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  • Page 1 OPTIMA 1328m User manual...
  • Page 2 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Contents GETTING STARTED O ACTIVATE LINK ETECTION SING THE MODE ETTING MAGE IZE AND UALITY SING SING THE UNCTION COPE OF DELIVERY SING THE LASH ARTS OF THE AMERA NSERTING THE ATTERIES SING THE ACRO & B...
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  • Page 6: Getting Started

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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.
  • Page 7 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Contents AgfaPhoto USB Cable AV Cable OPTIMA 1328m Soft Case Strap Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Software Installation Quick Start Guide Battery Charger CD-ROM Adaptor Actual accessories may be different. Note that the shape of the charger plug depends on the area where you purchased the camera.

  • Page 8: Parts Of The Camera

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Parts of the Camera 1. AF Lamp / Self-timer Lamp 2. Flash ( page 27) 3. Lens 4. Microphone 5. Operation Lamp 6. Zoom Button ( page 26) Thumbnail ( page 42) Playback Zoom page 41) 7. Playback Button page 14) 8.
  • Page 9 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 15. Shutter Button page 21, 32) 16. Power Button ( page 13) 17. Strap Ring 18. USB/AV Terminal page 20, 54) 19. Speaker 20. Tripod Socket 21. Battery Cover ( page 5)

  • Page 10: Inserting The Batteries

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Inserting the Batteries The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (Li-Ion 820 mAh). Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert the batteries. Install the battery with the terminal facing inside the camera.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery Pack

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Charging the Battery Pack The battery is not charged when you purchase the camera. You need to charge the battery before using the camera Place the battery pack in the charger with the label facing up. Connect the AC adaptor to the charger, and then plug it into a power outlet.

  • Page 12: Card

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Inserting the Memory Card You can use SD/SDHC Card 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 13: Emory

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m About Camera Memory This camera is equipped with internal memory. If the 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 the memory card is inserted, images and movie clips are stored on the memory card.
  • Page 14 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Setting the Date & Time Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Setup Menu page 18). Select [ Date & Time]. Press to select [Date & Time] then press or the SET button to launch the submenu.

  • Page 15: Using The Lcd Monitor

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 16 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m PLAYBACK mode Playback mode ( page 14) Recording info ( page 12) Histogram Protect ( page 45) Captured date & time Voice memo ( page 35) File number / Total Voice memo control ( page 35) Battery (...

  • Page 17: Tatus

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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.

  • Page 18: Turning The Power On And Off

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 19: Rec Mode And

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Playing the slideshow Connecting the camera to a computer or printer with the USB cable Changing the Mode You can record images and voices in the REC mode. And using the PLAYBACK mode to replay, delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 20 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Display Title Description Q Mode Allows beginners to take pictures easily. Portrait Blurring the background to focus on the subject. 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.

  • Page 21: Mode

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Selecting the ASM mode Set the camera to the REC mode page 14). It cannot be switch to ASM mode while in Movie or Voice REC mode. Launch the ASM mode. Press the ASM button ( ) to...

  • Page 22: Using The Menus

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 14).
  • Page 23 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Off / B&W / Sepia / Negative / Red / Green / Blue Effect Date Stamp Off / Date / Date & Time Digital Zoom Off / On Stabilizer Off / On Face Tracking Off / On...
  • Page 24 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Select an item. Press ( ) to select a menu item and then press or the SET ( ) button to launch the submenu. Change the setting. Press ( ) to select an option and press or the SET ( ) button to apply the setting.
  • Page 25 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Menu Item Functions Use this function if the camera experiences a “Folder cannot be created” error or if you want to restart numbering, for example, after erasing all files. [Series]: Store the latest used file number no matter deleting files or inserting a new memory card.

  • Page 26: Recording Still Images

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Basic Recording Recording Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 14). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take.

  • Page 27: Using Smile Capture Mode

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Using Smile Capture Mode The smile capture model uses smile tracking to automatically capture images. Pressing the shutter button will enable the camera to take 6 continuous shots whenever a smile is detected. This feature is most useful in capturing different angles and smiles of moving people.

  • Page 28: Mode

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Using Blink Detection Mode The Blink Detection mode tracks faces and determines captured image that contain subjects with blinked eyes. After shooting, when the camera detects that the subject blinked an eye, a menu selection appears to ask the user whether to save the image or not.

  • Page 29: Using The Qmode

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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...

  • Page 30: Setting Image Size And Using The Zoom Function

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 17.
  • Page 31 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 32: Using The Flash

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 33: Using The Macro

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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.

  • Page 34: Using The Self - Timer & B

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 14).

  • Page 35: Using The Aperture Priority

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 soften the background.

  • Page 36: Using The Manual Exposure

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 16). Use the SET button to switch between aperture value and shutter speed control.

  • Page 37: Recording Movie Clips

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Recording Movie Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Movie mode page 14). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take.

  • Page 38: Setting The Movie Size

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Setting the Movie Size Movie Size and Image Quality Icon Resolution Frame Rate 720 x 400 640 x 480 30 frames/sec. 320 x 240 640 x 480 (YouTube®) YouTube® Mode The YouTube Mode allows you to record movies with predefined video settings for easy upload to the YouTube®...

  • Page 39: Recording Audio Clips

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Recording Audio Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Voice REC mode page 14). 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.

  • Page 40: Recording A Voice Memo

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 14). Press to select a still image that you want to add a voice memo to.

  • Page 41: Other Recording Functions

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Press to stop the voice memo, or press to pause it. When voice memo paused, press again to resume. Other Recording Functions Setting the Metering There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Option...

  • Page 42: Setting The Iso

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m conditions for which you want to set the white balance, and then press the Shutter button. Setting the ISO With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. Option...

  • Page 43: Setting The Sharpness

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m The Photo Frame and Face Tracking cannot be used as when using the Highlight. 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.

  • Page 44: Setting Stabilizer

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Setting Stabilizer When using higher sensitivity and faster shutter speed settings this function helps prevent image blur; caused by hand shake or target movement. This function allows good pictures to be taken with little effort. Setting Face tracking After initializing the face tracking function, the lens will lock the main character in the picture and follow their movements.

  • Page 45: Playback

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Playback Playing Back Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 14). The latest recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. If there are no images stored, a message [No image] appears.

  • Page 46: Magnifying & Trimming

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Magnifying & Trimming Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 14). Select an image. Press ( ) to select the image that you want to magnify or trimming.

  • Page 47: Viewing In

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Viewing in Thumbnail Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 14). 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 48: Deleting A Single File

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Deleting Files Deleting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 14). Open the menu. Press the MENU button ( ), then use the four-way control ( ) to...

  • Page 49: Deleting Multiple Files

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Deleting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen ( page 42). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press select to select Delete ( and press the SET button.

  • Page 50: Deleting All Files

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Deleting All Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 14). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Delete ) and press the SET button.

  • Page 51: Protecting All Files

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Protecting All Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 14). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Protect ( ) and press the SET button.

  • Page 52: Protecting Multiple Files

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Protecting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen ( page 42). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press to select to select Protect ( ) and press the SET button.

  • Page 53: Editing Images

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Editing Images Rotating Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 14). 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 54: Changing The Image With Effects

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 14).

  • Page 55: Copying The Files

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 56: Etting The Dpof

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 57: Hoosing Atartup Image

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Choosing a Startup Image Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 14). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Start-up Image ( ) and press the SET button.

  • Page 58: Making Connections

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 20).

  • Page 59: Connecting The Camera To Apc

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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...

  • Page 60: Appendix

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 Your camera creates three directory names: DICAM.

  • Page 61: File Naming

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m File Naming File name begins with “DSCI” and are followed by a 4-digit number that increases in sequence. File numbering starts from 0001 when a new folder is created. If the highest folder number is 999 and highest file number exceeds 9999, the camera will display the warning message “Folder cannot be created”.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m 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 compartment is open.

  • Page 63: Specifications

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Specifications Sensor 10 megapixel CCD, Size : 1/2.3 inch Lens Focal length: f = 6.2 ( W ) ~ 18.6 ( T ) mm , 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom LCD Display 2.7” LCD Focus Range...
  • Page 64 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m *These specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 65: Function Available List

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Focus Shutter Speed...
  • Page 66 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Focus Mode Flash Up & Down...
  • Page 67 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Resolution Movie Size Quality Metering...
  • Page 68 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m White Balance...
  • Page 69 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Exposure Drive Mode Highlight...
  • Page 70 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Sharpness Effect Date Stamp Stabilizer...
  • Page 71 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Face Tracking Photo Frame Digital Zoom AF Lamp...

  • Page 72: Ustomer 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.

  • Page 73: Playing A Slide Show 42 Fcc Compliance And Advisory

    AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m Copyright 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 2008.
  • Page 74 AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1328m the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. 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.

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