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PIXPRO AZ522
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Kodak PixPro AZ-522 User Manual

User Manual
BEFORE YOU START
Declaration of Conformity
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing this KODAK PIXPRO Digital Camera. Please read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
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This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your new KODAK PIXPRO
Digital Camera. Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are accurate, however JK Imaging Ltd. reserves the right to make changes without notice.
Throughout this manual, the following symbols are used to help you locate information
quickly and easily:
Indicates useful information.
Indicates precautions are to be taken while operating the camera.
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SAFETY NOTES
Safety notes for this camera
Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit
solid objects.
Do not attempt to disassemble the
camera.
To prevent the camera from being
damaged by moisture, do not use or store the camera in very humid environments, such as in rain or near bodies of water.
Do not use or store the camera in dusty
places or on a beach to prevent dust or sand from entering the camera, causing possible damage to it.
Do not use or store the camera in a hot
environment or under direct sunlight.
Do not use or store the camera near a
powerful magnetic field, for example near a magnet or transformer.
Avoid touching the lens of the camera.
Do not expose the camera to direct
sunlight for a long period time.
Turn the camera off, remove the battery
and the memory card, and dry it within 24 hours if water accidentally comes in contact with the camera.
When you take the camera from a cold
place to a warmer environment, condensation may occur. Please wait for a reasonable period of time before you turn it on.
When you use the camera, remove the
battery if it overheats. Wait until the unit cools down.
Download your photos and remove the
memory card when you are going to store the camera for a long period of time.
Store the camera in a dry environment
and place it on a flat surface when you are going to store the camera for a long period of time.
Before you remove the battery and
memory card, the camera should be turned off.
When you clean the body of the camera,
do not use abrasive, alcohol-based or organic cleaner.
Use the professional lens wiping cloth
and dedicated cleaner to wipe and clean the lens.
Safety notes for battery
If the rechargeable Li-ion battery is used
for the camera, only charge it with the supplied battery charger.
If battery fluid leaks inside the camera,
contact our customer service department.
If battery fluid leaks onto your skin, rinse
your skin with clean water and seek immediate medical attention.
Disposal of used batteries should be
carried out in accordance with the local (national or regional) regulations.
To prevent the battery from being
damaged, do not drop the battery or allow it to hit solid objects or to be scratched by the objects.
Do not let the battery come in contact
with metal objects (including coins) to avoid short circuiting, discharging, excessive heat, or possible leakage.
Do not attempt to disassemble the
battery.
Do not expose the battery to water.
Always keep the battery contacts dry.
Do not heat the battery or throw it into a
fire to avoid a possible explosion.
Do not store the battery in a hot
environment or in direct sunlight.
Only use the supplied battery.
If the rechargeable Li-ion battery in this
camera overheats during charging, stop charging immediately and wait until it cools down to resume charging.
When the camera is stored for a long
period of time, remove the battery and keep it in a dry place that is not accessible to the infants and children.
In a colder environment, the
performance of the battery could be noticeably reduced.
When you install the battery, install it
according to the positive and negative markings on the battery compartment. Never force it into the battery compartment.
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Safety notes for memory card
Do not drop the memory card or allow it
to hit solid objects to avoid damaging it.
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair
the memory card.
Do not expose the memory card to water.
Always keep it dry.
Do not remove the memory card when
the camera is turned on. Otherwise, the memory card could be damaged.
Do not directly edit the data on the
memory card. Copy the data to your PC before you edit them.
When the camera is stored for a long
period of time, be sure to download your photos and remove the memory card. Store it in a dry environment.
Format the memory card using the
camera before you use it or insert a new one.
We suggest buying only well-known,
name brand memory cards to ensure peak performance.
Do not modify the name of the files or
folders of the memory card using your PC. Modifying the file names may cause the files to not be recognized on the camera or a possible error may occur.
A photo taken with the camera will be
stored in the folder that is automatically generated on the SD card. Do not store photos that are not taken using this camera in these folders as the pictures cannot be recognized during the playback.
When you insert a memory card, make
sure the notch of the card matches the markings on the top of the card slot.
Other Safety Notes
Do not disconnect the power or turn the camera off during the update process. Doing so
may cause incorrect data to be written and the camera may not power on later.
Do not hang the neck strap of the camera around the neck of a child.
When using your camera on an airplane, observe the relevant rules specified by the airline.
Due to the limitations of manufacturing technology, the LCD screen may have a few dead
or bright pixels. These pixels do no effect the quality or performance of the camera, photos or video.
Do not expose the LCD screen to water. In a humid environment, only wipe it with a soft and
dry cleaning cloth.
If the LCD screen is damaged and the liquid crystal comes into contact with your skin, wipe
your skin with a dry cloth immediately and rinse it with clean water. If liquid crystal comes into contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water at least for 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention. If you accidentally swallow liquid crystal, rinse your mouth immediately and seek medical attention.
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CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU START .............1
SAFETY NOTES .....................3
CONTENTS .............................7
GETTING READY .................11
Install lens cap and neck strap ........... 12
Part Names ........................................ 13
Installing Battery and Memory Card ... 15
Charging Battery ................................ 17
Turning Camera On and Off ............... 19
Symbol Description ............................ 19
Set your Language, Date/Time .......... 20
Set your Language, Date/Time
after the first power-on ..................20
Resetting your Language ..............20
Resetting Date/Time .....................21
MODE OVERVIEW ...............22
Display Setting ................................... 22
LCD Screen Display ........................... 23
Overview of the screen icons in
photo shooting mode ....................23
Overview of the Screen Icons in
Movie Mode ..................................25
Overview of the Screen Icons in
Playback Mode .............................26
Using the Mode Dial ........................... 27
Auto Mode .......................................... 28
Program AE ........................................ 30
Shutter Priority ...................................30
Aperture Priority ................................. 31
Manual Mode .....................................31
Face Beautifier ...................................32
Panorama Mode ................................. 33
Scene Mode .......................................34
Custom Settings ................................. 36
PLAYBACK ............................49
BASIC OPERATION ..............38
Using EVF (Electronic View Finder) ... 38
Using the Zoom Function ...................38
Focus Setting ..................................... 39
Macro Mode ....................................... 40
Self-Timer Setting ..............................41
Flash Mode .......................................42
White Balance Setting ........................ 43
Continuous Shot ................................. 44
EV Setting .......................................... 45
Exposure Compensation ..............45
ISO ................................................46
Shutter Adjustment .......................46
Aperture Adjustment .....................47
Using Quick Recording ......................47
i Button Function Menu ...................... 48
Viewing Photos and Videos ...............49
Thumbnail View .................................. 50
Using Zoom Playback (for still
pictures only) ...................................... 51
Photos and Video Deletion ................. 52
Slideshow ........................................... 53
Continuous Capture Group Playback . 54
Animation panorama play ..................55
USING THE MENUS ............. 56
Photo Setup Menu .............................56
Expo Metering
(Exposure Metering) .....................56
Image Size ....................................57
OIS ................................................57
Cont. AF ........................................58
HDR ..............................................58
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Beauty ...........................................59
Scene ............................................59
Photo Shooting Setting Menu ............61
Quality ...........................................61
AF-Assist Beam ............................62
Digital Zoom ..................................62
Date Imprint ..................................62
Quick Review ................................63
Custom Settings ...........................63
Movie Menu ........................................ 64
Expo Metering
(Exposure Metering) .....................64
Video Quality ................................65
OIS ................................................66
Movie Setting Menu ...........................67
Digital Zoom ..................................67
Playback Menu ................................... 68
Playback .......................................68
HDR ..............................................69
Red-Eye Reduction .......................70
Rotate ...........................................71
Resize ...........................................72
i button playback function ................... 73
Playback Setting Menu ......................74
Protect ..........................................75
Delete ...........................................76
DPOF (Digital Print Order
Format) .........................................77
Trim ...............................................77
Setup Menu ........................................ 78
Power Saver .................................79
Power Saver .................................79
Language ......................................80
Zone ..............................................80
Date/Time .....................................80
LCD Brightness .............................80
File / Software .................................... 81
Format Memory ............................81
Copy to Card .................................82
File Numbering .............................82
Reset ............................................83
FW Version ...................................83
CONNECTIONS .................... 84
Connecting to a Computer ................. 84
Setting the USB Mode ..................84
Transferring files to your
computer .......................................85
Video System .....................................86
Set Eye-Fi SD Card Connection
Mode .................................................. 87
Supported HDMI Connections ...........88
Connecting HDMI-Ready TV ........88
Connecting to a PictBridge
Compatible Printer .............................89
Setting the USB Mode ..................89
Connecting to your Printer ............90
Using the PictBridge Menu ................. 91
Print (with Date) ............................91
Print (without Date) .......................92
Print Index .....................................93
Print DPOF Images .......................94
Exit ................................................94
APPENDICES .......................95
Specifications .....................................95
Prompts and Warning Messages .......99
Troubleshooting ............................... 1
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GETTING READY
Quick Start Guide
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Accessories Included
Your camera box should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following accessories. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your retailer.
Li-ion battery
Quick start guide
AC adapter Neck strapRechargeable
Warranty card
USB cable
Service card
Lens cap with strap
CD-ROM
Install lens cap and neck strap
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Part Names
1 HDMI Port
2 USB Port
3 Zoom Lever
4 Shutter Button
5 Strap Eyelet
6 Exposure Compensation Button
7 Continuous Capture Button
8 Power Button
9 AF Assist Beam/Self-timer Lamp
10 Flash Lamp
11 Lens
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12 Microphone
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13 Electronic View Finder (EVF)
14 Electronic View Finding Window/
LCD Screen Button
5 LED Indicator Lamp
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16 Mode Dial
17 Fast Video Recording Button
18 Menu Button
19 AF Button/Arrow Button (Up)
20 Flash Button/Arrow Button (Right)
21 Delete Button/Self-timer
Button/Arrow Button (Down)
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Display Button
23 Playback Button
24 SET Button
25 Macro Button/Arrow Button (Left)
26 i Button
27 LCD Screen
28 Speaker
29 Battery Cover
30 Tripod Socket
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Installing Battery and Memory Card
1. Open the battery cover.
2. Insert the battery into the battery slot in the correct position as shown in the following diagram:
Battery lock knob
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3. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot as shown in the diagram below:
Write protection buckle
The memory card (SD/SDHC) is optional and not included in all camera packaging. If you have to purchase a memory card, select one with storage capacity between 4GB and 32GB to ensure correct data storage.
4. Close the battery cover.
To remove your memory card, open the battery cover, gently press the memory card to eject it and remove it carefully.
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Charging Battery
Before charging the battery, ensure that the battery is inserted properly and the camera is off.
1. Connect the camera and the power charger using the supplied USB cable. (The plug shape of the power charger may vary depending on the country or region. The actual item may vary from the drawing below).
2.
Insert the plug of the power charger into the wall outlet to charge the battery.
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The charger is for indoor use only.
After the battery is stored for a long period of time, use the supplied power charger to charge the battery prior to use.
3. When the camera is turned off, you can also connect the camera to your PC using a USB cable to charge the battery.
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Charging indicator: Flashing red: Charging Steady green: Charging complete To have maximum battery life, charge the battery for at least 4 hours the first time.
Please charge the battery indoors between 0°C and 40°C.
Indicator lamp
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Turning Camera On and Off
Symbol Description
Press the Power button to turn the camera on. To turn the camera off, press the Power button again.
Power Button
Press and hold the Playback button to power on and enter Playback mode.
In the instructions below, the following symbols may be used throughout this manual on how to operate the camera. This is to facilitate better understanding.
「Item properties」：The optional
properties in the camera interface are indicated by the symbol「 」.
Set your Language, Date/Time
Set your Language, Date/Time after the first power-on
1. When you turn the camera on for the first time, the language selection screen appears.
2. Press the arrow buttons to select your desired language.
3. After you press the button to confirm the selection, the Date/Time settings screen appears.
4. Press the left/right arrow button to select the Date/Time to be adjusted: Time is displayed in yyyy:MM:dd HH:mm.
5. Press the up/down arrow button to adjust the value for the selected Date/Time.
6. Press the time settings and the snapshot screen appears.
button to confirm the
2. Press the button, press the up/down arrow button to select , and press the
button to enter the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select
, and press the button or right
arrow button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select 「Language」and press the or right arrow button to enter the menu.
5. Press the arrow buttons to select your desired language and press the button to confirm.
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. Press the
screen appears.
button and the snapshot
button
Resetting your Language
After you set your language for the first time, follow the instructions below to reset your language.
1. Press the Power button to turn the camera on.
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Resetting Date/Time
After you set your Date/Time for the first time, follow the instructions below to reset date and time.
. Press the Power button to turn the
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camera on.
2.
Press the
arrow button to select , and press the
button to enter the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select , and press the button or right
arrow button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Date & Time」and press the or right arrow button to enter the menu.
button, press the up/down
button
Press the left/right arrow button to select
5. the Date/Time to be adjusted: Time is displayed in yyyy:MM:dd HH:mm.
. Press the up/down arrow button to press
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the value for your selected block. After you finish your settings, press the button to confirm.
. Press the
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snapshot screen appears.
button and the following
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MODE OVERVIEW
Display Setting
Press the button to display the settings: Classic, Full, Off.
Off: Does not display any additional icons on screen
Classic: Displays the camera parameters on screen
Full: Camera parameters with Grid and Histogram
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LCD Screen Display
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Overview of the screen icons in photo shooting mode
1 Shooting Mode Icons
Auto Mode Face Beautifier
Program AE Panorama Mode
Shutter priority Scene Mode
Aperture priority Custom Settings
Manual Mode
2 Macro Mode
3 Zoom Display (By turning the Zoom Lever)
4 SD Memory Card/Built-In Memory
5 Battery Status
6 White Balance (Adjustable in
7 Color Effect (Adjustable in
Mode)
Mode)
8 Number of remaining shots
9 Image Size
10 Video Quality
11 ISO Value (Adjustable in
Mode)
12 Remaining Recording time
13 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
(Adjustable in
14 Shutter Speed (Adjustable in
15 Histogram
16 Aperture Value (Adjustable in
Mode)
17 Image stabilization
18 Focus Frame
19 Expo Metering
AiAE
Spot
Center
20 AF Mode
Single-AF
Multi-AF
Object Tracking
21 Self-Timer
Mode)
Mode)
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Self-timer Off
Self-timer 2sec
Self-timer 10sec
Self-timer Smile
22 Flash Mode
Force Off
Flash Auto
Force Flash
Slow Sync.
Slow Sync. + Red-Eye
Red-Eye Reduction
23 Continuous Shot
Single
Continuous Shot
Cont. Shot- High Speed (VGA)
Cont. Shot-Fast (4M)
Time-Lapse (30sec/ 1min/ 5min/
24 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
25 HDR (Adjustable in
10min)
Mode)
Overview of the Screen Icons in
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Movie Mode
1 Movie Mode Icons
2 Macro Mode
3 Self-Timer
Self-timer Off
Self-timer 10sec
4 Zoom Display (by turning the Zoom
Lever)
SD Memory Card/Built-In Memory
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6 Battery Status
7 Color Effect
8 Video Quality
9 Remaining Recording time
10 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
11 Image stabilization
12 Focus Frame
13 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
14 Expo Metering
AiAE
Spot
Center
15 AF Mode
For optimal video shooting, it is recommended that an SDHC memory card be used.
Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom can be adjusted (208X in total). Digital Zoom can be adjusted to 4X.
Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback Mode
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DPOF File
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File Protection
Memory space (indicating the current number
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of photos and total number of photos)
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SD Memory Card/Built-in Memory
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Battery Status
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Zoom Magnification Area
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Image Zoom Ratios
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Image Zone
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Shooting Date
Continuous Capture Group
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Playback
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Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
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Red-Eye Reduction
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HDR
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Date Folder
Using the Mode Dial
This camera provides a convenient mode dial that allows you to manually switch between different modes with ease. The available modes are listed below:
Mode Name Icon Description
Auto Mode
Program AE
Shutter priority Aperture priority
Manual Mode
Face Beautifier
Panorama Mode
Scene Mode
Movie Mode Custom
Settings
In this mode, the optimal conditions for taking pictures will be set based on the subject and environment. It is the most commonly used mode for taking pictures. Under different scenes, the user can switch the ISO and EV value
according to personal preference, the camera can automatically set the shutter speed and aperture value. Setting allows you to choose a specific shutter speed so the camera
will adjust the aperture automatically to ensure correct exposure. Allows you to choose a specific aperture and the camera will automatically adjust the shutter speed to match it.
Many of the camera settings can be configured manually in this mode.
This mode automatically enhances facial features with skin softening touches and eye brightening capabilities.
You can take a panoramic photo in this mode.
Choose from 12 different pre-set scene types and effects for your photos.
Record videos. The user can store the frequently used shooting modes and
parameters and switch to this mode for quick adjustment.
Auto Mode
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Auto Mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes numerous camera settings to adjust your photos and videos for the best possible results.
Follow these steps:
. Press the Power button to turn the camera on.
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2. Turn the Mode Dial to
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3. Hold the camera steadily and aim at the subject. The optimum scene mode will be selected automatically.
4.
Press the shutter button half-way down to focus. The
LCD screen will show a green focus frame when the subject is in focus.
5.
Press the shutter button all the way down to take
pictures.
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Mode Name Description
Landscape Mode
Portrait Mode
Night Portrait
Backlit Portrait
Macro Mode
Auto Mode
For landscapes, will automatically adjust the exposure and reproduce vivid green and blue colors.
Most suitable for capturing people with focus on their faces.
When you take portraits at night, or in low light conditions, will automatically adjust the exposure for people and night scenes. When the sun or any other light source is behind you, will automatically adjust the foreground exposure to produce the best pictures possible. To produce more detailed close-ups, will automatically engage the camera's Macro Mode and automatically focus the lens. The camera will automatically adjusts the exposure and focus to ensure the best possible pictures.
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