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Tips and Troubleshooting

There may be times when questions arise from using your KODAK DC3400 
Digital Camera. This chapter can point you in the right direction for finding the 
answers quickly, so you can continue using your camera. This chapter provides 
the following information:

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Connecting with your camera

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Communicating with the computer

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Adjusting your monitor

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Printer tips

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Troubleshooting tips

Summary of Contents for DC3400 - DC Digital Camera

Page 1: ...tail color and sharpness Transfer your pictures to a computer for instant editing enhancement and placement into your document E mail your pictures to friends family and business associates anywhere in the world Print high quality pictures at home using KODAK Inkjet media and the Kodak Personal Picture Maker Take your KODAK Picture Card to a KODAK Picture Maker System and create photo quality enla...

Page 2: ...Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester N Y 14650 Eastman Kodak Company 2000 Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company P N 6B4803 ...

Page 3: ...Camera Memory Card 7 Setting the Clock on Your Camera 8 Adjusting the LCD Brightness 9 Previewing a Picture Before it is Taken 12 Pressing the Shutter Button 14 Zooming in on Your Subject 15 Zooming in Even Closer 16 Viewing the Picture Just Taken 17 Setting a Quickview for Each Picture 18 Setting the Flash 19 Photographing Distant Subjects 21 Photographing Close Ups 22 Putting Yourself in the Pic...

Page 4: ...e for Indoor Pictures 38 Choosing a Metering System 40 Selecting the ISO Setting 42 Sharpening and Softening a Picture 44 Locking in an Exposure Setting 46 Viewing Your Pictures 50 Magnifying Your Pictures 52 Selecting Pictures for Printing 53 Cancelling Pictures for Printing 55 Protecting Your Pictures 56 Deleting One or All of Your Pictures 57 Running a Slide Show on Your Television 59 Viewing I...

Page 5: ...Default 78 Setting an Exposure Compensation Default 80 Setting an Effect Default 82 Setting an Auto ISO Default 84 Windows Based System Requirements 88 Macintosh System Requirements 88 KODAK Software for Windows Based Computers 89 Software Overview 90 KODAK Software for Macintosh Computers 91 Software Overview 92 Installing the Software 93 Using a Serial Cable Connection 96 Connecting to a Windows...

Page 6: ... Transfer Application 103 Opening Digital Access Software Plug In Acquire 103 Opening Border Transfer Software 103 Navigating to Your Pictures 104 Connecting with Your Camera 108 Communicating with the Computer 108 Adjusting Your Monitor for Better Viewing 108 Getting Better Results from Your Printer 109 Troubleshooting 110 Software Help 119 Online Services 119 Faxed Information 120 Customer Suppo...

Page 7: ...e 123 Limitations 124 Your Rights Under State Law 125 Outside the United States 125 Regulatory Information 125 FCC Compliance and Advisory 125 Canadian DOC Statement 126 Original Camera Default Settings 130 Camera Specifications 131 General Maintenance and Safety 133 Using Your Batteries 135 ...

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Page 9: ...K DC3400 Zoom Digital Camera buttons and parts This chapter covers the following information Preparing to take pictures Loading the batteries Turning the camera on and off Checking the batteries Using an AC adapter Handling a memory card Setting the clock Adjusting the LCD brightness ...

Page 10: ...or power and insert a KODAK Picture Card camera memory card into the camera General Tips for Better Pictures Keep your camera ready Get Close Keep people busy Use a simple background Place the subject offcenter Include foreground in scenics Look for good lighting Hold your camera steady Use your flash Visit www kodak com and click Taking Better Pictures ...

Page 11: ...OWER switch located on the back of the camera 1 Place your thumb on the battery door 2 Slide the battery door away from the camera 3 Insert the batteries as indicated on the battery cover 4 Close and lock the battery door Make sure that no dirt is present when you close the door To turn on the camera slide the POWER switch to the right The Status Display on top of the camera turns on To turn off t...

Page 12: ...iew or Camera Settings The battery status symbol is not visible if you set the camera to Connect 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Check the battery status symbol on the Status Display Full No Icon indicates that batteries are charged and ready to use Low indicates batteries are not fully charged and will soon need to be replaced or recharged Exhausted blinking indicate...

Page 13: ...es ask your dealer of KODAK products 1 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn off the camera 2 Open the AC adapter port door on the side of the camera 3 Plug the appropriate end of the AC adapter into the port on the camera 4 Plug the AC adapter into the power outlet Depending on where you live some AC adapters are supplied with power plugs that are not attached If you have that type of adapt...

Page 14: ...om dealers of KODAK products 1 Open the camera memory card door on the side of the camera 2 Insert the camera memory card into the slot with the connecting end of the card facing the camera and the lip on the card facing toward the front of the camera CAUTION The camera memory card can only be inserted one way into the camera Forcing the card in the wrong way may damage your camera 3 Push the came...

Page 15: ... pictures or camera Use only certified camera memory cards that carry the CompactFlash logo 1 Open the door on the side of the camera 2 Slide the EJECT button in the direction of the arrow to eject the camera memory card You may need to tilt the camera in order for the card to slide out 3 Remove the card and close the door Make sure that no dirt is present when you close the door ...

Page 16: ...the camera for an extended period of time or the batteries become exhausted you may need to reset the clock 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 4 Press the DO IT button The Date Time screen appears 5 Press a buttons to adjust the date and time fields 6 Pre...

Page 17: ...de dial to any setting you want as long as there is an image in the LCD screen to adjust the brightness level 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears 3 Use the dial on the bottom of the camera to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to the brightness level you want MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

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Page 19: ...Automatically lock the focus on the subject when you press the SHUTTER button View the picture you just took Vary the flash settings to give you control over the type of flash needed for specific conditions Adjust the camera to take landscapes Infinity Focus and close ups as well as set the Date Stamp feature and Self Timer all available with the touch of a button Preview the picture before it is ...

Page 20: ...and Border features If you want to take pictures in black and white or sepia tone or highlight text Preview can help you make that decision With Preview batteries are quickly drained so use a KODAK specified AC adapter whenever possible 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the DO IT button A live image with the icons of activated camera...

Page 21: ...ation icon appears in the LCD and Status Display if you adjusted the camera exposure See page 28 for details Exposure Lock icon appears in the LCD if you locked the exposure See page 46 for details Borders selected border appears over the picture on the LCD See page 30 for details Date Stamp icon appears in the LCD if you turned on the date stamp See page 24 for details 4 To turn off Preview press...

Page 22: ...e and the green ready light comes on when the camera is set to take a picture If the green ready light blinks the auto focus is not focused on the subject Release the SHUTTER button and recompose your picture Press the SHUTTER button half way down again to relock the auto focus on the subject If the red flash indicator light blinks the flash is not fully charged Wait for the flash to charge before...

Page 23: ...of the surrounding area in pictures to TelePhoto which brings the subject in closer 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the ZOOM control When you look through the viewfinder the subject appears closer or farther away as you press the ZOOM button ...

Page 24: ...r even closer 1 Press the DO IT button to turn on Preview if it is not already activated The LCD turns on with a live image 2 Frame your subject using the LCD 3 Press the ZOOM button until it is at the farthest telephoto position 4 Release and press the ZOOM button in the same direction again to activate digital zoom The camera beeps as the digital zoom icon appears on the LCD ...

Page 25: ...HUTTER button to take a picture 4 Press the button The picture just taken appears in the LCD for several seconds with the delete icon above the button If you want to view the picture again press the button 5 To delete the picture press the button The Delete Picture screen appears on the LCD 6 Press a button until YES is highlighted 7 Press the DO IT button The picture is permanently deleted from t...

Page 26: ...the DO IT button The Quickview screen appears on the LCD The current setting is checked 9 6 Press a button until ON is highlighted 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears The image appears for several seconds on the LCD in color unless you have turned on an effect such as black and white or sepia tone in which case the effect is applied to the displayed image See page 32 for detail...

Page 27: ...f you are taking pictures of people indoors or at night you can help reduce the likelihood of red eye by using the Red Eye setting When your subject is outdoors under heavy shadows you can eliminate those shadows by using the Fill flash In situations where the use of flash is prohibited as in museums you can turn off the flash 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to...

Page 28: ...e flash automatically when needed The camera determines when there is not enough light Off turns off the flash Fill fires the flash every time you take a picture Red Eye fires the flash once before the picture is taken then fires again when the picture is taken 4 To return to the Auto setting press the FLASH button or turn off the camera ...

Page 29: ...1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the INFINITY FOCUS CLOSE UP button once The Infinity Focus icon appears in the Status Display If you press the button twice the close up feature is activated 4 Frame your subject in the viewfinder and press the SHUTTER button to take the picture 5 To turn off Infinity Focus press the INFINITY FOCUS C...

Page 30: ... automatically activated For information on Preview see page 12 When you use the Close Up feature the zoom capabilities on the camera are disabled 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the INFINITY FOCUS CLOSE UP button twice The Close Up icon appears in the Status Display and the LCD Preview feature shows a live image 4 Frame your subje...

Page 31: ... Press the SELF TIMER button The Self timer icon appears in the Status Display If you want to cancel self timer before the picture is taken press the SELF TIMER button again or turn off the camera 4 Place the camera on a flat steady surface or tripod 5 Frame your subject in the viewfinder and press the SHUTTER button The red Self Timer light on the front of the camera turns on and stays lit for 8 ...

Page 32: ...time you need to set the camera clock See page 8 for details Once a picture is taken with the date stamp the date stamp cannot be removed 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the MENU button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 5 Press the DO IT button The Date Stamp screen appears on th...

Page 33: ...a picture the date or date and time is recorded in the lower right hand corner of the picture The Date Stamp icon appears on the LCD screen if Quickview page 18 or Preview page 12 is turned on 8 To turn off Date Stamp press a button until OFF is highlighted then press the DO IT button ...

Page 34: ... Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Turn on Quickview page 18 4 Frame your subject in the viewfinder and press the SHUTTER button The picture appears on the LCD with the icon displayed above the button 5 Press the button The LCD displays the Delete Picture screen 6 Press a button until YES is highlighted 7 Press the DO IT button The picture is perman...

Page 35: ... your pictures with interesting borders supplied on the camera memory card and software CD Capture pictures in color black and white sepia tone or highlight text in documents Adjust the ISO sensitivity for low light photography without flash Select specific picture quality and resolution settings to meet your demanding picture taking needs Set white balancing options so you get great color reprodu...

Page 36: ...g are called Exposure Compensation 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 5 Press the DO IT button The Exposure Compensation screen appears on the LCD 6 Press a button to change the exposure number MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTUR...

Page 37: ... allowed into the camera A decrease of 1 0 reduces the amount of light by half 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears and the Exposure Compensation icon appears in the Status Display 8 To cancel Exposure Compensation press a button until 0 0 is highlighted then press the DO IT button or turn off the camera and the setting defaults to 0 0 It is possible to select an exposure settin...

Page 38: ...luded on the camera memory card you can create and add your own borders or logos For more information refer to the KODAK DC3400 Border Transfer Application online help or the ReadMe file Once the picture is taken the border cannot be removed 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD 4 P...

Page 39: ... want is highlighted 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears 8 To cancel Border press a button until No Border is highlighted then press the DO IT button It is possible to select a specific border as the default See page 75 for details ...

Page 40: ...y turns on so that you can see if the effect selected works well with your subject If you like the effect go ahead and take the picture If you do not like the effect select a different one before taking the picture Once the picture is taken with the effect the effect cannot be removed 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button...

Page 41: ...one takes a picture with a reddish brown cast Document takes a picture with added contrast so text stands out No Effect takes a color picture 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears 8 To cancel Effect press a button until No Effect is highlighted then press the DO IT button or turn off the camera It is possible to select a special effect as the default See page 82 for details ...

Page 42: ...ou need to store a large number of pictures on the camera memory card or are going to e mail or use the pictures online use the Good setting 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 5 Press the DO IT button The LCD displays the Quality scr...

Page 43: ...ay pictures Good use for online or for e mailing pictures 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears as the Quality icon for the setting you selected appears in the Status Display You can switch freely between these three settings when taking pictures ...

Page 44: ...etting With this setting more information is captured but fewer pictures fit on the camera memory card 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 5 Press the DO IT button The Resolution screen appears on the LCD The current setting is checke...

Page 45: ...ixels Standard use this setting when you are going to e mail or use the pictures online Picture size is 896 x 592 pixels 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears as the Resolution icon appears in the Status Display You can switch freely between these two settings when taking pictures ...

Page 46: ...g for everyday pictures Use the Daylight Fluorescent or Tungsten setting for taking pictures under these lighting conditions without flash 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 5 Press the DO IT button The White Balance screen appears o...

Page 47: ... the green cast of fluorescent lighting Tungsten corrects for the orange cast of tungsten light bulbs 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears as the White Balance icon you selected appears in the Status Display Your camera automatically resets to Auto when the camera is turned off To change the defaults see page 78 ...

Page 48: ...rn setting This setting is great for everyday pictures If you want to emphasize the center of your picture such as a person s face while at the same time de emphasizing the background use the Center Weighted setting 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAM...

Page 49: ...on you want is highlighted Multi Pattern evaluates the lighting conditions of the entire picture Center Weighted evaluates the lighting conditions of the subject centered in the viewfinder and sets the overall exposure setting for the picture based on the center of the subject 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears You can switch freely between the two settings when taking picture...

Page 50: ...ictures caused by camera movement With this feature the shutter speed is automatically increased to make the camera more responsive while maintaining proper exposure for the picture 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 51: ...camera selects the optimal shutter speed for pictures Ideal for everyday picture taking ON camera increases the shutter speed when flash is turned off Ideal for indoor pictures in less than optimal lighting 7 Press the DO IT button 8 To cancel Auto ISO press a button until OFF is highlighted then press the DO IT button or turn off the camera It is possible to change the ISO default setting see pag...

Page 52: ...t or crop the image If you want to blend the image into a background use the Soft setting to de emphasize the edges For everyday picture taking keep the Sharpness feature set to Standard The Sharp or Soft settings may increase or decrease the clarity in pictures 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen a...

Page 53: ... button until the Sharpness option you want is highlighted Sharp highlights the edges in your picture so the edges stand out Standard makes no change to the edges in your picture Soft blurs the edges in your picture so the edges blend in 7 Press the DO IT button The main Menu screen reappears You can switch freely among the three settings when taking pictures ...

Page 54: ...the Exposure Lock feature This feature is great for taking a series of pictures like a mountain range and creating a mural with the prints 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera 3 Press the Menu button The main Menu screen appears on the LCD MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 55: ...n until ON is highlighted 7 Press the DO IT button The Please take a picture to lock capture settings screen appears 8 Center the area you want to lock the exposure on in the viewfinder 9 Press the SHUTTER button to lock in the exposure setting 10 To cancel Exposure Lock press a button until OFF is highlighted then press the DO IT button or turn off the camera ...

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Page 57: ...and see how custom features if any were applied to the shot Magnify the picture to check the detail Select specific pictures and quantities to print Protect pictures from being deleted from your camera memory card Delete unwanted pictures to free up space on the camera memory card Display and run a slide show on the camera or on a television View specific information about the picture ...

Page 58: ...itch to the right to turn on the camera The LCD displays the last picture taken with the frame number and the Print Order and Protect icons if activated 3 Use the buttons to scroll through and view the pictures on the LCD 4 Press the Menu button to display the filmstrip and the main Review screen The Review Menu icons filmstrip and memory bar appear over the current picture MENU REVIEW CONNECT SET...

Page 59: ...the filmstrip The picture on the filmstrip appears in the LCD as the memory bar and picture locator needle moves The memory bar indicates the amount of space on the camera memory card The dark section represents the portion of the card that is filled while the needle locator shows the position of the picture on the card 6 To exit press the Menu button ...

Page 60: ...ast picture taken appears on the LCD 3 Press the Menu button The main Review Menu screen appears 4 Press a button until the picture you want to magnify is highlighted on the filmstrip The picture appears in the LCD viewing area 5 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 6 Press the DO IT button The LCD displays a magnified view of the selected picture 7 Use the and buttons to scroll to differe...

Page 61: ...t saves you time when printing pictures from a KODAK Picture Maker or Personnel Picture Maker Systems 1 Set the Mode dial to Review 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The last picture taken appears on the LCD 3 Press the Menu button The main Review Menu screen appears 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 5 Press the DO IT button The Print Order screen appears MEN...

Page 62: ... card INDEX PRINT or EDIT INDEX PRINT thumbnails of all the pictures on the camera memory card will print 8 Press the DO IT button The Copies screen appears unless you selected the Index Print option which returns you to the main Review screen 9 Press a button until the desired number of prints you want appears 10 Press the DO IT button The print order is accepted and the Print Order icon appears ...

Page 63: ...hlighted CANCEL CURRENT cancels the print order for the selected picture EXIT returns you to the main Review Menu screen CANCEL PRINT ORDER cancels all the print orders for the pictures CANCEL INDEX PRINT cancels the print order for the index print 2 Press the DO IT button The print order is cancelled and the Print Order icon is removed The main Print Order screen reappears 3 To exit Print Order h...

Page 64: ...h to the right to turn on the camera The last picture taken appears on the LCD 3 Press the Menu button The main Review Menu screen appears 4 Press a button until the icon is highlighted The Protect screen appears 5 Press a button until the picture you want to protect is selected 6 Press the DO IT button The picture appears on the LCD with the Protect icon 7 To cancel a protected picture select the...

Page 65: ...ked pictures as protected they cannot be deleted until you turn off the Protect feature See page 56 for details 1 Set the Mode dial to Review 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The last picture taken appears on the LCD 3 Press the Menu button The main Review Menu screen appears 4 Press a button unti7 5l the icon is highlighted 5 Press the DO IT button The Delete screen app...

Page 66: ...CTURE deletes the selected picture from the camera memory card EXIT returns you to the main Review screen without deleting the picture s ALL PICTURES deletes all the pictures on the camera memory card 8 Press the DO IT button The pictures are deleted from the camera memory card 9 To exit Delete highlight EXIT then press the DO IT button ...

Page 67: ...r a period of 1 to 99 seconds a time you set from the camera The slide show ends after all the pictures have been shown or if you are using a Kodak specified AC adapter the slide show continues until you stop it For details about available accessories ask your dealer of KODAK products 1 Set the Mode dial to Review 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The last picture taken a...

Page 68: ...n If you want to view a slide show on the camera LCD press the DO IT to start and stop the slide show 7 Insert the video cable into the video out port on the side of your camera and connect the other end of the video cable to the video in port on the television 8 Turn on the television You may need to adjust the Video Out setting to NTSC or PAL television signals See page 73 for details 9 Press th...

Page 69: ...cture using the Picture Information feature The information that appears is for viewing and cannot be edited 1 Set the Mode dial to Review 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The last picture taken appears on the LCD MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 70: ...IT button The Picture Info screen appears with that picture s information displayed Quality Resolution File Name Directory Name Capture Date Time Flash Aperture Shutter Speed White Balance Metering Exposure Compensation 6 Press a button to view information on other pictures 7 To exit Picture Information press the DO IT button ...

Page 71: ...t a camera response beep so you get feedback from the camera when you initiate an action Select a power save setting to help conserve batteries Access camera information to view a complete history of your cameras use Select the language with which you are most comfortable working Format other camera memory cards so they work in your camera Select specific default settings so your camera is always ...

Page 72: ...not perform a selected function If you do not want auditory feedback turn off the beep This can be especially useful when taking a spontaneous picture of someone or of wildlife 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 73: ...ss a button until the Beep option you want is highlighted OFF provides no auditory feedback SELECTED ON provides auditory feedback when you press the SHUTTER button as well as any warnings ALL ON provides auditory feedback anytime a button is pressed 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 74: ...If situations arise where you need the camera power to stay on for a longer period of inactivity such as connecting the camera to a computer turn off the Power Save feature to have more time to work before the camera automatically shuts off 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP ...

Page 75: ...ted 4 Press the DO IT button The Power Save screen appears The current setting is checked 9 5 Press a button until the Power Save option you want is highlighted 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 76: ...aken with your camera or how many times the flash fired The Camera Information feature keeps a record for you 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 77: ...e information that appears is view only and cannot be changed Firmware Version displays the latest firmware version Images Captured displays the total number of pictures taken Flash Fired displays the total number of times the flash fired 5 Press the DO IT button to return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 78: ... the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears 3 Press a button until the icon is highlighted 4 Press the DO IT button The Language screen appears The current setting is checked 9 5 Press a button until the language you want is highlighted The main Camera Setup screen reappears 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen MENU REV...

Page 79: ...emory card needs to be formatted When you format a camera memory card all of the information on the card is erased This includes pictures borders and all other files You can create and add borders to the camera memory card For more information refer to the KODAK DC3400 Border Transfer Application online help or the ReadMe file 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the rig...

Page 80: ...n is highlighted 4 Press the DO IT button The Format Memory Card screen appears 5 Press a button until CONTINUE FORMAT is highlighted 6 Press the DO IT button to format the camera memory card and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 81: ...set correctly if you plan on running a slide show of the pictures from the camera on a television or video monitor For information on setting up a slide show see page 59 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 82: ...appears The current setting is checked 9 5 Press a button until the video out option you want is highlighted NTSC used in most countries except Europe The United States uses NTSC PAL used in European countries 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the change and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 83: ...r picture taking needs For default settings see page 130 Setting a Border Default Adjust the camera so your favorite frame or graphic is added to each picture you take For more information about the Borders feature see page 30 Once the picture is taken borders cannot be removed 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup scr...

Page 84: ... button The Borders Default screen appears The current setting is checked 9 5 Press a button until the Border option you want is highlighted No Borders is the main default setting 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 85: ...ash Default screen appears The current setting is checked 9 5 Press a button until the Flash option you want is highlighted AUTO Main Default flash fires when needed Ideal for everyday picture taking situations FILL flash fires every time you take a picture Ideal for pictures outside under heavy shade RED EYE flash fires once so the eyes become accustomed to the flash then fires again when the pic...

Page 86: ... camera so it is balanced for the type of light source that you take pictures under For more information about the White Balance feature see page 38 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 87: ...ant is highlighted AUTO Main Default adjusts automatically when flash is used Ideal for everyday pictures DAYLIGHT balances for daylight Ideal for indoor pictures under natural lighting TUNGSTEN balances for the red orange color of household lighting FLUORESCENT balances for the green color of fluorescent lighting 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup s...

Page 88: ...t it is used every time you turn on the camera For more information about The Exposure Compensation feature see page 28 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 89: ... button until the exposure compensation number you want is highlighted If your pictures are too dark increase the exposure number If your pictures are too light decrease the exposure number The main default setting for Exposure Compensation is 0 0 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 90: ... camera so it takes pictures in black and white sepia tone or to highlight text every time you turn on the camera For more information about the Effects feature see page 32 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 91: ...ant is highlighted No Effect Main Default captures pictures in full color Black White captures pictures in black and white Ideal for taking pictures for newspapers Sepia captures pictures in a red brown tone Ideal for giving pictures an antique look Document increases picture contrast so text stands out 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

Page 92: ... uses a faster shutter speed to help avoid blurry pictures from camera movement For more information about the Auto ISO feature see page 42 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera The main Camera Setup screen appears MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 93: ...ess a button until the Auto ISO option you want is highlighted OFF Main Default camera maintains optimal shutter speed ranges Ideal for everyday pictures ON camera increases shutter speed when flash is off Ideal for indoor pictures in less than optimal lighting 6 Press the DO IT button to accept the changes and return to the main Camera Setup screen ...

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Page 95: ...Software Installer included with your camera contains software for Windows based personal computers and Macintosh computers These applications provide a variety of features that let you access and use the pictures stored on the camera memory card Detailed information on using the software can be found in the online help supplied with each software application ...

Page 96: ...disk space available Available serial port USB port Windows 98 and Windows 2000 or CompactFlash card reader Macintosh System Requirements PowerPC based Macintosh computer with CD ROM drive Operating system 7 6 1 or later for serial connection Operating system 8 5 1 or later for USB connections Color display monitor with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480 1024 x 768 preferred and thousands of colors...

Page 97: ...IN Acquire provides a quick way to view and acquire pictures from the camera memory card to a TWAIN compliant host software program such as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe KODAK DC3400 Camera Controls Software Camera Controls lets you change camera capture and communications settings from a computer as well as take pictures and review them KODAK DC3400 Border Transfer Application Border lets ...

Page 98: ... for each application Feature Mounter TWAIN Acquire Camera Controls Border View thumbnail images Transfer pictures Display picture information Open pictures on the hard drive using other applications Access Camera Controls Take a picture Delete pictures Format camera memory card Add borders to camera memory card Copy borders to hard disk ...

Page 99: ...card and copy them to your computer KODAK DC3400 Digital Access Software Plug In Acquire provides a quick way to view and copy pictures from the camera memory card to any application that supports the ADOBE Photoshop plug in module such as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe KODAK DC3400 Border Transfer Application Border lets you convert existing BMP and PICT files into the border file format BD...

Page 100: ... available in the online help for each application Feature Picture Transfer Plug In Acquire Border View thumbnail images Transfer pictures Display picture information Change camera settings Take a picture Change camera Capture settings Delete pictures Add borders to camera memory card Copy borders to hard disk ...

Page 101: ...the software On a Windows based computer if Auto Play is enabled the first install window automatically appears If the first install window does not automatically appear choose Run from the Start menu In the Run dialog box type the drive letter that contains the CD and type setup exe For example d setup exe On a Macintosh computer the first install window automatically appears 4 Follow the on scre...

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Page 103: ...tion for Windows 98 and 2000 based personal computers and Macintosh computers Card reader This does not require connecting your camera to your computer but is another way to get your pictures from the camera If you do not have a card reader you can purchase one as an accessory For details about available accessories ask a dealer of KODAK products Once the camera is connected to a computer and any ...

Page 104: ... a KODAK specified AC adapter see page 5 to conserve battery power Connecting to a Windows Based Computer An RS 232 serial cable is provided so you can connect your camera to a Windows based computer 1 Set the Mode dial to Connect 2 Plug the appropriate end of the serial cable into an available 9 pin serial port on the computer MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 105: ...labeled see your computer User s Guide for a diagram that illustrates all of the external ports 3 Open the serial USB port door on the side of the camera 4 Plug the other end of the serial cable into the camera serial port 5 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera If you get a message on your computer stating that you are not connected refer to the Serial PDF document installed w...

Page 106: ... provided so that you can connect your camera through a serial port on a Macintosh computer 1 Set the Mode dial to Connect 2 Connect the serial port adapter plug into the 9 pin end of the serial cable 3 Plug the adapter end of the serial cable into an available serial port on the back of the computer MENU REVIEW CONNECT SETUP CAMERA CAPTURE ...

Page 107: ...ports If the ports are not labeled see your computer User s Guide for a diagram that illustrates all of the external ports 4 Open the serial USB port door on the side of the camera 5 Plug the other end of the serial cable into the camera serial port 6 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera If you get a message on your computer stating that you are not connected refer to the Conn...

Page 108: ...pecified AC adapter see page 5 to conserve battery power 1 Set the Mode dial to Connect 2 Plug the appropriate end of the USB cable into the port on the computer with the USB symbol If the port is not labeled see your computer User s Guide for a diagram that illustrates all of the external ports 3 Open the serial USB port door on the side of the camera 4 Plug the other end of the USB cable into th...

Page 109: ...lication Opening Mounter Software 1 Double click the My Computer icon The My Computer window appears 2 Double click the Camera icon The Camera Memory Card window appears listing individual files Opening Digital Access Software TWAIN Acquire 1 Open a TWAIN compliant application such as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe 2 Choose File Import TWAIN Source 3 Select KODAK DC3400 Zoom Acquire 4 Choose...

Page 110: ...le click the Camera Control icon on the desktop to open the main Camera Controls window Opening Border Transfer Software From the Windows Task bar click Start Programs DC3400 Border Transfer Application The main Border Transfer window appears ...

Page 111: ...Picture Transfer Application folder The Picture Transfer icon appears 2 Double click the Picture Transfer icon The main Picture Transfer window appears Opening Digital Access Software Plug In Acquire 1 Open a Plug In compliant application such as ADOBE Photoshop or ADOBE PhotoDeluxe 2 Choose File Acquire KODAK DC3400 Acquire The main Digital Access window appears Opening Border Transfer Software 1...

Page 112: ...ollowing description of the camera file structure may be helpful Root level folder is named DCIM Each time you turn on the camera or insert a camera memory card any empty folders within the DCIM folder are removed Typically all pictures taken with the camera are stored in the DCIM 100K3400 folder Pictures are numbered in the order in which they are taken The first picture is named DCP_0001 JPG whi...

Page 113: ...will appear in a new folder DCIM 101K3400 on the camera memory card beginning with picture DCP_0001 JPG If you use the camera memory card in a camera other than the DC3400 camera and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file structure standard the DCIM folder will contain a folder named by that camera Any pictures taken with that camera are stored in the folder using the naming conventions est...

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Page 115: ...0 Digital Camera This chapter can point you in the right direction for finding the answers quickly so you can continue using your camera This chapter provides the following information Connecting with your camera Communicating with the computer Adjusting your monitor Printer tips Troubleshooting tips ...

Page 116: ... If you are using a Windows based computer the port and speed setting can be adjusted using the KODAK DC3400 Camera Controls Software or the KODAK DC3400 Digital Access Software TWAIN Acquire If you are using a Macintosh computer the port and speed settings can be adjusted using the KODAK DC3400 Digital Access Software Plug In Acquire or the KODAK DC3400 Picture Transfer Application Information on...

Page 117: ...akes more time More complex pictures increase the printing and drying time Color printing is more memory intensive than black and white If your computer gives you an insufficient memory message you may need to close some applications change some settings or add additional memory Color prints may not photocopy as clearly as black and white If you plan to photocopy documents you should consider prin...

Page 118: ...et correctly Adjust your monitor display settings Refer to your computer User s Guide for details Camera Memory Card Problem Cause Solution The camera does not recognize your camera memory card The camera memory card may not be CompactFlash certified Purchase a certified CompactFlashcamera memory card See page 6 The camera memory card may be corrupt or formatted for use in other cameras Reformat t...

Page 119: ...ble this feature Conflict with another serial device such as a modem or PDA Refer to the serial communication or similar section of your computer modem PDA and or operating system User s Guide Camera is not connected to serial or USB cable or cable is not connected to the computer serial or USB port Connect serial or USB cable to camera and computer port Refer to the online help or see Chapter 7 o...

Page 120: ...aced see page 3 recharged see page 4 or you can use an AC adapter Camera memory card is full Transfer pictures to computer delete pictures on card see page 57 or insert a card with memory see page 6 Red ready light is blinking Flash is not charged Wait for the flash to charge Green ready light is blinking and camera takes a picture Auto Focus is not locked Release SHUTTER button and retake your pi...

Page 121: ...king before attempting to take another picture The Status Display reads Full The camera memory card is full Transfer the pictures to your computer delete pictures on the card see page 57 or insert a card with available memory see page 6 Camera does not turn on Batteries are not properly installed Remove and reinstall the batteries See page 3 Batteries are low or dead Batteries need to be replaced ...

Page 122: ...en Keep hands fingers or other objects away from the lens when taking pictures Your eye or the picture was not centered correctly in the viewfinder Leave space around subject when centering picture in viewfinder Camera Close Up is activated without using Preview ActivatePreview when using the Close Up feature See page 22 ...

Page 123: ...o more than 9 8 ft 3 0 m between the camera and subject The subject is in front of a bright light Change your position so the light is not behind the subject The Exposure Compensation is set incorrectly Increase Exposure Compensation See page 28 Check Exposure Compensation default setting See page 80 The camera Metering setting is set to the Center Weighted Change the Metering setting to Multi Pat...

Page 124: ... other objects do not cover light sensor The Exposure Compensation is set incorrectly Decrease the Exposure Compensation See page 28 Check the Exposure Compensation default setting See page 80 Stored pictures are damaged Camera memory card removed when Ready light was blinking Be sure Ready light is not blinking before removing card Picture is black and white sepia toned or has too much contrast T...

Page 125: ... close when taking picture Stand at least 1 6 ft 5m away Subject or the camera moved while the picture was taken Hold camera steady until the picture is taken The subject is too far away for the flash to be effective Move so the subject is less than 13 ft 4 0 m away The Sharpness setting may be set incorrectly Change the Sharpness setting to Standard See page 44 Picture is tinted green blue or red...

Page 126: ...the card see page 57 or insert a card with available memory see page 6 No Card There is no memory card inserted in the camera Insert a memory card into the camera See page 6 Memory Card is Corrupted Unreadable Memory card is corrupted Insert a new see page 6 or reformat thememorycard see page 71 Camera needs service The camera is malfunctioning Have the camera serviced ...

Page 127: ...ur camera can be obtained from the online help or by contacting the manufacturer Online Services Contact Kodak via Chapter 8 Tips and Troubleshooting Place of purchase Software s manufacturer World Wide Web Product information by fax Technical support World Wide Web http www kodak com click on Service and Support America Online keyword KODAK CompuServe GO KODAK ...

Page 128: ...ter when you call U S call toll free 1 888 375 6325 between the hours of 9 00 a m and 8 00 p m Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday Canada call toll free 1 800 235 6325 between the hours of 9 00a m and 8 00 p m Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday Europe call the Kodak Digital Imaging Support Centre international toll line 44 131 4586714 between the hours of 09 00 and 17 00 GMT CET M...

Page 129: ...on the Link for Service and Support 3 Review the On Line Help in the Kodak Application Software If you still have difficulty and need assistance call the Kodak technical support number for your geographic area How to Obtain Service Please refer to the Service and Support section of your User s Guide for the support hotline designated to your location Experienced personnel are available to answer y...

Page 130: ...e pack the unit in its original packing materials If the original packing materials aren t available use a sturdy carton that is large enough for you to surround the camera completely with packing material such as crumpled newspaper 5 Securely fasten the carton with tape Clearly write the address of the repair location and your name and address on the top and bottom of the carton 6 When you ship t...

Page 131: ...T THE KODAK DC3400 CAMERA WAS PURCHASED Kodak will REPAIR or REPLACE at Kodak s option the Kodak DC3400 camera if it fails to function properly within the warranty period subject to any conditions and or limitations stated herein Such repair service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and or replacement parts Such repair or replacement is the sole remedy under this limited ...

Page 132: ...CH AS ADAPTERS AND CABLES OR CLAIMS MADE AFTER THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this product In the event that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law the duration of the implied warranty will be one year from the purchase date The option of repair or replacement is Kodak s only obligation Kodak will not be responsible fo...

Page 133: ...ic Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by a Kodak company no warranty or liability exists beyond any minimum requirements imposed by law even though defect damage or loss may be by negligence or other act 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...

Page 134: ...radio TV technician for additional suggestions Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Where shielded interface cables have been provided with the product or specified additional components or accessories elsewhere defined to be used with the installation of the product they must be used in...

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Page 137: ...endix serves as a resource for specific technical information and care for your camera and contains the following information Original default settings Camera Specifications General maintenance and safety Battery usage guidelines ...

Page 138: ...e box for the first time Feature Setting Digital Zoom Off Flash Auto Infinity Focus Close Up Off Self Timer Off Preview Off Quickview On Exposure Compensation 0 0 Quality Best Resolution High Date Stamp Off Auto ISO DC280 Off White Balance Auto Metering Multi Pattern Exposure Lock Off Borders Off Effects Off ...

Page 139: ... Resolution 2 0 millions of pixels High 1760 x 1168 2 055 680 Standard 896 x 592 530 432 Color 24 bit millions of colors Picture File Format Exif version 2 1 JPEG base Picture Storage CompactFlash card Viewfinder Real image ASA ISO Sensitivity 100 Flash Range Strobe flash to 9 8 ft 3 0 m Redeye reduction auto fill off ...

Page 140: ...m f 8 1 f 15 3 35 mm equivalent Power Batteries AA size 1 5 volt alkaline DC Input KODAK specified AC adapter accessory Tripod Socket Standard Video Out NTSC or PAL Dimensions Width 5 2 in 133 mm Length 2 1 in 54 mm Height 3 0 in 76 mm Weight 12 oz 332 g without batteries Operating Temperature 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C DC3400 Camera ...

Page 141: ...e camera The camera is not waterproof If the camera has been subjected to inclement weather or you suspect water has gotten inside the camera turn off the camera and remove the batteries and camera memory card Never disassemble or touch the inside of the camera This could result in electrical shock If you notice smoke or a strange smell coming from the camera immediately turn off the camera wait a...

Page 142: ...ed eyeglass lens tissue as it may scratch the lens 1 Blow gently on the lens or LCD screen to remove dust and dirt 2 Moisten the lens or LCD screen by breathing lightly on it 3 Wipe the lens or LCD screen gently with a soft lint free cloth or an untreated lens cleaning tissue Service agreements are available in some countries Please contact a dealer of KODAK products for more information ...

Page 143: ...ed ones Do not mix chargeable and nonchargeable batteries Do not mix alkaline Ni MH or Ni Cd types of batteries Do not mix different grades or brands of batteries Failure to observe this precaution may result in some batteries in a set being driven beyond their normal exhaust point and increase their possibility of leakage NOT ALL BATTERIES ARE CREATED EQUAL Battery life depends significantly on a...

Page 144: ...you do so with the camera powered by the AC adapter Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 32 F 0 C Carry spare batteries when using your camera in cold weather and keep them warm until you are ready to take pictures Do not discard cold batteries that do not work once warmed they may be usable When disposing of batteries follow the manufacturer s instructions and applicable regulatio...

Page 145: ...vider For additional health related information please contact Kodak Health Safety and Environment Information at 1 716 722 5151 in the U S Customers outside the U S can contact their local Kodak Customer Service representative When removing batteries allow to cool before touching since the batteries may be hot Caution Hot Surface ...

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Page 147: ... frames 30 ISO default 84 language 70 LCD brightness 9 metering 40 monitor 108 power save 66 quality 34 resolution 36 response beep 64 sharpness 44 video out 73 white balance 38 white balance default 78 zoom 16 artificial lighting 39 auditory feedback 64 auto flash 19 focus 14 ISO as default 84 B balance 39 bar memory 50 batteries checking 4 guidelines 135 loading 3 tips 135 beep 64 best quality 3...

Page 148: ... and removing 6 logo 6 camera specifications 131 cancelling print order 55 capturing a picture 14 card camera memory formatting 71 inserting and removing 6 logo 7 care camera 133 center weighted metering 40 checking batteries 4 clock setting 8 close up 22 CompactFlash card formatting 71 inserting and removing 6 logo 6 compliance FCC 125 connecting help 108 serial cable Macintosh 98 serial cable Wi...

Page 149: ...raphing as default 82 pictures 32 E effect default 82 setting 32 exposure compensation 28 default 80 lock 46 F factory default 129 FCC compliance 125 feedback auditory 64 file naming pictures 61 files navigating 104 fill flash 19 filmstrip 50 flash auto 19 default setting 77 fill 19 off 19 red eye 19 fluorescent balance 38 focus auto 14 infinity 21 formatting camera memory card 71 frames adding to...

Page 150: ...26 57 effect default 82 effects 32 exposure compensation 28 exposure default 80 exposure lock 46 flash 19 flash default 77 format memory card 71 infinity focus 21 language 70 magnify 52 metering 40 picture information 61 power save 66 print order 53 protect 56 quality 34 quickview 18 resolution 36 response beep 64 self timer 23 sharpness 44 slide show 59 video out 73 white balance 38 white balance...

Page 151: ...res 52 maintenance 133 memory bar 50 memory card camera formatting 71 inserting and removing 6 logo 6 metering center weighted 40 multi pattern 40 monitor adjusting 108 multi pattern metering 40 N navigating to pictures 104 needle locator pictures 50 NTSC 73 O opening the software 101 ordering prints 53 P PAL 73 photography 32 black and white 33 close up 22 distant subjects 21 indoor lighting 38 l...

Page 152: ...ning 44 softening 44 taking 14 viewing 17 power save 66 preparing to take pictures 2 previewing pictures 12 print ordering 53 printing cancel print order 55 index print 53 ordering 53 selecting pictures for 53 tips 109 proof sheet 53 protecting pictures 56 Q quality 34 quickview 18 R red eye reduction 19 regulatory information 125 repair coverage 121 resolution 36 response beep 64 reviewing pictur...

Page 153: ...default 77 frame 30 infinity focus 21 language 70 magnify 52 metering 40 power save 66 preview 12 print order 53 protect 56 quality 34 quickview 18 resolution 36 response beep 64 review 50 self timer 23 sharpness 44 slide show 59 telephoto 15 video out 73 white balance 38 white balance default 78 sharpening pictures 44 shutter button 14 slide show 59 softening pictures 44 software KODAK installing...

Page 154: ...nance 133 monitor setting 108 printing 109 safety 133 troubleshooting 110 tungsten balance 38 U USB symbol 100 USB connecting help 108 Macintosh 100 Windows 100 V video out 73 out port 59 viewing camera information 68 filmstrip 50 picture information 61 pictures on television 59 thumbnails 50 viewing pictures 17 W warning beep 64 warranty 121 white balance auto 38 daylight 38 default 78 fluorescen...

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