Kodak EasyShare LS743 zoom digital camera User's guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera, www.kodak.com/go/ls743support 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 4J1032 Product features Front view 1 23 45 11 10 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 Jog dial Microphone Self Timer/Video light Viewfinder lens Light sensor USB Port 7 Video out (for TV connection) 8 DC-In (5V) 9 Lens/Lens cover 10 Neck strap post 11 Flash unit ,for optional AC adapter Bottom view 1 2 3 1 Tripod socket/locator for EasyShare camera dock or printer dock 2 Data plate with camera serial number 3 Dock connector i Product features Back view 89 10 11 12 13 14 7 6 5 4 15 16 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 17 18 2 1 10 On/off button/power light 11 Speaker 12 Flash button 13 Shutter button 14 Jog dial (for selecting camera modes) 15 OK button (press in) 16 4-way controller 17 Battery slot 18 Slot for optional SD/MMC card Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto) Camera modes Camera screen (LCD) Share button Review button Menu button Delete button Viewfinder Ready light ii 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 ................................................................ 19 Putting yourself in the picture.......................................................... 21 Putting yourself in the video ............................................................ 21 Pre-tagging for album names .......................................................... 22 3 Reviewing pictures and videos ................................................. 23 Viewing single pictures and videos .................................................. 23 Viewing multiple pictures and videos ............................................... 23 Playing a video................................................................................ 24 Deleting pictures and videos............................................................ 24 Changing optional review settings................................................... 24 Magnifying pictures......................................................................... 25 Protecting pictures and videos from deletion.................................... 25 Tagging pictures and videos for albums ........................................... 26 Running a slide show ...................................................................... 26 Copying pictures and videos ............................................................ 28 Viewing picture and video information............................................. 28 iii Table of contents 4 Installing the software ............................................................. 29 Minimum system requirements ........................................................ 29 Install the software ......................................................................... 30 5 Sharing pictures and videos ..................................................... 31 Tagging pictures for printing............................................................ 32 Tagging pictures and videos for emailing ......................................... 33 Tagging pictures as favorites ........................................................... 34 6 Transferring and printing pictures ............................................ 36 Transferring pictures and videos with the USB cable......................... 36 Printing pictures from your computer ............................................... 37 Ordering prints online ..................................................................... 37 Printing from an optional SD/MMC card .......................................... 37 Printing without a computer............................................................ 37 7 Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 38 Camera problems............................................................................ 38 Computer/connectivity problems...................................................... 39 Picture quality problems .................................................................. 40 Camera ready light status................................................................ 41 Camera power light status .............................................................. 42 8 Getting help ............................................................................. 43 Helpful links.................................................................................... 43 Software help.................................................................................. 43 Telephone customer support ........................................................... 43 9 Appendix .................................................................................. 45 Camera specifications ..................................................................... 45 Tips, safety, maintenance ................................................................ 48 Storage capacities ........................................................................... 48 Power-saving features..................................................................... 49 Upgrading your software and firmware............................................ 49 Regulatory compliance .................................................................... 50 iv 1 Getting started 1 4 5 2* 6 3 Package contents 1 Camera with neck strap 2 Custom dock insert * 3 USB cable 4 Kodak EasyShare Li-ion rechargeable battery (KLIC-5000) 5 Battery charger, with plug(s) 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 LS743 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 30 or the Start Here! guide. 1 Getting started Charging the battery The Li-Ion rechargeable battery requires charging before first use. 1 2 3 Red = charging Green = fully charged 3 hours or less 1 Insert the battery into the charger. 2 Insert the plug that matches your electrical outlet. 3 Plug the charger into the outlet. 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. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Open the battery door. 3 Orient the battery as shown, and push it in. 4 Close the battery door. 5 To remove, slide the release tab and pull the battery out. release tab 2 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) 0 200 - 250 Battery Life (Approx. number of pictures per full charge) 300 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 23) ­ Using the camera screen as a viewfinder (see page 11) ­ 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/ls743accessories 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. 3 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 power light glows steady blue. Auto mode is selected. To turn off the camera, press and hold the on/off button for about a second. The camera completes operations that are in Auto mode 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 Turn the camera screen off or on. Change the camera screen setting so that it is off when you turn on the camera. Show/Hide the status icons. Then do this Press the OK button. See Using the camera screen as a viewfinder, page 11. Press . 4 Getting started Setting the date and time Setting the date & time, first time The Date and Time have been reset message appears the first time you turn on 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 3 Press 4 Press setting. to highlight Setup Menu, then press the OK button. to highlight Date & Time, then press the OK button. to adjust the date and time. Press to advance to the next 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. 5 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 th ...