FCC STATEMENT 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: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water enter the camera, turn the power off and remove the battery. Continued use may cause personal injury. Please consult our friendly customer service. If the camera has been dropped or its case has been damaged, turn the power off and remove the battery. Continued use may cause personal injury. Please consult our friendly customer service. Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
Cautions Insert the battery properly paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted may cause damage to the product, injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This may cause damage to the person’s eyesight. Do not subject the LCD display to impact. This may damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak.
Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Use only the specified battery (3.7V). Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.
Important Information on Underwater Instructions Before using the camera underwater, please make sure to read the following the instructions carefully. Before Using in Water: 1. Make sure there is no foreign material such as dirt or sand on the waterproof seal of the battery/SD card door. Water, dirt, or sand may cause failure of the camera’s waterproof function. 2. Carefully inspect the waterproof seal of the battery/SD card door for damage (cuts, tears, dents, and any other imperfection).
6. If you need to change the battery or SD card after using the camera underwater, make sure the camera is completely clean and dry. Open the battery/SD card door with the battery compartment facing downward. Wipe off remaining water along the battery/SD card door to prevent moisture to go inside. 7. If the waterproof seal of the battery/SD card door has been contacted with salt water, make sure to use fresh water to rinse the camera and wipe it dry to avoid damage. 8.
CONTENTS 9 INTRODUCTION 30 MENU OPTIONS 9 9 Overview Package Contents 30 33 34 35 10 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA 10 10 11 12 Front View Rear View Button Operation User Interface 14 GETTING STARTED 14 Preparation 15 Charging the Battery 16 Initial Settings 18 CAPTURE MODE 18 Capturing Still Images 19 Taking Images When the Smile Detection Feature Is On 20 Capturing Images using the Face Detection Feature 21 Setting the Scene Mode 23 Taking Underwater Images 24 VIDEO MODE 24 Recording Video Clips 24
INTRODUCTION Overview Congratulations on your purchase of your new Polaroid digital camera. Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with a 8.0-megapixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 3264 x 2448 pixels. This digital camera is also waterproof and allows you to capture images underwater for 60 minutes at depths up to 30ft/10m.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1 2 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 5 Shutter button Power button Flash Self-timer LED Lens Microphone 6 Rear View 8 7 9 10 11 15 EN-10 14 13 12 7. LCD display 8. Status LED 9. Hand strap holder 10. Tripod socket 11. Battery/SD card door 12. Waterproof seal 13. Battery compartment 14. Memory card slot 15.
Button Operation 1 10 9 8 2 3 4 SET 5 7 Item 6 Function 8 Capture Mode 6 Video Mode 7 Playback Mode 1. >: Zooms out =: Zooms in >: Zooms out =: Zooms in >: Thumbnail =: Zooms in 2. Switches to: Switches to: video mode > scene mode scene mode selection screen > capture mode selection screen Still image: Switches to capture mode Video clip: Switches to video mode 3.
User Interface Capture mode 1. Zoom status 2. Flash mode [Blank]Auto Flash [a] Always ON [d] Flash Off [c] Red-eye Reduction [`] Slow Sync [_] Pre-flash 3. Battery level [l] Full battery power [o] Medium battery power [n] Low battery power [m] No battery power 4. Storage media [r] Internal memory (no card) [q] SD/SDHC memory card 5. [ ] Histogram 6. Focus frame (When the shutter button is pressed halfway turns either RED or GREEN. See page 18 for further details.) 7.
Video mode [B] 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Zoom status Flash mode Battery level Storage media Main focus area Video quality Video resolution Available recording time/Elapsed time during recording 9. Self-timer icon 10. Date and time 11. Focus setting 12. Mode icon 1 12 x4.
GETTING STARTED Preparation 1. Attach the camera’s hand strap as shown in the illustration. 2. Open the camera’s battery/SD card door. 3. Insert the supplied battery in the correct orientation as shown. 4. Insert a SD/SDHC memory card (Optional). The camera has 32MB internal memory (28MB available for image storage), but you can load an SD/SDHC memory card (We recommend the use of a Polaroid SD card - purchased separately - up to 8GB) to expand the camera’s memory capacity.
Charging the Battery You must fully charge your battery before the initial use of your camera. 1. Insert the battery into the battery charger. 2. Connect the power cord to the charger and insert the plug into a wall outlet. The status LED on the charger is red 2 when charging and is green when charging is completed. The LED is green if no battery is present in the charger. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the age of the battery.
Initial Settings Setting the Date and Time The date/time needs to be set when: The camera is turned on for the first time. The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an extended period of time. When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD display, follow these steps to set the correct date and time. 1. 2. 3. 4. Toggle the MODE button to [8] or [B]. Press the MENU button. Select [Setup] with the f button.
Choosing your Language Specify what language the menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD display. 1. Toggle the MODE button to [8] or [B]; or press the [7] button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select [Setup] menu with the f button. 4. Select [Language] with the c / d buttons and press the SET button. 5. Select the displayed language with the c / d buttons and press the SET button. The setting will be stored.
CAPTURE MODE Capturing Still Images Your camera is equipped with a 2.5" full color TFT LCD display to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. 1. Press the power button to turn the power on. The status LED turns green when the camera is on. 2. Toggle the MODE button to [8]. 3. Compose your image in the LCD display. Pressing the = button zooms in on the subject, and enlarges the subject on the LCD display. Pressing the > button provides a wider angle image.
Taking Images When the Smile Detection Feature Is On With the camera’s new “smile detection” feature, this camera detects smiles so you do not miss those special moments in life. 1. Toggle the MODE button until the scene mode selection screen appears. 2. Select [Smile Shot] with the e / f buttons, and press the SET button. 3. Compose the image, and press the shutter button down fully. 4. Once the camera detects a smile, it will automatically capture 3 images (by default, the flash mode setting is set to d).
Capturing Images using the Face Detection Feature The Face Detection feature identifies and focuses on the faces in the image. This advanced feature simultaneously detects up to 5 faces regardless of their position in the scene. White frame Face detection function is on Green frame Focus lock Out of focus 1. Toggle the MODE button to [8]. 2. Toggle the OZ button until [Z] icon appears on the LCD display.
Setting the Scene Mode By simply selecting one of the following 24 scene modes, you can capture your image with the most appropriate settings. 1. Toggle the MODE button until the scene mode selection screen appears. 2. Select the desired scene mode with the e / f ! buttons, and press the SET button. 3. Compose the image and press the shutter button.
Scene mode Description c Candlelight Use this mode when you want to capture photos of candlelit scene, without spoiling the ambience. d Fireworks Use this mode when you want to capture fireworks clearly with optimal exposure. The shutter speed becomes slower, so the use of a tripod is recommended. | Text Use this mode when you want to capture an image that contains black and white text like printed documents. e Sunset Use this mode when you want to capture a sunset.
Taking Underwater Images Choose one of the underwater scene modes available in this camera by following the steps in “Setting the Scene Mode”. Before using the camera underwater, make sure to read and understand the information in “Important Information on Underwater Instructions”. Taking underwater pictures is much different from taking land pictures. Here are some important tips to taking great pictures underwater: 1. Crystal Clear water. Crystal clear water is essential for good underwater pictures.
VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of VGA 640 x 480 / QVGA 320 x 240 pixels. 1. Toggle the MODE button to [B]. 2. Compose the image. 3. Press the shutter button. The recording will start. Pressing the shutter button again will stop the recording. MODE The recording time depends on the storage size and the subject of the image to be recorded. The zoom function cannot be used during video recording.
PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back of Still Images You can play back your still images on the LCD display. 1. Press the [7] button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse sequence with the e / f buttons. To view the previous image, press the e button. To view the next image, press the f button. Pressing the c button during image playback will result in a 90-degree clockwise rotation display. Pressing the = button enlarges the image.
Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view thumbnail images on the LCD display so you may search for a particular image/video clip. 1. Press the [7] button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Press the > button. 3 thumbnail images are displayed simultaneously. Press the c / d buttons to select the file to be displayed. Press the e / f buttons to go to the previous or the next page. 3. Press the =or SET button to exit from the thumbnail display.
Attaching Voice Memos A maximum of 30 seconds of audio can be recorded as a memo for captured still images. The voice memo can be recorded only once. 1. Press the [7] button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the image to which you want to attach the voice memo with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Voice Memo] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 5. Select [On] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 6.
Protecting Images To prevent images from accidentally being erased, follow the steps below: 1. Press the [7] button. 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 5. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 6. Select [Set] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. Protection is applied to the image and the camera returns to the playback mode.
Erasing Images 1. Press the [7] button. 2. Select the image you want to delete with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the F button. 4. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. [Single]: Erases the selected image or the last image. [All]: Erases all of the images except for the protected images. 5. Select [Execute] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. To not erase, select [Cancel], and press the SET button.
MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. 1. Toggle the MODE button to [8]. 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] menu with the e / f buttons. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
W. Balance This sets the white balance for a variety of lighting conditions and adjusts the images overall color according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. * [Blank] Auto (for most photographic scenes) * [$] Incand. * [&] Fluoresc.1 * [*] Fluoresc.2 * [%] Daylight * [#] Cloudy * [k] Blue water * [j] Algae water * [z] Clear water * [(] Manual WB: This manually sets the white balance and stores it.
Capture Md. This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images. * [Blank] Single: Captures one image at a time. *[T] Continuous: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images. *[U] AEB (Automatic Exposure Bracketing): Permits 3 consecutive images taken in the following order; standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure compensation. *[.] Cont.flash: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images with flash.
Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. 1. Toggle the MODE button to [B]. 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] menu with the e / f buttons. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Playback Menu In the [7] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback. 1. Press the [7] button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button. Fix Red Eyes Refer to section in this manual titled “Removing Red-eye” for further details.
Setup Menu Set your camera’s operating environment. 1. Toggle the MODE button to [8] or [B]; or press the [7] button. 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Setup] menu with the f button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Light Freq. This camera supports different lighting frequencies: 50 Hz and 60 Hz. When photographing under fluorescent lighting, select the correct frequency setting depending in your local area's voltage. This function is only effective if you set the White Balance to Fluorescent setting. * 50 Hz: the light frequency of environment is 60Hz like the EU and other countries. * 60 Hz: the light frequency of environment is 60Hz like the US. LCD Bright. Select a brightness level for the LCD display.
TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER System Requirement Windows Pentium III 1GHz or equivalent Windows 2000/XP/Vista 512MB RAM 150MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Macintosh PowerPC G3/G4/G5 OS 9.0 or later 256MB RAM (512MB recommended) 128MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Downloading Your Files 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 2.
USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone Sound card Speakers or headphones Network or Internet connection 1. After installing the PC camera driver (included on the CD-ROM) in your Windows operating system, restart your computer. 2.
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION There are 3 types of software that are included on the CD-ROM: ArcSoft MediaImpression™ - manages your media for you, and gives you tons of fun and exciting ways to create and share projects featuring your photo, video, and music files. Create your own movies or photo slide shows, complete with soundtrack; edit, enhance, and add fun creative effects to your photos; and share your files easily through simple email attachments or popular photo printing and video sharing websites.
SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image sensor 1/2.5” CCD sensor (8.0 megapixels) Image resolution Still image 8M: 3264 x 2448, 6M: 2816 x 2112, 4M: 2272 x 1704, 2M: 1600 x 1200, 0.3M: 640 x 480 Video clip VGA: 640 x 480 (25 fps), QVGA: 320 x 240 (25 fps) LCD display 2.5” full color TFT LCD (153K pixels) Recording media 32MB internal memory (approx. 28MB available for image storage) Supports SD memory card (32MB - 2GB), SDHC memory card (up to 8GB) (optional) File format JPEG, DCF 1.1, EXIF 2.
APPENDIX Possible Number of Shots Possible number of shots (still image) The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card.
Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Symptom Cause Solutions / Corrective Actions The power does not come on. The battery is not inserted. Insert the battery correctly. The battery power is depleted. Recharge the battery. The battery runs out quickly. The battery is not fully charged. The battery is not used for an extended period of time after being charged.
Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer. Connecting the camera to the printer 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to your camera. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the printer. 3. Turn on your camera. 4. The [USB] screen is displayed.
3. If you select [Single] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select the image that you want to print with the e / f buttons. Select the [Print Num] (up to 99) with the c / d buttons. After selecting the desired image and printing number, press the SET button to confirm. 001-0001 4. Select [Exit] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button. 5. Select [Print] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button to start printing. 6.
