Kodak PIXPRO AZ528-BK User manual

KODAK
DIGITAL CAMERA
PIXPRO
AZ528
User Manual

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Declaration of Conformity
Responsible Party: JK Imaging Ltd.
Address: JK Imaging Ltd., 17239 So. Main Street, Gardena, CA 90248 USA
Company Website: kodakpixpro.com
INDUSTRY CANADA
This device complies with Canadian RSS210.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard (s).Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This product complies with the Canadian portable RF exposure limit set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and is safe for intended operation as described in this manual.
Additional RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as
possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such function is
available.
NEW CAMERA OWNER / IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing your new KODAK PIXPRO AZ528 Astro Zoom camera. In an
eort to provide you with the most up to date beneits and features of the AZ528, we
strongly encourage you to register your new camera on our website:
https://kodakpixpro.com/support/product-registration
Doing so will keep you informed of important updates, including irmware, features
and other important information that pertain to the AZ528. Your information is always
kept secure, is encrypted and is never sold, shared or used for any purposes other than
for AZ528 camera speciic notiications, unless you opt-in to receive other types of
communications during the registration process.
BEFORE YOU START

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For Customers in Europe
This symbol [crossed-out wheel bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of
electrical waste and electronic equipment in the European countries. Please do not
throw the equipment into domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection sys-
tems available in your country for proper, safe disposal of this product.
“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements
for safety, health, environment and customer protection. “CE” marked cameras are
intended for sales in Europe.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the RED Directive 2014/53/
EU. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of
conformity with the essential requirements of the RED Directive 2014/53/EU:
- EN609501/A12:2011+A2:2013
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
- EN55032:2015/AC:2016 Class B
- EN6100032:2014
- EN6100033:2013
- EN55035:2017
- EN 62479:2010
Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure
restrictions for electromagnetic ields (0 Hz-300 GHz)
- EN 300 328 V2.2.2(2019-07)
Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4
GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques
- EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1 (2017-02)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common
technical requirements

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- EN 301 48917 V3.1.1 (201702)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment; Part 17: Speciic conditions for
Broadband Data Transmission Systems
For SAR statement
A minimum separation distance of XX cm must be maintained between the user’s body
and the device, including the antenna during body-worn operation to comply with the RF
exposure requirements in Europe.
To compliance with RF Exposure requirements in Europe, third-party belt-clips, holsters
or similar accessories used by this device should not contain any metallic components.
The use of accessories that do not satisfy these requirements may not comply with RF
exposure requirements, and should be avoided.
Hereby, Sintai Optical (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd, declares that this PIXPRO AZ528 is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Direc-
tive 2014/53/EU.
Manufacturer: Sintai Optical (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd
Address: Qiwei Ind Sec, 1st, 2nd,& 3RD Bldg, Lisonglang Village, Gongming
Town, Bao’an District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Batteries: Please dispose of used batteries at designated collection centers.
Packaging: Please follow local regulations for the recycling of packaging.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modiications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This product complies with the FCC portable RF exposure limit set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and is safe for intended operation as described in this manual.
Additional RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as
possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such function is
available.

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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the KODAK PIXPRO Digital Camera. Please carefully read this
manual and keep it well for future reference.
JK Imaging Ltd. reserves all rights of this document. No part of this published manual
may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated
into any language or computer language, in any form, by any means, without the prior
written permission of JK Imaging Ltd.
All trademarks mentioned in this manual are used for identiication purposes only and
are properties of their respective owners.
This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your new KODAK PIXPRO
Digital Camera. Every eort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual
are accurate; however JK Imaging Ltd. reserves the right to make changes without
notice.
Throughout this manual, the following symbols are used to help you locate
information quickly and easily:
Indicates useful information.
In introducing you how to operate this camera, the following symbols may appear to
facilitate your understanding:
「Item properties」：The optional properties in the camera interface are indicated by
the symbol「」.

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SAFETY NOTES
Safety notes for this camera
Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects.
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the camera.
Do not use or store the camera in dusty places or on a beach to prevent dust or sand
from entering the camera, causing possible damage.
Do not use or store the camera in a hot environment or in direct sunlight.
Do not use or store the camera near a powerful magnetic ield, such as a magnet or
transformer.
Avoid touching the lens of the camera.
Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight for a long period of time.
To prevent the camera from being damaged by moisture, do not use or store the
camera in very humid environments, such as in rain or near bodies of water.
If water accidentally comes in contact with the camera, turn the camera o, remove
the battery and the memory card, and dry it completely within 24 hours.
When you take the camera from a cold environment to a warmer environment,
condensation may occur. Please wait for a reasonable period of time before you turn
the camera on.
Before you remove the battery and memory card, the camera should be turned o.
When you clean the body of the camera, do not use abrasive, alcohol-based or
organic cleansers or solvents.
Use a professional lens cleaning cloth and appropriate cleaner to wipe and clean the lens.
Download your photos and remove the memory card when you are going to store the
camera for a long period of time.
If this camera is not in use for a long period of time, please keep it in a dry and clean
storage location.
Our company will not pay compensation for any failure of playback including: pictures
or videos damaged or unrecoverable by improper operation.

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Safety notes for battery
Please use a battery that is the same type as the one included.
Please use the attached charger to charge the battery.
If battery luid leaks inside the camera, contact our customer service department
immediately. If battery luid leaks onto your skin, rinse your skin with clean water and
seek immediate medical attention.
Disposal of used batteries should be carried out in accordance with the local (national
or regional) regulations.
To prevent the battery from being damaged, do not drop the battery or allow it to hit
solid objects or to be scratched by foreign objects.
Do not let the battery come in contact with metal objects (including coins) to avoid
short circuiting, discharging, excessive heat, or possible leakage.
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery.
Do not expose the battery to water. Always keep the battery contacts dry.
Do not heat the battery or throw it into a ire to avoid a possible explosion.
Do not store the battery in a hot environment or in direct sunlight.
If the battery overheats during charging or use, stop charging or stop use immediately.
Turn o the product, remove the battery carefully, and wait until it cools down.
When the camera is stored for a long period of time, remove the battery and keep it in
a dry place that is not accessible to infants and children.
In a colder environment, the performance of the battery could be noticeably reduced.
When you install the battery, align the battery markings according to the positive and
negative markings inside the battery compartment. Never force the battery into the
battery compartment.

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Safety notes for memory card
We suggest buying only well-known, name brand memory cards to ensure peak
performance and reliability.
Format the memory card using the camera before you use it or insert a new one.
Do not drop the memory card or allow it to hit solid objects to avoid damaging it.
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the memory card.
Do not expose the memory card to water. Always keep it dry.
Do not remove the memory card when the camera is turned on. Otherwise, the
memory card and photo/video iles could be permanently damaged.
Do not directly edit the data on the memory card. Copy the data to your computer
before you edit them.
When the camera is stored for a long period of time, be sure to download your photos
and remove the memory card. Store the memory card in a dry environment.
Do not modify the name of the iles or folders of the memory card using your
computer. Modifying the ile names may cause the iles to not be recognized on the
camera or a possible permanent error may occur.
A photo taken with the camera will be stored in the folder that is automatically
generated on the memory card. Do not store photos that are not taken using this
camera in these folders as the pictures cannot be recognized during the playback.
When you insert the memory card, make sure the notch of the card matches the
markings on the top of the camera card slot.

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Other Safety Notes
Do not disconnect the power or turn the camera o during the update process. Doing
so may cause incorrect data to be written and the camera may not power on later.
Do not hang the neck strap of the camera around the neck of a child.
When using your camera on an airplane, observe the relevant rules speciied by the
airline and FAA regulations.
Due to the limitations of manufacturing technology, the LCD may have a few dead
or bright pixels. These pixels do no eect the quality or performance of the camera,
photos or video.
Do not expose the camera’s LCD to water. In a humid environment, only wipe it with a
soft and dry cleaning cloth.
If the LCD screen is damaged, pay particular attention to the liquid crystal in the
screen.
If any of the following situations arise, immediately take the steps listed below:
1. If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin, please wipe with a dry cloth, wash
thoroughly with soap, and rinse with plenty of clean water.
2. If liquid crystal gets into your eye, lush the eye immediately with plenty of clean
water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.
3. If liquid crystal is swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth thoroughly with clean
water and induce vomiting. Seek medical assistance.
WARNING
Altering, tampering or modifying the any parts of AZ528 camera are unauthorized and
will void the manufacturer’s warranty and “could” void Federal and/or State Compli-
ance.

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CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU START...............1
SAFETY NOTES ......................6
CONTENTS........................... 10
GETTING READY................... 15
Accessories Included....................... 15
Install Lens Cap and Neck Strap...... 16
Part Names ....................................... 17
Installing Battery and
Memory Card.................................... 19
Charging Battery .............................. 21
Turning Camera On and O............. 23
Set your Language, Date/Time........ 24
Set your Language, Date/Time
after the First Power-On............. 24
Resetting your Language........... 25
Resetting Date/Time .................. 26
MODE OVERVIEW ................ 27
Display Setting ................................. 27
LCD Display....................................... 28
Overview of the screen icons in
photo shooting mode ................ 28
Overview of the screen icons in
movie mode ............................... 29
Overview of the screen icons in
playback mode........................... 30
How to Take Pictures........................ 31
Using the Mode Dial ......................... 32

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Auto Mode.................................. 35
Face Beautiier ........................... 37
Wi-Fi® Mode................................ 38
Scene Mode ............................... 45
Panorama Mode ......................... 47
Movie Mode................................ 50
Custom Settings ........................ 51
BASIC OPERATION............... 53
Using the Zoom Function................. 53
Focus Setting.................................... 54
Macro Mode...................................... 55
Self-Timer Setting............................. 56
Flash Mode ....................................... 57
White Balance Setting...................... 58
Continuous Shot .............................. 59
EV Settings ....................................... 60
EV Adjustment...................... 60
ISO Adjustment.....................61
Shutter Adjustment.................... 61
Aperture Adjustment ................. 62
Using Quick Recording .................... 62
i Button Function Menu.................... 63
PLAYBACK MODE................. 64
Viewing Photos and Videos ............. 64
Thumbnail View................................ 65

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Using Zoom Playback (for still
pictures only).................................... 66
Deleting Photos and Videos............. 67
Slideshow ......................................... 68
Continuous Capture Group
Playback............................................ 69
Animation Panorama Play ................ 70
USING THE MENUS.............. 71
Photo Setup Menu............................ 71
Expo Metering............................ 71
Image Size.................................. 72
OIS (Optical Image
Stabilization) .............................. 73
Cont. AF (Continuous
Auto-Focus) ................................ 73
HDR (High Dynamic Range)....... 74
Beautiier .................................... 74
Scene.......................................... 75
Photo Shooting Settings Menu........ 76
Quality ........................................ 77
AF Assist Beam........................... 77
Digital Zoom............................... 77
Date Imprint ............................... 78
Quick Review.............................. 78
Custom Settings ........................ 79
Movie Menu ...................................... 80
Expo Metering (Exposure
Metering).................................... 80
Movie Size .................................. 81

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OIS (Optical Image
Stabilization) .............................. 82
Movie Setting Menu ......................... 83
Digital Zoom............................... 84
Custom Settings ........................ 84
Playback Menu ................................. 85
Playback Mode........................... 85
HDR (High Dynamic Range)....... 86
Touch-Up .................................... 86
Rotate ......................................... 87
Resize ......................................... 87
Color........................................... 88
Playback Settings Menu................... 89
Protect........................................ 90
Delete ......................................... 91
DPOF (Digital Print Order
Format) ....................................... 92
Trim............................................. 92
General Settings Menu .................... 93
Sound Settings........................... 94
Power Saver................................ 94
Language.................................... 95
Zone............................................ 95
Date/Time................................... 95
LCD Brightness........................... 95
File Settings...................................... 96
Format ........................................ 97

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Copy to Card.............................. 97
File Numbering........................... 98
Reset........................................... 98
FW Version.................................. 99
CONNECTION SETTINGS ...100
Connecting to a Computer............. 101
Setting the USB Mode .............. 101
Transferring iles to your
computer................................... 102
Connecting to a PictBridge
Compatible Printer......................... 103
Setting the USB Mode ............ 103
Connecting to your Printer..... 104
Using the PictBridge
Menu .............................................. 105
Video System ................................ 109
APPENDICES ....................... 110
Product Speciications.....................110
Prompts and Warning Messages ..... 114
Troubleshooting ............................... 118

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GETTING READY
Your camera box should contain the camera model you purchased along with the follow-
ing accessories. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your
retailer irst or our customer service center. (The battery chargers may be a little dierent
in shape due to the dierent countries or regions this camera is sold to. The illustration
may not match the actual product.)
Micro USB Cable
Warranty CardNeck Strap
Rechargeable
Li-ion Battery
AC Adapter
(Optional)
Lens Cap With Strap
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
STOP
Service Card
Accessories Included

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Install Lens Cap and Neck Strap
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Part Names
1. Micro USB/AV Port
2. Zoom Lever
3. Shutter Button
4. Strap Eyelet
5. Exposure Compensation Button
6. Continuous Shot Button
7. Power Button
8. AF Assist Beam/Self-Timer Lamp
9. Flash Lamp
10. Lens
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


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11. Flash Button
12. Microphones
13. Indicator Lamp
14. Mode Dial
15. Fast Video Recording Button
16. Menu Button
17.
AC
AF Button/Up Button
18.
AC
Macro Button/Left Button
19.
CA
Flash Button/Right Button
20.
C
A
Delete Button/Self-Timer
Button/Down Button
21. Display Button
22. Playback Button
23. SET Button
24. i Button
25. LCD
26. Speaker
27. Battery Cover Door
28. Tripod Socket (1/4'' Standard)
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

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


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1. Open the battery cover according to
the direction of arrow.
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2
2. Insert the battery into the battery
compartment according to the
negative and positive directions as
illustrated in the picture. Push the
battery down until it locks in place.
Installing Battery and Memory Card
Battery Lock
Knob