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- Page 1 Kodak EasyShare photo printer 500 User’s Guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto...
- Page 2 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks is under license. Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Eastman Kodak Company is an authorized licensee of the CompactFlash trademark. Kodak, EasyShare, and XtraLife are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 4J3801_en...
- Page 3 Red-eye Reduction button/light Transfer button/light Print button/light Left/Right Up/Down control SDIO card slot SD/MMC/Memory Stick/xD card slot Paper tray www.kodak.com/go/support 10 Paper tray door 11 CF card slot 12 Bluetooth button/light 13 Cancel button 14 Paper light 19 Crop button...
- Page 4 Product features Back/top/side view Power connector (DC-in) USB connector (to computer) Cooling vents Slot for paper path Cartridge release Color cartridge (installed as shown) Cartridge door www.kodak.com/go/support...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Getting started ...1 Finding a location for your photo printer... 1 Connecting the power... 2 Handling and storing the color cartridge ... 2 Installing and removing the color cartridge ... 3 Handling and storing the paper ... 4 Loading paper... - Page 6 Transferring pictures from a USB device ... 22 Printing from a computer... 23 Canceling printing... 26 5 Using the wireless features of your photo printer ...27 Printing from a Bluetooth® wireless technology enabled device... 27 Printing and transferring over a Wi-Fi wireless network... 29 6 Care and maintenance ...33...
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Page 7: Getting Started
Getting started Finding a location for your photo printer Place the photo printer on a flat, clean, dust-free surface, in a dry location, and out of direct sunlight. 5 in. (12.7 cm) Avoid areas where ventilation ducts, open doors, or frequent passersby might expose the photo printer and paper to high levels of dust and debris. -
Page 8: Connecting The Power
Getting started Connecting the power RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Use only the AC power adapter included with your photo printer. Other adapters or cords can damage your photo printer or computer. Handling and storing the color cartridge For best quality prints, store the color cartridge in a location where the temperature does not exceed 85 F (30 C). -
Page 9: Installing And Removing The Color Cartridge
Installing and removing the color cartridge 1 Open the cartridge door on the side of the photo printer. www.kodak.com/go/support 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. -
Page 10: Handling And Storing The Paper
Do not touch the glossy side of the paper. When storing, remove the paper tray, then close the paper tray cover and paper tray door to keep out dust and debris. Store paper flat. www.kodak.com/go/support... -
Page 11: Loading Paper
Loading paper 1 Remove the paper tray from the photo printer if installed (see Purchase Kodak color cartridge & photo paper kits and other accessories at a retailer of Kodak products, or visit www.kodak.com/go/accessories. www.kodak.com/go/support 2 Slide the paper tray cover back until it “clicks” into place, about 1.25 in. -
Page 12: Installing The Paper Tray
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 photo printer, make sure to keep the paper tray cover all the way open while installing. -
Page 13: Printing Without A Computer
To exit without printing, press the Cancel button. NOTE: Do not force a card into a slot. Insert only one card into the photo printer at a time. If a card is already inserted but no longer detected, remove and reinsert it. Do not insert or remove a card when the photo printer is transferring pictures. -
Page 14: Printing From A Pictbridge Compatible Device
While the printer is printing When printing, the paper cycles four times. The first three passes apply layers of yellow, magenta, and cyan colors to the print. The fourth pass applies the Kodak XtraLife coating that protects and preserves the image... -
Page 15: Printing Tagged (Dpof) Pictures
Your camera may let you tag pictures for printing (DPOF), then print only the tagged pictures. See your camera user’s guide for details. NOTE: The following procedure pertains to Kodak EasyShare digital cameras. For information on creating a DPOF on other cameras, see the camera user’s guide. -
Page 16: Doing More With Your Printer
11 Reducing red-eye in your pictures The EasyShare photo printer 500 automatically detects red-eye in your subjects and lets you correct your prints with the touch of a button. NOTE: Turning on the red-eye reduction feature may result in longer printing times. -
Page 17: Running A Slide Show
Running a slide show Use the Slide Show feature to display your pictures on the photo printer LCD. 1 Insert a card in the card slot (or connect a USB device to your photo printer). 2 Press the Slide Show button. -
Page 18: Changing The Printed Picture Size
For example, if three pictures on your camera are each tagged for printing one copy, and the 4 up option on the photo printer is selected, three 2 x 3 in. (5.1 x 7.6 cm) pictures are printed on one sheet of paper. - Page 19 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 photo printer, the closest available picture size option on the photo printer is automatically selected.
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Page 20: Changing The Color Mode
Print button. 3 Create a print order: Press to locate a picture on the LCD. Press to choose the number of prints for each picture. 4 When finished choosing prints, quantities, and sizes, press the Print button. www.kodak.com/go/support (page 12),... -
Page 21: Checking The Donor Level
1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Language, then press the Print button. 3 Press to highlight a choice, then press the Print button. The LCD language is updated. www.kodak.com/go/support Doing more with your printer to scroll, if necessary. -
Page 22: Changing Default Settings
4 To change a default setting, follow the prompts. To reset all settings to the factory defaults, choose Reset Defaults. Viewing the About screen 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight About, then press the Print button. Information about your photo printer is displayed. www.kodak.com/go/support... -
Page 23: Using The Photo Printer With A Computer
1 Close all software applications that are open on your computer (including anti-virus software). 2 Place the Kodak EasyShare software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Load the software: Windows OS—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. -
Page 24: Using The Photo Printer With A Computer
5 Restart the computer if prompted. If you turned off anti-virus software, turn it back on. See the anti-virus software manual for details. For more information on installing the software, see the ReadMe file on the Kodak EasyShare software CD. For information on the software applications included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD, click the Help button in the EasyShare software. -
Page 25: Connecting To A Computer
Mac OS X: 1 Double-click the operating drive for your system. 2 Select Library, then select Printers. 3 Open the Kodak folder, then open the photo printer folder. 4 Double-click the photo printer uninstaller program. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions. -
Page 26: Mac Os X
Click Add. d From the list of printers, select the photo printer. Then click More Printers. e From the pull-down menu at the top of the screen, select Kodak printer f Select the printer, then click Add. The printer is added to your computer. -
Page 27: Transferring Pictures From A Card Slot
3 Press the Transfer button on the photo printer. Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer. 4 Use Kodak EasyShare software to transfer pictures from the card to your computer. See the Kodak EasyShare software Help for details. The Transfer light blinks while the pictures are being transferred. -
Page 28: Transferring Pictures From A Usb Device
3 Press the Transfer button on the photo printer. Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer. 4 Use Kodak EasyShare software to transfer pictures from the device to your computer. See the Kodak EasyShare software Help for details. The Transfer light blinks while the pictures are being transferred. -
Page 29: Printing From A Computer
5 Make sure the photo printer is selected as the current printer. 6 Change any other settings, such as paper size and print layout, then click Print. NOTE: The Picture Size button on the photo printer is disabled when printing from a computer. Set printing options using EasyShare software. -
Page 30: Printing From Other Applications
Choosing a color mode Kodak’s color mode feature uses automatic color correction to help you make great-looking prints in no time. The Kodak EasyShare photo printer 500 features three color mode options: Enhanced—to get richer, more vivid colors. - Page 31 1 From the Start menu, select Settings, then select Printers. NOTE: Depending on your Start Menu configuration, you may need to select Printers and Faxes from the Control Panel. 2 Right-click the Kodak EasyShare photo printer 500 icon, then select Printing Preferences. 3 Click the Color Correction tab.
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Page 32: Canceling Printing
Using the photo printer with a computer Canceling printing Windows OS: 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. Mac OS X: 1 In Print Center, double-click the printer icon. -
Page 33: Using The Wireless Features Of Your Photo Printer
(PDAs) and wireless mobile telephones. Use your wireless device to review pictures, choose printing options, and print. NOTE: The EasyShare photo printer 500 supports OPP (Object Push) and FTP (File Transfer) profiles only. Check your Bluetooth technology enabled device specifications (or contact the manufacturer) to see what profiles are supported by your device. - Page 34 NOTE: If your device requires you to set authentication, enter pin number 1111 (default). 3 Select Send or Beam on your device. The selected images are sent to the photo printer for printing. If the photo printer is busy, it may notify your device.
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Page 35: Printing And Transferring Over A Wi-Fi Wireless Network
(sold separately) into the card slot. Then, print and transfer pictures using your photo printer on an existing Wi-Fi wireless (Infrastructure) network, or print pictures directly to your photo printer over a Wi-Fi wireless device-to-device (Ad-Hoc) network. Example of a wireless Infrastructure network: Example of an Ad-Hoc network: www.kodak.com/go/support... - Page 36 To remove the card, push in and release it. When the card is ejected, pull it out. 3 Make sure the printer driver from the included Kodak EasyShare software CD is installed on your computer. Then connect the printer to your computer with the...
- Page 37 Add the printer as a wireless printer to your computer: a From the Start menu, select Programs (or All Programs). b Open the Kodak folder, then open the EasyShare printer folder. c Select Kodak wireless printer computer setup assistant. d Click Next.
- Page 38 Transfer button. Pictures are transferred to EasyShare software on your computer. NOTE: If the printer is connected to the computer with a USB cable, pictures are transferred using the cable connection, not the wireless connection See your computer or device user’s guide, or visit www.wi-fi.org...
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Page 39: Care And Maintenance
IMPORTANT: Always disconnect the power before cleaning. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the photo printer or any of its parts. To clean, wipe the outside of the photo printer and LCD with a clean, dry cloth. Avoid placing objects on the photo printer. -
Page 40: Cleaning The Paper Feed Roller
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 photo printer, and leave the paper tray door open. 3 Lightly moisten a lint-free cloth with water. -
Page 41: Traveling With Your Photo Printer
1 Turn off the photo printer. Disconnect all cables. 2 Remove the paper tray from the photo printer; close the paper tray cover and the paper tray door on the photo printer. Close the LCD so it clicks in place. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting When you have questions about your photo printer, 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 IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge &... - Page 43 Reload the paper tray. Do not exceed the fill line. Re-install the paper tray, then press IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge & photo paper kits for Printer is jammed (Paper and/or...
- Page 44 Troubleshooting If... Try the following IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge & photo paper kits for Printing stops during mid-print (paper stops Check the paper: feeding, and Remove the paper tray Paper light may blink) Check the paper slot on the back of the photo printer.
- Page 45 IMPORTANT: Use only Kodak color cartridge & photo paper kits for Print is too light Make sure the paper is loaded with the Kodak logo facing down. Reload if necessary Try re-taking the picture with the flash off. See your camera user’s guide for details.
- Page 46 The computer may be transferring pictures. Wait a few seconds, then try 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...
- Page 47 Turning on the red-eye reduction feature may result in longer printing times. Make sure the photo printer is not placed in direct sunlight or is not operating in a high-temperature environment. Make sure the cooling vents are not blocked or dirty Close unnecessary software applications.
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Page 48: Transfer/Communication Problems
Move within range of the Bluetooth radio signal (30 ft, or 10 m). from a The device does not find the printer. On the device, turn wireless Bluetooth technology on, then repeat the discovery process. technology The device does not use an OPP or FTP profile. -
Page 49: Wireless Network Connection
Light blinks green The photo printer is printing. www.kodak.com/go/support A Kodak Wi-Fi card is not inserted or is not fully inserted. Reinsert the Wi-Fi card (page 29). Check the power connections. Make sure the wireless router and network are running before the photo printer begins scanning for a network. - Page 50 None required. When transfer is complete, press the blinking Transfer button, None required. The Print button is disabled; print command is controlled from the PictBridge compatible device. To print from another source, unplug the PictBridge compatible device. Action/solution None required. www.kodak.com/go/support...
- Page 51 Light blinks red There is a paper jam. Printing stopped during mid-print; the paper may be damaged or is missing removable tabs www.kodak.com/go/support Action/solution None required. Clear the jam Install a new color cartridge...
- Page 52 Bluetooth button/light Light status Cause Light glows The Bluetooth radio is on; the steady blue photo printer is ready to receive Bluetooth signals. Light is off The Bluetooth radio is off; the photo printer is unable to receive Bluetooth signals.
- Page 53 Cause Light blinks green Slow blink: the device is initializing or communicating with the printer. Fast blink: there is a device or communication error. www.kodak.com/go/support Troubleshooting Action/solution None required. After transferring pictures, the Transfer light continues to blink green until...
- Page 54 Action/solution None required. Check the USB connections from the device to the printer. Disconnect the device. Connect a Kodak 8-in-1 card reader, or a PictBridge compatible camera or device. Action/solution None required. Remove the card and make sure the card is not write protected or damaged.
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Page 55: Helpful Links
Red-eye reduction has not been selected. Bluetooth button/light Light status Cause Light glows steady The Bluetooth radio is on; the printer is blue ready to receive Bluetooth signals. Light is off The Bluetooth radio is off; the printer is unable to receive Bluetooth signals. - Page 56 Troubleshooting Other Get support for Kodak printers, cameras, software, accessories, more Get information on Kodak EasyShare photo printers Get information on Kodak inkjet products Optimize your printer for truer, more vibrant colors Register your photo printer www.kodak.com/go/support www.kodak.com/go/printerdocks www.kodak.com/go/inkjet www.kodak.com/go/onetouch www.kodak.com/go/register...
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Page 57: Telephone Customer Support
Telephone customer support If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or printer, you may speak with a customer support representative. Have this information available: Computer model, operating system Processor type and speed (MHz) Amount of memory (MB) and free hard... -
Page 58: Appendix
Approximately 75 seconds for first 4 x 6 in. (10.2 x 15.2 cm) print, then 60 seconds. NOTE: Printer may slow down when thermal head needs to cool. Print speed is dependent on picture size, number of continuous prints, and environmental conditions. -
Page 59: Wireless Channels
Card/Reduced Size-MMC, Memory Stick (Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro, Magic Gate), xD-Picture Card. USB port: USB flash drive (USB key), Pictbridge compatible camera, Bluetooth device supporting OBEX OPP. Bluetooth (built-in); Wi-Fi (when used with optional Kodak Wi-Fi card and Wi-Fi enabled computer). Appendix... -
Page 60: Important Safety Instructions
Use only a USB-certified computer. Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions. 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;... -
Page 61: Additional Care And Maintenance
Warranty Limited warranty Kodak warrants this product to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Proof of the date of purchase will be required with any request for warranty repair. -
Page 62: Limited Warranty Coverage
Kodak (such 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. -
Page 63: Regulatory Compliance
Unless specific 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. - Page 64 FCC regulation. CAUTION: When using the Kodak Wi-Fi card with a photo printer: This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 7.9 in. (20 cm) for 2.4 GHz operations between the radiator and your body.
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Page 65: Fcc And Industry Canada
Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. Kodak Wi-Fi card (3F8508) has been tested and found to comply with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. -
Page 66: Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment Labeling
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. www.kodak.com/go/recycle www.kodak.com/go/support for recycling... - Page 67 7 slot, 7 transferring pictures, 21 troubleshooting, 48 care & maintenance www.kodak.com/go/support general, 33, 55 handling, storing cartridge, 2 handling, storing paper, 4 paper feed roller, 34 traveling with photo printer, 35 cartridge. See color cartridge...
- Page 68 17 Kodak EasyShare software help, 49 installing, 17 printing with, 23 uninstalling, 18 Kodak Web sites, 49 Kodak Wi-Fi card. See wireless layout. See picture size LCD, i light Bluetooth, i, 27, 46, 49 cancel, i card reader, 48...
- Page 69 PictBridge compatible device, 8 over Wi-Fi network, 29 print order, 9 problems, 36 tagged pictures from computer, 23 tagging pictures for, 9 with Kodak EasyShare software, 23 recycling and disposal of printer, 55 red-eye button/light, 49 reduction, i regulatory information...
- Page 70 49 installing, 17 Kodak EasyShare, printing with, 23 printing from applications, 24 uninstalling, 18 upgrading, 49, 54 specifications, 52 status lights, 43 supplies & accessories, ordering, 49 support, technical, 51...
- Page 71 55 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling, 60 Wi-Fi See wireless Windows OS installing software on, 17 uninstalling software, 18 wireless network, troubleshooting, 43 printing and transferring via Wi-Fi, 29 Wi-Fi card, 29 www.kodak.com/go/support Index...
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