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KODAK DC3400 Zoom Digital Camera
Congratulations on your purchase of the KODAK DC3400 Zoom Digital Camera—
the camera that takes pictures digitally, without the use of film. With your new
camera, picture taking and print making have never been easier or faster. The
possibilities are endless. Here are just a few examples of what you can do with
your camera:
Take digital pictures in unbelievable detail, color, and sharpness.
Transfer your pictures to a computer for instant editing, enhancement,
and placement into your document.
E-mail your pictures to friends, family, and business associates anywhere
in the world.
Print high-quality pictures at home using KODAK Inkjet media and the
Kodak Personal Picture Maker.
Take your KODAK Picture Card to a KODAK Picture Maker System and
create photo-quality enlargements with a touch of a button.
Order reprints delivered directly to your home through
print@kodak.com.
Customize your pictures with a graphic using the KODAK DC3400 Border
Transfer Application.

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  • Page 1 KODAK DC3400 Zoom Digital Camera Congratulations on your purchase of the KODAK DC3400 Zoom Digital Camera— the camera that takes pictures digitally, without the use of film. With your new camera, picture taking and print making have never been easier or faster. The possibilities are endless.
  • Page 2 Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester, N.Y. 14650 ©Eastman Kodak Company, 2000 Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 6B4803...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preparing to Take Pictures ......2 Before you Start ....... . 2 General Tips for Better Pictures .
  • Page 4 Deleting the Picture Just Taken ..... . 26 Adjusting the Camera Exposure ..... 28 Adding a Border to Your Picture .
  • Page 5 Software Overview ......90 KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers ... . 91 Software Overview .
  • Page 6 Opening Border Transfer Software ....102 Starting KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers . . .103 Opening Picture Transfer Application ... . .103 Opening Digital Access Software (Plug-In Acquire) .103...
  • Page 7 Limited Warranty ........123 Retain the Original Dated Sales Receipt ....123 Limited Warranty Coverage.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Refer to the front inside cover for a description of the KODAK DC3400 Zoom Digital Camera buttons and parts. This chapter covers the following information. Preparing to take pictures Loading the batteries Turning the camera on and off...

  • Page 10: Preparing To Take Pictures

    Preparing to Take Pictures Before you Start Before you start taking pictures, you need to install the batteries or connect a Kodak-specified AC adapter for power, and insert a KODAK Picture Card (camera memory card) into the camera. General Tips for Better Pictures Keep your camera ready.

  • Page 11: Loading Batteries

    Loading Batteries Your camera uses four AA batteries. For your convenience, alkaline batteries are provided so you can start using your camera immediately. For information on guidelines for battery usage, see page 135. Turning the Camera On and Off Turn the camera on and off using the POWER switch, located on the back of the camera.

  • Page 12: Checking Batteries

    Checking Batteries So that you are never caught with dead batteries your camera indicates the power level of the batteries. A battery status symbol appears, on the Status Display when you turn on the camera. For information on guidelines for battery usage, see page 135. CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT...

  • Page 13: Using An Ac Adapter

    When you are taking pictures indoors or when the camera is connected to a computer, you may want to use a Kodak-specified AC adapter to help conserve battery power. It is important to use only a Kodak-specified AC adapter with your camera.

  • Page 14: Inserting A Camera Memory Card

    Inserting a Camera Memory Card Your camera comes with a KODAK Picture Card (camera memory card), which is used to store pictures you take with the camera. The camera memory card, also referred to as a CompactFlash card, is removable and reusable for easy storage and transfer of your pictures.

  • Page 15: Removing A Camera Memory Card

    Removing a Camera Memory Card CAUTION: Do not insert or eject a camera memory card when the camera memory card light, located above the card door, is blinking. This may damage your pictures or camera. Use only certified camera memory cards that carry the CompactFlash logo.

  • Page 16: Setting The Clock On Your Camera

    Setting the Clock on Your Camera Your camera has a built-in clock that maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. The camera clock needs to be set if you plan to use the Date Stamp feature, which imprints the date on your picture. For information on using the Date Stamp feature, see page 24.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Lcd Brightness

    Adjusting the LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the color LCD to suit your particular needs. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup. You can set the Mode dial to any setting you want as long as there is an image in the LCD screen to adjust the brightness level.

  • Page 19: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Your camera makes taking pictures fun. Just set the camera to Capture and you are on your way to creating great pictures. Everything you need is right at your fingertips. With the camera you can: Zoom in on your subject. Automatically lock the focus on the subject when you press the SHUTTER button.

  • Page 20: Previewing A Picture Before It Is Taken

    Border features. If you want to take pictures in black and white or sepia tone, or highlight text, Preview can help you make that decision. With Preview, batteries are quickly drained, so use a KODAK-specified AC adapter whenever possible. MENU...
  • Page 21 The image in the LCD appears in color unless you have turned on an effect, such as black and white or sepia tone, in which case the effect is applied to the displayed image. See page 32 for details. Exposure Compensation—icon appears in the LCD and Status Display if you adjusted the camera exposure.

  • Page 22: Pressing The Shutter Button

    Pressing the Shutter Button Taking pictures is a snap with your camera. The SHUTTER button on your camera locks in the auto focus and takes the picture. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Capture. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.

  • Page 23: Zooming In On Your Subject

    Zooming in on Your Subject With a touch of a button you can zoom from Wide Angle, which gives you more of the surrounding area in pictures, to TelePhoto, which brings the subject in closer. Set the Mode dial to Capture. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.

  • Page 24: Zooming In Even Closer

    Zooming in Even Closer If you need to get closer to your subject, use the Digital Zoom feature. With digital zoom, the center of your picture is magnified so your pictures appear even closer. Press the DO-IT button to turn on Preview if it is not already activated.

  • Page 25: Viewing The Picture Just Taken

    Viewing the Picture Just Taken You can view or delete a picture seconds after it is. It is a handy way to check if your subject was positioned correctly. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Capture. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.

  • Page 26: Setting A Quickview For Each Picture

    Setting a Quickview for Each Picture You can set the camera so a quick view of the picture just taken appears in the LCD automatically using the Quickview feature. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Capture. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.

  • Page 27: Setting The Flash

    Setting the Flash When taking pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows, your pictures need flash. For everyday picture-taking, use the Auto setting. However, there are times when changing the flash option can improve your pictures. For instance, if you are taking pictures of people indoors or at night, you can help reduce the likelihood of red eye by using the Red-Eye setting.
  • Page 28 3 Press the FLASH button to scroll though the flash options. The Flash setting icon changes in the Status Display. Auto (No Icon)—fires the flash automatically when needed. The camera determines when there is not enough light. Off—turns off the flash. Fill—fires the flash every time you take a picture.

  • Page 29: Photographing Distant Subjects

    Photographing Distant Subjects If you want to create postcard-like pictures of scenic views, such as a sunset or mountain range, use the Infinity Focus feature. When Infinity Focus is selected, the camera automatically turns off the flash and auto focus so you get sharp, clear pictures.

  • Page 30: Photographing Close-Ups

    Photographing Close-Ups If you want to take pictures of objects up close, such as flowers or artwork, use the Close-Up feature. When selected, the camera automatically sets the focus distance to 0.8 to 1.6 ft (0.25 to 0.5 m) and sets the flash to ensure detail and clarity.

  • Page 31: Putting Yourself In The Picture

    Putting Yourself in the Picture There might be times when you want everyone, including yourself, to be in the picture. For these occasions, use the Self-Timer feature to create a 10-second delay between the time you press the SHUTTER button and the time the picture is taken.

  • Page 32: Adding The Date To Your Pictures

    Adding the Date to Your Pictures You may want to keep track of when a picture was taken, perhaps to record a child’s first picture or for an insurance claim. Whatever the reason, your camera has the ability to record the date and time directly on your picture using the Date Stamp feature.
  • Page 33 7 Press the DO-IT button. The main Menu screen reappears. The next time you take a picture the date or date and time is recorded in the lower right-hand corner of the picture. The Date Stamp icon appears on the LCD screen if Quickview (page 18) or Preview (page 12) is turned on.

  • Page 34: Deleting The Picture Just Taken

    Deleting the Picture Just Taken If you decide that you do not like a picture, you can delete it quickly from the camera memory card immediately after it is taken if Quickview is turned on. Once you delete the picture, it is permanently removed from the camera memory card.

  • Page 35: Customizing Your Pictures

    Customizing Your Pictures Chapters 1 and 2 explained the basics for taking great digital pictures. In this chapter, you will learn about some of the custom features available on your camera. Because your camera is so versatile, you have the ability to set the camera for almost any picture taking situation you may encounter.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Camera Exposure

    Adjusting the Camera Exposure If your pictures seem too dark or too light, adjust the amount of light allowed into the camera so that your pictures are properly exposed. These adjustments in lighting are called Exposure Compensation. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP...
  • Page 37 If your pictures are too dark, increase (+) the exposure number. If your pictures are too light, decrease (-) the exposure number. You can adjust the exposure numbers in +2.0 to -2.0 in 0.5 increments. An increase of 1.0 doubles the amount of light allowed into the camera.

  • Page 38: Adding A Border To Your Picture

    Although borders are not included on the camera memory card, you can create and add your own borders or logos. For more information, refer to the KODAK DC3400 Border Transfer Application online help or the ReadMe file. Once the picture is taken, the border cannot be removed.
  • Page 39 6 Press a button until the Border option you want is highlighted. 7 Press the DO-IT button. The main Menu screen reappears. 8 To cancel Border, press a until No Border is highlighted, then press the DO-IT button. It is possible to select a specific border as the default.

  • Page 40: Capturing In Black-And-White, Sepia Tone, Or Document

    Capturing in Black-and-White, Sepia Tone, or Document With the Effect setting, you can take black-and-white pictures, use sepia tone to give your picture an antique look, or take pictures of documents so text stands out. When using the Effects feature, the camera Preview automatically turns on so that you can see if the effect selected works well with your subject.
  • Page 41 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 5 Press the DO-IT button. 6 Press a button until the Effect option you want is highlighted. Black & White—takes a black-and- white picture. Sepia Tone—takes a picture with a reddish-brown cast. Document—takes a picture with added contrast so text stands out.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Picture Quality

    Adjusting the Picture Quality If you intend to make large prints, you can capture more detail in the picture using the Best setting. However, with this setting more storage room is used on the camera memory card. For everyday pictures, use the Better setting, which gives you great pictures and more storage space on the camera memory card.
  • Page 43 Best—use for printing 8x10 pictures. Better—use for everyday pictures. Good—use for online or for e- mailing pictures. 7 Press the DO-IT button. The main Menu screen reappears as the Quality icon for the setting you selected appears in the Status Display. You can switch freely between these three settings when taking pictures.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Picture Resolution

    Adjusting the Picture Resolution If you want to send pictures through e-mail or use them online, use the Standard resolution setting. With this setting, only the information needed for viewing on a computer or printing small prints is captured. For pictures that are going to be printed, use the High resolution setting.
  • Page 45 High—use this setting when you are going to print your pictures. Picture size is 1760 x 1168 pixels. Standard—use this setting when you are going to e-mail or use the pictures online. Picture size is 896 x 592 pixels. 7 Press the DO-IT button. The main Menu screen reappears as the Resolution icon appears in the Status Display.

  • Page 46: Selecting A White Balance For Indoor Pictures

    Selecting a White Balance for Indoor Pictures If you use your camera indoors where flash is prohibited, your pictures may take on a green tint if captured under fluorescent tube lighting, or a reddish- orange tint if captured under tungsten household lighting. You can correct this problem using the White Balance feature on the camera.
  • Page 47 Auto (No Icon)—automatically adjusts the white balance. Daylight—balances for natural daylight lighting. Fluorescent—corrects for the green cast of fluorescent lighting. Tungsten—corrects for the orange cast of tungsten light bulbs. 7 Press the DO-IT button. The main Menu screen reappears as the White Balance icon you selected appears in the Status Display.

  • Page 48: Choosing A Metering System

    Choosing a Metering System You can control the way light affects your pictures using the metering systems available on your camera. If you want a nice even exposure throughout the picture, use the Multi-Pattern setting. This setting is great for everyday pictures. If you want to emphasize the center of your picture, such as a person’s face, while at the same time de-emphasizing the background, use the Center- Weighted setting.
  • Page 49 4 Press a button until the is highlighted. 5 Press the DO-IT button. The Auto Exposure screen appears on the LCD. The current setting is checked ( ). 6 Press a button until the Auto Exposure option you want is highlighted. Multi-Pattern—evaluates the lighting conditions of the entire picture.

  • Page 50: Selecting The Iso Setting

    Selecting the ISO Setting If you take pictures in low light without flash, such as in a museum, you can select the Auto ISO sensitivity on the camera to help prevent blurred pictures caused by camera movement. With this feature the shutter speed is automatically increased to make the camera more responsive, while maintaining proper exposure for the picture.
  • Page 51 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. The Auto ISO screen appears on the LCD. The current setting is ( ). 5 Press the DO-IT button. 6 Press a button until the option you want is highlighted. OFF—camera selects the optimal shutter speed for pictures.

  • Page 52: Sharpening And Softening A Picture

    Sharpening and Softening a Picture If you plan to edit your pictures using image editing software, the Sharpness feature can make some editing processes easier. By selecting the Sharp setting, the edges around the picture are enhanced, making it easier to cut or crop the image.
  • Page 53 4 Press a button until the is highlighted. 5 Press the DO-IT button. The Sharpness screen appears on the LCD. The current setting is checked ( ). 6 Press a button until the Sharpness option you want is highlighted. Sharp—highlights the edges in your picture, so the edges stand out.

  • Page 54: Locking In An Exposure Setting

    Locking in an Exposure Setting If you take a series of pictures that require a consistent look or a constant exposure setting, use the Exposure Lock feature. This feature is great for taking a series of pictures, like a mountain range, and creating a mural with the prints.
  • Page 55 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 5 Press the DO-IT button. The Exposure Lock screen appears on the LCD. The current setting is ( ). 6 Press a button until ON is highlighted. 7 Press the DO-IT button. The “Please take a picture to lock capture settings”...

  • Page 57: Reviewing Your Pictures

    Reviewing Your Pictures After taking pictures with your KODAK DC3400 Digital Camera, you can take a look at them by setting the camera to Camera Review. You can: View your pictures and see how custom features, if any, were applied to the shot.

  • Page 58: Viewing Your Pictures

    Viewing Your Pictures To view each picture in full LCD size, or you can view up to three smaller thumbnail-size pictures at a one time using the Filmstrip feature. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Review. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.
  • Page 59 The filmstrip displays up to three pictures at a time, in the order taken and stored on the camera memory card. 5 Use the buttons to scroll through the filmstrip. The picture on the filmstrip appears in the LCD as the memory bar and picture locator needle moves.

  • Page 60: Magnifying Your Pictures

    Magnifying Your Pictures To zoom in on a specific part of a picture displayed on the LCD, use the Magnify feature. This feature lets you view a section of the current picture at two times the normal LCD size. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT...

  • Page 61: Selecting Pictures For Printing

    Print Order feature. This feature is useful because it saves you time when printing pictures from a KODAK Picture Maker, or Personnel Picture Maker Systems. MENU...
  • Page 62 6 Press a button until the picture you want is highlighted on the filmstrip. 7 Press a button until the Print Order option you want is highlighted. CURRENT PICTURE or EDIT PICTURE—marks the picture currently selected on the filmstrip. EXIT—returns you to the main Review screen.

  • Page 63: Cancelling Pictures For Printing

    Cancelling Pictures for Printing If you have second thoughts about the pictures you have selected to print, you can go back and cancel individual pictures or the entire order. Press a button until the Print Order option you want is highlighted. CANCEL CURRENT—cancels the print order for the selected picture.

  • Page 64: Protecting Your Pictures

    Protecting Your Pictures Safeguard your pictures from being deleted accidentally from the camera memory card by using the Protect feature. This feature is very useful if the camera and camera memory card are used by more than one person. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT...

  • Page 65: Deleting One Or All Of Your Pictures

    Deleting One or All of Your Pictures If you decide that you do not like the pictures stored on the camera memory card, or you just want to free up space, use the Delete feature to remove one or all of the pictures on the card. If you have marked pictures as protected, they cannot be deleted until you turn off the Protect feature.
  • Page 66 6 Press a button until the picture you want to delete is selected. 7 Press a button until the Delete option you want is highlighted. PICTURE—deletes the selected picture from the camera memory card. EXIT—returns you to the main Review screen without deleting the picture(s).

  • Page 67: Running A Slide Show On Your Television

    99 seconds, a time you set from the camera. The slide show ends after all the pictures have been shown; or, if you are using a Kodak-specified AC adapter, the slide show continues until you stop it. For details about available accessories, ask your dealer of KODAK products.
  • Page 68 V I D 3 Press the Menu button. The main Review Menu screen appears. 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 5 Press the DO-IT button. The Slide Show Interval screen appears. 6 Use the buttons to select the number of seconds you want the pictures to appear on the television.

  • Page 69: Viewing Information About A Picture

    Viewing Information About a Picture Look up specific information about a picture using the Picture Information feature. The information that appears is for viewing and cannot be edited. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Review. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.
  • Page 70 3 Press the Menu button. The main Review Menu screen appears. 4 Press a button until the is highlighted. 5 Press the DO-IT button. The Picture Info screen appears with that picture’s information displayed. Quality Resolution File Name Directory Name Capture Date/Time Flash Aperture...

  • Page 71: Personalizing Your Camera

    Personalizing Your Camera Tailor your camera to fit whatever picture-taking needs you have. When you set the camera to Camera Setup, you can personalize your camera so it performs the way you want, each time you use it. You can: Set a camera response beep, so you get feedback from the camera when you initiate an action.

  • Page 72: Setting A Response Beep

    Setting a Response Beep Your camera provides auditory feedback in the form of a beep anytime the SHUTTER button is pressed, or when the camera cannot perform a selected function. If you do not want auditory feedback, turn off the beep. This can be especially useful when taking a spontaneous picture of someone or of wildlife.
  • Page 73 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Beep screen appears. The current setting is checked ( ). 5 Press a button until the Beep option you want is highlighted. OFF—provides no auditory feedback.

  • Page 74: Saving Camera Power

    Saving Camera Power The Power Save feature helps extend battery life by shortening the time that the camera power stays on when not in use. For your convenience, the Power Save setting is automatically activated. If situations arise where you need the camera power to stay on for a longer period of inactivity, such as connecting the camera to a computer, turn off the Power Save feature to have more time to work before the camera automatically shuts off.
  • Page 75 3 Press a button until the is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Power Save screen appears. The current setting is checked ( ). 5 Press a button until the Power Save option you want is highlighted. 6 Press the DO-IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen.

  • Page 76: Viewing Camera Information

    Viewing Camera Information Have you ever wondered how many pictures you have taken with your camera or how many times the flash fired? The Camera Information feature keeps a record for you. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.
  • Page 77 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The About screen appears. The information that appears is view-only and cannot be changed. Firmware Version—displays the latest firmware version. # Images Captured—displays the total number of pictures taken. # Flash Fired—displays the total number of times the flash fired.

  • Page 78: Selecting A Language For The Camera

    Selecting a Language for the Camera Select from many different languages for the camera. Once you select a language, the text changes to reflect the language selected. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.

  • Page 79: Formatting Your Camera Memory Card

    When you format a camera memory card, all of the information on the card is erased. This includes pictures, borders and all other files. You can create and add borders to the camera memory card. For more information, refer to the KODAK DC3400 Border Transfer Application online help or the ReadMe file. MENU CAPTURE...
  • Page 80 3 Press a button until the is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Format Memory Card screen appears. 5 Press a button until CONTINUE FORMAT is highlighted. 6 Press the DO-IT button to format the camera memory card and return to the main Camera Setup screen.

  • Page 81: Adjusting The Video Out Signal

    Adjusting the Video Out Signal Set your camera so that it is compatible with NTSC or PAL video signals. The Video Out feature needs to be set correctly if you plan on running a slide show of the pictures from the camera on a television or video monitor. For information on setting up a slide show, see page 59.
  • Page 82 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Video Out screen appears. The current setting is checked ( ). 5 Press a button until the video out option you want is highlighted. NTSC—used in most countries except Europe.

  • Page 83: Adjusting The Camera Default Settings

    Adjusting the Camera Default Settings Customize your camera so specific settings are activated automatically each time you turn on the camera. Select settings for Flash, White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Borders, and Effects to suit your particular picture-taking needs. For default settings, see page 130. Setting a Border Default Adjust the camera so your favorite frame or graphic is added to each picture you take.
  • Page 84 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Borders Default screen appears. The current setting is checked ( ). 5 Press a button until the Border option you want is highlighted. No Borders is the main default setting.

  • Page 85: Setting A Flash Default

    Setting a Flash Default Adjust your camera so that it is set to a specific flash setting every time you turn on the camera. For more information about the Flash setting, see page 19. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup.

  • Page 86: Setting A White Balance Default

    Setting a White Balance Default If you are always using your camera indoors where flash is prohibited, you can set the camera so it is balanced for the type of light source that you take pictures under. For more information about the White Balance feature, see page 38.
  • Page 87 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The White Balance Default screen appears. The current setting is checked ( ). 5 Press a button until the White Balance option you want is highlighted. AUTO (Main Default)—adjusts automatically when flash is used.

  • Page 88: Setting An Exposure Compensation Default

    Setting an Exposure Compensation Default Adjust the Exposure Compensation setting so that it is used every time you turn on the camera. For more information about The Exposure Compensation feature, see page 28. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW CONNECT CAMERA SETUP Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera.
  • Page 89 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Exposure Compensation Default screen appears. 5 Press a button until the exposure compensation number you want is highlighted. If your pictures are too dark, increase (+) the exposure number. If your pictures are too light, decrease (-) the exposure number.

  • Page 90: Setting An Effect Default

    Setting an Effect Default If you work for a newspaper or in an office environment where you need to record lecture slides, you can adjust your camera so it takes pictures in black and white, sepia tone, or to highlight text every time you turn on the camera. For more information about the Effects feature, see page 32.
  • Page 91 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Effects Default screen appears. The current setting is checked ( ). 5 Press a button until the Effects option you want is highlighted. No Effect (Main Default)—captures pictures in full color.

  • Page 92: Setting An Auto Iso Default

    Setting an Auto ISO Default If you always use your camera indoors without flash, you can set the camera so it uses a faster shutter speed to help avoid blurry pictures from camera movement. For more information about the Auto ISO feature, see page 42. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW...
  • Page 93 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted. 4 Press the DO-IT button. The Auto ISO Default screen appears. The current setting is checked ( ). 5 Press a button until the Auto ISO option you want is highlighted. OFF (Main Default)—camera maintains optimal shutter speed ranges.

  • Page 95: Installing Your Software

    Installing Your Software This chapter describes how to install the KODAK software included with your KODAK DC3400 Digital Camera. The KODAK DC3400 Camera 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 camera memory card.

  • Page 96: Windows-Based System Requirements

    Windows-Based System Requirements Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0, or Windows 2000, operating system. Pentium 90 MHz microprocessor (minimum) with CD-ROM drive. Color display monitor with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480 (1024 x 768 preferred) and 8-bit color (16-bit or 24-bit recommended). 16 MB or more of available RAM.

  • Page 97: Kodak Software For Windows-Based Computers

    KODAK Software for Windows-Based Computers Four KODAK software applications are supplied with the camera for use on a Windows-based computer. They are: KODAK DC3400 Camera Mounter Software (Mounter)— provides an easy way to view pictures from the camera memory card and copy them to your computer.

  • Page 98: Software Overview

    Software Overview A brief overview of the software is listed below. Detailed information on the software is available in the online help for each application. Feature View thumbnail images Transfer pictures Display picture information Open pictures on the hard drive using other applications Access Camera Controls Take a picture Delete pictures...

  • Page 99: Kodak Software For Macintosh Computers

    KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers Three KODAK software applications are supplied with the camera for use on a Macintosh computer. They are: KODAK DC3400 Picture Transfer Application (Picture Transfer)—provides an easy way to view pictures from the camera memory card and copy them to your computer.

  • Page 100: Software Overview

    Software Overview A brief overview of the software is listed below. Detailed information on the software is available in the online help for each application. Feature View thumbnail images Transfer pictures Display picture information Change camera settings Take a picture Change camera Capture settings Delete pictures Add borders to camera memory card...

  • Page 101: Installing The Software

    On a Macintosh computer— the first install window automatically appears. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. 5 If prompted, restart the computer when the software installation is complete. Detailed information on all the KODAK software is included in the online help for each application.

  • Page 103: Connecting Your Camera

    Connecting Your Camera To transfer pictures taken with your KODAK DC3400 Digital Camera, you first need to connect the camera to your computer or use a card reader. The camera can communicate with your computer using one of the following: RS-232 serial cable connection for Windows-based computers.

  • Page 104: Using A Serial Cable Connection

    Using a Serial Cable Connection The traditional means of connecting the camera to your computer is by serial cable. When connecting the camera, it is a good idea to use a KODAK-specified AC adapter (see page 5) to conserve battery power.
  • Page 105 Serial ports are usually labeled COM1 and COM2, or A and B. If your computer has a 25-pin port, you need to use a 9-pin adapter (available at your local computer store) and attach it to the port before attaching the serial cable to the computer. If the ports are not labeled, see your computer User’s Guide for a diagram that illustrates all of the external ports.

  • Page 106: Connecting To A Macintosh Computer

    Connecting to a Macintosh Computer Either a serial cable for a Macintosh computer or adapter plug for use with the RS-232 serial cable is provided so that you can connect your camera through a serial port on a Macintosh computer. MENU CAPTURE REVIEW...
  • Page 107 If your camera came with a serial cable for a Macintosh computer instead of the serial adapter plug, connect the end of the serial cable labelled MAC into the available serial port on the back of the computer. Serial ports on Macintosh computers are usually referred to as modem or printer ports.

  • Page 108: Using A Usb Cable Connection

    KODAK only recommends and supports using the camera with the systems listed in the System Requirements on page 88. When connecting the camera, it is a good idea to use a KODAK-specified AC adapter (see page 5) to conserve battery power.

  • Page 109: Starting Kodak Software For Windows-Based Computers

    Opening Digital Access Software (TWAIN Acquire) Open a TWAIN-compliant application, such as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe. 2 Choose File –> Import TWAIN Source. 3 Select KODAK DC3400 Zoom Acquire. 4 Choose File –> Import TWAIN Acquire. The main Digital Access window appears.

  • Page 110: Opening Camera Controls Software

    Double-click the Camera Control icon on the desktop to open the main Camera Controls window. Opening Border Transfer Software From the Windows Task bar click Start –> Programs –> DC3400 –> Border Transfer Application. The main Border Transfer window appears.

  • Page 111: Starting Kodak Software For Macintosh Computers

    2 Choose File –> Acquire –> KODAK DC3400 Acquire. The main Digital Access window appears. Opening Border Transfer Software In the DC3400 Folder, double-click the Border Transfer Application folder. 2 Double-click the Border Transfer icon. The main Border Transfer window appears.

  • Page 112: Navigating To Your Pictures

    This standard allows you to use the camera memory card in different cameras. Most KODAK applications supplied on the Installer CD guides you to your pictures on the camera memory card; however, if you use the Mounter software...
  • Page 113 (\DCIM\101K3400) on the camera memory card, beginning with picture DCP_0001.JPG. If you use the camera memory card in a camera other than the DC3400 camera, and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file structure standard, the \DCIM folder will contain a folder named by that camera.

  • Page 115: Tips And Troubleshooting

    Tips and Troubleshooting There may be times when questions arise from using your KODAK DC3400 Digital Camera. This chapter can point you in the right direction for finding the answers quickly, so you can continue using your camera. This chapter provides...

  • Page 116: Connecting With Your Camera

    KODAK DC3400 Camera Controls Software, or the KODAK DC3400 Digital Access Software (TWAIN Acquire). If you are using a Macintosh computer, the port and speed settings can be adjusted using the KODAK DC3400 Digital Access Software (Plug-In Acquire), or the KODAK DC3400 Picture Transfer Application.

  • Page 117: 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, crisper, and more detailed...

  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you are experiencing difficulties with your camera, check the following table for possible solutions. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located in the KODAK DC3400 folder. Computer Monitor Problem The image on your monitor is jagged or inappropriately colored.
  • Page 119 Camera Communications Problem Computer cannot communicate with the camera. Cause Solution Camera power is off. Turn the camera on. See page 3. The Mode dial is not Set the Mode dial to set to Connect. Connect. Some Advanced See the Power Power Management Management section utilities on laptops...
  • Page 120 Camera Problem Ready light does not turn on and the camera does not work. Red ready light comes on and camera does not take a picture. Red ready light is blinking. Green ready light is blinking and camera takes a picture. Green ready light is blinking and camera does not take a picture...
  • Page 121 Camera Problem SHUTTER button does not work. Camera does not turn on. Cause Solution Camera is not turned Turn on the camera. See page 3. Mode dial is not set to Set the Mode dial to Capture. Capture. Ready light is Wait until Ready light blinking.
  • Page 122 Camera Problem Part of the picture is missing. Something was Cause blocking the lens when the picture was taken. Your eye or the picture was not centered correctly in the viewfinder. Camera Close-Up is activated without using Preview. Solution Keep hands, fingers, or other objects away from the lens when taking pictures.
  • Page 123 Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or did Turn on the flash. See not function. page 19. Check the flash default setting. See page 77. The subject is too far Move so there is no away for the flash to more than 9.8 ft have an effect.
  • Page 124 Camera Problem Picture is too light. Stored pictures are damaged. Camera memory card Picture is black and white, sepia toned, or has too much contrast. Cause The flash is not needed. The subject is too close when the flash was used. The light sensor is covered.
  • Page 125 Camera Problem Pictures remaining number does not decrease after taking a picture. Picture is not clear. Picture is tinted green, blue, or red-orange. Cause Solution The image Resolution The camera is and Quality settings operating normally. does not take up Continue taking sufficient space to pictures.
  • Page 126 LCD Messages Message Memory Card is Full. No Card. Memory Card is Corrupted/ Unreadable. Camera needs service. Cause Memory card is full and cannot hold additional pictures. There is no memory card inserted in the camera. Memory card is corrupted. The camera is malfunctioning.

  • Page 127: Where To Get Help

    Chapter 8 “Tips and Troubleshooting” Software’s manufacturer Product information by fax Software Help Help with any KODAK software packaged with your camera can be obtained from the online help, or by contacting the manufacturer. Online Services Contact Kodak via: World Wide Web...

  • Page 128: Faxed Information

    Customer Support If you have questions concerning the operation of KODAK software or the camera, you should first check the KODAK Service and Support web site at: www.kodak.com. Then, if you need to speak directly to a customer support representative, have the camera serial number ready, and be at your computer when you call.

  • Page 129: Where To Get Help

    If you have any questions about your camera or have difficulty using it, do the following: Reread the product User’s Guide and check the toubleshooting section. 2 Visit us on the internet at http://www.kodak.com and click on the Link for Service and Support. 3 Review the On-Line Help in the Kodak Application Software.

  • Page 130: Packing Instructions

    Packing Instructions Include a note with your camera with the following information: Return Authorization Number Model number and serial number Current date Place of purchase Description of the problem Name and address 2 Include proof of the date of purchase such as a copy of the original dated product sales receipt.

  • Page 131: Limited Warranty

    GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION THAT THE KODAK DC3400 CAMERA WAS PURCHASED. Kodak will REPAIR or REPLACE, at Kodak’s option, the Kodak DC3400 camera if it fails to function properly within the warranty period, subject to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein. Such repair service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts.

  • Page 132: Limitations

    Limitations Requests for Warranty service will not be accepted without proof of date of purchase, such as a copy of the original dated Kodak DC3400 camera sales receipt. (Always keep the original for your records.) This warranty doesn’t apply to the battery(s) used in this camera. This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak’s control, nor problems caused...

  • Page 133: Your Rights Under State Law

    In countries other than the United States, the terms and conditions of this warranty may be different. Unless specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by a Kodak company, no warranty or liability exists beyond any minimum requirements imposed by law, even though defect, damage, or loss may be by negligence or other act.

  • Page 134: Canadian Doc Statement

    This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the...
  • Page 137 Appendix This appendix serves as a resource for specific technical information and care for your camera, and contains the following information: Original default settings Camera Specifications General maintenance and safety Battery usage guidelines...

  • Page 138: Original Camera Default Settings

    Original Camera Default Settings Your camera is set to these settings when you take the camera out of the box for the first time. Feature Digital Zoom Flash Infinity Focus/Close-Up Self-Timer Preview Quickview Exposure Compensation Quality Resolution Date Stamp Auto ISO (DC280) White Balance Metering Exposure Lock...

  • Page 139: Camera Specifications

    Camera Specifications DC3400 Camera Sensor Resolution Picture Resolution High Standard Color Picture File Format Picture Storage Viewfinder ASA/ISO Sensitivity Flash Range 2.1 millions of pixels (total number of pixels) 2.0 millions of pixels 1760 x 1168=2,055,680 896 x 592=530,432 24-bit, millions of colors Exif version 2.1 (JPEG base)
  • Page 140 DC3400 Camera Lens Power Tripod Socket Video Out Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature Type KODAK EKTANAR Lens Wide f 3.1 - f 8.1 Tele f 3.9 - f 10.3 Zoom 2X Optical zoom 3X Digital zoom Focal Length 38 to 76 mm f 8.1 - f 15.3 (35 mm equivalent)

  • Page 141: General Maintenance And Safety

    Radio waves emitted by the camera may effect the airplane instruments. Use only a Kodak-specified 7V AC Adapter with your camera. Use of a different adapter, or one with a different voltage, may cause damage to the camera and the batteries.
  • Page 142 2 Moisten the lens or LCD screen by breathing lightly on it. 3 Wipe the lens or LCD screen gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an untreated lens-cleaning tissue. Service agreements are available in some countries. Please contact a dealer of KODAK products for more information.

  • Page 143: Using Your Batteries

    Digital camera requirements are very demanding on batteries. Not all batteries perform well under these challenging conditions. In Kodak lab tests, Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) rechargeable batteries delivered the best results in a variety of conditions. Ni-MH batteries are designed for high-demand devices, like digital cameras, and do not exhibit the “memory”...
  • Page 144 If you elect to use alkaline batteries in your camera, you will obtain better performance from “photo-flash grade” alkaline batteries, such as KODAK PHOTOLIFE. These types of batteries last more than twice as long in digital cameras as ordinary alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable, do not attempt to recharge them in the battery charger.
  • Page 145 For additional health related information please contact Kodak Health, Safety and Environment Information at 1-716-722-5151 in the U.S. Customers outside the U.S. can contact their local Kodak Customer Service representative. When removing batteries, allow to cool before touching, since the batteries may be hot.
  • Page 147 Index adapter AC 5 serial 98 adjusting auditory feedback 64 border default 75 borders 30 camera exposure 28 clock 8 date stamp 24 digital zoom 16 effects 32 exposure compensation 28 exposure default 80 flash 19 flash default 77 frames 30 ISO default 84 language 70 LCD brightness 9...
  • Page 148 as default 82 pictures 32 border adding to picture 30 as default 75 brightness, LCD 9 buttons close-up 22 flash 19 infinity focus 21 self-timer 23 shutter 14 T zoom 15 telephoto 15 W zoom 15 wide angle 15 zoom 15 camera information 68 camera language 70 camera memory card...
  • Page 149 daylight balance 38 default auto ISO 84 border 75 effect default 82 exposure 80 factory 129 flash 77 white balance 78 deleting all pictures 57 picture just taken 26 quick picture delete 17 digital zoom 15 directory naming, pictures 61 document, photographing as default 82 pictures 32...
  • Page 150 help camera care 133 communicating with computer 108 connecting 108 customer support numbers fax 120 online service address 119 software 119 troubleshooting 110 warranty 121 high resolution 36 history, camera 68 icon battery 4 border 30 border default 75 close-up 22 date stamp 24 delete 26, 57 effect default 82...
  • Page 151 KODAK software help 119 installing 93 Macintosh computers 91 starting 101 Windows 89 landscape photography 21 language, camera 70 launching the software 101 LCD brightness 9 loading batteries 3 locking an exposure 46 Macintosh system requirements magnifying pictures 52 maintenance 133...
  • Page 152 artificial lighting 39 black-and-white 32 cancelling for print 55 capturing 14 deleting 26 deleting all 57 directory 61 file name 61 information about 61 magnifying 52 marking for print 55 of documents 32 previewing 12 protecting 56 quality 34 resolution 36 review 50 sepia tone 32 sharpening 44...
  • Page 153 15 video out 73 white balance 38 white balance default 78 sharpening pictures 44 shutter button 14 slide show 59 softening pictures 44 software, KODAK installing 93 starting 101 Windows 89 software,KODAK help 119 Macintosh computers 91 sound, response 64...
  • Page 154 stamp, date 24 standard resolution 36 starting software 101 support numbers 120 symbol, USB 100 taking a picture 14 pictures, preparing 2 telephoto, setting wide angle 15 television, viewing pictures 59 thumbnails, viewing 50 tips battery guidelines 135 maintenance 133 monitor setting 108 printing 109 safety 133...
  • Page 155 zoom control 15 digital 15...

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