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Kodak EASYSHARE Z740 User's Manual

1. Taking pictures and videos Taking a picture Press Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure When AF AE Indicator turns green press Shutter button completely down 2 Choose LCD or EVF www kodak com go support electronic viewfinder AF AE Indicator Green successful Red iailed AF Failed focus RE Failed exposure Press the Shutter button completely down and release To stop recording press and release the Shutter button again Taking pictures and videos Reviewing the picture or video just taken After you take a picture or video the camera screen or EVF displays a Quickview for approximately 5 seconds Tag a picture video for w email or as a favorite or If you press q E to tag a picture for print no buttons the z picture video is saved Play a video a w to adjust volume Delete To view pictures and videos anytime see page 9 Using the auto focus framing marks pictures When using the camera screen or EVF as a viewfinder framing marks indicate the camera focus area The camera attempts to focus on foreground subjects even if the subjects are not centered in the scene 1 Press the Shutter button halfway When the framing marks turn green focus Is accomplished While the shutter button is pressed halfway Framing marks r i 1 Center focus y S Center wide focus e Side focus Center and side focus EX A S
2. Left and right focus KAS MSU srt 2 Ifthe camera is not focusing on the desired subject or if the framing marks disappear release the Shutter button and recompose the scene 3 Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture NOTE Framing marks do not appear in Landscape or Video mode When you use Focus Zone page 28 and set Center Zone the framing marks are fixed at Center Wide 6 CN www kodak com go support Taking pictures and videos Checking camera and picture status To turn on off the camera and picture icons press the Status Q button Status d Capture modes Self timer Flash Picture size Landscape Close up r Pictures time remaining Date stamp adi O10 CC Bp 1175 8 Storage location Album name L50 7 Den AF mode Focus mode Exposure 4 dh 72 metering i KS T ne White balance telephoto lt ISO ISO j 100 wide _ J A el Low battery Ka Vi l PASM Setting 4 HOW 1 1000 SL Gi Camera mode Aperture Shutter speed Exposure compensation Capture modes shutter pressed halfway Slow shutter Open flash Ze speed warning warning O INP HS Ki Auto Focus Auto Exposure AU JAUUY 5 Aperture Shutter speed Exposure compensation www kodak com go support CEN 7 Taking pictures and videos Using optical zoom Use optical zoom to get up to 10X closer to your subject Optical zoom is effective when
3. trash can deleting 6 tripod socket ii turning camera on and off 2 U upgrading software firmware 55 URLs Kodak web sites 45 USB universal serial bus transferring pictures 12 USB A V out ii V VCCI compliance 59 video checking settings 10 copying 32 date display 31 deleting 11 emailing tagged 38 out 31 protecting 11 reviewing 9 size 27 storage capacities 51 transfer to computer 12 viewing 9 viewfinder ii viewing picture after taking 6 9 viewing picture video information 32 W warranty 56 white balance 28 Windows computers installing software 13 Z zoom button il digital 8 optical 8 www kodak com go support
4. Cube iMac PowerBook G3 G4 or iBook computers Mac OS X version 10 2 3 10 3 Safari 1 0 or higher 128 MB RAM 200 MB hard disk space available CD ROM drive Available USB port Color monitor 1024 x 768 pixels thousands or millions of colors recommended NOTE Mac OS 8 6 and 9 x do not support the Share button functions including Favorites Mac OS X version 10 2 x or 10 3 is recommended for full functionality To download EasyShare software visit www kodak com go z740downloads www kodak com go support Transferring and printing pictures Install the software A CAUTION Install Kodak EasyShare software before connecting the camera or optional dock to the computer Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly 1 Close all software applications that are open on your computer including anti virus software 2 Place the Kodak EasyShare software CD into the CD ROM drive 3 Load the software Windows OS based computer 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 X double click the CD icon on the desktop then click the Install icon 4 Follow the on screen instructions to install the software Windows OS based computer select Complete to automatically install the most commonly used applications Select Custom to choose the applications you wish to install Mac OS X follow the on screen instruct
5. Place camera on a tripod or flat surface In any still mode press Gi Once for a 10 second delay so you have time to get into the scene Once more for a 2 second delay for a steady auto shutter release on a tripod 3 Compose the scene Press the Shutter button halfway then completely down CPI The picture is taken in 2 or 10 seconds To cancel the Self timer before the picture is taken press the Self timer button The Self timer setting remains active Use the same procedure to take a video but m Turn the Mode dial to Video fam m Press the Shutter button completely down NOTE The video stops when no storage space remains 18 N www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Using burst Option Description Camera takes up to 5 pictures 2 per second while the Shutter button is pressed First First 5 pictures Burst a are saved 15 seconds while the Shutter button is pressed When the Shutter button is released only the last 4 pictures are saved Last 4 pictures are saved Zi Camera takes up to 30 pictures 2 per second for up to Last Burst Capture an expected event Example A person swinging a golf club Capture an event when the precise timing is uncertain Example A child blowing out birthday candles 1 In most Still modes press the Burst button repeatedly to choose an option 2 Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure 3 Pr
6. THE GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION THAT KODAK DIGITAL CAMERAS AND ACCESSORIES WERE PURCHASED Kodak will REPAIR or REPLACE Kodak EasyShare digital cameras and accessories if they fail to function properly during the warranty period subject to any conditions and or limitations stated herein Such repair service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and or replacement parts Such repair or replacement is the sole remedy under this warranty If replacement parts are used in making repairs these parts may be remanufactured or may contain remanufactured materials If it is necessary to replace the entire product it may be replaced with a remanufactured product Limitations Request for Warranty service will not be accepted without proof of date of purchase such as a copy of the original dated Kodak EasyShare digital camera or accessory sales receipt Always keep the original for your records This warranty does not apply to the battery s used in digital cameras or accessories This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak s control nor problems caused by failure to follow the operating instructions in the Kodak EasyShare digital cameras and accessories User s Guides THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY WHEN FAILURE IS DUE TO SHIPPING DAMAGE ACCIDENT ALTERATION MODIFICATION UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE MISUSE ABUSE USE WITH INCOMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES OR 56 CEN www kodak com go support Appendix ATTACHMENTS FAILURE TO
7. rechargeable battery pack KAA2HR 3V AC adapter PictBridge support Yes i Sound feedback All On Shutter Only All Off White balance Auto Daylight Open Shade Tungsten Fluorescent available only in PASM Auto sleep mode es 8 minutes Color modes Color Black amp White Sepia Date stamp None YYYYMMDD MMDDYYYY DDMMYYYY Tripod mount 1 4 inch Size 3 9 in 97 8 mm x 3 1 in 77 5 mm x 2 9 in 72 6 mm power off 10 10z 286 g without card or battery Flash settings in each mode Flash settings are pre set for each picture taking mode Capture modes Default setting Available settings gy Auto Auto Auto Off Fill Flash Red eye AUTO D Portrait um Off Fill Flash Red eye Sports Auto Off Fill Flash Red eye Au Auto Off Fill Flash Red eye www kodak com go support CEN 49 Appendix Capture modes Default setting Available settings ex Auto Off Fill Flash Red eye cene modes Children we Off Fill Flash Red eye Auto Off Fill Flash Red eye Auto Off Fill Flash Red eye OS Ss dy Al Ka VW 7 Wu z mp oo a Auto Off Fill Flash Red eye ff ff f Night Portrait _ Am Off Fill Flash Red eye mall a 50 N www kodak com go support H o a E Py Appendix When you change to Auto or Red eye in these modes it becomes the default until you change it Power saving features If no action for To turn it back on Scr
8. 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 user s 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 Canadian DOC statement DOC Class B Compliance This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Observation des normes Class B Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada 58 N www kodak com go support Appendix VCCI Class B ITE TOREJ AURRE FERES A ERa VCCI ORE ILRO lt VSPARRRRMWRE CT COREIA RERA CATETE ZS BMWELTWIVEKTD COBBMIVACTV EV a yE LT WASHS amp RFMBSe5ZHMOTFCEMHVETF FUSS AAS CHES TIELILIRU RWWA LTK FES English translation This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment VCCI If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment it may cause radio interference Install and use the equipment according to the instruction
9. the lens is no closer than 24 in 60 cm to the subject or 5 in 13 cm in Close up mode You can change optical zoom before but not during video recording 1 Use the viewfinder or camera screen to frame your subject 2 Press Telephoto T to zoom in Press Wide Angle W to zoom out The zoom indicator shows zoom status 3 Take the picture or video Zoom indicator t Digital zoom range i Optical zoom range W Using digital zoom Use digital zoom in any Still mode to get up to 5X magnification beyond optical zoom 1 Press the Telephoto T button to the optical zoom limit 10X Release the button then press it again The zoom indicator shows zoom status 2 Take the picture or video NOTE You cannot use digital zoom for video recording You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom The blue slider on the zoom indicator pauses and turns red when the picture quality reaches the limit for an acceptable 4 x 6 in 10 x 15 cm print 8 CN www kodak com go support Taking pictures and videos Using the flip up flash Use the flash when you take pictures at night indoors or outdoors in heavy shadows Make sure you are within flash range The flash unit must be open to use the flash and change flash modes Flash to subject distance Zoom position Flash distance 2 16 1 ft 0 6 4 9 m ISO 140 6 6 12 1 ft 2 0 3 7 m ISO 140 Reviewing pictures and videos Press the Review b
10. wide close up 3 9 6 9 ft 1 2 2 1 m telephoto close up www kodak com go support CEN 47 Appendix Kodak EasyShare Z740 zoom digital camera Exposure metering TTL AE Exposure compensation Shutter speed ISO speed Electronic flash Flash modes Capture modes Burst mode Video capture Image file format Image storage Internal storage Multi pattern Center spot Center weighted available in PASM modes only 2 0 EV with 0 5 EV step Auto 1 8 to 1 1700 sec Shutter priority 1 64 1 1700 sec Selectable 0 5 8 sec Auto 80 to 160 Selectable 80 100 200 400 800 800 available only in Good picture quality Guide no 10 6 ISO 100 Auto flash with photo sensor Working range ISO 168 2 16 ft 0 6 4 9 m Wide 6 6 12 ft 2 3 7 m Tele Auto Fill Red eye Off Auto Portrait Sport Night Landscape Close up Video 14 Scene modes First burst 5 pictures Last burst 4 pictures both 2 fps AE AF AWB executed for first shot only VGA 640 x 480 13 FPS QVGA 320 x 240 20 FPS Still EXIF 2 2 1 JPEG compression file organization DCF Video QuickTime CODEC MPEG4 Optional MMC or SD Card Sg The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association 32 MB internal memory Review uickview 48 GD www kodak com go support Appendix Kodak EasyShare Z740 zoom digital camera Video output NTSC or PAL CRV3 2 AA lithium 2 AA Ni MH Kodak EasyShare Ni MH
11. 4 gt to locate a picture 2 Press the Share button 3 Highlight Print JI or Email z then press the OK button NOTE Favorites that were taken on this camera not imported from another source are good for prints up to 4 x 6 in 10 x 15 cm 40 CEV www kodak com go support Troubleshooting Camera problems He Try one or more of the following Camera does not m Remove battery and verify that it s the correct type then turn on reinsert it Camera does not m Insert a new or charged battery turn off and the lens Connect the camera to a Kodak 3 volt AC adapter sold does not retract separately then try again See page 54 for more battery information Camera buttons and controls do not function Lens does not extend Confirm that the battery in camera is charged when camera turns Turn camera off then on again Lens does not extend in on or does not retract Favorites mode If problem still exists get help page 45 EVF LCD screen is Remove the lens cap black or does not Push the EVF LCD button to change the display turn on In Review a blue or Transfer the picture to the computer black SEET Transfer all pictures to the computer page 12 displayed instead of Take another picture If problem still continues try internal a picture memory and or another memory card Pictures remaining Continue taking pictures The camera is operating normally number does not The camera estimates the numbe
12. 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 one year from the purchase date The option of replacement 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 and excluded herefrom 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 righ
13. Kodak EasyShare Z740 zoom digital camera User s guide www kodak com For interactive tutorials www kodak com go howto For help with your camera www kodak com go z740support Eastman Kodak Company Rochester New York 14650 Eastman Kodak Company 2004 All screen images are simulated Kodak and EasyShare are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company Schneider Kreuznach and Xenar are trademarks of Jos Schneider Optische Werke GmbH used under license by Eastman Kodak Company P N 4J1865 Front View Product features CO ND OT A W N Grip 9 Light sensor 10 Low light assist Self timer light 11 Shutter button 12 Self timer Burst button 13 Close up Landscape button 14 Flash button 15 Power Favorites switch www kodak com go support Speaker Flash Open Flash switch Neck strap post Microphone Lens DC In 3V e for optional AC adapter Product features Side View 1 Review button 9 2 Menu button 10 3 Delete button 11 4 Tripod socket 12 5 Dock connector 13 6 LCD screen 14 7 Info button 15 8 EVF Electronic viewfinder 16 EVF LCD button Zoom Wide Angle Telephoto Share button Mode dial Joystick OK USB A V Out ein Slot for optional SD or MMC card Battery compartment www kodak com go support Table of contents 1 Setting UP your camera ou cceecsseeseteestessteesseesseesseessaeseeeseeesenes 1 Attaching the lens CAD E 1 Attaching the neck Strap ccccccccscsscscsssssscsssss
14. Multi Zone Focus ISO 140 or low light conditions Place the camera on a flat steady surface or use a tripod Landscape Distant scenery Flash f 2 8 1 3 7 Infinity Focus does not fire Multi Pattern Exposure Metering Auto focus framing Daylight White Balance ISO 100 marks page 6 are not available in Landscape Distant scenery at f 2 8 f 3 7 Infinity Focus Daylight night Flash does not White Balance Center Weight fire Place the camera Metering Daylight White balance on a flat steady surface ISO 100 or use a tripod Quiet occasions like a f 2 8 f 3 7 no sounds no flash wedding or lecture Multi Pattern Exposure Metering Flash and sound are _ Multi Zone Focus ISO 100 disabled Text Documents f 2 8 f 3 7 Macro Focus 1 Exposure Compensation Center Weight Metering ISO 140 Self Close ups of yourself f 2 8 Macro Focus Multi Pattern Portrait Assures proper focus Exposure Metering Multi Zone and minimizes red eye Focus Red Eye Flash ISO 100 www kodak com go support CEN 25 Doing more with your camera PASM modes For more information on PASM modes see page 26 PASM Controlling exposure compensation how much light enters the camera The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and P Program aperture f stop based on the scene lighting Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options Press 4 gt to select settings Se
15. NOTE When you transfer pictures from your camera to your computer all pictures including favorites are stored on your computer at full size Favorite pictures smaller copies of your Originals are loaded back to your camera so you can share and enjoy more Share your favorite pictures in 4 easy steps 1 Take pictures Vs 2 Press fer to highlight Favorite g then press the OK button The Favorite icon amp appears in the status area To remove the tag press the OK button again Press the Share button to exit the menu 1 To enjoy full functionality load and use the EasyShare software that was packaged with this camera See page 12 3 Transfer Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable pictures to your see page 14 or an EasyShare dock computer The first time you transfer pictures a software wizard helps you make choices about your favorite pictures Then your pictures are transferred to the computer Favorite pictures smaller versions of the originals are loaded to the Favorites section of your camera s internal memory 4 View favorites 1 Move the Power Favorites switch to Favorites SI on your camera 2 Press 4 to scroll through favorites un H oer G NOTE The camera holds a limited number of favorites Use Camera Favorites in the EasyShare software to customize the size of your camera Favorites Kit section Videos tagged as favorites remain in the Favorites folder in the EasyS
16. TE For the best pictures the camera is set to Multi zone when in Landscape mode Available only in PASM mode 28 CEN www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera AF Control AF Continuous AF default uses external Choose an auto focus setting AF sensor and TTL AF Through The Lens This setting remains until you Because the camera is always focusing change it there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down to focus Single AF fF uses external AF sensor and TTL AF when the Shutter button is pressed haltway down Color Mode High Color Choose color tones Natural Color default This setting remains until you Low Color turn the Mode dal or turn off Black amp White the camera Sepia for pictures with a reddish brown antique look NOTE EasyShare software also lets you change a color picture to black and white or sepia Unavailable in Video mode Sharpness High Normal default Low Available only in PASM mode Reset PA S or M mode to its default setting Available only in PASM mode Control picture sharpness This setting remains until you change It Reset to Default Reset all picture taking settings to the defaults Set Album On or Off Choose Album names Pre select album names before you take This setting remains until you pictures or videos Then all the pictures or change it You can apply videos you take are tagged with those album different Set Album choi
17. argeable rechargeable or Ni MH For information on replacing batteries and extending battery life see page 54 Turning on the camera 2 D www kodak com go support Setting up your camera Setting the date time first time At the prompt press OK to change 4 for previous next field OK to accept Press Menu 2 ver to highlight Setup Menu then press OK 4 to highlight Language UD or Date Time RD then press OK If setting the date time Afw to change 4 for previous next field OK to accept www kodak com go support CEN 3 Setting up your camera Storing pictures on an SD or MMC card Your camera has 32 MB of internal memory You can purchase an SD or MMC card to conveniently store more pictures and videos NOTE We recommend Kodak SD or MMC cards SD cards must possess the SD Sx logo The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association When using the card for the first time format it in this camera before taking pictures see page 32 32 MB leegent Notched corner memory built in SD or MMC card optional Gd 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 pictures card or camera See page 51 for storage capacities Purchase SD or MMC cards at a dealer of Kodak products or www kodak com go z740accessories 4 CN www kodak com go support
18. ces to names See page 35 videos and to pictures Image Storage Pale default the camera uses the card Choose a storage location o CR if one is in the camera If not the camera pictures and videos uses internal memory This setting remains until you Internal Memory the camera always change It uses internal memory even if a card is installed www kodak com go support CEN 29 Doing more with your camera Setup Menu See Customizing your camera Choose additional settings Customizing your camera Use Setup to customize your camera settings 1 In any mode press the Menu button 2 Press w to highlight Setup e then press the OK button 3 Press after to highlight the setting you wish to change then press the OK button 4 Choose an option then press the OK button 5 Press the Menu button to exit e to previous menu Quickview Change Quickview default to on or off E By ot default For more intormation see page 6 Digital Zoom Continuous no pause between Choose how digital zoom is employed optical and digital zoom Pause default after reaching 10X optical zoom the zoom button must be released then activated again to begin digital zoom None digital zoom is disabled Print Warning Pause default when the blue D Slider on the zoom indicator pauses during digital zoom the zoom lever must be released and reactivated The slider turns red when the picture may no lo
19. cesccseeseeseesecseceseessesessesseseeseeees 32 Adjusting exposure COMPENSATION cccseesesetsesesessessesseeteseseeeae 35 P A S and M Modes eer 33 Pre tagging for album NAMES ccscesssseecessssssesseessesseeesesssseserees 35 Sharing yoti 1 TOS eege 37 www kodak com go support CEN iii Table of contents 5 Troubleshooting iguicencasgeasiquslicsnsitades tei snercusawienasietameseniantaaaasnnsunt 41 Camera Probleme sssi ccr r ee e E eee eee 41 Computer connectivity Drollemz 42 Picture quality problem 43 Direct printing PictBridge problem 44 6 Getting help E 45 Helptul MIKS sisses ineeie Eeen E stesso 45 Telephone customer support 46 el E 47 Camera specifications eceesscsccsssecsececsecsecsesseaecseecsessessassessesateaeses 47 Power saving features ecccccsscsesscsecsessesecsessesessesessesersssseseesessaseeses 51 Storage Ca EE eeh 51 PSS OE eae S E E 52 Important safety INStrUCtioOnS c cccccccsccseesesecsecsesetseeseeesseseeseeeeens 53 Battery E 54 Upgrading your software and Tmmwarg 55 Additional care and Maintenance cccccscsecssteseesesesseeseeesseseeen 55 WAIN E 56 Neel ele E 58 iv D www kodak com go support 1 Setting up your camera Attaching the lens cap www kodak com go support CEN 1 Setting up your camera Loading the batteries 1 Open the battery door 2 Load the battery then close the battery door CRV3 lithium Ni MH 2 AA lithium non rech
20. e P A S and M modes page 33 Press the Menu button to change other settings PASM Controlling aperture exposure compensation and ISO speed Aperture priority mode is primarily used to control depth of field Aperture the range of sharpness ENEE NOTE The aperture setting may be affected when using optical zoom Press 4 gt to select settings See P A S and M modes page 33 Press the Menu button to change other settings PASM Controlling the shutter speed exposure compensation and ISO speed The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure Shutter priority mode is primarily used to prevent blur when your subject is moving To prevent camera shake use a tripod for slow shutter speeds Press lt gt to select settings See P A S and M modes page 33 Press the Menu button to change other settings Shutter Priority Enjoying the highest level of creative control You set the aperture shutter speed and ISO speed Exposure compensation acts as an exposure meter recommending the proper combination of aperture and shutter speed to produce an acceptable exposure To prevent camera shake use a tripod for slow shutter speeds Press gt to select settings See P A S and M modes page 33 Press the Menu button to change other settings 26 CEN www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Changing picture taking settings You can change settings to get the best r
21. e an optional Kodak 3V AC adapter Visit www kodak com go z740accessories Starting the slide show 1 Press the Review button then press the Menu button 2 Press amp w to highlight Slide Show Gm then press the OK button 3 Press a w to highlight Begin Show then press the OK button Each picture and video is displayed once To interrupt the Slide Show press the OK button 20 N www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Changing the slide show display interval The default interval setting displays each picture for 5 seconds You can set the display interval trom 3 to 60 seconds 1 On the Slide Show menu press fe to highlight Interval then press the OK button 2 Select a display interval To scroll through the seconds quickly press and hold A fe 3 Press the OK button The interval setting remains until you change It Running a continuous slide show loop When you turn on Loop the slide show is continuously repeated 1 On the Slide Show menu press to highlight Loop then press the OK button 2 Press to highlight On then press the OK button The slide show repeats until you press the OK button or until battery power Is exhausted The Loop feature remains until you change it Displaying pictures and videos on a television You can display pictures and videos on a television computer monitor or any device equipped with a video input Image quality on a television screen may not be as good a
22. een turns off Press the OK button 10 5 3 1 minutes See Auto Enters auto Press a button or insert remove Power Off page 31 power off card 3 hours Turn the camera off then back on Storage capacities Picture storage capacity File sizes vary You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos Favorites take up additional space in internal memory Number of pictures umber of ites DELLES IN o z7 msome o u memssomme w e s www kodak com go support N 51 Appendix Video storage capacity OE ge 32 MB internal memory Accessories Kodak 0 7X Expand your creative wide angle lens and photographic options with this versatile lens Kodak EasyShare Add 55 mm screw on Z740 lens adapter lenses or filters Lens filter black amp Neutral density filter white 102 Reduces light by 2 f stops log density 0 6 55 mm threads Kodak 3 volt AC Extend battery life www kodak com go z 740accessories adapter Kodak performance Stylish and rugged for series digital camera Kodak EasyShare case digital cameras Kodak Ni MH Rechargeable rechargeable battery outstanding capacity pack Kodak Mi MH rapid Includes worldwide battery charger plugs Batteries sold separately 52 N www kodak com go support Appendix Important safety instructions Using this product m Read and follow these instructions before using Kodak products Always follow basic safety
23. en press the OK button 3 Press fw to select the number of copies 0 99 Zero removes the tag for that picture The Print icon L appears in the status area The default quantity is one 4 Optional You can apply a print quantity to other pictures Press lt gt to locate a picture Keep the print quantity as is or press fw to change it Repeat this step until the desired print quantity is applied to the pictures 5 Press the OK button Then press the Share button to exit the menu To tag all pictures in the storage location highlight Print All press the OK button then indicate the number of copies Print All is not available in Quickview To remove print tagging for all pictures in the storage location highlight Cancel Prints then press the OK button Cancel Prints is not available in Quickview www kodak com go support CEN 37 Doing more with your camera Printing tagged pictures When you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer the Kodak EasyShare software print screen opens For details on printing click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software For more information on printing trom your computer printer dock PictBridge enabled printer or card see page 14 NOTE For the best 4 x 6 in 10 x 15 cm prints set the camera to the Best 3 2 print quality setting See page 27 Tagging pictures and videos for emailing First on your computer Use Kodak EasyShare software to create an email addres
24. er speed is set at 1 30 second or longer The flash fires just before the shutter closes to create a stream ot light effect behind a moving object for a more natural appearance 22 N www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Picture taking modes Choose the mode that best suits your subjects and surroundings Use this mode gy Auto General picture taking oftfers an excellent balance of image AUTO quality and ease of use Sport Subjects that are in motion Shutter speed is fast The camera AN pre settings are f 2 8 1 3 7 Multi Pattern Exposure Metering Multi Zone Focus ISO 100 ISO 200 Portrait Full frame portraits of people Allows the subject to be sharp D and the background to be indistinct For best results position your subject at least 6 ft 2 m away and fill the frame with a head and shoulder pose Use Telephoto to exaggerate background blur The camera pre settings are f 2 8 f 3 7 Multi Pattern Exposure Metering Multi Zone Focus ISO 100 ox Night Use at night to capture subject and background SCN Scene Point and shoot simplicity when taking pictures under 14 special conditions See Scene modes page 24 Capturing video with sound See page 5 www kodak com go support CEN 23 Doing more with your camera Scene modes 1 Turn the Mode dial to Scene SCN 2 Press lt gt to display Scene mode descriptions NOTE If the Help text turns off press the OK button 3 Press the OK but
25. ess the Shutter button completely down and hold it to take pictures The camera stops taking pictures when you release the Shutter button when the pictures are taken or when there is no more storage space NOTE During Quickview you can delete all pictures in the burst series To delete selectively do so in Review see page 11 Taking close up and landscape pictures Use the Close up Landscape button d A to take pictures of scenes that are very close or very far away Close up 1 Set the Mode dial to any Capture mode Landscape 2 Press the Close up Landscape da WW button in the status bar 3 Take a picture www kodak com go support repeatedly until the e or a icon appears GN 19 Doing more with your camera Close up pictures Use the Close up setting es to gain sharpness and detail in pictures at close range Use available light instead of flash if possible The camera automatically sets the focus distance depending on the zoom position Wide angle 4 7 27 6 in 0 12 0 7 m Telephoto 3 9 6 9 ft 1 2 2 1 m Landscape pictures Use the Landscape setting a to gain sharpness of far away scenes With this setting the camera uses infinity auto focus Auto focus framing marks are not available in Landscape Running a slide show Use the Slide Show to display your pictures and videos on the camera screen To run a slide show on a television or on any external device see page 21 To save battery power us
26. esults from your camera 1 Press the Menu button Some settings are unavailable in some modes 2 Press after to highlight a setting then press the OK button 3 Choose an option then press the OK button 4 Press the Menu button to exit Picture Size 5 0 MP default for printing up to Choose a picture resolution 20 x 30 in 50 x 75 cm pictures are highest This setting remains until you resolution and largest file size change it 4 4 MP 3 2 ideal for printing 4 x 6 in 10 x 15 cm prints without cropping Also for printing up to 20 x 30 in 50 x 75 cm 4 0 MP for printing up to 20 x 30 in 50 x 75 cm pictures are medium resolution with smaller file size 3 1 MP or printing up to 11 x 14 in 28 x 36 cm pictures are medium resolution with smaller file size 1 8 MP for printing 4 x 6 in 10 x 15 cm prints emailing Internet screen display or for conserving space Video Size 640 x 480 higher resolution and file size Choose a video resolution Video plays in a 640 x 480 pixel window This setting remains until you VGA change it 320 x 240 lower resolution and file size Video plays in a 320 x 240 pixel window QVGA www kodak com go support CEN 27 Doing more with your camera White Balance Auto default automatically corrects Choose your lighting white balance Ideal for general picture condition taking This setting remains until you Daylight tor pictures in natural l
27. f different chemistry types grades or brands Failure to observe this precaution may cause leakage www kodak com go support CEN 53 Appendix m Remove batteries when the product is stored for an extended period of time In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product contact your local Kodak Customer Service representative m 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 Service representative m Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations m If the battery contacts touch metal objects the battery may short circuit discharge energy become hot or leak m Do not charge non rechargeable batteries For more information on batteries see www kodak com global en service batteries batteryUsage jhtm Battery life Use these Kodak batteries Battery types are also molded into battery door CRV3 lithium battery 350 500 AA 2 lithium batteries 250 350 Ni MH rechargeable battery pack per charge 200 300 AA 2 Ni MH rechargeable batteries per charge 200 300 0 500 Battery life per CIPA testing method Approx number of pictures Actual life may vary based on usage We do not recommend or support alkaline batteries For acceptable battery life and to make sure your camera operates dependably use the rep
28. hare software For more information click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software www kodak com go support CEN 39 Doing more with your camera Optional settings In Favorites mode press the Menu button to access optional settings la Slide Show page 20 Picture Information page 32 FA Multi up page 10 Remove all favorites Removing all favorites from your camera page 40 ES Setup Menu page 30 NOTE Pictures taken at the Best 3 2 quality setting are displayed at a 3 2 aspect ratio with a black bar at the top of the screen See Picture Size page 27 Removing all favorites from your camera 1 Move the Power Favorites switch to Favorites St 2 Press the Menu button 3 Highlight Ein then press the OK button All pictures stored in the Favorites section of internal memory are removed Favorites are restored the next time you transfer pictures to the computer 4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu Preventing favorites from transferring to the camera 1 Open the Kodak EasyShare software Click the My Collection tab 2 Go to the Albums view 3 Click the Camera Favorites Album for your camera 4 Click Remove Album The next time you transfer pictures from your camera to the computer use the Camera Favorites Wizard Assistant to either recreate your Camera Favorites Album or to turn off the Camera Favorites feature Printing and emailing favorites 1 Move the Power Favorites switch to Favorites SI Press
29. he joystick a To make pictures darker move the joystick W The setting remains until you change it or turn off the camera P A S and M modes Settings you change in P A S or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes For example if you change the Color Mode to Sepia while in P A S or M mode you still retain the default setting of Color for Auto and Scene modes NOTE The settings including Flash are maintained for P A S and M modes even when you change modes or turn off the camera Use Reset to Default see page 29 to reset P A S or M mode to its default setting www kodak com go support CEN 33 Doing more with your camera Aigo W000 Lo Aperture Shutter speed Exposure compensation Modesetting Aperture also known as f stop controls the size of the lens opening which determines the depth of field Smaller f numbers for example f 2 8 refers to a bigger lens opening Larger f numbers for example 1 8 refers to a smaller lens opening Larger t numbers keep the main subject sharp good for landscapes and well lit conditions Smaller f numbers are good for portraits and low light conditions The highest and lowest aperture numbers may be affected by optical Zoom Shutter speed controls how long the shutter stays open A shaking hand icon fp warns of slow shutter speeds Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds Exposure Compensation use to manually adjust the exposure g
30. ighting turn the Mode dial or turn off Tungsten corrects the orange cast of the camera household light bulbs Ideal for indoor pictures under tungsten or halogen lighting without flash Fluorescent corrects the green cast of fluorescent lighting Ideal for indoor pictures under fluorescent lighting without flash Open Shade or pictures in the shade in natural lighting Available only in PASM mode Exposure Metering Multi pattern default evaluates Evaluate light levels at lighting conditions throughout the image to specific areas of a scene give an optimum picture exposure Ideal for This setting remains until you general picture taking turn the Mode dial or turn off Center weight evaluates the lighting the camera conditions of the subject centered in the viewfinder Ideal for backlit subjects Center spot similar to Center weight except the metering is concentrated on a smaller area of the subject centered in the viewfinder Ideal when you need an exact exposure of a specific area in the picture Available only in PASM mode Focus Zone Multi zone default evaluates 3 zones Select a large or concentrated J to give an even picture focus Ideal for area of focus general picture taking This setting remains until you Center zone evaluates the small area turn the Mode dial or turn off centered in the viewfinder Ideal when the camera precise focus of a specific area in the picture is needed NO
31. ing information available m Computer model m Amount of free hard disk space m Operating system m Camera serial number m Processor type and speed MHz m Version of Kodak EasyShare software m Amount of memory MB m Exact error message you received pe Jomes For the most up to date listings visit www kodak com US en digital contacts DAlInternationalContacts shtml 46 N www kodak com go support Appendix Camera specifications For more specifications visit www kodak com go z740support Kodak EasyShare Z740 zoom digital camera CCD charge coupled device 1 2 5 in CCD 4 3 aspect ratio Output image size 5 0 MP 2576 x 1932 pixels 4 4 MP 3 2 2576 x 1716 pixels 4 0 MP 2304 x 1728 pixels 3 1 MP 2048 x 1536 pixels 1 8 MP 1152 x 1164 pixels Display Color display 1 8 in 4 6 cm color hybrid LCD 640 x 240 134 K pixels Color electronic LCD and EVF not simultaneous 0 2 in 5 1 mm 201 K pixels viewfinder Preview LCD EVF Frame rate 27 fps Taking lens 10X optical zoom aspheric all glass Retinar lens t 2 8 3 7 35 mm equivalent 38 380 mm Yes Accessory lens Digital zoom Combined zoom settings 10 6X to 50X in 0 6X increments Not supported for movie capture aot Sg CD D Q Focus system TTL AF auto multi zone center spot Center weighted available is PASM modes Working range 24 in 0 6 m infinity wide 6 6 ft 2 m infinity telephoto 4 7 27 6 in 0 12 0 7 m
32. ions NOTE When prompted take a few minutes to electronically register your camera and software This lets you receive information regarding software updates and registers some of the products included with the camera You must be connected to your Internet service provider to register electronically To register later see www kodak com go register 5 H prompted restart the computer If you turned off anti virus software turn it back on See the anti virus software manual for details For information on the software applications included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software www kodak com go support CEN 13 Transferring and printing pictures Transferring pictures with the USB cable 1 Turn off the camera 2 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable into the labeled USB port on your computer See your computer user s guide for details 3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the camera The arrow icon on the cable should face you 4 Turn on the camera Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer The software 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 these Kodak products to transfer your pictures and videos m Kodak EasyShare camera dock Kodak EasyShare printer dock see Dock compatibility page 17 m Kodak multi card
33. ites formats the internal memory Press Review Press Info To exit Review press the Review button Copying pictures and videos You can copy pictures and videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory to a card Before you copy make sure that m A card is inserted in the camera m The camera s picture storage location is set to the location from which you are copying See Image Storage page 29 32 N www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Copy pictures or videos 1 Press the Review button then press the Menu button 2 Press to highlight Copy p gt then press the OK button 3 Press to highlight an option PICTURE or VIDEO copies the current picture or video EXIT returns to the Review menu ALL copies all pictures and videos trom your selected storage location to the other location 4 Press the OK button NOTE Pictures and videos are copied not moved To remove pictures and trom the original location after copying delete them see page 11 Tags that you applied for print email and favorites are not copied Protection settings are not copied To apply protection to a picture or video see page 11 Adjusting exposure compensation Use exposure compensation to make pictures lighter or darker 1 In any capture mode move the joystick 4 Exposure compensation information appears on the camera screen or EVF 2 To make pictures lighter move t
34. lacement batteries listed above Extending battery life m Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen see page 9 Using the camera screen as a viewfinder see page 9 Excessive use of the flash 54 N www kodak com go support Appendix m Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life Wipe the contacts with a clean dry cloth before loading batteries in the camera m Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41 F 5 C When using your camera in cold weather carry spare batteries and keep them warm Do not discard cold batteries that do not work when they return to room temperature they may be usable Visit www kodak com go z740accessories for Kodak EasyShare camera dock powers your camera transfers pictures to your computer and charges the included Kodak EasyShare Ni MH rechargeable battery pack Kodak EasyShare printer dock powers your camera makes 4 x 6 in 10 x 15 cm prints with or without a computer transfers pictures and charges the included Kodak EasyShare Ni MH rechargeable battery pack Kodak 3 volt AC adapter powers your camera IMPORTANT Do not use the AC adapter included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock to power your camera Upgrading your software and firmware Download the latest versions of the software included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD and the camera firmware the
35. letes the displayed picture or video EXIT exits the Delete screen ALL deletes all pictures and videos from your current storage location NOTE To delete protected pictures and videos remove protection before deleting Protecting pictures and videos from deletion Press af Iv to highlight Protect AN 0 then press OK D 4 for previous next Press Menu i Press Review The picture or video is protected and cannot be deleted The Protect icon appears with the protected picture or video Press the Menu button to exit the menu Ah CAUTION Formatting internal memory or an SD or MMC card deletes all including protected pictures and videos Formatting internal memory also deletes email addresses album names and favorites To restore them see EasyShare software Help www kodak com go support CEN 11 pictures Gd CAUTION Transferring and printing Install Kodak EasyShare software before connecting the camera or optional dock to the computer Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly Minimum system requirements Windows OS based computers Windows 98 98SE ME 2000 SP1 or XP OS Internet Explorer 5 01 or higher 233 MHz processor or greater m 64 MB RAM 128 MB RAM for Windows XP OS 200 MB hard disk space available CD ROM drive Available USB port Color monitor 800 x 600 pixels 16 bit or 24 bit recommended Macintosh computers Power Mac G3 G4 G5 G4
36. manual MPEG 4 Use of this product in any manner that complies with the MPEG 4 visual standard is prohibited except for use by a consumer engaging in personal and non commercial activities www kodak com go support CEN 59 Index A A V out 21 AA battery loading 2 about picture video 32 about this camera 32 AC adapter 55 accessories 14 AC adapter 55 battery 54 buying 45 camera dock 55 printer dock 14 55 SD MMC card 4 AF control 29 album set 29 albums tagging pictures for 35 alkaline batteries warning 2 aperture priority 26 auto 23 flash 9 focus framing marks 6 power down 51 B backlight 24 batteries expected life 54 extending life 54 loading 2 safety 53 types 54 beach 24 burst using 19 button burst 19 close up landscape i 19 delete ii 6 EVF LCD ii 60 CEN flash 9 flash flash button i info ii menu ii power favorites i review Il 9 self timer burst share ii zoom ii 8 C cable audio video 21 USB 14 camera dock 55 camera screen reviewing pictures 9 reviewing videos 9 camera sounds 31 Canadian compliance 58 caring for your camera 55 children 24 clock setting 3 close up scenes 19 close up landscape button i color mode 29 computer connecting camera 12 transfer to 12 copy pictures card to memory 32 memory to card 32 to computer via USB cable 12 CRV3 battery loading 2 customer support 46 customizing camera se
37. nger render an acceptable 4 x 6 in 10 x 15 cm print None no pause 30 N www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Sound Themes Shutter only default ite Default Classical Jazz Sci fi Sound Volume Off Q Low default Medium High Auto Power Off 10 minutes default Choose amount of inactivity time until 5 minutes camera turns off 3 minutes 1 minute Mode Description On default Display mode description when entering off a mode Video Out NTSC default used in North Choose the regional setting that lets you America and Japan most common connect the camera to a television or format other external device PAL used in Europe and China Orientation Sensor 3 On default Orient pictures so that they are displayed Off with the correct side up Date Stamp Choose a date option or turn off Imprint the date on pictures the feature Default is off Video Date Display On default choose trom date Display Date Time at the start of video mp J frat playback ol www kodak com go support CEN 31 Doing more with your camera Memory Card deletes everything on the card formats the Ah CAUTION card Formatting deletes all Cancel exits without making a pictures and videos including change those that are protected Internal Memory deletes Removing a card during everything in internal memory formatting may damage the including email addresses album card names and favor
38. o highlight an album name then press the OK button Repeat to mark pictures or videos for albums Selected albums are noted with a check mark 4 To remove a selection highlight an album name and press the OK button To remove all album selections select Clear All 5 Highlight Exit then press the OK button Your selections are saved If you turn on the camera screen your album selection Is displayed on the screen A plus after the album name means more than one album Is selected 6 Press the Menu button to exit the menu Third transfer to your computer When you transfer the tagged pictures or videos to your computer Kodak EasyShare software opens and categorizes your pictures in the appropriate album See the Kodak EasyShare software Help for details www kodak com go support CEN 35 Doing more with your camera Tagging pictures videos for albums Use the Album feature in Review mode to tag the pictures and videos in your camera with album names First on your computer Use Kodak EasyShare software to create album names on your computer then copy up to 32 album names to the camera s internal memory See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details Second on your camera 1 Press the Review button then locate the picture or video Press the Menu button 2 3 Press fe to highlight Album aa then press the OK button 4 Press fe to highlight an album folder then press the OK button To add other pictures to
39. ood for controlling backlit or non standard scenes If the picture is too light decrease the setting if it s too dark increase the setting Changing P A S or M mode settings PASM modes control the f number shutter speed and exposure compensation Use the Menu button to control all other settings X iau 1 1000 F P A S or M mode options White sekectable Grey non selectable Yellow changeable value Red out of range 34 G amp D 1 Turn the Mode dial to PASM The mode options are displayed Move the joystick fw to choose P A S OF M Press afw lt p gt to m Move between available settings m Open a setting m Change the setting Press the Menu button to change other settings see page 27 Take a picture www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Pre tagging for album names Use the Set Album Still or Video feature to pre select album names before you take pictures or videos Then all the pictures or videos you take are tagged with those album names First on your computer Use Kodak EasyShare software V 3 0 or higher see page 12 to create album names on your computer Then copy up to 32 album names to the album name list the next time you connect the camera to the computer See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details Second on your camera 1 In any mode press the Menu button 2 Press fe to highlight Set Album gay then press the OK button 3 Press t
40. ound a message is displayed If the menu interface turns off press any button to redisplay it 2 Press fe to choose a printing option then press the OK button Current Picture Press 4 to choose a picture Choose the number of copies Tagged Pictures lf your printer is capable print pictures that you tagged for printing and choose a print size Index Print Print thumbnails of all pictures This requires one or more sheets of paper If the printer is capable choose a print size All Pictures Print all pictures in internal memory on a card or in Favorites Choose the number of copies Image Storage Access internal memory a card or Favorites NOTE During direct printing pictures are not permanently transferred or saved to the computer or printer To transfer pictures to your computer see page 12 In Favorites mode the current favorite picture is displayed Disconnecting the camera from a PictBridge printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer 2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer www kodak com go support CEN 15 Transferring and printing pictures Ordering prints online Kodak EasyShare print service provided by Ofoto www ofoto com is one of the many online print services offered in the Kodak EasyShare software You can easily m Upload your pictures m Edit enhance and add borders to your pictures m Store pictures and share them with family and friends m Order high quality prin
41. procedures m The use of an accessory attachment that is not recommended by Kodak such as an AC adapter may cause fire electric shock or injury m H using this product in an airplane observe all instructions of the airline Ah WARNING Do not disassemble this product there are no user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Do not expose this product to liquid moisture or extreme temperatures 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 Battery safety and handling Ah WARNING When removing batteries allow them to cool first batteries may be hot m Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer m Use only batteries that are approved for this product m Keep batteries out of the reach of children m Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects including coins Otherwise a battery may short circuit discharge energy become hot or leak m Do not disassemble install backward or expose batteries to liquid moisture fire or extreme temperature m Replace all batteries of a set at the same time Do not mix new batteries with used ones Do not mix rechargeable and non rechargeable batteries Do not mix lithium Ni MH and Ni Cd batteries together Do not mix batteries o
42. r of pictures remaining after decrease after taking each picture is taken based on picture size and content a picture Picture orientation is m Set the Orientation Sensor to ON page 31 not accurate Flash does not fire Open the flash unit page 9 m Check the flash setting and change as needed page 22 NOTE The flash does not fire in all mode page 22 www kodak com go support CEN 41 Troubleshooting Try one or more of the following Storage location is Transfer pictures to the computer page 12 almost or entirely full Delete pictures from the card or insert a new one page 11 Change image storage location to internal memory page 29 Battery life is short Make sure the correct battery type is installed page 54 Wipe the contacts with a clean dry cloth before inserting a battery in the camera See page 54 Insert a new or charged battery page 2 You cannot take a Turn camera off then on again Make sure the camera is not picture in Favorites mode Depress shutter button all the way page 5 Insert a new or charged battery page 2 Wait until the AF AE indicator turns green before attempting to take another picture Memory full Transfer pictures to the computer page 12 delete pictures page 11 change image storage location or insert another card Error message m Turn the camera off then on again appears on EVF LCD Remove memory card from the camera a Remove the bat
43. ra or printer display an Follow the prompts to resolve the issue error message 44 CEV www kodak com go support Getting help Helpful links Camera Get support for your product FAQs www kodak com go z 40support troubleshooting information arrange for repairs etc Purchase camera accessories camera www kodak com go z740accessories docks printer docks lenses cards etc Download the latest camera firmware and www kodak com go z740downloads software See online demonstrations of your camera www kodak com go howto Software Get information on EasyShare software www kodak com go easysharesw or click the Help button in the EasyShare software Get help with the Windows operating www kodak com go pcbasics system and working with digital pictures Other Get support for other cameras software www kodak com go support accessories more Get information on Kodak EasyShare www kodak com go printerdocks printer docks Get information on Kodak inkjet products www kodak com go inkjet Optimize your printer for truer more www kodak com go onetouch vibrant colors www kodak com go support CEN 45 Getting help Telephone customer support If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera you may speak with a customer support representative Before you call Have the camera camera dock or printer dock connected to your computer Be at your computer and have the follow
44. reader Kodak SD multimedia card reader writer Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or www kodak com go z740accessories Printing pictures Printing with a Kodak EasyShare printer dock Dock your camera to the Kodak EasyShare printer dock and print directly with or without a computer Purchase this and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or www kodak com go z 40accessories Direct printing with a PictBridge printer Your camera features PictBridge technology so you can print directly to PictBridge printers You need m Camera with fully charged batteries or mi PictBridge printer with optional Kodak 3 volt AC adapter USB cable included with your camera 14 CEV www kodak com go support Transferring and printing pictures Connecting the camera to a PictBridge printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer 2 Optional If you have a Kodak 3 volt AC adapter optional accessory plug it into the camera and into an electrical outlet IMPORTANT Do not use the AC adapter included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock to power your camera 3 Connect the appropriate USB cable from the camera to the printer See your printer user guide for details See www kodak com go z 740accessories to order cables Printing from a PictBridge 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 f
45. res as you take them 6 camera screen 9 deleting 11 protecting 11 slide show 20 reviewing videos camera screen 9 deleting 11 protecting 11 slide show 20 running slide show 20 S safety batteries 53 SCN 23 www kodak com go support Index SD MMC card inserting 4 printing from 16 slot ii storage capacities 51 self portrait 25 self timer with pictures 18 self timer burst button i service and support telephone numbers 46 setting AF control 29 album 29 camera sounds 31 color mode 29 date amp time 31 date and time 3 date stamp 31 exposure metering 28 flash 9 focus zone 28 image storage 29 language 31 liveview 30 orientation sensor 31 picture quality 27 picture taking mode 23 self timer 18 sharpness 29 video date display 31 video out 31 white balance 28 setup mode using 30 share button ii sharpness 29 shutoff auto 51 CEN 63 Index shutter priority 26 problems 42 self timer delay 18 speed 33 sleep mode 51 slide show continuous loop 21 problems 43 running 20 snow 24 software installing 13 upgrading 55 speaker i specifications camera 47 storage capacity 51 support technical 46 T tagging favorites 39 for albums 35 for email 38 for print 38 telephone support 46 television slide show 21 text 25 time setting 3 timer shutter delay 18 tips battery guidelines 54 care amp maintenance 55 transfer via USB cable 12
46. s book on your computer Then copy up to 32 email addresses to the camera s internal memory For details click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software Second tag pictures videos on your camera 1 Press the Share button Press 4 to locate a picture video 2 Press fe to highlight Email s then press the OK button The Email icon spe appears in the status area 3 Press af to highlight an email address then press the OK button To tag other pictures videos with the same address press 4 to scroll through them When the picture you want is displayed press OK To send the pictures videos to more than one address repeat step 3 for each address Selected addresses are checked 4 To remove a selection highlight a checked address and press the OK button To remove all email selections highlight Clear All 5 Press afew to highlight Exit then press the OK button The Email icon spe appears in the status area 6 Press the Share button to exit the menu Third transfer and email When you transfer the tagged pictures videos to your computer the Email screen opens and lets you send them to the addresses you specified For details click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software 38 N www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Tagging pictures as favorites You can preserve your favorite pictures in the Favorites El section of your camera s internal memory then share them with friends and family
47. s on a computer monitor or when printed NOTE Ensure that the Video Out setting NTSC or PAL is correct see page 31 The slide show stops if you connect or disconnect the cable while the slide show is running 1 Connect the audio video cable included from the camera A V Out USB port to the television video in port yellow and audio in port white See your television User e guide for details 2 Review pictures and videos on the television www kodak com go support CEN 21 Doing more with your camera Changing the flash settings Make sure the flash is open Press the flash button repeatedly to scroll through flash modes The current flash mode is depicted in the LCD EVF status area Flash modes Flash fires ZA Auto When the lighting conditions require it Flash Fill Every time you take a picture regardless of the lighting r4 conditions Use when the subject is in shadow or is backlit when the sun is behind the subject In low light hold the camera steady or use a tripod Red eye Once so the subject s eyes become accustomed to the flash then fires again when the picture is taken If the lighting conditions require flash but do not require Red eye reduction the flash may fire only once Off Never For flash setting in each mode see page 49 NOTE Rear curtain flash sync a feature found only in S M and Night portrait modes activates automatically when the flash is fired and the shutt
48. sceseessrsesessesaesaseas 1 Betielueggye En 2 Tei VG Ren TEC ANCL E 2 Setting the date time first me 3 Storing pictures on an SD or MMC can 4 2 Taking pictures and videos ccccsceeesssssssssssseessessesseeseseseees 5 Takma p CCN Gs ac tericesdecer ape chester E E 5 Using optical ZOOM WEE 8 Using the flip up AS E 9 Reviewing pictures and VIDEOS ce cescseeessetsetseseesesessesesesessesaesaees 9 Deleting pictures ANd videos 11 3 Transferring and printing pictures ccccecesssssssseseeeeeeees 12 Minimum system requirements ccceesecesecessssteessesseeessresteesresses 12 Install the software x iostscnsiosaitncuictyadcsonpschueedars dix veobagcasuncclacasnieuciucasnetos 13 Transferring pictures with the USB Cable c ccccscsceteeeteeeeeeen 14 PTE VOCUS E 14 DOCK compatblm eee ceceesectesteeecsecsseessesseseessesessessessessesetsatsas 17 4 Doing more with your camera ccesceseeseesssesssssssteesaesesersees 18 Using CNS rn 18 SU a E E eemeeerave ss 19 Taking close up and landscape pictures cccesceeetesteeteeteeeeeeee 19 Miir 20 Changing the flash settings sticnceicarcnsineiondaidssvensedudcdnendnadaraddelanthontdvchs 22 PC Ue sleet King ee 23 Changing picture taking settings ccccceeeseeececsseessssseesesseseseeees 27 Customizing your Camera een meen eee ete Rees en ee 30 Viewing picture Video information cccccscccsesseessseeseeseeseeeeeeen 32 COPYING pictures ANC videos cccese
49. software that runs on the camera See www kodak com go z740downloads Additional care and maintenance m If the camera has been subjected to inclement weather or you suspect water has gotten inside the camera turn off the camera and remove the batteries and card Allow all components to air dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera again m Blow gently on the lens or camera screen 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 m Service agreements are available in some countries Contact a dealer of Kodak products for more information www kodak com go support CEN 55 Appendix m For digital camera disposal or recycling information contact your local authorities In the US visit the Electronics Industry Alliance Web site at www eiae org or the Kodak Web site at www kodak com go z740support Warranty Limited Warranty Kodak warrants Kodak EasyShare digital cameras and accessories excluding batteries to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year trom the date of purchase Retain the original dated sales receipt Proof of the date of purchase will be required with any request for warranty repair Limited warranty coverage THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WILL BE HONORED ONLY WITHIN
50. tery and wipe the contacts with a clean dry cloth page 54 Insert a new or charged battery page 2 If all else fails get customer support help page 45 Memory card not Card may be corrupted Format card in camera page 32 recognized or camera e Use another memory card freezes with card Insert a charged battery page 2 Turn on the camera Make sure proper USB cable is connected on camera and computer port page 14 If using an EasyShare dock check all cable connections Make sure the camera is seated on the dock Make sure the EasyShare software is installed page 12 42 N www kodak com go support Troubleshooting H Try one or more of the following Pictures do not Click the Help button in the EasyShare software transfer to computer Slide Show does not Adjust the camera Video Out setting NTSC or PAL run on an external page 31 video device m Make sure the external device settings are correct see the device s user s guide Picture quality problems Try one or more of the following Picture is too dark Reposition camera for more available light or underexposed Use Fill flash page 22 or change your position so light is not behind the subject Move so that the distance between you and the subject is within the effective flash range page 9 To automatically set exposure and focus press the Shutter button halfway When the AF AE indicator turns green press the Shutter b
51. the same album press 4 to scroll through the pictures When the picture you want is displayed press the OK button To add the pictures to more than one album repeat step 4 for each album The album name appears with the picture A plus after the album name means the picture was added to more than one album To remove a selection highlight an album name and press the OK button To remove all album selections select Clear All Third transfer to your computer When you transfer the tagged pictures and videos to your computer the Kodak EasyShare software opens and categorizes your pictures and videos in the appropriate album folder See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details 36 N www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Sharing your pictures Press the Share button to tag your pictures and videos When they are transferred to your computer you can share them Pires ves Ke os F Email page 38 Favorites page 39 for easy organization on your y V KA computer and for sharing on your camera When can I tag my pictures and videos Press the Share button to tag pictures videos m Any time The most recent picture video taken is then displayed m Just after you take a picture video during Quickview see page 6 m After pressing the Review button see page 9 Tagging pictures for printing 1 Press the Share button Press 4 to locate a picture 2 Press to highlight Print L th
52. ton to choose a Scene mode Use this SCN mode For Camera pre settings fe Children Action pictures of f 2 8 f 3 7 Multi Pattern Exposure X children in bright light Metering Multi Zone Focus ISO 140 People indoors f 2 8 1 3 7 Multi Pattern Exposure Minimizes red eye Metering Multi Zone Focus Red Eye Flash ISO 140 Bright beach scenes f 2 8 3 7 1 Exposure Compensation Center Weight Metering Daylight White balance ISO 100 Close ups of flowers or f 2 8 f 3 7 Macro Focus Daylight other small subjects in White balance Center Zone Focus bright light Center Weight Metering ISO 140 Flash does not fire f 5 6 2 second exposure Infinity Place the camera on a Focus Center Weight Metering flat steady surface or Daylight White Balance ISO 100 use a tripod Bright snow scenes f 2 8 f 3 7 1 Exposure Compensation Center Weight Metering Multi Zone Focus ISO 100 Backlight Subjects that are in f 2 8 1 3 7 Multi Pattern Exposure shadow or backlit Metering Multi Zone Focus when light is behind Fill Flash ISO 100 the subject Close up Subjects closer than f 2 8 f 3 7 Macro Focus Center 28 in 70 cm Weight Metering Center Zone Focus ISO 100 24 CEN www kodak com go support Doing more with your camera Use this SCN mode For Camera pre settings ak Night Reduces red eye of f 2 8 f 3 7 Multi Pattern Exposure Portrait people in night scenes Metering
53. ts photo greeting cards frames and aloums and have them delivered to your door Printing pictures from your computer For details on printing pictures from your computer click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software Printing from an optional SD or MMC card m Automatically print tagged pictures when you insert your card into a printer with an SD MMC slot See your printer user s guide for details m Make prints at an SD MMC capable Kodak picture maker Contact a location prior to visiting See www kodak com go picturemaker m Take the card to your local photo retailer for professional printing 16 www kodak com go support Transferring and printing pictures Dock compatibility Use the adapter and the custom dock insert if you are docking your Z740 camera on the EasyShare E printer dock printer dock 6000 printer dock plus m camera dock 6000 Custom dock insert Adapter NOTE The charging lights on the dock will not illuminate when using the adapter However charging does take place Use the custom dock insert if you are docking your Z740 camera on any other EasyShare dock Do not use the adapter Custom dock insert Dock NOTE The EasyShare Z740 camera is not compatible with these docks m EasyShare printer dock 4000 m EasyShare camera dock II m EasyShare L 420 LS443 camera docks www kodak com go support CEN 17 Doing more with your camera Using the self timer
54. ts which vary from state to state or by jurisdiction Outside the United States and Canada In countries other than the United States and Canada the terms and conditions of this warranty may be different Unless specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by a Kodak company no warranty or liability exists beyond any minimum requirements imposed by law even though defect damage or loss may be by negligence or other act www kodak com go support CEN 57 Appendix Regulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisory FC Kodak EasyShare Z740 zoom 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
55. ttings 30 www kodak com go support D date amp time 31 date setting 3 date stamp 31 DC in delete button ii deleting during quickview 6 from internal memory 11 from SD MMC card 11 protecting pictures videos 11 digital zoom using 8 displaying slide show 20 disposal recycling 56 distant scenes 19 dock camera 55 connector ii printer 14 55 downloading pictures 12 E EasyShare software 12 emailing pictures videos 38 EVF electronic viewfinder ii EVF LCD button ii expected battery life 54 exposure compensation 33 metering 28 external video device viewing pictures videos 21 F favorites removing 40 settings 40 switch i tagging 39 FCC compliance 58 fireworks 24 firmware upgrading 55 www kodak com go support Index flash i settings 9 flower 24 focus framing marks 6 zone 28 format 32 G grip guidelines battery 54 H help web links 45 l icons mode dial 23 image storage 29 info button ii information about pictures videos 32 installing batteries 2 SD MMC card 4 software 13 internal memory storage capacity 51 J joystick ii Kodak EasyShare software installing 13 upgrading 55 Kodak web sites 45 L landscape 19 25 language 31 LCD ii CEN 61 Index lens i cap 1 cleaning lens 55 light sensor liveview 30 loading batteries 2 SD MMC card 4 software 13 low light assist i Macintosh installing soft
56. utton completely down to take the picture Adjust exposure compensation page 33 Picture is too light Reposition camera to reduce the amount of available light Turn flash off page 22 Move so that the distance between you and the subject is within the effective tlash range page 9 To automatically set exposure and focus press the Shutter button halfway When the AF AE indicator turns green press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture Use P mode to adjust the Exposure Picture is not clear um To automatically set exposure and focus press the Shutter button halfway When the AF AE indicator turns green press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture m Clean the lens page 55 m Make sure camera is not in Close up mode if you are more than 21 in 0 7 m from your subject m Place the camera on a flat steady surface or use a tripod especially in high zoom settings or in low light www kodak com go support CEN 43 Troubleshooting Direct printing PictBridge problems Cannot locate desired picture 1 Turn on the camera Make sure the camera is not in Favorites mode m Use the Direct print menu to change the image storage location The Direct print menu interface Press any button to redisplay the menu turns off Cannot print pictures m Ensure that there is a connection between camera and printer page 12 m Ensure the printer and camera have power page 14 Came
57. utton to view and work with your pictures and videos 2 4 for previous next Review press again to exit D CH auto Videos OK Play pause fer Adjust the volume 4 Rewind to beginning during playback gt Next picture video during playback To save battery power use an optional Kodak EasyShare dock or Kodak 3 volt AC adapter See www kodak com go z740accessories NOTE Pictures taken at the Best 3 2 quality setting are displayed at a 3 2 aspect ratio with a black bar at the top of the screen A video s duration is displayed at the top of the camera screen www kodak com go support CEN 9 Taking pictures and videos What the review icons mean Print tag number of prints Protected Favorite tag L Picture number Email tag i 5 E Image storage location Fi Scroll arrows f olf Review mode Video length Protected Favorite tag EH fr Video number Email tag ESKO ro UEL CAE Image storage E location Ki S Play or Pause Scroll arrows 5 W T magnify 1X 8X Ch alw view other parts of the picture OK return to 1X w View multi up thumbnails afv view previous next row of thumbnails 4 view previous next thumbnail OK view single picture 10 www kodak com go support Taking pictures and videos Deleting pictures and videos Press Delete 4 for previous next Press Review PICTURE or VIDEO de
58. ware on 13 maintenance camera 55 manner 25 manual 26 memory inserting card 4 storage capacities 51 menu button ii microphone mode dial ii 23 modes aperture priority 26 auto 23 backlight 24 beach 24 children 24 fireworks 24 flower 24 landscape 25 manner 25 manual 26 night landscape 25 night portrait 25 party 24 portrait 24 program 26 SCN 23 self portrait 25 62 CEN shutter priority 26 snow 24 text 25 N neck strap 1 neck strap post night landscape 25 night portrait 25 O online prints ordering 16 open flash switch i optical zoom 8 orientation sensor 31 P party 24 PASM mode screen options 33 PictBridge printer 14 picture quality 27 pictures checking settings 10 copying 32 deleting 11 emailing tagged 38 printing 16 printing tagged 37 protecting 11 reviewing 9 storage capacity 51 tagging 35 taking modes 23 transfer via USB cable 12 portrait 24 power auto off 51 camera 2 switch i printer dock 14 55 www kodak com go support printing from a card 16 from computer 16 optimizing printer 45 order online 16 PictBridge 14 tagged pictures 16 with EasyShare printer dock 14 program 26 protecting pictures videos 11 Q quickview using 6 R recycling disposal 56 red eye flash 9 regulatory information 58 removing favorites 40 repair 45 reset to default 29 review II review button 9 reviewing pictu

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