DC C1060/C850
Digital Camera
User Manual
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Copyright 2008 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication
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Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in private
households in the European Union.
This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can not be disposed
of as household waste. You must dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over
to the applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
For more information about recycling of this equipment, please contact
your city office, the shop where you purchased the equipment or your
household waste disposal service. The recycling of materials will help to
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and environment.
CE Regulatory Notice
Hereby, BenQ Corp. declares under our responsibility that the product is in
conformity with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the
Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating, Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directives (2004/108/EC) and Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC).
A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the above Directives has been made
and is available from BenQ Corp. upon request.
FCC Statement
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 separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into 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.
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Taking care of your camera
• Do not use your camera in the following environmental range: temperature below
0°C or above 40°C.
• Do not use or store your camera in the environments listed below:
• Direct sunlight
• Highly humid or dusty places
• Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
• In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
• Unstable locations
• If your camera becomes wet, wipe it with a dry cloth as soon as possible.
• Salt or seawater may cause severe camera damage.
• Do not use solvents, such as alcohol, to clean your camera.
• If the lens is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to clean the lens. Do not touch the
lens with your fingers.
• To prevent electric shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera by
yourself.
• Water may cause a fire or electric shock. Therefore, store your camera in a dry place.
• Do not use your camera outdoors when it is raining or snowing.
• Do not use your camera in or near water.
• If a foreign substance or water gets in your camera, please turn the power off
immediately and remove the batteries. Remove the foreign substance or water, and
send it to the maintenance center.
• Transfer the data to the computer as soon as possible to avoid losing your images or
video clips.
Table o f C o n tents
1. Touring Your Camera.............................................................. 1
1.1 Checking the package contents............................................. 1
1.2 Camera components .......................................................... 2
1.2.1 Front view .......................................................... 2
1.2.2 Rear view............................................................. 2
1.2.3 LED indicators ..................................................... 3
2. Preparing Your Camera for Use ............................................... 4
2.1 Installing the batteries......................................................... 4
2.2 Inserting and removing an SD memory card........................... 4
3. Using the Camera .................................................................... 6
3.1 Navigator ......................................................................... 6
3.2 LCD monitor information (capture mode) ............................ 6
3.3 Getting started................................................................... 7
3.3.1 Turning the power on / off ..................................... 7
3.3.2 Choosing the screen language ................................. 7
3.3.3 Setting the date and time ........................................ 7
3.3.4 Capture mode ...................................................... 7
3.3.4.1 Getting started with capturing images ................ 7
3.3.5 Using the flash...................................................... 8
3.3.6 Using the drive mode............................................. 8
3.3.7 Using the zoom function........................................ 9
3.4 Menu options.................................................................. 10
3.4.1 Changing the mode ............................................. 10
3.4.1.1 Switching between capture and playback modes 10
3.4.1.2 Selecting the scene mode ............................... 10
3.4.2 Using the menus ................................................. 11
3.4.2.1 Capture menu list (still image)........................ 11
3.4.2.2 Capture menu list (movie)............................. 12
3.4.3 Setup menu ....................................................... 13
3.4.3.1 Setup menu list ............................................ 13
3.5 Capturing movie clips....................................................... 15
3.6 Capturing audio clips ....................................................... 15
3.7 Other capturing functions ................................................. 16
3.7.1 Setting the quality ............................................... 16
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3.7.2 Setting the metering ............................................ 16
3.7.3 Setting the white balance ...................................... 16
3.7.4 Setting the ISO ................................................... 17
3.7.5 Setting the EV compensation ................................ 17
3.7.6 Setting the AEB .................................................. 17
3.7.7 Setting the highlight ............................................ 17
3.7.8 Setting the sharpness ........................................... 17
3.7.9 Setting the photo effect ........................................ 18
3.7.10 Setting the date stamp.......................................... 18
3.7.11 Setting S.S.F. (Stabilizer) ...................................... 18
3.7.12 Setting face tracking ............................................ 18
3.7.13 Setting photo frame............................................. 18
3.7.14 Setting P/Av/Tv/M (PASM; for C1060 only)............ 19
3.7.15 Setting Av/Tv/M (for C850 program mode only)...... 19
3.7.16 Using Smile Catch............................................... 19
3.8 Playback......................................................................... 20
3.8.1 Playing back images............................................. 20
3.8.2 Playing back movie clips ...................................... 20
3.8.3 Magnifying & trimming still images ....................... 20
3.8.4 Viewing in thumbnail .......................................... 21
3.8.5 Playing a slideshow ............................................. 21
3.8.6 Deleting a single file or all files .............................. 21
3.8.7 Deleting multiple files.......................................... 22
3.8.8 Setting the DPOF for printing ............................... 22
3.8.9 Other playback functions ..................................... 23
4. PC Dependent Features ......................................................... 24
4.1 Bundled software ............................................................. 24
4.2 Transferring files to your computer..................................... 24
4.2.1 Step 1: Connect the digital camera to your computer 24
4.2.2 Step 2: Download images or video clips .................. 25
5. Troubleshooting.................................................................... 26
6. Specifications ........................................................................ 28
7. Service Information ............................................................... 30
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1 Touring Your Camera
1.1 Checking the package contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items.
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• All pictures, screen captures, and icons used in this manual are for illustration only.
Actual and available products, accessories, as well as their appearance may vary
depending on sales region.
• If any of the items are missing or appear to be damaged, contact your dealer. Save the
packaging in case you need to ship your camera for service.
• All electronic accessories (such as USB, AV cable, and battery) are designed to work
with this BenQ digital camera model only. Do not use them with other digital camera
models to avoid possible damage.
1. Quick Guide /
User Manua l
2. Digital camera
3. USB cable
4. Non-rechargeable AA
batteries
5. Hand strap
6. Software and user
manual CD
7. Pouch
8. AV cable
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1.2 Camera components
1.2.1 Front view
1. Shutter button
2. Built-in flash
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• If your BenQ camera’s lens remains extended after an involuntary shutdown, simply
replace the batteries with new ones and restart your camera. Never force the lens
inwards since this action will damage the camera and void the BenQ Warranty.
1.2.2 Rear view
1. LCD monitor
2. W
Zoom-out or thumbnail
3. T
Zoom-in
4. Strap eyelet
5. Capture or Playback mode
6. Menu
7. Status LED
8. Navigator -- four-way
control and OK
9. Scene mode
10. Av/Tv/M:
• Toggles between P, Av,
Tv, M on C1060
(Av, Tv, M on C850) in
the capture mode.
• Deletes images and
videos in the playback
mode.
3. Power button
4. Speaker
5. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal
6. Lens
7. Microphone
8. Self-timer LED
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1.2.3 LED indicators
Indicator State Description
No light The digital camera is off.
Solid green The digital camera is ready to capture images.
Status LED
Self-timer LED Blinking red The self-timer function is activated.
• It is normal for the camera to become warm during operation, because camera casing can
conduct heat.
• The LCD display on this camera is manufactured with sophisticated technology , and more
than 99.99% of the pixels on the LCD display meet standard specifications. Yet, it is
possible that less than 0.01% of the pixels on the LCD display may have some light spots
or show unusual colors. This is normal and does not indicate display malfunction, nor will
this affect the pictures you take wi t h the camera.
Blinking
green
The digital camera is powering on and cannot focus or
capture video clips, or is in the power-saving mode.
The camera/flash is charging, or the USB
communication/transfer is in progress.
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2 Preparing Your Camera for Use
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2.1 Installing the batteries
You can use two AA batteries to power up the camera.
Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off
before removing the batteries.
To insert the batteries:
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Open the battery cover.
3. Insert the batteries in the correct direction as
shown in the illustration.
4. Close the battery cover.
To remove the batteries:
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Hold the camera with the battery cover facing upward, and then open the battery cover.
3. Remove the batteries.
• High-capacity (such as 2500 mAh) rechargeable batteries are recommended.
• Carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended.
• Remove the batteries from the camera if you do not intend to use the camera for a long
time.
• If the lens cannot retract into the camera, please replace the batteries first (usually this is
because of drained batteries). Then the lens should retract automatically. (Under no
circumstances should you push the lens back manually as this may damage the camera.)
If the lens still cannot retract, please contact your dealer.
• The AA batteries that came with the camera are not rechargeable.
2.2 Inserting and removing an SD memory card
The camera is equipped with internal memory,
allowing you to record video clips and capture
images. You can also expand the memory capacity by
using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card
to store more files.
1. Always make sure the camera is turned off before
inserting or removing a memory card.
2. Insert an SD memory card in the correct
direction as shown in the illustration.
3. Close the battery / SD memory card cover.
To remove the SD memory card, make sure the camera is turned off. Press lightly on the
edge of the memory card and it will eject.
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• Be sure to format the SD memory card with this camera before the initial use.
• To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD memory card, you
can slide the write-protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to “LOCK”.
• To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card.
• SD memory card in the following sizes are supported: 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB,
1 GB, 2GB, 4GB, 6GB, 8GB and 16GB SDHC. The camera is compatible with SD memory
cards manufactured by Panasonic, Toshiba, and Sandisk. Please contact your local
dealer for purchase information.
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Unlocked: You can use both capture
and playback modes.
Locked: You can use the playback mode
only.
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3 Using the Camera
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3.1 Navigator
You can use the Navigator with four-way control and one button to access numerous
controls of your camera.
1. Up or Play (video playback only)
2. Focus mode or left
3. Down
4. Flash mode or right
5. / Toggle between different modes
of displayed information
3.2 LCD monitor information (capture mode)
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1. Scene mode 8. ISO
2. Flash mode 9. White balance
3. Focus mode 10.AE metering
4. Drive mode 11.EV compensation
5. Image size 12.AF area
6. Image quality 13.Histogram
7. Number of shots available 14.Battery status
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3.3 Getting started
3.3.1 Turning the power on / off
1. Press [ ] until the digital camera turns on. Alternatively, you can press the [ ]
button to turn on the camera.
2. To turn the power off, press [ ] again.
3.3.2 Choosing the screen language
1. Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to move to the Setup menu.
2. Press [ ] or [ ] to move to
language you want.
3. Press .
3.3.3 Setting the date and time
1. Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to move to the Setup menu.
2. Press [ ] or [ ] to move to
3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select Year, Month, Day, Time, and Format fields.
• To increase a value, press [ ].
• To decrease a value, press [ ].
• The time is displayed in 24 hour format.
4. Press .
3.3.4 Capture mode
3.3.4.1 Getting started with capturing images
1. Press [ ] for more than one second to turn on
the camera.
2. Compose your image in the LCD monitor in the
capture mode.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway (1), and
then press it down fully (2).
• Pressing the shutter button down halfway
automatically focuses and adjusts the
exposure.
Language, and then press [ ] or to select the
Date & Time, and then press [ ] or .
1
Press down halfway.
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Press down fully.
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• The focus area frame turns green when the camera is focused and the exposure is
determined.
• When the focus or exposure is not suitable, the frame of the focus area turns red.
• To review the last captured image, press . Press again to return to the capture
mode.
• The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
• To prevent your images from being blurre d while pressing the shutter button, alwa ys hold
the camera steady. This is especially important when you are shooting unde r low lighting
conditions, under which your camera may reduce the shutter speed to ensure your
images are properly exposed.
3.3.5 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. Pressing the flash button cycles your camera
through the various flash modes. The flash will not activate during continuous shooting or
movie capturing.
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Pressing the flash button changes the flash mode. Each time the flash button is pressed,
the flash icon changes.
3. Press the shutter button to take a picture.
Icon Flash mode Description
Auto flash Flash fires automatically when shooting conditions require extra
Auto Anti
Red-eye
Force on Flash fires every time you take a photo, regardless of lighting
Slow sync Fires the flash for proper exposure of the subject, and uses a slow
Force off The flash never fires even in dark situation.
lighting.
Flash strobes to let the subject’s eyes adjust to the flash, then fires
again to take the actual image. Your camera will detect the
subject’s brightness and use the flash only when required.
conditions.
shutter speed to capture ambient light for proper exposure of the
background. Useful for capturing night scenes with still subjects
(such as portraits). Use of tripod is recommended.
3.3.6 Using the drive mode
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 for continuous still image shooting.
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to select the capture menu.
3. Press [ ] / [ ] to select Drive Mode and then press [ ] or to launch the
submenu.
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4. Press [ ] / [ ] to select an option and press to apply the setting. Press to
close the menu, and then press the shutter button to take pictures.
Icon Drive mode Description
- Off Captures a single image.
2 sec. The shutter release will be delayed for 2 seconds.
2
10 sec. The shutter release will be delayed for 10 seconds.
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Double Performs delay and capture twice:
Burst Keep pressing the shutter button fully for continuous shooting.
1. Performs a 10-second delay, then captures an image.
2. Performs another 2-second delay, then captures an image
again.
Release the shutter button to stop shooting.
3.3.7 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.
1. Make the zoom setting, and point the camera at the subject.
2. Press the zoom button (
: zoom out for a wide-angle shot.
: zoom in for a telephoto shot.
• When the zoom button is pressed, the zoom bar appears on the LCD monitor.
• When the optical zoom factor is at maximum, zooming stops temporarily. Press
again, the camera switches to the digital zoom automatically and zooming continues.
• You can use optical zoom in movie capturing.
3. Press the shutter button to take a picture.
4. To turn digital zoom on or off:
• Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to select the capture menu.
• Press [ ] / [ ] to select Digital Zoom and then press [ ] or to launch the
submenu.
• Press [ ] / [ ] to select On or Off and press to apply the setting. Press
to close the menu.
/ ) to compose the image.
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3.4 Menu options
3.4.1 Changing the mode
You can capture images and voices in the capture mode, and use the playback mode to replay,
delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor.
3.4.1.1 Switching between capture and playback modes
• In the capture mode, press to switch to the playback mode.
• In the playback mode, press / to switch to the capture mode.
3.4.1.2 Selecting the scene mode
1. Set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Press to show the scene mode palette.
3. Use the four-way control to select a desired mode and press to confirm the setting.
4. Press and to turn the scene mode description on and off.
Scene mode
Icon Mode Description
Program The camera makes settings suitable for the shooting conditions.
Movie Captures movie clips.
Smile Catch Automatically takes a shot when a smile is detected.
Shake-Free
(C850 only)
Landscape Used for the wide scenic views.
Backlight Captures the image of a backlit object by changing metering.
Night Scene Captures the subject while keeping the background night
Building Enhances the edges of the subject.
Kids Takes a still image of moving kids.
High ISO
Portrait
Reduces blur caused by camera vibration.
scenery.
Makes people stand out with the background out-of-focus even
in a dark environment. In this mode, a higher ISO value is used.
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Scene mode
Icon Mode Description
Food Higher saturation makes food more appetizing.
Text Enhances the black & white contrast.
Snow Used for the beach or snow scenes.
Fireworks Uses a slow shutter speed to capture exploding fireworks.
Sunset Enhances the red hue for capturing sunset images.
Voic e R EC Ca pt ur es audi o.
3.4.2 Using the menus
When a menu is displayed, the four-way control and are used to make the desired
settings.
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Press and then press [ ] / [ ] to select the capture menu.
3. Press [ ] / [ ] to select a menu item and then press [ ] or to launch the
submenu.
4. Press [ ] / [ ] to select an option and press to apply the setting.
5. Press to close the menu.
3.4.2.1 Capture menu list (still image)
Menu item Available settings
Resol ution
Quality
Meter ing
White Balance
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C1060: / / / / / /
C850: / / / / / /
(Super Fine) / (Fine) / (Normal)
(Center) / (Multi) / (Spot)
(Auto) / (Daylight) / (Cloudy) / (Tungsten) /
(Fluor_H) / (Fluor_L) / (Custom)
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Menu item Available settings
ISO
EV compensation
(Exposure)
Drive Mode
AEB Off / On
Highlight Off
Sharpness
Effect Normal / B&W / Sepia / Negative / Red / Green / Blue
Date Stamp Off / Date / Date & Time
S.S.F. (Stabilizer) Off / On
Face Tracking Off / On
Photo Frame Off / Choose one out of 10 frames
Digital Zoom Off / On
/ / / / / / /
(ISO 3200 is for images at 3 megapixels or lower.)
-2.0 EV ~ +2.0 EV
Off / (2 sec.) / (10 sec.) / (Double) / (Burst)
2
(highlighted in the rectangular area surrounded by the four
corners)
(highlighted in the portrait area)
(highlighted in the horizontal portrait area)
(Hard) / (Normal) / (Soft)
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3.4.2.2 Capture menu list (movie)
Menu item Available settings
Movie Size
Meter ing
White Balance
/ / /
/ / (see 3.4.2.1 “Capture menu list (still image)” on
page 11)
/ / / / / / (see 3.4.2.1 “Capture
menu list (still image)” on page 11)
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3.4.3 Setup menu
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the capture or playback mode.
2. Press , and then press the [ ] / [ ] to select the Setup menu.
3. Press [ ] / [ ] to select a menu item and then press [ ] or to launch the
submenu.
4. Press [ ] / [ ] to select an option and press to apply the setting.
5. Press to close the menu.
• Some options may require more steps than what is described here.
3.4.3.1 Setup menu list
Menu item Functions
Sounds [Shutter] Sets the shutter sound on and off.
[Start-up] Sets a type of the start-up sound.
[Beep] Sets the operation sound on and off.
[Volume] Adjusts the volume of the shutter sound, start-
Auto Review [Off] The captured image will not automatically
[1 sec.] The captured image will display for 1 second
[3 sec.] The captured image will display for 3 seconds
[5 sec.] The captured image will display for 5 seconds
Power Save [1 min.] For power conservation, the camera is turned
[3 min.]
[5 min.]
Date & Time Sets the date & time.
Language Select a language for display menus and other information.
File No. 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] Stores the latest used file number regardless of
[Reset] Resets file numbering each time the memory
up sound, beep and playback sound.
display after shooting.
after shooting.
after shooting.
after shooting.
off automatically for a period of time.
deleted files or a change of memory card. This
is useful for avoiding file name duplication
when images are downloaded to a computer.
card is changed.
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Menu item Functions
TV Out You can review images on a television with a supplied AV cable.
USB [Computer] Sets the USB mode to connect the camera with
Start-up Image Sets a captured image as the start-up image.
Format To erase all data stored in the memory card if you are using a card,
TV Out should be set to either NTSC or PAL depending on your
region.
[NTSC] America, Japan, Taiwan and others
[PAL] Europe, Oceania and others
TV Out should be set to either NTSC or PAL depending on
your region. For details about which system should be used, check
with your local authorities.
[Printer]
[Off] Does not use the start-up image.
[System] Uses the default start-up image
[My image] Uses a customized image stored in the camera
or all data stored in the internal memory if there is no card
inserted.
A “Busy...please wait” message displays while the memory card is
being formatted.
A “Completed” message displays when formatting is finished.
All data will be deleted, including protected files. Be sure to
download important files to your computer before formatting.
a printer or computer.
firmware.
To select a customized start-up image:
1. In the playback mode, move to one image
from the internal memory or an inserted
memory card.
2. Press . Under , select
image > Yes > .
3. Under , select
image (the camera has automatically
switched to this selection) > .
– The customized start-up image is stored
in the camera firmware. You can remove
it only by changing it to another
customized image or by resetting the
camera.
–As long as
skip Step 3 when changing to another
customized image.
Start-up image > My
My image is selected, you can
Start-up
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Menu item Functions
Battery Type To ensure the camera displays battery level correctly, set the type
Reset All Resets the entire menu and button operation settings to initial
to match the batteries used. Carbon-Zinc batteries are not
recommended.
[Alkaline] When using alkaline batteries.
[NiMH] When using NiMH batteries.
[Lithium] When using Lithium batteries.
[Oxyride] When using Oxyride batteries.
default.
The following settings do not change after Reset All:
Date & Time setting
Language setting
TV out setting
Battery Type
3.5 Capturing movie clips
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Movie mode.
2. Compose the subject on the monitor.
• Aim the focus area the subject.
• The LCD monitor displays the available capturing time.
3. Start capturing.
• Press the shutter button to start capturing.
• Use the zoom button to adjust the image size.
• The White Balance is set and locked to the settings of the first frame.
• Sound cannot be captured while pressing the zoom button.
• You can use optical zoom in movie capturing.
• With the internal memory or a slow-speed SD card, a video can be c aptured only a t 15 fps
(frames per second) (C850 only).
4. Finish capturing.
• Press the shutter again to end capturing.
• The camera will stop capturing automatically when the memory capacity has been
reached.
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3.6 Capturing audio clips
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the voice capture mode.
2. Press the shutter button to start capturing.
• Audio is captured from the microphone of the camera. Be careful to avoid touching
the microphone while capturing.
3. Press the shutter button again to end capturing.
• The camera will stop capturing automatically when the memory capacity has been
reached.
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3.7 Other capturing functions
3.7.1 Setting the quality
Compression Purpose
Super Fine Shoot higher quality images.
Fine Shoot normal quality images.
Normal Shoot for more images.
3.7.2 Setting the metering
There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera.
Icon Mode Description
Center Light is measured from the entire shooting screen, but gives more
Multi Selects an exposure based on readings from multiple points in the
Spot Selects an exposure based on a single reading taken from the center
3.7.3 Setting the white balance
Adjusts the white balance to match different light sources such as sunlight, incandescent
(tungsten) lighting, or fluorescent lighting.
Icon Mode Description
Auto Automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general photography.
importance to the values near the center.
subject area
of your picture.
Daylight Adjusts for bright sun conditions, or natural light conditions.
Cloudy Adjusts for cloudy days or twilight conditions.
Tungsten Adjusts for normal indoor lighting conditions. Corrects the orange
hue of household light bulbs. Ideal for indoor photos under
tungsten or halogen lighting without a flash.
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Icon Mode Description
Fluor_H
Fluor_L
Custom For more accurate adjustment or when the light source cannot be
Adjusts for fluorescent lighting. Corrects the green hue of
fluorescent lighting. Ideal for indoor photos under fluorescent
lighting without a flash.
– Fluor_H: Used for newer daylight fluorescent lighting
– Fluor_L: Used for traditional fluorescent lighting
specified. When this option is highlighted, press to enter the
Custom mode. Then, point the frame (as shown on the screen) at
something white (for example, white paper) as the reference white
color and press again to confirm the custom setting.
3.7.4 Setting the ISO
With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of
the subject.
• A higher ISO value increases the image noise. To take clean images, use an ISO value as
low as possible.
3.7.5 Setting the EV compensation
Sets the exposure value manually to compensate for unusual lighting conditions such as
indirect indoor lighting, dark backgrounds, and strong backlighting.
3.7.6 Setting the AEB
Sets the auto exposure bracketing (AEB) to shoot 3 continuous images, each with a different
exposure setting: correctly exposed, underexposed, and overexposed.
3.7.7 Setting the highlight
Makes the subject stand out from its surroundings. The subject will be in focus in three
different ranges: / / .
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3.7.8 Setting the sharpness
You can select whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines.
Icon Mode Descript ion
Hard The edges of the image are emphasized. The edges will become sharp, but
noise may occur in the captured image.
Normal The edges of the image are sharp. This is suitable for printing.
Soft The edges of the image are softened. This is suitable for editing images on
PC.
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3.7.9 Setting the photo effect
You can add special effects to your images in the capture or playback mode.
Icon Description
Normal No effect is added to the image. (capture mode only)
Remove
Red Eye
B&W Convert the image to black & white.
Sepia The captured image will be stored in a sepia tone.
Negative Colors become the opposite of what they were in the original image.
Mosaic Applies a mosaic tile effect to an image.
Red The image becomes reddish.
Green The image becomes greenish.
Blue The image becomes bluish.
Tries to reduce the red eye effect. (for a still image in the playback mode only)
3.7.10 Setting the date stamp
The Date Stamp function can be used to add a date to your pictures as you take them.
3.7.11 Setting S.S.F. (Stabilizer)
With more sensibility and faster shutter speed to brighten up the pictures, effectively
preventing blurred images caused by hand shaking or target movement, one can take good
pictures with little effort.
• S.S.F. (Stabilizer) is not available in the Fireworks / Movie / Voice REC scene modes.
3.7.12 Setting face tracking
1. Turn on [Face Tracking] from the menu in the capture mode.
2. Aim the lens at the subject(s). One or several white frames show on the screen focusing
on the subjects, depending on the number of subjects detected by the camera (C1060:
max. 8 faces; C850: max. 5 faces).
3. Press the shutter halfway to set automatic focus.
4. Wait until the frames turn green, and press the shutter down.
3.7.13 Setting photo frame
You can add 10 kinds of frames to still images, making them more interesting.
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3.7.14 Setting P/Av/Tv/M (PASM; for C1060 only)
Pressing the Av/Tv/M button toggles between the current scene mode (P), Aperture
priority (Av or A), Shutter priority (Tv or S), and Manual (M) when determining the
exposure value. For detailed explanations of Av, Tv, and M, see the next section.
3.7.15 Setting Av/Tv/M (for C850 program mode only)
Select the program mode, and then press the Av/Tv/M button to toggle between
Aperture priority, Shutter priority, and Manual when determining the exposure value.
• Aperture priority: You can choose an aperture value, while the shutter speed is
automatically determined by the lighting condition of the subject. Aperture priority is
often used when shooting static subjects or emphasizing the depth of field. In general,
use a smaller aperture if a greater depth of field is needed.
• Shutter priority: You can choose a shutter speed, while the aperture value is
automatically determined by the lighting condition of the subject. Shutter priority is
often used when shooting moving subjects. In general, use a shorter shutter speed to
catch a fast-moving object.
• Manual: You can set both the shutter speed and the aperture value.
3.7.16 Using Smile Catch
Smile Catch automatically captures the moment of a smile of your subject.
1. In the capture mode, press and select .
2. The camera is tracking the face of your subject (a white frame shows).
3. Press the shutter to activate smile tracking, and then release the shutter immediately. The
camera now is tracking the smile of your subject (a green frame shows).
4. Once a smile is detected, the camera instantly takes a picture.
5. The camera continues to detect smiles and takes more pictures (Step 4 is repeated). To
stop the smile tracking at anytime, press the shutter.
• The camera will also automatically stop smile tracking if your subject leaves your
composition area.
• Face tracking (one face only) is always on in the Smile Catch mode.
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3.8 Playback
3.8.1 Playing back images
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the playback mode.
• The most recently captured image appears on the LCD monitor.
• If there are no images stored, the message
2. Press the four-way control.
• [ ] displays the previous image.
• [ ] displays the next image.
• Holding down [ ] or [ ] scrolls images at high speed.
3.8.2 Playing back movie clips
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the playback mode.
2. Press [ ] or [ ] to select a movie clip that you want to playback.
3. Start playing back.
• Press [ ] to start playing the movie clip.
• Press to stop the movie clip, or press [ ] to pause it. Press [ ] again to
resume.
• During movie playing back, press [ ] to fast forward or press [ ] to rewind it.
• While pausing video playback, you can press the shutter to capture the video frame as a
still image in the VGA format.
3.8.3 Magnifying & trimming still images
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the playback mode.
2. Select an image.
• Press [ ] or [ ] to select the image that you want to magnify or trim.
• Only still images can be magnified and trimmed.
3. Magnify the image.
• Press to magnify the image, and the central portion of the image is displayed.
You can use the four-way control to view different parts of the magnified image.
• Press to zoom-out.
• Press to return to the normal size.
4. Trim the image.
• Press to set the image trimming.
5. Save the image.
• Press again to trim the selected image and save it as a new one.
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3.8.4 Viewing in thumbnail
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the
playback mode.
2. Press the zoom button . A thumbnail screen
is displayed.
3. Use the four-way control to select the desired
image, and press
image in full screen.
or to show the selected
3.8.5 Playing a slideshow
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the playback mode.
2. Enter the slideshow.
• Press and use [ ] / [ ] to select
3. Change the slideshow settings.
• Use the four-way control to set the slideshow interval, music, transition and repeat.
• You can set the interval between 1~10 seconds.
4. Play the slideshow.
• Press [ ] / [ ] to select
to play the slideshow.
• During the slideshow, press to pause the slideshow
and press again to resume.
• Press to return to Menu.
Start and press [ ] or
Slideshow and press [ ] or .
3.8.6 Deleting a single file or all files
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the playback mode.
2. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the image you want to delete.
3. Open the menu.
• Press , then use [ ] / [ ] to select the playback menu.
• Press [ ] / [ ] to select Delete and press [ ] or .
4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select
• To delete all images, select
[Yes] and press to delete the image.
5. Select
• To quickly delete the current display image:
1. Select the image you want to delete.
2. Press the Delete button to show a confirmation.
3. Press
• Protected images cannot be deleted with this function.
to delete the current display image.
[Single], and press [ ]or .
[All] and press [ ]or .
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3.8.7 Deleting multiple files
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen.
2. Open the menu.
• Press , then press [ ] or [ ] to select
3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select
• The selected image is displayed with an icon .
4. Select multiple images.
• Use the four-way control to select the image.
• Press to toggle on and off. Repeat this step until all images that you want to
delete are displayed with an icon .
5. Delete images.
• Press , then select
• To cancel delete, press in this step.
[Select], and then press .
[Yes] and press . All selected images will be deleted.
Delete .
3.8.8 Setting the DPOF for printing
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.
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the playback mode.
2. Open the menu.
• Press , then use [ ] / [ ] to select the playback menu.
• Press [ ] / [ ] to select DPOF and press [ ] or .
3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select
• To set the DPOF setting for all images, select
• To reset all DPOF settings to initial default, select
4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the image you want to print out, then press .
5. Set the number of copies.
• Press [ ] or [ ] to specify the number of copies.
• The number of copies can be set from 0 to 30.
• To cancel this image DPOF setting, set the number of copies to 0.
6. Print the date stamp out.
• Press [ ] and then press [ ] or [ ] to set or cancel the date stamp of the current
image.
• Repeat step 4~6 for other images.
[Single], then press .
[All].
[Reset].
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7. Press [ ] and then press to apply the setting or press to cancel.
8. After you complete all image settings, press to apply them.
3.8.9 Other playback functions
You can also protect (lock) images from being deleted, edit images, copy files, or enter setup
for more options. To do so, press in the playback mode, and select a function.
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4 PC Dependent Features
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4.1 Bundled software
The camera is supplied with the following software. To install the software, refer to the
information supplied with respective CDs.
ArcSoft
PhotoImpression 5
ArcSoft
VideoImpression 2
4.2 Transferring files to your computer
After using a USB cable to establish a connection between the camera and your computer, you
can use your computer to share captured images or recorded video clips with your family or
friends via e-mail or post them on the Web. Note that before you begin, you need to check
your system meets the following requirements.
CPU Pentium III 600 MHz processor or higher
Operating System Windows Me / 2000 / XP / Vista
RAM 64 MB
Hard Disk Space 128 MB hard disk space
Required Devices A CD-ROM drive
Display Color Monitor (800 x 600, 24-bit or higher recommended)
4.2.1 Step 1: Connect the digital camera to your computer
1. Connect the supplied USB cable to the computer USB port and turn on the camera.
2. The LCD screen turns off when the connection to the computer has been successfully
completed.
Combines photo editing with creative enhancement and sharing
tools that maximize your digital m edia experience.
Creates multimedia presentations by combining photos and video
clips with audio, text and scene transitions.
System Requirements (Windows)
An available USB port
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4.2.2 Step 2: Download images or video clips
When the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be
a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying
them from
Windo ws
Open the
images are inside these folder(s). Select the desired still images or video clips, and then
choose
from the
desired location.
• Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader (highly recommended).
• Video playback application is not included with the package. Make sure that video
Removable Disk to your computer hard drive.
Removable Disk and double-click on the DCIM folder to find more folders. Your
Copy from the Edit menu. Open the destination location (folder) and choose Paste
Edit menu. You may also drag and drop image files from the digital camera to a
playback application has been installed in your computer.
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5 Troubleshooting
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Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before shipping your camera for service. If
the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center.
Symptom Cause Solution
The camera cannot be
powered up.
The battery power is
draining quickly.
The battery or camera
is warm.
The flash does not
fire.
The flash does not
recharge.
Even though the flash
fired, the image is
dark.
The image is too
bright or too dark.
I cannot format a
memory card.
Colors of the images
taken are not shown
properly.
There is no battery or the battery is
not inserted correctly.
The battery has no power. Replace with new batteries.
The external temperature is
extremely low.
Many shots are being captured in
dark places, requiring a flash.
A rechargeable battery was used and
it was not fully charged.
The battery has not been used for an
extended period of time after being
charged.
The camera or flash was used
continuously over a long period of
time.
The camera flash is turned off. Set the flash to Auto Flash.
The light source is sufficient. —
The flash is not available in some
modes.
The distance to the subject is greater
than the flash’s effective range.
The exposure is excessive or
inadequate.
The memory card is writeprotected.
End of the memory card life. Insert a new memory card.
White Balance was not set properly
when the images were taken.
Insert the battery correctly.
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Fully charge the rechargeable battery
and discharge it for at least one
complete cycle before use.
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Get closer to the subject and shoot.
Reset exposure compensation.
Remove the write protection.
Select a suitable White Balance
setting before taking each picture.
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Symptom Cause Solution
I cannot download
images.
The camera does not
shoot even when the
shutter button is
pressed.
After connecting the
camera to a
computer, an error
message “Device not
ready” or “Camera
not ready” appears.
When connecting the
camera to a
computer, the
computer freezes.
A memory error
occurs.
A video clip becomes
15fps instead of 30fps.
After the flash is fired,
I have to wait for a
while before taking
the next picture.
The free space on the hard disk of
your computer is insufficient.
There is no power being supplied to
the camera.
The battery is running low. Recharge your batteries or replace
The camera is not in capture mode. Switch to capture mode.
The shutter button was not pressed
all the way down.
The internal memory or memory
card does not have any free space.
The flash is recharging. Wait until the flash mode icon on the
The camera does not recognize the
memory card.
The computer runs on Windows 98
or earlier.
The memory card inside the camera
may not be formatted.
The memory card may not be
formatted correctly.
When using the internal memory or
a slow-speed memory card, fps
might be reduced to 15.
It is natural for AA batteries to
spend some time in recharging to
the level enough for the next
picture.
Ensure that the hard disk has enough
space for running Windows and that
the drive for loading image files has
free space equal to or greater than the
memory card in the camera.
Recharge your batteries or replace
with new batteries if necessary.
with new batteries.
Press the shutter button all the way
down.
Load a new card or delete unwanted
files.
screen stops flashing.
Format the memory card before the
initial use or before using with
another camera.
Format the memory card to the
FAT16 format using a card reader in
Wind ows or using the ca mera.
Re-format the memory card to the
FAT16 format using a card reader in
Wind ows.
Avoid using the internal memory or
an outdated memory card to capture
videos.
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6 Specifications
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Image sensor C1060: 1/2.3-inch CCD; C850: 1/2.5-inch CCD
Effective pixels: C1060: 10.0 mega pixels; C850: 8.0 mega pixels
LCD display C1060/C850: 2.7" TFT LCD (230K pixels)
Digital zoom Still image: 1.0X ~ 12.0X (capture) / 1.0X ~ 5.0X (playback; 2.0X for a
Lens • f = 6.2 (W) ~ 18.6 (T) mm
Focus TTL Auto Focus
Focus range • Normal: 80 cm ~ infinity
Shutter speed 1/2000 ~ 1 sec. (Night mode: 4 sec.; Manual mode: 8 sec.)
Scene mode Program, Movie, Smile Catch, Shake-Free (C850 only), Landscape,
Flash Auto flash / Auto Anti Red-eye / Force on / Slow sync / Force off
Drive mode Standard, Self-timer (2 or 10 second delay), Double, and Burst
Exposure
compensation
ISO Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (ISO 3200 is for images at 3
White balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent L, and
File format • Still Image: JPEG (EXIF2.2 compatible), and DCF compatible -
Storage • Internal: C1060: about 21.7 MB (usable); C850: about 6 MB (usable)
Image play Single image, AVI play, Thumbnails, Slideshow
Interface • Digital output: USB 2.0 compatible
VGA i mage)
• F = 2.8 (W) ~ 5.2 (T)
• Macro: 15 cm ~ 100 cm (Wide)
Backlight, Night Scene, Building, Kids, High ISO Portrait, Food, Text,
Snow, Fireworks, Sunset, Voice REC
Range: 0.5 ~ 2.0 m
-2 to +2 EV (in 0.3-step increments)
megapixels or lower.)
Custom
C1060: Image size: 10 megapixels (3648 x 2736), 3:2 (3648 x 2432),
16:9 (3648 x 2048), 8 megapixels (3264 x 2448),
5 megapixels (2560 x 1920), 3 megapixels (2048 x 1536) and
VGA (640 x 480)
C850: 8 megapixels (3264 x 2448), 3:2 (3264 x 2176),
16:9 (3264 x 1840), 6 megapixels (2816 x 2112),
4 megapixels (2272 x 1704), 2 megapixels (1600 x 1200) and
VGA (640x 480)
Video: AVI - 16:9 (720 x 400), 640 (640 x 480), 320 (320 x 240),
160 (160 x 120) (30fps); continuous recording with sound
• External: SD/SDHC memory card compatible.
• Audio/Video output (NTSC/PAL)
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Power source 2 x AA batteries (Alkaline/NiMH/Lithium/Oxyride); about 140 pcs based
Wor k in g
temperature
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
Weight Approx. 136g (without battery & SD memory card)
System
requirements
* All information, designs, and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
on CIPA and accompanying alkaline batteries
0 - 40 degrees Celsius
93.4 x 62.2 x 25.9 mm
• Pentium III 600 Mhz or higher compatible CPU
• 64 MB RAM
• Optical disc drive
• Windows Me/2000/XP/Vista compatible
• 128 MB free hard disk space
• Availab le USB po rt
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7 Service Information
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Te c h n i c a l S u p p o r t
For further services, product information, user manual, and news releases, visit the following
web site:
http://www.BenQ.com
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