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User's Guide (Full version)model number: FI017W

FI017-EN-WW-02

Table of Contents
Before Use����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
Notes on Disposing of the Printer������������������������������������������ 3
Part Names���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
Installing the App���������������������������������������������������������������������� 4
Charging the Battery���������������������������������������������������������������� 4
LED charging status indicator��������������������������������������������������������4

Loading/Unloading the “instax SQUARE” Film Pack����������� 5
Loading a Film Pack��������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Unloading a Used Film Pack�����������������������������������������������������������5

Turning the Printer on/off ������������������������������������������������������� 6
Printer Status – LED Light Indicator��������������������������������������� 6
Connecting and Printing���������������������������������������������������������� 6
When connecting to the printer for the first time����������������������6
When the Printer and Smartphone are Already Connected�����9

Reprinting an Image���������������������������������������������������������������10
Taking a Photo with the App�������������������������������������������������11
Enjoying AR Print and INSTAX Connect������������������������������11
Specifications*�������������������������������������������������������������������������11
Troubleshooting����������������������������������������������������������������������12
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE�������������������������������������������������13
Simple printer care������������������������������������������������������������������������ 13
Bluetooth® Devices: Cautions������������������������������������������������������ 15

Independent JPEG Group (IJG) Licenses
This software is based in part on the work of the Independent
JPEG Group.
© 2022 FUJIFILM Corporation. All rights reserved.

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Please peel off the protective covers before use.

Before UsePart Names

Before using the printer, check the following has been included
with your printer.
Supplied Accessories• USB Type-C cable for charging (1)• User’s Guide (1) hen using the printer for the first time, ensure that the batteryWis fully charged.
Front
1(YG059291QBU0000)
2T he battery is not fully charged at the factory, be sure to
charge the battery before using the printer.

653Notes 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 anddispose of it properly.
Please refer to the supplied CONTACT INFORMATION sheet forinquiry.
If your country or region is not included in the sheet, pleasecontact your local distributor.
CAUTION
Do not remove the built-in battery by yourself; otherwise, you may
be injured.
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, in the manual and in the warranty,
and/or on its packaging indicates that this product should not betreated as household waste. Instead, it should be taken to an
appropriate 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 this product, pleasecontact your local city office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you 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 indicatesthat those batteries should not be treated as household
waste.
For customers in Turkey:
EEE Complies with Directive.
Read “IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE” (p. 13) for safety use.

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Rear
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1 Film ejection slot
2 Function button
3 Power button/LED*1
4 USB port cover
5 Reset button*2
6 USB Type-C port
7 Film door lock
8 Film door
*1 F or details on the LED indication status, see pages 4 and 6.
*2 I f the printer does not work properly, press the reset button toreset the printer.

Installing the App

Charging the Battery

Please install the instax SQUARE Link app on your smartphone
before using the printer.
• If you are using an Android OS smartphone, please search forthe instax SQUARE Link app in the Google Play Store and installit.
*Requirements for Android OS smartphones: Android Ver. 7.0
or higher with Google Play Store installed• If you are using an iOS smartphone, please search for the
instax SQUARE Link app in the App Store and install it.
*Requirements for iOS smartphones: iOS Ver. 12.0 or higher• Even if you have downloaded the app and your smartphone
meets the above requirements, you may not be able to use theinstax SQUARE Link app. This is dependent upon yoursmartphone model.
Access the instax SQUARE Link app download site for the latest
information on system requirements.

Connect the printer using the supplied USB Type-C cable to a USB
AC adapter (supplied with your smartphone) then connect the
USB AC adapter to an indoor power supply.
• You can print an image while charging is in progress.
• Charging time is approximately 80 to 120 minutes.

Scan to download the instax SQUARE Link Smartphone App

LED charging status indicator

iOS

Android OS

The text QR Code itself is a registered trademark and wordmark of
Denso Wave Incorporated.

When the printer is turned on:
Indicator
Charging status
LED lights up white
Not charging or charging is complete
LED flashes white
Charging
When the printer is turned off:
Indicator
Charging status
LED is turned off
Not charging or charging is complete
LED flashes green
Charging
Check the charging status with your smartphone when connectedto the app.
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 ispaused. To continue charging, exit sleep mode and thenreconnect the USB Type-C cable.
• The battery may not be able to charge depending on thespecifications, settings or conditions of the PC.
Notes• The battery is not fully charged at the factory, be sure to
charge the battery before using the printer.
• The battery cannot be removed.
• For notes about the battery, see “Simple printer care”. (p.13)

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Loading/Unloading the “instax SQUARE” Film
Pack
Caution
Do not open the film door until you have used up all of thefilm; otherwise, the remainder of the film will be exposed andturn white, exposed 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 SQUARE Instant Film only. instax mini Filmand instax WIDE Film cannot be used.
Notes on the film pack
• Each FUJIFILM instax SQUARE 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 SQUARE Instant Film packaging.

Loading a Film Pack

1 Slide the film door lock to unlock, then open the film
door.

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

3 Close the film door.

4 A black film cover will automatically be ejected,
remove and dispose.

Unloading a Used Film Pack

1 Slide the film door lock to open the film door.
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2 Grasp the rectangular holes on the film pack andremove the empty film cartridge, and dispose.
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Note
Be sure to align the yellow marks on the printer and on thefilm pack.

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Turning the Printer on/off

Connecting and Printing
You can enjoy creating various prints such as adding text andapplying filters to images with the functions of theinstax SQUARE Link App.
For details on how to use the app, refer to the following site.
https://instax.com/square_link/

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.
• The LED lights up when the printer is turned on.
• The printer turns off automatically when not in use for a certain
period of time.

Printer Status – LED Light Indicator
The LED light indicates the printer status.
Indication
Status
LED flashes blue
Firmware is being updated
LED flashes purple
Reprinting
LED lights up yellow for 3
Low battery
seconds, then turns off* If this phenomenon continues
even after charging, there may be
a malfunction. In such cases,
contact a FUJIFILM authorized
dealer.
LED continues flashing
Print error occurred
yellow* If this phenomenon frequently
occurs, there may be amalfunction. In such cases,
contact a FUJIFILM authorized
dealer.

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2 Open the “instax SQUARE Link” App.

3 Setup the app as indicated below.

4 Read the terms of use, then put a checkmark in the[Agree] box, and tap [Agree →].

5 Quick instructions are displayed. Read the
instructions and tap [Let’s Play! →].

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6 Tap [Set].

[Bluetooth connection] can also be set in the process ofprinting.

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

8 When this message is displayed, put a checkmark in
the check box and tap [PAIR].

9 When a printer is connected, tap [Cancel].

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

10 Select an image that you wish to print.
Note
When your smartphone’s Bluetooth is switched off, tap[Please turn on Bluetooth] to turn the Bluetooth settings on.

To edit images
The following image editing options are available before
printing.
Enters text or adds a sticker on images.
Zooms in/out and can rotate images.
Applies a filter to images.
Adjusts the brightness of images.

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or swipe up on the screen.

The printer will start printing.
You can also select the number of copies to print during
image transfer.

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.

12 When the film has been ejected (the printer stops

2 Open the “instax SQUARE Link” App.

making a sound), hold the edge of the film andremove from the printer.

You can view the number of prints remaining in the app.

3 Select an image that you wish to print.

To edit images
The following image editing options are available before
printing.
Enters text or adds a sticker on images.
Zooms in/out and can rotate images.
Applies a filter to images.
Adjusts the brightness of images.

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4 Tapor swipe up on the screen.

The printer will start printing.
You can also select the number of copies to print during
image transfer.

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 prints remaining in the app.

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Reprinting an Image
The last image printed can be reprinted by pressing the function
button for 2 seconds.

Note• 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.

Taking a Photo with the App
You can take a photo using the INSTAX Camera mode provided
with the app. You can also use the following options: flash/switching between front and rear cameras/self-timer/date
insertion. For details, see “FAQ” of the instax SQUARE Link app.

1 Enter INSTAX Camera mode.

2 Take a photo.

Enjoying AR Print and INSTAX Connect
You can freely create AR content using your favorite words andeffects.
You can express what you like using prints with AR content. You
can also print and send your precious memories with the INSTAXConnect function.
For more details, scan here.

https://instax.com/square_link/
Many more exciting features!

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Specifications*
Recording method

3-color exposure with OLED

Film used

FUJIFILM instax SQUARE Instant Film(sold separately)

Number of films

10 films/pack

Image size

62 mm × 62 mm

Exposure pixel
count

800 × 800 dots

Exposure resolution

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

Exposure gradation

RGB gradation of 256 colors

Interface

Bluetooth Ver. 4.2 (BLE)

Printable image
format

JPEG, PNG, HEIF, DNG

Printing time

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

Possible number ofprinted images

Approximately 100 (from full charge;
number of prints depends on the usage
conditions.)

Power supply

Lithium ion battery (internal type: notremovable)

Charging time

Approximately 80 to 120 minutes(depending upon environment
temperature at time of charging)

Power consumption

Approximately 3 W

Operatingenvironment

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

Main unit
dimensions

105 mm × 37.5 mm × 127.5 mm(excluding projecting parts)

Main unit mass
Approximately

236 g (excluding film pack)Supplied accessory

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

Troubleshooting
Please 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.

The 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.

The power cut
off during use.

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

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 SQUARE 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 print.

• The film may be misaligned due to an
impact such as vibration or dropping.
Please load a 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 all the film
has been used up. If the film door is opened
with film remaining, the film will be exposedand become white.

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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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

Simple printer careThis product has been designed to ensure the safety of the userwhen handled correctly, and in accordance with the User’s
Guide and the instructions provided. It is important that boththe product and the “instax SQUARE” Film are handled properly
and used only to print pictures as instructed in the User’s Guide
and in the “instax SQUARE” Film instructions. For futurereference keep the User’s Guide in a safe, easy to find place.

■ Handling the printer and battery• CAUTION - Do not expose to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like. This can result in an explosion or the leakage offlammable liquid or gas during use, storage, transportation or
disposal.
• CAUTION - Do not dispose of a battery into fire or a hot oven. Do
not mechanically crush or cut the battery. This can result in an
explosion.
• CAUTION - Do not subject to extremely low air pressure at highaltitude, this may result in an explosion or the leakage offlammable liquid or gas.
■ Printer care
1. Do not open the film door until all film exposures have been
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 the film.
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 canbe used 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 domestic/personal use. It is notsuitable for commercial use.
■ Charging the Battery• The battery is not fully charged during manufacture. Pleasecharge the battery fully before first use.
• Charge the battery using the supplied USB Type-C cable.
Charging times will increase at ambient temperatures below+10°C or above +35°C.
• Do not attempt to charge the battery at temperatures 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 the battery willhold a charge indicates that it has reached the end of its service
life.
■ Caution: Handling the battery
The battery and printer body may become warm to the touch after
extended use. This is normal.

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

WARNING any of the following instances occur, immediately unplug
If
the USB Type-C cable, turn the printer off and cease use.
• The printer becomes hot, emits smoke, emits a burnt smell or
is functioning 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.
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.
This may cause injury.
Never get this product wet or handle it with wet hands. Doingso may result in an electric shock.
Promptly unplug the USB Type-C 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.
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 “FI017W”
is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
For more information, access the website below.
https://instax.com/square_link/en/spec/
The “UKCA” mark certifies that this product satisfies therequirements of Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales)
regarding safety, public health, environment andconsumer protection.
*UKCA: UK Conformity Assessed.

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■ Certification marks acquired by the printer are located inside
the film chamber.
■ Cautions during printing

Do not shake theprinter while
printing.

Do not drop theprinter while
printing.

Do not cover thefilm ejection slot
while printing.

■ “instax SQUARE” Film and print care
See FUJIFILM Instant Film “instax SQUARE” packaging 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.
2. Do not puncture, tear, or cut the “instax SQUARE” film. If film
becomes damaged, 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 scanning and other strong
X-ray exposure. 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 the film as it contains a small amount ofcaustic paste (high alkaline). Never let children or animals put
the film into their mouth. Also ensure that the paste does notcome into contact with skin or clothes.
9. Should the paste inside the film comes into contact with skinor clothes, immediately wash off with plenty of water. If thepaste comes into contact with the eyes or mouth, immediately
wash the area with plenty of water and contact a doctor. Notethat the alkaline inside the film remains active for about 10
minutes after the picture has been printed.

14■ Cautions on handling the film and prints
For full details, refer to the instructions and warnings on the
packaging of the FUJIFILM Instant Film “instax SQUARE”.

Information for traceability in Europe
Manufacturer: FUJIFILM Corporation
7-3, Akasaka 9-Chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Japan
Authorized representative in Europe:
FUJIFILM Europe GmbH
Balcke-Duerr-Allee 6, 40882 Ratingen
Germany
EU Importer: FUJIFILM Europe B.V.
Oudenstaart 1, 5047 TK Tilburg
The Netherlands
UK Importer: FUJIFILM UK Limited
Fujifilm House, Whitbread Way,
Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0ZE
UKBluetooth® Devices: Cautions
IMPORTANT: Read the following notices before using the
product’s built-in Bluetooth transmitter.
■ Use only as part of a Bluetooth network.
FUJIFILM does not accept liability for damages resulting fromunauthorized use. Do not use in applications requiring a highdegree of reliability, for example in medical devices or othersystems that may directly or indirectly impact human life. Whenusing the device in computer and other systems that demand agreater degree of reliability than Bluetooth networks, be sure to
take all necessary precautions to ensure 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 does not
accept liability for problems arising from use in otherjurisdictions.
■ 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 orin other locations subject to magnetic fields, static electricity, orradio interference that may prevent reception of wirelesssignals. Mutual interference may occur when the transmitter isused in the vicinity of other wireless devices operating in the
2.4 GHz band.
■ The Bluetooth transmitter operates in the 2.400GHz –2.4835GHz. The maximum radio-frequency power is 8.28 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.

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If you have any inquiries about this product, please contact a
FUJIFILM authorized dealer, or access the website below.
http://www.fujifilm.com/