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- Page 1 DC E40 Digital Camera User’s Manual Welcome...
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Page 2: Taking Care Of Your Camera
• 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. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
3.19 Macro and Normal Modes ....................22 3.20 Quick Review and Erase ..................... 23 ..................24 ECORDING OVIE LIPS Movie Recording Mode ..................... 24 4.1.1 Manual and Automatic Movie Recording Modes ..........25 4.1.2 Movie Recording Mode Camera Settings ............... 25 Table of Contents... - Page 4 Installing the Digital Camera Software ................48 Bundled Software ....................... 49 Transferring Files To/From a Computer ................50 9.3.1 Transferring Photos, Movie Clips, Sound Clips, and Music Files ......50 9.3.2 Using the QLink Software ..................51 9.3.3 Using the QLink Frame ................... 52 9.3.3.1...
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Page 5: Touring Your Dc E40
Hand strap with stylus DC E40 software CD-ROM AC power adapter USB converter AV cable If anything is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer. Save the packaging in the event you need to ship your camera for service. Touring Your DC E40... -
Page 6: Dc E40 Components
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, nor will this affect the pictures you take with the cam- era. -
Page 7: Using The Mode Switch
Unfold the stylus from the clip to use it. Operate the touch screen by tapping an icon with the stylus. Some features require tapping and holding an icon to change its value, and other icons, such as sliders, require tapping and dragging with the stylus to adjust the slider value. -
Page 8: Using The Navigation Button
Down 1.2.7 Using the Touch Screen BenQ DC E40 is equipped with a touch-sensitive LCD screen that enables you to change your camera’s settings and features quickly and conveniently. Tap the three buttons below the screen to access the following features:... -
Page 9: Preparing Your Dc E40 For Use
• Use only the specified battery type (lithium-ion battery). • If you are not going to use the battery for an extended time, remove it from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion. • Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments. Low temperatures reduce bat- tery life and performance. -
Page 10: Using An Ac Power Adapter
1. Turn the camera off. 2. Insert the battery as described on page 5. 3. Connect the AC power adapter as described in the section above, or connect the included USB cable to a computer USB port as described in “Transferring Files To/From a Computer”... -
Page 11: Inserting An Sd Memory Card
Use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty. • The battery may not begin charging immediately if it is too hot. In this case, let the cam- era cool before charging the battery. •... -
Page 12: Attaching The Hand Strap
Always use the hand strap to prevent accidentally dropping the camera. The hand strap is also a good way to keep your stylus nearby. 1. Thread the small loop of the hand strap through the strap eyelet at the top left corner of the rear of the camera 2. -
Page 13: Setting The Date And Time
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual Setting the Date and Time Before using your camera for the first time, set the date and time. For instructions, see “Setting the Date and Time” on page 42. Turning the Camera On Press and hold the Power button for two seconds to turn the camera on or off. -
Page 14: Taking Photos
Manual mode allows you to adjust individual camera settings, such as focus metering and EV bias, in order to attain special photographic effects, or to fine-tune results to match specific lighting conditions. This chapter describes the camera settings that are available in each photo mode. -
Page 15: About The Lcd Screen Icons
About the LCD Screen Icons The LCD screen displays icons that show the camera’s current settings. The diagram below shows all of the icon types available in Snapshot mode. Refer to the table on the following page for a complete description of each. - Page 16 BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual The following table shows all of the Snapshot mode icons that can be shown on the LCD screen. For more information, refer to the indicated page number. Setting Mode Icon Page Setting Mode Icon Page...
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Page 17: Switching The Lcd Display Mode
Note • The image on the LCD screen may appear dark when used in sunlight or bright lighting. This is not a malfunction. You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen as shown on page 43. • Using the LCD screen for extended periods consumes battery power and therefore decreases the number of photos you can take. -
Page 18: Selecting The Scene Mode
Using the Flash Use the flash to brighten photos of subjects taken in dark or non-optimal lighting conditions. The DC E40 is equipped with four Flash settings that can be used in both Auto and Manual Photo modes. The Scene mode must be set to Auto in order to change the flash setting manually. -
Page 19: Using The Digital Zoom
Do not use the flash at close distances from young children. Using the Digital Zoom The DC E40 is equipped with a 4x digital zoom that enlarges images so that the subject appears to be closer. 1. Set the Photo mode (see page 13). -
Page 20: Using The Self-Timer
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual Using the Self-Timer The self-timer enables you to put yourself in the picture. When the Self-Timer is turned on, the camera takes the photo 10 seconds after the Shutter button is pressed. 1. Tap the Menu button Self-timer 2. -
Page 21: Image Size
1600x1200 2048x1536 1280x968 Note • Use a lower image size if you want to store more photos in a limited amount of memory. • Continuous Shot mode cannot be used when the image size is set to 6M (2848x2136) Taking Photos... -
Page 22: Image Quality
Normal 3.13 White Balance White balance is a measure of the ‘coolness’ of white light. If your photos have a reddish tinge, it probably means that the white balance is set incorrectly. 1. Make sure the camera is in Manual mode... -
Page 23: Iso Setting
Fluorescent Light Suitable for subjects lit by fluorescent lighting. Note To adjust the white balance, the camera must be set to Manual Photo mode with the Scene mode set to Auto 3.14 ISO Setting The camera’s sensitivity to light is configured by the ISO setting. -
Page 24: Photo Effect
• spotlit subject, especially against dark backgrounds • scenes with low reflectivity, such as green or dark foliage The DC E40 supports the following EV values: -2.0, -1.6, -1.3, -1.0, -0.6, -0.3, 0.0, 0.3, 0.6, 1.0, 1.3, 1.6, and 2.0. -
Page 25: Metering
4. Use the stylus or Navigation button to increase decrease the value. DISP DISP 5. Tap OK to set the value. The menu screen appears with the ISO Setting icon you chose. 6. Tap the Return icon to exit the menu and return to Photo Ev:+0.0 mode. -
Page 26: Date Imprint
DISP DISP Note For instructions on changing the date format, see page 42. 3.19 Macro and Normal Modes A switch on the side of the DC E40 enables you to change between Macro and Normal modes. Use Macro for close-up shots of people or objects within Macro 30 to 100 cm (12 to 40 inches) of the camera lens. -
Page 27: Quick Review And Erase
• Deleting a photo cannot be undone. • You can also delete photos at any time by using the Erase function in Playback mode. See “Erasing Single Files” on page 39 and “Erasing All Files” on page 39. Taking Photos... -
Page 28: Recording Movie Clips
You can also press OK (push the Navigation button) or the shutter button to start recording. 4. The elapsed recording time appears in red at the top right corner of the LCD screen. 5. Tap the stop button to finish recording. -
Page 29: Manual And Automatic Movie Recording Modes
DISP DISP 4.1.2 Movie Recording Mode Camera Settings To adjust the white balance, EV bias, and metering in Movie Recording mode, follow the instructions given in Snapshot mode. Icon Setting Page... -
Page 30: Recording
You can also press OK to REC. start recording (push the Navigation button), or press the shutter button. 4. The elapsed recording time appears in red next to the microphone icon in the center of the LCD screen. 5. Tap the stop icon , press OK, or press the shutter button to finish recording. -
Page 31: Playing Back Photos , Movies And
Playback mode works with the lens cover open or closed. In Playback mode you can review all of the images, movies, and sound clips stored in the camera’s internal memory or on the installed SD memory card. Files are played back in the order in which they were recorded. -
Page 32: Zoom And Pan
Navigation button to view the next or previous image. 6.1.1 Zoom and Pan When a photo is displayed on the LCD screen in Playback mode, you can zoom in or out, and pan up, down, left, or right across the image to view it in closer detail. -
Page 33: Viewing Thumbnails
Movie clip (see “Viewing Movie Clips” on page 30) Sound clip (see “Listening to Sound Clips” on page 31) 3. Tap on a thumbnail to view it at full-size in the LCD screen or press OK to view the selected file. -
Page 34: Viewing Movie Clips
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual Viewing Movie Clips You can play movie clips that are stored in the camera’s internal memory or on the installed SD memory card when the camera is in Playback mode. Current file #/Total # of files... -
Page 35: Listening To Sound Clips
1. Set the Mode switch to Playback mode. 2. Scroll until you come to a sound clip. You will know it is a sound clip if you see the sound clip playback screen, or when you see a sound clip thumbnail (see “Viewing Thumbnails”... -
Page 36: Special Playback Functions
Pressing OK on the Navigation button will also pause playback. Special Playback Functions To access special functions in Playback mode , tap the Menu icon. Depending on the type of file you are currently viewing (photo, movie clip, or sound clip) the following functions are available. Icon Function Description... -
Page 37: Scrawling
Scrawling allows you to write a note or draw a sketch on top of a photograph. You can choose the thickness of the pen or eraser, the color, and decide to save the edited picture as a new file. 1. In Playback mode, select a photo (not a movie or sound clip). -
Page 38: Adding A Frame
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual 6.4.2 Adding a Frame The DC E40 comes with up to 20 different frame designs that you can add to your photos for a fun and interesting effect. 1. In Playback mode, select a photo (not a movie or sound clip). -
Page 39: Adding A Voice Memo
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual 6.4.3 Adding a Voice Memo Adding a voice memo is a useful way of adding notes and reminders to photos. 1. In Playback mode, select a photo (not a movie or sound clip). Record Voice Memo 2. -
Page 40: Listening To Voice Memos
DISP Note • A photo can have only one voice memo. If you record a voice memo for a photo with an existing voice memo, the previous voice memo will be erased. 6.4.5 Erasing Voice Memos Follow these steps to erase a voice memo that was previously added to a photo. -
Page 41: Playing A Slide Show
DISP DISP 0017/0019 11-05 Locked 1.0x 1.0x icon DISP Note • To delete a file that is locked, you must first unlock it. See “Unlocking Single Files” on page 38. Playing Back Photos, Movies and Sound Clips... -
Page 42: Locking All Files
3. Tap the Lock All icon. 4. Tap Yes to lock all files or tap No to return to the Lock menu. 5. Tap Return . The Locked icon appears at the top left corner of the playback screen for all photos, movie clips, and sound clips. -
Page 43: Erasing Single Files
Erasing a photo, movie clip, or sound clip permanently removes the file from memory. It cannot be recovered. It is strongly suggested that you lock files that you are certain you want to keep. See “Locking and Unlocking Files” on page 37 for more information. -
Page 44: Camera Settings
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual AMERA ETTINGS Camera settings can be accessed in any mode by tapping the Menu button and then tapping the Setup icon. Some settings are located on the second setup screen, accessed by tapping Next You can change or adjust a number of basic camera settings including:... -
Page 45: Memory: Copying And Formatting
Formatting an SD card or internal memory permanently removes all files, even if files are locked (see “Locking and Unlocking Files” on page 37). • If an SD card is corrupted or you are having problems storing files on the camera, for- matting the card will usually solve the problem. •... -
Page 46: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Setting the date and time correctly is important as this information is stored with the photos you take, and is used if you have turned Date Imprint on (see “Date Imprint” on page 22). 1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup 2. -
Page 47: Lcd Brightness
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual LCD Brightness The brightness of the LCD screen can be set to Bright or Bright Normal. The Bright setting is useful for use in brightly-lit areas, however, battery power is consumed at a faster rate. -
Page 48: Video Output
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual Video Output The camera’s TV out port provides audio and video output for listening to sound clips and viewing photos or video clips on a standard TV screen. Use the Audio/Video setup function to set the operating mode. -
Page 49: Language
DISP DISP Note • If you accidentally set the language to one that you don’t understand, you can restore your preferred language by tapping the appropriate language icon. 7.10 Default Setting Selecting this functions returns all camera settings to the Reset to Default ? condition they were in at the factory. -
Page 50: Software Version
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual 7.11 Software Version This function displays the version number of the software installed in the DC E40. Should you ever require technical assistance (see “Service Information” on page 56), the V1000 technician you speak to may request this information. -
Page 51: Connecting To Atv
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual ONNECTING TO A You can connect the DC E40 to a television and view photos and movie clips on a large screen. Use the included AV to connect the DC E40 to your television as illustrated below. Your own television input jacks may differ from the illustration. -
Page 52: Connecting To A Computer
The setup menu appears. • Click each item to install the software program of your choice. To browse the content of this CD and install software manually, refer to the descriptions of the CD content in the next section. -
Page 53: Bundled Software
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual Bundled Software The software installation CD-ROM included with the DC E40 includes the following software. Please refer to the software’s help or electronic user manual for instructions. Software Description PhotoBase Arcsoft PhotoBase enables you to efficiently find and organize your media-files. -
Page 54: Transferring Files To/From A Computer
BenQ DC 5530 User’s Manual Transferring Files To/From a Computer This section explains how to transfer images, movies between your camera and a PC using Windows XP/ME/2000/98SE. 9.3.1 Transferring Photos, Movie Clips, Sound Clips, and Music Files This section shows you how to use the Windows Explorer utility to manipulate files between your camera and a PC. -
Page 55: Using The Qlink Software
6. Photos, movie clips, and sound clips stored on your camera are displayed in the preview screen at center. 7. The buttons at the left of the screen allow you to view a slide show, e-mail selected photos, print selected photos, edit photos, change program settings, and exit the program. -
Page 56: Using The Qlink Frame
1. Turn on the computer and start the QLink software. 2. Turn on the camera. 3. Connect the camera to the PC with the included USB cable. Ensure that the connection is secure. 4. Tap “QLink-Frame” on the camera’s LCD screen. The software takes a moment to detect and mount the camera. -
Page 57: Downloading Frames
The DC E40 comes with 10 fun photo frames pre-installed in the camera’s internal memory. You can download and install up to 10 more frames styles and also get more information about downloading frames at other locations on the BenQ Web site at the following address: www.BenQ.com.tw/global/... -
Page 58: Troubleshooting
• The power has not been switched • Switch on the power. The close-up image is • Select the correct focus range. • If the subject is within 30 to 100 cm blurred. (12 to 40 inches), select Macro mode. -
Page 59: Specifications
ISO Equivalent Auto, 100, 200 White Balance Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Tungsten / Fluorescent Flash Auto / Forced Flash / Flash Off / Red - Eye Reduction Self-Timer 10 seconds File Format Still image: JPEG (EXIF 2.2) Movie Mode... -
Page 60: System Requirements
ERVICE NFORMATION If you encountered problems using DC E40 and the camera driver program, please send an E- mail (containing detailed descriptions of the problem you came upon, the hardware and software environment of your system) to the following addresses: USA: support-sc@BenQ.com...
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