Getting Photos Into Your Computer

Connecting the Camera 8-1

Connecting to a Windows PC 8-2 Connecting to a Macintosh 8-3 Connecting the Camera with the USB Cable 8-4

Transferring Photos and Audio Files 8-6

What To Do if You See an Error Message 8-9

Getting Images Into TWAIN- Compliant

Applications 8-10

Getting Images That You Can Import 8-12

What To Do If the Camera Is Not

Responding 8-14

9 Getting Your Photos Into Documents

Importing Images Into Documents 9-2 Getting Images With Copy and Paste 9-3

Using Drag and Drop From an Album

(Windows Only) 9-4

Getting Images With the Camio Viewer (Windows) 9-6

Dragging and Dropping a Picture Into

a Document 9-7

Transferring Images Before Placing Them 9-8

10 Working With Photos and Albums

Organizing Image Expert Albums 10-2

Copying and Moving Pictures in Albums 10-2

Renaming a Picture 10-3

Viewing Picture Information 10-3 Printing an Image or Album 10-4

Choosing the Layout Style 10-5

Adding Text 10-6

Choosing Album Images 10-7

Adjusting the Printed Area 10-7 Adding Audio to an Image 10-8

Playing Back Sounds 10-9

Editing Sounds 10-10

Deleting Sounds 10-10 Displaying Albums as Slide Shows 10-11 Using an Album as a Screen Saver 10-12 Setting an Image as Wallpaper 10-12

Copying to Diskette or Zip Disk 10-13

Viewing the Pictures on Diskette or

Zip Disk 10-14

Sending Pictures and Sound by E-mail 10-15

11 Editing Images

Viewing and Selecting Images 11-2 Applying Quick Fix 11-3 Correcting an Image 11-3 Cropping an Image 11-5 Resizing an Image 11-5 Rotating an Image 11-6 Flipping an Image 11-7 Applying Special Effects 11-8 Changing the Number of Colors 11-9

12 Operating the Camera From Your Computer

Taking Pictures From Your Computer With

Image Expert 12-1

Using the Self Timer 12-3 Taking Pictures With EPSON Photo!3 12-4 Adjusting Camera Settings From Your Computer 12-5

Changing Settings With Image Expert 12-5

Changing Settings With EPSON Photo!3 12-7

13 Using Your Camera for Presentations

Uploading Images to the Camera 13-1

Uploading Images From Your Windows PC 13-2 Uploading Images From Your Macintosh 13-5

Converting Presentations 13-8

Capturing Windows Screens 13-8 Capturing Macintosh Screens 13-10

Projecting Your Presentation 13-11

14 Printing Directly From the Camera

Connecting the Camera to the Printer 14-2 Starting Direct Print 14-3 Printing 14-4

Printing Single and Multiple Images 14-4 Producing Your Printout 14-7 Printing a Card 14-9 Printing Album Images 14-11 Printing Stickers 14-12

Printing an Index of Your Images 14-14 Removing the Direct Print Program 14-16 Reinstalling the Direct Print Program 14-16 Reading Error and Status Messages 14-17

15 Creating DPOF Files for Processing

Introduction to the DPOF Standard 15-1 Making the DPOF File 15-2 Confirming and Changing the DPOF File 15-5 Deleting the DPOF File 15-6 Removing the Print Mark Program 15-6 Reinstalling the Print Mark Program 15-7 Reading Error Messages 15-8

16 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Caring for the Camera and Battery Charger 16-1

Cleaning the Camera and Battery Charger 16-1

Storing the Camera 16-2 Solving Camera Problems 16-2 Solving Picture Problems 16-9 Where To Get Help 16-12

Software Support 16-13

Software Licensing 16-13

A Optional Accessories

Using the Optional AC Adapter A-2 Using a Tripod A-3 Attaching an Optional Converter Lens A-4 Attaching an Optional Flash A-5

Using a PCMCIA Adapter A-7

Installing the PCMCIA Adapter A-7 Transferring Photos With the Adapter A-8

Image Authentication System A-8

B Specifications

Camera B-1

Physical Dimensions B-1 Power B-1 Technical B-2 Environmental B-3 Safety B-3 Photographic B-3 Photo Processing Time (approximate) B-4 Memory Card Picture Capacity B-5

NiMH Battery Charger B-5

Physical Dimensions B-5 Technical B-5

Optional Universal AC Adapter B-5

Physical Dimensions B-5 Technical B-5

CompactFlash Card B-6

Storage Capacity B-6 Physical Dimensions B-6

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Minimum System Requirements B-6

Windows Systems B-6

Macintosh Systems B-6

C Regulatory Information and Warranty

Safety Instructions C-1 Declaration of Conformity C-4 FCC Compliance Statement C-5 Warranty C-6

Index

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Introduction

our new EPSON two megapixel, USB and serial digital camera with 3×

optical zoom. It includes three different user modes with

three levels of control: a manual mode for expert

photographers, a programmed mode that gives you

control of your shots and saves time, and a fully automatic

point-and-shoot mode for no-fuss photography.

The PhotoPC 850Z comes with a built-in microphone and

speaker that let you add and play voice messages. Your

camera puts you in control of all your shots with exposure,

flash, white balance, metering, and focus settings.

PhotoPC

850Z is a high resolution,

Introduction

The PhotoPC 850Z captures images at 1600

× 1200 pixel

resolution in 24-bit color, using a 2.11 megapixel CCD

sensor. With EPSON’s HyPict™

technology, the images can be interpolated to 1984

image enhancement

× 1488

pixels right inside the camera.

Your PhotoPC 850Z comes complete with cables, batteries,

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battery charger, neck strap, and 8MB CompactFlash

memory card. It also comes with a CD-ROM with software

and utilities for downloading, editing, organizing, and

printing your pictures.

PhotoPC 850Z Features

PhotoPC 850Z is a complete system for capturing digital

images, and includes the following features:

◗ 2.11 million pixel CCD sensor ◗ 3× optical zoom

◗ Resolutions of 1600

1984

× 1488 pixels (interpolated) using EPSON’s

× 1200 pixels, and up to

HyPict image enhancement technology

◗ 24-bit color or monochrome image capture ◗ High-speed image processing (one second per image in

quick shot mode)

◗ 8MB EPSON CompactFlash card that holds

approximately 24 fine-resolution or 120 standard-

resolution images

◗ Built-in microphone and speaker that let you record and

play back an audio recording of up to 10 seconds for

each picture

◗ 2.0-inch, low-temperature, poly-silicon TFT color LCD

screen that supports instant preview, playback, delete,

and power save mode and has a power-saving

™

Solar Assist

panel

◗ Capability to print directly to several EPSON ink jet

printers—without using a computer

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◗ Video and audio output for playing your pictures back

on a TV, VCR, or projector

◗ Macro, 2× digital zoom, panorama, quick shot mode, and

interval and continuous shooting

◗ Adjustments for white balance, exposure, sensitivity,

aperture, shutter, and focus

◗ Built-in flash with leading and trailing slow

synchronized modes for night photography and action

photos

◗ Four rechargeable NiMH AA batteries and a fast charger

Your camera comes with the PhotoPC 850Z software suite,

which includes the following applications for both PC and

Macintosh users:

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◗ Sierra Imaging Image Expert

organizing, editing, and printing your pictures

◗ The EPSON Photo!3

for transferring your pictures

◗ EPSON Photo File Uploader for converting

presentation slides into image files and uploading them

to your camera

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software for transferring,

application and TWAIN driver

◗ Automatic shut-off to save batteries ◗ Automatic date and time recording for each picture ◗ Serial and USB cables for transferring photos to your

Windows

◗ Fully USB-compatible

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or Macintosh computer

◗ EPSON Photo Program Uploader for installing the

Direct Print and Print Mark programs on your camera

(Direct Print lets you print directly from the camera to a

number of EPSON ink jet printers and Print Mark lets

you create DPOF files to give to your local photo

finishing lab.)

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Optional Accessories

EPSON offers these accessories for the PhotoPC 850Z:

◗ Universal AC adapter (B867081) for use with any

standard (100 to 240 V) electrical outlet

◗ Additional or replacement NiMH rechargeable batteries

(B818113)

◗ Additional or replacement universal NiMH Power Pak,

which includes batteries and charger (B818172)

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◗ EPSON Image Authentication System

(PPC8–IAS)

Your camera is also compatible with a range of options that

can enhance your shots and store more images. You can

attach an optional flash to the camera’s hot shoe for portrait

photos or photos in places that are dimly lit. You can use the

camera with optional lenses for your specialized shots. You

can also obtain additional Type I or Type II CompactFlash

memory cards and PCMCIA adapters made by leading

™

suppliers, such as Lexar Media,

SanDisk.



Delkin Devices,™ and

(IAS) software

NOTE

Please take a minute to fill out the registration card for the

PhotoPC 850Z digital camera and mail it back to us. This enables

you to receive special information on accessories, new products,

and software upgrades. You’ll get immediate attention if you

have a problem with your PhotoPC 850Z.

Introduction

efore you can start using your PhotoPC 850Z, you

need to charge the batteries. You must also format your

CompactFlash memory card and prepare the camera. This

chapter describes the following:

◗

Unpacking your PhotoPC 850Z

◗

Using rechargeable NiMH batteries

◗

Attaching the neck strap

◗

Installing the CompactFlash memory card

◗

Setting the date and time

◗

Formatting your memory card

◗

Removing your memory card

◗

Choosing your user mode

◗

Adjusting the viewfinder focus

◗

Installing your PhotoPC 850Z software

Setting Up Your Camera and Software

Unpacking Your PhotoPC 850Z

Make sure you have all the parts shown below.

battery charger

camera

software

Mac/Direct Print serial cable

CompactFlash card (8MB)

video cable

lens adapter

rechargeable batteries

AC power cord

PC serial ca ble

neck strap

USB cable

Setting Up Your Camera and Software

1-1

Using Rechargeable NiMH Batteries

Your PhotoPC 850Z comes with a charger and four

rechargeable NiMH batteries that can be recharged hundreds

of times.

NOTE

New batteries need to be fully charged three times before you

use them. This process takes approximately five or six hours—

but you only need to do it once. When you need to recharge your

batteries in the future, it takes approximately two and a half hours

for a full charge.

Charging Batteries

It’s important to fully charge your batteries, so they will last

as long as possible before they need recharging.

WARNING

Shock hazard. Make sure you use the charger only with EPSON

rechargeable NiMH batteries (model EU-24). To avoid the danger

of leakage or explosion, do not place any other batteries in the

charger. Read all safety and handling instructions in the

Introduction of this guide before using the charger.

Follow these steps to charge your batteries for the first time:

Insert all four batteries, positioning the + and – ends as

shown.

–

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1-2

Connect the battery charger to its power cord, as shown

below.

charger light

Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The charger

light turns red, indicating that the charger is working.

When the batteries are charged, after about two and a

half hours, the light goes off.

NOTE

The charger light flashes to indicate changes in battery

temperature and voltage. If the light continues to flash for

more than half an hour, the batteries may be damaged or

worn out, and should be replaced. Unplug the charger if the

batteries are not fully charged after four hours.

Now charge your batteries again by unplugging the

battery power cord and then plugging it in again.

Charge the batteries a third time. After the charger light

goes off, unplug the charger. To avoid overcharging,

don’t leave the charger plugged in for long periods of

time after the light goes off.

Wait one hour until the batteries cool before removing

them from the charger.

WARNING

Batteries are very hot (149 °F [65 °C]) after charging.

Before storing the charger, disconnect the power cord

and remove the batteries.

(For subsequent charges of your NiMH rechargeable

batteries, follow steps 1 through 3, then unplug the charger

and follow steps 6 and 7 above.)

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1-3

Be sure to charge the batteries completely to make them last

as long as possible. They can be recharged hundreds of times,

so do not dispose of them until they are worn out.

NOTE

To keep the charger terminals clean, unplug the charger and wipe

the terminals with a dry cloth. Make sure you charge the batteries

before you use them. If you find that your batteries run out faster

after you recharge them a few times, make sure you discharge

them completely before recharging. If this doesn’t help, replace

the batteries.

Installing Batteries

Before you install the batteries, make sure the camera dial is

turned to

1-4

Off.

Turn the camera upside down.

Hold the battery cover lock down and slide the cover

out to open it.

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battery cover lock

Insert four batteries into the compartment, positioning

the + and − ends as shown below.

Lower the battery cover and slide it in, as shown below.

When the battery power is almost out, a low battery icon

appears on the camera’s display panel. Be sure to

replace all four batteries at the same time.

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1-5

Battery Options

If you forget to charge your rechargeable NiMH batteries or

if they need to be replaced, the PhotoPC 850Z camera can

also accept the following:

◗ Rechargeable AA NiCad batteries ◗ Single-use AA lithium batteries (longer life, Energizer

recommended)

◗ Single-use AA alkaline batteries

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Note the following when handling batteries:

◗ Use only the EPSON battery charger (Model EU-38) to

charge the batteries that came with your camera.

◗ Use the batteries that came with your camera only in

EPSON digital cameras.

◗ Do not use manganese batteries. ◗ Do not mix different types of batteries; this can cause

fire or explosion.

WARNING

To avoid the danger of fire or explosion, do not mix different

types of batteries. Do not allow the battery contacts to touch

metal objects such as coins or keys, which could short out the

battery. Read all safety and handling instructions before using

batteries.

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1-6

◗ Replace all four batteries at the same time. Do not mix

old and new batteries.

◗ Batteries that have not been used for a long time do not

charge well. However, with regular use, the batteries will

return to normal.

◗ Batteries discharge at least 2% per day, whether they are

used or not.

◗ If the batteries are charged in a hot environment, or if

they are charged repeatedly without being discharged,

they will wear out more quickly.

◗ Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, or mutilate

batteries. Do not get them wet or expose them to fire.

◗ When the camera is not used for long periods of time,

remove the batteries and store them at a low temperature

in a dry location. Store away from the reach of children.

◗ To avoid fire or electric shock, do not use batteries that

are leaking or damaged in any way.

◗ If battery acid gets in your eyes or on your skin,

immediately rinse the area with water and seek medical

treatment. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical

treatment immediately.

◗ 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.

◗ Battery life varies depending on the battery type, the

manufacturer, and other factors.

Attaching the Neck Strap

Your camera includes a neck strap that attaches to the camera

to make it easier to carry.

WARNING

To avoid damaging the camera or other objects, or injuring other

people, do not swing the camera about. Keep the strap away

from children. Do not pull or tighten the strap too firmly while

wearing it around your hand or neck; this can cause serious injury.

Setting Up Your Camera and Software

1-7

To attach the neck strap, follow these steps:

Installing Your Memory Card

Pass one end of the strap through one of the eyelets on

the sides of the camera.

Pass the strap through the clamp to secure it.

Attach the other end of the strap to the eyelet on the

other side of the camera in the same way.

Your camera comes with an 8MB CompactFlash memory

card that needs to be in the camera to take photos. This card

stores your photographs until you transfer them to your

computer and delete them.

You can purchase additional memory cards (4MB to 96MB)

from leading suppliers like Lexar Media, Delkin Devices, and

SanDisk. See page A-7 for more information.

NOTE

The CompactFlash card slot is Type I and Type II compatible.

Make sure the camera dial is turned to Off. (To change

the dial setting, press the white dial lock in and turn the

dial.)

dial l ock

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1-8

Place your thumb or index finger behind the memory

card cover latch and pull the cover open.

memory card cover latch

Insert the card all the way into the memory card slot.

Make sure the front of the card is facing the same

direction as the front of the camera, and the arrow on

the card’s label is pointing in.

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1-9

As you insert the card, the eject button pops out. Flip

the eject button up and close the memory card cover.

eject button

Setting the Date and Time

Before you use the camera, you need to set its clock. Then

the camera will automatically record the date and time for

each picture you take. You may need to set the clock again if

you don’t use it for extended periods of time.

NOTE

You can also set the camera’s clock through your computer. See

page 8-1 for instructions on connecting the camera to your

computer, and page 7-4 for instructions on setting the date and

time.

The camera’s date and time need to be set before you can

format the memory card.

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1-10

top le ft button

+ button

− button

bottom left button

camera dial

camera dial lo ck

ISO button

W.B. button

Follow these steps to set the date and time:

Push the camera dial lock in and turn the camera dial

You see the clock setting screen with the year

highlighted in red.

Press the + or − button (next to the up and down

arrows) to increase or decrease the number, until the

year is correct.

Press the ISO button (below the left arrow) to select the

month and day. Press the

arrow) to select the time. Make adjustments as described

in the previous step.

When you’re finished, press the bottom left button (next

SET). You see the SETUP menu.

Now you’re ready to format the memory card.

W.B. button (below the right

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1-11

Formatting Your Memory Card

Removing Your Memory Card

You should format your card before you use it. Follow these

steps:

Turn the camera dial to . You see the SETUP menu.

Then press the bottom right button (below

SETUP

). The Memory Card Format menu appears if a

Memory

memory card is correctly installed in the camera.

Press the top left button (next to MEMORY CARD

FORMAT

) to format the card. You see a message

warning you that all data on the card will be deleted.

Press the button next to Yes to format the card, or the

button next to

No to cancel.

Turn your camera dial to Off before you remove the card.

CAUTION

Never remove the card while the camera is on. Data in the card

may be lost or damaged.

Place your thumb or index finger behind the memory

card cover latch and pull the cover open.

memory card cover latch

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1-12

Flip the eject button down and push it in to release the

card. Then pull the card out and close the cover.

eject button

Choosing Your User Mode

The PhotoPC 850Z has three user modes to give you

different levels of control over the camera settings. To use the

more advanced features, such as white balance and exposure

adjustment, you must be in Program mode or Manual mode.

Full Auto The camera chooses most settings for you. This

mode is the default. You can simply point and

shoot, or you can adjust some basic settings (for

example: image quality, digital zoom, macro

mode and panoramic mode).

Program This setting is recommended for photographers

who want a moderate amount of control over

the camera’s functions. Programmed subjects

(Normal, Sports, Portrait, and Landscape) tailor

your camera settings to the type of picture you’re

taking. You can also use the LCD menus to

make your own adjustments to sensitivity, white

balance, and exposure.

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1-13

Manual This mode is for experienced photographers who

want complete control over the camera’s wide

array of settings and features. In addition to

changing sensitivity and white balance, you can

adjust the shutter speed and aperture, choose a

spot or matrix metering system, and focus the

camera to three feet, ten feet, or infinity.

Follow these steps to choose the camera mode:

Push the camera dial lock in and turn the dial to .

You see the SETUP menu:

user mode

Press the + button to cycle through the three modes.

Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus

You can adjust the viewfinder’s focus using the diopter. This

is useful if you wear glasses and want to take pictures with

the viewfinder. Follow these steps:

Turn your camera dial to .

Look through the viewfinder and turn the diopter dial

until you have a clear view.

diopter

NOTE

The viewfinder will not focus when the camera is turned off.

Make sure the camera is turned on to adjust the diopter.

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1-14

Installing Your Software

Follow these steps:

PhotoPC 850Z comes with everything you need to transfer

your pictures from the camera to your computer, and then

organize, enhance, and share them. You can also upload

pictures and presentations to the camera. The CD-ROM

has these applications for Windows and Macintosh:

◗ Sierra Imaging Image Expert ◗ EPSON Photo!3 TWAIN and standalone application

and EPSON Photo!3 Program Uploader

◗ EPSON Photo File Uploader

Installing for Windows

You can install the software on your Windows 98,

Windows 95, or Windows NT

for minimum system requirements.)

NOTE

If you are asked to restart your computer after any installations,

you can cancel and wait to restart until you have installed all the

PhotoPC 850Z applications.

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4.0 system. (See page B-6

Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. The install program

starts automatically.

If it doesn’t start automatically, double-click

Computer

When you see the following screen, click the Install

Image Expert

Follow the instructions on the screen to install Image

Expert. When installation is complete, you return to the

Setup screen.

. Then double-click your CD-ROM icon.

button.

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1-15

Click the Install EPSON Photo!3 and Program

Uploader

When you return to the Setup screen, click the Install

EPSON Photo File Uploader

instructions on the screen.

When installation is complete, click Exit.

Restart your computer.

Installing Your Windows 98 USB Driver

If you’re installing on a Windows 98 system with a USB

port, complete the steps above to install your software. The

first time you connect the camera to your computer with

your USB cable, you’ll see the Add New Hardware Wizard.

(See page 8-1 if you need help connecting the camera.)

NOTE

You may need your Windows 98 system disk for this installation.

button. Follow the instructions on the screen.

button. Follow the

Follow these steps to install the driver for your camera:

Insert your PhotoPC 850Z CD-ROM in your drive.

At the first screen in the Add New Hardware Wizard,

click

Next.

Select Search for the best driver for your device,

then click

Select Specify a location and browse to your

CD-ROM drive.

Select the Win98E folder if you’re installing the English

driver (or the

driver, or the

driver). Click

On the following screen, click Next. The wizard locates

your camera’s driver.

Click Next on the installation screen to install the

driver. When installation is complete, click

Next.

Win98S folder to install the Spanish

Win98F folder to install the French

OK.

Finish.

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1-16

Installing on a Macintosh

You can install all the software on your PowerPC™,

Power Macintosh

for minimum system requirements.)



G3, or iMac™ computer. (See page B-6

If necessary, double-click the CD-ROM icon to open it

and open the folder for the language you want to use.

Double-click the

Continue

Install Image Expert

and follow the instructions on the screen.

icon. Click

NOTE

◗

If your iMac is running OS 8.1, you’ll need to update your

operating system before installing your camera software.

Download and install the iMac Update 1.0 or later from



at http://swupdates.info.apple.com. Contact Apple if

Apple

you have problems installing the update. If your iMac is

running OS 8.5 or 8.51, Apple recommends that you

download and install iMac Update 1.1. (To find out which

operating system your iMac is running, select

Computer

◗

If you are asked to restart your computer after any

installations, you can quit and wait to restart until you have

installed all the PhotoPC 850Z applications.

in the Apple menu.)

About This

Follow these steps:

Insert the CD-ROM in your drive.

If necessary, open the folder for your language. Then

open the

Double-click the

EPSON Photo!3 Ver. 1

Photo!3 Installer – Part 1

folder.

icon and

follow the instructions on the screen.

If necessary, open the folder for your language. Then

open the

Double-click the

Install

Restart your computer.

EPSON Photo File Uploader

icon and follow the instructions on the screen.

EPSON Photo File Uploader 3

folder.

To automatically create preferences for the EPSON Photo

File Uploader, start the

EPSON Photo!3

program, then

close it. You need these preferences to run Photo File

Uploader.

Setting Up Your Camera and Software

1-17

+ 219 hidden pages

Epson PhotoPC 850Z User Manual

Contents

Introduction

Optional Accessories

Setting Up Your Camera and Software

Using Rechargeable NiMH Batteries

Charging Batteries

Installing Batteries

Battery Options

Attaching the Neck Strap

Installing Your Memory Card

Setting the Date and Time

Formatting Your Memory Card

Removing Your Memory Card

Choosing Your User Mode

Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus

Installing Your Software

Installing for Windows

Installing on a Macintosh