Polaroid iD642 User manual

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USER MANUAL

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Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2
Getting to Know Your Camera...................................................................................................... 2
What’s Included............................................................................................................................ 3
Parts of the Camera..................................................................................................................... 4
Initial Camcorder Setup................................................................................................................ 5
Main Camcorder Modes............................................................................................................... 9
Camcorder Technical Specifications........................................................................................... 10
Computer System Requirements ................................................................................................11
Powering the Camcorder On/Off................................................................................................ 12
Changing Camcorder Mode ....................................................................................................... 13
Video Capture Mode .................................................................................................................. 14
Video Playback Mode................................................................................................................. 14
Photo Capture Mode.................................................................................................................. 16
Photo Playback Mode ................................................................................................................ 16
Status Icon Description............................................................................................................... 18
Navigating the Menus................................................................................................................. 19
Menu Options............................................................................................................................. 20
Installing the Software................................................................................................................ 26
Connecting the Camcorder to the HDTV.................................................................................... 27
Connecting the Camera to the Computer................................................................................... 27
Getting Photos and Videos from your Camera to Your Computer.............................................. 28
Get Started!................................................................................................................................ 29
Transferring Images from my Camera to my Computer Manually.............................................. 29
Camera Maintenance................................................................................................................. 31
Technical Support....................................................................................................................... 32
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................... 32
Warranty Card............................................................................................................................ 34
E-Waste / FCC Declaration........................................................................................................ 36

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Thank you for purchasing this digital camcorder. Everything you need to take quality digital videos
and photos is included with your camera.
Polaroid makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camcorder.
Note: Your camcorder requires a Micro SD Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use.
Micro SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
Important:
- Do not open the battery door underwater.
- Close the battery door properly for best water sealing.
- Rinse the camera with clean water after use and keep the camera dry for storage.
- After using the camcorder underwater, the recording quality will be affected as there is still
water inside the microphone and speaker compartment. The sound will resume to normal
once the water has dried out.
Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3.0 meters)
12 MP
Digital Video Camcorder, HD Video (720p)
Digital Still Camera
3x Digital Zoom
2.0" LCD Display
Micro SD card support
2x AAAlkaline Batteries (not included)

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1. Digital Camcorder
2. USB cable
3. Polaroid Instant Memories
Software Installation CD
4. Wrist Strap
Note: Micro SD Memory Card and batteries not included.

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Item
Part
Function
1
USB Interface
Transfers photo and video files to computer via USB cable.
SD Card Slot
Insert Micro SD card for digital file storage.
HDMI Port
Connects camcorder with HDMI cable (not included) for HDTV
connection.
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LCD Screen
Displays images, video clips, camera Settings and Menu.
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MENU Button
Sets the PHOTO / VIDEO recording options.
4
MODE Button
Selects the Mode: PHOTO capture or VIDEO recording.
5
OK /Shutter
Button
SHUTTER: Captures a PICTURE; Starts or Stops a VIDEO clip
recording.
OK: Confirms changes in menu mode.
6
Zoom Button
Zooms IN or OUT during capture mode.
Volume Setup
Button
Sets the volume in Video Playback mode.
Fast forwards or rewinds during Video Playback.
Up / Down
Button
In MENU mode: Use for selecting the desired menu option.
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Playback Button
In Photo Mode ,enters the Playback PHOTO Mode,
In Video Mode, enters the Playback VIDEO Mode.
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Power Button
1. Turns on& off the unit - press and hold the power button.
2. Selects icons display on/off –press the power button.
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Battery door
2x AA alkaline batteries.
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Lens
Digital lens for Video & Picture taking.
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Speaker
Speaker for video playback.
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Microphone
Records of voice input.
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Strap Hook
Connects the wrist strap.

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Insert 2 x AA (1.5V) batteries.
Alkaline batteries recommended (not
included).
Micro SD Memory Card (up to 32GB)
needed for normal use.

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1) Batteries
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera, according to
the polarity shown inside the battery compartment.
Use 2x AA (1.5V) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. (Batteries not included.)
Open the battery compartment door.
Install the batteries into the battery compartment as illustrated above.
Close the battery compartment door.
Note:
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some features will not work if the battery power level is low.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power
2) Micro SD Memory Card
Make sure a Micro SD card has been properly inserted into your camera. (Micro SD Memory
card not included.) You must insert the Micro SD Memory Card in order to record and store
your VIDEOS and PICTURES.

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To properly insert the Micro SD Memory Card:
1. Turn OFF the Camera.
2. Open the battery compartment door by pressing the lock button down and
simultaneously sliding the battery door in the direction of the arrow on the door.
3. Insert the Micro SD Card into the Micro SD Card slot in the direction as shown on the
camera (see SD icon by the Micro SD card slot). Gently press the Micro SD Card until you
hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the memory card has been inserted correctly.
Make sure that the Micro SD Card is not in LOCK position (see tiny slider on the side of the
card).
Note:
There is only one right direction to insert the Micro SD memory card into the slot. Do not
force the card into the memory card slot, since it may damage both the camera and the
Micro SD memory card. Re-align the Micro SD card position (as marked) and try again.
After the camera is powered on, a memory card icon will appear on the LCD display. If
you do not see the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted
properly.
IMPORTANT: The Micro SD memory card must be formatted before taking
photographs.
If your SD card is new, or if it was used with other cameras or devices, you need to FORMAT
the card - see simple steps below. If the SD card was previously used, make sure to save all
needed photos and videos before formatting the SD card.
Formatting the Micro SD Memory Card
1. Press the MENU button ( ) in Photo Capture or Video Capture mode.
2. Select the Setup Menu options by pressing the UP/DOWN button.
3. Press the OK/Shutter button to enter the Setup Menu options.
4. Press the DOWN button to highlight and select the ‘Format’and then press the
OK/SHUTTER button to confirm.
5. To format the Micro SD Memory Card, select ‘Yes’ and press the OK/SHUTTER button.

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To exit the menu without formatting the SD Memory Card select ‘No’ then press the
OK/SHUTTER button. Alternatively, you can press the MENU button to exit.
Note: During formatting of the Micro SD card, all data (pictures & videos - if present) will
be erased. Make sure you save your valuable data before formatting the memory.
Remember, all your files will be erased during formatting!
3) Power On
Press and hold the POWER button to turn on the camcorder.

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Your digital camcorder has different modes for the various camcorder functions.
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder.
This is the default mode when the camcorder is powered ON.
To take a video, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button to start the
record. The video icon turns red while record is in progress. To stop the record, press the
Shutter button again. The video is automatically saved to your camcorder’s Micro SD
memory card.
To access the various menus for the Video Capture mode, press the MENU button
while in the Video Capture mode.
Use this mode to capture pictures with your camcorder.
After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture
mode.
To take a picture, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button.
The picture is automatically saved to your camcorder’s Micro SD memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture mode, press the MENU button
while in the Photo Capture mode.
Use this mode to view and manage the videos and photos on your camcorder.
After turning on your camera, press the PLAYBACK button to open the Playback mode.
Press the MODE button to toggle between your captured movie and photo files. You can
scroll through the images that you’ve previously taken to view or delete them as desired.
To access the various menus for the Playback mode for videos and photos, press the
MENU button while in the Playback mode.