Kodak DCS500 User Manual

User’s Guidefor DCS 500 Series Digital CamerasDCS 500 Series Digital Cameras

ContentsAC Adapter... 3-12Connecting the AC Adapter ...

6-24Setting File ResolutionYou can specify a file resolution to be saved in the header of subsequently captured images. This property does not affect

6-256ConfiguringSetting Powersave TimeYou can change the PowerSave time using the same procedure described for changing Display Off time. Refer to “Po

6-26Setting the Dropdown Menu Lag TimeThe default delay between the time a Menu bar icon is highlighted and its dropdown menu appears is 750 millisec

INSERTPHOTOHERE7Quick Start 7-1Quick Start7This chapter is intended as a quick reference. Much of the information in this chapter is covered in more d

7-23 Open the Battery/PC Card door. 4 Insert the battery into the battery slot.☛ When working indoors, conserve your battery and power your camera us

7-37Quick Start6 Close the Battery/PC Card door.7 Attach your lens to the lens mount by aligning the red dots on the lens and camera body, and rotatin

7-412 Select a drive mode (single or continuous) or a self-timer mode (2-second delay or 10-second delay) by pressing the Drive button then turning t

7-57Quick StartThe AC AdapterWhen working indoors, conserve your battery and power your camera by using the AC adapter that is provided with your cam

7-6Optional Settings Before You StartSetting the Date and Time1Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu. Refer to “Navigati

7-77Quick StartSetting White BalanceThere are two ways to set white balance: preset (which provides preset settings) and custom (which you base on a s

Resetting All Camera Functions ...6-19Resetting All Custom Functions ...

7-8With one PC Card, this dropdown menu appears with a • displayed next to the currently active folder.With two PC Cards, this dropdown menu appears

7-97Quick StartCapturing Images1 Look through the viewfinder eyepiece and frame the scene within the inner rectangle of the Focusing Screen. ☛ The foc

7-10Reviewing Images on Your CameraYou can display one, four or nine camera images on the Image Display.1 Select the Display icon. Refer to “Navigati

7-117Quick StartSetting Display Contrast1Select the Contrast icon. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-11.A gray scale bar is displayed at the

7-12Setting Display OptionsYou can view areas of overexposure, an exposure histogram, and information about the selected image.1 Select the Menu icon

7-137Quick StartTagging ImagesYou can tag images to be identified for processing or NOT to be deleted. Images retain their tags when acquired using th

7-14Deleting ImagesDeleting a Single Image1Press and hold the DISP/MENU button and the SELECT button at the same time.If the Image Display is off, it

7-157Quick StartDeleting More Than One ImageDelete all images on the PC Card, all images in a folder, all untagged images on the PC Card, or all untag

7-16Associating a Sound File with an ImageYou can record sound files for your images, then play back the sound files using the DCS Host software (if

7-177Quick StartYou cannot record sounds and the Microphone icon will not be displayed in the Back LCD panel under the following circumstances: ✔No im

ContentsSelecting a White Balance Setting ...8-3Using Custom White Balance ...

INSERTPHOTOHERE8Exposure 8-1 Controlling Exposure and Color Balance8This section describes the functions available for controlling exposure in your ca

8-2To determine the current white balance setting, check the White Balance icons on the Back LCD panel.The icons reflect the current setting.White Ba

8-38ExposureSelecting a White Balance Setting1Press and hold the W.BAL button and rotate the Quick Control dial to highlight the desired White Balance

8-4Using Custom White BalanceWith the custom option, you can save White Balance settings, reuse them, and delete them when they are no longer needed.

8-58ExposureIf the selected folder contains images, this screen appears, showing the currently selected image. 2 Press and hold the SELECT button and

8-6Selecting White Balance SettingsWith the White Balance Settings menu displayed (page 8-5), choose one of the following:Image #nnnn: The White Bala

8-78ExposureLoading White Balance SettingsOnce you have saved White Balance settings to a PC Card, load them into your camera. There are a few rules t

8-81 With the White Balance Setting menu displayed (page 8-5), choose Load from Card.The Load White Balance Setting screen appears with a list of the

8-98ExposureSaving White Balance Settings using your CameraYou can save the current camera-generated White Balance settings, then apply the settings t

8-10Setting the ISOYou can set the ISO on the camera within the range of:DCS 520: 200-1600DCS 560: 80 - 200 ☛ In selecting an exposure setting, beg

Focusing ...9-1Selecting the AF Mode ...

8-118ExposureSelecting the Shooting ModeYour camera provides the following shooting modes: ✔ Program AE✔ Shutter-priority AE✔ Aperture-priority AE✔ De

8-12☛ If the In-focus indicator blinks, the autofocus system cannot focus the subject and the Shutter will not release. Refer to the section on Manua

8-138ExposureProgram Shift FunctionWhen capturing images in Program AE mode, you can “shift the program” to change the set shutter speed and aperture

8-14Shutter-priority AE [Tv]In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture according to the lighting conditio

8-158ExposureTips✔ When the number for the maximum aperture of the lens blinks in the display, the image will be underexposed. Turn the Main dial to a

8-16Shutter Speed DisplayShutter speeds are normally set in 1/3-stop increments. From 8000 to 4, the shutter speeds are displayed as the reciprocal o

8-178ExposureAperture-priority AE [Av]In this mode, you set the aperture and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed according to the lighting

8-18☛ When the camera is hand-held, camera shake may produce an unsharp picture if the shutter speed is slower than 1/focal length of the lens in use

8-198ExposureTips✔ When a shutter speed of 30” blinks, the image will be underexposed. Turn the Main dial to set a larger aperture (smaller aperture n

8-20 (page 6-6)In addition to 1/3-stop increments, aperture values can also be input in 1-stop or 1/2-stop increments. In these cases, available a

ContentsImage Review Mode... 11-1Setting the Review Mode ...

8-218ExposureDepth-of-Field AE [DEP]This mode places everything between two points, one in the foreground and one in the background within the zone of

8-223 Turn the Main dial to select the desired focusing point.The focusing points are selected in the following order: (1) automatic foc

8-238Exposure5 Press and hold the Shooting Mode Selector button and turn the Main dial until “DEP” appears in the Top LCD panel. 6 Release the Shootin

8-24Using Automatic Focusing Point Selection ModeIn automatic focusing point selection mode, use the center focusing point to designate the near and

8-258ExposureWarning Indications✔ If the aperture value blinks, the desired depth of field cannot be obtained. Use a wide-angle lens or move farther f

8-26Manual Exposure [M]This mode lets you set both the shutter speed and aperture. Use this mode when you need complete control of exposure for creat

8-278Exposure5 Press the Shutter button halfway to focus the subject. “M” and the exposure values are displayed in the viewfinder. The Exposure Level

8-28Bulb Exposure [buLb]The shutter stays open for as long as you press the Shutter button. By connecting the optional Remote Switch RS-80N3 to the c

8-298ExposureIn Bulb Exposure mode, the Top LCD panel’s frame counter display counts the elapsed time from when the shutter was released, starting ove

8-30Selecting the Metering ModeThree metering modes are available: Evaluative metering ( ), Partial metering( ) and Fine Spot metering ( ). (Center W

Camera Care ...14-1Handling...

8-318ExposureEvaluative Metering Use Evaluative metering ( ) for general subjects and backlit scenes. By dividing the viewfinder into 12 metering zone

8-32Partial Metering Partial metering ( ) limits the metering area to the center of the viewfinder (approximately 23% of the image area for the DCS 5

8-338ExposureFine Spot Metering ☛In One-shot AF mode, the exposure setting is locked during Continuous Shooting mode, but the AE lock indicator does n

8-34AE LockYour camera’s evaluative metering system is coupled to the five focusing points. It controls the exposure according to the subject’s posit

8-358ExposureAE Lock is automatically activated upon focus completion when the camera is set for evaluative metering and One Shot AF. In this case, th

8-36When using One-shot AF together with Evaluative metering, the exposure reading is automatically locked when you press the Shutter button halfway.

8-378ExposureExposure CompensationWhen capturing images in an AE shooting mode, you can compensate the exposure according to the subject conditions ei

8-38(1) indicates correct exposure.(2) indicates more than 3 stops overexposure.(3) indicates more than 3 stops underexposure.The exposure level indi

8-398ExposureIf Custom function F-6 is used to set the exposure compensation amount in 1/2-stop or 1/3-stop increments, the Exposure Level indicat

8-40Auto Exposure Bracketing [AEB]Use auto exposure bracketing to take a sequence of pictures at different exposures. When this function is set, the

INSERTPHOTOHERE1Important Info 1-1Important Information1Thank you for purchasing your new KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 500 Series Camera. This portable came

8-418Exposure1 Open the Palm door and simultaneously press the unlabeled button and the Drive Mode Selector button.AEB appears in the Top LCD panel.

8-423 When you press the Shutter button halfway and then remove your finger, the bracketing amount is displayed by the viewfinder’s Exposure Level in

8-438ExposureBy setting exposure compensation after setting the auto exposure bracketing step amount, you can take three sequential overexposed or und

8-44Using FlashThere are several ways to use electronic flash with the DCS 500 Series camera. The best way for you will depend on your application. T

8-458ExposureMost of these units feature a built-in AF auxiliary light function that assists autofocus operation in dark situations.✔ The 540EZ’s AF a

8-46How to use EX-series Speedlites for fully automatic E-TTL flash photography with the DCS 500 Series camera1 Turn On the camera’s Main switch, the

8-478ExposureUsing Flash Exposure Lock (FE Lock) with an EX-series Speedlite1 Turn on the camera’s Main switch, then turn on the flash.2 Verify that t

8-485 Aim the FE Lock focusing point where you want to obtain the correct flash exposure reading, then press the FE Lock button. FEL appears briefly

8-498ExposureIf you wish to link FE Lock to any focusing point other than the central one, you must select the focusing point manually while Custom Fu

8-50Using FP Flash Mode with EX-series Speedlites1 Turn on the camera’s Main switch, then turn on the flash.2 Make sure the flash is set for FP Flash

1-2System Requirements for your ComputerThe following sections list the required and optional computer hardware and software needed to run the DCS Ho

8-518ExposureWhat is TTL?TTL (Through-The-Lens) is the standard flash exposure control mode for Speedlites 480EG, 200E, 160E and Macro Ring Lite ML-3

8-52Suitability of A-TTL and TTL for the DCS 500 Series cameraThe A-TTL and TTL flash systems were originally designed for film cameras. They rely on

8-538ExposureHere’s some additional background as to which exposure mode is best according to the situation at hand:P (Program AE): With the camera se

8-54Flash Exposure CompensationFlash exposure compensation adjusts the level of illumination provided by the flash, and is therefore an important met

8-558Exposure2 Press and hold the Metering Mode selector / Flash Exposure Compensation button and turn the Quick Control dial to set the desired compe

8-56Setting Flash Exposure Compensation with the SpeedlitePlease refer to the 540EZ or 430EZ instruction book for details. In this case, the flash ex

8-578ExposureAutomatic Flash Exposure ReductionThe DCS 500 Series camera has a built-in program that automatically controls flash exposure compensatio

8-58In general, manual flash exposure is an excellent choice in situations where the speedlite’s position relative to the subject is fixed, for examp

INSERTPHOTOHERE9Focusing 9-1Focusing9This camera’s wide-zone autofocus system lets you freely select from five focusing points, allowing you to keep t

9-2Selecting the AF Mode Two types of autofocus are available: One-shot AF and AI Servo AF. Select the mode most appropriate for the subject and shoo

1-31Important InfoWarnings✔To prevent fire or shock hazard, use only the recommended accessories and attachments.✔Use extreme care when handling PC Ca

9-39Focusing☛ The shutter will not release if the in-focus indicator is blinking. Try refocusing on an alternate subject with higher contrast at appro

9-4Predictive Focus ControlPredictive focus continuously measures the distance and speed of a subject that is moving at a relatively constant velocit

9-59FocusingSelecting the Five Focusing PointsYour camera incorporates a high-precision AF sensor called Multi-BASIS (Multi Base-Stored Image Sensor),

9-6Automatic Focusing Point Selection ModeThe camera automatically selects an individual focusing point after evaluating all 5 points simultaneously.

9-79FocusingFocus LockWhen you want to compose a scene with the main subject positioned out of the zone covered by the five focusing points, follow th

9-8Difficult Subjects for AutofocusThis camera’s autofocus system can quickly focus most subjects with the high-precision Multi-BASIS (Base-Stored Im

9-99FocusingFocus these difficult subjects as follows:Low-light situationSubjects with objects in front of them1 Make the following adjustments, as ne

9-10Manual FocusingUse manual focusing when the subject is difficult to focus with the camera’s autofocus system, or when you need to control the foc

9-119FocusingFull-time Manual Focusing with USM LensesUSM (Ultrasonic Motor) lenses are equipped with a full-time manual focusing function that lets y

9-12Anti-aliasing Filter: Effect on FocusThe anti-aliasing filter causes the distance indicator on your lens to show that an object is closer than it

1-4Important Safeguards and Precautions✔Read Instructions—Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating your camera.✔Follow Instruc

INSERTPHOTOHERE10Capturing 10-1Capturing Images10This section describes the steps involved with capturing an image.1 Set the camera’s Main switch to (

10-2Shutter Button Operation and AutofocusThe Shutter button has a two step construction. Press halfway (to the first step) to activate focusing and

10-310CapturingPressing the Shutter Button CompletelyIf the camera moves at the instant the Shutter button is released, the motion during exposure ma

10-4Maximum Continuous Shooting Speed in Different AF Modes 1Open the palm door and press the Drive Mode Selector button.The current drive mode is di

10-510CapturingUsing the Self-timer Two built-in Self-timer modes let you delay the exposure 10 seconds or 2 seconds from the time you press the Shut

10-6 Using the Eyepiece ShutterTo prevent metering errors caused by light entering the eyepiece when pressing the Shutter button with your eye

10-710CapturingLocking the Mirror UpSetting custom function F-12 (page 6) lets you swing the mirror up before opening the shutter and starting the ex

10-8When the mirror-up function is set, one image is exposed at a time, regardless of the Drive mode (Single Exposure or Continuous Exposure). If the

10-910CapturingUsing the Vertical ControlsYour camera has been designed to facilitate capturing images in a vertical orientation. The special vertica

10-103 (Optional) To lock in exposure, follow these steps.a Focus the subject by holding down the Focusing Point Selector button and turning the M

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1-51Important Info✔Object or Liquid Entry—Never push foreign objects of any kind into your camera openings. The objects could touch dangerous voltage

10-1110Capturing4 Press the Vertical Shutter button to capture an image.

11-111Camera ImagesWorking with Images on the Camera11Your camera’s Image Display allows you to view images and information about images stored on th

11-2Setting the Review ModeReviewing Images You can review any images that have been stored on the PC Card, a folder at a time. (Only the images in t

11-311Camera ImagesThe following are examples of clockwise and counter-clockwise rotation of the Main dial in four image display mode. You can naviga

11-4Adjusting Display Contrast Using the Contrast slider, you can change the contrast to lighten or darken the images on the Image Display. ☛ Changin

11-511Camera ImagesSelecting an ImageYou need to select an image if you want to tag it and record a sound file or specify that it not be deleted, as

11-6Setting Display OptionsYou can specify that areas of overexposure are highlighted. In addition, you can specify that the exposure histogram and i

11-711Camera ImagesIf you turned the Histogram/Info option on, the Histogram and exposure info appear. The image histogram shows the range and distri

11-8Tagging ImagesYou can tag one or more images that you do not want to delete. Refer to the next section.☛ Images that you tag using the camera ret

11-911Camera ImagesAssociating Sound Files With ImagesYou can attach a sound file to the current image, either immediately after you capture the imag

1-6✔Humidity, Condensation—We recommend operating your camera within the range of 8% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing. If condensation occurs

11-10You will not be able to record sounds and the Microphone icon will not be displayed in the Back LCD panel under the following circumstances: ✔ N

11-1111Camera ImagesDeleting ImagesYou can delete one or more images from the PC Card to make space for additional images. If there are one or more s

11-12Deleting More Than One ImageYou can delete all images in a folder, all untagged images in a folder, all images on a PC Card, or all untagged ima

11-1311Camera ImagesRecovering Deleted ImagesYou can recover images that were previously deleted from a PC Card, if they have not been overwritten. O

INSERTPHOTOHERE 12-112ConnectingConnecting to Your Computer12There are two ways to access camera images from your computer:✔ Connect the camera to the

12-2Connecting Your Camera to the ComputerYou will connect your camera to the computer using IEEE 1394 cable. This cable moves images from the camera

12-312Connecting☛ You may connect more than one camera or other 1394 devices to the card as long as you avoid a closed loop configuration. (The drawin

12-4Quitting—Disconnecting from the ComputerComplete these steps when you have completed your work with the camera and the computer.☛ You can connect

13-113TransmittingTransmitting Data13You can use the serial port on your camera to transfer data between your camera and other devices. In addition,

13-2Accessing Serial Port OptionsSetting the Baud RateBefore transmitting data between the camera and a connected device, you must set the correct ba

1-71Important InfoElectromagnetic EmissionsThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant t

13-313TramsmittingSerial In ModeUsing Serial In mode, your camera accepts text strings from a connected external device. The information is then adde

13-4Serial In StatusWhen you select New Images or Previous Image from the Serial In Mode menu, the Serial In Status choice becomes available.Select S

13-513TramsmittingSerial Out ModeUsing Serial Out mode, your camera sends data to a remotely connected device.☛ Serial In and Serial Out modes can wo

13-6Image TransmitYou can transmit images from your camera to a remote computer using a cell phone. The DCS Transmission kit (available from your dea

14-114Camera CareCamera Care14HandlingWith careful handling, your camera should produce images of the highest quality for years to come.CAUTION:Be ca

14-2Cleaning1 Turn off the camera.2 Disconnect the camera from the AC adapter and from the computer if they are connected. 3 Using a damp cloth, clea

14-314Camera CareAnti-aliasing and IR FiltersYour camera contains an anti-aliasing or an IR filter. It may be necessary to remove the filter for clea

14-4The ImagerThe imager is the component of the camera that records light when you capture an image. If it should get dirty, the quality of your ima

14-514Camera CareExamining a Test ImageVisually inspecting the Imager1 Connect your camera to your computer (page 12-2). 2 Set the lens aperture to i

14-64 Insert a battery if one is not in the camera (page 3-3). 5 Connect an AC adapter (page 3-13). 6 Turn on the camera.7 Select the Menu ico

INSERTPHOTOHERE2Your Camera 2-1About Your Camera2FeaturesThis manual describes the use of both the DCS 520 and the DCS 560 cameras. Any differences be

14-714Camera CareCleaning the ImagerIf the imager is dirty, please check the Kodak Web site for instructions.Reassembling the CameraYou will need to

14-8StoringWhen storing your camera, wrap it in a clean, soft cloth and place it in a well-ventilated, cool, dry, dust-free place. Be sure to keep th

14-914Camera CareInstalling Camera Firmware on Your ComputerFirmware is the software program which runs within the camera and controls its operation.

14-105 Select the Menu icon then choose Main menu from the dropdown menu (page 2-11).6 Select Firmware from the Main menu.7 The Firmware screen appea

Appendix A A-1Appendix A - SpecificationsCAMERA AND MAJOR COMPONENTSType: Two models are available: DCS 520 and DCS 560. Both cameras combine 35mm foc

A-2Viewfinder Information:1) Within viewing area:Five focusing points, fine spot metering area mark (with Ec-CII)2) Below viewing area: Shutter s

A-3Appendix AShooting Modes: 1) Shutter-priority AE (1/3-stop increments) 2) Aperture-priority AE (1/3-stop increments) 3) Depth-of-Field AE 4)

A-4AUTOFOCUSAF Control System: TTL-CT-SIR (Secondary Image Registration) phase detection type using Cross-type multi-BASIS (Base-Stored Image Senso

A-5Appendix A SHUTTERType: Vertical-travel, focal plane shutter with all speeds electronically controlled. Shutter Speed: 1/8000 ~ 30 seconds. (in 1/

A-6Automatic Flash Exposure:X-sync Shutter Speed and Aperture Settings(with EOS dedicated Speedlites)If a shutter speed faster than 1/250 second is s

2-2These features are available on both the DCS 520 and 560:✔Enhanced White Balance functionality including ability to save White Balance settings✔An

A-7Appendix ATop LCD panel Displays necessary information including AF mode, Drive mode, metering mode, shutter speed, aperture value, ISO, and exposu

Appendix B B-1Appendix B - TroubleshootingIf you run into a problem operating your camera, check the following table to see if you can find the cause

B-2Symptom Cause RemedyThe shutter does not release.The Main switch is set to ().Set the Main switch to (A)The subject is not focused. (The in-focus

B-3Appendix BSymptom Cause RemedyThe “F” does not appear at the right of the focusing screen.The camera is busy saving images.Wait until the PC Card i

B-4Symptom Cause RemedyThe camera is “locked.” Nothing works.The battery is not securely in place.Remove then insert the battery.The camera needs to

Appendix C C-1Appendix C - Problem ReportKODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 500 Series Digital CamerasCustomer Return AddressName_________________________________

Index-1 IndexAAC Adapter 3-12, 7-5, A-7Connecting 3-13, 7-5Actuations 6-25AE Lock 8-34, A-3AF Mode. See FocusAnti-aliasing Filter 2-20Effect on Focus

Index-2Multiple 7-15, 11-12Single Image 7-14, 11-11Untagged Images in Folder or PC Card 11-12Depth of Field 8-21, 9-11Automatic Focusing Point Select

Index-3 IndexImager 14-4, A-7Determining if Dirty 14-4Overview 2-20Installing Camera Firmware 14-9IPTC Data Management 5-8IR Filter 2-20ISOSetting 7-4

Index-4SSelecting Images 7-10, 11-5Self Timer 10-5Serial InMode 13-3Status 13-4Serial Out Mode 13-5Serial Port Options 13-2Serial Port, Connecting 13

2-32Your CameraNomenclatureCamera Front* With firmware version 3.09, or higher, white balance is accomplished using image data rather than the White B

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2-4Camera BackCustom Function buttonPalm doorDrive Mode selectorClear buttonTop LCD PanelFocusing Point SelectorAE Lock buttonQuick Control Dial swit

2-52Your CameraCamera TopCamera BottomX ContactsAccessory ShoeShooting Mode SelectorAF Mode SelectorMetering Mode Selector/Flash Exposure Compensation

2-6Camera SidesStrap AttachmentPalm DoorAC Adapter ConnectionIEEE 1394 ConnectionViewfinder Dioptric Adjustment dialPC Terminal (Cover) for flash syn

2-72Your CameraOpen Battery/PC Card DoorBattery in slotSerial Port Card Busy lightPC Card in slotEject button

CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA. USE OF YOUR CAMERA INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND C

2-8Top LCD PanelShooting Modes Manual Exposure: M Shutter priority AE: Tv Bulb Exposure: bulb Program AE: P Aperture-priority AE: AvApertur

2-92Your CameraBack LCD PanelImage DisplayThe Image Display has been designed for ease of use with maximized space for menu choices and image-related

2-10When you select a Menu bar icon, the following screens appear:Icon Function Dropdown MenuFolder icon Displays the Folder dropdown menu.One PC Ca

2-112Your CameraNavigation TechniquesUse the following guidelines when navigating the Image DisplayTo display the Menu bar and select a Menu bar iconP

2-12To choose an item from a dropdown menuContinue to press the DISP/MENU button and rotate the Quick Control dial until the desired menu choice is h

2-132Your CameraStatus BarA Status bar appears whenever images are displayed (Single, Four, or Nine Image Review mode). Information about the currentl

2-14ViewfinderFocusing Points/Spot Metering Position IndicatorsLaser-matte Screen Ec-CllManual Exposure IndicatorAE Lock / AEB IndicatorShutter Speed

2-152Your CameraUsing the Quick Control DialThe Quick Control dial works in two different modes. ✔When you use it in conjunction with the DISP/MENU bu

2-16Using the Quick Control Dial For Non-digital FunctionsThe Quick Control dial is also available for other functions when the Quick Control Dial sw

2-172Your CameraButtonsThere are four buttons which access or change your camera’s digital functions when used in conjunction with the Quick Control d

LimitationsREPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE IS KODAK’S ONLY OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY.Warranty service will not be provided without dated pr

2-18Attaching the Lens 1 Remove the lens rear dust cap and the camera’s body cap by turning them counterclockwise.2 Align the red dots on the lens an

2-192Your CameraRemoving the Lens☛When the lens is removed from the camera, place it face down on a stable surface to prevent damage to the electronic

2-20The ImagerThe imager is the component of the camera that records light when you capture an image. The DCS 520 imager is 2 million pixels and oper

2-212Your CameraIlluminating the LCD PanelsYou can illuminate the Top and Back LCD panels for easy viewing at night or in low light situations. To do

2-22Camera StrapsTwo camera straps are included with your camera. You can attach either or both.Attaching the Neck StrapAttaching the Hand StrapThrea

2-232Your Camera4 Thread the top strap back through the buckle as shown.5 Thread both ends of the strap back through the loops on the hand strap pad.6

2-24Attaching the Hand Strap and Neck Strap1Attach the Hand Strap (page 2-22).2 Thread the neck strap through the three-holed buckle as show

INSERTPHOTOHERE3Power 3-1Powering Your Camera3You must operate your camera using either battery or AC power. An AC adapter is included with your camer

3-2BatteriesYour camera provides up to the following number of images per fully-charged battery:Extended camera metering, focusing, or Image Display

3-33PowerInserting/Removing Batteries☛You must charge a battery before using it for the first time.1 If the camera is on, check the PC Card icon on th

Outside the United StatesIn countries other than the United States, warranty terms may be different. Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated

3-44 To insert: slide the battery to the back of the battery slot and press firmly in place. To remove: slide the battery out of the battery slot.5 C

3-53PowerChecking Battery StatusYou can determine whether a battery needs charging by viewing the Battery Status icon on your camera’s Back LCD panel.

3-6Battery ChargerYou will need to charge a battery before using it for the first time, then whenever it is low. If you plan to use your camera witho

3-73PowerTo Charge Batteries1Remove the battery from the camera (page 3-3).2 Plug the cable from the AC adapter for charger into the battery charger j

3-8If your battery charger does not function as expected, check the following:✔Be sure the wall adapter is properly connected. ✔Be sure there are no

3-93PowerConditioningFrom time to time you may need to condition (discharge) a battery. You would only do so if a battery provides a noticeably shorte

3-10Battery ConservationPowerSave ModePowerSave mode minimizes drain on your battery.If your camera is running on a battery, and you don’t touch it f

3-113PowerImage Display TimeoutThe Image Display can drain your battery considerably. To minimize the drain, the Image Display turns off if you have n

3-12AC AdapterAn AC adapter is provided with your camera (except with the base camera kit). Use the AC adapter when working indoors to lessen drain o

3-133PowerConnecting the AC Adapter☛The AC adapter will NOT charge a battery in the camera.1 Open the small door on the side of the camera.2 Plug the

Product Support OptionsDuring the warranty period for the Kodak Professional DCS 500 Series Camera, you are entitled to product support for both hard

INSERTPHOTOHERE4PC Cards 4-1Using PC Cards4As you capture images, they are stored on a PC Card (PCMCIA card) in your camera. Before capturing images,

4-2Dual Slots for PC CardsYour camera has two PC Card slots. With Type II PC Cards, you can use one or both slots. With Type III PC Cards, only one s

4-34PC CardsInserting/Removing PC CardsIt is not necessary to turn off the camera before inserting or removing a card.To Insert or Remove a PC Card1 C

4-43 To insert: slide the PC Card all of the way into the lower slot and press firmly.☛ A label inside the door indicates the proper position for the

4-54PC CardsTo remove: press the Eject button and pull the PC Card out.4 Close the Battery/PC Card door.The Card icon is displayed on the Back LCD pan

4-6Formatting a PC CardAs a precaution against formatting the wrong card, there can only be one card in the camera when you format. Format the card u

4-74PC Cards4 Remove the inactive card, then select Retry.If you remove the active card, the message at the left appears.5 Re-insert the card in the p

4-8Selecting a PC Card or FolderImages are stored on the PC Card in folders. There is always at least one empty folder on the card. When you store an

5Saving Files 5-1Saving Files5JPEG and TIFF File ProcessingThe DCS 520 camera supports background image processing that produces JPEG or TIFF RGB file

5-2Processing Images1Select the Menu icon, then choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu. Refer to “Navigation Techniques” on page 2-11.2 Select Proce

5 Out-of-Warranty Support OptionsThere will be a charge for call incidents if you wish to speak to a Kodak support representative. A call incident is

5-35Saving FilesWhen you enable Processing, certain conditions may exist which will cause other screens to appear, as shown in the table below.Conditi

5-4Your processing settings are set to delete the original TIFF image when you process files. Refer to “Changing Processing Settings” on page 5-5.If

5-55Saving FilesChanging Processing SettingsThere are several processing settings that you can change. The settings are applied to images as they are

5-6* The Sharpening Level setting in the Processing menu determines whether sharpening is applied when images are processed on the camera. The Sharpe

5-75Saving FilesWorking with TIFF Custom Files on your ComputerIf you don’t process images on your camera, you need to use one of the following softwa

5-8IPTC Data ManagementThis feature allows inclusion of International Press Telecommunication Council (IPTC) data as part of the image header. You en

5-95Saving FilesLoading IPTC Data from a PC Card1With the IPTC Data screen displayed (page 5-8), choose Load from Card.The Load IPTC Data screen appea

INSERTPHOTOHERE6Configuring 6-1Configuring Your Camera6This section describes how to change various camera settings such as the ISO and Drive modes, a

6-2Dioptric Adjustment of the ViewfinderThe viewfinder has a built-in dioptric adjustment mechanism that lets you adjust the eyesight correction to a

6-36ConfiguringCustom FunctionsA set of custom functions is provided to let you tailor the camera’s functions according to your personal preferences a

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6-44 While the custom function number is displayed, press the CF button to change the setting. The number changes each time the Custom Function butto

6-56ConfiguringResetting Individual Custom FunctionsResetting All Custom Functions At OnceYou can reset all custom functions to their default (0).1 To

6-6Custom Function ChartTypeCustom Function No.Affected FunctionTop LCD Panel DisplaySetting No.Beeping on/offF-3 Beeping when in focus01FocusF-4 AF

6-76ConfiguringOperationUseful SituationsNo beeping when subject is in focus.Beeps when the subject is in focus.Set to suit your shooting style and th

6-8TypeCustom Function No.Affected FunctionTop LCD Panel DisplaySetting No.ExposureF-5 Shutter speed and aperture value setting method in Manual Expo

6-96ConfiguringOperationUseful SituationsShutter speed is set by the Main dial. Aperture value is set by Quick Control dial or by combined operation o

6-10TypeCustom Function No.Affected FunctionTop LCD Panel DisplaySetting No.Focus F-7 Manual focusing with the electronic manual focusing ring013 2 1

6-116ConfiguringOperationUseful SituationsManual focusing is possible.• This function works only with lenses equipped with an electronic manual focusi

6-12TypeCustom Function No.Affected FunctionTop LCD Panel DisplaySetting No.ExposureF-8 Center-weighted average metering01F-9 AEB (Auto Exposure Brac

6-136ConfiguringOperationUseful SituationsEvaluative meteringCenter-weighted average metering.• The Top LCD panel still shows the evaluative metering

Using the Quick Control Dial... 2-15Using the Quick Control Dial For Digital Functions .

6-14TypeCustom Function No.Affected FunctionTop LCD Panel DisplaySetting No.FocusF-10 Elimination of AF frame display 01F-11Focusing point selection0

6-156ConfiguringOperationUseful SituationsFocusing point superimposed (red)Superimpose is prohibitedYou might use this option if you are annoyed by th

6-16TypeCustom Function No.Affected FunctionTop LCD Panel DisplaySetting No.Exposure F-13 Spot metering at the AF frame 01FlashF-14Fill-in flash cont

6-176ConfiguringOperationUseful SituationsFine spot metering in center of image area.Spot metering linked to the manually selected focusing point.• In

6-18Combined Use of Custom Functions F-5 and F-11When custom functions F-5 and F-11 are combined, shutter speed and aperture value settings are carri

6-196ConfiguringResetting the Camera to Its Initial SettingsResetting All Camera Functions Reset all of the camera’s functions (except for the cu

6-20Resetting All Custom FunctionsReset all of the custom functions to their initial settings by pressing the Custom Function (CF) button before pres

6-216ConfiguringCamera PropertiesYou can set the following camera properties using camera controls: Display Off time, PowerSave time, Enable Sharpenin

6-225 To highlight a different number, press and hold the DISP/MENU button.A horizontal arrow appears at the bottom of the screen.6 While continuing

6-236ConfiguringEnabling SharpeningSome DCS 520 and 560 cameras are equipped with an antialiasing filter, an optical filter that is mounted inside th