KODAK PLAYFULL Waterproof Video Camera / Ze2 Extended user guide www.kodak.com For help with your camera: www.kodak.
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Product features Front view Lens Microphone www.kodak.
Product features Back view Settings button Record mode button Record/OK Review button Delete button Speaker Share button On bottom: • USB Arm • A/V ii www.kodak.
Product features Side view Power button Camera Reset button HDMI Slot for accessory SD/SDHC Card Strap post Resetting the camera www.kodak.
Understanding the status icons Video length Recording Recording Battery status icon appears for a few seconds after turning on camera Zoom indicator Playback Video/picture number Volume indicator Elapsed time iv www.kodak.
Table of contents 1 1 Setting up your camera .........................................................................1 Opening the USB/battery charging door......................................................... 1 Charging the non-removable battery ............................................................. 2 Turning on the camera .................................................................................. 3 Setting the language and date/time.....................................................
5 Appendix .............................................................................................17 Specifications.............................................................................................. 17 Safety ......................................................................................................... 18 Care and maintenance ................................................................................ 19 Limited warranty .......................................................
1 Setting up your camera Opening the USB/battery charging door The non-removable battery charges when the computer is on and awake; disable your computer’s hibernation, sleep, and standby modes. Charge the battery as often as you like—you can’t over-charge it—and always fully charge before using. 1 Unlock the door. 2 Open the door. www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Charging the non-removable battery Charging takes about two hours. 3 NOTE: When properly connected to your computer USB port, a.USB icon appears. 2 www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Turning on the camera Setting the language and date/time Language to change. OK to accept. Date/Time At the prompt, press OK. to change current field. for previous/next field. OK to accept. Change language and date/time later www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Inserting an accessory SD or SDHC Card Your camera has limited internal memory—perfect for a few practice videos/pictures. For the best experience, we strongly suggest purchasing a card (SDHC Class 4 or higher) to store more. (Maximum supported size: 32 GB.) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on may damage the video/pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera.
Setting up your camera Attaching the strap www.kodak.
2 The basics Recording videos, taking pictures When you turn on the camera, it’s ready to record. Change between picture and video recording modes. (In Review or in a menu, return to Liveview.) Zoom in/out. Start/stop recording. Turn on the Glare Shield (if enabled in the Settings menu) to improve LCD viewability. Changing recording modes To change recording modes, press to Liveview.) HD 720p (30 fps) .
The basics Reviewing videos/pictures 2 Previous/next video/picture. 1 Review Delete video/pictures. 3 Play/Pause. (Press and hold to Stop.) Adjust volume. While playing, fast-forward/ fast rewind. Deleting videos/pictures 2 Previous/next video/picture. 1 Review. 3 Delete. 4 Highlight Delete or OK, then press the OK button. www.kodak.
The basics Transferring, sharing online, editing 1 Connect the camera to the computer USB port. (It turns on automatically.) 2 If this is the first time you’ve connected to this computer, follow the prompts to install the KODAK Share Button App. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer and share videos. NOTE: It may be convenient to use a USB extension cable to connect the camera to the computer.
3 Advanced features Using the camera under water The camera does not float. Secure it to your wrist with the strap (see a floating accessory strap at www.kodak.com/go/accessories). To keep the camera waterproof, tightly close and latch all doors. Do not open doors in water or when hands are wet. Waterproof integrity may be compromised if the camera is dropped. For more information, see page 18.
Advanced features Viewing videos/pictures on a TV If you have an HD television, use an HDMI cable—and get the richest playback experience. (Cables sold separately.) HDMI Cable AV Cable NOTE: Set your TV input setting to HDMI or AV. 10 Set Video Output (NTSC/PAL) page 11 Power the camera by AC power (AC adapter sold separately) www.kodak.com/go/accessories Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/accessories www.kodak.
Advanced features Using the settings menu 1 Press the Settings button. 2 Press to select a setting. LCD Brightness & Glare Shield Turn on when viewing the LCD in bright conditions. (See page 6.) Underwater Mode Use when taking videos/pictures under water. Effects Normal Color, Sepia, B&W, High Saturation, or 70s Film Video Resolution HD 720P, WVGA Microphone Gain Adjust sensitivity of the internal microphone. Sounds Turn on/off sounds.
Advanced features Using the Settings menu in Review If you’re reviewing a video a picture you also get these choices and you press the Trim—See page 12. Settings Make Picture—See page 13. button Zoom and Pan—See page 13. Trimming a video Use the Trim Video feature to remove an unwanted video start and/or finish, leaving only the desired portion. 1 Press the Review button , then to find a video to trim. Optional: Play, then pause the video at the desired new start point. 2 Press the Settings button .
Advanced features Making a picture from a video You can choose a single frame from a video, then make it into a picture. (Size and quality depend on video resolution.) 1 Press the Review button , then extract a single video frame. to find a video from which you want to 2 Play, then pause the video at the desired frame. 3 Press the Settings button 4 Press . to choose Make Picture, then press OK. 5 Follow the prompts to save the picture.
4 Getting help Troubleshooting Problem Solution Low battery. Card or internal memory is nearly full. ■ Charge the battery (page 1). ■ Transfer videos/pictures to your computer (page 8), then Corrupt or unusable card. format (erase) the card in the camera (page 11) or card reader, or use another card (page 4). ■ For the best experience, we strongly suggest purchasing a Class 4 or higher SDHC Card. Unrecognized file. ■ Transfer videos/pictures to your computer (page 8). Camera will not turn off.
Getting help Problem Solution Videos do not play on a TV. ■ Verify that an HDMI or AV Cable is properly connected directly to the TV input (page 10). ■ Ensure that your TV settings are correct for an HDMI or AV connection. ■ Ensure that the Video Output is set correctly (page 11). Solve problems with ARCSOFT ■ Go to www.arcsoft.com/support. (For other applications, go to their support sites.) MEDIAIMPRESSION for KODAK Software.
Getting help Getting help on the Web Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting information, arrange for repairs, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/Ze2support Purchase camera accessories (lenses, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/Ze2downloads Register your camera Chat, e-mail, write, or phone Kodak (Chat not available in all languages) www.kodak.com/go/register Get information on ARCSOFT Software www.arcsoft.
5 Appendix Specifications Image Sensor—1/4-type CMOS, 1280 x 800 pixels Lens—3.3 mm, f/2.4 Zoom—2X digital LCD—5.08 cm (2.0 in.); 112K pixels (480 x 234) Image Storage—32 MB internal memory (approximately 18 MB available for image storage. 1 MB equals one million bytes); optional SD/SDHC Card (The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.) Maximum supported size: 32 GB SDHC. Focusing System—Fixed Focus Range—0.5 m (1.6 ft)–infinity (under water: 0.7 m [2.
Appendix Power—Built-in rechargeable Li-polymer battery, 450 mAh Waterproof —IEC 60529 IPX8 up to 3 m (9.8 ft) Dustproof— IEC 60529 IP6X Shockproof —MIL-STD-810f shock equivalent 1.5 m (5 ft) onto plywood IMPORTANT: The shock resistance and water resistance of this product are based on Kodak test results and do not constitute any guarantee that the product will perform, will not be damaged, or will not malfunction under such conditions.
Appendix Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions. ■ If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline. ■ Do not disassemble or expose batteries to liquid, moisture, fire, or extreme temperature. ■ In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product, contact Kodak customer support. ■ In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, wash immediately with water and contact your local health provider.
Appendix ■ For camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities. In the US, go to the Electronics Industry Alliance Web site at www.eiae.org or go to Kodak at www.kodak.com/go/support. After using the camera in water ■ When finished using under water, go to Step 1 and turn off Underwater Correction. ■ Wipe off water or debris. If the camera was used in chemically treated water or saltwater, rinse it in fresh water, then use a soft towel to dry it.
Appendix materials are warranted for the remaining warranty term of the original Product, or 90 days after the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer. Limitations This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak's control.
Appendix any minimum requirements imposed by law, even though defect, damage, or loss may be by negligence or other act. Regulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisory This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling/battery disposal In Europe: For human/environmental protection, it is your responsibility to dispose of this equipment and batteries at a collection facility established for this purpose (separate from municipal waste.) For more information, contact your retailer, collection facility, or appropriate local authorities; or go to www.kodak.com/go/recycle. Product weight: 85 g (3 oz) with memory card. VCCI Class B ITE Korean Class B ITE www.kodak.
Appendix Korean Li-ion Regulatory Russian GOST-R Eastman Kodak Company 24 www.kodak.
Appendix China RoHS 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 de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Australian C-Tick N137 MPEG-4 Use of this product in any manner that complies with the MPEG-4 visual standard is prohibited, except for use by a consumer engaging in personal and non-commercial activities. www.kodak.
1 Index A about this camera, 11 accessories, purchase, 16 B brightness, LCD, 11 button, reset, ii, iii C calendar, 11 card, loading, 4 care and maintenance, 19 cautions, 19 clock, setting, 3, 11 connecting strap, 5 to a computer, 8 to a TV, 10 D date & time, 11 date, initial setting, 3 delete pictures, videos, 7 disposal, recycling, 20 E edit video, 12 editing video using ArcSoft software, 8 effects, 11 erase pictures, videos, 7 extract picture from video, 13 26 F FF video, 7 filters, LCD glare, 6 format
Index microphone gain, 11 modes, recording, 6 O on/off, camera, 3 output, video, 11 P panning pictures, 13 pictures panning, 13 zooming, 13 playing a video, 7 playing on a TV, 10 R recording modes, 6 recycling, disposal, 20 removing card, 4 repair, 16 reset button, ii, iii reset settings, 11 resolving problems, 14 rewind video, 7 S SD/SDHC card loading, 4 set date & time, 11 language, 11 setting date and time, initial, 3 setting up the camera, 1 settings menu, 11 Share, 11 sharing online, 8 www.kodak.
Index volume, 7 W warranty, 20 Z zoom, 6 zooming pictures, 13 28 www.kodak.