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  • Page 1 DC-833s User manual...
  • Page 2 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 •...
  • Page 3 Using your batteries For best performance and prolonged battery life, we recommend the use of AA lithium or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Extending battery life The following functions use up a great deal of battery power and should therefore only be used occasionally: •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents RECAUTIONS BASIC RECORDING ISCLAIMER SING YOUR BATTERIES XTENDING BATTERY LIFE ECORDING TILL MAGES SING THE MODE GETTING STARTED ETTING MAGE IZE AND UALITY SING THE UNCTION SING SING THE LASH COPE OF DELIVERY SING THE ACRO ARTS OF THE AMERA &...
  • Page 5 FCC C & T OMPLIANCE AND DVISORY AGNIFYING RIMMING TILL MAGES ECLARATION OF ONFORMITY IEWING IN HUMBNAIL LAYING A LIDE ELETING ILES ELETING A INGLE ELETING ULTIPLE ILES ELETING ILES ROTECTING A INGLE ROTECTING ILES ROTECTING ULTIPLE ILES DITING MAGES OTATING TILL MAGES...

  • Page 6: Using This Menu

    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.

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery

    Scope of delivery AgfaPhoto DC-833s USB Cable AV Cable Soft Case Strap 2 x AA Batteries Software Installation Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Do not swing the camera around by the strap.

  • Page 8: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera 1. Flash ( page 24) 2. Microphone 3. Lens 4. Self-timer Lamp 5. Zoom Button ( page 23) Thumbnail ( page 38) Playback Zoom page 37) 6. Playback Button page 13) 7. Menu Button ( page 15) 8.
  • Page 9 15. Strap Ring 16. Shutter Button page 20, 29) 17. Power Button ( page 12) 18. Speaker 19. USB/AV Terminal page 19, 49) 20. Battery Cover ( page 5) 21. Tripod Socket...

  • Page 10: Inserting The Batteries

    Inserting the Batteries Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert the batteries. Insert two AA-size batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery room. Close the battery cover.

  • Page 11: Dcf Protocol

    Inserting the Memory Card You can use SD cards with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow.

  • Page 12: Language

    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 17).
  • Page 13 Apply the setting. After adjusting the settings, press the SET or the MENU button to apply the setting. If the batteries are removed for longer than 48 hours, the date and time will need to be re-set.

  • Page 14: Resolution

    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 Recording mode ( page 13) White balance ( page 32) Flash (...
  • Page 15 PLAYBACK mode Playback mode ( page 13) Recording info ( page 11) Histogram Protect ( page 41) Captured date & time Voice memo ( page 31) File number / Total Voice memo control ( page 31) Battery ( page 5) DPOF ( page 46) Storage media...

  • Page 16: Tatus

    Changing the LCD Status Press the SET/DISP button changes the LCD status as shown below: REC mode (A) OSD on (B) Full OSD (C)Guide line (D) OSD off Use the “Guide line” to compose images easily before shooting images. PLAYBACK mode (A) OSD on (B) Full OSD (D) OSD off...
  • Page 17 Basic Operation Turning the Power On and Off Press the POWER button ( ) to turn on the camera in the REC mode. The power turns on, the lens extends and the LED lights in green. Press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to turn on the camera in the PLAYBACK mode.
  • Page 18 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 ( ) to switch to the PLAY mode.
  • Page 19 Display Title Description 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 the most brilliant smile of characters. Capture Kids Take a still image to capture moving kids. Night Scene Shooting the subject while keeping the background night scenery.
  • Page 20 Using the Menus When a menu is displayed, the four-way control and the SET button are used to make the desired settings. REC menu Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13). Open the REC menu. Press the MENU button ( ) to display the menu.

  • Page 21: Metering

    Sharpness Effect Off / B&W / Sepia / Negative / Red / Green / Blue Date Stamp Off / Date / Date & Time Stabilizer Off / On Face Tracking Off / On Photo Frame Off / Frame 1 ~ 10 Digital Zoom Off / On REC menu list (Movie)
  • Page 22 Setup menu Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC or PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press the MENU button ( ) to open the REC or PLAYBACK menu. The menu displays depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAYBACK mode.
  • Page 23 Setup menu list Menu Item Functions [Shutter]: Sets the shutter sound on and off. [Start-up]: Sets a type of the start-up sound. [Beep]: Sounds Sets the operation sound on and off. [Volume]: Adjusts the volume of the shutter sound, start-up sound, beep and playback sound.
  • Page 24 Menu Item Functions [Series]: Store the latest used file number no matter deleting files or inserting a new memory card. [Reset]: Reset file numbering each time the memory card is changed. Resetting the file number is useful for avoiding the file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer page 50).
  • Page 25 Basic Recording Recording Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take. Half press the shutter button to focus the image. The focus area ( ) becomes green while in focus, then shutter speed ( ), aperture value ( ) and ISO value ( ) are displayed.

  • Page 26: Drive Mode Off

    Using the Q mode The Q mode provides a simplified camera interface. Larger icons and fewer controls make it easier to take pictures anytime, especially for the beginners and elder users. You can use only the basic settings in the Q mode: Flash: Auto / Red eye / Force on / Slow sync / Force off Macro: Off / On...
  • Page 27 Setting Image Size and Quality You can select lower image resolution and quality to decrease the image size to capture more images. Choose a suitable setting according to the desired image quality and purpose. For details, see page 15. Resolution Values Image Size Print Size 3264 x 2448...
  • Page 28 Using the Zoom Function Your camera has a combination of optical and digital zoom functions that allows you to zoom in on far away subjects or zoom out for a wide angle shot. The optical zoom is achieved by mechanically adjusting the lens of the camera. The digital zoom enlarges or shrinks the image using a software process.
  • Page 29 Using the Flash The flash is not only for taking pictures when there is insufficient light, but also when the subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Press the flash button to cycle your camera through the various flash modes. The flash will not activate when continuous shooting or movie recording.
  • Page 30 Using the Macro Your camera is equipped with a macro function that allows you to focus on very close subjects. In macro mode you can focus on subjects 15 cm from the lens when in the maximum wide angle setting and 40 cm in the maximum telephoto setting. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13).
  • Page 31 Using the Self-timer & Burst Use the self-timer to set a delay from the time the shutter button is pressed to the time the image is shot. Use the burst to record continuous still images shooting. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode ( page 13).
  • Page 32 Using the Aperture Priority In this mode, you can set an aperture value to match the brightness. A higher aperture value brings the background out of focus. Selecting a lower aperture value allows you to soft the background. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Aperture Priority page 14).
  • Page 33 Using the Manual Exposure You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Manual Exposure page 14). Use the SET button to switch between aperture value and shutter speed control.
  • Page 34 Recording Movie Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Movie mode page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take. The LCD monitor displays the available recording time ( ).
  • Page 35 Recording Audio Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Voice REC mode page 13). Press the shutter button to start recording. The voices are recorded from the microphone of the camera. Be careful to avoid touching the microphone while recording. Press the shutter button again to end recording.
  • Page 36 Recording a Voice Memo You can add a voice memo to the still images after you record it. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Press to select a still image that you want to add a voice memo. If the image already has the voice memo recorded, the appears on...
  • Page 37 Other Recording Functions Setting the Metering There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Option Description Light is measured from the entire shooting screen, but gives more importance to the values near the center. Selects an exposure based on readings from multiple points in the subject area.
  • Page 38 Setting the ISO With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. Option Description Auto Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. ISO 50 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 50 equivalent. ISO 100 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 100 equivalent. ISO 200 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 200 equivalent.
  • Page 39 Setting the Sharpness You can select whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines. Option Description The edges of the image are emphasized. The edges will become sharp, but noise may occur in the recording image. The edges of the image are sharp. This is suitable for printing. The edges of the image are softened.
  • Page 40 Setting Stabilizer With more sensibility and faster shutter speed to bright up the pictures, effectively prevent blur image caused by hand shack or target movement, one can take good pictures with little effort. Setting Face tracking After initializing face tracking function, the lens will lock the main character in the picture and follow the movements.
  • Page 41 Playback Playing Back Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). The latest recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. If there are no images stored, a message [No image] appears. Press the four-way control ( ).
  • Page 42 Magnifying & Trimming Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Select an image. Press ( ) to select the image that you want to magnify or trimming. Only still images can be magnified and trimmed.

  • Page 43: Viewing In Thumbnail

    Viewing in Thumbnail Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press the zoom button [W], a thumbnail screen is displayed. Use the four-way control to select the desired image, and press [T] or the SET button to show the selected image in full screen.

  • Page 44: Deleting Files

    Deleting Files Deleting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button ( ), then use the four-way control ( ) to select Delete ( ) and press the SET button ( ).

  • Page 45: Deleting Multiple Files

    Deleting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen ( page 38). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press to select to select Delete ) and press the SET button. Press to select [Select], and then press the SET button. The frame of the selected image turns green.

  • Page 46: Protecting A Single File

    Protecting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Protect ) and press the SET button. Press to select [SINGLE], and then press the SET button.

  • Page 47: Protecting Multiple Files

    Protecting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen page 38). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press to select to select Protect ( ) and press the SET button. Press to select [Select], and then press the SET button. The frame of the selected image turns green.

  • Page 48: Editing Images

    Editing Images Rotating Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press to select the image you want to rotate. Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Rotate ( and press the SET button.

  • Page 49: Changing The Image With Effects

    Changing the Image with Effects You may use Red Eye Removal remove the red eye caused by flash from original photo. Or use color filters to save as a new image. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13).

  • Page 50: Copying The Files

    Copying the Files You may copy the data from the camera’s internal memory to the memory card for convenience. Be sure you have inserted a memory card into your digital camera. Set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode. page 13). Open the menu.

  • Page 51: Setting The Dpof

    Setting the DPOF The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) setting allows you to select images on the memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer.

  • Page 52: Choosing A Startup Image

    Choosing a Startup Image Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Start-up Image ( ) and press the SET button. Press to select the image you want, then press the SET button to apply the choice.

  • Page 53: Making Connections

    Making Connections Connecting the Camera to a TV You can display recorded images on a television with a supplied AV cable. Set the TV out to match the TV system that you are using ( page 19). Turn off the camera and the TV. Use the supplied AV cable to connect the camera to the TV set.

  • Page 54: Connecting The Camera To Apc

    Connecting the Camera to a PC There are two ways to download files from the camera’s internal memory or memory card to a computer: Inserting the memory card into a card reader Connecting the camera to a computer using the supplied USB cable Using the Card Reader Eject the memory card from the camera and insert it in a card reader that is...

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Appendix About the Folder & File Name Your digital camera automatically creates a directory of folders in the internal memory or memory card that it uses to organize still images, movie clips and other information. Folder Structure Folder name begins with a 3-digit number from 100 to 999 and followed by “DICAM”, each folder holds up to 9999 files.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Power does not turn on. Battery is inserted in the wrong Reload battery in the correct direction. direction. Batteries are dead. Replace or recharge batteries. The battery compartment door Make sure the battery is open. compartment door is securely closed.

  • Page 57: Specifications

    Specifications Sensor 8 megapixels CCD, Size : 1/2.5 inch Lens Focal Length : f = 6.2 ( W ) ~ 18.6 ( T ) mm , 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom 2.5” LCD display Focus range Normal: 80 cm ~ Infinity , Macro: (W) 15 cm ~ 1 m / (T) 40 cm~ 1 m Aperture F/ 2.8 ( W ), 5.2 ( T ) Shutter...

  • Page 58: Function Available List

    Focus Macro Flash Up & Down...
  • Page 59 Resolution Movie Size Quality Metering...
  • Page 60 White Balance...
  • Page 61 Exposure Drive Mode Highlight...
  • Page 62 Sharpness Effect Date Stamp Stabilizer...
  • Page 63 Face Tracking Photo Frame Digital Zoom...

  • Page 64: Customer Care

    73066 Uhingen Germany AgfaPhoto is used under license of Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co. KG. Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co. KG. does not manufacture this product or provide any product warranty or support. For service, support and warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer. Contact: AgfaPhoto Holding...

  • Page 65: Disposal Of Waste Equipment By Users In Private Households In The European Union

    Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
  • Page 66 FCC regulations. Declaration of Conformity We herewith confirm the following designated product: AgfaPhoto digital camera DC-833s has been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive on the approximation of the law of members’ states relating to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

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