Kodak DC280, DC240 manual Warranty Time Period, Warranty Repair Coverage

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10Warranty and Regulatory Information

Warranty Time Period

Kodak warrants the KODAK DC240 Zoom Digital Camera and KODAK DC280 Zoom Digital Camera to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.

Warranty Repair Coverage

This warranty will be honored within the geographical location that the product was purchased.

If the equipment does not function properly during the warranty period due to defects in either materials or workmanship, Kodak will, at its option, either repair or replace the equipment without charge, subject to the conditions and limitations stated herein. Such repair service will include all labor, as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts.

If replacement parts are used in making repairs, these parts may be remanufactured or may contain remanufactured materials. If it is

necessary to replace the entire system, it may be replaced with a10 remanufactured system.

Kodak will also provide telephone assistance during the warranty period.

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Contents User’s Guide Page Table of Contents Customizing Your Pictures Installing Your Software Where to Get Help Getting Started Turning the Camera On and Off Preparing to Take PicturesLoading Batteries 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 Viewing the Picture Just Taken Setting a Quickview for Each PictureLCD displays the Delete Picture screen Picture is permanently deleted from the camera memory cardMain 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 DisplayAdding the Date to Your Pictures Current setting is checked LCD displays the main Menu screen LCD displays the Date Stamp 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 LCD displays a magnified view of the selected picture Magnifying Your PicturesLast picture taken appears on LCD screen Last picture taken appears on Selecting Pictures for PrintingMain Review Menu screen appears Print Order screen appearsCancel CURRENT-cancels Cancelling Pictures for PrintingPicture appears on the LCD with Protect icon Protecting Your PicturesProtect screen appears Pictures are deleted from the camera memory card Deleting One or All of Your PicturesDelete screen appears 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 PowerFirmware Version-displays Viewing Camera InformationAbout screen appears Selecting a Language for the Camera Language screen appears. The current Setting is checked Main Camera Setup screen reappears Format Memory Card screen appears Formatting Your Camera Memory CardVideo Out screen appears. The current setting is checked  Adjusting the Video Out SignalBorders Default screen appears. Adjusting the Camera Default SettingsSetting a Border Default Flash Default screen appears. Current setting is checked  Setting a Flash DefaultAuto Main Default-adjusts Setting a White Balance DefaultWhite Balance Default screen appears Screen appears Setting an Exposure Compensation DefaultExposure Compensation Default No Effect Main Default-captures Setting an Effect DefaultEffects Default screen appears. 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 Starting the Kodak Software for Windows-Based Computers Opening Digital Access Software Twain AcquireOpening Mounter Software Opening Camera Controls SoftwareStarting the Kodak Software for Macintosh Computers Opening Digital Access Software Plug-In AcquireOpening Picture Transfer Application Picture Transfer icon appearsNavigating to Your Pictures Page Adjusting Your Monitor for Better Viewing Connecting with Your Camera Communicating with the ComputerGetting Better Results from Your Printer Camera Memory Card Problem Cause Solution TroubleshootingComputer Monitor 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 Faxed Information Online ServicesSoftware Help Country Help number Fax Customer SupportCountry Help number Fax Page Warranty Repair Coverage Warranty Time PeriodLimitations Application Support How to Obtain ServiceCanadian DOC Statement Regulatory InformationFCC Compliance and Advisory 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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