DV-5000G
User manual
Thank you for purchasing this AgfaPhoto digital video 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 digital video 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
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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 part of it. This will invalidate all
guarantee claims. Danger of explosion if batteries are not changed properly. Only replace the
batteries with the same type or another type approved by the manufacturer. Used batteries must
be disposed of in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines and local regulations.
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Contents
Precautions ...................................................................................................... 1
Disclaimer......................................................................................................... 1
Contents ........................................................................................................... 2
1 Getting to Know Your Camera ..................................................................... 5
Overview........................................................................................................... 5
Accessories...................................................................................................... 5
Front view......................................................................................................... 6
KeyPad illustration .......................................................................................... 6
Side View .......................................................................................................... 7
Playback View (DV Mode)................................................................................ 7
Playback View (Game Mode)........................................................................... 8
2 Getting Up and Running............................................................................... 9
Loading the Battery ......................................................................................... 9
Inserting and Removing an SD Card(Optional) ........................................ 9
Protecting Data on an SD Card..................................................................... 10
Turning the Camera On and Getting Started............................................... 10
Turning the Camera Off................................................................................. 11
3 Record Mode ............................................................................................... 12
Button Function ............................................................................................. 12
LCD Display Information ............................................................................... 13
MPEG4 Movie Recording .............................................................................. 14
Picture Recording .......................................................................................... 14
Voice Recording............................................................................................. 15
Taking Close up Pictures .............................................................................. 15
Digital Zoom ................................................................................................... 16
Options for Record Menu.............................................................................. 16
Operations for Record Mode......................................................................... 16
Default Setting and Validation ...................................................................... 17
Movie Mode submenu Setting ...................................................................... 18
Movie Resolution ........................................................................................... 18
Exposure ........................................................................................................ 18
Light ................................................................................................................ 19
Sharpness ...................................................................................................... 20
White Balance ................................................................................................ 21
Motion Stabilization ....................................................................................... 22
Motion Detection............................................................................................ 23
Camera Mode Setting .................................................................................... 24
Picture Resolution ......................................................................................... 24
Exposure ........................................................................................................ 25
Two in One (Picture Record Mode Only)...................................................... 25
Photo Frame (Picture Record Mode Only)................................................... 26
Flash (Picture Record Mode Only) ............................................................... 27
Self-timer (Picture Record Mode Only) ........................................................ 28
Sharpness ...................................................................................................... 28
White Balance ................................................................................................ 29
Multi-Snap (Picture Record Mode Only) ...................................................... 30
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Backlight (Picture Record Mode Only)......................................................... 30
Date Printing (Picture Record Mode Only)................................................... 31
Night Mode (Picture Record Mode Only) ..................................................... 31
Voice Mode..................................................................................................... 32
Effect Setting.................................................................................................. 32
Setting Menu .................................................................................................. 33
Sound Setting................................................................................................. 33
Start-up Screen .............................................................................................. 34
Time Setting ................................................................................................... 34
Format Card.................................................................................................... 35
TV System ...................................................................................................... 35
Selecting Interface Language ....................................................................... 36
Default Setting................................................................................................ 36
4 Playback Mode............................................................................................ 37
Button Functions ........................................................................................... 37
LCD Monitor Information............................................................................... 38
Movie Playback .............................................................................................. 39
Delete Movies................................................................................................. 40
Thumbnail Function....................................................................................... 41
Lock Movies ................................................................................................... 41
Repeat Movies................................................................................................ 42
Picture Playback ............................................................................................ 42
Delete Picture................................................................................................. 43
Thumbnail Function....................................................................................... 44
Lock Pictures ................................................................................................. 44
Make Slide Show............................................................................................ 45
Voice Playback............................................................................................... 45
Direction Buttons Function........................................................................... 45
5 Listening to MP3 Music .............................................................................. 48
MP3 Music ...................................................................................................... 48
Transfer MP3 Music to the camera............................................................... 48
Listen to MP3 Music ...................................................................................... 48
Listen to MP3 Music with earphone ............................................................. 49
6 Reading eBook............................................................................................ 50
eBook.............................................................................................................. 50
Transfer eBooks to the camera .................................................................... 50
Read eBooks .................................................................................................. 50
7 Playing a Game ........................................................................................... 52
Direction Buttons Function........................................................................... 52
Start a Game................................................................................................... 53
8 Viewing MPEG4 Movie on PC .................................................................... 55
MPEG4 Movie ................................................................................................. 55
View MPEG4 Movie on PC............................................................................. 55
Share MPEG4 Movie ...................................................................................... 55
9 Viewing Pictures and Movies on a TV....................................................... 56
10 Video File Converter ................................................................................. 57
Media Converter 2.......................................................................................... 57
Media Converter 1.......................................................................................... 61
11 Burning the Recorded Clip into DVD....................................................... 65
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12 Transferring Data to a Computer ............................................................. 67
Installing the Digital Camera Driver ............................................................. 67
Connecting your Camera to a Computer ..................................................... 67
Mass Storage Device Mode........................................................................... 67
PC Camera Mode ........................................................................................... 67
Installing Bundled Software.......................................................................... 68
13 Specifications and System Requirements.............................................. 69
Specification................................................................................................... 69
System Requirement ..................................................................................... 70
14 Customer care........................................................................................... 71
Customer care................................................................................................ 71
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the
European Union ............................................................................................. 72
FCC Compliance and Advisory..................................................................... 72
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Getting to Know Your Camera
Overview
The AgfaPhoto DV-5000G with 5 megapixel sensor can take DVD-Quality MPEG-4 movies. By
way of using MPEG-4 technology, more videos can be taken within certain amount of memory.
High quality images with up to 11 megapixels can also be delivered smoothly. With a color LCD
monitor, users can compose images and examine them easily.
Exposure and color balance can either be adjusted automatically or allowed to be changed
manually. An 8x digital zoom increases user control over the movies and pictures you take. The
camera is also ideally suited for using as a PC camera hooked up to your home computer via
high speed USB 2.0 port
Your camera also embeds 20-in-1 games which can provide you ultimate entertainment during
your free time.
Build-in 64 MB memory allows you to take pictures and movies without memory card. The
memory card slot allows users to increase the storage capacity up to 4GB.
Note
Partial memory of the built-in 64MB memory is used
for Firmware code
Accessories
Unpack the package and make sure all standard accessories listed are included:
DV-5000G
USB/ AV Cable
Adaptor
Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery
Quick Guide
CD-ROM (Driver, Arcsoft Software and User Manual)
Earphone
Strap
Pouch
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Front view
Power Button
Microphone
Lens
LED
KeyPad illustration
LCD Panel
Picture Shutter Button
Movie Shutter Button
Tele Button (Up Button)
Wide Button (Down) Button)
OK Button
Right Button
Left Button
RECORD/ PLAY Button
TV Out Port
Mini USB 2.0 port
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Side View
Playback View (DV Mode)
OK Button
Game Button
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Marco Switch
Battery Cover
Rec/ Playback Button
Movie Shutter Button
Picture Shutter Button