User manual
OPTIMA 105
AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 105 
Table of Contents 
Preface ........................................................................................................ 3 
About this Manual .................................................................................. 3 
Safety and Handling Precautions.............................................................. 3 
Using this Menu ..................................................................................... 4 
Introduction ................................................................................................. 5 
System Requirements ............................................................................. 5 
Main Features ........................................................................................ 5 
Package Contents................................................................................... 6 
Camera Views ........................................................................................ 7 
Camera Buttons ..................................................................................... 8 
Navigation Control.................................................................................. 9 
Camera Memory................................................................................... 10 
Getting Started ........................................................................................... 10 
Attach the Camera Strap....................................................................... 10 
Inserting the Battery ............................................................................ 10 
Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card ...................................................... 11 
Charging the Battery ............................................................................ 11 
Turning the Power On and Off ............................................................... 12 
Initial Settings...................................................................................... 12 
Modes ................................................................................................. 12 
Using the LCD monitor ................................................................................ 13 
LCD Monitor Layout .............................................................................. 13 
Changing the LCD Monitor Display ......................................................... 18 
Recording Images, Videos and Voices ........................................................... 18 
Taking Images ..................................................................................... 18 
Using the Stabilizer............................................................................... 19 
Setting the Zoom Control ...................................................................... 19 
Using Flash.......................................................................................... 20 
Setting the Focus Mode ........................................................................ 20 
Using the Function Menu ...................................................................... 21 
Using the Record Menu......................................................................... 25 
Setting the Scene Mode ........................................................................ 25 
Using Voices Recording ......................................................................... 33 
Recording Videos.................................................................................. 38 
Playback .................................................................................................... 40 
Viewing in Single Navigation.................................................................. 40 
Viewing Thumbnails ............................................................................. 41 
Zooming images................................................................................... 42 
Playing Videos...................................................................................... 42 
Playing Voice Recording ........................................................................ 43 
Playing Voice Memo.............................................................................. 43 
Deleting an Image/Video/Audio ............................................................. 44 
Playback Menu..................................................................................... 44 
Using the Setup Menu ................................................................................. 53 
Setting Sounds..................................................................................... 53 
 
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Setting Power Save............................................................................... 53 
Setting LCD Save.................................................................................. 54 
Setting Date & Time ............................................................................. 54 
Setting Language ................................................................................. 54 
Setting File Numbering ......................................................................... 54 
Setting TV Out ..................................................................................... 55 
Setting LCD Brightness ......................................................................... 55 
Setting Memory Kit............................................................................... 55 
Reset All.............................................................................................. 56 
Making Connections .................................................................................... 56 
Connecting the Camera to a TV ............................................................. 56 
Connecting the Camera to a PC ............................................................. 56 
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ....................................................... 58 
Setting the Print Mode Menu ................................................................. 58 
Appendix.................................................................................................... 60 
About Folder and File Names................................................................. 60 
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 60 
Specifications ............................................................................................. 61 
Customer care ............................................................................................ 62 
   
 
 
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AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 105 
Preface 
About this Manual 
Copyright 
This manual is designed to assist you in using your new AgfaPhoto digital camera. All information 
presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice. 
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 2010 
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance 
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference 
to radio communications. 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: 
•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 
•  Increase the distance between the equipment and the 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. 
Warning:  A  shielded-type  power  cord  is  required  in  order  to  meet  FCC  emission  limits  and  to  prevent 
interference  to  radio  and  television  reception.  Use  only  shielded  cable  to  connect  I/O  devices  to  this 
equipment.  Any  changes  or  modifications  not  expressly  approved  by  the  manufacturer  may  void  your 
warranty and service agreement. 
 
 
 
 
 
Declaration of Conformity 
operation. 
Trademark Recognition 
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 
•  This device may not cause harmful interference. 
•  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired 
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Win7 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States 
and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation 
System.  All  other  companies  or  product  names  are  trademarks  or  registered  trademarks  of  their 
respective companies. YouTube is a brand of Google, Inc. and YouTube, LLC, Mountain View, California, US. 
All  other  companies  or  product  names  are  trademarks  or  registered  trademarks  of  their  respective 
companies. 
 
Safety and Handling Precautions 
Camera Information 
 
•  Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself. 
•  Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures. 
•  Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures. 
•  Do not touch the camera lens. 
•  Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods. 
•  Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the product. Wipe the 
product with a slightly damp soft cloth. 
 
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•  Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery. 
•  Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came with your camera. Using 
other types of battery or charger may damage the equipment and invalidate the warranty. 
•  When using Li-ion battery in this product, ensure that they are inserted correctly. Inserting the 
battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly cause an explosion. 
•  When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the camera body to feel 
•  Download all pictures and don’t remove the battery from the camera if you are going to store the 
warm.   
camera for a long period of time. 
•  The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be stuck up. Ensure you use 
the correct battery type and use a fully charged battery.   
•  Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the 
instructions. 
 
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Battery Information 
Disposal  of  Waste  Equipemtn  by  Users  in  Private  Households  in  the 
European Union 
 
 
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with 
your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by 
handing  it  over  to  a  designated  collection  point  for  the  recycling  of  waste  electrical  and  electronic 
equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will 
help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health 
and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for 
recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where 
you purchased the product. 
 
 
Using this Menu 
 
Symbols used in this manual are explained below: 
 
This indicates useful information when using your camera. 
This indicates important message that should be read before using the function. 
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Congratulations on your purchase of the new AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 105 digital camera. 
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. 
 
In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system requirements: 
For Windows: 
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Introduction 
 
System Requirements 
•  Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Win7 
•  Processor: Pentium II 450MHz or above 
•  Memory: 512MB or above 
•  HDD space: 200MB or above 
•  16bit color display monitor 
•  Microsoft DirectX 9.0C 
•  USB port and CD-ROM drive 
For Macintosh: 
•  Power Mac G3 or later 
•  Mac OS 10.3X~10.6  
•  Memory: 512MB or above 
•  Q.Time player ver. 6.0.3 or above 
•  USB port and CD-ROM drive 
 
Main Features 
•  14 MegaPixels resolution 
•  Up to 3x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom 
•  3 inch color LCD monitor 
•  64MB internal flash memory with optional external SD/SDHC card 
•  Supports up to 4GB of SD card, and up to 32GB of SDHC card 
•  Easy-to-use button interface 
•  DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility 
•  Slideshow to review still images 
•  A/V output to view your images, videos and audio on your TV 
•  USB port to transfer images, videos and audio to your PC 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Package Contents 
 
Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain: 
 
 
 
 
 
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Rechargeable battery x 1 pcs 
Battery charger 
 
Wrist strap 
USB cable 
 
 
 
AV cable (optional) 
 
Camera pouch 
(optional) 
 
CD-Rom 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Quick Start Guide/ 
User Manual (optional) 
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Camera Views 
 
Front View 
 
1. 
2. 
Flash 
Self-timer LED/ 
AF Assist Lamp 
Lens 
3. 
4.  Microphone 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5. 
LCD monitor 
6.  Mode Switch 
  Photo Mode 
  Movie Mode 
  Playback Mode 
7. 
LED indicator 
8.  Menu button 
9. 
SET button/4-way 
navigation control 
10.  Function/Delete 
button 
 
 
 
 
11.  Stabilizer button 
12.  Zoom dial 
13.  Shutter button 
14.  Power button 
 
 
   
Back View 
Top View 
 
 
 
 
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