AGFA DC-733s - Manual

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1 Getting Started Using This Menu Getting Started This section contains information you should know before using this camera. Basic Operation This section explains all recording features of this camera. Basic Recording This section explains how to record still images, movies, and audio files. Other ...

2 Scope of delivery AgfaPhoto DC-733s USB Cable AV Cable Soft Case Strap 2 x AA Batteries Software Installation CD-ROM Quick Start Guide y Do not swing the camera around by the strap. C C a a u u t t i i o o n n

3 Parts of the Camera 1. Flash ( page 24) 2. Microphone 3. Lens 4. Self-timer Lamp 5. Zoom Button ( page 23) y Thumbnail ( page 38) y Playback Zoom ( page 37) 6. Playback Button ( page 13) 7. Menu Button ( page 15) 8. Operation Lamp 9. Mode Button ( page 13) 10. ASM Button ( page 14) y Delete Button...

5 Inserting the Batteries Open the battery cover. y Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert the batteries. y Insert two AA-size batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery room. Close the battery cover. L...

6 Inserting the Memory Card You can use SD Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. Open the battery cover. y Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert the card. y Insert the card with...

7 Setting the Display Language/ Date & Time When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, be sure to choose a language and set the date & time before using the camera. Setting Display Language Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Setup Menu ( page 17). Select [ Language]...

8 Apply the setting. y After adjusting the settings, press the SET or the MENU button to apply the setting. y If the batteries are removed for longer than 48 hours, the date and time will need to be re-set. 4 C C a a u u t t i i o o n n

9 Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is used to compose images while recording, adjust settings and replay images. The following indicators may appear on the LCD monitor while recording or playing back images. REC mode 1 Recording mode ( page 13) 13 White balance ( page 32) 2 Flash ( page 24) 14 ...

10 PLAYBACK mode 1 Playback mode ( page 13) 7 Recording info ( page 11) 2 Protect ( page 41) 8 Histogram 3 Voice memo ( page 31) 9 Captured date & time 4 File number / Total 10 Voice memo control ( page 31) 5 Battery ( page 5) 11 DPOF ( page 46) 6 Storage media 12 Resolution ( page 22) y Some in...

12 Basic Operation Turning Power On and Off Press the POWER button ( n ) to turn on the camera in the REC mode. y The power turns on, the lens extends and the LED lights in green. Press the PLAYBACK button ( o ) to turn on the camera in the PLAYBACK mode. y The power turns on, and an image displays ...

13 Changing the Mode You can record images and voices in the REC mode. And using the PLAYBACK mode to replay, delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor. Switching between REC and PLAYBACK mode In REC mode: press the PLAYBACK button ( n ) to switch to the PLAY mode. In PLAY mode: press the PLAYBACK (...

15 Using the Menus When a menu is displayed, the four-way control and the SET button are used to make the desired settings. REC menu Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode ( page 13). Open the REC menu. y Press the MENU button ( n ) to display the menu. Select an item. y Press or ( o ...

17 Setup menu Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC or PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Press the MENU button ( n ) to open the REC or PLAYBACK menu. y The menu displays depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAY- BACK mode. Open the Setup menu. y Press four-way control ( o ) to sele...

18 Setup menu list Menu Item Functions Sounds [Shutter] : [Start-up] : [Beep] : [Volume] : Sets the shutter sound on and off. Sets a type of the start-up sound. Sets the operation sound on and off. Adjusts the volume of the shutter sound, start-up sound, beep and playback sound. Auto Review [Off] : ...

20 Basic Recording Recording Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode ( page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. y Aim the focus area ( n ) to the subject that you want to take. Half press the shutter button to focus the image. y The focus area ( n ) becomes green whil...

21 Using the Q mode The Q mode provides a simplified camera interface. Larger icons and fewer controls make it easier to take pictures anytime, especially for the beginners and elder users. You can use only the basic settings in the Q mode: Flash : Auto / Red-eye / Force on / Slow sync / Force off M...

24 Using the Flash The flash is not only for taking pictures when there is insufficient light, but also when the subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Press the flash button to cycle your camera through the various flash modes. The flash will not activate when continuous shooting or movie ...

25 Using the Macro Your camera is equipped with a macro function that allows you to focus on very close subjects. In macro mode you can focus on subjects 15 cm from the lens when in the maximum wide angle setting and 40 cm in the maximum telephoto setting. Turn the power on, and set the camera to th...

27 Using the Aperture Priority In this mode, you can set an aperture value to match the brightness. A higher aperture value brings the background out of focus. Selecting a lower aperture value allows you to soft the background. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Aperture Priority ( page 14...

28 Using the Manual Exposure You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Manual Exposure ( page 14). 2 Use the SET button to switch between aperture value and shutter speed control. Press or to adjust the setting. P...

29 Recording Movie Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Movie mode ( page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. y Aim the focus area ( q ) to the subject that you want to take. y The LCD monitor displays the available recording time ( p ). Start recording. y Press the shutter button...

30 Recording Audio Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Voice REC mode ( page 13). Press the shutter button ( n ) to start recording. y The voices are recorded from the microphone ( o ) of the camera. Be careful to avoid touching the microphone while recording. Press the shutter button...

31 Recording a Voice Memo You can add a voice memo to the still images after you record it. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Press or to select a still image that you want to add a voice memo. y If the image already has the voice memo recorded, the appears on th...

32 Other Recording Functions Setting the Metering There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Option Description Light is measured from the entire shooting screen, but gives more importance to the values near the center. Selects an exposure based on readings from multiple ...

36 Playback Playing Back Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). y The latest recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. y If there are no images stored, a message [No image] appears. Press the four-way control or ( n ). y : displays the previous image. y : disp...

39 Deleting Files Deleting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Open the menu. y Press the MENU button ( n ), then use the four-way control ( o ) to select Delete ( ) and press the SET button ( o ). Press or ( o ) to select [SINGLE], and then press the...

42 Protecting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen ( page 38). Open the menu. y Press the MENU button, then Press or to select to select Protect ( ) and press the SET button. Press or to select [Select], and then press the SET button. y The frame of the select...

43 Editing Images Rotating Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Press or to select the image you want to rotate. Open the menu. y Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Rotate ( ) and press the SET button. Press the SET button to...

45 Copying the Files You may copy the data from the camera’s internal memory to the memory card for convenience. Be sure you have inserted a memory card into your digital camera. Set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode. ( page 13). Open the menu. y Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to...

46 Setting the DPOF The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) setting allows you to select images on the memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service or for printing on a dir...

47 Choosing a Start-up Image Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Open the menu. y Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Start-up Image ( ) and press the SET button. Press or to select the image you want, then press the SET button to apply t...

48 Making Connections Connecting the Camera to a TV You can display recorded images on a television with a supplied AV cable. Set the TV out to match the TV system that you are using ( page 19). Turn off the camera and the TV. Use the supplied AV cable to connect the camera to the TV set. Set the TV...

49 Connecting the Camera to a PC There are two ways to download files from the camera’s internal memory or memory card to a computer: y Inserting the memory card into a card reader y Connecting the camera to a computer using the supplied USB cable Using the Card Reader Eject the memory card from the...

50 Appendix Folder & File Name Your digital camera automatically creates a directory of folders in the internal memory or memory card that it uses to organize still images, movie clips and other information. Folder Structure Folder name begins with a 3-digit number from 100 to 999 and followed b...

51 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Battery is inserted in the wrong direction. Reload battery in the correct direction. Batteries are dead. Replace or recharge batteries. Power does not turn on. The battery compartment door is open. Make sure the battery compartment door is securely closed. T...

52 Specifications Sensor 7 MegaPixels CCD, Size : 1/2.5 inch Lens Focal length : f = 6.2 (W) ~ 18.6 ( T ) mm , 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom Display 2.5” LCD monitor Focus range Normal: 80 cm ~ Infinity, Macro: (W) 15 cm ~ 1 m / (T) 40 cm~ 1 m Aperture F/ 2.8 ( W ), 5.2 ( T ) Shutter 8 ~ 1/2000 s...

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59 Customer care More information con the complete AgfaPhoto digital camera product range can be found under www.plawa.com / www.plawausa.com Service & Repair (USA/ Canada): 1-866 475 2605 www.plawausa.com Service & Repair Hotline (EU): 00800 752 921 00 (from a landline only) Service & S...

60 Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it ...

61 been provided with the product or when specified additional components or accessories have elsewhere been designated to be used with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC regulations.