Benq S40 User Manual
DC S40 Digital Camera
User’s Manual
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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 humidity and dusty places
– Next to the air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
– In a closed car that is directly under the sun
– Unstable locations
• If your camera becomes wet, wipe it with dry cloth as soon as possible.
• Salt or seawater may cause severe camera damage.
• Do not use organic solvents, such as alcohol, etc., to clean your camera.
• If the lens or viewfinder is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to clean the lens. Do not
touch the lens with your fingers.
• To prevent electrical 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 disconnect the batteries and the transformer. 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 image data.
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1. Touring your DC S40...........................................1
1.1 Checking the Package Contents ...........................1
1.2 DC S40 Components ........................................... 2
1.2.1 Front View .......................................................... 2
1.2.2 Rear View ............................................................ 2
1.2.3 Bottom View........................................................ 2
1.2.4 Button Functions.................................................. 3
1.2.5 Mode Dial ........................................................... 4
1.2.6 Viewfinder LED Indicator ......................................4
1.2.7 Rotating the LCD Panel .........................................4
2. Preparing Your DC S40 for Use........................ 5
2.1 Inserting the Battery.............................................. 5
2.2 Using an AC Power Adapter................................. 6
2.3 Charging the Battery ............................................. 6
2.4 Loading an SD Memory Card .............................. 7
2.5 Attaching the Strap................................................ 8
3. Using the DC S40 ..................................................9
3.1 Capture Mode ....................................................... 9
3.1.1 Composing Pictures ..............................................9
3.1.2 About the LCD Monitor Icons ................................ 9
3.1.3 Using the LCD Monitor in Manual Mode................. 10
3.1.4 LCD Monitor Display (Capture Mode) ....................10
3.1.5 Using the Optical Zoom................................................. 11
3.1.6 Using the Digital Zoom.................................................. 11
3.1.7 Using the Flash ............................................................... 12
3.1.8 Changing the Focus ........................................................ 13
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3.1.9 Capture Mode Setup ...................................................... 14
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3.1.9.1 Navigating in the Capture Setting Menus ...................14
3.1.9.2 Capture Mode ....................................................14
3.1.9.3 Resolution .........................................................15
3.1.9.4 Quality .............................................................15
3.1.9.5 Scene ...............................................................15
3.1.9.6 White Balance ....................................................16
3.1.9.7 Effect ...............................................................16
3.1.9.8 ISO ..................................................................17
3.1.9.9 Focusing ...........................................................17
3.1.9.10 Exposure Value ................................................. 18
3.1.9.11 Metering..........................................................19
3.1.9.12 Date Imprint..................................................... 19
3.2 Taking Videos........................................................ 20
3.2.1 Movie Mode ........................................................ 20
3.2.2 Movie Special Effect ..............................................21
3.3 Playing Back Images.............................................. 22
3.3.1 Playback Mode .....................................................22
3.3.2 Playing Back Movies.............................................. 23
3.3.3 Thumbnail Display ............................................... 24
3.3.4 Voice Memo Record .............................................24
3.3.5 Zoom Playback..................................................... 25
3.3.6 Erasing Images and Movies .................................... 25
3.3.7 Playback Mode Setup ............................................ 26
3.3.7.1 Erasing Files ...................................................... 26
3.3.8 Thumbnail Mode ................................................. 27
3.3.9 Protect Mode ...................................................... 27
3.3.10 SlideShow ......................................................... 28
3.3.11 Setting Startup Image ......................................... 28
3.4 Listening to Music................................................. 29
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3.4.1 Transferring MP3 files to the Camera ...................... 29
3.4.2 Playing MP3 Files ................................................. 30
3.4.3 Playing FM Radio Files ..........................................30
3.5 SET-UP MODE ..................................................... 31
3.5.1 Memory ............................................................. 31
3.5.2 Number Reset .................................................... 32
3.5.3 Date/Time .......................................................... 32
3.5.4 Date Format ......................................................33
3.5.5 LCD Brightness ...................................................33
3.5.6 Beep .................................................................. 34
3.5.7 Startup Image .....................................................34
3.5.8 AV Out Format ................................................... 35
3.5.9 Power Saving ...................................................... 35
3.5.10 Language ......................................................... 36
3.5.11 Reset ............................................................... 36
3.5.12 SW Version ...................................................... 37
4. PC Dependent Features....................................... 38
4.1 Installing the Digital Camera Software ................ 38
4.2 Bundled Software .................................................. 39
4.3 Transferring Files with your PC ........................... 40
4.3.1 Transferring Images, Movies, and MP3 Files ............ 40
4.4 Viewing Images on TV.......................................... 41
5. Troubleshooting ....................................................42
5.1 Error Message Table.............................................. 42
6. Specifications .......................................................... 43
7. Service information ..............................................45
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1 TOURING YOUR DC S40
1.1 Checking the Package Contents
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6. Hand strap
7. DC S40 software CD-ROM
8. AC power adapter
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1.2 DC S40 Components
1.2.1 Front View
1. Speaker
2. Shutter button
3. Built-in flash
4. Optical viewfinder
5. Lens/lens cover
6. Self-timer/AF assist lamp
7. Microphone
8. Earphone and A/V OUT terminal
9. USB port
10. DC IN 5V terminal
1.2.2 Rear View
1. Shutter button
2. Flash/right navigation button
3. Zoom/volume adjust/menu
up & down navigation button
4. Macro/left navigation button
5. Viewfinder LED
6. Viewfinder
7. LCD panel
8. Quick View/delete button
9. Menu/cancel
10. LCD/SET
11. Mode dial
12. Strap attachment
1.2.3 Bottom View
1. Tripod socket
2. Battery cover open detector
Note: Do not touch this detector.
3. Lithium ion battery compartment
4. SD memory card slot
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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, and will not affect the pictures
you take with the camera.
• The AF assist lamp is used to illuminate the focus subject in low light situations
where other camera’s autofocus will likely have failed.
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1.2.4 Button Functions
1. Macro
• Recording/Video Mode – press this button
to enable Macro mode.
• Playback Mode – press to select previous
file.
• Menu Mode – press to move left in the
menus.
• MP3 Mode – press to skip to the previous
track.
• FM Radio Mode – press to scan for a
previous channel.
2. Zoom
• Recording/Playback/Video Mode – press
up to zoom in; press down to zoom out.
• MP3/FM Radio Mode – press up to
increase the volume; press down to decrease
it.
• Thumbnail Mode – press up or down to navigate thumbnail images.
• Menu Mode – press up or down to change values.
3. Flash
• Manual Record Mode – press button to cycle through Flash modes.
• Playback Mode – press to select next file.
• MP3 Mode – press to skip to the next track.
• FM Radio Mode – press to scan for the next channel.
• Menu Mode – press to move right in the menus.
4. Mode Dial (refer to next page)
5. Q-View/Delete
• Recording Mode – press to view the last image that was taken.
• Playback Mode – press to delete current image or movie.
• MP3 Mode – press for less than two seconds to switch between playback modes
(repeat all, repeat one, standard play). Press for more than two seconds to lock
camera buttons; only the power button functions in this mode.
• FM Mode – press for two seconds to lock buttons; only the power button functions in
this mode. Press for less than two seconds to switch the audio output between the
earphone and speaker.
6. Menu/Cancel
• Recording/Playback/Video Modes – opens the menus.
• Menu Mode – cancels an operation or exits menu mode.
7. LCD/SET
• Recording/Video Mode – press to switch between display modes: OSD (on-screendisplay) full display, OSD display OFF, and LCD OFF.
• Playback Mode – press to switch between playback modes: standard image, image
only, and thumbnail mode.
•Menu Mode – press to confirm action.
• MP3 Mode – press to toggle between play and pause modes.
• FM Radio Mode – press for less than two seconds to switch FM radio stations. Press
for more than two seconds to save the current station to a channel; select the channel
to tune to the station.
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1. Manual Mode
2. Auto mode
3. Playback mode
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4. Movie mode
5. Audio Mode
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1.2.6 Viewfinder LED Indicator
Green Orange
1. Power on detected
2. Ready to use or AF action
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Blinking (slow)
Blinking (fast) Accessing mass storage Flash is charging
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3. USB connection
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Processing
1.2.7 Rotating the LCD Panel
The LCD panel can be rotated 180 degrees as shown,
enabling you to take pictures of yourself.
Battery charging in progress
1. Warning message
2. Power low
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2 PREPARING YOUR DC S40 FOR USE
The Lithium Ion battery enables you to capture images and video clips, and listen to music or
FM radio on the go. Use the AC adapter whenever possible to conserve battery power.
2.1 Inserting the Battery
1. Turn the camera off.
2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the
arrow (A) and open the battery cover (B).
3. Push the battery latch in the direction of the
arrow (C) and insert the battery in the correct orientation as shown (D) with the
notches facing up.
4. Close the battery/SD Memory Card cover (E).
To remove the battery: Open the battery cover and
then push the battery latch. The battery pops out
slightly; pull the battery out.
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Use only the specified battery type (Lithium Ion).
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• If you are not going to use the battery for an extended period of time, remove it
from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.
• Avoid using battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can
shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.
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2.2 Using an AC Power Adapter
1. Make sure the camera power is off.
2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the
DC IN 5V terminal (A).
3. Connect the other end of the AC power adapter to
a power outlet (B).
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an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
• Use an AC power adapter while transferring images to your computer in order to pre-
vent data loss from unexpected automatic power off of the camera.
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2.3 Charging the Battery
1. Insert the battery as described in 2.1“Inserting the Battery” on page 5.
2. Connect the AC power adapter as described in the previous section, or connect the USB
cable to your camera and a USB enabled device such as a notebook or PC.
The following describes the LED indicators:
• Orange LED: charging starts
• LED Off: charging is complete
Notes
Use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera. Damage caused by the
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use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
• When using the USB cable to charge the camera, turn the camera off for better
charging performance.
• Avoid exposing the camera to hot temperatures. Use it at room temperature for
best results.
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2.4 Loading an SD Memory Card
All images and video clips taken by the camera can be stored in an SD (Secure Digital)
Memory Card as well as the camera’s internal memory. Even if the camera’s power is OFF, the
images saved in the SD Memory Card are not erased.
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Slide the battery/SD Memory Card cover in the
direction of the arrow on the cover.
3. Insert an SD Memory Card:
• The front side of the memory card (printed
arrow) should face towards the front side of
the camera.
• If the card cannot be inserted, check the ori-
entation.
4. Close the battery/SD Memory Card cover.
To remove the SD Memory Card, make sure the camera is off. Open the battery/SD Memory
Card card cover. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject.
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Card, slide the write-protect tab (on the
side of the SD Memory Card) to
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direction of the arrow
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Write-protect tab
• To save, edit, or erase data on an SD
Memory Card, you must unlock the card.
• Format your SD Memory Card before use. Refer to 3.5.1“Memory” on page 31.
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2.5 Attaching the Strap
To prevent accidentally dropping the
camera when using your camera, always
use the strap.
1. Thread the small loop of the hand
strap through the strap eyelet on the
camera (A).
2. Pull the large loop through the small
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3 USING THE DC S40
This chapter describes the camera operating modes, and explains how to take pictures, make
movies, and listen to audio such as MP3 files or FM radio.
3.1 Capture Mode
Auto capture mode enables you to take pictures and allow the camera to set camera functions
such as the white balance and focus automatically. Manual mode enables you to make more
precise settings to accommodate different shooting conditions.
3.1.1 Composing Pictures
Your camera provides three capture mode options: single image capturing, continuous image
capturing, and self-timer capturing. It is equipped with both an optical viewfinder and a 1.5inch full color LTPS LCD monitor to compose images. Taking images using the optical
viewfinder conserves battery power. Using the LCD monitor helps you accurately compose
pictures and examine all details. However, the LCD consumes more battery power.
1. Turn the camera on by pressing the POWER button.
2. Set the mode dial to Auto or Manual mode .
3. Compose your shot in the viewfinder.
4. Press the shutter button down halfway to enable the autofocus
to get a clear image, and then press it down fully to capture the
image.
3.1.2 About the LCD Monitor Icons
The following icons are displayed in the LCD screen when Auto mode is selected.
Flash status
Self-timer
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3.1.3 Using the LCD Monitor in Manual Mode
The following additional icons are displayed in the LCD screen when Manual
mode is selected.
ISO
Meterin gWhite balance
Macro mode
Exposure value
3.1.4 LCD Monitor Display (Capture Mode)
Press the LCD/SET button to
select the display format. In
"Still Image" or "Movie"
mode, preview image with full
OSD is displayed.
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The following illustration shows the LCD monitor display sequence.
OSD (on-screen-display) full display OSD display OFF LCD OFF monitor
LCD/SET button
Notes
The image in the LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a
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malfunction.
• Using the LCD monitor for an extended period of time uses battery power and there-
fore decreases the number of images you can take. To conserve battery power, it is recommended to turn the LCD monitor off and use the viewfinder instead.
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