User manual POLAROID M209 MINIPORTRAIT

[. . . ] The flash unit should recharge in 10-12 sec with fresh batteries; when the recharge time reaches 30 seconds, replace the batteries. Open the lid on the bottom of the hand grip and insert the batteries in the orientation shown inside the compartment. If the camera will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries and store them separately to prevent damage caused by leaking batteries. Check that the white tabs are straight, all the way out of the holder. Close and latch the door, with the end of the black tab sticking out. Pull the black tab straight, all the way out of the holder. [. . . ] Aperture selection: For children set the aperture selector to between f22-f32. Viewfinder/Rangefinder alignment: For young children, align the child's eye with the vertical reference line in the Viewfinder/ Rangefinder as shown in the illustration. 2. Pull the large tab: Grip the tab firmly and pull it straight, at moderate speed, without hesitation, all the way out of the camera. For infants, the vertical reference line needs to be aligned with the side of the infant's face as shown. 3. At the end of the processing time, a series of short tones will sound. Process the picture for the full time recommended in the film instructions. Then separate the print from the negative, starting at the end nearest the large tab. (The camera's shutter will not operate while the flash is charging. ) 2. Position the subject close to the background so that their shoulders touch the photographic backdrop. Hold the camera so that the lenses are level with the eyes of the subject. Press shutter button on top of the Viewfinder to take the picture. Processing tips: No large tab? Do not pull another white tab. Instead carefully open the film holder door far enough to get a finger on top of the film pack to hold it down. Close the film holder door and latch it, with the next white tab sticking out. (You will have to reshoot the portraits that were on that piece of film. ) Processing the film Note: Always hold the camera firmly by the handgrip, while pulling the film tabs. Polaroid M209 Camera 5 Cleaning the Developer rollers Dirt on the Developer rollers can cause a variety of problems such as repeated spots on the pictures and jammed film. With both hands, lift the steel hoops, and remove the roller assembly. Never scrape the rollers with anything metallic, nor with your fingernail, and never attempt to disassemble the rollers. Then reinstall the roller assembly. · Muddy looking print: The print was not processed long enough. · Image slightly overexposed: Subject may have leaned forward when picture was taken or higher aperture number should be selected. · Very light image or none at all: The film was fogged or extremely over-exposed. Do not pull the black tab before inserting the film pack into the holder. · Nearly black or solid black image: Caused by insufficient or no exposure. · Extremely dark image: Check to make sure the flash reflector is aimed at the subject. (Rotate the flash reflector control knob if necessary. ) · Broad streak or curtain shaped mark: Due to hesitation or stopping while pulling out the large tab. [. . . ] To avoid electrical shock hazards, do not immerse unit in water or other fluids. If service or repair work is required, contact authorized service center. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when unit is used subsequently. The use of accessories other than those recommended may cause risk of fire, electric shock or injury. [. . . ]