KODAK EASYSHARE DX3215
Zoom Digital Camera
User’s Guide
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Eastman Kodak Company
343 State Street
Rochester, New York 14650
© Eastman Kodak Company, 2001
Kodak, EasyShare, and Ektanar are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.
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Back View
Product Over view
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1 Power button
2 Ready light
3 Viewfinder
4 LCD screen
5 Flash button
6 Select button
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8 Wrist strap post
9 Mode selector
10 4-way arrow button
11 Zoom (Telephoto/Wide Angle) button
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2 Shutter button
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Bottom View
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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started ...................................................................1
What Can I Do With My Camera?............................................1
What Can I Do With My Digital Pictures?............................1
Camera Package Contents .....................................................2
Attaching the Wrist Strap.................................................... 3
Loading the Battery................................................................. 3
Turning the Camera On and Off ............................................ 4
Checking the Battery Level....................................................5
Automatic Powerdown Saves Batteries ...........................6
Checking Camera Status.........................................................7
Status Bar Icons .................................................................7
Inserting an Optional MMC/SD Card .................................. 8
Choosing Internal or Removable Memory..........................10
Checking Your Picture’s Location..................................10
2 Taking Pictures ..................................................................11
Taking a Picture.........................................................................11
Previewing Your Picture on the LCD ................................... 12
Displaying the Picture Just Taken......................................13
Using the Flash.........................................................................14
Using the Zoom.........................................................................15
Other Picture-Taking Settings ............................................16
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3 Reviewing Your Pictures .................................................17
Viewing Pictures on the LCD..................................................17
Deleting Pictures .....................................................................18
Selecting Pictures for Printing............................................18
Creating a Print Order......................................................18
Resolution and Print Sizes .............................................19
Running a Slide Show.............................................................20
Starting the Slide Show.................................................20
Other Review Settings ..........................................................20
4 Customizing Your Camera Settings ...........................21
Setup Options...........................................................................21
Capture Options...................................................................... 22
Setting Image Quality ..................................................... 22
Setting Macro....................................................................22
Turning QuickView On or Off ...........................................22
Review Options.........................................................................23
Starting a Selectable-Interval Slide Show ...............23
Setting Video Out.............................................................23
Print Order..........................................................................24
Copying Pictures .....................................................................25
Viewing Camera Information................................................25
Formatting Camera Memory or MMC/SD Card.............26
Selecting a Language ............................................................ 27
Date/Time Settings ............................................................... 27
Setting the Date and Time............................................ 27
Selecting a Date/Time Format.....................................28
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Placing the Date on Pictures ........................................28
5 Installing the Software ................................................. 29
MACINTOSH OS X Notice.....................................................29
Install the Software ..............................................................30
Software Included With Your Camera ............................... 31
KODAK Picture Transfer Software ..............................31
KODAK Picture Software................................................ 31
KODAK Camera Connection Software......................... 31
APPLE QUICKTIME Software.......................................... 31
Computer System Requirements...................................... 32
WINDOWS-Based System Requirements.................. 32
MACINTOSH System Requirements........................... 32
6 Transferring Pictures To Your Computer ................33
Before You Transfer Pictures.............................................33
Connecting to Your Computer............................................33
Connecting With the USB Cable...................................33
Connecting With the EASYSHARE Camera Dock... 34
Transferring Your Pictures..................................................34
Transferring on a WINDOWS-based Computer ........34
Transferring on a MACINTOSH Computer.................35
Turning Off KODAK Picture Software Autostart ... 35
Working With Your Pictures.................................................35
Transferring Your Pictures Manually................................36
On a WINDOWS-based Computer.................................36
On a MACINTOSH Computer .........................................36
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KODAK Camera Connection Software Online Help. 36
Printing Your Pictures...........................................................37
From KODAK Picture Software.................................... 37
From an MMC/SD Card ...................................................37
7 Using the EASYSHARE Camera Dock ......................39
EASYSHARE Camera Dock Package Contents.............39
Installing the Dock Insert.....................................................40
Connecting the EASYSHARE Camera Dock...................40
Installing the Battery Pack in the Camera...................... 41
Docking the Camera................................................................ 41
Charging the Battery Pack..................................................42
Transferring Pictures ............................................................43
Using a Tripod ..........................................................................43
8 Troubleshooting Problems ........................................... 45
Troubleshooting - Camera....................................................45
Troubleshooting - EASYSHARE Camera Dock ..............52
9 Getting Help ....................................................................55
Software Help ..........................................................................55
Kodak Online Services............................................................55
Kodak Fax Support.................................................................55
Telephone Customer Support..............................................56
Before You Call...................................................................56
Telephone Numbers...........................................................56
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10 Appendix ..........................................................................59
DX3215 Camera Specifications..........................................59
EASYSHARE Camera Dock Specifications.....................61
Original Factory Settings - Camera................................. 62
Using Your Batteries ............................................................62
Tips, Safety, Maintenance...................................................63
Camera Accessories..............................................................64
Picture Storage Capacities ................................................65
Locating Pictures on an MMC/SD Card ..........................65
Picture File Naming Conventions .......................................66
File Naming Conventions on an MMC/SD card ........66
File Naming Conventions in Internal Memory............66
File Naming Conventions After a Copy.......................67
Regulatory Information......................................................... 67
FCC Compliance and Advisory....................................... 67
Canadian DOC Statement.............................................68
Japanese VCCI Statement............................................68
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Chapter 1
1 Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of the KODAK EASYSHARE DX3215 Zoom
Digital Camera.
What Can I Do With My Camera?
Capture Enjoy point-and-shoot operation. Store pictures in the camera’s
8 MB internal memory or on an optional, removable MultiMedia (MMC) or
Secure Digital (SD) Card.
Review Display your pictures on the LCD screen, delete unwanted
pictures, and run a slide show of the pictures in your camera.
Set Up Select camera settings.
What Can I Do With My Digital Pictures?
After you install the included software:
Transfer—Transfer pictures to your computer.
Share—E-mail pictures to friends and family.
Print—Print to your home printer, make prints at a KODAK Picture Maker
kiosk, or take your MMC/SD card to your photo retailer for printing.
Have fun—Add special effects; make a slide show; fix red-eye; crop and
rotate; and much more.
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Camera Package Contents
The KODAK EASYSHARE DX3215 Zoom Digital Camera includes:
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NOTE: * AA lithium batteries may be provided. If your camera was packaged
with a KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock, the KODAK Ni-MH
Rechargeable Battery Pack is provided. For details on using the
EASYSHARE Camera Dock, see page 39.
** The Dock insert is used to custom-fit your camera to the optional
KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock.
*** In some countries, the User’s Guide is provided on a CD instead of
in printed form.
A KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock may also be purchased separately at your
KODAK retail dealer or at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
1 Camera
2 Lithium battery, KCRV3 or equivalent*
3 Wrist strap
4 USB cable
5 Video cable
6 Dock insert**
7 User’s Guide***, Quick Start Guide, and
Software CD (not shown)
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Chapter 1
Attaching the Wrist Strap
Thread the strap as shown.
Loading the Battery
A KODAK Lithium Battery, KCRV3 (or equivalent) is included.*
1 Open the battery door.
2 Insert the battery as shown.
3 Close the battery door.
NOTE: If the battery is removed after the Date/
Time are set (page 27), the camera will
retain the setting for approximately 10
minutes.
See page 62 for the types of batteries you can use in your camera. For
acceptable battery life and to make sure your camera operates dependably,
do not use alkaline batteries.
NOTE: * AA lithium batteries may be provided. If your camera was packaged
with a KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock, the KODAK Ni-MH
Rechargeable Battery Pack is provided. For details on charging and
loading the Battery Pack, see page 42.
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Chapter 1
Turning the Camera On and Off
Power button
NOTE: The first time the camera is turned on, the Language and Date/Time
need to be set. (See page 27.) If the batteries are removed for an
extended time, the Date/Time need to be reset.
1 To turn the camera on, press the power
button until the ready light glows.
The ready light glows orange while the
camera performs a self-check. When the
ready light glows steady green (and the
Mode selector is set to Capture ) the
camera is ready to take pictures.
2 To turn the camera off, press the power
button until the ready light turns off.
The camera completes any Save, Delete,
or Copy operations that are in process.
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Checking the Battery Level
Check the battery power level before taking pictures. For guidelines on battery
usage, see page 62.
1 Turn the camera on.
2 Check the battery status symbol that appears on the LCD.
Full — batteries have adequate power.
Low —batteries need to be replaced or recharged soon.
Exhausted (blinking) —batteries are too weak to power the
camera. Replace or recharge the batteries.
When the batteries are exhausted, the ready light blinks red for 5 seconds,
then the camera turns off.
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION
For acceptable battery life and dependable operation, do not use
alkaline batteries.
These activities can shorten battery life:
m Using the LCD as the viewfinder (see page 12)
m Reviewing your pictures on the LCD (see page 13)
m Excessive use of the flash
NOTE: If you are using a KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock, keep your camera
docked there for constant Battery Pack charging. For details on using
the EASYSHARE Camera Dock, see page 39.
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Automatic Powerdown Saves Batteries
The powerdown feature extends battery life by turning off the LCD or camera
power when the camera is inactive.
Mode When Using Batteries When Docked
Capture LCD turns off after 1 minute;
camera turns off after 5 minutes
Review Camera turns off after 5 minutes
Setup Camera turns off after 5 minutes
(unless in slide show)
PC Connect Camera turns off after 5 minutes
LCD turns off after 20
minutes; camera
remains on
Camera remains on
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Chapter 1
Checking Camera Status
In Capture mode, press Select at any time to check which camera settings are
active.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Capture and turn the camera on.
2 Press Select.
The current camera status icons are displayed on the LCD. If an icon is
not displayed, that camera feature is not currently activated.
Status Bar Icons
Auto
Fill
Red-eye
Off
Flash Quality Pictures remaining Date stamp
Full battery Low battery Exhausted battery (blinking)
Best
Good
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Inserting an Optional MMC/SD Card
To insert a card:
1 Turn the camera off.
2 Open the card door.
3 Orient the card as shown.
4 Push the card into the slot to seat the
connector. Close the door.
CAUTION:
Notched corner of card
Use only certified cards that carry the MultiMedia or Secure Digital logo.
See page 65 for storage capacities.
The card can only be inserted
one way. Forcing the card may
damage your camera.
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To remove a card:
1 Turn the camera off.
2 Open the card door.
3 Push the end of the card in, then release it.
When it is partially ejected, remove the
card.
CAUTION:
Do not insert or remove a card
when the ready light is
blinking. Doing so may damage
your pictures, card, or camera.
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Choosing Internal or Removable Memory
If an MMC/SD card is inserted in the camera, new pictures are stored on the
card. If no card is inserted, new pictures are stored in internal memory.
NOTE: You can capture pictures in internal memory, then copy them to an
MMC/SD card (see page 25).
Checking Your Picture’s Location
1 Slide the Mode selector to Review .
The storage location icon indicates the
location of the picture.
— picture is stored on an MMC/SD
card
—picture is stored in internal memory
Mode Selector
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Chapter 2
2 Taking Pictures
Taking a Picture
1 Slide the Mode selector to Capture and
turn the camera on.
2 Frame your subject using the viewfinder, or
turn Preview on (see page 12) and use the
LCD.
3 Press the Shutter button halfway down to set
Mode Selector
Shutter button
CAUTION:
Do not insert or remove an MMC/SD card when the ready
light is blinking. Doing so may damage your pictures,
MMC/SD card, or camera.
the exposure.
4 Press the Shutter button completely down to
take the picture.
The ready light blinks green while the
picture is being saved.
The ready light blinks orange and green
when the flash is recharging. If necessary,
wait for the flash to charge before taking
the next picture.
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Chapter 2
Previewing Your Picture on the LCD
When the Preview feature is on, you can use the LCD as a viewfinder.
NOTE: Preview is required when you are using the Digital Zoom (see page 15)
feature.
To turn Preview on:
1 Slide the Mode selector to Capture .
2 Press the Select button.
The LCD displays a live image and the status bar.
3 Center your subject on the LCD, and press the Shutter button halfway down
to set the exposure. Press the Shutter button completely down to take the
picture.
4 To turn Preview off, press Select twice.
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Displaying the Picture Just Taken
The QuickView feature displays a picture on the LCD immediately after you take
it. While the picture is displayed, you can delete it to conserve storage space.
Shutter button
Delete button
NOTES:
m To turn QuickView off, see page 22.
m When Preview is on, QuickView is also on (regardless of the QuickView
setting).
Press the Shutter button to take a picture.
The picture is briefly displayed on the LCD
with the icon.
To Delete the picture just taken:
1 While the is displayed, press the Delete
button.
2 Follow the screens prompts.
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Using the Flash
Use the flash when taking pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy
shadows. The flash is effective 2.5 to 7.9 feet (0.8 to 2.4 m).
Flash button
Auto Flash—Use for subjects other than people.
Fill—Use when bright light comes from behind the subject.
Red-eye—Use for people and animals.
Off—Use in existing light, or when flash is prohibited.
NOTE: All flash options revert to Auto when the camera is turned off.
Press the button repeatedly to scroll
through the flash options.
The flash icon that is displayed on the LCD
Status Bar is the active option.
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Chapter 2
Using the Zoom
This camera provides a 2X optical zoom and a 2X digital zoom.
Telephoto (T)
Wide angle (W)
1 Set the Mode selector to Capture .
2 Press the Telephoto (T) button until the
desired optical zoom magnification is
reached.
The optically-zoomed image appears in
the viewfinder (and in the LCD, if Preview
is turned on).
3 Take the picture.
4 OPTIONAL: If optical zoom is extended to
the 2X maximum, an additional 2X digital
magnification can be applied by pressing
the Telephoto (T) button again.
The LCD turns on, if it is not already. The
digitally-zoomed image and “2X” are
displayed.
NOTE: You may notice a decrease in printed
image quality when using digital zoom.
5 Use the LCD to frame the subject. Take the
picture.
6 Press the Wide angle (W) button to turn off
digital zoom.
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Chapter 2
Other Picture-Taking Settings
Setting Page
Set Picture Quality see page 22
Set Macro Mode see page 22
Turn QuickView Off see page 22
Place the Date on Pictures see page 28
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Chapter 3
3 Reviewing Your Pictures
Use Review mode to display and work with the pictures stored in your
camera’s internal memory or on an MMC/SD card.
Viewing Pictures on the LCD
1 Slide the Mode selector to Review .
The camera accesses either the internal
memory or the MMC/SD card (see
page 10) and displays the last picture
taken.
Mode Selector
The icons displayed with the picture indicate the applied features:
Print order Frame number Picture Location
Best
Good
Quality Full battery Low battery Exhausted battery
2 Press the buttons to scroll forward or
backward through the pictures.
3 To exit Review mode, slide the Mode
selector to Capture or Setup .
Internal memory
MMC/SD card
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Deleting Pictures
To delete pictures from a card, insert the card. To delete pictures from internal
memory, remove the card.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Review .
2 Press the buttons to display the picture to be deleted.
3 Press the Delete button.
4 Highlight the delete option:
m ALL PICTURES: deletes all of the pictures in internal memory or on the
card.
m NONE: returns to the displayed picture.
m THIS PICTURE: deletes the displayed picture, then displays the next
available picture.
5 Press Select and follow the prompts.
Selecting Pictures for Printing
Use the Print Order feature to select pictures on an MMC/SD card for printing.
NOTE: Print Order is available only for the pictures stored on an MMC/SD card,
not for pictures stored in internal memory.
Creating a Print Order
1 Slide the Mode selector to Review , then scroll until the desired picture
is displayed.
2 Press the buttons to select the desired number of prints.
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Resolution and Print Sizes
Setting Sensor Resolution
(pixels)
Best 1280 x 960 Up to 5 x 7
Best (with 2X digital zoom) 640 x 480 Up to 3 x 5
Good 640 x 480 Up to 3 x 5
Maximum
Recommended
Print Size (inches)
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Chapter 3
Running a Slide Show
You can display pictures on the camera LCD, a television screen, or any
external video device equipped with a video input.
To run the slide show on a television:
m Connect the video cable (included with the
camera) from the video-out port on the
camera to the video-in port on your
television.
m Refer to your television User’s Guide for
Video Out
The camera LCD turns off and the television screen acts as the camera
display.
details on video-in setup.
Starting the Slide Show
1 Slide the Mode selector to Review and press Select.
Each picture from internal memory or card is displayed once at a 5second interval.
2 To cancel the Slide Show, press Select.
Other Review Settings
Feature Page
Starting a Selectable-interval Slide Show see page 23
Copy Pictures from Internal Memory to Card see page 25
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Chapter 4
4 Customizing Your Camera
Settings
Slide the Mode selector to Setup to customize the camera settings.
Setup Options
Capture Options (page 22)Format (page 26)
Review Options (page 23) Language (page 27)
Copy (page 25)Date/Time (page 27)
About Camera (page 25)
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Capture Options
Setting Image Quality
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Capture Options icon, then the
3 Highlight the desired Quality setting, then press Select.
Setting Macro
Use the Macro setting to photograph images as close as 9.8 inches (25 cm)
from the lens.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Capture Options icon, then the
3 Highlight ON, then press Select.
Turning QuickView On or Off
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Capture Options icon, then the
3 Highlight the desired setting, then press Select.
buttons to highlight Image Quality. Press Select.
m Good (640 x 480) for small print sizes, e-mailing, or screen
display. Pictures are low resolution and file sizes are small.
m Best (1280 x 960) for detailed images and prints up to
5 x 7 inches.
The setting remains until you change it.
buttons to highlight Macro. Press Select.
buttons to highlight QuickView. Press Select.
The setting remains until you change it.
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Review Options
Starting a Selectable-Interval Slide Show
You can set the display interval to 5, 10, 30, or 60 seconds.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Review Options icon, then the
3 Select how long you wish to display each picture, then press Select.
4 To cancel the Slide Show, press Select.
Setting Video Out
Use the Video Out feature to match the camera’s video signal to the standard
that applies in your geographical location. Video Out must be set correctly to
run a slide show on a television or other external device.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Review Options icon.
3 Press the buttons to highlight Video Out, then press Select.
4 Highlight the desired setting, then press Select.
buttons to highlight Slide Show. Press Select.
Each picture from internal memory or MMC/SD card is displayed once
at the desired interval. The setting remains until you turn off the
camera.
m NTSC: Standard used in most countries except Europe. The United
States and Japan use NTSC.
m PAL: Standard used in European countries.
The setting remains until you change it.
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Print Order
Before using this feature, ensure that an MMC/SD card is inserted in the
camera.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Review Options icon, then the
3 Select All Pictures (applies to all pictures on MMC/SD card), Cancel Order,
4 Press the buttons to select the desired number of prints. Press
buttons to highlight Print Order. Press Select.
or Future Pictures (applies to future pictures and leaves current pictures
unchanged). Press Select.
Select.
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Chapter 4
Copying Pictures
The Copy feature lets you copy pictures from the camera’s internal memory to
an MMC/SD card.
NOTE: Before using this feature, ensure that an MMC/SD card is inserted in the
camera.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Copy menu , then press
Select.
A progress bar appears, then disappears when the pictures are copied. For
information on picture numbering after a copy, see page 66.
NOTE: Pictures are copied, not moved. If you wish to remove the pictures from
internal memory after they are copied, delete them manually (see
page 18).
Viewing Camera Information
The About this Camera feature displays information about the camera.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight About .
The information includes camera model and current firmware
version.
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Formatting Camera Memory or MMC/SD Card
You may need to format the camera’s internal memory if it becomes corrupted.
You may need to format an MMC/SD card if it becomes corrupted or if it was
used in a different device. When formatting is necessary, an error message
appears on the LCD. See page 51 for error messages.
CAUTION:
Formatting erases everything from the internal memory or
MMC/SD card. Removing the MMC/SD card during
formatting may damage the card.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Format menu.
3 Highlight the Format option you want to use:
m FORMAT CARD: erases all of the information on the MMC/SD card and
reformats the card for use in the camera.
m FORMAT INTERNAL: erases all of the information in the camera’s
internal memory and reformats the memory.
m CANCEL FORMAT: exits without erasing anything.
4 Press Select.
5 Highlight Continue, then press Select.
When the formatting is complete, the Setup menu is displayed.
NOTE: Once formatting begins, there is no way to undo the function.
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Selecting a Language
The Language feature allows you to display the menus and screen messages in
different languages.
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Language menu, then press
Select.
3 Highlight the language you want to use.
4 Press Select to accept the changes and return to the Setup menu.
The screen text is displayed in the selected language. The setting
remains until you change it.
Date/Time Settings
Setting the Date and Time
Set the date and time if you want to imprint the date on your pictures (see
page 28).
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Date/Time Set menu.
3 Press the buttons to highlight SET, then press Select.
The date format is DD/MM/YYYY. The time is displayed in a 24-hour
format.
4 Press the buttons to move through the fields. Press the buttons
to adjust the date and time settings.
5 Press Select to accept the changes.
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Selecting a Date/Time Format
1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
2 Press the buttons to highlight the Date/Time Set menu.
3 Press the buttons to highlight DISPLAY, then press Select.
4 Press the buttons to highlight the desired date format.
5 Press Select.
Placing the Date on Pictures
Use the Date Stamp setting to imprint the date on your pictures.
1 Make sure the camera date and time are correct (see page 27).
2 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .
3 Press the buttons to highlight the Date/Time Set icon, then the
4 Select ON or OFF.
5 Press Select.
buttons to select STAMP. Press Select.
The current date is printed in the bottom right corner of pictures you
take while Date Stamp is on. The setting remains until you change it.
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Chapter 5
5 Installing the Software
Make sure that you install the software from the KODAK Picture Software CD
before you transfer pictures from your camera to the computer.
MACINTOSH OS X Notice
Do not install KODAK Camera Connection Software or KODAK
Picture Transfer Software. OS X ships with an image capture application
that provides the functionality of both applications. These two applications are
unnecessary and will not function if installed on OS X. The OS X image capture
application launches when the camera is connected with the USB cable or the
KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock.
You may wish to install KODAK Picture Software for picture viewing,
editing, and sharing. Picture Software installs and runs with OS X in Classic
mode.
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Install the Software
1 Before you begin, close all software applications.
2 Place the KODAK Picture Software CD into the CD-ROM drive.
3 Load the software:
On a WINDOWS-based computer—usually, the first install window
automatically appears. If it does not, choose Run from the Start menu and
type the drive letter that contains the CD followed by \setup.exe. For
example: d:\setup.exe
On a MACINTOSH computer—click Continue on the install window that
automatically appears.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If prompted,
restart the computer when the installation is complete.
To install all applications on the CD, select Typical when prompted.
To choose the applications you wish to install, select Custom when
prompted. See page 31 for a description of the applications that are
included on the CD.
NOTE: Electronically register your camera and software when prompted. This
allows you to receive information regarding software updates, and
registers some of the products included with the camera. You must be
connected to your Internet service provider to register electronically.
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Software Included With Your Camera
The KODAK Picture Software CD contains the following software:
KODAK Picture Transfer Software
Automatically transfer your pictures from the camera to the computer, then
organize and rename your picture files. See page 33 for more information.
KODAK Picture Software
After you have transferred your pictures to your computer, use KODAK Picture
Software to:
m View and share your pictures.
m Add special effects, make a custom slide show, fix red-eye, crop and rotate,
and much more.
m E-mail your pictures to friends and family.
See page 34 for more information.
KODAK Camera Connection Software
KODAK Camera Connection Software displays the camera as a removable drive
on your desktop. Access the pictures in your camera as you would the contents
of any removable drive to transfer, copy, move, rename, or delete the pictures.
For more information, see Transferring Your Pictures Manually on page 36.
APPLE QUICKTIME Software
QUICKTIME allows you to play back the portable slide show (KODAK Picture
Road Show) that you create in KODAK Picture Software. For more information,
refer to the QUICKTIME online help.
NOTE: Your CD may contain additional software. Refer to online help supplied
with each application.
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Computer System Requirements
For acceptable picture transfer and editing, we recommend the following
minimum requirements:
WINDOWS-Based System Requirements
m Personal computer designed for WINDOWS 98, 98SE, ME, or 2000
m Personal computer with CD-ROM drive, minimum 200 MHz
microprocessor
m Available USB port
m Color display monitor with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480
(1024 x 768 recommended); (16-bit High Color or 24-bit True Color
recommended)
m 32 MB of available RAM; 70 MB of available hard disk space
MACINTOSH System Requirements
m PowerPC-based MACINTOSH computer with CD-ROM drive
m Operating system 8.6, 9.0x, 9.1, X
m Available USB port or MMC/SD card reader
m Color display monitor with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480 (1024 x
768 recommended); (Thousands or Millions recommended)
m 64 MB of available RAM; 100 MB of available hard disk space
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6 Transferring Pictures To
Your Computer
Before You Transfer Pictures
Before you connect your camera and transfer pictures, make sure you
have installed the software from the KODAK Picture Software CD (see
page 30).
Connecting to Your Computer
You can transfer your pictures from your camera to your computer using
either the provided USB cable or the optional KODAK EASYSHARE Camera
Dock.
Connecting With the USB Cable
1 Turn the camera off.
2 Plug the labeled ( ) end of the USB cable
into the labeled USB port on your computer.
If the port is not labeled, see your computer
User’s Guide.
3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the
labeled USB port on the camera.
4 Turn the camera on.
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1 Open the connection door on the bottom of
the camera.
2 Place the camera in the EASYSHARE Camera
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You can transfer files while the green
light is blinking.
For more information, see Using the
EASYSHARE Camera Dock (page 39).
Transferring Your Pictures
KODAK Picture Transfer Software automatically opens when you have
connected as shown in the previous section (Connecting to Your Computer on
page 33).
Transferring on a WINDOWS-based Computer
m Click Transfer Now to transfer your pictures to the computer.
Your pictures are transferred to the following default location on your
computer: C:\Kodak Pictures.
m If you wish to change the default location, Click Setup before you
click Transfer Now.
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Transferring on a MACINTOSH Computer
m Select the Automatic Transfer radio button, then click Transfer.
Automatic Transfer copies all pictures from the picture storage
location to your computer.
m Or, select the Guided Transfer radio button, then click Transfer.
Guided Transfer lets you review each picture, name it, and select a
destination folder on your computer.
Turning Off KODAK Picture Software Autostart
If you do not want KODAK Picture Transfer and Picture Software to start
automatically, you can turn the auto start feature off. For this and other detailed
information on using Picture Transfer Software, refer to the online help:
On a WINDOWS-based computer—right-click the Picture Transfer icon on
the taskbar, then select Learn more about this application.
On a MACINTOSH computer—click the Help icon in the application
window.
Working With Your Pictures
When your pictures are transferred, Picture Transfer Software closes and
KODAK Picture Software opens.
In the KODAK Picture Software window, click the thumbnail of a picture to
display it in the main window. Click the online help button for details on how
to:
m add special effects, make a custom slide show, fix red-eye, crop, and rotate
m e-mail pictures
m print to your personal printer
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Transferring Your Pictures Manually
KODAK Camera Connection Software lets you directly access the pictures in
your camera and allows you to: display and browse thumbnails of your
pictures, copy all or selected pictures to your computer, open a picture
directly in third-party applications, delete pictures from a storage location,
format the camera internal memory or MMC/SD card, and view information on
a selected picture.
Connect your camera to the computer (see page 33) and access your pictures
as follows:
On a WINDOWS-based Computer
m When you connect your camera to the computer (see page 33), a camera
icon appears in the My Computer window and acts as a removable drive.
m Double-click the camera icon in the My Computer window.
m The Camera window opens and displays the camera internal memory and
MMC/SD card as subfolders.
On a MACINTOSH Computer
m The camera internal memory and MMC/SD card are displayed as separate
icons on the desktop.
m If the icons are not displayed, turn the camera off and then turn it back on.
For information on picture names and locations, see page 66.
KODAK Camera Connection Software Online Help
For information on using Camera Connection Software, refer to the online
help:
On a WINDOWS computer—right-click the camera icon in the My
Computer window, then select Camera Help.
On a MACINTOSH system—on the Finder menu bar, choose Camera
Camera Help.
→
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Printing Your Pictures
From KODAK Picture Software
Print to your home printer with KODAK Premium Picture Paper.
From an MMC/SD Card
m Take your MMC/SD card to your local photo retailer for printing.
m Make your own prints at any KODAK Picture Maker kiosk.
For recommended print sizes, see “Resolution and Print Sizes” on page 19.
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7 Using the EASYSHARE
Camera Dock
The KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock makes it easy to transfer pictures to the
computer. In addition, the Dock is a rapid battery charger for the included
KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack, and supplies power to the camera.
To keep the Battery Pack charged and the camera ready to take pictures, store
the camera in the Dock when you are not using it.
NOTE: A Dock insert, packaged with all KODAK DX-series cameras, is required
to custom-fit the camera into the EASYSHARE Camera Dock. Make sure
you received an insert with the camera.
If an EASYSHARE Camera Dock was not included with the camera, you can
purchase one as an accessory. See your KODAK retail dealer or visit our Web
site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
EASYSHARE Camera Dock Package Contents
The EASYSHARE Camera Dock is packaged with the following items.
1 EASYSHARE Camera Dock
2
3
2 AC power adapter
Some adapters may be different from the
one pictured.
3 KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack
4 Quick Start Guide (not shown)
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Installing the Dock Insert
KODAK DX-series cameras are packaged with a Dock insert, which is used to
custom-fit the camera to the EASYSHARE Camera Dock.
1 Place the front tabs on the insert into the
slots in the EASYSHARE Camera Dock cavity.
2 Fit the insert down into the cavity and snap
the insert into place.
Connecting the EASYSHARE Camera Dock
Ensure that you have installed the software from the KODAK Picture
Software CD (see page 30). Then, remove the camera from the EASYSHARE
Camera Dock.
1 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable
(included with camera) into the labeled
USB port on the computer.
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2
3
Your AC adapter may be different from the one pictured, or may have
additional plugs. Use the plug that accommodates your type of power outlet.
Keep the EASYSHARE Camera Dock connected for transferring pictures. Keep
the AC adapter connected for charging the Battery Pack and providing power to
the camera.
2 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the
labeled USB connector on the back of the
Dock.
3 Plug the AC adapter (included with the
Dock) into the back of the Dock and into a
power outlet.
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Installing the Battery Pack in the Camera
1 Open the battery door on the side of the
camera.
2 Install the Battery Pack as illustrated.
3 Close the battery door.
CAUTION:
The Battery Pack can only be inserted into the camera in
the orientation shown. If the Battery Pack does not easily
install, reposition it and try again. DO NOT FORCE IT.
Doing so can damage the camera.
NOTE: The batteries in the Battery Pack are not charged. See page 42 for
charging instructions.
Docking the Camera
When you are ready to transfer pictures from the camera to the computer, or
charge the Battery Pack, connect the camera to the EASYSHARE Camera Dock
by placing (docking) the camera in the Dock.
1 Turn the camera off.
2 On the camera bottom, slide the Dock
Connection Door until it opens.
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Place the camera in the Dock, and push
3
down to seat the connectors. The Dock
locator pin fits into the camera tripod
socket.
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connectors are properly seated. The
camera is now powered by the Dock.
NOTE: If the Battery Pack requires charging, the Dock light turns red and
charging begins.
Charging the Battery Pack
The batteries in the Battery Pack are not charged.
1 Turn the camera off.
2 Make sure the Battery Pack is installed in the camera.
3 Dock the camera in the EASYSHARE Camera Dock (see page 41).
m Charging begins after a few seconds.
m The Dock light glows red while charging, then glows green when the
Battery Pack is fully charged.
m Full charging takes about 2.5 hours. After the Battery Pack is fully
charged, leave the camera in the Dock. It continually senses battery
power and resumes charging when necessary. Under these
conditions, there is no red light while charging.
m Charging stops if you turn the camera on.
NOTE: The EASYSHARE Camera Dock only charges the provided Ni-MH
Rechargeable Battery Pack. If you place the camera in the Dock with
any other type of batteries, rechargeable or not, no charging takes
place.
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Transferring Pictures
To transfer pictures from the camera to the computer:
1 Dock the camera in the EASYSHARE Camera
Dock.
2 Press the Connect button.
m The Dock light blinks green while the
connection to the computer is active.
m KODAK Picture Transfer Software automatically opens on the computer and
pictures are transferred. You can also transfer pictures manually while the
green light is blinking (page 36).
m Then, KODAK Picture Software opens so you can work with pictures on the
computer.
Using a Tripod
A tripod provides stability. Connect a tripod directly to the camera tripod
socket, rather than through the Dock.
The tripod socket is located on the bottom
of the camera.
Tr ipod socket
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8 Troubleshooting Problems
Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the
KODAK Picture Software CD. For updates to Troubleshooting information, visit
our Web site at http://www.kodak.com
Troubleshooting - Camera
MMC/SD Card
Problem Cause Solution
The camera does not
recognize your
MMC/SD card.
Camera freezes up
when an MMC/SD
card is inserted or
removed.
Access error The SD card is
The MMC/SD card
may not be
certified.
The MMC/SD card
may be corrupt.
No MMC/SD card
is inserted in
camera, or is not
inserted correctly.
Camera detects an
error when the
MMC/SD card was
inserted or
removed.
locked.
Purchase a certified MMC/SD
card (page 8).
Reformat the MMC/SD card
(page 26). Caution: Formatting
erases all pictures from the card.
Insert an MMC/SD card (page 8).
Turn the camera off, then back
on. Make sure the camera is off
when inserting or removing an
MMC/SD card.
Slide the SD card lock to the
Unlocked position.
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Camera Communications
Problem Cause Solution
The computer
cannot
communicate with
the camera.
There is a problem with
the configuration of the
USB port on your
computer.
Camera power is off. Turn the camera on
Some Advanced Power
Management utilities on
laptops can turn off
ports to save battery life.
USB cable is not
securely connected.
Software is not installed. Install the software
There are too many
applications running on
your computer.
The Battery Monitor or
similar software runs
constantly.
Go to the online help for
KODAK Camera Connection
Software (page 31),see
Getting Started: Connect the
Camera to Your Computer
Or, go to
http://www.kodak.com and
click Service and Support.
(page 4).
See the Power Management
section of your laptop user’s
guide to disable this feature.
Reconnect cable to camera
and computer ports
(page 33).
(page 30).
Disconnect your camera
from the computer. Close all
software applications,
reconnect your camera and
try again.
Close that software before
starting the KODAK Software.
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Camera
Problem Cause Solution
Shutter b utton does
not work.
Part of the picture
is missing.
Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or did not
Camera does not
turn on.
Camera is not turned on. Turn the camera on
The camera is
processing a picture, the
ready light is blinking.
The MMC/SD card or
internal memory is full.
Something was blocking
the lens when the
picture was taken.
Your eye or the picture
was not centered
correctly in the
viewfinder.
function.
The subject is too far
away fo r the flash to have
an effect.
The subject is in front of
a bright light (backlit).
Battery is exhausted or
not properly installed.
(page 4).
Wait until the light stops
blinking, then take another
picture.
Transfer pictures to your
computer (page 34), delete
pictures from the camera
(page 18), or insert a card
with available memory.
Keep hands, fingers, or other
objects away from the lens
when taking pictures.
Leave space around subject
when centering picture in
viewfinder.
Turn the flash on(page 14).
Move so there is less than
7.9 feet (2.4 m) between
camera and subject.
Change your position so the
light is not behind the
subject.
Replace or reinstall the
batteries (page 3).
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Camera
Problem Cause Solution
Picture is too light. The flash is not needed. Change to Auto flash
The subject was too
close when the flash was
used.
The light sensor is
covered.
Stored pictures are
damaged.
Pictures remaining
number does not
decrease after
taking a picture.
Camera freezes up
when an MMC/SD
card is inserted or
removed.
The MMC/SD card was
removed when the ready
light was blinking.
Picture does not take up
sufficient space to
decrease the picture
remaining number.
Camera was not turned
off before inserting or
removing MMC/SD card.
(page 14).
Move so there is at least 2.5
feet (0.8 m) between the
camera and the subject.
Hold the camera so your
hands or other objects do
not cover the light sensor.
Turn the camera off. Make
sure the MMC/SD card
access light is not blinking
before removing the card.
The camera is operating
normally. Continue taking
pictures.
Turn the camera off, then
back on. Make sure the
camera is turned off before
inserting or removing an
MMC/SD card.
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Camera
Problem Cause Solution
Picture is not clear. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens (page 63).
Slide show does
not run on external
video device.
Subject too close when
taking picture.
Macro mode is active
and subject is too far
away.
Subject or the camera
moved while the picture
was taken.
Not enough light Turn on the flash (page 14).
The subject is too far
away for the flash to be
effective.
Video Out setting is
incorrect.
External device is set
incorrectly.
Move so there is at least 2.5
feet (0.8 m) between the
camera and the subject.
Change setting (page 22) or
move closer to subject.
Hold the camera steady or
use a tripod ( page 43) while
taking the picture.
Move so there is no more
than 7.9 feet (2.4 m)
between the camera and the
subject.
Adjust the camera Video Out
setting (NTSC or PAL,
page 23).
Refer to th e external device ’s
user’s guide.
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Camera Ready Light
Note: The ready light glows steady green when the camera is ready
to take a picture.
Problem Cause Solution
Ready light does not
turn on and the
camera does not
work.
Ready light blinks red. Batteries are low. Replace the batteries
Ready light glows
steady red.
Ready light blinks
green.
Ready light alternates
orange and green.
Camera is not turned
on.
Batteries are
exhausted.
Incorrect battery type Charge only a rechargeable
Camera’s internal
memory or MMC/SD
card is full.
Picture is being
processed and saved
to the camera.
Auto Exposure is not
locked.
Flash is not charged. Wait. Resume picture taking
Turn the camera on
(page 4).
Replace the batteries
(page 3) or recharge the
Battery Pack.
(page 3) or recharge the
Battery Pack.
battery.
Transfer pictures to your
computer (page 34), delete
pictures from the camera
(page 18), or insert a card
with available memory.
Wait. Resume picture taking
when the light stops blinking.
Release the shutter button
and recompose the picture.
when the light stops blinking
and turns green.
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LCD Messages
Message Cause Solution
ACCESS ERROR ON
MEMORY CARD. CARD
FORMATTING
REQUIRED.
ACCESS ERROR. CARD
IS SET TO “READ
ONLY.”
ACCESS ERROR IN
INTERNAL MEMORY.
MEMORY
FORMATTING
REQUIRED.
MEMORY CARD IS
FULL.
INTERNAL MEMORY IS
FULL
The MMC/SD card is
corrupted or formatted
for another camera.
The SD card is locked. Slide the SD card lock to
The camera internal
memory is corrupted.
There is not enough
space on the
MMC/SD card.
There is no more space
on the camera internal
memory.
Format or replace the
MMC/SD card (page 26).
the Unlocked position.
Format the internal
memory (page 26).
Delete pictures (page 18),
or insert a new MMC/SD
card (page 8).
Delete pictures from the
internal memory
(page 18).
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Troubleshooting - EASYSHARE Camera Dock
EASYSHARE Camera Dock
Problem Cause Solution
Pictures are not
transferred to the
computer
AC adapter or USB
cable is not
securely
connected.
Software is not
installed.
There are too
many ap plicatio ns
running on your
computer.
Camera was
removed from the
EASYSHARE
Camera Dock
during picture
transfer.
Connect button
was not pressed.
Check the connections (page 33).
Install the software (page 30).
Close all software applications
and try again.
Replace the camera on the dock
and press the Connect button.
Press the Connect button.
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EASYSHARE Camera Dock indicator light
Light Status Cause Solution
Light glows steady
green
Light glows steady
red
Light blinks green Connection (USB)
Light blinks red Battery Pack is
Camera is
docked.
EASYSHARE
Camera Dock is
charging Battery
Pack.
between the
computer and the
EASYSHARE
Camera Dock is
active.
installed
incorrectly.
The Battery Pack
or connector pins
are damaged.
The camera and
Battery Pack have
been exposed to
very high or low
temperatures.
The EASYSHARE
Camera Dock
insert not
properly installed.
The camera and EASYSHARE
Camera Dock are operating
normally.
Reinstall the Battery Pack
(page 41).
Check for damage.
Slowly return the camera and
Battery Pack to room
temperature.
Insert the Dock insert correctly
(page 40).
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9 Getting Help
If you need help with your camera or KODKA EASYSHARE Camera Dock, it is
available from a number of resources:
m Troubleshooting Problems, page 45
m Software application online help
m Product information by fax
m Place of purchase
m World Wide Web
m Technical support
Software Help
Help with any software application packaged with your camera can be obtained
from the online help provided with the application.
Kodak Online Services
m World Wide Web http://www.kodak.com
(click Service and Support)
Kodak Fax Support
m U.S. and Canada
m Europe
m U.K.
1-800-508-1531
44-0-131-458-6962
44-0-131-458-6962
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Telephone Customer Support
If you have questions concerning the operation of KODAK software or the
camera, you may speak directly to a customer support representative.
Before You Call
Before you call to speak to a customer support representative, please have the
camera connected to your computer, be at your computer, and have the
following information available:
Operating system__________________________________________
Processor speed (MHz) _____________________________________
Computer model __________________________________________
Amount of memory (MB) ____________________________________
Exact error message you received_______________________________
Version of installation CD____________________________________
Camera serial number______________________________________
Telephone Numbers
m U.S.—call toll free, 1-800-235-6325, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and
8:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) Monday through Friday.
m Canada—call toll free, 1-800-465-6325, between the hours of 9:00 a.m.
and 8:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) Monday through Friday.
m Europe—call the Kodak Digital Imaging Support Centre toll free number
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.
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Outside the U.S. and Canada—calls are charged at National Rate.
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Australia 1 800 147 701
Austria/Osterreich 0179 567 357
Belgium/Belgique 02 713 14 45
China 86 21 63500888 1577
Denmark/Danmark 3 848 71 30
Ireland/Eire 01 407 3054
Finland/Suomi 0800 1 17056
France 01 55 1740 77
Germany/Deutschland 069 5007 0035
Greece 0080044125605
Hong Kong 800 0 8423
Indonesia 001 803 631 0010
Italy/Italia 02 696 33452
Japan 81 3 5644 5500
Korea 00798 631 0024
Malasia 1 800 803 418
Netherlands/Nederland 020 346 9372
New Zealand 0800 440 786
Norway/Norge 23 16 21 33
Philippines 636 9600
Portugal 021 415 4125
Singapore 800 636 3036
Spain/Espana 91 749 76 53
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Sweden/Sverige 08 587 704 21
Switzerland/Schweiz/Suisse 01 838 53 51
Taiwan 0800 631 325
Thailand 001 800 631 0017
UK 0870 2430270
International Toll Line +44 131 4586714
International Toll Fax Number +44 131 4586962
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10Appendix
This appendix serves as a resource for technical information about your
camera, batteries, EASYSHARE Camera Dock, MMC/SD cards, and available
accessories.
DX3215 Camera Specifications
Camera Specifications
Color 24-bit, millions of colors
Communication with
computer
Dimensions Width/
Exposure control Automatic
Flash Modes Auto, Fill, Red-Eye, Off
ISO Equivalent 100/140
LCD 1.6 inch (45.7 mm), color,
USB Cable included with camera
Height/Depth
Weight 7.76 oz. (220 g) without batteries or
Range Wide: 2.5 to 7.9 feet (0.8 to 2.4 m)
Charging
Time
4.8 x 2.7 x 1.8 inches
(121.2 x 69.5 x 45.8 mm)
card
Telephoto: 4.9 to 6.6 feet (1.5 to 2 m)
13 seconds max., with charged battery
approximately 60,000 pixels
Preview rate: 15 fps
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Camera Specifications
Lens Type Optical quality glass, 8-element
Maximum
Aperture
Focal Length 30 to 60 mm
Focus
Distance
Operating Temperature 32 to 104
Picture file format JPEG
Picture storage Internal memory: 8 MB
Picture resolution Best Quality: 1280 x 960 pixels
Total CCD resolution 1.3 megapixel
Power Batteries 1 lithium KCRV3
Battery Pack,
EASYSHARE
Camera Dock
only
Tripod socket .25 inch x 20 threaded
Video Out NTSC or PAL selectable
f/3.8 to 4.5
Wide: 2.5 feet (75 cm) to infinity
Telephoto: 4.9 feet (1.5 m) to infinity
Macro: 0.8 feet (25 cm)
° F (0 to 40° C)
MMC or SD card: not included
Good Quality: 640 x 480 pixels
2 lithium AA
2 Ni-MH, AA rechargeable
Alkaline batteries not recommended
KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery
Pack, rechargeable in EASYSHARE
Camera Dock only.
Battery Pack also available separately.
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Camera Specifications
Viewfinder Optical
White balance Automatic
Zoom 2X Optical, 2X Digital
EASYSHARE Camera Dock Specifications
EASYSHARE Camera Dock Specifications
Commun ication wit h
computer
Dimensions
(without insert)
Dimensions
(with insert)
Indicator light 2-color LED indicates operating/
Input voltage 7 ±0.7 V DC
Power DC input AC adapter included with EASYSHARE
USB Cable included with
Width/Depth/
Height
Weight 5.5 oz. (155 g)
Width/Depth/
Height
Weight 6.2 oz. (175 g)
KODAK DX Series Cameras
5.9 x 4.4 x 1.5 inches
(150 x 112.5 x 38.5 mm)
5.9 x 4.4 x 1.6 inches
(150 x 112.5 x 39.5 mm)
charging
Camera Dock
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Original Factory Settings - Camera
Feature Factory Setting
Flash Auto
Quality Best
QuickView On
Video Out NTSC
Date/Time 01/01/2001; 0:00
Date Stamp On
Date Format DD/MM/YYYY
Language English
Using Your Batteries
m Replacement Types—your camera can use the following battery types:
– 1, KODAK Lithium Battery, KCRV3 *
– 2, 1.5 volt AA lithium batteries
– 1, KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack, rechargeable in the
EASYSHARE Camera Dock *
– 2, 1.2 volt AA Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, rechargeable *
* Purchase at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
For acceptable battery life, and to make sure your camera operates
dependably, we do not recommend or support alkaline batteries.
m If the battery contacts touch metal objects, the battery may short-circuit,
discharge energy, become hot, or leak.
m 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, Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH)
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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.
m Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41° F (5° C).
Carry spare batteries when using your camera in cold weather, and keep
them warm until you are ready to take pictures. Do not discard cold
batteries that do not work. Once they are warmed, they may be usable.
Tips, Safety, Maintenance
m Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety
Instructions” booklet packed with your camera.
m Do not allow any chemicals, such as suntan lotion, to come into contact
with the painted surface of the camera.
m If the camera has been subjected to inclement weather or you suspect
water has gotten inside the camera, turn off the camera and remove the
battery and MMC/SD card. Allow all components to air-dry for at least 24
hours before using the camera again.
m Clean the lens and back LCD:
1 Blow gently on the lens or LCD to remove dust and dirt.
2 Moisten the lens or LCD by breathing lightly on it.
3 Wipe the lens or LCD gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an untreated
lens-cleaning tissue.
Do not use cleaning solutions unless they are designed specifically for
camera lenses. Do not wipe the camera lens or LCD with chemically
treated eyeglass lens tissue. It may scratch the lens.
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Clean the outside of the camera by wiping with a clean, dry cloth. Never use
m
harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the camera or any of its
parts.
m Service agreements are available in some countries. Please contact a dealer
of Kodak products for more information.
Camera Accessories
Get the most from your camera by adding just the right accessories. Expand
your capture options, increase your picture storage, or extend your battery life.
For a full range of KODAK accessories, see your Kodak retailer or visit our Web
site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
KODAK Accessories
EASYSHARE Camera
Dock
Ni-MH
Rechargeable
Battery Pack
(for EASYSHARE
Camera Dock)
KODAK Lithium
Battery, KCRV3
MMC/SD Cards Removable memory in various sizes
Premium Picture
Paper
Enables quick picture transfer, charges the included
Battery Pack, and provides power to the camera
Rechargeable with the KODAK EASYSHARE Camera
Dock, the Battery Pack ensures you will always have
fully powered batteries
Lightweight battery pack offers long battery life
Print photo-quality pictures on your home printer
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Picture Storage Capacities
MMC/SD cards are available in different storage capacities. The table below
indicates how many pictures, using typical file sizes, can be stored. Picture file
sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures.
Store this many pictures
Best Quality Good Quality
Internal memory (8 MB) 20 80
8 MB MMC/SD Card 17 67
16 MB MMC/SD Card 38 148
32 MB MMC/SD Card 80 309
64 MB MMC/SD Card 164 631
Locating Pictures on an MMC/SD Card
Pictures stored on an MMC/SD card use a standard agreed upon by many
camera manufacturers. This allows you to use the card in different cameras. If
you use a card reader to retrieve your files or cannot locate them using the
software, the following description of the MMC/SD file structure may help.
MISC folder—contains the Print Order file created when you use the Print
Order feature.
SYSTEM folder—used for updating camera firmware.
DCIM folder—root level folder, contains the 100K3215 folder. Each time you
turn the camera on or insert a different MMC/SD card, any empty folders within
the DCIM folder are removed.
100K3215 subfolder—contains all the pictures taken when an MMC/SD
card is inserted in the camera and the storage location is set to Auto.
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Picture File Naming Conventions
The camera maintains separate and sequential numbering sequences for the
pictures in both the internal memory and on an MMC/SD card. Pictures are
named DCP_nnnn.JPG, and are numbered in the order in which they are
taken. The first picture is named DCP_0001.JPG; the highest number allowed
is DCP_9999.JPG.
File Naming Conventions on an MMC/SD Card
m When an MMC/SD card contains a picture named DCP_9999.JPG in the
\DCIM\100K3215 folder, subsequent pictures appear in a new folder
(\DCIM\101K3215), beginning with picture DCP_0001.JPG.
m Even if you transfer pictures to the computer or delete pictures from the
camera, the camera continues to use consecutive numbers for all
subsequent pictures. For example, if the last picture taken was
DCP_0007.JPG and you delete it, the next picture you take is named
DCP_0008.JPG.
m When you insert a different MMC/SD card into your camera, the next
picture number is defined by incrementing the higher of the last picture
taken by the camera, or the highest existing picture number in the folder.
m If you use the MMC/SD card in a camera other than the DX3215 camera,
and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file structure standard, the
\DCIM folder contains a folder named by that camera. For more
information, refer to the documentation that accompanied that camera.
File Naming Conventions in Internal Memory
m When the internal memory contains a picture named DCP_9999.JPG in the
\DCIM\100K3215 folder, subsequent pictures appear in a new folder
(\DCIM\101K3215), beginning with picture DCP_0001.JPG.
m When you format the internal memory, the numbering sequence restarts at
DCP_0001.JPG.
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File Naming Conventions After a Copy
Your camera maintains separate numbering sequences for the pictures in the
internal memory and for the pictures on the MMC/SD card. When you copy a
picture, it is renumbered sequentially in the new location.
For example, in the Before Copy list below, the two pictures in the internal
memory are copied to the MMC/SD card. After Copy, the copied pictures are
renumbered on the MMC/SD card as DCP_0004 and DCP_0005. Additionally,
if DCP_0005 is deleted, the next picture copied to the MMC/SD card is named
DCP_0006. In the internal memory, the original pictures and their numbers
are unchanged.
Before Copy After Copy
Internal Memory MMC/SD Card Internal Memory MMC/SD Card
DCP_0001.jpg
DCP_0002.jpg
DCP_0001.jpg
DCP_0002.jpg
DCP_0003.jpg
DCP_0001.jpg
DCP_0002.jpg
DCP_0001.jpg
DCP_0002.jpg
DCP_0003.jpg
DCP_0004.jpg
DCP_0005.jpg
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
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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 applicables aux appareils
numériques de la Classe B prescrites dans les règlements sur le brouillage
redioélectrique édictés par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
Japanese VCCI Statement
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Index
A
about
camera information 25
accessories 64
auto shutoff 6
automatic
flash 14
powerdown 6
printing 18
B
batteries
charging Battery Pack 42
checking power level 5
extending battery life 5
guidelines 62
loading 3
loading Battery Pack 41
low or exhausted 5
replacement types 62
safety 63
tips 62
with EASYSHARE Camera
Dock 39
Battery Pack
charging 42
installing 41
button, flash 14
C
camera
accessories 64
charging Battery Pack 42
cleaning 63
connecting problems 46
docking 41
information, viewing 25
internal memory 10
maintenance 63
original factory settings 62
package contents 2
picture storage location 10
problems 47
safety 63
specifications 59
status icons 7
transferring pictures 43
turning on and off 4
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Camera Connection Software
about 31
online help 36
transferring pictures 36
Canadian compliance 68
caring for your camera 63
charging Battery Pack 42
checking picture location 10
cleaning camera, lens 63
clock, setting 27
communication problems 46
compliance, Canadian 68
compliance, FCC 67
computer
connecting camera 33
running a slide show 20
system requirements 32
transferring pictures to 34,
36
using pictures on 33
connect camera
with EASYSHARE Camera
Dock 34
with USB cable 33
connect EASYSHARE Camera
Dock 40
copy pictures
card to memory 25
memory to card 25
to computer 34, 36, 43
customer support numbers 56
customizing camera settings 21
D
date, imprinting on pictures 28
date, setting 27
DCIM folder, MMC/SD Card 65
defaults, original settings 62
deleting
from internal memory 18
from MMC/SD Card 18
last picture 13
digital pictures, using 33
digital zoom 15
display problems 47
displaying slide show 20
dock insert 2, 40
docking camera 41
downloading pictures 34, 36, 43
E
EASYSHARE Camera Dock
charging Battery Pack 42
docking camera 41
installing insert 40
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package contents 39
power connection 40
specifications 61
transferring pictures 43
USB connection 40
using 39
editing pictures 35
error messages 51
F
fax numbers, support 55
FCC compliance 67
file names
in internal memory 66
on Memory Card 66
flash
auto 14
fill 14
red-eye 14
using 14
folders, MMC/SD Card 65
formatting
internal memory 26
Picture Card 26
G
guidelines, battery 62
H
help
online service 55
online, Picture Transfer 35
online, software 36
telephone support 56
troubleshooting camera 45
troubleshooting EASYSHARE
Camera Dock 52
I
included with camera 2, 40
information
camera, viewing 25
insert, dock 2, 40
installing
batteries 3
Battery Pack 41
Memory Card 8
software 30
internal memory
file name conventions 66
formatting 26
storage capacity 65
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Index
K
KODAK software
Camera Connection 31
getting help 55
installing 30
Picture 31
Picture Transfer 31
L
language, setting 27
LCD
battery symbol 5
error messages 51
picture location icon 7
previewing pictures 12
status bar 7
viewing pictures on 17
lens, cleaning 63
light
EASYSHARE Camera Dock 53
ready, camera 4, 50
loading
batteries 3
Battery Pack 41
Memory Card 8
software 30
M
MACINTOSH
installing software on 30
OS X Notice 29
system requirements 32
Macro, setting 22
maintenance, camera 63
memory
internal or card 10
storage location setting 10
Memory Card
file name conventions 66
inserting 8
menus
review 23
reviewing pictures 23
still 21
taking pictures 21
MISC folder, MMC/SD Card 65
MMC 8
MMC/SD Card
file structure 65
mode selector
review 23
still 21
modes
review 23
still 21
monitor, requirements 32
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MultiMedia Card 8
O
optical zoom 15
P
package contents
camera 2
EASYSHARE Camera Dock 39
photo paper, purchasing 64
Picture Card
formatting 26
problems 45
purchasing 64
removing 9
storage capacities 65
Picture Software
about 31
editing pictures 35
Picture Transfer Software
about 31
online help 35
transferring pictures 34
pictures
checking location 10
copying 25
date imprint 28
deleting 18
editing 35
file naming 66
locating in memory 66
locating on computer 34
locating on Memory Card 66
printing 37
reviewing 17
selecting for printing 18
storage capacity 65
storage location 10
taking 11
transferring manually 36
transferring to computer 34,
43
using on computer 33, 35
viewing 17
power
checking batteries 5
EASYSHARE Camera Dock 42
turning camera on 4
powerdown, automatic 6
preview pictures 12
print orders 18
printing
from a Picture Card 37
from Picture Software 37
with print orders 18
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Q
QUICKTIME software 31
QuickView 13
R
RAM, requirements 32
ReadMe file 45
ready light
camera on 4
status 50
red-eye, flash 14
regulatory information 67, 68
replacing batteries 62
requirements
MACINTOSH system 32
WINDOWS-based system 32
review
mode selector 23
mode, using 17
reviewing pictures
deleting 18
for printing 18
menus 23
on LCD 17
slide show 20
running slide show 20
S
safety 63
SD 8
Secure Digital 8
service and support
fax numbers 55
Kodak web site 55
telephone numbers 56
setting
clock 27
date and time 27
flash 14
language 27
picture storage location 10
setup
mode, using 21
shutoff, auto 6
shutter
problems 47
sleep mode 6
slide show
problems 49
running 20
software
getting help 55
included with camera 31
installing 30
KODAK Camera Connection
31
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KODAK Picture 31
KODAK Picture Transfer 31
QUICKTIME 31
specifications
camera 59
EASYSHARE Camera Dock 61
MACINTOSH system 32
WINDOWS-based system 32
status
camera 7
screen icons 7
status bar 7
still
mode selector 21
storage capacity, memory 65
strap, wrist 3
System folder, MMC/SD Card 65
system requirements
MACINTOSH 32
WINDOWS 32
T
taking pictures
general 11
menu settings 21
telephone support 56
television, slide show 20
time, setting 27
tips
battery guidelines 62
maintenance 63
ReadMe file 45
safety 63
transferring pictures to
computer 34, 36, 43
tripod 43
troubleshooting problems
camera 47
camera communications 46
camera ready light 50
EASYSHARE Camera Dock 52
LCD messages 51
Picture Card 45
turning camera on and off 4
U
using
batteries 62
EASYSHARE Camera Dock 39
pictures on computer 33
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V
viewing
camera information 25
viewing picture
after taking 13, 17
before taking 12
from internal memory 17
on MMC/SD Card 17
W
web site, Kodak 55
WINDOWS
installing software 30
system requirements 32
wrist strap 3
Z
zoom, digital, optical 15
Index
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