M420 - Digital Camera KODAK - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL M420 KODAK

1 Installing the software

Before connecting any cables, install the software that was included with your camera. Follow the on-screen instructions.

After installing the software, return to this user guide.

2 Loading and charging the battery

KLIC-7003 battery

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/m420support

Using other charging accessories

First, turn OFF the camera. The charging light blinks during charging and stays steady when the battery is fully charged.

KODAK USB Cable and a USB computer port

Ensure that the USB cable is connected to a powered USB port and the computer is turned on (not in sleep mode).

KODAK 5V AC Adapter

(May be sold separately.)

See the Extended user guide	www.kodak.com/go/m420support
Purchase accessories	www.kodak.com/go/m420accessories

3 Turning on the camera

4 Setting the language and date/time

Language:

to change.

to accept.

Date/Time:

At the prompt, press OK.

to change current field.

for previous/next field.

to accept.

See the Extended user guide

www.kodak.com/go/m420support

5 Taking a picture

① Slide the Mode switch to Smart Capture. Compose the picture.
② Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.

To learn more about Smart Capture and other modes, see page 11.

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/m420support

Reviewing pictures/videos

Review

Press the Review button to enter/exit Review.

View previous/next picture/video.

OK Play a video.

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/m420support

Transferring pictures/videos

(1) Turn on the camera.
2 Connect a KODAK USB Cable, Model U-8.

See the Extended user guide

www.kodak.com/go/m420support

Purchase accessories

www.kodak.com/go/m420accessories

Getting help from your camera

You want the most from your camera. You want to understand:

What it can do for you
And how to take the best possible pictures and videos

Great news!

Your camera offers a built-in Help system. It describes every setting for every menu choice. If you learn nothing else about your camera, learn how to use on-camera Help. Because the more you know your camera, the more confident you become.

See the Extended user guide

www.kodak.com/go/m420support

Keep learning about your camera!

Congratulations!

You have:

• set up your camera
• taken pictures
• transferred pictures to your computer

Keep learning!

Finish reading this book, so you can take and share your best pictures!

Visit www.kodak.com/go/m420support:

• the extended user guide
• interactive troubleshooting and repairs

• interactive tutorials

• FAQs

• downloads
• accessories
• printing information
• product registration

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/m420support

Front View

1 Shutter button
2 Power button
3 Flash button
4 Self-timer/AF Assist light

6 Lens/Lens cover
7 DC-In (5V)
8 Microphone
9 Flash

Back View

1 LCD
2 Zoom (Telephoto/Wide Angle) button
3 Delete, Menu, Info buttons
4 Strap post
5 OK button

6 Share button
7 Review button
8 SD/SDHC Card/Battery compartment
9 USB/AV Out
10 Speaker
11 Tripod socket

1 Doing more with your camera

Slide the Mode switch to the mode that best suits your subjects and surroundings.

Use this mode		For
	Smart Capture	General picture taking—it offers excellent image quality and ease of use. You can choose the best picture size and aspect ratio for your needs—just press the Menu button and choose Picture Size.
	Video	Capturing video with sound.
SCN	Scene	Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures in practically any situation. (See page 12.)

Taking a video

1 Slide the Mode switch to Video
2 Press the Shutter button completely down, then release it. To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again.

Using Scene (SCN) modes

Choose a Scene mode—for great pictures in practically any situation!

1 Slide the Mode switch to SCN.
2 Press to view scene mode descriptions.
3 Press OK to choose a Scene mode.

SCN mode	For
Program	Advanced picture taking—allows more access to manual settings.
Portrait	Full-frame portraits of people.
Sport	Subjects that are in motion.
Landscape	Distant scenes.
Close-up	Close range. Use available light instead of flash, if possible.
Flower	Close-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light.
Sunset	Subjects at dusk.
Backlight	Subjects that are in shadow or "backlit."
Candle Light	Subjects illuminated by candle light.
Children	Action pictures of children in bright light.
Manner/Museum	Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash and sound are disabled.
Text	Documents. Place the camera on a steady surface or tripod.
Beach	Bright beach scenes.
Snow	Bright snow scenes.
Fireworks	Fireworks. Place the camera on a steady surface or tripod.
Self-Portrait	Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.
Night Portrait	Reduces red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions.
Night Landscape	Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire.
Panning	Capturing the illusion of motion; subject is sharp, background is blurry.
Blur Reduction	Reducing blur caused by camera shake or subject motion.
High ISO	People indoors, in low-light scenes.
Panorama (L-R, R-L)	"Stitching" 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene.

Using optical and digital zoom

To zoom in picture-taking mode, press Telephoto (T).

To zoom out, press Wide Angle (W).

To use the 5X digital zoom in video mode, press the Telephoto (T) button. In picture-taking mode, press the Telephoto (T) button until the slider is at the maximum optical zoom range. Release (T), then press it again.

NOTE: Optical zoom is not available in Video mode. Digital zoom is not available in Smart Capture mode. You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The slider pauses and turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 × 6 -in. (10 x 15 cm) print.

Using the flash

Press the flash button repeatedly to scroll through flash modes.

The current flash mode is shown in the LCD status area.

Flash modes		Flash fires
Auto	SA	When the lighting conditions require it.
Fill (Flash On)	S	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. NOTE: (Not available in Smart Capture mode.)
Red Eye	Preflash	A preflash fires, shrinking the eye pupil, before the picture is taken.
Your camera can correct red-eye using 2 methods. To choose a red eye setting, use the Setup menu.	Digital Correction	A preflash does not fire; the camera corrects red eye.
Off	3	Never

Using shortcuts

Your camera has a clean, uncluttered interface. For quick access to the most popular capture and review functions:

1 Press the Info button.
The shortcuts appear.
2 Press / to access functions like Exposure Compensation, Self-timer, and Auto focus. (You'll see different functions in different modes.)
3 Press to choose a setting.

To hide the shortcuts again, press 1.

Using the menu button to change settings

You can change settings to get the best results from your camera.

NOTE: Some modes offer limited settings. Some settings remain until you change them; others, until you change modes or turn off the camera.

1 Press the Menu button.
2 Press / to highlight a tab:

Capture/Video for the most common picture/video-taking settings
Setup for other camera settings

3 Press to highlight a setting, then press OK.
4 Highlight an option, then press OK.

Understanding the picture-taking icons

2 Working with pictures/videos

Deleting pictures/videos

1 Press the Review button.
2 Press for previous/next picture/video.
3 Press the Delete button.
4 Follow the screen prompts.

Viewing pictures as thumbnails

1 Press the Review button.

The camera shows the last picture that was taken.

2 Press the Wide Angle (W) button to view pictures/videos as thumbnails. (Press it again to see more, smaller thumbnails.)
3 To see a single picture/video, press to highlight it. Then press the Telephoto (T) button.

Press the Shutter button halfway down to return to Capture mode.

Using KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology

KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology helps ensure better, brighter pictures. PERFECT TOUCH Technology is automatically applied to pictures taken in Smart Capture mode. (You cannot apply PERFECT TOUCH Technology to videos, panoramic pictures, or pictures to which PERFECT TOUCH Technology is already applied.)

1 Press the Review button, then for previous/next picture.
2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab. Highlight PERFECT TOUCH Tech, then press OK.

The enhancement is previewed. Press / to view other parts of the picture.

3 Press OK. Follow the screen prompts to replace the original picture or to save the enhanced picture as a new one.
Press the Shutter button halfway down to return to Capture mode.

Understanding the review icons

* For more about shortcuts, see page 15.

3 Share your stories!

A thousand ways to tell a story... and each begins with a picture.

How do you tell yours?

Prints	Photo gifts	Digitally
• 4 x 6 pictures • Enlargements, posters • Collages • Photo books	• Cards • Calendars • Mugs • Ties • Shirts	• EASYSHARE Digital Picture Frame • HDTV devices • Email ...and much more!

Pictures start here!

1

Load

KODAK

EASYSHARE

Software.

2

Take pictures.

3

Transfer pictures to your computer.

Pictures become stories here!

At home Online At a local photo retailer

KODAK All-in-One

Inkjet Printers

Kodak Gallery

KODAK Picture Kiosk

www.kodak.com/go/tips

4

Solving camera problems

Camera problems

Status	Solution
Camera does not turn on or off	Make sure the battery is charged and installed correctly (see page 1).
Camera buttons and controls do not function
Flash does not fire	Check the flash setting, and change as needed (see page 14). NOTE: The flash does not fire in all modes.
In Review, a blue or black screen is displayed instead of a picture	Transfer all pictures to the computer (see page 6). Take another picture.
Memory card is almost or entirely full	Transfer the pictures to the computer (see page 6). Delete pictures from the card or insert a new card.
You cannot take a picture	Turn the camera off, then on again. Depress the Shutter button all the way (see page 4). Insert a new or charged battery (see page 1). Memory is full. Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 6), delete pictures (see page 17), or insert another card.

5 Appendix

CAUTION:

Do not disassemble this product; there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 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 customer support.

The use of an accessory that is not recommended by Kodak may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. For approved accessories, visit www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Use only a USB-certified computer equipped with a current-limiting motherboard. Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions.
If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline.
When removing the battery, allow it to cool; it may be hot.
Follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer.
Use only batteries approved for this product to avoid risk of explosion.
- 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.
- Remove the battery when the product is stored for an extended period of time. In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product, contact Kodak customer support.
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 support.
Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations. Visit www.kodak.com/go/kes.
Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

For more information on batteries, see www.kodak.com/go/batterytypes.

Limited Warranty

Kodak warrants Kodak consumer electronic products and accessories ("Products"), 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

Warranty service is only available from within the country where the Products were originally purchased. You may be required to ship Products, at your expense, to the authorized service facility for the country where the Products were purchased. Kodak will repair or replace Products if they fail to function properly during the warranty period, subject to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein. Warranty service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. If Kodak is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will, at its option, refund the purchase price paid for the Product provided the Product has been returned to Kodak along with proof of the purchase price paid. Repair, replacement, or refund of the purchase price are the sole remedies under the warranty. If replacement parts are used in making repairs, those 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. Remanufactured Products, parts and materials are warranted for the remaining warranty term of the original Product, or 90 days after the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer.

Limitations

This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control. 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 (such as third party ink or ink tanks), 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, and disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. 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 or such longer period as required by law. The option of repair, replacement, or refund 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.

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.

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 a 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.

FCC compliance and advisory

KODAK EASYSHARE M420 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 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.

FCC and Industry Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada RSS-210 and FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling

In Europe: For human/environmental protection, it is your responsibility to dispose of this equipment at a collection facility established for this purpose (separate from municipal waste). For more information, contact your retailer, collection facility, or appropriate local authorities; or visit www.kodak.com/go/recycle.

VCCI Class B ITE

Eastman Kodak Company

Rochester, New York 14650

© Eastman Kodak Company, 2008

Kodak, EasyShare, and Perfect Touch are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.

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