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Product features Back view Review mode Record mode Delete Settings Record/OK Speaker Strap post Tripod socket Power button/ Charging light SD/SDHC Card slot USB USB release* * Easily access the USB See page iii ii www.kodak.com/go/support
Product features Back view Review mode Record mode Delete Settings Record/OK Speaker Strap post Tripod socket Power button/ Charging light SD/SDHC Card slot USB USB release* * Easily access the USB See page iii ii www.kodak.com/go/support
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Understanding the status icons Video length Recording Recording Capture mode Focus Mode Zoom Battery level (or DC-In connected) Card inserted Elapsed time Playback Video/picture number (or direction/speed) Video length Volume Battery level (or DC-In connected) Card inserted See important Alert icons See page 15 iv www.kodak.com/go/support
Understanding the status icons Video length Recording Recording Capture mode Focus Mode Zoom Battery level (or DC-In connected) Card inserted Elapsed time Playback Video/picture number (or direction/speed) Video length Volume Battery level (or DC-In connected) Card inserted See important Alert icons See page 15 iv www.kodak.com/go/support
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...Card 3 Connecting the strap 4 2 Using your camera 5 Turning on the camera 5 Setting the date/time 5 Recording videos, taking pictures 6 Playing videos 7 Transferring, editing, sharing online 8 Deleting videos/pictures 9 Viewing on a TV 10 Accessing the settings menu 11 Adjusting the focus range 12 Using the optional remote control 13 Using an external stereo microphone 14 3 Getting help 15 Troubleshooting 15 Getting help on the Web 17 4 Appendix 18 Specifications 18 Safety ...19 Care and maintenance 20 Limited warranty 21 Regulatory compliance 23 www.kodak.com/go/support...
...Card 3 Connecting the strap 4 2 Using your camera 5 Turning on the camera 5 Setting the date/time 5 Recording videos, taking pictures 6 Playing videos 7 Transferring, editing, sharing online 8 Deleting videos/pictures 9 Viewing on a TV 10 Accessing the settings menu 11 Adjusting the focus range 12 Using the optional remote control 13 Using an external stereo microphone 14 3 Getting help 15 Troubleshooting 15 Getting help on the Web 17 4 Appendix 18 Specifications 18 Safety ...19 Care and maintenance 20 Limited warranty 21 Regulatory compliance 23 www.kodak.com/go/support...
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Access the USB See page iii Purchase extra KLIC-7004 batteries www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 2 Setting up your camera Charging using USB (approximately 4 hours) First, turn off the camera. Camera USB to computer Cable to computer Charging light: • On = charging • Off = fully charged (approx. 4 hours) Charge the Li-Ion battery frequently, even if power remains.
Access the USB See page iii Purchase extra KLIC-7004 batteries www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 2 Setting up your camera Charging using USB (approximately 4 hours) First, turn off the camera. Camera USB to computer Cable to computer Charging light: • On = charging • Off = fully charged (approx. 4 hours) Charge the Li-Ion battery frequently, even if power remains.
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Setting up your camera Inserting an SD or SDHC Card Your camera has limited internal memory-perfect for a few practice videos/pictures. We strongly suggest that you purchase an SD or SDHC Card to store more. (Maximum supported card size is on may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is 32 GB.) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories 3 www.kodak.com/go/support forcing it may damage the video/pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert the card.
Setting up your camera Inserting an SD or SDHC Card Your camera has limited internal memory-perfect for a few practice videos/pictures. We strongly suggest that you purchase an SD or SDHC Card to store more. (Maximum supported card size is on may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is 32 GB.) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories 3 www.kodak.com/go/support forcing it may damage the video/pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert the card.
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Recording videos, taking pictures Using your camera When you turn on YouTube™ and Facebook WVGA best for 5.3 MP pictures Purchase extra cards, batteries Use the optional remote control www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories See page 13 www.kodak.com/go/support 6 Web-ready Still for conserving memory card space; Start/stop recording Zoom in/out Enter Recording mode from Review or a menu 1080p best for viewing on an HDTV Change record modes: 720p/60 fps best for sports and action 720p best for viewing on a computer, sharing on the camera, it's ready to record.
Recording videos, taking pictures Using your camera When you turn on YouTube™ and Facebook WVGA best for 5.3 MP pictures Purchase extra cards, batteries Use the optional remote control www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories See page 13 www.kodak.com/go/support 6 Web-ready Still for conserving memory card space; Start/stop recording Zoom in/out Enter Recording mode from Review or a menu 1080p best for viewing on an HDTV Change record modes: 720p/60 fps best for sports and action 720p best for viewing on a computer, sharing on the camera, it's ready to record.
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Use the optional remote control See page 13 7 www.kodak.com/go/support While paused: • Press to play in slow motion. Using your camera Playing videos 1 Enter Review 2 Previous/next video 3 Play/Pause (Press and hold to Stop) Volume Delete video(s) Press the Review button for different views: 1-up Thumbnail Timeline During playback: • Press to fast-forward or fast-rewind 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X. • Press the Review button to forward/reverse one frame at a time.
Use the optional remote control See page 13 7 www.kodak.com/go/support While paused: • Press to play in slow motion. Using your camera Playing videos 1 Enter Review 2 Previous/next video 3 Play/Pause (Press and hold to Stop) Volume Delete video(s) Press the Review button for different views: 1-up Thumbnail Timeline During playback: • Press to fast-forward or fast-rewind 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X. • Press the Review button to forward/reverse one frame at a time.
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... KODAK Software. Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online First, make sure the battery is charged (or use an AC adapter to power the camera). 1 Turn off and connect the camera. (It turns on automatically.) 2 If this is the first time you've connected to this WINDOWS OS-based computer, follow the prompts to edit, personalize, make DVDs, share via YouTube and APPLE Online Sharing Services (IWEB Get ArcSoft product support See HD video...
... KODAK Software. Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online First, make sure the battery is charged (or use an AC adapter to power the camera). 1 Turn off and connect the camera. (It turns on automatically.) 2 If this is the first time you've connected to this WINDOWS OS-based computer, follow the prompts to edit, personalize, make DVDs, share via YouTube and APPLE Online Sharing Services (IWEB Get ArcSoft product support See HD video...
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Viewing on a TV HDMI Cable Using your camera AV Cable Set TV input to match your connection. For stereo playback, use the HDMI cable.* Set Video Out (NTSC/PAL) See page 11 Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories * To record in stereo, use an optional See page 14 external stereo microphone www.kodak.com/go/support 10
Viewing on a TV HDMI Cable Using your camera AV Cable Set TV input to match your connection. For stereo playback, use the HDMI cable.* Set Video Out (NTSC/PAL) See page 11 Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories * To record in stereo, use an optional See page 14 external stereo microphone www.kodak.com/go/support 10
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Using your region. Image Stabilization-Turn on /off. Sounds-Turn sounds On/Off. Face Detection-Turn face detection on to access the Settings menu. Brightness-Set LCD brightness. Format Card-Erase, format the card. Camera Info-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. 11 www.kodak.com/go/support Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. Settings menu External Microphone Image Date/Time Video Out Brightness Sounds Gain Stabilization Face Detection Format Card Camera ...
Using your region. Image Stabilization-Turn on /off. Sounds-Turn sounds On/Off. Face Detection-Turn face detection on to access the Settings menu. Brightness-Set LCD brightness. Format Card-Erase, format the card. Camera Info-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. 11 www.kodak.com/go/support Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. Settings menu External Microphone Image Date/Time Video Out Brightness Sounds Gain Stabilization Face Detection Format Card Camera ...
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Remove the tab to start/stop recording, review videos and pictures, and more. Using your camera Using the optional remote control Use the optional remote control just as you would use the on-camera buttons-to activate the battery Using the remote control Stop Recording Mode (Video/Still) 13 Delete Previous/Next Reverse/Forward Record/OK/Play Review Mode Volume/Zoom www.kodak.com/go /Zi8accessories. Go to www.kodak.com/go /support
Remove the tab to start/stop recording, review videos and pictures, and more. Using your camera Using the optional remote control Use the optional remote control just as you would use the on-camera buttons-to activate the battery Using the remote control Stop Recording Mode (Video/Still) 13 Delete Previous/Next Reverse/Forward Record/OK/Play Review Mode Volume/Zoom www.kodak.com/go /Zi8accessories. Go to www.kodak.com/go /support
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... battery. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer. ■ An error has occurred. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, or use another card. ■ Unrecognized file. Transfer videos/pictures to take more videos/pictures. ■ Card is full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer or use an SD/SDHC card to your computer, then format (erase) the card in the camera or card reader. ■ Internal memory is nearly full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card or internal memory. 15 www.kodak.com/go/support...
... battery. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer. ■ An error has occurred. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, or use another card. ■ Unrecognized file. Transfer videos/pictures to take more videos/pictures. ■ Card is full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer or use an SD/SDHC card to your computer, then format (erase) the card in the camera or card reader. ■ Internal memory is nearly full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card or internal memory. 15 www.kodak.com/go/support...
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... inserted and charged. Videos are correct for video playback. ■ Ensure that the computer system requirements are in the camera. ■ Ensure that the battery is powered by -Step Solutions & Repair. saved. (The camera is correctly inserted in Demo mode.) Insert a card or unplug the AC adapter. Videos are choppy or jumpy when played on . ■ Ensure that the camera infrared receiver (above the lens) and the remote control have...
... inserted and charged. Videos are correct for video playback. ■ Ensure that the computer system requirements are in the camera. ■ Ensure that the battery is powered by -Step Solutions & Repair. saved. (The camera is correctly inserted in Demo mode.) Insert a card or unplug the AC adapter. Videos are choppy or jumpy when played on . ■ Ensure that the camera infrared receiver (above the lens) and the remote control have...
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.../support Purchase camera accessories (lenses, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/Zi8downloads 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 17 www.kodak.com/go/support
.../support Purchase camera accessories (lenses, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/Zi8downloads 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 17 www.kodak.com/go/support
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... fps: 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps ■ WVGA (16:9) 30 fps: 848 x 480 @ 30 fps ■ Still (16:9): 5.3 MP picture Shutter Speed-Auto www.kodak.com/go/support 18 4 Appendix Specifications Image Sensor-1/2.5-type, 5 MP, CMOS Lens-6.3 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus; 35 mm equivalent: 61 mm (1080p), 46 mm (720p/60 fps, 720p, WVGA), 42 mm (still) Zoom-4X digital LCD-6.35 cm (2.5 in .)-infinity; Video: H.264 (MOV);
... fps: 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps ■ WVGA (16:9) 30 fps: 848 x 480 @ 30 fps ■ Still (16:9): 5.3 MP picture Shutter Speed-Auto www.kodak.com/go/support 18 4 Appendix Specifications Image Sensor-1/2.5-type, 5 MP, CMOS Lens-6.3 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus; 35 mm equivalent: 61 mm (1080p), 46 mm (720p/60 fps, 720p, WVGA), 42 mm (still) Zoom-4X digital LCD-6.35 cm (2.5 in .)-infinity; Video: H.264 (MOV);
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... video modes Microphone-Mono, and external stereo microphone jack (3.5 mm) ISO-Automatically set (50-800) Speaker-Yes I/O Interface-USB 2.0 (high speed); The use of the airline. ■ When removing batteries, allow them to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. For approved accessories, go to qualified service personnel. Appendix Video image stabilization-Digital, in . If the LCD breaks, do not touch the glass or liquid. standard Power-KODAK...
... video modes Microphone-Mono, and external stereo microphone jack (3.5 mm) ISO-Automatically set (50-800) Speaker-Yes I/O Interface-USB 2.0 (high speed); The use of the airline. ■ When removing batteries, allow them to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. For approved accessories, go to qualified service personnel. Appendix Video image stabilization-Digital, in . If the LCD breaks, do not touch the glass or liquid. standard Power-KODAK...
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...dated sales receipt. If Kodak is necessary to replace the entire Product, it is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will, at its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be replaced with any request for the country where the Products were purchased. Limitations This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control... to follow Kodak's operation, maintenance or repacking instructions, failure to use with proof of repair or replacement, whichever is due to ship Products, at www.kodak.com/go /support If it may be free from within the...
...dated sales receipt. If Kodak is necessary to replace the entire Product, it is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will, at its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be replaced with any request for the country where the Products were purchased. Limitations This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control... to follow Kodak's operation, maintenance or repacking instructions, failure to use with proof of repair or replacement, whichever is due to ship Products, at www.kodak.com/go /support If it may be free from within the...
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... B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) this KODAK Product is encouraged to try to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed or used with ...user's authority to operate the equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to ensure compliance with the installation of Directive 1999/5/E. 23 www.kodak.com/go/support This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in a residential installation. Operation...
... B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) this KODAK Product is encouraged to try to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed or used with ...user's authority to operate the equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to ensure compliance with the installation of Directive 1999/5/E. 23 www.kodak.com/go/support This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in a residential installation. Operation...
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..., setting, 5 close-up/landscape focus, 12 connecting strap, 4 to a computer, 8 to a TV, 10 D date setting, 5 disposal, recycling, 21 E editing videos, 8 external microphone jack, i F focus switch, 12 H help, Web links, troubleshooting, 15 1 I icons, iv K Kodak Web sites, 15 L landscape/close-up focus, 12 lens, cleaning, 20 loading batteries, 1 M maintenance, camera, 20 memory card, loading, 3 menus, 9, 11 microphone, i microphone, stereo, 14 O on/off, 5 P playing a video, 7 playing on a TV, 10 R recording, 6 recycling, disposal, 21 remote control, 13 repair, 17 www.kodak.com/go/support...
..., setting, 5 close-up/landscape focus, 12 connecting strap, 4 to a computer, 8 to a TV, 10 D date setting, 5 disposal, recycling, 21 E editing videos, 8 external microphone jack, i F focus switch, 12 H help, Web links, troubleshooting, 15 1 I icons, iv K Kodak Web sites, 15 L landscape/close-up focus, 12 lens, cleaning, 20 loading batteries, 1 M maintenance, camera, 20 memory card, loading, 3 menus, 9, 11 microphone, i microphone, stereo, 14 O on/off, 5 P playing a video, 7 playing on a TV, 10 R recording, 6 recycling, disposal, 21 remote control, 13 repair, 17 www.kodak.com/go/support...
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Index S SD/SDHC card loading, 3 setting date and time, 5 setting up the camera, 1 settings, menu, 9, 11 sharing online, 8 speaker, ii specifications, 18 status icons, iv stereo microphone, 14 strap, connecting, 4 T taking a video, picture, 6 time, setting, 5 tips, care, & maintenance, 20 transferring videos, 8 troubleshooting, 15 turning on camera, 5 TV playback, 10 U URLs, Kodak Web sites, 15 USB, iii W warranty, 21 27 www.kodak.com/go/support
Index S SD/SDHC card loading, 3 setting date and time, 5 setting up the camera, 1 settings, menu, 9, 11 sharing online, 8 speaker, ii specifications, 18 status icons, iv stereo microphone, 14 strap, connecting, 4 T taking a video, picture, 6 time, setting, 5 tips, care, & maintenance, 20 transferring videos, 8 troubleshooting, 15 turning on camera, 5 TV playback, 10 U URLs, Kodak Web sites, 15 USB, iii W warranty, 21 27 www.kodak.com/go/support