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Table of Contents
1 Preface. .....................................................................................7
• About this Manual................................................................................... 7
Copyright ............................................................................................. 7
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance .................. 7
Declaration of Conformity .................................................................. 8
Trademark Recognition ........................................................................ 8
• Safety and Handling Precautions ........................................................... 8
Camera Information ............................................................................ 8
Battery Information ............................................................................ 9
2 Introduction ............................................................................................. 10
• Camera Features ................................................................................. 10
• Package Contents ................................................................................ 11
• Camera Views ....................................................................................... 12
• Camera Buttons .................................................................................... 14
• Navigation Control ................................................................................ 14
• Camera Memory ................................................................................... 16
3 Getting Started ........................................................................................17
• Attaching the Wrist Strap .................................................................... 17
Inserting the Battery.. ........................................................................... 17
• Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card .. ................................................ 18
• Charging the Battery . ........................................................................... 19
• Turning the Power On and Off . ............................................................ 19
• Initial Settings ...................................................................................... 19
Setting the Language ................................................. ............ ..........19
Setting the Date & Time ............................................ ........... ............19
• Modes................................................................................................... 20
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4 Using the LCD Screen ................................................................21
• LCD Screen Layout .............................................................................. 21
Photo Mode Screen Layout ............................................................... 21
Video Mode Screen Layout ............................................................... 23
Playback Mode Screen Layout .......................................................... 24
Changing the LCD Screen Display ................................................... 27
5 Recording Photos, Videos and Voices ...................................................28
• Taking Photos . ..................................................................................... 28
• Using the Image Stabilizer .................................................................... 29
• Setting the Zoom Control .................................................................... 29
• Using Flash .......................................................................................... 30
• Setting the Focus Mode ...................................................................... 31
• Using the Function Manual .................................................................. 31
My Mode .......................................................................................... 32
Resolution ......................................................................................... 32
Quality ............................................................................................... 33
EV Compensation .............................................................................. 33
White Balance ................................................................................. 34
ISO .................................................................................................... 35
Metering ............................................................................................ 35
Color Mode ........................................................................................ 36
• Using the Record Manual .................................................................... 37
• Setting Scene Mode ............................................................................. 37
Using Smile Capture Mode ............................................................... 41
Using Intelligent Scene Mode ........................................................... 41
Using Blink Detection Mode ............................................................. 43
Using Pre-composition Mode ............................................................ 44
Using Aperture Priority Mode ............................................................ 44
Using Shutter Priority Mode .............................................................. 45
Using Manual Exposure Mode .......................................................... 45
• Setting the Drive Mode ...................................................................... 46
• Setting the AEB .................................................................................. 47
• Setting the AF Area ............................................................................ 47
• Setting the AF Lamp ........................................................................... 48
• Setting Sharpness ............................................................................... 48
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• Setting Saturation ................................................................................ 49
• Setting Contrast ................................................................................... 49
• Setting the Digital Zoom ...................................................................... 50
• Setting the Date Stamp ........................................................................ 51
• Setting the Auto Review....................................................................... 51
Recording Videos .................................................................................. 52
Setting Video Size ............................................................................ 52
YouTube Mode ................................................................................ 53
• White Balance, Metering, Color Mode. ................................................ 54
• Pre-Record. ........................................................................................... 54
6 Playback ..................................................................................55
• Viewing in Single Navigation ..................................................................... 55
• Viewing Thumbnails .............................................................................. 55
• Zooming images .................................................................................. 57
• Playing Videos ...................................................................................... 57
• Playing Voice Recording........................................................................ 58
• Playing Voice Memo ............................................................................ 59
• Deleting an Image/Video/Audio ............................................................ 60
Using the Delete Button .................................................................... 60
• Setting Playback Menu ......................................................................... 61
• Setting Slideshow ................................................................................. 61
• Deleting Files ....................................................................................... 62
To delete a photo/video/audio clip .................................................... 62
To delete a single file ......................................................................... 63
To delete attached voice memo ........................................................ 63
To delete multiple files ...................................................................... 64
To delete all files ................................................................................ 64
• Protecting/Unprotecting Files ............................................................... 64
To protect files ................................................................................... 64
To protect/unprotect a single file ....................................................... 65
To protect/unprotect multiple files..................................................... 65
To protect all files .............................................................................. 66
To unprotect files ............................................................................... 66
• Red-Eye Correction ............................................................................... 66
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• Voice Memo.......................................................................................... 67
• Color Mode ........................................................................................... 67
• Trim ....................................................................................................... 69
• Resize ................................................................................................... 70
• Setting Startup Image ........................................................................... 71
• Setting DPOF ........................................................................................ 71
To set DPOF on a single image/all image .......................................... 72
To reset DPOF ................................................................................... 72
• PictBridge ............................................................................................. 72
7 Using the Setup Menu ...............................................................73
• Setting Sounds .................................................................................... 73
• Setting Power Save .............................................................................. 74
• Setting LCD Save.................................................................................. 74
• Setting Date & Time ............................................................................ 75
• Setting Language ................................................................................. 75
• Setting File Numbering ........................................................................ 75
• Setting TV Out ...................................................................................... 75
• Setting LCD Brightness ....................................................................... 76
• Setting Memory Kit .............................................................................. 76
• Reset All .............................................................................................. 76
8 Installing the Software onto a Computer ......................................77
• Installing the Software .......................................................................... 77
• Software Included with Your Camer ................................................... 78
• Fast and Easy YouTube Upload ........................................................... 78
• System Requirements ......................................................................... 79
9 Making Connections .................................................................81
• Connecting the Camera to a TV .......................................................... 81
To connect your camera to a TV .......................................................81
• Connecting the Camera to a PC ......................................................... 81
• Connecting the Camera to a Printer ................................................... 82
10 Appendix ...............................................................................83
• About Folder and File Names ............................................................. 83
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Folder Structure ................................................................................83
File Naming ...................................................................................... 83
11 Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 85
12 Getting Help .......................................................................... 86
• Polaroid Online Services ...................................................................... 86
• ArcSoft Software Help ......................................................................... 86
13 Specifications ........................................................................ 87
• Specifications....................................................................................... 87
• Camera Default Settings...................................................................... 89
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1 Preface
About this Manual
This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All
information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change
without notice.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights
are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,
electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of
the manufacturer.
© Copyright 2010
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance
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 and 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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Warning: A shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission
limits and to prevent interference to radio and television reception. Use only
shielded cable to connect I/O devices to this equipment. Any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void your warranty
and service agreement.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undersired operation.
Trademark Recognition
Windows 2000/XP/Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term
referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. All other companies
or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Safety and Handling Precautions
Camera Information
Do not disassemble or attempt to service the camera yourself.
Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.
Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm
temperatures.
Do not touch the camera’s taking lens.
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to
clean the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
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Battery Information
Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.
Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came
with your camera. Using other types of battery or charger may damage
the equipment and void the warranty.
When using a Li-ion battery in this product, ensure that it is inserted
correctly. Inserting the battery incorrectly may cause damage to the
product and possibly cause personal injury.
When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for
the camera body to feel warm.
Download all pictures and don’t remove the battery from the camera if
you are going to store the camera for a long period of time.
The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to
remain extended. Ensure you use the correct battery type and use a fully
charged battery.
Using an incorrect battery type may cause personal injury. Dispose of
used batteries according to the instructions.
Need help with your digital camera?
Call our toll-free customer service number. Look for the insert with this icon:
Or visit www.polaroid.com.
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2 Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Polaroid digital camera. This
manual provides you step-by-step instructions on how to use your camera,
and is intended for your reference only.
Camera Features
12 mega pixels resolution
Up to 4x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom
2.7 inch color LCD display
32MB internal flash memory with optional external SD/SDHC card
Supports up to 4GB SD card, and up to 32GB SDHC card
Easy-to-use button interface
DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility
Slideshow to review still images
A/V output to view your images, videos and audio on your TV
USB port to transfer images, videos and audio to your PC
Need help with your digital camera?
Call our toll-free customer service number. Look for the insert with this icon:
Or visit www.polaroid.com.
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Package Contents
Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain the
following:
t1242
CD-ROM
USB Cable
Wrist Strap
Rechargeable battery x 1 pcs
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
Guide de Démarrage rapide
Guida Rapida
Guía Rápida de Inicio
Guia de Início Rápido
Schnellanleitung
Battery Charger
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Camera Views
Front
Self-timer LED/
AF Assist Lamp
Zoom Lens
Flash
Microphone
Back
LED indicator
Mode switch
OK button /4-way
navigation control
LCD display
Menu button
Function / Delete button
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Top
Power button
Shutter button
Image Stabilizer button
Zoom Dial
Bottom
Battery/SD card compartment
Tripod screw hole
USB / TV Out
Speaker
Side
Hand Strap Retainer
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Camera Buttons
Your camera is equipped with various buttons for better ease of use.
Button
Description
Power
Press the Power button to turn the camera on and off.
Stabilizer
The image stabilizer sets the optimal ISO value according to scene conditions to
compensate for camera shake. Press to set the image stabilizer on or off. (When
turned on the [hand icon] shall be seen on the LCD display).
Shutter
Press to capture an image or start/stop recording video or audio clip.
Zoom dial
In the Photo and Video mode, rotate the zoom dial to the left to zoom out, rotate to
the right to zoom in.
In the Playback mode, rotate to zoom in to magnify the image or zoom out enter
the 9-image/calendar thumbnails.
Menu
Press to enter or exit menu and/or submenus.
Function/Delete
In the Photo and Video mode, press to enter the function menu.
In the Playback mode, press to delete an image, video or audio clip.
• Navigation Control
The 4-way Navigation Control and the OK button allows you to access the
various menus available from the On Screen Display (OSD). You can configure
a wide range of camera settings to ensure the best results for your photos
and videos. The table below lists the functions for these buttons:
OK Button
Flash Button
Display/Help Button
Macro Button
Face Tracking/
Rotate Button
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Button Usage
OK
1. Conrms a selection when using the OSD menus.
2. In the Playback Video/Audio mode press to Start video or audio playback
Flash/ Right
1. In the Photo mode, press to scroll through the ash mode options(Auto,
Red-eye reduction, Always On, Slow Sync and Off)
2. In the Playback mode, press to view the next image, video or audio clip.
3. In the Playback Video mode, press to fast forward video playback
4. In the Menu, press to enter the submenu or to navigate through the
menu selections.
Macro/ Left
1. In the Photo mode, press to scroll through Macro options.(Macro, Pan,
Infinity focus and normal)
2. In the Playback mode, press to view the previous image, video or audio
clip.
3. In the Playback Video mode, press to rewind video playback
4. In the Menu, press to exit a submenu or to navigate through the menu
selections.
Up/Face
Tracking/
Rotate
1. In the Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu
selections.
2. In the Photo mode, press to turn the face tracking feature on or off.
3. In the Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to Start/Pause video or audio
playback.
4. In the Playback photo mode, with each press of this button the image shall
rotate 90 degrees clockwise. This feature is applicable for still
images only.
Display/
Down
1. The LCD display can be changed into 5 different types such as Basic,
Full, None, Guideline and Help screen.
2. In the Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to stop video/audio playback.
3. In the Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu
selections.
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Camera Memory
Internal memory
Your camera has 32MB of internal memory. You can store images up to
12MB. If there is no memory card inserted in the camera, all images, videos
and audio clips recorded are automatically stored in the internal memory.
Expanding Your Camera’s Memory
Your camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB in size. It also supports SDHC
card with a maximum capacity of 32GB. If there is a memory card inserted in
the SD card slot, the camera automatically saves all images, videos and audio
clips in the external storage card.
NOTE:
All SD cards may not be compatible with your camera. When purchasing a card, please check
the card’s specications and take the camera with you. This camera requires the use of a Class
6 SDHC memory card for HD video recordings.
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3 Getting Started
Attaching the Wrist Strap
• Inserting the Battery
Follow these instructions to insert the rechargeable battery into the battery/
SD card compartment. Please read “Battery Information” on page 9 before
inserting/removing batteries.
1. Open the battery/SD card door by following the illustration below.
2. Insert the battery into the compartment
as shown in the illustration.
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3. Flip the door back into place as shown in the illustration and slide the
locking tab in the direction of the arrow.
Inserting a SD/SDHC Memory Card
Expand your camera’s memory by using SD or SDHC memory cards. Your
camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB and SDHC cards of up to 32GB in
size.
Follow these instructions to insert the SD/SDHC card.
1. Make sure the power is off before inserting
a SD/SDHC memory card.
2. Open the battery/SD card door as shown in
the illustration.
3. Insert the SD/SDHC card into the
memory card slot.
4. Push the SD/SDHC card into the memory
slot until it clicks into place.
5. Close the Battery/SD card door.
To remove the SD/SDHC card, gently push
the card inward with your finger and release
it. Pull out the card carefully.
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• Charging the Battery
The battery included in your package is not charged.
You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the rst time.
1. Place the battery in the charger as shown.
2. Plug it into a power outlet.
The LED on the charger is orange when the
battery is charging and turns green when
charging is completed.
It is recommended that you fully discharge the
battery before recharging.
Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the age of
battery.
NOTE:
The battery may feel warm after it has been charged or immediately after being
used. This is normal and not a malfunction.
When using the camera in cold areas, keep the camera and battery warm by
placing them inside your outer clothing.
• Turning the Power On and Off
Press the POWER button to turn the camera on or off.
When turning on the camera, it shall operate differently depending upon the
mode it is in when turned on. See below:
When the camera is in the Video or Photo Record mode and you turn on
the camera, the start-up image displays briefly and the start-up sound
plays if enabled. The zoom lens extends as well.
When the camera is in the Playback mode and you turn on the camera, it
will enter Playback mode directly and the zoom lens will not extend.
See “Modes” on page 20 to know more about Record and Playback mode.
Initial Settings
When you turn on your camera for the first time, you will be asked to input
the initial settings of your camera. First is the language setup menu. Specify
in which language the menus and messages are to be shown on the LCD
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4 Using the LCD Display
The high resolution 2.7” LCD display shows all important information
regarding your cameras’ settings as well as the visual image of your photo or
video. This display is called the On Screen Display or OSD.
LCD Display Layout
The following illustration shows the LCD display layout and the icon
descriptions.
Photo Mode Display Layout
No. Item Description
1 Record Mode Indicates the current mode settings.
2 Flash Indicates flash settings.
3 Self-timer / Burst Indicates drive mode settings.
4 Zoom indicator Display zoom.
5 Shots available Indicates the remaining shots available.
6 Battery Indicates battery power level.
7 Storage media Indicates where images (data) are stored.
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No. Item Description
8 Date stamp Indicates whether the date stamp is enabled.
9 AEB (Automatic
Exposure Bracketing)
Indicates whether the AEB function is enabled.
10 Image Stabilizer Indicates whether the image stabilizer function is enabled.
11 Saturation Displays saturation settings.
12 Contrast Displays contrast settings.
13 Histogram Indicates the scene brightness from dark to light based on the
camera’s ISO setting.
14 ISO Displays ISO settings.
15 Focus area Used to frame the subject you wish to capture.
16 Shutter speed Displays shutter speed settings.
17 Aperture value Displays aperture settings.
18 Shake warning Indicates that the camera is recommending that you enable the
image stabilizer feature.
19 Macro Indicates whether the macro is enabled.
20 Exposure Displays exposure settings.
21 Face tracking Indicates whether the face tracking feature is enabled.
22 White balance Displays white balance settings.
23 Metering Displays metering settings.
24 Sharpness Displays sharpness settings.
25 Quality Displays quality settings.
26 Resolution Displays resolution settings.
27 AF lamp Indicates AF lamp is enabled.
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Video Mode Screen Layout
Standby layout
Recording Layout
No. Item Description
1 Record mode Indicates the current mode.
2 Zoom indicator Display zoom.
3 Time remaining Indicates the remaining time of video available.
4 Battery Indicates battery power level.
5 Storage media Indicates where images (data) are stored.
6 Focus area Used to frame the subject you wish to capture.
7 Macro Indicates macro is enabled.
8 White balance Displays white balance settings.
9 Metering Display Metering settings.
10 Video size Display video size settings.
11 Key indicator
Displays the commands on 4-way Navigation Control
button.
12 Recorded time Displays recorded time.
13 Recording status Indicates recording status.
14
Pre-record
Indicates the pre-record feature is enable.
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Playback mode of videos:
No. Item Description
1 Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
2 Protect Indicates that the file is protected.
3 Video clip Indicates that the le is a Video.
4 Button intro
Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a
video or audio file.
5 File no. / Total no.
Indicates the le number and the total number of
files in the memory card.
6 Battery Indicates battery power level.
7 Storage media Indicates where images (data) are stored.
8 Recording information Displays recording information of the file.
9 Video size Indicates the size of the video clip.
10 Volume Indicates volume while playing.
11 Video length Displays the total length of the video clip.
12 Played time Indicates played time.
13 Playing status Displays playing status.
14 Capture photo Capture a screenshot and save the image.
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Playback mode of audio clips:
No. Item Description
1 Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
2 Protect Indicates the file is protected.
3 Button intro
Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a
video or audio file.
4 File no. / Total no.
Indicates the le number over the total number of les
in the memory card.
5 Battery Indicates battery power level.
6 Storage media Indicates where images (data) are stored.
7 Recording information Displays recording information of the file.
8 Volume Indicates volume settings.
9 Audio length Displays the total length of the audio clip.
10 Played time Indicates played time.
11 Playing status Displays playing status.
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Changing the LCD Display
The type of information shown on the LCD display can be changed using the
button.
Press the button repeatedly to change the LCD display from one type
to another.
In Record Mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:
• Basic - includes items 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 15, 25 & 26 as described on pages
21 & 22.
• Full - includes “Basic” settings and 12, 13, 14, 22, 23, 24 & 27 as
listed on pages 21 & 22.
• None - only item 2 & 15 from pages 21 & 22.
• Guideline - used to help you align your subject for still images or video.
• Help screen - calls out functions/features of the camera buttons
NOTE:
The OSD information may vary depending on the record mode type.
The following icons, if enabled, are still displayed on the LCD even when the
OSD is off or Guide lines are on: AEB, Face tracking, AF lamp, Drive mode, and
Macro.
Using the “Guide Lines” allows you to better align or center your subject for
taking pictures.
In Playback mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:
• Basic - includes items 1, 5, 7, 10 as listed on page 24.
• Full - includes “Basic” info and 8 listed on page 24.
• None
• Help screen - calls out functions/features of the camera buttons
NOTE:
LCD display cannot be changed for the following situations:
Manual exposure mode
Recording video or audio clips
Playing video or audio clips
Playing slideshow
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5 Recording Photos, Videos and Voices
• Taking Photos
Now that you are familiar with your camera, you are now ready to take your
photos.
Taking photos with your camera is very simple.
1. Turn on the camera by pressing the Power
button.
2. Slide the Mode Switch to Photo mode .
3. Frame your subject on the LCD display
then press the shutter button halfway
down. The camera automatically adjusts
the focus and exposure. When the camera
is ready to take the photo, the focus frame
turns green, the shutter speed and aperture
value are displayed. (When the focus frame
is in red and the operation LED blinks, the
subject is not in focus. Release the shutter
button and repeat this step until the focus
frame turns green.
4. Press the Shutter button all the way down to capture your image. When
the shake warning icon appears, hold the camera steady, with your arms
at your side or use a tripod to stabilize the camera to prevent a blurry
image. You may need to turn on the camera’s flash or enable the Image
Stabilizer feature to get a better picture.
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Using the Flash
When taking pictures in difficult lighting conditions, use the Flash to get the
correct exposure. This function is not available when recording videos or
continuous shooting.
Flash button
To activate the Flash
Press the Flash/Right button on your
camera repeatedly until your desired flash
mode is shown on the LCD display.
Your camera is equipped with five flash modes:
Auto. The flash fires automatically.
Red-eye reduction. The flash
fires twice to reduce the red-eye
phenomenon.
Always on. The flash always fires.
Auto flash is enabled
Slow sync. The flash fires with a
delay and the camera uses a slow shutter
speed.
Off. The flash is turned off.
NOTE:
Flash is only available when shooting still images and not available in Burst and
AEB modes.
Do not charge the flash while rotating the Zoom dial. Charge the flash after
releasing the zoom dial if necessary.
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• Setting the Focus Mode
This function allows users to define the type focus when recording a still
image or a video clip.
To set the Focus mode
Press the Macro button repeatedly until
the desired focus mode icon is shown on
the lower left corner of the LCD display.
Macro button
Your camera has four focus modes:
Normal. With normal focus, the focus range
starts at 0.12m(0.4ft) to infinity. When the camera
is set to Normal mode, there is no icon displayed
on the screen.
Macro. This mode is designed for close-up
photography. If Macro is enabled, you can capture
the detail and sharpness of a very close image by
fixed focus. The focus range is:
Wide - 12 to 100cm (4.7 to 39.4 inches)
Tele - 70 to 120cm (27.6 to 47.2 inches)
Macro enabled
PF
Pan Focus. This feature of auto focus finds the best focus position from
9 zones of the focus area.
INF
Infinity. When Infinity is set, the camera focuses on distant objects.
• Using the Function Menu
The Function Menu is used to adjust capture settings in the Photo Mode. It
contains My Mode, Resolution, Quality, EV Compensation, White Balance,
ISO, Metering, and Color Mode.
Press the FUNC button of your camera to launch the Function Menu.
Press the FUNC button again to close the menu.
The Menu bar displays the current status of your camera settings. Only
the available functions for the settings are shown as an icon on the menu
bar.
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The available options for each item on
the menu bar are shown in the Menu
options.
Use the or buttons to move
through the menu selections then
press the OK button to save and apply
changes.
Menu options
Menu bar
• My Mode
The My Mode function displays the 5 most recent
modes used in order. When you move through
the different modes in the menu options, the
items on the menu bar change at the same time
to the corresponding available settings.
• Resolution
The Resolution function is used to set the
resolution of the camera before you capture
the image. Changing the resolution affects
the number of images that can be stored in
your memory card. The higher the resolution,
the more memory space is required. The
table below shows the resolution size for a
still image.
4000 x 3000 2048 x 1536
1920 x 1080
3264 x 2448 640 x 480
2592 x 1944
12M
3M
3:2
8M
VGA
5M
Icon
Icon
Pixel Size
Pixel Size
4000 x 2672
16:9
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• Quality
The quality determines the amount of
compression applied to your photos. More
compression results in a more detailed image.
However, the higher the quality, the more
memory space is required in your memory
card.
• EV Compensation
EV stands for Exposure Value. In difficult lighting
conditions, the auto exposure function of your
camera may be misled into giving the wrong
readings. The EV Compensation function allows
you to adjust the exposure value and correctly
expose your images. Available for still images
only.
To adjust EV settings, press the or buttons to increase/decrease the
value. As you adjust the settings, the LCD display displays the adjusted
image when applying these EV settings. Press the OK button to save and
apply changes.
The available settings are:0.0 +/- 2.0 in 0.3 increments.
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• White Balance
The White Balance function allows you to
adjust the camera setting according to the
type of lighting in the scene when recording
still images and videos.
As you move through each selection, you
can see the preview on the LCD display.
Icon Item Description
Auto The camera automatically adjusts the white balance.
Daylight Ideally used for bright sunny conditions.
Cloudy Ideally used for cloudy conditions.
Tungsten
Ideally used for indoor photos with tungsten or halogen lighting
Flourescent 1
Ideally used for indoor photos with reddish fluorescent lighting
conditions.
Flourescent 2
Ideally used for indoor photos with bluish fluorescent lighting
conditions.
Custom
Used when light source cannot be specified.
Press the shutter button for the camera to automatically adjust
the appropriate white balance setting according to the
environment.
AW B
This should be used for most photographic scenes.
This is considered “warm” lighting.
This is considered “cool” lighting.
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• ISO
The ISO function lets you adjust the ISO sensitivity in recording still images
depending on the lighting levels of your surroundings.
Use a higher ISO setting in dim conditions
and a lower ISO setting in brighter
conditions.
As you move through the selections, the
preview on the LCD display changes.
Available settings are: Auto, 100, 200,
400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400.
NOTE:
If the ImageStabilizer is enabled, ISO is automatically set to Auto and cannot be
adjusted. To adjust ISO, disable the Stabilizer first.
• Metering
The Metering function lets you select the
area of the subject or frame by which the
camera measures light to record still images
or videos.
As you move through the selections, the
preview on the LCD display changes.
Icon
Description
The entire area of the screen is measured, and the exposure is
calculated.
Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater
weight to the subject matter at the center.
A very small portion of the center of the screen is measured, and the
exposure is calculated.
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• Color Mode
The Color Mode function lets you record still
images or videos and apply different colors
or tones for a more artistic effect.
As you move through the selections, the
preview on the LCD display changes.
Icon
Item
Description
Normal
The camera records normally.
Vivid
The camera captures the image with more contrast and
saturation emphasizing on the bold colors.
Sepia
Images are captured in sepia or "brownish" tones.
B&W
Images are captured in black and white.
Vivid Red
Captured image becomes reddish. Ideally used to record images like
flowers and cars to make them more vivid.
Vivid Green
Captured image becomes greenish. Ideally used to record images like
mountains and lawns to make them more vivid
Vivid Blue
Captured image becomes bluish. Ideally used to record images like the
sky and the ocean to make them look more vivid.
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• Using the Record Menu
If you are in Photo mode, you can access the Record menu simply by pressing
the MENU button on your camera.
When the menu is displayed, use the 4-way navigation control and the OK
button to move through menu selections and apply your desired settings. To
close the menu anytime, press the menu button again.
• Record Menu
The Record menu allows you to change
modes, and setup other capture settings.
To go to Record Menu:
Set the Mode Switch to Photo mode .
1. Press MENU to launch Record Menu
2. Use the or keys to move through the menu selections.
3. To select an item, press .
4. Use the 4-way navigation control to move through the menu selections.
5. Press the OK button to save and apply settings.
• Setting the Scene Mode
Setting the Scene mode allows you to capture images with camera presets
according to the scenes or environment.
1. From the Record Menu, press to
select Scene Mode.
2. Use the navigation controls to move
through the selections.
3. Press the OK button to save and apply changes.
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Icon
Item
Description
Love Portrait
This feature uses face tracking to auto detect faces to capture
portrait photos. When more than two faces are detected, AF is
automatically activated. The camera starts the count down and
captures a picture in two seconds.
Self Portrait
This feature sets zoom to wide. When two faces are detected, AF
automatically activated and plays a sound to alert you. Then camera
starts the count down and captures a picture in two seconds.
HDR
This feature applies digital processing only to the necessary
portion(s) of the image and preserves details in highlights and
shadows with natural contrast.
Aperture Priority
This feature lets users to adjust the aperture value and the camera
automatically selects the shutter speed to match the brightness.
Shutter Priority
This feature lets users to adjust the shutter speed and the camera
automatically selects the aperture value to match the brightness.
Manual Exposure
This feature records 3 continuous images with different exposure
settings, and combines them into one image to get the best picture.
Voice REC
This mode is used to record audio clips.
After selecting the scene mode, the selected mode, except Voice Rec, will
be added to the beginning of the My Mode of the Function Menu. In the
Menu Options, the Auto mode is xed and the other 5 items can display the
most recent used modes.
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3. Press the shutter button to capture the
image.
4. If the camera detects that the subject has
blinked,, a “Save image or Cancel” option
appears on the screen.
5. Select Save Image to save or Cancel to
discard.
Using Pre-composition Mode
Pre-composition helps you get the background you want, even if you need to
ask someone else to record the image for you.
Basically, Pre-composition is a two-step process.
1. Compose the background you want and
press the Shutter button (press all the way
down), which causes a semi-transparent
image of the background to remain on the
LCD display. Press Menu button to cancel the
semi-transparent image.
2. Ask someone else to record a shot of
you against your original pre-composed
background, telling him/her to compose the
image by using the semi-transparent screen
image as a guide.
3. Move the camera as needed to adjust the
positioning of the main subject as seen on
the LCD display.
4. When ready press the Shutter button.
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Using Aperture Priority Mode
With Aperture Priority mode, users can adjust the aperture value and the
camera automatically sets the shutter speed to match the brightness.
• Choosing a larger aperture with the subject in the foreground will blur the
background and the main subject shall be in focus. This is shallow DOF.
• Choosing a smaller aperture allows an image with everything in focus
(Greater DOF) (DOF means depth of field).
To activate Aperture Priority
1. Select from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Press OK button to enter the adjust mode.
3. Use the or keys to select the aperture
value.
4. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
Displays the aperture value
Displays the shutter speed value
Using Shutter Priority Mode
This mode is designed for capturing moving
subjects. A faster shutter speed is required to
freeze fast moving subjects (flying birds), while the
slower shutter speed creates a sense of motion
(water flowing).
To activate Shutter Priority
1. Select from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Press OK button to enter the adjust mode.
3. Use the or keys to select the shutter
speed options.
4. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
Using Manual Exposure Mode
With Manual Exposure mode, users can manually adjust the shutter speed
and the aperture value.
307307
AF
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To activate Manual Exposure
1. Select from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Press OK button to enter the adjust mode.
3. Use the or keys to select the shutter
speed options or use the or keys
to select the aperture value options.
4. use the or keys to increase or
decrease the aperture or shutter speed
values.
Displays the aperture
and shutter speed value
5. Use the OK button to switch between aperture and shutter speed
adjustment and vice versa.
6. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
NOTE:
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the difference between the
correct and selected exposure is displayed in red. This indicates that you must
make an adjustment to either shutter speed or aperture size to obtain a good
photo.
• Using Voices Recording
1. From the Scene menu, select Voice REC. The
Voice Recording screen layout is shown on
the LCD display.
2. Press the Shutter button to start recording.
3. Press the Shutter button again to stop
recording.
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Recorded videos are set to YouTube standard resolution of 640 X 480.
Recording automatically stops when the file reaches 100 MB.
To record a YouTube video, select from the Video Size function.
Available recording time for a YouTube movie is up to 10 minutes.
• White Balance, Metering, Color Mode
To set above settings, please refer to “Using the Function Menu” on page
31.
• Pre-Record
You can capture the first three seconds of action you
would have potentially missed. Once enabled, the
camera starts recording a video automatically before
pressing Shutter button. As soon as the Shutter
button is hit, the most recent three seconds of video
is added to the beginning of the clip.
The Pre-Record icon will be seen on the LCD display when this feature is
enabled.
NOTE:
Pre-Record will be canceled when one of the following should occur:
After recording starts.
Switch to Photo mode or Playback mode.
Any kind of menu is turned on.
Enter USB mode.
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mode.
3. Use the navigation controls to
move through the items.
4. Press the OK button to select the
image and view it normally.
Scroll bar. If scroll bars
appear, it indicates
that the screen can be
scrolled.
Thumbnail veiw
To set calendar mode
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. Rotate the Zoom dial counterclockwise (left)
twice to view thumbnails in calendar mode.
3. Use the navigation controls to move through
the items.
4. Press the OK button to select the image and
view it normally.
Calendar veiw
Thumbnail icons
When you view the thumbnails, some images may contain icons. These icons
indicate the type of file or recording.
Icon
Type
Description
Voice Record
Indicates a voice recording file.
File Error
Indicates an error file.
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When paused, the play info will remain on screen except
WT
.
6. Press the key to stop the playback. The LCD display shows the image
in Single navigation mode.
NOTE:
Volume cannot be adjusted during pause or REW/FF modes.
Playing a Voice Memo
A voice memo is recorded and attached separately to a captured image. See
“Voice Memo” on page 66 on how to record voice memo.
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback
mode .
2. Use the navigation controls to scroll
through the saved images. An image
file with voice memo has a voice memo
icon located on the top center of the LCD
display. See picture on the right.
3. Press the OK button to play the voice
recording.
4. During playback, use the Zoom dial to control volume. Rotate clockwise (right)
to increase volume/Rotate counterclockwise (left) to decrease volume
5. Press the key to pause playback. Press the key again to resume.
When paused, the play info will remain on screen except
WT
.
6. Press the key to stop the playback. The LCD display displays the image
in Single navigation mode.
NOTE:
Volume cannot be adjusted when you pause the voice memo.
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• Deleting an Image/Video/Audio
There are two ways to delete an image/video/audio file:
Using the Delete button, or
Using Playback Menu Delete settings. See “Deleting files” on page 61.
Using the Delete Button
Use the FUNC/Delete button on your camera to delete or mark an image/
video/ audio clip for deletion.
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. View images/videos/audio clips in Single
navigation mode.
3. Use the or keysto scroll the display.
4. When the desired image/video/audio clip is
shown on the LCD display, press the FUNC/
Delete button.
5. A confirmation selection appears on screen.
6. Select Delete.
7. Press the OK button to delete.
8. The next image is shown on the LCD display. To delete another file, use
the or keys to scroll through the images/videos/audio clips. Then,
repeat steps to 7.
9. To close the Delete function and go back to viewing in single navigation
mode, select Cancel.
NOTE:
The Playback menu allows you to edit images, record voice memo, and setup
playback settings.
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Setting Playback Menu
The Playback menu allows you to edit images, delete files, records voice
memo, and setup other playback settings.
To go to Playback Menu:
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. Press MENU to launch the Playback Menu.
3. Use the or keys to go through
the selection.
4. To select a menu, press or the OK button.
5. Change the submenu settings using the 4-way navigation control.
6. Press the OK button to save and apply settings.
Setting Slideshow
The Slideshow function allows you to playback your still images in a desired
format one at a time.
To view slideshow:
1. From the Playback menu, select Slideshow.
The Slideshow menu appears.
2. Set the slideshow settings.
3. Select Start, then press the OK button to start
the slideshow.
4. During a slideshow, press the OK button to
pause slideshow.
5. Use the or keys to move through the options. Select whether
to Continue or Exit the slideshow.
6. Press the OK button to apply selected option.
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7. Press the OK button to lock files and go back to Playback mode.
To protect all files
1. Select Lock all in the Protect submenu. A
confirmation message appears.
2. Select Yes.
3. Press the OK button to Lock all protected
files.
To unprotect all files
1. Select Unlock all in the Protect submenu. A
confirmation message appears.
2. Select Yes.
3. Press the OK button to unlock all protected
files.
Red-Eye Correction
The Red-Eye Correction function is used to reduce red-eye in captured images.
This function is only available for still images. Red-eye correction can be applied to
an image several times, but the quality may gradually deteriorate.
To activate Red-Eye Correction:
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. Press the or keys to scroll and select an
image.
3. Press the MENU button to launch the
Playback menu.
4. Select Red Eye Correction.
5. Select Start.
6. Press the OK button to start correction.
7. After completing Red eye correction, a menu selection appears. Select
whether to:
Overwrite. Save and replace the old file with the new one.
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Save As. Save the new file as a new one.
Cancel. Cancel red eye correction.
8. Press the OK button to save/cancel changes.
Voice Memo
The Voice Memo function allows you to record and attach a voice memo to a
saved image. You can record a maximum of 30 seconds of Voice memo per
image. This function is only available in still images.
To record voice memo:
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. Press the or keys to scroll and select an
image to attach voice memo to.
3. Press the MENU button to launch the
Playback menu.
4. Select Voice Memo.
5. Select Start, then press the OK button to start
recording.
6. Select Stop, then press the OK button to stop
recording.
Time left (n seconds) for
recording.
NOTE:
When you record voice memo to an image with an existing voice memo, the old
recording is automatically changed to the new one.
Color Mode
The Color Mode function lets you edit still images to apply different colors or
tones for a more artistic effect. Edited photos in this function are saved as a new
file.
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To activate Color Mode:
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. Press the or keys to scroll and select an image to edit.
3. Press the MENU button to launch the Playback menu.
4. Select Color Mode. The Color Mode submenu appears.
5. Press the or keys to scroll and select an option. As you move through
the selection, the preview on the LCD display changes synchronously.
The succeeding table shows the available settings.
Icon. Type Description
N
Normal No effect is added to the image.
S
Sepia Image is saved with a sepia or “brownish” tone.
BW
B&W Image is saved in black and white.
Neg.
Negative Image appears to be the opposite of the original image.
Mosaic Image is saved with mosaic tiles.
R
Vivid Red Image is saved with reddish tint.
G
Vivid Green Image is saved with greenish tint.
B
Vivid Blue Image is saved with bluish tint.
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Resize
The Resize function allows you to change the image resolution of large images
to smaller ones. This function is only available for still images.
To resize an image:
1. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. Press the or keys to scroll and select an
image to resize.
3. Press the MENU button to launch the
Playback menu.
4. Select Resize. The Resize submenu is shown
on the LCD display.
5. Select size among: 8M, 5M, 3M, and VGA.
Available size settings may vary depending
on original image size. Unavailable settings
appear as gray icons in Resize submenu.
6. After selecting size, a menu selection
appears. Select whether to:
Overwrite. Save and replace the old file
with the new one.
Save As. Save the new file as a new one.
Cancel. Cancel resize.
7. Press the OK button to save/cancel changes.
NOTE:
Resize function is not available for photos with image size set to VGA.
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• Setting the Startup Image
The Startup Image function allows you to setup a startup image when you
turn on your camera.
1. Press the MENU button to launch the
Playback menu.
2. Select Startup Image. The menu selection
appears.
3. Select options:
System. Use camera default image.
My Photo. Use the or keys to scroll and select desired image.
Off. Disable the startup image.
4. Press the OK button to apply changes.
NOTE:
The startup image will still be displayed even if the selected image was deleted.
Setting DPOF
The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) function allows you to mark still images
in your memory card for printing and allows you to specify the number of
copies that you want to print at a later date. When all images to be printed
are marked, take the memory card to a digital printing service, or use a DPOF
compatible printer.
To set DPOF
1. Press the MENU button to launch the
Playback menu.
2. Select Startup Image. The submenu appears.
Availablesettings are as follows:
Single. Select a single image to mark.
All. Mark all images in the memory card.
Reset. Reset all DPOF settings to initial default settings.
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To set DPOF on a single image/all images:
1. Select Single or All on the DPOF submenu.
2. For single image, use the or keys to scroll
and select an image to mark for printing.
3. Specify the number of copies. Use the or
to increase/decrease number.
4. Press the FUNC button to toggle between
turning on/ off the date stamp.
5. Press the OK button to save DPOF settings.
To reset DPOF
1. Select Reset on the DPOF submenu. A
confirmation message appears.
2. Select Yes.
3. Press the OK button to reset DPOF settings.
• Radial Blur
The Radial Blur feature is an effect that keeps the center of the image sharp
while blurring the surrounding area.
To set Radial blur for an image:
1. Use the or keys to specify the level of blurs. The adjusted
image shall be previewed on the LCD display as you select the level of
blur.
2. Press the OK button to proceed save
options.
3. Available settings are as follow:
Overwrite. Save and replace the old file
with the new one.
Save As. Save the new file as a new one.
Cancel. Cancel Radial blur.
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Playback Mode Slide Show Start
Delete Single
Protect Single
Red-eye Correction Start
Voice Memo Start
Color Mode Normal
Trim 8M
Resize 8M
Startup Image System
DPOF Single
Radial Blur Cancel
.
Questions? Need some help?
This manual should help you understand your new product. If you have
questions, call our customer service help number. Look for the insert with
this icon:
or visit www.polaroid.com.
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