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USER MANUAL C700 CONTAX

C700 Zoom CameraCamera Identification (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11)Camera Identification (12) (13) (14) (15) (16)(17)(18) (19) (20) (21) (22) EXP LEFT SELECT TEXT ENTER MENU SELECTLCD Panel (23) (24) (25) (26) (27) (28) (29) (30) (31) FILL OFF EXP LEFT SELECT TEXTThis 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 Regulations1 ENGLISH KODAK ADVANTIX C700 Zoom Camera 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 (800) 242-2424. Kodak (Canada only) from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time) Monday through Friday at 1 (800) 465-6325, ext. 36100; for the Toronto area, call (416) 766-8233, 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. © Eastman Kodak Company, 19982

• 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/titling

• You can choose to have date and time information printed on the back of your prints. With this camera, you can also choose a print title from the Title-Select List and a language (see Setting the Language) before you take a picture. You also have the option to choose an additional title for the entire roll of film. The selected titles will be 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. Mid-roll change (MRC)

• You can change and remove film in the middle of the roll and reload it later to continue picture-taking. When you reload the film cassette into the camera, the magnetic Information Exchange (ix) technology of the camera will automatically rewind the film to the first unexposed frame. This feature allows you to switch to another film speed at mid roll to match scene requirements, e.g., the use of high-speed film for indoors verses low-speed film for outdoors. Also, you can dedicate individual film rolls to specific subjects or share the camera with the family while each member uses their own film cassette. 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.3 Film status indicator (FSI) A highlighted indicator advances from one symbol to another to identify the status of the film inside the cassette.

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. Processed negatives Fully exposed Partially exposed Unexposed4 CONTENTS CAMERA IDENTIFICATION ............................. 5

end of the strap behind the STRAP POST (10).

2. Thread the longer end

of the strap through the shorter loop.

3. Pull the strap tight.

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

DOOR (11) by using your finger tip.

• Before you remove the old battery, close the lens cover/flash.

2. Insert the battery

into the chamber as shown.

battery door closed.

• After you load a new battery into the camera, you will need to reset the date and time.7 Low-battery indicator It’s time to replace the battery when—

• the BATTERY SYMBOL (24) “blinks” and the “BATTERY LOW” message appears on the LCD panel

• none of the indicators, except for steady battery symbol, appears on the LCD panel and the shutter button 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 if it is not operated for more than 60 seconds. You can press the shutter button, zoom control, film-rewind, mode buttons or rewind button to awaken the camera.8

You can load film into the camera with the lens cover/flash opened or closed.

1. Turn the camera upside down and

slide the FILM-DOOR LATCH (17) to automatically open the FILM DOOR (15).

• The film door will open only when the film chamber is empty or the film in the camera is completely rewound into the film cassette.

2. Insert the film cassette completely into

the FILM CHAMBER (16). Make sure the Film Status Indicator (FSI) on the film cassette is at ● (#1 position) for a new cassette or at ◗ (#2 position) for a partially exposed cassette.

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

3. Close the film door to start the auto-

film advance. The FRAME COUNTER (26) on the LCD PANEL (14) will show the number of frames remaining on the film cassette.

• After you close the safety-interlock film door, you cannot open the door until the film is completely rewound into the film cassette.9 TAKING PICTURES You can take Classic (C), Group/HDTV (H)*

and Panoramic (P) pictures on the same film cassette (see the table on the following page for Typical print sizes). Your photo-processing cost may be based on the format sizes(s) that you use to expose the film.

1. Lift the LENS COVER/

FLASH (3) up to uncover the LENS (7) and to activate the flash.

FORMAT-SELECTOR BUTTON (4) to the desired format (C, H, or P). The viewfinder will change to show the selected field of view.

3. Frame your subject within the

VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (12). For a sharp picture, stand at least 2.5 ft (0.8 m) from your subject.

4. Partially depress the

SHUTTER BUTTON (2) until the FLASH/ CAMERA-READY LAMP (13) turns green. Fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

• Follow the instructions on the LCD text- messaging panel when the flash/camera-ready lamp is red. MULTI

• High Definition Television (HDTV) prints are the same aspect ratio as the TV for CD interface capabilities.

H10 Typical print sizes (formats) CHP Classic Group (HDTV) Panoramic

3.5 x 5" or 4 x 6" 3.5 x 6" or 4 x 7" 3.5 x 8.5" to 4 x 11.5"

(88.9 x 127 mm or (88.9 x 152 mm or (88.9 x 216 mm to 102 x 152 mm) 102 x 178 mm) 102 x 292.7 mm) NOTE: Your photofinisher will generally provide 4 x 6, 4 x 7 , and 4 x 11.5 in. (102 x 152, 102 x 178, and 102 x 292.7 mm) sizes. Some local printers may offer

3.5 x 5, 3.5 x 6, and 3.5 x 8.5 in. (88.9 x 127, 88.9 x 152,

and 88.9 x 216 mm) sizes. 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-mode position.

1. Lift the LENS COVER/FLASH (3) up to

uncover the LENS (7) and to activate the flash.

DIAL LEVER (1) to the left to the wide-mode position to zoom away from the subject. Slide the lever to the right to the tele-mode position to zoom closer

3. Frame your subject within the

BUTTON (2) until the FLASH/CAMERA- READY LAMP (13) turns green. Fully depress the shutter button to take the picture.

• The lens barrel will automatically return to the wide-mode position after approximately 60 seconds.11

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 and provides automatic daylight fill flash under certain bright-light conditions where shadows may exist. The flip-up flash also helps to minimize red eyes in flash pictures and to prevent hand obstruction in front of the flash. When you partially depress the shutter button and the flash-ready lamp glows green, the flash is fully charged and ready for picture-taking (see the following tables for Flash-lamp signals and Flash-to- subject distance).

1. Lift the LENS COVER/FLASH (3) up to

uncover the LENS (7) and to activate the flash.

• The LCD panel will display “FLASH NOT READY” message when the flash is not fully charged.

3. Keep the subject within the distance

range for the speed of film in your camera. Don’t take pictures beyond the maximum distance or your pictures will be dark. Flash-lamp signals Lamp Indicator Situation Glows green Flash fully charged “Blinks” red * Flash not fully charged Glows red Subject closer than

• A text message will appear on the LCD panel to inform the user the reason of warning.12 Flash-to-subject distance ISO Film Wide Tele Speed (30 mm) (60 mm) 50 2.5 to 9 ft 2.5 to 8 ft (0.8 to 2.7 m) (0.8 to 2.4 m) 100 2.5 to 13 ft 2.5 to 11 ft (0.8 to 4 m) (0.8 to 3.4 m) 200 2.5 to 18 ft 2.5 to 15 ft (0.8 to 5.5 m) (0.8 to 4.6 m) 400 2.5 to 26 ft 2.5 to 22 ft (0.8 to 7.9 m) (0.8 to 6.7 m) 800 2.5 to 36 ft 2.5 to 31 ft (0.8 to 11 m) (0.8 to 9.4 m) 1600 2.5 to 52 ft 2.5 to 44 ft (0.8 to 15.8 m) (0.8 to 13.4 m)

Press the SELECT BUTTON (19) until the desired indicator and corresponding text message appear on the LCD PANEL (14). Flash modes and the infinity mode remain selected after you take the picture. To cancel the selection, close the lens cover/ flash or press the SELECT button to return to the standard point- and-shoot “AUTO FLASH ” mode.13 “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.

2. Frame your subject within the

the picture. “INFINITY ” For maximum sharpness of distant scenery at any zoom position, use the infinity feature (for outdoor use only).

2. Frame your subject within the

the picture. “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 flash- off feature.

2. Frame your subject within the

• Use a tripod and high-speed film because the shutter speed in these situations will most likely be slow. FILL OFF14 USING THE “SELFTIMER” You can include yourself in pictures by using the self-timer feature. The electronic self-timer will delay the release of the shutter button for approximately 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.

1. Place the camera on a tripod (TRIPOD

SOCKET [22]) and press the ENTER BUTTON (18). The “SELFTIMER READY ” message and indicator will appear on the LCD PANEL (14).

2. Frame your picture in the VIEWFINDER

SELF-TIMER LAMP (8) on the front of the camera will blink during the self-timer countdown.

• To cancel the self-timer selection before the shutter releases, press the ENTER button or close the lens- cover flash.

• The self-timer is automatically canceled after the shutter releases.

DATE AND TIME IMPRINTING

This camera has a quartz clock and automatic calendar through the year 2099. Traditional cameras print date and/or time information directly onto the film. Your camera uses the film’s magnetic data strip to record date and time information which your photofinisher imprints on the back of your photographs. Setting the date and time

the date function. The first two digits of the date (indicating the month) will “blink.” Press the ZOOM-DIAL LEVER (1) to the right or left to increase or decrease the number.15

3. Press the ENTER BUTTON (18) to store

the selected month and to activate the next “blinking” date option (follow steps 2 and 3 to complete your selection).

• After you set the “date” or “time,” the LCD panel will display “DATE IS”

“TIME IS” followed by the selected date or time.

4. Repeat steps 1–3 to choose

SET TIME ” and set the selection. Date and time formats The date and time formats are automati- cally set for you according to the designated language listed below. If you want to change the automatic settings for date and time formats, see Chang- ing the date and time formats. Time Format Date Format English 12 hour month, day, year German 24 hour day, month, year French 24 hour day, month, year Spanish 24 hour day, month, year Japanese 24 hour year, month, day Changing the date and time formats (mm, dd, yy/ dd, mm, yy/ yy, mm, dd and 12/24 hour)

the selection. Press the ZOOM-DIAL LEVER (1) to the right or left to increase or decrease the number.

• After you set the “date” or “time,” the LCD panel will display “DATE FORMAT IS” followed by the selected format.

4. Repeat steps 1–3 to choose and “

SET TIME FORMAT .”16

USING THE “SET DISPLAY”

This feature will allow you to view one of three display formats: Example

BUTTON (21) until “ SET DISPLAY

appears on the LCD PANEL (14).

2. Press the SELECT BUTTON (19) to make

the selection. To change the data option, use the ZOOM-DIAL LEVER (1) to cycle to your selection.

U.S. “ENGLISH” is initially set into the memory of this camera or you can change the language to “DEUTSCH” for German, “FRANCAIS” for French, “ESPANOL” for Spanish or [Katakana] for Japanese.

1. Press and hold the MENU BUTTON (21)

for 4 seconds until the “blinking” language appears on the LCD PANEL (14).

• After you set the language, the LCD panel will display “LANGUAGE IS” followed by the selected language.17

PRINT TITLE IMPRINTING

You can choose a print title from the Title- select list and choose a language (see Setting the language) before you take the picture. The title you select will be recorded on the film’s magnetic data strip. At certified Advanced Photo System labs, the selected title will be printed on the back of the print.

1. Repeatedly press the

.” Use the ZOOM-DIAL LEVER (1) to cycle from one title to another.

• After you set the title, the LCD panel will display

“SET PRINT TITLE IS”

followed by the selected title. NOTE: Print title selections will automatically cancel after 24 hours of camera inactivity.

ROLL TITLE IMPRINTING

You can choose an additional roll title from the Title-select list for the entire roll of film. Both the roll and print title will be imprinted on the back of the print.

“SET ROLL TITLE.” Use the ZOOM-DIAL LEVER (1) to cycle to another title selection.

• After you set the title, the LCD panel will display

followed by the selected title.18 Title-select list Title ANNIVERSARY BAPTISM BIRTHDAY CANADA DAY CHRISTMAS CONGRATULATIONS EASTER FAMILY

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.

• The “FILM REWINDING” message will appear on the LCD PANEL (14) and the FRAME COUNTER (26) will count down to “0.”

• The empty FILM-PRESENCE INDICATOR (27) and “REMOVE FILM” message will appear on the LCD panel when the film is rewound. (The message will only appear when the lens cover/flash is up.)

2. Turn the camera upside down and slide

the FILM-DOOR LATCH (17) to automatically open the FILM DOOR (15).

3. Remove the film cassette from the

• The FSI on the film cassette will be at ✖.20

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.

2. If the lens appears dirty, breathe on it

to form a mist and wipe the surface gently with a soft, lintless cloth or 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.

3. 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. Mid-roll change (MRC) This camera has MRC feature where a partially exposed film cassette can be rewound for later use. The FSI on a partially exposed film cassette will be set to ◗ (#2 position). When you reload the film cassette into the camera, “ SEARCH- ING ” will appear on the LCD panel. The camera will automatically advance the film to the first unexposed frame and

FRESH FILM ” will appear on the LCD panel. Film can be rewound and reloaded until the last frame is taken. The camera will automatically rewind the film and set the FSI to ✖ (#3 position).

1. Gently press the FILM-REWIND

BUTTON (20) by using a pointed object to start the auto-film rewind.

2. Follow steps 1–3 from Automatic

• You can either reinsert the partially exposed film cassette into the camera for more picture-taking or take it to your photofinisher for processing.21 TROUBLESHOOTING What happened Probable cause Solution Camera will There are no more Remove the film not operate pictures remaining Battery weak, dead, missing, Replace or reload the or improperly loaded battery Film does not Battery weak, dead, missing, Replace or reload advance or rewind or improperly loaded the battery LCD panel is blank Battery weak, dead, missing, Replace or reload or improperly loaded the battery LCD panel displays: “BATTERY LOW” Battery weak Replace the battery “REPLACE BATTERY” Battery weak, dead, missing, Replace or reload or improperly loaded the battery

Flash not fully charged Wait until the “FLASH NOT READY” message disappears or until the flash-ready lamp glows green Flash/camera ready Flash not fully Wait for lamp to glow lamp “blinks” red charged green Flash/camera ready Subject closer See Flash-to-subject lamp glows red than 2.5 ft (0.8 m) distance on page 1222 SPECIFICATIONS Film Type: KODAK ADVANTIX Film for color and black-and-white pictures Lens: Autofocusing 30–60 mm motorized zoom lens, 5-elements/2-group construction, glass aspheric Focus System: Passive multi-spot AF Focus Range: C, H, & P: Wide/Tele: 2.5 ft – ∞ (0.8 m – ∞) Viewfinder: Real image with C, H, & P format display LCD: Text display with camera-status information and warnings Film-Speed: DXIX (ISO) 50–1600 for color films Flash Unit: Built-in, KODAK SENSALITE™ Flash Flash Range: Wide: 2.5–18 ft (0.8–5.5 m) (ISO 200) Tele: 2.5–15 ft (0.8–4.6 m) Apertures:

3.5 X 5" o 3.5 X 6" o 3.5