ENGLISH Installing the software Before connecting any cables, install the software that was included with your camera. Follow the on-screen instructions. After installing the software, return to this Getting Started Guide. Loading the KLIC-7004 battery www.kodak.
ENGLISH Charging the battery Charge using a USB computer USB / A/V adapter (included) Charge using a Kodak 5V AC adapter (may be sold separately) Battery Charging lights USB cable (included) Charge until all 3 Battery Charging lights are lit. If the Battery Charging lights do not turn on during USB charging, ensure: ■The USB cable is connected to a powered USB port ■The computer is turned on, and not in sleep mode For more on USB charging, visit www.kodak.com/go/USBcharging.
Turning on the camera Setting the language, date/time 1 2 1 Language: to change. OK to accept. Date/Time: At the prompt, press OK. 2 to change. for previous/next field. OK (press) www.kodak.com/go/v1253support OK to accept.
Taking a picture/video Pictures Videos Video mode Framing marks 1 Press the On/Off or the Auto/SCN mode button to turn on the camera. Press the Shutter button halfway 2 to focus and set exposure. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down. 4 1 Press the Video mode button. 2 Press the Shutter button completely down, then release it. To stop recording, press and release the Shutter button again. www.kodak.
Reviewing pictures/videos 1 2 Press Review. (Press again to exit.) for previous/next. Videos: Play. (Press OK to pause/unpause.) During playback to adjust the volume. During playback to play at 2X speed; press again for 4X. During playback to reverse at 2X speed; press again for 4X. Press and hold for 4 seconds to jump to a bookmark. www.kodak.
Transferring pictures/videos USB cable (U-8) (included) Kodak EasyShare photo frame dock 2, camera dock, or printer dock (may be sold separately) USB / A/V adapter (included) USB cable (included) For package contents, see your product package. To use a dock, see its Getting Started Guide. For dock compatibility, visit www.kodak.com/go/dockcompatibility. To purchase accessories, visit www.kodak.com/go/v1253accessories. 6 www.kodak.
Keep learning about your camera! Congratulations! You have: • set up your camera • taken pictures • transferred pictures to your computer Keep learning! Finish reading this book, so you can take and share your best pictures! To better understand each menu option, use camera Help. (Highlight a menu choice, then press the Zoom telephoto T button.) Visit www.kodak.
Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 11 12 1 Zoom lever (W/T) 7 Video mode button 2 Shutter button 8 Favorites mode button 3 Flash 9 Lens 4 Flash button 10 Video light/Self-timer light/AF assist light 5 On/Off button 11 DC-In (5V) 6 Auto/SCN (scene) mode button 12 Stereo microphones NOTE: 6, 7, and 8 are also Battery Charging lights. 8 www.kodak.
Back view 1 2 3 4 5 12 6 7 11 10 9 8 optional 1 LCD 7 Joystick 2 Review button 8 Share button 3 Speaker 9 Battery compartment 4 Menu button 10 Slot for optional SD or MMC card 5 Delete button 11 Tripod socket 6 Strap post 12 USB, A/V Out, Dock connector www.kodak.
1 Doing more with your camera Storing pictures on an SD or MMC card Your camera has internal memory. You can purchase an SD or MMC card to conveniently store more pictures/videos (visit www.kodak.com/go/v1253accessories). CAUTION: A card can only be inserted one way; forcing it may cause damage. Inserting or removing a card while it is being accessed may damage the pictures, the card, or the camera. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Insert or remove the optional card. 3 Turn on the camera. optional 10 www.
Doing more with your camera Using the 3X optical zoom 1 Use the LCD to frame your subject. 2 To zoom in, press Telephoto (T). To zoom out, press Wide Angle (W). The zoom indicator shows the zoom status. 3 Take the picture or video. D Digital zoom range T Optical zoom range (37-111 mm) W Using digital zoom Use digital zoom in any picture-taking mode to get up to 5X magnification beyond optical zoom. (You cannot use digital zoom for video recording.
Doing more with your camera 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 camera on a tripod or flat surface. 1 In any Still mode, press the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight Self-Timer, then press OK. 3 Press to highlight: 10 seconds—A picture is taken after a 10-second delay (so you have time to get into the scene). 2 seconds—A picture is taken after a 2-second delay (for a steady, auto-shutter release on a tripod).
Doing more with your camera Using the flash Press the flash button repeatedly to scroll through flash modes. The current flash mode is shown in the LCD status area. Flash modes Flash fires Auto When the lighting conditions require it. Fill Every time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting conditions. Use when the subject is in shadow or is “backlit” (when light is behind the subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
Doing more with your camera Using different modes Use this mode For Auto General picture taking—offers an excellent balance of image quality and ease of use. Scene Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures in practically any situation. (See page 15.) Video Capturing video with sound. (See page 4.) Favorites Viewing favorite pictures. Press a button to choose a mode. Use this mode For Landscape Far-away scenes. The camera uses infinity auto-focus.
Doing more with your camera Using Scene (SCN) modes Choose a Scene mode—for great pictures in practically any situation! 1 Press the Auto/SCN button until the Scene icons appear on the LCD. 2 Press to view scene mode descriptions. The date/time and the mode description appear. If the mode description turns off before you finish reading it, press the OK button. 3 Press the OK button to choose a Scene mode. Using camera Help To better understand each menu option, use camera Help.
Doing more with your camera Understanding the picture-taking icons Self timer Long time exposure Camera mode Album name White Balance Macro/Landscape Zoom: digital telephoto wide Histogram 16 Date stamp Pictures/time remaining Image storage location Picture size ISO Flash AF zone AF mode Exposure metering Battery level Exposure compensation www.kodak.
2 Working with pictures/videos Magnifying a picture 1 Press T to magnify 1X–8X. 2 Press to view other parts of a picture. 3 Press OK to return to 1X. Deleting pictures/videos 1 Press the Review button. 2 Press 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. Using the undo delete feature If you accidentally delete a picture/video, you can use Undo Delete to retrieve it.
Working with pictures/videos Using the menu button in Review 1 Press the Review button, then the Menu button. 2 Press to highlight a tab: ■ Review to view pictures/videos ■ Edit to edit pictures/videos ■ Setup for other camera settings 3 Press to highlight a setting, then press the OK button. 4 Highlight an option, then press the OK button. Using Kodak Perfect Touch technology Kodak Perfect Touch technology helps ensure better, brighter pictures. 1 Press the Review button.
Working with pictures/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 button, then to find a video. 2 Press the Menu button, then to highlight the Edit tab. Highlight Make Picture, then press OK. Video Picture 3 Follow the screen prompts. A picture is created. (The original video is saved.) ■ Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
Working with pictures/videos Viewing pictures as thumbnails 1 Press the Review button. 2 Press W to change from single-picture view to multi-up thumbnails. 3 Press T to return to single-picture view. ■ To select multiple pictures/videos, see page 20. ■ Press the Review button to exit Review. Selecting multiple pictures/videos Use the multi-select feature when you have two or more pictures/videos to print, copy, delete, etc. (Multi-select is used most effectively in Multi-Up mode, see page 20.
3 Solving camera problems Camera problems Status Solution Camera does not turn on ■ Make sure the battery is charged and installed correctly (see Camera does not turn off page 1). ■ Turn the camera off, then on again. Camera buttons and controls do not function Pictures remaining ■ Continue taking pictures. The camera is operating normally. number does not (The camera estimates the number of pictures remaining after each decrease after taking a picture is taken, based on picture size and content.
4 Appendix CAUTION: Do not disassemble this product; there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Kodak AC adapters and battery chargers are intended for indoor use only. The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. If the LCD breaks, do not touch the glass or liquid. Contact Kodak customer support.
Appendix Limited warranty coverage Kodak warrants Kodak consumer electronic products and accessories (“Products”), 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. Warranty service is only available from within the country where the Products were originally purchased.
Appendix Your rights Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states or jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or by jurisdiction.
Appendix Regulatory compliance FCC compliance and advisory Kodak EasyShare V1253 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 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling In Europe: For human/environmental protection, it is your responsibility to dispose of this equipment 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 visit www.kodak.com/go/recycle. (Product weight: 155 g.
Appendix China RoHS MPEG-4 Use of this product in any manner that complies with the MPEG-4 visual standard is prohibited, except for use by a consumer engaging in personal and non-commercial activities. Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, New York 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2007 Kodak and EasyShare are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. 4J6219_en www.kodak.