Kodak DX3215 User Manual

KODAK EASYSHARE DX3215 Zoom Digital CameraUser’s GuideVisit Kodak on the World Wide Web at http://www.kodak.com

1Chapter 11 Getting StartedCongratulations on your purchase of the KODAK EASYSHARE DX3215 Zoom Digital Camera.What Can I Do With My Camera?Capture E

2Chapter 1Camera Package ContentsThe KODAK EASYSHARE DX3215 Zoom Digital Camera includes:1 Camera2 Lithium battery, KCRV3 or equivalent*3 Wrist strap

3Chapter 1Attaching the Wrist StrapThread the strap as shown.Loading the BatteryA KODAK Lithium Battery, KCRV3 (or equivalent) is included.* 1 Open th

4Chapter 1Turning the Camera On and Off1 To turn the camera on, press the power button until the ready light glows.The ready light glows orange while

5Chapter 1Checking the Battery LevelCheck the battery power level before taking pictures. For guidelines on battery usage, see page 62.1 Turn the came

6Chapter 1Automatic Powerdown Saves BatteriesThe powerdown feature extends battery life by turning off the LCD or camera power when the camera is ina

7Chapter 1Checking Camera StatusIn Capture mode, press Select at any time to check which camera settings are active.1 Slide the Mode selector to Captu

8Chapter 1Inserting an Optional MMC/SD CardTo insert a card:1 Turn the camera off.2 Open the card door.3 Orient the card as shown.4 Push the card int

9Chapter 1To remove a card:1 Turn the camera off.2 Open the card door.3 Push the end of the card in, then release it. When it is partially ejected, re

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10Chapter 1Choosing Internal or Removable MemoryIf an MMC/SD card is inserted in the camera, new pictures are stored on the card. If no card is inser

11Chapter 22 Taking PicturesTaking a Picture1 Slide the Mode selector to Capture and turn the camera on.2 Frame your subject using the viewfinder, o

12Chapter 2Previewing Your Picture on the LCDWhen the Preview feature is on, you can use the LCD as a viewfinder.NOTE: Preview is required when you a

13Chapter 2Displaying the Picture Just TakenThe QuickView feature displays a picture on the LCD immediately after you take it. While the picture is di

14Chapter 2Using the FlashUse the flash when taking pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows. The flash is effective 2.5 to 7.9 feet

15Chapter 2Using the ZoomThis camera provides a 2X optical zoom and a 2X digital zoom.1 Set the Mode selector to Capture .2 Press the Telephoto (T) b

16Chapter 2Other Picture-Taking SettingsSetting PageSet Picture Quality see page 22Set Macro Mode see page 22Turn QuickView Off see page 22Place the

17Chapter 33 Reviewing Your PicturesUse Review mode to display and work with the pictures stored in your camera’s internal memory or on an MMC/SD ca

18Chapter 3Deleting PicturesTo delete pictures from a card, insert the card. To delete pictures from internal memory, remove the card.1 Slide the Mod

19Chapter 3Resolution and Print SizesSetting Sensor Resolution (pixels)Maximum Recommended Print Size (inches)Best 1280 x 960 Up to 5 x 7 Best (with 2

iProduct OverviewBack View385 6 743 Viewfinder4 LCD screen5 Flash button6 Select button1 Power button11 Zoom (Telephoto/Wide Angle) button10 4-way arr

20Chapter 3Running a Slide ShowYou can display pictures on the camera LCD, a television screen, or any external video device equipped with a video in

21Chapter 44 Customizing Your Camera SettingsSlide the Mode selector to Setup to customize the camera settings.Setup OptionsCapture Options (page 22

22Chapter 4Capture OptionsSetting Image Quality1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .2 Press the buttons to highlight the Capture Options icon, th

23Chapter 4Review OptionsStarting a Selectable-Interval Slide ShowYou can set the display interval to 5, 10, 30, or 60 seconds.1 Slide the Mode select

24Chapter 4Print OrderBefore using this feature, ensure that an MMC/SD card is inserted in the camera.1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .2 Press th

25Chapter 4Copying PicturesThe Copy feature lets you copy pictures from the camera’s internal memory to an MMC/SD card.NOTE: Before using this feature

26Chapter 4Formatting Camera Memory or MMC/SD CardYou may need to format the camera’s internal memory if it becomes corrupted. You may need to format

27Chapter 4Selecting a LanguageThe Language feature allows you to display the menus and screen messages in different languages.1 Slide the Mode select

28Chapter 4Selecting a Date/Time Format1 Slide the Mode selector to Setup .2 Press the buttons to highlight the Date/Time Set menu.3 Press the

29Chapter 55 Installing the SoftwareMake sure that you install the software from the KODAK Picture Software CD before you transfer pictures from your

iiProduct OverviewFront ViewBottom ViewDX3215ZoomDigitalCamera2 Shutter button1 Flash unit3 MMC/SD card door8 Viewfinder lens7 Lens 5 USB port4 Video

30Chapter 5Install the Software1 Before you begin, close all software applications.2 Place the KODAK Picture Software CD into the CD-ROM drive.3 Load

31Chapter 5Software Included With Your CameraThe KODAK Picture Software CD contains the following software: KODAK Picture Transfer SoftwareAutomatical

32Chapter 5Computer System RequirementsFor acceptable picture transfer and editing, we recommend the following minimum requirements:WINDOWS-Based Sys

33Chapter 66 Transferring Pictures To Your ComputerBefore You Transfer PicturesBefore you connect your camera and transfer pictures, make sure you hav

34Chapter 6Connecting With the EASYSHARE Camera Dock1 Open the connection door on the bottom of the camera.2 Place the camera in the EASYSHARE Camera

35Chapter 6Transferring on a MACINTOSH Computerm Select the Automatic Transfer radio button, then click Transfer.Automatic Transfer copies all picture

36Chapter 6Transferring Your Pictures ManuallyKODAK Camera Connection Software lets you directly access the pictures in your camera and allows you to

37Chapter 6Printing Your PicturesFrom KODAK Picture SoftwarePrint to your home printer with KODAK Premium Picture Paper.From an MMC/SD Cardm Take your

39Chapter 77 Using the EASYSHARE Camera DockThe KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock makes it easy to transfer pictures to the computer. In addition, the Dock

iiiTable of Contents1 Getting Started ...1What Can I Do With My Camera?...

40Chapter 7Installing the Dock InsertKODAK DX-series cameras are packaged with a Dock insert, which is used to custom-fit the camera to the EASYSHARE

41Chapter 7Installing the Battery Pack in the Camera1 Open the battery door on the side of the camera.2 Install the Battery Pack as illustrated.3 Clos

42Chapter 73Place the camera in the Dock, and push down to seat the connectors. The Dock locator pin fits into the camera tripod socket.The Dock ligh

43Chapter 7Transferring PicturesTo transfer pictures from the camera to the computer:1 Dock the camera in the EASYSHARE Camera Dock.2 Press the Connec

45Chapter 88 Troubleshooting ProblemsAdditional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the KODAK Picture Software CD. For up

46Chapter 8Camera CommunicationsProblem Cause SolutionThe computer cannot communicate with the camera.There is a problem with the configuration of th

47Chapter 8CameraProblem Cause SolutionShutter button does not work.Camera is not turned on. Turn the camera on(page 4).The camera is processing a pic

48Chapter 8Picture is too light. The flash is not needed. Change to Auto flash (page 14).The subject was too close when the flash was used.Move so th

49Chapter 8Picture is not clear. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens (page 63).Subject too close when taking picture.Move so there is at least 2.5 feet

iv3 Reviewing Your Pictures ...17Viewing Pictures on the LCD...

50Chapter 8Camera Ready Light Note: The ready light glows steady green when the camera is ready to take a picture.Problem Cause SolutionReady light

51Chapter 8LCD MessagesMessage Cause SolutionACCESS ERROR ON MEMORY CARD. CARD FORMATTING REQUIRED.The MMC/SD card is corrupted or formatted for anoth

52Chapter 8Troubleshooting - EASYSHARE Camera DockEASYSHARE Camera DockProblem Cause SolutionPictures are not transferred to the computerAC adapter o

53Chapter 8EASYSHARE Camera Dock indicator lightLight Status Cause SolutionLight glows steady greenCamera is docked.The camera and EASYSHARE Camera Do

55Chapter 99 Getting HelpIf you need help with your camera or KODKA EASYSHARE Camera Dock, it is available from a number of resources:Software HelpHel

56Chapter 9Telephone Customer SupportIf you have questions concerning the operation of KODAK software or the camera, you may speak directly to a cust

57Chapter 9mOutside the U.S. and Canada—calls are charged at National Rate.Australia 1 800 147 701Austria/Osterreich 0179 567 357Belgium/Belgique 02 7

58Chapter 9Sweden/Sverige 08 587 704 21Switzerland/Schweiz/Suisse 01 838 53 51Taiwan 0800 631 325Thailand 001 800 631 0017UK 0870 2430270Internationa

59Chapter 1010AppendixThis appendix serves as a resource for technical information about your camera, batteries, EASYSHARE Camera Dock, MMC/SD cards,

vPlacing the Date on Pictures ...285 Installing the Software ... 2

60Chapter 10Lens Type Optical quality glass, 8-element Maximum Aperture f/3.8 to 4.5Focal Length 30 to 60 mmFocus DistanceWide: 2.5 feet (75 cm) to i

61Chapter 10EASYSHARE Camera Dock SpecificationsViewfinder OpticalWhite balance AutomaticZoom 2X Optical, 2X DigitalEASYSHARE Camera Dock Specificatio

62Chapter 10Original Factory Settings - CameraUsing Your Batteriesm Replacement Types—your camera can use the following battery types: – 1, KODAK Lit

63Chapter 10rechargeable batteries delivered the best results in a variety of conditions. Ni-MH batteries are designed for high-demand devices, such a

64Chapter 10mClean the outside of the camera by wiping with a clean, dry cloth. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the camer

65Chapter 10Picture Storage CapacitiesMMC/SD cards are available in different storage capacities. The table below indicates how many pictures, using t

66Chapter 10Picture File Naming ConventionsThe camera maintains separate and sequential numbering sequences for the pictures in both the internal mem

67Chapter 10File Naming Conventions After a CopyYour camera maintains separate numbering sequences for the pictures in the internal memory and for the

68Chapter 10not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no g

69IndexAaboutcamera information 25accessories 64auto shutoff 6automaticflash 14powerdown 6printing 18Bbatteriescharging Battery Pack 42checking power

viKODAK Camera Connection Software Online Help. 36Printing Your Pictures... 37From KODAK Pict

70IndexCamera Connection Softwareabout 31online help 36transferring pictures 36Canadian compliance 68caring for your camera 63charging Battery Pack 4

71Indexpackage contents 39power connection 40specifications 61transferring pictures 43USB connection 40using 39editing pictures 35error messages 51Ffa

72IndexKKODAK softwareCamera Connection 31getting help 55installing 30Picture 31Picture Transfer 31Llanguage, setting 27LCDbattery symbol 5error mess

73IndexMultiMedia Card 8Ooptical zoom 15Ppackage contentscamera 2EASYSHARE Camera Dock 39photo paper, purchasing 64Picture Cardformatting 26problems 4

74IndexQQUICKTIME software 31QuickView 13RRAM, requirements 32ReadMe file 45ready lightcamera on 4status 50red-eye, flash 14regulatory information 67

75IndexKODAK Picture 31KODAK Picture Transfer 31QUICKTIME 31specificationscamera 59EASYSHARE Camera Dock 61MACINTOSH system 32WINDOWS-based system 32s

76IndexVviewingcamera information 25viewing pictureafter taking 13, 17before taking 12from internal memory 17on MMC/SD Card 17Wweb site, Kodak 55WIND

vii10 Appendix ..................59DX3215 Camera Specifications........