BenQ S21 Series Specifications

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10 13. Whenever there is data in the external memory card, you should make a backup copy to a computer or disc. So, you can have a backup solution

11 5. The capacity of your camcorder batteries will reduce each time it is charged/emptied. 6. Storage at too high or low temperatures will also

12 1 Overall Introduction Please read this chapter carefully to understand the features and functions of this Digital Video Camera. The

13 1.3 Accessories This package should contain the following items. In case there is any missing or damaged item, please contact your

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15 1.5 Adjusting LCD Display Before taking picture or recording movie clips, please rotate according to the illustrations below. Downlo

16 2 Getting Started 2.1 Inserting SD Card 1. Insert an SD card and make sure facing the touching face downward. Note: Do not remove or insert

17 2.2 Loading Batteries Please use only batteries provided or recommended by the manufacturer or dealer. This package is supplied w

18 2. Insert batteries according to the illustration. *Important: 1. Please use the supplied lithium battery when using the infrared func

19 2.3 Charging the Battery (Optional) You can use the supplied battery charger to charge the lithium battery. Safety instructions In order for

2 Contents Preface...6 About This Manual...

20 2.4 The gestures of using the touch screen 2.4.1 Single touch Single touch for the below touchable hotkeys: 1. Mode change (DV, DSC and Voic

21 2.4.2 Slide Slide right or left to view the previous file or the next file under the Playback Mode. 2.4.3 Rotate Under Playback Mode, you c

22 2.5 Buttons & Functions Description Button Function Power Button Press the button to turn ON/OFF the Digital Video Camera. Menu Button P

23 Zoom button This Digital Video Camera is equipped with 4X (720P) digital zoom function. Press the Zoom Button Right (T) to pull in the distance

24 2.8 Initial settings before use 2.8.1 Setting Date and Time 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera to set up the date and time for the first time

25 3 LCD Display Information 3.1 In Movie Clip Mode The following table regarding the description of each icon and symbol will be shown when the

26 6 Metering Mode 7 Memory Status indicator : SD card 1 indicator; : SD card 2 indicator : Internal memory indicator (displayed when ther

27 3.2 In Voice Recording Mode The following table regarding the description of each icon and symbol will be shown when the Digital Video Camera

28 3.3 In DSC Mode The following table regarding the description of each icon and symbol will be shown when the Digital Video Camera is in DSC Mod

29 7 Backlight compensation 8 Macro indicator 9 White balance indicator 10 Battery indicator 11 0000 Number of pictures left. 12 Histogram ind

3 3 LCD Display Information...25 3.1 In Movie Clip Mode...25 3.2 In Voice Recording Mode

30 4 Using the Camera 4.1 Shooting a Movie Clip 1. DV mode is the default setting after you power on the Digital Video Camera. 2. Press t

31 4. LCD screen ratio will be different depending on the setting of Movie Clip resolution. Please refer to the table shown

32 4.2 Capturing a still image from a movie You can save a selected frame from a recorded movie as a still image. Select the video clip, and press

33 4.3 Capturing a still image in video mode You can save a selected frame in the video mode as a still image. Press shutter button at an intereste

34 4.4 Voice Recording: 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera. 2. Press the MODE button to enter Voice Recording mode or touch the screen hotkey. 3

35 4.5 Movie Clip / Voice Clip Playback 1. In Movie/Voice Recording Mode, press Playback Button to display recently stored file on the LCD scr

36 2. Press 4-Way Direction Button up/down, left/right to view the stored file. Press SET Button to playback or touch the screen to select Playba

37 5. You can also playback the movie clip by different speed by touching (ON/OFF) the screen icon ( ). Playback speed is as b

38 4.6 Shooting / Playback images 4.6.1 Taking a picture 1. Turn on the power and adjust the Mode Button to DSC Mode or touch hot key on the scr

39 4.6.2 Images Playback 1. In DSC Mode, press Playback Button to display the images on the LCD screen. 2. Press 4-Way Directi

4 6.1.9 Multi shot... 54 6.2 Menus of Movie Clip/Voice Playback...55 6

40 3. Press SET Button or touch the screen to return to full screen for viewing images. 4. Touch the panel icon ( or ) to enlarge or s

41 5 LCD Display Information 5.1 Movie Clip Recording Mode: Please refer to the following table regarding the description of each icon and symbol.

42 6 00:00:00 Length of each Movie Clip 7 Sound volume touch icons 8 Return Button 9 Fast forward Playback Button 10 Playback/Pause button 11 F

43 5.2 Voice Recording Mode: Please refer to the following table regarding the description of each icon and symbol. 1 Playback Mode icon 2 000-

44 5.3 DSC Playback Mode Please refer to the following illustration to familiarize yourself with icons and symbols of DSC Playback Mode. 1 I

45 6 White balance 7 Battery status indicator 8 000-0000 Number of pictures left 9 Return Button 10 Zoom- In indicator 11 Zoom- Out indicator

46 6 Menu Mode When the menu appears on the LCD display, the MENU button is used to move through the highlighted items in the submenu or to selec

47 Notes: 1. When setting to FHD, HD or WVGA resolution, the LCD display aspect ratio is 16:9. 2. When setting to WE

48 6.1.3 Effect 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and press the 4-Way Direction Butto

49 6.1.4 Metering 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and move the 4-Way Direction But

5 6.5.13 Instant Review... 85 6.5.14 Memory ...

50 6.1.5 Backlight 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and move the 4-Way D

51 6.1.6 Night Mode 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and press the 4-Way Direction

52 6.1.7 Motion Detection When Motion Detection is turned on, the camera will detect the motion for Movie Clip recording without human in

53 6.1.8 EV Compensation You can adjust the value of the exposure compensation which is ranged from -2.0EV to +2.0EV (at 0.5EV increment). The hig

54 6.1.9 Multi shot 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DV Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and press the 4-Way Direction

55 6.2 Menus of Movie Clip/Voice Playback When in Movie Clip mode, press the SET Button to show the Movie Clip options menu. 6.2.1 Delete

56 4. Press 4-Way Direction Button to select “O” Yes or “X” NO. Press SET Button to confirm; or touch the screen to select the item.

57 6.2.2 Protect 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Movie Clip/Voice Playback Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and move t

58 6.3 Menu options of Camera Mode When in DSC Mode, press MENU Button to display camera mode option Menu. 6.3.1 Still Image Resolution 1. Turn

59 6.3.2 White Balance 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and move the 4-Way Directi

6 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder (digital video camera). Ensure that you read this manual carefully and keep

60 6.3.3 Effect This Digital Video Camera can take standard color images, Black and White images, or Sepia color tone images. 1. Turn on the Di

61 6.3.4 Metering 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and move the 4-Way Direction Bu

62 6.3.5 Backlight 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and move the 4-Way Direction Bu

63 6.3.6 Night Mode 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and move the 4-Way Direction

64 6.3.7 Self-timer 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the DSC Mode. 2. Press MENU Button and use the 4-Way Direction

65 6.3.8 Continuous Shot You can continuously shoot three pictures using this function. To start, press and hold the Shutter Button. The function

66 6.3.9 EV compensation You can adjust the value of the exposure compensation which is ranged from -2.0EV to +2.0EV (at 0.5EV increment). The high

67 6.4 Menus of Playback 6.4.1 Delete Use this function to delete the files. 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Play

68 4. Press 4-Way Direction Button or touch the screen to select “O” YES or “X” No and press SET Button to delete file(s). Note: The files canno

69 6.4.2 Protect 1. Turn on the power of Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Playback Mode. 2. Choose the file which you want to prote

7 Safety Warning and Notice Before operating the camcorder, please make sure that you read and fully understand the content in this section. If you

70 6.4.3 Auto play This Digital Video Camera includes a slide show function that could playback each picture at a regular interval. 1. Turn on th

71 6.4.4 Rotate 1. Turn on the power of the Digital Video Camera and make sure it is in the Playback Mode. 2. Use 4-Way Direction

72 6.4.5 DPOF Use DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to indicate the printing information stored in the memory card. 1. Turn on

73 DPOF 4. Press the Playback Button or touch the screen to exit the image.

74 6.5 Setting Menu Setting Menu can be used to select all kinds of the Digital Video Camera settings. 6.5.1 Information This function can be use

75 6.5.3 Beep 1. Turn on the power of Digital Video Camera and switch to SET Mode. Press the 4-Way Direction Button up or down to highlight the B

76 6.5.4 Default Use this function to reset all settings to default settings. 1. Turn on the power of Digital Video Camera and switch to SET

77 6.5.5 TV standard Use the TV standard to set the TV system for your area. 1. Turn on the power of Digital Video Camera and switch to SET Mod

78 6.5.6 USB This setting is for USB output function. You can select an external device to connect the Digital Video Camera by using the supplied U

79 6.5.7 Auto Power Off This function can be used to turn off the Digital Video Camera automatically after a period of time not using the Digital

8 9. Batteries could explode, for instance. All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys

80 6.5.8 Frequency Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area. 1. Turn on the power of Digital Video Camera and switch t

81 6.5.9 Language 1. Turn on the power of the Digital Video Camera. Then select the Mode Button to “SET”. Move 4-Way Direction Button up and

82 6.5.10 Format This function allows you to format the memory card or the built-in memory. 1. Turn on the power of Digital Video Camera and swi

83 6.5.11 File Number (Default: Series) This setting allows you to name the files. If “Series” is selected, the file name will follow the latest s

84 6.5.12 LCD brightness This function can be used to adjust the brightness of the screen. 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and switch to SET

85 6.5.13 Instant Review This function can be used to instantly browse the files after taking the picture. 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera a

86 6.5.14 Memory Use this function to select data storage location. 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and switch to SET Mode. 2. Press 4-Way D

87 6.5.15 Volume Use this function to adjust the volume of sound. 1. Turn on the Digital Video Camera and switch to SET Mode. 2. Press the 4-Wa

88 6.5.16 Start-up LOGO Use this function to the image that is displayed on the LCD when the digital camcorder is turned on. 1. Turn on the Dig

89 6.5.17 Face Detection You can use the Face Detection function to detect faces in a scene automatically during a photo shoot. 1. Turn on the

9 2. The only way of replacing the battery is to open the battery cover. 3. Dispose of unwanted batteries and camcorders as permitted by the law

90 7 PC and TV Connection 7.1 Connecting to the Computer As shown in the illustration, use the USB cable provided to connect the Digital Video Ca

91 7.3 Connecting to a HD TV As shown in the illustration, use the HDMI cable provided to connect the Digital Video Camera to a HD TV for high

92 8 Installing the Software 1. Place the CD ROM attached into the CD player. 2. If the CD is not executed automatically, please use Windows

93 9 Editing Software ArcSoft Total Media Extreme (TME) ™ manages your media for you, and gives you tons of fun and exciting ways to create and

94 10 Appendix Specifications Image sensor 1/2.5 inch. 5.0 mega pixels CMOS sensor Effective pixels 5.03 Mega pixels (2592 x 1944) Storage media S

95 LCD Display 3.0” Touch Panel screen(16:9) Flash light Range: < 2 m off, auto, fill-in IR Night Vision Range: < 1.5m Video Mode: On/

96 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Can not turn on the power of Digital Video Camera. 1. Batteries are not inserted correctly. 2.

97 Unable to use the external memory card. 1. Memory card is Protected. 2. Memory card contains non-DCF images taken by other cameras. 1. Unlock th