KODAK PLAYTOUCH Video Camera, Model Zi10 — User guide


Table of Contents > Doing more with your camera > Getting help


2 Getting help

Problem Solution

Camera will not turn on.

  • Ensure that the battery is correctly inserted and charged.

  • Ensure the camera is clean and dry. (If it's wet inside, let it dry for 24 hours.)

LCD is not clear.

Can't transfer video/pictures to the computer.

Videos are choppy or jumpy on a computer.

Long videos are split into separate videos.

  • When taking long videos, the camera begins a new video (at approximately 3.8 GB) and continues recording. If desired, use video editing software on your computer to join videos.

Videos are in low resolution and/or are not saved.

  • If no card is inserted and the camera is powered by the AC adapter, then videos are taken in low resolution and are not saved. (The camera is in Demo mode.) Insert a card or unplug the AC adapter.

Videos do not play on a TV.

  • Ensure that an HDMI or AV Cable is connected directly to the TV input (Viewing on a TV).

  • Ensure that the TV menu settings are correct for an HDMI or AV connection.

  • Ensure that the Video Out is set correctly ( ).

Videos are blurry.

  • Ensure that the lens is clean.

  • Ensure that the Focus switch is set to Normal (or to Close-up, if taking close-up videos/pictures).

  • Turn on Digital Image Stabilization ( ).

  • When using a tripod, turn off Digital Image Stabilization.

Playback on a TV is not in stereo.

  • Ensure that your TV or receiver has stereo speakers.

  • Ensure that the TV menu settings are correct for an HDMI or AV connection.

  • Ensure that the Video Out is set correctly ( ).

Camera will not work with optional remote control.

  • Ensure that the battery is correctly inserted in the remote control and camera.

  • Ensure that the camera infrared receiver (above the lens) and the remote control have an unobstructed path.

  • Try a different angle or move closer.

LCD is B&W.

NOTE: If problems persist, go to www.kodak.com/go/support and click Step-by-Step Solutions & Repair.

Getting help on the Web

Get support for your product

www.kodak.com/go/playtouchsupport

See step-by-step solutions and repair information

www.kodak.com/go/stepbystep

Purchase accessories

www.kodak.com/go/playtouchaccessories

Download the latest camera firmware and software

www.kodak.com/go/playtouchdownloads

See online demos

www.kodak.com/go/howto

Register your camera

www.kodak.com/go/register

Get help using ARCSOFT Software

www.arcsoft.com/support

Get help installing software and transferring videos/pictures to the computer

www.kodak.com/go/support



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