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DC P860 Digital Camera
User Manual
Welcome
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Copyright
Copyright 2007 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language,
in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise,
without the prior written permission of this company.
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 rev ise 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).
A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the above Directives has been made and is available
from BenQ Corp. upon request.
Statement of 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 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.
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Table of Con te nt s
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 ..................................................... 2
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 ................................................................. 5
3.1 Mode dial....................................................................... 5
3.2 LCD monitor information (camera 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 Using the flash...................................................... 8
3.3.5 Using the self-timer............................................... 8
3.3.6 Setting the Focus................................................... 9
3.3.7 EV/Backlight Adjustment and AE Lock..................... 9
3.3.8 Using the zoom function........................................ 9
3.3.9 Capture Mode ...................................................... 9
3.4 Menu options............................................................... 10
3.4.1 Camera menu .................................................... 10
3.4.2 Scene Mode Selection......................................... 11
3.4.3 Video mode ....................................................... 12
3.4.3.1 LCD monitor information (video mode).......... 12
3.4.3.2 Recording video clips .................................... 12
3.4.3.3 Video menu ................................................ 12
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3.4.4 Playback mode ................................................... 13
3.4.4.1 LCD monitor information (image playback)..... 13
3.4.4.2 LCD monitor information (video playback)...... 13
3.4.4.3 Playback mode - the basics............................. 13
3.4.4.4 Playback menu............................................. 15
3.4.5 Set-up mode ...................................................... 16
3.4.5.1 Set-up menu................................................ 16
4. PC Dependent Features...................................................... 18
4.1 Bundled software.......................................................... 18
4.2 Transferring files to your computer .............................. 18
4.2.1 Step 1: Connect the digital camera to your computer 19
4.2.2 Step 2: Download images or video clips .................. 19
4.3 PictBridge Mode .......................................................... 19
5. Troubleshooting ................................................................. 20
6. Specifications ...................................................................... 22
7. Service Information............................................................ 23
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1 TOURING YOUR CAMERA
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1.1 Checking the package contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items.
• Available accessories 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, adapter, charger, and battery) are
designed to work with this BenQ Digital Camera only. Do not use them with other
Digital Camera to avoid possible damage
1.2 Camera components
1.2.1 Front view
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1. Mode dial
2. Shutter button
3. Power button
4. Flash open button
5. Flash
6. Speaker
7. Lens
8. Microphone
9. Self-timer LED
1. User Manual
2. Digital camera
3. USB cable
4. AA Ni-MH batteries
5. Hand strap
6. Software CD-ROM
7. Pouch
8. AV cable
9. Battery charger
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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 forces the lens inwards since this action will damage the camera and void the
BenQ Warranty.
1.2.2 Rear view
1. Status LED
2. [ ] Zoom out button
[] Thumbnail button
[ ] Zoom in button
[] Thumbnail button
3. Menu Menu button
4. USB or AV OUT terminal
5. OK Set button
6. [ ] Arrow button (Up)
[ ] EV button / AE Lock
[] Backlight correction
7. [ ] Arrow button (Right)
[ ] Flash button
8. [ ] Arrow button (Down)
[] Self-timer button
9. [ ] Arrow button (Left)
[ ] Macro button
10. Strap eyelet
11. [ ] Delete button
12. [ ] Display button
[] Information button
13. Battery / SD memory card
cover
14. Tripod socket
15. LCD monitor
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Color State During photography During connection to a PC
Green On Ready for shot. System ready.
Red
On When the image is not in focus. -
Flashing Accessing files in progress.
Flash charging in progress.
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• 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 with the camera.
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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
inserting or 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 orientation 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.
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 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.
• Be sure to format the SD memory card with this camera
before 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, 2 GB and 4 GB 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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3 USING THE CAMERA
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3.1 Mode dial
You can select from eight shooting modes and set-up mode according to shooting conditions
to achieve the desired effect.
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No. Icon Mode Description
1[ A ] Auto The camera automatically sets the exposure, etc.
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[ Tv ]
[ Av ]
[ M ]
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Program
Shutter speed
priority
Aperture priority
Manual photography
Shake-Free
SCN
Movie
Playback
Mode
Set-up
In program mode, the shutter speed and aperture will be set automatically,
but other parameters may be set manually.
You may specify the shutter speed while the camera sets the corresponding
aperture value.
You may specify the aperture value while the camera sets the corresponding
shutter speed.
For full manual control over exposure, aperture and other settings.
Select this mode to reduce blur caused by camera vibration.
Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under 12 special conditions.
For recording video clips.
Performs image playback and deletion.
Specify your camera’s settings.
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3.2 LCD monitor information (camera mode)
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AE Lock
AE Lock
1. Mode indicator
2. Voice memo indicator
3. Flash mode
[] On Flash
[ ] Off Flash
[] Slow Sync
[ ] Auto Flash (Default)
[ ] Auto RedEye Flash
4. Focus setting
[] Auto
[] Macro
[] Super Macro
[] Infinity
[] Manual Focus
[] PF
5. Self-timer indicator
[ ] 10 Sec.
[ ] 2 Sec.
6. Capture mode
[] Single
[] Continuous
[] AEB
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[ ] 3264 x 1835
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[ ] 1600 x 1200
[ ] 640 x 480
8. Available number of shots
9. Zoom status
10. Main focus area
11. Aperture
12. Shutter speed
13. ISO
14. White balance
[] Auto (Default)
[ ] Incandescent
[] Fluorescent 1
[] Fluorescent 2
[] Day Light
[] Cloudy
[] Manual
15. Metering
[ ] Cen. Weight
[] Spot
16. EV
17. Histogram
18. AE Lock Indicator
19. Battery condition
[ ] Full battery power
[ ] Medium battery power
[ ] Low battery power
[] No battery power
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3.3 Getting started
3.3.1 Turning the power on / off
• Press the [ ] button until the digital camera turns on.
• To turn the power off, press the [ ] button again.
3.3.2 Choosing the screen language
When the camera is turned on for the first time, a language-selection screen will be displayed
on the LCD monitor. Follow the steps below to choose the desired language.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ] mode, and then press the [ ] button to turn on your
camera.
2. Press [ ] to enter the [ ] menu and use [ ] to select [Language] and press the OK
button.
3. Use [ ] / [ ] to select the language you want.
4. Press the OK button to confirm.
3.3.3 Setting the date and time
Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ] mode, and then press the [ ] button to turn on your
camera.
2. Press [ ] to enter the [ ] menu and press the OK button to set [Date & Time].
3. Use [ ] / [ ] to select Year, Month, Day and Time fields.
• To increase a value, press [ ].
• To decrease a value, press [ ].
• The time is displayed in 24-hour format.
4. Press the OK button after all fields are set.
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3.3.4 Using the flash
The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of
flash. You can capture an image using a flash mode suitable to your circumstances.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [A], [P], [Tv], [Av], or [M], and then press the [ ] button to
turn on your camera.
2. Toggle [ ] / [ ] until the desired flash mode appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
The camera has five flash modes: Auto Flash (default), Auto RedEye Flash, Slow Sync, Forced
Flash and No Flash. The table below will help you choose the appropriate flash mode.
Icon Flash mode Description
ON FLASH The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select
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OFF FLASH The flash will not fire. Select this mode in a place where flash use is prohib-
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SLOW SYNC The flash fires with a slow shutter speed.
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AUTO FLASH The flash fires automatically according to the photographic conditions.
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AUTO R ED-
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EYE FLASH
• The flash cannot be used in Video Mode, burst mode [Continuous] and [AEB].
• Press the flash open button to open the flash before using. Otherwise, the flash cannot
work.
this mode for capturing images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep
shadows.
ited, or when the distance to the subject is beyond the effective range of the
flash.
This mode is not available when the camera is set to [Tv], [Av], and [M]
modes.
This mode can reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you want to capture
natural-looking images of people and animals in low-light conditions.
3.3.5 Using the self-timer
The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you
should either mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat surface.
1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.
2. Rotate the mode dial to [A], [P], [Tv], [Av], [M] [ ] or [SCN], and then press the
[ ] button to turn on your camera.
3. Toggle [ ] / [ ] until the desired self-timer mode appears on the LCD monitor.
4. Compose your image and press the shutter button.
• The self-timer function is activated.
• The image is then captured after the preset time.
• To cancel the self-timer at any time, press the shutter button.
• If you wish to capture another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.
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3.3.6 Setting the Focus
You can select different focus modes according to your shooting requirements by toggling
[ ] / [ ]. The camera has six focus modes: Auto, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity, Manual
and PF .
3.3.7 EV/Backlight Adjustment and AE Lock
By toggling [ ] / [ ][ ], you can adjust the exposure value and backlight, as well as set
the AE Lock. The AE Lock function not only allows you to compose an image conveniently
but also ensures a correct exposure of the subject.
3.3.8 Using the zoom function
The camera is equipped with 6X optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom
photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical
zoom function, images appear closer by pressing the T button, or smaller away by pressing
the W button.
Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with 5X digital zoom by pressing the T button
continuously. It is activated after your camera reaches its maximum optical zoom factor (6X).
A useful feature as it is, however, the more the image is magnified, the grainer the image may
become.
To capture a zoomed image, perform the following steps.
1. Adjust the magnification ratio by using the T / W buttons.
• The digital zoom function can be disabled by setting [Digital Zoom] in [ ] menu
to [Off].
2. Compose your image and press the shutter button.
• The digital magnification can be adjusted smoothly from 1.0X to 5.0X.
3.3.9 Capture Mode
This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images.
*[ ] Single: Capture one image at a time.
*[ ] Continuous: Permits continuous photography of 3 images max.
*[ ] AEB: Permits 3 consecutive images in the order of standard exposure, underexposure
and overexposure compensation.
1. In the [ ] menu, use [ ] to select [Capture Mode] and press the OK button.
2. Use [ ] / [ ] to select the capture mode you want and press the OK button.
3. Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot
• In [Tv], [Av] and [M] modes, [Continuous] and [AEB] cannot be used.
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3.4 Menu options
3.4.1 Camera menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [A], [P], [Tv], [Av], [M] [ ] or [SCN], and then press the
[ ] button to turn on your camera.
2. Press MENU, and then use [ ] / [ ] to select [ ] or [ ] .
3. Use [ ] / [ ] to select the desired setting, and then press the OK button.
4. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
In [ ] menu:
Item Function Description
Size This option sets the size of the image that will be captured.
* 8M / 3 : 2 / 16 : 9 / 5M / 2M / VGA
Quality This option sets the quality (compression rate) of the image that will be captured.
Sharpness This sets the sharpness of the image that will be captured.
Saturation This sets the saturation of the image that will be captured.
White Balance This sets the white balance for a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be
Manual WB This manually sets the white balan ce and stores it. Use of this is convenient when the white
Metering This sets the metering method for determining the exposure.
In [ ] menu:
Capture Mode This sets the recording method of capturing images. Refer to section in this man-
* Fine / Standard / Economy
* Soft / Normal / Hard
* Low / Normal / High
Color This sets the color of the image that will be captured.
* Standard / Vivid / Sepia / Monochrome
captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.
* Auto / Incandescent / Fluorescent 1 / Fluorescent 2 / Day Light / Cloudy / Manual
balance does not offer a good match. Before selecting [Execute], determine the subject
(such as a white paper) that will be used to set the white balance.
* Cancel / Execute
ISO This sets the sensitivity for capturing images. When the sensitivity is raised (and the ISO
figure is increased), photography will become possible even in dark locations, but the
more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.
* Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800
* Cen. Weight / Spot
Item Function Description
ual titled “Capture Mode” for further details.
* Single / Continuous / AEB
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Voice Memo This sets whether or not to attach a voice memo for a still image.
Digital Zoom This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography.
Preview This sets whether or not to display the captured image on the screen immediately
Date Print The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function
* On / Off
– You can record a voice memo for up to 30 seconds after pressing the shut-
ter button.
– To stop the voice recording, press the shutter button again.
* On / Off
after the image is captured.
* On / Off
must be activated before the image is captured.
* On / Off
3.4.2 Scene Mode Selection
You can select the scene mode according to your shooting requirements.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [SCN], and then press the OK button. The scene mode selection
screen will appear.
2. Use [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] to select the desired scene mode and then press the OK
button to confirm the setting.
• Pressing [ ]/[ ] can display the descriptions of each secne mode.
There are 12 available scene modes:
Icon Scene mode Description
High ISO
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Portrait
Landscape Sets focus to infinity and reduces aperture to achieve max. dept h of view for
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Sport Uses a high shutter speed to capture objects in motion.
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Panorama Takes a series of shots and stitches them together for a wide-angle view or
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Night Captures night scenes and portraits clearly. Please use a tripod or keep the
[]
Fireworks Extends exposure time to capture fireworks trails. Please use a tripod or
[]
Candlelight Used for candl e light source. The flash is disabled to preserve the mood.
[]
Sunset Uses sunlight white balance to enhance photo quality at sunset.
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Sunrise Uses sunlight wh ite balance to enhance photo quality at sunrise.
[]
Snow Increases contrast to highlight the texture and layers of snow.
[]
Beach Increases contrast to highlight the texture and layers of sand.
[]
Plant Uses the macro mode to emphasize lines and saturation and thus highlight
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Zooms-in to emphasize natural skin tones while blurring the background.
outdoor secnes.
continuous scene.
camera steady.
keep the camera steady.
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3.4.3 Video mode
3.4.3.1 LCD monitor information (video mode)
1. Mode indicator
2. Focus setting
3. Self-timer indicator
4. Video resolution/video quality
5. Available recording time/elapsed time
6. Zoom status
7. Main focus area
8. Battery condition
3.4.3.2 Recording video clips
This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via the built-in microphone.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ] and then press the [ ] button to turn on your camera.
2. To start recording, press the shutter button.
3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
• When recording video clips, the flash cannot be used.
• While the image is being recorded into the SD card, do not open the battery/SD card cover,
nor remove the battery or SD card. Doing so might damage the SD card or destroy the
data.
3.4.3.3 Video menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ] and then press the [ ] button to turn on your camera.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Press [ ] / [ ] to select the desired setting, and then press the OK button.
4. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Item Function Description
Size This sets the size of the image that will be captured.
* VGA / Q -VGA
Quality This sets the quality (compression rate) of the image that will be captured.
* Fine / Standard
Color This sets the color of the image that will be captured.
* Standard / Vivid / Sepia / Monochrome
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3.4.4.1 LCD monitor information (image playback)
1. Playback mode
2. Recorded date and time
3. File number/total file number
4. Histogram
5. Metering
6. Flash mode
7. ISO
8. Exposure value
9. White balance
10. Image size/quality
11. Mode indicator
12. DPOF indicator
13. Protect indicator
14. Voice memo indicator
3.4.4.2 LCD monitor information (video playback)
1. Playback mode
2. Mode indicator
3. File number/total file number
4. Play indicator
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3.4.4.3 Playback mode - the basics
3.4.4.3.1 Viewing images
You can display the still images you have just captured.
1. Press the [ ] button to turn on your camera.
2. Rotate the mode dial to [ ].
• The last captured image appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Use [ ] / [ ] to select the desired images.
• To view the previous image, press the [ ] button.
• To view the next image, press the [ ] button.
• Press []/[] to toggle between different display modes of playback information.
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3.4.4.3.2 Magnifying images
While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This
magnification allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows
the current magnification ratio.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ].
2. Adjust the zoom ratio by using the Zoom [W] / [T]
button.
• To enlarge the selected image, press the [T] button.
• To return to the normal image, press the [W] button.
• The magnification factor is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
3. To view different portions of the images, press the [ ] /
[ ] / [ ] / [ ] button to adjust the display area.
• The range of magnification is from 1x to 8x in 0.5x increments.
3.4.4.3.3 Thumbnail display
This function allows you to view up to 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor
simultaneously so you may search for a particular image.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ].
2. Press the [W] / [ ] button once.
• The images are displayed in the thumbnail display.
• Images that have been selected with the [ ] / [ ] /
[ ] / [ ] buttons will be indicated by a green
frame.
• When there are ten or more images, scroll the screen
with the [ ] / [ ] buttons.
3. Use the [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] button to select the image to be displayed at regular size.
4. Press the OK button to display the selected image at its regular size.
As appropriate, the [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] icons will be displayed in a thumbnail display.
3.4.4.3.4 Rotating Images
While reviwing your images, you can rotate the displayed
image 90 degree clockwise or counterclockwise.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ].
• Press [ ] button to rotate the displayed image 90
degree counterclockwise.
[ ] button to rotate the displayed image 90
• Press
degree clockwise.
2. Press the OK button to save the rotated image.
The original image will be replaced by the rotated one.
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3.4.4.3.5 Deleting Images/Video Clips
Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips
stored on SD memory card or in the internal memory. Please
note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be
recovered. Exercise caution before deleting a file.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ].
2. Press [ ] button to display the delete screen.
[ ] / [ ] to select the desired option and press the
3. Use
OK button.
• [Single]: Delete the displayed image/video clip.
• [All]: Delete all stored images/video clips.
• [Slect]: Select the image/video clip from the thumbnail display and then delete it.
4. Select [Execute] with
• Select [Cancel] and press the OK button to cancel deletion and return to the image
playback.
[ ] / [ ] and then press the
OK button.
3.4.4.4 Playback menu
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ].
2. Press the MENU button, and then use [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] to select the desired
setting and press the OK button.
3. To exit from the Playback menu, press the MENU button.
Playback 1:
Slide Show The slide show function allows you to play your images back automatically in sequential
Protect This option se ts the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
Copy To Card This option allows you to copy your files from the digital camera’s internal memory to a
Function Description
Item
order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing captured images and for
presentations. You can select the slide show display interval.
* 3 sec. / 5 sec. / 10 sec.
– Video clips display only the first frame and are not played back.
– To stop the slide show, press the OK button.
DPOF This option allows you to select the desired images to be printed and set the number of
prints and date displayed in DPOF format. You can print images easily just by inserting
the memory card to a DPOF compliant printer or in a print shop.
Resize This option allows you to change the size of a captured image to an available smaller size.
However, the following images cannot be resized:
– Image size 3:2, 16:9 and VGA
– Image captured with other camera
– Protected images
– Video clips
– Images cannot be resized when the SD card is write-protected.
– Images cannot be resized to 3:2 or 16:9.
memory card. This a ction can be performed only when you have a memory card installed
and some files in the internal m emory.
* Cancel / Execute
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Quality
Change
This option allows you to change the quality (compression rate) of a recorded image.
Only quality changing to a lower quality level is available
* Standard/Economy
3.4.5 Set-up mode
3.4.5.1 Set-up menu
This feature allows you to set the default settings by preference for using your camera.
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ] mode, and then press the [ ] button to turn on your
camera.
2. Press [ ] / [ ] to select the [ ]/[ ] menu.
3. Use [ ] / [ ] to select the desired option item, and then press the OK button.
4. To exit from the set-up menu, rotate the mode dial to other desired mode.
In [ ] menu:
Item Function Description
Card Info. This option displays the size and the remaining memory of the SD memory card loaded
Fr. No. Reset This creates a new folder on your memory card. From this point forward, newly captured
Format This option erases al l images and reformats the SD memory card loaded in your camera.
Auto Off If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the camera power will be auto-
LCD Bright. This option sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. The adjustment range is from -5 to
in the camera.
images are stored in the newly created folder starting with image number 0001.
* Cancel / Execute
Protected images are also erased. The SD memory card cannot be formatted if it is writeprotected.
* Cancel / Execute
Beep This option sets whether the camera sound will be muted every time when you press the
camera buttons.
* On / Off
matically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery wear.
* 3 Min./ 5 Min./ 10 Min. / Off
USB This option allows you to choose one of the following modes for further settings.
* PC / PictBridge
+5.
In [] menu:
Item Function Description
Date/Time This option sets the date and time. Refer to 3.3.3 “Setting the date and time” for further
Sys. Reset This option returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. The time set-
details.
ting will not be reset.
* Cancel / Execute
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Language This option sets the language that is displayed on the LCD monitor. Refer to 3.3.2 “Choos-
Video Output This option sets the video output system of the video equipment that you are going to
System Info.
ing the screen language” for further details.
connect to the camera.
* PAL / NTSC
This option displays the current firmware version of the camera.
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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
Combine l'édition de photos avec des outils d'amélioration créative
et de partage d'outils qui maximise votre expérience média
numérique.
Crée des présentations multimédia en combinant des photos et des
clips vidéo avec de l'audio, du texte et des transitions entre les
scènes.
4.2 Transferring files to your computer
After using USB cable to establish a USB 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 according to the table as shown below.
System Requirements (Windows)
CPU Pentium III 600 MHz or higher
Operating System Windows 2000 / ME / XP / Vista
RAM 64 MB
Hard Disk Space 128 MB hard disk space
Require d Devices
A CD-ROM drive
An available USB port
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4.2.1 Step 1: Connect the digital camera to your computer
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ], and then press the [ ]
button to turn on your camera.
2. In the [ ] menu, select [USB] with the / and
then press the OK button.
3. Select [PC] with the / and then press the OK
button.
4. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.
5. There will be a new “Removable Disk” icon detected in “My Computer”, which contains
your captured images or recorded video clips.
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 the “Removable Disk” to your computer hard drive.
Windo ws
Open the “Removable Disk” and double-click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more
folders. Your images are inside these folder(s). Select the desired still images or video clips,
and then choose “Copy” from the “Edit” menu. Open the destination location (folder) and
choose “Paste” from the “Edit” menu. You may also drag and drop image files from the
digital camera to a 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 play-
back application has been installed in your computer.
4.3 PictBridge Mode
Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that
supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor
screen and controls. PictBridge support also enables you to specify which images you want to
print and how many copies of each should be printed.
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To connect the camera to the printer:
1. Rotate the mode dial to [ ], and then press the [ ] button to turn on your camera.
2. In the [ ] menu, select [USB] with / and then press the OK button.
3. Select [PictBridge] with / and then press the OK button.
4. Connect your camera and the printer via a supplied USB cable.
The screen turns off automatically and the setting screen will appear on the monitor after
seconds of time.
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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 camera flash is turned off. Set the flash to Auto Flash.
Even though the flash
fired, the image is
dark.
The image is too
bright or too dark.
I cannot format a
memory card.
I cannot download
images.
There is no battery or the battery is
not inserted correctly.
The battery has no power. Recharge the battery.
The external temperature is
extremely low.
Many shots are being captured in
dark places, requiring a flash.
The battery 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 light source is sufficient.
The distance to the subject is greater
than the flash’s effective range.
The exposure is excessive or inadequate.
The memory card is write-protected.
End of the memory card life. Insert a new memory card.
The free space on the hard disk of
your computer is insufficient.
There is no power being supplied to
the camera.
Insert the battery correctly.
Fully charge the battery and discharge it for at least one complete
cycle before use.
Get closer to the subject and shoot.
Reset exposure compensation.
Remove the write protection.
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.
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Symptom Cause Solution
The camera does not
shoot even when
pressing the shutter
button.
I cannot print images
with PictBridge compliant printers.
A “File Full” message
appears and the camera connot shoot.
The battery is running low. Recharge the battery.
The camera is not in Shooting
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, indi-
The camera does not recognize the
memory card.
The camera is connected to the
printer when the camera is powered
off.
Number of files and/or folders may
have exceeded the system limit.
Switch to Shooting Mode.
Press the shutter button all the way
down.
Load a new card or delete unwanted
files.
cated on the screen, stops flashing.
Format the memory card before the
initial use or before using with
another camera.
Please turn on the camera, select
[PictBridge] and then connect to the
printer.
Back up existing data, and then
remove some or all of these files and
folders. When you start shooting
later, the system will automatically
create folders.
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6 SPECIFICATIONS
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Item Description
Image sensor CCD
Effective pixels 8.0 Mega pixels
Image / Video
size
Recording
media
Zoom Optical: 6X
Lens F-no.: Wide: 2.8 / Tele: 4.8
LCD monitor 2.5" TFT color LCD (153.6K pixels display)
Self-timer 10 sec delay, 2 sec delay
Exposure
compensation
White balance Auto, Incandescent, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Day Light,
ISO Auto/100/200/400/800
Interface USB 2.0 connector, A / V terminal
Power 2 x AA batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH)
Dimensions Approx. 99.8 x 65 x 27.5 mm (42.5mm with lens ring)
Weight Approx. 182g (without batteries and the SD memory card)
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Still image (JPEG): 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2175, 3264 x 1835, 2560 x
1920, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
Video clip: 640 x 480, 320 x 240
18 MB internal memory
SD memory card
Digital: 5X
Focal length: 7.8 mm - 46.8 mm (equivalent to 37 mm - 222 mm
on a 35 mm camera)
-2.0EV~ +2.0EV (in 0.3EV increments)
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7 SERVICE INFORMATION
Te c h n ic a l Su pp o r t
For free driver updates, product information and news releases, visit the following web site:
http://www.BenQ.com
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