Kodak Z710 User Manual

Kodak Z710 - EASYSHARE Digital Camera Manual

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    Kodak EasyShare Z710 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/z710support
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    Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, New York 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2006 All screen images are simulated. Kodak and EasyShare are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. Schneider-Kreuznach and C-Variogon are trademarks of Jos. Schneider Optische Werke GmbH used under license by Eastman Kodak
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    post 5 Close-up/Landscape button 12 Microphone 6 Self-timer/Burst button 13 Lens 7 Power/Favorites switch 14 DC-In (3V) ,for optional AC adapter www.kodak.com/go/support i
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    /Telephoto) 11 Share button 12 Joystick/OK button 13 Mode dial 14 USB, A/V Out 15 Optional SD or MMC card 16 Battery compartment ii www.kodak.com/go/support
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    1 Setting up your camera 1 Installing the software 1 Attaching the lens cap and strap 1 Loading the batteries 2 Turning on the camera 3 Setting the language for albums 19 Sharing your pictures 20 4 Doing more with your camera 25 Changing the flash settings 25 Using the self-timer 26
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    7 Getting help 49 Helpful links 49 8 Appendix 51 Camera specifications 51 Storage capacities 55 Important safety instructions 56 Battery life 57 Upgrading your software and firmware 58 Additional care and maintenance 58 Warranty...59 Regulatory compliance 61 iv www.kodak.com/go/support
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    : Before connecting any cables, install the software that was included with your camera. For details, see Transferring and printing pictures, page 40. Follow the on-screen instructions. We recommend Complete or Easy Install. Attaching the lens cap and strap 1 2 3 www.kodak.com/go/support 1
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    Setting up your camera Loading the batteries 1 2 CRV3 lithium (non-rechargeable) Ni-MH 2 AA lithium or Ni-MH To replace batteries and extend battery life, see page 57. To recharge rechargeable batteries, see page 58. 2 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    Turning on the camera Setting up your camera Setting the language and date/time Language: 1 to change. 2 OK to accept. Date/Time: 1 At the prompt, press OK. 2 to the language and date/time at a later time, see Date & Time in the table that starts on page 35. www.kodak.com/go/support 3
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    Format in the table that starts on page 35.) We recommend Kodak SD or MMC cards. Notched corner 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. 4 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    exposure NOTE: After you take a picture, the EVF/LCD displays a quickview for approximately 5 seconds. The picture is saved unless you press the Delete button. www.kodak.com/go/support 5
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    marks (pictures) When using the LCD 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. set Center Zone, the framing marks are fixed at Center Wide. 6 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    approximately 5 seconds. To play/pause the video during the quickview, press the OK button. The video is saved unless you press the Delete button. www.kodak.com/go/support 7
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    the picture or video. Zoom indicator Optical zoom range Digital zoom range W T D Using digital zoom Use digital zoom in any Still mode to get up to video. NOTE: You cannot use digital zoom for video recording. You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom. The blue slider on
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    on/off status icons and histogram. In Review, repeatedly press Info button to turn on/off status icons, histogram, and picture/video information. Info www.kodak.com/go/support 9
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    Aperture Shutter speed Picture size Pictures/time remaining Storage location AF mode Focus zone Exposure metering White Balance ISO Low battery Camera mode Exposure compensation Capture modes-shutter pressed halfway Open flash reminder Slow shutter speed warning Auto Focus/ Auto Exposure (AF/AE
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    's duration is displayed at the top of the LCD. Magnifying a picture 1 W/T 2 3 OK Magnify 1X - 8X. View other parts of the picture. Return to 1X. www.kodak.com/go/support 11
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    arrows Video length Favorite tag Email tag Play or Pause Scroll arrows 12 Review mode Protected Picture/video number Image storage location Review mode www.kodak.com/go/support
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    to exit the menu. appears with CAUTION: Formatting internal memory or a card deletes all (including protected) pictures, videos, email addresses, album names, and favorites. www.kodak.com/go/support 13
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    videos on the camera. To run a slide show on a television or on any external device, see page 15. To save battery power, use an optional Kodak 3-volt AC adapter. (Visit www.kodak.com/go/z710accessories.) the OK button. The interval setting remains until you change it. 14 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    audio/video cable from the camera A/V Out/USB port to the television video-in port (yellow) and audio-in port (white). See your television user's guide for details. 2 Review pictures picture cannot be cropped again on the camera. Press the Menu button to exit the menu. www.kodak.com/go/support 15
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    or light, you can adjust the exposure compensation (see page 37) before taking the picture. The flash may affect a picture's light and shadow. 16 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    or from internal memory to a card. Before you copy, make sure that: ■ A card is inserted in the camera. ■ The storage location is set to the location from which you are copying. (See Image Storage in the table or videos you take are tagged with those album names. www.kodak.com/go/support 17
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    /videos First-on your computer Use Kodak EasyShare software (V 3.0 or higher, see page 40) 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 EasyShare software Help for details. Second-on your
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    the pictures and videos in your camera with album names. First-on your computer Use Kodak EasyShare software to create album names on your Kodak EasyShare software opens and categorizes your pictures/videos in the appropriate album. See EasyShare software Help for details. www.kodak.com/go/support
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    screen opens. For details on printing, see EasyShare software Help. For more information on printing from your computer, printer dock, PictBridge enabled printer, or card, see page 42. NOTE: For the best 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) prints, set the camera to the 6.3 MP (3:2) picture size setting. (See
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    Kodak EasyShare software to create an email address book on your computer. Then, copy up to 32 email addresses to the camera's internal memory. For details, see EasyShare software Help. Second-tag pictures/videos on your camera For details, see EasyShare software Help. www.kodak.com/go/support 21
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    . NOTE: The camera holds a limited number of favorites. Use Camera Favorites in the EasyShare software to customize the size of your camera Favorites section. Videos tagged as favorites are not loaded to your camera. For more information, see EasyShare software Help. 22 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    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
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    . Press picture. for previous/next 2 Press the Share button. 3 Highlight Print or Email, 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). 24 www
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    4 Doing more with your camera Changing the flash settings 1 Open the flash. 2 Press the flash subject is in shadow or is "backlit" (when light is behind the subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a tripod. The flash fires once so the eyes become accustomed to the flash, then fires
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    Doing more with your camera Using the self-timer 1 Place camera on a tripod or flat surface. 2 In any Still mode, press : • Once for a 10-sec. delay (so you have time to stops when no storage space remains. Only the 2- and 10-second options are available in video mode. 26 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    image quality and ease of use. Subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast. The camera pre-settings are Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus. Full-frame portraits of people. Allows . (See page 7.) P PASM More creative control. (See page 38.) ASM www.kodak.com/go/support 27
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    Press the OK button to choose a Scene mode. Use this For SCN mode Camera pre-settings Children Action pictures of children in Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone or low-light Focus conditions. Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. 28 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    f/2.8-f/3.7, Infinity Focus, Daylight White Flash does not fire. Place the Balance, Center-Weight Metering, Daylight camera on a flat, steady White Balance, ISO 64 surface or use a tripod. Quiet occasions, like Flash, ISO 64 For information on PASM modes, see page 38. www.kodak.com/go/support 29
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    status bar. 3 Take a picture. NOTE: After you take the picture, the camera stays in the Close-up or Landscape setting. To exit, press the Close-up/ scenes. With this setting, the camera uses infinity auto-focus. Auto-focus framing marks are not available in Landscape. 30 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    expected event. Example: A person swinging a golf club. Last Burst Camera takes up to 30 pictures while the Shutter Capture an event when the 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
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    the mode dial or turn off the camera. Some modes offer limited settings. Setting Picture Size Choose a picture resolution. For recommended print sizes, visit www.kodak.com/go/printsizes Video Size Choose a and file size; video plays in a 320 x 240 pixel window (QVGA). 32 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    Doing more with your camera Setting Options White Balance Auto (default)-automatically corrects Control Continuous AF-uses TTL-AF (Through-The-Lens). Because Choose an auto-focus setting. the camera is always focusing, there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down to focus. Single
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    Doing more with your camera Setting Options Color Mode High Color Choose color tones. Natural Color (default) Unavailable in Video mode. Low Color Black & White Sepia for pictures with a reddish-brown, antique look. EasyShare software also lets you change a color picture to black-and-white
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    . None-digital zoom is disabled. Pause (default)-when the slider on the zoom indicator pauses during digital zoom, the zoom must be released and reactivated. The slider turns red when the picture may not render an acceptable 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) print. None-no pause. www.kodak.com/go/support 35
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    in North America and Choose the regional setting that lets you Japan; most common format. connect the camera to a television or PAL-used in Europe and China. other external device. Orientation Sensor On ( Time at the start of video Choose a date/time format playback. 36 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    formats the internal memory. email addresses, album names, and favorites. About View camera information. Adjusting exposure compensation Use exposure compensation before you take a picture to make . The setting remains until you change it or turn off the camera. www.kodak.com/go/support 37
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    light enters the camera). The camera automatically sets ISO speed. The camera automatically sets the camera shake, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds. Press to select settings. Manual even when you change modes or turn off the camera. Use Reset to Default (see the table that starts on page
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    Doing more with your camera Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings PASM modes control the aperture (f-number, also known as f-stop), shutter speed, and stop numbers indicate a smaller lens opening; keeps the main subject sharp; good for landscapes and well-lit conditions. www.kodak.com/go/support 39
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    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 information on the software applications included on the EasyShare software CD, see EasyShare software Help. 40 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    your pictures and videos. ■ Kodak EasyShare camera dock, Kodak EasyShare printer dock (see page 44) ■ Kodak multi-card reader, Kodak SD multimedia card reader-writer Purchase these and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or www.kodak.com/go/z710accessories. www.kodak.com/go/support 41
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    : Do not use the AC adapter included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock to power your camera. 3 Connect the USB cable from the camera to the printer. (See your printer user guide for details. See www.kodak.com/go/z710accessories to order cables.) 42 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    To transfer pictures to your computer, see page 40. In Favorites mode, the current favorite picture is displayed. Disconnecting the camera from a PictBridge enabled printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer. 2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer. www.kodak.com/go/support 43
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    online Kodak EasyShare Gallery is one of the many online print services offered in EasyShare software. You can easily: ■ Upload your pictures. ■ Edit, enhance, and add borders to your pictures. ■ Store pictures, and share them with family and friends. ■ Order high-quality prints, photo greeting
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    6 Troubleshooting Camera problems For step-by-step product support, visit www.kodak.com/go/z710support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs. If Try one or more of the following Camera does not turn on Camera does not turn off and the lens does not retract ■ Insert a new or charged
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    Troubleshooting Error message appears ■ Turn the camera off, then on again. on EVF/LCD ■ Remove memory card from the camera. ■ Remove the battery and Get customer support help (page 49). Memory card not ■ Card may be corrupted. Format card in camera. (See Format in recognized or camera the table
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    button in the EasyShare software. ■ Adjust the camera Video Out setting (see page 35). ■ Make sure the external device settings are correct (see the device's user's guide). Picture quality problems If Try one the picture. ■ Adjust exposure compensation (page 37). www.kodak.com/go/support 47
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    Make sure the camera is not in Favorites mode. ■ Use the Direct print menu to change the image storage location. Press any button to redisplay the menu. ■ Ensure that there is a connection between camera and printer (page 41). ■ Ensure the printer and camera have power. 48 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    with digital pictures www.kodak.com/go/easysharesw (or click Help in EasyShare software) www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics Other Get support for other cameras, software, accessories, more Get information on Kodak EasyShare printer docks Get information on Kodak inkjet products Optimize your printer for
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    Getting help NOTE: If you have questions concerning this product, you may speak with Kodak customer support. Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada China Denmark Ireland Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong 6325 585 781 6231 (toll) +44 131 458 6714 +44 131 458 6962 50 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    8 Appendix Camera specifications CCD-1/2.5 in. CCD, 4:3 aspect ratio Picture size- 7.1 MP: 3072 x 2304 pixels 6.3 mm) Accessory lens thread-Yes Lens protection-Lens cap Digital zoom-Combined zoom settings up to 50X in 0.2X increments. (Not supported for movie capture.) Focus system-TTL-AF; multi-
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    EV step Shutter speed- Auto: 1/8-1/1600 sec. Shutter priority and Manual mode: 8 - 1/1000 sec. ISO speed- Auto: 64 to , 200, 400, 800 (800 available only in 1.9 MP picture size.) Electronic flash-Guide no. 10.6 (@ ISO 100); auto flash with pre-flash control. Working range @ kodak.com/go/support
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    PAL Power-CRV3; 2-AA lithium; 2-AA Ni-MH; Kodak Ni-MH rechargeable digital camera battery (KAA2HR); 3V AC adapter Communication with computer-USB 2.0 (PIMA 15740 protocol), via USB cable (U-8), EasyShare camera dock or printer dock PictBridge support-Yes Self-timer-2 or 10 seconds, or 2-shot Sound
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    Last burst Off Off * When you change to Auto or Red Eye in these modes, it becomes the default until you change it. 54 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    /MMC 15 min. 58 sec. 31 min. 57 sec. 63 min. 54 sec. 30 min. 8 sec. 60 min. 17 sec. less than 80 min. www.kodak.com/go/support 55
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    Appendix Important safety instructions CAUTION: 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
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    your camera operates dependably, use the replacement batteries listed above. Extending battery life ■ Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power: - Reviewing your pictures on the LCD - Using the LCD as a viewfinder - Excessive use of the flash www.kodak.com/go/support 57
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    pictures, and charges the Kodak Ni-MH rechargeable digital camera battery. 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
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    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.) www.kodak.com/go/support 59
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    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
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    and advisory Kodak EasyShare Z710 zoom digital camera This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However kodak.com/go/support 61
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    Appendix Australian C-Tick N137 Canadian DOC statement DOC Class B Compliance-This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Observation des normes-Classe B-Cet appareil numérique for use by a consumer engaging in personal and non-commercial activities. 62 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    accessories, 41 AC adapter, 58 battery, 57 buying, 49 camera dock, 58 printer dock, 42, 58 SD/MMC card, 4 AF control, extending life, 57 loading, 2 safety, 56 types, 57 beach, 28 burst, using, 31 www.kodak.com/go/support button burst, 31 close-up/landscape, i, 30 delete, ii EVF/LCD, ii flash, i, 9
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    , 13 protecting pictures, videos, 13 digital zoom, using, 8 displaying slide show, 14 disposal, recycling, 59 distant scenes, 30 dock camera, 58 connector, ii printer, 42, 58 downloading pictures, 40 H help web links, 49 histogram, 16 I icons, mode dial, 27 image storage, 34 www.kodak.com/go/support
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    card, 4 software, 40 internal memory storage capacity, 55 J joystick, ii K Kodak EasyShare software installing, 40 upgrading, 58 Kodak Web sites /MMC card, 4 software, 40 M Macintosh, installing software on, 40 www.kodak.com/go/support maintenance, camera, 58 manner, 29 manual, 38 memory inserting
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    portrait, 28 power camera, 3 switch, i printer dock, 42, 58 printing 66 from a card, 44 from computer, 44 optimizing printer, 49 order online, 44 PictBridge, 42 tagged pictures, 44 with EasyShare printer dock, 42 slide show, 14 S safety, batteries, 56 SCN, 27 SD/MMC card www.kodak.com/go/support
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    white balance, 33 www.kodak.com/go/support setup mode, using, 35 share button, ii sharpness, 34 shutter priority, 38 problems, 46 self-timer delay, 26 speed, 38 slide show problems, 47 running, 14 snow, 28 software installing, 40 upgrading, 58 speaker, i specifications, camera, 51 storage capacity
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    , via USB cable, 40 tripod socket, ii turning camera on and off, 3 U upgrading software, firmware, 58 URLs, Kodak Web sites, 49 USB (universal serial bus) transferring pictures balance, 33 68 Windows computers installing software, 40 Z zoom button, ii digital, 8 optical, 8 www.kodak.com/go/support
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Kodak EasyShare Z710
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/z710support