Kodak C142 Users Guide

							Taking pictures/videos
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Taking a video
1Press the Mode button, then   until the LCD 
displays 
Video  , then press OK.
2Press 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 17.
Reviewing the picture/video just taken
After you take a picture/video, the LCD briefly displays the picture or the first frame of 
a video. (To take new pictures/videos 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 (see page 23). 
To review pictures/videos anytime, see page 17.
Delete the current picture/video
OK Play/pause a video
While a picture/video is displayed, 
you may:
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Understanding the picture-taking icons
Know when your batteries need attention
The battery level icon works like the gas gauge in your car, but appears only when the 
battery requires your attention. (If you’re viewing shortcuts, the battery level is always 
displayed. See page 11.)
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Battery level Capture mode
Pictures/time remaining
Zoom indicator
Keyword tag Self timer
Flash mode
Focus mode
Exposure compensation
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Using the optical zoom
1Use the LCD to frame your subject.
2To zoom in, turn the Zoom lever toward Telephoto 
(T). To zoom out, press it toward Wide Angle (W).
3Ta ke  t h e  p i c t u r e.
NOTE:  For focus distances, see Specifications starting on page 44.
Using digital zoom
Use digital zoom to get up to 5X magnification beyond optical zoom. (Digital zoom is 
not available in Smart Capture mode.) Press Telephoto (T) until the slider on the LCD 
is at the end of the optical zoom range. Release Telephoto (T), then press it again.
NOTE:  You may notice decreased image quality when using digital zoom.
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Using the flash
Press the Flash button repeatedly until the LCD displays the desired flash mode.
Flash modesFlash fires
AutoWhen 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).
NOTE:  (Not available in Smart Capture mode.)
Red-eye 
Reduction 
Choose a setting 
in the Setup 
menu, page 32.Preflash The flash fires before the picture is taken to reduce the chance 
of red-eye.
Digital 
CorrectionThe camera digitally corrects red-eye after a picture is taken. 
(Processing time after taking a picture may increase.)
NOTE:  When using digital correction, image processing takes longer 
than when using preflash.
OffNever
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Using different modes
Press the Mode button, then   until the LCD displays the mode that best suits 
your subjects and surroundings, 
then press OK.
Use this modeFor
Smart 
CaptureGeneral picture taking—it offers excellent image quality and ease 
of use. 
■Faces get focus and exposure priority.
■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.
■3:2 (the best choice when making 4 x 6 prints)
■16:9 (wide screen)
■4:3 (the default setting)
 ProgramAdvanced picture taking—allows more access to manual settings 
than Smart Capture.
ScenePoint-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures in practically any 
situation. (See page 10.)
VideoCapturing video with sound. 
Audio can be heard when the video is 
played on a computer or when the camera is connected to a TV 
(see 
page 5.)
view single picture.
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Using Scene (SCN) modes
Choose a Scene mode—for great pictures in practically any situation.
1Press the Mode button, then   until the LCD displays SCN, 
then press OK.
2Press     to view scene mode descriptions.
If the mode description turns off before you finish reading it, press OK.
3Press OK to choose a Scene mode.
SCN mode For
PortraitFull-frame portraits of people. 
SportAction pictures.
Blur ReductionReducing blur caused by camera shake or subject motion.
LandscapeDistant scenes.
High ISOPeople indoors, in low-light scenes.
Close-upClose range. Use available light instead of flash, if possible.
FlowerClose-ups of flowers or other small subjects in bright light.
SunsetSubjects at dusk.
BacklightSubjects that are in shadow or “backlit.”
Candle LightSubjects illuminated by candle light.
ChildrenAction pictures of children in bright light.
Manner/
Museum Quiet occasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash is off. For best results, 
place the camera on a steady surface or tripod.
TextDocuments. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or 
tripod.
BeachBright beach scenes.
SnowBright snow scenes.
FireworksFireworks. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or 
tripod.
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Using shortcuts
Your camera has a clean, uncluttered interface. For quick access to the most popular 
capture and review functions: 
1Press the Info   button. 
The shortcuts appear. To hide the shortcuts again, press  .
2Press   to access functions like Exposure Compensation, Self-timer, and Auto 
focus. (You’ll see different functions in different modes.)
3Press   to choose a setting.
Self-PortraitClose-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.
Night PortraitReduces red eye of people in night scenes or low-light conditions. 
Night Landscape  Distant scenery at night. Flash does not fire.
Panning Shot  Emphasizing horizontal motion, with a sharp subject and blurred 
background.
SCN mode For
Press to 
show/hide 
shortcuts.
Shortcuts
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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. For best results, place the camera on a tripod or steady surface. 
You can turn on the self-timer using a shortcut (see page 11) or these steps:
1Press the Menu   button. Press  to choose Self-timer, then press OK.
2Press  to choose a Self-timer setting:
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.
2 Picture Timer— The first picture is taken after a 10-second delay. A 
second picture is taken 8 seconds later.
3Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button halfway, then completely down.
The camera takes the picture/pictures after the delay.
To take a video after a 2- or 10-second delay, use the same procedure but press the 
Shutter button completely down.
Using burst
Use the burst feature to take up to 3 pictures in rapid succession. You can turn on 
burst using a shortcut (see page 11) or these steps:
1Press the Menu   button. 
2Press to choose Self-timer/Burst, then press   to choose Burst On. 
3Press the Menu   button.
4Compose the scene. Press the Shutter button halfway, then completely down 
and hold it.
The camera stops taking pictures when you release the Shutter button, when pictures 
are taken, or when there is no more storage space. Burst is unavailable in some modes.
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3Sharing and tagging pictures
Sharing through social networks
It’s never been easier to share pictures on your favorite social networking sites.
IMPORTANT: 
To use the camera’s social networking features, you need to download 
KODAK Software. (See page 34.)
1Press the Review  button, then   to find a picture.
2Press the Share button.
If it’s your first time, a Help screen appears.
3Press   to choose a social networking site, then press OK.
A check mark appears. Repeat this step to choose more sites. (Press OK again to clear a 
check mark.)
4Press   to choose Done, then press OK.
The picture is displayed with the Share icon. When you transfer the picture to your 
computer, it will be sent to the networking site(s) that you chose.
Tip: Do you send pictures to the same sites each time?
Find a picture, then press and hold the Share button for about 1 second. 
The camera applies the settings that you used previously and adds the Share icon to the 
picture.
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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.
1In Review, press the Menu   button.
2Press   to choose the Setup tab, then   to choose Share Button Settings, 
then press OK.
3Press   to choose a social networking site, then press   to choose Show or 
Hide. Repeat this step until you have chosen Show/Hide for each social network.
4When finished, press   to choose Done, then press OK.
To return to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button halfway down. When you 
are in Review and press the Share button, only chosen sites are shown.
Manage email addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames
You can add, edit, or delete email addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames on 
your camera.
1In Review, press the Share button. Press   to choose Manage Email 
Addresses (or Manage Frames), then press OK. 
2To add an email address or frame, press   to choose Add Email or Add Frame, 
then press OK. Use the on-screen keyboard to make the addition. 
(Example: [email protected])
To edit an email address or a KODAK PULSE Digital Frame, press   to choose 
the address’s nickname or the frame, then press OK. Use the on-screen keyboard 
to make edits. 
To delete an email address or frame, choose Delete Email or Delete Frame, then 
press OK. Press   to choose the address or frames, then press OK so that a 
check mark appears. Press   to choose Delete, then press OK.
3When finished, press   to choose Done, then press OK.
To return to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button halfway down.
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