AGFA 510-X, 500-X User Manual

sensor 500-X, sensor 505-X,
sensor 510-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
reading 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 described 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 fire the flash 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 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 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,
fire, 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 accessories, or by their operational failure and by their use. We reserve t he 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 flash

• 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 flat batteries because these batteries may work again at room
temperature.

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Contents

PRECAUTIONS I
DISCLAIMER II
USING YOUR BATTERIES II
EXTENDING BATTERY LIFE II

CONTENTS ________________________ III

GETTING STARTED __________________ 1

USING THIS MANUAL 1
PACKAGE CONTENTS 2
PARTS OF THE CAMERA 3

ATTACHING THE STRAP 5

INSERTING THE BATTERIES 5

VIDEO MENU LIST 16

SETUP MENU 17

BASIC RECORDING_________________ 19

RECORDING STILL IMAGES 19

SELECTING THE RESOLUTION AND QUALITY
20
USING THE ZOOM FUNCTION 21
USING THE FLASH 22
USING THE SELFTIMER 23
USING THE BURST-SNAPSHOT 24

RECORDING MOVIE CLIPS 25

SETTING THE MOVIE SIZE 25

LOW BATTERY INDICATOR 6

INSERTING A MEMORY CARD 6

ABOUT CAMERA MEMORY 7

TURNING POWER ON & OFF 7

POWER SAVING FUNCTION 7

SETTING THE DISPLAY LANGUAGE / DAT E &
TIME 8

SETTING DISPLAY LANGUAGE 8
SETTING DATE & TIME 9

USING THE LCD MONITOR 9

CAPTURE MODE 10
VIDEO MODE 11
PLAYBACK MODE 12

BASIC OPERATION _________________ 13

TURNING POWER ON & OFF 13

RECORDING AUDIO 26

PLAYING BACK AUDIO 26

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS _____ 27

SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE 27
SETTING THE COLOR EFFECT 28
SETTING THE EXPOSURE 28
SETTING DATE STAMP 29

PLAYBACK ________________________ 30

PLAYING BACK IMAGES 30
PLAYING BACK MOVIE CLIPS 30
USING THE MENU IN PLAYBACK MODE 31

USING THE MENU IN PLAYBACK MODE 31
VIEWING THUMBNAILS 32

CHANGING THE MODE 13

SWITCHING BETWEEN REC AND PLAYBACK
MODE 13
SELECTING THE REC MODE 14

USING THE MENU IN REC MODE 15
CAPTURE MENU LIST 16

PLAYING A SLIDE SHOW 32

DELETING FILES 33

DELETING A SINGLE FILE 33
DELETING ALL FILES 34
FORMA TTING THE SD CARD OR INTERNAL
MEMORY 34

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PROTECTING FILES 35

CHOOSING A STARTUP IMAGE 36

SETTING THE LOGO 36

EDITING IMAGES 37

ROTATING STILL IMAGES 37

PRINTING 38

MAKING CONNECTIONS_____________ 39

CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A TV 39
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A PC 40

USING A CARD READER (NOT INCLUDED) 40
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A PC WITH

THE USB CABLE 40

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ___________ 41

APPENDIX_________________________ 42

ABOUT THE FOLDER & FILE NAMES 42

FOLDER STRUCTURE 42
NAMING FILES 42

TROUBLESHOOTING 43
SPECIFICATIONS 44
CUSTOMER CARE 46
DISPOSAL OF WASTE EQUIPMENT BY USERS

IN PRIVATE HOUSEHOLDS IN THE EUROPEAN

UNION 47
FCC COMPLIANCE AND ADVISORY 47

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Getting Started

Using This Manual

Getting Started

This section contains information you should know prior to using this camera.

Basic Operation

This section explains all recording features of the camera.

Basic Recording

This section explains how to record still images, movies and audio files.

Other Recording Functions

This section explains common operations when recording images.

Playback

This section explains playback, delete and edit functions of still images, movies and
audio files.

Making Connections

This section explains how to connect the camera to a computer or TV.

Appendix

This section provides troubleshooting and the camera specifications.

The meanings of the symbols used in this user's manual are explained below:

This indicates warnings that should be read before using these
functions.

This indicates useful information for the use of this camera.

This indicates the reference page.

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Package Contents

AgfaPhoto sensor USB / AV cable 2 x AAA batteries

Pouch Strap Software Installation

CD-ROM

Quick guide

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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

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Attaching the Strap

Attach the strap to your camera as shown
in the image.

CCaauuttiioonn

y Do not swing the camera around by the strap

Inserting the Batteries

The camera is powered by two AAA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable NiMH
batteries.

1

Open the battery cover.

Slide the battery cover in the
direction indicated by the arrows.

2

Insert the batteries.

Insert two AAA-size batteries
with the positive (+) and
negative (-) poles matching the
directions indicated inside the
battery compartment.

3

Close the battery cover.

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Low Battery Indicator

A low battery indicator
exhausted. Batteries should be replaced promptly when the low battery indicator
appears.

CCaauuttiioonn

y There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

y Be sure to turn off the camera power before inserting or removing batteries.
y Use only A l kaline or NiMH batteries to power this camera. Use of any other type

y Replace all batteries at the same time. Never mix old and new batteries.
y Remov e batteries if you will not be using the camera for a long time.
y The camera body may feel warm after extended use. Th is is normal.

Dispose of used batteries according to instructions.

of battery is not recommended.

appears on the LCD screen when the batteries are nearly

Inserting a Memory Card

You can use an SD card card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is adjacent
to the battery compartment.

1

Open the battery cover.

Slide the battery cover in the
direction indicated by the arrows.

2

Insert the card.

Insert the card with the label facing
up and the arrow pointing inwards.

y To remove the card, gently press on the ed ge of the card to release it. Pull the

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card out and close the battery cover.

Close the battery cover.

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CCaauuttiioonn

y If you insert or remove the card while the camera is powered on, it may damage

y Do not touc h the connection terminals on the back of the card.

About Camera Memory

This camera is equipped with an internal memory. If a 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 a memory card is inserted, images and movie clips will be stored on the
memory card.

the card or data.

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.

2

Press the Power button (1) again to turn the power off. The power turns off and
the LED turns off.

y You can tur n on the camera without the startup and operating sound by setting

y Switch between Capture mode and Playback mode (

Power Saving Function

To save battery power, the LCD monitor automatically turns off 30 seconds after the last

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the function [Play Logo] and [Buzzer].

page 13).

control accessed (factory-preset setting). Press any button other than the power button
to turn on the LCD monitor. After the power saving function has been active for the set
time, the power will turn off completely. Press the power button to power the camera
back on. You can change the power-off timeout by setting the function [auto power off
time] in the Setup menu.

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CCaauuttiioonn

The power saving feature will not activate in the following situations:

y When recording movie clips or audio files
y When play ing movie clips or audio files
y When playing the slideshow
y When connecting the camera to a computer or printer with the USB cable

Setting the Display Language / Date & Time

When using the camera for the first time after purchasing it, be sure to choose a
language and set the date & time before using the camera.

Setting Display Language

1

Turn the power on, and set the camera

2

3

4

to the Setup Menu (

Select [Language].

Press
then press

Select a language.

Press or on the five-way control button to select a language and press

OK/Enter button to apply the setting.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

or to select [Language]

to launch the submenu.

page 17).

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Setting Date & Time

1

Turn the power on, and set the camera
to the Setup Menu (

2

3

y Holding down

(

Select [Date/Time].

Press
button to select [Date/Time] and then
press on the five-way control button to
launch the submenu.

Set date and time.

Press or on the five-way control button to change the highlighted value. Press

on the five-way control button to move the cursor between settings.

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page 29).

or on the five-way control

page 17).

or changes the values continuously. For date stamp setting

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Apply the setting.

After adjusting the settings, press OK/Enter to apply the setting. Finally press the
MENU button to close the setup menu.

Using the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor is used to compose images while recording, adjust settings and play
back images. The following indicators may appear on the LCD monitor while recording
or playing back images.

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Capture Mode

1

Capture mode

2

Resolution indicator

3

White balance indicator:

Cloudy

Daylight

Fluorescent

4

2592 x 1944

2048 x 1536

1600 x 1200

1280 x 960

640 x 480

Quality indicator:

Super

Fine

Normal

5
7

9

Tungsten

Auto

Memory card inserted
Images taken/image capacity

Battery level indicator:

10

6
8

10

Date stamp
EV value

-2.0EV-------------2.0EV
Selftimer indicator:

Empty
Half
Full

20 seconds

10 seconds

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Digital zoom bar

Video Mode

1

Video mode

2

Resolution indicator:

3

5

White balance indicator:

Cloudy

Daylight

Fluorescent

Tungsten

Auto

Recording time

4

6

640 x 480

320 x 240

Memory card inserted

Battery level indicator:

Empty

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Half
Full

Digital zoom bar

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