Kodak EasyShare LS753 User Manual
Kodak EasyShare
LS753 zoom digital camera
User’s guide
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For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto
For help with your camera, www.kodak.com/go/ls753support
Eastman Kodak Company
343 State Street
Rochester, New York 14650
© Eastman Kodak Company, 2004
All screen images are simulated.
Kodak and EasyShare are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.
P/N 4J1101
Front view
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Product features
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1 Jog Dial (for selecting
camera modes)
2 Microphone 8 DC-In (5V) ,for optional AC adapter
3 Self-Timer/Video light 9 Lens/Lens cover
4 Viewfinder lens 10 Neck strap post
5 Light sensor 11 Flash unit
6USB Port
7Video out
(for TV connection)
Bottom view
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1 Tripod socket/locator for EasyShare camera dock or printer dock
2 Data plate with camera serial number
3Dock connector
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Product features
Back view
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1 Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto)
/Magnifier
2 Camera modes 11 Speaker
3 Camera screen (LCD) 12 Flash button
4 Share button 13 Shutter button
5 Review button 14 Jog dial (for selecting camera modes)
6 Menu button 15 OK button (press in)
7 Delete button 16 4-way controller
8 Viewfinder 17 Battery slot
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10 On/Off button
/power light
9 Ready light 18 Slot for optional SD/MMC card
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Table of contents 1
1 Getting started ...........................................................................1
Package contents.............................................................................. 1
Installing the software first................................................................ 1
Charging the battery ......................................................................... 2
Loading the battery........................................................................... 2
Important battery information ........................................................... 3
Turning the camera on and off .......................................................... 4
Setting the date and time.................................................................. 5
Checking camera and picture status .................................................. 6
Storing pictures and videos on an SD/MMC card................................ 7
2 Taking pictures and videos ......................................................... 8
Taking a picture ................................................................................ 8
Taking a video .................................................................................. 8
Camera modes.................................................................................. 9
Using the camera screen as a viewfinder ......................................... 11
Reviewing the picture or video just taken......................................... 12
Using optical zoom ......................................................................... 13
Using advanced digital zoom........................................................... 13
Using the flash................................................................................ 14
Changing picture-taking settings..................................................... 16
Customizing your camera ................................................................ 20
Putting yourself in the picture.......................................................... 22
Putting yourself in the video ............................................................ 22
Pre-tagging for album names .......................................................... 23
3 Reviewing pictures and videos ................................................. 24
Viewing single pictures and videos .................................................. 24
Viewing multiple pictures and videos............................................... 24
Playing a video................................................................................ 25
Deleting pictures and videos............................................................ 25
Changing optional review settings................................................... 25
Magnifying pictures......................................................................... 26
Protecting pictures and videos from deletion.................................... 26
Tagging pictures and videos for albums........................................... 27
Running a slide show...................................................................... 27
Copying pictures and videos............................................................ 29
Viewing picture and video information............................................. 29
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Table of contents
4 Installing the software .............................................................30
Minimum system requirements........................................................ 30
Install the software ......................................................................... 31
5 Sharing pictures and videos .....................................................32
Tagging pictures for printing............................................................ 33
Tagging pictures and videos for emailing......................................... 34
Tagging pictures as favorites ........................................................... 35
6 Transferring and printing pictures ............................................ 37
Transferring pictures and videos
with the USB cable.......................................................................... 37
Printing pictures from your computer............................................... 38
Ordering prints online ..................................................................... 38
Printing from an optional SD/MMC card .......................................... 38
Printing without a computer............................................................ 38
7 Troubleshooting .......................................................................39
Camera problems............................................................................ 39
Computer/connectivity problems...................................................... 40
Picture quality problems.................................................................. 41
Camera ready light status................................................................ 42
Camera power light status .............................................................. 43
8 Getting help .............................................................................44
Helpful links.................................................................................... 44
Software help.................................................................................. 44
Telephone customer support ........................................................... 44
9 Appendix .................................................................................. 46
Camera specifications ..................................................................... 46
Tips, safety, maintenance................................................................ 49
Storage capacities ........................................................................... 49
Power-saving features..................................................................... 50
Upgrading your software and firmware............................................ 50
Regulatory compliance .................................................................... 51
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1 Getting started
Package contents
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2*
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1 Camera with neck strap 4 Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable
battery (KLIC-5000)
2 Custom dock insert * 5 Battery charger, with plug(s)
3 USB cable 6 Audio/Video cable (for viewing
pictures and videos on television)
* Do not discard! The custom insert is necessary for use with the optional
Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock. The LS753 camera does not fit
the universal insert included with the docks.
Not shown: User’s guide (may be provided on a CD), Start Here! guide,
Kodak EasyShare software CD. Contents may change without notice.
Installing the software first
IMPORTANT:
Install the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD before
connecting the camera (or dock) to the computer. Otherwise, the
software may load incorrectly. See Install the software, page 31 or
the Start Here! guide.
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Getting started
Charging the battery
Charge the Li-Ion rechargeable battery before first use.
1 2 3
1 Insert the battery into the charger.
2 Insert the plug that matches your electrical outlet.
3 Plug the charger into the outlet.
Red = charging
Green = fully charged
3 hours or less
4 Remove the battery and unplug the charger when the light turns green.
Charging takes approximately 3 hours.
For expected battery life, see page 3.
You can also charge the battery using an optional Kodak EasyShare printer
dock or camera dock. Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of
Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Loading the battery
CAUTION:
Use only a Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable battery
(KLIC-5000) and orient it as shown.
NOTE: When you remove the battery, make sure the camera is turned off.
1 Open the battery door.
2 Orient the battery as shown, and push it in.
3 Close the battery door.
release tab
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4 To remove, slide the release tab and pull the
battery out.
Getting started
Important battery information
Battery life
Your camera box contains a Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable battery.
Actual battery life may vary based on usage.
Li-Ion rechargeable battery
(KLIC-5000)
0300
prox. number of pictures per full
(Ap
Battery Life
200 - 250
charge)
Use only a Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable battery (KLIC-5000). Not all
manufacturers’ 3.7V Li-Ion rechargeable batteries are compatible with the
camera. Damage caused by unauthorized accessories is not covered under
warranty.
Extending battery life
■ Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power:
– Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen (see page 24)
– Excessive use of the flash
■ Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life.
■ Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41°F (5°C). When
using your camera in cold weather, carry spare batteries and keep them
warm. Do not discard cold batteries that do not work; when they return to
room temperature, they may be usable.
■ Visit www.kodak.com/go/ls753accessories for:
Kodak 5-volt AC adapter—powers your camera.
Kodak EasyShare camera dock—powers your camera, transfers pictures to
your computer, and charges the Li-Ion battery included with your camera.
Kodak EasyShare printer dock—powers your camera, makes 4 x 6 in.
(10 x 15 cm) prints with or without a computer, transfers pictures to your
computer, and charges the Li-Ion battery included with your camera.
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Getting started
Battery Safety and Handling
■ Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a
battery may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak.
■ For rechargeable battery disposal information, visit the Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation Web site at www.rbrc.com.
For more information on batteries, see
www.kodak.com/global/en/service/batteries/batteryUsage.jhtml
Turning the camera on and off
■ Press the On/Off button.
Your camera is ready to take pictures when the
On/Off button glows steady blue. Auto mode
is selected.
■ Press the On/Off button to turn off
the camera.
The camera completes operations that are
Auto mode
in process.
NOTE: The lens retracts if it encounters an obstruction when you turn on the camera. Make sure
the lens is unobstructed and press the On/Off
button again.
Changing the display
If you want to Then do this
Turn the camera screen on or off. Press the OK button.
Change the Liveview camera screen
setting so that it is off when you turn on
the camera.
Show/Hide the status icons. Press .
See Customizing your camera,
page 20.
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Getting started
Setting the date and time
Setting the date & time, first time
The
Date and Time have been reset
the camera or if the battery is removed for an extended period of time.
1 SET DATE & TIME is highlighted. Press the OK button.
(Select Cancel to set the date and time at a later time.)
2 Go to step 4 below, Setting the date & time, anytime.
Setting the date & time, anytime
1 Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button.
2 Press to highlight Setup Menu, then press the OK button.
3 Press to highlight Date & Time, then press the OK button.
message appears the first time you turn on
4 Press to adjust the date and time. Press to advance to
the next setting.
5 When finished, press the OK button.
6 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
NOTE: Depending on your computer operating system, Kodak EasyShare software may let your
computer update the camera clock when you connect the camera. See the EasyShare
software Help for details.
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Getting started
Checking camera and picture status
The icons that appear on the camera screen indicate the active camera and
picture settings. Press to turn the status information on and off.
If is displayed in the status area, press the Flash button to display
additional settings.
Capture modes
Only the active camera settings are displayed:
Picture quality
Storage location
Exposure
metering
White balance
Camera mode
Low battery
Self-Timer/Burst
Date stamp
More info
Album name
Mode
description
Zoom
digital
telephoto
wide
Scroll arrows
Flash
Pictures/time remaining
(flashing = exhausted)
Exposure compensation
Review screen
Print tag/number of prints Protect
Favorite tag
Email tag
Album name
Picture/video number
Image storage
location
ISO
Scroll arrows
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Getting started
Flash/Status screen
Press the Flash button. The current camera status icons are displayed in
the bottom half of the Flash screen.
Other settings
Storing pictures and videos on an SD/MMC
card
Your camera has 32 MB of internal memory. You can purchase optional
SD/MMC cards for removable, reusable storage for your pictures and videos.
CAUTION:
Insert card as shown. Do not force it; doing so may damage
the camera or card.
Do not insert or remove a card when the green ready light
is blinking; doing so may damage your pictures, card, or
camera.
To insert an SD/MMC card:
1 Turn off the camera and open the card door.
2 Orient the card as shown on the camera body.
3 Push the card into the slot to seat the
connector and close the card door.
Notched
corner
4 To remove the card, turn off the camera. Push
the card in, then release it. When the card is
partially ejected, pull it out.
NOTE: When using a card for the first time, we suggest you format it before you take pictures
(page 21). Some manufacturers’ cards may have limited video recording capability.
See page 49 for storage capacities. Purchase SD/MMC cards at a dealer of
Kodak products or www.kodak.com/go/ls753accessories.
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2 Taking pictures and videos
Taking a picture
Ready light
AUTO
NOTE: The default picture-taking mode is Auto .
See page 9 for other picture and video modes.
1 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to frame
your subject. (Press the OK button to turn off
the camera screen. See page 11).
2 Press and hold the Shutter button halfway to
set the exposure and focus.
3 When the ready light turns green, continue
pressing the Shutter button completely
down to take the picture.
When the ready light blinks green, the picture is
being saved; you can still take pictures. If the
ready light is red, wait until it turns green.
Taking a video
1 Rotate the jog dial to highlight Video .
Press the jog dial.
2 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to frame
your subject.
3 Press the Shutter button completely down and
release. To stop recording, press and release
Video
NOTE: If you prefer, press the Shutter button completely down and hold it for more than
2 seconds to begin recording. To stop recording, release the Shutter button.
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the Shutter button again.
Camera modes
Taking pictures and videos
Use this mode For
Auto General picture-taking. Automatically sets exposure,
focus, and flash.
Portrait Full-frame portraits of people. Subject is sharp and the
background is indistinct. Automatically fires a low-level fill flash
for softening shadows. Zoom to fill the frame with a head and
shoulders pose.
Close-up Close subjects 2–39 in. (5–100 cm) from the lens in Wide
Angle; 12–39 in. (30–100 cm) in Telephoto. Use available light
instead of flash if possible. Use the camera screen to frame
the subject.
Scene Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under special
conditions (see Scene modes (SCN), page 10).
Jog dial
1. rotate
2. press
Camera modes
Choose the mode that suits your conditions:
1. Rotate the jog dial to highlight the mode.
2. Press the jog dial to select the
highlighted mode.
Video Capture video with sound (see Taking a video, page 8).
Favorites Viewing your Favorites (see Tagging pictures as favorites,
page 35). Use EasyShare software to load pictures into the
Favorites section of your camera’s internal memory.
NOTE: If you press the Review button while in Favorites mode, you can
view the pictures and videos on your card or in your camera’s
internal memory. The lens is not extended, and you cannot take
a picture.
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Taking pictures and videos
Scene modes (SCN)
SCN mode
1
2
Use this mode For
1. Rotate the jog dial to SCN mode, then press
down on the jog dial.
2. Press
a Scene mode.
to scroll and select
Night
Distant scenery at night.
Landscape
Night
Portrait
Reducing red-eye in pictures of people in night scenes or
low-light conditions. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface
or use a tripod. Due to slow shutter speeds, advise people to
stay still for a few seconds after flash fires.
Sport Subjects in motion. Fast shutter speed stops the action.
Landscape Distant subjects. Flash does not fire unless you turn it on. Fixed
focus is set to infinity.
Snow Bright snow scenes. Exposure compensation is set to +1.0 EV
to prevent a washed-out, overexposed image.
Beach Bright beach scenes. Exposure compensation is set to +1.0 EV
to prevent a washed-out, overexposed image.
Party Indoor pictures of people. Prevents red eye.
Self-
Close-up of yourself. Assures proper focus and prevents red eye.
Portrait
Manner/
Museum
Fireworks Fireworks. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or
Backlight Subjects that are in shadow or "backlit" (when the sun is
Flower Close-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light.
Children Action pictures of children in bright light.
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Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture.
Flash and sound are disabled.
use a tripod.
behind the subject).
Taking pictures and videos
Using the camera screen as a viewfinder
1 Frame your subject in the camera screen.
OK
For more about auto-focus framing marks,
see page 11.
2 Press the Shutter button halfway and hold
to set the exposure and focus. When the
framing marks change color, press the Shutter
button completely down to take the
Framing marks
Using the auto-focus framing marks
picture.
3 To turn off the camera screen, press the
OK button.
When using the camera screen as a viewfinder, framing marks indicate the
area that the camera is focusing on. For the best possible pictures, the camera
attempts to focus on foreground subjects, even if the subjects are not centered
in the scene.
NOTE: This procedure does not apply to videos.
1 Press the Shutter button halfway and hold.
When the framing marks turn red, focus is accomplished.
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Taking pictures and videos
While the shutter button is pressed halfway:
Center focus
Center wide focus
Side focus
Framing marks
Center and side focus
Left and right focus
2 Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture.
3 If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject (or if the framing marks
disappear and the Ready light blinks orange), release your finger,
recompose the scene, and go to Step 1.
NOTE: Framing marks appear only when the camera screen is on.
Framing marks do not appear in Landscape mode.
Reviewing the picture or video just taken
When you take a picture or video, it is displayed on the camera screen for
approximately 5 seconds. While it is displayed, you can:
■ Review: If you take no action, the
Delete
OK
picture/video is saved.
Share
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■ Play (video): Press the OK button to play the
video. Press to adjust the volume.
■ Share: Press the Share button to tag a
picture/video for email or as a Favorite, or to
tag a picture for print (see page 32).
■ Delete: Press the Delete button while the
picture/video and are displayed.
NOTE: Only the final picture of a burst series (see page 16) is
displayed. If you select Delete, all pictures in the burst
series are deleted. To delete selectively, do so in
Review (see page 25).
Taking pictures and videos
Using optical zoom
Use optical zoom to get up to 2.8X closer to your subject. You can change
optical zoom before (but not during) video recording.
1 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to frame
your subject.
2 Press the zoom lever toward Telephoto (T) to
zoom in. Press it toward Wide Angle (W) to
zoom out.
If the camera screen is turned on, the zoom
indicator shows when you are in optical or
digital zoom.
Zoom indicator
Digital
range
3 Take a picture or video as usual.
Current zoom
position
Optical
range
Using advanced digital zoom
Use digital zoom in any still mode to get additional magnification beyond
optical zoom. Available settings are from 2.8X to 10X. You must turn on the
camera screen to use digital zoom.
1 Press the OK button to turn on the camera screen.
2 Press the Telephoto (T) button to the optical zoom limit. Release the
button, then press it again. For more digital zoom, release and press again.
The camera screen displays the zoomed image and the zoom indicator.
IMPORTANT:
You may notice a decrease in printed image quality when using
digital zoom. The blue slider on the zoom indicator pauses, then
turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an
acceptable 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) print.
3 Take a picture as usual.
NOTE: You cannot use digital zoom for video recording.
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Taking pictures and videos
Using the flash
Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors,
or outdoors in heavy shadows.
Flash range
Wide Angle 2–10 ft (0.6–3.0 m)
Telephoto 2–6 ft (0.6–1.8 m)
Turning on the flash
Flash Mode Flash Fires
Auto When the lighting conditions require it.
Off Never
Fill Every time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting conditions. Use
when the subject is in shadow or is "backlit" (when the sun is behind
the subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
Red-eye Once, so the subject’s eyes become accustomed to the flash, then fires
again when the picture is taken. (If the lighting conditions require flash
but do not require Red-eye reduction, the flash may fire only once.)
Press the
The active flash icon appears in the camera screen
status area.
button to scroll through the flash options.
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