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    P-3000/P-5000 Basics
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    maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for 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 and Photo
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    /P-5000 7 Installing the Battery 8 Charging the Battery 9 Turning the Viewer On and Off 10 Setting the Language, Date, and Time 11 Installing Your Software and User's Guide 13 Using Memory Cards 16 Inserting and Removing Memory Cards 16 Copying Files from a Memory Card 20 Supported
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    a USB Device 35 Copying Files to the Viewer 36 Copying Files to the USB Device 37 Problems 53 Operating Problems 53 Viewing Problems 54 Replacing the Battery 55 Where To Get Help 55 Appendix 57 Important Safety Instructions 57 Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials 59 Epson
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    Your Epson® P-3000/P-5000 multimedia storage viewer lets you enjoy photos, videos, and music wherever you go. Its features include: ◗ Large, high-quality 4-inch LCD with Photo Fine® Ultra technology and true Adobe® RGB ◗ Support for JPEG files and RAW files from select digital SLR cameras ◗ MP3
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    About Your Software and User's Guide The following software is included on your P-3000/ P-5000 multimedia storage viewer: ◗ Epson Link2 software to transfer photos, videos, and music back and forth between your computer and viewer ◗ Epson P-3000/P-5000 User's Guide for instructions on all the
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    Getting Started Follow the instructions in this section to set up your P-3000/P-5000. Unpacking Your P-3000/P-5000 Epson P-3000/P-5000 Carrying case Strap Lithium-ion battery Power cord AC adapter USB cable 7
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    Installing the Battery 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Latch for removing battery Note: If you need to remove the battery, open the battery cover, then push the latch (shown above) to the left. 8
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    the viewer without the battery installed. Turn off the viewer before disconnecting the adapter. The battery status is displayed in the upper-right corner of the screen when the viewer is on: Battery is fully charged. Battery power is about half full. Battery power is low. Battery power is running
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    the message Shutting Down. Note: If the viewer is in sleep mode, press any button to wake it. Then turn it off as described above. If the viewer is idle for 10 minutes, it shuts off automatically to save battery power. See the on-screen User's Guide if you want to change this setting. 10
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    Setting the Language, Date, and Time When you turn on the viewer the first time, you see the Language setting screen: 1 Press OK to select English. You see a message about setting the date. 2 Press OK. You see the Date and Time screen: 11
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    , highlight Complete and press OK. You see the Home screen: 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 viewer, the Date and Time screen will be displayed. If you want to change the settings at
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    and audio files, and create music playlists, you need to install the Epson Link2 software. The P-3000/P-5000 User's Guide installs with the software and gives detailed instructions on using the viewer, safety instructions, and other information. Note: During the installation process you may need to
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    on your computer screen to install the Epson Link2 software, Apple QuickTime (Windows only), and User's Guide. 8 When installation is complete, click Exit. 9 When you see the product registration screen, register your P-3000/P-5000 as instructed. 10 Restart your computer to use the installed
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    , double-click its icon on your desktop. You need to have Adobe Reader® or Acrobat® installed on your system to view the guide. You can download this application at www.adobe.com. Do not remove the software from the viewer after installing it on your computer, in case you need to reinstall it. 15
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    Cards Follow the instructions in this section to insert a memory card and copy files to your P-3000/P-5000. Inserting and Removing Memory Cards The P-3000/P-5000 supports the following types of memory cards: ◗ CompactFlash (CF) memory card (Type1/Type2) and MicroDrive™ ◗ SD (Secure Digital) and SD
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    sure you insert memory cards in the correct orientation, or the card and viewer may be damaged. Do not put labels or stickers on memory cards. The sticker may peel off, preventing the card from being ejected and damaging the viewer. Using the CF Card Slot Insert the memory card into the slot with
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    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 viewer; do not remove only the memory card. 18
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    Using the SD Card Slot Insert an SD or SD HC card into the slot as shown below. Insert it fully into the viewer. Memory card access light To remove a card from the SD Card slot, first make sure the memory card access light is off. Then press in
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    all of the files on the card to the Backup Files folder on the viewer. Copying All files 1 On the Home screen, use the 4-way ring to copied to a folder that is automatically created in the Backup Files folder on the viewer. Note: The folder is named according to the date, for example, 12252006.001.
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    3 When the backup is complete, you see thumbnail images of the copied photos. Copying Selected Files 1 On the Home screen, use the 4-way ring to highlight Card or Browse SD Memory Card, then press OK. You see your photos displayed. Vista.JPG 3 Press the Menu button to display the popup menu. 21
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    boxes: Check box Vista.JPG 5 Use the 4-way ring to highlight each photo you want to copy and press to select it. The selected items are and choose Select All. 6 When you are finished selecting photos, press OK. Your files are copied to the Backup Files folder on the viewer (see page 20). 22
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    You can have files automatically deleted after you copy them to the viewer. 1 On the Home screen, use the 4-way ring to select want files on memory cards to be deleted after copying. ◗ Confirm if you want the viewer to ask whether to delete the files from the memory card after copying. 5 When you
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    /P-5000 supports these video file formats: .avi .mov .mpe .asf .div .mp4 .vob .wmv .divx .mpg .mod .m4v For more details about the supported file formats, see the on-screen User's Guide. You can also check at http://support.epson.com for the latest information on supported RAW camera
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    and Videos Follow the instructions in this section to view photos, create slide shows, and play videos on your P-3000/ P-5000. To share your images, slide shows, and videos with a larger audience, you can connect the viewer to a TV or projector (see page 32). Viewing Photos After you've copied
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    2 If necessary, select the folder containing the images you want to view, then press OK. (If there is no folder, skip this step.) You see a screen like this: To move to the next screen, press down on the 4-way ring and hold. 3 Select the image you want to view, then press OK. The selected image is
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    Changing How Files Are Displayed You can change your view of the files by pressing the Display button while in a folder: Thumbnails (12 per screen) Mini-thumbnails (64 per screen) My Photos Details 27
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    areas at both ends of the brightness range. See the on-screen User's Guide for more information. Rating Photos You can use the button to rate your photos from 1 to 5, and then view just the photos you've rated. 1 Highlight a photo you want to rate. 2 Press the button up to 5 times to change the
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    the rating level you want to view, and press OK. The rated photos appear on the screen. If you delete files on the Rating screen or can use the Link2 software to move images and their ratings to your computer for use with certain applications (see your on-screen User's Guide for details). Creating a
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    Slide Show Settings You can select transition effects, timing, and background music for the slide show. To change the settings, select Settings on the Home screen, press OK, then select Slide Show. ◗ Effects: Choose one of five slide transition effects. ◗ Duration: Choose the time between slide
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    to increase the speed. (This function may not work with some videos.) ◗ To stop the video and return to the previous screen, press Back. The viewer remembers where you stopped. When you resume, playback starts 3 seconds before the stop point (for videos longer than 1 minute). If you want to play the
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    ◗ To view information about the video, press Display. You see information like the following: :15/12/2006 12:24 Showing Photos and Videos on a TV You can connect the P-3000/P-5000 to a TV or projector and view your images, videos, and slide shows. You will need a camcorder AV cable (3.5-mm to 3 RCA
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    cable's mini-plug to the A/V Out jack on the side of the viewer. The viewer's LCD screen turns off. 3 Set the TV or projector to display video input from the viewer. Now you can use all of the viewer's controls to show photos, videos, and slide shows on your TV or projector. Note: Some TVs
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    with the USB Mass Storage specification, including: ◗ Digital cameras ◗ Flash memory drives ◗ Memory card readers ◗ External hard drives ◗ Epson multimedia storage viewers Note: USB hubs are not supported, and some USB devices may not work without a power connection. Epson cannot guarantee the
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    it to prevent the possible loss of files during transfer. 1 Open the connector cover on the side of the viewer. 2 Plug the device into the Host USB connector on the side of the viewer. If the device has a USB cable, connect one end of the cable to the device and the other
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    see the USB Device menu: USB Device Backup USB device to Viewer Browse USB Device Copy all Backup Files 2 Do one of the following: ◗ To copy all a folder that is automatically created in the Backup Files folder on the viewer. The folder is named according to the date, for example, 12252006.001
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    USB Device in the USB Device menu, then press OK. You see your photos displayed. Then follow steps 3 through 6 on pages 21 to 22. This process may take some time, depending on the volume of data in the viewer. 1 Follow the instructions on page 35 to connect the USB device. 2 On the Home screen, use
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    to a USB Device You can select individual files or folders to copy. 1 Follow the instructions on page 35 to connect the USB device. 2 Select the file or folder you want to copy. 3 Press the Menu button. 38 My Photos/2006.1205 Copy/Move Edit Rate EPV2014.JPG Sort EPV2171.JPG EPV2242.JPG
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    to the USB device. Wait until all the files are copied, then disconnect the device. ◗ If you selected an individual file, you see your photos displayed with white check boxes. Continue with steps 6 and 7 below. Select Files to Delete Check box EPV2014.JPG EPV2171.JPG EPV2242.JPG EPV2269.JPG
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    copy audio files from your computer and play them on the P-3000/P-5000. You can create playlists using your computer and the Epson Link2 software, or using the viewer itself. See your on-screen User's Guide for instructions on creating a playlist and adjusting audio equalizer settings. Copying Music
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    to your computer. Larger end Smaller end 2 Double-click the Epson Link2 icon on your desktop to open the program. 3 Click My Music, then locate the audio files you want to copy from your computer. Caution: The viewer will rename the audio files to make them playable. Always keep backup copies
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    to update the music list, click OK. Playing Audio Files You can connect headphones to the jack on top of the viewer, or listen through the viewer's built-in speaker. 1 Select My Music on the Home screen using the 4-way ring, then press OK. Home My Music View Rated Files My Videos My Photos
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    played track, select Resume, then press OK. 2 Select Music List, then press OK. If you don't see the songs you transferred to the viewer, select Update Music List and press OK. 3 Select a category to start playback, then press right on the 4-way ring. You can narrow your search by selecting
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    4 Select the track you want using the 4-way ring, then press OK. Controlling Audio Playback You can do the following while listening to music or audio files: ◗ To play or pause music, press OK. ◗ To adjust the volume, press or . ◗ To skip back or forward, press left or right on the 4-way ring. Press
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    Setting Repeat and Shuffle Options In My Music, press the Menu button and select Play Mode. Then set the following items using the 4-way ring and press OK. First select either Shuffle or Normal Play Order to set the playback order, then select the desired repeat play mode. To play... Current
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    Managing Your Files You can copy the files you've backed up from memory cards or USB drives to your own folders for special purposes, such as portfolios. You can also back up files from the viewer to your computer. Copying Files to a Folder 1 Open a folder to the thumbnail view, as shown below
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    your files if you to copy them into a folder you've named, instead of placing them in the root of a main folder (such as My Photos or My Videos). You can delete files from their original location when copying them. Press the Menu button and select Settings > File Operation. Then change
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    Creating a New Folder 1 To copy items to a new folder, follow steps 1 through 6 in the previous section. When you select Create New Folder and press OK, the on-screen keyboard appears with the current date entered as the default name for the folder. 07232007.001 You can either keep the name or enter
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    press OK. Your files are deleted. Note: You can lock files and folders to prevent them from being accidentally deleted. See the on-screen User's Guide for details. 50
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    USB cable to connect the viewer to your computer. Larger end Smaller end The viewer LCD screen turns off. Note: Although your computer may recognize the viewer as a removable drive, it is best to transfer files using the Epson Link2 software. 4 Double-click the Epson Link2 icon on your desktop
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    Eject Hardware. Then remove the USB cable. ◗ Macintosh: Drag and drop the viewer icon to the trash, then remove the USB cable. For more information on using Epson Link2 to move files, see your on-screen Epson Link2 User's Guide. Click the ? in the upper-right corner of the Link2 software to view the
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    this list of common problems and possible solutions. For more troubleshooting tips, check the P-3000/P-5000 User's Guide on your computer. (See page 13 for instructions on installing and viewing the guide.) Operating Problems The power doesn't turn on. ◗ The battery may need recharging. Connect
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    next to the viewer's USB ports. Viewing Problems The LCD screen is dark. ◗ The screen may have turned off automatically to save power, or the viewer may have shut appears as ?, it may not be in a supported file format. See page 24 for supported formats. For audio and video, make sure the bit rate
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    epson.ca (Canadian sales). Where To Get Help Epson provides these technical support services: Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at http://support.epson.com and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download software and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting
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    you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready: ◗ Product name (Epson P-3000 or P-5000) ◗ Product serial number (located on the bottom of the viewer) ◗ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ◗ Computer configuration ◗ Description of the problem Then
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    medical treatment immediately. ◗ Use only an Epson lithium-ion battery for the P-3000/P-5000 according to the instructions in this manual. ◗ Use only AC adapter model A351H and the P-3000/P-5000 (model G961A/G961B) to charge batteries. ◗ Do not use the battery that comes with this product for other
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    . ◗ Do not connect the AC adapter when the battery is not installed. Otherwise, the P-3000/P-5000 may be damaged. ◗ 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
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    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 Use of Copyrighted Materials Epson encourages each user to be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using any Epson product. While some countries
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    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 frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception. However, there
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    cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Type of Product: Model: Product Epson Multimedia Storage Viewer G961A (P-3000) or G961B (P-5000) Epson P-3000/P-5000 61
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    Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your Epson product prove defective during the warranty period, please call the Epson ConnectionSM at (562) 276-4303 in the U.S. and (905) 709-3839 in Canada for warranty instructions and return authorization. An Epson service technician will provide telephone
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    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
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    THE EPSON PRODUCT, OR FOR LOST DATA OR LOST SOFTWARE WHETHER RESULTING Epson Authorized Reseller nearest you, visit our website at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). To find the Epson Customer Care Center nearest you, visit http://support.epson.com or write to: Epson
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    problems, 54 B Backing up memory card, 20 to 22 USB device, 36 viewer, 37 to 38, 51 to 52 Backup Files folder copying files from, 47 to 50 copying files to, 20, 22, 36 Battery folder views, 27 image information, 28 E Epson contacting, 55 to 56 Link2 software, 6 Store, 55 warranty, 62 to 64 65
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    47 to 49 problems, 53 Flickering, 33 Folder view, changing, 27 Folders creating, 48 to 49 renaming, 50 viewing contents, 27 H Hard drive space, 53 problems, 33, 54 rating, 28 to 29 viewing, 25 to 28 viewing on TV, 32 to 33 zooming, 26 K Keyboard, on-screen, 49 L Language, selecting, 11 Link2 software
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    viewer, 54 S Safety instructions, 57 to 59 Screen problems, 54 SD Card slot, 19 SD cards, 16 Setting up viewer, 7 to 15 Shuffle, 46 Shutting down viewer, 10 Sleep mode, 10 Slide show clock, 30 creating, 29 duration, 30 effects, 30 music, 30 Software description, 6 installing, 13 to 15 Support
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    33 U Unpacking, 7 USB devices connecting, 35 copying files, 36 to 39 types, 34 User's Guide about, 6 installing, 13 to 15 V Video file formats, 24 playing, 30 to 32 problems, 54 screen size, 31 viewing on TV, 32 to 33 Viewer features, 5 resetting, 54 setting up, 7 to 15 sleep mode, 10 turning on and
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    Charge light Green indicates battery charging; orange indicates problems Activity light Flashes blue during power on, printing, file transfer, and computer connection Menu button Press to display a pop-up menu button Press to select a file or rate a photo from 1-5 stars Zoom buttons Press to
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    slot Card access light CompactFlash Card slot CompactFlash Card eject button Headphone connector Power switch Host USB connector (for camera, card reader, flash drive, etc.) AV Out connector Cover Speaker Battery cover AC adapter connector Device USB connector (for computer) Reset button
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