Kodak CX7530 - EASYSHARE Digital Camera User manual

Kodak EasyShare
CX7530 zoom digital camera
User’s guide
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For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto
For help with your camera, www.kodak.com/go/cx7530support

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343 State Street
Rochester, New York 14650
© Eastman Kodak Company, 2004
All screen images are simulated.
Kodak, EasyShare, and Max are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.
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Front View
Side View
1 Microphone 6 Shutter button
2 Light sensor 7 Mode dial/Power
3 Self Timer/Video light 8 Speaker
4 Wrist strap post 9 Flash unit
5 Grip 10 Viewfinder
11 Lens/Lens cover
1 A/V Out, for television viewing
2Slotforoptional SD/MMC card
3 USB Port
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Back View
Bottom View
1 Camera screen (LCD) 8 Ready light
2 Share button 9 Self Timer/Burst button
3 OK button (press) 10 Flash/status button
4 4-way controller 11 Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto)
5DC-In(3V) ,foroptional AC adapter 12 Grip
6 Delete button 13 Menu button
7 Viewfinder 14 Review button
1 Locator for EasyShare camera
dock or printer dock
3 Tripod socket/locator for EasyShare camera
dock or printer dock
2 Dock connector 4 Battery door
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Table of contents 1
1 Getting started ........................................................................... 1
Package contents.............................................................................. 1
Installing the software first ................................................................ 1
Loading the batteries ........................................................................ 2
Important battery information ........................................................... 3
Turning the camera on and off .......................................................... 4
Setting the date and time.................................................................. 5
Checking camera and picture status .................................................. 6
Storing pictures on an SD/MMC card ................................................. 7
2 Taking pictures and videos ......................................................... 8
Taking a picture ................................................................................ 8
Taking a video .................................................................................. 8
Camera modes.................................................................................. 9
Using the camera screen as a viewfinder ......................................... 10
Reviewing the picture or video just taken......................................... 12
Using optical zoom ......................................................................... 13
Using digital zoom .......................................................................... 13
Using the flash................................................................................ 14
Putting yourself in the picture.......................................................... 16
Putting yourself in the video ............................................................ 16
Taking a burst series of pictures....................................................... 17
Changing picture-taking settings ..................................................... 18
Customizing your camera ................................................................ 21
Pre-tagging for album names .......................................................... 23
3 Reviewing pictures and videos ................................................. 24
Viewing single pictures and videos .................................................. 24
Viewing multiple pictures and videos ............................................... 24
Playing a video................................................................................ 25
Deleting pictures and videos............................................................ 25
Changing optional review settings................................................... 26
Magnifying pictures......................................................................... 26
Protecting pictures and videos from deletion.................................... 26
Tagging pictures/videos for albums.................................................. 28
Running a slide show ...................................................................... 29
Copying pictures and videos ............................................................ 30
Viewing picture/video information ................................................... 31

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4 Installing the software ............................................................. 32
Minimum system requirements ........................................................ 32
Install the software ......................................................................... 33
5 Sharing pictures and videos ..................................................... 34
When can I tag my pictures and videos?.......................................... 34
Tagging pictures for printing............................................................ 35
Tagging pictures and videos for emailing ......................................... 36
Tagging pictures as favorites ........................................................... 37
6 Transferring and printing pictures ............................................ 39
Transferring pictures with the USB cable.......................................... 39
Printing with a Kodak EasyShare printer dock .................................. 39
Direct printing with a PictBridge-enabled printer .............................. 40
Ordering prints online ..................................................................... 41
Printing pictures from your computer ............................................... 41
Printing from an optional SD/MMC card .......................................... 41
7 Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 42
Camera problems............................................................................ 42
Camera screen messages ................................................................ 46
Camera ready light status................................................................ 48
8 Getting help ............................................................................. 49
Helpful links.................................................................................... 49
Software help.................................................................................. 49
Telephone customer support ........................................................... 50
9 Appendix .................................................................................. 51
Camera specifications ..................................................................... 51
Tips, safety, maintenance ................................................................ 53
Storage capacities ........................................................................... 54
Power-saving features..................................................................... 54
Upgrading your software and firmware............................................ 55
Regulatory compliance .................................................................... 55

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1Getting started
Package contents
Not shown: User’s guide (may be provided on a CD), Start Here! guide,
Kodak EasyShare software CD. Contents may change without notice.
Installing the software first
IMPORTANT: Install the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD before
connecting the camera (or dock) to the computer. Otherwise, the
software may load incorrectly. See the Start Here! guide or
Installing the software, page 32.
1 Camera with wrist strap 4 USB cable
2 Custom dock insert (for EasyShare
camera dock or printer dock)
5 Audio/Video cable (for viewing
pictures and videos on television)
3 2 AA non-rechargeable starter batteries
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Loading the batteries
Two AA non-rechargeable starter batteries are included with your camera. For
information on replacing batteries and extending battery life, see page 3.
1Turn the Mode dial to Off.
2On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery
door and lift to open.
3Insert the AA batteries as shown.
4Close the battery door.
If you purchased an optional Kodak EasyShare
Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack (also
included with the Kodak EasyShare camera
dock or printer dock), insert it as shown.
If you purchased an optional Kodak CRV3
lithium battery (non-rechargeable), insert it as
shown.
See Kodak battery replacement types/battery
life for the other types of batteries you can use
in your camera.

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Important battery information
Kodak battery replacement types/battery life
Use the following types of batteries. Actual battery life may vary based on
usage.
We do not recommend or support alkaline batteries. For acceptable
battery life, and to make sure your camera operates dependably, use the
replacement batteries listed above.
Extending battery life
■Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power:
– Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen (see page 24)
– Using the camera screen as a viewfinder (see page 10)
– Excessive use of the flash
■Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a
clean, dry cloth before loading batteries in the camera.
■Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41° F (5° C).
When using your camera in cold weather, carry spare batteries and keep
them warm. Do not discard cold batteries that do not work; when they
return to room temperature, they may be usable.
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CRV3 lithium battery
AA (2) lithium batteries
Ni-MH rechargeable battery
AA (2) Ni-MH rechargeable
AA (2) non-rechargeable
pack* (per charge)
batteries (per charge)
Kodak digital starter batteries
* Included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock and printer dock
Battery Life (Approx. number of pictures)
(included with camera)

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Visit www.kodak.com/go/cx7530accessories for:
Kodak EasyShare camera dock—powers your camera, transfers pictures
to your computer, and charges the included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH
rechargeable battery pack.
Kodak EasyShare printer dock—powers your camera, makes
4 x 6 prints with or without a computer, transfers pictures, and charges the
included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack.
Kodak 3-volt AC adapter—powers your camera.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use the AC adapter included with the Kodak EasyShare
camera dock or printer dock to power your camera.
Battery safety and handling
■Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a
battery may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak.
■For rechargeable battery disposal information, see the Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation Web site at www.rbrc.com.
■For more information on batteries, see
www.kodak.com/global/en/service/batteries/batteryUsage.jhtml
Turning the camera on and off
■Turn the Mode dial from Off to any other
position.
The Power light turns on. The Ready light blinks
green while the camera performs a self-check,
then turns off when the camera is ready.
■To turn off the camera, turn the Mode dial to
Off.
The camera completes operations that are in
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Changing the display
Setting the date and time
Setting the date & time, first time
The Date and Time have been reset message appears the first time you turn on
the camera or if the battery is removed for an extended time.
1SET DATE & TIME is highlighted. Press the OK button.
(Select Cancel to set the date and time at a later time.)
2Go to step 4 below, Setting the date & time, anytime.
Setting the date & time, anytime
1Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button.
2Press to highlight Setup Menu, then press the OK button.
3Press to highlight Date & Time , then press the OK button.
4Press to adjust the date and time. Press to advance to the next
setting.
5When finished, press the OK button.
6Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
NOTE: Depending on your computer operating system, Kodak EasyShare software may let your
computer update the camera clock when you connect the camera. See the EasyShare
software Help for details.
If you want to Then do this
Turn the camera screen on or off. Press the OK button.
Change the camera screen setting so
that it is on whenever the camera is on.
See Liveview, page 21.
Show/Hide the status icons.Press.

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Checking camera and picture status
The icons that appear on the camera screen indicate the active camera and
picture settings. If is displayed in the status area, press the Flash/Status
button to display additional settings. Press to show/hide the status icons.
Capture mode screen
Only the active camera settings are displayed:
Review screen
Exposure compensation
Camera mode
Low battery
Date stamp
Self Timer/Burst Flash Picture/video quality Pictures/time remaining
Storage location
ISO
White balance
(flashing = exhausted)
Mode
description
Zoom (wide,
Scroll arrows
Album name
Exposure
metering
telephoto, digital)
Favorite tag
Email tag
Print tag/number of prints Protect
Picture/video number
Image storage
Review mode
Scroll arrows
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Flash/Status screen
Press the Flash/Status button. The current camera status icons are displayed in
the bottom half of the Flash screen.
Storing pictures on an SD/MMC card
Your camera has 32 MB of internal memory. You can purchase optional
SD/MMC cards for removable, reusable storage for your pictures and videos.
CAUTION:
The card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may
damage the camera or card.
Do not insert or remove a card when the green ready light
is blinking; doing so may damage your pictures, card, or
camera.
To insert an SD/MMC card:
1Turn off the camera.
2Open the card door.
3Orient the card as shown on the camera body.
4Push the card into the slot to seat the
connector.
5Close the door.
To remove the card, turn off the camera. Push the card in, then release it.
When the card is partially ejected, pull it out.
See page 54 for storage capacities. Purchase SD/MMC cards at a dealer of
Kodak products or www.kodak.com/go/cx7530accessories.
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2Taking pictures and videos
Taking a picture
1Turn the Mode dial to the mode you want to use. See page 9 for mode
descriptions.
The camera screen displays the mode name and description. To interrupt the
description, press any button.
2Use the viewfinder or camera screen to frame your subject. (Press the OK
button to turn the camera screen on. See page 10.)
3Press the Shutter button halfway to set the
exposure and focus.
4When the ready light turns green, continue
pressing the Shutter button completely
down to take the picture.
When the ready light blinks green, the picture is
being saved; you can still take pictures. If the
ready light is red, wait until it turns green.
Taking a video
1Turn the Mode dial to Video .
2Use the viewfinder or camera screen to frame your subject.
3Press the Shutter button completely down and release. To stop recording,
press and release the Shutter button again.
NOTE: If you prefer, press the Shutter button completely down and hold it for more than 2
seconds to begin recording. To stop recording, release the Shutter button.

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Camera modes
Use this mode For
Auto General picture-taking. Automatically sets exposure, focus,
and flash.
Portrait Full-frame portraits of people. Subject is sharp and the
background is indistinct. Automatically fires a low-level fill
flash. Subject should be at least 2 ft (0.6 m) away and fill
the frame with a head and shoulders pose.
Sport Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast.
Night Night scenes or low-light conditions. Place the camera on a
flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Due to slow shutter
speeds, advise people to stay still for a few seconds after
flash fires.
Landscape Distant subjects. Flash does not fire unless you turn it on.
Auto-focus framing marks (page 11) are not available in
Landscape.
Close-up Close subjects 5.1-27.6 in. (13-70 cm) from the lens in
Wide Angle; 8.7-27.6 in.(22-70 cm) in Telephoto. Use
available light instead of flash if possible. Use the camera
screen to frame the subject.
Favorites Viewing your favorites. (See Tagging pictures as favorites,
page 37.) Use EasyShare software to load pictures into the
Favorites section of your camera’s internal memory.
NOTE: If you press the Review button while in Favorites mode,
you can view the pictures and videos on your card or in
your camera’s internal memory. The lens is not extended,
and you cannot take a picture.
Video Capture video with sound. See Taking a video, page 8.

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Using the camera screen as a viewfinder
IMPORTANT: The Liveview feature quickly depletes battery power; use it
sparingly.
1Turn the Mode dial to any Still position.
2Press the OK button to turn on the camera
screen.
3Frame your subject in the camera screen.
For more about auto-focus framing marks, see
page 11.
4Press the Shutter button halfway and hold
to set the exposure and focus. When the
framing marks change color, press the rest
of the way down to take the picture.
5To turn off the camera screen, press the OK
button.
To make the camera screen turn on whenever the camera is on, see Liveview,
page 21.
OK Framing marks

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Using the auto-focus framing marks
When using the camera screen as a viewfinder, framing marks indicate where
the camera is focusing. For the best possible pictures, the camera attempts to
focus on foreground subjects, even if the subjects are not centered in the
scene.
NOTE: This procedure does not apply to videos.
1Press the OK button to turn on the camera screen.
2Press the Shutter button halfway and hold.
When the framing marks turn green, focus is accomplished.
3Press the Shutter button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
4If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject (or if the framing marks
disappear and the Ready light blinks red), release your finger, recompose
the scene, and go to Step 2.
NOTE: Framing marks appear only when the camera screen is on.
Framing marks do not appear in Landscape mode.
While the shutter button is pressed halfway:
Center focus
Center wide focus
Side focus
Center and side focus
Left and right focus
Framing
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Reviewing the picture or video just taken
After you take a picture or video, the camera screen displays a Quickview for
approximately 5 seconds. While the picture or video is displayed, you can:
■Review: If you take no action, the
picture/video is saved.
■Play (video): Press the OK button to play the
video. Press to adjust the volume.
■Share: Press the Share button to tag a
picture/video for email or as a favorite, or to
tag a picture for print. (See page 34.)
■Delete: Press the Delete button while the
picture/video and are displayed.
NOTE: Only the final picture of a burst series (see page 17) is
displayed during Quickview. If you select Delete, all
pictures in the burst series are deleted. To delete
selectively, do so in Review (see page 25).
OK
Delete
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Using optical zoom
Use optical zoom to get up to 3X closer to your subject. Optical zoom is
effective when the lens is no closer than 24 in. (60 cm) to the subject or
5 in. (13 cm) in Close-up mode. You can change optical zoom before (but not
during) video recording.
1Use the viewfinder or camera screen to frame
your subject.
2Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide
Angle (W) to zoom out.
If the camera screen is turned on, the zoom
indicator shows you are in optical zoom.
3Press the Shutter button halfway and hold
to set the exposure and focus, then press the
rest of the way down to take the picture.
(When taking videos, press and release the
Shutter button.)
Using digital zoom
Use digital zoom in any still mode to get an additional 5X magnification
beyond optical zoom. Combined zoom settings are from 3.6X to 15X in 0.6X
increments. You must turn on the camera screen to activate digital zoom.
1Press the OK button to turn on the camera screen.
2Press the Telephoto (T) button to the optical
zoom limit (3X). Release the button, then
press it again.
The camera screen displays the zoomed image
and the zoom indicator.
3Press the Shutter button halfway and hold
to set the exposure and focus, then press the
rest of the way down to take the picture.
NOTE: You cannot use digital zoom for video recording. You
may notice decreased image quality when using digital
zoom. The blue slider on the zoom indicator pauses
and turns red when the picture quality reaches the
limit for an acceptable 4 x 6-inch print.
Optical zoom range
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Using the flash
Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy
shadows. You can change the flash setting in any Still mode; the default flash
setting is restored when you exit the mode or turn off the camera.
Turning on the flash
Flash Range
WideAngle 2-11.8 ft (0.6-3.6 m)
Telephoto 2-6.9 ft (0.6-2.1 m)
Flash Mode Flash Fires
Auto
Flash
When the lighting conditions require it.
Off Never
Fill Every time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting
conditions. Use when the subject is in shadow or is “backlit”
(when the sun is behind the subject).
Red-eye Once, so the subject’s eyes become accustomed to the flash,
then fires again when the picture is taken. (If the lighting
conditions require flash but do not require Red-eye reduction,
the flash may fire only once.)
Press the Flash/status button
through the flash options.
The active flash icon is displayed
in the camera screen status area.
button to scroll