Kodak DC290 Zoom User Guide

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Table of Contents

1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Camera Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Camera Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Camera Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Camera Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Camera Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Softkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Mode Dial and Four-Way Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Your Status LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Exposure Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Picture Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Pictures Remaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Advanced Capture Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

IrDA (Infrared) Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Understanding Quality and Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Removable Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Inserting the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Removing the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Understanding Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using the Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Battery Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

2 Taking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Turning the Camera On or Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Setting the Camera to Capture Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Previewing a Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Capturing Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Setting Flash, Exposure Compensation, Picture Type, and Quality . . . . 22

Setting the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Using Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Digital Zooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Defining the Capture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Picture Type Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Album Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

White Balance Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Watermark Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Advanced Exposure Modes Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Advanced Focus Mode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Preferences Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Capture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Camera Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using Scripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Loading Scripts onto a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Choosing a Script on the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adding Sound to a Picture in Quickview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

3 Reviewing Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Setting the Camera to Review Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Reviewing Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Viewing the Remaining Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Setting Review Mode Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Overlay Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Slide Show Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Video Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playback Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Format Card Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Print Order Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Marking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Placing Marked Pictures in an Album . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Creating a New Album in Review Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Protecting Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Copying Marked Pictures from Camera to Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Using On-Camera Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Loading On-Camera Applications onto a Memory Card . . . . . . . 48

Selecting an On-Camera Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Opening Albums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Expanding and Collapsing Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Adding Sound to Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Deleting a Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Deleting Multiple Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Playing Sound, Bursts, and Time-lapse Sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Magnifying Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Viewing Pictures on Your Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

4 Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Windows-based System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

KODAK Software for Windows-Based Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Software Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Loading KODAK Software on Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Macintosh System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Software Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Loading KODAK Software on Macintosh Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Copying KODAK Plug-In Acquire files to a Plug-In Folder . . . . . . . 62

5 Connecting Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Checking for USB Support on Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Connecting Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Starting the KODAK Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Opening KODAK Software for Windows-Based Computers . . . . . . 66

KODAK Digital Camera (Mounter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

KODAK Digital Camera (TWAIN Acquire) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

KODAK Digital Camera (Properties) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

KODAK Pictures Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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Opening KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers . . . . . . . . . . . 67

KODAK Digital Camera (Mounter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

KODAK Digital Camera (Plug-In Acquire) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

KODAK Digital Camera (Tools) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

KODAK Digital Camera (Control Panel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

KODAK Pictures Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Folder and File Naming Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Naming Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Naming Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Picture Naming Using Absolute Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Picture Naming Using Relative Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Naming Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Locating Pictures on the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

6 Tips and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

General Maintenance and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Connecting With Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Monitor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Tips for Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

7 Where to Get Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Software Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Faxed Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

8 Warranty and Regulatory Information

Warranty Time Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Warranty Repair Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Application Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

How to Obtain Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

FCC Compliance and Advisory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Canadian DOC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

1 Getting Started

This chapter presents an overview of the camera buttons, displays, and hardware features.

Introduction

The KOD AK DC290 Zoom Digital Camera (DC290) takes great pictures without using film. Here are some of the things that you can do:

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Take pictures and immediately view them on the color camera display, your TV, or your computer.

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Take Burst (quickly in succession) and Time-lapse (a series of shots over an extended period of time) pictures.

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Add sound to a picture.

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Organize your pictures in electronic photo albums on the camera.

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Transfer your pictures to your computer and then e-mail them to family and friends.

Camera Features

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Built-in flash with red-eye reduction.

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An easy-to-use status display of camera settings.

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Removable and reusable memory card.

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Fast picture transfer to your USB-compatible computer.

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A 3x optical, 2x digital zoom lens to zoom in on subjects.

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JPEG and uncompressed TIFF file formats for image capture.

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Ultra setting to give you 2240 x 1500 interpolated picture resolution.

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Scripts and applications that simplify camera set-up and usage.

Camera Front

Shutter

Flash

Light sensor

Self-timer light

IrDA (Infrared) transceiver

Battery door

emory card

door

Camera Top

Scroll

Select

Viewfinde

Flash senso

Lens

Auto Focus sensor

Shutter

Self-time

Power

Status LCD

Camera Back

Viewfinder Display button

Microphone

Menu button

Ready light

Zoom

Color LCD screen

Audio LED Audio volume

Audio Record

xternal flash

V ideo and Audio Out

USB

Camera Bottom

AC adapter

Mode dial

Tripod socket

Softkeys

Four-way controller

Product information data plate

Camera Specifications

DC290

Pixel Resolution CCD

Ultra High Medium

Standard Color Picture File Format Picture Storage

Viewfinder ASA/ISO Sensitivity Flash Range Wide

Te lePhoto Lens Type

Maximum

Aperture

Zoom

Focal Len gth

Auto Focus Wide/TelePhoto:

Manual Focus Wide/TelePhoto: Power Batteries

DC Input

Tripod Socket Video Out Dimensions Width

Length

Height Weight Operating Temperature

1901 x 1212=2.3 millions of pixels (total number of pixels)

2240 x 1500=3,360,000 1792 x 1200=2,150,400 1440 x 960=1,382,400 720 x 480=345,600 24-bit, millions of colors Exif version 2.1 (JPEG base) or TIFF External memory only: ATA compatible

CompactFlash card Real image 100

1.6 ft to 13.1 ft (0.5 to 4.0 m)

1.6 ft to 8.2 ft (0.5 to 2.5 m Optical quality glass

F/3

Wide: Te lePhoto:

6X:

38.4 to 115.2 mm (equivalent to 35mm camera) 8 to 24 mm (actual)

AA size 1.5-volt alkaline, or AA size

1.2-volt Ni-MH rechargeable AC Adapter for KODAK DC200 Series

Digital Cameras .25 in. (.006 m) threaded NTSC or PAL

4.6 in. (118 mm)

2.5 in. (63 mm)

4.2 in. (106 mm)

1.2 lbs (525 g) without batteries 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C)

F/4.7

3X Optical zoom 2X Digital zoom

1.0 ft (0.3 m) to infinity

1.6 ft (0.5 m) to infinity

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Softkeys

Your camera has three “softkeys.” A softkey is a button whose function changes according to what is displayed above it. For example, in the Capture mode, the following screen can be displayed:

Softkeys

In this case, pressing the left softkey enters the Advanced Focus Modes. When presented with a different screen display, pressing this softkey can perform an entirely different function.

Mode Dial and Four-Way Controller

The mode dial allows you to choose from four camera modes:

Capture

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Review

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Connect

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Info

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The four-way controller arrows allo w you to move through the camera menus and icons, and to scroll through your pictures.

—to take beautiful digital pictures

—to view, edit, and organize your pictures

—to connect your camera to your computer

—to display information about your camera firmware

Your Status LCD

A display on the top of the camera shows the current settings. The following subsections briefly describe each entry . For information on ho w to define settings through the Capture mode, see page 24.

The camera must be turned on and in the Capture mode to view and interact with this display.

Exposure Compensation

Red-Eye

Picture Type

Quality

Flash

Battery Status

Manual Mode

Flash

IrDA (Infrared) Communication

Self-Timer

Pictures Remaining

Your camera is equipped with a built-in flash that offers a red-eye reduction feature. The flash has an effective range of approximately 1.6 to 13 ft (0.5 to 4.0 m). There are four Flash settings:

—fires the flash automatically when you press the Shutter button

Auto

and the camera determines that there is not enough light.

Red-eye

—determines that there is not enough light, and fires the flash once when you press the Shutter button to reduce the chance of red eye, and then flashes a second time 600 milliseconds later when the picture is taken.

—fires the flash every time you press the Shutter button. Use this

Fill

setting when the lighting is poor or when your subject is lit from behind.

—turns off the flash.

Off

Exposure Compensation

In very large rooms, under low light, you may achieve better results by turning the flash off entirely, or by utilizing the flash sync capability with an external flash unit.

While in Capture mode, the camera exposure can be adjusted from -2.0 to +2.0 exposure value (EV) in 0.5 EV increments.

If your pictures are:

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correctly exposed—maintain the AUTO default setting, which will automatically choose the correct exposure for the lighting conditions.

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too dark—increase (+) the exposure compensation setting.

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too light—decrease (-) the exposure compensation setting.

Picture Type

The Picture T ype icon changes to indicate the type of picture you are taking. This setting can be changed through the Scroll and Select buttons or through the

Picture Type menu. See page 25. There are three picture types:

Still

—(the default) takes a single still picture. Whenever you turn the

camera on, this is the selected picture type.

Burst

—takes a series of pictures in quick succession.

Time-lapse

each picture. You can set the time delay through the Picture Type screen.

—takes a series of pictures with a time delay between

Pictures Remaining

The Pictures Remaining icon changes automatically to indicate the remaining number of pictures that can be stored at the current quality and resolution setting. This is a display-only icon. You cannot select or change it.

The pictures remaining number does not always change when a picture is taken if the picture content is easily compressed.

When the card memory is full, the status display indicates Full. You must delete existing pictures or change the memory card to take additional pictures. For more information on how to delete pictures, see page 52.

Advanced Capture Mode

The camera has two Advanced Capture modes, the external flash and the longtime modes. For details see “Advanced Exposure Modes Settings” on page 29.

External flash mode

external flash sync to provide flash. You can set the camera aperture setting (or f/stop). The default aperture setting is 5.6.

Long-time mode

get proper exposure within the current ambient lighting environment. You set the exposure time between 0.5 and 16 seconds in 0.5-second increments.

Self-Timer

The Self-timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and when the picture is taken. This allows enough time for you to include yourself in the picture. For details see “Setting the Self-Timer” on page 22.

—disables the built-in flash and uses the

—disables the flash when taking long exposures to

IrDA (Infrared) Communication

In a camera-to-camera connection in the Review mode, two cameras can communicate with each other through an IrDA connection. The IrDA Communication icon appears and changes to indicate the state of the communication with its IrDA partner camera. For details see “Copying Marked Pictures from Camera to Camera” on page 47.

nitiating communication

I been initiated.

Searching for communication partner (Blinking)

camera is looking for an IrDA communication partner.

—indicates IrDA communication has

—indicates the

Communicating

IrDA partner. The alphanumeric display also indicates the number of pictures that have yet to be transmitted.

Communication timed out (Blinking)

caused the communication to time-out. The icon continues to blink until you respond to the LCD dialog or turn off the camera.

—indicates the camera is communicating with its

—indicates a problem has

Batteries

The battery power icon changes automatically. It is a display-only icon, you cannot select or change it.

—indicates the batteries are fully charged.

Full

—indicates the batteries need to be replaced.

Low

Blinking

be replaced.

—indicates the batteries are insufficient to run the camera and need to

Battery life is rapidly reduced when Preview or Review modes are in use. Pictures stored on the memory card are not lost if the batteries are depleted.

Your camera uses four AA batteries for power. For your con v enience, tw o sets of batteries are included with your camera; four alkaline batteries, and four Ni-MH rechargeable batteries with a battery charger. The alkaline batteries are provided so you can start using your camera immediately. The rechargeable batteries need to be charged before using them in the camera.

WARNING: Do not mix different types of batteries in the camera.

Installing the Batteries

Open the battery door.

Slide the inside battery cover toward the back of

the camera and then lift it away from the camera.

Insert the batteries as indicated on the battery

cover. Close and lock the inside battery cover and

battery door.

Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time. This will extend the battery life and prevent camera damage from battery leaks or corrosion. If the batteries are removed from the camera for more than a few days, the date and time will be deleted and must be reset.

When using batteries, limit the continuous operation of the color LCD for previewing pictures to less than 20 minutes. This is particularly true with Lithium batteries. Previewing pictures requires a signif icant electrical current, which o ver time could cause your batteries to heat up significantly. Should your camera become too hot inside, it is designed with protective circuitry to turn itself off. You should allow sufficient time for the camera to cool before turning it on again. Consider using an AC Adapter for K OD AK DC200 Series Digital Cameras when using Preview mode for extended periods. Always follow your battery manufacturer directions fully.

Quality

You can set your camera to take pictures with a Good, Better, Best, and Uncompressed Quality setting. The Quality setting indicates how much the picture is compressed to save space on the memory card. The pictures are captured in a JPEG file format, except for the Uncompressed Quality setting, which captures the picture in an uncompressed TIFF file format. With the uncompressed TIFF file format, the file size is very large, and takes up a large amount of space on the memory card.

When taking pictures, you can switch freely among the four settings. However, with the Uncompressed setting, Ultra Resolution is not available. The number of pictures the camera is able to store varies accordingly. The Quality and Resolution settings combine to dictate how many pictures you can store on your memory card. For information on setting camera resolution, see “Picture Type Settings” on page 25. The four Quality settings are:

Uncompressed (Uncmp)

image with no compression, in a TIFF file format. Produces better image quality for certain scenes when making large prints. Please note that the image file size is very large, and can extend computer downloading times.

—which should be used when image quality is very important.

Best

Ideal for everyday picture-taking.

—which should be used for standard quality picture taking

Better

and to store a large number of pictures.

—which should be used to store the greatest number of

Good

pictures on the memory card and for images you plan to use online. This setting has the most compression and provides the least image quality.

—which should be used when you want an

Understanding Quality and Resolution

Keep in mind that with your camera you are generally going to get beautiful digital pictures. But based on two factors, resolution and compression, some pictures will be of a higher quality than others.

Instead of film, the camera places your pictures on a memory card. These pictures are made up of pixels. The more pixels you have (or the better the resolution) the more space you use on the memory card.

To save space, you can compress each picture. When a picture is compressed, some color and detail information is discarded. More compression means a lower quality picture. Less compression means a better quality picture.

Together, compression (or quality) and resolution dictate how many pictures you can fit on your memory card.

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If the quality of your pictures is most important, use the Uncompressed (no compression) or Best (little compression) Quality setting and High resolution. You may want to do this if you are printing your pictures on a high-quality printer.

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If space on your memory card is most important, use the Good or Better Quality setting (which results in more compression) and Standard resolution. You may want to do this if you are using your pictures on a Web page.

Remember that resolution and quality are two different things. Resolution is the number of pixels in the picture. Quality is how much you compress them.

Removable Memory Card

The camera uses a removable memory card, also referred to as a CompactFlash or KODAK Picture Card, for storing your pictures. The camera cannot take pictures without the memory card. You can erase or protect the picture data on the card and then reuse it. To reformat a memory card, see page 42.

The removable memory card contains no moving parts. It stores information and retains it when the card is removed from your camera or until you either delete it or reformat the card. Normal magnetic interference and airport x-rays do not harm the stored information.

The KODAK Picture Card is furnished with your camera. Additional memory cards are available from dealers of KODAK products or from our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. Any standard CompactFlash card that is “CF” certified will function properly.

Inserting the Memory Card

1 2

Open the memory card door. Insert the memory card so that the:

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pin-connector edge of the card enters the camera first

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small lip on the memory card is toward the front of the camera

Close the door.

Removing the Memory Card

Open the memory card door.

Flip the memory card Release button so it

protrudes out from the side of the camera.

WARNING: Do not press the Release button if the red LED under the button is on or blinking. Ejecting the card while this LED is on can result in the loss of all data on the card.

Press Release to release the memory card from

the camera. Pull the memory card out of the camera.

Power Management

You can use batteries or an AC Adapter for KODAK DC200 Series Digital Cameras to power your camera. To conserve power, the camera has a sleep mode.

Understanding Sleep Mode

After a specified period of inactivity, the camera enters sleep mode by turning the color LCD off. You use the Capture Preferences menu to set the amount of time before entering sleep mode. For details, see “Sleep Time-out” on page 31.

To reactivate your camera from the sleep mode:

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In the Review mode, press Display.

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In the Capture mode, use the Zoom control or the Shutter button as you normally would to take a picture.

Using the AC Adapter

The AC Adapter for KODAK DC200 Series Digital Cameras, which is an optional accessory, allows you to connect your camera to a standard electrical outlet. This is especially useful when you are transferring pictures to your computer or using video-out mode. The adapter powers the camera, but does not charge the batteries. The AC Adapter for KODAK DC200 Series Digital Cameras are available from dealers of KODAK products, or from our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

WARNING: Only use the AC Adapter for KODAK DC200 Series Digital Cameras. Use of any other adapter can void the warranty and can cause camera failure, fire, electric shock, or injury.

Insert the AC adapter into the AC power adapter

connection on the side of your camera. Connect the other end of the adapter into a power

outlet. Turn on the camera.

The Battery icon does not appear on the Status Display when an AC Adapter for KODAK DC200 Series Digital Cameras is used.

Using the Battery Charger

To ensure that you have a constant supply of freshly charged batteries, a battery charger and four AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are provided. These batteries need to be charged before using and take up to eight hours to fully charge. So that you are always prepared to take pictures, it is a good idea to have one set of rechargeable batteries in the camera, and an extra set charged, ready for use. You can purchase additional KODAK Ni-MH Rechar geable Batteries as an accessory. For details about available accessories, ask a dealer of KODAK products, or visit our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

Verify that you are loading Ni-MH

rechargeable batteries.

This charger is for charging Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries only, with a maximum of 4 cells, and a maximum charge of 1450mAH.

Do not attempt to charge nonrechargeable batteries.

Align the positive and negative ends of the

batteries with the positive and negativ e contact points in the charger, respectively.

Insert the batteries into the charger until the

batteries snap in place.

Plug the charger into a power outlet.

Depending on where you live, some battery chargers are supplied with power plugs that are not attached to the char ger. If you have that type of charger, use the plug that matches your power outlet.

Verify that the charge indicator lights on the

charger turn on. If the lights do not turn on, verify that the batteries are inserted correctly.

Batteries are fully charged when the charge indicator lights on the charger turn off, or after 8 hours of charging.

Unplug the charger and remove the batteries

when charging is complete.

Battery Guidelines

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Kodak recommends KODAK PHOTOLIFE AA Alkaline Batteries, or KODAK PHOTOLIFE AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries for use in the camera.

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Remove the batteries when the camera is stored for extended periods of time.

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Always follow your battery manufacturer’s directions fully. Do not attempt to disassemble, short circuit, or subject the battery to high temperature or fire.

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Your camera has been designed to operate correctly using a variety of AA-size batteries currently available. These include 1.5-volt alkaline and rechargeable 1.2-volt Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH).

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Replace all batteries of a set at the same time. New batteries should not be mixed with used ones. Do not mix rechargeable and nonrechargeable batteries. Do not mix alkaline or Ni-MH types of batteries. Do not mix different grades or brands of batteries. Failure to observe this precaution may result in some batteries in a set being driven beyond their normal exhaust point and increase their possibility of leakage.

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NOT ALL BATTERIES ARE CREATED EQUAL! Battery life depends significantly on age, usage conditions, type, brand, and camera. Digital camera requirements are very demanding on batteries. Not all batteries perform well under these challenging conditions. In Kodak lab tests, Ni-MH rechargeable batteries delivered the best results in a variety of conditions. Ni-MH batteries are designed for high-demand devices, such as digital cameras, and do not exhibit the “memory” effects seen with other rechargeable technologies.

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If you elect to use alkaline batteries in your camera, you will obtain better performance from “photo-flash grade” alkaline batteries, such as KOD AK PHOTOLIFE Alkaline Batteries. These types of batteries last more than twice as long in digital cameras as ordinary alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable, do not attempt to recharge them in the battery charger.

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When using your camera on battery power, we recommend you limit continuous LCD Preview or Re view to less than 20-minutes per session. If you are using the camera for longer periods, it is recommended that you do so with the camera powered by the AC adapter.

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When disposing of batteries, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and all federal, state, and local regulations. Kodak suggests customers take advantage of any community battery recycling programs that may exist in your area. Contact your local waste remover or recycler for details.

Caution Hot Surface

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When removing batteries, allow to cool before touching, since the batteries may be hot.

Battery Charger Tips

For charging Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries only, with a maximum of 4 cells, and a maximum charge of 1450mAH.

Do not charge nonrechargeable batteries.

Endast för att ladda Ni-Cd eller Ni-MH batterier, med maximalt 4 celler och en maximal laddning av 1450mAH.

terladda inte batterier som inte är laddningsbara.

2 Taking Pictures

This chapter provides information to help you take great pictures. Y ou can simply turn on the camera, position the Mode dial to Capture, and start taking pictures. However, you may want to change some of the default settings. This chapter also provides the instructions for defining these settings.

Turning the Camera On or Off

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To turn on the camera, press the Power button.

The green Ready light on the back of the camera blinks for approximately 6 seconds until the camera is ready to take pictures.

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To turn off the camera, press the Power button and hold for at least one full second.

This built-in delay prevents you from accidentally turning off the camera.

If the camera is turned off while a picture is being processed, the camera retracts the lens immediately and finishes processing the picture before turning off.

Setting the Camera to Capture Mode

Turn the Mode dial to Capture. The lens extends to the default picture-taking

position. You cannot take pictures without a memory

card in the camera. If you enter the Capture mode without a memory card in the camera, the status LCD flashes the message “NO CARD.”

If the camera goes into sleep mode to conserve power, the word “CARD” remains on the status LCD.

Previewing a Picture

If you want to see what a picture looks like before you take it, you can preview the image on the color LCD.

Press the Display button.

The color LCD on the back of the camera displays a live image.

Capturing Pictures

Taking any kind of picture, Still, Burst, or Time-lapse is basically the same. The only difference is the amount of time you hold down the Shutter button. For fast camera response and to ensure sharp pictures without blurring due to camera motion, press and hold the Shutter button halfway down until the green Ready light illuminates. Then, press the Shutter button the rest of the way to take the picture. You do not need to hold the camera still while the green Ready light is blinking. You are not able to take another picture until it stops blinking.

Place the subject in the viewfinder, or turn

on Preview (page 20) and use the LCD to frame your subject.

Press the Shutter button.

If you have the Quickview setting turned on, the camera displays the picture on the color LCD and saves it to the memory card.

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For Still pictures, press and release the Shutter button.

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For Burst pictures, hold down the Shutter button for as long as you w ant to take pictures.

The camera stops taking pictures when the available memory is used or when you release the Shutter button. The resolution and quality of your pictures, set in the Burst picture settings, dictate how quickly the memory is consumed. See page 25 for more information.

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For Time-lapse pictures, press and release the Shutter button.

The camera takes pictures at the interval set in the Time-lapse picture settings. It continues to take pictures until you press the Shutter button again, press Stop, or until the maximum number of pictures set in the Time-lapse pictur e settings is taken. See page 25 for mor e information. If you set a long interval between Time-lapse pictures, the camera appears to turn itself off to save batteries. It turns itself back on to take the next picture.

If you are taking Burst or Time-lapse pictures, the color LCD displays the picture after the last picture in the series is taken. You can only record sound when the picture sequence is complete and the last picture is displayed.

Setting Flash, Exposure Compensation, Picture Type, and Quality

You set the Flash, Exposure Compensation, Picture Type, and Quality settings using the Scroll and Select buttons located on top of the camera.

—see page 6.

Flash

Exposure Compensation

page 7.

—see

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Setting the Self-Timer

Press Timer once to activate the self-timer. The self-timer is deactivated after the picture is

taken. For more information, see page 8.

Picture Type

page 7.

Quality

Set the Mode dial to Capture. Press Scroll to scroll through the first four

functions on the Status display: Flash, Exposure, Picture Type, and Quality.

When the function you want to change is flashing, press Select to toggle through the choices for the active function.

The new selection takes effect if you press Scroll again to move to another function or if you do not press a button for 5 seconds.

—see

—see page 12.

Using Zoom

There are two types of zooming. Optical zooming uses the lens to produce quality pictures. Digital zooming continues the zooming process but reduces the quality of the picture. The camera is equipped with an optical zoom lens that lets you zoom in from Wide Angle (38 mm) to TelePhoto (115 mm).

Move the Zoom button to adjust the lens.

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Move the button to the right (toward

elephoto) to zoom in on your

subject.

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Move it to the left (toward Wide angle) to zoom away from your subject.

Digital Zooming

Digital zooming allows you to zoom in on a subject beyond the range provided by the optical zoom lens. Digital zooming crops the digital picture and resizes the new cropped picture to the size of the selected resolution. The viewfinder cannot accurately depict a subject that is digitally zoomed. You must use the color LCD

to preview the subject.

Press Display to turn on the color LCD.

Move and hold the Zoom switch all the

way to the right (toward T) to zoom to the maximum optical range.

Release the Zoom switch, then move it to

the right again and hold it. View the subject through the color LCD.

The color LCD displays an icon indicating that digital zoom is in effect.

Press the Shutter button to take the

picture.

Digital zoom is disabled when you press Display to turn off the color LCD.

Defining the Capture Settings

You can use the default settings or you can define settings using the Capture mode menus. Capture mode settings affect only future pictures, they cannot be used to alter pictures you have already taken. The Capture mode preferences are divided into the following categories:

Picture Type

page 25.

Album

White Balance

page 27.

Watermark

page 28.

As a first step in adjusting the Capture mode settings through the menus, you need to display the Capture mode settings screen on the color LCD.

—see

—see page 26.

—see

Advanced Exposure

—see page 29.

Modes

Advanced Focus

—see page 30.

Mode

Preferences

page 31.

Script

Press the Menu button.

The Capture mode settings screen appears with the Picture Type icon selected.

Press to highlight the icon you want to adjust.

—see

—see page 33.

Some icons do not appear on the initial screen.

Adjust the appropriate settings. Refer to the

page number listed above for information about each setting.

When you are satisfied with all your

settings, press Done.

The following subsections assume that you have turned on the camera, entered the Capture mode, and pressed Menu to display the Capture mode settings.

Picture Type Settings

There are three Picture T ype settings which allow you to select the type of picture and then define the picture characteristics. The Picture Type setting is where you select the camera resolution for pictures. Picture Type settings can also be set through the Status LCD. For details, see “Picture Type” on page 7. The three Picture Type settings are:

Still

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—pictures are your normal digital photographs.

Burst

—pictures are a series of photographs taken in quick succession.

In Burst mode, Medium and Standard resolutions can appear less sharp than in a Still Picture Type setting.

Time-lapse

between each picture.

—pictures are a series of photographs taken with a time delay

Press to highlight the type of picture

you want to select and define.

A checkmark appears to indicate the selected picture type

Press Enter.

The settings for the picture type appear.

Highlight the particular setting you want to

specify.

Each Picture Type setting has different options that are adjustable through the Picture Type menu.

Press

the options for each setting. Use the list below to select a Resolution.

Ultra

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pixels.

High

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pixels.

Medium

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pixels.

Standard

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pixels.

to scroll through and select

—picture size is 2240x1500

—picture size is 1792x1200

—picture size is 1440x960

—picture size is 720x480

Album Settings

Album settings let you specify the album in which pictures will be stored on the memory card. All future pictures are stored in the selected album until you change the setting or turn off the camera.

Press to highlight one of the following:

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No Album

pictures in an album.

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New Album

new album. The New Album Name screen appears. Press to select a

character. Press to add the selected character to the name. Add additional characters until you have spelled the name you want using a maximum of 8 characters. When you are satisfied with the name, press Done to return to the Album Settings screen.

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An existing album name

pictures in the album you select.

Press Select, then Done.

To remove an album, highlight it and then press Dissolve. The album is removed, but its pictures are retained outside the album. When you turn the camera off, the setting returns to No Album.

—does not store your

—allows you to create a

—stores your

White Balance Settings

White Balance settings adjust the color balance to remove the color cast that the current lighting conditions add.

Press to highlight the type of white

balance you want to use.

Automatic

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variety of lighting conditions. This is the default.

Daylight

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Fluorescent

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fluorescent light.

Tungsten

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incandescent light.

Off

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—applies no white balance

adjustment.

Press Select.

—takes pictures under a

—takes pictures outdoors.

—takes pictures under

—takes pictures under normal

Watermark Settings

Watermark settings allow you to place a date, time, text, or logo watermark on the pictures you take. Watermarks will only appear on future pictures, and you can see them on pictures in the Review mode when the full resolution picture

appears. You cannot see watermarks on thumbnail pictures.

Press to highlight the type of

watermark you want.

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Press Select.

Press to set each of the fields.

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—no watermark appears.

None Date and Time

Watermark screen appears. You can specify to use the date, time, or both.

—the Text Watermark screen

Text

appears. Select the text watermark and then Edit to change the text.

—the Logo Watermark screen

Logo

appears. Select the logo watermark and press Edit to change the logo. If a file (.lgo) exceeds 512 KB, it does not appear as an option on the Logo Watermark screen.

—the Date & Time

Left offset

left side of the color LCD to place the watermark.

Top offset

top of the LCD to place the watermark.

—the distance in from the

—the distance down from the

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Transparency

transparency for the watermark.

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Text color

watermark.

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Background color

watermark background.

When you are satisfied with the settings,

press Done.

—the level of

—the color of the text in the

—the color of the

Advanced Exposure Modes Settings

Advanced Exposure Modes settings allow you to select four exposure modes:

Programmed AE

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which selects the appropriate flash and aperture setting.

Long-Time Exposure

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long-time exposure is necessary to obtain a proper exposure within the current ambient lighting environment. You set the exposure time between

0.5 and 16 seconds in 0.5 second increments.

Exposure Lock

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consistent exposure setting. The Exposure Lock setting is determined by the Flash, Exposure Compensation, Programmed AE, White Balance, Focus, and Picture Type settings. When activated, an Exposure Lock icon appears in the LCD with the picture. Exposure Lock is cancelled if any of these settings are changed or if the camera is turned off.

External Flash

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provide the flash. You can set the camera aperture (or f/stop). The default aperture setting is 5.6.

—uses the programmed automatic exposure setting

—disables the flash as it is assumed that a

—locks the exposure to give a series of pictures a

—disables the flash and uses the external flash sync to

Press to highlight the type of advanced

exposure mode you want to use.

Programmed AE

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automatic exposure setting is used.

—the programmed

Long-Time Exposure

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Long-Time Setup screen appears. Press

to set the exposure time.

Exposure Lock

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now to lock settings” screen appears.

External Flash

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Setup screen appears. Press the aperture.

If you set a new aperture or exposure time, it appears on the status LCD.

Press Select.

Press Done.

—the

—The “Take a picture

—the External Flash

to set

Advanced Focus Mode Settings

The Advanced Focus Mode settings allow you to select one of the following:

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Multi-Spot Auto Focus

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Single-Spot Auto Focus

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Manual Focus

Press to highlight the type of advanced

focus mode you want to use.

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Multi-Spot Auto Focus

uses a multi-spot focus algorithm which determines the focus position using three positions in the field of view.

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Single-Spot Auto Focus

uses a single-spot focus algorithm which determines the focus position using the subject in the center of the field of view.

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Manual Focus

Setup screen appears that allows you to specify the focus position. Press

to set the focus distance.

Press Select.

Press Done.

—the Manual Focus

—the camera

Preferences Settings

The Preferences settings are Capture, Date and Time, and Camera Name.

Capture

Press to select the particular setting you

want to change.

Quickview

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taken for a duration of 0.5 - 30 seconds.

Auto Rotate

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automatically in response to a sensor that determines the orientation of the camera and rotates pictures to a vertical plane. If you are above the subject with the lens perpendicular to the floor the Auto Rotate should be Off.

System Sounds

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when a picture is taken and alert sounds when an error occurs.

Sleep Time-out

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minutes the camera sits inactive with the color LCD on before it goes into a power conservation mode. In the sleep mode, the color LCD turns off, the Status Display on the top of the camera remains on, and you can take a picture.

—displays the picture just

—rotates pictures

—plays shutter sounds

—sets the number of

Remote Shutter

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a shutter release cable connected to the camera USB port. The shutter release cable is available as an accessory. For details see a dealer of KODAK products, or visit our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

Press to change each setting.

When you are satisfied with the settings,

press Done.

Pressing Default restores the default Capture Preference values.

—takes pictures using

Date and Time

Press to change the value for the highlighted field.

Press to move from one field to another.

Press Format to select a date/time format.

The Date and Time Format screen appears.

Press to highlight the date and time format you want to use.

Press Select to accept, or Exit to return to the Date and Time screen without changes.

When you are satisfied with the settings, press Done.

Camera Name

When you name the camera, it is included in the header of each picture file.

Press the left softkey to select the type of character set you want to choose from:

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capital letters

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lower case letters

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numbers

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symbols

Press to select a character.

Press to add the selected character to the name.

Add additional characters until you have spelled the name you want using a

maximum of 32 characters. Press to backspace and press the center softkey to add a space to the name.

When you are satisfied with the name, press Done.

Using Scripts

Scripts are electronic files on the camera memory card that automate routine camera operations and extend camera functions. When a memory card containing a script is placed in your camera, the script appears as an option in either the Capture or Review modes. The Scripts option is not displayed unless a script is on the memory card.

There are several sample script files available either preloaded on the memory card or on the CD-ROM that comes with your camera. Scripts on the CD-ROM are located in the Extras/English/Camera Scripts directory . Additional scripts and information can be found at www.kodak.com/go/dc290. The DC290 camera supports DIGITA Scripts.

If you’re familiar with spreadsheet macro language or software programming, you’ll find scripts easy to write. You can create your own scripts using the Script Developer Kit that is available from the Kodak Developer Relations Group at www.kodak.com/go/drg.

Loading Scripts onto a Memory Card

Scripts must be loaded into the System folder of your memory card to be accessible. The script icon appears only when a script is present on your current memory card. It is possible for multiple script icons to appear.

You should copy the scripts to all the cards you plan to use in the DC290 camera. WARNING: If you reformat a card, everything is deleted, including the scripts

and protected pictures.

T o load scripts, use K ODAK Digital Camera Software (Mounter) / for DC290, or use a CF card reader to copy scripts to the System folder on the memory card.

For a description of available scripts, or to download scripts, visit our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/dc290. The following is an example of a script included on the CD:

Name Filename Purpose

Exposure Bracket EXPBRCK.CSM Prompts you to take 3 captures of the same

subject at different exposure values to get the best picture under difficult lighting conditions.

Choosing a Script on the Camera

Press to choose the script you want to execute.

The Kodak Script screen may display a different list of scripts, depending on what is loaded on the memory card.

Press Start.

Any steps that follow depend on the chosen script. The chosen script can begin running or a screen containing subscripts can appear.

To stop an active script, press Stop Script.

When you let the script run to completion or you stop the script by pressing Stop Script, the camera resets to the original settings.

Adding Sound to a Picture in Quickview

After taking a picture with Quickview turned on, you can attach up to two minutes of recorded sound to the picture. Once the picture disappears from Quickview, you must enter the Review mode to record sound.

While the color LCD displays the picture

you have taken, press and release Record or press and hold Record.

The flashing microphone icon appears in the top overlay bar along with a timer indicating how long you have been recording sound.

You have up to two minutes to record. The green ready light blinks when three seconds of recording time remains, then the camera automatically stops recording.

To manually stop recording, press the

Record button, or release Record.

Delete, Overlay, and Play appear on the bottom of the screen.

If you press Record a second time, you are given the option to delete the existing sound and record new sound for the picture.

Press one of the following.

Delete

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—gives the option of deleting both the picture and sound, or just the sound.

Overlay

displays the functions and icons on the LCD in Capture mode.

Play

—turns off the Overlay, which

—plays the recorded sound.

3 Reviewing Your Pictures

Did you have your thumb over the lens? Did someone have their eyes closed? Should you take one more picture before you let your kids take those ties off? With film, you’ll know as soon as you get your pictures processed. With the camera in the Review mode, you’ll know instantly.

Review mode allows you to:

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View pictures as thumbnails on a portion of the color LCD.

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View the amount of unused memory on the memory card.

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Delete one or all pictures from the memory card.

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View pictures from the camera on your television.

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Protect pictures from accidental deletion.

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View and magnify pictures on the full color LCD.

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Play back sound, Bursts, and Time-lapse sequences.

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Reformat your memory card.

Setting the Camera to Review Mode

Turn the Mode dial to Review.

The last picture taken appears on the color LCD in a full screen view.

Pressing Display toggles between the thumbnail and full screen views.

Filmstrip of pictures stored on memory card

Memory bar displaying space left on card and current picture position.

Highlighted picture from filmstrip

Picture information

Overlay

Album name (if present)

Reviewing Pictures

You can view your pictures one at a time on a full screen, or you can view them one at a time in a continuous scroll, or in a fast scroll on a filmstrip screen.

Set the Mode dial to Review.

Press Display to toggle between full screen

and filmstrip screen views on the LCD. To review your pictures:

one at a time

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As you scroll through the pictures a clock icon appears on the LCD as the picture is refreshed on the screen.

in a continuous scroll

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in a fast scroll



and after several pictures have scrolled by and the left softkey is labelled FASTER, hold the left softkey while still holding down the arrow button.

Continuous and fast scroll functions only work when you are reviewing pictures on the filmstrip. As you release the buttons, the selected picture on the filmstrip is highlighted and displayed as a thumbnail.

—press and release .

—press and hold

Viewing the Remaining Memory

The Review screen displays the amount of memory remaining on the card.

Memory Filled Status

The memory bar gives two different indications about memory. The Memory Filled Status indicator shows the amount of used memory (in blue) and the amount of available memory (in white). As you scroll through your pictures, the Picture Location Indicator moves to represent the position of the current picture on the memory card.

Picture Location Indicator

Available memory

Setting Review Mode Preferences

The Review mode preferences allo w you to select specific settings for this mode. Review mode preferences include:

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Overlay

softkey functions when reviewing pictures.

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Slide show

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Video-out



Playback

are displayed during full-screen playback



Format card

in other digital cameras.

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Print order

Select print quantities, and create an index print (thumbnails of the pictures on the memory card) for printing to a KODAK Picture Maker System. Certain printers that accept memory cards can also use the Print Order feature.

—display on the LCD the frame number, date and time, and

—setup a slide show from the camera.

—select either NTSC or PAL video signals

—specify how quickly Burst, Time-lapse, and Album pictures

—format and erase all information on a memory card for use

—setup printing instructions for pictures on the memory card.

Press Menu.

The Review Mode Settings screen appears.

Press to highlight the Review Preference

icon. Press to highlight the preference

category you want to set.

Press Enter.

Refer to the following subsections for

information about each preference category.

Press Done to save your settings.

The color LCD returns to the thumbnail or full screen.

Overlay Preferences

Use the Overlay preferences to turn the overlay on or off. The overlay appears on the color LCD and displays the softkey labels.

Press

Press Done to save your settings.

Press Cancel to exit without saving the changes.

to choose between On and Off.

Slide Show Preferences

A slide show displays each selected picture for a specified interval. Through the Slide show preferences you can specify the duration each picture is displayed, turn sound on or off, and choose to continuously loop the pictures in the slide show.

Press

setting. Press Start to begin the slide show.

Press Display, Menu, or Stop to stop the

slide show.

to select a choice for each

Press Done to save your settings.

Press Cancel to exit without saving the changes.

Video Preferences

Use Video preferences to specify the type of video connection needed for a television.

Press

NTSC.

NTSC is generally used in the United States and Japan, PAL in Europe.

Press Done to save your settings.

Press Cancel to exit without saving the changes.

to choose between PAL and

Playback Preferences

Use Playback preferences to specify how quickly Burst, Time-lapse, and Album pictures are displayed during full-screen playback.

Press

setting. Press Done to save your settings.

Press Cancel to exit without saving the changes.

to select a choice for each

Format Card Preferences

If your camera does not recognize the format of the memory card, or for some other reason you want to reformat a memory card, you can do so from this camera menu option.

WARNING: All files, including image, script, protected, and text files, are deleted from the memory card during reformatting. This deleted information cannot be recovered.

Press Format Card to erase all files and

reformat the memory card.

Press Cancel to exit without saving the changes.

Press Done when the Format Complete

confirmation screen appears.

Print Order Preferences

Pictures on the memory card need to be marked on the camera before the Print Order feature can be used. See “Marking Pictures” on page 44.

Press

Done



continue the print order.

Cancel Current Order

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current print order.

Edit/Review Current Order



you to change or review the current print order.

Order Marked Pictures

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current marked picture, followed by the Copies screen.

Order All Pictures

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pictures, followed by the Copies screen.

Order Index Print

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print of all the marked pictures, followed by the Copies screen.

Press Select.

to select the option you want.

—allows you to save, cancel, or

—cancels the

—allows

—adds the

—adds all marked

—creates an index

Use the four-way controller to select a

choice for the appropriate selection. Press Select to save your order.

Highlight Done, then press Select to exit

with your changes.

Press Stop Script to exit without saving your changes.

Marking Pictures

When you want to select a number of pictures and carry out an action on them, you must first mark each picture. Marked pictures can be deleted, copied from camera to camera, protected, or transferred from album to album.

Press Display.

Scroll to find the picture you want to select.

Press Mark.

The selected picture is marked, denoted by the notched lower right corner, and remains marked until you carry out an action on it.

When you have marked a picture, the softkey changes to Unmark.

To mark the entire contents of the memory

card, hold down Mark for two seconds.

Placing Marked Pictures in an Album

You can place marked pictures in an existing album or a new one.

Press Menu.

Press to highlight the Album icon.

Press to select an existing album or New

Album.

Refer to the next subsection for information about creating a new album.

Press Move to move the pictures to the

selected album.

Creating a New Album in Review Mode

In order to place a marked picture in an album, you first need to create one. Albums can be created in either Review mode or in Capture mode. See “Album Settings” on page 26.

Display the Album screen as described in

the “Placing Marked Pictures in an Album” section on page 44.

Press to select New Album.

Press Move.

The New Album Name screen appears.

Press the left softkey to select the type of

character set you want. You can select either capital letters or numbers.

Press

Press to add the selected character to the

name. Press backspace. Add additional characters until you have

spelled the name you want using a maximum of 8 characters.

to select a character.

Press Done to save your settings.

The marked pictures ar e moved to the album you created and the Album screen appears.

Protecting Your Pictures

You can safeguard your pictures from being deleted accidentally from the camera memory card. This feature is very useful if the camera and memory card are used by more than one person.

Set the Mode dial to Review.

Mark the pictures to be protected. If

necessary, refer to page 44. Press Menu.

Press

icon.

Press to highlight Protect.

Press Select.

Press Done when the confirmation screen

appears.

The picture appears on the color LCD with the Protect icon.

To undo the protection, use the same

procedure and highlight Unprotect.

You are prompted with a screen indicating pictures are protected if you attempt to delete, add sound, or modify a protected picture.

to highlight the Picture Protect

Copying Marked Pictures from Camera to Camera

You can send marked pictures to or receive marked pictures from another camera in the Review mode.

Place the two cameras facing each other,

aligning their IrDA transceivers.

During Camera-to-Camera communication, the cameras communicate using the IrDA port.

Make sure both cameras are in the Review

mode. Press Menu on the receiving camera.

Press to highlight Receive.

Press Menu on the sending camera.

Press to highlight Send.

Press Send.

The marked pictures are copied from one camera to the other.

Using On-Camera Applications

On-camera applications are files residing on your memory card that extend the functionality of your camera. When a memory card containing an on-camera application is placed in your camera, the application appears as an option in Review mode. There are sample application files preloaded on the memory card or on the CD that came with your camera. Additional applications and detailed information are available on our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/dc290. Applications on your memory card or on the CD are identified with a .CAM file name extension.

Loading On-Camera Applications onto a Memory Card

On-camera applications must be loaded into the System folder of your memory card to be accessible. Use KODAK Digital Camera Software (Mounter) / for DC290 or a CF card reader to copy the on-camera applications to the System folder on the memory card.

WARNING: If you reformat a card, everything is deleted, including on-camera applications, scripts and protected pictures.

Selecting an On-Camera Application

Press Menu.

Press to highlight the Applications icon.

Press to select the application you want.

Press Select.

The camera turns off to load the application.

With the camera in Review mode, turn on the camera to launch the application.

Press

Press the appropriate softkey.

Any steps that follow depend on the chosen on-camera application. The chosen application can begin running or a screen containing submenus can appear.

Press Save to keep the effect, or press cancel to select a different effect.

If you select Save, you have the choice to save a copy of the image with the applied effect, or save the ef fect to the original image. If you sav e the ef fect to the original image, you no longer can access the original unchanged image.

Press OK to return to the Image Selection screen.

to select a picture.

Opening Albums

The Review screen shows you when pictures are grouped in an album and allo ws you to open the album to view the pictures. If the highlighted picture resides in an album, an album icon appears and the left softkey is labelled Open. The album name is displayed next to the picture number.

Scroll to view the picture you want to select.

Use any of the three methods described in the “Viewing pictures” section on page 39.

Press Open.

The screen opens the album containing the selected picture and displays the album name with the pictures that are stored in the album. The related pictures are linked by a colored background.

When you have opened an album, the Open softkey changes to Close.

Press Close to close the album.

Expanding and Collapsing Pictures

It is important to note that your camera treats Burst and Time-lapse pictures as folders containing a series of individual pictures, but displays them as a single picture until you press Expand. In the Review mode, you can expand the displayed Burst or Time-lapse picture to view all the pictures in the series.

If the highlighted picture is a Burst or Time-lapse picture, the appropriate icon appears and the left softkey is labelled Expand.

Press Display to activate the filmstrip view.

Scroll to view the picture you want to select.

Use any of the three methods described in the “Viewing pictures” section on page 39.

Press Expand.

The screen expands the selected Burst or Time-lapse picture and displays its individual pictures on the filmstrip. The related pictures are linked by a colored dotted line.

When you have expanded a picture, Expand changes to Collapse.

Press Collapse to collapse the picture back

to its original form.

Adding Sound to Pictures

You can attach up to two minutes of recorded sound to a selected picture at any time while reviewing your pictures. W ith Burst and Time-lapse pictures, recorded sound can only be added and played when the series is collapsed. If the camera volume control is turned down, you will not be able to hear the sound you have recorded.

Scroll to view the picture you want to select.

To record sound, press Record, or press and

hold Record.

The microphone icon appears on the screen, along with how long you have been recording.

Each picture can have only one attached sound clip, up to two minutes in length.

Speak into the microphone on the back of

the camera.

The green ready light blinks when there is three seconds of recording time left before the camera recording turns off.

To manually stop recording, press the

Record button again, or release Record.

A sound icon appears indicating the picture now has attached sound. If a picture has attached sound, pressing Delete lets you delete the sound alone or both the picture and sound.

Press one of the following softkeys:

Delete

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Refer to “Playing Sound, Bursts, and Timelapse Sequences” on page 53 for information on sound that has not been recently recorded.

—deletes the picture and any

attached sound.

Save

—saves the sound.

Play

—plays the sound

Deleting a Picture

Scroll until the picture you want to delete is

highlighted in the center of the filmstrip. Press Delete.

Press one of the following softkeys:

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Delete

attached sound.

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Sound Only

sound. (This softkey appears only if the picture contains an attached sound clip.)

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Cancel

Deleting Multiple Pictures

Mark the pictures you want to delete.

If necessary, refer to the “Marking pictures for an action” section on page 44.

Press Delete.

Press and hold Delete for 2 seconds to delete all the pictures on the memory car d. It is not necessary to mark pictures if you want to delete all of your pictures.

A confirmation screen appears asking if you want to delete all the marked pictures and attached sound.

Press one of the following softkeys:

—deletes the picture and any

—deletes only the attached

—cancels the delete operation.

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—deletes the pictures and any

Delete

attached sound.

Cancel

—cancels the delete operation.

Playing Sound, Bursts, and Time-lapse Sequences

To play sound, Burst and Time-lapse, and Album sequences you have to be viewing the picture on a full screen. Burst and Time-lapse sequences need to be collapsed in the filmstrip before playing. Album sequences need to be closed in the filmstrip before playing.

Scroll to highlight the picture sequence you

want to play.

You can scroll through your pictures while viewing them as thumbnails or on a full screen. If you scroll to the picture as a thumbnail, press Display to view it on a full screen.

Press Play.

If the highlighted picture is a still picture with sound, the camera plays the sound.

If the highlighted picture is a Burst or Time-lapse picture, the camera plays back the sequence of pictures at the rate specified in the Review mode preferences.

To stop playing the sequence, press Stop.

Magnifying Pictures

The magnify feature lets you view a section of the current picture at two and four times the normal LCD size.

Scroll to view the picture you want to

magnify.

Use any of the three methods for scrolling described in the “Viewing pictures” section on page 39.

Press Magnify once to view the picture at

two times magnification. Press it again to view the picture at four times magnification.

The screen displays a magnified view of the selected picture.

Use the arrow keys to scroll to different parts of the picture. If you use the arrow keys to move to different parts of the magnified picture, the Reduce softkey label disappears.

To return to a normal view, press Reduce

once if you are viewing at 2X, or twice if you are viewing at 4X magnification.

Viewing Pictures on Your Television

The camera video-out feature lets you show the pictures from the memory card on your television. With video-out, the color LCD is disabled when the camera is attached to the video cable.

Turn off your television and camera.

Insert the video output cable into the video-out

connection on the side of your camera. Connect the other end of the cable to the

video-in connection on your television.

T o play sound on your television, use a cable that has two connectors on the television end. Connect the yellow connector to the video-in connection and the white connector to the audio- in connection.

Turn on the camera and television.

Set the Mode dial to Review.

Set the television to the correct channel for

viewing video.

The pictures that are stored on the memory card appear on the television screen.

Scroll through your pictures using any of the

three methods described on page 39.

If pictures do not appear on the television, you may need to try a different channel or adjust the Video preference on the camera. See page 41.

4 Installing the Software

The KODAK DC290 Installer Software (Installer) included with your camera contains software for Windows-based computers and Macintosh computers. These applications provide a variety of features that let you access and use the pictures stored on the memory card. Detailed information on using the software can be found in the online help.

Windows-based System Requirements

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Windows 98.

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90 MHz microprocessor (minimum) or Pentium Processor.

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16 MB or more of RAM.

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70 MB hard disk space available.



CD-ROM drive.

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256 colors (thousands of colors recommended).

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Available USB port.

If you are running Windows 95B (OSR2) or later, or Windows NT 4.0, a connection kit is available, free of charge, when you register your camera.

KODAK Software for Windows-Based Computers

The following KODAK software applications and utilities are supplied with the camera for use on a Windows-based computer. They are:

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KODAK Digital Camera Software (Mounter) / for DC290

you to view and transfer pictures back and forth between the camera and computer.

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KODAK Digital Camera Software (TWAIN Acquire) / for DC290

provides a quick way to view and copy pictures from the memory card to a TWAIN-compliant host software program, such as ADOBE Photoshop.

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KODAK Digital Camera Software (Properties) / for DC290

you to set up your digital camera through a graphical interface on your computer.

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KODAK Pictures Now Desktop Software

print pictures in multiple sizes. It provides template layouts to print your pictures on perforated and nonperforated KODAK Inkjet Paper.

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KODAK AVI Generator Utility

can be played using an application, such as the MICROSOFT Windows Media Player from JPG and TIFF pictures taken with the DC290 camera, and FPX taken with other KODAK digital cameras. The AVI Generator Utility is best suited to create movies from Burst and Time-lapse pictures.

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KODAK Watermark Conversion Utility

Graphic files (PNG) into the watermark file format (LGO) needed by the DC290 camera. This utility can also be used to modify the text entry of existing LGO files.

—allows you to create AVI movies that

—allows you to view and

—converts Portable Network

—allows

—

Software Overview

A brief overview of the software is listed below. Detailed information on the software and utilities is available in the online help for each application.

Feature Mounter

View thumbnail images Transfer pictures Display picture information Access Camera Properties Take a picture

Delete pictures Print pictures

TWAIN

Acquire

✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔

✔

Properties

✔

Pictures

Loading KODAK Software on Windows 98

Close all other software programs including background applications and task

bar items. Place the KODAK DC290 Installer Software CD into your CD-ROM drive

and follow the online instructions.

If the installation does not automatically begin, click Start and click Run. In the Run dialog box, type: D:\setup (or use the letter for the drive you ha v e the DC290 disc in) then click OK.

Select the language you want to use.

The CD Browser menu appears.

Now

✔

Click INSTALL DC290 SOFTWARE.

Follow the instructions on your computer screen to complete the installation.

You are now ready to run the newly installed software. For more detailed information on the software, refer to the online help.

Macintosh System Requirements

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APPLE

Power Macintosh, PowerPC-equipped Powerbook, PowerPC-

equipped Macintosh-compatible Computer, or iMac, and a

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Display monitor with a minimum resolution of 640 by 400 (1024 by 768 preferred) and 256 colors (thousands of colors recommended).

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70 MB free disk space.

CD-ROM

drive.



32 MB



Macintosh OS 8.5.1 or later.

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Available USB port.

If you do not have a USB port, a connection kit is available, free of charge, when you register your camera.

RAM

KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers

The following KODAK software applications and utility are supplied with the camera for use on a Macintosh computer. They are:

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KODAK Digital Camera Software (Mounter) / for DC290

you to see the DC290 camera as a volume through a camera icon on the desktop. Mounter can be used by other applications or as a stand-alone application to access the contents of the memory card using the Macintosh Finder.

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KODAK Digital Camera Software (Plug-In Acquire) / for DC290

works with applications that support the ADOBE Photoshop plug-in module and provides access to KOD AK Digital Camera Software (Tools) from a picture editor.



KODAK Digital Camera Software (Tools) / for DC290

and select pictures and folders on the memory card, and transfer them to a picture editor or to a hard disk. You can also take a picture while connected to the computer, and delete the contents of the memory card. Tools is accessed from a host application using KODAK Digital Camera Software (Plug-In Acquire) or can be used as a stand-alone application.

—allows

—

—lets you view

KODAK Digital Camera Software (Control Panel) / for DC290—



you set the port and serial speed, and mount the DC290 camera as a volume on your desktop.

KODAK Pictures Now Desktop Software



print pictures in multiple sizes. It provides template layouts to print your pictures on perforated and nonperforated KODAK Inkjet Paper.

KODAK Watermark Conversion Utility



Graphic files (PNG) into the watermark file format (LGO) needed by the DC290 camera. This utility can also be used to modify the text entry of existing LGO files.

—allows you to view and

—converts Portable Network

Software Overview

A brief overview of the software is listed below. Detailed information on the software and utility is available in the online help.

lets

Feature Mounter

View thumbnail images Transfer pictures Display picture information Open pictures on hard drive Take a picture Delete pictures Print pictures

Plug-In

Acquire

✔✔✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔ ✔

✔ ✔✔

✔✔✔

Tools

Pictures

Now

✔

Loading KODAK Software on Macintosh Computers

Close any applications that are running.

Place the KODAK DC290 Installer Software CD into the

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

If you do not have APPLE QUICKTIME installed on your system, a message notifies you that you need to install it. The APPLE QUICKTIME installer is located on the installation disc.

If prompted, restart your computer when the software installation is complete.

CD-ROM

drive.

Copying KODAK Plug-In Acquire files to a Plug-In Folder

When you use KODAK Digital Camera (Plug-In Acquire) with an application for the first time, you must copy the file to an ADOBE Photoshop compliant picture editor.

Double-click the

Select KODAK DC290 Plug-In Acquire.

In the Select Folder dialog box, navigate to one of the following application folders where you want to install the software:

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ADOBE Photoshop 4.0 or later Plug-Ins folder Import/Export folder.

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ADOBE PhotoDeluxe version 2.0 Plug-Ins folder Acquire/Export folder.

The Plug-In Acquire software is installed in the KODAK DC290 Plug-In Acquire folder. To use Plug-In Acquire software with another supported application, Option-click the KOD AK DC290 Acquire folder and then drag it to the Plug-in folder for the application you want to use.

KODAK DC290 folder. KODAK

Plug-In folder.

You are now ready to run the newly installed software. Information on each of the software applications is available in the online help.

5 Connecting Your Camera

A first step to using your digital pictures on your computer is to connect your camera to your computer. To communicate with your computer, your camera comes with a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection for both Windows 98 and Macintosh computers. If you are running Windows 95B (OSR2) or later, Windows NT 4.0, or a Macintosh computer without USB capabilities, you can still connect your camera using one of the following:



RS-232 serial and IrDA (infrared) connection for Windows-based computers.

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RS-232 serial connection for Macintosh computers.

The connection options listed above are available, free of charge, when you register your camera.

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CompactFlash card reader (CF card reader). CF card readers are available as an accessory from our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

Once the camera is connected to a computer and any required software is installed, you are ready to transfer pictures from the camera to your computer. Refer to the online help for information on each software application supplied with the camera.

Checking for USB Support on Windows 98

The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a relatively new method for your camera to communicate with a personal computer. A USB connection is faster than an RS-232 serial connection.

USB requires special computer hardware and software features, including a USB enabled motherboard, USB connections, and Windows 98. Most computers manufactured prior to January 1997 do not meet these requirements.

Verify that a USB connector is present.

This connector is normally on the back of the computer.

Right-click the My Computer icon.

Click Properties in the pop-up menu.

Verify the operating system is Windows 98.

Click the Device Manager tab.

Verify that the Universal Serial Bus Controller is present without any yellow or

red indicators. Click Universal Serial Bus Controller.

Verify that a controller and USB Root hub are listed.

Double-click USB Root hub.

Verify that device status is “The device is working properly.”

If all of the above conditions are met, your computer supports a USB connection.

Connecting Your Camera

The camera can connect to a computer using the USB cable included with your camera. When connecting the camera, it is a good idea to use the AC Adapter for KOD AK DC200 Series Digital Cameras. If you do not ha v e this AC adapter, it is available as an accessory from dealers of KODAK products or from our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

Plug the appropriate end of the USB cable into

the port on the computer with the USB symbol.

If the port is not labeled, see your computer User’s Guide for a diagram that illustrates all of the external ports.

Open the USB port on the side of the camera.

Plug the other end of the USB cable into the port.

Set the Mode dial to Connect.

Turn on the camera.

If you are having trouble connecting, refer to the USB.PDF document for Windows-based computers, or the Connect.PDF document for Macintosh computers installed with the software, or the online help for troubleshooting information.

Starting the KODAK Software

With the camera connected to your computer, you are now ready to open and use the software that you installed in Chapter 4. For detailed information on using the software, refer to the online help.

Opening KODAK Software for Windows-Based Computers

For information on each KODAK software and KODAK utilities, refer to the online help.

KODAK Digital Camera (Mounter)

Double-click the My Computer icon.

The My Computer window appears.

Double-click the Camera icon.

The Camera Memory Card window appears listing the camera and system folders. The pictures files are located in the DC290 camera folder.

KODAK Digital Camera (TWAIN Acquire)

Open a TWAIN-compliant application, such as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE

PhotoDeluxe. Choose File –> TWAIN Source –> KODAK DC290.

Choose File –> TWAIN Acquire.

The main TWAIN Acquire window appears.

KODAK Digital Camera (Properties)

Double-click the Properties icon on the desktop to open the main Properties window, or right-mouse click on the Camera icon in Windows Explorer and select Properties.

KODAK Pictures Now Desktop Software

Double-click the Pictures Now icon on the desktop to open the main Pictures Now window.

Opening KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers

For information on each KODAK software and KODAK utility, refer to the online help.

KODAK Digital Camera (Mounter)

Double-click on the Camera icon on the desktop to open the Camera Memory Card window listing the camera and System folders. The pictures files are located in the DC290 camera folder.

KODAK Digital Camera (Plug-In Acquire)

Open a Plug-In-compliant application, such as ADOBE Photoshop or

ADOBE PhotoDeluxe. Choose File –> Acquire –> KODAK DC290 Acquire.

The main Plug-In Acquire window appears.

KODAK Digital Camera (Tools)

Tools can be launched either as a stand-alone application or a picture editor.

To open as a stand-alone application:

Go to the DC290 folder installed on the hard disk, and select KODAK Camera Tools to open the Main Window for Tools.

To open through a picture editor:

Open a Plug-In-compliant picture editor, such as ADOBE Photoshop or

ADOBE PhotoDeluxe. Choose File –> Acquire (or Import)–> KODAK Camera Acquire.

The Main Window for Tools appears.

KODAK Digital Camera (Control Panel)

The DC290 camera icon must be on your desktop to access the contents of the camera memory card. If the icon is not on the desktop, choose APPLE -> Control Panels -> KODAK Camera and then click Mount. To display the Help Contents window, click Help in the KODAK Camera window.

KODAK Pictures Now Desktop Software

Double-click the Pictures Now icon on the desktop to open the main Pictures Now window.

Folder and File Naming Conventions

When you are using KODAK-supplied host software and are connected to the camera or using a card reader, it is possible to create folders and files, including picture files on the memory card. All filenames must follow the DOS 8-character format. You can use eight (8) alphanumeric characters (A-Z and 0-9), and DOSformat symbols. You cannot use spaces or names that begin with BR or TL, which are reserved. You cannot use the following symbols:



Period (.)



Slash (/)



Brackets ([ ])



Semicolon (;)



Equal sign (=)



Quotation marks (“ ”)



Backslash (\)



Colon (:)



Vertical bar (|)



Comma (,)

Naming Folders

When naming/renaming a folder using a CF card reader, you should limit the name to eight (8) standard alphanumeric characters (A-Z, 0-9). If you rename a time-lapse or burst folder and do not use the prefix TL or BR, then the camera no longer recognizes the folder as a time-lapse or burst folder, but recognizes the folder as an album.

It is possible to create folders that are not used by the camera for picture taking or for viewing pictures. You must limit your directory structure to three levels of folders and follow the rules for naming a folder.

Naming Pictures

Pictures taken using the DC290 camera are named P0XXXXXX.JPG or P0XXXXXX.TIF, where XXXXXX represents the picture number. Pictures are numbered in the order in which they are taken. Picture naming conflicts can occur when taking pictures if you move picture files between camera folders. The camera handles conflicts by changing the prefix of the current picture from P0 to EX.

Picture Naming Using Absolute Numbering

The camera maintains a count of the number of pictures taken, which is used to determine the number of the next picture taken.

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The camera uses consecutive numbers for all subsequent pictures, even if you transfer pictures to the computer or delete pictures from the camera memory card. For example, if the last picture taken was P0000007.JPG, the next picture is P0000008.JPG, even if P0000007.JPG was deleted prior to taking P0000008.JPG.

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If you insert a different memory card into your DC290 camera, the next picture number is derived using the camera picture number and is not dependent on the picture number of any of the pictures currently on the memory card.

Picture Naming Using Relative Numbering

Camera scripting provides the capability to select a relative numbering scheme, in which the picture number for the next picture is dependent on the last picture currently in that camera’s DC290 folder or any subfolders of the current DC290 folder on the inserted camera memory card. This number is determined when the camera is turned on or when the card is inserted into the camera.

Naming Files

When renaming a file stored on a memory card, you should limit your filename to eight (8) standard alphanumeric characters (A-Z and 0-9) with a three (3) character file extension.

Locating Pictures on the Camera

The DC290 camera uses a root level System folder (/SYSTEM can contain camera scripts, camera applications, and logos), a root level DC290_xx folder, and the following folder types:



Album folders

help you organize your pictures on the camera memory card. Album folders should not be named using the TL or BR prefix.



Time-lapse folders

and are identified by the prefix TL. Time-lapse folders are created by the camera and contain pictures previously taken in a time-lapse series. Time-lapse folders are named TLXXXXXX, where XXXXXX is the last six characters in the name of the first picture in the series when the folder is created.

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Burst folders

identified with the prefix BR. Burst folders are created by the camera and contain pictures previously taken in a burst series. Burst folders are named BRXXXXXX, where XXXXXX is the last six characters in the name of the first picture in the series when the folder is created.

Other folders in the DC290 folder are assumed to be Album folders.

The following describes the DC290 folder:

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The root level folder is named \DC290_xx, where xx can be 01, 02, or 03, etc., depending on the number of different DC290 cameras you use with one camera memory card. If this is the first time using the memory card, then the camera creates a Camera Image folder named \DC290_01. A \DC290_02 folder is created only if you use the memory card in a different DC290 camera.

are found only in the DC290 folder and are available to

are found in the DC290 folder or in Album folders

are found in the DC290 folder or in Album folders and are

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The root level DC290 folder contains a file named FTIFOLD.INF. This is a camera system file and should not be deleted.

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All pictures taken with the DC290 camera are stored in the \DC290_xx folder, or in an Album, a Time-lapse folder, or a Burst folder.

The distinction between folder types is only visible when reviewing your pictures using the camera LCD or video-out capabilities. When browsing the memory card using KODAK-supplied host software or a card reader, the distinction between folder types is lost.

6 Tips and Troubleshooting

General Maintenance and Safety



To keep from damaging your camera, avoid exposing it to moisture and extreme temperatures.



Clean the outside of the camera by wiping with a clean, dry cloth. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the camera or any of its parts.



Do not allow any chemicals, such as suntan lotion to come into contact with the painted surface of the camera.



Never disassemble or touch the inside of the camera. This could result in electrical shock.



If you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the camera, immediately turn off the camera, wait a few minutes until the camera cools, and then remove the batteries.



Clean the lens, status LCD, and color LCD:

Do not use cleaning solutions unless they are designed specifically for camera lenses.

chemically treated eyeglass lens tissue as it may scratch the lens.

Blow gently on the surface to remove dust and dirt.

Moisten the surface by breathing lightly on it.

Wipe the surface gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an untreated

lens-cleaning tissue.

Service agreements are available in some countries. Please contact a dealer of KODAK products for more information.

Do not wipe the camera lens or LCD screens with

Connecting With Your Computer

If you are getting messages on your computer that state you are not connected, refer to the PDF documents installed with the software or the online help for troubleshooting information. If you are experiencing problems with a:



Windows-based computer, refer to USB.PDF.



Macintosh computer, refer to Connect.PDF.

Monitor Adjustment

Your monitor display setting may need to be adjusted to view pictures from your camera. Refer to your computer User’s Guide for information on how to adjust the monitor’s display setting.

Tips for Printing

You may notice that the colors on your computer screen do not always match those in prints. This is because monitors and printers use different color systems.

To achieve more predictable results in your printed documents:



Improve the quality of your paper. Copier paper may not offer the same results as coated paper or paper made especially for ink jet printers.



Adjust your printer software settings. Refer to your printer User’s Guide for details.



Use fresh ink cartridges. Do not use ink cartridges beyond their life expectancy.

If you need extreme precision in matching printed output to your computer screen, you can purchase a calibration system. A calibration system matches, as closely as possible, the printed picture to the picture on your computer screen. Consult your local computer dealer for more information.

Remember these few tips when it comes time to print your pictures:



Color printing takes more time. Increased complexity in your document increases the printing and drying time.



Color printing is more memory intensive than black and white. If your computer gives you an insufficient memory message, you can close some applications, change some settings, or add additional memory.



Color prints do not photocopy as clearly as black and white. If you plan to photocopy documents containing pictures, consider printing the document in gray scale. This setting is usually changed from the Print menu.



Resize the picture to a smaller size or print the picture on glossy paper to increase the quality of the print.

To improve the quality of your prints, print your pictures on KODAK InkJet Paper . InkJet Paper is made to work with most inkjet printers to give you clearer, crisper, and more detailed images on your prints.

Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing difficulties with your camera, check the following table for possible solutions.

Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located in the KODAK DC290 folder.

Camera Problems

Problem Cause Solution

The camera shuts off unexpectedly.

The camera does not recognize your memory card.

Ready light does not turn on and the camera does not work.

Ready light is red. No memory card in

Ready light is amber. Camera is too close to

The image on your monitor is jagged or inappropriately colored.

Batteries are low. Replace the batteries or

The camera display has been on a long time causing the camera to overheat.

The memory card may not be ATA compatible or CompactFlash certified.

Batteries are low or empty.

Camera is not on. Turn on the camera and

camera or the memory card is full.

the subject.

Monitor is not set correctly.

use the AC adapter. Leave the camera off to

allow it to cool. Whenever possible, do not leave the camera display on.

Memory cards must be ATA compatible and CompactFlash certified to work with the camera.

Replace the batteries or use the AC adapter. Pictures remain in the memory when the batteries are removed.

verify that the green Ready light is on.

Insert a new memory card.

Move the camera to a minimum of 0.3 m (1 ft) from the subject.

Adjust your monitor display settings. See page 72.

Camera Problems

Problem Cause Solution

Corrupted Image message is displayed on the Color LCD while in the Review mode. While in the Capture mode, the thumbnail appeared normal.

Shutter button does not work. Camera is not turned

Camera does not turn on. Batteries are not

Part of the picture is missing. Something was

The memory card was ejected during processing.

Batteries are too low to complete processing.

on.

Mode dial is not set to Capture.

Ready light is blinking. Camera is processing picture.

The Status Display reads Full. The memory card is full.

installed properly.

Batteries are weak or depleted.

blocking the lens when the picture was taken.

Your eye or the picture was not centered correctly in the viewfinder.

The picture must be retaken.

Replace the batteries or use the AC Adapter. The picture must be retaken.

Turn the camera on and verify that the green Ready light turns on.

Set the Mode dial to Capture.

Wait until Ready light stops blinking before attempting to take another picture.

Transfer pictures to your computer or change the memory card.

Remove the batteries and install them according to the directions on the inside of the battery door.

Install new batteries or use the AC adapter.

Keep hands, fingers, or other objects away from the lens when taking pictures.

Leave space around subject when centering picture in viewfinder.

Camera Problems

Problem Cause Solution

EX files cannot be accessed using the software. They can, however, be viewed on the camera.

Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or did

Picture is too light. The flash is not

Stored pictures are damaged. The memory card was

A previous file with the same name was not fully processed. Therefore, an EX prefix is placed on the previous file and the new file has the standard P prefix. The card may have been removed too soon.

not go off. The subject is too far

away for the flash to have an effect.

The subject is in front of a bright light.

needed. The subject is too

close when the flash was used.

The light sensor is covered.

removed when the Ready light was blinking.

Transfer the unaf fecte d files to the computer and perform a Scandisk, Defrag, and reformat using the PCMCIA or CompactFlash card reader.

Turn on the flash. See page 6.

Move so there is no more than 4 m (13 ft) between the camera and the subject.

Change your position so the light is not behind the subject.

Change to automatic flash. See page 6.

Move so there is at least 0.5 m (1.6 ft) between the camera and the subject.

Hold the camera so your hands or other objects do not cover the light sensor.

Make sure the Ready light is not blinking before removing the memory card.

Camera Problems

Problem Cause Solution

Pictures remaining number does not decrease.

Using IBM Thinkpad 770E USB, the camera does not appear in the Device Manager under the USB host controller.

Picture is not clear. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens.

The image resolution does not take up sufficient space to decrease the picture remaining number.

The Thinkpad has the external floppy drive connected during the initial installation of the camera.

Subject or the camera moved while the picture was taken.

The subject is too far away for the flash to be effective.

The camera is operating normally. Continue taking pictures.

Disconnect the floppy drive and attach the camera. Shut down the computer and attach the floppy drive again. Now you can connect and disconnect the camera without disconnecting the floppy drive.

See page 71. Hold camera steady

until the picture is taken.

Move so the subject is less than 4 m (13 ft) away.

Camera Problems

Problem Cause Solution

Computer cannot communicate with the camera.

Picture is not clear in Burst mode.

Camera power is off. Turn on the camera. The Mode dial is not

set to Connect. Conflict with another

device.

Some Advanced Power Management utilities on laptops can turn off ports to save battery life.

Camera is not connected to USB cable or cable is not connected to the computer USB port.

Due to the higher number of pictures per burst with Standard resolution, pictures are subsampled before processing rather than after processing. There are less pixels and slightly lower sharpness.

Set the Mode dial to Connect.

Refer to the USB.PDF or Connect.PDF document supplied with the camera software, or your computer User’s Guide.

See the Power Management section of your laptop user’s guide to disable this feature.

Connect USB cable to camera and computer USB port. See page 65.

Use a higher resolution, which yields fewer frames per burst.

LCD Messages

Problem Cause Solution

Memory card is Full. Memory card is full

and cannot hold additional pictures

No Memory Card. There is no memory

card inserted in the camera.

Cannot read memory card. Memory card is

corrupted.

Camera did not establish connection.

Camera needs service. The camera is

The receiving camera does not have enough memory to receive the pictures.

Unable to receive picture. An error has occurred

Transfer of pictures was interrupted. Not all pictures were sent.

Out of Range Camera is too close to

The camera cannot communicate with the computer.

malfunctioning. In a camera to camera

communication, the receiving camera memory card is full.

while receiving pictures in a camera to camera transfer.

An error has occurred before all pictures were transferred.

the subject.

Transfer pictures to your computer, insert a memory card that has available memory , or delete some pictures.

Insert a memory card into the camera.

Insert a new or reformat the memory card.

See page 78.

Have the camera serviced.

Transfer pictures to your computer or insert a memory card that has available memory.

Try the camera to camera transfer again.

Try the transfer again.

Move the camera to a minimum of 0.3 m (1 ft) from the subject.

LCD Messages

Problem Cause Solution

Not enough memory There is not enough

memory on the card to store the selected time-lapse picture sequence.

E11 Corrupted firmware. Have the camera

Memory card is inserted incorrectly or is damaged.

Transfer pictures to your computer or insert a memory card that has available memory. You can also change the Time-lapse sequence to one that requires less memory.

serviced. Turn the camera off,

and remove the memory card. Inspect it for damage. If damaged, replace the card. Insert the memory card into the camera.

7 Where to Get Help

If you need help with your camera, it is available from a number of resources:



Chapter 6 “Tips and Troubleshooting”



Software’s manufacturer



Product information by fax



Software Help

Help with any online help, or by contacting the manufacturer.

software

packaged with your camera can be obtained from the

Online Services

Contact Kodak via:



World Wide Web



America Online



CompuServe

http://www.kodak.com (click on Service and Support)

(keyword) KODAK GO KODAK

Faxed Information

Kodak offers automated support by fax:

Place of purchase

World Wide Web Technical support



U.S. and Canada



Europe



U.K.

1-800-508-1531 44-0-131-458-6962 44-0-131-458-6962

Customer Support

If you have questions concerning the operation of KODAK software or the camera, you may speak directly to a customer support representative. Have the camera connected to your computer, its serial number ready, and be at your computer when you call. Also have ready a description of the problem with the exact error message along with information about the type of computer, amount of RAM, and the software being used.



U.S. and Canada

9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) Monday through Friday.



Europe

associated with your location, or the U.K. toll line, 44-0-131-458-6714, between the hours of 09.00 and 17.00 (GMT/CET) Monday through Friday.



Outside the U.S., Canada, and Europe

following pages that is associated with your location.

—call the Kodak Digital Imaging Support Centre toll free number

—call toll free, 1-888-375-6325, between the hours of

—call the number on the

Country Help Number Fax

Argentina 54-1-808-300 54-1-808-3328 Australia 1-800-674-831 61-3-9353-2092 Austria 0179-567-357 44-0-131-458-6962 Belgium 02-713-14-45 44-0-131-458-6962 Brazil 0-800-15-0000 55-12-331-8571 Caribbean 78-7-757-5500 78-7-757-8760 Chile 56-2-697-2000 56-2-697-0310 China–Shanghai 800-8205155 44-0-131-458-6962 China–Beijing 800-8205155 44-0-131-458-6962 Colombia 57-1-629-0266 57-1-629-0673 Denmark 3-848-71-30 44-0-131-458-6962 Dominican Republic 809-563-1252 809-563-1264 Egypt 44-0-131-458-6714 44-0-131-458-6962 Eire 01-407-3054 44-0-131-458-6962 France 01-55-1740-77 44-0-131-458-6962 Finland 0800-117056 44-0-131-458-6962 Germany 069-5007-0035 44-0-131-458-6962 Greece 44-0-131-458-6714 44-0-131-458-6962

Country Help Number Fax

Hong Kong 852-2564-9777 852-2564-9753 Hungary 44-0-131-458-6714 44-0-131-458-6962 India 91-22-617-5823 91-22-617-6004 Ireland 01-407-3054 44-0-131-458-6962 Italy 02-696-334-52 44-0-131-458-6962 Japan 81-3-5488-2390 81-3-5488-4512 Korea 82-2-708-5400 82-2-708-5500 Latin America 1-305-267-4700 1-305-267-4780 Lebanon 44-0-131-458-6714 44-0-131-458-6962 Malaysia 60-3-757-2722 60-3-755-5919 Mexico 52-5-449-4300 52-5-449-4400 Middle East 44-0-131-458-6714 44-0-131-458-6962 Netherlands 020-346-9372 44-0-131-458-6962 New Zealand 0800-500-135 64-9-302-8637 Norway 23-16-21-33 44-0-131-458-6962 Panama 52-3-678-6200 52-3-678-6210 Peru 51-1-224-8610 51-1-224-8605 Philippines 63-2-810-0331 63-2-816-6718 Portugal 44-0-131-458-6714 44-0-131-458-6962 Russia 44-0-131-458-6714 44-0-131-458-6962 Singapore 65-470-9875 65-479-8397 South Africa 27-11-804-2852 27-11-804-5013 Spain 91-749-76-53 44-0-131-458-6962 Sweden 08-587-704-21 44-0-131-458-6962 Switzerland 01-838-53-51 44-0-131-458-6962 Taiwan 886-2-893-8210 886-2-895-1069 Thailand 66-2-271-3040 66-2-279-5073 Turkey 90-216-342-3332 90-216-343-6743 U.K. 0870-2430270 44-0-131-458-6962 Uruguay 59-2-92-0473 59-2-92-1796 Venezuela 58-2-903-1111 58-2-943-2081

8 Warranty and Regulatory Information

Warranty Time Period

Kodak warrants the KODAK DC290 Zoom Digital Camera (excluding the batteries) to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.

Warranty Repair Coverage

This warranty will be honored within the geographical location that the product was originally distributed and purchased.

If the equipment does not function properly during the warranty period due to defects in either materials or workmanship, Kodak will, at its option, either repair or replace the equipment without charge, subject to the conditions and limitations stated herein. Such repair service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts.

If replacement parts are used in making repairs, these parts may be remanufactured, or may contain remanufactured materials. If it is necessary to replace the entire system, it may be replaced with a remanufactured system.

Kodak will also provide telephone assistance during the warranty period.

Limitations

WARRANTY SERVICE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED WITHOUT DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE. PLEASE RETURN THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE.

THIS WARRANTY BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF YOU FAIL TO PACK YOUR DC290 CAMERA IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT PACKAGING AND DAMAGE OCCURS DURING PRODUCT SHIPMENT.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND KODAK'S CONTROL; SERVICE OR PARTS TO CORRECT PROBLEMS RESULTING FROM THE USE OF ATTACHMENTS, ACCESSORIES OR ALTERATIONS NOT MARKETED BY KODAK; SERVICE REQUIRED AS THE RESULT OF UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS OR SERVICE; MISUSE, ABUSE; FAILURE TO FOLLOW KODAK'S OPERATING, MAINTENANCE OR REPACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS; OR FAILURE TO USE ITEMS SUPPLIED BY KODAK (SUCH AS ADAPTERS AND CABLES).

KODAK MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE FOR THIS EQUIPMENT OR SOFTWARE.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE ARE KODAK'S ONLY OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY. KODAK WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENT AL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR IMPROPER FUNCTIONING OF THIS EQUIPMENT REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE. SUCH DAMAGES FOR WHICH KODAK WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT, DOWNTIME COSTS, LOSS OF USE OF THE EQUIPMENT, COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES OR SERVICES, OR CLAIMS OF YOUR CUSTOMERS FOR SUCH DAMAGES.

Depending on your geographical location, some limitations and exclusions may not apply.

Application Support

For application specific support, contact your reseller, systems integrator, software manufacturer, or dealer.

How to Obtain Service

Visit us on the Internet at http://www.kodak.com. Please refer to Chapter “7 Where to Get Help” for the support hotline designated

to your location. When returning a camera for repair, the unit shall be packed in its original

packing materials. A problem report should also be enclosed with the equipment. If the original packaging has been discarded or is not available, packing will be at the owner's expense.

Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by a Kodak company, no other warranty or liability exists beyond the information contained above, even though defect, damage or loss may be caused by negligence or other act.

To obtain warranty repair service contact your local Kodak representative. For assistance, refer to Chapter “7 Where to Get Help” in the camera User’s Guide.

Regulatory Information

FCC Compliance and Advisory

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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 digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Obervation des normes-Class B—Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites Mapplicables aux appareils numériques de la Classe B prescrites dans les règlements sur le brouillage redioélectrique édictés par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

1Index

AC adapter

locatorUSB

connection, locator

using

adapter

AC, using

adding

sound

sound in quickview adjusting your monitor advanced

exposure, icon

exposure, settings

focus, icon

focus, setting album

icon

naming new

opening

placing pictures

play settings

settings application support audio

LED, locator

out, locator

record, locator

volume, locator auto

flash, indicator description

focus sensor, locator

rotate preference

battery

charger, using

door, locator indicator, description installing status, indicator troubleshooting using information

best

quality, indicator

setting

better

quality, indicator

setting

burst

picture type, indicator play settings playing using the shutter button

camera

connecting to computer features name, setting on and off on, troubleshooting shutting off, troubleshooting

specifications

status LCD, overview camera-to camera, copying Canadian DOC statement capture mode

setting 20 capture preference, setting card, see memory card choosing a script cleaning

camera

LCD screen collapsing pictures color balance color printing tips CompactFlash, see memory card compression computer

connecting problems

connecting the camera connecting

camera to computer

problems

USB support

using a USB cable continuous scroll cool edges corrupted image customer support number

damaged pictures 76 data plate, locator date and time

setting

watermark daylight settings default, capture preference deleting

pictures

sound

35, 51,

digita file Digital Access

digital zooming

Plug-In Acquire, description

TWAIN Acquire, description

display, monitor adjustment 72 duration, slide show

EX files, troubleshooting 76 expanding pictures exposure

advanced, setting locking setting

exposure compensation

description indicator

external flash

locator setting

fast scroll, viewing pictures 39 FCC compliance and advisory features, camera file type fill, flash indicator description flash

fluorescent light, settings format card four-way controller

full battery, indicator

description external indicator locator off indicator sensor, locator setting

description locator

general maintenance 71 getting help good

quality, indicator setting

help

customer support numbers fax

81 online service address software

IBM Thinkpad 770E 77 image quality, troubleshooting image sound, slide show infrared

transceiver, locator

inserting a memory card installing

batteries software, Macintosh software, PC

IrDA

communication, indicator transceiver, locator

KODAK software

help

81 Macintosh computers Windows-based computers

LCD

cleaning messages, troubleshooting

status, overview light sensor, locator limitations, warranty loading scripts locking (see protecting

undo locking,exposure logo watermark long-time

exposure setting loop, slide show low battery, indicator

MACINTOSH

software descriptions Macintosh

installing software

system requirements magnifying pictures maintenance, general manual focus manual mode

indicator marking pictures memory

viewing remaining memory card

description

door, locator

reformatting

removing and inserting

troubleshooting mode dial

locator

overview

pictures)protecting

monitor adjustment 72 Mounter software

description

multi-spot

auto focus

name

camera new album

new album

naming setting

on and off, camera 19 on-camera applications

loading selecting using

opening

albums ordering prints overlay

setting

sound

40,

installing software picture

location indicator

too dark or light picture card (see memory card) picture type

description

icon

indicator

setting

22,

pictures

adding sound deleting expanding/collapsing magnifying marking placing in an album protecting taking viewing

pictures remaining

indicator

indicator description playback, setting playing

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sound

35, 51,

time-lapse Plug-In Acquire

description power

management print order printing, tips programmed AE protecting

40,

pictures

quality

description

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setting

understanding quickview

adding sound

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ready light

locator troubleshooting

red-eye

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reduction indicator reformatting the memory card regulatory information remaining number, troubleshooting removing a memory card resolution

setting

understanding review mode

overview

setting

setting preferences

safety 71 scripts

choosing

settings scroll button

locator scrolling select button

locator self-timer

indicator

indicator description

light, locator service numbers service, how to obtain setting

capture preference

quality

resolution

status LCD functions 6

shutter button

troubleshooting using

single-spot

auto focus

sleep

mode

time-out preference

slide show

setting preferences

softkey

description locator

software, KODAK

help Macintosh computers

software,KODAK

Windows-based computers

sound

adding adding to pictures deleting overlay

playing specifications, camera status LCD

locator Status LCD, display still

picture type, indicator

using the shutter button support numbers system requirements

Macintosh

Windows system sounds preference

35, 51,

35,

taking pictures 19, 21 television, viewing pictures text watermark tiff file format time-lapse

picture type, indicator play settings playing

using the shutter button tips for printing tripod socket, locator troubleshooting TWAIN Acquire

software

ultra resolution 25 uncompressed

quality, indicator

setting

12 undo picture protection USB

cable connection support, connection

warranty information 85

watermark

icon

settings

white balance

icon setting

Windows system requirements

zoom

digital

locator

video-out, locator 3 viewfinder

back locator front locator

viewing

pictures pictures on television remaining memory

Kodak DC290 Zoom User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1 Getting Started

Introduction

Camera Features

Camera Front

Camera Back

Camera Bottom

Camera Specifications

Softkeys

Mode Dial and Four-Way Controller

Your Status LCD

Flash

Exposure Compensation

Picture Type

Pictures Remaining

Advanced Capture Mode

Self-Timer

IrDA (Infrared) Communication

Batteries

Installing the Batteries

Quality

Understanding Quality and Resolution

Removable Memory Card

Inserting the Memory Card

Removing the Memory Card

Power Management

Understanding Sleep Mode

Using the AC Adapter

Using the Battery Charger

Battery Guidelines

2 Taking Pictures

Turning the Camera On or Off

Setting the Camera to Capture Mode

Previewing a Picture

Capturing Pictures

Setting Flash, Exposure Compensation, Picture Type, and Quality

Setting the Self-Timer

Using Zoom

Digital Zooming

Defining the Capture Settings

Picture Type Settings

Album Settings

White Balance Settings

Watermark Settings

Advanced Exposure Modes Settings

Advanced Focus Mode Settings

Preferences Settings

Capture

Date and Time

Camera Name

Using Scripts

Loading Scripts onto a Memory Card

Choosing a Script on the Camera

Adding Sound to a Picture in Quickview

3 Reviewing Your Pictures

Setting the Camera to Review Mode

Reviewing Pictures

Viewing the Remaining Memory

Setting Review Mode Preferences

Overlay Preferences

Slide Show Preferences

Video Preferences

Playback Preferences

Format Card Preferences

Print Order Preferences

Marking Pictures

Placing Marked Pictures in an Album

Creating a New Album in Review Mode

Protecting Your Pictures

Copying Marked Pictures from Camera to Camera

Using On-Camera Applications

Loading On-Camera Applications onto a Memory Card

Selecting an On-Camera Application

Opening Albums

Expanding and Collapsing Pictures

Adding Sound to Pictures

Deleting a Picture