Kodak EasyShare printer dock series 3 User’s Guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.
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Product features Front/top/side view 1 2 3 12 4 11 10 5 9 8 7 6 1 Battery charging lights/ Refresh button 7 8 2 3 4 Color cartridge light Transfer button/light Left/Right control 9 Picture Size lights , , , 10 USB device connector (for optional Kodak card reader or PictBridge compatible device) 5 6 Paper tray Print button/light 11 Paper light 12 Camera connector www.kodak.
Product features Back/top/side view 1 6 ii 5 4 3 2 1 Power connector (DC-in) 4 Slot for paper path 2 USB connector (to computer) 5 Color cartridge (installed as shown) 3 Cooling vents 6 Cartridge door www.kodak.
Table of contents 1 1 Getting started ......................................................................................1 Finding a location for your printer dock.......................................................... 1 Installing the custom camera insert................................................................ 2 Connecting the power................................................................................... 3 Handling and storing the color cartridge ..................................
Table of contents 5 Using the printer dock with a computer ..............................................23 Connecting to a computer ........................................................................... 23 Transferring pictures from your digital camera.............................................. 24 Transferring pictures from a Kodak card reader ............................................ 25 Printing from a computer.............................................................................
1 Getting started Finding a location for your printer dock ■ Place the printer dock on a flat, clean, dust-free surface, in a dry location, and out of direct sunlight. 5 in. (12.7 cm) ■ Allow at least 5 in. (12.7 cm) clearance from the back of the printer dock for paper travel. ■ For proper ventilation, make sure the top and back of the printer dock are not blocked. ■ When connecting power or USB cables, keep the cables clear of the paper path to the front and rear of the printer dock.
Getting started Installing the custom camera insert IMPORTANT: Use the custom insert that came with your digital camera to dock the camera, otherwise the camera may not fit on the printer dock. Locate and install the custom insert included with your camera. IMPORTANT: Depending on your camera connector, you may also need to use the Kodak dock adapter D-26. See the instructions included with the dock adapter. a Remove any packing material covering the connector.
Getting started Connecting the power RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Use only the AC power adapter included with your printer dock. Other adapters or cords can damage your camera, printer dock, or computer. 1 Remove the camera from the printer dock. 2 Connect the AC power cord to the AC power adapter, then to the back of the printer dock. NOTE: The AC power cord included with your printer dock may not require assembly, and may be different from the one shown. 3 Connect the AC power cord into a power outlet.
Getting started Installing and removing the color cartridge 1 Open the cartridge door on the side of the printer dock. 2 Check to make sure there is no slack in the color cartridge ribbon. To remove slack, push in on the cartridge spool, then rotate the spool clockwise. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to rotate the spool more than necessary. Doing so could reduce the number of prints you are able to make. 3 Slide the color cartridge in, label side up, with the arrow pointing toward the printer dock.
Getting started ■ When the cartridge is almost empty, the Color cartridge light blinks slowly for several seconds. ■ When the cartridge is depleted, the Color cartridge light glows steady amber. After installing a new color cartridge, press the Print button to clear the cartridge error and resume printing. Handling and storing the paper ■ ■ To avoid fingerprints, handle the paper by the edges or by the perforated tabs. Do not touch the glossy side of the paper.
Getting started Loading the paper 1 Remove the paper tray from the printer dock if installed (see page 7). 2 Slide the paper tray cover back until it "clicks" into place, about 1.25 in. (3 cm), then lift up on the end of the paper tray cover. IMPORTANT: Do not load more than 25 sheets of paper. Use the upper limit line inside the paper tray as a guide to prevent overloading. Do not load paper that is missing perforated tabs. To avoid fingerprints, do not touch the glossy side of the paper.
Getting started Installing and removing the paper tray 1 Open the paper tray door on the printer dock. 2 Slide the paper tray cover back until it "clicks" into place, about 1.25 in. (3 cm). 3 Slide the paper tray in the printer tray slot until the tray locks into place. IMPORTANT: To ensure the paper tray fits squarely on the printer dock, make sure to keep the paper tray cover all the way open while installing. Pull the paper tray out to remove it.
2 Setting up your digital camera Choosing the right camera battery for your EasyShare camera CAUTION: Damage caused by unauthorized accessories is not covered under warranty. If your EasyShare digital camera came with non-rechargeable batteries: Lithium 3 V, CRV3 OR If your EasyShare digital camera came with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery: 2 AA, 1.5 V install it in your camera.
Setting up your digital camera Extending battery life ■ Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power: – Reviewing your pictures on the camera screen – Using the camera screen as a viewfinder – Excessive use of the flash ■ Dirt on the battery contacts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth before loading batteries in the camera. ■ Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41° F (5° C).
Setting up your digital camera Docking and charging your digital camera Docking your digital camera lets you make prints directly from the camera, transfer pictures from the camera to the computer, and charge the camera battery. The Kodak EasyShare printer dock series 3 is ImageLink print system compatible. So in addition to docking Kodak EasyShare digital cameras, you can dock other brands of ImageLink system compatible digital cameras.
Setting up your digital camera Refreshing the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack NOTE: The battery refresh feature is intended for use with the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack only. Li-Ion batteries do not require refreshing. For battery information for other brands of ImageLink system compatible cameras, see the camera user’s guide.
Setting up your digital camera Setting the picture quality Before taking pictures, change the picture quality setting (or resolution) on your digital camera to 3:2 . This ensures that the pictures you take are proportional to the printer dock paper, preventing unwanted cropping of your pictures. See your camera user’s guide for more information. Tagging pictures for printing NOTE: The following procedure pertains to Kodak EasyShare digital cameras.
3 Printing without a computer IMPORTANT: Wait until printing is complete before removing paper, the paper tray, or the camera. Failure to do so can cause paper misfeeds or jams. Printing from your digital camera 1 Take a picture with your camera (see your camera user’s guide). 2 Place the camera on the printer dock (see page 10). The current or most recent picture appears on the camera screen. ■ To print the current picture, press the Print button, .
Printing without a computer Printing from a Kodak card reader The Kodak EasyShare printer dock series 3 is compatible with the Kodak 8-in-1 card reader and the Kodak 6-in-1 card reader (each sold separately). Other Kodak USB card readers may work with the printer dock; however, other manufacturers’ card readers are not supported. 1 For best results, tag pictures on your memory card for printing (see page 12 or your camera user’s guide).
Printing without a computer Printing tagged pictures If your camera or memory card contains pictures tagged for printing (see page 12 or your camera user’s guide), the printer dock gives you the option to print tagged pictures first. If your camera is docked, a message appears on the camera screen indicating that tagged pictures have been found: ■ ■ To print tagged pictures—press . The Print light blinks, printing starts, and tagged pictures are printed.
Printing without a computer Changing the printed picture size 1 Follow the procedure for printing from your digital camera (see page 13), Kodak card reader (see page 14), or PictBridge compatible device (see page 15). 2 Before printing, while making selections or changing settings, press the Picture Size button repeatedly to scroll through and select a picture size. Picture Size setting Number and size of prints per sheet 1 up (full photo) One 4 x 6 in.
Printing without a computer NOTE: When printing from a PictBridge compatible device (see page 15), picture size and number of copies are determined by the device’s multi-up and copies settings. Change these settings on your device before printing. If the picture size option selected on your device does not match any of the picture size options on the printer dock, the closest available picture size option on the printer dock is automatically selected.
Printing without a computer Printing duplicate pictures on the same sheet Method 1: by setting it up on your digital camera 1 Tag the pictures you want to print on your digital camera (see page 12). For each picture, choose the number of copies you would like to print. 2 Place the camera on the printer dock, or insert the memory card into a connected Kodak 8-in-1 or 6-in-1 card reader (sold separately).
Printing without a computer Canceling printing Press and hold for 2 seconds. The print job is canceled and ejected from the printer dock. If you cancel a print during the fourth pass (clear coat), the print is ejected upon completion. NOTE: Using the Print button to cancel a print job only works when printing from a docked camera. ■ Removing the perforated tabs from the paper IMPORTANT: Remove perforated tabs only after printing. Paper missing perforated tabs will not feed properly.
4 Installing software Minimum system requirements Windows OS-based computers Macintosh computers ■ Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000 SP1, or ■ Power Mac G3, G4, G5, G4 Cube, iMac; ■ ■ Mac OS 10.2 or higher ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ XP OS Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher 233 MHz processor or greater 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) PowerBook G3, G4; or iBook computers ■ Safari 1.
Installing software 3 Load the software: Windows OS-based computer—if 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. Select Complete to automatically install the most commonly used applications. Select Custom to choose the applications you wish to install.
Installing software Uninstalling the software If you wish to remove the printer driver or EasyShare software from your computer, use the following procedure: Windows OS-based computer: 1 Open the Control Panel: From the Start menu, select Settings, then select Control Panel. (On Windows XP operating systems, depending on your configuration, Control Panel may be found in the Start menu.) 2 Double-click Add/Remove Programs. 3 Select Kodak EasyShare software, then click Remove.
5 Using the printer dock with a computer Connecting to a computer IMPORTANT: Make sure your camera is NOT docked when you connect the printer dock to the computer. 1 Make sure Kodak EasyShare software is installed on the computer (see page 20). 2 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable (included) into the labeled USB port on your computer. See your computer documentation for details. 3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the square USB connector on the back of the printer dock. www.kodak.
Using the printer dock with a computer Transferring pictures from your digital camera 1 Make sure Kodak EasyShare software is installed (see page 20) and the printer dock is connected to your computer (see page 23). 2 If you have the optional USB card reader, disconnect it from the printer dock. 3 Place the camera on the printer dock (see page 10). 4 Press the Transfer button, , on the printer dock. Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer (if it is installed).
Using the printer dock with a computer Transferring pictures from a Kodak card reader The Kodak EasyShare printer dock series 3 is compatible with the Kodak 8-in-1 card reader and the Kodak 6-in-1 card reader (each sold separately). Other Kodak USB card readers may work with the printer dock; however, other manufacturers’ card readers are not supported. 1 Make sure Kodak EasyShare software is installed (see page 20) and the printer dock is connected to your computer (see page 23).
Using the printer dock with a computer Printing from a computer We recommend using Kodak EasyShare software (included) for printing. This software lets you take advantage of a wide range of features, including full color enhancement, red-eye reduction, picture organization, and much more. If there are no pictures on your computer, use the printer dock to transfer pictures from your camera or memory card before printing (see page 24).
Using the printer dock with a computer Printing tagged pictures from your computer 1 Make sure Kodak EasyShare software is installed (see page 20) and the printer dock is connected to your computer (see page 23). 2 Transfer the tagged pictures to your computer (see page 24). 3 Follow steps 4 through 6 above. Printing using other applications 1 Make sure the printer driver is installed (see page 20), and the printer dock is connected to your computer (see page 23).
Using the printer dock with a computer Choosing a color mode Kodak’s color mode feature uses automatic color correction feature to help you make great-looking prints in no time. The Kodak EasyShare printer dock series 3 features three color mode options: Enhanced—to get richer, more vivid colors. Natural—to get great, natural color for everyday picture-making. None—to disable automatic color correction.
Using the printer dock with a computer Mac OS X: 1 Make sure the printer dock is selected as the current printer. 2 From an application File menu, select Print. 3 Select Color Control from the Copies & Pages pop-up menu. 4 Select Kodak color. 5 Select a color mode option. Canceling printing Windows OS-based computer: 1 Double-click the printer icon in the system tray. 2 Click the print job you want to cancel. 3 Select Document, then select Cancel.
6 Care and maintenance General care IMPORTANT: Always disconnect the power before cleaning. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the printer dock or any of its parts. ■ To clean, wipe the outside of the printer dock with a clean, dry cloth. ■ Support the printer dock and tray by placing it on a flat, level surface. Do not block the cooling vents. ■ Avoid blocking the back of the printer dock and paper tray exit. ■ Keep power and USB cables away from the paper path.
Care and maintenance Cleaning the paper feed roller To prevent misfeeds and to make sure your pictures look their best, we recommend that you keep the paper feed roller clean. Inspect the roller weekly for debris particles, and clean if necessary. IMPORTANT: Unplug the power before cleaning the paper feed roller. 1 Unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet. 2 Remove the paper tray from the printer dock, and leave the paper tray door open. 3 Lightly moisten a lint-free cloth with water.
Care and maintenance Traveling with your printer dock IMPORTANT: When traveling, keep the printer dock, accessories, and supplies away from direct sunlight and out of high-temperature environments (such as a vehicle parked in the sun). Consider purchasing the AC power cord for the region to which you are traveling. 1 Disconnect the power and remove all cables. 2 Remove the paper tray from the printer dock; close the paper tray cover and the paper tray door on the printer dock.
7 Troubleshooting When you have questions about your printer dock, start here. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the Kodak EasyShare software CD. For updates to Troubleshooting information, visit www.kodak.com/go/printerdocks. Printing problems If... Try the following Paper does not IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge & paper kits for your printer dock. Do not use inkjet paper. feed (Paper light may ■ The paper tray may be empty.
Troubleshooting If... Try the following IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge & paper kits for your Printer is printer dock. Do not use inkjet paper. jammed (Paper and/or ■ If the Paper light is blinking quickly: cartridge lights 1 Remove the paper tray (page 7). may blink quickly) 2 Disconnect the power from the printer dock for 5 seconds, then reconnect the power. Carefully remove the paper if it does not automatically eject.
Troubleshooting If... Try the following Printing stops IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge & paper kits for your printer dock. Do not use inkjet paper. during mid-print (paper stops ■ Check the paper: feeding, and 1 Remove the paper tray (page 7). Paper light may blink) 2 Check the paper slot on the back of the printer dock. 3 Remove loose paper from the printer dock. If paper is jammed, see page 34. 4 Inspect the paper supply: make sure removable tabs have not been detached from the paper.
Troubleshooting If... Try the following Print is too light IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge & paper kits for your printer dock. Do not use inkjet paper. ■ Make sure the paper is loaded with the Kodak logo facing down. Reload if necessary (page 6). ■ Try re-taking the picture with the flash off. See your camera user’s guide for details. ■ Adjust the exposure compensation on your camera, and try re-taking the picture. See your camera user’s guide for details.
Troubleshooting If... Try the following Nothing happens when you try to print ■ Check the power connections (page 3). ■ Remove the paper tray, check that paper is properly loaded, and re-install (page 7). ■ If the Paper light glows steady amber, load paper (page 6). ■ Make sure the color cartridge is properly installed (page 4). If the Color cartridge light is on, install a new cartridge. Nothing happens when you try to print (from docked camera) ■ The camera is not properly seated on the connector.
Troubleshooting If... Try the following Nothing ■ Check the USB connections from the printer dock to the computer (page 23). happens when you try to print ■ The computer may be transferring pictures. Wait a few seconds, then try to again. (from computer) ■ Access the printer menu for your system. Remove check marks next to Pause Printing and Offline, if checked. ■ Close unnecessary software applications. Disconnect then reconnect the USB cable from the printer dock to the computer (page 23).
Troubleshooting If... Try the following IMPORTANT: The color cartridge may lock in place if there is a paper Unable to error. Do not attempt to remove the cartridge without remove color cartridge (paper first clearing the paper error. Make sure the Paper light is light may glow off before attempting to remove the cartridge (see Paper steady amber or light under Printer dock status lights, page 41). blink) ■ Check to see if the paper tray is empty or if paper is missing perforated tabs.
Troubleshooting Transfer/communication problems If... Try one or more of the following , on the printer dock. Nothing happens ■ Press the Transfer button, when you try to ■ Check the power and USB connections from the printer dock to the transfer pictures to computer (page 23). the computer ■ If you are trying to transfer pictures from a docked camera, make sure to disconnect the optional USB card reader first (page 24). ■ The camera is not properly seated on connector.
Troubleshooting Printer dock status lights Color cartridge light Light status Cause Action/solution IMPORTANT: The color cartridge may lock in place if there is a paper error. Do not attempt to remove the cartridge without first clearing the paper error. Make sure the Paper light is off before attempting to remove the cartridge (see Paper light). Light is off The color cartridge is properly installed and is working normally. None required.
Troubleshooting Paper light Light status Cause Action/solution IMPORTANT: The color cartridge may lock in place if there is a paper error. Do not attempt to remove the cartridge without first clearing the paper error. Make sure the Paper light is off before attempting to remove the cartridge. Light is off The paper tray is properly installed and has an ample supply of paper. None required. Light blinks amber There is a paper jam. Clear the jam (page 34), then press .
Troubleshooting Battery charging lights Light status Cause Action/solution All lights are off The camera may not be properly seated on connector. Reseat the camera on the printer dock (page 10). The camera is turned on. Turn off the camera. An unrecognized battery type is installed, or camera does not support charging. Install a Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack or Kodak EasyShare Li-Ion rechargeable battery (page 8). See your camera user’s guide for other charging options.
Troubleshooting Print button/light Light status Cause Action/solution Light glows steady green The printer dock is ready for printing. None required. Light blinks green The printer dock is printing. Light is off There are no pictures in the camera or on the card. None required. To enable Print: 1 Take pictures. The camera is not docked or a compatible Kodak card reader is 2 Dock the camera, or connect a not connected. compatible Kodak card reader (page 14).
Troubleshooting Picture Size lights Light status Cause Action/solution One light glows steady green The indicated picture size is available and selected. None required. To change picture size, press the Picture Size button repeatedly. All lights are off There are no pictures in the camera, To enable the picture size on the card, or on the PictBridge option: compatible device. 1 Take pictures.
Troubleshooting Transfer button/light Light status Cause Action/solution Light glows steady green The printer dock is ready for transferring pictures. None required. Light blinks green Pictures are being transferred None required. to the computer. After transferring pictures, the transfer light continues to blink green until either the Transfer button is pressed again or the connection is no longer available. Light is off There are no pictures in the camera or on the memory card. None required.
8 Getting help Helpful links Printer dock Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting information, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/printerdocks Purchase full range of digital camera and www.kodak.com/go/accessories dock accessories. Download latest printer dock software, www.kodak.com/go/printerdockdownlo firmware and drivers ads See online tutorials www.kodak.com/go/howto Software Get information on EasyShare software www.kodak.
Getting help Telephone customer support If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or printer dock, you may speak with a customer support representative. Before you call, have the camera or dock connected to your computer.
9 Appendix Printer dock specifications For more specifications, visit www.kodak.com/go/printerdocks.
Appendix Important safety instructions Using this product ■ Read and follow these instructions before using Kodak products. Always follow basic safety procedures. ■ The use of an accessory attachment that is not recommended by Kodak, such as an AC adapter, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. 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.
Appendix ■ 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 of different chemistry types, grades, or brands. Failure to observe this precaution may cause leakage. ■ Remove batteries when the product is stored for an extended period of time.
Appendix ■ Connect a tripod directly to the camera; do not connect a tripod to the camera dock or printer dock. ■ Service agreements are available in some countries. Contact a dealer of Kodak products for more information. ■ The printer dock and the AC power adapter contain a small amount of lead in the circuit board. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
Appendix 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 digital camera or accessory sales receipt. (Always keep the original for your records.
Appendix Your rights Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states or jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or by jurisdiction.
Appendix If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1) reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; 2) increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver; 3) connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected; 4) consult the dealer or an experien
Index A AC power adapter & cord, connecting, 3 accessories & supplies, ordering, 47 B battery charging, 10 charging lights, i, 10, 11, 43 extending life, 9, 11 loading, 8 refreshing Ni-MH battery pack, 11 safety and handling, 50 types, 8 button left/right control, i picture size, i print, i refresh, i transfer, i C cable AC power adapter & cord, 3 USB, 14, 15, 23, 25 camera battery, loading, 8 connector, i docking and charging, 10 preparing for use with printer dock, 8 printing from, 13 56 1 setting pictur
Index connecting Kodak card reader, 14, 25 PictBridge compatible device, 15 power, 3 connector camera, i power (DC-in), ii, 3 USB (from device), i, 14, 15, 25 USB (to computer), ii, 23 cooling vents, ii copies, selecting number of, 12, 13, 16 customer support, 48 D DC-in, power connector, ii, 3 disposal and recycling of batteries, 50 of printer dock, 51 docking and charging the camera, 10 door cartridge, ii, 4 paper tray, i, 7 E EasyShare software.
Index L layout. See picture size left/right control, i lights battery charging, i, 11, 43 color cartridge, i, 41 paper, i, 42 picture size, i, 45 print, i, 44, 46 status, 41 transfer, i M Macintosh OS installing software on, 20 system requirements, 20 uninstalling software, 22 maintenance general, 30 handling, storing cartridge, 3 handling, storing paper, 5 paper feed roller, 31 tips, 51 multi-up.
Index power AC adapter & cord, 3 connecting, 3 connector (DC-in), ii, 3 print button/light, i, 44 print order bypassing, 15 creating on camera (tagging pictures), 12 printing, 15 printer driver installing, 20 updating, 47, 51 printing canceling, 19, 29 from a computer, 26 from applications, 27 from docked camera, 13 from Kodak card reader, 14 from PictBridge compatible device, 15 print order, 15 problems, 33 tagged pictures from computer, 27 tagging pictures for, 12 with Kodak EasyShare software, 26 Q qual
Index T tagging pictures for printing, 12 telephone support, 48 transfer button/light, i, 46 transferring pictures from camera to computer, 24 from Kodak card reader, 25 problems, 40 traveling with printer dock, 32 tray, paper.
