Kodak KE50 - 35 Mm Camera User manual

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Kodak
KE50
35 mm
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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Getting to Know Your Camera
GHT ANGLE
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FT ANGEL
12 RIGHT ANGEL
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ENGLISH
Contents
Need Help with Your Camera?....................................................... 6
Camera Identification ..................................................................... 7
Specifications ................................................................................. 8
Attaching the Camera Strap........................................................... 9
Loading the Batteries ..................................................................... 9
Loading the Film ...........................................................................11
Taking Pictures............................................................................. 13
Taking Flash Pictures ................................................................... 16
Selecting the Flash Modes and Self-timer ................................... 17
Unloading the Film ....................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 23
For Owners of the Quartz Date Back Model ................................ 25

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Need Help with Your Camera?
Call:
Kodak (USAonly) 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 http://www.kodak.com
For warranty purposes, please keep your sales receipt as proof of the
date of purchase.
© Eastman Kodak Company, 1997

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Camera Identification (see inside front cover for diagrams)
1Shutter Button
2Mode-Selector Button
3Film-Rewind Button
4LCD Panel
5Auto-FocusWindows
6Flash
7Viewfinder
8Lens
9Lens-Cover Switch
10 Strap Post
11 Self-Timer/Red-Eye-Reduction Lamp
12 Flash Sensor
13 Film-Door Latch
14 Viewfinder Eyepiece
15 Flash-Ready Light
16 Battery-Door Latch
17 TripodSocket
18 Film-Guide Rails
19 Film Chamber
20 Film Door
21 Film Window
LCD Panel
22 Frame Counter
23 Auto-Flash Symbol
24 Fill-Flash Symbol
25 Flash-Off Symbol
26 Self-Timer Symbol
27 Film-Presence Indicator
28 Nighttime-View Symbol
29 Battery Symbol

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Specifications
Type: 35 mm auto-focus, easy-load camera
Lens: 29 mm, glass
Flash Unit: KODAK SENSALITE ™ Flash with automatic power
down to conserve battery power
Viewfinder: Reverse-Galilean
Aperture: f /5.6
Shutter Speed: Programmed
Film Speed: DX (ISO) 100, 200, or 400 print film
Focus Range: Daylight: 3 ft (.9 m) to infinity
Power Source: 2 AA-size alkaline batteries
Dimensions: 5.4 x 2.7 x 1.7 in. (136.3 x 68.7 x 43.9 mm)
Weight: Approx. 7.0 oz (197 g)

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Attaching the
Camera Strap
Thread the short loop of the strap
under the STRAP POST (10). Put the
long loop through the short loop and
pull it tight.
21 RIGHT
21 LEFT ANGLE
Loading the Batteries
This camera uses 2 AA-size alkaline
batteries.
1. Slide the BATTERY-DOOR LATCH (16)
in the direction of the arrow and lift
up to open the door.
2. Load the batteries in the battery
chamber.
3. Snap the battery door closed.
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Low-Battery Indicator
It’s time to replace the batteries
when—
• the BATTERY SYMBOL (29) “blinks”
on the LCD PANEL (4) or
• the camera repeatedly fails to take
a picture or
• the FLASH-READY LIGHT (15) flashes
longer than 15 seconds.
Auto Power Off
This camera automatically turns off
after approximately 3 minutes to
conserve battery power. To awake
the camera, press the shutter button
partwaydown.
Battery Tips
• Remember to keep spare batteries
with you at all times.
• Read and follow all warnings and
instructions supplied by the battery
manufacturer.
• Keep batteries away from children.
• Do not try to take apart, recharge
or short circuit the batteries, or
subject them to high temperature
orfire.
• Store batteries in their original
packaging prior to use.