Kodak Z980 Check the image storage location setting, Picture or, Instead of a, Behind the subject

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Troubleshooting

If

Try one or more of the following

In Review mode,

Check the image storage location setting (page 44).

you do not see a

 

picture (or the

 

expected picture)

 

on the LCD or EVF.

 

 

 

In Review mode, a

Transfer the picture to the computer (see page 48), then format the

blue or black

card or internal memory (see page 46).

screen is displayed

CAUTION: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos,

instead of a

including protected files.

picture.

 

 

 

Slide show does

Check the cable connections.

not run on external

Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, see page 45).

video device.

See the external device’s user’s guide.

 

Picture is too light. Turn off the flash, or move so there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between the camera and the subject.

Decrease Exposure Compensation (see page 21).

Picture is not clear. Clean the lens (see page 68).

Make sure your camera is not in Close-up mode.

Move so there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between the camera and the subject.

Press the shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure. When the framing brackets turns green, press the Shutter button completely down.

Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.

Picture is too dark. Turn on the flash (see page 14).

Move so there is no more than 11.8 ft (3.6 m) in wide angle and 6.9 ft (2.1 m) in telephoto between the camera and the subject.

 

Use Fill flash (see page 14) or change your position so light is not

 

behind the subject.

 

Increase Exposure Compensation (see page 21).

 

 

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Contents Kodak Easyshare Z980 4H5212en Back, bottom view LCDFront view Table of contents Table of contents Purchase accessories See other power optionsExtend battery life Charging and loading the rechargeable batteriesTurning on the camera Setting the language, date/time Attaching the strap Using the vertical grip for portrait orientation Learn more about taking focused pictures seeStoring pictures on an accessory SD or Sdhc Card Using an accessory Kodak P20 Zoom Flash For more information See the flash documentationUsing other accessory power options Use the Kodak 5-Volt AC Adapter to save battery powerTaking pictures/videos Taking a pictureUsing the framing marks Taking a videoReviewing the picture/video just taken To review pictures/videos anytime, seeCapture modes Scene modes Using the zoom Using digital zoomUsing the flash Longer than when using preflashTo get into the scene Using the Drive buttonUsing the self-timer Release on a tripodChild blowing out birthday Mode Icon Description Example BurstTaking burst pictures CandlesMacro Using the Focus buttonMode Icon For Super MacroTake the first picture Turn the Mode dial to PanoramaTaking panoramic pictures Mode When to use S, and M modesChanging P, A, S, or M mode settings Then the exposures Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketingIf the exposure Interval is set to 0.3 steps Taken areUsing the histogram to view picture brightness Understanding the picture-taking iconsReviewing pictures/videos Magnifying a picture during reviewPlaying a video Using the undo delete featureDeleting pictures/videos Press the Menu button to exit the menu Using the menu button in ReviewProtecting pictures/videos from deletion Playing a sound tag Adding sound tagsRecording a sound tag You can add a recording up to 1 minute long to a pictureCropping pictures Using Kodak Perfect Touch Technology Using the RAW Develop feature Press to highlight Make Picture, then press OK Editing videosMaking a picture from a video Press Trimming a videoVideo Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab Press the Review button, then to find a video Using video bookmarksSetting bookmarks Press OKUsing bookmarks Making a video action print Play a multimedia slide show loop Making a multimedia slide showMake a multimedia slide show that you can save Displaying pictures/videos on a television Press the Review button to exit Review Viewing pictures as thumbnailsSelecting multiple pictures/videos Using shortcuts For quick access to the most popular functionsCopy pictures/videos Copying pictures/videosUnderstanding the review icons Using the Capture menu Low Color Black & White Sepia Picture Quality Color Mode High ColorChoose color tones for pictures. Natural Color White Balance Using the Capture + menuCapture + Options Exposure MeteringUsing the Setup menu Not, the camera uses internal memory Even if a card is installedImage Storage Pictures/videosFeatures Auto Power Off Minutes None-digital zoom is off Mode Orientation SensorSound Volume High Medium Low Off Date & Time Reset CameraView camera firmware version FormatAbout Installing the software Follow the on-screen instructions to install the softwareTransferring pictures with the USB cable Printing pictures Transferring pictures using other optionsDisconnecting the camera from a Kodak All-in-One Printer Direct printing with a Kodak All-in-One PrinterPrinting from an optional SD or Sdhc Card Using a printer that is not Pictbridge Technology enabledOrdering prints online Press the Review button. Press to locate a picture Tagging your picturesTagging pictures for printing Press to select the number of copiesTagging pictures/videos for emailing Add a new email address or tag nameAssigning the favorite tag to pictures/videos Assigning other tags to pictures/videosAssigning a tag to the pictures/videos you take next Including protected files Camera problemsTry one or more of the following Blue or black Card or internal memory see Check the image storage location settingPicture or Instead of aRecognize Format the card see SD/SDHC Card Feature did not Off and then on again Take effectPurchase a certified SD/SDHC Card Insert a card into the slot, then push to seat seeCamera/computer communications LCD/EVF messages Try one or more of the following Turning on camera Help Getting help from your cameraGreat news Helpful links New Zealand 0800 880 Norway 23 16 21 Philippines Australia00 800 TurkeyCamera specifications Combined zoom-120XFlash modes-Auto, Fill, Red-eye Reduction, Off Sound tag-Yes Date stamp-Yes Tripod mount-1/4 inch Self-timer-2 seconds, 10 seconds, or 2-shotAuto power off-Selectable 1, 3, 5, 10 minutes When removing the battery, allow it to cool it may be hot Storage capacitiesBattery life Extending battery lifeLimited warranty coverage Care and maintenanceLimited warranty Limitations Your rights Regulatory complianceFCC compliance and advisory Outside the United States and CanadaN137 Australian C-TickCanadian DOC statement Appendix This class is eye-safe under all operating conditions Class 1 LED Product EN 60825-1 and IECRussian GOST-R Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY AIO-40Out Audio/video, 36 USBReviewing pictures Lens, cleaningIcons Reviewing videosMagnify a picture Macintosh Computers, installing Pasm mode Software onPanoramic pictures Perfect Touch TechnologyAfter taking Self-timerSetting Running a slide showTransferring pictures, videos Optical Warranty, 68 WEEE, 72 white balance, 42 wide angle buttonAfter taking, 10, 23 volume, adjusting