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User's Guide (Full version)

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Table of Contents
Before Use����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
Notes on Disposing of the Printer������������������������������������������ 3
Part Names���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
Installing the App���������������������������������������������������������������������� 4
Charging the Battery���������������������������������������������������������������� 4
Battery Status Indication with the LED�����������������������������������������4
Charging Status Indication with the LED�������������������������������������4

Loading/Unloading the instax mini Film Pack��������������������� 5
Loading the Film Pack����������������������������������������������������������������������5
Unloading a Used Film Pack�����������������������������������������������������������5

Turning on/off the Printer�������������������������������������������������������� 6
Checking the Printer Status with the LED����������������������������� 6
Connecting and Printing���������������������������������������������������������� 6
When Connecting to the Printer for the First Time��������������������6
When the Printer and Smartphone Are Already Connected����8

Reprinting an Image����������������������������������������������������������������� 9
Controlling the App with the Orientation of the Printerand the Power Button�������������������������������������������������������������10
Changing the App Mode When the Home Screen Is
Selected on the App���������������������������������������������������������������������� 10
Controlling Zoom and Shutter When Using the instax
Camera on the App������������������������������������������������������������������������ 10

Specifications���������������������������������������������������������������������������11
Troubleshooting����������������������������������������������������������������������11
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE�������������������������������������������������12
Simple Printer Care������������������������������������������������������������������������ 13
Bluetooth® Devices: Cautions������������������������������������������������������ 13

Independent JPEG Group (IJG) Licenses
This software is based in part on the work of the Independent
JPEG Group.
© 2019 FUJIFILM Corporation. All rights reserved.

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Before UsePart Names

Before using the printer, check the following has been included.
Supplied Accessories• USB cable for charging (1)• User's Guide (1) hen using the printer for the first time, ensure that the batteryWis fully charged.
Front
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Notes on Disposing of the Printer
A built-in lithium ion battery is used for this printer.
When you dispose of the printer, follow your local regulations.
Please refer to the supplied CONTACT INFORMATION sheet for
queries.
If your country or region is not included in the sheet, pleasecontact your local distributor.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the built-in battery, this may cause
injury.
Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in
Private Households
Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment(Applicable in the European Union and other
European countries with separate collection
systems)
This symbol on the product, or in the manual and in the warranty,
and/or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not betreated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to an
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical andelectronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences to the environment andhuman health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of this product.
The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you have purchased the
product.
In Countries outside of EU: If you wish to discard this product,
please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct way of
disposal.
This Symbol on the batteries or accumulators
indicates that those batteries shall not be treated as
Household waste.
For customers in Turkey:
EEE Complies with Directive.
Read “IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE” (p. 12) for safety use.

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Rear

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1 Film ejection slot
2 Power button/LED*1
3 USB port cover4 USB port
5 Reset button*2
6 Film door lock
7 Film door
*1 For details on the LED indication, see pages 4 and 6.
*2 I f the printer does not work properly, press the reset button toreset the printer.

3Installing the App
Please install the mini Link Smartphone App before using theprinter.
• If you are using an Android OS smartphone, please search forthe mini Link Smartphone App in Google Play Store and installit.
*Requirements for Android OS smartphones: Android Ver. 5.0
or higher with Google Play Store installed• If you are using an iOS smartphone, please search for themini Link Smartphone App in the App Store and install it.
*Requirements for iOS smartphones: iOS Ver. 10.0 or higher• Even if you have downloaded the app and your smartphone
meets the above requirements, you may not be able to use themini Link Smartphone App. This is dependent upon yoursmartphone model.
Access instax mini Link app download site for the latest
information on system requirements.

Charging the Battery
Ensure USB is correctly attached as indicated.

To an indoor power
outletConnect the printer using the supplied USB cable to a USB AC
adapter then connect the USB AC adapter to an indoor power
outlet.
• You can print an image while charging is in progress.
• Charging time is approximately 80 to 120 minutes.

Battery Status Indication with the LED
Battery status can be determined whilst the printer is notconnected to the app. Battery status can also be checked whilst
the printer is connected to your smartphone via the app.
Indication
Battery status
LED lights up in red
Low battery remaining
LED lights up in green
Battery is over halfway charged

Charging Status Indication with the LED
Battery status can be checked with the LED.
Indication
Charging status
LED flashes in red
Charging
LED flashes in green
Charging almost complete
LED lights up in green(When the printer is turned
Chargedon and not connected tothe app)
LED goes off (When theChargedprinter is turned off )Charging from a PC:• Connect the printer and PC directly. Do not connect via a USB
hub or keyboard.
• If the PC goes into sleep mode while charging, charging is
discontinued. To continue charging, exit sleep mode and thenreconnect the USB cable.
• The battery may not be able to charge depending on thespecifications, settings or conditions of the PC .
Notes
• The battery cannot be removed.
• The battery is not fully charged when shipped. Be sure to
charge the battery before use.
• For notes about the battery, see “Common Sense Printer Care”.
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Loading/Unloading the instax mini Film Pack
Caution
Do not open the film door until you have used up the film;
otherwise, the rest of the film will become exposed and turnwhite. The film can no longer be used.
• When you load the film pack, never press the two rectangularholes on the back of the film pack.
• Never use a film pack beyond its shelf life; otherwise, it may
damage the printer.
Use FUJIFILM instax mini Instant Film only. The instax SQUARE
film or instax WIDE film cannot be used.
Notes on the film pack
• Each FUJIFILM instax mini film pack contains one black film
protective cover and 10 film sheets.
• Do not remove the film pack from its inner foil packaging
until you are ready to load the film into the printer.
• The film cover is ejected automatically when the film door isclosed.
For details, refer to the instructions and warnings on FUJIFILM
instax mini Instant Film.

3 Close the film door.

4 The black film protective cover will automatically beejected. This can be removed and disposed of.

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Loading the Film Pack

1 Slide and hold the film door lock, then open the film
door.

Unloading a Used Film Pack

1 Slide and hold the film door lock, then open the film
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door.

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2 Insert film pack by aligning the yellow marks on thefilm pack and body of the printer.

2 Grasp the rectangular holes on the film pack andremove the empty film cartridge.

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Note
Be sure to align the yellow marks on the printer and on thefilm pack.

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Turning on/off the PrinterConnecting and Printing
When Connecting to the Printer for the First Time

1 Press and hold the Power button for approximately
1 second to turn the printer on.
The LED lights up.

Press and hold the Power button for approximately 1 second toturn the printer on or off.
Turning the printer on lights up the LED.
If no operation occurs for roughly 10 minutes, the printer turns off
automatically.

Checking the Printer Status with the LED

2 Open the “mini Link” app.

The following LED activity will indicate the following printer status.
Color
LED status
StatusBlue
Lit-solid
Connecting with the app/
Print mode
OrangeLit-solid
Connecting with the app/Fun mode
Pink
Lit-solid
Connecting with theapp/instax Camera mode
White
Flashing waveConnecting with the app/like form
Operation screen
White
Flashing
Firmware is being updated
PurpleLit-solid
Reprinting
Rainbow color FlashingTransferring an image–*
Flashing*
Printing
Yellow
Lit-solid
Critical error occurred
Yellow
Flashing quickly Non-critical error occurred
Yellow
Flashing slowly
Minor error occurred
Red
Flashing
Charging
Green
Flashing
Charging almost completeGreen
Lit-solid
Charged (When the printeris turned on and notconnected with the app)

3 Read the terms of use, then put a checkmark in the*During printing, the color of the flashing LED changes dependingon the main colors of the image being transferred.

6[Agree to this content] box, and tap [Agree to thiscontent →].

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4 Quick instructions are displayed. Read the
instructions and tap [I Understood →].

Set the [Bluetooth Connection] to [Later].
[Bluetooth Connection] can also be set in the process ofprinting.

6 Tap

or swipe up on the screen.

Before tapping, tappingon the lower right adjusts
the image and tappingon the lower left filters theimage.

Note
If your Bluetooth settings are switched off, the following
screen appears.
Tapping [Please turn on Bluetooth] opens the Bluetoothsettings screen. Set the Bluetooth settings on.

7 When a printer is detected, tap [Connect].

If multiple printers are detected, select the printer toconnect from the list.
The printers identifier (device name) is located on thebottom of the printer.

5 Select an image that you wish to print.

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8 When a printer is connected, tap [Close].

When the Printer and Smartphone Are AlreadyConnected

1 Press and hold the Power button for approximately
1 second to turn the printer on.
The LED lights up.

9 Tap

again.

The printer starts printing.

10 When the film has been ejected (the printer stops
making a sound), hold the edge of the film andremove from the printer.

2 Open the “mini Link” app.

You can view the number of films remaining on the app.

3 Select an image that you wish to print.

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4 Tap

or swipe up on the screen.

The printer starts printing.
Before tapping, tappingon the lower right adjusts
the image and tappingon the lower left filters theimage.

5 When the film has been ejected (the printer stops
making a sound), hold the edge of the film andremove from the printer.

You can view the number of films remaining on the app.

Reprinting an Image
The last image printed can be reprinted by turning the printer overwith the film ejection slot facing downwards and pressing thepower button.

Notes• When the printer is connected with the app and the app is ininstax Camera mode, you cannot use the reprint function.
• The last stored image that has been printed is deleted when theprinter is turned off. In this case, you are able to print the image
from the app.
• When reprinting with the film ejection slot facing downwards,
keep at least 10 cm distance between the printer and otherobjects.

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Controlling the App with the Orientation of
the Printer and the Power Button

Controlling Zoom and Shutter When Using the
instax Camera on the App

When this printer is linked to the app on your smartphone ortablet, you can control the app by tilting the printer. (Smartphone
app linked function)
For details, refer to the FAQ of the mini Link app.

Tilt the printer forward to zoom in.

Note
Make sure that [Camera operation settings] is set to [ON] on themini Link app. When it is set to [OFF], this function is unavailable.

Changing the App Mode When the Home Screen Is
Selected on the App
Stand the printer up to switch to Print mode.
Tilt the printer backward to zoom out.

Lay the printer down with the Power button facing upwards toswitch to Fun mode.

Notes• You can change the app mode using the printer only when thehome screen is selected.
• The Fun mode and Print mode buttons can be used regardlessof the selected mode.

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Press the Power button to release the shutter.

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Specifications

Troubleshooting

Recording method

3-color exposure with OLED

Film used

FUJIFILM instax mini Instant Film (soldseparately)

Number of films

10 films/pack

Image size

62 mm × 46 mm

Supported image
size

800 × 600 dots

Printing resolution

12.5 dots/mm (318 dpi, 80 μm dot pitch)

Printing levels

256 levels per color (RGB)Interface

Standard compliance: Bluetooth Ver. 4.2(BLE)

Supported image
formatPlease check the following items before considering a problem tobe a malfunction. If the problem persists even after taking action,please contact the FUJIFILM service center for repair in yourcountry or visit the website below.
FUJIFILM website: http://www.fujifilm.com/
If the following problem occurs...
ProblemPossible causes and solutions

I cannot turn on
the printer.

• The battery may not be charged. Pleasecharge the printer.
• You did not press the Power button forlong enough. Press and hold the Powerbutton for approximately 1 second.

JPEG, PNG, HEIFThe battery
loses its charge
quickly.

If you use the printer in a very cold
environment, the battery will drain quickly.
Please keep the printer warm before
printing.

Printing time

Image recording - photo output (fed out):
Approximately 12 sec.

The power cut
off during use.

The battery level may be low. Please charge
the printer.

Approximate
printing capacity

Approximately 100 prints (from fullcharge)* The number of prints depends on theusage conditions.

Charging does
not start.

Make sure that the USB power adapter plug
is properly connected to the power outlet.

The printer takes
too long tocharge.

At low temperatures, charging may takelonger.

Charging stops
during charging.

Charge the battery in a temperature range of+5 °C to +40 °C. If you cannot charge theprinter in this range, contact your FUJIFILM
dealer or support center.

The printer does
not function
normally.

• There may be a temporary malfunction.
Please press the reset button. If the printerstill does not function normally, pleasecontact our repair service center for repair.
• The battery may not be charged. Pleasecharge the printer.

The film packdoes not load ordoes not loadcorrectly.

• Please use FUJIFILM instax mini Instant
Film (other films cannot be used).
• Align the yellow mark on the film packwith the yellow alignment marker on theprinter body, once aligned load the film
into the printer.

The film does
not unload.

• The film may be misaligned due to shocksuch as vibration or dropping. Please loada new film pack.
• If the film is jammed, turn the printer off
and turn it on again. If the problem
persists, remove the jammed film andthen load a new film pack.

Some or all of
the finishedprints are white.

Do not open the film door until the film has
been used up. If the film door is opened withfilm remaining, the film will be exposed andbecome white.

Power supply

Lithium ion battery (internal type: notremovable)

Charging time

Approximately 80 to 120 minutes(Charging time depends on thetemperature and battery remaining level)

Power consumption

Approximately 3 W

Operatingenvironment

Temperature: +5 ºC to +40 ºC
Humidity: 20% to 80% (no condensation)

Main unit
dimensions

90.3 mm × 34.6 mm × 124.5 mm(excluding projecting parts)

Main unit mass

Approximately 209 g (excluding film
pack)Supplied accessory

USB cable (BOD700, Length: 30 cm)*The above specifications are subject to change for performance
improvement.

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ProblemPossible causes and solutions

The print isuneven.

• Do not shake, bend, fold or hold the print
immediately after it is printed.
• Do not obstruct the film ejection slot.

I cannot reprint
images.

The last stored image that has been printed
is deleted when the printer is turned off.

I cannot change
the app modeeven when
operating themini Link app.

Setting [Camera operation settings] on themini Link app to [ON] enables thesmartphone app linked function to work.
Check the orientation of the printer.

The functionthat is used bytilting theprinter does notwork.

Confirm that [Camera operation settings] on
the mini Link app is set to [ON].

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICEThis product has been designed with safety in mind and to also
provide safe service when handled correctly in accordance with
the User’s Guide and the instructions provided. It is important thatboth the product and the “instax mini” film are handled properly
and used only to print pictures as instructed in the User’s Guide
and in the “instax mini” film instructions. For your ease and safety,
please follow what is written in the User’s Guide. It is also a goodidea to keep the User’s Guide in a safe, easy to find place where
you can refer to it if needed.

WARNING
This symbol indicates danger, which could result in injury or death.
Please follow these instructions.

WARNINGI f any of the following instances occur, immediately unplug theUSB cable, turn the printer off and cease use.
• The printer becomes hot, emits smoke, emits a burnt smell or isfunctioning abnormally.
• The printer is dropped into water or any foreign objects enter
the printer.
This device contains a built-in battery. Do not subject to heat,
throw it into an open fire, drop or subject to impact. Doing so
could cause the printer to explode.

WARNING ever attempt to take this product apart. You may be injured.
NIf the printer is not functioning correctly, to avoid injury do not
attempt to repair yourself. You may be injured.
If this product is dropped or damaged so that the internals arevisible, do not touch it. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
Do not touch any parts within the inside of the back cover. Thismay cause injury.
Never get this product wet or handle it with wet hands. Doing so
may result in an electric shock.
Promptly unplug the USB cable once battery is fully charged.
Keep out of the reach of small children. This product could cause
injury in the hands of a child.
Do not cover or wrap the printer or the AC power adapter in acloth or blanket. This can cause heat to build up and distort thecasing or cause a fire.
The “CE” mark certifies that this product satisfies therequirements of the EU (European Union) regarding
safety, public health, environment and consumer
protection. (“CE” is the abbreviation of Conformité
Européenne.)
Hereby, FUJIFILM declares that the radio equipment type
“instax mini Link1” is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
For more information, access the website below.
https://www.fujifilm.com/products/instant_photo/printers/
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Simple Printer Care■■ Printer Care
1. Do not open the film door until all film exposures havebeen used, doing so will prematurely expose the remaining
film and render it unusable.
2. Your printer is a fragile object. Do not expose it to water, sandor gritty materials.
3. Do not use solvent such as thinner or alcohol to remove dirt.
4. Keep the film chamber and printer interior clean to avoid
damaging films.
5. Do not leave your printer in direct sunlight or hot places suchas the inside of a car. Do not leave the printer in damp places
for prolonged periods.
6. Moth repellent gas such as naphthalene may affect yourprinter and prints. Take care to keep your printer and prints in asafe, dry place.
7. Note that the temperature range within which your printer canoperate is +5°C to +40°C.
8. Take great care to ensure that printed materials do not violate
copyright, image rights, privacy or other personal rights anddo not offend public decency. Actions that violate the rights ofothers, are contrary to public decency or constitute a nuisancemay be punishable by law or otherwise legally actionable.
9. This printer is designed for household use. It is not suitable forcommercial use.
■■ Charging the Battery
The battery has not been charged during manufacture. Pleasecharge the battery fully before use.
Charge the battery using the supplied USB cable. Charging
times will increase at ambient temperatures below +10 °C or
above +35 °C. Do not attempt to charge the battery attemperatures above +40 °C or at temperatures below +5 °C as
the battery will not charge.
■■ Battery Life
At normal temperatures, the battery can be recharged about
300 times. A noticeable decrease in the length of time thebattery will hold a charge indicates that it has reached the endof its service life.
■■ Cautions: Handling the Battery
The battery and printer body may become warm to the touch
after extended use. This is normal.
■■ Certification marks acquired by the printer are located inside
the film chamber.
■■ Cautions During Printing

2. Do not puncture, tear, or cut “instax mini” film. If film becomesdamaged, do not use.
3. When you load a film pack, use the film as soon as possible.
4. If the film has been kept in a place where the temperature is
extremely high or low, bring it to room temperature before
starting to print pictures.
5. Be sure to use the film before the expiration or “Use Before” date.
6. Avoid airport checked luggage inspection and other strong
X-ray illumination. The effect of fogging, etc. may appear onunused film. We recommend that you carry the printer and/or
the film onto the aircraft as carry-on luggage. (Check with each
airport for more information.)
7. Avoid strong light, and keep the developed prints in a cool anddry place.
8. Do not puncture or cut this film as it contains a small amountof caustic paste (high alkaline). Never let children or animals
put the film into their mouth. Also pay attention so that thepaste does not come into contact with skin or clothes.
9. Should the paste inside the film come into contact with skin or
clothes, immediately wash off with plenty of water. If the paste
comes into contact with the eyes or mouth, immediately wash
the area with plenty of water and contact a doctor. Note thatthe alkaline inside the film remains active for about 10 minutes
after the picture has been printed.
■■ Cautions on Handling the Film and Prints
For details, refer to the instructions and warnings on FUJIFILM
Instant Film “instax mini”.

Bluetooth® Devices: Cautions
Do not shake theprinter while
printing.

Do not drop theprinter while
printing.

Do not cover thefilm ejection slot
while printing.

■■ “instax mini” Film and Print Care
See FUJIFILM Instant Film “instax mini” for film use instructions.
Follow all instructions for safe and proper use.
1. Keep the film in a cool place. Do not leave the film in a place
where the temperature is extremely high (e.g., in a closed car)for many hours.

IMPORTANT: Read the following notices before using the
product’s built-in Bluetooth transmitter.
■■ Use only as part of a Bluetooth network.
FUJIFILM Corporation and its affiliates do not accept liability fordamages resulting from unauthorized use. Do not use inapplications requiring a high degree of reliability, for example inmedical devices or other systems that may directly or indirectly
impact human life. When using the device in computer andother systems that demand a greater degree of reliability than13

Bluetooth networks, be sure to take all necessary precautions toensure safety and prevent malfunction.
■■ Use only in the country in which the device was purchased.
This device conforms to regulations governing Bluetooth
devices in the country in which it was purchased. Observe all
location regulations when using the device. FUJIFILM
Corporation and its affiliates do not accept liability for problems
arising from use in other jurisdictions.
■■ Wireless data (images) may be intercepted by third parties.
The security of data transmitted over wireless networks is notguaranteed.
Do not use the device in locations subject to magnetic fields,
static electricity, or radio interference.
■■ Do not use the transmitter in the vicinity of microwave ovens
or in other locations subject to magnetic fields, static
electricity, or radio interference that may prevent reception of
wireless signals. Mutual interference may occur when thetransmitter is used in the vicinity of other wireless devices
operating in the 2.4 GHz band.
■■ The Bluetooth transmitter operates in the 2.4 GHz band. The
standard output is approximately 3.16 mW.
■■ This device operates on the same frequency as commercial,educational, and medical devices and wireless transmitters.
It also operates on the same frequency as licensed transmittersand special unlicensed low-voltage transmitters used in radiofrequency identification tracking systems for assembly lines andin other similar applications.
■■ To prevent interference with the above devices, observe thefollowing precautions.
Confirm that the radio-frequency identification transmitter is
not in operation before using this device. If you notice that thisdevice causes interference in low-voltage radio-frequency
identification tracing systems, contact a FUJIFILM
representative.
■■ The following may be punishable by law:
– Disassembly or modification of this device.
– Removal of device certification labels.
■■ Trademark Information
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by
FUJIFILM is under license.
Information for traceability in Europe
Manufacturer: FUJIFILM Corporation
Address, City: 7-3, Akasaka 9-Chome, Minato-ku, TokyoCountry: JAPAN
Authorized representative in Europe:
FUJIFILM EUROPE GMBH
Address, City: Dusseldorf Heesenstrasse 31, 40549
Country: Germany
If you have any inquiries about this product, please contact a
FUJIFILM authorized dealer, or access the website below.
http://www.fujifilm.com/

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