Kodak printer dock manual Transferring pictures from a Kodak 8-in-1 card reader, Printer dock

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Using the printer dock with a computer

Transferring pictures from a Kodak 8-in-1 card reader

NOTE: Other Kodak USB card readers may work with the printer dock, however card readers made by manufacturers other than Kodak are not supported.

1Make sure Kodak EasyShare software is installed (see page 18) and the printer dock is connected to your computer (see page 21).

2 Plug the USB connector from the card reader

into the USB connector located on the side of

the printer dock.

NOTE: If the card reader is already plugged in but the

connection has timed-out, disconnect then reconnect the USB cable to re-establish a connection.

3Press the Transfer button, , on the printer dock.

Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer (if it is installed).

4Use Kodak EasyShare software to transfer pictures from the printer dock to your computer. See the Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.

The printer dock Transfer light blinks green while the pictures are being transferred. The Transfer light continues to blink green until the Transfer or Print button is pressed, or until the connection times-out.

NOTE: If Kodak EasyShare software is not installed (or not active), but the printer driver is installed, pressing the Transfer button creates a new drive connection between the device and the computer. You can copy pictures from the newly established drive to your computer hard drive, and otherwise manage files as you would with other drives on your computer. See your computer documentation for details.

Purchase a Kodak 8-in-1 card reader and other accessories at a retailer of Kodak products, or visit www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

www.kodak.com/go/support

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Contents User’s Guide Kodak EasyShare Printer dockEastman Kodak Company State Street Rochester, New York Front/top/side view Back/top/side view Power connector DC-inTable of contents Table of contents Getting started Package contentsFinding a location for your printer dock Installing the custom camera insertPrinter dock Remove the universal camera insertRisk of Electric Shock Connecting the powerClose the cartridge door Installing and removing the color cartridgeHandling and storing the color cartridge Getting started Loading the paper Handling and storing the paperPull the paper tray out to remove it Installing and removing the paper trayInstall it in your camera Choosing the right camera batteryExtending battery life Important battery informationBattery safety and handling Docking and charging your EasyShare digital camera Battery charging lights turn on asCharging lights monitor the refresh status Refreshing the Ni-MH rechargeable battery packDescending blinking Green lights ProgressesTagging pictures for automatic printing Setting the picture qualitySee your camera user’s guide for more information To print tagged pictures from your computerControl on the printer dock Printing without a computerPrinting from your EasyShare digital camera Printing tagged pictures Canceling printingTo print tagged pictures-press To bypass printing of tagged pictures-pressPrinting from a Kodak 8-in-1 card reader Plug the USB connector from the PictBridgePrinting from a PictBridge device To print from your PictBridge deviceChanging the printed picture size Continue changing other settings or begin printingTo change the default picture size Fold the tabs up, then down Remove each tab and discard Removing perforated tabs from printsWindows OS-based computers Macintosh computers Installing the softwareMinimum system requirements Add the printer for Mac OS Load the softwareMac OS Uninstalling the softwareWindows OS-based computer Square USB connector on the back of the printer dock Connecting to a computerUsing the printer dock with a computer Transferring pictures from a Kodak 8-in-1 card reader Printing with Kodak EasyShare software Printing from a computerWindows 2000/XP OS Printing using other applicationsChoosing Kodak color mode Windows 98/ME OS Canceling printingGeneral care Care and maintenanceUse the moistened cloth to gently wipe clean Cleaning the paper feed rollerTraveling with your printer dock Disconnect the AC power adapter and remove all cablesTry the following TroubleshootingPrinting problems Try the following To wipe clean Printing Clean the feed rollerPrinting stops During mid-printPrint is too light Are not supported 6, then try again Try one or more of the following Problems transferring picturesPictBridge device Color cartridge light Cause Action/solutionPaper light Battery charging lights Light status Cause Action/solution Print light Light status Cause Action/solution Picture size lights Light status Cause Action/solution Transfer light Light status Cause Action/solution Still having problems?Helpful web links Getting helpSoftware help Telephone customer supportNetherlands AustraliaGreece 00800 441 0870 243 800 901 United States 800 235 India 91 22 617Appendix Printer dock specificationsPrinter dock specifications Upgrading your software and firmware Additional safety and maintenance tipsCanadian DOC statement Regulatory informationFCC compliance and advisory English translation Vcci Class B ITEConnecting Installing & removingPower DC-in,ii Contents, packageTips Multi-up. See picture size BatteriesJapanese compliance Picture size Number of copies, 16 button Loading Removing perforated tabs, 17 slotSizes/layouts, 16 pictures Printing from Kodak 8-in-1 card readerUninstalling software Service and support, 42 setupKodak EasyShare, printing with Tabs, removing from prints, 17 tagging

printer dock specifications

The Kodak printer dock is a popular device that combines compact design with advanced printing technology to produce high-quality photos effortlessly. Designed with ease of use in mind, the Kodak printer dock allows users to print photos directly from their smartphones, tablets, or cameras, eliminating the need for a computer.

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