Kodak Instamatic 804 User manual

KODAK
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                                                                    ,:T:T'T' *:;         8 0 4  i? l l'i.*, x13:1"'# &'L'silli-T;5'1f,                    exposure controls, it provides rangefinder focusing,   CAMERA''n  eutomatic film advance, illuminated finder signals, and
                      automatic flashbulb advance with the new flashcube.
                      Simply do this  . . .
                   o Drop in 126 film cartridge-camera  is loaded
                    o Wind Spring-Power Motor-first exposure is ready
                        r Look through Viewfinder and adjust Rangefinder-
                     camera is focused
                   o Compose picture and press Shutter Release-you've
                       taken the picture
                                                                                                     . . . read on for the details
NOTTCE: Equipment subiect to minor appearance changes.

FILM
Your camera accepts all Kooer             Kooer Vrnrcnnoue Pan Film, VP f26 >
films in the 126 cartridge for instant
camera loading and unloading.
  You can make black-and-white                      Kooecoron-X  Film, CX f26                                              >snapshots, color snapshots, or color
slides, depending on which film type
is loaded in the camera.
                                                         Koolcrnour-X Film, KX f26 >
  NOTE: Storing the camera with the
  motor fully wound does not weaken
  the spring. lf, after a cartridge has                Kooex Errrcxnomr-X Film, D( 125 >  been removed from the camera, the
  shutter release is pressed, the spring
  tension is released. For the spring
  motor to again retain power, a car-
  tridge must be loaded in the camera.
                                        Koorr High Speed Errecxnome Film, EH 126 >

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 For l2 black-and-white snapshots. Standard enlarged
 black-and-white prints from your negatives are 3Vz x
 3r/z inches in size. Bigger enlargements are available.
For l2 or 2O color snapshots. Standard enlarged color
prints are 3Vz x 3Vz inches in size. Color slides, as well         NOTE:
as bigger color enlargements, are also available.            You always obtain color                                                                   negatives from Kooacol-
For 20 color slides. These color pictures on film are         areon-XprimarilyFilm. Thesefor negativesenlarged
framed in 2 x 2-inch mounts, for slide projection.                color prints, but you can                                                             also obtain color slides
                                                           from the negatives. FromFor 20 color slides. Can be processed by the user or by          Kooecnnoue-X, Kooex Exra-
a laboratory. These color pictures on film are framed          cxnoue-X, or High Speed
                                                                                                          ob-in 2 x 2-inch mounts, for showing in slide projectors.            tainExracxnoMecofor slides,Film,readyyou                                                                                                                  tor
                                                                           projection. You can also
For 20 color slides. This extremely fast film is ideal for          have duplicate slides or en-
taking pictures of dimly lighted subjects or fast action.         fromlargedthecolororiginalprintsslides.made
These color pictures on film are framed in 2 x 2-inch
mounts, for slide projection. Can be processed by user
or a laboratory.
Films, processing, printing, and mounting service, can
be obtained from your photo dealer.

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 Open the back of the cam-      With the cover in its per-       Close the back of the cam-
 era by sliding the LOCK but-       pendicular loading position,      era by pressing the back
 ton down to pop open the       place a film cartridge in the      against the body until it
 hinged cover; then swing      camera, as illustrated, with       locks. The film name and
 out the cover, as far as it     the larger cylindrical end     number of exposures per
 will go, until it "click-stops"     down and toward the lock        cartridge appear in the WIN-
 approximately perpendicu-        button.                DOW on the back of the
 lar to the camera. The cover                                     camera. The film speed and
 must be opened to this posi-                                              flash guide number are now
 tion to allow the film car-                                      automatically set. (lf  the
 tridge to automatically set                                motor is wound, the first
 the correct lllm speed.                                           exposure positions itself im-
                                                                         mediately.)
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SHUTTER SETTING
Your camera has four manually
adjustable shutter settings - 60(l/60 sec.), 125,250, and "B" -plus 1/30, which is automatical-
ly selected for flash by inserting
the FusHcuBE in the socket. A
shutter speed of. 1/125 (125) is
recommended for general daylight picturetaking; the faster speed (250) is use-
ful to minimize the effect of subject or camera movement, while the slower
speed (60) can be used for less favorable light conditions.
   If there is not sufficient available light for proper exposure at the slowest
shutter speed (selected automatically; page 9), a red warning srcNAL, usE
FL,ASH, will appear in the viewfinder, as the shg!!g! r&gyg is slightly depressed.+
                                                          the shutter opensIf flash is not appropriate, use the "8" (Brief time) setting -when the shutter release is fully depressed and closes when pressure is removed.
After each "8" exposure the shutter setting moves automatically to 250
*Batteries must be installed, as on page 14, to power the warning signal.

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 (l /25O) and can easily be reset for another "B" exposure. The camera must be
on a solid support, such as a tripod, for these longer exposures.
  To select a shutter setting, rotate the knurled shutter speed DrAL so that the
desired speed number or "B" clicks into place opposite the speed rNDEx.
AUTOMATIC DAYLIGHT EXPOSURE CONTROL
The size of the lens opening is automatically controlled by the
amount of light reflected to the ELEcrRrc EyE by the scene.
Make sure that the electric eye is not obstructed during picture-
taking by the fingers or any other object, and that the camera is
not pointed directly toward the sun or other unusually bright
light source.
   In weak light, when the lens opening has reached its largest
opening  (f 12.8) the shutter, regardless of the dial setting, auto-
matically begins to reduce speed (except at "B") to give the cor-
rect exposure, as far as I l30, if necessary. A red warning srcNAL, usE FLASH,
will appear, as the shutter release is slightly depressed, in the right side of the
luminous frame of the viewfinder,  il there is insufficient light for a properly
exposed picture - this indicates use of either flash or a "B" exposure. Underthese lowJight conditions, judge "B" exposure times on the basis of. t/2.8.

Unusual Situations: Because the electric eye reads the over-all brightness of a
    scene, better results sometimes can be obtained by altering the exposure when
   there is considerable brightness difference between the subject and the back-
   ground. If you wish to give one stop more exposure for a dark subject against
   a larger light background, rotate and hold the knurled covpBNsAToR as far as
     it will go toward the plus (f) sign while taking the picture; for a light subject
   against a larger dark background, you can give one stop less exposure by rotat-
   ing and holding the covrpENsAToR as far as it will go toward the minus (-)
    sign, during exposure. The compensator resets to normal when released. This
   exposure compensator can also be used with flash to give on6 stop more expo-
   sure for a dark subject, or one stop less for a light subject.
      Also, in daylight pictures, when severe brightness differences occur between
   the subject and the background and'it is possible to get close to the sub ject,
   you can exclude the background by moving up to a place where only the sub-
    ject fills the finder. Then press down the shutter release, shown, page 13, about
    r/q of the way (not far enough to release the shutter), continue to hold the
   release in this position to maintain the close-up exposure setting; then step
   back, aim, and press the release down fully to take the picture.

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I                           VIEWING AND FOCUSING
                           Hold the camera close to your eye with the eye cen-I                                  tered on the rear eyepiece so that the complete lumi-
                              nous viewframe is visible. The image seen within this
                              viewframe will be included in the picture, except at
                                    short camera-to-subject distances.* The two indicators
                                (one on each side) near the top of the frame, and the
                          one at the lower left, provide parallax correction at
                                 a subject distance of about 5 feet. Therefore, when the
                                  subject is at about this distance, aim the camera so
                                   that the subject image is within this smaller area, as
                                 outlined by the dotted lines in the illustration at left.
I                                  advantageNOTE: Sincein theholdingpicturetheareacamerais square,vertically.there will be no format
                                      tRangefinder and scale-focus distances are figured to the film
                                      plane marker (+l   on the top of the camera. Use this point                                                              if measuring for close distances.

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Rangefinder Focusing-As you look through the view-
Top lllustration: Dou-     finder, you will also notice a circular area in the center
ble image in range-                     of the field of view-this is the rangefinder field. Untilfinder indicates out-of-focus subject.         the camera is focused for the correct camera-to-subject
Lower lllustration:     distance, this field shows a double image of the subject.
Single rangefinder   To set the distance correctly, rotate the reNs MouNT,image means camera
is properly focused.    by its convenient knob, until the outlines of the double
                  image move together and coincide, so that only one
                   image is visible. The lens is now properly focused.
                     Scale Focusing-You can also focus by turning the lens
                 mount until the figure representing the camera-to-sub-
                        ject distance in feet (or symbol for closn-uP, cRouP,
                     or scENe) is opposite the focusing MARK.
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DAYLIGHT PICTURES
o Set the shutter speed. For general picturetaking, the
  shutter-speed setting may be left at 125.
o Focus the camera for the camera-to-subject distance
 by using the rangefinder, symbols, or the footage
  scale on the lens mount.
o View the subject, as illustrated, with your eye close
  to the rear opening of the viewfinder so that the sub-
  ject is franred by the luminous viewfinder.  If , as the
  shutter release is slightly depressed, the red warning
  signal appears in the right side of the viewframe,
  there's not suffic'ient ligltt lor proper exposure. How-
  ever, flash can be used for close subjects or a "8"
  exposure for a still subject.
o Hold the camera steady and take the picture by slow-
  ly pressing the sHurrER RELEASe all the way down.
o With the spring motor wound, film advances auto-
  matically to the next frame when pressure is re-
  moved from the shutter release.

FLASH PICTURES
   Your camera features easy, rapid flash picturetaking with the new rotating
    flashcube, and automatic flash control-the correct lens opening is automati-
    cally set as yqu focus for the camera-to-subject  distance. The rotating flash-
   cube incorporates 4 blue bulbs (for all films), reflectors and flashguards.
   o For color slides, use Kooex ErrecnnovE-X, High Speed ErrncHRoME, or
     Kooecnnorvrc-X Film.
   o For color prints, use Kooecolon-X Film.
   o For black-and-white prints, use Koonr VenrcHnove Pan Film.
                    Batteries: Two lresh photoflash or flashlight, N-size, batteries
               are required to power the flash and finder signals.'r Before
                      installing, clean battery contacts with a rough cloth. To install
                     batteries. first open the battery compartment on the bottom of
                  the camera, as shown, by inserting the thumbnail in the notch,
                  pressing in the direction of the arrow, and swinging open the
                hinged covER. Insert the batteries-one base down' the other
                base up-as illustrated. Close the cover securely.
    *Flash failure usually results from tarnish (often invisible) on battery and camera con-
      tacts. Clean battery and battery-compartment  cover contacts often with a rough cloth.
14  Clean recessed contacts in battery compartment often by rotating a pencil eraser several     times against the contacts. If flash failure persists after cleaning, install fresh batteries.

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        FLASH CU B E     TAKING FLASH PICTURES
                   o Insert Flashcube-Fit thc hollou stcnr on thc busc of
                        thc llashcrrbc orer thc ccntcr htrh ol'thc sockct on the
                                     tc-rp ol lhc cunrcrlr. so tlurt thc -l w'irrqs ol'thc llushcubc
                          stcnr cntcr thc cross uround thc sockct hub: lhcn prcss
                         clorvn thc llashctrbc rrntil it snap-locks in pllcc rvith
                     onc of its 1'orrr sitlcs l'acins l'orwurtl in its rlctcnt (click-
                       stop) posilion. ll'a  frcsh btrlb is in thc frontitl firing
                          position.  lr FLASH READv sr(iN.\r. trppcars in thc lcl't sidc
                      of the vicrvl'rarne  u.s tlte slrttlte'r relca.sc i.s.sliglrtlv de-
                            pre.ssed. Abscncc ol' this sienal indicates that thc cubc
                           is not dctcntcrl in its frontal firing 1.rc-rsition or that a
                                                  rr.r'c,r/ bulb is in thc forwarrl position. Also. a clint signal
                    or no signal can inclicate that hatterics shotrlrl be
                        chccketl ancl possihlv rcplaccd. Thc usE FLASH signal
may or may not appear. clepcnding on thc ilnrount of illunrination prcsent.
  The cube revolves':'one quarter turn (clockwise) each tinre the filnr uclvances
to the next exposure. thus provicling flash for 4 exposures it' a lre.sh cuhc is irt
place.lf a partiallv usecl cube is in place. a fresh bulb nrust face forwarcl: if a
'rlMI'ORTANT: Do not obstruct rotation of thc llashcubc.
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second fresh bulb is facing toward the rrBcroR button,  it will rotate into posi-
tion as film is advanced. The cube can also be rotated by hand to bring any
fresh bulb to its frontal firing position.
  Press down the e.rncron button (shown, page 15) to remove a flashcube.
o Set Distance-Rotate the lens mount until the two rangefinder images coin-
cide, or until the figure representing the camera-to-subject  distance in feet is
opposite the focusing mark. Distance limit, 25 feet for flash.
o View Subiect-Look through the eyepiece and compose the picture within the
luminous viewframe of the viewfinder.
o Take Picture-Hold the camera steady and slowly press the shutter release to
flash the bulb and take the picture.
AUTOMATIC FILL.IN FLASH
When flash is used in combination with available light (fill-in flash) the elec-
tric eye determines the lens opening on the basis of available light at | 130
second, and the flash exposure control determines the lens opening on the
basis of the distance setting in the 3 to 25 foot range. The smaller of the two
openings is automatically set when taking the picture. At short subject dis-
tances or relatively low available light levels, fill-in flash will produce better
lighted pictures, especially of side- or back-lighted subjects.

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     PHOTO AIDS
     You can extend your picturetaking scope and enjoyment with the photo aids
       described below. See your Kodak dealer for these and others
       Kooex lrsremrnc Field Gase, Model F-This attractively lined, molded case will provide
     maximum camera protection. The special design permits instant picturetaking, load-
       ing and unloading without removing the camera from its case. A Kooer tlJremrrrc
       Gompartment Gase is available for carrying camera, film, bulbs, filters, etc.
       Kooex Lens Attachments-A removable ring is provided on the front of the lens mount
       of your camera to retain a Series 5 filter or other useful lens attachment.
        Merely unscrew,the ring on the front of the lens mount, insert a filter or other
        lens attachment; then screw the ring in place to hold the accessory.
       Kooex Flashcube Extender-Increases the distance between the lens and the flashcube
       to produce more pleasing modeling qnd shadow effects in close-ups.
       Kooex Proiectors-A Koorx Projector will show your color slides big, bright, and
       sharp on the screen. Ask your dealer to see the revolutionary, fully-automatii Koper
      Cenouspr Proiector. Features round, 80-slide trays that change as quickly and easily
       as a hi-fi record. Other features include remote focus, remote forward slide changC,
       remote reverse, instant editing and 500-watt power.

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CARE OF THE CAMERA                        GUARANTEE
 Your Koonx Irusrnr'aetIc is a         Within a yeat after purchase, any repairs                                              necessary to this Kooex lxsreulnc Camera  fine, ruggedly built camera, but                                     due to a defect in materials or workman-  yet a precision instrument. Pro-           ship will be made or, at our option, the cam-
  tect it from dust and dirt and          era will be replaced without charge. No other
  avoid rough handling. Use a rub-          warranty or guarantee, express or implied,
  ber syringe to blow out any dust            shall be applicable to this equipment. Nor are                                     we responsible for loss of film, for other ex-
  that may accumulate inside the         penses or inconveniences, or for any conse-
 camera. If the lens needs clean-           quential damages occasioned by the equip-
  ing, first brush or blow away any           ment.                                               In case of a defect, the camera can be  grit or dust, then wipe the surface                                              sent directly or through a Kodak dealer to
  gently with Koonr Lens Cleaning         Eastman Kodak Company or a repair firm  Paper. If necessary, use Koonr          authorized by us to make such repairs.* lt
 Lens Cleaner.                             should be accompanied by a description of
  Do not attempt to make any          the trouble encountered and other available                                                 information regarding the camera, including
  repairs or remove any parts from          the date and place of purchase.
 the shutter, lens, or camera.         +Kodak service facilities, with addresses, are
  Never oil the shutter or any other           described on the following page.
  parts of the camera.                    EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY                                                 Rochester, New York Itl65O
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                         SERVICE FACILITIES
lf your Kodak camera should    Eastman Kodak Gompany      Eastman Kodak Comp4ny
require attention, complete    Apparatus Service             Apparatus Service
service facilities are provided    800 Lee Road               3250 Van Ness Avenue
at Rochester and in Kodak     Rochester, New York 14650    San Francisco, California 94119
Regional Sales Divisions at
the addresses opposite. Also,    Eastman Kodak Company      Eastman Kodak Company
service covered under the    Apparatus Service             Apparatus Service
guarantee is  available    1901 West 22nd Street        1334 York Avenue
through independent service    Oak Brook, lllinois 60523     New York. New York 10021
shops in many cities. For    Eastman Kodak Company      Eastman Kodak Companysuch local, guarantee-covered                                                                                Service                                               Service                                                            Apparatusservice, please see your    Apparatus                                                                     Road                            6300 Cedar                                            Springs Road                                                   808 Rivera
Kodak dealer or refer to the      Daf fas, Texas 75235             Whittier, California 90606yellow pages of your tele-
phone directory under Photo-    Eastman Kodak Company      Eastman Kodak Company
graphic Equipment and Sup-     Apparatus Service             Apparatus Service
plies-Factory Approved War-    5315 Peachtree              1065 Kapiolani Blvd.
ranty Service.                       lndustrial Blvd.                 Honolulu, Hawaii96807
                               Chamblee, Georgia 30005


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DETAILS
Film                                           Automatic Daylight Exposure Control
 r Film Size-KODAK No. 126 film cartridge;       o"Film speed is set arutomatically by film
   12- or 20-exposure.                                   cartridge (ASA 25 to 800).
o Negative Size-28 x 28mm.                a Lens openings set automatically by
Lens-38mm, l/2.8 KODAK EKTANAR                  electric eye.
a Lens Openings-f,/2.8 through t/64.          o Autornatic shutter control reduces speed
o Lens Attachments-Series  5. Ring                   after maximum lens opening is reached.
   supplied.                                               Automatic Flash Control
Shutter-Automatically  set                   o Guide number is set automatically by filmr Speeds-l /5O, l/l?5, l/25O; also 1/30,             cartridge (4O to 228).
   set by exposurs cor'!,ro, and for flash. Also     o Built-in socket for 4-bulb flashcuue.
  "8" for brief time exposures.                a Correct lens opening is set by focusing.
Focusing and Viewing                                  r Flash shutter speed (1/30 sec.) is set
o llangefinder-Superi mposed-image type,            automatically by inserting flashcube.  combined with viewfinder.                 a Uses 2 N-size manganese alkaline
o Viewfinder-Optical, projected viewframe-           batteries.
  type with parallax marks for 5 feet.             Other F:atures. Focusing Range-3 ft to infinity.o llluminated signals for !nsufficient light        o Instant Loading and Unloading.  and flash readiness.                      a Exposure Compensation.                                       o Tripod Socket.
Automatic Film Advance                                                      ,             o Eyelets for neckstrap (supplied).
o Spring motor advances film-20 expo.         o Die-cast metal body; black and satin
  sures, plus leader and trailer.                 chrome finish.
       EASTMAN KODAK GOMPANY  . Rochester,NewYork f4650
Pr. No. 63044
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