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KODAK Zx1 Pocket Video Camera Extended user guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials: www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera: www.kodak.com/go/Zx1support
KODAK Zx1 Pocket Video Camera Extended user guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials: www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera: www.kodak.com/go/Zx1support
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Product features Back view LCD Record/OK Delete Stop Volume/Zoom Tripod socket ii Recording mode Review mode/ Slow motion Previous/Next Reverse/Forward Video/picture size Strap post www.kodak.com/go/support
Product features Back view LCD Record/OK Delete Stop Volume/Zoom Tripod socket ii Recording mode Review mode/ Slow motion Previous/Next Reverse/Forward Video/picture size Strap post www.kodak.com/go/support
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Product features Understanding the status icons Recording status Recording icons Video length Zoom indicator Mode Elapsed time Volume Playback icons Video/picture number Card is inserted Battery level Video length No card is inserted DC power (plugged in) Direction/Speed Indicator www.kodak.com/go/support iii
Product features Understanding the status icons Recording status Recording icons Video length Zoom indicator Mode Elapsed time Volume Playback icons Video/picture number Card is inserted Battery level Video length No card is inserted DC power (plugged in) Direction/Speed Indicator www.kodak.com/go/support iii
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... batteries 1 Using an optional KODAK SD or SDHC Card 2 Connecting the strap 3 2 Using your camera 4 Turning on the camera 4 Setting the date/time 4 Recording ...5 Playing videos 6 Playing back on a TV 7 Using the optional remote control 8 Transferring, editing, sharing online 9 Accessing settings 10 3 Getting help 11 Getting help on the Web 11 Getting help on the telephone 12 4 Troubleshooting 13 5 Appendix 15 Specifications 15 Safety ...16 Care and maintenance 17 Warranty...18 Regulatory compliance 20 iv www.kodak.com/go/support
... batteries 1 Using an optional KODAK SD or SDHC Card 2 Connecting the strap 3 2 Using your camera 4 Turning on the camera 4 Setting the date/time 4 Recording ...5 Playing videos 6 Playing back on a TV 7 Using the optional remote control 8 Transferring, editing, sharing online 9 Accessing settings 10 3 Getting help 11 Getting help on the Web 11 Getting help on the telephone 12 4 Troubleshooting 13 5 Appendix 15 Specifications 15 Safety ...16 Care and maintenance 17 Warranty...18 Regulatory compliance 20 iv www.kodak.com/go/support
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optional 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert or remove the optional card. 3 Turn on may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on the camera. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zx1accessories 2 www.kodak.com/go/support CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; Setting up your camera Using an optional KODAK SD or SDHC Card Your camera has internal memory, but we recommend a KODAK SD or SDHC Card to conveniently store more videos/pictures. forcing it may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera.
optional 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert or remove the optional card. 3 Turn on may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on the camera. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zx1accessories 2 www.kodak.com/go/support CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; Setting up your camera Using an optional KODAK SD or SDHC Card Your camera has internal memory, but we recommend a KODAK SD or SDHC Card to conveniently store more videos/pictures. forcing it may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera.
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Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zx1accessories Use the optional remote control see page 8 www.kodak.com/go/support 5 Recording Using your camera When you turn on the camera, it's ready to take videos. (OK) Start/stop recording Zoom in/out Choose a mode: • HD: 16:9, 720p @ 30 fps (HDTV) • HD60: 16:9, 720p @ 60 fps (HDTV) • Still (3 MP pictures) • VGA: 4:3, 640 x 480 @ 30 fps (Web-ready) NOTE: To take even more videos, insert an SD or SDHC Card.
Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zx1accessories Use the optional remote control see page 8 www.kodak.com/go/support 5 Recording Using your camera When you turn on the camera, it's ready to take videos. (OK) Start/stop recording Zoom in/out Choose a mode: • HD: 16:9, 720p @ 30 fps (HDTV) • HD60: 16:9, 720p @ 60 fps (HDTV) • Still (3 MP pictures) • VGA: 4:3, 640 x 480 @ 30 fps (Web-ready) NOTE: To take even more videos, insert an SD or SDHC Card.
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Using your camera Playing videos Review button (press again for thumbnails, timeline) (OK) Play/Pause Stop video playback Delete the current or all videos/pictures Volume Previous/next video During playback, press to forward/ reverse one frame at a time. To use the optional remote control, see page 8. 6 www.kodak.com/go/support While paused, press to fast-forward or fast-rewind 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X.
Using your camera Playing videos Review button (press again for thumbnails, timeline) (OK) Play/Pause Stop video playback Delete the current or all videos/pictures Volume Previous/next video During playback, press to forward/ reverse one frame at a time. To use the optional remote control, see page 8. 6 www.kodak.com/go/support While paused, press to fast-forward or fast-rewind 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X.
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Playing back on a TV HDMI cable (for HD quality) Using your camera AV cable (for VGA quality) To set Video Out (NTSC/PAL), see page 10. www.kodak.com/go /Zx1accessories. Visit www.kodak.com/go /support 7 Save battery power To save battery power, use the optional AC adapter to power the camera.
Playing back on a TV HDMI cable (for HD quality) Using your camera AV cable (for VGA quality) To set Video Out (NTSC/PAL), see page 10. www.kodak.com/go /Zx1accessories. Visit www.kodak.com/go /support 7 Save battery power To save battery power, use the optional AC adapter to power the camera.
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Remove the tab to start/stop recording, take a picture, and review videos and pictures. Visit www.kodak.com/go /support Using your camera Using the optional remote control Use the optional remote control to activate the battery Using the remote control Delete Stop Mode Selector (Video/Still) Previous/Next Reverse/Forward Record/OK Review Mode Volume/Zoom 8 www.kodak.com/go /Zx1accessories.
Remove the tab to start/stop recording, take a picture, and review videos and pictures. Visit www.kodak.com/go /support Using your camera Using the optional remote control Use the optional remote control to activate the battery Using the remote control Delete Stop Mode Selector (Video/Still) Previous/Next Reverse/Forward Record/OK Review Mode Volume/Zoom 8 www.kodak.com/go /Zx1accessories.
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... TV. Video and pictures from the Zx1 Camera can then transfer and share videos. Get ArcSoft product support www.arcsoft.com/support www.kodak.com/go/support 9 Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online 1 Connect, then turn on the camera. 2 If this is the first time you've connected to this WINDOWS OS-based PC, follow the prompts to edit, personalize, make DVDs, share via YouTube™ and APPLE Online Sharing Services (IWEB...
... TV. Video and pictures from the Zx1 Camera can then transfer and share videos. Get ArcSoft product support www.arcsoft.com/support www.kodak.com/go/support 9 Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online 1 Connect, then turn on the camera. 2 If this is the first time you've connected to this WINDOWS OS-based PC, follow the prompts to edit, personalize, make DVDs, share via YouTube™ and APPLE Online Sharing Services (IWEB...
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... card; Format SD/SDHC Card Deletes everything on , press any two buttons to a television or other external device. Removing a card during formatting may damage the card. Using your camera Accessing settings When the camera is displayed at the top of the Settings screen. 10 www.kodak.com/go/support Sounds ■ On ■ Off Video Out Choose the regional setting that lets you connect the camera to access the Setup menu. formats the card. ■ NTSC ■ PAL CAUTION: Formatting deletes all videos/pictures. Date/Time Set the date and time...
... card; Format SD/SDHC Card Deletes everything on , press any two buttons to a television or other external device. Removing a card during formatting may damage the card. Using your camera Accessing settings When the camera is displayed at the top of the Settings screen. 10 www.kodak.com/go/support Sounds ■ On ■ Off Video Out Choose the regional setting that lets you connect the camera to access the Setup menu. formats the card. ■ NTSC ■ PAL CAUTION: Formatting deletes all videos/pictures. Date/Time Set the date and time...
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... www.kodak.com/go/support Purchase camera accessories (lenses, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/Zx1accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/Zx1downloads See online demonstrations of your camera www.kodak.com/go/howto Register your camera www.kodak.com/go/register Software Get information on ARCSOFT Software www.arcsoft.com/support Get help with the WINDOWS OS and working with www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics digital pictures www.kodak...
... www.kodak.com/go/support Purchase camera accessories (lenses, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/Zx1accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/Zx1downloads See online demonstrations of your camera www.kodak.com/go/howto Register your camera www.kodak.com/go/register Software Get information on ARCSOFT Software www.arcsoft.com/support Get help with the WINDOWS OS and working with www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics digital pictures www.kodak...
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... file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer using the USB cable. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer using the USB cable or an optional card reader. 4 Troubleshooting Status Solution ■ Unrecognized or corrupt file. Then format the card in the camera or card reader. ■ An error may have occurred while formatting the card. Then format the card in the camera. ■ Try another card. ■ Card is full. www.kodak.com/go/support 13 Transfer videos/pictures to take more video/pictures. Charge the batteries. ■ Internal memory...
... file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer using the USB cable. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer using the USB cable or an optional card reader. 4 Troubleshooting Status Solution ■ Unrecognized or corrupt file. Then format the card in the camera or card reader. ■ An error may have occurred while formatting the card. Then format the card in the camera. ■ Try another card. ■ Card is full. www.kodak.com/go/support 13 Transfer videos/pictures to take more video/pictures. Charge the batteries. ■ Internal memory...
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... remote control. ■ Ensure batteries are correctly inserted in .) from camera lens. Images are blurry. ■ Ensure lens is clean of fingerprints. ■ Ensure subject is properly connected directly to steady the camera. Questions or problems ■ Visit www.arcsoft.com/support. Troubleshooting Status Solution Camera will not work with ■ Ensure batteries are jumpy, not stable. ■ Use a tripod or mini tripod to the TV input(s). ■ Ensure TV menu settings...
... remote control. ■ Ensure batteries are correctly inserted in .) from camera lens. Images are blurry. ■ Ensure lens is clean of fingerprints. ■ Ensure subject is properly connected directly to steady the camera. Questions or problems ■ Visit www.arcsoft.com/support. Troubleshooting Status Solution Camera will not work with ■ Ensure batteries are jumpy, not stable. ■ Use a tripod or mini tripod to the TV input(s). ■ Ensure TV menu settings...
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5 Appendix Specifications Image Sensor-1/4.5-type, 1.6 MP, CMOS Lens-4.1 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus Zoom-2X digital LCD-5 cm (2 in .)-infinity Aperture-f/2.8 White Balance-Auto Exposure-Auto Shutter Speed-Auto File Format-Still: JPEG (2048 x 1536); Video: H.264 (MOV), AAC LC ■ HD: 16:9, 720p @ 30 fps (HDTV) ■ HD60: 16:9, 720p @ 60 fps (HDTV) ■ Still (3 MP pictures) ■ VGA: 4:3, 640 x 480 @ 30 fps (Web-ready) Microphone-Yes www.kodak.com/go/support 15 optional SD...
5 Appendix Specifications Image Sensor-1/4.5-type, 1.6 MP, CMOS Lens-4.1 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus Zoom-2X digital LCD-5 cm (2 in .)-infinity Aperture-f/2.8 White Balance-Auto Exposure-Auto Shutter Speed-Auto File Format-Still: JPEG (2048 x 1536); Video: H.264 (MOV), AAC LC ■ HD: 16:9, 720p @ 30 fps (HDTV) ■ HD60: 16:9, 720p @ 60 fps (HDTV) ■ Still (3 MP pictures) ■ VGA: 4:3, 640 x 480 @ 30 fps (Web-ready) Microphone-Yes www.kodak.com/go/support 15 optional SD...
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...-USB 2.0 (high speed); standard Power-5V AC adapter, or: ■ KODAK AA Batteries (Ni-MH, alkaline) ■ KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-8000 ■ KODAK Lithium Digital Camera Battery CRV3 Size-20 x 107 x 50.1 mm (0.8 x 4.2 x 2 in exposure to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. The use of an accessory that is not recommended by the battery manufacturer. ■ Use only batteries approved for indoor use of controls, adjustments, or...
...-USB 2.0 (high speed); standard Power-5V AC adapter, or: ■ KODAK AA Batteries (Ni-MH, alkaline) ■ KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-8000 ■ KODAK Lithium Digital Camera Battery CRV3 Size-20 x 107 x 50.1 mm (0.8 x 4.2 x 2 in exposure to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. The use of an accessory that is not recommended by the battery manufacturer. ■ Use only batteries approved for indoor use of controls, adjustments, or...
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... use cleaning solutions unless designed specifically for more information on the lens or LCD to remove dust and dirt. For more information. ■ For camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local health provider. Do not allow batteries to local and national regulations. Care and maintenance ■ If you suspect water has gotten inside the product, contact Kodak customer support...
... use cleaning solutions unless designed specifically for more information on the lens or LCD to remove dust and dirt. For more information. ■ For camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local health provider. Do not allow batteries to local and national regulations. Care and maintenance ■ If you suspect water has gotten inside the product, contact Kodak customer support...
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... replacement parts are used in both materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Limited warranty coverage Warranty service is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will include all labor as well as adapters and cables), or claims made after the date of the purchase price paid for warranty repair. Warranty service will , at your expense, to the authorized service...
... replacement parts are used in both materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Limited warranty coverage Warranty service is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will include all labor as well as adapters and cables), or claims made after the date of the purchase price paid for warranty repair. Warranty service will , at your expense, to the authorized service...
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... B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the product, they must accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Appendix Regulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisory KODAK Zx1 Pocket Video Camera This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Operation is...
... B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the product, they must accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Appendix Regulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisory KODAK Zx1 Pocket Video Camera This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Operation is...
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... E editing videos, 9 H help, Web links, 11 K Kodak Web sites, 11 L lens, cleaning, 17 loading batteries, 1 www.kodak.com/go/support M maintenance, camera, 17 memory card, loading, 2 P playing a video, 6 playing on a TV, 7 R recording, 5 recycling, disposal, 18 remote control, 8 repair, 11 S saving battery power, 7 SD/SDHC card loading, 2 service and support telephone numbers, 12 setting date and time, 4 setting up the camera, 1 settings, 10 sharing online, 9 solving problems, 13 specifications, 15 support, technical, 12 T taking a video, picture, 5 telephone support, 12 time, setting, 4 tips...
... E editing videos, 9 H help, Web links, 11 K Kodak Web sites, 11 L lens, cleaning, 17 loading batteries, 1 www.kodak.com/go/support M maintenance, camera, 17 memory card, loading, 2 P playing a video, 6 playing on a TV, 7 R recording, 5 recycling, disposal, 18 remote control, 8 repair, 11 S saving battery power, 7 SD/SDHC card loading, 2 service and support telephone numbers, 12 setting date and time, 4 setting up the camera, 1 settings, 10 sharing online, 9 solving problems, 13 specifications, 15 support, technical, 12 T taking a video, picture, 5 telephone support, 12 time, setting, 4 tips...