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Kodak EasyShare 300 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Kodak EasyShare photo printer 300 User’s Guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto...
  • Page 2 Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, New York 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2004 All screen images are simulated. Kodak, EasyShare, and XtraLife are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. P/N 4J3105...
  • Page 3 Front/top/side view On/Off button/light Color cartridge light Paper tray www.kodak.com/go/support Paper tray door USB device connector (for PictBridge compatible device) Paper light Product features...
  • Page 4 Product features Back/top/side view Power connector (DC-in) USB connector (to computer) Cooling vents Slot for paper path Color cartridge (installed as shown) Cartridge door www.kodak.com/go/support...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Getting started ...1 Finding a location for your photo printer... 1 Connecting and turning on the power ... 2 Handling and storing the color cartridge ... 3 Installing and removing the color cartridge ... 3 Handling and storing the paper ... 4 Loading the paper...
  • Page 6 Table of contents 6 Troubleshooting ...20 Printing problems... 20 Photo printer status lights ... 26 7 Getting help ...29 Helpful links... 29 Telephone customer support ... 30 8 Appendix ...31 Photo printer specifications ... 31 Important safety instructions ... 32 Upgrading your software and firmware...

  • 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 And Turning On The Power

    Getting started Connecting and turning on the power RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Use only the AC power adapter included with your photo printer. Other adapters or cords can damage your camera, photo printer, or computer. Turning the power off To turn the power off, press and hold the On/Off button for two seconds.

  • Page 9: Handling And Storing The Color Cartridge

    (such as a vehicle parked in the sun). Installing and removing the color cartridge 1 Open the cartridge door on the side of the photo printer. IMPORTANT: The color cartridge may lock in place if there is a paper error. Do not attempt to remove the cartridge without first clearing the paper error.

  • Page 10: Handling And Storing The Paper

    ■ When storing paper, do not remove paper that is in the paper tray. Instead, remove the paper tray itself, then close the paper tray cover and paper tray door to keep out dust and debris. www.kodak.com/go/support...

  • Page 11: Loading The Paper

    Loading the paper 1 Remove the paper tray from the photo printer if installed (see Purchase Kodak color cartridge & 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 And Removing The Paper Tray

    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. Pull the paper tray out to remove it.

  • Page 13: Setting The Picture Quality On Your Digital Camera

    Before taking pictures, change the picture quality setting (or resolution) on your digital camera to . This ensures that the pictures you take are proportional to the photo printer paper, preventing unwanted cropping of your pictures. See your camera user’s guide for more information.

  • Page 14: Printing From A Pictbridge Compatible Camera

    Printing from a PictBridge compatible camera The Kodak EasyShare photo printer 300 offers PictBridge compatibility, which lets you print from your Kodak EasyShare digital camera or any PictBridge compatible camera or device. 1 Take pictures with your camera (see your camera user’s guide).

  • Page 15: Removing The Perforated Tabs From The Paper

    Canceling printing To cancel printing, press and hold the On/Off button for two seconds. The photo printer finishes the current print coating, ejects the print, then powers off. www.kodak.com/go/support Printing from a PictBridge compatible camera 1 Fold the tabs up, then down.

  • Page 16: Installing Software

    IMPORTANT: Install Kodak EasyShare software before connecting the photo printer to the 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. www.kodak.com/go/support...
  • Page 17 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 18: Uninstalling The Software

    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 19: Printing From A Computer

    Printing from a computer Connecting to a computer 1 Make sure Kodak EasyShare software is installed on the computer (see www.kodak.com/go/support 2 Plug the labeled with the photo printer) into the labeled USB port on your computer. See your computer documentation for details.

  • Page 20: Printing With Kodak Easyshare Software

    Printing from a computer Printing with Kodak EasyShare software We recommend using Kodak EasyShare software (included) for printing pictures from your computer. This software lets you take advantage of a wide range of features, including full color enhancement, red-eye reduction, picture organization, and more.

  • Page 21: Choosing A Color Mode

    Printing from a computer Choosing a color mode Kodak’s color mode feature uses automatic color correction to help you make great-looking prints. The Kodak EasyShare photo printer 300 features three color mode options: Enhanced—to get richer, more vivid colors. Natural—to get great, natural color for everyday picture-making.

  • Page 22: Canceling Printing

    Printing from a computer Mac OS X: 1 Make sure the photo printer is selected as the current printer. 2 From an application File menu, select Print. 3 Select Color Control from the Copies & Pages pop-up menu. 4 Select Kodak color.

  • Page 23: Care And Maintenance

    IMPORTANT: 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 with a clean, dry cloth. Avoid placing objects on the photo printer. ■...

  • Page 24: 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 25: Traveling With Your Photo Printer

    3 Repack the photo printer in the original packing box, or use a travel bag (sold separately). Purchase an AC power cord, travel bag, and other accessories at a retailer of Kodak products, or visit www.kodak.com/go/accessories. www.kodak.com/go/support...

  • Page 26: 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/photoprinters. Printing problems If... Try the following...
  • Page 27 Remove the color cartridge, remove any slack from the ribbon, then re-install the cartridge www.kodak.com/go/support Use only Kodak color cartridge & paper kits for your photo printer. Do not use inkjet paper. (page Check the paper slot on the back of the photo printer for jammed paper: The color cartridge may lock in place if there is a paper error.
  • Page 28 NOTE: When storing paper, do not remove paper that is in the paper tray. Instead, remove the paper tray itself, then close the paper tray cover and paper tray door to keep out dust and debris. Use only Kodak color cartridge & paper kits for your photo printer. Do not use inkjet paper. (page...
  • Page 29 Try the following IMPORTANT: 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 30 ■ Close unnecessary software applications. Disconnect then reconnect the USB cable from the photo printer to the computer ■ Make sure Kodak EasyShare software is installed necessary. If you choose Custom installation, make sure to install the printer driver. ■...
  • Page 31 Printing is slow NOTE: When printing a large number of prints, printing may slow down to prevent the print head from overheating. ■ Make sure the photo printer is not placed in direct sunlight or is not operating in a high-temperature environment. ■...

  • Page 32: Photo Printer Status Lights

    Make sure the Paper light is off before attempting to remove the cartridge (see Paper light). None required. Connect the power and press (page None required. None required. www.kodak.com/go/support to turn the power on...
  • Page 33 The color cartridge is depleted. steady The color cartridge is not installed or is not fully seated. www.kodak.com/go/support Action/solution The color cartridge may lock in place if there is a paper error. Do not attempt to remove the cartridge without first clearing the paper error.
  • Page 34 (page The paper feed roller may be dirty. Still having problems? Visit www.kodak.com/go/support, or see camera manufacturer. Action/solution The color cartridge may lock in place if there is a paper error. Do not attempt to remove the cartridge without first clearing the paper error.

  • Page 35: Getting Help

    Software Get information on EasyShare software Get help with the Windows operating system and working with digital pictures Other Get support for Kodak docks, cameras, software, accessories, more Get information on Kodak EasyShare printer docks and photo printers Get information on Kodak inkjet...

  • Page 36: Telephone Customer Support

    Getting help Telephone customer support If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or photo printer, you may speak with a customer support representative. Before you call, have the camera or printer connected to your computer. Be at your computer, and have the following information available: ■...

  • Page 37: Appendix

    Appendix Photo printer specifications For more specifications, visit www.kodak.com/go/photoprinters. Photo printer specifications Printing process Operating environment (for optimum picture quality) Power Print speed Dimensions Weight Print size Paper size with perforated tabs Picture resolution www.kodak.com/go/support Thermal dye transfer Temperature: 50 to 95 °F (10 to 35 °C)

  • Page 38: Important Safety Instructions

    Read and follow these instructions before using Kodak products. Always follow basic safety procedures. ■ The use of an accessory attachment that is not recommended by Kodak, such as an AC adapter, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. CAUTION: Do not disassemble this product;...

  • Page 39: Warranty

    This limited warranty will be honored only within the geographical location that Kodak digital cameras and accessories were purchased. Kodak will REPAIR or REPLACE Kodak digital cameras and accessories if they fail to function properly during the warranty period, subject to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein.
  • Page 40 Limitations Request for Warranty service will not be accepted without proof of date of purchase, such as a copy of the original dated Kodak digital camera or accessory sales receipt. (Always keep the original for your records.) This warranty does not apply to the battery(s) used in digital cameras or accessories.

  • Page 41: Regulatory Information

    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 42: Canadian Doc Statement

    FCC regulation. Canadian DOC statement DOC Class B compliance—This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Observation des normes-Class B—Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. www.kodak.com/go/support...
  • Page 43 (DC-in), ii, 2 USB (from device), 8 USB (to computer), ii, 13 cooling vents, ii customer support, 30 DC-in, power connector, ii, 2 disposal and recycling, 33 door cartridge, ii, 3 paper tray, i, 6 EasyShare software. See Kodak EasyShare software...
  • Page 44 6 software, 10 Kodak EasyShare software help, 29 installing, 10 printing with, 14 uninstalling, 12 Kodak web sites, 29 lights color cartridge, i, 27 on/off, i, 26 paper, i, 28 status, 26 Macintosh OS installing software on, 10...
  • Page 45 9, 16 from a computer, 13 from applications, 14 from PictBridge compatible camera, 8 problems, 20 with Kodak EasyShare software, 14 quality setting on camera, 7 recycling and disposal, 33 regulatory information Canadian compliance, 36 FCC compliance, 35 requirements, system, 10 www.kodak.com/go/support...
  • Page 46 Index uninstalling software, 12 upgrading software & firmware, 29, 32 URLs, Kodak web sites, 29 cable, 8, 13 connector (from device), 8 connector (to computer), ii, 13 vents, cooling, ii warranty, 33 Windows OS installing software on, 10 system requirements, 10 uninstalling software, 12 www.kodak.com/go/support...

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