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KODAK DC5000 Zoom Digital Camera
User’s Guide
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About the Camera’s Weatherproof & Rugged Design This camera is designed to be weatherproof and rugged. Special seals keep out moisture for a sure, carefree performance in any weather. While you cannot use the camera underwater, ideally it can safely be used: q in the rain q at pool-side or the beach q at a construction site or areas with excessive dirt or dust. Important Camera Information This camera is designed to be weatherproof, not waterproof. It is not designed to be submerged in water,
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q Always insert and remove the batteries and memory cards with dry, clean hands. q If water gets into the camera, remove the batteries and lens glass cover and allow the camera to dry completely. Do not apply power to the camera until it is completely dry. q Before using the camera, make sure the lens cover is secured and that all sensors and lenses are clean and dry. q Although the camera can be used at the beach, use extreme caution not to get sand on the camera seals.
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Table of Contents 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Preparing to Take Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Loading Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Turning the Camera On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Checking Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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3 Customizing Your Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Adjusting the Camera Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Adding a Border to Your Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Capturing in Black-and-White, Sepia Tone, or Document . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Adjusting the Picture Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Adjusting the Picture Resolution
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Setting an Exposure Compensation Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Setting an Effect Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Setting an Auto ISO Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 6 Installing Your Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Windows-Based System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Macintosh System Requirements . . . . . . .
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Getting Better Results from Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 9 Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Software Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Getting Started 1 Congratulations on your purchase of the new water resistant, dust proof, 2.0 megapixel KODAK DC5000 Zoom Digital Camera—the camera that takes pictures digitally, without the use of film. With your new camera, picture taking and print making have never been easier or faster. The possibilties are endless. Here is just a few examples of what you can do with your camera: q Utilize the rugged weatherproof design to take pictures in environments not recommended for other c
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Preparing to Take Pictures Before you start taking pictures with your camera, you first need to install the batteries or connect a Kodak-specified AC adapter for power, and insert a KODAK Picture Card (camera memory card) into the camera. Loading Batteries Your camera uses four AA batteries. For your convenience, alkaline batteries are provided so you can start using your camera immediately. For information on guidelines for battery usage, see page 91. 1 Lift the ring on the battery door. 2
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Checking Batteries So that you are never caught with dead batteries, your camera indicates the power level of the batteries, in the form of a battery status symbol, on the Status Display when you turn on the camera. For information on guidelines for battery usage, see page 91. 1 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture, Review, or Capture Review Camera Settings. Setup The battery status symbol is not visible if you set the camera to Connect. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camer
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CARD JECT EJECT Inserting a Camera Memory Card Your camera comes with a KODAK Picture Card (camera memory card), which is used to store pictures you take with the camera. The camera memory card, also referred to as a CompactFlash card, is removable and reusable for easy storage and transfer of your pictures. You can purchase additional KODAK Picture Cards from dealers of KODAK products, or from our Web site at http:// 1 www.kodak.com/go/accessories. 1 Lift and turn the ring to unlock and op
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Setting the Clock on Your Camera Your camera has a built-in clock that maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. The camera clock needs to be set if you plan to use the Date Stamp feature, which imprints the date on your picture. For information on using the Date Stamp feature, see page 19. If you remove the batteries from the camera for an extended period of time, or the batteries become exhausted, you may need to reset the clock. 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup. Menu Capture 2
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OPEN Adjusting the LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the color LCD to suit your particular needs. 1 Set the Mode dial to Camera Setup. 1 You can set the Mode dial to any setting you Menu want as long as there is an image in the LCD screen to adjust the Capture Review Setup brightness level. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera. The main Camera Setup screen appears. 3 Use the dial on the bottom of the camera to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to
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2 Taking Pictures 2 Your camera makes taking pictures fun. Just set the camera to Capture and you are on your way to creating great pictures. Everything you need is right at your fingertips. With the camera you can: q Preview the picture before it is taken. q Zoom in closer on your subject. q Automatically lock the focus on the subject when you press the SHUTTER button. q View the picture you just took. q Vary the flash settings to give you control over the type of flash needed for specifi
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Previewing a Picture Before it is Taken If you want to see what a picture looks like before you take it, preview the image on the LCD on the back of your camera. The live image that appears is very helpful for framing your subject, especially when using the Close-Up, Digital Zoom, and Border features. If you want to take pictures in black and white or sepia tone, or highlight text, Preview can help you make that decision. With Preview, batteries are quickly drained, so use a KODAK-specified
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Pressing the Shutter Button Taking pictures is a snap with your camera. The SHUTTER button on your camera locks in the auto focus and takes the picture. 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture. Menu 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to Capture Review Setup turn on the camera. 2 3 Center the subject using the guide marks in the viewfinder, or turn on Preview (page 10) and use the LCD to frame your subject. 4 Press the SHUTTER button half-way down to lock in the camera auto focus. The camera be
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Zooming in on Your Subject With a touch of a button you can zoom from Wide Angle, which gives you more of the surrounding area in pictures, to TelePhoto, which brings the subject in closer. 1 Set the Mode dial to Capture. 2 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera. 3 Press the ZOOM control. When you look through the viewfinder, the subject appears closer or farther away as you press the ZOOM button. Zooming in Even Closer If you need to get closer to your subject, use the
