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Polaroid Image Transfer Instructions
Supplies needed to begin: 1. Daylab CopySystem (or other hardware that takes Polaroid 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 Peel Apart Film) 2. Polaroid Creative Photography Kit that contains: 2 plastic trays* 1 Brayer Roller* Watercolor Paper* (for beginners, use Hot Pressed paper which is less textured) Contact Paper
* needed for Image Transfer
Thermometer Timer* 1 sheet of polyester film Tongs 3. Distilled Water 4. Paper Towels 5. Polacolor 669 ER 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 Peel Apart Film 6. 4 x 6 images or objects that you want to copy (if using Daylab CopySystem) 7. Flat surface
Pull the first small white tab straight out of the film holder. Next pull the larger white film tab straight out of the film holder in one smooth motion. Be sure not to pull it out too fast; think of saying the word Polaroid as you are pulling. Start your timer.
Transfer the Image: When the timer beeps, (after 10 seconds), peel the negative (black part of the film) off of the positive (white part). Throw away the positive and make sure that the white border mask has peeled off of the negative as well. Take the negative and place it image side down on the damp watercolor paper. Do
Prepare the paper: Cut your paper to the size preferred for the transfer. Heat the distilled water to a lukewarm temperature. Immerse the paper into warm water for a few seconds. Remove paper and blot to remove excess water.
not allow the negative to move around while on the paper. Use the roller and apply pressure to the back of the negative from one end to the other. It is recommended to roll 6 times and to use medium pressure. Rolling too hard could cause the negative to move, white bumps on the image, or film chemicals to squeeze out from under the negative. (Always wash your roller with warm water after every application). Leave the print for 1 minute to set. After 1 minute, carefully peel back the negative in a rolling motion to reveal the image on the paper. Set the image aside in a flat, dry area. If the paper curls after drying, use a hot press or something similar to flatten the image.
Polaroid Emulsion Lift Instructions
Supplies needed to begin: 1. Daylab CopySystem (or other hardware that takes Polaroid 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 Peel Apart Film) 2. Polaroid Creative Photography Kit that contains: 2 plastic trays* 1 Brayer Roller* Watercolor Paper* (for beginners, use Hot Pressed paper which is less textured) Contact Paper* Thermometer*
* needed for Emulsion Lift
Make the Exposure: Load the Polaroid film (Polacolor 669 ER) into the Daylab CopySystem. Switch the unit on and wait for the green light to illuminate. Place the picture or object onto the glass area of the Daylab CopySystem face down. Place the cover on top of it to block out the light from the room. Press start to make the exposure. Set your timer to 10 seconds.

Timer* 1 sheet of polyester film* Tongs* 3. Distilled Water 4. Polacolor 669 ER 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 Peel Apart Film 5. 4 x 6 images or objects that you want to copy (if using Daylab CopySystem) 6. Flat surface 7. A way to heat water (ex. Hot pot, tea kettle) 8. Scissors
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Make the Exposure (To be done at least 24 hours before making an Emulsion Lift): Load the Polaroid film (Polacolor 669 ER) into the Daylab CopySystem. Switch the unit on and wait for the green light to illuminate. Place the picture or object onto the glass area of the Daylab CopySystem face down. Place the cover on top of it to block out the light from the room. Press start to make the exposure. Pull the first small white tab straight out of the film holder. Next pull the larger white film tab straight out of the film holder in one smooth motion. Be sure not to pull it out too fast; think of saying the word Polaroid as you are pulling. Wait 60 seconds and peel the white positive away from the black negative. Throw away the negative. Let the print dry naturally for 24 hours or you can speed up the process by blow-drying the print on a low setting for several minutes.
start pushing the emulsion off of the paper backing. To do this, start at the corner of the image and gently place your finger in between the paper and the emulsion. You will see the emulsion start to float away from the paper. Once the emulsion has completely released itself from the paper backing, throw the paper in the trash.

Transfer the Emulsion:

Lift the Emulsion: Heat the distilled water to 160F/71C (Caution: Hot water may cause burns) Apply contact paper to the back of the Polaroid image (the print must be completely dry before doing this process) to prevent the backing from disintegrating in the water. Trim contact paper to the size of the Polaroid image. Fill one tray with the hot distilled water and other tray with cold distilled water Place Polaroid image in the hot water Keep the thermometer in the hot water tray to make sure that the water stays at 160F/71C. If it drops below that, pour more hot water into the tray. After 4 minutes, you should start to notice the emulsion/image lifting or bubbling off of the white paper back of the Polaroid print. Use the tongs to lift the corner of the print out of the hot water and place it into the cold water. In the second tray, use your fingers to
Make sure that the image is face up in the water. That means that when you are looking at the emulsion in the tray, it is the way you want to look at it on the paper. If the image is backward, you will need to flip it over. Do so gently with your fingers. Take the watercolor paper and place it in the water underneath the floating image. Take two corners of the image and place them up against the paper so that the image and paper are in between your fingers. Your fingers should be holding the two corners onto the paper. Gently pull the paper (with image attached) out of the water. The emulsion should be attached to the paper but could have wrinkles and may not be as flat as you would like it. If you want to change the look of the image, you can then dip parts of the paper back into the water to release the image and be able to manipulate it as you like.

Once out of the water, you can also push the emulsion around on the paper until it starts to dry. Once you have the image as you like it, starting at the center, gently roll the image out in all directions. Continue to roll until all the air and water are out from under the image. Place the image aside to dry. If the paper curls after drying, use a hot press or something similar to flatten the image. Spray the image with a UV protective sealant to prevent peeling & flaking. For instructions on using the polyester film to transfer the emulsion to other surfaces, please see the Polaroid website.
When cleaning up: The hot water bath will cool and nonhazardous crystals will appear. Be sure to clean out trays after use with soap and water. Always wash the roller with warm water after each time you use it.
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Recommendation for preserving and display: 1. Spray your image - as with any color photograph, exposure to UV light and the environment can affect fading, etc. Polaroid recommends spraying a Polaroid transfer with UV coating to protect from harmful light as well as from moisture and the environment. 2. Mat your image - If your image is going to be displayed, you will first need to choose a mat for your image. This will keep your image from touching the glass which could harm the image. 3. Frame your image - Polaroid also recommends framing images with UV-absorber glass or acrylic plastic to ensure that the image will not be harmed. 4. Display your image - Finally, if at all possible, keep images away from direct sunlight and use low lighting to illuminate the image. If the image is to be put in a scrapbook or album, take care to use photo corners to apply the image to the pages. Use an album that contains acid-free pages. Before applying the image, make sure to spray with UV coating.
any color photograph, changes in temperature and humidity can cause cracks to the image and create color shifts.

Glossary

Peel Apart Film: Most consumers think of Polaroid film as the square film with borders that develops itself inside a sandwich made up of several layers (Polaroid 600 film). Peel-apart films are the first generation of Polaroid films and are similar in that they develop themselves but need to be manually pulled out of the film holder, thus spreading the chemicals throughout the film plane, and developing the picture. Once that picture has fully developed, the negative must be peeled away from the positive, displaying the final image. Polaroid Negative: the long paper "negative" image that contains the green chemical pod and the white tab with black arrows. This piece is normally thrown away when making traditional Polaroid prints. The image is recorded onto the negative and once pulled out of the film holder and through the rollers, thus spreading the chemicals, the image begins to transfer from the negative to the positive. That is why with Image Transfer, you have to peel the two apart early, to stop the image from going onto the positive, and allowing it to go onto the watercolor paper instead. Polaroid Positive: the image, or "print." For Image Transfers, it is a faded image of the original scene. The positive has 4 even white borders around the edges and a manufacturing code (letters and numbers) on the back. This positive or print is much like a normal print that you would get from a 35mm camera. While processing, the image is transferred from the negative to the positive. After the full development time, the entire image is transferred and one is able to peel the positive away from the negative revealing the final image. The Polaroid positive contains the emulsion layer on the top that is then able to be "lifted" off during the Emulsion Lift process. Daylab CopySystem: A product produced by Daylab Corporation that is much like a traditional photocopier, but copies a photo or object onto Polaroid peel-apart film. The Daylab CopySystem can be found in some photo stores and online. www.daylab.com. Polacolor 669 ER: This is the name of the film that should be used when doing Image Transfer and Emulsion Lift. Polaroid makes several kinds of film in several different sizes. Polacolor 669 ER is a color peel apart film that measures 3 1/4 x 4 1/4". Polacolor 669 ER can be purchased at most photography stores and found online. Hot pressed paper: Watercolor paper comes in several different styles and sizes. When starting out, Polaroid recommends using Hot pressed paper because it is smoother than other kinds and is therefore easier to use. As you improve at Image Transfer, you can move onto more textured papers and surfaces. Polaroid Emulsion: The plastic layers of Polaroid film containing imaging dyes that make up the photograph.

Copying your final image: 1. With todays technology, it is easy to make a digital copy of your image with a scanner. If you have a flatbed scanner at home, simply place your final dry image on it and make the scan. This will allow you to make several copies of one image easily, or to keep a copy of that image if something should happen to the original. Caution when handling film chemicals: 1. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and mouth. 2. If contact occurs with skin, wipe off immediately and wash with water. 3. If eye or mouth contact occurs, quickly flush the area with plenty of water. If irritation occurs, see a doctor. 4. Keep discarded materials in a closed container, away from children, animals, clothing and furniture (paste can cause staining). 5. Be sure to keep room properly ventilated.
RESOURCES: 1. Polaroid Creative Techniques Guide 2. Polaroid CD ROM videos on How To 3. Polaroid Transfers by Kathleen Carr 4. Polaroid Manipulations by Kathleen Carr 5. Photographers Guide to Polaroid Transfer by Christopher Grey
Polaroid and Pixel Design are registered trademarks of Polaroid Corporation, Waltham, MA, USA 02451 Daylab is a trademark of Daylab Corporation, Murrieta, CA, USA 92562. www.polaroid.com
Storage: 1. If you are not going to frame your images or put them in albums, store them in archival boxes to ensure their stability. 2. Store images in a temperature and humidity-controlled area. As with
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Instructions pour le transfert dimage Polaroid

Fournitures ncessaires :

1. Daylab CopySystem (ou autre quipement compatible aux films sparables Polaroid 3,25 x 4,25) 2. Kit de photographie crative Polaroid qui contient : 2 bacs en plastique* 1 rouleau Brayer* Papier aquarelle* (nous suggrons aux dbutants dutiliser un papier press chaud qui est moins textur) Papier contact Thermomtre
* ncessaire au transfert dimage

FRANAIS

3. 4. 5. 6.
1 feuille de film polyester fin Minuteur* Pincettes Eau distille Serviettes en papier Film sparable 669 ER Polacolor 3,25 x 4,25 Images ou objets 10 x 15 cm que vous voulez copier (si vous utilisez Daylab CopySystem) Une surface de travail horizontale

PDC 640

Digital Camera
PhotoMAX Digital Camera Creative Kit

User Guide

Rev. 1, June 10, 2002
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Contents

Getting started... 1 Whats in the Polaroid PhotoMAX Digital Camera Creative Kit. 2 All about the camera... 3 Attaching the wrist strap... 6 All about batteries... 7
Loading batteries... 7 Connecting the AC adapter... 9
Inserting the memory card... 10 Turning on the camera... 12
Setting the date and time... 13
About the camera controls... 14
Displaying the Menu options... Viewing images on the LCD viewfinder.. Deleting images... Locking images... 17 19

Taking pictures... 20

Tips for taking great pictures... 23
Transferring pictures to your computer.. 24
Installing the PhotoMAX software.. 24 Getting Help in the PhotoMAX software.. 24 Using the software to transfer pictures.. 25
Displaying images on a TV... 28 Troubleshooting... 29 Appendixes.... 32
FCC Notice... 32 Camera precautions.... 32 Battery handling... 33 Contacting Polaroid.... 34 Internet support... 34
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Getting started

Your Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 640 Digital Camera Creative Kit contains everything you need to take digital photographs. After you take pictures, you will nd it easy to transfer them to your computer or display them on a TV. Once the images are on your computer, use the Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker software to change them in many creative ways, include them in e-mail, or use them to create greeting cards and T-shirts. The Polaroid PDC 640 Digital Camera and the Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker Software are easy to use, and are designed to work together to produce high-quality results. Use your imagination. Have fun! Use the AC adapter whenever possible to extend the life of your batteries. It is a good idea to keep a set of extra batteries handy, especially on a trip when it may not be possible to nd replacement batteries easily. To help conserve batteries, the camera shuts itself off automatically after a preset number of minutes of inactivity. This quickstart guide covers basic camera features, startup, and installation procedures, and how to take pictures and transfer them to your computer. For detailed information about camera features and camera operation, see the online Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker Products Users Guide.
Please ll out and mail your registration card!
Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 640 Quickstart Guide
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Whats in the Polaroid PhotoMAX Digital Camera Creative Kit
Your Polaroid PDC640 Digital Camera Creative Kit contains everything you need to take digital pictures and transfer them to your computer.

c e f g h i j

a Camera case b Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker Products

CD-ROM

c Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 640 Quickstart Guide d AA batteries e Camera-to-TV connector (video cable) f Memory card g Camera-to-computer connector (RS232 serial cable) h AC power adapter i PDC 640 Digital Camera j Wrist strap
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All about the camera

Front view of the camera a b
e a Self-timer LED b Optical viewnder c Flash d Lens Cover e Hand grip
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Back view of the camera i

h a b c g f

d a Menu button
b Information button c Review button d LCD viewnder e Distance setting button f Down arrow button g Up arrow button h Wrist strap attachment i Optical viewnder
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Top view of the camera e

c a Resolution button b Flash button c Status panel d LCD viewnder e Shutter button

Side view of the camera

d a Camera-to-computer connection (serial cable) b Memory card slot c Camera-to-TV connection (video cable) d AC adapter
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Bottom view of the camera a
a Tripod socket b Battery compartment
Attaching the wrist strap
The PDC 640 Digital Camera comes with a handy wrist strap. Attach the wrist strap this way:
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All about batteries

You can operate your PDC 640 Digital Camera on battery power or with AC current using the AC adapter. To conserve battery life, the camera shuts itself off after a preset number of minutes of inactivity. To activate the camera again, close and reopen the lens cover. The camera displays a low battery icon on the LCD viewnder when battery power is weak. When you see this icon, replace the batteries with a new set as soon as possible.

Loading batteries

Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the camera by pushing the button on the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow.
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Load four AA-size batteries into the compartment.
Make sure the + and terminals are oriented correctly in the compartment, or the camera will not function. Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types.
Close the battery compartment cover. Make sure it is closed securely.
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Connecting the AC adapter
To conserve battery life, use the AC adapter whenever possible. The AC adapter can become warm to the touch after extended periods of use. This is normal and is no cause for alarm.
a Camera-to-computer connector (RS232 serial cable) b Camera-to-TV connector (video cable) c AC power adapter
When you use the AC adapter, make sure to: Use only the AC adapter that came with your camera (to prevent damage to your camera). Turn off the power to the camera before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. Grasp the plug, not the cord, when you unplug the adapter from an outlet. Avoid bending, pulling, or twisting the AC adapter cord. Do not try to lengthen the cord by splicing it with another wire. Replace a damaged power cord with a new one (to avoid electrical shock).
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Inserting the memory card
The images you take with your PDC 640 camera are stored on a removable 3.3V SSFDC or SmartMedia 2 MB memory card (also available in 4 MB and 8 MB).
Note: You must insert the memory card before you can
turn on the camera. If camera beeps is enabled, the camera beeps if the card is not installed and displays the [ ] message on the Status panel.
To insert the memory card: 1. 2.
Make sure the lens cover is closed (the power is off). Open the memory compartment on the side of the camera.
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Insert the memory card into the slot (gold side of the card facing the front of the camera).
Make sure the card is pushed rmly into the slot.
Note: The camera prompts you to format the
memory card if it is not formatted. The camera displays the format menu on the LCD viewnder. Press the button next to Format.
Close the memory compartment cover.
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Turning on the camera

You must insert the memory card before you can turn on the camera.
To turn on the power to the camera: 1. 2.
Insert the memory card as described in the previous section, if it is not installed. Turn on the camera.
Icons appear on the Status panel.

a b c e d

a Resolution setting b Number of images remaining in memory c Battery status d Distance setting e Flash settings
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Setting the date and time
You need to set the date and time the rst time you turn on the camera.
To set the date and time: 1.
Turn on the camera. If this is the rst time you are turning on the camera, go to step 6. Press the Menu button. Press the down arrow button to display the next set of options. Press the button next to Settings. Press the button next to Date & Time. Press the button next to the right arrow on the LCD viewnder to move the cursor to each part of the date and time that you want to change. Press the up arrow or down arrow to change the number under the cursor. Press the button next to Done to save the date and time. You now are ready to take pictures! Press the Menu button to change other camera settings, or use the optical viewnder or the LCD viewnder to take pictures.

2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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About the camera controls
For more information about these options, refer to the online Image Maker Products Users Guide.

a b c d e

You use the following Menu options to: Review images Delete images Lock images Use the self-timer Change settings You can change the date and time, enable or disable camera beeps, change the quick review, set the video mode (NTSC or PAL), and set the language of the menu options.
Press the Information button to display the following information on the LCD viewnder: Resolution The number of the image and how many images are stored in memory If the image is locked
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You can view images on the LCD viewnder one image at a time. Press the Review button to turn on the LCD viewnder. Use the down arrow and the up arrow to scroll through the images on the viewnder. Use the Review menu option to review nine thumbnail images at a time on the LCD viewnder.
The LCD viewnder on the back of the camera has the following uses: LCD viewnder for taking pictures Displays menu options for changing camera settings
You use the up arrow and the down arrow buttons to scroll back or ahead to display a different image on the LCD viewnder.
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Displaying the Menu options
Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button. The LCD viewnder appears as follows (an image may appear on the viewnder):
Press the up arrow or down arrow button to go to the next set of options or the previous set of options. Press the button that is next to the menu option that you want to change. The Menu button, the Information button, and the LCD review button work differently after you press the Menu button to display the menu options. For example, to delete an image, press the Information button, which is next to the Delete option on the LCD viewnder. In this case, the Information button deletes the image and does not affect the display of information on the LCD viewnder.
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Viewing images on the LCD viewnder
You can view images stored in memory one image at a time or nine thumbnail images at a time:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Turn on the camera (slide the lens cover to the right). Press the Review button. Press the down arrow or the up arrow button to view the next or previous images stored in memory. To view thumbnail images: Press the Menu button to display the menu of options. b. Press the button next to Review. Nine thumbnail images appear on the LCD viewnder at a time. If there are more images stored in memory, press the down arrow button to scroll through the stored images. Press the up arrow button to go back to the previous screen.

Deleting images

Use this feature to delete individual images or delete all images at one time.
Warning: Once you delete an image, it cannot be retrievedit is gone forever! You can lock images to prevent the images from being deleted from memory.
When you delete one or more images, the remaining images stored in the camera are renumbered.
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To delete the current image: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Turn on the camera. Press the up arrow or the down arrow button to select the image that you want to delete. Press the Menu button. Press the button next to Delete.
Note: This does not delete any images. It takes you to the next screen on the LCD viewnder.
Press the button next to Delete Current. Press the button next to Delete Now to delete the image.
Note: You cannot delete the image if it is locked.
Press the button next to Done to exit.
To delete all images in memory: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button. Press the button next to Delete. Press the button next to Delete All. Press the button next to Delete Now. Press the button next to Dont Delete if you change your mind.

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Locking images

Use this feature to prevent images from being deleted from memory.
To lock images: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button. Press the button next to Lock. Do the following:
Lock the image that is displayed on the LCD viewnder Lock all images stored on the memory card

Press the button next to

Lock Current.

Lock All.

Note: If the images are locked, press the button next to Unlock Current or Unlock All. 5.
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Taking pictures

Your PhotoMAX PDC 640 Digital Camera Creative Kit contains everything you need to take pictures and transfer them to your computer where you can edit them, send them over the Internet, print them, and store them. You can take pictures using the optical viewnder or using the LCD viewnder. Use the optical viewnder: For faster processing and ash recycle time To optimizes battery life
Use the LCD viewnder to optimize framing your image when you are using macro mode.

To take a picture: 1. 2.

Turn on the camera. Set the distance setting to one of the following:

For subjects.

Macro mode 0.5 to 1.5 ft. (15 to 45 cm) from the camera Close-up mode 1.5 to 5 ft. (45 cm to 1.5m) from the camera Normal mode 3 ft. to innity (1m to innity) from the camera
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Press the Resolution button to set the resolution to one of the following:

Resolution

640 x 480 Super-High resolution with minimal compression Stores up to 12 images 640 x 480 High resolution with medium compression Stores up to 24 images 640 x 480 Standard resolution with moderate compression Stores up to 36 images 320 x 240 Stores up to 96 images
Press the Flash button to set the ash to one of the following options:

Flash setting

The ash res automatically whenever the autoexposure sensor determines that lighting conditions require additional light. The ash res for every picture. Use ll ash when there is a light behind the subjects to ll in and soften strong shadows, and on cloudy days. The ash does not re. Use in places where ash is prohibited or may be distracting, or when shooting toward a reective background, such as a window or a mirror. The ash res automatically whenever the autoexposure sensor determines that lighting conditions require additional light, but is preceded by a pre-ash to reduce the red-eye effect.

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Take a picture:

If you want to.
Use the optical viewnder Use the LCD viewnder
Look through the optical viewnder and frame the image the way you want. Press the LCD viewnder button to turn on the LCD viewnder. Point the camera at your subject and frame the image the way you want.
Once you have composed your picture, press the shutter button. Once you take the picture, the green LED in the optical viewnder blinks. When the LED stops blinking, you can take another picture.
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Tips for taking great pictures
Some tips that can help you take great pictures! Keep the sun behind you or at your side. Avoid having the sun directly overhead. Use the ll ash if there is a light behind your subject. In low light level conditions, use a tripod to avoid camera movement during exposure. Avoid extreme temperatures, which can affect battery performance. Keep the subject within the ash range (3 ft. to 10 ft. (1m to 3m)). Avoid shooting toward reective objects to avoid hot spots in your pictures or use the ll ash if you cannot avoid shooting toward reective objects. Clean the lens, the LED area on the front of the camera, and the LCD viewnder on the back of the camera with a soft, lint-free cloth periodically. Do not use cleaning solutions or chemically-treated tissues.
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Transferring pictures to your computer
The following sections describe how to install the Polaroid PhotoMAX software and use the software to transfer the images in your camera to your computer.
Installing the PhotoMAX software
The driver for the PDC 640 Digital Camera is installed automatically when you install the Polaroid PhotoMAX software supplied with this kit.
To install the Polaroid PhotoMAX software: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Insert the Polaroid PhotoMAX CD in your CDROM drive. Select Run from the Windows Start menu. Type x:\setup.exe (substitute the letter of your CD-ROM drive for x, typically D or E). Click OK and follow the instructions on your computer screen.
Getting Help in the PhotoMAX software
Select the ? button on the Polaroid PhotoMAX main window to open the online Image Maker Products Users Guide, which provides step-by-step procedures on how to use your Polaroid PhotoMAX software. To get context-sensitive help on any window element, move the cursor over the element and press the right mouse button.
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Using the software to transfer pictures
You can transfer pictures directly from your PDC 640 Digital Camera to your computer. Use the AC adapter whenever possible to extend the life of your batteries.

To transfer pictures: 1.

Double-click the Polaroid PhotoMAX icon on your desktop to open the Polaroid PhotoMAX software. Note: Make sure that your PDC 640 Digital Camera is plugged in to your computer and both are turned on. The Status panel displays the PC message and beeps if the camera is connected to the computer properly when you turn on the computer.

a Camera-to-computer connector (RS232 serial cable) b Camera-to-TV connector (video cable) c AC power adapter 2. 3.
Click Get Photo. Do one of the following:
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Click.

Camera or Scanner
a. b. Select Twain device on the Acquire From window, and then click OK. Select PDC 640 from the Sources: list on the Select Sources window, and then click Select. The Album window opens and then the PDC 640 Twain Driver window opens. Click Get All to transfer all the images to your computer. Note: You also can select the images you want to transfer to your computer and click Get Selected. The images are transferred to the sample album, which is located in the PhotoMAX\Albums folder. Double-click the image in the album that you want to edit. The image appears in the image tray.
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From Album

a. b. c. Select the album in which you want to save your images, or create a new album. Click the Acquire button on the Album window button bar. Select PDC 640 from the Sources: list on the Select Sources window, and then click Select. The PDC 640 Twain Driver window opens. Click Get All to transfer all the images to your computer. Note: You also can select the images you want to transfer to your computer and click Get Selected. The images are transferred to the selected album, which is located in the PhotoMAX\Albums folder. Double-click the image in the album that you want to edit. The image appears in the image tray.
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Displaying images on a TV
You can view the images stored in your camera on any TV equipped with a video input terminal. For more information about using your TV for video input, refer to the manufacturers manual for your TV.
Turn off the TV and the power to the camera. Set the video mode, if needed. Plug one end of the video cable into the video input connection on the TV. Open the memory compartment on your camera and the plug the other end of the video cable into the TV connection. Turn on the TV and set the channel used for video input. Turn on the camera. Press the Menu button and then press the Menu button again to review the images. You also can press the LCD review button and use the up and down arrow buttons to review the images.

5. 6. 7.

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Troubleshooting

Problem
PhotoMAX software does not see the PDC 640 Digital Camera.
The power to the camera was not turned on before you powered on the computer. The serial cable is not connected properly to the computer.

Solution

Ensure that you turn on the camera and then your turn on your computer. Ensure that the AC power adapter is connected to the power socket on the camera and to an AC power outlet. Connect one end of the serial cable to the RS232 serial port on the back of the computer and connect the other end of the cable to the serial cable port on the PDC 640. Make sure the cables are attached rmly to the camera and the back of the computer.

No power.

Lens cover is not open. Batteries are not loaded correctly. Dead batteries. Wrong AC adapter.
Slide the lens cover to the right. Position the + and terminals correctly in the battery compartment. Replace the batteries. Use the recommended AC adapter.
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Low Battery indicator on Status Panel. Cannot take a picture.

Low battery power.

Replace the batteries.
The ash may be recharging. Memory card may be full. The camera beeps three times when you press the shutter button. Memory card may be missing or installed incorrectly. The Status Panel displays the [ ] error message. Camera is connected to your computer.
Wait until the green LED stops blinking. If you have taken the maximum number of images, transfer the images to your computer and erase the images from memory. Ensure that the memory card is inserted correctly in the memory compartment. If the camera is connected to your computer, use the software controls to take a picture, or disconnect the camera from the computer.
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Flash does not work.

Flash is not turned on. Flash is recharging. Batteries are weak.
Check the ash mode icon on the Status Panel. Cycle through the ash options to turn on the ash if it was disabled. Wait until the green LED on the viewnder stops blinking. Replace the batteries.
No signal on the TV monitor while the camera is on.
Bad connection between the camera and the TV monitor.
Use the specied cable to connect the camera and the TV monitor.
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Appendixes

FCC Notice
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. For detailed information about FCC compliance, see the online Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker Products Users Guide.

Camera precautions

Observe the following precautions when you use the Polaroid PDC 640 Digital Camera: Do not open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electrical shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair to authorized Polaroid service providers. Keep the camera away from water and other liquids because moisture creates the danger of re and electrical shock. Do not use the camera in the rain, at the seashore or the beach, and so on.

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Turn off the power to the camera and unplug the AC adapter immediately if water or any foreign substances get into the camera. Using the camera under these conditions creates the danger of electrical shock or re. Do not open the battery compartment or unplug the AC adapter when the green LCD light on the back of the camera is ashing. If the camera loses power while processing a new image, the new image cannot be stored and can cause corruption of other images in storage.

Battery handling

When using batteries, keep the following in mind: Use only AA alkaline or lithium batteries with this camera. Never mix old batteries and new batteries, or different types of batteries. Do not expose batteries to direct heat or dispose of them by burning. Dispose of batteries according to the rules of your local area. Always remove batteries from the camera if you are not going to use the camera for extended periods of time. Do not leave dead batteries in the camera because they are susceptible to leakage, which can cause signicant damage to your camera. Camera damage caused by batteries is not covered under the warranty.
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Contacting Polaroid

You can call Polaroid toll-free within the U.S.A. at 1-800-432-5355, 7 days a week, 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. Eastern Standard Time. When calling with a technical question, ask for an Electronic Imaging or a Digital Imaging Specialist. Please identify the Polaroid product and its serial number (if applicable). If possible, have your system running the software when you call. We offer a variety of Customer Support Services. Call us for details and applicable fees. Outside the U.S.A., contact the Polaroid ofce nearest you.

Internet support

Technical support is available via the Internet. Visit our Web site at: http://www/polaroid.com Go to the Digital World section and follow the links.
Technical Support Information
(This information replaces that found on Page 34)
Polaroid Corporation provides technical support for digital cameras at http://www.polaroid.com/, and within the United States by calling 800-897-0356 from 10 A.M. to 7 P.M. EST, (Mon - Fri) and 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. EST (Sat). Please note that phone support and repair services are regional and may not be available for a particular product outside the country where it was purchased. To obtain parts for cameras purchased in the United States, call 800-343-4846 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, Mon. - Fri. (Note: No technical support is available at this number.) A list of Polaroid international sales and customer support offices is available at http://www.polaroid.com/service/phone.html.