JOYCAM - Digital Camera POLAROID - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Polaroid
Model	JoyCam
Product type	Digital camera
Power source	Batteries (not included)
Built-in flash	Yes
Shooting distance (indoor)	1.0 - 2.5 meters
Operating temperature	Above 13 °C
Film storage temperature	Below 24 °C
Photo counter capacity	10 photos (film)
Warranty	1 year (limited)
Dimensions (estimated)	120 x 80 x 30 mm
Weight (estimated)	200 g
Packaging materials	75% recycled materials
Safety	Do not expose to water; supervise children
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth
Customer service	800-268-6970 (USA)
Website	www.polaroid.com

Frequently Asked Questions - JOYCAM POLAROID

How to install the film in the Polaroid JoyCam camera?

Make sure the photo counter shows a black dot. Open the housing, install the film, close the housing, press the red shutter button, pull the processing handle until the safety cover appears, then push the handle back in. The counter should show 10.

Why are my photos black or dark?

Indoors, always use the flash. Make sure the Ready light is blinking. Take photos at a distance of 1.0 to 2.5 meters.

How to avoid marks or stains on photos?

Pull the processing handle firmly and straight, in one motion. Avoid pulling the handle against your body.

What is the ideal temperature for taking photos?

Take photos at a temperature above 13 °C. Store film below 24 °C.

How to adjust the photo counter?

Press the red shutter button, pull the processing handle, push it back in. Repeat until a black dot appears in the counter window.

How to use the flash?

For indoor photos, push the button to the right. The light blinks then stays on for 1 minute. If it goes off, push the button to the right again. To disable, push to the left.

What to do if the Ready light does not blink?

Make sure the batteries are installed and working. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

What is the warranty period of the device?

The device is covered by a one-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects. Keep your receipt as proof of purchase.

How to contact Polaroid customer service?

You can call 800-268-6970 or visit www.polaroid.com.

Can I use the device with other films?

Use only films recommended by Polaroid, such as Polaroid Captiva films.

USER MANUAL JOYCAM POLAROID

1 Press red shutter button.
Pull processing handle.
Push handle in.
Repeat until black dot shows in window.

Load Film

Before you load the film, make sure the picture counter shows a black dot.

1 Open door and film.
Close door and press red shutter button.
Pull handle. The film safety cover comes out.
Push handle in; counter shows 10.

Take Pictures

Select and charge.

Indoors

Push selector to the right.

The ready light blinks and stays lit for one minute. If light goes off, push selector to the right again.

Repeat for every indoor picture.

Outdoors

Push selector to the left.

2 Aim and shoot. Best pictures 3-8 ft (1-2.5 m).

Process the picture.

Pull handle.
2 Remove picture.
Push handle in.

Tips

Black or dark pictures

Always use flash indoors. Ready light must be blinking.
Take indoor pictures between 3-8 ft (1-2.5 m).

Marks or blotches on picture

• When pulling handle, pull firmly and straight. Do not stop.
• Avoid pulling handle against your body.

Avoid extreme temperatures

Take pictures above 55^ (13^) and store film below 75^ (24^) .

If you have any questions, call us at 800-343-5000, or visit us at www.polaroid.com.

Limited Warranty: Polaroid will, at our option, repair or replace any camera found defective in manufacture within the warranty period (one year). The warranty period is determined by the date of camera purchase. Keep the receipt as proof of purchase. Otherwise the warranty period is determined by the date of manufacture. This warranty does not apply to damage caused by accident, misuse, or tampering and excludes all consequential damages except in jurisdictions not allowing such exclusions or limitations.

Caution: This camera is battery operated. Closely supervise children when they are operating the camera or when you are using it in their presence. To prevent electrical shock, the camera should not be exposed to or immersed in water or other fluids, disassembled, or operated if dropped and damaged.

The cardboard from the camera package is made from a minimum of 75% recovered material which includes at least 25% recycled post-consumer waste and can be recycled.

Copyright 1998 Polaroid Corporation, Cambridge, MA 02139 U.S.A., owner of the trademarks "Polaroid (and design)," "Polaroid JoyCam," "Captiva," and "Vision."