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KODAK mc3 Portable

Multimedia Device

User’s Guide

Congratulations on your purchase of a new KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia

Device. With the mc3 device you can:

m Play MP3 files.

m Take video clips with audio.

m Take digital still pictures.

m Use the color LCD to preview videos and pictures before you take

them, and to review videos and pictures after you take them.

m Add pictures and videos to a document or Web page.

m E-mail your pictures and videos to friends.

Visit Kodak on the World Wide Web at www.kodak.com

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Eastman Kodak Company

343 State Street

Rochester, N.Y. 14650

ãEastman Kodak Company, 2000

Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.

P/N 6B5410

QuickTime is a trademark of Apple Computer.

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Table of Contents

1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Preparing to Use the mc3 Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Attaching the Wrist Strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Loading the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Inserting a Picture Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Removing a Picture Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Turning the mc3 Device On and Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Low Battery Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Sleep Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Customizing the mc3 Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setting the Sound Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Setting the Date and Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Setting Video Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setting the Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Formatting a Picture Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

About the mc3 Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2 Playing Internet Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Obtaining MP3 Music Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Playing Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Adjusting Playback Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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3 Taking Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Taking a Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Understanding Status Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using QuickView with Videos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Reviewing a Video During QuickView. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Deleting a Video During QuickView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Reviewing a Video After QuickView Ends. . . . . . . . . . . 25

Changing Video Quality Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

4 Taking Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Taking a Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using QuickView With Still Pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Deleting a Picture During QuickView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Reviewing a Picture After QuickView Ends . . . . . . . . . 30

Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

5 Reviewing Pictures and Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Deleting Pictures and Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Setting Up a Slide Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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6 Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Installing Software on a WINDOWS-Based Computer . . . . 41

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Installing Software for the KODAK mc3 . . . . . . . . . . .42

Installing the mc3 as a Device for RealJukebox . . . . 43

Installing Software on a MACINTOSH Computer . . . . . . . .44

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Installing mc3 MACINTOSH Software . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

7 Working With Music, Video, and Picture Files . . . . . . . . 47

Connecting to a Computer, Television, or Stereo. . . . . . . . 48

Transferring Files to a WINDOWS-Based Computer . . . . . 49

Using a Picture Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Using the WINDOWS Open Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Using a Third-Party Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Transferring Files to a MACINTOSH Computer . . . . . . . . . 53

Using a Picture Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Using a Third-Party Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Locating Files on a Picture Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

How Files are Named. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

How Pictures and Videos are Numbered. . . . . . . . . . . .57

Renaming Files Transferred to the mc3 Device . . . . . . . . . 59

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8 Tips and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

9 Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

10 Warranty and Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Your Rights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Outside the United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Software Application Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

How to Obtain Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

11 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

General Maintenance and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Using Headphones Safely. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Using Batteries Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Maintaining the mc3 Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

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1 Getting Started

Preparing to Use the mc3 Device

Before using the KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device, you need to:

m Attach the wrist strap.

m Load the batteries.

m Insert a KODAK Picture Card.

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Attach the wrist strap to carry the mc3 device.

1 Thread the short loop of the wrist strap

through the recessed post.

2 Thread the long end of the wrist strap

through the short loop. Pull until secure.

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Loading the Batteries

Three AAA-size batteries are included with the mc3 device, so you can get

started immediately.

NOTE: Because digital devices are demanding on batteries, keep an

extra set of batteries handy.

Consider purchasing a KODAK Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Charger with

KODAK Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries, available as an accessory

through a dealer of KODAK products or from our Web site at

http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

For guidelines on safe battery usage, see “Using Batteries Safely” on page 76.

1 Slide the battery door, located on the

bottom of the device, so it flips open.

2 Insert the batteries as indicated inside the

battery compartment.

The single battery is inserted (+) end first;

the two other batteries are inserted (-) end

first.

3 Press down on the battery door. Slide it

until it locks in place.

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Inserting a Picture Card

The mc3 device comes with a KODAK Picture Card, which stores your pictures,

videos, and music. The Picture Card (also known as a CompactFlash or

memory card) is removable, reusable, and x-ray safe.

Important: Use only certified Picture Cards that carry the

CompactFlash logo. KODAK Picture Cards are available as an

accessory through a dealer of KODAK products, or from our Web

site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

1 After ensuring that the mc3 device power is off,

open the Picture Card door.

2 Hold the Picture Card by the end that has a

raised lip that you can feel with your fingers.

This lip should face the back of the device.

The opposite end of the Picture Card (with tiny

holes) should face into the card slot.

CAUTION: The Picture Card can only be

inserted one way; forcing it may damage the

card or mc3 device.

3 Slide the Picture Card into the card slot.

When it is flush with the side of the device,

push it firmly.

The eject button (above the Picture Card)

pops out.

4 Flip the eject button down. Close the

Picture Card door.

Lip

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Removing a Picture Card

Important: Do not eject a Picture Card while the video recording time

remaining is blinking on the LCD; you could lose your

video.

1 Open the Picture Card door.

2 Flip the eject button up, then firmly press it

with your fingertip.

The Picture Card partially slides out.

3 With your fingernail under the lip, pull the

Picture Card from the card slot. Then close

the door.

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Turning the mc3 Device On and Off

After you have inserted the batteries and a Picture Card, turn the device on.

1 Press the Power button.

The Power Indicator LED lights up.

The LCD displays an image or other

information.

2 To turn the mc3 device off, press the Power

button again.

The device completes any tasks it is

performing before it shuts off.

Po w e r

Indicator

Po w e r

Button

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Low Battery Icon

When battery power is low, a battery icon is displayed on the LCD. If no battery

icon is displayed, your batteries have enough power to run the mc3 device.

Sleep Mode

If the mc3 device senses no activity for an extended time, it enters “Sleep”

mode to conserve battery power. To awaken the device from Sleep mode, press

the Shutter button halfway down.

If the device is allowed to remain in Sleep mode, it will eventually turn off.

Press the Power button to turn the device back on.

Indicator Meaning

No icon is displayed on the

LCD

OK - Batteries are charged and ready for use.

Low - Batteries may need to be replaced or

recharged soon, but there is sufficient power

to use the device.

Power LED is flashing Exhausted - Batteries are too weak to power

the device. The device will not operate until

you replace or recharge the batteries.

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Customizing the mc3 Device

Using the Settings submenu, you can:

Find information on mode-specific settings in these chapters:

NOTE: If you remove the batteries from the device for an extended

period of time, or if the batteries become exhausted, you may need to

reapply a setting.

m Choose sound preferences

m Set date and time

m Set video out

m Choose a language

m Format a Picture Card

m View information about the mc3 device

To Adjust Settings

Specific To

Such As See Chapter

m Equalizer

m Repeat

m Shuffle

“Playing Internet

Music” on page 15

m Video quality (Good and

Best settings)

“Taking Videos” on

page 21

m Self-Timer “Taking Pictures” on

page 27

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Setting the Sound Preferences

You can set the mc3 device to these sound preferences:

To change the sound setting:

Selected

Confirmation sounds are played when:

m A picture is taken

m A video is started and stopped

All On m All the above, and

m When any valid button is pressed (except the Power button)

All Off No sounds

1 The Mode selector may be in any position. Press the

Menu button.

The settings for that mode are displayed.

2 Press the buttons to highlight the Settings

submenu. Then press the Select button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight the Sound icon,

then press the Select button.

The Sound settings are displayed.

4 Press the buttons to highlight the desired

setting. Press the Select button to save the setting.

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Setting the Date and Time

The mc3 device displays the date and time in a 24-hour format. To set or adjust

the date and time:

1 The Mode selector may be in any position. Press the

Menu button.

The settings for that mode are displayed.

2 Press the buttons to highlight the Settings

submenu. Then press the Select button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight the Date and Time

icon, then press the Select button.

The date and time settings are displayed.

4 Press the buttons to adjust the year, then press

the

button.

5 Repeat Step 4 for the month, day, and time.

6 When finished, press the Select button to save the

setting.

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Setting Video Out

If you want to display pictures and videos on a television or video monitor

(using an optional KODAK AV Cable), the Video Out feature needs to be

correctly set.

The mc3 device is compatible with NTSC or PAL video signals. The NTSC format

is used in most countries, including the United States. PAL is generally used in

European countries.

Accessories are available through a dealer of KODAK products or from our

Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

1 The Mode selector may be in any position. Press the

Menu button.

The settings for that mode are displayed.

2 Press the buttons to highlight the Settings

submenu. Then press the Select button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight the

Video Out icon, then press the Select button.

The Video out settings are displayed.

4 Press the buttons to highlight the desired

setting. Press the Select button to save the setting.

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Setting the Language

To change the language setting:

1 The Mode selector may be in any position. Press the

Menu button.

The settings for that mode are displayed.

2 Press the buttons to highlight the Settings

submenu. Then press the Select button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight the Language

icon, then press the Select button.

The Language settings are displayed.

4 Press the buttons to highlight the desired

setting. Press the Select button to save the setting.

The Settings submenu is displayed.

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Formatting a Picture Card

If you have a Picture Card that has been used in another digital device, the card

may not be properly formatted for the mc3 device.

Important: The Format Picture Card function erases the contents

of the Picture Card and prepares the card for use in

the device.

1 Ensure that a Picture Card is in the device. The Mode

selector may be in any position. Press the Menu button.

The settings for that mode are displayed.

2 Press the buttons to highlight the Settings

submenu. Then press the Select button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight the Format

Picture Card icon, then press the Select button.

The Format Picture Card menu is displayed.

4 Highlight Continue Format, then press the Select button.

The Formatting Card screen is displayed until the

Picture Card is formatted.

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About the mc3 Device

You can view information about your mc3 device, including:

m Current firmware version

m Total number of pictures taken

m Total number of video clips taken

1 The Mode selector may be in any position. Press the

Menu button.

The settings for that mode are displayed.

2 Press the buttons to highlight the Settings

submenu. Then press the Select button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight the About icon,

then press the Select button.

The About screen is displayed.

4 When finished, press the Menu button.

A screen similar to this is displayed.

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2 Playing Internet Music

Your KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device is a full-featured MP3 player!

With the mc3 device and its powerful software you can:

m Extract MP3 files from a music CD that you already own, or download

music from the Internet.

m Create, edit, and delete playlists.

m Play music through headphones or through a computer.

m Play music through a home, portable, or car stereo using an optional

stereo cable or cassette adapter.

Accessories are available through a dealer of KODAK products or from our

Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

For important MP3 information, See “Disclaimer” on page 73.

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Obtaining MP3 Music Files

After you have loaded the software that is included with the mc3 device (see

“Installing the Software” on page 39), you can transfer MP3 music to the

device using any of these methods:

Platform Method Details

WINDOWS WINDOWS

Explorer

Use standard WINDOWS functionality. See

“Using the WINDOWS Open Browser” on

page 51.

RealJukebox

Software

See “Installing Software for the KODAK

mc3” on page 42

A device such as

a card reader

See “Using a Picture Card Reader” on

page 50

MACINTOSH “Copy To”

method

Choose MC3 > Copy To MC3

A device such as

a card reader

See “Using a Picture Card Reader” on

page 54

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Playing Music

To play an MP3 music file from a Picture Card, slide the Mode selector to the

Music position.

NOTE: Use your computer software to edit the order of a playlist.

To connect the mc3 device to a computer, television, or stereo, see

“Connecting to a Computer, Television, or Stereo” on page 48.

To Action

Scroll through

songs

Press one of the

buttons.

Scan information

on songs

Press and hold one of

the buttons.

Play or pause Press the button

Stop Press the button.

Restart the current

song or to skip to

the next

Press and release one of

the buttons.

Fast forward or

rewind a song

Press and hold one of

the buttons.

Adjust the volume Press the (+) or (-)

buttons.

Listen privately Plug in headphones.

Headphone

Jack

Volume

Controls

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Adjusting Playback Options

You can adjust music settings to your preferences.

Icon Description

Equalizer

Adjusts low-, mid-, and high-range frequencies to give

best playback for these types of music:

m Pop

m Rock

m Jazz

m Classical

m Voice

Repeat

Repeats entire playlist until the Stop button is pressed, or

until the Mode selector is changed to another mode.

Shuffle

Plays MP3 files within a playlist in random order.

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To change the music settings:

1 Slide the Mode selector to the Music icon.

2 Press the Menu button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight the Equalizer,

Repeat, or Shuffle setting, then press the Select button.

4 Press the buttons to adjust the setting, then

press Select to apply the new setting.

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3 Taking Videos

Use your KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device to take and share videos

with sound. Just switch the device to the Video setting and get ready to take

great videos!

You can:

m Use the color LCD as a live viewfinder.

m Use the QuickView feature to review a video you just took, then choose

to keep or delete it.

m Adjust the video quality setting for desired results.

m Attach a tripod.

You can take approximately:

Seconds of Video Per Using This Setting

4 1 MB of Picture

Card storage

Best

20 Good

(ideal for e-mail)

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Taking a Video

To take a video:

1 Set the Mode selector to the Video position.

The LCD displays a live image.

2 Press the Shutter button all the way down,

then release the button.

The LCD displays “REC” and the

recording time remaining on the

Picture Card.

To stop taking a video, press the Shutter

button again.

Mode Selector

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Understanding Status Icons

While you are capturing a video, one or more of these status messages or icons

will be displayed on the LCD:

Display Status

Quality Setting m Quality icon — Indicates Best quality setting

(320 x 240 pixels; 20 frames per second)

m No icon — Indicates Good quality setting

(320 x 240 pixels; 10 frames per second)

10:15 The video time remaining is displayed in minutes and

seconds.

NOTE: Because actual resolution and compression may

vary according to subject, time remaining may decrease in

a nonuniform manner.

:00 There is no room left on the Picture Card.

Battery See “Low Battery Icon” on page 6.

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Using QuickView with Videos

When you are finished taking a video, the LCD displays the last frame of the

video and a trash can icon for five seconds. If you want to keep the video, take

no further action; the video is saved on the Picture Card.

Reviewing a Video During QuickView

To Action

Play or pause

a video

Press the button

Stop a video

Press the button

Fast-forward

or rewind

Press and hold one of the

buttons

Restart the

video

Press and release the

button

Adjust the

volume

Press the (+) and (-)

buttons on top of the device

Listen

privately

Plug in headphones

Headphone

Jack

Volume

Controls

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Deleting a Video During QuickView

Reviewing a Video After QuickView Ends

1 While the trash can icon is displayed, press the Select

button.

The LCD displays the Delete screen.

2 Press the buttons to highlight YES.

3 Press the Select button to apply the selection.

The device returns to Video Capture mode.

1 Press the

button.

The LCD displays the last frame of the most recent

video and the trash can icon.

2 Review or delete the video, or wait until the QuickView

ends.

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Changing Video Quality Settings

You can choose between two video quality settings:

m Best: 20 FPS (frames per second); 320 x 240 pixels

m Good: 10 FPS; 320 x 240 pixels (ideal for e-mail)

NOTE: Videos taken with the Best setting will take up more space on

the Picture Card.

To change the Quality setting:

1 With the Mode selector in the Video position, press

the Menu button.

The LCD displays the Video menu.

2 Highlight the Video Quality icon; then press the Select

button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight a Quality

selection. Press the Select button to apply the setting.

To return to Video Capture mode, press the Menu

button.

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4 Taking Pictures

The KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device makes taking pictures easy and

fun! Just set the device to the Picture setting, and you are on your way to

capturing great pictures. You can:

m Use the color LCD to frame your subject before you take a picture.

m Use the QuickView feature to review a picture you just took, then

choose to keep or delete it.

m Set the Self-Timer to put yourself in a picture.

m Use the tripod mount to attach to a tripod.

You can take approximately 10 pictures for each MB of Picture Card storage.

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Taking a Picture

Taking pictures with the mc3 device is a snap! The color LCD acts as a

viewfinder, so you can see what a picture looks like before you take it. You can

take a picture as close as 2.3 feet (0.7 meters).

1 Slide the Mode selector to the Pictures

position.

The LCD displays a live image and

approximate number of pictures

remaining. (The Self-Timer icon appears

if the Self-Timer is turned on. The battery

icon appears if battery power is low.)

2 Compose the picture using the LCD.

3 Press the Shutter button all the way down.

The picture is stored on the Picture Card.

4 Wait approximately 5 seconds before

taking another picture.

Mode Selector

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Using QuickView With Still Pictures

QuickView lets you review or delete a picture immediately after it is taken.

After you take a picture, the LCD displays that picture and a trash can icon for

five seconds. If you want to keep the picture, take no further action; the picture

is saved on the Picture Card.

Deleting a Picture During QuickView

1 While the trash can icon is displayed, press the Select

button.

The LCD displays the Delete screen.

2 Press the buttons to highlight YES.

3 Press the Select button to delete the picture.

The device returns to Picture mode.

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Reviewing a Picture After QuickView Ends

1 Press the button.

The LCD displays the most recent picture and the

trash can icon.

2 Delete the picture, or wait until the QuickView ends.

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Using the Self-Timer

When you set the Self-Timer and press the Shutter button, the mc3 device waits

10 seconds before taking the picture. This lets you get into the picture!

1 Move the Mode selector to the Pictures

position. Press the Menu button.

The LCD displays the Picture menu.

2 Press the buttons to highlight the

Self-Timer icon. Then press the Select

button.

3 Press the buttons to highlight ON,

then press the Select button.

The new Self-Timer setting is shown next

to the Self-Timer icon.

4 Press the Menu button.

The Self-Timer icon appears at the top of

the LCD.

5 Place the device on a tripod or firm

support. Compose the picture using the

LCD. Press the Shutter button all the way

down, and then move into the picture.

The Self-Timer icon blinks until the

picture is taken. If sounds are turned on,

the device also “beeps” during this time.

DC80 Digital Camera

ICES-003 class B

Made in Taiwan

N137

VIDEO

OUT

3-AAA BATT.

Tripod Mount

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Canceling the Self-Timer

The Self-Timer feature is turned off after a picture is taken.

To cancel the Self-Timer selection before a picture is taken, do any of

the following:

m Turn off the mc3 device.

m Slide the Mode selector to change to a different mode.

m Press the Shutter button a second time. (A picture will not be taken,

but the device remains in Self-Timer mode.)

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5 Reviewing Pictures and Videos

The KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device lets you show off your pictures

and videos to your friends, as well as delete unwanted pictures or videos.

To run a slide show of pictures and videos, see “Setting Up a Slide Show” on

page 36.

1 Slide the Mode selector to the Review

position.

The most recent picture or video is

displayed. Pictures and videos are

numbered. Videos are designated by the

Video Camera icon.

2 Use the buttons to scroll through

pictures and videos.

To play or pause a video, press the

button. To stop, press the button.

To restart the current video, or skip to the

next video, press and release one of the

buttons.

To fast forward or rewind a video, press

and hold one of the buttons. To

adjust the volume, press the (+) and (-)

buttons on the top of the device.

Headphone

Jack

Volume

Controls

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Deleting Pictures and Videos

The mc3 device lets you delete pictures and videos that you no longer want.

You can delete one or all of your pictures and videos.

Deleting a Picture or Video During Review Mode

There are two ways to delete pictures and videos in Review mode; the first is

much like during a QuickView.

1 Slide the Mode selector to the Review position.

The most recent picture or video is displayed.

Pictures and videos are numbered, and videos are

designated by the Video Camera icon.

2 Use the buttons to locate the picture or video you

wish to delete.

The trash can icon is displayed for 5 seconds.

3 To delete the video, press the Select button while the

trash can icon is displayed.

4 Follow the prompts to confirm the deletion.

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Deleting All Pictures and Videos

Using the Menu button, you can delete some or all pictures and videos:

1 With the Mode selector in the Review position, press the

Menu button.

The Review menu is displayed.

2 Use the buttons to highlight the trash can icon,

then press the Select button.

The Delete menu is displayed.

3 Use the buttons to highlight one of these

choices:

m This Picture

m Exit (without deleting anything)

m All Images

4 Press the Select button to apply the selection.

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Setting Up a Slide Show

You can set up a slide show to view pictures and videos continuously:

You can run the slide show on a television. See “Television or stereo: Use a

KODAK AV Cable (optional accessory).” on page 48 for details. (A television

connection requires an optional KODAK AV Cable.)

1 With the Mode selector in the Review position, press

the Menu button.

The Review menu is displayed.

2 Highlight the Slide Show icon, then press the

Select button.

The Slide Show Interval menu is displayed.

3 Press the buttons to designate the number of

seconds to display each picture. (Videos are not

affected by this setting.)

4 Press the Select button to apply the setting.

The slide show begins automatically and ends after

the last picture or video is displayed.

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Controlling a Slide Show

Use these buttons to control the slide show:

Action Button Effect

Press Pause or resume the slide show

Press Display the previous or next picture or video

Press and hold Fast-forward or rewind a video

Press End the slide show

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6 Installing the Software

Included with your KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device is software that

lets you use the pictures, videos, and music files that you store on the Picture

Card.

For WINDOWS-based computers (see page 41):

For MACINTOSH computers (see page 44):

Software Package Function

KODAK mc3 Connection

Software

Provides mc3 drivers and the mc3

Connection application

APPLE QUICKTIME 4 for

WINDOWS

Plays mc3 videos

RealJukebox Plays and records digital music

RealJukebox Plug-in and Skin Downloads MP3 files and the mc3

RealJukebox Skin

Software Package Function

KODAK mc3 MACINTOSH

Software

Provides mc3 drivers and the mc3

Connection application

APPLE QUICKTIME 4 Plays mc3 videos

MUSICMATCH Software Plays and records digital music

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For both WINDOWS-based and MACINTOSH computers:

Information on using the software can be found in the online help supplied

with each software application.

Software Package Function

ADOBE ACROBAT Reader For displaying PDF files

ARCSOFT VIDEOIMPRESSION

Software

For creating, animating, and editing

desktop videos using video, audio, and

image files

ARCSOFT PHOTOIMPRESSION

Software

For viewing and editing pictures

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Installing Software on a WINDOWS-

Based Computer

System Requirements

m WINDOWS 98/SE, WINDOWS ME, WINDOWS 2000

m Personal computer with PENTIUM 90-MHz microprocessor

(minimum; 266-MHz is recommended) and CD-ROM drive

m Color display monitor with 256 color (High Color 16-bit or True

Color 24-bit recommended)

m 32 MB or more of available RAM (64 MB or more is recommended)

m A minimum of 70 MB of hard disk space available

m Available USB port or CompactFlash card reader

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Installing Software for the KODAK mc3

These software packages are necessary to enjoy the full KODAK mc3

experience on your computer:

1 Close all other software programs before loading the software. If you are

not sure which applications to shut down, consult the computer or

software manufacturer for details.

2 Place the software CD into the CD-ROM drive.

If Auto Play is enabled, the first install window automatically appears. If the first

install window does not automatically appear, choose Run from the Start

menu. In the Run dialog box, type the drive letter that contains the CD and type

\setup.exe. For example: d:\setup.exe

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to install all software. (Install the

RealJukebox plug-in after you install RealJukebox. Also see “Installing the

mc3 as a Device for RealJukebox” on page 43.)

NOTE: During installation, take a moment to fill out and send the

product registration card. This entitles you to information on

software updates and registers some of the bundled products. (You

may also use the online registration form.)

4 Restart the computer after installing KODAK mc3 Software.

Software Package Function

KODAK mc3 Software Provides mc3 drivers and the mc3

Connection application

QUICKTIME 4 for WINDOWS Plays mc3 videos

RealJukebox Plays and records digital music

RealJukebox Plug-in and

Skin

Downloads MP3 files and the mc3

RealJukebox Skin

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Installing the mc3 as a Device for RealJukebox

1 Start the RealJukebox application and then choose Tools > Install Device.

2 In the Preferences dialog box, click the Devices/Storage tab and then click

Add.

3 In the Add Devices/Storage dialog box, select KODAK mc3 and then click

OK.

The Preferences dialog box shows KODAK mc3 in the Installed Devices

list.

To further configure transfer options (optional):

m Select Kodak mc3 from the Installed Devices list.

m Click Configure on the Devices/Storage card of the Preferences dialog

box.

m In the Configure KODAK mc3 dialog box, select the desired file

transfer and quality options and click OK.

4 In the Preferences dialog box, click OK to close the window.

You are now ready to use RealJukebox with the mc3 device.

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Installing Software on a MACINTOSH

Computer

System Requirements

m MACINTOSH operating system 8.6 through 9.0.4

m PowerPC-based MACINTOSH computer with CD-ROM drive

m Color display monitor with minimum resolution of 640 by 480 (1024

by 768 preferred) and 256 colors (Thousands or Millions

recommended)

m 32 MB or more of available RAM (64 MB is recommended)

m A minimum of 70 MB of hard disk space

m Available USB port or CompactFlash card reader

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Installing mc3 MACINTOSH Software

These software packages are necessary to enjoy the full KODAK mc3

experience on your computer:

1 Place the software CD into the CD-ROM drive.

The browser launches automatically. (If it does not launch,

double-click the mc3 CD icon, then double-click the Start icon.)

NOTE: During installation, take a moment to fill out and send the

product registration card. This entitles you to information on

software updates and registers some of the bundled products. (You

may also use the online registration form.)

2 If prompted, restart the computer when the software installation is

complete.

Software Package Function

KODAK mc3 MACINTOSH Software Provides mc3 drivers and the mc3

Connection application

APPLE QUICKTIME for MACINTOSH Plays mc3 videos

MUSICMATCH Software Plays and records digital music

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7 Working With Music, Video,

and Picture Files

You can connect your KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device and:

m Play Internet music on a stereo (using optional AV Cable).

m Present pictures and videos on a television (using optional AV Cable).

m Edit pictures, videos, and audio on a computer.

You can transfer your music files, videos, and pictures from the mc3 device to

a computer by using the USB cable (supplied).

You will want to transfer your media files from the mc3 device to your

computer to:

m Enjoy best video playback performance

m View pictures

m Play music files on you favorite MP3 player

m Keep files secure on your hard disk

m Free up space on your Picture Card

You can also transfer files from your Picture Card to a computer using an

optional card reader, such as the KODAK USB Picture Card Reader, available

through a dealer of KODAK products or from our Web site at

http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

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Connecting to a Computer, Television, or

Stereo

USB computer: Use the USB cable (provided).

Television or stereo: Use a KODAK AV Cable (optional accessory).

1 Place the mc3 device on its front.

2 Plug the appropriate end of the USB cable

into the port on the bottom of the device.

3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into an

open USB port on the computer.

The mc3 device automatically turns on.

MACINTOSH OS: An mc3 icon appears on

the desktop.

WINDOWS OS: An mc3 icon appears in

the My Computer or Explorer window.

The mc3 Connection Software launches.

1 Plug the appropriate end of the TV Cable

into the video out port on the bottom of the

device.

2 TV/VCR: Connect the RCA audio plugs

(red and white) and the video plug

(yellow) to the audio and video in jacks on

the TV or VCR.

Stereo: Connect the RCA audio plugs to the

audio in (left and right channels) jacks on

the stereo. (Use a cassette adapter to play

music through a car stereo.)

DC80 Digital Camera

ICES-003 class B

Made in Taiwan

N137

VIDEO

OUT

3-AAA BATT.

USB Port

DC80 Digital Camera

ICES-003 class B

Made in Taiwan

N137

VIDEO

OUT

3-AAA BATT.

Video Out Port

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Transferring Files to a WINDOWS-Based

Computer

When you connect the mc3 device to your computer, the application window

displays the contents of the Picture Card in KODAK mc3 view. The application

window provides the work space for:

m Viewing thumbnails of pictures stored on the Picture Card

m Transferring pictures, music, and videos to your computer

m Deleting music, videos, and pictures

m E-mailing pictures and videos

m Printing your pictures

m Launching other music and editing applications

You can also use the application window to view the contents of the

C:\Kodak Pictures\mc3 Inbox folder, which was created when the software was

installed and stores the pictures, videos, and music files you transfer to your

computer from the Picture Card.

Accessing Help

To access online help, choose Help > KODAK mc3 Software Help.

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Using a Picture Card Reader

In addition to connecting your mc3 device to the computer to get your media

files, Kodak provides two optional accessories to help you get your media files.

m CompactFlash Card Reader is a mouse-sized card reader that can

greatly decrease the time to transfer your media files from the mc3

device to your computer.

m KODAK Picture Card Adapter lets you use a CompactFlash Card in

PCMCIA-ATA compatible devices. A 50-pin Picture Card fits snugly in

the adapter, providing 68-pin PCMCIA-ATA compatibility.

Accessories are available through a dealer of KODAK products or from our

Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

To Get Media Files Using a Card Reader

1 In the My Computer window, right-click the card reader icon or the

PCMCIA drive icon, and choose Open or Explore from the context menu.

2 If you are using the Open browser, open the folder on your hard disk

where you want to transfer the media files and then position the folder so

you can see the Open window.

3 Do either of the following:

m Music files: Double-click the MUSIC folder.

m Still pictures or video clips: Double-click the DCIM folder and

then double-click 100__MC3 folder.

4 Select the files you want and drag them to the folder opened in step 2.

To listen to a music file, play a video clip, or view a still picture in the

destination folder, double-click the file. The file is opened in the default

application registered to open files of that format. In mc3 Inbox view, you can

drag a file to the linked application designated to open files of that format.

NOTE: For best on-screen viewing of your media files, set your monitor

display to High Color (16-bit) or True Color (24-bit).

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Using the WINDOWS Open Browser

To transfer media files using the Open browser:

1 In the My Computer window, do the following:

m Open the folder on your hard disk where you want to transfer the

media files and then position the folder so you can see the My

Computer window.

m Double-click the KODAK mc3 icon.

2 Do either of the following:

m Music files: Double-click the MUSIC folder.

m Still pictures or video clips: Double-click the DCIM folder and

then double-click 100__MC3 folder.

3 Select the files you want and drag them to the folder opened in step 1.

To listen to a music file, play a video clip, or view a still picture in the

destination folder, double-click the file. The file is opened in the default

application registered to open files of that format. In mc3 Inbox view, you can

drag a file to the linked application designated to open files of that format.

NOTE: For best on-screen viewing of your media files, set your monitor

display to High Color (16-bit) or True Color (24-bit).

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Using a Third-Party Application

You can open media files stored on the Picture Card using any third-party

application that supports and/or is registered to open MP3 music files,

QUICKTIME video clips, or JPEG pictures.

To register a file format and associate an application with it, choose

View > Options from the My Computer window and then click the File Types

tab. For more information, see the WINDOWS Help.

Opening a Media File in a Third-party Application

1 Transfer files from the mc3 device to your computer using mc3

Connections Software or WINDOWS Explorer.

2 Using the Third-Party media application (such as ARCSOFT

VIDEOIMPRESSION), choose File > Open.

3 Navigate to the folder where the transferred file resides, and select the file.

NOTE: For best on-screen viewing of your media files, set

your monitor display to High Color (16-bit) or True Color

(24-bit).

The music files are copied to the mc3 device. When the files are

successfully transferred, the Transfer Status column indicates On

Device.

For more help with software, choose Help > KODAK mc3 Software Help.

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Transferring Files to a MACINTOSH

Computer

You will want to transfer your media files from the mc3 device to your

computer to:

m Enjoy best video playback performance

m View pictures

m Play music files on you favorite MP3 player

m Keep files secure on your hard disk

m Free up space on your Picture Card

When you connect the mc3 device to your computer, the device appears as an

icon on your desktop.

1 Double-click the mc3 icon.

2 Double-click the appropriate folder.

m Music files: Double-click the MUSIC folder.

m Still pictures and video clips: Double-click the DCIM folder, then

double-click the 100__MC3 folder.

3 Drag and drop the desired files to the desired location on the computer.

Accessing Help

To access online help, choose MC3 > MC3 Help.

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Using a Picture Card Reader

In addition to connecting the mc3 device to a computer to get your media files,

Kodak provides two optional accessories you can use to get your files.

m CompactFlash Card Reader can greatly decrease the time to transfer

files from your mc3 device to the computer.

m KODAK Picture Card Adapter lets you use a CompactFlash Card in

PCMCIA-ATA compatible devices. A 50-pin Picture Card

(CompactFlash Card) fits in the adapter.

Accessories are available through a dealer of KODAK products or from our

Web site at http://www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

1 Open the folder on your hard disk where you want to copy the files. You

can use the Kodak Pictures folder to store and organize your files. To make

it easier to access the Kodak Pictures folder, you can view it as a pop-up

window.

2 On the desktop, double-click the KODAK mc3 icon.

3 Do either of the following:

m Music files: Double-click the MUSIC folder.

m Still pictures and video clips: Double-click the DCIM folder and

then double-click the 100__MC3 folder.

4 Select the files you want and drag them to the folder opened in step 1. If

the Kodak Pictures folder is displayed as a pop-up window at the bottom of

the desktop, you can click the Kodak Pictures tab and then drag the files

into the appropriate subfolder.

To listen to a music file, play a video clip, or view a still picture in the

destination folder, double-click the file. You can also open files in any third-

party application that supports that file format.

NOTE: For best on-screen viewing of pictures, set your monitor display

to Thousands or Millions of colors.

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Using a Third-Party Application

You can open media files stored on the Picture Card using any third-party

application that supports and/or is registered to open MP3 music files,

QUICKTIME video clips, or JPEG pictures.

Opening a Media File in a Third-party Application

1 Make sure the KODAK mc3 icon is on the desktop. If the icon is not on the

desktop, turn off the mc3 device and then turn it on.

2 Using a third-party media application (such as ARCSOFT

VIDEOIMPRESSION), choose File > Open.

3 In the Open dialog box, click Desktop and then select KODAK mc3.

4 Navigate to the folder where the desired file resides. Select the file, then

click Open.

For more information, see the software application’s help section.

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Locating Files on a Picture Card

Music, video, and picture files are stored on the KODAK Picture Card according

to a standard agreed upon by many device manufacturers.

If you use a card reader to retrieve your pictures or you cannot locate your

pictures using the software, the following description of the file structure may

be helpful. These folders are created when a new Picture Card is inserted in

the mc3 device:

m System folder: A root-level folder where the mc3 firmware resides

prior to an update.

m MUSIC folder: Contains music files.

m DCIM folder: A root-level folder containing the 100__MC3 folder.

Each time you turn the mc3 device on or insert a different Picture

Card, any empty folders within the DCIM folder are removed.

m 100__MC3: Stores pictures and videos taken with the mc3 device.

NOTE: Depending on your operating system and settings, you may see

the System, Music, and 100__MC3 folders displayed as SYSTEM, MUSIC,

and 100__MC3 on the Picture Card.

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How Files are Named

Files on the Picture Card are named as follows:

m Music files retain their original filename with the file extension MP3.

Music files are stored in the MUSIC folder on the Picture Card.

m Video clips are named VID_xxxx.MOV, where xxxx represents the

video clip file number and MOV indicates the file is a QUICKTIME

video clip. Video clips are stored in the 100__MC3 folder on the

Picture Card.

m Still pictures are named PIC_xxxx.JPG, where xxxx represents the

picture number and JPG indicates that the picture is taken in the JPEG

file format. Still pictures are stored in the 100__MC3 folder on the

Picture Card.

How Pictures and Videos are Numbered

Pictures and videos are numbered in the order in which they are taken. For

example, the first picture in the \DCIM\100__MC3 folder is PIC_0001.JPG.

The mc3 device maintains a count of the number of pictures taken, which is

used to determine the number of the next picture taken.

m Even if you transfer pictures or videos to the computer or delete these

files from the Picture Card, the mc3 device uses consecutive numbers

for all subsequent pictures. For example, if the last picture was

PIC_0007.JPG, the next picture is PIC_0008.JPG.

m When you insert a different Picture Card into your mc3 device, the

next number is derived by incrementing the higher of the last picture

or video in the device or the highest existing number in the folder on

the card.

m When you insert the Picture Card into a different mc3 device, the next

picture or video number is derived by incrementing either the highest

existing number or the highest number previously taken by that

device.

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Once you take picture PIC_9999.JPG in the \DCIM\100__MC3 folder,

subsequent pictures will appear in a new folder (\DCIM\101__mc3) on the

Picture Card, beginning with picture PIC_0000.JPG.

If you use the Picture Card in a camera or device other than the KODAK mc3,

and that manufacturer adheres to this file structure standard, the \DCIM folder

will contain a folder named by that camera or device. Any pictures taken with

that camera or device are stored in the folder using the naming conventions

established by the manufacturer.

For more information, refer to the documentation that accompanied that

camera or device.

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Renaming Files Transferred to the mc3

Device

WINDOWS-Based Computers

When you transfer media files to your Picture Card, the mc3 device limits the

number of characters you can use in the filename to 8.3. Before you transfer a

file to the device, check the filename. If it is more than 8.3 characters, either

let WINDOWS software rename the file or rename the file yourself.

IMPORTANT: Do not rename media files stored on the Picture Card.

Names must follow DOS-format and can contain up to eight characters (A

through Z) and numbers (0 through 9), followed by the three-character

extension. You cannot use spaces or the following symbols:

m Period (.)

m Slash (/)

m Brackets ([ ])

m Semicolon (;)

m Equal sign (=)

m Quotation marks (“”)

m Backslash (\)

m Colon (:)

m Vertical bar (|)

m Comma (,)

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MACINTOSH Computers

When you transfer music files to your Picture Card, the mc3 device limits the

number of characters you can use in the filename. Before you transfer a file to

the device, rename the file.

Filenames can contain up to eight characters (A through Z) and numbers (0

through 9). You cannot use spaces or the following symbols:

m Period (.)

m Slash (/)

m Brackets ([ ])

m Semicolon (;)

m Equal sign (=)

m Quotation marks (“”)

m Backslash (\)

m Colon (:)

m Vertical bar (|)

m Comma (,)

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8 Tips and Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble, check the following tables for solutions. Additional

technical information is available in the ReadMe file located in the KODAK

Digital Camera folder. For the latest updates to this information, visit our Web

site at www.kodak.com. (Click Service and Support.)

Picture Card

Problem Cause Solution

The mc3

device does

not recognize

a Picture

Card.

The card may not be

CompactFlash certified.

Purchase a certified CompactFlash

Card.

The card may be corrupt

or formatted for use in

other digital devices.

Format the card. See “Formatting a

Picture Card” on page 12.

A card is not properly

inserted in the mc3

device.

Insert a Picture Card, ensuring it is

firmly seated in the mc3 device. See

“Inserting a Picture Card” on page 3.

Cannot erase

an MP3 file

from a

Picture Card.

The file may be

read-only.

m Use a card reader to delete the

file or to change its attributes to

read-write. (You can also

accomplish this by connecting

the mc3 device the computer

and using the computer’s file

system.)

m Format the card.

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mc3 Device

Problem Cause Solution

The mc3 device is in

“sleep” mode.

To conserve battery

power, the device goes

into sleep mode if not

used for an extended

time. If the device still

senses no activity, it shuts

down.

Press the Menu button to

awaken the device. If the

device has shut off, press

the Power button to turn

it back on.

The Power LED flashes. Battery power is too low

for the mc3 device to

function.

Replace or recharge the

batteries. See “Loading

the Batteries” on page 2.

A Battery icon appears on

the LCD.

Battery power is low. The mc3 device may still

be used until the

batteries are exhausted.

Keep a fresh set of

batteries (or a KODAK-

specified battery

charger) on hand.

When taking or deleting

pictures, the number of

pictures remaining

occasionally skips a

number, or the number

does not change.

Image file sizes vary,

depending on the content

of the picture.

This is normal.

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mc3 Device

Problem Cause Solution

Cannot take a picture or

video.

No Picture Card is

installed.

Install a Picture Card. See

“Inserting a Picture

Card” on page 3.

Picture Card is full. Either replace the Picture

Card or delete pictures

or videos from the card.

The mc3 device is writing

to the Picture Card.

Wait until the device is

finished.

During Review mode, an

“Unrecognized File

Format” message

appears.

Pictures from a KODAK

or other digital camera

may be on the Picture

Card.

The device displays only

those file formats that it

recognizes.

A video clip skips during

playback on mc3 device.

Over time, a Picture Card

may become fragmented.

Transfer desired music,

video, and picture files to

a computer. Then,

reformat the Picture

Card. (See page 12.)

The LCD is hard to read. There is insufficient light. Sufficient light is needed

for reflective LCD.

An e-mailed Video File

cannot be read by

recipient.

mc3 device videos are

saved in MOV file format.

Recipient must have

APPLE QUICKTIME.

Download QUICKTIME

(free of charge) from

www.apple.com.

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LCD Messages

Message Cause Solution

Picture Card Full There is not enough

room on the Picture Card

to take another picture

or video, or to copy a

music file.

Do any of the following:

m Replace the Picture

Card.

m Switch to Review

mode and delete

unwanted pictures or

videos.

m Switch to Music

mode and delete

unwanted music

files.

m If trying to take a

video clip, change to

a lower Quality

Setting.

Insert Picture Card There is no Picture Card

in the mc3 device.

Insert a Picture Card into

the device.

Picture Card Unreadable The mc3 device cannot

access the Picture Card.

Either format (see

“Formatting a Picture

Card” on page 12) or

replace the current

Picture Card.

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mc3 Device Communications

Problem Cause Solution

An error message states

that the computer cannot

find the mc3 device.

The device is not

connected to the USB

cable, or the cable is not

connected to the

computer USB port.

Connect the cable to the

device and the computer

port. See “Connecting to

a Computer, Television,

or Stereo” on page 48.

Some laptops turn off

ports to conserve energy.

See the Power

Management section of

the laptop’s

documentation to disable

this feature.

Computer or Monitor

Problem Cause Solution

A video clip skips during

playback on a computer.

Playback quality is determined by a computer’s

processor, hard drive, memory, and video card.

The image on your

monitor is jagged or

inappropriately colored.

The monitor may not be

set correctly.

Adjust the monitor

display settings. Refer to

the computer’s

documentation for more

information.

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9 Where to Get Help

If you need help with your KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device, it is

available from a number of resources:

Software Help

To obtain help with the software packaged with the mc3 device, use the online

help or contact the manufacturer of the software. To access KODAK mc3 online

help:

m MACINTOSH: Choose MC3 > MC3 Help

m WINDOWS: Within the KODAK mc3 Connection application, choose

Help > KODAK mc3 Software Help

Online Services

Get information from Kodak via:

m America Online: (keyword) KODAK

m CompuServe: GO KODAK

m World Wide Web: http://www.kodak.com (click the Service and

Support link)

m Chapter 8 “Tips and

Troubleshooting”

m Place of purchase

m Software manufacturer

m Product information by fax

m Technical support

m World Wide Web

m Online help

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Faxed Information

Kodak offers automated support by fax:

m U.S. and Canada: 1-800-508-1531

m Europe: 44-0-131-458-6962

m U.K.: 44-0-131-458-6962

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10 Warranty and Regulatory

Information

Limited Warranty

Kodak warrants the KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device to be free from

malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for one year

from the date of purchase. Retain the original sales receipt; dated proof of

purchase is required for warranty coverage.

Warranty Replacement Coverage

This warranty will be honored within the geographical location that the

product was purchased.

Kodak will REPLACE the KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device if it fails to

function properly during the warranty period, subject to any conditions and/or

limitations stated herein. Such replacement is the sole remedy under this

warranty. If it is necessary to replace the entire product, it may be replaced

with a remanufactured product.

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Limitations

Warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase, such as

a copy of the original dated sales receipt.

This warranty does not apply to the batteries used in this device. This warranty

does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak’s control, nor problems caused

by failure to follow the operating instructions in the user’s guide.

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,

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

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 one year from the purchase date. The

option of replacement 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 and excluded herefrom.

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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; you may have other rights, which vary from state to state or

by jurisdiction.

Outside the United States

In countries other than the United States, the terms and conditions of this

warranty may be different. Unless 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.

Software Application Support

For application specific support, contact your reseller, systems integrator,

software manufacturer, or dealer.

How to Obtain Service

Visit us on the Internet at http://www.kodak.com. Please refer to “Where to Get

Help” on page 67 for support information in your location.

When returning the device, use the original packaging materials. Enclose a

problem report with the device. If the original packaging has been discarded

or is not available, packaging will be at the owner's expense.

Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing

by a Kodak company, no other warranty or liability exists beyond the

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information contained above, even though defect, damage or loss may be

caused by negligence or other act.

To obtain warranty service, contact your local Kodak service representative.

Regulatory Information

FCC Compliance and Advisory

This device complies with Part 15 of the 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.

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

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with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure

compliance with FCC regulation.

Canadian DOC Statement

DOC Class B Compliance—This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class

B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio

interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Obervation des normes-Class B—Le présent appareil numérique n’émet

pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils

numériques de la Classe B prescrites dans les règlements sur le brouillage

redioélectrique édictés par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

Disclaimer

The KODAK mc3 Portable Multimedia Device is intended for personal use and

enjoyment by individual users only. It is the responsibility of the user to secure

the right or permission to use MP3 files. Distributing copies of MP3 files

without proper authorization to do so is a violation of U.S. and international

accordance with applicable copyright laws.

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11 Appendix

Specifications

Lens Focal Length 37 mm (35 mm film equivalent)

Focus range 2.3 feet (0.7 meters) to infinity

Viewfinder Color LCD 1.6 inch diagonal; reflective type

Operation Preview at 20 FPS

Image Storage External only (CompactFlash Type I)

Power Supply 3 AAA cells (Alkaline, Ni-Cd, or Ni-MH)

Capture Modes Still image, still image Self-Timer, motion audio

Output Still Image File format: EXIF 2.1

Resolution: 640 x 480, 24-bit color

Thumbnail: 160 x 120, 24-bit color

Motion

audio

Resolution: 320 x 240 (10 or 20 FPS)

Compression: MPEG4

Audio: Mono, 8 kHz

File format: QUICKTIME (.mov)

Audio Player File Format: MP3 compatible

Output: Stereo through headphones or stereo line

audio out from AV jack (using optional AV cable)

Video Video Out NTSC or PAL from AV jack (using optional AV cable)

Host Interface USB

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General Maintenance and Safety

Using Headphones Safely

m Set the volume to the lowest level before you begin listening, then

carefully adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

m Once you set the volume, do not increase it. Over time, your ears

adapt to the volume level. Although a volume level is comfortable, it

might still damage your hearing.

m Do not listen at high-volume levels; extended high-volume listening

can cause permanent hearing loss.

m Do not turn up the volume during a quiet musical passage; you might

damage your hearing when a sudden, loud passage occurs.

m Do not wear headphones while operating a motor vehicle or while

riding a bicycle; this can create a safety hazard and is illegal in some

areas. Even though some headphones are designed to let you hear

outside sounds, they still present a safety hazard.

Using Batteries Safely

m Keep batteries away from children.

m Discard used batteries according to applicable local and national

regulations. Utilize established community battery recycling programs

where available.

m Kodak recommends KODAK PHOTOLIFE Alkaline Batteries or KODAK

Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries.

m If you elect to use alkaline batteries in the mc3 device, you will obtain

better performance from “photo-flash grade” alkaline batteries, such

as KODAK PHOTOLIFE Alkaline Batteries. These types of batteries last

more than twice as long in digital applications as ordinary alkaline

batteries. Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable; do not attempt to

recharge them in a battery charger.

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m Remove the batteries when the device is stored for long periods of

time.

m Always follow the battery manufacturer’s directions fully. Do not

attempt to disassemble, short circuit, or subject the battery to high

temperature or fire.

m Replace all batteries of a set at the same time. New batteries should

not be mixed with used ones. Do not mix rechargeable and non-

rechargeable batteries. Do not mix alkaline or Ni-MH types of

batteries. Do not mix different grades or brands of batteries. Failure to

observe this precaution may result in some batteries in a set being

driven beyond their normal exhaust point and increase their

possibility of leakage.

m NOT ALL BATTERIES ARE CREATED EQUAL. Battery life depends

significantly on age, usage conditions, type, brand, and device. Not all

batteries perform well under these challenging conditions. In Kodak

lab tests, Ni-MH rechargeable batteries delivered outstanding results

in a variety of conditions. Ni-MH batteries are designed for high-

demand devices, such as digital devices, and do not exhibit the

“memory” effects seen with other rechargeable technologies.

m In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin,

immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and plenty of

water. Customers inside the U.S. can contact Kodak Health, Safety, and

Environment Information at 1-716-722-5151. Customers outside the

U.S. should contact their local health care provider.

m In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the device, U.S.

customers can contact the Kodak Information Center at 1-800-242-

2424. Customers outside the U.S. can contact their local Kodak

Customer Service representative.

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Maintaining the mc3 Device

m Avoid exposing the mc3 device to moisture or extreme temperatures.

m Clean the outside of the device by wiping with a clean, dry cloth. Never

use harsh or abrasive cleansers or organic solvents on the device or

any of its parts.

m Do not allow chemicals, such as suntan lotion, to come in contact with

the surface of the device.

Cleaning the Lens and LCD Screen

Do not use cleaning solutions unless they are designed specifically

for camera lenses. Do not wipe the lens or LCD screen with

chemically treated eyeglass lens tissue as it may scratch the lens.

1 Blow gently on the lens or LCD screen to remove dust and dirt.

2 Moisten the lens or LCD screen by breathing lightly on it.

3 Wipe the lens or LCD screen gently with a soft, lint-free cloth or an

untreated lens-cleaning tissue.

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Index

About mc3 13

America Online 67

Appendix 75

ArcSoft

PHOTOIMPRESSION 40

VIDEOIMPRESSION 40

Attach wrist strap 1

AV cable 36, 48

Battery, Batteries

Charger 2

Door 2

Fluid 77

Loading 2

Low battery icon 6

Power LED 6

Using 76

Canadian DOC Statement 73

Cleaning 78

CompactFlash Card

Formatting 12

Full 64

Inserting 3

Not recognized 61

Removing 4

Unreadable 64

CompuServe 67

Connecting

To a computer 48

To a TV or stereo 48

Date and time 9

Deleting

All Pictures and Videos 35

Picture after QuickView 30

Picture during QuickView

Picture in Review Mode 34

Video after QuickView 25

Video during QuickView 25

Video in Review Mode 34

Disclaimer 73

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Equalizer 18

Error

Cannot find the mc3 65

Unreadable Card 64

Unrecognized file format 63

FCC Compliance 72

File format unrecognized 63

Firmware version 13

Formatting a Picture Card 12

FPS 26

Health 77

Help

Faxed information 68

Online Services 67

Software 67

Where to get 67

Icon, Steady battery 62

Inserting a Picture Card 3

Installing software 39

Language 11

Locating Pictures 56

MACINTOSH System

Requirements 44

Maintenance and safety 76

Memory Card

Formatting 12

Full 64

Inserting 3

Not recognized 61

Removing 4

Unreadable 64

Monitor 65

MP3

Disclaimer 73

Obtaining files 16

Player 15

Playing music files 17

NTSC 10

Online services 67

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PAL 10

PHOTOIMPRESSION 40

Picture Card

Formatting 12

Full 64

Inserting 3

Not recognized 61

Removing 4

Unreadable 64

Pictures

Locating 56

Taking 27

Playback Options 18

Playlist

Repeat 18

Shuffle 18

Quality, video 26

QuickView

With still pictures 29

With videos 24

ReadMe 61

RealJukebox 16

REC 22

Rechargeable 2

Regulatory information 69

Repeat playlist 18

Reviewing Pictures, Videos 33

Safety 76

Self-Timer 31

Service 71

Settings

Changing 7

Date and time 9

Language 11

Playback 18

Sound 10

Video out 10

Video quality 26

Shuffle playlist 18

Sleep mode 6

Slide Show 36

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Software

Help 67

Installing 39

mc3 49, 53

Support 71

Sound Settings 10

Specifications 75

Strap, wrist 1

Taking

Pictures 27

Videos 21

Timer 31

Tripod 31

Troubleshooting 61

Unreadable Card 64

Unrecognized file format 63

USB Cable 48

Using batteries 76

Video

File 63

Out 10

Quality settings 26

Status icons 23

Taking 21

VIDEOIMPRESSION 40

Warranty 69

WINDOWS System Requirements

Wrist strap 1

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