Polaroid I-2 Quick Start Guide

Getting Started

Set Up

Follow these steps to set up your Polaroid I-2 camera:

1. Connect to Camera: Download the Polaroid app and connect it to your camera.
2. Select Language: Choose your preferred language.
3. Download App & Connect: Download the Polaroid App and connect it to the camera. The camera connects automatically via Bluetooth and will not appear in your phone's device list.

Load Film

Instructions for loading film:

1. Open the film door.
2. Insert the film pack, ensuring the dark slide faces forward.
3. Close the film door.
4. Press the shutter button. You will hear a [click sound] as the first film sheet is ejected.
5. The photo covered by the film shield will eject.
6. Important: Do not shake the photo! Place it in a dark place or face down on a flat surface to develop.

This camera works with I-TYPE FILM and 600 FILM.

Take a Shot

Capturing your first photo:

1. Frame Your Subject:
   • For portraits, frame your subject within the central area of the viewfinder.
   • For landscape shots, frame your subject using the entire viewfinder.
   The focus point is in the center of the viewfinder.
2. Press Shutter: Press the shutter button. The flash will fire automatically if needed.
3. Eject Photo: The photo covered by the film shield will eject from the camera.
4. Develop Photo: Do not shake the photo. Place it in a dark place or face down on a flat surface.

Adjust Exposure

Fine-tune your photo's brightness:

• Use the exposure dial to make photos darker or brighter.
• The dial has an [On/Off toggle] for flash.

Note: The camera automatically adjusts exposure in most modes, but you can use the EV dial to compensate.

Attach Handle

Instructions for attaching the handle are provided.

Camera Overview

Components

The Polaroid I-2 camera features numerous components:

• A [Flash]
• B [Shutter Button]
• C [Film Shield]
• D [Camera Lens]
• E [LIDAR Ranging]
• F [Viewfinder Front]
• G [Film Door Latch]
• H [Film Door]
• I [Tripod Mount]
• J [Selection Dial]
• K [EV Switch]
• L [Outer Display]
• M [Mode-OK Button]
• N [ON/OFF Button]
• O [Flash Button]
• P [Strap Mount]
• Q [USB-C Port]
• R [2.5mm Sync Port]
• S [Viewfinder]

Menu Navigation

Use the Selection Dial (J) and Mode-OK Button (M) to navigate camera menus.

The camera has a menu navigation system with options like Auto mode, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Multiple exposure, Manual mode, and Self-timer.

Displays

The camera has both an Outer Display (L) and an Inner Display:

Outer Display Indicators:

• 1 [Mode]
• 2 [Selection Dial Indicator]
• 3 [Aperture]
• 4 [Shutter Speed]
• 5 [Exposure Meter]
• 6 [Battery Level]
• 7 [Film Count]
• 8 [Focus Distance]
• 9 [AE-Lock]
• 10 [Flash Status]
• 11 [App Connected]
• 12 [Tripod Recommended]

Inner Display Indicators:

The inner display shows similar information, including focus distance, exposure meter, and AE-Lock status.

Advanced Features

Focus Distance

Aim the center of the autofocus frame at your subject. Half-pressing the shutter button displays the focus/subject distance on the inner and outer displays.

The viewfinder represents a photo framed at infinity (∞). For subjects closer than 8 meters, center your subject, lock focus, and adjust framing.

• Under 0.4m = Too Close! [!]
• Over 8m = Infinity [∞]

Focus - Exposure Lock

Half-pressing the shutter button locks both exposure and focus on the subject. For off-center subjects, keep the button half-pressed, re-aim the autofocus frame, and then shoot.

Exposure Meter

In Manual mode, the exposure meter helps achieve the correct exposure (indicated by '0').

• If the meter points right: Photo will be overexposed. Try a faster shutter speed or a higher f-number.
• If the meter points left: Photo will be underexposed. Try a slower shutter speed or a lower f-number.

In other modes, the camera auto-selects exposure, but EV compensation will be reflected on the displays.

Subject Framing

Ensure your subject is centered within the frame by locking focus and adjusting framing, especially for subjects closer than 8m.

Polaroid App

While the Polaroid I-2 works as a standalone camera, the Polaroid App offers additional features and greater control over your photography. Download it from the [App Store] or [Google Play].

Support and Information

For a complete User Manual and support, visit polaroid.com/i2-manual.

For problems or questions, contact Customer Support or visit polaroid.com/help.

USA/Canada: usa@polaroid.com, +1-212-219-3254

EU/Rest of World: service@polaroid.com, 00800 5770 1500

This product is made in China for, and distributed by, Polaroid International B.V., Amsterdam, The Netherlands. POLAROID, the Color Spectrum, and the Classic Border Logo are protected trademarks of Polaroid. © 2023 Polaroid. All Rights Reserved.

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