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  • Page 1 DC T1260 Digital Camera User Manual Welcome...
  • Page 2 TW patent I321258 Copyright Copyright 2010 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication 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.
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Operating Environment

    • 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 batteries. Next, remove the foreign substance or water and send it to the maintenance center.
  • Page 5 Do not hold the camera by excessive To avoid accidental falling, please attach force. Plus, be sure to protect the the hand strap to the camera and always camera from strong impacts. hold the camera by keeping the hand strap around your wrist. If the battery suddenly depleted and When the camera is not in use, always caused the lens fail to retract, please...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Touring the camera ......1 Pre-composition ....... 20 Smile Catch ........20 Checking the package contents ..1 Web Auction ........20 Camera components ......2 Movie Record mode settings ... 21 Front and bottom views ....2 System settings ......

  • Page 7: Touring The Camera

    Touring the camera 1 Touring the camera Checking the package contents Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. 1. Quick Guide 2. Digital camera 3. USB cable 4. Battery 5. Leather case 6. Software & User Manual CD 7.

  • Page 8: Camera Components

    2 Touring the camera Camera components Front and bottom views 1. T (Tele): Zoom-in / Shooting mode description on or off 2. Shutter button 3. W (Wide): Zoom-out (capture) / thumbnail or calendar view (playback) 4. Power button 5. S.S.F. (Super Shake-Free) button 6.

  • Page 9: Preparing The Camera For Use

    Preparing the camera for use 3 Preparing the camera for use Use only the specified battery for the camera, and always turn off the camera before removing the battery. To install the battery: 1. Open the battery/card cover (A). 2. Insert the battery in the correct direction by matching the + - label on the battery slot (B).

  • Page 10: Using Touch Screen And Buttons

    4 Preparing the camera for use • Damage caused by the use of an incorrect charger set is not covered under the warranty. • The battery may be warm after being charged or used. This is normal and not a malfunction.

  • Page 11: Initial Setting

    Preparing the camera for use 5 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. To set up language, date, and time for the first time: 1.

  • Page 12: Operating The Camera

    6 Operating the camera 4. Tap the Day column and tap to select the correct day. 5. Tap time (as indicated on the right) and select hour, minute, and AM/PM. 6. Tap Operating the camera The procedure below is a general guideline for basic operation. It is particularly useful if you are new to the camera.

  • Page 13: Viewing Captured Images And Videos

    Viewing captured images and videos 7 Viewing captured images and videos To enter the playback mode, press to view files captured by this camera. To view the previous file: • Tap anywhere on the screen to switch to the • Tap swipe-and-slide view.
  • Page 14 8 Viewing captured images and videos To toggle among different views: • In this view, you can tap for options. Plus, slide to T or circle (either clockwise or counterclockwise) the image on the screen if you want to enlarge the current image (not available for an audio or video file).

  • Page 15: Capture Mode

    Capture mode 9 • For a video file, tap to start playback. • Anytime in the playback mode, you can press or the shutter to switch to the capture mode. • For image/audio/video files captured by other devices, your camera may not be able to show the detailed file information (such as resolution) or to edit them.

  • Page 16: Shooting Mode

    10 Capture mode Zoom bar Resolution Quality Number of shots available Battery status S.S.F. (Super Shake-Free) Face Tracking Displayed information Shooting mode Select one of the following shooting modes to fit your shooting condition. Icon Mode Description Auto The camera automatically decides most settings, so you can capture images with ease.
  • Page 17 Capture mode 11 Self Portrait Helps take a picture of yourself (and other subjects if available). Love Portrait Takes a self portrait with at least two faces in a confined area. Pre-Composition Captures the background first, so the helper can use it to take the final shot.

  • Page 18: Flash Mode

    12 Capture mode To select a shooting mode: 1. Tap the top-left icon (representing the current shooting mode) from the display screen. 2. Tap to move to the shooting mode (represented by the middle thumbnail; a sample image might also display depending on the shooting mode you select) you want and tap the middle thumbnail.

  • Page 19: Drive Mode

    Capture mode 13 To select a flash mode: 1. Tap the 2nd top-left icon (current Flash mode). 2. Tap another icon of your choice. Drive mode Icon Mode Description 10 sec Self-timer Automatically takes a picture after a 10 second delay. This mode is useful when you want to be part of the picture.

  • Page 20: Menu

    14 Capture mode To select a focus mode: 1. Tap the 4th top-left icon (current Drive mode). 2. Tap another icon of your choice. Menu Accesses other options such as image size, EV, ISO, and so on. To select an option under Menu: 1.

  • Page 21: Ev Compensation

    Capture mode 15 To select an image quality level: 1. Tap > Quality (under 2. Tap a quality option. 3. Tap to exit. EV compensation EV (exposure value) lightens or darkens the entire image. Adjust EV compensation when the brightness between the subject and the background is not balanced, or when the subject occupies only a small part of the picture.

  • Page 22: Iso Sensitivity

    16 Capture mode To select white balance: 1. Tap > White Balance (under 2. Tap a white balance option or tap to move to other options. 3. Tap to exit. ISO sensitivity The higher the ISO value, the more noise you may see in the image. Icon Description Automatically sets the ISO value.

  • Page 23: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)

    Capture mode 17 To select an AE option: 1. Tap > Metering (under 2. Tap a metering option. 3. Tap to exit. Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) When AEB is on, the camera automatically takes 3 pictures with different EV compensation for you to choose from later.

  • Page 24: Setting Sharpness, Saturation & Contrast

    18 Capture mode Setting sharpness, saturation & contrast You can adjust how colors appear in the pictures by setting sharpness, saturation, and contrast. 1. Tap 2. Tap Sharpness, Saturation, or Contrast (under 3. Select High, Normal, or Low. 4. Tap to exit.

  • Page 25: Date Stamp

    Capture mode 19 Digital Zoom Turns on the digital zoom feature. Turns off the digital zoom feature. Date Stamp When Date Stamp is on, it prints the date , or date & time (when the currently selected image was taken) to this image. Instant Review When Instant Review is on, the image or video you just captured is displayed on the screen for a few seconds, you can have a quick review of the file.

  • Page 26: Pre-Composition

    20 Capture mode 2. Tap > > 3. Once faces are detected, the camera will automatically take a picture after a two-second countdown. During the countdown, you can press the shutter to cancel the countdown. The camera will then start detecting faces again. 4.

  • Page 27: Movie Record Mode Settings

    Capture mode 21 3 shots Takes three pictures based on the numeric order shown below: 4 shots Takes four pictures based on the numeric order shown below: 3. Press the shutter to take one picture. 4. If you are satisfied with the this picture, tap Yes to take the next one. (If you want to re-take the previous picture, tap Cancel and repeat Step 3.) 5.

  • Page 28: System Settings

    22 System settings Pre-record When Pre-record is on, the camera repeats recording a short video clip for a 3-second duration before you press the shutter. Once you press the shutter, the previous 3- second video clip will be combined into the current video you are shooting.
  • Page 29 System settings 23 Manage Memory Formats the internal memory or the SD card. You can also copy all files from the internal memory to an inserted memory card. Reset All Returns all settings to the factory default values or resets the file number. Auto Rotation Automatically changes the image orientation (for viewing on the camera only;...

  • Page 30: Playback Mode

    24 Playback mode Playback mode Press to enter the playback mode. You can tap to show different information on the screen. 01259/10897 01259/10897 • When the camera is off, pressing will enter the playback mode. • In the capture mode, press to enter the playback mode.

  • Page 31: Search Photos

    Playback mode 25 To select a playback/edit option: 1. Press and select an image. Then tap 2. The available icons of playback/edit options show. Tap the one you need. Options available may vary depending on the image size. If you are in the swipe-and-slide view, 4 options are shown on the screen for you to use. For other options, tap anywhere on the screen and tap •...

  • Page 32: Slideshow

    26 Playback mode Slideshow Shows a series of files using the options below: Icon Mode Description Interval Sets the time interval between each file to display. Transition Sets the transition effect between each file to display. Repeat Sets whether to show this series of files in a loop. Start Once all the above 3 options are set, tap Start to see the slideshow.

  • Page 33: Photo Effect

    Playback mode 27 Photo Effect Changes the color tone of an image. Option Description Normal No effect is added to the image. Sepia Recorded image will be stored in a sepia tone. B&W Convert image to black & white. Negative Opposite what they were in the original image.

  • Page 34: Voice Memo

    28 Playback mode Eraser Removes part or all of the scribbles. To use the eraser: 1. Tap 2. On the touch screen, tap the location where you want to remove the scribbles, and then drag your finger or stylus to start removing. Undo / Redo Used to undo or redo your last move.

  • Page 35: Protect

    Playback mode 29 Protect Prevents selected files from accidental removal using one of the following options: Icon Mode Description Single Enables protection for the currently selected file. As you move between files, you can tap Protect to enable protection or tap Unprotect to disable protection. Select Enables protection for the files that you select (by tapping associated thumbnails).

  • Page 36: Dpof

    30 Playback mode DPOF Enters the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) data for selected images or all images. A DPOF-compatible printer can read this data for printing. Icon Mode Description Single Enables (you will need to enter the number of images to print) or disables DPOF for the currently selected image.

  • Page 37: Bundled Software

    Bundled software 31 Bundled software The camera provides the following programs on a CD. ArcSoft Combines photo editing with creative enhancement and sharing tools PhotoImpression 5 that maximize your digital media experience. ArcSoft Creates multimedia presentations by combining photos and video VideoImpression 2 clips with audio, text and scene transitions.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Camera To An Av System

    32 Connecting the camera to an AV system Connecting the camera to an AV system You can play files in your camera with an AV system, such as a TV or projector. To connect the camera to an AV system: 1.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting And Service Information

    Troubleshooting and service information 33 Troubleshooting and service information If your camera cannot operate normally, see the frequently encountered problems and solutions listed below. If the problem persists, contact your nearest service center or technical support. Problem Cause Solution The camera There is no battery or the battery is Insert the battery correctly.

  • Page 40: Technical Support

    These pictures are taken by Enlarging these pictures could pictures look another camera. solve the problem. unclear or be read improperly during playback? Technical support For technical assistance, firmware updates, product information, user manual, and news releases, visit the following web site: http://www.BenQ.com...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Specifications 35 Specifications Image sensor Sharp 12M CCD; size: 1/2.3-inch LCD display 3" LCD 230k pixels Zoom Optical: 4X Digital: 5X (preview) / 12 (playback) Lens f = 5.05 (W) ~ 20.2 (T) mm F= 2.8 (W) ~ 6.3 (T) (f = 28 mm ~ 112 mm, 35mm equivalent) Focus range Normal: W = 12 cm ~ Infinity...
  • Page 42 36 Specifications Interface Digital output: USB 2.0 Compatible Audio/Video output (NTSC/PAL) PictBridge compatible Power source 700 mAh Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery; CIPA approx 150 base on bundle Li-ion battery Working temperature 0 - 40 degrees Celsius Dimensions 91.6 x 57.8 x 16.3 mm (W x H x D) Weight 110 g (without battery &...

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