KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera

Extended user guide

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Product features

Back view
7 Speaker Mode dial On/Off button Zoom Wide Angle/Telephoto lever Shutter button Flash button Focus (Macro/Infinity) button
Self-timer/Burst button 3V DC-In/USB/AV out
10 Strap post 11 Share button 12 , OK For batteries, see page 1. For SD/SDHC cards, see page 3. 13 Delete/Menu/Info/Review buttons

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Front view
Flash Self-timer/Video/AF Assist light Lens/Cover Microphone

Table of contents

1 Setting up your camera...1
Attaching the strap.... 1 Loading the batteries... 1 Turning on the camera.... 2 Setting the language, date/time... 2 Storing pictures on an (accessory) SD or SDHC Card.. 3
2 Taking pictures/videos...4
Taking a picture.... 4 Taking a video.... 5 Capture modes... 6 Using optical zoom.... 8 Using the flash.... 9 Using the Focus button... 10 Using the self-timer... 11 Using burst.... 11 Taking panoramic pictures... 12 Getting help from your camera... 13 P, A, S, and M modes.... 14 Using exposure compensation to adjust brightness.. 16 Using the histogram to view picture brightness.. 17 Understanding the picture-taking icons... 17
3 Working with pictures/videos..18
Reviewing pictures/videos... 18 Deleting pictures/videos... 19 Using shortcuts... 21 Using the menu button in Review... 21 Adding sound tags... 22 Cropping pictures... 23 Using KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology.. 24
Editing videos... 25 Play a multimedia slide show... 28 Displaying pictures/videos on a television... 29 Viewing pictures/videos in different ways... 30 Selecting multiple pictures/videos... 30 Copying pictures/videos... 31 Understanding the review icons.. 31
4 Using the menu button...32
Using the Setup menu... 35
5 Transferring, printing, and sharing pictures...38
Installing the software... 38 Transferring pictures with the USB cable.. 39 Printing pictures... 40 Marking your pictures... 42
6 Troubleshooting....Getting help...51

Helpful links... 51

8 Appendix...53
Camera specifications... 53 Storage capacities.... 55 Important safety instructions... 56 Upgrading your software and firmware... 57 Battery life... 57 Care and maintenance... 58 Limited warranty.... 58 Regulatory compliance... 60

Setting up your camera

Attaching the strap

Loading the batteries

Other battery types Purchase accessories, such as batteries, battery chargers, SDHC cards, etc.
see page 57 www.kodak.com/go/z915accessories

Turning on the camera

Setting the language, date/time
Language: to change. OK to accept. Date/Time: At the prompt, press OK. to change current field. for previous/next field. OK to accept.
NOTE: To change language or date/time in the future, use the Setup

menu (see page 37).

Storing pictures on an (accessory) SD or SDHC Card
Your camera has internal memory. You can purchase an SD or SDHC Card to store more pictures and videos. (Maximum supported card size is 32 GB.) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card when the camera is on may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera.
1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert or remove the optional card. 3 Turn on the camera.

Purchase accessories

www.kodak.com/go/z915accessories

Taking pictures/videos

1 Turn the Mode dial to Smart Capture Press the Shutter button halfway to lock on the subject. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.

Self-Portrait Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.
Candle light Capturing the ambiance of candle light.
SCN mode Flower Text For Close-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light. Focus is Macro. Documents. Focus is Macro.

Using optical zoom

Use optical zoom to get up to 10X closer to your subject while taking pictures/videos. 1 Use the LCD to frame your subject. For focus distances, see Camera specifications, page 53. 2 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle (W) to zoom out. 3 Take the picture or video. NOTE: To get a focused picture every time, remember:
Use the framing marks, page 4. As you zoom in, move away from your subject.
Optical zoom Digital zoom
Use digital zoom to get up to 5X beyond optical zoom while taking pictures. Turn digital zoom on/off using the Setup menu (see page 35). Digital zoom is not available in Smart Capture mode. NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The slider on the LCD turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 x 6-in. (10 x 15 cm) print.

Using the flash

Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows. Flash settings are limited in some capture modes.
Press the Flash button repeatedly to scroll through flash modes
The current flash mode is shown on the LCD.

Flash modes Auto Fill

Flash fires When the lighting conditions require it. Every time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting conditions. Use when the subject is in shadow or is backlit (when the light is behind the subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
NOTE: (Not available in Smart Capture mode.)
Red-eye Reduction Preflash A preflash fires, shrinking the eye pupil, before the picture is taken. Choose Preflash or Digital Correction using the Setup menu (see page 35). Digital Correction A preflash does not fire; the camera corrects red eye. Off Never.

view single picture.

Using the Focus button
Press the Focus button repeatedly to scroll through focus modes.
The current Focus mode is shown on the LCD.
1 In most Still modes, press the Focus button until the desired focus icon is displayed on the LCD:
Mode Auto Focus (AF) Infinity Icon For Distant scenery, or for taking pictures through a window. Subjects that are 1260 cm (4.723.6 in.) from the lens.
No icon. Normal picture taking.
2 Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure, then completely down to take the picture.

Using the self-timer

Use the self-timer when you want to be included in a picture, or to ensure a steady Shutter button press. Place the camera on a tripod or flat surface. 1 Repeatedly press the Self-timer/Burst button to choose a setting: 10 secondsA picture is taken after a 10-second delay (so you have time to get into the scene). 2 secondsA picture is taken after a 2-second delay (for a steady, shutter release on a tripod). 2 shotThe first picture is taken after a 10-second delay. A second picture is taken 8 seconds later. 2 Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button halfway, then completely down. The camera takes the picture/pictures after the delay. Use the same procedure to take a 2- or 10-second self-timer video, but press the Shutter button completely down.

Smaller f-stop numbers indicate a larger lens opening; good for low-light. Larger f-stop numbers indicate a smaller lens opening; keeps the main subject sharp; good for landscapes and well-lit conditions.
Using exposure compensation to adjust brightness
In P, A, S, and Panorama modes, you can adjust exposure compensation before you take a picture to make your pictures darker or lighter. Only the first picture in Panorama mode can be adjustedthat adjustment is applied to the remaining pictures.

Press Press

to access the exposure compensation setting. to decrease or to increase exposure compensation.
An exposure compensation level is shown on the LCD and the image gets darker or lighter. Take the picture when you are satisfied with the exposure compensation level.
Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketing
In P and A modes, you can use exposure compensation in conjunction with exposure bracketing to get the best exposure.
If the exposure And if the exposure bracketing compensation is set to: interval is set to 0.3 steps: 0.0 +1.0 1.0 Then the exposures taken are:
Set the Exposure Bracketing Interval 0.3, 0.0, +0.3 in the Capture+ menu (see page 35). +0.7, +1.0, +1.3 1.3, 1.0, 0.7
Using the histogram to view picture brightness
Use the histogram to evaluate the distribution of light before or after you take a picture. Optimal exposure is achieved when the peak is in the middle of the histogram. The flash may affect a pictures light and shadow. To turn on the histogram in Capture mode or in Review, press the Info the histogram appears. button until

Dark picture

Balanced picture

Bright picture

Understanding the picture-taking icons
Focus mode Self timer Flash mode Capture mode Pictures/time remaining Zoom slider

Tag name

Battery level Date stamp
Working with pictures/videos
Reviewing pictures/videos
Press the Review button to view and work with your pictures/videos. Press Review again to exit. 1 Press the Review 2 Press

Video Trimmed video

to highlight Trim, then press OK.
4 Follow the screen prompts. The video is trimmed. (You can save it as a new video or replace the original.) Press the Menu button to exit the menu.

Using video bookmarks

You can set bookmarks at interesting places in your video, then jump from one bookmark to another. Setting bookmarks 1 Press the Review video. button, then to find a
2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab. Highlight Bookmark, then press OK. 3 Press OK. to highlight Create/Edit, then press
4 While the video plays, press to add bookmarks. When finished adding up to 9 bookmarks, press. Press the Menu button to exit the menu. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 13.
Using bookmarks 1 Press the Review video. button, then to find a
2 Press to play the video. To jump to the first bookmark, press and hold for 4 seconds while the video is playing.
After you jump to a bookmark, press jump to other bookmarks.
To view all bookmarked video frames, press the Wide Angle (W) button. To return to normal view, press the Telephoto (T) button.
Making a video action print
From a video, you can make a 4-, 9-, or 16-up picture, suitable for a 4 x 6-inch (10 x 15 cm) print. 1 Press the Review video. 2 Press the Menu highlight the Edit button, then button, then tab. to find a to

4-, 9-, or 16-up picture

3 Press to highlight Action Print, then press OK. Choose an option, then press OK:
Auto options: The camera includes the first and last frames, then 2, 7, or 14 equally spaced frames. Manual: You choose the first and last frames; the camera chooses 2, 7, or 14 equally spaced frames.
Use Bookmarks: Bookmarked frames are used. A 4-, 9-, or 16-up picture is created. If you have less than 4 or 9 bookmarks, equally spaced video frames are used. Press the Menu button to exit the menu. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 13.
Play a multimedia slide show
To show all pictures/videos
1 Press the Review 2 Press the Menu 3 Press button. button, then to highlight the Review tab.
to highlight Multimedia Slide Show, then press OK.
4 Press to highlight Preview Slide Show, then press OK. All pictures/videos are displayed. To interrupt the slide show, press OK. After the slide show plays, you may save or modify it. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 13.
To show selected pictures/videos
1 Press the Review 2 Press the Menu 3 Press 4 Press button. button, then to highlight the Review tab.

to highlight Multimedia Slide Show, then press OK. to highlight Select Images, then press OK.
5 Press to locate a picture/video, then press OK. A checkmark appears. Press to continue adding pictures/videos. When finished, press highlight Done, then press OK. to
6 Press to highlight Preview Slide Show, then press OK. Selected pictures/videos are displayed. To interrupt the slide show, press OK. After the slide show plays, you may save or modify it.
Displaying pictures/videos on a television
You can display pictures/videos on a television, computer monitor, or any device equipped with a video input. To connect the camera to a television, use an A/V cable (may be sold separately).
NOTE: Ensure that the Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL) is correct (see page 37). (Image quality on a television screen may not be as good as on a computer monitor or when printed.)
Viewing pictures/videos in different ways
Viewing as thumbnails (multi-up)
1 Press the Review button. 2 Press the Wide Angle (W) button to change from single-picture view to multi-up thumbnails. 3 Press Telephoto (T) to return to single-picture view.
To select multiple pictures/videos, see page 30. Press the Review button to exit Review.
Selecting multiple pictures/videos
Use the multi-select feature when you have two or more pictures/videos to print or delete. (Multi-select can also be used in Multi-Up mode, page 30.) 1 Press the Review picture/video. button, then to find a

Selected pictures

2 Press OK to select pictures/videos. A check mark appears on the picture. You can now print or delete the selected pictures. You can press OK a second time to remove a check mark.

Copying pictures/videos

You can copy pictures/videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory to a card. NOTE: Before you copy, make sure that a card is inserted in the camera. Copy pictures/videos: 1 Press the Review 2 Press button, then the Menu button. to highlight Copy, then press OK.
3 Press to highlight an option, then press OK. IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 13. NOTE: Pictures/videos are copied, not moved. To remove pictures/videos from the original location after copying, delete them (see page 19).
Understanding the review icons
Video duration Print tag/number of print Protected Email tag Picture/Video number Select picture Shortcuts Add text tag View multi-up Play video Upload tag Favorite tag Text tag name Battery level Date stamp

2 Press

Using the menu button
You can change settings to get the best results from your camera. 1 Press the Menu to highlight a tab:
Capture/Video for the most common picture/video-taking settings Setup for other camera settings to highlight a setting, then press OK.

4 Highlight an option, then press OK. (Some options let you use.) IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 13. NOTE: Some modes offer limited settings. Some settings remain until you change them; others, until you change modes or turn off the camera.
Press Menu, , , Capture Options and OK to access settings Picture Size Choose a picture resolution. See Camera specifications, page 53.
Video Size VGA (640 x 480)medium quality and file size. (4 GB Available only in Video mode. maximum video size.) QVGA (320 x 240)lower quality; smallest file size. (4 GB maximum video size.)
Press Menu, , , Capture Options and OK to access settings Color Mode Choose color tones. High Color Natural Color Low Color Black & White Sepia
NOTE: EASYSHARE Software also lets you change a color picture to black-and-white or sepia.
Unavailable in Video mode. AF Control Choose an auto-focus setting. Available only in SCN, P, A, S, M, and Video modes. White Balance Choose your lighting condition. Available only in P, A, S, M and Panorama modes. Continuous AFbecause the camera is always focusing, there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down to focus. Single AFuses TTL-AF (through-the-lens auto focus) when the Shutter button is pressed halfway down. Autoautomatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general picture taking. Daylightfor pictures in natural lighting. Tungstencorrects the orange cast of household light bulbs. Ideal for indoor pictures under tungsten or halogen lighting without flash. Fluorescentcorrects the green cast of fluorescent lighting. Ideal for indoor pictures under fluorescent lighting without flash. Open Shadefor pictures in shade in natural lighting.
Press Menu, , , Capture Options and OK to access settings Exposure Metering Evaluate light levels at specific areas of a scene. Available only in P, A, S, M and Panorama modes. Multi-patternevaluates lighting conditions throughout the image to give an optimum picture exposure. Ideal for general picture taking. Center-weightedevaluates the lighting conditions of the subject centered in the LCD. Ideal for backlit subjects. Center-Spotsimilar to Center-weighted, except the metering is concentrated on a smaller area of the subject centered in the LCD. Multi-zoneevaluates 5 zones to give an even picture focus. Ideal for general picture taking. Center-zoneevaluates the small area centered in the LCD. Ideal when precise focus of a specific area in the picture is needed. Off +/- 0.3 EV +/- 0.7 EV +/- 1.0 EV See page 16.

Image Stabilizer Continuousstabilization occurs continuously. Choose when image stabilization Singlestabilization occurs only when the Shutter button occurs. is pressed halfway down. Off Quickview Off Show a picture/video as soon as it 5 Seconds is taken. 10 Seconds Advanced Digital Zoom Zoom using optical, then digital zoom. Not available in Smart Capture mode. Continuouszooming is continuous between optical and digital zoom. Pausezooming pauses at the optical zoom maximum. To use digital zoom, release then press the Telephoto (T) zoom lever. Nonedigital zoom is off.
Orientation Sensor For picturesOn, On Transfer, Off Orient pictures so that they are For videosOn, Off displayed with the correct side up. Camera Sounds Turn sounds on/off for individual functions.
Press Menu, , , and OK to access settings Sound Volume Setup Options High Medium Low Mute See page 2. The format chosen is used for all date/time features. 10 minutes 5 minutes 3 minutes 1 minute
Date & Time Auto Power Off Choose inactivity time until camera turns off.
Check settings used in your location. Video Out Choose the regional setting for NTSCused in North America and Japan. connecting to a television or other PALused in Europe and China. external device. Language Reset Camera See page 2. Reset all camera settings to their defaults. (After using the Reset Camera feature, turn the camera off and then on again.)

Format

Memory Carddeletes everything on the card; formats the card. CAUTION: Cancelexits without making a change. Formatting deletes all Internal Memorydeletes everything in internal pictures/videos, including memory including email addresses, and tag names; formats those that are protected. the internal memory. About View camera information.
Transferring, printing, and sharing pictures
CAUTION: Install EASYSHARE Software before connecting the camera to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly.

Installing the software

1 Close all software applications that are open on your computer (including anti-virus software). 2 Place the EASYSHARE Software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Load the software: WINDOWS OSif the install window does not appear, choose Run from the Start menu and type d:\setup.exe where d is the drive letter that contains the CD. MAC OS Xdouble-click the CD icon on the desktop, then click the Install icon. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. NOTE: When prompted, take a few minutes to electronically register your camera and software. To register later, see www.kodak.com/go/register. 5 If prompted, restart the computer. If you turned off anti-virus software, turn it back on. See the anti-virus software manual for details. For software help, click the Help button in EASYSHARE Software.
Transferring pictures with the USB cable
1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the KODAK USB Cable, Model U-8. 3 Turn on the camera. KODAK EASYSHARE Software opens on your computer and prompts you through the transfer process.

Using other options

You can also use a KODAK Card Reader to transfer your pictures/videos.
Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/z915accessories
Learn more about connecting www.kodak.com/go/howto

Printing pictures

Direct printing with a KODAK All-in-One Printer
Your camera is compatible with PICTBRIDGE Technology, so you can print directly to PICTBRIDGE enabled Printers. You need a camera with fully charged battery, a PICTBRIDGE enabled Printer, and a USB cable. 1 Turn off the printer. Turn on the camera. 2 Connect the appropriate USB cable from the camera to the printer. The PICTBRIDGE logo is displayed, followed by the current picture and menu. (If no pictures are found, a message is displayed.) If the menu turns off, press any button to redisplay it. 3 Highlight a printing option, then press OK. Current PicturePress to choose a picture. Choose the number of copies. Tagged PicturesPrint pictures that you marked for printing and choose a print size. Index PrintPrint thumbnails of all pictures. (This option requires one or more sheets of paper.) If the printer is capable, choose a print size. All PicturesPrint all pictures in internal memory or on a card. Choose the number of copies. Image StorageAccess Auto or Internal Memory.
Disconnecting the camera from a KODAK All-in-One Printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer. 2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer.
Using a printer that is not PICTBRIDGE Technology enabled
After you transfer pictures from the camera to your computer, you can print them from EASYSHARE Software. For details, see Help in EASYSHARE Software.

Ordering prints online

KODAK Gallery (www.kodakgallery.com) is one of the many online print services offered in EASYSHARE Software. You can easily:
Upload your pictures. Edit, enhance, and add borders to your pictures. Store pictures, and share them with family and friends. Have prints, photo greeting cards, frames, and albums delivered to your door.
Printing from an optional SD or SDHC Card
Automatically print marked pictures when you insert your card into a printer with an SD/SDHC Card slot. See your printer users guide for details. Make prints at an SD/SDHC Card-capable KODAK Picture Kiosk. (Visit www.kodak.com/go/picturemaker.) Take the card to your local photo retailer for professional printing.

Marking your pictures

You can mark your pictures so they are easy to:
Print Email Organize as a favorite Organize with a name that you create

If Try one or more of the following
In Review mode, a Transfer the picture to the computer (page 39), then format the card or internal memory (see page 37). blue or black screen is displayed CAUTION: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. instead of a picture. Shutter button does not work.
Turn on the camera (page 2). Transfer pictures to the computer (page 39), delete pictures from the
camera (page 19), switch image storage locations (page 35), or insert a card with available memory (page 3).
Slide show does Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, see page 37). not run on external See the external devices users guide. video device. Picture is too light. Move so there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between the camera and the subject. Decrease Exposure Compensation (page 16). Picture is not clear. Clean the lens (page 58). 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 marks turn 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 (page 9). 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 (page 9) or change your position so light is not behind the subject. Increase Exposure Compensation (page 16).
If Camera does not recognize SD/SDHC Card. Try one or more of the following
Purchase a certified SD/SDHC Card. Format the card (see page 37).
CAUTION: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. Insert a card into the slot (page 3).
Camera freezes up Turn the camera off, then back on. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing a card. when a card is inserted or removed. Memory card full. Insert a new card (page 3), transfer pictures to the computer (page 39), or delete pictures (page 19). Memory card and Transfer pictures to the computer (page 39), then format the card or internal memory (see page 37). internal memory full. CAUTION: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. The Reset Camera After using the Reset Camera feature (see page 37), turn the camera off and then on again. feature did not take effect. Pictures taken on a Occasionally, a tripod interferes with the cameras image stabilizer. In the Setup menu, set Image Stabilizer to Off (see page 36). tripod are blurry. Cannot delete some pictures.
If a picture is marked as a favorite, a Protect tag is automatically
applied (and remains even if the favorite mark is removed). A protected picture cannot be deleted unless the Protect tag is removed (page 20) or the card/internal memory is formatted (see page 37).

Pictures that have If PERFECT TOUCH Technology has been applied to a picture on the camera, do not apply it again when the picture is on the computer (or KODAK PERFECT on a KODAK Picture Kiosk). TOUCH NOTE: PERFECT TOUCH Technology is automatically applied to pictures taken Technology applied (twice) are in Smart Capture mode. of lower image quality.
Camera/computer communications
If Cannot transfer pictures. (The Add New Hardware Wizard cannot locate drivers.) The computer does not communicate with the camera. Try one or more of the following
Disconnect the USB cable. Close all open applications.
Re-install the software (page 38).
Turn on the camera (page 2). Install new batteries (page 1) or charge rechargeable

batteries.

Connect cable to camera and computer port
(page 39). Install the software (page 38). Disconnect the USB cable. Close all open applications. Re-install the software (page 38). Disconnect camera from the computer. Close all software applications, reconnect camera. Pictures taken in Smart Capture In the Setup menu, change the Orientation Sensor setting to On (page 36). Then, take new pictures with Orientation Sensor set to On and transfer them to the computer. Transfer are not correctly rotated when transferred to the computer. HD videos longer than 20 minutes Use a card reader to drag and drop long videos to the computer. Then use the Add Pictures button in are not transferred to the EASYSHARE Software to import the videos. computer. Take shorter videos. Tags that are assigned to a video After a picture/video is transferred to the computer, assign tags using EASYSHARE Software. do not transfer to the computer. Email tags are not transferred to After a picture/video is transferred to the computer, assign email tags using EASYSHARE Software. the computer, or email address are deleted from the camera. Sound tags are not transferred to Assign a Sound tag to pictures taken in any mode except Smart Capture. the computer with pictures.

LCD messages

If No images to display Try one or more of the following
Change image storage location setting (see page 35).
Memory card requires Insert a new card (page 3) or format the card (see page 37). formatting CAUTION: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. Memory card cannot be read (Please format memory card or insert another card) Internal memory requires formatting Internal memory cannot be read (Please format internal memory)
Format the internal memory (see page 37).
CAUTION: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files.

Memory card is locked Insert a new card (page 3), move the switch on the card to unlock the card, or change the image storage location to internal (Insert new memory memory (see page 35). card) Memory card is unusable (Insert new memory card)
Insert a new card (page 3) or format the card (see page 37).
High camera Leave the camera off for ten minutes, then turn it back on. If the message reappears, visit www.kodak.com/go/z915support and temperature. (Camera select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs. will be turned off.) Unrecognized file format Camera error #XXXX. See users guide.
Transfer the picture to the computer (page 39), or delete it

(page 19).

Turn camera off, then back on. If the message reappears, visit
www.kodak.com/go/z915support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs.

Camera

Getting help

Helpful links

Email, write, or phone customer support www.kodak.com/go/contact
Get support for your product (FAQs, arrange for www.kodak.com/go/z915support repairs, troubleshooting information, etc.) Purchase camera accessories (lenses, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/z915accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software See online demonstrations of your camera www.kodak.com/go/z915downloads www.kodak.com/go/howto

Software

Get information on EASYSHARE Software www.kodak.com/go/easysharesw (or click the Help button in EASYSHARE Software)
Get help with the WINDOWS Operating System www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics and working with digital pictures
Get support for other cameras, software, accessories www.kodak.com/go/support Get information on KODAK Inkjet Products Register your camera www.kodak.com/go/inkjet www.kodak.com/go/register
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Appendix

Camera specifications
For more specifications, visit www.kodak.com/go/z915support. Image sensor1/2.3-type (4:3 aspect ratio) Effective Pixels3672 x 2748 (10 MP) Color display6.4 cm (2.5-type) color hybrid LCD; 230 K (960 x 240) dots; 25 fps Lens10X optical zoom lens, 35350 mm (35 mm equivalent); f/3.5f/4.8 Image stabilizerOptical Lens barrierAutomatic built-in Digital zoom5.0X continuous Combined zoom50X Shutter speed Smart Capture mode: 1/81/1250 sec. (speed is automatically set by the camera) Shutter Priority and Manual modes: 161/1000 sec. (speed is selectable) External storageOptional SD/SDHC Card the SD Card Association.). (The SD logo is a trademark of

Storage capacities

The LCD displays the number of pictures (or minutes/seconds of video) remaining. For average SD Card capacities, visit www.kodak.com/go/SDcapacities. Actual storage capacity varies depending on subject composition, card size, and other factors. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos.
Important safety instructions
CAUTION: Do not disassemble this product; there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. KODAK AC Adapters and Battery Chargers are intended for indoor use only. The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. If the LCD breaks, do not touch the glass or liquid. Contact Kodak customer support.
The use of an accessory that is not recommended by Kodak may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. For approved accessories, visit www.kodak.com/go/accessories. Use only a USB-certified computer equipped with a current-limiting motherboard. Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions. If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline. When removing the battery, allow it to cool; it may be hot. Follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer. Use only batteries approved for this product to avoid risk of explosion. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a battery may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak. Do not disassemble, install backward, or expose batteries to liquid, moisture, fire, or extreme temperature. Remove the battery when the product is stored for an extended period of time. In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product, contact Kodak customer support. In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, wash immediately with water and contact your local health provider. For additional health-related information, contact your local Kodak customer support.
Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations. Visit www.kodak.com/go/kes. Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries. For more information on batteries, see www.kodak.com/go/batterytypes.
Upgrading your software and firmware
Download the latest versions of the software included on the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD and the camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera). See www.kodak.com/go/z915downloads.

Battery life

KODAK MAX Alkaline Batteries, AA: < 150 pictures KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Digital Camera Batteries: 280 pictures
Battery life per CIPA testing method using 128 MB SD Card. Approximate number of pictures in Smart Capture mode. Actual life may vary based on usage.

Extending battery life

Use power-saving features. (Examples: lower the Auto Power Off and set LCD Brightness settings; set Image Stabilizer to Single or Off.) See Chapter 4, Using the menu button. Use the Review and Slide Show features sparingly. Keep battery contacts/terminals clean. Wipe with a dry cloth. Fully charge Ni-MH batteries prior to use and occasionally discharge to depletion. Avoid over-charging Ni-MH batteries. Battery performance is reduced at low temperatures. When using your camera in cold weather, keep spare batteries warm. Do not discard cold batteries that do not work; when they return to room temperature, they may be usable.

Care and maintenance

If you suspect water has gotten inside the camera, remove the battery and card. Allow all components to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera. Blow gently on the lens or LCD to remove dust and dirt. Wipe gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an untreated lens-cleaning tissue. Do not use cleaning solutions unless designed specifically for camera lenses. Do not allow chemicals, such as suntan lotion, to contact painted surfaces. Service agreements may be available in your country. Contact a dealer of KODAK Products for more information. For digital camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities. In the US, visit the Electronics Industry Alliance at www.eiae.org or the Kodak Web site at www.kodak.com/go/z915support.

Limited warranty

Kodak warrants its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for the warranty period specified on your Kodak Product packaging. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Proof of purchase date is required with any request for warranty repair. Limited warranty coverage Warranty service is only available from within the country where the Products were originally purchased. You may be required to ship Products, at your expense, to the authorized service facility for the country where the Products were purchased. Kodak will repair or replace Products if they fail to function properly during the warranty period, subject to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein. Warranty service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. If Kodak is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will, at its option, refund the purchase price paid for the Product provided the Product has been returned to Kodak along with proof of the purchase price paid. Repair, replacement, or refund of the purchase price are the sole remedies under the warranty. If replacement parts are used in making repairs, those parts may be remanufactured, or may contain 58
remanufactured materials. If it is necessary to replace the entire Product, it may be replaced with a remanufactured Product. Remanufactured Products, parts and materials are warranted for the remaining warranty term of the original Product, or 90 days after the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer. Limitations This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control. This warranty does not apply when failure is due to shipping damage, accident, alteration, modification, unauthorized service, misuse, abuse, use with incompatible accessories or attachments (such as third party ink or ink tanks), failure to follow Kodak's operation, maintenance or repacking instructions, failure to use items supplied by Kodak (such as adapters and cables), or claims made after the duration of this warranty. Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this product. In the event that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the duration of the implied warranty will be the length of the express warranty period specified on your Kodak product packaging. The option of repair, replacement, or refund is Kodak's only obligation. Kodak will not be responsible for any special, consequential or incidental damages resulting from the sale, purchase, or use of this product regardless of the cause. Liability for any special, consequential or incidental damages (including but not limited to loss of revenue or profit, downtime costs, loss of the use of the equipment, cost of substitute equipment, facilities or services, or claims of your customers for such damages resulting from the purchase, use, or failure of the Product), regardless of cause or for breach of any written or implied warranty is expressly disclaimed. Your rights Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states or jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or by jurisdiction.