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frontmat.fm Page ii Monday, October 6, 1997 11:47 AM IMPORTANT NOTICE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.
FCC.fm Page 1 Monday, October 6, 1997 8:46 AM FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Intro.fm Page 1 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:48 AM Introduction our new EPSON PhotoPC™ 550 is a high-quality, easy-to-use digital camera. PhotoPC 550 captures brilliant pictures in 24-bit color at true VGA resolution (640 × 480 pixels). Your PhotoPC 550 comes complete with a cable, batteries, software, and utilities for downloading, editing, organizing, and printing your pictures. You can even expand the camera’s capacity with optional 3.3V SSFDC (solid state floppy disc card) or SmartMedia storage cards.
Intro.fm Page 2 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:48 AM PhotoPC 550 Features PhotoPC 550 comes with everything you need to capture digital images and includes the following: Your camera comes with the PhotoPC 550 software suite, which includes the following applications: ◗ Sierra Imaging Image Expert™ software for transferring, organizing, editing, and printing your pictures. You can also use it to play back your recorded messages and record new messages for your pictures.
Intro.fm Page 3 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:48 AM System Requirements Where To Get Help To transfer pictures and sounds to your computer and edit them, make sure your system meets these minimum requirements: EPSON provides customer support through the following services: ◗ IBM-compatible PC with 486/66 or higher processor ◗ Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 3.1 or later, Windows for Workgroups 3.11 or later, or Windows NT 3.
Intro.fm Page 4 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:48 AM Automated telephone services Service Access EPSON SoundAdvice For pre-recorded answers to commonly asked questions about EPSON products 24 hours a day, seven days a week, call (800) 442-2110. EPSON FaxAdvice EPSON Referral Service Access EPSON’s technical information library by calling (800) 442-2110. You must provide a return fax number to use this service. For the location of your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller call (800) 442-2110.
Intro.fm Page 5 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:48 AM ◗ To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the camera’s cover or open any of the compartments except as instructed in this User’s Guide. ◗ To prevent fire or electric shock, do not insert objects into any openings in the camera. ◗ Use only the types of power sources listed in this User’s Guide.
Intro.fm Page 6 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:48 AM ◗ Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. ◗ Do not attempt to service the camera yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. ◗ If the liquid crystal solution contained in the display panel leaks out and gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
start.fm Page 1 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM 1 Getting Started T camera hand strap batteries his chapter helps you get ready to use your new PhotoPC 550. It covers the following: ◗ Unpacking your PhotoPC 550 ◗ Identifying camera parts ◗ Using batteries ◗ Using the optional AC adapter ◗ Attaching the hand strap ◗ Installing your PhotoPC 550 software Unpacking Your PhotoPC 550 software PhotoPC 550 cable Your PhotoPC 550 includes all the parts shown to the left.
start.fm Page 2 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM Identifying Camera Parts shutter button viewfinder display panel viewfinder timer light microphone status light storage card slot cover lens cover connector cover lens hand strap holder macro on/off switch TITLE BACK.e EPSON AMERICA, INC. TITLE front view (lens cover is open) ONOFF-2.eps EPSON AMERICA, INC.
start.fm Page 3 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM display panel image quality button Using Batteries voice recording button shutter button The instructions in the following sections tell you how to install and handle batteries. Installing Batteries S-Hi / Hi / S VOICE ERASE SELF TIMER erase button timer button Before you install the batteries, make sure the camera is turned off (the lens cover is closed, see “Turning the Camera On and Off” on page 2-2).
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start.fm Page 5 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM ◗ Replace all three batteries at the same time. ◗ If you use rechargeable NiCd batteries, replace them with three fully charged batteries. If you find that your batteries run out faster after you recharge them a number of times, make sure you discharge them completely before recharging. ◗ If the rechargeable batteries are charged in a hot environment, or if they are charged repeatedly without being fully discharged, they will wear out more quickly.
start.fm Page 6 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM WARNING 2 Plug the adapter cable into the DC port on the camera. 3 Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. Use only the adapter designed for the PhotoPC 550. Using any other adapter may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury. Do not alter the plug on the power cable, and do not use the adapter for any other purpose than powering your PhotoPC 550. To avoid losing any images or settings, make sure the camera has finished processing the images.
start.fm Page 7 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM Attaching the Hand Strap To attach the hand strap, loop the strap around the holder on the bottom of the camera as shown below. You may need to use the point of paper clip or similar object to push the strap through the holder. Installing Your PhotoPC 550 Software PhotoPC 550 comes with everything you need to transfer your pictures from the camera to your computer, organize and enhance your images, and insert them into documents.
start.fm Page 8 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM Installing for Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 Installing for Windows 3.1x or Windows NT 3.51 Follow these steps: Follow these steps: 1 1 Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. 2 In the Program Manager, select Run from the File menu. 3 Type D:\SETUP. If your CD-ROM drive is not drive D, substitute the correct letter. 4 Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen. Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. The install program starts automatically.
start.fm Page 9 Monday, October 6, 1997 11:50 AM Making Software Installation Diskettes If you don’t have a CD-ROM drive on your computer, you can create Image Expert installation diskettes from the CD-ROM using another computer that has a CD-ROM drive. Before you start, make sure you have five blank, formatted diskettes for Windows 3.1 or eight for Windows 95 and Windows NT. Then follow these steps: 1 Use the Windows Explorer (or File Manager) to access your CD-ROM drive.
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takepix.fm Page 1 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM 2 Taking Pictures T aking pictures with PhotoPC 550 is similar to using a traditional “point and shoot” camera.
takepix.fm Page 2 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM Turning the Camera On and Off Saving Power With Auto Shut-off Before you can take pictures with PhotoPC 550, you need to turn on the camera and check the display panel. It’s important to be aware of the camera’s power-saving features and the status of your batteries. If you wait more than 60 seconds before taking a picture, the camera turns off automatically to save battery power.
takepix.fm Page 3 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM Checking the Battery Before you take pictures, check the battery icon on the control panel. The icon shows how much battery power you have left, in the following stages. Full battery power (or AC adapter in use) to Battery power is decreasing Battery power low (time to buy new batteries) Battery power is almost out Change batteries The battery icon flashes when your battery power is completely out.
takepix.fm Page 4 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM Setting Image Quality PhotoPC 550 has three image quality (resolution) settings: Standard, High, and Super High. Press the image quality button on top of the camera to cycle from one setting to the other. The image quality icons (shown below) appear on the display panel. Super High (S-Hi) Produces color images at 640 × 480 pixels with low compression. The camera holds at least 6 snapshot size (approximately 3.3 × 4.4 inches [83.8 × 111.
takepix.fm Page 5 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM Taking a Picture NOTE Follow these steps to take a picture: Remember that the camera shuts off automatically after 1 2 60 seconds. To turn the camera back on, close the lens Make sure you are at least 23.6 inches (60 cm) away from your subject. Turn the camera on and wait until the status light turns green. cover and then open it or press the shutter button halfway down.
takepix.fm Page 6 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM 5 Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to take the picture. Hold the camera still until it beeps and the status light starts flashing red. The flashing red light indicates that the camera has captured the image and is processing it. Processing takes approximately eight seconds. CAUTION If you set the camera down while it is processing a picture, make sure you handle it carefully. The camera may lose your image if you set it down too hard.
takepix.fm Page 7 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM 2 Hold the camera 4 to 6 inches (10.2 to 15.2 cm) away and speak into the microphone. You can record a message up to six seconds long. When the recording time is up, the camera beeps twice. After you record your message, the picture counter decreases by one. The message is “attached” to the last picture taken. Each message uses the same amount of memory as a highresolution picture and is stored as a .wav file.
takepix.fm Page 8 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM 3 The macro icon appears on the display panel. To turn off macro mode, slide the macro switch to the left. The macro icon disappears from the display panel. Taking Pictures in Low Light Conditions macro icon 4 5 Center the image in the viewfinder and press the shutter button to capture it. macro crop marks actual image area captured You can use PhotoPC 550 in most indoor or low light settings.
takepix.fm Page 9 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM Taking Pictures With the Self Timer 4 Setting the timer adds about a 10-second delay between the time you press the shutter button and the time the picture is taken. This allows you to take a picture of yourself. The camera beeps when the image is captured. The status light continues to flash red as PhotoPC 550 processes the image. When the status light stops flashing and turns green, you can take another picture.
takepix.fm Page 10 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:38 PM 2 Find the opening for the tripod screw on the bottom of your camera. Carefully place the camera on the tripod. Screw the camera on until it is firmly in place. tripod socket NOTE You cannot erase a message only. You must erase both the message and the picture. To erase the last picture taken, down the ERASE button for two seconds until you see the erase icon on the display panel. TIP Be sure to press the indentation in the center of the ERASE button.
computer.fm Page 1 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM 3 Getting Pictures Into Your Computer W hen you’re finished taking pictures, you can connect the camera to your computer and download the images. If you’re using Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0, you can use the Camio™ Viewer to drag a picture directly from the camera and drop it into your project. Then you can add the pictures to your letters, presentations, or just about anything you create on your computer.
computer.fm Page 2 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM Connecting the Camera 2 Note the following before you start: ◗ If you have the optional AC adapter, you can conserve battery life by using it when you connect the camera to your computer. See page 1-5 for instructions. ◗ The camera’s auto shut-off feature takes place after 5 minutes of inactivity when the camera is connected to your computer. (If you are using the optional AC adapter, the camera remains on.
computer.fm Page 3 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM 4 Open the connector cover on the side of the camera. 6 Turn on the camera and your computer. The connect icon appears on the display panel. connect icon Getting Images and Sounds With the Camio Viewer 5 Insert the other end of the cable into the camera’s serial port. PhotoPC 550 provides several different ways to transfer your pictures from the camera to your computer. The Camio Viewer, which runs only under Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.
computer.fm Page 4 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM First you need to connect the camera to your computer as described in the previous section. Then follow these steps: 1 Double-click the camera icon your Windows 95 Taskbar. 2 Choose one of the following options: ◗ on the right end of View images in the Camera Displays a filmstrip of your pictures. You can then select an image to drag and drop into a document or presentation.
computer.fm Page 5 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM NOTE Dragging and dropping an image with the Camio Viewer works only with OLE 2.0-compliant applications running under Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0. You cannot drag and drop sound into your document. 3 Dragging and Dropping a Picture Into a Document Follow these steps if you chose View images in the Camera: 1 Click OK.
computer.fm Page 6 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM 3 Click the picture you want to use. Without releasing the mouse button, drag the picture to your document. When your pointer is over the location where you want the picture to appear, release the mouse button. The picture is downloaded from the camera, and it appears in your document. If you want to edit or modify the picture, just doubleclick it to bring up the Image Expert menus and toolbar.
computer.fm Page 7 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM 2 Click on any of the topics for an animated demonstration of what you can do with PhotoPC 550 and Image Expert. 3 To skip the tour and download your pictures and sound, click Close. You see a window like the following: Click View Pictures in the Camera. You see a window displaying “filmstrips” of your images. (If you see an error message instead, follow the instructions on page 3-9.) Click to start downloading your pictures.
computer.fm Page 8 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM You see a Select Album window like the following: 5 Type here if you want to rename your album. Click Open to begin transferring your pictures. A window like the following appears to show you the progress of each image. download status of current picture download status of all pictures selected Click if you want to stop transferring images. Image Expert will automatically create an album (folder) for your pictures with the current date as its name.
computer.fm Page 9 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM 7 If you want to make room for more pictures in your camera, click Yes. Your pictures are displayed in an album of thumbnails. You can double-click an image to open it in Image Expert. You can display your images one by one; edit, print, and copy them to diskettes; or place them in your documents and presentations. See the following chapters for instructions. You can also use the Help menu for more information.
computer.fm Page 10 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM 5 Select another port if necessary. In most cases, it is best to leave the Port setting at Auto because Image Expert can detect the camera connection automatically. If you have a serial device connected to one port and an internal modem on the other, you can try setting the Port to COM3 or COM4. 6 7 Select a slower speed.
computer.fm Page 11 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM 4 5 From the File menu, choose Import, then TWAIN_32 (or Acquire, then TWAIN_32 Acquire). The PhotoPC 550 Twain Driver window appears, with “thumbnail” images of your pictures, as shown below. (If you do not see the Twain Driver window, it may be in the background. Minimize your application window to see the Twain Driver window. If you see a message that says The camera is not responding, see the following section.) Click to transfer your picture(s).
computer.fm Page 12 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:39 PM Follow these steps to fix your camera connection: 1 Make sure the camera is turned on and has not shut off automatically. If it has, turn it off and then back on again by closing and opening the lens cover. 2 Check the cable and make sure the connections to the camera and computer are secure. 3 Make sure your batteries have enough power, or your AC adapter is connected. 4 Click Test Connection. If you see the same screen, continue with step 5.
intodocs.fm Page 1 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:22 PM 4 Getting Pictures Into Your Documents P hotoPC 550 provides several methods for getting your pictures into presentations, letters, and other projects. You can drag and drop a picture from an Image Expert album into a document or presentation. You can also import an image into your application, or copy and paste it. This chapter describes the following: ◗ Importing images into documents ◗ Using drag and drop from an album (Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.
intodocs.fm Page 2 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:22 PM NOTE Although most of the instructions and illustrations in this chapter Follow these steps: 1 Start Image Expert as described in Chapter 3. 2 Click View Pictures from an Existing Album. apply to Windows 95, you can follow the same steps on a different version of Windows. Or, from the Image Expert screen, click the or select Open Album from Open Album button the File menu. You see a dialog box like the following.
intodocs.fm Page 3 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:22 PM 4 Start your word processor or other application. 8 5 Open the document where you want to use the picture. You should have both the Image Expert album and the document displayed on your screen, as shown: If you want to edit or modify the picture, just double-click on it to bring up the Image Expert menus and toolbar. Release the mouse button. The picture appears in your project or document.
intodocs.fm Page 4 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:22 PM 3 Select the point where you want to place your picture. 4 Select Picture from the Insert menu. (In some applications you may need to select a different command, such as Import Picture, which is usually in the File menu.) 6 Click OK (or Insert, Import, or whatever command your application uses) to insert your picture. The picture appears in your document.
intodocs.fm Page 5 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:22 PM Getting Images With Copy and Paste 2 Open the image you want to convert. You can use this method to place a picture in just about any type of document or project. Follow these steps: 3 From the File menu, select Save As. The Save As dialog box appears: 1 Open your picture in Image Expert. 2 Click the Copy button or select Copy from the Edit menu. 3 Start your word processor or other application.
intodocs.fm Page 6 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:22 PM 5 6 Select the file type from the pull-down menu. You can choose any of the following formats: ◗ JPEG ◗ Bitmap (BMP) ◗ TIFF ◗ Targa (TGA) ◗ PC Paintbrush (PCX) Click Save.
albums.fm Page 1 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM 5 Working With Pictures and Sounds in Albums Y ou can use Image Expert albums to organize your pictures and display or print them in various ways. You can also copy an album to diskette, and use your own pictures as your screen saver or desktop wallpaper. If your computer is configured for sound, you can listen to the messages you recorded with PhotoPC 550 or record new messages. You may even be able to e-mail a picture directly from Image Expert.
albums.fm Page 2 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM Using Albums Organizing Pictures in Albums Image Expert albums provide a convenient way to access and view your pictures. Although Image Expert initially sorts your pictures by date, you can easily drag and drop images between albums to organize them by subject matter or in any way you want. Click here to change a picture’s name.
albums.fm Page 3 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM 2 3 Select the image or images you want to move or copy. Hold down the Ctrl or Shift key to select multiple images. To copy images, click inside one of the selected images and hold down the mouse button. To move images, click inside one of the selected images, hold down the mouse button, and hold down the Shift key. 4 While holding down the mouse (and Shift key), drag the image(s) to the other album until it is highlighted.
albums.fm Page 4 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM 3 Click the Camera Settings tab to display information like the following: Printing an Image You can print your picture actual size or enlarged, and add a title or footer to the page. Follow these steps: 1 Open the image you want to print. 2 Click the Page Setup button Setup from the file menu.
albums.fm Page 5 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM 3 Set any of the following options and click OK: ◗ Click Actual Size to keep your picture the same size or click Fit to Page to stretch your picture to fill the page. NOTE If you click Fit to Page, your picture loses detail because it is being enlarged. ◗ 4 Type in a title for the top of the page. Click the Font button to change the font properties. ◗ Choose what you want to appear at the bottom of the page from the Page Footer list.
albums.fm Page 6 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM 3 Set any of the following options and click OK: Playing Back Sounds ◗ When you open an image that has audio attached to it (indicated by a musical note), the audio clip automatically plays if your system is configured for sound. Choose Print Contact Sheet or Print Images. For a Contact Sheet, Image Expert prints your pictures at thumbnail size and fits as many as possible on the page.
albums.fm Page 7 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM Follow these steps to see a sound wave of your audio clip: Changing the Volume 1 Select an image that has an audio clip. 2 Click the Audio Edit button , or choose Edit from the Audio menu. The sound wave window opens. To change the volume of your audio play back, you can access the audio controls of your system by double clicking the sound icon on the right end of your Windows 95 Taskbar. The Volume Control dialog box appears.
albums.fm Page 8 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM To change the playback or recording volume, right click the sound icon . The Audio Properties dialog box opens: If you want to add sound to your downloaded images, see the following sections. Adding and Modifying Sounds in a Downloaded Image After you download your image, you can add an audio clip to it. You can also edit, erase, or add to an existing message.
albums.fm Page 9 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:41 PM 3 Click your mouse and drag the cursor over the section you want to cut or copy. The selected section is highlighted. Recording New Sounds You can add sounds to an image that doesn’t have it or you can add sounds to an existing audio image. Follow the steps below. NOTE Your computer must have a microphone and 16-bit sound card to add sounds to a downloaded image. 4 Select Cut or Copy from the Edit menu.
albums.fm Page 10 Wednesday, October 8, 1997 4:26 PM 3 4 Select the option you want: Deleting Sounds ◗ To delete an audio clip, follow these steps: To add sound to an image that doesn’t have sound or to replace the current sound, choose Record New. ◗ To add additional sound to an existing audio clip, choose Record Additional. ◗ To end your recording, choose Stop. ◗ To listen to your new recording, choose Play New. ◗ To listen to your original recording, choose Play Original.
albums.fm Page 11 Wednesday, October 8, 1997 4:26 PM Displaying Albums as Slide Shows When you display an album as a slide show, you can have it play automatically with various transition effects between images. Follow these steps: 1 Open your album. 2 Click the Slide Show button or select Slide Show from the View menu. To hear the audio for a selected image, click the Play Audio button (this option is not available if the slide show is currently running).
albums.fm Page 12 Wednesday, October 8, 1997 4:26 PM 5 6 Set any of the following options and click OK: Copying to Diskette ◗ To stretch your pictures across the whole screen, click Fit to Screen. ◗ To change the display period for each picture, change the number in the Seconds Between Pictures box. ◗ If you are using Windows 95 or Windows NT, you can copy whole albums or individual images with sound to diskettes.
albums.fm Page 13 Wednesday, October 8, 1997 4:26 PM 4 Select Save to Floppy from the File menu. You see the following dialog box: NOTE If your album is too large for one diskette, you can copy it to multiple diskettes. When you copy the files to another computer, the album will be in one piece again. You can also use Zip™ disks or other large-format storage media. Make sure your diskette is not write-protected before you try to copy.
albums.fm Page 14 Wednesday, October 8, 1997 4:26 PM Using an Album as a Screen Saver Setting an Image as Wallpaper It’s easy to make your own screen saver with your favorite pictures. This option is available only if you are using Windows 95 or Windows NT. Follow these steps: You can use one of your own pictures as the background for your desktop. This option is available only if you are using Windows 95 or Windows NT. Follow these steps: 1 Open the album you want to use.
albums.fm Page 15 Wednesday, October 8, 1997 4:26 PM 4 If you want the image to be stretched across the whole screen, click Resize to fit screen. 5 Click Yes. (If you change your mind, click Remove Wallpaper.) Before you start, make sure your modem and Internet service are working correctly and your e-mail application is configured. Then follow these steps: 1 Select or open the image(s) you want to send. Some e-mail systems may limit the number of images you can send in a single message.
albums.fm Page 16 Wednesday, October 8, 1997 4:26 PM 4 Click OK. Your e-mail application opens, and the images you selected appear as attachments. 5 Type the e-mail address where you’re sending the picture(s). You can also type in a subject heading and message if you want. 6 When your e-mail is ready, click whatever button your application uses to send. The picture(s) are mailed, your e-mail application closes, and Image Expert becomes active again.
edit.fm Page 1 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM 6 Editing Images Y ou can edit your images to enhance their appearance; crop, rotate, and resize them; or create special effects.
edit.fm Page 2 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM Viewing and Selecting ◗ When your image is displayed in an album, you can rotate it or do a quick fix. However, to use any other editing features, you need to open the image by double-clicking it or selecting Open Image from the File menu. Use one of the three selection tools to isolate a part of your image before you edit it. Click the tool, then click and drag on your image to select the portion you want to work on.
edit.fm Page 3 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM Correcting To fine-tune an image, click the Corrections tool or choose Corrections from the Image menu. You see a dialog box like the following: Click and drag to adjust the division between the original and edited preview. Click the tabs at the top of the screen to make these kinds of corrections: ◗ Brightness and Contrast For adjusting the amount of light in your image and the difference between light and dark areas.
edit.fm Page 4 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM The preview window shows your image with the original view on the left and the corrected image on the right. If you want to adjust the division between the original and edited image, click and drag the triangle below the image. You can also zoom in on your image to see more detail. ◗ Click Apply to make your changes on the current “tab.” Your edited image becomes your new original and the slide indicators move to the center of the range.
edit.fm Page 5 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM Resizing and Changing Resolution You can resize your image in two ways: changing the printed size, or changing the image size in pixels. You can also change the resolution or image quality. Click the tab if you want to change the image size in pixels. You see a dialog box like the following: Choose Resize from the Image menu. You see a dialog box like the following: These settings work together: if you change one, the others also change.
edit.fm Page 6 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM Rotating A rectangular outline of your image and an arrow appear, as shown: You can click the Rotate tool to quickly rotate a picture to the right. (If you rotate an image displayed in an album, you can’t undo it.) For more options, select Rotate from the Image menu.
edit.fm Page 7 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM Flipping Click the tabs at the top of the screen to add these effects: You can reverse your image by selecting Flip Horizontal from the Image menu. This is useful for printing iron-on transfers. Select Flip Vertical to turn your image upside down. ◗ Ripples For an underwater effect. You can create whirlpool effects or just a slight distortion. ◗ Glass blocks You can change the number and size of the blocks.
edit.fm Page 8 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:42 PM The preview window shows your image with the original view on the left and the distorted image on the right. If you want to adjust the division between the original and filtered image, click and drag the triangle below the image. You can also zoom in on your image to see more detail. ◗ Click Apply to make your changes on the current “tab.” Your distorted image becomes your new original and the slide indicators move to the center of the range.
custom.fm Page 1 Monday, October 6, 1997 1:33 PM 7 Managing the Camera From the Computer W hen the camera is connected to your computer, you can take pictures with a live preview on your computer screen to help you frame each shot. You can also set the camera’s clock.
custom.fm Page 2 Monday, October 6, 1997 1:33 PM 3 Turn on both your camera and your computer system. 4 Start Image Expert as described on page 3-6. 5 Click the Camera Controls button Controls from the Camera menu. NOTE The camera’s auto shut-off feature takes place after 5 minutes of inactivity when the camera is connected to or choose your computer and you are not using the optional AC adapter. To turn the camera back on, close the lens cover and then open it again.
custom.fm Page 3 Monday, October 6, 1997 1:33 PM NOTE Using the Self Timer operate these features through your computer. You can use this feature to have your computer take a picture automatically, after a delay period that you can set. This allows you to take self-portraits and other special shots. The only feature you can control through the camera is Follow these steps: When the camera is connected to your computer, you can’t use the shutter or control buttons on the camera. You must macro mode.
custom.fm Page 4 Monday, October 6, 1997 1:33 PM Setting the Shutter Speed Most of the time, PhotoPC 550 adjusts the shutter speed automatically. However, when you take pictures from your computer, you can adjust the speed manually. This lets you use special lighting effects and even take “stop-action” pictures. On the Camera Controls window, click the arrow and select the speed you want from the pull-down list.
custom.fm Page 5 Monday, October 6, 1997 1:33 PM 4 Click the Camera Setup button to display the Camera Setup dialog box: ◗ Enter new values in either of the Power Down Time boxes if you want to change the camera’s automatic shut-off period. ◗ If you want to adjust your port settings, click the Camera Connection button. You see the Connection dialog box: ◗ ◗ ◗ Enter a new Camera ID if you want to change the default.
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cards.fm Page 1 Monday, October 6, 1997 12:52 PM 8 Using SmartMedia Cards Y ou can use 3.3V SSFDC or SmartMedia removable storage cards (2MB and up) to increase the storage capacity of your PhotoPC 550 camera. They are easy to install and remove, and you can easily download the images to your computer.
cards.fm Page 2 Monday, October 6, 1997 12:52 PM Installing a Storage Card 2 Insert the card all the way into the storage card slot. 3 Close the storage card slot cover. 4 Turn the camera on. The card icon and the number of pictures you can store in the storage card appears on the camera’s display panel. Before you start, make sure the camera is turned off. Then follow these steps: 1 Open the storage card slot cover on the side of the camera.
cards.fm Page 3 Monday, October 6, 1997 12:52 PM NOTE CAUTION When a storage card is installed, you may notice a delay between Never remove the card while the camera is accessing it. Data in the time you press the shutter button and when the camera the card may be lost or damaged. Avoid using or storing the card beeps. To avoid blurring, hold the camera still until it beeps. in dusty places, in direct sunlight, or in hot or humid places.
cards.fm Page 4 Monday, October 6, 1997 12:52 PM Using a PCMCIA Adapter 2 Insert the adapter into your computer’s PCMCIA slot. To use the PCMCIA adapter, your computer must have a PCMCIA slot. Refer to the instructions that came with your adapter or follow these steps to use an adapter: 1 Insert the storage card all the way into the adapter, as shown below: To remove the storage card from the adapter, press the eject tab at the end of the card.
cards.fm Page 5 Monday, October 6, 1997 12:52 PM Transferring Pictures NOTE Once the adapter and card are installed in your computer’s PCMCIA slot, you can transfer pictures by simply copying them to your hard drive. This is the fastest way to get pictures into your computer. Be sure to press the indentation in the center of the ERASE ◗ In Windows 95, use My Computer or the Windows Explorer to drag and drop image files to your hard drive. Technical Support Department at (800) 4-SIMPLE.
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maintrb.fm Page 1 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:43 PM 9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Y our PhotoPC 550 camera is easy to take care of, and any problems you may have are easy to solve. This chapter includes the following sections: ◗ Cleaning the camera ◗ Storing the camera ◗ Solving camera problems ◗ Solving picture problems ◗ Solving sound problems Cleaning the Camera ◗ Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe the camera free of dust. ◗ Don’t use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
maintrb.fm Page 2 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:43 PM ◗ ◗ Avoid sudden temperature changes, which can cause moisture to condense on the camera. Keep the camera in a case or bag if you need to move it from a cold environment to a warm one. Allow time for the camera and its optional accessories to adjust to temperature changes before using them. Solving Camera Problems ◗ Make sure the lens cover is open all the way.
maintrb.fm Page 3 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:43 PM ◗ The camera may be connected to your computer. When it’s connected, you can’t use any of the controls on the camera itself. See Chapter 7 for instructions on taking pictures from your computer. The “pictures remaining” number on the display panel doesn’t decrease after you take a picture or record a message. ◗ Your camera is operating correctly. The total number of pictures you can store depends on your pictures’ content and messages’ length.
maintrb.fm Page 4 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:43 PM You are unable to drag and drop pictures into a document. ◗ If you’re using Windows 3.1, this method of getting pictures into your documents may not be reliable. Try inserting, importing or using copy and paste. ◗ If you are using Excel or PowerPoint, you may need to upgrade the version of your software. ◗ If your system has less than 16MB RAM, you may not be able to use drag and drop. Make sure you don’t run too many applications at the same time.
maintrb.fm Page 5 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:43 PM Your notebook computer can’t access a SmartMedia storage card. ◗ If you’re using an IBM Thinkpad,® you need to adjust the configuration of your PCMCIA port. Change the Global Settings to Auto. For more information, contact the manufacturer of your notebook computer. Solving Picture Problems If you’re not satisfied with some of the pictures you get from the PhotoPC 550, you may need to adjust some of the camera settings. Read the suggestions below.
maintrb.fm Page 6 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:43 PM ◗ Make sure you hold the camera steady and your subject isn’t moving. ◗ In low lighting conditions, try using a tripod to hold the camera steady. See page 2-9 for instructions. ◗ If you want to take a picture of a moving subject, you can increase the shutter speed while the camera is connected to your computer. For more information, see Chapter 7. Your picture is too light (overexposed).
maintrb.fm Page 7 Friday, October 10, 1997 2:43 PM Your pictures don’t look as good as they used to. ◗ Your camera’s lens may be dirty or dusty. Try cleaning it by following the instructions on page 9-1. The area captured in the picture is different from what you saw in the viewfinder. ◗ Make sure you look straight through the viewfinder. ◗ You may get parallax error when using macro mode due to the offset between the viewfinder and lens.
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specs.fm Page 1 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:16 PM A Specifications Camera Power Sources 3 AA batteries (single-use alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiCd or NiMH) Optional AC adapter (B867038) Battery life At least 300 pictures including download time. Physical Dimensions Width 4.2 in (106.5 mm) Height 2.6 in (66.8 mm) Depth 1.5 in (37.2 mm) Weight 5.4 oz (153 g), without batteries Safety Specifications Conforms to FCC specifications. FCC Declaration of Conformity on file.
specs.fm Page 2 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:16 PM DPI 144 pixels per inch Bit depth 16 million colors, 24-bit CCD 1/3 inch progressive scan 640 × 480 pixels Serial interface 2.5 mm mini terminal (to camera) RS-232C compatible (to computer) Serial communication Up to 115Kbps speed Internal memory Photographic Lens f = 6 mm F2.8/8 (equivalent to a 43 mm lens on a 35 mm camera) Range 23.6 inches (60 cm) to infinity (normal mode) 3.9 to 21.
specs.fm Page 3 Monday, October 6, 1997 2:16 PM Microphone Frequency response 200Hz to 2.3Hz at -30DB 400Hz to 1.3Hz at -20DB Optional AC Adapter Physical Dimensions Width 1.97 inches (50 mm) Height 1.18 inches (30 mm) 1.85 inches (47 mm) including pins Depth 3.74 inches (95 mm) Technical Output DC 7V/2.
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warranty.fm Page K Monday, October 6, 1997 8:47 AM EPSON AMERICA, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY What is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the first end-user customer of the product enclosed with this limited warranty statement, that the product if purchased and used in the United States or Canada, conforms to the manufacturer’s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of original purchase.
warranty.fm Page K Monday, October 6, 1997 8:47 AM EPSON AMERICA, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY What is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the first end-user customer of the product enclosed with this limited warranty statement, that the product if purchased and used in the United States or Canada, conforms to the manufacturer’s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of original purchase.
