Polaroid Macro 3 SLR User Guide 3 English 9 Deutsch 15 Español 21 Français 27 Italiano English Introduction The Polaroid Macro 3 SLR is a simple to operate, fully automatic, portable camera designed for dental and medical documentation of patient conditions, and other applications requiring high quality close-up photographs. The camera uses Polaroid self-developing instant color films, so you know immediately that you have the picture you need. The camera produces reproductions at: 1X(100%), 2X (200%) and 3X (300%). The lenses for each reproduction size are self-contained, so there is no need to attach accessories when changing magnification. The camera has two built-in electronic flash units providing even illumination, and a microprocessor-controlled exposure system that automatically sets the camera for the correct exposure at all magnifications. The Macro 3 is compatible with: 3 · 5X Close-Up Contact and Non-Contact Attachments · Intraoral Dental Kit Other features include: · Dual red LED rangefinder helping you place the camera at the proper distance from the subject for correct focus. · Tripod ready. The numbers throughout the text refer to the illustrations at the end of the book. 4 English Camera parts (Fig. 1) a Shutter button b Right hand grip c Electronic flash units d Lens e Film door release button f Film door g Tripod socket (on bottom of camera) h Ranging lights i j l Magnification selector knob Left hand grip Control panel 4 Close the film door. The safety cover ejects from the front of the camera (5). To remove an empty film pack Open the film door, grasp the tab on the end of the pack, and pull the pack out (6). The control panel (7) a Power button Press to turn on the camera. The red flash units begin charging, and the green indicators light up when the camera is fully charged for picture-taking. The camera turns off if the power button is pressed again, or after 30 seconds of inactivity. (Note: The camera can also be turned on by lightly pressing the shutter button.) k Viewfinder b Flash status lights The red LED blinks while the flash units are charging; the green lights will come on when READY. Load the film The camera uses Polaroid HighDefinition instant self-developing color films. Type 990 film is recommended; GridFilm and Spectra/Image films also can be used. Each film pack contains 10 sheets of film and a battery providing power. These high-speed (ISO640/29°) films are balanced for electronic flash and daylight (5500°K), and produce positive color prints. c Lighten/Darken controls Each setting adjusts the flash output to increase or decrease exposure by 1/3 f-stop. The center light is the nominal setting. d 1 Press the film door release button; the door drops open (2). Film counter Counts down, indicating the number of pictures remaining in the pack. Set the magnification Turn the magnification selector knob to the desired setting (8). The knob clicks into position at each magnification; the camera will not function if the knob is between lens settings. In addition to the magnification, the selector shows the camera-to-subject distance and icons that represent the approximate area of a subject included in the picture. 2 Check that the film processing rollers are clean, before loading the film. Dirt or bits of dried developer on the rollers can cause a pattern of repeated spots or bars on pictures. Clean both rollers with a soft, lint-free cloth, dampened with water if necessary (3). Rotate the rollers as you clean and inspect them. 3 Hold the film pack by the edges, with the safety cover facing up (4). Slide the pack all the way into the camera. English Focusing and framing the subject 1 Hold the camera at the approximate distance from the subject for the selected magnification. For example, if taking pictures at 1X, hold the camera 9.9 in. (25cm) from the subject. 5 Lighten/Darken control (15) The camera is designed to provide the correct exposure for subjects of average brightness. With some subjects, you may want to make the picture lighter or darker to enhance specific details. Each setting on the panel indicates an exposure change of 1/3 f-stop, up to 1 full f-stop. 2 Press the shutter button lightly (9); the ranging lights go on. The lights stay on as long as the button is pressed. If you release the button, the lights go off in about 15 sec. Press the shutter button lightly to turn them on again. · Press the light arrow to lighten pictures (increase the exposure). 3 Look over the top of the camera; note the two ranging lights on the subject (10). Move the camera nearer or farther from the subject, until the two lights merge (11). · Press the dark arrow to darken pictures (decrease the exposure). · Press the opposite arrow until green light aligns directly over the vertical line (return to nominal position). The camera has a memory and saves your custom Lighten/Darken settings. 4 The viewfinder shows the area included in the picture, with the ranging lights in the center of the picture. If you have difficulty seeing the ranging lights, check that the camera is at the correct distance from the subject. See also Troubleshooting. Flash units (16) The two built-in electronic flash units are designed to provide even illumination at all reproduction scales. Take the picture Outdoor use Look through the viewfinder, and reframe the subject as needed. Press the shutter button all the way to take the picture (12). The picture automatically ejects from the front of the camera when you release the shutter button. Lay the picture down flat or hold it by its wide border while it develops. Do not shake, bend or squeeze the picture, and never cut pictures or take them apart. See Caution notice on film box. The camera is designed primarily for indoor use; if it must be used outdoors: · Select an area not subjected to bright sunlight, which may cause overexposed pictures. · Shade the subject from direct sunlight. (It is difficult to see the ranging lights in very bright light.) · Optimal performance 71°F (22°C). GridFilm This film has a grid pattern which is created during manufacture. The grid pattern appears as an overlay on any picture taken with the film. The pattern consists of 17 vertical and 13 horizontal lines. To help you define location on the grid, the vertical lines are identified by letters across the top, and the horizontal lines are identified by numbers Picture tips · Important: Always hold the camera so the front panel is parallel to the subject (13). Holding the camera at an angle (14) may cause uneven picture sharpness. · If you wear eye glasses for distant viewing, wear them when using the camera for accurate viewing and focusing. 6 English along the left border (17). You can specify the location on the picture by a letter-number combination. Calculating measurement from the grid pattern When taking pictures at 1X magnification, each square of the grid pattern represents 5mm (0.2 in.). The chart below shows the value represented by each square in pictures taken at each magnification. Magnification 1X 2X 3X Grid square value 0.2 in. 0.1 in. 5mm. 2.5 mm. trol may be set incorrectly. Very light subjects may require setting the control toward Darken. There may be bright ambient light affecting the exposure. Pictures too dark The camera may be too far from the subject for the selected magnification. The Lighten/Darken control may be set incorrectly. Very dark subjects may require setting the control toward Lighten. Subject not sharp The camera is at the wrong distance from the subject. (Pictures also will be incorrectly exposed -- too light or too dark.) Portions of picture out of focus, or distorted subject The camera is not parallel to the subject. 0.07 in. 1.7mm. Care and Maintenance Lens care Avoid touching the lens. To remove dust or fingerprints, breathe on the lens and wipe it gently with a clean, soft facial tissue. Do not use silicone-treated eyeglass tissues. Temperature The camera and film are designed for use at temperatures of 40­105°F (4­41°C). Store below 75°F (24°C). Never leave film or a loaded camera in a hot area (such as the luggage compartment of a car). Caution To prevent electric shock, do not remove camera covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to the nearest Polaroid Service Center. Troubleshooting Difficulty focusing The ranging lights may be difficult to see when using the camera in very bright light, or when photographing very dark subjects. If you have difficulty seeing the ranging lights: · Check that the camera is set for the desired magnification, and is at the correct distance from the subject. · Check that the film is not outdated. · Move the ranging lights to a lighter area on the subject. · Look over the top of the camera, rather than through the viewfinder. Camera does not function The flash and/or LED ranging lights will not function if the film pack battery is weak or dead. No image in viewfinder The magnification selector knob is between settings. Pictures too light The camera may be too close to the subject for the selected magnification. The Lighten/Darken con- EMC statement Polaroid Corporation certifies that this product conforms to the following standards: Safety: Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC EMC: EN55022, Class B; EN50082-1; IEC 801-2, 801-3 English Free technical assistance If you need assistance or additional information please contact a Polaroid dealer, or office nearest you. For assistance within the U.S.A., call us toll free at 1-800-343-5000, Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern time). Or, write to the Customer Care Center, Polaroid Corporation, 201 Burlington Road, Bedford, MA, 01730-1406. If outside the U.S.A., contact the nearest Polaroid Office. (See list on back page.) 7 1 This device may not cause harmful interference. 2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Notice (U.S.A. only) Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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: Limited Warranty Your Macro 3 camera has been thoroughly tested and inspected before shipment. All parts are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for one full year from the date of original purchase. During this period, any such defects will be remedied by Polaroid Corporation without charge, except for transportation costs. The warranty excludes damage resulting from normal wear, mishandling or accident, and a charge will be made for such repairs. U.S.A.: This warranty excludes consequential damages in jurisdictions where permissible. Outside U.S.A.: This warranty does not affect your statutory rights. · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Service Before returning a camera for service, contact the Polaroid Customer Care Center or the nearest Polaroid Office for shipping and service information. The camera should be packed in its original shipping carton or other sturdy container, and shipped, prepaid and insured, to the nearest Polaroid Office. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. EMI Notice (Canada) This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Radio and television interference FCC requirements This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 8 English Camera Specifications Magnification 1 1X (100%) 2X (200%) 3X (300%) 1 Lens to subject distance 9.9 in./25cm 4.8 in./12cm 3.1 in/8cm Lens Focal length 2 128mm 85.4mm 64mm Effective lens aperture f/47 f/67 f/100 Depth of field 3 0.86 in/2.2cm 0.31 in./0.8cm 0.20 in./0.5cm If the exact magnification must be documented, include a scale in the picture (18). The scale and the subject must be at the same distance from the camera. The camera contains separate lenses for the magnification. Each lens has ...