Kodak EasyShare Z612 User's Manual

Kodak EasyShare Z612
zoom digital camera
User’s guide
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Product features
Front View
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Lens
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Grip
10 Self-Timer/AF Assist light
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Shutter button
11 Flash hood
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Flash button (
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Focus button (
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Drive button (
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Mode dial
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Mode-dial-indicator light
)
On/Off switch
12 Flash
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13 Strap post
14 Speaker
15 Microphone
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Back View
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LCD Screen
10 OK button (press)
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EVF/LCD toggle button
11 4-way
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EVF (Electronic Viewfinder)
12 Share button
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Zoom lever/Review magnifier 13 Menu button
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Jog dial
14 Delete button
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Info button
15 Slot for optional SD or MMC card
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Review button
16 Battery compartment
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USB, A/V Out
17 Tripod socket
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DC-In (3V)
18 Dock connector
button
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Table of contents
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1 Setting up your camera .........................................................................1
Attaching the lens cap and camera strap ....................................................... 1
Charging the battery ..................................................................................... 2
Loading the battery ....................................................................................... 2
Turning on the camera .................................................................................. 3
Setting the language and date/time, first time ............................................... 3
Setting the language and date/time, other times............................................ 4
Storing pictures on an SD or MMC card ......................................................... 4
2 Taking pictures and videos ....................................................................5
Taking a picture ............................................................................................ 5
Reviewing pictures and videos....................................................................... 9
Using optical zoom ..................................................................................... 12
Using the flip-up flash ................................................................................. 13
Protecting pictures and videos from deletion................................................ 14
Deleting pictures and videos........................................................................ 14
3 Transferring and printing pictures .......................................................15
Installing the software................................................................................. 15
Transferring pictures.................................................................................... 16
Printing pictures.......................................................................................... 17
Dock compatibility for your camera.............................................................. 20
4 Doing more with your camera .............................................................21
Picture-taking modes .................................................................................. 21
Changing the flash settings ......................................................................... 25
Using the focus button ................................................................................ 26
Using self-timer, burst, and exposure bracketing.......................................... 27
Using the histogram to view picture brightness............................................ 29
Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketing .............................. 29
PASM modes .............................................................................................. 30
Changing picture-taking settings ................................................................. 32
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Customizing your camera ............................................................................ 36
Viewing picture/video information ............................................................... 39
Copying pictures and videos ........................................................................ 40
Making a video action print or picture ......................................................... 41
Using Kodak Perfect Touch technology ........................................................ 43
Cropping pictures........................................................................................ 43
Running a slide show .................................................................................. 44
Pre-tagging for album names ...................................................................... 45
Sharing your pictures................................................................................... 48
5 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................54
Camera problems........................................................................................ 54
Computer/connectivity problems.................................................................. 56
Picture quality problems .............................................................................. 56
Mode-dial-light indicator status................................................................... 57
Direct printing (PictBridge) problems............................................................ 58
6 Getting help ........................................................................................59
Helpful links................................................................................................ 59
Telephone customer support ....................................................................... 60
7 Appendix .............................................................................................61
Camera specifications ................................................................................. 61
Storage capacities ....................................................................................... 65
Power-saving features................................................................................. 67
Important safety instructions ....................................................................... 68
Battery information ..................................................................................... 70
Upgrading your software and firmware........................................................ 71
Additional care and maintenance ................................................................ 71
Warranty..................................................................................................... 72
Regulatory compliance ................................................................................ 74
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Setting up your camera
Attaching the lens cap and camera strap
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Setting up your camera
Charging the battery
Charge the Li-Ion rechargeable battery before first use.
Red—charging
Green—complete
Approximately 3 hours
for full charge
You can also charge the battery using a Kodak EasyShare printer dock or camera
dock. Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or visit
www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories.
Loading the battery
battery-release tab
Li-Ion
(rechargeable)
CRV3 lithium
(non-rechargeable)
For more battery information, see page 70.
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Setting up your camera
Turning on the camera
Setting the language and date/time, first time
Language:
to choose
Move
a Language, then press OK.
Date & Time:
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2
Press OK.
to change.
for previous/next field.
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Press OK to accept.
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Setting up your camera
Setting the language and date/time, other times
1
Press Menu.
2
to highlight Setup Menu
then press OK.
to highlight Language
or Date/Time, then press OK.
3
,
If setting the date/time:
to change.
for previous/next field.
OK to accept.
Storing pictures on an SD or MMC card
Your camera has internal memory. You can purchase an SD or MMC card to
conveniently store more pictures and videos.
NOTE: When using the card for the first time, format it in this camera before taking pictures (see table on
page 36). We recommend Kodak SD or MMC cards.
1 Turn off the camera.
Notched corner
2
Insert card.
SD or MMC card (optional)
CAUTION:
A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause
damage.
See page 65 for storage capacities. Purchase SD or MMC cards at a dealer of Kodak
products or www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories.
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Taking pictures and videos
Taking a picture
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Press the Shutter
button halfway to set
the AF/AE (Auto Focus
/Auto Exposure).
EVF
2
or
LCD
AF/AE indicator:
Green–successful
Red–failed
failed focus
failed exposure
When the AF/AE
indicator turns green,
press the Shutter
button completely
down.
Taking a video
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3
EVF
2
or
LCD
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Press the Shutter
button completely
down and release.
To stop recording,
press and release the
Shutter button again.
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Taking pictures and videos
Capture modes in liveview
Focus mode
Date stamp
Camera mode
Album name
Flash Drive Picture
mode mode size Compression
Pictures/time remaining
Storage location
Zoom indicator
Low battery
Focus zone
Exposure metering
Framing marks
White balance
Image stabilizer
ISO
Aperture
Shutter speed
Flash compensation
Exposure compensation
Capture modes—shutter pressed halfway
Slow shutter speed warning
Low battery
AF/AE indicator:
Green–successful
Red–failed
failed focus
failed exposure
ISO
Aperture
Shutter speed
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Flash compensation
Exposure compensation
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Taking pictures and videos
Reviewing a quickview of the picture or
video just taken
After you take a picture or video, the EVF/LCD screen displays a quickview for
approximately 5 seconds. To view pictures and videos anytime, see page 9.
If you press
no buttons, the
picture/video is
saved.
Delete
Press OK to play/pause video.
to adjust the volume.
to rewind or fast forward.
Tag a picture/video for
email or as a favorite, or
tag a picture for print.
NOTE: You can change the Quickview default from On to Off in the Setup menu (page 36).
Viewing multi-up (thumbnails)
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2
Press Review.
(Press again to exit.)
Press
.
to view previous/
next picture or video.
NOTE: You can also press Menu, highlight
Multi-up, then press OK.
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4
Press OK to display a single view.
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Taking pictures and videos
Using the Auto-Focus (AF) framing marks (pictures)
When using the EVF/LCD screen as a viewfinder, framing marks indicate where the
camera is focusing. For the best pictures, the camera attempts to focus on foreground
subjects, even if the subjects are not centered in the scene.
1 Press the Shutter button halfway. When the framing marks turn green, focus is
accomplished.
Framing marks
2 If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject (or if the framing marks
disappear), release the Shutter button and recompose the scene.
3 Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture.
NOTE: Framing marks do not appear in Landscape, Night Landscape, or Video mode. When you use AF
Zone (see table on page 32) and set Center Zone, the framing marks are fixed at a center wide
location.
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Taking pictures and videos
Reviewing pictures and videos
Press Review to view and work with your pictures and videos.
Pictures
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Press Review.
(Press again to exit.)
2
View previous/next.
NOTE: Pictures taken at the 5.3 MP (3:2) quality setting are displayed at a 3:2 aspect ratio with a black bar
at the top and bottom of the screen.
Videos
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Press OK to play/pause.
2
During playback:
Adjust volume.
Playback forward at 2X
speed; press again for 4X.
Playback reverse at 2X
speed; press again for 4X.
During pause:
Rewind/forward by frame.
End video play.
To save battery power, use the optional Kodak EasyShare camera or printer dock, or
Kodak 3-volt AC adapter. (See www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories.)
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Taking pictures and videos
Identifying the review icons
Picture
Favorite tag
Print tag/number of prints
Email tag
Protect
Picture number
Image storage
location
Review mode
Album name
Scroll arrows
Video
Favorite tag
Email tag
Review mode
Album name
Video length
Protect
Video number
Image storage
location
Video controller
Scroll arrows
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Taking pictures and videos
Review options
In Review, press the Menu button to access review options for pictures and videos.
Some settings may be unavailable in some modes.
Album (page 45)
Slide Show (page 44)
Perfect Touch tech. (page 43)
Copy (page 40)
Crop (page 43)
Image Storage (see table on
page 32)
Make Picture (page 42)
Multi-up (page 7)
Action Print (page 41)
Setup Menu (page 36)
Protect (page 14)
Checking camera and picture status
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Press Review.
(Press again to exit.)
2
Repeatedly press
for:
• Status icons on
• Status icons off
• Histogram and
picture/video info
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Taking pictures and videos
Magnifying a picture during review
Use this feature to view the magnification of the picture.
to view other parts
of the picture.
Press OK to return to 1X.
Magnify 1X–8X.
Using optical zoom
Use optical zoom to get up to 12X closer to your subject. You can use optical zoom for
pictures and videos.
1 Use the EVF or LCD screen to frame your subject.
Zoom indicator
Optical
zoom
range
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Digital
zoom
range
2 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle
(W) to zoom out.
The Zoom indicator shows zoom status.
3 Press the Shutter button halfway to set the
exposure and focus, then press completely down
to take the picture. (When taking videos, press and
release the Shutter button.)
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Taking pictures and videos
Using advanced digital zoom
Use digital zoom in any Still mode to get up to an additional 4.2X magnification
beyond optical zoom. Combined zoom settings are from 12X to 50X.
1 Change the default setting from None to Continuous or Pause in the Setup menu,
page 36.
2 Press the Telephoto (T) button to the optical zoom limit (12X). Release the button,
then press it again to enter digital zoom range.
The Zoom indicator shows zoom status.
3 Take the picture or video.
NOTE: You cannot use digital zoom for video recording. You may notice decreased image quality when
using digital zoom for pictures. The blue slider on the zoom indicator pauses and turns red when the
picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) print.
Using the flip-up flash
Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows.
Make sure you are within the flash range.
When you press the Shutter
button halfway and flash is
needed, the flash
automatically opens.
Flash
Press the cover to close.
To change the flash settings, see page 25.
Flash-to-subject distance
Zoom position
Flash distance
Wide angle
1.6–15.4 ft (0.5–4.7 m) @ ISO, Auto
Telephoto
3.9–8.9 ft (1.2–2.7 m) @ ISO, Auto
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Protecting pictures and videos from deletion
1 Press the Review button. (Press again to exit.)
2 Press
for previous/next.
3 Press the Menu button.
4 Press
to highlight Protect, then press the OK button.
5 To remove protection, press the OK button again.
6 Press the Menu button to exit.
The picture or video is protected and cannot be deleted. The Protect icon appears with
the protected picture or video.
CAUTION:
Formatting internal memory or an SD or MMC card deletes all
(including protected) pictures, videos. (Formatting internal
memory also deletes email addresses, album names, and
favorites. To restore them, see EasyShare software Help.)
Deleting pictures and videos
1 Press the Review button. (Press again to exit.)
2 Press
for previous/next.
3 Press the Delete button.
4 Follow the screen prompts.
PICTURE or VIDEO—deletes the displayed picture or video.
EXIT—exits the Delete screen.
ALL—deletes all pictures and videos from your current storage location.
NOTE: To delete protected pictures and videos, remove protection before deleting.
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Transferring and printing
pictures
Installing the software
CAUTION:
Install Kodak EasyShare software before connecting the camera or
optional dock to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the
software to load incorrectly.
1 Close all software applications that are open on your computer (including
anti-virus software).
2 Place the Kodak EasyShare software CD into the CD-ROM drive.
3 Load the software:
Windows OS—if the install window does not appear, choose Run from the Start
menu and type d:\setup.exe where d is the drive letter that contains the CD.
Mac OS X—double-click the CD icon on the desktop, then click the Install icon.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
Windows OS—select Complete to automatically install the most commonly used
applications. Select Custom to choose the applications you wish to install.
Mac OS X—follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: When prompted, register your camera and software. Registering lets you sign up for information
that keeps your system up-to-date. To register later, visit www.kodak.com/go/register.
5 If prompted, restart the computer. If you turned off anti-virus software, turn it back
on. See the anti-virus software manual for details.
For information on the software applications included on the Kodak EasyShare
software CD, click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software.
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Transferring pictures
You can transfer pictures to your computer using a USB cable (U-8), EasyShare dock,
or Kodak multi-card reader/Kodak SD multimedia card reader-writer.
Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or
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Transferring pictures with a USB cable, model U-8
If your package does not include an EasyShare dock, use the USB cable (model U-8)
that came with your camera.
1 Turn off the camera.
2 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable into the
labeled USB port on your computer. See your
computer user’s guide for details.
3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the labeled
USB port on the camera.
4 Turn on the camera.
Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer.
The software prompts you through the transfer
process.
NOTE: Visit www.kodak.com/go/howto for an online tutorial on connecting.
Also available for transferring
You can also use these Kodak products to transfer your pictures and videos.
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Kodak EasyShare camera dock, Kodak EasyShare printer dock
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Kodak multi-card reader, Kodak SD multimedia card reader-writer
Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or
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Printing pictures
Printing with a Kodak EasyShare printer dock
Dock your camera to the Kodak EasyShare printer dock and print directly—with or
without a computer. Purchase this and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak
products or www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories.
Printing from an optional SD or MMC card
■
Automatically print tagged pictures when you insert your card into a printer with
an SD or MMC card slot. See your printer user’s guide for details.
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Make prints at an SD or MMC card-capable Kodak picture maker/picture kiosk.
(Contact a location prior to visiting. See www.kodak.com/go/picturemaker.)
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Take the card to your local photo retailer for professional printing.
Direct printing with a PictBridge enabled printer
Your camera is compatible with PictBridge technology, which lets you print directly to
PictBridge enabled printers, without a computer. You need:
■ Camera with fully charged batteries, or ■ PictBridge enabled printer
with optional Kodak 3-volt AC adapter ■ USB cable (U-8)
Connecting the camera to the printer
1 Turn off the camera and printer.
2 Optional: If you have a Kodak 3-volt AC adapter (optional accessory), plug it into
the camera and into an electrical outlet.
3 Connect the appropriate USB cable from the camera to the printer. (See your
printer user guide or www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories for details.)
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Printing pictures
NOTE: Print size is dependant on printer capabilities.
1 Turn the Mode dial to Auto or Favorites.
2 Turn on the printer.
The PictBridge logo is displayed, followed by the current picture and menu. (If no
pictures are found, a message is displayed.) If the menu interface turns off, press any
button to redisplay it.
3 Move
to choose a printing option, then press the OK button.
NOTE: During direct printing, pictures are not transferred or saved to the computer or printer.
Current Picture Move
to choose a picture. Move
number of copies.
to choose the
Tagged Pictures If your printer is capable, print pictures that you tagged for
printing (see page 48).
Index Print
Print thumbnails of all pictures. This option requires one or more
sheets of paper.
All Pictures
Print all pictures in internal memory, on a memory card, or in
Favorites. Choose the number of copies.
Image Storage
Access internal memory, a memory card, or Favorites.
NOTE: During direct printing, pictures are not permanently transferred or saved to the computer or printer.
To transfer pictures to your computer, see page 16. In Favorites mode, the current favorite picture
is displayed.
Disconnecting the camera from a PictBridge printer
1 Turn off the camera and printer.
2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer.
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Transferring and printing pictures
Ordering prints online
Kodak EasyShare Gallery, www.kodakgallery.com, (formerly Ofoto) is one of the many
online print services offered in the Kodak EasyShare software. You can easily:
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Upload your pictures.
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Edit, enhance, and add borders to your pictures.
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Store pictures, and share them with family and friends.
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Order high-quality prints, photo greeting cards, frames, and albums—and have
them delivered to your door.
Printing pictures from your computer
For details on printing pictures from your computer, click the Help button in the Kodak
EasyShare software.
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Dock compatibility for your camera
You can also check dock compatibility for your camera at
www.kodak.com/go/dockcompatibility.
Kodak EasyShare dock
Docking configuration
■ series 3 printer docks and
camera docks
■ photo printer 500
Custom
camera insert
Dock
Purchase camera docks, printer docks, and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak
products or www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories.
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Picture-taking modes
Choose the mode that best
suits your subjects and
surroundings.
Use this mode
For
Auto
General picture-taking—offers an excellent balance of image quality
and ease of use.
Sport
Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast.
Night
Portrait
Reduces red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions.
Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.
Scene
Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under special
conditions (see page 23).
Program
Controlling the exposure compensation, flash compensation (how
much light enters the camera), and ISO speed. The camera
automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture (f-number) based
on the scene lighting. Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting
with full access to all menu options. Use the Jog dial to select and
adjust settings (see page 31). Press the Menu button to change other
settings.
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Use this mode
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For
Aperture
Priority
Controlling the aperture, exposure compensation, flash
compensation, and ISO speed. Aperture priority mode is primarily
used to control depth of field (the range of sharpness).
NOTE: The aperture setting may be affected when using optical
zoom. Use the Jog dial to select and adjust settings (see page 31).
Press the Menu button to change other settings.
Shutter
Priority
Controlling the shutter speed, exposure compensation, flash
compensation, and ISO speed. The camera automatically sets the
aperture for proper exposure. Shutter priority mode is primarily used
to prevent blur when your subject is moving. To prevent camera
shake, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds. Use the Jog dial to select
and adjust settings (see page 31). Press the Menu button to change
other settings.
Manual
Enjoying the highest level of creative control. You can set the
aperture, shutter speed, flash compensation, and ISO speed.
Exposure compensation acts as an exposure meter, recommending
the proper combination of aperture and shutter speed to produce an
acceptable exposure. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod for slow
shutter speeds. Use the Jog dial to select and adjust settings (see
page 31). Press the Menu button to change other settings.
Video
Capturing video with sound (see page 5).
Favorites
Viewing your favorites (see page 48).
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Scene modes
1 Turn the Mode dial to Scene
.
2 Press
to select a Scene mode.
NOTE: If the Help text turns off, press the OK button.
3 Press the OK button to close the selection process.
Use this SCN mode For
Portrait
Full-frame portraits of people. Use telephoto to reduce focus of
distracting backgrounds.
Landscape Distant subjects. Flash does not fire unless you turn it on. Auto-focus
framing marks (page 8) are not available in Landscape.
Night
Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat,
Landscape steady surface or use a tripod.
SelfPortrait
Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.
Flower
Close-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light. Focus is set
to Macro AF (page 26).
Sunset
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets.
Backlight Subjects that are in shadow or “backlit” (when light is behind the
subject).
Candle
light
Captures the ambiance of candle light.
Manner/
Museum
Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash and sound are
disabled.
Text
Documents. Focus is set to Macro AF (page 26).
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Use this SCN mode For
Beach
Bright beach scenes.
Snow
Bright snow scenes.
Fireworks Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a
tripod.
Children
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Action pictures of children in bright light.
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Changing the flash settings
Press the Flash button repeatedly
to scroll through the flash modes
and to select a mode.
The active icon is displayed
in the EVF/LCD screen.
NOTE: Flash settings are pre-set for each picture-taking mode. Some of the flash settings may not be
available in all Capture or Scene modes. When you change to Auto or Red-eye in some of these
modes, it becomes the default until you change it.
Flash modes
Auto
Flash
Flash fires
When the lighting conditions require it.
Fill
Every time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting conditions. Use
when the subject is in shadow or is “backlit” (when the light is behind
the subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
Red-eye The flash fires once so the eyes become accustomed to the flash, then
fires again when the picture is taken.
Off
Never.
Flash-icon behavior
blinks, the flash is charging.
When
Take a picture when the icon stops blinking.
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Using the focus button
Set the focus for close-up and far-away scenes. Some settings may be unavailable in
some modes.
Press the Focus button repeatedly
to scroll through the focus modes
and to select a mode.
The active icon, except for the
default mode, is displayed in the
EVF/LCD screen.
Focus mode
Description
Normal AF Focus setting for general picture-taking:
(default)
1.6 ft. (0.5 m)–infinity @ wide
3.9 ft. (1.2 m)–infinity @ tele
Macro AF
Sharpness and detail in pictures at close range. Use available light
instead of flash, if possible. The close-up distance:
Macro wide: 4.7 in.–24 in. (12 cm–60 cm)
Macro tele: 24 in.–4.3 ft. (60 cm–1.3 m)
Infinity AF Distant subjects. Auto-focus framing marks are unavailable in Focus
Landscape.
Manual
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Focus is at center position. A magnified image appears on the screen
when using the Joystick
to set the focus adjustment. A graphic
shows the approximate degree of focus.
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Using self-timer, burst, and exposure bracketing
Some settings may be unavailable in some modes.
Press the Drive button repeatedly
to scroll through the drive modes
and to select a mode.
The active icon, except for the
default mode, is displayed in the
EVF/LCD screen.
Drive mode
Single (default)
Description
Camera takes one picture.
Self-timer
Time to get yourself into the picture. Place camera on a
(10-second delay) tripod or flat surface.
Self-timer
(2-second delay)
Allows for a steady, auto-shutter release on a tripod.
Self-timer
(2 pictures)
Capture 2 shots (one picture taken after 10 seconds and
another picture taken 8 seconds later).
First Burst
Flash forced off.
Camera takes up to 8 pictures (2 per second) while the
Shutter button is held. The first 8 are saved. (Capture an
expected event e.g., a person swinging a golf club.)
Last Burst
Flash forced off.
Camera takes up to 30 pictures (2 per second up to 15
seconds) while the Shutter button is held. When the shutter
button is released, only the last 8 pictures are saved.
(Capture an event when the precise timing is uncertain e.g.,
a child blowing out birthday candles.)
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Exposure
Bracketing 3
Flash forced off.
Camera takes 3 pictures at a selected interval of 1/3, 2/3, or
1.0 EV. Determine the best exposure level for your
conditions based on your evaluation of 3 pictures.
1 Set the Drive button to the desired option, page 27.
2 Press the Shutter button halfway to set the AF/AE.
3 For all settings, except Burst, press the Shutter button completely down and
release it to take the picture.
For Burst settings, press the Shutter button completely down
and hold it. The camera stops taking pictures when you release the Shutter
button, all pictures are taken, or there is no more storage space.
NOTE: To cancel self-timer and shutter delay during countdown, press the Shutter button again. (The
setting remains on.)
NOTE: During quickview you can delete all pictures in the burst series. To delete selectively, do so in
Review (see page 14).
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Using the histogram to view picture brightness
Use the histogram in Capture or Review to evaluate the distribution of light before or
after you take a picture. If the peak is to the right of the graph, the subject is bright; if
the peak is to the left, the subject is dark. Optimal exposure is achieved when the
peak is in the middle of the histogram. Available only in PASM modes.
Press the Info button
to turn the histogram
On/Off.
Histogram graph
NOTE: If a scene is dark or light, you can adjust the exposure compensation before taking the picture. The
flash may affect a picture’s light and shadow.
Using exposure compensation with exposure
bracketing
In PASM modes, you can use exposure compensation in conjunction with exposure
bracketing.
If exposure
compensation is set to
And if the exposure bracketing Then the exposures
interval is set to
taken are
0.0
+1.0
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PASM modes
Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those
modes.
For example, if you change the Color Mode to Sepia while in P, A, S, or M mode, you
still retain the default setting of Color for Auto and SCN modes.
NOTE: The settings, including Flash, are maintained for P, A, S, and M modes—even when you change
modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset Camera (see table on page 36) to reset P, A, S, or M to
its default setting.
Aperture
Shutter
Speed
Exposure
Compensation
Flash
ISO
Compensation
Aperture—also known as f-stop or f-number,
controls the size of the lens opening, which
determines the depth of field. Smaller f-numbers,
for example f/2.8, refer to a bigger lens opening.
Larger f-numbers, for example f/8, refer to a smaller
lens opening. Larger f-numbers keep the main
subject sharp; good for landscapes and well-lit
conditions. Smaller f-numbers are good for portraits
and low-light conditions. The highest and lowest
aperture numbers may be affected by optical zoom.
Shutter Speed—controls how long the shutter stays open. A shaking hand icon
warns of slow shutter speeds. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)
Exposure Compensation—lets you manually adjust the exposure (± 2.0 in
1/3 steps); good for controlling backlit or non-standard scenes. If the picture is too
light, decrease the setting; if it’s too dark, increase the setting.
Flash Compensation—controls the flash brightness (±1.0 in 1/2 steps). You
must be within flash range. Unavailable if flash setting is Off.
ISO—controls sensitivity of the camera sensor (80, 100, 200, 400, 800). Higher
settings are more sensitive to light, but may produce unwanted "noise" in a
picture. You can only use ISO 800 if you are in the 1.1 MP Picture Size setting.
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Changing PASM mode settings
The PASM modes control the aperture (f-number), shutter speed, exposure and flash
compensations, and ISO. Use the Menu button to control all other settings.
Jog dial
PASM mode options
White—selectable
Grey—non-selectable
Yellow—changeable value
Red—not recommended
1 Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M.
The mode settings are displayed.
NOTE: The settings for each mode may be different.
2 Use the Jog dial:
■
Rotate to move between the available settings.
■
Press to open a setting.
■
Rotate to change the setting.
■
Press to save the setting.
3 Press the Menu button to change other settings.
4 Take a picture.
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Changing picture-taking settings
You can change settings to get the best results from your camera:
1 Press the Menu button. (Some settings are unavailable in some modes.)
2 Press
to highlight the setting you wish to change, then press the OK button.
3 Choose an option, then press the OK button.
4 Press the Menu button to exit.
Setting
Icon
Options
Picture Size
Choose a picture resolution.
This setting remains until you
change it.
6.0 MP (default)—for printing up to 20 x 30 in.
(51 x 76 cm); pictures are highest resolution and
largest file size.
5.3. MP (3:2)— ideal for printing 4 x 6 in.
(10 x 15 cm) prints without cropping. Also for printing
up to 20 x 30 in. (51 x 76 cm).
4.0 MP— for printing up to 11 x 14 in. (28 x 36 cm);
pictures are medium resolution with smaller file size.
3.1 MP—for printing up to 8 x 10 in. (20 x 25 cm);
pictures are medium resolution with smaller file size.
1.1 MP—for printing 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) prints,
emailing, Internet, screen display, or for conserving
space.
Compression
Choose a compression.
This setting remains until you
change it.
Fine—take higher quality pictures.
Standard (default)—take standard quality
pictures.
Basic—take more pictures.
See Storage capacities on page 65.
Video Size
Choose a video resolution.
This setting remains until you
change it.
640 x 480 (default)—higher resolution and file
size. Video plays in a 640 x 480 pixel window (VGA).
320 x 240—lower resolution and file size. Video
plays in a 320 x 240 pixel window (QVGA).
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Setting
Icon
Options
Video Length
Choose video record length.
This setting remains until you
turn the Mode dial or turn off
the camera.
Continuous (default)
5 seconds
15 seconds
30 seconds
White Balance
Choose your lighting
condition to reproduce colors
more accurately.
Only available in PASM
modes.
Auto (default)—automatically corrects white
balance. Ideal for general picture taking.
Daylight—for pictures in natural lighting.
Tungsten—corrects the orange cast of household
light bulbs. Ideal for indoor pictures under tungsten or
halogen lighting without flash.
Fluorescent—corrects the green cast of fluorescent
lighting. Ideal for indoor pictures under fluorescent
lighting without flash.
Open shade—for pictures in the shade in natural
lighting.
Exposure Bracketing
Interval
This setting remains until you
change it or take pictures.
Only available in PASM
modes.
+/– 0.3 (default)
+/– 0.7
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minutes.
See page 27.
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Setting
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Options
Exposure Metering
Evaluate light levels at
specific areas of a scene.
Only available in PASM
modes.
Multi-pattern (default)—evaluates lighting
conditions throughout the image to give an optimum
picture exposure. Ideal for general picture taking.
Center-weighted—evaluates the lighting
conditions of the subject centered in the viewfinder.
Ideal for backlit subjects.
Spot—similar to Center-weight, except the metering
is concentrated on a smaller area of the subject
centered in the viewfinder. If used with Selectable AF
zones, the exposure spot follows the focus zone. Ideal
when you need an exact exposure of a specific area in
the picture.
AF Zone
Select a large or concentrated
area of focus.
Only available in PASM
modes.
Multi-zone AF (default)—evaluates zones to give
an even picture focus. Ideal for general picture taking.
Center-zone AF—evaluates the small area
centered in the viewfinder. Ideal when precise focus
of a specific area in the picture is needed.
Selectable-zone AF—use
/
to move
the focus brackets to any focus zones.
NOTE: For the best pictures, the camera is set to Multi-zone
when in Landscape mode.
AF Control
Choose an auto-focus setting.
This setting remains until you
change it.
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Continuous AF (default)—camera continuously
adjusts to keep the picture in focus. There is no need
to press the Shutter button halfway down to focus.
This option uses the most battery power.
Single AF—minimizes camera noise. Camera is only
in focus when the Shutter button is pressed halfway
down. This option uses less battery power.
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Setting
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Color Mode
Choose color tones.
This setting remains until you
turn the Mode dial or turn off
the camera.
Unavailable in Video mode.
Options
High Color
Natural Color (default)
Low Color
Black & White
Sepia—for pictures with a reddish-brown, antique
look.
NOTE: EasyShare software also lets you change a color
picture to black-and-white or sepia.
Sharpness
Control picture sharpness.
This setting remains until you
change it.
Only available in PASM
modes.
High
Normal (default)
Low
Set Album (Still, Video)
Choose Album names.
This setting remains until you
change it. You can apply
different Set Album choices.
On
Off (default)
Pre-select album names before you take pictures or
videos. Then, all the pictures or videos you take are
tagged with those album names. See page 45.
Image Storage
Choose a storage location for
pictures and videos.
This setting remains until you
change it.
Auto (default)—the camera uses the card if one is
in the camera. If not, the camera uses internal
memory.
Internal Memory—the camera always uses
internal memory, even if a card is installed.
Setup Menu
Choose additional settings.
See Customizing your camera (page 36).
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Customizing your camera
Use Setup to customize your camera settings.
1 In any mode, press the Menu button.
2 Press
to highlight Setup
, then press the OK button.
3 Press
to highlight the setting you wish to change, then press the OK button.
4 Choose an option, then press the OK button.
5 Press the Menu button to exit.
Setting
Icon
Options
Return to previous menu.
LCD Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
Normal (default)
High
Capture Frame Grid
Use the frame grid to compose a picture. The
grid divides the LCD screen into
thirds—vertically and horizontally. It’s
helpful if you want to balance a picture
between water, earth, and sky.
On
Off (default)
Image Stabilizer
The optical image stabilization helps to
minimize hand movement to ensure sharp,
clear results for still and video picture-taking.
Continuous (default)—image
stabilization is continuously on.
Single—image stabilization
activates when the Shutter button is
pressed halfway.
Off—setting is off.
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Setting
Icon
Options
Date Stamp
Imprint the date on pictures.
Choose a date option, or turn off the
feature. (Default is off.)
Quickview
Change Quickview default to on or off (see
page 7).
On (default)
Off
Advanced Digital Zoom
Choose how digital zoom is employed.
Continuous—no pause between
optical and digital zoom.
Pause—after reaching 12X optical
zoom, release the zoom button, then
activate it again to begin digital zoom.
None (default)—digital zoom is
disabled.
Orientation Sensor
Orient pictures so that they are displayed
with the correct side up.
On (default)
Off
On Transfer—sets Orientation
Sensor on camera LCD to Off. When
picture is transferred to the computer,
it is rotated to the proper orientation.
Camera Sounds
Choose an overall theme or individual
sounds.
Theme (default)—overall.
Power On
Focus Lock
Shutter
Self-timer
Error
Sound Volume
Turn off all sounds, or choose a volume level.
Off
Low (default)
Medium
High
Date & Time
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Setting
Icon
Options
Auto Power-Off
Select when you would like the camera
to turn off.
1, 3 (default), 5, or 10 minutes
Video Out
Choose the regional setting that lets you
connect the camera to a television or other
external device.
NTSC (default)—used in North
America and Japan; most common
format.
PAL—used in Europe and China.
Video Date Display
Display Date/Time at the start of
video playback.
On (default)— choose from 3 date
formats.
Off
Mode Description
Display mode description at camera start-up
or mode change.
On (default)
Off
Print Warning
Pause (default)—when the blue
slider on the zoom indicator pauses
during digital zoom, release the zoom
lever and reactivate it. The slider turns
red when the picture may no longer
render an acceptable 4 x 6 in.
(10 x 15 cm) print.
None—no pause.
Language
Choose a language.
See page 4.
Reset Camera
Reset all picture-taking settings to the
camera defaults.
Reset
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Setting
Format
CAUTION:
Formatting deletes all pictures
and videos, including those that
are protected. Removing a card
during formatting may damage
the card.
About
View camera information.
Icon
Options
Memory Card—deletes everything
on the card; formats the card.
Cancel—exits without making a
change.
Internal Memory—deletes
everything in internal memory
including email addresses, album
names, and favorites; formats the
internal memory.
Camera name and
firmware version.
Viewing picture/video information
In Review mode, press the Info button to view the settings.
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Press Review.
(Press again to exit.)
Press the Info
until this
button
view is displayed.
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Copying pictures and videos
You can copy pictures and videos from a memory card to internal memory or from
internal memory to a memory card.
Before you copy, make sure that:
■
A card is inserted in the camera.
■
The camera’s picture storage location is set to the location from which you are
copying. See Image Storage, table on page 32.
Copy pictures or videos:
1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.
2 Press
to highlight Copy, then press the OK button.
3 Press
to highlight an option:
PICTURE or VIDEO—copies the current picture or video.
EXIT—returns to the Review menu.
ALL—copies all pictures and videos from your selected storage location to the
other location.
4 Press the OK button.
NOTE: Pictures and videos are copied, not moved. To remove pictures and from the original location after
copying, delete them (see page 14).
Tags that you applied for print, email, and favorites are not copied. Protection settings are not
copied. To apply protection to a picture or video, see page 14.
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Making a video action print or picture
Video action picture
From a video, you can make a 4-, 9-, or 16-up picture. The picture is suitable for a
4 x 6-inch (10 x 15 cm) print.
4-up
1 Press the Review button, then press
9-up
16-up
to locate a video.
2 Press the Menu button, choose Action Print, then press the OK button.
3 Choose an option, then press OK.
Option
Video frames
Auto (4, 9, or 16 Frames);
default 9
4, 9, or 16 frames are automatically selected
(first, last, and 2, 7, or 14 equally spaced frames).
4 Follow the screen prompts.
A multi-up picture is created. The original video is saved.
5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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Video picture
You can make a still picture from a single frame of a video. There may be limitations to
the size you can print because of the small picture size (much smaller than minimum
picture size).
1 Press the Review button, then press
to locate a video.
2 Press the Menu button, choose Make Picture, then press the OK button.
The original video is saved.
3 Follow the screen prompts.
4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
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Using Kodak Perfect Touch technology
Kodak Perfect Touch technology helps ensure better, brighter pictures.
1
Press Review.
2
3
for previous/next picture.
Press Menu, choose Perfect Touch tech, then press OK.
The enhancement is previewed in a split screen.
Press
to view other parts of the picture.
4
Follow the screen prompts to apply or discard the enhancement.
The picture is copied, then enhanced. (The original picture is saved.) An enhanced picture
cannot be enhanced again on the camera. Kodak Perfect Touch technology can only be
used with pictures, not video.
Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Cropping pictures
1
2
Press Review.
for previous/next picture.
3
Press Menu, select Crop, then press OK.
4
Press the Zoom lever to adjust the size.
to adjust the position.
5
Press OK to save the cropped picture.
6
Press Menu to exit the menu.
The picture is copied, then cropped. (The original picture is saved.) A cropped picture
cannot be cropped again on the camera.
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Running a slide show
Use the Slide Show to display your pictures and videos on the LCD screen.
To run a slide show on a television or on any external device, see page 45.
To save battery power, use an optional Kodak 3-volt AC adapter.
(Visit www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories.)
Starting the slide show
1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.
2 Press
to highlight Slide Show, then press the OK button.
3 Press
to highlight Begin Show, then press the OK button.
Each picture and video is displayed once.
To interrupt the Slide Show, press the OK button.
Changing the slide show display interval
The default interval setting displays each picture for 5 seconds. You can set the display
interval from 3 to 60 seconds.
1 On the Slide Show menu, press
OK button.
to highlight Interval, then press the
2 Select a display interval.
To scroll through the seconds quickly, press and hold
.
3 Press the OK button.
The interval setting remains until you change it.
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Running a continuous slide show loop
When you turn on Loop, the slide show is continuously repeated.
1 On the Slide Show menu, press
to highlight Loop, then press the OK button.
2 Press
to highlight On, then press the OK button.
The slide show repeats until you press the OK button or until battery power is
exhausted. The Loop feature remains until you change it.
Displaying pictures and videos on a television
You can display pictures and videos on a television, computer monitor, or any device
equipped with a video input. (Image quality on a television screen may not be as good
as on a computer monitor or when printed.)
NOTE: Ensure that the Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL) is correct (see table on page 36). The slide show
stops if you connect or disconnect the cable while the slide show is running.
1 Connect an audio/video cable from the camera USB, A/V Out port to the television
video-in port (yellow) and audio-in port (white). See your television user’s guide for
details.
2 Review pictures and videos on the television.
Pre-tagging for album names
Use the Set Album (Still or Video) feature to pre-select album names before you take
pictures or videos. Then, all the pictures or videos you take are tagged with those
album names.
First—on your computer
Use Kodak EasyShare software that came with your camera to create album names on
your computer. Then copy up to 32 album names to the album name list the next time
you connect the camera to the computer. See Kodak EasyShare software Help for
details.
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Second—on your camera
1 In any mode, press the Menu button.
2 Press
to highlight Set Album, then press the OK button.
3 Press
to highlight an album name, then press the OK button. Repeat to
choose more than one album, if desired.
Selected albums are noted with a check mark.
4 To remove a selection, highlight an album name and press the OK button. To
remove all album selections, select Clear All.
5 Highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
Your selections are saved. If you turn on the LCD screen, your album selection is
displayed on the screen. A plus (+) after the album name means more than one album
is selected.
6 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Third—transfer to your computer
When you transfer the tagged pictures or videos to your computer, Kodak EasyShare
software opens and categorizes your pictures in the appropriate album. See the Kodak
EasyShare software Help for details.
Tagging pictures/videos for albums
Use the Album feature in Review mode to tag the pictures and videos in your camera
with album names.
First—on your computer
Use Kodak EasyShare software that came with your camera to create album names on
your computer, then copy up to 32 album names to the camera’s internal memory. See
Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
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Second—on your camera
1 Press the Review button, then locate the picture or video.
2 Press the Menu button.
3 Press
to highlight Album, then press the OK button.
4 Press
to highlight an album, then press the OK button.
To add other pictures to the same album, press
to scroll through the pictures.
When the picture you want is displayed, press the OK button.
To add the pictures to more than one album, repeat step 4 for each album.
The album name appears with the picture. A plus (+) after the album name means the
picture was added to more than one album.
To remove a selection, highlight an album name and press the OK button. To
remove all album selections, select Clear All.
5 Press
to highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
Third—transfer to your computer
When you transfer the tagged pictures and videos to your computer, the Kodak
EasyShare software opens and categorizes your pictures and videos in the appropriate
album folder. See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.
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Sharing your pictures
Press the Share button to tag
your pictures and videos.
When they are transferred to your computer, you can share them by:
■
Print (page 49)
■
Email (page 49)
■
Favorites (page 50)
When can I tag my pictures and videos?
Press the Share button to tag pictures/videos:
■
Any time. (The most recent picture/video taken is then displayed.)
■
Just after you take a picture/video, during Quickview (see page 7).
■
After pressing the Review button (see page 9).
Tagging pictures for printing
1 Press the Share button. Press
2 Press
to locate a picture.
to highlight Print, then press the OK button.*
3 Press
to select the number of copies (0-99). Zero (0) removes the tag for
that picture.
The icon appears at the top of the screen. The default quantity is one.
4 Optional (for single picture): You can apply a print quantity to other pictures.
Press
to locate a picture. Keep the print quantity as is, or
to change it.
Repeat this step until the desired print quantity is applied to the pictures.
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5 Press the OK button. Then press the Share button to exit the menu.
* To remove print tagging for all pictures in the storage location, highlight Cancel Prints, then
press the OK button. Cancel Prints is not available in Quickview.
Printing tagged pictures
When you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare
software print screen opens. For details on printing, click the Help button in the Kodak
EasyShare software.
For more information on printing from your computer, printer dock, PictBridge
enabled printer, or card, see page 17.
NOTE: For the best 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) prints, set the camera to the 5.3 MP (3:2) print Picture Size (see
table, page 32).
Tagging pictures and videos for emailing
First—on your computer
Use Kodak EasyShare software to create an email address book on your computer.
Then, copy up to 32 email addresses to the camera’s internal memory. For details,
click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software.
Second—tag pictures/videos on your camera
1 Press the Share button. Press
2 Press
to locate a picture/video.
to highlight Email, then press the OK button.
3 Press
to highlight an email address, then press the OK button. Press OK
again to deselect.
If you tagged a single picture/video, you can tag other pictures/videos with the
same address. Press
to scroll through them. When the picture you want is
displayed, press OK.
To send the pictures/videos to more than one address, repeat step 3for each
address.
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4 To remove a selection, highlight a checked address and press the OK button. To
remove all email selections, highlight Clear All.
5 Press
to highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
The Email icon appears in the status area.
6 Press the Share button to exit the menu.
Third—transfer and email
When you transfer the tagged pictures/videos to your computer, the Email screen
opens and lets you send them to the addresses you specified. For details, click the
Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software.
Tagging pictures as favorites
You can preserve your favorite pictures in the Favorites
section of your camera’s
internal memory, then share them with friends and family.
NOTE: When you transfer pictures from your camera to your computer, all pictures (including favorites) are
stored on your computer at full size. Favorite pictures—smaller copies of your originals—are loaded
back to your camera, so you can share and enjoy more.
Share your favorite pictures in 4 easy steps:
1. Take pictures
to locate a picture.
2. Tag pictures as 1 Press the Share button. Press
favorites
2 Press
to highlight Favorite, then press the OK button.
The Favorite icon appears in the status area. To remove the tag, press
the OK button again.
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3. Transfer
pictures to your
computer
4. View favorites
on your camera
1 To enjoy full functionality, install and use the EasyShare software
that was packaged with this camera. (See page 15.)
2 Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable (see
page 16) or an EasyShare dock.
The first time you transfer pictures, the software helps you make
choices about your favorite pictures. Then, your pictures are
transferred to the computer. Favorite pictures (smaller versions of the
originals) are loaded to the Favorites section of your camera’s internal
memory.
1 Turn the Mode dial to Favorites.
2 Press
to scroll through favorites.
To exit Favorites mode, turn the Mode dial to any
other position.
NOTE: The camera holds a limited number of favorites. Use Camera Favorites in the EasyShare software to
customize the size of your camera Favorites section. Videos tagged as favorites remain in the
Favorites folder in the EasyShare software. For more information, click the Help button in the Kodak
EasyShare software.
Optional favorite settings
In Favorites mode, press the Menu button to access optional settings.
Slide Show (page 44)
Remove all favorites (page 52)
Multi-up (page 7)
Setup Menu (page 36)
NOTE: Pictures taken at the 5.3 MP (3:2) picture size are displayed at a 3:2 aspect ratio with a black
bar at the top and bottom of the screen. (See table for Picture Size, page 32.)
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Removing all favorites from your camera
When you remove favorites from your camera, you increase the storage capacity in
the internal memory. This lets you take more pictures.
1 Turn the Mode dial to Favorites
.
2 Press the Menu button.
3 Highlight Remove favorites, then press the OK button.
All pictures stored in the Favorites section of internal memory are removed. Favorites are
restored the next time you transfer pictures to the computer.
4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Preventing favorites from transferring to the camera
1 Open the Kodak EasyShare software. Click the My Collection tab.
2 Go to the Albums view.
3 Click the Camera Favorites Album for your camera.
4 Click Remove Album. (The original pictures remain unchanged.)
The next time you transfer pictures from your camera to the computer, use the Camera
Favorites Wizard/Assistant to either recreate your Camera Favorites Album or to turn off
the Camera Favorites feature.
Printing favorites
1 Turn the Mode dial to Favorites
. Press
to locate a picture.
2 Press the Share button.
3 Highlight Print, then press the OK button.
4 Press
to highlight Print quantity, then press the OK button.
The icon appears in the status area.
NOTE: Favorites that were taken on this camera (not imported from another source) can make prints up to
4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm).
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Doing more with your camera
Emailing favorites
1 Turn the Mode dial to Favorites. Press
to locate a picture.
2 Press the Share button.
3 Highlight Email, then press the OK button.
4 Press
to highlight one or more addresses, then press the OK button.
5 To remove a selection, highlight a checked address and press the OK button. To
remove all email selections, highlight Clear All.
6 Press
to highlight Exit, then press the OK button.
The Email icon appears in the status area.
7 Press the Share button to exit the menu.
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Troubleshooting
Camera problems
For step-by-step product support, visit www.kodak.com/go/z612support and select
Interactive Troubleshooting and Repairs.
If...
Try one or more of the following
Camera does not
turn on
■ Remove battery and verify that it’s the correct type, then reinsert it.
■ Insert a new or charged battery.
Camera does not
■ Connect the camera to a Kodak 3-volt AC adapter (sold separately),
then try again. See page 70 for more battery information.
turn off and the lens
does not retract
Camera buttons and
controls do not
function
Lens does not extend ■ Confirm that the battery in camera is charged.
when camera turns ■ Turn camera off, then on again. (Lens does not extend in Favorites
on or does not retract
mode.)
■ If problem still exists, get help (page 60).
In Review, a blue or ■ Transfer the picture to the computer.
black screen is
■ Transfer all pictures to the computer (page 16).
displayed instead of
■ Take another picture. If problem still continues try internal memory
a picture
and/or another memory card.
Pictures remaining ■ Continue taking pictures. The camera is operating normally.
number does not
(The camera estimates the number of pictures remaining after each
decrease after taking picture is taken, based on picture size and content.)
a picture
Flash does not fire
■ Check the flash setting and change as needed (page 25).
NOTE: The flash does not fire in all modes.
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Troubleshooting
If...
Try one or more of the following
Storage location is ■ Delete some or all pictures and videos in the storage location
(page 14).
almost or entirely full
■ Transfer pictures and videos to the computer (page 16), then delete
pictures and videos in the storage location (page 14).
■ Insert a memory card (page 4), then change the image storage
location, if necessary (see table on page 32).
Battery life is short
■ Make sure the correct battery type is loaded (page 2).
■ Wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth (page 69) before inserting
a battery in the camera.
■ Insert a new or charged battery (page 2).
You cannot take a
picture
■ Turn the camera off, then on again. Make sure the camera is not in
Favorites mode.
■ Depress shutter button completely down (page 5).
■ Insert a new or charged battery (page 2).
■ Memory full. Transfer pictures to the computer (page 16), delete
pictures from the camera (page 14), change image storage
location, or insert a new card.
■ Wait until processing or saving function e.g., bursts, video, edits,
formatting, and deleting is complete
■ Turn the camera off.
Error message
appears on EVF/LCD ■ Remove memory card from the camera.
screen
■ Remove the battery and wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth
(page 71).
■ Insert a new or charged battery (page 2).
■ If all else fails, get customer support help (page 59).
Memory card not
■ Card may be corrupted. Format card in camera (see table on
page 36).
recognized or camera
freezes with card.
■ Use another memory card.
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Troubleshooting
Computer/connectivity problems
If...
Try one or more of the following
Computer does not ■ Insert a charged battery (page 2).
communicate with ■ Turn on the camera.
the camera
■ Make sure proper USB cable is securely connected on camera and
computer port (page 16). (If using an EasyShare dock, check all
cable connections. Make sure the camera is seated on the dock.)
■ Make sure the EasyShare software is installed (page 15).
■ Click the Help button in the EasyShare software.
Pictures do not
transfer to computer
Slide Show does not ■ Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, see table on
page 36).
run on an external
video device
■ Make sure the external device settings are correct (see the device’s
user’s guide).
Picture quality problems
If...
Try one or more of the following
Picture is too dark ■ Reposition camera for more available light.
or underexposed ■ Use Fill flash (page 25) or change your position so light is not behind
the subject.
■ Move so that the distance between you and the subject is within the
effective flash range (page 13).
■ To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button
halfway. When the AF/AE indicator is green, press the Shutter
button completely down to take the picture.
■ Use P mode to adjust the exposure compensation (page 30).
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If...
Try one or more of the following
Picture is too light ■ Reposition camera to reduce the amount of available light.
or overexposed
■ Turn flash off (page 13).
■ Move so that the distance between you and the subject is within the
effective flash range (page 13).
■ To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button
halfway. When the AF/AE indicator is green, press the Shutter
button completely down to take the picture.
■ Use P mode to adjust the exposure compensation.
Picture is not clear ■ To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button
halfway. When the AF/AE indicator is green, press the Shutter
button completely down to take the picture.
■ Clean the lens (page 71).
■ Make sure camera is not in Macro AF mode if you are more than
24 in. (61 cm) from your subject.
■ Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod, especially
in high-zoom settings or in low light.
Mode-dial-light indicator status
If...
Try one or more of the following
Mode dial light
does not turn on
and the camera
does not work
■ Turn on the camera (page 3).
Mode dial light
blinks
■ Picture is being processed and saved to the camera. Camera is
■ Recharge the battery or install a new one (page 2).
■ Camera may have turned off automatically. Turn on the camera and
change the auto power-off setting (see page 36).
operating normally.
■ Camera is connected. Camera is operating normally.
■ Recharge the battery or install a new one (page 2).
Mode dial light
glows steady
■ Shutter button is pressed halfway down. Focus and exposure are set.
Camera is operating normally.
■ Camera is operating normally.
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Troubleshooting
Direct printing (PictBridge) problems
Status
Solution
Cannot locate desired picture.
■ Use the Direct printing menu to change the image
storage location to locate the picture.
The Direct printing menu
interface turns off.
■ Press any button to redisplay the menu.
Cannot print pictures.
■ Ensure that there is a connection between camera and
printer (page 17).
■ Ensure the printer and camera have power (page 17).
Camera or printer display an
error message.
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■ Follow the prompts to resolve the issue.
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Getting help
Helpful links
Camera
Email, write, or phone Kodak
www.kodak.com/go/contact
Get support for your product (FAQs,
www.kodak.com/go/z612support
troubleshooting information, arrange for
repairs, etc.)
Purchase camera accessories (camera
www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories
docks, printer docks, lenses, cards, etc.)
Download the latest camera firmware
and software
www.kodak.com/go/z612downloads
See online demonstrations of your
camera
www.kodak.com/go/howto
Software Get information on EasyShare software www.kodak.com/go/easysharesw
(or click the Help button in the
EasyShare software)
Get help with the Windows operating www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics
system and working with digital pictures
Other
Get support for other cameras, software, www.kodak.com/go/support
accessories, more
Get information on Kodak EasyShare
printer docks
www.kodak.com/go/printerdocks
Get information on Kodak inkjet
products
www.kodak.com/go/inkjet
Optimize your printer for truer, more
vibrant colors
www.kodak.com/go/onetouch
Register your camera
www.kodak.com/go/register
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Getting help
Telephone customer support
If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, you may
speak with a customer support representative. Before you call, have the camera or
dock connected to your computer. Be at your computer, and have the following
information available:
■
Computer model, Operating system
■
Camera serial number
■
Processor type and speed (MHz)
■
Version of Kodak EasyShare software
■
Amount of memory (MB) & free hard
disk space
■
Exact error message you received
Australia 1800 147 701
Greece
00800 441
25605
Singapore
Austria
0179 567 357
Hong Kong
800 901 514
Spain
91 749 76 53
Belgium
02 713 14 45
India
91 22 617 5823
Sweden
08 587 704 21
Brazil
0800 150000
Italy
02 696 33452
Switzerland 01 838 53 51
Canada
1 800 465 6325 Japan
03 5540 9002
Taiwan
China
800 820 6027
Korea
00798 631 0024 Thailand
001 800 631
0017
Denmark 3 848 71 30
Netherlands
020 346 9372
UK
0870 243 0270
Indonesia 001 803 631
0010
New Zealand 0800 440 786
US
1 800 235 6325
Ireland
01 407 3054
Norway
Outside US
585 726 7260
Finland
0800 1 17056
Philippines / 1 800 1 888 9600 International +44 131 458
6714
Metro Manila / 632 6369600 Toll Line
France
01 55 1740 77 Portugal
Germany 069 5007 0035 Russia
23 16 21 33
021 415 4125
800 6363 036
0800 096 868
International +44 131 458
Toll Fax
6962
007-(095)929-91
-66
Visit: http://www.kodak.com/go/dfiswwcontacts
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Camera specifications
For more specifications, visit www.kodak.com/go/z612support.
Kodak EasyShare Z612 zoom digital camera
CCD (charge-coupled device)
CCD
1/2.5 in. CCD, 6.4 MP, 4:3 aspect ratio
Output image size
2832 x 2128 (6.0 MP)
2832 x 1888 (5.3 MP) (3:2)
2304 x 1728 (4.0 MP)
2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP)
1200 x 900 (1.1 MP)
Displays
LCD Color display
2.5 in. (6.4 cm) color hybrid LCD, 230 K pixels; screen brightness
adjustment
Color viewfinder—
Electronic (EVF)
LCD and EVF not simultaneous;
202 K pixels
Preview/Review
Frame rate: 30 fps
Lens
Taking lens
(Optical zoom)
12X optical zoom, f/2.8–f/4.8 (35 mm equivalent: 35–420 mm)
Digital zoom
4.2X
Combined zoom
50X
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Focus system
Auto-focusing, TTL–AF, Multi-zone AF, Center-zone AF, and
Selectable-zone AF.
Working range:
Standard wide: 20 in. (0.5 m)–infinity
Standard tele: 3.9 ft. (1.2 m)–infinity
Macro wide: 4.7 in.–24 in. (12 cm–60 cm)
Macro tele: 24 in.–4.3 ft. (60 cm–1.3 m)
Lens protection
Lens cap
Lens thread
Supported
Exposure
Exposure metering
Modes: Multi-pattern, Center-weighted, Spot
Exposure compensation +/-2.0 EV in 1/3 EV step
Exposure bracketing
1.0 EV in 1/3 EV step, 3 images
AE lock
Exposure is locked with focus when shutter button is pressed
Shutter speed
Mechanical and CCD electronic
16 to 1/1000 sec. in 1/3 stop increments
ISO speed
Auto: 80 to 160
Selectable: Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800 (800 only available at 1.1
MP picture size)
Flash
Electronic flash (auto
flip-up)
Auto flash by pre-flash
Working range @ ISO, Auto: 1.6–15.4 ft (0.5–4.7 m) @ Wide;
3.9–8.9 ft (1.2–2.7 m) @ Tele
Flash modes
Auto, Fill, Red-eye, Off
Flash compensation
+/-1.0 EV in 1/2 EV step
Guide No.
11 @ ISO 100
Capture
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Capture modes
Auto, Sport, Night Portrait, SCN (14), P, A, S, M & Video
Burst mode
First burst, last burst, minimum 2 fps
Video capture
VGA (640 x 480) @ 30 fps
QVGA (320 x 240) @ 30 fps
Image file format
Still: format, EXIF 2.21 (JPEG compression); File organization, DCF
Video: format, QuickTime; MPEG4 (video); G. 711 (stereo audio)
Image stabilizer
Yes
Internal memory/
Removable
32 MB internal memory/27.7 MB available for image storage (1 MB
equals one million bytes); Optional MMC or SD Card
(The SD
logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.)
Image capacity
8 images @ 6 M, JPEG images at fine compression mode & 4:3 aspect
in internal memory
Still image buffer
32 MB internal memory
Review
Quickview
Yes
Video output
NTSC or PAL
Power
Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery KLIC-8000, CRV3, 3V AC adapter
Communication with computer/TV
USB 2.0 (PIMA 15740 protocol), via USB, 8-pin cable (Model U-8), EasyShare camera dock or
printer dock, AV cable, 8-pin (Model AV-8)
Other features
PictBridge support
Yes
Self-timer
2-second, 10-second, or 2-shot
White balance
Auto, Semi-Auto (Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Open shade)
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Auto power off
Selectable: 1, 3, 5, 10 minutes
Color modes
High Color, Natural Color, Low Color, B & W, Sepia
Sharpness
High, Normal, Low
Picture quality
Fine, Standard, Basic
Date stamp
None, YYYY/MM/DD, MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY
Tripod mount
1/4 inch
Operating temperature 32–104° F (0–40° C)
Size
4.0 x 2.9 x 2.7 in. (103.6 x 74.2 x 68.7 mm) @ power off
Weight
10.6 oz (300 g) without battery or card
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Storage capacities
Actual storage capacity varies depending on subject composition, card brand, and
other factors. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. Favorites
take up additional space in internal memory
Fine compression
Number of JPEG pictures
6.0 MP
5.3 MP (3:2)
4.0 MP
3.1 MP
1.1 MP
Internal memory
6
7
10
12
33
32 MB SD/MMC
7
8
11
14
38
64 MB SD/MMC
15
17
23
28
76
128 MB SD/MMC
30
34
46
57
153
256 MB SD/MMC
61
69
92
115
307
512 MB SD/MMC
123
139
185
231
615
1 GB SD/MMC
247
278
370
463
1231
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Standard compression
Number of JPEG pictures
6.0 MP
5.3 MP (3:2)
4.0 MP
3.1 MP
1.1 MP
Internal memory
14
16
21
26
64
32 MB SD/MMC
16
18
24
30
73
64 MB SD/MMC
33
37
48
60
146
128 MB SD/MMC
66
74
97
121
293
256 MB SD/MMC
133
149
196
242
588
512 MB SD/MMC
266
298
392
485
1176
1 GB SD/MMC
533
596
784
970
2352
4.0 MP
3.1 MP
1.1 MP
Basic compression
Number of JPEG pictures
6.0 MP
5.3 MP (3:2)
Internal memory
22
25
32
40
89
32 MB SD/MMC
25
28
37
45
101
64 MB SD/MMC
51
57
74
91
203
128 MB SD/MMC
103
114
149
182
407
256 MB SD/MMC
206
229
298
365
815
512 MB SD/MMC
412
459
596
730
1632
1 GB SD/MMC
824
919
1193
1460
3264
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Video storage capacity
Minutes/seconds of video
VGA (640 x 480) VGA (640 x 480) Long QVGA (320 x 240)
Internal memory
53 sec.
1 min. 39 sec.
2 min. 8 sec.
32 MB SD/MMC
59 sec.
1 min. 53 sec.
2 min. 25 sec.
64 MB SD/MMC
1 min. 59 sec.
3 min. 46 sec.
4 min. 50 sec.
128 MB SD/MMC
3 min. 59 sec.
7 min. 32 sec.
9 min. 40 sec.
256 MB SD/MMC
7 min. 59 sec.
15 min. 4 sec.
19 min. 21 sec.
512 MB SD/MMC
15 min. 58 sec.
30 min. 8 sec.
38 min. 43 sec.
1 GB SD/MMC
31 min. 57 sec.
60 min. 17 sec.
77 mins. 27 sec.
Power-saving features
If no action for
The camera
To turn it back on
1 minute
EVF/LCD screen turns off.
Press any button.
1, 3 (default), 5, or Turns off.
10 minutes
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Important safety instructions
Using this product
■
Read and follow these instructions before using Kodak products. Always follow
basic safety procedures.
■
Use only a USB-certified computer. Contact your computer manufacturer if you
have questions.
■
The use of an accessory attachment that is not recommended by Kodak, such as an
AC adapter, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
■
If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble this product; there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel. Do not expose this product to liquid,
moisture, or extreme temperatures. Kodak AC adapters and battery chargers are
intended for indoor use only. The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures
other than those specified herein may result in exposure to shock and/or electrical
or mechanical hazards. If the LCD breaks, do not touch the glass or liquid. Contact
Kodak Support.
CAUTION:
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons unless they have been adequately supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance
safely. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
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Battery safety and handling
CAUTION:
When removing batteries, allow them to cool first; batteries may
be hot.
■
Use only batteries that are approved for this product to avoid risk of explosion.
■
Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery
manufacturer.
■
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
■
Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a battery
may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak.
■
Do not disassemble, install backward, or expose batteries to liquid, moisture, fire,
or extreme temperature.
■
Replace all batteries of a set at the same time. Do not mix new batteries with used
ones. Do not mix rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries. Do not mix lithium,
Ni-MH, and Ni-Cd batteries together. Do not mix batteries of different chemistry
types, grades, or brands. Failure to observe this precaution may cause leakage.
■
Remove batteries when the product is stored for an extended period of time. In the
unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product, contact your local Kodak
Customer Service representative.
■
In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, wash immediately with
water and contact your local health provider. For additional health-related
information, contact your local Kodak Customer Service representative.
■
Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations.
■
Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
For more information on batteries, see
www.kodak.com/global/en/service/batteries/batteryUsage.jhtml
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Battery information
Kodak battery replacement types/battery life
Actual battery life may vary based on usage.
KLIC 8000 Li-Ion rechargeable battery
(per charge)
Battery life per CIPA testing method. (Approximate
number of pictures in Auto mode)
225–300
0
400
We recommend using only a Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery
KLIC-8000 or Kodak lithium digital camera battery CRV3. Not all manufacturers’
Li-Ion rechargeable batteries are compatible with the camera. Damage caused by
unauthorized accessories is not covered under warranty.
We do not recommend any size alkaline batteries. For acceptable battery life,
and to make sure your camera operates dependably, use the batteries listed.
Extending battery life
■
Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power:
– Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen
– Using the camera screen as a viewfinder
– Excessive use of the flash
– Excessive use of Continuous AF (see table on page 32)
■
Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a clean,
dry cloth before loading batteries in the camera.
■
Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41°F (5°C). When using
your camera in cold weather, carry spare batteries and keep them warm. Do not
discard cold batteries that do not work; when they return to room temperature,
they may be usable.
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Visit www.kodak.com/go/z612accessories for:
Kodak EasyShare camera dock—powers your camera, transfers pictures to your
computer, and charges the Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital battery KLIC-8000.
Kodak EasyShare printer dock—powers your camera, makes
4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) prints with or without a computer, transfers pictures, and
charges the Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital battery KLIC-8000.
Kodak 3-volt AC adapter—powers your camera.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the AC adapter included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock
or printer dock to power your camera. Your camera may use a different
AC adapter.
Upgrading your software and firmware
Download the latest versions of the software included on the Kodak EasyShare
software CD and the camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera). See
www.kodak.com/go/z612downloads.
Additional care and maintenance
■
If the camera has been subjected to inclement weather or you suspect water has
gotten inside the camera, turn off the camera and remove the batteries and card.
Allow all components to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera
again.
■
Blow gently on the lens or camera screen to remove dust and dirt. Wipe gently
with a soft, lint-free cloth or an untreated lens-cleaning tissue. Do not use cleaning
solutions unless designed specifically for camera lenses. Do not allow chemicals,
such as suntan lotion, to contact painted surfaces.
■
Service agreements are available in some countries. Contact a dealer of Kodak
products for more information.
■
For digital camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities.
In the US, visit the Electronics Industry Alliance Web site at www.eiae.org or the
Kodak Web site at www.kodak.com/go/z612support.
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Warranty
Limited warranty
Kodak warrants Kodak digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be free
from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year from
the date of purchase.
Retain the original dated sales receipt. Proof of the date of purchase will be required
with any request for warranty repair.
Limited warranty coverage
This limited warranty will be honored only within the geographical
location that Kodak digital cameras and accessories were purchased.
Kodak will REPAIR or REPLACE Kodak digital cameras and accessories if they fail to
function properly during the warranty period, subject to any conditions and/or
limitations stated herein. Such repair service will include all labor as well as any
necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. Such repair or replacement is the
sole remedy under this warranty.
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
product, it may be replaced with a remanufactured product.
Limitations
Request for Warranty service will not be accepted without proof of date of purchase,
such as a copy of the original dated Kodak digital camera or accessory sales receipt.
(Always keep the original for your records.)
This warranty does not apply to the battery(s) used in digital cameras or accessories.
This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak’s control, nor problems
caused by failure to follow the operating instructions in the Kodak digital cameras and
accessories User’s Guides.
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THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY WHEN FAILURE IS DUE TO SHIPPING DAMAGE,
ACCIDENT, ALTERATION, MODIFICATION, UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE, MISUSE,
ABUSE, USE WITH INCOMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES OR ATTACHMENTS, FAILURE TO
FOLLOW KODAK’S OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR REPACKING INSTRUCTIONS,
FAILURE TO USE ITEMS SUPPLIED BY KODAK (SUCH AS ADAPTERS AND CABLES), OR
CLAIMS MADE AFTER THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this product. In the event that
the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the duration of the
implied warranty will be one year from the purchase date.
The option of replacement is Kodak’s only obligation. Kodak will not be responsible
for any special, consequential or incidental damages resulting from the sale, purchase,
or use of this product, regardless of the cause. Liability for any special, consequential
or incidental damages (including but not limited to loss of revenue or profit,
downtime costs, loss of the use of the equipment, cost of substitute equipment,
facilities or services, or claims of your customers for such damages resulting from the
purchase, use or failure of the product), regardless of cause or for breach of any
written or implied warranty is expressly disclaimed and excluded here from.
Your rights
Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Some states or jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state or by jurisdiction.
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Outside the United States and Canada
In countries other than the United States and Canada, the terms and conditions of
this warranty may be different. Unless specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the
purchaser in writing by a Kodak company, no warranty or liability exists beyond any
minimum requirements imposed by law, even though defect, damage, or loss may be
by negligence or other act.
Regulatory compliance
FCC compliance and advisory
Kodak EasyShare Z612 zoom digital camera
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
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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 Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Observation des normes-Classe B—Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Australian C-Tick
N137
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling
In the European Union, do not discard the product as unsorted
municipal waste. Contact your local authorities or go to
www.kodak.com for recycling program information.
Korea Class B ITE
English translation:
As this equipment has obtained EMC registration for household use, it can be used in
any area including residential areas.
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VCCI Class B ITE
English translation:
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for
Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a
radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference.
Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
MPEG-4
Use of this product in any manner that complies with the MPEG-4 visual standard is
prohibited, except for use by a consumer engaging in personal and non-commercial
activities.
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Index
Numerics
4-way button, ii
A
A/V out, ii, 45
about picture, video, 39
about this camera, 39
AC adapter, 71
AC adapter connector, ii
accessories
AC adapter, 71
battery, 70
buying, 59
camera dock, 71
printer dock, 17, 71
SD/MMC card, 4
action print, 11
adjust
LCD brightness, 36
volume, 37
advanced digital zoom, 13, 37
AF assist light/self-timer, i
AF control, 34
AF framing marks, 8
AF zone, 34
AF/AE (Auto Focus/Auto Exposure)
indicator, 5
album, 11, 35
albums, tagging pictures for, 45, 46
aperture, 30
aperture priority, 22
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mode, 21
power-off, 38, 67
B
backlight, 23
batteries
extending life, 70
battery
charging, 2
expected life, 70
inserting, 2
safety, 69
battery compartment, ii
beach, 24
black & white, 35
burst mode, 27
button
4-way, ii
delete, ii, 7
drive, i
flash, i
info, ii
menu, ii
OK, ii
review, ii
share, ii
shutter, i
C
cable
audio/video, 45
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camera defaults, return to, 38
camera dock, 71
camera sounds, 37
camera strap
attaching, 1
camera, view information, 39
Canadian compliance, 75
candle light, 23
capture frame grid, 36
capture mode
liveview, 6
caring for your camera, 71
charging battery, 2
checking
camera status, 11
picture status, 11
problems with camera, 54
children, 24
Class B ITE, 75
clock, setting, 3, 4
close-up, 26
cloudy, lighting, 33
color mode, 35
compression
basic, 32, 65
fine, 32, 65
standard, 32, 65
computer
connecting camera, 15, 16
transfer to, 15, 16
continuous shooting, 27
copy, 11
copy pictures
card to memory, 40
memory to card, 40
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to computer via USB cable, 15, 16
crop, 11
cropping pictures, 43
custom camera insert, 20
customer support, 60
customizing camera settings, 36
D
D-22 adapter, 20
date & time, 3, 4, 37
date stamp, 37
daylight, lighting, 33
delete button, ii
deleting
during quickview, 7
from internal memory, 14
from SD/MMC card, 14
protecting pictures, videos, 14
digital zoom, 37
digital zoom, using, 13
displaying slide show, 44
disposal, recycling, 71
dock
camera, 20, 71
compatibility, 20
connector, ii
printer, 17, 20, 71
docking configuration, 20
downloading pictures, 15, 16
drive button, i
drive modes
first burst, 27
last burst, 27
self-timer, 27
shutter delay, 27
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E
EasyShare
gallery, 19
software, 15
emailing pictures, videos, 49
EVF (Electronic Viewfinder), ii
EVF/LCD toggle button, ii
exposure bracketing, 28
exposure bracketing interval, 33
exposure compensation, 30
exposure compensation with exposure
bracketing, 29
exposure metering, 34
external video device
viewing pictures, videos, 45
F
favorites
emailing, 53
removing, 52
settings, 51
tagging, 50
favorites mode, 22
FCC compliance, 74
fireworks, 24
firmware, upgrading, 71
flash
auto, 25
fill, 25
hood, 13
off, 25
red-eye, 25
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flash button, i
flash compensation, 30
flash hood, i
flash-icon behavior, 25
flip-up flash, 13
flower, 23
fluorescent, lighting, 33
focus
button, i
focus button, i
focus mode
AF control, 34
AF zone, 34
infinity, 26
macro AF, 26
normal AF, 26
format, 39
framing marks, 8
framing video, 41
G
guidelines, battery, 70
H
help
web links, 59
histogram, 29
I
icons, mode dial, 21
image stabilizer, 36
image storage, 11, 35
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imprint date, 37
infinity focus, 26
info button, ii, 39
information
about pictures, videos, 39
installing
battery, 2
SD/MMC card, 4
software, 15
internal memory
setup, 35
storage capacity, 65
J
jog dial, ii, 31
K
Kodak EasyShare software
installing, 15
upgrading, 71
Kodak Perfect Touch technology, 43
Kodak web sites, 59
L
landscape, 23
language, 3, 4, 38
LCD brightness, 36
LCD screen, ii
Lens, i
lens
cleaning lens, 71
lens aperture, 30
lens cap
attaching, 1
lighting
80
auto, 33
cloudy, 33
daylight, 33
fluorescent, 33
open shade, 33
sunset, 33
tungsten, 33
lights
battery charger, 2
liveview, 6
loading
battery, 2
SD/MMC card, 4
software, 15
M
Macintosh computers, installing
software on, 15
macro AF, 26
magnifying a picture, 12
maintenance, camera, 71
make picture, 11
manner/museum, 23
manual priority, 22
memory
formatting card, 39
inserting card, 4
storage capacities, 65
menu button, ii
microphone, i
mode description, 38
mode dial, i, 21
mode-dial-light indicator status, 57
modes
aperture priority, 22
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auto, 21
backlight, 23
beach, 24
candle light, 23
children, 24
favorites, 22
fireworks, 24
flower, 23
landscape, 23
manner/museum, 23
manual priority, 22
night landscape, 23
night portrait, 21
party, 23, 26
program, 21
SCN, 21
self-portrait, 23
shutter priority, 22
snow, 24
sport, 21
sunset, 23
text, 23
video, 22
MP (Megapixel), 32, 65
multi-selecting pictures, 7
multi-up, 11
N
night landscape, 23
night portrait, 21
O
on/off switch, i
online prints, ordering, 19
open shade, lighting, 33
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optical zoom, 12
orientation sensor, 37
P
party, 23, 26
PASM modes, 30
Perfect Touch technology, 11, 43
PictBridge printer, 17
picture size/quality, 32
pictures
checking settings, 11
copying, 40
cropping, 43
deleting, 14
emailing tagged, 49
Kodak Perfect Touch, 43
making video picture, 42
printing, 19
printing tagged, 48
protecting, 14
resolution, 32
storage capacity, 65
tagging, 45, 46
taking, modes, 21
transfer via USB cable, 15, 16
picture-taking, 5
portrait, 23, 27
power
auto-off, 67
camera, 3
printer dock, 17, 71
printing
from computer, 19
optimizing printer, 59
order online, 19
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PictBridge, 17
with EasyShare printer dock, 17
program mode, 21
protect, 11
protecting pictures, videos, 14
putting yourself in the picture, 27
Q
quickview, 37
using, 7
R
recycling, disposal, 71
regulatory information, 74
Class B ITE, 75
removing favorites, 52
reset camera, 38
return to previous menu, 36
review button, ii
review icons, 10
review magnifier, ii
review options, 11
review thumbnails, 9
reviewing pictures
as you take them, 7
deleting, 14
magnifying a picture, 12
multi-selecting pictures, 7
protecting, 14
slide show, 44
reviewing videos
deleting, 14
protecting, 14
slide show, 44
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rotate picture, 37
rotecting, 14
running slide show, 44
S
safety
battery, 69
SCN, scene mode, 21, 23
screen, LCD, ii
SD/MMC card
inserting, 4
storage capacities, 65
self-portrait, 23
self-timer, 27
sepia, 35
service and support
telephone numbers, 60
set album, 35
setting, 4
about, 39
advanced digital zoom, 37
AF control, 34
AF zone, 34
album, 35
aperture, 30
auto power-off, 38
camera sounds, 37
capture frame grid, 36
color mode, 35
date & time, 3, 4, 37
date stamp, 37
exposure bracketing interval, 33
exposure compensation, 30
exposure metering, 34
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flash compensation, 30
format, 39
image stabilizer, 36
image storage, 35
language, 4, 38
LCD brightness, 36
mode description, 38
orientation sensor, 37
PASM, 30
picture size/quality, 32
picture-taking mode, 21
quickview, 37
reset camera, 38
return, 36
review, 11
set album, 35
sharpness, 35
sound volume, 37
video date display, 38
video length, 33, 38
video out, 38
video size/quality, 32
white balance, 33
setup menu, 11
setup mode, using, 36
share button, ii, 48
sharpness, 35
shutoff, auto, 67
shutter button, i
press halfway, 5
shutter priority, 22
shutter speed, 30
shutter, problems, 55
sleep mode, 67
slide show, 11
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continuous loop, 45
problems, 56
running, 44
snow, 24
software
installing, 15
upgrading, 71
sound
setting, 37
speaker, i
specifications, camera, 61
sport, 21
storage capacity, 65, 66, 67
storage location, 35
sunset, 23, 33
support, technical, 60
T
tagging
favorites, 50
for email, 49
for print, 49
tagging pictures
for albums, 45, 46
taking a picture, 5
telephone support, 60
telephoto, 12, 13
television, slide show, 45
text, 23
thumbnails, viewing, 9
tips
battery guidelines, 70
care & maintenance, 71
transfer, via USB cable, 15, 16
trash can, deleting, 7
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tripod socket, ii
troubleshooting, 54
tungsten, lighting, 33
turning camera on and off, 3
U
upgrading software, firmware, 71
URLs, Kodak web sites, 59
USB (universal serial bus)
transferring pictures, 15, 16
USB, A/V out, ii
V
VCCI compliance, 76
video
action print, 41
video date display, 38
video length, 33, 38
video mode, 22
video out, regional setting
NTSC, 38
PAL, 38
video size/quality, 32
video taking, 5
videos
checking settings, 11
copying, 40
date/time display, 38
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deleting, 14
emailing tagged, 49
making still picture, 42
making video action print, 41
protecting, 14
resolution, 32
reviewing, 9
storage capacities, 65
transfer to computer, 15, 16
viewing picture
after taking, 7
viewing picture, video information, 39
W
warranty, 72
web sites, 59
white balance, 33
wide angle, 12, 13
Windows OS
installing software, 15
Z
zoom
digital, 13
indicator, 12
lever, ii
optical zoom, 12
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