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CURRENT INFORMATION SUMMARY March 2009 CIS-229 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs using Processes CP-48S and CP-49E NOTE: If you are located in Europe, use publication CIS-229E. KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 and KODAK Tablets are designed for use with all models of FUJI FRONTIER Digital Minilabs and models of NORITSU Digital Minilabs using Process Cycles CP- 48S and C-49E. The EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 is a drop-in cartridge for paper processing chemicals. The cartridge and tablets are part of Kodak s systems approach that enables users of other manufacturers minilabs to provide customers with photographs printed on KODAK Paper and processed in KODAK Chemicals. When used with KODAK EKTACOLOR ROYAL or EDGE GENERATIONS Papers, the processing cartridge will produce prints with rich, bright colors and excellent shadow detail. The KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 is compatible with both FUJI and NORITSU Minilab Systems using Process CP-48S and CP-49E. There are different time and temperature recommendations for these process cycles. See Figures 1, 2, and 3 for details. OBTAINING CHEMICALS These products are offered worldwide. Each cartridge processes 111 square metres of KODAK EKTACOLOR ROYAL or EDGE GENERATIONS Papers when the processor is operated at recommended replenishment rates. They are available from your usual supplier of KODAK Products. Catalog numbers are as follows: KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 CAT No. 838 7375, US/Canada/Latin America/European Regions KODAK Tablets CAT No. 191 3110, US/Canada/Latin America Regions CAT No. 119 9033, European Region Eastman Kodak Company, 2009

CONVERTING TO THE KODAK EKTACOLOR PROCESSING CARTRIDGE 111 To convert to the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111, simply load the cartridge, and let it mix as usual on top of existing solutions. Use KODAK Tablets in the same way as FUJI FSC100 Conditioner Tablets. If you are converting from a FUJI CP-48S, CP-48HV, or CP-49E Processing Cartridge that processes 111 square meters of paper, then no processor adjustments are required to use the EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111. Use the same replenishment and other software settings as for your previous chemical cartridge. However, if you are converting from a FUJI CP-48LR, or CP-49ELR Processing Cartridge, you will need to adjust the replenishment rates listed for the Replenisher and Replenisher to the rates listed in Figures 1, 2, and 3 that follow. At the time of the conversion from other chemicals to the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111, you may encounter process control biases using KODAK Control Strips and the aims described on page 7. For example, the LD may be low by as much as 0.10. This bias is explained by slight differences in the formulations of the previous product and the EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111. As the KODAK Chemicals and Paper season into the processor, the low plots will recover closer to the aim values. The printer will calibrate to follow the process shift, and there will be no significant impact on the picture quality. Depending on the rate of chemical use, it may take a few weeks for the full impact of the shift. For smaller models of FUJI and NORITSU Digital Minilabs, such as the FRONTIER 330 or the NORITSU 3501/3502F, it will take approximately 6 cartridges to fully season the tank solutions with KODAK Chemicals and Paper. For models with larger tank sizes, such as FRONTIER 390 Digital Minilab, it may take up to 30 cartridges to fully season the larger tanks. When your processor needs a new cartridge, simply mount the EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 on the machine, and let it mix as usual. Use KODAK Tablets in the same way as FUJI FSC100 Conditioner Tablets. Figure 1 FUJI FRONTIER 330,350,355, 370, 395, and 390 CP-48S Replenishment Rate ml/m 2 Processing Cartridge 111 Part A Part B Process Cycle with KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 KODAK Tablets & Water 45 35 (Combined) 175 (121 w/rc-50) P1 P2 PS1 PS2 PS3 PS4 Dry 2. Time (sec) 0:45 0:45 1:30 Combined Time All Tanks Temperature C ( F) 38.5 +/- 0.3 (101.3 +/- 0.5) 38.0 +/- 2.0 (100.0 +/- 2.0) 35-95 (96-104) 1. The P2 bleach-fix and PS-1 super rinse overflows can be combined and desilvered together. 2. Typical is 50-60 C (122-140 F). 2 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229

Figure 2 FRONTIER 340, NORITSU 3701/02/03/04F CP-49E Replenishment Rate ml/m 2 Processing Cartridge 111 Part A Part B Process Cycle with KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge KODAK Tablets & Water 45 35 (Combined) 215 P1 P2 PS1 PS2 PS3 PS4 2. Dry Time (sec) 22-27 22-27 21-45 total Temperature C ( F) 42 +/- 0.3 (113.0 +/- 0.5) 40.0 +/- 2.0 (104.0 +/- 3.0) 35-95 (101-107) Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for the time in a specific model of Digital Minilab. Figure 3 1. The P2 bleach-fix and PS-1 super rinse overflows can be combined and desilvered together. 2. Typical is 50-60 C (122-140 F). FRONTIER 500,550,570,590 and NORITSU QSS 3501/02F & 3705F CP-49E Replenishment Rate ml/m 2 Processing Cartridge 111 Part A Part B Process Cycle with KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge KODAK Tablets & Water 45 35 (Combined) 175 P1 P2 PS1 PS2 PS3 PS4 Dry 2. Time (sec) 19-22 19-27 17-32 Temperature C ( F) 43.0 +/- 0.3 (109.4 +/- 0.5) 43.0 +/- 0.2 (109.4 +/- 3.0) 43-46 (109-115) Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for the time in a specific model of Digital Minilab. 1. The P2 bleach-fix and PS-1 super rinse overflows can be combined and desilvered together. 2. Typical is 50-60 C (122-140 F). Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229 3

Preparing Fresh Working Tank Solutions To prepare fresh tank solutions for your FUJI FRONTIER or NORITSU Digital Minilab processors, you can use KODAK EKTACOLOR PC 111 Tank, CAT No. 812 2335, to make 4.2 litres; and KODAK EKTACOLOR PC 111 Tank, CAT No. 830 7332, to make 4.2 litres. Use the instructions in the following tables to mix fresh tank solutions. Note: Because the FUJI FRONTIER Model 390 has large tanks, an alternate method of mixing and Bleach Fix tank solutions is contained in Appendix A in the back of this publication Table 1a Preparing Fresh Tank Solution with KODAK EKTACOLOR PC 111 Tank, CAT No. 812 2335 Minilab Model Tank Volume (Litres) Add to Sub Tank Add P1A (and ) to Sub Tank Add P1B (and ) to Sub Tank Add (For FUJI FRONTIER, add to P1 line on gauge 1.0 850 ml 69.5 ml P1A 62.5 ml P1B Makes 1 litre FUJI 330 9.4 litres 3 litres 653 ml (2 bottles + 70 ml) P1A + 1 litre 588 ml (2 bottles + 63mL) P1B + 1 litre Approximately 3.2 litres FUJI 340 7.1 4 litres 494 ml (1 bottle + 202 ml) P1A No 444 ml (1 bottle + 182 ml) P1B No Approximately 2.2 litres FUJI 350 or 355 12.7 4 litres 3 bottles P1A + 2 litres 3 bottles P1B +2 litres Approximately 3 litres FUJI 370 or 375 16.5 6 litres 4 bottles P1A + 2 litres 4 bottles P1B + 2 litres Approximately 4.3 litres FUJI 390* 54.5 44 litres 13 bottles P1A only, No 13 bottles P1B only, No Approximately 3.3 litres FUJI 550 or 570 11.0 5 litres 765 ml (2 bottles + 180 ml) P1A + 1 litre 688 ml (2 bottles + 162 ml) P1B + 1 litre Approximately 2.5 litres NORITSU 3501/3502F 8.5 5 litres 2 bottles P1A No 2 bottles P1B No No gauge, add 2.4 litres NORITSU 3701/02/03F 12.9 4 litres 3 bottles P1A + 2 litres 3 bottles P1B +2 litres No gauge, add approximately 3.2 litres NORITSU 3704F 14.9 6 litres 1036 ml (3 bottles + 160 ml) P1A + 2 litres 930 ml (2 bottles + 140 ml) P1B + 2 litres No gauge, add approximately 3 litres NORITSU 3705F 14.0 6 litres 973 ml (3 bottles + 95 ml) P1A + 2 litres 875 ml (3 bottles + 85 ml) P1B + 2 litres No gauge, add approximately 2.2 litres *Due to the large tank capacity of the FRONTIER Minilab Model 390, we recommend you use KODAK EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR and KODAK EKTACOLOR RA Starter to make fresh tank solution. See Appendix A. 4 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229

Table 1b Preparing Fresh Tank Solution with KODAK EKTACOLOR PC 111 Tank, CAT No. 830 7332 Minilab Model Tank Volume (Litres) Add to Sub Tank Add P2A and to Sub Tank Add P2B and to Sub Tank Add (For Fuji Frontiers, add to P2 line on gauge) 1.0 350 ml 200 ml P2A 400 ml P2B To Make 1 litre FUJI 330 9.4 litres 3 litres 1.880 litres (2 bottles +200 ml) P2A 3.760 litres (2 bottles + 400 ml) P2B Approximately 760 ml FUJI 340 7.3 2 litres 1.460 litres (1 bottle +620 ml) P2A 2.920 litres (1 bottle + 1240 ml) P2B Approximately 920 ml FUJI 350 or 355 12.7 4 litres 3 bottles P2A 3 bottles P2B Approximately 1.14 litres FUJI 370 or 375 16.5 5 litres 4 bottles P2A 4 bottles P2B Approximately 1.4 litres FUJI 390* 53.5 19 litres 13 bottles P2A 13 bottles P2B4 Approximately 1.75 litres FUJI 550 or 570 11.0 3 litres 2.200 litres (2 bottles +520 ml) P2A 4.400 litres (2 bottles +1040 ml) P2A NORITSU 3501/3502F 8.2 2 litres 2 bottles P2A 2 bottles P2B NORITSU 3701/02/03F 12.8 4 litres NORITSU 3704F 15.6 5 litres NORITSU 3705F 14.6 4 litres Approximately 1.4 litres No gauge, add approximately 1.2 litres 3 bottles P2A 3 bottles P2B No gauge, add approximately 1.25 litres 3.120 litres (3 bottles + 600 ml) P2A 2.920 litres (3 bottles + 400 ml) P2A 6.240 litres (3 bottles + 1200 ml) P2B 5.840 litres (3 bottles + 800 ml) P2B No gauge, add approximately 1.2 litres No gauge, add approximately 1.8 litres * Due to the large tank capacity of the FRONTIER Minilab Model 390, we recommend you use KODAK EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR and EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Starter to make fresh tank solution. See Appendix A. To Prepare a Fresh Tank Solution You will need to prepare fresh super rinse tank solution when you drain the tanks for routine cleaning. To prepare fresh tanks, add one rinse tablet to each stabilizer tank, and fill the tank with to the appropriate level. Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229 5

Disposing of Empty Cartridges Your processor rinses the chemical solutions from the cartridge during the mixing cycle. The empty cartridge is not considered to be hazardous waste. Most regions have a local community-recycling program. Check with program authorities to determine if these bottles are eligible for local recycling. See KODAK Publication No. CIS-148, Recycling KODAK Photochemical Containers, for more information on preparing the empty bottles for recycling. CIS-148 and other publications on waste management are available from www.kodak.com/go/kes. If recycling is not an option, rinse the bottles as outlined in CIS-148, render the bottles unusable (if warranted), and then dispose with your normal solid waste. Filtration Processing solutions may contain insoluble materials. If you don t filter out these materials, they may stick to the paper, tank walls, rollers, and lines, and can damage the paper. It is also important to replace solution filters periodically so that a blocked filter does not reduce the solution flow. Use the filters designed for the processor and recommended in the printer/processor manual. Draining and Mixing Fresh Replenishers If you need to drain and mix fresh replenisher solutions, follow the manufacturer s recommendations for draining the replenisher tanks, or use this procedure: 1. Empty the remaining replenisher solutions by using the drain valves at the bottom of the machine 2. After draining is complete, close the drain valves. Note for FUJI FRONTIERS only: It is necessary to add to the developer replenisher tank. Add this instruction to those above: 2A. Pour 500 ml of into the developer (the slot farthest to the left) in the cartridge-loading section. 3. Insert a full cartridge into the slot and make replenishers by following the standard procedure given for the processor model used. Example: Loading dock of FUJI FRONTIER Processor Drying The drying temperature may need to be adjusted depending on the atmospheric conditions in the minilab. You can save energy costs by avoiding overheating. Typically, temperatures in the range of 50 to 60 ºC (122 to 140 ºF) have been effective. Silver Recovery Publications on silver management that include recommendations and descriptions of silver-recovery options are available in the Silver Management section of the Kodak Environmental Services Publication Center at www.kodak.com/go/kes. Pour 500 ml of into this position when making replenisher after completely draining replenisher tanks. Note: If you forget to add the and receive an error message (E-2675) when you prepare fresh replenishers, you can add the after the replenishers have been mixed. The addition is only necessary when the replenisher tank has been drained; it is not required for routine mixes with the cartridge. 6 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229

USING KODAK CONTROL STRIPS / PROCESS RA-4 / EXTENDED LENGTH IN THE FUJI FRONTIER DIGITAL MINILAB KODAK Control Strips, Process RA-4 / Extended Length, CAT No.130 4690, are designed for use in all Control Strip Holders for FUJI FRONTIER and NORITSU 3501F and 3701F Digital Minilabs. No shim is required when using these extended length strips. If you have installed a shim in your control strip magazine for using the standard length KODAK Control Strips, Process RA-4, please remove it before using the strips. Use these strips for the most accurate process monitoring when you process KODAK EKTACOLOR ROYAL and KODAK EKTACOLOR EDGE Papers. For calculating the aims for your control strip code, read the Status A Red, Green, and Blue densities of the reference strip, and then apply the correction factors. For the HD-LD parameter, subtract the corrected LD from the corrected HD density readings. You will find three sets of correction factors on the reference envelop for you to use in calculating the aims. Make sure you select the correct PC 111 correction factors for the specific FUJI FRONTIER or NORITSU F Model Digital Minilabs you are using: For FRONTIER Models 330, 350. 355, 370, 375, and 390, using Process CP-48S, use the correction factors labeled: EKTACOLOR PC11148S For FRONTIER Model 340, and NORITSU models 3701/02/03/04F using Process CP-49E, use the correction factors labeled: EKTACOLOR PC11149E For the FRONTIER Models 550, 570, or NORITSU Model 3501/02F and 3705F, using Process CP-49E, use the correction factors labeled: EKTACOLOR PC111495 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229 7

USING THE VISUAL PROCESS CONTROL GUIDE TO TROUBLESHOOT PROCESSES CP-48S and CP-49E If your Process RA-4 control chart indicates an out-ofcontrol position, you may use the Visual Process Control Guide to investigate potential causes and apply corrective action. First check for operational errors: Make sure the control-strip code matches the reference-strip code. Calibrate the densitometer. Recheck the control-strip aims and verify the correction factors. Make sure you have used the right set of correction factors for calculating your aims, for the process cycle or model of processor used, see page 7. Verify the problem by processing a second control strip. Determine if any recent processor maintenance could have caused a problem. Use an accurate thermometer to verify that the developer and other solution temperatures are correct. Match your plots to the Visual Process Control Guide to identify your problem: Match your control plots to the examples given on the Visual Process Control Guide. Compare only one plot parameter at a time (BP, HD-LD, LD, D- min). Note that the patterns of the red, green, and blue plot deviations can be an indicator of different problems. Write down the problems indicated by each parameter for the plots that are out of control. Consider that you may have more than one problem occurring at the same time. Consider each potential cause of the out-of-control condition, and verify the operational conditions of the processor. When you have determined the most likely cause(s) of the out-of-control condition, take corrective action to eliminate the symptom of the problem. Corrective Action and Prescriptions The Yellow Patch monitors the performance of the bleach-fix solution for retained silver. A bleach-fix solution that is underreplenished or diluted will not efficiently remove silver in the paper, leaving retained silver in higher density areas. The yellow patch is not plotted on a control chart; it is meant to be a visual reference only. Compare the yellow patch on a processed control strip with the yellow patch on the reference strip. If the processed control strip yellow patch appears brown or less saturated in color, or muddy compared to the reference, you may have retained silver. You can confirm retained silver by the following test: 1. Take your processed control strip and process it again through your processor in order to rebleach-fix the control strip. 2. Compare the yellow on the re-processed control strip to the yellow patch on the reference strip. If re-bleach-fixing has improved the yellow patch on the re-processed strip, then you have confirmed a retained silver problem. Prescriptions: Replace bleach-fix tank with fresh bleach-fix tank solution. Also, recalibrate the replenishment pumps for the bleach (P2-RA) and fix (P2-RB) replenisher solutions. 8 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229

The Black Patch monitors the performance of the developer for activity and contamination. There is no upper control limit for Black Patch. If the Black Patch plots are low, then it could be an indication of low developer activity due to underreplenishment or severe oxidation. If the blue Black Patch is very low and separated from the red and green plots, it could be a sign of developer contamination. See prescriptions listed under the LD parameter. The HD-LD (Contrast) is usually a very steady plot parameter that is unresponsive to most process problems. However, it can help monitor developer activity problems due to agitation or oxidation. If developer tank solution is underagitated, the plots will be low. If developer tank solution is slightly oxidized, the plots will be high. If the developer becomes extremely oxidized, the plots will be low. If the solution is extremely out of control by more than 0.18density units over or under aim, drain and replace the developer tank solution. If the plots are less than 0.18 density units over or under aim, a prescription can be risked. Prescriptions: Underagitation: call service representative to fix agitation pump on processor. Oxidation: check for air bubbles in developer tank; call service technician if seen. The LD (Speed) monitors the developer activity. Speed is the primary indicator of developer time, temperature, and especially developer replenishment rate. For time that is too long, temperature too high, or overreplenishment, the LD plots will be high. For time too short, temperature too low, or underreplenishment, the LD plots will be low. Check the temperature of the developer, adjust as necessary to bring back into specification. If the plots are extremely out of control, by more than 0.18 density units over or under aim, drain and replace the developer. If the plots are less than 0.18 density units from aim, a prescription can be risked. Note: If the red LD is very high and/or the green LD is very low and they are split from the blue LD, it may be caused by developer contaminated with bleach-fix. In this case, the developer must be drained and replaced with fresh developer tank solution. Make sure the tank is cleaned and thoroughly flushed with to remove all contaminated developer from the tank and circulation system. Prescriptions: For high LD plots: Overreplenishment: Remove a volume of developer solution equal to 10% of the total tank volume and replace with. Repeat until it is in control. For low LD plots: Underreplenishment: Remove a volume of developer tank solution equal to one third of the tank volume and replace with fresh developer tank that is mixed according to the Make 1 litre component ratios in Table 1a. D-min (Stain) monitors the whiteness of the unexposed paper. An increase in the D-min plot can indicate oxidation or contamination problems in the developer, or a problem in the super rinse when the solution is dirty or has biological growth residue. Prescriptions: For high D-min on paper caused by oxidized or contaminated developer, replace the developer tank solution with fresh developer tank solution mixed according to the component ratios in Table 1a. For a high D-min on the paper caused by dirty stabilizer or biological growth in the stabilizer tanks and racks, clean the stabilizer tanks and replace the solution with and KODAK Tablets. Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229 9

Figure 4 Processes CP-49S and -49E Visual Process Control Guide Yellow Patch - (Visual check only) Activity - retained silver Black Patch (- 0.10 & - 0.15) Activity - severe oxidation - contamination.15.10 + 0 -.10.15.20 Rel ative hei eight of RGB arro ows ss sho ows sth he con ntro to ol-s strip pp perf rfor rma anc ce fo or the eca ause de esc crib bed in nth the tex xt tb box Yellow Patch Increasing Retained Silver - Contaminated with - Severe Oxidation - low replenishment HD-LD (+/- 0.10 & 0.12) Activity - high and low utilization.15.10 + 0 -.10.15 + partial oxidation from low utilization - Excess developer preservative from high utilization - Contaminated with - Severe Oxidation LD (+/- 0.10 & 0.12) Activity - time/temp - replenishment - low utilization D-min (+ 0.02), - BF contamination - low utilization Stabilizer - low utilization.15.10 + 0 -.10.15 + 0 - DATES + temperature or replenishment rate too high - temperature or replenishment rate too low + Yellow D-min from dirty stabilizer low processor utilization + Oxidation low processor utilization + Contaminated with High Red and/or green + Contaminated with F002_1288EA PROCESS: MACHINE: Eastman Kodak Company, Rochester, NY 14650 c Eastman Kodak Company, 2008.TM:Kodak 10 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229

APPENDIX A: Alternative Method for Mixing Working Tanks Using KODAK EKTACOLOR PRIME LORR Chemicals An alternative method for preparing fresh developer and bleach-fix working tank solutions for your FUJI FRONTIER or NORITSU Digital Minilab models F is to use KODAK EKTACOLOR PRIME LORR Chemicals. This alternative method is especially an advantage for mixing working tanks on the Fuji Frontier model 390, which has very large volume working tanks. You will need these chemicals: 1. EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR, CAT No. 864 4809 2. EKTACOLOR RA Starter, CAT No. 102 6681 3. EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR, CAT No. 127 3812 4. EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Starter, CAT No. 834 1133 Follow the mixing instructions in the appropriate tables below. Table 2a Preparing Fresh Tank Solution with KODAK EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR Minilab Model Tank Volume (Litres) Water (Litres) EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR (ml) EKTACOLOR RA Starter (ml) To make 1 litre 890 ml 65 ml 45 ml FUJI 330 9.4 8.35 610 420 FUJI 340 7.1 6.32 460 320 FUJI 350 or 355 12.7 11.1 810 560 FUJI 370 or 375 16.5 14.7 1070 740 FUJI 390 54.5 48.5 3540 2450 FUJI 550 or 570 11.0 9.79 715 495 NORITSU 3501/3502F NORITSU 3701/02/03F 8.5 7.56 553 383 12.9 11.48 839 580 NORITSU 3704F 14.9 13.261 969 670 NORITSU 3705F 14.0 12.46 910 630 To the specified volume of, add the PRIME SP Replenisher LORR concentrate directly from the bottle, then EKTACOLOR RA Starter. If necessary, add a small amount of extra to finish filling the tank. Allow the recirculation pumps to mix the solution when the processor is turned on. Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs / CP-48S & CP-49E CIS-229 11

Table 2b Preparing Fresh Tank Solution with KODAK EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR and EKTACOLOR SP Starter Minilab Model Tank Volume (Litres) Water (Litres) EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Replenisher LORR (Litres) EKTACOLOR PRIME SP Starter (ml) 1 litre 475 ml 475 ml 50 ml FUJI 330 9.4 4.5 4.5 475 FUJI 340 7.3 3.47 3.47 365 FUJI 350 or 355 12.7 5.94 5.94 625 FUJI 370 or 375 16.5 7.84 7.84 825 FUJI 390 53.5 25.4 25.4 2670 NORITSU 550 or 570 NORITSU 3501/3502F NORITSU 3701/02/03F 11.0 5.23 5.23 550 8.2 3.9 3.9 410 12.8 6.08 6.08 640 NORITSU 3704F 15.6 7.40 7.40 780 NORITSU 3705F 14.6 6.95 6.95 730 To the specified volume of, add the PRIME SP Replenisher LORR and PRIME SP Starter concentrates directly from the bottles. Allow the recirculation pumps to mix the solution when the processor is turned on. If necessary, add a small amount of to finish filling the tank. Note: The contents of this publication are subject to change. To be sure you have the most up-to-date publication, check www.kodak.com/go/photochemicals; select Technical Resources tab to find a link to Current Information Summaries. Consumer Digital Group EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY ROCHESTER, NY 14650 Using the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 111 with Digital Minilabs using Processes CP-48S and CP-49E KODAK Publication No. CIS-229 Kodak, Edge, Ektacolor, Prime and Royal are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. Major Revision 309