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ENGLISH ᕥ Recording videos, taking pictures When you turn on YouTube™ and memory MP Facebook card space pictures www.kodak.com/go to Liveview Zoom in the Settings menu. In Review or on a menu, press to cycle LCD Glare Shield filters Normal High B&W (black Saturation & white) NOTE: The LCD Glare Shield must be turned on in /out Change recording modes Recording modes 1080p 720p/60 fps 720p WVGA Still for viewing on an HDTV for...
ENGLISH ᕥ Recording videos, taking pictures When you turn on YouTube™ and memory MP Facebook card space pictures www.kodak.com/go to Liveview Zoom in the Settings menu. In Review or on a menu, press to cycle LCD Glare Shield filters Normal High B&W (black Saturation & white) NOTE: The LCD Glare Shield must be turned on in /out Change recording modes Recording modes 1080p 720p/60 fps 720p WVGA Still for viewing on an HDTV for...
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.../support HD video system requirements www.kodak.com/go/HDsysreq www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport 7 ENGLISH ᕧ Transferring, editing, sharing online 1 Connect the camera. (It turns on automatically.) 2 If this is the first time you've connected to this camera!) Videos and pictures can then transfer and share videos. You can be used with the APPLE ILIFE suite of products to install ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for syncing with ITUNES for KODAK Software. KODAK Camera USB Cable...
.../support HD video system requirements www.kodak.com/go/HDsysreq www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport 7 ENGLISH ᕧ Transferring, editing, sharing online 1 Connect the camera. (It turns on automatically.) 2 If this is the first time you've connected to this camera!) Videos and pictures can then transfer and share videos. You can be used with the APPLE ILIFE suite of products to install ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for syncing with ITUNES for KODAK Software. KODAK Camera USB Cable...
User guide
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ENGLISH Understanding the status icons Video length Recording Recording Capture mode Underwater mode Elapsed time Playback Zoom Battery level (or DC-In connected) No card inserted Video length Video/picture number (or direction/speed) Volume Battery level (or DC-In connected) Card inserted Download the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/manuals 10 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
ENGLISH Understanding the status icons Video length Recording Recording Capture mode Underwater mode Elapsed time Playback Zoom Battery level (or DC-In connected) No card inserted Video length Video/picture number (or direction/speed) Volume Battery level (or DC-In connected) Card inserted Download the Extended user guide www.kodak.com/go/manuals 10 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
User guide
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... Format Card Camera Info Date/Time-Set the date/time. www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport 13 Camera Info-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. Electronic Image Stabilization-Turn on to take videos/pictures under water. LCD Glare Shield-Turn on to access the Settings menu. LCD Brightness-Set LCD brightness. (Auto lets the camera set it for your region. Accessing the settings menu Doing more Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. TV Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for you.) Volume/Sounds-Turn sounds on/off. (When the Video Recording light...
... Format Card Camera Info Date/Time-Set the date/time. www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport 13 Camera Info-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. Electronic Image Stabilization-Turn on to take videos/pictures under water. LCD Glare Shield-Turn on to access the Settings menu. LCD Brightness-Set LCD brightness. (Auto lets the camera set it for your region. Accessing the settings menu Doing more Press the Settings button to reduce video blur. TV Video Out-Choose the setting (NTSC, PAL) for you.) Volume/Sounds-Turn sounds on/off. (When the Video Recording light...
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... if the camera is dropped. 1 Press the Settings button, then choose Underwater Mode . 2 Press to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera in water ■ Wipe off . 3 meters (9.8 feet) After using . 14 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter button, then take videos/pictures as you normally 4 When finished taking underwater videos/pictures, turn Underwater Mode off water or debris. Allow camera to choose...
... if the camera is dropped. 1 Press the Settings button, then choose Underwater Mode . 2 Press to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera in water ■ Wipe off . 3 meters (9.8 feet) After using . 14 www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter button, then take videos/pictures as you normally 4 When finished taking underwater videos/pictures, turn Underwater Mode off water or debris. Allow camera to choose...
User guide
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Charge the battery. ■ Card or internal memory is full. www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport 15 Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, or use another card. ■ Unrecognized file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card. 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 full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer. ■ An error has occurred. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer...
Charge the battery. ■ Card or internal memory is full. www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport 15 Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, or use another card. ■ Unrecognized file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card. 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 full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer. ■ An error has occurred. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer...
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... Cable is properly connected directly to www.kodak.com/go/support and click Step-by the AC adapter, then videos are correct for video playback (page 7). ■ Ensure that Video Out is set correctly (page 13). ARCSOFT Software. LCD is correctly inserted, charged. Videos do not play on Electronic Image Stabilization (page 13). ■ If using a tripod, turn off Electronic Image Stabilization. ■ For underwater videos, see page 14. Videos are in Demo mode...
... Cable is properly connected directly to www.kodak.com/go/support and click Step-by the AC adapter, then videos are correct for video playback (page 7). ■ Ensure that Video Out is set correctly (page 13). ARCSOFT Software. LCD is correctly inserted, charged. Videos do not play on Electronic Image Stabilization (page 13). ■ If using a tripod, turn off Electronic Image Stabilization. ■ For underwater videos, see page 14. Videos are in Demo mode...
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Getting help Getting help on the Web Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting information, arrange for repairs, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport See step-by-step solutions www.kodak.com/go/itg and repair information Purchase camera accessories (remote controls, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/playsportaccessories Download the latest camera www.kodak.com/go/playsportdownloads firmware and software Get support for accessories www.kodak.com/go/support See online demonstrations...
Getting help Getting help on the Web Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting information, arrange for repairs, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/playsportsupport See step-by-step solutions www.kodak.com/go/itg and repair information Purchase camera accessories (remote controls, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/playsportaccessories Download the latest camera www.kodak.com/go/playsportdownloads firmware and software Get support for accessories www.kodak.com/go/support See online demonstrations...
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... card/battery, make sure your computer manufacturer if you have questions. ■ If using this product in an airplane, observe all warnings and instructions supplied by Kodak may be hot. ■ Follow all instructions of the airline. ■ When removing batteries, allow batteries to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. there are no user-serviceable parts inside the product, contact Kodak customer support...
... card/battery, make sure your computer manufacturer if you have questions. ■ If using this product in an airplane, observe all warnings and instructions supplied by Kodak may be hot. ■ Follow all instructions of the airline. ■ When removing batteries, allow batteries to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. there are no user-serviceable parts inside the product, contact Kodak customer support...
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... camera reaches operating temperature before using . ■ Blow gently on your country. Proof of the purchase price paid for warranty repair. Kodak will not float. Limitations This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control. Allow all times. ■ If water has entered the camera, remove the battery/card. Limited warranty coverage Warranty service is necessary to any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. Remanufactured products, parts...
... camera reaches operating temperature before using . ■ Blow gently on your country. Proof of the purchase price paid for warranty repair. Kodak will not float. Limitations This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control. Allow all times. ■ If water has entered the camera, remove the battery/card. Limited warranty coverage Warranty service is necessary to any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. Remanufactured products, parts...
Extended user guide
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KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera Extended user guide Model Zx3 www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials: www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera: www.kodak.com/go/support
KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera Extended user guide Model Zx3 www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials: www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera: www.kodak.com/go/support
Extended user guide
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Table of contents 1 1 Setting up your camera 1 Charging the battery (approximately 2 hours 1 Charging using external charger or USB 2 Inserting an SD or SDHC Card 3 Connecting a 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 Using the camera under water 12 Using the optional remote control 13 3 Getting help 14 Troubleshooting 14 Getting help on the Web 16 4 Appendix 17 ...
Table of contents 1 1 Setting up your camera 1 Charging the battery (approximately 2 hours 1 Charging using external charger or USB 2 Inserting an SD or SDHC Card 3 Connecting a 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 Using the camera under water 12 Using the optional remote control 13 3 Getting help 14 Troubleshooting 14 Getting help on the Web 16 4 Appendix 17 ...
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... conserving memory card space Still for 5 MP pictures Purchase extra cards, batteries Use the optional remote control 6 www.kodak.com/go/playsportaccessories see page 13 www.kodak.com/go/support Using your camera Recording videos, taking pictures When you turn on the camera, it's ready to cycle LCD Glare Shield filters Normal High B&W (black Saturation & white) NOTE: The LCD Glare Shield must be turned on in /out Change recording modes 1080p best for viewing on an HDTV Recording modes...
... conserving memory card space Still for 5 MP pictures Purchase extra cards, batteries Use the optional remote control 6 www.kodak.com/go/playsportaccessories see page 13 www.kodak.com/go/support Using your camera Recording videos, taking pictures When you turn on the camera, it's ready to cycle LCD Glare Shield filters Normal High B&W (black Saturation & white) NOTE: The LCD Glare Shield must be turned on in /out Change recording modes 1080p best for viewing on an HDTV Recording modes...
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While paused, go /support 7 While paused, press for different views: 1-up Thumbnail Timeline view view While playing, fast-forward/rewind 2X/4X/8X/16X. Use the optional remote control see page 13 www.kodak.com/go forward/reverse one frame. Playing videos Using your camera 1 Review 2 Previous/next video 3 OK Play/Pause (Press and hold to Stop) Volume Delete video/pictures While playing, play in slow motion.
While paused, go /support 7 While paused, press for different views: 1-up Thumbnail Timeline view view While playing, fast-forward/rewind 2X/4X/8X/16X. Use the optional remote control see page 13 www.kodak.com/go forward/reverse one frame. Playing videos Using your camera 1 Review 2 Previous/next video 3 OK Play/Pause (Press and hold to Stop) Volume Delete video/pictures While playing, play in slow motion.
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...-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. Underwater Mode-Turn on if taking videos/pictures under water. (See page 12.) LCD Glare Shield-Turn on to reduce video blur. Electronic Image Stabilization-Turn on to access the Settings menu. www.kodak.com/go/support 11 Format Card-Erase, format the card. LCD Brightness-Set LCD brightness. (Auto lets the camera set it for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to improve LCD viewability in bright, outdoor conditions. Using your region. Date/Time TV Video Out LCD Brightness Volume/ Sounds Microphone...
...-View firmware and ARCSOFT Software versions. Underwater Mode-Turn on if taking videos/pictures under water. (See page 12.) LCD Glare Shield-Turn on to reduce video blur. Electronic Image Stabilization-Turn on to access the Settings menu. www.kodak.com/go/support 11 Format Card-Erase, format the card. LCD Brightness-Set LCD brightness. (Auto lets the camera set it for your camera Accessing the settings menu Press the Settings button to improve LCD viewability in bright, outdoor conditions. Using your region. Date/Time TV Video Out LCD Brightness Volume/ Sounds Microphone...
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... format (erase) the card. 14 www.kodak.com/go/support Transfer videos/pictures to your computer or use another card. ■ Unrecognized file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, or use an SD/SDHC card to your computer. ■ An error has occurred. Transfer videos/pictures to take more videos/pictures. ■ Card is full. 3 Getting help Troubleshooting Icon Solution ■ Low battery. Charge the battery. ■ Card or internal memory is full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card in the camera or card...
... format (erase) the card. 14 www.kodak.com/go/support Transfer videos/pictures to your computer or use another card. ■ Unrecognized file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, or use an SD/SDHC card to your computer. ■ An error has occurred. Transfer videos/pictures to take more videos/pictures. ■ Card is full. 3 Getting help Troubleshooting Icon Solution ■ Low battery. Charge the battery. ■ Card or internal memory is full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format (erase) the card in the camera or card...
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... the lens. ■ Turn on a TV. ■ Ensure that an HDMI or AV Cable is properly connected directly to www.arcsoft.com/support. Videos are met. Camera will not turn on a computer. ■ Use ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for KODAK Software for 24 hours.) LCD is in the remote optional remote control. Videos are not ■ Underwater focus range is correctly inserted in Demo mode.) Insert a card or unplug the AC adapter. Underwater videos are...
... the lens. ■ Turn on a TV. ■ Ensure that an HDMI or AV Cable is properly connected directly to www.arcsoft.com/support. Videos are met. Camera will not turn on a computer. ■ Use ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION for KODAK Software for 24 hours.) LCD is in the remote optional remote control. Videos are not ■ Underwater focus range is correctly inserted in Demo mode.) Insert a card or unplug the AC adapter. Underwater videos are...
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... Power-KODAK 5V AC adapter, or KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7004 Battery life-Approximately 90 minutes in . The use of an accessory that is not recommended by Kodak may result in exposure to IEC60529 IP6X Size-112.5 x 58 x 19.5 mm (4.4 x 2.3 x 0.8 in.) Weight-145 g (5.1 oz) with battery and card Operating temperature-0-40° C (32-104° F); component output; Appendix Microphone-Mono ISO-Automatically set...
... Power-KODAK 5V AC adapter, or KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7004 Battery life-Approximately 90 minutes in . The use of an accessory that is not recommended by Kodak may result in exposure to IEC60529 IP6X Size-112.5 x 58 x 19.5 mm (4.4 x 2.3 x 0.8 in.) Weight-145 g (5.1 oz) with battery and card Operating temperature-0-40° C (32-104° F); component output; Appendix Microphone-Mono ISO-Automatically set...
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...). ■ Do not open/close camera doors in both materials and workmanship for camera lenses. In the US, go /support. Wipe gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an untreated lens-cleaning tissue. Do not use cleaning solutions unless designed specifically for the warranty 20 www.kodak.com/go to contact painted surfaces. ■ Service agreements may be free from the door seals...
...). ■ Do not open/close camera doors in both materials and workmanship for camera lenses. In the US, go /support. Wipe gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an untreated lens-cleaning tissue. Do not use cleaning solutions unless designed specifically for the warranty 20 www.kodak.com/go to contact painted surfaces. ■ Service agreements may be free from the door seals...
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..., 7 playing on a TV, 10 R recording, 6 recording light, i recording modes, 6 recycling, disposal, 20 remote control, 13 repair, 16 rewind video, 7 S SD/SDHC card loading, 3 setting date and time, 5 setting up the camera, 1 settings menu, 11 sharing online, 8 slow motion playback, 7 sounds, 11 speaker, ii specifications, 17 start recording, 6 status icons, iii strap, connecting, 4 T taking a video, picture, 6 28 taking videos, pictures, 6 telephoto, 6 time and date, setting, 5 tips, care, & maintenance, 20 transferring videos, 8 troubleshooting, 14 turning on camera, 5 TV playback, 10 TV video...
..., 7 playing on a TV, 10 R recording, 6 recording light, i recording modes, 6 recycling, disposal, 20 remote control, 13 repair, 16 rewind video, 7 S SD/SDHC card loading, 3 setting date and time, 5 setting up the camera, 1 settings menu, 11 sharing online, 8 slow motion playback, 7 sounds, 11 speaker, ii specifications, 17 start recording, 6 status icons, iii strap, connecting, 4 T taking a video, picture, 6 28 taking videos, pictures, 6 telephoto, 6 time and date, setting, 5 tips, care, & maintenance, 20 transferring videos, 8 troubleshooting, 14 turning on camera, 5 TV playback, 10 TV video...
