Extended user guide
Page 1
KODAK EASYSHARE C142 Digital Camera Extended user guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials: www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera: www.kodak.com/go/c142support
KODAK EASYSHARE C142 Digital Camera Extended user guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials: www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera: www.kodak.com/go/c142support
Extended user guide
Page 3
www.kodak.com/go/support i See page 38. Front view Shutter button Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto) lever Flash Self-timer/ Video light Microphone Product features Flash button Mode button Power button A/V Out Lens IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system.
www.kodak.com/go/support i See page 38. Front view Shutter button Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto) lever Flash Self-timer/ Video light Microphone Product features Flash button Mode button Power button A/V Out Lens IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system.
Extended user guide
Page 4
ii www.kodak.com/go/support Product features Back view LCD Tripod socket Delete, Menu, Info, Review buttons Strap post USB port OK Share button Battery compartment, SD/SDHC Card slot IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 38.
ii www.kodak.com/go/support Product features Back view LCD Tripod socket Delete, Menu, Info, Review buttons Strap post USB port OK Share button Battery compartment, SD/SDHC Card slot IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 38.
Extended user guide
Page 5
... the strap 1 Loading the AA batteries 1 Turning on the camera 2 Setting the language and date/time 2 Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC Card 3 2 Taking pictures/videos 4 Taking pictures 4 Taking a video 5 Understanding the picture-... pictures/videos in different ways 19 A smarter way to find and enjoy your pictures 20 Understanding the review icons 21 Creating a slide show 22 www.kodak.com/go/support iii
... the strap 1 Loading the AA batteries 1 Turning on the camera 2 Setting the language and date/time 2 Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC Card 3 2 Taking pictures/videos 4 Taking pictures 4 Taking a video 5 Understanding the picture-... pictures/videos in different ways 19 A smarter way to find and enjoy your pictures 20 Understanding the review icons 21 Creating a slide show 22 www.kodak.com/go/support iii
Extended user guide
Page 6
...Cropping pictures 24 Rotating pictures 25 Editing videos 26 Selecting multiple pictures/videos 27 Copying pictures/videos 27 5 Doing more with your camera 28 Using the menu button to change settings 28 Using the Setup menu 32 6 Transferring, printing pictures 34 Download software, ... Printing pictures 35 Marking your pictures for printing 37 7 Troubleshooting 38 Getting help from your camera 38 Troubleshooting 39 Getting help on the Web 43 8 Appendix 44 Camera specifications 44 Care and maintenance 46 Upgrading your software and firmware 46 Storage capacities 47 Important ...
...Cropping pictures 24 Rotating pictures 25 Editing videos 26 Selecting multiple pictures/videos 27 Copying pictures/videos 27 5 Doing more with your camera 28 Using the menu button to change settings 28 Using the Setup menu 32 6 Transferring, printing pictures 34 Download software, ... Printing pictures 35 Marking your pictures for printing 37 7 Troubleshooting 38 Getting help from your camera 38 Troubleshooting 39 Getting help on the Web 43 8 Appendix 44 Camera specifications 44 Care and maintenance 46 Upgrading your software and firmware 46 Storage capacities 47 Important ...
Extended user guide
Page 7
1 Setting up your camera Attaching the strap Loading the AA batteries Purchase extra batteries for your special event www.kodak.com/go/c142accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 1
1 Setting up your camera Attaching the strap Loading the AA batteries Purchase extra batteries for your special event www.kodak.com/go/c142accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 1
Extended user guide
Page 8
Setting up your camera Turning on the camera Setting the language and date/time Language: to change current field. OK to accept. for previous/next field. OK to accept. to change . Date/Time: At the prompt, press OK. NOTE: To change language in the future, use the Setup Menu (see page 32). 2 www.kodak.com/go/support
Setting up your camera Turning on the camera Setting the language and date/time Language: to change current field. OK to accept. for previous/next field. OK to accept. to change . Date/Time: At the prompt, press OK. NOTE: To change language in the future, use the Setup Menu (see page 32). 2 www.kodak.com/go/support
Extended user guide
Page 9
We recommend purchasing an SD or SDHC Card to conveniently store more pictures/videos. forcing it clicks. 3 Turn on the camera. Setting up your camera Storing pictures on may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on an optional SD or SDHC Card Your camera has internal memory. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/c142accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 3 CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; Push it until it may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert the card.
We recommend purchasing an SD or SDHC Card to conveniently store more pictures/videos. forcing it clicks. 3 Turn on the camera. Setting up your camera Storing pictures on may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on an optional SD or SDHC Card Your camera has internal memory. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/c142accessories www.kodak.com/go/support 3 CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; Push it until it may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert the card.
Extended user guide
Page 10
...See page 38. 4 www.kodak.com/go/support 2 Taking pictures/videos Taking pictures To get clear, focused pictures: 1 The camera turns on the desired subject, release the Shutter button and recompose the scene. 2 Press the Shutter button completely down . If the camera is not focusing on in Smart...appear when faces are detected. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down to focus and set exposure. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in a different mode, press the Mode button, then until the LCD displays Smart Capture mode , then press OK.) 2...
...See page 38. 4 www.kodak.com/go/support 2 Taking pictures/videos Taking pictures To get clear, focused pictures: 1 The camera turns on the desired subject, release the Shutter button and recompose the scene. 2 Press the Shutter button completely down . If the camera is not focusing on in Smart...appear when faces are detected. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down to focus and set exposure. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in a different mode, press the Mode button, then until the LCD displays Smart Capture mode , then press OK.) 2...
Extended user guide
Page 11
Audio can be heard when the video is played on a computer or when the camera is captured during video recording. To review and work with videos, see page 17. Taking pictures/videos Taking a video 1 Press the Mode button, then until ... a picture/video is displayed, you may: Delete the current picture/video OK Play/pause a video NOTE: Audio is connected to a TV (see page 23). www.kodak.com/go/support 5 To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again. To review pictures/videos anytime, see page 17.
Audio can be heard when the video is played on a computer or when the camera is captured during video recording. To review and work with videos, see page 17. Taking pictures/videos Taking a video 1 Press the Mode button, then until ... a picture/video is displayed, you may: Delete the current picture/video OK Play/pause a video NOTE: Audio is connected to a TV (see page 23). www.kodak.com/go/support 5 To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again. To review pictures/videos anytime, see page 17.
Extended user guide
Page 14
... before the picture is taken to reduce the chance of the lighting conditions. Digital The camera digitally corrects red-eye after taking a picture may increase.) NOTE: When using digital correction, image processing takes longer than when using preflash. Off Never 8 www.kodak.com/go/support Flash modes Auto Flash fires When the lighting conditions require...
... before the picture is taken to reduce the chance of the lighting conditions. Digital The camera digitally corrects red-eye after taking a picture may increase.) NOTE: When using digital correction, image processing takes longer than when using preflash. Off Never 8 www.kodak.com/go/support Flash modes Auto Flash fires When the lighting conditions require...
Extended user guide
Page 15
You can be heard when the video is played on a computer or when the camera is analyzed for other content and for your subjects and surroundings, then press OK. Audio can choose the best picture size and aspect ratio for ...; 3:2 (the best choice when making 4 x 6 prints) ■ 16:9 (wide screen) ■ 4:3 (the default setting) Advanced picture taking-allows more access to a TV (see page 5.) www.kodak.com/go/support 9
You can be heard when the video is played on a computer or when the camera is analyzed for other content and for your subjects and surroundings, then press OK. Audio can choose the best picture size and aspect ratio for ...; 3:2 (the best choice when making 4 x 6 prints) ■ 16:9 (wide screen) ■ 4:3 (the default setting) Advanced picture taking-allows more access to a TV (see page 5.) www.kodak.com/go/support 9
Extended user guide
Page 16
...Fireworks. Action pictures. Subjects that are in low-light scenes. Bright beach scenes. Reducing blur caused by candle light. Close range. Subjects illuminated by camera shake or subject motion. Use available light instead of flowers or other small subjects in bright light. Documents. Bright snow scenes. For best results,... Manner/ Museum Text Beach Snow Fireworks For Full-frame portraits of children in bright light. Distant scenes. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or tripod. 10 www.kodak.com/go/support If the mode description turns off .
...Fireworks. Action pictures. Subjects that are in low-light scenes. Bright beach scenes. Reducing blur caused by candle light. Close range. Subjects illuminated by camera shake or subject motion. Use available light instead of flowers or other small subjects in bright light. Documents. Bright snow scenes. For best results,... Manner/ Museum Text Beach Snow Fireworks For Full-frame portraits of children in bright light. Distant scenes. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or tripod. 10 www.kodak.com/go/support If the mode description turns off .
Extended user guide
Page 17
Using shortcuts Your camera has a clean, uncluttered interface. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye. Emphasizing horizontal motion, with a sharp subject and blurred background. For quick access to choose a ... . 2 Press to access functions like Exposure Compensation, Self-timer, and Auto focus. (You'll see different functions in night scenes or low-light conditions. www.kodak.com/go/support 11 Shortcuts Press to show/hide shortcuts. Reduces red eye of yourself. Taking pictures/videos SCN mode Self-Portrait Night Portrait Night...
Using shortcuts Your camera has a clean, uncluttered interface. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye. Emphasizing horizontal motion, with a sharp subject and blurred background. For quick access to choose a ... . 2 Press to access functions like Exposure Compensation, Self-timer, and Auto focus. (You'll see different functions in night scenes or low-light conditions. www.kodak.com/go/support 11 Shortcuts Press to show/hide shortcuts. Reduces red eye of yourself. Taking pictures/videos SCN mode Self-Portrait Night Portrait Night...
Extended user guide
Page 18
...steps: 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to choose Self-timer/Burst, then press to 3 pictures in some modes. 12 www.kodak.com/go/support The camera takes the picture/pictures after a 10-second delay. Burst is unavailable in rapid succession. or 10-second delay, use the same procedure ...but press the Shutter button completely down . The camera stops taking pictures when you want to be included in a picture, or to ensure a steady Shutter button press. You can turn on burst ...
...steps: 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to choose Self-timer/Burst, then press to 3 pictures in some modes. 12 www.kodak.com/go/support The camera takes the picture/pictures after a 10-second delay. Burst is unavailable in rapid succession. or 10-second delay, use the same procedure ...but press the Shutter button completely down . The camera stops taking pictures when you want to be included in a picture, or to ensure a steady Shutter button press. You can turn on burst ...
Extended user guide
Page 19
... site(s) that you used previously and adds the Share icon to choose a social networking site, then press OK. The camera applies the settings that you need to download KODAK Software. (See page 34.) 1 Press the Review button, then to choose Done, then press OK. IMPORTANT: To ...use the camera's social networking features, you chose. Repeat this step to choose more sites. (Press OK again to clear a check mark.) 4 Press to...
... site(s) that you used previously and adds the Share icon to choose a social networking site, then press OK. The camera applies the settings that you need to download KODAK Software. (See page 34.) 1 Press the Review button, then to choose Done, then press OK. IMPORTANT: To ...use the camera's social networking features, you chose. Repeat this step to choose more sites. (Press OK again to clear a check mark.) 4 Press to...
Extended user guide
Page 20
... When finished, press to choose Add Email or Add Frame, then press OK. Manage email addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames You can show/hide networking sites on your camera so that a check mark appears. Sharing and tagging pictures Choose which social networking sites to display on ...your camera You can add, edit, or delete email addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames on your favorite sites appear. 1 In Review, press the Menu button. 2 Press to choose the ...
... When finished, press to choose Add Email or Add Frame, then press OK. Manage email addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames You can show/hide networking sites on your camera so that a check mark appears. Sharing and tagging pictures Choose which social networking sites to display on ...your camera You can add, edit, or delete email addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames on your favorite sites appear. 1 In Review, press the Menu button. 2 Press to choose the ...
Extended user guide
Page 22
See page 38. 16 www.kodak.com/go/support To send the pictures/videos to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button halfway down. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. When you to send the pictures/videos. To mark other pictures/videos with the same address, press , then press OK. ...
See page 38. 16 www.kodak.com/go/support To send the pictures/videos to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button halfway down. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. When you to send the pictures/videos. To mark other pictures/videos with the same address, press , then press OK. ...
Extended user guide
Page 23
...; Press to pause/resume. NOTE: Audio can be heard when the video is connected to find and enjoy your pictures" on a computer or when the camera is played on page 20. During playback: ■ Press to play at 2X speed; Press OK to reverse at 2X speed; 4 Reviewing and editing Reviewing... press the Shutter button halfway down. ■ To view pictures/videos as thumbnails, press the Wide Angle (W) button. (For more information, see page 23). www.kodak.com/go/support 17 press again for 4X. Playing a video Playback speed 4X 2X 1X 2X 4X Press OK to play a video.
...; Press to pause/resume. NOTE: Audio can be heard when the video is connected to find and enjoy your pictures" on a computer or when the camera is played on page 20. During playback: ■ Press to play at 2X speed; Press OK to reverse at 2X speed; 4 Reviewing and editing Reviewing... press the Shutter button halfway down. ■ To view pictures/videos as thumbnails, press the Wide Angle (W) button. (For more information, see page 23). www.kodak.com/go/support 17 press again for 4X. Playing a video Playback speed 4X 2X 1X 2X 4X Press OK to play a video.
Extended user guide
Page 25
.../videos, press and choose the appropriate tab. 3 To see more, smaller thumbnails.) To view all pictures/videos, choose the All tab. The camera shows the last picture that was taken. 2 Press the Zoom lever toward Telephoto (T) to magnify 1X-8X. 2 Press to view other parts of...picture 1 Press the Zoom lever toward Wide Angle (W) button to view pictures/videos as thumbnails (multi-up) 1 Press the Review button. www.kodak.com/go/support 19 Then press the Zoom lever toward Telephoto (T) button. ■ To select multiple pictures/videos, see Selecting multiple pictures/videos....
.../videos, press and choose the appropriate tab. 3 To see more, smaller thumbnails.) To view all pictures/videos, choose the All tab. The camera shows the last picture that was taken. 2 Press the Zoom lever toward Telephoto (T) to magnify 1X-8X. 2 Press to view other parts of...picture 1 Press the Zoom lever toward Wide Angle (W) button to view pictures/videos as thumbnails (multi-up) 1 Press the Review button. www.kodak.com/go/support 19 Then press the Zoom lever toward Telephoto (T) button. ■ To select multiple pictures/videos, see Selecting multiple pictures/videos....