Manual for PhotoPC

Manual for PhotoPC

Brand: EPSON

Category: Camera

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 9:16 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 1999-07-01

Warranty Information

Epson America makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, and shall not be liable for any damages.

Introduction

Your EPSON PhotoPC 800 is a high-resolution, two-megapixel, USB and serial digital camera. It features three user modes with varying levels of control, from fully automatic to advanced settings for intermediate and expert photographers. The camera includes a built-in microphone for voice messages, an LCD screen for preview and playback, and the ability to display images on a TV or projector, or transfer them to a computer. You can also upload pictures, text, and graphics for presentations.

PhotoPC 800 Features

The PhotoPC 800 captures images at 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution in 24-bit color, with the option to interpolate to 1984 x 1488 pixels using EPSON's HyPict™ technology. It comes with cables, batteries, charger, camera case, handstrap, and an 8MB CompactFlash™ card. A CD-ROM with software utilities for downloading, editing, organizing, and printing is also included.

Key features include:

  • 2.14 million pixel CCD sensor
  • Resolutions up to 1984 x 1488 pixels
  • 24-bit color or grayscale capture
  • High-speed image processing
  • 8MB EPSON CompactFlash card
  • Built-in microphone for voice messages
  • 1.8-inch active matrix TFT color LCD screen
  • Direct printing capability to select EPSON ink jet printers
  • Video output for TV, VCR, or projector
  • Macro, 2x digital zoom, panorama, quick shot, interval, and continuous shooting modes
  • Adjustments for white balance, exposure, sensitivity, aperture, shutter, and focus
  • Built-in flash with slow synchronized mode
  • Four rechargeable NiMH batteries and fast charger
  • Automatic shut-off, date, and time recording
  • Serial and USB cables for transferring photos
  • Fully USB-compatible

The camera software suite includes Sierra Imaging Image Expert™ for transferring, organizing, editing, and printing, and the EPSON Photo!3™ application with TWAIN driver.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Problem Possible Cause Solution
Camera does not turn on. Batteries are dead. Replace or recharge batteries.
Cannot take pictures. Memory card is full or not inserted. Replace or format memory card, or insert memory card correctly.
Pictures are blurry. Focus is incorrect or camera moved. Ensure correct focus is achieved, or hold camera steady.
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