Benq DC E720 User Manual

DC E720

Digital Camera User Manual

Welcome

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Disclaimer

BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of this company to notify any person of such revision or changes.

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 – High and 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 and / or video clips.

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 (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC).

Table of Contents

1. Touring Your Camera.............................................................. 1

1.1 Checking the package contents............................................. 1

1.2 Camera components .......................................................... 1

1.2.1 Front view ........................................................... 1

1.2.2 Rear view............................................................. 2

1.2.3 LED indicators ..................................................... 3

2. Preparing Your Camera for Use ............................................... 4

2.1 Installing the Battery .......................................................... 4

2.2 Charging the Battery .......................................................... 5

2.3 Inserting and removing an SD memory card........................... 5

3. Using the Camera.................................................................... 7

3.1 Navigator ......................................................................... 7

3.2 LCD monitor information (REC mode) ................................ 7

3.3 Getting started................................................................... 8

3.3.1 Turning the power on / off ..................................... 8

3.3.2 Choosing the screen language ................................. 8

3.3.3 Setting the date and time ........................................ 8

3.3.4 Snapshot mode..................................................... 8

3.3.4.1 Getting started with capturing images ................ 8

3.3.5 Using the flash...................................................... 9

3.3.6 Using the self-timer and burst ................................. 9

3.3.7 Using the zoom function...................................... 10

3.4 Menu options.................................................................. 10

3.4.1 Changing the mode............................................. 10

3.4.1.1 Switching between REC mode and PLAY mode.10

3.4.1.2 Selecting the Scene mode ............................... 11

3.4.2 Using the menus................................................. 12

3.4.2.1 REC menu list (still image) ............................ 12

3.4.2.2 REC menu list (movie).................................. 13

3.4.3 Setup menu ....................................................... 13

3.4.3.1 Setup menu list ............................................ 13

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3.5 Recording movie clips ...................................................... 14

3.6 Recording audio clips ....................................................... 15

3.7 Other recording functions ................................................. 15

3.7.1 Setting the quality ............................................... 15

3.7.2 Setting the metering ............................................ 15

3.7.3 Setting the white balance ...................................... 16

3.7.4 Setting the ISO ................................................... 16

3.7.5 Setting the Exposure............................................ 16

3.7.6 Setting the AEB .................................................. 16

3.7.7 Setting the highlight ............................................ 17

3.7.8 Setting the sharpness ........................................... 17

3.7.9 Setting the photo effect ........................................ 17

3.7.10 Setting the date stamp.......................................... 17

3.7.11 Setting AF lamp.................................................. 17

3.8 Playback......................................................................... 18

3.8.1 Playing back images............................................. 18

3.8.2 Playing back movie clips ...................................... 18

3.8.3 Magnifying & trimming still images ....................... 18

3.8.4 Viewing in thumbnail .......................................... 19

3.8.5 Playing a slide show............................................. 19

3.8.6 Deleting a single file or all files .............................. 19

3.8.7 Setting the DPOF for printing ............................... 20

3.8.8 Other playback functions ..................................... 20

4. PC Dependent Features ......................................................... 21

4.1 Bundled software ............................................................. 21

4.2 Transferring files to your computer..................................... 21

4.2.1 Step 1: Connect the digital camera to your computer 22

4.2.2 Step 2: Download images or video clips .................. 22

5. Troubleshooting .................................................................... 23

6. Specifications ........................................................................ 25

7. Service Information ............................................................... 26

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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.

1. User Manual

2. Digital camera

3. USB cable

4. Lithium-ion battery

5. Hand strap

6. Software CD-ROM

7. Battery charger

8. AC power adapter

9. Pouch

10. AV cable

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.

1.2 Camera components

1.2.1 Front view

1. Shutter button

2. Power button

3. Self-timer LED/AF lamp

4. Built-in flash

5. Lens/Lens cover

6. Microphone

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1.2.2 Rear view

1. LCD monitor

2. Status LED

3. W Zoom-out or thumbnail

4. T Zoom-in

5. PLAY mode

6. Menu

7. Navigator -- four-way control and OK

8. MODE button

9. Delete button

10. Speaker

11. Tripod mount

12. Battery/SD memory card cover

13. Strap eyelet

14. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal

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1.2.3 LED indicators

Indicator State Description

No light The digital camera is powering off.

Solid green The digital camera is ready to capture images or record

Status LED

Self-timer LED Blinking red The self-timer function is activated.

• The LCD on the digital camera is manufactured with sophisticated technology; however, the 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 with the camera.

• When the camera is in the power-saving mode, the LCD monitor goes blank. You can press any button to resume operation.

Blinking green

Blinking red The camera/flash is charging, or the USB

video clips.

The digital camera is powering on, cannot focus, or is in the power-saving mode.

communication/transfer is in progress.

It is normal for the camera to become warm during operation, because metal camera casing can conduct heat.

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2 Preparing Your Camera for Use

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2.1 Installing the Battery

We highly recommend that you use only the specified rechargeable lithium-ion battery for your camera. Make sure that the power of the camera is off before inserting or removing the battery.

To insert the battery:

1. Open the battery/SD memory card cover (A).

2. Insert the battery in the correct direction shown (B).

3. Push the battery all the way down, until the battery lock lever clicks into place (C).

4. C lose the battery/SD memory card cover (D).

To remove the battery:

1. Open the battery/SD memory card cover.

2. Release the battery lock lever.

3. When the battery has come out a little, gently pull it out the rest of the way.

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2.2 Charging the Battery

The battery charge status affects the performance of the camera. To maximize the performance and life of the battery, it is recommended that you fully charge the battery using the specified charger set (charger and AC power adapter), and then fully discharge it through the normal use at least one time. Make sure that the power of the camera is off before inserting the battery.

1. Insert the battery into the charger as shown in the illustration.

2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the charger.

3. Connect the other end of the AC power adapter to a wall outlet.

4. When the battery is being charged, the charger LED indicator lights up in red. When the battery is fully charged, it turns into green. The length of the charging time depends on the ambient temperature and the status of the battery.

• The camera must be used with the specified charger set. Damage caused by the use of an

incorrect charger set is not covered under the warranty. Always make sure that the camera is off before removing the battery.

• The battery may be warm after being charged or used. This is normal and not a

malfunction.

• When using the camera in cold environments, keep the camera and its battery warm by

holding it inside your jacket or other warm protective environment.

2.3 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 orientation 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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