AGFA COMPACT 100 User Manual

User Manual

Compact 100

Preface

About this Manual ................................................................................................... iv

Safety and Handling Precautions ............................................................................v

Using this Menu .......................................................................................................vi

Introduction

System Requirements ............................................................................................. 1

Main Features ......................................................................................................... 1

Package Contents ................................................................................................... 2

Camera Views ......................................................................................................... 3

Camera Buttons ...................................................................................................... 5

Navigation Control ................................................................................................... 5

Camera Memory ..................................................................................................... 7

Getting Started

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

LCD Monitor Layout .............................................................................................. 13

Recording Photos, Videos and Voices

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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Table of Contents

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Setting the Scene Mode Using Smile Capture Mode Using Intelligent Scene Mode Using Blink Detection Mode Using Aperture Priority Mode Using Shutter Priority Mode Using Manual Exposure Mode Setting the Drive Mode Setting the AEB Setting the AF Area Setting the AF Lamp Setting Sharpness Setting Saturation Setting Contrast Setting the Digital Zoom Setting the Date Stamp Setting Auto Review

Recording Movies .................................................................................................... 51

Recording Voices .................................................................................................... 53

Playback

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 Delete Protect R Voice Memo

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Photo Edit Trim Startup Image PictBridge

Using the Setup Menu

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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

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Connecting the Camera to a TV ............................................................................ 80

Connecting the Camera a PC ............................................................................... 80

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ...................................................................... 81

Appendix

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About Folder and File Names ............................................................................... 82

Troubleshooting Specifications Customer care

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iii

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.

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

Declaration of Conformi

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.

Bat

Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.

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.

• 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.

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

• 10 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

• 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:

AP Compact 100 AA battery x 2 pcs

(optional)

Wrist strap USB cable AV cable (optional)

CD-ROM Quick Start Guide/

Camera pouch

Camera Views

Front View

Back View

LCD screen

Flash

Menu button

Self-timer LED / AF Assist Lamp

Zoom Lens

Microphone

SET

DISP

MENU FUNC

Zoom buttons Play button

LED indicator

SET button / 4-way navigation control

Function / Delete button

Top View

Bottom View

Battery compartment

Left/Right View

Speaker

Strap ring

Power button

Stabilizer button

Shutter button

Tripod screw hole

OPE N

SD card compartment

USB / TV Out

Camera Buttons

Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.

Button

Power Press to turn on/off the power.

Description

Stabilizer

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.

Zoom Press the zoom buttons to change zoom focus. Menu Press to enter menu. Function/

Delete

The stabilizer sets the optimal ISO value according to light levels to compensate for camera shake. Press to set stabilizer on/off.

If the camera is turned on, press to toggle camera to Playback or Record mode.

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:

Face Tracking/

Rotate Button

Macro Button

SET

DISP

SET Button Flash Button

Display Button

Button

SET 1. Confirm a selection when using the OSD menus.

Usage

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.

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.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.

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 v 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.

OPEN

3. Insert the batteries into the compartment with the terminal facing inside the camera and the battery indent next to the compartment door.

4. Close the battery compartment.

Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card

Expand your camera’s 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.

PEN

OPEN

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

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.

3. Press SET to apply.

4. If necessary, press

Now, you are ready to start taking photos and videos.

Note

Holding down the or keys to change the values continuously.

to close the menu.

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.

Switching between Record Mode and Playback 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.

1. Set the camera to Record mode.

2. Press

3. Select Record Mode, then press to enter submenu.

4. Select a mode.

5. Press the SET button to apply selected mode.

Note

• For more information, see "Using the Record Menu” on page 32.

• Use the 4-way navigation control to move through the menu selections.

to launch Record Mode Menu.

Record Mode Drive Mode AEB AF Area AF Lamp Sharpness

OFF OFF

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 Screen Layout

10M

26 25

24 23

No. Item Description

1 2 3

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19 18

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AUTO

6 7 8

9 10

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.

No. Item Description

5 Shots remaining Indicates the remaining shots available. 6 Battery Indicates battery level. 7 Storage media Indicates current storage media in use. 8 Date stamp Indicates date stamp is enabled.

9 AEB Indicates AEB function is enabled 10 Stabilizer Indicates stabilizer function is enabled. 11 Saturation Displays saturation settings. 12 Contrast Displays contrast settings. 13 Histogram Graphic display of light level for the current image. 14 ISO Displays ISO settings. 15 Focus area Use to frame subject to capture. 16 Shutter speed Displays shutter speed settings. 17 Aperture value Displays aperture settings. 18 Shake warning Indicates that the camera is shaking. 19 Macro Indicates macro is enabled. 20 Exposure Displays exposure settings. 21 Face tracking Indicates face tracking is enabled.

No. Item Description

22 White balance Displays white balance settings. 23 Metering Displays metering settings. 24 Sharpness Displays sharpness settings. 25 Quality Displays quality settings. 26 Resolution Displays resolution settings. 27 AF lamp Indicates AF lamp is enabled.

Playback Mode Screen Layout

The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.

Playback mode display of still images:

10M

No. Item Description

Playback mode Indicates playback mode.

Protect Indicates file is protected.

Voice memo Indicates voice memo is attached.

Button intro

File no. / Total no.

Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a movie or audio file.

Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.

SET

ISO

400

0EV

F 3.0 1/ 30

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Battery Indicates battery level.

No. Item Description

Storage media Indicates used storage memory.

Recording

information DPOF Indicates the file is marked for printing.

Displays recording information of the file.

Resolution Displays the resolution settings.

Playback mode of videos:

No. Item Description

Playback mode Indicates playback mode.

Protect Indicates file is protected.

Movie clip Indicates the file is a movie.

SET

12 11

No. Item Description

11 12

Button intro

File no. / Total no.

Battery Indicates battery level. Storage media Indicates used storage memory. Recording information Displays recording information of the file. Volume Indicates volume settings.

Key indicator

Played time Indicates played time. Playing status Displays playing status.

Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a movie or audio file.

Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.

Indicates the buttons to press on the camera to apply the functions.

Playback mode of audio clips:

No. Item Description

Playback mode Indicates playback mode.

Protect Indicates the file is protected.

Button intro

File no. / Total no.

SET

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0:00:16 / 0:00:20

11 10

Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a movie or audio file.

Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.

Battery Indicates battery level.

Storage media Indicates used storage memory.

Recording information Displays recording information of the file.

Volume Indicates volume settings.

No. Item Description

Key indicator

Played time Indicates played time. Playing status Displays playing status.

Indicates the buttons to press on the camera to apply the functions.

Changing the LCD Monitor Display

The type of information displayed on the LCD screen can be changed using the button. Press the button repeatedly to change the LCD display from one type to another.

In Record Mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:

10M

307

OSD on

307

10M

0.0EV

Full OSD on

ISO

AUTO

Guide lines on OSD off

Note

• The OSD information may vary depending on the record mode type.

• The following icons, if enabled, are still displayed on the LCD even when OSD off or Guide lines on: AEB, Face tracking, AF lamp, Drive mode, and Macro.

• Use the “Guide lines” to properly set image for capture.

In Playback mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:

27/27

10M

SE T

10M

SE T

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ISO

400

0EV

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F 3.0 1/ 30

OSD on Full OSD on OSD off

Note

LCD display cannot be changed in the following situations:

• Manual exposure mode

• Recording movie or audio clips

• Playing movie or audio clips

• Playing slide show

01:57

SE T

Recording Photos, Videos and Voices

Taking Photos

Now that you are familiar with your camera, you are now ready to take your photos. Taking photos with your camera is very simple.

1. Turn on the camera by pressing the Power button. By doing this, your camera is also set to Record mode.

2. Frame the shot using the focus bracket on the LCD

monitor.

3. Half press the Shutter button. The camera

automatically adjusts the focus and exposure. When the camera is ready to take the photo, the frame bracket turns green, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed.

4. Fully press the Shutter button to capture image.

When the shake warning icon appears, hold the camera steadily, with your arms at your side or use a tripod to stabilize the camera to prevent blurred images.

10M

0.0EV

Using the Stabilizer

The Stabilizer function prevents blurred images caused by shaking.

Stabilizer button

F 3.0 1/ 30

307

ISO

AUTO

ISO

AUTO

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