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DC E41 Digital Camera
Users Manual
Copyright
Copyright 2004 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publica-
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Taking Care of Your Camera
Do not use your camera at temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C.
Do not use or store your camera in the environments listed below:
–Direct sunlight
– High and dusty places
– Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
– In a closed car that is directly under the sun
–Unstable locations
If your camera becomes wet, wipe it with dry cloth as soon as possible.
Salt or seawater may cause severe camera damage.
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.
To prevent electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera by
yourself.
Water may cause a fire or electric shock. Therefore, store your camera in a dry place.
Do not use your camera outdoors when it is raining or snowing.
Do not use 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 the transformer. Remove the foreign substance
or water, and send it to the maintenance center.
Transfer the data to the computer as soon as possible to avoid losing your image data.
Table of Contents
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1TOURING YOUR DC E41 .............................................................................................1
1.1 Checking the Package Contents .......................................................................................... 1
1.2 DC E41 Components ...........................................................................................................2
1.2.1 Front View .................................................................................................................. 2
1.2.2 Rear View .................................................................................................................... 2
1.2.3 Using the Mode Switch .............................................................................................. 3
1.2.4 Indicator LED Status .................................................................................................. 3
1.2.5 Using the Stylus ..........................................................................................................3
1.2.6 Using the Navigation Button ..................................................................................... 4
1.2.7 Using the Touch Screen ............................................................................................. 4
2PREPARING YOUR DC E41 FOR USE ............................................................................5
2.1 Inserting the Battery ............................................................................................................. 5
2.2 Using an AC Power Adapter ................................................................................................ 6
2.3 Charging the Battery ............................................................................................................ 6
2.4 Inserting an SD Memory Card ............................................................................................ 7
2.5 Attaching the Hand Strap ....................................................................................................8
2.6 Setting the Date and Time ...................................................................................................9
2.7 Turning the Camera On ...................................................................................................... 9
3TAKING PHOTOS ........................................................................................................10
3.1 Photo Mode ........................................................................................................................ 10
3.2 Taking Photos .................................................................................................................... 10
3.3 About the LCD Screen Icons ............................................................................................. 11
3.4 Switching the LCD Display Mode ..................................................................................... 13
3.5 Selecting Auto or Manual Photo Mode ............................................................................ 13
3.6 Selecting the Scene Mode .................................................................................................. 14
3.7 Using the Flash ................................................................................................................... 14
3.8 Using the Digital Zoom ..................................................................................................... 15
3.9 Using the Self-Timer .......................................................................................................... 16
3.10 Continuous Shots ............................................................................................................... 16
3.11 Image Size ........................................................................................................................... 17
3.12 Image Quality ..................................................................................................................... 18
3.13 White Balance ..................................................................................................................... 18
3.14 ISO Setting .......................................................................................................................... 19
3.15 Photo Effect ........................................................................................................................ 20
3.16 EV Bias ................................................................................................................................ 20
3.17 Metering ............................................................................................................................. 21
3.18 Date Imprint ....................................................................................................................... 22
3.19 Macro and Normal Modes ................................................................................................ 22
3.20 Quick Review and Erase .....................................................................................................23
4RECORDING MOVIE CLIPS .........................................................................................24
4.1 Movie Recording Mode ..................................................................................................... 24
4.1.1 Manual and Automatic Movie Recording Modes .................................................. 25
4.1.2 Movie Recording Mode Camera Settings ............................................................... 25
5RECORDING SOUND CLIPS .........................................................................................26
5.1 Sound Recording Mode ..................................................................................................... 26
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6PLAYING BACK PHOTOS, MUSIC, MOVIE AND SOUND CLIPS ...................................28
6.1 Viewing Photos .................................................................................................................. 28
6.1.1 Zoom and Pan .......................................................................................................... 29
6.1.2 Viewing Thumbnails ................................................................................................ 30
6.2 Viewing Movie Clips .......................................................................................................... 31
6.3 Listening to Sound Clips ....................................................................................................32
6.4 Special Playback Functions ................................................................................................ 33
6.4.1 Scrawling .................................................................................................................. 34
6.4.2 Adding a Frame ........................................................................................................ 36
6.4.3 Adding a Voice Memo ............................................................................................. 37
6.4.4 Listening to Voice Memos ....................................................................................... 38
6.4.5 Erasing Voice Memos .............................................................................................. 38
6.4.6 Playing a Slide Show ................................................................................................ 39
6.4.7 Locking and Unlocking Files ................................................................................... 39
6.4.7.1 Locking a Single File ........................................................................................ 39
6.4.7.2 Locking all Files ................................................................................................ 40
6.4.7.3 Unlocking Single Files ...................................................................................... 40
6.4.7.4 Unlocking all Files ............................................................................................ 40
6.4.8 Erasing Single Files ................................................................................................... 41
6.4.9 Erasing All Files ........................................................................................................ 41
6.5 Listening to Music .............................................................................................................. 42
6.5.1 Transferring MP3 files to the Camera .................................................................... 42
6.5.2 Playing MP3 Files ..................................................................................................... 42
7CAMERA SETTINGS .....................................................................................................44
7.1 Memory: Copying and Formatting ................................................................................... 45
7.2 Setting the Date and Time ................................................................................................. 46
7.3 Date Format ........................................................................................................................ 46
7.4 LCD Brightness .................................................................................................................. 47
7.5 Sound .................................................................................................................................. 47
7.6 File No. Reset ...................................................................................................................... 47
7.7 Audio/Video Output ..........................................................................................................48
7.8 Power Saving ...................................................................................................................... 48
7.9 Language ............................................................................................................................. 49
7.10 Default Setting .................................................................................................................... 49
7.11 Software Version ................................................................................................................ 50
7.12 Screen Calibration .............................................................................................................. 50
8CONNECTING TO A TV ..............................................................................................51
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ONNECTING TO A COMPUTER .................................................................................52
9.1 Installing the Digital Camera Software ............................................................................. 52
9.2 Bundled Software ............................................................................................................... 53
9.3 Transferring Files To/From a Computer .......................................................................... 54
9.3.1 Transferring Photos, Movie Clips, Sound Clips, and Music Files ......................... 54
9.3.2 Using the QLink Software ....................................................................................... 55
9.3.3 Using the QLink Frame ........................................................................................... 56
10 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................58
11 S
PECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................59
11.1 System Requirements ......................................................................................................... 59
12 SERVICE INFORMATION .............................................................................................60
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1 TOURING YOUR DC E41
1.1 Checking the Package Contents
The package includes the following items:
If anything is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer. Save the packaging in the event
you need to ship your camera for service.
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1. User's manual
2. DC E41 digital camera
3. USB cable
4. Lithium-ion battery (rechargeable)
5. Hand strap with stylus
6. DC E41 software CD-ROM
7. AC power adapter
8. USB converter
9. AV cable
10. Earphones
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1.2 DC E41 Components
1.2.1 Front View
1.2.2 Rear View
Note
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.
The Indicator LED displays the current status of the camera.
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1. Shutter button
2. Power button
3. Mode switch
4. Indicator LED
5. Microphone
6. Flash
7. Earphone Jack/TV out
8. Normal/macro switch
9. Lens
10. Speaker
11. Self-timer indicator LED / Video
or sound recording on
12. Lens cover
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1. Microphone
2. Indicator LED
3. Mode switch
4. Power button
5. Shutter button
6. Zoom/flash/review/navigation
button
7. Battery/SD card cover
8. USB/charger port
9. Touch panel/LCD screen
10. Hand strap attachment
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1.2.3 Using the Mode Switch
1.2.4 Indicator LED Status
1.2.5 Using the Stylus
Use the stylus attached to the included hand
strap to perform operations on the touch
screen. You can also use your finger, but the
stylus is more accurate and won’t cause
fingerprints on the screen.
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.
Snapshot Mode
Take photographs in man-
ual or automatic mode.
page 10
Playback Mode
Replay photos, movie clips
and sound clips stored in
memory.
page 28
Recording Mode
Record movie and sound
clips.
page 24
Music Mode
Play audio files.
page 26
Status Top Indicator LED (Green) Top Indicator LED (Orange) Front Indicator LED (Red)
Always On Power is on, ready to use Battery is charging
Recording movie or sound
clip.
Fast
Blinking
Processing data Error/Warning or Low Power
Slow
Blinking
Flash is charging
Slowest
Blinking
AC adapter or USB cable
attached with no battery
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1.2.6 Using the Navigation Button
You can use the Navigation button to highlight an icon on
the screen and then press OK (push the Navigation
button) to select it.
Pressing Up/Down or Left/Right also adjusts values such
as the zoom factor or EV bias.
1.2.7 Using the Touch Screen
BenQ DC E41 is equipped with a touch-sensitive LCD screen that enables you to change your
cameras settings and features quickly and conveniently. Tap the three buttons below the screen
to access the following features:
Icon Name Description
Display
Tapping the Display button switches the LCD information display
mode between Icons On, Icons Off or All Off.
Menu
Tapping the Menu button turns DC E41’s on-screen menu system
off and on in any camera mode.
Erase
Tapping the Erase button erases the currently displayed photo,
movie clips, or sound clips from memory.
Left
Down
Right
Up
DISPDISP
Menu
Display
Erase
DISPDISP
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2 PREPARING YOUR DC E41 FOR USE
The lithium ion battery included with the DC E41 allows you to take photos, record movie and
sound clips. Use the AC adapter whenever possible to conserve battery power.
2.1 Inserting the Battery
1. Turn the camera off.
2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and open the battery/SD card
cover .
3. Push the battery latch in the direction of the arrow and insert the battery in the correct
orientation as shown with the notches facing up. If the battery is inserted incorrectly,
the latch will not close.
4. Close the battery/SD card cover .
To remove the battery: open the battery cover and push the battery latch. The battery pops out
slightly; remove the battery.
Note
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.
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2.2 Using an AC Power Adapter
The BenQ DC E41 comes with an AC power adapter
that both powers the camera and recharges the
battery. Connect the power adapter to the DC E41 as
shown below.
1. Turn the camera off.
2. Connect the included USB converter to the power
adapter connector .
3. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet .
4. Connect the USB adapter to the USB port at the
back of the camera .
2.3 Charging the Battery
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” on page 54.
Note
Use only the AC power adapter specified for the
camera. Damage caused by the use of an incor-
rect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
Dual Charging Mode allows you to charge the
battery when transferring files to or from a com-
puter through the included USB cable.
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Connect the USB converter to the
power adapter connector.
Plug the power adapter
into a power outlet.
Connect the USB adapter
to the USB port.
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The Indicator LED at the top of the camera is orange while the camera is charging. When
charging is complete, the LED turns off.
2.4 Inserting an SD Memory Card
All images, movies, and sound clips taken by the
camera can be stored in an SD (Secure Digital)
memory card as well as in the camera’s internal
memory. Files stored on the SD card remain even if
the cameras power is turned off.
1. Turn the camera off.
2. Slide the battery/SD card cover in the direction
shown and open the cover .
3. Insert an SD card :
The front side of the SD card (the side with the
label) should be facing the front of the camera.
If the card does not slide into the slot, turn it
around and try again.
4. Close the battery/SD card cover.
Note
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.
When using the AC power adapter, the camera must be turned off in order to charge the
battery.
When connected to a PC with the USB cable, the battery will charge if the camera is
either on or off.
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OPEN
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5. To remove the SD card, make sure the camera is turned off, open the battery/SD card cover,
and press down lightly on the exposed edge of the card. The card will eject itself .
2.5 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. Pull the stylus and large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly secured .
Note
To prevent data from being accidentally erased
from the SD card, slide the write-protect tab to
the “LOCK” position.
The SD card must be unlocked in order to save,
edit, or erase data.
Format new SD cards using the camera’s format
function before use. See “Memory: Copying and Formatting” on page 45 to learn how to
format SD cards.
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SD
D
LOCK
Press the tab in the
direction of the arrow
on the card to write
protect the SD Memory
Card.
Write-protect tab
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B
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2.6 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 46.
2.7 Turning the Camera On
Press and hold the Power button for two seconds
to turn the camera on or off.
Sliding the lens cover open and closed also
turns the camera on or off.
Power button
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3 TAKING PHOTOS
This chapter describes the camera operating modes, and explains how to take pictures, record
movie clips and sound clips, play back photos, movies and sound clips.
3.1 Photo Mode
Two photo modes are available: Auto mode and Manual mode .
In Auto mode , all camera settings, such as focus and white balance, are automatically
selected by the camera. Auto mode is suitable for photography beginners and for quick and
easy snapshots.
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.
3.2 Taking Photos
Before taking any photos, make sure the battery is charged, that
an SD card is properly installed if needed, and that the lens cover
is open .
1. Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button if
necessary.
2. Frame the shot in the LCD screen.
3. Press the Shutter button down halfway .
Pressing the shutter button down halfway
starts focus and exposure adjustments.
4. Press the Shutter button completely down.
The camera makes a shutter sound and the
image freezes on the LCD screen for a few
moments while the image is transferred to
memory. The camera is then ready to take another shot.
Note
Some settings can be changed only when the camera is in Manual mode . These
include White Balance, ISO Setting, EV Bias, and Metering.
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3.3 About the LCD Screen Icons
The LCD screen displays icons that show the cameras 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.
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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
Battery Level Full 6 White Balance Auto 18
2/3 Sunny
1/3 Cloudy
Empty Tungsten Light
Capture Mode Single Shot 16
Fluorescent
Light
Continuous ISO Setting Auto 19
Self-Timer On 100
Continuous
Self-Timer On
200
Flash Mode Auto 14 Metering Center Average 21
Red-Eye
Reduction
Center Spot
Forced On Average
Off Image Size 2848x2136 17
Scene Auto 14 2304x1728
Sport 1600x1200
Landscape 1280x960
Portrait Shots Remaining [number]
Back Light Zoom Zoom In 15
Night Scene Zoom Out
Photo Effect Normal 20 EV bias -2 ~ +2 20
B&W Macro 22
Sepia
Vivid
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3.4 Switching the LCD Display Mode
The camera setting icons can be turned off by pressing the Display button to switch
between display modes:
3.5 Selecting Auto or Manual Photo Mode
1. Tap the Menu button .
2. Tap the Manual/Auto icon / .
3. Select Manual or Auto . The menu screen appears
with the mode icon you chose.
4. Tap the Return icon to exit the menu and return to
Snapshot mode. The camera setting icons on the LCD screen
show the current camera settings for the Photo mode you
chose.
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 47.
Using the LCD screen for extended periods consumes battery power and therefore
decreases the number of photos you can take. To conserve battery power, turn the LCD
screen off when not taking photos.
Note
To enable full control of camera setting in Snapshot mode,
always select Auto Scene mode (see “Selecting the
Scene Mode” on page 14). Some camera settings cannot be
changed when other Scene modes are selected.
DISPDISP
Icons On Icons Off LCD Off
Manual / Auto
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3.6 Selecting the Scene Mode
The camera automatically adjusts settings for optimum results when capturing certain types of
photographs, or scenes. The DC E41 offers six different Scene modes.
1. Tap the Menu button
.
2. Tap the Scene icon .
3. Select the Scene mode. The menu screen appears with the
mode icon you chose.
4. Tap the Return icon to exit the menu and return to
Photo mode. The camera setting icons on the LCD screen
show the current camera settings for the Photo mode you
chose.
All Scene modes except Auto Scene mode override the Flash settings. If you want to change the
Flash setting, you must select Auto Scene mode . See 3.7 “Using the Flash” for more
information on Flash settings.
3.7 Using the Flash
Use the flash to brighten photos of subjects taken in dark or non-optimal lighting conditions.
The DC E41 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. Also
note that the Flash setting can’t be changed manually if it is set to Auto Flash mode.
Icon Scene Mode Description
Auto Select this mode to allow the camera to adjust all settings automatically.
Portrait Select this mode when taking photos of people.
Landscape
Select this mode to take photos of distant scenery or landscapes in day-
time.
Sport
Select this mode to take photos of fast-moving subjects such as runners or
cars. Sport mode is not suitable for indoor photography.
Backlight
Select this mode to take photos in which the light source is behind the
subject.
Night Scene
Select this mode to take photos of subjects with a dark or poorly-lit back-
ground.
Landscape
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1. Press the Navigation button to the right to change the
Flash setting.
2. The LCD screen icon shows the current Flash setting.
3.8 Using the Digital Zoom
The DC E41 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).
2. Frame the subject in the LCD screen.
3. Tap the Zoom In or Zoom Out icon on the LCD to adjust the zoom. You can
also use the Navigation button to zoom in or out.
4. The zoom slider on the LCD moves up or down to indicate the zoom level.
Icon Flash Setting Description
Auto
The flash fires automatically according to the ambient light conditions. In
some Scene modes (for example Portrait), Red-Eye Reduction is auto-
matically selected.
Red-Eye
Reduction
The flash fires several times in quick succession before firing the main
flash. This helps to avoid the phenomenon of eye pupils appearing red in
photographs.
Forced On
The flash fires regardless of the light conditions. Select this setting to take
photos of high contrast subjects (back lighting) or dark shadows.
Off
The flash does not fire. Choose this setting when taking photos in areas
where flash photography is prohibited, or when the distance to the sub-
ject is beyond the effective range of the flash.
Note
You can change the flash setting only when the Scene mode is set to Auto .
In Continuous Shot mode (see page 16), the flash is set to Off .
Do not use the flash at close distances from young children.
Note
The zoom function is disabled when the image size is set to 6M . See “Image Size” on
page 17.
Press to
the right to
change the
flash
setting
Auto Red-Eye Forced On Off
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3.9 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 .
2. Tap the Self-Timer icon .
3. Select On or Off . The menu screen
appears with the Self-Timer icon you chose.
4. Tap the Return icon to exit the menu and
return to Photo mode. The Self-Timer icon
appears on the LCD screen.
5. Press the shutter button down halfway to focus,
then press it down fully. The red Self-Timer
indicator LED at the front of the camera blinks
slowly for five seconds, and then quickly for five
seconds before the camera takes the shot. A
countdown timer also appears on the LCD
screen. Press OK to cancel the Self-Timer.
3.10 Continuous Shots
Use Continuous Shot mode to take two consecutive photos in rapid succession. This is used for
take photos of fast moving objects.
1. Tap the Menu button .
2. Tap the Continuous Shot icon .
3. Select On or Off . The menu screen
appears with the Continuous Shot icon you
chose.
Self-timer
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4. Tap the Return icon to exit the menu and
return to Photo mode. The Continuous Shot
mode icon appears on the LCD screen.
5. Press the shutter button down halfway to focus,
then press it down fully. The camera takes two
photos in rapid succession. When complete, a
timer icon appears on the LCD for a few moments
while the photos are processed.
3.11 Image Size
The DC E41 allows you to choose from four different
image sizes, or resolutions. Higher resolution photos
require more memory, so your camera will store fewer
high resolution photos than lower resolution photos
but the quality will be better.
1. Tap the Menu button .
2. Ta p the Image Size ico n .
3. Select the image size. The menu screen appears
with the Image Size icon you chose.
Note
The flash is set to Off when Continuous Shot mode is turned on.
You can use the Self-Timer function to take continuous shots.
The continuous shot function cannot be used in Back Light Scene Mode.
Icon Image Size Icon Image Size
6M
2848x2136
2M
1600x1200
4M
2304x1728
1M
1280x960
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) .
Off
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Image Size
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3.12 Image Quality
In addition to Image Size, you can also set the Image Quality, also known as the compression
ratio. Higher quality (lower compression) images require more memory storage than lower
quality (higher compression) images for images that are the same size (e.g. 2848x2136).
1. Tap the Menu button .
2. Tap the Image Quality icon .
3. Select the Image Quality setting. The menu screen appears with the Image Quality icon you
chose.
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 ,
and that Scene mode is set to Auto .
2. Tap the Menu button , then tap the Next
icon .
3. Tap the White Balance icon .
4. Select the White Balance setting. The menu
screen appears with the White Balance icon you
chose.
Icon Image Quality Description
Fine
lower compression
Normal
higher compression
White Balance
A A
+13
EV
YMD
DISPDISP
M
A
A
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3.14 ISO Setting
The cameras sensitivity to light is configured by the ISO setting.
1. Make sure the camera is in Manual mode ,
and that Scene mode is set to Auto .
2. Tap the Menu button , then tap the Next
icon .
3. Tap the ISO Setting icon .
4. Select the ISO setting. The menu screen appears
with the ISO Setting icon you chose.
Icon White Balance Description
Auto Automatically adjusts the white balance.
Sunny Suitable for bright daylight conditions.
Cloudy Suitable for cloudy, twilight, or shady conditions.
Tungsten Light
Suitable for subjects lit by tungsten (incandescent)
lighting.
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 .
Icon ISO Setting Description
Auto Automatically sets the ISO value.
100
Equivalent to color ISO100 film. Use for outdoor photogra-
phy in bright sunlight.
200
Equivalent to color ISO200 film. Use for outdoor or brightly
lit indoor photography.
A
M
A
ISO Setting
A A
YMD
+1.3
EV
DISPDISP
M
A
A
A
100
200200
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3.15 Photo Effect
The DC E41 enables you to apply a tone or color to
your photos to create an artistic effect.
1. Tap the Menu button , then tap the Next
icon .
2. Tap the Photo Effect icon .
3. Select the Photo Effect. The menu screen
appears with the Photo Effect icon you chose.
3.16 EV Bias
EV (exposure value) bias enables you to lighten or darken an image. Use this setting when the
brightness between the subject and the background is not balanced or when the subject
occupies only a small part of the photograph.
Use a positive (+) EV bias for:
printed text (black type on white background)
backlit portraits
very bright scenes (such as snow) and highly reflective subjects (such as polished metal)
shots made up predominantly of sky
Use a negative (-) EV bias for:
spotlit subject, especially against dark backgrounds
scenes with low reflectivity, such as green or dark foliage
The DC E41 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.
Icon Photo Effect Description
Normal
Standard RGB color settings suitable for general photog-
raphy.
B&W Black and white photos (with shades of grey).
Sepia
Produces a warm, old-fashioned style of photo in which
the colors are more brown and orange.
Vivid Produces sharper and more vibrant colors.
Photo Effect
AA
+13
EV
YMD
DISPDISP
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1. Make sure the camera is in Manual mode , and
that Scene mode is set to Auto .
2. Tap the Menu button , then tap the Next icon
.
3. Tap the ISO Setting icon .
4. Use the stylus or Navigation button to increase
or decrease the value.
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 mode. The EV bias value appears in
the bottom left corner of the LCD screen.
3.17 Metering
Metering enables you to adjust the region of the subject or
frame on which the camera measures light.
1. Make sure the camera is in Manual mode , and
that Scene mode is set to Auto .
2. Tap the Menu button , then tap the Next icon .
3. Ta p the Metering i con .
4. Select the Metering mode. The menu screen appears
with the Metering icon you chose.
Icon Metering Mode Description
Center Average
The camera metering is set for the average bright-
ness of objects in the center region of the frame.
Center Spot
The camera metering is set for the brightness of the
object at the center of the frame.
Average
The camera metering is set for the average bright-
ness of all objects in the frame.
EV bias
AA
+1.3
EV
YMD
DISPDISP
Ev:+0.0
-2 +2
OK
DISPDISP
M
A
A
EV Bias value
Metering
AA
+1.3
EV
YMD
DISPDISP
M
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3.18 Date Imprint
You can automatically print the current date on the
bottom right corner of photos you take.
1. Tap the Menu button , then tap the Next
icon .
2. Tap the Date Imprint icon .
3. Select the Date Imprint On or Off .
The menu screen appears with the setting you
chose.
3.19 Macro and Normal Modes
A switch on the side of the DC E41 enables you to change
between Macro and Normal modes.
Use Macro for close-up shots of people or objects within
40 cm (15 inches) of the camera lens.
Normal mode should be used for all photos of subjects
more than 120 cm (48 inches) from the lens.
Note
For instructions on changing the date format, see page 46.
Note
After taking a photo in Macro mode , remember to switch back to Normal mode
to avoid taking photos that are not in focus.
Scene Mode is not available in Macro Mode . If you switch to Macro Mode , Scene
Mode is automatically set to Auto Scene Mode .
YMD
YMD
YMD
Normal
Macro
A
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3.20 Quick Review and Erase
After taking a photo you can review it on the LCD
screen. If you don’t want to keep the photo, you can
delete it in order to make more memory available.
1. Take a photo and wait a few moments for the
camera to finish processing it.
2. Press the Navigation button to the left . The
photo you just took appears on the screen.
3. To delete the photo, tap the Erase button
below the LCD screen .
4. You are asked to confirm the delete action. Tap
Yes to delete the photo, or press No to cancel.
Note
Deleting unwanted photos makes more memory available for storing additional photos.
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 41 and “Erasing All Files” on page 41.
Quick
Review
DISPDISP
Erase Button
A
B
A
B
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4 RECORDING MOVIE CLIPS
Switching the camera to Recording mode
allows you to record movie clips. The length of the
recording depends on the amount of memory
remaining on the installed SD memory card, or in
the cameras built-in internal memory.
4.1 Movie Recording Mode
Follow these steps to record a movie clip.
1. Turn the camera on.
2. Set the Mode switch to Recording mode and choose “Movie”. The movie clip
recording screen appears.
3. Frame the subject in the LCD screen and tap the record button to begin
recording the movie clip. 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. You can also press OK or the shutter button to
stop recording. The camera takes a few moments to process the movie clip.
Note
In Movie Recording mode , the flash is automatically set to Off .
Zoom is disabled in Movie Recording mode .
Recording mode
00:00:11
00:00:11
00:00:11
REC.
A
DISPDISP
Total length of
movie clips that
can be stored in
memory.
Record button
(press to start
recording a movie
clip)
Remaining battery
power
Camera setting
icons
REC.
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4.1.1 Manual and Automatic Movie Recording Modes
While in Movie Recording mode, setting the
camera to Manual enables you to adjust white
balance, EV bias, and metering. The camera
automatically adjusts these values when it is set to
Auto.
1. In Movie Recording mode , tap the Menu
button to display the Movie mode menu.
2. Tap the Manual/Auto icon / .
3. Select Manual or Auto . The menu
screen appears with the icon you selected.
4. Press the Return icon to exit the menu, or
press another icon to change other settings.
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
White Balance 18
EV Bias 20
Metering 21
Note
To adjust camera settings in Movie Recording mode , you must first select Manual
mode . See “Manual and Automatic Movie Recording Modes” on page 25.
If you change the White Balance, EV Bias, or Metering settings in Movie Recording
mode, the settings will also be changed in Snapshot mode and vice-versa.
Manual / Auto
EV
+1.3
M
DISPDISP
Auto
M
DISPDISP
M
M
A
EV
+1.3
M
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5 RECORDING SOUND CLIPS
Switching the camera to Recording mode allows
you to record sound clips. The length of the recording
depends on the amount of memory remaining on the
installed SD memory card, or in the cameras built-in
internal memory.
5.1 Sound Recording Mode
Sound Recording mode allows you to use the DC E41 as
a voice recorder. Sound recordings are saved on the installed SD memory card or in the
cameras internal memory.
Sound is recorded by the built-in microphone located at the top of the camera.
Follow these steps to record a sound clip.
1. Turn the camera on.
2. Set the Mode switch to Recording mode and choose “Sound”. The sound clip
recording screen appears:
3. Tap the record icon to begin recording the sound clip. You can also press OK to
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.
Recording mode
Microphone
Total length of
audio that can be
stored in memory.
Record button (tap
to start recording a
sound clip)
Remaining battery
power
REC.
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5. Tap the stop icon , press OK, or press the shutter button to finish recording. The
available remaining recording time at the top right corner of the LCD screen is updated.
Note
You cannot record a movie or sound clips with a length of less than 3 seconds.
Movie or Sound clips will become damaged if you switch off power during the recording
process.
REC.
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6 PLAYING BACK PHOTOS, MUSIC, MOVIE AND SOUND CLIPS
In Playback mode, the DC E41 can:
display photos on the LCD screen
play movie clips on the LCD screen
play sound clips through the built-in speaker
To use Playback mode, set the Mode switch to
Playback mode and turn the camera on.
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
cameras internal memory or on the installed SD memory card. Files are played back in the
order in which they were recorded.
6.1 Viewing Photos
When viewing photos in Playback mode, the LCD screen displays information about the photo
as well as navigation and zoom controls.
1. Set the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. The most recently recorded file appears on the LCD screen.
Note
Close the camera lens cover and turn the camera on by pressing the Power button in
Playback mode to protect the lens from dust and accidental damage.
Playback Mode
DISPDISP
0017/0019 11-05
1.0x
1.0x
M
Date the photo was
taken (MM-DD)
Current file #/Total # of files
Current battery level
Voice memo.
Zoom in
View
thumbnails
View next file
View previous file
Playback mode icon
Zoom level
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3. Press Next to view the next image, or press Previous to go back one image. You can
also press the Navigation button to the left or right to scroll forward or back.
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.
1. Tap the Zoom icon or press the Navigation button up. The zoom and pan controls
appear on the LCD screen.
2. Tap the Zoom in or Zoom out icons. The zoom factor is displayed.
3. Tap the Pan icon to bring up the pan controls: left , right , up , and down
. You can also press OK on the Navigation button to turn panning on and press it left,
right, up, or down to pan across the image.
4. When you are finished panning across the photo, tap the 1.0x icon or press OK to
return to Playback mode.
Note
Press the Display button to turn off the icons and view the photo only. When the
icon is off, use the Navigation button to view the next or previous image.
DISPDISP
Zoom in
Zoom out
Pan
Zoom in
Zoom out
Pan
(press OK)
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6.1.2 Viewing Thumbnails
Thumbnails are a quick way to view the files stored in your cameras memory.
1. In Playback mode, press the Thumbnail icon or press the Navigation button
down. Thumbnail view appears on the LCD screen.
2. Tap to scroll up or to scroll down one page. You can also use the Navigation
button to scroll up, down, left, and right. A red border appears around the selected file.
3. Tap on a thumbnail to view it at full-size in the LCD screen or press OK to view the selected
file.
Note
In Thumbnail mode, photos, movies, and sound files appear as follows:
Photo (see “Viewing Photos” on page 28)
Movie clip (see “Viewing Movie Clips” on page 31)
Sound clip (see “Listening to Sound Clips” on page 32)
Note
You can also enter Thumbnail mode by pressing the Menu button, and then press-
ing the Thumbnail icon.
You can erase a photo, movie clip, or sound clip in Thumbnail Mode by pressing the
Erase icon.
Scroll up one page
Scroll down one page
Selected file #
Total # of files
Selected file
has a red
border
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6.2 Viewing Movie Clips
You can play movie clips that are stored in the cameras internal memory or on the installed SD
memory card when the camera is in Playback mode.
To p l a y a m o v ie c l ip :
1. Set the Mode switch to Playback mode .
2. The most recently recorded file appears on the LCD screen.
3. Press Next or Previous to select a movie clip. You can also press the Navigation
button to the left or right to scroll forward or back.
4. Tap Play or press OK on the Navigation button to start playing the movie clip. The
stop button appears on the screen.
5. Press OK on the Navigation button will also pause playback.
Note
Tap the Display button to turn off the icons and view the movie clip only.
Date the clip was
recorded (MM-DD)
Current file #/Total # of files
Current battery level
View next file
View previous file
Playback mode icon
Time remaining
DISPDISP
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6.3 Listening to Sound Clips
Audio clips can be played in Playback mode through
the cameras built-in speaker.
The LCD screen appears as follows when an sound clip is
selected.
To play a sound clip:
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
on page 30).
3. Tap the Play icon or press OK on the Navigation button.
Speaker
Earphone
Jack/TV Out
Date the sound clip was
recorded (MM-DD)
Current file #/Total # of files
Current battery level
Total playing time
Next file
Previous file
Playback mode icon
Play
Increase volume
Decrease volume
Stop playback
Time remaining
Pause playback
Current battery level
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4. Tap to increase the playback volume, tap to decrease the volume. You can also
press the Navigation button up or down to adjust the volume.
5. Tap to pause playback at any time or tap to stop and return to the beginning of
the clip. Pressing OK on the Navigation button will also pause playback.
6.4 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 File Types Page
Scrawling
Use the stylus to write a note or sketch on
top of a photo.
Photo 34
Frame
Choose from up to 20 different frames to
superimpose on a photo.
Photo 36
Voi ce M em o
Record a voice annotation to accompany a
photo.
Photo 37
Slide Show
View an automatic slide show on the LCD
screen.
Photo
Movie Clip
39
Lock Lock files to prevent accidental deletion.
Photo
Movie Clip
Sound Clip
39
Thumbnails Toggle Thumbnail mode on and off.
Photo
Movie Clip
Sound Clip
30
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6.4.1 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).
2. Ta p the Me n u icon.
3. Tap the Scrawling icon. The Scrawling edit menu appears.
4. Stamp function: First select the stamp you want. Tap more times on the stamp icons ( ,
, ...... ) to get different stamps(total 108 stamps), then tap to begin stamping
these icon on the photo you choose.
5. Stamp rotation: This function allows you to rotate these stamps as you want. Select a stamp
and press the navigation button to change the direction of the stamp. The
12 kinds of Stamps
(total 108 stamps)
Eraser thickness
Pen thickness and Color
palette
Start scrawling
Create copy of photo with
scrawling and exit.
You can also rotate the
stamp after tapping the
icon on the LCD
screen.
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variation shows on the screen immediately. For examples, if you select the stamp,
press up/down/left/right of the navigation button and you get the following
/ / / variations in sequence. Then tap to begin stamping
these selected icons on the photo you choose. Please note that you can also rotate the stamp
after tapping the icon on the LCD screen.
6. Scrawling fuction: Tap the and buttons to change pen size settings, then select the
pen color you want and tap to begin your scrawling.
7. Eraser Function: There are three eraser size for you to choose. They are small ,
medium and large . Select the eraser size you want and tap to begin using the
eraser function..
8. Tap the Menu button when you are finished. You are
asked if you want to save the new photo with the scrawl.
Select Yes to save or No to cancel.
9. The Edited icon appears on the top left of the LCD
screen.
Note
When you save a photo after scrawling on it, the edited photo is saved as a separate file
with a size of 640x480 pixels. The original file remains unchanged in the camera’s
memory.
Edited icon
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6.4.2 Adding a Frame
The DC E41 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).
2. Ta p the Me n u icon.
3. Tap the Frame icon. The Frame edit menu appears.
4. Tap and or use the Navigation button to scroll
through the frame styles. Tap OK to choose a frame style
and save the picture directly to a new file. Alternatively,
tap the Menu icon; you are prompted to save the
framed picture as a new file.
5. Tap Yes to save the photo with the selected frame or tap
No to cancel and return to Playback mode.
6. The Edited icon appears on the top left of the LCD screen.
Notes
When you save a photo after adding a frame, the framed photo is saved as a separate file
with a size of 640x480 pixels. The original file remains unchanged in the camera’s mem-
ory.
Frame #/Total # of
frames
Previous frame style
Return to Playback mode
Next frame style
Select current
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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).
2. Ta p the Me n u icon.
3. Ta p the Voi ce Memo
icon. The Record
Voice Me m o screen
appears.
4. Ta p the Record
icon to begin recording.
The remaining
recording time appears
on the LCD screen. Tap
Stop or press OK on the
Navigation button to
end recording.
5. Tap Return to go
back to the Playback
menu.
Available
recording
time (up
to 20
seconds
for each
photo)
Record
Play
Erase
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6.4.4 Listening to Voice Memos
Follow these steps to listen to a voice memo that was previously added to a photo.
1. In Playback mode,
select a photo with a voice
memo. You will see the Voice
Memo icon in the top left
corner of the LCD screen.
2. Ta p the Me n u icon.
3. Ta p the Voi ce Memo
icon. The Record Voice
Memo screen appears.
4. Ta p the Play Voice Me m o
icon to play the voice
memo for the photo using
the cameras built-in speakers
or attached headphones.
5. Tap Stop or press OK on the
Navigation button to stop
playback at any time.
6.4.5 Erasing Voice Memos
Follow these steps to erase a voice memo that was previously added to a photo.
1. In Playback mode, select a photo with a voice memo. You will see the Voice Memo
icon in the top left corner of the LCD screen.
2. Ta p the Me n u icon.
3. Tap the Voice Memo icon. The Record Voice Memo screen appears.
4. Tap the Erase Voice Memo icon to erase the voice memo for the photo.
5. Tap Yes or to erase the voice memo, or tap No to cancel.
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.
Voice
Memo
icon
Play
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6.4.6 Playing a Slide Show
The camera can automatically display photos (or the first frame of movie clips) stored in
memory in sequence at a two-second interval. Movie clips and sound clips are not played
during slide shows.
1. In Playback mode, tap the Menu icon.
2. Tap the Slide Show icon. The slide show begins.
3. Tap the Menu icon or press OK to stop the slide show and return to the Playback
mode menu.
6.4.7 Locking and Unlocking Files
Locking photos, movie clips, and sound clips stored in your camera’s memory or on an
installed SD memory card prevents them from being accidentally deleted. You can lock and
unlock individual files, or all files.
6.4.7.1 Locking a Single File
1. In Playback mode, select the photo,
movie clip, or sound clip you want to lock.
2. Tap the Menu button.
3. Ta p the L o c k icon.
4. Tap the single Lock icon. The screen
returns to the Playback menu.
5. Tap Return . The Locked icon now
appears at the top left corner of the playback
screen.
Note
To delete a file that is locked, you must first unlock it. See “Unlocking Single Files” on
page 40.
1
Locked
icon
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6.4.7.2 Locking all Files
1. In Playback mode, tap the Menu button.
2. Ta p the L o c k icon.
3. Ta p the Lock All i con.
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.
6.4.7.3 Unlocking Single Files
1. In Playback mode, select a file that is locked (the Locked icon should be visible).
2. Tap the Menu button.
3. Ta p the L o c k icon.
4. Tap the Unlock icon. The screen returns to the Playback menu.
5. Tap Return . The Locked icon no longer appears at the top left corner of the
playback screen.
6.4.7.4 Unlocking all Files
1. In Playback mode, tap the Menu button.
2. Ta p the L o c k icon.
3. Tap the Unlock All icon.
4. Tap Yes to unlock all files or tap No to return to the Lock menu.
5. The screen returns to the Playback menu.
6. Tap Return . The Locked icon no longer appears at the top left corner of the
playback screen for all photos.
Note
You cannot add a voice memo for a locked image file.
All
1
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6.4.8 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 39 for more information.
1. In Playback mode, select the photo,
movie clip, or sound clip that you want to
delete.
2. Tap the Erase button located below
the LCD screen.
3. Tap Yes to erase the file or tap No to
cancel and return to Playback mode.
6.4.9 Erasing All Files
Selecting this action will permanently remove all unlocked photos, movie clips, and sound
clips from the camera’s memory.
1. In Playback mode, tap the
Erase button located below
the LCD screen.
2. Tap the Erase All icon.
3. Tap Yes to erase all files or tap No
to cancel and return to Playback
mode.
Note
To erase a file that is locked, you must first unlock it. See “Unlocking Single Files” on
page 40.
Erase button
Erase All
Erase button
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6.5 Listening to Music
The camera features MP3 playback. Copy MP3 files from
your PC to the camera's internal or external memory using
the USB cable.
Set the Mode switch to Music mode to enable the MP3
player.
6.5.1 Transferring MP3 files to the Camera
1. Establish a connection between the camera and your computer.
2. There is a folder called ‘MP3’ on your cameras memory card. Transfer the MP3 files from
your computer to the camera's MP3 folder.
6.5.2 Playing MP3 Files
Follow these instructions to play MP3 files.
1. Power on the camera and select Music mode . The music mode screen appears.
2. After the first MP3 track appears, tap and to select your desired MP3 track. Then
tap to play the selected MP3 track. While playing the MP3 tracks, tap to pause
or to stop.
Notes
You can play MP3 music files through the camera's speaker or through the earphones.
If power saving is enabled, the LCD turns on normally, and after 1 minutes of user inaction,
the LCD screen enters suspend mode; press any button to awaken the LCD screen from
suspend mode. If power saving is not enabled, 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.
Music mode
Playback time
Volume control
(The volume control icon
only appears when playing
MP3 files)
Next track
Previous track
Battery level
Track now playing
Repeat mode icon
Key lock
Playback
All tracks
Erase tracks
Display
Set repeat mode
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3. The camera offers four different repeat mode of MP3 playback, tap the Menu button
to set:
4. To prevent the sudden halt or changes of the MP3 music caused by incidentally tap on the
LCD screen while playing MP3 tracks, the camera offers “Key Lock” function which allows
you to lock all keys on the screen when listening to MP3 music.
To set “Key Lock” function while playing MP3 tracks, tap on the icon on the screen.
You are asked if you want to set the key lock function or not. Select Yes to set or No to
cancel.
After setting the key lock function on, the icon turns red to show the
camera is under key lock status.
To set the keys unlocked, tap on the LCD screen or push the navigation button, then the
unlock procedure shows on the LCD screen. Please follow the procedures below to reset the
lock open:
Repeat All Mode Repeat all MP3 tracks.
Repeat One Mode Repeat one selected MP3 track.
Repeat Random
Mode
Repeat MP3 tracks randomly.
Repeat Off Mode Set the repeat function off.
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Step 1: Press the navigation button
as illustrated.
Step 2: Press the shutter button as
illustrated.
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7 CAMERA SETTINGS
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:
Icon Setting Description Page
Memory
Copy files from internal memory to an installed SD
card. Format an SD card or internal memory.
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Date/Time Adjust the camera’s date and time. 46
Date Format
Select the date format used for the Date Imprint feature
(page 22).
46
LCD Brightness Set the LCD screen to Bright or Normal. 47
Sound Turn the camera’s system sound effects on or off. 47
File Number Reset Reset the automatic file counter. 47
Audio/Video Output Select Audio ouput or video output (NTSC or PAL). 48
Power Saving
Set the camera to automatically power off after three
minutes of disuse.
48
Language Select the default menu language. 49
Default Setting Return all camera settings to factory preset values. 49
Software Version Display the installed firmware version number. 50
Screen Calibration Reset the touch screen point and tap settings. 50
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7.1 Memory: Copying and Formatting
This function enables you to:
copy files from the cameras internal memory to an installed SD memory card
format an installed SD memory card or the cameras internal memory
Follow the steps below.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup .
2. Ta p Me m o r y .
3. To copy files from the camera’s internal
memory to an installed SD memory card,
tap .
You are prompted to confirm the action.
4. To format an installed SD memory card, tap
.
You are prompted to confirm the action.
5. To format the cameras internal memory, make sure an SD card is not installed, and follow
steps 1 to 3 above. The internal memory icon appears.
Note
Formatting an SD card or internal memory permanently removes all files, even if files are
locked (see “Locking and Unlocking Files” on page 39).
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.
Always format the SD card using the cameras function. Formatting the SD card with
another camera or with a computer may make it unusable with the DC E41.
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7.2 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. Ta p Date/Time .
3. Tap the year. The value adjust screen appears.
4. Tap to increase the year or tap to decrease the year. You can also use the
Navigation button to adjust the values.
5. Repeat Step 4 for the remaining values.
6. Tap to save the changes or tap to cancel and return to the Setup menu.
7.3 Date Format
The camera can store and display the current date in three different formats:
Year - Month - Day (e.g. 04 01 31)
Month - Day - Year (e.g. 01 31 04)
Day - Month - Year (e.g. 31 01 04)
Follow these steps to change the date format:
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup .
2. Tap Date Format .
3. Tap the format you prefer.
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7.4 LCD Brightness
The brightness of the LCD screen can be set to
Bright or Normal. The Bright setting is useful for
use in brightly-lit areas, however, battery power is
consumed at a faster rate.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup .
2. Ta p LC D Br ig h t n e s s .
3. Tap Bright or Normal .
7.5 Sound
The Sound function enables you to toggle system
sound effects (such as the beep when tapping or
scrolling) on or off.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup .
2. Ta p Soun d .
3. Ta p On o r O f f .
7.6 File No. Reset
The DC E41 automatically assigns incrementing
numbers to the file names of all photos, movie
clips, and sound clips that you record. You can
choose to reset the auto numbering to start from 1.
This can be useful if you have erased all files from
memory or formatted the SD card.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup .
2. Ta p File No. Re s et .
3. Ta p Yes o r No .
Note
The shutter and warning sounds cannot be
turned off.
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7.7 Audio/Video Output
The camera’s Audio/Video out port provides audio and video output for listening to sound
clips and viewing photos or video clips on a standard TV screen, or listen to music through
earphones. Use the Audio/Video setup function to set the operating mode.
Set the video output mode to either NTSC or PAL.
Refer to your local authorities for information on
whether NTSC or PAL is used in your region.
For information on connecting your camera to a
TV, see “Connecting to a TV” on page 51.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup and tap
Next .
2. Select Audio/Video out Format . The following
options are available:
Audio: The Earphone Jack/TV Out port will output audio for earphone use only.
(default)
NTSC: The Earphone Jack/TV Out port will output NTSC format video and audio.
PA L: The Earphone Jack/TV Out port will output PAL format video and audio.
7.8 Power Saving
When power saving is turned on, the LCD screen
will turn off after three minutes of disuse, and will
shut down completely after five minutes. It is
recommended that power saving be turned on to
avoid accidental discharging of the battery.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup and tap
Next .
2. Ta p Power Sav i n g .
3. Ta p On o r O f f .
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7.9 Language
The DC E41’s on-screen menus and messages can
be displayed in eight different languages,
including: English, Spanish, German, French,
Italian, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, and
Traditional Chinese.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup and tap
Next .
2. Ta p Langu ag e .
3. Tap the language icon you prefer.
7.10 Default Setting
Selecting this functions returns all camera settings
to the condition they were in at the factory.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup and tap
Next .
2. Ta p Defaul t S e t t ing .
3. Ta p Yes o r No .
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.
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7.11 Software Version
This function displays the version number of the
software installed in the DC E41. Should you ever
require technical assistance (see “Service
Information” on page 60), the technician you
speak to may request this information.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup and tap
Next .
2. Ta p Softw a re Ve r s i o n .
3. The software version appears on the screen. Tap Return to exit.
7.12 Screen Calibration
Over time, the LCD touch screen may become
uncalibrated, making it difficult to tap on icons,
sliders, or other objects. If this occurs, you should
calibrate the screen as follows.
1. Tap Menu , then tap Setup and tap
Next .
2. Tap Screen Calibration .
3. Follow the instructions that appear on the
screen.
4. If the calibration succeeds, the camera will
restart itself. If it fails, repeat steps 1 to 3.
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8 CONNECTING TO A TV
You can connect the DC E41 to a television and view photos and movie clips on a large screen.
Use the included AV to connect the DC E41 to your television as illustrated below. Your own
television input jacks may differ from the illustration. Refer to your television’s user manual for
assistance.
1. Turn the camera off and connect the AV cable’s mini-plug to the camera’s Earphone
Jack/TV out port.
2. Connect the two RCA jacks to your television as illustrated above.
3. Turn the camera on. Everything you can see on the cameras LCD screen also appears on
the television. The image on the camera LCD screen indicates that the TV has been
successfully connected. Then the LCD screen turns off; view the previous or next image by
pressing the Navigation button.
4. Use the DC E41’s playback functions to view photos, movie clips, etc. Refer to “Playing
Back Photos, Music, Movie and Sound Clips” on page 28 for more information.
Note
Turn the camera off before disconnecting it from the TV.
You may need to change the camera’s PAL or NTSC video format setting depending on
your region. For information, see “Audio/Video Output” on page 48.
The DC E41 supports mono audio output only.
Connect the yellow RCA jack to the
television’s Video In port.
Connect the white RCA jack to the
television’s left or right Audio In port.
Connect the small end of the
AV cable to the camera’s
Earphone Jack/TV out port.
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9 CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER
Connecting the DC E41 to your computer enables you to perform the following functions:
Upload photos, movie clips, and sound clips to your computer for storage and
organization.
Download MP3 music files from your computer.
Update built-in photo-frames.
Before connecting to a computer running Microsoft Windows, you must first install the
software that is included on the software installation CD-ROM that came with the DC E41.
9.1 Installing the Digital Camera Software
It's recommended that you set up the driver and software before connecting the digital
camera to your PC. Normally, a software installation menu appears automatically after this
installation CD is inserted into your CD-ROM drive. If the menu does not appear, browse
the CD with Windows Explorer, find a program file named “Autorun.exe” in the root
directory and double-click it. 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.
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9.2 Bundled Software
The software installation CD-ROM included with the DC E41 includes the following software.
Please refer to the software’s help or electronic user manual for instructions.
Software Description
DC E41 Driver If your operation system is Windows 98SE, please setup the
DC E41 driver first. If the operation system is Windows
ME/2000/XP, then it's not necessary for you to setup driver in
advance. But if you want to update the built-in photo-
frames, please set up the driver first.
Ulead Photo Express Ulead® Photo Express is a complete photo project software
for digital images. Acquire photos
effortlessly from digital cameras or scanners. Edit and
enhance images using easy-to-use editing tools and cool
photographic filters and effects. Assemble creative photo
projects and share results via e-mail and multiple print
options.
Ulead Photo Explorer Ulead® Photo Explorer provides an efficient way to transfer,
browse, modify and distribute digital media. It is the all-in-
one tool for owners of digital cameras, WebCams, DV
camcorders, scanners or anyone who strives to effectively
handle digital media.
Microsoft DirectX Microsoft DirectX is an all-in-one and cross-platform
media tool.
Microsoft Media Player Microsoft Media Player is a Windows utility that plays
audio, video, and streaming formats as well as many
other popular audio and video formats, including
MP3, CD audio, and MIDI files.
Acrobat reader Adobe Acrobat Reader is a “must have” utility to read
files in the popular cross-platform PDF file format.
QLink BenQ QLink is a utility for your smart photo
downloads, and has printout and edit functions.
Share via e-mail with others, for photos folders
management and show slide show photos on screen.
QMusic
BenQ QMusic lets you manage your music selections,
transfer MP3 files with your camera, create and
manage playlists, convert your CDs tracks into MP3s,
apply sound effects, and more.
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9.3 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.
1. Tu r n on the comput er.
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-Storage” on the cameras LCD
screen.
5. A new disk appears in Windows Explorer
labelled “Removable Disk.” (See note below).
6. Stored photos, movie clips, and sound clips can
be found in the directory “Removable
Disk\DCIM\100MEDIA.
Copy, view, delete, and move images, movie clips,
sound clips, and music files using standard drag and drop Windows Explorer commands.
Note
Photo files have the suffix “.jpg”
Voice Memo files have the suffix “.htm
Downloaded frame files have the suffix “.bqf” (not built-in frame files)
Movie clips have the suffix “.asf
Sound clips have the suffix “.wav”
MP3 files have the suffix “.mp3”
Refer to your computer’s Help for information on viewing or playing multimedia files on
your computer.
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9.3.2 Using the QLink Software
The included QLink software is a useful tool for downloading photos from your camera to
your computer, and then displaying, e-mailing, printing, or editing them.
After successfully installing the software (see “Installing the Digital Camera Software” on
page 52), follow the steps below to get started with QLink.
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-Storage” on the camera’s LCD screen. The software takes a moment to detect
and mount the camera.
5. A new disk appears in the navigation panel on the left labelled “Removable Disk.
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.
8. Refer to the built-in QLink help for more information on all of QLinks features.
Note
SD memory cards in the following sizes are supported: 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB,
128MB, 256MB, and 512MB. The DC E41 is compatible with SD memory cards manu-
factured by Panasonic, Toshiba, and Sandisk. Please contact your local dealer for pur-
chasing information.
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9.3.3 Using the QLink Frame
The included QLink software is also the tool for transferring downloaded frames from your
computer to your camera.
After successfully installing the software (see “Installing the Digital Camera Software” on
page 52), follow the steps below to get started with QLink.
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 cameras LCD screen. The software takes a moment to detect
and mount the camera.
5. The QLink Frame software will automatically launch as below.
6. If you’ve downloaded frames from our Web site (refer to 9.3.3.1 “Downloading Frames” ),
click and browse to the location of the downloaded frames to transfer them to the
QLink Frame PC window.
7. Select frames in either the PC or BenQ Camera window, and click to copy frames from
the PC to the camera or click to transfer frames from the camera to the PC. Click a
frame and drag it to in either window to remove the frame from the window.
8. When you have finished copying frames between the PC and BenQ Camera window, click
to transfer the files.
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9. When you have finished transferring files, detach the camera from the PC; then turn the
camera on to make the changes effective.
9.3.3.1 Downloading Frames
The DC E41 comes with 10 fun photo frames pre-installed in the cameras 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
Note
You can also import frames from the bundled CD in the directory
CD-ROM/PHOTO-FRAMES.
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10 TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptoms Causes Solutions
The power won’t turn
on.
The battery is out of power.
The AC power adapter is not con-
nected or is damaged.
The USB cable is not properly con-
nected to the camera or PC.
Use the AC power adapter to charge
the battery.
Make sure the AC power is con-
nected and it's not damaged.
First turn on the PC, then connect
the camera and PC with the USB
cable.
The power turns off
during use.
The battery is out of power.
Power Saving mode is enabled.
The battery/SD card cover is opened
when in use.
The adapter has not been connected
properly.
Use the AC power adapter to charge
the battery.
Switch on the power.
Do not open the battery/SD card
cover when the camera is in use.
Connect the adapter correctly.
The battery power is
being used up too
quickly.
The external temperature is too
cold.
The battery is not used for a long
time.
Keep the camera away from extreme
temperatures.
Recharge the battery with the AC
power adapter or USB cable.
The camera does not
take pictures when the
shutter button is
pressed.
The camera is not in Snapshot
Mode.
The battery is weak.
The power has not been switched
on.
Set the Mode switch to Snapshot
mode.
Replace the battery.
Switch on the power.
The close-up image is
blurred.
Select the correct focus range. If the subject is within 30 to 100 cm
(12 to 40 inches), select Macro
mode.
The flash does not fire. The camera flash is turned off.
The light source is sufficient.
The flash is not fully charged.
Set the flash mode to Auto Flash,
Forced Flash, or Red-Eye Reduction
mode.
Wait for the flash to fully charge.
There is something
wrong with the color
of the captured image.
White balance is not set properly. Set the white balance to Auto mode
or other suitable mode.
The picture is too
bright or too dark.
There is excessive or inadequate
exposure.
Reset EV bias value.
The LCD screen is not
clear.
The LCD screen plastic cover is
dirty.
The LCD screen has hot spots.
Clean the LCD screen with a soft
cloth.
Hot spots are normal and do not
affect the camera’s functionality.
The camera cannot
download images to
the PC.
The cable is not connected properly.
The camera is off.
OS is not Windows 98SE
/2000/ME/XP or the PC is not
equipped with a USB port.
USB driver is not installed (Win-
dows 98SE only).
Check the cable connection.
Turn on the power.
Install Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP
and USB port.
Install the USB Driver (Windows
98SE only).
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11 SPECIFICATIONS
11.1 System Requirements
Pentium 166 MHz MMX class or higher CPU
64 MB RAM
•CD-ROM drive
100 MB free hard disk space
•Available USB port
Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP
Image Sensor 1/2.5-inch 4.23 megapixel CCD with 4.0 megapixel effective resolution
Lens f=35 mm (35 mm film equivalent)
F 3.2/F 6.4
Digital Zoom Digital: 4X
LCD Monitor 2.0-inch color LTPS LCD
Focus Range Macro: 40 cm, Normal: 120 cm to infinity
Shutter Speed 1/3 ~ 1/600 seconds (2~1/600 seconds for Night Scene)
Exposure Metering: Spot, Center-Weighted Average, Average
Exposure compensation +2 EV (0.3 EV / step)
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 ASF format
Size: 320x240 with sound (continuous)
Music Mode MP3 format
Image size 2848 x 2136 pixels, 2304 x 1728 pixels
1600 x 1200 pixels, 1280 x 960 pixels
Dictaphone WAV format (continuous)
Voic e Memo WAV format (20 seconds)
Storage Type Built-in 8MB / SD card compatible
Interface Digital out: USB 1.1
TV out: Audio/Video output
DC power input: 5V
Power Source Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery / AC adapter / USB cable
Dimensions (WxHxD) 100.9 x 55.8 x 33.2 mm
Weight 127g (without battery)
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12 SERVICE INFORMATION
If you encountered problems using DC E41 and the camera driver program, please visit the
following website for technical support, answers to frequently asked questions and download
services:
http://support.BenQ.com
For free driver program updates, product information and news release, please visit the
following web address:
http://www.BenQ.com
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