Kodak EasyShare Z8612 IS digital camera

Extended user guide

www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, visit www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera, visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612support
Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY 14650 Eastman Kodak Company, 2008 All screen images are simulated. Kodak, EasyShare, and Perfect Touch are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 4F8006_en

Product features

Front view
Zoom Telephoto/Wide Angle Shutter button Flash, Focus, Self-timer/Burst buttons Flash Mode dial
Self-timer/Auto focus assist/Video light Speaker Microphone Lens

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Back view
LCD Info, Review, Delete, Menu buttons Power button , OK Slot for optional SD or SDHC card USB, A/V Out
DC-In, for optional 3V AC adapter Battery compartment Share button Tripod socket Dock connector

Table of contents

1 Setting up your camera...1
Attaching the strap.... 1 Loading the battery.... 1 Turning on the camera.... 2 Setting the language, date/time... 2 Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC card.. 3
2 Taking pictures/videos...4
Taking a picture.... 4 Capture modes... 6 Using optical zoom.... 8 Taking flash pictures... 9 Using focus modes... 10 Taking self-timer pictures... 11 Taking burst pictures... 12 Taking panoramic pictures... 13 Understanding the picture-taking icons... 14
3 Working with pictures/videos..15
Reviewing pictures/videos... 15 Deleting pictures/videos... 17 Using the menu button in Review... 18 Adding sound tags... 19 Cropping pictures... 20 Using Kodak Perfect Touch technology... 20 Editing videos... 21 Running a slide show.... 23 Viewing pictures/videos in different ways... 26 Selecting multiple pictures/videos... 27 Copying pictures/videos... 27 Understanding the review icons.. 28
4 Doing more with your camera...29
Using the Menu button to change settings.. 29 Using the framing grid to compose a picture.. 35 Using PASM modes... 35 Using exposure compensation to adjust brightness.. 37 Using the histogram to view picture brightness.. 37 Sharing your pictures... 38
5 Transferring and printing pictures..42
Installing the software... 42 Transferring pictures with the USB cable.. 43 Printing pictures... 44 Dock compatibility for your camera.. 46
6 Troubleshooting....Getting help...52

Helpful links... 52

8 Appendix...54
Camera specifications... 54 Storage capacities.... 57 Upgrading your software and firmware... 57 Important safety instructions... 57 Battery life... 58 Care and maintenance... 59 Limited warranty.... 59 Regulatory compliance... 61

Setting up your camera

Attaching the strap

Loading the battery

Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery KLIC-8000 (rechargeable)
Kodak lithium digital camera battery CRV3

(non-rechargeable)

2 AA lithium (non-rechargeable) Alkaline batteries are NOT compatible.

To extend battery life, see page 58.

Turning on the camera

The flash opens automatically.
Note: After you turn off the camera, carefully push down the flash to close it.
Setting the language, date/time

Language:

to change OK to accept

Date/Time:

to change for previous/next field OK to accept
NOTE: To change the date/time and language in the future, use the Menu button (see page 33). 2
Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC card
Your camera has internal memory. You can purchase an SD or SDHC card to store more pictures and videos (www.kodak.com/go/z8612accessories). NOTE: To choose a storage location for pictures and videos, see page 32.
Turn off the camera before inserting or removing a card.
CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card when the Ready light is blinking may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera.

Taking pictures/videos

Taking a picture
2 Press the Shutter button halfway to lock the focus. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.
Smart Scene mode Framing marks
NOTE: For more information on Smart Scene and other modes, see page 6. Press to turn on/off status icons (see page 14) and histogram (see page 37). For more information on framing marks, see page 5.

Taking a video

Press the Shutter button completely down and release. To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again.

Video mode

Reviewing the picture/video just taken
After you take a picture/video, the LCD displays a quickview for several seconds. (To dismiss the quickview sooner, press the Shutter button halfway.)
The picture is saved unless you press the Delete button.

Delete

Play a video
To review pictures/videos anytime, see page 15.
Using the framing marks to take pictures
Framing marks indicate the camera focus area. The camera attempts to focus on foreground subjects, even if theyre not centered in the scene. 1 Press the Shutter button halfway. When the subject is in focus, the framing marks turn green. If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject (or if the framing marks disappear), release the Shutter button and recompose the scene. 2 Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. NOTE: Framing marks do not appear in some SCN (scene) and Video modes. When you use AF Zone and set Center Zone, the framing marks are fixed at Center Wide.

Capture modes

Choose the mode that best suits your subjects and surroundings.

Capture mode Smart Scene

For General picture taking offers an excellent balance of image quality and ease of use. When the Shutter button is pressed halfway, faces are detected, the scene is analyzed, and the best settings are applied.

P A S M ISO SCN

Program More creative control. (See page 35). Aperture priority Shutter priority Manual High ISO Scene Panorama Video People in low-light scenes. Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under special conditions. (See page 6.) Stitching 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene. (See page 13.) Video with sound. (See page 4.)

Scene modes

1 Turn the Mode dial to Scene 2 Press
SCN mode Portrait For Full-frame portraits of people.

to display Scene modes.

3 Press OK to choose a Scene mode.
SCN mode Sport Landscape For Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast. The camera pre-settings are Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering and Multi-Zone Focus. Far-away scenes. The camera uses infinity auto-focus. Auto-focus framing marks are not available in Landscape.
Night Portrait Reducing red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Night Landscape Snow Beach Text Fireworks Flower Manner/ Museum Self-Portrait Stage Backlight Candle light Sunset Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Bright snow scenes. Bright beach scenes. Documents. Focus is set to Macro Focus. Bright, colorful light displays. Flash does not fire. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Close-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light. Focus is set to Macro Focus. Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash and sound are disabled. Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye. People on a lit stage. Fast shutter speed, high ISO. Flash and sounds are off. Subjects that are in shadow or backlit (when light is behind the subject). Capturing the ambiance of candle light. Capturing the deep hues seen at sunset.

Using optical zoom

Use optical zoom to get up to 12X closer to your subject before taking pictures/videos. 1 Use the LCD to frame your subject. For focus distances, see Camera specifications, page 54. 2 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle (W) to zoom out. 3 Take the picture/video. NOTE: To get a focused picture every time, remember:
Optical zoom range W T Digital zoom range
Use the auto focus framing marks, page 4. As you zoom in, move away from your subject.
Focus distance Auto Macro 24 in. (60 cm)infinity @ wide 3.9 ft (1.2m)infinity @ telephoto 4.723.7 in. (1260 cm) @ wide
NOTE: For Focus modes, 24.3 ft (0.61.3m) @ telephoto see page 10. Use digital zoom to get up to 5X beyond optical zoom while taking pictures. NOTE: You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The slider on the zoom indicator turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 x 6-in. (10 x 15 cm) print.

Multimedia Slide Show is similar to Slide Show, but also offers music and visual effects. First, select 2-20 pictures (see page 27). Then: 1 Press the Review button. 2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Review Multimedia Slide Show, then press the OK button. tab. Highlight
3 Press to highlight a choice (Begin Show, Music, Effect, Play Order), then press the OK button. Each picture is displayed once. To interrupt the slide show, press the OK button. After the slide show plays, you may save or modify it. 24
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). For a true HDTV experience on your television, dock your camera on the Kodak EasyShare HDTV dock. Visit www.kodak.com/go/hdtvdock.
For more on high definition, visit www.kodak.com/go/hdsysreq.
Viewing pictures/videos in different ways
Viewing as thumbnails (multi-up)
1 Press the Review button. 2 Press the Zoom 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 27. Press the Review button to exit Review.
Searching pictures by date, favorites, or other tag
If you have many pictures on your camera or card, you can sort them so that only some are visible at a time. You can sort by the date a picture was taken orif youve tagged pictures with a favorites tag or a tag that you createdyou can sort by tag. 1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button. 2 Press 3 Press to highlight Search, then press OK. to highlight the Date, Favorite, or Tag tab, then to select a folder.
4 Press to highlight a folder, then press OK. (If you chose a Month/Year folder, press OK to see the Day folders.) When you are finished choosing tabs and folders, highlight Exit and press OK. 5 To see the results of your search, highlight Save, then press OK. Pictures are displayed in multi-up view. Press to view them. Press the Telephoto (T) button to view the picture full-screen. Press the Wide Angle (W) button to return to multi-up view. Press the Review button to exit Review. (The search is discarded.)
For more about tags, see page 38. To select multiple pictures/videos, see page 27.
Selecting multiple pictures/videos
Use the multi-select feature when you have two or more pictures/videos to print, copy, or delete. (Multi-select can also be used in Multi-Up mode, page 26.) 1 Press the Review button, then picture/video. to find a

Video Size Available only in Video mode. VGA 640 x 480higher quality, larger file size (80-min. maximum video) QVGA 320 x 240lower quality, smaller file size (80-min. maximum video) High Color Natural Color Low Color Black & White Sepia
Color Mode Choose color tones.
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, PASM, and Video 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.
Using the Capture + menu Press Menu, , , and OK to access settings
White Balance Choose your lighting condition. Available only in PASM and Panorama modes. Capture + Options (Available only in PASM and Panorama modes.) 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. 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. High Normal Low
Exposure Metering Evaluate light levels at specific areas of a scene. Available only in PASM and Panorama modes.
Sharpness Control picture sharpness. Available only in PASM and Panorama modes.
Press Menu, , , and OK to access settings
AF Zone Select a large or concentrated area of focus. Available only in PASM and Panorama modes. Exposure Bracketing Interval Choose the difference in exposure compensation while using exposure bracketing. Available only in PASM mode.
Capture + Options (Available only in PASM and Panorama modes.) 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 37.

Reset settings to their defaults.
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, tag names, and those that are protected. favorites; formats the internal memory. About View camera information.
Using the framing grid to compose a picture
The framing grid divides the LCD into thirdsvertically and horizontally. This is helpful if, for example, you want to balance a picture between water, earth, and sky. To turn on/off the framing grid, see page 33.

Using PASM modes

Use PASM modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures. Mode When to use
Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture (f-stop) based on the scene lighting.

Press control

Exposure compensation (how much light enters the camera), flash compensation, and ISO Program speed Use Aperture Priority mode to control depth of Aperture, exposure compensation, flash field (the range of sharpness). The aperture compensation, and ISO speed Aperture setting may be affected by optical zoom. Priority

Shutter Priority

Manual
Shutter Priority mode is primarily used to prevent blur when your subject is moving. The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.) Manual mode offers the highest level of creative control. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)
Shutter speed, exposure compensation, flash compensation, and ISO speed
Aperture, shutter speed, flash compensation, and ISO speed
NOTE: Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. The settings, including Flash, are maintained for P, A, S, and M modeseven when you change modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset Camera (see page 34) to reset P, A, S, or M mode to its default setting.
Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings
PASM modes control the aperture (f-number, also known as f-stop), shutter speed, exposure compensation, flash compensation, and ISO. Use the Menu button to control all other settings.
ISO speed Aperture Shutter speed Flash compensation Exposure compensation
1 Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M. 2 Press to access available settings: Aperture(also known as f-stop) control the size of the lens opening, which determines the depth of field.

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.
Shutter speedcontrol how long the shutter stays open. A shaking hand icon warns of slow shutter speeds. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.) Exposure Compensationadjust the exposure. If the picture is too light, decrease the setting; if its too dark, increase the setting. Flash Compensationadjust flash brightness. ISOadjust the cameras sensitivity to light. Higher ISO indicates greater sensitivity. NOTE: A higher ISO may produce unwanted noise in a picture. ISO 3200 available only in 2.2 and lower picture sizes.
Using exposure compensation to adjust brightness
In P 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. 1 Press 2 Press to decrease exposure compensation. to increase exposure compensation.
An exposure compensation level is shown on the LCD and the image gets darker or lighter. 3 Take the picture when you are satisfied with the exposure compensation level.
Using exposure compensation with exposure bracketing
In PASM modes, you can use exposure compensation in conjunction with exposure bracketing to get the best exposure. If the exposure compensation is set to:

0.0 +1.0 1.0

And if the exposure bracketing interval is set to 0.3 steps:
Then the exposures taken are:
0.3, 0.0, +0.3 Set the Exposure bracketing in the Setup menu. +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 button until the histogram appears.

Dark picture

Balanced picture

Bright picture

Tagging pictures as favorites
Want to keep copies of your favorite pictures on your camera?
1. Tag pictures 1 Press the Review button. Press to find a picture. as favorites 2 Press the Menu button, highlight Favorite, then press the OK button. The Favorite icon appears in the status area. To remove the tag, press the OK button again. 2. View 1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button. favorites on 2 Use the Search feature. your camera
Printing and emailing favorites 1 Press the Review button, then 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Highlight Print or Email, then press the OK button. to find a picture.

Tagging pictures/videos

Use the Tag feature to create tag names and assign them to pictures/videos. Firstcreate tags names 1 Press the Review button. Press 2 Press the Menu button. Press 3 Press to find a picture/video. to highlight Tag, then press the OK button.
to highlight Add Tag, then press the OK button.
4 Use the on-screen keyboard to create a tag name. Secondassign tags 1 Press the Review button, then find a picture/video. 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Press 4 Press to highlight Tag, then press the OK button. to highlight a Tag name, then press the OK button.
To tag other pictures, press to scroll through the pictures. When the desired picture is displayed, press the OK button. The tag name appears with the picture. A plus (+) means the picture has more than one tag. Thirdtransfer to your computer When you transfer the tagged pictures/videos to your computer, EasyShare software opens and categorizes your pictures/videos with the appropriate tags.

Pre-tagging

Use the Set Tag feature to pre-select tag names before you take pictures/videos. Then, all the pictures/videos you take are tagged with those tag names.
Transferring and printing 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 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 USB cable (U-8). 3 Turn on the camera.

Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer and prompts you through the transfer process.
NOTE: Visit www.kodak.com/go/howto for an online tutorial on connecting.
Also available for transferring
You can also use a Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock (see page 44) to transfer your pictures and videos. Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or www.kodak.com/go/z8612accessories.

Printing pictures

Printing with a Kodak EasyShare printer or printer dock
Kodak EasyShare all-in-one printerConnect your camera to a Kodak EasyShare all-in-one printer and print directlywith or without a computer. Kodak EasyShare printer dockDock your camera to the Kodak EasyShare printer dock and print directlywith or without a computer. Purchase this and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612accessories.
Direct printing with an EasyShare all-in-one printer
Your camera is compatible with PictBridge technology, so you can print directly to PictBridge enabled printers. You need:
Camera with fully charged batteries PictBridge enabled printer USB cable (may be sold separately)
Connecting the camera to an EasyShare all-in-one printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer. 2 Connect the appropriate USB cable from the camera to the printer. (See your printer user guide or visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612accessories.)
Printing from an EasyShare all-in-one printer 1 Turn on the printer. Turn on the camera. The PictBridge logo is displayed, followed by the current picture and menu. (If no pictures are found, a message is displayed.) If the menu interface turns off, press any button to redisplay it. 2 Press to choose a printing option, then press the OK button. to choose a picture. Choose the number of copies. Current PicturePress
Print TaggedIf your printer is capable, print pictures that you tagged 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, on a card, or in Favorites. Choose the number of copies. Image StorageAccess internal memory, a card, or Favorites. NOTE: During direct printing, pictures are not permanently transferred or saved to the computer or printer. Disconnecting the camera from an EasyShare all-in-one printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer. 2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer.

Try one or more of the following
In Review mode, a Transfer the picture to the computer (see page 43), then format the blue or black card or internal memory (see page 34). screen is displayed Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, instead of a including protected files. picture. Take another picture. If screen is still blue or black, visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612support and select Interactive Troubleshooting and Repairs. Shutter button Turn on the camera (see page 2). does not work. Wait until the Image Storage icon stops blinking red before attempting to take another picture. Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 43), delete pictures from the camera (page 17), switch image storage locations (see page 32), or insert a card with available memory (page 3). If problem persists, visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612support and select Interactive Troubleshooting and Repairs. Slide show does Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, see page 34). not run on external See the external devices users guide. video device. Picture is too light. When using the flash, move so there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between the camera and the subject. Decrease Exposure Compensation (see page 37). Picture is not clear. Clean the lens (see page 59).
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.

Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod.
Picture is too dark. Turn on the flash (see page 9). Move so there is no more than 25.6 ft (7.8 m) in wide angle and 14.4 ft (4.4 m) in telephoto between the camera and the subject. Use Fill flash (see page 9) or change your position so light is not behind the subject. Increase Exposure Compensation (see page 37). Camera does not Purchase a certified SD/SDHC card. recognize Format the card in the camera (see page 34). SD/SDHC card. Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files.
Insert a card into the slot, then push to seat (see page 3). Camera freezes up Turn the camera off, then back on. Make sure the camera is turned off when a card is before inserting or removing a card. inserted or Try another SD/SDHC card. removed. Memory card full. Insert a new card (see page 3), transfer pictures to the computer (see page 43), or delete pictures (see page 17). Memory card and Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 43), then format the card internal memory or internal memory (see page 34). full. Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files.

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/z8612downloads.
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. 57
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.

Battery life

Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery KLIC-8000: 275 pictures Kodak lithium digital camera battery CRV3 (non-rechargeable): 300 pictures AA lithium batteries: 200 pictures Battery life per CIPA testing method (Approx. number of pictures). Actual life may vary based on usage.

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turning camera on/off, 2 U undelete, 17 upgrading software, firmware, 57 URLs, Kodak web sites, 52 USB cable, 43 USB, A/V out, ii V video, 6 action print, 23 bookmarks, 22 checking settings, 28 copying, 27 emailing tagged, 39 out, 34 protecting, 17 reviewing, 15 size, 30 storage capacities, 57 optical, x
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Installing the software

Before connecting any cables, install the software that was included with your camera. Follow the on-screen instructions. After installing the software, return to this User Guide.

Loading the batteries

Kodak Li-Ion rechargeable digital camera battery KLIC-8000 (rechargeable)
Kodak lithium digital camera battery CRV3

(non-rechargeable)

2 AA lithium (non-rechargeable) Alkaline batteries are NOT compatible.
www.kodak.com/go/z8612support

ENGLISH

Attaching the strap

Turning on the camera

Note: After you turn off the camera, carefully push down the flash to close it.
www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter
Setting the language, date/time
Language: to change OK to accept Date/Time: to change for previous/next field OK to accept

Taking a picture/video

Pictures 1

Smart Scene mode

Videos 1

Video mode

Framing marks
2 Press the Shutter button halfway to lock the focus. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.
2 Press the Shutter button completely down and release. To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again.
Reviewing pictures/videos
Review previous/next picture/video
Transferring pictures/videos

USB cable

1 Turn off camera. 2 Connect USB cable. 3 Turn on camera.
Kodak EasyShare printer dock or camera dock (May be sold separately.)
For dock compatibility, visit www.kodak.com/go/dockcompatibility.
To purchase accessories, visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612accessories. Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer To use an EasyShare dock, see its USB and prompts you through Getting Started Guide. cable the transfer process. U-8
Keep learning about your camera!
Congratulations! You have: set up your camera taken pictures transferred pictures to your computer Keep learning! Finish reading this book, so you can take and share your best pictures! Visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612support and www.kodak.com/go/easysharecenter for: the extended user guide interactive troubleshooting and repairs interactive tutorials FAQs downloads accessories printing information product registration

Front view

Zoom Telephoto/Wide Angle Shutter button Flash, Focus, Self-timer/Burst buttons Flash Mode dial
Self-timer/Auto focus assist/Video light Speaker Microphone Lens

Back view

LCD Info, Review, Delete, Menu buttons On/Off button , OK Slot for optional SD or SDHC card USB, A/V Out
DC-In, for optional 3V AC adapter Battery compartment Share button Tripod socket Dock connector
Doing more with your camera
For General picture taking offers an excellent balance of image quality and ease of use. When the Shutter button is pressed halfway, faces are detected, the scene is analyzed, and the best settings are applied. More creative control. (See page 20).

Capture modes

Capture mode Smart Scene

P A S M

ISO SCN Scene
Program Aperture priority Shutter priority Manual High ISO
People in low-light scenes.
Point-and-shoot simplicity under special conditions. Panorama Stitching 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene. Video with sound. (See page 4.)

Using optical zoom

Use optical zoom to get up to 12X closer to your subject while taking pictures/videos. 1 Use the LCD to frame your subject. 2 Press Telephoto (T) or Wide (W) to zoom in/out. NOTE: To get a focused picture every time, remember:
Optical zoom W T Digital zoom D
Use the auto focus framing marks, page 4. As you zoom in, move away from your subject.
Focus distance Auto Macro 24 in. (60 cm)infinity @ wide 3.9 ft (1.2m)infinity @ telephoto 4.723.7 in. (1260 cm) @ wide 24.3 ft (0.61.3m) @ telephoto
Use digital zoom to get up to 5X beyond optical zoom while taking pictures.You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom

Taking flash pictures

Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows. The flash opens when you turn on the camera. Press the Flash button repeatedly to scroll through flash modes. (See flash modes below.)
Flash-to-subject distance in Smart Scene mode Wide angle Telephoto 1.625.6 ft (0.57.8m) 3.914.4 ft (1.24.4 m)
Flash modes Auto Off Fill
Flash fires When the lighting conditions require it. Never. 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. If Red-eye Pre-flash is turned off (in the Setup menu): the flash fires once and the camera automatically corrects red-eye in the picture. If Red-eye Pre-flash is turned on (in the Setup menu): the flash fires once so the eyes become accustomed to the flash, then fires again when the picture is taken.

Red-eye

Using focus modes
1 In most Still modes, press the Focus

button:

Once for Macro (close-up) Again for Landscape (infinity) Again to return to normal Auto Focus
2 Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button halfway, then completely down.

Focus mode

Description
Normal AF Focus setting for general picture-taking. To gain sharpness and detail in pictures at close range. (Use available light instead of flash, if possible.) Camera automatically sets the focus distance depending on the zoom position: Wide angle: 4.723.7 in. (1260 cm) Telephoto: 24.3 ft (0.61.3m) To gain sharpness of distant scenes. Camera uses infinity auto-focus. Auto-focus framing marks are not available in Landscape.

Infinity

Taking self-timer pictures
Use the self-timer when you want to be included in a picture, or to ensure a steady Shutter button press. 1 Place the camera on a tripod or flat surface. In most Still modes, press the Self-timer/Burst button :
Once for a 10-second delay (so you have time to get into the scene) Again for a 2-second delay (for a steady, auto-shutter release on a tripod) Again for 2-shot (one picture taken after 10 seconds and another picture taken 8 seconds later)
2 Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button halfway, then completely down. To cancel the Self-timer before the picture is taken, press the Self-timer/Burst button, or press the Shutter button completely down. Use the same procedure to use the self-timer in Video mode, but:

Turn the Mode dial to Video
Press the Shutter button completely down. NOTE: The video stops when no storage space remains. Only the 2- and 10-second options are available in video mode. www.kodak.com/go/z8612support 13

Taking burst pictures

1 In most Still modes, press the Self-timer/Burst button until the desired Burst mode appears. (See table, below.) NOTE: Burst is unavailable in Portrait, Night Portrait, Night Landscape, Backlight, Fireworks, and Panorama modes. 2 Press the Shutter button halfway to set the focus. 3 Press the Shutter button completely down and hold it to take pictures. The camera stops taking pictures when you release the Shutter button or when the pictures are taken. Mode Icon

First Burst

Purpose
Camera takes up to 4 pictures while the Shutter Capture an expected event. button is pressed. Example: A person swinging a golf club. Camera takes up to 30 pictures while the Shutter Capture an event when the button is pressed. When the Shutter button is precise timing is uncertain. released, only the last 4 pictures are saved. Example: A child blowing out birthday candles.

Last Burst

Understanding the picture-taking icons
Status icons indicate mode, feature, and camera status.
Self-timer/Burst Picture size Flash mode Focus mode Capture mode Exposure bracketing Date stamp Pictures/time remaining Storage location Zoom indicator Auto focus control White balance Focus zone Exposure metering Image Stabilizer Low battery ISO speed Flash compensation Exposure compensation

Histogram

Aperture Shutter speed

2 Press

Working with pictures/videos

Deleting pictures/videos

1 Press the Review button. to find a picture/video. 3 Press the Delete button. 4 Follow the screen prompts.
Magnifying a picture during review

W/T OK

magnify 2X - 8X view other parts of the picture return to 1X
NOTE: If you press the W button while at 1X, the view changes from single-picture to multi-up thumbnails.
Using the menu button in Review
1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button. 2 Press
to choose a tab: Review to view pictures/videos Edit to edit pictures/videos Setup for other camera settings to highlight a setting, then press the OK button.

3 Press

4 Choose an option, then press the OK button.
Understanding the review icons

Pictures

Print tag Email tag Protected Favorite tag Review mode Selected picture
Picture number Image storage location Perfect Touch tech.

Tag Scroll arrows

Low battery

Videos

Email tag Protected Review mode Selected picture Video length Video number Image storage location
Using the advanced features
Using the Menu button to change settings
NOTE: Some settings remain until you change them; others remain until you turn off the camera. 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press

to highlight a menu tab:

Capture for the most common picture-taking settings. Capture + for other picture-taking settings. Available only in PASM and Panorama modes. Setup for other camera settings. to highlight a setting, then press the OK button.
4 Choose an option, then press the OK button. NOTE: Press the Info button for information about camera settings and options. Some capture modes offer limited settings.

Using PASM modes

Use PASM modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures. Mode When to use
Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture (f-stop) based on the scene lighting.

Press control

Exposure compensation (how much light enters the camera), flash compensation, and ISO Program speed Use Aperture Priority mode to control depth of Aperture, exposure compensation, flash field (the range of sharpness). The aperture compensation, and ISO speed Aperture setting may be affected by optical zoom. Priority

Shutter Priority

Manual
Shutter Priority mode is primarily used to prevent blur when your subject is moving. The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.) Manual mode offers the highest level of creative control. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)
Shutter speed, exposure compensation, flash compensation, and ISO speed
Aperture, shutter speed, flash compensation, and ISO speed
NOTE: Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. The settings, including Flash, are maintained for P, A, S, and M modeseven when you change modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset Camera (in the Setup menu) to reset P, A, S, or M mode to its default setting.
Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings
ISO speed Flash compensation Exposure compensation

1 Turn the Mode dial to P, A, S, or M. 2 Press to access available settings: Aperture(also known as f-stop) control the size of the lens opening, which determines the depth of field.
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.
Shutter speedcontrol how long the shutter stays open. (Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.) Exposure Compensationadjust the exposure. If the picture is too light, decrease the setting; if its too dark, increase the setting. Flash Compensationadjust flash brightness. ISOadjust the cameras sensitivity to light. Higher ISO indicates greater sensitivity. NOTE: A higher ISO may produce unwanted noise in a picture. ISO 3200 available only in 2.2 and lower picture sizes. www.kodak.com/go/z8612support 21

Solving camera problems

For step-by-step product support, visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs. Camera problems Try one or more of the following
Install new batteries (page 1). Charge rechargeable batteries. Remove the battery, then reinsert or replace it. If the camera still does
Camera does not turn on. Camera does not turn off.
not function, visit www.kodak.com/go/z8612support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs.
Stored pictures are Retake pictures. Do not insert or remove card while the camera is on. corrupted. Keep rechargeable batteries charged. Transfer the pictures to the computer, then format the card or internal memory. Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. Camera freezes up Turn the camera off, then back on. Make sure the camera is turned off when a card is before inserting or removing a card. inserted or Try another SD/SDHC card. removed.

Appendix

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.

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Regulatory compliance

FCC compliance and advisory
Kodak EasyShare Z8612 IS digital camera
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1) reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; 2) increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver; 3) connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected; 4) consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for additional suggestions. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Where shielded interface cables have been provided with the product or specified additional components or accessories elsewhere defined to be used with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC regulation.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling
EU: It is the final user's responsibility to discard this equipment into an approved, segregated collection scheme to enable its suitable treatment/disposal and to improve human/environmental protection. For more information, see your retailer, local authority, or www.kodak.com/go/recycle. (Product weight: 290 g.)

Australian C-Tick

Canadian DOC statement
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Korean Class B ITE

VCCI Class B ITE

MPEG-4

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