AgfaPhoto DC-630i User Manual
AgfaPhoto DC-630i User Manual

AgfaPhoto DC-630i User Manual

Agfaphoto dc-630i: user guide
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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.
Precautions
Do not aim 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 press the flash too close to the eyes of animals or young children. Eye damage may
result. Please remain at least one meter away from infants when using 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 internal danger and may cause
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.
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 the right to make
changes to this product and its accessories without prior notice.
Warning!
Never disconnect to open the camera or remove any parts of it. This will invalidate all guarantee
claims.
Using your batteries
For best performance and prolonged battery life, we recommend the use of AA lithium or
rechargeable NiMH batteries.
Extending battery life
The following functions use up a great deal of battery power and should therefore only be used
occasionally:
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  • Page 1 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 2 • 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 and dry cloth before putting the batteries in the camera. Battery performance drops at temperatures below 5°C (41 °F).
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents GETTING STARTED SING COPE OF DELIVERY ARTS OF THE AMERA NSERTING THE ATTERIES ATTERY NDICATOR BOUT ATTERY NSERTING THE EMORY BOUT AMERA EMORY DCF P ROTOCOL ETTING THE ISPLAY ANGUAGE ETTING THE ISPLAY ANGUAGE & T ETTING THE LCD M SING THE ONITOR MODE...
  • Page 4 ROTECTING A INGLE ROTECTING ILES ROTECTING ULTIPLE ILES DITING MAGES OTATING TILL MAGES HANGING THE MAGE HANGING THE MAGE WITH FFECTS HOOSING THE MAGE WITH HOTO OPYING THE ILES DPOF ETTING THE HOOSING A TART MAGE MAKING CONNECTIONS ONNECTING THE AMERA TO A ONNECTING THE AMERA TO A...
  • Page 5: 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 6: Scope Of Delivery

    Scope of delivery AGFAPHOTO Camera Pouch Software Installation CD-ROM Note that the shape of the charger plug depends on the area where you purchased the camera. Do not swing the camera around by the strap. USB Cable Hand Strap 2 x AA Batteries...
  • Page 7: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera 1. Flash ( 2. Microphone 3. Lens 4. Self-timer Lamp 5. Zoom Button ( Thumbnail ( Playback Zoom page 36) 6. Playback Button page 13) 7. Menu Button ( 8. Operation Lamp 9. Mode Button ( 10.
  • Page 8 15. Strap Ring 16. Shutter Button page 19, 28) 17. Power Button ( 18. Speaker 19. USB/AV Terminal page 18, 48) 21. Battery Cover ( 22. Tripod Socket page 12) page 5)
  • Page 9: Inserting The Batteries

    Inserting the Batteries The camera is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable NiMH 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.
  • Page 10: Inserting The Memory Card

    Inserting the Memory Card You can use SD 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 11: Anguage

    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 ( Select [ Language].
  • Page 12 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 13: Using The Lcd Monitor

    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 ( Flash ( page 23) Face tracking ( Zoom indicator (...
  • Page 14 PLAYBACK mode Playback mode ( Protect ( page 40) Voice memo ( File number / Total Storage media Recording info ( Some information may not display correctly if you display images captured by other camera model. page 13) Battery ( Captured Date &...
  • Page 15: Tatus

    Changing the LCD Status Press the SET/DISP button changes the LCD status as shown below: REC mode Use the “Guide line” to compose images easily before shooting images. PLAYBACK mode You cannot change the LCD status in the following situation: 。...
  • Page 16: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Turning the Power On/ 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 17: Changing The Mode

    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. Switching between REC mode and PLAYBACK mode In REC mode: press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to switch to the PLAY mode.
  • Page 18 Display Title Q Mode Allows beginners to take pictures easily. Landscape Used for the wide scenic views. Portrait Blurring the background to focus on the subject. Snow Used for the beach or snow scenes. Fireworks Slow shutter speed to take fireworks exploding. Night Scene Shooting the subject while keeping the background night scenery.
  • Page 19: Using The Menus

    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 20 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 21 Change the setting. Press ( ) to select an option and press button to apply the setting. Press the MENU ( ) button to close the menu. Setup menu list Menu Item [Shutter]: [Start-up]: [Beep]: Sounds [Volume]: [Off]: [3 sec.]: Auto Review [5 sec.]: [1 min.] / [3 min.] / [5 min.]:...
  • Page 22 Menu Item 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]: File No. [Reset]: Resetting the file number is useful for avoiding the file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer You can review images on a television with a supplied AV cable page 47).
  • Page 23: Recording Still Images

    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 24: Effect Off / B&W / Sepia / Negative / Red / Green / Blue

    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 25 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 2864 x 2144 2864 x 1904...
  • Page 26: Unction

    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 27: Using The Flash

    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 28: Using The Macro

    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 10 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 ( Press the macro button ( ) enters the...
  • Page 29: Timer & B Urst

    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 ( Open the REC menu ( to select [Drive mode]...
  • Page 30: Using The Aperture Priority

    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 31: Using The Manual Exposure

    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 32: Clip

    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 33: Clip

    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.
  • Page 34: Recording A Voice Memo

    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 ( Press to select a still image that you want to add a voice memo. If the image already has the voice memo recorded, the the LCD monitor.
  • Page 35: Other Recording Functions

    Other Recording Functions Setting the Metering There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Option 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 36: Setting The Iso

    Setting the ISO With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. Option 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 37: Setting The Sharpness

    Setting the Sharpness You can select whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines. Option 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 38: Setting Stabilizer

    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 39: Playing Back Images

    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 : displays the previous image.
  • Page 40: Magnifying & Trimmings

    Magnifying & Trimming Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Select an image. Press the image that you want to magnify or trimming. Only still images can be magnified and trimmed. Magnify the image.
  • Page 41: Iewing In Humbnail

    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 42: 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 ( SET button ( ).
  • Page 43: File

    Deleting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen ( 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 44: 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 45: Protecting Multiple Files

    Protecting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen page 37). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press select Protect ( the SET button. Press to select [Select], and then press the SET button. The frame of the selected image turns green.
  • Page 46: 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 47: Changing The Image With Effects

    Changing the Image with Effects Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press to select the image you want to add the effect. Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Effect ) and press the SET button.
  • Page 48: 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 49: 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 50: Choosing A Start-Up Image

    Choosing a Start-up 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 51: 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 ( Turn off the camera and the TV. Use the supplied AV cable to connect the camera to the TV set.
  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 54: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Power does not turn on. The camera does not take pictures. Image is not recorded when the shutter button is pressed. The flash does not fire. Image is blurry or out of focus. Image is not displayed on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications Sensor 6 megapixels CCD, Size: 1/2.5 inch Lens Focal length: f = 5.8 ( W ) ~ 17.4 ( T ) mm , 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom LCD display 2.5” LCD TFT Focus Range Normal: 80 cm ~ Infinity Macro: (W) 10 cm ~ 80 cm / (T) 40 cm~ 80 cm Aperture F/ 2.8 ( W ), 4.9 ( T )
  • Page 56: Function Available List

    Shutter & Lens Button Menu...
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  • Page 61: 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 GmbH, www.agfaphoto.com...
  • Page 62: Declaration Of Conformity

    We herewith confirm the following designated product: AGFAPHOTO digital camera DC-630i 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.
  • Page 63 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to 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. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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