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S. HalvorsonWhen using a memory card❏Only memory cards designed for the product’s specifications can 
be used.
❏The methods for using memory cards vary according to card type. 
Be sure to refer to the documentation included with your memory 
card for details.
❏Do not remove the memory card while the power switch is on.When using the LCD❏The LCD monitor on this product may contain a few small bright 
or dark spots. These are normal and do not mean that your LCD 
monitor is damaged in any way.
❏If the LCD monitor on this product is damaged, consult your 
dealer.
❏If the liquid crystal solution contained in the LCD monitor on this 
product leaks out and gets onto your hands, wash them thoroughly 
with soap and water. If it gets into your eyes, flush them 
immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain 
after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the display. Do not use liquid or 
chemical cleaners.When storing, maintaining, or transporting the 
camera❏Do not store this product outdoors.
❏Do not store this product near water.
❏Do not store this product in a location subject to high temperature 
or humidity.
❏Do not store this product in a location subject to rapid changes in 
temperature or humidity.❏Do not store this product in a location subject to direct sunlight or 
strong light sources.
For United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Singapore 
usersReplace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating.For United Kingdom usersSafety informationw
Warning:
Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage 
corresponds to the supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance 
to the following code:
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
If you have to fit a plug:As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match coloured 
markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please proceed as follows:
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the 
letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the 
letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified 
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FCC Compliance Statement for United 
States UsersThis equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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. This equipment generates, 
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If 
this equipment does cause interference to radio and television 
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 
more of the following measures.
❏Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
❏Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
❏Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected
❏Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for 
help
WARNINGThe connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this 
equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may 
cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC 
for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use 
a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment 
has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected 
to unused interfaces. 
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer 
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.For Canadian usersThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 
du Canada.DECLARATION of CONFORMITYAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and 
Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class 
B Personal Computers:
We:
Located at:EPSON AMERICA, INC.
MS 3-13
3840 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
Telephone: (562) 290-5254 
						

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S. HalvorsonDeclare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, 
complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital 
device. Each product marketed, is identical to the representative unit 
tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records 
maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be 
expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity 
production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may 
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
Trade Name:
Type of Product:
Model:EPSON
Digital Still Camera
G911A 
						

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Chapter 1Getting StartedUnpacking Your CameraMake sure that your camera box contains all of the items shown below.
* Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 may not be included in some countries. Camera body
Lens cap
Li-ion battery Strap
Battery charger  Power cord
(for battery charger)
User’s guide CD-ROM
(EPSON PhotoRAW/EPSON RAW 
Plug-In, Adobe Photoshop Elements 
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Camera Parts
LCD displayLens release button
AE-lock buttonAccessory shoe
Front view Top view
Frame selector 
lever JOG dial X contactShutter button
Back view
Photo quality/WB lever
USER buttonCANCEL buttonENTER buttonMENU buttonLCD button
Shutter charge 
leverShutter speed 
/ISO speed dial Status gauge
Power switch
SD card access LED
Lock-release 
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X contact Used to mount an optional flash.
Lens release button Used to mount or remove lenses.
AE-lock button Locks exposure.
Photo quality/WB lever Sets photo quality or white balance.
SD  card  access  LED Indicates the following statuses of the SD card.
On: accessing a memory card
Flashing: a memory card error has occurred
Off: not accessing a memory card
LCD button Switches between picture-taking mode and 
playback mode.
MENU button Displays the Main menu on the LCD monitor 
(available in playback mode).
ENTER  button Defines the selected item or settings (available 
in playback mode).
CANCEL button Returns to the previous menu without making 
any settings (available in playback mode).
USER button Performs the function previously assigned to it.
LCD display Displays a menu screen or photos.
Shutter button Half-release: Press the shutter button halfway 
down to display the optimal shutter speed (i.e., 
optimal exposure value) in the viewfinder. 
Also, pressing this button halfway in playback 
mode or Power Save Timer mode returns the 
camera to picture-taking mode.
Full-release: Press this button fully down to take 
a photo.
Status gauge Four needles display information about the 
current settings (number of remaining photos, 
photo quality, remaining battery power, and 
white balance settings). For details, see 
“About the Status Gauge” on page 23.
Accessory shoe Used to mount optional equipment such as a 
flash or external viewfinder.
JOG dial Navigates through the menus or photos 
displayed on the LCD monitor. For details, see 
“Menu structure” on page 40.
Frame selector lever Sets a field angle for the finder.
Shutter charge lever Winds up the shutter.
Power switch Switches the power on/off.
Shutter speed /ISO 
speed dialSets the shutter speed. Or pull this dial up and 
rotate it to set the ISO sensitivity.
Lock-release button Unlocks the shutter speed dial. 
						

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Attaching the Strap to Your Camera Follow the steps below to attach the strap to the camera.
1. Attach the protective pad and the metal ring to one side of the 
camera.
2. Lace the strap end through the holes in the protective pad and the 
metal ring.3. Lace the strap end through the two plastic fasteners.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the other end of the strap.
Using the BatteryCharging the batteryYour camera comes with a lithium-ion battery (EU-85). Be sure to 
charge the battery before using the camera for the first time or after long 
periods of disuse. It takes about 3.5 hours to charge the battery when 
no charge remains.
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1. Connect the power cord that came with the camera to the battery 
charger, then plug it into a power outlet.
2. Place the battery into the battery charger. 3. Take the battery out when the charge lamp turns off. After charging 
the battery, unplug the battery charger’s plug from the outlet.
Note:
❏The charging time for the battery may differ depending on the temperature 
or the battery’s remaining charge.
❏During charging, the red lamp indicates the following status:
Inserting the batteryYour camera uses the lithium-ion battery (EU-85) provided. Only use 
an Epson Li-ion EU-85 battery with the camera.
On: Indicates the battery is charging.
Off: Indicates charging is complete or the battery is not fully seated 
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1. Make sure that the camera is off, and then open the battery cover 
as shown below.
2. Insert the battery. 
Insert the battery into the camera until it clicks, making sure the 
orientation of the battery is correct.
3. Close the battery cover.Note:
❏To check the battery’s remaining charge, see “Remaining battery power” 
on page 23.
❏If you find that your battery has run out soon after recharging it a number 
of times, make sure to discharge it completely before recharging it. Or, the 
battery’s service life has ended. In that case, replace it with a new battery.
Installing and Removing a Memory CardYou cannot take photos unless an SD memory card is installed in your 
camera. c
Caution:
❏Make sure the memory card has no dirt or dust on the terminal. If 
the terminal is dirty, you may not be able to write to or read from 
the card.
❏Never insert or remove a memory card while the SD card access 
LED is on. Doing so may cause data in the card to be lost or 
damaged.
❏Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight, or in places that 
are extremely hot, humid, or dusty.
❏Keep the memory card slot cover closed while the memory card is 
loaded. This protects the memory card and the slot from dust and 
static; otherwise data on the memory card may be lost or damaged.
❏Exposure of static electricity may cause the memory card to 
malfunction.
Note:
To make sure you are using the memory card correctly, read the documentation 
provided with the memory card. When using other devices with a memory card, 
also read the documentation provided with those devices.
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Formatting a memory cardFormat a memory card when you want to erase all the data on the card 
or when you see a message on the LCD display instructing you to do so. c
Caution:
❏The SD memory card must be formatted by your camera. Using an 
SD memory card formatted by a different camera may cause read 
or write errors. For details, see “Formatting a memory card” on 
page 37.
❏When you format an SD memory card, all the data on the card is 
erased, including those locked with the camera’s lock function.
❏While formatting an SD memory card, do not take the card out of 
the camera.
The write protect tabThe memory card is equipped with a write protect tab to prevent 
accidental loss of data. When this tab is in the locked position, photos 
on the memory card are locked and cannot be deleted or overwritten.
Installing a memory card1. Make sure that the SD memory access LED is off, and then open 
the memory card cover.
2. Insert the card all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks.
Note:
When inserting the memory card, make sure the orientation of the memory 
card is correct and insert the card until it clicks.
3. Close the memory card cover.
Write protect 
tab
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