Kodak EasyShare C433 zoom digital camera User’s guide www.kodak.com For interactive tutorials, www.kodak.com/go/howto For help with your camera, www.kodak.
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Product features Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Shutter button 5 Flash 2 Mode dial 6 Microphone 3 Flash button 7 Lens 4 Self timer/Video light 8 USB port www.kodak.
Product features Back view 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 8 9 15 10 14 11 13 1 LCD 9 2 Review button 10 Share button 3 Menu button 11 Slot for optional SD or MMC card 4 Delete button 5 ii 12 OK button 12 Battery compartment (4-way arrows) 13 SD/MMC card 6 Wide angle button 14 Tripod socket 7 Telephoto button 15 Dock connector 8 Strap post www.kodak.
Table of contents 1 1 Setting up your camera .........................................................................1 Attaching the strap ....................................................................................... 1 Loading the battery ....................................................................................... 1 Turning on the camera .................................................................................. 2 Setting the language, date/time................................
Table of contents 5 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................35 Camera problems........................................................................................ 35 Camera/computer communications.............................................................. 37 LCD screen messages .................................................................................. 38 6 Getting help .................................................................
1 Setting up your camera Attaching the strap Loading the battery Ni-MH (rechargeable) CRV3 lithium (non-rechargeable) 2 AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable) For battery types, see page 49. To extend battery life, see page 49. www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Turning on the camera Setting the language, date/time 1 to change. for previous/next field. 2 OK to accept. Setting the language, date/time in the future 1 2 Press Menu. 2 to highlight Setup Menu then press OK. 3 to highlight Language or Date/Time , then press OK. www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Storing pictures on an SD or MMC card Your camera has 16 MB of internal memory. You can purchase an SD or MMC card to conveniently store more pictures and videos. NOTE: When using the card for the first time, format it in this camera before taking pictures (see Format on page 23). We recommend Kodak SD or MMC cards. Card slot Notched corner SD or MMC card (optional) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage. See page 46 for storage capacities.
2 Taking pictures and videos Taking a picture 3 1 Press the Shutter button halfway to set the AF/AE (Auto Focus /Auto Exposure). LCD 2 AF/AE indicator: Green-successful Red-failed failed focus failed exposure When the AF/AE indicator turns green, press the Shutter button completely down. Taking a video 1 2 Press the Shutter button completely down and release. To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again. 4 www.kodak.
Taking pictures and videos Reviewing the picture or video just taken After you take a picture or video, the LCD displays a quickview for approximately 10 seconds. Press the shutter button halfway to immediately return to capture mode. The picture/ video is saved automatically unless you press Delete. Delete Play a video. Tag a picture/video for email or as a favorite, or tag a picture for print. To review pictures and videos anytime, see page 8.
Taking pictures and videos In capture mode—shutter pressed halfway Auto Focus/ Auto Exposure warning Low battery Exposure compensation Using the auto-focus framing marks (to take pictures) On the LCD screen, framing marks indicate the camera focus area. The camera attempts to focus on foreground subjects, even if the subjects are not centered in the scene. 1 Press the Shutter button halfway. When the framing marks turn green, focus is accomplished.
Taking pictures and videos 2 If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject (or if the framing marks disappear), release the Shutter button, recompose the scene, and repeat step 1. 3 Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. NOTE: Framing marks do not appear in Landscape or Video mode. When you use Focus Zone (see page 20) and set Center Zone, the framing marks are fixed at Center Wide.
Taking pictures and videos Reviewing pictures and videos on your camera Press the Review button to view and work with your pictures and videos. 1 2 Videos: OK Play/pause. Review. (Press again to exit.) Rewind to beginning (during playback). for previous/next. Next picture/video (during playback). To save battery power, use an optional Kodak EasyShare dock. (See www.kodak.com/go/c433accessories.) NOTE: Pictures taken at the 3.
Taking pictures and videos Understanding review icons Picture Print tag/number of prints Favorite tag Picture number Image storage location Email tag Protected Review mode Scroll arrows Video Video number Video length Favorite tag Image storage location Email tag Playback time counter Date/Time Review mode Scroll arrows www.kodak.com/go/support view single picture.
Taking pictures and videos Review options In Review, press the Menu button to access review options for pictures and videos. Some settings may be unavailable in some modes. 10 Album (page 27) Protect (page 11) Crop (page 26) Image Storage (see table on page 20) Slide Show (page 25) Picture information (page 26) Multi-up (page 8) Video information (page 26) Copy (page 27) Setup Menu (page 20) www.kodak.
Taking pictures and videos Deleting pictures and videos during review 1 Press Review. 2 for previous/next. 3 Press Delete. 4 Follow the screen prompts. Using the undo delete feature If you accidentally delete a picture, you can use Undo Delete to retrieve it. This feature is only available immediately after you delete a picture. NOTE: You cannot use Undo Delete if your picture is larger than 10 MB. Protecting pictures and videos from deletion 1 Press Review. 2 for previous/next. 3 Press Menu.
3 Transferring and printing pictures Installing the software CAUTION: Install EasyShare software before connecting the camera to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly. 1 Close all software applications that are open on your computer (including anti-virus software). 2 Place the EasyShare software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Load the software: Windows OS—if the install window does not appear, choose Run from the Start menu and type d:\setup.
Transferring and printing pictures Transferring pictures with the USB cable 1 Turn off camera. 2 Connect USB cable (U-8). 3 Turn on camera. Kodak EasyShare software opens on your computer and prompts you through the transfer process. NOTE: Visit www.kodak.com/go/howto for an online tutorial on connecting. Also available for transferring You can also use these Kodak products to transfer your pictures and videos.
Transferring and printing pictures Printing pictures Printing with a Kodak EasyShare printer dock Dock your camera to the Kodak EasyShare printer dock and print directly—with or without a computer. Purchase this and other accessories at a dealer of Kodak products or visit www.kodak.com/go/c433accessories. Direct printing with a PictBridge enabled printer Your camera is compatible with PictBridge technology, so you can print directly to PictBridge enabled printers.
Transferring and printing pictures All Pictures Print all pictures in internal memory, on a card, or in Favorites. Choose the number of copies. Image Storage Access internal memory, a card, or Favorites. NOTE: During direct printing, pictures are not permanently transferred or saved to the computer or printer. Disconnecting the camera from a PictBridge enabled printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer. 2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer.
4 Doing more with your camera Using optical zoom Use optical zoom to get up to 3X closer to your subject. Optical zoom is effective when the lens is no closer than 24 in. (60 cm) to the subject or 4 in. (10 cm) in Close-up mode. You can change optical zoom before (but not during) video recording. 1 Use the LCD to frame your subject. 2 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in. Press Wide Angle (W) to zoom out. The zoom indicator shows zoom status.
Doing more with your camera Picture-taking modes Choose the mode that best suits your subjects and surroundings. Use this mode Auto For General picture taking—offers an excellent balance of image quality and ease of use. Landscape Far-away scenes. The camera uses infinity auto-focus. Auto-focus framing marks are not available in Landscape. Close-up Close range. Use available light instead of flash if possible. The camera automatically sets the focus distance depending on the zoom position.
Doing more with your camera Scene modes 1 Turn the Mode dial to Scene . 2 Press to display Scene mode descriptions. NOTE: If the Help text turns off, press the OK button. 3 Press the OK button to choose a Scene mode. Use this SCN mode For Portrait Full-frame portraits of people. Sport Subjects that are in motion. Children Action pictures of children in bright light. Party People indoors. Minimizes red eye. Beach Bright beach scenes. Snow Bright snow scenes. Fireworks Fireworks displays.
Doing more with your camera Using exposure compensation to adjust brightness In Auto, Landscape, or Close-up mode, you can adjust exposure compensation to make your pictures darker or lighter. Press to decrease exposure compensation and to increase exposure compensation. The exposure compensation level is shown on the LCD dimmer or brighter.
Doing more with your camera Changing picture-taking settings You can change settings to get the best results from your camera: 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight a setting, then press the OK button. 3 Choose an option, then press the OK button. 4 Press the Menu button to exit. NOTE: Some settings remain until you change them; others, until you turn the Mode dial or turn off the camera. Some modes offer limited settings. Setting Options Self-Timer Choose a self-timer setting.
Doing more with your camera Setting Options White Balance Auto (default)—automatically corrects white balance. Choose your lighting condition. Ideal for general picture taking. Daylight—for pictures in natural lighting. Tungsten—corrects the orange cast of household light bulbs. Ideal for indoor pictures under tungsten or halogen lighting without flash. Fluorescent—corrects the green cast of fluorescent lighting. Ideal for indoor pictures under fluorescent lighting without flash.
Doing more with your camera Setting Options Long Time Exposure Choose how long the shutter stays open. None (default) 0.5, 0.7, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 sec. Set Album Choose Album names. You can apply different Set Album choices to videos and to pictures. On (when Album name is selected) Off Pre-select album names before you take pictures or videos. Then, all the pictures or videos you take are tagged with those album names. See page 27. Image Storage Choose a storage location for pictures/videos.
Doing more with your camera Customizing your camera Use Setup to customize your camera settings. 1 In any mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Press to highlight the setting you wish to change, then press the OK button. 4 Choose an option, then press the OK button. 5 Press the Menu button to exit. NOTE: These settings remain until you change them. Setting Options Return to previous menu. Camera Sounds Choose to enable or disable sound effects.
Doing more with your camera Setting Options Video Date Display Display Date/Time at the start of video playback. YYYY MM DD (default) MM DD YYYY, DD MM YYYY, YYYY MM DD HH:MM, MM DD YYYY HH:MM, DD MM YYYY HH:MM, None Language See page 2. Format Memory Card—deletes everything on the card; formats the card. CAUTION: Cancel—exits without making a change.
Doing more with your camera Running a slide show Use the Slide Show to display your pictures/videos on the LCD. Starting the slide show 1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Slide Show , then press the OK button. 3 Press to highlight Begin Show, then press the OK button. Each picture and video is displayed once. To interrupt the Slide Show, press the OK button.
Doing more with your camera Cropping pictures 1 2 Press Review. for previous/next. 3 Press Menu, choose Crop 4 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in, or to move the crop box. 5 Follow the screen prompts. , then press OK. The picture is copied, then cropped. The original picture is saved. A cropped picture cannot be cropped again on the camera. Press the Menu button to exit the menu. Viewing picture/video information 1 2 Press Review. for previous/next. 3 Press Menu.
Doing more with your camera Copying pictures and videos You can copy pictures/videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory to a card. Before you copy, make sure that: ■ A card is inserted in the camera. ■ The camera’s picture storage location is set to the location from which you are copying. (See Image Storage on page 20.) Copy pictures or videos: 1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Copy 3 Press to highlight an option.
Doing more with your camera Second—on your camera 1 In any mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Set Album , then press the OK button. 3 Press to highlight an album name, then press the OK button. Repeat to mark pictures or videos for albums. Selected albums are noted with a check mark. 4 To remove a selection, highlight an album name and press the OK button. To remove all album selections, select Clear All. 5 Highlight Exit, then press the OK button. Your selections are saved.
Doing more with your camera 3 Press to highlight Album , then press the OK button. 4 Press to highlight an album folder, then press the OK button. To add other pictures to the same album, press to scroll through the pictures. When the picture you want is displayed, press the OK button. To add the pictures to more than one album, repeat step 4 for each album. The album name appears with the picture. A plus (+) after the album name means the picture was added to more than one album.
Doing more with your camera Sharing your pictures Press the Share button to tag your pictures and videos. When they are transferred to your computer, you can share them. Use the Share button: ■ Any time. (The most recent picture/video taken is then displayed.) ■ Just after you take a picture/video, during quickview. ■ After pressing the Review button. Tagging pictures for printing 1 Press the Share button. Press 2 Press to highlight Print to locate a picture. , then press the OK button.
Doing more with your camera Printing tagged pictures When you transfer the tagged pictures to your computer, Kodak EasyShare software print screen opens. For details, click the Help button in EasyShare software. For more information on printing from your computer, printer dock, PictBridge enabled printer, or card, see page 14. NOTE: For the best 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) prints, set the camera to the 3.5 MP (3:2) print quality setting. (See Picture Size on page 20.
Doing more with your camera Third—transfer and email When you transfer the tagged pictures/videos to your computer, the Email screen opens and lets you send them to the addresses you specified. For details, click the Help button in Kodak EasyShare software. Tagging pictures as favorites You can preserve your favorite pictures in the Favorites section of your camera’s internal memory, then share them with friends and family.
Doing more with your camera Optional settings In Favorites mode, press the Menu button to access optional settings. Slide Show (page 25) Remove all favorites (page 33) Multi-up (page 8) Setup Menu (page 23) NOTE: Pictures taken at the 3.5 MP (3:2) quality setting are displayed at a 3:2 aspect ratio with black bars at the top of the screen. Removing all favorites from your camera 1 Turn the Mode dial to Favorites . 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Highlight Remove Favorites , then press the OK button.
Doing more with your camera Printing and emailing favorites 1 Turn the Mode dial to Favorites . Press to locate a picture. 2 Press the Share button. 3 Highlight Print or Email , then press the OK button. NOTE: Favorites that were taken on this camera (not imported from another source) are good for prints up to 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm). 34 www.kodak.
5 Troubleshooting For step-by-step product support, visit www.kodak.com/go/c433support and select Interactive Troubleshooting & Repairs. Camera problems If... Try one or more the following Camera does not turn on. ■ Install new batteries (page 1). Camera does not turn off. ■ Remove the battery, then reinsert or replace it. ■ Charge rechargeable batteries. Pictures remaining ■ The camera is operating normally. Continue taking pictures. number does not decrease after taking a picture.
Troubleshooting If... Try one or more the following In Review mode, a ■ Transfer the picture to the computer (page 13), then format the card in the camera (page 20). blue or black screen is displayed Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. instead of a picture. Shutter button does not work. ■ Turn on the camera (page 2).
Troubleshooting If... Try one or more the following Camera freezes up ■ Turn the camera off, then back on. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing a card. when a card is inserted or removed. Memory card full. ■ Insert a new card (page 3), transfer pictures to the computer (page 13), or delete pictures (page 11). Memory card and ■ Transfer pictures to the computer (page 13), then format the card or internal memory (page 20). internal memory full.
Troubleshooting LCD screen messages If... Try one or more of the following No pictures or videos to display ■ Change image storage location setting (page 23). Memory card requires formatting ■ Insert a new card (page 3) or format the card (page 23). Caution: Formatting a card deletes all pictures and videos, including protected files. Memory card cannot be read (Please format memory card or insert another card) Only one USB connection allowed. ■ Turn camera off, then back on.
Troubleshooting If... Try one or more of the following Memory card is ■ Insert a new card (page 3), move the switch on the card to unlock the card, or change the image storage location to internal memory locked (Insert new (page 23). memory card) Read only memory card. Remove write protection to capture or write to card. ■ Insert a new card (page 3) or format the card (page 23).
Troubleshooting If... Try one or more of the following Can only mark picture or video with 32 album names. Only the first 32 album names will be saved ■ Delete one or more album names associated with the image Unrecognized file format ■ Transfer the picture to the computer (page 13), or delete it (page 11). (page 28). Camera error ■ Turn camera off, then back on. #XXXX. See user’s guide. 40 www.kodak.
6 Getting help Helpful links Camera Email, write, or phone customer support www.kodak.com/go/contact Get support for your product (FAQs, www.kodak.com/go/c433support troubleshooting information, arrange for repairs, etc.) Purchase camera accessories (camera docks, printer docks, lenses, cards, etc.) www.kodak.com/go/c433accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/c433downloads See online demonstrations of your camera www.kodak.
Getting help NOTE: If you have questions concerning this product, you may speak with Kodak customer support.
7 Appendix Camera specifications For more specifications, visit www.kodak.com/go/c433support. Kodak EasyShare C433 zoom digital camera CCD (charge-coupled device) CCD 1/2.5 in. CCD, 4:3 aspect ratio Output image size 4.0 MP: 2304 x 1728 pixels 3.5 MP (3:2): 2304 x 1536 pixels 3.1 MP: 2048 x 1536 pixels 2.1 MP: 1656 x 1242 pixels 1.1 MP: 1200 x 900 pixels Displays Color display 4.6 cm (1.8 in) color hybrid LCD, 85 K pixels Preview Frame rate: 27 fps; Field-of-view: 100%.
Appendix Kodak EasyShare C433 zoom digital camera Digital zoom 5.0X continuous with 0.2X increments Not supported for movie capture Exposure Exposure metering TTL-AE; Center-weighted Exposure compensation +/-2.0 EV with 0.5 EV step Shutter speed Mechanical shutter with CCD electrical Auto: 4 - 1/1400 sec.
Appendix Kodak EasyShare C433 zoom digital camera Image storage Optional SD/MMC Card SD Card Association.) .
Appendix Storage capacities Actual storage capacity varies depending on subject composition, card brand, and other factors. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. Favorites take up additional space in internal memory. Picture storage capacity Number of pictures 4.0 MP 3.5 MP (3:2) 3.
Appendix Video storage capacity Minutes/seconds of video VGA (640 x 480) QVGA (320 x 240) Internal memory 14 sec. 35 sec. 16 MB SD/MMC 20 sec. 51 sec. 32 MB SD/MMC 44 sec. 1 min. 49 sec. 64 MB SD/MMC 1 min. 32 sec. 3 min. 46 sec. 128 MB SD/MMC 3 min. 3 sec. 7 min. 31 sec. 256 MB SD/MMC 6 min. 5 sec. 14 min. 58 sec. 512 MB SD/MMC 12 min. 5 sec. 29 min. 42 sec. 1 GB SD/MMC 24 min. 11 sec. 59 min. 27 sec.
Appendix Using this product ■ The use of an accessory attachment that is not recommended by Kodak, such as an AC adapter, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. For accessories approved for this product, visit www.kodak.com/go/c433accessories. ■ Use only a USB-certified computer. Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions. ■ If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline.
Appendix Battery life Use these Kodak batteries. (Battery types are also molded into the battery door.
Appendix your camera in cold weather, carry spare batteries and keep them warm. Do not discard cold batteries that do not work; when they return to room temperature, they may be usable. Upgrading your software and firmware Download the latest versions of the software included on the Kodak EasyShare software CD and the camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera). See www.kodak.com/go/c433downloads.
Appendix Warranty Limited warranty Kodak warrants Kodak EasyShare digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Proof of the date of purchase will be required with any request for warranty repair.
Appendix alteration, modification, unauthorized service, misuse, abuse, use with incompatible accessories or attachments, failure to follow Kodak’s operation, maintenance or repacking instructions, failure to use items supplied by Kodak (such as adapters and cables), or claims made after the duration of this warranty. Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this product.
Appendix Regulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisory Kodak EasyShare C433 zoom digital camera 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.
Appendix Canadian DOC statement DOC Class B Compliance—This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Observation des normes-Classe B—Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling In the European Union, do not discard this product as unsorted municipal waste. Contact your local authorities or go to www.kodak.com/go/recycle for recycling program information.
1 Index Numerics 4-way arrows, ii A AA battery, loading, 1 about picture, video, 26 about this camera, 24 accessories, 13 battery, 49 buying, 41 printer dock, 14 SD/MMC card, 3 action print, 10 album, 10 set, 22 tagging pictures, 27 appendix, 43 Australian C-Tick regulation, 53 auto, 17 flash, 7 focus framing marks, 6 B backlight, 18 batteries expected life, 49 extending life, 49 loading, 1 types, 45, 49 battery safety, 48 battery compartment, ii www.kodak.
Index card to memory, 27 memory to card, 27 to computer, 12 crop, 10 cropping pictures, 26 CRV3 battery loading, 1 customer support, 42 customizing camera settings, 23 D date setting, 2 date stamp, 23 Delete button, ii deleting during quickview, 5 pictures, videos, 11 protecting pictures, videos, 11 digital zoom, using, 16 displaying slide show, 25 disposal, recycling, 50, 54 dock printer, 14 dock compatibility, 13 dock connector, ii doing more with your camera, 16 download pictures, 12 E EasyShare softwar
Index image storage, 10, 22 information about pictures, videos, 26 installing batteries, 1 SD/MMC card, 3 software, 12 internal memory storage capacity, 46 interval, slide show, 25 K Kodak EasyShare software upgrading, 50 Kodak web sites, 41 Korean Class B ITE, 54 L LCD, ii lens, i cleaning lens, 50 loading batteries, 1 SD/MMC card, 3 software, 12 long time exposure, 22 loop, slide show, 25 M Macintosh OS-based computers installing software, 12 magnify picture, 8 maintenance, camera, 50 make picture, 10 me
Index picture size, 20 pictures copying, 27 cropping, 26 deleting, 11 emailing tagged, 31 printing, 15 protecting, 11 reviewing, 8 storage capacity, 46 tagging, 27 taking, modes, 17 transfer, 12 picture-taking settings, 20 power camera, 2 printer dock, 14 printing from a card, 15 from computer, 15 optimizing printer, 41 order online, 15 PictBridge technology, 14 tagged pictures, 15 with EasyShare printer dock, 14 problem-solving, 35 protect, 10 protecting pictures, videos, 11 Q quickview using, 5 58 R re
Index setting about, 24 album, 22 camera sounds, 23 color mode, 21 date and time, 2 date stamp, 23 exposure compensation, 20 flash, 7 focus zone, 21 image storage, 22 long time exposure, 22 picture size, 20 picture taking mode, 17 return, 23 review, 10 self-timer, 19 setup menu, 22 video date display, 24 video size, 22 white balance, 21 settings picture taking, 20 setup menu, 10, 22 setup mode, using, 23 Share button, ii sharing pictures, videos, 30 shutter problems, 36 self-timer delay, 19 shutter button,
Index camera/computer communications, 37 error messages, 38 turning camera on and off, 2 wide angle button, ii Windows OS-based computers installing software, 12 wrist strap, 1 U undelete, 11 undo delete, 11 upgrading software, firmware, 50 URLs, Kodak web sites, 41 USB cable, 13 USB port, i Z zoom digital, 16 optical, 16 V VCCI compliance, 54 video copying, 27 date display, 24 protecting, 11 reviewing, 8 storage capacities, 46 viewing, 8 video light, i video size, 22 videos deleting, 11 emailing tagge
