Kodak T40 Auto Camera User's Manual Consumer Imaging EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Rochester, NY 14650 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2002 New 11/02 Pt. No. 20230095 ENGLISH/ESPAÑOL/FRANÇAIS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Your model camera 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 provide reasonable protection against interference in residential use. The camera generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this camera does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the camera off and on, you may reduce the interference by the following: -- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -- Increase the separation between the camera and the receiver. -- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations. KODAK ADVANTIX T40 Auto Camera Visit our Web site at http://www.kodak.com (for US) or http www.kodak.ca (for Canada) or call: Kodak (US 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. Have your camera available when you call. For warranty purposes, keep your sales receipt as proof of the date of purchase. ENGLISH 1 NEED HELP WITH YOUR CAMERA OR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ADVANCED PHOTO SYSTEM? CONTENTS CAMERA IDENTIFICATION ..... 3 CAMERA FEATURES .............. 6 ATTACHING THE STRAP ....... 8 LOADING THE BATTERY ........ 9 Low-battery indicator ......... 10 Battery tips ......................... 10 Power shutdown ................ 12 LOADING THE FILM .............. 12 TAKING PICTURES .............. 14 Typical print sizes (formats) .......................... 16 Tips for better pictures ....... 17 TAKING FLASH PICTURES .. Flash-to-subject distance ... USING THE SELF-TIMER ..... UNLOADING THE FILM ........ Automatic rewind ............... Manual rewind ................... CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA .................. TROUBLESHOOTING ........... SPECIFICATIONS ................. 18 19 19 20 20 21 22 23 25 2 CAMERA IDENTIFICATION 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 shutter button film-rewind button self-timer button LCD panel self-timer bulb viewfinder flash lens lens-cover switch strap post film-door lever 11 9 10 8 3 13 12 14 12 print-format switch 13 viewfinder eyepiece 14 flash-ready lamp 4 16 15 tripod socket battery door film door film chamber self-timer indicator 20 picture counter 21 battery symbol 20 17 18 21 15 16 17 18 19 19 5 CAMERA FEATURES Three Print Formats · Choose from 3 picture sizes: Classic (C), Group/HDTV (H), or Panoramic (P). The masking inside the viewfinder changes to match each format selection. Double Exposure Protection (DEP) · Don't worry about accidentally re-exposing your film. Your camera reads the Film Status Indicator (FSI) on the film cassette to prevent double exposures. Pop-up Flash · The extension of the flash helps to reduce red eyes in flash pictures and hand obstruction in front of the lens. Flash-recycle Time · Long life and quick flash recharge times with the lithium battery. Easy, Drop-in Loading · Easy, drop-in loading is fast and virtually error-free. The camera uses KODAK ADVANTIX Film. The film cassette communicates the status of film and becomes the carrier and storage container for the processed film. 6 Safety-locked Film Door · The safety interlock on the film door prevents the door from opening before the film is completely rewound. Look for this logo to be certain that the film you buy is made for this camera. Film Status Indicator (FSI) · An indicator advances from one symbol to another to identify the status of the film inside the cassette. Unexposed 1 4 2 Partially exposed Fully exposed Look for this logo to select a certified photofinisher for developing your film and to assure that you get all the features of the Advanced Photo System. 3 Processed negatives 7 ATTACHING THE STRAP Thread the strap's shorter looped end under the strap post (10). Pull the longer end through the shorter loop and pull it tight. NOTE: You can use the knob on the clasp of the camera strap to actuate the buttons on the camera. 8 LOADING THE BATTERY This camera uses one 3 V lithium KODAK KCR2 Battery (or CR2 equivalent) that supplies power for all camera operations. NOTE: Insert the battery before you load the film. 1. Open the battery door (16). 2. Place the battery over the battery-pull strap and insert into the chamber. 3. Close the battery door. NOTE: Before you remove the old battery, slide the lens-cover switch (9) to turn off the camera. 9 Low-battery indicator Replace the battery when the battery symbol (21) appears in the LCD panel (4) or when the flashready lamp (14) takes longer than 15 seconds to turn on. Battery tips · Dispose of the battery according to local and national regulations. · Keep a spare battery with you at all times. · Keep batteries away from children. · Store the battery in its original packaging prior to use. · Remove the battery when you store the camera for an extended time. · Do not use rechargeable batteries. 10 CAUTION: Do not put the battery in your pocket or in a container that contains coins or metal objects. If the battery touches the metal objects, the battery may short circuit, dis-charge energy, become hot, or leak. CAUTION: Do not try to take apart, recharge or short circuit the battery, or subject it to high temperature or fire. WARNING: In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks onto your skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. For additional information, contact Kodak Health, Safety and Environment Information in the U.S. at 1-585-722-5151. Customers outside the U.S. can contact their local health care provider. WARNING: In the unlikely event that battery fluid leaks inside the camera, U.S. customers can contact the Kodak Information Center (KIC) at 1-800-242-2424. Customers outside the U.S. can contact their local Kodak Customer Service representative. 11 LOADING THE FILM Power shutdown To conserve battery power, the camera automatically goes to sleep after 4 minutes of nonuse. To wake up the camera, take a picture or close and reopen the lens cover. Turn off the camera when it is not in use to further extend the battery life. You can load film with the camera on or off. NOTE: Insert the battery before you load the film. 1. Push the film-door lever (11) to open the film door (17). 12 2. Insert the film cassette completely into the film chamber (18). · Make sure the Film Status Indicator (FSI) on the film cassette is at q (#1 position) for a new cassette. · Do not force the film cassette into the film chamber. 3. Close the film door to start the automatic film prewind. · The picture counter (20) in the LCD panel (4) displays the number of pictures remaining on the film. · After you close the safetyinterlocked film door and the film starts to prewind, you cannot open the door until the film is completely rewound into the film cassette. 13 TAKING PICTURES You can take Classic (C), Group/ HDTV (H)*, and Panoramic (P) pictures on the same film cassette. Your photofinishing costs are based on the format used. 1. Slide the lenscover switch (9) to uncover the lens (8), raise the flash (7), and turn on the camera. 2. Slide the print-format switch (12) to C, H, or P. The viewfinder changes to show the selected field of view. P H C P C H * High Definition Television (HDTV) prints are the same aspect ratio as the TV for CD interface capabilities. 14 3. Frame your subject within the viewfinder eyepiece (13). For a sharp picture, stand at least 3.3 ft (1.0 m) from your subject. · For low-light conditions, wait until the flash-ready lamp (14) glows green. 4. Press the shutter button (1) to take the picture. 15 Typical print sizes (formats) C H Classic Group (HDTV) 3.5 x 5 in. or 4 x 6 in. 3.5 x 6 or 4 x 7 in. (88.9 x 127 mm or (88.9 x 152 mm or 102 x 152 mm) 102 x 178 mm) P Panoramic 3.5 x 8.5 in. to 4 x 11.5 in. (88.9 x 216 mm to 102 x 292.7 mm) NOTE: Your photofinisher generally provides 4 x 6, 4 x 7 and 4 x 11.5 in. (102 x 152, 102 x 178 and 102 x 292.7 mm) sizes. Some local printers may offer 3.5 x 5, 3.5 x 6, and 3.5 x 8.5 in. (88.9 x 127, 88.9 x 152 and 88.9 x 216 mm) sizes. 16 Tips for better pictures · Hold your camera steady by keeping your elbows close to your body when you press the shutter button to avoid blurry pictures. · Keep your pictures simple. Move close enough to your subject so that it fills the viewfinder but not closer than 3.3 ft (1.0 m). · Take pictures at the subject's level. Kneel down to take pictures of children and pets. · Keep the sun behind you to provide the best subject illumination. · Hold your camera vertically with the flash positioned upward to capture tall, narrow subjects, such as a waterfall, skyscraper, or a person. · Add interest to your picture by framing it with a tree branch, a window, or even the rails of a fence. · Stand at an angle to shiny surfaces like windows or mirrors to avoid flash reflection and bright spots in your pictures. · Turn on all the room lights and have your subject look at the lights to reduce red eyes in flash pictures. 17 TAKING FLASH PICTURES In dim light, such as indoors or outdoors in heavy shade, or on dark overcast days, you need flash. Your camera has an automatic pop-up flash that fires when needed. The pop-up flash helps to minimize red eyes in flash pictures (see Tips for better pictures on page 17 ). 1. Slide the lens-cover switch (9) to uncover the lens (8), raise the FLASH (7), and turn on the camera. 2. Frame your subject within the viewfinder eyepiece (13). 18 3. Keep the subject within the distance range for the speed of film in your camera (see Flashto-subject distance table). · Don't take pictures beyond the maximum distance or your pictures will be dark. 4. Wait for the flash-ready lamp (14) to glow green. 5. Press the shutter button (1) to take a picture. Flash-to-subject distance ISO film Flash-to-subject speed distance 100 3.3 to 10 ft (1.0 to 3.1 m) 200 3.3 to 14 ft (1.0 to 4.3 m) 400 3.3 to 18 ft (1.0 to 5.5 m) USING THE SELF-TIMER Use this feature to include yourself in pictures. 1. Attach a tripod to the camera tripod socket (15) or place the camera on a firm support. 2. Press the self-timer button (3). · The self-timer indicator (19) appears in the LCD panel (4). 19 3. Frame your subject within the viewfinder eyepiece (13) and allow room for yourself. 4. Press the shutter button (1) to start the timer. 5. Quickly position yourself in the composed picture making sure that you see the self-timer bulb (5). · Before the shutter releases, the self-timer bulb glows and then blinks during the ten seconds of countdown. · To cancel the self-timer selection before the shutter releases, close the lens cover. · The self-timer turns off after the shutter releases. 20 UNLOADING THE FILM Automatic rewind The camera automatically rewinds the film into the cassette after the last exposure. 1. Wait for the camera motor to stop to ensure that the film is completely rewound into the film cassette. · The picture counter (20) in the LCD panel (4) displays "0." The picture-counter display disappears when you close the lens cover. 2. Push the film-door lever (11) to open the film door (17). 3. Remove the film cassette from the camera and reload with new KODAK ADVANTIX Film. · The FSI on the fully exposed film cassette is at (#3 position). Manual rewind If you do not want to use the entire film, you can manually start the automatic rewind. Gently press the film-rewind button (2) by using the knob on the clasp of the camera strap. NOTE: You cannot reload a partially exposed film cassette and continue to take pictures. 21 CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA · Protect the camera from dust, moisture, sudden impact, and excessive heat. CAUTION: Do not use solvents or harsh cleansers 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 ca ...