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Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes.
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BenQ ecoFACTS label lists key eco-friendly design highlights of each product, hoping to ensure that consumers make informed green choices at purchase. Check out BenQ’s CSR Website at...
Table of contents Important safety information ..................8 Battery usage ............................9 Safety instructions for underwater use ....................9 WEEE ..............................10 Get started ........................10 Package contents ..........................11 Overview .............................. 12 Front view ............................12 Rear view ............................12 Remove the back cover ........................13 Insert a nano-SIM card ........................
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Learn the basics ..........................34 Set the date and time ........................34 Pair ..............................35 Live view ............................37 Use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app ....................37 Features ............................37 Operating system requirements ....................38 Install the app ..........................38 Set up the app ..........................
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Auto power off ........................... 50 Orientation ............................51 Loop............................... 51 Delete ..............................52 Format ..............................52 Update your camera .......................... 53 Password .............................. 53 Reset your camera ..........................54 Check your camera’s firmware version ..................54 Set up the Live-view RC watch .................. 55 Stopwatch .............................
Otherwise the external insulation may be damaged and result in short-circuit or fire. If there are strange odors or heat emitting from this camera or any signs of malfunction, disconnect this camera from the power immediately and contact your BenQ dealer for an inspection or service.
Incorrect use of the battery may cause a leak of chemicals or explosion. The leak of chemicals may harm the skin and erode the metal contacts. If any chemicals leak from the device, use a dry cloth to wipe it clean and contact your BenQ dealer or service center for help.
Recycling information: See http://www.benq.com/support/recycle for details. Get started This 4G Connected Cam provides high speed data transmission and wider bandwidth for...
Package contents Check the sales package for the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase immediately. 4G Connected Cam Live-view RC watch Li-ion battery Waterproof case Vest holder Swivel T-Tip USB power adapter USB cable Watch charging cable T-Tip adapter (already attached...
Remove the back cover Slide down to remove the back cover of your camera. Insert a nano-SIM card Do not use a micro-SIM card in this camera. Using incompatible SIM cards may damage the card or the camera. Lift up the protective rubber flap , and fully insert the nano-SIM card with the cut corner at the top right and its metal contacts facing down until it clicks into place.
Install the battery Align the mark on the battery with the one on the camera, and install the battery with the ribbon under it. Make sure the end of the ribbon is exposed. Battery removal ribbon To remove the battery Pull the battery removal ribbon to eject the battery , and then take it out...
Install the back cover Slide to install and lock the back cover into place. Insert a microSD card (optional) The camera supports microSD cards (formatted in FAT32 only) up to 64 GB in size. The microSD card is available only by separate purchase. 1.
Charge your camera Use original approved accessories only. 1. With the battery installed in your camera, insert the smaller end of the USB cable into your camera’s micro USB port. 2. Insert the larger end of the USB cable into the USB power adapter. 3.
Assemble the waterproof case 1. Place your camera inside the waterproof case , and then close the waterproof cover When placing the camera inside the waterproof case, ensure that the camera is perfectly aligned and evenly inserted.
2. While pushing the waterproof cover , simultaneously flip the latch to lock the cover Place anti-fog desiccants Placing anti-fog desiccants inside the waterproof case helps to absorb water and avoid fogging. Replace the desiccants after every three times of use, each use for about two hours. Before using your camera under water or in a humid environment: 1.
Assemble the swivel T-Tip Attaching the swivel T-Tip allows you to use your camera with various mounts and accessories, and swivel your camera back and forth, depending on the angle you want. A. Use with the waterproof case 1. Assemble the waterproof case to your camera. 2.
B. Use with the vest holder 1. Place your camera inside the vest holder , and then flip the latch over your camera 2. Flip down the latch to lock the vest holder...
3. Lock the T-Tip adapter to the bottom of the vest holder. 4. Follow steps 2-3 on from A to lock the swivel T-Tip to the vest holder and the adhesive socket (purchase upon request). Replace the T-Tip adapter Depending on the accessories and the angles you want to use with the camera, the T-Tip adapter may be detached and attached to the waterproof case or the vest holder.
Attach the T-Tip converter Use the T-Tip converter to connect your camera to screw-lock type accessories (separate purchase). 1. Place your camera inside the waterproof case or the vest holder. 2. Slip in to lock the T-Tip converter to the T-Tip adapter. 3.
Use your 4G Connected Cam A nano-SIM card is required to use cellular services when connecting to 4G LTE or 3G networks. Turn on/off the power Press and hold Identify the OLED screen The icons shown in the screen above may vary depending on the mode your camera is in. No.
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• : The GPS function is turned on • : Current location is positioned To read the SMS messages, use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app installed on your mobile device. For detailed instructions, please refer to “Read your messages” on page Storage space available in the following drives: •...
Identify the LED indicators Behavior Meaning indicator The battery is charging. Solid red After the battery is fully charged, the indicator goes out. Smart flash Take photos using the self-timer. Flashing red every 3 seconds The battery power is low. Flashing green every 3 The camera is in standby mode.
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. Change modes Press to go through the following modes. Video Photo Live streaming Settings Pairing Set the date and time 1. Press > the Settings mode > press >...
“Control your 4G Connected Cam” on page To view the photos taken, use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app installed on your mobile device or transfer files to your computer. For detailed instructions, please refer to “Manage photos and videos”...
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. Take continuous photos (burst mode) Quickly capture a number of consecutive shots. 1. Press > the Settings mode > press > SETUP > press 2. Press > CAM MODE > press 3.
BenQ 4G Live Cam app installed on your mobile device. For detailed instructions, please refer to “Control your 4G Connected Cam” on page To watch the videos recorded, use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app installed on your mobile device or transfer files to your computer. For detailed instructions, please refer to “Manage photos and videos”...
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: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. 3. Press > CAM MODE > press 4. Press > VIDEO > press 5. Press > LAPSE > press 6. Press > desired time interval > press > EXIT > press 7.
Manage photos and videos To view or share the photos and videos captured with your camera, use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app running from your mobile device, or transfer the files to your computer. For detailed instructions, please refer to “Use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app”...
Control your 4G Connected Cam Use the Live-view RC watch Overview No. Item MODE/SLEEP PHOTO Charging port NEXT VIDEO PREV (Previous) The Live-view RC watch hereinafter is called the “watch”. Charge the battery 1. Press the cover lock to release the protective cover. 2.
3. Insert the larger end of the watch charging cable into the USB power adapter. 4. Plug the USB power adapter into an electrical outlet to start charging. 5. When charging is complete (approximately 2 hours), the screen displays a “battery full”...
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. 3. Use VIDEO or PHOTO to adjust the value, set time format or color of the clock display. 4. Press SET to apply changes and exit the date/time setting screen. Pair The network data of your camera is turned on by default.
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B. On your watch 1. Press MODE/SLEEP to switch to viewfinder mode. 2. Press and hold SET to enter the SET menu. 3. Press NEXT repeatedly to display the Pairing screen, and then press VIDEO. Press VIDEO again to delete current pairing. 4.
Use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app Features The BenQ 4G Live Cam app is used to control your camera, including live preview on your mobile device (tablet or phone) when capturing photos/videos, reading your messages, logging into your Google account to enable live streaming videos to YouTube...
Install the app 1. Search for and download the BenQ 4G Live Cam app from the APP Store (for iOS) or the Google Play™ store (for Android OS) on your mobile device.
2. Select “BenQ QC1 XXXXX” on the WLAN network list. XXXXX indicates the last 5 digits of your camera’s IMEI number. 3. Enter the default password (00000000) and touch “Connect”. When the status bar at the top shows , your mobile device’s WLAN connection is successful.
Main screen overview No. Meaning WLAN signal strength of the camera Camera battery level Nano-SIM card status of the camera MicroSD card status of the camera Preview screen Photo/Video resolution Select photo/video mode types Live streaming mode Photo mode Video mode Shutter Manage photos/videos captured Settings...
Set up your account to live stream to YouTube Before setting up your account for live streaming, ensure that: You have a valid Google account and a YouTube channel of your own. For information on creating your Google account and YouTube channel, visit https://support.google.com/ accounts and https://support.google.com/youtube.
Take photos 1. On your mobile device, touch in the main screen of the app to enter the Photo mode. 2. Aim your camera at your object, which will be shown on the preview screen of your mobile device. 3. Back in the app, touch to take a photo.
3. Back in the app, touch to start recording. The REC icon turns red, and displays at the top, indicating the elapsed time of the current recording 4. Touch again to stop recording. Live stream videos to YouTube If you are using this function for the first time, you have to set up and log into your Google account first.
When you live stream a video to YouTube, a copy of this recording will be saved. You can later use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app to watch a replay of the that recording. For detailed instructions, please refer to...
To view the downloaded files, touch Set up your camera You can use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app to set up your camera. During setup, your camera and the mobile device must remain paired.
After changing the WLAN password, your mobile device will automatically be disconnected from the camera. Turn on your mobile device’s WLAN setting, select “BenQ QC1 XXXXX” and then touch “Forget”. Select “BenQ QC1 XXXXX” again from the WLAN list, touch “Connect”...
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. Set up your 4G Connected Cam Press > the Settings mode > press Press to go through menu options > press > EXIT > press To return to the previous menu level, press Network This function is switched on by default and allows you to stream live videos and to share your camera’s mobile data connection as a portable WLAN hotspot.
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. 1. Press > SETUP > press > NETWORK > press 2. Press 3. Press > ROAMING > press > ON > press 4. Press Enable this function to let your camera collect your location data from the mobile network, and tag your location to the photos you take.
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. Video resolution To set the video resolution: > SETUP > press 1. Press 2. Press > VIDEO > press To set the video resolution and quality when recording in Live streaming mode: >...
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. 3. Press to go through the resolution options > press Volume Adjust or turn off the camera sounds. > MORE > press 1. Press 2. Press > VOLUME > press 3.
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. 2. Press > POWEROFF > press 3. Press to go through the options > press Orientation Set the screen orientation. This is useful when you mount the camera upside down. 1.
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. 3. Press > ON > press Delete This operation is irreversible. Consider backing up photos/videos captured to your computer or a secondary storage device first. > MORE > press 1.
Password If you have changed or forgotten the WLAN password for your BenQ 4G Live Cam app, you can use this option to reset it back to default. > MORE > press 1.
: Press repeatedly to go through options. : Press to confirm selection. 3. Press > RESET > press To change your camera’s WLAN password, use the BenQ 4G Live Cam app. For detailed instructions, please refer to “Change the WLAN password” on page Reset your camera Performing this action will restore your camera to its factory state and erase all your user settings from your camera’s internal storage.
Set up the Live-view RC watch Press PREV repeatedly to go through the following functions. Clock Stopwatch Alarm clock Countdown timer Stopwatch 1. Press PREV repeatedly to display the stopwatch. 2. Press VIDEO to start/pause the stopwatch. 3. To add laps while the stopwatch is running, press NEXT. 4.
Countdown timer 1. Press PREV repeatedly to display the countdown timer. 2. Press VIDEO to start/pause the countdown with default end time. To set the countdown time, press and hold SET until the hour starts to flash. Press NEXT repeatedly to select the desired field, and then press VIDEO or PHOTO to adjust the value.
Sound 1. Press MODE/SLEEP to switch to viewfinder mode. Then, press and hold SET to display the SET menu. 2. Press NEXT repeatedly to display the Sound screen, and then press VIDEO. 3. Press PREV or NEXT to enable or disable the sound, and then press VIDEO to confirm selection.
Troubleshoot Frequently asked questions and common problems that may occur while using your camera are explained in this section. If a problem persists and you can’t resolve it, contact your place of purchase or our service center. Power/battery My camera/watch does not switch on or charge. If the battery is fully discharged, the camera/watch cannot be switched on immediately when the power adapter is connected.
Pair I have trouble pairing my camera with the Live-view RC watch. Check and perform the following actions: The network data of your camera is switched on (please refer to “Network” on page 47). You have selected WATCH in the camera’s Pairing mode. Follow the steps below to reconnect your watch with your camera.
I have trouble pairing my camera with my mobile device. Check and perform the following actions: The network data of your camera is switched on (please refer to “Network” on page 47). You have selected MOBILE in the camera’s Pairing mode. The WLAN connection icon appears on your mobile device’s status bar and shows strong signals.
RF exposure CE SAR compliance This camera meets the EU requirements (1999/519/EC) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection. The limits are part of extensive recommendations for the protection of the general public.
We, BenQ Corporation, Address: 16 Jihu Road, Neihu, Taipei 114, Taiwan Declare under our sole responsibility that the product: Model: 4GEE ACTION CAM/QC1 Intended use: Camera WCDMA/LTE800/LTE1800/LTE2600/IEEE 802.11b/g/n To which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents: 1.