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Page 2 - Introduction; M. Flash sync adapter; Accessories

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 2 Introduction The Polaroid Miniportrait/Studio ExpressCameras are designed to meet a variety ofphoto-identification needs. There are twodifferent camera models. The Model 403produces four portraits on each sheet ofPolaroid 31/4 x 41/4 in. (8.5 x 10.8 cm)instan...

Page 3 - DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WHICH HAS

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 3 Film Holder 73A: This holder is shippedwith the Model 403 camera; additionalholders can be loaded with different filmtypes for easy interchangeability.(PID# 612413) Film Holder 73B: Allows use of avalidation plate. (PID# 612414) Film Holder 73C: This holder i...

Page 4 - Load the batteries; Note: An AC adapter may be preferred for; Model 73A film holder; Film type

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 4 Load the batteries The camera uses four 1.5 volt AA batteries,which provide power for the shutter,electronic flash unit and sonar rangefinder.Alkaline batteries are recommended. Donot use NiCad rechargeable batteries; theymay damage the camera. A set of batte...

Page 5 - Attach the holder to the camera; Press the SET and START buttons

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 5 To load/change the timer batteries: If thedisplay or tones fade, or if the timer stopsfunctioning, the batteries should bereplaced. The timer uses two 1.5 voltGP-89A (or equivalent) batteries. Slide the battery cover open (15) and insertthe batteries as shown...

Page 6 - Note: The camera’s shutter and

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 6 Seating the subject (19) A seat should be provided for the subject.Avoid chairs with high backs, which mayappear in the picture. Adjust the height ofthe camera so that the lenses are aboutlevel with the eyes of the seated subject. Seat the subject close to th...

Page 7 - Note: The rangefinder will not work while; The Viewfinder; the arrow so “1” is visible in the window.; Taking the picture; Remove the dark slide from the film; Processing the film; Pull the white tab straight, all the way

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 7 If the camera is hand-held, use therangefinder for each portrait, to ensure thatall subjects are at the correct distance. Note: The rangefinder will not work while the flash is recharging: it will workonly if the flash is off or ready. (Seealso Appendix: Dept...

Page 8 - Process the picture for the full time; Clean the developer rollers

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 8 3. Start the timer. The correct processing time should already be set.Press the START button once; the timerwill count down to zero. At the end ofthe processing time, a series of shorttones will sound. The timer will reset forthe next picture. 4. Process the ...

Page 9 - Depth of field; Approximate depth of field

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 9 Double exposure: The shutter and portraitcounter were not reset after the portraitselector was moved to a different setting. Depth of field The depth of field, or distance zone withinwhich your subject will be in focus, Approximate depth of field Aperture Cam...

Page 10 - Alternative lighting techniques; Electronic flash illumination

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 10 Alternative lighting techniques Electronic flash illumination Use electronic flash with color film or Type665 film. Lighting techniques: • Direct flash: The flash is aimed straightat the subject. The flash unit shouldhave a guide number of at least 40(in fee...

Page 12 - Basic portrait lighting technique; from the horizontal. It casts distinct

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 12 How changing the lamp distanceaffects the exposure The table below indicates in f-stops howexposure can be adjusted by moving themain lamp nearer or farther away from thesubject. ORIGINAL New distance for exposure LAMP-SUBJECT New distance for exposure INCRE...

Page 13 - United States passport pictures

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 13 United States passport pictures Polacolor pictures made with the Model 203camera meet the requirements for UnitedStates Passports. The United States Passport Office hasspecific photographic requirements.Complete and up-to-date details shouldbe obtained from ...

Page 14 - Caution

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 14 Caution This process uses a caustic paste. Avoidcontact with skin, eyes and mouth andkeep away from children and animals. Ifyou get some paste on your skin, wipe itoff immediately and wash with water toavoid an alkali burn. If eye or mouthcontact occurs, qui...

Page 15 - Picture 1

Miniportrait 203/403 Camera User Guide 15 A B C D E F G H I J K L M Picture 1