Epson 2100Z- Manuals

Page 2 - A6 size; Where to Find Information; This User’s Guide

R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COVER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Where to Find Information This User’s Guide Provides detailed information to help you set up and use your EPSON PhotoPC 2100Z, and the optional products available from EPSON. Also contains informati...

Page 3 - User’s Guide; DIGITAL CAMERA

R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D FRONT.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey User’s Guide DIGITAL CAMERA ®

Page 4 - IMPORTANT NOTICE

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D FRONT.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - ii - 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, photocop...

Page 5 - A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF

- iii - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D FRONT.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey This product conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS Like photocopiers, digital cameras can be misused by improperly ph...

Page 7 - Introduction; Chapter 1 Getting Started

- v - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PPC2100Z.TOCA6 size7/17/01 Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Introduction PhotoPC 2100Z Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 8 - Chapter 3 Viewing and Managing Your Photos; Selecting photos and specifying

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PPC2100Z.TOCA6 size7/17/01 L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - vi - Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Setting the flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Using the optical and digita...

Page 9 - Accessing the EPSON Digital Camera

- vii - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PPC2100Z.TOCA6 size7/17/01 Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Chapter 4 Making Camera Settings Setting the Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Changing the time and date setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65C...

Page 10 - Chapter 6 Camera Options and Accessories; Inserting a memory card into; Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PPC2100Z.TOCA6 size7/17/01 L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - viii - Chapter 6 Camera Options and Accessories Using Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Inserting a memory card into your computer . . . . . ....

Page 11 - Appendix A Specifications

- ix - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PPC2100Z.TOCA6 size7/17/01 Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Appendix A Specifications Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Physical dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 13 - Your EPSON

- 1 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D INTRO.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Introduction Your EPSON ® PhotoPC™ 2100Z is a fun, easy-to-use digital camera that enables you to take full-color pictures that you can edit and print using your computer. Colorful icons on th...

Page 15 - Options; Package of four Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries (B81811

- 3 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D INTRO.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Options The following options are available from EPSON for the PhotoPC 2100Z. ❏ CompactFlash™ memory card(For information, contact your EPSON dealer.) ❏ AC Adapter (B867081, B867091, B867101, ...

Page 16 - For United Kingdom users - use of options; Safety Instructions; When using the camera; Note the following when using the camera.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D INTRO.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 4 - For United Kingdom users - use of options EPSON (UK) LTD shall not be liable against any damage or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than those designat...

Page 18 - When using the strap; Note the following when using the camera strap.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D INTRO.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 6 - ❏ If you plan to use the camera and optional equipment in Germany, observe the following: To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for these products, the build...

Page 19 - When using the batteries; Note the following when using batteries.

- 7 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D INTRO.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey When using the batteries Note the following when using batteries. ❏ Read all relevant safety and operating instructions before using the batteries. ❏ Do not use manganese batteries (IEC R6). ❏...

Page 20 - For users in the United Kingdom

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D INTRO.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 8 - ❏ Do not insert batteries into wall outlets or other power sources such as car cigarette lighter sockets. ❏ Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly to a battery. ❏ If battery acid gets ...

Page 23 - Chapter 1; Getting Started; Unpacking your PhotoPC 2100Z

- 11 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ge tting S ta rte d 1 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter helps you to set up your PhotoPC 2100Z and covers the following topics: ❏ Unpacking your PhotoPC 2100Z ❏ Getting familiar with the...

Page 24 - Unpacking Your PhotoPC 2100Z

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 12 - Unpacking Your PhotoPC 2100Z Make sure that your camera box contains all of the items shown below. CD-ROM (quantity varies by location) camera 8 MB CompactFlash memory card (installed in the ...

Page 25 - Camera Parts; Front

- 13 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ge tting S ta rte d 1 Camera Parts After unpacking your PhotoPC 2100Z, take a few minutes to learn about the components shown below. Front OPEN switch shutter button viewfinder front flash le...

Page 27 - Indicator lights; Light

- 15 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ge tting S ta rte d 1 Indicator lights The camera has an indicator light beside the viewfinder. It turns on and blinks in different colors to guide you through the picture-taking process, or ...

Page 28 - Setting up Your Camera; Installing and removing a memory card

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 16 - Setting up Your Camera This section explains how to install the batteries and a memory card in your camera, and set the time and date for setup. Replacing the batteries is also explained. Ins...

Page 29 - Make sure the lens cover is closed and the indicator light

- 17 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ge tting S ta rte d 1 1. Make sure the lens cover is closed and the indicator light next to the viewfinder is off. c Caution: Never remove or insert a memory card while the camera is on. The ...

Page 30 - Installing and replacing the batteries

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 18 - To remove the card, slide the EJECT switch on the bottom of the camera. Then, remove the card and close the cover. c Caution: ❏ Never remove a memory card while the camera is on. Doing so may...

Page 31 - Installing the batteries

- 19 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ge tting S ta rte d 1 c Caution: ❏ Do not use manganese batteries (IEC R6). ❏ Always use batteries from the same package. Do not mix old and new batteries. ❏ Be sure to turn the camera off be...

Page 33 - Lower the battery cover shut and hold it down while you

- 21 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ge tting S ta rte d 1 3. Lower the battery cover shut and hold it down while you slide and lock it, as shown below. Replacing the batteries If the batteries are almost out of power, the , , a...

Page 34 - Setting the time and date for the first time

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 22 - ❏ When the , , and icons appear in turn, all buttons are disabled. ❏ Battery life varies depending on battery type and manufacturer. ❏ If you use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries in the PhotoPC 2...

Page 35 - OPEN

- 23 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D START.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ge tting S ta rte d 1 1. Slide the OPEN switch in the direction shown below to turn the camera on. 2. The date and time appear on the LCD monitor as shown on the right. The month, day, and ye...

Page 37 - Chapter 2; Taking Pictures; Getting Ready to Take Pictures

- 25 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Chapter 2 Taking Pictures Using the PhotoPC 2100Z to take pictures is similar to using a traditional “point and shoot” camera. This chapter explains how to take pictu...

Page 38 - Buttons overview; In this user’s guide, the buttons are named as follows.; LCD monitor overview

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 26 - Buttons overview There are seven buttons on the back of your PhotoPC 2100Z. These buttons are for making various settings and for using the different features of the camera. In this user’s...

Page 39 - Turning the camera on and off; Read the following sections to turn the camera on and off.

- 27 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 At certain times, icons and other indicators appear in the LCD monitor as shown below. For more information, see “Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor” on page 31. T...

Page 41 - button, there are no photos saved in the camera’s memory

- 29 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Note: ❏ If the following appears on the LCD monitor when you turn the camera on, see “Setting the time and date for the first time” on page 22. ❏ If the following ico...

Page 43 - button or slide the; Taking Pictures Using the LCD monitor; Follow these steps to take pictures using the LCD monitor.

- 31 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 To turn the camera back on when the lens is retracted, either press the button or slide the OPEN switch to open the lens cover. Otherwise, slide the OPEN switch to cl...

Page 45 - Setting the flash; Turn on the camera by sliding the

- 33 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Note: For more information on specifying the number of prints, see “Making Print Settings” on page 58. After you are finished taking pictures, you can view the pictur...

Page 47 - Using the optical and digital zoom features

- 35 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Using the optical and digital zoom features You can capture a smaller portion of your subject at a higher magnification using the zoom feature. When taking pictures w...

Page 48 - Using the self timer

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 36 - Note: ❏ You cannot use the digital zoom feature when taking pictures using the viewfinder. ❏ Photos taken using the digital zoom feature take more time to be processed. Using the self time...

Page 49 - icon moves to the left side of

- 37 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Note: You can take pictures using the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor. See “Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder” on page 47. 4. Press the button. The icon move...

Page 50 - Taking close-ups using the macro setting

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 38 - Taking close-ups using the macro setting Use the macro feature for taking close-ups. This setting allows you to take pictures of subjects 30 to 50 centimeters away from the camera. 1. Turn...

Page 51 - Taking pictures against a bright background

- 39 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Note: You cannot use the macro feature when taking pictures using the view finder. Taking pictures against a bright background If the background is excessively bright...

Page 54 - Taking pictures to share over the Internet; 80 pixels, which are ideal for sharing over the Internet

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 42 - Note: You can take pictures using the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor. See “Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder” on page 47. Taking pictures to share over the Internet By default, y...

Page 55 - button

- 43 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Note: You can take pictures using the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor. See “Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder” on page 47. 2. Press the button. The box opens...

Page 56 - Taking pictures in low-light conditions

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 44 - Taking pictures in low-light conditions Follow the steps below for best results in low-light conditions, such as when taking pictures of a nightscape or under insufficient room light. More...

Page 57 - Set the flash function to

- 45 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Note: ❏ If you want to take a picture of a person or persons in a nightscape, set the flash function to (auto) to capture both the images of your subject and the back...

Page 58 - Using the white balance feature; To turn the white balance setting on, follow the steps below.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 46 - Using the white balance feature The EPSON PhotoPC 2100Z adjusts the balance of colors automatically. If you want to make the colors in your photos appear more realistic, use the white bala...

Page 59 - Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder

- 47 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Taking Pictures Using the Viewfinder Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor when taking pictures to save battery power and hold the camera steady while pressin...

Page 61 - print button. To take another picture, press the function

- 49 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 After you take the picture, the LCD monitor comes on momentarily, displaying the picture you just took, and appears on the bottom left of the LCD monitor. At this tim...

Page 63 - Using the optical zoom feature

- 51 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ta king P ic ture s 2 Using the optical zoom feature You can capture a smaller portion of your subject at a higher magnification using the zoom feature. Note: You cannot use the digital zo...

Page 64 - Making other settings; MENU

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PICTURES.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 52 - Making other settings When taking pictures using the viewfinder, you can use many of the same features that are available when taking pictures using the LCD monitor. To use these features,...

Page 65 - Chapter 3; Viewing and Managing Your Photos; Viewing Your Photos on the LCD Monitor; Displaying your photos; button. The last photo you took is displayed

- 53 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey V ie w ing a n d Ma nag ing Yo ur P h o to s 3 Chapter 3 Viewing and Managing Your Photos This chapter explains how to view photos on your camera’s LCD monitor. It also includes explanatio...

Page 66 - Displaying nine photos at once; The indicator light blinks green until the photo is displayed.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 54 - Displaying nine photos at once The PhotoPC 2100Z’s monitor can display nine photos at once. To view nine photos at once, follow the steps below. 2. Press T on the button to see the next ph...

Page 67 - Magnifying photos; To cancel this setting, press the

- 55 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey V ie w ing a n d Ma nag ing Yo ur P h o to s 3 If you make other settings, you can switch back to viewing one photo at a time. Press the button to select the icon, then press the button. M...

Page 68 - Deleting Photos; Deleting individual photos

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 56 - Deleting Photos You can delete one photo or all of the photos at once using the LCD monitor. Deleting individual photos To delete photos saved in your memory card one at a time, follow the...

Page 69 - Deleting all of the photos; To cancel this setting, press the function button under the

- 57 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey V ie w ing a n d Ma nag ing Yo ur P h o to s 3 Deleting all of the photos To delete all of the photos stored on the memory card in your camera at once, follow these steps. 3. Press the fun...

Page 70 - Making Print Settings; To cancel the operation, press the

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 58 - Making Print Settings You can use your PhotoPC 2100Z to make settings that determine how your photos are printed. After you select which photos you want to print, you can make the followin...

Page 71 - Brightness setting

- 59 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey V ie w ing a n d Ma nag ing Yo ur P h o to s 3 The settings for the number of prints are saved in a Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) file on the camera’s memory card. You can apply these ...

Page 73 - Making the print brightness setting; print button once to specify one print for that

- 61 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey V ie w ing a n d Ma nag ing Yo ur P h o to s 3 Making the print brightness setting Use this setting to make your photo to look brighter when it is printed. This setting only affects the qu...

Page 74 - Resetting the number of prints to zero

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 62 - ❏ The brightness of the image on the LCD monitor changes when you change the brightness setting. This approximates the effect the setting will have when printed by a printer that supports ...

Page 75 - Specifying zero prints for individual photos

- 63 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PLAYBACK.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey V ie w ing a n d Ma nag ing Yo ur P h o to s 3 Note: To specify the number of prints for a selected photo, see “Selecting photos and specifying the number of prints” on page 60. Specifying...

Page 77 - Chapter 4; Making Camera Settings; Setting the Time and Date; Changing the time and date setting

- 65 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D MAKESET.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Mak in g Ca me ra Se tt in gs 4 Chapter 4 Making Camera Settings You can change the time and date settings, and specify the order in which date is displayed. See the following sections. Set...

Page 79 - Changing the display order

- 67 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D MAKESET.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Mak in g Ca me ra Se tt in gs 4 Changing the display order You can change the order that the year, month, and day are displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor. Follow the steps below. Note: Th...

Page 81 - Setting the Beep

- 69 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D MAKESET.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Mak in g Ca me ra Se tt in gs 4 Setting the Beep You can choose from three types of beep settings. Make the settings as follows and see the table for descriptions. 1. Slide the OPEN switch ...

Page 83 - Chapter 5; Using Images on Your Computer; System requirements for your computer; System Requirements

- 71 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey U si n g Im ages on Y o u r Co mp u te r 5 Chapter 5 Using Images on Your Computer This chapter explains how to transfer your photos from the camera’s memory card to your computer. The fol...

Page 84 - For Windows

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 72 - For Windows The system requirements for using the PhotoPC 2100Z with Windows are as follows: USB port (TYPE A receptacle) At least 48 MB RAM (64 MB when using EPSON PhotoQuicker) Hard disk...

Page 85 - Included Software; EPSON CameraStarter

- 73 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey U si n g Im ages on Y o u r Co mp u te r 5 Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to OS 9.1 Note: The included software cannot be used with the Multiple Users function of Mac OS 9. Included Software The EPSON...

Page 86 - EPSON CardMonitor; Software for printing your images.; Adobe Acrobat Reader; Software necessary for viewing the included; Installing the Software; To install the necessary software, see the online

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 74 - ❏ EPSON CardMonitor Utility that enables EPSON CameraStarter to start automatically by detecting when the camera is connected to your computer, or when the memory card is inserted into a P...

Page 87 - See the sections below to view these manuals.

- 75 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey U si n g Im ages on Y o u r Co mp u te r 5 Viewing the Software User’s Guides on Your Computer For information on installing and using the included software, view the following user’s guid...

Page 89 - Accessing the EPSON PhotoQuicker User’s Guide; Connecting and Disconnecting the Camera

- 77 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey U si n g Im ages on Y o u r Co mp u te r 5 Accessing the EPSON PhotoQuicker User’s Guide The online EPSON PhotoQuicker User’s Guide is installed automatically when you install the EPSON Ph...

Page 90 - Connecting the camera to your computer

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 78 - Connecting the camera to your computer You can connect your PhotoPC 2100Z to a computer using the USB cable. Before connecting your camera, make sure that the USB driver is installed in yo...

Page 91 - To connect the camera, follow the steps below.

- 79 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey U si n g Im ages on Y o u r Co mp u te r 5 To connect the camera, follow the steps below. 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Plug the cable connector into the USB port on your computer or the po...

Page 93 - EPSON Digital Camera Software User’s Guide

- 81 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey U si n g Im ages on Y o u r Co mp u te r 5 If you have not yet installed the USB driver, a message asking you to locate the driver will appear. If this happens, cancel the operation and di...

Page 94 - Disconnecting the camera from your computer; Disconnecting the camera in Windows Me and 98

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 82 - Disconnecting the camera from your computer After you are finished using the camera with the computer, be sure to disconnect the camera correctly. Follow the steps in the appropriate secti...

Page 95 - button and restart the operation from

- 83 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D COMPUTER.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey U si n g Im ages on Y o u r Co mp u te r 5 2. Click the Stop button. The Stop a Hardware device dialog box appears. 3. Select USB Mass Storage Device , then click the OK button. 4. A confi...

Page 97 - Chapter 6; Camera Options and Accessories; The following topics are included in this chapter.; Using Memory Cards

- 85 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D OPTIONS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ca me ra Op tions an d Ac ces so rie s 6 Chapter 6 Camera Options and Accessories This chapter describes how to use the optional equipment that is available from EPSON to expand the memory ...

Page 98 - Inserting a memory card into your computer; Image Quality Setting

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D OPTIONS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 86 - Note: A memory card must be installed in your PhotoPC 2100Z before you can take pictures. One has been installed in the camera prior to shipment. To install a memory card, see “Installing a...

Page 99 - See “Installing and removing a memory card” on page 16.

- 87 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D OPTIONS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ca me ra Op tions an d Ac ces so rie s 6 To insert the memory card in your computer, follow these steps. 1. If necessary, remove the memory card from the camera. See “Installing and removin...

Page 100 - Copying files directly from the memory card; To copy files to your computer, follow these steps.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D OPTIONS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 88 - Copying files directly from the memory card To copy files to your computer, follow these steps. Note: ❏ When inserting the memory card into a Macintosh using the optional PCMCIA adapter, yo...

Page 101 - Copy the images to the desired folder on your hard drive.; Formatting memory cards

- 89 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D OPTIONS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ca me ra Op tions an d Ac ces so rie s 6 Note: ❏ The PhotoPC 2100Z saves image files in the automatically generated ✽✽✽ EPSON folder, where ✽✽✽ represents any number from 100 to 999. ❏ Phot...

Page 103 - Using Rechargeable Batteries; Keep the following points in mind when using these batteries.

- 91 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D OPTIONS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ca me ra Op tions an d Ac ces so rie s 6 Using Rechargeable Batteries You can use Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (Model EU-24) with your PhotoPC 2100Z, instead of the included four AA (IEC LR...

Page 105 - Using the AC Adapter; ) allows you to connect your

- 93 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D OPTIONS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ca me ra Op tions an d Ac ces so rie s 6 Using the AC Adapter The AC adapter (B867 ✽✽ 1) allows you to connect your PhotoPC 2100Z to a standard electrical outlet. This is especially useful ...

Page 109 - Chapter 7; Maintenance and Troubleshooting; Handling, cleaning, and storing the camera; Maintaining the Camera

- 97 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ma in ten a n ce an d Tr oub lesh o otin g 7 Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The PhotoPC 2100Z is easy to take care of, and most problems can be solved quickly and easily. This chap...

Page 110 - Handling the camera

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 98 - Handling the camera Keep the following points in mind when handling the camera. ❏ To avoid damaging the optics of the camera, do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods of...

Page 111 - Storing the camera; Maintaining the Batteries; Cleaning the batteries

- 99 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ma in ten a n ce an d Tr oub lesh o otin g 7 Storing the camera If you are not planning to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them at a low temperature i...

Page 112 - Storing the batteries

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 100 - To prevent this kind of power loss, keep the contact points ( and ) on the batteries and inside the battery cover clean. When necessary, wipe them with a soft, dry cloth. If you are using a ...

Page 113 - Disposing of batteries

- 101 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ma in ten a n ce an d Tr oub lesh o otin g 7 w Warning: ❏ Do not store batteries together with metal objects, which could short-circuit the batteries. ❏ Avoid storing batteries in extremely ...

Page 114 - Problems and Solutions; Camera problems; Error and status icons

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 102 - Problems and Solutions Refer to this list of problems and possible solutions before calling your dealer for help. Camera problems The following are problems that you may encounter while usin...

Page 116 - The camera has no power.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 104 - The camera has no power. The camera may have shut off automatically to save power. To turn the power back on, press the button, or slide the OPEN switch to turn the camera off and then turn ...

Page 117 - The camera takes too long to take a picture.; Make sure that your flash is not set to

- 105 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ma in ten a n ce an d Tr oub lesh o otin g 7 The camera may be connected to your computer. When it is connected, you can use only the button. For more information, see “Connecting and Discon...

Page 118 - Nothing appears on the LCD monitor.; The LCD monitor is turned off. Press the; The image on the LCD monitor is not visible at all.; Make sure that the LCD monitor is turned on. Press the

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 106 - Nothing appears on the LCD monitor. Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly. See “Installing the batteries” on page 19. Also, make sure that you are using appropriate batteries ...

Page 120 - Picture problems

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 108 - Even after you take a picture, the number on the LCD monitor stays the same. This number shows how many more pictures you can take. The number may not change, depending on the image quality ...

Page 121 - Your picture is blurry or out of focus.

- 109 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ma in ten a n ce an d Tr oub lesh o otin g 7 If the image on the LCD monitor and computer screen are different, check the gamma correction and color correction settings. Try a different comb...

Page 122 - Part of your picture is missing.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 110 - When you use the built-in flash, make sure that you are within the effective flash range of 50 to 320 centimeters for a wide-angle shot, and 50 to 230 centimeters for a telephoto shot. When ...

Page 123 - The color in your photos does not look right.; Take care to look straight through the viewfinder.

- 111 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D TRBLE.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Ma in ten a n ce an d Tr oub lesh o otin g 7 The color in your photos does not look right. When you take pictures under certain artificial lighting conditions, the colors may be slightly dis...

Page 125 - Appendix A; Specifications; Camera; Physical dimensions; Width

- 113 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Specif icat ions A Appendix A Specifications Camera Model G871A Physical dimensions Width 130 mm(The width including the strap protrusion is 146 mm) Height 73 mm Depth 46.7 mm Weight 265 g(wi...

Page 126 - Product type

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 114 - Product type Type Digital still AF camera with LCD monitor CCD 1/2.6 inch color area CCD (2.18 megapixels – effective picture element) Zoom Optical × 2 zoom Digital × 2.5 zoom LCD monitor 1.6...

Page 127 - Recorded image; Data types

- 115 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Specif icat ions A Recorded image Data types JPEG image following Exif Ver.2.1 and recorded based on The Design rule for camera file system(16 million colors, 24 bit) Note: Exif is a standard...

Page 128 - Optical

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 116 - Optical Lens f = 5.6 - 11.2 mm (equivalent to a 35 - 70 mm lens on a 35 mm camera)F3.3 (5.6 mm) - F4.5 (11.2 mm) Focal length(AF area) 0.5 m to infinity0.3 to 0.5 m (macro mode) Focus Auto fo...

Page 129 - Functional; Photo processing time in seconds (approximate)

- 117 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Specif icat ions A Built-in flash range Functional Photo processing time in seconds (approximate) Flash Built-in automatic luminance control flash Flash modes Automatic, flash off, red-eye re...

Page 130 - Interface; Sources

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 118 - Interface Power Sources DC 1.5 V × 4 (6 V) When using the included alkaline batteries. DC 1.2 V × 4 (4.8 V) When using Ni-MH batteries (model EU-24) DC 7.0 VWhen using the optional AC adapter...

Page 131 - Optional Battery Charger

- 119 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Specif icat ions A Optional Battery Charger Model EU-38 Input AC 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz Output DC 1.2 V 490 mA × 4 Compatible batteries EPSON Ni-MH Batteries (Model EU-24) Charging time Max....

Page 132 - PCMCIA Adapter

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 120 - Optional Battery Model EU-24 PCMCIA Adapter Type name Cylindrical sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride rechargeable battery Type SBA HR6 IEC HR15/51 Size AA / IEC LR6 compatible Ratings DC 1.2 V Tempe...

Page 133 - Optional AC Adapter; Input

- 121 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SPEC.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Specif icat ions A Optional AC Adapter Model EU-40 Input AC 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz Output DC 7.0 V, 2.0 A Power consumption Max. 0.4 A, 19 W Physical Dimensions: WidthHeightDepthWeight 43 mm...

Page 135 - Appendix B; When Taking Pictures; appears on the bottom right of the

- 123 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Icon s Tha t App e ar on the LC D Mo n ito r B Appendix B Icons That Appear on the LCD Monitor A variety of icons appear on the LCD monitor at different times to help you use your camera,...

Page 136 - With the tool box open

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 124 - With the tool box open Shows the approximate amount of remaining battery power. For using the self timer. See page 36. For using the macro feature to take close-ups. See page 38. For taki...

Page 137 - With the bag open

- 125 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Icon s Tha t App e ar on the LC D Mo n ito r B With the bag open When using the zoom feature Shows the approximate amount of remaining battery power. For making HyPict resolution setting....

Page 138 - When Viewing Photos; appears on the button right of the

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 126 - When specifying the amount of prints after taking a picture When Viewing Photos When you turn the camera on to view photos with the LCD monitor, a tool box appears on the button right of ...

Page 140 - When magnifying a photo

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 128 - When magnifying a photo When there are no photos in the memory card Shows which part of the photo is displayed. See page 55. Shows the approximate amount of remaining battery power. To qu...

Page 141 - When specifying the amount of prints

- 129 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Icon s Tha t App e ar on the LC D Mo n ito r B When specifying the amount of prints Number of prints specified for the currently selected photo. Total number of prints to be made. The num...

Page 142 - When selecting zero prints

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 130 - When selecting zero prints Shows the approximate amount of remaining battery power. For specifying zero prints of the displayed photo. See page 62. For making the print brightness setting...

Page 143 - When Making Camera Settings; Camera setting menu

- 131 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Icon s Tha t App e ar on the LC D Mo n ito r B When Making Camera Settings See the following sections for brief explanations of the icons that appear on the LCD monitor when you make date...

Page 144 - When setting the date and time

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 132 - When setting the date and time When formatting the memory card To go back to the previous screen. See page 65. For increasing the value of selected item. See page 65. For decreasing the v...

Page 145 - Status and Error Icons

- 133 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D SETTINGS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Icon s Tha t App e ar on the LC D Mo n ito r B Status and Error Icons See the following sections for brief explanations of icons that appear on the LCD monitor to tell you the camera’s st...

Page 147 - Glossary; application; An application which allows users to view HTML documents.; default

- 135 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D GLOSS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Glossary application A software program that helps you carry out a particular task, such as word processing, image editing, or financial planning. bit Short for binary digit. The smallest un...

Page 148 - The amount of light the camera captures when a photo is taken.

R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D GLOSS.FM A6 size L Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey - 136 - exposure The amount of light the camera captures when a photo is taken. image Data representing a two-dimensional scene. A digital image is composed of pixels arranged in a rectangular array...

Page 149 - An indication of how finely an image is resolved into pixels. See; thumbnails; Small representations of images.; white balance

- 137 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D GLOSS.FM A6 size Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey PRINT Image Matching A new standard that allows digital cameras to record special information about the photos it takes and relay that information seamlessly to a printer compatible with thi...

Page 151 - Index

- 139 - R R4C7770User’s GuideRev. D PPC2100Z.IXA6 size7/17/01 Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey Index A AC adapter , 3 connector , 13 specifications , 121 AC power cord , 12 Activating the shutter , 32 Auto shut-off , 30 B Batteries checking , 21 disposing of , 101 handling , ...

Page 155 - EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS

R R4C7770User’s Guide MARKET.FM A6 size 7/17/01 Proof Sign-off:K. Pipa DAI M. TakataK. PipaDAI K. Ramsey 2001 January EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport WayLong Beach, CA 90806Phone: (562) 981-3840Fax: (562) 290-5220 EPSON UK LTD. Campus 100, Maylands Avenue,H...