KODAK EASYSHARE CD83 Digital Camera Extended user 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 Shutter button Zoom (Telephoto, Wide Angle) buttons Flash button Mode button Power button Flash Selftimer/ Video light Lens/ Cover Microphone NOTE: To use the built-in camera Help system, see page 39. www.kodak.
Product features Back view Info, Review buttons Delete, Menu buttons LCD Strap post USB port OK button Share button Tripod socket SD/SDHC Card slot/ Battery compartment NOTE: To use the built-in camera Help system, see page 39. ii www.kodak.
Table of contents 1 1 Setting up your camera .........................................................................1 Attaching the strap ....................................................................................... 1 Loading the AA batteries............................................................................... 2 Turning on the camera .................................................................................. 2 Setting the language and date/time.................................
Table of contents Cropping pictures........................................................................................ 25 Editing videos ............................................................................................. 26 Selecting multiple pictures/videos ................................................................ 27 Copying pictures/videos............................................................................... 28 Running a slide show ..........................................
1 Setting up your camera IMPORTANT: For package contents, see your product package. Attaching the strap www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Loading the AA batteries Purchase cost-effective rechargeable batteries and battery charger www.kodak.com/go/CD83accessories Extend battery life see page 48 Turning on the camera 2 www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Setting the language and date/time Language: to change. OK to accept. Date/Time: At the prompt, press OK. to change current field. for previous/next field. OK to accept. NOTE: To change language or date/time in the future, use the Setup menu (see page 34). www.kodak.
Setting up your camera Storing pictures on an SD or SDHC Card Your camera has internal memory. You can purchase an SD or SDHC Card to conveniently store more pictures/videos. (Maximum supported card size is 32 GB.) CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while the camera is on may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert a card. Push it until it clicks. 3 Turn on the camera. Purchase accessories 4 www.
2 Taking pictures/videos Taking pictures 1 The camera turns on in Smart Capture mode. (If it’s in a different mode, press the Mode button, then until the LCD displays Smart Capture , then press OK.) 2 Compose the picture. 3 Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down. Using the framing marks Framing marks Framing marks indicate the camera focus area. 1 Press the Shutter button halfway.
Taking pictures/videos Reviewing the picture/video just taken After you take a picture/video, the LCD displays a quickview for approximately 5 seconds. (To exit the quickview sooner, press the Shutter button halfway.) NOTE: Audio is captured during video recording. Audio can be heard when the video is played on a computer or when the camera is connected to a TV (page 30). Delete the current picture/video OK Play/pause a video To review pictures/videos anytime, see page 20.
Taking pictures/videos Using the flash Flash button Press the Flash button repeatedly until the LCD displays the desired mode. Flash modes Auto Flash fires When the lighting conditions require it. Fill (Flash On) Every time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting conditions. Use when the subject is in shadow or is “backlit” (when the light is behind the subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a tripod. A preflash fires, shrinking the eye pupil, before the picture is taken.
Taking pictures/videos Using different modes Press the Mode button, then until the LCD displays the mode that best suits your subjects and surroundings, then press OK. Mode Use this mode P 8 For Smart Capture General picture taking—it offers excellent image quality and ease of use. The scene is analyzed for other content and for lighting. You can choose the best picture size and aspect ratio for your needs—just press the Menu button and choose Picture Size.
Taking pictures/videos Using Scene (SCN) modes Choose a Scene mode—for great pictures in practically any situation! 1 Press the Mode OK. 2 Press button, then until the LCD displays SCN, then press to view scene mode descriptions. 3 Press OK to choose the highlighted Scene mode.
Taking pictures/videos SCN mode For High ISO Panorama (R-L, L-R) People indoors, in low-light scenes. “Stitching” 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene. (See page 12.) Taking a video 1 Press the Mode button, then until , then press OK. the LCD displays Video 2 Press the Shutter button completely down, then release it. To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again. To review and work with videos, see page 20. NOTE: Audio is captured during video recording.
Taking pictures/videos Using the self-timer Use the self-timer when you want to be included in a picture, or to ensure a steady Shutter button press. Place the camera on a tripod or flat surface. 1 In any picture-taking mode, press the Info 2 Press to highlight the self-timer button to turn on the shortcut icons. icon. Press to choose a setting: 10 seconds— 10 A picture is taken after a 10-second delay (so you have time to get into the scene).
Taking pictures/videos Taking panoramic pictures Use panorama to “stitch” up to 3 pictures into a panoramic scene. NOTE: For best results, use a tripod. Only the panoramic picture is saved; individual pictures are not. (Exposure and white balance are set with the first picture. The flash is set to Off.) 1 Press the Mode OK. button, then until the LCD displays SCN, then press 2 Press to choose Panorama Left-Right or Panorama Right-Left (depending on the direction you want to pan), then press OK.
Taking pictures/videos Understanding the picture-taking icons Focus mode* Self timer* Exposure compensation* Flash mode Capture mode Pictures/time remaining Zoom slider Tag name Battery level * To learn more about shortcuts, see page 10. Know when your batteries need attention The battery level icon appears when the batteries require your attention. (If you’re viewing shortcuts, the battery level is always displayed. See page 10.) Purchase cost-effective rechargeable batteries www.kodak.
3 Sharing and tagging pictures Sharing pictures through social networks It’s never been easier to share pictures on your favorite social networking sites. IMPORTANT: To use the sharing and social networking features, you must download KODAK Software. (See page 36.) 1 Press the Share button, then to find a picture. If it’s your first time, a Help screen appears. 2 Press to choose a social networking site, then press OK. A check mark appears. Repeat this step to choose more sites.
Sharing and tagging pictures Choose which social networking sites to display on your camera You can show/hide networking sites on your camera so that only your favorite sites appear. 1 In Review, press the Menu button. 2 Press to choose the Setup tab, then then press OK. to choose Share Button Settings, 3 Press to choose a social networking site, then press Hide. Repeat this step for each social network. to choose Show or 4 When finished, choose Done, then press OK.
Sharing and tagging pictures Tagging pictures Tag pictures to make them easy to find, later. You can tag pictures in 2 ways: ■ People, and then find all pictures of “Mary.” ■ Keywords, and then find all pictures from “Dad’s 60th Birthday.” Tagging people When you tag faces, you’re helping your camera to recognize people by name. Then it matches names and faces in pictures you’ve taken—and those you take in the future! 1 Press the Review 2 Press the Menu 3 Press button, then button.
Sharing and tagging pictures Need to update a name? If you meet a new friend—James—but you already have pictures tagged with your old friend, James, you can: ■ Tag the new James with “James Smith” and/or ■ Update the old James to “James Monroe” Here’s how: 1 Press the Review 2 Press the Menu button. button. Press to choose Tag People, then press OK. 3 Press to choose Modify Names List, then press OK. 4 Press to choose the name you want to modify, then press OK.
Sharing and tagging pictures Using the keyboard The keyboard appears when you need to enter text. 1 Press to choose a letter, then press OK. 2 When finished, press to choose OK, then press OK. 3 If you’ve added a new name, the camera prompts you to update all faces to match assigned names. Choose Yes, then press OK. The name is assigned to all faces that match this one. Tip: Here’s another way to update pictures so that faces are matched to names: 1 Press the Review 2 Press to find a picture.
Sharing and tagging pictures Marking pictures for email It’s simple to mark pictures so that they’re ready to email when you transfer them to your computer. First, use the keyboard to create a new email address. (See page 18.) 1 Press the Share button, then to find a picture. 2 Press to choose Email, then press OK. 3 Press to find an email address, then press OK. To mark other pictures/videos with the same address, press , then press OK.
4 Working with pictures/videos Reviewing pictures/videos 1 Press the Review 2 Press button. for previous/next picture/video. ■ Press the Shutter button halfway down to return to Capture mode. ■ To view pictures/videos as thumbnails, see page 22. Magnifying a picture 1 Press T to magnify 1X–8X. 2 Press ■ to view other parts of a picture. Press OK to return to 1X. Playing a video Press OK to play a video. Press OK to pause/resume. During playback: ■ Press to play at 2X speed; press again for 4X.
Working with pictures/videos Deleting pictures/videos 1 Press the Review 2 Press button. for previous/next picture/video. 3 Press the Delete button. 4 Follow the screen prompts. NOTE: To delete protected pictures/videos, remove protection before deleting. (See Protecting pictures/videos from deletion.) Using the undo delete feature If you accidentally delete a picture, you may be able to use Undo Delete to retrieve it. This feature is only available immediately after you delete a picture.
Working with pictures/videos Viewing pictures/videos in different ways Viewing as thumbnails (multi-up) 1 Press the Review button. The camera shows the last picture that was taken. 2 Press the Wide Angle (W) button to view pictures/videos as thumbnails. (Press it again to see more, smaller thumbnails.) To view all pictures/videos, highlight the All tab. To sort by favorites, date, or tagged pictures/videos, press and highlight the appropriate tab. 3 To see a single picture/video, press to choose it.
Working with pictures/videos A smarter way to find and enjoy your pictures Tag pictures—by people or keywords—to make them easy to find, later. For example, the camera can find all pictures that contain “Mary” or “Dad’s 60th Birthday.” (See Tagging people, page 16 or Tagging with keywords, page 17.) 1 Press the Review button. 2 Press the Wide Angle (W) button to view pictures by thumbnail (or choose View Thumbnails shortcut).
Working with pictures/videos Understanding the review icons Print tag/number of prints Protected Email mark Video duration Picture/Video number Select picture Shortcuts Add text tag View thumbnails Play video Battery level Upload mark Favorite mark Text tag name Using the menu button in review 1 Press the Review 2 Press button, then the Menu to highlight a tab: ■ Review to view and share pictures/videos ■ Edit to edit pictures/videos ■ Setup to control how your camera operates 3 Press button
Working with pictures/videos Cropping pictures You can crop a picture so that only the desired portion of the picture remains. 1 Press the Review picture to crop. Picture Cropped picture button, then to find a 2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab. Choose Crop, then press OK. 3 Press Telephoto (T) to zoom in, or to move the crop box. Press OK. 4 Follow the screen prompts. The picture is cropped. (The original is saved.) Cropped pictures cannot be cropped again on the camera.
Working with pictures/videos Editing videos You can do incredible things with your videos! Making a picture from a video You can choose a single frame from a video, then make a picture suitable for a 4 x 6-inch (10 x 15 cm) print. 1 Press the Review video. Video Picture button, then to find a 2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab. Choose Make Picture, then press OK. 3 Follow the screen prompts. A picture is created. (The original video is saved.
Working with pictures/videos Making a video action print From a video, you can make a 9-up picture, suitable for a 4 x 6-inch (10 x 15 cm) print. 1 Press the Review video. Video 9-up picture button, then to find a 2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab. Choose Action Print, then press OK. 3 Choice an option, then press OK. Auto: The camera includes the first and last frames, then 7 equally spaced frames.
Working with pictures/videos Copying pictures/videos You can copy pictures/videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory to a card. Copy pictures/videos: 1 Press the Review 2 Press the Menu button. button, then to highlight the Edit tab. 3 Press to choose Copy, then press OK. Choose an option, then press OK. NOTE: Pictures/videos are copied, not moved. To remove pictures/videos from the original location after copying, delete them (see page 21).
Working with pictures/videos Using KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology helps ensure better, brighter pictures. 1 Press the Review button, then for previous/next picture. 2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab. Choose PERFECT TOUCH Tech, then press OK. The enhancement is previewed. Press to view other parts of the picture. 3 Press OK. Follow the screen prompts to replace the original picture or to save the enhanced picture as a new one.
Working with pictures/videos Displaying pictures/videos on a television You can display pictures/videos on a television, computer monitor, or any device equipped with a video input. To connect the camera directly to a television, use an A/V cable (may be sold separately). Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/CD83accessories NOTE: To control the audio portion of a video, use the TV (or TV remote control) volume controls. Ensure that the Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL) is correct (page 34).
5 Doing more with your camera To use the built-in camera Help system, see page 39. Using the menu button to change settings You can change settings to get the best results from your camera. NOTE: Some modes offer limited settings. Some settings remain until you change them; others, until you change modes or turn off the camera. 1 Press the Menu 2 Press button.
Doing more with your camera Settings More information Focus Mode Auto—For general picture-taking. Select a large or concentrated Macro—For sharpness and detail in pictures at close range. area of focus. Use available light instead of flash, if possible. The camera automatically sets the focus distance depending on the zoom position. Infinity—For distant subjects; auto-focus framing marks are unavailable.
Doing more with your camera Settings More information AF Control (Still) Continuous AF—Because the camera is always focusing, Choose an auto-focus setting. there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down to focus. Single AF—Uses TTL-AF (through-the-lens auto focus) when the Shutter button is pressed halfway down. White Balance Choose your lighting condition. (Available in Smart Capture mode.) Auto—Automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general picture taking.
Doing more with your camera Settings Sharpness Control picture sharpness. More information See Specifications, starting on page 44. Video settings Settings More information Video Size Choose a video resolution. See Specifications, starting on page 44. Using the Setup tab Use Setup to customize your camera. Settings LCD Brightness Choose LCD brightness. More information Auto Power Save High Power Image Storage Choose a storage location for pictures/videos.
Doing more with your camera Settings More information Share Button Settings Show/Hide: Choose what is displayed when the Share ■ Individual social networking sites (such as button is pressed in Review. FACEBOOK, KODAK Gallery, etc.) ■ E-mail addresses Red-eye Reduction The Red-eye flash fires automatically before a picture is taken. Preflash—The flash fires before the picture is taken to reduce the chance of red-eye. Digital correction—The camera digitally corrects red-eye after a picture is taken.
6 Transferring, printing, tagging Transferring pictures to your computer Download KODAK Software—so it’s easy to transfer and share pictures and videos. IMPORTANT: To use the sharing and social networking features, you must download KODAK Software. Make sure the computer is connected to the Internet. When you connect the camera to the computer, the KODAK Software Downloader automatically runs. Follow the prompts to download and install KODAK Software.* 1 Turn off the camera.
Transferring, printing, tagging Printing pictures Direct printing with a KODAK All-in-One Printer IMPORTANT: To print using PICTBRIDGE Technology, you must change the Computer Connection setting (in the Setup menu) to Other Application (see page 35). You need a camera, a PICTBRIDGE enabled Printer, and a USB cable. Connecting the camera to a KODAK All-in-One Printer 1 Turn off the camera and printer. 2 Connect the USB cable from the camera to the printer.
Transferring, printing, tagging Ordering prints online KODAK Gallery (www.kodakgallery.com) makes it easy to: ■ Upload your pictures. ■ Edit, enhance, and add borders to your pictures. ■ Store pictures, and share them with family and friends. ■ Have prints, photo greeting cards, frames, and albums delivered to your door. Printing from an optional SD or SDHC Card ■ Automatically print tagged pictures when you insert your card into a printer with an SD/SDHC Card slot.
7 Getting help Getting help from your camera Your camera offers a built-in Help system. It describes every setting for every menu choice. If you learn nothing else about your camera, learn how to use on-camera Help. Turning on camera Help 1 Press the Menu button then highlight a menu choice. 2 Press the Info button. Scroll through a Help topic. www.kodak.
Getting help Troubleshooting Camera problems Status Solution Camera does not turn on ■ Make sure charged batteries are installed correctly (see page 2). ■ Turn the camera off, then on again. Camera does not turn off Camera buttons and controls do not function In Review, a blue or black screen is displayed instead of a picture ■ Transfer all pictures to the computer (see page 36). ■ Take another picture. Pictures remaining ■ Continue taking pictures. The camera is operating normally.
Getting help Status Solution You cannot take a picture ■ Turn the camera off, then on again. ■ Depress the Shutter button all the way (see page 5). ■ Insert new or charged batteries (see page 2). ■ Memory is full. Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 36), delete pictures (see page 21), or insert another card. Memory card not ■ Card may be corrupted. Format the card in the camera (see page 35). recognized or camera freezes with card ■ Use another memory card. Only SD or SDHC Cards are supported.
Getting help Status Solution Picture is too dark ■ Reposition the camera for more available light. ■ Use Fill flash (see page 7) or change your position so light is not behind the subject. ■ Move so that the distance between you and the subject is within the effective flash range. (See Specifications starting on page 44.) ■ To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button halfway. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture.
Getting help Getting help on the Web Camera Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting www.kodak.com/go/CD83support information, arrange for repairs, etc.) See Step-by-Step Solutions & Repair www.kodak.com/go/stepbystep Purchase camera accessories www.kodak.com/go/CD83accessories Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/CD83downloads See online demonstrations of your camera www.kodak.com/go/howto Register your camera www.kodak.
8 Appendix Specifications CCD—1/2.3-type, 14 MP Effective pixels—14 MP (4314 x 3242) LCD—7.62 cm (3.0 in.), 230K pixels Image storage—Optional SD/SDHC Card (The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.) Maximum supported card size: 32 GB Internal storage capacity—32 MB internal memory (19 MB available for image storage. 1 MB equals one million bytes.) Taking lens—3X optical zoom; f/2.9–f/5.
Appendix Exposure metering—TTL-AE; Multi-Pattern, Center-Weight, Center-Spot Exposure compensation—+/-2.0 EV with 1/3 EV step White Balance—Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Open Shade Electronic Flash—Auto flash; Auto, Fill, Red Eye, Off; Guide No. 6.0 (m); working range @ ISO 400: 0.3–4.1 m (1–13.5 ft) @ wide; 1.0–2.3 m (3.3–7.5)@ tele Burst mode—Maximum 3 pictures @ 1.
Appendix PICTBRIDGE Support—Yes Power—KODAK MAX Alkaline Battery AA; KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Digital Camera Batteries AA (Pre-Charged) Tripod mount—1/4 inch Size—96.1 x 62.3 x 31.4 mm (3.8 x 2.5 x 1.2 in.) @ power off Weight—175 g (6.2 oz) with card and batteries Operating temperature—0–40° C (32–104° F) Care and maintenance ■ If you suspect water has gotten inside the camera, remove the batteries and card. Allow all components to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera.
Appendix Upgrading your software and firmware Occasionally check for the latest versions of the KODAK Software and camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera). Go to www.kodak.com/go/CD83downloads. Storage capacities The LCD displays the approximate number of pictures (or minutes/seconds of video) remaining. Actual storage capacity varies depending on subject composition, card size, and other factors. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos.
Appendix ■ Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a battery may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak. ■ Do not disassemble, install backward, or expose batteries to liquid, moisture, fire, or extreme temperature. ■ Remove the batteries when the product is stored for an extended period of time. In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product, contact Kodak customer support.
Appendix ■ Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41° F (5° C). When using 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. Limited warranty Kodak warrants its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for the warranty period specified on your KODAK Product packaging.
Appendix 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, and disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Appendix Regulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisory 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 frequency energy and, if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Appendix China RoHS Russian GOST-R Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY 14650 Korean Class B ITE VCCI Class B ITE 52 www.kodak.
Appendix Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling/battery disposal In Europe: For human/environmental protection, it is your responsibility to dispose of this equipment and batteries at a collection facility established for this purpose (separate from municipal waste.) For more information, contact your retailer, collection facility, or appropriate local authorities; or go to www.kodak.com/go/recycle. Product weight: 175 g (6.
Index A A/V out, 30 about this camera, 35 accessories battery, 48 buying, 43 SD/SDHC Card, 4 add keywords, names, 18 AF control (Still), 33 AF zone, 33 auto enhancement, 29 focus control, 33 focus framing marks, 5 auto focus (AF) zone, 33 B backlight, 9 battery expected life, 48 loading, 2 purchase, 13 status, 13 types, 48 battery guidelines, 48 beach, 9 button delete, 6 C cable 54 1 audio/video, 30 camera sounds, 34 Canadian compliance, 53 care & maintenance, 46 care and maintenance, 46 children, 9 clock,
Index E edit videos, 26 emailing pictures, videos, 18 expected battery life, 48 exposure long time, 32, 35 metering, 33 exposure compensation, 31 exposure metering, 33 external video device viewing pictures, videos, 30 F faces, tagging, recognition, 16 favorites tagging, 18 FCC compliance, 51 find pictures, 23 fireworks, 9 firmware, upgrading, 47 flash, using, 7 flower, 9 focus framing marks, 5 focus mode, 32 format, 35 framing marks, 5 G guidelines, battery, 48 H help camera help, 39 Web links, 39 high IS
Index make picture from video, 26 manner/museum, 9 marking for email, 18 memory inserting card, 4 menu settings, 31 modes, 8 backlight, 9 beach, 9 children, 9 fireworks, 9 flower, 9 high ISO, 10 manner/museum, 9 night landscape, 9 night portrait, 9 scene (SCN), 9 self-portrait, 9 snow, 9 text, 9 multiple selections, 27 multi-up, 22 N night landscape, 9 night portrait, 9 O online prints, ordering, 38 P panoramic pictures, 12 people, tagging, 16 Perfect Touch technology, 29 56 PICTBRIDGE enabled printer, 37
Index reviewing pictures/video as you take them, 6 deleting, 21 LCD, 20 protecting, 21 slide show, 28 running slide show, 28 S safety, 47 scene modes (SCN), 9 SD/SDHC Card inserting, 4 printing from, 38 search pictures, 23 select multiple pictures/videos, 27 self-portrait, 9 self-timer, 11 setting AF zone, 33 auto-focus, 33 camera sounds, 34 color mode, 32 date and time, 3 exposure metering, 33 image storage, 34 ISO, 33 language, 34 LCD brightness, 34 long time exposure, 32, 35 picture size, 31 picture-tak
Index turning camera on and off, 2 typing, 18 digital, 6 U undelete, undo, 21 upgrading software, firmware, 47 URLs, Kodak Web sites, 39 USB transferring pictures, 36 V video action print, 27 copying, 28 edit, 26 emailing marked, 18 out, 34 playback, 20 protecting, 21 review icons, 24 size, 34 transfer to computer, 36 viewing, 20 video out, 34 video size, 34 viewing by multi-up, 22 picture, after taking, 6, 20 W warranty, 49 white balance, 33 Z zoom 58 www.kodak.
