KODAK DX3600 Zoom Digital Camera User’s Guide Visit Kodak on the World Wide Web at www.kodak.
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Product Overview Camera Front 6 1 7 2 8 3 9 4 10 5 1 Shutter button 2 Flash unit 3 Microphone 4 Light sensor 5 On / Off switch 6 Speaker 7 Viewfinder lens 8 Self Timer light 9 Lens with built-in cover 10 Audio/Video out / USB connector Camera Bottom 4 1 5 2 1 Camera Dock connector 2 Connector door (open) 3 Tripod mount socket 3 4 Eject button, for Picture Card 5 Battery door iii
Product Overview Camera Back 1 7 8 9 2 10 11 3 12 4 13 5 1 Viewfinder light 2 Flash button 3 Menu button 4 4-way arrow button 5 Select button 6 LCD screen 6 7 Viewfinder 8 Speaker 9 Mode dial (see below) 10 Shutter button 11 Zoom button 12 Picture Card door 13 Wrist strap post Mode Dial Video—take videos with audio Still—take pictures Review—display pictures and play videos on the LCD Setup—customize settings iv
Table of Contents 1 Getting Started ...................................................................1 What Can I Do With My KODAK DX3600 Zoom Digital Camera? .........................................................................................1 What Can I Do With My Digital Pictures? ............................1 Camera Package Contents .....................................................2 Attaching the Wrist Strap .................................................... 3 Loading the Batteries ........
Putting Yourself in the Picture........................................... 22 Setting Picture Quality.........................................................23 Placing the Date on Pictures .............................................. 24 3 Taking Videos ................................................................... 25 Taking a Video........................................................................... 25 Reviewing/Deleting the Video Just Taken ........................26 Previewing Your Video ..
5 Customizing Your Camera Settings .......................... 41 Adjusting LCD Screen Brightness ......................................41 Setting Video Out................................................................... 42 Selecting a Language ............................................................ 43 Viewing Camera Information ................................................ 43 Formatting Memory or Picture Card................................ 44 6 Installing the Software ..........................
Transferring Pictures ............................................................59 When Using a Tripod ...............................................................59 9 Troubleshooting Problems ............................................ 61 Troubleshooting—Camera ....................................................61 Troubleshooting—Camera Dock...........................................71 10 Getting Help ....................................................................73 Software Help ............
1 Getting Started What Can I Do With My KODAK DX3600 Zoom Digital Camera? Capture Video —in Video mode, take great video clips with audio. You can take continuous clips or set the video length at 5, 15, or 30 seconds. Capture Still Pictures —in Still mode, enjoy easy point-and-shoot operation. Use the zoom features to bring your subject closer. Choose a Storage Location —take and store your pictures and videos in the camera’s 8 MB of internal memory or on an optional removable Picture Card.
Chapter 1 Camera Package Contents The KODAK DX3600 Zoom Digital Camera is packaged with the following items. 1 2 3 4 5 Camera Wrist strap 6** AA lithium batteries, or equivalent* 2 1 USB cable Audio/Video cable (for viewing pictures and videos on a television) 4 5 6 Dock insert** 7 User’s Guide***, Quick Start Guide, and Software CD (not shown) NOTE: * Your camera may have been packaged with a KODAK Camera Dock. In that case, the AA batteries are replaced with the KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack.
Chapter 1 Attaching the Wrist Strap 1 Thread the short loop of the wrist strap through the wrist strap post. 2 Thread the long end of the wrist strap through the short loop. Pull until secure. Loading the Batteries AA lithium batteries, or equivalent, are included with your camera.* +- To load the batteries: 1 Turn the camera off. 2 On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery door in the direction of the arrow, then lift to open. 3 Insert the batteries as shown. 4 Close the battery door.
Chapter 1 Inserting a Picture Card Optional Picture Cards provide easy picture storage and transfer. Think of Picture Cards as removable and reusable film, or removable computer memory. See page 84 for Picture Card storage capacities. Card door Raised lip To insert a Picture Card: 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Slide the Card door in the direction of the arrow on the door, then pivot open. 3 Hold the Picture Card so the connection end is pointed into the camera and the raised lip faces the back of the camera.
Chapter 1 Turning the Camera On and Off 1 To turn on the camera, slide the power Viewfinder light Status bar switch to the On ( | ) position. The lens extends to the Wide Angle position and the viewfinder light blinks green while the camera performs a self-check. When the viewfinder light glows steady green (and the Mode dial is set to Still or Video ) the camera is ready to take pictures or videos.
Chapter 1 Automatic Powerdown Saves Batteries The automatic powerdown features help extend battery life by turning off the camera when it has been inactive (no buttons pushed and no pictures or videos taken) for the given time period. Powerdown Feature Sleep Sleep, QuickView on Deep Sleep Auto Off Activated after 1 minute 5 seconds 8 minutes 3 hours Camera Behavior LCD is turned off To reactivate camera Press any button.
Chapter 1 Checking the Battery Level Check the battery power level before you begin taking pictures. Don’t miss an important picture because the camera batteries are low or exhausted. IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION For acceptable battery life and to make sure your camera operates dependably, do not use alkaline batteries. See page 81 for the types of batteries you can use in your camera. 1 Turn on the camera. 2 If a battery symbol appears in the LCD, the batteries are low or exhausted.
Chapter 1 Mode Dial—Settings and Menus Use the Mode dial to access four ways to use your camera: Video —take videos with audio, and change video-taking options Still —take pictures and change picture-taking options Review —view and work with your pictures and videos on the LCD screen Setup —customize your camera functions Mode dial Video Menus Use Video mode whenever you are recording videos and to customize your video-recording settings.
Chapter 1 Still Menus Use Still mode whenever you are taking still pictures and to customize your picture-taking settings. For details on applying the menu options, refer to the page numbers listed below. To access the Still mode menus: 1 Turn the Mode dial to Still . 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the menus and submenus. 4 Press the Select button.
Chapter 1 Review Menus Use the menus in Review mode to view and work with the pictures and videos in your camera. For details on applying the menu options, refer to the page numbers listed below. To access the Review mode menus: 1 Turn the Mode dial to Review . 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the menus and submenus. 4 Press the Select button.
Chapter 1 Setup Menus Use the menus in Setup mode to customize your camera settings. For details on applying the menu options, refer to the page numbers listed below. To access the Setup mode menus: 1 Turn the Mode dial to Setup . The Setup menu screen is displayed on the LCD. 2 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the menus and submenus. 3 Press the Select button.
Chapter 1 Navigating Through the Menus The method of moving through the menus and selecting options is the same in all four of the camera modes. To display the menus on the LCD: m In Video , Still , and Review modes, press the Menu button to display the menus. In Review mode, the menus are displayed on the screen with a picture or the first frame of a video. m In Setup mode, the menus are Additional selections automatically displayed when you turn the Mode dial to Setup.
Chapter 1 Checking Current Camera Status In Video or Still mode, press the settings are active. button at any time to check which camera 1 Turn the Mode dial to Video or Still and turn on the camera. The icons displayed on the status screen represent the camera features that are currently active. 2 To display the status icons at any time while in Video or Still mode, press the button. 3 Press again to turn off the icons.
Chapter 1 Choosing Internal Memory or Picture Card The KODAK DX3600 Zoom Digital Camera offers two storage options: internal camera memory or optional removable Picture Cards. Internal Memory—take and store up to 90 seconds of video or 50 pictures at Good Quality (35 seconds of video or 16 pictures at Best Quality) in the camera’s 8 MB of internal memory. You always have memory in the camera, even if you don’t have a Picture Card with you.
Chapter 1 3 Highlight the storage location you wish to use, then press Select. AUTO (default)—when the setting is Auto, the camera uses the Picture Card if one is in the camera. If no Picture Card is installed, the camera uses internal memory. INTERNAL MEMORY—when the setting is Internal Memory, the camera always uses ✔ = current setting internal memory, even if a Picture Card is installed. 4 Select Continue (or Cancel to change your mind), then press Select again.
Chapter 1 Checking Your Storage Location Icon The storage location icon displayed in the status bar indicates: —Picture Card —Internal Memory m In Video and Still modes, the storage location icon indicates where your pictures and videos will be stored when you take them. In this example, pictures and videos will be stored on the Picture Card. Press the arrow button to display the status bar. m In Review mode, the storage location icon indicates where the currently displayed picture or video is stored.
2 Taking Still Pictures Use the Still setting on the Mode dial whenever you take pictures or wish to customize your picture-taking settings. Before you take a picture, make sure your picture storage location is set the way you want it (page 14). Taking a Picture 1 Turn the Mode dial to Still . 2 Frame your subject. Use the viewfinder, or Viewfinder light turn on Preview (page 19) and use the LCD screen.
Chapter 2 Displaying/Deleting the Picture Just Taken The QuickView feature displays each picture on the LCD immediately after you take it. While the picture is displayed, you have the opportunity to delete it. Save space in internal memory or on your Picture Card by keeping only the pictures you like. Turn on QuickView: 1 Turn the Mode dial to Still , then press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the QuickView menu , then press the Select button. 3 Highlight the On option, then press the Select button.
Chapter 2 Previewing Your Picture When the Preview feature is on, a live image is displayed on the LCD before you take a picture. Use the LCD instead of the viewfinder to frame your subject. 1 To turn on Preview, turn the Mode dial to Still , then press Select. The LCD displays a live image and the status bar. 2 Frame your subject in the LCD and take a picture as usual. Press Select Live image 3 To display the last picture taken in this session, press . 4 To turn off Preview, press Select again.
Chapter 2 Using Zoom for Still Pictures Your camera offers optical and digital zoom features. Use optical zoom to get up to two times closer (2X) to your subject. Then, to get even closer, use digital zoom for an additional 3X. In optical zoom, the camera lens moves as you push the zoom button. Digital zoom is accomplished with camera image processing; the lens does not move. When you turn on the camera, the lens moves to the Wide Angle position. Preview is required for digital zoom.
Chapter 2 Using the Flash for Still Pictures When you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows, your pictures need flash. The camera flash is effective when you are 1.6 to 10.5 feet (0.5 to 3.2 m) from your subject. In Telephoto, the flash is effective from 1.6 to 7.5 feet (0.5 to 2.3 m). NOTE: Flash is available for still pictures, but not for video recording. MENU Press the button repeatedly to scroll through the flash options.
Chapter 2 Putting Yourself in the Picture The Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time the picture is taken. This setting is ideal when you want to include yourself in the picture. Turn on the Self Timer: 1 Turn the Mode dial to Still , then press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Self Timer menu , then press the Select button. 3 Highlight the On option, then press the Select button. 4 Press the Menu button to turn off the menu screen.
Chapter 2 Setting Picture Quality Use the Quality setting to select a picture resolution. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Still , then press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Quality menu , then press the Select button. 3 Highlight the Quality setting you want to use. Best (1800 x 1200)—for more detailed images and larger print sizes. Produces higher picture resolution and larger file sizes (1800 x 1200 pixels). When Best Quality is set, two stars are displayed in the LCD status bar.
Chapter 2 Placing the Date on Pictures Use the Date Stamp setting to imprint the date on your pictures. This setting is ideal when you wish to record when a picture was taken; for example, for a birthday or an insurance claim. 1 Make sure the camera clock is set to the correct date (page 6). 2 Turn the Mode dial to Still , then press the Menu button. 3 Highlight the Date Stamp menu , then press the Select button.
3 Taking Videos Use the Video setting on the Mode dial whenever you take videos or wish to customize your video-taking settings. Before you take a video, make sure your picture storage location is set the way you want it (page 14). Taking a Video 1 Turn the Mode dial to Video . Preview is turned on; the LCD displays a live image and the status bar. The time displayed indicates how much recording time is available.
Chapter 3 Reviewing/Deleting the Video Just Taken The QuickView feature displays the first frame of a video on the LCD immediately after you take it. 1 Press the Select button to play the video. 2 To delete the video, press the arrow button. The Delete Video? screen appears. 3 Highlight Yes, then press Select. The video is deleted from the camera. If the automatic display disappears, bring it back by pressing the arrow button.
Chapter 3 Taking Close-up Videos When you are taking videos at close range, from 10 to 24 inches (25 to 60cm), use the Close-up setting to gain sharpness and detail. To turn on Close-up: 1 Turn the Mode dial to Video , then press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Close-up menu , then press Select. 3 Highlight the On option, then press the Select button. 4 Press the Menu button to turn off the menu screen. The Close-up setting reverts to Off when you turn off the camera.
Chapter 3 Take the video: 1 Place the camera on a flat steady surface, or use a tripod. 2 Compose the picture, then press the Shutter button. See page 25 for two ways to record. The LCD turns off. The red Self Timer light, located on the front of the camera, Self Timer light turns on for 8 seconds, then blinks for 2 seconds until the video begins recording. While the camera is recording, the Self Timer light glows steady red, then goes off when recording stops.
Chapter 3 When Good Quality is set, one star displayed in the LCD status bar. is 4 Press Select. 5 Press the Menu button to turn off the menu screen. This setting remains until you change it. NOTE: Some older Picture Cards are not able to record video at Best Quality. If you see a message on the LCD about this, change the Quality setting to Good or change your storage location to internal memory (see page 14).
Chapter 3 Setting Video Length You can specify a time limit for the videos you take. The Video Length setting is useful if you wish to conserve space in the camera’s internal memory or on a Picture Card, or if you want all of your videos to be the same length. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Video , then press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Video Length menu , then press the Select button. 3 Highlight the setting you want to use.
4 Reviewing Pictures and Videos Navigating Through Pictures and Videos 1 Turn the Mode dial to Review . The camera accesses either the internal memory or the Picture Card (page 14) and displays the last picture or video that was taken or reviewed from that location. 2 Use the arrow buttons to scroll forward or backward through the pictures. 3 To move through the pictures one at a time, press and release an arrow button. For fast scrolling through the pictures, press and hold an arrow button.
Chapter 4 Playing a Video 1 To play or pause a video, press the Select button. Or, press the Menu button, highlight the Video Play menu , then press Select. The time display counts down the video length as the video plays. 2 To adjust the playback volume, press the 3 To rewind the video, press the arrow. 4 To skip to the next picture or video, press the arrow buttons. arrow button. NOTE: You can play your videos on a television. See page 39 for how to connect.
Chapter 4 Deleting Pictures and Videos Use the Delete feature to quickly delete one or all pictures and videos from the camera’s internal memory or the Picture Card. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Review and press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Delete menu , then press the Select button. 3 Highlight the delete option you want to use: PICTURE—deletes the displayed picture or video, then displays the next available picture or video. EXIT—returns you to the Review menus.
Chapter 4 Protecting Pictures and Videos From Deletion Use the Protect feature to prevent specific pictures and videos from being accidentally deleted from the internal memory or from the Picture Card. To protect a picture or video: 1 Turn the Mode dial to Review and display the picture or video you wish to protect. 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Highlight the Protect menu, then press the Select button. The picture or video is protected and cannot be deleted.
Chapter 4 Copying Pictures and Videos The Copy feature allows you to copy pictures and videos between a Picture Card and the camera’s internal memory. You can capture pictures and videos on a Picture Card, then copy and save your favorites into internal memory. Or, you may wish to copy pictures and videos to a Picture Card for portability: for viewing on a different computer, or for printing at your local photo retailer.
Chapter 4 Magnifying Still Pictures Use the Magnify feature to zoom in to two times magnification and navigate to different areas of the picture. This feature is ideal for checking detail on your pictures. NOTE: Magnify is available for reviewing still pictures, but not videos. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Review and press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Magnify menu , then press the Select button. The picture is displayed at two times magnification and the menus disappear.
Chapter 4 3 Highlight the Print Order option you want to use: CANCEL PRINT ORDER—cancels the entire print order from the Picture Card. INDEX PRINT—orders a contact sheet containing a thumbnail print of each picture on the Picture Card. CURRENT PICTURE—selects the currently displayed picture for printing. EXIT—returns you to the menu screen. ALL PICTURES—selects all of the pictures on the Picture Card for printing. 4 Press Select and follow the on-screen directions to complete your order.
Chapter 4 Running a Slide Show Use the Slide Show feature to sequentially display your pictures and videos on the camera LCD or on a television (see page 39 for connecting to an external device). Starting the Slide Show 1 Turn the Mode dial to Review and press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Slide Show menu , then press the Select button. 3 Highlight Begin Show, then press Select.
Chapter 4 Connecting to a Television or Other External Device You can display your pictures, play your videos, or run a Slide Show on any external video device that is equipped with an audio/video input, such as a television, computer monitor, or digital projector. Use the audio/video cable included with your camera. 1 Connect the audio/video cable to the video-out port on the camera. 2 Connect the audio (white) and video (yellow) plugs to the audio and video-in ports on your television.
Chapter 4 Viewing Picture or Video Information Use the Picture Info feature to display information about each picture or video stored in your camera. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Review and press the Menu button. 2 Highlight the Picture Info menu , then press the Select button. The information about the displayed picture or video is view-only and includes: file name, location of the file (Directory), date and time the picture was taken, and the quality setting.
5 Customizing Your Camera Settings Use Setup on the Mode dial to customize the camera settings according to your personal preferences. Adjusting LCD Screen Brightness You can adjust the LCD screen brightness to make the display easier to see. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Setup . 2 Highlight the Display Brightness menu, then press the Select button. 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the brightness settings. The available brightness settings are -2.0 (black screen) to +2.0 (white screen), in 0.
Chapter 5 Setting Video Out The Video Out feature allows you to match the camera’s video signal to the standard that applies in your geographical location. Video Out must be set correctly to run a slide show on a television or other external device. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Setup . 2 Highlight the Video Out menu, then press the Select button. 3 Highlight the Video Out option: NTSC—standard used in most countries except Europe. The United States and Japan use NTSC. PAL—standard used in European countries.
Chapter 5 Selecting a Language The Language feature allows you to display the menus and screen messages in different languages. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Setup . 2 Highlight the Language menu, then press the Select button. 3 Highlight the language you want to use. 4 Press Select to accept the changes and return to the Setup menu. The screen text is displayed in the selected language. This setting remains until you change it.
Chapter 5 Formatting Memory or Picture Card You may need to format the camera’s internal memory if it becomes corrupted. You may need to format a Picture Card if it becomes corrupted or if it was used in a different camera. When formatting is necessary, an error message appears on the LCD screen. See page 63 for error messages. CAUTION: Formatting erases everything, even protected pictures, from the internal memory or Picture Card. Removing the Picture Card during formatting may damage the card.
6 Installing the Software Make sure that you install the software from the KODAK Picture Software CD before you transfer pictures from your camera to the computer. Install the Software 1 Before you begin, close all software applications running on your computer. 2 Place the KODAK Picture Software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Load the software: On a WINDOWS-based computer—usually, the first install window automatically appears.
Chapter 6 Software Included With Your Camera The KODAK Picture Software CD contains the following software. Your CD may contain additional software not described here. For detailed information, refer to the online help supplied with each software application. KODAK Picture Transfer Software Automatically transfer your pictures and videos from the camera to the computer, organize and rename your files if you wish. See page 50 for more information.
Chapter 6 Computer System Requirements For acceptable picture transfer and editing, we recommend the following minimum requirements: WINDOWS-Based System Requirements m Personal computer designed for WINDOWS 98, 98SE, ME, or 2000 m Available USB port m Personal computer with CD-ROM drive, minimum 200 MHz microprocessor m Color display monitor with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480 (1024 x 768 preferred) and 256 colors: High Color (16-bit) or True Color (24-bit) recommended m 32 MB of available RAM; 70
7 Transferring Pictures and Videos Before You Transfer Files to the Computer Before you transfer your pictures and videos from the camera to the computer, make sure you have installed the software from the KODAK Picture Software CD (page 45). Connecting to the Computer You can transfer your pictures and videos from the camera to the computer using either the provided USB cable or the optional KODAK Camera Dock. Connecting With the USB Cable 1 Turn off the camera.
Chapter 7 Connecting With the KODAK Camera Dock 1 Open the connection door on the bottom of the camera. 2 Place the camera in the Camera Dock. 3 Push the Connect button. You can transfer files while the green light is blinking. For more information, see Chapter 8, Using the KODAK Camera Dock. NOTE: You can also use a KODAK USB Picture Card Reader to transfer your pictures. See your KODAK retail dealer or visit our Web site at http:// www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Chapter 7 Transferring on a MACINTOSH Computer m Select the Automatic Transfer radio button, then click Transfer. Automatic Transfer copies all of the pictures and videos from the picture storage location to your computer, using the current settings. m Or, select the Guided Transfer radio button, then click Transfer. Guided Transfer lets you review each picture, give it a name, and select a destination folder on your computer.
Chapter 7 Working With Your Pictures and Videos When your pictures and videos are transferred, Picture Transfer Software closes and KODAK Picture Software opens.
Chapter 7 Transferring Your Pictures and Videos Manually KODAK Camera Connection Software lets you directly access the pictures and videos in your camera to: display and browse thumbnails of your pictures and videos , copy all or selected pictures and videos to your computer, open a picture or video directly in third-party applications, delete pictures and videos from a storage location, format the camera internal memory or Picture Card, and view information on a selected picture or video.
Chapter 7 Printing Your Pictures Choose your favorite method to enjoy long-lasting prints of your digital pictures. From KODAK Picture Software m Print to your home printer with KODAK Premium Picture Paper. From a Picture Card m Use the Print Order feature (page 36) to automatically print from a Picture Card directly to a KODAK Personal Picture Maker or other direct-printenabled printer. m Take your Picture Card to your local photo retailer for printing.
8 Using the KODAK Camera Dock The KODAK Camera Dock makes it easier than ever to transfer your pictures to the computer. In addition, the Camera Dock is a rapid battery charger for the included Rechargeable Battery Pack, and supplies power to the camera. To keep the Battery Pack charged and the camera always ready to take pictures, store your camera in the Camera Dock whenever you are not using it.
Chapter 8 Installing the Dock Insert KODAK DX-series cameras are packaged with a Dock insert, which is used to custom-fit the camera to the Camera Dock. 1 Place the front tabs on the insert into the slots in the Camera Dock cavity. 2 Fit the insert down into the cavity and snap the insert into place. To order an insert for your camera, contact Kodak Customer Support, see page 74. Connecting the Camera Dock Connect the Camera Dock to your computer and to an external power source.
Chapter 8 Installing the Battery Pack in the Camera 1 Open the battery door on the bottom of the camera. 2 Install the Battery Pack in the direction of the arrows, as illustrated. CAUTION: d Ko ak The Battery Pack can only be inserted into the camera in the orientation shown. If the Battery Pack does not easily install, reposition it and try again. DO NOT FORCE IT. Doing so can damage your camera. 3 Close the battery door.
Chapter 8 3 Place the camera in the Camera Dock and push down to seat the connectors; the Dock locator pin fits into the camera tripod socket. Connector The Camera Dock light glows green when the connectors are properly seated. The camera is now powered by Light the Camera Dock instead of the camera batteries. NOTE: If the Battery Pack in the camera requires charging, the Camera Dock light turns red after a few seconds and charging begins.
Chapter 8 Transferring Pictures To transfer pictures from your camera to your computer: Connect 1 Place the camera in the Camera Dock. 2 Push the Connect button. m The Camera Dock light blinks green while the connection to the computer is active. m KODAK Picture Transfer Software automatically opens on your computer and your pictures are transferred. You can also transfer your pictures manually while the green light is blinking. See page 53.
9 Troubleshooting Problems There may be times when you have questions about using your KODAK camera or Camera Dock. This chapter can help you find the answers quickly. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the KODAK Picture Software CD. For updates to Troubleshooting information, visit our Web site at http://www.kodak.com. Troubleshooting—Camera Picture Card Problem The camera does not recognize your Picture Card.
Chapter 9 Camera Communications Problem Cause The computer There is a problem with cannot the configuration of the communicate with USB port on your the camera. computer. Solution See the following file on the KODAK Picture Software CD: USB.html Or, go to www.kodak.com and click Service and Support. Camera power is off. Turn on the camera (page 5). Battery is not charged. Replace or recharge the batteries (page 3).
Chapter 9 Camera Communications Problem Cause Cannot transfer Software is not installed pictures to on computer. computer. The Add New Hardware Wizard cannot locate drivers. LCD Messages Message No images to display Memory card requires formatting Memory card cannot be read (Please format the card or insert another card) Internal memory requires formatting Internal memory cannot be read (Please format internal memory) Cause There are no pictures in the current storage location.
Chapter 9 LCD Messages Message Cause No memory card, Files There is no Picture not copied Card in the camera. Your pictures were not copied. Not enough space to There is not enough copy files space in the location you are copying to (internal memory or the Picture Card). Date/Time entry screen This is the first time you appears automatically turned on the camera; or the batteries have been removed for an extended period of time; or the batteries are exhausted.
Chapter 9 LCD Messages Message Memory Card is full Solution Delete pictures from the Picture Card (page 33), insert a new Picture Card, or change storage location to internal memory (page 14). Internal Memory is full There is no more space Delete pictures from the on the camera’s internal memory (page 33) internal memory. or change storage location to Auto and insert Picture Card(page 14). Unrecognized File The camera cannot Transfer the unreadable Format read the picture format.
Chapter 9 Camera Problem Cause Shutter button does Camera is not turned on. not work. The camera is processing a picture, the viewfinder light is blinking. The Picture Card or internal memory is full. Solution Turn on the camera (page 5). Wait until the light stops blinking before attempting to take another picture. Transfer pictures to your computer (page 50), delete pictures from the camera (page 33), switch storage locations (page 14), or insert a card with available memory.
Chapter 9 Camera Problem Cause Part of the picture Something was blocking is missing. the lens when the picture was taken. Your eye or the picture was not centered correctly in the viewfinder. In Review mode, The camera may not be you do not see a accessing the correct picture on the LCD storage location. or do not see the picture you expected. Picture is too dark. Flash is not on or did not function. The subject is too far away for the flash to have an effect.
Chapter 9 Camera Problem Cause Solution Picture is too light. The flash is not needed. Change to Auto flash (page 21). The subject is too close Move so there is at least 1.6 when the flash was used. ft (0.50 m) between the camera and the subject. The light sensor is Hold the camera so your covered. hands or other objects do not cover the light sensor. Stored pictures are The Picture Card was Make sure the Picture Card damaged.
Chapter 9 Camera Problem Cause Slide show does Video Out setting is not run on external incorrect. video device. External device is set incorrectly. Slide show does The camera may not be not run on LCD accessing the correct screen. storage location. Solution Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, page 42). Refer to the external device’s user’s guide. Check the picture storage location setting (page 14).
Chapter 9 Camera Viewfinder Light The viewfinder light glows steady green when the camera is on and ready to take a picture. Problem Cause Solution Viewfinder light blinks Batteries are low or Replace or recharge the red. exhausted. batteries (page 3). Video Length setting Reduce the Video Length exceeds available setting (page 30), transfer space in memory.
Chapter 9 Camera Viewfinder Light The viewfinder light glows steady green when the camera is on and ready to take a picture. Problem Cause Solution Viewfinder light blinks Picture is being Wait. Resume picture taking green. processed and saved when the light stops blinking. to the camera. Viewfinder light blinks Flash is not charged. Wait. Resume picture taking yellow. when the light stops blinking and turns green. Auto Exposure is not Release the shutter button locked. and recompose the picture.
Chapter 9 Camera Dock Problem Pictures are not transferred to the computer Cause Camera was removed from the Camera Dock during picture transfer. Connect button was not pressed Solution Replace the camera on the Camera Dock and press the Connect button. Press the Connect button Camera Dock indicator light Light Status Cause Light glows steady Camera is docked. green Light glows steady Camera Dock is red charging Battery Pack.
10 Getting Help If you need help with your camera or Camera Dock, it is available from a number of resources: m Troubleshooting Problems, page 61 m Software application online help m Product information by fax m Place of purchase m World Wide Web m Technical support Software Help Help with any software application packaged with your camera can be obtained from the online help provided with the application. Kodak Online Services m World Wide Web http://www.kodak.
Chapter 10 Telephone Customer Support If you have questions concerning the operation of KODAK software or the camera, you may speak directly to a customer support representative.
Chapter 10 m Outside the U.S., Canada, and Europe—calls are charged at National Rate.
11 Appendix This appendix serves as a resource for technical information about your camera, batteries, Camera Dock, Picture Cards, and available accessories. DX3600 Camera Specifications Camera Specifications Capture modes Color Communication with computer Dimensions USB Still picture Video with audio 24-bit, millions of colors Cable included with camera Width/Depth/ 4.7 in. /2 in. /2.9 in. Height (120 mm/50 mm/74 mm) Weight 8.1 oz.
Chapter 11 Camera Specifications Lens Type Optical quality glass, 5 group, 6 element Includes 2 aspherical lenses Fixed: f/3.3 - 4.5 Maximum Aperture Focal Length 35 - 70 mm (equiv. to 35 mm camera) 5.6 - 11.1 mm (actual) Focus Fixed, 1.6 ft (0.5 m) to infinity Distance Close-up, 10 to 24 in. (25 to 60 cm) Accessory 30 mm external threads on lens lenses 37, 43 mm—adapter required Filters—adapter required Operating Temperature 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C) File formats Still JPEG—.jpg Video QUICKTIME— .
Chapter 11 Camera Specifications Power Batteries 2 Lithium, AA Lithium Battery KCRV3 2 Ni-MH, AA rechargeable Alkaline batteries not recommended Battery Pack, KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Camera Dock Battery Pack (rechargeable in Camera only Dock only) Battery Pack also available as an optional accessory Self Timer 10 seconds (still and video capture) Tripod socket .25 in. (.
Chapter 11 Camera Dock Specifications Dimensions Width/Depth/ Height (with insert) Weight Indicator light Input voltage Power DC input 5.9 in. /4.4 in. /1.7 in. (150 mm/112.5 mm/42.5 mm) 6.2 oz. (175 g) 2-color LED indicates operating/ charging 7 ±0.
Chapter 11 Using Your Batteries m Replacement Types—your camera can use the following battery types: – 2, 1.5 volt AA lithium batteries – 1, KODAK Lithium Battery KCRV3 * – 1, KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack, rechargeable in the Camera Dock * – 2, 1.2 volt AA Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, rechargeable * * These batteries can be purchased by visiting our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Chapter 11 Tips, Safety, Maintenance m Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” booklet packed with your camera. m Do not allow any chemicals, such as suntan lotion, to come into contact with the painted surface of the camera. 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 battery and Picture Card.
Chapter 11 Camera Accessories Get the most from your KODAK Digital Camera by adding just the right accessories. Expand your capture options. Increase your picture storage. Or extend your battery life. For a full range of KODAK accessories, see your Kodak retailer or visit our Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Chapter 11 Picture/Video Storage Capacities Picture Cards are available in many different sizes, or storage capacities. The table below indicates how many pictures or videos, using typical file sizes, can be stored on different size Picture Cards or in the camera’s internal memory. Picture and video file sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures or videos.
Chapter 11 DCIM folder—root level folder, contains the 100K3600 folder. Each time you turn on the camera or insert a different Picture Card, any empty folders within the DCIM folder are removed. 100K3600 subfolder—contains all the pictures or videos taken when a Picture Card is inserted in the camera and the storage location is set to Auto. File Naming Conventions The camera maintains separate and sequential numbering sequences for the internal memory and Picture Card. Pictures are named DCP_nnnn.
Chapter 11 File Naming Conventions in Internal Memory m The camera’s internal memory contains your stored pictures and videos, with no folders or subfolders. m When you format the internal memory, the numbering sequence restarts at DCP_0001. m When the internal memory contains a picture named DCP_9999, the next picture taken is named with the lowest unused number. For example, if the internal memory contains DCP_0002, DCP_0004, and DCP_9999, the next picture taken is named DCP_0003.
Chapter 11 Regulatory Information FCC Compliance and Advisory This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
Chapter 11 interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Obervation des normes-Class B—Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la Classe B prescrites dans les règlements sur le brouillage redioélectrique édictés par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
Index A about camera information 43 picture, video information 40 accessories 83 adjusting LCD brightness 41 picture quality 23 resolution 23, 28 video quality 28 video volume 32 audio/video cable 39 auto shutoff 6 automatic flash 21 powerdown 6 printing 36 autostart, software, disable 51 B batteries charging Battery Pack 58 checking power level 7 extending battery life 7, 81 guidelines 81 loading 3 loading Battery Pack 57 low or exhausted 7 replacement types 81 safety 82 tips 81 with Camera Dock 55 Batte
Index internal memory 14 maintenance 82 original factory settings 80 package contents 2 picture storage location 14 problems 65 safety 82 specifications 77 status icons 13 transferring pictures 49, 59 turning on and off 5 Camera Connection Software about 46 online help 53 transferring pictures 53 Camera Dock charging Battery Pack 58 docking camera 57 installing insert 56 package contents 55 power connection 56 specifications 79 transferring pictures 59 USB connection 56 using 55 Canadian compliance 87 cap,
Index D date imprinting on pictures 24 imprinting on videos 29 setting 6 DCIM folder, Picture Card 84 defaults, original settings 80 deleting from internal memory 33 from Picture Card 33 last picture 18 last video 26 protecting pictures from 34 digital pictures, using 1, 49 digital zoom 20 display brightness, adjusting 41 display problems 67 displaying slide show 38 dock insert 2, 56 docking camera 57 downloading pictures 49, 50, 53, 59 FCC compliance 87 file names in internal memory 86 on Picture Card 85
Index included with camera 2 information camera, viewing 43 picture, viewing 40 video, viewing 40 insert, dock 2, 56 installing batteries 3 Battery Pack 57 Picture Card 4 software 45 internal memory file name conventions 86 formatting 44 setting picture location 14 storage capacity 84 battery symbol 7 error messages 63 picture location icon 13 previewing pictures 19, 26 status bar 13 lens cap 5 lens, cleaning 82 light Camera Dock 72 self-timer, camera 22, 28 viewfinder, camera 5, 69 loading batteries 3 Bat
Index navigating 12 overview 8 review 10 reviewing pictures 10 setup 11 still 9 taking pictures 9 taking videos 8 video 8 MISC folder, Picture Card 84 mode dial overview iv review 10 settings and menus 8 setup 11 still 9 video 8 modes review 10 setup 11 still 9 video 8 monitor, requirements 47 N navigating menus 12 pictures, videos 31 NTSC, video out setting 42 O optical zoom 20 overview, camera menus 8 P package contents camera 2 Camera Dock 55 PAL, video out setting 42 photo paper, purchasing 83 Picture
Index pictures checking location 16 close-ups 19 copying 35 date imprint 24 deleting 33 editing 52 file naming 85 information, viewing 40 locating in memory 86 locating on computer 50 locating on Picture Card 85 magnifying 36 navigating 31 printing 54 protecting 34 quality, setting 23 reviewing 31 selecting for printing 36 storage capacity 84 storage location 14 taking 17 transferring manually 53 transferring to computer 49, 50, 59 using on computer 49, 52 playing a video 32 power Camera Dock 56, 58 94 che
Index for printing 36 magnify 36 menus 10 slide show 38 reviewing pictures and videos deleting 33 picture, video information 40 protecting 34 running slide show 38 S safety 82 selecting menus and options 12 self-timer still pictures 22 videos 27 service and support fax numbers 73 Kodak web site 73 telephone numbers 74 setting clock 6 date and time 6 flash 21 language 43 LCD brightness 41 mode dial menus 8 NTSC 42 PAL 42 picture location 14 picture quality 23 picture storage location 14 resolution 23, 28 s
Index KODAK Picture Transfer 46 QUICKTIME 46 specifications camera 77 Camera Dock 79 MACINTOSH system 47 WINDOWS-based system 47 status camera 13 picture storage location 16 screen icons 13 status bar 13 still mode dial 9 mode, using 17, 25 storage capacity, memory 84 System folder, Picture Card 84 system requirements MACINTOSH 47 WINDOWS 47 T taking pictures close-up 19 general 17 menu settings 9 taking videos close-up 27 general 25 96 menu settings 8 telephone support 74 telephoto zoom 20 television conn
Index Camera Dock 55 pictures on computer 49 V VCCI compliance 88 video out, setting 42 video, mode dial 8 videos adjust volume 32 checking location 16 close-ups 27 copying 35 date imprint 29 deleting 33 information, viewing 40 navigating 31 playing 32 protecting 34 quality, setting 28 reviewing 31 setting length 30 storage capacity 84 storage location 14 taking 25 transferring manually 53 transferring to computer 50 using on computer 52 viewfinder light camera on 5 status 69 viewing camera information 43
