Kodak DCS 600 Series User manual

User’sGuide
forDCS600SeriesDigitalCameras
DCS600SeriesDigitalCameras

© Eastman Kodak Company and Nikon Corp., 2000 All rights reserved
Kodak and Kodak Professional are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company
Adobe, Photoshop, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc.

CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA. USE OF YOUR CAMERA INDICATES YOUR
ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE
WITH THEM, PROMPTLY RETURN THE CAMERA, UNUSED, ALONG WITH THE
ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS, IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
WARRANTY
KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 600 Series Cameras
THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO EQUIPMENT PURCHASED IN THE
UNITED STATES.
Warranty Time Period
Kodak warrants your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 600 Series Camera to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for 1 year or 100,000 shutter activations from the
day of purchase (whichever comes first).
Warranty Repair Coverage
If this equipment does not function properly during the warranty period due to defects in
material or workmanship, Kodak will, at its option, either repair or replace the equipment
without charge, subject to the conditions and limitations stated herein. Such repair service
will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts.
If replacement parts are used in making repairs, these parts may be remanufactured, or
may contain remanufactured materials. If it is necessary to replace the entire system, it
may be replaced with a remanufactured system. Repair or replacement carries a 30 day
warranty effective at the time of service problem resolution. This warranty will not extend
the original warranty period, and in the case of parts replacement, will only apply to parts
and labor performed to repair the equipment.

Limitations
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE IS KODAK’S ONLY OBLIGATION
UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
Warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase. Please return
the Warranty Registration card within 30 days of purchase.
As a condition of warranty service, before sending in your equipment to a Kodak
authorized service center for repair, you must first contact a Kodak representative for
return authorization and instructions.
Should you need to return equipment to Kodak, Kodak is not responsible for the loss or
damage of equipment while in transport to a Kodak authorized service center. You may, at
your option, choose to insure equipment for loss or damage with the carrier of your
choice.
This warranty becomes null and void if, during shipment, you fail to pack your Kodak
Professional DCS 600 Series Digital Camera in a manner consistent with the repacking
instructions.
This warranty does not cover the following:
✔Circumstances beyond Kodak’s control
✔Service or parts to correct problems resulting from the use of attachments,
accessories or alterations not marketed by Kodak
✔Unauthorized modifications or service
✔Misuse
✔Abuse
✔Failure to follow Kodak’s operating, maintenance, or repacking instructions
✔Failure to use Kodak supplied items (such as cables).
KODAK MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
KODAK WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE, OR IMPROPER FUNCTIONING
OF THIS EQUIPMENT EVEN IF THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE
NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER FAULT OF KODAK. SUCH DAMAGES FOR WHICH
KODAK WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS
OF REVENUE OR PROFIT, DOWNTIME COSTS, LOSS OF USE OF YOUR CAMERA,
COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, OR SERVICES, OR CLAIMS
OF YOUR CUSTOMERS FOR SUCH DAMAGES.

Outside the United States
In countries other than the United States, warranty terms may be different. Unless a
specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by Kodak, no
warranty or liability exists even though defect, damage or loss may be by negligence or
other act of Kodak.
How to obtain service
In the United States, call 1-800-23-KODAK (1-800-235-6325).
In Canada, call 1-800-GO-KODAK (1-800-465-6325).
In other countries, call your nearest Kodak representative.
If service is required, your Kodak representative will instruct you to return the unit to the
nearest service center for repair and will issue a return authorization number.
When returning a KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 600 Series Camera for repair, the unit
should be packed in its original packing materials according to the repacking instructions
located on the shipping container. The problem report form, located at the back of this
manual, should also be completed and enclosed with your camera. If the original
packaging has been discarded or is not available, packing will be the purchaser’s
responsibility.
Return of the repaired or replaced equipment to the customer can be expected five to
seven business days from the date the equipment arrives at the service center.

Product Support Options
During the warranty period for the Kodak Professional DCS 600 Series digital camera,
you are entitled to product support for both hardware and software, provided your camera
is registered with the Eastman Kodak Company. You may register with Eastman Kodak
via mail, fax, or through Kodak’s WWW (World Wide Web) site
(http://www.kodak.com).
Support is provided through a variety of options:
1Technical support through the WWW site: (http://www.kodak.com):
✔Support includes FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), downloadable software
updates, and technical topic articles for reading and downloading.
2FaxBack Documents on a variety of subjects. The FaxBack system is available at the
following phone number:
North America 1-800-508-1531
3Authorized Dealers:
Contact your authorized Kodak Professional dealer for help with camera operation
and connection to your computer. Many dealers can also provide training for your
graphics application software, integration consulting, and supporting equipment such
as Kodak DS8650 PS Dye Sublimation Printers. Authorized dealers can also provide
help in purchasing a service maintenance agreement.
4Telephone Support:
Currently, telephone support is provided without charge during your warranty period
only. Your camera must be registered with Eastman Kodak to qualify for no-charge
support. You will be asked to provide the serial number of your camera and proof of
purchase may be requested to verify the current status of your warranty. Cameras
found to be out of warranty will require a credit card payment for each call incident.
There is no charge to register your camera with Eastman Kodak Company.
United States: Call 1-800-23-KODAK (1-800-235-6325)
Outside United States: Contact your local Kodak service representative

5Out-of-Warranty Support Options
There will be a charge for call incidents if you wish to speak to a Kodak support
representative. A call incident is defined as only those issues raised during the first
telephone or email contact. Follow-up telephone calls by Kodak’s representative, and
callbacks to Kodak’s Support Center to resolve the call incident will not be charged,
provided a valid, active call number is provided. Calls to report bugs or anomalies
will have any charges cancelled. Calls to arrange for service will have the charges
cancelled or applied as a credit against the repair estimate or invoice.
Service maintenance agreements, which cover the repair and support of the DCS 600
Series camera and software are available. Please contact the regional Service
Marketing group at:
North America 1-800-645-6325
No-charge options include:
• Kodak Professional World Wide Web site:
http://www.kodak.com/go/support
• FaxBack system documents
• Kodak Professional dealer where you purchased this product.

Contents
Table of Contents
Important Information ..................................................1-1
System Requirements for your Computer................................................ 1-2
Macintosh ........................................................................................1-2
Windows ..........................................................................................1-2
Warnings.................................................................................................. 1-3
Important Safeguards and Precautions..................................................... 1-4
Electromagnetic Emissions...................................................................... 1-7
VCCI Statement....................................................................................... 1-7
About Your Camera .....................................................2-1
Nomenclature........................................................................................... 2-3
Camera Front ...................................................................................2-3
Camera Back ...................................................................................2-4
Camera Top .....................................................................................2-5
Camera Bottom ................................................................................2-5
Camera Sides ...................................................................................2-6
Open Battery/PC Card Door ............................................................2-7
Viewfinder ............................................................................................... 2-8
Navigate Switch....................................................................................... 2-9
Using the Navigate switch to Navigate the Image LCD Panel .......2-9
Using the Navigate switch to Select the Focus Area .......................2-9
Digital Function Buttons........................................................................ 2-10
LCD Panels............................................................................................ 2-11

Top Status LCD Panel ...................................................................2-11
Back Status LCD Panel .................................................................2-12
Image LCD Panel ..........................................................................2-12
Menu Bar ..............................................................................2-12
Navigation Techniques .........................................................2-14
Status Bar ..............................................................................2-16
Command Dials ..................................................................................... 2-17
Main-Command Dial .................................................................... 2-17
Rotating the Main-Command Dial by Itself ......................... 2-17
Rotating the Main-Command Dial While Pressing Buttons 2-18
Sub-Command-Dial ......................................................................2-19
Rotating the Sub-Command Dial by itself ...........................2-19
Rotating the Sub-Command Dial While Pressing Buttons: . 2-19
Drive Mode/Self-Timer Selector ........................................................... 2-20
Lens........................................................................................................ 2-21
Mounting the Lens ........................................................................2-21
Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture ................................... 2-22
Removing the Lens .......................................................................2-24
Imager.................................................................................................... 2-25
Anti-aliasing filter.................................................................................. 2-25
IR Filter.................................................................................................. 2-25
Viewfinder Diopter................................................................................ 2-26
Illumination Switch................................................................................ 2-27
Mirror Lockup Lever ............................................................................. 2-28
Depth-of-Field Preview Button ............................................................. 2-29
Accessory Shoe...................................................................................... 2-30

Contents
Sync Terminal........................................................................................ 2-30
Self-Diagnostic Shutter System............................................................. 2-31
Changing Viewfinders........................................................................... 2-32
Removing the Finder .....................................................................2-32
Attaching the Finder ......................................................................2-33
Changing Focusing Screens................................................................... 2-34
Camera Straps........................................................................................ 2-35
Attaching the Neck Strap ..............................................................2-35
Attaching the Hand Strap ..............................................................2-36
Name Plate............................................................................................. 2-37
Powering Your Camera ................................................3-1
Turning the Camera On and Off.............................................................. 3-1
Batteries ................................................................................................... 3-2
Inserting/Removing Batteries ..........................................................3-3
Checking Battery Status ..................................................................3-6
Battery Charger........................................................................................ 3-7
Charging Batteries ..........................................................................3-8
Conditioning (Discharging Batteries) ...........................................3-10
Battery Conservation ............................................................................. 3-11
PowerSave Mode ...........................................................................3-11
Waking your Camera from PowerSave Mode ......................3-11
Image LCD Panel Timeout ............................................................3-12
Meter Timeout ...............................................................................3-12
Situations Using Extra Battery Power ...........................................3-12
AC Adapter for Camera......................................................................... 3-13
Connecting the AC Adapter for Camera .......................................3-14

Configuring Your Camera ...........................................4-1
Date and Time.......................................................................................... 4-1
Camera Properties.................................................................................... 4-3
Setting Display Off Time ................................................................4-3
Setting PowerSave Time .................................................................4-3
Enabling Sharpening .......................................................................4-4
Setting File Resolution ....................................................................4-5
Determining Total Actuations .........................................................4-6
Use Folder 1 ............................................................................4-6
Custom Settings....................................................................................... 4-7
Using a PC Card ..........................................................5-1
PC Cards .................................................................................................. 5-1
Dual Slots for PC Cards ..................................................................5-2
Inserting/Removing PC Cards .........................................................5-3
Formatting a PC Card ...................................................................... 5-6
Selecting a PC Card or Folder ......................................................... 5-8
Saving Files .................................................................6-1
JPEG and TIFF File Processing............................................................... 6-1
Processing with Two PC Cards ....................................................... 6-1
Processing Images ........................................................................... 6-2
Changing Processing Settings ......................................................... 6-5
Working with TIFF Custom Files on your Computer ..................... 6-7
IPTC Data Management .......................................................................... 6-8
Loading IPTC Data from a PC Card ...............................................6-9
Quick Start ...................................................................7-1
Before You Start...................................................................................... 7-1

Contents
The AC Adapter for Camera ...........................................................7-5
Connecting the AC Adapter for Camera ................................7-5
Optional Settings Before You Start ......................................................... 7-7
Set the Date and Time .....................................................................7-7
Select a PC Card or Folder ..............................................................7-7
Basic Shooting ......................................................................................... 7-8
Reviewing Images on Your Camera...................................................... 7-13
Setting Display Contrast ................................................................7-14
Setting Display Options ................................................................7-15
Tagging Images...................................................................................... 7-17
Deleting Images ..................................................................................... 7-18
Deleting a Single Image ................................................................7-18
Deleting More Than One Image ....................................................7-19
Associating a Sound File with an Image................................................ 7-20
Controlling Exposure ...................................................8-1
White Balance.......................................................................................... 8-1
Selecting Custom White Balance ....................................................8-3
Using White Balance Settings .........................................................8-4
Selecting White Balance Settings ...........................................8-6
Deleting White Balance Settings ............................................8-6
Loading White Balance Settings ............................................8-7
Saving White Balance Settings using your Camera ...............8-9
Saving White Balance Settings using the Computer ..............8-9
Exposure Metering System.................................................................... 8-10
3D Color Matrix Metering ............................................................8-10
Center-Weighted Metering ............................................................8-11
Spot Metering ................................................................................8-12

Setting the Metering System ......................................................... 8-13
Exposure Mode...................................................................................... 8-14
Programmed Auto Exposure Mode ......................................8-14
Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ..................................8-15
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ...............................8-15
Manual Exposure Mode ........................................................8-16
Setting Exposure Mode .................................................................8-17
Focusing .......................................................................9-1
Focus Area............................................................................................... 9-1
Selecting the Focus Area .................................................................9-1
Locking the Focus Area ..........................................................9-3
Selecting AF Area Mode .................................................................9-4
Focus Mode.............................................................................................. 9-6
Autofocus ........................................................................................9-6
Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority (Stationary Subject) .... 9-7
Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority (Moving Subject) ........9-8
Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority ..........................9-9
Manual Focus ................................................................................9-10
Manual Focus with the Electronic Rangefinder ...................9-11
Manual Focus Using a Clear Matte Field ............................9-13
Special Focusing Situations in AF......................................................... 9-13
Antialiasing Filter or IR Filter: Effect on Focus.................................... 9-15
Sharpening ............................................................................................. 9-16
Capturing Images .......................................................10-1
Preparing to Capture an Image .............................................................. 10-1
Basic Shooting....................................................................................... 10-3

Contents
Two-Button Reset ..........................................................................10-8
ISO......................................................................................................... 10-9
Drive Mode.......................................................................................... 10-10
Choosing a Drive Mode ..............................................................10-10
Single-Frame Shooting .......................................................10-11
Continuous Shooting ..........................................................10-12
Using the Vertical Controls ................................................................. 10-13
Intervalometer...................................................................................... 10-14
Flash Photography .....................................................11-1
Recommendations for Flash Photography............................................. 11-1
Auto Aperture Mode.............................................................................. 11-2
Attaching the SB-28D or SB-28DX ...................................................... 11-3
Turning on the SB-28D or SB-28DX .................................................... 11-3
Standby Mode........................................................................................ 11-4
Enabling/Disabling Standby Mode ...............................................11-4
Waking the SB-28D or SB-28DX from Standby mode. ...............11-4
Setting Up Your Camera for Flash Photography................................... 11-5
Setting Up the SB-28D or SB-28DX..................................................... 11-7
Test Firing.............................................................................................. 11-9
Using the SB-28D................................................................................ 11-10
Auto Flash Distance Range.................................................................. 11-11
Flash Sync Mode.................................................................................. 11-13
Slow Sync ....................................................................................11-13
Making a Dark Background More Visible .........................11-13
Rear Curtain Sync .......................................................................11-15

Creating a Natural-looking Stream of Light ....................... 11-15
Guide Numbers for Determining the Correct Aperture....................... 11-17
Calculating the Correct Aperture ................................................ 11-17
Calculating the Shooting Distance .............................................. 11-17
Guide Number Table ................................................................... 11-17
Working with Images on the Camera ........................12-1
Image Review Mode.............................................................................. 12-1
Setting the Review Mode ..............................................................12-2
Reviewing Images ......................................................................... 12-3
Navigating in Single Image Review Mode ...................................12-3
Navigating in Four or Nine Image Review Mode .........................12-3
Navigating Horizontally .......................................................12-4
Navigating Vertically ........................................................... 12-5
Adjusting Display Contrast.................................................................... 12-6
Selecting an Image................................................................................. 12-7
Setting Display Options......................................................................... 12-8
Tagging Images.................................................................................... 12-10
Associating Sound Files With Images................................................. 12-11
Deleting Images................................................................................... 12-13
Deleting a Single Image .............................................................. 12-13
Deleting More Than One Image ................................................. 12-14
Recovering Deleted Images................................................................. 12-15
Advanced Operation ..................................................13-1
Capturing Images in Each Exposure Mode ........................................... 13-1
Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode .......................................... 13-1
Locking Shutter Speed ..........................................................13-3

Contents
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ........................................13-4
Locking the Aperture ............................................................13-7
Different Procedures for Different Lenses ...........................13-8
Manual Exposure Mode ................................................................13-8
Locking Shutter Speed/Aperture ........................................13-11
Different Procedures for Different Lenses .........................13-12
Flexible Program.................................................................................. 13-13
Focus Lock For Off-center Subjects.................................................... 13-14
AE/AF Lock......................................................................................... 13-16
About AE Lock ...........................................................................13-17
Exposure Compensation ...................................................................... 13-19
Obtaining the Meter Reading in Manual Exposure Mode ..........13-20
Exposure Compensation Function ...............................................13-22
Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing ................................13-24
Self-Timer............................................................................................ 13-28
Long Time Exposure............................................................................ 13-30
Custom Settings ................................................................................... 13-32
Making a Custom Setting ............................................................13-32
Reset Factory Settings .................................................................13-33
Custom Settings Table ................................................................13-34
Connecting to Your Computer ...................................14-1
Advantages to using an IEEE 1394 Connection ...........................14-1
Advantages to using a Card Reader ..............................................14-1
Connecting Your Camera to the Computer ........................................... 14-2
Quitting—Disconnecting from the Computer ....................................... 14-4
Using the Card Reader........................................................................... 14-4

Transmitting Data ......................................................15-1
Connecting a Device to the Serial Port.................................................. 15-1
Accessing Serial Port Options ............................................................... 15-2
Setting the Baud Rate ....................................................................15-2
Serial In Mode ...............................................................................15-3
Serial In Status ..............................................................................15-4
Serial Out Mode ............................................................................15-5
Image Transmit...................................................................................... 15-6
Camera Care ..............................................................16-1
Handling................................................................................................. 16-1
Cleaning................................................................................................. 16-2
Anti-aliasing Filter and IR Filter ........................................................... 16-3
Removing, Cleaning, and Re-installing the Anti-aliasing or IR Filter 16-3
The Imager............................................................................................. 16-5
Determining if the Imager is Dirty ................................................ 16-5
Cleaning the Imager ......................................................................16-8
Reassembling the Camera .............................................................16-8
Storing.................................................................................................... 16-9
Top and Back Status LCD panels.......................................................... 16-9
Installing Camera Firmware on Your Computer................................. 16-10
Updating Camera Firmware................................................................. 16-10
Updating From the PC Card ........................................................ 16-11
Appendix A - Specifications .......................................A-1
Appendix B - Troubleshooting ................................... B-1

Contents
Other symptoms, causes and remedies: .................................................. B-3
Appendix C - Lens and Viewfinder Compatibility .....C-1
Compatible Lenses.................................................................................. C-1
Manual Single Focal Length Lenses .............................................. C-1
Manual Zoom Lenses ..................................................................... C-5
Autofocus Single Focal Length Lenses .......................................... C-6
Autofocus Zoom Lenses ................................................................. C-7
Compatible Viewfinders......................................................................... C-9
Appendix D - Glossary ...............................................D-1
Appendix E - Problem Report ..................................... E-1
Appendix F - Remote Control Accessories ................ F-1

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Important
Information
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Thank you for purchasing your new KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 600 Series Camera
(DCS 620, 620x, 660, or 660M). This portable camera system, which combines
technologies of Eastman Kodak Company and Nikon Corporation, will allow you to take
and store high-resolution, high-quality digital images. Before you start using the camera,
you should follow the instructions listed below.
✔Read the Warranty statement.
✔Read the Software License Agreement.
✔Verify that your camera package contains everything mentioned in the list of
Package Contents.
✔Verify that your Macintosh or PC meets the system requirements.
✔Read the Warnings section.
✔Review the Important Safeguards and Precautions.
✔Send in the Warranty registration card.

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System Requirements for your Computer
The following sections list the required and optional computer hardware and software
needed to run the DCS Host Software with Adobe Photoshop on the Macintosh, and
TWAIN-compliant applications on the PC. Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS
Host Software User’s Manual on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera.
Macintosh
✔100 MHz Power PC processor with on-board IEEE 1394 port and/or available PCI
bus slots and/or PC Card reader
✔IEEE 1394 adapter cards (if tethering camera without on-board IEEE 1394 port)
✔Macintosh OS 8.1or later system software (Macintosh OS 8.5.1 or later for a
tethered camera)
✔64 MB RAM minimum allocated to Photoshop
✔200 MB minimum free hard disk space
✔15 inch or larger color display (24-bit recommended)
✔Adobe Photoshop software version 4.0, 4.01, 5.0, or 5.5 (or software that supports
Photoshop Acquire Plug-ins)
Windows
✔Personal computer with a 100 MHz Pentium processor with on-board IEEE 1394
port and/or PCI bus slots available and/or PC Card reader
✔IEEE 1394 adapter cards (if tethering camera without on-board IEEE 1394 port)
✔Windows 2000, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0 or later system software
✔64 MB RAM minimum
✔200 MB minimum free hard disk space
✔Color display capable of 640 x 480 pixel resolution (or greater) True color (24-bit)
is recommended
✔Version 1.7 TWAIN-compliant software application such as Adobe Photoshop
software version 4.0, 4.01, 5.0, or 5.5