Kodak KC50/55 User manual

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KC50/55
Camera

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: Your model camera has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits provide reasonable protection
against interference in residential use. The camera generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference
to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this camera
does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the camera off and on, you may reduce the interference by the following:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the camera and the receiver.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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Contents
Need Help with Your Camera? .................................................. 6
Camera Identification................................................................ 7
Specifications............................................................................ 8
Loading the Batteries................................................................. 9
Loading the Film ....................................................................... 10
Taking a Picture ........................................................................ 14
Taking Flash Pictures ................................................................. 18
Unloading the Film ................................................................... 21
Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 22
For Owners of the Quartz Date Back Model ............................. 25
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Need Help with Your Camera?
Call:
Kodak (USA only) toll free from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern
time) Monday through Friday at 1 [phone].
Kodak (Canada only) from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time)
Monday through Friday at 1 [phone], ext. 36100; for the
Toronto area, call [phone], ext. 36100.
Visit our web site at www.kodak.com.
© Eastman Kodak Company, 1997
For warranty purposes, please keep your sales receipt as proof of the
date of purchase.

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Shutter Button
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Flash Sensor
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Picture Counter
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Viewfinder
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Flash
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Red-Eye-Reduction Lamp
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Flash Switch
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Lens
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Len-Cover Switch
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Camera Strap
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Auto-Focus Windows
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Film Spindle
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Viewfinder Eyepiece
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Flash- /Camera-Ready Light
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Sprocket Teeth
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Film Window
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Film Door
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Film-Load Mark
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Battery-Door Latch
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Take-Up Spool
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Film-Rewind Switch
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Film Chamber
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Film-Door Latch
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DX-Code Sensors
Camera Identification (see inside front cover for diagrams)

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Type: Compact 35 mm auto-focus camera
Lens: 29 mm, 3-element hybrid
Viewfinder: Reverse-Galilean
Aperture: f /5.6
Focus Range: Daylight: 4 ft. (1.2 m) to infinity
Flash Unit: Electronic flash with ISO 100/21°, guide
number of 7.5 m; flash automatically turns
on at low-light levels
Flash Recycle Time: Approximately 5 sec with fresh batteries
Power Source: 2 AA-size alkaline batteries
Dimensions: 4.7 x 2.6 x 1.7 in. (120.4 x 65.2 x 43.7 mm)
Weight: 6 oz. (170 g) without film and batteries
Specifications

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This camera uses 2 AA-size
alkaline batteries.
Loading the Batteries Low-Battery Warning
It’s time to replace the batteries
when—
• the flash- /camera-ready light
takes more than 30 seconds
to turn on.
• the camera motor slows down
or will not run.
• the film will not advance.
Auto Power Off
This camera automatically turns
off after approximately 2
minutes to conserve battery
power if it is not used.

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If in sunlight, turn your back to
the sun and load the film in the
shade of your body.
1. Slide the FILM-DOOR
LATCH
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down; then open
the FILM DOOR
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Loading the Film
2. Insert the film into the FILM
CHAMBER
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. Place the flat,
recessed end of the film over
the FILM SPINDLE
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. Push
the other end of the film
down into the film chamber
until it snaps into place.