Kodak CX4230 User Manual

KODAK EASYSHARE CX4230Zoom Digital CameraUser’s Guide Visit Kodak on the World Wide Web at www.kodak.com

2Chapter 1What Can I Do With My KODAK EASYSHARE CX4230 Zoom Digital Camera?Take Pictures —Enjoy point-and-shoot operation with flash, self timer, a

92Indexpower connection, 51specifications, 87transferring pictures, 55USB connection, 51using, 49Canadian compliance, 89capture modeaccessing menus,

93Indexdeletingby formatting, 41during quickview, 15last picture, 15pictures, 28protected pictures, 28digital pictures, using, 2, 48digital zoom, 17di

94IndexIiconscamera status, 8capture menus, 18picture information, 25review menus, 26setup menus, 37share menus, 33image storage menu, 10images. See

95Indexready, camera, 69self-timer, camera, iii, 20links, world wide web, 75liveviewturning on, 39using lcd as viewfinder, 14loadingBattery Pack, 52CR

96IndexNNTSC, video out setting, 40Oon/off switch, iii, 5optical zoom, 17orientation sensor, 24overviewcamera features, iii–ivcamera modes, 11Ppackag

97Indexthis user guide, 1protect icon, 25protecting pictures, 28Qqualityprint, digital zoom, 17settings, 22, 83quickviewdeleting pictures, 15reviewing

98Indexresolution, 22self-timer, 20video out, 40setup modegetting there, 37overview, 11returning to previous, 38using, 37share button, 34, 35, 36shar

99Indexusing lcd as viewfinder, 14telephone support, 76television, viewing pictures, 30thumbnails, viewing on lcd, 27time, setting, 7timer, shutter de

100Indexbutton, 6optical, digital, 17

3Chapter 1Camera Package Contents1 Camera2 Wrist strap3 USB cable 4 Video cable(for viewing pictures on a television)5 Custom camera insert*6 KODAK CR

4Chapter 1Attaching the Wrist Strap1 Thread the short loop of the strap through the wrist strap post.2 Thread the long end of the strap through the s

5Chapter 1Turning the Camera On and Off1 Slide the On/Off switch to the On position.The ready light blinks green while the camera performs a self-chec

6Chapter 1Using the 4-Way Arrow/Zoom ButtonNavigating—use and (W/T) to scroll through your pictures and menus.Zoom—use (W/T) to zoom in or out wh

7Chapter 1Setting the ClockThe Date & Time screen is automatically displayed the first time you turn on the camera or if the battery is removed fo

8Chapter 1Checking Camera StatusTo check the current camera settings press:Camera Status Icons Battery StatusIf no battery icon appears on the LCD, t

9Chapter 1Inserting an MMC/SD CardOptional MMC/SD cards provide removable, reusable storage for pictures.CAUTION:The card can only be inserted one way

10Chapter 1Choosing Internal Memory or MMC/SD CardThe camera offers two options for storing pictures:Internal Memory—store up to 23 pictures (at Best

11Chapter 1Camera ModesThe camera has four modes: Capture, Review, Share, and Setup. You can always tell which mode the camera is in:Capture —the LCD

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132 Taking Pictures—Capture ModeTake a Picture AnytimeThe camera is in Capture mode when you turn it on. Press the Shutter button to take a picture.

14Chapter 2Liveview—Using the LCD to Frame Your SubjectWhen you turn on Liveview, the LCD displays a live image of what the lens sees. Look at the LC

15Chapter 2Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just TakenAfter you take a picture, the LCD displays a Quickview of that picture for approximately 5 second

16Chapter 2Using the FlashUse the flash when you take pictures outdoors in heavy shadows, at night, or indoors. Flash is effective between these dist

17Chapter 2Using Optical ZoomUse Optical Zoom to get up to three times closer (3X) to your subject. When you turn on the camera, the lens extends to t

18Chapter 2Changing Picture-Taking OptionsUse the Capture menus to change picture-taking options. If you are in Review, Share, or Setup modes you mus

19Chapter 2Taking Close-up PicturesThe Close-up setting helps you gain sharpness and detail at close range. Use Close-up between these distances:m Wid

20Chapter 2Putting Yourself in the PictureThe Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time the pic

21Chapter 2Setting Exposure CompensationUse Exposure Compensation to control how much light is allowed into the camera. The exposure range is +2 to -2

iiiProduct OverviewCamera FrontCamera Bottom1 Shutter button 5 Self Timer light2 Flash unit 6 Lens with built-in cover3 On / Off switch 7a USB connect

22Chapter 2Setting Picture QualityUse the Quality setting to select a picture resolution:1 In Capture mode, press the Menu button.2 Highlight Quality

23Chapter 2Placing the Date on PicturesUse Date Stamp to imprint the date on your pictures.1 Make sure the camera clock is set to the correct date (pa

24Chapter 2Turning Off the Orientation SensorIf you turn the camera when you take a picture (for example, to take a lengthwise or portrait, shot), th

253 Reviewing Pictures—Review ModeUse Review mode to view and work with the pictures that are stored in internal memory or on a card. Remember, pres

26Chapter 3To Access the Review MenusUse the Review menus to work with the pictures that are stored in internal memory or on a card. 1 Press the Revi

27Chapter 3Viewing Single Pictures1 Press the Review button.The camera displays the last picture that was taken or reviewed. 2 Press to scroll backw

28Chapter 3Deleting Pictures1 Press the Review button.2 Display a picture in single view or highlight a picture in multiple view, then press the Dele

29Chapter 3Running a Slide ShowUse the Slide Show to display your pictures on the LCD in the order in which you took them. To run a slide show on a te

30Chapter 3Turning On LoopWhen you turn on Loop, the slide show is continuously repeated.1 On the Slide Show menu, press to scroll down to Loop; hi

31Chapter 3Copying PicturesYou can copy pictures from a card to internal memory, or from internal memory to a card.Before you copy make sure that:m A

ivProduct OverviewCamera Back1 Viewfinder 8 Video out port2 Ready light 9 Wrist strap post3 Menu button 10 MMC/SD card door4 Flash button 11 Review b

32Chapter 3Magnifying Pictures1 Press the Review button, then press the Select button.The picture is displayed at 2X magnification. The Magnify icon

334 Tagging Pictures—Share ModePress the Share button to tag your pictures:m For automatic printingm For automatic emailingm As FavoritesFor details o

34Chapter 4Tagging Pictures for Printing1 Locate a picture, then press the Share button.2 Highlight Print and press the Select button.3 Press to

35Chapter 4Tagging Pictures for EmailingFirst, use KODAK EASYSHARE Software to create an email address book on your computer, then copy up to 32 email

36Chapter 4Tagging Pictures as Favorites1 Locate a picture, then press the Share button.2 Highlight Favorite , then press the Select button.The Favo

375 Customizing Camera Settings—Setup ModeUse Setup mode to customize your camera settings. You can access Setup mode two ways: in the Capture menu

38Chapter 5Returning to the Previous MenuThe Return feature lets you return to the menu screen from which you entered the Setup menu. m In the Setup

39Chapter 5Turning Off QuickviewAfter you take a picture, Quickview displays it on the LCD for approximately 5 seconds (see page 15). To save battery

40Chapter 5Setting Video OutThe Video Out feature lets you match the camera’s video signal to the standard for your location. Video Out must be set c

41Chapter 5Formatting Memory or MMC/SD CardCAUTION:Formatting deletes everything in memory or on the card, even protected pictures. Removing a card du

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

42Chapter 5Viewing Camera InformationThe About feature displays information that is helpful if you need to call for service on your camera.1 In Captu

436 Installing the SoftwareSystem RequirementsWINDOWS System Requirements m Personal computer for WINDOWS 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, or XPm 233 MHz processor

44Chapter 6MACINTOSH OS 8.6/9.x System Requirementsm PowerPC-based MACINTOSH computer m MACINTOSH OS 8.6/9.xm 64 MB of available RAMm 200 MB of avail

45Chapter 6Install the SoftwareFor information on the software applications included on the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD, see the Quick Start Guide or

46Chapter 64Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If prompted, restart the computer when the installation is complete.m Select T

477 Connecting to the ComputerImportant—Before You Connect Install the software from the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD BEFORE you connect the camera or

48Chapter 7Transferring Pictures to Your ComputerFor details on transferring pictures, see the Quick Start Guide or the KODAK EASYSHARE Software Help

498 Using the KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock IIThe KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock II (Camera Dock) makes it easy to transfer your pictures to the computer.

50Chapter 8Installing the Camera InsertKODAK EASYSHARE digital cameras are packaged with a custom camera insert, which is used to perfectly fit the c

51Chapter 8Connecting the Camera DockAfter the KODAK EASYSHARE Software is loaded (see page 45), connect the Camera Dock to your computer and to an ex

viUsing Optical Zoom ...17Using Digital Zoom...

52Chapter 8Installing the Battery Pack in the Camera1 Open the battery door on the bottom of the camera.2 Install the Battery Pack as illustrated.CAU

53Chapter 8Docking the CameraWhen you are ready to transfer your pictures from the camera to the computer, or charge the Battery Pack, place the camer

54Chapter 8Charging the Battery PackThe Battery Pack is not charged when you receive it.1 Turn off the camera.2 Make sure the Battery Pack is install

55Chapter 8Transferring PicturesTo transfer pictures from your camera to your computer:1 Place the camera in the Camera Dock.The camera can be on or o

56Chapter 8Earlier Camera Dock ModelIf you have the KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock, not the Camera Dock II, the functionality is exactly the same as des

579 TroubleshootingThis chapter contains help for your KODAK EASYSHARE CX4230 Zoom Digital Camera or Camera Dock II.Additional technical information i

58Chapter 9Camera does not turn off; lens does not retract.Alkaline batteries were installed in the camera.DO NOT USE ALKALINE BATTERIES. Turn off th

59Chapter 9Part of the picture is missing.Something was blocking the lens when the picture was taken.Keep hands, fingers, or other objects away from t

60Chapter 9Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or did not function.Turn on the flash (page 16).The subject is too far away for the flash to have an

61Chapter 9Stored pictures are damaged.The card was removed when the ready light was blinking.Make sure the ready light is not blinking before removin

viiChapter Returning to the Previous Menu ...38Changing the Print Quantity Default ...

62Chapter 9Slide show does not run on external video device.Video Out setting is incorrect.Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, page 40)

63Chapter 9Camera/Computer CommunicationsCamera CommunicationsProblem Cause SolutionThe computer cannot communicate with the camera.There is a problem

64Chapter 9Cannot transfer pictures to computer. The Add New Hardware Wizard cannot locate drivers.Software is not installed on computer.m Disconnect

65Chapter 9MMC/SD CardsMMC/SD CardProblem Cause SolutionThe camera does not recognize your MMC/SD card.The card may not be MMC/SD certified.Purchase a

66Chapter 9Camera LCD MessagesLCD MessagesMessage Cause SolutionNo images to display There are no pictures in the current storage location.Change you

67Chapter 9Card is protected (Reset switch on card)Switch on card is in write-protect position.Reset the switch as shown on LCD.Card is locked The car

68Chapter 9Internal Memory is full There is no more space in the camera’s internal memory.Delete pictures from the internal memory (page 28) or chang

69Chapter 9Camera Ready Light StatusCamera Ready Light Problem Cause SolutionReady light does not turn on and the camera does not work.Camera is not

70Chapter 9Ready light glows steady red.Camera’s internal memory or card is full.Transfer pictures to your computer (page 47), delete pictures from t

71Chapter 9Troubleshooting—Camera Dock IICamera Dock II ProblemsCamera DockProblem Cause SolutionPictures are not transferred to the computerAC adapte

viiiChapter Caution When Using a Tripod...55Earlier Camera Dock Model...

72Chapter 9Camera Dock II Light StatusCamera Dock Power/Transfer LightLight Status Cause CommentLight glows steady greenCamera is properly seated in

73Chapter 9One green lightBattery is low. The camera and Camera Dock are operating normally.Two green lightsBattery is partially charged.Three green l

7510Getting HelpHelpful Web LinksHelp in this User GuideSee Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, for help with problems you may have with your camera, camera/c

76Chapter 10Telephone Customer SupportIf you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, you may speak directly to a customer

77Chapter 10Telephone NumbersAustralia 1800 147 701Austria/Osterreich 0179 567 357Belgium/Belgique 02 713 14 45Brazil 0800 15 0000Canada 1 800 465 632

78Chapter 10For the most up-to-date listings, visit: http://www.kodak.com/US/en/digital/contacts/DAIInternationalContacts.shtml.Spain/España 91 749 7

7911 AppendixThis appendix serves as a resource for technical information about your KODAK EASYSHARE CX4230 Zoom Digital Camera, KODAK EASYSHARE Camer

80Chapter 11Power Batteries 2 Lithium, AAKODAK CRV3 Lithium Battery2 Ni-MH, AA rechargeableAlkaline batteries not recommendedBattery Pack, Camera Doc

81Chapter 11Original Factory Settings—CameraUpgrading Your Software and FirmwareTake advantage of the latest enhancements to your Kodak software and c

11 Getting StartedInstall the Software FirstIt is important to install the KODAK EASYSHARE Software on your computer before you connect the camera to

82Chapter 11Tips, Safety, Maintenancem Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” booklet packed with your

83Chapter 11Picture Storage CapacitiesPicture file sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures. Purchase cards on our Web site at

84Chapter 11Card File Naming Conventionsm Pictures are named DCP_nnnn.JPG, and are numbered in the order in which they are taken. The first picture i

85Chapter 11Using Your Batteriesm Replacement Types—your camera can use the following battery types:– 2, 1.5 volt AA lithium batteries– 1, KODAK CRV3

86Chapter 11Battery-Saving FeaturesThe LCD or camera turn off when the camera has been inactive.Optional AC AdapterTo save battery power, purchase a

87Chapter 11Camera Dock II SpecificationsSpecifications—KODAK EASYSHARE Camera Dock IICommunication with computer USB Cable included with KODAK EASYS

88Chapter 11Regulatory InformationFCC Compliance and AdvisoryThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followin

89Chapter 11Canadian DOC StatementDOC Class B Compliance—This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Observation des normes-Class B

91IndexAaboutcamera information, 42picture information, 32AC adapter, optional, 86accessories, buying, 75adjustingexposure, 21picture quality, 22resol