User manual OPTIMA 145 EN
WARNING Do not expose the camera's battery pack or other accessories to rain or humidity to prevent a fire hazard or electric shock. For customers in the U.S.A. Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Camera notes: Do not store or use the camera in the following types of locations: • In the rain or in, very humid and dusty places. • In a place where the camera may be exposed directly to sunlight or subject to high temperature, e.g. Inside a closed car in summer. • In a place where the camera is subject to a high magnetic field, e.g. near motors, transformers or magnets. • Do not heat the battery or throw them into a fire. • Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the battery .
BEFORE YOU START Preface Thank you for purchasing this AgfaPhoto digital camera. Please read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. Copyright © Copyright 2011 RedDot Imaging All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of RedDot Imaging.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 • Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods. • Download all pictures and remove the batteries from the camera if you are going to store the camera for long periods of time. • Do not use abrasive cleansers, alcohol-based, or solvent-based cleaners to clean the camera. To clean, wipe the camera with a slightly damp soft cloth. About this manual This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your AgfaPhoto digital camera.
CONTENTS WARNING ...................................................................i AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Setting the Language ....................................................... 15 Setting the Date and Time ............................................. 16 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................ii About the LCD Screen ................................................................ 17 BEFORE YOU START .........................................1 BASIC OPERATION ......................
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Video Shooting Mode Display ....................................... 27 Indoor ......................................................................................... 33 Playback Mode Display ..................................................... 28 Snow ........................................................................................... 33 ASCN mode ....................................................................................... 29 Landscape Mode......................
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 USING THE MENUS ......................................... 42 Still Menu ........................................................................................... 42 AF Mode (Auto-Focus Mode ) ....................................... 43 AF-assist Beam .................................................................... 43 Continuous AF ....................................................................... 44 Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) ...........................
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 FW Version (Firmware version) .................................... 65 Transmission........................................................ 66 Video System ................................................................................... 66 Connecting to a PC ....................................................................... 67 Setting the USB Mode ...................................................... 67 Transferring Files to your PC ........................................
GETTING READY AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Unpacking Your package should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following items. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your vendor.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Camera Views Front View Back View 1 2 5 3 6 7 8 9 4 Right View 10 15 11 14 12 13
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Top View Bottom View 18 19 20 21 22 23 Left View 16 17 1 Flash Lamp 13 Delete button/Self-timer button/ Down button 2 AF Assist/Timer Indicator 14 Close-up shooting button/Left button 3 Lens 15 Function/OK Button 4 Microphone 16 USB/AV Port 5 LCD Screen 17 Wrist Strap Anchor 6 Zoom Button 18 Power Button 7 Status Indicator 19 Recording Button 8 Mode Selection Button 20 Shutter Button 9 Playback Button 21 Card Slot/Battery Compartm
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Charging the Battery 1. Put the battery into the camera. 2. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to the power adapter. Leave the battery charging until the charger light turns green. To maximize battery life, the first charge should be at least 4 hours. 3. Insert the power adapter into the power socket. The charger is for indoor use only.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Insert the Battery and SD/SDHC Card (Not included) 1. Open the battery compartment. 2. Insert the enclosed batteries into the battery slot in the correct direction.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 3. Insert an SD/SDHC card (not included) into the memory card slot as shown. write protection buckle 12 4. Close the battery compartment.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Optional SD/SDHC cards are not included. The use of 64 MB to 32 GB memory cards from recognized manufacturers such as SanDisk, Panasonic and Toshiba is recommended for reliable data storage. To remove the SD/SDHC card, open the battery compartment and gently push the card to release it. Pull the card out carefully. Turning On and Off Press the Power button to turn the camera on. To turn off the camera, press the Power button again.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Use Mode button The AgfaPhoto camera provides a convenient mode button that allows you to switch between different modes easily. After pressing the mode button to enter mode selection menu, press Left/Right button to choose the mode, press "func/OK to select. All the available modes are listed as follows: Mode Name Auto mode 14 Icon AUTO Description Switch to take still pictures in automatic mode.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Set Time, date/time The Date/Time and Language setup will automatically appear when the camera is turned on the first time. To set the language, date, and time, go to the following setup options in the General Setup menu. • Language • Date / Time To access the General Setup menu, do the following: 1. Press the Power button to turn the camera on. button, then switch among the settings 2. Press the menus by using the Left/Right button and select General Setup. Setting the Language 1.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Setting the Date and Time 1. Select date / time with the Up/Down button, then press the or right button to enter the setting. 2. Press the Left/Right button to highlight each field and use the Up/Down button to adjust the value. 3. Press the 16 button to confirm the setting.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 About the LCD Screen When you turn the camera on, various icons will appear on the LCD screen to indicate the current camera settings and status. To learn more about the displayed icons, see “LCD Screen display” on page 25. LCD Screen notes: Extremely high-precision technology has been used to manufacture the LCD screen so that most of the pixels are operational for use.
BASIC OPERATION AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Shooting in Auto Mode AUTO Auto mode is the easiest mode to take photos with. While operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes the camera's settings for best results. Using the Zoom Function Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom functions: optical zoom and digital zoom. Press the Zoom button to zoom in or out of the subject while taking pictures. To start shooting, do the following: 1. Press the power button to turn the camera on. 2.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Self-timer Flash Press the Right/Flash button to enter the flash interface, then press the Left/Right button to switch among six different flash modes: To enable the self-timer function, press the Down/Selftimer button to enter the self-timer selection interface, press the Left/Right button to switch among three selftimer modes: • Flash: Forced off Flash is turned off. • Flash: Forced flash The flash will fire with every shot.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Macro Mode Press the Left/Close-up button to enter the close-up shooting interface, press the Left/Right button to switch between two close-up shooting modes: • Using quick recording In Shooting mode, press the Recording shortcut button to enter the recording mode directly and make recordings. Macro : On Select this to focus on subjects 5cm from the lens. • Macro : Off Select this option to disable Macro.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Advanced Functions Menu The Advanced Functions menu of the camera includes image size, image quality, white balance, image colour, ISO and EV values. These functions allow advanced users better control for shooting under difficult lighting conditions. Set the advanced functions as per the following steps: 1. Pull up the Advanced Function Menus by pressing the button. 4.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Size Quality The size setting refers to the image resolution in pixels. A higher image resolution allows you to print that image in larger sizes without degrading the image quality. The quality setting adjusts the compression ratio of the images. Higher quality settings give better photos, but will take up more memory space. The larger the pictures are, the bigger the file sizes are and the less pictures you can store on a memory card.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 WB (White Balance) Color The White Balance allows you to adjust the color temperature from different light sources to ensure faithful color reproduction. (The WB setting is only available when Manual mode). the camera is in the The color setting feature allows you to add artistic color effects to your images when taking pictures. You can try different color tones to alter the mood of your pictures. (The colour setting feature is only available when the camera is in the Manual mode).
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 ISO Exposure Compensation The ISO function allows you to set the sensitivity of the camera sensor based on the brightness of the scene. To improve the performance in darker environments, a higher ISO value is required. On the other hand, a lower ISO value is needed when in bright conditions. (The ISO setting is only available when the camera is in the Manual mode).
USING THE MODES AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 LCD Screen Display Still Picture Mode Display Mode: 1 Shooting Mode Icons Auto mode Manual mode ASCN mode Panorama mode AUTO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Scene mode Stabilization mode 8 16 9 15 10 Portrait mode 2 14 11 AF Mode Single-AF Multi-AF 13 17 18 19 20 12 3 Expo Metering Spot 21 Center 8 AiAE 4 Image Size 5 Image Quality 25
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 21 Flash Mode 6 Remaining number of pictures 7 Memory card/built-in memory 8 Battery Status 9 WT Ratio (Displayed only when the zoom is activated) Flash : Forced off Flash : Forced flash 10 Zoom scale 11 Exposure value (Adjustable only in 12 ISO Value (Adjustable only in Manual mode) Flash : Slow Synchro 13 Histogram 14 Focus Frame Flash : Red-eye reduction 15 Continuous Shot 16 Face Detection 17 Picture Color (Adjustable only in 18 White Balance (Adjustable only in 19 Ma
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Video Shooting Mode Display Mode : 5 Macro mode 6 Self-timer Self-time : 10-sec 1 2 13 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 Remaining Time for Video Recording 8 Memory Card/Built-in Memory 10 9 Battery Status 11 10 WT Ratio (Displayed only when zoom is activated) 11 Zoom Scale 12 Exposure Value 12 13 Recording Status Icon Recording standby Recording 1 Video Mode icon 2 Continuous AF 3 Metering Spot For optimal video shooting, it is recommended that an SD card be used.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Playback mode display 1. Playback Mode icon 2. DPOF file Mode: 3. File protection 4. Picture Number 1 2 3 4 5 5. Memory Card/Built-in Memory 6 6. Battery Status 7. Image Zoom 13 7 8. Zoom Magnification Area Indicator 9. Field of view indicator 10. Memory Space (this picture/Total number of pictures) 11. Recording Date and Time 8 9 12 11 28 10 12. OK: PLAY 13.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 ASCN mode In the "ASCN" mode, different recording conditions are detected intelligently and the most suitable settings will be automatically selected. With "ASCN" you can always take good pictures easily. To use "ASCN": 1. Press the Mode button to select ASCN mode, the LCD screen will display the following: 2. Hold the camera steadily and aim at the subject. The optimum scene mode will be identified automatically. 3. Press the Shutter button halfway down to focus. 4.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Night Portrait When you shoot portraits at night, or in low light conditions, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure for people and night scenes. Backlit Portrait When the sun or any other light source is behind you, ASCN will automatically adjust the foreground exposure to produce good pictures. Night Landscape Mode For night scenes, ASCN will automatically increase the ISO value to compensate for low light.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Panorama mode Panorama Mode allows you to create a panoramic picture. The camera will create a panoramic photo by stitching individual images taken in panorama mode. Follow these steps to create a panoramic picture: 1. Press the Mode button and use the Left/Right button to select Panorama mode, then press the button to confirm the setting. 2. Use the Left/Right button to select the direction of image stitching, e.g. left to right or right to left.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Manual Scene Mode (SCN) In Manual Scene mode, you can select from a total of 20 scene types to match your needs. You just need to select the right scene for the occasion and the camera will automatically set the optimal settings for you. Press the Mode button, and use the Left/Right button to enter the Scene Selection mode menu, then press the button to enter the Scene Selection mode.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Landscape Gathering For landscapes. Vivid reproduction of green and blue. For taking pictures of large groups or in areas with uneven lighting. Sport For fast-moving subjects. Capture sharp action shots without blur. Children For children and pets. Flash is disabled for eye protection. Beach Indoor For capturing images in scenes with strong sunlight. For indoors. Reduce blur and improve color accuracy. Sunset Snow For sunsets. Capture subjects in strong sunlight.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Travel shooting Produces background image blur that emphasizes the motion of the main subject. Text For capturing documents, printed material, and presentation boards. Leaf For plants. Capture brilliant shots of greenery and blossoms. Glass For objects behind transparent glass. Fish eye Creates a fish-eye effect, by distorting the center of the image. Sketch For taking photos with pencil sketch effect. 34 1. After selecting the activate. scene type, press the button to 2.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Stabilization mode This mode can help reduce image blur caused by hand shake, low light and slow shutter speed Press the Mode button, and use the Left/Right button to button to select Stabilization mode, then press the enter Stabilization mode. Use stabilization mode in dark environments or when using a slow shutter speed Shooting in a windy or unstable environment (such as a moving vehicle) may cause blurred images.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Face Detection This function automatically detects facial features and directs the camera to focus on them. In face detection mode, press the shutter button halfway and the camera will automatically detect faces and display a rectangular focus frame around them. The focus frame will turn green to indicate that the face or faces are in focus. Press the shutter button the rest of the way to take the picture.
PLAYBACK AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Viewing Photos and Videos To view stored photos and video clips on the LCD screen: button to enter the Playback mode. The 1. Press the last recorded photo or video clip will appear. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the photos or video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. 3. To play a selected video clip, press the enter the movie playback mode. 6 button to During video playback, the operating instructions will appear on the screen.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 When playing a stored video, press the Up/Down arrow button to adjust the playback volume ; Press and hold the Down button to mute the volume .
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Thumbnail View When in Playback mode, press the to display thumbnail images of photos and videos on the screen. 1. Use the Zoom button to switch between 3x3, 4x4 and the Date Folder thumbnail display. 2. When displaying 3x3 and 4x4 thumbnails, use the Up/ Down/ Left/Right button to select a picture or video for viewing; press the button to return to the original size. 3. When displaying date folder thumbnails, use the Up/ Down button to select a date folder.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Using Zoom Playback (for still pictures only) The zoom buttons can also be used during playback. This allows you to magnify photos from 2x to 8x. 1. Press the button to enter the Playback mode. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a photo to magnify. 3. Press one end of the Zoom button to zoom in. 4. Use the Zoom buttons to zoom in and out. The zoom magnification area scale and the total photo area scale will display on the screen. 40 5.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Using the Delete Button In Playback Mode, you can press the Down/Delete button to delete pictures or videos. To delete pictures or videos: 1. Press the button to enter the Playback Mode. 2. Select a picture or video clip you want to delete with the Left/Right button. 3. Press the Down/Delete button and the delete screen will appear. 4. Select Yes or Back with the Up/Down button and press the button to confirm the setting. Erased photos/video clips cannot be recovered.
USING THE MENUS AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Still Menu Mode: AUTO In any of the above Still Picture Modes, press the button to go to the Still Picture menu. To adjust each setting: 1. In the Still Picture menu, switch between different Photo Setup or Camera Setup pages using the Left/ Right button. Select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. 4. Press Up/Down button to select an option, or press Left button to return to the menu. 5.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 AF Mode (Auto-Focus mode) AF-assist Beam Use this setting to control the auto-focus mechanism while taking pictures. This option can turn the AF-assist on or off. The AF-assist can improve focusing when the camera is in a dark environment. In low light conditions it is not recommended to turn off the AF-assist lamp otherwise the camera may not focus correctly. Two options are available: • Single-AF: The focus frame appears on the center of the LCD screen to focus on the subject.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Continuous AF Use this setting to select the size of the area for the exposure to be obtained. After Continuous AF is turned on, the camera will adjust focus automatically in response to any camera or subject movement.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Continuous Shot Smile Detection Use this setting to perform continuous shooting. After entering this mode, you can shoot multiple images by pressing and holding down the shutter button. With the camera's new "Smile Detection" feature, which automatically detects and captures a person smiling, you'll never miss a smile. There are five available options: • Off: Turn off the Continuous Shot function.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Digital Zoom Slow Shutter Use this setting to enable or disable the digital zoom function. When disabled, only the optical zoom is enabled. Use the Slow shutter mode to c ontrol over the duration of the exposure. (The slow shutter mode is available only in manual mode.) • Manual : To take a long exposure time between 2~30 sec. The use of tripod is recommended when using prolonged exposure times.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Quick Review Date Imprint This setting refers to the brief photo review immediately after taking a picture. The picture stays on the LCD screen for an adjustable period of time. Include a Date/Time stamp in the photo image.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Movie Menu Mode: In Movie Mode, press the sponding Movie menu. button to go to the corre- To configure each setting: 1. In the Movie menu, switch between the Movie Setup or different Camera Setup pages using the Left/Right button, select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. 3. Press Up/Down button to select an option, or press Left button to return to the menu. 4. Press the button to confirm the setting and return to the previous page.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Continuous AF Set the metering mode for various lighting conditions. When Continuous AF is turned on, the camera will adjust focus automatically in response to any camera or subject movement.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 DIS Using this function will ensure maximum stability of the screen when recording 50
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Playback Menu Protect Mode : In Playback mode, press the Playback menu. button to enter the Please refer to the following sections for detailed instructions on the various menu options. To prevent any pictures or videos from being accidentally erased, use this setting to lock one or all of the files. To protect/unprotect a picture or video: 1. Use the Up/Down arrow button and select "Protect", then press the or Right button to enter the submenu.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 2. Use the Up/Down button and select "One" to protect individual photos or movies; or select "All" to protect all photos and movies stored in the memory card. Press Delete There are two ways to delete files. the button to confirm and enter the photo/movie protection interface. button then select Yes to lock displayed 3. Press the photos or videos, or select Unprotect to unlock them, then press the Up/Down button and select Back to return to the playback menu.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) • Delete All: 1. In the Delete option, select All and then press the button. 2. Use the Up/Down button and select Yes to delete all files, or select Back to return to the menu. • Delete Date Folder: 1. In the Delete option, press the selecting Date Folder.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Resize Rotate This setting allows you to resize a picture to a specified resolution, and saves it as a new picture. You can use this setting to change the orientation of the picture. 1. Select the Resize setting from the Playback menu as described previously. 1. Select the Rotate setting from the Playback menu as described previously. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a picture to rotate. 3.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Red-eye Reduction Trim Use this setting to remove red eye effect in your photos. The Trim setting allows you select an area of the photo you want to keep and then save it as a new photo. 1. Select Red-eye Reduction in the Playback menu as described previously. 2. Use the Left/Right button to select the picture from which red eye effect needs to be removed. 3.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 HDR-High Dynamic Range With the HDR function, pictures that are overexposed may be corrected to optimize the highlights and lowlights captured to more accurately represent the actual scene. menu as described 1. Select HDR setting in the previously. 2. Press the Left and Right button to find a picture you want to optimize and then select Confirm to perform HDR optimization or select Return to go back to Playback menu. 3.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Display Setup Mode: Press the button in Playback mode to enter the Display Setup menu. Slideshow This setting allows you to view all stored pictures as a slideshow. 1. Select Slide Show menu, then press the or Right button to enter the slide show setup interface. 2. Press the Up/Down button to select playback effect, playback interval or repeat interval, and press the or Right button to enter and adjust settings. press the button to confirm settings.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Wallpaper Settings Menu Wallpaper: Use this setting to select your favorite picture as a background on the LCD screen. Use the Up/Down button to select the Menu Wallpaper option, Press the button to confirm the setting or press the Left button to return to the last page, and press to exit the menu. 1. Press the Down button to select the Wallpaper Setting menu. 2. Press the or Right button to enter the wallpaper setup interface.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Startup Screen: Set back to default: Use the Up/Down button to select the Startup Screen Use the Up/Down button to select Back To Default, press option, press to confirm or press the Left button to return to last page, and press to exit the menu. to confirm or press the Left button to return to last page, and press • User • Yes • AgfaPhoto • No to exit the menu.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Setup Menu Mode : AUTO 2. Switch between different functions with the Up/Down button. 3. Press the Right button to enter the submenu. The Setup menu for the camera is available in all modes. Each menu page can be selected by pressing the button and switching between menus with the Left/Right button. After selecting a function option, you can press the Up button to return to the menu for other Camera Setup pages. Or you can press the Down button to switch to the next menu page.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 LCD Brightness Use this setting to adjust the brightness of your LCD screen. 1. Select the LCD Brightness setting from the Setup menu as described previously. 2. Select auto or adjust the brightness level by using the Left/Right button, and press the button to confirm the setting. 3. Press the Right button, then press the Up/Down button to adjust volume and change tones, and press the button to confirm the setting.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Power Saver This setting allows you to save power and get the maximum possible running time from your batteries. Follow the steps below to turn off the LCD screen and camera automatically after a period of inactivity. 1. Select the Power Save setting from the Setup menu as described previously. 2. Press the Up/Down button to select the power items for the screen and camera and press the Right button. 3. Press the Up/Down button to adjust the selected item.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 File and Software Format Memory Please note: formatting enables you to delete all contents in the memory card and built-in memory, including protected photo and movie files. To use this setting: 1. Select Format in the File and Software menu. Language 2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Yes or No. Then press the button to confirm. See “Setting the Language“ section on page 15. 3. The current media is formatted. 4.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Copy to Card (Copy internal memory to memory card) Use this setting to copy the files stored in the internal memory to the memory card. 1. Select the Copy to memory card in the File and Software menu. 2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Yes or No. Then press the button to confirm. 64 File Numbering After you take a picture or video clip, the camera will save it as a file that ends with a serial number.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Reset Settings FW Version (Firmware Version) Use this setting to restore the camera to its default settings. Use this setting to view the current camera firmware version. 1. Select Reset settings in the File and Software menu. 1. Select FW Version in the File and Software menu. 2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Yes or No. Then press the button to confirm. 2. If SD card contains a new version of firmware, please upgrade accordingly as necessary.
Transmission AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Video System Use this setting to configure your video system to your current area. 1. Select the Video System in the Connection Setup menu. 2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select NTSC or PAL. Then press the button to confirm. 66 The video output signal can be switched to NTSC or PAL to accommodate different regional standards. The appropriate setting will vary between regions. NTSC: USA, Canada, Taiwan, Japan, etc.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Connecting to a PC Use the USB cable supplied with your camera to copy (transfer) pictures to a computer. Setting the USB mode Since the camera’s USB port can be set to connect with either a PC or a Printer, the following steps will allow you to ensure that the camera is correctly configured to connect with a PC. 1. Go to the camera setting menu, select USB connection with the Up/Down button, and press the Right button. 2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select PC. 3.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Windows operating system (Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7.) Click the [Safely remove the hardware] icon and remove the USB connector according to the displayed menu. Macintosh 4. Disconnect the camera once the transfer is completed. If the USB option is set to [PC] : Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
APPENDICES AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Model name OPTIMA 145 Effective Image Sensor Pixels 14.1 Megapixels Image Sensor 14.4 Megapixels [1/2.3” (CCD)] Lens Focal Length F = 5.0mm (Wide) ~ 25.0mm (Tele) 35mm film equivalent 28mm (Wide) ~ 140mm (Tele) F number F3.5 (Wide) ~ F5.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Model name Number of Recording Pixels Still Image 14MP, 12MP(3:2), 10MP(16:9), 8MP, 5MP, 3MP, 0.3MP Movie 1280x720pixels: 30fps/15fps, 640x480pixels: 30fps/15fps, 320x240pixels: 30fps/15fps Image Compression Best, Fine, Normal DCF, DPOF (Ver1.1) Support Yes File Format 70 OPTIMA 145 Still Image Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Movie MOV( Motion JPEG ), Audio: G.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Model name OPTIMA 145 Pan-Capture Panorama Yes LCD Display 2.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Model name Internal Flash (Shooting Range) OPTIMA 145 Auto/Red-Eye Reduction/Forced Flash/No Flash/Slow Synchro/Red-Eye Reduction+Slow Synchro Shooting Range Wide: Approx. 0.6m~4.0m / Tele: Approx. 0.8m ~ 2.7m Recording Media SD Card/SDHC Card (Up to 32GB support) Other Features ExifPrint Support, Multi-language Support Jacks USB2.0*1/AV-OUT (Integrated Proprietary Connector) Power Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D016, 3.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Error messages Messages Explanation Card error • The memory card is not formatted. Card full • The memory card is full and cannot store any new images. Picture error • The picture is not captured correctly. • The picture is corrupted. No picture • There are no images in the memory card or in the internal memory. Lens error • The lens is probably stuck and the camera will power off automatically. System error • Unexpected error encountered.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Messages Explanation Card is not formatted, format? • Confirm whether the memory card should be formatted. This image cannot be deleted • The picture or video you are trying to delete is protected. Warning!! Camera recording, please wait. • No other actions allowed to perform during video/audio recording. Warning!! Battery exhausted. • The battery is out of charge. This file cannot be played back • The picture format cannot be recognized by the camera.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Troubleshooting Problem Camera does not turn on. Possible causes • The battery has run out. Solution • Replace with a fully charged battery. • The battery is not inserted correctly. Camera turns off suddenly during operation. • The battery has run out. • Replace with a fully charged battery. The picture is blurred. • The lens is dirty. • Use a soft cloth to clean the lens on your camera. • appears when taking pictures. Images and video files cannot be saved.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Problem Possible causes Solution Write to memory card slowly • When movie above HD is recorded into the memory card below Class 4, perhaps it is too slow to continue recording. • Please select HCSD or shoot after formatting this card. Cannot write to the memory card • Memory card is in write-protection state. • Please replace a memory card. • Please shoot again.
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 145 Customer Care More information on the complete AgfaPhoto digital camera product range can be found at www.reddotimaging.com. / www.agfaphoto.com. Manufactured by Service & Repair Hotline (USA): AgfaPhoto is used under license of Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co. KG or Agfa-Gevaert NV. Neither Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co KG nor Agfa-Gevaert NV manufacture this product or provide any product warranty or support. For service, support and warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer.
AgfaPhoto is used under license of Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co. KG or Agfa-Gevaert NV. Neither Agfa-Gevaert NV & C o. KG nor Agfa-Gevaert N V manufacture this product or provide any product warranty or support. For service, support and warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer. For service, support and warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer. All other brands and product names are registered trademarks of their respective owners.
