Epson PhotoPC 750Z User manual

Getting Started
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
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TRADEMARKS
EPSON and EPSON Stylus are registered trademarks of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
PhotoPC is a registered trademark and EPSON FaxAdvice, HyPict, EPSON
Photo!2, and Solar Assist are trademarks of Epson America, Inc.
EPSON SoundAdvice is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.
Image Expert and Camio are trademarks of Sierra Imaging, Inc. in the United
States and other countries and are used under license.
Lexar Media is a trademark of Lexar Media.
General notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes
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Digital cameras and scanners, like photocopiers and conventional cameras, can
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Copyright © 1999 by Epson America, Inc. CPD-7966R1
Torrance, California, USA 4/99
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Your new EPSONPhotoPC750Z is a high resolution,
easy-to-use digital camera with a built-in LCD screen and
3×optical zoom. You can view your pictures before and after
you capture them and transfer them to your computer.
This guide gives you the basics on setting up and using your
new PhotoPC 750Z.
For detailed instructions on using advanced camera features
and working with your software, see your User’s Guide.
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1 Getting Ready to Use the Camera
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 750Z 1-1
Identifying Camera Parts 1-2
Using Rechargeable NiMH Batteries 1-4
Charging Batteries 1-4
Installing Batteries 1-6
Battery Options 1-8
Attaching the Wrist Strap 1-10
Attaching the Lens Cover 1-10
2 Setting Up Your Software
Installing Your PhotoPC 750Z Software 2-1
Installing for Windows 95, Windows 98, or
Windows NT 4.0 2-1
Installing for Windows NT 3.51 2-2
Installing on a Macintosh 2-2
Making Windows Diskettes 2-2
Making Macintosh Diskettes 2-3
Installing the Image Expert CE Demo 2-3
System Requirements 2-4
Installing the Image Expert CE Demo 2-4
3 Taking Pictures
Getting Ready to Take Pictures 3-1
Turning the Camera On and Off 3-1
Setting the Language and the Camera’s Clock 3-2
Using the CompactFlash Memory Card 3-4
Installing Your Memory Card 3-4
Formatting Your Memory Card 3-5
Removing Your Memory Card 3-6
Using the Display Panel 3-7
Checking the Battery 3-7
Taking Pictures With the Viewfinder 3-7
Taking Pictures With the LCD Screen 3-9
Checking the Picture Counter 3-11
Contents
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4 Using Basic Camera Features
Setting Image Quality and Color Mode 4-1
Standard 4-1
Fine 4-1
Super Fine 4-2
HyPict 4-2
Monochrome Fine 4-2
Monochrome Super Fine 4-2
Monochrome HyPict 4-2
Storing Pictures 4-3
Using the Flash 4-3
Taking Pictures With the Timer 4-5
5 Playing Back and Saving Pictures
Playing Back Photos 5-1
Playing Back Pictures One by One 5-3
Erasing the Currently Displayed Picture 5-3
Saving Your Pictures 5-4
Connecting the Camera to Your Computer 5-4
Transferring Photos With Image Expert 5-7
Index
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efore you can start using your PhotoPC 750Z, you
Bneed to charge the batteries. You should also be familiar
with all the camera components.
This chapter describes the following:
◗Unpacking your PhotoPC 750Z
◗Identifying camera parts
◗Using rechargeable NiMH batteries
◗Attaching the wrist strap and lens cover
NOTE
Read all safety instructions in this book and in your
User’s Guide
before setting up or using the camera.
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 750Z
Make sure you have all the parts shown below.
1 Getting Ready to Use the Camera
software
Mac/Direct Print
serial cable
rechargeable
batteries
wrist strap
camera
PC serial
cable
battery charger
CompactFlash
card (8MB)
video cable
camera bag
lens cover
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Identifying Camera Parts
flash
viewfinder
timer light
front view
shutter button
lens
connector
cover
camera dial
bottom view
tripod socket
battery
cover lock
battery cover
memory
card
cover
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hand strap
holder
camera dial
display panel
viewfinder
and status
light
Function
button
back view
LCD screen
camera dial
lock
zoom switch
Solar Assist
switch
ESC
button
SEL (select)
button
button
button
Mode
button
top view
shutter
button image
quality
button
display
panel
flash
button
timer
button camera
dial
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Using Rechargeable NiMH Batteries
Your PhotoPC 750Z comes with four rechargeable NiMH
batteries and a pocket-size charger. These batteries can be
recharged hundreds of times. Before you install them in your
camera for the first time, you need to charge them
completely three 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 here and in your
User’s Guide before using the charger.
Note the following when charging batteries:
◗Do not insert batteries backwards.
◗Do not open the cover while battery charger lights are
on.
◗Do not use near water or handle with wet hands. For
indoor use only.
◗Do not use within reach of children.
◗Do not charge the batteries using an electrical outlet on
an airplane.
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Follow these steps to charge your batteries for the first time:
1Lift up the cover of the charger and insert all four
batteries, positioning the + and – ends as shown. Then
close the cover firmly.
2Turn the charger over and flip the two prongs out of
their compartment.
3Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. Both lights
turn red, indicating that the charger is working. When
the batteries are charged, after about two and a half
hours, the lights go off.
NOTE
The charger lights flash to indicate changes in battery
temperature and voltage. If the lights continue 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.
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4Now charge your batteries again by opening and then
closing the charger. The second charge should take
about two and a half hours.
5Charge the batteries a third time by opening and closing
the charger again. This charge should take about
20 minutes.
6After you have charged the batteries three times and
both lights are off, unplug the charger. To avoid
overcharging, don’t leave the charger plugged in for long
periods of time after the lights go off.
7Wait one hour until the batteries cool before removing
them from the charger.
8Before storing the charger, press down on the prongs to
lock the plug into place.
(For subsequent charges of your NiMH rechargeable
batteries, follow steps 1 through 3, then unplug the charger
and follow steps 7 and 8 above.)
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
Keep the charger terminals clean by wiping them with a dry cloth.
Make sure you charge all four 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 is
turned off.
1Turn the camera upside down with the LCD screen
facing away from you.
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2Slide the battery cover lock from Lock to Open.
3Lift the cover up and away from the camera.
4Insert all four batteries into the compartment,
positioning the + and – ends as shown:
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5Close the battery cover and hold it down while sliding
the battery cover lock from Open to Lock.
Battery Options
If you forget to charge your rechargeable NiMH batteries or
if they need to be replaced, the PhotoPC 750Z camera can
also accept the following:
◗Rechargeable AA NiCad batteries
◗Single-use AA alkaline batteries (PanasonicAlkaline, or
DuracellUltra recommended)
◗Single-use AA lithium batteries (longer life, Energizer
recommended)
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’s circuits. Read all safety and handling instructions before
using batteries.
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Note the following when handling batteries:
◗Use only the EPSON battery charger (Model EU-23) 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.
◗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.
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Attaching the Wrist Strap
To attach the wrist strap, loop the strap around the holder on
the side of the camera as shown below.
Attaching the Lens Cover
To attach the lens cover, loop the lens strap around and
through the section of the wrist strap that is connected to the
camera, as shown.
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Your PhotoPC 750Z comes with everything you need to
transfer your pictures from the camera to your computer,
and to organize, enhance, and share your images.
Installing Your PhotoPC 750Z
Software
The included CD-ROM has these applications for your
Microsoft WindowsPC or Macintosh:
◗Sierra Imaging Image Expert™
◗EPSON Photo!2™TWAIN and standalone application
◗EPSON Photo File Uploader
◗EPSON Photo Program Uploader
◗EPSON Direct Print (to load onto the camera)
All programs (except Direct Print) are installed in the
PhotoPC 750Z folder. There is also a demo version of Image
Expert™CE included on the CD-ROM. (See page 2-3.)
NOTE
After you install your software, you can run the Image Expert
Quick Tour to learn more about your camera. See page 5-8 for
instructions. If you are using Windows NT
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3.51 or Macintosh,
you can see the Quick Tour on the EPSON website at
www.epson.com.
Installing for Windows 95, Windows 98, or
Windows NT 4.0
1Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. The install program
starts automatically. If it doesn’t start automatically,
double-click My Computer. Then double-click your
CD-ROM icon.
2 Setting Up Your Software
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2Click Install Image Expert.
3Follow the instructions on the screen.
Installing for Windows NT 3.51
1Insert the CD-ROM in your drive.
2In the Program Manager, select Run from the File
menu.
3Type D:\SETUP. If your CD-ROM drive is not
drive D, substitute the correct letter. Then click OK.
4Select Install Image Expert and follow the
instructions on the screen.
Installing on a Macintosh
1Insert the CD-ROM in your drive.
2Double-click the CD-ROM icon.
3Double-click the Install PhotoPC 750Z icon. Click
Continue and follow the instructions on the screen.
Making Windows Diskettes
If you want to install the software on a computer that doesn’t
have a CD-ROM drive, you can create installation diskettes.
Before you start, make sure you have 7 blank, formatted
diskettes (19 if you want to include the Quick Tour).
1Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. The install program
starts automatically. If it doesn’t start automatically,
double-click My Computer. Then double-click your
CD-ROM icon.
In the Windows NT 3.51 Program Manager, select
Run from the File menu. Type D:\SETUP. If your
CD-ROM drive is not drive D, substitute the correct
letter. Then click OK.
2Click Make Image Expert Disks.
3Select your operating system and diskette drive and
click OK. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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Making Macintosh Diskettes
If you want to install the software on a computer that doesn’t
have a CD-ROM drive, you can use either Disk Copy 6.2 or
the DropImage program on your CD-ROM to make
diskettes. Before you start, make sure you have 10 blank,
formatted diskettes.
To use Disk Copy 6.2, double-click the file named
Make Floppies and follow the instructions on the screen.
The Image Expert disk image files are located in the Disk
Images folder on the CD-ROM.
Or, use the DropImage program:
1Open the Disk Images folder on your CD-ROM.
2Drag the file Disk1.image onto DropImage 1.0. An
icon for Disk 1 appears on your desktop.
3Insert a blank, formatted diskette in your drive and
change its name to Image Expert 1.
4Drag the Disk 1 icon onto the Image Expert 1 icon. If
you are asked to confirm the copy, click Yes.
5When the copy finishes, drag both icons to the trash.
Your Macintosh ejects the diskette.
6Repeat steps 2 to 5 for each disk image file.
Installing the Image Expert CE Demo
Included on your PhotoPC 750Z CD-ROM is a demo
version of Image Expert CE: a convenient, easy-to-use
imaging application for your Windows CE 2.0-based
Handheld PC (H/PC). Image Expert CE offers truly mobile
imaging in a small, lightweight package. You can view and
organize JPEG images from your camera on your H/PC as
well as annotate them. You can share images with others as a
slideshow on the built-in display or an external monitor, via
email, beaming them from one H/PC to another, or by auto
synchronizing your H/PC to your desktop system.
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System Requirements
Image Expert CE requires:
◗Any H/PC running Microsoft Windows CE 2.0 or later
◗1.5MB available memory on your H/PC (for the
program and image samples)
Installing the Image Expert CE Demo
1Connect your H/PC to your desktop, and establish
communication between the devices.
2Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. The install program
should start automatically. If it doesn’t, double-click
My Computer. Then double-click your CD-ROM
icon.
3Click Install Image Expert CE Demo and follow the
instructions on the screen.
Image Expert installs the necessary files. It creates an
Image Expert program folder that you can access
through the Start Menu and a shortcut on the desktop.
For more information and to purchase the full version of
Image Expert CE, visit the Sierra Imaging website at
www.sierraimaging.com.
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