Kodak Z730 manual Getting started, Installing the software first, Charging the battery

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Getting started

Installing the software first

IMPORTANT: Install the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD before connecting the camera (or dock) to the computer. Otherwise, the software may install incorrectly. See the Start Here! guide or page 39.

Charging the battery

The rechargeable Li-Ion battery requires charging before first use.

1Insert the battery into the charger.

2Insert the plug that matches your electrical outlet.

3Plug the charger into the outlet.

The indicator light turns red. When the indicator light turns green, remove the battery and unplug the charger. Charging takes approximately 3 hours.

NOTE: You can also charge the battery using an optional Kodak EasyShare printer dock or camera dock. Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

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Contents Kodak EasyShare Z730 zoom digital camera User’s guideEastman Kodak Company Rochester, New York Top, front view Back, bottom view Table of contents Table of contents Table of contents Getting started Installing the software firstCharging the battery Inserting the battery Setting the date and timeSetting the date & time, first time Use only a Kodak EasyShare rechargeable Li-Ion batteryDial from Off to Auto Setting the date & time, anytimeTurning the camera on and off Checking camera status in capture mode Changing the camera screen in Auto modeSee page 61 for storage capacities Using optional lensesStoring pictures on an optional SD or MMC card Taking pictures and videos Taking a pictureUsing the diopter to sharpen the viewfinder Using the auto-focus framing marksSaved Taking a videoReviewing the picture or video just taken Using optical zoom Using digital zoomUse this mode For Auto Camera modesScene PriorityUse this mode For Manual Scene modesCustom FavoritesClose-up Using P, A, S, M, and C modes Aperture f Depth of fieldUsing the jog dial to change P, A, S, M, or C mode settings Settings apply only in P, A, S, M, and C modesTurn the Mode dial to P, A, S, M, or C Press the jog dial to save the settingUsing the flash Backlit when light is behind the subjectTurning on the flash Zoom position Flash Range Wide AngleFlash settings in each mode Party ChildrenBacklight First burstShooting close-up and landscape pictures Close-up picturesLandscape pictures Zoom positionUsing exposure bracketing Option Description PurposeAt +, one at 0, and one at Exposure PicturesUsing burst Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketingChanging picture-taking settings Compression Exposure Metering Multi-pattern default Center-weight Evaluates the lighting+/- 1.0 EV Interval Areas of a sceneSetting Icon Options Focus Zone Multi-zone default AF Control Continuous AF default no icon- usesAccessory Lens AF uses TTL-AF when Single AFUnavailable in Video mode Normal defaultReset to Default Low ColorSetting Icon Options Liveview Auto Video Length Continuous defaultSetup Menu Camera is onUsing setup to customize your camera Entering a mode Date & Time Orientation Sensor On defaultVideo Out Japan most common formatPre-tagging for album names Formatting deletes allPictures and videos May damage the cardFirst-on your computer Second-on your cameraThird-transfer to your computer Highlight Exit, then press the OK buttonPress the Review button Reviewing pictures and videosViewing single pictures and videos Viewing multiple pictures and videos Playing a videoChanging the camera screen Press the Review button Move the joystickDeleting pictures and videos Magnifying picturesEXIT-exits the Delete screen To delete more pictures and videos, return to StepChanging optional review settings Protecting pictures and videos from deletionTagging pictures/videos for albums Running a slide show Starting the slide showChanging the slide show display interval Press the Review button, then press the Menu buttonDisplaying pictures and videos on a television Copying pictures and videosRunning a continuous slide show loop Review pictures and videos on the televisionViewing picture/video information Copy pictures or videosFollow the on-screen instructions to install the software Installing the softwareInstall the software Press the Share button to tag pictures/videos When can I tag my pictures and videos?Sharing pictures and videos Tagging pictures for printing Printing tagged picturesTagging pictures and videos for emailing Second-tag pictures/videos on your cameraThird-transfer and email Press the Share button. Press to locate a picture/videoTagging pictures as favorites Take picturesTransfer On your cameraPreventing favorites from transferring to the camera Optional settingsRemoving all favorites from your camera Printing and emailing favorites Transferring and printing pictures Transferring pictures/videos with the USB cableAlso available for transferring Turn off the cameraDirect printing with a PictBridge enabled printer Connecting the camera to a PictBridge enabled printerPrinting from a PictBridge enabled printer Printing picturesPrinting from an optional SD or MMC card Disconnecting the camera from a PictBridge enabled printerOrdering prints online Dock Kodak EasyShare dock Docking configurationDock compatibility for your camera Status Cause TroubleshootingCamera problems Computer/connectivity problems ComputerPicture quality problems Camera ready light status 25, or use a different cardGetting help Helpful linksCamera SoftwareTelephone customer support Camera specifications Output image size image quality modeAccessory lens thread-Yes Lens barrier-Built-in AppendixExposure mode Burst modeExposure range Shutter speed-64-1/2000 sec ISO speedSelf timer-10 seconds Image file formatQuickview-Yes Video output-NTSC or PAL Auto sleep mode-Yes minutesTips, safety, maintenance Important battery informationKodak battery replacement types/battery life Actual battery life may vary based on usageExtending battery life Battery safety and handlingKodak 5-volt AC adapter-powers your camera For more information on batteries, seeStorage capacities Picture storage capacity standard compressionPicture storage capacity fine compression MB internal memoryPower-saving features Upgrading your software and firmwareMinutes/seconds of video If no action for Camera To turn it back onWarranty Limited warrantyLimited warranty coverage LimitationsYour rights Outside the United States and CanadaRegulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisoryCanadian DOC statement English translationIndex Close-up/landscapeConnector for camera dock, ii copy pictures Flash compensation, 13 range, 15 settings, 15 unit FlowerTroubleshooting, 50 web links To computer via USB cable, 46 customSelf portrait, 12 shutter priority, 10 snow Storage capacity, 61, 62 ISOLocating holes for dock Running slide show Portrait, 11 power Auto off, save, 62 camera, 3 switchOK button, 4 Safety SCN Self timer SD/MMC card Sharpness InsertingQuickview Printing fromViewing picture, video information