AgfaPhoto DC-1033m User manual

DC-1033m
User manual

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Thank you for purchasing this AgfaPhoto digital camera. Please read these operating instructions
carefully in order to use the digital camera correctly. Keep the instructions in a safe place after
reading so that you can refer to them later.
Precautions
•Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could
damage your eyesight.
•Do not try to open the case of the camera or attempt to modify this camera in any way.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed.
Maintenance and repairs should be carried out only by authorized service providers.
•Do not press the flash too close to the eyes of animals or young children. Eye damage may
result. Please remain at least one meter away from infants when using flash.
•Keep the camera away from water and other liquids. Do not use the camera with wet hands.
Never use the camera in the rain or snow. Moisture creates internal danger and may cause
electric shock.
•Keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to prevent
accidents or damage to the camera.
•If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from the camera, turn the power off immediately.
Take the camera to the nearest authorized service center for repair. Never attempt to repair
the camera on your own.
•Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly
recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire,
electrical shock or other hazards.
Disclaimer
We assume no responsibility over and above the provisions of the Product Liability Law for
damages suffered by the user or third parties as a result of inappropriate handling of the product
or its accessories, or by their operational failure and by their use. We reserve the right to make
changes to this product and its accessories without prior notice.
Warning!
Never disconnect to open the camera or remove any parts of it. This will invalidate all guarantee
claims.

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Contents
GETTING STARTED 1
USING THIS MENU 1
SCOPE OF DELIVERY 2
PARTS OF THE CAMERA 3
INSERTING THE BATTERIES 5
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR 5
ABOUT BATTERY TYPE 6
INSERTING THE MEMORY CARD 6
ABOUT CAMERA MEMORY 6
DCF PROTOCOL 7
SETTING THE DISPLAY LANGUAGE /DATE &
TIME 7
SETTING THE DISPLAY LANGUAGE 7
SETTING THE DATE &TIME 7
USING THE LCD MONITOR 9
REC MODE 9
PLAYBACK MODE 10
CHANGING THE LCD STATUS 11
BASIC OPERATION 12
TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF 12
POWER SAVING FUNCTION 12
CHANGING THE MODE 13
SWITCHING BETWEEN REC MODE AND
PLAYBACK MODE 13
SELECTING THE REC MODE 13
SELECTING THE ASM MODE 15
USING THE MENUS 16
REC MENU 16
SETUP MENU 18
BASIC RECORDING 21
RECORDING STILL IMAGES 21
U SING SMILE CAPTURE M ODE 22
TO ACTIVATE SMILE CAPTURE 22
USING INTELLIGENT SCENE MODE 23
TO ACTIVATE INTELLIGENT SCENE 23
USING BLINK DETECTION MODE 25
TO ACTIVATE BLINK DETECTION 25
USING THE QMODE 26
SETTING IMAGE SIZE AND QUALITY 27
USING THE ZOOM FUNCTION 28
USING THE FLASH 29
USING THE MACRO 30
USING THE SELF-TIMER &BURST 31
USING THE APERTURE PRIORITY 32
USING THE SHUTTER PRIORITY 32
USING THE MANUAL EXPOSURE 33
RECORDING MOVIE CLIPS 34
SETTING THE MOVIE SIZE 35
RECORDING AUDIO CLIPS 35
PLAYING BACK AUDIO CLIPS 35
RECORDING A VOICE MEMO 36
PLAYING BACK A VOICE MEMO 36
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 37
SETTING THE METERING 37
SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE 37
SETTING THE ISO 38
SETTING THE EXPOSURE 38
SETTING THE AEB 38
SETTING THE HIGHLIGHT 38
SETTING THE SHARPNESS 39
SETTING THE PHOTO EDIT 39
SETTING DATE STAMP 39
SETTING STABILIZER 40
SETTING FACE TRACKING 40
SETTING PHOTO FRAME 40
PLAYBACK 41
PLAYING BACK IMAGES 41

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PLAYING BACK MOVIE CLIPS 41
MAGNIFYING &TRIMMING STILL IMAGES
42
VIEWING IN THUMBNAIL 43
PLAYING A SLIDE SHOW 43
DELETING FILES 44
DELETING A SINGLE FILE 44
DELETING MULTIPLE FILES 45
DELETING ALL FILES 45
PROTECTING A SINGLE FILE 46
PROTECTING ALL FILES 46
PROTECTING MULTIPLE FILES 47
EDITING IMAGES 48
ROTATING STILL IMAGES 48
CHANGING THE IMAGE SIZE 48
CHANGING THE IMAGE WITH EFFECTS 49
CHOOSING THE IMAGE WITH PHOTO
FRAME 49
COPYING THE FILES 50
SETTING THE DPOF 51
CHOOSING A STARTUP IMAGE 52
MAKING CONNECTIONS 53
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A TV 53
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A PC 54
USING THE CARD READER 54
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A
COMPUTER WITH THE USB CABLE 54
APPENDIX 55
ABOUT THE FOLDER &FILE NAME 55
FOLDER STRUCTURE 55
FILE NAMING 55
TROUBLESHOOTING 56
SPECIFICATIONS 57
FUNCTION AVAILABLE LIST 59
CUSTOMER CARE 66
DISPOSAL OF WASTE EQUIPMENT BY
USERS IN PRIVATE HOUSEHOLDS IN THE
EUROPEAN UNION 67
FCC COMPLIANCE AND ADVISORY 67
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 68

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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 Recording Functions
This section explains common operations about recording images.
Playback
This section explains playback, delete, and edit functions of still images, movies and
audio files.
Making Connections
This section tells you how to connect this camera to a computer or TV.
Appendix
This section describes the troubleshooting and the camera specification.
The meanings of the symbols used in this user's manual are explained below:
This indicates cautions that should be read before using these
functions.
This indicates the useful information when using this camera.
This indicates the reference page.
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Scope of Delivery
AgfaPhoto DC-1033m USB Cable AV Cable
Soft Case Hand Strap 2 x AA Batteries
Software Installation
CD-ROM Quick Guide
yActual accessories may be different.
yNote that the shape of the charger plug depends on the area where you
purchased the camera.
yDo not swing the camera around by the strap.
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Parts of the Camera
1. Flash ( page 29)
2. Microphone
3. Lens
4. Self-timer Lamp
5. Zoom Button ( page 28)
yThumbnail ( page 43)
yPlayback Zoom
(page 42)
6. Playback Button
(page 13)
7. Menu Button ( page 16)
8. Operation Lamp
9. Mode Button ( page 13)
10. ASM Button ( page 15)
yDelete Button ( page 44)
11. LCD Monitor ( page 9)
12. SET/DISP Button
(page 11)
13. Flash Button ( page 29)
14. Macro Button ( page 30)

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15. Strap Ring
16. Shutter Button
( page 21, 34)
17. Power Button ( page 12)
18. Speaker
19. USB/AV Terminal
( page 20, 54)
20. Battery Cover ( page 5)
21. Tripod Socket

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Inserting the Batteries
Open the battery cover.
ySlide the battery cover in the
direction indicated by the
arrow.
Insert the batteries.
yInsert two AA-size batteries
with the positive (+) and
negative (-) poles matching
the directions indicated
inside the battery room.
Close the battery cover.
Low Battery Indicator
A low battery indicator appears on the LCD screen when the batteries are nearly
exhausted. Batteries should be replaced promptly when the low battery indicator
appears.
yRisk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
yBe sure to turn off the camera power before insert or remove batteries.
yIt is recommended to use the provided battery. For other compatible batteries,
please refer to Battery types. ( page 20). Use of any other type battery is not
recommended.
yReplace all batteries at the same time. Never mix old and new batteries.
yRemove batteries if you will not be using them for a long time.
yThe camera body may feel warm after extended use. This is normal.
yThe 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.
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About Battery Type
After replacing the batteries, please check the Battery Type in the setup menu (
page 20).
Inserting the Memory Card
You can use SD/SDHC Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located
beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment.
Open the battery cover.
ySlide the battery cover in the
direction indicated by the
arrow.
Insert the card.
yInsert the card with the label
facing up and the arrow
pointing in.
yTo remove the card, gently press on the edge of the card and release it. Pull the
card out and close the battery cover.
Close the battery cover.
yIt may cause damage to the card if removed while the camera is on.
yDo not touch the connection terminals on the back side of the card.
yNot all cards may be compatible with your camera. When purchasing a card,
please check the card's specifications and take the camera with you.
About Camera Memory
This camera is equipped with internal memory. If the memory card is not inserted in the
camera, all images and movie clips recorded by the camera will be stored in the internal
memory. If the memory card is inserted, images and movie clips are stored on the
memory card.
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DCF Protocol
The DCF protocol defines the format for image file data as well as the directory structure
for the memory card. Images that are taken by a DCF camera can be viewed on
DCF-compatible cameras from other manufacturers.
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 the Display Language
Turn the power on, and set the camera
to the Setup Menu ( page 18).
Select [ Language].
yPress or to select
[LANGUAGE] then press or the
SET button to launch the submenu.
Select a language.
yPress or to select a language and press or the SET button to
apply the setting.
Press the MENU button to close the menu.
Setting the Date & Time
Turn the power on, and set the camera
to the Setup Menu ( page 18).
Select [ Date & Time].
yPress or to select [Date &
Time] then press or the SET
button to launch the submenu.
Set date and time.
yPress or to change the value of the cursor located. Press or
to move the cursor between settings.
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yHolding down or changes the values continuously.
yFor date stamp setting ( page 39).
Apply the setting.
yAfter adjusting the settings, press the SET or the MENU button to apply
the setting.
yIf the batteries are removed for longer than 48 hours, the Date and Time will need to
be re-set.
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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 37)
2 Flash ( page 29) 14 Shutter speed ( page 21)
3 Macro ( page 30) 15 Shake warning ( page 21)
4 Self-timer / Burst ( page 31) 16 Aperture value ( page 21)
5 Zoom indicator ( page 28) 17 Face tracking ( page 40 )
6 Shots remaining 18 Exposure ( page 38)
7 Battery ( page 5) 19 Focus area ( page 21)
8 Storage media 20 Date stamp ( page 39)
9 Stabilizer 21 AEB ( page 38)
10 Metering ( page 37) 22 Sharpness ( page 39)
11 ISO ( page 38) 23 Quality ( page 27)
12 Histogram 24 Resolution ( page 27)

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PLAYBACK mode
1 Playback mode (page 13) 7 Recording info ( page 11)
2 Protect ( page 46) 8 Histogram
3 Voice memo ( page 36) 9 Captured date & time
4 File number / Total 10 Voice memo control ( page 36)
5 Battery ( page 5) 11 DPOF ( page 51)
6 Storage media 12 Resolution ( page 27)
ySome information may not display correctly if you display images captured by
other camera model.
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Changing the LCD Status
Press the SET/DISP button changes the LCD status as shown below:
REC mode
(A)OSDon (B)FullOSD (C)Guideline (D)OSDoff
yUse the “Guide line” to compose images easily before shooting images.
PLAYBACK mode
(A)OSDon (B)FullOSD (D)OSDoff
yYou cannot change the LCD status in the following situation:
。 Manual exposure
。 Recording movie clips or audio files
。 Playing movie clips or audio files
。 Playing the slideshow
。 Viewing in thumbnail
。 Trimming a still image
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Basic Operation
Turning the Power On and Off
Press the POWER button (n) to turn on
the camera in the REC mode.
yThe 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.
yThe power turns on, and an image
displays on the LCD monitor (p).
Press the POWER button (n) again to turn the power off.
yThe power turns off, the lens retracts and the LED turns off.
yYou can turn on the camera without the start-up and operating sound by
pressing and holding the POWER (n) or the PLAYBACK (o) button over 1.5
seconds.
ySwitch between REC mode and PLAYBACK mode ( page 13).
Power Saving Function
For saving the battery power, the LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute after the
last control accessed (factory-preset setting). Press any button other than the power
button to turn on the LCD monitor. You can change the power save setting in Setup
menu ( page 19).
After the power saving function has been active for 1 minute, the power will turn off
completely. Press the POWER (n) or the PLAYBACK (o) button to restore the power.
The power save feature will not activate in the following situation:
yRecording movie clips or audio files
yPlaying movie clips or audio files
yPlaying the slideshow
yConnecting the camera to a computer or printer with the USB cable
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Changing the Mode
You can record images and voices in the REC mode.And use the PLAYBACK mode to
replay, delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor.
Switching between REC mode and PLAYBACK mode
In REC mode, press the PLAYBACK button
(n) to switch to the PLAY mode.
In PLAY mode, press the PLAYBACK (n)
or the MODE (o) button to switch to the
REC mode.
Selecting the REC mode
Set the camera to the REC mode
(page 13).
Launch the mode palette.
yPress the MODE button (o) to
show the scene mode palette.
Select a mode.
yUse the four-way control to select a desired mode and press the SET
button to confirm the setting.
Display Title Description
Program The camera makes settings suitable for the shooting conditions.
Movie For recording movie clips.
Voice REC For recording audio.
Q Mode Allows beginners to take pictures easily.
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Display Title Description
Portrait Blurring the background to focus on the subject.
Landscape Used for the wide scenic views.
Sunset Enhance the red hue for recording sunset images.
Backlight Shooting the image of backlight object by changing metering.
Smile
Capture Capture the most brilliant smile of characters.
Kids Take a still image to capture moving kids.
Night Scene Shooting the subject while keeping the background night scenery.
Fireworks Slow shutter speed to take fireworks exploding.
Snow Used for the beach or snow scenes.
Food Higher saturation makes food more appetizing.
Building Enhance the edges of the subject.
Text Enhance the black & white contrast.
Blink
Detection This feature detects if the subject blinked an eye when the image
is captured and gives the user an option whether to save it or not.
Intelligent
Scene The camera detects the shooting conditions and automatically
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Selecting the ASM mode
Set the camera to the REC mode
(page 13).
yIt cannot be switch to ASM mode
while in Movie or Voice REC
mode.
Launch the ASM mode.
yPress the ASM button (n) to
toggle switch between Aperture
Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual
Exposure mode.
yFor detail operation
(page32).
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