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Polaroid MiniPortrait 203 User Manual

Polaroid miniportrait camera models 203/403 user guide
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  • Page 1 MiniPortrait Camera Models 203/403 User Guide Model 203...
  • Page 2 There are two different camera models. The Model 403 produces four portraits on each sheet of Polaroid 31/4 x 41/4 in. (8.5 x 10.8 cm) instant pack film; the Model 203 produces two portraits on each sheet. The basic operation is the same for both models;...

  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    Film Holder 73B: Allows use of a validation plate. (PID# 612414) Film Holder 73C: This holder is shipped with the Model 203 camera; it is identical to the 73A film holder except for the location of the timer. (PID# 612415) Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc.
  • Page 4 (8). Then close the lid. If the camera will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the Polaroid 3% x 4% in. (8.5 x 10.8cm) pack films Speed (approx. Film type IS0 equiv.)
  • Page 5 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera Pull both sides of the latch to open the door; the door does not open flat. Before loading the film, check that the developer rollers are clean (see Clean the developer rollers). Always hold the film pack by the edges, not in the center.
  • Page 6 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera Seating the subject (19) A seat should be provided for the subject. Avoid chairs with high backs, which may appear in the picture. Adjust the height of the camera so that the lenses are about level with the eyes of the seated subject.
  • Page 7 Model 203: Slide the portrait selector to the desired setting. It is not necessary to reset the counter and shutter. Taking the picture 1.
  • Page 8 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera 3. Start the timer. The correct processing time should already be set. Press the START button once; the timer will count down to zero. At the end of the processing time, a series of short tones will sound. The timer will reset for thenext picture.
  • Page 9 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera Double exposure: The shutter and portrait counter were not reset after the portrait selector was moved to a different setting. Depth of field The depth of field, or distance zone within which your subject will be in focus, Aperture Camera at 47 in.
  • Page 10 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera Alternative lighting techniques Electronic flash illumination Use electronic flash with color film or Type 665 film. Lighting techniques: Direct flash: The flash is aimed straight • at the subject. The flash unit should have a guide number of at least 40...
  • Page 11 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera Make a test picture. If exposure correction is needed, see below. Exposure correction with electronic flash If the first picture is too dark Move lights closer to subject (see table below) Increase light output (see flash unit instructions)
  • Page 12 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera How changing the lamp distance affects the exposure The table below indicates in f-stops how exposure can be adjusted by moving the main lamp nearer or farther away from the subject. New distance for exposure INCREASE of about...
  • Page 13 Miniportrait 203/403 Camera United States passport pictures Polacolor pictures made with the Model 203 camera meet the requirements for United States Passports. The United States Passport Office has specific photographic requirements. Complete and up-to-date details should be obtained from the Passport Office.
  • Page 14 U.S.A. at 800-225-1618, Mon.-Fri., 8 AM to 8 PM (EasternTime). Or, write to Polaroid Customer Care Center, 201 Burlington Road, Bedford MA 01730. If outside the U.S.A., contact the nearest...
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