FujiFilm instax mini 12 User manual

FI020-EN-WW-01
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User’s Guide/Safety Precaution

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Part Names
Front
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8
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12
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Back
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1 Film ejection slot
2 Flash light sensor
3 AE light sensor
4 Flash lampface
5 Viewfinder
6 Shutter button
7 Lens cover / Lens
8 Selfie mirror
9 Lens barrel
10 Lens ring / Power
11 Flash charging lamp
12 Strap eyelet
13 Viewfinder eyepiece
14 Back cover lock
15 Film confirmation window
16 Back cover
17 Film counter
18 Battery lid
●For how to insert batteries and how to insert and remove an instax mini Film Pack, see pages 2 to 5.

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Taking Pictures
Do not open the back cover until you have used up the
film. Otherwise, the rest of the film will become exposed
and turn white, and can no longer be used.
1 Turn on the camera by rotating the lens ring
to ON.
* The lens barrel extends and the flash charging
lamp blinks and then lights up. (Blinking indicates
that the flash is charging.)
2 Hold the camera, look through the viewfinder
of the camera to frame your desired
composition, and press the shutter button.
* The shutter button cannot be pressed while the
flash is charging.
3 When the sound of the film being ejected
stops, grasp the edge of the ejected film and
take the film out. The film counter decreases in
numerical order, counting down from "10" with
each photo taken. "0" will be displayed when
the film is finished and after the last photo has
been taken.
4 When you have finished taking photos, turn off
the camera by rotating the lens ring to OFF.
If the camera malfunctions, remove the batteries while
the power is on and then reinsert them to reset the
camera.

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EN Taking a Photo in Close-Up Mode
Taking a close-up
Close-Up Mode allows you to get close to the subject.
1 Rotate the lens ring to the “CLOSE-UP” position
to pull the lens out to the front. The viewfinder
field of view switches to the close-up shooting
setting.
2 Hold the camera so that the mark in the
viewfinder is in the center of the subject, then
take a photo.
30cm-50cm
Taking a picture of yourself
Close-Up Mode allows you to take better selfies.
Confirm the composition using the selfie mirror at the front
of the lens, then you can take a photo.
1 Rotate the lens ring to the “CLOSE-UP” position
to pull the lens out to the front.
2 Hold the camera securely so that your face is
30 to 50 cm away from the end of the lens.
30cm-50cm
3 Confirm the composition using the selfie
mirror, then push the shutter to take the photo.

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Precautions for Taking Photos
Precautions for Holding the Camera
Correct way to
hold
Do not cover the
flash lampface
with a finger
Do not cover the
flash light sensor
and AE light
sensor with a
finger
• Take care that a finger or the strap does not cover the
flash light sensor, AE light sensor, flash lampface, lens, or
film ejection slot.
• Hold the camera so that the flash lampface is at the top
when taking a horizontal picture.
• Do not take pictures in locations where flash
photography is forbidden.
• Do not grasp the lens barrel when holding the camera.
The finished photos may be adversely affected.
• Look into the viewfinder so that the mark in the
viewfinder appears in the center of your subject.
• Be careful not to touch the lens when you press the
shutter button.
• When taking photos in the dark, hold the camera
firmly to prevent blurring, as the shutter speed may
be slow.
Distances for Normal Mode and Close-Up Mode
• In normal mode, take a picture at a distance of at least
0.5 m from the subject. The effective flash range is up to
approximately 2.2 m.
• Use Close-Up Mode when holding the camera closer
than 0.5 m from the subject. Close-Up Mode allows
you to take photos at a range of 30 to 50 cm from the
subject.
Flash charging lamp status and error solutions
Flash charging
lamp status
Description
Lit Ready to take a photo.
Off Camera is off.
Slow flashing
The flash is charging. Please wait
until the charging lamp light stops
flashing, and the light is on.
Repeated slow
flashing and
quick flashing
The battery voltage is low.
Quick flashing
An error has occurred.
• The film is jammed.
• Incorrect lens ring position.
• Other error

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EN Main errors Solutions
The battery
voltage is low
Replace the batteries with new ones
(alkaline batteries).
Film jammed
Do not forcibly pull out the film,
remove the batteries, and reinsert
new batteries (alkaline batteries). It
may be possible to eject the film.
Incorrect lens
ring position
Set the lens ring in the proper
position.
Other
The camera may be malfunctioning.
Remove and reinsert the batteries
while the power is on.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
●Do not use this product and its accessories for a
purpose other than taking photos.
●This product has been designed with safety in mind,
but please read the following safety precautions
carefully and then use the product correctly.
●After reading this User's Guide, be sure to keep it
in an easy-to-access place where you can refer to it
whenever necessary.
WARNING
This symbol indicates danger, which could result in injury
or death. Please follow these instructions.
CAUTION
This indicates a matter that may lead to injury or physical
damage if ignored or incorrectly handled.
WARNING
Never attempt to take this product apart. You may be
injured.
Do not touch this product if the inside of it becomes
exposed due to dropping, etc. This product has high-
voltage circuitry that may cause injury or electric shock.
If you notice anything abnormal, such as the camera
(batteries) becoming hot, emitting smoke, or making a
burning smell, remove the batteries immediately. Fire or
burns may occur (be careful not to burn yourself when
removing the batteries).
Never take flash photographs of people riding bicycles,
driving cars, skateboarding, riding a horse and the like.
The flash can be startling, distract, frighten animals, and
otherwise cause an accident.

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If you drop the camera in water or if water or a piece
of metal or other foreign object gets inside, remove
the batteries immediately. Heat generation or fire may
occur.
Do not use this camera in places where there is
flammable gas or near open gasoline, benzine, paint
thinner or other unstable substances which can give
off dangerous vapors. Failure to do this could result in
explosion or fire.
Do not disassemble, heat the batteries, throw them
in a fire, or put them in an electrical short circuit. The
batteries may rupture.
Use only AA (LR6) batteries. Heat generation or fire may
occur if other batteries are used.
Keep batteries out of the reach of infants. An infant
may accidentally swallow a battery. In the event
that a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention
immediately.
CAUTION
If the camera is not functioning correctly, to avoid injury
do not attempt to repair yourself.
Do not touch any parts within the inside of the back
cover. This may cause injury.
Do not handle this product with wet hands. Electric
shock may occur.
Keep the product out of the reach of infants and small
children. Injury may occur.
Do not cover or wrap the camera in a cloth or blanket.
This can cause heat to build up and distort the casing or
cause a fire.
Using a flash too close to a person’s eyes may for the
short term affect their eyesight. Take care when taking
pictures of infants and young children.
Take care not to make a mistake with the and
polarities when inserting the AA (LR6) batteries.
Damages to the surroundings may occur due to the
camera being damaged or its battery fluid leaking out.
Do not touch moving parts inside the camera. You may
be injured.
The “CE”mark certifies that this product
satisfies the requirements of the European
Union (EU) regarding safety, public health,
environment, and consumer protection.
(“CE” is the abbreviation of Conformité
Européenne.)
The “UKCA” mark certifies that this product
satisfies the requirements of Great Britain
(England, Scotland, Wales) regarding safety,
public health, environment and consumer
protection.
*UKCA: UK Conformity Assessed.
■Legally required regulation compliance displays
are located on the inside of the back cover of the
camera.

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EN Handling
■Handling of the Camera
1. The camera is a precision instrument, so do not get it
wet, drop it, or subject it to shock. Also, do not place
the camera where it will be exposed to sand or grit.
2. Do not use solvent such as paint thinner or alcohol
to wipe off dirt.
3. Any dirt or dust in the film chamber will affect the
finish of the print. Do not allow the film chamber to
get dirty or dusty.
4. Do not leave the camera in a closed motor vehicle,
another hot place, a humid place, on the beach, etc.
for any period of time.
5. Gas containing moth repellent may adversely affect
the camera and film. Avoid keeping the camera and
film in a chest of drawers, etc. with mothballs.
6. The operating temperature range of this camera is
+5°C to +40°C.
7. When taking photos, please be careful not to violate
the rights of others, such as copyright, image rights,
and privacy, or violate public order. Any act that
violates the rights of others, or is contrary to public
order or morals, or constitutes a nuisance, is subject to
legal penalties and claims for damages.
8. This camera is for general household use. It is not
suitable for commercial photography and other
applications where a large number of prints are used.
9. Before using a commercially available strap, check the
strength of the strap. Be especially careful when using
a strap for mobile phones and smartphones because
such straps are made for lightweight devices.
10. If you are not using your camera for a long interval,
unload the batteries and keep it where it will avoid
heat, dust and moisture.
11. Remove soil and dust from the viewfinder window,
etc. with an air blower and by wiping gently with a
piece of soft cloth.
■Cautions During Printing
■Handling of instax mini Film and Photos
For details on the handling of film and photos, see the
instructions written on the FUJIFILM Instant Film instax
mini packaging.
1. Keep film a cool place. In particular, do not leave film
in an extremely hot place, such as in a closed motor
vehicle, for a long period of time.
2. Do not make a hole in film or tear or cut film. Do not
use film that is damaged.
3. Use film as soon as possible after inserting it in the
camera.
4. If film has been kept in a place where the
temperature is extremely low or high, allow it to
become accustomed to a normal temperature before
taking pictures.
5. Use film before the film expiration date referenced on
the packaging.
6. Avoid airport checked luggage inspection and other
strong X-ray exposure. Unused film is susceptible to
the effect of fogging, etc. We recommend that you
carry film onto aircraft in carry-on luggage (check
with the relevant airport for more information).
7. Avoid exposing photos to strong light, and store
them in a cool and dry place.

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8. Do not cut or disassemble the instax mini Film as
it contains black caustic alkali paste. Be especially
careful not to let infants or pets put the film into their
mouths. Also take care that the paste does not come
into contact with skin and clothes.
9. If you accidentally touch the paste of unused film,
immediately wash it off with plenty of water. If the
paste comes into contact with the eyes or mouth,
wash the area and then seek medical attention. The
alkalinity of this film will weaken approximately 10
minutes after the photo is ejected from the camera.
10. Do not store photos in a sealed bag, as this may cause
discoloration.
■Cautions on Handing of Film and Finished Photos
For details, see the instructions on the FUJIFILM instax
mini Instant Film packaging.

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EN Notes on Disposing of the Camera
Disposal of Electric and Electronic
Equipment in Private Households
Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic
Equipment
(Applicable in the European Union and other
European countries with separate collection
systems)
This symbol on the product, in the manual and in the
warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this
product should not be treated as household waste. Instead
it should be taken to an appropriate collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences to the
environment and human health, which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed information about recycling
this product, please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
In Countries outside of EU: If you wish to discard this
product, please contact your local authorities and ask for
the correct way of disposal.
This Symbol on the batteries or accumulators
indicates that those batteries should not be
treated as household waste.
For customers in Turkey:
EEE Complies with Directive.
Specifications
Film used FUJIFILM instax mini Instant Film
(sold separately)
Photo Picture
Size
62 mm × 46 mm
Lens 2 components, 2 elements, f = 60 mm,
1:12.7
Viewfinder Real image finder, 0.37×,
with target spot
Features parallax correction function
for Close-Up Mode
Shooting
Range
0.3 m and beyond (use Close-Up Mode
for 0.3 m to 0.5 m)
Shutter Programmed electronic shutter
1/2 to 1/250 sec.
Slow synchro for low light
Exposure
Control
Automatic, Lv 5.0 to 14.5 (ISO 800)
Film Ejection Automatic
Film
Developing
Time
Approx. 90 seconds (varies depending
on the ambient temperature)
Flash Constant firing flash (automatic light
adjustment), recycle time: 7 seconds
or less (when using new batteries),
effective flash range: 0.3 to 2.2 m

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Power Supply Two AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6),
capacity: approx. 10 instax mini film
packs of 10 exposures each (depends
on usage conditions)
* The supplied batteries are for trial
use.
When they run out, replace them
with new ones (alkaline batteries).
The performance of alkaline batteries
varies depending on the brand.
* Manganese batteries cannot be
used.
Auto Power Off
Time
After 5 minutes
Other Includes film counter and film pack
confirmation window
Dimensions 104 mm × 66.6 mm × 122 mm
Weight 306 g (without batteries, strap, and
film)
Information for traceability in Europe
Manufacturer: FUJIFILM Corporation
Address, City: 7-3, Akasaka 9-Chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Country: JAPAN
Authorized representative in Europe:
FUJIFILM EUROPE GmbH
Address, City: Balcke-Duerr-Allee 6, 40882 Ratingen
Country: Germany
Authorized Representative in UK:
Fujifilm UK Limited
Fujifilm House, Whitbread Way, Bedford Bedfordshire
MK42 0ZE
Country: United Kingdom

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