Kodak manual Connect the DCS Pro SLR/n to your computer and power supply, DCS Photo Desk

Capture Workflow

Connecting to a Computer and Power Supply

Starting the Capture Software

Device and Media

Preparation

Capturing and Evaluating Test Images

Connect the DCS Pro SLR/n to your computer and power supply.

Use the included AC adapter as your power supply. (You can use a battery, but the AC adapter provides an unlimited source of power.)

KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager is included with your camera. Start this software and use it to capture images when your camera is connected to a computer. Refer to its associated Help.

•Install the included software.

•Calibrate your monitor and printers regularly, for example, weekly.

•Set up folders on your computer to hold images as they are captured. Name folders according to studio needs or procedures.

Review and evaluate images and make necessary adjustments using:

•Included software.

•Camera tools (see page 9-3).

Capturing Images	Specify whether you want files saved as Raw, JPEG, or Raw+JPEG.(If you
	expect to edit the file, it is recommended that you choose Raw or Raw +
	JPEG. Consider Raw files as your “digital negative.”)
	Refer to DCS Camera Manager Help for instructions on capturing images.
Occasional Verification	Captured images appear on the computer monitor when you are running
	DCS Photo Desk.
Editing Images	See page 9-4.

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