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Kodak disk 3600 User manual
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- Kodak
- Model / document
- Kodak disk 3600
- Document type
- User manual
- Language
- English
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- 8
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- 3.0 MB
- Category
- Film cameras
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How To Use the
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BATTERIES
This disc camera uses two AA-size alkaline
batteries. (Use only alkallne batteries. Check the
battery case for the word "alkaline.") The camera
ELECTRONIC FLASH will not operate without batteries or with improperly
installed batteries.
To install the batteries:
1. Grasp the battery+ompartment door by the
VIEWFINDER recess on its right side and open.
2. Insert the batteries and match the " * " and " - "
terminals to those in the battery compartment.
LENS (See decal in compartment.) Close the battery
door.
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
DOOR (open)
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SHUTTER RELEASE
COVER/HANDLE
(open)
COVER/HANDLE LATCH
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
DOOR
When the flash-ready light takes an extended
time to blink, or when the film disc does not
advance, replace both batteries with tresh alkaline
batteries. To save battery-charging time, you may
want to clean the contacts or change both batteries
when the ready light begins to take 15 seconds. Use Equlpment sublect lo mlnor appearance changes.
a pencil eraser or clean, dry, rough cloth to remove
residue from battery terminals and compartment
Baslc Operatlon contacts. Do NOT use water or sandpaper. To prevent battery draln and to protect and keep
1. With oovER/HANDLE closed, open BATTERv- the picture-taking lens clean, keep the cover/handle
coMpARTMENT ooon and insert batteries. closed when the camera is not in use.
2. Load film disc. Remove the batteries when you store the camera
3. Open cover/handle. for an extended period.
4. Gompose your picture in the vrailrrNoen.
5. Alterthe FLAsH-READv uaxr blinks, hold the LOADING THE FILM
camera steady and genlly squeeze the The rtu-oooR LEVER latches and unlatches the rtur
SHUTTER RELEASE. ooon, and opens and closes the light seal on the
6. Unload the film disc after you have exposed film disc.
15 pictures. 1. Fully raise the film-door lever to pop open the
film door.
WRIST STRAP
Insert the shorter looped end of the wrist strap
behind the wnrsr-srRAp posr; then pass the longer FILM-DOOR LEVER
end through the shorter loop and pull the strap
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Vertical. CORRECT WRONG
When you take vertlcal pictures, hold the2. Insert a film disc into the camera. camera with the llash at the top. This produces
3. Be sure fo close the lllm door belore you lower more normal shadows on the subject and helps
the door lever, or you can fog some fllm framea. keep your fingers away from the flash.
To close the film door, squeeze it at the center
and fully lower the door lever until the door 4. Wait for the flash-ready light to blink; then gently
latches. squeeze the sHunen RELEASE to take the pictures.
The camera will flash every time unless you
choose to defeat the flash.
The film disc automatically advances to the
next frame. See the exposure counter on the
camera back. Walt lor the flash-ready llght to
bllnk belore taklng another plcture.
5. When you have finished taking pictures, close
the cover/handle to protect the lens and to
prevent accidentally pressing the shutter release.
FLASH4. When you lower the film-door lever, the film disc
advances to "1" in the exposuRE couNrER. The built-in flash in your disc camera will fire every
We do not recommend that you remove a film time, after the flash-ready light blinks. This feature
disc until all 15 frames are exposed. When you will help keep your subject well lighted in shade or
.re_move and reinsert a partially exposed film shadows.
disc, the disc skips to the next film frame number
in the exposure counter. Thus a blank frame
results and you lose the ability to take one
picture on a reinserted film disc.
TAKING PICTURES
1. Depress and pull the covenrHRNDLE LArcH to open In dimly lighted places-in living rooms, and the cover and to turn on the built-in flash. When outdoors in deep shade or at night-the flash the flash-ready light blinks, the flash is charged distance range is approximately 4 to 20 feet. for picture-taking. In bright scenes outdoors, you can take pictures The ready light blinks in 4 to 8 seconds with at virtually any distance beyond 4 feet. fresh batteries. This takes longer as the batteries Frame a picture at an angle from shiny objects become weaker. like windows or mirrors, animal-cage bars, fences,
2. BeBe suresure yourvour subjectsubiect isis atat leastleast 44 feetfeet fromfrom thethe or reflective walls. Light from the flash can reflect
from shiny surfaces and make a bright spot on your
subject.
Roll down and hold the ruRsx-oeFEAr swtrcH with your Horizontal. CORRECT thumb untll the llash-ready lighl goes out. Continue
to hold the switch and depress the shutter release
3. Hold the camera firmly by the cover/handle as at the same time. Use the flash-defeat switch to
shown. Be sure not to obstruct the rcrus and rlnsn prevent unwanted reflections in well-lighted outdoor
with your fingers, the wrist strap, or anything scenes taken through a closed window, or use it in
else. f lash-restricted areas.View original page 4Page 5 · Read text
Minimizing Eye Reflections CAMERA CARE
When you take flash pictures, people's eyes Keep the cover/handle closed when not in use lo
sometimes appear red. The red is produced by prevent batlery draln, to protect and keep the
reflections from the retina of the eye. This effect is picture{aking lens clean, and to prevent an
especially noticeable when your sub.iect is young, unwanted exposure. Always protect your camera
has a light complexion, or has blue eyes-also from sand and dirt.
when your subject is in a dimly lighted place. You
can minimize these reflections by (1) turning on
additional room lights, and (2) having your subject
look directly at one of the room lights. This causes
the pupils of the eyes to contract, reducing the
reflections.
UNLOADING
The automatic motorized film advance rotates the
film disc from one frame to the next. The film disc
automatically stops at "X" after the 15th exposure. Back ol camera-film door open.
Blow any dirt away from the exposed surfaces of
the picture-taking and viewfinder lenses. Breathe a
mist onto the lens; or moisten a cotton swab or soft,
clean, lintless cloth with just a drop of lens cleaner 15Th@@EXPOSURE FULLY EXPOSED like KODAK Lens Cleaner. Then lightly wipe the
READY TO TAKE FILM OISC lens.
CAUTION: Never wipe or rub a dry lens. Do1. When unloading the film disc, it is best to close not use solvents or solutions not made for the cover/handle. cleaning camera lenses. Ghemically treated
2. Fuf fy raise the film-door lever and keep it open tissue or solutions intended for eyeglasses
to avoid fogging the film. can damage the coating on your camera
3. Next open the film door and remove the exposed lens.
film disc. When the flash is weak or inoperative, first clean
4. Close the film door and fully lower the filmdoor the battery terminals and compartment contacts
lever. vvith a pencil eraser or a clean, dry, rough cloth. Do
/YOI use water or sandpaper.
PHOTO TIPS
o Keep your camera steady. Stand still and grip the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
camera firmly with both hands while holding your Fllm Advance Automatic-motorized
elbows close to your body. Gently squeeze the Lens 15 mm f/4.0 3-element glass; fixed- shutter release.
o Take close-ups of your subjects when possible. focus, 4 feet (1.2 metres) to infinity.
Move in to a distance ol 4 feet and fill the frame Fllm KODACOLORVR Disc Film, ISO 200.
with subjects such as people and pets. Flash Afrer flash-ready light blinks,
o Take pictures at your subjects' level (lower for electronic llash every ti me-turned
children and pets, for example). on and otf by cover/handle.
o Keep it simple. Have one center of interest and Flash-ready light-recycles in 4 to
avoid cluttered backgrounds. 8 seconds with fresh batteries.. Keep your subjects busy. Have them do Flash-defeat switch something natural rather than stand stitfly staring
at the camera. Flash range 4 feet to 20 feet (1.2 to
o Keep your fingers away from the flash. lf your 6 metres) or beyond if scenes are
fingers block the flash, the light can't reach your brightly lighted.
subject, and your prints may be too dark. Erposure Fixed, 114.0 at 1/300 second
o Indoors, place your subjects as far away from Shutter release blocked with
walls as possible. Subjects close to walls will cover/handle closed.
cast dark shadows on the wall.
o Hold the camera so that the flash is at the top Energy Source 2 AA-size alkallne batteries-Load from front.
when you take vertical pictures. Shadows will
Fresh. tested batteries should appear above the subject when the flash is at the provide enough power to expose bottom.
o To minimize shadows around your subject, turn approximately 25 film discs-
without exceeding a flash-recycle on extra room lights.
o Use fresh film, keep it cool, and process it as time of 30 seconds, depending on
normal conditions of camera use. soon as possible after exposure.
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SERVICE FOR YOUR CAMERA FULL THREE.YEAR WARRANW
\UARNING: Do not disassemble or attempt to WARRANTY TIME PERIOD
repair this camera. The voltages associated The KODAK Disc 3600 Camera is warranted by
with the energy source in this camera can, Kodak to function properly for three years from the
under certain conditions, present a shock date of purchase. This warranty covers the
hazard. purchaser of the camera and anyone else who
lf you have questions about your camera or have owns it during the warranty period.
difficulty in using it, carefully reread the section of WARRANTY COVERAGE
this manual that pertains to the questions you have. lf the camera does not function properly within theESPECIALLY be sure to check the Troubleshooting warranty period, Kodak will repair it without charge.Guide in the previous section. Since many cameras lf Kodak is unable to repair it, the option of that are returned for repair do not need service, replacement or refund of the purchase price will beplease carefully review this information. available. lf you have a difficulty that isn't covered in the
Troubleshooting Guide: HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
Take your camera, the disc you were using, and For assistance in using this camera, contact a
any sample prints that show the problem to your dealer in Kodak oroducts. For service on this
photo dealer. camera, return it through a dealer in Kodak
OR products or to one of the Kodak Equipment Service
Centers. Enclosing a note with the camera giving Send a letter describing the problem to: details of the problem and date of purchase will
Eastman Kodak Company help Kodak return the camera promptly.
Photo Information
Department 841 LIMITATIONS
Rochester, New York 14650 This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond
Do not send your camera to this address. Please Kodak's control, nor problems caused by failure to
enclose the problem disc and prints with your letter follow the care and operating instructions in the
to help us in answering your questions, and be sure manual.
to specify the model of your camera. We'll give you Kodak makes no other express warranty for thls
help and return your disc and prints. camera.
lf your camera requires repail you may send it Repair and the option of replacement or refund, in
through your photo dealer or directly to one of our the event that Kodak is unable to repair the camera,
Service Centers, listed on the next panel. See the are Kodak's only obligations. Kodak will not be
warranty, next panel. responsible lor any consequenlial or incidental
damages resulting lrom the sale or use of this
Packing lnstructions camera, even if loss or damage is caused by the
1. Include a note with your camera giving all negligence or other fault ol Kodak.
details: date and place of purchase and a YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW
description of the problem, as well as the disc
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation and sample prints. lf possible, include a
of incidental or consequential damages, so the telephone number where you can be reached
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
2. Place the camera in a plastic bag to keep out dirt you may also have other rights which vary from and packing material. state to state.
3. Use a sturdy carton that is large enough for you
to surround the camera completely with packing
material such as crumpled newspaper. SERVICE CENTERS
4. Securely fasten the carton with tape. Clearly lf your Kodak camera should require service,
write the address of the Service Center and your complete facilities are provided at these Kodak
name on the top and bottom of the carton. Equipment Service Centers. For fastest service,
send your camera to the Service Center nearest
5. Mail the carton to one of the Kodak Equipment you.
Service Centers. lt's a good idea to insure the
camera for replacement value. 12100 Rivera Road, Whittier, California 90606
5315 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Chamblee, Georgia 30341
1901 West 22nd Street, Oak Brook, lllinois 60521
800 Lee Road, Rochester, New York 14650
Campo Rico Ave. and 246th Street, Country Club,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00630
2800 Forest Lane, Dallas, Texas 75234
3500 Eglinton Ave W Toronto, Ont, M6M 1V3 Canada :View original page 7Page 8 · Read text
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Your new KODAK Disc 3600 Camera
makes picture-taking easy.
Your KODAK Disc 3600 Camera with motorized film
advance lets you take pictures almost anywhere, in
almost any kind of light. After the flash-ready light
bf inks, the built-in flash fires every time-to
produce well-lighted subjects up to 20 feet away.
You can take pictures at virtually any distance
outdoors in daylight beyond 4 feet.
This booklet will help you to take good pictures.
Before )/ou use your came!'a, please read these
instructions, and then follow them closely. lf you
have questions about your camera, write to
Eastman Kodak Company, Photo Information,
Department 841, Rochester, New York 14650. The
warranty and instructions for obtaining service are
included in this booklet.
Slore your camera and fllm away from heat and
dlrect eunllght-nol ln the lrunk, on the rear-
wlndow shelf, or In any olher hol epol In a car.
Belore you lake any especlally lmportant plclures,
liake gome lest plclures and have lhe dlgc
processed. Thls wlll let you check your camera and
your operallon of lt. Take plclures ouldoorg ae well
as Indoors wlth llagh.
@Eastman Kodak Company, 1985View original page 8From the M. Butkus archive. Original publisher and archive notices are retained.
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