KODAK Mini Video Camera

Extended user guide

Model Zm1
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Eastman Kodak Company
Rochester, New York 14650
© Kodak, 2010
All screen images are simulated.
Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.
MICROSD and MICROSDHC are trademarks of the SD Card Association.
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 Product features

Front view, Bottom view

Microphone,
Speaker

Lens

USB Reset
USB release Card button Battery

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Product features

Back view, Closing the door

LCD

Power
Scroll Mode (Video/Picture)
Menu OK, Record, Shutter
• Scroll button
• Digital Zoom + – Strap post
• Adjust volume
during video Battery (not
playback. user-replaceable)

Door MICRO
latch SD/SDHC
Card Door
USB slot
USB
release
Important:
To prevent breakage,
push at a 45-degree angle.

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Understanding the status icons

Elapsed time Recording

Recording Battery level

Zoom level

Capture mode Card inserted

Playback
Elapsed time Battery level

Volume level

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Table of contents 1
1 Setting up your camera .........................................................................1
Charging the battery (approximately 1 hour).................................................. 1
Inserting a MICROSD or MICROSDHC Card.................................................... 2
Connecting the strap..................................................................................... 3
Turning on the camera .................................................................................. 4
Setting the language, date/time..................................................................... 4
2 Using your camera ................................................................................5
Taking videos and pictures ............................................................................ 5
Reviewing, deleting pictures and videos......................................................... 6
Changing settings ......................................................................................... 7
Transferring, editing, sharing online............................................................... 8
3 Getting help ..........................................................................................9
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 9
Getting help on the Web ............................................................................. 11
4 Appendix .............................................................................................12
Specifications.............................................................................................. 12
Safety ......................................................................................................... 13
Care and maintenance ................................................................................ 14
Limited warranty ......................................................................................... 14
Regulatory compliance ................................................................................ 16

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 1 Setting up your camera
Charging the battery (approximately 1-2 hours)
Charge the Li-Ion battery whenever necessary. Turn off the camera, first.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the computer is not in sleep, standby, or hibernate mode.

3
4
1
Pull out
USB
2 until it
locks.
Face up or face down.

Retract
USB.

Close the door properly See page ii

Check battery level See the battery icon on the LCD

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Setting up your camera

Inserting a MICROSD or MICROSDHC Card

Your camera has limited internal memory—good for a few practice videos/pictures.
Check your product packaging to see if a MICROSD or MICROSDHC Card is included.
If not, we strongly suggest that you purchase a card. (If a card is included, it
may already be inserted.) Maximum supported card size is 16 GB.

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
video/pictures, the card, or the camera.

1 Turn off the camera.

2 Insert the card until

it clicks and locks
into place.

To remove the card,

push and release it, Metal
then pull it out. contacts
face up.

NOTE: Avoid touching the

card’s metal contacts.

To clean the contacts, use a dry

cotton swab or a lint-free cloth.

Close the door properly See page ii

Purchase accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zm1accessories

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 Setting up your camera

Connecting the strap

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Setting up your camera

Turning on the camera

Setting the language, date/time

Language:
to change.
OK to accept.

Date/Time:
At the prompt, press OK.
OK to change current field.
for previous/next field.
OK to accept.

Change date/time later see page 7

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 2 Using your camera
Taking videos and pictures

Press the OK button to start/stop recording.

Take
videos (Press to choose a different recording mode.)

Take 1 Press to choose Picture .

pictures 2 Press the OK button to take a picture.

Digitally Press to zoom in and out.

zoom

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Using your camera

Reviewing, deleting pictures and videos

Menu

OK

Review 1 .
Press the Menu button
pictures,
videos 2 Press to highlight Review , then press OK.
• Press to scroll through pictures/videos.
• Press OK to play a video or zoom a picture.
• Press to adjust volume during replay.
• Press to navigate a zoomed picture.
Press Menu to return to recording mode.
Delete 1 Press the Menu button .
pictures,
videos 2 Press to highlight Review , then press OK.
Press to scroll through pictures/videos.

3 Press to highlight Delete , then press OK.

Follow the prompts to delete the picture/video.
Press Menu to return to recording mode.

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 Using your camera

Changing settings

Menu

OK

Change 1 Press the Menu button .

settings
2 Press to highlight a setting,
then press OK.
3 Press to change a setting, then press OK.
Press Menu to return to recording mode.
Review Date/Time Brightness

Sound Format Information

Card
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Using your camera

Transferring, editing, sharing online

1 Turn on the camera, then connect it.

Slide the USB release to the right.

Pull the USB out until it locks.
Slide the USB release to the right to retract the USB.

2 If this is the first time you’ve connected to this WINDOWS OS-based computer,
you’re prompted to install ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION SE for KODAK Software.
You can then transfer and share videos and pictures.
MAC OS—Videos and pictures can be used with the APPLE iLIFE suite of products.
WINDOWS VISTA/XP—Follow the prompts.
WINDOWS 7—Choose Open Folder To View Files.
Launch MI.exe, then click Yes on the User Account Control window.
Close the door properly See page ii
Get ArcSoft product support www.arcsoft.com/support

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 3 Getting help
Troubleshooting
Icon Solution
■ Low battery. Charge the battery.

■ Corrupt or unusable file(s). Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then

format the card or internal memory.

■ Internal memory is full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, or use a

MICROSD/SDHC Card to take more videos/pictures.

■ Card is full. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer or use another card.

■ Unrecognized file. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer.

■ An error has occurred. Transfer videos/pictures to your computer, then format

the card.

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Getting help

Problem Solution
Camera will not turn on. ■ Ensure that the battery is charged.
■ Ensure the camera is clean and dry. (If it’s wet inside, let it dry
for 24 hours.)
Videos are choppy or ■ Use ARCSOFT MEDIAIMPRESSION SE for KODAK Software for
jumpy when played on a video playback (see page 8).
computer. ■ Ensure that the computer system requirements are met. Go to
www.arcsoft.com/support.
Videos are blurry. ■ Ensure that the lens is clean.
■ Ensure that the subject is at least 1 m (3.3 ft) from the lens.
Problems with ARCSOFT ■ Go to www.arcsoft.com/support. (For other applications, go
MEDIAIMPRESSION SE for to their support sites.)
KODAK Software.
NOTE: If problems persist, go to www.kodak.com/go/support and click Step-by-Step Solutions & Repair.

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 Getting help

Getting help on the Web

Get support for your product (FAQs, www.kodak.com/go/Zm1support
troubleshooting information, etc.)
See step-by-step solutions and repair information www.kodak.com/go/stepbystep
Purchase camera accessories www.kodak.com/go/Zm1accessories
Download the latest camera firmware and software www.kodak.com/go/Zm1downloads
See online demonstrations of your camera www.kodak.com/go/howto
Register your camera www.kodak.com/go/register
Chat, email, write, or phone Kodak www.kodak.com/go/contact
(Chat not available in all languages.)
Get information on ARCSOFT Software www.arcsoft.com/support

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 4 Appendix
Specifications
Image Sensor—1/5-inch CMOS
Lens—f/2.4; 35 mm equivalent: 40 mm
Zoom—3X digital
LCD—4.6 cm (1.8 in.); 61.4K pixels
Image Storage—128 MB internal memory (approximately 64 MB available for
image storage. 1 MB equals one million bytes); optional MICROSD/SDHC Card
(The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.) Maximum supported
size: 16 GB MICROSD/SDHC.
Focusing System—Fixed
Focus Range—50 cm (1.6 ft)–infinity
White Balance—Auto
Exposure—Auto
File Format—■ Video: .AVI Motion JPEG; 640 x 480 @ 30 fps and 320 x 240 @ 30
fps, 320 x 240 @ 60 fps
■ Audio: PCM, 8 KHz
■ Still: JPEG/EXIF V2.21; 307 KP (640 x 480)
Shutter Speed—Auto
Microphone—Mono
Speaker—Yes
I/O Interface—USB 2.0 (high speed)
Tripod Mount—No

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Power—Internal, rechargeable Li-Ion battery; in-camera charging via USB connector

Battery life—Approximately 85 minutes in VGA video recording mode
Waterproof capability—Conforms to IEC60529 IPX8, up to 3 meters (9.8 ft)
Dust resistance—Conforms to IEC60529 IP6X
Size—9.5 x 85 x 56 mm (0.4 x 3.3 x 2.2 in.)
Weight—70 g (2.5 oz) with battery, card
Operating temperature—0–40° C (32–104° F); do not expose camera to higher
temperatures.

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
shock, or injury. For approved accessories, go to
www.kodak.com/go/Zm1accessories.
■ Use only a USB-certified computer equipped with a current-limiting motherboard.
Contact your computer manufacturer if you have questions.
■ In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, wash immediately with
water and contact your local health provider. For additional health-related
information, contact your local Kodak customer support.
■ Go to www.kodak.com/go/reach for information about the presence of substances
included on the candidate list according to article 59(1) of Regulation (EC) No.
1907/2006 (REACH).

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■ If using this product in an airplane, observe all instructions of the airline.

■ For more information, go to www.kodak.com/go/batteries.

Care and maintenance

■ Before inserting or removing a card, make sure your hands, the camera, and the
card are completely dry.
■ If water has entered the camera, remove the card. Allow all components to air-dry
for at least 24 hours before using the camera.
■ Wipe off dirt or sand from the door seals—debris could compromise the seal and
cause a leak in water.
■ Do not subject the camera to temperatures lower than 0 (32° F) or higher than
40° C (104° F) for an extended time—the integrity of the seals may be
compromised. Wait until camera reaches operating temperatures before using.
■ 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
US, go to the Electronics Industry Alliance Web site at www.eiae.org or Kodak at
www.kodak.com/go/support.

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

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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
warranty. Kodak makes no other express or implied warranty for this product. In the
event that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the
duration of the implied warranty will be the length of the express warranty period
specified on your KODAK Product packaging. The option of repair, replacement, or
refund is Kodak's only obligation. Kodak will not be responsible for any special,
consequential or incidental damages resulting from the sale, purchase, or use of this
product regardless of the cause. Liability for any special, consequential or incidental
damages (including but not limited to loss of revenue or profit, downtime costs, loss
of the use of the equipment, cost of substitute equipment, facilities or services, or

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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. The limitations and exclusions of liability set forth herein apply
to both Kodak and its suppliers.
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.

Regulatory compliance
FCC compliance and advisory
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
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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. The KODAK High Performance USB AC Adapter
K20-AM 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.

CE
Hereby, Eastman Kodak Company declares that this KODAK Product is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment labeling/battery

disposal
In Europe: For human/environmental protection, it is your responsibility to dispose
of this equipment and batteries at a collection facility established for this purpose
(separate from municipal waste.) For more information, contact your retailer,
collection facility, or appropriate local authorities; or go to
www.kodak.com/go/recycle. Product weight: 70 g (2.5 oz) with battery, card.

Russian GOST-R
Eastman Kodak
Company

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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.

Australian C-Tick

N137

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Index 1
A I
accessories, purchase, 11 icons, iii
installing software, 8
B
battery charging, 1 K
button Kodak Web sites, 9
reset, i
USB release, i L
lens, cleaning, 14
C loading, card, 2
camera settings, 7
card, loading, 2 M
care and maintenance, 14 maintenance, camera, 14
cautions, 14 MICROD/SDHC card loading, 2
changing settings, 7 microphone, i
charging battery, 1
clock, setting, 4 O
connecting the strap, 3 on/off, 4
connecting to a computer, 8
P
D pictures
date setting, 4 deleting, 6
deleting pictures, videos, 6 reviewing, 6
digital zoom, 5 taking, 5
disposal, recycling, 14 playing a video, 6

E R
erase pictures, videos, 6 recycling, disposal, 14
release, USB, i
H repair, 11
help, Web links, troubleshooting, 9 reset button, i
reviewing pictures, videos, 6

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Index

S
setting date and time, 4
setting up the camera, 1
settings, camera, 7
sharing online, 8
software, installing, 8
specifications, 12
status icons, iii
strap, 3

T
taking pictures, videos, 5
time and date, setting, 4
tips, care, & maintenance, 14
transferring videos, 8
troubleshooting, 9
turning on/off camera, 4

U
URLs, Kodak Web sites, 9
USB
connection, 8
release, i

V
videos
deleting, 6
reviewing, 6
taking, 5

W
warranty, 14

Z
zoom, using, 5

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