Kodak DC280, DC240 manual Getting Started

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1Getting Started

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Congratulations on your purchase of the new 1.3 megapixel KODAK DC240 Zoom Digital Camera (DC240) or 2.0 megapixel KODAK DC280 Zoom Digital Camera (DC280)—the cameras that take pictures digitally, without the use of film. With your new camera, picture taking and print making have never been easier or faster. The possibilties are endless. Here is just a few examples of what you can do with your camera:

θTake digital pictures in unbelievable detail, color, and sharpness.

θTransfer your pictures to a computer for instant editing, enhancement, and placement into your document.

θE-mail your pictures in minutes to friends, family, and business associates anywhere in the world.

θPrint high-quality pictures at home using KODAK Inkjet Photo Paper, or take your KODAK Picture Card to a KODAK Picture Maker System and create photo-quality enlargements with a touch of a button.

θDisplay your pictures to a large audience on a television or video monitor.

θCustomize your pictures with a company logo or graphic using the KODAK DC240/DC280 Border Transfer Application.

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Contents User’s Guide Page Table of Contents Customizing Your Pictures Installing Your Software Where to Get Help Getting Started Loading Batteries Preparing to Take PicturesTurning the Camera On and Off Checking Batteries Using the Battery Charger Using an AC Adapter Removing a Camera Memory Card Inserting a Camera Memory CardMain Camera Setup screen appears Setting the Clock on Your CameraAdjusting the LCD Brightness Taking Pictures Previewing a Picture Before it is Taken Pressing the Shutter Button Zooming in on Your Subject Picture is permanently deleted from the camera memory card Setting a Quickview for Each PictureViewing the Picture Just Taken LCD displays the Delete Picture screenMain Menu screen reappears Flash setting icon changes in the Status Display Setting the FlashInfinity Focus icon appears in the Status Display Photographing Distant SubjectsPhotographing Close-Ups Putting Yourself in the Picture Self-timer icon appears in the Status DisplayLCD displays the Date Stamp screen Current setting is checked Adding the Date to Your Pictures LCD displays the main Menu screenDeleting the Picture Just Taken Customizing Your Pictures LCD displays the Exposure Compensation screen Adjusting the Camera ExposureAdding a Border to Your Picture FPOCapturing in Black-and-White, Sepia Tone, or Document Adjusting the Picture Quality Adjusting the Picture Resolution Selecting a White Balance for Indoor Pictures Choosing a Metering System LCD displays the Auto ISO screen Current setting is  Adjusting the ISO Setting DC280 onlySharpening and Softening a Picture Locking in an Exposure Setting Page Reviewing Your Pictures Viewing Your Pictures Last picture taken appears on LCD screen Magnifying Your PicturesLCD displays a magnified view of the selected picture Print Order screen appears Selecting Pictures for PrintingLast picture taken appears on Main Review Menu screen appearsCancel CURRENT-cancels Cancelling Pictures for PrintingProtect screen appears Protecting Your PicturesPicture appears on the LCD with Protect icon Delete screen appears Deleting One or All of Your PicturesPictures are deleted from the camera memory card Slide Show Interval screen appears Running a Slide Show on Your TelevisionViewing Information About a Picture Page Personalizing Your Camera Beep screen appears. The current setting is checked  Setting a Response BeepPower Save screen appears. The current Setting is checked  Saving Camera PowerAbout screen appears Viewing Camera InformationFirmware Version-displays Main Camera Setup screen reappears Language screen appears. The current Setting is checked Selecting a Language for the Camera Format Memory Card screen appears Formatting Your Camera Memory CardVideo Out screen appears. The current setting is checked  Adjusting the Video Out SignalSetting a Border Default Adjusting the Camera Default SettingsBorders Default screen appears. Flash Default screen appears. Current setting is checked  Setting a Flash DefaultWhite Balance Default screen appears Setting a White Balance DefaultAuto Main Default-adjusts Exposure Compensation Default Setting an Exposure Compensation DefaultScreen appears Effects Default screen appears. Setting an Effect DefaultNo Effect Main Default-captures OFF Main Default-camera Setting an Auto ISO Default DC280 onlyPage Macintosh System Requirements Windows-Based System RequirementsSoftware Overview Kodak Software for Windows-Based ComputersKodak Software for Macintosh Computers Page Connecting Your Camera Connecting to a Windows-Based Computer Using a Serial Cable ConnectionConnecting to a Macintosh Computer Using a USB Cable Connection Opening Camera Controls Software Opening Digital Access Software Twain AcquireStarting the Kodak Software for Windows-Based Computers Opening Mounter SoftwarePicture Transfer icon appears Opening Digital Access Software Plug-In AcquireStarting the Kodak Software for Macintosh Computers Opening Picture Transfer ApplicationNavigating to Your Pictures Page Adjusting Your Monitor for Better Viewing Connecting with Your Camera Communicating with the ComputerGetting Better Results from Your Printer Computer Monitor Problem Cause Solution TroubleshootingCamera Memory Card Problem Cause Solution Camera Communications Problem Cause Solution Camera Problem Cause Solution Camera Problem Cause Solution Camera Problem Cause Solution Camera Problem Cause Solution Camera Problem Cause Solution LCD Messages Cause Solution Software Help Online ServicesFaxed Information Country Help number Fax Customer SupportCountry Help number Fax Page Warranty Repair Coverage Warranty Time PeriodLimitations Application Support How to Obtain ServiceFCC Compliance and Advisory Regulatory InformationCanadian DOC Statement Feature Setting Original Camera Default SettingsDC240 Camera DC240 Camera SpecificationsDC280 Camera DC280 Camera SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance and Safety Attempt to recharge them in the battery charger Using Your BatteriesBattery Charger Tips Index Page Page Page

DC280, DC240 specifications

The Kodak DC240 and DC280 were two influential digital cameras released in the late 1990s, part of a pioneering wave that helped to establish mainstream digital photography. Designed for both amateur and advanced users, these models offered innovative features that set them apart from their contemporaries.

The Kodak DC240 was introduced in 1999 and featured a 1.3-megapixel sensor, which was suitable for capturing images at 1280x960 resolution. One of its standout features was its ability to store images on CompactFlash cards, allowing users to easily expand their storage capabilities. The camera offered an optical viewfinder as well as an LCD screen, providing versatility in composing photos.

The DC240 was equipped with a fixed-focus lens, which, although not as adaptable as later zoom lenses, produced decent image quality for its time. The camera supported several color modes and had the capability to adjust exposure settings, offering users a degree of creative control. Its design was compact and lightweight, making it portable for everyday photography.

Following closely, the Kodak DC280 was launched in 2000, representing a refinement of its predecessor. It boasted a higher 2.1-megapixel resolution, allowing for clearer, more detailed images at 1600x1200 resolution. The DC280 introduced a more sophisticated autofocus system, enabling users to capture sharper images with less effort.

Another notable advancement in the DC280 was its improved image processing capabilities, which enhanced the overall color accuracy and exposure control. The camera featured a 3x zoom lens, providing greater flexibility in framing shots at various distances. Additionally, the DC280 held a larger LCD screen with improved visibility, catering to users wanting to preview their images before capturing.

Both models utilized Kodak's Image processing technology, which was designed to optimize image quality and reduce noise, particularly in low-light conditions. They were capable of connecting to computers via USB, allowing for convenient image transfers to enhance the digital workflow.

In conclusion, the Kodak DC240 and DC280 not only advanced Kodak's position in the digital camera market but also contributed significantly to the evolution of digital photography. Their blend of user-friendly features, improved technology, and solid image quality marked a pivotal transition from film to digital media, paving the way for the versatility and convenience that modern photographers enjoy today.
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