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KODAK ADVANTIX T500 Auto Focus Camera
Taking Pictures

Typical print sizes (formats)

C H P
Classic Group (HDTV) Panoramic
3 x 5 in. or 4 x 6 in.
(88.9 x 127 mm or
102 x 152 mm) 		3.5 x 6 or 4 x 7 in.
(88.9 x 152 mm or
102 x 178 mm)		 3.5 x 8.5 in. to 4 x 11.5 in.
(88.9 x 216 mm to
102 x 292.7 mm)
NOTE: Your photofinisher will generally provide 4 x 6, 4 x 7, and 4 x 11.5 in. (102 x 152, 102 x 178, and 102 x 292.7 mm) sizes. Some local printers may offer 3.5 x 5, 3.5 x 6, and 3.5 x 8.5 in. (88.9 x 127, 88.9 x 152, and 88.9 x 216 mm) sizes.

You can take Classic (C), Group/HDTV (H)*, and Panoramic (P) pictures on the same film cassette. Your photo-processing cost may be based on the format size(s) that you use to expose the film.
* High Definition Television (HDTV) prints are the same aspect ratio as the TV for CD interface capabilities.

  1. Press the ON/OFF BUTTON to open the lens cover and to turn the camera ON.

  2. Move the FORMAT-SELECTOR SWITCH to select desired format (C, H, or P). The viewfinder will change to show the selected field of view.

  3. .Frame your subject within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE. For a sharp picture, stand at least 1.3 ft (0.4 m) from your subject.
  4. Partially depress the shutter button. When the FLASH/CAMERA-READYLAMP glows green, fully depress the shutter button to take the picture (see table for Flash/warning-lamp signals).

Using the focus lock

This camera automatically focuses on whatever is within the auto-focus (AF) circle of the viewfinder eyepiece. To get a sharp picture, make sure the AF circle is on your main subject. If you want to take a picture with the subject positioned outside of the AF circle, use the focus lock as follows:

  1. Place the AF circle on the subject that you want focused in the picture.

  2. Partially depress and hold the SHUTTER BUTTON to lock the focus position.
  3. While still partially depressing the shutter button, move the camera until your subject is where you want it within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE.

  4. Press the shutter button completely down to take the picture.

Tips for better pictures

  • Move close enough to your subject so it fills the viewfinder but not closer than 1.3 ft (0.4 m).
  • Take pictures at the subject's level. Kneel down to take pictures of children and pets.
  • Hold your camera vertically to capture tall, narrow subjects, such as a waterfall, skyscraper, or a single person.
  • Add interest to your picture by framing it with a tree branch, a window, or even the rails of a fence.
  • Keep the sun behind you. This provides the best subject illumination.

Owner's Manual Contents
Regulatory Information | Features | Camera Identification | Attaching the Strap | Loading the Battery | Loading the Film | Taking Pictures | Taking Flash Pictures | Selecting Flash Modes and the Infinity-Focus Mode | Using the Self-timer | Date and Time Imprinting | Setting the Language | Print Title Imprinting | Unloading the Film | Caring for Your Camera | Troubleshooting | Specifications