Kodak CX6200 User Manual

Kodak EasyShare CX6200 digital cameraUser’s Guidewww.kodak.comFor interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto

viii8 Connecting Camera to Computer ... 61Transferring Pictures With the USB Cable ...61Printing Pict

88Chapter 11Telephone Customer SupportIf you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, you may speak with a customer support

89Chapter 11Telephone NumbersAustralia 1800 147 701Austria/Osterreich 0179 567 357Belgium/Belgique 02 713 14 45Brazil 0800 150000Canada 1 800 465 6325

90Chapter 11For the most up-to-date listings, visit: http://www.kodak.com/US/en/digital/contacts/DAIInternationalContacts.shtmlSpain/Espana 91 749 76

9112 AppendixCamera SpecificationsKodak EasyShare CX6200 digital cameraColor 24-bit, millions of colorsColor modes Color, black & white, sepiaComm

92Chapter 12Lens Type Combination glass/plastic with cover glass lens protectionAperture f/4.5Focal Length 37 mm (equivalent)Focus Distance Standard

93Chapter 12Original Factory SettingsUpgrading Your Software and FirmwareDownload the latest versions of the software included on the Kodak EasyShare

94Chapter 12Tips, Safety, Maintenance! Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” booklet packed with your

95Chapter 12Storage CapacitiesFile sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. Purchase accessories at a dealer of Kod

96Chapter 12Locating Pictures and Videos on a CardPictures stored on SD/MMC Cards use a standard (DCF-Digital Camera Format) agreed upon by many came

97Chapter 12!When you insert a different card into your camera, the next picture number is defined by incrementing the higher of the last picture take

ix11 Getting Help ... 87Helpful Web Links ...

98Chapter 12FCC Compliance and AdvisoryThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to P

99IndexAA/V out, 43, 53AC adapter5-volt, camera dock, 65accessoriesbattery, 15buying, 87camera dock, 63printer dock, 62SD/MMC card, 11adjusting screen

100Indexdocking camera, 67installing custom insert, 64lights status, 69package contents, 63reviewing pictures, 70specifications, 70troubleshooting, 7

101IndexDdatedisplaying on video, 45imprinting on pictures, 28setting, 8DCIM folder, card, 96default settings, original, 93delete button, iideletingby

102IndexHhelpcamera, 73camera dock, 71support, 87troubleshooting, 73web links, 87Iiconscamera screen, 10capture menus, 22review menu, 38setup menu, 5

103Indexloadingbatteries,4,66SD/MMC card, 11software, 59locator for dock, ivMMacintosh OSinstalling software on, 59system requirements, 58magnify pict

104Indexprinting tagged, 48protecting, 39quality, setting, 25reviewing, 35reviewing, camera dock, 70storage capacity, 95tagging, 27, 40taking, 17tran

105Indexmulti-up, 36protecting, 39slide show, 41reviewing videosas you take them, 30camera dock, 70camera screen, 35deleting, 37menu options, 38protec

106Indexsoftwaregetting help, 87installing, 59upgrading, 93specificationscamera, 91camera dock, 70statuscamera dock, charging lights, 68camera dock,

107IndexURLs, Kodak web sites, 87USB (universal serial bus)connecting to camera, 61connecting to camera dock, 65connection location, iiitransferring p

11 Getting StartedInstall Software FirstInstall the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD before connecting the camera (or camera dock) to the

2Chapter 1What Can I Do With My Camera?Capture Still Pictures —Use Auto mode to enjoy point-and-shoot operation.Capture Videos —Capture videos as Q

3Chapter 1Package ContentsNot shown: User’s Guide, Quick Start Guide, Kodak EasyShare software CD. (In some countries, the User’s Guide is provided on

4Chapter 1Loading the BatteriesTwo AA digital camera batteries (non-rechargeable) are included with your camera. 1 Turn off the camera.2 On the botto

5Chapter 1Attaching the Wrist Strap1 Thread the short loop of the wrist strap through the wrist strap post. 2 Thread the long loop through the short l

6Chapter 1Turning the Camera On and Off1 Rotate the Mode dial to: for Still capture mode for Video modeThe ready light blinks green while the camera

7Chapter 1Adjusting the DisplayIf you want to Then do thisTurn the camera screen on (enter Liveview) or off.Press the OK button.Change the Liveview se

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8Chapter 1Setting the Date and TimeSetting the Date & Time, First TimeThe Date & Time have been reset message appears the first time you turn

9Chapter 1Checking Camera Status The icons that appear on the camera screen indicate the active camera and picture settings. See page 10 for a list of

10Chapter 1Camera Screen IconsThese icons appear on your camera screen when the settings are active.*For all flash icons, see page 21.Capture Modes (

11Chapter 1Inserting an SD/MMC CardYour camera has 8 MB of internal memory. However, optional SD/MMC cards provide removable, reusable storage for pic

12Chapter 1Choosing Internal Memory or SD/MMC CardThe camera offers two options for storing pictures and videos:Internal Memory —Store pictures and

13Chapter 1Checking Your Storage SettingIn Still and Video modes, the storage location icon that appears in the status area indicates the camera’s sto

14Chapter 1Important Battery InformationChoose the replacement battery that fits your needs—and get the best performance.Kodak Battery Replacement Ty

15Chapter 1Extending Battery Life! Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power:– Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen (s

172 Taking PicturesThe camera is ready to take pictures when you turn it on—even if you are in Review, Share, or Setup. (In Video mode, the camera cap

iProduct OverviewFront View1 Grip 5 Mode dial2 Wrist strap post 6 Flash unit3 Self Timer/Video light 7 Viewfinder lens4 Shutter button 8 Lens57413

18Chapter 2Liveview—Framing with the Camera ScreenWhen you turn on Liveview, the camera screen displays a live image of what the lens sees. Use the c

19Chapter 2Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just TakenAfter you take a picture, the camera screen displays a Quickview of that picture for approximatel

20Chapter 2Using the Digital ZoomUse Digital Zoom to get up to 3X closer to your subject. You must turn on Liveview to activate Digital Zoom.IMPORTAN

21Chapter 2Using the FlashUse the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows. You can only change the flash setting

22Chapter 2Changing Picture-Taking OptionsUse the Capture menus to change picture-taking options. If you are in Review, Share, or Setup modes you mus

23Chapter 2Putting Yourself in the PictureThe Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time the pict

24Chapter 2Setting Exposure CompensationUse Exposure Compensation to control how much light enters the camera. This setting is useful for taking pict

25Chapter 2Setting Picture QualityUse the Quality setting to select a picture resolution.1 In Auto mode , press the Menu button.2 Press to highligh

26Chapter 2Setting Color ModeUse Color Mode to select Black and White, Color, or Sepia.1 In Auto mode , press the Menu button.2 Press to highlight

27Chapter 2Pre-tagging for Album NamesUse the Set Album (Still) feature to pre-select album names before you take pictures. Then, all the pictures you

iiProduct OverviewBack View1 Camera screen (LCD, liquid crystal display) 7 8Ready lightMode dial2 Share button (page 47) 9 Shutter button3 Controlle

28Chapter 2Third—Transfer to Your ComputerWhen you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare software opens and categorizes

293 Taking VideosUse Video mode to take videos and to customize video-taking settings. Before you take a video, make sure your picture storage locat

30Chapter 3Quickview—Reviewing the Video Just TakenAfter you take a video, the camera processes it, then displays the first frame of the video for ap

31Chapter 3Pre-tagging for Album NamesUse the Set Album (Video) feature to pre-select album names before you take videos. Then, all the videos you tak

32Chapter 3Putting Yourself in the VideoThe Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time video rec

33Chapter 36Compose the scene.Press the Shutter button, then move so that you are in the scene.The Self Timer/Video light blinks slowly for 8 seconds

354 Reviewing Pictures and VideosPress the Review button to view and work with your pictures and videos. To save battery power, place your camera in t

36Chapter 4NOTE: If Picture Quality is set to Best (3:2) (see page 10), the image is displayed at a 3:2 aspect ratio, as shown, with a black bar at t

37Chapter 4Deleting Pictures and Videos1 Press the Review button.2 Press to locate a picture or video (or highlight one in multiple view), then pres

iiiProduct OverviewSide View1 Slot for optional SD/MMC card2USB Port 12

38Chapter 4Changing Optional Review SettingsIn Review mode, press the Menu button to access optional review settings.Magnifying Pictures1 Press the R

39Chapter 4Protecting Pictures and Videos From Deletion1 Press the Review button, then locate the picture or video to protect.2 Press the Menu button.

40Chapter 4Tagging Pictures/Videos for AlbumsUse the Album feature in Review mode to tag the pictures and videos in your camera with album names.Firs

41Chapter 4Third—Transfer to Your ComputerWhen you transfer the tagged pictures and videos to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare software opens and ca

42Chapter 4Running a Continuous Slide Show LoopWhen you turn on Loop, the slide show is continuously repeated.1 On the Slide Show menu, press to hi

43Chapter 4Displaying Pictures/Videos on a TelevisionYou can display pictures and videos on a television, computer monitor, or any device equipped wit

44Chapter 4Copying Pictures and VideosYou can copy pictures and videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory to a card.Before you co

45Chapter 4Displaying Video DateTo display the capture date and time (only during video playback on the camera):1 Press the Review button, then press

475 Sharing Pictures and VideosThe Share button lets you “tag” your pictures and videos. When they are transferred to your computer, you can share:Whe

ivProduct OverviewTop and Bottom Views1 Shutter button 4 Tripod socket/locator, dock 60002 Mode dial 5 Dock connector3 Battery door 6 Locator, dock

48Chapter 5Tagging Pictures for Printing1 Press the Share button. Press to locate a picture. 2 Press to highlight Print , then press the OK butt

49Chapter 5Tagging Pictures and Videos for EmailingFirst—On Your ComputerUse Kodak EasyShare software to create an email address book on your computer

50Chapter 5Tagging Pictures and Videos as Favorites1 Press the Share button. Press to locate a picture. 2 Press to highlight Favorite , then pre

516 Customizing Your Camera SettingsUse Setup to customize camera settings according to your preferences.To Access Setup Mode/Menus1 In any mode (incl

52Chapter 6Changing the Default Print QuantityThe Default Print Quantity setting determines the value that is displayed on the Share Print screen (pa

53Chapter 6Turning On Liveview in Auto ModeThe Liveview feature lets you use the camera screen as a viewfinder (see page 18). The default setting is L

54Chapter 64Highlight an option, then press the OK button:NTSC (default)—used in most countries except those in Europe and China. North America and J

55Chapter 6Formatting Internal Memory or SD/MMC CardCAUTION:Formatting erases all pictures and videos, including those that are protected. Removing a

577 Installing the SoftwareNOTE: To install software on computers running Windows 2000, Windows XP Pro operating systems, or Mac OS X, you need admini

vTable of Contents1 Getting Started ...1Install Software First...

58Chapter 7Mac OS X System Requirements! Macintosh computer with a G3 or G4 processor! Mac OS 10.1.2, minimum! 128 MB of available RAM! 200 MB of ava

59Chapter 7Install the SoftwareFor information on the software applications included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD, click the Help button in the

60Chapter 74Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.! Windows OS-based computers—select Complete to automatically install the most

618 Connecting Camera to ComputerCAUTION:Install Kodak EasyShare software before connecting the camera or optional camera dock to the computer. Failur

62Chapter 8NOTE: Go to www.kodak.com/go/howto for an online tutorial on connecting.You can also use a Kodak multi-card reader or Kodak SD multimedia

639 Using the Camera Dock 6000The Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000: ! Makes it easy to transfer pictures and videos to the computer.! Charges the incl

64Chapter 9Installing the Custom Camera InsertA universal insert is pre-installed in the camera dock. It allows all Kodak EasyShare CX/DX6000 series

65Chapter 9Connecting the Camera Dock 6000After the Kodak EasyShare software is loaded (see page 57), connect the camera dock to your computer and to

66Chapter 9Installing the Rechargeable BatteryYou received non-rechargeable batteries with your camera. To take full advantage of your camera dock 60

67Chapter 9Docking the CameraTo charge the battery or to transfer pictures and videos from the camera to the computer:1 Flip down the camera dock foot

viPutting Yourself in the Picture...23Setting Exposure Compensation ...24

68Chapter 9Charging the Battery1 Make sure the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack is installed in the camera (see page 66).2 Turn off th

69Chapter 9Transferring Pictures With the DockAfter the Kodak EasyShare software is loaded on your computer (see page 57), you can transfer pictures a

70Chapter 9Reviewing Pictures and VideosWhen the camera is in the dock, the camera is powered by the dock, not the camera batteries. Save battery pow

71Chapter 9Troubleshooting—Camera Dock 6000Earlier Cameras and DocksYour Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000 requires a Kodak EasyShare CX/DX6000 or LS60

7310TroubleshootingWhen you have questions about your camera or camera dock 6000, start here. Additional technical information is available in the Rea

74Chapter 10Shutter button does not work.Camera is not turned on.Turn on the camera (page 6).The camera is processing a picture; the ready light (nea

75Chapter 10In Review mode, you do not see a picture (or the expected picture) on the camera screen.The camera may not be accessing the correct storag

76Chapter 10In Review mode, a blue screen is displayed instead of a picture.The picture has no thumbnail or an unrecognized thumbnail.Transfer the pi

77Chapter 10Camera/Computer CommunicationsProblem Cause SolutionThe computer cannot communicate with the camera.(For communication problems with a cam

vii5 Sharing Pictures and Videos ...47When Can I Tag My Pictures and Videos?...47Tagging P

78Chapter 10SD/MMC Cards and Internal MemoryCannot transfer pictures. (The Add New Hardware Wizard cannot locate drivers.)Software is not installed.

79Chapter 10Camera Screen MessagesMemory card fullStorage is full. Transfer pictures and videos to the computer, then delete them from the camera.The

80Chapter 10Internal memory requires formattingThe camera internal memory is corrupted.Format the internal memory (page 55).Caution: Formatting erase

81Chapter 10Memory card is protected (Reset switch on memory card)Switch on card is in write-protect position.Reset the switch as shown on camera scre

82Chapter 10Date and time have been resetThis is the first time you turned on the camera; or the battery has been removed for an extended period of t

83Chapter 10Unrecognized file formatThe camera cannot read the picture format.Transfer the unreadable picture to the computer (page 61), or delete the

84Chapter 10Camera Ready Light StatusStatus Cause SolutionReady light does not turn on and the camera does not work.Camera is not turned on.Turn on

85Chapter 10Ready light blinks red. Battery is low or exhausted.Recharge the battery (page 68) or install a new one (page 4).Ready light glows steady

8711 Getting HelpHelpful Web LinksHelp in this ManualSee Troubleshooting, page 73 for help with problems you may have with your camera, camera/compute