AgfaPhoto sensor 500-X 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 read-
ing so that you can refer to them later.
Notice: this User’s Manual has been written for the following camera models: AgfaPhoto
sensor 500-X, AgfaPhoto sensor 505-X and AgfaPhoto sensor 510-X.
Precautions
Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions de-
scribed below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.
•Do not point 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retheashtooclosetotheeyesofanimalsorpeople,especiallyyoungchildren.Eyedamage
mayresult.Inparticular,keepatleastonemeterawayfrominfantswhenusingtheash.
•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 the danger of 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,re,electricalshockor
other hazards.

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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 acces-
sories, 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 open the camera or remove any parts of it. This will void all guarantee claims.
Using your batteries
For best performance and prolonged battery life, we recommend the use of AAA-sized rechargeable
NiMH batteries.
Extending battery life
The following functions use up a great deal of battery power and should therefore only be used
occasionally:
• Excessiveuseofash
• Editingimagesonthecameradisplay
The battery life can be affected by soiling. Please clean the contacts with a clean, dry cloth before
putting the batteries in the camera. Battery performance drops at temperatures below 5° C (41° F). If
you use the camera at low temperatures you should have replacement batteries to hand and ensure
theydonotgettoocold.Pleasenote:youshouldnotdisposeofcoldandseeminglyatbatteries
because these batteries may work again at room temperature.

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Parts of the Camera
1. Flash
2. Selftimer lamp
3. Lens
4. Operation lamp
5. LCD display
6. Playback button
Five-way control button
7.OK/Enterbutton(vertically)
8. Right
9. Down
10. Up
11. Left
12.MENUbutton

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13. Shutter button
14. Mode button
15. Power button
16. Microphone
17. Strap mount
18. Battery cover
19. USB jack
20. Tripod socket
Attaching the Strap
Attach the strap to your camera as shown in the image.
Caution
Do not swing the camera around by the strap

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Inserting the Batteries
The camera is powered by two AAA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable NiMH batteries.
1Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrows.
2Insert the batteries. Insert two AAA-size batteries with the positive (+) and negative
(-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery
compartment.
3Close the battery cover.
Turning Power On & Off
1 Press the Power button (1) to turn on the camera in the Capture
mode.ThepowerturnsonandtheLED(2)lightsred.
2PressthePowerbutton(1)againtoturnthepoweroff.ThepowerturnsoffandtheLEDturns
off.

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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 and Playback Mode
In REC mode, press the Playback button (2) to switch to the
Playback mode.
In Playback mode, press the Playback button (2) to switch to the
REC mode.
Selecting the REC Mode
1Press the Power button to enter the Capture mode. IfthecameraisinPlaybackmode,pressthePlaybackbuttontochangetoRECmode.
2Press the Mode button (1) to change the REC mode. EachtimetheMode buttonispressedtheRECmodeiconchanges.Itincludesthreemodesin
RECmode:Capturemode,VideomodeandAudiomode.

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Display Title Description
Capture mode For taking still photos.
Videomode For recording movie clips.
Audio mode Forrecordingaudioles.
Caution
The Mode button will not work when the camera is in Playback mode.
Using the Menu in REC Mode
Whenamenuisdisplayed,theve-waycontrolbuttonisusedtomakethedesiredsettings.The
AudiomodedoesnothaveamenusotheMENUbuttonwillnotworkinAudiomode.
1Capture menu. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Capture
mode
2Open the Capture menu.
PresstheMENUbutton(2)todisplaythemenu.
3Select an item.
Press or ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)toselect
an item.
4Change the setting.
Press ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)tolaunchthe
submenu. Press or ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)
to change the setting.

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5PressOK/Enterontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)tosavethesettingsandnallypressthe
MENUbutton(2)toclosethemenu
Using the Menu in Playback Mode
Whenamenuisdisplayed,theve-waycontrolbuttonisusedtomakethedesiredsettings.
Using the Menu in Playback Mode
1Turn the power on and set the camera to the Playback mode
2Open the Playback menu. Press the Menu button (2) to display the menu.
3Select an item.
Press or ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)toselectan
item.
4Change the setting.
Press ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)tolaunchthe
submenu. Press or ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)tochangethesetting.
5 PressOK/Enter(1)tosavethesettingsandnallypresstheMenubutton(2)toclosethemenu.
Caution
Iftheiteminthemenulistisgrayitmeansthisitemdoesn’tworkinthisleformat.

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Setting the Display Language / Date & Time
Whenusingthecameraforthersttimeafterpurchasingit,besuretochoosealanguageandsetthe
date & time before using the camera.
Setting Display Language
1Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Setup Menu.
2Select [Language].
Press or to select [Language] then press to launch
the submenu.
3Select a language.
Press or ontheve-waycontrolbuttontoselecta
language and press OK/Enter button to apply the setting.
4Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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Setup Menu
1Turn the power on and set the camera to the REC or
Playback mode.
2PresstheMENUbutton(2)toopentheRECorPlayback
menu. The menu displayed depends on whether you are in the
RECmodeorthePlaybackmode.
3Open the Setup menu.
Press ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)toselect[Setup] to
display the Setup menu.
4Select an item.
Press or ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)toselectamenuitemthenpress on the
ve-waycontrolbutton(1)tolaunchthesubmenu.
5Change the setting.
Press or ontheve-waycontrolbutton(1)toselectanoptionandpressOK/Enter(1)to
apply the setting.
6Press the MENU button (2) to close the menu.