Z950 - Digital Camera KODAK - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Z950 KODAK

Purchase extra batteries

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2 Charging the battery

KODAK 5V AC Adapter (optional accessory)
KODAK USB Cable, Model U-8

See the Extended user guide

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Inserting an SD or SDHC Card

Your camera has internal memory. You can purchase an SD or SDHC Card to store more pictures and videos. (Maximum supported card size is 32 GB.)

CAUTION:

A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card when the camera is on may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera.

① Turn off the camera.
(2) Insert or remove the card.
③ Turn on the camera.

Purchase cards

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4 Attaching the strap

5 Turning on the camera

Setting the language and date/time

Language:

to change.

OK to accept.

Date/Time:

At the prompt, press OK.

to change current field.

for previous/next field.

OK to accept.

See the Extended user guide

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Taking a picture

① Turn the Mode dial to Smart Capture
2 Press the Shutter button halfway to lock the focus. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.

See the Extended user guide

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Learn more about Smart Capture and other modes see page 13

Reviewing pictures/videos

Press the Review button to enter/exit Review.

View previous/next picture/video.
Play a video.

See the Extended user guide

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Transferring pictures/videos

(1) Turn off the camera.
② Connect the KODAK USB Cable, Model U-8.
③ Turn on the camera.

KODAK EASYSHARE Software opens on your computer and prompts you through the transfer process.

Purchase accessories	www.kodak.com/go/z950accessories
Learn more about connecting	www.kodak.com/go/howto

Getting help from your camera

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.

Press the Menu button, then highlight a menu choice.
Press the Info button.

Scroll through a Help topic

See the Extended user guide

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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/z950support:

• the extended user guide
• interactive troubleshooting and repairs
• interactive tutorials
• FAQs
• downloads
• accessories
• printing information
• product registration

Front view

1 Shutter button
2 Flash button
3 Self-timer/Burst button
4 Power button
5 Power/Charging status light
6 Mode dial

7 Self-timer/Video/AF Assist light
8 Lens/Lens cover
9 Microphone
10 Flash
11 Zoom Telephoto (+), Wide Angle (-) lever

Back view

1 Delete/Menu/Info/Review buttons
2 Speaker
3 Strap post
4 5V DC-In
5 USB/AV out

6 OK
7 Share button
8 SD/SDHC Card slot
9 Battery compartment
10 Tripod socket

1 Doing more with your camera

Choose the mode that best suits your subjects and surroundings.

Capture mode		For
Smart Capture		General picture taking—it offers excellent image quality and ease of use.
Sport		Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast.
Panorama		Stitching 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene.
Scene		Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under special conditions.
P	Program	More creative control.
A	Aperture
S	Shutter
M	Manual
Video		Video with sound.

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z950support

Using the flash

Press the flash button repeatedly to scroll through flash modes.

The current flash mode is shown on the LCD.

Flash modes		Flash fires
SA	Auto	When the lighting conditions require it.
Fill (Flash On)		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). NOTE: (Not available in Smart Capture mode.)
Preflash	Red Eye	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, see the Setup menu.
Digital Correction		A preflash does not fire; the camera corrects red eye.
Off		Never

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z950support

Using the zoom

1 Use the LCD to frame your subject.
2 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle (W) to zoom out.
3 Take the picture or video.

Using digital zoom

Use digital zoom to get up to 5X beyond optical zoom while taking pictures. Digital zoom is not available in Smart Capture mode.

NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The slider on the LCD turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 × 6 -in. (10 x 15 cm) print.

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z950support

Using the menu button to change settings

1 Press the Menu button.
2 Press / to highlight a tab:
3 Press to highlight a setting, then press OK.
4 Highlight an option, then press OK. (Some options let you use

IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 9..

Understanding the picture-taking icons

P, A, S, and M modes

Use these modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures.

Mode	When to use	Press ↗, ↗ to control
P	Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture (f-stop) based on the scene lighting.	Exposure compensation (how much light enters the camera), flash compensation, focus mode, and ISO
A	Aperture Priority mode controls depth of field (the range of sharpness). The aperture setting may be affected by optical zoom.	Aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, focus mode, and ISO
S	Shutter Priority lets you choose a faster shutter speed to prevent motion blur. The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)	Shutter speed, focus mode, ISO, and flash compensation
M	Manual mode offers the highest level of creative control. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)	Aperture, shutter speed, flash compensation, focus mode, and ISO

NOTE: Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. 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 page 35) to reset P, A, S, and M modes to their default settings. If using flash compensation, the flash cannot be in the Off setting (see page 14).

Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings

1 Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M.
2 Press / to access a setting. Press / to change the setting.

Note: A yellow setting indicates possible unsatisfactory results. (However, you can still take the picture.)

Aperture—(also known as f-stop) control the size of the lens opening, which determines the depth of field.

Smaller f-stop numbers indicate a larger lens opening; good for low-light.
Larger f-stop numbers indicate a smaller lens opening; keeps the main subject sharp; good for landscapes and well-lit conditions.

Shutter Speed—control how long the shutter stays open. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)

Exposure Compensation—adjust the exposure. If the picture is too light, decrease the setting; if it's too dark, increase the setting.

Flash Compensation—adjust flash brightness.

Focus Mode—choose Auto, Close-up, Landscape, or Manual Focus.

ISO—adjust the camera's sensitivity to light. Higher ISO indicates greater sensitivity.

2 Working with pictures/videos

Deleting pictures/videos

1 Press the Review button.
2 Press to find a picture/video.
3 Press the Delete button, then follow the screen prompts.

Understanding the review icons

See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z950support

3 Share your stories!

Pictures start here!

①
Load software.

2
Take pictures.
3

Transfer pictures to your computer.

Pictures become stories here!

KODAK All-in-One Printers

KodakGallery

KODAK Picture Kiosk

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4

Solving camera problems

Status	Solution
Camera does not turn on.	■ Install new battery (see page 1). ■ Charge rechargeable battery.
Camera does not turn off.	■ Remove the battery, then reinsert or replace it. If the camera still does not function, visit www.kodak.com/go/z950support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs.
In Review mode, a blue or black screen is displayed instead of a picture.	■ Transfer the picture to the computer (see page 8), then format the card or internal memory. Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files.
Flash does not fire	■ Check the flash setting, and change as needed (see page 14). NOTE: The flash does not fire in all modes.
Memory card is almost or entirely full	■ Transfer the pictures to the computer (see page 8). ■ Delete pictures from the card (see page 19) or insert a new card.
Battery life is short	■ Make sure the correct battery type is installed. ■ Wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth before inserting a battery in the camera. ■ Insert a new or charged battery (see page 1).

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, see 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. See www.kodak.com/go/kes.
Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries. For more information, see www.kodak.com/go/batteries.

Limited warranty

Kodak warrants its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for the warranty period specified on your Kodak Product packaging. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Proof of purchase date is 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. In the event that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the duration of the implied warranty will be the length of the express warranty period specified on your Kodak product packaging. 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

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.

CE

Hereby, Eastman Kodak Company declares that this KODAK Product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/E.

Canadian DOC statement

DOC Class B Compliance—This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Eastman Kodak Company

Rochester, New York 14650

© Kodak, 2009

Kodak and EasyShare are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.

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