AGFA Compact 102 User manual

Category
Bridge cameras
Type
User manual
Compact 102
User Manual
i
Table
of
Contents
Preface
................................................................................................................. iii
About
this
Manual
...................................................................................................
iii
Safety
and
Handling
Precautions
............................................................................iv
Using
this
Menu
.......................................................................................................v
Introduction
...........................................................................................................
1
System
Requirements
.............................................................................................
1
Main
Features
.........................................................................................................
1
Package
Contents
...................................................................................................
2
Camera
Views
.........................................................................................................
3
Camera
Buttons
......................................................................................................
5
Navigation
Control
...................................................................................................
5
Camera
Memory
.....................................................................................................
7
Getting
Started
......................................................................................................
8
Attaching
the
Wrist
Strap
........................................................................................
8
Inserting
the
Battery
................................................................................................
8
Inserting
an
SD/SDHC
Memory
Card
.....................................................................
9
Charging
the
Battery
.............................................................................................
10
Turning
the
Power
On
and
Off..............................................................................
10
Initial
Settings
........................................................................................................
10
Modes
...................................................................................................................
11
Using
the
LCD
Monitor
......................................................................................
13
LCD
Monitor
Layout
..............................................................................................
13
Recording
Photos,
Videos
and
Voices
............................................................
22
Taking
Photos
.......................................................................................................
22
Using
the
Stabilizer
...............................................................................................
22
Setting
the
Zoom
Control
......................................................................................
23
Using
Flash
...........................................................................................................
24
Setting
the
Focus
Mode
........................................................................................
25
Using
the
Function
Menu
......................................................................................
26
Using
the
Record
Menu
........................................................................................
32
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Setting the Scene Mode
..........................................................................................
33
Using Smile Capture Mode
.....................................................................................
37
Using Intelligent Scene Mode
.................................................................................
38
Using Blink Detection Mode
....................................................................................
41
Using Aperture Priority Mode
..................................................................................
42
Using Shutter Priority Mode
..................................................................................
.. 42
Using Manual Exposure Mode
..............................................................................
.. 43
Setting the Drive Mode
..........................................................................................
.. 44
Setting the AEB
......................................................................................................
.. 45
Setting the AF Area
................................................................................................
.. 46
Setting the AF Lamp
..............................................................................................
.. 46
Setting Sharpness
.................................................................................................
.. 47
Setting Saturation
.................................................................................................
.. 47
Setting Contrast
.....................................................................................................
.. 48
Setting the Digital Zoom
.........................................................................................
.. 48
Setting the Date Stamp
.........................................................................................
.. 49
Setting Auto Review
.............................................................................................
.. 50
Recording
Movies
.
...................................................................................................
51
Recording
Voices
....................................................................................................
53
Playback
................................................................................................................
54
Viewing
in
Single
Navigation
...................................................................................
54
Viewing
thumbnails
.
.................................................................................................
54
Zooming
images
......................................................................................................
56
Playing
Movies
........................................................................................................
56
Playing
Voice
Recording
.........................................................................................
58
Playing
Voice
Memo
.
...............................................................................................
58
Deleting
an
Image/Video/Audio
...............................................................................
59
Playback
Menu
........................................................................................................
60
Slide show
................................................................................................................
61
Delete
......................................................................................................................
62
Protect
.....................................................................................................................
65
R
ed Eye Correction
.................................................................................................
67
Voice Memo
............................................................................................................
68
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Photo Edit
.............................................................................................................
69
Trim
........................................................................................................................
70
Startup Image
.......................................................................................................
73
PictBridge
..............................................................................................................
74
Using
the
Setup
Menu
.......................................................................................
75
Setting
Sounds
......................................................................................................
75
Setting
Power
Save
...............................................................................................
76
Setting
LCD
Save
..................................................................................................
76
Setting
Date
&
Time
..............................................................................................
77
Setting
Language
..................................................................................................
77
Setting
File
Numbering
..........................................................................................
77
Setting
TV
Out
.......................................................................................................
78
Setting
LCD
Brightness
.........................................................................................
78
Setting
Battery
Type
..............................................................................................
78
Setting
Memory
Kit
................................................................................................
79
Reset
All
................................................................................................................
79
Making
Connections
..........................................................................................
80
Connecting
the
Camera
to
a
TV
............................................................................
80
Connecting
the
Camera
a
PC
...............................................................................
80
Connecting
the
Camera
to
a
Printer
......................................................................
81
Appendix
.............................................................................................................
82
About
Folder
and
File
Names
...............................................................................
82
Troubleshooting
................................................................................................
83
Specifications
....................................................................................................
85
Customer care
.....................................................................................................
87
iv
Preface
About this Manual
This manual is designed to assist you in using your new AgfaPhoto digital camera. All information
presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No
part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any
form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer. © Copyright 2009
v
Declaration
of
Conformi
ty
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undersired operation.
Trademark
Recognition
Windows 98/2000/ME/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft
Windows Operation System. YouTube is a brand of Google, Inc. and YouTube, LLC, Mountain View,
California, US. All other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Safety and Handling Precautions
Camera
Information
Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.
Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.
Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.
Do not touch the camera lens.
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the product.
Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
Bat
tery
Information
Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.
Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came with your camera.
Using other types of battery or charger may damage the equipment and invalidate the
warranty.
When using Li-ion battery in this product, ensure that they are inserted correctly. Inserting
the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly cause an explosion.
When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the camera body
to feel warm.
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Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going to store the
camera for a long period of time.
The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be stuck up. Ensure
you use the correct battery type and use a fully charged battery.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
Using this Menu
Symbols used in this manual are explained below:
Note
This indicates useful information when using your camera.
Warning
This indicates warning message that should be read before using the function.
1
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new digital camera. This manual provides step-by-step
instructions on how to use your camera, and is intended for your reference only.
System Requirements
In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system
requirements:
For Windows:
Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Processor: Pentium II 450MHz or above
Memory: 512MB or above
HDD space: 200 MB or above
16bit color display monitor
Microsoft DirectX 9.0C
USB port and CD-ROM drive
For Macintosh:
Power Mac G3 or later
Mac OS 10.0-10.4
Memory: 64MB or above
HDD space: 110MB or above
USB port and CD-ROM drive
Main Features
12 mega pixels resolution
Up to 3x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom
1/2.3 inch CCD image sensor
2.7 inch color LCD monitor
32MB internal flash memory with optional external SD/SDHC card
Supports up to 4GB of SD card, and up to 32GB of SDHC card
Elegant casing
Easy-to-use button interface
DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility
2
Slide show feature to review your pictures and movies
A/V output to view your pictures and movies on your TV
USB port to transfer photos and movies to your PC
Package Contents
Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:
AgfaPhoto Compact 102 AA battery x 2 pcs
(optional)
Wrist strap USB cable AV cable
CD-ROM Quick Start Guide/
Camera pouch
3
Camera Views
Front
View
Back
V
i
ew
Flash
Self-timer LED / AF
Assist Lamp
Zoom Lens
Microphone
LCD screen
SET
Zoom buttons
Play button
LED indicator
DISP
MENU
FUNC
SET button / 4-way
navigation control
Menu button
Function / Delete button
4
OPEN
Top
V
i
ew
Power button
Speaker
Stabilizer button
Shutter button
Bottom
V
i
ew
Battery compartment
Tripod screw hole
SD card compartment
Left/Right
View
Strap ring
USB / TV Out
5
Camera Buttons
Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.
Button
Description
Power Press to turn on/off the power.
Stabilizer
The stabilizer sets the optimal ISO value according to light levels to compensate for
camera shake.
Press to set stabilizer on/off.
Shutter Press to capture an image or start/stop recording video or audio clip.
Play If the camera is turned off, press and hold to turn on camera in Playback mode.
If the camera is turned on, press to toggle camera to Playback or Record mode.
Zoom Press the zoom buttons to change zoom focus.
Menu Press to enter menu.
Function/
Delete
In Record mode, press to enter function menu.
In Playback mode, press to delete an image, video or audio clip.
Navigation Control
The 4-way Navigation Control and the SET button allows you to access the various menus
available from the On Screen Display (OSD). You can configure a wide range of settings to
ensure maximum results from your photos and videos. Further functions of these buttons are as
follows:
6
Face Tracking/
Rotate Button
Macro Button
SET
DISP
SET Button
Flash Button
Display Button
Button
Usage
SET 1. Confirm a selection when using the OSD menus.
Flash/ Right
1. In Record mode, press to scroll through the flash mode options. (Auto, Anti
Red-eye, Fill, Slow Sync and Off)
2. In Playback mode, press to view the next image, video or audio clip.
3. In Playback Video mode, press to fast forward video playback
4. In Menu, press to enter the submenu or to navigate through the menu
selections.
Macro/ Left
1. In Record mode, press to turn on/off Macro.
2. In Playback mode, press to view the previous image, video or audio clip.
3. In Playback Video mode, press to retract video playback
4. In Menu, press to exit a submenu or to navigate through the menu
selections.
Up/Face
Tracking/
Rotate
1. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.
2. In Record mode, press to turn the face tracking function on and off.
3. In Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to Start/Pause video or audio
playback.
4. In Playback photo mode, press to rotate the image clockwise 90 degrees by
each press of the button. This feature is applicable for still images only.
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Button
Usage
Display/Down
1. In Playback mode, press to change the LCD screen display to show or hide
OSD icons.
2. In Record mode, press to change LCD screen display to show or hide OSD
icons and guide lines.
3. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.
4. In Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to stop video/audio playback.
Camera Memory
Internal
memory
Your camera is equipped with 32MB of internal memory. Users can store images up to 12MB. If
there is no memory card inserted in the memory card slot, all images, videos and audio clips
recorded are automatically stored in the internal memory.
External
storage
Your camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB in size. It also supports SDHC cards with a
maximum capacity of 32GB. If there is a storage card inserted in the memory slot, the camera
automatically saves all images, videos and audio clips in the external storage card. The
icon indicates the camera is using SD card.
Warning
Not
all
cards
may
be
compatible
with
your
camera.
When
purchasing
a
card,
please
check
the
card
'
s
specifications
and
take
the
camera
with
you.
8
OPEN
Getting
Started
Attaching the Wrist Strap
Follow these instructions to attach the wrist strap to your
camera to facilitate easy carrying:
1. Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap eyelet.
2. Thread the larger loop of the strap though the short loop
and pull tight to attach the strap to the camera.
Inserting the Battery
Follow these instructions to insert the AA batteries into the battery compartment. Please read
"Battery Information” on page iv before inserting/removing batteries.
1. Make sure the power is off before inserting the batteries.
2. Open the battery compartment at
the bottom of the camera.
3. Insert the batteries into the compartment with the
terminal facing inside the camera and the battery indent
next to the compartment door.
9
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
4. Close the battery compartment.
Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card
Expand your cameras storage by using SD or SDHC
memory cards.
1. Open the SD card compartment at the bottom of
the camera.
2. Insert the SD/SDHC card into the memory card
slot with the metallic part facing the front side of
the camera.
3. Push the SD/SDHC card into the memory slot until
it clicks into place.
4. Close the SD card compartment.
To
remove
the
SD/SDHC
card
1. Open the battery compartment.
2. Gently push the card until it pops out.
3. Pull out the card carefully.
10
Turning the Power On and Off
There are two ways to turn on the camera:
The start up image displays briefly and the startup sound
plays if enabled. The zoom lens extends and the camera is turned on in Record mode.
The camera is turned on in Playback mode. The zoom lens is not extended. To
turn off the camera, press the Power button.
See "Modes” on page 11 to know more about Record and Playback mode.
Initial Settings
When you turn on your camera for the first time, you will be asked to do the initial settings of
your camera.
When you turn the Power button on, the Language Menu is displayed on the LCD screen for you
to setup the display language.
Sett
ing
the
La
nguage
1. Press , , or to move through the selection.
2. Select a language, then press SET to apply.
Sett
ing
the
Date
&
Time
1. Press or to move through the selection.
2. Press
the
or
keys to change the value for the date and time.
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3. Press SET to apply.
4. If necessary, press
MENU
to close the menu.
Now, you are ready to start taking photos and videos.
Note
Holding
down
the
or
keys
to
change
the
values
continuously.
Modes
Your camera has two modes:
Record
mode
Set to Record mode to capture images and record videos and audio clips.
Record mode can be further set to mode options like auto, movie and scene selection
modes. See "Selecting the Record mode options" below.
Playback
mode
Set your camera to Playback mode to view and edit captured images and playback videos
and audio clips. You can also attach voice memo to images in this mode.
When you turn on your camera using the Power button, you are automatically turned on to
Record mode.
Sw
i
tching
between
Record
Mode
a
nd
Playb
a
ck
Mode
In Record mode, press the Play button to switch to Playback mode.
In Playback mode, press the Play button to switch back to Record mode.
Selecting
the
Record
mode
options
Maximize the quality and ease of use of your camera by using the different mode options. The
mode options allow you to capture images with preset settings according to scene conditions.
12
MENU
1. Set the camera to Record mode.
2. Press to launch Record Mode Menu.
3. Select Record Mode, then press to enter
submenu.
4. Select a mode.
5. Press the SET button to apply selected mode.
Record
Mode
Drive
Mode
AEB
AF
Area
AF
Lamp
Sharpness
OFF
OFF
Note
For more information, see "Using the Record Menu” on page 32.
Use the 4-way navigation control to move through the menu selections.
13
Using
the
LCD
Monitor
The high resolution 2.7” LCD monitor shows all important information regarding camera settings
as well as the visual image of your photo or video. The display on the LCD monitor is called the
On Screen Display or OSD.
LCD Monitor Layout
The following illustrations show the LCD monitor layout and icon descriptions.
Record
Mode
Sc
re
en
Layout
1
2
3
4
5
307
27
6
26
12M
7
25
8
24
9
23
10
11
22
12
13
21
0.0EV
F
3.0
1/
30
ISO
AUTO
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
No. Item Description
1 Record Mode Indicates the current mode.
2 Flash Indicates flash settings.
3 Self-timer / Burst Indicates drive mode settings.
4 Zoom indicator Displays zoom.
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AGFA Compact 102 User manual

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Type
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