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- BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 1
DC S30 Digital Camera User's Manual Welcome - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 2
optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this company. Disclaimer BENQ Corporation makes no your camera in or near water. • If a foreign substance or water gets in your camera, please turn the power off immedi- ately and disconnect the batteries and - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 3
an AC Power Adapter 6 2.3 Charging the Battery 6 2.4 Loading an SD Memory Card 7 2.5 Attaching the Strap 8 3. Using the DC S30 9 3.1 Capture Mode 9 3.1.1 Composing Pictures 9 3.1.2 About the LCD Monitor Icons 9 3.1.3 Using the LCD Monitor in Manual Mode 10 3.1.4 LCD Monitor Display - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 4
TaBbelenoQf CDoCnte5n3t3s 0 Table of Contents 3.1.7 Using the Flash 12 3.1.8 Changing the Focus 13 3.1.9 Capture Mode Setup 14 3.3.10 SlideShow 26 3.4 Listening to Music 26 3.4.1 Transferring MP3 files to the Camera 26 3.4.2 Playing MP3 Files 27 3.4.3 Playing FM Radio Files 27 3.5 SET-UP - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 5
the Digital Camera Software 33 4.2 Bundled Software 34 4.3 Transferring Files with your PC 35 4.3.1 Transferring Images, Movies, and MP3 Files 35 4.4 Viewing Images on TV 36 5. Troubleshooting 37 5.1 Error Message Table 37 6. Specifications 38 7. Service information 40 Table - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 6
English TaBbelenoQf CDoCnte5n3t3s 0 Table of Contents IV Table of Contents - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 7
package includes the following items: 7 DC S30 Digital Camera 1 User's Manual Welcome BenQ 8 2 9 3 4 10 5 6 1. User's manual 2. DC S30 digital camera 3. AV cable 4. USB cable 5. Lithium-ion battery (rechargeable) 6. Hand strap 7. DC S30 software CD-ROM 8. Camera pouch 9. AC power adapter 10 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 8
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 1.2 DC S30 Components 1.2.1 Front View 1. Speaker 2. Shutter button 3. Built-in flash 4. Optical viewfinder 5. Lens/lens cover 3 6. Self-timer/AF assist lamp 4 7. Microphone 8. Earphone and A/V OUT terminal 9. USB port 5 10. DC IN 5V terminal 6 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 9
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 1.2.4 Button Functions 1. Macro 1 • Recording/Video Mode - press this repeat all, repeat one, standard play). Press for more than two seconds to lock camera buttons; only the power button functions in this mode. • FM Mode - press for . Touring your DC S30 3 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 10
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 1.2.5 Mode Dial 1. Manual Mode 1 2 2. Auto mode 3 3. Playback mode 4 4. Movie action completed 3. USB connection (non accessing) Processing Accessing mass storage Orange Battery charging in progress 1. Warning message 2. Power low Flash is charging - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 11
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 2 PREPARING YOUR DC S30 FOR USE The Lithium Ion battery enables you to capture images and video clips, and listen to music or FM radio on the go. Use the AC adapter whenever possible to conserve battery power. 2.1 Inserting the Battery 1. Turn the camera off. 2. - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 12
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 2.2 Using an AC Power Adapter 1. Make sure the camera power is off. B 2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the DC automatic power off of the camera. 2.3 Charging the Battery 1. Insert the battery as described in 2.1"Inserting the Battery" on page 5. 2. - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 13
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 2.4 Loading an SD Memory Card All images and video clips taken by the camera can be stored in an SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card as well as the camera's internal memory. Even if the camera's power is OFF, the images saved in the SD Memory Card are not erased. - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 14
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 2.5 Attaching the Strap To prevent accidentally dropping the camera when using your camera, always use the strap. 1. Thread the small loop of the hand strap through the strap eyelet on the camera (A). 2. Pull the large loop through the small A loop until the - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 15
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3 USING THE DC S30 This chapter describes the camera operating modes, and explains how to take pictures, make movies, and listen to audio such as MP3 files or FM radio. 3.1 Capture Mode Auto capture mode enables you to take pictures and allow the camera to set camera - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 16
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.3 Using the LCD Monitor in Manual Mode The following additional icons are displayed in the LCD screen when Manual mode is selected. White balance ISO Metering Macro mode 1 AA AA XL15 T W EV+1.0 Exposure value 3.1.4 LCD Monitor Display (Capture Mode - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 17
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.5 Using the Optical Zoom The lens moves during zoom photography. Zoom photography allows you to take telephoto and wide-angle shots. The subject appears closer by pressing the button and appears farther away by pressing the button. 1. Set the mode dial to Manual - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 18
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.7 Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can take an image using a suitable Flash mode to your circumstances. If you change the Flash mode, the camera is fixed to . 12 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 19
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.8 Changing the Focus 1. Set the mode dial to Manual mode or Auto mode . 2. Power on the camera. 3. Press the macro button . Macro button When Macro mode is enabled, the icon is DO NOT FORGET to reset the lens to the normal posi- tion. Using the DC S30 13 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 20
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.9 Capture Mode Setup This menu is for setting the basic setting to be used for photography in Manual and Auto capture modes. The Manual and Auto mode icons denote whether the be included in the shot. • Use a tripod for best results. 14 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 21
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.9.3 Resolution Set the desired image size. XL Extra Large: 2848 x 2160 pixels ( for different shooting conditions. A Auto: Select this mode to enable the camera to 1 make automatic adjustments. (default) XL A Portrait: Select this . Using the DC S30 15 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 22
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual Sport: Select this mode to take photographs of fast-moving subjects. Back Light: Select this mode when the subject has a strong light source behind it. 3.1.9.6 White Balance The camera Vivid: Photographs to bring out sharper and more vibrant colors. 16 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 23
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.9.8 ISO Set the photographic sensitivity at which the image is to be recorded. A Auto: Automatically set between ISO 100 to ISO 400. (default) ISO A 100 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 24
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.9.10 Exposure Value This setting allows you to intentionally lighten or darken the entire image. Use this setting when the optimum . In this case, you can check the brightness in the preview image directly (photographed still image). 18 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 25
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.1.9.11 Metering The camera calculates the exposure level before a photograph is taken. Center-weighted Average: The camera adjusts itself based on the average light measurement over the center region of the viewfinder. (default) Metering A Spot: The exposure - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 26
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.2 Taking Videos 7. Video mode enables you to record video clips. The video length depends on the capacity of the inserted memory card or built-in memory. Set the mode dial to take moving images with voice recording. The camera shows the preview image on the - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 27
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.3 Playing Back Images Playback mode enables you to view your images or movies either one at a time or in thumbnail mode. 1. Set the mode dial to and power on the camera. The last mode, and thumbnail mode. Standard Image Only Thumbnail Using the DC S30 21 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 28
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.3.2 Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so that you can quickly voice memo first by pressing MENU/C under Playback mode. Refer to 3.3.7.1"Erasing Files" on page 24. 22 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 29
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.3.4 Playing Back Movies Press the ) Movie playback mode 00:19/00:19 (Shutter) Playback in progress 3.3.5 Zoom Playback The camera has up to 4x playback digital zoom. While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected in the image. Using the DC S30 23 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 30
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.3.6 Erasing Images and Movies Press Q-VIEW/DEL to delete an image or movie during playback. You are prompted to confirm the deletion as You are prompted to confirm the deletion. 4. Select Yes and press LCD/SET to delete the files. Yes No 24 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 31
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual Note Images cannot be erased when they are protected or the SD Memory Card is writeprotected. 3.3.8 Thumbnail Mode 1. In Playback Mode, press the action. 4. Select Yes, and press LCD/SET to complete the action. Thumbnail Set Set Yes No Using the DC S30 25 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 32
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.3.10 SlideShow The slide show function enables you to play back your images the LCD screen does not turn off. • When a warning message (such as battery power empty warning) occurs, the MP3 playback stops and the camera emits warning sounds. 26 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 33
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.4.2 Playing MP3 Files Follow these instructions to play MP3 files. 1. Power on the camera FM Radio 01 / 01 TRACK 00:37/03:32 Your camera supports the following a•••udMBSioaitPmtryEapptGeleis-ns1:fgrAofrumedqi3uo2eLntoacyi3ees2r:-033k2b, p4s4.1, 48 kHz MP3 DC S30 27 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 34
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.5 SET-UP MODE This feature allows you to set up the default settings for using your camera in addition to image-related settings. Select your personal preferences for the camera with this select No. NumReset SD SD Set 09 / 07 / 2018 YMD YMD 28 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 35
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.5.3 Date/Time Enables you to set the date and time. 1. In Manual, Auto, or Movie mode, press MENU/C. 2. Press to navigate to the top of the menu, and and exit the date time submenu. To exit without saving the settings, press MENU/C. Using the DC S30 29 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 36
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual English 3.5.5 LCD Brightness Enables you to set the LCD brightness. 1. In Manual, Auto, or Tv Enables you to set the video out format for connecting the camera to your TV. 1. In Manual, Auto, or Movie mode, press MENU/C. 2. Press to navigate Reset 30 Using the DC S30 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 37
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual z 3.5.8 Power Saving z Enables you to set the power saving mode. 1. In Manual, Auto, or Movie mode, press MENU/C. 2. Press to navigate to the top of the menu, and then press to select Setup mode . 3. Select PowerSave. The - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 38
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 3.5.10 Reset Reset Enables you to reset the camera to factory defaults. 1. In Manual, Auto, or Movie mode, press MENU/C. 2. Press to navigate to the top of the menu, and then press to select Setup mode . 3. Select Reset . 4. Press - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 39
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 4 PC DEPENDENT FEATURES To use the PC dependent functions, you need to install your digital camera software and connect the camera to your PC. 4.1 Installing the Digital Camera Software • If your operating system is Windows 98SE, set up the DC S30 driver first. If - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 40
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 4.2 Bundled Software Software Description PhotoBase PhotoImpression management and show slide show photos on screen. BenQ Q-Music lets you manage your music selections, transfer MP3 files with your camera, create and manage playlists, convert your CDs tracks - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 41
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 4.3 Transferring Files with your PC This section explains how to transfer images, movies, and MP3 files with your PC using Windows XP/ME/2000/98SE 4.3.1 Transferring Images, Movies, and MP3 Files 1. Turn on the PC. 2. Switch on the camera. 3. Connect the camera - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 42
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 4.4 Viewing Images on TV 1. Turn on the TV. 2. Switch on the camera. 3. Connect the camera to the TV with the included AV cable as shown. 4. Switch your TV channel to the proper video mode for viewing video in media. Consult your TV users manual. 5. Playback - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 43
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 Error Message Table Symptoms Causes Solutions The power won't turn on. The power turns off during use. The battery power is being used up too quickly. The camera does not take pictures when the shutter button is pressed. The close-up - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 44
BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual Normal: 50 cm-infinity Mechanical shutter and Electrical shutter 1/30 ~ 1/1000 sec. Mechanical shutter Center-weighted Average, Spot Digital output connector: USB 1.1 AV output DC power input connector: 5V Specific rechargeable Lithium-ion battery / AC adapter / USB cable 96 - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 45
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual Camera Driver Software Application PC Driver (Windows 98SE / 2000 /ME / XP) Q-link Q-music PhotoBase PhotoImpression VideoImpression PhotoPrinter Acrobat Reader DirectX Media Player FOR WINDOWS System Requirements - BenQ DCS30 | User Manual - Page 46
English BenQ DC 5530 User's Manual 5 SERVICE INFORMATION Technical Support If you encountered problems using DC S30 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
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