Epson PhotoPC Specifications

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Specifications

Technical

Product type

Image size

Bit depth

Serial interface

CCD (charge coupled device) still frame camera

640 x 480 pixels (high resolution)

320 x 240 pixels (standard resolution)

16 million colors, 24bit

S-pin DIN (camera);

B-pin DIN (Macintosh) cable adapter for RS-232C interface in

PhotoPC Mac version

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Internal memory

Optional expansion memory

Photographic

L&IS

Range

Exposure

Shutter

Viewfinder

Aperture

Flash modes

Flash range

1MB flash memory

2MB (0.5MB flash memory x 4 chips)

4MB (0.5MB flash memory x 8 chips) f = 6 mm (equivalent to a 43 mm lens on a 35 mm camera)

2 ft (60 cm) to infinity

Equivalent to I!30 130

Automatic electronic shutter, l/30 to 1 /lO,OOO second

Optical f5.6

Auto, forced flash, off

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Physical Dimensions

Width

Height

Depth

Weight

6.5 in. (166 mm)

3.5 in. (88 mm)

1.9 in. (47 mm)

11 oz. (310 g) without batteries

Power

Sources

Consumption

4 AA batteries (single-use alkaline, singleuse lithium, or rechargeable NiCad)

Optional AC adapter (A882421)

Approximately 100 milliwatt at power-on

Approximately 4 W during image processing

Maximum 12 W during flash discharge

Batteries

Replace all four PhotoPC batteries with any of the following:

D Single-use AA alkaline batteries c3 Single-use AA lithium batteries (longest battery life)

Cl Rechargeable AA N&Cad batteries.

Caution

To avoid the danger ofjre or explosion, do not mix different types of batter&. Do not allow the battery contacts to fouch metal objects such as coins or keys, which could short out the battery’s circuifs.

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Note the following when handling batteries:

Do not use manganese batteries.

Replace all four batteries at the same time.

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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.

a Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with all applicable laws. Contact your local government agency for information about battery recycling and disposal.

cl If you use rechargeable N&Cad batteries, replace them with four 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.

Checking the Battery Icon

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 four stages:

_ Full battery power (or AC adapter in use)

(r Battery power is decreasing n Battery power is almost out

;e Change batteries

The Control Panel

The control panel keeps track of how many pictures have been taken and gives important information about the status of the battery and various settings.

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Hi pictures remaining 4 timer a

,f battery level erase last picture

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The Control Buttons

You can adjust the following settings using the control buttons on the top of the camera:

Q Flash

Ll Resolution

Ll Timer.

All control button settings (except the timer) remain in effect even after you turn off the camera. However, they return to their factory settings when you remove or change the batteries.

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Flash

The built-in flash has these three settings, which are effective within a range of 3 to 10 feet:

AUTO f

Auto sets the flash to go off automatically whenever it’s needed (factory setting)

Forced flash sets the flash to go off for every picture.

Flash off disables the flash even in inadequate lighting.

Resolution

The PhotoPC has the following two resolution settings:

Hi High resolution images are captured at 640 x 480; the camera can hold at least 16 pictures at high resolution

S Standard resolution images are captured at 320 the camera can hold at least 32 pictures at this resolution x 240;

Timer

The timer sets a lo-second delay between the time the shutter button is pressed and the image is captured.

Erase

Press the erase button with a small pointed object to era= the last picture from the camera’s memory.

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Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh

Follow these steps to connect the camera to the Macintosh to transfer pictures:

1, Press on the armws on the camera’s port cover and slide down the cover.

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2. Align the cable connector with the camera’s serial port as shown. If you are using the Mac Connectivity Kit cable, use the white end. If you are using the cable that came with the PhotoPC Mac version, use the long cable with the

DB9 connector. Attach the DB9 connector to the DEW connector on the Mac adapter and tighten the screws.

Mac adapter

Maintenance

Care for the camera as follows: a Use a clean, dry cloth to keep the camera free of dust.

a Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners.

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To clean the lens, blow off any loose dust; then breath on the lens and wipe off the moisture with a soft, lint-free cloth or lens cleaning tissue. To avoid scratching the lens, do not press too hard.

Cover the lens (power switched off) when you are not using the camera.

If necessary, clean the battery contacts with a dry cloth.

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In storage, do not expose the camera to the following:

Ci Direct sunlight, bright light sources, or heat sources (such as a closed car)

D Excessive dust, dirt, humidity, strong vibrations, or magnetic fields.

Optional Accessories

You can increase the camera’s storage capacity by installing a

2MB or 4MB PhotoSpan memory module, as described in this table:

DB9 connector Photo PC cable

3. Connect the other end of the cable or adapter to either the printer port or the modem port.

4. Turn on the camera and the Macintosh system. A frame appears around the picture counter on the control panel.

Note:

When fhe camera is connected to the Macintosh, you cannot use the shutter button or any ofthe control buttons.

Use EasyPhoto to transfer pictures to the Macintosh; see the

EPSON PhotoPC Macintosh User’s Guide for instructions.

Note:

EasyPhoto automaticdly chooses a speed that works with most

Macintosh computers. You can experiment and speed that works with your system: cl 9600 choose the fastest a 29,200 cl 38,400

Cl 57,600

Increasing port speed wdl make pictures transfer much more quickly to the Macintosh.

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See the EPSON PhotoPC Macintosh User’s Guide for instructions on installing a PhotoSpan module.

You can connect the PhotoPC to a standard electrical outlet using the AC adapter (A8824.21, model PCDCO02) to save power when transferring pictures to the Macintosh or operating the camera from the Macintosh. The adapter does not charge the camera’s batteries.

You can use any standard 37mm video camcorder lens or filter with PhotoPC. To attach a lens, screw it on to the camera as shown:

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Information Reference List

Engineering Change Notices

None.

Product Support Bulletins

None.

Technical Support Bulletins

None.

Related Documentation

CPD3585 PhotoPC Macintosh User’s Guide

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