Kodak M550_xUG_GLB_en.pdf

KODAK EASYSHARE M550Digital Camera

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Product features

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Front view

IMPORTANT: Your camera of

Microphone

Flash

Self-timer/Video Recording lightort i

fers a built-in Help system. See page 41.

Lens Speaker

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Product features

Back view


Wide Angle/Telephoto button

Tripod s

LCD

USB port

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OK,

Battery compartment, SD/SDHC Card slot

Strap post

ocket

Share button,


Table of contents 11 Setting up your camera .........................................................................1

Attaching the strap .......................................................................................1Loading the KLIC-7006 battery......................................................................1Charging the battery .....................................................................................2Turning on the camera ..................................................................................4Setting the language and date/time............................................................... 4Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC Card...........................................5

2 Taking pictures/videos ...........................................................................6Taking pictures.............................................................................................. 6Taking a video ..............Adjusting LCD brightnesUnderstanding the pictuKnow when your batteryUsing the optical zoom..Using the flash..............Using different modes ..Using shortcuts .............Using the self-timer......Using burst ...................Taking panoramic pictur

3 Sharing and tagging picSharing pictures throughTagging pictures ...........Marking pictures/videos

4 Reviewing and editing Reviewing pictures/videoDeleting pictures/videosViewing pictures/videos A smarter way to find anort iii

................................................................................ 7s ..............................................................................8re-taking icons..........................................................8 needs charging ....................................................... 8................................................................................9..............................................................................10...............................................................................11..............................................................................13...............................................................................14..............................................................................14es...........................................................................15

tures ..............................................................16 social networks.....................................................16..............................................................................18 for emailing ...........................................................20

.........................................................................21s ...........................................................................21..............................................................................22in different ways.....................................................23d enjoy your pictures..............................................24

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Table of contents

Understanding the review icons...................................................................25Creating a multimedia slide show................................................................26Using the menu button in review.................................................................28Cropping pictures........................................................................................28Editing videos .............................................................................................29Selecting multiple pictures/videos ................................................................30Copying pictures/videos...............................................................................30

5 Doing more with your camera .............................................................31Using the menu button to change settings...................................................31

6 Transferring, printing pictures .............................................................37Transferring pictures to your computer.........................................................37Printing pictures............Marking your pictures fo

7 Troubleshooting .........Getting help from your cTroubleshooting ............Getting help on the Web

8 Appendix ....................Camera specifications ..Care and maintenance .Upgrading your softwareStorage capacities ........Important safety instructBattery replacement, baLimited warranty ..........Regulatory compliance ..www.kodak.com/go/support

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.........................................................................41amera ....................................................................41..............................................................................42.............................................................................46

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...............................................................................49 and firmware........................................................50

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1 Setting up your cameraAttaching the strap

Loading the KLIC

Purchase extra batteries

Charge the battery

Know when your battery neort 1

-7006 battery

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see page 2

eds charging see page 8

2Setting up your camera

Charging the battery

Using the in-camera battery chargerCharge the battery whenever necessary.

If your package included Then see

An in-camera battery charger Using the in-camera battery charger

An external battery charger Using the external battery charger


Know when your battery n

Battery Charging light: Blinking: charging Steady: fin

Turn OFF the cam1

Connect a KODAMicro B / 5-Pin. (with this camera

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eeds charging see page 8

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se the camera while its plugged in.

Your adapter may differ.

Setting up your camera


Using the external battery chargerCharge the battery whenever necessary.


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eeds charging see page 8

Battery Charging light: Orange: charging Green: finished charging

4Setting up your camera

Turning on the camera

Setting the language and date/time

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ture, use the Setup menu (see page 36).

to change current field.for previous/next field.

OK to accept.

At the prompt, press OK.

to change.OK to accept.

Language:

Date/Time:

Setting up your camera


Storing pictures on an optional SD or SDHC CardYour 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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1 Turn off the camera.

2 Push the card unit clicks.

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62 Taking pictures/videosTaking pictures

To get clear, focused pictures:

1 The camera turns on in Smart Capture mode. (If its in a different mode, press the Mode button, then until the LCD displays Smart Capture mode , then press OK.)

2 Compose the picture.

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3 Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down.

rksFraming marks indicate the camera focus area.

1 Press the Shutter button halfway.If the camera is not focusing on the desired subject, release the Shutter button and recompose the scene.

2 Press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture.

NOTE: Multiple framing marks may appear when faces are detected.


Taking pictures/videos


Taking a video1 Press the Mode button, then until the LCD

displays Video , then press OK.

2 Press 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 21.

Reviewing the pictureAfter you take a picture/videoa video. (To take new picture

To review pictures/videos anyort 7

/video just taken, the LCD briefly displays the picture or the first frame of s/videos sooner, press the Shutter button halfway.)

time, see page 21.

Delete the current picture/video

OK Play/pause a video

Adjust volume

While a picture/video is displayed, you may:

8Taking pictures/videos

Adjusting LCD brightnessTo adjust the LCD brightness for your environment, see page 35.

Understanding the picture-taking icons

Know when your The battery level icon works lbattery requires your attentiodisplayed. See page 13.)

Charge the battery whenever

Purchase extra ba

Charge the batter

Capture mode Pictures/time remaining

Zoom indicator

Keyword tag

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Focus mode

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Battery level



Using the optical zoom1 Use the LCD to frame your subject.

2 To zoom in, press Telephoto (T).

To zoom out, press Wide Angle (W).

3 Take the picture.NOTE: For focus distances, see Specifications starting on page 47.

Using digital zoomUse digital zoom to get up tonot available in Smart Capturis at the end of the optical zo

NOTE: You may notice decreased imort 9

5X magnification beyond optical zoom. (Digital zoom is e mode.) Press Telephoto (T) until the slider on the LCD om range. Release Telephoto (T), then press it again.

age quality when using digital zoom.

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Using the flash

Flash modes Flash fires

Auto When the lighting conditions require it.

Fill (Flash On) Eco(w

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Red-eye Reduction Choose a setting in the Setup menu, see page 35.

Preflash Ata

Digital Correction

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very time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting nditions. Use when the subject is in shadow or is backlit hen the light is behind the subject).

OTE: (Not available in Smart Capture mode.)

preflash fires, shrinking the eye pupil, before the picture is ken.

preflash does not fire; the camera corrects red eye.

OTE: When using digital correction, image processing takes longer than when using preflash.

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Using different modesPress the Mode button, then until the LCD displays the mode that best suits your subjects and surroundings, then press OK.

Use this mode For

Smart Capture

General picture takingit offers excellent image quality and ease of us

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Scene Pointsitua

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aces get focus and exposure priority.he scene is analyzed for other content and for lighting.can choose the best picture size and aspect ratio for your sjust press the Menu button and choose Picture Size.

:2 (the best choice when making 4 x 6 prints)6:9 (wide screen):3 (the default setting)

nced picture takingallows access to manual settings.

-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures in practically any tion. (See page 12.)

uring video with sound. (See page 7.)

single picture.

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Using Scene (SCN) modesChoose a Scene modefor great pictures in practically any situation.

1 Press the Mode button, then until the LCD displays SCN, then press OK.

2 Press to view scene mode descriptions.

3 Press OK (or let the description turn off) to enter the highlighted Scene mode.The camera is now in the highlighted scene mode. To read a mode description after it has turned off, press OK to see it again.

SCN mode For

Portrait Full-frame portraits of people.

Sport Action p

Blur Reduction Reducin

Panorama L-R, R-L Stitchi

Landscape Distant

High ISO People

Close-up Close ra

Flower Close-u

Sunset Subject

Backlight Subject

Candle Light Subject

Children Action p

Manner/Museum

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ictures.

g blur caused by camera shake or subject motion.

ng 2 or 3 pictures into 1 panoramic scene. (See page 15.)

scenes.

indoors, in low-light scenes.

nge. Use available light instead of flash, if possible.

ps of flowers or other small subjects in bright light.

s at dusk.

s that are in shadow or backlit.

s illuminated by candle light.

ictures of children in bright light.

ccasions, like a wedding or lecture. Flash and sound are . For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or

nts. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or

each scenes.



Using shortcutsYour camera has a clean, unccapture and review functions

1 Press the Info button. The shortcuts appear. To hid

2 Press to access functfocus. (Youll see different

3 Press to choose a s

Snow Bright snow scenes.

Fireworks Fireworks. For best results, place the camera on a steady surface or tripod.

Self-Portrait Close-ups of yourself. Assures proper focus and minimizes red eye.

Night Portrait Reduces 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

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luttered interface. For quick access to the most popular :

e the shortcuts again, press .

ions like Exposure Compensation, Self-timer, and Auto functions in different modes.)

etting.

Press to show/hide shortcuts.

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Using the self-timerUse 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 13) or these steps:

1 Press the Menu button. Press to choose Self-timer/Burst, then press OK.

2 Press to choose a Self-timer setting:

10 Seconds A picture is taken after a 10-second delay.

2 Seconds A picture is taken after a 2-second delay.

2 Picture Timersecond picture is taken 8

3 Compose the scene. PressThe camera takes the pictur

To take a video after a 2- or 1Shutter button completely d

Using burstUse the burst feature to takeburst using a shortcut (see pa

1 Press the Menu butto

2 Press to choose Se


4 Compose the scene. Pressand hold it.The camera stops taking picare taken, or when there is

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The first picture is taken after a 10-second delay. A seconds later.

the Shutter button halfway, then completely down.e/pictures after the delay.

0-second delay, use the same procedure but press the own.

up to 3 pictures in rapid succession. You can turn on ge 13) or these steps:

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lf-timer/Burst, then press to choose Burst On.

n.

the Shutter button halfway, then completely down

tures when you release the Shutter button, when pictures no more storage space. Burst is unavailable in some modes.



Taking panoramic picturesUse panorama to stitch up to 3 pictures into a panoramic scene.

NOTE: Only the panoramic picture is saved; individual pictures are not. (Exposure and white balance are set with the first picture. The flash is set to Off.)

1 Press the Mode button, then until the LCD displays SCN, then press OK.

2 Press to choose Panorama Left-Right or Panorama Right-Left (depending on the direction you want to pan), then press OK.

3 Take the first picture.After a quickview, the LCD displays the liveview and an overlay from the first picture. (You can press the Delete button to re-take the first or second picture.)

4 Compose the second pictusame portion in the new p

5 If you are taking/stitchingAfter you take 3 pictures, th

NOTE: To use the self-timer 10-seco

Take 2 or 3 pictures.

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re. Make the overlay from the first picture cover the icture.

only 2 pictures, press OK to stitch them together.

e pictures are automatically stitched together.

nd or 2-second setting, see page 14.

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3 Sharing and tagging picturesSharing pictures through social networksIts never been easier to share your pictures on your favorite social networking sites.

IMPORTANT: To use the cameras social networking features, you need to download KODAK Software. (See page 37.)

1 Press the Review button, then to find a picture.

2 Press the Share button.If its your first time, a Help

3 Press to choose a sA check mark appears. Repea check mark.)

4 Press to choose DoThe picture is displayed withcomputer, it will be sent to

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screen appears.

ocial networking site, then press OK.

at this step to choose more sites. (Press OK again to remove

ne, then press OK.

the Share icon. When you transfer the picture to your the networking site(s) that you chose.

to the same sites each time? hold the Share button for about 1 second.

s that you used previously and adds the Share icon to the

Sharing and tagging pictures


Choose which social networking sites to display on your cameraYou can show/hide social networking sites on your camera so that only your favorite sites appear.

1 In Review, press the Menu button.

2 Press to choose the Setup tab, then to choose Share Button Settings, then press OK.

3 Press 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.

4 When 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

Manage email addresYou can add, edit, or delete eyour camera.

1 In Review, press the ShareAddresses (or Manage Fra

2 To add an email address othen press OK. Use the on(Example: JohnDoe@dom

To edit an email address othe addresss nickname (on-screen keyboard to ma

To delete an email addrespress OK. Press to check mark appears. Press

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Share button, only chosen sites are shown.

ses and KODAK PULSE Digital Framesmail addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames on

button. Press to choose Manage Email mes), then press OK.

r frame, press to choose Add Email or Add Frame, -screen keyboard to make the addition. ain.com)

r a KODAK PULSE Digital Frame, press to choose Dad or Mary) or the frame, then press OK. Use the ke edits.

s or frame, choose Delete Email or Delete Frame, then choose the address or frames, then press OK so that a to choose Delete, then press OK.

to choose Done, then press OK.

ode, press the Shutter button halfway down.

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Tagging picturesTag pictures to make them easy to find, later. You can tag pictures in 2 ways:

People, and then find all pictures of Mary.

Keywords, and then find all pictures from Dads 60th Birthday.

Tagging peopleWhen you tag faces, your camera learns to recognize people by name. Then it matches names and faces in pictures youve taken and those you take in the future.

1 Press the Review button, then to find a picture that contains faces.

2 Press the Menu button. Press to choose Tag People, then press OK.

3 Press to choose Ap

4 Press to choose anUsing the keyboard, page

If more than one face is detface. To resolve an incorrectthen press OK.

5 If prompted to Update PeoOther pictures are scanned Press to add names toDone, then press OK. To rethalfway down.

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ply Tags, then press OK.

existing name, or New Name to add a new one (see 20), then press OK.

ected, a name or question mark is assigned to each detected name or a question mark, press to select a face,

ple Tags, press to choose Yes, then press OK.

and updated with the name(s) you applied here. other pictures. When finished, press to choose urn to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button

detected? s too distant, or if the contrast between face and en the camera might not detect the face.



Need to update a name?

If you meet a new friendJamesbut you already have pictures tagged with your old friend, James, you can:

Tag the new James with James Smith and/or

Update the old James to James Monroe

Heres how:

1 Press the Review button.

2 Press the Menu button. Press to choose Tag People, then press OK.

3 Press to choose Modify Names List, then press OK.

4 Press to choose the

5 Edit the name, press To return to picture-taking m

Tip: You can have up to 20 a

Tagging with keywor1 Press the Review but


3 Press to choose ankeyboard, page 20) to add

4 Press to add keywordchoose Done, then press O

To return to picture-taking m

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name you want to modify, then press OK.

to choose OK, then press OK.


ctive names.

dston, then to find a picture to tag.

n. Press to choose Keyword Tag, then press OK.

existing keyword, or New Keyword (See Using the a new one, then press OK.

s to other pictures. When finished, press to K.


g so that new pictures are assigned that tag (see

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Using the keyboardThe keyboard appears when you need to add names or keywords.

1 Press to highlight a letter, then press OK.

2 When finished, press to choose OK, then press OK.

3 If youve added a new name, the camera prompts you to update all faces to match assigned names. Choose Yes, then press OK.

The name is assigned to all faces that match this one.

Tip: Heres another way to update pictures so that faces are matched to names:



3 Press to choose Up

Marking picturesIts simple to mark pictures soyour computer. First, create a

1 Press the Review but

2 Press the Share button.

3 Press to choose Em

4 Press to find an em

To mark other pictures/vid

To send the pictures/video

To return to picture-taking m

When you transfer the markedyou to send the pictures/vide

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n. Press to choose Tag People, then press OK.

date People Tags, then press OK.

/videos for emailing that theyre ready to email when you transfer them to

new email address. (See Using the keyboard.)

ton. Press to find a picture.

ail, then press OK.

ail address, then press OK.

eos with the same address, press , then press OK.

s to more than one address, repeat step 4.


pictures/videos to your computer, the software prompts os.



4 Reviewing and editingReviewing pictures/videos


2 Press for previous/next picture/video.

To exit, press the Review button or press the Shutter button halfway down.

To view pictures/videos as thumbnails, press the

Find your pictures like a pSee A smarter way to find a

Playing a videoPress OK to play/pause/resum

4X 4X1X2X 2XPlayback speedort 21

Wide Angle (W) button. (See page 23.)

ro... nd enjoy your pictures on page 24.

e a video. During playback:

Press to adjust the volume.

Press to play at 2X speed; press again for 4X.

Press to reverse at 2X speed; press again for 4X.

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Reviewing and editing

Deleting pictures/videos1 Press the Review button.

2 Press for previous/next picture/video.

3 Press the Delete button.

4 Follow the screen prompts.NOTE: To delete protected pictures/videos, remove protection before deleting. (See Protecting

pictures/videos from deletion, page 22.)

Using the undo delete picture featureIf you accidentally delete a picture, you may be able to use Undo Delete to retrieve it. This feature is only available

Protecting pictures/vi1 Press the Review but


3 Press to choose Pro

4 Press to choose ProA check mark indicates thatthe check mark. Press Done, then press OK.

Press the Menu b

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immediately after you delete a picture.

deos from deletionton.

n.

tect, then press OK.

tect, then press OK.

the picture/video is protected. Clicking OK again removes to protect other pictures/videos, or press to choose

utton to exit the menu.

ory or an SD or SDHC Card deletes all (including s. (Formatting internal memory also deletes

word tags.)



Viewing pictures/videos in different waysMagnifying a picture

1 Press the Review button.The camera shows the last picture that was taken.

2 Press Telephoto (T) to magnify 1X8X.

3 Press to view other parts of a picture.

Press OK to return to 1X.

Viewing as thumbnails1 Press the Review but

The camera shows the last

2 Press the Wide Angle (W)again to see more, smalle

To view all pictures/videos, cTo sort by favorites, date, pappropriate tab.

3 To see a single picture/vidTelephoto (T) button.

To select multiple pict

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ton.

picture that was taken.

button to view pictures/videos as thumbnails. (Press it r thumbnails.)

hoose the All tab. eople, or tagged pictures/videos, press and choose the

eo, press to choose it. Then press the

ures/videos, see page 30.

on to exit Review.

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A smarter way to find and enjoy your picturesTag picturesby people or keywordsto make them easy to find, later. For example, the camera can find all pictures that contain Mary or Dads 60th Birthday. (See Tagging people, page 18 or Tagging with keywords, page 19.)


2 Press the Wide Angle (W) button to view pictures by thumbnail (or choose View Thumbnails shortcut).

3 Press to choose a tab and sort pictures by All, Date, People, Favorite, or Keyword.

4 Press to choose a picture or picture stack.Press Telephoto (T) see pictuAngle (W) to see thumbnailthe Shutter button halfway

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res in a stack or to see an individual picture. Press Wide s or picture stacks. To return to picture-taking mode, press down.

re the cameras date/time is current (see page 34).

KeywordsFavorites



Understanding the review icons

* For more about shortcuts, s

Know when your battThe battery level icon works lbattery requires your attentiodisplayed. See page 13.)

Charge the battery whenever

Purchase extra bat

Charge the battery

Email

Favorite

Print/number of printsProtected

Picture/Video number

Upload

Video duration

Select picture/video

Text tag

Add text tag

View thumbnails

Play video

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ee page 13.

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Creating a multimedia slide showUse Multimedia Slide Show to display your pictures/videos on the LCD. You can play all pictures/videos, or select pictures to include in the slide show. You can customize your slide show to include music and your choice of transitions. You can even save a slide show.

Make a slide show that you can save1 Press the Review button. Select pictures (see page 30). If none are selected,

then all pictures are shown.

2 Press the Menu button. If the Review tab is not highlighted, press .

3 Press to choose Mu

4 Press to choose PreEach picture/video is displayslide show plays, you may s


Play a slide show loopWhen you turn on Loop, the

1 On the Multimedia Slide Spress OK.

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ltimedia Slide Show, then press OK.

view Slide Show, then press OK.

ed once. To interrupt the slide show, press OK. After the ave or modify it.fers a built-in Help system. See page 41.

slide show is continuously repeated.

how menu, press to choose Loop, then

, then press OK.

view Slide Show, then press OK.

l you press OK or until the battery is exhausted.



Displaying pictures/videos on a televisionYou can display pictures/videos on a television, computer monitor, or any device equipped with a video input. To connect the camera directly to a television, use an A/V cable (may be sold separately).

NOTE: Ensure that the Video Out seconnect or disconnect the cascreen may not be as good a

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tting (NTSC or PAL) is correct (see page 36). The slide show stops if you ble while the slide show is running. (Image quality on a television s on a computer monitor or when printed.)

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Using the menu button in review1 Press the Review button then the Menu button.

2 Press to choose a tab:

Review

Edit

Setup

3 Press to choose a setting, then press OK.

4 Choose an option, then press OK.IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 41.

Cropping picturesYou can crop a picture so tha

3 Press Telephoto (T) to shri to move the crop b

4 Follow the screen promptsThe picture is cropped. (Theagain on the camera. To rethalfway down.


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t only the desired portion of the picture remains.

1 Press the Review button, then to find a picture to crop.

2 Press the Menu button, then to choose the Edit tab. Choose Crop, then press OK.

nk the crop area or Wide (W) to stretch it. Press ox. When satisfied with the crop box, press OK.

.

original is saved.) Cropped pictures cannot be cropped urn to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button




Editing videosYou can do incredible things with your videos.

Making a picture from a videoYou can choose a single frame from a video, then make a picture suitable for a 4 x 6-inch (10 x 15 cm) print.

1 Press the Review button, then to find a video.

2 Press the Menu button, then to choose the Edit tab. Choose Make Picture, then press OK.


Trimming a videoYou can remove an unwantedportion.

Video Picture

Video Trimmed videoort 29

3 Follow the screen prompts.A picture is created. (The original video is saved.) To return to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button halfway down.


start or end from a video, saving only the desired

1 Press the Review button, then to find a video.

2 Press the Menu button, then to choose the Edit tab. Choose Trim, then press OK.

3 Follow the screen prompts.The video is trimmed. (You can save it as a new video or replace the original.) To return to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button halfway down.

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Selecting multiple pictures/videosUse the multi-select feature when you have two or more pictures to print, share, delete, protect/unprotect, tag with keyword, etc. Multi-select is used most effectively when viewing thumbnails, Viewing as thumbnails, page 23.

1 Press the Review button, then (and if youre viewing thumbnails) to find a picture/video.

2 Press OK to select pictures/videos. A check mark appears on the picture. (Press OK again to remove a check mark.) You can now print, transfer,

Copying pictures/You can copy pictures/videos to a card.

Copy pictures/videos:

1 Press the Review butmulti-select. See Selectin


3 Press to choose CoNOTE: Pictures/videos are copied, n

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delete, etc. the selected pictures.

videosfrom a card to internal memory or from internal memory

ton, then to find a picture. (You can also use g multiple pictures/videos on page 30.)

n, then to choose the Edit tab.

py, then press OK. Choose an option, then press OK.

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5 Doing more with your cameraIMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. To get the most from your

camera, see page 41.

Using the menu button to change settingsYou can change settings to get the best results from your camera.

NOTE: Some modes offer limited settings. Some settings remain until you change them; others, until you change modes or turn off the camera.


2 Press to choose a tab

Capture/Video for t

Setup for other came

3 Press to choose a s

4 Choose an option, then p

Using the capture tab

Press Menu, , , and OK to access settings

Picture SizeChoose a picture resolution. ort 31

n.

:

he most common picture- and video-taking settings

ra settings

etting, then press OK.

ress OK.

Picture-taking Options

See Camera Specifications starting on page 47.

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Doing more with your camera

Self-timer/BurstChoose Self-timer or Burst feature.

Off10 Seconds2 Seconds2 Picture TimerBurst OnPress the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure. Press the Shutter button completely down and hold it to take up to 3 pictures.

Preset Keyword TagCreate keyword names and assign them to pictures/videos. See page 19.

New KeywordDelete Keyword

Exposure CompensationMake a picture lighter or darker. (Available in Program and Panorama modes.) To access this feature with a shortcut, see page 13.

ISO SpeedControl the cameras sensitivity to light.

Long Time ExposureChoose how long the shutter stays open (normally in low-light conditions). For best results, place the camera on a tripod or steady surface.


Picture-taking Optionswww.kodak.com/go/support



None 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 8.0 seconds



Color ModeChoose color tones.Unavailable in Video mode.

High ColorNatural ColorLow ColorBlack & WhiteSepiaFor a reddish-brown, antique look.

White BalanceChoose your lighting condition. (Available in Program and Panorama modes.)

AutoAutomatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general picture taking.DaylightFor pictures in natural lighting.TungstenCorrects the orange cast of incandescent light

Focus ModeChoose a focus distance.

Focus/Exposure ZoneChoose how the camera assesses the scene for exposure and focus.


Picture-taking Optionsort 33

bulbs. Ideal for indoor pictures under tungsten or halogen lighting without flash.FluorescentCorrects the green cast of fluorescent lighting. Ideal for indoor pictures under fluorescent lighting without flash.Open ShadeFor pictures in shade in natural lighting.

AutoFor general picture-taking.MacroFor sharpness and detail in pictures at close range. Use available light instead of flash, if possible. The camera automatically sets the focus distance depending on the zoom position. InfinityFor distant subjects; auto-focus framing marks are unavailable.

Face PriorityIf faces are detected, they receive focus/exposure priority. (If faces are not detected, the camera switches to Multi-Zone.)Multi-ZoneEvaluates 5 zones to give an even picture focus. Ideal for general picture taking.Center-ZoneEvaluates the small area centered in the lens. Ideal for focusing on a precise area.

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Video settingsIMPORTANT: Your camera of

Using the Setup menuUse Setup to customize other


AF Control (Still)Choose an auto-focus setting.

Continuous AFBecause the camera is always focusing, there is no need to press the Shutter button halfway down to focus.Single AFFocuses when the Shutter button is pressed halfway down. (This setting uses less battery power.)

SharpnessControl picture sharpness or softness.

SharpNormal Soft


AF Control (Video) Choose an auto-focus setting.

Self-timerChoose Self-timer feature.

Press Menu, to choosethen to access settin

Date & Time


Picture-taking Optionswww.kodak.com/go/support


camera settings.


Video-taking Options

Continuous AFCamera is always focusing.Single AFCamera focuses once, when the Shutter button is pressed.

Off10 Seconds2 Seconds

Setup, gs

Setup Options

Set date and time.



LCD BrightnessChoose LCD brightness during picture/video capture. (During Review, the LCD is set to High Power.)

AutoLCD brightness is automatically adjusted according to environment.High PowerBrighter LCD; uses more battery power.Power SaveDimmer LCD; uses less power.

Share Button SettingsChoose what is displayed when the Share button is pressed in Review.

Show or hide:

Individual social networking sites E-mail addresses (all or none) KODAK Digital Frames (all or none)

Red-eye ReductionThe Red-eye flash fires automatbefore a picture is taken.

Orientation SensorOrient pictures so that they are with the correct side up.

Camera SoundsChoose camera volume. Chooseeffects for each function.

Press Menu, to choose Setup, then to access settings

Setup Optionsort 35

ically PreflashThe flash fires 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.)

displayed OnThe camera rotates pictures so that all appear in the same orientation on the camera.On TransferThe camera rotates pictures when they are transferred to your computer.OffPictures are not rotated.

sound VolumeFocus LockShutterSelf-timerErrorPower On

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Video Out Choose the regional setting that lets you connect the camera to a television or other external device.

NTSCUsed in North America and Japan; most common format.PALUsed in Europe and China.

Image StorageChoose a storage location for pictures/videos.

AutoThe camera uses the card if one is in the camera. If not, the camera uses internal memory.Internal MemoryThe camera always uses internal memory, even if a card is installed.

Language Choose your language.

Reset CameraReset settings to their default.

Format

CAUTION:Formatting deletpictures/videos, including those tprotected. Remocard during formmay damage the

AboutView camera information.

Press Menu, to choose Setup, then to access settings

Setup Optionswww.kodak.com/go/support

Reset All Camera SettingsSettings revert to their factory defaults.Reset Startup ApplicationResets camera to startup mode to allow KODAK Software download.

es all

hat are ving a atting card.

Memory CardDeletes everything on the card; formats the card. CancelExits without making a change.Internal MemoryDeletes everything in internal memory including email addresses and keyword tags; formats the internal memory.


6 Transferring, printing picturesTransferring pictures to your computerDownload KODAK Softwareso its easy to transfer and share pictures and videos.

NOTE: You can also use a card read

Download KODAK Software

To use this camera on more the cameras Reset Startup

Turn on the camer3

1 Turn off the camer

After the softwareprompts to transfeyour computer.

2

* If the downloader WINDOWS OS: in MAC OS: on your

Use the KODAK CaCable, Micro B / 5-Pconnect camera to(Use only the cablewith this camera!)

Make sure the computer is connected to the Internet. When you connect the camera to the computer, the KODAK Software Downloader automatically runs. Follow the prompts to download and install KODAK Software.*ort 37

er to transfer your pictures/videos.

later www.kodak.com/go/camerasw

than one computer, use Application feature

see page 36

a.

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is installed, follow the r pictures and videos to

does not run, find and launch it: My Computer Desktop

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Transferring, printing pictures

Printing picturesDirect printing with a KODAK All-in-One PrinterYour camera is compatible with PICTBRIDGE Technology, so you can print directly to PICTBRIDGE enabled Printers. You need a camera, a PICTBRIDGE enabled Printer, and a USB cable.

Connecting the camera to a KODAK All-in-One Printer

1 Turn off the camera and printer.

2 Connect the appropriate USB cable from the camera to the printer.

Printing from a KODAK All-in-One Printer

1 Turn on the printer. Turn oThe PictBridge logo is displapictures are found, a messaredisplay it.

2 Choose a printing option,

Current PicturePress

Tagged PicturesIf youprinting.

Index PrintPrint thumsheets of paper.)

All PicturesPrint all pi

Image StorageAccessNOTE: During direct printing, picture

pictures to your computer, se

Purchase cables, accwww.kodak.com/go/support

n the camera.

yed, followed by the current picture and menu. (If no ge is displayed.) If the menu turns off, press any button to

then press OK.

to choose a picture.

r printer is capable, print pictures that you marked for

bnails of all pictures. (This option requires one or more

ctures in internal memory or on a card.

Auto or Internal Memory.

s are not permanently transferred or saved to the printer. To transfer e page 37.

essories www.kodak.com/go/m550accessories



Disconnecting the camera from a KODAK All-in-One Printer

1 Turn off the camera and printer.

2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and the printer.

Ordering prints onlineKODAK Gallery (www.kodakgallery.com) makes it easy to:

Upload your pictures.

Edit, enhance, and add borders to your pictures.

Store pictures, and share them with family and friends.

Have prints, photo greeting cards, frames, and albums delivered to your door.

Printing from an optio Automatically print tagged

an SD/SDHC Card slot. Se

Make prints at an SD/SDHwww.kodak.com/go/pictu

Take the card to your locaort 39

nal SD or SDHC Card pictures when you insert your card into a printer with

e your printer users guide for details.

C Card-capable KODAK Picture Kiosk. Visit remaker.

l photo retailer for professional printing.

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Marking your pictures for printing1 Press the Review button. Press to find a picture.

2 Press the Menu button.

3 Press to choose Print, then press OK.

4 Press to choose the number of copies.

5 Press OK.To return to picture-taking mode, press the Shutter button halfway down.

IMPORTANT: Your camera offers a built-in Help system. See page 41.www.kodak.com/go/support


7 TroubleshootingGetting help from your cameraYou want the most from your camera. You want to understand:

What it can do for you

And how to take the best possible pictures and videos

Great news!Your camera offers a built-in choice. If you learn nothing el

Turning on camera Heort 41

Help system. It describes every setting for every menu se about your camera, learn how to use on-camera Help.

lp

Scroll through a Help topic.

then highlight a menu choice.

Press the Info

1

2 button.

Press the Menu button,

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Troubleshooting

TroubleshootingCamera problems

Status Solution

Camera does not turn on

Make sure the battery is charged and installed correctly (see page 1).

Camera does not turn off

Camera buttons and controls do not function

LCD is too dark. Adj

In Review, a blue or black screen is displayed instead of a picture

Tran Tak

Pictures remaining number does not decrease after taking a picture

Con(The capicture

Flash does not fire CheNOT

Memory card is almost or entirely full

Tran Del

Battery life is short Ma Wip

bat Insewww.kodak.com/go/support

ust the LCD Brightness setting (see page 35).

sfer all pictures to the computer (see page 37).e another picture.

tinue taking pictures. The camera is operating normally.mera estimates the number of pictures remaining after each is taken, based on picture size and content.)

ck the flash setting, and change as needed (see page 10).E: The flash does not fire in all modes.

sfer the pictures to the computer (see page 37).ete pictures from the card (see page 22) or insert a new card.

ke sure the correct battery type is installed (see page 51).e the contacts with a clean, dry cloth before inserting a

tery in the camera.rt a new/charged battery (see page 1).

Troubleshooting


Computer/connectivity pr

You cannot take a picture

Turn the camera off, then on again. Depress the Shutter button all the way (see page 6). Insert a new/charged battery (see page 1). Memory is full. Transfer pictures to the computer (see page 37),

delete pictures (see page 22), or insert another card.

Memory card not recognized or camera freezes with card

Card may be corrupted. Format the card in the camera (see page 36).

Use another memory card. Only SD or SDHC Cards are supported.

Cannot find the desired picture/video

To view pictures on a card or in internal memory, see page 21.

Status Solutio

Slide Show does not run on an external video device

Adjupage

Makdevi

Computer does not communicate with the camera

Turn Mak

page Mak

connturn

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Status Solutionort 43

oblems

n

st the camera Video Out setting to NTSC or PAL (see 36).

e sure the external device settings are correct. (See the ces user guide.)

off the camera, then turn it back on.e sure the battery is charged and installed correctly (see 1).

e sure the KODAK Camera USB Cable, Micro B / 5-Pin is ected to the camera and the computer (see page 37). Then

on the camera.KODAK Software Help at www.kodak.com/go/camerasw.

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Troubleshooting

Picture quality problems

Status Solution

Picture is not clear To automatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button halfway. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter button completely down to take the picture.

Clean the lens (see page 49). Make sure the camera is not in Macro mode if you are more than

27.6 in. (70 cm) from your subject (see page 33). Place the camera on a flat, steady surface or use a tripod (especially

in high-zoom settings or in low light). Use a larger picture size (see page 31). If you

setting

Picture is too dark Repos Use Fi

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re manually adjusting the ISO speed, realize that a high ISO may cause grainy pictures (see page 32).

ition the camera for more available light.ll flash (see page 10) or change your position so light is not the subject.

so that the distance between you and the subject is within the ve flash range. (See Camera Specifications starting on 7.)omatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button ay. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter completely down to take the picture.

gram mode, adjust the Exposure Compensation (see page 32).

ition the camera to reduce the amount of available light.he flash off (see page 10).so that the distance between you and the subject is within the ve flash range. (See Camera Specifications starting on 7.)omatically set exposure and focus, press the Shutter button ay. When the framing marks turn green, press the Shutter completely down to take the picture.

gram mode, adjust the Exposure Compensation (see page 32).

Troubleshooting


Direct printing (PICTBRIDGE enabled printer) problems

Status Solution

Cannot find the desired picture

Use the Direct printing menu to change the image storage location.

The Direct printing menu interface turns off

Press any camera button to redisplay the menu.

Cannot print pictures Make sure there is a connection between the camera and the printer (see page 38).

Make sure the printer and the camera have power.

Camera or printer displays an error message

Follow the prompts to resolve the issue.ort 45

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Troubleshooting

Getting help on the WebCamera

Software

Other

Get support for your product (FAQs, troubleshooting information, arrange for repairs, etc.)

www.kodak.com/go/m550support

See step-by-step solutions and repair information www.kodak.com/go/itg

Purchase camera accessories www.kodak.com/go/m550accessories

Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/m550downloads

See online demonstrations of your camera www.kodak.com/go/howto

Register your camera www.kodak.com/go/register

Chat, email, write, or phone Ko(Chat not available in all langua

Download and get Help with K

Download KODAK EASYSHARE

Get help with the WINDOWS Odigital pictures

Get support for cameras, softwa

Get information on KODAK All-www.kodak.com/go/support

dak ges)

www.kodak.com/go/contact

ODAK Software www.kodak.com/go/camerasw

Software www.kodak.com/go/easysharesw (or see Help in EASYSHARE Software)

S and working with www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics

re, accessories, more www.kodak.com/go/support

in-One Printers www.kodak.com/go/inkjet


8 AppendixCamera specificationsCCD1/2.33-type

Effective pixels12 MP (4040 x 3032)

LCD2.7 in. (6.9 cm) LCD; 230K pixels; 4:3 aspect ratio

Image storageOptional SD/SDHC Card (The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.) Maximum supported card size: 32 GB

Internal storage capacitystorage. 1 MB equals one mi

Taking lens5X optical zo

Lens protectionBuilt-in

Digital zoom5X continuo

Focus systemTTL-AF (thrFace Priority. Working rang0.5 m (1.6 ft)infinity @ w2.0 m (6.6 ft)infinity @ te0.10.8 m (0.32.6 ft) @ w12.1 m (3.36.9 ft) @ tel

Auto focus controlCont

Face detectionYes

Face recognitionYes

Shutter speed1/81/140

Long time exposure0.5ort 47

32 MB internal memory (20 MB available for image llion bytes.)

om; f/3.5f/5.9; 35 mm equivalent: 28140 mm

us

ough-the-lens auto focus); Multi-Zone, Center-Zone, e:ide, normallephoto, normalide, Macro mode

ephoto, Macro modeinuous and Single AF

0 seconds

8 seconds

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ISO speedAuto 64-640; manual 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000Exposure meteringTTL-AE; Face Priority, Multi-Zone, Center-Zone

Exposure compensation+/-2.0 EV with 1/3 EV step

White BalanceAuto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Open Shade

Electronic FlashAuto flash; Auto, Fill, Red Eye, Off; Guide No. 7 (m); working range @ ISO 400 in Smart Capture mode: 0.33.5 m (111.5 ft) @ wide; 0.52.0 m (1.66.6 ft) @ telephoto

Self-timer mode10-second, 2-second, 2-picture timer

Burst modeMaximum 3 pictures @ 1.6 fps

Capture modesSmart Capture, Program, Scene modes, Video

Image file formatStill: EXIF 2.21 (JPEG compVideo: QUICKTIME (CODEC

Picture size12.0 MP (4:310.7 MP (3:2): 4000 x 2669.0 MP (16:9): 4000 x 2246.2 MP (4:3): 2880 x 21603.1 MP (4:3): 2048 x 15362.1 MP (16:9): 1920 x 1081.2 MP (4:3): 1280 x 960 p

Color modesHigh Color,

Sharpness modesSharp,

Video capture4 GB max

Communication with comvia KODAK Camera USB Cab

Video outputNTSC or PA

MicrophoneYeswww.kodak.com/go/support

ression); file organization DCF Motion JPEG; audio: G711)): 4000 x 3000 pixels 4 pixels 8 pixels pixels pixels 0 pixels ixels Natural Color, Low Color, Black & White, Sepia

Normal, Soft

imum; VGA (640 x 480 @ 30 fps)

puterUSB 2.0 high speed (PIMA 15740 protocol); le, Micro B / 5-Pin

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SpeakerYes

PICTBRIDGE supportYes

PowerKODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-7006; 5V AC-to-USB battery charging

Tripod mount1/4 inch

Size98 x 58 x 22.9 mm (3.9 x 2.3 x 0.9 in.) @ power off

Weight125 g (4.4oz) without card or battery

Operating temperature040 C (32104 F)

Care and maintenance If you suspect water has g

Allow all components to a

Blow gently on the lens olint-free cloth or an untreaunless designed specificalsuntan lotion, to contact p

Service agreements may bProducts for more informa

For digital camera disposaIn the US, visit the Electrowww.kodak.com/go/m550ort 49

otten inside the camera, remove the battery and card. ir-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera.

r LCD to remove dust and dirt. Wipe gently with a soft, ted lens-cleaning tissue. Do not use cleaning solutions

ly for camera lenses. Do not allow chemicals, such as ainted surfaces.

e available in your country. Contact a dealer of KODAK tion.

l or recycling information, contact your local authorities. nics Industry Alliance site at www.eiae.org or support.

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Upgrading your software and firmwareDownload the latest versions of KODAK Software and the camera firmware (the software that runs on the camera). Visit www.kodak.com/go/m550downloads.

Storage capacitiesThe LCD displays the approximate number of pictures (or minutes/seconds of video) remaining. For average SD Card capacities, visit www.kodak.com/go/SDcapacities. Actual storage capacity varies depending on subject composition, card size, and other factors. You may be able to store more or fewer pictures and videos.

Important safety instructions

CAUTION:Do not disassemble this pinside. Refer servicing toand Battery Chargers arecontrols, adjustments, ormay result in exposure tothe LCD breaks, do not tosupport.

The use of an accessory thshock, or injury. For appro

Use only a USB-certified cContact your computer m

If using this product in an

When removing the batte

Follow all warnings and in

Use only batteries approv

Keep batteries out of the rwww.kodak.com/go/support

roduct; there are no user-serviceable parts qualified service personnel. KODAK AC Adapters intended for indoor use only. The use of procedures other than those specified herein shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. If uch the glass or liquid. Contact Kodak customer

at is not recommended by Kodak may cause fire, electric ved accessories, visit www.kodak/go/accessories.

omputer equipped with a current-limiting motherboard. anufacturer if you have questions.

airplane, observe all instructions of the airline.

ry, allow it to cool; it may be hot.

structions supplied by the battery manufacturer.

ed for this product to avoid risk of explosion.

each of children.

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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, install backward, or expose batteries to liquid, moisture, fire, or extreme temperature.

Remove the battery when the product is stored for an extended period of time. In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the product, contact Kodak customer support.

In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, wash immediately with water and contact your local health provider. For additional health-related information, contact your local Kodak customer support.

Go to www.kodak.com/go/reach for information about the presence of substances included on the candidate1907/2006 (REACH).

Dispose of batteries accorwww.kodak.com/go/kes.

Do not charge non-rechar

For more information on b

Battery replacemKODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Dpictures per charge. Battery liin Smart Capture mode, using

Extending battery life Set LCD Brightness to Pow

Charge the battery whene

Dirt on the battery contacdry cloth before loading thort 51

list according to article 59(1) of Regulation (EC) No.

ding to local and national regulations. Visit

geable batteries.

atteries, visit www.kodak.com/go/batterytypes.

ent, battery lifeigital Camera Battery KLIC-7006 (770 mAh): 220

fe per CIPA testing method. (Approx. number of pictures an SD Card.) Actual life may vary based on usage.

er Save (see page 35).

ver necessary.

ts can affect battery life. Wipe the contacts with a clean, e battery in the camera.

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Battery performance is reduced at temperatures below 41 F (5 C). When using your camera in cold weather, carry spare batteries and keep them warm. Do not discard cold batteries that do not work; when they return to room temperature, they may be usable.

Limited warrantyKodak warrants its digital cameras and accessories (excluding batteries) to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for the warranty period specified on your KODAK Product packaging. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Proof of purchase date is required with any request for warranty repair.

Limited warranty coverage

Warranty service is only availoriginally purchased. You maauthorized service facility for will repair or replace Productperiod, subject to any conditiwill include all labor as well aKodak is unable to repair or rpurchase price paid for the Pralong with proof of the purchpurchase price are the sole reused in making repairs, thoseremanufactured materials. If replaced with a remanufactumaterials are warranted for thdays after the date of repair o

Limitations

This warranty does not cover does not apply when failure imodification, unauthorized seor attachments (such as thirdwww.kodak.com/go/support

able from within the country where the Products were y be required to ship Products, at your expense, to the the country where the Products were purchased. Kodak s if they fail to function properly during the warranty ons and/or limitations stated herein. Warranty service s any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. If eplace a Product, Kodak will, at its option, refund the oduct provided the Product has been returned to Kodak ase price paid. Repair, replacement, or refund of the medies under the warranty. If replacement parts are parts may be remanufactured, or may contain it is necessary to replace the entire Product, it may be red Product. Remanufactured Products, parts and e remaining warranty term of the original Product, or 90 r replacement, whichever is longer.

circumstances beyond Kodak's control. This warranty s due to shipping damage, accident, alteration, rvice, misuse, abuse, use with incompatible accessories party ink or ink tanks), failure to follow Kodak's

Appendix


operation, maintenance or repacking instructions, failure to use items supplied by Kodak (such as adapters and cables), or claims made after the duration of this warranty. Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this product. In the event that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the duration of the implied warranty will be the length of the express warranty period specified on your Kodak product packaging. The option of repair, replacement, or refund is Kodak's only obligation. Kodak will not be responsible for any special, consequential or incidental damages resulting from the sale, purchase, or use of this product regardless of the cause. Liability for any special, consequential or incidental damages (including but not limited to loss of revenue or profit, downtime costs, loss of the use of the equipment, cost of substitute equipment, facilities or services, or claims of your customers for such damages resulting from the purchase, use, or failure of the Product), regardless ofexpressly disclaimed.

Your rights

Some states or jurisdictions dconsequential damages, so thSome states or jurisdictions dlasts, so the above limitation rights, and you may have oth

Outside the United States

In countries other than the Uthis warranty may be differenthe purchaser in writing by a any minimum requirements imbe by negligence or other actort 53

cause or for breach of any written or implied warranty is

o not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or e above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

o not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific er rights which vary from state to state or by jurisdiction.

and Canada

nited States and Canada, the terms and conditions of t. Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to Kodak company, no warranty or liability exists beyond posed by law, even though defect, damage, or loss may

.

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Appendix

Regulatory complianceFCC compliance and advisoryThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more oreceiving antenna; 2) increasreceiver; 3) connect the equipwhich the receiver is connecttechnician for additional suggapproved by the party responoperate the equipment. Wheproduct or specified additionused with the installation of tcompliance with FCC regulatK20-AM complies with part 1two conditions: (1) This devicmust accept any interferenceundesired operation.

Waste Electrical and E

In Europe: For human/envirequipment and batteries atmunicipal waste.) For moreappropriate local authoritie(4.4 oz).www.kodak.com/go/support

f the following measures: 1) reorient or relocate the e the separation between the equipment and the ment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to

ed; 4) consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV estions. Any changes or modifications not expressly sible for compliance could void the users authority to

re shielded interface cables have been provided with the al components or accessories elsewhere defined to be he product, they must be used in order to ensure ion. The KODAK High Performance USB AC Adapter 5 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following e may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device received, including interference that may cause

lectronic Equipment/Battery disposal

onmental protection, it is your responsibility to dispose of this a collection facility established for this purpose (separate from information, contact your retailer, collection facility, or s; or visit www.kodak.com/go/recycle. Product weight: 125 g

Appendix


Australian C-Tick

VCCI Class B ITE

Russian GOST-R

Canadian DOC statemDOC Class B ComplianceICES-003.

Observation des normes-conforme la norme NMB-00

CEHereby, Eastman Kodak Comwith the essential requiremen

N137

Eastman Kodak CoRochester, NY 1465ort 55

entThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

Classe BCet appareil numrique de la classe B est 3 du Canada.

pany declares that this KODAK Product is in compliance ts and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

mpany0

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Appendix

Korean Class B ITE

Korean Li-ion Regulatorywww.kodak.com/go/support

Appendix


China RoHSort 57

58

Index 1AA/V out, 27about this camera, 36accessories

battery, 51buying, 46SD/SDHC Card, 5

add keywords, names, 20AF control (Still), 34AF control (video), 34AF zone, 33auto, 11

focus control, 34focus framing marks, 6

auto focus (AF)zone, 33

Bbacklight, 12battery

charging, 2expected life, 51loading, 1purchase, 8, 25status, 8, 25types, 51

beach, 12brightness, LCD, 8burst, 14button

delete, 7telephoto/zoom, 9

Ccable

audio/video, 27camera sounds, 35Canadian compliance, 55care and maintenance, 49charging the battery, 2children, 12clock, setting, 4color mode, 33www.kodak.com/go/support

computerconnecting camera, 37transfer to, 37

connector, USB / A/V, 27copy pictures

card to memory, 30memory to card, 30to computer, 37

cropping pictures, 28customize camera, 34

Ddate setting, 4deleting

during quickview, 7from internal memory, 22from SD/SDHC Card, 22protecting pictures, videos, 22

digital zoom, 9display, brightness, 8displaying slide show, 26disposal, recycling, 49


Index

downloading pictures, 37

Eedit videos, 29emailing pictures, videos, 20expected battery life, 51exposure

long time, 32, 35exposure compensation, 32external video device

viewing pictures, videos, 27

Ffaces, tagging, recognition, 1FCC compliance, 54find pictures, 24fireworks, 13firmware, upgrading, 50flash, using, 10flower, 12focus framing marks, 6focus mode, 33format, 36framing marks, 6

Gguidelines, battery, 51

Hhelp

camera help, 41Web links, 41

high ISO, 12

Iicons, modes, 11image storage, 36installing

battery, 1SD/SDHC Card, 5

ISO speed, 32

Kkeyboard, 20keywords, 19KODAK Software

upgrading, 50ort 59

8 Kodak Web sites, 41

Llanguage, 36LCD

brightness, 35reviewing pictures, 21reviewing videos, 21

LCD brightness, 8, 35lens

cleaning lens, 49loading

battery, 1SD/SDHC Card, 5

locate pictures, 24long time exposure, 32, 35

Mmagnify a picture, 23maintenance, camera, 49make picture from video, 29manner/museum, 12

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Index

markingfor email, 20

memoryinserting card, 5

menu settings, 31modes, 11

auto, 11backlight, 12beach, 12children, 12fireworks, 13flower, 12high ISO, 12manner/museum, 12night landscape, 13night portrait, 13scene (SCN), 12self-portrait, 13snow, 13text, 12

modes, capturesmart capture, 11

multiple selections, 30multi-up, 23

Nnight landscape, 13night portrait, 13

Oonline prints, ordering, 39optical zoom, 9orientation sensor, 35

Ppanoramic pictures, 15people, tagging, 18PICTBRIDGE enabled printer, 38picture size, 31, 32pictures

copying, 30cropping, 28emailing marked, 20marking, 40printing marked, 40protecting, 22review icons, 25www.kodak.com/go/support

reviewing, 21taking, modes, 11transfer via USB cable, 37

pictures/videodeleting, 22

playing a video, 21power

camera, 4printing

from a card, 39optimizing printer, 41order online, 39PICTBRIDGE, 38tagged pictures, 39

protecting pictures, videos, 22

Qquickview, using, 7

Rrecycling, disposal, 49


Index

regulatory information, 54repair, 46reset camera, 36reviewing pictures/video

as you take them, 7deleting, 22LCD, 21protecting, 22slide show, 26

running slide show, 26

Ssafety, 50scene modes (SCN), 12SD/SDHC Card

inserting, 5printing from, 39

search pictures, 24select multiple pictures/videoself-portrait, 13self-timer, 14set tag, 32setting

AF zone, 33auto-focus, 34camera sounds, 35color mode, 33date and time, 4image storage, 36ISO, 32language, 36LCD brightness, 35long time exposure, 32, 3orientation sensor, 35

picture size, 31, 32picture-taking mode, 11self-timer, 14sharpness, 34video out, 36white balance, 33

setting up the camera, 1setup menu, 34Share button, 35sharing pictures, 16sharpness, 34shutter

problems, 43ort 61

s, 30

5

self-timer delay, 14slide show

continuous loop, 26running, 26

smart capture, 11smart display, 35smart find, 24smart share, 16snow, 13social networks, 16software

upgrading, 50sounds, 35specifications, camera, 47strap, 1

Ttagging

keywords, 19people, faces, 18

taking pictures, videos, 6

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Index

television, slide show, 27text, 12time, setting, 4timer, shutter delay, 14tips

battery guidelines, 51care & maintenance, 49

transfer, via USB cable, 37trash can, deleting, 7trimming a video, 29troubleshooting, 41turning camera on and off, 4typing, 20

Uundelete, undo, 22upgrading software, firmwareURLs, Kodak Web sites, 41USB

transferring pictures, 37

VVCCI compliance, 55video

copying, 30edit, 29emailing marked, 20out, 36playback, 21protecting, 22review icons, 25transfer to computer, 37viewing, 21

video out, 36

viewingby multi-up, 23picture, after taking, 7, 21

Wwarranty, 52white balance, 33

Zzoom

digital, 9optical, 9www.kodak.com/go/support

, 50

KODAK EASYSHARE M550 Digital CameraProduct featuresTable of contentsSetting up your cameraAttaching the strapLoading the KLIC-7006 batteryCharging the batteryUsing the in-camera battery chargerUsing the external battery charger

Turning on the cameraSetting the language and date/timeStoring pictures on an optional SD or SDHC Card

Taking pictures/videosTaking picturesUsing the framing marks

Taking a videoReviewing the picture/video just taken

Adjusting LCD brightnessUnderstanding the picture-taking iconsKnow when your battery needs chargingUsing the optical zoomUsing digital zoom

Using the flashUsing different modesUsing Scene (SCN) modes

Using shortcutsUsing the self-timerUsing burstTaking panoramic pictures

Sharing and tagging picturesSharing pictures through social networksChoose which social networking sites to display on your cameraManage email addresses and KODAK PULSE Digital Frames

Tagging picturesTagging peopleNeed to update a name?Tagging with keywordsUsing the keyboard

Marking pictures/videos for emailing

Reviewing and editingReviewing pictures/videosPlaying a video

Deleting pictures/videosUsing the undo delete picture featureProtecting pictures/videos from deletion

Viewing pictures/videos in different waysMagnifying a pictureViewing as thumbnails

A smarter way to find and enjoy your picturesUnderstanding the review iconsKnow when your battery needs charging

Creating a multimedia slide showMake a slide show that you can savePlay a slide show loopDisplaying pictures/videos on a television

Using the menu button in reviewCropping picturesEditing videosMaking a picture from a videoTrimming a video

Selecting multiple pictures/videosCopying pictures/videos

Doing more with your cameraUsing the menu button to change settingsUsing the Setup menu

Transferring, printing picturesTransferring pictures to your computerPrinting picturesDirect printing with a KODAK All-in-One PrinterConnecting the camera to a KODAK All-in-One PrinterPrinting from a KODAK All-in-One PrinterDisconnecting the camera from a KODAK All-in-One PrinterOrdering prints onlinePrinting from an optional SD or SDHC Card

Marking your pictures for printing

TroubleshootingGetting help from your cameraGreat news!Turning on camera Help

TroubleshootingGetting help on the Web

AppendixCamera specificationsCare and maintenanceUpgrading your software and firmwareStorage capacitiesImportant safety instructionsBattery replacement, battery lifeExtending battery life

Limited warrantyRegulatory complianceFCC compliance and advisoryWaste Electrical and Electronic Equipment/Battery disposalAustralian C-TickVCCI Class B ITERussian GOST-RCanadian DOC statementCEKorean Class B ITEKorean Li-ion RegulatoryChina RoHS

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