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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 when the camera is 32 GB.) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert the card. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 5 Using your camera Using an (accessory) 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 when the camera is 32 GB.) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert the card. Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 5 Using your camera Using an (accessory) SD or SDHC Card Your camera has limited internal memory-perfect for a few practice videos/pictures.
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Start/stop recording Zoom in/out Enter Recording mode from Review or a menu Change recording modes: 1080p 720p/60 fps 720p WVGA Best for viewing on an HDTV Best for sports and action Best for conserving memory card space; Web-ready Still For 5.3 MP pictures See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/Zi8support www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 7 Using your camera Recording videos, taking pictures When you turn on YouTube™ and Facebook Best for viewing on a computer, sharing on the camera, it's ready to record.
Start/stop recording Zoom in/out Enter Recording mode from Review or a menu Change recording modes: 1080p 720p/60 fps 720p WVGA Best for viewing on an HDTV Best for sports and action Best for conserving memory card space; Web-ready Still For 5.3 MP pictures See the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/Zi8support www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 7 Using your camera Recording videos, taking pictures When you turn on YouTube™ and Facebook Best for viewing on a computer, sharing on the camera, it's ready to record.
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Learn about the optional www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories remote control 8 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter Using your camera Playing videos 1 2 3 Enter Review Previous/next video 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. While paused: • Press to play in slow motion.
Learn about the optional www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories remote control 8 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter Using your camera Playing videos 1 2 3 Enter Review Previous/next video 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. While paused: • Press to play in slow motion.
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... from the Zi8 Camera can then transfer and share videos. Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online 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... for KODAK Software. You can be used with the APPLE ILIFE suite of products to install ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for syncing with IPHONE, IPOD, or APPLE TV. * Easily access the USB See page 3 Get ArcSoft product support www.arcsoft.com/support See HD system requirements www.kodak.com/...
... from the Zi8 Camera can then transfer and share videos. Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online 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... for KODAK Software. You can be used with the APPLE ILIFE suite of products to install ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for syncing with IPHONE, IPOD, or APPLE TV. * Easily access the USB See page 3 Get ArcSoft product support www.arcsoft.com/support See HD system requirements www.kodak.com/...
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Using your camera Deleting videos/pictures 1 Review 2 Locate 3 Delete 4 to highlight a choice, then press OK Previous/ Next Cancel (without deleting) Delete 10 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
Using your camera Deleting videos/pictures 1 Review 2 Locate 3 Delete 4 to highlight a choice, then press OK Previous/ Next Cancel (without deleting) Delete 10 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
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Status icons Video length Recording Recording Capture mode Focus Mode Using your camera 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 14 www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 11
Status icons Video length Recording Recording Capture mode Focus Mode Using your camera 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 14 www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 11
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2 Doing more with your camera Playing back on a TV HDMI cable AV cable Set TV input to match your connection. For stereo playback, use the HDMI cable.* Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories Set Video Out (NTSC/PAL) See page 13 * To record in stereo, use www.kodak.com/go/Zi8support an external stereo mic (see the Extended user guide) 12 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
2 Doing more with your camera Playing back on a TV HDMI cable AV cable Set TV input to match your connection. For stereo playback, use the HDMI cable.* Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zi8accessories Set Video Out (NTSC/PAL) See page 13 * To record in stereo, use www.kodak.com/go/Zi8support an external stereo mic (see the Extended user guide) 12 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
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...-Choose sensitivity of an external microphone. Sounds-Turn sounds On/Off. Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. Camera Info-View firmware, ARCSOFT Software versions. Doing more with your region.... Image Stabilization-Turn on /off. www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 13 Face Detection-Turn ...
...-Choose sensitivity of an external microphone. Sounds-Turn sounds On/Off. Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. Camera Info-View firmware, ARCSOFT Software versions. Doing more with your region.... Image Stabilization-Turn on /off. www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 13 Face Detection-Turn ...
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...computer. ■ An error has occurred. Problem Solution Videos are ■ Use ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION Software for video choppy or jumpy playback. a computer. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card in the camera or card reader. ■ Internal memory is full.... Go to your computer. ■ Corrupt or unusable card. Transfer videos/pictures to take more videos/pictures. ■ Card is nearly full. 3 Solving camera problems Icon Solution ■ Low battery. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer or use an SD/SDHC card to your ...
...computer. ■ An error has occurred. Problem Solution Videos are ■ Use ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION Software for video choppy or jumpy playback. a computer. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card in the camera or card reader. ■ Internal memory is full.... Go to your computer. ■ Corrupt or unusable card. Transfer videos/pictures to take more videos/pictures. ■ Card is nearly full. 3 Solving camera problems Icon Solution ■ Low battery. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer or use an SD/SDHC card to your ...
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...Ensure that the lens is clean. ■ Ensure that the subject is at least 1 m (3.3 ft) from camera lens. ■ Turn on ARCSOFT Software www.arcsoft.com/support www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 15 Videos are in low resolution and/or are not saved. ■ If no card is inserted and the... camera is powered by the AC adapter, then videos are taken in low resolution and are correct for accessories www.kodak.com/go/support Download the latest firmware www.kodak.com/go/Zi8downloads Register your camera www.kodak.com/go to www.arcsoft.com/support. (...
...Ensure that the lens is clean. ■ Ensure that the subject is at least 1 m (3.3 ft) from camera lens. ■ Turn on ARCSOFT Software www.arcsoft.com/support www.kodak.com/go/zi8support 15 Videos are in low resolution and/or are not saved. ■ If no card is inserted and the... camera is powered by the AC adapter, then videos are taken in low resolution and are correct for accessories www.kodak.com/go/support Download the latest firmware www.kodak.com/go/Zi8downloads Register your camera www.kodak.com/go to www.arcsoft.com/support. (...
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... 2 hours 1 Charging using USB (approximately 4 hours 2 Inserting an SD or SDHC 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... 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 v
... 2 hours 1 Charging using USB (approximately 4 hours 2 Inserting an SD or SDHC 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... 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 v
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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. 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;
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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. Web-ready Still for conserving memory card space; 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
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. Web-ready Still for conserving memory card space; 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
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Use the optional remote control See page 13 7 www.kodak.com/go/support 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. While paused: • Press to play in slow motion.
Use the optional remote control See page 13 7 www.kodak.com/go/support 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. While paused: • Press to play in slow motion.
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... from the Zi8 Camera can then transfer and share videos. You can be used with the APPLE ILIFE suite of products to edit, personalize, 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 install ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for KODAK Software. Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online First, make DVDs, share via YouTube and APPLE Online Sharing Services (IWEB Get ArcSoft product support See...
... from the Zi8 Camera can then transfer and share videos. You can be used with the APPLE ILIFE suite of products to edit, personalize, 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 install ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for KODAK Software. Using your camera Transferring, editing, sharing online First, make DVDs, share via YouTube and APPLE Online Sharing Services (IWEB Get ArcSoft product support See...
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Using your camera Deleting videos/pictures 1 Review 2 Locate 3 Delete 4 to highlight a choice, then press OK Previous/ Next Cancel (without deleting) Delete 9 www.kodak.com/go/support
Using your camera Deleting videos/pictures 1 Review 2 Locate 3 Delete 4 to highlight a choice, then press OK Previous/ Next Cancel (without deleting) Delete 9 www.kodak.com/go/support
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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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.... Face Detection-Turn face detection on to access the Settings menu. Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. Sounds-Turn sounds On/Off. Settings menu External Microphone Image... Date/Time Video Out Brightness Sounds Gain Stabilization Face Detection Format Card Camera Info Date/Time-Set the date/time. Brightness-Set LCD brightness. Using your region. Camera Info-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. 11 www.kodak.com/go/support Image ...
.... Face Detection-Turn face detection on to access the Settings menu. Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. Sounds-Turn sounds On/Off. Settings menu External Microphone Image... Date/Time Video Out Brightness Sounds Gain Stabilization Face Detection Format Card Camera Info Date/Time-Set the date/time. Brightness-Set LCD brightness. Using your region. Camera Info-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. 11 www.kodak.com/go/support Image ...
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Adjusting the focus range Using your camera Landscape: for most videos Macro: for subjects approximately 15 cm (5.9 in.) from the lens www.kodak.com/go/support 12
Adjusting the focus range Using your camera Landscape: for most videos Macro: for subjects approximately 15 cm (5.9 in.) from the lens www.kodak.com/go/support 12
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Go 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. Remove the tab to www.kodak.com/go /support Using your camera Using the optional remote control Use the optional remote control just as you would use the on-camera buttons-to start/stop recording, review videos and pictures, and more.
Go 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. Remove the tab to www.kodak.com/go /support Using your camera Using the optional remote control Use the optional remote control just as you would use the on-camera buttons-to start/stop recording, review videos and pictures, and more.
