Camera Front............................................................................................................................................2-1
Camera Back............................................................................................................................................2-2
Camera Top..............................................................................................................................................2-2
Camera Bottom.........................................................................................................................................2-3
Left Side...................................................................................................................................................2-3
Open Media Door.....................................................................................................................................2-4
Turning the Camera On and Off.......................................................................................................................2-4
Viewfinder and Focus Screen............................................................................. ... ...........................................2-5
Digital Buttons.................................................................................................................................................2-6
Locking and Unlocking the Four-way Switch ......................................................................................2-7
OK Button.................................................................................................................................................2-7
Menu Button.............................................................................................................................................2-8
Digital Status Button..................................................................................................................................2-9
Top Status LCD........................................................................................................................................2-10
Turning Off the Image LCD......................................................................................................................2-12
Digital Status LCD....................................................................................................................................2-13
Using the Menus............................................................................................................................................2-14
Navigating Through the Menus................................................................................................................2-15
Using the Digital Status Button and Digital Status LCD to Highlight Menu Options.................................... 2-16
Using the HotKey Button to Highlight Menu Options................................................................................2-17
Main-Command and Sub-Command Dials......................................................................................................2-18
Mounting the Lens...................................................................................................................................2-18
Removing the Lens...................................................................................................... ... .........................2-19
Depth of Field Preview Button........................................................................................................................2-21
Hot Shoe........................................................................................................................................................2-22
PC Sync Terminal...........................................................................................................................................2-22
Remote Release Accessory Port .....................................................................................................................2-22
Camera Straps ....................................................... ........................................... .............................................2-23
Attaching the Neck Strap .................................................. ........................................... ... .........................2-23
Attaching the Hand Strap.......................................................... ........................................... ....................2-23
3 Powering Your Camera
Powering Your Camera using the Power Module .............................................................................................3-2
Powering Your Camera using a Battery............................................................................................................3-2
Disposing of Batteries...............................................................................................................................3-6
Setting the User Mode...............................................................................................................................4-2
Accessing Functions Using the Basic Menu ...............................................................................................4-3
Digital Status LCD......................................................................................................................................4-3
Using the Digital Status LCD to Highlight Menu Options............................................................................4-4
White Balance...........................................................................................................................................4-5
Setting Raw Resolution..............................................................................................................................4-6
Formatting a Card......................................... ............................................................................................4-8
Changing the Display Contrast...................................................................................................................4-9
Turning the Overexposure Indicator On and Off.....................................................................................4-10
Setting the Time/Date..............................................................................................................................4-13
Using the HotKey button to Highlight Menu Options................................. ... ............................................4-13
Composing, Focusing, and Capturing Images.................................................................................................4-14
Folder and File Naming...................................................................................................................................5-7
Using Job Tracker............................................................................................................................................5-9
Saving a Job Tracker File to a Card.............................................. ........................................... ................... 5-9
Loading a Job Tracker File from a Card...................................................................................................5-10
Loading a Job Tracker File from Camera Memory...................................................................................5-11
Selecting a Language......................................................................................................................................5-11
User Setups....................................................................................................................................................5-13
Creating a New User Setup................................................... ........................................... .. .......................5-13
Loading a Setup from a Card.............................................................................................................5-14
Saving a Setup to a Card....................................................................................................................5-14
Deleting Setups from Camera Memory................. .............................................................................5-15
Selecting a User Setup................................................... ... ........................................... ............................5-15
Editing an Existing Setup.........................................................................................................................5-15
Using Setups on More than One Camera..................................................................................................5-16
Time and Date............................................................ ........................................... ........................................5-17
Setting the User Mode....................................................................................................................................5-18
Using the Vertical Release..............................................................................................................................5-19
Long Exposure............................................................................................... ................................................5-22
Using the Self Timer.......................................................................................................................................5-26
Cancelling the Self Timer.........................................................................................................................5-26
Select a Lens from the User List........................................................................................................5-29
When you Change Lenses..................................................................................................................5-30
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Maintaining the User List.........................................................................................................................5-31
Adding Lenses from the Master List..................................................................................................5-31
Removing Lenses from the User List................................. .............................................. ..................5-33
Saving a List .....................................................................................................................................5-34
Loading a List...................................................................................................................................5-34
Defining New Lenses...............................................................................................................................5-35
Defining New Fixed Lenses...............................................................................................................5-35
Defining New Zoom Lenses ..............................................................................................................5-36
Deleting Defined Lenses................................................................. ... ...............................................5-37
Editing the Lens Name......................................................................................................................5-38
Changing the Strength.............................................................................. ... ............................................5-40
Determining the Optimum Strength..................................................................................................5-40
Assigning Optimum Strengths to Lenses in the User List....................................................................5-41
Resetting to Defaults.........................................................................................................................5-42
Choosing the File Type to be Written to a Card..........................................................................................6-3
File Type and ISO.............................. .. ........................................... ... .................................................6-4
Choosing the JPEG File Type...............................................................................................................6-5
For the Most Accurate Write Speed Measurement...............................................................................6-8
Folders for Captured Images........................................... ................................................................................6-9
Selecting a Capture Folder........................................................................................................................6-9
Creating a New Folder................................................................ ... ... .......................................................6-10
White Balance..................................................................................................................................................7-1
Preset White Balance............................................ ........................................... ... .......................................7-2
Choosing a Focus Mode......................................................................................................................8-1
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AF Area Mode.......................................... ........................................... .. ....................................................8-2
Choosing an AF Area Mode.................................................................................................................8-2
Choosing a Focus Area.......................................................................................................................8-3
Viewfinder and Top Status LCD Indicators ................................................................................................8-4
Operations and Suitable Situations............................................................................................................8-5
Using the Electronic Rangefinder for Manual Focus..................................................................................8-9
Depth of Field and Focus Tracking................................................................................................................8-10
Depth of Field.........................................................................................................................................8-10
Hot Shoe........................................................................................................................................................10-8
PC Sync Terminal...........................................................................................................................................10-8
Using Optional Speedlights ..........................................................................................................................10-13
Notes for Using an Optional Speedlight..................................................................................................10-15
Status Bar................................................................................................................................................11-5
Selecting a Review Folder......................................................... ... ............................................................11-6
Browsing Through Images ......................................................................................................................11-7
Browsing Through Images Using the Nav+ Button............................................................................11-7
Selecting an Image............................................... ........................................... ........................................11-7
Changing Display Contrast and Brightness...............................................................................................11-8
Auto Review...................................................................................................................................................11-9
Advantages to an IEEE 1394 Connection........................................................................................................ 13-1
Advantages to a Card Reader.........................................................................................................................13-1
Connecting Your Camera to the Computer.....................................................................................................13-2
Quitting—Disconnecting from the Computer................................................................................................13-4
Using the Card Reader ...................................................................................................................................13-4
The Imager....................................................................................................................................................14-3
Determining if the Imager is Dirty...........................................................................................................14-3
Examining a Test Image ......................................................... ..........................................................14-3
Inspecting and Cleaning the Imager .................................................................................................14-4
Top and Back Status LCDs.............................................................................................................................14-5
15 Serial Data Collection and Global Positioning System
Serial Data Collection....................................................................................................................................15-1
Connecting a Device to the Serial Port ................................................................. ...................................15-1
Serial In Mode........................................................................................................................................15-2
Serial In Status.............................................................. ... ........................................... .....................15-3
Serial Out Mode......................................................................................................................................15-3
Setting the Baud Rate.............................................................................................................................. 15-4
Global Positioning System..............................................................................................................................15-4
Requirements for Using the GPS Feature.................................................................................................15-4
Using the GPS Feature.............................................................................................................................15-5
Compatible Lenses and Lens Accessories.........................................................................................................B-2
Incompatible Lenses and Lens Accessories......................................................................................................B-3
Appendix C: Troubleshooting
Problems Indicated in the Top Status LCD.......................................................................................................C-1
Other Problems...............................................................................................................................................C-3
Appendix D: Warranty
KODAK PROFESSI0NAL DCS Pro SLR/n Digital Camera.................................................................................... D-1
Outside the United States ................................................................................................................................D-3
Warranty is Not Transferable ..........................................................................................................................D-3
How to Obtain Service.................................................................................................................................... D-4
Product Support Options................................................................................................................................D-5
Glossary
1
Important Information
Thank you for purchasing your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/n
Digital Camera. This portable camera system, which combines technologies
of Eastman Kodak Company and NIKON Corporation, allows you to capture
and store high-resolution, high-quality digital images. Before you start using
the camera, follow the instructions listed below.
• Read the Warranty statement.
• Verify that your MACINTOSH or WINDOWS-based computer meets the
system requirements.
• Read the Warnings section.
• Review the Important Safeguards and Precautions.
• Register your camera. See below.
System Requirements for Your Computer
Refer to the following Web site for system requirements:
www.kodak.com/go/dcs.
Warranty Registration for your Camera
So that we may better serve your support needs, please register your
camera in one of two ways (listed below). Your registration enables you to
download camera firmware, software updates, and technical in formation
for your camera.
•Go to www.kodak.com/go/DCSRegister
• Complete the Registration card (included with your camera).
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Important Information
Warnings
Safety Warnings• To prevent fire or shock hazard, use only the recommended accessories
and attachments.
Operational Warnings• Do not use IEEE 1394 repeaters when connecting your camera. Doing
so can damage the camera.
• Be sure the connector orientation is correct when you connect the IEEE
1394 cable to the computer. Connecting incorrectly can damage your
camera or computer. At the computer connection, the point on the 6-pin
plug must align with the point on the computer port.
• Use extreme care when handling memory cards as they are easily
damaged. If a card is dropped, all data on the card can be lost.
• Do not remove a memory card, the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pr o
Battery, or the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro DC Power Module from
the camera while the memory card icon on the Digital Status LCD or the
Card Busy LED inside the Media door are blinking. The blinking
indicates that data is being read from or written to the card. You may
lose data if you remove a card at this time.
• Operate your camera only from the type of power source indicated on
the name plate of the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro DC Power
Module. A line voltage outside this range can destroy the power module
and/or the camera.
• Use only the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro DC Power Module included
with your camera or available from Kodak as an accessory. Do not plug
other adapters into the camera.
• The KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro DC Power Module is for indoor use
only.
• Do not use the supplied KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro DC Power
Module for any purpose other than for the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS
Pro SLR/n Digital Camera.
• Use the Image LCD to verify that a picture was captured correctly during
your photo session.
• Do not attempt to replace the Focus screen. Return the camera to an
authorized KODAK service center if the focus screen needs replacing.
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Important Safeguards and Precautions
Read Instructions—Read all the safety and operating instructions before
operating your camera.
Follow Instructions—Follow all operating and usage instructions.
Controls—Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions.
Heed Warnings—Heed all warnings on your camera and in the operating
instructions.
Retain Instructions and Packaging—Retain the safety and operating
instructions for future reference. Retain the packing case for use if your
camera needs to be shipped.
Handling—Handle your camera with care. Treat the imager as you would
your best lens. Do not drop your camera. Do not place your camera on an
unstable surface. It can fall, causing serious injury to persons and serious
damage to your camera.
Dust—If you operate the camera in environments with excessive dust
levels, dust may accumulate on the camera.
Water and Moisture—Do not use the camera in dripping or splashing
water or near salt spray , and do not immerse your camera in water or other
liquids. Do not use the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Charger/AC Adapter
near water—for example, near a sink or in a wet room or basement.
Disposal—This digital camera contains lead. Disposal of lead may be
regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or, in the U.S.A., the
Electronics Industry Alliance: www.eiae.org.
Object or Liquid Entry—Never push foreign objects of any kind into
your camera openings. The objects could touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts and cause a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on your camera.
Important Information
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Important Information
Attachments—Do not use attachments that are not recommended. The
use of such attachments may cause hazards and serious damage to your
camera.
Overloading—Do not overload power outlets and extension cords; this
can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
Power-Cord Protections—Route power-supply and other cords so that
you are not likely to walk on them or pinch them with items placed on or
against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, receptacles, and the
point where they leave your camera.
Lightning—For added protection for your camera during a lightning
storm, or any time when you will leave your camera unattended for long
periods of time, unplug the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Charger / AC
Adapter from the power outlet and disconnect the camera from the
computer.
Memory cards—Memory cards (not supplied with the camera) are
fragile devices that can be damaged if not treated with care. See the
documentation accompanying any card you obtain to ensure that you are
handling it as specified, and that you are using the card within its operating
ranges for temperature, humidity, condensation, etc.
Humidity, Condensation—We recommend operating your camera
within the range of 15% to76% relative humidity, non-condensing. If
condensation occurs, added time may be required to read from or write to
a memory card. Condensation may be present if the camera system and/or
memory cards are moved from a relatively cold environment (like an
air-conditioned room) into a warm, humid environment. We recommend
that you allow sufficient time for the camera system and/or memory cards
to normalize within the specified environmental ranges before operation.
(Memory cards may have more restrictive humidity ranges. See the
specifications accompanying your memory cards.)
Temperature—Do not expose the camera and batteries to excessive heat
such as sunshine or fire.
Servicing—Do not attempt to service your camera yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards and
void the warranty.
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Important Information
Damage Requiring Service—Unplug your camera from the wall outlet
and computer, and refer all servicing to the manufacturer under the
following conditions:
• If liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen into your camera.
• If your camera has been exposed to heavy rain or water. (While it is
designed to tolerate a reasonable amount of moisture, your camera is
not waterproof.)
• If your camera does not operate normally according to the operating
instructions.
• If your camera has been dropped or the housing has been damaged.
• When your camera exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Disassembling the Camera—Never attempt to take the camera apart.
The camera is shipped as a single unit.
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Important Information
Electromagnetic Emissions
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 energy and, if not installed and 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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between your camera and receiver.
• Connect your camera into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
VCCI
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control
Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If
this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it
may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to
the instruction manual.
Image LCD
Menu button
Nav+ button
HotKey button
Digital Status button
Digital Status LCD
Viewfinder eyepiece
Diopter Adjustment lever
AE-L/AF-L button
Metering System selector
Main-Command dial
Microphone
OK button
Cancel button
Four -way switch
Four-way switch lock
Delete button
Tag/Record button
Card Busy LED
Media door
Camera Top
Flash Lock Release button
Power switch
Shutter Release button
Flash Exposure
Drive Mode selector
lock release
Camera Strap eyelet
Exposure Mode dial
Drive Mode selector
Hot shoe
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Compensation button
Exposure
Compensation button
LCD Illuminator
Camera Strap eyelet
Top Status LCD
Imager Plane
indicator
Camera Bottom
About Your Camera
Camera strap eyelet
Left Side
Tripod mount
Battery slot
Name plate
Coin cell battery slot
Video Output port
Serial port
Battery slot
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IEEE 1394 port
About Your Camera
Open Media Door
CF Eject button
CF Card slot
Card Busy LED
SD/MMC card slot
Turning the Camera On and Off
Connect your camera to a power source (see page 3-1) before turning it
on.
• Turn the Power Switch On or Off.
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Viewfinder and Focus Screen
About Your Camera
Focus Indicator
Focus area
Metering system
Auto Exposure Lock indicator
Shutter Speed
Aperture
Flash Ready light
Exposure Compensation value /
Flash Exposure Compensation value
Exposure Compensation
Flash Exposure Compensation
Exposure mode /
Electronic analog exposure display /
Exposure Compensation value display
NOTE: Do not attempt to replace the Focus screen. Return the camera to
an authorized KODAK service center.
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About Your Camera
Digital Buttons
Menu button
Nav+ button
HotKey button
Digital Status button
OK button
Cancel button
Four-way switch
Delete button
Four-way switch lock
Tag/Record button
NOTE: Use the buttons at the left of the Image LCD with the Four-way
switch. Use the buttons at the right of the Image LCD without the
Four-way switch.
Four-way SwitchWhen the Image LCD is off, use the Four-way switch to select a focus area
(see page 8-3). When the Image LCD is on, use the Four-way switch to
access digital functions (see below).
Press the right or left side of the Four-way switch to:
• Navigate through images in Image mode
• Move the Region of Interest box right or left in Zoom Image mode
• Navigate among tabbed menus
• When a menu option is highlighted, press the right side of the Four-way
switch to display/enable a cascaded menu (press the left side to
remove/disable the cascaded menu)
Press the top or bottom of the Four-way switch to:
• Navigate among Image modes
• Move the Region of Interest box up or down in Zoom Image mode
• Navigate among menu options
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About Your Camera
Locking and Unlocking the
Four-way Switch
The Four -way switch does not work if the Four-way switch lock is on. There
may be occasions where you want it locked to prevent changing certain
settings.
• Rotate the Four-way switch lock lever to the right to lock the switch.
Rotate it to the left to unlock.
OK Button• If the Image LCD is off, turns it on in Image mode (see page 11-1)
• Implements a highlighted menu option
• Enables the Region of Interest box in Zoom Image mode
(see page 11-3)
• Implements a zoom in Zoom Image mode
• Accepts changes and dismisses confirmation screens
Cancel Button• Turns off the Image LCD in Image mode
• Exits menus without applying changes
• Disables the Region of Interest box in Zoom Image mode
• Dismisses a confirmation screen without accepting the change
• Displays Image mode when a menu is displayed
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About Your Camera
Menu Button• If the Image LCD is off, turns it on and displays a menu (last-accessed
menu option highlighted)
• Displays a menu when the Image LCD is in Image mode (last-accessed
menu option is highlighted)
• Displays Image mode when a menu is displayed
Nav+ ButtonThe Nav+ button provides an efficient method of navigating among folders
and images within a folder.
• If the Image LCD is off, turns it on in the last-accessed Image mode with
Nav+ overlay
• If the Image LCD is on, displays the last-accessed Image mode with
Nav+ overlay
• Navigates to higher or lower numbered folders when pressed and held
while you press the top or bottom of the Four-way switch
• Displays every tenth higher or lower numbered image within a folder
when pressed and held while you press the right or left side of the
Four-way switch
HotKey ButtonThe HotKey button provides a shortcut to frequently used (user-definable)
digital functions.
NOTE: The Digital Status button (see page 2-9) provides shortcuts to
specific capture-critical functions. Use the HotKey button for
functions not already available through the Digital Status button.
• If the Image LCD is off, turns it on and displays the menu with the
highlighted menu option associated with the first HotKey position
• If the Image LCD is on, displays the menu with the highlighted menu
option associated with the first HotKey position
• Highlights the menu option for the next / previous HotKey position when
pressed and held while you press the left or right of the Four-way switch
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About Your Camera
Digital Status ButtonThe Digital Status button (used with the Digital Status LCD) provides a
shortcut to capture-critical menu options on the Image LCD.
(See page 2-16.)
• Highlights the last-used function on the Digital Status LCD and highlights
its associated menu option on the Image LCD
• Selects a different function on the Digital Status LCD and highlights its
associated menu option on the Image LCD when pressed and held while
you press the right, left, top, or bottom of the Four-way switch
• If the Image LCD is off, turns it on and displays the menu with the
highlighted menu option associated with the last-accessed Digital Status
LCD function. The menu has a disabled appearance.
Delete ButtonThe Delete button is only enabled when the Image LCD is in Image mode.
• Displays a screen with five options for deleting the image.
Tag/Record ButtonThe Tag/Record button is only enabled when the Image LCD is in Image
mode.
• Press and release quickly (less than one second) to display the tag
options
• Press and hold (longer than one second) to activate the microphone
and record an annotation
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About Your Camera
LCDs
Top Status LCD
Shutter speed / Exposure Compensation value
Flash Exposure Compensation
Exposure Compensation
Flexible Program
Flash Sync Mode
Image LCDUsing the Image LCD you can:
• Conveniently evaluate and review images in the camera
NOTE: Occasionally there are a few pixels in the LCD that are either
brighter or darker than the scene depicted. These pixels, few in
number, do not affect the quality of the captured image.
Furthermore, they do not affect the evaluation of a scene, the
exposure or color of the image, or the control of the camera. You
are able to fully utilize all the camera features and performance in
this instance.
Bracketing bar graphs
Aperture
Custom Setting
Battery power
Focus area
Auto Exposure bracketing
• Use tabbed menus to access digital functions
NOTE: The Image LCD screen shown here appears when the camera is in
Advanced mode. In Basic mode (see page 4-1) only some of the
information appears.
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