KODAK EASYSHARE LS443 Zoom Digital Camera User’s Guide Visit Kodak on the World Wide Web at www.kodak.
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Product Overview Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 11 9 10 1 Shutter button 2 Flash button 3 Self Timer/Burst button 4 Speaker 5 Light sensor 6 Low Light Auto Focus/Self timer LED 7 Microphone 8 Viewfinder 9 Lens 10 Lens thread ring 11 Flash unit 12 Wrist strap post i
Product Overview Back View 1 12 2 11 10 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 1 Zoom (Wide Angle and Telephoto) 7 Power light 2 Wrist strap post 8 Menu button 3 Share button 9 Joystick/OK button /press 4 Review button 10 Mode dial 5 LCD (picture, video display) 11 Ready light 6 Delete button 12 Viewfinder ii
Product Overview Side Views 1 2 3 4 1 Slot for optional MMC/SD card 2 A/V Out 3 DC In 4 USB port iii
Product Overview Bottom View 2 1 1 Battery door 2 Tripod socket 3 Dock connector iv 2 3
Table of Contents 1 Getting Started ...................................................................1 Install Software First................................................................1 Need This Guide in Larger Print?............................................1 What Can I Do With My Camera?...........................................2 What Can I Do With My Digital Pictures and Videos? .....2 Package Contents.....................................................................
Liveview—Using the LCD to Frame Your Subject ..........18 Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just Taken ................ 19 Using the Auto Focus Framing Marks .............................20 Using the Optical Zoom.......................................................... 21 Using the Advanced Digital Zoom....................................... 21 Using the Flash........................................................................ 22 Putting Yourself in the Picture...........................................
4 Reviewing Pictures and Videos .................................... 41 Picture and Video Icons ..........................................................41 Viewing Single Pictures and Videos ................................... 42 Viewing Multiple Pictures and Videos ............................... 42 Playing a Video......................................................................... 43 Deleting Pictures and Videos .............................................. 43 Review Menus .........................
Turning Off the Low Light Auto Focus LED.....................58 Setting Video Out...................................................................58 Selecting a Language ............................................................59 Formatting Internal Memory or MMC/SD Card............ 60 Viewing Camera Information .................................................61 Changing Advanced Digital Zoom........................................61 7 Installing the Software .........................................
Appendix ............................................................................ 93 Camera Specifications.......................................................... 93 Original Factory Settings—Camera ................................ 95 Upgrading Your Software and Firmware .........................96 Tips, Safety, Maintenance ...................................................96 Storage Capacities.................................................................
1 Getting Started Install Software First Install the software from the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD before connecting the camera (or camera dock) to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly. See the Quick Start Guide or WINDOWS System Requirements, page 63. Need This Guide in Larger Print? For a large print version of this User’s Guide: 1 Go to http://www.kodak.com/go/ls443support. 2 Under Explore EasyShare, click Service and Support.
Chapter 1 What Can I Do With My Camera? Capture Still Pictures —Enjoy point-and-shoot operation with flash, self timer, and zoom features. Use Auto, Sport, Night, Landscape, and Close-up modes to expand your capabilities. Capture Videos with Sound —Capture videos as QUICKTIME movies. Review —Display, protect, and delete pictures and videos. “Tag” pictures to print, email, and save as Favorites. Set Up —Customize your camera functions.
Chapter 1 Package Contents 1 6 2 5 7 3 4 1 Camera 2 Camera Dock 3 Audio/Video cable 4 USB cable 5 Wrist strap 6 AC adapter 7 Battery Not shown: User’s Guide, Quick Start Guide, KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD. (In some countries, the User’s Guide is provided on a CD instead of in printed form.
Chapter 1 Attaching the Wrist Strap 1 Thread the short loop of the wrist strap through the wrist strap post. 2 Thread the long loop through the short Long loop 4 Short loop loop. Pull until secure.
Chapter 1 Loading the Battery CAUTION: We recommend using only a KODAK EASYSHARE Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery. For important battery and warranty information, see Using the Battery, page 100. 2 1 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Open the battery door. 3 Orient the battery as shown. 4 Close the battery door. NOTE: The battery may need charging the first time you use it. (See page 71.) Using the AC Adapter Use only the battery or supplied AC adapter to power the camera. The adapter will not charge the battery.
Chapter 1 Mode Dial Settings Icon Off Mode Off Purpose Turns off the camera. Auto For general picture-taking. Automatically sets exposure and focus. Flash fires if needed. Sport For subjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast. Flash fires if needed. For night scenes or low light conditions. Captures close and background subjects. Flash fires if needed. In dark scenes, the shutter speed is set between 1/1700 and 1/2 second.
Chapter 1 Turning On the Camera Ready light OK Mode Power dial light Turn the Mode dial from Off to any other position. The Power light glows green. The ready light blinks while the camera performs a self-check, then glows green when the camera is ready to take pictures (or videos, if the mode dial is set to ). In Still and Video modes, a status bar appears on the LCD.
Chapter 1 Setting the Date and Time The Date & Time screen is displayed the first time you turn on the camera or if the battery is removed for more than 10 minutes. If this is the first time the camera has been turned on, go to Step 3. To set the date and time after that: 1 Turn on the camera, then press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup, then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Date & Time, then press the OK button. The date format is YYYY/MM/DD.
Chapter 1 Checking Camera Status Bar Status Bar Screen Icon To check the current camera settings, turn the Mode dial from the Off position. For flash icons, see page 22. For Share icons, see page 51.
Chapter 1 Inserting an MMC/SD Card Optional MMC/SD cards provide removable, reusable storage for pictures and videos. CAUTION: The card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may damage the camera or card. Do not insert or remove a card when the green ready light is blinking; doing so may damage your pictures, card, or camera. Notched To insert an MMC/SD card: 1 Turn off the camera. corner of card 2 Open the card door. 3 Orient the card as shown on the card door.
Chapter 1 Choosing Internal Memory or MMC/SD Card The camera offers two options for storing pictures and videos: Internal Memory —store pictures and videos in internal memory. MMC/SD Card —store as many pictures and videos as you like, depending on the size of the card. Purchase accessories at your KODAK retail dealer or http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. For storage capacities, see page 97. Managing Your Storage Location Setting 1 Turn on the camera. 2 Press the Menu button.
Chapter 1 Checking Your Storage Setting In Still and Video modes, the storage location icon that appears in the status bar indicates the camera’s storage location. To check the location, either: Picture or video location m Turn the Mode dial from the Off position, or m In any capture mode, press . —Memory Card —Internal Memory Checking a Picture or Video’s Location In Review mode, the storage location icon that appears with a picture indicates the location of the picture or video and the camera setting.
2 Taking Pictures The camera is ready to take pictures when you turn it on—even if you are in Review, Share, or Setup. (In Video mode, the camera captures video.) Before you take a picture, make sure your picture storage location is set the way you want it (see page 11). Taking Pictures in Auto Mode Use Auto for general picture-taking. Exposure, focus, and flash are automatic. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Ready light . The LCD displays a mode description. To interrupt the description, press .
Chapter 2 Using the Low Light Auto Focus LED Low Light Auto Focus LED When the Shutter button is pressed half-way down in low light, the Low Light Auto Focus LED may emit a brief beam of light. This light illuminates the subject so that: m The camera can focus more effectively. m You get better pictures. To turn off the Low Light Auto Focus LED, see page 58. Taking Pictures in Sport Mode Use this mode when the subject is in motion. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Ready light .
Chapter 2 Taking Pictures in Night Mode Use this mode for night scenes or low light conditions. The flash illuminates close subjects. A longer exposure captures more detail of background subjects. The Low Light Auto Focus LED (see page 14) turns on as needed to assist with focus and capture in low light. NOTE: To avoid blurry pictures caused by slow shutter speed, place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Ready light . The LCD displays a mode description.
Chapter 2 Taking Pictures in Landscape Mode Use this mode to capture distant subjects, such as landscape scenes. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Ready light . The LCD displays a mode description. To interrupt the description, press . 2 Press the Shutter button half-way to set the exposure. 3 When the ready light glows green, continue pressing the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. The ready light blinks green while the picture is saved.
Chapter 2 Taking Pictures in Close-up Mode Use this mode to capture subjects 6 to 27.5 in. (13 to 70 cm) from the lens. 1 Turn the Mode dial to Ready light . The LCD displays a mode description. To interrupt the description, press . 2 Press the Shutter button half-way to set the exposure and focus. 3 When the ready light glows green, continue pressing the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. The ready light blinks green while the picture is saved.
Chapter 2 Liveview—Using the LCD to Frame Your Subject When you turn on Liveview, the LCD displays a live image of what the lens sees. Use the LCD to frame your subject. 1 2 3 4 OK Turn the Mode dial to any Still position. Press the OK button to turn on Liveview. Frame your subject in the LCD. Press the Shutter button half-way to set the exposure and focus, then continue pressing completely down to take the picture. 5 To turn off Liveview, press the OK button.
Chapter 2 Quickview—Reviewing the Picture Just Taken After you take a picture, the LCD displays a Quickview of that picture for approximately 5 seconds. While the picture is displayed, you can: Delete Share m Review it: If you take no action, the picture is saved. m Share it: Press the Share button to tag the picture for print, email, or as a Favorite. (See Tagging Pictures and Videos, page 51.) m Delete it: Press the Delete button while the picture and are displayed.
Chapter 2 Using the Auto Focus Framing Marks For the best possible pictures, the camera attempts to focus on foreground subjects (even if the subjects are not centered in the scene). NOTE: Auto Focus framing marks appear only when the LCD is turned on. Framing marks do not appear in Landscape mode. When the focus is set to Center Zone, focus is fixed at Center wide (see page 32). 1 In any Still mode (except Landscape), press the OK button. The LCD turns on.
Chapter 2 Using the Optical Zoom Use Optical Zoom to get up to 3X closer to your subject. When you turn on the camera, the lens extends to the Wide Angle position. 1 Use the viewfinder or LCD to frame your Wide angle Telephoto subject. 2 Press the Telephoto (T) button to zoom in. Press Wide Angle (W) button to zoom out. The lens extends or retracts. The viewfinder or LCD displays the zoomed image.
Chapter 2 Using the Flash Use the flash when you take pictures at night, indoors, or outdoors in heavy shadows. The flash setting can be changed in any Still mode; the default flash setting is restored when you exit the mode or turn off the camera. Flash Range m Wide angle: 1.5 to 10.8 ft (0.5 to 3.3 m) m Telephoto: 1.5 to 6.2 ft (0.5 to 1.9 m) Turning On The Flash Flash Setting Press the button repeatedly to scroll through the flash options.
Chapter 2 Flash Settings In Each Mode Icon Mode Auto Default Flash Setting Auto or Red-eye Sport Auto Night Auto Available Camera Returns to Flash Settings the Default Flash Setting Auto, Flash Off, When you exit the Fill Flash, mode or turn off the Red-eye camera Landscape Off Close-up Off Video Off None Flash cannot be turned on Other Flash Screen Information Custom icon When the Custom icon appears in the status bar, press the Flash button.
Chapter 2 Putting Yourself in the Picture The Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time the picture is taken. 1 Place the camera on a flat surface or use a Self Timer tripod. Self Timer light 2 In any Still mode, press the Self Timer button. The Self Timer icon appears on the status bar. 3 Compose the scene. Then press the Shutter button half-way to set the exposure and focus, then continue pressing completely down. Move into the scene.
Chapter 2 Taking a Burst Series of Pictures Burst lets you to take up to 3 pictures in quick succession. Burst is ideal for taking pictures of sporting events or moving objects. When you use the Burst feature, the Flash and the Self Timer are disabled. Turn On Burst In any Still mode, press the Self Timer button twice. The Burst icon appears on the status bar. NOTE: The setting remains until you change it or turn off the camera.
Chapter 2 Still Menus Image Storage(page 11) Focus Zone (page 32) Exposure Compensation (page 27) ISO Speed (page 33) White Balance (page 28) Long Time Exposure (page 34) Date Stamp (page 35) Picture Quality (page 29) 26 Color Mode (page 30) Orientation Sensor (page 36) Exposure Metering (page 31) Setup Menu (page 55)
Chapter 2 Setting Exposure Compensation Use Exposure Compensation to control how much light enters the camera. This setting is useful for taking pictures in very large rooms, under low light, without a flash. Adjust the exposure by plus or minus 2 steps in 1/2-step increments. NOTE: Exposure Compensation cannot be used with Long Time Exposure. 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Exposure Compensation , then press the OK button.
Chapter 2 Setting White Balance Whites can look white in daylight, but different under other lighting conditions. Use White Balance to correct the color shifts that result from shooting pictures under different light sources. 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight White Balance , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight an option, then press the OK button. Auto (default)— automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general picture taking.
Chapter 2 Setting Picture Quality Use the Quality setting to select a picture resolution. 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Quality , then press the OK button. 3 Highlight an option: Best (4.0 MP)—for printing up to 20 x 30 in.(50 x 75 cm); pictures are highest resolution and largest file size. appears on the status bar. Better (2.2 MP)—for printing up to 8 x 10 in. (20 x 25 cm); pictures are medium resolution with smaller file size. appears on the status bar.
Chapter 2 Setting Color Mode Use Color Mode to control color tones and moods. 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Color Mode button. 3 Move the joystick , then press the OK to highlight an option, then press the OK button. Color (default)—for color pictures Black & White—for black-and-white pictures Sepia—for pictures with a reddish-brown, antique look 4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu. This setting remains until you change it or turn off the camera.
Chapter 2 Setting Exposure Metering Use Exposure Metering to ensure that the proper amount of light enters the camera lens. 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Exposure Metering , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight an option, then press the OK button. Multi-patterned— evaluates lighting conditions throughout the image to give an optimum picture exposure. Ideal for general picture taking.
Chapter 2 Setting Focus Zone Use the Focus Zone to select a large or a concentrated area of focus. 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Focus Zone , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight an option, then press the OK button. Multi-zone (default)— evaluates 3 zones to give an even picture focus. Ideal for general picture taking. See Using the Auto Focus Framing Marks, page 20. Center zone—evaluates the small area centered in the viewfinder.
Chapter 2 Setting ISO Speed The ISO setting controls the camera’s sensitivity to light. Use a lower ISO setting in brightly lit scenes; use a higher ISO setting for low-light scenes. NOTE: Higher ISO speeds may create a picture that is “noisier” than a picture taken at lower ISO speeds. These settings are available only in Auto, Landscape, and Close-up modes. 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight ISO Speed , then press the OK button.
Chapter 2 Setting Long Time Exposure Use Long Time Exposure to control how long the shutter stays open. Settings are: Off, 0.7, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, and 4 seconds. NOTE: Long Time Exposure cannot be used with Exposure Compensation. If ISO speed has been changed, it is reset to Auto. Set Long Time Exposure 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Long Time Exposure , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to select an option, then press the OK button.
Chapter 2 Placing the Date on Pictures Use the Date Stamp setting to imprint the date on your pictures. 1 Make sure the camera clock is set to the correct date (page 8). 2 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Date Stamp , then press the OK button. 4 Move the joystick to highlight an option, then press the OK button. 5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu. The current date is printed in the bottom right corner of new pictures.
Chapter 2 Setting the Orientation Sensor If you rotate the camera to take a picture (for example, a portrait shot), the Orientation Sensor reorients the picture so that it is displayed correct side up. The Orientation Sensor is turned on as the default. You can turn it off so that pictures are displayed in their original orientation.
3 Taking Videos Use the Video setting to take videos or to customize video-taking settings. Before you take a video, make sure your picture storage location is set the way you want it (see page 11). NOTE: Flash is not available in Video mode. You can change Optical Zoom before (but not during) video recording. Taking a Video 1 Turn the Mode dial to Video . A live image, the status bar, and the recording time available appear on the LCD. 2 Use the viewfinder or LCD to frame your subject.
Chapter 3 Quickview—Reviewing the Video Just Taken After you take a video, the LCD displays the first frame of the video for approximately 5 seconds. While the frame is displayed, you can: Delete Share m Review it: If you take no action, the video is saved. m Play it: Press the OK button. Press OK to adjust the volume. Press OK again to pause the video. m Share it: Press the Share button to tag the video for email or as a Favorite (see page 51).
Chapter 3 Using the Optical Zoom Use Optical Zoom to get up to 3X closer to your subject. When you turn on the camera, the lens is set to the Wide Angle position. NOTE: You can change Optical Zoom before (but not during) video recording. Wide angle Telephoto 1 Use the viewfinder or LCD to frame your subject. 2 Press the Telephoto (T) button to zoom in. Press Wide Angle (W) button to zoom out. The lens extends or retracts. The viewfinder or LCD displays the zoomed image.
Chapter 3 Putting Yourself in the Video The Self Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter button and the time video recording begins. Self Timer Self Timer light 1 Place the camera on a flat surface or use a tripod. 2 Turn the Mode dial to Video , then press the Self Timer button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight a Video Length option, then press the OK button: Unlimited—records until you stop recording or until storage is full.
4 Reviewing Pictures and Videos Press the Review button to view and work with your pictures and videos. Remember, press the Shutter button to take a picture anytime, even in Review. 1 Press the Review button. The LCD displays the last picture or video taken. 2 Press the Review button to exit Review.
Chapter 4 Viewing Single Pictures and Videos 1 Press the Review button. 2 Move the joystick to scroll backward or forward through pictures and videos. For fast scrolling, press and hold a button. Viewing Multiple Pictures and Videos 1 Press the Review button. 2 Either move the joystick , or m Press the Menu button. m Move the joystick to highlight Multi-up . m Press the OK button. Thumbnails of nine pictures and videos are displayed at once.
Chapter 4 Playing a Video m To play a video, press the OK button. To pause, press the OK button during playback. m To adjust the volume, move the joystick during playback. m To rewind a video, move the joystick during playback. To play the video, press the OK button. m To go to the previous or next picture or video, move the joystick while no video is playing. Deleting Pictures and Videos 1 Press the Review button.
Chapter 4 Review Menus Magnify (page 44) Video Date Display (page 49) Protect (page 45) Multi-up (page 42) Image Storage (page 11) Picture Info (page 49) Slide Show (page 46) Setup Menu (page 55) Copy (page 48) Magnifying Pictures Use the Magnify feature to zoom in to different areas of a picture. 1 Press the Review button, then locate a picture. 2 To magnify at 2X, press the OK button. To magnify at 4X, press the OK button again. The picture is magnified.
Chapter 4 Protecting Pictures and Videos From Deletion 1 Press the Review button, then locate the picture or video to protect. 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Protect icon Protect , then press the OK button. The picture or video is protected and cannot be deleted. The Protect icon appears with the protected picture or video. CAUTION: Formatting internal memory or MMC/SD card deletes all (including protected) pictures, videos, and email addresses.
Chapter 4 Running a Slide Show Use the Slide Show to display your pictures and videos on the LCD. To run a slide show on a television or on any external device, see page 47. Starting the Slide Show 1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Slide Show , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Begin Show, then press the OK button. Each picture and video is displayed once, in the order in which you took them.
Chapter 4 Turning On Slide Show Loop When you turn on Loop, the slide show is continuously repeated. 1 On the Slide Show menu, move the joystick to highlight Loop, then press the OK button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight On, then press the OK button. When you start a slide show, it repeats until you cancel it by pressing the OK button or until battery power is exhausted. The Loop setting remains until you change it.
Chapter 4 Copying Pictures and Videos You can copy pictures and videos from a card to internal memory or from internal memory to a card. Before you copy, make sure that: m A card is inserted in the camera. m The camera’s picture storage location is set to the location from which you are copying. See Choosing Internal Memory or MMC/SD Card, page 11. Copy pictures or videos: 1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Copy , then press the OK button.
Chapter 4 Displaying Video Date To display the capture date and time (only during video playback on the camera): 1 Press the Review button, then press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Video Date Display, then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight an option, then press the OK button. 4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu. The capture date and time appear during video playback on the camera. This setting remains until you change it.
5 Tagging Pictures and Videos The Share button lets you “tag” your pictures and videos.
Chapter 5 Tagging Pictures for Printing 1 Press the Review button, then locate a picture. 2 Press the Share button. Highlight Print , then press the OK button.* 3 Press to select the number of copies (0-99). Zero removes the tag for that picture. 4 Press the OK button. Press the Share button Share to exit the Share menu. The Print icon appears on the status bar. The default quantity is one. (To change the default, see page 56.
Chapter 5 Tagging Pictures and Videos for Emailing First, use KODAK EASYSHARE Software to create an email address book on your computer. Then, copy up to 32 email addresses to the camera’s internal memory. See the Quick Start Guide or KODAK EASYSHARE Software Help for details. 1 Press the Review button, then locate a picture or video. 2 Press the Share button. Highlight Email , then press the OK button. to highlight an email address, then press the OK button.
Chapter 5 Tagging Pictures and Videos as Favorites 1 Press the Review button, then locate a picture or video. 2 Press the Share button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Favorite , then press the OK button. The Favorite icon appears on the status bar. 4 To remove the tag, press the OK button again. 5 Press the Share button to exit the Share menu.
6 Customizing Your Camera Settings Use Setup to customize camera settings according to your preferences. To Access Setup Mode/Menus 1 In any mode, press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button.
Chapter 6 Changing the Print Quantity Default The Default Print Quantity setting determines the value that is displayed on the Share Print screen (page 52). The default value is 1. 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Default Print Quantity , then press the OK button. 4 Move the joystick to select the new default quantity, then press the OK button. 5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Chapter 6 Turning On Liveview in Still Modes The Liveview feature lets you use the LCD as a viewfinder (see page 18). The default setting is Off; press the OK button to turn the LCD on when you need it. NOTE: Liveview quickly depletes battery power; use it sparingly. The Liveview default setting is On in Video and Close-up modes. 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Liveview , then press the OK button.
Chapter 6 Turning Off the Low Light Auto Focus LED You can prevent the Low Light Auto Focus LED (page 14) from firing. NOTE: When the Low Light Auto Focus LED is off, the camera may not perform as well in low light. 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Low Light Auto Focus LED , then press the OK button. 4 Move the joystick to highlight Off, then press the OK button. 5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Chapter 6 Selecting a Language You can display menus and screen messages in different languages. 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Language , then press the OK button. 4 Highlight an option, then press the OK button. 5 Press the Menu button to exit the menu. Text is displayed in the selected language. This setting remains until you change it.
Chapter 6 Formatting Internal Memory or MMC/SD Card CAUTION: Formatting a card erases all pictures and videos, including protected files. Formatting internal memory erases all pictures, videos, and email addresses. (To restore addresses, see KODAK EASYSHARE Software Help.) Removing a card during formatting may damage the card. 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Format , then press the OK button.
Chapter 6 Viewing Camera Information 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight About , then press the OK button. The camera model and the current firmware version appear. 4 Press the Menu button to exit the menu. Changing Advanced Digital Zoom 1 Press the Menu button. 2 Move the joystick to highlight Setup , then press the OK button. 3 Move the joystick to highlight Advanced Digital Zoom , then press the OK button.
7 Installing the Software WINDOWS System Requirements m Personal computer for WINDOWS 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP m 233 MHz processor or greater m 64 MB of available RAM (128 MB for WINDOWS XP) m 200 MB of available hard disk space m CD-ROM drive m Available USB port m Color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels; High Color (16-bit) or True Color (24-bit) recommended m Internet access for online printing and emailing 63
Chapter 7 MAC OS X System Requirements m MACINTOSH computer with a G3 or G4 processor m MAC OS 10.1.2, minimum m 128 MB of available RAM m 200 MB of available hard disk space m CD-ROM drive m Built-in USB port m Color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels; thousands or millions of colors recommended m Internet access for online printing and emailing MAC OS 8.6 and 9.x System Requirements m POWERPC-based MACINTOSH computer m MAC OS 8.6 or 9.
Chapter 7 Install the Software For information on the software applications included on the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD, see the Quick Start Guide or the KODAK EASYSHARE Software Help. CAUTION: Install the software from the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD before connecting the camera or dock to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly. 1 Before you begin, close all software applications that are open on your computer.
Chapter 7 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. If prompted, restart the computer when the installation is complete. m Select Typical to automatically install the most commonly used applications. m Select Custom to choose the applications you wish to install. NOTE: When prompted, take a few minutes to electronically register your camera and software. This lets you receive information regarding software updates and registers some of the products included with the camera.
8 Connecting to the Computer CAUTION: Install the software from the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD before connecting the camera or Camera Dock to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to load incorrectly. You can transfer pictures and videos from the camera to the computer using either the KODAK EASYSHARE LS443 Camera Dock or the USB cable. See page 68 for connecting with the USB cable.
Chapter 8 Connecting the Camera Dock After the KODAK EASYSHARE Software is loaded (see page 63), connect the Camera Dock to your computer and to an external power source. You need: m The USB cable included with your camera m The AC power adapter, 5V included with the Camera Dock IMPORTANT: Make sure your camera is NOT in the Camera Dock when you are connecting to power and the computer. 1 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable into the labeled USB port on your computer.
Chapter 8 Docking the Camera To transfer pictures and videos from the camera to the computer, or to charge the battery: 1 Turn off the camera. Dock connector 2 Place the camera in the Camera Dock and push down to seat the connector. The Power/Transfer light glows green when the camera is properly seated. Connector The camera is now powered by the Camera Dock. Power/ Transfer light NOTE: If the battery requires charging, the Camera Dock immediately begins charging.
Chapter 8 Transferring Pictures and Videos To transfer pictures and videos from your camera to your computer: 1 Place the camera in the Camera Dock. The Connect button, Power/Transfer light camera can be on or off. If the battery is being charged, charging pauses, then resumes after pictures and videos are transferred. 2 Press the Connect button. The Power/Transfer light blinks green while pictures and videos transfer.
Chapter 8 Charging the Battery The battery is not charged when you receive it. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Make sure the battery is installed in the camera (see page 5). 3 Place the camera in the Camera Dock (see page 69). m Charging begins immediately. m The red light indicates charging in progress. (See page 87 for other Camera Dock light information.) m Full charging takes about 3 hours. After the battery is fully charged, leave the camera in the Camera Dock to maintain the full charge.
Chapter 8 Connecting With the USB Cable NOTE: You can use the KODAK AC adapter to power the camera; it saves battery power when transferring pictures (see page 5). 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Plug the labeled end of the USB cable into the labeled USB port on your computer. See your computer User’s Guide for details. 3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the labeled USB port on the camera. The software prompts you through the transfer process.
Chapter 8 Printing Pictures from Your Computer For details on printing pictures from your computer, see the Quick Start Guide or the KODAK EASYSHARE Software Help. Printing From an MMC/SD Card m Automatically print tagged pictures when you insert your card into a printer with an MMC/SD slot. See your printer User’s Guide for details. m Make prints at an MMC/SD-capable KODAK Picture Maker. (We suggest contacting a location prior to visiting.
9 Troubleshooting There may be times when you have questions about using your camera or Camera Dock. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the KODAK EASYSHARE Software CD. For updates to Troubleshooting information, see http://www.kodak.com/go/ls443support. Troubleshooting—Camera Camera Problems Camera Problem Cause Camera does not Battery is not properly turn on. installed. Battery is not charged.
Chapter 9 Camera Problem Shutter button does not work. Cause Camera is not turned on. The camera is processing a picture; the ready light (near the viewfinder) is blinking. The card or internal memory is full. Solution Turn on the camera (page 7). Wait until the light stops blinking before attempting to take another picture. Transfer pictures to the computer (page 67), delete pictures from the camera (page 43), switch storage locations (page 11), or insert a card with available memory (page 10).
Chapter 9 Camera Problem Picture is too dark. Picture is too light. Cause Flash is not on. The subject is too far away for the flash to have an effect. Solution Turn on the flash (page 22). Move so there is no more than 10.8 ft (3.3 m) between the camera and the subject; 6.2 ft (1.9 m) in Telephoto. The subject is in front Use Fill flash (page 22) or change of a bright light your position so light is not (backlit). behind the subject. Lighting is too dark.
Chapter 9 Camera Problem Picture is not clear. Solution Clean the lens (page 96). Move so there is at least 2.0 ft (0.6 m) between the camera and the subject, or at least 0.5 ft (15.2 cm) in Close-up mode. Subject or the camera Hold the camera steady while moved while the taking the picture. picture was taken. The subject is too far Move so there is no more than away for the flash to be 10.8 ft (3.3 m) between the effective. camera and the subject; 6.2 ft (1.9 m) in Telephoto.
Chapter 9 Camera/Computer Communications Camera Communications Problem Cause There is a problem with The computer the configuration of the cannot communicate USB port on the computer. with the camera. Camera power is off. Battery is not charged. Some Advanced Power Management utilities on laptops turn off ports to save battery life. USB cable is not securely connected. Software is not installed. Cannot transfer pictures. Add New Hardware Wizard cannot locate drivers.
Chapter 9 MMC/SD Cards and Internal Memory MMC/SD Cards and Internal Memory Problem Cause Solution The camera The card may not be Purchase a certified MMC/SD card does not MMC/SD certified. (page 10). recognize The card may be Reformat the card (page 60). MMC/SD card. corrupt. Caution: Formatting erases all pictures and videos, including protected files. Card is not fully Insert a card into the slot, then push inserted in camera. to seat (page 10). Turn the camera off, then back on.
Chapter 9 Camera LCD Messages LCD Messages Message No images to display Cause There are no pictures in the current storage location. Memory card requires The card is corrupted formatting or formatted for Memory card cannot another digital camera. be read (Please format card or insert another card) Internal memory The camera internal requires formatting memory is corrupted. Internal memory cannot be read (Please format internal memory) No memory card (Files There is no card in the not copied) camera.
Chapter 9 LCD Messages Message Card is protected (Reset switch on card) Card is locked (Insert a new card) Card is unusable (Insert a new card) Recording stopped. Record in internal memory (Card speed is slow) Memory card is full (Cannot save Share tagging) Internal memory is full (Cannot save Share tagging) Date/Time entry screen appears automatically 82 Cause Switch on card is in write-protect position. The card is write-protected. Solution Reset the switch as shown on LCD.
Chapter 9 LCD Messages Message High camera temperature. (Camera will be turned off.) Memory Card is full Cause The internal temperature of the camera is too high for the camera to operate. The viewfinder light glows red and the camera turns off. There is no more space on the card in the camera. Internal Memory is full There is no more space in the camera’s internal memory. Unrecognized File Format The camera cannot read the picture format.
Chapter 9 Camera Ready Light Status Ready light Camera Ready Light Problem Ready light does not turn on and the camera does not work. Ready light glows steady green. Cause Camera is not turned on. Battery is exhausted. Mode dial was on when battery was reloaded. Camera is on; ready The camera is operating to take a picture or normally. video. Ready light blinks red. Battery is low or exhausted. 84 Solution Turn on the camera (page 7). Recharge the battery (page 71).
Chapter 9 Camera Ready Light Problem Cause Ready light glows Camera’s internal steady red. memory or card is full. Ready light blinks green. Ready light blinks yellow. Solution Transfer pictures to the computer (page 67), delete pictures from the camera (page 43), switch storage locations (page 11), or insert a card with available memory (page 10). Camera processing Wait. Resume picture taking memory is full. when the light turns green. Card is read-only.
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting—Camera Dock Camera Dock Problems Camera Dock Problem Pictures are not transferred to the computer 86 Cause AC adapter or USB cable is not securely connected. Software is not installed. Too many applications running on computer. Camera was removed from the Camera Dock during picture transfer. Connect button was not pressed. Solution Check the connections (page 68). Install the software (page 63). Close all software applications and try again.
Chapter 9 Camera Dock Light Status Power/Transfer light Battery charging light Camera Dock Lights Steady Green The camera is seated in the Camera Dock, connected to AC power, and battery is not charging. Blinking Green Pictures and videos are being transferred to the computer. Steady Red The battery is charging. Blinking Red The battery is not properly installed. Reinstall the battery (page 5). The battery or connector pins are damaged. Check for damage.
10 Getting Help Helpful Web Links Help with WINDOWS Operating System and working with digital pictures Help with your camera Download the latest camera software and firmware Optimize your printer for truer, more vibrant colors Get support for cameras, software, accessories, more Purchase camera accessories Register your camera www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics www.kodak.com/go/ls443support www.kodak.com/go/ls443downloads www.kodak.com/go/onetouch www.kodak.com/go/support www.kodak.com/go/accessories www.kodak.
Chapter 10 Telephone Customer Support If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, you may speak with a customer support representative.
Chapter 10 Telephone Numbers Australia Austria/Osterreich Belgium/Belgique Brazil Canada China Denmark/Danmark Ireland/Eire Finland/Suomi France Germany/Deutschland Greece Hong Kong India Italy/Italia Japan Korea Netherlands/Nederland New Zealand Norway/Norge Philippines Portugal Singapore 1800 147 701 0179 567 357 02 713 14 45 0800 150000 1 800 465 6325 800 820 6027 3 848 71 30 01 407 3054 0800 1 17056 01 55 1740 77 069 5007 0035 00800 441 25605 800 901 514 91 22 617 5823 02 696 33452 81 3 5644 5500 0079
Chapter 10 Spain/Espana Sweden/Sverige Switzerland/Schweiz/Suisse Taiwan Thailand UK United States Outside the United States International Toll Line International Toll Fax 91 749 76 53 08 587 704 21 01 838 53 51 00 0 861 008 001 800 631 0017 0870 243 0270 1 800 235 6325 585 726 7260 +44 131 458 6714 +44 131 458 6962 For the most up-to-date listings, visit: http://www.kodak.com/US/en/digital/contacts/DAIInternationalContacts.
Chapter 11 11 Appendix Camera Specifications KODAK EASYSHARE LS443 Zoom Digital Camera Color 24-bit, millions of colors Communication USB Via Camera Dock or USB cable with computer Dimensions Width 4.3 in. (109 mm) Depth 1.5 in. (37.5 mm) Height 2.4 in. (61.5 mm) Weight 8.6 oz (245 g) with battery and card Exposure control Multi-pattern/Center weighted TTL-AE with program modes (Standard, Sport, Night, Long Time) Flash Modes Auto, Fill, Red-eye, Off Range Wide: 1.5 to 10.8 ft (0.5 to 3.3 m) Tele: 1.
Chapter 11 KODAK EASYSHARE LS443 Zoom Digital Camera Lens Type Optical quality glass, 6 groups/7 elements (4 aspherical lenses) Maximum f/2.8 - f/9.6 Aperture Focal Length 35 - 105 mm Focus Distance Close-up: 6 to 27.5 in. (13 to 70 cm) Standard: 2 ft (0.6 m) to infinity Landscape: Fixed focus Operating Temperature 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C) File format Still JPEG/EXIF v2.2 Video QUICKTIME movie Picture storage 16 MB internal; SD Card or MMC Pixel resolution Best: 2448 x 1632 (4.
Chapter 11 Original Factory Settings—Camera Feature Date/Time Date/Time Stamp Default Print Quantity Digital Zoom initiation Exposure Metering Mode Flash Focus Zone Language Liveview Orientation Sensor Picture/Video Storage Location Picture Quality Quickview Shutter Sound Slide Show Interval Slide Show Loop Video Date Display Video Out Factory Setting 2002/1/1; 12:00 Off 1 Pause Multi-patterned Auto: Auto or Red-eye Sport, Night: Auto Landscape, Close-up, Video: Flash Off Multi-zone English Off On Auto B
Chapter 11 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 http://www.kodak.com/go/ls443downloads. Tips, Safety, Maintenance m Always follow basic safety precautions. Refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” booklet packed with your camera. m Do not allow any chemicals, such as suntan lotion, to come into contact with the painted surface of the camera.
Chapter 11 Storage Capacities File sizes can vary. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. Purchase accessories at your KODAK retail dealer or http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.
Chapter 11 Locating Pictures and Videos on a Card Pictures stored on MMC/SD Cards use a standard agreed upon by many camera manufacturers. This lets you use the cards in different cameras. If you use a card reader to retrieve your files, the following description of the card file structure may be helpful. MISC folder—contains the order files created when you use the Share feature to tag files for printing, emailing, and as favorites. SYSTEM folder—used for updating camera firmware.
Chapter 11 m If you use the card in a camera other than the KODAK EASYSHARE LS443 Zoom Digital Camera, and that camera manufacturer adheres to this file structure standard, the \DCIM folder contains a folder named by that camera. For more information, refer to the documentation that accompanied that camera. Burst Pictures When a burst series is initiated, a letter “B” replaces the underscore in the file name.
Chapter 11 Using the Battery m We recommend using only a KODAK EASYSHARE Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery or equivalent 3.7V Li-Ion. Not all manufacturer’s 3.7V Li-Ion rechargeable batteries are compatible with the camera. Damage caused by unauthorized accessories is not covered under warranty. Purchase accessories at your KODAK retail dealer or http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories. m For acceptable battery life, and to make sure your camera operates dependably, we do not recommend or support other batteries.
Chapter 11 Expected Battery Life Battery Type KODAK EASYSHARE Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery * Actual battery life may vary based on usage. Pictures per Full Battery Charge (Approximate)* 200-300 Power-Saving Features If No The Activity For 1 minute LCD turns off. 8 minutes 1 hour To Turn It Back On Press the OK button. Press any button Camera enters auto power off. Flash, self-timer, burst, exposure compensation, (or insert or white balance, ISO, color mode, and long remove a card).
Chapter 11 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.
Index A about camera information, 61 picture, video, 49 AC adapter, 5 accessories, buying, 89 adjusting exposure compensation, 27 picture quality, 29 advanced digital zoom, 61 arrow buttons, ii auto flash, 22 focus framing marks, 20 focus LED, 14, 58 power-down, 101 B batteries charging Battery Pack, 71 extending battery life, 100 power level, 9 replacement, 100 tips, 100 battery loading, 5 burst series, 25 button arrow, ii delete, 19 flash, 22 menu, 11 OK, 7 review, 41 share, 51 shutter, 13 zoom, 21 C cab
Index transferring pictures, 70 USB connection, 68 using, 67 Canadian compliance, 102 card, memory, 98 caring for your camera, 96 changing picture, video location, 11 charging Battery Pack, 71 charging lights, Camera Dock, 71 checking location setting, 12 checking picture location, 12 cleaning camera, lens, 96 clock, setting, 8 color mode, 30 communication problems, 79 computer connecting Camera Dock, 68 system requirements, 63 transferring pictures, 72 transferring to, 67 connecting Camera Dock, 68 copy pi
Index E EASYSHARE Software, installing, 63 emailing pictures, videos, 53 error messages, 81 exposure compensation, 27 long time, 34 exposure metering, 31 external video device setting video out, 58 viewing pictures, videos, 47 F favorites, tagging for, 54 FCC compliance, 101 file names, card, 98 firmware upgrading, 96 version, 61 flash auto, 22 fill, 22 red-eye, 22 using, 22 focus framing marks, 20 low light LED, 14, 58 zone, 32 folders, card, 98 formatting internal memory, 60 MMC/SD card, 60 G guidelines,
Index formatting, 60 setting picture, video location, 11 storage capacity, 97 ISO speed, 33 K KODAK EASYSHARE Software getting help, 89 installing, 65 transferring pictures, 72 upgrading, 96 Kodak web sites, 89 accessory, 12 cleaning, 96 light charging, 71 ready, camera, 84 self-timer, camera, 24, 40 liveview turning on, 57 using LCD as viewfinder, 18 loading MMC/SD card, 10 software, 65 long time exposure, 34 L language, setting, 59 LCD displaying languages, 59 error messages, 81 picture location icon, 9
Index file name conventions, 98 formatting, 60 inserting, 10 printing from, 73 problems, 80 setting picture, video location, 11 storage capacities, 97 mode dial, 6 monitor, requirements, 63 N NTSC, video out setting, 58 O OK button, 7 online prints, ordering, 73 optical zoom, 21 orientation sensor, 36 overview, camera, ii overview, camera modes, 6 P package contents camera, 3 PAL, video out setting, 58 pictures checking location, 12 copying, 48 date imprint, 35 deleting, 43 downloading, 72 emailing tagged,
Index product overview, ii protecting pictures, videos, 45 Q quality print, digital zoom, 21 setting, 29 quickview, 38 turning off, 56 using, 19, 38 R ReadMe file, 75 ready light camera, 13 Camera Dock, 84 recycling, disposal, 96 red-eye, flash, 22 regulatory information, 101 removable memory card, 10 replacement batteries, 100 requirements MACINTOSH, 64 WINDOWS-based, 63 resolution, setting, 29 review button, 41 review mode, using, 41 reviewing pictures as you take them, 19 108 deleting, 43 magnify, 44 on
Index resolution, 29 self-timer, 24, 40 video out, 58 setup mode, using, 55 share button, 51 shutoff, auto, 101 shutter problems, 76 self-timer delay, 24, 40 sounds, 57 taking pictures, 13 sleep mode, 101 slide show continuous loop, 47 problems, 78 running, 46 software getting help, 89 installing, 65 transferring pictures, 72 upgrading, 96 sounds, shutter, 57 specifications camera, 93 MACINTOSH, 64 WINDOWS-based, 63 status bar, 9 picture storage location, 12 screen icons, 9 storage capacity, memory, 97 str
Index troubleshooting camera, 75 camera communications, 79 Camera Dock, 86 camera ready light, 84 LCD messages, 81 MMC/SD card, 80 turning camera on and off, 7 U upgrading software, firmware, 96 URLs, Kodak web sites, 89 V video mode, using, 37 video out, setting, 58 videos checking location, 12 copying, 48 date display, 49 deleting, 43 emailing tagged, 53 file naming, 98 protecting, 45 reviewing, 41 storage capacities, 97 taking, 37 transferring to 110 computer, 67, 70 using on computer, 72 viewing, 42 vi
