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Kodak EasyShare
CX6230 zoom digital camera
User’s Guide
www.kodak.com
For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto
Eastman Kodak Company
343 State Street
Rochester, New York 14650
© Eastman Kodak Company, 2003
All screen images are simulated.
Kodak, EasyShare, Max, and Retinar are trademarks of Eastman Kodak
Company.
P/N 6B8755
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Product Overview
Front View
1 Microphone 6 Card door
2 Light sensor 7 Shutter button
3 Self Timer/Video light 8 Flash unit
4 Wrist strap post 9 Viewfinder lens
5 Grip 10 Lens
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Product Overview
Back View
1 Camera screen (LCD) 9 Flash/Status button
2 Share button (page 51) 10 Mode dial/Off (page 17, page 6)
3 OK button (press) 11 Shutter button
4 DC-In (3V) for
optional AC adapter
12 Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto)
5 4-way controller 13 Thumb rest
6 Delete button 14 Menu button
7 Viewfinder 15 Review button
8 Ready light
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Product Overview
Side View
1 A/V Out, for television viewing
2 Slot for optional SD/MMC card
3USB Port
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Product Overview
Top and Bottom Views
1 Shutter button 3 Battery door
2 Mode dial 4 Tripod socket/locator, dock 6000
5 Dock connector
6 Locator, dock 6000
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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started ...................................................................1
Install Software First................................................................1
Need This User Guide in Larger Print? .................................1
What Can I Do With My Camera?...........................................2
What Can I Do With My Pictures and Videos?...................2
Package Contents..................................................................... 3
Loading the Batteries............................................................. 4
Attaching the Wrist Strap.................................................... 5
Turning the Camera On and Off............................................ 6
Using the OK Button and 4-way Controller...................... 6
Adjusting the Display ...............................................................7
Setting the Date and Time.................................................... 8
Checking Camera Status........................................................ 9
Camera Screen Icons..............................................................10
Inserting an MMC/SD Card.................................................... 11
Choosing Internal Memory or SD/MMC Card................... 12
Important Battery Information...........................................14
2 Taking Pictures ................................................................. 17
Take a Picture ........................................................................... 17
Picture-Taking Modes.............................................................18
Liveview—Framing with the Camera Screen....................19
Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just Taken ...............20
Using the Digital Zoom........................................................... 21
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Using the Flash........................................................................ 22
Changing Picture-Taking Options.......................................24
Changing Optional Settings ................................................25
Putting Yourself in the Picture........................................... 27
Setting Exposure Compensation .......................................28
Setting Picture Quality.........................................................29
Taking a Burst Series of Pictures .....................................30
Setting Color Mode ................................................................. 31
Pre-tagging for Album Names ............................................32
Placing the Date on Pictures ..............................................33
Setting the Orientation Sensor.........................................34
3 Taking Videos ................................................................... 35
Taking a Video...........................................................................35
Quickview—Reviewing the Video Just Taken.................. 36
Using the Optical Zoom......................................................... 37
Changing Optional Video Settings..................................... 37
Pre-tagging for Album Names ............................................38
Putting Yourself in the Video ..............................................39
4 Reviewing Pictures and Videos .....................................41
Viewing Single Pictures and Videos .................................... 41
Viewing Multiple Pictures and Videos................................42
Playing a Video .........................................................................42
Deleting Pictures and Videos ..............................................43
Changing Optional Review Settings...................................44
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Magnifying Pictures............................................................... 44
Protecting Pictures and Videos From Deletion............. 45
Tagging Pictures/Videos for Albums.................................46
Running a Slide Show .............................................................47
Displaying Pictures/Videos on a Television .....................48
Copying Pictures and Videos...............................................49
Displaying Video Date............................................................50
Viewing Picture/Video Information.....................................50
5 Sharing Pictures and Videos ....................................... 51
When Can I Tag My Pictures and Videos?..........................51
Tagging Pictures for Printing.............................................. 52
Tagging Pictures and Videos for Emailing....................... 53
Tagging Pictures and Videos as Favorites ..................... 54
Need Help? ................................................................................ 54
6 Customizing Your Camera Settings ......................... 55
To Access Setup Mode/Menus .......................................... 55
Setup Menus............................................................................ 55
Changing the Default Print Quantity ...............................56
Turning Off Quickview.............................................................56
Turning On Liveview in Still Modes ......................................57
Changing Digital Zoom ..........................................................58
Setting Video Out...................................................................59
Selecting a Language............................................................59
Formatting Internal Memory or SD/MMC Card ............60
Viewing Camera Information................................................60
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7 Installing the Software .................................................. 61
Windows System Requirements..........................................61
Mac OS X System Requirements.......................................62
Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x System Requirements ..................62
Install the Software.............................................................. 63
8 Connecting Camera to Computer ..............................65
Transferring Pictures With the USB Cable .....................65
Printing Pictures From Your Computer .......................... 66
Printing From an Optional SD/MMC Card......................66
Print With or Without a Computer.................................... 66
9 Using the Camera Dock 6000 ................................... 67
Camera Dock 6000 Package Contents ..........................67
Installing the Custom Camera Insert.............................. 68
Connecting the Camera Dock 6000................................ 69
Installing the Rechargeable Battery.................................70
Docking the Camera .................................................................71
Charging the Battery ............................................................ 72
Transferring Pictures With the Dock ................................ 73
Reviewing Pictures and Videos............................................ 74
Camera Dock 6000 Specifications.................................. 74
Troubleshooting—Camera Dock 6000 ........................... 75
Earlier Cameras and Docks ................................................. 75
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10 Troubleshooting ..............................................................77
Camera Problems.....................................................................77
Camera/Computer Communications.................................. 81
SD/MMC Cards and Internal Memory ..............................82
Camera Screen Messages...................................................83
Camera Ready Light Status...............................................88
11 Getting Help ..................................................................... 91
Helpful Web Links ..................................................................... 91
Help in this Manual ................................................................. 91
Software Help........................................................................... 91
Telephone Customer Support ............................................. 92
12 Appendix ...........................................................................95
Camera Specifications..........................................................95
Original Factory Settings.....................................................97
Shutter Speeds ......................................................................98
Upgrading Your Software and Firmware .........................98
Tips, Safety, Maintenance...................................................98
Storage Capacities................................................................99
Locating Pictures and Videos on a Card....................... 100
Picture Naming Conventions...............................................101
Power-Saving Features.........................................................101
Optional AC Adapter............................................................102
FCC Compliance and Advisory........................................... 103
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1Getting Started
Install Software First
Install the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD before connecting
the camera (or camera dock) to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the
software to load incorrectly.
See the Start Here! guide or Installing the Software, page 61.
Need This User Guide in Larger Print?
1Go to www.kodak.com/go/cx6230support.
2Navigate to the Manuals section.
3Click View as PDF to open the User’s Guide.
4On a Windows OS-based computer or Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x:
!From the File menu, select Print.
!In the Print window, select Fit to Page.
On Mac OS X:
!From the File menu, select Page Setup.
!Change Scale to 200%.
5Print as usual.
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Chapter 1
What Can I Do With My Camera?
Capture Still Pictures —Use Auto mode to enjoy point-and-shoot
operation. Use Night, Landscape, and Close-up modes to expand your
capabilities.
Capture Videos —Capture videos as QuickTime movies.
Review —Display, protect, and delete pictures and videos; tag for albums.
Share —Share pictures (print, email, save as Favorites) and videos
(email, save as Favorites).
Set Up —Customize your camera functions.
What Can I Do With My Pictures and
Videos?
Install the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD, then:
Transfer—Transfer pictures and videos to your computer.
Share—Print pictures, order prints online, email pictures and videos.
Print—(see page 66) Print pictures directly to your home printer or Kodak
EasyShare printer dock 6000. Order prints online from Ofoto, Inc.
(www.ofoto.com), or purchase an optional Kodak secure digital (SD) or a
Kodak multimedia card (MMC) and:
!Automatically print to any printer with an SD/MMC slot
!Make prints at an SD/MMC-capable Kodak picture maker
www.kodak.com/go/picturemaker
!Take the card to your local photo retailer for professional printing
Organize—Use albums to organize and retrieve pictures on a computer.
Edit—Add special effects to your pictures, make a custom slide show, fix
red-eye, crop, rotate, and much more.
For details, click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software. Some Mac
operating systems may support limited Kodak EasyShare software features.
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Chapter 1
Package Contents
Not shown: User’s Guide, Quick Start Guide, Kodak EasyShare software CD.
(In some countries, the User’s Guide is provided on a CD. Contents may change
without notice.)
1 Camera 4 USB cable
2 Custom dock insert (for camera
dock 6000 or printer dock 6000)
5 Audio/video cable (for viewing
pictures and videos on television)
3 Kodak Max digital camera batteries
(2-AA, non-rechargeable)
6 Wrist strap
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Chapter 1
Loading the Batteries
Two AA digital camera batteries (non-rechargeable) are included with your
camera.
1Turn off the camera.
2On the bottom of the camera, slide the
battery door and lift to open.
3Insert the batteries, as shown.
4Close the battery door.
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION
For acceptable battery life and to make
sure your camera operates
dependably, do not use alkaline
batteries.
If you purchased an optional Kodak CRV3
lithium battery, insert it as shown.
If you purchased the Kodak EasyShare
camera dock 6000 or printer dock 6000,
see page 70 for details on installing the
included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH
rechargeable battery.
See page 14 for the other types of batteries
you can use in your camera.
AA
CRV3
(optional)
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Chapter 1
Attaching the Wrist Strap
1Thread the short loop of the wrist strap
through the wrist strap post.
2Thread the long loop through the short loop.
3Pull until secure.
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Chapter 1
Turning the Camera On and Off
1Rotate the Mode dial:
Counterclockwise for Still capture
modes
Clockwise for Video mode
The ready light blinks green while the
camera performs a self-check, then glows
green when the camera is ready to take
pictures (or videos, if the mode dial is set
to ).
In Still and Video modes, status icons
appear on the camera screen. See
Checking Camera Status, page 9.
2To turn off the camera, rotate the Mode dial
to the Off position.
The camera completes operations that are
in process.
Using the OK Button and 4-way Controller
Navigating—use and to
scroll through pictures and menus.
OK—use OK to make a selection.
light
Ready
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Chapter 1
Adjusting the Display
If you want to Then do this
Turn the camera screen on
(enter Liveview) or off.
Press the OK button.
Change the Liveview setting
so that it is on whenever the
camera is on.
See Turning On Liveview in Still Modes,
page 57.
Redisplay the status icons. Press .
Turn off the camera. Turn the Mode dial to Off.
The camera completes operations that
are in process.
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Chapter 1
Setting the Date and Time
Setting the Date & Time, First Time
The Date & Time have been reset message appears the first time you turn on
the camera or if the battery is removed for an extended time.
1SET DATE & TIME is highlighted. Press the
OK button.
The Date & Time screen appears. The date
format is YYYY/MM/DD. The time is
displayed in a 24-hour format.
Or, select CANCEL then press the OK button
to set the date and time at a later time.
2Press to adjust the date and time.
Press to advance to the next setting.
3When finished, press the OK button.
4Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
The setting remains until you change it.
NOTE: Depending on your computer operating system, Kodak EasyShare
software may allow your computer to automatically update the camera
clock when you connect the camera. See the Kodak EasyShare software
Help for details.
Setting the Date & Time, Anytime
1Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu ,
then press the OK button.
3Highlight the Date & Time icon, then press
the OK button.
4Go to Step 2 of Setting the Date & Time, First
Time.
OK
Menu
OK
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Chapter 1
Checking Camera Status
The icons that appear on the camera screen indicate the active camera and
picture settings. See page 10 for a list of the icons.
To check the current camera settings:
!Turn the Mode dial from the Off position.
If is displayed in the status area, press
the Flash/Status button to display additional
settings.
Press to redisplay the status information
at any time.
!Press the Flash/Status button.
The current camera status icons are
displayed in the bottom half of the
Flash/Status screen.
Status
area
Mode
icon
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Chapter 1
Camera Screen Icons
These icons appear on your camera screen when the settings are active.
*For all flash icons, see page 22.
Capture Modes
(also on Mode dial)
Camera/Picture Status
Share Icons Quality Icons Protect
Video
Auto
Night Self Timer Storage/Picture location
Landscape Burst
Close-up Flash* Battery power
Date stamp
Album
name
Pictures remaining
Album Digital zoom
Color mode Exposure
Compensation
Print
Email
Favorite Good
Best
Better
Best (3:2)
Internal memory
Memory Card
Low
Exhausted
ALBUM + 172
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Chapter 1
Inserting an MMC/SD Card
Your camera has 16 MB of internal memory. However, optional SD/MMC cards
provide removable, reusable storage for pictures and videos.
CAUTION:
The card should only be inserted as explained below. If
inserted incorrectly, the door won’t close, and forcing it
may damage the camera or card.
Do not insert or remove a card when the green ready light
is blinking; doing so may damage your pictures, card, or
camera.
To insert an SD/MMC card:
1Turn off the camera.
2Open the card door.
3Orient the card as shown.
4Push the card into the slot to seat the
connector.
5Close the door.
To remove the card, push it in, then release it. When the card is partially
ejected, pull it out.
See page 100 for storage capacities. Purchase SD/MMC cards at a dealer of
Kodak products. See www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
Notched
corner
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Chapter 1
Choosing Internal Memory or SD/MMC
Card
The camera offers two options for storing pictures and videos:
Internal Memory —Store pictures and videos in 16 MB internal
memory.
SD/MMC Card —Store pictures and videos on a card. The number of
pictures or length of videos depends on the size of the card.
See page 100 for storage capacities. Purchase SD/MMC cards at a dealer of
Kodak products. See www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
Managing Your Storage Location Setting
1Turn on the camera.
2Press the Menu button.
3Press to highlight the Image Storage icon , then press the OK
button.
4Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
Auto (default)—the camera uses the card
if one is in the camera. If not, the camera
uses internal memory.
Internal—the camera always uses internal
memory, even if a card is installed.
5Highlight Continue, then press the OK button.
The setting remains until you change it and applies to all camera
functions.
6Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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Chapter 1
Checking Your Storage Setting
In Still and Video modes, the storage location icon that appears in the status
area indicates the camera’s storage location. To check the location, either:
!Turn the Mode dial from the Off position, or
!In any capture mode, press .
—Memory Card
—Internal Memory
Checking a Picture or Video’s Location
In Review mode, the storage location icon indicates the location of the
picture or video.
Press the Review button.
—Picture or video is stored on a card
—Picture or video is stored in internal
memory
Storage location
Picture/video
location
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Chapter 1
Important Battery Information
Choose the replacement battery that fits your needs—and get the best
performance.
Kodak Battery Replacement Types/Battery Life
Your camera can use the following types of batteries. Actual battery life may
vary based on usage.
We do not recommend or support alkaline batteries. For acceptable
battery life, and to make sure your camera operates dependably, use the
replacement batteries listed above.
For information on batteries, visit
http://www.kodak.com/global/en/service/batteries/batteryUsage.jhtml
CRV3 lithium battery
AA (2) lithium batteries
Ni-MH rechargeable
AA (2) Ni-MH rechargeable
Kodak Max digital
battery pack* (per charge)
batteries (per charge)
camera batteries, AA (2)
* Included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000
and printer dock 6000
0500
Battery Life (Approx. Number of Pictures)
365 - 455
265 - 365
165 - 205
165 - 205
100 - 140
(included with camera)
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Chapter 1
Extending Battery Life
!Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power:
– Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen (see page 41)
– Using Liveview (see page 19)
– Using Quickview (see page 20 and page 36).
– Excessive use of the flash
!Purchase an optional Kodak 3-volt AC adapter to power your camera (see
page 102).
!Purchase an optional Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000 (see page 67).
The camera dock 6000 powers your camera, transfers pictures, and is also
a battery charger for its included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable
battery pack.
!Purchase an optional Kodak EasyShare printer dock 6000 (see page 66).
The printer dock 6000 powers your camera, makes 4 x 6 prints with or
without a computer, transfers pictures, and is also a battery charger for its
included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack.
!Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a
clean, dry cloth before loading batteries in the camera.
!Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41° F (5° C).
Carry spare batteries when using your camera in cold weather, and keep
them warm. Do not discard cold batteries that do not work; when they
return to room temperature, they may be usable.
Battery Safety and Handling
!Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a
battery may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak.
!For rechargeable battery disposal information, visit the Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation Web site at www.rbrc.com.
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2Taking Pictures
The camera is ready to take pictures when you turn it on—even if you are in
Review, Share, or Setup. (In Video mode, the camera captures video.) Before
you take a picture, make sure the storage location is set the way you want it
(see page 12).
Take a Picture
1Turn the Mode dial to the mode you want to
use. See page 18.
The camera screen displays the mode
name and description.
2Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject. (Press the OK button to
turn on Liveview. See page 19.)
IMPORTANT: Liveview significantly
reduces battery life.
3Press the Shutter button half-way to set the
exposure and focus.
4When the ready light glows green, continue
pressing the Shutter button completely
down to take the picture.
When the ready light blinks green, the
picture is being saved; you can still take
pictures. If the ready light is red, wait
until it turns green.
See Flash Settings in Each Mode, page 23
See Changing Picture-Taking Options,
page 24.
Mode dial
Ready
light
Shutter
button
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Chapter 2
Picture-Taking Modes
Use this mode For:
Auto General picture-taking. Automatically sets exposure,
focus, and flash.
Night Night scenes or low-light conditions. Place the camera
on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Due to slow
shutter speeds, advise people to stay still for a few
seconds after flash fires.
Landscape Distant subjects. Flash does not fire unless you set it
(see page 22).
Close-up Close subjects 4-24 in. (10-60 cm) from the lens in
Wide Angle; 8-24 in. (20-60 cm) in Telephoto. Use
available light instead of flash if possible. Use the
camera screen to frame the subject.
Video Capture video with sound. See page 35.
For the best possible pictures, choose
the mode that suits your conditions.
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Chapter 2
Liveview—Framing with the Camera
Screen
When you turn on Liveview, the camera screen displays a live image of what the
lens sees. Use the camera screen to frame your subject.
IMPORTANT: Liveview significantly reduces battery life.
1Turn the Mode dial to any Still capture
position.
2Press the OK button to turn on Liveview.
3Frame your subject in the camera screen.
4Press the Shutter button half-way to set the
exposure and focus.
5When the ready light glows green, continue
pressing the Shutter button completely
down to take the picture.
When the ready light blinks green, the
picture is being saved; you can still take
pictures. If the ready light is red, wait
until it turns green.
See Flash Settings in Each Mode, page 23
See Changing Picture-Taking Options,
page 24.
6To turn off Liveview, press the OK button.
NOTE: If Picture Quality is set to Best (3:2), the
Liveview image is displayed at a 3:2
aspect ratio, as shown, with a black bar
at the top of the screen.
To change the Liveview setting so that it is on whenever the camera is on, see
page 57.
OK
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Chapter 2
Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just
Taken
After you take a picture, the camera screen displays a Quickview of that picture
for approximately 5 seconds. While the picture is displayed, you can:
!Review it: If you take no action, the picture
is saved.
!Share it: Press the Share button to tag the
picture for print, email, or as a Favorite
(see page 51).
!Delete it: Press the Delete button while the
picture and are displayed. Follow the
prompts to delete the picture.
To save battery power, you can turn off the
Quickview feature (see page 57).
Delete
Share
OK
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Chapter 2
Using the Optical Zoom
Use Optical Zoom to get up to 3X closer to your subject. Optical zoom is
effective when the lens is no closer than 19.7 in. (50 cm) to the subject. When
you turn on the camera, the lens extends to the Wide Angle position.
1Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject.
2Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide
Angle (W) to zoom out.
The lens extends or retracts. The
viewfinder or camera screen displays the
zoomed image.
3Press the Shutter button half-way and hold to set the exposure and
focus, then press the rest of the way down to take the picture.
NOTE: The lens retracts when you turn off the camera.
Using the Digital Zoom
Use Digital Zoom to get an additional 3.3X magnification beyond Optical Zoom;
available settings are from 3X to 10X in 0.3 increments. You must turn on
Liveview to activate Digital Zoom.
IMPORTANT: You may notice a decrease in printed image quality
when using Digital Zoom.
1Press the OK button to turn on Liveview.
2Press the Telephoto (T) button to the Optical Zoom limit. Release the
button, then press it again.
The camera screen displays the zoomed image and the magnification
.
3Press the Shutter button half-way and hold to set the exposure and
focus, then press the rest of the way down to take the picture.
NOTE: You can change the way the digital zoom is turned on. See page 58.
Telephoto
Wide Angle
6.0X
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Chapter 2
Using the Flash
Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy
shadows. You can change the flash setting in any Still mode; the default flash
setting is restored when you exit the mode or turn off the camera.
Setting the Flash
Press the button repeatedly to scroll
through the flash options.
The active flash icon is displayed in the
camera screen status area (page 9).
Auto Flash—flash fires when
the lighting conditions require
it.
Off—flash never fires.
Fill—flash fires every time you
take a picture, regardless of the
lighting conditions.
Red-eye—flash fires once so
the subject’s eyes become
accustomed to the flash, then
fires again when the picture is
taken.
Flash Range
Wide Angle 1.6-12.8 ft (0.5-3.9 m)
Telephoto 1.6-7.5 ft (0.5-2.3 m)
Flash Flash/Status
button
setting
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Chapter 2
Flash Settings in Each Mode
For the best possible pictures, flash settings are pre-set for each capture mode.
* In these modes, when you change to Red-eye, it remains until you change it.
Icon Capture
Mode
Default
Flash
Setting
Available Flash
Settings
(press the Flash
button to change)
To Return to the
Default Flash
Setting:
Auto Auto* Auto, Flash Off,
Fill Flash, Red-eye
Exit the mode or turn
off the camera.
Night Auto*
Landscape Off
Close-up Off
Video Off None Flash cannot be
turned on.
Burst Off
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Chapter 2
Changing Picture-Taking Options
Use the Capture menus to change picture-taking options. If you are in Review,
Share, or Setup modes you must return to Capture mode before you can access
the Capture menus.
To Return to Capture from Another Mode
To return to Capture from:
!Any mode, press the Shutter button half-way.
!Review mode, press the Review button.
!Share mode, press the Share button.
!Setup mode (from Capture menu), press the Menu button.
!Setup mode (from Review menu), press the Menu button, then press the
Review button.
To Access the Capture Menu
In Capture mode, press the Menu button.
Capture Menus
Self Timer (page 27) Color Mode (page 31)
Image Storage (page 12) Set Album (Still) (page 32)
Exposure Compensation
(page 28)
Date Stamp (page 33)
Burst (page 30) Orientation Sensor (page 34)
Picture Quality (page 29) Setup Menu (page 55)
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Chapter 2
Changing Optional Settings
Press the Menu button to access optional picture-taking settings. All menu
options are not available in all modes.
Menu
button
Mode dial
Turn for picture
taking modes
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Chapter 2
Menu Options Available
Picture Taking Modes
Video Still:
- Auto
- Night
- Landscape
- Close-up
Self Timer (page 27)
Image Storage
(page 12)
Exposure Comp.
(page 28)
Burst (page 30)
Picture Quality
(page 29)
Color Mode
(page 31)
Set Album (page 32
and page 38)
Date Stamp (page 33)
Orientation Sensor
(page 34)
Setup Menu (page 55)
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Chapter 2
Putting Yourself in the Picture
The Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the
Shutter button and the time the picture is taken.
1In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Self Timer
icon , then press the OK button.
3Highlight On, then press the OK button.
4Press the Menu button to turn off the menu
screen.
The Self Timer icon appears in the
status area.
5Place the camera on a flat surface or use a
tripod.
6Compose the scene.
Press the Shutter button completely down,
then move so that you are in the scene.
The Self Timer light blinks slowly for 8
seconds (then quickly for 2 seconds)
before the picture is taken.
The Self Timer turns off after you take the
picture, change modes, or turn off the
camera.
Shutter
button Self Timer
light
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Chapter 2
Setting Exposure Compensation
Use Exposure Compensation to control how much light enters the camera. This
setting is useful for taking pictures in high-contrast scenes, or for retaking
pictures when you are not satisfied with the brightness.
Adjust the exposure by plus or minus 2 steps in 1/2-step increments.
1In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Exposure Compensation icon , then
press the OK button.
3Press to select the Exposure
Compensation setting.
!If pictures are too light, decrease the
value.
!If pictures are too dark, increase the
value.
4Press the OK button to accept the change.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
6Use the camera screen or viewfinder to
frame your subject. Press the Shutter button
to take the picture.
This setting remains until you change the
Mode dial or turn off the camera.
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Setting Picture Quality
Use the Quality setting to select a picture resolution.
1In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Picture
Quality icon , then press the OK button.
3Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
Best (2.0 MP)—for printing up
to 8 x 10 in.(20 x 25 cm); pictures are
highest resolution and largest file size.
appears in the status area.
Best (3:2) (1.8) MP)—for
printing up to 8 x 10 in. (20 x 25 cm); ideal
for printing to the Kodak EasyShare printer
dock 6000 and other printing solutions (see
page 66); optimal setting for 4 x 6 in. (10 x
15 cm) prints.
appears in the status area.
Better (1.0 MP)—for printing up
to 5 x 7 in. (12.7 x 17.8 cm); pictures are
medium resolution with smaller file size.
appears in the status area.
Good (0.5 MP)—for emailing,
Internet, or screen display; pictures are
lowest resolution and smallest file size.
appears in the status area.
4Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
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Taking a Burst Series of Pictures
Burst lets you to take up to 3 pictures in quick succession (approximately 3
frames per second). Burst is ideal for capturing sporting events or objects in
motion. Self Timer is disabled when you use Burst.
Turn On Burst
1In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Burst icon , then press the OK button.
3Highlight ON, then press the OK button.
4Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change the
Mode dial or turn off the camera.
Take the Pictures
1Press the Shutter button half-way and hold to set the auto-focus and
exposure for all the pictures in the sequence.
2Press the Shutter button the rest of the way down and hold it to take
the pictures.
The camera takes up to 3 pictures in quick succession. It stops taking
pictures when the Shutter button is released, when 3 pictures are
taken, or when there is no more storage space.
Exposure, focus, and orientation are set for the first picture and
applied to all 3 pictures.
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Setting Color Mode
Use Color Mode to control color tones and moods.
1In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Color Mode icon , then press the OK
button.
3Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
Color (default)—for color pictures.
Black & White—for black and white
pictures.
Sepia—for pictures with a
reddish-brown, antique look.
4Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change the
Mode dial or turn off the camera.
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Pre-tagging for Album Names
Use the Set Album (Still) feature to pre-select album names before you take
pictures. Then, all the pictures you take are tagged with those album names.
First—On Your Computer
Use Kodak EasyShare software, V 3.0 or higher, to create album names on your
computer, then copy up to 32 album names to the camera’s internal memory.
See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
Second—On Your Camera
1In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Set Album
(Still) icon , then press the OK button.
3Highlight an album name, then press the OK
button. Repeat to add pictures to more than
one album.
Selected albums are noted with a check
mark.
4To remove a selection, highlight an album
name, then press the OK button. To remove
all album selections, select Clear All.
5Highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
Your selections are saved. If you turn on
Liveview, your album selection is
displayed on the screen. A plus (+) after
the album name means more than one
album is selected.
6Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
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Third—Transfer to Your Computer
When you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare
software opens and categorizes your pictures in the appropriate album folder.
See the Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
Placing the Date on Pictures
Use the Date Stamp setting to imprint the date on your pictures.
1Make sure the camera clock is set to the correct date (page 8).
2In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
3Press to highlight the Date Stamp icon , then press the OK
button.
4Highlight an option, then press the OK
button.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
The current date is printed in the bottom
right corner of new pictures. This setting
remains until you change it.
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Setting the Orientation Sensor
If you rotate the camera to take a picture (for example, a portrait shot), the
Orientation Sensor reorients the picture so that it is displayed correct side up.
The Orientation Sensor is turned on as the default. You can turn it off so that
pictures are not rotated.
NOTE: When your subject is above or below you (such as pictures of an object
in the sky, on the ground, or when pointing down at small objects on a
table), turn off the Orientation Sensor so that pictures are not
rotated unnecessarily.
1In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Orientation Sensor icon , then press the
OK button.
3Highlight On or Off, then press the OK
button.
4Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
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3Taking Videos
Use Video mode to take videos and to customize video-taking settings.
Before you take a video, make sure your picture storage location is set the way
you want it (see page 12).
NOTE: Flash is not available in Video mode. Change Optical Zoom before (but
not during) video recording. Sound is captured by the microphone, but
is played back only when the video is transferred to a computer or when
the camera is connected to a television (see page 48).
Taking a Video
1Turn the Mode dial to Video .
A live image, camera status, and the
recording time available appear on the
camera screen. (The maximum recording
time is 30 seconds).
2Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject.
3To begin recording, press the Shutter button
completely down and release within 2
seconds.
The Ready light blinks green, REC appears
on the camera screen, and the Self
Timer/Video light stays on.
4To stop recording, press the Shutter button again.
Recording stops if storage is full. See page 99 for storage capacities.
NOTE: If you prefer, press the Shutter button and hold it for more than 2
seconds to begin recording. To stop recording, release the Shutter
button.
Self Timer/
Video light
Ready
light
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Quickview—Reviewing the Video Just
Taken
After you take a video, the camera processes it, then displays the first frame of
the video for approximately 5 seconds. While the frame is displayed, you can:
!Play it: Press the OK button. Press the OK
button again to pause the video.
!Share it: Press the Share button to tag the
video for email or as a Favorite (see
page 51).
!Delete it: Press the Delete button while the
video and are displayed.
You can turn off the Quickview feature (see page 56). When Quickview is
turned off, the video is not displayed on the camera screen after you take it.
OK
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Using the Optical Zoom
Use Optical Zoom to get up to 3X closer to your subject. When you turn on the
camera, the lens is set to the Wide Angle position.
NOTE: You can change Optical Zoom before (but not during) video recording.
1Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject.
2Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide
Angle (W) to zoom out.
The lens extends or retracts. The
viewfinder or camera screen displays the
zoomed image.
3Press the Shutter button to take the video.
Changing Optional Video Settings
In Video mode, press the Menu button to access optional video-taking settings.
Telephoto
Wide Angle
Self Timer (page 27)
Image Storage (page 12)
Set Album (Video) (page 38)
Setup Menu (page 55)
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Pre-tagging for Album Names
Use the Set Album (Video) feature to pre-select album names before you take
videos. Then, all the videos you take are tagged with those album names.
First—On Your Computer
Use Kodak EasyShare software, V 3.0 or higher, to create album names on your
computer, then copy up to 32 album names to the camera’s internal memory.
See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
Second—On Your Camera
1In Video mode , press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Set Album (Video) icon , then press the
OK button.
3Highlight an album name, then press the OK
button. Repeat to add videos to more than
one album.
The album name appears with the
picture. A plus (+) after the album name
means more than one album is selected.
4To remove a selection, highlight an album
name and press the OK button. To remove
all album selections, select Clear All.
5Highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
Your selections are saved.
6Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
Third—Transfer to Your Computer
When you transfer the tagged videos to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare
software opens and categorizes your videos in the appropriate album folder.
See the Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
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Putting Yourself in the Video
The Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the
Shutter button and the time video recording begins.
1In Video mode , press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight the Self Timer
icon , then press the OK button.
3Highlight On, then press the OK button.
4Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
Maximum—records until you stop
recording or until storage is full. (The
maximum recording time is 30 seconds.)
Seconds—records for the specified time
or until storage is full.
The Self Timer icon appears in the
status area.
NOTE: If the current storage location does not
have adequate space, some video length
options are not displayed. (See page 99
for storage capacities.)
5Place the camera on a flat surface or use a
tripod.
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6Compose the scene.
Press the Shutter button completely down,
then move so that you are in the scene.
The Self Timer/Video light blinks slowly
for 8 seconds (then quickly for 2 seconds)
before the video begins recording. The
light stays on while recording.
The Self Timer turns off after you record
the video, change modes, or turn off the
camera.
Self Timer/
Video light
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4Reviewing Pictures and
Videos
Press the Review button to view and work with your pictures and videos. To
save battery power, place your camera in the optional Kodak EasyShare camera
dock 6000 or Kodak EasyShare printer dock 6000 to review pictures and
videos (see page 67).
Remember, press the Shutter button to take a picture anytime—even
in Review.
Viewing Single Pictures and Videos
1Press the Review button.
The camera screen displays the last
picture or video taken.
The icons displayed with each picture
indicate the applied features. See
Checking Camera Status, page 9.
2Press to scroll backward or forward
through pictures and videos. For fast
scrolling, press and hold .
Press the OK button to magnify a picture
(see page 44).
3Press the Review button to exit Review.
Review
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NOTE: If Picture Quality is set to Best (3:2), the
image is displayed at a 3:2 aspect ratio,
as shown, with a black bar at the top of
the screen.
Viewing Multiple Pictures and Videos
1Press the Review button.
2Press .
NOTE: You can also press the Menu button,
highlight , then press the OK button.
Thumbnails of nine pictures and videos
are displayed at once.
3Press to display the previous or next row of thumbnails.
4Press to scroll through the thumbnails one at a time.
The selected picture is highlighted in yellow.
5Press the OK button to display a single view of the selected picture.
Playing a Video
1Press the Review button.
2Press to locate a video (or highlight
one in multiple view).
3To play or pause a video, press the OK
button.
4To rewind a video, press during playback.
5To replay the video, press the OK button.
6To go to the previous or next picture or video, press .
Review
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Deleting Pictures and Videos
1Press the Review button.
2Press to locate a picture or video (or highlight one in multiple
view), then press the Delete button.
3Press to highlight an option, then
press the OK button:
PICTURE or VIDEO—deletes the
displayed picture or video.
EXIT—exits the Delete screen.
ALL—deletes all pictures and videos from
your current storage location.
4To delete other pictures and videos, press .
5To exit delete, highlight EXIT then press the OK button; or just press the
Delete button again.
NOTE: You cannot delete protected pictures and videos in this manner. Remove
protection before deleting (page 45).
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Changing Optional Review Settings
In Review mode, press the Menu button to access optional review settings.
Magnifying Pictures
1Press the Review button, then locate a picture.
2To magnify at 2X, press the OK button. To
magnify at 4X, press the OK button again.
NOTE: You can also press the Menu button,
highlight , then press the OK button.
The picture is magnified. The
magnification value is displayed.
3Press to see different parts of the picture.
4Press the OK button again to redisplay the picture at the 1X (original) size.
5Press to locate a different picture, or press the Review button to exit
Review mode.
Magnify (pictures)(page 44) Slide Show (page 47)
Play (videos) (page 42)Copy (page 49)
Share (page 51) Video Date Display
(page 50)
Image Storage (page 12) Multi-up (page 42)
Protect (page 45) Picture/Video
Information (page 50)
Album (page 46)Setup Menu (page 55)
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Protecting Pictures and Videos From
Deletion
1Press the Review button, then locate the picture or video to protect.
2Press the Menu button.
3Press to highlight Protect , then
press the OK button.
The picture or video is protected and
cannot be deleted. The Protect icon
appears with the protected picture or
video.
4To remove protection, press the OK button
again.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
CAUTION:
Formatting internal memory or SD/MMC card deletes all
(including protected) pictures, videos, email addresses,
and album names.
Protect icon
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Tagging Pictures/Videos for Albums
Use the Album feature in Review mode to tag the pictures and videos in your
camera with album names.
First—On Your Computer
Use Kodak EasyShare software, V 3.0 or higher, to create album names on your
computer, then copy up to 32 album names to the camera’s internal memory.
See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
Second—On Your Camera
1Press the Review button.
2Press to locate a picture, then press
the Menu button.
3Press to highlight Album , then
press the OK button.
4Highlight an album folder, then press the OK
button.
The album name appears with the picture. A plus (+) after the album
name means the picture was added to more than one album.
To add other pictures to the same album, press to scroll through the
pictures. When the picture you want is displayed, press the OK button.
To add the pictures to more than one album, repeat step 4 for each album.
5To remove a selection, highlight an album name and press the OK button.
To remove all album selections, select Clear All.
6Highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
Your selections are saved.
7Press the Menu button to return to Review mode.
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Third—Transfer to Your Computer
When you transfer the tagged pictures and videos to your computer, the Kodak
EasyShare software opens and categorizes your pictures and videos in the
appropriate album folder. See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
Running a Slide Show
Use the Slide Show to display your pictures and videos on the camera screen.
To run a slide show on a television or on any external device, see page 48.
Starting the Slide Show
1Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Slide Show , then press the OK button.
3Highlight Begin Show, then press the OK
button.
Each picture and video is displayed once,
in the order in which you took them. Then
the camera returns to the Menu screen.
4To cancel the Slide Show, press the OK
button.
Changing the Slide Show Display Interval
The default interval setting displays each picture for 5 seconds. You can
increase the display interval to up to 60 seconds.
1On the Slide Show menu, press to
highlight Interval, then press the OK button.
2Select a display interval. To scroll through
the seconds quickly, press and hold .
3Press the OK button.
The interval setting remains until you
change it.
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Running a Continuous Slide Show Loop
When you turn on Loop, the slide show is continuously repeated.
1On the Slide Show menu, press to
highlight Loop, then press the OK button.
2Highlight On, then press the OK button.
When you start a slide show, it repeats
until you cancel it by pressing the OK
button or until battery power is
exhausted. The Loop setting remains until
you change it.
Displaying Pictures/Videos on a Television
You can display pictures and videos on a television, computer monitor, or any
device equipped with a video input. (Image quality on a television screen may
not be as good as on a computer monitor or when printed.)
NOTE: Make sure the Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL) is correct (page 59).
1Connect the audio/video cable (included)
from the camera video-out port to the
television video-in port (yellow) and
audio-in port (white). (Refer to your
television user’s guide for details.)
The camera screen turns off; the
television screen acts as the camera
display.
2Review pictures and videos on the television
screen.
NOTE: The slide show stops if you connect or disconnect the cable while the
slide show is running.
Audio/vide
o
cable
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Copying Pictures and Videos
You can copy pictures and videos from a card to internal memory or from
internal memory to a card.
Before you copy, make sure that:
!A card is inserted in the camera.
!The camera’s picture storage location is set to the location from which you
are copying. See Choosing Internal Memory or SD/MMC Card, page 12.
Copy pictures or videos:
1Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Copy , then press the OK button.
3Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
PICTURE or VIDEO—copies the current
picture or video.
EXIT—returns to the Review menu.
ALL—copies all pictures and videos from
your selected storage location to the other
location.
A progress bar monitors the copy process
until complete. (For information on
picture numbering, see page 101.)
NOTE:
!Pictures and videos are copied, not moved. To remove pictures and videos
from the original location after they are copied, delete them (see page 43).
!Tags that you applied for print, email, and Favorites are not copied.
Protection settings are not copied. To apply protection to a picture or
video, see page 45.
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Displaying Video Date
To display the capture date and time (only during video playback on the
camera):
1Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Video Date Display , then press the OK button.
3Highlight an option, then press the OK
button.
4Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
The capture date and time appear during
video playback on the camera. This
setting remains until you change it.
Viewing Picture/Video Information
1Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Picture or Video
Info , then press the OK button.
Information about the picture or video is
displayed.
3To view information on the next or previous
picture or video, press . Press the
Menu button to exit the menu.
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5Sharing Pictures and Videos
The Share button lets you “tag” your pictures and videos. When they are
transferred to your computer, you can share:
When Can I Tag My Pictures and Videos?
Press the Share button to tag pictures and videos:
!Any time (the last picture taken and the Share menu are displayed).
!Just after you take them, during Quickview (see page 20 and page 36).
!After pressing the Review button (see page 41).
NOTE: Tags remain until removed. If a tagged picture or video is copied, the tag
is not copied.
Tagged Pictures Tagged Videos
!By print
!By email
!As Favorites, for easy organization on
your computer
!By email
!As Favorites
Print (page 52)
Email (page 53)
Favorite (page 54)
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Tagging Pictures for Printing
1Press the Share button. Press to
locate a picture.
2Press to highlight Print , then
press the OK button.*
3Press to select the number of copies
(0-99). Zero removes the tag for that
picture.
The Print icon appears in the status
area. The default quantity is one. (To
change the default, see page 56.)
To apply a print quantity to other pictures,
press to scroll through the pictures.
For each picture, keep the print quantity as
is, or press to change it. Repeat
until the desired print quantity is applied to
the pictures.
4Press the OK button, then press the Share button to exit the menu.
* To tag all pictures in the storage location, highlight Print All , press the
OK button, then select the number of copies as described above. Print All is not
available in Quickview.
To remove the print tagging for all pictures in the storage location, highlight
Cancel Prts , then press the OK button. You cannot cancel prints in
Quickview.
Printing Tagged Pictures
When you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare
software print screen opens. For details, click the Help button in the Kodak
EasyShare software.
For more information on printing from your computer or card, see page 66.
Share
,
OK,
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Tagging Pictures and Videos for Emailing
First—On Your Computer
Use Kodak EasyShare software to create an email address book on your
computer. Then, copy up to 32 email addresses to the camera’s internal
memory.
Second—Tag On Your Camera
1Press the Share button. Press to
locate a picture.
2Press to highlight Email , then
press the OK button.
3Highlight an email address, then press the
OK button.
To tag other pictures with the same address, press to scroll through the
pictures. When the picture you want is displayed, press the OK button.
To send the pictures to more than one address, repeat step 3 for each address.
Selected addresses are checked.
4To remove a selection, highlight a checked address, then press the OK
button. To remove all email selections, highlight Clear All.
5Highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
6Your selections are saved. The email icon appears in the status area.
7Press the Share button to exit the menu.
Third—Transfer and Email
When you transfer the tagged pictures and videos to your computer, the Kodak
EasyShare software email screen opens and lets you send the pictures and
videos to the addresses you specified. For details, click the Help button in the
Kodak EasyShare software.
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Tagging Pictures and Videos as Favorites
1Press the Share button. Press to
locate a picture.
2Press to highlight Favorite , then
press the OK button.
The Favorite icon appears in the
status area.
3To remove the tag, press the OK button
again.
4Press the Share button to exit the menu.
Using Favorites On Your Computer
When you transfer Favorite pictures and videos to your computer, you can use
Kodak EasyShare software to retrieve, organize, and label them by subject,
date, event, or any category you choose. For details, click the Help button in
the Kodak EasyShare software.
Need Help?
Click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software for details on creating
address books, and printing, emailing, and organizing tagged pictures on your
computer.
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6Customizing Your Camera
Settings
Use Setup to customize camera settings according to your preferences.
To Access Setup Mode/Menus
1In any mode (including Review), press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
Setup Menus
Return to previous menu Video Out (page 59)
Default Print Quantity
(page 56)
Language (page 59)
Quickview (page 56)Format (page 60)
Liveview (page 57) About (page 60)
Date & Time Set (page 8)
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Changing the Default Print Quantity
The Default Print Quantity setting determines the value that is displayed on the
Share Print screen (page 51). The default value is 1.
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight the Default Print Quantity icon
, then press the OK button.
4Press to select the new default
quantity, then press the OK button.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
Turning Off Quickview
After you take a picture or video, Quickview displays it on the camera screen
for approximately 5 seconds (see page 20 and page 36). To save battery
power, turn off Quickview.
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight the Quickview icon , then press the OK button.
4Highlight Off, then press the OK button.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
The picture is not displayed on the
camera screen after you take it. To see the
picture or video, press the Review button.
This setting remains until you change it.
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Turning On Liveview in Still Modes
The Liveview feature lets you use the camera screen as a viewfinder (see
page 19). The default setting is Liveview Off. Press the OK button to turn it on.
IMPORTANT: Liveview significantly reduces battery life.
To change the Liveview default to On:
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight the Liveview icon , then press the OK button.
4Highlight On, then press the OK button.
Liveview is now On by default. The
camera screen is on whenever the camera
is on (in Still or Video mode). You can
still press the OK button to turn Liveview
off and on.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
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Changing Digital Zoom
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight the Digital Zoom icon , then
press the OK button.
4Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
Continuous—digital zoom automatically
turns on after the Telephoto button is
pressed to the optical zoom limit and held.
Pause (default)—digital zoom turns on
after the Telephoto button is pressed to the
optical zoom limit, released, then is pressed
again.
None—disables digital zoom.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
NOTE: Digital Zoom cannot be activated unless Liveview is on.
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Setting Video Out
Video Out is a regional setting that lets you connect your camera to a television
or other external device (see page 48).
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight the Video Out icon , then press the OK button.
4Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
NTSC (default)—used in most countries
except those in Europe and China. North
America and Japan use NTSC.
PAL—used in Europe and China.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
Selecting a Language
You can display menus and screen messages in different languages.
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight the Language icon , then press the OK button.
4Highlight an option, then press the OK
button.
5Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Text is displayed in the selected language.
This setting remains until you change it.
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Formatting Internal Memory or SD/MMC
Card
CAUTION:
Formatting erases all pictures and videos, including those
that are protected. Removing a card during formatting may
damage the card.
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight Format , then press the OK button.
4Highlight an option, then press the OK
button:
MEMORY CARD—deletes everything on
the card; formats the card.
CANCEL—exits without making a change.
INTERNAL MEMORY—deletes everything
in internal memory including email
addresses and album names; formats the
internal memory.
5Highlight Continue Format, then press the OK button.
When the formatting is complete, the Setup menu appears.
Viewing Camera Information
1Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3Highlight About , then press the OK button.
The camera model and the current firmware version appear.
4Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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7Installing the Software
NOTE: To install software on computers running Windows 2000, Windows XP
Pro operating systems, or Mac OS X, you need administrator privileges.
See your computer user’s guide.
Windows System Requirements
!Personal computer running Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP
operating systems
!233 MHz processor or greater (300 MHz recommended for Windows
2000 and XP operating systems)
!64 MB of available RAM (128 MB recommended)
!100 MB of available hard disk space
!CD-ROM drive
!Built-in USB port
!Color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels; High Color
(16-bit) or True Color (24-bit) recommended
!Internet access for online printing and emailing
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Mac OS X System Requirements
!Macintosh computer with a G3 or G4 processor
!Mac OS 10.1.2, minimum
!128 MB of available RAM
!200 MB of available hard disk space
!CD-ROM drive
!Built-in USB port
!Color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels; thousands
or millions of colors recommended
!Internet access for online printing and emailing
Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x System
Requirements
!PowerPC-based Macintosh computer
!Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x
!64 MB of available RAM
!200 MB of available hard disk space
!CD-ROM drive
!Built-in USB port
!Color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels; thousands
or millions of colors recommended
!Internet access for online printing and emailing
NOTE: Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x do not support the Share button functions.
Mac OS X is recommended for full functionality.
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Install the Software
For information on the software applications included on the Kodak EasyShare
software CD, click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software.
CAUTION:
Install Kodak EasyShare
software before connecting the
camera or optional camera
dock to the computer. Failure
to do so may cause the software
to load incorrectly.
1Before you begin, close all software
applications that are open on your
computer (including anti-virus software).
2Place the Kodak EasyShare software CD into
the CD-ROM drive.
3Load the software:
Windows OS-based computer—if the
install window does not appear, choose Run
from the Start menu and type d:\setup.exe
where d is the drive letter that contains the
CD.
Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x—on the install
window, click Continue.
Mac OS X—double-click the CD icon on
the desktop, then click the Install icon.
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4Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
!Windows OS-based computers—select Complete to automatically
install the most commonly used applications. Select Custom to choose
the applications you wish to install.
!Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x—select Easy to automatically install the most
commonly used applications.
!Mac OS X—follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: When prompted, take a few minutes to electronically register your
camera and software. This lets you receive information regarding
software updates and registers some of the products included with the
camera. You must be connected to your Internet service provider to
register electronically.
To register later, see www.kodak.com/go/register.
5If prompted, restart the computer. If you turned off anti-virus software,
turn it back on. See the anti-virus software manual for details.
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Computer
CAUTION:
Install Kodak EasyShare software before connecting the
camera or optional camera dock to the computer. Failure
to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly.
You can transfer pictures and videos from the camera to the computer using:
!The (included) USB cable.
!The (optional) Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000. See page 67 for
connecting with the camera dock.
!The (optional) Kodak EasyShare printer dock 6000. Purchase these and
other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products. See
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
Transferring Pictures With the USB Cable
1Turn off the camera.
2Plug the labeled end of the USB cable
into the labeled USB port on your computer.
See your computer user’s guide for details.
3Plug the other end of the USB cable into the
labeled USB port on the camera.
4Turn on the camera.
Kodak EasyShare software opens on your
computer. The software prompts you
through the transfer process.
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NOTE: Go to www.kodak.com/go/howto for an online tutorial on connecting.
You can also use a Kodak multi-card reader or Kodak SD multimedia
card reader-writer to transfer your pictures.
Printing Pictures From Your Computer
For details on printing pictures from your computer, click the Help button in
the Kodak EasyShare software.
Ordering Prints Online
Kodak EasyShare print service (provided by Ofoto www.ofoto.com) is one of
the many online print services offered in the Kodak EasyShare software. You
can easily:
!Upload your pictures.
!Edit, enhance, and add borders to your pictures.
!Store pictures, and share them with family and friends.
!Order high-quality prints, photo greeting cards, frames, and albums—and
have them delivered to your door.
Printing From an Optional SD/MMC Card
!Automatically print tagged pictures when you insert your card into a printer
with an SD/MMC slot. See your printer user’s guide for details.
!Make prints at an SD/MMC-capable Kodak picture maker. (Contact a
location prior to visiting. See www.kodak.com/go/picturemaker.)
!Take the card to your local photo retailer for professional printing.
Print With or Without a Computer
Dock your camera to the Kodak EasyShare printer dock 6000 and print
directly—without using a computer. Purchase this and other accessories at a
dealer of Kodak products. See www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
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9Using the Camera Dock
6000
The Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000:
!Makes it easy to transfer pictures and videos to the computer.
!Charges the included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack.
(Install the battery pack in the camera for charging.)
!Supplies power to the camera.
You can purchase a camera dock at a dealer of Kodak products. See
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
Camera Dock 6000 Package Contents
1Camera dock 6000 (with universal insert
installed)
2AC power adapter, 5-volt
Your AC adapter may differ from the one
pictured.
3Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable
battery pack
4Quick Start Guide (not shown)
CAUTION:
Do not use the AC power adapter, 5-volt to power your
camera without the dock. It is not compatible with your
camera alone.
2
1
3
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Installing the Custom Camera Insert
A universal insert is pre-installed in the camera dock. It allows all Kodak
EasyShare CX/DX6000 series and LS600 series cameras to use the camera
dock.
A custom insert is included with your camera. It provides a perfect fit for
your Kodak EasyShare CX6230 zoom digital camera.
Remove the Universal Insert
1Place your thumbs in the indents in the
front of the universal insert; press in and
lift.
2Lift the insert at the side edge and remove
the insert from the dock.
3Save the universal insert as a spare.
Install the Custom Insert
1Position the custom insert so the cutout
lines up with the connector on the camera
dock.
2Fit the insert into the groove in the dock and
snap it into place.
You can purchase a custom insert for your
camera at a dealer of Kodak products. See
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
Cutout
Connector
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Connecting the Camera Dock 6000
After the Kodak EasyShare software is loaded (see page 61), connect the
camera dock to your computer and to a power outlet. You need:
!The USB cable included with your camera
!The AC adapter, 5-volt included with the camera dock
IMPORTANT: Make sure your camera is NOT in the camera dock
when you are connecting to power and the computer.
1Plug the labeled end of the USB cable
into the labeled USB port on your computer.
See your computer user’s guide for details.
2Plug the other end of the USB cable into the
square USB connector on the back of the
camera dock.
3Plug the AC adapter into the round power
connector on the back of the camera dock
and into a power outlet.
Your AC adapter may differ from the one
pictured or may have additional plugs.
Use the plug that accommodates your
type of power outlet.
IMPORTANT: Use only the AC adapter, 5-volt included with the
camera dock 6000. Other adapters may cause damage
to your camera, camera dock, or AC adapter.
Leave the camera dock connected so it’s always ready to transfer pictures and
videos.
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Installing the Rechargeable Battery
You received non-rechargeable batteries with your camera. To take full
advantage of your camera dock 6000, replace the batteries with the Kodak
EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack that is packaged with the camera
dock.
1Open the battery door on the bottom of the
camera.
2Install the Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack
as illustrated.
CAUTION:
The battery pack can only be
inserted into the camera in the
orientation shown. If the
battery pack does not easily
install, reposition it and try
again. DO NOT FORCE IT. Doing
so can damage your camera.
3Close the battery door.
IMPORTANT: The battery pack is not charged when you receive it. See
page 72 for charging instructions.
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Docking the Camera
To charge the battery or to transfer pictures and videos from the camera to the
computer:
1Flip down the camera dock foot.
The camera dock now sits at the proper
angle for viewing the camera screen.
2Turn off the camera.
3Match the connector and alignment pins on
the camera dock to the camera. Push down
until the camera is securely seated.
The Transfer light glows green when
the camera is seated.
If a rechargeable battery is in the camera,
the first battery charging light glows
green.
The camera is now powered by the
camera dock instead of the camera
batteries.
NOTE: If the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack requires
charging, charging begins (see page 72).
Connector
Alignment
pins
Foot
light
Transfer
Charging
lights
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Charging the Battery
1Make sure the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH
rechargeable battery pack is installed in the
camera (see page 70).
2Turn off the camera and place it in the
camera dock (see page 71).
If the battery requires charging, charging begins after a brief battery check.
!Full charging takes about 2.5 hours.
!Charging stops if you turn on the camera. If the camera is left in the camera
dock with the power on, charging resumes when the camera enters auto
power-off (see page 101).
!Charging is suspended during picture transfer.
Charging Lights Status
Charging
lights
Charging Lights Cause
Green lights
Camera is properly docked. Battery is either being
checked or is less than half charged.
Battery is more than half charged.
Battery is fully charged.
Red light
(blinking)
Battery is not properly installed (see page 70).
Battery or connector pin is damaged.
Camera and battery have been exposed to extreme
temperatures. Slowly return to room temperature.
No lights Camera is not properly seated in the camera dock.
AC adapter is not connected.
Rechargeable battery is not installed (see page 70).
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Transferring Pictures With the Dock
After the Kodak EasyShare software is loaded on your computer (see page 61),
you can transfer pictures and videos from your camera to your computer.
1Turn off the camera and place it in the
camera dock.
2Push the Transfer button.
The Transfer light blinks green while the
pictures and videos are transferring.
Messages about the transfer status appear
on the camera screen. Kodak EasyShare
software automatically opens on your
computer.
NOTE: After transferring, the camera dock resumes charging as necessary.
Transfer Light Status
Need Help Using the Software?
For details on transferring, organizing, printing, emailing, and editing your
pictures, click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software screens.
Transfer
button
Transfer
light
Light Cause
Steady The camera is properly seated in the camera dock. The camera
dock is connected to AC power and to a computer via the USB
cable.
Blinking Pictures are being transferred to the computer.
Off The camera is not seated in the camera dock (page 71).
The camera dock is not plugged into AC power (page 69).
The USB cable is not connected (page 69).
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Reviewing Pictures and Videos
When the camera is in the dock, the camera is powered by the dock, not the
camera batteries. Save battery power by using the dock to review pictures and
videos on the camera screen.
1Turn on the camera and place it in the
camera dock.
2Press the Review button to display the last
picture or video taken. See Chapter 4,
Reviewing Pictures and Videos, for details.
You can perform any camera function with
the camera in the dock (ex., run a slide
show, check or change settings).
Camera Dock 6000 Specifications
Review
button
Specifications—Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000
Communication
with computer
USB Cable (included with Kodak EasyShare
cameras)
Dimensions
(without insert)
Width
Depth
Height
Weight
6.1 in. (155 mm)
3.7 in. (94.5 mm)
1.2 in.(31 mm)
6.0 oz (170 g)
Transfer light (page 73) Indicates connection/transfer
Charging lights (page 72) Indicate charging status and error
conditions
Input voltage 5 ±0.25 V DC
Power DC input AC adapter (included with camera
dock)
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Troubleshooting—Camera Dock 6000
Earlier Cameras and Docks
Your Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000 requires a Kodak EasyShare
CX/DX6000 or LS600 series digital camera.
Earlier camera models (Kodak EasyShare 4000 series and previous) require
the original Kodak EasyShare camera dock or camera dock II.
Problem Cause Solution
Pictures are not
transferred to
the computer
AC adapter or USB
cable is not securely
connected.
Check the connections (page 69).
Software is not
installed.
Install the software (page 61).
Too many applications
running on computer.
Close all software applications
and try again.
Camera was removed
from the camera dock
during picture transfer.
Replace the camera on the
camera dock and press the
Transfer button.
Transfer button was not
pressed.
Press the Transfer button.
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When you have questions about your camera or camera dock 6000, start here.
Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the
Kodak EasyShare software CD. For updates to Troubleshooting information, see
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230support.
Camera Problems
Problem Cause Solution
Camera does not
turn on.
Battery is not properly
installed.
Reinstall the battery (page 4).
Battery is not charged. Recharge the battery (page 72).
Camera does not
turn off.
A non-approved battery
may be in the camera.
Use the battery that came with
your camera, or an approved
replacement battery (page 14).
Pictures
remaining
number does not
decrease after
taking a picture.
The picture does not
take up enough space
to decrease the
number.
The camera is operating normally.
Continue taking pictures.
You did not take a
picture.
Use Review (page 41) or
Quickview (page 20) to make
sure a picture was taken.
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Shutter button
does not work.
Camera is not turned
on.
Turn on the camera
(page 6).
The camera is
processing a picture;
the ready light (near
the viewfinder) is
blinking red.
Wait until the ready light stops
blinking red before attempting to
take another picture.
The card or internal
memory is full.
Transfer pictures to the computer
(page 65), delete pictures from
the camera (page 43), switch
storage locations (page 12), or
insert a card with available
memory (page 11).
The Shutter button was
not pressed.
For best pictures, see page 17.
Part of the picture
is missing.
(Also see Stored
pictures are
corrupted.)
Something was
blocking the lens when
the picture was taken.
Keep hands, fingers, or other
objects away from the lens when
taking pictures.
Your eye or the picture
was not centered
correctly in the
viewfinder or camera
screen.
Leave space around subject when
centering picture in viewfinder or
camera screen.
Stored pictures
are corrupted.
The card was removed
or the battery expired
while the ready light
was blinking.
Retake picture. Do not remove
card while the ready light is
blinking. Keep battery charged.
Problem Cause Solution
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In Review mode,
you do not see a
picture (or the
expected picture)
on the camera
screen.
The camera may not be
accessing the correct
storage location.
Check the picture storage location
setting (page 12).
Picture is too
dark.
Flash is not on. Turn on the flash (page 22).
The subject is too far
away for the flash to
have an effect.
Move so there is no more than
12.8 ft (3.9 m) between the
camera and the subject.
The subject is in front
of a bright light
(backlit).
Use Fill flash (page 22) or change
your position so light is not
behind the subject.
Not enough light. Increase Exposure Compensation
(page 28).
Picture is too
light.
The flash is not needed. Change to Auto flash or Flash Off
(page 22).
The subject was too
close for flash.
Move so there is at least 1.6 ft (0.5
m) between camera and subject.
The light sensor is
covered.
Hold the camera so your hands or
other objects do not cover the
light sensor.
Too much light. Decrease Exposure Compensation
(page 28).
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In Review mode,
a blue screen is
displayed instead
of a picture.
The picture has no
thumbnail or an
unrecognized
thumbnail.
Transfer the picture to the
computer (page 65), or delete the
picture (page 43).
Picture is not
clear.
The lens is dirty. Clean the lens (page 98).
Subject too close when
taking picture.
Move so there is at least 19.7 in.
(50 cm) between the camera and
the subject.
Subject or the camera
moved while the
picture was taken.
Place the camera on a flat, steady
surface or use a tripod.
The subject is too far
away for the flash to be
effective.
Move so there is no more than
12.8 ft (3.9 m) between the
camera and the subject.
Slide show does
not run on
external video
device.
Video Out setting is
incorrect.
Adjust the camera Video Out
setting (NTSC or PAL,
page 59).
External device is set
incorrectly.
See the external device’s user’s
guide.
Camera freezes
up when a card is
inserted or
removed.
Camera detected an
error when the card
was inserted or
removed.
Turn the camera off, then back
on. Make sure the camera is
turned off before inserting or
removing a card.
Problem Cause Solution
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Camera/Computer Communications
Problem Cause Solution
The computer
cannot
communicate
with the
camera.
(For
communication
problems with
a camera dock
6000, see
page 75.)
There is a problem with
the configuration of the
USB port on the
computer.
See this file on the EasyShare
software CD: USB.html Or, go to:
www.kodak.com/go/
camerasupport.
Camera power is off. Turn on the camera (page 6).
Battery is not charged. Recharge the battery (page 72).
Some Advanced Power
Management utilities on
laptops turn off ports to
save battery life.
See the Power Management section
of the laptop user’s guide to disable
this feature.
USB cable is not
securely connected.
Connect cable to camera and
computer port (page 65).
Software is not installed. Install the software
(page 61).
Software is installed
incorrectly.
Disconnect the USB cable. Close all
open applications. Uninstall, then
re-install the software (page 61).
To uninstall, go to Start/Settings/
Control Panel/Add/Remove
Programs.
Too many applications
are running on the
computer.
Disconnect camera from the
computer. Close all software
applications, reconnect camera.
The Battery Monitor or
similar software runs
constantly.
Close that software before starting
the Kodak software.
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SD/MMC Cards and Internal Memory
Cannot transfer
pictures.
(The Add New
Hardware
Wizard cannot
locate drivers.)
Software is not installed. Disconnect USB cable. (If using
camera dock, disconnect cable and
remove camera from dock). Install
EasyShare software (page 61).
Software is installed
incorrectly.
Disconnect the USB cable. Close all
open applications. Uninstall, then
re-install the software (page 61).
To uninstall, go to Start/Settings/
Control Panel/Add/Remove
Programs.
Problem Cause Solution
The camera
does not
recognize
SD/MMC card.
The card may not be
SD/MMC certified.
Purchase a certified SD/MMC card.
The card may be
corrupt.
Reformat the card (page 60).
Caution: Formatting erases all
pictures and videos, including
protected files.
Card is not properly
inserted in camera.
Insert a card into the slot, then push
to seat (page 11).
Camera freezes
up when a card
is inserted or
removed.
Camera detects an
error when the card
was inserted or
removed.
Turn the camera off, then back on.
Make sure the camera is off when
inserting or removing a card.
Problem Cause Solution
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Camera Screen Messages
Memory card
full
Storage is full. Transfer pictures and videos to the
computer, then delete them from
the camera.
The maximum
number of files or
folders is reached (or
other directory
concern).
Transfer pictures and videos to the
computer, then format the card or
internal memory (page 60).
Caution: Formatting a card erases
all pictures and videos, including
protected files. (Formatting internal
memory also erases email
addresses and album names. To
restore addresses and albums, see
Kodak EasyShare software Help.)
Message Cause Solution
No images to display There are no pictures
in the current storage
location.
Change picture storage
location setting (page 12).
Memory card requires
formatting
The card is corrupted
or formatted for
another digital camera.
Insert a new card or format
the card (page 60).
Caution: Formatting erases
all pictures and videos,
including protected files.
Memory card cannot
be read (Please format
memory card or insert
another card)
Problem Cause Solution
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Internal memory
requires formatting
The camera internal
memory is corrupted.
Format the internal
memory (page 60).
Caution: Formatting erases
all pictures and videos,
including protected files.
(Formatting internal
memory also erases email
addresses and album
names. To restore them,
see Kodak EasyShare
software Help.)
Internal memory
cannot be read (Please
format internal
memory)
Remove USB cable in
camera
Restart computer if
needed
USB cable is connected
to camera.
Unplug the USB cable from
the camera.
No memory card (Files
not copied)
There is no card in the
camera. Pictures were
not copied.
Insert a card (page 11).
Not enough space to
copy files (Files not
copied)
There is not enough
space in the location
you are copying to
(internal memory or
the card).
Delete pictures from the
location you are copying to
(page 43), or insert a new
card.
Read-only memory
card, change to
internal memory to
capture
The card in the camera
is write-protected.
To take a picture, insert a
new card or change storage
location to internal
memory (page 12).
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Memory card is
protected (Reset
switch on memory
card)
Switch on card is in
write-protect position.
Reset the switch as shown
on camera screen.
Memory card is locked
(Insert new memory
card)
The card is
write-protected.
To take a picture, insert a
new card or change storage
location to internal
memory (page 12).
Memory card is
unusable (Insert new
memory card)
The card is slow,
corrupted, or
unreadable.
Insert a new card
(page 11).
Recording stopped.
Record in internal
memory (Card speed is
slow)
Card cannot be used to
take videos.
Change storage location to
internal memory
(page 12). Use this card to
take pictures only.
Memory card is full
(Cannot save album
tagging)
There is no space
remaining.
Insert a new card
(page 11), transfer
pictures (page 65), or
delete pictures (page 43).
Internal memory is full
(Cannot save album
tagging)
Memory card is full
(Cannot save share
tagging)
Internal memory is full
(Cannot save share
tagging)
Message Cause Solution
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Date and time have
been reset
This is the first time you
turned on the camera;
or the battery has been
removed for an
extended period of
time; or the battery is
exhausted.
Reset the clock (page 8).
High camera
temperature. (Camera
will be turned off.)
The internal
temperature of the
camera is too high for
the camera to operate.
The viewfinder light
glows red and the
camera turns off.
Leave the camera off for
several minutes, then turn
it back on.
If the message reappears,
contact Customer Support
(page 92).
Memory card is full There is no more space
on the card in the
camera.
Transfer pictures to the
computer (page 65),
delete pictures from the
card (page 43), insert a
new card, or change
storage location to internal
memory (page 12).
Internal memory card
is full
There is no more space
in the camera’s internal
memory.
Transfer pictures to the
computer (page 65),
delete pictures from the
internal memory (page 43)
or change storage location
to Auto (page 12) and
insert card (page 11).
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Unrecognized file
format
The camera cannot
read the picture format.
Transfer the unreadable
picture to the computer
(page 65), or delete the
picture (page 43).
No address book on
camera (Connect with
computer to import
address book)
Address book has not
been copied to the
camera from the
computer.
Create and copy address
book from computer. See
EasyShare software Help.
No album names on
camera (Connect with
computer to import
album names)
Album names have not
been copied to the
camera from the
computer.
Create and copy album
names from computer. See
EasyShare software Help.
Camera error #XXXX.
See user’s guide.
An error is detected. Turn the Mode dial off,
then back on. If the
message reappears,
contact Customer Support
(page 92).
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Camera Ready Light Status
Status Cause Solution
Ready light does not
turn on and the
camera does not
work.
Camera is not turned
on.
Turn on the camera
(page 6).
Battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery
(page 72) or install a new
one (page 4).
Mode dial was on
when battery was
reloaded.
Turn Mode dial off, then
back on.
Ready light glows
steady green.
Camera is on; ready
to take a picture or
video.
Camera is operating
normally.
Shutter button is
pressed halfway
down. Focus and
exposure are set.
Camera is operating
normally.
Ready light blinks
green.
Picture is being
processed and saved
to the camera.
Camera is operating
normally.
Camera is initializing.
Ready light
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Ready light blinks
amber.
Flash is not charged. Wait. Resume picture taking
when the light stops blinking
and turns green.
Auto exposure or
auto focus are not
locked.
Release the Shutter button
and recompose the picture.
Ready light blinks red. Battery is low or
exhausted.
Recharge the battery
(page 72) or install a new
one (page 4).
Ready light glows
steady red.
Camera’s internal
memory or card is
full.
Transfer pictures to the
computer (page 65), delete
pictures from the camera
(page 43), switch storage
locations (page 12), or
insert a card with available
memory (page 11).
Camera processing
memory is full.
Wait. Resume picture taking
when the light turns green.
Card is read-only. Change storage location to
internal memory (page 12),
or use a different card.
Status Cause Solution
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Helpful Web Links
Help in this Manual
See Troubleshooting, page 77 for help with problems you may have with your
camera, camera/computer connections, or SD/MMC cards. See page 75 for
help with the EasyShare camera dock 6000.
Software Help
Click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software.
Help with your camera www.kodak.com/go/cx6230support
Help with Windows operating
system and working with digital
pictures
www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics
Download the latest camera
software and firmware
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230downloads
Optimize your printer for truer,
more vibrant colors
www.kodak.com/go/onetouch
Get support for cameras, software,
accessories, more
www.kodak.com/go/support
Purchase camera accessories www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories
Register your camera www.kodak.com/go/register
View online tutorials www.kodak.com/go/howto
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Telephone Customer Support
If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, you
may speak with a customer support representative.
Before You Call
!Have the camera or camera dock connected to your computer.
!Be at your computer.
!Have the following information available:
Operating system __________________________________________
Processor speed (MHz)_____________________________________
Computer model __________________________________________
Amount of memory (MB) ____________________________________
Exact error message you received_______________________________
Version of Kodak EasyShare software CD________________________
Camera serial number______________________________________
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Telephone Numbers
Australia 1800 147 701
Austria/Osterreich 0179 567 357
Belgium/Belgique 02 713 14 45
Brazil 0800 150000
Canada 1 800 465 6325
China 800 820 6027
Denmark/Danmark 3 848 71 30
Ireland/Eire 01 407 3054
Finland/Suomi 0800 1 17056
France 01 55 1740 77
Germany/Deutschland 069 5007 0035
Greece 00800 441 25605
Hong Kong 800 901 514
India 91 22 617 5823
Italy/Italia 02 696 33452
Japan 03 5644 5050
Korea 00798 631 0024
Netherlands/Nederland 020 346 9372
New Zealand 0800 440 786
Norway/Norge 23 16 21 33
Philippines 1 800 1 888 9600
Portugal 021 415 4125
Singapore 800 6363 036
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For the most up-to-date listings, visit:
http://www.kodak.com/US/en/digital/contacts/DAIInternationalContacts.shtml
Spain/Espana 91 749 76 53
Sweden/Sverige 08 587 704 21
Switzerland/Schweiz/Suisse 01 838 53 51
Taiwan 0 080 861 008
Thailand 001 800 631 0017
UK 0870 243 0270
United States 1 800 235 6325
Outside the United States 585 726 7260
International Toll Line +44 131 458 6714
International Toll Fax +44 131 458 6962
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Camera Specifications
Kodak EasyShare CX6230 zoom digital camera
Color 24-bit, millions of colors
Color modes Color, black & white, sepia
Communication with computer USB, via: USB cable; EasyShare camera
dock 6000; or printer dock 6000
Dimensions Width
Depth
Height
4.1 in. (104 mm)
1.6 in. (42 mm)
2.6 in. (67 mm)
Weight 7.6 oz (215 g) with battery and card
Exposure metering Center weighted
File format Still JPEG/EXIF v2.2
Video QuickTime
Audio G.711
Flash Modes Auto, Fill, Red-eye, Off
Range Wide: 1.6-12.8 ft (0.5-3.9 m)
Tele: 1.6-7.5 ft (0.5-2.3 m)
Charging Time Less than 7 seconds with charged battery
Image
Sensor
1/2.7 inch interline transfer CCD, 4:3 aspect ratio, RGB Bayer
CFA, 2.14 M pixels
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Lens Type Optical quality glass, aspherical lens
Aperture Maximum f/2.7 - f/4.6
Focal Length 36 - 108 mm
Focus Distance Standard Wide: 19.7 in. (50 cm) to infinity
Close-up Tele: 7.9 in. to 23.6 in. (20 cm to
60 cm)
Close-up Wide: 3.9 to 23.6 in. (10 cm to
60 cm)
Landscape: Fixed focus
Liquid Crystal Display, LCD
(Camera screen)
1.6 in. (40 mm), color, 220 x 280 (61k)
pixels. Preview rate: 20 fps
Operating Temperature 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C)
Picture/Video storage 16 MB internal; optional SD or MMC Card
Pixel
resolution
Best
Best (3:2)
Better
Good
1632 x 1232 (2.0 M) pixels
1632 x 1088 (1.8 M) pixels
1184 x 888 (1.0 M) pixels
816 x 616 (0.5 M) pixels
Power Battery Kodak Max digital camera batteries 2-AA,
2-AA lithium, 2-AA Ni-MH, CRV3, Ni-MH
rechargeable battery pack
AC adapter 3V DC (purchase separately)
Self Timer 10 seconds
Tripod socket Yes
Video Out NTSC or PAL selectable
Video resolution 320 x 240 pixels, 15 fps
Kodak EasyShare CX6230 zoom digital camera
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Original Factory Settings
Viewfinder Optical real image
White balance Auto
Zoom (still capture) 3X optical, 3.3X digital
Feature Factory Setting
Date/Time 2003/01/01; 12:00
Date/Time Stamp Off
Default Print Quantity 1
Exposure Compensation 0.0
Flash Still: Auto
Video: Off
Image Storage Auto
Language English
Liveview Off
Self Timer Off
Picture Quality Best
Quickview On
Slide Show Interval 5 seconds
Slide Show Loop Off
Storage Location Auto
Video Date Display yyyy/mm/dd
Video Out NTSC
Kodak EasyShare CX6230 zoom digital camera
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Shutter Speeds
For shutter speeds slower than 1/30 second, place the camera on a flat, steady
surface or use a tripod.
Upgrading Your Software and Firmware
Download the latest versions of the software included on the Kodak EasyShare
software CD and the camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera).
See www.kodak.com/go/cx6230downloads.
Tips, Safety, Maintenance
!Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety
Instructions” booklet packed with your camera.
!Do not allow chemicals, such as suntan lotion, to come into contact with
the painted surface of the camera.
!If the camera has been subjected to inclement weather or you suspect
water has gotten inside the camera, turn off the camera and remove the
battery and card. Allow all components to air-dry for at least 24 hours
before using the camera again. If this does not resolve the problem,
contact customer support (page 92).
!Clean the lens and camera screen:
1 Blow gently on the lens or camera screen to remove dust and dirt.
2 Wipe the lens or camera screen gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an
untreated lens-cleaning tissue.
Do not use cleaning solutions unless they are designed specifically for
camera lenses. Do not wipe the camera lens or camera screen with
chemically treated eyeglass lens tissue. It may scratch the lens.
Picture-Taking Mode Available Shutter Speeds
Auto 1/30 to 1/1700 sec.
Night 1/2 to 1/1700 sec.
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!Wipe the outside of the camera with a clean, dry cloth. Never use harsh or
abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the camera or any of its parts.
!Connect a tripod directly to the camera; do not connect a tripod to the
camera dock.
!Service agreements are available in some countries. Contact a dealer of
Kodak products for more information.
!For digital camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local
authorities. In the US, visit the Electronics Industry Alliance Web site at
www.eiae.org or the Kodak Web site at
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230support.
Storage Capacities
File sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos.
Purchase accessories at a dealer of Kodak products. See
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
Video Storage Capacity
Minutes/seconds of video
16 MB internal memory 51 sec.
16 MB SD/MMC 51 sec.
32 MB SD/MMC 1 min., 46 sec.
64 MB SD/MMC 3 min., 25 sec.
128 MB SD/MMC 7 min., 4 sec.
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Picture Storage Capacity
Locating Pictures and Videos on a Card
Pictures stored on SD/MMC Cards use a standard (DCF-Digital Camera
Format) agreed upon by many camera manufacturers. This lets you use the
cards in different cameras. If you use a card reader to retrieve your files, the
following description of the card file structure may be helpful.
MISC folder—contains the order files created when you use the Share
feature to tag files for printing, emailing, and as favorites; also contains the
address book and album names copied from the computer.
SYSTEM folder—created and used while updating camera firmware.
DCIM folder—root level folder, contains the 100K6230 folder. Each time you
turn on the camera or insert a different card, any empty folders within the
DCIM folder are removed.
100K6230 subfolder—initially contains all pictures and videos on the card.
Approximate number of pictures
Best
Best (3:2) Better
Good
16 MB internal memory 18 20 35 70
16 MB SD/MMC 18 20 35 70
32 MB SD/MMC 37 42 73 145
64 MB SD/MMC 74 85 148 295
128 MB SD/MMC 149 170 298 595
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Picture Naming Conventions
!Pictures are named 100_nnnn.JPG, and are numbered in the order in
which they are taken. The first picture is named 100_0001.JPG; the highest
number allowed is 100_9999.JPG.
!When a card contains a picture named 100_9999.JPG in the
\DCIM\100K6230 folder, subsequent pictures appear in a new folder
(\DCIM\101K6230), beginning with picture 101_0001.JPG.
!Even if you transfer pictures to the computer or delete pictures from the
camera, the camera continues to use consecutive numbers for all
subsequent pictures. For example, if the last picture taken was
100_0007.JPG and you delete it, the next picture you take is named
100_0008.JPG.
!When you insert a different card into your camera, the next picture number
is defined by incrementing the higher of the last picture taken by the
camera, or the highest existing picture number in the folder.
!If you use the card in a camera other than the Kodak EasyShare CX6230
zoom digital camera, and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file
structure standard, the \DCIM folder contains a folder named by that
camera. For more information, refer to the documentation that
accompanied that camera.
Power-Saving Features
If No
Activity For
The Camera To Turn It Back On
1 minute screen turns off. Press the OK button.
8 minutes enters auto power off. Press any button (or insert or
remove a card).
3 hours turns off. Turn Mode dial Off, then
back on.
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Optional AC Adapter
You can purchase an optional Kodak digital camera AC adapter, 3-volt to power
your camera. Use it to save battery power when reviewing and transferring
pictures.
1Connect the AC adapter to the DC-In port.
2Connect the other end of the AC adapter to
an electrical outlet.
Purchase batteries and AC adapters at a
dealer of Kodak products. See
www.kodak.com/go/cx6230accessories.
CAUTION:
Do not use the optional AC adapter, 3-volt with the Kodak
EasyShare camera dock 6000. It is NOT compatible.
DC-In
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FCC Compliance and Advisory
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 or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 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: 1) reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; 2) increase
the separation between the equipment and the receiver; 3) connect the
equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected; 4) consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
additional suggestions.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Where shielded interface cables have been provided with the product or
specified additional components or accessories elsewhere defined to be used
with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure
compliance with FCC regulation.
Canadian DOC Statement
DOC Class B Compliance—This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Observation des normes-Class B—Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Kodak EasyShare CX6230 zoom digital camera
Tested to comply with FCC Standards.
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
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Index
Numerics
4-way controller, ii, 6
A
A/V out, iii, 48, 59
AC adapter
3-volt, camera, 102
5-volt, camera dock, 69
accessories
AC adapter, camera, 102
battery, 15
buying, 91
camera dock, 67
printer dock, 66
SD/MMC card, 11
adjusting screen display, 7
albums, tagging
in review mode, 46
pictures, 32
videos, 38
alkaline batteries, warning, 4
auto
flash, 22
mode, 18
power-down, 101
B
batteries
alkaline warning, 4
charge via camera dock, 72
door location, iv
expected life, 14
extending life, 15
loading, 4, 70
safety and handling, 15
types, 14
black & white pictures, 31
button
4-way controller, 6
delete, ii, 20
flash/status, ii, 22
menu, ii
OK, ii, 6
review, ii, 41
Share, ii, 51
shutter, i, ii, iv
zoom, ii
C
cable
audio/video, 3, 48
power, camera dock, 69
USB, 3, 65, 69
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Index
camera dock
camera compatibility, 75
charging battery, 72
connection, 69
connector on camera, iv
docking camera, 71
installing custom insert, 68
lights status, 73
package contents, 67
reviewing pictures, 74
specifications, 74
troubleshooting, 75
camera overviews, i—iv
camera screen
adjusting display, 7
error messages, 83
liveview, 19
reviewing pictures/videos, 41
status area, 9
status icons, 10
turning off liveview, 57
using as viewfinder, 19
Canadian compliance, 103
capture mode
accessing menus, 24
overview, 18
card
door, i
memory, 101
caring for your camera, 98
changing
picture taking mode, 18
storage location, 12
charging battery via camera
dock, 72
charging lights, camera dock, 72
checking
camera status, settings, 9
storage setting, 13
cleaning camera lens, 98
clock, setting, 8
close-up mode, 18
color mode, 31
computer
connecting camera, 65
connecting camera dock, 69
installing software, 63
system requirements, 61
transfer to, 65, 73
connecting
camera dock, 69
camera to camera dock, 71
camera to computer, 65
contents, package
camera, 3
camera dock, 67
copy pictures
card to memory, 49
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Index
memory to card, 49
to computer via camera, 65
to computer via camera
dock, 73
CRV3 battery
expected life, 14
installing, 4
custom insert, 68
customer support, 92
customizing camera settings, 55
D
date
displaying on video, 50
imprinting on pictures, 33
setting, 8
DCIM folder, card, 100
DC-in, ii
default settings, original, 97
delete button, ii
deleting
by formatting, 60
during quickview, 20, 36
from internal memory, 43
from SD/MMC card, 43
protected pictures/videos, 45
digital zoom
changing, 58
using, 21
disposal, recycling, 99
dock
camera, 67
printer, 66
downloading pictures, 65, 73
E
EasyShare software See also
Kodak EasyShare
software, 61
emailing pictures, videos, 53
error messages, camera
screen, 83
exposure compensation, 28
external video device
setting video out, 59
viewing pictures, videos, 48
F
favorites, tagging, 54
FCC compliance, 103
file names, card, 101
fill flash, 22
firmware
upgrading, 98
version, 60
flash
range, 22, 95
settings, 22
108
Index
settings per mode, 23
unit location, i
using, 22
flash/status button, ii, 22
focus distance, 18, 96
folders, card, 100
formatting internal
memory/card, 60
G
grip, i
guidelines, battery, 15
H
help
camera, 77
camera dock, 75
support, 91
troubleshooting, 77
web links, 91
I
icons
camera screen, 10
capture menus, 24
mode dial, 18
picture taking modes, 18
review menu, 44
setup menu, 55
Share menu, 51
image storage menu, 12
information
about camera, 60
about pictures/videos, 50
insert, custom/universal, 68
installing
batteries, 4
custom insert, 68
rechargeable battery, 70
SD/MMC card, 11
software, 63
internal memory
formatting, 60
setting storage location, 12
storage capacity, 99
K
Kodak EasyShare software
getting help, 91
installing, 63
upgrading, 98
Kodak web sites, 91
L
landscape mode, 18
language, setting, 59
109
Index
LCD (liquid crystal display). See
camera screen
lens
cleaning, 98
location, i
light
camera dock, 72, 73
ready, ii, 88
self timer, i, 27, 40
sensor, i
video record, i
lithium batteries, expected
life, 14
liveview
camera screen as
viewfinder, 19
turning default on, 57
turning on/off, 19
loading
batteries,4,70
SD/MMC card, 11
software, 63
locator for dock, iv
M
Macintosh OS
installing software on, 63
system requirements, 62
magnify picture, 44
maintenance, camera, 98
memory
inserting card, 11
internal, 11, 12
removeable card, 12
storage capacities, 99
storage location setting, 12
menu
button, ii
review mode, 44
setup mode, 55
Share mode, 51
still modes, 24, 25
video mode, 37
microphone, i
MISC folder, card, 100
MMC card, inserting, 11
mode dial, ii, iv, 18
modes, picture taking
available shutter speeds, 98
flash settings, 23
menu options, 24, 25
overview, 18
monitor, requirements, 61
movies. See videos
multiple pictures, viewing, 42
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Index
N
night mode, 18
Ni-MH rechargeable battery
expected life, 14
installing, 70
NTSC, video out setting, 59
O
OK button, ii, 6
online prints, ordering, 66
optical zoom, 37
orientation sensor, 34
overview
camera, ii
picture taking modes, 18
P
package contents
camera, 3
camera dock, 67
PAL, video out setting, 59
pictures
checking location, 13
copying, 49
date imprint, 33
deleting, 43
emailing tagged, 53
file naming, 101
locating on card, 100
magnifying, 44
printing, 66
printing tagged, 52
protecting, 45
quality, setting, 29
reviewing, 41, 74
storage capacity, 99
tagging, 32, 46
taking, 17
taking, modes, 18
transfer via camera, 65
transfer via camera dock, 73
viewing multi-up, 42
viewing on television, 48
playing a video, 42
power
auto off, 101
camera, 6
camera dock, 69
printer dock, 66
printing
4 x 6 prints, 29
changing default quantity, 56
from a card, 66
optimizing printer, 91
order online, 66
pictures, 66
tagged pictures, 52, 66
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Index
this user guide, 1
without a computer, 66
product overview, ii
protecting pictures, videos, 45
Q
quality setting, 29
quickview
turning off, 56
using, 20, 36
R
ReadMe file, 77
ready light, ii, 88
recycling, disposal, 99
red-eye, flash, 22
regulatory information, 103
removeable card, 11
requirements
Macintosh OS, 62
Windows OS, 61
resolution, setting, 29
review button, ii, 41
reviewing pictures
as you take them, 20
camera dock, 74
camera screen, 41
deleting, 43
magnifying, 44
menu options, 44
multi-up, 42
protecting, 45
slide show, 47
reviewing videos
as you take them, 36
camera dock, 74
camera screen, 41
deleting, 43
menu options, 44
protecting, 45
slide show, 47
running slide show, 47
S
safety, 98
SD/MMC card
file names, 101
formatting, 60
inserting, 11
printing from, 66
setting storage location, 12
slot location, iii
storage capacities, 99
self timer
light, i
using, 27
with videos, 39
sensor, light, i
112
Index
sepia tone pictures, 31
service and support, telephone
numbers, 92
setting
date and time, 8
flash, 22
language, 59
picture quality, 29
picture taking mode, 18
resolution, 29
review menu options, 44
self timer, 27, 39
storage location, 12
video out, 59
setup mode, 55
Share button, ii, 51
shutoff, auto, 101
shutter
problems, 78
self timer delay, 39
speeds, available, 98
shutter button
location, i, ii, iv
self timer delay, 27
sleep mode, 101
slide show
changing display time, 47
continuous loop, 48
problems, 80
viewing on camera, 47
viewing on television, 48
software
getting help, 91
installing, 63
upgrading, 98
specifications
camera, 95
camera dock, 74
status
camera dock, charging
lights, 72
camera dock, transfer
light, 73
camera ready light, 88
checking on screen, 9
screen icons, 10
storage location, 13
storage capacity, 99
strap, wrist, 5
support, technical, 92
system folder, card, 100
system requirements
Macintosh OS, 62
Windows OS, 61
T
tagging
favorites, 54
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Index
for albums, 32, 38, 46
for email, 53
for print, 52
when to tag, 51
taking pictures, 17
taking videos, 35
telephone support, 93
telephoto button, ii
television, slide show, 48
thumb rest, ii
time, setting, 8
timer, shutter delay, 27, 39
tips
battery guidelines, 15
maintenance, safety, 98
ReadMe file, 77
transfer
via camera, 65
via camera dock, 73
trash can, deleting, 20, 36
tripod socket, iv
troubleshooting
camera, 77
camera dock, 75
turning camera on and off, 6
U
universal insert, 68
upgrading software,
firmware, 98
URLs, Kodak web sites, 91
USB (universal serial bus)
connecting to camera, 65
connecting to camera
dock, 69
connection location, iii
transferring pictures, 65
V
videos
checking location, 13
copying, 49
date display, 50
deleting, 43
emailing tagged, 53
file naming, 101
locating on card, 100
mode, 18
protecting, 45
record light, i
reviewing, 41, 42
storage capacities, 99
tagging, 38
taking, 35
transfer to computer, 65, 73
viewing, 41
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Index
viewfinder
lens, i
location, ii
using camera screen, 19
viewing
camera information, 60
magnified picture, 44
picture after taking, 20, 41
picture/video
information, 50
pictures and videos, 41
video after taking, 36, 41
W
wide angle button, ii
Windows OS
installing software, 63
system requirements, 61
wrist strap, 5
wrist strap post, i
Z
zoom
button, ii
digital, 21, 58
optical, video, 37

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