BenQ DC C700 User manual

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DC C700 Digital Camera
User Manual

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BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the con-
tents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further,
BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the con-
tents 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 batter-
ies. 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.
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 resi-
dential 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 o f Conten ts
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 ............................................... 3
2.1 Installing the battery............................................................ 3
2.2 Charging the battery............................................................ 3
2.3 Inserting and removing an SD memory card
(optional accessory) ............................................................. 4
3. Using the Camera .................................................................... 5
3.1 Capture mode .................................................................... 5
3.1.1 Getting started with capturing images ............................ 5
3.1.2 Capture mode LCD monitor information........................ 6
3.1.3 Choosing the screen language ...................................... 7
3.1.4 Setting the date and time............................................ 7
3.1.5 Using the normal mode ............................................. 7
3.1.6 Using the macro mode .............................................. 7
3.1.7 Using the flash ........................................................ 8
3.1.8 Using the self-timer.................................................. 9
3.1.9 Using the digital zoom function ................................... 9
3.1.10 Capture mode menu settings....................................... 9
3.2 Video mode ..................................................................... 12
3.2.1 Video mode LCD monitor information ........................ 12
3.2.2 Recording video clips.............................................. 12
3.2.3 Video mode menu settings ....................................... 13
3.3 Playback mode ................................................................. 13
3.3.1 Playback mode LCD monitor information (image) .......... 13
3.3.2 Playback mode LCD monitor information (video) ........... 13

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3.3.3 Playback mode - the basics ....................................... 14
3.3.4 Playback mode menu settings.................................... 17
3.4 Setup mode...................................................................... 18
3.4.1 Date/Time........................................................... 18
3.4.2 Format ............................................................... 18
3.4.3 Beeper................................................................ 18
3.4.4 Language ............................................................ 18
3.4.5 Auto Off ............................................................. 18
3.4.6 System Reset ........................................................ 18
3.4.7 System Info.......................................................... 18
4. PC Dependent Features ......................................................... 19
4.1 Bundled software .............................................................. 19
4.2 Transferring images/video clips to your computer .................. 19
4.2.1 Step 1: Connecting the camera to your computer............. 20
4.2.2 Step 2: Downloading recorded images/video clips ............ 20
4.3 Using the camera as a PC camera......................................... 20
4.3.1 Step 1: Installing the PC camera driver ......................... 20
4.3.2 Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer............. 21
4.3.3 Step 3: Running your application software..................... 21
4.4 Connecting to a PictBridge compliant printer (optional feature)21
4.4.1 Setting the DPOF................................................... 21
4.4.2 Printer mode........................................................ 22
5. Troubleshooting.................................................................... 24
6. Specifications and Service Information................................... 26

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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.
If any of the items are missing or appear to be damaged, contact your dealer. Save the
packaging in case you need to ship your camera for service.
1.2 Camera components
1.2.1 Front view
1. User Manual
2. Digital camera
3. USB cable
4. Lithium-ion
rechargeable battery
5. Hand strap
6. Software CD-ROM
7. Pouch
8. AC power adapter
9. Battery charger
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1. Strap eyelet
2. Lens cover
3. Shutter button
4. Flash
5. Lens
6. Microphone
7. Self-timer LED

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1.2.2 Rear view
1.2.3 LED indicators
• The camera sounds one beep.
• The camera sounds 10 beeps for 10 seconds, and 5 beeps for 5 seconds.
• It is normal for the camera to become warm during operation, because metal camera cas-
ing 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/Activity Sound
Status LED
None • The camera is powering up. Yes
Solid green • The USB communication / transfer is in progress. No
• The camera is ready to capture images or record video clips. No
Blinking red • The self-timer function is activated. YesSelf-timer LED
1. Focus switch
[]Normalmode
[]Macromode
2. USB terminal
3. Tripod socket
4. Battery / SD memory card cover
5. OK button
[ ] Zoom button
6. [ ] Arrow button (Down)
MODE button
7. [ ] Arrow button (Right)
[ ] Flash button
8. [ ] Arrow button (Left)
[]Self-timerbutton
9. [ ] Arrow button (Up)
MENU button
10. LCD monitor
11. Status LED
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2Preparing Your Camera for Use
2.1 Installing the battery
We highly recommend that you use only the specified
rechargeable lithium-ion battery for your camera. Make sure
that the power of the camera is off before inserting or
removing the battery.
To insert the battery:
1. Slide the battery / SD memory card cover.
2. Insert the battery in the correct orientation shown.
• Tilt the battery lock lever and orient the battery in the
direction of the arrow, so that its label is facing to the front side of the camera, and then
insert the battery.
3. Close the battery / SD memory card cover.
To remove the battery:
1. Slide the battery / SD memory card cover.
2. Release the battery lock lever.
3. When the battery has come out a little, gently pull it out the rest of the way.
2.2 Charging the battery
The battery charge status affects the performance of the camera.
To maximize the performance and life of the battery, it is
recommended that you fully charge the battery using the
specified charger set (charger and AC power adapter), and then
fully discharge it through the normal use at least one time.
1. Insert the battery into the charger as shown in the
illustration.
2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the charger.
3. Connect the other end of the AC power adapter to a wall outlet.
4. When the battery is being charged, the charger LED indicator lights up in red. When the
battery is fully charged, it turns into green.
The length of the charging time depends on the ambient temperature and the status of
the battery.
• The camera must be used with the specified charger set. Damage caused by the use of an
incorrect charger set is not covered under the warranty. Always make sure that the cam-
era is off before removing the battery.
• The battery may be warm after being charged or used. This is normal and not a malfunc-
tion.
• When using the camera in cold environments, keep the camera and its battery warm by
holding it inside your jacket or other warm protective environment.

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2.3 Inserting and removing an SD memory card (optional
accessory)
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 cam-
era 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: 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128
MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (plus 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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3Using the Camera
3.1 Capture mode
3.1.1 Getting started with capturing images
1. Slide the lens cover to turn on the camera. The camera
sounds one beep when it is initiated.
2. Compose your image in the LCD monitor.
3. Press the shutter button.
• To turn off the camera, slide the lens cover back.
• The LCD monitor darkens 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 slow down the
shutter speed to ensure your images are properly exposed.
• If [Preview] is set to [ON], the captured image will be displayed while the image is being
written onto the memory.
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3.1.2 Capture mode LCD monitor information
1. Internal memory/SD memory card indica-
tor
[ ] Status of internal memory
[ ] Status of SD memory card
2. Battery level
[ ] Full battery power
[ ] Medium battery power
[ ] Low battery power
[ ] Virtually no battery power
3. Flash mode
[Blank]Automatic
[]Red-eyereduction
[]Forcedflash
[]Flashoff
4. Focus area
5. Image Size
[ ] 3072 x 2304
[ ] 2560 x 1920
[ ] 1600 x 1200
[ ] 640 x 480
6. Possible number of shots
7. Quality
[]Fine
[]Standard
[ ] Economy
8. Date and time
9. Self-timer mode
[ 10s ]10 sec. delay
[ 2s]2sec.delay
[ 10+2s ]10+2 sec. delay
10. Unsteady hold warning icon
11. [ ]Exposure compensation
12. White balance
[Blank]Auto
[]Daylight
[]Cloudy
[]Tungsten
[]Fluorescent
13. Focus mode
[]Macro
[]Infinity
14. Scene
[ A ] Auto
[]Sports
[]Night
[]Portrait
[]Landscape
[]Backlight
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3.1.3 Choosing the screen language
Follow the steps below to set the OSD (On-Screen Display) language.
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Press the [ ] button to select [Setup] menu.
3. Press the [ ] / [ ] button to select [Language], and
then press the OK button.
4. Select a language that you prefer by using the [ ] /
[ ] button.
5. Press the OK button after all fields are set.
• The language setting will be retained even if the camera is turned off.
3.1.4 Setting the date and time
The [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when:
•The camera is turned on for the first time.
•The camera is turned on after removing the battery
for a long period of time.
1. Select the item field by using the [ ] / [ ] button.
•To increase the value, press the [ ] button.
•To decrease the value, press the [ ] button.
2. Press the OK button after all fields are set.
3.1.5 Using the normal mode
The Normal mode [ ] is used to capture images where the
distance to the subject is 1.2 m to infinity. Select this mode for
general shooting, including portraits and scenery.
1. Set the focus switch to the [ ] position.
2. Compose your image.
3. Press the shutter button.
3.1.6 Using the macro mode
The Macro mode [ ] is used to capture a close-up of the
subject, such as flowers or insects. The effective range is between
0.6 m to 1.2 m.
1. Set the focus switch to the [ ] position.
2. Compose your image.
3. Press the shutter button.

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•To disable Macro photography, slide the focus switch back to the Normal mode
[].
• When using the Macro mode, the icon [ ] will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
• In the Macro mode, the flash mode is automatically set to Flash off [ ].
• After a macro shot is taken, DO NOT FORGET to reset the lens to the Normal mode.
3.1.7 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. Set the [Scene] mode in the [Capture] menu based on the
desired scenery. (Auto / Sports / Night Scene / Portrait /
Landscape / Backlight)
2. Press the [ ] button located on the rear side of the camera
repeatedly until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD
monitor.
3. Compose your image and press the shutter button.
The table below will help you choose the appropriate flash mode.
• The flash cannot be used in Video Mode.
• If Landscape [ ] scene is selected in [Capture] menu, the flash mode is automatically
set to Flash off [ ].
• In Sports [ ] mode, the flash mode is automatically set to Flash off [ ].
• In Night Scene [ ] mode, flash photography will automatically detect the ambient light-
ing. If the surrounding brightness is low, the flash will fire to Red eye reduction [ ].
Icon Flash mode Description
[] Automatic
flash
The flash fires automatically according to the photographic conditions.
[] Red eye
reduction
This mode can reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you want to capture
natural-looking images of people and animals in low-light conditions.
When capturing images, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking
the subject (person) to look at the camera lens or get as close to the camera
as possible.
[] Forced flash The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select
this mode for capturing images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep
shadows.
[]Flash off The flash will not fire. Select this mode in a place where flash photography
is prohibited, or when the distance to the subject is beyond the effective
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3.1.8 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.
The self-timer duration can be set as 2 , 10 seconds or 10+2 seconds. After the self-timer is
set, the shutter automatically releases after 2 , 10 seconds or 10+2 seconds.
1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.
2. Slide the lens cover to turn on the camera.
3. Set the [Scene] mode in the [Capture] menu based on the desired scenery.
(Auto / Sports / Night Scene / Portrait / Landscape / Backlight)
4. Toggle the [ ] button until the desired self-timer mode appears on the LCD monitor.
5. Compose your image.
6. Press the shutter button.
•To cancel the self-timer photography at any time, press the [ ] button to disrupt the
sequence.
• After one shot is taken, the self-timer will be turned to OFF.
3.1.9 Using the digital zoom function
Using the digital zoom, images appear closer. Whereas digital zoom is a compelling feature,
the more an image is enlarged (zoomed), the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.
1. Set the [Scene] mode in the [Capture] menu based on the desired scenery.
(Auto / Sports / Night Scene / Portrait / Landscape / Backlight)
2. Press the [ ] button to activate the zoom function.
•The digital magnification ranges from 1X to 2X to 4X.
•To exit the digital zoom, press the [ ] button again and return to the capture sta-
tus.
3. Press the shutter button to capture a zoomed image.
• The digital zoom cannot be used in Video mode [ ].
3.1.10 Capture mode menu settings
3.1.10.1 Capture menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when taking
still images.
1. Press the MENU button and then scroll through the
options by using the [ ] / [ ] button.
2. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu.
3. After entering the sub-menu, select your option by
using the [ ] / [ ] button.
4. Press the OK button to confirm the setting.

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5. To exit from the menu mode, use the [ ] / [ ] button to select [Exit] and press the
OK button.
• You may also press the [ ] button to quit directly.
3.1.10.1.1 Size
This sets the size of the image that will be photographed.
[3072 x 2304]: 3072 x 2304 pixels
[2560 x 1920]: 2560 x 1920 pixels
[1600 x 1200]: 1600 x 1200 pixels
[640 x 480]: 640 x 480 pixels
3.1.10.1.2 Quality
This sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is taken.
[Fine]: Low compression rate
[Normal]: Normal
[Economy]: High compression rate
3.1.10.1.3 Scene
This sets the scene mode for capturing images.
[Auto]: The camera automatically adjusts the exposure settings to take photographs.
[Sports]: Select this option to take photographs of fast-moving subjects.
[Night Scene]: Select this option to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time
background.
[Portrait]: Select this option to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus.
[Landscape]: Select this option to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.
[Backlight]: Select this option when you want to capture images when the light comes behind
the object.
3.1.10.1.4 EV
The EV (exposure value) enables you to lighten or darken an image. Use this setting when the
brightness between the subject and the background is not balanced, or when the subject
occupies only a small part of the photograph.
The EV compensation of your camera can be adjusted from [-2.0 EV] to [+2.0 EV].
To adjust EV, press the [ ] / [ ] button and press the OK
button to confirm.
Effective Subjects and Set Values
Positive (+) Compensation
•Copying of printed text (black characters on white
paper)
•Backlight portraits
•Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects
•Shots made up predominantly of sky
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•Spot lighted subjects, particularly against dark backgrounds
•Imaging of printed text (white characters on black paper)
•Scenes with low reflectivity, such as shots of green or dark foliage
3.1.10.1.5 White Balance
When the brightness of the light changes, our eyes adapt the difference so that the white
object remains white. For digital still cameras, they can also see the white object as white by
averaging the light around the subject.
The camera determines the white balance by averaging the various kinds of light that actually
enters the lens. You may set in advance the white balance when taking photographs under
specific lighting conditions.
[Auto]: Automatically adjusting the white balance.
[Daylight]: For recording outdoors on a bright day.
[Cloudy]: For recording overcast, shaded, twilight or evening skies.
[Tungsten]: For recording under tungsten lighting condition.
[Fluorescent]: For recording under fluorescent lighting condition.
3.1.10.1.6 ISO
Select the photographic ISO50/100/200/400/Auto to be used when a photograph is taken.
This option 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 pixilated (grainer) the image will appear.
3.1.10.1.7 Color
To capture an image, the camera offers four types of colors (Standard / Vivid / Sepia /
Monochrome) for you to match as you wish. Your images will demonstrate different
impressions by choosing different types of colors.
[Standard]: Standard
[Vivid]: Vivid
[Sepia]: Sepia
[Monochrome]: Monochrome
3.1.10.2 Saturation
To capture an image, the camera offers you three different degrees of colors (High / Medium
/ Low) to match your preference. Your images will give different impressions by choosing the
different degrees of colors. This is called Saturation.
3.1.10.2.1 Sharpness
Your camera will automatically emphasize the borders between light and dark areas of the
image. This will make the image’s edges look sharper.
[High]: Hard touch
[Medium]: Normal touch
[Low]: Soft touch

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3.1.10.2.2 Preview
Set to display a photographed image on the LCD monitor immediately after you have taken
the shot.
[ON]: Display quick view
[OFF]: Do not display quick view
3.1.10.2.3 Date Print
If you set the imprint function, your image will be displayed with the date information on it.
[ON]: Date will be shown on the captured image.
[OFF]: Date will not be shown on the captured image.
3.1.10.2.4 Exit
Select this option if you wish to exit from the menu mode.
3.2 Video mode
Video mode [ ] allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels.
1. Press the MODE button to enter the Video mode [ ].
2. To start recording a video clip, press the shutter button.
3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
• In Video mode [ ], resolution, quality, self-timer cannot be set or activated.
• In Video mode [ ], the flash mode is automatically set to Flash off [ ].
• To set [EV] or [White Balance], you may access them from the [Video] menu.
3.2.1 Video mode LCD monitor information
These indicators are displayed when recording video clips:
1. Video mode
2. Video counter
3. Card indicator
4. Battery level
3.2.2 Recording video clips
This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via
built-in microphone.
1. Press the MODE button to enter the Video mode [ ].
2. To start recording, press the shutter button.
3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
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3.2.3 Video mode menu settings
3.2.3.1 Video Output menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when
recording video clips.
3.2.3.1.1 EV
For details, refer to 3.1.10.1.4 “EV” on page 10.
3.2.3.1.2 White Balance
For details, refer to 3.1.10.1.5 “White Balance” on page 11.
3.2.3.1.3 Exit
Select this option if you wish to exit from the menu mode.
3.3 Playback mode
Playback mode [ ] allows you to view, magnify your images or play video clips back. This
mode even provides thumbnail images display and slideshow, allowing you to quickly search
for the image that you want or play the images back one by one automatically.
3.3.1 Playback mode LCD monitor information (image)
These indicators are displayed when playing images back:
1. Card indicator
2. Battery level
3. Playback mode
4. DPOF icon
5. DPOF print number
6. Protect indicator
7. Index number
3.3.2 Playback mode LCD monitor information (video)
These indicators are displayed when playing video clips back:
1. Playback mode
2. Card indicator
3. Battery level
4. Index number of total
number
5. Video mode
6. Elapsed recording time
7. Elapsed playback
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3.3.3 Playback mode - the basics
3.3.3.1 Viewing images
To play back still images one at a time:
1. Press twice the MODE button to enter Playback mode
[].
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. View and select your captured images by using the [ ] /
[ ] button.
•To view the previous image, press the [ ] button.
•To view the next image, press the [ ] button.
• To exit Playback mode [ ], press the MODE button.
• The print indicator [ ] only appears on the LCD monitor when the image is set to print
out.
• If there is no image stored in the internal memory or on the memory card, [No Image]
message will appear on the LCD monitor.
3.3.3.2 Magnifying images
While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This
magnification allows you to view fine details.
1. Press twice the MODE button to enter Playback mode
[].
The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor.
2. View and select your images by using the [ ] / [ ]
button.
3. Enlarge the image by pressing the OK button.
Pressing the OK button once magnifies the image to 2X.
4. To return to the regular display from 4X-enlarged status,
press the OK button.
• Each press of the OK button, the modes switch cyclically:
1X J1.5X J2X J2.5X J3X J3.5X J4X J1X.
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3.3.3.3 Thumbnail display
This function allows you to view nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously
so that you can quickly scan for a particular image.
1. Press twice the MODE button to enter Playback
mode [ ].
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Use the [ ] / [ ] button to select [Thumbnails].
4. Press the OK button and nine thumbnail images
appear on the LCD monitor. (Assuming there are
nine or more recorded images in the memory.)
5. Use the [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] button to move to
the frame that you wish to display at regular size.
6. Press the OK button to display the selected image
on the full screen.
3.3.3.4 Slideshow display
Slideshow function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order as
a slideshow. This is a very useful and entertaining feature reviewing recorded images and for
presentations.
1. Press twice the MODE button to enter Playback mode
[ ]. Then press the MENU button to enter the
[Playback] menu.
2. Select [Slide Show] by using the [ ] / [ ] button,
and then press the OK button to enter the sub-menu.
3. Set the playback interval by using the [ ] / [ ]
button and press the OK button to confirm.
•The slideshow starts displaying your images on the
LCD monitor, one by one, with the interval that you set.
•To stop the slideshow display, press the OK button.
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3.3.3.5 Protecting files
This feature allows you to prevent captured images from being accidentally erased.
1. Press twice the MODE button to enter Playback mode
[ ]. Then press the MENU button to enter [Playback]
menu.
2. Select [Protect] by using the [ ] / [ ] button, and
press the OK button.
3. You can select to protect single image or all images at a
time by using the [ ] / [ ] button, and press the OK
button.
•[Single]: Protect one image at a time
•[All]: Protect all images once
4. Select [Lock] or [Unlock] by using the [ ] / [ ] button.
•[Lock]: Protect the selected image or all images.
•[Unlock]: Unlock the protected image or all images.
3.3.3.6 Deleting files
When you are not satisfied with the images or video clips, you may choose to delete them one
by one or all once. Please note that the deleted files cannot be recovered.
1. Press twice the MODE button to enter Playback mode
[].
The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor.
2. View and select unwanted files by using the [ ] / [ ]
button, and then press the Menu button.
3. Select [Delete] by using the [ ] / [ ] button, and
then press the OK button.
•If you want to delete a single file, use the [ ] / [ ]
button to select [Single], and then press the OK button.
•If you want to delete all the files, use the [ ] / [ ] button to select [All Images],
and then press the OK button.
4. Use the [ ] / [ ] button to select [Execute], and then press the OK button to confirm.
To cancel the action, select [Cancel].
5. To exit, press the MODE button again.
• Protected files cannot be deleted.
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