Kodak CX4310 User Manual

Kodak EasyShare CX4310digital cameraUser’s Guide Visit Kodak on the World Wide Web at www.kodak.com

2Chapter 1Camera Package ContentsContents subject to change. Check box for contents listing.Also included but not shown: 2 Kodak digital camera batte

92Indextransferring pictures, 59USB connection, 55using, 53Canadian compliance, 89cap, lens, 3capacityinternal memory/cards, 85capture modeaccessing

93Indexlast picture, 17pictures, 30protected pictures, 31digital pictures, using, 52digital zoom, 19display problems, 63displaying pictures, 27distanc

94Indexcamera, 61—73troubleshooting camera dock, 74—76web links, 77with computers, 77Iiconscamera status, 8capture menus, 20picture information, 27re

95Indexcleaning, 84specifications, 82lens cap, 3lightscamera dock, 60camera dock II, 58, 75—76ready, camera, 15, 72self timer, camera,i,22links, world

96Indexsetup, 41share, 37monitor, requirements, 47multi-up, viewing thumbnails, 29NNTSC, video out setting, 44OOK button, ii, 5on/off switch, i, 5ori

97Indexprintingchanging default quantity, 42from a card, 52optimizing printer, 77pictures, 52tagged pictures, 38this user guide, 1without a computer,

98Indexclock, 7date and time, 7flash, 18language, 6NTSC/PAL, 44picture quality, 24picture storage location, 10resolution, 24self timer, 22video out,

99Indexshare mode, 37when and where, 37taking picturescapture mode, 15changing options, 20—26close-up, 21menus, 20self timer, 22setting quality, 24usi

100IndexWweb links, 77Windowsinstalling software, 49system requirements, 47wrist strap, attaching, 3Zzoombutton, ii, 5optical, digital, 19

3Chapter 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 sh

4Chapter 1Loading the BatteriesKodak digital camera batteries (2, AA) are included with your camera.1 Turn off the camera.2 On the bottom of the came

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 1Selecting a LanguageYou can display menus and screen messages in different languages.The Language screen is automatically displayed the fir

7Chapter 1Setting the ClockThe Date & Time screen appears the first time you turn on the camera or if the battery is removed for an extended time.

8Chapter 1Checking Camera StatusTo check the current camera settings, press the down arrow in Capture mode or the flash button any time:Camera Status

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

10Chapter 1Choosing Internal Memory or SD/MMC CardThe camera offers two options for storing pictures:Internal Memory—store up to 14 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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12Chapter 1Important Battery InformationChoose the replacement battery that fits your needs—and get the best performance.Battery Replacement Types/Ba

13Chapter 1Extending Battery Life! Battery life depends significantly on battery age, usage conditions, and type. Digital cameras are demanding on bat

152 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.

16Chapter 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

17Chapter 2Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just TakenAfter you take a picture, the LCD displays a Quickview of that picture for 5 seconds. While the p

18Chapter 2Using the FlashUse the flash when you take pictures outdoors in heavy shadows, at night, or indoors. Flash is effective at the distances o

19Chapter 2Using Digital ZoomUse Digital Zoom to zoom in two times closer to your subject. The lens does not move during Digital Zoom. IMPORTANT: You

20Chapter 2Changing Picture-Taking OptionsUse the Capture menus to change picture-taking options. If you are in Review, Share, or Setup modes you mus

21Chapter 2Taking Close-up PicturesThe Close-up setting helps you gain sharpness and detail at close range. The Close-Up focus distance is 5.9 to 19.7

iProduct OverviewCamera FrontCamera Bottom1 Shutter button 5 Viewfinder lens2Flash unit 6 Lens3 On / Off switch 7a USB connector 4 Self Timer light 7b

22Chapter 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

23Chapter 2Setting Exposure CompensationUse Exposure Compensation to control how much light is allowed into the camera. The exposure range is +2 to -2

24Chapter 2Setting Picture QualityUse the Quality setting to select a picture resolution:1 In Capture mode, press the Menu button.2 Highlight Quality

25Chapter 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

26Chapter 2Setting the Orientation SensorIf you rotate the camera to take a picture (for example, a portrait shot), the Orientation Sensor rotates th

273 Reviewing Pictures—Review ModeUse Review mode to view and work with the pictures that are stored in internal memory or on a card.NOTE: Reviewing

28Chapter 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

29Chapter 3Viewing Single Pictures1 Press the Review button.The camera displays the last picture that was taken or reviewed. 2 Press to scroll backw

30Chapter 3Deleting Pictures1 Press the Review button.2 Select a picture in single view or highlight a picture in multiple view, then press the Delet

31Chapter 3Protecting Pictures From Deletion1 Press the Review button, then locate the picture to protect.2 Press the Menu button.3 Highlight Protect

iiProduct OverviewCamera Back1 Viewfinder 8 SD/MMC card door2 Ready light 9 Flash button3 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) 10 Share button4 Shutter butto

32Chapter 34To cancel the Slide Show, press the OK button.Changing the Display IntervalThe default setting displays each picture for 5 seconds. You c

33Chapter 3Displaying Pictures on a TelevisionYou can run a slide show or display your pictures on a television, computer monitor, or digital projecto

34Chapter 3Copying PicturesYou can copy pictures from a card to internal memory, or from internal memory to a card.Before you copy make sure that:! A

35Chapter 3Viewing Picture Information1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button.2 Highlight the Picture Info menu , then press the OK bu

374 Tagging Pictures—Share ModePress the Share button to tag your pictures as Favorites and for automatic printing and emailing. But remember, you can

38Chapter 4Tagging Pictures for Printing1 Locate a picture, then press the Share button.2 Highlight Print and press the OK button.3 Press to sele

39Chapter 4Tagging Pictures for EmailingFirst, use Kodak EasyShare software to create an email address book on your computer, then copy up to 32 email

40Chapter 4Tagging Pictures as Favorites1 Locate a picture, then press the Share button.2 Highlight Favorite , then press the OK button.The Favorite

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

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

42Chapter 5Returning to the Previous MenuThe Return feature lets you return to the menu screen from which you entered the Setup menu. ! In the Setup

43Chapter 5Turning Off QuickviewAfter you take a picture, Quickview displays it on the LCD for 5 seconds (see page 17). The default setting is on. To

44Chapter 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

45Chapter 5Formatting Memory or MMC/SD CardCAUTION:Formatting deletes everything in memory or on the card, even protected pictures and the internal em

46Chapter 5Viewing Camera InformationThe About feature displays information that is helpful if you need to call for service on your camera.1 In Captu

476 Installing the SoftwareSystem RequirementsWindows System Requirements ! Personal computer for Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000*, or XP* operating system

48Chapter 6Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x System Requirements! PowerPC-based Macintosh computer ! Mac OS 8.6/9.x! 64 MB of available RAM! 200 MB of available har

49Chapter 6Install the SoftwareFor information on the software applications included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD, see the Kodak EasyShare softw

50Chapter 64Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If prompted, restart the computer when the installation is complete.! Select T

517 Connecting to the ComputerImportant—Before You Connect Install the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD BEFORE you connect the camera or

ivUsing the Flash...18Using Digital Zoom...

52Chapter 7Transferring Pictures to Your ComputerFor details on transferring pictures, see the Quick Start Guide or the Kodak EasyShare software Help

538 Using the Optional Camera Dock IIThe Kodak EasyShare camera dock II (camera dock) makes it easy to transfer your pictures to the computer. The cam

54Chapter 8Installing the Camera InsertKodak EasyShare digital cameras are packaged with a custom camera insert, which is used to perfectly fit the c

55Chapter 8Connecting the Camera DockAfter the Kodak EasyShare software is loaded (see page 49), connect the camera dock to your computer and to an ex

56Chapter 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

57Chapter 8Docking the CameraWhen you are ready to transfer your pictures from the camera to the computer, or to charge the battery pack, place the ca

58Chapter 8Charging the Battery PackThe battery pack is not charged when you receive it.1 Tu rn off the camera.2 Make sure the battery pack is instal

59Chapter 8Transferring PicturesTo transfer pictures from your camera to your computer:1 Turn off the camera and place the camera in the camera dock.2

60Chapter 8Earlier Camera Dock ModelIf you have the Kodak EasyShare camera dock, not the camera dock II, the functionality is exactly the same as des

619 TroubleshootingThis chapter contains help for your Kodak EasyShare CX4310 digital camera or camera dock II.Additional technical information is ava

v5 Customizing Camera Settings—Setup Mode ... 41To Access Setup Mode/Menus ...41Returning to the Previo

62Chapter 9Camera does not turn off.Alkaline batteries were installed in the camera.DO NOT USE ALKALINE BATTERIES. Turn off the power switch, remove

63Chapter 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

64Chapter 9Camera freezes up when a card is inserted or removed.Camera detects an error when the card was inserted or removed.Turn the camera off, th

65Chapter 9Picture is not clear. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens (page 84).Subject too close when taking picture.Move so there is at least 11.8 in (

66Chapter 9Camera/Computer CommunicationsCamera CommunicationsProblem Cause SolutionThe computer cannot communicate with the camera.There is a proble

67Chapter 9Cannot transfer pictures to computer. The Add New Hardware Wizard cannot locate drivers.Software is not installed on computer.! Disconnect

68Chapter 9SD/MMC CardsSD/MMC CardProblem Cause SolutionThe camera does not recognize your SD/MMC card.The card may not be SD/MMC certified.Purchase

69Chapter 9Camera LCD MessagesLCD MessagesMessage Cause SolutionNo images to display There are no pictures in the current storage location.Change your

70Chapter 9Memory card is protectedReset switch on cardSwitch on card is in write-protect position.Reset the switch as shown on LCD.Card is locked Th

71Chapter 9Internal Memory is full There is no more space in the camera’s internal memory.Delete pictures from the internal memory (page 30) or change

viDocking the Camera ... 57Charging the Battery Pack...

72Chapter 9Camera Ready Light StatusCamera Ready Light Light Status Cause SolutionReady light does not turn on and the camera does not work.Camera is

73Chapter 9Ready light glows steady red.Camera’s internal memory or card is full.Transfer pictures to your computer (page 52), delete pictures from th

74Chapter 9Troubleshooting—Camera Dock IICamera Dock II ProblemsCamera DockProblem Cause SolutionPictures are not transferred to the computerAC adapt

75Chapter 9Camera Dock II Light StatusCamera Dock Power/Transfer LightLight Status Cause CommentLight glows steady greenCamera is properly seated in t

76Chapter 9One green lightBattery is low. The camera and camera dock are operating normally.Two green lightsBattery is partially charged.Three green

7710Getting HelpHelpful Web Linkshttp://www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics For help navigating through a Windows OS-based computer and working with digital pic

78Chapter 10Help in this User GuideSee Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, for help with problems you may have with your camera, camera/computer connections,

79Chapter 10Telephone NumbersAustralia 1800 147 701Austria/Osterreich 0179 567 357Belgium/Belgique 02 713 14 45Brazil 0800 150000Canada 1 800 465 6325

80Chapter 10These telephone numbers change occasionally. For the most up-to-date listings, visit: http://www.kodak.com/US/en/digital/contacts/DAIInte

8111 AppendixThis appendix serves as a resource for technical information about your Kodak EasyShare CX4310 digital camera, Kodak EasyShare camera doc

11 Getting StartedInstall the Software FirstYou must install the Kodak EasyShare software on your computer before you connect the camera to the comput

82Chapter 11Power Batteries 2 Ni-MH, AA rechargeable2 Kodak AA digital camera batteriesKodak CRV3 lithium battery2 Lithium, AAAlkaline batteries not

83Chapter 11Original Factory Settings—CameraUpgrading Your Software and FirmwareTake advantage of the latest enhancements to your Kodak software and c

84Chapter 11Tips, Safety, Maintenance! Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” booklet packed with your

85Chapter 11Picture Storage CapacitiesPicture file sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures. Purchase cards on our Web site at

86Chapter 11Card File Naming Conventions! Pictures are named DCP_nnnn.JPG, and are numbered in the order in which they are taken. The first picture i

87Chapter 11Battery-Saving FeaturesThe LCD or camera turn off when the camera has been inactive.Optional AC AdapterTo save battery power, purchase a K

88Chapter 11Camera Dock II SpecificationsSpecifications—Kodak EasyShare camera dock IICommunication with computer USB Cable included with Kodak Easy

89Chapter 11FCC Compliance and AdvisoryThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Pa

91IndexAaboutcamera information, 46picture information, 35AC adapter, optional, 87accessoriesbattery, 13printer dock, 52accessories, buying, 77adjusti