AGFA Optima 830UW User Manual

OPTIMA 830UW

User manual

OPTIMA 830UW

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.

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Trademark Information

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Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

 Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.  Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.  SD™ is a trademark.  SDHC™ is a trademark.  Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective owners.

Product Information

 Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This

includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.

 The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from

those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, memory cards, cables, pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.

 The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ

from the actual design of your camera.

 The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user

manual.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.

Warnings

If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off and remove the battery.

Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.

If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power off and remove the battery.

Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.

Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.

This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase.

Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing damage.

Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

Swallowing the battery might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.

Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle.

This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.

Please use battery with complete external seals.

Do not use battery from which the seals have been damaged or removed. This may cause leakage, explosion, or injury.

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Cautions

Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals.

Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking.

Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.

Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.

This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.

A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling the camera.

This might cause damage to the camera.

Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.

This might cause fire or electric shock.

Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous use.

The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns.

Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.

This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.

Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside a car.

This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.

Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.

Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and electric shock.

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Notes on Battery Usage

When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below:

 Use only the specified battery (3.7V).  Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery

life and reduce camera performance.

 When you are using a new rechargeable battery or a rechargeable battery that has

not been used for an extended period of time (the battery that passed the expiry date is an exception), it may affect the number of images that can be captured. Therefore, to maximize its performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully charge the battery and discharge it for at least one complete cycle before use.

 The battery may feel warm after a long period of continuous use of the camera or

the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.

 The camera may feel warm after a long period of continuous use. This is normal

and not a malfunction.

 If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the camera

to prevent leakage or corrosion and store it after no battery power is left. Stored for a long time in a fully charged condition, its performance may be impaired.

 Always keep the battery terminals clean.  There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.  Dispose of used battery according to the recycle instructions.  Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using for the first time.  To prevent short-circuiting or fire, keep the battery away from other metal objects

when carrying or storing.

This symbol mark [crossed-out wheeled bin] indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries. The batteries provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of the waste batteries. If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol mark, this

chemical symbol means that the batteries contains a heavy metal at a certain concentration. It is indicated as follows: Hg: mercury, Cd: cadmium, Pb: lead.

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Important Information on Underwater Instructions

Before using the camera underwater, please make sure to read the following the instructions carefully.

Before Using in Water:

1. Make sure there is no foreign material such as dirt or sand on the waterproof seal of the battery/memory card cover. Water, dirt, or sand may cause failure of the camera’s waterproof function.

2. Carefully inspect the waterproof seal of the battery/memory card cover for damage (cuts, tears, dents, and any other imperfection). Do not use the camera underwater if the waterproof seal is damaged. Please contact your local retailer or service center for repair.

3. Make sure that the battery/memory card cover is securely locked before using it in an environment where it is likely to get wet or dirty, such as underwater or at the beach.

4. Avoid opening the battery/memory card cover near water (at the beach, by the sea, lake, or any wet areas) or with wet hands.

5. Do not jump into the water while holding the camera. Sudden, strong water pressure may cause failure of the camera’s waterproof function.

During Using in Water:

1. Do not open the battery/memory card cover underwater.

2. Avoid subjecting the camera to substantial shocks as this may cause the battery/ memory card cover to open.

3. Do not use the camera at depths over 30ft/10m. This may cause failure of the camera’s waterproof function.

4. Do not use the camera at warranted depths for over 60 minutes.

5. The camera will sink if dropped in water. Make sure to attach the strap and slip the strap over your wrist when using the camera in or near water.

6. If the camera cannot operate normally or a malfunction has occured while underwater, long press the Power button to turn off the camera. Turn the camera on again. If the problem persists, contact your local retailer or service center.

7. If the camera is subjected to an accidental shock that causes the LCD display to blur, turn off the camera and turn it on again. If the problem persists, contact your local retailer or service center.

After Using in Water:

1. After the camera has been used underwater or dropped on sand, use fresh water to clean the camera. Make sure the power is turned off and the battery/memory cover is firmly closed before cleaning.

2. The camera should be soaked and rinsed in a bucket of fresh water for a few minutes. Do not soak the camera for too long or pour water over the camera directly from the water faucet.

3. Make sure to use only clean, fresh water to rinse the camera. Do not use any cleaning agent. This may cause damage to the camera.

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4. Use a piece of clean, dry cloth to wipe off remaining water or sand.

5. Make sure the camera is completely clean and dry before opening the battery/ memory card cover.

6. If you need to change the battery or memory card after using the camera underwater, make sure the camera is completely clean and dry. Open the battery/ memory card cover with the battery compartment facing downward. Wipe off remaining water along the battery/memory card cover to prevent moisture inside.

7. If the waterproof seal of the battery/memory card cover has been contacted with sea water, make sure to use fresh water to rinse the camera and wipe it dry to avoid damage or aging.

8. When cleaning the camera, make sure all camera parts (except for the waterproof seal) such as battery compartment or USB/AV out terminal is not exposed to water.

Storage and Maintenance

1. Do not use chemicals for cleaning, rust prevention, or repairing. This may cause failure of the camera’s waterproof function.

2. If the surface of the camera has been damaged (ex. damage on the lens, LCD display, or other cuts or cracks), do not use the camera underwater. Please contact your local retailer or service center for repair.

3. Store camera at room temperature in a clean and dry area. Never store camera in a dark, damp area or in direct sunlight.

4. Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight for prolonged periods.

5. When storing the camera, prevent the battery compartment from a build up of moisture.

6. Before storing the camera, remove the battery and memory card and keep in a clean, dry area. Make sure the camera and its accessories are clean and dry before storage.

Other Important Information

1. The waterproof function does not apply to the camera’s accessories (ex. battery and memory card).

2. If the camera is subjected to substantial shocks, the camera might be damaged or its waterproof function might fail.

3. If the camera has been used in underwater. It should be rinsed in fresh water as soon as possible.

4. Water, sand or dirt inside the camera may cause failure of the camera.

5. Avoid getting sunscreen or suntan oil on the camera as it may cause discoloration of the surface. If any oil gets on the camera, wash it off immediately with warm water.

CONTENTS

9 INTRODUCTION

9Overview 9 Package Contents

10 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

CAMERA

10 Front View 10 Rear View 11 Button Operation 12 LCD Monitor Display

14 GETTING STARTED

14 Preparation 15 Charging the Battery 16 Initial Settings

18 CAPTURE MODE

18 Capturing Images 19 Recording Shots Only When the

Smile Happen

20 Recording Shots using Face

Detection Technology 21 Setting the Scene Mode 23 Taking Underwater Images

24 VIDEO MODE

24 Recording Video Clips 24 Playing Back Video Clips

25 PLAYBACK MODE

25 Playing Back Still Images 26 Thumbnail Display 26 Removing Red-eye 27 Attaching Voice Memos 28 DPOF Settings 29 Protecting Images 30 Deleting Images

31 MENU OPTIONS

31 Capture Menu 34 Video Menu

35 Playback Menu 36 Setup Menu

38 TRANSFERRING FILES TO

YOUR COMPUTER

38 Downloading Your Files

39 USING THE CAMERA AS A PC

CAMERA

40 EDITING SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION

41 SPECIFICATIONS

42 APPENDIX

42 Possible Number of Shots 43 Troubleshooting 44 Connecting to a PictBridge

Compliant Printer

46 Customer care

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

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.

Package Contents

Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items:

Common Product Components:

 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 830UW  User’s manual  Software CD-ROM  USB cable  AV c a ble  Camera strap  Camera pouch  Rechargeable lithium-ion battery  Battery charger  AC adapter for battery charger

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AGFAPHOTO OPTIMA 830UW

Front View

1 2 3 5

1. Shutter button

2. Power button

3. Flash

4. Self-timer LED

5. Lens

6. Microphone

Rear View

7. LCD monitor

8. Status LED

9. Strap holder

10. Tripod socket

11.Battery/Memory card cover

12.Waterproof seal

13. Battery compartment

14. Memory card slot

15. USB or AV out terminal

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Button Operation

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SET

Item

8 Capture Mode

1. >: Zooms out =: Zooms in

2. Switches to: video mode > scene mode selection screen

3. Switches to playback mode

4. Sets focus mode: auto>Z>O>Q

5. Sets flash mode: Auto>a>d>c>`>_

6. -- -- Delete present file

7. Switches to capture menu list

8. Sets self-timer mode: Off>f>g>h

9. Sets exposure compensation

10. If any scene mode is set: switches to scene mode selection screen

Function

6 Video Mode >: Zooms out

=: Zooms in

Switches to: scene mode selection screen > capture mode

Switches to playback mode

Sets focus mode: auto>O>Q

-- Next file

Switches to video menu list Switches to playback menu

Sets self-timer mode: Off>f>g

-- Previous file

7 Playback Mode >: Thumbnail

=: Zooms in

Still image: Switches to capture mode Video clip: Switches to video mode

Rotation right

list

Still image: Displays image. Records voice memo if “Voice Memo” is set to “On”. Video clip: Plays video clip

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LCD Monitor Display

Capture mode

1. Zoom status

2. Flash mode [Blank]Auto Flash [a] Forced Flash [d] Flash Off [c] Red-eye Reduction [`] Slow Sync [_] Pre-flash

3. Battery condition [l] Full battery power [o] Medium battery power [n] Low battery power [m] No battery power

4. Storage media [r]

Internal memory

(no card)

[q] SD/SDHC memory card

5. [ ] Histogram

6. Main focus area

7. Image quality

[y] Fine [x] Standard [w] Economy

8. Image size resolution [n] 3264 x 2448 [l] 2816 x 2112 [i] 2272 x 1704 [f] 1600 x 1200 [b] 640 x 480

9. Available number of shots

10. ISO [Blank] Auto [:] ISO 64 [5] ISO 100 [7] ISO 200 [9] ISO 400 [0] ISO 800 [;] ISO 1600

11. Self-timer icon

12. Date and time

13. [s] Exposure

14. Capture mode icon [Blank] Single [T] Continuous [U] AEB [.] Cont.flash [/] Burst [+] Pre-Shot

15. Slow shutter warning

16. White balance

17. Focus setting

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[f] 2 sec. [g] 10 sec. [h] 10+2 sec.

compensation [P] Backlight correction (Adjust exposure value with the e / f buttons)

[Blank] Auto [$] Incand. [&] Fluoresc.1 [*] Fluoresc.2 [%] Daylight [#] Cloudy [k]Blue water [j]Algae water [z]Clear water [(] Manual WB

[Blank] Auto focus [Z] Face detection [O] Macro [Q] Infinity

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18. Scene mode

[W] Smile Shot [Z] UW -Normal [[] UW -Macro [\] UW-Sports [t] Anti-shake [

[Q] Portrait Man [R] Portrait Lady [N] Landscape [F] Sports [B] Night Portrait [C] Night Scene [G] Candlelight [H] Fireworks [M] Text

[K] Sunset [I] Sunrise [E] Splash Water [J] Flow Water [X] Snow

[S] Beach [D] Pets [L] Natural Green [N] User Setting

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Video mode [B]

1. Zoom status

2. Flash mode

3. Battery condition

4. Storage media

5. Main focus area

6. Video quality

7. Video resolution

Available recording time/Elapsed time

9. Self-timer icon

10.Date and time

11.Focus setting

12. Mode icon

Playback mode [7] - Still image playback

1. Voice memo

2. Battery condition

3. Storage media

4. Histogram

5. Image quality

6. ISO

7. Image size resolution

8. File number

9. Folder number

10.Date and time

11. Exposure value

12.Aperture value

13.Shutter speed value

14. DPOF icon

15. Protect icon

16. Mode icon

Playback mode [7] - Video playback

1. Video status bar

2. Elapsed time

3. File number

4. Folder number

5. Play mode

6. Mode icon

Protect icon

8. Total recorded time

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GETTING STARTED

Preparation

1. Attach the camera strap.

2. Open the battery/memory card cover.

3. Insert the supplied battery with correct orientation as shown.

4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional).

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The camera has (approx. 28MB available for image storage) but you can load an SD/SDHC memory card to expand the camera’s memory capacity.

 Be sure to format the memory card with this

camera before its initial usage.

5. Close the battery/memory card cover and make sure it is locked securely.

32MB internal memory

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To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD/SDHC memory card the side of the

 To save, edit, or erase data on an SD/SDHC memory card,

you must unlock the card.

 To prevent damaging of an SD/SDHC memory card, be sure

to turn off the power when inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card. If inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card with the power on, the camera will automatically turn off.

, you can slide the write protect tab (on

SD/SDHC

memory card) to “LOCK”.

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