P-4000 Basics
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Contents
Introduction 5
About the Software 6
Replacement Battery 6
Getting Started 7
Unpacking Your P-4000 7
P-4000 Lights and Buttons 8
Installing the Battery 9
Charging the Battery 10
Turning Your P-4000 On and Off 12
Setting the Language, Date, and Time 12
Conserving Battery Power 14
Using the Home Screen 15
Installing the Software 16
Viewing and Playing Photos, Video,
and Music 17
Inserting and Removing Memory Cards 17
Copying Files from a Memory Card 21
Supported File Formats 24
Browsing Files on a Memory Card 26
Using the P-4000 Screen 28
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Viewing Images 30
Playing Video and Audio Files 35
Copying Files to and From Your Computer 36
Creating Custom Albums and
Slide Shows 39
Creating an Album 39
Creating Custom Slide Shows with Music 45
Showing Photos and Videos on TV 47
Solving Problems 49
Power Problems 49
Viewing Problems 49
File Operation Problems 50
Where To Get Help 51
Appendix 53
Important Safety Instructions 53
FCC Compliance Statement 59
Declaration of Conformity 60
MPEG License Agreement 61
Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 62
Index 65
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Introduction
Your new Epson® P-4000 multimedia storage viewer lets
you enjoy photos, videos, and music wherever you go. Its
features include:
◗ Large, high-quality 3.8-inch LCD with Photo Fine
technology
◗ Support for JPEG files and RAW files from select
digital SLR cameras
◗ MP3 and AAC audio
◗ MPEG4 and Motion JPEG video
◗ 80GB hard drive
◗ Two slots for CompactFlash
®
and SD™ (Secure
Digital) memory cards
◗ Hi-speed USB 2.0 interface for PC or Macintosh
◗ Direct printing to select Epson printers
◗ Lithium-ion battery and AC adapter
◗ Video output to display pictures on a TV or
projector
™
®
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About the Software
The CD-ROM that came with your P-4000 includes the
®
following software for Windows
and Macintosh.
◗ Your Epson P-4000 User’s Guide, which has
instructions for all the features of your P-4000,
including printing directly from the P-4000.
◗ A USB driver that lets you transfer files to and from
your computer in Windows 98SE. (If you have a
newer version of Windows or a Macintosh, you don’t
need to install the USB driver.)
◗ Adobe
®
Reader® to view the P-4000 User’s Guide.
See page 16 for instructions on installing the software.
Replacement Battery
You can purchase a replacement Lithium-ion battery
(B32B818262) from an Epson authorized reseller. To
find the nearest authorized reseller, please call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To purchase online,
please visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In
Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for a reseller referral.
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Getting Started
Follow the instructions in this section to install the
batteries and software and get ready to use your P-4000.
Unpacking Your P-4000
Epson P-4000
Software CD-ROM
USB cable
Viewing stand
Carrying case
AC adapter and power cord
Lithium-ion battery
Strap
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P-4000 Lights and Buttons
Print button
Displays the Print menu.
Access light
Flashes orange
when you turn
on the P-4000
or access files.
Activity light
Flashes blue during power
on, printing, and certain
other operations.
Cancel button
Cancels the current
operation and returns to
the previous screen.
Charge light
Turns green
when the battery
is being charged.
Home button
Returns to the
Home screen.
Menu button
Displays the
pop-up menu.
4-way ring
Press to select a
photo or an option
in a menu.
OK button
Selects an
option, opens a
folder or photo,
and zooms in to
an image.
Display button
Displays information,
instructions, or
messages.
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Installing the Battery
1 Turn the P-4000 upside down.
2 Slide the battery cover to the left to open it.
3 Insert the battery into the compartment with the
gold contacts going in first.
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4 Close the battery cover and slide it to the right until
it clicks.
BATT.
Charging the Battery
After installing the battery, you need to charge it using
the AC adapter. When the power is off, it takes about
3 hours to fully charge the battery. With the power on, it
takes longer.
Charge light is green while the battery is being
The
charged. When the battery is fully charged, the light
turns off.
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To charge the battery, connect the AC adapter as shown
below. Connect the other end to the power cord, and
plug it in to an electrical outlet.
Caution:
Do not connect the AC adapter when the battery is not
installed; this can damage the P-4000.
Do not remove the AC adapter while you are using the
P-4000.
The battery status is displayed in the top right corner of
the screen when the P-4000 is on.
Battery is fully charged.
:
Battery power is about half full.
:
Battery power is low.
:
Battery power is running out. Charge the battery using the
:
AC a dapter.
Battery is charging.
:
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Turning Your P-4000 On and Off
◗ To turn on the P-4000, slide the Power switch
down and release it. The blue activity light turns on.
◗ To turn off the P-4000, make sure the
Access light
is off. Then slide the P power switch down and hold
it until the
Activity
light
Access light flashes.
Access light
Setting the Language, Date, and Time
When you turn on the P-4000 the first time, you see the
Language setting screen:
Language setting
English (Intl.)
Francais
Deutsch
Espanol
Italiano
Nederlands
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1 Press the OK button to select English. You see a
message about setting the date.
2 Press the OK button. You see the Date and time
screen:
3 Press right or left on the 4-way
ring to change the value for the
selected item.
4 To go to the next item, press
4-way
ring
down on the 4-way ring. Then
press right or left to change that
setting.
5 After you complete the settings, press the OK button.
You see the Home screen. See page 15 for details.
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Note:
If you remove the battery, the date and time settings will be
erased after about one day. The next time you turn on the
P-4000, the date and time setting screen will be displayed. If
you want to change the settings at any time, select Settings
on the Home screen, then select Date and time.
Conserving Battery Power
To conserve battery power and protect the LCD screen,
the P-4000 has two power-saving features. If no button
has been pressed and there has been no activity for 10
minutes, the backlight on the LCD screen is turned off.
After 15 minutes, the power is turned off.
Note:
You can change the number of minutes for these settings;
select Settings on the Home screen, then select Power
Save.
◗ If the screen goes dark because the backlight is
turned off, press any button on the P-4000 to turn it
back on.
◗ If the P-4000 has been powered off, you need to
turn it back on with the P power switch.
Note:
The power is also turned off if the P-4000 gets too hot. If
this happens, let it cool before turning it back on.
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Using the Home Screen
Whenever you turn on the P-4000, the Home screen
appears. You can return to the Home screen at any time
by pressing the
Use the 4-way ring to highlight one of the icons, then
press the
Home button.
OK button to select it.
View folders for
all your saved files
Home
Latest Data Settings
View most
recently
saved files
View your
albums
Albums Memory CardSaved Data
Customize your
P-4000 and check
storage space
View or copy files
from a memory card
Battery
status
See page 43 to
create album
shortcuts here
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Installing the Software
Make sure you install the software on your computer
from the CD-ROM that came with the P-4000.
1 Insert the software CD-ROM in your computer’s
CD-ROM or DVD drive.
2 Open the CD-ROM and double-click the Epson
icon if necessary.
You see the license agreement.
3 Read the license agreement, then click Agree.
4 Select your product, then select Install User’s
Guide
.
Enter your administrator name and password if
necessary.
5 If you don’t have Adobe Reader on your system, click
Install Adobe Reader to select it.
Enter your administrator name and password if
necessary.
6 When installation is complete, click Exit.
7 When you see the product registration screen,
register your P-4000 as instructed.
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Viewing and Playing Photos, Video, and Music
Follow the instructions in this section to insert a memory
card, copy files, and view or play them on your P-4000.
Inserting and Removing Memory Cards
The P-4000 has two memory card slots.
The
C/F Card slot supports the following cards:
◗ CompactFlash, Type I and II
◗ Microdrive
SD Card slot supports the following cards:
The
◗ SD card (Secure Digital) up to 512MB
◗ MultiMedia card (MMC V 2.1 or later) up to
512MB
You can also use the following types of memory cards
with a CompactFlash adapter in the
◗ Memory Stick
™
(3.3V only)
®
C/F Card slot:
◗ SmartMedia™ (3.3 V only)
◗ xD-Picture card
™
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Caution:
Never remove a memory card, or shake or drop the P-4000
while the Access light is flashing. Doing so may cause files
to be lost or damaged.
Do not put labels or stickers on memory cards. The sticker
may peel off, preventing the card from being ejected and
damaging the P-4000.
Using the CompactFlash Card Slot
Insert the memory card into the slot with the back of the
card facing the screen. Then push the memory card all
the way into the slot.
Back of card
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If you are using a CompactFlash adapter, put the card
into the adapter and insert the adapter into the slot.
Caution:
Make sure you insert memory cards in the correct
orientation. Otherwise, the card and P-4000 may be
damaged.
To remove a card from the C/F Card slot, first make sure
the
Access light is off. Then press the eject button and
pull out the card.
If the button is not sticking out, press it once to pop it
out, then press it again to eject the card.
Note:
If you are using a CompactFlash adapter, remove the
adapter from the P-4000; do not remove only the memory
card.
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Using the Secure Digital Card Slot
Insert the memory card into
the slot with the back of the
Back of card
card facing the LCD. Then
push the memory card all the
way into the slot.
Caution:
Make sure you insert memory
cards in the correct orientation.
Otherwise, the card and P-4000
may be damaged.
To remove a card from the SD Card slot, first make sure
the
Access light is off. Then press in on the top of the
card. When the card pops out, pull it out of the slot.
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Copying Files from a Memory Card
After you insert a memory card, you can browse the files
and decide what you want to do with them, or simply
copy all the files on the card to the P-4000.
1 Insert the memory card as described on page 18
or 20.
2 Use the 4-way ring to highlight Memory Card on
the Home screen and press the
You see the following menu:
Home
Albums Memory CardSaved Data
Copy Data from Memory Card
Create Album After Copying Data
Browse the Memory Card
Latest Data Settings
OK button.
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3 Select what you want to do by pressing up or down
on the 4-way ring. Then press the
OK button.
◗ If you select
Copy Data from Memory Card,
copying starts and the following screen appears:
Home
Albums Memory CardSaved Data
Copying data...
Cancel
Latest Data Settings
The files are copied to a folder that is
automatically created on the P-4000. The folder
is named according to the date, for example,
20051225.001. Folders are numbered in the
order they are copied.
◗ If you select
Data
, you can select an album or create a new
Create Album After Copying
one. See page 39 for instructions.
◗ If you select
Browse the Memory Card, you
see thumbnail images of the files on the card.
See page 26 for more information about
browsing.
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Note:
You should back up files stored on the P-4000 to another
storage device periodically.
Deleting Files After Copying
You can have files automatically deleted after you copy
them to the P-4000.
1 On the Home screen, use the 4-way ring to select
Settings and press the OK button.
2 Select Copy Mode and press the OK button.
3 Press left or right on the 4-way ring to choose one of
the following settings:
◗ Select
Delete if you want files on memory cards
to be automatically deleted, without a warning
message, after you copy them.
◗ Select
Confirm before deleting if you want the
P-4000 to ask before copying whether to delete
the files from the memory card after copying.
4 When you are finished, press the OK button.
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Supported File Formats
The P-4000 supports non-progressive JPEG files, and
RAW files from the following digital SLR cameras:
◗ Epson R-D1
◗ Canon
◗ Konica Minolta
◗ Nikon
◗ Pentax
◗ Olympus
Image files Extension Details
®
EOS-D30, EOS-D60, EOS-10D,
EOS-20D, Digital Rebel, Digital Rebel XT,
Kiss Digital, Kiss Digital N, EOS-1D Mark II,
and EOS-1Ds Mark II
®
Maxxum 7D and Alpha-7 Digital
®
D100, D1H, D2H, D2Hs, D1X, D2X,
D50, D70, and D70s
®
*ist D and *ist DS
®
E-1 and E-300 (thumbnail display only)
JPEG .jpg
.jpeg
.crw
.erf
.mrw
.nef
.pef
RAW .cr2
* Pixels refer to image resolution, not file size (bytes). The pixel
size depends on the capability and settings of the camera used
to capture the image, and whether you have resized the image in
an image-editing program.
Minimum size: 160 × 120 pixels
Maximum size: 17.8 megapixels*
Maximum image aspect ratio: 8:1
JPEG data stored in the header of
RAW files is displayed.
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Note:
RAW files do not support direct printing, rotation, zooming,
or slide shows. Rotation is also not supported for JPEG files
larger than 8.9 megapixels.
The P-4000 supports video files in resolutions ranging
from 160 × 112 pixels to 640 × 480 pixels, with file sizes
up to 2GB.
WMV, MPEG1, MPEG2, and DVD-Video are not
supported. However, you may be able to convert files to
supported formats using programs such as QuickTime
®
Pro.
Video file
extensions
.avi MPEG-4
.mov MPEG-4
.mp4 MPEG-4
.asf MPEG-4
Video codec Audio codec Max bit rate
(Simple Profile)
Motion JPEG ALaw, µLaw,
(Simple Profile)
Motion JPEG ALaw, µLaw,
(Simple Profile)
(Simple Profile)
AAC, MP3,
ALaw, µLaw
PCM, ADPCM
PCM
AAC 2.5 Mbps (ave.)
PCM
AAC 2.5 Mbps (ave.)
ADPCM 2.5 Mbps (ave.)
2.5 Mbps (ave.)
(at 30 fps)
3 Mbps
(at 30 fps)
3 Mbps
(at 30 fps)
(at 30 fps)
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The P-4000 supports audio files with sizes up to
100MB.
Audio file
extensions
.m4a
.aac
.mp3 MP3
Audio codec Details
AAC
(MPEG4)
Maximum bit rate: 320 kbps
(48 kHz, 16 bit Stereo)
Browsing Files on a Memory Card
After you select Browse the Memory Card, you see
thumbnail images of the files on the card.
To move to the next screen of thumbnail images, press
and hold down the 4-way ring.
Note:
Although you can play audio and video files on a memory
card, you will get better performance by copying them to the
P-4000 before you play them. See page 35 for instructions.
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To view an image full screen, use the 4-way ring to select
the image you want, then press the
OK button.
Press right or left on the 4-way ring to display the next or
previous image.
When an image is displayed full screen, you can zoom in,
view information about the image, or see a histogram, as
described on page 32.
You can also press the
Menu button and do the
following when viewing images on a memory card:
◗ View a slide show of images
◗ Lock an image to prevent deletion
◗ Copy or delete the current image, all images, or
selected images
See the P-4000 User’s Guide on the CD-ROM or on
your computer for more information.
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Using the P-4000 Screen
After you have copied files from a memory card, you can
view or play them in various ways.
The following illustrations and tables identify the icons
that appear on the screen:
PC_DATA
folder
Album set as
a shortcut
PC_DATA
folder
Battery
status
Audio
folder
Album
shortcuts
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Albums
PC_DATA Scenery Flower Travel
Album1 Travel2 New Album3
Photo Favorite Album4
A folder that includes audio
This is one of the default albums, which you
use for copying files from your computer.
See page 11 for information about battery
status.
Only folders that do not include image or
video files display this icon.
See page 43 for instructions on creating
album shortcuts.
Battery
status
Folder copied
from a computer
Video
File with P.I.F.
frame
™
Audio file
Image
selected
for printing
RAW file
.
Locked
file
Images
selected for
printing
Audio and
video files
RAW files
Locked files
Files with P.I.F.
frames
Unsupported
data file
Unsupported
image file
The number next to the icon indicates
the quantity. See the P-4000 User’s
Guide for printing instructions.
See page 35 to play audio and video.
See page 24 for details about supported
RAW files.
Press the Menu button and select Lock
to protect files from deletion.
P.I.F. (Print Image Framer
®
) lets you add
frames to your images. Some Epson
digital cameras support this feature.
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Viewing Images
You can view images in Saved Data or Albums as
thumbnails or full-screen images. To display information
or instructions, press the
and instructions vary depending on the screen.
Home
1 Use the 4-way ring to select Saved Data or Albums
in the Home screen, then press the
You see folders or albums:
Saved Data
20040829\002 20040827\001 20040820\001 20040818\003
Display button. Information
Albums Memory CardSaved Data
Latest Data Settings
OK button.
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20040815\001 20040813\001 20040810\002 20040805\001
20040801\005 20040720\002 20040715\003 20040630\001
Note:
On the Saved Data screen, folders are displayed for
every memory card. You can change the setting to
display folders by date. Select Settings on the Home
screen, then select View Mode.
2 Use the 4-way ring to select the folder or album
containing the images you want to view, then press
the
OK button.
Thumbnails of the images and other files are
displayed:
To move to the next screen, press down on the
4-way ring and hold.
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3 Use the 4-way ring to select the image you want to
view, then press the
is enlarged to fill the screen.
Zooming an Image
◗ To zoom in on an image shown full screen, press the
OK button. Keep pressing it to zoom in even further.
OK button. The selected image
◗ To zoom out, press the
Cancel button. Continue
pressing it to zoom all the way out.
◗ To move around a zoomed image, use the 4-way
ring.
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Displaying Information
To view information about a full-screen image, press the
Display button. The following information is displayed:
◗ File name ◗ F-stop
◗ Camera model ◗ Shutter speed
◗ Date of photo ◗ Exposure bias
◗ Pixel size ◗ White balance
◗ Focal length ◗ Metering mode
◗ ISO speed rate ◗ Flash
Viewing a Histogram
When an image is displayed full screen, press the
Display button twice to see a histogram that shows
the photo’s distribution of highlights, shadows, and
mid-tones.
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Displaying Images as a Slide Show
You can display JPEG images as a slide show.
1 Select the folder or album you want to display as a
slide show.
2 Press the Menu button to display the pop-up menu:
Albums
Edit Album Name
Set as Album Shortcut
PC_DATA Scenery Flower Travel
Lock
Start Slide Show
Sort by Album Name
Copy to Memory Card
Delete Album
Album1 Travel2
Photo Favorite Album4
New Album3
3 Select Start Slide Show and press the OK button.
The slide show starts.
Note:
You can select transition effects, timing, and background
music for the slide show. See page 45 for details.
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Playing Video and Audio Files
Select the video or audio file that you want to play and
press the
While playing audio, the screen turns off to conserve the
battery. Press any button to turn it back on.
◗ To raise or lower the volume, press up or down on
OK button.
the 4-way ring.
◗ To pause the audio or video, press the
OK button.
Press it again to restart.
◗ To stop playing and return to the previous screen,
press
Cancel.
◗ To play the previous or next audio file, or to fast
forward or rewind a video, press left or right on the
4-way ring.
Note:
Some files may not support fast forwarding and rewinding.
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Copying Files to and From Your Computer
You can connect the P-4000 to your computer using the
USB cable that came in the box, and easily copy files
back and forth. You should use the AC adapter when you
connect the P-4000 to your computer.
Note:
If your computer uses Windows 98SE, you need to install
driver software before you connect the P-4000. See page 16
for instructions.
Connecting the P-4000 to Your Computer
1 Connect the AC adapter to the P-4000 and plug it
in. Then turn on the P-4000 and your computer.
Note:
Make sure the P-4000 is at the Home screen.
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2 Connect the USB cable to your computer. Then
open the USB connector cover and connect the
other end of the USB cable to the P-4000.
The LCD turns off. Press any button to turn it on.
3 Select the EPSON_PV drive on your computer.
You will see an Albums folder and a Cards folder
(corresponding to Saved Data on the Home screen).
Do not change the names of these folders or any of
their subfolders.
To locate files in the Cards folder, you will need to
open a series of subfolders.
4 Copy files only to the PC_DATA folder (within the
Albums folder). If you copy files to any other folder,
the P-4000 will not recognize the files.
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The PC_DATA folder is one of the default albums
on the P-4000; you cannot rename or delete it or
create an album thumbnail for it.
Disconnecting the P-4000 From Your Windows Computer
1 Click Unplug or Eject Hardware on the taskbar at
the bottom of the computer screen.
2 Turn off the P-4000 and remove the USB cable from
your computer.
3 Remove the USB cable from the P-4000.
Disconnecting the P-4000 From Your Macintosh
1 Drag and drop the P-4000 icon to the trash.
2 Turn off the P-4000 and remove the USB cable from
your Macintosh.
3 Remove the USB cable from the P-4000.
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Creating Custom Albums and Slide Shows
You can save your files in albums for special purposes,
such as portfolios. You can also create slide shows with
custom transitions and your own background music.
To share your images, slide shows, and videos with a
larger audience, you can connect the P-4000 to a TV or
projector.
Creating an Album
1 Open a folder in Saved Data and select a file to
include in the album.
2 Press the Menu button to display the pop-up menu,
then select
Copy to Album.
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3 Press the right side of the 4-way ring. The sub-menu
appears:
4 Do one of the following, then press the OK button:
◗ If you want to copy only the selected file to an
album, select
◗ If you want to copy all the files in the folder,
select
All.
◗ If you want to select the file(s) to be copied,
select
Select.
This Data.
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If you choose Select, files in the folder are
displayed as thumbnails.
Select Image for Album
DSC00331.JPG DSC00330.mpg DSC00329.JPG DSC00328.JPG
DSC00327.JPG DSC00326.JPG DSC00325.JPG
Press Menu to finish selection
DSC00324.JPG
Select each file you want to copy and press the
OK button.
The selected files are displayed with a check
mark. After selecting all the files you want to
copy, press the
Menu button.
5 Do one of the following:
◗ If you want to use an existing album, select the
one you want and press the
are copied.
◗ If you want to create a new album, select
press
OK, then select the name and press OK
again. The files are copied.
OK button. The files
New,
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◗ If you want to create an album with a new
name, select
Then continue with the next step.
New and press the OK button.
6 Select Input name and press the OK button. The
on-screen keyboard appears:
7 Select a letter using the 4-way ring, then press the
OK button to input the selected letter.
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◗
To switch the letters between uppercase and
CAPS
lowercase, select
and press the
OK
button.
◗ To delete the last letter input, press the Cancel
button or select
press the
BACKSPACE on the screen and
OK button.
◗ To delete everything that was input, select
Cancel on the screen and press the OK button.
8 After you input the name, select OK on the screen
using the 4-way ring and press the
it. Files are copied to the new album.
Creating an Album Shortcut
You can create shortcuts on the Home screen to allow
quick and easy access to three of your favorite albums.
OK button to save
1 Select the album that you want a shortcut for.
2 Press the Menu button to display the pop-up menu:
Albums
Edit Album Name
Set as Album Shortcut
PC_DATA Scenery Flower Travel
Lock
Start Slide Show
Sort by Album Name
Copy to Memory Card
Delete Album
Album1 Travel2
New Album3
Photo Favorite Album4
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3 Select Set as Album Shortcut and press OK. The
icon is displayed on the album thumbnail.
Note:
You can also press the Menu button to change the album
name, lock, delete, or copy the album to a memory card, or
sort albums. For more information, see the P-4000 User’s
Guide on the CD-ROM or on your computer.
Rotating Images
You can rotate images that are stored in albums.
1 Press the Menu button to display the pop-up menu,
then select
Rotate.
2 Press right on the 4-way ring. The sub-menu
appears.
3 Select Right to rotate the image 90° clockwise or
Left to rotate it 90° counterclockwise. Then press
OK button.
the
If you want to rotate a group of images at the same
time select
Left-Select (to rotate counterclockwise).
Right-Select (to rotate clockwise) or
Select the images you want to rotate, then press the
Menu button. The images are rotated.
Note:
You cannot rotate JPEG images larger than 8.9 megapixels.
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Creating Custom Slide Shows with Music
You can create slide shows of all the images in a folder or
album. You can choose from 5 different transition effects
and 5 different background music selections. You can
also register up to 3 of your own music files to use for
slide shows.
Registering Slide Show Background Music
You can register your own audio files to use as slide show
background music.
1 Highlight the audio file you want to use.
2 Press the Menu button. You see the pop-up menu.
3 Select Register to Slide show BGM.
4 Press right on the 4-way ring. The sub-menu
appears.
5 Select one of the User BGM choices. If three audio
files are already registered, the new file will replace
one of the existing files.
6 Press the OK button to register the file and exit the
menu.
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Creating the Slide Show
You can create a slide show from images in a folder or
album in the P-4000 or on a memory card. The easiest
way to select files for your slide show is to copy them to
an album. See page 39 for instructions.
Then follow these steps to create a slide show and select
transitions and music:
1 Highlight or open the album or folder you want to
use for the slide show.
2 Press the Menu button. You see the pop-up menu.
3 Select Start Slide Show and press OK. The slide
show begins.
4 Press the Menu button. You see the slide show
pop-up menu.
5 Select Slide Show Effect and press right on the
4-way ring. Choose from one of the 5 transition
effects and press the
OK button.
6 Press the Menu button and select Slide Show
Duration
the timing for each image:
1, 5, or 30 minutes. Then press OK.
. Press right on the 4-way ring and select
3, 5, 10, or 30 seconds, or
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7 Press the Menu button and select Slide Show
BGM
. Select one of the audio files you registered, or
select from one of the 5 default music selections.
Then press
If you don’t want music for your slide show, select
None.
OK.
After you press the
OK button, your slide show plays
with the transition effect, image duration, and music
you selected.
Note:
You can also choose default slide show settings. Select
Settings on the Home screen, then select Slide Show.
Showing Photos and Videos on TV
You can connect the P-4000 to a TV or projector and
view your images, videos, and slide shows.
You will need a camcorder-to-TV/VCR audio/video
cable (an A/V cable with a 3.5 mm mini-plug to 3 RCA
phono plugs). You can purchase the cable at an
electronics store.
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Follow these steps to connect the P-4000 to your TV:
1 Connect the three RCA plugs to the video and audio
IN jacks on your TV.
2 Connect the mini-plug on the other end of the cable
to the
A/V Out connector on the side of the P-4000.
The P-4000 LCD screen turns off.
3 Set the TV to display video input from the P-4000.
Note:
If you need to change the Video Out setting to match
your TV, see the P-4000 User’s Guide.
Some TVs may crop your images on the top and bottom.
You can now use all of the P-4000 controls to play slide
shows, photos, and videos on your TV.
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Solving Problems
Check this list of common problems and possible
solutions. For more troubleshooting tips, check the
P-4000 User’s Guide on the CD-ROM or on your
computer.
Power Problems
The power doesn’t turn on.
◗ The P-4000 may have shut off automatically to
save power. Slide the P power switch down to turn
the P-4000 back on.
◗ The battery may need recharging. Connect the AC
adapter as shown on page 11.
Viewing Problems
The LCD screen is dark.
◗ The screen may have turned off automatically to save
power. Press any button to turn the screen on.
◗ If you have connected the P-4000 to your TV or
projector, the screen turns off.
◗ Try adjusting the screen brightness. Select
on the Home screen, then select
LCD Brightness.
Settings
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Images or videos are not displayed correctly, or sound
doesn’t play correctly.
◗ Make sure the file format is supported. See page 24
for details about supported image file formats.
For audio and video, make sure the bit rate and
audio codec of your file are supported. See pages 25
to 26 for details about video and audio files.
You may be able to convert files to supported
formats with software such as QuickTime Pro.
◗ The file may be corrupted.
◗ Make sure the P-4000 is not connected to a
computer or printer. Images are not displayed when
the P-4000 is connected.
File Operation Problems
You have a problem copying files to or from the
P-4000.
◗
Make sure you have sufficient space on the P-4000 hard
drive. To check the space remaining, select
on the Home screen, then select
Hard Drive
Settings
.
◗ Make sure files are not damaged or corrupted.
◗ If you want to copy files to or from a computer
running Windows 98SE, you need to install driver
software. See page 16 for instructions.
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◗ When transferring files from a computer, make sure
the P-4000 is at the Home screen, and copy files to
the PC_DATA folder within the Albums folder (see
pages 36 to 38).
You can’t rotate an image.
The image must be a JPEG in the Albums folder, and it
cannot be larger than 8.9 megapixels.
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 Web
Automated
Telephone
Services
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.
A variety of automated help services are available
24 hours a day, seven days a week. To use these
services, you must have a touch tone telephone and
call (800) 922-8911.
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To speak to a technical support representative, dial:
◗ U.S.: (562) 276-4303, 6
AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday.
◗ Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6
AM to 6 PM, Pacific
Time, Monday through Friday.
Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Please have the following information ready:
◗ Product name (Epson P-4000)
◗ Product serial number (on the back of the P-4000)
◗ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of
purchase
◗ Computer configuration and operating system
version
◗ Description of the problem
You can purchase parts, manuals, and accessories from
an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest
authorized reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON
(800-463-7766). To purchase online, please visit
www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please
call (800) 463-7766 for a reseller referral.
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Appendix
Important Safety Instructions
Using the P-4000
◗ Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this product.
◗ Use only AC adapter model A351H and Lithium-ion battery
model D111A with this product.
◗ When connecting this product to a computer or other device with
a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the connectors. Each
connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector
in the wrong orientation may damage both devices connected by
the cable.
◗ Do not insert objects into the slots or openings on this product.
◗ Do not touch the components inside this product unless
instructed to do so in the documentation. Never force this
product’s components into place. Although this product is
designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage it.
◗ Never spill liquid onto this product.
◗ If this product emits unusual noises, odors, or smoke, cancel the
current operation and turn it off immediately. Disconnect the AC
adapter from the product, then unplug the AC adapter from the
power outlet. Contact Epson.
◗ Do not use this product after moving it between extreme
temperatures, which may cause condensation to form on
electronic parts.
◗ If you use this product in places where the use of electronic devices
is limited, such as in airplanes or hospitals, follow all instructions
in those places.
◗ Do not use this product outdoors during a thunderstorm.
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◗ 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.
◗ To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose this product or its
options to rain or moisture.
◗ To prevent fire or explosion, do not use this product where
flammable or volatile gas is stored.
Using the Battery
◗ If battery acid gets into your eyes or on your skin, immediately
rinse the affected area thoroughly with water and seek medical
treatment. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment
immediately.
◗ Use only an Epson Lithium-ion battery for the P-4000 according
to the instructions in this manual.
◗ Use only AC adapter model A351H and P-4000 Model G941B to
charge batteries.
◗ Do not use the battery that comes with this product for other
devices.
◗ To protect against short-circuiting, do not remove the outside
sleeves of the battery.
◗ 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 batteries that are leaking or damaged in any way.
◗ Do not charge the battery on devices except this product.
◗ Do not charge the battery near open flame or in very hot
locations.
◗ Keep batteries away from heat sources.
◗ Do not leave the battery in a vehicle to prevent the battery from
overheating.
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◗ Do not insert objects into any openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-circuit components.
◗ Prevent the battery from coming into contact with metal objects
that could short-circuit it, such as coins or keys.
◗ Do not insert the battery into power outlets or other power
sources such as car cigarette lighter sockets.
◗ Do not solder wires or terminals directly to the battery.
◗ Do not touch battery terminals.
◗ Keep batteries away from open flame if they leak or smell strange.
◗ If overheating, discoloration, or distortion occur, remove the
battery from this product and do not use it.
◗ Charge the battery before using it if it has not been used for a long
period.
Storing the Battery
◗ When not using this device for a long period, remove the battery
from this product and store it separately.
◗ Do not store batteries where the temperature or humidity is very
high.
◗ Store batteries out of children’s reach.
Disposing of the Battery
Before disposing of the battery, make sure you discharge it
completely.
For users in North America: This mark indicates that the
battery will be recycled by the RBRC. When you are ready
to dispose of the battery, contact the RBRC at
(800) 822-8837.
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Warning:
Be sure to securely cover the end of the battery with tape to
prevent combustion or explosion when disposing of it.
Do not incinerate or dispose of the battery in fire.
Do not dispose of batteries as ordinary refuse. Instead, dispose of
them in a collection or recycle box in accordance with local laws.
Using the AC Adapter
◗ Use only the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter’s
label, and always supply power directly from a standard, domestic
power outlet with a power cord that meets the relevant local safety
standards.
◗ Place the AC adapter near an electrical outlet where the power
cord can be easily unplugged.
◗ The AC adapter is designed for use and provided with this
product. Do not attempt to use it with other electronic devices
unless specified.
◗ Do not remove the AC adapter from this device during operations.
◗ The AC adapter included is designed for use with this product.
Use of any other adapter could result in fire, electrical shock, or
injury.
◗ Use only AC adapter model A351H with the P-4000.
◗ Do not connect the AC adapter when the battery is not installed.
Otherwise, the P-4000 may be damaged.
◗ Use only the power source that meets the power requirements
indicated on the label attached to the product. If you are not sure
of the power supply specifications in your area, contact your local
power company or regulatory agency.
◗ Make sure the total amperage of all devices plugged into the power
outlet does not exceed the power outlet’s ampere rating.
◗ Do not use a damaged or frayed AC adapter.
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◗ If you use an extension cord with this product, make sure the total
amperage of all devices plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the cord’s amperage rating.
◗ Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the AC adapter by
yourself.
◗ Do not use power outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic
timers.
◗ Do not use power outlets on the same circuit as large motors or
other appliances that may cause voltage fluctuations.
◗ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air
control systems that regularly switch on and off.
◗ Position this product’s power cord so that it will not be stepped on
or run over.
◗ Do not place any objects on the power cord and the AC adapter.
◗ Keep the power cord straight at the ends and at the points where it
enters the transformer.
◗ The power cord should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying,
crimping, kinking, and other damage.
◗ If you cannot insert the plug into the power outlet, contact an
electrician.
◗ Remove the AC plug from the outlet during lightning storms.
◗ 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 125 V 7 A connector.
Using a Memory Card
◗ Only memory cards designed for the product’s specifications can
be used. (See page 17.)
◗ The methods for using memory cards vary according to card type.
See the documentation included with your memory card for
details.
◗ Do not remove a memory card or turn off the product while the
Access light is flashing.
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Using the LCD
◗ The LCD panel on this product may contain a few small bright or
dark spots. These are normal and do not mean that your LCD
panel is damaged in any way.
◗ If the LCD panel on this product is damaged, contact Epson.
◗ If the liquid crystal solution contained in the LCD panel on this
product leaks out and gets onto your hands, wash them
thoroughly with soap and water. If it gets into your eyes, flush
them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems
remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
◗ Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the display. Do not use liquid or
chemical cleaners.
Storing, Maintaining, or Transporting the P-4000
◗ Do not store this product outdoors.
◗ Do not store this product near water.
◗ Do not store this product in a location subject to high temperature
or humidity.
◗ Do not store this product in a location subject to rapid changes in
temperature or humidity.
◗ Do not store this product in a location subject to direct sunlight or
strong light sources.
◗ Unplug this product from the power outlet before cleaning it. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
◗ Remove the battery and unplug this product and refer 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 is damaged; this product or its options do not operate
normally or exhibit a distinct change in performance.
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WARNING:
The cords included with this product contain chemicals, including
lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
(provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal. Health & Safety
Code § 25249.5 et seq)
FCC Compliance Statement
For United States Users
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio and television reception. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
◗ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
◗ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
◗ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected
◗ Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface
cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this
device and may cause interference levels that exceed the limits
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established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of
the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with
this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector,
do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For Canadian Users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers
and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with
Class B Personal Computers:
We: Epson America, Inc.
Located at: MS 3-13
3840 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
Telephone: (562) 290-5254
Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein,
complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B
digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the
representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the
standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment
being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted,
due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as
required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two
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conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Trade Name: Epson
Type of Product: Multimedia Storage Viewer
Model: G941B
Product: Epson P-4000
MPEG License Agreement
This product uses MPEG-3 and MPEG-4 technology.
For MPEG-3 (MPEG-1 Layer 3):
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology is licensed from Fraunhofer
IIS and Thomson.
For MPEG-4:
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 visual patent portfolio
license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer for
(i) encoding video in compliance with the MPEG-4 visual standard
(“MPEG-4 video”) and/or (ii) decoding MPEG-4 video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial
activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed by
MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 video. No license is granted or
shall be implied for any other use. Additional information including
that relating to promotional, internal and commercial uses and
licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See
http://www.mpegla.com.
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Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty
What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the
first retail purchaser that the Epson product enclosed with this
limited warranty statement, if purchased and used in the United
States or Canada, conforms to the manufacturer’s specifications and
will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of
one (1) year from the date of original purchase. For warranty service,
you must provide proof of the date of original purchase.
What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your Epson
product prove defective during the warranty period, please call the
Epson Connection
instructions and return authorization, if required. An Epson service
technician will provide telephone diagnostic service to determine
whether the unit requires service. If service is needed, Epson will, at
its option, repair or exchange the product without charge for parts or
labor. If the product requires repair or replacement, it is your
responsibility to package it in its original container or an equivalent,
along with proof of the date of original purchase and ship it to Epson.
Packaging and shipping costs incurred in presenting your Epson
product for warranty service are your responsibility. Return shipping
costs from the Epson repair facility are Epson’s responsibility. When
warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part, the
item replaced becomes Epson property. The replacement product or
part may be new or refurbished to the Epson standard of quality, and,
at Epson’s option, may be another model of like kind and quality.
Epson’s liability for replacement of the covered product will not
exceed the original retail selling price of the covered product.
Exchange products and parts assume the remaining warranty period
of your original product covered by this limited warranty.
SM
at (562) 276-4303 for warranty repair
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What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty does not apply
to refurbished or reconditioned products. This warranty covers only
normal use in the United States and Canada. This warranty is not
transferable and will not apply to products purchased from an end
user. This warranty does not cover damage to the Epson product
caused by parts or supplies not manufactured, distributed or certified
by Epson. This warranty does not cover third party parts,
components or peripheral devices added to the Epson product after
its shipment from Epson. This warranty does not cover loss or
recovery of any data or software stored on the product. Epson is not
responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the
rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to
be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of
misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping,
damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning,
improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with nonEpson products, or service other than by an Epson Authorized
Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced, you
will be held responsible for costs incurred.
THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE
EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
NON-INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION
OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED
TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE.
UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY STATEMENT OR
REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR
FIRM ARE VOID. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS
WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC.,
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NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS,
INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
EPSON PRODUCT, OR FOR LOST DATA OR LOST
SOFTWARE WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF
WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.
In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions.
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
Epson America, Inc., P. O. Box 93012, Long Beach, CA 90809-3012
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Index
A
A/V cable, 47
AC adapter
connecting, 11
safety, 56 to 57
Albums, creating, 39 to 43
Audio
file formats
playing, 35
problems, 50
, 26
B
Battery
charging, 10 to 11
installing, 9 to 10
power, conserving, 14
recycling, 55, 56
replacing, 6
safety, 54 to 56
BGM, slide show, 45
Buttons, 8
C
Cable
, 47
A/V
USB, 36 to 38
CompactFlash cards, 18
Computer
connecting, 36 to 38
disconnecting, 38
D
Date and time setting,
12 to 14
Disk space, 50
Display button, 30, 33
E
Epson
help, 51
Store, 6, 52
warranty, 62 to 64
F
File formats, 24 to 26
Files
browsing
copying from memory
copying to computer,
problems, 50 to 51
, 26
card
, 21
36 to 38
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H
Hard drive space, 50
Histogram, viewing, 33
Home screen, 15
MPEG licence agreement, 61
Music
playing, 35
registering for slide show,
45
I
Images
copying to album
39 to 43
displaying as slide show, 34
displaying histogram, 33
displaying information, 33
file formats, 24
problems, 50
rotating, 44, 51
showing on TV, 47 to 48
zooming, 32
,
L
LCD safety, 58
Lights, 8
M
Memory card
, 17
adapter
copying files, 21
inserting and removing,
17 to 20
safety instructions, 57
P
P.I.F., 29
PC_DATA folder, 37
Power, conserving, 14
Problems, solving, 49 to 51
R
RAW files, 24
Rotating images, 44, 51
S
Safety instructions, 53 to 58
Screen icons, 15, 28 to 29
Secure Digital card, 20
Shortcuts, creating, 43
Slide show
, 46 to 47
creating
registering music, 45
starting, 34
Software
description, 6
installing, 16
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T
Technical support, 51
Troubleshooting, 49 to 51
Turning P-4000 on/off, 12
TV, connecting to, 48
U
USB
cable, 36 to 38
driver, installing, 6
V
Video
file formats, 25
playing, 35
problems, 50
showing on TV, 47 to 48
W
Warranty, 62 to 64
Z
Zooming images, 32
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68
CompactFlash card slot
SD card slot
LCD
Eject button
Power switch
Reset button
Audio/Video out connector
Headphone connector
AC adapter connector
Speaker
Battery cover
USB connector cover
USB connector
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