Page 2
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...
Contents Introduction Safety Instructions ......7 Chapter 1 Getting Started Unpacking Your Camera ....12 Camera Parts and Their Function.
Page 4
Recording Videos......39 Enabling the Quick View and Sound Memo Features ......40 Chapter 3 Viewing and Managing Your Photos Viewing Photos .
Page 5
Running Printer Maintenance Programs ..65 Checking the ink level ....65 Checking the print head nozzles ..66 Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance .
Page 6
4.0 megapixel resolution, for clear, beautiful photos 3x optical zoom and 3x digital zoom Continuous shooting mode that lets you take up to three photos per second Direct printing to supported Epson Stylus ® PRINT Image Framer for adding fun frames to your photos—without a computer ®...
Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before using the camera, and keep this guide handy for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the camera and the options. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Never spill liquid onto this product. If this product emits unusual noises, odors, or smoke, cancel the current operation and turn it off immediately. Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter from the product, then unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet. To prevent fire or electric shock, do not cover this product with a blanket or other covering that may give off a static electric shock.
Page 9
Do not handle the battery with wet hands or use it near water. Do not expose the battery to water or high humidity. Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or short-circuit the battery. Do not place the battery near or into fire or water. Do not use a battery that is leaking or damaged in any way.
Storing the battery When not using this product for a long period, remove the battery and store it separately. Do not store the battery where the temperature or humidity is very high. Store the battery out of children’s reach. Disposing of the battery Before disposing of the battery, make sure you discharge it completely.
Using the LCD monitor The LCD monitor on this product may contain a few small bright or dark spots. These are normal and do not mean that your LCD monitor is damaged in any way. If the LCD monitor on this product is damaged, consult your dealer. If the liquid crystal solution contained in the LCD monitor on this product leaks out and gets onto your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter identifies the items included with your camera, describes the parts of the camera, and tells you how to set it up. Unpacking Your Camera Make sure that all of the items shown below were included in the box with your camera. Camera Camera Basics guide CR-V3 battery...
Camera Parts and Their Function See “Camera buttons” on page 15 for more information. Front/top view Mode dial Shutter button Strap holder Microphone Manual mode Automatic mode Speaker Flash Self-timer light USB light Lens barrier Continuous shooting mode Video mode Setup mode Playback mode Getting Started...
Bottom/rear view Connector cover USB connector Back view Indicator lights Viewfinder Print button P.I.F. button Display button Memory access light Battery/memory card cover Tripod mount AC adapter connector Zoom buttons POWER button Self-timer / u button Macro / l button MENU button OK button Flash / r button...
Camera buttons Name Mode dial Shutter button Print button P.I.F. button POWER button Zoom buttons MENU button button button button button Function Switch camera modes by turning this dial. Take a photo. Print photos using the direct print feature. Print with frames or make P.I.F. settings. Turn the camera on or off.
Name button DISP button Camera lights Name USB light Two Indicator lights Self-timer light Memory access light Function Confirm the currently selected setting or menu item. Turn the LCD screen and settings display on or off. Function Flashes blue when the camera is connected to a computer or printer. Green light (upper) is on when the focus is locked.
Installing the Battery You can use either a CR-V3 battery, like the one included with the camera, or two AA batteries. 1. To open the battery/memory card cover, slide it to the right until it pops up. 2. Insert the battery into the compartment, positioning the + and – ends as shown on the inside of the battery/memory card cover.
3. To close the battery/memory card cover, press it down, then slide it back into place. Warning: Do not carry loose batteries in your pockets. Battery life As the battery loses power, the icon that appears when you turn on the camera changes from When is flashing, battery power is low and you can no longer take photos.
Installing and Removing Memory Cards You can take pictures and save them in the camera without a memory card. However, you can store more pictures when you use a memory card. Once a card is inserted, all the photos you take are saved on the card, not in the camera, and you can only view the photos on the card.
Page 20
To install a memory card: 1. Make sure the camera is turned off. 1. To open the battery/memory card cover, slide it to the right until it pops up. 2. Position the card as shown and slide it all the way into the slot: Notch Getting Started...
Page 21
3. To close the battery/memory card cover, press it down, then slide it back into place. To remove a memory card: 1. Make sure the camera is turned off. 2. Open the battery/memory card cover. 3. Push the memory card to release it. The card pops out. 4.
Note: You can protect the data in the memory card by sliding the lock lever on the side of the card. This prevents you from deleting or storing additional photos on the card. Turning Your Camera On and Off To turn on the camera, press the POWER button. The lens cover opens and the lens extends. To turn off the camera, press the POWER button.
Making the Initial Settings When you turn on the camera the first time, you need to select your language and set the date and time. 1. Select the language you want to use with the u d l r buttons, then press the OK button. The Date/Time screen is displayed.
Chapter 2 Taking Photos Your camera has several modes for taking pictures. Turn the dial on top of the camera to choose the mode you want to use. Automatic mode Camera settings are automatically adjusted to give you the best shot. All you have to do is press the shutter button.
Taking Photos Using the LCD Screen You can take photos while viewing the subject on the LCD screen in either automatic or manual modes. (For instructions on taking pictures using just the viewfinder, which saves power, see “Taking Photos Using the Viewfinder Only”...
Optical zoom To zoom in on your subject, press the To zoom out, press the W (wide-angle) button. Digital zoom The digital zoom feature lets you move in even closer to your subject. First, you need to use Setup Menu 1 to enable digital zoom. For instructions, see “Adjusting Camera Settings” on page 41. 1.
Controlling the Flash You can change the flash setting by pressing the press the Flash button. Auto-flash (default setting) Flash off Auto red-eye reduction Fill-in flash (manual mode only) Slow synchro (manual mode only) Flash button. The flash mode changes each time you The camera detects the brightness automatically and sets off the flash if necessary.
Flash range The flash range varies depending on the sensitivity setting. For automatic shooting, the flash range is 1.6 to 12 feet (wide-angle) or 1.6 to 6.9 feet (telephoto). ISO sensitivity Wide angle Automatic 1.6 to 12 feet (0.5 to 3.7 m) 2.3 to 8.5 feet (0.7 to 2.6 m) 3.3 to 12.1 feet (1.0 to 3.7 m) 4.6 to 17.1 feet (1.4 to 5.2 m)
4. Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The focus frame turns green and the focus is set. If you want to reframe your picture, move the camera until the photo you want appears on the screen. 5. Press the shutter button all the way down. The camera beeps as it captures the image. Taking Pictures With the Self-Timer You can use the self-timer to create a delay between the time you press the shutter and the actual image capture.
Selecting the Scene Mode In addition to the normal mode for taking pictures, two special scene modes are pre-programmed in the camera to give you the best image capture settings for portraits or landscapes: Landscape mode The flash is deactivated so landscapes are captured more clearly. In low light, the shutter speed is slower so you can take night scenes.
To select the Scene Mode, you need to use the manual photography mode and the Photography Menu as described below. 1. Turn the Mode dial to manual mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The Photography Menu is displayed. 3. Select Scene Mode by using the u d buttons, then press the r button. 4.
Page 32
Note: The total number of photos varies according to the quality, compression, amount of memory left on the memory card, and the shooting conditions. Quality With 16 MB SD (Number of pixels memory card and compression) 2304 2304 × 1728 fine 2304 2304 ×...
Reading the LCD Screen Icons You can confirm the status of the camera settings by the icons displayed on the LCD screen. Press the DISP button to turn the icons on or off. Flash Quality Number of photos you can take Self-timer Focus frame Battery life...
Page 34
Exposure compensation Sensitivity White balance Quality Macro mode Flash flash, Shooting mode Number of the photos that 125 (for example) can be taken in the current mode Displayed if you shake the camera when taking a photo (+2.0 to -2.0) (Auto, 100, 200, 400) (Auto, Daylight,...
Taking Photos Using the Viewfinder Only To save battery power, you can take photos using the viewfinder only, without the LCD screen. 1. Turn the Mode dial to manual mode. 2. Press the DISP button twice to turn off the LCD screen. 3.
3. Press the shutter button halfway to set the focus, then press it all the way down. While the shutter button remains fully pressed, photos will be taken continuously. Note: In order to shoot at the maximum speed of three photos per second, you must use an SD memory card with a recording/transfer speed of 10MB/second.
Setting Light Sensitivity You can use the camera’s high sensitivity settings to take pictures indoors or in low-light situations without a flash. You can also capture fast-moving subjects with higher sensitivity settings. The camera’s default setting is Auto, which is best for most picture taking. Set the light sensitivity manually in low-light conditions or when you expect blurring problems from camera motion.
Setting Exposure Compensation You can adjust the exposure to help control how much light falls on the camera’s CCD (light sensor). This influences the brightness of the entire image. Your camera normally adjusts the exposure automatically. However, you may want to increase the exposure manually if you’re taking a picture against the sun or when you have any very bright background.
Recording Videos You can record videos with sound using the video mode. The length of the video is limited only by the amount of storage available in your camera or memory card. 1. Turn the Mode dial to video mode. 2.
Enabling the Quick View and Sound Memo Features The Quick View feature displays your picture for a few seconds after you take it. This lets you verify that you have captured the shot you want. With the Sound Memo feature enabled, you can also record a message up to 30 seconds long for each picture.
Adjusting Camera Settings In the SETUP mode, you can change settings such as Quick View, Sound Memo, and power save. Three Setup menus are available, two for general features, and one for adjusting camera “beep” sounds. 1. Turn the Mode dial to SETUP mode. 2.
Digital Zoom Enable digital zoom. Power Save Set the time until the camera enters the power save mode. 3 min. Startup Screen Select an image to display when you first turn on the camera. Default — EPSON Logo Taking Photos...
Setup Menu 2 Setting items Description Format Format the camera’s memory or the memory card. Reset All Reset all the camera’s settings to their defaults. Date/Time Set the date and time. File No. Reset Reset the sequence of the image file numbers to 0001 when replacing or formatting the memory card.
Sound Menu Setting items Description Sound Enable or disable the “beep” sound whenever you press a button. Three different sounds (at minimum or maximum volume) are available for each setting, as listed below. Operation Sound Select the sound when the buttons are pressed. Shutter Sound Select the shutter sound.
Chapter 3 Viewing and Managing Your Photos The LCD screen lets you play back your pictures individually or as a slide show. You can also play and record sound memos, view videos, delete photos, and copy photos from the camera to a memory card or to your computer.
Viewing a slide show of your photos You can use the playback menu to view a continuous slide show of your photos. 1. Turn the Mode dial to playback mode. 2. Press the MENU button. Playback Menu 1 is displayed. 3.
Recording and Playing Sound Memos You can record and play back sound memos for your photos while you view them on the LCD screen. 1. Turn the Mode dial to playback mode. 2. Press the MENU button. Playback Menu 1 is displayed. 3.
Viewing Picture Information You can display information about a photo, such as the date and time it was taken, its quality (resolution), and so on. 1. Turn the Mode dial to playback mode. 2. Display the photo on the LCD screen by using the l r buttons. 3.
Selecting Photos for Printing You can use the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard to select photos for printing. This format allows you to record information on the memory card including which images to print and how many copies you want for each photo.
Deleting Photos You can easily delete a photo displayed on the LCD screen. Playback Menu 1 also lets you delete a series of images or all images in the camera or on a memory card. Caution: Once a photo has been deleted, it can’t be restored. Any photos you want to keep should be transfered to your computer before you delete them from the camera.
Deleting all photos You can delete all photos stored in the camera. 1. Turn the Mode dial to playback mode. 2. Press the MENU button. Playback Menu 1 is displayed. 3. Select Delete All Images by using the u d buttons, then press the OK button. 4.
Copying Photos From the Camera to a Memory Card You can copy photos from the camera’s internal memory to a memory card. First, make sure a memory card is inserted. (See “Installing and Removing Memory Cards” on page 19.) 1. Turn the Mode dial to playback mode.
Page 53
To transfer photos using the PC cable: 1. Make sure the camera is turned off. 2. Locate the PC cable that came with the camera. The cable has the letter B on the small end. 3. Connect the large end of the cable to any available USB port on your computer. 4.
You can use PRINT Image Framer to take pictures with a variety of frames for holidays and special occasions. You can then use the direct printing process to print your framed pictures on supported Epson printers. For instructions on printing from the camera, see “Using Direct Print” on page 57.
To take a picture with a frame: 1. Turn the Mode dial to automatic or 2. Press the P.I.F. button. The first frame stored in the camera is displayed. If you want to select a frame stored on the memory card, press the r button after pressing the button.
Deleting and Copying Frames You can delete frames stored in the camera’s memory or on the memory card. You can also copy frames from the camera to the memory card, or from the card to the camera. 1. Press the P.I.F.
You can print your photos directly from the camera to supported Epson printers using Epson 4 × 6 Premium Glossy Photo Paper. You can select various settings for including the date the photo was taken, printing with or without borders, or printing an “album” of up to four photos on one sheet of paper.
Note: Future models may be added to the list of supported printers. Check the Epson web site at www.epson.com for more information. Connecting the Camera to Your Printer Make sure the camera is turned off before you begin. You can conserve battery power by using the optional AC adapter when you print from the camera.
3. Open the connector cover on the side of the camera and connect the small end of the cable to the camera. Connection for other Epson printers Connection for the Epson Stylus Photo R200 Printing Photos You can print all the photos in the camera, or select the ones you want to print. Images that have been taken in P.I.F.
Printing the photo displayed on the LCD screen Before you start, make sure your printer is set up and has ink installed. Load 4 × 6 inch Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, following the instructions that came with your printer.
You can select multiple photos to print. Before you start, make sure your printer is set up and has ink installed. Load 4 × 6 inch Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, following the instructions that came with your printer. 1. Connect the camera to the printer as described in “Connecting the Camera to Your Printer” on page 58.
2. Turn on the printer and camera. 3. Turn the Mode dial to playback mode, then press the 4. Choose Select Images by using the u d buttons, then press the OK button. 5. Select the photos to print by using the l r buttons, then select the number of copies by using the u d buttons.
Album printing You can print several photos on one sheet of 4 × 6 inch paper (up to 4 photos on the Epson Stylus Photo R200 or up to 3 on other printers). Before you start, make sure your printer is set up and has ink installed.
Making Print Settings You can make the following settings when printing images directly from the camera: Printing with or without white borders Printing the date on the photo (not available when you print images with Frames) Printing with normal or high quality Note: You can also set the paper type to choose 4 ×...
Running Printer Maintenance Programs You can use the camera to check the ink level in the Epson Stylus Photo R200 printer. You can also check the status of the print head nozzles and run maintenance programs when you connect the camera to this printer.
Checking the print head nozzles If your photos have light or dark lines or incorrect color, the print head nozzles may be clogged. You can print a nozzle check pattern to check them. If the nozzle check pattern shows white lines or gaps, you can run the head cleaning program.
Cleaning the print head nozzles If your photos have light or dark lines or incorrect color, the print head nozzles may be clogged. You can run the head cleaning program to unclog the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. 1.
Aligning the print head If your photos look grainy or blurry or you see misaligned vertical lines or horizontal banding, you may need to align the print head. 1. On the Maintenance screen, select Print Head Alignment by using the u d buttons, then press the OK button.
Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance To keep your camera operating at its best, you should clean it thoroughly several times a year. Before you perform any maintenance on the camera, be sure to read the “Safety Instructions” on page 7. Then follow these guidelines.
Clean the LCD screen with a soft dry cloth. Battery terminals Do not use volatile chemicals such as alcohol, paint thinner or benzine. They will damage the battery compartment. Storing your camera 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.
Problems and Solutions Camera problems The camera has no power Cause Is the battery installed correctly? Does it need to be replaced? Is the camera turned on? The camera does not take a photo after you press the shutter button Cause Is the power switched on? Is the Mode dial set to the...
Page 72
Turn the power off, and then turn it on again. If the power does not turn off, remove the battery, reinstall it, and turn the power on. If the lights are still flashing, contact Epson as described in “Where to Get Help” on page 81.
Page 73
The camera takes too long to take a photo Cause Did you press the shutter button completely with one push? The flash does not work Cause Is the flash setting correct? The LCD screen is hard to see Cause Is the LCD screen brightness level set to too bright? What to do Press the shutter button halfway and hold it to set the focus, then press...
Page 74
The LCD screen displays vertical lines Cause Did you point the camera toward a bright light? Nothing appears on the LCD screen Cause Is the power saving function turned on? Is the camera connected to a printer or computer? Is the LCD screen turned off? What to do When you use the LCD screen to take photos, very bright light may affect the sensor and cause lines to appear on the screen.
Image problems Images are out of focus Cause Did you operate the auto-focus correctly? Is the camera in the right distance mode setting? Is the lens dirty? Is the captured image blurred? The image is too dark or to bright (underexposed/overexposed) Cause Is the flash setting correct? What to do...
Page 76
Is the exposure set to too dark or bright? Is the light sensitivity set to too low or high? Part of the image is missing Cause Was your finger covering the lens? Are you looking straight through the viewfinder? Is the subject of the picture very close to the camera? Adjust the exposure compensation setting properly.
What to do See “Cleaning the print head nozzles” on page 67 and clean the print head. (Instructions apply to the Epson Stylus Photo R200 only. For other models, see the instructions that came with the printer.) Make sure you load Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper in your printer.
List of Error Messages Error message This memory card is write-protected. Memory card error. Check the memory card. No memory card inserted. Not enough free space in the camera’s memory. Not enough free space on the memory card. This frame cannot be used with this camera.
Page 79
Error message P.I.F. Frame does not exist or is unusable. No images. This image cannot be displayed. Files cannot be deleted because the memory card is write-protected. The necessary Frame file does not exist or is unusable. Ink is too low to perform this operation.
Page 80
Error message This image cannot be printed. Could not print. Retry? The printer is currently configured to print on a CD or DVD. Change the printer’s configuration to that for printing on paper. A communication error has occurred. XX images could not be printed.
Error message Parts inside your printer require maintenance. Where to Get Help Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed below. Service Access World Wide From the Internet, you can reach Epson Support at http://support.epson.com. At this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail.
Page 82
Computer configuration and operating system version Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the Epson Store or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. to 6 , Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
Appendix A Specifications and Optional AC Adapter Specifications Effective pixels: Image recording capacity: Image file type: Camera file system: Internal memory: Available memory card: Lens: 4.07 megapixels 2304 × 1728 pixels Still picture: 640 × 480 pixels Video: JPEG (EXIF 2.2), AVI DCF file format, DPOF 1.1 16 MB SD memory card (Up to 512MB), Multimedia card...
Page 84
Digital zoom: Focus mode: Auto-Focus range: Shutter speed: White balance: Sensitivity: Viewfinder: Flash: Self-timer: Photography mode: LCD monitor: Interface: Power sources: 2× or 3× zoom (maximum 9× zoom with simultaneous use of the optical zoom) Auto focus Normal: 20 inches to infinity Macro: 4.33 to 19.69 inches Auto/Flash on: 1/30 to 1/2000 second...
Page 85
External power source: Dimensions (Height × Width × Depth): Weight: Temperature: Electrical: Safety: Optional AC adapter (B867062) 2.4 × 3.6 × 1.2 inches (62 × 92.5 × 31.5 mm) Approx. 0.3 lb (152 g) Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Storage: –4 to 140 °F (–20 to 60 °C) Input voltage: DC 3.4 V...
Optional AC adapter Model: Input: Output: Power consumption: Using the AC adapter Note: Read any instructions provided with the AC adapter before using it. 1. If your AC adapter has a separate AC power cable, connect the cable connector firmly into the AC inlet. B867062 AC 100 - 240 V DC 3.4 V, 2.5 A...
Page 87
2. Open the connector cover on the side of the camera and plug the adapter cable into the DC IN port on the camera. 3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. Caution: Do not use the adapter for any device other than your Epson PhotoPC L-410 camera. Specifications and Optional AC Adapter...
Page 88
Index AC adapter (optional) connector, 14 specifications, 86 using, 86 Accessories, 81 Album printing, 63 Auto-flash setting, 27 Automatic mode, 24 Auto red-eye reduction, 27 Battery installing, 17 life, 18 safety, 8 to 10 Battery/memory card cover, 14 Buttons location, 14 using, 15 Cable PC, 12, 53, 57...