Kodak C143 Users Guide

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Creating a slide show .................................................................................. 24
Displaying pictures/videos on a television..................................................... 25
Using the menu button in review ................................................................. 26
Cropping...

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1Setting up your camera
Attaching the strap
Loading the AA batteries
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Turning on the camera
Setting the language and date/time
NOTE:  To change language in the future, use the Setup Menu (see page 33).
to change current field.
for previous/next field.
OKto accept. At the prompt, press OK.to change.
OKto accept. Language:
Date/Time:  

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Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC Card
Your camera has internal memory. We recommend purchasing an SD or SDHC Card to 
conveniently store more pictures/videos.
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.
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2Taking pictures/videos
Taking pictures
To get clear, focused pictures:
1The 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 mode  , then press OK.)
2Compose the picture.
3Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and 
set exposure. When the framing marks turn green, 
press the Shutter button completely down.
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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 19.
Reviewing the picture/video just taken
After you take a picture/video, the LCD briefly displays the picture or the first frame of 
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Understanding the picture-taking icons
* For more about shortcuts, see page 11.
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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Using the optical zoom
1Use the LCD to frame your subject.
2To zoom in, turn the Zoom lever toward Telephoto 
(T). To zoom out, turn 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 45.
Using digital zoom
Use digital zoom to get up to 5X magnification beyond optical zoom. (Digital zoom is 
not available in Smart Capture mode.)...

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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.
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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...