AGFA APDV1005 User Manual

							 
  
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
User’s Manual  APDV-1005  
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 iAbout this manual.........................................................v 
Copyright.......................................................................v 
Precautions...................................................................vi 
Before You Start..........................................................viii 
1 Introducing the camcorder.......................1 
1.1 System requirements............................................1 
1.2 Features...............................................................1 
1.3 Unpacking the camcorder....................................2 
1.4 About the camcorder............................................3 
1.4.1 Front view................................................3 
1.4.2 Top view...................................................3 
1.4.3 Bottom view.............................................4 
1.4.4 Right view................................................4 
1.4.5 Left view...................................................5 
1.4.6 Back view.................................................5 
1.4.7 Control Panel...........................................6 
1.4.8 Adjusting the LCD display......................7 
1.4.9 About the LEDs......................................12 
2 Getting started........................................13 
2.1 Inserting an SD card..........................................13 
2.2 Inserting the batteries........................................15 
2.3 Charging the battery..........................................17 
2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder...........................17 
2.5 Changing modes................................................17 
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 ii 2.6 Before you start..................................................18 
2.6.1 Setting the date and time.......................18 
2.6.2 Setting the language..............................19 
2.6.3 Setting the beep......................................20 
2.7 Shoot/Playback video.........................................21 
2.7.1 Shooting a video clip.............................21 
2.7.2 Playing the video clip............................23 
2.8 Taking/viewing pictures.....................................24 
2.8.1 Taking a still picture..............................24 
2.8.2 Viewing images.....................................25 
2.9 Connecting to a computer..................................26 
2.10 Connecting to a standard TV..............................26 
2.11 Connecting to a HDTV......................................27 
3 Using the camcorder...............................28 
3.1 Camcorder mode................................................28 
3.1.1 Camcorder mode...................................28 
3.1.2 Using the macro function......................29 
3.1.3 Using the zoom function.......................29 
3.1.4 Using the LED light...............................30 
3.1.5 Using the Flash module, auto and force30 
3.1.6 Using the Stabilizer function.................30 
3.1.7 Quick access controls.............................30 
3.2 Camera mode.....................................................31 
3.2.1 Camera mode icons...............................31 
3.2.2 Using the macro function......................32 
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 iii 3.2.3 Using the zoom function.......................32 
3.2.4 Using the LED light module.................32 
3.2.5 Quick access controls.............................32 
3.3 Camcorder Playback mode.................................33 
3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons..........33 
3.4 Camera Playback mode......................................35 
3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons...............35 
3.5 Thumbnail mode................................................36 
4 Using the menus......................................37 
4.1 Camcorder menu...............................................37 
4.1.1. Video resolution.....................................37 
4.1.2. Video quality..........................................38 
4.1.3. White balance.........................................40 
4.1.4. Color effect.............................................41 
4.1.5. Stabilizer.................................................42 
4.1.6. Dual Video mode...................................43 
4.2 Camcorder playback menu.................................44 
4.2.1 Delete......................................................44 
4.2.2 Protect.....................................................46 
4.2.3 Autoplay................................................47 
4.3 Camera menu....................................................48 
4.3.1 Resolution..............................................48 
4.3.2 Photo Quality.........................................49 
4.3.3 White balance.........................................49 
4.3.4 Color effect.............................................50 
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 iv 4.3.5 Selftimer.................................................51 
4.3.6 Aspect Ratio...........................................52 
4.4 Camera playback menu......................................53 
4.4.1 Delete......................................................53 
4.4.2 Protect.....................................................55 
4.4.3 Autoplay................................................56 
4.5 System menu......................................................57 
4.5.1 Setting the beep......................................57 
4.5.2 Auto power off.......................................57 
4.5.3 TV standard............................................58 
4.5.4 Format....................................................59 
4.5.5 Default....................................................60 
4.5.6 Language................................................60 
4.5.7 Frequency...............................................61 
4.5.8 Date/time...............................................61 
5 Installing the software and drivers........62 
5.1 Presto! Video Works...........................................62 
5.2 Presto! Mr. Photo...............................................63 
5.3 Quick Time........................................................64 
Appendix.....................................................................65 
Specifications...............................................................65 
Troubleshooting...........................................................68 
 
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 v Preface 
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder. 
Ensure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe 
place for future reference. 
About this manual 
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this 
manual are correct and up to date. However, no guarantee is made 
regarding the accuracy of the contents. If the contents of this 
manual do not tally with the camcorder, please take the camcorder 
as a criterion, and our company reserves the right to change the 
contents or technical rules without notice in advance. Also, the 
manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specification 
in advance without notice. 
If the accessories do not tally with the actual package, please take 
the actual package as a criterion. 
Copyright 
© Copyright 2008. 
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 or by any 
means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or 
otherwise, without the prior written permission of the 
manufacturer. 
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 vi Precautions 
General precautions 
· Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas, 
as its components may be damaged. 
· Do not store the product in a hot environment. High 
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage 
batteries and warp or melt certain plastics. 
· Do not store the product in cold areas. When the product 
warms up to its normal temperature, moisture can form inside, 
which may damage the electronic circuits. 
· Do not attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs. 
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric 
shock when exposed. 
· Do not drop or knock the product. Rough handling may 
damage the internal components. 
· Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong 
detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a 
slightly damp soft cloth. 
· Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subjects eyes. 
Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired 
too close to the eyes. When using the flash, the camcorder 
should be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject. 
· Do not open battery cover while an image is being recorded. 
Doing so will not only make storage of the current image 
impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored 
in file. 
· If the product or any of its accessories are not working 
properly, take them to your nearest qualified service center. 
The personnel there will assist you and if necessary, arrange 
for the product to be repaired. 
· Test for proper operation before using the camcorder. 
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 viiNotes on the LCD Screen 
Be very careful to ensure the fluid contained in the LCD screen does 
not escape if the screen becomes cracked or damaged. If this occurs, 
follow these steps: 
· If the fluids make contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth 
then rinse with a large amount of water. 
· If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean 
water for at least 15 minutes and go to the hospital as soon as 
possible. 
· If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then 
drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Go to the 
hospital as soon as possible. 
Operation conditions 
· This camcorder is designed for use in temperatures ranging 
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). 
· Do not use or keep the camcorder in the following areas: 
- In areas subject to direct sunlight 
- In areas subject to high humidity or dust 
- Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to  
 temperature extremes 
- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun. 
- In areas subject to strong vibration 
Power supply 
· Use only the type of battery that came with your camcorder. 
Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment 
and invalidate the warranty. 
· Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery 
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start 
a fire. 
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 viii · Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camcorder 
is not going to be used for a long time. 
· If the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to 
avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion. 
Before You Start 
Take some test shots before performing a formal 
recording.
   
Before taking pictures with this camcorder in any important 
occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test 
the camcorder beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any 
additional loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as 
costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the 
photography) is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no 
compensation will be given for it. 
Copyright information 
Take care to observe No Photography notices in certain locations. 
In these cases, you cannot record any live performance, 
improvisation or exhibits, even for personal purposes. Any transfer 
of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the 
constraints of copyright law. 
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