Epson PhotoPC 3000Z User Manual - Page 179

◗ When you take macro close-ups, make sure you have adequate lighting. Using a tripod will help you capture sharp pictures. ◗ Make sure that your subject isn't moving and that you hold the camera steady after you press the shutter button (until the camera status light or photo capture light starts flashing). ◗ If you want to photograph a moving subject, try increasing the shutter speed. See Chapter 5 for information about how to change the shutter speed. ◗ Make sure your flash is not set to flash off . ◗ When you focus on a nearby object, your picture's background may appear blurry. Try changing your focus. Your picture is too dark (underexposed). ◗ You may need to use the flash. Make sure the setting is not flash off . ◗ If you're using the flash, make sure your subject is within the range of 14 feet for wide angle shots or 11 feet for telephoto shots. ◗ Use Image Expert to adjust the picture's brightness and contrast. See your electronic Image Expert manual. (Instructions for reading the manual are on page 9-5.) ◗ Try adjusting the camera's exposure or sensitivity settings (use the Manual user mode). See Chapter 5 for details. ◗ If you're taking pictures in the Manual user mode, look for the EV! warning that appears on your LCD screen when you are taking pictures out of the ideal exposure range. If you have trouble setting both the aperture and shutter speed manually, try adjusting the aperture and letting the camera choose the shutter speed with Aperture Priority mode (see Chapter 5). ◗ If you're using the macro mode to take a close-up photo, be sure to provide adequate lighting for your subject. Maintenance and Troubleshooting A-15