PDC 1100 Digital Camera Creative Kit
Us e r Gu id e
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Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
The Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100
Digital Camera Creative Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Camera Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Back view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
To load batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
To connect the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Using the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Changing Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Managing stored images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Taking Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Tips for Great Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Installing Polaroid PhotoMAX Image
Maker Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Transferring Photos to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Displaying Images on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Camera Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Battery Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Contacting Polaroid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Internet support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
One Year Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC
1100 Digital Camera Creative Kit. This kit contains
everything you need to enter the world of digital imaging.
After you take photos, you will find it easy to transfer them
to your computer, edit and correct your images — even
display them on a TV!
Once the images are on your computer, use the Polaroid
PhotoMAX Image Maker Software to change them in many
creative ways, include them in e-mail, or use them to create
greeting cards and T-shirts.
Polaroid digital cameras and Polaroid PhotoMAX Image
Maker Software are easy to use, and are designed to work
together to produce high-quality results. Use your
imagination. Have fun!
This user’s guide covers basic camera features, startup, and
installation procedures, and how to take photos and transfer
them to your computer.
Please fill out and mail in your registration card!
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The Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100
Digital Camera Creative Kit
Your Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100 Digital Camera
Creative Kit contains everything you need to take digital
photos and transfer them to your computer.
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Attaching the wrist strap
Attach the wrist strap to the camera by sliding the strap
through the opening on the bottom of the camera as shown.
The wrist strap includes a clip to use when removing the
memory card from the camera.
Camera Features
Front view
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Shutter button
Flash
Optical viewfinder
Lens
Hand grip
Tripod socket
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Back view
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Optical viewfinder
Ready indicator
Wait indicator
Status panel
LCD display
Power switch
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Menu Dial
Side view
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AC adapter connection
Serial cable connection
USB cable connection
Video cable connection
Memory card slot
Battery compartment
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Power Supply
You can operate the Polaroid PDC 1100 Digital Camera on
battery power or with the AC adapter. To conserve battery
life, the camera shuts itself off after 4 minutes of inactivity
and the LCD display shuts off after 30 seconds of inactivity.
To turn on the camera power, slide the power switch (back
of camera) to the off and then to the on position.
The camera displays a low battery icon on the LCD menu
when battery power is weak. When you see this icon, replace
the batteries as soon as possible.
Using AA batteries, the camera operates for about 30
minutes in Record mode.
Note: For longer battery life use lithium disposable or
NiMH rechargeable batteries with your camera.
Use the AC adapter whenever possible to extend the life of
your batteries. It is a good idea to keep a set of extra batteries
handy, especially on a trip when it may not be possible to
find replacement batteries easily.
To load batteries
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Open the battery compartment (side of camera) by
sliding the cover lock to the unlocked position (a).
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Slide the cover forward so that it can swing open (b).
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Insert four AA-size batteries into the compartment.
Make sure the + and – terminals are oriented correctly
as shown inside the battery compartment.
Note: Do not mix old batteries with new batteries, or
different types of batteries together.
Close and lock the battery compartment cover.
To connect the AC adapter
Here are some important notes for using the AC adapter
with your camera:
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Only use the AC adapter that came with your camera.
Using a different AC adapter may cause damage to your
camera.
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Turn the camera power off before connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.
Grasp the plug, not the cord, when you unplug the
adapter from an outlet. Avoid bending, pulling, or
twisting the AC adapter cord. Do not try to lengthen the
cord by splicing it with another wire.
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Replace a damaged power cord with a new one (to avoid
electrical shock).
Note: The AC adapter may become warm to the touch after
extended periods of use. This is no cause for alarm.
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Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the AC
power adapter connector on the camera.
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Connect the other end of the cable to a grounded
electrical outlet.
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Using the Memory Card
The images you take with your PDC 1100 camera are stored
on a removable CompactFlash memory card. A 4 MB
memory card is provided with the camera. Memory cards
with capacities of 2 MB to 96 MB are also available.
You must insert the memory card before you can use the
camera. If the memory card is not installed, the Status panel
displays a flashing CF symbol and a zero representing the
number of available photos.
Caution: Do not insert or remove the CompactFlash
card while the power is on.
To insert the memory card
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Turn the camera power off.
Open the memory compartment as shown:
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Insert the memory card into the slot (with the label side
of the card facing the rear of the camera).
Make sure the card is pushed firmly into the slot.
Close the memory compartment cover.
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In the event that the memory card becomes corrupted
and unusable, it must be reformatted (see “Delete
photos from your memory card” on page 22 for
information).
To remove the memory card
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Turn off the camera.
Open the memory compartment on the side of the
camera.
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Use the clip on the wrist strap to pull out the memory
card.
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Close the memory compartment cover.
Using the Camera
You must insert the memory card before you can turn on the
camera (see “Using the Memory Card” on page 8).
To turn on the camera power
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Slide up the power switch on the rear of the camera (a).
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The Status panel displays information about the
camera (b).
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Memory card and battery status
Number of images remaining in memory
Pixel resolution setting
Flash setting
Lens setting
Exposure setting
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Self timer
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To set the date and time
The camera records a date and time with each photo. To set
the date and time:
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Turn on the camera.
Press the Menu Dial.
The REC (Record) menu is displayed.
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Turn the Menu Dial to scroll to the MENU icon.
Press the Menu Dial to display the Advanced Menu.
Turn the Menu Dial to highlight Time & Date.
Press the Menu Dial.
The date and time settings for the camera display.
Turn the Menu Dial to highlight the date.
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Press the Menu Dial to underscore the month.
Turn the Menu Dial to change the month.
10 Use the Menu Dial to highlight and set the day and year.
11 Use the Menu Dial to set the time. All times are set to a
24-hour clock.
12 Press Set to save your date and time settings and return
to the Advanced Menu.
13 Press Exit.
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Changing Camera Settings
Using options on the PDC 1100 LCD menu you can change
camera settings for taking and reviewing photos. The
camera has two LCD menus:
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REC (Record) to take photos.
PLAY (Playback) to review photos stored in memory.
To switch between the menus:
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Press the Menu Dial to display the current menu. The
default menu is REC.
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Press again to display the both menu choices.
Turn the Menu Dial to select a menu icon and press to
select.
RECORD
PLAYBACK
Use the Menu Dial to operate the camera menu:
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Press the Menu Dial to:
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Display camera menus
Make a menu selection
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Turn the Menu Dial to scroll between different menu
choices and settings.
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To display the REC menu
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Turn on the camera.
Press the Menu Dial (a).
The REC menu is displayed (b). Use the Record menu
options to change camera settings.
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Changing camera settings
The first time you turn on the camera, the camera settings
allow you to take pictures in most indoor and outdoor
conditions. These settings are the default settings. You can
change any of the default settings by using the REC (Record)
menu:
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With the camera power on, press the Menu Dial.
The LCD REC menu is displayed.
Turn the Menu Dial to highlight the item you want to
change.
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Press the Menu Dial to display the possible settings.
Turn the Menu Dial once again to highlight the setting
you want to use.
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Press the Menu Dial to select the setting and save it.
All of the available LCD menu camera settings are described
below.
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Pixel resolution
The resolution setting refers to the number of pixels in a
digital photo. The higher the pixel resolution, the more
pixels that are contained in your photo. A higher pixel
resolution takes up more space on the memory card, but
produces a higher quality digital image when printed.
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Resolution
• 1152x864 pixels
• 6 images (4 MB memory card)
• Highest quality resolution for
printed images
• 1152x864 pixels
• 12 images (4 MB memory card)
• Good quality resolution for printed
images
• 1024x768 pixels
• 16 images (4 MB memory card)
• Minimum recommended
resolution for printing.
• 640x480 pixels
• 36 images (4 MB memory card)
• Best for images used online
(digitally) in websites, e-mail, etc.
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Flash
Choose how the camera flash is used. The default setting is
Auto.
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Flash setting
• The flash fires automatically when
needed.
• The flash does not fire.
• Use in places where flash is
prohibited or may be distracting.
• Use when shooting toward a
reflective background, such as a
window or a mirror.
• Each flash is preceded by a preflash
to reduce red-eye effect.
• The flash fires automatically when
needed.
• Flash is on.
• Flash fires for every photo.
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Focusing distance
Determine the distance from the camera at which a subject
will be properly in focus. The default setting is Autofocus.
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For subjects
From 2 feet to infinity (60 cm to
infinity) from the camera.
From 8 inches to 3 feet (20 cm to 90
cm) from the camera.
3 feet (1 m) from the camera.
7 feet (2 m) from the camera.
16 feet (5 m) from the camera.
More than 16 feet (5 m) from the
camera.
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Self timer
Set the camera self-timer. The self-timer applies to the next
picture you take. Set the self-timer for each photo you want
to delay.
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Action
Delays the camera shutter 10 seconds
when you press the shutter button.
Turns off the camera self timer.
Color
Choose to take photos in color or in black and white.
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Action
Camera captures images in color.
Camera captures images in black and
white.
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Advanced Menu
Set the following options:
Menu choice
Used to
Quick review
• Turn on to review and delete
images immediately after
taking.
Digital zoom
Exposure
• Magnify the center of the
image by 2x (capture smaller
area in detail).
• Automatically sets resolution
to low (640x480).
• To override the camera’s
automatic exposure.
• You can change the camera
lens opening from +4 to -4.
Reset default
Video out
Time & date
Exit
• To reset all camera settings to
the default settings.
• Set to PAL or NTSC to display
images on a television.
• To set the date and time stored
with each photo.
• To close a menu and return to
taking photos.
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LCD Display brightness
Choose to display images on the LCD display in low light or
bright conditions.
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Action
Normal view.
Increase contrast of view.
Managing stored images
When you select the PLAY menu, you can:
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View photos stored on the memory card one at a time
View multiple photos as thumbnails
Delete photos from the memory card
Lock photos (cannot delete)
Enlarge an image by 2X
Select image information
To display the PLAY menu
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Turn on the camera.
Press the Menu Dial.
The REC menu displays.
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Press the Menu Dial to display the PLAY menu icon.
Use the options to change the camera play settings.
Press the Menu Dial again to set the camera to PLAY
mode and close the menu.
The most recently stored photo displays in the LCD
display.
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Pressing the Menu Dial again displays the PLAY menu.
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Viewing images on the LCD display
You can view images stored in memory on the LCD display.
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Turn on the camera.
Press the Menu Dial to display the LCD menu.
The REC menu displays.
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Press the Menu Dial again to display the PLAY setting.
Rotate the Menu Dial to highlight PLAY.
Press the Menu Dial to select PLAY and close the menu.
The last photo you took appears. Turn the Menu Dial to
view all of the photos in memory.
Viewing images
In PLAY mode, you can turn the Menu Dial to view stored
images one at a time or view thumbnails of the images:
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With the PLAY menu selected, turn the Menu Dial to
highlight the MULTI icon.
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Press the Menu Dial to select.
A set of thumbnail images displays. The following icons
display on the left side of the LCD:
Up/down arrows: turn the Menu Dial to highlight
one of these arrows. Continue to turn the Menu
Dial to scroll through your photos.
Edit image: displays a larger version of the selected
thumbnail. You can delete or lock the image, or
return to the multi-image view.
Delete.
Lock/unlock.
Return to previous.
Return to full-sized image: closes the multiple-
image view and displays single full-sized images.
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Delete photos from your memory card
Warning: Once you delete an image, it cannot be retrieved.
You can lock images to prevent them from being deleted
from memory.
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With the PLAY menu selected, turn the Menu Dial to
highlight DELETE icon.
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Press the Menu Dial to select.
The Delete photos menu displays. Select from the
following:
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Current: Delete the currently selected photo.
All: Delete all photos.
Reformat: Delete all photos and reformats the
memory card.
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Exit: Cancel the operation and closes the Play
menu.
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For each choice, you are prompted to confirm your
choice.
Locking photos
You can prevent photos from being accidently deleted by
locking them:
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With the PLAY menu selected, turn the Menu Dial to
highlight the LOCK icon.
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Press the Menu Dial to select.
The Lock/Unlock menu is displayed. Select from the
following:
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Lock/Unlock: Change the status of the currently
selected photo (from an unlocked photo to locked).
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Lock All: Lock all photos on the memory card.
Unlock All: Unlock all photos on the memory card.
Exit: Cancel the operation and close the PLAY
menu.
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Enlarge an image by 2X
You can enlarge any displayed message displayed on the LCD
display.
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With the PLAY menu selected, turn the Menu Dial to
highlight the ZOOM 2x icon.
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Press the Menu Dial to select.
The photo is enlarged by a factor of two. Scroll bars are
displayed that you can use to view the entire image.
Set information display
You can display information about each photo you take on
the LCD display. For example, you can display the date and
time a photo was taken.
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With the PLAY menu selected, turn the Menu Dial to
highlight the INFO icon.
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Press the Menu Dial to display the Check Information
menu.
Select the options that you want to display with each
photo:
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Photo index: the number of the photo and the total
number of photos in memory
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Date: the date the image was taken
Lock mark: If a photo is locked, a lock icon
displays
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Resolution: the number of pixels contained in the
image
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Flash: the picture flash setting
Save and quit: Saves settings and closes the menu
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Set LCD display brightness
You can change the brightness of the LCD display to view
images in bright or dark conditions.
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With the PLAY menu selected, turn the Menu Dial to
highlight the LCD icon.
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Press the Menu Dial to display the brightness options.
You can choose to make the LCD display brighter or
darker.
Choose a logo
You can select one of your own photos to use as the logo that
appears on the LCD when you turn on the camera.
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Display the image you want to use as a logo on the LCD
display.
Display the PLAY menu and turn the Menu Dial to
highlight the LOGO icon.
Press the Menu Dial to display the logo options:
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Set as logo: sets the displayed image as the logo
Default logo: restores the original Polaroid logo
Exit: closes the menu
Taking Photos
The Polaroid PhotoMAX PDC 1100 Digital Camera Creative
Kit contains everything you need to take photos and transfer
them to your computer where you can edit them, e-mail
them, print them, and store them.
You can take photos using the optical viewfinder or using
the LCD display.
Use the optical viewfinder:
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For faster processing and flash recharge time
To extend battery life
Use the LCD display to optimize framing your image when
using the macro lens.
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To take a photo
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Turn on the camera (a).
To use the LCD display, slide the LCD switch up and
release (b).
Note: To change the camera settings see “Changing
Camera Settings” on page 13.
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Frame the subjects of your photo in the optical
viewfinder (c) or in the LCD display.
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Press the shutter button (d) halfway to focus the camera
and measure the light level. The camera is ready to take
a photo when the green LED indicator lights (e). Press
the shutter button all the way down to take the photo.
The red Wait indicator light (f) is on and the image
displays on the LCD display. Wait until the light is off
before you take another photo.
If the Quick Review setting is on, you can review and
delete an image immediately after you take it (see
“Advanced Menu” on page 19).
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Tips for Great Photos
Here are some tips to help you take better photos!
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Keep the sun behind you or at your side. Avoid having
the sun directly overhead.
Use the flash On setting if there is light behind your
subject.
In low light conditions, use the flash or use a tripod to
avoid camera movement during exposure.
Avoid extreme temperatures, which can affect battery
performance.
In low light, keep the subject within the flash range (3 ft.
to 10 ft. [1m to 3m]).
Avoid shooting toward reflective objects to avoid hot
spots in your photos.
Periodically clean the lens, the LED area on the front of
the camera, and the LCD display on the back of the
camera with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use cleaning
solutions or chemically-treated tissues.
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Installing Polaroid PhotoMAX Image
Maker Software
This section describes how to install Polaroid PhotoMAX
Image Maker Software and get help when using the software.
Minimum System Requirements
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PC with Pentium class processor
Microsoft Windows 95 or Windows 98
32 MB RAM
85 MB available hard drive space
2x or faster CD-ROM drive
Available RS-232C serial or USB port
Set monitor display to high-color (16-bit or 24-bit)
display settings at 1024 x 768 pixels (recommended)
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Sound card (recommended)
Mouse
To install the software
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Insert the Polaroid PhotoMAX CD in your CD-ROM
drive.
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Follow the instructions on your computer screen.
If the installation program does not start automatically,
do the following:
a. Select Run from the Windows Start menu.
b. Click Browse to locate your CD-ROM drive.
c. Select Setup.exe from the CD-ROM.
d. Click Open.
e. Click OK and follow the instructions on your com-
puter screen.
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To get help
To get help while using Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker
software:
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Click the Help button on the left side of the Polaroid
PhotoMAX window or click the ? button in the corner.
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Move your mouse cursor over any button or feature in
the software and right click your mouse to display
context-sensitive help that explains the software button
or feature.
You can use Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker software to:
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Create digital photo albums that you can use to sort and
organize your photos.
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Click Photo Album to open and explore this
screen.
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For online help, click the Help button and then
click on Using Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker
Software for a list of topics.
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Delete and take pictures with your PDC 1100 camera:
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Transfer images from your camera’s memory card
to your computer
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Delete images from your camera’s memory
Take photos from within the software.
To access these features, click the Photo Album button
on the main screen and click on the Acquire button.
For more information, see “Transferring Photos to Your
Computer” on page 29.
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Transferring Photos to Your Computer
The following sections describe how to transfer images from
the Polaroid PDC 1100 Digital Camera to your computer.
The drivers for the Polaroid PDC 1100 Digital Camera are
automatically installed with the Polaroid PhotoMAX Image
Maker Software included in your kit.
To transfer photos from your Polaroid PDC 1100 Digital
Camera to your computer you can use one of the following
methods:
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Serial port (cable provided with camera).
USB port (cable provided). USB is supported only for
Windows 98.
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Optional CompactFlash card readers that connect
through a parallel port or a PCMCIA-slot (available for
purchase).
Note: Use the AC adapter whenever possible to extend the
life of your batteries.
Connecting the camera to a computer
To connect using the serial cable
1
Turn off your computer and all its peripherals (scanner,
printer).
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Connect the serial cable to the serial port on the camera.
3
4
Connect the serial cable to the serial port on the back of
your computer.
Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the AC
power terminal on the camera and the other end of the
cable to a grounded electrical outlet.
5
Turn on your camera.
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7
Turn on your computer.
The Status panel on your camera displays a PC message
when the camera is properly connected to your
computer.
Start the Polaroid PhotoMAX software:
From the Windows desktop: Double-click the Polaroid
PhotoMAX icon on your desktop to start the Polaroid
PhotoMAX Image Maker Software.
From the Windows Start menu: Click on the Start menu,
select Programs then open the Polaroid PhotoMAX
folder and select PhotoMAX 3.0.
8
9
Click Photo Album.
The Photo Album window displays.
Select an existing photo album from the drop-down list
at the bottom of the page or select New to create a new
photo album.
A photo album is a file that you use to keep track of the
photos you download from your camera.
10 Click the Acquire icon at the bottom of the screen.
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The Select Source dialog box appears displaying the list
of supported devices.
11 Select PDC 1100 and click Select.
The Polaroid PDC 1100 TWAIN software opens. From
this dialog box, you can manage the photos in the
camera’s memory.
Note: The TWAIN software can be used with other
applications.
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To connect using the USB cable
With the power on in the computer:
1
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port
on the camera. The cable will only connect one way.
2
3
Connect the rectangular USB cable to the USB port on
the computer.
Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the AC
power terminal on the camera and the other end of the
cable to a grounded electrical outlet.
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5
Turn on the camera.
The computer will detect the camera.
When PC appears in the camera status panel, you can
start the Polaroid PhotoMAX software:
From the Windows desktop: Double-click the Polaroid
PhotoMAX icon on your desktop to start the Polaroid
PhotoMAX Image Maker Software.
From the Windows Start menu: Click on the Start menu,
select Programs then open the Polaroid PhotoMAX
folder and select PhotoMAX 3.0.
6
7
Click Photo Album.
The Photo Album window displays.
Select an existing photo album from the drop-down list
at the bottom of the page or select New to create a new
photo album.
A photo album is a file that you use to keep track of the
photos you download from your camera.
8
9
Click the Acquire icon at the bottom of the screen.
The Select Source dialog box appears displaying the list
of supported devices.
Select PDC 1100 and click Select.
The Polaroid PDC 1100 TWAIN software opens. From
this dialog box, you can manage the photos in the
camera’s memory.
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Transferring images to the computer
With a cable connection established between your computer
and the PDC 1100 and the Polaroid PDC 1100 dialog box
displayed, you can transfer images to your computer. To
transfer images:
1
Ensure that the Photo tab is displayed. Thumbnail
images of the photos in the camera memory are
displayed on this tab.
2
Click on the thumbnail images you want to transfer to
computer.
Use Shift-click or Control-click to select multiple
images.
3
When you’ve selected all of the images you want to
transfer, click the Get Selected Photos button.
Note: A Get Photos dialog box appears. The transfer
process begins. This process can take several minutes
over a serial connection.Use the AC adapter
whenever possible to extend the life of your batteries.
4
When the transfer is complete, the image appears in a
Photo Album page at the bottom of the screen.
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Deleting images in the camera memory
You can also delete the images stored on the camera memory
from the Photo tab.
•
By selecting thumbnail images displayed on this tab and
clicking the Delete Selected Photos from Camera you
can delete those photos from the camera’s memory.
•
Click Delete All Photos from Camera to clear the
camera memory.
Additional features in the Polaroid PDC 1100 dia-
log box
You can also take photos and adjust the cameras exposure
settings in the Polaroid PDC 1100 dialog box.
Take Photo
On this tab you have a display of the view through the
camera lens, a list of the camera settings, and you can click
Take to take a photo.
Camera Setting
On this tab you can adjust the camera settings. Change the
settings as necessary by selecting a new setting from the
appropriate drop-down list.
When you are finished, click Apply to send the changes to
the camera. You can then return to the Take Photo tab to
take a photo with the new settings.
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Displaying Images on a TV
You can view images stored in your camera on any TV
equipped with a video input terminal. For more
information about using your TV for video input, see the
manufacturer’s manual for your TV.
To display images on a TV
1
2
Turn off the TV and the power to the camera.
Open the memory compartment on your camera and
the plug the other end of the video cable into the TV
connection.
3
Plug one end of the video cable into the video input
connection on your TV.
4
5
Turn the TV on and set the channel used for video
input.
Set your TV to video mode, if needed.
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Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the AC
power terminal on the camera and the other end of the
cable to a grounded electrical outlet.
7
8
Turn the camera on.
Press the Menu Dial twice to review images.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Polaroid PhotoMAX
Image Maker
Software does not see
the PDC 1100 Digital
Camera.
•
•
Ensure that the digital camera power is turned on and
a PC message appears on the Status panel. Use the AC
adapter when downloading images.
For serial port connections, connect one end of the
serial cable to the computer serial port. Connect the
other end of the cable to the serial cable connector on
the digital camera. Make sure that the cables are
firmly attached to the digital camera and to the
computer.
•
•
For serial port connections, turn off the computer and
all peripherals and connect the camera. Turn on the
computer. Turn on the camera.
For USB port connections, connect one end of the
USB cable to the computer USB port. Connect the
other end of the cable to the USB cable connector on
the digital camera. Make sure that the cables are
firmly attached to the digital camera and to the
computer. If you cannot establish a connection, turn
off and on the computer. Launch the software.
•
Your serial port may have a conflict. Another software
application or hardware device (such as a hand-held
computer device) may be using your COMM port
settings. Turn off these other software and hardware
devices when the digital camera is connected to your
computer.
•
•
Your computer may have an internal BIOS conflict.
Read the instructional manual and other
documentation that came with your computer, or
check with the computer manufacturer for more
information.
Purchase an optional external memory card device.
See your local computer retailer for more
information.
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Problem
Solution
The digital camera
has no power.
•
•
•
Turn off and then turn on the digital camera. The
digital camera may have automatically turned off to
save battery power.
Check to make sure that the battery terminals
(+ and -) are correctly orientated as shown inside the
battery compartment.
The batteries are dead. Replace all four AA batteries.
Do not mix old batteries with new batteries, or use
different manufacturer’s batteries together. Purchase
rechargeable NiMH batteries to extend battery life.
•
•
Use the AC adapter whenever possible. Check to make
sure that the AC adapter is firmly attached to the
digital camera.
Cannot take a photo.
Press the shutter button down halfway to focus the
camera. Wait until the LED indicator light is steady
green. Press the shutter button all the way down to
take a photo.
•
•
•
•
The flash is charging. The flash icon blinks in the
Status display. Wait until the flash icon displays
without blinking (the flash is charged) and then take a
photo.
The digital camera is processing an image. The red
LED light displays while an image is being processed.
Wait until the image has finished processing before
taking another photo.
Check to make sure that the memory card is properly
inserted. If the CF icon blinks in the Status display, the
memory card is not inserted. Turn off the camera,
reinsert the memory card and turn on the camera.
The memory card is full. Connect the digital camera
to your computer and download the images on the
card. Delete images from the card to free up space and
then take photos.
•
•
The digital camera is connected to your computer.
Use the software controls to take a photo while the
digital camera is connected to a computer.
The memory card is corrupt. Reformat the memory
card or purchase a new memory card.
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Problem
Solution
The LCD display does
not turn on.
•
•
Turn the LCD display on/off switch to the on position.
The digital camera is connected to a computer or to a
television set. Disconnect the digital camera to turn
on the LCD display.
•
•
The batteries are weak. Replace the batteries or use the
AC adapter. To save battery power, use the optical
viewfinder when composing photos.
The live picture in the
LCD display looks
"jumpy."
The LCD display is being used in low light conditions.
Increase the amount of light, or use the optical
viewfinder to compose your photo.
The flash doesn’t
work.
•
•
The flash is turned off. Press the Menu Dial to change
the flash setting. Use the Autoflash setting for best
results.
The camera is set to the Autoflash setting. The
autosensor determined that there was sufficient light
in the setting to take a photo without the flash.
My photo looks
blurry.
•
•
The subject of your photo moved while the photo was
being taken. Remember to have your subjects remain
still while a photo is being taken.
The digital camera moved while the photo was being
taken. Hold the camera steady while taking a photo,
or use a tripod. There is a tripod mount on the
bottom of the camera.
•
•
The wrong focal setting was used. Press the Menu Dial
to change the focal setting in the LCD menu. Use the
Autofocus (AF) setting for best results.
My photo looks dark.
There was not enough light available when the photo
was taken. Use the Autoflash setting and increase the
amount of light (if possible).
•
•
The subject was too far away from the camera. The
flash range is 3 – 10 feet.
The Exposure advanced menu setting was changed.
Press the Menu Dial and open the Advanced Menu to
change the Exposure setting to Auto.
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Problem
Solution
My photo looks too
light.
•
The flash fired when lighting conditions didn’t need
it. Use the Autoflash setting.
•
The digital camera was focused on a bright object or
light. Try taking the photo from a different angle to
avoid bright spots in photos.
•
•
The subject was too close to the flash when the photo
was taken. Turn off the flash when using the Macro
lens setting, or take the photo from a greater distance.
The Exposure advanced menu setting was changed.
Press the Menu Dial and open the Advanced Menu to
change the Exposure setting to Auto.
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FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
For detailed information about FCC compliance, see the
online Polaroid PhotoMAX Image Maker Products User’s
Guide.
Camera Precautions
Observe the following precautions when you use the
Polaroid PDC 1100 Digital Camera:
•
•
•
•
Do not open the camera case or attempt your own
repairs. High-voltage internal components create the
risk of electrical shock when exposed. Return your
camera to authorized Polaroid service providers for all
maintenance and repairs.
Keep the camera away from water and other liquids.
Moisture creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Do not use the camera in the rain, at the seashore, or
any location where there is the possibility of exposure to
liquids.
Turn the camera power off, unplug the AC adapter, and
remove the batteries immediately if camera is exposed
to water or any other liquids. Using the camera under
these conditions creates the danger of electrical shock or
fire.
Do not open the battery compartment or unplug the
AC adapter while the red LCD light on the back of the
camera is on. If the camera loses power while processing
a new image, the new image cannot be stored and may
cause corruption of other stored images.
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Battery Handling
When using batteries:
•
•
•
Use only AA alkaline or lithium disposable batteries or
NiCad or NiMH rechargeable batteries with the camera.
Never mix old batteries with new batteries, or use
different types of batteries together.
Do not expose batteries to direct heat or dispose of
them by burning. Dispose of batteries according to local
laws and regulations.
•
•
Remove batteries from the camera if you are not going
to use the camera for an extended period of time.
Remove dead batteries from the camera. Dead batteries
are susceptible to leakage, and may cause significant
damage to your camera.
Caution: Camera damage caused by misuse of batteries
is not covered under the terms of the One Year
Limited Warranty.
Contacting Polaroid
You can call Polaroid toll-free within the U.S.A. at
1-800-432-5355, 7 days a week, 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. Eastern
Standard Time. When calling with a technical question, ask
for an Electronic Imaging or a Digital Imaging Specialist.
Please identify the Polaroid product and its serial number
(if applicable). If possible, have your system running the
software when you call.
We offer a variety of Customer Support Services. Call us for
details and applicable fees.
Outside the U.S.A., contact the Polaroid office nearest you.
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Internet support
Technical support is available via the Internet. Visit our Web
site at: www.polaroid.com
One Year Limited Warranty
Polaroid will, at our option, repair or replace any unit found
defective in manufacture within the warranty period. The
warranty period is determined by the date of purchase. Keep
the receipt as proof of purchase. Otherwise, the warranty
period is determined by the date of manufacture. This
warranty does not apply to damage caused by accident,
misuse or tampering, and excludes all consequential
damages except in jurisdictions not allowing such
exclusions or limitations.
Caution
This camera unit is battery operated. Supervise children
when camera is operated by them or used in their presence.
To avoid electrical shock, do not expose to or immerse in
water or other fluids, disassemble, or operate if dropped or
damaged. Contact a Polaroid Service Center for repair
information.
©1999 Polaroid Corporation, Cambridge, MA 02139, U.S.A., owner of the
trademarks “Polaroid”, “PhotoMAX” and “PDC”. “MAX the Bird” Copyright
1998 Polaroid Corporation. All other product names may be the property of
their respective owners. All rights reserved.
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PDC 1100
Technical Support Information
(This information replaces that found on Page 44)
Polaroid Corporation provides technical support for digital cameras at
http://www.polaroid.com/, and within the United States by calling
800-897-0356 from 10 A.M. to 7 P.M. EST, (Mon - Fri) and 10 A.M.
to 4 P.M. EST (Sat). Please note that phone support and repair services are
regional and may not be available for a particular product outside the
country where it was purchased. To obtain parts for cameras purchased in
the United States, call 800-343-4846 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, Mon. - Fri.
(Note: No technical support is available at this number.) A list of Polaroid
international sales and customer support offices is available at
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