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  • Page 1 DC4800 Zoom Digital Camera User ’s Guide...
  • Page 2 What You Can Do… KODAK Kiosk Personal Prints, Mug Transfers, Picture T-Shirt Transfers, etc. Maker World Wide Web – Play, order prints, t-shirts, gifts Send postcards Send photos to friends Your Computer and family via e-mail...
  • Page 3 Self-timer/Burst Status display Camera Top/Front button Flash pop-up Landscape/Close-up button button Flash button Flash unit Exposure compensation dial Self-timer Power light button Mode dial Shutter button Light sensor Camera Back Green ready light Orange ready light Viewfinder Zoom button Strap post Menu button OK button 4-way...
  • Page 4 Camera Bottom Battery door Picture Card eject button Camera Side Diopter dial External Flash connector USB connector Video out connector AC Adapter connector Status Display Distant Close-up Black & White ISO setting Manual mode White Balance Burst Battery Self-timer Picture Pictures remaining quality –or–...

  • Page 5: General Tips For Better Pictures

    ◗ Keep people busy. ◗ Use a simple background. ◗ Place the subject off-center. ◗ Include foreground in scenics. ◗ Look for good lighting. ◗ Hold your camera steady. ◗ Use your flash. ◗ Visit www.kodak.com and click Taking Better Pictures.
  • Page 6 KODAK DC4800 Zoom Digital Camera User’s Guide Congratulations on your purchase of the new KODAK DC4800 Zoom Digital Camera—the camera that takes pictures digitally, without the use of film. With your new camera, picture taking and print making is fun and easy. Here are just a few examples of what you can do with your camera: Get the images you want by adjusting the camera settings—shutter...
  • Page 7 Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester, N.Y. 14650 Eastman Kodak Company, 2000 Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 6B5282...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Getting Started ........1 Attaching the Neck Strap .
  • Page 9 Shooting in Manual Mode......17 Setting the f-number ......17 Setting the Shutter Speed .
  • Page 10 Setting Picture Sharpness ......38 Adjusting the ISO Sensitivity ..... . . 39 Setting the Shutter Speed .
  • Page 11 MACINTOSH System Requirements ....64 KODAK Software ........65 Installing the Software .
  • Page 12 Kodak Online Services ......85 Kodak Fax Support ....... . 85 Telephone Customer Support .

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter describes how to prepare your camera for taking pictures. It also describes the camera menus and settings, and how to access them. Attaching the Neck Strap...........page 2 Using the Lens Cap ..............2 Loading the Battery..............3 Charging the Battery ..............4 Inserting a Picture Card............5 Removing a Picture Card ............6...

  • Page 15: Attaching The Neck Strap

    Attaching the Neck Strap Attach the metal clips on the ends of the neck strap to the strap post on each side of the camera. 2 Put the ends of the neck strap through the metal clips. 3 Thread the strap through the plastic clips as shown.

  • Page 16: Loading The Battery

    Loading the Battery Slide the battery door as illustrated, then lift to open. 2 Insert the battery in the correct orientation, with the arrow and the (+)(-) symbols facing down, as illustrated. 3 Close the door. After you load a new or recharged battery, we recommend that you check the camera’s date/time information.

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery

    AC adapter at any time. However, the battery will not charge unless the camera is off and the AC adapter is plugged CAUTION: It is important to use only a KODAK-specified 5V AC adapter with your camera. Using a different adapter or one with a different voltage could damage your camera and battery.

  • Page 18: Inserting A Picture Card

    Inserting a Picture Card The KODAK Picture Card, included with your camera, stores your pictures as you take them. You must insert a Picture Card into the camera before you take pictures. Use only certified cards that carry the CompactFlash logo Extra cards can be purchased separately on our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

  • Page 19: Removing A Picture Card

    Removing a Picture Card Turn off the camera. 2 Open the Picture Card door on the camera. 3 Slide the Eject button as illustrated. The Eject button is located on the bottom of the camera. 4 Remove the Picture Card. CAUTION: Do not insert or eject a Picture Card when the green Picture Card access light is blinking.

  • Page 20: Checking The Battery

    NOTE: Always keep an extra battery ready. Consider purchasing a battery and battery charger, sold separately on our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. Turn on the camera. 2 Check the battery symbol that appears in the Status Display. If no symbol appears, your battery is fully charged.

  • Page 21: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock The camera has a built-in clock that maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. If the battery is removed from the camera for an extended period of time, or is exhausted, you may need to reset the clock. NOTE: It is important to set the correct date and time if you want to imprint the date on your pictures.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Adjusting the Viewfinder Use the diopter dial to customize the viewfinder for your eyesight. NOTE: This feature is helpful when several people are using the camera, or when the person using the camera is wearing glasses. Adjusting the diopter has no effect on the camera auto focus. With the camera turned on, point the camera at a well-lit area.

  • Page 23: Camera Menus Overview

    Camera Menus Overview There are three main menus in the KODAK DC4800 Zoom Digital Camera. The options in the menus allow you to change settings for taking pictures, reviewing pictures, and for camera setup functions. This section explains how to access each of the menus, and lists the options available in each.

  • Page 24: Review Pictures Menu

    Exposure Metering Date and Time Stamp (page 37) (page 40) Review Pictures Menu Use the options in the Review Menu to work with the pictures on the Picture Card in your camera. For details on applying the options, refer to the page listed under the Menu Name below.

  • Page 25: Camera Setup Menu

    Camera Setup Menu Use the options in the Setup Menu to customize your camera according to your personal preferences. For details on applying the options, refer to the page listed under the Menu Name below. To access the Setup Menus: Turn the Mode Dial to Setup Scroll through the menus, options Select...

  • Page 26: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Use the automatic features of your camera and take your pictures with a simple point and click. Or, you can take advantage of the manual settings if you prefer more control over how your pictures will look. Choosing a Capture Mode..........page 14 Taking a Picture ..............15 Shooting in Fully Automatic Mode ..........16 Shooting in Manual Mode............17...

  • Page 27: Choosing A Capture Mode

    Choosing a Capture Mode Before you take a picture, turn the Mode Dial to your preferred capture mode. P—use this setting when you are shooting with the fully-automatic Programmed AE mode. See page 16. f-numbers (2.8, 5.6, 8)—use the f-number settings when you are shooting in the Manual (page 17) or Aperture Priority (page 19) modes.

  • Page 28: Taking A Picture

    Taking a Picture With the battery charged (or AC power supplied) and a Picture Card inserted, all you need to do is turn on the camera, select a capture mode, and take a picture. Center the subject in the viewfinder brackets, or use Preview (page 22).

  • Page 29: Shooting In Fully Automatic Mode

    Shooting in Fully Automatic Mode When shooting pictures with the fully automatic, or Programmed AE, mode the camera automatically sets the f-number and shutter speed based on the brightness of the subject. All you do is take the picture. You can set a specific ISO speed, or leave the default at Auto (page 39). NOTE: Use this shooting method to concentrate on picture composition, without worrying about exposure.

  • Page 30: Shooting In Manual Mode

    Shooting in Manual Mode Use Manual mode when you want to control exposure, instead of using the camera’s automatic settings. Consider using a hand-held light meter to help you determine your settings. When shooting pictures in Manual mode, you choose the f-number and the shutter speed.

  • Page 31: Setting The Shutter Speed

    Setting the Shutter Speed To set the shutter speed: Press the Menu button to display the Menu screen. 2 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 3 Press OK to display the Shutter Speed screen. 4 Press a button to highlight the setting you want to use.

  • Page 32: Shooting In Aperture Priority Mode

    Shooting in Aperture Priority Mode To take pictures in Aperture Priority mode, select an f-number to set the aperture. The camera automatically selects a compatible shutter speed. You can set a specific ISO speed if you wish (page 39). NOTE: Use this shooting mode when you want control over the depth of field (the distance range within which a picture looks sharp) but you want the camera to automatically set the shutter speed.

  • Page 33: Shooting A Burst Series Of Pictures

    Shooting a Burst Series of Pictures With the Burst feature, you can take a series of separate, still pictures in quick succession. The number of pictures you get in the series depends on your Picture Quality setting (page 35). When you shoot with the Burst feature, the built-in flash is turned off.

  • Page 34: Shooting Distant And Close-Up Pictures

    Shooting Distant and Close-Up Pictures Use the button to take pictures of D IS scenes that are either very far away or very V ID close. Distant Pictures Use the Distant setting to gain maximum sharpness of far away scenes. With this setting, the camera uses a fixed, infinite focus.

  • Page 35: Previewing Your Picture

    Previewing Your Picture If you want to see what a picture looks like before it is taken, you can preview a live image on the LCD. With Preview activated, use the LCD instead of the viewfinder to frame your picture. When you use Preview, the battery is drained at a fast rate, so use the AC Adapter when possible.

  • Page 36: Viewing And Deleting The Last Picture

    Viewing and Deleting the Last Picture When you take a picture, Automatic Quickview displays the picture on the LCD for several seconds, unless you are using battery power with Power Save on (page 52). While the picture is displayed, you can decide to keep or delete it. NOTE: This feature is ideal for verifying picture information, like shutter speed and aperture.

  • Page 37: Using The Optical Zoom

    Using the Optical Zoom With optical zoom, you can zoom out with Wide Angle (28 mm), which captures more of the surrounding area in your picture, or zoom in with Telephoto (84 mm), which brings the subject three times closer. Set the camera to one of the capture modes.

  • Page 38: Setting The Flash

    Setting the Flash When you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows, your pictures need flash. The flash has an effective range of 1.6 to 10.5 ft (0.5 to 3.2 m). When taking Burst pictures (page 20), the built-in flash is automatically turned off.

  • Page 39: Using An External Flash Unit

    When you open the flash unit again, the camera remembers and restores your last flash setting. When you are shooting in low-light conditions with the flash turned off, the camera uses slow shutter speeds. Take care to avoid camera shake. Use a tripod or place the camera on a steady surface.

  • Page 40: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The Self-Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time the picture is taken. This setting is ideal when you want to include yourself in the picture. Press the button until the icon appears in the Status Display.

  • Page 42: Customizing Manual Settings

    Customizing Manual Settings The manual camera settings described in this chapter allow you to customize your camera for more control of your picture results. To access the settings described in this chapter, the Mode dial must be set to a Capture setting (P, 2.8, 5.6, or 8) before you press the Menu button.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Use the Exposure Compensation dial to control how much light is allowed into the camera. You can adjust the exposure by plus or minus 2 stops in 1/2-stop increments. The Exposure Compensation dial is located on top of the camera. This optional feature is available in fully automatic (page 16) or Aperture Priority mode (page 19).

  • Page 44: Adjusting The White Balance

    Adjusting the White Balance Whites can look white in daylight, but different under other lighting conditions. Use the White Balance setting to correct for these types of color shifts that result from shooting pictures under different light sources. Set the Mode dial to a Capture setting (P, 2.8, 5.6, or 8).
  • Page 45 COLOR TEMPERATURE—with this setting highlighted, press OK to turn on Preview and activate the Kelvin temperature selector. -Use the buttons to select a color temperature between 2,500- 10,000°K. The result of the selection is displayed in the LCD. -Press OK to accept the setting and return to the Capture Menu screen.

  • Page 46: Selecting A Color Mode

    -To display the result of the changes, press the Shutter button half-way down while using the arrow keys. -Press the Shutter button completely down to lock the setting (this will not take a picture), then press OK to return to the Capture Menu screen. -To reset the Manual setting, put the lens cap on while the Manual White Balance screen is displayed and press the Shutter button.Press OK to accept any White Balance changes and return to the Menu screen.
  • Page 47 5 Press a button to highlight the color setting you want to use. SATURATED COLOR (default)—gives a more vibrant look to all colors in your pictures. NEUTRAL COLOR—gives a more balanced and natural look to all colors in your pictures. BLACK &...

  • Page 48: Setting The Picture Quality

    Setting the Picture Quality Use the Quality setting to select a picture resolution and compression. Picture resolution refers to the number of pixels in an image; compression is a method of reducing file size by carefully encoding data. The relationship between resolution and compression determines the picture quality.
  • Page 49 To change the Quality setting: Set the Mode dial to a Capture setting (P, 2.8, 5.6, or 8). 2 Press the Menu button to display the Capture Menu screen. 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press OK to display the Quality screen. 5 Press a button to highlight the Quality setting you want to use.

  • Page 50: Selecting Exposure Metering

    Selecting Exposure Metering To ensure proper exposure, your camera features three metering systems for measuring the amount of light entering the camera lens: Multi-Pattern, Center- Weighted, and Center Spot metering. NOTE: Select a metering system to control how light affects the subject in your pictures.

  • Page 51: Setting Picture Sharpness

    Setting Picture Sharpness Use the Sharpness setting to highlight or blend the edges of the subject in pictures. Set the Mode dial to a Capture setting (P, 2.8, 5.6, or 8). 2 Press the Menu button to display the Capture Menu screen. 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted.

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Iso Sensitivity

    Adjusting the ISO Sensitivity The ISO setting controls the camera’s sensitivity to light. Use a lower ISO setting in brightly lit scenes, use a higher ISO setting for low-light scenes. Set the Mode dial to a Capture setting (P, 2.8, 5.6, or 8). 2 Press the Menu button.

  • Page 53: Setting The Shutter Speed

    Setting the Shutter Speed The Shutter Speed setting is available in the Capture Menu. For full details on how to set the shutter speed, see page 18 under Shooting in Manual Mode. Placing the Date on Pictures Use this setting to imprint the date, or the date and time, on the lower-right corner of the picture.

  • Page 54: Reviewing Your Pictures

    Reviewing Your Pictures Use the Review setting on the Mode Dial to review and work with the pictures that are stored on the Picture Card in your camera. Viewing Pictures.............page 42 Magnifying Pictures ..............43 Deleting Pictures ..............44 Protecting Pictures ..............45 Running a Slide Show.............46 Selecting Pictures for Automatic Printing........47 Viewing Picture Information ...........49...

  • Page 55: Viewing Pictures

    Viewing Pictures You can view each picture stored on the Picture Card in your camera in full LCD size, or you can use the Filmstrip feature to view and select from up to three thumbnail-size pictures at one time. NOTE: This is ideal for sharing pictures on the camera with friends, or for verifying your pictures before you download or print them.

  • Page 56: Magnifying Pictures

    Magnifying Pictures Use the Magnify feature to zoom in on specific parts of a picture. With this feature, you can magnify at two or four times the normal magnification level. NOTE: This feature is ideal for checking detail and verifying sharp focus on your pictures.

  • Page 57: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures Use the Delete feature to quickly delete one or all pictures from the Picture Card. NOTE: Delete pictures to free up space on the Picture Card. Turn the Mode Dial to Review. 2 Press Menu to display the Menu screen. 3 Press a button until the picture you want to delete is highlighted.

  • Page 58: Protecting Pictures

    Protecting Pictures Use the Protect feature to prevent specific pictures from being accidentally deleted from the Picture Card. Turn the Mode Dial to Review. 2 Press Menu to display the Menu screen. 3 Press a button until the picture you want to Protect is highlighted.

  • Page 59: Running A Slide Show

    Running a Slide Show Use the slide show feature to automatically display your pictures on the camera LCD at a selectable interval rate. You can also run a slide show on any video device that is equipped with a video input, such as a television, computer monitor, or digital projector.

  • Page 60: Selecting Pictures For Automatic Printing

    Selecting Pictures for Automatic Printing Use the Print Order feature to select specific pictures and print quantities to be printed automatically to a KODAK Personal Picture Maker, or other direct- print-enabled printers. NOTE: This feature saves time when printing. When you put the Picture Card into a print order enabled printer, only the images you marked are printed.
  • Page 61 EXIT—returns you to the Main screen. ALL PICTURES—selects all of the pictures on the Picture Card. The filmstrip appears at the bottom of the LCD to remind you that all pictures are affected. 7 Press OK. 8 If you selected Cancel Print Order or Index Print, a screen appears that asks you to confirm your choice.

  • Page 62: Viewing Picture Information

    Viewing Picture Information The Picture Information feature displays specific data for each picture on the Picture Card in your camera. For example, the information includes the picture number, the date and time the picture was taken, and the settings that were used for the picture.

  • Page 64: Personalizing Your Camera

    Personalizing Your Camera This chapter describes how to customize the camera settings according to your personal preferences. Selecting a Power Save Setting ........page 52 Setting Digital Zoom Behavior ..........54 Adjusting the Camera Sounds ..........56 Setting Video Out ..............57 Selecting a Language ..............58 Formatting a Picture Card............59 Resetting Camera Defaults ............60 Viewing Camera Information ..........61...

  • Page 65: Selecting A Power Save Setting

    Selecting a Power Save Setting The Power Save feature is designed to balance battery consumption with camera performance. Select from three Power Save settings to control the performance of the functions listed below. The Power Save feature is not available when the AC adapter is being used. POWER POWER Camera Function...
  • Page 66 4 Press a button to highlight the Power Save option you want to use. OFF—camera performance has priority over battery consumption. Ideal when battery life is not a primary concern. STANDARD (default)—battery consumption and camera performance are optimized equally. Ideal for everyday shooting.

  • Page 67: Setting Digital Zoom Behavior

    Setting Digital Zoom Behavior Digital zoom provides two times magnification beyond the optical zoom. You can specify how the digital zoom feature behaves when you move the Zoom button to its farthest T Telephoto position. See page 24 for how to use digital zoom.
  • Page 68 CONTINUOUS—zooms directly from optical TelePhoto to digital zoom without stopping. Ideal for fast transition from optical to digital zoom. PAUSE (default)—zoom stops between the limit of optical zoom (3X) and the beginning of digital zoom. To use this setting, move the Zoom button to its farthest T Telephoto position, release the Zoom button, then immediately move it again to its farthest T position.

  • Page 69: Adjusting The Camera Sounds

    Adjusting the Camera Sounds The camera provides camera sounds (beeps) to let you know when certain functions are being performed. You can set the camera to make sounds for most functions, for selected functions, or to make no sounds at all. NOTE: Set the Camera Sounds to OFF when taking pictures at events that require a quiet environment, like a wedding or a play.

  • Page 70: Setting Video Out

    Setting Video Out The Video Out feature allows you to match the camera’s video-out signal to the standard applicable in your area. The default, NTSC, is the standard used in most countries outside of Europe. Turn the Mode Dial to Setup. 2 Press a button until the icon is highlighted.

  • Page 71: Selecting A Language

    Selecting a Language The Language feature allows you to display the menus and screen messages in different languages. NOTE: In certain countries, the language menu is not available. These cameras must be operated only in the language installed at the factory.

  • Page 72: Formatting A Picture Card

    Formatting a Picture Card You may need to format a Picture Card if the card becomes corrupted. When this happens, an error message appears on the LCD screen. See page 83 for error messages. Turn the Mode Dial to Setup. 2 Press a button until the icon is highlighted.

  • Page 73: Resetting Camera Defaults

    Resetting Camera Defaults The Reset feature allows you to return your customized settings to the original camera defaults. See page 94 for a list of the original camera defaults. Turn the Mode Dial to Setup. 2 Press a button until the icon is highlighted.

  • Page 74: Viewing Camera Information

    Viewing Camera Information Use the About feature to find out the name and model of your camera, and what version of software it is running. This information is especially helpful if you need to call for service on your camera. Turn the Mode Dial to Setup.

  • Page 76: Installing Your Software

    Installing Your Software This chapter describes how to install the KODAK software included with your camera. WINDOWS-Based System Requirements......page 64 MACINTOSH System Requirements .........64 KODAK Software ..............65 Installing the Software ............66...

  • Page 77: Windows-Based System Requirements

    The KODAK DC4800 Installer Software (Installer) included with your camera contains software for WINDOWS-based personal computers and MACINTOSH computers. These applications provide a variety of features that let you access and use the pictures stored on the Picture Card. Detailed information on using the software can be found in the online help supplied with each software application.

  • Page 78: Kodak Software

    KODAK Software The KODAK DC4800 Digital Camera Software disc includes: KODAK Digital Camera Software shows the camera as a removable storage device on your desktop and lets you: Display and browse pictures stored on a KODAK Picture Card inserted in the camera...

  • Page 79: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software While the Installer is automatically loading your software, take a few minutes to fill out and send in the camera product registration card. This allows you to receive information regarding software updates and registers some of the products included with the camera.

  • Page 80: Transferring Pictures To Your Computer

    You can also download your pictures using a Picture Card reader. If you do not have a card reader, you can purchase one as an accessory. For details about available accessories, ask a dealer of KODAK products, or visit our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

  • Page 81: Using A Usb Cable Connection

    PDF document installed with the software (USB.PDF for PC or Connect.PDF for MACINTOSH), or the online help for troubleshooting information. To access the pictures on your Picture Card, see “Starting KODAK Digital Camera Software” on page 69.

  • Page 82: Starting Kodak Digital Camera Software

    Starting KODAK Digital Camera Software With the camera connected to your computer, you are now ready to open and use the software that you installed in Chapter 6. For details on using the software, refer to the online help. WINDOWS-based computers To view the pictures on the Picture Card, double-click the DCIM folder in the Camera window and then double-click the 100K4800 folder.

  • Page 83: Locating Your Pictures On The Picture Card

    Locating Your Pictures on the Picture Card Pictures are stored on the KODAK Picture Card according to a standard agreed upon by many camera manufacturers. This standard allows you to use the Picture Card in different cameras. If you use a card reader to retrieve your pictures or you cannot locate your pictures using the software, the following description of the camera file structure may be helpful.

  • Page 84: Picture Naming Conventions

    When you insert the Picture Card into a different DC4800 camera, the next picture number is derived by incrementing either the highest existing picture number or the highest picture number previously taken by that camera.
  • Page 85 If you use the Picture Card in a camera other than the DC4800 camera, and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file structure standard, the \DCIM folder contains a folder named by that camera. Any pictures taken with that camera are stored in the folder using the naming conventions established by the manufacturer.

  • Page 86: Tips And Troubleshooting

    Tips and Troubleshooting There may be times when you have questions about using your camera. This chapter can point you in the right direction for finding the answers quickly, so you can continue using your camera. Connecting Your Camera ..........page 73 Adjusting Your Monitor for Better Viewing......73 Getting Better Results from Your Printer.........74 Troubleshooting ..............75...

  • Page 87: Getting Better Results From Your Printer

    To improve the quality of your prints, you may want to print your pictures on KODAK Inkjet Snapshot Paper (Snapshot Paper). Snapshot Paper is made to work with most inkjet printers to give you clearer,...

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting

    If you are experiencing difficulties with your camera, check the following tables for possible solutions. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located in the KODAK DC4800 folder. For updates to Troubleshooting information, visit our Web site at http://www.kodak. com. Computer Monitor...
  • Page 89 Camera Communications Problem Cause Solution Computer cannot Camera power is off. Turn on the camera. See communicate with page 6. the camera. Some Advanced Power See the Power Management Management utilities section of your laptop User’s on laptops can turn off Guide to disable this feature.
  • Page 90 Camera Problem Cause Solution Shutter button does Camera is not Turn on the camera. See not work. turned on. page 6. The Picture Card Wait until access light stops access light is blinking before attempting to blinking. Camera is take another picture. processing picture.
  • Page 91 Camera Problem Cause Solution When you look Viewfinder is out of Adjust the diopter dial. See through the viewfinder, focus. page 9. the scene is not clear. Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or Turn on the flash. See page 25. did not function.
  • Page 92 Camera Problem Cause Solution Picture is too light. The flash is not Change to Auto flash. See needed. page 25. The subject is too Move so there is at least 1.6 ft close when the (0.5 m) between the camera flash was used.
  • Page 93 Camera Problem Cause Solution Picture is not clear. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens. See Appendix. Subject too close Stand at least 1.6 ft (0.5 m) in when taking Wide angle, 3.3 ft (1 m) in picture Telephoto. Subject or the Hold camera steady until the camera moved picture is taken.
  • Page 94 Camera LED Status Lights Problem Cause Solution Green ready light does Battery is low or Replace or recharge the not turn on and the dead. battery. See page 3. camera does not work. Camera is not Turn on the camera. See turned on.
  • Page 95 Camera LED Status Lights Problem Cause Solution Orange ready light The Picture Card is Transfer pictures to your comes on. full computer (page 67), delete pictures on the Picture Card (page 44), or insert a card with available memory (page 5). Orange light blinks.
  • Page 96 LCD Messages Message Cause Solution Memory Card is Full The Picture Card is Transfer pictures to your full and cannot computer (page 67), delete hold additional pictures on the Picture Card pictures. (page 44), or insert a card with available memory (page 5).

  • Page 98: Getting Help

    Product information by fax Technical support Software Help Help with any software packaged with your camera can be obtained from the online help, or by contacting the manufacturer. Kodak Online Services World Wide Web http://www.kodak.com (click Service and Support) Kodak Fax Support U.S.

  • Page 99: Telephone Customer Support

    Telephone Customer Support If you have questions concerning the operation of KODAK software or the camera, you may speak directly to a customer support representative. Before You Call Before you call to speak to a customer support representative, please have the...
  • Page 100 Outside the U.S., Canada, and Europe—calls are charged at National Rate. Austria/Osterreich 0179 567 357 Belgium/Belgique 02 713 14 45 Denmark/Danmark 3 848 71 30 Ireland/Eire 01 407 3054 Finland/Suomi 0800 1 17056 France 01 55 1740 77 Germany/Deutschland 069 5007 0035 Greece 0080044125605 Italy/Italia...

  • Page 102: Warranty And Regulatory Information

    Warranty and Regulatory Information Warranty Time Period Kodak warrants the KODAK DC4800 Zoom Digital Camera to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Warranty Repair Coverage This warranty will be honored within the geographical location that the product was purchased.

  • Page 103: Limitations

    30 DAYS OF PURCHASE. THIS WARRANTY BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF YOU FAIL TO PACK YOUR DC4800 CAMERA IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT PACKAGING AND DAMAGE OCCURS DURING PRODUCT SHIPMENT. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND KODAK’S CONTROL;...

  • Page 104: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information FCC Compliance and Advisory This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 105: Canadian Doc Statement

    Canadian DOC Statement DOC Class B Compliance—This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Obervation des normes-Class B—Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la Classe B prescrites dans les règlements sur le brouillage redioélectrique édictés par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

  • Page 106: Appendix

    Appendix This appendix serves as a resource for specific technical information and care for your camera, and contains the following information: Original Camera Default Settings ........page 94 DC4800 Zoom Camera Specifications........95 General Camera Maintenance..........97 General Safety.................97 Using Your Battery..............99...

  • Page 107: Original Camera Default Settings

    Original Camera Default Settings Your camera is set to the following defaults when you take the camera out of the box for the first time. Feature Default Setting Camera Sounds (beep) Selected On Color Mode Saturated Color Date Stamp None Digital Zoom Control Pause Flash...

  • Page 108: Dc4800 Zoom Camera Specifications

    DC4800 Zoom Camera Specifications Camera Specifications Pixel Resolution 3.1 MP 2160 x 1440 (by Quality setting) 2.2 MP 1800 x 1200 1.6 MP 1536 x 1024 0.8 MP 1080 x 720 Color 24-bit, millions of colors Picture File Format JPEG or TIFF...
  • Page 109 Camera Specifications Lens Type Optical quality glass Maximum Wide: f/2.8 Aperture TelePhoto: f/4.5 Zoom 3X Optical zoom 2X Digital zoom Focal Length 28 to 84 mm (equivalent to 35mm camera) 6 to 18 mm (actual) Focus Distance Wide/TelePhoto: 1.6 ft (0.5 m) to infinity Close-Up: 0.7 to 2.3 ft.

  • Page 110: General Camera Maintenance

    General Camera Maintenance Clean the outside of the camera by wiping with a clean, dry cloth. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the camera or any of its parts. Clean the lens and back LCD screen: Do not use cleaning solutions unless they are designed specifically for camera lenses.
  • Page 111 INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN, ANY LIQUID OR MOISTURE. Service agreements are available in some countries. Please contact a dealer of Kodak products for more information.

  • Page 112: Using Your Battery

    Contact your sales location or Kodak if any of these problems are observed. It is important to use only a Kodak-specified 5V AC Adapter with your camera. Using a different adapter or one with a different voltage could damage your camera and battery.
  • Page 113 Utilize established community battery recycling programs where they are available. In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, contact Kodak Health, Safety, and Environment Information at 1-716-722-5151 in the U.S. In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the camera, U.S.
  • Page 114 default settings 94 Index maintenance 97 safety 97 attaching, neck strap 2 access light, Picture Card 15 automatic adjusting flash 25 aperture 17 picture taking 16 camera sounds 56 printing, print orders 47 color mode 33 exposure compensation 30 backlit scenes 30 exposure metering 37 battery f-number 17...
  • Page 115 flash pop-up 25 charging, battery 4 self-timer 27 choosing capture mode 14 zoom 24 cleaning camera 97 lens 97 camera clock, setting 8 cleaning 97 close-up scenes 21 connecting to computer 68 color distribution, adjusting 32 information, viewing 61 color temperature, adjusting 32 maintenance 97 CompactFlash logo 5 original default settings 94...
  • Page 116 customer support numbers 86 exposure adjusting compensation 30 compensation dial 30 date metering 37 placing on pictures 40 external flash 26 setting 8 DCIM folder, Picture Card 70 defaults fax numbers, support 85 original settings 94 FCC compliance 91 resetting 60 fill flash deleting built-in 25...
  • Page 117 69 camera care 97 starting 69 connecting your computer 73 language, selecting 58 KODAK software 69 online service 85 error messages 83 telephone support numbers previewing pictures 22 viewing pictures on 42 tips and troubleshooting 73 LED, status 81...
  • Page 118 manual mode menus 10 naming pictures, conventions 71 settings 29–40 neck strap, attaching 2 taking a picture 17 NTSC, setting video out 57 menus camera setup 12 optical zoom 24 overview 10 overview, camera menus 10 picture taking, manual 10 reviewing pictures 11 PAL, setting video out 57 messages, LCD 83...
  • Page 119 naming conventions 71 protecting 45 RAM, requirements 64 quality, adjusting 35 ReadMe file 75 reviewing 41 red-eye, flash 25 selecting for printing 47 regulatory information 91, 92 sharpness, setting 38 requirements taking 15 MACINTOSH system 64 viewing 42 WINDOWS-based system 64 power resolution, setting 35 checking battery 7...
  • Page 120 85 shutter Kodak web site 85 self-timer delay 27 telephone numbers 86 speed, setting 18 setting slide show, running 46 aperture 17 slow shutter speeds 18 clock 8 software date and time 8 getting help 85 date and time on pictures...
  • Page 121 33 ReadMe file 75 warranty safety 97 limitations 90 transferring pictures 67 repair coverage 89 troubleshooting 73, 75–83 time period 89 tungsten, adjusting for 31 web site, Kodak 1, 85 turning camera on and off 6 white balance 31...
  • Page 122 wide angle zoom 24 WINDOWS installing software on 66 system requirements 64 zoom digital, setting 54 digital, using 24 optical 24...
  • Page 124 Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2000. Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company P/N 6B5282...

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