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Product Type Digital Camcorder
Brand Polaroid
Model iD879
Dimensions Approx. 120 x 70 x 30 mm
Weight Approx. 300 g
Power Supply Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (3.7V)
Storage Medium SD/SDHC memory card (up to 32GB)
Video Resolution 720p HD (1280 x 720) or standard definition
Still Photo Resolution Up to 5 megapixels (interpolated)
Lens Fixed focus lens with digital zoom
Display 2.0-inch TFT LCD screen
Connectivity USB 2.0, AV-out (composite), HDMI (if available)
Optical Zoom None (digital zoom only)
Digital Zoom Up to 4x
Microphone Built-in mono microphone
Cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth; avoid solvents
Safety Keep away from moisture and heat; use only specified charger
Spare Parts Battery, charger, USB cable available online
General User manual included; suitable for home videos

Frequently Asked Questions - iD879 POLAROID

What type of memory card does the Polaroid iD879 use?
The Polaroid iD879 camcorder uses SD or SDHC memory cards up to 32 GB capacity.
How long does the battery last on a full charge?
The battery life is typically around 1 to 1.5 hours of continuous recording, depending on usage and settings.
Can I connect the camcorder to my TV to play videos?
Yes, you can connect the camcorder to a TV using the AV-out cable (composite) or HDMI if your model supports it. Set the TV to the correct input source.
What video format does the iD879 record in?
The camcorder records in AVI format with H.264 compression, typically at 720p HD resolution.
How do I transfer videos to my computer?
Connect the camcorder to your computer using the USB cable. The device will appear as a removable drive, and you can copy the video files directly.
My camcorder won't turn on. What should I do?
First, ensure the battery is charged. If it still doesn't turn on, remove and reinsert the battery or try a different power source. If the problem persists, contact support.
Can I take still photos with this camcorder?
Yes, the Polaroid iD879 can capture still photos at up to 5 megapixels interpolated. Press the photo button in record mode to take a picture.
Is there an optical zoom feature?
No, the iD879 only has digital zoom up to 4x. Optical zoom is not available on this model.
How do I clean the lens of my camcorder?
Use a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth gently wipe the lens. Do not use any liquid cleaners or abrasive materials.
Where can I find spare parts like the battery or charger?
Spare parts can be purchased from online retailers such as Amazon or eBay. Search for 'Polaroid iD879 battery' or 'Polaroid iD879 charger'.

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USER MANUAL iD879 POLAROID

About This Manual....6

Safety Warning and Notice 8

1 Overall Introduction ...... 12

1.1 System Requirements 12

1.2 Features.... 12

1.3 Accessories.... 13

1.4 External View.... 14

1.5 Adjusting LCD Display.... 15

2 Getting Started 16

2.1 Inserting SD Card(s) 16

2.2 Loading the Battery 17

2.3 Charging the Battery.... 19

2.4 The gestures of using the touch screen ... 20

2.4.1 Single touch....20

2.4.2 Slide....21

2.4.3 Rotate 21

2.5 Buttons & Functions.... 22

2.6 About LED Indicators 23

2.7 Initial settings before use.... 24

2.7.1 Setting Date and Time 24

3 LCD Display Information......25

3.1 In DV Mode....25

3.2 In Voice Recording Mode 27

3.3 In DSC Mode....28

4 Using the Camera....30

4.1 Shooting a Movie Clip....30 4.2 Voice Recording Mode.... 32 4.3 Movie clip / Voice Clip Playback 33 4.4 Shooting / Playback images.... 36

4.4.1 Taking a picture 36 4.4.2 Images Playback 37

5 LCD Display Information......39

5.1 DV Playback Mode 39 5.2 Voice Recording Playback Mode 41 5.3 DSC Playback Mode...... 42

6 Menu Mode 43

6.1 Menu options of DV Mode 43

6.1.1 Movie clip Resolution....43 6.1.2 White Balance 44 6.1.3 Effect 45 6.1.4 Metering.... 46 6.1.5 Backlight 47 6.1.6 Night Mode 48 6.1.7 Motion Detection....49 6.1.8 EV Compensation....50

6.2 Menu options of DV/Voice Playback...... 51

6.2.1 Delete 51 6.2.2 Protect 53

6.3 Menu options of DSC Mode....54

6.3.1 Still Image Resolution 54

6.3.2 White Balance 55

6.3.3 Effect 56

6.3.4 Metering....57

6.3.5 Backlight 58

6.3.6 Night Mode 59

6.3.7 Self-timer 60

6.3.8 Burst 61

6.3.9 EV compensation 62

6.4 Menus of DSC Playback 63

6.4.1 Delete 63

6.4.2 Protect 65

6.4.3 Autoplay 66

6.4.4 Rotate 67

6.4.5 DPOF 68

6.5 Setting Menu 70

6.5.1 Information 70

6.5.2 Date / Time 70

6.5.3 Beep 71

6.5.4 Default 72

6.5.5 TV standard 73

6.5.6 Auto Power Off 74

6.5.7 Frequency 75

6.5.8 Language 76

6.5.9 Format 77

6.5.10 File Number (Default: Series) 78

6.5.11 LCD Brightness 79

6.5.12 Instant Review 80

6.5.13 Memory 81

6.5.14 Volume 82

6.5.15 Start-up Logo 83 6.5.16 Face Detection 85

7 PC and TV Connection 86

7.1 Connecting to the Computer 86 7.2 Connecting to a Standard TV 86 7.3 Connecting to an HD TV 87

8 Installing the Software 88

9 Editing Software 89

10 Appendix 90

Specifications 90

Troubleshooting 92

Warranty 94

E-Waste/FCC Declaration 95

Thank you for purchasing this Digital Video Camera. Please make sure to read this manual thoroughly before using it and keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Disclaimer

This company will endeavor to make sure the contents of this manual are correct and up to date. However, we do not guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this manual. In case there is any discrepancy between this manual and the Digital Video Camera, please use this camera as the basis. We reserve the right to change any content or technical rule without prior notification. In addition, the manufacturer reserves the right to change technical specifications and package contents without prior notification.

© 2012 All Rights Reserved

Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder (digital video camera). Ensure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

About This Manual

This manual is designed to assist you in using your new camcorder. All information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice.

WEEE

Battery

Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and/or Battery by users in private households in the European Union.

This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this cannot be disposed of as household waste. You must dispose of your waste equipment and/or battery by handing it over to the applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and/or battery. For more information about recycling of this equipment and/or battery, please contact your city office, the shop where you purchased the equipment, or your household waste disposal service. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.

Safety Warning and Notice

Before operating the camcorder, please make sure that you read and fully understand the content in this section. If you ignore and violate all safety warning notices indicated in this section, the camcorder warranty may be void. Meanwhile, not only the camcorder but also you and all other people and things around you may be severely damaged, injured, or even placed in danger of death.

For your safety

  1. Do not attempt to charge any other battery with this camcorder.
  2. Operate the power supply only on even surfaces, without any cover. Air circulation around the product must always be provided. The maximum ambient temperature is 40 °C.
  3. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
  4. Keep the camcorder and its accessories out of the reach of babies, toddlers, and children. In particular, small parts such as memory card and battery could be easily dismantled and swallowed by them.
  5. Use only the original accessories to avoid possible risks to health and property, and thus meet all related legal regulations.
  6. Do not dismantle the camcorder under any circumstances.
  7. When using the flash, do not go too close to human eyes (particularly for babies, toddlers, and children) or animal eyes. Otherwise, when the flash fires, the light may cause damage to human eyes or irritate animals.
  8. Batteries could explode, for instance. All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys or beaded chains touch exposed terminals. The material may complete an electrical circuit and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any batteries, particularly

when placing it inside your pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects. Do not dispose of batteries in fire as they may explode.

  1. To prevent electric shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camcorder by yourself.
  2. Some camcorder models accept non-rechargeable batteries. When using these batteries, do not charge them. Otherwise, dangers such as explosion and fire may occur.
  3. The Digital Video Camera is not suitable for barcode photography.

Warranty

  1. Warranty is void if damage or system failure occurred due to outside factors such as collision, fire, flood, dirt, sewage, earthquake, and other force majeure events as well as incorrect usage of electricity or use of non-original accessories.
  2. It is the sole responsibility of the user if problems (such as data loss and system failure) occurred due to non-factory installed software, parts, and/or non-original accessories.
  3. Do not change the camcorder. Any changes to the camcorder invalidate the warranty.

Taking care of your camcorder

  1. Always keep the camcorder in a leather case or pouch for better protection against splashes, dust, and collision.
  2. The only way of replacing the battery and the memory card is to open the Battery / Memory cover.
  3. Dispose of unwanted batteries and camcorders as permitted by the laws in your countries.
  4. Water may cause a fire or electric shock. Therefore, store your camcorder in a dry place.
  5. If your camcorder becomes wet, wipe it with a dry cloth as soon as possible.
  6. Salt or seawater may cause severe camcorder damage.
  7. Do not drop, knock, or shake the camcorder. A rude behavior of using the camcorder may damage the internal electronic circuit board or deform the lens shape.
  8. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the camcorder.
  9. Finger grease may be left on the camcorder lens and will result in unclear images or videos. To avoid this problem, be sure to clean the camcorder lens before taking pictures or recording videos. You should also clean the camcorder lens on a regular basis.
  10. If the lens is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to clean the lens.
  11. Do not touch the lens with your fingers.
  12. If a foreign substance or water gets in your camcorder, please turn the power off immediately and disconnect the batteries. Next, remove the foreign substance or water and send it to the maintenance center.
  13. Whenever there is data on the external memory card, you should make a backup copy to a computer or disc. This way, you can have a backup solution in case of data loss.
  14. All original accessories are designed only for use with this camcorder model you purchased. Do not use these accessories with other camcorder models or camcorders of other brands to avoid unpredictable danger or damage.
  15. Before initial use of a memory card, always use the camcorder to format the card first.
  16. Remember to slide the write-protect tab (if available) to the unlock position. Otherwise, all data (if any) on the memory card is protected and the card cannot be edited or formatted.

Operating environment

  1. Do not use or store your camcorder in the environments listed below:
  2. Direct sunlight
  3. Dusty places
  4. Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
  5. In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
  6. Unstable locations
  7. Do not use your camcorder outdoors when it is raining or snowing.
  8. Do not use your camcorder in or near water.
  9. The camcorder operating temperature is between 0°C 40°C ( 32°F 104°F ). It is normal for the operating time to be shortened when the temperature is low.
  10. The capacity of your camcorder batteries will reduce each time it is charged/emptied.
  11. Storage at too high or low temperatures will also result in a gradual capacity loss. As a result, the operating time of your camcorder may be considerably reduced.
  12. It is normal for the camcorder to become warm during operation, because the camcorder casing can conduct heat.

1 Overall Introduction

Please read this chapter carefully to understand the features and functions of this Digital Video Camera. The description of this chapter also includes the description of system requirement, package contents, and hardware components.

1.1 System Requirements

This Digital Video Camera requires a unit of computer with the following specifications:

Windows® Vista / XP / 2000 operating system or Mac OS 10.3 \~10.4

A CPU of at least the equivalent of Intel® Pentium 4 2.8GHz

At least 2GB of RAM

Standard USB 1.1 connection port or higher

At least 64MB of display card

Note: USB 1.1 allows you to transmit files to the host, but using USB 2.0 connection port could increase the transmission speed far faster.

1.2 Features

This Digital Video Camera provides many features and functions including:

High resolution pixel camera (DV : maximum 1080P, DSC: maximum 16 million pixels)

Touch screen

Dual card slot (1 SD and 1 Micro SD)

Slow motion Playback

In addition, the device may also serve the function as a USB/SD card reader.

1.3 Accessories

This package should contain the following items. In case there is any missing or damaged item, please contact your dealer immediately.

① Digital video camera

② Pouch

③ Quick guide

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④ Software CD

⑤ HDMI cable

⑥ Video cable

POLAROID iD879 - Accessories - 4

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Line drawing of a cable with multiple connectors (no text or symbols)

⑦ USB cable

⑧ Lithium battery

⑨ Adaptor

Line drawing of a USB cable with connector and connectors (no text or symbols)

POLAROID iD879 - Accessories - 8

Simple line drawing of a cable with a connector and plug (no text or symbols)

1.4 External View

POLAROID iD879 - External View - 1

1Lens10Menu Button
2LED Torch11Power
3Self-timer Indicator12Light Button
4Status Display13Mode Button
5Recording Button14Tripod socket
6USB/HD/TV Output15Battery / Memory Card Compartment
7Zoom Button16Microphone
8Speaker17Hand Strap
9Playback Button

1.5 Adjusting LCD Display

Before taking picture or recording movie clips, please rotate according to the illustrations below.

POLAROID iD879 - Adjusting LCD Display - 1

2 Getting Started

2.1 Inserting SD Card(s)

  1. Open the battery cover.

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  1. Insert the SD card gently into the slot. Make sure the copper contact faces upwards.

Line drawing of a camera module with an attached flash unit (no text or symbols)

SD card 1: ▶: SD card;

SD card 2: :Micro SD card

Note:

Do not remove or insert SD cards when the power of the Digital Video Camera is on to avoid damaging files.

2.2 Loading the Battery

Please use only the battery provided or recommended by the manufacturer or dealer.

Note: Insert the battery correctly according to this description. Error in inserting the battery could result in damage to this Digital Video Camera and result in fire.

  1. Open the battery cover.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical device with internal components and an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Battery Status Indicator:

POLAROID iD879 - Loading the Battery - 2Battery full
POLAROID iD879 - Loading the Battery - 3Battery half full
POLAROID iD879 - Loading the Battery - 4Battery empty
POLAROID iD879 - Loading the Battery - 5• Charging battery (A new battery should be charged at least 4 hours.)• The device power is supplied by DC input. (No battery inside.)
  1. Insert the battery according to the illustration.

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  1. Close the battery cover.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component before and after assembly (no text or symbols)

2.3 Charging the Battery

You can use the adaptor attached to charge the lithium battery, whether the system is on or off

Insert the lithium battery into the Digital Video Camera and connect the camera to the cable of the adaptor. You can also charge the battery by a PC when the system is off.

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2.4 The gestures of using the touch screen

2.4.1 Single touch

The single touch function acts as a hotkey menu to adjust basic settings directly on the display.

  1. Mode change (DV, DSC and Voice Recording)
  2. Resolution change (Full HD, HD, WVGA, WEB or 16M, 8M, 5M, 3M)

Screenshot of a Cameroon app interface showing weather forecast, battery status, and UI controls with icons and timecode.

Screenshot of a mobile photo editing interface with camera control buttons, timeline, and UI elements such as '0001' and '5M'.

Digital audio recording interface showing a microphone icon with a hand gesture and time controls (no readable text or symbols).

2.4.2 Slide

Slide right or left to view the previous file or the next file in Playback Mode.

Mobile phone interface screenshot showing a weather forecast with directional arrows and a status bar.

2.4.3 Rotate

Under Playback Mode, you can rotate the image by 90 degrees per step as shown below.

Mobile app interface screenshot showing weather and hand gestures with Chinese text overlays.

2.5 Buttons & Functions

DescriptionButtonFunction
Power ButtonPOLAROID iD879 - Buttons & Functions - 1Press the button to turn ON/OFF the power.
Menu ButtonPOLAROID iD879 - Buttons & Functions - 2Press the button to display the main OSD menu.
LIGHT Button & MODE ButtonPOLAROID iD879 - Buttons & Functions - 3 POLAROID iD879 - Buttons & Functions - 4- Press [MODE] to access different models of DV, DSC and Voice recording.- Press [LIGHT] to turn ON/OFF the LED Torch-[MENU] and [PLAY BACK], 2 buttons can be used for selection of the relevant functions. [LIGHT] is for left and [MODE] is for right.
Zoom ButtonPOLAROID iD879 - Buttons & Functions - 5- This Digital Video Camera is equipped with 5X optical zoom and 4X digital zoom function. Please note that the 4X digital zoom is supported in 720P or lower video resolutions.- The [T] and [W] buttons can be used for function selection in the mode of [MENU]
Recording ButtonPOLAROID iD879 - Buttons & Functions - 6Press the start/stop buttonto take the image, or to start/stop movie clip and voice recording.
Playback ButtonPOLAROID iD879 - Buttons & Functions - 7Press the Playback button to enter Playback mode and playback the last file.

2.6 About LED Indicators

Below table describes the meaning of the camera LED indicators:

Indicator ColorDefinition
Power (Rear LED)GreenTurning power on.
Recording (Front LED)Red blinkingRecording
Self-timerRed blinkingStart of Self-timer.

2.7 Initial settings before use

2.7.1 Setting Date and Time

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera to set up the date and time for the first time. Set the date and time by pressing the Zoom Button ( ) or touching the screen to select.

2011 / 01 / 01 00 00 1/4

  1. Press Mode Button ( ) to highlight each column. Use Zoom Button ( ) to adjust the value. Press Recording Button ( ) to store your changes, or touch the screen to adjust the date and time before pressing the Return Button ( ) to store the value and leave the setting.

2011 / 01 / 01 00:00

3 LCD Display Information

3.1 In DV Mode

The following illustration shows the LCD display layout and icon description in the DV Mode (☐).

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 00:00:00 9 10 11 16 14 12 15 13 14

1POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 2DV(Movie Clip) Mode icon
2POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 3Motion Detection icon
3POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 4Night Mode icon
4POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 5Exposure compensation icon
5POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 6Color effect icon
6POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 7Metering Mode icon
7POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 8White balance icon
8POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 9Battery status icon
900:00:00Remaining recording time icon
10POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 10Resolution Button
11POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 11Backlight icon
12POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 12Histogram icon
13POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 13Playback Button
14POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 14POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 15Digital Zoom Button
15POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 16Menu Button
16POLAROID iD879 - In DV Mode - 17Memory Status icon▶1 : SD card 1 icon;▶2 : Micro SD card 2 iconINT : Internal memory icon (displayed when there is no SD card)

3.2 In Voice Recording Mode

The following illustration shows the LCD display layout and icon description in the Voice Recording Mode ().

1 2 00:00:00 3 6 5 4

1POLAROID iD879 - In Voice Recording Mode - 2Voice Recording Mode icon
2POLAROID iD879 - In Voice Recording Mode - 3Battery status icon
300:00:00Recording time left icon
4POLAROID iD879 - In Voice Recording Mode - 4Playback Button
5POLAROID iD879 - In Voice Recording Mode - 5Menu Button
6POLAROID iD879 - In Voice Recording Mode - 6Memory Status icon▶ 1 : SD card 1 icon;▶ 2 : Micro SD card 2 iconINT : Internal memory icon (displayed when there is no SD card)

3.3 In DSC Mode

The following illustration shows the LCD display layout and icon description in the DSC Mode ().

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 0001 8 16 5M 9 15 10 13 11 14 12 13

1POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 2DSC Mode icon
2POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 3Night Mode icon
3POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 4EV compensation icon
4POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 5Effect icon
5POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 6Metering Mode icon
6POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 7White balance icon
7POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 8Battery icon
80001Number of pictures left icon
9POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 9Resolution Button
10POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 10Backlight icon
11POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 11Histogram icon
12POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 12Playback Button
13POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 13POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 14Digital zoom Button
14POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 15Menu Button
15POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 16Memory Status icon▶1: SD card 1 icon;▶2: Micro SD card 2 iconINT: Internal memory icon (displayed when there is no SD card)
16POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 17Burst icon
17POLAROID iD879 - In DSC Mode - 18Self-timer icon

4 Using the Camera

4.1 Shooting a Movie Clip

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera. Press the Mode Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the "DV Mode icon" to switch to DV mode.
  2. Press the Recording Button (☐) to start moving recording. Press the Recording Button again ( ) to stop moving recording.
  3. The Digital Video Camera will store the movie clip automatically.

DV Mode Icon 00:00:00

  1. LCD screen ratio will be different depending on the setting of Movie Clip resolution. Please refer to the table shown below:

Video Resolution

FHD (1920 x 1080)

HD (1280 x 720)

WVGA (848 x 480)

WEB (320 x 240)

Preview

16:9 ratio

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4:3 ratio

Silhouette of utility poles against a dramatic sunset sky with pink and purple clouds (no text or symbols visible).

4.2 Voice Recording Mode

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera. Press the Mode Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the “Voice Recording Mode icon” to switch to Voice Recording Mode.
  2. Press the Recording Button ( ) to start voice recording. Press the Recording Button again ( ) to stop voice recording.

Voice Recording Mode 00:00:00 micro SD/ 50+ units Battery Open

4.3 Movie clip / Voice Clip Playback

Files may not be played back.

  1. The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
  2. If the image file has been processed on a computer or the image file is stored on another digital video camera after recording, this digital video camera cannot guarantee that the file can be played back normally.
  3. In DV/Voice Recording Mode, pressing the Playback Button ( ) or touching the screen to select the Playback Mode icon will display the last file stored on the LCD screen.

Playback

Playback Mode icon

Playback Mode icon

  1. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select the file, and press the Recording Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the file for playback.

01/01

01/01

  1. To pause the playback of a file, press the Recording Button ( ) or touch the screen icon ( ).

POLAROID iD879 - Files may not be played back. - 3

100-0001 00:00:00 HD

100-0001 00:00:00

  1. Press the Playback Button ( ) again or touch the screen to select the Return Button ( ), and the digital video camera will return to DV/Voice Recording Mode.
  2. You can also playback the movie clip at a different speed by touching the screen icon () ON/OFF.

00:00:00 HD

Playback speed is as below when the Slow Motion is "OFF":

POLAROID iD879 - Files may not be played back. - 7

Rewind

2X play

Forward

Rewind

4X play

Forward

Rewind

8X play

Forward

Rewind

16X play

Forward

Playback speed is as below when the Slow Motion is "ON":

POLAROID iD879 - Files may not be played back. - 8

Rewind

1/2X play

POLAROID iD879 - Files may not be played back. - 9

Rewind

1/4X play

Forward

Rewind

1/8X play

Forward

Rewind

1/16X play

Forward

4.4 Shooting / Playback images

4.4.1 Taking a picture

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera. Press the Mode Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the “DSC Mode icon” to switch to DSC Mode.
  2. Press the Recording Button ( ) to capture images. The Digital Video Camera will store the picture automatically.

DSC Mode icon 0001 5 M T W down 50/ SD audio Battery Open

4.4.2 Images Playback

  1. In DSC Mode, press Playback Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the Playback Button icon to display the images on the LCD screen.

Playback micro-50/50 cards Battery Open Playback Mode Icon

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) will select a file. Pressing Recording Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the file to playback.

01/01 0001 5M

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the Zoom Button (/T) will zoom in or zoom out the picture. Press the Mode Button ( ) or touch the screen to select the 4-way Button to move the image.

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  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) or touch the Return Button ( ) to return to full screen for viewing images.

POLAROID iD879 - Images Playback - 4

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  1. Press the Playback Button ( ) again or touch the screen to select the Return Button ( ) will restore to DSC Mode.

5 LCD Display Information

5.1 DV Playback Mode

Please refer to the following table regarding the description of each icon and symbol.

1 Slow Motion Playback Button 2 File Protect icon 3 Battery status icon 4 Playback Mode icon 5 00:00:00 Length of each Movie clip icon 6 Resolution icon 7 Return Button 8 Fast forward Playback Button

9POLAROID iD879 - DV Playback Mode - 1Playback/Pause Button
10POLAROID iD879 - DV Playback Mode - 2Fast rewind Playback Button
11POLAROID iD879 - DV Playback Mode - 3Menu Button
12POLAROID iD879 - DV Playback Mode - 4Sound volume Button
13100-0001Folder and file number

Notes:

  1. Maximum capacity of each recorded file is 4GB.
  2. Setting a high resolution will result in a larger file and therefore a shorter recording time.

5.2 Voice Recording Playback Mode

Please refer to the following table for a description of each icon and symbol.

1 2 3 100-0001 00:00:0C 11 10 9 8 7 6 5

1POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 2File Protect icon
2POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 3Battery status icon
3POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 4Playback Mode icon
4POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 5Length of each voice recording icon
5POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 6Return Button
6POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 7Fast forward Playback Button
7POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 8Playback/Pause Button
8POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 9Fast rewind Playback Button
9POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 10Menu Button
10POLAROID iD879 - Voice Recording Playback Mode - 11Sound volume Button
11100-0001Folder and file number

5.3 DSC Playback Mode

Please refer to the following illustration to familiarize yourself with the icons and symbols of DSC Playback Mode.

1 2 3 4 0001-5 5M- 6 10 T 9 V 8 7

1POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 2DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) icon
2POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 3File Protect icon
3POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 4Battery status icon
4POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 5Image Playback Mode icon
50001Number of pictures left icon
6POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 6Resolution icon
7POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 7Return Button
8POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 8Menu Button
9POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 9Zoom- Out Button
10POLAROID iD879 - DSC Playback Mode - 10Zoom- In Button

6 Menu Mode

When a menu screen is displayed, the Menu button is used to move through the highlighted items in the submenu or to select a menu item.

6.1 Menu options of DV Mode

Set your Digital Video Camera to DV Mode and press the MENU Button ( ) to show the DV options menu.

6.1.1 Movie clip Resolution

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in DV Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Resolution item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

POLAROID iD879 - Movie clip Resolution - 1

  1. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select FHD, HD, WVGA, or WEB.

Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

HD Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

FHD FHD HD HD WVGA WVGA WEB WEB 1/1

FHD1920 x 1080
HD1280 x 720
WVGA848 x 480
WEB320 x 240

Note: 1. When setting to FHD, HD, or WVGA resolution, the LCD display aspect ratio is 16:9. 2. When setting to WEB video resolution, the LCD display aspect ratio is 4:3.

6.1.2 White Balance

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the White Balance item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, or Tungsten. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

HD Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

Auto Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Tungsten

AutoThe Digital Video Camera automatically adjusts white balance.
DaylightThe setting is suitable for outdoor recording in daylight.
CloudyThe setting is suitable for recording in cloudy or shady environments.
FluorescentThe setting is suitable for indoor with fluorescent lamp lighting, or environments with high color temperature.
TungstenThe setting is suitable for indoor with incandescent lamp light, or environments with low color temperature.

6.1.3 Effect

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( )

POLAROID iD879 - Effect - 1

to highlight the Effect item. Press the Recording Button ( )

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to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

  1. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select Normal, B/W, or Sepia.

Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

HD Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

Normal B/W (Black/White) Sepia 1/1

POLAROID iD879 - Effect - 5 NormalMake recordings in nature color
POLAROID iD879 - Effect - 6 B&WMake recordings in B&W (Black and White) color
POLAROID iD879 - Effect - 7 SepiaMake recordings in Sepia-toned color

6.1.4 Metering

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode.
  2. Press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( )

POLAROID iD879 - Metering - 1

to highlight the Metering item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select Spot, Center or Touch

AE. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

HD Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

[•] Spot [•] Center [•] Touch AE 1/1

[○] SpotThis setting is to ensure correct exposure for the object even if the background is very bright or very dark.
[→] CenterUse this setting to preserve background details while letting lighting conditions at the center of the frame define exposure.
[→] Touch AETouch the object to make it with suitable light.

6.1.5 Backlight

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode.
  2. Press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Backlight item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select On or Off. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

HD Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

On Off 1/1

6.1.6 Night Mode

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode.
  2. Press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Night Mode item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select On or Off. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Night Mode Motion Detection EV Compensation 2/2 On Off 1/1

6.1.7 Motion Detection

When Motion Detection is turned on, it is possible to undergo motion detection recording without the need to operate beside the camera. When motion is detected, the camera will start recording. When the image stops moving, the camera will stop recording.

00:00:00 T X

REC 00:00:02 T W

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Motion Detection item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select On or Off. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Night Mode Motion Detection EV Compensation 2/2

On Off 1/1

6.1.8 EV Compensation

You can adjust the value of the exposure compensation, which ranges from -2.0EV to +2.0EV (at 0.5EV increments). The higher the EV value, the brighter the image will be.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the EV Compensation item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Mode Button ( ) to select left/right to increase or decrease the EV value in steps. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Night Mode Motion Detection EV Compensation 2/2

6.2 Menu options of DV/Voice Playback

When in DV/Voice Playback Mode, press the Menu Button ( ) to show the Movie clip options menu.

6.2.1 Delete

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV/Voice Playback Mode.
  2. Select the file to be deleted and press the Menu Button ( ) to enter Menu. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Delete item, or touch the screen and select on the file to be deleted.
  3. Press Zoom Button ( ) or touch the screen to select Delete One or Delete All, and press Recording Button ( ) to delete file(s).

Delete Protect 1/1

Delete One Delete All 1/1

  1. Touch the screen to select "Yes" or "No" to delete file(s).

Delete One Yes No

Delete OneDelete the current file
Delete AllDelete all files stored in the Digital Video Camera

Note: The file cannot be recovered once it is deleted. Therefore, please make sure you have backed up the file before Delete. Protect files cannot be deleted. Before deleting, you must unlock it

6.2.2 Protect

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV/Voice Playback Mode.
  2. Press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( )

POLAROID iD879 - Protect - 1

to highlight the Protect item. Press the Recording Button to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

POLAROID iD879 - Protect - 2

  1. Display the lock icon to indicate the file is being protected.

Delete Protect

Lock One Lock All Unlock One Unlock All 1/1

Protect Lock 100-0001 00:00:00 HD

Note: To unlock the file from Protect, repeat the steps stated above. When the Protection is relieved from Protect mode, the locked icon will disappear.

6.3 Menu options of DSC Mode

When in DSC Mode, press the Menu Button ( ) to display the DSC Mode option Menu.

6.3.1 Still Image Resolution

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( )

POLAROID iD879 - Still Image Resolution - 1

to highlight the Resolution item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

  1. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select 16M, 8M, 5M, or 3M.

Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

1/M Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

16M 16M 8M 8M 5M 5M 3M 3M 1/1

16M4608 x 3456 pixels (Interpolation)
POLAROID iD879 - Still Image Resolution - 4 8M3200 x 2400 pixels (Interpolation)
POLAROID iD879 - Still Image Resolution - 5 5M2592 x 1944 pixels
POLAROID iD879 - Still Image Resolution - 6 3M2048 x 1536 pixels

6.3.2 White Balance

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the White Balance item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent or Tungsten. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

5M Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

Auto Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent 1/1 Tungsten

6.3.3 Effect

This digital video camera can record normal color image, black and white image, or image with sepia effect.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( )

POLAROID iD879 - Effect - 1

to highlight the Effect item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

POLAROID iD879 - Effect - 2

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select Normal, B/W or Sepia.

Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

5M Resolution White Balance Effect Metering Backlight 1/2

Normal B/W (Black/White) Sepia 1/1

6.3.4 Metering

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Metering item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select Spot, Center or Touch AE. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

SM Resolution White Balance Effect Metering 1/2 Backlight

[•] Spot [=] Center Touch AE 1/1

6.3.5 Backlight

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Backlight item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select On or Off. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

5M Resolution White Balance Effect Metering 1/2 Backlight On Off 1/1

6.3.6 Night Mode

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Night Mode item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select On or Off. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Night Mode Self-timer Burst EV Compensation 2/2 On Off 1/1

6.3.7 Self-timer

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( )

POLAROID iD879 - Self-timer - 1

to highlight the Self-timer item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

  1. Press the Zoom Button (☐) to select Off, 2 secs., or 10 secs. Press the Recording Button () to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Night Mode OFF Self-timer Burst EV EV Compensation 2/2 OFF Off 2s 2 secs. 10s 10 secs. 1/1

With 2 secs. Self-timer:

The image will be taken 2 seconds after the shutter is released.

With 10 secs. Self-timer:

The image will be taken 10 seconds after the shutter is released.

6.3.8 Burst

You can continuously shoot three pictures with this function, started by pressing the Recording Button () and ending automatically after taking three pictures.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Burst item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button (☐) to select Off, 2 secs., or 10 secs. Press the Recording Button (☐) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Night Mode Self-timer Burst EV Compensator 2/2 Off On 1/1

6.3.9 EV compensation

You can adjust the value of the exposure compensation which is ranged from -2.0EV to +2.0EV (at 0.5EV increment). The higher the EV value, the brighter the image will be.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode.
  2. Press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the EV Compression item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Using Mode Button ( ) to select left/right will increase or decrease EV value by steps. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Night Mode Self-timer Burst EV Compensation 2/2

Digital interface screenshot showing camera and tool icons with UI elements like 'IF', 'OK', and 'TEN' over a sunset cityscape background.

6.4 Menus of DSC Playback

6.4.1 Delete

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Playback Mode.
  2. Select the file to be deleted, press Menu Button ( ) and press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Delete item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select Delete one or Delete All. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Delete Protect Autoplay Rotate DPOF 1/1

Delete One Delete All

  1. Press Zoom Button (☐☐☐) to select "Yes" or "No" to delete file(s), or touch the screen to select the item.

Delete One Yes No

Note: The files cannot be recovered once deleted. Therefore, please make sure you have a backup file before delete. The protect files will not be able to delete. Before delete of Protected file, you must unlock the file.

6.4.2 Protect

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Playback Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Protect item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select Lock One, Lock All, Unlock One, or Unlock All. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item. The Locked icon will be displayed to indicate that the file is Protected.

Delete Protect Autoplay Rotate DPOF 1/1

Lock One Lock All Unlock One Unlock All 1/1

Protect Lock 0001 5M

Note: Repeat the above steps to unlock the file. When the file is unlocked, the locked icon will disappear.

6.4.3 Autoplay

This digital video camera includes an Autoplay function for playing back each image at a fixed interval.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Playback Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Autoplay item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select Off, 1 sec., or 3 secs. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item. The images will be displayed automatically.

Delete Protect Autoplay Rotate DPOF 1/1 Off Off 1s 1 sec. 3s 3 secs. 1/1

6.4.4 Rotate

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Playback Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Rotate item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select Left 90° or Right 90°. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Delete Protect OFF Autoplay Rotate 1/1 DPOF

Left 90° Right 90° 1/1

6.4.5 DPOF

Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to indicate the printing information stored in the memory card.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in Playback Mode.
  2. Press the Menu Button ( ) and press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the DPOF item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

Delete Protect Autoplay Rotate 1/1 DPOF

  1. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select One, All, Reset One, or Reset All. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item. The DPOF icon will be shown to indicate the files that are ordered for printing.

DPOF 0001 5 M

Note: 1. A memory card is required for the DPOF function. 2. If DPOF is set, the pictures to be printed are ordered to print.

6.5 Setting Menu

The Setting Menu can be used to select all kinds of Digital Video Camera settings.

6.5.1 Information

This function can be used to display information on the LCD screen to help you capture the best movie and image clips.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press the Menu Button (☐), then switch to SET Mode.
  2. Press the Zoom Button (☐) to highlight the Information item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select Normal, Histogram, or Off. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

NOR Information Date/Time Beep Default PAL TV standard 1/4 NOR Normal ADV Histogram OFF Off 1/1

6.5.2 Date / Time

Please refer to section 2.7.1 for setting the date and time.

6.5.3 Beep

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press the Menu Button ( ), then switch to SET Mode.
  2. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Beep item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select On or Off. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

NOR Information Date/Time Beep Default 1/4 TV standard

On Off 1/1

6.5.4 Default

Use this function to reset all settings to default settings.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press the Menu Button ( ), then switch to SET Mode.
  2. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Default item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press Zoom Button (☐) to select "O" Yes or "X" No. Press the Recording Button (☐) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

NOR Information Date/Time Beep Default 1/4 PAL TV standard

Yes No 1/1

6.5.5 TV standard

Use the TV standard to set the TV system for your area.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button and switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - TV standard - 1

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight TV standard item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select NTSC or PAL. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

NOR Information Date/Time Beep Default 1/4 PAL TV standard

NTSC NTSC PAL PAL 1/1

TV out standard setting reference
POLAROID iD879 - TV standard - 4 NTSCUSA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico
POLAROID iD879 - TV standard - 5 PALAustralia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, UK, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Norway

6.5.6 Auto Power Off

This function can be used to turn off the Digital Video Camera automatically after not using it for a period of time.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button and switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - Auto Power Off - 1

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight Auto Power Off item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select Off, 3 mins, or 5 mins. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

OFF Auto Power Off Frequency Language Format 2/4 File Number

OFF Off 3MIN 3 mins 6MIN 5 mins 1/1

6.5.7 Frequency

Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button ( ), and switch to SET Mode.
  2. Press Zoom Button (☐) to highlight Frequency item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select 50HZ or 60HZ. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

OFF Auto Power Off KHZ Frequency Language Format 2/4 File Number

50HZ 50HZ 60HZ 60HZ 1/1

Frequency setting reference:
50HZ 50HZUK, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, Netherlands, Portugal, Russia, China, Japan
60HZ 60HZUSA, Taiwan, Korea, Japan

6.5.8 Language

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button and switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - Language - 1

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight Language item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.

OFF Auto Power Off 50Hz Frequency Language Format 2/4 File Number

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select the following languages: English, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Russian, Thai, Arabian or Korean. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

English Deutsch Français Italiano 日本語 1/3

6.5.9 Format

This function allows you to format the memory card or the built-in memory.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button and switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - Format - 1

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight Format item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press Zoom Button (☐) to select "O" Yes or "X" No. Press the Recording Button (☐) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

OFF Auto Power Off 50Hz Frequency Language Format 2/4 File Number Yes No 1/1

Note: All the data stored in the memory card or flash memory will be deleted after formatting.

6.5.10 File Number(Default: Series)

This setting allows you to name the files. If “Series” is selected, the file name will follow the latest stored file consecutively. If “Reset” is selected, the next file name will start from 0001 even after formatting, deleting or inserting a new memory card.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button and switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - File Number(Default: Series) - 1

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight File Number item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select Series or Reset. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

OFF Auto Power Off 50Hz Frequency Language Format 2/4 File Number

Series Reset 1/1

6.5.11 LCD brightness

This function can be used to adjust the brightness of the screen.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button and switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - LCD brightness - 1

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight LCD brightness item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press Zoom Button ( ) to select High, Medium, or Low. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

LCD brightness 1s Instant Review Memory Volume 3/4 logo Start-up Logo

High Medium Low

6.5.12 Instant Review

This function can be used to instantly browse the files after taking the picture.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press Menu Button and switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - Instant Review - 1

  1. Press Zoom Button ( ) to highlight Instant Review item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display submenu; or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press Zoom Button (☐) to select 1 second, 3 secs., or 5 secs.. Press the Recording Button (☐) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

LCD brightness Instant Review 1s Memory Volume 3/4 Start-up Logo 1s 1 second 3s 3 secs. 5s 5 secs. 1/1

6.5.13 Memory

Use this function to select data storage location.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press the Menu Button, then switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - Memory - 1

  1. Press the Zoom Button to highlight the Memory item. Press the Recording Button to display the submenu, or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press the Zoom Button to select SD1 or SD2. Press the Recording Button to confirm, or touch the screen to select the item.

LCD brightness 1s Instant Review Memory Volume Logo Start-up Logo 3/4 SD1 SD2 1/1

Note: When inserting an SD card, slot 1 or slot 2 can be selected for storage. If the camera does not have an SD card, the file will be stored in the built-in storage.

6.5.14 Volume

Use this function to adjust the sound volume.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press the Menu Button, then switch to SET Mode.
  2. Press the Zoom Button to highlight the Volume item. Press the Recording Button to display the submenu, or touch the screen to select the item.
  3. Press the Zoom Button to select High, Medium, or Low. Press the Recording Button to confirm, or touch the screen to select the item.

LCD brightness 1s Instant Review Memory Volume 3/4 logo Start-up Logo High Medium Low 1/1

Use this function to set the image that is displayed on the LCD when the digital camcorder is turned on.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press the Menu Button, then switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - Start-up LOGO - 1

  1. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Start-up Logo item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu, or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select Default or User Setting. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm, or touch the screen to select the item.

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  1. Use the "User Setting" to select the image you intend to use as the Start-up Logo. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to select the image you intend to use as the Start-up Logo. Press the Recording Button ( ) to confirm, or touch the screen to select the item.

Hand pointing at a photo frame against a sunset sky, with no visible text or symbols in the main image area.

  1. Turn the camera off and on again. The DV will use the preset image as the Start-up Logo.
  2. If you want to cancel the Start-up Logo of User Setting, please enter the Start-up Logo item and select the Default item. The camera will return to the preset Start-up Logo.

6.5.16 Face Detection

You can use the Face Detection function to automatically detect faces in a scene during a photo shoot.

  1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and press the Menu Button, then switch to SET Mode.

POLAROID iD879 - Face Detection - 1

  1. Press the Zoom Button ( ) to highlight the Face Detection item. Press the Recording Button ( ) to display the submenu, or touch the screen to select the item.
  2. Press the Zoom Button (☐) to select "O" for Yes or "X" for No. Press the Recording Button (☐) to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

Face Detection Yes No 1/1

7 PC and TV Connection

7.1 Connecting to the Computer

As shown in the illustration, use the provided USB cable to connect the Digital Video Camera to a PC for file transmission.

Line drawing of a computer setup with an open case and connected to a tower (no text or symbols)

7.2 Connecting to a Standard TV

As shown in the illustration, use the video cable to connect the Digital Video Camera to a standard TV.

Illustration of a device connected to a TV showing cable and earpliers (no text or symbols)

7.3 Connecting to an HD TV

As shown in the illustration, use the provided HDMI cable to connect the Digital Video Camera to an HD TV for high-resolution picture display.

Note: Some TVs may not recognize this image format (1080p, 30fps). Please confirm the resolution of the connected TV.

8 Installing the Software

  1. Place the attached CD-ROM into the CD player.
  2. If the CD does not run automatically, please use the computer's root menu to locate the Install_CD.exe file in the CD's root menu.

The following screen will be displayed.

ArcSoft TotalMedia Extreme PDF Reader User Manual Exit HIGH DEFINITION DV

  1. Press the Menu item and follow the installation process, following the instructions on screen.

9 Editing Software

ArcSoft 10.12.03.1 - Altprime ArcSoft

ArcSoft Total Media Extreme (TME) ™ manages your media for you and gives you tons of fun and exciting ways to create and share projects featuring your photos, videos, and music files. Edit, enhance, and add creative effects to your photos. You can

  • Create your own movies or photo slideshows complete with soundtrack.
  • Upload your files easily to YouTube™!
  • Or share them through simple email attachments or popular photo printing services.
  • You can go to http://www.arcsoft.com/ for more information.

10 Appendix

Specifications

Image sensor1/3.2 inch. 5 mega pixels CMOS sensor
Effective pixels5 Megapixel (2592X1944)
Storage mediaSupport SD / Micro SD card and SDHC card (32GB)
ISO EquipmentAuto
Color effectNormal / BW / Sepia
Lensf = 5-25 mm; F=3.5-3.7(f = 38-190 mm, 35mm equivalent)
Focus rangeWide: 10cm~InfinityTele: 100cm~ Infinity
Still imageFormat : JPEG (DPOF, EXIF)Resolution: 3MP, 5MP, 8MP (Interpolation), 16M (Interpolation)
ResolutionNTSCPAL
Full HD (1920 x 1080)30fps30fps
Recording method (fps)HD (1280x720)30fps30fps
WVGA (848x480)60fps30fps
WEB (320x240)30fps30fps
Format: H.264 (MOV)
TV outputNTSC/PAL
ZoomOptical Zoom: 5x ; Digital Zoom: 4xStatic image playback: 8x digital zoom (depending
on the size of the image)
AudioSound: ADPCMVideo: MOV
TFT screen3.0" Touch Panel screen
LED FlashlightRange : Below 1.0mDV: On / OffDSC: On / Off
White balanceAuto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent / Tungsten
Exposure-2.0 EV~+2.0 EV (0.5EV / step)
Self-TimerOff, 2 seconds, 10 seconds
InterfaceCamera: USB 2.0 (high-speed)Mass storage high disk: USB 2.0(high-speed), MIC input, HDMI, USB DC IN
ShutterElectronic shutter1/2 ~1/4000 sec
Auto Power OffOff, 3 minutes, 5 minutes
Power SourceNP-60 Lithium battery (1050mAh)
Dimensions110 (L) x 68 (H) x 37 (W) mm
WeightAbout 186g (without battery and SD card)

Troubleshooting

ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Can not turn on the power of Digital Video Camera.1. Batteries are not inserted correctly.2. Batteries are exhausted.1. Please insert batteries correctly.2. Replace the batteries.
Camera shutdown suddenly.1. Power saving mode already activated.2. Battery exhausted.1. Please turn on the power again.2. Replace the batteries.
Pictures are not stored in the memory.Power off before storing the images.Please change to new batteries when the battery indicator turns to red color.
Camera shutdown when using Self-timer shooting picture.Batteries in camera are exhausted.Change new batteries.
Images are out of focusObject exceeds the range of focus.Please take the picture within the focusing range and select normal.
Unable to use the external memory card.1. Memory card is Protected.2. Memory card contains non-DCF images taken by other cameras.1. Unlock the memory card.2. Reformat the memory card. Please make sure to backup the file before reformatting memory card.
All Buttons can not work or camera hangs.Short circuit occurred when connecting the camera to other device.Take out batteries in the camera and re-insert again.

Technical Support

For technical support issues, please visit our website at www.polaroid.com. For further assistance, you can also call our technical support department toll-free at 877-408-0033, or for email support, please contact us at polaroid@sakar.com.

© 2012 All Rights Reserved

Warranty Card

This warranty covers the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable.

This warranty covers products that fail to function properly under normal usage, due to defects in material or workmanship. Your product will be repaired or replaced at no charge for parts or labor for a period of one year.

What Is Not Covered by Warranty

Damages or malfunctions not resulting from defects in material or workmanship and damages or malfunctions from other than normal use, including but not limited to, repair by unauthorized parties, tampering, modification, or accident.

To obtain warranty service and troubleshooting information:

Call 877-408-0033 or visit our website at www.polaroid.com.

To receive warranty service along with the name and address of an authorized product service center, the original consumer purchaser must contact us for problem determination and service procedures. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, evidencing that the product is within the applicable warranty period(s), must be presented in order to obtain the requested service. It is your responsibility to properly package and send any defective products along with a dated copy of proof of purchase, a written explanation of the problem, and a valid return address to the authorized service center at your expense. Do not include any other items or accessories with the defective product. Any products received by the authorized service center that are not covered by warranty will be returned unrepaired.

No warranties, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, other than those expressly described above shall apply. Distributor further disclaims all warranties after the express warranty period stated above. No other express warranty or guaranty given by any person, firm, or entity with respect to the product shall be binding on distributor. Repair, replacement, or refund of the original purchase price - at distributor's sole discretion - are the exclusive remedies of the consumer. In no event will distributor, its manufacturers, or PLR IP Holdings, LLC be liable for any incidental, direct, indirect, special, punitive, or consequential damages (such as, but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, business, savings, data, or records) caused by the use, misuse, or inability to use the product. Except as stated herein, no other warranties shall apply. Notwithstanding the foregoing, consumer's recovery against distributor shall not exceed the purchase price of the product sold by distributor. This warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original consumer who purchased the product and is not transferable.

Some countries, states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on warranties, so limitation or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. Contact your authorized retailer to determine if another warranty applies.

This product is manufactured, distributed and sold by SAKAR International, Inc. Polaroid, Polaroid & Pixel, Made in Polaroid and Polaroid Classic Border Logo are trademarks of PLR IP Holdings, LLC, used under license. All other trademarks are the property of the respective owner, who has not sponsored, endorsed or approved this product. PLR IP Holdings, LLC does not manufacture this product or provide any Manufacturer's Warranty or support.

E-Waste - PLR IP Holdings, LLC, its licensees, affiliates, and Sakar International, Inc. fully supports all electronic waste initiatives. As responsible stewards of the environment, and to avoid violating established laws, you should properly dispose of this product in compliance with all applicable regulations, directives or other governances in the area where you reside. Please check with local authorities or the retailer where you purchased this product to determine a location where you can appropriately dispose of the product.

You may also go to www.polaroid.com and reference Social Responsibility to learn more about the specific laws in your area and to locate a collection facility near your home.

If your electronic device has internal memory on which personal or other confidential data may be stored, you may want to perform a data sanitization process before you dispose of your device to assure another party cannot access your personal data. Data sanitization varies by the type of product and its software, and you may want to research the best sanitization process for your device before disposal. You may also check with your local recycling facility to determine their data sanitization procedures during the recycling process.

This device complies with the 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.

Caution: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Brand : POLAROID

Model : iD879

Category : Camcorder