Kodak EasyShare Z7590 zoom digital camera FPO User's guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera, www.kodak.com/go/z7590support Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, New York 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2005 All screen images are simulated. Kodak and EasyShare are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. Schneider-Kreuznach, Xenar, and Variogon are trademarks of Jos. Schneider Optische Werke GmbH used under license by Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 4J3110 Product features Top, front view 3 4 5 6 2 1 1 2 3 Jog dial Shutter button Microphone 4 5 6 Flip-up flash Self-Timer/Video light Lens www.kodak.com/go/support i Product features Side views 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 1 2 3 4 SD/MMC card slot Diopter dial External flash connector External-flash-connector cover 5 6 7 8 USB port/ DC-In/ A/V-Out cover USB port DC-In (5V) A/V Out (for TV viewing) ii www.kodak.com/go/support Product features Back view 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 9 10 15 14 13 12 11 1 Neck strap post 2 EVF/LCD toggle button 3 EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) 4 On/Off button 5 Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto) 6 Neck strap post 7 Status button 8 Share button 9 Joystick (move OK button (press) ); 10 11 12 13 14 15 Mode dial Review button Menu button Delete button Power ring LCD screen (Liquid Crystal Display) www.kodak.com/go/support iii Product features Top and bottom views 2 1 3 4 5 7 6 8 9 10 11 Top 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Speaker 8 Exposure bracketing / 9 First burst /Last burst button Close-up /Landscape button Flash button Flip-up flash Open flash switch Shutter button 10 11 Bottom Battery door Tripod socket/locator for EasyShare camera dock or printer dock Dock connector Locator for EasyShare camera dock or printer dock iv www.kodak.com/go/support Table of contents 1 1 Getting started ......................................................................................1 Installing the software first ............................................................................ 1 Charging the battery ..................................................................................... 1 Inserting the battery...................................................................................... 2 Important battery information ....................................................................... 2 Battery safety and handling ........................................................................... 4 Turning the camera on and off ...................................................................... 5 Setting the language ..................................................................................... 5 Setting the date and time .............................................................................. 6 Changing the display, EVF or LCD.................................................................. 7 Checking camera and picture status .............................................................. 7 Storing pictures on a SD or MMC card ........................................................... 8 2 Taking pictures and videos ....................................................................9 Taking a picture ............................................................................................ 9 Taking a video ............................................................................................ 14 Quickview--Reviewing the picture or video just taken ................................. 15 Using optical zoom ..................................................................................... 16 Using advanced digital zoom....................................................................... 16 Picture-taking modes .................................................................................. 17 Using the flip-up flash ................................................................................. 23 Using an external flash unit......................................................................... 27 Shooting close-up and landscape pictures.................................................... 27 Using exposure bracketing .......................................................................... 28 Using burst ................................................................................................. 29 Changing picture-taking settings ................................................................. 30 Using setup to customize your camera......................................................... 36 Putting yourself in the picture or video......................................................... 38 Pre-tagging for album names ...................................................................... 39 Tips for better pictures ................................................................................ 40 www.kodak.com/go/support v Table of contents 3 Reviewing pictures and videos ............................................................45 Viewing single pictures and videos .............................................................. 45 Viewing multiple pictures and videos ........................................................... 47 Playing a video............................................................................................ 47 Deleting pictures and videos........................................................................ 48 Magnifying pictures..................................................................................... 48 Changing optional review settings............................................................... 49 Protecting pictures and videos from deletion................................................ 49 Viewing picture/video information ............................................................... 50 Tagging pictures/videos for albums.............................................................. 50 Running a slide show .................................................................................. 51 Displaying pictures and videos on a television.............................................. 52 Copying pictures and videos ........................................................................ 53 4 Installing the software ........................................................................54 Install the software ..................................................................................... 55 5 Sharing pictures and videos ................................................................56 When can I tag my pictures and videos? ...................................................... 56 Tagging pictures for printing........................................................................ 57 Tagging pictures and videos for emailing ..................................................... 58 Tagging pictures as favorites ....................................................................... 59 6 Transferring and printing pictures .......................................................62 Transferring pictures/videos with the USB cable ........................................... 62 Printing from a Kodak EasyShare printer dock or your computer ................... 63 Printing from an optional SD or MMC card .................................................. 63 Ordering prints online ................................................................................. 63 Direct printing with a PictBridge-enabled printer .......................................... 64 Dock compatibility for your camera.............................................................. 66 vi www.kodak.com/go/support Table of contents 7 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................67 Camera problems........................................................................................ 67 Computer/connectivity problems.................................................................. 70 Picture quality problems .............................................................................. 70 Power-ring-light status................................................................................ 72 Direct printing (PictBridge) problems............................................................ 73 8 Getting help ........................................................................................74 Helpful links................................................................................................ 74 Telephone customer support ....................................................................... 75 9 Appendix .............................................................................................76 Camera specifications ................................................................................. 76 Storage capacities ....................................................................................... 79 Power-saving features................................................................................. 81 Accessories ................................................................................................ 82 Upgrading your software and firmware........................................................ 83 Additional care and maintenance ................................................................ 83 Warranty..................................................................................................... 84 Regulatory compliance ................................................................................ 86 www.kodak.com/go/support vii viii www.kodak.com/go/support 1 Getting started 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 install incorrectly. See the Start Here! guide or Install the software, page 55. Charging the battery The Li-Ion rechargeable battery requires charging 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. The indicator light turns red. When the indicator light turns green, remove the battery and unplug the charger. Charging takes approximately 3 hours. 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/z7590accessories. www.kodak.com/go/support 1 Getting started Inserting the battery CAUTION: Use only a Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable battery. 1 Make sure the camera is turned off. 2 On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery door and lift to open. 3 Insert the battery as shown. Push the battery completely into the battery compartment. 4 Close the battery door. Important battery information Kodak battery replacement types/battery life Actual battery life may vary based on usage. Li-Ion rechargeable battery, 1700 mAh (KLIC 5001) (included with camera) 0 Battery Life (Approx. number of pictures) 275-325 400 We recommend using only a Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable battery. Not all manufacturers' 3.7V Li-Ion rechargeable batteries are compatible with the camera. Damage caused by unauthorized accessories is not covered under warranty. Optional battery: You can use a Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable battery, 1050 mAh, but it is a lower power battery. Expect approximately 30% fewer pictures per full charge than with the 1700 mAh battery included with your camera. 2 www.kodak.com/go/support Getting started Extending battery life Limit the following activities that deplete battery power: ­ Using Quickview (page 15) ­ Excessive use of the flash ­ Using the LCD screen; utilize the EVF screen instead. Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth before inserting a battery 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. Visit www.kodak.com/go/z7590accessories for: Kodak EasyShare camera dock--powers your camera, transfers pictures to your computer, and charges your battery. 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 your battery. Kodak 5-volt AC adapter--powers your camera. www.kodak.com/go/support 3 Getting started Battery safety and handling CAUTION: When removing batteries, allow them to cool first; batteries may be hot. Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer. Use only batteries that are approved for this product. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a batt ...