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USER MANUAL Impossible I1 POLAROID

USER MANUALPlease be sure to read through this manual before using the I-1. Keep for future reference. For updated information, video tutorials and more, please visit: support.the-impossible-project.com USER MANUALThe Impossible I-1 is an easy to use, point and shoot analog instant camera for the original instant photo format. It makes real, physical photos that develop in the palm of your hand. The I-1 features an advanced ring flash, designed for taking great portraits. It can also be used with the I-1 App for iOS, which lets you try creative techniques like light painting and gives you full photographic control of manual features like shutter speed and aperture. INTRODUCTIONParts diagram Viewfinder rear lens Viewfinder front lens Indicating LED Frog Tongue USB Power Connector Control Knob Lighten/darken Switch Shutter Button Film Door Strap Mount

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Important: The I-1 will not be charged upon purchase – it must be fully charged before fi rst use. You should charge the I-1 fully before every use to ensure it has enough power for the duration of your shoot. A full charge usually takes just one and a half to two hours when you use the dedicated I-1 USB charging cable (P) with a smartphone power adapter or computer USB port. To charge the camera, plug the USB charging cable

into the micro USB slot on the camera door

. Then plug the other end of the cable into a charger such as your iPhone charger, or into your computer’s USB slot. The red power indicator LED

will switch off as soon as the battery is fully charged.

To turn the camera on, turn the control knob

counter-clockwise BOX CONTENTS HOW TO USE THE I-1 English | 11 until the yellow lines on the control knob and shutter button

line up, and the fi lled circle symbol is at the front. To turn it off again, turn the control knob clockwise until the empty circle symbol is at the front and the yellow line is pointing downwards.

to ope the fi lm door

. Push the fi lm cas sette all the way in, with darkslide up and plastic base at the bottom. Note: Please check individual fi lm packaging for development time, handling and storage details.

When you close the fi lm door, the darkslide will eject from the camera automatically, underneath the frog tongue. The plastic frog tongue is designed to protect images from light as they develop – it should not be removed. Take the darkslide out from under the frog tongue and let the frog tongue roll back up. If the darkslide has not ejected, take out the fi lm pack and re-insert it, making sure it is pushed all the way to the back of the camera.

Flash: You can fi nd the fl ash on/ off switch

on the side of the lens barrel. To turn the fl ash on, push the fl ash on/off switch up so it meets the yellow lightning fl ash symbol. The fl ash is on by default when you unpack the camera. We recommend that you use the fl ash in all conditions except bright, direct sunlight. Note: the camera should be fully charged to take best advantage of the ring fl ash. Lighten/Darken: Use the lighten/ darken switch

on the opposite side of the lens barrel to adjust the exposure of your shot. To get a brighter photo, move the lighten/ darken switch up to the plus posi- tion. For a darker photo, move the lighten/darken switch down to the minus position. These two settings ENGLISH12 | English correspond to different Exposure Values (EV). The camera’s Expo- sure Values are +

(when you move the switch up) and -

(when you move the switch down).

To open the viewfi nder

gently push the tab labeled ‘push’ sideways in the direction of the arrow. This will release the latch and the viewfi nder will pop up. To close it again, simply fold it down, rear lens fi rst, pressing gently downwards until the latch clicks shut. Using the viewfi nder: The I-1 uses a mechanical pop-up viewfi nder with refl ective silver markings that help you to align the camera correctly for a well-composed shot. The viewfi nder is most accurate when you hold it 4 – 5cm away from your eye. To use the align- ment markings, follow these steps:

• Close one eye and hold your camera out in front of you, at fi rst about 20cm away from your face.

• Train your eye on the silver dot on the viewfi nder’s rear lens. Move the camera until the silver dot is in the center of the circle on the front lens.

• Move the camera towards you until the viewfi nder is 4–5 cm away from your eye. The dot will become blurry but should still be visible inside the circle. You’ll see that the view through the viewfi nder has become sharp.

• Remember that the viewfi nder sits above the camera’s lens, so at very close distances (1.2 meters or less), you will need to aim higher than what you see in the viewfi nder to compose your shot correctly. Note: See “The Viewfi nder” diagram on the inside cover of this manual. English | 13

The I-1 uses infrared light to work out how far away the subject is. In order for this to work most effectively, your subject should be at the center of your composition while the camera is focusing. If you don’t want your subject to be in the center of your photo, fi rst compose the shot with the subject at the center. Then press the shutter button halfway in to focus. To avoid a blurry photo, make sure you are at least 30cm away from your subject when you take the picture. Important: The shutter button has two positions: press it lightly halfway in to focus, and fi rmly all the way in to take a photo. You will feel a very subtle click when you reach the halfway po- sition. Practice this a few times while the camera is switched off to get a feel for it. Keep your fi nger on the shutter button as it’s pressed halfway in, then reframe your shot by moving your subject off-center. Then, fi nally, push the shutter button all the way in to take the photo. Your subject will remain in focus even though it is no longer centered.

halfway to automatically focus your shot. Press the shutter button all the way in to take the photo. The photo will be ejected from the slot at the front of the camera as soon as you let go of the shutter button. It will be shielded from the light by the frog tongue

, which also holds it in place.

REMOVE AND SHIELD THE PHOTO

Remove the photo from beneath the frog tongue and let the frog tongue roll back into the camera. Place the photo face down to continue shielding it from light as it develops.14 | English

HOW THE RING FLASH WORKS

The I-1 ring fl ash is made up of 12 individual LEDs. 8 LEDs (1 red 7 white) provide the main light source and give status indica- tions – these are supplemented by 4 smaller LEDs. When you take a photo, all 12 LEDs will fl ash at once, to provide a bright but soft light. Important: always use the fl ash for every shot, unless you’re shooting in bright, direct sunlight. As well as lighting photos, the ring fl ash also gives you information about the camera’s current status. You can use the ring fl ash to see:

How much fi lm is left in the pack Every time you turn the control knob to the on position, the ring fl ash will light up. The number of LEDs which light up corresponds to the number of shots you have left. So e.g. if six LEDs light up, there are six shots left in that fi lm pack. If you have used up all 8 shots in your fi lm pack, or if there is no fi lm pack inserted in the camera, then the red LED (top) will blink rapidly when you turn the camera on. How much battery you have left If you press the shutter button

while the camera is switched off, the number of LEDs which light up will correspond to battery level. So e.g. if six bulbs light up, your camera’s battery is 6/8 charged. When the I-1 battery is low (3 or fewer ring fl ash LEDs light up), then the red LED power indicator

will blink on and off and the fl ash will no longer work. At this point you should only use the camera for photography in bright, direct sunlight. Important: Due to the high power requirements of the ring fl ash, we recommend that you always charge the I-1 before use, for about an hour, using the USB charging cable provided. FURTHER GUIDANCE English | 15 COMPATIBLE FILM The I-1 works with all Impossible 600-type and Impossible I-type fi lms, in either color or black & white.

REMOVING THE VIEWFINDER

The viewfi nder is removable. It’s attached to the top of the camera with magnets, which makes it easy to detach and reattach. When you want to reattach it, it will simply slide and click into place. You will need the viewfi nder to compose all your shots, but you can remove it when you need to throw your cam- era into a bigger bag or suitcase.

CLEANING THE VIEWFINDER

When cleaning the viewfi nder, we recommend that you only use cleaning cloths made for optical lenses, like the one included in the I-1 box. Do not use any solvent, such as alcohol, to clean the viewfi nder, as this may damage the silver markings.

CLEANING THE CAMERA’S ROLLERS

To clean the camera’s rollers, fi rst make sure the I-1 is switched off. Then open the fi lm door

- the rollers are two metal cylinders located just inside. Position your thumbs on top of the rollers on either side, then gently turn in- wards, towards the camera. Clean the rollers as you go, using a soft cloth slightly dampened with water. Do not use solvents or chemical cleaners, as these may damage the camera. Then make sure you turn the camera on before you close the fi lm door again. This will reset the roller position. POWER SUPPLY Charge the I-1 fully before every use to ensure it has enough power for the duration of your shoot (see "CHARGE THE CAMERA"). The red power indicator LED

switches off as soon as the battery is fully charged. The rechargeable Li-ion battery will typically last long16 | English enough for you to shoot 15 packs of fi lm at once, or for three days of use on and off. You can check how much battery life you have by counting how many LEDs in the ring fl ash blink when you turn the camera off and on again. When the I-1 battery is low (3 or fewer ring fl ash LEDs light up), then the red LED power indicator

will slowly blink on and off and the fl ash will no longer work. When the battery is critically low, the blinking becomes more rapid and the camera will cease operation.

UPDATING CAMERA SOFTWARE

The I-1 box includes a USB data cable

. This is a dedicated cable for data transfer between the cam- era and a computer. Please only use it if for updating the software of your I-1.

ATTACH THE CAMERA HAND STRAP

The I-1 comes with a removable hand strap

. To attach it to the camera, fi rst locate the two circular strap mounts

on the sides of the camera towards the back. When you get your camera, it will come with two screws

in the accessories compartment. Position the screws at either end of the strap over the mount holes. Twist the screws in until they can go no further and are holding the strap fi rmly in place.

The I-1 has a tripod socket in its base, which works with most stan- dard tripods. Simply screw your tripod mount onto the I-1. Note: with most tripods, the tripod mount will need to be unscrewed before you can load or exchange fi lm into the I-1

THE I-1 APP FOR iOS & ANDROID The I-1 works as a standalone point and shoot camera, but you can also unlock more features through the I-1 App for Apple iOS (8 and up) and Google Android (4.3 and up). To check whether your Apple or Android device is compatible with the I-1, visit this link: support.the-impossible-project.com

Download the I-1 App to your device. Search for ‘Impossible I-1’ in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. To connect the camera to the App, put the camera in App Mode by turning the control knob

counterclockwise until the Bluetooth symbol is at the front. A blue indicating LED within the camera’s ring fl ash will blink slowly as it searches for a device to pair with. Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your smartphone or iPod touch, then open up the App. You’ll know the devices are paired when the App screen reads ‘Connection Successful’ and the blue LED stops blinking. If you are having trouble connect- ing the camera to the App, then try resetting the camera by pressing the reset button. You can fi nd the reset button inside the fi lm door – it’s a small black dot on the top left-hand side, above where the fi lm pack is inserted. To push the reset button, carefully apply gentle pressure with a narrow pointed object like a pencil or a toothpick.18 | English TROUBLESHOOTING & F.A.Q. The I-1 won’t eject my photo Make sure that the control knob is in the ‘on’ posi- tion: the yellow line on the control knob should be lined up with the line on the shutter button. Make sure that your I-1 camera is charged: the power indicator LED

should glow red if the camera is on and charged. It will rapidly blink red if it doesn’t have enough power to operate. If the light doesn’t turn on, the battery may be completely empty and need to be charged. Make sure you still have fi lm in your camera: to check, turn the control knob off and on. The ring fl ash will indicate how many shots you have left. If the red LED (top) in the ring fl ash blinks rapidly when the camera turns on again, this means that there are no shots left in the fi lm pack, or that no fi lm pack is inserted. Make sure you press the eject button all the way in to ensure that the photo ejects properly. If the camera is still unresponsive, try pressing the reset button inside the fi lm door to do a hard reset. Make sure that the ring fl ash is switched on – the fl ash on/off switch should be pushed up so it meets the yellow lightning fl ash symbol. The ring fl ash doesn’t fi re when I take a photo English | 19 (continued) If the fl ash still won’t fi re, then the camera may be conserving battery life in low power mode. You can check if this is the case by looking at the red power indicator LED – if the camera is on and it is blink- ing, the fl ash will be inhibited in order to conserve battery, and the camera needs to be charged. My photo turned out slightly too dark Make sure you use the camera with fl ash ON: we strongly recommend that you always use the fl ash when shooting indoors, as well as outside at night- time, at dusk and on cloudy days. Make sure you are not shooting towards the sun: the I-1 meters the average light level it sees. When shooting towards sunlight, the sun exposes the image in such a way that it can become too dark to reveal your subject properly. Move the lighten/darken switch

on the right side of the lens barrel to the + position for a brighter image.20 | English My photo turned out blurry or fuzzy The I-1 autofocus system selects the focus distance when you press the shutter button

halfway in. It will use the center of what you see as the reference point. If your subject is off-center, move your sub- ject to the center of your shot, then press the shut- ter button halfway in. Recompose your shot while still holding the shutter button half pressed in. Hold the camera steady when shooting, especially in low light conditions, and make sure you have a strong light source to illuminate your shot. We strongly recommend that you always use the fl ash when shooting indoors and outdoors at nighttime, at dusk or on cloudy days. You can also use a tripod to give your camera a stable base. Make sure you are not too close to your subject when you take a photo. In order to avoid blurriness, you should shoot from at least 30cm away. If you see horizontal bars or stripes across your photo, this means that the camera’s rollers are depositing dirt or developer paste on the image and need to be cleaned. To clean the rollers, fi rst open the fi lm door

and remove the fi lm pack from the camera. Then gently wipe down the rollers with a soft, damp cloth. Horizontal bars appear across my image English | 21

Always use the fl ash when shooting indoors, even when you don’t think you need it. Indoor light appears yellow on Impossible fi lm – the I-1’s ring fl ash is designed to compensate for this.

MAKE PHOTOS AT NIGHT

Getting a good photo at night means paying attention to the light already in the scene. You will need different settings whether you’re shooting at a party or trying to capture streetlight, for example. When shooting at a party (or in any indoor nighttime environment), you should always use the fl ash. You can also try moving the lighten/ darken switch up to get a brighter shot. If you want to capture city lights at night, you can use the I-1 App to fi ne-tune your image by ad- justing aperture and shutter speed in Manual Mode.

MAKE PHOTOS OUTDOORS

Natural light is your best friend when it comes to instant photog- raphy. On a sunny day, outdoors, you don’t need to use the ring fl ash at all. Make sure that the sun is always behind you when you shoot. If your environment is very bright, you can try moving the lighten/ darken switch down to the ‘darken’ position to let less light into the shot and ensure it isn’t blown out. Remember that if you are not shooting in bright, direct sunlight, we recommend that you still use the ring fl ash.

MAKE LANDSCAPE PHOTOS

If you’re trying to capture a land- scape, make sure that the sun or main light source is behind you to prevent the image from being blown out. On a gloomy day you may wish to put the camera on a steady sur- face, which makes it easier for the entire scene to remain in focus. TIPS FOR MAKING GREAT PHOTOS22 | English CUSTOMER SUPPORT The Impossible Customer Support Team is always more than happy to hear from you. Please get in touch using the contact details provided below. For more detailed and up-to-date information, please visit support.the-impossible-project.com USA / CANADA usa@the-impossible-project.com +212 219 3254

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Impossible B.V. Hoge Bothofstraat 45 7511 ZA Enschede The Netherlands English | 23 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Dimensions: 145mm (L) x 110mm (W) x 99mm (H) Note: with viewfi nder, (H) = 108mm Weight: 440 grams (without fi lm pack) Operating Temperature: 4°– 38°C, 5– 90% relative humidity Bluetooth: Bluetooth Low Energy 4.0 Compatible Film: Impossible 600-type and I-type fi lm in both Color and Black & White, including Special Editions Battery: 500mAh high performance lithium ion battery (35°C rated discharge current) MATERIALS Outer shells: Polycarbonate + ABS plastics with soft touch rubberized coating Viewfi nder, Viewfi nder mounting plate, strap mounts: Zinc Aluminium alloy Lenses: Optical grade Polycarbonate and Acrylic Lenses, coated Shutter system: custom design, using precision step motors for shutter and focus control OPTICAL SYSTEM Lens: 6 lenses total, with 5 possible confi gurations Autofocus: 5 zone autofocus system, using refl ective IR ranging Macro (0.3 – 0.5m) Close-up (0.5 – 1.0 m) Near-fi eld (1.0 – 2.2m) Mid-fi eld (2.2 – 4.5m) Far-fi eld (4.5 – ∞ m) Focal length: 82 – 109mm Field of view: 41 degrees vertical, 40 degrees horizontal FLASH SYSTEM 12 LED advanced ring fl ash, consisting of 8 focused LEDs for increased range + 4 diffuse LEDs for softer light at closer distances (portraits)24 | English SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION – RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – DO NOT

• Do not disassemble the device. Incorrect reassembly can cause electrical shock if the device is used again.

• Do not immerse the device in water or other fl uids.

• Do not operate the device in a high humidity environ- ment or very dusty environments.

• Do not attempt to tamper with, adjust or remove the battery and/or the electronics located below the rollers behind the device’s fi lm door.

• Do not attempt to remove the door itself as it is connected electronically to the body of the device. Doing so is unsafe, will likely damage your device, and will void your warranty.

• Do not insert metal objects into the product.

• Do not insert any objects into the rollers or gears.

• Keep small children and infants away from the device to avoid them being injured by the device’s moving parts.

• Do not use or store the product near any heat source or any type of equipment that generates heat, includ- ing stereo amplifi ers.

• Do not use the device near fl ammable or explosive gases.

• Do not charge the device if you notice any unusual odors, noise or smoke.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the fi lm’s battery or modify it in any way (if using 600-type fi lm). If battery fl uid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with fresh cold running water and seek medical attention immediately.

• This device uses a custom Impossible lithium ion battery that is non-removable and mounted inside the camera body. No other type of battery can be used. Battery replacement can only be done by Impossible Service Centers. The battery will provide many years of service if properly used.

• Power consumption varies depending on the environment the device is used in and how the device has been stored. Used directly after full charge, the battery will power the processing of up to 15 fi lm packs with fl ash exposures, or three days of use on and off. Due to the high energy requirements of the fl ash, we recommend charging the camera before every session for best results.

• Once the battery energy level falls below a certain level, the device will no longer process fi lm. The LED will blink and signal when it needs to be recharged. This is to avoid a photo getting stuck as it’s being processed through the roller system.

• The rechargeable battery is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Charge the battery fully with the Im possible USB charging cable (provided). This usually takes 1-2 hours (can vary depending on usage).

• The supplied USB charging cable has been tested an certifi ed to work with the Apple iPhone power adaptor. While it can be used in other USB ports, e.g. comput- ers, USB power adaptors, TVs, cars etc., Impossible cannot guarantee correct operation.

• When the device is no longer in use, please recycle it properly.

USAGE ENVIRONMENT The I-1 must be powered by direct current only. Charge the I-1 using the USB charging cable provided in the camera box. To protect the high-precision technology contained in this device, never leave the camera in the following environments for an extended period of time: high temperature (+40°C/104°F), high humidity, places with extreme changes in temperature (hot and cold), direct sunlight, sandy or dusty environments such as beaches, damp places, or places with strong vibrations. Do not drop the device or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations. Do not push, pull or press on the lens.

English | 25 COMPLIANCE Important directions for using Lithium-Ion-Batteries

1. Do not throw into fi re.

2. Do not short circuit.

3. Do not disassemble.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

4. Do not continue to use when damaged.

technician for help.

5. Dispose correctly.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

user must follow the specifi c operating instructions Hereby, Impossible B.V. declares that the Impossible for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmit- I-1 Analog Instant Camera is in compliance with the ter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction appropriate essential requirements of Article 3 of the with any other antenna or transmitter. R&TTE and other relevant provisions, when used for INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) its intended purpose. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules FCC and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. undesired operation. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Caution: The user is cautioned that changes or Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de modifi cations not expressly approved by the party licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux condi- responsible for compliance could void the user’s tions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire authority to operate the equipment. de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit Note: This equipment has been tested and found to accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits le fonctionnement. are designed to provide reasonable protection against SOUTH KOREA harmful interference in a residential installation. This 해당 무선 설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음 equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio TAIWAN frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 本產品符合低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條、 accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there

1. 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公

is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a 司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變 particular installation. If this equipment does cause 更原設計之特性及功能。 harmful interference to radio or television reception,

2. 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法

which can be determined by turning the equipment 通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures: 前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用 電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Impossible B.V. Hoge Bothofstraat 45 7511 ZA Enschede The Netherlands End of life disposal warning: When the unit has come to the end of life, dispose of it in accordance with local regulations. This product is subject to the EU directive 202/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and should not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste. The Japanese GITEKI symbol is applied to devices which are certifi ed as conforming to Japanese Technical Standards for radio waves.