User manual KODAK DCS PRO BACK

[. . . ] 19 Contents Back Next Index Contents-1 Table of Contents IR Filter . 31 Next Index Contents Back Contents-2 Table of Contents Battery Connection Jack. 33 Connecting the DCS Pro Back Plus to the Camera Body and Accessories . 49 Contents Back Next Index Contents-3 Table of Contents Setting the Date and Time . [. . . ] Do not use any other type of AC adapter with your camera. DCS Pro Back Plus and DCS Pro Back Plus AC adapter connect to a computer with two IEEE 1394 ports (page 56) DCS Pro Back Plus and DCS Pro Back Plus AC adapter connect to an IEEE 1394 hub which connects to a computer with one IEEE 1394 port (page 57) DCS Pro Back Plus connects to a battery power source and a computer with one or more IEEE 1394 ports (page 58) ! ! Contents Back Next Index 55 Using the Camera Connected to a Computer Connecting to a Computer with Two IEEE 1394 Ports 1 Connect one end of the included 10m IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the DCS Pro Back Plus. IEEE 1394 cable DC DCS Pro Back Plus Computer AC AC adapter 2 Connect the other end of the IEEE 1394 cable to an IEEE 1394 port on the computer. 3 Connect the cable from the included AC adapter to a different IEEE 1394 port on the computer. 4 Plug the AC adapter into a wall socket. Contents Back Next Index 56 Using the Camera Connected to a Computer Connecting to a Computer with a Single IEEE 1394 Port In addition to accessories included with the DCS Pro Back Plus, you need: !! IEEE 1394 hub 6-wire IEEE 1394 cable IEEE 1394 cable DCS Pro Back Plus 2 Connect the other end of the IEEE 1394 cable to any of the ports on the IEEE 1394 hub. 3 Connect the cable from the included AC adapter to either one of the remaining ports on the IEEE 1394 hub. 4 Connect another 6-wire IEEE 1394 cable (not included) from another port on the IEEE 1394 hub to the single IEEE 1394 port on the computer. 5 Plug the AC adapter into a wall socket. Computer DC AC adapter IEEE 1394 hub AC 1 Connect one end of the included 10m IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the DCS Pro Back Plus (page 56). Contents Back Next Index 57 Using the Camera Connected to a Computer Connecting to a Computer and Using Battery Power IEEE 1394 cable DCS Pro Back Plus 2 Connect the other end of the IEEE 1394 cable to an IEEE 1394 port on the computer. 3 Following the instructions included with your battery pack, connect the battery pack and its cable. 4 Insert the cable into the Battery Connection jack on the DCS Pro Back Plus. Battery Computer Battery cable 1 Connect one end of the included 10m IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the DCS Pro Back Plus. 5 Turn on the battery pack's power switch. Contents Back Next Index 58 Using the Camera Connected to a Computer Powering Your Camera When connected to the computer, your camera receives its power from the included AC adapter (via the IEEE 1394 interface) or a compatible battery. If you use an IEEE 1394 cable other than the one included with your DCS Pro Back Plus, ensure that it is a 6-wire IEEE 1394 cable (4-wire cables will not work). If you do not use the AC adapter with the IEEE 1394 cable, the DCS Pro Back Plus will not receive enough power. An error message appears. To Power the Camera With the IEEE 1394 cable and DCS Pro Back Plus AC Adapter (page 55) or a compatible battery (page 61) connected, turn the computer on. It takes 5-6 seconds for the DCS Pro Back Plus to activate once the initial power signal is received. (The Power button has no effect when power is supplied by the IEEE 1394 connection. ) " If you turn the Image LCD on, it turns off automatically after the time specified in the Display Off Time property (page 51). To Turn the DCS Pro Back Plus Off Disconnect the IEEE 1394 cable. Contents Back Next Index 59 Using the Camera in Portable Mode Getting Started Using the Camera in Portable Mode To start using your camera in portable mode (not connected to a computer), do the following: 1 Assemble the camera (page 33). 6 Review the images (page 68) on the Image Display LCD (or enable the video output (page 86) to view them on a monitor. ) 7 Remove the CF Cards from the camera and insert them in a card reader. If images are copied to a computer (page 12) running DCS Capture Studio or DCS Photo Desk software, you can access them using the software. Alternatively, you can copy them to a server accessible from a computer running the DCS Capture Studio or DCS Photo Desk software. 9 Edit the images, as needed, in the DCS Capture Studio or DCS Photo Desk software and save them in the desired format. Contents Back Next Index 60 Using the Camera in Portable Mode Connecting to a Power Supply When you are working in portable mode, your camera may receive its power from either a compatible third party battery or the included DCS Pro Back Plus AC adapter (page 55). ! Compatible battery Battery cable Connecting to a Compatible Third Party Battery 1 Following the instructions you received with your battery, connect its cable to the battery pack. 2 Insert the cable into the Battery Connection port on the DCS Pro Back Plus. Contents Back Next Index 61 Using the Camera in Portable Mode Connecting to the AC Adapter 1 Connect the cable from the included AC adapter (page 55) to the IEEE 1394 port on the DCS Pro Back Plus. Turning the Camera On and Off Press the Power button to turn the camera on or off. PWR CANCEL MENU OK DCS Pro Back Plus 2 Plug the AC adapter into a wall socket. " The button is only effective when the camera is powered by battery. " If you turn the camera off while the DCS Pro Back Plus is busy, the Camera Ready LED flashes until the task completes. Contents Back Next Index 62 Using the Camera in Portable Mode Conserving Batteries To extend the life of the battery pack, keep the following in mind: ! Battery Save State To conserve the battery's charge, the DCS Pro Back Plus enters Battery Save state if no DCS Pro Back Plus controls are touched for a specified period of time. When this happens, the Camera Ready LED is extinguished, and the Image LCD and DCS Pro Back Plus buttons become inactive. [. . . ] If service is required, your Kodak dealer will instruct you to return the unit to the nearest service center for repair and will issue a return authorization number. When returning a KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back Plus for repair, you should pack the unit in its original packing materials according to the repacking instructions located on the shipping container. Packing will be the purchaser's responsibility if the original packing has been discarded or is not available. Return of the repaired or replaced equipment to the customer can be expected five to seven business days from the date the equipment is received by the service center. Product Support Options During the warranty period for the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back Plus, you are entitled to product support for both hardware and software, provided your camera is registered with Eastman Kodak Company. [. . . ]