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  • Page 1 Kodak EasyShare DX6440 zoom digital camera Simulated image User’s Guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto...
  • Page 2 Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester, New York 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2003 All screen images are simulated. Kodak and EasyShare are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 6B8551...

  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Product Overview Front View Microphone Shutter button Light sensor Speaker Self Timer/Video light Flash unit Wrist strap post Viewfinder lens Grip 10 Auto focus sensor 11 Lens...

  • Page 4: Back View

    Product Overview Back View Camera screen Ready light (LCD, liquid crystal display) Viewfinder Share button (page 9 Self Timer/Burst button Mode dial/Off (page page 5) 10 Flash/Status button Joystick (Move Zoom (Wide Angle/Telephoto) OK button (Press in) Grip Delete button...
  • Page 5 Product Overview Side Views Left Side Right Side A/V Out, for television viewing DC-In (3V) for optional AC adapter Slot for optional SD/MMC card USB Port...
  • Page 6 Product Overview Top and Bottom Views CRV3, KAA2HR, AA/Lithium, AA/NiMH, AA/NiMn Bottom Self Timer/Burst button Battery door Speaker Tripod socket/locator, dock 6000 Flash/Status button Dock connector Shutter button Locator, dock 6000...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    1 Getting Started ..............1 Install Software First..............1 Need This Guide in Larger Print?..........1 What Can I Do With My Camera?...........2 What Can I Do With My Pictures and Videos? ....2 Package Contents..............3 Loading the Battery..............4 Attaching the Wrist Strap ............ 4 Turning On the Camera............
  • Page 8 Using the Advanced Digital Zoom........23 Using the Flash................ 24 Putting Yourself in the Picture...........26 Taking a Burst Series of Pictures ........27 Changing Optional Settings ..........28 Setting Exposure Compensation ........30 Setting Picture Quality............31 Setting Color Mode ..............32 Setting White Balance ............33 Setting ISO Speed..............34...
  • Page 9 Displaying Video Date............58 Viewing Picture/Video Information ........58 5 Sharing Pictures and Videos ........59 When Can I Tag My Pictures and Videos?......59 Tagging Pictures for Printing..........60 Tagging Pictures and Videos for Emailing......61 Tagging Pictures and Videos as Favorites ..... 62...
  • Page 10 7 Installing the Software ..........69 Windows OS-based System Requirements ....69 Mac OS X System Requirements........70 Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x System Requirements ....70 Install the Software..............71 8 Connecting Camera to Computer .......73 Transferring Pictures With the USB Cable ..... 73 Printing Pictures from Your Computer ......
  • Page 11 9 Using the Camera Dock 6000 ........75 Camera Dock 6000 Package Contents ......75 Installing the Custom Camera Insert....... 76 Connecting the Camera Dock 6000 ......... 77 Installing the Rechargeable Battery ........ 78 Docking the Camera..............79 Charging the Battery ............80 Transferring Pictures With the Dock......... 81 Reviewing Pictures and Videos..........
  • Page 12 Original Factory Settings ..........106 Upgrading Your Software and Firmware......107 Tips, Safety, Maintenance ..........107 Storage Capacities ..............108 Locating Pictures and Videos on a Card ....... 109 Picture Naming Conventions ..........110 Power-Saving Features............111 Optional AC Adapter .............. 111 FCC Compliance and Advisory..........112...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started Install Software First Install the software from the Kodak EasyShare software CD before connecting the camera (or camera dock) to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly. See the Quick Start Guide or...

  • Page 14: What Can I Do With My Camera

    74) Print pictures directly to your home printer or Kodak EasyShare printer dock 6000. Order prints online from Ofoto, a Kodak Company. Or purchase an optional Kodak multimedia card (MMC) or a secure digital (SD) card and: Automatically print to any printer with an SD/MMC slot Make prints at an SD/MMC-capable Kodak picture maker, visit http://www.kodak.com/go/picturemaker...

  • Page 15: Package Contents

    3 CRV3 battery (non-rechargeable) Not shown: User’s Guide, Quick Start Guide, wrist strap, Kodak EasyShare software CD. (In some countries, the User’s Guide is provided on a CD.) Contents may change without notice.

  • Page 16: Loading The Battery

    12 for the other types of batteries you can use in your camera. Attaching the Wrist Strap Thread the short loop of the wrist strap through the wrist strap post.

  • Page 17: Turning On The Camera

    (or videos, if the mode dial is set to In Still and Video modes, status icons appear on the camera screen. See Checking Camera Status, page...

  • Page 18: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Setting the Date & Time, First Time The Date & Time have been reset message appears the first time you turn on the camera or if the battery is removed for an extended time. SET DATE & TIME is highlighted. Press the OK button.

  • Page 19: Checking Camera Status

    Chapter 1 Checking Camera Status The icons that appear on the camera screen indicate the active camera and picture settings. See page 8 for a list of the icons. To check the current camera settings: Turn the Mode dial from the Off position.

  • Page 20: Camera Screen Icons

    Chapter 1 Camera Screen Icons These icons appear on your camera screen when the settings are active. Capture Modes Camera/Picture Status (also on Mode dial*) Share Icons Quality Icons Protect Video Best Print Best (3:2) Email Better Auto Favorite Good...

  • Page 21: Inserting An Sd/Mmc Card

    Push the card into the slot to seat the connector. Close the door. To remove the card, push it in, then release it. When the card is partially ejected, pull it out. page 108 for storage capacities. Purchase SD/MMC cards at a dealer of Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/dx6440accessories.

  • Page 22: Choosing Internal Memory Or Sd/Mmc Card

    —Store pictures and videos in 16 MB internal memory. SD/MMC Card —Store pictures and videos on a card. The number/length of pictures/videos depends on the size of the card. Purchase accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/dx6440accessories. storage capacities, see page 108.

  • Page 23: Memory Card

    Chapter 1 Checking Your Storage Setting In Still and Video modes, the storage location icon that appears in the status area indicates the camera’s storage location. To check the location, either: Turn the Mode dial from the Off position, or...

  • Page 24: Important Battery Information

    Choose the replacement battery that fits your needs—and get the best performance. Kodak Battery Replacement Types/Battery Life Your camera can use the following types of batteries. Actual battery life may vary based on usage. CRV3 lithium battery 365 - 455...

  • Page 25: Extending Battery Life

    Purchase an optional Kodak EasyShare printer dock 6000 (see page 74). The printer dock 6000 powers your camera, makes 4 x 6 prints with or without a computer, transfers pictures, and is also a battery charger for its included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack.

  • Page 27: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures The camera is ready to take pictures when you turn it on—even if you are in Review, Share, or Setup. (In Video mode, the camera captures video.) Before you take a picture, make sure the storage location is set the way you want it...

  • Page 28: Picture-Taking Modes

    Night scenes or low-light conditions. For shutter Night speeds slower than 1/60 second, place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Due to slow shutter speeds, advise people to stay still for a few seconds after the flash fires.

  • Page 29: Pas Mode

    NOTE: The aperture setting may be affected when using optical zoom. Shutter Priority Mode Use Shutter priority mode when you want to manually control the shutter speed and exposure compensation. The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. Shutter priority mode is primarily used to prevent blur when...
  • Page 30 See page 19 for option descriptions. In each PAS mode, you can change only the options that are highlighted in white. Unavailable options are grey. Press the Menu button to change other settings. See this Chapter (2) for details.
  • Page 31 Color. The settings, including Flash, remain active for PAS mode even when you change modes or turn off the camera. This is the place to set and keep your custom settings. IMPORTANT: Use Reset...

  • Page 32: Liveview-Framing With The Camera Screen

    NOTE: If Quality is set to Best (3:2), the Liveview image is displayed at a 3:2 aspect ratio, as shown, with a black bar at the top of the screen. To change the Liveview setting so that it is on whenever the camera is on, see page...

  • Page 33: Using The Auto Focus Framing Marks

    Chapter 2 Using the Auto Focus Framing Marks In Liveview, the framing marks indicate the area of your scene that the camera is focusing on. For the best possible pictures, the camera attempts to focus on foreground subjects, even if the subjects are not centered in the scene.

  • Page 34: Quickview-Reviewing The Picture Just Taken

    Chapter 2 Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just Taken After you take a picture, the camera screen displays a Quickview of that picture for approximately 5 seconds. While the picture is displayed, you can: Review it: If you take no action, the picture Delete is saved.

  • Page 35: Using The Optical Zoom

    Use Optical Zoom to get up to 4X closer to your subject. Optical zoom is effective when the lens is no closer than 19.7 in. (50 cm) to the subject. When you turn on the camera, the lens extends to the Wide Angle position.

  • Page 36: Using The Flash

    Flash is effective between 1.6-16.7 ft (0.5-5.1 m) in Wide angle and between 2.5-8.5 ft (0.75-2.6 m) in Telephoto. The flash setting can be changed in any Still mode. The default flash setting is restored when you exit the mode or turn off the camera, except in PAS mode...

  • Page 37: Flash Settings In Each Mode

    Auto Portrait Auto* Night Auto* Landscape Off Long Time Exposure Close-up Auto Reset manual options (page 38). None Flash cannot be Video turned on. Burst * In these modes, when you change to Red-eye, it remains until you change it.

  • Page 38: Putting Yourself In The Picture

    Chapter 2 Putting Yourself in the Picture The Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time the picture is taken. Place the camera on a flat surface or use a Self tripod.

  • Page 39: Taking A Burst Series Of Pictures

    Press the Shutter button half-way and hold to set the auto-focus and exposure for all the pictures in the sequence. Press the Shutter button the rest of the way down and hold it to take the pictures. The camera takes up to 6 pictures in quick succession. It stops taking pictures when the Shutter button is released, when 6 pictures are taken, or when there is no more storage space.

  • Page 40: Changing Optional Settings

    Chapter 2 Changing Optional Settings Press the Menu button to access optional picture-taking settings. All menu options are not available in all modes. Mode dial Turn for picture Menu taking button modes Picture Taking Modes Video Auto Landscape Close-up PAS...
  • Page 41 Long Time Exp. (page Exp. Metering (page Focus Zone (page Reset (page Set Album (page Date Stamp (page Orientation Sensor (page Setup (page * Long Time Exposure for PAS is available as shutter speed in S (Shutter priority) mode only.

  • Page 42: Setting Exposure Compensation

    Chapter 2 Setting Exposure Compensation Use Exposure Compensation to control how much light enters the camera. This setting is useful for taking pictures in high-contrast scenes, or for retaking pictures when you are not satisfied with the brightness. Adjust the exposure by plus or minus 2 steps in 1/2-step increments.

  • Page 43: Setting Picture Quality

    Best (3:2) (3.5 MP)—for printing up to 11 x 14 in.(28 x 36 cm); also ideal for printing to the Kodak EasyShare printer dock 6000 and other printing solutions (see page 74).

  • Page 44: Setting Color Mode

    Sepia—for pictures with a reddish-brown, antique look. Press the Menu button to exit the menu. This setting remains until you change the Mode dial or turn off the camera; or, if it was set while in PAS mode, until you use Reset (page 38) to return to the default setting.

  • Page 45: Setting White Balance

    Setting White Balance Whites can look white in daylight, but different under other lighting conditions. Use White Balance to correct the color shifts that result from shooting pictures under different light sources. NOTE: White Balance is available in Landscape, Close-up, and PAS modes.

  • Page 46: Setting Iso Speed

    Chapter 2 Setting ISO Speed The ISO setting controls the camera’s sensitivity to light. Use a lower ISO setting in brightly lit scenes; use a higher ISO setting for low-light scenes. NOTE: ISO settings are available in Landscape, Close-up, and PAS modes.

  • Page 47: Setting Long Time Exposure

    Setting Long Time Exposure In Landscape mode, use Long Time Exposure to control how long the shutter stays open and to portray a sense of motion. Settings range from 0.7 to 4 seconds. NOTE: Long Time Exposure cannot be used with Exposure Compensation or manual ISO speed setting.

  • Page 48: Setting Exposure Metering

    Setting Exposure Metering Your camera uses matrix metering to set exposure values; it evaluates light levels in multiple locations within the scene to provide the best exposure for the main subject. Use Exposure Metering to target specific areas of a scene for evaluation.

  • Page 49: Setting Focus Zone

    Chapter 2 Setting Focus Zone If you do not get the composition and focus results you want by using framing marks (page 21), use the Focus Zone feature to select a large or a concentrated area of focus. NOTE: Focus Zone is available in Close-up and PAS modes.

  • Page 50: Resetting Pas Settings To Defaults

    Chapter 2 Resetting PAS Settings to Defaults Reset is available in PAS mode only; it returns all settings to the original factory defaults. Reset does not change settings for any mode except PAS. See page 28 for a list of the settings.

  • Page 51: Pre-Tagging For Album Names

    Then, all the pictures you take are tagged with those album names. First—On Your Computer Use Kodak EasyShare software, V 3.0 or higher, to create album names on your computer, then copy up to 32 album names to the camera’s internal memory.

  • Page 52: Placing The Date On Pictures

    This setting remains until you change it. Third—Transfer to Your Computer When you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer, the Kodak EasyShare software opens and categorizes your pictures in the appropriate album folder. See the Kodak EasyShare software Help for details.

  • Page 53: Setting The Orientation Sensor

    If you rotate the camera to take a picture (for example, a portrait shot), the Orientation Sensor reorients the picture so that it is displayed correct side up. The Orientation Sensor is turned on as the default. You can turn it off so that pictures are displayed in their original orientation.

  • Page 55: Taking Videos

    Taking Videos Use Video mode to take videos or to customize video-taking settings. Before you take a video, make sure your picture storage location is set the way you want it (see page 10). NOTE: Flash is not available in Video mode.

  • Page 56: Quickview-Reviewing The Video Just Taken

    Chapter 3 Quickview—Reviewing the Video Just Taken After you take a video, the camera screen displays the first frame of the video for approximately 5 seconds. While the frame is displayed, you can: Play it: Press the OK button. Press to adjust the volume.

  • Page 57: Using The Optical Zoom

    Chapter 3 Using the Optical Zoom Use Optical Zoom to get up to 4X closer to your subject. When you turn on the camera, the lens is set to the Wide Angle position. NOTE: You can change Optical Zoom before (but not during) video recording.

  • Page 58: Pre-Tagging For Album Names

    Then, all the videos you take are tagged with those album names. First—On Your Computer Use Kodak EasyShare software, V 3.0 or higher, to create album names on your computer, then copy up to 32 album names to the camera’s internal memory.

  • Page 59: Putting Yourself In The Video

    Chapter 3 Putting Yourself in the Video The Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time video recording begins. Place the camera on a flat surface or use a Self Timer tripod.

  • Page 61: Reviewing Pictures And Videos

    Reviewing Pictures and Videos Press the Review button to view and work with your pictures and videos. To save battery power, place your camera in the optional Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000 to review pictures and videos (see page 82).

  • Page 62: Viewing Multiple Pictures And Videos

    Press to scroll through the thumbnails one at a time. The selected picture is highlighted in yellow. Press the OK button to display a single view of the selected picture. Playing a Video Press the Review button. Press to locate a video (or highlight one in multiple view).

  • Page 63: Deleting Pictures And Videos

    To delete other pictures and videos, press To exit delete, highlight EXIT then press the OK button; or just press the Delete button again. NOTE: You cannot delete protected pictures and videos in this manner. Remove...

  • Page 64: Changing Optional Review Settings

    Press to see different parts of the picture. Press the OK button to redisplay the picture at the 1X (original) size. Press to locate a different picture, or press the Review button to exit Review mode.

  • Page 65: Protecting Pictures And Videos From Deletion

    Chapter 4 Protecting Pictures and Videos From Deletion Press the Review button, then locate the picture or video to protect. Press the Menu button. Press to highlight Protect , then Protect icon press the OK button. The picture or video is protected and cannot be deleted.

  • Page 66: Tagging Pictures/Videos For Albums

    Chapter 4 Tagging Pictures/Videos for Albums Use the Album feature in Review mode to tag the pictures and videos in your camera with album names. First—On Your Computer Use Kodak EasyShare software, V 3.0 or higher, to create album names on your computer, then copy up to 32 album names to the camera’s internal memory.

  • Page 67: Running A Slide Show

    See Kodak EasyShare software Help for details. Running a Slide Show Use the Slide Show to display your pictures and videos on the camera screen. To run a slide show on a television or on any external device, see page 56.

  • Page 68: Displaying Pictures/Videos On A Television

    The camera screen turns off; the television screen acts as the camera display. Review pictures and videos on the television screen. NOTE: The slide show stops if you connect or disconnect the cable while the slide show is running.

  • Page 69: Copying Pictures And Videos

    Chapter 4 Copying Pictures and Videos You can copy pictures and videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory to a card. Before you copy, make sure that: A card is inserted in the camera. The camera’s picture storage location is set to the location from which you are copying.

  • Page 70: Displaying Video Date

    Chapter 4 Displaying Video Date To display the capture date and time (only during video playback on the camera): Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. Press to highlight Video Date Display , then press the OK button.

  • Page 71: Sharing Pictures And Videos

    44). After pressing the Review button (see page 49). NOTE: Tags remain until removed. If a tagged picture or video is copied, the tag is not copied. In a burst series, only the last picture is tagged during Quickview.

  • Page 72: Tagging Pictures For Printing

    * To tag all pictures in the storage location, highlight Print All , press the OK button, then indicate the number of copies as described above. Print All is not available in Quickview. To remove the print tagging for all pictures in the storage location, highlight Cancel Prints, then press the OK button.

  • Page 73: Tagging Pictures And Videos For Emailing

    When the picture you want is displayed, press OK. To send the pictures to more than one address, repeat step 3 for each address. Selected addresses are checked. To remove a selection, highlight a checked address and press the OK button.

  • Page 74: Tagging Pictures And Videos As Favorites

    Press the Share button to exit the menu. Using Favorites On Your Computer When you transfer Favorite pictures and videos to your computer, you can use Kodak EasyShare software to retrieve, organize, and label them by subject, date, event, or any category you choose.

  • Page 75: Customizing Your Camera Settings

    Customizing Your Camera Settings Use Setup to customize camera settings according to your preferences. To Access Setup Mode/Menus In any mode (including Review), press the Menu button. Press to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. Setup Menus Return to previous menu Date &...

  • Page 76: Changing The Default Print Quantity

    Press the Menu button to exit the menu. This setting remains until you change it. Turning Off Quickview After you take a picture or video, Quickview displays it on the camera screen for approximately 5 seconds (see page 22 page 44).

  • Page 77: Turning On Liveview In Still Modes

    Turning On Liveview in Still Modes The Liveview feature lets you use the camera screen as a viewfinder (see page 20). The default setting is Liveview Off. You must press the OK button to turn it on. IMPORTANT: Liveview quickly depletes battery power; use it sparingly.

  • Page 78: Changing Advanced Digital Zoom

    None—disables digital zoom. Press the Menu button to exit the menu. NOTE: Advanced Digital Zoom cannot be activated unless Liveview is on. Turning Off the Shutter Sound Press the Menu button. Press to highlight Setup , then press the OK button.

  • Page 79: Setting Video Out

    Chapter 6 Setting Video Out Video Out is a regional setting that lets you successfully connect to a television or other external device (see page 56). Press the Menu button. Press to highlight Setup , then press the OK button.

  • Page 80: Formatting Internal Memory Or Sd/Mmc Card

    Chapter 6 Formatting Internal Memory or SD/MMC Card CAUTION: Formatting erases all pictures and videos, including those that are protected. Removing a card during formatting may damage the card. Press the Menu button. Press to highlight Setup , then press the OK button.

  • Page 81: Installing The Software

    64 MB of available RAM (128 MB recommended) 100 MB of available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Built-in USB port Color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels; High Color (16-bit) or True Color (24-bit) recommended Internet access for online printing and emailing...

  • Page 82: Mac Os X System Requirements

    Color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels; thousands or millions of colors recommended Internet access for online printing and emailing NOTE: Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x do not support the Share button functions. Mac OS X is recommended for full functionality.

  • Page 83: Install The Software

    For information on the software applications included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD, click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software. NOTE: Computers with Windows 2000, Windows XP Pro, or Mac OS X operating systems need administrator privileges to install the software.
  • Page 84 Windows OS-based computers—select Complete to automatically install all applications. Select Custom to choose the applications you wish to install. Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x—select Easy to automatically install the most commonly used applications. Mac OS X—follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: When prompted, take a few minutes to electronically register your camera and software.

  • Page 85: Connecting Camera To Computer

    Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly. You can transfer pictures and videos from the camera to the computer using: The (included) USB cable. The (optional) Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000. See page 77 connecting with the camera dock.

  • Page 86: Printing Pictures From Your Computer

    You can also use a Kodak multi-card reader or Kodak SD multimedia card reader-writer to transfer your pictures. Printing Pictures from Your Computer For details on printing pictures from your computer, click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software. Ordering Prints Online Kodak EasyShare print service (provided by Ofoto www.ofoto.com) is one of...

  • Page 87: Using The Camera Dock 6000

    Charges the included Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack. (Install the battery pack in the camera for charging.) Supplies power to the camera. You can purchase a camera dock at a dealer of Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/dx6440accessories. Camera Dock 6000 Package Contents...

  • Page 88: Installing The Custom Camera Insert

    A universal insert is pre-installed in the camera dock. It allows all Kodak EasyShare CX/DX6000 series and LS600 series cameras to use the camera dock. A custom insert is included with your camera. It provides a perfect fit for your Kodak EasyShare DX6340 zoom digital camera. Remove the Universal Insert Place your thumbs against the front of the universal insert.

  • Page 89: Connecting The Camera Dock 6000

    IMPORTANT: Use only the AC adapter, 5-volt included with the camera dock 6000. Other adapters may cause damage to your camera, camera dock, or AC adapter. Leave the camera dock connected so it’s always ready to transfer pictures and videos.

  • Page 90: Installing The Rechargeable Battery

    Installing the Rechargeable Battery You received a non-rechargeable CRV3 starter battery with your camera. To take full advantage of your camera dock 6000, replace the CRV3 battery with the Kodak EasyShare Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack that is packaged with the camera dock.

  • Page 91: Docking The Camera

    Chapter 9 Docking the Camera To charge the battery or to transfer pictures and videos from the camera to the computer: Flip down the camera dock foot. Alignment Pins The camera dock now sits at the proper angle for viewing the camera screen.

  • Page 92: Charging The Battery

    If the battery requires charging, charging begins after a brief battery check. Full charging takes about 2.5 hours. Charging stops if you turn on the camera. If the camera is left in the camera dock with the power on, charging resumes when the camera enters auto...

  • Page 93: Transferring Pictures With The Dock

    Cause Steady The camera is properly seated in the camera dock. The camera dock is connected to AC power and to a computer via the USB cable. Blinking Pictures are being transferred to the computer. The camera is not seated in the camera dock (page 79).

  • Page 94: Reviewing Pictures And Videos

    Chapter 9 Reviewing Pictures and Videos When the camera is in the dock, the camera is powered by the dock, not the camera batteries. Save battery power by using the dock to review pictures and videos on the camera screen.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting-Camera Dock 6000

    Chapter 9 Troubleshooting—Camera Dock 6000 Problem Cause Solution Cannot transfer Software is not Disconnect USB cable and remove pictures to the installed. camera from dock. Install computer. EasyShare software (page 71). Software is installed Disconnect the USB cable and incorrectly.

  • Page 96: Earlier Cameras And Docks

    Chapter 9 Earlier Cameras and Docks Your Kodak EasyShare camera dock 6000 requires a Kodak EasyShare CX/DX6000 or LS600 series digital camera. Earlier camera models (Kodak EasyShare 4000 series and previous) require the original Kodak EasyShare camera dock or camera dock II.

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you have questions about your camera, start here. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the Kodak EasyShare software CD. For camera dock 6000 troubleshooting, see page 83. For updates to Troubleshooting information, visit www.kodak.com/go/dx6440support.
  • Page 98 Shutter button Camera is not turned Turn on the camera does not work. (page The camera is Wait until the ready light stops processing a picture; blinking before attempting to take the ready light (near another picture. the viewfinder) is blinking.
  • Page 99 Turn on the flash (page 24). dark. The subject is too far Move so there is no more than away for the flash to 16.7 ft (5.1 m) between the have an effect. camera and the subject; 8.5 ft (2.6 m) in Telephoto.
  • Page 100 Chapter 10 Problem Cause Solution Picture is too The flash is not needed. Change to Auto flash or Flash Off light. (page 24). The subject was too Move so there is at least 1.6 ft (0.5 close for flash. m) in Wide; 2.5 ft (0.75 m) in Tele between camera and subject.
  • Page 101 Clean the lens (page 107). clear. Subject too close when Move so there is at least 19.7 in. taking picture. (50 cm) between the camera and the subject, or at least 3.9 in. (10 cm) at Wide in Close-up mode.

  • Page 102: Camera/Computer Communications

    80). communication problems with Some Advanced Power See the Power Management section a camera dock Management utilities on of the laptop user’s guide to disable 6000, see laptops turn off ports to this feature. page 83.) save battery life. USB cable is not Connect cable to camera and securely connected.

  • Page 103: Sd/Mmc Cards And Internal Memory

    Chapter 10 Problem Cause Solution Cannot transfer Software is not installed. Disconnect USB cable. (If using pictures. camera dock, disconnect cable and remove camera from dock). Install (The Add New EasyShare software (page 71). Hardware Wizard cannot Software is installed Disconnect the USB cable.

  • Page 104: Camera Screen Messages

    Chapter 10 Problem Cause Solution Camera freezes Camera detects an Turn the camera off, then back on. up when a card error when the card Make sure the camera is off when is inserted or was inserted or inserting or removing a card.
  • Page 105 To restore them, see Kodak EasyShare software Help.) No memory card (Files There is no card in the Insert a card (page not copied) camera. Pictures were not copied. Not enough space to...
  • Page 106 (page 51). Internal memory is full (Cannot save Share/ Album tagging) Date and time have This is the first time you Reset the clock (page been reset turned on the camera; or the battery has been removed for an extended period of time;...
  • Page 107 (page 51), insert a new card, or change storage location to internal memory (page 10). Internal Memory is full There is no more space Transfer pictures to the in the camera’s internal computer (page 73), memory. delete pictures from the...

  • Page 108: Camera Ready Light Status

    Ready light does not Camera is not turned Turn on the camera turn on and the (page camera does not Battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery work. (page 80) or install a new (page Mode dial was on Turn Mode dial off, then when battery was back on.
  • Page 109 Chapter 10 Status Cause Solution Ready light blinks Flash is not charged. Wait. Resume picture taking yellow. when the light stops blinking and turns green. Auto exposure or Release the Shutter button auto focus are not and recompose the picture.

  • Page 111: Getting Help

    View online tutorials www.kodak.com/go/howto Help in this Manual Troubleshooting, page 85 for help with problems you may have with your camera, camera/computer connections, or SD/MMC cards. See page 75 help with the EasyShare camera dock 6000. Software Help Click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software.

  • Page 112: Telephone Customer Support

    Chapter 11 Telephone Customer Support If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, you may speak with a customer support representative. Before You Call Have the camera or camera dock connected to your computer. Be at your computer.

  • Page 113: Telephone Numbers

    Italy/Italia 02 696 33452 Japan 03 5644 5050 Korea 00798 631 0024 Netherlands/Nederland 020 346 9372 New Zealand 0800 440 786 Norway/Norge 23 16 21 33 Philippines 1 800 1 888 9600 Portugal 021 415 4125 Singapore 800 6363 036...
  • Page 114 001 800 631 0017 0870 243 0270 United States 1 800 235 6325 Outside the United States 585 726 7260 International Toll Line +44 131 458 6714 International Toll Fax +44 131 458 6962 For the most up-to-date listings, visit: http://www.kodak.com/US/en/digital/contacts/DAIInternationalContacts.shtml...

  • Page 115: Appendix

    Tele: 2.5-8.5 ft (0.75-2.6 m) f/4.8 Charging Time Less than 9.0 seconds with charged battery Focus zone Multi-zone, center zone Image 1/2.5 in. interline transfer CCD, 4:3 aspect ratio, RGB Bayer CFA, sensor 4.23 M pixels (2408 x 1758 pixels)
  • Page 116 Focus Distance Standard Wide: 19.7 in. (50 cm) to infinity Standard Tele: 29.5 in. (75 cm) to infinity Close-up Wide: 3.9 to 23.6 in. (10 cm to 60 cm) Close-up Tele: 9.8 to 33.5 in. (25 cm to 85 cm)

  • Page 117: Shutter Speeds

    Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent Zoom (still capture) 4X optical, 3.8X digital Shutter Speeds For shutter speeds slower than 1/30 second, place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. Picture Taking Mode Available Shutter Speeds Auto, Portrait, Wide: 1/2200-1/60 sec., Tele: 1/2200-1/125 sec.

  • Page 118: Original Factory Settings

    Color Mode Color Date/Time 2003/01/01; 12:00 Date/Time Stamp Default Print Quantity Exposure Compensation Exposure Metering Mode Multi-pattern Flash Auto, Sport, Portrait, Night, PAS: Auto Landscape, Close-up, Video, Burst: Off Focus Zone Multi-zone Image Storage Auto ISO Speed Auto Language English...

  • Page 119: Upgrading Your Software And Firmware

    White Balance Auto Upgrading Your Software and Firmware Download the latest versions of the software included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD and the camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera). Visit www.kodak.com/go/dx6440downloads. Tips, Safety, Maintenance Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety Instructions”...

  • Page 120: Storage Capacities

    Kodak Web site at www.kodak.com/go/dx6440support. Storage Capacities File sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. Purchase accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/dx6440accessories. Video Storage Capacity...

  • Page 121: Locating Pictures And Videos On A Card

    Pictures stored on SD/MMC Cards use a standard (DCF-Digital Camera Format) agreed upon by many camera manufacturers. This lets you use the cards in different cameras. If you use a card reader to retrieve your files, the following description of the card file structure may be helpful.

  • Page 122: Picture Naming Conventions

    Burst Pictures When a burst series is initiated, a letter “B” replaces the underscore in the file name. When a burst series is initiated or ended, the second digit to the left of the decimal is incremented by 1. Image Mode...

  • Page 123: Power-Saving Features

    These settings cannot be changed. Optional AC Adapter You can purchase an optional Kodak 3-volt AC adapter to power your camera. Use it to save battery power when reviewing and transferring pictures. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-In port.

  • Page 124: Fcc Compliance And Advisory

    Tested to comply with FCC Standards. FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 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.
  • Page 125 Index flash, 24 A/V out, v, 56, 67 focus framing marks, 21 AC adapter focus sensor, iii 3-volt, camera, 111 mode, 16 5-volt, camera dock, 77 power-down, 111 accessories AC adapter, camera, 111 batteries battery, 13 alkaline warning, 4 buying, 99...
  • Page 126 65 shutter, iii, vi using as viewfinder, 20 zoom, iv, 23 Canadian compliance, 112 card, memory, 110 caring for your camera, 107 cable changing audio/video, 3, 56 PAS modes, 18 power, camera dock, 77 picture taking mode, 16...
  • Page 127 Index camera dock, 77 from internal memory, 51 camera to camera dock, 79 from SD/MMC Card, 51 camera to computer, 73 protected pictures/videos, 53 contents, package digital zoom camera, 3 changing, 66 camera dock, 75 using, 23 copy pictures diopter dial, iv, 22...
  • Page 128 Index file names, card, 110 technical support, 99 fill flash, 24 web links, 99 firmware upgrading, 107 icons version, 68 camera screen, 8 flash mode dial, 16 button, iv picture taking modes, 16 distance range, 24 review menu, 52 settings, 24...
  • Page 129 35 Kodak web sites, 99 Macintosh landscape mode, 16 installing software on, 71 language, setting, 67 system requirements, 70 LCD (liquid crystal display). See magnify picture, 52 camera screen maintenance, camera, 107 lens matrix metering, 36 cleaning, 108...
  • Page 130 MISC folder, card, 109 package contents mode dial, iv, 16 camera, 3 modes, picture taking camera dock, 75 available shutter speeds, 105 PAL, video out setting, 67 flash settings, 25 PAS mode menu options, 28—29 on mode dial, 17 overview, 16 overview, 17...
  • Page 131 77 requirements on/off, iv Macintosh, 70 printer dock, 74 Windows, 69 printing reset, PAS settings to defaults, 38 4 x 6 prints, 31 resolution, setting, 31 changing default quantity, 64 review button, iv, 49 from a card, 74 reviewing pictures...
  • Page 132 108 shutter self timer button, vi button, iv problems, 86 light, iii self timer delay, 26, 47 with pictures, 26 speed, checking, 18 with videos, 47 speed, setting, 18, 19, 35 sensor speeds, available, 105 auto focus, iii...
  • Page 133 11 trash can, deleting, 22, 44 storage capacity, 108 tripod socket, vi strap, wrist, 4 troubleshooting support, technical, 100 camera, 85 system folder, card, 109 camera dock, 83 system requirements turning camera on and off, 5 Macintosh, 70...
  • Page 134 49 universal insert, 76 viewfinder upgrading software, location, iv firmware, 107 using camera screen, 20 URLs, Kodak web sites, 99 viewing USB (universal serial bus) camera information, 68 connecting to camera, 73 magnified picture, 52 connecting to camera picture after taking, 22, 49...

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