Kodak stuck on stand by mode, help!!!!! My wonderful Kodak is stuck when I press the start button. No button seems to work, and the only way to shut it off is to take the battery out. Any ideas from somebody who has gone thru tha same? Thanks. Kodak stuck on stand by mode, help!!!!! My wonderful Kodak is stuck when I press the start button. No button seems to work, and the only way to shut it off is to take the battery out. Any ideas... » Read More Kodak stuck on stand by mode, help!!!!! My wonderful Kodak is stuck when I press the start button. No button seems to work, and the only way to shut it off is to take the battery out. Any ideas from somebody who has gone thru tha same? Thanks. « Show Less
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I had this occur several times before a conversation with a techy suggested that the memory (SD) card might be too slow and causing the camera to lock up. I replaced a 4GB Class 2 card with an 8GB Class 4 card and have not had the problem, so maybe this will work. Good luck.
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Wow! Thanks Blue!!! I was about to throw out this camera. I owned it for 21 months. Once I removed the memory card, it worked perfectly. I guess that's what I get for purchasing a generic memory card.
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Do you have fresh batteries installed? I had the same problem using Dollar Tree batteries. I would advise you to print out the user's manual ( that comes with the Arc software disc) for reference, get a binder and separate the categories with labels for reference. Also, it is much easier to use, save and print photos when you use a memory card. With a memory card you can insert it into most computers or printers without connecting the camera. When full, you can save your photos without deleting them to make room and they are better for taking videos. Hope this helps. Joan Phelps
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Hi, thank you so much for the speedy reply! I have performed a reset on the camera, as well as removing both the battery pack and the watch battery, to no avail. I did think of trying an external flash unit, and am currently trying to borrow one from a friend who has a genuine Canon unit to see if this will work. I have also contacted a UK Canon-approved repairer to get a quote, so I should hopefully soon know how much I can expect to pay. Thanks again for your help in the matter. Kind Regards, Andy
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Your experience with Kodak's customer "service" is the same as mine. Worthless! Sorry, I don't know how to solve your issue. I've tossed my Kodak and wouldn't go near another.
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I got the same run-around, and the same "non-answer" answers. I own a LOT of Kodak products, but I'm really disappointed here. I've always trusted Kodak, but no more. If I can't rely on straight talk on this, how can I trust them on anything else. You would think in hard econonic times they would be trying hard to at least maintain their existing customer satisfaction! It wasn't the remote, in and of itself, as much as it is the way Kodak has treated me since I bought the Zx1.
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If you have not purchased this camera yet I would advise not to do this. It has been servicing for 1 week. As other customer wrote, after batteries discharged and were replaced with new ones the camera didn't switch on and doesn't react on any action. My request to the shop remained unanswered. Regards
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Sorry, I can't be much help. I can't remember if that's the same problem I had. I know the ink cartridges were stuck on the left side. I researched and found out others had the same problem. I don't think I had the printer more than a year and a half. I contacted Kodak support and they had no solution that wasn't going to cost me a bunch of money, so I junked it, after trying to take it a part and fix it. This was obviously a technical malfunction not due to normal wear and tear.Kodak should have owned up and fixed it for free. I'll never buy another Kodak again!
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I too, have the open button that I slide and the flash comes on automatically. I changed my battery before I thoroughly tested mine but the problem with mine was the zoom would no longer retract. I finally just gave up and got a used one which I am totally happy with now. Like Ms. Jump stated though, Kodak has excellent customer service. Sorry, I wasn't much help on your issue.
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This could very well be a SD card issue.... I've seen this happen on one of my friend's SLRs when they tried using a older SD card (that is not class 6 or higher).... Even if urs is class 6, it might not be a bad idea to try using a different SD Card, as the one that u mite be using now might be defective..... Good luck.....
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Try resetting the entire frame. I had to do this several times until I finally got tired of it and bought a Pix-Star frame. Kodak is not providing support anymore.
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Read my post of 6/9/06...my experience may not be the norm...but it's frustrating. IF...and that's a big if..I ever buy another digital from Kodak, you can bet I'll buy the dock, as it appears that's the only sure way to get pictures.Normally you should be able to use the included software and download to your computer with little or no problems. Try that before buying the dock. And good luck. Hopefully your camera will function correctly.
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John I have had my Kodak Camera since March of 2005 and wouldn't trade it for anything so I know how you feel. My original battery would not hold a charge either. I'm told that this will happen eventually with all batteries if kept long enough. I purchased from Amazon a new Kodak KLIC-5001 Lithium-Ion battery and have not had a single issue or regret. I suggest that if you love your current camera that much order yourself at least two while you can. Do it now before it's too late. Good luck and happy clicking.
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I just got my camera back from the Cannon Factory and they said found that it was an internal issue, they replaced "something" and sent it back and it works just fine! Sorry this isn't a more helpful post for those of you without a warranty! I'll keep looking through my paperwork at home and see if they were more specific AT ALL in stating what the mystery "something" was that didn't work. Just wanted to update as I promised I would!
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Way to go you rock... I just erased my Kodak zx-3 internal memory and then updated it with latest firmware all in disk utility on my mac mini.Reformatted my sd card in the camera ....Now it is good as new.It was stoping recording after one sec every time I tried to record...Now it is fixed thanks to you my friend..Rock ON!
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Good morning, Sorry it took so long to respond; I have been on vacation. I hope that your problem was resolved. I tried my unit for the first time yesterday; and the main problem that I had was making sure to push down the button down on the transmitter and hold it there for several seconds in order for it to operate. Also where to place the receiver on the camera hot shoe in order to receive the single; had the receiver facing backwards so that it would operate. Als make sure the batteries are in correctly. Bottom line, you get what you pay for. Good luck and have a great week. Jeff
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Double check to make sure it's not on "no flash" (lightning bolt with circle and slash through it) which youcan change by pressing the circle with the ok in the middle. If that doesn't work, turn the camera off, take the battery out,and then put back in and turn on. also make sure your camera is well charged. Otherwise, get service.
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Sounds like a bad printhead. You can try replacing it for about $40, or check to see if it's still under warranty. You may need receipts, warranty cards, UPC symbols and a notarized affidavit from your priest to get them to honor their warranty. I personally solved the same problem by smashing my ESP 2170 with a large sledgehammer and vowing never to buy another Kodak product.