Epson PhotoPC 3100Z User Manual - Page 140

Solving Camera Problems Before you call for help, check this list of problems and possible solutions: The camera has no power. ◗ The camera may have shut off automatically. If your camera dial is set to , , or , press the shutter button to turn the power back on. If your camera dial is set to , , or , press any button on the back of the camera to turn the power on. (You can also press the POWER button to turn the camera off and then press it again to turn the camera back on.) ◗ Check the batteries and make sure they're installed correctly. If you are using optional rechargeable batteries, they need to be charged before you can use them. Recharge or replace the batteries. ◗ If you are using the optional AC adapter, make sure it's plugged into a working outlet. You can't take a picture with the camera. ◗ Make sure you've installed the CompactFlash memory card in your camera. If it's already installed, you may need to format it (see Chapter 1). Check to see if a message is displayed on the camera's LCD screen. ◗ The CompactFlash memory card may be full; check the picture counter on the display panel. Try setting the camera to a lower image quality setting; there may be enough space to take lower resolution images (see Chapter 2). Erase pictures or video clips (see Chapter 6), or transfer the pictures or video clips to your computer and then erase them (see Chapter 10). Or replace your memory card with a new one (see Chapter 1). ◗ The batteries may be low. If you see the low battery icon, replace the batteries (see Chapter 1). If you are using optional rechargeable batteries, recharge them, or use the optional AC adapter (see Appendix B). ◗ The camera may be connected to your computer. When it's connected, you can't use any of the controls on the camera itself. Maintenance and Troubleshooting A-3