Kodak C530 Users Guide

Troubleshooting
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Ready light glows 
steady red.
Transfer pictures to the computer (page 15), delete pictures from the 
camera (page 13), switch image storage locations (page 26), or insert 
a card with available memory (page 4).

Wait. Resume picture taking when the light turns green.

Change the image storage location to internal memory (page 26), or 
use a different card.
Ready light glows 
steady green.

Camera is operating normally.
If... Try one or more of the following...

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6Getting help
Helpful Web links
Software help
Click the Help button in the Kodak EasyShare software. Also, see the tutorial on the 
CD for help with connecting your camera to a computer.
Help with your camerawww.kodak.com/go/c530support 
Help with Windows operating system and 
working with digital pictureswww.kodak.com/go/pcbasics
Download the latest camera software and 
firmwarewww.kodak.com/go/c530downloads
Optimize your printer for truer, more vibrant...

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Telephone customer support
If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, have your 
device connected to your computer, and have this information available:
For the most up-to-date listings, visit: www.kodak.com/go/dfiswwcontacts

Operating system

Processor speed (MHz)

Computer model 

Amount of memory (MB)

Exact error message you received

Version of Kodak EasyShare software CD

Camera serial number
Australia1800 147...

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7Appendix
Camera specifications
For more specifications, visit www.kodak.com/go/c530support.
Kodak EasyShare C530/C315/CD50 digital camera
CCD (charge-coupled device)
CCD 1/2.5 in. CCD, 4:3 aspect ratio
Output image size 5.0 MP: 2576 x 1932 pixels
4.4 MP (3:2): 2576 x 1712 pixels
4.0 MP: 2304 x 1728 pixels
3.1 MP: 2048 x 1536 pixels
2.1 MP: 1664 x 1248 pixels 
1.1 MP: 1216 x 912 pixels 
Displays
Color display 1.5 in. (3.8 cm) color Transmissive LCD, 557 x 234 (130 K) pixels...

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Exposure compensation +/-2.0 EV with 0.5 EV step
Shutter speed Mechanical with CCD electrical 
Auto: 1/2 - 1/1618 sec. 
ISO speed Auto: 100 to 200
Flash
Electronic flash Guide no. 9 (@ ISO 100)
Auto flash with pre-flash
Working range: 1.0 - 2.4 m @ ISO 140
Flash modes Auto, Fill, Red-eye, Off
Capture
Capture modes Auto, Video
Video capture QVGA (320 x 240) @ 20 fps
Image file format Still: EXIF 2.21 (JPEG compression)
Image storage Optional SD/MMC Card 
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Storage capacities
Actual storage capacity varies depending on subject composition, card brand, and 
other factors. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos. Favorites 
take up additional space in internal memory.
Power
2 Kodak oxy-alkaline digital camera batteries AA ZR6 (non-rechargeable); 2-AA lithium digital 
camera batteries; 2 Kodak Ni-MH rechargeable digital camera batteries AA; 1 Kodak lithium 
digital camera battery CRV3 (non-rechargeable); 1...

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Picture storage capacity
Video storage capacity
NOTE: If you are using a 1 GB or larger memory card, video recording may stop 
automatically after 58 mins. Press the Shutter button to start a new video file.
Number of pictures 
5.0 MP4.4 MP 
(3:2)4.0 MP3.1 MP2.1 MP1.1 MP
16 MB internal memory13 15 16 20 29 49
16 MB SD/MMC14 16 17 22 31 52
32 MB SD/MMC30 34 37 46 67 110
64 MB SD/MMC61 69 75 93 134 221
128 MB SD/MMC127 142 156 193 277 455
256 MB SD/MMC251 280 308 380...

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Power-saving features
Important safety instructions
Using this product

Read and follow these instructions before using Kodak products. Always follow 
basic safety procedures.

Use only a USB-certified computer. Contact your computer manufacturer if you 
have questions.

The use of an accessory attachment that is not recommended by Kodak, such as an 
AC adapter, may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions...

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Battery safety and handling
CAUTION:
When removing batteries, allow them to cool first; batteries may 
be hot.

Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery 
manufacturer.

Use only batteries that are approved for this product.

Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, a battery 
may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak.

Do not disassemble,...

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Battery information
Battery life for Kodak C-series digital cameras
Use the following batteries. Actual battery life may vary based on usage.
We do not recommend or support alkaline batteries. For acceptable battery 
life, and to make sure your camera operates dependably, use the replacement 
batteries listed above.
Extending battery life

Limit the following activities that quickly deplete battery power:
– Reviewing your pictures on the LCD screen (see page 8)
– Using...