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ENGLISH ᕡ Charge and load the batteries Lights are on while the charger is plugged in. (See the charger documentation for instructions and charging times.) For longer life, charge KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries AA prior to use, and occasionally 1 discharge them to depletion. 2 3 www.kodak.com/go/z981support 1
ENGLISH ᕡ Charge and load the batteries Lights are on while the charger is plugged in. (See the charger documentation for instructions and charging times.) For longer life, charge KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries AA prior to use, and occasionally 1 discharge them to depletion. 2 3 www.kodak.com/go/z981support 1
User guide
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To save battery power, press the EVF/LCD button and use the electronic viewfinder. ENGLISH ᕥ Take a picture 1 Turn the Mode dial to Smart Capture . 2 Press the Shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Framing marks See other modes see page 10 See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z981support 4 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.
To save battery power, press the EVF/LCD button and use the electronic viewfinder. ENGLISH ᕥ Take a picture 1 Turn the Mode dial to Smart Capture . 2 Press the Shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Framing marks See other modes see page 10 See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z981support 4 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.
User guide
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ENGLISH Back View EVF/LCD EVF (Electronic viewfinder) LCD Delete, Menu, Info, Review Power light Mode dial Power Vertical Shutter on/off Shutter button Flash, Focus Mode, Drive Jog dial Strap post Zoom Share 5V DC-In, A/V Out, USB Vertical Shutter button OK, Tripod socket SD/SDHC Card slot, battery compartment 8 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
ENGLISH Back View EVF/LCD EVF (Electronic viewfinder) LCD Delete, Menu, Info, Review Power light Mode dial Power Vertical Shutter on/off Shutter button Flash, Focus Mode, Drive Jog dial Strap post Zoom Share 5V DC-In, A/V Out, USB Vertical Shutter button OK, Tripod socket SD/SDHC Card slot, battery compartment 8 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
User guide
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Do more with your camera Understand the picture-taking icons Focus mode Self timer/Burst Flash mode Capture mode Pictures/time remaining Zoom slider Tag name Understand the review icons Video duration Select picture/video Add text tag View thumbnails Play video Battery level Date stamp Print, quantity Protected Email Picture/Video number Upload Favorite Text tag Battery level See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z981support 16 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
Do more with your camera Understand the picture-taking icons Focus mode Self timer/Burst Flash mode Capture mode Pictures/time remaining Zoom slider Tag name Understand the review icons Video duration Select picture/video Add text tag View thumbnails Play video Battery level Date stamp Print, quantity Protected Email Picture/Video number Upload Favorite Text tag Battery level See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z981support 16 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
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... system, see page 12). You cannot take a picture ■ Turn the camera off ■ Make sure the batteries are charged and installed correctly (see page 6). ■ Take another card. NOTE: The flash does not fire in all pictures to the computer (see page 6),...; Press the Shutter button all the way (see page 4). ■ Insert new or charged batteries (see page 13), or insert another picture. See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z981support www.kodak.com/go/z981support 25 Camera buttons and controls do not function Flash does not fire ■ Check the flash setting...
... system, see page 12). You cannot take a picture ■ Turn the camera off ■ Make sure the batteries are charged and installed correctly (see page 6). ■ Take another card. NOTE: The flash does not fire in all pictures to the computer (see page 6),...; Press the Shutter button all the way (see page 4). ■ Insert new or charged batteries (see page 13), or insert another picture. See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/z981support www.kodak.com/go/z981support 25 Camera buttons and controls do not function Flash does not fire ■ Check the flash setting...
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... extreme temperature. ■ Remove the batteries when the product is not recommended by the battery manufacturer. ■ Use only batteries approved for information about the presence of substances included on batteries, see www.kodak.com/go/batterytypes. 26 www.kodak.com/go /reach for this product;... herein may result in an airplane, observe all warnings and instructions supplied by Kodak may be hot. ■ Follow all instructions of the airline. ■ When removing the batteries, allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. they may cause fire, electric shock...
... extreme temperature. ■ Remove the batteries when the product is not recommended by the battery manufacturer. ■ Use only batteries approved for information about the presence of substances included on batteries, see www.kodak.com/go/batterytypes. 26 www.kodak.com/go /reach for this product;... herein may result in an airplane, observe all warnings and instructions supplied by Kodak may be hot. ■ Follow all instructions of the airline. ■ When removing the batteries, allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. they may cause fire, electric shock...
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... necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. If replacement parts are used in both Kodak and its suppliers. Appendix Limited Warranty Kodak warrants its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Kodak will include all labor as well as adapters and cables), or claims...
... necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. If replacement parts are used in both Kodak and its suppliers. Appendix Limited Warranty Kodak warrants its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Kodak will include all labor as well as adapters and cables), or claims...
Extended user guide
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Back, bottom view EVF/LCD EVF (Electronic viewfinder) LCD Delete, Menu, Info, Review EVF/LCD Product features Power light Mode dial Power Vertical Shutter on/off Shutter button Flash, Focus Mode, Drive Jog dial Strap post Zoom (Telephoto, Wide Angle) Share 5V DC-In, A/V Out, USB Vertical Shutter button OK, Tripod socket www.kodak.com/go/support SD/SDHC Card slot, battery compartment i
Back, bottom view EVF/LCD EVF (Electronic viewfinder) LCD Delete, Menu, Info, Review EVF/LCD Product features Power light Mode dial Power Vertical Shutter on/off Shutter button Flash, Focus Mode, Drive Jog dial Strap post Zoom (Telephoto, Wide Angle) Share 5V DC-In, A/V Out, USB Vertical Shutter button OK, Tripod socket www.kodak.com/go/support SD/SDHC Card slot, battery compartment i
Extended user guide
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Table of contents 1 1 Setting up your camera 1 Charging the rechargeable batteries 1 Loading the batteries 2 Turning on the camera 3 Setting the language, date/time 3 Attaching the strap 4 Using the vertical grip (for portrait orientation 5 Storing pictures on an (accessory) SD or...compensation to adjust brightness 21 Using the histogram to view picture brightness 22 Understanding the picture-taking icons 22 Know when your batteries need charging 22 3 Sharing and tagging pictures 23 Sharing pictures through social networks 23 Tagging pictures 25 Marking pictures/videos for emailing ...
Table of contents 1 1 Setting up your camera 1 Charging the rechargeable batteries 1 Loading the batteries 2 Turning on the camera 3 Setting the language, date/time 3 Attaching the strap 4 Using the vertical grip (for portrait orientation 5 Storing pictures on an (accessory) SD or...compensation to adjust brightness 21 Using the histogram to view picture brightness 22 Understanding the picture-taking icons 22 Know when your batteries need charging 22 3 Sharing and tagging pictures 23 Sharing pictures through social networks 23 Tagging pictures 25 Marking pictures/videos for emailing ...
Extended user guide
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1 Setting up your camera Charging the rechargeable batteries For longer life, charge KODAK Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries AA prior to use, and occasionally discharge them to depletion. Lights are on while the charger is plugged in. (See the charger documentation for instructions and charging times.) See other power options Extend battery life Purchase accessories See page 7 See page 61 www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 1
1 Setting up your camera Charging the rechargeable batteries For longer life, charge KODAK Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries AA prior to use, and occasionally discharge them to depletion. Lights are on while the charger is plugged in. (See the charger documentation for instructions and charging times.) See other power options Extend battery life Purchase accessories See page 7 See page 61 www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 1
Extended user guide
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Setting up your camera Loading the batteries 1 2 See other power options Extend battery life Purchase accessories See page 7 See page 61 www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories 2 www.kodak.com/go/support
Setting up your camera Loading the batteries 1 2 See other power options Extend battery life Purchase accessories See page 7 See page 61 www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories 2 www.kodak.com/go/support
Extended user guide
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NOTE: The AC adapter does not charge the batteries. Setting up your camera Using other (accessory) power options Use the KODAK 5-Volt AC Adapter to save battery power. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 7
NOTE: The AC adapter does not charge the batteries. Setting up your camera Using other (accessory) power options Use the KODAK 5-Volt AC Adapter to save battery power. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 7
Extended user guide
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When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down. Framing marks do not appear in Smart Capture mode 1 Turn the Mode dial to Smart Capture . 2 Press the Shutter button halfway to lock the focus. 2 Taking pictures/videos Taking pictures in some SCN (scene) and Video modes. 8 www.kodak.com/go/support EVF/LCD To save battery power, press the EVF/LCD button and use the electronic viewfinder. NOTE: For more information on Smart Capture and other modes, see page 11.
When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down. Framing marks do not appear in Smart Capture mode 1 Turn the Mode dial to Smart Capture . 2 Press the Shutter button halfway to lock the focus. 2 Taking pictures/videos Taking pictures in some SCN (scene) and Video modes. 8 www.kodak.com/go/support EVF/LCD To save battery power, press the EVF/LCD button and use the electronic viewfinder. NOTE: For more information on Smart Capture and other modes, see page 11.
Extended user guide
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...taking icons Focus mode Self timer/Burst Flash mode Capture mode Pictures/time remaining Zoom slider Tag name Battery level Date stamp Know when your batteries need charging The battery level icon works like the gas gauge in the middle of light before or after you take a ... and shadow. Optimal exposure is achieved when the peak is in your car, but appears only when the batteries require your special event www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories 22 www.kodak.com/go/support Purchase extra batteries for your attention. In Review, press Menu button, then to choose Histogram.
...taking icons Focus mode Self timer/Burst Flash mode Capture mode Pictures/time remaining Zoom slider Tag name Battery level Date stamp Know when your batteries need charging The battery level icon works like the gas gauge in the middle of light before or after you take a ... and shadow. Optimal exposure is achieved when the peak is in your car, but appears only when the batteries require your special event www.kodak.com/go/z981accessories 22 www.kodak.com/go/support Purchase extra batteries for your attention. In Review, press Menu button, then to choose Histogram.
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Reviewing and editing Understanding the review icons Video duration Select picture/video Add text tag View thumbnails Play video Print/number of prints Protected Email Picture/Video number Upload Favorite Text tag Battery level 32 www.kodak.com/go/support
Reviewing and editing Understanding the review icons Video duration Select picture/video Add text tag View thumbnails Play video Print/number of prints Protected Email Picture/Video number Upload Favorite Text tag Battery level 32 www.kodak.com/go/support
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... Loop, then 2 Press to choose On, then press OK. 3 Press to display your camera's Help system, see page 35). You can customize your choice of transitions. If you may save 1 Press the Review button. www.kodak.com/go/support 33 You can even save a slide show plays, you choose no pictures... Multimedia Slide Show menu, press press OK. If the Review tab is displayed once. The slide show repeats until you press OK or until the batteries are shown in the slide show loop When you can play all are exhausted. Play a slide show . 2 Press the Menu button. Each picture/...
... Loop, then 2 Press to choose On, then press OK. 3 Press to display your camera's Help system, see page 35). You can customize your choice of transitions. If you may save 1 Press the Review button. www.kodak.com/go/support 33 You can even save a slide show plays, you choose no pictures... Multimedia Slide Show menu, press press OK. If the Review tab is displayed once. The slide show repeats until you press OK or until the batteries are shown in the slide show loop When you can play all are exhausted. Play a slide show . 2 Press the Menu button. Each picture/...
Extended user guide
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... in the lens. Ideal when precise focus of focus. Continuous AF-Because the camera is always focusing, there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down . (This setting uses less battery power.) Exposure Bracketing Interval Choose the difference in exposure compensation while using exposure bracketing...area in the picture is needed. Ideal for focusing on a precise area. Off +/- 0.3 EV +/- 0.7 EV +/- 1.0 EV See page 21. 42 www.kodak.com/go/support Choose if faces get focuspriority. (Not Off available in P/M mode. Spot-Similar to focus on faces. Doing more with your...
... in the lens. Ideal when precise focus of focus. Continuous AF-Because the camera is always focusing, there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down . (This setting uses less battery power.) Exposure Bracketing Interval Choose the difference in exposure compensation while using exposure bracketing...area in the picture is needed. Ideal for focusing on a precise area. Off +/- 0.3 EV +/- 0.7 EV +/- 1.0 EV See page 21. 42 www.kodak.com/go/support Choose if faces get focuspriority. (Not Off available in P/M mode. Spot-Similar to focus on faces. Doing more with your...
Extended user guide
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...of red-eye. Digital correction-The camera digitally corrects red-eye after a picture is taken. (Processing time after taking a picture may increase.) Orientation Sensor Orient pictures so that all appear in Review. ■ E-mail addresses (all or none) and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames Red-eye... Reduction The Red-eye flash fires automatically before a picture is taken. Off-Pictures are displayed with your computer. Power On Focus Lock Shutter Error Self-timer 44 www.kodak.com/go/support Doing more battery LCD is ...
...of red-eye. Digital correction-The camera digitally corrects red-eye after a picture is taken. (Processing time after taking a picture may increase.) Orientation Sensor Orient pictures so that all appear in Review. ■ E-mail addresses (all or none) and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames Red-eye... Reduction The Red-eye flash fires automatically before a picture is taken. Off-Pictures are displayed with your computer. Power On Focus Lock Shutter Error Self-timer 44 www.kodak.com/go/support Doing more battery LCD is ...
Extended user guide
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... www.kodak.com/go/z981support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs. Make sure the camera is when a card is operating normally. In Review, you do not function Camera freezes up ■ Turn the camera off, then back on ■ Remove then reinsert or replace batteries. Pictures... fire ■ Check the flash setting, and change as needed (see page 45). Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Camera problems Status Solution Camera does not ■ Charge rechargeable batteries (see page 47), then format the card or internal memory. ■ Take another picture. turn...
... www.kodak.com/go/z981support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs. Make sure the camera is when a card is operating normally. In Review, you do not function Camera freezes up ■ Turn the camera off, then back on ■ Remove then reinsert or replace batteries. Pictures... fire ■ Check the flash setting, and change as needed (see page 45). Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Camera problems Status Solution Camera does not ■ Charge rechargeable batteries (see page 47), then format the card or internal memory. ■ Take another picture. turn...
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...files. ■ Use another memory card. Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. corrupted ■ Keep rechargeable batteries charged. ■ Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 47), then format the card or internal memory (see page 44). or entirely full... Status Solution Memory card is almost ■ Transfer the pictures to the computer (see page 45), turn the camera off and then on again. desired picture/video www.kodak.com/go/support 53 Shutter button does not work. ■ Turn on a card or in ■ Retake...
...files. ■ Use another memory card. Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. corrupted ■ Keep rechargeable batteries charged. ■ Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 47), then format the card or internal memory (see page 44). or entirely full... Status Solution Memory card is almost ■ Transfer the pictures to the computer (see page 45), turn the camera off and then on again. desired picture/video www.kodak.com/go/support 53 Shutter button does not work. ■ Turn on a card or in ■ Retake...