Kodak KB18 Camera ENGLISH/ESPAÑOL/FRANÇAIS Camera Identification 1 2 3 4 7 6 Unfold front cover flaps of manual to view camera diagrams. 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 21 20 19 18 17 16 KODAK KB18 Camera NEED HELP WITH YOUR CAMERA? Visit our Web sites at http://www.kodak.com (for US) or http://www.kodak.ca (for Canada) or call: Kodak (USA only) from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern time) Monday through Friday at 1-800-242-2424. Kodak (Canada only) from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time) Monday through Friday at 1-800-465-6325, ext. 36100; for the Toronto area, call 416-766-8233, ext. 36100. When you call, please have your camera available. For warranty purposes, please keep your sales receipt as proof of the date of purchase. © Eastman Kodak Company, 1999 ENGLISH 1 CONTENTS CAMERA IDENTIFICATION ............... 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES .............. 3 Power shutdown ........................... 4 Battery tips ................................... 4 LOADING THE FILM ......................... 5 TAKING PICTURES .......................... 9 Tips for better pictures ................. 11 TAKING FLASH PICTURES ............. 12 UNLOADING THE FILM .................... 14 CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA ........ 15 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 16 SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 18 CAMERA IDENTIFICATION Unfold cover flaps of manual to view camera diagrams. 1 SHUTTER BUTTON 2 PICTURE COUNTER 3 VIEWFINDER 4 FLASH 5 BATTERY DOOR 6 LENS COVER 7 LENS 8 FILM-ADVANCE WHEEL 9 FLASH-READY LIGHT 10 VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE 2 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 FILM-REWIND BUTTON FILM-SPROCKET TEETH FILM CHAMBER FILM-DOOR LATCH CAMERA STRAP FILM SPINDLE FILM-REWIND HANDLE FILM TAKE-UP SPOOL FILM-LOAD MARK FILM DOOR FILM WINDOW LOADING THE BATTERIES This camera uses 2 AAA-size alkaline 1.5 V batteries. 1. Load the batteries as shown. · Make sure you tuck the battery pull strap into the battery chamber before inserting the batteries. 2. Replace the batteries with fresh alkaline batteries when the FLASH-READY LIGHT (9) takes more than 30 seconds to come on. 3 Power shutdown To reduce battery power, the camera will go into a sleep mode when it is not operated for more than 1 minute with the lens cover opened. You can still take a picture while the FLASHREADY LIGHT (9) is on. When the light turns off, close and open the LENS COVER (6) to turn the camera back on. · Close the lens cover when the camera is not used for an extended time to further conserve the batteries' life. Battery tips · Dispose of batteries according to local and national regulations. · Keep spare batteries with you at all times. · Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer. · Keep batteries away from children. · Do not try to take apart, recharge or short circuit the batteries, or subject them to high temperature or fire. · Store batteries in their original packaging prior to use. 4 LOADING THE FILM For excellent all-around results for indoor and outdoor picture-taking, use ISO 400-speed film. For use in bright daylight, you can use ISO 100- or ISO 200-speed film. If in sunlight, turn your back to the sun and load the film in the shade of your body. 1. Push up on the FILM-DOOR LATCH (14) to open the FILM DOOR (20). 2. Insert the flat end of the film cartridge over the FILM SPINDLE (16). Push the other end of the film cartridge completely down into the FILM CHAMBER (13) until it fits securely into place. · Do not force it into the film chamber. 5 3. Pull out the film leader until the tip reaches the FILM-LOAD MARK (19). Film Leader · Make sure the sprocket teeth show through the holes on the upper side of the film. · If the end of the film extends past the film-load mark, gently push the excess back into the cartridge. Film-Load Mark Film-Guide Rails · Lay the film flat between the filmguide rails rotating the film cartridge in the direction of the FILM-SPROCKET TEETH (12). 6 4. Close the film door and check the FILM WINDOW (21). 5. Slide the LENS COVER (6) completely open to uncover the LENS (7) and to turn on the camera. You should see the film information through the window. · Do not open the film door after you start taking pictures or you will ruin the film. · GA24 100/21" 7 6. Press the SHUTTER BUTTON (1) and turn the FILM-ADVANCE WHEEL (8) until it locks; repeat the steps until the PICTURE COUNTER (2) shows "1." · · If the picture counter does not move, reload the film into the camera and repeat the filmloading instructions. The picture counter starts at "0" and each mark within the increments of 5 represents one picture. 8 GA24 100/21" TAKING PICTURES This camera features a flash that, when the flash-ready light glows, will fire every time you take a picture. This allthe-time flash feature provides consistently brighter pictures by acting as a fill flash in hazy outdoor pictures or in bright-light conditions where shadows may exist. 1. Slide the LENS COVER (6) completely open to uncover the LENS (7) and to turn on the camera. 2. For a sharp picture, stand at least 4 ft (1.2 m) from your subject. 4 ft (1.2 m) · The flash-recycle time is approximately 5 seconds with fresh batteries. 9 3. Look through the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (10) to see your subject. 5. Wind the film-advance wheel (8) until it stops. 4. Hold the camera steady and gently press the SHUTTER BUTTON (1) to GA24 100/21" take the picture. Your camera is ready to take the next picture. 6. Close the lens cover when you are done taking pictures. · 10 Tips for better pictures · To avoid blurry pictures, hold your camera steady by keeping your elbows close to your body when you press the shutter button. · Stand close enough to your subject so that it fills the viewfinder but not closer than 4 ft (1.2 m). · Take pictures at the subject's level. Kneel down to take pictures of children and pets. · Hold your camera vertically to capture tall, narrow subjects, such as a waterfall, skyscraper, or a single person. · · · · Add interest to your picture by framing it with a tree branch, a window, or even the rails of a fence. Keep the sun behind you. This provides the best subject illumination. Keep your hand, fingers, or objects away from the flash and picturetaking lens. Stand at an angle to shiny surfaces like windows or mirrors to avoid flash reflection and bright spots in your pictures. 11 TAKING FLASH PICTURES In dim light, such as indoors or outdoors in heavy shade, or on dark overcast days, you need flash. This camera simplifies your picture-taking because the flash fires every time you take a picture. 1. Slide the LENS COVER (6) completely open to uncover the LENS (7) and to turn on the camera. 2. Wait for the FLASH-READY LIGHT (9) to glow. 3. Keep the subject within the distance range for the speed of film in your camera. · Don't take pictures beyond the maximum distance or your pictures will be dark. 12 4. Hold the camera steady and gently press the SHUTTER BUTTON (1) to take the picture. · To prevent battery drain, turn off the flash by closing the lens cover when you are done taking pictures. 4 ­ 9 ft (1.2 ­ 2.8 m) Beyond 9 ft Picture will be dark Beyond 12 ft Picture will be dark Beyond 17 ft Picture will be dark Safe Range 100-speed film 4 ­ 12 ft (1.2 ­ 3.7 m) Safe Range 200-speed film 4 ­ 17 ft (1.2 ­ 5.2 m) Safe Range 400-speed film 13 UNLOADING THE FILM The film will not advance when you reach the end of the roll. You must rewind the film before you open the film door or you will ruin the film. 1. Press the FILMREWIND BUTTON (11) until it latches. 2. Unfold the FILM-REWIND HANDLE (17) and slowly turn it in the direction of the arrow. GA24 100/21" There should be tension when turning the film-rewind handle and less tension when the film is fully rewound. · Do not lift or pull on the filmrewind handle or it may break. 3. Open the FILM DOOR (20) to remove the film and reload with fresh KODAK Film. · 14 CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA · Protect the camera from dust, moisture, sudden impact, and excessive heat. CAUTION: Do not use solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners on the camera body. · If the lens appears dirty, breathe on it to form a mist and wipe the surface gently with a soft, lintless cloth or camera lens-cleaning tissue. Never wipe a dry lens. CAUTION: Use solvents or solutions designed for cleaning camera lenses. Do not use chemically treated tissues intended for cleaning eyeglasses. · Remove the batteries when you store the camera for an extended time. CAUTION: To prevent possible damage and electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the camera or flash unit by yourself. 15 TROUBLESHOOTING What happened Camera will not operate Probable cause Lens cover closed Batteries dead or improperly loaded in camera Flash not ready Film not properly loaded in camera Film needs to be rewound/removed 16 Solution Open lens cover completely Replace batteries and insert as shown on battery door Wait for flash-ready light to glow Reload the film. See LOADING THE FILM See UNLOADING THE FILM What happened Flash-ready light fails to glow within 30 seconds Probable cause Lens cover not fully opened Batteries weak or dead Batteries improperly loaded in camera No film in camera Camera in sleep mode Solution Open lens cover Replace with 2 fresh AAA-size alkaline batteries Insert batteries as shown on battery door Load film into camera See Power shutdown on page 4 Open lens cover 17 Shutter button cannot be released Lens cover closed SPECIFICATIONS Lens: 30 mm, 2-element aspheric lens Shutter speed: Fixed at 1/100 second Aperture: f/8.0 for flash/daylight Film speed: DX (ISO) 100, 200, or 400 print film Focus range: Daylight: 4 ft (1.2 m) to infinity Viewfinder: Reverse galilean Flash unit: Built-in, flash every time Flash-recycle time: 5 seconds with fresh batteries Power source: 2-AAA alkaline batteries Dimensions: 117 x 41 x 63 mm Weight: 4.3 oz (120 g) Kodak and "e" mark are trademarks. 18 Cámara KODAK KB18 ¿NECESITA AYUDA CON SU CÁMARA? Visite nuestro sitio en la red mundial electrónica (world wide web) a la dirección http://www.kodak.com (solamente en los Estados Unidos) o http://www.kodak.ca (solamente en el Canadá) o llame a: Kodak (solamente en los Estados Unidos), al 1 (800) 242-2424, de lunes a viernes de 9:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m. (hora del este). Kodak (solamente en el Canadá), al 1 (800) 465-6325, extensión 36100, de lunes a viernes de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. (hora del este); para el área de Toronto, llame al (416) 766-8233 extensión 36100. Cuando llame, por favor tenga su cámara disponible. Para los propósitos de la garantía, sírvase guardar el recibo de venta como prueba de la fecha de compra. ESPAÑOL 19 CONTENIDO IDENTIFICACIÓN DE LA CÁMARA . 20 COMO CARGAR LAS BATERÍAS .... 21 Apagado automático ................... 22 Consejos para usar las baterías .. 23 COMO CARGAR LA PELÍCULA ...... 24 COMO TOMAR FOTOGRAFÍAS ...... 28 Consejos útiles para obtener mejores fotografías .................. 30 COMO TOMAR FOTOGRAFÍAS CON FLASH .................................. 31 COMO DESCARGAR LA PELÍCULA ................................ 34 CUIDADO DE SU CÁMARA ............ 36 PROBLEMAS Y SOLUCIONES ....... 37 ESPECIFICACIONES ...................... 40 20 IDENTIFICACION DE LA CÁMARA Desdoble las cubiertas del manual para ver los diagramas de la cámara 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DISPARADOR CONTADOR DE FOTOGRAFÍAS VISOR FLASH PUERTA DEL COMPARTIMIENTO DE LAS BATERÍAS CUBIERTA DEL LENTE LENTE RUEDA DE AVANCE DE LA PELÍCULA INDICADOR LUMINOSOS DE FLASH LISTO OCULAR DEL VISOR 11 BOTÓN DE REBOBINADO DEL 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 LA PELÍCULA DIENTES DE ENGRANAJE DE LA PELÍCULA COMPARTIMIENTO DE LA PELÍCULA CERROJO DE LA PUERTA DEL COMPARTIMIENTO DE LA PELÍCULA CORREA DE LA CÁMARA HUSO DE LA PELÍCULA MANIGUETA DE REBOBINADO DE LA PELÍCULA CARRETE RECEPTOR DE LA PELÍCULA MARCA DEL BORDE DE LA PELÍCULA PUERTA DEL COMPARTIMIENTO DE LA PELÍCULA VENTANA DE LA PELÍCULA COMO CARGAR LAS BATERÍAS Esta cámara utiliza 2 baterías alcalinas de 1,5 voltios tamaño AAA. 1. Cargue las baterías como aquí se indica. · Asegúrese de poner la banda de remover las baterías dentro del compartimiento de las baterías antes de poner las baterías en su compartimiento. 21 2. Cambie las baterías por baterías alcalinas nuevas cuando el INDICADOR LUMINOSO DE FLASH LISTO (9) demora más de 30 Características de la conservación automática de energía segundos en encenderse. Apagado automático Para reducir el gasto de la energía de las baterías, la cámara comenzará el modo de economía cuando no se usa por más de 1 minuto con la cubierta del lente abierta. Puede continuar tomando fotografías mientras que el INDICADOR LUMINOSO DE FLASH LISTO (9) este encendido. Cuando el indicador se apague, para encender la cámara cierre y abra la CUBIERTA DEL LENTE (6 ...