Benq GH800, GH888 User Manual
GH800 / GH888
Digital Camera
User Manual
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Do not hold the camera by excessive
force. Plus, be sure to protect the
camera from strong impacts.
To avoid accidental falling, please attach
the neck strap to the camera and always
put the camera around your neck.
If the batteries suddenly depleted and
caused the lens fail to retract, please
carefully protect the lens to avoid
collision and insert batteries with full
power ASAP..
When the camera is not in use, always
turn the power off. Plus, before storing
the camera in its case, make sure the lens
has retracted successfully and you put the
lens cover back. If you do not intend to
use the camera for a long time, please
remove the batteries from the camera and
store the batteries carefully.
Keep your camera away from sharp
objects and avoid collision.
When the camera is not in use, please
place it in the pouch and a steady place.
Plus, always keep your camera away from
pressure to avoid possible damage.
Table of Contents
Touring the camera .............................................................................................8
Checking the package contents ...............................................................................8
Camera ..........................................................................................................................9
Front view .............................................................................................................................. 9
Back view ............................................................................................................................... 9
Top view ...............................................................................................................................10
Bottom view ........................................................................................................................ 11
Right view .............................................................................................................................11
Left view ............................................................................................................................... 12
LED Indicator light ............................................................................................................. 13
4-way control and OK button ...............................................................................14
Preparing the camera for use ........................................................................ 15
Attaching the strap ...................................................................................................15
Installing the battery .................................................................................................16
Charging the battery ................................................................................................17
Installing an SD card .................................................................................................18
Using the LCD display .............................................................................................19
Turning the Power On and Off .............................................................................20
Switching the LCD Monitor to Viewfinder .........................................................20
Opening the Flash .....................................................................................................20
Initial setting ....................................................................................................... 21
Setting language .........................................................................................................21
Setting date and time ...............................................................................................21
Operating the camera ...................................................................................... 22
Capture mode ................................................................................................... 24
Flash mode ..................................................................................................................26
Using the Self-timer ..................................................................................................27
Focus mode ................................................................................................................27
Using the AE/AF Lock (AE-L/AF-L) button .........................................................28
Using the Jog Dial ......................................................................................................28
Mode Dial ...................................................................................................................29
Using Smart Scene mode .................................................................................................. 30
Setting the Scene mode .................................................................................................... 30
Using Panorama mode ..............................................................................................32
Love Portrait ............................................................................................................... 34
Using Handheld Night Shot ............................................................................................. 34
Using Night Portrait mode ..............................................................................................35
Using Continuous Shooting mode ................................................................................. 35
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Using HDR mode ............................................................................................................... 36
Using Manual Exposure mode ......................................................................................... 36
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Using Aperture Priority mode ........................................................................................ 37
Using Shutter Priority mode ........................................................................................... 37
Recording Videos ..................................................................................................... 38
Using PIV function ..............................................................................................................38
Using the Capture Menu ........................................................................................ 39
Photo size ............................................................................................................................ 39
Quality ..................................................................................................................................40
Refine Image ........................................................................................................................40
White Balance .....................................................................................................................40
ISO .........................................................................................................................................41
Metering ............................................................................................................................... 42
AF Area ................................................................................................................................ 42
AF Lamp ............................................................................................................................... 43
AE-L / AF-L .......................................................................................................................... 43
Digital Zoom .......................................................................................................................44
Date Stamp .......................................................................................................................... 44
Auto Review ........................................................................................................................44
Stabilizer ...............................................................................................................................44
Motion Detection ..............................................................................................................45
Using the Movie Menu ............................................................................................ 45
Movie Mode .........................................................................................................................45
Wind Cut ............................................................................................................................. 47
Continuous AF ....................................................................................................................47
Battery status ............................................................................................................ 47
Other settings ................................................................................................... 48
Playback mode ................................................................................................... 51
Options for playback and editing .......................................................................... 52
Enlarging an image ..............................................................................................................52
Trimming .............................................................................................................................. 52
Rotating an image ...............................................................................................................52
Viewing multiple files at a time ....................................................................................... 53
Playing back video clips .....................................................................................................53
Using Movie Edit .................................................................................................................54
Adjusting the playback volume ........................................................................................ 55
Deleting files ........................................................................................................................ 55
Slideshow ............................................................................................................................. 56
Protecting files .................................................................................................................... 57
Voice memo ........................................................................................................................ 58
Filter Effects ......................................................................................................................... 59
Resizing .................................................................................................................................59
DPOF ....................................................................................................................................60
Copy ......................................................................................................................................61
Movie Paste ..........................................................................................................................62
Making connection ........................................................................................... 63
Bundled software ......................................................................................................63
Connecting the camera to a computer ...............................................................63
Connecting the camera to a TV ............................................................................64
Printing images ...........................................................................................................65
Printing with PictBridge .................................................................................................... 65
Troubleshooting and service information ................................................... 68
Technical support .....................................................................................................70
Specifications ...................................................................................................... 71
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8 Touring the camera
Quick Guide
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To u r in g t he ca me ra
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Checking the package contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items.
1. Quick Guide
2. Digital camera
3. USB cable
4. Li-Ion battery
5. Neck strap
6. Software & User Manual CD
7. Pouch (optional)
8. Lens cover
9. Lens strap
10.USB adapter (The type of plug may vary depending on the country or region)
• 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 items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer.
• Save the packaging for future shipment or storage.
Camera
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Front view
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1. AF Assist Lamp / Self-timer LED indicator
2. Speaker
3. Lens
Back view
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4. LCD display
5. EVF/LCD button
6. Dioptric Correction knob
7. Viewfinder
8. Movie Record button
9. Jog Dial
10.AE/AF Lock button
10 Touring the camera
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11.Menu button
12.OK button / 4-way navigation control
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13.Delete button
14.Playback button
To p v i e w
15.Zoom lever
16.Shutter button
17.Power button
18.LED indicator light
19.Mode dial
20.Microphone
Bottom view
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21.Battery/card cover
22.Tripod mount
Right view
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23.Strap eyelet
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Left view
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24.Side Zoom lever
25.Flash button
26.Speaker
27.USB/AV/HDMI Out
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Touring the camera 13
LED Indicator light
Indicator State Description
Status LED No light The digital camera is on or off.
Solid green (for
2~3 seconds)
Status LED Blinking green • The digital camera is in the power-saving
Self-timer LED Blinking red The self-timer function is activated.
• It is normal for the camera to become warm during operation, because the
camera casing might 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.
• The LCD monitor looks darker in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a
malfunction.
• To prevent your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter, always hold
the camera steady. This is especially important when you are shooting under low
lighting conditions, under which your camera may reduce the shutter speed to
ensure your images are properly exposed.
The digital camera is powering up.
mode.
• The flash is charging.
• The USB communication/transfer is in
progress.
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14 Touring the camera
OK
OK
4-way control and OK button
You can choose camera settings by pressing the 4-way control or .
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1.
EV/Rotate/Up:
• Changes EV settings.
• Pauses/Starts video playback.
• Rotates an image clockwise by 90 degrees.
• Navigates through the menu and submenu selections.
Left/Focus:
2.
• Scrolls through focus options.
• Views the previous image or video clip.
• Rewinds video playback.
• Exits a submenu or navigates through menu selections.
Self-timer/Down:
3.
• Scrolls through self-timer options.
• Plays/Stops video playback.
• Navigates through menu and submenu selections.
Right/Flash:
4.
• Scrolls through flash mode options.
• Views the next image or video file.
• Forwards video playback.
• Enters a submenu or navigates through menu selections.
5. :
• Confirms a chosen setting.
• Starts video playback.
Preparing the camera for use 15
Make sure the camera strap is attached at two places.
Preparing the camera for use
This section will guide you on how to prepare the camera before its initial use.
Attaching the strap
1. Make sure the lens cover and the strap are well combined.
2. Attach the lens cover to the strap as the illustration.
3. Follow the steps below to attach the strap to the camera.
• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Refrain children from playing
with the strap.
• Remove the lens cover before using the camera.
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16 Preparing the camera for use
Installing the battery
Use only the specified battery for the camera, and always turn off the camera
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before removing the battery.
To install the battery:
1. Unlock and open the battery/card cover.
2. Fully insert the battery in the correct direction by matching the polarity label
on the battery slot.
3. Close and lock the battery/card cover.
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• Turn off the camera before removing the battery.
• Use only the specified battery type. Using other battery type may damage the
camera and invalidate the warranty.
• Ensure that the battery is inserted into the product with correct polarity.
Incorrect polarity may damage the camera or cause fire.
• Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going to
store the camera for a long time.
• The battery may be warm after being used. This is normal and not a malfunction.
• When using the camera in a cold environment, keep the camera and its battery
warm by holding it inside your jacket or another warm protective environment.
Charging the battery
You must charge the battery before using the camera for the first time.
1. Open the USB/AV/HDMI port cover.
2. Connect the end of the smaller plug of the USB cable to the camera.
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3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB adapter.
4. Plug the USB adapter to a wall outlet to start charging.
• Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
• You can also charge the battery via PC.
• Only use the supplied 5W adapter.
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OK
OK
Installing an SD card
The camera comes with internal memory for storing captured images, video
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clips, or audio files. You can also add an SD card to store more files.
To install an SD card:
1. Unlock and open the battery/card cover.
2. Insert an SD card in the correct direction.
3. Close and lock the battery/card cover.
To remove an SD card:
1. Unlock and open the battery/card cover.
2. Lightly press the edge of the memory card to eject.
3. Close and lock the battery/card cover.
Before initial use of an SD card, please format the card first by pressing >
>
Format > / > Yes > .
Preparing the camera for use 19
Position A
Hinge angle: 0°;
Display angle: 0°
Position B
Hinge angle: 45°;
Display angle: 135°
Position C
Hinge angle: 80°;
Display angle: 135°
Using the LCD display
For high- or low-angle photography, pull the LCD display hinge outwards up to
80° and flip the LCD display up at the appropriate angle. You can adjust the
display to a maximum of 135° upward.
• The monitor can be adjusted at various angles, but it can be firmly fixed at the
positions as shown in the below illustration:
To avoid damage to the display hinge or LCD display, do not twist the display more
than the angle allowed or place excessive force on the hinge or display.
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20 Preparing the camera for use
Turning the Power On and Off
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Before turning on the camera, be sure to remove the lens cover. Otherwise, the lens
will not be extended and the camera will beep for a few times.
There are two ways to turn on the camera:
• Press the
The camera is turned on in
• Press and hold .
The camera is turned on in
Power (ON/OFF) button.
Record mode.
Playback mode, and the lens is not extended.
Switching the LCD Monitor to Viewfinder
There are two ways to view the preview display: LCD monitor or electronic
viewfinder. By default, the camera uses the LCD monitor to view the preview
display.
To switch to the viewfinder:
When using the LCD monitor, press the EVF/LCD button to switch the display
view to electronic viewfinder. Then use the Dioptric Correction knob to adjust
the focus of the viewfinder.
Opening the Flash
You need to manually open the flash before switching the flash mode.
To o p e n t h e f l a s h :
Press the Flash button to open it.
Do not use your hands to forcibly lift open the flash.
To close the flash:
Push down the flash to close it.
When the flash is closed, flash mode is automatically set to flash off.
Initial setting 21
OK
OK
OK
OK
Initial setting
You will be prompted to set up the language and the date and time when the
camera is turned on for the first time.
Setting language
Selects the language version shown on the screen.
To select a language:
1. Press > . (Step 1 is needed only after the initial setting is
complete.)
2. Press or to locate
3. Press , , , or to locate the language you want.
4. Press to set the language.
Setting date and time
When using the camera for the first time or when the battery has been removed
from the camera for a long time, you need to set the date and time. The date
and time is recorded when a video or image is captured.
To set date and time:
1. Press > . (Step 1 is needed only after the initial setting is
complete.)
2. Press or to locate
Language, and then press or .
Date & Time, and then press or .
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3. Press or to select date, time and date format. Press or to
move to another column as needed.
4. Press to set the date and time.
22 Operating the camera
Operating the camera
The procedure below is a general guideline for basic operation. It is particularly
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useful if you are new to the camera.
1. Press the
Be sure that you have removed the lens cover before turning on the camera.
2. Set the mode dial to or other desired shooting mode.
• You can use either the LCD monitor or viewfinder to view the preview
display. Press
monitor and viewfinder.
3. If you need to use the flash for shooting, open the flash.
4. Use the
• You can also use the side
See "Side Zoom lever" on page 12.
5. Press the shutter halfway to set automatic focus.
• Once the focus is set, the focus frame color will turn from red (unfocused)
to green (focused). If the focus frame color is red and you press the shutter
down, it might result in a blurred photo.
6. Press the shutter down fully to capture the image.
7. To switch to
starts.
• While recording, use the
Press again to stop video recording.
8. To switch to
captured images or recorded videos.
• You can press or to view other images/videos, slide the
to to zoom-in on a captured image, or slide the
to view 9-thumbnail images on the screen.
Power button to turn the power on.
EVF/LCD button to switch the display view between LCD
Zoom lever to zoom-in/zoom-out on the subject.
Zoom lever to zoom-in/zoom-out on the subject.
Movie mode, press . The video recording automatically
Playback mode, press . In Playback mode, you can view
Zoom lever to zoom-in/zoom-out on the subject.
Zoom lever to
Zoom lever
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