Kodak Dx7590 Users Guide
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Transferring and printing pictures www.kodak.com/go/support 53 Connecting the camera to the printer 1Turn off the camera and printer. 2Optional: If you have a Kodak 5-volt AC adapter (optional accessory), plug it into the camera and into an electrical outlet. IMPORTANT: Do not use the AC adapter included with the Kodak EasyShare camera dock or printer dock to power your camera. 3Using the USB cable that came with your camera, connect the camera to the printer. (See your printer user’s guide for details.) Printing pictures 1Turn on the printer. Turn the camera Mode dial to Auto. The PictBridge logo is displayed, followed by the current picture and menu. (If no pictures are found, a message is displayed.) If the menu interface turns off, press any button to redisplay it. 2Move the Joystick to choose a printing option, then press the OK button. NOTE: During direct printing, pictures are not permanently transferred or saved to the computer or printer. To transfer pictures to your computer, see page 51. If you turned the Mode dial to Favorites, the current favorite picture is displayed. Disconnecting the camera from the printer 1Turn off the camera and printer. 2Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer. Current PicturePress to choose a picture. Choose the number of copies. Tagged PicturesIf your printer is capable, print pictures that you tagged for printing (see page 47) and choose a print size. Index PrintPrint thumbnails of all pictures. This requires one or more sheets of paper. If the printer is capable, choose a print size. All PicturesPrint all pictures in internal memory, on a card, or in Favorites. Choose the number of copies. Image StorageAccess internal memory, a card, or Favorites. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
54www.kodak.com/go/support 7Troubleshooting When you have questions about your camera, start here. Additional technical information is available in the ReadMe file located on the Kodak EasyShare software CD. For updates to Troubleshooting information, see www.kodak.com/go/dx7590support. Camera problems If...Try one or more of the following Camera does not turn on ■Remove battery and verify that it’s the correct type, then reinsert it. ■Insert a charged battery. ■Place the camera on a Kodak EasyShare camera or printer dock (sold separately), then try again. ■Connect the camera to a Kodak 5-volt AC adapter (sold separately), then try again. See page 2 for more battery information. Camera does not turn off and the lens does not retract Camera buttons and controls do not function Lens does not extend when camera turns on or does not retract ■Confirm that the battery in camera is charged. ■Turn camera on and off again. ■If problem still exists, get help (see page 59). EVF/LCD screen is black or does not turn on ■Remove the lens cap. ■Push the EVF/LCD toggle button to change display. In Review, a blue or black screen is displayed instead of a picture ■Transfer the picture to the computer. ■Tr a n s f e r all pictures to the computer (see page 51). ■Take another picture. If problem still continues try internal memory and/or another memory card. Pictures remaining number does not decrease after taking a picture ■Continue taking pictures. The camera is operating normally. (The camera estimates the number of pictures remaining after each picture is taken, based on picture size and content.) Picture orientation is not accurate ■Set the Orientation Sensor to ON (page 31). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
Troubleshooting www.kodak.com/go/support 55 Flash does not fire■Open the flash unit (page 20). ■Check the flash setting and change as needed (page 20). Storage location is almost or entirely full ■Transfer pictures to the computer (page 51). ■Delete pictures from the card or insert a new one (page 7). ■Change image storage location to internal memory (page 29). Battery life is short ■Wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth (page 64) before inserting a battery in the camera. ■Insert a charged battery (page 2). You cannot take a picture ■Turn the camera off, then on again. ■Depress shutter button all the way (page 8). ■Insert a charged battery (page 2). ■Wait until the AF/AE indicator turns green before attempting to take another picture. ■Memory full. Transfer pictures to the computer (page 51), delete pictures from the camera (page 39) or card, change image storage location, or insert a new card. Error message appears on EVF/LCD screen ■Tu r n t h e c a m e r a o f f. ■Remove memory card from the camera. ■Remove the battery and wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth (page 64). ■Reinstall the battery. ■Turn on the camera. ■If all else fails, get customer support help (see page 60). Memory card not recognized or camera freezes with card. ■Card may be corrupted. Format card in camera (see page 7). ■Use another memory card. If...Try one or more of the following Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
Troubleshooting 56www.kodak.com/go/support Computer/connectivity problems Picture quality problems If...Try one or more of the following Computer does not communicate with the camera ■Turn on the camera. ■Insert a charged battery (page 2). ■Make sure USB cable is securely connected on camera and computer port (page 51). ■Make sure the EasyShare software is installed (page 44). Pictures do not transfer to computer ■Click the Help button in the EasyShare software. Slide Show does not run on an external video device ■Adjust the camera Video Out setting (NTSC or PAL, page 31). ■Make sure the external device settings are correct (see the device’s user’s guide). If...Try one or more of the following Picture is too dark or underexposed ■Reposition camera for more available light. ■Use Fill flash (page 20) or change your position so light is not behind the subject. ■Move so that the distance between you and the subject is within the effective flash range (page 20). ■To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button halfway and hold. When the AF/AE indicator turns green, press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. ■Use P mode to adjust the Exposure and Flash Compensations (page 19). ■Use P mode (page 19) and Selectable Zone (see Focus Zone on page 28). Picture is too light ■Reposition camera to reduce the amount of available light. ■Turn flash off (page 20). ■Move so that the distance between you and the subject is within the effective flash range (page 20). ■To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button halfway and hold. When the AF/AE indicator turns green, press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. ■Use P mode to adjust the Exposure and Flash Compensations (page 19). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
Troubleshooting www.kodak.com/go/support 57 Power-ring-light status Picture is not clear■To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button halfway and hold. When the AF/AE indicator turns green, press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture. ■Clean the lens (page 64). ■Make sure camera is not in Close-up mode if you are more than 21 in. (0.7 m) from your subject. ■Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod, especially in high-zoom settings or in low light. Status Cause Power ring does not turn on and the camera does not work. ■Turn on the camera. ■Recharge the battery or install a new one (page 2). ■Turn Mode dial off, then back on. Power ring glows steady green. ■Camera is on and ready to take a picture or video. Power ring glows steady amber. ■Camera is in Favorite mode. ■Camera firmware update is in process. ■Camera is connected to computer, USB connection is active. ■Date and time set with lens retracted. Power ring blinks green. ■Camera turned off while picture is being processed and saved. Camera operating normally. Processing is completed before power off. ■Do not remove the card while the light is blinking. ■Camera operating normally at power up. Take pictures when the blinking stops. ■Camera operating normally during connect mode to computer. Power ring blinks amber. ■Battery is low or exhausted. Recharge the battery (page 2). ■Internal camera temperature is too high. Turn the camera off for several minutes; then turn it back on. If the condition continues, get help (page 60). If...Try one or more of the following Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
Troubleshooting 58www.kodak.com/go/support Direct printing problems Still having problems? Visit www.kodak.com/go/dx7590support, or see Chapter 8, Getting help. For Direct printing issues, contact the printer manufacturer. Status CauseSolution Cannot locate desired picture.The Mode dial is set to Favorites.Turn the Mode dial to Auto. Camera is accessing a card or internal memory.Use the Direct print menu to change the image storage location. The Direct print menu interface turns off.The menu interface has timed out. Press any button to redisplay it. Cannot print pictures. There is a connection issue.Ensure that there is a connection between camera and printer (page 53). There is a power issue. Ensure the printer and camera have power (page 53). Camera or printer display an error message.There is a camera or printer issue.Follow the prompts to resolve the issue. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
www.kodak.com/go/support 59 8Getting help Helpful links Camera Software Other Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting information, etc.)www.kodak.com/go/dx7590support Purchase camera accessories (camera docks, printer docks, lenses, cards, etc.)www.kodak.com/go/dx7590accessories Download the latest camera software and firmwarewww.kodak.com/go/dx7590downloads See online demonstrations of your camerawww.kodak.com/go/howto Get information on Kodak EasyShare softwarewww.kodak.com/go/easysharesw or click the Help button in the EasyShare software Help with Windows operating system and working with digital pictureswww.kodak.com/go/pcbasics Get support for cameras, software, accessories, morewww.kodak.com/go/support Get information on Kodak EasyShare printer dockswww.kodak.com/go/printerdocks Get information on Kodak inkjet productswww.kodak.com/go/inkjet Optimize your printer for truer, more vibrant colorswww.kodak.com/go/onetouch Register your camerawww.kodak.com/go/register Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
Getting help 60www.kodak.com/go/support Telephone customer support If you have questions concerning the operation of the software or camera, you may speak with a customer support representative. Before you call Have the camera, camera dock, or printer dock connected to your computer. Be at your computer, and have the following information available: For the most up-to-date listings, visit: http://www.kodak.com/US/en/digital/contacts/DAIInternationalContacts.shtml ■Computer model ■Operating system ■Processor type and speed (MHz) ■Amount of memory (MB) ■Amount of free hard disk space ■Camera serial number ■Version of Kodak EasyShare software ■Exact error message you received Australia 1800 147 701Korea 00798 631 0024 Austria 0179 567 357Netherlands 020 346 9372 Belgium 02 713 14 45New Zealand 0800 440 786 Brazil 0800 150000Norway 23 16 21 33 Canada 1 800 465 6325Philippines/ Metro Manila only1 800 1 888 9600 632 6369600 China 800 820 6027Portugal 021 415 4125 Denmark 3 848 71 30Singapore 800 6363 036 Indonesia 001 803 631 0010Spain 91 749 76 53 Ireland 01 407 3054Sweden 08 587 704 21 Finland 0800 1 17056Switzerland 01 838 53 51 France 01 55 1740 77Taiwan 0800 096 868 Germany 069 5007 0035Thailand 001 800 631 0017 Greece 00800 441 25605United Kingdom 0870 243 0270 Hong Kong 800 901 514United States 1 800 235 6325 India 91 22 617 5823Outside the United States 585 726 7260 Italy 02 696 33452International Toll Line +44 131 458 6714 Japan 03 5540 9002International Toll Fax +44 131 458 6962 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
www.kodak.com/go/support 61 9Appendix Camera specifications For more specifications, visit www.kodak.com/go/dx7590support. Kodak EasyShare DX7590 zoom digital camera CCD (charge-coupled device) CCD 1/2.5 in. CCD, 4:3 aspect ratio Output image size (picture size)2576 x 1932 (5.0 M) pixels 2576 x 1716 (4.4 M) pixels 2304 x 1728 (4.0 M) pixels 2048 x 1536 (3.1 M) pixels 1552 x 1164 (1.8 M) pixels Display Color LCD Hybrid high-resolution display 2.2 in. (55.9 mm); 640 x 240 (153K) pixels Color Viewfinder— Electronic (EVF)LCD and EVF not simultaneous; 0.26 in. (6.5 mm), (311k) pixels. Preview (LCD/EVF) Frame rate: 30 fps Lens Taking lens 10X optical zoom lens, f/2.8–f/3.7, 38–380 mm (35 mm equivalent) Focus system Hybrid AF External Passive Sensor; Multi-, Center-, or Selectable-Zones. Continuous AF in movie and preview modes. Working range: Standard wide: 2.0 ft (0.6 m) to infinity Standard tele: 6.6 ft (2.0 m) to infinity Close-up wide: 4.7 to 27.6 in. (0.12 to 0.7 cm) Close-up tele: 3.9 to 6.9 ft (1.2 to 2.1 m) Wide and tele infinity: 65.6 ft (20 m) to infinity Digital zoom 3.0X continuous advanced zoom, 0.2X increments that starts at 10X optical zoom (LCD display mode) Optical zoom 10X, 38–380 mm (35 mm equivalent); F= 6.32–63.2 mm actual Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals
Appendix 62www.kodak.com/go/support Accessory lens threadYes (inside lens ring) Lens barrier Lens cap Exposure Exposure metering TTL–AE with program modes; Multi-Pattern AE, Center-Weight AE, Center-Spot AE Exposure range AE range: EV 5.3 to 16.0 (@ wide) Full range: EV 0 to 16.0 (@ wide) Exposure mode Programmed AE mode: Auto, P, A, S, M, and C, Scene modes. Aperture Priority AE: f/2.8–f/8 @ wide Shutter Priority AE: 16–1/1000 sec. @ wide Full Manual Exposure (Noise Reduction: subtraction of black image @ >0.7 sec.) Exposure Compensation: +2.0 EV with 1/3 EV step Shutter speed Mechanical shutter with CCD electrical. Auto 16–1/1700 sec., Manual 16–1/1000 sec. ISO speed Auto: 80,100, 200, 400, and 800 (800 @ 1.8 MP) Selectable: P, A, S, M, and C Mode Flash Electronic flash Guide no. 12 @ ISO 140; auto flash with photo sensor Working range: Wide: 2–16.1 ft (0.6–4.9 m) @ ISO 140 Tele: 6.6–12.1 ft (2.0–3.7 m) @ ISO 140 Flash modes Auto, Fill, Red-eye, Off External flash sync Yes, 500-volts maximum Capture Capture modes Auto, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, Custom, Sport, Portrait, Scenes (14), Burst, Video Jog dial Used to adjust Exposure Compensation, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, ISO, Flash Compensation, Full Manual Exposure. Burst mode First Burst 5 pictures; Last Burst 4 pictures; both @ 2.0 fps (AE, AF, AWB executed for first shot only.) Still image buffer 32 MB internal memory Kodak EasyShare DX7590 zoom digital camera Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Kodak Manuals