KODAK DC215 Zoom Digital Camera
User’s Guide
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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Preparing to Take Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Loading Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Turning the Camera On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Checking Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Inserting a Camera Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Removing a Camera Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setting the Clock on Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Adjusting the LCD Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Taking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Previewing a Picture Before it is Taken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Capturing a Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Zooming in on Your Subject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Photographing Close-Ups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Putting Yourself in the Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Viewing and Deleting the Picture Just Taken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Setting the Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Adjusting the Camera Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Locking in an Exposure Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Deleting the Picture Just Taken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3 Customizing Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Understanding Quality and Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Adjusting the Picture Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Adjusting the Picture Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adding a Template to Your Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Adding the Date to Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Selecting an Image File Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting a Quickview for Each Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Formatting Your Camera Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adjusting the Video Out Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Selecting a Language for the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Viewing Camera Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4 Reviewing Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Viewing Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Magnifying Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Selecting Pictures for Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cancelling Pictures for Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Deleting One or All of Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Running a Slide Show on Your Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5 Installing Your Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Windows-Based System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Macintosh System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Kodak Software for Windows-Based Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Software Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Kodak Software for Macintosh Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Software Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6 Connecting Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Connecting to a Windows-Based Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Connecting to a Macintosh Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Starting the Kodak Software for Windows-Based Computers . . . . . . . . . 44
Opening Mounter Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Opening Digital Access TWAIN Acquire Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Opening Camera Controls Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Starting the Kodak Software for Macintosh Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Opening Picture Transfer Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Opening Digital Access Plug-In Acquire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Copying Digital Access Files to the PlugIn Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Navigating to Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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7 Tips and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Connecting with Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Communicating with the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Adjusting Your Monitor for Better Viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Getting Better Results from Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
8 Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Software Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Faxed Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
9 Warranty and Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Warranty Time Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Warranty Repair Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Application Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
How to Obtain Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
FCC Compliance and Advisory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Canadian DOC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
10 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Original Camera Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Camera Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
General Maintenance and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Using Your Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Create Your Own Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
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1 Getting
Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a new KODAK DC215 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.
The possibilities are endless. Here is just a few examples of what you can
do with your camera:
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Take digital pictures in unbelievable detail, color, and sharpness.
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Transfer your pictures to a computer for instant editing,
enhancement, and placement into your document.
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E-mail your pictures in minutes to friends, family, and business
associates anywhere in the world.
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Print high-quality pictures at home using KODAK Inkjet Photo
Paper, or take your KODAK Picture Card to a
KODAK Picture Maker System and create photo-quality
enlargements with a touch of a button.
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Display your pictures to a large audience on a television or video
monitor.
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Preparing to Take Pictures
Before you start taking pictures with your camera, you first 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. A
Kodak-specified AC adapter is available as an accessory from a dealer of
Kodak products or from our Website at
http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories
Loading Batteries
Your camera comes with four AA batteries so you can start taking
pictures immediately. For information on guidelines for battery usage, see
page 66.
Turning the Camera On and Off
You turn the camera on and off using the Power switch, located on the
back of the camera.
1 Slide the Battery switch located on the side
of the camera to the right to unlock the
battery tray.
2 Slide the battery tray out of the camera.
3 Insert the batteries as indicated on the
battery tray.
4 Slide the battery tray into the camera until
it locks in place.
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To turn on the camera, slide the Power
switch to the right.
The green ready light next to the
viewfinder, and the Status Display on
top of the camera turn on.
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To turn off the camera, slide the Power
switch again to the right.
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Checking Batteries
So you are never caught with dead batteries, your camera indicates the
power level of the batteries in the form of a battery status symbol, which
appear in the Status Display when you turn on the camera. For
information on guidelines for battery usage, see page 66.
Since digital cameras are very demanding on batteries, keep extra sets of
batteries handy, or consider purchasing either a Kodak-specified AC
adapter or KODAK Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Charger with
KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries. Both are available as accessories
from a dealer of Kodak products, or from our Website at
http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
1 Set the Slider switch to Capture, Review,
or Preferences.
The battery status symbol is not visible if
you set the camera to Connect.
2 Turn on the camera.
3 Check the battery status symbol that
appears in the Status Display.
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Full—indicates batteries are charged
and ready to use.
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Low—indicates batteries are not fully
charged and will soon need to be
replaced or recharged.
q Exhausted (blinking)—indicates
batteries are too weak to power the
camera and need to be replaced.
The red ready light next to the
viewfinder comes on when the batteries
become exhausted.
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Inserting a Camera Memory Card
Your camera comes with a KODAK Picture Card (camera memory card),
that is used to store pictures taken 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. Before you start to take
pictures, insert a camera memory card into the camera. KODAK Picture
Cards are available as an accessory through a dealer of Kodak products or
from our Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Removing a Camera Memory Card
WARNING: Do not insert or eject a camera memory card
when the green ready light, located next to the viewfinder is
blinking. This may damage your pictures or camera. Use
only certified camera memory cards that carry the
CompactFlash logo.
1 Open the camera memory card door on
the camera.
2 Hold the camera memory card by the lip
so the connection end is pointed at the
camera, and the card label with the MB
size is facing the front of the camera.
The camera memory card can only be
inserted one way into the camera. Forcing
the card may damage your camera.
3 Push the camera memory card all the way
into the card slot and close the door.
1 Open the camera memory card door
on the camera.
2 Push the Eject button in the
direction of the arrow.
The camera memory card partially
slides out of the slot.
3 Remove the camera memory card
from the slot and close the door.
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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 22.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Date/Time screen appears. The default
date setting is 01/01/1997.
4 Use the buttons to adjust
the date and time fields.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The camera accepts the setting and returns to
the Preferences screen.
If you remove the batteries from the
camera for an extended period of time,
or the batteries become exhausted, you
may need to reset the clock.
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Adjusting the LCD Brightness
You can adjust the brightness level of the color LCD to suit your
particular needs.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The LCD Brightness screen appears.
4 Press a button to change the
LCD brightness level.
The brightness the of LCD changes as
you adjust the setting.
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If the LCD is too dark, increase (+) the
brightness number.
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If the LCD is too light, decrease (-) the
brightness number.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The camera accepts the setting and returns to
the Preferences screen.
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2 Taking
Pictures
Your DC215 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 DC215 camera you can:
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Preview the picture before it is taken.
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Zoom in up to two times closer on your subject.
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View the picture you just took.
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Vary the flash settings to give you control over the type of flash
needed for specific conditions.
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Adjust the camera to take close-up pictures.
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Set the Self-Timer so you can get into the picture.
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Adjust the exposure for pictures that are too light or too dark.
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Lock the exposure for a consistent look in all your pictures.
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Delete unwanted pictures right away.
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Previewing a Picture Before it is Taken
If you want to see what a picture looks like before you take it, you can
preview the image on the LCD on the back of your camera. The live
image that appears is helpful for framing your subject, especially when
using the Close-Up and Template features. When you use the Preview
feature, batteries are drained faster, so use a Kodak-specified AC adapter
when possible.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Capture.
2 Press the DO-IT button.
The LCD displays a live image with the icons
of activated camera features.
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Exposure Compensation—icon
appears in the LCD if you adjusted
the camera exposure. See page 14 for
details.
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Exposure Lock—icon appears in the
LCD if you locked the exposure. See
page 15 for details.
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Templates—icon appears in the LCD
if you selected a template. See page 21
for details.
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Date Stamp—appears in the LCD if
you turned on the date stamp. See
page 22 for details.
These icons also appear in the LCD when
Quickview is activated. See page 24 for
details.
3 To turn off Preview, press the
DO-IT button.
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Capturing a Picture
Taking pictures is a snap with your DC215 camera. You can take a picture
as close as 1.6 ft (0.5 m) in wide angle or 3.3 ft (1.0 m) in telephoto.
Zooming in on Your Subject
You can zoom from Wide Angle, which gives you more of the
surrounding area in pictures, to TelePhoto, which brings the subject up to
two times closer.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider
switch to Capture.
2 Center the subject using the guide
marks in the viewfinder, or turn on
Preview (page 8) and use the LCD to
frame your subject.
3 Press the Shutter button.
The green ready light blinks as the picture
is stored on the card. The Pictures
Remaining icon on the Status Display
changes.
If the amber indicator light next to the
viewfinder comes on, then the flash is
not fully charged. Wait for the flash to
charge before taking the picture.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider
switch to Capture.
2 Press the Zoom control.
When you look through the
viewfinder, the subject appears closer
as you press the T Zoom button, and
farther away as you press the
W Zoom button.
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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 8 in. (0.2 m) and sets the flash to
ensure detail and clarity. Since the viewfinder on the camera may not
accurately frame your picture in Close-Up, the Preview option is
automatically activated. For information on Preview, see page 8.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Capture.
2 Press the Close-Up button.
The Close-Up icon appears in the Status
Display as the LCD Preview feature shows a
live image.
When you use the Close-Up feature, the
zoom capabilities on the camera
are disabled.
3 Frame your subject using the LCD and
press the Shutter button to take the
picture.
4 To turn off Close-Up, press the
Close-Up button, or turn off
the camera.
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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.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Capture.
2 Press the Self-Timer button.
The Self-Timer icon appears in the
Status Display.
To cancel the Self-Timer before the
picture is taken, press the Self-Timer
button again or turn off the camera.
3 Place the camera on a flat, steady surface
or tripod.
4 Frame your subject in the viewfinder and
press the Shutter button.
The red Self-Timer light, located on the front
of the camera, turns on and stays lit for 8
seconds, then flashes for 2 additional seconds
just before the picture is taken.
The Self-Timer turns off when the picture
is taken.
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Viewing and Deleting the Picture Just Taken
You can view a picture seconds after it is taken with a touch of a button.
This is a convenient way to check if the picture you just took was
positioned correctly, and decide if you want to keep it or delete it to save
space on the camera memory card.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Capture.
2 Press the Shutter button to take a
picture.
3 Press the button.
The picture just taken appears in the LCD
for several seconds with the delete icon above
the button.
4 To delete the picture on the LCD, press
the button.
The LCD displays the Delete Picture screen.
5 Press a button until YES
is highlighted.
6 Press the DO-IT button.
The picture is permanently deleted from the
camera memory card.
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Setting the Flash
When taking pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows,
your pictures need flash. Your camera has five different flash options with
a range of 10 ft (3.0 m) to accommodate most picture-taking situations.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Capture.
2 Press the Flash button to scroll though
the flash options.
The Flash setting icon changes in the
Status Display.
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Auto—flash fires automatically when
needed. Ideal for everyday picture-
taking. This is the main flash setting.
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Fill—flash fires every time you take a
picture. Ideal for pictures outside
when your subject is in heavy shade.
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Red-Eye—flash fires once so the eyes
become accustomed to the flash, then
fires again when the picture is taken.
Ideal for pictures of people.
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Fill Red-Eye—combines both Fill and
Red-Eye flash features. Ideal for
outside pictures of people in heavy
shade where it is too bright for Auto
flash to work.
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Off—flash does not fire. Ideal for
taking pictures where flash is
prohibited, as in museums.
3 To return to the Auto setting, press the
Flash button, or turn off the camera.
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Adjusting the Camera Exposure
If your pictures seem too dark or too light, you can adjust the amount of
light allowed into the camera so your pictures are properly exposed.
These adjustments in lighting are called Exposure Compensation.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Capture.
2 Press the button.
The Exposure Compensation screen appears.
3 Press a button to change the
exposure number.
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If your pictures are too dark, increase
(+) the exposure number.
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If your pictures are too light, decrease
(-) the exposure number.
You can adjust the exposure numbers
from +2.0 to -2.0 in 0.5 increments. An
increase of 1.0 doubles the amount of light
allowed into the camera. A decrease of 1.0
reduces the amount of light allowed into
the camera by half.
4 Press the DO-IT button to accept the
exposure change.
The Exposure Compensation icon appears in
the LCD if Preview (page 9) or Quickview
(page 24) is activated.
5 To cancel Exposure Compensation, press
a button until 0.0 is highlighted,
then press the DO-IT button, or turn off
the camera.
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Locking in an Exposure Setting
If you are taking 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.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider
switch to Capture.
2 Press the button two times.
The Exposure Compensation screen
appears, followed by the Exposure Lock
screen.
3 Press a button until ON
is highlighted.
4 Press the DO-IT button.
The “Please take a picture to lock capture
settings” screen appears.
5 Center the area you want to lock the
exposure on in the viewfinder.
6 Press the Shutter button to lock in the
exposure setting.
The Exposure Lock icon appears in the
LCD if Preview (page 9) or Quickview
(page 24) are activated.
7 To cancel Exposure Lock, press
a button until OFF is
highlighted, then press the DO-IT
button, or turn off the camera.
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Deleting the Picture Just Taken
If you decide that you do not like a picture, you can delete it from the
camera memory card immediately after it is taken. For the Quick Delete
feature to work, the picture must be displayed on the LCD, so Quickview
needs to be activated. Once you delete the picture, it is permanently
removed from the camera memory card.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Capture.
2 Turn on Quickview (page 24).
3 Frame your subject in the viewfinder and
press the Shutter button.
The picture appears on the LCD with the
icon displayed above the button.
4 Press the button.
The Delete Picture screen appears.
5 Press a button until YES
is highlighted.
6 Press the DO-IT button.
The picture is permanently deleted from the
camera memory card.
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3 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. With the digital technology that is built into your
camera, you have the ability to set the camera for almost any picture
taking situation you may encounter. With the camera, you can:
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Frame your pictures with interesting templates supplied on the
camera memory card.
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Select specific picture quality and resolution settings to meet your
demanding picture-taking needs.
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Access camera information to view a complete history of your
cameras use.
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Adjust a language setting, so you can select the language with
which you are most comfortable working.
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Format other camera memory cards so they work in your camera.
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Understanding Quality and Resolution
Keep in mind that with your camera you are generally going to get
beautiful digital pictures. But based on two factors, resolution and
quality, some pictures will be of a higher quality than others.
Instead of film, the camera places your pictures on a camera memory
card. These pictures are made up of pixels. The more pixels you have
(or the better the resolution) the more space you use on the camera
memory card.
To save space, you can compress each picture with the Quality setting.
When a picture is compressed, some color and detail information is
discarded. More compression means a lower quality picture. Less
compression means a better quality picture.
Together, quality and resolution dictate how many pictures you can fit on
your camera memory card.
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If the quality of your pictures is most important, use the Best
Quality setting, which results in little compression, and the High
Resolution setting. You may want to do this if you are printing
your pictures on a high-quality printer.
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If space on your camera memory card is most important, use the
Good or Better quality setting, which results in more compression,
and the Standard Resolution setting. You may want to do this if
you are using your pictures in a Web page or are sending them
through e-mail.
Remember that resolution and quality are two different things.
Resolution is the number of pixels in the picture. Quality is how much
you compress them.
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Adjusting the Picture Quality
If you intend to make large prints, you can capture more detail in the
picture using the Best setting, but less room is available on the camera
memory card. For everyday pictures, use the Better setting, which gives
you more pictures and more storage space. If you need to take a large
number of pictures, or you are going to e-mail or use the pictures online,
use the Good setting.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Quality screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
).
4 Press a button until the Quality
option you want is highlighted.
q
Best—use for printing 5x7 pictures.
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Better—use for printing up to 4x6
pictures.
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Good—use for e-mailing pictures, or
using pictures online.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The Preferences screen reappears as the
Quality icon for the setting you selected
appears in the Status Display.
You can switch freely among these three
settings when taking pictures.
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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.
With this setting, more information is captured, but fewer pictures fit on
the camera memory card.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the icon
is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Resolution screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
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4 Press a button until the
Resolution option you want
is highlighted.
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High—picture size is 1152 x 864
pixels. Use this setting when you are
going to print your pictures
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Standard—picture size is 640 x 480
pixels. Use this setting for printing
small prints, for e-mail, or for use
online.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The Preferences screen reappears as the
Resolution icon appears in the
Status Display.
You can switch freely between these two
settings when taking pictures.
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Adding a Template to Your Picture
You can enhance and personalize your pictures by adding a custom
template supplied on your camera memory card. Once the picture is
taken with the Template feature, the template cannot be removed.
You also have the ability to create and add your own templates to a
camera memory card. For more information, see “Creating Your Own
Templates” on page 68 or the ReadMe file.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the icon
is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Templates screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
).
4 Press a button until the Template
option you want is highlighted.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The Preferences screen reappears.
The next time you take a picture, the
template icon appears on the LCD if
Quickview (page 24) is turned on, or if in
Review (page 30).
6 To cancel Template, press
a button until No Template is
highlighted, then press the DO-IT
button.
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Adding the Date to Your Pictures
Your camera can the record the date and time directly on your picture
using the Date Stamp feature. In order for the feature to imprint the
correct date and time, you need to set the camera clock. See page 5 for
details. Once a picture is taken with the date stamp, the date stamp
cannot be removed.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Date Stamp screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
).
4 Press a button until the Date
Stamp option you want is highlighted.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The Preferences screen reappears.
The next time you take a picture the date
is imprinted in the lower right-hand
corner of the picture. The Date Stamp
icon appears on the LCD if Quickview
(page 24) or Preview (page 9) is turned
on.
6 To turn off Date Stamp, press
a button until OFF is highlighted,
then press the DO-IT button.
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Selecting an Image File Type
The digital pictures you take with your camera are stored in an image file
format that you select from the camera. The JPEG file format can be used
with most software you use with your computer. The FlashPix file format
is not as compatible as JPEG, but it is quicker and easier to use if you plan
on editing your pictures.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The File Format screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
).
4 Press a button until the option
you want is highlighted.
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FLASHPIX—ideal for displaying
and printing. Need compatible
software application.
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JPEG—ideal for compatibility with
different software applications. This
is the main setting.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The Preferences screen reappears.
You can switch freely between these
two settings.
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Setting a Quickview for Each Picture
You can set your camera so the pictures automatically appear in the LCD
each time you take a picture. With Quickview activated, you have the
choice to keep pictures you want, or delete the ones you do not want in
order to save space on the camera memory card.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Quickview screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
).
4 Press a button until ON
is highlighted.
5 Press the DO-IT button.
The Preferences screen reappears.
The next time you take a picture, it will
appear on the LCD with the icons of
activated features.
6 To turn off Quickview, press a
button on the Quickview screen
until OFF is highlighted, then press the
DO-IT button.
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Formatting Your Camera Memory Card
If you own camera memory cards that have been used in other digital
cameras, the cards may not be properly formatted for use in your DC215
camera, or the data on the cards may have become corrupted. When these
issues arise, your camera indicates that the camera memory card needs to
be formatted.
When you format a camera memory card, all of the information on the
card is erased. This includes any templates supplied on the card.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the icon
is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Format Memory Card screen appears.
4 Press a button until CONTINUE
FORMAT is highlighted.
5 Press the DO-IT button to format the
camera memory card and return to the
Preferences screen.
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Adjusting the Video Out Signal
You can set your camera to be 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 35.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Video Out screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
).
4 Press a button until the video out
option you want is highlighted.
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NTSC—used in most countries
except Europe. The United States
uses NTSC.
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PAL—used in European countries.
5 Press the DO-IT button to accept the
change and return to the Preferences
screen.
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Selecting a Language for the Camera
You can select from many different language interfaces for your camera.
Once you select a language, the text changes on the camera to reflect that
language.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Language screen appears. The current
setting is checked (
ä
).
4 Press a button until the language
you want is highlighted.
The Preferences screen reappears.
5 Press the DO-IT button to accept the
changes and return to the Preferences
screen.
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Viewing Camera Information
You can look up the amount of use the camera is getting, as well as verify
the firmware version in the camera.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Preferences.
The Preferences screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The About this camera screen appears.
The information that appears is
view-only and cannot be changed.
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Firmware Version—displays the
latest firmware version loaded into
the camera.
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# Images Captured—displays the
total number of pictures taken with
the camera.
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# Flash Fired—displays the total
number of times the flash fired in
the camera.
4 Press the DO-IT button to return to the
Preferences screen.
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4 Reviewing Your
Pictures
Now that you have taken pictures with your camera, it is time to take a
look at them by setting the camera to Camera Review. With the DC215
camera, you can:
q
View your pictures.
q
Magnify the picture to check the detail.
q
Select specific pictures and quantities to be printed.
q
Delete unwanted pictures to free up space on the camera
memory card.
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Display and run a slide show from the camera to your television.
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Viewing Your Pictures
There are two ways to review the pictures in your camera. Use the
Overlay feature, which displays a filmstrip of up to three thumbnail-size
pictures at a time, or turn off Overlay and view each picture individually
in full LCD size.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Review.
The Review screen appears with the Overlay
feature activated.
2 Use the buttons to scroll through
the filmstrip.
The picture on the filmstrip appears in the
LCD with the frame number. The memory
bar and picture locator needle moves as you
advance through the pictures.
The memory bar indicates the amount of
space on the camera memory card. The
dark section represents the portion of the
card that is filled, while the needle
locator shows the position of picture on
the card.
3 To fast scroll, press and hold a
button.
4 To view Full LCD size, press the
DO-IT button.
5 Use the buttons to scroll through
the pictures.
6 To exit Full LCD view, press the
DO-IT button.
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Magnifying Your Pictures
If you want 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.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Review.
The Review screen appears.
2 Press a button until the picture you
want to magnify is highlighted on
the filmstrip.
The picture appears in the LCD viewing area.
3 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
4 Press the DO-IT button.
The LCD displays a magnified view of the
picture in the LCD.
5 Use the and buttons to
scroll to different parts of the picture.
6 To exit Magnify, press the DO-IT button.
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Selecting Pictures for Printing
With the Print Order feature, you can scroll through and select certain
pictures on the camera memory card for printing to a KODAK Picture
Maker System. Certain printers that accept camera memory cards can
also use the Print Order feature.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Review.
The Review screen appears.
2 Press a button until the
icon is highlighted.
3 Press the DO-IT button.
The Print Order screen appears.
4 Press a button until the picture you
want is highlighted on the filmstrip.
5 Press a button until the Print
Order option you want is highlighted.
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CURRENT PICTURE or EDIT
PICTURE—marks the picture
currently selected on the filmstrip.
q
EXIT—returns you to the
Review screen.
q
ALL PICTURES or EDIT ALL—
marks all of the pictures on the
camera memory card.
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INDEX PRINT or EDIT INDEX
PRINT—prints thumbnails of all the
pictures on the camera memory card.
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Cancelling Pictures for Printing
You can go back and cancel individual pictures or the entire print order.
6 Press the DO-IT button.
The Copies screen appears unless you
selected the Index Print option, which
returns you to the Review screen.
7 Press a button until the desired
number of prints you want appears.
8 Press the DO-IT button.
The print order is accepted and the Print
Order icon appears in the LCD of each
picture marked for printing. The main Print
Order screen reappears.
9 To exit Print Order, highlight EXIT, then
press the DO-IT button.
1 Press a button until the Print
Order option you want is highlighted.
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CANCEL CURRENT—cancels the
print order for the selected picture.
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EXIT—returns you to the
Review screen.
q
CANCEL PRINT ORDER—cancels
all the print orders for the pictures.
q
CANCEL INDEX PRINT—cancels
the print order for the index print.
2 Press the DO-IT button.
The print order is cancelled and the Print
Order icon is removed. The main Print Order
screen reappears.
3 To exit Print Order, highlight EXIT, then
press the DO-IT button.
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Deleting One or All of Your Pictures
If you decide that you do not want the pictures 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.
1 With the camera on, set the Slider switch
to Review.
The Review screen appears.
2 Press a button until the picture you
want to delete is selected.
3 Press a button until the icon
is highlighted.
4 Press the DO-IT button.
The Delete screen appears.
5 Press a button until the Delete
option you want is highlighted.
q
PICTURE—deletes the selected
picture from the camera memory card.
q
EXIT—returns you to the Review
screen without deleting the picture(s).
q
ALL PICTURES—deletes all of the
pictures on the camera memory card.
6 Press the DO-IT button.
The picture(s) are deleted from the camera
memory card.
7 To exit Delete, highlight EXIT, then press
the DO-IT button.
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Running a Slide Show on Your Television
You can show your pictures to a large audience by connecting your
camera to a television and running a slide show of the pictures stored on
the camera memory card. To conserve batteries, use a Kodak-specified
AC adapter.
1 Turn off your television and camera.
2 Insert the video cable into the video-out
port on the side of your camera, and
connect the other end of the video cable
to the video-in port on the television.
3 Set the Slider switch to Review.
4 Turn on the camera and television.
5 Set the television to the correct channel
setting.
The pictures appear on the television.
You may need to adjust the camera Video
Out setting to NTSC or PAL television
signals. See page 26 for details.
6 To scroll through the pictures on the
television, press the buttons.
7 Press the DO-IT button to start the
slide show.
The pictures changes every five seconds for a
period of five minutes, unless you are using
an AC adapter, in which case it runs
indefinitely.
8 To stop Slide Show, press the
DO-IT button.
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5 Installing Your
Software
The KODAK DC215 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 camera memory
card. Information on using the software can be found in the online help
supplied with each software application.
Windows-Based System Requirements
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Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
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Personal computer with Pentium 90-MHz microprocessor
(minimum) with CD-ROM drive.
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Color display monitor with 256 color (thousands of colors
recommended).
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16 MB or more of available RAM for Windows 95 and Windows 98.
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32 MB or more of available RAM for Windows NT 4.0 or greater.
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60 MB of hard disk space available.
q
Available serial port, (USB port on Windows 98 for a CF card
reader available in some camera outfits) or CF card reader.
Macintosh System Requirements
q
PowerPC-equipped Macintosh-compatible computer, with
CD-ROM drive.
q
System 7.6.1 or later.
q Color display monitor with 265 color (thousands of colors
recommended).
q 16 MB or more of available RAM.
q 60 MB of hard disk space available.
q Available serial port, (USB port for a CF card reader available in
some camera outfits) or CF card reader.
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Kodak Software for Windows-Based Computers
There are three Kodak software applications supplied with the DC215
camera for use on a Windows-based computer. They are:
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KODAK DC215 Camera Mounter Software (Mounter)—provides
an easy way to view pictures from the camera memory card and
copy them to your computer.
q
KODAK DC215 Digital Access Software (TWAIN Acquire)—
provides a quick way to view and copy pictures from the camera
memory card to a TWAIN-compliant host software program, such
as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe.
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KODAK DC215 Camera Controls Software (Camera Controls)—
lets you change camera, capture, and communications settings
from the computer.
Software Overview
A brief overview of the software is listed below. Information on the
software is available in the online help for each application.
Feature Mounter
TWAIN
Acquire
Camera
Controls
View thumbnail images
✔✔
Transfer pictures
✔✔
Display picture information
✔✔
Open pictures on hard drive
✔
Access Camera Controls
✔✔✔
Take a picture
✔
Delete pictures
✔✔
Format camera memory card
✔✔
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Kodak Software for Macintosh Computers
There are two Kodak software applications supplied with the DC215
camera for use on a Macintosh System. They are:
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KODAK DC215 Picture Transfer Application (Picture Transfer)—
provides an easy way to view pictures from the camera memory
card and copy them to your computer.
q
KODAK DC215 Digital Access Software (Plug-In Acquire)—
provides a quick way to view and copy pictures from the camera
memory card to a Plug-In Acquire host application, such as
ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe.
Software Overview
A brief overview of the software is listed below. Information on the
software is available in the online help for each application.
Feature
Picture
Tra ns fe r
Plug-In
Acquire
View thumbnail images
✔✔
Transfer pictures
✔✔
Display picture information
✔✔
Change camera settings
✔
Take a picture
✔
Change camera Capture settings
✔
Delete pictures
✔✔
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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.
1 Close all other software programs before starting the Installer.
On Windows 95/Windows 98—press Crtl+Alt+Delete to bring up the
Close Program window. End Task all items listed except for Explorer
and Systray. This includes any antivirus applications.
On Windows NT—press Crtl+Alt+Delete to bring up the Windows
NT Security dialog box. Click on Task Manager. End Task all items
running in the Applications tab. Click on the Processes tab and End
Process all items running except for Explorer and Systray. This
includes any antivirus applications.
If you are not sure which applications to shut down, consult the
computer or software manufacturer for details.
On a Macintosh computer—click on the Finder icon in the upper
right corner of the screen. Exit out of all applications except for Finder,
then go to the Extension Manager and shut down all extensions except
for MAC/CDROM. You will need to turn on those extensions and
restart your computer when the software installation is complete.
2 Place the Installer CD into the CD-ROM drive.
3 Load the software.
On a Windows-based computer—if Auto Play is enabled, the first
install window automatically appears. If the first install window does
not automatically appear, choose Run from the Start menu. In the Run
dialog box, type the drive letter that contains the CD and type
\setup.exe. For example: d:\setup.exe
On a Macintosh computer—double-click the Installer icon.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
5 If prompted, restart the computer when the software installation
is complete.
Information on all the Kodak software is included in the ReadMe file or
the online help for each application.
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Your Camera
In order for you to transfer pictures taken with your camera, you first
need to connect the camera to your computer. The camera can
communicate with your computer using:
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RS-232 serial cable connection for Windows-based computers.
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Serial cable or adapter plug for Macintosh computers.
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CF card reader (available in some camera outfits). CF card readers
provide a fast and easy alternative to serial cable connections. If
you do not have a CF card reader, you can purchase one as an
accessory. For details about available accessories, ask a dealer of
Kodak products, or from our Website at
http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Once the camera is connected to a computer and the software is installed,
you are ready to transfer pictures from the camera to your computer.
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Connecting to a Windows-Based Computer
An RS-232 serial cable is provided so you can connect your camera to a
Windows-based computer. When connecting the camera, it is a good idea
to use a Kodak-specified AC adapter. For details about available
accessories, ask a dealer of Kodak products, or from our Website at
http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
1 Set the Slider switch to Connect.
2 Plug the appropriate end of the serial
cable into an available 9-pin serial port on
the computer.
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.
3 Open the serial port door on the side of
the camera.
4 Plug the other end of the serial cable into
the camera serial port.
5 Turn on the camera.
If you get a message on your computer
stating that you are not connected, refer to
the Serial.PDF document installed with
the software, or the online help for
troubleshooting information.
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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 you can connect your camera
through a serial port on a Macintosh computer. When connecting the
camera, it is a good idea to use a Kodak-specified AC adapter. For details
about available accessories, ask a dealer of Kodak products, or from our
Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
1 Set the Slider switch to Connect.
2 Connect the serial port adapter plug into
the 9-pin end of the serial cable.
3 Plug the adapter end of the serial cable
into an available serial port on the back of
the computer.
If your camera came with a serial cable for
a Macintosh computer instead of the
serial adapter plug, connect the
appropriate end of the serial cable into an
available serial port on the back of
the computer.
Serial ports on Macintosh computers are
usually referred to as modem or
printer ports.
If the ports are not labeled, see your
computer User’s Guide for a diagram that
illustrates all of the external ports.
4 Open the serial port door on the side of
the camera.
5 Plug the other end of the serial cable into
the camera serial port.
6 Turn on the camera.
If you get a message on your computer
stating that you are not connected, refer to
the Connect.PDF document installed with
the software, or the online help for
troubleshooting information.
Review
Capture
Connect
Preferences
POWER
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Starting the Kodak Software for Windows-Based
Computers
With the camera connected to your computer, you are now ready to open
and use the software that you installed in Chapter 5. Information on
using the software can be found in the online help supplied with each
software application.
Opening Mounter Software
This application provides an easy way to view and copy pictures from the
camera memory card to your computer.
1 Double-click on the My Computer icon.
The My Computer window appears.
2 Double-click on the Camera icon.
The Camera Memory Card window appears listing individual files.
Opening Digital Access TWAIN Acquire Software
This application provides a quick way to view and copy pictures from the
camera memory card to a TWAIN-compliant host software program, such
as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe.
1 Open a TWAIN-compliant application, such as ADOBE Photoshop or
ADOBE PhotoDeluxe.
2 Choose File –> TWAIN Source.
3 Select the KODAK DC215 Digital Access Software (TWAIN Acquire).
4 Choose File –> TWAIN Acquire.
The main Digital Access window appears.
Opening Camera Controls Software
This application provides the ability to control camera, capture, and
communications settings from the computer.
Double-click on the Camera Control icon on the desktop.
The main Camera Controls window appears.
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Starting the Kodak Software for Macintosh Computers
With the camera connected to your computer, you are now ready to open
and use the software that you installed in Chapter 5. Information on
using the software can be found in the online help supplied with each
software application.
Opening Picture Transfer Application
This application provides an easy way to view and copy pictures from the
camera memory card to your computer.
1 In the KODAK DC215 folder, double-click on the Picture Transfer
Application folder.
The Picture Transfer icon appears.
2 Double-click on the Picture Transfer icon.
The main Picture Transfer window appears.
Opening Digital Access Plug-In Acquire
This application provides a quick way to view and copy pictures from the
camera memory card to a Plug-In Acquire host application, such as
ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe.
1 Open a Plug-In-compliant application, such as ADOBE Photoshop or
ADOBE PhotoDeluxe.
2 Choose File –> Acquire –> KODAK DC215 Acquire.
The main Digital Access window appears.
Copying Digital Access Files to the PlugIn Folder
When you use Digital Access software with an application for the first
time, you must place an alias to the Digital Access PlugIn in the PlugIn
folder of the compatible software application.
1 Double-click the KODAK DC215 folder on your hard drive.
2 Double-click the DC215 PlugIn folder.
3 Click the DC215 PlugIn to select it.
4 Choose File->Make Alias to create an alias in the DC215 PlugIn folder.
5 Open the PlugIn folder for the compatible software application and
drag the DC215 PlugIn alias to the PlugIn folder.
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Navigating to Your Pictures
Pictures are stored on the camera memory card according to a standard
agreed upon by many camera manufacturers. This standard allows you
to use the camera memory card in different cameras.
Each Kodak application supplied on the Installer CD guides you to your
pictures on the camera memory card; however, if you use a card reader to
retrieve your pictures or you cannot locate your pictures using the
software provided, the following description of the camera file structure
may be helpful.
q
Root level folder is named \DCIM. Each time you turn on the
camera or insert a camera memory card, any empty folders within
the \DCIM folder are removed.
q
Typically, all pictures taken with the DC215 camera are stored in
the \DCIM\100DC215 folder.
q
Pictures are numbered in the order in which they are taken. The
first picture in the \DCIM\100DC215 folder is DCP_0001.JPG for
JPEG, or DCP_0001.FPX for FlashPix.
q
When you transfer pictures to the computer or delete pictures from
the camera memory card, the camera uses consecutive numbers for
subsequent pictures. For example, if the last picture taken was
DCP_0007.JPG (or FPX), the next picture is
DCP_0008.JPG (or FPX).
q
When you insert the camera memory card into another DC215
camera, the next picture is derived by incrementing either the
highest existing picture number, or the highest picture number
previously taken by that camera.
Once you take picture DCP_9999.JPG in the \DCIM\100DC215 folder,
subsequent pictures will appear in a new folder (\DCIM\101DC215) on
the camera memory card, beginning with picture DCP_0001.JPG (or FPX).
If you use the camera memory card in a camera other than the DC215
camera, and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file structure
standard, the \DCIM folder will contain 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. For more
information, refer to the documentation that accompanied that camera.
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7 Tips and
Troubleshooting
There may be times when questions arise from 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 with Your Camera
If you are getting messages on your computer that state you are not
connected, refer to the PDF documents installed with the software, or the
online help for troubleshooting information. If you are connecting to a:
q
Windows-based Serial connection—refer to Serial.PDF
q
Macintosh computer—refer to Connect.PDF
Communicating with the Computer
If the camera cannot communicate with your computer you may need to
adjust the serial port and speed settings. If you are using a
Windows-based computer, the serial port and speed setting can be
adjusted using the KODAK DC215 Camera Controls Software, or the
KODAK DC215 Digital Access Software (TWAIN Acquire). If you are
using a Macintosh computer, the serial port and speed setting can be
adjusted using the KODAK DC215 Digital Access Software (Plug-In
Acquire), or the KODAK DC215 Picture Transfer Application.
Information on using these applications can be found in the online help
for each software application.
Adjusting Your Monitor for Better Viewing
Your monitor display settings may need to be adjusted to view pictures
from the camera. Refer to your computer User’s Guide for information on
how to adjust your monitor display settings.
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Getting Better Results from Your Printer
You may notice that the colors on your computer screen do not always
match those in your documents or prints. This is because monitors and
printers use different color systems.
You may be able to achieve more predictable results in your printed
documents by:
q
Improving the quality of your paper. Copier paper may not offer
the same results as coated paper or paper made especially for
inkjet printers.
q
Adjusting your printer software settings.
q
Using fresh ink cartridges. Do not use ink cartridges beyond their
life expectancy.
Remember these few tips when it comes time to print your document:
q
Color printing takes more time. More complex pictures increase
the printing and drying time.
q
Color printing is more memory intensive than black and white. If
your computer gives you an insufficient memory message, you
may need to close some applications, change some settings, or add
additional memory.
q
Color prints may not photocopy as clearly as black and white. If
you plan to photocopy documents, you should consider printing
the document in grayscale. This setting is usually changed from the
Print dialog box.
q
Resizing the picture to a smaller size or printing the picture on
glossy paper may increase the quality of the print.
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 images on your prints.
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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 DC215 folder.
Computer Monitor
Problem Cause Solution
The image on your monitor
is jagged or inappropriately
colored.
Monitor is not set
correctly.
Adjust your monitor
display settings.
See page 47.
Memory Card
Problem Cause Solution
The camera does not
recognize your camera
memory card.
The camera memory
card may not be
CompactFlash
certified.
Purchase a certified
CompactFlash
camera memory
card. See page 4.
The camera memory
card may be corrupt
or formatted for use
in other digital
cameras.
Reformat the
camera memory
card. See page 25.
Camera memory
card is not inserted
in camera.
Insert a camera
memory card. See
page 4.
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Camera Communications
Problem Cause Solution
Computer cannot
communicate with the
camera.
Camera power is
off.
Turn on the camera.
See page 2.
The Slider switch is
not set to Connect.
Set the Slider switch
to Connect.
Some Advanced
Power Management
utilities on laptops
can turn off ports to
save battery life.
See the Power
Management
section of your
laptop User’s Guide
to disable this
feature.
Conflict with
another serial
device, such as a
modem or PDA
Refer to the serial
communication or
corresponding
section of your
computer modem,
PDA, and/or
operating system
User’s Guide.
Camera is not
connected to serial
cable, or cable is not
connected to the
computer serial
port.
Connect serial cable
to camera and
computer port. See
page 41.
Port settings in
software may be set
to the incorrect
COM port.
Change the COM
port settings to
Auto-Search or to a
specific COM port.
See the online help.
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Camera
Problem Cause Solution
Ready light does not turn
on and the camera does not
work.
Batteries are low or
dead.
Batteries need to be
replaced. See page 2.
Camera is not
turned on.
Turn on the camera.
See page 2.
Red ready light comes on
and camera does not take a
picture.
Batteries are low. Batteries need to be
replaced. See page 2.
Camera memory
card is full
Transfer pictures to
your computer,
delete pictures on
the card (see page
34), or insert a card
with available
memory. See page 4.
Amber ready light comes
on.
Flash is not charged. Wait for the flash to
charge.
Green ready light is
blinking and camera does
not take a picture
Picture is being
processed and saved
to camera memory
card.
Wait for the picture
to complete
processing.
SHUTTER button does not
work.
Camera is not
turned on.
Turn on the camera.
See page 2.
Slider switch is not
set to Capture.
Set the Slider switch
to Capture.
Ready light is
blinking. Camera is
processing picture.
Wait until Ready
light stops blinking
before attempting to
take another picture.
The Status Display
reads Full. The
camera memory
card is full.
Transfer pictures to
your computer,
delete pictures on
the card (see page
34), or insert a card
with available
memory. See page 4.
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Camera
Problem Cause Solution
Part of the picture is
missing.
Something was
blocking the lens
when the picture
was taken.
Keep hands, fingers,
or other objects
away from the lens
when taking
pictures.
Your eye or the
picture was not
centered correctly in
the viewfinder.
Leave space around
subject when
centering picture in
viewfinder.
Camera Close-Up is
activated without
using Preview.
Activate Preview
when using the
Close-Up feature.
See page 10.
Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or
did not function.
Turn on the flash.
See page 13.
The subject is too far
away for the flash to
have an effect.
Move so there is no
more than 10 ft
(3.0 m) between the
camera and the
subject.
The subject is in
front of a bright
light.
Change your
position so the light
is not behind the
subject.
The Exposure
Compensation is set
incorrectly.
Increase the
Exposure
Compensation. See
page 14.
Camera does not turn on. Batteries are not
properly installed.
Remove and
reinstall the
batteries. See page 2.
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Camera
Problem Cause Solution
Picture is too light. The flash is not
needed.
Change to Auto
flash. See page 13.
The subject is too
close when the flash
was used.
Move so there is at
least 1.6 ft (0.5 m)
between the camera
and the subject.
The light sensor is
covered.
Hold the camera so
your hands or other
objects do not cover
the light sensor.
The Exposure
Compensation is set
incorrectly.
Decrease the
Exposure
Compensation. See
page 14.
Stored pictures are
damaged.
The camera memory
card was removed
when the Ready
light was blinking.
Make sure the
Ready light is not
blinking before
removing the card.
Pictures remaining number
does not decrease after
taking a picture.
Image Resolution
and Quality settings
do not take up
sufficient space to
decrease the picture
remaining number.
The camera is
operating normally.
Continue taking
pictures.
Picture is not clear. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens. See
page 65.
Subject too close
when taking picture
Stand at least 1.6 ft
(0.5 m) in wide
angle, 3.3 ft (1 m) in
telephoto.
Subject or the
camera moved
while the picture
was taken.
Hold camera steady
until the picture is
taken.
The subject is too far
away for the flash to
be effective.
Move so the subject
is less than 10 ft
(3.0 m) away.
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LCD Messages
Message Cause Solution
Memory Card is Full. Memory card is full
and cannot hold
additional pictures
Transfer pictures to
a computer, delete
pictures on the card
(see page 34), or
insert a card with
available memory
(see page 4).
No Memory Card
Available.
There is no memory
card inserted in the
camera.
Insert a memory
card into the
camera. See page 4.
Memory Card is
Corrupted/Unreadable.
Memory card is
corrupted.
Insert a new (see
page 4) or reformat
the memory card
(see page 25).
Camera needs service. The camera is
malfunctioning.
Have the camera
serviced.
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8 Where to
Get Help
If you need help with your camera, it is available from a number of
resources:
Software Help
Help with any software packaged with your camera can be obtained
from the online help, or by contacting the manufacturer.
Online Services
Contact Kodak via:
Faxed Information
Kodak offers automated support by fax:
q
Chapter 7 “Tips and
Troubleshooting”
q
Place of purchase
q
Software’s manufacturer
q
World Wide Web
q
Product information by fax
q
Technical support
q
World Wide Web http://www.kodak.com
(click on Service and Support)
q
America Online (keyword) KODAK
q
CompuServe GO KODAK
q U.S. and Canada 1-800-295-5531
q Europe 44-0-131-458-6962
q U.K. 44-0-131-458-6962
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Customer Support
If you have questions concerning the operation of Kodak software or the
camera, you may speak directly to a customer support representative.
Have the camera connected to your computer, its serial number ready,
and be at your computer when you call. Also have ready a description of
the problem with the exact error message along with information about
the type of computer, amount of RAM, and the software being used.
q
U.S. and Canada—call toll free, 1-888-375-6325, between the hours
of 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) Monday
through Friday.
q
Europe—call the Kodak Digital Imaging Support Centre toll free
number associated with your location, or the U.K. toll line,
44-0-131-458-6714, between the hours of 09.00 and 17.00 (GMT/
CET) Monday through Friday.
q
Outside the U.S., Canada, and Europe—call the number on the
following pages that is associated with your location.
Country Help number Fax
Argentina 54-1-808-300 54-1-808-3328
Australia 1-800-674-831 61-3-9353-2092
Austria 0179-567-357 44-0-131-458-6962
Belgium 02-713-14-45 44-0-131-458-6962
Brazil 0-800-15-0000 55-12-331-8571
Caribbean 78-7-757-5500 78-7-757-8760
Chile 56-2-697-2000 56-2-697-0310
China–Shanghai 8621-64720888 8621-64726582
China–Beijing 8610-63471155 8610-63475641
Colombia 57-1-629-0266 57-1-629-0673
Denmark 3-848-71-30 44-0-131-458-6962
Dominican Republic 809-563-1252 809-563-1264
Egypt 20-2-394-2205 20-2-393-1119
Eire 01-407-3054 44-0-131-458-6962
France 01-55-1740-77 44-0-131-458-6962
Finland 0800-117056 44-0-131-458-6962
Germany 069-5007-0035 44-0-131-458-6962
Greece 00800-44125605 44-0-131-458-6962
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Country Help number Fax
Hong Kong 852-2564-9777 852-2564-9753
Hungary 36-1-269-71-17 36-1-269-71-13
India 91-22-617-5823 91-22-617-6004
Ireland 1-800-409391 44-0-131-458-6962
Italy 02-696-334-52 44-0-131-458-6962
Japan 81-3-5488-2390 81-3-5488-4512
Korea 82-2-708-5400 82-2-708-5500
Latin America 1-305-267-4700 1-305-267-4780
Lebanon 961-1-883822 961-1-881726
Malaysia 60-3-757-2722 60-3-755-5919
Mexico 52-5-449-4300 52-5-449-4400
Middle East 971-4-444-910 971-4-447-059
Netherlands 020-346-9372 44-0-131-458-6962
New Zealand 0800-500-135 64-9-302-8637
Norway 23-16-21-33 44-0-131-458-6962
Panama 52-3-678-6200 52-3-678-6210
Peru 51-1-224-8610 51-1-224-8605
Philippines 63-2-810-0331 63-2-816-6718
Portugal 351-1-4149-500 351-14194-321
Russia 7-095-929-9166 7-095-929-9170
Singapore 65-470-9875 65-479-8397
South Africa 27-11-804-2852 27-11-804-5013
Spain 91-749-76-53 44-0-131-458-6962
Sweden 08-587-704-21 44-0-131-458-6962
Switzerland 01-838-53-51 44-0-131-458-6962
Taiwan 886-2-893-8210 886-2-895-1069
Thailand 66-2-271-3040 66-2-279-5073
Turkey 90-216-342-3332 90-216-343-6743
U.K. 0870-2430270 44-0-131-458-6962
Uruguay 59-2-92-0473 59-2-92-1796
Venezuela 58-2-903-1111 58-2-943-2081
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9
9 Warranty and
Regulatory
Information
Warranty Time Period
Kodak warrants the KODAK DC215 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.
If the equipment does not function properly during the warranty period
due to defects in either materials or workmanship, Kodak will, at its
option, either repair or replace the equipment without charge, subject to
the conditions and limitations stated herein. Such repair service will
include all labor, as well as any necessary adjustments and/or
replacement parts.
If replacement parts are used in making repairs, these parts may be
remanufactured or may contain remanufactured materials. If it is
necessary to replace the entire system, it may be replaced with a
remanufactured system.
Kodak will also provide telephone assistance during the warranty period.
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Limitations
WARRANTY SERVICE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED WITHOUT DATED
PROOF OF PURCHASE. PLEASE RETURN THE WARRANTY
REGISTRATION CARD WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE.
THIS WARRANTY BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF YOU FAIL TO
PACK YOUR DC215 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; SERVICE OR PARTS TO CORRECT PROBLEMS
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF ATTACHMENTS, ACCESSORIES OR
ALTERATIONS NOT MARKETED BY KODAK; SERVICE REQUIRED
AS THE RESULT OF UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS OR
SERVICE; MISUSE, ABUSE; FAILURE TO FOLLOW KODAK’S
OPERATING, MAINTENANCE OR REPACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS;
OR FAILURE TO USE ITEMS SUPPLIED BY KODAK (SUCH AS
ADAPTERS AND CABLES).
KODAK MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
FOR THIS EQUIPMENT OR SOFTWARE.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE ARE KODAK’S
ONLY OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY. KODAK WILL NOT
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE,
OR IMPROPER FUNCTIONING OF THIS EQUIPMENT REGARDLESS
OF THE CAUSE. SUCH DAMAGES FOR WHICH KODAK WILL NOT
BE RESPONSIBLE INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF
REVENUE OR PROFIT, DOWNTIME COSTS, LOSS OF USE OF THE
EQUIPMENT, COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES
OR SERVICES, OR CLAIMS OF YOUR CUSTOMERS FOR SUCH
DAMAGES.
DEPENDING ON YOUR GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, SOME
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY.
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Application Support
For application specific support, contact your reseller, systems integrator,
software manufacturer, or dealer.
How to Obtain Service
Visit us on the Internet at http://www.kodak.com.
Please refer to the Chapter 8 “Where to Get Help” on page 55 for the
support number designated to your location.
When returning a camera for repair, pack the camera in the original
packaging materials. A problem report should also be enclosed with the
equipment. If the original packaging has been discarded or is not
available, packaging will be at the owner's expense.
Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in
writing by a Kodak company, no other warranty or liability exists beyond
the information contained above, even though defect, damage or loss
may be caused by negligence or other act.
To obtain warranty repair service contact your local Kodak service
representative. For assistance, refer to Chapter 8 “Where to Get Help” on
page 55 for information.
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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.
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.
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 following measures: 1) reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; 2)
increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver; 3)
connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected; 4) consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for additional suggestions.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment. Where shielded interface cables have been provided with the
product or specified additional components or accessories elsewhere
defined to be used with the installation of the product, they must be used
in order to ensure compliance with FCC regulation.
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.
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10 Appendix
This appendix serves as a resource for specific technical information and
care for your camera, and contains the following information:
q
Original default settings.
q
Specifications.
q
Care and maintenance.
q
Battery usage guidelines.
q
Creating Your Own Templates.
Original Camera Default Settings
Your camera is set to these values when you take the camera out of the
box for the first time.
Feature Setting
Flash Auto
Close-Up Off
Self-Timer Off
Preview Off
Quickview On
Exposure Compensation 0.0
Quality Best
Resolution High
Date Stamp Off
Exposure Lock Off
File Type JPEG
Templates Off
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Camera Specifications
Pixel Resolution CCD 1160 x 864=1.00 millions of pixels
(total number of pixels)
High 1152 x 864=995,328
Standard 640 x 480=307,200
Color 24-bit, millions of colors
Picture File Format JPEG or FlashPix
Picture Storage External memory only: ATA
compatible CompactFlash card
Viewfinder Real image
ASA/ISO Sensitivity 140
Flash Range Wide 1.6 ft to 9.84 ft (0.5 to 3.0 m)
TelePhoto 3.2 ft to 8.8 ft (1.0 to 2.7 m)
Lens Type Optical quality glass
Maximum
Aperture
Wide: F/4
TelePhoto: F/4.8
Zoom
2X Optical zoom
Focal Length 29 to 58 mm (equivalent to 35mm
camera)
4.4 to 8.8 mm (actual)
Focus Distance Wide: 1.6 ft (0.5 m) to infinity
TelePhoto: 3.28 ft (1.0 m) to infinity
Close-Up: 8 in. (0.2 m)
Power Batteries AA size 1.5-volt alkaline, or AA size
1.2-volt Ni-MH rechargeable
DC Input Kodak-specified AC adapter
Tripod Socket .25 in. (.006 m) threaded
Video Out NTSC or PAL
Dimensions Width 4.5 in. (115 mm)
Length 1.7 in. (43.3 mm)
Height 2.7 in. (67.5 mm)
Weight 10.6 oz. (303 g) without batteries
Operating Temperature 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C)
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General Maintenance and Safety
q
To keep from damaging your camera, avoid exposing it to moisture
and extreme temperatures.
q
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.
q
Do not allow any chemicals, such as suntan lotion to come into
contact with the painted surface of the camera.
q
Never disassemble or touch the inside of the camera. This could
result in electrical shock.
q
When using a tripod with the camera, do not over tighten the
screw to the camera. Damage to the camera may result.
q
If you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the camera,
immediately turn off the camera, wait a few minutes until the
camera cools, and then remove the batteries.
q
Clean the lens and back LCD screen:
Do not use cleaning solutions unless they are designed specifically
for camera lenses. Do not wipe the camera lens or LCD screen
with chemically treated eyeglass lens tissue as it may scratch
the lens.
1 Blow gently on the lens or LCD screen to remove dust and dirt.
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.
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Using Your Batteries
q
Kodak recommends KODAK PHOTOLIFE AA Alkaline Batteries,
or KODAK AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries for use in Kodak
digital cameras.
q
Remove the batteries when the camera is stored for extended
periods of time.
q
Always follow your battery manufacturer’s directions fully. Do not
attempt to disassemble, short circuit, or subject the battery to high
temperature or fire.
q
Your camera has been designed to operate correctly using a variety
of AA-size batteries currently available. These include 1.5-volt
alkaline and rechargeable 1.2-volt Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH).
q
Replace all batteries of a set at the same time. New batteries should
not be mixed with used ones. Do not mix rechargeable and
nonrechargeable batteries. Do not mix alkaline or Ni-MH types of
batteries. Do not mix different grades or brands of batteries. Failure
to observe this precaution may result in some batteries in a set
being driven beyond their normal exhaust point and increase their
possibility of leakage.
q
NOT ALL BATTERIES ARE CREATED EQUAL! Battery life
depends significantly on age, usage conditions, type, brand, and
camera. Digital camera requirements are very demanding on
batteries. Not all batteries perform well under these challenging
conditions. In Kodak lab tests, Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
delivered the outstanding results in a variety of conditions. Ni-MH
batteries are designed for high-demand devices, such as digital
cameras, and do not exhibit the “memory” effects seen with other
rechargeable technologies.
q
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 alkaline batteries. 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.
q When using your camera on battery power, we recommend you
limit continuous LCD Preview or Review to less than 10-minutes
per session. If you are using the camera for longer periods, it is
recommended that you do so with the camera powered by the
AC adapter.
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0
q
When disposing of batteries, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and all federal, state, and local regulations. Kodak
suggests customers take advantage of any community battery
recycling programs that may exist in your area. Contact your local
waste remover or recycler for details.
Caution Hot Surface
q
When removing batteries, allow to cool before touching, since the
batteries may be hot.
For charging Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries only, with a maximum
of 4 cells, and a maximum charge of 1450mAH.
Endast för att ladda Ni-Cd eller Ni-MH batterier, med maximalt
4 celler och en maximal laddning av 1450mAH.
Do not charge nonrechargeable batteries.
Återladda inte batterier som inte är laddningsbara.
Battery Charger Tips:
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Create Your Own Templates
You can personalize the pictures taken with your Kodak digital camera
using a graphic that you have created, or by using an existing graphic,
and adding it to your camera memory card. All you need is a computer
equipped with a CF card reader or a PCMCIA card slot. CF card readers
are available as an accessory from a dealer of Kodak products or from our
Website at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. Detailed
information on the Template Feature is available in the ReadMe file
supplied with your camera.
1 Create a template using your computer, or use an existing
graphic, and save it as a BMP file format.
Make sure the BMP file has a 640x480 pixel resolution with 256
colors or Index Color.
The area where the picture appears in the template needs to be
100% black.
2 Insert a camera memory card into the a CF card reader or
PCMCIA card slot on the computer.
3 Move the BMP file into the Template folder located in the root
directory on the memory card. If a Template folder does not
exist, you must create one.
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Index
A
adjusting
camera exposure 14
clock 5
date stamp 22
exposure compensation 14
flash 13
frames 21
language 27
LCD brightness 6
monitor 47
quality 19
resolution 20
templates 21
video out 26
appendix
battery guidelines 66
creating templates 68
factory default 63
maintenance 65
safety 65
specifications 64
auto flash 13
auto focus 9
B
bar, memory 30
batteries
checking 3
guidelines 66
loading 2
tips 66
best quality 19
better quality 19
brightness, LCD 6
buttons
close-up 10
flash 13
self-timer 11
shutter 9
T zoom 9
telephoto 9
W zoom 9
wide angle 9
zoom 9
C
camera language 27
camera memory card
formatting 25
inserting and removing 4
logo 4
camera specifications 64
cancelling print order 33
capturing a picture 9
card, camera memory
formatting 25
inserting and removing 4
logo 4
care 65
checking batteries 3
clock, setting 5
close-up 10
CompactFlash card
formatting 25
inserting and removing 4
logo 4
70
compliance, FCC 62
connecting
help 47
serial cable, Macintosh
computer 43
controls, zoom 9
creating templates 68
customer support number 56
D
date stamp 22
default
factory 63
deleting
all pictures 34
picture just taken 16
quick picture delete 12
E
exposure
compensation 14
lock 15
F
factory default 63
FCC compliance 62
files, navigating 46
fill flash 13
filmstrip 30
flash,types 13
focus, auto 9
formatting camera memory card
25
frames, adding to picture 21
G
good quality 19
guidelines, batteries 66
H
help
camera care 65
communicating with
computer 47
connecting 47
customer support numbers 56
fax 55
online service address 55
software 55
troubleshooting 49
warranty 59
high resolution 20
I
icon
battery 3
close-up 10
date stamp 22
delete 16, 34
exposure compensation 14
exposure lock 15
flash 13
format camera memory card
25
language 27
magnify 31
print order 32
quality 19
quickview 24
resolution 20
self-timer 11
slide show 35
template 21
video out 26
index print 32
installing software 40
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K
Kodak software
help 55
installing 40
Macintosh computers 39
starting 44
Windows-based computers 38
L
language, camera 27
launching the software 44
LCD brightness 6
loading batteries 2
locking an exposure 15
M
Macintosh system requirements 37
magnifying pictures 31
maintenance 65
memory bar 30
memory card, camera
formatting 25
inserting and removing 4
logo 4
monitor, adjusting 47
N
navigating to pictures 46
needle locator, pictures 30
NTSC 26
O
opening the software 44
ordering prints 32
P
PAL 26
photography
close-up 10
picture locator needle 30
pictures
cancelling for print 33
capturing 9
deleting 16
deleting all 34
magnifying 31
marking for print 33
previewing 8
quality 19
resolution 20
review 30
taking 9
viewing 12
preparing to take pictures 2
previewing pictures 8
print ordering 32
printing
cancel print order 33
index print 32
ordering 32
selecting pictures for 32
tips 48
proof sheet 32
Q
quality 19
quickview 24
R
red-eye reduction 13
regulatory information 62
repair coverage 59
resolution 20
reviewing pictures 30
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S
safety 65
self-timer 11
serial cable, connecting 47
Macintosh-based computer 43
service numbers 56
setting
clock 5
close-up 10
date stamp 22
delete all pictures 34
exposure compensation 14
exposure lock 15
frame 21
language 27
magnify 31
preview 8
print order 32
quality 19
quickview 24
resolution 20
review 30
self-timer 11
slide show 35
telephoto 9
template 21
video out 26
shutter button 9
slide show 35
software, Kodak
help 55
installing 40
Macintosh computers 39
starting 44
Windows-based computers 38
specifications, camera 64
stamp, date 22
standard resolution 20
starting software 44
support numbers 56
system requirements 37
T
taking a picture 9
telephoto setting 9
television, viewing pictures 35
templates
adding to picture 21
creating 68
thumbnails, viewing 30
tips
battery guidelines 66
creating templates 68
maintenance 65
monitor setting 47
printing 48
safety 65
troubleshooting 49
V
video out
port 35
signal 26
viewing
filmstrip 30
pictures on television 35
thumbnails 30
viewing pictures 12
W
warranty 59
wide angle 9
Windows system requirements 37
Z
zoom control 9
