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Super 8 Camera
Super 8. Better than perfect.
There are some moments that digital just can't replicate.
The incomparable warmth, depth, and beauty of film
simply has no equal. These are the moments that inspire
us, that move us forward, and enlighten us. Merging analog
magic with digital convenience in the most accessible and
easy-to-use film format ever invented.
The new KODAK Super 8 Camera is the most advanced
camera in its category. Industrial design, lens options, and
a complete system from action to cut. It's more than a
camera. Welcome to your new platform for creativity.
Nice to see you again, Super 8.
Registration
Register your new KODAK Super 8 camera to activate your
warranty. Find this KODAK Super 8 Camera User Manual,
along with videos and stay up to date on special offers, tips
and additional services.
www.kodak.com/go/super8
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- Page 1 Super 8. Better than perfect. Registration There are some moments that digital just can’t replicate. Register your new KODAK Super 8 camera to activate your The incomparable warmth, depth, and beauty of film warranty. Find this KODAK Super 8 Camera User Manual, simply has no equal.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This User Manual goes beyond the Getting Started Guide to show you how to set up your camera, shoot movies, use all the features, and take care of your camera. Contents Safety and Battery Handling ........................3 Warranty ................................4 Getting Started What’s in the Box .............................6 Overview ................................ -
Page 3: Safety And Battery Handling
• Do not immerse the battery in water or allow it to get wet. by Kodak, such as an AC adapter, may cause fire, electric • Do not use or store the battery near sources of heat such as a shock, or injury. -
Page 4: Warranty
2. This warranty shall not apply to any Product which has been subjected to misuse, abuse, abnormal use, excessive use, negligence, the camera owner will be required to communicate with a Kodak service representative who will troubleshoot and determine whether or not a alteration or accident, or has had its serial number altered or removed. - Page 5 CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Eastman Kodak Company Rochester, NY USA 14650 Open Source Software Notice: The Kodak Super 8 Camera embedded software uses Copyright Warning the GStreamer library, licensed under the LGPL and the QuickTime 5 library, licensed under the LGPL 2.1. It also...
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Page 6: Getting Started
KODAK Super8 Camera USB Power Adapter Lens Cap ( US / UK / EU Version ) Wide Angle 6 mm Lens 1:1.2 Cleaning Cloth Lens Cap Pistol Grip Lens Hood KODAK TRI-X Reversal Film Getting Started Guide KODAK Super 8 Camera Battery with Cover... -
Page 7: Overview
Getting Started Overview Run Button (starts/stops filming) Film Compartment Function Button (temporarily changes frame rate) Film Door Top Handle (for filming at low height) Battery Compartment Lens LCD Viewfinder Lens Hood Menu Button (toggle between menus and viewfinder) Pistol Grip Confirm Button (push to select a menu option) Thumbscrew Touch Wheel (scroll menu up/down) -
Page 8: Overview - Back Panel
Getting Started Overview - Back Panel SD Card Slot (audio recordings / firmware updates / 3.5 mm Headphone Output file transfer) Power Button Micro HDMI (external display) Micro USB (charging) 2.5 mm Jack (remote access for Run button) 3.5 mm Line Input (audio device input) 3.5 mm Mic Input... -
Page 9: Install The Battery
(about 3.5 hours). 2. Remove the silicone cover from the battery pack IMPORTANT: Only use the Super 8 Camera USB Power Adapter 3. Insert the battery and lift and twist the handle clockwise supplied with the camera or purchased separately from Kodak. -
Page 10: Install The Lens / Using A Filter
ADDITIONAL INFO: When the KODAK Super 8 camera is used with the included 6mm / 1:1.2 lens, the filter size for the lens is 40.5mm, if the lens hood is attached, the filter size will be 62mm. -
Page 11: Power On / Power Off
Getting Started Power On Setup 1. Open the LCD viewfinder. 1. Go to the System screen. 2. Press the power button to turn the camera on. 2. Set your Language. A: Drag your finger around the touch wheel to navigate Power Off through a list - clockwise to scroll down, counter clockwise to scroll up. -
Page 12: Load The Film Cartridge
Cartridge 1 Create Film Type Use Previous Add Cartridge | Film Type Back KODAK TRI X KODAK EKTACHROME 100D KODAK VISION3 50D KODAK VISION3 200T Load the Film Cartridge Create Cartridge / Set Film Type Before you load the cartridge, take the cartridge... -
Page 13: Set Frame Rate
Getting Started CART 3 18 FPS CART 3 18 FPS Camera Camera Back Back 18 FPS Run Button 18 FPS Run Button Function Button 36 FPS 36 FPS Function Button Pressed Run Mode Pressed Run Mode 5 Minutes Auto O Mode 5 Minutes Auto O Mode CART 3... -
Page 14: Use Alternative Frame Rate (Function Button)
Getting Started CART 3 18 FPS Camera | Run Mode C 16 11 8 5.6 4 Back Pressed Latched CART 3 18 FPS Camera Back 18 FPS Run Button 36 FPS Function Button Pressed Run Mode 5 Minutes Auto O Mode Set Run Mode and Auto Off Mode Use Alternative Frame Rate (Function Button) -
Page 15: Viewfinder Overview
Getting Started 0.0 ft CART 3 18 FPS Viewfinder Overview 4 Film Type: the cartridge type you selected (Cartridge > The Viewfinder is based on an integrated Video Assist Film Type) System, where the image through the lens is bypassed and projected on a frosted ground glass, when the shutter 5 Frame Rate: the frame rate (for run button, or function button is closed. -
Page 16: Compose The Scene: View Gate / Aspect Ratio Overlay
18 FPS View Gate / Aspect Ratio Overlay The camera always exposes the film in an Extended Super 8 gate frame. NOTE: The Extended Super 8 gate frame is closer to a 16:9 0.0 ft CART 3 18 FPS 0.0 ft... -
Page 17: External Display As Viewfinder Or Control Monitor
Getting Started External Display as Viewfinder Sample: or Control Monitor 0.0 ft CART 3 18 FPS On the backplate of the camera you will find a Micro- HDMI port, where any external display can be connected via HDMI cable. Once the camera is switched Integrated View inder on and the HDMI cable is connected to an external display, on the Super8 Camera... -
Page 18: Connecting The Camera With A Remote
Getting Started Connecting the Camera with a remote The KODAK Super 8 Camera can be started and stopped by one of both integrated Run buttons on the camera or with the trigger on the pistol grip, once it is attached and connected. -
Page 19: Adjust Exposure, Focus, And Shoot
(A permanent marker works well.) distance to the object from the film plane mark (B) on the camera. Super 8 Film processing lab directory is available at: 3. Shoot film: Press the run button to begin shooting. www.kodak.com/go/super8 Shooting will continue until you release the run button, or press it again, depending on how you set the run TIP: Be sure to note the cartridge number. -
Page 20: Recording Audio: Sd Card
Getting Started PROD. CART SCENE CART 3 18 FPS System DIRECTOR: Back CAMERA: English Language DATE: Nite Int Ext Mos • No SD Card SD Card Filter Sync Camera Info Recording Audio: SD Card Insert and Format SD Card With an external microphone or audio device, you can A 16GB SD card (purchased separately) is recommended. -
Page 21: Connect Microphone Or Line Input
Getting Started CART 3 18 FPS Audio Back Output Volume 100% Input Volume External Mic Input Type Volume Meter Connect Microphone or Line Input 1. Plug an external microphone (sold separately) into the 3.5mm mic input, OR, plug an external audio device (sold separately) into the 3.5mm line input. -
Page 22: Transfer Audio Files: Sd Card
Getting Started Audio File Management The digital audio recorded files are saved in .wav format in a specific folder on the SD card. For every new cartridge, the system generates a new cartridge number folder. The cartridge number assigned by the camera is incremental, starting with default of (1) when the camera is turned on and a cartridge is inserted for the first time. -
Page 23: You Are Good To Go When
About Your Camera You are good to go when... Troubleshooting 1. The battery is fully charged. Icon/Problem Problem/Solution 2. The camera is powered on. Battery is almost empty. 3. All lens caps have been removed. Charge the battery. 4. The film cartridge is fully seated. 5. -
Page 24: Proper Care Of Your Camera
About Your Camera Proper Care of Your Camera See Super 8 tips at: www.kodak.com/go/Super8 Your camera should be kept in a dry and dust-free environment. Use the camera within this temperature/humidity range: Cleaning: Use a soft microfiber cloth for the body, and a Temperature -7ºC to 49ºC ±2ºC (19ºF to 120ºF ±3ºF) -
Page 25: Audio Menu
View and set options for the currently installed Volume Cartridge cartridge: • Film Type Input Volume • 0 to 10 (default 5) • KODAK TRI-X (default) • KODAK EKTACHROME 100D Input Type • External Mic • KODAK VISION3 50D • No Audio Source • KODAK VISION3 200T Volume •... -
Page 26: Camera Menu
Setting Options Run Button The Run button starts/stops filming. This View Gate • Extended Super 8 (default) setting is the primary frame rate. • Super 8 • 18 FPS (default): ~ 3 minutes, 20 seconds run Light Meter • On (default) time per cartridge •... -
Page 27: System Menu
About Your Camera Update Firmware CART 3 18 FPS System To update the camera firmware, go to: www.kodak.com/go/super8 Back Follow the download instructions. English Language Update using the SD card*: 1. Copy the firmware file to the SD card, then insert the...
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