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  • Page 3 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera User’s Guide P/N 6B8773...
  • Page 4 Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester, New York, 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2004 Kodak and Kodak Professional are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Important Information System Requirements for Your Computer ... 1-1 Warranty Registration for your Camera... 1-1 Warnings... 1-2 Safety Warnings... 1-2 Operational Warnings ... 1-2 Important Safeguards and Precautions ... 1-3 Electromagnetic Emissions... 1-6 VCCI ... 1-6 2 About Your Camera Nomenclature...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Digital Status Button...2-9 Delete Button ...2-9 Tag/Record Button...2-9 LCDs...2-10 Top Status LCD...2-10 Image LCD ...2-10 Turning On the Image LCD ...2-11 Display Activation...2-12 Turning Off the Image LCD...2-12 Digital Status LCD...2-13 Using the Menus ...2-14 Navigating Through the Menus ...2-15 Using the Digital Status Button and Digital Status LCD to Highlight Menu Options...2-16 Using the Hotkey Button to Highlight Menu Options ...2-17 Lens...2-18...
  • Page 7 Conserving Batteries ... 3-5 Situations Using Extra Battery Power ... 3-5 CR 2032 Coin Cell... 3-6 Disposing of Batteries ... 3-6 4 The Basics Basic Mode ... 4-1 Setting Basic Mode... 4-2 Accessing Functions Using the Basic Menu ... 4-2 Digital Status LCD...
  • Page 8 Updating Firmware...5-6 Folder and File Naming...5-8 Setting Hotkeys ...5-9 Using Job Tracker...5-10 Saving a Job Tracker File to a Card...5-10 Loading a Job Tracker File from a Card...5-11 Loading a Job Tracker File From Camera Memory ...5-12 Selecting a Language...5-12 Resetting Defaults ...5-13 User Setups...5-14 Creating a New User Setup...5-14...
  • Page 9 Cancelling Remote Control Mode ... 5-28 Using the Mirror Lock-Up with the Remote Controller... 5-29 Replacing the Remote Controller Battery... 5-29 Setting the Electronic Sound... 5-30 Lens Optimization... 5-31 Overview... 5-31 Selecting the Method of Lens Optimization... 5-32 Auto ... 5-32 Manual...
  • Page 10 Determining Write Speed ...6-8 For the Most Accurate Write Speed Measurement ...6-8 Folders for Captured Images...6-9 Selecting a Capture Folder...6-9 Creating a New Folder ...6-10 Image Files ...6-11 Setting the Crop Aspect Ratio...6-11 Setting Raw Resolution...6-12 Setting JPEG Resolution...6-12 Setting JPEG Quality...6-13 Correcting Digital Exposure ...6-14 Setting Exposure Bias...6-14 Setting Look ...6-15...
  • Page 11 Transferring Images... 9-4 Editing Images ... 9-4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk ... 9-5 KODAK PROFESSIONAL Extended Range Imaging File Format Module... 9-5 Capture Workflow when the Camera Is Connected to a Computer... 9-6 Connecting to a Computer and Power Supply... 9-6 Starting the Capture Software ...
  • Page 12 Compatible Flash Units ...10-1 Mounting a Hot Shoe Flash ...10-2 Connecting a Studio Flash...10-2 Available Features...10-3 E-TTL Autoflash ...10-3 High Speed Sync Mode ...10-4 Flash Exposure Lock...10-4 Flash Exposure Compensation ...10-5 Flash Exposure Bracketing ...10-5 Previewing Flash Results...10-5 Wireless Flash with One or More Flash Units ...10-5 11 Working with Images on the Camera Reviewing Images ...11-1 Selecting an Image Mode ...11-1...
  • Page 13 Deleting Images... 11-11 Tagging Images ... 11-12 Recording Sound Files... 11-13 12 Viewing Image LCD Information on External Video Connecting ... 12-1 Enabling External Video ... 12-2 13 Connecting to Your Computer Advantages to an IEEE 1394 Connection... 13-1 Advantages to a Card Reader ... 13-1 Connecting Your Camera to the Computer...
  • Page 14 CANON Lenses ...B-3 Appendix C Troubleshooting Problems, Causes, and Remedies...C-1 Appendix D Warranty KODAK PROFESSI0NAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera ... D-1 Warranty Repair Coverage ... D-1 Limitations... D-2 Outside the United States ... D-3 How to Obtain Service ... D-3 Product Support Options ...

  • Page 15: Important Information

    System Requirements for Your Computer Warranty Registration for your Camera April 28, 2004 Thank you for purchasing your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c). This portable camera system allows you to capture and store high-resolution, high-quality digital images. Before you start using the camera, follow the instructions listed below.

  • Page 16: Warnings

    • Use only the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro DC Power Module included with your camera or available from Kodak as an accessory. Do not plug other adapters into the camera. • The KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro DC Power Module is for indoor use only.

  • Page 17: Important Safeguards And Precautions

    Do not use the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Charger / AC Adapter near water—for example, near a sink or in a wet room or basement.
  • Page 18 Lightning—For added protection for your camera during a lightning storm, or any time when you will leave your camera unattended for long periods of time, unplug the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Charger / AC Adapter from the power outlet and disconnect the camera from the computer.
  • Page 19 April 28, 2004 Damage Requiring Service—Unplug your camera from the wall outlet and computer, and refer all servicing to the manufacturer under the following conditions: • If liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen into your camera. • If your camera has been exposed to heavy rain or water. (While it is designed to tolerate a reasonable amount of moisture, your camera is not waterproof.) •...

  • Page 20: Electromagnetic Emissions

    Important Information Electromagnetic Emissions VCCI This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 21 Important Information April 28, 2004...
  • Page 22 Important Information April 28, 2004...

  • Page 23: About Your Camera

    About Your Camera Nomenclature Camera Front Vertical Shutter button April 28, 2004 Camera Strap eyelets Depth of Field Preview button Remote Control sensor Lens Release button Remote Release Accessory port...

  • Page 24: Camera Back

    About Your Camera Camera Back ISO button Hotkey button Menu button Nav+ button Digital Status button Image LCD Digital Status LCD Camera Top D-Dial (Drive dial) Metering Mode button Function button AF Mode button Hotkey button ISO button Diopter adjuster Viewfinder Hot shoe AE Lock button...

  • Page 25: Camera Bottom

    Camera Bottom Camera Strap eyelet Left Side April 28, 2004 About Your Camera Tripod mount Name plate Battery slot PC Sync terminal Coin cell battery slot Video port IEEE 1394 port Serial port Battery...

  • Page 26: Right Side

    About Your Camera Right Side Open Media Door Vertical Shutter button CF Eject button CF card slot Card Busy LED SD/MMC card slot April 28, 2004...

  • Page 27: Control Dials

    Control Dials D-Dial S-Dial/Mode Selector Lever April 28, 2004 Auto Bracketing Mirror Lock-Up Self Timer (2s) Self Timer (10s) Drive Area Continuous shooting Single Frame shooting Power off Manual Exposure Shutter Speed Priority AE Aperture Priority AE Program AE S-Dial Mode selector lever About Your Camera...

  • Page 28: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turn the D-Dial to Crop lines for 8 x 10 format NOTE: Do not attempt to replace the Focus screen. Return the camera to an authorized KODAK service center. (Single Frame shooting) to turn the camera to turn the camera off.

  • Page 29: Digital Buttons

    Digital Buttons Hotkey button Menu button Nav+ button Digital Status button Five-way control April 28, 2004 NOTE: Use the buttons to the left of the Image LCD with the Five-way control. Use the buttons to the right side of the Image LCD without the Five-way control.

  • Page 30: Ok Button

    About Your Camera OK Button Cancel Button Menu Button Nav+ Button • Turns on the Image LCD in Image mode • Implements a highlighted menu option • Enables the Region of Interest box in Zoom Image mode • Implements a zoom in Zoom Image mode •...

  • Page 31: Hotkey Button

    Hotkey Button Digital Status Button Delete Button Tag/Record Button April 28, 2004 The Hotkey button provides a shortcut to frequently used (user-definable) digital functions. NOTE: The Digital Status button provides shortcuts to specific capture-critical functions. Use the Hotkey button for functions not already available through the Digital Status button.

  • Page 32: Lcds

    About Your Camera LCDs Top Status LCD Sound setting Shutter speed/ISO setting Frame counter Auto bracketing Exposure meter Image LCD 2-10 Using the Image LCD you can: • Conveniently evaluate and review images in the camera NOTE: Occasionally there are a few pixels in the LCD that are either brighter or darker than the scene depicted.

  • Page 33: Turning On The Image Lcd

    Turning On the Image LCD April 28, 2004 All of the buttons listed below turn on the Image LCD if it is off. Some of the buttons provide shortcuts to specific functions on the Image LCD. Browse images—OK button, Nav+ button Navigate menus—Menu button, Digital Status button (shortcut), Hotkey button (shortcut) Digital...

  • Page 34: Display Activation

    About Your Camera Display Activation Turning Off the Image 2-12 If you use your right eye when capturing images, your nose may accidentally press one of the buttons on the left side of the camera (Nav+, Menu, Digital Status, or Hotkey). If you use your left eye when capturing images, your nose may accidentally press the OK button on the right side of the camera.

  • Page 35: Digital Status Lcd

    Digital Status LCD April 28, 2004 The Digital Status LCD provides the following information: Status information Capture-related information - interactive shortcuts to associated menu options on the Image LCD Review-related information Helpful messages Brief descriptions of highlighted menu options Brief procedural instructions Capture-related status information: When the Image LCD is turned off, or when you lightly press the Shutter button, the Digital Status LCD displays capture-related information and provides shortcuts to associated menu...

  • Page 36: Using The Menus

    About Your Camera Using the Menus 2-14 Your camera provides a variety of digital functions. You can access these functions through the tabbed menus on the Image LCD. The tabbed menus are available in Advanced mode. In Basic mode there is a single menu with no tabs.

  • Page 37: Navigating Through The Menus

    Navigating Through the Menus April 28, 2004 1. Press and hold the Menu button and press the right or left side of the Five-way control to highlight the tab containing the desired set of functions. 2. Release the Menu button. 3.

  • Page 38: Using The Digital Status Button And Digital Status Lcd To Highlight Menu Options

    About Your Camera Using the Digital Status Button and Digital Status LCD to Highlight Menu Options 2-16 The Digital Status button, the Digital Status LCD, and the Five-way control provide a shortcut to menu options on the Image LCD. 1. Press and hold the Digital Status button to highlight the last-used function on the Digital Status LCD, and highlight its associated menu option on the Image LCD.

  • Page 39: Using The Hotkey Button To Highlight Menu Options

    Using the Hotkey Button to Highlight Menu Options April 28, 2004 The Hotkey button provides a shortcut to frequently used (user-definable) digital functions. You can change the Hotkey settings. To access a function using the Hotkey button: 1. Press the Hotkey button to highlight the menu option associated with the first Hotkey position.

  • Page 40: Lens

    About Your Camera Lens Mounting the Lens 2-18 Your camera uses CANON EF lenses or SIGMA lenses with a CANON EF mount (see page B-1). 1. Turn the D-Dial to 2. Remove the camera’s body cap and the lens’ rear cap. 3.

  • Page 41: Removing The Lens

    Removing the Lens Imager Shutter Button April 28, 2004 • Press the Lens Release button and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Gently remove the lens from the camera body. NOTE: On the mount surface of the lens, there are a number of electric contacts.

  • Page 42: Diopter Adjustment

    About Your Camera Diopter Adjustment 2-20 Adjust the Viewfinder Diopter so that you can see clearly through the viewfinder. • While looking through the viewfinder, slide the Diopter adjuster to the left or to the right, until the image appears sharp on the focus screen. The camera's adjustable diopter range is -3 to +1 dpt.

  • Page 43: Depth Of Field Preview Button

    Depth of Field Preview Button Depth of Field April 28, 2004 The depth of field is the zone of acceptable focus in front of and behind the subject. • Press the Depth of Field Preview button to confirm the depth of field through the viewfinder.

  • Page 44: Hot Shoe

    About Your Camera Hot Shoe PC Sync Terminal Remote Release Accessory Port 2-22 The Hot Shoe allows the mounting of electronic flash products and accessories. See page 10-1 for a list of compatible flash units. CAUTION Do not use flash models other than those listed in chapter 10 since high sync voltages and/or extra hot shoe contacts can damage your camera.

  • Page 45: Viewfinder Cap

    Viewfinder Cap April 28, 2004 When using the Self Timer or the Remote Controller, cover the Viewfinder eyepiece with the Viewfinder cap to prevent stray light from entering the Viewfinder. NOTE: Attach your Viewfinder cap to the neck strap (see strap also helps prevent stray light from entering.

  • Page 46: Camera Straps

    About Your Camera Camera Straps Attaching the Neck Strap Attaching the Hand Strap 2-24 A neck strap and a hand strap are included with your camera. You can attach either or both. • Slide the Viewfinder cap (see page the ends of the neck strap through the camera strap eyelets. Pull firmly on the strap to make sure it is held securely by the buckles.

  • Page 47: Powering Your Camera

    • KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Charger / AC Adapter (charger/adapter) • CR 2032 coin cell battery (available at most battery retailers) • International power cord set NOTE: You can also operate your camera using a KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro 14n battery. Power module Charger/adapter You can power your camera using either the power module or battery.

  • Page 48: Powering Your Camera Using The Power Module

    Powering Your Camera Powering Your Camera using the Power Module latch Powering Your Camera using a Battery Charging Batteries Power LED 1. Insert the power module in the battery slot on the camera and turn the latch clockwise. 2. Insert the power module cable into the power module and into the port on the charger/adapter.
  • Page 49 April 28, 2004 3. Insert a battery in the battery slot on the charger/adapter. The appearance of the Charging LED varies, depending on the status of the charging operation: Color Action green one blink green two blinks green three blinks green constant blinks about once / sec.

  • Page 50: Inserting/Removing Batteries

    Powering Your Camera Inserting/Removing Batteries Checking Battery Status • To insert, slide a charged battery in the battery slot on the camera and turn the latch clockwise. • To remove, lift the latch, turn the latch counterclockwise and slide the battery out.

  • Page 51: Conserving Batteries

    To maximize battery performance, turn the camera off or remove the battery when not in use. For more information on battery conservation, go to http://www.kodak.com/go/DCS. NOTE: You can change the battery save time for the camera or Image LCD or change the Meter Off time (see •...

  • Page 52: Cr 2032 Coin Cell

    Powering Your Camera CR 2032 Coin Cell Disposing of Batteries The included CR 2032 coin cell battery maintains the time and date on your camera when it is not powered. This battery has an average life span of one to two years. Purchase replacement batteries from your camera dealer. 1.

  • Page 53: The Basics

    The Basics Basic Mode April 28, 2004 This chapter describes the functions available in Basic mode and provides basic instructions for composing, focusing, and capturing images. Your camera has two modes for accessing digital functions: Basic and Advanced modes. Using Basic mode you can change settings on some digital functions.

  • Page 54: Setting Basic Mode

    The Basics Setting Basic Mode Accessing Functions Using the Basic Menu 1. If the Image LCD is off, press the Menu button to turn it on. If the Image LCD is on and images are displayed, press the Menu button to display the Basic Mode menu. NOTE: If the screen at the left appears, the camera is already in Basic mode.

  • Page 55: Digital Status Lcd

    Digital Status LCD Using the Digital Status LCD to Highlight Menu Options April 28, 2004 The Digital Status LCD displays shown here appear when the Basic menu is displayed. (In Advanced mode, additional information appears.) Capture-related status information: When the Image LCD is turned off, or when you lightly press the Shutter button, the Digital Status LCD displays capture-related information and provides shortcuts to associated menu options on the Image LCD.

  • Page 56: Setting Iso

    The Basics Setting ISO ISO determines the sensitivity of the camera’s imager to light. Increasing or decreasing the ISO increases or decreases sensitivity. The ISO range is 160 - 1600 (Raw files), or 160 - 800 (JPEG files). See page 6-4.

  • Page 57: Setting White Balance

    Setting White Balance April 28, 2004 White Balance adjusts an image to match the type of lighting used when capturing images. When you specify a White Balance option, that setting is applied to subsequently captured images. White Balance options include Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, and Flash.

  • Page 58: Setting Raw Resolution

    The Basics Setting Raw Resolution Setting JPEG Resolution The three resolutions for Raw files are: 13.5 MP—Full-resolution Raw images (4500 x 3000) 6.0 MP—Half-resolution Raw images (3000 x 2000) 3.4 MP—Quarter-resolution Raw images (2250 x 1500) 1. Choose Raw Resolution from the Capture menu, then highlight a resolution.

  • Page 59: Formatting A Card

    Formatting a Card April 28, 2004 Format a card if it was formatted incorrectly or if the data on the card becomes corrupted. If you have used a card for several sessions (for example, two or three dozen), you may want to format it on the camera you will be using so that the full capacity of the card is available.

  • Page 60: Changing The Display Contrast

    The Basics Changing the Display Contrast You can change the contrast and lighten or darken the images displayed on the Image LCD. NOTE: Changing the contrast does not affect the stored images, only the view of the images on the Image LCD. 1.

  • Page 61: Turning The Overexposure Indicator On And Off

    Turning the Overexposure Indicator On and Off April 28, 2004 You can indicate areas of overexposure in images in Single or Multiple Image Display modes. 1. Choose Overexposure Indicator from the Basic menu, then highlight Highlight Off to turn the Overexposure Indicator off. 2.

  • Page 62: Firmware

    Firmware is the software program that runs within your camera and controls its operation. If a new firmware version becomes available, you can download it from the Kodak Web site and update the firmware in your camera. NOTE: The first time you attempt to download KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS firmware, you must supply an email address and register your camera.

  • Page 63: Updating Firmware

    5. Read all of the information on the firmware download page. It contains important information about the firmware update, including data about compatible KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS host software, bug fixes, new features and other pertinent information. 6. Select the download file for your operating system. For WINDOWS machines, click the filename ending in .exe.
  • Page 64 The Basics 4-12 13. Choose Firmware from the Basic menu, then highlight Update. 14. Press the OK button. A progress screen appears while the firmware is updating. The update takes about 30 seconds. IMPORTANT: After the firmware has been written to the camera memory, the camera reboots and loads the new firmware.

  • Page 65: Setting The Time/Date

    Setting the Time/Date Setting User Mode April 28, 2004 A time and date stamp is associated with each image file. A CR 2032 coin cell battery maintains the time and date for approximately one to two years. If this battery loses its charge, you must replace the battery and reset the time and date.

  • Page 66: Using The Hotkey Button To Highlight Menu Options

    The Basics Using the Hotkey button to Highlight Menu Options 4-14 The Hotkey button provides a shortcut to frequently used digital functions. You cannot change Hotkey settings in Basic mode. Advanced mode provides five Hotkey positions and the option to change their settings. To access functions using the Hotkey while in Basic mode, the functions must be assigned to Hotkey positions in Advanced mode (see To access a function using the Hotkey button:...

  • Page 67: Composing, Focusing, And Capturing Images

    Composing, Focusing, and Capturing Images April 28, 2004 1. Hold the camera properly. • Use your left hand to cradle the camera with your elbow propped against your body for support. • Grasp the camera hand grip with your right hand. •...

  • Page 69: Configuring Your Camera

    Setting the User Mode April 28, 2004 This chapter describes features and methods for configuring your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c). Access most of the tools through the Tools menu on the Image LCD. You must be in Advanced mode for the menus to appear.

  • Page 70: Setting Battery Save

    Configuring your Camera Setting Battery Save Camera Image LCD You can set separate battery save times for the camera and the Image LCD. To conserve battery power, your camera goes into a low-power mode if not used for a specified amount of time. 1.

  • Page 71: Custom Settings

    Custom Settings Custom Settings Table April 28, 2004 You can change Custom Settings using the Custom Settings menu. See the table below for a complete list of custom settings. 1. Choose the desired setting from the Custom Setting menu (CSM), then highlight an option.
  • Page 72 Configuring your Camera Custom Description Setting IR Remote Channel Assignment of channels to infrared Remote Control Sound Cues Assignment of sound cues to various camera functions NOTE: You can also turn the AF Lock sound cue on or off using the Electronic Sound function (see Meter Off Time...

  • Page 73: Firmware

    You can: • View information about your current firmware version • Download new firmware versions from the Kodak Web site and update the firmware in your camera (see • Enable optional firmware features NOTE: You must register your camera (see download firmware.

  • Page 74: Downloading Firmware To Your Computer

    5. Read all of the information on the firmware download page. It contains important information about the firmware update, including data about compatible KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS host software, bug fixes, new features and other pertinent information. 6. Select the download file for your operating system. For WINDOWS machines, click the filename ending in .exe.
  • Page 75 April 28, 2004 card. IMPORTANT: You must update the camera firmware using a memory card. You cannot update the firmware using the IEEE 1394 interface. 11. Insert the card straight into your camera. 12. Put a fully charged battery in your camera and turn the camera on. 13.

  • Page 76: Folder And File Naming

    Configuring your Camera Folder and File Naming You can choose how to number files and folders on the camera. You can also specify the maximum number of changes allowed in a folder. Continuous—Names are assigned in a continuous sequence and are not reset to 0 when a new card is inserted.

  • Page 77: Setting Hotkeys

    Setting Hotkeys April 28, 2004 Hotkeys provide shortcuts to frequently used digital functions. Your camera has built-in settings for five Hotkeys. You can clear settings or reset the Hotkeys to different digital functions, according to your own workflow. NOTE: The Digital Status button provides shortcuts to specific capture-critical functions.

  • Page 78: Using Job Tracker

    On the computer: 1. Place a CF card in the computer’s card reader. 2. Using KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk Software, save the .IPT file to the card. Alternatively, you can save the file to your hard drive and copy it to a card later.

  • Page 79: Loading A Job Tracker File From A Card

    Loading a Job Tracker File from a Card April 28, 2004 1. Insert the card in the camera. 2. Choose Job Tracker from the Tools menu then highlight Load. 3. Choose Load from Card. If you chose Load from Card and there are two cards in the camera, highlight a card.

  • Page 80: Loading A Job Tracker File From Camera Memory

    Configuring your Camera Loading a Job Tracker File From Camera Memory Selecting a Language 5-12 1. Choose Job Tracker from the Tools menu then highlight Load. 2. Choose Load from Memory then highlight a file. 3. Press the OK button. The file becomes the active job tracker file.

  • Page 81: Resetting Defaults

    Resetting Defaults April 28, 2004 You can restore digital settings and camera settings to the factory defaults. 1. Choose Default Reset from the Tools menu, then highlight Digital Settings, Camera Settings, or Both. 2. Press the OK button. 3. Press the OK button to accept the change and dismiss the confirmation screen.

  • Page 82: User Setups

    You can transfer setups from one KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c camera) to another (see 1. If there are ten setups saved in camera memory, delete one or more to make room for the new setup (see 2.

  • Page 83: Saved Setups

    Saved Setups Loading a Setup from a Card You can load a setup from the root directory of a memory card into camera Saving a Setup to a Card April 28, 2004 You can do the following with saved setups: •...

  • Page 84: Deleting Setups From Camera Memory

    Configuring your Camera Deleting Setups from Camera Memory Selecting a User Setup Editing an Existing Setup 5-16 You can save up to ten setups in camera memory. If there are already ten setups saved, you must delete one or more setups before new setups can be saved or loaded.

  • Page 85: Using Setups On More Than One Camera

    Using Setups on More than One Camera Time and Date April 28, 2004 Most settings are transferred when you load User Setups that have been saved to a card using a different DCS Pro SLR/c camera. The exceptions are Click Balance and Job Tracker settings, but you can work around these exceptions.

  • Page 86: Using The Vertical Release

    Configuring your Camera Using the Vertical Release 5-18 You can lock or unlock the camera’s vertical shutter release or set it to Auto. Auto—The vertical shutter release operates when the camera is in portrait orientation (turned 90° clockwise or counterclockwise). Unlock—The vertical shutter release operates when the camera is in any orientation.

  • Page 87: Long Exposure

    Long Exposure April 28, 2004 You can enable or disable a long exposure feature on your camera. When enabled, this feature reduces noise in long exposures. The choices are: Off—If you use a long shutter speed to capture an image while this feature is Off, a message suggests that you enable it.

  • Page 88: Intervalometer

    Configuring your Camera Intervalometer 5-20 The Intervalometer automatically captures a sequence of images at specified intervals over a specified time period. You might use the Intervalometer to capture a flower bud opening or for unattended surveillance. The Intervalometer is disabled automatically after the specified time period, even if the specified number of images have not been captured.

  • Page 89: Changing Intervalometer Settings

    Changing Intervalometer Settings Option Menu Enable Count Interval Delay April 28, 2004 Procedure 1. Choose Intervalometer from the Tools menu, choose Enable, then highlight Yes or No. 2. Press the OK button. 1. Choose Intervalometer from the Tools menu, then highlight Count. The current count appears with the first digit highlighted.

  • Page 90: Iso

    Configuring your Camera Setting ISO using the Image LCD Setting ISO using Camera Controls 5-22 ISO sets the sensitivity of the camera system to light. Increasing or decreasing the ISO increases or decreases sensitivity. The ISO range is 160 - 1600 (Raw files), or 160 - 800 (JPEG files). See page 6-4.

  • Page 91: Drive Mode

    Drive Mode Drive Area of the D-Dial Single Frame Shooting April 28, 2004 Use the Drive area of the D-Dial to access the following functions: Mirror Lock-Up, Self Timer, Continuous shooting, and Single Frame shooting. When you press the Shutter button in Single Frame Shooting mode, only one image is captured.

  • Page 92: Continuous Shooting

    Configuring your Camera Continuous Shooting 5-24 When you keep the Shutter button fully depressed in Continuous Shooting mode, the camera continuously captures images at the rate of 1.7 images/sec. (as long as there is room in camera memory). • Rotate the D-Dial to Continuous Shooting Drive mode Notes: •...

  • Page 93: Self Timer

    Self Timer To Cancel the Self Timer April 28, 2004 Use the Self Timer to include yourself in the picture or to avoid camera shake. Use a tripod or place the camera on a stable surface before using the Self Timer. When you set the Self Timer to 10s, the shutter will be released 10 seconds after you fully press the Shutter button.

  • Page 94: Mirror Lock-Up

    Configuring your Camera Mirror Lock-Up 5-26 The Mirror Lock-Up function raises the mirror, but delays tripping the shutter until after a fixed delay. Use Mirror Lock-Up when performing close-up photography or when using a long telephoto lens. 1. Rotate the D-Dial to UP. 2.

  • Page 95: Remote Controller

    Remote Controller Setting the Remote Controller April 28, 2004 With this included accessory you can release the camera's shutter from up to 16 ft (5 m) away from in front of the camera, or up to 9.8 ft (3 m) away if you are 30 degrees to either side.

  • Page 96: Setting The Camera To Remote Control Mode

    Configuring your Camera Setting the Camera to Remote Control Mode Cancelling Remote Control Mode 5-28 When using the Remote Controller, use either AF or Manual focus to set the lens focus for the scene, then switch the lens to the MF position. If the lens is left in AF, the camera performs an autofocus when it receives the signal from the Remote Controller and you will not be able to verify the correct focus.

  • Page 97: Using The Mirror Lock-Up With The Remote Controller

    Using the Mirror Lock-Up with the Remote Controller Replacing the Remote Controller Battery April 28, 2004 When using Mirror Lock-Up mode with the Remote Controller, use either AF or Manual focus to set the lens focus for the scene, then switch the lens to the MF position.

  • Page 98: Setting The Electronic Sound

    Configuring your Camera Setting the Electronic Sound 5-30 Your camera can emit a beep for a variety of functions. This section discusses setting the focus confirmation beep. The Sound Cues Custom function (see page 5-3) provides information on the other functions. 1.

  • Page 99: Lens Optimization

    Lens Optimization Overview April 28, 2004 Some lenses produce a color shift in the corners of images. Your camera has a feature that corrects this color shift to create a more uniform image. There are three methods for controlling the strength of this correction. Method one: Auto—(see page determines the correction strength for each image based on analysis of the...

  • Page 100: Selecting The Method Of Lens Optimization

    Configuring your Camera Selecting the Method of Lens Optimization Auto 5-32 There are three methods for optimizing your lens: 1. Choose Lens Optimization from the Capture menu. 2. Choose Auto. 3. Press the OK button. NOTE: Auto is the factory default. If you reset defaults (see the camera resets to the Auto method.

  • Page 101: Manual

    Manual Select a Lens from the User List April 28, 2004 1. With the appropriate lens mounted on the camera, determine the optimum strength for the current focal length and aperture using Photo Desk Software (see page 2. Choose Lens Optimization from the Capture menu, then choose Manual.

  • Page 102: When You Change Lenses

    Configuring your Camera When you Change Lenses 5-34 If you have selected a lens from the user list and you later change the lens, you should select the new lens before shooting. If you capture an image and the lens does not match your selection, the camera will attempt to automatically select the new lens.

  • Page 103: Maintaining The User List

    Maintaining the User List Adding Lenses from the Master List April 28, 2004 The camera maintains a master list of lenses. You can create your own user list of frequently used lenses. You can do the following with the user list: •...
  • Page 104 Configuring your Camera 3. Choose the lens that is mounted on your camera. NOTE: If your lens does not appear in the master list, add a new fixed (see page 5-39), or a new zoom lens (see page 5-40). 4. Press the OK button. The lens is moved from the master list to the user list.

  • Page 105: Removing Lenses From The User List

    Removing Lenses from the User List April 28, 2004 Use this option to move a lens from the user list to the master list. 1. Choose Lens Optimization from the Capture menu, choose Setup, then choose Remove Lens. 2. Select the lens to be removed. 3.

  • Page 106: Saving A List

    If your camera needs repair and the original list cannot be saved, your backup copy can be loaded. If you use more than one KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera, you can save time by creating the user list of commonly used lenses on one camera, then loading it into the others.

  • Page 107: Defining New Lenses

    Defining New Lenses Defining New Fixed Lenses April 28, 2004 If you use a lens that is not in the camera’s master list, you can define a new lens and add it to the user list. You can: • Define a new fixed lens (see page •...

  • Page 108: Defining New Zoom Lenses

    Configuring your Camera Defining New Zoom Lenses 5-40 1. Mount the appropriate lens on the camera. 2. Choose Lens Optimization from the Capture menu, choose Setup, then choose New Zoom Lens. 3. Focus at infinity, set the lens to its shortest focal length, then press the OK button.

  • Page 109: Deleting Defined Lenses

    Deleting Defined Lenses April 28, 2004 Use this option to delete a lens that you defined. 1. Choose Lens Optimization from the Capture menu, choose Setup, then choose Delete Lens. A list of user-defined lenses appears. 2. Select the lens to be removed. 3.

  • Page 110: Editing The Lens Name

    Configuring your Camera Editing the Lens Name 5-42 NOTE: This feature is available for lenses that you defined. It is not available for lenses that you added from the master list. In addition to assigning strength values to lenses in the user list you can add information to help you identify the lens.
  • Page 111 April 28, 2004 3. Enter text. a. To enter a character, press the right or left side of the Five-way control to highlight the character, then press the OK button. b. To change a character, highlight > or <, then press the OK button to move to the next or previous character in the folder name.

  • Page 112: Changing The Strength

    Configuring your Camera Changing the Strength Determining the Optimum Strength 5-44 You can change the strength of a lens in the user list two ways: • Reset the lens to factory defaults (see available only for lenses that were in the master list.) •...

  • Page 113: Assigning Optimum Strengths To Lenses In The User List

    Assigning Optimum Strengths to Lenses in the User List April 28, 2004 Once you determine the optimum strengths for a lens in Photo Desk (see page 5-44) and add the lens to the user list, you can assign the strengths to the lens in the user list.

  • Page 114: Resetting To Defaults

    Configuring your Camera Resetting to Defaults 5-46 NOTE: This feature is available for lenses that you added from the master list. It is not available for lenses that you have defined. You can reset strength values for a lens in the user list to the values in the master list.

  • Page 115: Setting Up Cards, Folders, And Files

    CF card SD or MMC card April 28, 2004 Your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c) has slots for two memory cards. Before capturing images to the memory cards, you can do the following: • Select a folder to hold captured images •...

  • Page 116: Inserting Cards

    Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files Inserting Cards Removing Cards Card icons Eject button Card Busy LED 1. Open the Media door. 2. If using a CF card, insert it in the top slot, label side up. If using an SD or MMC card, insert it in the bottom slot, label side down.

  • Page 117: File Types

    Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files Your camera can save images as Raw or JPEG files. Raw (.dcr) files can be opened by KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk. Raw images can be thought of as "digital negatives." They preserve all image information so you can apply the DCS-specific image enhancements available in DCS Photo Desk.

  • Page 118: File Type And Iso

    Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files File Type and ISO 1. When using one card, choose the appropriate card (CF Card or MMC/SD Card) from the Capture menu, then choose Raw, JPEG, or Raw+JPEG. When using two cards, choose the appropriate card from the Capture menu, then choose Raw, JPEG, Raw+JPEG, or Standby.

  • Page 119: Choosing The Jpeg File Type

    ERI (Extended Range Imaging) JPEG or Standard JPEG. • ERI JPEG files offer enhanced image editing capability. The included KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Extended Range Imaging File Format Module lets you apply many DCS-specific image enhancements before acquiring them into PHOTOSHOP.

  • Page 120: Formatting Cards

    Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files Formatting Cards You may need to format a card if it was formatted incorrectly or if the data on the card becomes corrupted. If you have used a card for several sessions (for example, two or three dozen), you may want to format it on the camera you will be using so that the full capacity of the card is available.

  • Page 121: Recovering Deleted Files

    Recovering Deleted Files April 28, 2004 Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files The Recover feature lets you recover image files recently deleted from a memory card. You can recover files if: • The card was last formatted using your DCS Pro SLR/c camera. •...

  • Page 122: Determining Write Speed

    Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files Determining Write Speed For the Most Accurate Write Speed Measurement You can determine the speed at which your camera writes data to the CF card. Write speeds are measured in Megabytes per second (Mbytes/sec). NOTE: Write speed improves if you turn the Image LCD off when capturing images.

  • Page 123: Folders For Captured Images

    Folders for Captured Images Selecting a Capture Folder April 28, 2004 Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files You can select a folder to hold captured images. You can also create and name new folders. IMPORTANT: When you select or create a folder and there are two cards in the camera, the same folder is selected or created on both cards.

  • Page 124: Creating A New Folder

    • The name of a new folder associated with the default naming scheme • A Custom option for creating a new naming scheme NOTE: All naming schemes follow the DCF (Digital Camera File) standard. 2. If you chose Custom, this screen appears where you can name the folder.

  • Page 125: Image Files

    Image Files Setting the Crop Aspect Ratio April 28, 2004 Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files You can capture Raw, JPEG, or Raw+JPEG files. In addition, you can specify resolution, crop aspect ratio, quality, and other image enhancements. You can select a crop aspect ratio to apply to JPEG images. Crop aspect ratio is not applied to Raw images on the camera.

  • Page 126: Setting Raw Resolution

    Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files Setting Raw Resolution Setting JPEG Resolution 6-12 There are three resolutions available for Raw files: 13.5 MP—Full-resolution Raw images (4500 x 3000) 6.0 MP—Half-resolution Raw images (3000 x 2000) 3.4 MP—Quarter-resolution Raw images (2250 x 1500) 1.

  • Page 127: Setting Jpeg Quality

    Setting JPEG Quality April 28, 2004 Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files You can specify the compression level applied to JPEG files. Best—Images have lowest compression, larger file size, and highest quality Better—Images have moderate compression, smaller file size, and moderate quality Good—Images have highest compression, smallest file size, and lowest quality...

  • Page 128: Correcting Digital Exposure

    1. Choose Digital Exp. Corr. from the Image menu, then highlight Off or 2. Press the OK button. If you use more than one KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera in your studio, you may want to adjust the exposure so that all of your cameras produce consistent output.

  • Page 129: Setting Look

    Setting Look Setting Noise Reduction April 28, 2004 Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files Look applies a tone scale adjustment to JPEG images and tags Raw images for adjustment in the DCS Photo Desk software. Look is applied to JPEG images on the camera. It is not applied to Raw images on the camera.

  • Page 130: Selecting The Sharpening Level

    Setting up Cards, Folders, and Files Selecting the Sharpening Level 6-16 You can specify the sharpening level applied to images. Sharpening is applied to JPEG images on the camera. It is not applied to Raw images on the camera. Rather, the information is saved and applied when the images are processed in the DCS Photo Desk software.

  • Page 131: Controlling Exposure

    April 28, 2004 White Balance adjusts an image to match the type of lighting used when capturing images. Your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c) offers two types of White Balance: Preset and Click. When you specify a Preset or Click Balance option, that setting is applied to subsequently captured images.

  • Page 132: Preset White Balance

    Controlling Exposure Preset White Balance • Choose White Balance from the Capture menu, choose a Preset option, then choose a setting. Preset Category Preset Options Auto Daylight Tungsten Fluorescent Flash Click Balance An approximate Kelvin temperature scale value associated with the selected Preset setting appears in the Digital Status display.

  • Page 133: Click Balance

    Click Balance Using the Current Image for Click Balance April 28, 2004 Click Balance takes RGB values from the current image or from previously saved or loaded settings and applies them to subsequently captured images. NOTE: The Click Balance feature is only available for Raw files. It is not available for JPEG files.

  • Page 134: Displaying The Saved Settings Menu

    • Save a setting on the camera • Save a setting to a card using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software on your computer, then load the setting from the card. 1. Choose Saved Settings from the Saved Settings menu, then highlight a setting.

  • Page 135: Saving A Setting On The Camera

    Saving a Setting on the Camera April 28, 2004 1. Select an image. 2. Choose Save <image #> from the Saved Settings menu, then press the OK button. 3. Press the OK button to save the setting and close the confirmation screen.

  • Page 136: Loading Settings From A Card

    Controlling Exposure Loading Settings from a Card Deleting Settings Using the DCS Photo Desk software, you can save settings to the root directory of a card. (These filenames have .WB extension.) IMPORTANT: Settings must be saved to the root directory or you will not be able to load them into your camera.

  • Page 137: Exposure

    Exposure Exposure Metering Modes Choosing a Metering Mode Exposure Modes April 28, 2004 You can choose from three Exposure metering modes. Select the mode which best suits your subject’s lighting and the exposure effect you desire. • Press and hold the Metering Mode button, then turn the C-Dial to select a Metering mode.

  • Page 138: Program Auto Exposure Mode

    Controlling Exposure Program Auto Exposure Mode In Program AE mode, the camera automatically selects an appropriate combination of shutter speed and aperture values. The combination is based on a variety of factors, including the selected Exposure Metering mode, the brightness of the scene, and the ISO setting. 1.
  • Page 139 Controlling Exposure The following graph shows exposure control in Programmed Auto Exposure mode April 28, 2004...
  • Page 140 Controlling Exposure Program Shift 7-10 You can change the combination of shutter speed and aperture value selected by the camera to combinations that give the equivalent exposure. Program shift is cancelled after you capture an image. • Turn the C-Dial and observe the shutter speed and aperture values change on the Viewfinder display.

  • Page 141: Aperture Priority Auto Exposure Mode

    Aperture Priority Auto Exposure Mode April 28, 2004 In Aperture Priority AE mode, you control the depth of field by varying the aperture. After you set the aperture, the camera determines the appropriate shutter speed. When you select smaller apertures (larger f-numbers), the depth of field is greater, which is desirable for landscape photography.

  • Page 142: Shutter Speed Priority Auto Exposure Mode

    Controlling Exposure Shutter Speed Priority Auto Exposure Mode 7-12 When you set the desired shutter speed in Shutter Speed Priority AE mode, the camera selects the appropriate aperture value for correct exposure. You can achieve stop action effects by selecting a fast shutter speed, or express the feeling of motion speed for a moving subject by selecting a slow shutter speed.

  • Page 143: Manual Exposure Mode

    Manual Exposure Mode April 28, 2004 Use the Viewfinder’s Exposure meter to help you set both the shutter speed and aperture value for the scene’s lighting. 1. Rotate the D-Dial to the desired setting in the Drive area. 2. Set the Mode Selector lever to M. 3.
  • Page 144 Controlling Exposure To Determine the Exposure Value Using the Camera’s Exposure Meter 7-14 Rotate the Mode Selector lever to M. When you lightly press the Shutter button, the shutter speed and aperture value appear in the Viewfinder, and the Viewfinder’s Exposure meter indicates the difference between the selected exposure and the correct exposure.

  • Page 145: Bulb Setting

    Bulb Setting April 28, 2004 Use the Bulb setting when a long exposure time is required for a night scene or a very dark subject. Use a tripod when capturing images with the Bulb setting. NOTE: Chose Long as the Long Exposure setting when using Bulb. Choose Longer for times longer than two seconds (see 1.

  • Page 146: Auto Exposure Lock

    Controlling Exposure Auto Exposure Lock 7-16 Auto Exposure Lock is used to lock the camera’s exposure values on an off-center subject. It is available when the camera is in Manual Focus or Continuous Autofocus mode. In Single Autofocus mode, the exposure is locked when the lens autofocus is completed.

  • Page 147: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation Cancelling Exposure Compensation April 28, 2004 Use Exposure Compensation to intentionally overexpose or underexpose an image. • Press and hold the Exposure Compensation button and turn the C-Dial to set the desired compensation value. The Top Status LCD shows Exposure Compensation button.

  • Page 148: Auto Bracketing

    Controlling Exposure Auto Bracketing 7-18 Auto Bracketing is useful when you’re having difficulty determining the proper exposure. This function lets you capture a sequence of images of the same subject at three different exposure levels: appropriate exposure, underexposure and overexposure. You can use Auto Bracketing with four exposure modes.

  • Page 149: Cancelling Auto Bracketing

    Cancelling Auto Bracketing Using Auto Bracketing with Exposure Compensation April 28, 2004 Notes: • For the first frame the mark is displayed continuously in the Top Status LCD. For the second frame the third frame it blinks quickly. • In Self Timer mode, the camera automatically captures three consecutive images.

  • Page 151: Focusing

    Setting Autofocus April 28, 2004 You can set up your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c) to focus automatically (described below) or, in situations where autofocus or focus lock are not effective, you can focus manually...

  • Page 152: Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected

    Focusing Situations where Autofocus May Not Work as Expected Selecting the Autofocus Mode Although your camera is equipped with highly precise AF system, in some cases autofocus does not work as expected. • Low-contrast subjects, such as a blue sky or a blank wall or when the color of the subject is same as the background.

  • Page 153: Selecting The Autofocus Zone

    Selecting the Autofocus Zone April 28, 2004 You can set the active Autofocus zone. 1. Lightly press the Shutter button to wake up the camera. 2. Press the Exposure Compensation / AF Zone button twice in quick succession. Continue pressing the button after the second press. The current active AF zone brackets are illuminated on the Viewfinder focus screen.

  • Page 154: Capturing Images In Single Af Mode

    Focusing Capturing Images in Single AF Mode Capturing Images in Continuous AF Mode Single AF mode is useful when you recompose a picture with the main subject off-center. 1. Lightly press and hold the Shutter button to activate autofocus. 2. Continue lightly pressing the Shutter button until the subject is in focus (focus priority).

  • Page 155: Locking Focus

    Locking Focus Manual Focus April 28, 2004 To capture an image of a subject that is out of the focus detecting area, use Focus Lock. You can use this function only in 1. Compose the picture with the subject in the center of the viewfinder, then lightly press the Shutter button.

  • Page 157: Capture Workflow

    April 28, 2004 This chapter outlines two general workflows to help you manage images captured on your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c). The workflows may vary between studio sessions and between different types of photography jobs on locations.

  • Page 158: Device And Media Preparation

    MACBETH color chart, a gray card or a neutral area in the image, then perform Click Balance. To set up White Balance in the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software, capture an image of a MACBETH color chart, a gray or white card, then adjust later using the software.

  • Page 159: Capturing And Evaluating Test Images

    Capturing and Evaluating Test Images Image Attribute Exposure Appearance of image on Image LCD Histogram Image mode provides exposure information about the overall image. Luminometer provides exposure information about a specific area of the image. It shows the level of luminance channel saturation of pixels below the crosshairs on the Image LCD.

  • Page 160: Occasional Verification

    • Connected video monitor. (The Image LCD is disabled when this is in use.) • Remove the memory card from the camera and plug it into a laptop computer. View the images using KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software. When the photo session is complete, insert the memory card in a card reader connected to your computer.

  • Page 161: Kodak Professional Dcs Photo Desk

    KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk KODAK PROFESSIONAL Extended Range Imaging File Format Module April 28, 2004 Platforms: WINDOWS and MACINTOSH When you open Raw images in DCS Photo Desk you can do the following: • Crop and rotate • Color balance •...

  • Page 162: Capture Workflow When The Camera Is Connected To A Computer

    Use the included AC adapter as your power supply. (You can use a battery, but the AC adapter provides an unlimited source of power.) KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager is included with your camera. Start this software and use it to capture images when your camera is connected to a computer.

  • Page 163: Flash Photography

    April 28, 2004 This section covers general instructions for performing flash photography with the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c). Your flash's operation may be different from what is described here. Refer to its instructions manual for more information.

  • Page 164: Mounting A Hot Shoe Flash

    Flash Photography Mounting a Hot Shoe Flash Hot Shoe Connecting a Studio Flash PC Sync terminal 10-2 • Mount an optional CANON EX-series Speedlite or a SIGMA EF-500 DG Super flash to the Hot Shoe. See your strobe’s instruction manual for mounting information.

  • Page 165: Available Features

    Available Features E-TTL Autoflash April 28, 2004 The following features are available when you use a compatible flash unit with the DCS Pro SLR/c: • E-TTL autoflash • High-Speed sync (see page 10-4) • Flash Exposure lock (see page • Flash Exposure compensation (see •...

  • Page 166: High Speed Sync Mode

    Flash Photography High Speed Sync Mode Flash Exposure Lock 10-4 Use High Speed Sync mode (FP Flash) when you want a shutter speed higher than 1/180 sec. For example, you might use this mode in daylight to blur the background by using a larger aperture, to create a catchlight in the subject’s eyes, or to fill in the shadows on the subject’s face.

  • Page 167: Flash Exposure Compensation

    Flash Exposure Compensation Flash Exposure Bracketing Previewing Flash Results Wireless Flash with One or More Flash Units April 28, 2004 You can use Flash Exposure Compensation to adjust the flash's output. Generally, the compensation setting remains enabled until you set it back to zero.

  • Page 169: Working With Images On The Camera

    Working with Images on the Camera Reviewing Images Selecting an Image Mode April 28, 2004 To review images on the Image LCD: 1. Select an Image mode. 2. Select a review folder (see page 3. Browse through the images (see •...

  • Page 170: Changing The Duration Of The Image Mode Menu Display

    Working with Images on the Camera Changing the Duration of the Image Mode Menu Display Single-Image Mode 11-2 The Image Mode menu appears for one second after you select an Image mode. You can change the duration of its display or turn it off. 1.

  • Page 171: Histogram Mode

    NOTE: Highlight data in the "ERI" zone of the histogram is clipped with normal processing. Recover ERI data using Exposure / Tone in KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photodesk software. • A histogram that is clipped at the right indicates overexposure and one that is clipped at the left indicates underexposure.

  • Page 172: Zoom Mode

    Working with Images on the Camera Zoom Mode Enabling or Disabling the Region of Interest Box Zooming Panning 11-4 The selected image appears with a region of interest (ROI) box and a highlighted center square. The region of interest box includes the area of the image that appears when you zoom in.

  • Page 173: Luminometer

    Luminometer Multiple Image Mode Status Bar April 28, 2004 Working with Images on the Camera The center square, which appear when the region of interest box is enabled in Zoom mode, indicates the level of luminance channel saturation of pixels below the center of the crosshairs. This level is indicated in stops (-3 to 3.25) and RGB values.

  • Page 174: Selecting A Review Folder

    Working with Images on the Camera Selecting a Review Folder 11-6 The Nav+ button provides a shortcut for quickly navigating among folders and images within a folder. NOTE: If there are two cards in the camera, the Nav+ button navigates on the card containing the currently selected folder.

  • Page 175: Browsing Through Images

    Browsing Through Images Browsing Through Images Using the Nav+ Button Location Bar Selecting an Image April 28, 2004 Working with Images on the Camera • Press the left or right side of the Five-way control to navigate through images in the selected folder. NOTE: In Zoom mode, with the region of interest box enabled, first press the Cancel button to disable the region of interest box.

  • Page 176: Overexposure Indicator

    Working with Images on the Camera Overexposure Indicator Changing Display Contrast and Brightness 11-8 You can indicate areas of overexposure in Single or Multiple Image Display modes. 1. Choose Single or Multiple Image mode. 2. Choose Overexp. Indicator from the Review menu, then highlight Off or On.

  • Page 177: Auto Review

    Auto Review Slide Show April 28, 2004 Working with Images on the Camera When you enable the Auto Review feature, the Image LCD turns on when you capture an image then displays the image for the amount of time you specify.

  • Page 178: Starting/Stopping A Slide Show

    Working with Images on the Camera Starting/Stopping a Slide Show 11-10 3. Select the images to appear in the slide show: Choose Slide Show from the Review menu, then highlight All on cards, All in folder, Tagged on cards, or Tagged in folder. 4.

  • Page 179: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images April 28, 2004 Working with Images on the Camera You can delete a single image, all images in a folder or on a card, or all untagged images in a folder or on a card. Associated sound files are also deleted.

  • Page 180: Tagging Images

    You can tag one or more images for a variety of operations: • On the camera, you can specify that the tagged images are not deleted. • In the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software, you can use tags as a selection mechanism for a variety of operations.

  • Page 181: Recording Sound Files

    Recording Sound Files Microphone Tag/Record button April 28, 2004 Working with Images on the Camera You can record a sound file to annotate the selected image, either immediately after you capture it or later when you review it. If you delete the image using camera controls, or copy or delete it using the DCS Photo Desk software, the sound file will also be copied or deleted.

  • Page 183: Viewing Image Lcd Information On External Video

    1. Connect a video cable (not included) with a 2.5mm phone plug to the Video port. 2. Connect the other end of the video cable to your monitor. NOTE: Your dealer has a compatible KODAK video cable (catalog number 1817774). 12-1...

  • Page 184: Enabling External Video

    Viewing Image LCD Information on External Video Enabling External Video 12-2 1. Choose External Video from the Review menu. 2. Choose NTSC or PAL to enable the Video port. Choose Off to disable the port. 3. Press the OK button. NOTE: The selection of NTSC or PAL must match the capabilities and setup of your video monitor.

  • Page 185: Connecting To Your Computer

    Advantages to a Card Reader April 28, 2004 There are two ways to access KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c) images from your computer: • Connect the camera to the computer using an IEEE 1394 cable, then capture images using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager software.

  • Page 186: Connecting Your Camera To The Computer

    2. Install the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software for Macintosh or Windows-based computers if you have not already done so. 3. Connect the 6-pin end of the cable into any available port on the IEEE 1394 adapter card on your computer.

  • Page 187: Quitting-Disconnecting From The Computer

    Do not disconnect the camera from the computer while images are being transferred from the camera to the computer. Doing so can corrupt images on the computer. 1. Quit the KODAK PROFESSSIONAL DCS Camera Manager software if is running. 2. Disconnect the camera from the computer.

  • Page 189: Camera Care

    Camera Care Handling April 28, 2004 With careful handling, your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro SLR/c Digital Camera (DCS Pro SLR/c) should produce images of the highest quality for years to come. • Be careful not to drop your camera or subject it to shock. (While the camera has been designed for durability, it is a precision instrument and should be handled with care.)

  • Page 190: Cleaning

    Camera Care Cleaning 14-2 CAUTION Remove the lens from the camera before cleaning. 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Disconnect the camera from the AC adapter and from the computer. 3. Using a clean, damp cloth, clean only the outside of the camera body, the Top Status LCD, the Back Status LCD, and the Image LCD.

  • Page 191: The Imager

    • Visually inspect the imager for dirt. 1. Capture an image of a plain white object, such as a clean, white wall. 2. Examine the image on the computer using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software. Imperfections in the image, such as dark clusters or streaks, may indicate a dirty imager.

  • Page 192: Inspecting And Cleaning The Imager

    6. Press the OK button. The mirror raises and the shutter opens. 7. Inspect the imager according to the TIB procedure at www.kodak.com/go/dcs. 8. Choose Imager Clean from the Tools menu then choose Close. 9. Press the OK button. The shutter closes and the mirror returns.

  • Page 193: Storing

    Storing Top Status and Image LCDs April 28, 2004 Carefully check the camera’s operation after lengthy storage, when the camera has not been used for a long time, or before an important trip or shooting assignment. • When storing your camera, wrap it in a clean, soft cloth and place it in a well-ventilated, cool, dry, dust-free place.

  • Page 195: Serial Data Collection And Global Positioning System

    1. Connect the appropriate end of the serial cable to the Serial port on your camera. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the device. NOTE: Your dealer has a compatible KODAK serial cable (catalog number 1157619). 15-1...

  • Page 196: Serial In Mode

    NOTE: The Scan-Shoot and Scan-Shoot Multi features allow connectivity of serial bar code scanners. To enable, contact your dealer of Kodak products. 1. Choose Serial Port from the Tools menu then choose Serial In. 2. Select a Serial In option, described below.

  • Page 197: Serial In Status

    Serial In Status Serial Out Mode April 28, 2004 Serial Data Collection and Global Positioning System When you choose New Images or Previous Image from the Serial In menu, the Serial In Status choice becomes available. When you choose Status, one of two screens appears.

  • Page 198: Setting The Baud Rate

    Serial Data Collection and Global Positioning System Setting the Baud Rate Global Positioning System Requirements for Using the GPS Feature 15-4 Before transmitting data between the camera and a connected device, you must set the baud rate required by the device. NOTE: Follow the device manufacturer’s recommendations for baud rate.

  • Page 199: Using The Gps Feature

    Using the GPS Feature April 28, 2004 Serial Data Collection and Global Positioning System 1. Connect the appropriate end of the GPS serial cable to the Remote Release Accessory port on your camera. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the GPS unit. 3.

  • Page 201: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications Dimensions Weight Image sensor ISO range Lens mount Autofocus system Number of focus points Autofocus sensitivity (ISO 100 with f/1.4) Focus lock Shutter Shutter speeds Maximum flash synchronization speed Metering system Metering modes April 28, 2004 Height: 136.5 mm (5.375 in.) Width: 149.2 mm (5.875 in.) Depth: 76.2 mm (3.0 in.) 895 g (1.97 lbs) without lens, battery or power module, or storage media...

  • Page 202: Specifications

    Specifications Metering sensitivity Exposure Compensation AE Lock Exposure modes Viewfinder Viewfinder magnification (50 mm lens @ infinity) Diopter adjustment Viewfinder eyepoint Viewfinder coverage Viewfinder information Top Status LCD Digital Status LCD (backlit) Image LCD Custom Settings -1 to 20 EV (ISO 100 with f/1.4) ±3EV in 1/3 EV steps Program AE (shiftable), Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Speed Priority AE, Manual...
  • Page 203 1.6 images / second page A-4. Automatic, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten, Flash, Click Balance NTSC or PAL selectable (Use KODAK cable, catalog number 1817774) IEEE 1394 (single 4-pin IEEE 1394 port, 400 MB/s) Remote Release cable GPS Serial cable 1 Type II CF+ compatible CF card, 1 SD/MMC card Detects ±90°...

  • Page 204: Burst Depth

    Exposure meter Battery power confirmation Tripod mount Burst Depth KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Battery or KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Charger / AC Adapter Activated by lightly pressing the Shutter button In Top Status LCD when camera is on 1/4 inch The burst depth (maximum number of images in a burst) varies, depending on the image resolution and the file format.

  • Page 205: Appendix B Lens Compatibility

    Appendix B: Lens Compatibility SIGMA Lenses April 28, 2004 Your camera uses CANON EF-compatible lenses or SIGMA lenses with a CANON EF mount. For more information, go to http://www.sigmaphoto.com/html/lenschart.htm. SIGMA Lenses 8mm F4 EX CIRCULAR FISHEYE 14mm F2.8 EX ASPHERICAL HSM 15mm F2.8 EX DIAGONAL FISHEYE 20mm F1.8 DG ASPHERICAL RF 24mm F1.8 EX DG ASPHERICAL MACRO...

  • Page 206: Lens Compatibility

    Lens Compatibility SIGMA Lenses 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG ASPHERICAL DF 24-70mm F3.5-5.6 ASPHERICAL HF 28-70mm F2.8 EX SPHERICAL DF 28-70mm F2.8-4 HIGH SPEED ZOOM MINI ZOOM MACRO 28-80mm F3.5-5.6 ASPHERICAL HF MINI ZOOM MACRO 28-80mm F3.5-5.6 II ASPHERICAL 28-105mm F2.8-4 ASPHERICAL 28-105mm F3.8-5.6 UC-III ASPHERICAL I 28-135mm F3.8-5.6 ASPHERICAL IF MACRO COMPACT HYPERZOOM 28-200mm F3.5-5.6 ASPHERICAL MA...

  • Page 207: Canon Lenses

    CANON Lenses April 28, 2004 For more information go to http://www.usa.canon.com/eflenses/pdf/spec.pdf. CANON Lenses EF 14mm F2.8 EF 15mm F2.8L USM EF 20mm F2.8 USM EF 24mm F1.4L USM EF 24mm F2.8 EF 28mm F1.8 USM EF 28mm F2.8 EF 35mm F1.4L USM EF 35mm F2 EF 50mm F1.4 USM EF 50mm F1.8 type-2...
  • Page 208 Lens Compatibility CANON Lenses EF 300mm F4L IS USM EF 400mm F2.8L IS USM EF 400mm F4 DO IS USM TS-E 45mm F2.8 TS-E 90mm F2.8 April 28, 2004...

  • Page 209: Appendix C Troubleshooting

    Appendix C: Troubleshooting Problems, Causes, and Remedies Problem Camera does not power on Camera does not power on when the power module is used Nothing appears in the Top Status Part of the Battery icon is off in the Top Status LCD The Battery icon blinks in the Top Status LCD April 28, 2004...

  • Page 210: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Shutter does not release. Shutter does not release. Camera seems to be locked. Cannot get out of custom settings. The buttons on the camera back don’t work. Camera seems to contain hidden information. There is less space on the card than there should be. Camera does not recognize the card in the camera.
  • Page 211 Problem Card Busy LED and Card icon on the Digital Status LCD are blinking. Accidentally deleted an image. Can’t recover deleted images. Color is not right. Images have low contrast. Some subject matter is out of focus. Images are blurry. Images in the viewfinder look blurry.
  • Page 212 Troubleshooting Problem Image contrast is wrong in the Image LCD. Exposure is off. Exposure Meter icon blinks in the Top Status LCD. Shutter Speed display shows "Err" in the Top Status LCD. The Top Status LCD does not light Autofocus does not work. Difficulty seeing images on the Image LCD No image appears on the external...

  • Page 213: Appendix D Warranty

    If this equipment does not function properly during the warranty period due to defects in material or workmanship, Kodak will, at its option, either repair or replace the equipment without charge, subject to the conditions and limitations stated herein. Such repair service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts.

  • Page 214: Limitations

    Should you need to return equipment to Kodak, Kodak is not responsible for the loss or damage of equipment while in transport to a Kodak authorized service center. You may, at your option, choose to insure equipment for loss or damage with the carrier of your choice.

  • Page 215: Outside The United States

    In countries other than the United States, warranty terms may be different. Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by Kodak, no warranty or liability exists even though defect, damage or loss may be by negligence or other act of Kodak.

  • Page 216: Product Support Options

    Digital Camera, you are entitled to product support for both hardware and software, provided your camera is registered with Eastman Kodak Company. You may register with Kodak via mail, fax, or through Kodak’s World Wide Web site: http://www.kodak.com/go/DCSRegister. Support is provided through a variety of options: 1.
  • Page 217 5. Out-of-Warranty Support Options: There will be a charge for out-of-warranty call incidents if you wish to speak to a Kodak support representative. A call incident is defined to include only those issues raised during the first telephone or email contact.

  • Page 219: Glossary

    Glossary AE (Automatic Exposure) AE (Automatic Exposure) lock AF (Auto Focus) AF Lock Aperture Auto Power-Off CMOS Color temperature April 28, 2004 By using a built-in exposure meter, the camera determines the correct exposure value, which is combinations of shutter speed and/or aperture value.
  • Page 220 Depth of field EV (Exposure value) Exposure Exposure Compensation Exposure modes f-number Histogram JPEG Glossary-2 The zone of sharpest focus in front of, behind, and around the subject. A numeric value that expresses the amount of light for a given exposure. It depends on the brightness of the photographic subject and the sensitivity of the imager.
  • Page 221 Microdrive NTST Shutter Speed White balance April 28, 2004 Liquid Crystal Display. Your camera has four: the Top Status LCD panel, Back Status LCD panel, Image LCD panel, and the LCD inside the viewfinder. Developed by IBM, Microdrives are small, hard disks that can fit in a CompactCard memory slot.
  • Page 223 Index aperture-priority auto exposure mode, 7-11 auto exposure bracketing, 7-18 auto exposure lock, 7-16 autofocus, 8-1 situations where autofocus may not work as expected, 8-2 basic camera operations, 4-15 basic menu, using, 4-2 basic mode, 4-1 changing display contrast, 4-8 checking the firmware version, 4-10 digital status lcd, 4-3 formatting a card, 4-7...
  • Page 224 Index DCS Pro SLR/c back, 2-2 bottom, 2-3 front, 2-1 media door, 2-4 side, 2-3, 2-4 top, 2-2 turning on and off, 2-6 defaults, resetting, 5-13 delete button, 2-9 deleting images, 11-11 depth of field preview button, 2-21 digital buttons, 2-7 digital exposure correction, 6-14 digital status button, 2-9 shortcut to menu options, 2-16...
  • Page 225 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Battery, 3-2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Charger/Adapter, 3-2 using to charge batteries, 3-2 using to power camera, 3-2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Power Module, 3-2 language, selecting, 5-12 LCDs digital status LCD, 2-13 image LCD, 2-10...
  • Page 226 2-16 hotkey button, 2-17 shutter-priority auto exposure mode, 7-12 software KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager, 9-6 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Extended Range Imaging File Format Module, 9-5 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk, 9-5 sound files, 11-13 specifications, A-1...
  • Page 228 EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Rochester, New York 14650 www.kodak.com/go/dcs © Eastman Kodak Company, 2003. TM: Kodak, Kodak Professional P/N 6B8773...

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