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Epson 3100Z Digital Camera User Manual

1. Avoid arching Make an L shape YOU Mer KADN platform with the Poor Form i 9 RN P left hand Both hands l RRA are clutching ARRA the camera Both arms T are close to Arms are your body extended LCD Viewer Stance Kneesslightly Horizontal DIANO Maintain the same Knees are create a L shaped left hand grip locked cushion and relax shoulders to bring arms forward Right thumb Z7 f Left thumb controls the Cha next to your shutter button 7A forehead Forms a Both arms human are close to tripod your body LCD Viewer Stance Vertical Right thumb controls shutter button Left hand shades the LCD screen for easier viewing Knees slightly bent to create a Cushion 14 STANDARD OPERATION Note In P I F mode the image will sometimes appear upside down FULL amp HALF SHUTTER BUTTON POSITONS Turns On the Light w Releases the Shutter Half Pressed Fully Pressed Indicator lights AS LLIIITITR Full amp Half Positions The shutter button has a two step function Hold it halfway down to activate the flashing green Indicator light The camera is automatically setting focus and shutter speed Fully press it completely to release the shutter HINT Remember to make an L shape platform and to avoid covering the lens or flash with your fingers If you arch your right forefinger you may press the shutter button too hard jerking the camera as the shutter releases Als
2. If the power cord or plug is damaged if liquid has entered your equipment if your equipment has been exposed to rain or water if your equipment has been dropped or damaged if your equipment is operating abnormally or exhibits a distinct change in performance Adjust only those controls described in your product documentation Never attempt to repair this product yourself Improper repair work can be dangerous Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Clean only with a clean soft dry cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Keep out of reach of children For US and Canadian users Use the included power cord or a 6 to 10 foot UL approved type SPT 2 or heavier type 2 x 18 AWG cord with a 125 V 10 A plug and 125V 7A connector If you plan to use the AC Adapter in Germany observe the following To provide adequate short circuit protection and over current protection for these products the building installation must be protected by a 16 Amp circuit breaker CAUTION This product is designed for use with EPSON products ONLY Do not attempt to use it with other electronic devices 7 EPSON FEATURES Thank you for purchansing an EPSON L 400 It s not only a high quality digital camera but has many useful features as well Please read the Instruction Booklet thoroughly to prepare for many years of enjoyable photography Get beautiful results from many easy to use camera features You can take high q
3. Press the W ZOOM button if you want to see multiple images at the same time The rap icon will appear for VIDEO CLIPS 2 Press the FLASH button to playback a VIDEO CLIP Press the Y MACRO button to pause the playback Press the Y MACRO button again to resume the playback Note Speaker Volume You can adjust the speaker volume using the AW buttons 38 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS DELETING VIDEO CLIPS Deleting VIDEO CLIPS from the SD memory card See page 23 Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Find the VIDEO CLIP using the lt gt buttons then use the Y MACRO button to select it The VIDEO CLIP information will be displayed on the LCD monitor Press W on the ZOOM button in order to view 6 images at a time The icon will appear for VIDEO CLIPS The Mg icon will appear for VIDEO CLIPS 2 Using the AY buttons choose between Delete this file or Delete all files Then press the button to confirm deletion If you do not wish to delete any files press the amp MACRO button If the data is protected the screen This file cannot be deleted because it is locked or Cannot be deleted will come up See page 57 3 If there is still data left on the memory card the monitor will return to the PLAYBACK mode screen If there is no data No images will be displayed Chapter 4 DIRECT PRINTING DIRECT PRINTING Printing directly from the camera to the printer is known as the DIRE
4. AC Adapter model A211H conforms to CE marking requirements in accordance with EC Directives 73 23 EEC and 89 336 EEC DC LLL Beware of electrical shock hazards Do not use this product near water or handle it with wet hands Keep away from heat sources Do not use the charger outside the temperature range of 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Do not insert objects into any openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts Never disassemble or modify this product LUCO DLL LL CLL L Use only indoors in a dry location Do not expose to water or excess humidity Use the type of power source indicated on the label and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet Do not place multiple loads on the electrical outlet Be sure your AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standards Never insert or disconnect the power plug with wet hands Power supply cords should be protected from abrasion cuts crimping and kinking Be sure to place your cords to avoid any damage Do not place objects on top of the power cord or allow the power cord to be stepped on or run over You should take special care to try to keep the power cord straight at the ends and the points where it enters and leaves the transformer Do not allow the AC power cord to become damaged or frayed Unplug your equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions
5. ISO AUTO WB 95A Effects of Exposure Adjustment 20EV Note The exposure adjustment range is from 2 0 EV to 2 0 EV during programmed shooting There are 9 steps of 05 EV each You can confirm the setting on the Display Panel of the LCD monitor See pages 15 26 You can also set the number while shooting through the VIEWFINDER Before Adjustments m i Shot against the sun or bright background 1 5EV e e 24 i NT ue x SS o E i A AIN MN 1 High key image 2 0EV j 4 MM V Y Low key image 1 0EV HINT Effective Use of the Exposure Adjustment Controls Adjustments Ll To make white objects whiter especially images of white paper in the MACRO mode eliminating eray tones LJ To brighten the image of subjects that have the sun in the background LJ To brighten the image of subjects in very bright reflected light such as at the beach in the snow or against a white wall The background may white out but the subjects will show up clearly Adjustments LJ To make a black object blacker eliminating gray tones L1 When the subject is lit up by a spotlight on stage LJ To balance brightness when photographing subjects against a background such as a black wall MENU SHORTCUTS How to customize assignation settings MENU SHORTCUTS The Menu Shortcut allows you to assign different photo menu functions to each multi selector button You can then change the photo set
6. LJ Resolution See page 18 LJ Compression See page 19 I Digital Zoom See page 18 36 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS RESETTING TO DEFAULT MODE How to return all settings to the Default mode RESETTING TO DEFAULT MODE ra _ Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and select RESET DEFAULT using the lt gt buttons When the FLASH button is pressed a message will appear on the monitor 2 Toresetto Default mode press the Y MACRO button to OK the reset Press the FLASH button to cancel the reset VIEWING RECORDED IMAGE DATA How to view technical data of recorded images DISPLAYING RECORDED IMAGE DATA Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and select i INFORMATION with the 4 buttons The image data will appear on the LCD monitor Press the button to return to the MENU 2 Press the Y button to review the rest of the data for this image Press the A button to view the previous data screen VIDEO CLIPS Note Resolution Selecting VIDEO CLIP Resolution How to record a VIDEO CLIP with sound playback and delete video clips When you press the MENU button in VIDEO CLIP mode the Resolution screen emean RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP will appear on the monitor 160x120 Using the AW buttons choose between 320 Turn the DIAL SWITCH to VIDEO CLIP MODE and X 240 or 160 X 120 pixels The Resolution IO ree CN screen
7. SEENE MODES siberiana 32 SELECTING A SCENE MODE 7 2t t b oet 32 NORMAL MODE irene tene En e ers 32 LANDSCAPE MODE ia devenire her ast Rh RUP PR E ARE 32 PORTRALI MODE vidriado 32 WHITE BALANCE imitador 33 AUTOMATIC WHITE BALANCE 33 SELECTING WHITE BALANCE MANUALLY 33 LIGH T SENSULIVITY eroe EIE eos we ea 33 CHANGING TO AUTOMATIC SENSITIVITY MODE 34 SETTING LIGHT SENSITIVITY MANUALLY 34 MAKING EXPOSURE SETTINGS oooooocmcoccoocmmmsooco 34 ADJUSTMENTS 010 ica aa 34 MENU SHORTCULS ssp aiar 35 MENUSHORICUTS scsi 35 RESETTING TO DEFAULT MODE 9 EV IEDCE ria 36 RESETTING TO DEFAULT MODE 36 VIEWING RECORDED IMAGE DATA eee 36 DISPLAYING RECORDED IMAGE DATA 36 VIDEO C LIIS 4 62 e Urn dodi oae du dert s due eR Eh o DR inn 37 RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP 5 55152 tau EROR es 37 PLAYING BACK AGLI ive EUER REUTERS 37 DELETING VIDEO CLIPS stats eder x I pp d repa 38 Chapter 4 DIRECT PRINTING DIRECT PRIN TING eine ered ais s OP ake eee eas 39 LIST OF COMPATIBLE PRINTERS 39 DIRECT PRINTING PROCESS siestas aiii 39 PRINTING THE IMAGE SEEN ON THE LCD MONITOR 40 PRINTING SELECTED IMAGES LL 40 PICK ANIAGES 2 rra DPI WEE S E Soest ode ms 40 PRINT Image Framer P I F PRINTING eee 41 PRINTING PRINT Image Framer P I F IMAGES 41 PRINTING THE P LF IMAGE DISPLAYED ON THE LCD MON MOR m 4
8. gt buttons to move across CONEY the menu Shown below the menu Orie Pl Shepard Me Pooh wors BY A A Mre te NM i There are also vertical Menu List frames The frame shown is Just one example MA SCENES AO ISO AUTO w RA ES Say om e DIO Er TI DISNEY Based on the Winnie the Pooh works by A A Mine You can load your camera ande H Shepard memory with a maxim of 2 different frames at a time The TheP l F frameisnot recorded camera will come with 1frame on the Saro image but already loaded in its memory linked to if They are The SD Memory card that is combined during printing included will come with 10 different frames Other available frames are found on the CD ROM and on the EPSON website HINT When using the P I F mode a green line will appear on the LCD monitor When taking the photo make sure that the green line comes to the top of the frame Note P I F Recording and Printing In P I F mode you will use P I F frames that you have previously loaded into the camera Select one and take a photo The photo will be printed in this frame during DIRECT PRINTING You can decide to change the frame before you print When you copy an image that has been taken in P I F mode to a computer the link connecting the image and the P I F frame will be lost ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 27 ALERT Note Images taken in P I F mode and set in DPOF format and saved on a memo
9. or injury to yourself You may also damage the camera CAMERA SETUP 11 BATTERY LIFE INDICATOR As the batteries lose power the icon on the LCD monitor will change from im to d A When the icon changes from ca to d A Power in the batteries is almost depleted Please be ready to insert a spare When the q__ is flashing Batteries Icon The power is low and you can no longer photograph Then the indicator light will show red and the camera will automatically shut down W WARNING I When changing the batteries change all 4 at the same time and use the same brand I The life of a battery will vary depending on the brand and grade The conditions and modes that are used will also affect the length of use LJ Non rechargeable batteries cannot be recharged Follow the instructions provided to discharge batteries Note If the batteries run low you can simply plug in the AC adapter to continue using the camera See page 25 12 CAMERA SETUP SETTING UP YOUR CAMERA POWER ON OFF Note Y POWER button Turning on the Power Turn on the camera by pressing the POWER button The lens cover will open automatically and the lens will extend Turning off the Power Pressing the POWER button again will turn the power off The lens will automatically retract and the lens cover will close When the camera is left on for a long period of time without being used it will automatically shut down to save the
10. you can print these pictures easily with printers that can read and understand DPOF files No computer is required Simply use the controls on LCD monitor to format the files ALERT Frame information cannot be read by the DPOF format P I F linked images will not print correctly on DPOF printers SAVING PHOTOS IN DPOF Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the q PRINT button to change the display to DIRECT PRINTING mode Press the Y MACRO button to return to PLAYBACK mode 2 Using the AY buttons to select Make print order and press the qp PRINT button Press the amp MACRO button to return to step 1 Note Message Icon SA Viewable on the LCD monitor but not printable 46 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS 3 Highlight an image you want to print as DPOF with the 4 gt buttons Use the AV buttons to enter the number of copies Then press the 4 FLASH button to save the data to the memory card When making a print order with DPOF you may print 99 copies of one image You may copy up to 999 different images but you may only print up to 9999 copies in DPOF Press the Y MACRO button to cancel FYI DPOF Printing Options L You can print the selected images with the EPSON PhotoQuicker when you connect the camera to the computer and run EPSON Camera Starter L1 You can print the selected images by removing the memory card from the camera and inserting it into a printer that is ma
11. 21 DISPLAYING MULTIPLE IMAGES eese 21 LCD MONITOR IMAGE ENLARGEMENT 21 SLIDESHOW st as Ue eke ia 22 QUICK PHOTO REVIEW cance spur o Rania eet ae giles 22 DELETING FILES 5 pem er ph bee ea ata de ieee Ehe 23 DELETING A SINGLE PHOTO oet tese ikon chs 23 DELETING ALL IMAGES ida RARE I ER RETI 23 USING YOUR IMAGBES 00 A polare 24 DISPLAYING ON A TW ira peo pecie at anus ppc p ins 24 EXPORTING IMAGES TO A COMPUTER 24 WORKING WITH IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 24 DIRECT PRINTING FROM CAMERA TO PRINTER 24 USING THE AC ADAPTER orn oae oS y Ee Ret 25 HOW TO CONNECT THE AC ADAPTER 25 Chapter 3 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS DISPLAY amp MENU BUTTON SETTINGS 26 DISELAY BUTION FUNCTION 5 ouis ioe sie 26 MENU BUTTON FUNCTION iet uud bei ded brace Gus te 26 Print Image Framer P I F FUNCTION 0 cece eens 27 Print Image Framer P I F SHOOTING eere 28 TAKING PHOTOS WITHIN THE FRAME 28 VIEWING AU EP INDAGE 53 da bantaers aire rola tet eT 28 REPLACING FRAMES assiali 29 USING THE CD ROM ctus otiosi o e eT AES 29 DOWNLOADING FROM THE WEB eese 29 DELETING FRAMES 2002 hern os ds dotan 30 INSTALLING ERAMES usas tasa da e 30 MACRO MODE aspas ara AAA 30 TAKING PHOTOS IN MACRO MODE 30 CONTINUOUS SHOOTING nisi ia 31 CONTINUOUS SHOOTING lt ascii paio ata ha pi 31
12. 4P to highlight RESOLUTION 2 Usethe AY buttons to select the number of pixels size from Standard Fine or Superfine RESOLUTION m DIGITAL ZOOM DIGITAL ZOOM 2X 3X Standard lt 640 x 480 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 1600x 1200 pixels 1280 x 960 pixels 800 x 600 pixels Super fine n 2304 x 1728 pixels 1280 x 960 pixels 800 x 600 pixels Press the MENU button and use the 4 buttons to highlight COMPRESSION Normal mode is set at high compression which takes less memory space but produces a lower quality picture Fine mode produces the highest quality picture but will require more memory 4 Use the AY buttons to select Normal or Fine Compression Note Photograph Quality Settings The number of pictures you can fit on a memory card is determined by photograph quality See page 19 The camera keeps your last choice when it is turned off The camera is set in the Normal compression mode at the factory Changing to Fine mode will improve the quality of your pictures See page 19 but the number of pictures that fit on a single memory card will be reduced CONFIRMING THE NUMBER OF PHOTOGRAPHS The number of pictures stored on the memory card at current quality and resolution settings is displayed on the LCD monitor Number of Images Approximate Number of Images Quality Approximate Number of Images 16MB COMPRESSION RESOLUTION Standard Approx 127 Images Approx 68
13. Cleaning Battery Terminals 52 Setting The Batteries 11 Blurred Shot 19 Buttons Display Button 26 Flash Button 19 Macro Button 30 Menu Button 20 35 40 42 Power Button 12 Print Button 40 42 44 Review Button 22 Shutter Button 14 17 37 Zoom Button 18 21 22 23 38 62 C Cable AC Cable 9 25 AV Cable 9 24 PC Cable 9 39 Printer Cable 9 39 Camera Range 15 30 Changing The Frames 42 Color Temperatures 33 Compatible Printers 39 Compression 18 19 31 Fine Compression 16 19 31 Normal Compression 16 19 31 Confirming The Number Of Photographs 19 Continuous Shooting 31 D Date amp Time 13 49 Deleting Deleting All Images 23 Deleting A Single Photo 23 Deleting Frames 30 Deleting Video Clip 38 Dial Switch Photo Mode 15 17 18 20 22 26 28 30 36 Playback Mode 23 28 36 37 38 40 41 45 46 Setup Mode 16 30 47 51 Video Clip Mode 37 Digital Zoom 18 Direct Printing Direct Printing From Camera To Printer 24 39 Direct Printing Messages 58 Head Cleaning 44 High Speed Printing 43 List Of Compatible Printers 39 Pick Images 40 Printer Utilities 44 Print Image Framer P I F Printing 41 42 Printing Selected Images 40 Printing The Date 43 Printing The Image Seen On The LCD Monitor 40 Print Settings 42 Selecting Print Borders 43 Setting Paper Size 43 Test Printing For Nozzle Check 44 Displaying On A Tv 24 Displaying Recorded Image Data 36 DPOF Digital Print Order Format DPOF 46 DPOF Printing Option
14. See page 34 Select a higher light sensitivity setting This is especially useful when it s impossible to use a flash See page 33 THE IMAGE IS TOO BRIGHT check Did you have to point the camera toward a strong bright light Move your subject so the light is behind the camera TN i 56 TROUBLESHOOTING O D O A Avoid using the flash for close ups Set the control for NO FLASH See page 19 If the image is too dark increase the light sensitivity setting See page 33 check Adjust the exposure control in the direction You can increase brightness by adjusting the Ev control See page 34 D PART OF THE IMAGE IS MISSING check Was your finger covering the lens m When you take photos using the viewfinder it is possible that fingers E straps or pieces of clothing may be partially covering the lens check Are you looking straight through the viewfinder 37 You can misjudge the composition of the picture if you are looking 9 through the viewfinder at an angle or holding the camera away from yourface check _ Is the subject of the picture very close to the camera When the object is less than 1 meter from the lens you may be 8 experiencing parallax problems See page 17 You may want to compose the shot using the LCD monitor See page 15 THE IMAGE COLOR IS WRONG check sthe white balance set correctly gt e If you use the AUTO setting under fluorescent lighting conditio
15. a memory card Detailed information can be found through EPSON s web site online help ALERT The following instructions assume that you have already loaded frames from a SD memory card into the camera s own memory ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 29 DELETING FRAMES How to delete frames that are stored in the camera s memory or the memory card You must do this in order to add new frames when either memory is already full Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Using the AY buttons select P I F Frames then press either the button or the 4 FLASH button 2 To delete the frames stored in the camera s memory use the AV buttons to select the frames you don t want You can also press the FLASH button in order to access In Memory Card Note To delete P I F frames stored in the memory card use the button to select In Memory Card Use the AY buttons to select the frames you don t want You can also press the amp FLASH button in order to access In Camera 3 To delete the selected frame press the Y MACRO button A confirm message appears on the monitor Press the FLASH button to confirm deletion Press the amp MACRO button to stop the deletion process INSTALLING FRAMES How to install frames from the memory card to the camera s memory or vice versa You can store up to 2 frames in the camera Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Using
16. batteries See page 48 INITIAL SETTINGS 3 Setting the Video Out Signal The first time you use the camera you must set the following three A items You will only need to do this once Video Out The last screen will say Video Out Use the AY buttons to highlight lt button PAL or NTSC Then press A button the 4 FLASH button to save See gt button page 50 Initial settings are complete MACRO button FLASH button 1 Selecti L electing a Language Language The first time you turn on the POWER the Language screen appears Use the AV buttons to select English then press the FLASH button See page 50 id ai spa o AA English Frangais Deutsch 2 Setting Date amp Time Next the screen Date Time will appear with the year highlighted Use the AY buttons to change the numbers Use the 4 gt buttons to highlight the next item Press the FLASH button to save the settings Press the Y MACRO button to return to previous settings Hold down the AY buttons to scroll faster Date Time 2003 1 1 00 00 You may change these settings at a later date See page 49 CAMERA SETUP 13 Chapter 2 STANDARD OPERATION How to use in the automatic mode HOLDING THE CAMERA RELEASING THE SHUTTER There is no special picture taking stance for this particular camera but it is useful to know these basic techniques for taking good pictures in general Good Form For Taking Horizontal Shots
17. by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION s operating and maintenance instructions 4 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Trademarks EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION DPOF is a trademark of CANON INC Eastman Kodak Company Fuji Photo Film Co Ltd and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd The PRINT Image Framer is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION The PRINT Imag
18. card is locked the message This memory card is write protected appears on the monitor RULES FOR NAMING FILES Cumulative function Explanation of the rules for naming files The format for an image file name must always be EPSNXXXXXX xxx Pictures image files and linked files are automatically numbered by the camera When the setting for File Number Reset is ON the numbers are counted from EPSN0001 xxx in each new folder When File Number Reset is OFF the numbering is cumulative For example if the last picture on one memory card is ESPN0500 jpg the picture on a new card will be numbered ESPN0501 jpg ALERT Memory cards and file names Ll If you change the name of a file on the memory card the camera may have trouble retrieving that file L When folder numbers reach 999 or file numbers reach 9999 you will not be able to add any more photos to that memory card Replace it with a new one L1 When you copy any data to a computer be sure that the same file name number doesn t already exist in your picture directory The newly copied file could overwrite the existing one and you would lose it 50 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS RESETTING FILE NUMBERS It is possible to reset the sequence of image file numbers FYI About file numbers Picture files are automatically numbered so that no two files can have the same number They are numbered in the order in which they are shot Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and
19. could short circuit the batteries Do not put the batteries near or into fire or water Read all relevant safety and operating instructions before using the batteries Do not use manganese batteries IEC R6 Do not charge primary non rechargeable batteries LL LL L L To avoid fire or electric shock do not use batteries that are leaking or damaged in any way Do not handle the batteries with wet hands or use them near water Do not expose the batteries to water or high humidity Do not place the batteries near or into heat sources or fire Do not drop puncture disassemble mutilate or short circuit batteries To protect against short circuiting do not remove the outside sleeves of the batteries Prevent the batteries from coming into contact with metal objects which could short circuit the batteries such as coins or keys Do not insert batteries into wall outlets or other power sources such as car cigarette lighter sockets Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly to a battery Replacing the batteries You can replace them with any of the following batteries Single use AA alkaline batteries Rechargeable AA Ni MH batteries Rechargeable AA nickel manganese batteries Note Battery life varies depending on the battery type and the manufacturer L L L LLL L L If you use rechargeable batteries in the L 400 replace them with four fully charged batteries If you find that your batteries run out soon after r
20. oxidized you should wipe them with a clean dry cloth If the battery terminal is dirty it may shorten the life of the battery CAUTION NEVER use volatile chemicals such as alcohol paint thinner or benzine They will damage the camera exterior The same is true for the battery compartment 52 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION STORING THE CAMERA CAUTION Ea The camera is made of precision electronic components sensitive to strong magnetic fields Be careful where you store it Please refer to the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed at the beginning of this User s Guide For more information see page 60 for the CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPPORT section Store the camera in a cool and dry location and remove the batteries to prevent corrosion or leaks if you will not be using the camera for a long period of time SPECIFICATIONS L 400 General Dimension Weight Power supply External power supply Recording media Image recording capacity 105mm Width x 60mm height x 31 5mm Depth except parts that stick out 185g without batteries memory card and strap AA size alkaline batteries x 4 AA size Ni MH batteries x 4 AA size nickel manganese batteries x 4 can not use AA size manganese battery and lifhium batteries Dedicated AC Adapter Model A211H Input AC 100V 240V 50 60Hz Output DC 6 0V 2 0A Power consumption 0 3A 16W Temperature 5 to 35 C Dimensions 43 x 104 x 31mm SD Memory Card max 512MB MultiMedia Card MMC max
21. still images and VIDEO CLIP sequences will playback continuously 2 Pressthe 4 FLASH button to start the slide show Press the Y MACRO button to pause the slide show Press the amp MACRO button again to restart the slide show Press the 4 FLASH button to quit the slide show 22 STANDARD OPERATION QUICK PHOTO REVIEW How to review photos while still in PHOTO MODE Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON IISO AUTO eA sso MACRO button FLASH button Press the REVIEW button The LCD Monitor will change to REVIEW mode Use the T ZOOM button to enlarge the image w T Use the W ZOOM button to retum To normal size Buttons change the images MACRO button deletes the image REVIEW button returns to PHOTO mode A me E LE UA EMI 3 If there is still data left on the memory card the monitor will return DELETING FILES to the PLAYBACK mode screen If there is no data the message No Images will be displayed DELETING ALL IMAGES You can delete all images from memory at the same time Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and How to delete photos you don t want to keep DELETING A SINGLE PHOTO Deleting one image at a time Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON then turn the POWER ON 1 Select Delete with ZOOM button W ZOOM button T the Y MACRO button 12003 5 20 13 30 se So EC Press W on the ZOOM button in 4
22. subject will appear on the LCD monitor The explanation for turning ON the POWER will be omitted from now on 16 STANDARD OPERATION Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the LCD MONITOR See page 26 for the explanation for the DISPLAY button Center the subject in the focus frame The camera will set the focus on the image located in the exact center of the frame Press the SHUTTER button halfway to set the focus When focus is set the indicator light turns steady a beep will sound When the picture is not in focus the indicator light will flash and send signal by sound If this occurs take your finger off the shutter button and try refocus the picture Please note that the picture will not focus if your subject is closer than 50cm Use the MACRO mode See page 30 VIEWFINDER The viewfinder during shooting Indicator light green Press the SHUTTER button all the way to take the photo The shutter sound indicates the shutter has released To turn off the shutter sound see page 47 You are ready for the next shot when the green light stops flashing 6 Besure to turn OFF the camera when you are finished by pressing the POWER button The lens will retract and the automatic cover will close The explanation for turning OFF the POWER will be omitted from now on ALERT When using the VIEWFINDER to take close up pictures there will be a slight difference between what you see and what the camera
23. the AV buttons select P I F Frames then press either the button or the 4 FLASH button 2 Whenyou wantto install frames from the memory card to the camera use the button to choose In Memory Card then use the AV buttons to select the desired frame Pressing the Y MACRO button will delete the frame 30 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Note To transfer the frames stored in the camera use the amp button to select In Camera Use the AY buttons to select the frames you want Pressing the amp MACRO button will delete the frame 3 Once you press the 4 FLASH button a confirmation message will appear on the monitor Press the FLASH button again to install the frame Press the Y MACRO button to stop the process Note If there is not enough memory space available on either the camera or the memory card the messages Not enough free space on the memory card or Not enough space in the camera s memory will appear on the monitor In this case you must delete any frames you don t need in order to make enough room for another frame MACRO MODE The MACRO mode allows you to focus on subjects at distances between 11 50cm 4 3 19 6 inch from the camera When shooting objects that are 50cm or more away from the camera reset the camera to NORMAL mode See page 15 TAKING PHOTOS IN MACRO MODE A Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON oS Press the amp MACRO button to switch to macro mode In M
24. the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and use the 4 buttons to select SO Sensivity 2 Using the AV buttons you may select the desired sensitivity from 100 200 or 400 HINT Situations for Manual Sensitivity Control LJ When the image is too dark but you can t use the flash Or when the image is blurry but you can t use the flash L1 When you must be moving the camera in order to get a shot OR when the object is blurry from moving at high speed L When you are anticipating problems in MACRO mode or any close up situation When you get blurry results in MACRO or any close up situation L When you want to record a distant object with the FLASH You can extend the range of the FLASH by increasing the sensitivity 34 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS MAKING EXPOSURE SETTINGS You adjust exposure to help control how much light falls on the CCD It influences the brightness of the entire image You usually don t need to make manual adjustments but it is possible to increase or decrease the exposure to suit a particular purpose It is recommended that these adjustments be used when shooting against the sun or when you have any very bright background where the automatic sensors may not work well ADJUSTMENTS Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and use the lt gt buttons to select EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT 2 Select the adjustment value using the AY buttons
25. then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor Use the AV buttons to choose File No Reset then use the 4 P buttons to choose either ON or OFF RESETTING VIDEO OUT You may have to reset the video out to match the national video system of wherever you may be showing pictures Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor Use the AV buttons to choose Video out Use the lt gt buttons to change the setting Note About Video Signals There are two available settings NTSC and PAL each used in different countries SETTING THE MENU LANGUAGE You can change the language displayed on the LCD monitor J Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Use the AY buttons to choose Language Use the button to select the language list 2 Use the AW4b buttons to highlight the language you want to use for the LCD monitor Press the 4 FLASH button to confirm the selection RESETTING CAMERA DEFAULTS How to reset the camera to the original factory default settings Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Usethe AY buttons to choose RESET DEFAULT Press the 4 FLASH button 2 To reset the camera to its original default settings press the Y MACRO button To cancel the def
26. use the correct cable to connect the camera to the printer Turn the printer on and put the printer on standby Refer to the printer manual ALERT The printing process quickly drains the battery Using the AC adaptor is recommended when The illustration depicts the connections when using the Stylus Photo 830U For other printers refer to the printer manuals DIRECT PRINTING 39 PRINTING THE IMAGE SEEN ON THE LCD MONITOR Only the images visible on the LCD monitor will be printed Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Pressing the q PRINT button changes the display to DIRECT PRINTING mode and highlights Displayed image 2 Press the PRINT button again to confirm selection Use the AV buttons to select the number of prints To change the print setting press the FLASH button or the MENU button See pages 40 42 45 Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 1 3 Press the PRINT button to begin printing Press the Y MACRO button to cancel printing PRINTING SELECTED IMAGES How to select and print an image Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the PRINT button to change the display to DIRECT PRINTING mode Press the Y MACRO button to return to PLAYBACK mode 2 Using the AY buttons select Select Images then press the rp PRINT button 3 Use the lt gt buttons to choose the images then use the AV buttons to enter the
27. way LIGHT SENSITIVITY A roll of film loaded in a camera has a fixed light sensitivity but the digital camera is more flexible You can change the light sensitivity for a specific purpose any time manually or let the camera select it automatically FYI In general setting higher ISO light sensitivity allows for easier focusing and less chance of blurring However your photos will appear grainier and you will lose color richness Think about the shooting conditions and the results you want before you set the ISO Y Image Quality Fine grain Beautiful Color Recording Conditions Super focus Less blurring ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 33 CHANGING TO AUTOMATIC SENSITIVITY MODE The camera is set in AUTO mode at the factory so there is no need to change anything to use this mode when you first begin This is the best setting for most picture taking The status is confirmed on the LCD monitor display You can set this function during shooting with the viewfinder Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and use the 4 buttons to select SO Sensitivity 2 Select AUTO by using the AY buttons SETTING LIGHT SENSITIVITY MANUALLY You can change the sensitivity to manual control Use this mode when you expect blurring problems from camera motion when you need to control depth of field and when you want to control FLASH range Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn
28. will disappear when you press the MENU button again 1 The VIDEO CLIP screen will Note appear on the LCD monitor VIDEO CLIP files are very large Be sure you have enough memory space before you begin ALERT Sound will be recorded along with the VIDEO CLIP Make sure that you are not covering the microphones when recording Image size Continuous Recording Time 320 x 240 Ak Approx 120 seconds 160 x 120 k Approx 300 seconds PLAYING BACK A CLIP You can watch a Video Clip using the LCD monitor Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 2 Pressthe SHUTTER button to begin recording the VIDEO CLIP The upper left corner of the monitor will display the VIDEO CLIP icon the indicator light blinks in red and the upper right corner will display the seconds remaining until the camera s memory is full 3 PresstheSHUTTER button again to stop recording 1 Selecta sequence using the lt gt buttons 2003 5 20 13 30 Information for the VIDEO CLIP BELL s i will appear on the LCD monitor After you have finished recording the sequence will be exported to the memory card After the export Delete p is completed you may continue recording ALERT When recording a VIDEO CLIP you must set the focus in the usual manner before recording Once you begin recording the focus cannot be changed and the zoom buttons will not work ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 37 Note 24 75 2003 5 20 13 30
29. working properly You can extend the time it takes before going into sleep status You can also turn it off Gee page 49 Are your batteries strong enough When the batteries are low the LCD monitor will turn off briefly while the camera recycles for the next shot THE LCD MONITOR IS HARD TO SEE check Have you tried adjusting the LCD monitor brightness level Adjust the LCD Brightness control See page 49 THE LCD MONITOR DISPLAYS VERTICAL LINES check Did you point the camera toward very bright light When you use the LCD monitor to take photos any very bright light may affect the CCD and cause the lines to appear on your screen They will NOT appear in the recorded image itself NO IMAGE APPEARS ON THE TV SCREEN WHEN THE CAMERA IS CONNECTED check Is the power switched on see Camera power won t turn on on page 54 and check the camera 0 check sthe camera connected correctly to the TV TV o n n n Q o O A TV o n o n Q D O TV o o nu n Check that the camera AV cable is connected properly at both ends See page 24 Is the TV set up to recognize the camera as a picture source Check that the TV video selector on your TV is on video See your TV instruction booklet for details Is the video out correctly selected on the camera Check to see that the video out control NTSC PAL is correctly set for the TV system of the country where you are sho
30. 1 OTHER P I F PRINTINGOPTIONS L 41 CHANGING THE FRAMES eri 42 PRINT SETTINGS c3 RN COP atei wees aud SR 42 HOW TO CHANGE PRINT SETIINGS ess 42 SELLING PAPER SIZE cipria 43 SELECTING PRINT BORDERS 43 PRINTING THE DATE sparata detest Olen eee TER RATS 43 FIGEFESPBED PRINTING sten uU de 43 PRENTER UTILEITIES uhr EE S Ted ua sib iem e tbe edt 44 PRINTER UTILITIES unco d a SER RIRs 44 TEST PRINTING FOR NOZZLE CHECK 44 HEAD CLEANING insti Sha E Ee pa SUP Rit eed 44 PRINT HEAD ALIGNMENT eeeee III 45 INK LEVEL CHECK 222346 45 Chapter 5 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS DIGITAL PRINT ORDER FORMAT DPOF 46 SAVING PHOTOS IN DPOF esee 46 SOUND AND SHUTTER SETTINGS ss 47 INSTALL CHANGE SHUTTER SOUND 47 REGISTER DELETE SOUND DATA ss 48 REGISTER SOUND DATA 14 1 doe v TREE ds 48 DELETE SOUND DAWA rosas 48 AUTO POWER GAY Bind e E Sae REESE 48 RESETTING THE AUTO POWER SAVE Less 49 DATE amp TIME AND DATE TIME FORMATS 49 ADJUSTING LCD BRIGHTNESS 0 00005 49 MEMORY CARD FORMATTING 49 RULES FOR NAMING FILES Cumulative function 50 RESETTING FIRE INU MBER Swot cal bere tados 50 RESETTING VIDEO OUT noe es dae iaia 50 SETTING THE MENU LANGUAGE LL 50 RESETTING CAMERA DEFAULTS 04 51 VERSION CONFIRMATION cece eens 51 App
31. 512MB Hitachi or SanDisk MMC caras v2 1 or later when using 16MB SD Memory Card standard 640 x 480 pixels 127 images Fine 1600 x 1200 pixels 35 images super fine 2304 x 1728 pixels 17 images New or formatted memory caras without any P I F data and images taken at normal compression Optical CCD Effective pixels Lens Aperture Viewfinder Focus Focal length shutter shutter soeed 1 2 5 inch color area CCD Primary color filter 4 07 megapixels f 5 6 to 16 8mm equivalent to a 34 to 102mm lens on a 35mm camera F2 8 WIDE to 4 9 TELE elements in 6 groups including 2 spherical lenses Wide angle F2 8 FA 8 Telephoto F4 9 F8 4 Real image optical view range approx 7776 Auto focus 0 5m to infinity 0 11 to 0 5m macro mode wide Mechanical shutter with electric iris still picture Normal mode Landscape mode Portrait mode Movie 1 32 1 6200 sec 1 2 1 2000 seconds 1 2 1 2000 seconds 1 2 1 2000 seconds Standards and Approvals EMC Directive 89 336 EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 55024 EN 61000 3 2 EN 61000 3 3 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 53 Appendix B TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING This manual has a list of common operating problems and simple solutions Look up the problem and see the appropriate manual page when necessary IF YOU RUN INTO TROUBLE LJ The list of common camera problems and solutions begins on page 57 _J For an explanation of error messages displayed on t
32. ACRO mode the zoom is automatically locked at W You will not be able to use the ZOOM buttons MACRO button DISPLAY button Even if you have turned off the LCD Monitor with the DISPLAY button the Y MACRO symbol will still visible ul dt S Y FOCUS AREA llem 50cm 00 4 3 inches 19 6 inches ALERT Remember the parallax problem when you take photos in the MACRO mode using the VIEWFINDER with the LCD monitor turned off See page 16 If the flash is used during very close shoots the picture may come out overexposed See page 19 for more detailed information on flash range CONTINUOUS SHOOTING You can record images continuously by holding down the SHUTTER button CONTINUOUS SHOOTING ALERT The flash will not work during continuous shooting Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Pressthe MENU button and select lL CONTINUOUS SHOOTING with the 4P buttons 2 Select ON with the AV buttons 3 While the SHUTTER button remains fully pressed images will be recorded continuously When the DISPLAY button is pressed the i CONTINUOUS symbol replaces the FLASH symbol CONTINUOUS IMAGE RECORDING TABLE COMPRESSION RESOLUTION standard Approx 30 Shots Approx 30 Shots super Fine ANA Approx 12 Shots Approx 6 Shots Fine Super Fine DIGITAL ZOOM X 3 Approx 30 Shots Approx 30 Shots Fine Super Fine DIGITAL ZOOM X 2 Approx 30 Shots Approx 20 Shots ALERT Th
33. CRO mode See page 30 focus frame Press the SHUTTER button fully to take the photo You will know the picture is recorded when you hear the shutter sound This sound may be turned off See page 47 Press the POWER button to turn the camera OFF when finished The lens will retract and the lens cover will close STANDARD OPERATION 15 TURNING THE QUICK VIEW ON OFF This system sends the recorded photo to the LCD monitor 3 seconds after the image is captured This function may be turned ON or OFF Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP mode and press the POWER button Use the AV BUTTONS to highlight QUICK VIEW Use the 4 BUTTONS to select ON OFF The recorded picture is displayed It will disappear after 3 seconds or after the shutter button is pressed halfway whichever is sooner When using only the VIEWFINDER the QUICK VIEW function will not work USING THE VIEWFINDER ONLY METHOD How to take photos using the viewfinder only with the LCD monitor turned off It is similar to using a standard range finder camera This saves battery power when compared to using the LCD monitor to compose your pictures CAUTION Be careful to avoid placing your fingers in front of the lens Do not try to extend or retract the lens manually This may damage the mechanism POWER button Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE 1 Press the POWER button to turn on the camera The lens will extend and the cover will open The
34. CT PRINTING process You can print directly from this camera to a printer without going through a computer Different models support different capabilities and hardware so please confirm the compatibility of your printer before using ALERT The correct cable to be used can vary depending on the printer model Please refer to the list below LIST OF COMPATIBLE PRINTERS L400 Compatible Printers Apr 2003 present Stylus Photo 935 to PC amp printer Stylus Photo 1290s Note The information and settings fixed with each image are recorded in Exif 2 2 format by this camera The information includes the SCENE mode and Lowlight scenes You can print with PRINT Image Matching on any printer supporting this system About Exif Print amp PRINT Image Matching PRINT Image Matching is a program that will works with your digital camera and printer to create truly beautiful pictures Pictures taken with this camera can be sent to the printer as is and it will print the image exactly the way the camera captured it For the most up to date information please go to the EPSON website ALERT When you print with a printer that does not support PRINT Image Matching or if you have made any changes using a photo software program the PRINT Image Matching parameters will not be followed The image will be treated printed as regular data and will not show the changes made in the camera DIRECT PRINTING PROCESS Please make sure to
35. ESSAGE PROBLEM amp SOLUTION No images Problem There are no images recorded on the memory card Solution Solution This image cannot Problem REA Solution Insert a memory card with images Also check the image after each shot to confirm The image file exists but can t be displayed Playback System See page 21 MESSAGE PROBLEM amp SOLUTION This file cannot be Problem This image has been locked to prevent deleted because deletion This file is locked or cannot be deleted Some files are locked or could not be deleted Solution Delete the image with the machine that took the image or locked it Problem some images on this card have been write protected oolution Delete the image with the device that took the image or locked if Problem The picture can t be viewed because there is no file or the link has been broken The necessary Frame file does not exist or is unusable The link has been broken or the frame itself has been deleted Replace or add a frame linked to this file See page 29 SET UP MODE MESSAGES MESSAGE PROBLEM amp SOLUTION Not enough free Problem Not enough memory left on the card to record space on the the picture memory card Solution Either delete some pictures or reformat the card See page 23 Solution Not enough free Problem space in the camera s memory Not enough camera memory to transmit the frame Delete one or m
36. Images Approx 35 Images Approx 17 Images Super Fine AA Approx 17 Images Approx 00 Images Frame data will also be installed on the provided SD Memory card This may reduce the total indicated on the table ALERT n The numbers are the result of factory tests made by the manufacturer LJ The numbers on the LCD monitor are only a guide The actual numbers may vary LA The numbers on the LCD monitor may vary with image capture settings LA The number on the LCD monitor may change after each picture is taken Each one will take up different amounts of memory The number is calculated based on the factory average LJ When you take VIDEO CLIPS the amount of pictures you can take will change drastically See page 37 for more detailed information on VIDEO CLIPS LJ The number of the sheets which can take pictures is a maximum of 9999 FYI Comparing the SD and MultiMedia Memory Cards You may use both the SD Memory card and the MultiMediaCard MMC with this camera The SD Memory card is quite fast and has the ability to hold large amounts of data The MultiMedia Card uses less power so that the batteries last longer If you decide to buy a new memory card the SD Memory card is recommended for its speed and ability to lock and protect your data See page 50 FLASH CONTROL You can change the flash setting by pushing the FLASH button and observing the icons on the LCD monitor The mode changes each time you press the FLASH bu
37. MORY CARD Copy sound data to a memory card Refer to EPSON S Internet Online Help Menu for details Register sound data in the camera body from the memory card Finally transfer the alternate sounds data from the mernory card to your camera Delete Register Sound Data see page 48 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS 47 REGISTER DELETE SOUND DATA You can take the same procedure to change both shutter sound and photo preparation sound Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Use the AV buttons and select a Shutter Sound Focus Lock Sound or Self Timer Sound 2 Use the 4 buttons and select the item to change You can select the item in the order as beep sound sound1 gt sound2 You can register sound1 and sound2 3 Press the 4 FLASH button The sound data registered in the camera body is displayed 4 Use the button and display the sound data in the memory card The next steps are all continued from step 5 Note If the sound data had the same name as one in the camera body a message on overwriting confirmation will be displayed Press the amp FLASH button to confirm the new sound with replacing the old sound of the same number REGISTER SOUND DATA 5 Use the AY buttons and select the sound data to register You can play the sound by pressing the S REVIEW button 6 Pressthe 4 FLASH button A copy confirmation request me
38. O MODE and then turn the POWER ON Press the DISPLAY button to turn the operation icons ON or OFF Each time you press the DISPLAY button the monitor cycles between operation Icons ML icons OFF and LCD monitor OFF DISPLAY button v LCD monitor OFF 26 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS MENU i FUNCTION Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and the MENU shows up on the LCD monitor Each time you press the MENU button you can turn the MENU ON or OFF Operation Icon ON Operation Icon OFF LCD monitor OFF lt SCENELE zm Normal Lo Landscape A Portrait La MENU button In PHOTO mode when you press the MENU button you may use the lt gt buttons to scroll through the menu Print Image Framer P 1 F FUNCTION In PLAYBACK mode the Menu items will become active each time you press the 4 buttons PRINT Image Framer P I F will link a frame to your picture as it is recorded You can then use the DIRECT PRINTING process to print the composite frame CRCR IMMER EE E 4 D iM OC enale HOO mode Menu for PLAYBACK mode PRINT Image Framer ILLUSTRATION Frame Finished P I F Composite Picture P scenes gt i Normal a Landscape 4A Portrait s Taken a photo Based on the Winnie the Pooh works by A A Milne and E H Shepard Use the buttons to scroll through Use the lt
39. PTICAL ZOOM and a 2X DIGITAL ZOOM 2 frames installed As DIGITAL ZOOM is available when to photo with LCD monitor maximum 9X ZOOM photo is possible Double digital magnification of 204 mm Triple digital magnification of 306 mm OPTICAL ZOOM RANGE 3X DIGITAL ZOOM 2X DIGITAL ZOOM 3X To zoom in press T To zoom in press T to zoom out press W to zoom out press W a Q Focal length covered by the 35mm optical zoom lens To activate DIGITAL ZOOM first press T zoom button to maximize the OPTICAL ZOOM release it then pressit again This produces 2X DIGITAL ZOOM Release and press again to achieve a 3X DIGITAL ZOOM To return to the normal OPTICAL ZOOM mode press the W zoorn button release andi press it again Note SL veut D o o Z SAN m e igital Zoom through the After pressing the MENU button use the OFF lt gt buttons to highlight Digital Zoom gi Using the WA buttons select either ON or OFF 18 STANDARD OPERATION Note When using digital magnification the digital zoom indicator will appear at the right side of T bar When 2X on the center 3X on the right side of T ALERT You can also use the Digital Zoom while shooting through the VIEWFINDER although all digitally enhanced images are inferior in resolution IMAGE CAPTURE SETTINGS Selecting the Resolution and Compression Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and use the
40. Select the last picture image to print with the next AW lt P buttons and press the FLASH button Note After Pick Images you can select each picture image and set the number to print for each of them PRINT Image Framer P I F PRINTING Images that have been taken in P LF mode must be printed using DIRECT PRINTING in order for the frame to show up on the print Any other printing method will break the link between the frame and the image and only the image will be printed with no frame Using DIRECT PRINTING Shooting in P I F mode l vw LEE amp sati ds Will be printed correctly Good Memary Printing through your computer al il ti RA sE When an image that has been taken in P L F mode is transferred to a computer the link is broken and the frame will nor be printed on the image Printing from the PRINTING WITH A Stylus Photo 935 memory card PC MET Frame will not be printed PRINTING AT A DIGITAL PRINT SHOP Frame will not be printed ALERT When images are shot in P I F mode and the data in the memory card is set in DPOF if the images are printed with a Stylus Photo 935 the first frame in the list till be selected PRINTING PRINT Image Framer P I F IMAGES PRINTING THE P I F IMAGE DISPLAYED ON THE LCD MONITOR How to print images taken in P I F by using the DIRECT PRINTING method Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Select a
41. T button to change the display to DIRECT PRINTING mode Press the amp MACRO button to return to PLAYBACK mode 2 Usethe AY buttons to select the print option then press the PRINT button 3 Press the MENU button or the FLASH button to go to PRINT SETUP Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 Press the lt gt buttons to go to the Select Images P LF or Utility screen The next steps are all continued from step 4 SETTING PAPER SIZE How to specify the size of the paper for your photo 4 Use the AY buttons and select Paper Size Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 5 Use the 4 buttons to change the settings Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 Note You can choose to print on any of two sizes of Premium Glossy paper 4 X 6 in Prem Glossy 10 X 15cm Prem Glossy Prem Glossy gt Prem Glossy SELECTING PRINT BORDERS You can print pictures with or without borders Not to be confused with frames borders refer to white spaces between the edges of the photo and the edges of the paper 4 Use the AY buttons and select Border Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 5 Use the 4 buttons to change the setting Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 PRINTING THE DATE All pictures taken have a record of the date Y M D or D H M You can choose to print t
42. TO TAKE A PHOTO check de Did you press the SHUTTER button completely Usually you should press the SHUTTER button halfway and hold it to set the focus then press the rest of the way to take a photo See page 14 When you press the SHUTTER button fully all at once it takes time to focus and set the exposure before the shutter releases It may seem to take longer than when you do it in two steps NO FLASH check The flash doesn t work Is the FLASH setting correct No Flash If the flash is set for external lights The camera s own flash will not go off Gee page 19 THERE IS NO PLAYBACK IMAGE ON THE LCD MONITOR check OS Q O O A Q D O A E g lt El O o O A O all H 2 D o Did you turn the DIAL SWITCH completely Turn the DIAL SWITCH carefully to PLAYBACK Be sure to press the POWER button fully Gee page 21 Is Power Saving turned on Turn off the Power Save function See page 49 Is the camera connected to a TV When the camera is operating on batteries only while connected to TV the LCD monitor is disabled Is the camera connected to a computer When the camera is connected to a computer the LCD monitor is disabled AFTER TAKING A PHOTO THROUGH THE LCD MONITOR THE DISPLAY PANEL DISAPPEARS check O Is Power Saving turned on If the power saving interval is set at 1 minute it may simply be that the power saving is
43. Table of Contents INSTRUCTION BOOK SYMBOLS eere IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT vic 23 75 23 etes WHEN USING THE STRAP Lee WHEN USING THE BATTERIES FOR USERS IN HONG KONG WHEN CHOOSING A POWER SOURCE EPSON FEATURES 444444329 398 t roion 4 1 LES e V ERE Chapter 1 CAMERA SETUP TOPVIEW ss seas ie ERICH S EOS ad the prb e BATTERIES AND MEMORY CARD INSTALLATION ACCESSING THE BATTERIES AND MEMORY CARD HOW TO INSERT AND REMOVE THE MEMORY CARD BALIERYSE CUP asias Dia BATTERY LIFE INDICATOR or aa SETTING UP YOUR CAMERA acepta TREES Shwe ees POWERON OFF spia tee Suo des ERST bep Es INUTAL SETTINGS 3302 he EE eek eee tek ERES Chapter 2 STANDARD OPERATION HOLDING THE CAMERA RELEASING THE SHUTTER FULL amp HALF SHUTTER BUTTON POSITONS CAMERA RANGE bridas ito Kaede qs 11 11 THE IMAGE SYSTEM eR oi ice ina ee e 15 TAKING PHOTOS USING THE LCD MONITOR 15 TURNING THE QUICK VIEW ON OFF esss 16 USING THE VIEWFINDER ONLY METHOD 16 IF THE CAPTURED IMAGE IS OUT OF FOCUS FRAME 17 OPTICAL ZOOM amp DIGITAL ZOOM LL 18 IMAGECAPIURESEETINGS 45i edu deutet uto te eu ms 18 CONFIRMING THE NUMBER OF PHOTOGRAPHS 19 FEASETCONTROB s rire reo ritenete 19 USING THE SELE TIMER sisi 20 PLAYBACK SISTE Mia 21 ONE BONE PLAYDACR ries sk AXES RR aa
44. ault resetting press the 4 FLUSH button VERSION CONFIRMATION How to confirm firmware version of this camera and display compatible printers J Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Usethe AY buttons to choose VERSION Press the FLASH button The firmware version number and compatible printers will appear on the LCD monitor To find a suitable printer confirm the types displayed on the EPSON Internet Home page 2 Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 1 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS 51 Appendix A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CLEANING THE CAMERA It is important to keep the camera clean so it will function well anytime you need it CAUTTON When performing any camera maintenance be sure to disconnect the AC adaptor Otherwise you could receive a shock WHEN THE CAMERA NEEDS CLEANING CLEANING THE CAMERA EXTERIOR Wipe the outside of the camera with a soft dry cloth If there is heavy soil use a cloth dampened with a natural detergent Wipe again with soft dry cloth To clean the lens make sure the camera is turned off then blow off any loose dust or dirt or use a lens and camera cleaning brush Next blow on the lens and wipe off all moisture with a soft dry cloth Clean the LCD monitor also with a soft dry cloth CLEANING BATTERY TERMINALS When the battery terminals or contacts on the battery cover and compartment become dark
45. button order to view 6 images at a time MACRO button FLASH button 2 Select Delete all files with the au 1 Select the photo you want to pum AY buttons ran r N delete with the 4 buttons 2003 5 20 13 30 Then press the Y MACRO 24 De button Press W on the ZOOM button in order to view 6 images at a time Delete all files SR fa E REESE AS Sy i X ot Yis Si Cancel 3 Press the FLASH button The message Delete all files will appear Press the amp MACRO button to delete all files Press the amp FLASH button to cancel the deleting process If the memory card has been locked by another camera the message Some files are locked or could not be deleted will appear on the monitor See page 57 Delete this file i 2 Using the AV buttons select Delete this file Press the FLASH button If you do not wish to delete any Delete this file files press the Y MACRO button Delete all files 4 Whenalltheimages have been deleted the message No Images will If the data has been taken by another appear on the monitor camera and has been locked the message This file cannot be deleted is OR ps because this file is locked or cannot be Cancel Delete deleted will appear See page 57 STANDARD OPERATION 23 USING YOUR IMAGES DISPLAYING ON A TV Use your AV cable to connect the camera to video display devices CAUTION Make sure the power is turned off before you begi
46. computer the link between the image and the frame will be broken DIRECT PRINTING FROM CAMERA TO PRINTER You can print a selected image easily by pressing the PRINT button on the camera Since it is a digital camera you can print selected pictures as you watch and make a collection of printed pictures without using a computer at all See page 39 USING THE AC ADAPTER How to connect the AC adapter When using the DIRECT PRINTING process or when you have connected the camera to a computer or TV the AC adapter can be used so that you do not have to worry about the life of the batteries in the camera HOW TO CONNECT THE AC ADAPTER ALERT JJ When connecting the AC adapter please make sure that the power on the camera has been turned off I When using the DIRECT PRINTING process using the AC adapter is recommended L1 The AC adapter DOES NOT recharge batteries installed in the camera AC Adapter MODEL No A211H AC Adapter AC Cable Connect the AC adapter as shown in the diagram g Dog CAUTION Do not use any equipment not listed in the manual See page 4 for safety instructions For the L 400 use only the provided AC adapter MODEL No A211H Also do not use this AC adapter for other electric devices STANDARD OPERATION 25 Chapter 3 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS DISPLAY amp MENU BUTTON SETTINGS Functions of the DISPLAY button and the MENU button DISPLAY pols FUNCTION Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOT
47. de to read DPOF files L1 You can remove the memory card from the camera and bring it to a local digital print service photo shop which will print the selected files ALERT Frame data cannot be read by DPOF printers Framed images may be printed only by DIRECT PRINTING methods See page 39 Note Select cancel the selection of all the image data to print Press the MENU button to change the display to Print Settings Use the 4 gt buttons to choose the Pick Images Press the Y MACRO button to return to DIRECT PRINTING mode n Using AY buttons select Set all image to one Cancel all images or Designate printing extent See page 40 Press the amp FLASH button to change the select images Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 1 SOUND AND SHUTTER SETTINGS You can choose one of the various Shutter Release sounds and or choose to turn shutter and other camera operation sounds on or off Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Use the AV buttons to choose Shutter Forcus Lock Self Timer or Sound Use the 4 buttons to change the settings Sound Settings DEFAULT SETTINGS SETTINGS INSTALL CHANGE SHUTTER SOUND You can change the preinstalled shutter and set up sounds as follows WEB Copy sound data to a computer Refer to the helo menu on EPSON S Internet website for instructions ME
48. e Framer will be abreviated within this User s Guide and will simply be called P LF MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark of Infineon Technologies AG Germany licensed to MMCA MultiMediaCard Association General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks Copyright 2003 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Nagano Japan IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Md Read all of these instructions before using this product and keep this guide handy for later reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this product and options WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT Note the following when using this product L To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove the cover of this product or options Do not open any compartments except as instructed in this User s Guide Do not insert objects into any openings To prevent fire or electric shock do not expose this product or options to rain or moisture To prevent fire or electric shock do not cover this product with a blanket or other covering that may give off an electric charge To prevent fire or explosion do not use this product where flammable or volatile gas is stored L L LL Do not use this product outdoors during a thunderstorm To prevent possible injury do not take flash pictures in close proximity to anyone s eyes L1 Remove t
49. e Matching 39 Q Quick Photo Review 22 Quick View 16 R Resetting Resetting Camera Defaults 51 Resetting File Numbers 50 Resetting The Auto Power Save 49 Resetting To Default Mode 36 Resetting Video Out 50 64 Resolution Fine Resolution 18 19 31 Standard Resolution 18 19 31 Super Fine Resolution 18 19 31 Rules For Naming Files 50 SCENE Modes Landscape Mode 32 53 Normal Mode 32 53 Portrait Mode 32 53 Selecting A Scene Mode 32 Self Timer Self Timer 20 Short Self Timer 20 Slow Shutter Speeds 19 Shutter Button Full Shutter 14 Half Shutter 14 Slide Show 22 Slow Syncro Shutter 20 32 Sound Forcus Lock Sound Settings 47 Install change Shutter Sound 47 Register delete Sound Data 48 Self Timer Sound Settings 47 Shutter Sound Settings 47 Sound Settings Sound Settings 47 Speaker Volume 38 Specifications 53 Standard Resolution 18 19 31 Super Fine Resolution 18 19 31 T Tables Approximate Number Of Images 19 Compression 19 31 Continuous Image Recording Table 31 Flash Range 20 Resolution 18 19 31 Shutter Sound Settings 47 Sound Settings 47 Video Clip Resolution 37 Taking Photos Taking Photos In MACRO Mode 30 Taking Photos Using The LCD Monitor 15 Taking Photos Using The Viewfinder 16 Tv 24 U Utilities Head Cleaning 44 Ink Level Check 45 Printer Utilities 44 Print Head Alignment 45 Test Printing For Nozzle Check 44 V Video Clip Deleting Video Clip 38 Playing Back A Clip 37 Rec
50. e total number of shots will vary according to quality compression the amount of memory left on the memory card and the shooting conditions ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 31 SCENE MODES When using a programmed SCENE mode the camera is automatically configured to the best image capture settings for the situation Normal Mode Landscape Mode Portrait Mode Selecting the right mode helps you take the best photos automatically And when combined with P I M printing See page 39 the result will be terrific SELECTING A SCENE MODE Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Pressthe MENU button and select e Scene mode using the 4 gt lt a buttons 2 Use the AV buttons to select the E specific SCENE mode you desire Normal Landscape A Portrait A L Note FLASH control in SCENE mode Any flash settings See page 19 can be used in SCENE mode Please note that using either the NO FLASH or FORCED FLASH settings in dark scenes will lengthen the time of exposure shutter speed up to 1 2 sec which may lead to blurring The use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blurring 32 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS NORMAL MODE This mode is best for most shooting The FLASH works automatically based on the available light on the subject The SHUTTER speed is also selected to minimize blurring LANDSCAPE MODE This mode is best for broad landscapes The FLASH is deactivated and the depth of fi
51. echarging them a number of times make sure you discharge them completely before recharging Handling the batteries Keep the battery ends clean by wiping them with a dry cloth W SATA G Do not apply heat or force to batteries and do not disassemble drop short circuit or put batteries into fire or water LJ Do not keep batteries loose in your pockets L1 Do not mix different types of batteries this can cause fire or explosion LJ Always use batteries from the same package as a set Do not mix old and new batteries Storing the batteries If you do not plan to use the camera for a long period of time remove the batteries and store them at a low temperature in a dry location W WARNING LJ Do not store batteries with metal objects which could short circuit the batteries Avoid storing batteries in extremely hot or humid locations Store batteries out of reach of children DEL Always remove the batteries from the camera and charger before storing Batteries left in your camera and charger for a long time may leak and cause damage Disposing of the batteries Before disposing of batteries make sure you discharge them completely WARNING Md L1 Be sure to securely cover the end of each battery with tape to prevent combustion or explosion when disposing LJ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions and in compliance with all applicable laws Contact your local governmen
52. eld is increased In low light the shutter speed is slower so you can take night ANS scenes Use a tripod to prevent NS blurring PORTRAIT MODE This mode is designed for personal portraits The depth of field is reduced 1 3m and the FLASH is automatically set to reduce red eyes When using the FORCED FLASH in dark settings the SLOW SYNCRO SHUTTER feature is set See page 19 allowing you to take shots with a brighter background The use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blurring ALERT When any SCENE mode is set selecting MACRO shifts the camera settings to NORMAL mode If you cancel the MACRO the camera settings remains in NORMAL mode Note When using SCENE mode Using SCENE modes together with Exif 2 2 software and PRINT Image Matching II will provide the best possible printing results Note Other camera settings and functions in SCENE mode The Self timer Exposure Adjustment Resolution Continuous Shooting Digital Zoom Frames etc are not affected by the SCENE mode WHITE BALANCE The white balance function adjusts the camera for different kinds of lighting It makes white look the same color in any situation The camera has two white balance modes automatic and manual In manual mode you can change the color settings according to your own needs FYI White Balance and Color Temperatures Light comes in a range of colors from high temperature sources like the sun which are bluer to low temp
53. endix A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CLEANING THE CAMERA aussi cham eee cee 52 WHEN THE CAMERA NEEDS CLEANING 52 STORING THE CAMERA 0 cece eee eens 52 SPECIFICATIONS 6 400 cias AS 53 Appendix B TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING aia Ive Sn pc eee edel 54 IF YOU RUN INTO TROUBLE ss sro sortie pss 54 BEFORE YOU CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT 54 CAMERA BODY PROBLEMS LL 54 IMAGE PROBLEMS 005 628 tsb dee be Saeed ie eeet SATUS 56 PRENTING PRODBDBNMIS cocaina 56 LIS TOF ERROR MESSAGES 40d 57 PHOTO MODE MESSAGES sapito dro 57 PLAYBACK MODE MESSAGES LL 57 SET UP MODE MESSAGES 57 DIRECT PRINTING MESSAGES LL 58 EPSON INFORMATION CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT 60 ONDEX 5452560596 eee ee ee ey Ad eee are er eer eer 62 INSTRUCTION BOOK SYMBOLS The symbols used in this book are explained below Symbols Required Reading WARNING wW Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury CAUTION Necessary to avoid damaging the camera and or other devices ALERT Necessary to ensure correct camera function Very Useful Information Note Useful extra information FYI For Your Information Technical terms and professional concepts HINT This suggestion will improve your photography Copyrights and Trademarks Copyrights All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or
54. era s function The printer isn t made for direct printing Make sure the printer supports direct printing before you buy it The printer cannot print because the components within the printer need adjusting Turn the printer off for a few seconds then turn the power back on If the error message still appears consult the shop you bought your printer from or the Epson Customer Support TROUBLESHOOTING 59 EPSON INFORMATION CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If your EPSON product is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your product documentation contact customer support services for assistance If customer support for your area is not listed below contact the dealer where you purchased your product Customer support will be able to help you much more quickly if you give them the following information LJ Product serial number The serial number label is usually on the back of the product Product model Product software version Click About Version Info or similar button in the product software Brand and model of your computer Your computer operating system name and version Names and versions of the software applications you normally use with your product For users in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Telephone UK 08701 637 766 LLL LL The Republic of Ireland 01 679 9016 60 EPSON INFORMATION For users in the Middle Eas
55. erature incandescent light bulbs which are redder The human eye adapts to these differences automatically so things usually look the same color to us under most lighting conditions The camera s light sensors however must sometimes be set to reproduce the truest colors under certain conditions AUTOMATIC WHITE BALANCE In this mode the camera automatically senses the light source and corrects the colors so you get the same white in any lighting situation We recommend that you regularly use the camera in this mode Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and use the 4P buttons to select WB WHITE BALANCE 2 Select AUTO by using the AY buttons SELECTING WHITE BALANCE MANUALLY You can select specialized white balance settings to achieve truer colors in certain conditions DAYLIGHT CLOUDY INCANDESCENT and FLUORESCENT Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and use the 4P buttons to select WHITE BALANCE 2 Using the AY buttons select the best choice among auto daylight cloudy incandescent and fluorescent HINT Effective use of manual WHITE BALANCE LJ Pictures taken under fluorescent light tend to turn out greenish Use the FLUORESCENT setting to correct for this LA Incandescent light tends to make subjects appear reddish yellow Using the DAYLIGHT setting will allow reddish yellow colors of sunset to stay that
56. f once and will go off again when the picture is taken This will help to reduce red eye phenomenon Forced Flash The flash will go off at any time no matter the brightness Use it when the background is bright or when you are 4 shooting against the sun When used in dark settings the length of exposure becomes longer changing into Slow synchro Shutter Shooting Please note that these shots may become blurred Flash Range ISO Sensitivity standard Sensitivity High Sensitivity ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO Sensitivity See page 33 super High Sensitivity 20 STANDARD OPERATION USING THE SELF TIMER Use the self timer when you are recording an image of yourself or a group that includes you Also this feature will eliminate blurring Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON MENU Button ug M al Oo 2 1 Press the MENU button and select SELF TIMER by using the 4 buttons 2 Select either 2 sec or 10 sec by using the AY buttons HINT Short Self Timer Shots taken at night at sunset or in MACRO mode can easily become blurred The shot often becomes blurred when the camera moves because the shutter is open while the shutter button is pressed down When using the Short Self Timer the shutter is set to release 2 seconds after the button has been pressed helping you to take photos that are not blurred The light will flash quickly for 2 seconds before the shutter e
57. h Note On the LCD monitor the frame will show up as a color image 28 To return to normal view press the Y MACRO button ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 1 Choose PREVIEW by using the FLASH button If there are no images with frames attached the PREVIEW menu will not appear Press W on the ZOOM button in order to view 6 images at a time 2003 5 20 13 30 2 The image will appear with the frame attached Note The frame cannot be changed at this time but it can be changed or deleted before printing See page 42 Press the Y MACRO button to return to PLAYBACK mode HINT Pressing the T zoom button will zoom in on the picture while pressing the W will zoom out of the picture You may shift the portion of the picture inside the frame using the AW buttons REPLACING FRAMES In order to add or change the frames loaded in the camera s memory you must ready a memory card that already has replacement frames in memory Frames can be found in the included CD ROM or on the EPSON website USING THE CD ROM ALERT You will need a computer with a CD ROM drive You will also need to have installed PRINT Image Framer Tool beforehand Download to a memory card For detailed information refer to the online help for EPSON PRINT Image Framer Tool DOWNLOADING FROM THE WEB ALERT You will need a computer that is connected to the Internet You will need to install PRINT Image Framer Tool Download to
58. he LCD monitor see page 57 CAUTION If any of the following occurs to the camera immediately take out the batteries disconnect AC adapter or recharger plug and take the camera to the store where you bought it or call the EPSON customer service center L If the camera itself recharger or AC adapter begins to heat up to excessively high temperatures or if the case changes shape L fit starts to smell funny gives offa strange sound or begins to smoke Internal electricity is high voltage so do not take it apart to avoid the possibility of electrocution BEFORE YOU CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT Before calling the customer support with questions or for repair refer to the List of Error Messages If you cannot find the answer even after checking through this list contact the appropriate place for answers If your camera breaks down You cannot personally fix or replace parts within the camera itself If your camera breaks down or needs to be looked at take it to the store where you bought it or contact the EPSON customer service center For the number of EPSON customer support see page 60 54 TROUBLESHOOTING CAMERA BODY PROBLEMS CAMERA POWER WON T TURN ON check ts Did you insert the batteries correctly Check the direction of the battery poles to be sure they are inserted correctly See page 11 Do you have enough battery life The low battery icon d 4l on the display panel indicates when the battery p
59. he POWER ON The SETUP menu will come up on the monitor Use the AV buttons to choose LCD Brightness Use the lt gt buttons to change the settings 2003 5 20 13 30 T ae ENS 24 15 gt 3 Darker LCD monitor Brighter LCD monitor B MEMORY CARD FORMATTING You can reset the card to its default status ALERT LJ Everything on the card will be completely deleted LJ Please note that when a memory card is formatted all the data that was included in the card at the factory like the PRINT Image Framer frames will also be deleted Back up desired images by exporting them to a computer before you reformat Never format a camera memory card using a computer Use this camera only Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Choose Format Card using the AV buttons the press either the or 4 FLASH button 2 The message All data on the memory card will be erased will appear Press the Y MACRO button to go ahead with the formatting If you wish to cancel the Format action press the FLASH button ADDITIONAL SETTINGS 49 Note SD MEMORY CARD LOCKING MECHANISM How to protect your precious photos from accidental deletion Slide the small switch on the side of the SD memory card in the direction of the arrow to the LOCK position Images will not be able to be deleted or overwritten If you try to take a photo when the
60. he batteries from and or unplug this product and refer DO servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions The power cord or plug is damaged liquid has entered this product or its options this product or its options have been dropped or the case damaged this product or its options do not operate normally or exhibit a distinct change in performance this product or its options emit unusual noises odors or smoke L1 Never adjust controls that are not mentioned in the operating instructions LJ Ifthe liquid crystal solution contained in the LCD monitor leaks out and gets on your hands wash them thoroughly with soap and water If it gets into your eyes flush them immediately with water LJ Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder Doing so could damage your eyes WHEN USING THE STRAP Note the following when using this product s strap LJ Do not swing this product about Doing so could damage this product or other objects or cause injury LJ Do not pull or tighten the strap too much when wearing it Doing so could cause serious injury L1 Keep the strap away from children WHEN USING THE BATTERIES Note the following when using batteries LJ Only use the batteries in EPSON Digital Cameras as specified in this manual To guard against short circuiting do not remove the outside sleeves of the batteries Keep the batteries from making contact with metal objects such as coins or keys which
61. he black cartridge following the printer instruction booklet The printer is out of colored ink Replace the colored cartridge s following the printer instruction booklet An ink cartridge is missing or not set properly in the printer set or reset ink cartridge s following the printer instruction booklet The paper isn t set properly in the printer set or reset the paper following the printer instruction booklet A sheet of paper has jammed during printing Clear the jam following the printer instruction booklet You have selected an image that can t be printed select another image TROUBLESHOOTING There is no response from the printer Could not print Try printing again Could not print A communication error has occurred xx images could not be printed Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Turn the printer off for a few seconds then turn the power back on If the error message still appears turn the power off and check to see if there is anything packing materials paper stuck inside the printer Then turn the power back on The printer has frozen and won t communicate with the camera Check the camera to printer connection Check that the printer power is turned on See the printer instruction booklet for further details If the printer is in the middle of printing something it ma
62. he date record on your pictures 4 Usethe AY buttons and select Date Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 5 Use the 4 buttons to change the settings Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 ALERT This camera can combine a photo and a frame so the user can print it with DIRECT PRINTING mode If the user tries to choose Date to Print with the frame the date is not printed because the frame composition takes precedence HIGH SPEED PRINTING You may print your pictures faster but the quality will be affected HIGH SPEED OFF produces higher quality prints 4 Use the AY buttons and select Mode Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 5 Use the 4 buttons to change the settings Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 ALERT LJ The finished product may vary slightly depending on the size of paper or the type of printer you use LA The P I F image you see in the LCD monitor may vary from the printed outcome L If the user selects High Speed mode on the camera StylusPhoto935 prints the image in high quality mode If selects Normal Speed mode on the camera StylusPhoto935 prints in super high quality mode DIRECT PRINTING 43 PRINTER UTILITIES You may use a range of supported printer utilities PRINTER UTILITIES Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON PRINT butto
63. lay 6 images at once Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the W ZOOM button to display 6 images at once 24 75 2003 5 20 13 30 3 n E 4 A a za i P lt e tiie I Xe lt a La 2 Change the images by pressing the AV4 P buttons To display only a single image press the T ZOOM button Note The following symbols may appear on the LCD monitor VIDEO CLIP data See page 37 P LF Frame See page 27 tm Cannot be displayed or printed data LCD MONITOR IMAGE ENLARGEMENT How to magnify captured images up to 4X Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON Press the T ZOOM button The T button enlarges the image the W button reduces it If you continue to press the W button the image will return to normal size Move the indication area with the AV lt gt buttons Each time you press the DISPLAY button the information icons on the LCD Monitor can be turned on or off STANDARD OPERATION 21 SLIDE SHOW You can pan back photos in a series You can also rotate photos Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 2003 5 20 13 30 apa MACRO button FLASH button 1 Pressthe MENU button and select SLIDE SHOW with the 4 gt buttons Note When viewing still images during the slide show the pictures will be shown for 3 seconds Once the slide show starts both
64. me installed in the camera SD Memory Card 1416 MB memory card SD Mernory Card AC Adapter A21 1H AC Adapter AC Cable The AC power cord packed with your adapter is designed to match the voltage of the country of purchase CAMERA SETUP 9 TOP VIEW Eyelet For Attaching Strap Light Sensor Built in Flash Lens lens Cover Microphone 10 Illumination Light Battery Memory Card Cover CAMERA SETUP Tripod Mount Dial Switch Video Clip Mode A Dial Switch Photo Mode speaker Playback Mode Set up Mode e Power Button Viewfinder Shutter Button Print button Menu On off Button Zoom Button Indicator lights Connector Cover Macro Button Flash Button Review Button LCD Monitor Display Memory Card Button Access Light ie Multi selector nside the Connector Cover Multi Selector AV Connector Button A Button Digital Interface Connector Button AC Adapter Connector v Button BATTERIES AND MEMORY CARD INSTALLATION ACCESSING THE BATTERIES AND MEMORY CARD ALERT Be sure the camera is turned OFF before opening and closing the battery memory card cover Opening the cover Slide the Battery Memory Card Cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing down on it Closing the cover Slide the Battery Memory Card Cover in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place HOW TO INSERT AND REMOVE THE MEMORY CARD The mem
65. n Open the connector cover carefully to avoid damaging it Open the connector cover and connect the AV cable from the camera to the TV Sound White Jack Video Yellow Jack Note Be sure the Video out setting matches your country s TV technical standard It has been set to NTSC the Japanese standard at the factory To change the setting see page 50 EXPORTING IMAGES TO A COMPUTER How to copy your images directly to your computer CAUTION Make sure the power is turned off before you begin Open the connector cover carefully to avoid damaging it Open the connector cover and connect the PC cable from the camera to the computer Depending on the OS of your computer you may have to install driver software The driver software can be found on the CD ROM that is included For more instructions refer to your Digital Camera Software Guide 24 STANDARD OPERATION WORKING WITH IMAGES ON A COMPUTER EPSON Photo 4 and EPSON PhotoQuicker digital photo software is included with your camera EPSON Photo 4 Features This software allows you to store review and arrange your digital camera images easily Please read the instructions that come with the disk EPSON PhotoQuicker Features This software will print and enhance your images just like your local photo shop Please read the instructions that come with the disk Note When images that were taken using the P I F mode are copied to your
66. n MENU button uu Li gt MANU v n i we YU E ss ER MACRO button FLASH button 1 Press the PRINT button to change the display to DIRECT PRINTING mode Press the Y MACRO button to return to PLAYBACK mode 2 Usethe AY buttons to select the print option then press the Gp PRINT button 3 Press the MENU button or the FLASH button to go to PRINT SETUP Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 4 Press the button to go to the Utility screen Press the button to go to the Print Setup screen The next steps are all continued from step 5 44 DIRECT PRINTING TEST PRINTING FOR NOZZLE CHECK You can use the Nozzle Check to test the printer when there is a problem with the printed image 5 Use the AV buttons and select Nozzle Check Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 6 Press the 4 FLASH button The message Print a Nozzle Check pattern Load A4 or Letter size paper will appear on the monitor Place the paper in the printer and then press the 4 FLASH button to print the Nozzle Check pattern To check the printed Nozzle Check pattern or to fix any gaps refer to the instructions provided with your printer ALERT If the printer you are using does not support the Nozzle Check feature the message This function cannot be performed from the camera with the printer you are using will appear on the monitor In this case refer to
67. n image taken in P I F and display it on the monitor MENU button PRINT button MACRO button FLASH button 2 Press the q PRINT button to display the DIRECT PRINTING screen Press the Y MACRO button to return to PLAYBACK mode 3 Press the PRINT button again to print the image Press the MENU button to change the print settings 5ee page 40 42 45 Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 OTHER P I F PRINTING OPTIONS You can also print all or only a selected set of images taken in P LF mode Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the PRINT button The LCD monitor will show the print screen Press the W MACRO button to return to PLAYBACK mode DIRECT PRINTING 41 2 Usethe AY buttons to select the print option then press the PRINT button If you choose Select Images only those you mark will be printed together with their frames Images not taken in P I F will be printed normally You can also print multiple copies of each See page 40 3 Press the Gp PRINT button to begin the printing process Press the MENU button or the FLASH button to change the print settings See pages 42 45 Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 ALERT If any DPOF files See page 46 exist a message will appear asking whether you would like the settings to be used If you choose not to use the settings all images will be set at 0 CHANGING THE FRAMES Frames ma
68. ns the image is balanced only for green light Instead use the FLUORESCENT setting and the camera will adjust to the specific florescent source in your scene Use the INCANDESCENT when you want to keep the reddish orange hues that come from shooting at sunset PRINTING PROBLEMS See page 44 or your printer instruction booklet for details LIST OF ERROR MESSAGES Follow the appropriate instructions below when the error message appears PHOTO MODE MESSAGES MESSAGE PROBLEM amp SOLUTION Thismemory cardis Problem Memory card is locked write protected BRE Unlock the memory card by hand See page 50 Memory card Problem Unspecified memory card problem error Check the memory card No memory card Problem inserted solution The memory card Problem is full solution Remove the card and replace it See page 11 Contact the card maker The camera has no memory card inserted Insert a memory card See page 11 No more room for data on the memory card solution Make room by deleting data See page 23 or export the data to your computer and then reformat the card See page 49 No Frames Problem No frames stored in the camera solution Load up to 2 frames into the camera See page 30 This Frame file Problem The camera doesn t support the PIF frame cannot be used Miei Reload with different frame that can be used with this camera See page 30 PLAYBACK MODE MESSAGES M
69. ns and select the number lined up closest with the printed pattern Press the button to return to step 6 Press the 4 FLASH button to return to step 2 to confirm the new result of Print Head Alignment Also press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 without changing to a new Print Head Alignment ALERT If the printer you are using does not support the Gap adjustment feature the message This function cannot be performed from the camera with the printer you are using will appear on the monitor Print Head Alignment is only available on the stylus photo 830 INK LEVEL CHECK you can check the remaining amount of ink 5 Usethe AY buttons and select Ink Level Check Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 6 Press the 4 FLASH button The remaining amount of ink will appear on the LCD monitor Note The following icons may appear on the LCD monitor WV Ink level is low Printer is out of ink ERROR 7 Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 5 DIRECT PRINTING 45 Chapter 5 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS DIGITAL PRINT ORDER FORMAT DPOF DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format This format allows you to record information on the SD memory card including which images and how many copies you want to have printed out From this camera you may use the PRINT button to select certain pictures and set them as DPOF formatted picture files By saving this information onto a memory card
70. number of copies desired Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 Press the FLASH button to change the Select Frame See pages 40 42 45 To display only a single image press the T ZOOM button 40 DIRECT PRINTING 4 Press the rp PRINT button to display the select images screen Press it again to start printing To change the print setting press the FLASH button or the MENU button See pages 40 42 45 Press the Y MACRO button to cancel printing while printing is being displayed ALERT If any DPOF files See page 46 exist a message will appear asking whether you would like the settings to be used If you choose not to use the settings all images will be set at 0 PICK IMAGES Select cancel the selection of all the image data to print 3 Press the MENU button or the 4 FLASH button to change the display to Print Settings Use the 4 buttons to choose the Pick Images Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 4 Using the AY buttons select Set all image to one Cancel all images or Designate printing extent Press the FLASH button to select images Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 Set all image to one Adjust the setting to print all the printable picture images recorded in memory Cancel all images Set the number of printable images to 0 Designate printing extent Select the first picture image to print with AW 4 buttons and press the 4 FLASH button
71. o it is difficult to maintain a half press when the finger is arched CAMERA RANGE When taking a photograph you will want your subject to stand at least 50cm 19 6 inches away When you want to photograph something that is 50cm use the MACRO mode for better results See page 30 Focal Point 50cm 19 6 inches THE IMAGE SYSTEM A brief description of how to take photos TAKING PHOTOS USING THE LCD MONITOR You can use the LCD Monitor to compose the picture with automatic focusing The captured image will appear then disappear CAUTION Be careful to avoid placing your fingers in front of the lens Do not try to extend or retract the lens manually This may damage the mechanism POWER button Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE 1 Press the POWER button to turn the camera ON The lens will extend and the cover will open The picture will appear on the LCD screen Center the subject in the middle of the focus frame of the LCD monitor Press the SHUTTER button halfway to set the focus When focus is set the indicator light turns steady and the focus frame on the LCD monitor will turn green a beep will sound When the picture is not in focus the indicator light will flash and the focus frame on the LCD monitor will turn red If this occurs take your finger off the shutter button and try refocus the picture Please note that the picture will not focus if your subject is closer than 50 cm Use the MA
72. oes off 3 Centerthe image and press the Light will flash slowly SHUTTER button for 8 seconds In the 10 sec mode the light _ T flashes slowly for 8 seconds then Si A faster for the last 2 seconds before i seconds the shutter releases To turn on the self timer sound see bd 47 Shutter will release page 41 illumination Light Note If you want to stop the process after pressing the shutter button in self timer mode just press the M MACRO button EPSON recommends using a tripod or placing the camera on a flat horizontal surface when using this mode PLAYBACK SYSTEM You can play back images and video clips in several ways ONE BY ONE PLAYBACK POWER button Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON The camera becomes a viewer and will playback the pictures you have just taken ZOOM button T ME Dy nen N EJ LOL ae T me e NANA per imm VNVNUVN 223000 eng jg vivi KE MACRO button DISPLAY button Date Size Image ID System The left hand number 24 is the current image the right hand number 75 is the number of photos taken w Delete Press the button to display the previous image Press the button to display the next You may delete this image by pressing the M MACRO button See page 23 Each time you press the DISPLAY button the icons on the LCD Monitor can be turned on or off DISPLAYING MULTIPLE IMAGES The LCD Monitor can disp
73. ording A Video Clip 37 Selecting Video Clip Resolution 37 Video Icon 21 Viewfinder 16 17 W White Balance Automatic White Balance 33 Selecting White Balance Manually 33 Zoom 18 65
74. ore PIF frames from camera memory See page 30 Solution Another frame with this name exists either on the memory card or in the camera A Frame with the Problem same name already exists Replace it with this Solution You may choose to replace it Please note that the new file will overwrite the existing one Frame TROUBLESHOOTING 5 DIRECT PRINTING MESSAGES MESSAGE PROBLEM amp SOLUTION MESSAGE PROBLEM amp SOLUTION Printer error Problem There may be a problem with the printer Battery power is low Connect AC adapter Make sure that the printer is on and connected Black ink out Replace the black ink cartridge Color ink ouf Replace the color ink cartridge Check the ink cartridges Paper out Load paper Paper jam This image cannot be printed 56 Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Little battery power remaining The camera won t continue to direct print when the power is low Connect to AC power The DP cable is disconnected the printer selected doesn t support the direct printing is connected to another device other than a computer the printer power is turned off Reconnect the camera correctly to the printer and turn the printer power on See page 39 The printer is out of black ink Replace t
75. ors heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience recectables and the point where they exit from the apparatus 10 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 11 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 12 Refer all servicing to qualified service personal Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture LJ The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus LJ Only use this adapter in the manner described in your product s documentation Check the product s documentation to make sure that this is the correct adapter for your product L1 Readall relevant safety and operating instructions before using these products as misuse could result in personal injury from fire explosion leakage overheating or electric shock These safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference Note
76. ory card is installed in the camera at the factory Check that it is properly set MEMORY CARD INSERTION Checking that the card is facing the REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD Release the card by pushing once and then pull it out with your fingers Push once to set it push again to release it right direction slide it in until it clicks CAUTION The memory card is a precision electronic component Comply with the instructions below to avoid damage LJ Don t touch the terminals with your fingers or metal Resulting static electricity could cause damage Discharge body static electricity by touching something metal before you handle the card LJ Don t bend drop or otherwise shock the memory card L Keep the memory card away from water excessive heat or direct sunlight LJ Don t break down or take apart the memory card Note You may also use a MultiMedia Card You may use an SD memory card or a MultiMedia Card See pages 19 53 Note The memory card must be removed when LJ you would like to copy images saved on the memory card to a computer L the printer has a memory card slot that you may use directly BATTERY SETUP Be sure the battery poles are aligned properly SETTING THE BATTERIES Insert the batteries according to the pole indications on the cover Note To find out what batteries may be used See page 53 CAUTION If you insert the batteries incorrectly you may cause leaking overheating
77. ower is too low Replace them when the T_ begins to flash See page 12 Did your turn the DIAL SWITCH fully Turn the DIAL SWITCH fully to the mode you want and press the POWER button fully See page 12 YOU CAN T TAKE A PHOTO check s check l Q D O A O D O O D O A E Is the power switched on see Camera won t turn on above and check the camera Did you insert a memory card You can t take photos without a memory card See page 11 Do you have enough space left on the memory card You can t take photos when the memory card is full Gee page 11 Did you press the SHUTTER button fully and straight down The button must be pressed fully and straight down to take a photo Is the photo image number on the LCD display 0 This means the memory card is full Transfer the contents of the full card to aPC then delete them from the card to free up space See page 19 check s Is the red indicator light on Turn off the power Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO mode and turn on the power again If the power won t turn off remove the batteries or disconnect the AC power replace them or reconnect and turn the power on If the red light is still on bring the camera to the shop where you bought it or the EPSON service center THE POWER SWITCHES OFF AUTOMATICALLY check He Is Power Saving turned on Turn off the Power Save function See page 49 IT TAKES A LONG TIME
78. records through the lens referred to as parallax Be mindful of this difference in close up situations using the viewfinder Note When taking photos using the VIEWFINDER with the LCD Monitor off pushing the MENU button will turn on the function display menus so you can change settings for different situations See pages 26 32 34 You can turn off the menu display by pressing the MENU button again IF THE CAPTURED IMAGE IS OUT OF FOCUS FRAME The automatic focus works only if the subject is in the FOCUS FRAME while the SHUTTER button is first pressed halfway down After the focus is locked on the subject you can adjust the frame to the desired composition and release the SHUTTER Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Place the subject in the center of the focus frame Just as when using the LCD monitor to compose the shot you must put the object to be focused on in the center of the viewfinder Press the shutter button halfway to set focus When focus is set the indicator light stops blinking on both the LCD monitor and the VIEWFINDER Maintain the halfway shutter button position and if you wish reposition the framing to your liking Indicator light green es Qe E Press the shutter button completely to take the photo The shutter sound indicates the shutter has released STANDARD OPERATION 17 OPTICAL ZOOM amp DIGITAL ZOOM This camera has a 3X O
79. ry card Changing the frame color of PRINT Image when printed with the Stylus Photo 935 will print with the first frame that is stored Framer Reset Default in the printer P I F Frames BH x5 Switch the frame color of PRINT Image Frame P I F Color Color between colors and black amp white Shutter Beep Prin t Image F ramer P I F SHOOTI NG Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODEand MOOR DI Sound 1 TAKING PHOTOS WITHIN THE FRAME will appear on the LCD monitor then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu Self Timer OFF Use the AY buttons to choose P I F shooting Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then color turn the POWER ON Use the 4 gt buttons to change the setting Note Once you press the MENU button again the icons on the monitor will change You li gt 4 rabido nus hi hight can then select FLASH and MACRO settings as usual even though the frame P I F Press the FLASH button remains visible to select this function VIEWING A P I F IMAGE You can see what frame has been attached by using the REVIEW function Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 2 Findthe frame you want by ZOOM button W ZOOM button T pressing the AY buttons Select it pl using the 4 FLASH button e J To return to normal view press E S A Sp the Y MACRO button gt button v button MACRO button DISPLAY button 3 The composite P I F image is displayed on the monitor You may now take the photograp
80. s but you can also choose 1 5 or 20 minutes Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Use the AV buttons to choose Power Save Use the 4 buttons to change the setting Note When using an AC adapter When you are using an AC adapter the camera will enter sleep mode after 20 minutes no matter what the settings are The camera will automatically turn off 5 minutes after it has entered sleep mode DATE amp TIME AND DATE TIME FORMATS How to set the Date and Time Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn the POWER ON The SETUP menu will appear on the LCD monitor 1 Use the AY buttons to choose Date Time Use the 4 buttons to choose the year month date Note The limit on setting the DATE and TIME is 2033 12 31 2 Use the AY buttons to change the numbers then press the FLASH button to confirm the new value Press the Y MACRO button to deselect 3 Usethe AV buttons to select Date Format then use the gt buttons to select Y M D 24hr 4 Use the AY buttons to change to M D Y Use the lt gt buttons to select the hr format Then use the AV buttons again to change to 12 hr 5 Toconfirm the new formats press the 4 FLASH button Press the Y MACRO button to deselect ADJUSTING LCD BRIGHTNESS You may change the brightness of the LCD monitor Turn the DIAL SWITCH to SET UP MODE and then turn t
81. s 46 Saving Photos In DPOF 46 E EV 34 35 Exif 39 Exposure Adjustment 34 35 F Fine Compression 19 31 Fine Resolution 18 19 31 Flash Flash Control 19 Flash Icons 20 Flash Range 20 Focus Area 15 31 Full Shutter 14 H Half Shutter 14 Holding The Camera 14 I If The Captured Image Is Out Of Focus 17 Illumination Light 20 Initial Settings 13 ISO 20 33 34 L LANDSCAPE Mode 32 Language 13 50 LCD Monitor LCD Monitor Off 26 No Playback Image On The LCD Monitor 55 Printing The Image Seen On The LCD Monitor 40 Taking Photos Using The LCD Monitor 15 Light Sensitivity Automatic Sensitivity Mode 34 Setting Light Sensitivity Manually 34 List Of Compatible Printers 39 M Macro Mode 30 Memory Card Memory Card Formatting 49 Multimedia Card 11 19 SD Memory Card 9 19 SD Memory Card Installation 11 SD Memory Card Locking Mechanism 50 Menu Shortcuts 35 Message Icon 46 N Normal Compression 19 31 Normal Mode 32 53 NTSC 13 24 50 63 O Optical Zoom 18 P PAL 13 50 Parallax 17 31 Photograph Quality Settings 19 Playback System Displaying Multiple Images 21 Image Enlargement 21 MENU For Playback Mode 27 One By One Playback 21 Playing Back A Clip 37 Quick Photo Review 22 Slide Show 22 Power On Off 12 PRINT Image Framer P L F Changing The Frames 42 Deleting Frames 30 PRINT Image Framer P LF Printing 27 41 42 PRINT Image Framer P I F Shooting 28 Viewing A P I F Image 28 PRINT Imag
82. ssage will appear If the camera is low on memory space the new sound cannot be copied Delete the old sound first then copy the new one 7 Press the Y MACRO button The new sound is copied to the camera To cancel this operation press the 4 FLASH button 48 ADDITIONAL SETTINGS DELETE SOUND DATA If in step 6 above there was not enough memory space for new sounds delete the old sounds as follows 5 Usethe AV buttons and select the sound data to delete You can play the sound by pressing the G REVIEW button 6 Press the Y MACRO button A delete confirmation request appears 7 Press the 4 FLASH button The sound data is deleted AUTO POWER SAVE When the camera is turned on but inactive for a period of time the camera automatically shuts down to save battery power 1 Whenthere is no activity for over 3 minutes the camera will enter sleep mode Indicator light green While in Sleep mode the green PE light will blink The LCD monitor will turn off and the CPU will also be in sleep mode Note To cancel Sleep mode press the SHUTTER button or any other button on the back of the camera You can also simply turn the DIAL SWITCH 2 When the camera is left in Sleep mode for over 10 minutes it will shut down automatically LCD monitor The lens will retract and the lens cover will close RESETTING THE AUTO POWER SAVE You can change the setting for Auto Power Save The default is 3 minute
83. t URL http www epson com epson supporti xcompubase co ade Telephone 971 4 352 4488 For users in Scandinavia Telephone Denmark 80 88 11 27 Finland 0800 523 010 Norway 800 11 828 oweden 08 445 12 58 For users in South Africa Telephone 011 444 5223 or 0800 600 578 For user in France Support Technique EPSON France 0 892 899 999 0 34 E minute Ouvert du lundi au samedi de 9h00 20h00 sans interruption http www epson fr support selfhelp french htm pour acc der l AIDE EN LIGNE http www epson fr support services index shtml pour acc der aux SERVICES du support technique For user in Germany EPSON Service Center c o Exel H nxe GmbH Werner Heisenberg Strase 2 46569 H nxe For user in Italy EPSON Italia S p a Via M Vigano de Vizzi 93 95 20092 Cinisello Balsamo MI Tel 02 660 321 Fax 02 612 36 22 Assistenza e Servizio Clienti TECHNICAL HELPDESK 02 268 300 58 http www epson it For users in Spain URL http www epson es Telephone 902 40 41 42 Fax For users in Portugal URL 93 582 15 16 http www epson pt Telephone 707 222 000 Fax 21 303 54 90 EPSON INFORMATION 61 INDEX A AC adapter AC adapter A211H 9 25 53 AC adapter AC Cable 9 25 Adjusting LCD Brightness 49 Auto Focus 14 17 30 AV 9 24 B Batteries Accessing The Batteries 11 Batteries Memory Card Cover 11 Batteries Installation 11 Battery Life Indicator 12
84. t agency for information about battery recycling and disposal For the Netherlands users Donot dispose of the batteries with ordinary refuse Instead dispose of them as small chemical waste in accordance with local laws and the following Dutch Government Gazette 45 KCA Marking Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd Wanneer deze leeg zijn Fi moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA For German users Do not dispose of batteries with ordinary refuse Instead NA dispose of them in a recycle box in accordance with local laws A W WARNING 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 FOR USERS IN HONG KONG If damage occurs to the plug replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician Replace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating WHEN CHOOSING A POWER SOURCE The AC adapter converts AC voltage from a wall outlet into the correct DC voltage for your EPSON product 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions B 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiat
85. the printer manual HEAD CLEANING If the printed images appear smudged or the printing is patchy use this utility to clean the printer head 5 Use the AY buttons and select Head Cleaning Press the MENU button or the amp MACRO button to return to step 2 6 Press the 4 FLASH button At this time the message Clean the print head will appear on the monitor Press the FLASH button to begin the head cleaning process ALERT If the printer you are using does not support the Head Cleaning feature the message This function cannot be performed from the camera with the printer you are using will appear on the monitor In this case refer to the printer manual PRINT HEAD ALIGNMENT You can adjust the displacement of the printer head If the printed picture image has problems try Print Head Alignment 5 Use the AY buttons and select Print Head Alignment Press the MENU button or the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 Press the 4 FLASH button The message An alignment sheet will be printed Make sure that A4 or Letter size plain paper is loaded in the sheet feeder will appear on the monitor Place the paper in the printer and then press the j FLASH button to print the Print Head Alignment Check pattern To check the printed Print Head Alignment Check pattern or to fix any gaps refer to the instructions provided with your printer After printing the Print Head Alignment screen is displayed Use the AV butto
86. tings on the camera faster For example if you have assigned exposure adjustment to a shortcut button you would have no problem in quickly changing the brightness when there is suddenly a need for backlight shooting Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PHOTO MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 Press the MENU button and select Menu Shortcuts with the 4 gt buttons 2 Press the FLASH button to show the setting screen 3 Press AV lt P buttons to select the function to assign After assigning function press the FLASH button to confirm When the setting is confirmed the screen will return to step 2 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 35 Every time you press the button the function to be assigned changes in order as listed below Self timer Continuous Exposure p PUn Ba JH mode Shooting _ adjustment gt SCENE m Not Assigned Digital Compression Resolution White Sensitivity 4 Zoom A Balance _ lt e oan E 150 4 Atthestep2 screen use AV directional buttons to turn the MENU SHORTCUT feature OFF or ON In the ON position mode the assigned functions are enabled When it is OFF even though functions may have been assigned to the AY lt gt buttons they will not perform MENU SHORTCUTS HINT How to use Menu Shortcuts Qd PIF See page 27 28 LJ Scene mode See page 32 LJ Self timer mode See page 20 LJ Continuous Shooting See page 31 LJ Exposure adjustment See page 34 L Sensitivity See page 33 I White Balance See page 33
87. tton Flashing green means the battery is recycling Indicator light for the next shot FLASH button Note Blurred Shot When taking pictures in No Flash setting or in the Forced Flash setting Slow Synchro the shutter will be slower than 1 30 sec at wide angle or 1 60 sec at telephoto At such slow speeds in low light the image may blur from camera motion therefore a green light will flash to warn you STANDARD OPERATION 19 FYI Slow Synchro Shutter Shooting This technique allows you to sync the Flash with the Slow Shutter Shooting In most cases if the flash 1s used in a very dark setting the background turns out dark but when using the Forced Flash settings the exposure time lengthens Slow Synchro Shutter Shooting and brightens the background The use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blurring Main Functions Of The Flash Icons Automatic Flash default The flash will automatically go off in a dark AS setting setting In a well lit setting the flash will not go off This can be used for most settings No Flash Turns off the flash even in dark scenes Use it for night scenes or wherever you are prohibited from using a flash Please note that these shots may become blurred due to very slow shutter soeed No Flash is the automatic setting in CONTINUOUS or VIDEO CLIP mode Auto red eye reduction Use this setting when recording with a flash at night or indoors The flash will go of
88. uality photos just like anormal film camera This camera has special Scene Modes that result in 30 esl HESS fool proof automatic photography in ar s es every situation HO Le it Y di Ny AA For Scene Modes See page 32 Mo LE Print your pictures directly to your own EPSON printer There is no need for a computer You can print directly to an EPSON printer using a USB cable See page 39 The cameras excellent digital images allow for truly high quality direct prints For Direct Printing See page 39 Enhance your photos with special printing features Select from a variety of frames stored right in the camera and add them to your photos when you print directly from the camera to an EPSON printer For PRINT Image Framer See page 28 For Direct Printing See page 39 Chapter CAMERA SETUP How to set up your camera for optimal performance Attaching The STRAP Please refer to the illustration ITEMS CHECKING THE PACKING CONTENTS Make sure that your camera box contains all of the items shown below and Strap that they are undamaged If there is a problem check with the store where you bought it User s Guide PC Cable J May be used to connect the camera to a printer AV Cable that can support USB DIRECT PRINT STYLUS Photo 935 a ital Camera One CD ROM are Guide Printer Cable SD Memory Card Installed in the camera Batteries do not co
89. wing your pictures See page 50 TROUBLESHOOTING 55 IMAGE PROBLEMS IMAGES ARE OUT OF FOCUS check Did you operate the auto focus correctly To use auto focus place the subject in the center of the viewfinder and press the SHUTTER button halfway See page 14 Is the camera in the right distance mode setting Be sure to take photos no closer than 50 cm from the camera in NORMAL mode For distances from 11 50 cm use the MACRO mode See page 30 Is the lens dirty E Use a lens cleaning brush or gently blow on the lens to free it of dirt Then blow on it and wipe it with a soft dry cloth See page 52 Is the captured image blurred z Hold the camera in the proper position when shooting with your lower 6 support arm close to your body See page 14 Use a tripod for night views and other low light situations Did you touch the lens during shooting a If you touch the lens during shooting the lens may become dirty and 6 the picture may come out blurred Holding the camera in the proper position will help you in not touching the lens See page 14 If the lens becomes dirty in any way use a soft dry cloth to wipe it See page 52 THE IMAGE IS TOO DARK Use the flash see page 19 to learn about the range of the flash If you use external flash sources refer to the device s instruction booklet Adjust the exposure control in the direction You can brighten shots by adjusting the Ev control
90. y be changed when printing directly from the camera Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON 1 When viewing 1 image use the lt gt buttons when viewing 6 use the AV lt gt buttons to choose the images you wish to print For PRINTING mode see page 42 2 Press the PRINT button to go to the printing screen Use the AV buttons to select the desired option then press the PRINT button 3 If you choose Select Images press the FLASH button to display frame choices on the monitor Press the Y MACRO button to return to step 2 You can preview a P LF picture with its frame by selecting P LF Preview See page 28 Note An alternate way to change frames is to press the MENU or the 4 FLUSH button to display Print Settings You can then choose Select P I F on P LF Preview with the AY button 4 Use the AY buttons and display the frame that you would like to use To remove a frame select the Press the amp MACRO button to return to step 2 5 Press the FLASH button to link the displayed frame to your picture 42 DIRECT PRINTING PRINT SETTINGS How to select different print settings for better images HOW TO CHANGE PRINT SETTINGS Turn the DIAL SWITCH to PLAYBACK MODE and then turn the POWER ON PRINT button MENU button uu la an O 26 lt button A button gt button v button Emm c MACRO button FLASH button 1 Press the q PRIN
91. y not be able to accept the next request Restart the printer or wait until the current print run is finished and then try again The printer has rejected the print request If neither of the above works see the printer instruction booklet for further remedies Restart the printer or resend the request from the camera If none of these remedies work contact your nearest Eoson Customer Support Either the cable has been disconnected or the power has been turned off Recheck that the cable is connected turn the power back on and try again If some of the images were taken with another camera or have been changed by software only the images taken with this camera will be printed Use the actual camera or computer that was used to create the images in order to print them MESSAGE PROBLEM amp SOLUTION Cannot print because the necessary Frame file does not exist or is corrupted This function cannot be performed from the camera with the printer you are using This printer is not supported Parts inside your printer require maintenance Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution The picture can t be printed because there is no frame file or the link has been broken Replace or add a frame linked to this file See page 29 The printer does not support this function You can try to clean it in some other way but the printer doesn t support the cam

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