KODAK Zx1
Pocket Video Camera
Extended user guide
For interactive tutorials:
For help with your camera:
Product features
Front view
Speaker
Infrared receiver (for
optional remote control)
Microphone
Power
Recording light
Lens
HDMI™ Out
USB/AV Out
5V DC-in
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Product features
Back view
LCD
Reco
rding
mode
Recor
d/OK
Delete
Stop
Review
Slow mo
mode/
tion
Previo
Revers
Video/
us/Nex
e/Forw
picture
t
ard
size
Volume
/Zoom
Strap p
ost
Tripod
socke
t
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Product features
Understanding the status icons
Recor
ding ic
ons
Reco
statu
rding
s
Video
Zoom
lengt
h
indica
tor
Mode
Card
is inse
rted
Batter
y level
Playb
ack ico
ns
Elapse
time
Video
d
length
Volume
No ca
DC po
rd is in
serted
Video
/pictu
wer (
plugge
re num
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d in)
Direct
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Connecting the strap.....................................................................................3
2 Using your camera ................................................................................4
Turning on the camera ..................................................................................4
Setting the date/time.....................................................................................4
Recording .....................................................................................................5
Playing videos...............................................................................................6
Playing back on a TV.....................................................................................7
Using the optional remote control .................................................................8
Transferring, editing, sharing online...............................................................9
Accessing settings.......................................................................................10
3 Getting help ........................................................................................11
Getting help on the Web.............................................................................11
Getting help on the telephone.....................................................................12
4 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................13
5 Appendix .............................................................................................15
Specifications..............................................................................................15
Safety .........................................................................................................16
Care and maintenance ................................................................................17
Warranty.....................................................................................................18
Regulatory compliance ................................................................................20
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1 Setting up your camera
IMPORTANT: Your camera is water resistant—it is not waterproof.
Do not submerge your camera in liquid.
Charging, loading the rechargeable batteries
1
2
3
Lights are on
while the
charger is
plugged in.
(Charge for
approximately
12 hours.)
Compatible
KODAK Batteries
• KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-8000
• KODAK Lithium Digital Camera Battery CRV3
• KODAK AA Batteries (Ni-MH, alkaline)
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Setting up your camera
Using an optional KODAK SD or SDHC Card
Your camera has internal memory, but we recommend a KODAK SD or SDHC Card to
conveniently store more videos/pictures.
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.
optional
Turn off the camera.
1
2
Insert or remove the
optional card.
3
Turn on the camera.
Purchase accessories
2
Using your camera
Recording
When you turn on the camera,
it’s ready to take videos.
(OK) Start/stop recording
Zoom in/out
Choose a mode:
• HD: 16:9, 720p @ 30 fps (HDTV)
• HD60: 16:9, 720p @ 60 fps (HDTV)
• Still (3 MP pictures)
• VGA: 4:3, 640 x 480 @ 30 fps (Web-ready)
NOTE: To take even more videos, insert an SD or SDHC Card.
Purchase accessories
Use the optional remote control
see page 8
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Using your camera
Playing videos
Review button (press again for
thumbnails, timeline)
Play/Pause
(OK)
Stop video playback
Delete the current or all
videos/pictures
Volume
Previous/next video
During playback, press to
fast-forward or fast-rewind 2X,
4X, 8X, 16X.
While paused, press to forward/
reverse one frame at a time.
To use the optional remote control, see page 8.
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Using your camera
Using the optional remote control
Use the optional remote control to start/stop recording, take a picture, and review
Remove the tab to activate the battery
Using the remote control
Delete
Mode
Previo
Selec
tor (Vi
xt
deo/St
ill)
us/Ne
Rever
se/Forw
ard
Reco
rd/OK
Stop
Revie
w Mo
de
Volume
/Zoom
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Using your camera
Transferring, editing, sharing online
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2
Connect, then turn on the camera.
If this is the first time you’ve connected to this WINDOWS
OS-based PC, follow the prompts to install ARCSOFT
MEDIAIMPRESSION for Kodak Software. You can then
transfer and share videos.
Video and pictures from the Zx1 Camera can be used with the APPLE ILIFE
suite of products to edit, personalize, make DVDs, share via YouTube™ and
APPLE Online Sharing Services (IWEB and MOBILEME), or with ITUNES for
syncing with IPHONE, IPOD, or APPLE TV.
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Using your camera
Accessing settings
When
button
the ca
s to a
mera
ccess
is on,
the Se
press
tup me
any tw
nu.
o
Date/Time
Set the date and time.
Sounds
■ On
■ Off
Video Out
■ NTSC
Choose the regional setting that lets you connect the camera to a
television or other external device.
■ PAL
Format SD/SDHC Card
Deletes everything on the card; formats the card.
CAUTION:
Formatting deletes all videos/pictures. Removing a card
during formatting may damage the card.
NOTE: The firmware version is displayed at the top of the Settings screen.
3 Getting help
Getting help on the Web
Camera
Email, write, or phone Kodak
information, arrange for repairs, etc.)
Get support for accessories
Purchase camera accessories (lenses, cards, etc.)
See online demonstrations of your camera
Register your camera
Software
Get information on ARCSOFT Software
digital pictures
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Getting help
Getting help on the telephone
NOTE: If you have questions concerning this product, you may speak with Kodak customer support.
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brazil
1800 267 588
0179 567 357
02 713 14 45
0800 891 42 13
1 800 465 6325
800 820 6027
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
020 346 9372
0800 880 120
23 16 21 33
Philippines
Poland
1 800 1 888 9600
00800 4411625
021 415 4125
8 495 929 9166
800 6363 036
00 800 56325000
91 749 76 53
Canada
China
Portugal
Russia
Czech Republic 00 800 56325000
Denmark
Finland
France
3 848 71 30
Singapore
Slovakia
Spain
0800 1 17056
01 55 1740 77
069 5007 0035
00800 44140775
800 901 514
Germany
Greece
Sweden
08 587 704 21
044 838 53 51
0800 096 868
001 800 631 0017
00800 448827073
Switzerland
Taiwan
Hong Kong
Hungary
India
06 80 456 325
91 80 41374555
(toll free 000800 440 1227)
01 407 3054
Thailand
Turkey
Ireland
Italy
United Kingdom
United States
0870 243 0270
1 800 235 6325
02 696 33452
03 5540 9002
080 708 5600
Japan
Korea
International Toll Line +44 131 458 6714
International Toll Fax +44 131 458 6962
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4 Troubleshooting
Status
Solution
■ Unrecognized or corrupt file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer
using the USB cable or an optional card reader. Then format the card in the
camera or card reader.
■ An error may have occurred while formatting the card. Transfer
videos/pictures to your computer using the USB cable or an optional card
reader. Then format the card in the camera or card reader.
■ The memory card is either unrecognized by the device, or is not formatted.
Transfer videos/pictures to your computer using the USB cable or an
optional card reader. Then format the card in the camera.
■ Try another card.
■ Card is nearly full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer using the USB
cable or an optional card reader.
■ Unrecognized or corrupt file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer
using the USB cable or an optional card reader. Then format the card in the
camera.
■ Try another card.
■ Low batteries. Charge the batteries.
■ Internal memory is full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer using the
USB cable. Use an SD/SDHC card to take more video/pictures.
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Troubleshooting
Status
Solution
Camera will not turn on. ■ Ensure batteries are correctly inserted.
■ Charge the batteries.
■ If camera still does not turn on, visit
www.kodak.com/go/Zx1support and click Step-by-Step
Solutions & Repair.
Videos do not play on a TV. ■ Ensure an HDMI or AV cable is properly connected directly to
the TV input(s).
■ Ensure TV menu settings are correct for an HDMI or AV
connection.
Camera will not work with ■ Ensure batteries are correctly inserted in the remote control.
optional remote control.
■ Ensure batteries are correctly inserted in the camera.
■ Ensure the camera infrared receiver (above the lens) and the
remote control have an unobstructed path.
Images are blurry.
■ Ensure lens is clean of fingerprints.
■ Ensure subject is at least 70 cm (27 in.) from camera lens.
Videos are jumpy, not
stable.
■ Use a tripod or mini tripod to steady the camera.
Questions or problems
with ARCSOFT Software.
Questions or problems
with other third party
software.
■ Visit support sites for those applications.
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Specifications
Image Sensor—1/4.5-type, 1.6 MP, CMOS
Lens—4.1 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus
Zoom—2X digital
LCD—5 cm (2 in.); 640 x 240 pixels
Image Storage—128 MB internal memory (approximately 10 MB available for
image storage. 1 MB equals one million bytes); optional SD/SDHC Card
SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.) Maximum supported size: 32 GB
SDHC (class 6 recommended).
(The
Focusing System—Fixed
Focus Mode—Normal
Focus Range—70 cm (27.6 in.)–infinity
Aperture—f/2.8
White Balance—Auto
Exposure—Auto
Shutter Speed—Auto
File Format—Still: JPEG (2048 x 1536); Video: H.264 (MOV), AAC LC
■ HD: 16:9, 720p @ 30 fps (HDTV)
■ HD60: 16:9, 720p @ 60 fps (HDTV)
■ Still (3 MP pictures)
■ VGA: 4:3, 640 x 480 @ 30 fps (Web-ready)
Microphone—Yes
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Speaker—Yes
I/O Interface—USB 2.0 (high speed); component output; AV output
Tripod Mount—1/4-in. standard
Power—5V AC adapter, or:
■ KODAK AA Batteries (Ni-MH, alkaline)
■ KODAK Li-Ion Rechargeable Digital Camera Battery KLIC-8000
■ KODAK Lithium Digital Camera Battery CRV3
Size—20 x 107 x 50.1 mm (0.8 x 4.2 x 2 in.)
Weight—110 g (3.9 oz) without batteries
Safety
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble this product; there are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. KODAK AC Adapters
and battery chargers are intended for indoor use only. The use of controls,
adjustments, or procedures other than those specified herein may result in
exposure to shock and/or electrical or mechanical hazards. If the LCD
breaks, do not touch the glass or liquid. Contact Kodak customer support.
■ The use of an accessory that is not recommended by Kodak may cause fire, electric
■ Use only a USB-certified computer equipped with a current-limiting motherboard.
Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions.
■ If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline.
■ When removing batteries, allow them to cool; they may be hot.
■ Follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer.
■ Use only batteries approved for this product to avoid risk of explosion.
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■ 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, install backward, or expose batteries to liquid, moisture, fire,
or extreme temperature.
■ Remove the batteries when the product is stored. 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.
■ Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations. Visit
■ Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
Care and maintenance
■ If you suspect water has gotten inside the camera, remove the battery and card.
Allow all components to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera.
■ Blow gently on the lens or LCD to remove dust and dirt. Wipe gently with a soft,
lint-free cloth or an untreated lens-cleaning tissue. Do not use cleaning solutions
unless designed specifically for camera lenses. Do not allow chemicals, such as
suntan lotion, to contact painted surfaces.
■ Service agreements may be available in your country. Contact a dealer of KODAK
Products for more information.
■ For camera disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities. In the
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Warranty
Limited Warranty
Kodak warrants KODAK Consumer Electronic Products and Accessories (“Products”),
excluding batteries, to be free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Retain the original dated sales
receipt. Proof of the date of purchase will be required with any request for warranty
repair.
Limited warranty coverage
Warranty service is only available from within the country where the Products were
originally purchased. You may be required to ship Products, at your expense, to the
authorized service facility for the country where the Products were purchased. Kodak
will repair or replace Products if they fail to function properly during the warranty
period, subject to any conditions and/or limitations stated herein. Warranty service
will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts. If
Kodak is unable to repair or replace a Product, Kodak will, at its option, refund the
purchase price paid for the Product provided the Product has been returned to Kodak
along with proof of the purchase price paid. Repair, replacement, or refund of the
purchase price are the sole remedies under the warranty. If replacement parts are
used in making repairs, those parts may be remanufactured, or may contain
remanufactured materials. If it is necessary to replace the entire Product, it may be
replaced with a remanufactured Product. Remanufactured Products, parts and
materials are warranted for the remaining warranty term of the original Product, or 90
days after the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer.
Limitations
This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak’s control. This warranty
does not apply when failure is due to shipping damage, accident, alteration,
modification, unauthorized service, misuse, abuse, use with incompatible accessories
or attachments (such as third party ink or ink tanks), failure to follow Kodak’s
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
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warranty. Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this
product, and disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose. In the event that the exclusion of any implied
warranty is ineffective under the law, the duration of the implied warranty will be one
year from the purchase date or such longer period as required by law. 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 of cause or for
breach of any written or implied warranty is expressly disclaimed.
Your rights
Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Some states or jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or by jurisdiction.
Outside the United States and Canada
In countries other than the United States and Canada, the terms and conditions of
this warranty may be different. Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to
the purchaser in writing by a Kodak company, no warranty or liability exists beyond
any minimum requirements imposed by law, even though defect, damage, or loss may
be by negligence or other act.
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Regulatory compliance
FCC compliance and advisory
KODAK Zx1 Pocket Video Camera
This 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 of the following measures: 1) reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna; 2) increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver; 3) connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected; 4) consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for additional suggestions. Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment. Where shielded interface cables have been provided with the
product or specified additional components or accessories elsewhere defined to be
used with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure
compliance with FCC regulation.
This device complies with Industry Canada RSS-210 and FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling
In Europe: For human/environmental protection, it is your responsibility to dispose of
municipal waste). For more information, contact your retailer, collection facility, or
VCCI Class B ITE
Korean Class B ITE
Russian GOST-R
Eastman Kodak Company
Rochester, NY 14650
AIO-40
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China RoHS
Canadian DOC statement
DOC Class B Compliance—This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Observation des normes-Classe B—Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FCC and Industry Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada RSS-210 and FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Australian C-Tick
N137
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1 Index
A
accessing settings, 10
accessories, buying, 11
maintenance, camera, 17
memory card, loading, 2
B
battery
playing a video, 6
playing on a TV, 7
loading, charging, 1
types, 1
R
C
recording, 5
remote control, 8
repair, 11
card, loading, 2
care and maintenance, 17
clock, setting, 4
conserving battery power, 7
customer support, 12
S
saving battery power, 7
numbers, 12
D
date setting, 4
disposal, recycling, 18
setting date and time, 4
setting up the camera, 1
settings, 10
E
editing videos, 9
sharing online, 9
H
solving problems, 13
specifications, 15
support, technical, 12
help, Web links, 11
K
Kodak Web sites, 11
T
taking a video, picture, 5
telephone support, 12
time, setting, 4
L
lens, cleaning, 17
loading batteries, 1
tips, care, & maintenance, 17
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transferring videos, 9
troubleshooting, 13
turning on camera, 4
TV playback, 7
U
URLs, Kodak Web sites, 11
W
warranty, 18
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