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USER MANUAL ADVANTIX C650 KODAK

Camera Identification

Camera Identification

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: Your model camera 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 provide reasonable protection against interference in residential use. The camera generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this camera does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the camera off and on, you may reduce the interference by the following: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the camera and the receiver. — Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations

Welcome to the innovative world of the Advanced Photo System! And thank you for buying this KODAK ADVANTIX Camera.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR CAMERA?

Go to our web site at http://www.kodak.com or call:

Kodak (USA only) from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern time) Monday through Friday at 1 [phone].

Kodak (Canada only) from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time) Monday through Friday at 1 [phone], ext. 36100; for the Toronto area, call [phone], ext. 36100.

When you call, please have your camera available.

For warranty purposes, please keep your sales receipt as proof of the date of purchase.

ADVANCED PHOTO SYSTEM FEATURES AVAILABLE WITH THIS CAMERA

Triple format selection

• You can take three different size pictures: Classic (C), Group/HDTV (H), and Panoramic (P) pictures from the same film cassette. The viewfinder frame changes to match each format selection.

Date and time imprinting

• You can choose to have date and time information printed on the back of your prints. See your photofinisher for a full description of available services.

Double exposure protection (DEP)

• You don't need to worry about accidentally re-exposing your film. Your camera reads the Film Status Indicator (FSI) on the film cassette to prevent re-exposure.

Picture quality information exchange (PQix)

• Your camera features magnetic information exchange that records information about lighting conditions and exposure on the film cassette to assist the photofinishing lab with color correction and exposure adjustments, providing you with the best possible results.

Safety-interlock film door

• The safety interlock on the film door prevents the door from opening before the film is completely rewound.

Look for this logo to be certain that the film you buy is made for this camera.

Look for this logo to select a certified photofinisher for developing your film and to assure that you get all the features of the Advanced Photo System.

Film Status Indicator (FSI)

A highlighted indicator advances from one symbol to another to identify the status of the film inside the cassette.

PROCESSSED NEGATIVES

CONTENTS

CAMERA IDENTIFICATION 5

ATTACHING THE STRAP 6

LOADING THE BATTERY 6

Low-battery indicator 7

Battery tips 7

Power shut-off 7

LOADING THE FILM 8

TAKING PICTURES 9

Typical print sizes (formatst) 10

Using the focus lock 10

Using the zoom lens 11

Tips for better pictures 11

TAKING FLASH PICTURES 12

Flash-to-subject distance 12

SELECTING THE FLASH AND

INFINITY-FOCUS MODES 13

Red-eye reduction 13

Auto flash without red-eye reduction 14

Fill flash 14

Off flash 15

Infinity focus 15

Night-view 16

USING THE SELF-TIMER 16

DATE AND TIME IMPRINTING 17

Setting the date and time 17

UNLOADING THE FILM 17

Automatic rewind 17

Manual rewind 18

CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA 18

TROUBLESHOOTING 19

SPECIFICATIONS 20

CAMERA IDENTIFICATION

(Unfold the front and back cover flaps of manual for camera diagrams.)

1 ZOOM-DIAL LEVER
2 SELECT BUTTON
3 ENTER BUTTON
4 FILM-REWIND BUTTON
5 LCD PANEL
6 SELF-TIMER BUTTON
7 FLASH-MODE BUTTON
8 FORMAT-SELECTOR LEVER
9 FLASH
10 VIEWFINDER
11 LENS
12 METER-CELL WINDOW
13 SELF-TIMER LAMP
14 RED-EYE-REDUCTION LAMP
15 AUTO-FOCUS SENSORS
16 SHUTTER BUTTON
17 BATTERY DOOR
18 FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP
19 VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE

20 ON/OFF SWITCH
21 FILM-DOOR LATCH
22 STRAP POST
23 FILM CHAMBER
24 FILM DOOR
25 TRIPOD SOCKET

LCD Panel

26 BATTERY SYMBOL
27 DATE/TIME DISPLAY
28 NIGHT-VIEW INDICATOR
29 RED-EYE-REDUCTION INDICATOR
30 FRAME COUNTER
31 SELF-TIMER INDICATOR
32 FILL-FLASH INDICATOR
33 INFINITY-FOCUS INDICATOR
34 FILM-PRESENCE INDICATOR
35 OFF-FLASH INDICATOR
36 AUTO-FLASH INDICATOR

ATTACHING THE STRAP

1. Insert the shorter looped end of the strap behind the STRAP POST (22).

1. Thread the longer end of the strap through the shorter loop.

1. Pull the strap tight.

LOADING THE BATTERY

This camera uses one 3-volt lithium KODAK K123LA (or equivalent) Battery that supplies power for all camera operations.

1. Open the BATTERY DOOR (17).

Before you remove the old battery, turn the camera off.

1. Insert the battery into the chamber as shown.

2. Snap the battery door closed.

After you load a new battery into the camera, you will need to reset the date and time.

Low-battery indicator

It's time to replace the battery when

• the BATTERY SYMBOL (26) "blinks" on the LCD PANEL (5) or
• none of the indicators appears on the LCD panel and the SHUTTER BUTTON (16) cannot be released.

Battery tips

• Remember to keep a spare battery with you at all times.
• Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer.
• Keep batteries away from children.
• Do not try to take apart, recharge or short circuit the battery, or subject it to high temperature or fire.
• Store batteries in their original packaging prior to use.

Power shut-off

To save battery power, the camera will automatically go into a sleep mode (lens will return to the wide-angle position and the LCD panel will display just the date/time) if it is not operated for more than 3 minutes. You can press any of the control buttons to awaken the camera.

LOADING THE FILM

You can load film into the camera with the camera ON or OFF.

1. Move the FILM-DOOR LATCH (21) to open the FILM DOOR (24).

The film door will open only when the film is rewound in

when the film chamber is empty or the film in the camera is completely rewound into the film cassette.

1. Insert the film cassette completely into the FILM CHAMBER (23).

Make sure the Film Status Indicator (FSI) on the film cassette is at

(#1 position) for a new cassette.

• Do not force the film cassette into the film chamber.

• Close the film door to start the auto-film advance. The FRAME COUNTER (30) on the LCD PANEL (5) will show the number of frames remaining on the film cassette.

• After you close the safety-interlocked film door, you cannot open the door until the film is completely rewound into the film cassette.

TAKING PICTURES

You can take Classic (C), Group/HDTV (H)^* and Panoramic (P) pictures on the same film cassette. Your photo-processing cost may be based on the format size(s) that you use to expose the film.

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).

1. Move the FORMAT-SELECTOR LEVER (8) to select desired format (C, H, or P). The viewfinder will

change to show the selected field of view.

1. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19). For a sharp picture, stand at least 2 ft (0.6m) from your subject.

1. Press the SHUTTER BUTTON (16) to take the picture.

Typical print sizes (formats)

C

H

P

Classic	Group (HDTV)	Panoramic
3.5 x 5 in. or 4 x 6 in.	3.5 x 6 in. or 4 x 7 in.	3.5 x 8.5 in. to 4 x 11.5 in.
(88.9 x 127 mm or 102 x 152 mm)	(88.9 x 152 mm or 102 x 178 mm)	(88.9 x 216 mm to 102 x 292.7 mm)

NOTE: Your photofinisher will generally provide

4 × 6, 4 × 7 , and 4 × 11.5 in. (102 x 152, 102 x 178, and 102 x 292.7 mm) sizes. Some local printers may offer 3.5 × 5, 3.5 × 6 , and 3.5 × 8.5 in. (88.9 x 127, 88.9 x 152, and 88.9 x 216 mm) sizes.

Using the focus lock

This camera automatically focuses on whatever is within the auto-focus (AF) circle of the viewfinder eyepiece. To get a sharp picture, make sure the AF circle is on your main subject. If you want to take a picture with the subject positioned outside of the AF circle, use the focus lock as follows:

1. Place the AF circle on the subject that you want focused in the picture.

AF CIRCLE

1. Partially depress and hold the SHUTTER BUTTON (16) to lock the focus position.
2. While still partially depressing the shutter button, move the camera until your subject is where you want it within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).

1. Press the shutter button completely down to take the picture.

Using the zoom lens

This camera has a motorized zoom lens that lets you select the ideal lens-focal length for taking pictures. When you turn the camera on, it is initially set to the wide-angle position.

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).

2. Move the ZOOM-DIAL LEVER (1) to the left to the wide-angle position to zoom away from the subject. Move

the lever to the right to the telephoto position to zoom closer to the subject.

1. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).

2. Press the SHUTTER BUTTON (16) to take the picture.

3. The lens barrel will automatically return to the wide-mode position after approximately 3 minutes.

Tips for better pictures

• Move close enough to your subject so it fills the viewfinder but not closer than 2 ft (0.6 m).
• Take pictures at the subject's level.
  Kneel down to take pictures of children and pets.
• Hold your camera vertically to capture tall, narrow subjects, such as a waterfall, skyscraper, or a single person.
• Add interest to your picture by framing it with a tree branch, a window, or even the rails of a fence.
• Keep the sun behind you. This provides the best subject illumination.

TAKING FLASH PICTURES

In dim light, such as indoors or outdoors in heavy shade, or on dark overcast days, you need flash. Your camera features an automatic flash that fires when you need it. The pop-up flash helps to minimize red eyes in flash pictures and to prevent hand obstruction in front of the lens.

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).
   The FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) "blinks" when the flash is not ready.
2. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).

3. Partially depress the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). When the FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

4. Keep the subject within the distance range for the speed of film in your camera (see Flash-to-subject distance). Don't

take pictures beyond the maximum distance or your pictures will be dark.

Flash-to-subject distance

ISO film speed	Wide (24 mm)	Telephoto (48 mm)
50	2 to 14 ft (0.6 to 4.3 m)	2 to 7 ft (0.6 to 2.1 m)
100	2 to 19 ft (0.6 to 5.8 m)	2 to 10 ft (0.6 to 3.1 m)
200	2 to 27 ft (0.6 to 8.2 m)	2 to 14 ft (0.6 to 4.3 m)
400	2 to 38 ft (0.6 to 11.6 m)	2 to 20 ft (0.6 to 6.1 m)
800	2 to 53 ft (0.6 to 16.2 m)	2 to 28 ft (0.6 to 8.5 m)
1600	2 to 74 ft (0.6 to 22.6 m)	2 to 40 ft (0.6 to 12.2 m)

SELECTING THE FLASH AND INFINITY-FOCUS MODES

Besides the auto-flash mode with redeye reduction, you can select auto-flash without red-eye reduction, fill flash, off-flash, infinity-focus, and night-view modes.

Press the FLASH-MODE BUTTON (7) until the desired indicator appears on the LCD PANEL (5).

The flash modes will remain selected after you take the picture. To change the flash-mode selection, press the flash-mode button, or turn the camera off then back on to return to the flash default mode.

Red-eye reduction

Some people's eyes (and some pets') can reflect flash with a red glow. This camera features automatic flash with red-eye reduction which is the initial default setting for this camera. With the help of the pop-up flash and by following the instructions below, you can minimize red eyes in flash or fill-flash pictures.

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).

2. Press the FLASH-MODE BUTTON (7) repeatedly until the auto flash with RED-EYE-REDUCTION INDICATOR (29) appears on the LCD PANEL (5).

3. Disregard step 2 if the default setting is already set for red-eye reduction.

4. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).

5. Have your subject look directly at the RED-EYE-REDUCTION LAMP (14).
6. Partially depress the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). When the FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

Auto flash without red-eye reduction

Use this mode for taking pictures without people.

You can change the default setting to auto flash without red-eye reduction by following the steps below:

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).
2. Press the FLASH-MODE BUTTON (7) repeatedly until the AUTO-FLASH INDICATOR (36) appears on the LCD PANEL (5).
3. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).
4. Partially depress the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). When the FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.
5. The camera will now default to the auto-flash mode without red-eye reduction.

Fill flash

When bright light indoors or outdoors comes from behind the subject (backlighting), dark shadows (especially on faces) may occur. Use fill flash to lighten these shadows.

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).
2. Press the FLASH-MODE BUTTON (7) repeatedly until the FILL-FLASH INDICATOR (32) appears on the LCD PANEL (5).
3. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).
4. Partially depress the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). When the FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

Off flash OFF

When you do not want to use the flash, especially indoors where flash is prohibited, such as in theaters and museums, or when you want to take twilight scenes or distant subjects that are beyond the flash range, or capture the ambiance of existing light, use the off-flash feature. Use a tripod or place the camera on another firm support, and use high-speed film because the shutter speed at night will most likely be slow.

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).
2. Press the FLASH-MODE BUTTON (7) repeatedly until the OFF-FLASH INDICATOR (35) appears on the LCD PANEL (5).
3. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).
4. Partially depress the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). When the FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

Infinity focus

Capture sharp, distant scenery at any zoom position (for daylight and outdoor use only).

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).
2. Press the FLASH-MODE BUTTON (7) repeatedly until the INFINITY-FOCUS INDICATOR (33) appears on the LCD PANEL (5).
3. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).
4. Partially depress the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). When the FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

Night-view

In this mode, the camera balances the flash and existing light exposure so you can take beautiful pictures of people at sunset or at night. Use a tripod or place the camera on another firm support, and use high-speed film because the shutter speed at night will most likely be slow.

1. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).
2. Press the FLASH-MODE BUTTON (7) repeatedly until the NIGHT-VIEW INDICATOR (28) appears on the LCD PANEL (5).
3. Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).
4. Partially depress the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). When the FLASH/CAMERA-READY LAMP (18) glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

USING THE SELF-TIMER

Use this feature to include yourself in pictures.

1. Use the TRIPOD SOCKET (25) to attach the camera to a tripod or place it on another firm support.
2. Move the ON/OFF SWITCH (20) to the "ON" position to turn the camera on and to raise the FLASH (9).
3. Press the SELF-TIMER BUTTON (6).
4. Frame your picture in the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (19).

5. Press the SHUTTER BUTTON (16). The SELF-TIMER LAMP (13) on the front of the camera will blink and then glow during the last two seconds of countdown.

6. To cancel the self-timer selection before the shutter releases, turn the camera off.

7. The self-timer automatically turns off after the shutter releases and returns to the auto-flash start position.

DATE AND TIME IMPRINTING

Traditional cameras print date and/or time information directly onto the film. Your camera uses the film's magnetic data-recording capability to record date and time information which your photofinisher can imprint on the back of your photographs. This camera has a quartz clock and automatic calendar through the year 2099. You can record the date in a choice of three date formats (year/month/day, month/day/year or day/month/year) and one time format (hour/minute).

Setting the date and time

1. Press the SELECT BUTTON (2)

repeatedly to scroll and select desired date format.

1. Press the select button again and

hold the button for approximately 2 seconds until the first number(s) of

the date/time position "blinks."

1. Press the ENTER BUTTON (3) to change the "blinking" number(s).
2. Press the select button to store the selected number(s) and to activate the next "blinking" number(s) (follow steps 3 and 4 to complete your selection).

UNLOADING THE FILM

Automatic rewind

The camera automatically rewinds the film into the cassette after the last exposure.

1. Wait for the film to completely rewind into the film cassette.
2. When the motor stops running, the FRAME COUNTER (30) will indicate "0."
3. Push the FILM-DOOR LATCH (21) up.
4. The motor will run for a brief time, then the film door will open.
5. Remove the film cassette from the camera and reload with new KODAK ADVANTIX Film.
6. The FSI on the fully-exposed film cassette will be at X (#3 position) and the LCD panel will display "E."

Manual rewind

If you don't want to take pictures on the entire film, you can manually activate the automatic rewind.

1. Gently press the FILM-REWIND BUTTON (4) by using a pointed object to start the auto-film rewind.
2. Follow steps 1-3 from Automatic Rewind.

NOTE: You cannot reload partially exposed film into this camera for continuous picture-taking.

CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA

1. Protect the camera from dust, moisture, sudden impact, and excessive heat.

CAUTION: Do not use solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners on the camera body.

1. If the lens appears dirty, breathe on it to form a mist and wipe the surface gently with a soft, lintless cloth or camera lens-cleaning tissue. Never wipe a dry lens.

CAUTION: Do not use solvents or solutions not designed for cleaning camera lenses. Do not use chemically treated tissues intended for cleaning eye glasses.

1. Remove the battery when you store the camera for an extended time.

CAUTION: To prevent possible damage and electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the camera or flash unit by yourself.

TROUBLESHOOTING

What happened	Probable cause	Solution
Camera will not operate	There are no more pictures remaining	Remove the film
	Battery weak, dead, missing, or improperly loaded	Replace or reload the battery
Film does not advance or rewind	Battery weak, dead, missing, or improperly loaded	Replace or reload the battery
LCD panel is blank	Battery weak, dead, missing, or improperly loaded	Replace or reload the battery
	Camera in sleep mode	Press any control button to awaken camera
	Camera turned off	Turn on/off switch ON
Film cassette does not fit completely into the film chamber; film door does not close	Loaded partially exposed (✗) exposed (✗), or processed film(■) into the camera	Load only new film (●) into the camera

SPECIFICATIONS

Film type:	KODAK ADVANTIX Film for color and black-and-white pictures
Lens:	24-48 mm zoom lens, hybrid aspheric
Focus system:	70 zones AF
Focus range: (daylight)	Wide/Tele: 2 ft (0.6 m) to infinity
Viewfinder:	Real image with C, H, & P format display
Film speed:	DXIX (ISO) 50-1600 for color and black-and-white films
Flash unit:	Built-in/pop-up, KODAK SENSALITE™ Flash
Flash range: (ISO 200)	Wide: 2 to 27 ft (0.6 to 8.2 m) Tele: 2 to 14 ft (0.6 to 4.3 m)
Apertures:	f/4.5-f/8.6
Shutter:	Programmed electronic shutter, 1/5 to 1/360 seconds
Power source:	Main power: one 3 V lithium KODAK K123LA (or equivalent) Battery
Dimensions:	4.5 x 2.5 x 1.3 in. (114 x 64 x 34 mm)
Weight:	6.9 oz (195 g) without film and battery

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