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Kodak Instamatic X90 User manual
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Kodak Instamatic Insert exposu re-control X.9o Gamera Your Kooer INsrerultrc X-90 Camera is one of the most distinguished members of the newly designed Koner lxsrer"rerrc Camera family that uses the new self-powered Magicube, Type X, for flash pictures. In addition to its instantload- ing feature, fine f 12.8 Kooer Exun Lens, day- light exposure control (battery-powered cad- Drop in 126 tilm cartridge-mium sulfide cell), and automatic flash exposure camera is loaded.control, it provides rangefinder focusing, auto- matic film advance, illuminated viewfinder sig- nals, and automatic flashbulb advance with the Magicube, Type X.View original page 2
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tor-first exposure is camera is focused. Compose picture and press Shut-
ready. ter Release-you've taken the picture.
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IMPORTANT SUPPLEMENT for
KODAK INSTAMATIC X-90 Camera Manuals
HELPFUL HINTS FOR BETTER PICTURES-Taking pictures with your camera is fun and easy.
We believe you'll be happy with the many fine pictures it turns out for you. lf, occasionally, one
of your pictures is not all that you expected, consult the chart below. When you know what went
wrong, you can make sure it won't happen again.
WHAT HAPPENED PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Daylight pictures too dark. USE FI-ASH signal (for insuf- Observe USE FI-ASH signal
ficient light) not observed. (pages 9 and lO of manual).
Daylight pictures too light. (a) Electric eye obstructed (a) Make sure that a finger
during picture-taking. or other object does not
obstruct electric eye (page
lO of manual).
(b) Battery weak, dead, im- (b) Test battery, clean, and
properly installed or needs properly re-install. Re-
cleaning. place with fresh battery if
necessary (page I of
manual).
Close-up subject too dark, Severe brightness (lighting) Get close to subject (if possi-background too light or vice d ifference between foreground ble) and "trap" exposure,versa. and background. (described under Unusual Situations, page l0 of man-
ual). Also see Automatic Fill-
in Flash, page 16 of manual.View original page 5Page 6 · Read text
WHAT HAPPENED PROBABLE CAUSE www.butkus.usCORRECTION
Flash subject too dark or too Rangefinder distance not Set rangefinder (distance
light. properly set (proper distance scate) correctly. See Set Dis'
setting automatically sets tance, page 16 of manual.
correct lens opening).
Pictures blurred. (a) Rangefinder not proPerly (a) Set rangefinder correctlY
set for distance. (page 12 of manual).
(b) Camera movement. (b) Hold camera steady; de' press shutter release
slowly.
(c) Subiect movement. (c) Use fast shutter sPeed and see page 9 of man'
ual.
Subject not centered or Part- lmproper use of viewfinder. View the subject within thely cut off in picture. luminous viewframe excePt at close distances. At 5 feet
and closer use indicators in
viewfinder (page 11 of man'
ual).
Foggy, misty pictures. Dirty camera lens. Clean lens periodically with clean lintless cloth or Kodak
Lens Cleaning PaPer.
Gonsumer Markets Division Rochester, N. Y. 14650
Pt. No. 533127, l-71-BX-R Printed in the Unitsd Stltes of AmericrView original page 6Page 7 · Read text
FILM
Your camera accepts all Kodak films in the 126 cartridge for instant camera
loading and unloading.
You can make black-and-white snapshots, color snapshots, or color slides.
Snapshots are handy to carry, mail, and mount in albums. Slides are brilliant,
compact, and good for showing to large groups. Select the film that provides
the type of picture you want.
Type of Film Produces No. of Processing Picture Exposures
Mailer
Black- Koolx 3Yz x 3/2-inch Order from photo
and-White VenrcxnouE black-and-white prints t2 None reta i ler Prints Pan or enlargements
3Vz x 3/2-inch t2 DPI2 Color Order from retailer prints Kooacolon-X color or or Prints enlargements* 20 DP2O.3S or purchase Kooax
Koolcxnome-X Color slides, in 20 Prepaid Processing
Color Exrncxnoue-X 2 x 2-inch cardboard 20 Mailer from retailer.
Slides High Speed mounts for projection PK2O Proper mailer num-
Exrecrnoue$ or viewingf 20 bers shown at left.f
rColor slides are also available from your Koorcor-on-X negatives.
tDuplicate slides or enlarged color prints can be made from your original slides.
lExtremely fast film. ldeal for daylight pictures of dimly lighted subjects.
4 tColor films will be processed and mailed to the address you specify.View original page 7Page 9 · Read text
TOADING
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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 locx but- pendicular loading position, era by pressing the back
ton down to pop open the place a film cartridge in the against the body unti! 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 for
will go, approximately per- down and toward the lock that cartridge appear in the
pendicular to the camera. button. wrNDow on the back of the
camera. The film speed and
flash guide number are now NOTE: Storing the camera with the motor fully wound automatically set. (lf the does not weaken the spring. lf you press the shutter re- motor is wound, the first lease after a cartridge has been removed from the camera, exposure positions itself im-
the spring tension is released. For the spring motor to mediately.) regain power, a cartridge must be loaded in the camera.View original page 9Page 10 · Read text
www.butkus.usUNLOADING
1. After the last picture, the yel-
low paper will automatically move
past the window, provided the
spring motor has been wound
sufficiently. lf not, an "X" will
show in the window. Before you
I open the back of the camera,
I draw out the winding tape a few
strokes to advance the yellow
paper beyond the window. Never
remove the cartridge from the
4 camera until all the yellow paper,
with the "Xs," has passed the
To wind the film-advance motor, raise the black puLL-rAB and draw window; othenvise several expo-
the winding tape straight out (as above); then, while still grasping sures will be "light-fogged."the tab, allow the tape to return-repeat until the motor is fullywound (about 7 full strokes or until locked.)* This windup posi- 2. Slide down the lock button;
tions film for the first exposure and provides power to advance the open the back.
film automatically for subsequent exposures. lf an arrow shows in 3. Turn the camera over to al-
the window, the first exposure hasn't been reached, indicating in- low the cartridge to fall into your
sufficient windup. hand. Close the back. Do not
The number that appears in the center of the window on the open the cartridge-your pictures
back of the camera (shown above, right) serves as your exposure may be ruined.
couNrER. The same number may appear in duplicate. NOTE: Removing and replacing
partially-exposed cartridges, even winding, make sure"'After the pull-tab is fully seated in its recess; in a darkroom, may result in loss otherwise, advance. film will not of one or more exposures.
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INSTALLING THE BATTERY
lnstall the battery before you take any pictures. Install one 3-volt, PX-30, alkaline
battery, such as the one supplied with the camera, to power the daylight expo-
sure-control and warning signals. Do this as follows: First, clean battery contact
surfaces with a rough cloth. Rotate the battery compartment lercn clockwise;
the nnrreRy cLIp will spring out so that it can be withdrawn for loading. As
shown in the illustration, insert the battery, positive
BATTERY CLIP (I) side up, into the clip as far as it will go. Replace
the loaded clip in its compartment, plus (*) side up,
as shown; then hold the clip all the way in while ro-
tating the rercn counterclockwise to its horizontal, qbq
t lock position. Test the battery, as below. BATTERY TESTING-A built-in battery tester permits you to period.
ically check the present condition of your battery for exposure-con-
trol purposes. Merely press the rEsr Burror on the front of the cam-
, era; if battery condition is satisfactory, a green light appears in the rEsr wilDow. lf not, clean batteries (as above), re-install (properly
positioned), test, and, if necessary, replace with a fresh battery.
IMPORTANT-Because bright light actuating the electric eye causes
a slow battery drain, battery life can be greatly extended by storing
the camera in a dark place, or in the field case described on page 17.
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www.butkus.usSHUTTER SETTING Your camera has four manually adjustable shutter settings-60, 125,250 (indicating fractions of a second, such as 1/60 second), and "B"-plus 1/40, which is au- tomatically selected for flash when you insert a Magicube in the socket. A shutter speed of. 11125 (125) is recommended for general daylight picture-taking; the faster speed (250) is use- ful to minimize the effect of subject or camera movement, and the slower speed (60) can be used for less favorable light conditions. To select a shutter setting, rotate the knurled shutter speed DIAL so that the desired speed number or "B" clicks into place opposite the speed INDEx. If there is not sufficient available light for proper exposure at the slowest shutter speed (ll30, selected automatically; page 10), as the shutter release is slightly depressed a red warning srcNAL, usE FLASH, will appear in the view- finder. If flash is not appropriate, use the "B" (Brief time) setting-the shutter opens when the shutter release is fully depressed and closes when pressure is removed. After each "B" exposure, the shutter setting moves automatically to t6B"250 (l l25O) and can easily be reset for another exposure. The camera must be on a solid support, such as a tripod, for these longer exposures.View original page 12
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AUTOMATIC DAYLIGHT EXPOSURE CONTROL
The size of the lens opening is automatically controlled by the SIGNAL
amount of light reflected to the ELEcrRrc EyE (shown, page 9)
by the scene. Make sure that the electric eye is not obstucted
during picture-taking by the fingers or any other object. \,
In weak light, when the lens opening has reached its largest
opening (112.8), 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 l/30 if necessary. If there is not enough light for a
properly exposed picture, a red srcNeL, usE FLAsH, will appear in the right side
of the viewfinder as the shutter release is slightly depressed. This indicates use
of either flash or a "B" exposure. Under these lowJight conditions, judge "8"
exposure times on the basis of 112.8.
Unusual Situations: When severe brightness differences occur between the sub-
ject and the background and it is possible to get close to the subject, you will
get more accurately exposed pictures if you move close enough to your subject
so that the background doesn't appear in the viewfinder. Then press down the
shutter release (shown, page 13) aboutVq of the way (not far enough to release
the shutter) and 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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www.butkus.us VIEWING AND FOCUSING
Hold the camera close to your eye with your eye cen-
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 viewfinder 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 the left.
NOTE: Since the picture area is square, there will be no format
advantage in holding the camera vertically.
+Rangefinder and scale-focus distances are figured to the film- plane marker on (O) the top of the camera. Use this pointI measuring close if for distances.
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Rangefinder Focusing-As you look through the view-
Top lllu3tration: Dou. finder, you will also notice a circular area in the centerble image in range.finder indicates out- of the field of view-this is the rangefinder field. Until
of-focus subject, the camera is focused for the correct camera-to-subject
Lowor lllu3tration: distance, this field shows a double image of the subject.Single rangefinderimage means camera To set the distance correctly, rotate the LENS MouNT,
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 crosn-up $l , cnoun
tlt, o. scrNe d.. ) is opposite the focusing r"rnnr.View original page 15Page 16 · Read text
www.butkus.usTAKING DAYLIGHT PICTURES
o Set the shutter speed. For general picture{aking, 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 framed by the luminous viewframe. If, as the
shutter release is slightly depressed, the red warning
signal appears in lhe right side of the viewfinder,
there's not sufficient light lor proper exposure. How-
ever, flash can be used for close subjects or a "B"
exposure for a still subject.
o Hold the camera steady and take the picture by slow-
ly pressing the sHUTTER 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.View original page 16Page 17 · Read text
Be sure to use
only the new FLASH WITHOUT FUSSself-powered
Magicube, Type X. Your camera features easy, rapid flashThe conventional picture-taking with the new Magicube,nGEcube-ifrEi-
requires batteries Type X (shown at left), which contains
witt n-oFfif you- its own flash power.
Automatic flash control is built into
the camera-the correct lens opening is
automatically set as you focus for the
camera-to-subject distance. The rotat-
ing Magicube incorporates four blue
bulbs, reflectors, and flashguards.
TAKING FLASH PICTURES
o Insert Magicube-Insert the base of
the vrecrcuns into the socKET on the
top of the camera; then press down the
cube until it snapJocks in place with
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www.butkus.us its detent (click-stop) position. If a used bulb is in the frontal firing position, a srop-BAD BULB srcNAL ap- pears in the left side of the viewfinder as the shutter release is slightly d.epressed. Absence of this signal indicates that a fresh bulb is in the firing position. The usE FLASH signal may or may not appear, depending on the amount of illumination present. The cube revolves* one-quarter turn (clockwise) each time the film advances to the next exposure, thus providing flash for four exposures il a lresh cube is in place.lf a partially used Magicube is in place, a fresh bulb must face forward; if a second fresh bulb is facing toward the Kodak nameplate on top of the camera, it will rotate into position as film is advanced. You can also rotate the cube by hand to bring any fresh bulb to its frontal firing position. To remove a Magicube, lift it out of the socket. *IMPORTANT: Do not obstruct rotation of the Magicube.View original page 18
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. 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 for flash is 25 feet. 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 FI-ASH When you use flash in combination with available light (fill-in flash) the elec- tric eye determines the lens opening on the basis of available light at | 140 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 you take the picture. At short subject dis- tances or relatively low available light levels, fill-in flash will produce better lighting in your pictures, especially of side- or backJighted subjects.View original page 19
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www.butkus.usPHOTO AIDS
You can extend your picture-taking scope and enjoyment with the photo aids
described below. See your photo dealer for these and others.
Koorr ltsrrrenc Field Gase, Model F-This attractively lined, molded case will provide
maximum camera protection. Use of the case is recommended to shield the electric
eye from light, thus conserving the battery during carrying and storage. The special
design permits instant picture-taking, loading and unloading without removing the
camera from its case.
Lens Attachments-The front of the lens mount is threaded to accept 34mm diameter,
.5mm pitch, Series 5 screw-in filters and other lens attachments, directly. By means of
a 34mm diameter, .5mm pitch, Series 6 adapter ring, Series 6 attachments can be used.
Koorx Proiectors-A Kodak Projector will show your color slides big, bright, and
sharp on the screen. Ask your dealer to show you one of the revolutionary Kooe-
CenousEr, Projectors. Features round,80-slide trays that change as quickly and easily
as a phonograph record. Other features include remote or automatic focus, remote
forward slide change, remote reverse, instant editing and 500-watt power.
Kodak Publications-The keys to snapshot fun and success are to be found in "How to
Make Good Pictures"-perhaps the most popular picture-taking book of all time.
Your photo dealer will show you this and other inexpensive books on photography.
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CARE OF THE CAMERA WARRANTY Your Koonr INsrevrerrc Cam- Within a year after purchase, any repairs era is a fine, sturdily built camera, necessary to this Koolx ltsnmerrc Camera but yet a precision instrument. due to a manufacturing defect will be made
Protect it from dust and dirt and or, at our option, the camera will be replaced
avoid rough handling. Use a rub- without charge. No other warranty, express or implied, shall be applicable to this equipment.
ber syringe to blow out any dust Nor are we responsible for loss of film, for
that may accumulate inside the other expenses or inconveniences, or for any
camera. If the lens needs clean- consequential damages occasioned by the
ing, first brush or blow away any equipment. 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 Kooer Lens Cleaning Eastman Kodak Company or a repair firm
Paper. If necessary, use Konnx authorized by us to make such repairs.* lt
Lens Cleaner. should be accompanied by a description of
Do not attempt to make any theinformationtrouble encounteredregarding theandcamera,other includingavailable
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 14650
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SERVICE FACILITIES
lf your Kodak camera should Eastman Kodak Company Eastman Kodak Gompany
require service, complete ser- Central Equipment Regional Equipment
vice facilities are provided at Services Center Services Center
Rochester and in Kodak Re- 800 Lee Road 9100 Alcosta Blvd.
gional Marketing and Distribu- Rochester, New York 14650 San Ramon, California 94583
tion Centers at the addresses
opposite. Also, service covered Eastman Kodak Gompany Eastman Kodak Gompany
under the warranty is avail- Regional Equipment Regional Equipment
able through independent ser- Services Center Services Center
vice shops in many cities. For 1901 West 22nd Street 1334 York Avenue
such local, warranty-covered Oak Brook, lllinois 60521. New York, New York 10021
service, please see your photo Eastman Kodak Company Eastman Kodak Gompanydealer or refer to the yellow Regional Equipment Regional Equipmentpages of your telephone di-
rectory under Photographic Services Center Services Center 1400 Hi Line Drive 12100 Rivera RoadEquipment and Supplies-Re- Daf las, Texas 75207 Whittier, California 90606tail (Kodak Factory Approved
Warranty Service). Eastman Kodak Company Eastman Kodak Company
Regional Equipment Regional Equipment
Services Center Services Center
5315 Peachtree 1065 Kapiolani Blvd.
lndustrial Blvd. Honotulu, Hawaii96807
Chamblee, Georgia 30341
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DETAILS Automatic Film Advance
o Spring motor advances film-20 expo-
Film sures, plus leader and trailer.
Film o Size-Kodak No. 125 film cartridge; Automatic Daylight Exposure Control 12- ZO-exposure. or
o Negative Size-28 x 28mm. o Film speed is set automatically by film
cartridge (ASA 64 to 800).
Lens-38mm, I / 2.8 Koonx ExrrR a Lens openings set automatically by
. Lens Openings-f /2.8 throught/64. electric eye. o Lens Attachments-Accepts screw-in type, a Automatic shutter control reduces speed
34 x .5mm, Series 5 filters directly. Atso, after maximum lens opening is reached. Series 6 by adapter. . Uses one PX-30 battery.
Automatic Flash Control Sh utter-Automatically Set o Guide number is set automatically by film r Speeds-l /60, l/125, l/250; also l,/30, cartridge.
set by exposure control and l/4O for flash. o Built-in socket for 4-bulb Magicube. Also "8" for brief time exposures. a Correct lens opening is set by focusing.
Focusing and Viewing r Flash shutter speed (l/40 sec.) is set automatically by inserting cube. r Rangefinder-Superimposed-image type,
combined with viewfinder. Other Features
o Viewfinder-Optical, projected viewframe- o Instant Loading and Unloading.
type with parallax marks for 5 feet. o Tripod Socket.
o Focusing Range-3 ft to infinity. o Eyelets for neckstrap (supplied).
o llluminated signals for insufficient light a Die-cast metal body; black and satin
and used flashbulbs. chrome finish.
EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY . Rochester, New york 14650
Koorr, lxsrenertc, Exten, Vrnrcxtonr, Koorcoron-X, Kooecxnomr-X, Errecxnour-X,
Ertrcxtone, ond Crrousrr ore lrodemorks.
Pt. No. 6331,{3
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