BenQ C1020 User manual

DC C1020
Digital Camera
User Manual
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Copyright
Copyright 2009 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this document
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 revise this document 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.
All other logos, products, or company names mentioned in this document may be the
registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for
informational purposes only.
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by
users in private households in the European Union.
This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can not be disposed
of as household waste. You must dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over
to the applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
For more information about recycling of this equipment, please contact
your city office, the shop where you purchased the equipment or your
household waste disposal service. The recycling of materials will help to
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and environment.
CE Regulatory Notice
Hereby, BenQ Corp. declares under our responsibility that the product is in
conformity with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the
Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating, Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directives (2004/108/EC) and Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC).
A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the above Directives has been made
and is available from BenQ Corp. upon request.
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FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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Safety warning and notice
Before operating the camera, please make sure that you read and fully understand the
content in this section. If you ignore and violate all safety warning notices indicated in
this section, the camera warranty may be void. Meanwhile, not only the camera but
also you and all other people and things around you may be severely damaged, injured,
or even placed in danger of death.
For your safety
• Keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of babies, toddlers, and children.
In particular, small parts such as memory cards and batteries could be easily
dismantled and swallowed by them.
• Use only the original accessories to avoid possible risks to health and property, and
thus meet all related legal regulations.
• Do not dismantle the camera under any circumstances.
• When using the flash, do not go too close to human eyes (particularly for babies,
toddlers, and children) or animal eyes. Otherwise, when the flash fires, the light may
cause damage to human eyes or irritate animals.
• Use only the specified batteries. Otherwise you risk serious damage to health and
property. The battery could explode, for instance. All batteries can cause property
damage, injury or burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys or beaded
chains touch exposed terminals. The material may complete an electrical circuit and
become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when
placing it inside your pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects. Do not
dispose of batteries in fire as they may explode.
• To prevent electric shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera by
yourself.
• Some camera models accept non-rechargeable batteries. When using these batteries,
do not charge them. Otherwise, dangers such as explosion and fire may occur.
Warranty
• Warranty is void if damage or system failure occurred due to outside factors such as
collision, fire, flood, dirt, sewage, earthquake, and other force majeure events as well
as incorrect usage of electricity or use of non-original accessories.
• It is the sole responsibility of the user if problems (such as data loss and system
failure) occurred due to non-factory installed software, parts, and/or non-original
accessories.
• Do not change the camera. Any changes to the camera invalidate the warranty.
Taking care of your camera
• Always keep the camera in the accompanying leather case or pouch for better
protection against splashes, dust, and collision.
• The only way of replacing the battery and the memory card is to open the Battery /
Memory card cover.
• Dispose of unwanted batteries and cameras as permitted by the laws in your
countries.
• Water may cause a fire or electric shock. Therefore, store your camera in a dry place.
• If your camera becomes wet, wipe it with a dry cloth as soon as possible.
• Salt or seawater may cause severe camera damage.
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• Do not drop, knock, or shake the camera. A rude behavior of using the camera may
damage the internal electronic circuit board, deform the lens shape, or make the lens
unretractable.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the
camera.
• Finger grease may be left on the camera lens and will result in unclear images or
videos. To avoid this problem, be sure to clean the camera lens before taking pictures
or recording videos. You should also clean the camera lens on a regular basis.
• If the lens is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to clean the lens.
• Do not touch the lens with your fingers.
• If a foreign substance or water gets in your camera, please turn the power off
immediately and disconnect the battery and the power adapter. Next, remove the
foreign substance or water and send it to the maintenance center.
• Whenever there is data in the internal memory or the external memory card, you
should make a backup copy to a computer or disc. So, you can have a backup
solution if data loss occurs.
• If the lens cannot retract into the camera, please replace the battery first (usually this
is because of a drained battery). Then the lens should retract automatically. If the
lens still cannot retract, please contact your dealer.
• Under no circumstances should you push the lens back manually as this may
damage the camera.
• All original accessories are designed only for use with this camera model you
purchased. Do not use these accessories to other camera models or cameras of other
brands to avoid unpredictable danger or damage.
• Before initial use of a memory card, always format the card first using the camera.
• Remember to slide the write-protect tab (if available) to the unlock position.
Otherwise, all data (if any) on the memory card is protected and the card cannot be
edited or formatted.
Operating environment
• Do not use or store your camera in the environments listed below:
• Direct sunlight
• Dusty places
• Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
• In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
• Unstable locations
• Do not use your camera outdoors when it is raining or snowing.
• Do not use your camera in or near water.
• The camera operating temperature is between 0 and 40 degrees Celsius. It is normal
for the operating time to be shortened when the temperature is low.
• The capacity of your camera battery will reduce each time it is charged/emptied.
Storage at too high or low temperatures will also result in a gradual capacity loss. As
a result, the operating time of your camera may be considerably reduced, even after a
full recharge of the battery.
• It is normal for the camera to become warm during operation, because the camera
casing can conduct heat.
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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 hand strap to the camera and always
hold the camera by keeping the hand
strap around your wrist.
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 and make sure the
lens has retracted successfully before
storing the camera in its case. 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 a steady place. Plus, always
keep your camera away from pressure
or any other similar environment
(for example, in a pant pocket) to
avoid possible damage.
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Table of Contents i
Table of Contents
1. Touring Your Camera ................................................................. 1
1.1 Checking the package contents............................................. 1
1.2 Camera components .......................................................... 2
1.2.1 Front view ............................................................ 2
1.2.2 Rear view .............................................................. 2
1.2.3 LED indicators........................................................ 3
2. Preparing Your Camera for Use .................................................... 4
2.1 Installing the batteries......................................................... 4
2.2 Inserting and removing an SD memory card........................... 5
3. Using the Camera....................................................................... 6
3.1 Navigator ......................................................................... 6
3.2 LCD monitor information (capture mode) ............................ 6
3.3 Getting started................................................................... 7
3.3.1 Turning the power on / off ......................................... 7
3.3.2 Initial setting.......................................................... 7
3.3.2.1 Setting the language ........................................... 7
3.3.2.2 Setting the date and time ..................................... 7
3.3.3 Capture mode ........................................................ 8
3.3.3.1 Getting started with capturing images...................... 8
3.3.4 Using the focus mode ............................................... 8
3.3.5 Flash mode ............................................................ 9
3.3.6 Drive mode ........................................................... 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 capture and playback modes ....... 10
3.4.1.2 Selecting the shooting mode ............................... 11
3.4.2 Using the menus ................................................... 12
3.4.2.1 Capture menu list (still image) ............................ 12
3.4.2.2 Capture menu list (movie) ................................. 13
3.4.3 Setup menu ......................................................... 13
3.4.3.1 Setup menu list .............................................. 14
3.5 Capturing movie clips....................................................... 16
3.6 Capturing audio clips ....................................................... 16
3.7 Other capturing functions ................................................. 16
3.7.1 Setting the quality .................................................. 16
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3.7.2 Setting the metering ............................................... 17
3.7.3 Setting the white balance.......................................... 17
3.7.4 Setting the ISO...................................................... 17
3.7.5 Setting the EV compensation..................................... 17
3.7.6 Setting the AEB ..................................................... 18
3.7.7 Setting the highlight ............................................... 18
3.7.8 Setting the sharpness .............................................. 18
3.7.9 Setting the photo effect............................................ 18
3.7.10 Setting the date stamp ............................................. 19
3.7.11 Setting S.S.F. ........................................................ 19
3.7.12 Setting face tracking ............................................... 19
3.7.13 Setting photo frame................................................ 19
3.7.14 Setting Av/Tv/M.................................................... 19
3.7.15 Using Smile Catch ................................................. 20
3.7.16 Smart Scene ......................................................... 20
3.7.17 Blink Detector ...................................................... 20
3.8 Playback......................................................................... 21
3.8.1 Playing back images................................................ 22
3.8.2 Playing back movie clips .......................................... 22
3.8.3 Adjusting the playback volume .................................. 22
3.8.4 Magnifying & trimming still images............................. 22
3.8.5 Viewing in thumbnail ............................................. 23
3.8.6 Playing a slideshow ................................................ 23
3.8.7 Deleting a single file or all files ................................... 23
3.8.8 Deleting multiple files ............................................. 24
3.8.9 Setting the startup screen ......................................... 24
3.8.10 Setting the DPOF for printing.................................... 24
3.8.11 Other playback functions ......................................... 25
4. PC Dependent Features ............................................................. 26
4.1 Bundled software ............................................................. 26
4.2 Transferring files to your computer..................................... 26
4.2.1 Step 1: Connect the digital camera to your computer ........ 26
4.2.2 Step 2: Download images or video clips ........................ 27
5. Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 28
6. Specifications........................................................................... 30
7. Service Information .................................................................. 31
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Touring Your Camera 1
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1Touring Your Camera
1.1 Checking the package contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items.
•All pictures, screen captures, and icons used in this manual are for illustration only.
Actual and available products, accessories, as well as their appearance may vary
depending on sales region.
•If any of the items are missing or appear to be damaged, contact your dealer. Save the
packaging in case you need to ship your camera for service.
•All electronic accessories (such as USB cable) are designed to work with this BenQ
digital camera model only. Do not use them with other digital camera models to
avoid possible damage.
1. Quick Guide /
User Manual
2. Digital camera
3. USB cable
4. Non-rechargeable AA
Alkaline batteries
5. Hand strap
6. Software and user
manual CD
7. Pouch
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1.2 Camera components
1.2.1 Front view
If your BenQ camera’s lens remains extended after an involuntary shutdown, simply replace
the batteries with new ones and restart your camera. Never force the lens inwards since this
action will damage the camera and void the BenQ Warranty.
1.2.2 Rear view
1. Shutter button
2. Built-in flash
3. Power button
4. Speaker
5. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal
6. Lens
7. Microphone
8. Self-timer LED
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2. W(Wide) -
Zoom-out, turn off the Shooting
mode description, or enter the
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3. T(Tele) -
Zoom-in or turn on the Shooting
mode description
4. Strap eyelet
5. Playback mode button - Toggle
between Capture and Playback modes
6. Menu
7. Status LED
8. Navigator -- four-way control and OK
9. Shooting mode
10. Two functions:
• Capture mode: Toggles between
the currently selected shooting
mode, Av, Tv, and M.
• Playback mode: Deletes images and
videos.
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1.2.3 LED indicators
• 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.
Indicator State Description
Status LED
No light The digital camera is off.
Solid green The digital camera is ready to capture images.
Blinking
green
The digital camera is powering on and cannot focus or capture
video clips, or is in the power-saving mode.
The flash is charging, or the USB communication/transfer is in
progress.
Self-timer LED Blinking red The self-timer function is activated.
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Preparing Your Camera for Use4
2Preparing Your Camera for Use
2.1 Installing the batteries
You can use two AA batteries to power up the camera.
Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off
before removing the batteries.
To insert the batteries:
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Open the battery cover.
3. Insert the batteries in the correct direction as
shown in the illustration.
4. Close the battery cover.
To remove the batteries:
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Hold the camera with the battery cover facing upward, and then open the battery cover.
3. Remove the batteries.
• Please select the correct battery type before use. (see “Battery Type” on page 15 for
details).
• High-capacity (such as 2500 mAh) rechargeable batteries are recommended.
• Carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended.
• Remove the batteries from the camera if you do not intend to use the camera for a long
time.
• If the lens cannot retract into the camera, please replace the batteries first (usually this is
because of drained batteries). Then the lens should retract automatically. (Under no
circumstances should you push the lens back manually as this may damage the camera.)
If the lens still cannot retract, please contact your dealer.
• The AA batteries that came with the camera are not rechargeable.
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2.2 Inserting and removing an SD memory card
The camera is equipped with internal memory,
allowing you to record video clips and capture
images. You can also expand the memory capacity by
using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card
to store more files.
1. Always make sure the camera is turned off before
inserting or removing a memory card.
2. Insert an SD memory card in the correct
direction as shown in the illustration.
3. Close the battery / SD memory card cover.
To remove the SD memory card, make sure the camera is turned off. Press lightly on the
edge of the memory card and it will eject.
• Be sure to format the SD memory card with this camera before the initial use.
• To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD memory card, you
can slide the write-protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to “LOCK”.
• To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card.
• SD memory card in the following sizes are supported: 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB,
1 GB, 2GB, 4GB, 6GB, 8GB and 16GB SDHC. The camera is compatible with SD memory
cards manufactured by Panasonic, Toshiba, and Sandisk. Please contact your local
dealer for purchase information.
Unlocked: You can use both capture
and playback modes.
Locked: You can use the playback mode
only.
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3Using the Camera
3.1 Navigator
You can use the Navigator with four-way control and one button to access numerous
controls of your camera.
3.2 LCD monitor information (capture mode)
• The above screen is for illustrations only. Actual items showing on the screen may vary
depending on the shooting mode you select.
1. Shooting mode 10. Face tracking
2. Flash mode 11. ISO
3. Focus mode 12. White balance
4. Drive mode 13. AE metering
5. AEB 14. EV compensation
6. S.S.F. 15. AF area
7. Number of shots available 16. Histogram
8. Image size 17. Battery status
9. Image quality 18. Camera shake warning
1. Up or Play (video playback only)
2. Focus mode or left
3. Down
4. Flash mode or right
5. / Toggle between different modes
of displayed information
ISO
100
EV
-1.0
A
9999
9999
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• While the shutter is pressed down halfway, the AF area color changes to yellow-green,
camera shake warning (appears only if the camera itself detects possible shaking),
aperture, shutter speed and ISO setting are also shown on the screen.
3.3 Getting started
3.3.1 Turning the power on / off
1. Press [ ] until the digital camera turns on. Alternatively, you can press the [ ]
button to turn on the camera.
2. To turn the power off, press [ ] again.
3.3.2 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.
3.3.2.1 Setting the language
You will be prompted to set up the language when the camera is turned on for the first time.
1. Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to move to the Setup menu.
2. Press [ ] or [ ] to move to Language, and then press [ ] or [ ]. (Steps 1 and 2
are skipped when the camera is turned on for the first time.)
3. Press [ ] or [ ] to locate the language you want.
4. Press [ ] to set the language.
3.3.2.2 Setting the date and time
You need to set the date and time when the camera is turned on for the first time, or when the
battery has been removed from the camera for a long time. The date and time are used to
record the moment a file is captured.
1. Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to move to the Setup menu. (Step 1 is not needed
when the camera is turned on for the first time.)
2. Press [ ] or [ ] to move to Date & Time, and then press [ ] or .
3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select Year, Month, Day, Time, and Format fields.
•To increase a value, press [ ].
•To decrease a value, press [ ].
•The time is displayed in 24 hour format.
4. Press .
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3.3.3 Capture mode
3.3.3.1 Getting started with capturing images
1. Press [ ] for more than one second to turn on
the camera.
2. Compose your image in the LCD monitor in the
capture mode.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway (1), and
then press it down fully (2).
•Pressing the shutter button down halfway
automatically focuses and adjusts the
exposure.
•The focus area frame turns yellow-green when
the camera is focused and the exposure is
determined.
•When the focus or exposure is not suitable, the
frame of the focus area turns red.
• To review the last captured image, press . Press again to return to the capture
mode.
• The LCD monitor looks darker in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
• To prevent your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter button, 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.
3.3.4 Using the focus mode
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Press [ ] to toggle between different focus modes.
Icon Focus mode Description
Auto focus Adjusts focus automatically.
Macro Used when capturing images at close distance.
Pan Focus Used when you want to capture the subjects in a certain focus
range.
Infinity Used when capturing images at long distance.
1
2
Press down halfway.
Press down fully.
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3.3.5 Flash mode
The flash offers an additional light source (usually used in a low-light environment). You can
capture an image using one of the following flash modes.
1. Go to the Capture mode.
2. Keep pressing to toggle among different flash modes and select a desired option.
3.3.6 Drive mode
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to select the capture menu.
3. Press [ ] / [ ] to select Drive Mode and then press [ ] or to launch the
submenu.
4. Press [ ] / [ ] to select an option and press to apply the setting. Press to
close the menu, and then press the shutter button to take pictures.
Icon Mode Description
Auto Flash The flash fires automatically based on the photographic conditions.
Auto Anti Red-
eye
Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when capturing natural-looking
images of people and animals in low-light conditions. Be sure to ask
the subject to look at the camera lens or get as close to the camera as
possible. The flash fires automatically based on the photographic
conditions.
Force On The flash always fires regardless of the surrounding lighting
conditions. Select this mode when capturing images with high contrast
(backlighting) and deep shadows.
Slow Sync Fires the flash immediately at the beginning of exposure with a longer
shutter speed, so balanced ambient lighting of the foreground subject
and background scene can be reached in a low-light environment.
Force Off The flash does not fire. Select this mode when flash photography is
prohibited, or when the distance to the subject is beyond the effective
range of the flash.
Icon Drive mode Description
Off Standard Takes one picture at a time.
Self-timer Automatically takes a picture after 2 or 10 second delay. This mode is
useful when you want to be part of the picture.
Double Performs delay and capture twice:
1. Performs a 10-second delay, then captures the image.
2. Performs another 2-second delay, then captures the image again.
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3.3.7 Using the zoom function
Your camera has a combination of optical and digital zoom functions that allows you to zoom
in on far away subjects or zoom out for a wide angle shot.
The optical zoom is achieved by mechanically adjusting the lens of the camera. The digital
zoom enlarges or shrinks the image using a software process.
1. Make the zoom setting, and point the camera at the subject.
2. Press the zoom button ( /) to compose the image.
: zoom out for a wide-angle shot.
: zoom in for a telephoto shot.
•When the zoom button is pressed, the zoom bar appears on the LCD monitor.
•When the optical zoom factor is at maximum, zooming stops temporarily. Press
again, the camera switches to the digital zoom automatically and zooming continues.
•You can use optical zoom in movie capturing.
3. Press the shutter button to take a picture.
4. To turn digital zoom on or off:
•Press , and then press [ ] / [ ] to select the capture menu.
•Press [ ] / [ ] to select Digital Zoom and then press [ ] or to launch the
submenu.
•Press [ ] / [ ] to select On or Off and press to apply the setting. Press
to close the menu.
3.4 Menu options
3.4.1 Changing the mode
You can capture images and voices in the capture mode, and use the playback mode to replay,
delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor.
3.4.1.1 Switching between capture and playback modes
•In the capture mode, press to switch to the playback mode.
•In the playback mode, press the shutter button or to switch to the capture mode.
Burst Continuously takes pictures as long as you keep pressing the Shutter. The
flash is always off in this mode.
Icon Drive mode Description
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3.4.1.2 Selecting the shooting mode
1. Set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Press to show the shooting mode palette.
3. Use the four-way control to select a desired mode and press to confirm the setting.
4. Press and to turn the shooting mode description on and off.
Shooting mode
Icon Mode Description
Smart Scene Automatically selects a shooting mode based on the current shooting
environment.
Program You can set the shooting parameters manually.
Movie
Record
Captures videos with sound. When viewing the captured video file
later, you can see a unique icon that appears on the screen and indicates
that this is a video file.
Smile Catch Automatically takes a shot when a smile is detected.
Blink
Detector
Warns of eye blinks if detected & lets you decide whether to save the
image file.
Landscape Captures a scene in the distance with the focus area set to infinity and a
lower aperture value. The maximum depth of view can also be
achieved.
Backlight Increases exposure (by turning on the flash) when light illuminates the
subject from behind.
Night Scene Captures photos in a low-light environment, such as in the evening or
at night.
Building Enhances lines & contracts to highlight the sense of the three
dimensions (3D) for a building.
Child Increases sensitivity and emphasizes children's skin tones.
High ISO
Portrait
Makes people stand out with the background out-of-focus even in a
dark environment. In this mode, a higher ISO value is used.
Food Captures food by enhancing color brightness and giving more vivid
colors.
Text Improves clarity & contrast when taking a close-up picture of
documents.
Snow Used under a very bright light environment such as snow scenes.
Fireworks Adds exposure time to shoot firework trails. Please keep the camera
steady or use a tripod while using this mode.
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Using the Camera12
• ISO, Metering, and White Balance are not available in some shooting modes. You must
select another mode like Program to enable these options.
3.4.2 Using the menus
When a menu is displayed, the four-way control and are used to make the desired
settings.
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the capture mode.
2. Press and then press [ ] / [ ] to select the capture menu.
3. Press [ ] / [ ] to select a menu item and then press [ ] or to launch the
submenu.
4. Press [ ] / [ ] to select an option and press to apply the setting.
5. Press to close the menu.
3.4.2.1 Capture menu list (still image)
Sunset Captures the warmth and atmosphere (represented by hue) of sunrise
or sunset.
Voice Re c.
(Voice
Record)
Captures background sound only (no images or videos). When
listening to the captured audio file later, you can see a unique icon that
appears on the screen and indicates that this is an audio file.
Menu item Available settings
Resolution / / / / / /
Quality (Super Fine) / (Fine) / (Normal)
Metering (Cen. Weight) / (Matrix) / (Spot)
White Balance (Auto) / (Daylight) / (Cloudy) / (Tungsten) /
(Fluorescent H) / (Fluorescent L) / (Manual)
ISO / / / / / / (ISO 3200 for resolution
3M or under only)
EV compensation
(Exposure)
-2.0 EV ~ +2.0 EV
Drive Mode Off / (2 sec.) / (10 sec.) / (Double) / (Burst)
Shooting mode
Icon Mode Description
10
1600
3200
2
10
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