Kodak EasyShare CX7220 zoom digital camera User's Guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto 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 6B8947 Product features Front/top/side view 5 4 3 9 2 6 7 8 1 1 Grip 2 Wrist strap post 3 Microphone 4 Self Timer/Video light 5 Shutter button 6 7 8 9 Mode dial/Power Flash unit Viewfinder lens Lens i Product features Back/side view 7 6 11 12 13 5 4 1 Camera screen (LCD: liquid crystal display) 2 Share button 3 Controller buttons (4) 4 OK button 5 DC-In (3V) , for optional AC adapter 6 Delete button 8 9 10 3 2 1 7 Viewfinder 8 Ready light 9 Flash/Status button 10 Zoom button (Wide angle/Telephoto) 11 Grip 12 Menu button 13 Review button ii Product features Side view 1 2 1 Slot for optional SD/MMC card 2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) port Bottom view 1 1 Battery door 2 3 3 Dock connector 4 Locator for dock 4 2 Tripod socket/locator for dock iii Table of contents 1 1 Getting started ........................................................................... 1 Package contents.............................................................................. 1 Installing the software first ................................................................ 1 Loading the batteries ........................................................................ 2 Important battery information ........................................................... 3 Turning the camera on and off .......................................................... 4 Selecting a language ......................................................................... 5 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 Capture modes ................................................................................. 9 Using the camera screen as a viewfinder ......................................... 10 Reviewing the picture or video just taken......................................... 10 Using optical zoom ......................................................................... 11 Using digital zoom .......................................................................... 11 Using the flash................................................................................ 12 Changing picture-taking settings ..................................................... 14 Putting yourself in the picture or video............................................. 16 Pre-tagging for album names .......................................................... 17 Customizing your camera ................................................................ 18 3 Reviewing pictures and videos ................................................. 20 Viewing single pictures and videos .................................................. 20 Viewing multiple pictures and videos ............................................... 20 Playing a video................................................................................ 21 Deleting pictures and videos............................................................ 21 Changing optional review settings................................................... 22 Magnifying pictures......................................................................... 22 Protecting pictures and videos from deletion.................................... 23 Tagging pictures and videos for albums ........................................... 23 Running a slide show ...................................................................... 24 Displaying pictures and videos on a television.................................. 25 Copying pictures and videos ............................................................ 25 Viewing picture and video information............................................. 26 iv Table of contents 4 Installing the software ............................................................. 27 Minimum system requirements ........................................................ 27 Install the software ......................................................................... 28 5 Sharing pictures and videos ..................................................... 29 Tagging pictures for printing............................................................ 29 Tagging pictures and videos for emailing ......................................... 30 Tagging pictures and videos as favorites .......................................... 31 Need help? ..................................................................................... 31 6 Transferring and printing pictures ............................................ 32 Transferring pictures and videos with the USB cable......................... 32 Printing pictures from your computer ............................................... 32 Ordering prints online ..................................................................... 33 Printing from an optional SD/MMC card .......................................... 33 Printing without a computer............................................................ 33 7 Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 34 Camera problems............................................................................ 34 Computer/connectivity problems...................................................... 35 Picture quality problems .................................................................. 36 Camera screen messages ................................................................ 36 Camera ready light status................................................................ 39 8 Getting help ............................................................................. 40 Helpful Web links............................................................................ 40 Software help.................................................................................. 40 Telephone customer support ........................................................... 40 9 Appendix .................................................................................. 42 Camera specifications ..................................................................... 42 Tips, safety, maintenance ................................................................ 44 Image storage capacities ................................................................. 45 Power-saving features..................................................................... 46 Upgrading your software and firmware............................................ 47 Regulatory compliance .................................................................... 47 v 1 Getting started 1 3 Package contents 2 1 Camera and wrist strap 3 USB cable 4 2 Custom dock insert (for Kodak 4 2-AA non-rechargeable starter EasyShare camera dock or printer dock) batteries Not shown: User's Guide (may be provided on 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 Installing the software, page 27 or the Start Here! guide. 1 Getting started Loading the batteries Two AA non-rechargeable starter batteries are included with your camera. 1 Make sure the Mode dial is set to Off (see page 4). 2 On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery door and lift to open. AA 3 Insert the AA batteries, as shown. 4 Close the battery door. Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack (optional) If you purchased an optional Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack (also included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock), insert it as shown. CRV3 (optional) If you purchased an optional Kodak CRV3 lithium battery (non-rechargeable), insert it as shown. 2 Getting started Important battery information 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. Kodak battery replacement types/battery life Use the following types of batteries. Actual battery life may vary based on usage. CRV3 lithium battery AA (2) lithium batteries Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack* (per charge) AA (2) Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (per charge) AA (2) non-rechargeable Kodak digital starter batteries (included with camera) 0 Battery Life (Approx. number of pictures) * Included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock and printer dock 250 - 350 200 - 300 350 - 500 200 - 300 150 - 250 500 We do not recommend or support alkaline batteries. For acceptable battery life, and to make sure your camera operates dependably, use the replacement batteries listed above. Extending battery life Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power: ­ Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen (see page 20) ­ Excessive use of the flash ­ Using the camera screen as a viewfinder (see page 10) 3 Getting started Visit www.kodak.com/go/cx7220accessories for: Kodak EasyShare camera dock--powers your camera, transfers pictures to your computer, and charges the included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack. Kodak EasyShare printer dock--powers your camera, makes 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) prints with or without a computer, transfers pictures, and charges the included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack. Kodak 3-volt AC adapter--powers your camera. CAUTION: Do not use a 5-volt AC adapter (included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock and printer dock) to power your camera. Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth before loading batteries in the camera. 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. For more information on batteries, visit www.kodak.com/global/en/service/batteries/batteryUsage.jhtml. Turning the camera on and off Ready light Turn the Mode dial from Off to any other position. The ready light blinks green while the camera performs a self-check, then glows green when the camera is ready. To turn off the camera, turn the Mode dial to Off. The camera completes operations that are in process. 4 Getting started Changing the display If you want to Turn the camera screen on or off. Change the camera screen setting so that it is on whenever the camera is on. Then do this Press the OK button. See Liveview, page 18. . Show/Hide the status icons when the camera screen is off. Press Selecting a language Selecting a language, first time The Language screen appears the first time you turn on the camera. Press to highlight a language, then press the OK button. The Set Date & Time screen is displayed in the language you selected (see Setting the date and time, first time). Selecting a language, anytime 1 In any mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight Language , then press the OK button. 4 Highlight a language, then press the OK button. 5 Press the Menu button to exit. The text is displayed in the selected language. Setting the date and time Setting the date and time, first time The Date & Time have been reset message appears after the Language screen the first time you turn on the camera. It may also appear if the batteries are removed for an extended 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 and time, anytime. 5 Getting started Setting the date and time, anytime 1 In any mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup Menu , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight Date & Time , then press the OK button. to advance to the 4 Press to adjust the date and time. Press next setting. 5 When finished, press the OK button. 6 Press the Menu button to exit. NOTE: Depending on your computer operating system, Kodak EasyShare software may update the ...