6B0935_A DCS 300 SERIES DIGITAL CAMERAS; USER'S GUIDE-ENGLISH; FRONT COVER TRIM SIZE: 7.5 (W) X 9.0 (H) INCHES M. DE MEYER, CORPORATE DESIGN AND USABILITY CENTER, 03.16.99 FONTS USED IN THIS ARTWORK: UNIVERS 55 REGULAR, UNIVERS 65 BOLD COLORS USED IN THIS ARTWORK: PROCESS, SPOT COLOR KODAK YELLOW DCS 300 Series Digital Cameras User’s Guide for DCS 300 Series Digital Cameras USER'S GUIDE-FRONT COVER 7.5 (W) x 9.
Table of Contents Package Contents ..................................................................................... 1-2 Camera Accessories ................................................................................. 1-2 Features .................................................................................................... 1-3 Camera Nomenclature ............................................................................. 1-5 Camera Front ....................................................
Lenses .................................................................................................... 1-19 Mounting the Lens ........................................................................ 1-19 Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture ................................... 1-21 Removing the Lens ....................................................................... 1-22 Non-CPU Lenses and Lens Adapters ............................................ 1-22 Antialiasing Filter .......................
Configuring Your Camera ...........................................3-1 Camera Properties .................................................................................... 3-3 Setting Camera Properties ............................................................... 3-3 Using a PC Card ...........................................................4-1 PC Cards .................................................................................................. 4-1 Inserting a PC Card ...........................
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode (A) ................................. 6-13 Manual Exposure Mode (M) ......................................................... 6-14 Operating in Auto-Multi Program ......................................................... 6-15 Operating in Flexible Program .............................................................. 6-17 Operating in Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode.............................. 6-18 Operating in Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode .................
Self-Timer Operation ............................................................................... 7-1 Exposure Compensation .......................................................................... 7-3 Obtaining a Meter Reading in Manual Exposure Mode .................. 7-6 Exposure Compensation Operation ................................................. 7-7 Auto Exposure Bracketing .............................................................. 7-9 Using the Quick Recall (QR) Function..................
Slow Sync ....................................................................................... 8-5 Rear-Curtain Sync .......................................................................... 8-5 Selecting Flash Sync Mode ............................................................. 8-6 Tips .................................................................................................. 8-8 Using the Built-in Flash ...........................................................................
Associating Sound Files With Images ................................................... 9-10 Deleting Images ..................................................................................... 9-12 Deleting More Than One Image .................................................... 9-13 Connecting your Camera to a Computer ...................10-1 Advantages to Using an IEEE 1394 Connection ................................... 10-1 Advantages to Using a Card Reader ...........................................
WARRANTY ........................................................................................ 12-1 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 300 Series Digital Camera ...... 12-1 Warranty Time Period ........................................................................... 12-1 Warranty Repair Coverage .................................................................... 12-1 Limitations ............................................................................................. 12-2 Outside the United States...........
Appendix E - Focal Length Conversion ..................... E-1 Contents Appendix F - Problem Report .....................................
About Your Camera 1 Thank you for purchasing your new KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 300 Series Digital Camera. This portable camera system combines features of the Nikon Pronea 6i camera with digital camera features developed by Eastman Kodak. Your camera retains many of the features of the Pronea camera. This User’s Manual describes the digital aspects of your camera as well as the Pronea camera features. The TIFF Custom file format (page 4-8) is proprietary to Kodak.
Package Contents Check that the items below and on the next page are included in your camera package. ✔ DCS 315 or DCS 330 camera (with battery tray and handstrap) ✔ Extra battery tray ✔ 52 mm Hot mirror (DCS 315 only) ✔ AC adapter ✔ U.S. power cord ✔ Kodak DCS 300 Series User’s Manual (English) ✔ Quick Start guide (English) ✔ Service agreement information ✔ U.S.
Features Your camera, which integrates Nikon SLR functionality with Kodak digital camera technology, provides a rich set of features that allows you to capture images of the highest quality. The following features are available in both the DCS 315 and 330 cameras: Accessories/Computer Interface: ✔ DCS 315: accepts removable Nikon IX-Nikkor AF and F-mount lenses. DCS 330: accepts removable Nikon F-mount lenses. Refer to “Lenses” on page 1-19.
The table below lists the features that differ for the DCS 315 and DCS 330 cameras: Feature DCS 315 DCS 330 Image Size 1.5 million pixels (1008 x 1520) 2:3 aspect ratio 3 million pixels (1504 x 2008) 3:4 aspect ratio Approximate Finished File Size TIFF - 1.7 MB JPEG Best - 650 KB JPEG Better - 350 KB JPEG Good - 200 KB TIFF - 3.
Camera Nomenclature Camera Front Main-Command dial Self-timer LED Sub-Command dial Antialiasing filter Lens Release button AF M Focus Mode selector 1 Your Camera Battery/PC Card door Camera Back Main-Command dial AE Lock button AE-L Image LCD panel MENU button SELECT button Camera Status LCD Panel Illuminator button Vari-Program (Ps) button Exposure Mode (MDE) button MENU REC/TAG Ps FNC Function Set (SET) button SET REC/TAG button Camera Status LCD panel MDE Function (FNC) button PC Car
Camera Top Shutter Release button Flash Lock-release button Self-timer button Neck Strap eyelet BASIC/ADVANCED switch Accessory shoe BASIC ADVANCED OROUT ON OFF QR-OUT button Remote Shutter Release terminal Neck/Hand Strap eyelet Main-command dial Power switch Camera Bottom Tripod mount rubber pad Product label Serial number 1-6 Tripod mount
Camera Sides Hand/neck strap eyelet 1 Your Camera IEEE 1394 Host Interface Connection AC Adapter Connection Hand Strap eyelet Flash Sync Terminal (DCS 330 only) * * The yellow triangle with a black “!” near the flash sync terminal is intended to warn you of the following: WARNING: The Flash Sync terminal is for a flash sync cable system ONLY! DO NOT CONNECT AC MAIN POWER TO THIS CONNECTOR! Doing so can create a hazardous condition.
LCD Panels and LEDs Image LCD Panel Use the Image LCD panel for the following: ✔ View status information (page 9-8). File Type PC Card Inserted Host computer Connected Images Available Battery Level or AC Adapter Connected Folder Name (#images in folder) Background Image Processing Status Image thumbnail Currently Recording Relative location of current image in folder Current Image Number File Type of Current Image ✔ Review images in Single, Four, or Nine Image Review mode (page 9-1).
Menu Bar You can choose Status information, Single, Four, or Nine Image Review mode, Folders, Main Menu, or Display Contrast by pressing and holding the MENU button and using the Main-Command dial to make your selection from the Menu bar (at the top of the Image LCD panel). Refer to “Main-Command Dial” on page 1-14 or “MENU Button” on page 1-16.
Vari-Program M Exposure mode M F S Aperture QR ISO A BKT S Shutter speed SLOW AE REAR AF-S AF-C IN M PRINT TYPE C M Function area indicators M F S Focus area/AF mode QR ISO A BKT S SLOW AE REAR AF-S AF-C IN C M F S AF-S AF-C Auto Exposure Bracketing/ Flash Exposure Bracketing M S Metering system Quick recall function Flash output level compensation Flash sync mode Compensation value/QR number, ISO M PRINT TYPE Drive mode ISO setting mode BKT SLOW AE REAR QR ISO A
Illuminating the Camera Status LCD Panel Press the LCD Panel Illuminator button. The LCD panel illuminator switches Off when you press the LCD Panel Illuminator button again or when you lightly press the Shutter Release button. It will also switch Off automatically after a few seconds. Ps MDE FNC SET +/- RESET BUSY Effects of Temperature on LCD Panels ✔ At high temperatures (60° C/140° F or higher), the LCD panels turn black, making it difficult to read displayed information.
PC Card Busy/Record LED The PC Card Busy/Record LED appears in different colors depending on camera activity. Ps LED Color MDE FNC Red PC Card is busy Green Sound is being recorded Yellow PC Card is busy and sound is being recorded No light None of the above SET () +/- Camera Activity RESET BUSY ☛ Although steps have been taken to safeguard your images, it is possible to corrupt the PC Card or lose images if the PC Card is removed during disk writes.
Viewfinder The DCS 300 series camera is an integration of Eastman Kodak Company electronics and a Nikon Pronea 6i camera body. The camera body was originally designed for use with Advanced Photo System film. Because the electronic imager in your DCS 300 series camera is smaller than a negative of a film frame, the field of view of the camera’s viewfinder is larger than what will actually be captured by the electronic imager. The DCS 315 and DCS 330 viewfinders are seen below.
Dials and Buttons Main-Command Dial You use the Main-Command dial with the digital function buttons (page 1-15) or the nondigital function buttons (page 1-17) to access a variety of digital and SLR camera functions. OROUT ON OFF Sub-Command Dial You use the Sub-Command dial when setting the aperture.
Digital Function Buttons There are three buttons associated with your camera’s digital functions (outlined on the next page and described throughout the manual). You can access the digital functions when you use the buttons in conjunction with the Main-Command dial and the Image LCD panel.
MENU Button ✔ Press and release the button to turn the Image LCD panel On or Off. Refer to “Image LCD Panel” on page 1-8. ☛ The Image LCD panel may illuminate unevenly after you insert a new battery or first turn the camera On. You can correct the problem by turning the Image LCD panel Off, then back On. ✔ Press and hold the button and rotate the Main-Command dial to scroll through the Menu bar icons at the top of the Image LCD panel. ✔ Press and release to exit menus.
Non-Digital Function Buttons The table below describes the non-digital buttons: Button Function Camera Status LCD panel Reference Ps Vari-Program MDE Exposure mode FNC Select function SET Set selected function Metering Metering system Exposure Compensation Exposure Compensation Ps and Reset Two-Button Reset page 6-41 Self-timer Self-timer operation page 7-1 QR-OUT QR Recall page 6-10 1 page 6-27 +/- --1- --2- --3- page 7-3 page 7-12 Ps Exposure Mode (MDE) button MDE Function (
Shutter Release Button Firmly pressing the Shutter Release button captures an image. OROUT ON OFF BASIC ADVANCED Lightly pressing the Shutter Release button activates the exposure meter, Camera Status LCD panel and viewfinder indications. Autofocusing begins (unless the camera is set for manual focusing). Lightly pressing the Shutter Release button causes the Image LCD panel to turn Off (if it was On). When you release your finger it will turn back On.
Lenses The following list provides an overview of Nikkor CPU lenses that can be used with your camera. (Refer to Appendix C for a complete list of compatible and incompatible lenses.) ✔ D-type AF Nikkor lenses (including AF-I and AF-S Nikkor lenses) ✔ Non-D-type AF Nikkor lenses (except AF Nikkor for F3AF) ✔ AI-P Nikkor lenses (manual focus only) ✔ IX-Nikkor lenses 1 Your Camera CAUTION: You can use IX-Nikkor lenses with the DCS 315 camera.
3 Position the lens in the camera’s bayonet mount so that the mounting indexes on the lens and camera body are aligned. Taking care not to press the lens release button, twist the lens counterclockwise until it locks in place. AF M CAUTION: Do NOT use the IX-Nikkor lens with the DCS 330 camera unless you first remove the antialiasing filter. With the DCS 315 camera, mount the IX-Nikkor lens carefully.
Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture For all Exposure modes with lenses other than the IX-Nikkor, set the lens to its minimum aperture. (The minimum aperture will vary, depending on the lens.) 1 Set the lens to its minimum aperture. 2 Slide the lock lever in the direction of the aperture ring so that the white dot on the tab aligns with the orange dot. Aperture setting operations are performed using the SubCommand dial. Do not move the aperture ring on the lens once it is set to its minimum aperture.
Removing the Lens Press and hold the Lens Release button, then turn the lens clockwise. ☛ If you are storing the camera without the lens attached, you should always attach the body cap. AF M Non-CPU Lenses and Lens Adapters You should be aware of the following when using non-CPU lenses: ✔ If you are using a microscope adapter, you will need to set the camera to Manual Exposure mode (M). ✔ In Manual Exposure mode (M), the camera’s exposure meter does not function.
Antialiasing Filter DCS 315: This camera does not have an antialiasing filter. DCS 330: This camera has an antialiasing filter which helps to reduce aliasing at certain focal distances. If you remove the antialiasing filter from your DCS 330 camera, you will need to use a hot mirror (page 1-24). Refer to “Removing, Cleaning, and Re-installing the Antialiasing Filter” on page 11-3. 1 Your Camera CAUTION: You can use IX-Nikkor lenses with the DCS 315 camera.
Hot Mirrors (IR Filters) DCS 315: We recommend that you use a hot mirror (an IR filter which filters out IR light that the imager is sensitive to). A hot mirror is included in your camera package. DCS 330: This camera has a coated antialiasing filter that makes it unnecessary to use a hot mirror. If you remove the antialiasing filter, you will need to use a hot mirror. There is no hot mirror included with the DCS 330 camera.
Flash Sync Terminal The flash sync terminal, only available with the DCS 330 camera, will trigger a flash that uses a standard X-Sync cord. Refer to “Flash Sync Terminal” on page 8-26. ☛ The Sync flash cord/connector set is not supplied with the camera. WARNINGS: 1 The Flash Sync terminal is for a flash sync cable system ONLY! DO NOT CONNECT AC MAIN POWER TO THIS CONNECTOR! Serial Port Jack The Serial Port jack, only available with the DCS 330 camera, is reserved for future applications.
Attaching the Hand Strap A hand strap is included with your camera. 1 Thread the strap through the hand strap pad. 2 Place the strap through the camera’s top and bottom strap fixtures. 3 Thread both ends of the strap back through the loops on the hand strap pad. 4 Place the two-holed buckle on the top strap. 5 Tuck the top strap through the bottom loop in the hand strap pad. 6 Thread the bottom strap through the two-holed buckle as shown.
Important Safeguards and Precautions The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying your camera. 1 Your Camera ✔ Read Instructions—Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating your camera. ✔ Follow Instructions—Follow all operating and usage instructions. ✔ Controls—Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
✔ Attachments—Do not use attachments that are not recommended. The use of such attachments may cause hazards and cause serious damage to your camera. ✔ Power Sources—You should operate your camera only from the type of power source indicated on the name plate of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of AC power that will be used, consult a dealer or local power company. ✔ Overloading—Do not overload power outlets and extension cords; this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
✔ Servicing—Do not attempt to service your camera yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards and void the warranty. ✔ Damage Requiring Service—Unplug your camera from the wall outlet and computer, and refer all servicing to the manufacturer under the following conditions: • If liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen into your camera. • If your camera has been exposed to heavy rain or water.
Electromagnetic Emissions 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
VCCI Statement 1 Your Camera 1-31
Powering Your Camera 2 Before using your camera, you must insert batteries or connect the camera to the Kodakspecified AC adapter. Two battery trays and a Kodak-specified AC adapter are included with your camera. When shooting outdoor scenes or in any location where AC power isn’t convenient, you will power the camera with batteries. When working indoors, you may want to use the Kodak-specified AC adapter.
Turning the Camera On and Off Slide the Power switch to On to turn the camera On. Slide the Power switch to Off to turn the camera Off. ☛ There may be a short delay OROUT ON OFF before the camera turns Off if there are camera activities such as PC Card updates that need to be completed. IMPORTANT: Do not turn the camera Off during an exposure. Doing so can leave the mirror in the up position, and the viewfinder will appear black. You will also lose the image.
Batteries You will need six AA format batteries. You may use rechargeable batteries, but they must be re-charged using the battery manufacturer’s recommended battery charger. CAUTION: You must only use 1.5-volt AA batteries with your DCS 315 or DCS 330 camera. Inserting 3 volt lithium batteries will damage your camera The number of shots per battery set depends on both the battery chemistry and usage. Kodak does not recommend the use of standard alkaline batteries for this camera.
. WARNING: Batteries may explode or cause burns if disassembled, shorted, exposed to high temperatures, or incinerated. Be sure to observe all precautions indicated on the battery package. Always keep batteries out of the reach of children and dispose of batteries in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations. Utilize established community battery recycling programs where they are available. Consult the battery manufacturer for additional information.
Removing Batteries 1 Press the Battery Tray Release button down.
Checking Battery Status A Battery icon on the Image LCD panel informs you of the status of your camera batteries. 1 Turn the camera On. 2 Press and release the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 3 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Status Display icon. 4 Release the MENU button. The Status information appears on the Image LCD panel. The status of the batteries is indicated by the Battery icon which appears in one of four forms (shown at the left).
You can also check battery power by lightly pressing the Shutter Release button. If the batteries are functioning properly, pressing this button activates the exposure meter, the Camera Status LCD panel, and the viewfinder indications. Autofocusing also begins unless the camera is set for manual focus. Without the flash, if you remove your finger from the Shutter Release button, the LCD readouts go off approximately 2 seconds after the shutter is released.
Kodak-specified AC adapter When working indoors or when your camera is connected to a computer, you may want to use the Kodak-specified AC adapter to conserve your batteries. A Kodak-specified AC adapter is packaged with your camera. You can use the Kodak-specified AC adapter with or without batteries inserted. When using the AC adapter with batteries inserted, power will be supplied by the AC adapter. ☛ The AC adapter will not charge the batteries in the camera.
Connecting the Kodak-specified AC adapter 1 Turn the Camera Off. 2 Plug the Kodak-specified AC adapter into the camera. 3 Insert the appropriate end of the power cord into the receptacle on the rear of the AC adapter. 4 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. ☛ If your camera loses power while the Power switch is in the On position, turn the camera Off and insert new batteries or attach the Kodak-specified AC adapter.
PowerSave Mode Your camera has a PowerSave mode designed to improve battery life. There are three separate phases to PowerSave mode. If your camera is On, and you don’t touch any controls for 8 seconds, 15 seconds, or 5 minutes, the following actions occur: ✔ Phase 1: After 8 seconds the Camera Status LCD panel turns Off and the Pronea body goes to sleep. ✔ Phase 2: After 15 seconds the Image LCD panel turns Off and the digital camera section goes to sleep. (You can change this time in Properties.
Configuring Your Camera 3 Your camera has a clock and you can set the date and time. You can also set several camera properties to meet your specifications. Setting the Date and Time The date and time is saved with each image. The format for the date is year/month/day and the format for time is hour:minute:second based on a twenty-four hour clock. If you remove the batteries from the camera, a small, rechargeable backup battery will maintain date and time for up to five days.
The Main Menu appears. 4 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Date / Time choice. 5 Release the SELECT button. 6 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to change the highlighted field. 7 Release the SELECT button to accept the change and highlight the next field. To leave a field unchanged, press and release the SELECT button without using the MainCommand dial. 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 until you have changed all necessary fields.
Camera Properties You can check the camera’s total actuations since manufacture, and set the following camera properties: Histogram Scale Marks, Antialiasing Filter, Use Empty Folder, Use FOLDER01, Display Off Time, Display Off Using Adapter, PowerSave Time, and Noise Reduction. The list of properties may change as new versions of firmware become available. The wording on the screens may not be exactly as shown here. Setting Camera Properties 1 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On.
5 Release the SELECT button. The Properties menu appears. 6 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight your choice. 7 Release the SELECT button. Determining Total Actuations This property displays the number of images captured by your camera since manufacture. With the Properties menu displayed, select Total Actuations. The Total Actuations screen appears, displaying the number of images captured.
Specifying Whether the Antialiasing Filter is Installed or Removed With the DCS 330 camera, you must set a camera property which will tell the Kodak Software whether the antialiasing filter was installed or removed when an image was captured. This information can determine whether the Kodak Software applies the Sharpening feature, and the information is also used if the camera performs background image processing to create a JPEG file. (This property is not available with the DCS 315 camera.
Setting the Histogram Scale Marks The Histogram shows the range and distribution of tonal values for an image, and can be used to assess an image’s brightness and contrast levels. Refer to “Viewing Overexposure Areas and Histogram Information” on page 9-5. You can specify that scale marks be displayed on the histogram in the Histogram/Info screen. The scale marks can serve as a point of reference when you use the histogram to evaluate the brightness and contrast levels of an image.
Save Images in an Empty Folder You can specify that an empty folder is selected when you turn your camera On. Images that you capture will then be stored in an empty folder. ☛ If there is more than one empty folder, images will be stored in the first empty folder found on the PC Card. 1 With the Properties menu displayed, select Use Empty Folder. The Use Empty Folder screen appears. 2 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight Yes or No.
Save Images in Folder 1 You can specify that FOLDER01 is selected when you insert a new PC Card. 1 With the Properties menu displayed, select Use Folder01. The Use FOLDER01 screen appears. 2 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight Yes or No. If you select Yes, FOLDER01 will be selected when you insert a new PC Card. If you select No, the camera will use the same folder it was using on the previous card.
The Display Off Time screen and the PowerSave screen operate a little differently than the others. Note that you use the horizontal arrows to select a number and the vertical arrows to change the value of a selected number. 1 With the Properties menu displayed, select Display Off Time. The Display Off Time screen appears. 2 Press and hold the MENU button. A vertical arrow appears. 3 Continue to press the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to change the highlighted number.
5 To highlight a different number, press and hold the MENU button. A horizontal arrow appears. 6 Continue to hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight a different number (tens, hundreds, etc.). 7 Release the MENU button. The horizontal arrow goes away. 8 Continue changing the values and highlighting different numbers by repeating steps 2 through 7.
Specifying Display Off When Using Adapter By default, the Image LCD panel turns Off even when the camera is powered by an AC adapter. 1 With the Properties menu displayed, select Display Off Using Adapter. The Display Off Using Adapter screen appears. 2 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight Yes or No. If you choose No, the Image LCD panel will not turn Off at the Display Off time (page 3-6) when an AC adapter is connected.
Specifying Noise Reduction You can specify whether noise reduction is applied to JPEG images when they are processed (page 4-11). 1 With the Properties menu displayed, select Noise Reduction. The Noise Reduction screen appears. 2 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight Yes or No. If you choose Yes, noise reduction will be applied to JPEG images if they are processed.
4 Using a PC Card PC Card 4 As you capture images, they are stored on a PC Card (PCMCIA card) in your camera. Before capturing images, you will want to ensure that the images are stored as needed. This chapter describes the use of the PC Card and provides instructions for processing (compressing) and storing images. PC Cards Your camera is designed to accept Type II or Type III ATA-compatible PC Cards. Type II Type III CAUTION: ✔ Use extreme care when handling PC Cards as they are easily damaged.
Inserting a PC Card There are two slots for PC Cards on your camera, however only the rear slot is currently available for use. The front slot is reserved for future applications. Meanwhile, you can use the front slot to store an extra PC Card. It is not necessary to turn the camera Off before inserting a PC Card. 1 Open the Battery/PC Card door. 2 Insert a PC Card. (Slide it in until you feel it seat.) IMPORTANT: Do not force the PC Card into the slot. It will only fit in one orientation.
4 Removing a PC Card It is not necessary to turn the camera Off before removing a PC Card. PC Card IMPORTANT: Do not remove a PC Card from the camera if the PC Card is busy (data is being read from or written to the PC Card). You may lose data if you remove a PC Card at this time. 1 Check the PC Card Busy/Record LED. The LED blinks when the PC Card is busy. Ps 2 If the PC Card is busy, wait until the LED stops blinking before continuing.
Formatting a PC Card A PC Card may not be properly formatted for your camera. The data on a PC Card may also become corrupted. In either case, an error message appears on the Image LCD panel indicating that you need to format the card. There are three ways to format a PC Card: ✔ Using your camera—described below ✔ Using Kodak Software—refer to the Kodak Professional DCS Host Software User’s manual (on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera).
A confirmation screen appears. 4 6 Press and hold the SELECT 7 Release the SELECT button. If you respond Yes, a second confirmation screen appears. 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7. If you respond Yes, a Formatting Card screen appears briefly. It is replaced by another Formatting Card screen, but the new screen has a Cancel button. When this screen appears, the card has been formatted (quick format) and you can cancel at any time.
Managing Image Files To effectively manage image files on a PC Card, you will need to do the following: ✔ Select a folder to store images (see below) ✔ Specify the type of file (page 4-8) ✔ Set processing options (page 4-11) Selecting Folders Images are stored in folders on a PC Card. There is always at least one empty folder unless the card is full. When you capture an image to the last empty folder, a new one is created. The new folder is called FOLDERxx, (xx being the next sequential number available).
4 5 Release the SELECT button. You cannot rename folders using your camera but you can rename them on your computer using the Kodak Software. (Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL Host Software User’s Manual on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera.) You can also rename folders using standard Windows or Macintosh protocols. Longer folder names will not display fully. Do not use spaces or punctuation in the names. 4-7 PC Card As you capture images, they will be stored in the selected folder.
Selecting the File Type You can specify that captured images are saved as TIFF files or as compressed JPEG files (after processing). Images with less compression are of better quality, but require more storage space. If you want images to be processed on the camera, you will need to select one of the JPEG file types before image capture. The default file type is TIFF. If you capture images with the TIFF file type, you will not be able to process them on the camera.
4 1 Press the Menu button to turn the Image LCD panel On. and rotate the Main-Command dial to highlight the Main menu icon. 3 Release the Menu button. The Main menu appears. 4 Press and hold the Select button and rotate the Main-Command dial to highlight File Type. 5 Release the Select button. The File Type menu appears. A dot icon (•) appears next to the currently selected file type. 6 Press and hold the Select button and rotate the Main-Command dial to highlight your choice.
The currently selected file type is represented by the File Type icon on the Status screen. The file type of the currently selected image (page 9-2) is represented at the bottom of the screen. The appearance of the File type of Current Image icon will vary, depending on the current file type setting.
4 Setting Processing Options ☛ Only those TIFF images that were saved when a JPEG file type was selected will be processed to JPEG. You can specify whether the original TIFF image is saved when the JPEG file is created. You can also specify whether noise reduction is applied during image processing. To do so, you will need to appropriately set the Noise Reduction property prior to enabling background image processing. Refer to “Specifying Noise Reduction” on page 3-12.
1 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 2 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Main Menu icon. 3 Release the MENU button. The Main Menu appears. 4 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight Processing. 5 Release the SELECT button. The Background Image Processing screen appears. 6 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight your choice.
4 On: SAVE original TIF: If processing was On and the original TIFF was being deleted, or if processing was Off, the screen at the left appears (showing Noise Reduction ON or OFF). Choose OK to continue. If you cancel, you can change the Noise Reduction setting in Properties (page 3-12), if necessary, then repeat this procedure. On: DELETE original TIF: If processing was On and the original TIFF was being deleted, the Main Menu appears.
The following circumstances cause processing to stop, requiring you to repeat the previous procedure if you want to start processing again: ✔ PC Card becomes full. ✔ PC Card is removed from the camera. ✔ PC Card is formatted ✔ The camera is turned Off. You can evaluate the current file type setting, the number of images that can still be saved at that setting, the background image processing status, and the file type of the current image by viewing the Status screen in the Image LCD panel.
The following table illustrates the differences in the way images are handled in the camera (with background image processing turned On) and in the Kodak Software on the computer: PC Card In Camera In Kodak Software JPEG decompressed Image captured Image saved as TIFF Image opened for processing Image processed JPEG compressed JPEG File saved The TIFF file may or may not be deleted, depending on your choice in the Bacgground Image Processing screen.
Basic Operation Chapter 5 Preparing to Capture an Image Before capturing images, make sure your camera is ready. ✔ A formatted (page 4-4) PC Card is inserted (page 4-2) ✔ The camera is On (page 2-2) Then do as follows: 1 Press and release the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 2 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Status display icon. 3 Release the MENU button. The Status screen appears.
4 Check the Status screen to verify that your camera is set to capture images: ✔ Images available (greater than 0) ✔ PC Card status (inserted and not busy) The icon appears when the card is inserted and blinks when the card is busy. ✔ File type (your preference) ✔ Host computer connection status (if applicable) The icon appears when the computer is connected and blinks when an application such as the Kodak Software is running.
Capturing Images in BASIC Mode While BASIC mode is available on your camera, ADVANCED mode is recommended for the best results. 1 Set the Focus Mode selector to AF. 5 Basic Operation AF M 2 Slide the BASIC/ADVANCED switch to BASIC.
BAS IC appears in the Camera Status LCD panel. ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C Function Setting ( P )1 Exposure mode: Auto-Multi Program Metering system: DCS 315: Center-Weighted ( DCS 330: 3D Matrix ( ) Focus area: Wide ( [ ] ) AF mode: Single Servo AF (AF-S) Drive mode: Single-Frame ( S ) Flash Sync mode: Normal2 ISO 1 2 5-4 Auto ( A ) - ISO 200 Can be switched to Vari-Program. With the attached built-in flash or Nikon Speedlight turned On, appears for normal sync.
3 Look through the viewfinder and position the focus brackets on the main subject. 4 Lightly press the Shutter Release button to start the autofocus operation and to switch the exposure meter On. OROUT ON OFF BASIC ADVANCED Confirm that the in-focus indicator ( ), shutter speed and aperture indications appear in the viewfinder LCD. 5 For Flexible Program, which lets you change the shutter speed/aperture combination, refer to the “Operating in Flexible Program” section on page 6-17.
F F F F If blinks—AF impossible alert: Autofocus is not possible and the shutter locks. Refer to “Special Focusing Situations” on page 7-18. If remains on—Too-nearsubject alert: If the subject is located closer than the lens’ closest focusing distance, the shutter locks. Move further from the subject and refocus. If HI appears in the shutter speed position—Over-exposure alert: Use a Nikon ND or similar filter.
6 Fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture the image. ☛ Apply light but steady OROUT ON OFF BASIC ADVANCED pressure with the ball of your index finger to avoid camera shake that might result in a blurred image. 5 Message Basic Operation If one of the following error messages appears on the Image LCD panel, take the appropriate action before proceeding: Action “Unable to take pictures. No card present.” Insert a PC Card (page 4-2). “Unable to take pictures. Card full.
General Functions 6 This chapter describes the various modes of camera operation. Advanced Mode and Basic Mode In BASIC mode, available functions and choices are limited. In ADVANCED mode, you can take advantage of the full range of Pronea 6i features. In general, you will get better results using ADVANCED mode. Switch between BASIC and ADVANCED mode using the BASIC/ADVANCED switch.
The following table lists the functions available in each mode. .
Vari-Program Programmed auto exposure control automatically adjusts both lens aperture and shutter speed for the correct exposure. Your camera’s Metering system determines the correct exposure, applying appropriate exposure compensations. However, factors such as different shutter speeds and apertures can affect the image. Auto-Multi Program is designed to coordinate the selection of shutter speed and aperture for average situations.
Your camera’s Vari-Program control offers six programs. The following symbols appear in the Camera Status LCD panel: ✔ Portrait Program ✔ Hyperfocal Program ✔ Landscape Program ✔ Close-Up Program ✔ Sport Program ✔ Silhouette Program Portrait Program Used to capture images of people, this program creates an artistically out-of-focus background that accentuates your main subject.
Hyperfocal Program Used when photographing landscapes and other subjects that encompass great depth. The effect becomes more pronounced if there is an interesting foreground in the scene. This program tends to select a slow shutter speed and smaller aperture to ensure that both subject and background are in focus. To avoid camera shake, use a tripod. Recommended AF Nikkor lenses: Normal or wider angle lenses. Landscape Program Recommended AF Nikkor lenses: Select the lens according to your desired effect.
Sport Program Used to freeze the action. Recommended for use with Continuous Servo AF (page 6-38). Do not use a flash, as it restricts the available shutter speeds. Recommended AF Nikkor lenses: For a more pronounced out-of-focus background effect, use a telephoto lenses. Silhouette Program Effective only when the background is bright and the subject is in a shadow or is comparatively dark. The result is dramatic with a wide angle lens, although a telephoto can also be used.
Setting Vari-Program Press and hold the Ps button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired Vari-Program symbol (page 6-4) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel. Ps MDE When Vari-Program is selected, Ps appears as the Exposure indication in the Camera Status LCD panel.
Operating in Vari-Program 1 Press and hold the Ps button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired Vari-Program symbol appears. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY In the example shown, Portrait Program in ADVANCED mode is selected. F S PRINT TYPE S F 2 Look inside the viewfinder, compose the shot, lightly press the Shutter Release button, then confirm focus.
☛ If HI appears in the shutter speed position—Overexposure alert: Use a Nikon ND or similar filter. F S ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C S F ☛ If Lo appears in the shutter speed position—Underexposure alert: Use the built-in flash/a Nikon Speedlight, a higher ISO setting, or a lens with a wider maximum aperture. F S ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C S F F S IMPORTANT: 6 ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE S F ☛ If a green mark appears— Flash photography is recommended.
Exposure Mode Light reaching the imager is controlled by shutter speed and lens aperture. The proper combination results in a correct exposure. Shutter speed and lens aperture settings are based on the ISO setting and the operation of the camera’s exposure control system. The relationship between aperture and shutter speed is as follows: one change in either the shutter speed or the aperture either doubles or halves the amount of light transmitted.
Setting the Exposure Mode Press and hold the MDE button, and rotate the Main-Command dial to set P for Auto-Multi Program, S for Shutter-Priority Auto. A for Aperture-Priority Auto, or M for Manual. Ps MDE ☛ Use the Ps button to activate FNC Vari-Program. Refer to “VariProgram” on page 6-3.
Auto-Multi Program (P) Use Auto-Multi Program for most common picture-taking situations. With your camera choosing the combination of shutter speed and aperture automatically, you can concentrate on image composition, without worrying about exposure. In Programmed Auto Exposure mode, you can use the Flexible Program function to temporarily shift an automatically selected shutter speed/aperture combination and obtain the desired shutter speed/ aperture. Refer to “Operating in Flexible Program” on page 6-17.
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode (A) Using this mode you can control the depth of field by varying the aperture. Smaller apertures bring both the background and foreground into focus (recommended for landscape pictures). Larger apertures tend to send the background out of focus (recommended for portraits). The aperture that you select automatically determines the shutter speed. Refer to “Operating in Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode” on page 6-21.
Manual Exposure Mode (M) Using this mode you can adjust both aperture and shutter speed settings independently of each other. For a correct exposure, follow the recommendation of the camera’s light meter as indicated in the viewfinder LCD. To achieve a specific creative effect such as intentional blur, intentional underor over-exposure, disregard the LCD and modify the recommended exposure settings. Refer to “Operating in Manual Exposure Mode” on page 6-24.
Operating in Auto-Multi Program 1 Press and hold the MDE button and rotate the Main-Command dial until P appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and viewfinder. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY If the exposure meter and LCD indications automatically turn Off, turn them On again by lightly pressing the Shutter Release button.
☛ If HI appears in the shutter speed position—Overexposure alert: Use a Nikon ND or similar filter. F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C F ☛ If Lo appears in the shutter speed position—Underexposure alert: Use built-in flash or a Nikon Speedlight. F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C F ☛ If a green mark appears in the viewfinder—Use the builtin flash or a Nikon Speedlight.
Operating in Flexible Program To change the shutter speed/aperture combination in Auto-Multi Program or VariProgram, use the Flexible Program function. Flexible Program lets you temporarily shift an automatically set combination of shutter speed/aperture in 1/2 EV steps, while maintaining the correct exposure. In the following procedure, ADVANCED mode indications are used for illustrations. 1 Select Auto-Multi Program (page 6-12 ) or Vari-Program (page 6-3). 2 Lightly press the Shutter Release button.
Operating in Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 1 Press and hold the MDE button and rotate the Main-Command dial until S appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and viewfinder. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F PRINT TYPE F IMPORTANT: The bulb setting does not work on your digital camera as on a film camera. Do not use this setting.
2 Remove your finger from the MDE button and rotate the Main-Command dial to set the desired shutter speed. Shutter speed indications change in 1/2 EV steps as follows: F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C 30” 23” 15” 11” 8” 5.5” 4” 3” 2” 1.5” 1” 1.4 2 3 4 6 8 11 15 23 30 45 60 90 125 180 250 350 500 750 1000 1500 2000 3000 4000 F For the best results, do not use a shutter speed greater than 1/4 second.
☛ If HI appears with the electronic analog display (lower right corner of viewfinder)*—Over-exposure alert: Select a higher shutter speed or use a Nikon ND filter. ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C +2.1.0.1.2- ☛ If Lo appears with the electronic analog display (lower right corner of viewfinder)*—Underexposure alert: Select a slower shutter speed or use the builtin flash or a Nikon Speedlight. ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C +2.1.0.1.
Operating in Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 1 Press and hold the MDE button and rotate the Main-Command dial until A (for AperturePriority Auto) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and viewfinder. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F 6 PRINT TYPE General F IMPORTANT: If FEE blinks in the Camera Status LCD panel—Lens setting error alert: The lens (other than the IX-Nikkor lens) is not set to its minimum aperture setting, causing the shutter to lock. Set the lens to its minimum aperture.
2 Remove your finger from the MDE button and rotate the SubCommand dial to set the desired aperture. Aperture indications change in 1/2 steps as follows: F f1.4 f1.7 f2 f2.4 f2.8 f3.3 f4 f4.8 f5.6 f6.7 f8 f9.5 f11 f13 f16 f19 f22 f27 f32 ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C Available apertures are limited to those of the lens in use. F An intermediate figure (for example, f1.8, f3.3) indicates the maximum aperture of the lens in use.
☛ If HI appears with the electronic analog display* —Over-exposure alert: Select a smaller aperture (larger f-number) or use a Nikon ND filter. F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C F +2.1.0.1.2- ☛ If Lo appears with the electronic analog display* —Under-exposure alert: Select a wider aperture (smaller f-number) or use the built-in flash or a Nikon Speedlight. F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C F +2.1.0.1.
Operating in Manual Exposure Mode 1 Press and hold the MDE button and rotate the Main-Command dial until M appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and viewfinder. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY 2 Remove your finger from the MDE button and rotate the Main-Command dial to set the desired shutter speed. F PRINT TYPE +2.1.0.1.2- F F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C F 6-24 +2.1.0.1.
3 Rotate the Sub-Command dial to set the desired aperture. F Refer to the “Operating in Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode” section on page 6-21 for aperture indications and sequence. ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C F +2.1.0.1.2- 4 Look inside the viewfinder, compose the shot, and lightly press the Shutter Release button. Adjust the shutter speed and/or aperture by rotating the Main- or Sub-Command dials until the electronic analog display shows “0” or your desired value. Be sure to confirm focus.
Electric Analog Display Examples +2.1.0.1.2- Over +2 EV +2.1.0.1.2- +0 EV +2.1.0.1.2- +2.1.0.1.2- +1 EV -1 EV +2.1.0.1.2- Under -2 EV The Electronic Analog display in the viewfinder blinks when the subject is too dark for Metering. In this case, use built-in flash or a Nikon Speedlight.
Metering System The available exposure Metering systems vary, depending on your camera. Exposure Metering System DCS 315 DCS 330 3D Matrix Metering no yes Center-Weighted Metering yes yes Spot Metering yes yes 3D Matrix Metering 6 3D Matrix Metering is only available with the DCS 330 camera. Information sent by the camera’s autofocus system indicating whether the main subject is centered is also considered in the computation.
Center-Weighted Metering With approximately 65% of the meter’s sensitivity concentrated on the 8.4 mm-diameter circle in the viewfinder and approximately 35% outside this circle, this meter is useful when you want to base your exposure on a specific area in the scene. In Auto Exposure mode, to measure the brightness of the picture’s off-center portion, use the AE-L button. Refer to “Using the Auto Exposure Lock Function” on page 7-4.
Selecting the Metering System Press and hold the Metering button and rotate the Main-Command dial to set the desired Metering mode. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY The following indicators appear in the Camera Status LCD panel and viewfinder: F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE 3D Matrix Metering (DCS 330 only) Center-Weighted Metering General C F 6 Spot Metering ☛ DCS 315 only - The 3D Matrix Metering icon may appear on the Camera Status LCD panel when you press the Metering button.
AF Mode and Focus Area Your camera features two Autofocus modes, Single Servo AF (AF-S) and Continuous Servo AF (AF-C). The autofocus system offers a choice of two focus areas, Wide ( [ ] ) and Spot ( o ). AF mode and focus area are set simultaneously. Refer to “Setting AF Mode and Focus Area” on page 6-32. AF-S Single Servo AF Lightly pressing the Shutter Release button activates the lens focus adjustment.
[ ] Wide Area AF The Wide-Area focus brackets delineate the focus detecting area in the viewfinder. Subjects of sufficient brightness and detail can be detected within these brackets. In addition to general photography, autofocus with Wide-Area focus brackets is suitable for action photography where the moving subject requires a wide-range focus detection area.
Setting AF Mode and Focus Area AF mode and focus area are set simultaneously. 1 Set the Focus Mode selector to AF. AF M 2 Press and hold the FNC button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the function set indicator ( ) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and the symbol beneath it starts blinking. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY 3 Remove your finger from the FNC button and confirm that the symbol has stopped blinking.
4 Press and hold the SET button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired combination appears. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY ☛ When the built-in flash is activated or an attached Nikon Speedlight is turned On, Wide Area mode automatically switches to Spot Area mode, [ ] blinks in the Camera Status LCD panel, and o appears inside the viewfinder.
Single Servo AF Operation With a Stationary Subject Lightly press the Shutter Release button. F While autofocusing, a or (for front or rear focus) may appear. When the subject is in focus, the lens stops moving, the in-focus indication appears in the viewfinder, and the focus locks. If the subject moves, remove your finger from the Shutter Release button, then lightly press again to restart autofocus. With a Moving Subject Lightly press the Shutter Release button to automatically activate focus tracking.
When it is critical to obtain a constant focus on a stationary subject for multiple exposures, set the Drive mode to Single-Frame, or set the camera to Manual focus. Focus tracking remains active as long as you keep the Shutter Release button lightly pressed. If the subject stops and a appears, the focus is still locked. If the subject moves again, remove your finger from the Shutter Release button and lightly press again to start autofocus with focus tracking.
Autofocus with the Main Subject Off-Center In Single Servo AF, the focus remains locked as long as the Shutter Release button is kept lightly pressed. Use this feature for shooting off-center subjects. 1 Center the main subject inside the viewfinder and lightly press the Shutter Release button to start Single Servo AF operation. F 2 Confirm that the In-focus indicator appears in the viewfinder.
Tips ✔ If there is a substantial difference in brightness between the subject and the background, switch Metering to Center-Weighted or Spot, and use the Auto Exposure Lock function. Refer to “Using the Auto Exposure Lock Function” on page 7-4. ✔ With a moving subject, the focus cannot be locked.
Continuous Servo AF Operation With a Stationary Subject Lightly press the Shutter Release button to start the autofocus operation. During the operation, or (for front or rear focus) may appear. When the subject is in focus, a appears in the viewfinder. F Unless you remove your finger from the Shutter Release button, the motor will start driving the lens again to obtain an in-focus picture if the subject moves.
Using Drive Mode Drive mode is similar to Film Advance mode in film cameras. There are two automatic Drive modes: Single-Frame ( s )and Continuous shooting ( ): s Single-Frame Shooting Fully depressing the Shutter Release button captures one image. After the shutter closes, the image data is read from the imager, then stored on the PC Card. To capture the next image, lift your finger from the button, then fully depress it again.
Setting the Drive Mode 1 Press and hold the FNC button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the Function Set indicator ( ) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel, and the s or symbol starts blinking. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY 2 Remove your finger from the FNC button and confirm that the s or symbol stops blinking. F BKT S AE AF-S QR ISO A IN PRINT TYPE 3 Press and hold the SET button and rotate the Main-Command dial to set s for single-frame shooting or for continuous shooting.
Using Two-Button Reset You use the Two-Button Reset function to reset the camera to its original factory settings as shown below: Exposure mode: Auto-Multi Program (P) Metering system: DCS 330: 3D Matrix ( ) DCS 315: Center Weighted ( Focus area: Wide ( [ ] ) Focus mode: Single Servo AF (AF-S) Drive mode: Single-Frame( Flash Sync mode: Normal* Exposure Compensation: Cancel Flexible Program: Cancel Auto Exposure Bracketing: Cancel Flash Exposure Bracketing: Cancel Self-timer: Cancel s
INSERT PHOTO HERE Special Functions 7 This section describes sophisticated photographic techniques such as Self-timer operation, Exposure Compensation, and Exposure Bracketing. It also explains the Quick Recall function, Manual focus, and special focusing situations. Self-Timer Operation The Self-timer allows you to delay the exposure ten seconds from the time that you press the Shutter Release button. 1 Press the Self-timer button and confirm that a appears in the Camera Status LCD panel.
3 Fully depress the Shutter Release button. The Self-timer LED blinks for eight seconds, then stops blinking, indicating that the image will be captured in two seconds. AF After shooting, the Self-timer is canceled and the disappears. ☛ To cancel the Self-timer M during operation, turn the camera Off. Tips ✔ When using any Auto Exposure mode, attach the (provided) eyepiece cover to the viewfinder eyepiece before setting the self-timer.
Exposure Compensation Exposure Compensation is a photographic technique that enables you to vary the final exposure settings from those measured by the camera’s light meter. 3D Matrix Metering, which is available only on the DCS 330, employs exposure calculation methods that automatically apply Exposure Compensation based on scene brightness/contrast and distance information. (Refer to “3D Matrix Metering” on page 6-27.
Using the Auto Exposure Lock Function In Auto Exposure mode, when you want to control exposure based on the brightness of a specific area within the scene, use the Auto Exposure Lock function. To use this function, you should first switch to Center-Weighted or Spot Metering. 1 Center the main subject inside the viewfinder or move in closer until the subject fully covers the reference circle for CenterWeighted or Spot Metering.
3 Press and hold the AE-L button to lock auto exposure. AE-L MENU SELECT While you are holding the AE-L button, the flash recommended light (green ) does not light up in the viewfinder. REC/TAG Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY 4 While holding the AE-L button, recompose the picture, focus again, and shoot. F 7 Tips ✔ Continuous Servo AF is not recommended if the subject will move off-center after you recompose with AE-lock.
Obtaining a Meter Reading in Manual Exposure Mode To give a particular subject your desired exposure in Manual Exposure mode (page 6-14), switch to Center-Weighted or Spot Metering, then do as follows: 1 Center the main subject inside the viewfinder and, if necessary, move closer until the subject fully covers the reference circle for Center-Weighted or Spot Metering. 2 Lightly press the Shutter Release button.
Exposure Compensation Operation You can compensate for a background that is too bright or too dark. When a background is too bright, compensate in the + direction; when a background is too dark, compensate in the - direction. In flash photography, the flash output level is also compensated. After capturing your images, be sure to reset the control to “0.0” to resume normal operation. Without Compensation With Compensation ☛ Exposure Compensation has no effect in Manual Exposure mode (M).
F ISO S A AF-S PRINT TYPE C Once set, Exposure Compensation remains fixed until reset. The +/- symbol remains in the Camera Status LCD panel (indicating that Exposure Compensation is On), until you remove your finger from the Exposure Compensation button. The +/- symbol disappears from the viewfinder when the exposure meter automatically turns Off. 2 After shooting, reset the compensation value to “0” to resume normal operation.
Auto Exposure Bracketing In situations where you might find it difficult to obtain a proper exposure, you can shoot the same subject at three different exposures, using a varying exposure compensation degree of 0.5 EV or 1 EV. Setting a compensation degree of 0.5 EV, for example, lets you capture three images: the first with no compensation, the second with a -0.5 EV compensation, and the third with a compensation of +0.5 EV.
2 Press and hold the SET button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired compensation degree (0.5 or 1.0) appears. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F BKT AE PRINT TYPE 3 Remove your finger from the SET button to complete the setting. F S AF-S ISO BKT A AE PRINT TYPE C F +2.1.0.1.2- 0.0 starts blinking in the Camera Status LCD panel to indicate no compensation, and the Electronic Analog display starts blinking inside the viewfinder.
4 Compose the picture, confirm focus and exposure, then fully depress the Shutter Release button. In Single-Frame shooting ( s ): Fully depress the Shutter Release button three times to take the three shots. In Continuous shooting ( ): Fully depress the Shutter Release button and hold it in until three shots are taken. After three shots are taken, Auto Exposure Bracketing is automatically canceled. First shot is taken. Second shot is taken.
Using the Quick Recall (QR) Function You can customize and save the following settings, then quickly recall them: ✔ Exposure mode (including Vari-Program) ✔ Metering system ✔ Focus area/AF mode ✔ Drive mode ✔ Flash Sync mode ✔ Exposure Compensation function ✔ Flash Output Level Compensation ✔ Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing You can save the settings as a group, and save up to three groups. Three identification numbers (1 to 3) are provided for custom settings.
F QR ISO A BKT S AE AF-S IN PRINT TYPE 3 Press and hold the SET button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired custom setting number (1, 2, or 3) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel. Ps MDE 4 Release the SET button. FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F S AF-S QR IN PRINT TYPE Tips ✔ To cancel memory settings, press and hold the SET button and rotate the MainCommand dial until -- -- appears in the Camera Status LCD panel.
Recalling Customized Settings OROUT ON OFF Press and hold the QR-OUT button and rotate the Main-Command dial until your previous memory setting identification number appears. The customized settings appear in the Camera Status LCD panel. Remove your finger from the QR-OUT button. The QR identification number disappears. F S QR AF-S PRINT TYPE Tips ✔ The Flexible Program function is canceled when you recall any QR identification number.
Changing ISO Settings In BASIC mode, the ISO is ISO 200 ( A ). (While BASIC mode is available on your camera, ADVANCED mode is recommended for the best results.) You can manually set ISO in ADVANCED mode. The range for the DCS 315 is 100-400, and the range for the DCS 330 is 125-400. Setting Auto ISO (ISO 200) 1 Press and hold the FNC button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the function set indicator ( ) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and ISO starts blinking.
Manually Setting ISO 1 Press and hold the FNC button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the Function Set indicator ( ) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and ISO and A (if auto ISO is selected) start blinking. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY 2 Remove your finger from the FNC button and confirm that the ISO and A stop blinking.
3 Press and hold the SET button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired ISO appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and M appears. Remove your finger from the SET button to complete the setting. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F To confirm the ISO setting, press and hold the FNC button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the Function Set indicator ( ) appears and ISO starts blinking. Press the SET button so the ISO appears in the Camera Status LCD panel.
Using Manual Focus 1 Set the Focus Mode selector to M. ☛ With the Focus Mode selector AF at M, only [ ] for wide area or o for Spot area appears in the Camera Status LCD panel. M 2 Look through the viewfinder and rotate the lens focusing ring until the image on the clear matte field appears sharp. Special Focusing Situations Autofocus operation depends on general lighting, subject contrast and detail, and other technical factors.
Very dark subject: Focus manually with the clear matte field, or for Single Servo AF, focus on another brighter subject located at the same distance, then use Focus Lock (page 6-36) or use a Nikon autofocus Speedlight to focus automatically with the Speedlight’s AF illuminator. Patterned subject or scene, such as building windows Focus manually with the clear matte field or use Single Servo AF to focus on another subject with no pattern. The second subject should be at the same distance as the first.
Strong lighting With a strongly backlit subject, a bright or shiny subject, or a scene in which there is a pronounced difference in brightness, focus manually with the clear matte field. In the following situations, ignore the In-focus indicator ( ): ✔ When subjects are located at different distances (for example, animals inside a cage or a person over a fence), use Spot Area for autofocus (page 6-31), or focus manually with the clear matte field.
8 Flash Photography Flash 8 Flash can be used in bright conditions as well as dim light to fill in shadows with extra light. This technique is called Fill-Flash. With the camera’s built-in flash or any dedicated Nikon Speedlight, you can perform an advanced Fill-Flash technique, Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash. By making Fill-Flash a standard part of your photography, you can take better flash pictures than ever before. CAUTION: Use only Nikon Speedlights.
Situations Where Flash is Required S F When subject brightness is insufficient, lightly pressing the Shutter Release button to activate the exposure meter also turns on the Flash Recommended light (green ) inside the viewfinder. You can use the built-in flash or Nikon Speedlight anytime, regardless of ambient lighting. If your subject is backlit, for example, you can use the built-in flash to illuminate your subject and fill in shadows.
8 Using TTL Auto Flash Metering system Matrix Metering Center-Weighted Metering/ Spot Metering Exposure mode TTL auto flash P Auto-Multi Program Ps Vari-Program S Shutter-Priority Auto A Aperture-Priority Auto Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash (DCS 330 only) M Manual Standard TTL flash P Auto-Multi Program Ps Vari-Program S Shutter-Priority Auto A Aperture-Priority Auto Center-Weighted Fill-Flash/ Spot Fill-Flash M Manual Standard TTL flash Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash is onl
Standard TTL Flash Although this mode does not offer automatic flash output levels, your subject will be correctly exposed. TTL Performance The TTL Flash System in the Pronea camera body was optimized to work with the reflectivity of Advanced Photo System (APS) film. Because the imager in your DCS 300 series camera does not have the same reflectivity properties as APS film, the TTL Flash system performance does not demonstrate the same robustness.
8 Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync Slow Sync When flash pictures are taken in dim light at high shutter speeds, the background may turn out dark. Slow Sync improves background exposures by extending the automatically controlled shutter speed range down to 30 seconds, which enables background details to emerge. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
Selecting Flash Sync Mode 1 Press and hold the FNC button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the Function Set indicator ( ) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and the Flash symbol starts blinking. (The different types of flash symbols are shown in the illustration at the bottom of the page.
3 Press and hold the SET button Ps - Normal Sync MDE - Red-Eye Reduction - Red-Eye Reduction with FNC Slow Sync SET () +/- RESET BUSY - Slow Sync - Rear-Curtain Sync. When you remove your finger from the FNC button, the flash symbol disappears. F PRINT TYPE SLOW SLOW REAR 8-7 Flash and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired flash symbol appears.
Tips ✔ For Normal Sync with a Nikon Speedlight SB-24/SB-25/SB-26, set the Speedlight’s Flash Sync Mode selector to NORMAL. ✔ Red-Eye Reduction and Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync can be set only with the built-in flash or Nikon Speedlight SB-26/SB-27. Setting Red-Eye Reduction with a Speedlight that does not offer red-eye reduction causes to blink in the Camera Status LCD panel. ✔ For Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, set the Exposure mode to Auto-Multi Program (P) or Aperture-Priority Auto (A).
8 Using the Built-in Flash Built-in Flash Specifications ✔ Usable ISO DCS 315: 100 - 400 DCS 330: 125 - 400 ✔ Guide number: Approximately 20 (m) at ISO 200, and 20°C ✔ Angle of coverage: 20mm or longer lens* *Focal length used here is for IX-Nikkor lenses. WARNING: ✔ Do not touch the built-in flash while it is firing; normal operation can cause it to become very hot. Tips ✔ Never fire the flash more than 20 times consecutively at intervals of 5 seconds or less; doing so could impair flash performance.
Usable Lenses with Built-In Flash Non-Zoom AF Nikkor lenses 20mm to 300mm non-Zoom AF Nikkor lenses (AF-S 300mm f/2.8D cannot be used when shooting a subject within 3.7m/12.1 ft.). AF 300mm f/2.8 ED-IF cannot be used. Zoom AF Nikkor lenses. Zoom AF Nikkor lenses IX-Nikkor 20-60mm f/3.5-f/5.6 35-70mm f/2.8D IX-Nikkor 24-70mm f/3.5-f/5.6 35-80mm f/4.5-f/5.6D IX-Nikkor 60-180mm f/4-f/5.6 35-105mm f/3.5-f/4.5D IF 20-35mm f/2.8D IF1 35-135mm f/3.5-f/4.5 24-50mm f3.3-f4.5D 70-210mm f/4-f/5.
8 Flash Shooting Distance Range The distance ranges for flash at various combinations of aperture and ISO are shown in the table below: 100 200 Guide number (m/ft) 14/45.9 20/6.5 1.4 2 Aperture Flash ISO 400 Flash shooting distance range (m/ft) 28/91.9 2.8 2.0 - 9.9/6.6 - 32.5 2 2.8 4 2.8 4 5.6 1.0 - 5.0/3.3 - 16.4 1.4 - 7.0/4.6 - 23 4 5.6 8 0.7 - 3.5/2.3 - 11.5 5.6 8 11 0.6 - 2.5/2.0 - 8.2 8 11 16 0.6 - 1.8/2.0 - 5.9 11 16 22 0.6 - 1.3/2.0 - 4.3 16 22 32 0.6 - 0.
Shutter Speed/Aperture in Flash Shooting The shutter speed/aperture ranges for the various exposures modes in flash shooting are shown in the table below: Exposure mode Shutter speed Aperture Programmed Auto (P, Ps) Automatically controlled from 1/180 second to 1/60 second1 Aperture is automatically controlled between f/2.8 and lens minimum aperture.
8 Operating the Built-in Flash 1 Press the Flash Lock-release OROUT ON OFF BASIC ADVANCED When Continuous shooting ( ) is set, the camera automatically switches to Single-Frame shooting ( s ) as soon as the flash pops up, and blinks in the Camera Status LCD panel. When Wide Area focus ( [ ] ) is set, the camera automatically switches to Spot Area focus ( o ) as soon as the flash pops up. [ ] blinks in the Camera Status LCD panel, and appears in the viewfinder.
4 Compose the shot and lightly press the Shutter Release button. Confirm that the Focus Confirmation ( ) and Flash Ready light (red ) appear in the viewfinder. F If an Electronic Analog display appears in the viewfinder while you are using Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual Exposure mode, the background may be underexposed. To obtain a correct exposure for the background: ✔ Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure mode: Set a slower shutter speed.
8 5 Confirm that the subject is After shooting, check the FlashReady light again. If it blinks for a few seconds after shooting, the light may have been insufficient. Use the Histogram (page 9-5) to check the exposure. If necessary, move closer to the subject or select a wider aperture and shoot again. 8-15 Flash within the flash shooting distance range (page 8-11), then fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture an image.
Using Flash Exposure Bracketing You can use Flash Exposure Bracketing to shoot the same subject at three different flash output levels with a varying flash output level compensation 0.5 EV or 1 EV. Setting a compensation degree of 0.5 EV, for example, lets you capture three images, the first without compensation, the second with -0.5 EV compensation and the third with +0.5 EV compensation.
8 1 Activate the built-in flash or turn 2 Press and hold the FNC button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the Function Set indicator ( ) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel and BKT and start blinking. Remove your finger from the FNC button so BKT and stop blinking. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F S AF-S BKT QR ISO A IN PRINT TYPE 8-17 Flash on the attached Nikon Speedlight.
3 Press and hold the SET button and rotate the Main-Command dial until the desired compensation degree (0.5 or 1.0) appears. Ps 4 Remove your finger from the MDE SET button to complete the setting. FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F BKT PRINT TYPE To cancel Flash Exposure Bracketing before or during the operation, turn the camera Off and then On again, or press and hold the Ps and RESET buttons for more than two seconds.
First shot is taken Second shot is taken F ISO BKT A AF-S S A AF-S PRINT TYPE +2.1.0.1.2- S ISO BKT A AF-S PRINT TYPE C F F F ISO BKT F BKT AF-S F A C C +2.1.0.1.2- ISO PRINT TYPE PRINT TYPE C +2.1.0.1.
Using Flash Output Level Compensation Use Flash Output Level Compensation to make a flash-illuminated subject brighter or darker. You can manually adjust the flash light output level using Flash Output Level Compensation. Using this function, you can adjust the light output level from -3 EV to +1 EV in 1/2 steps. 1 Press and hold the FNC button and rotate Main-Command dial until the Function Set indicator ( ) appears in the Camera Status LCD panel, and the symbol starts blinking.
3 Press and hold the SET button Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY F PRINT TYPE F S AF-S ISO A PRINT TYPE C Once set, Flash Output Level Compensation remains fixed until reset. Although remains in the Camera Status LCD panel to indicate Exposure Compensation is On, the compensation value disappears when you release from the SET button. The symbol disappears from the viewfinder when the exposure meter automatically turns Off.
4 Activate the built-in flash or turn the attached Nikon Speedlight On. OROUT ON OFF BASIC ADVANCED To confirm the compensation value in the Camera Status LCD panel, press and hold the FNC button and rotate the MainCommand dial until the Function Set indicator ( ) appears and starts blinking. Press the SET button. Ps MDE FNC SET () +/- RESET BUSY 5 After shooting, reset the F PRINT TYPE 8-22 compensation amount to “0.0”.
8 Using Accessory Nikon Speedlights When using a Nikon Speedlight, remove the accessory shoe cover.
What You Can Do With Nikon Speedlights The main features and functions of Nikon Speedlights are listed in the table below: RearFlash Output Flash Repeating Red-Eye Speedlight Slow Curtain Level Exposure 1 3 6 Model Sync Flash Reduction Sync2 Compensation4 Bracketing5 SB-27 Yes7 Yes7 No Yes Yes8 Yes SB-26 Yes7 Yes Yes Yes Yes8 Yes SB-25 Yes7 Yes Yes Yes Yes8 No SB-24 Yes7 Yes Yes8 No 8 SB-23, SB-22 and SB-20 7 Yes SB-16B, SB-15, SB- Yes7 11, SB-14 or SB-140 SB-21B Yes7 Yes Ye
8 Notes on Flash Photography ✔ The available maximum aperture for each ISO in Auto-Multi Program is shown in the table below: Flash ISO Setting Maximum Aperture 100 f4 200 f4.8 400 (DCS 315 only) f5.6 If you are using a lens with a maximum aperture smaller than listed, the automatically controlled aperture range is from the lens’s maximum aperture to its minimum aperture.
Flash Sync Terminal The Flash Sync terminal is only available with the DCS 330 camera. The DCS 330 camera has an external Flash Sync terminal located on the camera’s left side. This terminal may also be referred to as a PC Sync jack or X-Terminal and it is compatible with the industry standard sync cords. It is used for triggering strobe units that are not mounted onto the camera’s hot shoe, and it is rated for sync voltages up to a maximum of 30V DC.
8 The following restrictions apply when the Flash Sync terminal is in use: ✔ TTL automatic flash exposure control, automatic flash synchronization of the camera shutter speed, and the viewfinder’s flash ready-light indicator do not work. ✔ The camera’s shutter speed for flash sync cannot be set automatically. Set the shutter speed manually to a slower speed than the synchronization speed (maximum speed available is 1/180 second).
Working with Images on the Camera 9 9 Image Review Mode You can view images on your camera in Single, Four, and Nine Image Review mode. Single Image Review mode Four Image Review mode Nine Image Review mode ☛ You can also view images in Single Image Review mode when the Status screen is displayed on Image LCD panel. Refer to “Viewing Status Information” on page 9-8.
Selecting a Review Mode 1 Insert a PC Card if you have not already done so. 2 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 3 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the icon for the desired viewing mode (Single, Four, or Nine Image Review mode or S for the Status screen). 4 Release the MENU button. One, four, or nine images are displayed. Reviewing Images You can review images one folder at a time. 1 Select the desired folder.
The following examples show how images are selected when you rotate the MainCommand dial clockwise and counter-clockwise in Four Image Review mode: Review sequence with counter-clockwise rotation of the Main Command dial 44 45 44 45 44 45 46 47 46 47 46 47 9 45 45 46 46 47 46 47 47 48 48 49 Camera Images 44 Review sequence with clockwise rotation of the Main Command dial 44 45 44 45 44 45 46 47 46 47 46 47 44 45 43 44 42 43 46 47 45 46 44 45 Selecting image
Adjusting the Display Contrast You can change the contrast of the images on the Image LCD panel. Changing the contrast affects only the view of the images on the Image LCD panel, not the images themselves. Once you change the contrast setting, the change will be maintained. 1 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 2 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Display Contrast icon. 3 Release the MENU button.
Viewing Overexposure Areas and Histogram Information There are two display options available on the Image LCD panel: Highlight and Histogram/Info. The Highlight feature causes overexposed areas of the image to blink. This feature helps you immediately determine how much of the image (or what area of a scene) was overexposed. The feature also helps you to evaluate whether the desired scene area was correctly exposed, even though less desirable areas may have been overexposed.
If you turn Highlight On, overexposed areas of the image blink. Image name Date Time Shutter speed ISO setting Aperture Exposure mode Exposure compensation If you turned Histogram/Info On, the Histogram and image information screen appears. A typical screen is shown. ☛ The Histogram only appears in Single Image Review mode. The Histogram shows the range and distribution of tonal values for an image.
Value Description Auto-Multi Program S Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure mode A Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure mode M Manual Exposure mode PRT Portrait Program HYP Hyperfocal Program LAN Landscape Program CLS Close-Up Program SPR Sport Program SIL Silhouette Program Occasionally the camera cannot obtain exposure information about an image. In this case, ?? is displayed instead of the values at the lower left of the Histogram screen.
Viewing Status Information You can view status information on the currently selected image. 1 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Status icon. 2 Release the MENU button. The Status screen appears. ☛ Quickly press and release the SELECT button to toggle between the Status screen and Single Image Review mode.
Tagging an Image You can tag one or more images as a selection mechanism for operations on the camera or in the Kodak Software. On the camera, you can specify that the tagged images NOT be deleted. In the Kodak Software you can select tagged (or untagged) images and perform a variety of operations. Refer to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software User’s Manual on the DCS Host Software CD included with your camera. 1 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On.
Associating Sound Files With Images You can attach one or more sound files to the current image, either immediately after you capture the image, or later when you review it (page 9-2). If you later use the Kodak Software to copy or delete the image, the sound file will also be copied or deleted. (If you copy or delete images without using the Kodak Software, you must also copy or delete the sound (.WAV) files. You can play the sound files using the Kodak Software or other software designed for sound (.
The PC Card Busy/Record LED turns green while you are recording sound. You can repeat the process if you wish to associate additional sound files with the image.
Deleting Images You can delete images from the PC Card to make space for additional images. If there are sound files associated with an image, they too will be deleted. Deleting One Image 1 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 2 Select the folder containing the image that you want to delete. 3 Select the image that you want to delete. 4 Press and hold the MENU button and the SELECT button at the same time. The Delete Image screen appears. 5 Release the Menu and SELECT buttons.
Deleting More Than One Image You can delete all images in the current folder, all untagged images in the current folder, all images on a PC Card, or all untagged images on a card. 1 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 2 If you plan to delete untagged images, tag any images that you want to keep. Refer to “Tagging an Image” on page 9-9. button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Main menu icon. 4 Release the MENU button. The Main menu appears.
If you chose Yes, this screen appears giving you the opportunity to possibly cancel some of the deletions. When finished, a screen like the one at the left tells you how many images were deleted. IMPORTANT: ✔ When you delete all images or all untagged images on a card, images in other folders will also be deleted. Be certain that you don’t need any of them.
Connecting your Camera to a Computer 10 There are two ways to prepare for accessing camera images from your computer: ✔ Connect the camera to the computer using an IEEE 1394 connection. ✔ Remove the PC Card from the camera and insert it into a PC Card reader. Once you have done one of the above, you can access camera images from your computer. You will need to use Kodak Software to acquire images that were not processed on the camera.
To Connect Your Camera to a Computer Connect your camera to the computer using an IEEE 1394 cable. This cable makes it possible for images to be moved from the camera to the computer at a very rapid rate. It is easy to use—you can plug either end into the camera or the computer, and you don’t need to turn the computer or the camera Off before connecting or disconnecting. You must use an IEEE 1394 cable and adapter card. 1 Insert the battery tray or hook up the Kodak-specified AC adapter.
☛ You may connect more than one camera or other 1394 devices to the card as long as you avoid a closed loop configuration. (The drawing is an example of an acceptable configuration.) ☛ The camera’s IEEE 1394 port Scanner Printer does not support a second pass-through connector, and is meant to be the last device on the “daisy chain.” PC Card reader Computer Camera You are now ready to access your camera from the computer.
Disconnecting your Camera From the Computer IMPORTANT: Close the Kodak Software Image window before you disconnect the camera from the computer. Otherwise, you may lose data from the PC Card. You can connect or disconnect the camera without turning the camera or the computer Off. 1 If the Kodak Software is running, click the Done button in the Kodak Software Image window. 2 Unplug the cable.
Camera Care 11 This chapter discusses the cleaning and care of your camera. It also provides instructions for loading new firmware. Handling With careful handling, your camera should produce images of the highest quality for years to come. Tips ✔ Do not drop your camera or subject it to shock. While the camera has been designed for durability, it is a precision instrument and should be handled with care. ✔ Keep your camera out of salt spray and protect it from excessive moisture.
Cleaning the Camera 1 Turn the camera Off. 2 Disconnect the camera from the AC adapter and from the computer if it is connected. 3 Using a clean, damp cloth, clean only the outside encasement, the Image LCD panel, the Camera Status LCD panel, and the viewfinder. IMPORTANT: Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the outside of the camera. 4 To remove dust from the lens, mirror, or focusing screen, gently blow the dust away using a commercially available bulb-type blower.
Antialiasing Filter (DCS 330 Only) The DCS 330 contains an antialiasing filter which helps prevent aliasing at certain focal distances. It may be necessary to remove the antialiasing filter for cleaning. While it is not essential, you can wear lint-free, static-free gloves, available from your camera dealer. CAUTION: If you break the glass on the antialiasing filter while it is in the camera, call your service representative. The broken glass can damage the imager and other parts of the camera.
3 Carefully unscrew the screw at the bottom of the antialiasing filter bracket using a jewelers screwdriver (Phillips #00). AF M 4 Carefully remove the filter bracket from the camera. 5 Gently blow off the dust using commercially available “canned air.” If the antialiasing filter is still dirty, please contact your dealer or service representative. 6 To re-install: place the filter bracket tabs into the upper two notches on the camera lens opening, and secure the screw at the bottom.
Checking and Cleaning the Imager The imager is the camera component that records light when you capture an image. If it gets dirty, the quality of your images can be affected. Even though it is located inside the camera, it is still possible for the imager to become dirty. To determine whether the imager needs cleaning: ✔ Capture a test image of a flat uniform scene, and examine it for imperfections that indicate dirt on the imager. ✔ Access the imager and visually inspect it for dirt.
Visually Inspecting the Imager 1 Turn the camera Off. 2 Remove the lens from the camera. 3 Remove the antialiasing filter (page 11-3), if necessary. 4 If a full battery tray is not in the camera, insert one now. Refer to “Inserting Batteries” on page 2-4. 5 If the camera is not connected to the Kodak-specified AC adapter, connect it now. Refer to “Connecting the Kodak-specified AC adapter” on page 2-9.
7 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 8 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand Dial to highlight the Main Menu icon. 9 Release the MENU button. The Main menu appears. 10 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Imager Clean choice. 11 Release the SELECT button. If there are no batteries in the camera or the camera is not connected to an AC adapter, a message to that effect will appear. Return to Step 3.
If you chose Cancel, you can turn the camera Off and replace the lens. If you chose OK, the mirror lifts and the shutter opens. The imager is visible through the lens mounting flange. CAUTION: Do not remove the power sources while the mirror is raised. The Close Shutter screen appears in the Image LCD panel. 14 Hold the camera so that light reflects off the imager. Visually inspect the imager for grease, fingerprints, lint, or other dirt. If the imager is dirty, you can clean and reassemble the camera.
Cleaning the Imager If the imager is dirty, gently blow off the dust using commercially available “canned air.” If the imager is still dirty, contact your dealer or service representative. Reassembling the Camera Reassemble your camera after inspecting or cleaning the imager. 1 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight Yes in the Close shutter screen. The mirror lowers and the shutter closes. 2 Turn the camera Off.
Storing the Camera ✔ Wrap the camera in a clean, soft cloth and store it in a well-ventilated, cool, dry, dust-free place. ✔ Keep the camera out of direct sunlight, and away from “hot spots” such as the trunk or rear window shelf of a car. ✔ Avoid places where chemical agents such as moth balls are used, and use a desiccant when there is extreme humidity. ✔ To prevent corrosion, avoid storing the camera in a laboratory or other location where chemicals are used.
Loading Camera Firmware Firmware is the software program which runs within the camera and controls its operation. As changes are made to the firmware, new versions may become available. You should occasionally check the Kodak web site (http://www.kodak.com) to see if there is a new firmware version. You can download the firmware from the Kodak WWW site or obtain it from your camera dealer. There are two ways to load firmware: ✔ Using the Kodak Software.
4 Insert a PC Card into the card reader on your computer. 5 On your computer, copy the firmware file (dcs3xx.bin) to the root directory of a PC Card. (Do not copy the file to a folder on the card.) On Windows systems, the firmware file will have been installed in \TWAIN_32\Kodakdcs in your Windows directory. On Macintosh systems, it will have been installed in the DCS Plugin directory in your root directory. 6 Insert the PC Card into your camera.
7 Press the MENU button to turn the Image LCD panel On. 8 Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight the Main Menu icon. 9 Release the MENU button. The Main Menu appears. 10 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight Firmware. 11 Release the SELECT button. The Firmware screen appears. 12 Press and hold the SELECT button and rotate the MainCommand dial to highlight your choice. 13 Release the SELECT button.
If you choose Update from card, the screen at the left appears briefly. This screen then appears. 14 Choose OK or Cancel. If you choose Cancel, the firmware will not be updated. If you choose OK, the Progress screen appears. If there is a problem loading the firmware, an error message will be displayed. When the firmware has been successfully loaded, this screen appears. 15 Choose OK. The Main Menu appears. ☛ To revert to an older version of firmware, you must repeat steps 10 - 14.
12 Warranty Warranty 12 CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA. USE OF YOUR CAMERA INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THEM, PROMPLTY RETURN THE CAMERA, UNUSED, ALONG WITH THE ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS, IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING. WARRANTY KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 300 Series Digital Camera THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO EQUIPMENT PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES.
Limitations REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE IS KODAK’S ONLY OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY. Warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase. Please return the Warranty Registration card within 30 days of purchase. As a condition of warranty service, before sending in your equipment to a Kodak authorized service center for repair, you must first contact a Kodak representative for return authorization and instructions.
12 Outside the United States How to Obtain Service In the United States, call 1-800-23-KODAK (1-800-235-6325). In Canada, call 1-800-GO-KODAK (1-800-465-6325). In other countries, call your nearest Kodak representative. If service is required, your Kodak representative will instruct you to return the unit to the nearest service center for repair and will issue a return authorization number.
Product Support Options During the warranty period for the DCS 300 Series Digital Camera, you are entitled to product support for both hardware and software, provided your camera is registered with Eastman Kodak Company. You may register with Eastman Kodak via mail, fax, or through Kodak’s WWW (World Wide Web) site (http://www.kodak.com). Support is provided through a variety of options: 1 Technical support through the WWW site: (http://www.kodak.
12 5 Out-of-Warranty Support Options Service maintenance agreements, which cover the repair and support of the DCS camera and software are available. Please contact the regional Service Marketing group at: North America 1-800-645-6325 No-charge options include: • • FaxBack system documents KODAK PROFESSIONAL World Wide Web site: http://www.kodak.com/ 12-5 Warranty There will be a charge for call incidents if you wish to speak to a Kodak support representative.
Software License Agreement YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE OPENING THE CD PACKAGE WHICH CONTAINS THE SOFTWARE. OPENING THE CD PACKAGE INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THEM, YOU SHOULD PROMPTLY RETURN THE CD PACKAGE UNOPENED, ALONG WITH THE ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS. Eastman Kodak Company (Kodak) provides this software and licenses its use worldwide.
12 TERM LIMITED WARRANTY Kodak warrants the CD on which the software is furnished to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of delivery to you as evidenced by a copy of your receipt. Kodak does not warrant that the functions contained in the software will meet your requirements or that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted or error free.
LIMITATIONS OF REMEDIES Kodak’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be: 1 the replacement of any CD not meeting Kodak’s “Limited Warranty” that is returned to Kodak or your dealer with a copy of your receipt, or 2 if Kodak or the dealer is unable to deliver a replacement CD that is free of defects in materials or workmanship, you may terminate this Agreement by returning the software.
Appendix A - Specifications Two models are available: DCS 315 and DCS 330.
Quick Recall function Using the QR-OUT button, user-selected or original camera settings can be recalled; up to three settings can be memorized Exposure compensation With the Exposure Compensation button; ±5 EV range, in 1/2 EV steps Auto exposure lock By pressing the AE-L button while meter is on Exposure bracketing Three frames in 1/2 or 1 EV steps Shutter speeds Lithium niobate oscillator-controlled speeds from 1/8000 to 30 seconds (in 1/2 stop increments) Viewfinder Fixed eye level pentaprism
Appendix B - Troubleshooting If you run into a problem operating your camera, check the following table to see if you can find the cause of the problem. If the trouble persists, take the camera to your nearest service representative. Symptom Indication The PC Card icon does not appear in the Image LCD panel. Remedy Insert a PC Card or check the insertion. Refer to “Inserting a PC Card” on page 4-2. Card not formatted message appears in the Image LCD panel. The PC Card is not formatted.
Symptom Indication Cause The Flash Ready light is blinking. Flash output may have been insufficient. Refer to “TTL Performance” on page 8-4. The Battery icon in Status screen indicates The battery is dead. Replace the batteries or use the Kodak-specified AC adapter. Refer to “Inserting Batteries” on page 2-4 or “Kodak-specified AC adapter” on page 2-8. FEE blinks A lens other than IXNikkor lens is attached but not set to the smallest aperture setting. Set the lens to the smallest aperture.
Symptom The shutter doesn’t work in Single Servo AF mode. (It can be released in Continuous Servo AF mode). Cause Remedy blinks in the viewfinder Autofocus is impossible with the subject. Set the Focus Mode selector to M and focus manually using the clear matte field. Refer to “Using Manual Focus” on page 7-18. stays in the viewfinder in AF mode. The subject is located closer than the closest focusing distance of the lens. Move away from the subject and refocus.
Symptom Indication Cause Remedy The Electronic Analog Display blinks in Manual Exposure mode. The subject is too dark. Select a wider aperture and/or slower shutter speed, or use the built-in flash or an accessory Nikon Speedlight. The shutter speed indications in the Camera Status LCD panel and viewfinder blink. You are performing Auto Exposure Bracketing in Manual exposure mode. This is proper operation Green lights up inside the viewfinder. Subject is too dark.
Symptom Indication Cause Remedy Controls don’t work and the LCD panels don’t display. No power to camera. Verify battery placement and capacity or check the Kodak-specified AC adapter. Refer to “Batteries” on page 2-3 or “Connecting the Kodakspecified AC adapter” on page 2-9. The camera controls don’t work. The camera is “locked up.” Remove batteries and AC adapter and contact your service representative. The Image LCD panel is not clearly visible. The Image LCD panel is too light or too dark.
Symptom Error messages appear on the Macintosh computer screen when the camera is connected to the computer using IEEE 1394 cable. B-6 Indication Cause Remedy kLoginErr (-5693) Another application is using the camera. Quit any applications that may be using the camera (other than the one intended for immediate use). Turn the camera Off then On. timeoutErr (-4162) The camera failed to respond to a command within the allotted time. 1 Turn the camera Off then On.
Appendix C - Lens Compatibility Compatible Lenses Your camera will work with the following Nikkor lenses. Some work only without the antialiasing filter, and some work both with and without the filter. (Use the table below as a reference.) Manual Single Focal Length Lenses Lens Name Lens Type Ai 6/2.8S Fish Eye Ai 8/2.8 Fish Eye Ai 8/2.8S Fish Eye Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter x x x x x Ai 13/5.6 x x Ai 13/5.6S x x Ai 15/5.6 x x Ai 15/3.
Lens Name Lens Type Works with Antialiasing Filter Ai 20/4 Works without Antialiasing Filter x Ai 24/2 x Ai 24/2S x x Ai 24/2.8 x Ai 24/2.8S x x Ai 28/2 x Ai 28/2S x x Ai 28/2.8 x E 28/2.8 x x Ai 28/2.8S x x Ai 28/3.5 x x Ai 28/3.5S x x Ai 35/1.4 x x Ai 35/1.4S x x Ai 35/2 x x Ai 35/2S E 35/2.5 x Series E x x Ai 35/2.8 x x Ai 35/2.8S x x Ai 50/1.2 x x Ai 50/1.2S x x Ai 50/1.4 x x Ai 50/1.4S x x Ai 50/1.8 x Ai 50/1.8S x x E 50/1.
Lens Name Lens Type Ai 58/1.2 Noct Ai 58/1.2S Noct Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter x x x Ai 85/1.4S x x Ai 85/2 x x Ai 85/2S x x E 100/2.8 x x Ai 105/1.8S x x Ai 105/2.5 x x Ai 105/2.5S x x Ai 105/2.8S Micro x x Ai 105/4 Micro x x Ai 105/4S Micro x x Ai 105/4.5S Ultra Violet x x Ai 135/2 x x Ai 135/2S x x Ai 135/2.8 x x Ai 135/2.8S x x E 135/2.8 x x Ai 135/3.5 x x Ai 135/3.5S x x Ai 180/2.8 x x Ai 180/2.
Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter Ai 300/4.5 x x Ai 300/4.5S x x x x Lens Name Ai 300/4.5 Lens Type ED Ai 300/4.5 ED-IF x x Ai 300/4.5S ED-IF x x Ai 400/2.8S ED-IF x x Ai 400/3.5 ED-IF x x Ai 400/3.5S ED-IF x x Ai 400/5.6 ED x x Ai 400/5.6 ED-IF x x Ai 400/5.6S ED-IF x x Ai 500/4S x x Ai 600/4 ED-IF x x Ai 600/4S ED-IF x x Ai 600/5.6 ED-IF x x Ai 600/5.6S ED-IF x x Ai 800/5.
Manual Zoom Lenses Works without Antialiasing Filter Ai Zoom 25-50/4 x x Ai Zoom 25-50/4S x x Ai Zoom 28-45/4.5 x x Ai Zoom 28-50/3.5S x x Ai Zoom 28-85/3.54.5S x x Ai Zoom 35-70/3.34.5S x x Ai Zoom 35-70/3.5 x x Ai Zoom 35-70/3.5S x x Ai Zoom 35-105/ 3.5-4.5S x x Ai Zoom 35-135/ 3.5-4.5S x x Ai Zoom 35-200/ 3.5-4.5S x x x x Ai Zoom 43-86/3.5 x x Ai Zoom 50-135/ 3.5S x x Ai Zoom 50-300/4.5 x x Ai Zoom 50-300/4.5 ED x x Ai Zoom 50-300/ 4.
Lens Name Lens Type Ai Zoom 100-300/ 5.6S Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter x x Ai Zoom 180-600/ 8S ED x x Ai Zoom 200-400/ 4S ED x x Ai Zoom 200-600/ 9.5S ED x x Ai Zoom 360-1200/ ED 11S x x Ai Zoom 12001700/5.6-8S x x Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter x x AF 18/2.8D x x AF 20/2.8 x x AF 20/2.8D x x AF 24/2.8 x x AF 24/2.8D x x AF 28/1.
Lens Name Lens Type Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter AF 60/2.8 Micro x x AF 60/2.8D Micro x x AF 85/1.8 RF x x AF 85/1.8D x x AF 85/1.4D x x AF 105/2D RF-DC x x AF 105/2.8 Micro x x AF 105/2.8D Micro x x AF 135/2 RF-DC x x AF 135/2D RF-DC x x AF 180/2.8 ED-IF x x AF 180/2.8D ED-IF x x AF 200/4D ED-IF-MC x x AF 300/2.8 ED-IF x x AF 300/4 ED-IF x x AF I 300/2.8D ED-IF-DCM x x AF I 400/2.
Autofocus Zoom Lenses Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter x x AF Zoom 24- 50/ 3.3-4.5 x x AF Zoom 24- 50/ 3.3-4.5D x x Lens Name AF Zoom 20- 35/ 2.8D Lens Type ASP AF Zoom 24- 120/ 3.5-5.6D IF x x AF Zoom 28 - 70/ 3.5-4.5 ASP x x AF Zoom 28 - 70/ 3.5-4.5D ASP x x AF Zoom 28- 80/ 3.5-5.6D x x AF Zoom 28- 85/ 3.5-4.5S x x AF Zoom 28- 85/ 3.5-4.5 x x x x AF Zoom 35- 70/2.8 x x AF Zoom 35- 70/ 2.8D x x AF Zoom 35- 70/ 3.3-4.
Works with Antialiasing Filter Works without Antialiasing Filter AF Zoom 35-135/ 3.5-4.5 x x AF Zoom 70-210/4 x x AF Zoom 70-210/45.6 x x AF Zoom 70-210/45.6D x x x x x x Lens Name AF Zoom 70-300/ 4.5-5.6D Lens Type ED AF Zoom 70-300/ 4.5-5.6 AF Zoom 80-200/ 2.8 ED x x AF Zoom 80-200/ 2.8D ED x x x x x x AF Zoom 80-200/ 4.5-5.6D AF Zoom 75-180/ 4.5-5.6D ED-MC IX Zoom 20-60/3.55.6 x IX Zoom 24-70/3.55.6 x IX Zoom 60-180/ 3.5-5.
Incompatible Lenses You cannot use non-AI or modified AI lenses with your camera. CAUTIONS: The IX-NIKKOR lens can only be used on the DCS 315 or on the DCS 330 when the antialiasing filter is removed. You will break the antialiasing filter if you attempt to install an IX-NIKKOR lens when the filter is in place. Do not attach the following Nikkor lenses and teleconverters to your DCS 315 or DCS 330 camera.
Appendix D - Glossary Appendix D AE (Automatic Exposure) lock Holds an automatically controlled shutter speed and/or aperture. Recommended when you want to control an exposure based on a scene’s particular brightness area with Center-Weighted or Spot metering. Auto Exposure Bracketing Operates using various shutter speeds and/or apertures in all exposure modes. (See also Exposure Bracketing.
CPU (Central Processing Unit) The component that controls an electronic product’s functions. AF Nikkor (including D-type AF Nikkor) and AI-P Nikkor lenses have built-in CPUs. The DCS 300 Series camera has a Motorola 821 Power PC CPU. Depth of field The zone of sharpest focus in front of, behind, and around the subject upon which the lens is focused. When this zone of sharpness is large, the depth of field is said to be deep; when it is small, the depth of field is said to be shallow.
Exposure control Shutter-Priority Auto: The user selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the matching lens aperture for correct exposure. Aperture-Priority Auto: The user selects the aperture and the camera sets the matching shutter speed for correct exposure. Manual: The user selects both shutter speed and aperture, regardless of whether he or she follows the meter’s LCD readout recommendations to achieve desired exposure.
Flexible Program Temporarily shifts an automatically selected shutter speed/aperture combination while maintaining correct exposure. That is, a desired shutter speed or aperture can be selected with the camera in Programmed Auto Exposure mode. Focus Tracking Enables the camera to assess the speed of a moving subject according to perceived focus data, then set correct focus settings by anticipating subject position--and driving the lens to that position at the exact moment of exposure.
Hyperfocal distance ISO The international standard for representing film sensitivity. The higher the number, the greater the sensitivity, and vice versa. For example, ISO 200 is twice as sensitive as ISO 100, and half as sensitive as ISO 400. When you change the ISO setting on your camera, you adjust the sensitivity of the imager equivalent to the corresponding film sensitivity. JPEG A compressed image file format with a color space that is understood by all applications including Photoshop.
Slow Sync A flash technique for using the flash at a slow shutter speed. Flash shooting in dim light or at night at a fast shutter speed often results in a flash-illuminated subject against a dark background. Using a slower shutter speed with the flash allows background details to show up better. Use of a slow shutter speed with rear-curtain sync is particularly effective for capturing a stream of light’s movement.
Appendix E - Focal Length Conversion The imager in your camera has a smaller image area than 35mm film or Advanced Photo System film. Because of this difference in size, images obtained from a DCS 300 Series camera using lenses designed for Nikon film cameras will also differ in size. When compared to a 35mm film camera, a DCS 330 image will appear to have been captured with a 35mm Nikkor lens having a focal length about 1.9 times longer than was actually used.
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Appendix F Problem Report KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 300 Series Digital Cameras Customer Return Address Name______________________________________________________________ Company___________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ City________________________________State_____Zip_____________--______ Ph
Numerics 3D matrix metering 6-27 A B BASIC mode 5-3–5-7 Alerts 5-6 Camera settings 5-4 Compared to ADVANCED mode 61–6-2 Functions available 6-2 Batteries 2-3 Checking status 2-6 Handling and disposing of 2-3 Inserting 2-4 Removing 2-5 Tips 2-7 Types 2-3 Battery status, Checking 2-6 Bracketing 7-9–7-11 Flash exposure 8-16–8-18 Built-in flash 8-9–8-15 Distance range 8-11 Operating 8-13–8-15 Shutter speed/aperture 8-12 Specifications 8-9 Usable lenses 8-10 Buttons 1-15–1-18 C Camera Accessories 1-2 Back con
Reassembling after cleaning imager 11-9 Side controls 1-7 Specifications A-1–A-2 Storing 11-10 Top controls 1-6 Turning Off 2-2 Turning On 2-2 Warranty 12-1–12-8 Camera properties.
F H Features 1-3 File size 4-8 Files. See Image files Firmware, Loading 11-11–11-14 Flash Built-in. See Built-in flash.
L Landscape program 6-5 LCD panels Camera Status 1-9–1-10 Effects of temperature on 1-11 Image 1-8 Lens Autofocus Zoom Lenses C-8–C-9 Incompatible C-10 Manual Single Lenses C-1–C-4 Manual Zoom Lenses C-5–C-6 Mounting 1-19 Non-CPU 1-22 Non-zoom AF Nikkor 8-10 Overview 1-19 Removing 1-22 Setting to the minimum aperture 1-21 Zoom AF Nikkor 8-10 Lens adapters 1-22 M Main-Command dial 1-14 Manual exposure mode 6-14 Electric analog display examples 6-26 Obtaining a meter reading 7-6 Operating in 6-24–6-25 Manual
S T Safeguards 1-27 Saving customized settings 7-12–7-13 Scale marks 3-6 SELECT button 1-16 Select button 1-16 Selecting images 9-7 Self timer button 1-17 Self-timer operation 7-1–7-2 Serial port jack 1-25 SET button 1-17 Shutter Release button 1-18 Shutter speed/aperture with flash 8-12 Shutter-priority auto exposure mode 6-12 Alerts 6-20 Tagging Images 9-9 TIFF files 4-8 Time.
V Vari-program 6-3–6-9 Alerts 6-9 Automatic camera settings 6-7 Cancelling 6-7 Close-up program 6-5 Hyperfocal program 6-5 Landscape program 6-5 Operating 6-8 Portrait program 6-4 Programs 6-4–6-6 Setting 6-7 Silhouette program 6-6 Sport program 6-6 VCCI Statement 1-31 Viewfinder 1-13 Difference between DCS 315 and DCS 330 1-13 W Warranty 12-1–12-8 Z Zoom AF Nikkor lenses 8-10 Index-6
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6B0935_B DCS 300 SERIES DIGITAL CAMERAS; USER'S GUIDE-ENGLISH; BACK COVER TRIM SIZE: 7.5 (W) X 9.0 (H) INCHES M. DE MEYER, CORPORATE DESIGN AND USABILITY CENTER, 03.16.99 FONTS USED IN THIS ARTWORK: UNIVERS 55 REGULAR, UNIVERS 65 BOLD COLORS USED IN THIS ARTWORK: PROCESS, SPOT COLOR KODAK YELLOW EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Kodak Professional Division Rochester, New York 14650 www.kodak.com/go/professional © Eastman Kodak Company, 1999. Kodak and Kodak Professional are trademarks.
