ID100 lege een Col Evergr H ILEN Name BOOT E M. SOPH Class . Studen 0 0348 No, t Signat ure llege een Co Evergr H ILEN Name BOOT E M. SOPH Class . 0348 Stude 0 nt No, ure Signat Clas s S Contents 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 Introduction Select a Work Area Camera, Laminator, and Die Cutter Setup Set the Processing Timer Install the Validation Plate Load the Film About the Camera Controls Take the Picture Process the Film Cut the Print Laminate the Pictures Change the Data Card and Picture Contrast Clean the Developer Rollers Replace the Batteries Adjust the Laminator Thermostat Storing the System Troubleshooting Problem/Solution Table Technical Assistance Introduction The ID-100 Systems produce instant, color identification cards, which combine a picture of the subject with data or information about the subject. The dual-position camera has one position for taking pictures; the other position for storage and transport. Select a Work Area You need an area about 8 ft x 10 ft (2.4 m x 3 m), as shown in the figure. 54 in (1.4 m) d a b e c a b c d e table, approximately 30 inches (76 cm) high grounded electrical outlet wastebasket non-reflective backdrop, approximately 30 inches (76 cm) square chair approximately 18 inches (45 cm) high Note: Figure shows recommended distance from subject to camera lens. If your system has been modified for close-up pictures, the correct distance is 40 in (1.0 m). "Polaroid," "Polacolor" and "Identifilm" are trademarks of Polaroid Corporation, Cambridge, MA 02139 U.S.A. PW-17133M-1 June, 1999 1 Camera, Laminator, and Die Cutter Setup System must be grounded using a power cord with a threepronged grounded plug (applies only in countries with grounded electrical supplies), which must be plugged into an appropriate outlet. Do not under any circumstances remove ground prong from plug. If extension cord is needed, use cord with grounded plug and suitable power rating. 5 Plug the laminator power cord into the camera base. 6 Turn the key to turn on the 1 Pull the knob and hold it out. camera system power; move the laminator switch to the heat position. Note: The laminator must warm up for 5 minutes before use. 2 Grasp the camera and swing it into the upright position. The camera head locks into position. RUN HEAT OFF Set the Processing Timer Before setting the timer, remove the insulation strip (a) protecting the timer's battery during shipment. 3 Plug in the camera power cord, and then connect it to the electrical outlet. 1 Press the MIN button to set minutes (larger numbers). The next higher number appears with each press. It displays "01" after the first press, "02" after the second. a 2 Press the SEC button, to set seconds (smaller numbers). The next higher number appears with each press. It displays "01" for one second or "10" for ten seconds. 4 Place the laminator in a convenient location, and then place the die cutter on top. 3 Press START to start the timer. 4 Press the MIN and SEC buttons simultaneously, to clear the numbers. RUN HEAT OFF Replacement battery: The timer uses one #LR44 or equivalent battery. They can be purchased wherever watch, calculator, or hearing aid batteries are sold. 2 Install the Validation Plate The validation plate determines the location of the portrait on the ID card. The validation plate may include a validating signature or seal for additional security. Contact your Polaroid dealer or representative for details and ordering information. Load the Film The ID-100 Systems use Polaroid instant color films, such as: · · · · · Polacolor 100 ID UV film Polacolor ID Ultraviolet (U.S.A. only) Polacolor T681 IdentiFilm Polacolor ER type 669 1 Open the film door. 2 Hold the validation plate by the bottom tab. Each film pack produces ten 8 3/4 in x 4 1/4 in (8.5 cm x 10.8 cm) sheets. The camera produces two ID card photographs on each sheet (20 ID cards/pack). Before loading film, check that the developer rollers are clean. See the section Clean the Developer Rollers. 3 Insert the top end of the plate so the center tab fits under, and the side tabs fit over the center rod. The slot in the center tab engages a pin inside the holder. 1 Open the film door. 2 Hold the film pack by the edges and slide it in at an angle. Then push it down into place. 4 Move the plate from side to side. If inserted correctly, it should only move slightly. 3 Check that the white leader tabs are not caught between the pack and the holder. 5 Insert the bottom of the plate into the holder so the bar pushes in the spring. 4 Close and latch the door with the black tab sticking out. 6 Push in and down until the plate snaps into place. To Remove the Plate Grasp the sides of the plate near the bottom edge, and lift the plate up and out. 5 Pull the black safety cover straight, all the way out of the holder. A white leader tab appears. If not, see the section No leader tab? 3 About the Camera Controls The control panel on the ID-100 Systems has indicators, knobs, and a selector switch. · · · · The indicators light up as a reminder of the next step and the camera does not operate until each step is completed. The knobs allow you to lighten or darken the data card or the subject picture. The selector switch allows you to produce two identical or two different ID cards on one sheet of film. The face brightener is used for increased strobe outlet for a single photograph. a b c d e If the aiming light goes off before you have aimed the camera, press the shutter button lightly to turn it on again. The camera will not take a picture if the aim light goes out. 4 Press the shutter button firmly to take the picture. 5 If you are taking two identical pictures, process the film. If the second picture is a different subject, remove the data card, and insert the next data card. 6 Aim the camera and take the second picture. Process the Film Important: Pull the film tabs straight, all the way out of the holder. f gh Indicators for each step a b c d e 1 Pull the leader tab straight, all the way out of the holder. A processing tab with arrows appears. If not, see the section No Processing Tabs? Face brightener ON Pull film tabs Insert date card Remove data card Aim camera and take picture The picture Lighten/Darken Control The Card Selector Switch The card data Lighten/Darken Control Knobs and Switch f g h 2 Grip the processing tab firmly, and pull straight at a moderate speed without hesitation, all the way out of the holder. Take the Picture Note: The indicators on the control panel light up to remind you of the next step. The camera does not operate until each step is completed. Make sure the card selector switch is in the correct position for the picture you need to take (duplicate or single). 3 Press the timer START button. 1 Take the data card from the subject. 2 Orient the card so that you can read it, and then slide it all the way into the slot. Note: In some camera models, the slot is on the right hand side of the camera. The slot is on the top of the camera for the vertical model. With the Pro model, the data card holder is removable for easy cleaning. 3 Grip the sides of the camera, and tilt it as needed to place the aiming light on the subject's chin. The aiming light stays on for 10-15 seconds. 4 4 Place the sheet of film near the timer. At the end of the processing time, the timer beeps. Laminate the Pictures Most ID cards are sealed or laminated inside a plastic pouch for protection. Plastic pouches are designed for use with wet, newly separated pictures, or with dry pictures. The following list provides guidelines for the type of pouch you use for your ID pictures (wet or dry pictures): 5 Separate the print from the negative, starting at the end nearest the arrows. en Ev erg re I M. BO OT Pouch Types · Co lle ge H Front and back are transparent Use with wet or dry pictures. Insert a wet picture into the pouch with the picture facing the side imprinted with the word Polaroid. Insert a dry picture facing the non-printed side. · Polaroid-printed transparent front and opaque back Ev erg re en Co lle M. ge BO OT m e Na m e LE gn at ur e NE ud en 03 t No 8 0 , 4 Si SO PH IL . EN St E Si gn at ur e Cl as s Cl as s SO PH . St ud en 03 t No 80 , 4 Na H 6 Fold the negative, moist side in and dispose of it properly. See the film packaging for recommended film handling and cautions. Wet pictures only. · Non-printed transparent front and opaque back Dry pictures only. Note: If the edges of the ID card are ragged, the laminator ther- Cut the Print 1 Insert the print into the die cutter as shown. Class Class mostat may be set too high. If the pouch is not completely sealed, the laminator thermostat may be set too low. See the section Adjust the Laminator Thermostat. 1 Move the laminator switch to the right to turn on the rollers. Evergreen College Name SOPH. SOPH. 03480 Student No, Student No, 03480 Signature Evergreen College Name Signature ILENE M. BOOTH ILENE M. BOOTH 2 Place the picture inside the pouch. Colle ge Eve rgre en Name 2 Ensure that the pictures are centered left to right. ILEN 0348 0 Sig natur e E M. H Studen t No , Signat ure 3 Push down on the handle to cut the picture into two ID cards. Class 3 Place the pouch inside the carEvergreen College Name 4 Release the handle, and then remove the excess paper from the die cutter. 5 Cla ss SOPH . Stud 0348 ent 0 No , Na me Eve rgre en Co ILEN lleg E M. e rier with the sealed side of the pouch against the closed side of the carrier. BOOT Class SOPH . SOPH. Class BOOT H SOPH. Stude Student No, 03480 80 034No, Name Signa ture nt Signature ge Colle reen Everg BOOTH ILENE M. BOOTH ILENE M. Class SOPH. Class SOPH. Stud Student No, 03480 80 034No, Nam Sign ature ent Signature Evergreen College Name llege een Co Evergr BOOTH ILENE M. BOOTH ILENE e M. 4 Insert the carrier into the laminator. Clean the Developer Rollers Dirt on the developer rollers can cause spots on pictures and jammed film. HEAT OFF RUN Important: Do not scrape the rollers with sharp objects or disassemble the rollers. Do not use chemicals or abrasive cleaners to clean the rollers. Cleaning the rollers after every 6 packs of film is recommended. 1 Lift the steel loops and remove 5 Allow the carrier to cool for several seconds before removing it. the roller assembly. 2 Clean both rollers with a soft, 6 Open the carrier and remove the laminated card. Do not bend or flex the card until it is cool. lint-free cloth dampened with water. Or, hold the roller assembly under clean running water. Change the Data Card and Picture Contrast You have the option of making the data card or the picture of the subject either lighter or darker as shown in the figure. 3 Rotate both rollers as you clean them to make sure they are free of dirt. a Data card contrast can be changed SOPH. Class Evergreen College ILENE M. BOOTH Name a 4 Clean the film tab slot, and then replace the roller assembly. 03480 Student No, Signature b Picture contrast can be changed b SOPH. Class Evergreen College ILENE M. BOOTH Name 03480 Student No, Signature To change the contrast: a Turn this knob to lighten Replace the Battery a b or darken the picture b Turn this knob to lighten If the timer stops working or if the display fades, you need to replace the LR44 or equivalent battery. or darken the data card 1 Open the battery door. 6 2 Insert the new batteries in the orientation (+/-) shown inside the compartment. Troubleshooting No Leader Tab? 1 Open the film door without moving the film pack. 2 Push the leader tab out. 3 Close and latch the door. 3 Press the SET and START buttons simultaneously to make sure the timer is working properly. Adjust the Laminator Thermostat Temperatures for laminating: Wet ID pictures Dry ID pictures 260­275°F (127­135°C) 245­255°F (118­124°C) 1 Insert a screwdriver into the temperature control as shown. Important: The control should not be turned more than 1/8 turn. No Processing Tab? Note: After pulling out a new processing tab, you will need to rephotograph the ID cards that were on that sheet of film. HE AT OF F RU N 1 Do not pull another leader tab. 2 Carefully open the holder far enough to get a finger on top of the film pack to hold it in position. 2 Turn the screwdriver toward: the... + ­ to... increase the temperature decrease the temperature Storing the System 1 Turn the power off. Allow unit to cool completely before storing. 2 Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and then from the socket on the camera base. When disconnecting the power cord, grasp the plug, not the cord, to prevent damage. 3 Grab the top processing tab and gently pull it all the way out and discard it. 4 Inspect the rollers and clean them if necessary. See the 3 Store the power cord in the camera base. 4 Pull out the ...