Kodak CX6230 User Manual

Kodak EasyShare
CX6230 zoom digital camera
User’s Guide
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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
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Front View

Product Overview

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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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Back View
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Product Overview
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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
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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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12 Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto)
Side View
Product Overview
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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
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1 Shutter button 3 Battery door 2 Mode dial 4 Tripod socket/locator, dock 6000
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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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1 Getting 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?

1 Go to www.kodak.com/go/cx6230support. 2 Navigate to the Manuals section. 3 Click View as PDF to open the User’s Guide. 4 On 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%.
5 Print 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:
Tra nsfer—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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Package Contents

Chapter 1
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1 Camera 4 USB cable 2 Custom dock insert (for camera
dock 6000 or printer dock 6000)
3 Kodak Max digital camera batteries
(2-AA, non-rechargeable)
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.)
5 Audio/video cable (for viewing
pictures and videos on television)
6 Wrist strap
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Chapter 1

Loading the Batteries

Two AA digital camera batteries (non-rechargeable) are included with your camera.
1 Turn off the camera.
2 On the bottom of the camera, slide the
battery door and lift to open.
AA
CRV3 (optional)
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3 Insert the batteries, as shown. 4 Close 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.
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Attaching the Wrist Strap

1 Thread the short loop of the wrist strap
through the wrist strap post.
2 Thread the long loop through the short loop.
3 Pull until secure.
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Turning the Camera On and Off

1 Rotate the Mode dial:
Counterclockwise for Still capture
Ready
light
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.
2 To 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.
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Adjusting the Display

If you want to Then do this
Turn the camera screen on (enter Liveview) or off.
Change the Liveview setting
so that it is on whenever the camera is on.
Redisplay the status icons. Press . Turn off the camera. Turn the Mode dial to Off.
Press the OK button.
See Turning On Liveview in Still Modes,
page 57.
The camera completes operations that are in process.
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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.
1 SET 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
OK
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

OK
Menu
to set the date and time at a later time.
2 Press to adjust the date and time.
Press to advance to the next setting.
3 When finished, press the OK button. 4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
The setting remains until you change it.
1 Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu ,
then press the OK button.
3 Highlight the Date & Time icon, then press
the OK button.
4 Go to Step 2 of Setting the Date & Time, First
Time .
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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.
Status area
Mode icon
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.
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Camera Screen Icons

These icons appear on your camera screen when the settings are active.
Capture Modes (also on Mode dial)
Video
Auto
Night Self Timer Storage/Picture location
Landscape Burst
Close-up Flash* Battery power
Camera/Picture Status
Share Icons Quality Icons Protect
Print
Email Favorite
Date stamp
ALBUM +
Album name
Album Digital zoom
Best Best (3:2) Better Good
Internal memory Memory Card
Pictures remaining
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Low
Exhausted
*For all flash icons, see page 22.
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Color mode Exposure
Compensation
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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:
1 Turn off the camera. 2 Open the card door. 3 Orient the card as shown. 4 Push the card into the slot to seat the
connector.
5 Close the door.
Notched corner
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.
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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

1 Turn on the camera. 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Press to highlight the Image Storage icon , then press the OK
button.
4 Highlight 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.
5 Highlight Continue, then press the OK button.
The setting remains until you change it and applies to all camera functions.
6 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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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:
Storage location
! Turn the Mode dial from the Off position, or ! In any capture mode, press .
Memory CardInternal Memory

Checking a Picture or Video’s Location

In Review mode, the storage location icon indicates the location of the picture or video.
Picture/video location
Press the Review button.
—Picture or video is stored on a card —Picture or video is stored in internal
memory
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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.
CRV3 lithium battery
AA (2) lithium batteries
Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack* (per charge)
AA (2) Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (per charge)
Kodak Max digital camera batteries, AA (2)
(included with camera)
* Included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000
and printer dock 6000
0500
165 - 205
165 - 205
100 - 140
ery Life (Approx. Number o
Batt
365 - 455
265 - 365
f Pictures)
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
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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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2 Taking 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

1 Turn the Mode dial to the mode you want to
use. See page 18.
The camera screen displays the mode name and description.
2 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject. (Press the OK button to
Mode dial
Ready light
Shutter button
turn on Liveview. See page 19.)
IMPORTANT: Liveview significantly
reduces battery life.
3 Press the Shutter button half-way to set the
exposure and focus.
4 When 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.
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Picture-Taking Modes

For the best possible pictures, choose the mode that suits your conditions.
Use this mode For:
Auto General picture-taking. Automatically sets exposure,
Night Night scenes or low-light conditions. Place the camera
Landscape Distant subjects. Flash does not fire unless you set it
Close-up Close subjects 4-24 in. (10-60 cm) from the lens in
Video Capture video with sound. See page 35.
focus, and flash.
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.
(see page 22).
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.
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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.
1 Turn the Mode dial to any Still capture
position.
2 Press the OK button to turn on Liveview. 3 Frame your subject in the camera screen. 4 Press the Shutter button half-way to set the
exposure and focus.
5 When the ready light glows green, continue
pressing the Shutter button completely
OK
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.
6 To 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.
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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:
Delete
OK
Share
! 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).
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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.
Wide Angle
Telephoto
1 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject.
2 Press 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.
3 Press 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
1 Press the OK button to turn on Liveview. 2 Press 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
3 Press 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.
when using Digital Zoom.
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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.
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)

Setting the Flash

Flash setting
Flash/Status button
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.
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Flash Settings in Each Mode

For the best possible pictures, flash settings are pre-set for each capture mode.
Icon Capture
Mode
Auto Auto* Auto, Flash Off,
Night Auto*
Landscape Off
Close-up Off
Default Flash Setting
Available Flash Settings
(press the Flash button to change)
Fill Flash, Red-eye
To Return to the Default Flash Setting:
Exit the mode or turn off the camera.
Video Off None Flash cannot be
turned on.
Burst Off
* In these modes, when you change to Red-eye, it remains until you change it.
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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) Burst (page 30) Orientation Sensor (page 34)
Picture Quality (page 29) Setup Menu (page 55)
Date Stamp (page 33)
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Changing Optional Settings

Press the Menu button to access optional picture-taking settings. All menu options are not available in all modes.
Mode dial
Turn for picture taking modes
Menu button
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Menu Options Available
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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Picture Taking Modes
Video Still:
- Auto
- Night
- Landscape
- Close-up
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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.
1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight the Self Timer
icon , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight On, then press the OK button. 4 Press the Menu button to turn off the menu
screen.
The Self Timer icon appears in the status area.
5 Place the camera on a flat surface or use a
tripod.
Shutter button
Self Timer light
6 Compose 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.
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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.
1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight the Exposure Compensation icon , then
press the OK button.
3 Press to select the Exposure
Compensation setting.
! If pictures are too light, decrease the
value.
! If pictures are too dark, increase the
value.
4 Press the OK button to accept the change. 5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu. 6 Use 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.
1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button.
2 Press to highlight the Picture
Quality icon , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight 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.
4 Press 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

1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight the Burst icon , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight ON, then press the OK button. 4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change the Mode dial or turn off the camera.

Take the Pictures

1 Press the Shutter button half-way and hold to set the auto-focus and
exposure for all the pictures in the sequence.
2 Press 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.
1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight the Color Mode icon , then press the OK
button.
3 Highlight 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.
4 Press 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

1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight the Set Album
(Still) icon , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight 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.
4 To remove a selection, highlight an album
name, then press the OK button. To remove all album selections, select Clear All.
5 Highlight 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.
6 Press 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.
1 Make sure the camera clock is set to the correct date (page 8). 2 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 3 Press to highlight the Date Stamp icon , then press the OK
button.
4 Highlight an option, then press the OK
button.
5 Press 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.
1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight the Orientation Sensor icon , then press the
OK button.
3 Highlight On or Off, then press the OK
button.
4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
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3 Taking 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

Self Timer/
Video light
Ready light
4 To 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.
1 Turn 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).
2 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject.
3 To 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.
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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.
OK
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.
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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.
Wide Angle
Telephoto
1 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to
frame your subject.
2 Press 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.
3 Press the Shutter button to take the video.

Changing Optional Video Settings

In Video mode, press the Menu button to access optional video-taking settings.
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

1 In Video mode , press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight the Set Album (Video) icon , then press the
OK button.
3 Highlight 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.
4 To remove a selection, highlight an album
name and press the OK button. To remove all album selections, select Clear All.
5 Highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
Your selections are saved.
6 Press 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.
1 In Video mode , press the Menu button.
2 Press to highlight the Self Timer
icon , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight On, then press the OK button.
4 Highlight 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.)
5 Place the camera on a flat surface or use a
tripod.
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Video light
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Compose the scene.
6
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.
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4 Reviewing 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

1 Press the Review button.
The camera screen displays the last picture or video taken.
Review
The icons displayed with each picture indicate the applied features. See
Checking Camera Status, page 9.
2 Press 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).
3 Press the Review button to exit 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

1 Press the Review button. 2 Press .
NOTE: You can also press the Menu button,
highlight , then press the OK button.
Thumbnails of nine pictures and videos
Review
are displayed at once.
3 Press to display the previous or next row of thumbnails. 4 Press to scroll through the thumbnails one at a time.
The selected picture is highlighted in yellow.
5 Press the OK button to display a single view of the selected picture.

Playing a Video

1 Press the Review button. 2 Press to locate a video (or highlight
one in multiple view).
3 To play or pause a video, press the OK
button.
4 To rewind a video, press during playback. 5 To replay the video, press the OK button.
6 To go to the previous or next picture or video, press .
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Deleting Pictures and Videos

1 Press the Review button. 2 Press to locate a picture or video (or highlight one in multiple
view), then press the Delete button.
3 Press 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.
4 To delete other pictures and videos, press . 5 To 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.
Magnify (pictures)(page 44) Slide Show (page 47)
Play (videos) (page 42)Copy (page 49)
Share (page 51) Video Date Display
Image Storage (page 12) Multi-up (page 42)
Protect (page 45) Picture/Video
Album (page 46)Setup Menu (page 55)
(page 50)
Information (page 50)

Magnifying Pictures

1 Press the Review button, then locate a picture.
2 To 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.
3 Press to see different parts of the picture. 4 Press the OK button again to redisplay the picture at the 1X (original) size. 5 Press to locate a different picture, or press the Review button to exit
Review mode.
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Protecting Pictures and Videos From Deletion

1 Press the Review button, then locate the picture or video to protect. 2 Press the Menu button.
Protect icon
CAUTION:
Formatting internal memory or SD/MMC card deletes all (including protected) pictures, videos, email addresses, and album names.
3 Press 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.
4 To remove protection, press the OK button
again.
5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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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

1 Press the Review button. 2 Press to locate a picture, then press
the Menu button.
3 Press to highlight Album , then
press the OK button.
4 Highlight 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.
5 To remove a selection, highlight an album name and press the OK button.
To remove all album selections, select Clear All.
6 Highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
Your selections are saved.
7 Press 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

1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Slide Show , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight 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.
4 To 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.
1 On the Slide Show menu, press to
highlight Interval, then press the OK button.
2 Select a display interval. To scroll through
the seconds quickly, press and hold .
3 Press 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.
1 On the Slide Show menu, press to
highlight Loop, then press the OK button.
2 Highlight 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).
Audio/vide cable
NOTE: The slide show stops if you connect or disconnect the cable while the
slide show is running.
1 Connect 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.
2 Review pictures and videos on the television
screen.
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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:
1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Copy , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight 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):
1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Video Date Display , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight an option, then press the OK
button.
4 Press 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

1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.
2 Press to highlight Picture or Video
Info , then press the OK button.
Information about the picture or video is displayed.
3 To view information on the next or previous
picture or video, press . Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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The Share button lets you “tag” your pictures and videos. When they are transferred to your computer, you can share:
Tagged Pictures Tagged Videos
! By print ! By email ! As Favorites, for easy organization on
your computer

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.
! By email ! As Favorites
Print (page 52)
Email (page 53)
Favorite (page 54)
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Tagging Pictures for Printing

1 Press the Share button. Press to
locate a picture.
2 Press to highlight Print , then
press the OK button.*
3 Press to select the number of copies
(0-99). Zero removes the tag for that picture.
The Print icon appears in the status
Share
OK,
,
4 Press 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.
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.
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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

1 Press the Share button. Press to
locate a picture.
2 Press to highlight Email , then
press the OK button.
3 Highlight 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.
4 To remove a selection, highlight a checked address, then press the OK
button. To remove all email selections, highlight Clear All.
5 Highlight Exit, then press the OK button. 6 Your selections are saved. The email icon appears in the status area. 7 Press 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

1 Press the Share button. Press to
locate a picture.
2 Press to highlight Favorite , then
press the OK button.
The Favorite icon appears in the status area.
3 To remove the tag, press the OK button
again.
4 Press 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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Settings
Use Setup to customize camera settings according to your preferences.

To Access Setup Mode/Menus

1 In any mode (including Review), press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.

Setup Menus

Return to previous menu Video Out (page 59)
Default Print Quantity (page 56)
Quickview (page 56)Format (page 60)
Liveview (page 57) About (page 60)
Date & Time Set (page 8)
Language (page 59)
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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.
1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight the Default Print Quantity icon
, then press the OK button.
4 Press to select the new default
quantity, then press the OK button.
5 Press 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.
1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight the Quickview icon , then press the OK button.
4 Highlight Off, then press the OK button. 5 Press 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:
1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight the Liveview icon , then press the OK button.
4 Highlight 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.
5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
This setting remains until you change it.
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Changing Digital Zoom

1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button.
3 Highlight the Digital Zoom icon , then
press the OK button.
4 Highlight 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.
5 Press 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).
1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight the Video Out icon , then press the OK button.
4 Highlight 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.
5 Press 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.
1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight the Language icon , then press the OK button.
4 Highlight an option, then press the OK
button.
5 Press 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.
1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight Format , then press the OK button.
4 Highlight 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.
5 Highlight Continue Format, then press the OK button.
When the formatting is complete, the Setup menu appears.

Viewing Camera Information

1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight About , then press the OK button.
The camera model and the current firmware version appear.
4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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7 Installing 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.
1 Before you begin, close all software
applications that are open on your computer (including anti-virus software).
2 Place the Kodak EasyShare software CD into
the CD-ROM drive.
3 Load 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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Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
4
! 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.
5 If 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

1 Turn off the camera. 2 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable
into the labeled USB port on your computer. See your computer user’s guide for details.
3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the
labeled USB port on the camera.
4 Turn 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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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

2
3
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.
1 Camera dock 6000 (with universal insert
installed)
2 AC power adapter, 5-volt
Your AC adapter may differ from the one pictured.
3 Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable
1
battery pack
4 Quick Start Guide (not shown)
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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

1 Place your thumbs in the indents in the
front of the universal insert; press in and lift.
2 Lift the insert at the side edge and remove
the insert from the dock.
3 Save the universal insert as a spare.

Install the Custom Insert

Cutout
Connector
1 Position the custom insert so the cutout
lines up with the connector on the camera dock.
2 Fit 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.
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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
IMPORTANT: Use only the AC adapter, 5-volt included with the
Leave the camera dock connected so it’s always ready to transfer pictures and videos.
when you are connecting to power and the computer.
1 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable
into the labeled USB port on your computer. See your computer user’s guide for details.
2 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the
square USB connector on the back of the camera dock.
3 Plug 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.
camera dock 6000. Other adapters may cause damage to your camera, camera dock, or AC adapter.
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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.
1 Open the battery door on the bottom of the
camera.
2 Install 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.
3 Close 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:
Alignment pins
Connector
Charging
Transfer light
NOTE: If the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack requires
charging, charging begins (see page 72).
1 Flip down the camera dock foot.
The camera dock now sits at the proper angle for viewing the camera screen.
2 Turn off the camera.
Foot
3 Match 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.
lights
The camera is now powered by the camera dock instead of the camera batteries.
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Charging the Battery

1 Make sure the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH
rechargeable battery pack is installed in the camera (see page 70).
Charging lights
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 Cause
Green lights
Red light (blinking)
No lights Camera is not properly seated in the camera dock.
2 Turn off the camera and place it in the
camera dock (see page 71).
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.
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.
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.
1 Turn off the camera and place it in the
camera dock.
2 Push the Transfer button.
The Transfer light blinks green while the pictures and videos are transferring.
Transfer button
Transfer light
NOTE: After transferring, the camera dock resumes charging as necessary.

Transfer Light Status

Light Cause
Steady The camera is properly seated in the camera dock. The camera
Blinking Pictures are being transferred to the computer. Off The camera is not seated in the camera dock (page 71).
dock is connected to AC power and to a computer via the USB cable.
The camera dock is not plugged into AC power (page 69). The USB cable is not connected (page 69).
Messages about the transfer status appear on the camera screen. Kodak EasyShare software automatically opens on your computer.

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.
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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.
1 Turn on the camera and place it in the
Review
button
camera dock.
2 Press 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

Specifications—Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000
Communication with computer
Dimensions (without insert)
Transfer light (page 73) Indicates connection/transfer Charging lights (page 72) Indicate charging status and error
Input voltage 5 ±0.25 V DC Power DC input AC adapter (included with camera
USB Cable (included with Kodak EasyShare
Width Depth Height Weight
cameras)
6.1 in. (155 mm)
3.7 in. (94.5 mm)
1.2 in.(31 mm)
6.0 oz (170 g)
conditions
dock)
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Troubleshooting—Camera Dock 6000

Problem Cause Solution
Pictures are not transferred to the computer
AC adapter or USB cable is not securely connected.
Software is not installed.
Too many applications running on computer.
Camera was removed from the camera dock during picture transfer.
Transfer button was not pressed.
Check the connections (page 69).
Install the software (page 61).
Close all software applications and try again.
Replace the camera on the camera dock and press the Transfer button.
Press the Transfer button.

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.
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10Troubleshooting

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.
Camera does not turn off.
Pictures remaining number does not decrease after taking a picture.
Battery is not properly installed.
Battery is not charged. Recharge the battery (page 72). A non-approved battery
may be in the camera.
The picture does not take up enough space to decrease the number.
You did not take a picture.
Reinstall the battery (page 4).
Use the battery that came with your camera, or an approved replacement battery (page 14).
The camera is operating normally. Continue taking pictures.
Use Review (page 41) or Quickview (page 20) to make sure a picture was taken.
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Problem Cause Solution
Shutter button does not work.
Part of the picture is missing.
(Also see Stored pictures are corrupted.)
Stored pictures are corrupted.
Camera is not turned on.
The camera is processing a picture; the ready light (near the viewfinder) is blinking red.
The card or internal memory is full.
The Shutter button was not pressed.
Something was blocking the lens when the picture was taken.
Your eye or the picture was not centered correctly in the viewfinder or camera screen.
The card was removed or the battery expired while the ready light was blinking.
Turn on the camera (page 6).
Wait until the ready light stops blinking red before attempting to take another picture.
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).
For best pictures, see page 17.
Keep hands, fingers, or other objects away from the lens when taking pictures.
Leave space around subject when centering picture in viewfinder or camera screen.
Retake picture. Do not remove card while the ready light is blinking. Keep battery charged.
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Problem Cause Solution
In Review mode, you do not see a picture (or the expected picture) on the camera screen.
Picture is too dark.
Picture is too light.
The camera may not be accessing the correct storage location.
Flash is not on. Turn on the flash (page 22). The subject is too far
away for the flash to have an effect.
The subject is in front of a bright light (backlit).
Not enough light. Increase Exposure Compensation
The flash is not needed. Change to Auto flash or Flash Off
The subject was too close for flash.
The light sensor is covered.
Too much light. Decrease Exposure Compensation
Check the picture storage location setting (page 12).
Move so there is no more than
12.8 ft (3.9 m) between the camera and the subject.
Use Fill flash (page 22) or change your position so light is not behind the subject.
(page 28).
(page 22). Move so there is at least 1.6 ft (0.5
m) between camera and subject. Hold the camera so your hands or
other objects do not cover the light sensor.
(page 28).
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Problem Cause Solution
In Review mode, a blue screen is displayed instead of a picture.
Picture is not clear.
Slide show does not run on external video device.
Camera freezes up when a card is inserted or removed.
The picture has no thumbnail or an unrecognized thumbnail.
The lens is dirty. Clean the lens (page 98). Subject too close when
taking picture.
Subject or the camera moved while the picture was taken.
The subject is too far away for the flash to be effective.
Video Out setting is incorrect.
External device is set incorrectly.
Camera detected an error when the card was inserted or removed.
Transfer the picture to the computer (page 65), or delete the picture (page 43).
Move so there is at least 19.7 in. (50 cm) between the camera and the subject.
Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.
Move so there is no more than
12.8 ft (3.9 m) between the camera and the subject.
Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL,
page 59).
See the external device’s user’s guide.
Turn the camera off, then back on. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing a card.
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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.
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.
USB cable is not securely connected.
Software is not installed. Install the software
Software is installed incorrectly.
Too many applications are running on the computer.
The Battery Monitor or similar software runs constantly.
See this file on the EasyShare software CD: USB.html Or, go to:
www.kodak.com/go/ camerasupport.
See the Power Management section of the laptop user’s guide to disable this feature.
Connect cable to camera and computer port (page 65).
(page 61). 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.
Disconnect camera from the computer. Close all software applications, reconnect camera.
Close that software before starting the Kodak software.
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Problem Cause Solution
Cannot transfer pictures.
(The Add New Hardware Wizard cannot locate drivers.)
Software is not installed. Disconnect USB cable. (If using
Software is installed incorrectly.
camera dock, disconnect cable and remove camera from dock). Install EasyShare software (page 61).
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.

SD/MMC Cards and Internal Memory

Problem Cause Solution
The camera does not recognize SD/MMC card.
Camera freezes up when a card is inserted or removed.
The card may not be SD/MMC certified.
The card may be corrupt.
Card is not properly inserted in camera.
Camera detects an error when the card was inserted or removed.
Purchase a certified SD/MMC card.
Reformat the card (page 60). Caution: Formatting erases all
pictures and videos, including protected files.
Insert a card into the slot, then push to seat (page 11).
Turn the camera off, then back on. Make sure the camera is off when
inserting or removing a card.
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Problem Cause Solution
Memory card full
Storage is full. Transfer pictures and videos to the
The maximum number of files or folders is reached (or other directory concern).
computer, then delete them from the camera.
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.)

Camera Screen Messages

Message Cause Solution
No images to display There are no pictures
Memory card requires formatting
Memory card cannot be read (Please format memory card or insert another card)
in the current storage location.
The card is corrupted or formatted for another digital camera.
Change picture storage location setting (page 12).
Insert a new card or format the card (page 60).
Caution: Formatting erases all pictures and videos, including protected files.
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Message Cause Solution
Internal memory requires formatting
Internal memory cannot be read (Please format internal memory)
Remove USB cable in camera
Restart computer if needed
No memory card (Files not copied)
Not enough space to copy files (Files not copied)
Read-only memory card, change to internal memory to capture
The camera internal memory is corrupted.
USB cable is connected to camera.
There is no card in the camera. Pictures were not copied.
There is not enough space in the location you are copying to (internal memory or the card).
The card in the camera is write-protected.
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.)
Unplug the USB cable from the camera.
Insert a card (page 11).
Delete pictures from the location you are copying to (page 43), or insert a new card.
To take a picture, insert a new card or change storage location to internal memory (page 12).
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Message Cause Solution
Memory card is protected (Reset switch on memory card)
Memory card is locked (Insert new memory card)
Memory card is unusable (Insert new memory card)
Recording stopped. Record in internal memory (Card speed is slow)
Memory card is full (Cannot save album tagging)
Internal memory is full (Cannot save album tagging)
Memory card is full (Cannot save share tagging)
Internal memory is full (Cannot save share tagging)
Switch on card is in write-protect position.
The card is write-protected.
The card is slow, corrupted, or unreadable.
Card cannot be used to take videos.
There is no space remaining.
Reset the switch as shown on camera screen.
To take a picture, insert a new card or change storage location to internal memory (page 12).
Insert a new card (page 11).
Change storage location to internal memory (page 12). Use this card to take pictures only.
Insert a new card (page 11), transfer pictures (page 65), or delete pictures (page 43).
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Message Cause Solution
Date and time have been reset
High camera temperature. (Camera will be turned off.)
Memory card is full There is no more space
Internal memory card is full
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.
The internal temperature of the camera is too high for the camera to operate. The viewfinder light glows red and the camera turns off.
on the card in the camera.
There is no more space in the camera’s internal memory.
Reset the clock (page 8).
Leave the camera off for several minutes, then turn it back on.
If the message reappears, contact Customer Support (page 92).
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).
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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Message Cause Solution
Unrecognized file format
No address book on camera (Connect with computer to import address book)
No album names on camera (Connect with computer to import album names)
Camera error #XXXX. See user’s guide.
The camera cannot read the picture format.
Address book has not been copied to the camera from the computer.
Album names have not been copied to the camera from the computer.
An error is detected. Turn the Mode dial off,
Transfer the unreadable picture to the computer (page 65), or delete the picture (page 43).
Create and copy address book from computer. See EasyShare software Help.
Create and copy album names from computer. See EasyShare software Help.
then back on. If the message reappears, contact Customer Support (page 92).
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Camera Ready Light Status

Ready light
Status Cause Solution
Ready light does not turn on and the camera does not work.
Ready light glows steady green.
Ready light blinks green.
Camera is not turned on.
Battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery
Mode dial was on when battery was reloaded.
Camera is on; ready to take a picture or video.
Shutter button is pressed halfway down. Focus and exposure are set.
Picture is being processed and saved to the camera.
Camera is initializing.
Turn on the camera (page 6).
(page 72) or install a new one (page 4).
Turn Mode dial off, then back on.
Camera is operating normally.
Camera is operating normally.
Camera is operating normally.
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