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- Page 1 KODAK DX3500 Digital Camera User’s Guide Visit Kodak on the World Wide Web at www.kodak.com...
- Page 2 Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester, New York 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2001 Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 6B5501...
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Page 3: Bottom View
Front View 1 Shutter button 2 Flash unit 3 Self Timer light 4 Light sensor Bottom View 1 Dock & Go Cradle connector 2 Connector door (open) 3 Tripod mount socket Product Overview 5 Viewfinder lens 6 Lens with built-in cover 7 On / Off / Close-up switch 8 Video out / USB connector 4 Eject button... -
Page 4: Back View
Back View 1 Viewfinder 2 Mode dial 3 Shutter button 4 Picture Card door 5 Wrist strap post 6 LCD screen Product Overview 7 Select button 8 4-way arrow button 9 Menu button 10 Flash button 11 Viewfinder light... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
1 Getting Started ...1 What Can I Do With My Camera?...1 What Can I Do With My Digital Pictures? ...1 Camera Package Contents ...2 Loading the Batteries ... 3 Inserting a Picture Card ... 4 Turning the Camera On and Off ... 5 Automatic Powerdown Saves Batteries ... - Page 6 Displaying the Picture Just Taken ... 22 3 Reviewing Your Pictures ... 23 Viewing Pictures on the LCD ...23 Navigating Through the Pictures ... 24 Magnifying Pictures ... 24 Deleting Pictures ... 25 Selecting Pictures for Automatic Printing... 25 Protecting Pictures From Deletion ... 27 Running a Slide Show...
- Page 7 Transferring Your Pictures... 40 Working With Your Pictures...41 Transferring Your Pictures Manually... 42 Printing Your Pictures ... 43 7 Using the KODAK Camera Dock ... 45 Camera Dock Package Contents ... 45 Installing the Dock Insert...46 Connecting the Camera Dock...46 Installing the Battery Pack in the Camera...47...
- Page 8 Original Factory Settings—Camera... 70 Using Your Batteries... 70 Tips, Safety, Maintenance ...71 Camera Accessories ... 72 Picture Storage Capacities... 73 Locating Pictures on a Picture Card ... 73 Picture File Naming Conventions... 74 Regulatory Information ... 75 viii...
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Page 9: Getting Started
—in Setup mode, customize your camera functions. What Can I Do With My Digital Pictures? Install the software that is included on the KODAK Picture Software CD, then: Transfer—automatically transfer your pictures to your computer. Share—e-mail your pictures to friends and family. -
Page 10: Camera Package Contents
Camera Package Contents The KODAK DX3500 Digital Camera is packaged with the following items. NOTE: * Your camera may have been packaged with a KODAK Camera Dock. In that case, the AA batteries are replaced with the KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack. -
Page 11: Loading The Batteries
For acceptable battery life and to make sure your camera operates dependably, do not use alkaline batteries. NOTE: * Your camera may have been packaged with a KODAK Camera Dock. In that case, the AA batteries are replaced with the KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack. -
Page 12: Inserting A Picture Card
Doing so may damage your pictures, Picture Card, or camera. Use only certified cards that carry the CompactFlash logo . KODAK Picture Cards can be purchased separately on our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. Chapter 1 To insert a Picture Card: Turn off the camera. -
Page 13: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off Viewfinder Status bar light MENU SELECT NOTE: The camera safely completes any Save, Delete, or Copy operations that are in process when the power is turned off. Built-in Lens Cover Your camera has a built-in sliding lens cover that protects the lens from dust and scratches. -
Page 14: Automatic Powerdown Saves Batteries
Automatic Powerdown Saves Batteries The automatic powerdown features help extend battery life by turning off the LCD or camera power when the camera has been inactive (no buttons pushed and no pictures taken) for the given time period. Powerdown Activated Feature after Sleep... -
Page 15: Checking The Battery Level
Using the LCD as the viewfinder (see Reviewing your pictures on the LCD (see Excessive use of the flash NOTE: If you are using a KODAK Camera Dock, keep your camera docked there for constant Battery Pack charging. For details on using the Camera Dock, see... -
Page 16: Mode Dial-Settings And Menus
Mode Dial—Settings and Menus Use the Mode dial to access three ways to use your camera: Mode dial Still Menus Use Still mode whenever you are taking pictures and to customize your picture- taking settings. For details on applying the menu options, refer to the page number listed. -
Page 17: Review Menus
Review Menus Use the menus in Review mode to view and work with the pictures in your camera. For details on applying the menu options, refer to the page number listed. Menu Magnify (page Delete (page Image Storage (page Print Order from Picture Card only (page Chapter 1... -
Page 18: Setup Menus
Setup Menus Use the menus in Setup mode to customize your camera settings. For details on applying the menu options, refer to the page number listed. Menu Display Brightness (page Date/Time set (page Video Out (page Language (page Chapter 1 To access the Setup mode menus: Turn the Mode dial to Setup The Setup menu screen is displayed on... -
Page 19: Navigating Through The Menus
Navigating Through The Menus The method of moving through the menus and selecting options is the same in all three of the camera modes. Menu button Menu name MENU SELECT Additional selections Submenu display MENU SELECT Select button Chapter 1 To display the menus on the LCD: In Still and Review... -
Page 20: Checking Current Camera Status
Checking Current Camera Status In Still mode, press the are active. Status bar Screen icons Status Bar Icons Close up Self timer Flash Quality Screen Icons Magnification Date stamp Chapter 1 button at any time to check which camera settings Turn the Mode dial to Still the camera. -
Page 21: Choosing Internal Memory Or Picture Card
Choosing Internal Memory or Picture Card The KODAK DX3500 Digital Camera offers two storage options for taking and storing pictures in the camera: Internal Memory—take and store up to 50 pictures at Good Quality (16 pictures at Best Quality) in the camera’s 8 MB of internal memory. You always have memory in the camera, even if you don’t have a Picture Card with you. - Page 22 Select Continue (or Cancel to change your mind), then press Select again. A message appears while the camera changes storage locations. The setting remains in effect until you change it. NOTE: No matter which mode you use to access the Image Storage menu, the setting applies to all camera functions—saving pictures as you take them, and reviewing and working with the pictures that are stored in the camera.
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Page 23: Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures Use the Still setting take pictures or wish to customize your picture-taking settings. Before you take a picture, make sure your picture storage location is set the way you want it Taking a Picture Viewfinder light CAUTION: Do not insert or remove a Picture Card when the green viewfinder light is blinking. -
Page 24: Previewing Your Picture On The Lcd
Previewing Your Picture on the LCD When the Preview feature is on, a live image is displayed on the LCD. Use the LCD instead of the viewfinder to frame your subject. NOTE: Preview is required when you are using the Digital Zoom feature. -
Page 25: Using The Digital Zoom
Using the Digital Zoom The Digital Zoom feature provides up to 3X magnification of your pictures. You may notice a decrease in printed image quality when using Digital Zoom. MENU SELECT MENU SELECT NOTE: Digital Zoom is automatically turned off when the camera state changes (when you turn off Preview, move the Mode dial position, turn the camera off, or when the camera enters Sleep mode). -
Page 26: Using The Flash
Using the Flash When you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows, your pictures need flash. The camera flash is effective when you are 2.5 to 7.5 feet (0.75 to 2.3 m) from your subject. MENU SELECT Auto Flash—flash fires when the lighting conditions require it. -
Page 27: Putting Yourself In The Picture
Putting Yourself in the Picture 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. Self Timer light The Self Timer feature turns off after you take the picture. -
Page 28: Setting Picture Quality
Setting Picture Quality Use the Quality setting to select a picture resolution. To change the Quality setting: Turn the Mode dial to Still Highlight the Quality menu Chapter 2 , then press the Menu button. , then press the Select button. Highlight the Quality setting you want to use. -
Page 29: Placing The Date On Pictures
Placing the Date on Pictures Use the Date Stamp setting to imprint the date on your pictures. This setting is ideal when you wish to record when a picture was taken; for example, for a birthday or an insurance claim. Make sure the camera clock is set to the correct date Turn the Mode dial to Still Highlight the Date Stamp menu... -
Page 30: Displaying The Picture Just Taken
Displaying the Picture Just Taken The QuickView feature displays each picture on the LCD immediately after you take it. While the picture is displayed, you have the opportunity to delete it. Save space in internal memory or on your Picture Card by keeping only the pictures you like. -
Page 31: Reviewing Your Pictures
Reviewing Your Pictures Use the Review setting pictures that are stored in your camera’s internal memory or on a Picture Card. Viewing Pictures on the LCD The icons displayed with the picture indicate the features that have been applied to the picture, as follows: Index Print Protect Frame... -
Page 32: Navigating Through The Pictures
Navigating Through the Pictures MENU SELECT Magnifying Pictures Use the Magnify feature to zoom in to two times magnification and navigate to different areas of the picture. This feature is ideal for checking detail on your pictures. Chapter 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll forward or backward through the pictures. -
Page 33: Deleting Pictures
Selecting Pictures for Automatic Printing Use the Print Order feature to select specific pictures on a Picture Card for automatic printing. When you insert the Picture Card into a KODAK Personal Picture Maker, or most printers equipped with a card reader, the selected pictures are automatically printed. - Page 34 The Print Order icon Printing Your Order Insert the Picture Card that contains the Print Order into the KODAK Personal Picture Maker, or other direct-print-enabled printer. Refer to the User’s Guide that was provided with your printer for further directions on how to automatically print your order.
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Page 35: Protecting Pictures From Deletion
Protecting Pictures From Deletion Use the Protect feature to prevent specific pictures from being accidentally deleted from the internal memory or from the Picture Card. A protected picture cannot be deleted. To protect a picture: Turn the Mode dial to Review protect. -
Page 36: Starting The Slide Show
Starting the Slide Show Turn the Mode dial to Review Highlight the Slide Show menu NOTE: If you connect or disconnect the video cable while a slide show is running, the slide show stops. When you restart it, by selecting Begin Show, it begins again with the first picture in your camera. -
Page 37: Copying Pictures
Copying Pictures The Copy feature allows you to copy pictures between a Picture Card and the camera’s internal memory. You can capture pictures on a Picture Card, then copy and save your favorites into internal memory. Or, you may wish to copy pictures to a Picture Card for portability: for viewing on a different computer, or for printing at your local photo retailer. -
Page 38: Viewing Picture Information
Viewing Picture Information Use the Picture Info feature to display information about each picture stored in your camera. Press the arrow buttons to display the previous/next picture, with that picture’s information. To exit Picture Info, press the Select button. Chapter 3 Turn the Mode dial to Review the Menu button. -
Page 39: Customizing Your Camera Settings
Customizing Your Camera Settings Use Setup on the Mode dial to customize the camera settings according to your personal preferences. Adjusting LCD Screen Brightness You can adjust the LCD screen brightness to make the display easier to see. Turn the Mode dial to Setup Highlight the Display Brightness menu, then press the Select button. -
Page 40: Setting Video Out
Setting Video Out The Video Out feature allows you to match the camera’s video signal to the standard that applies in your geographical location. Video Out must be set correctly to run a slide show on a television or other external device. Turn the Mode dial to Setup Highlight the Video Out Chapter 4... -
Page 41: Selecting A Language
Selecting a Language The Language feature allows you to display the menus and screen messages in different languages. Turn the Mode dial to Setup Highlight the Language Viewing Camera Information The About this Camera feature displays information that is especially helpful if you need to call for service on your camera. -
Page 42: Formatting Memory Or Picture Card
Formatting Memory or Picture Card You may need to format the camera’s internal memory if it becomes corrupted. You may need to format a Picture Card if it becomes corrupted or if it was used in a different camera. When formatting is necessary, an error message appears on the LCD screen. -
Page 43: Installing The Software
Installing the Software Make sure that you install the software from the KODAK Picture Software CD before you transfer pictures from your camera to the computer. Install the Software Before you begin, close all software applications running on your computer. -
Page 44: Software Included With Your Camera
Software Included With Your Camera The KODAK Picture Software CD contains the following applications that let you access, transfer, and have fun with your digital pictures. For detailed information on using the applications, refer to the online help supplied with each application. -
Page 45: Computer System Requirements
Computer System Requirements For acceptable picture transfer and editing, we recommend the following minimum requirements: WINDOWS-Based System Requirements Personal computer designed for WINDOWS 98, 98SE, ME, or 2000 Available USB port Personal computer with CD-ROM drive, minimum Pentium 200 MHz microprocessor Color display monitor with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480 (1024 x 768 preferred) and 256 colors: High Color (16-bit) or True Color... -
Page 47: Using Pictures On Your Computer
Before You Transfer Your Pictures Before you transfer your pictures from the camera to the computer, make sure you have installed the software from the KODAK Picture Software CD 35). Connecting to Your Computer You can transfer your pictures from your camera to your computer using either the provided USB cable or the KODAK Camera Dock. -
Page 48: Transferring Your Pictures
Connecting With the KODAK Camera Dock NOTE: You can also use a KODAK USB Picture Card Reader to transfer your pictures. See your KODAK retail dealer or visit our Web site at www.kodak.com/go/accessories. Transferring Your Pictures KODAK Picture Transfer Software automatically opens on your computer when you have connected as shown in the previous section, Computer. -
Page 49: Working With Your Pictures
Working With Your Pictures When your pictures are transferred, Picture Transfer Software closes and KODAK Picture Software opens. In the KODAK Picture Software window, click the thumbnail of the picture you’d like to work with. The picture appears in the main window. Edit... -
Page 50: Transferring Your Pictures Manually
Transferring Your Pictures Manually KODAK Camera Connection Software lets you directly access the pictures in your camera and allows you to: display and browse thumbnails of your pictures, copy all or selected pictures to your computer, open a picture directly... -
Page 51: Printing Your Pictures
Print to your home printer with KODAK Premium Picture Paper. From a Picture Card Use the Print Order feature Card directly to a KODAK Personal Picture Maker or other direct-print- enabled printer. Take your Picture Card to your local photo retailer for printing. -
Page 53: Using The Kodak Camera Dock
Using the KODAK Camera Dock The KODAK Camera Dock makes it easier than ever to transfer your pictures to the computer. In addition, the Camera Dock is a rapid battery charger for the included Rechargeable Battery Pack, and supplies power to the camera. -
Page 54: Installing The Dock Insert
Installing the Dock Insert KODAK DX-series cameras are packaged with a Dock insert, which is used to custom-fit the camera to the Camera Dock. Connecting the Camera Dock Connect the Camera Dock to your computer and to an external power source. -
Page 55: Installing The Battery Pack In The Camera
Installing the Battery Pack in the Camera NOTE: The batteries in the Battery Pack are not charged when you receive it. page 48 for charging instructions. Docking the Camera When you are ready to transfer your pictures from the camera to the computer, or charge the Battery Pack, connect the camera to the Camera Dock by placing (docking) the camera in the Camera Dock. -
Page 56: Charging The Battery Pack
Locator Connector Light NOTE: If the Battery Pack in the camera requires charging, the Camera Dock light turns red after a few seconds and charging begins. Charging the Battery Pack The batteries in the Battery Pack are not charged when you receive it. Turn off the camera. -
Page 57: Transferring Pictures
KODAK Picture Transfer Software automatically opens on your computer and your pictures are transferred. Then, KODAK Picture Software opens so you can work with your pictures on your computer. For further details, see Chapter 6, Using Pictures on Your... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting Problems
Troubleshooting Problems There may be times when you have questions about using your KODAK camera or Camera Dock. This chapter help you find the answers quickly. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the KODAK Picture Software CD. For updates to Troubleshooting information, visit our Web site at http://www.kodak.com. - Page 60 The Battery Monitor or similar software runs constantly. Chapter 8 Solution See the following file on the KODAK Picture Software CD: USB.html Or, go to and click Service and Support. Turn on the camera (page See the Power Management section of your laptop user’s...
- Page 61 Camera Problem Cause Shutter button does Camera is not turned on. Turn on the camera not work. The camera is processing a picture, the viewfinder light is blinking. The Picture Card or internal memory is full. Part of the picture Something was blocking is missing.
- Page 62 Camera Problem Cause In Review mode, The camera may not be you do not see a accessing the correct picture on the LCD storage location. or do not see the picture you expected. Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or did not function.
- Page 63 Camera Problem Cause Picture is too light. The flash is not needed. Change to Auto flash The subject is too close when the flash was used. The light sensor is covered. Stored pictures are The Picture Card was damaged. removed when the viewfinder light was blinking.
- Page 64 Camera Problem Cause Picture is not clear. The lens is dirty. Subject too close when taking picture. Subject or the camera moved while the picture was taken. The subject is too far away for the flash to be effective. Slide show does Video Out setting is not run on external incorrect.
- Page 65 Camera Viewfinder Light The viewfinder light glows steady green when the camera is on and ready to take a picture. Problem Viewfinder light does not turn on and the camera does not work. Viewfinder light blinks red. Viewfinder light glows steady red.
- Page 66 Cause There are no pictures in the current storage location. The Picture Card is corrupted, or formatted for another digital camera. The camera internal memory is corrupted. There is no Picture Card in the camera. Your pictures were not copied.
- Page 67 LCD Messages Message Date/Time entry screen appears automatically Camera needs service #xxx High camera temperature. Camera will be turned off. Memory Card is full Internal Memory is full There is no more space Chapter 8 Cause This is the first time you turned on the camera;...
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Page 68: Troubleshooting-Camera Dock
LCD Messages Message Unrecognized File Format Troubleshooting—Camera Dock Camera Dock Problem Pictures are not transferred to the computer Chapter 8 Cause The camera cannot read the picture format. Cause Solution AC adapter or USB Check the connections cable is not securely connected. - Page 69 Camera Dock indicator light Light Status Cause Light glows steady Camera is green docked. Light glows steady Camera Dock is charging Battery Pack. Light blinks green Connection (USB) between the computer and the Camera Dock is active. Light blinks red Battery Pack is installed incorrectly.
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Page 71: Getting Help
Software application online help Product information by fax Software Help Help with any software application packaged with your camera can be obtained from the online help provided with the application. Kodak Online Services World Wide Web Kodak Fax Support U.S. and Canada Europe U.K. -
Page 72: 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 73 Outside the U.S., Canada, and Europe—calls are charged at National Rate. Austria/Osterreich Belgium/Belgique China Denmark/Danmark Ireland/Eire Finland/Suomi France Germany/Deutschland Greece Italy/Italia Japan Korea Netherlands/Nederland Norway/Norge Portugal Spain/Espana Sweden/Sverige Switzerland/Schweiz/Suisse International Toll Line International Toll Fax Number +44 131 4586962 Chapter 9 0179 567 357 02 713 14 45 86 21 63500888 1577...
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Page 75: Appendix
Appendix This appendix serves as a resource for technical information about your camera, batteries, Camera Dock, Picture Cards, and available accessories. DX3500 Camera Specifications Camera Specifications Color Communication with computer Dimensions Exposure control Flash (liquid crystal display) 24-bit, millions of colors... - Page 76 Good Quality—900 x 600 pixels 2 Lithium, AA (included with camera) 2 Ni-MH, AA rechargeable (optional purchase) Alkaline batteries not recommended KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack, recharge in Camera Dock only. Battery Pack also available as an optional accessory. 10 seconds...
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Page 77: Camera Dock Specifications
NTSC or PAL selectable Albada bright frame type Automatic 3X Digital zoom Cable included with KODAK DX-series cameras 5.9 in. /4.4 in. /1.5 in. (150 mm/112.5 mm/38.5 mm) 5.5 oz. (155 g) 5.9 in. /4.4 in. /1.7 in. (150 mm/112.5 mm/42.5 mm) 6.2 oz. -
Page 78: Original Factory Settings-Camera
Replacement Types—your camera can use the following battery types: – 2, 1.5 volt AA lithium batteries – 1, KODAK Lithium Battery KCRV3 * – 1, KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack, rechargeable in the Camera Dock * – 2, 1.2 volt AA Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, rechargeable * * These batteries can be purchased by visiting our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. -
Page 79: Tips, Safety, Maintenance
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. -
Page 80: Camera Accessories
Expand your capture options. Increase your picture storage. Or extend your battery life. For a full range of KODAK accessories, see your Kodak retailer or visit our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. Enables quick picture transfer, charges the included Battery Pack, and provides power to the camera Rechargeable with the KODAK Camera Dock only, the Battery Pack ensures you’ll always have fully powered... -
Page 81: Picture Storage Capacities
Use only certified cards that carry the CompactFlash logo. Locating Pictures on a Picture Card Pictures stored on a KODAK Picture Card use a standard agreed upon by many camera manufacturers. This allows you to use the Picture Card in different cameras. -
Page 82: Picture File Naming Conventions
If you use the Picture Card in a camera other than the DX3500 camera, and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file structure standard, the \DCIM folder contains a folder named by that camera. -
Page 83: File Naming Conventions After A Copy
DCP_0001. When the internal memory contains a picture named DCP_9999, the next picture taken is named with the lowest unused number. For example, if the internal memory contains DCP_0002, DCP_0004, and DCP_9999, the next picture taken is named DCP_0003. File Naming Conventions After a Copy Your camera maintains separate numbering sequences for the pictures in the internal memory, and for the pictures on the Picture Card. -
Page 84: Canadian Doc Statement
Chapter 10 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 85 about camera information picture information accessories adjusting LCD brightness picture quality resolution auto shutoff automatic flash powerdown printing batteries charging Battery Pack checking power level extending battery life guidelines loading loading Battery Pack low or exhausted replacement types safety tips with Camera Dock Battery Pack charging...
- Page 86 turning on and off Camera Connection Software about online help transferring pictures Camera Dock charging Battery docking camera installing insert package contents power connection specifications transferring pictures USB connection using Canadian compliance cap, lens caring for your camera changing picture location charging Battery Pack checking location setting checking picture location...
- Page 87 digital pictures, using digital zoom display brightness, adjusting display problems displaying slide show dock insert docking camera downloading pictures editing pictures error messages fax numbers, support FCC compliance file names in internal memory on Picture Card flash auto fill red-eye using folders, Picture Card formatting...
- Page 88 KODAK software Camera Connection getting help installing Picture Picture Transfer language, setting adjusting brightness battery symbol error messages picture location icon previewing pictures status bar viewing pictures on lens cap lens, cleaning light Camera Dock...
- Page 89 modes review setup still monitor, requirements navigating menus pictures NTSC, video out setting overview, camera menus package contents camera Camera Dock PAL, video out setting photo paper, purchasing Picture Card file name conventions file structure formatting inserting picture location problems purchasing Index removing...
- Page 90 LCD picture information protecting slide show running slide show safety selecting menus and options self-timer service and support fax numbers Kodak web site telephone numbers...
- Page 91 Index installing KODAK Camera Connection KODAK Picture KODAK Picture Transfer QUICKTIME specifications camera Camera Dock MACINTOSH system WINDOWS-based system status camera picture storage location...
- Page 92 Index pictures on computer video out, setting viewfinder light camera on status viewing camera information picture information viewing picture after taking before taking from internal memory magnified on Picture Card web site, Kodak WINDOWS installing software system requirements zoom, digital...
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