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Digital Camera
User’s Guide (Full version)model number: FI026

FI026-EN-NA-02

Table of contents
NOTICE��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Battery disposal���������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Preparation for the camera...................................................... 4
Before use��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4
Part names�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4
Using the multi-use detachable ring�����������������������������������������5
To use the multi-use detachable ring as a finger carrying
strap:...............................................................................................................5

Using the SD card������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Inserting a Micro SD Card (sold separately)������������������������������������5

Charging the battery�����������������������������������������������������������������������6
Charging status������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6

Turning on/off the power��������������������������������������������������������������7
The camera status with the LED��������������������������������������������������7
Preparation for the app............................................................. 8
Installing the app������������������������������������������������������������������������������8
Connecting to the app��������������������������������������������������������������������8
Overview of the app................................................................ 11
Screen on the app���������������������������������������������������������������������������11
Main screen�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������11
Menu screen���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������11
Settings screen����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������12

Preparing for shooting............................................................13
Pairing with the app���������������������������������������������������������������������� 13
Naming the camera���������������������������������������������������������������������� 13
Selecting pre-shutter sound������������������������������������������������������ 14
Selecting a shooting format������������������������������������������������������ 15
Saving images transferred to the app on the camera....... 15
Shooting data...........................................................................16
Captured data save destination����������������������������������������������� 16
When not inserting the SD card������������������������������������������������������� 16
When SD card is inserted�������������������������������������������������������������������� 16

Number of shots/storable����������������������������������������������������������� 16
Shooting flow with app........................................................... 17
When shooting by connecting to the app��������������������������� 17
Shooting flow without app....................................................18
When shooting without connecting to the app................. 18
Transferring shooting data to the app������������������������������������������� 18

Shooting.....................................................................................19
Precautions on shooting������������������������������������������������������������� 19
About the mode selector switch on the bottom������������������������19
How to hold the camera�����������������������������������������������������������������������19

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Taking photos���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 19
Simple photo taking������������������������������������������������������������������������������19
Continuous shooting���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20
About flash photography������������������������������������������������������������������� 20
Taking photos using the provided multi-use detachable ringas a viewfinder......................................................................................... 20
Using the multi-use detachable ring as a base for yourcamera........................................................................................................ 20

Remote shooting using the app����������������������������������������������� 21
Interval shooting using the app����������������������������������������������� 21
Gallery and INSTAX Animation..............................................22
Viewing/editing captured images������������������������������������������� 22
Creating an INSTAX Animation������������������������������������������������� 23
Printing.......................................................................................24
Printing images from the app��������������������������������������������������� 24
Printing images directly from your camera via your
INSTAX LINK Series Smartphone printer device .................25
Specifications���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 26
Troubleshooting����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 27
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE����������������������������������������������������� 28
Simple camera care������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 29
Camera care��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 29
Bluetooth® Devices: Cautions������������������������������������������������������������ 29

NOTICE

Battery disposal• Smartphone download of INSTAX PAL App required prior to use.
• Camera does not itself print INSTAX instant photos.
• Images may only be printed on INSTAX instant film (soldseparately) LINK Series, EVO, or LIPLAY devices (each soldseparately). To print, Smartphone download of applicable
INSTAX device App also required.
• INSTAX PAL camera has limited internal storage capacity (50images, prior to transfer of images via INSTAX PAL App). Camera
also accepts Micro SD card (not included).
• Smartphone not included.
• For ages 13+• Micro SD Card image transfer limitations apply, and only images
taken with the INSTAX PAL may be transferred from Micro SD
card to the INSTAX PAL App when the INSTAX PAL sets “Funmode”.

■ Caution
Do not disassemble the INSTAX PAL product except when
disposing of it.

1 Select the “L” mode at the bottom of the camera andloosen the two screws as indicated in the image
below.

2 Press and hold both ends of the camera to release
and remove the cover.

3 Pull out the wiring, remove the connector, and pull
the battery out.

• Dispose of the battery according to community disposal
guidelines, local law, and any applicable battery recycling
recommendations.

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Preparation for the camera
Front

Before use

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Before using the camera, check the following has been included
with your camera.
Supplied accessories• USB Type-C cable for charging(1)• Multi-use detachable ring (1)2(YG059291QBU0000)• Quick Start Guide (1)

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Rear
The battery is not fully charged at the factory. Be sure to
charge the battery before using the camera.
Read “IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE” (page 28) for safety use.
511Part names
1 Power button/LED*

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2 Speaker
3 Lens
4 Flash lamp
5 microSD card cover
6 Reset button
7 microSD card slot
8 Tripod slot
9 Mode selector switch
10 USB Type-C port
11 Shutter button* For details on the LED indication status, see pages 6 and
7.

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Preparation for the camera
Using the multi-use detachable ring

Using the SD card

The multi-use detachable ring can be used not only as a strap, butalso as a simple viewfinder or base for the camera. (page 20)

The camera’s internal memory can store about 50 still images, but
you can store more images by using an SD card. You will also need
an SD card to upgrade the firmware. Please prepare an SD card inadvance.
* T he latest firmware will be published on the product website.
* S D card is sold separately.

To use the multi-use detachable ring as a finger
carrying strap:

1 Pass the provided strap through the strap holes on
the camera.

Inserting a microSD card (sold separately)Open the cover on the side of the camera, and insert a microSD
card into the microSD card slot. Once a microSD card is inserted,
all further photos will be stored on the microSD card rather than
to the internal camera memory.
When removing the microSD card, gently push the card in until it“clicks” and then release it to allow ejection. Gently remove themicroSD card from the slot.
• microSD card is sold separately.

2 Pass the other end of the strap through the strap

holes on the multi-use detachable ring. Insert yourdesired finger through the multi-use detachable
ring.

Precautions regarding SD cards• This camera is compatible with microSD cards and microSDHC
cards. Using other types of SD cards may cause damage to thecamera.
• SD cards are small and may be accidentally swallowed by infants.
Keep them out of the reach of infants. In the unlikely event thatan infant swallows an SD card, consult a physician immediately.
• Do not turn off the camera or remove the SD card duringformatting or while recording/deleting data. The SD card may bedamaged.
• Do not use or store SD cards in an environment that is prone tostrong static electricity or electrical noise.
• Inserting an SD card charged with static electricity into thecamera may cause the camera to malfunction. If this happens,turn the camera off and then on again.
• Do not carry an SD card in the pocket of your pants. A strong
force may be applied when you sit down, which may cause theSD card to break.
• The SD card may become hot to the touch after prolonged use,
but this is not a fault.
• Do not put any labels on SD cards. If the label comes off, it may
cause the camera to malfunction.

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Preparation for the camera
Precautions regarding using an SD card on a PC
Always format an unused SD card or an SD card that has beenused on a PC or other device by inserting it into the camera andusing the INSTAX Pal app before using it in the camera.
* You can format the SD card from the Media settings on the app.
When an SD card is formatted and used for shooting andrecording, folders are automatically created. Do not use your PC torename or delete folders or files on the SD card. Doing so may
make the SD card in the camera unusable.
• Do not use your PC to delete images on the SD card. Always use
the INSTAX Pal app.
• If you want to edit an image file, copy or move the image file to a
hard disk or similar device, and then edit the copied or moved
image file.

If the camera is not turned on, the light will turn off after thebattery is fully charged. When the camera is turned on without
being connected to the app, the light turns white after the battery
is fully charged.
FRONT CAMERA LAMP
Charging

The light flashes.

Charging
completed

The light stops flashing.

Charging error

The light flashes fast. Check the cables.
Unplug and then re-plug in cables to try
again.

* I f the camera is turned off, the lamp disappears after the battery
is fully charged. When the camera is turned on without being
connected to the app, the lamp lights white after the battery is
fully charged.

Charging the battery

Round lamp on
front of camera
lights up during
charging.
Plug USB AC adapter into an indoor
power outlet

Not supplied

Supplied
Connect the camera using the included USB Type-C Charging
Cable to a USB AC adapter (sold separately), and then connect the
USB AC adapter to an indoor electrical outlet / power supply.
• Charging time is approximately 2 to 3 hours.
• The round lamp on the front of the camera will light up when
the camera is charging.
• The power delivered by the charger must be between aminimum of 1.4 Watts and a maximum of 2.5 Watts in order tominimize required charging time.
• Charging times may increase at very low or very hightemperatures.

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Charging status

Charging from a PC:• Connect the camera 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 camera.
• For notes about the battery, see “Simple camera care” (page29).

Preparation for the camera
Turning on/off the power

The camera status with the LED

1 Press the power button on top of the camera andYou can check the status of the camera with the LED.
In both Fun/Link mode

hold for 2 seconds.

The LED lights up, and the power turns on.

■ When turning off the powerPress and hold the power button. LED light turns off, and then the
power turns off.

LED state

Meaning

White pulsing light

Bluetooth connection is not established,but battery level is sufficient.

Red pulsing light

Bluetooth connection is not established,
and battery level is low. Charge PAL unit.

Pink light

Displayed while taking a photo

Purple pulsing light

Displayed during image transfer to the
PAL App.

Blue slow flash

Displayed during firmware updating.

Blue fast flash

Firmware update error. Recommence
firmware update or contact Fujifilm
customer service / repair center.

Yellow fast flash(for 3 seconds)

The Micro SD card is full, or the PAL
camera’s internal memory has reached the
50 photo limit of untransferred images.
Connect the PAL camera to thedownloaded INSTAX PAL Smartphone App
via Bluetooth and transfer images via theApp.

Yellow light(for 3 seconds)

The battery level is low. Charge PAL unit. If
Yellow Light LED state continues evenafter charging, contact your local Fujifilm
customer service / repair center.

Red fast flash(for 3 seconds)

PAL unit has become overheated. The
camera will automatically power off after
3 seconds. Allow unit to cool.

The camera will automatically be turned off after 2 minutes ofinactivity (default setting). You can change the setting to “5 min” /“OFF” in the app menu.

In Fun mode
LED stateBlue pulsing light

Meaning
Bluetooth connection with the INSTAXPAL App is complete.

In Link mode
LED state
Green pulsing light7

Meaning
Bluetooth connection with an INSTAXLINK Series of Smartphone printer iscomplete.

Preparation for the app
Installing the app

Connecting to the app

Please install the INSTAX Pal app on your smartphone before
using the camera.
• If you are using an Android OS smartphone, please search for the
INSTAX Pal app in the Google Play Store and install it.
* Requirements for Android OS smartphones: Android Ver. 10.0 or
higher with Google Play Store installed• If you are using an iOS smartphone, please search for the INSTAX
Pal app in the App Store and install it.
* Requirements for iOS smartphones: iOS Ver. 14.0 or higher• Even if you have downloaded the app and your smartphone
meets the above requirements, you may not be able to use the
INSTAX Pal app. This is dependent upon your smartphonemodel.
Access the INSTAX Pal app download site for the latest
information on system requirements.

You can enjoy creating various prints such as adding text andapplying filters to images with the functions of the INSTAX Pal app.
For details on how to use the app, refer to the following site.
https://instax.com/pal/en/

1 Open the “INSTAX Pal” app.

Scan to download the INSTAX Pal Smartphone app

2 Set up the app as indicated below.

iOS

Android OS

The text QR Code itself is a registered trademark and wordmark of
Denso Wave Incorporated.
Depending on the version upgrade of the app, the screen
configuration, functions, and specifications may change.

8Preparation for the app
3 Check the region where you want to use the app,
and tap [OK].

5 Confirm the privacy settings and tap [I agree to theprivacy policy].

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

6 Tap [Get started], then tap [Next].

7 Press and hold the Power button for approximately 2
seconds to turn the camera on.
The LED lights up.

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8 When a camera is detected, tap [Connect].

If multiple cameras are detected, select the camera toconnect from the list.
The camera’s identifier (device name) is located on thebottom of the camera.

Note
When your smartphone’s Bluetooth is switched off, tap[Please turn on Bluetooth] to turn the Bluetooth settings on.

10 Tap [Next] and give the camera a name of yourchoice.

To name it later, tap [Skip].
For details on how to name the camera, see “Naming thecamera” (page 13).

11 Tap [Set this name].

9 When a camera is connected, tap [Close].

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

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Overview of the app
Depending on the version upgrade of the app, the screen
configuration, functions, and specifications may change.

1 Status of the camera
Displays remaining battery level and current shooting format.

Screen on the app

2 Profile
You can check the remaining battery level and “Reward Level”.

When you launch the app, you will see the main screen below.

Main screen
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5 Pairing
Pair with your camera.

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6 Pre-shutter sounds
You can set the sound that plays before the shutter sound. For
details, see “Selecting pre-shutter sound” (page 14).

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7 Film settings
Select the shooting format from “mini”, “SQUARE”, and “WIDE”.
8 Remote shooting
Select when shooting with the app.

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4 Gallery
Images taken with the camera are transferred to the gallery.
During and after image transfer, the number of images isdisplayed on the icon. Gallery allows you to browse, edit, andselect images for printing.
* When connecting to the app, images that have not beentransferred will be transferred from the camera to thesmartphone. The maximum number of shots that can be taken
when not connected to the app is 50.

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Menu screen

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3 Rewards
You will receive “INSTAX Animation”. When “INSTAX Animation”
arrives, the number of arrivals will be displayed on the icon.

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9 MenuDisplay the menu screen.
10 Settings
Make various settings. For details, see “Settings screen” (page12).
* “Remote shooting”, “Gallery”, “Profile”, “Pre-shutter sounds”, “Filmsettings”, and “Rewards“ on the menu screen are the same as
those on the main screen.

Overview of the app
Basic settings

Settings screen

Bluetooth settings

You can check the camera pairingwith the app, and disconnect/connect the pairing.

Operation settings

See “Operation settings” below.

Check for firmware
updates

Updates firmware.

Camera name settings

Names your camera.
For details, see “Naming the camera”(page 13).

Download settings

Set whether to allow downloading of
INSTAX Animation.

Data backup settings

You can back up and restore datawhen changing models.

Operation settings
The main unit operation setting items are as follows.

Auto power off

Set the time until the power turns off
automatically when the camera is notoperated.

Reset settings

Restores the settings to the default
settings.

Startup LED settings

Sets the pattern of how the LED
lights up when the power is turnedon.

Media settings
Media restrictions

You can check original recording
data saved on the camera or SD card,and download data to yoursmartphone.

FormatFormat the SD card inserted in thecamera’s internal memory or
microSD card slot. All saved
recording data will be deleted.

Automatic image
deletion in the camera

You can set whether or not to keep
the recording data transferred to theapp in the camera’s internal memory
or SD card.

Audio settings
Volume settings

Set the volume of the operation
sound, shutter sound, and startup
sound.

Pre-shutter soundvolume settings

Sets the shutter sound groupvolume.

Reset saved audio

Initialize the registered sound.

Startup sound settings

Choose a startup sound.

Print settings
Date print settings

Write the date on the image.

Date display

Set how the date is displayed.

Image quality mode

Set to [INSTAX-Natural mode] forconventional image quality or[INSTAX-Rich mode] for rich color
expression (default setting).

Shooting settings

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Flash

Make flash settings. You can selectfrom [Automatic] (fires the flash
automatically), [OFF], and [ON].

Exposure correction

Set the exposure value.

Preparing for shooting
Pairing with the app

Naming the camera

You can shoot from your smartphone by linking the camera andthe app.

You can name the camera whatever you like.

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Set the mode selector switch on the bottom to “F”.

1 Tap the setting icon → [Settings] → [Camera Name
Settings].

The camera enters “Fun” mode.

2 Operate the app.
Tap [], then tap [Connect] on the next screen.

2 After entering the characters and giving it a name,tap [Done].

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Preparing for shooting
Selecting pre-shutter soundYou can set the sound that plays before the shutter sound.
* You cannot change the shutter sound when shooting.

1 Tap “Pre-shutter sounds”.

2 Tap [Create pre-shutter sound].

3 Record audio.

• You can check the recorded sound by tapping the play button.
• If you want to redo the recording, tap [Redo].

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4 Tap [Save pre-shutter sound].

When “Completed” is displayed on the screen, it iscompleted.
You can register up to 5 pre-shutter sounds.

Preparing for shooting
Selecting a shooting format

Saving images transferred to the app on thecameraYou can select the size of the image to be shot from three types:“mini”, “SQUARE”, and “WIDE”. We recommend that you use thesettings that match your printer.
*If you edit and adjust the image on the app before printing, you
can print in a size different from the printer size.

By default, the data on the camera side will be deleted when theshooting data is transferred to the app. If you want to keep thedata in the camera even after transferring the shooting data to theapp, make the following settings.

1 Tap “Film settings”.

1 Tap the setting icon → [Settings] → [Operation
settings] → [Automatic image deletion in thecamera].

2 Select the shooting format and tap [Set].

2 Set [Automatic image deletion in the camera] to on/
off.

When set to off, the data will remain in the camera evenafter it has been transferred to the app.

For the number of images that can be saved, see “Numberof shots/storable” (page 16).

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Shooting data
Captured data save destination

Number of shots/storable

The data save destination changes depending on whether the SD
card is inserted or not.

The number of images that can be shot and the number of images
that can be saved are shown below.
You can check the shooting data saved in the internal memory or
SD card from the setting “Media settings”.

When not inserting the SD card
If you shoot without inserting an SD card, the shooting data will
be saved in the camera’s internal memory.
• Be aware of the maximum number of images in the internal
memory.

• Please pay attention to the upper limit of the capacity whensetting to keep the original shooting data in the camera.
• If there is a lot of shooting data that has not been transferred,transfer them to the app frequently.
• Shooting is not possible while shooting data is being transferred.
Number of possible shots

When SD card is inserted
When an SD card is inserted, data is saved to the SD card and not
saved to the camera’s internal memory.

Internal
memoryWhen SD cardis inserted

When the app is notconnected

50 shots

50 shots

When connecting to theapp([Automatic image deletionin the camera] is set to on)

No limit

No limit

When connecting to theapp([Automatic image deletionin the camera] is set to off)

About 50shots

You can shootup to thecapacity limitof the SD card

• The maximum number of shots that can be taken when the app
is not connected is 50.
• When connected to the app, the images are automaticallytransferred to the app.
• Once transferred to the app, the original shooting data of thecamera will be deleted (when [Automatic image deletion in thecamera] is set to [Off]).
Storable number
When connected to the app, shooting data will be transferred tothe app regardless of whether an SD card is present or not. The
data on the camera is deleted by default, but you can leave themby setting (page 15).

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[Automatic image
deletion in thecamera] settings

Internal memory

SD cardOn

Does not save(Transfer to app)

Does not save(Transfer to app)

Off

About 50 shots

Saves up to the
maximum
capacity of the SD
card

Shooting flow with app
When shooting by connecting to the app
Captured images are automatically transferred when the app isconnected. Therefore, you can continue shooting withoutworrying about the upper limit of memory capacity.

There is no upper limit to the number of shots taken, as each shotis transferred to the app. You can continue shooting withoutworrying about the capacity of the internal memory or SD card.

Pair the camera with the app.
* Be sure to set the mode selector switch on the bottom to “F”.

Take a picture with your camera or app.

The captured image is transferred to the app for each shot.

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If you want to keep the shooting data in the internal memory
or SD card
By default, when you transfer captured images to the app, thecaptured data on the camera side will be deleted. If you want tokeep the original shooting data on the camera, see “Saving images
transferred to the app on the camera” (page 15).

Shooting flow without app
When shooting without connecting to theapp
Shooting data is saved in the internal memory or SD card. Whenthe maximum number of shots (50 shots) is reached, a warning
announcement will be played and you will not be able to continue
shooting.
Press the shutter button to shoot.

When the number of untransferred images reaches the upper
limit
A warning announcement will be played from the camera. To
continue shooting, transfer the untransferred shooting data to theapp. See “Transferring shooting data to the app” below.

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The shooting data is saved in the internal memory or SD card.

If you want to keep the shooting data in the internal memory
or SD card
By default, when you transfer shot data to the app, the shot dataon the camera side will be deleted. If you want to keep the original
shooting data on the camera, see “Saving images transferred tothe app on the camera” (page 15).

Transferring shooting data to the app
Pair the camera with the app.
When pairing is completed, untransferred shooting data will be
automatically transferred to the app.
* Be sure to set the mode selector switch on the bottom to “F”.

When SD card is
not inserted

Shooting data is saved in the internal
memory and accumulates.

When SD card isinserted

Shooting data is saved on the SD card, notthe internal memory.

Number of shots that can be taken with the camera alone
The number of shots that can be taken without transferring to theapp is 50 regardless of whether an SD card is used or not.

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During transfer
An announcement will be displayed on the app screen until thetransfer is completed.
*D uring transfer, the camera operation buttons are disabled andcannot be operated.
Once the transfer is complete
The original shooting data on the camera will be deleted.
You can check the shooting data from the gallery or rewards box.

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Shooting
Precautions on shooting

Taking photos• When connected to the app, the shooting data is automaticallytransferred to the app and the original image in the camera
disappears.
• If there is a lot of shooting data that has not been transferred,transfer it to the app frequently.
• Shooting is not possible while shooting data is being transferred.
• Please pay attention to the upper limit of the capacity whensetting to keep the original shooting data in the camera.

Point the PAL camera at your subject and press the shutter buttonon the back of the camera to take a photo. Captured images will
be stored on an inserted Micro SD card (sold separately) or if noMicro SD card has been inserted, on the built-in media (up to 50
images).

About the mode selector switch on the bottom

Simple photo taking

1 Set the mode selector switch to “F”.
The camera enters “Fun” mode.

Switch between “Fun” mode and “Link” mode with the mode
selector switch on the bottom.
Be sure to set the mode selector switch to “F” when shooting.
Set to “L” only if you want to print the captured image directlyfrom the printer.
For information on “Link” mode, see “Printing images directlyfrom your camera via your INSTAX LINK Series Smartphone printerdevice” (page 25).

2 Press the shutter button.

An image is taken and transferred to the app.

How to hold the camera

When not connected to the app• Shooting data is saved in the internal memory or SD card.
• The maximum number of shots is 50.
• Be careful not to catch the multi-use detachable ring or
fingers on the lens.

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ShootingContinuous shooting

About flash photography

You can take up to 7 continuous shots by pressing and holding
down the shutter button.

The flash fires automatically when it’s dark, but you can turn it off.
Please set in [Flash] of the menu.

1 Set the mode selector switch to “F”.
The camera enters “Fun” mode.

Taking photos using the provided multi-use
detachable ring as a viewfinderThis is a guideline and not what you can see.

1 Attach the provided multi-use detachable ring to

the top of the camera by snapping it over the power
button area (as shown below).

2 Hold the shutter button.

Up to 7 images will be taken and transferred to the app.

2 Take a photo.

Look through the multi-use detachable ring, using the ringas a general viewfinder for your PAL photos. Note that the
final image will be slightly off center from the viewfinderview.

Using the multi-use detachable ring as a base foryour camera
You can also use the multi-use detachable ring as a base by
setting the camera in the recess of the multi-use detachable ring.

When not connected to the app• Shooting data is saved in the internal memory or SD card.
• The maximum number of shots is 50.

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Shooting
Remote shooting using the app

Interval shooting using the app

You can shoot from your smartphone by linking the camera andthe app.
You can shoot after checking the through image on the app
screen.

You can shoot continuously at regular intervals.

1 Tap “Remote shooting” on the main screen, then tap“Interval shooting” on the next screen.

1 Tap “Remote shooting” on the main screen.

A through image of the camera is displayed on the screen.

2 Select the number of images to shoot.
Image editing
You can set the camera before shooting.
Selects a shooting format.
Applies filter.
Sets the flash.
Sets the self-timer.
Sets the pre-shutter sound.

2 Tap the app button to shoot.

3 Tap [Start] to start shooting.

To end shooting in the middle
Tap [Finish shooting]. Shooting ends.

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Gallery and INSTAX Animation
Viewing/editing captured images

3 Tap [ ] to edit the image.

You can browse the images you have taken in the gallery.
Editing such as applying filters and effects is also possible.

1 Tap “Gallery”.

Thumbnails of captured images are displayed.

2 Tap the image thumbnail.

The captured image is displayed.

Image editing
Menus such as filters and character input are available.
You can enter text or attach stickers.
You can scale and rotate the image.
You can choose an image format.
You can applies filter.

You can adjust the image.

4 After editing is complete, tap [Done].

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Gallery and INSTAX Animation
Creating an INSTAX Animation“INSTAX Animation” is a function that allows you to create an
animation by selecting several images you like from the gallery.

1 Tap “Gallery”.

Thumbnails of captured images are displayed.

2 Tap [Create INSTAX Animation].

3 Select an image by tapping the thumbnail for the
animation.

Select multiple images.

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4 Tap [Create slideshow].

An animation is created with the selected image.

PrintingPrinting images from the app

4 Choose a printer.

The app for the selected printer will start.

You can print photos from the app. You can apply effects to yourphotos before printing.
The following procedure is an example when connecting with
INSTAX mini Link.

1 Tap “Gallery”.

Thumbnails of captured images are displayed.

5 Tap

or swipe up on the screen.

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

2 Select the photo you want to print.

6 Pair your printer with your smartphone.
7 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.

3 Tap [

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PrintingPrinting images directly from your camera
via your INSTAX LINK Series Smartphone
printer device

1 Set the mode selector switch on the bottom of thecamera to “L”.

The camera enters “Link” mode.

2 Connect the camera to an INSTAX LINK Smartphone
printer.

When the INSTAX PAL camera and the INSTAX LINK Series
printer are both turned on and placed close together, thedevice LED lights will turn Green, and the devices willautomatically be paired via Bluetooth.

3 Shoot an image.

When the camera is in “Link” mode, and you take a photowith the PAL camera, the captured image will be
automatically transferred to the printer, and printing starts.

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Specifications■ Camera function
Image sensor

1/5-inch CMOS with primary color filter

Operatingenvironment

Temperature: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)
Humidity: 20% to 80% (no condensation)

Direct printcompatible models

INSTAX mini Link
INSTAX mini Link 2
INSTAX SQUARE Link
INSTAX Link WIDE

Models that can
print via the app

INSTAX mini Link
INSTAX mini Link 2
INSTAX SQUARE Link
INSTAX Link WIDEINSTAX mini Evo
INSTAX mini Liplay

Shooting format

INSTAX mini
INSTAX SQUAREINSTAX WIDE

Number of transfer
data pixels

mini: W600 × H800 pixels
SQUARE: W800 × H800 pixels
WIDE: W1260 × H840 pixels

Image transfer time

mini: Approx. 10 sec/shot
SQUARE: Approx. 15 sec/shot
WIDE: Approx. 20 sec/shot

Number of recorded 2560 × 1920
pixelsStorage media

Internal memory,
microSD/microSDHC memory card

Storage capacity

Approximately 50 images in internal
memory, approximately 850 images per
1 GB in microSD/microSDHC memory
card

Maximum numberof shots when theapp is notconnected

50 shots

Recording method

JPEG (DCF compliant Exif Ver 2.3)

Focus distancef = 16.25 mm (35 mm film equivalent)

Aperture

F2.2

Shooting distance

19.4 cm to ∞Shutter speed

1/4 second to 1/8000 second (automatic
switching)

Shooting sensitivity

ISO100 to 1600 (automatic switching)

Exposure control

Program AE

Exposurecompensation−2.0 EV to +2.0 EV (1/3 EV step)Metering method

TTL 256 split metering, multi metering

White balance

Auto

Flash

Automatic/OFF/ON
Shooting range with flash:Approximately 23.6 in to 59.1 in(60 cm to 1.5 m)

Self-timer

Approximately 2 seconds /approximately 10 seconds

Zoom

Not equipped■ Other function
External interface

USB Type-C port (for charging only)

Power supply

Lithium ion battery (built-in type)

Charging time

Approximately 2 to 3 hours* Charging time depends on thetemperature.

Main unit
dimensions

1.67 in × 1.75 in × 1.69 in (42.3 mm ×44.4 mm × 43.0 mm) (excluding
projecting parts)

Main unit weight

Approximately 1.45 oz (41 g)

26* The above specifications are subject to change for better
performance.

Troubleshooting

ProblemPossible causes and solutions

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...

The camera
does not work
properly.

• There may be a temporary malfunction.
Please turn off/on the camera.
• The battery may be exhausted. Pleasecharge the camera.
• If it still does not work properly, pleasepress the reset button located above themicroSD card slot.
* If you press the reset button, the setting
data saved in the camera will be deleted.
(Shooting data will be remained.)

I cannot connect
to the app.

• Make sure the mode selector switch on thebottom is set to “Fun” mode.
• Check your smartphone’s Bluetoothconnection.
• Please check the latest version of the app.

I cannot connect
to an INSTAX
printer.

• Make sure the mode selector switch on thebottom is set to “Link” mode.
• Make sure your INSTAX printer is turnedon.

I can’t transfer
the shooting
data to thegallery.

• If there is shooting data in the internal
memory, connect to the app andtransfer the shooting data before
inserting or replacing the SD card. If you
insert the SD card without transferring
the data, you will not be able to movethe data you have shot so far to thegallery.
• When shooting in “Link” mode without
connecting to an INSTAX printer, theshooting data will be saved, but the datacannot be transferred to the gallery.
*D ata can be moved and viewed from theMedia settings menu in the app.

The captured
data is not
automaticallytransferred tothe app.

Check if the camera is turned on and isproperly connected to the app.
It will not be transferred automatically in thefollowing cases:• Data taken in “Link” mode
• The SD card was replaced withuntransferred images remained.

The camera
turns off whileconnected tothe app.

The camera turns off after a certain period oftime, regardless of whether the app isconnected or not. The default is 2 minutes.
You can change it in the settings.

Firmwareupdate fails.

When updating the firmware via the app,change the time or communication
environment and try again.

I want to checkthe image datain the internal
memory or SD
card on thecamera.

You can check the data in the internal
memory and SD card with “Media
restrictions” in the Media settings menu. It
also supports data movement anddownloading to the smartphone itself.

ProblemPossible causes and solutions

I cannot turn on
the camera.

The battery may not be charged. Pleasecharge the camera.

The battery loses
its charge
quickly.

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

The power cut
off during use.

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

Charging does
not start.

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

The camera
takes too longto charge.

At low temperatures, charging may takelonger.

The LED flashes
red during
charging.

Charge the battery in a temperature rangeof 41°F to 104°F (+5°C to +40°C). If you
cannot charge the camera in this range,
contact your FUJIFILM dealer or support
center.

I cannot shootwhen I press the
shutter button.

• Make sure that the power is on.
• If the battery level is low, please charge thecamera.
• If the internal memory or SD card is full,transfer the data to the app or delete
unnecessary images.
• Use a SD card formatted with this unit.
• If the contact surface of the SD card (goldpart) is dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

The flash does
not fire.

Check that the flash setting is set to OFF.
Select a setting other than OFF on the app.

Even though the
flash fired, theimage is dark.

• Check that you are too far from the subject.
Please shoot within the flash range.
• Hold the camera correctly so that you do
not obstruct the flash with your fingers.

The image isblurred.

If the lens has dirt on it such as fingerprints,
clean the lens.

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ProblemPossible causes and solutions

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICEImages were
saved withdifferent
shooting
formats (“mini”,“SQUARE”,“WIDE”) fromthe target
INSTAX Link
printer.
→C an I print
images?

Even if the data saved in the camera and thefilm settings in the printer are different, theoutput will match the shape of the film on
the printer (“mini“ for mini Link 2, “SQUARE ”
film for SQUARE Link). Before printing, adjust
the position and size of the image data using
the printer app.

• Do not use this product and its accessories for a purpose otherthan taking photos.
• This product has been designed with safety in mind, but please
read the following safety precautions carefully and then use theproduct correctly.
• After reading the Quick Start Guide, be sure to keep it in aneasy-to-access place where you can refer to it whenevernecessary.

WARNING
This symbol indicates danger, which could result in injury or death.
Please follow these instructions.
If one of the following cases occur, immediately unplug thededicated charging cable, turn the camera off and refrain fromany further use of the camera. Call the applicable Fujifilm
customer service center:• If you notice anything abnormal, such as the camera (orbattery) becoming hot, emitting smoke or a burning smell.
• If you drop the camera and the outer shell is cracked ordamaged, or if for whatever reason the camera is exposed torain, snow, ice, water or other liquids, sand, dirt, dust, or other,
foreign objects.
Since the battery is installed in the camera, do not heat thecamera, throw the camera in a fire, drop the camera, or shakethe camera. The battery may rupture, causing injury.
Do not take flash photographs of people riding bicycles, driving
cars, skateboarding, riding horses, etc. The flash can be startlingand distracting to others, which can cause an accident.
Do not use this camera in places where there is flammable gas
or near open gasoline, benzine, paint thinner or other unstable
substances which can give off dangerous vapors. Use in theseenvironments could result in failure to do this could result in
explosion or fire.
Do not cover or wrap the camera in a cloth or blanket, and do
not leave the camera in a hot car or in direct sunlight. This cancause heat to build up and distort the casing, cause the battery
to overheat, and/or cause a fire.

CAUTION
This indicates a matter that may lead to injury or physical damage
if ignored or incorrectly handled.
N ever attempt to disassemble this product except at end of life
when and for the purpose of disposing of the battery.
If the camera is not functioning correctly, to avoid injury and toensure the Limited Product Warranty remains in effect, do not
attempt to repair it yourself. Contact Fujifilm’s applicable
customer service / repair center.
If the camera is dropped and the outer cover opens, be careful
not to touch the inside of the camera. Injury may occur.
Do not handle this product with wet hands. Electric shock may
occur.
When the charging is completed, please unplug the dedicatedcharging cable.
The PAL camera is intended for ages 13+. Keep the product outof the reach of infants and small children. Injury may occur.

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 sing a flash too close to a person’s eyes may for the short termUaffect their eyesight. Take care when taking pictures of infants
and young children.

Simple camera care
■ Handling the camera and battery• CAUTION - Do not expose to excessive heat such as sunshine, fireor 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.

Camera care
• Your camera is a fragile object. Do not expose it to water, sand or
gritty materials.
• Do not use solvent such as thinner or alcohol to remove dirt.
• Do not leave your camera in direct sunlight or hot places such as
the inside of a car. Do not leave the camera in damp places forprolonged periods.
• Moth repellent gas such as naphthalene may affect your cameraand prints. Take care to keep your camera and prints in a safe,
dry place.
• Note that the temperature range within which your camera canbe used is +41°F to +95°F (+10°C to +35°C).
• Take great care to ensure that printed materials do not violate
copyright, image rights, privacy or other personal rights and do
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.
■ 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+41°F (+10°C) or above +104°F (+40°C).
• When charging outside the temperature range of +41°F to +95°F(+10°C to +35°C), the charging time may be longer to prevent
deterioration of battery performance. Charge the battery within
the temperature range of +41°F to +95°F (+10°C to +35°C).
■ Battery Life• At normal temperatures, the battery can be recharged about
500 times. A noticeable decrease in the length of time thebattery will hold a charge indicates that it has reached the end ofits service life.
■ Caution: Handling the battery
The battery and camera body may become warm to the touch
after extended use. This is normal.

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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 from use ina manner not authorized or intended. Do not use in applications
requiring a high degree of reliability, for example in medical
devices or other systems that may directly or indirectly impact
human life. When using the device in connection with a computerand other systems that demand a greater degree of reliability thanBluetooth 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 does 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 and Fujifilm does not accept liability for interceptionof data or images at any time.
■ 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 inother locations subject to magnetic fields, static electricity, orradio interference that may prevent reception of wireless signals.
Mutual interference may occur when the transmitter is used in thevicinity 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
8.05 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 this device
causes interference in low-voltage radio-frequency identification
tracing systems, contact a Fujifilm representative.
■ The following may violate, and be punishable, underapplicable law:
– Disassembly or modification of this device.
– Removal of device certification labels.

For customers in the USA:FCC ID : W2Z-03000011

For customers in CANADA:
IC : 7736B-03000010

FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) thisdevice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
For more information, access the website below.
https://instax.com/pal/en/spec/

ISED statement:This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause interference, and(2) T his device must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

CAUTION
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television, which can be determined by turning the product off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the product and receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different fromthat to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujifilm
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated inconjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement
This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure toradio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not toexceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF)energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
Government.
The exposure standard employs a unit of measurement known as
the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC
is 1.6 W/kg. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating
positions accepted by the FCC with the device transmitting at its
highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands.
Notes on the Grant
To comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this product must be
used with a Fujifilm-specified USB Type-C cable.

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CAUTION:CAN ICES-003 (B)/NMB-003 (B)This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Radiation Exposure Statement
The available scientific evidence does not show that any healthproblems are associated with using low power wireless devices.
There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices
are absolutely safe. Low power wireless devices emit low levels ofradio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being
used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (byheating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce
heating effects causes no known adverse health effects.
Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any
biological effects. Some studies have suggested that somebiological effects might occur, but such findings have not been
confirmed by additional research. This device has been tested andfound to comply with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the ISED radio
frequency (RF) exposure rules.

Proper Disposal – US, Canada and Latin America
Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipmentin 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 therecycling of electrical and electronic 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 may help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city recycling office, your household
waste disposal service or the authorized FUJIFILM dealer fromwhich you purchased the product.
For proper disposal in the United States at product end-of-life,
please contact Fujifilm at 1-800-800-3854 Option #1 INSTAX.
For proper disposal in Canada at product-end-of-life, pleasecontact Fujifilm at 1-800-461-0416.
For proper disposal in Latin America at product end-of-life, pleasecontact your local FUJIFILM distributor or dealer for disposal
instructions.
Information for Fujifilm in the United States
FUJIFILM North America Corp.
200 Summit Lake Drive
Valhalla, New York 10595, USA
1-800-800-3854 Option #1 INSTAXInformation for Fujifilm in Canada
FUJIFILM Canada Inc.
600 Suffolk Court
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4G4, Canada
1-800-461-0416
If you have any inquiries about this product, please contact theapplicable Fujifilm customer service center, or access the website
below.
https://instax.com/pal
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.
Independent JPEG Group (IJG) Licenses
The software used in the INSTAX PAL Digital Camera is based inpart on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

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FUJIFILM, INSTAX, and INSTAX PAL, INSTAX LINK, INSTAX MINI EVO,
and INSTAX MINI LIPLAY are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporationand its affiliates.
© 2023 FUJIFILM Corporation. All rights reserved.