Epson PhotoPC L-410 User Manual

Epson PhotoPC L-410 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Camera Basics...
  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other equipment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction About the Software Optional Accessories Finding More Information Getting Started Unpacking Your Camera Installing the Battery Turning Your Camera On and Off Setting the Language, Date, and Time Using Memory Cards Installing the Software Taking and Viewing Photos Taking Photos in Automatic Mode Taking Photos in Manual Mode Camera Settings...
  • Page 4 Connecting the Camera to Your Printer Printing Photos Making Print Settings Solving Problems Camera Problems Image Problems Miscellaneous Problems List of Error Messages Where To Get Help Appendix Specifications Important Safety Instructions FCC Compliance Statement Declaration of Conformity Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Index...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    4.0 megapixel resolution, for clear, beautiful photos 3x optical zoom and 3x digital zoom Continuous shooting mode that lets you take up to three photos per second Direct printing to supported Epson Stylus and PictureMate Epson PRINT Image Framer fun frames to your photos—without a computer...
  • Page 6: About The Software

    P.I.F. Tool for transferring frames from your computer to the camera Your Epson PhotoPC L-410 Camera User’s Guide, which includes information and instructions for all the features of your camera A USB driver that lets you transfer photos to your computer in Windows 98SE.
  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Epson offers an AC adapter (B867062) for use with any standard electrical outlet. This is particularly useful when you are printing from the camera. You can purchase the adapter from the Epson Store (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only).
  • Page 8: Finding More Information

    This book includes all the information you need to take pictures and print them right from your camera. For more information, check the following: The Epson PhotoPC L-410 Camera User’s Guide provides information and instructions for all the camera’s features, including troubleshooting tips. To open the guide, double-click the icon on your desktop.
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started To start using your camera, all you need to do is install the batteries, turn on the camera, and set the current date. You should also install the software on your computer. Follow the instructions in this section to get started.
  • Page 10: Installing The Battery

    Installing the Battery Turn the camera upside down. Slide the battery cover until it pops up as shown: Insert the battery into the compartment, positioning the + and – ends as shown: Note: You can use either a CR-V3 battery, like the one included with the camera, or two AA batteries.
  • Page 11: Turning Your Camera On And Off

    Turning Your Camera On and Off To turn on the camera, press the The lens cover opens and the lens pops out. To turn off the camera, press the The lens retracts and the lens cover closes. Setting the Language, Date, and Time When you turn on the camera for the first time, you need to set the language, date, and time.
  • Page 12: Using Memory Cards

    Press the r button to move to the date. Press the u or d button to change the month. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each item on the screen. Press the Using Memory Cards You can take pictures and save them in the camera without a memory card.
  • Page 13: Installing A Memory Card

    Installing a Memory Card Make sure the camera is turned off. Slide the battery cover until it pops up. Position the card as shown and slide it all the way into the slot: Press down on the battery cover and slide it back into place. Removing a Memory Card Make sure the camera is turned off.
  • Page 14: Installing The Software

    If it doesn’t start, do the following: Windows XP: Click Computer Windows 98SE, Me, and 2000: Double-click My Computer Read the license agreement, then click see the Software Installation screen: , click Start , then double-click , then double-click Epson Epson . You Agree...
  • Page 15 CD-ROM or DVD drive. Double-click the CD-ROM icon if necessary, then double-click the Read the license agreement, then click , then follow the on-screen instructions Then follow the on-screen instructions. icon. EPSON instead of Custom , and click Finish Exit Agree...
  • Page 16 You see the Software Installation screen: Click Install If you don’t have Adobe Acrobat on your Macintosh, click Custom Acrobat Reader Enter your administrator name and password if necessary. You may have to do this more than once. Follow the on-screen instructions to install each program.
  • Page 17: Taking And Viewing Photos

    Taking and Viewing Photos You can take several different types of photos with your camera, as described below: Automatic photos: settings for great snapshots. All you have to do is point and shoot. Manual photos: a variety of camera settings, including resolution, exposure compensation, sensitivity, white balance, and more.
  • Page 18: Taking Photos In Automatic Mode

    Taking Photos in Automatic Mode The automatic photography mode lets you capture high- resolution images without making any complicated settings. You can use the zoom buttons to move in closer to your subject and/or set the flash for indoor or low- light photographs.
  • Page 19: Taking Photos In Manual Mode

    Center your subject in the middle of the square focus frame on the screen. The default flash setting is automatic, indicated by icon on the LCD screen. The flash will go off automatically whenever necessary. If you want to change the flash setting, press the button.
  • Page 20 Before you start, make sure the batteries are installed and the camera is turned on, as described on pages 10 and 11. Turn the Mode dial to If you want to turn the LCD screen off to save battery power, press the have to use the viewfinder instead of the screen to frame your shot.
  • Page 21: Camera Settings

    If you want to change the flash setting, press the button. See page 22 for a list of flash settings. Press and hold the shutter button halfway. The focus frame turns green and the focus is set. If you want to reframe your picture, move the camera until the photo you want appears on the screen.
  • Page 22: Settings And Icons

    Settings and Icons Self-timer Focus frame Place your subject within the focus frame. When you press the shutter button halfway, the focus frame turns green. Battery life Zoom bar The digital zoom indicator appears when digital zoom is enabled. Scene mode Exposure compensation Sensitivity...
  • Page 23: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting In Continuous Shooting mode, you can capture a series of photos by holding the shutter button down. You can take up to three photos per second at maximum speed. Note: To shoot at the maximum speed, you need an SD memory card with a recording/transfer speed of 10MB/second.
  • Page 24: Recording Videos

    Press and hold the shutter button halfway. The focus frame turns green and the focus is set. Press the shutter button all the way down. While the shutter button remains fully pressed, photos will be taken continuously. Recording Videos You can record videos with sound. The length of the video is limited only by the amount of storage available in your camera or memory card.
  • Page 25: Taking Photos With Fun Frames

    If you want to zoom in on your subject, press the (telephoto) button. (You can’t zoom in or out once you start recording.) Press the shutter button all the way down to start recording. Press the shutter button again to stop recording. Taking Photos With Fun Frames You can use P.I.F.
  • Page 26 You can also modify the frames or create original frames using PIF Designer. See pages 14 to 15 for instructions on installing the software. To take a picture with a frame: Turn the Mode dial to Press the the camera is displayed. If you want to select a frame stored on the memory card, press the r button after pressing the button.
  • Page 27: Playing Back Photos And Videos

    Press the shutter button all the way down. The camera beeps as it captures your picture. You can now print your framed picture directly from the camera on supported Epson printers. For instructions on printing from the camera, see page 31. Note: You can also add or change a frame on an existing picture in your camera.
  • Page 28: Deleting Photos

    To view 6 photos at once, press the To select a photo, press the u d l r buttons. To view the selected photo with the full screen, press the Deleting Photos You can easily delete the currently displayed image, a series of images, or all images in the camera.
  • Page 29: Adding Or Changing Frames

    You see your picture in the frame you selected. You can now print your framed picture directly from the camera on supported Epson printers. For instructions on printing from the camera, see page 31. button twice to exit the menu.
  • Page 31: Printing Your Photos

    You can also print photos with P.I.F. frames to create greeting cards, keepsakes, and more. The camera supports the printers listed below. To connect to the Epson Stylus Photo R200, use the printer cable labeled with the letter end. To connect to any of the other printers listed below,...
  • Page 32: Connecting The Camera To Your Printer

    You can also run maintenance programs for the Epson Stylus Photo R200 printer directly from the camera. For instructions, see the Camera User’s Guide on your computer. See page 14 for instructions on installing the guide and software. Note: Future products may be added to the list of supported printers.
  • Page 33 On the Epson Stylus Photo R200, shown below, the port is labeled On the other supported printers listed on page 31, the port is labeled Open the connector cover on the side of the camera and plug the small end of the cable into the camera’s USB port as shown.
  • Page 34: Printing Photos

    Images with P.I.F. frames must be printed directly from the camera. Before you start, make sure your printer is set up and has ink installed. Load 4 × 6 inch Epson Premium Glossy Paper, following the instructions that came with your printer.
  • Page 35: Printing All Your Saved Photos

    Press the d button to select press Press the r button to select the d button to select press If you want to print a photo with white borders, turn off the date stamp, or change other settings, see page 38. Press the button to start printing.
  • Page 36: Printing Selected Photos

    If you want to print more than one copy of each picture, press the to select the number of copies you want. Then press Make sure the paper type is set to If you want to turn off the date stamp or Glossy.
  • Page 37: Printing Several Photos On One Sheet

    Printing Several Photos on One Sheet You can print several photos on one sheet of 4 × 6-inch paper (up to 4 photos on the Epson Stylus Photo R200 or up to 3 on other supported printers). Connect the camera to the printer as described on page 32 and turn on the camera.
  • Page 38: Making Print Settings

    Press the button to start printing. When printing is complete, press the Note: You can’t print images with P.I.F. frames when you select Print an Album. Making Print Settings You can make the following settings when printing images directly from the camera: Printing with or without white borders Printing the date (not available with frames) Printing with normal or high quality...
  • Page 39: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems Before you call for help, check this list of common problems and possible solutions. For more troubleshooting tips, check the Camera User’s Guide on your computer. Camera Problems The camera has no power. The camera may have shut off automatically to save power.
  • Page 40 If the power does not turn off, remove the battery, reinstall it, and turn the power on. If the lights are still flashing, contact Epson as described on page 45. The camera takes too long to take a photo. If you press the shutter button all the way down, the camera has to focus and set the exposure before the shutter releases.
  • Page 41: Image Problems

    Nothing appears on the LCD screen. The screen may have shut off automatically to save power. Press any button or turn the Mode dial. Press the DISP setting. When the camera is connected to a printer or computer, the LCD screen is disabled. Image Problems Images are out of focus.
  • Page 42: Miscellaneous Problems

    Miscellaneous Problems The color is incorrect or lines appear on the printed picture. Make sure you load 4 × 6-inch Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper in your printer. You may need to run one of the printer maintenance programs. If you are using the Epson Stylus Photo R200, see the Camera User’s Guide on your...
  • Page 43: List Of Error Messages

    The wrong date and/or time is printed. Turn the Mode dial to to select Setup Menu 2 , then adjust the setting. See page 11 for Date/Time more information. You see an error message when you try to open the Camera User’s Guide.
  • Page 44 Error message Not enough free space in the camera’s memory (or memory card). This frame cannot be used with this camera. P .I.F . Frame does not exist or is unusable. This image cannot be displayed. Ink is too low to perform this operation.
  • Page 45: Where To Get Help

    Service Access World From the Internet, you can reach Epson Support at Wide Web http://support.epson.com. At this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail.
  • Page 46 Computer configuration and operating system version Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. to 6...
  • Page 47: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications Effective pixels 4.07 megapixels Still picture: 2304 × 1728 pixels Image recording capacity Video: Image file type JPEG (EXIF 2.2), AVI Camera file DCF file format, DPOF 1.1 system Internal memory 16MB Compatible SD memory card (Up to 512MB), memory cards Multimedia card (Up to 512MB, MMC ver 2.1 or later, Hitachi...
  • Page 48 Sensitivity Auto/fixed (equivalent to ISO 100/200/400) Viewfinder Real-image optical view Flash Auto/flash off/red-eye reduction/fill-in flash/forced flash/slow synchro Self-timer 2 seconds/10 seconds Photography Normal/portrait/landscape/macro mode LCD monitor 1.5-inch low temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD monitor Interface Full-speed USB 2.0/serial dual interface (Mass Storage Class) Power sources One CR-V3 battery included...
  • Page 49: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Using the camera Do not expose the camera to severe impact. Doing so may cause malfunctions, especially while the camera is operating. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this product. Do not insert objects into the slots or openings on this product. Do not touch the components inside this product unless instructed to do so in the user documentation.
  • Page 50: Using The Battery

    Using the battery If battery acid gets into your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly with water and seek medical treatment. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately. Use only AA-size batteries or a CR-V3 type battery for the camera according to the directions in the user documentation.
  • Page 51: Storing The Battery

    Storing the battery When not using this device for a long period, remove the battery from the product and store it separately. Do not store the battery where the temperature or humidity is very high. Store the battery out of children’s reach. Disposing of the battery Before disposing of the battery, make sure you discharge it completely.
  • Page 52: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD monitor 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.
  • Page 53: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users 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.
  • Page 54: Declaration Of Conformity

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Type of Product: Model: Product: Epson America, Inc. MS 3-13 3840 Kilroy Airport Way Long Beach, CA 90806 Telephone : (562) 290-5254 Epson Digital Still Camera G921A Epson PhotoPC L-410...
  • Page 55: Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

    EPSON property. The replacement product or part may be new or refurbished to the EPSON standard of quality, and, at Epson’s option, may be another model of like kind and quality.
  • Page 56 This warranty does not cover damage to the EPSON product caused by parts or supplies not manufactured, distributed or certified by EPSON. This warranty does not cover third party parts, components or peripheral devices added to the EPSON product after its shipment from EPSON nor does the warranty cover supplies and consumables such as lamps, prints, batteries, cables or storage media.
  • Page 57 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Epson America, Inc. - P. O. Box 93012 - Long Beach, CA 90809- 3012...
  • Page 59: Index

    , 11 turning on/off , 55 warranty Camera User’s Guide Date and time setting Declaration of Conformity , 15, 16 Deleting photos Direct printing Epson Error messages FCC Compliance , 32 Flash Frames , 49 Icons Language setting , 43...
  • Page 60 LCD screen , 21 to 22 icons safety instructions , 20 turning off , 19 Manual mode Memory cards installing and removing requirements safety instructions , 12 to 13 using , 17 Modes , 25 to 27, 29 P.I.F. Photos , 28 deleting , 31 to 38...
  • Page 61 Mode dial Automatic mode Shutter button Strap holder Manual mode Microphone Continuous shooting mode Video mode Setup mode Playback mode Speaker Flash Self-timer light USB light...
  • Page 62 USB connector Indicator lights Print button P.I.F. button Self-timer button OK button Macro button Battery/memory card cover Tripod mount AC adapter connector POWER button Zoom buttons MENU button Memory access light Display button Flash button Delete button...

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