BenQ G1 User Manual

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When recording with 1280x720p@60fps (1/2X, 8Mbps), the display aspect 
ratio is automatically set to 16:9.
7. Press   again to stop the recording.
Recording fast-motion videos
When the video size is set to 1920x1080p@15fps (2X, 18Mbps), the video is 
recorded at normal speed (up to 25 minutes). However, the playback is two 
times faster than the normal playback.
1. Press  >  > 
Movie Mode.
2. Press   or   to enter the submenu.
3. Use the wheel dial or press   or   to select 1920x1080p@15fps (2X, 
18Mbps).
4. Press   to confirm setting. 
5. Press   to exit the menu mode.
6. Press   to start recording.
The display aspect ratio is automatically set to 16:9.
7. Press   again to stop the recording.
No sound is recorded.
30m47s30m47s30m47s30m47s
1280x720p@60fps 
(1/2X, 8Mbps) 640 X 480p@120fps 
(1/4X, 3Mbps)
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Using the Movie Menu
Press   to access Movie menu options. Set the necessary settings before 
you start recording the video clip. 
1. Press  > .
2. Press   or   to enter the Movie menu.
3. Use the wheel dial or press   or   to 
select a menu item.
4. Press   or   to enter the submenu.
5. Use the wheel dial or press   or   to 
select the settings.
6. Press   >   to save the setting and 
exit the menu mode.
Movie options
To select a movie size:
1. Press   >   > Movie Mode.
2. Press   or   to enter the submenu.
3. Use the wheel dial or press   or   to select a setting.
4. Press   to confirm setting.
IconDescriptionIconDescription
1920x1080p@30fps 
(18Mbps)640 x 480p@120fps 
(1/4X, 3Mbps)
1920x1080p@30fps 
(12Mbps)1280x720p@60fps
(1/2X, 8Mbps)
1280x720p@30fps 
(8Mbps)1920x1080p@15fps 
(2X, 18Mbps)
 640x480@30fps 
(3Mbps)-- --
Recording a video at Full HD and HD mode requires a Class 4 or above SDHC card 
and the longest recording time is 25 minutes.
Movie Menu
Movie options
Autofocus Mode
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Autofocus Mode
Use this feature to control the auto focus method in recording videos.
To set the AF mode:
1. Press  >  > Autofocus Mode.
2. Press   or   to enter the submenu.
3. Use the wheel dial or press   or   to select 
Single AF or Full-time AF.
4. Press   to confirm setting.
Playing back video clips
View recorded video clips in the playback mode.
To view a video clip:
1. Press   to switch to Playback mode.
2. Press   or   to select the video clip you 
want to view.
3. Press   to start playing the video clip.
• To stop the playback, press  .
• To pause the playback, press  . Press   
again to resume.
• To adjust the volume, use the 
Zoom lever.
During the video playback, press and hold  to fast forward or press and hold  
to rewind.
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Playing back slow-motion video clips
The recorded slow-motion videos (see Recording slow-motion videos on page 
70) can be played back in slow motion at a speed of two/four times (1/2x or 1/
4x) slower than normal speed.
Playing back fast-motion video clips
The recorded fast-motion videos (see Recording fast-motion videos on page 
71) can be played back in fast motion at two times (2x) faster than normal 
playback speed.
The normal playback speed at 1x.
640 X 480p@120fps (1/4X, 3Mbps)
1280x720p@60fps (1/2X, 8Mbps)
Recording
Playback6 min. 15 sec.
25 min
Slow motion playback
(no sound)
Recording
Playback12 min. 30 sec.
25 min
Slow motion playback
(no sound)
Recording
Playback25 min
12 min. 30 sec.
Fast motion playback
(no sound)
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Setup menu
Press   to access Setup menu options. Set the necessary settings before 
you start taking the picture or recording the video clip. 
1. Press  > .
2. Press   or   to enter the Setup menu.
3. Press   or   to select a menu item.
4. Press   or   to enter the submenu.
5. Press   or   to select the settings.
6. Press   >   to save the setting and 
exit the menu mode.
.
Menu item Description
(Submenu or available option)
Sounds StartupSets the startup sound on and off.
ShutterSets the shutter sound on and off.
Beep VolumeAdjusts the volume.
Power 
Saving1 min.For power conservation, the camera 
automatically enters the standby mode 
after it has been idle for a period of 
time. (Press any key to resume.)
3 min.
5 min.
Off
The camera remains on when idle.
LCD 
SavingOnAutomatically reduces the brightness 
level when the battery power is low.
OffThe brightness level remains the same 
regardless of the battery power status.
Date & 
TimeSets the date and time. See Setting date and time on page 23.
LanguageSelects a language for display menus and other information. See 
Setting the OSD language on page 23.
Setup Menu
Sounds
Power Saving
LCD Saving
Date & Time
Language
Create Folder
Fr. No. Reset
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Create 
FolderDefaultUses the default folder setting.
MonthlyAutomatically creates a new folder on a 
monthly basis.
DailyAutomatically creates a new folder on a 
daily basis.
File No. 
ResetYe sCreates a new folder. The captured 
images are recorded to newly created 
folder from number 0001.
CancelContinues the file numbering from the 
last recorded image file number.
LCD 
BrightnessAutoAutomatically sets the brightness level 
based on the surrounding environment.
HighIncreases the brightness level.
NormalMaintains the brightness level to the 
default setting.
Manage 
MemoryFormatFormats the internal memory or the 
memory card.
Copy to CardCopies your files from the camera’s 
internal memory to a memory card.
Auto 
RotationOnSwitches orientation automatically when 
rotating the LCD display.
OffDisables auto-rotation feature.
Menu item Description
(Submenu or available option)
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TV setting TV FormatSwitches the video output according to 
different regional standards. Available 
settings: 
•
NTSC: for America, Japan, Taiwan, and 
others.
•
PA L: for China, Europe, Oceania, and 
others.
HDMISets an image resolution for HDMI 
output. The available settings vary 
depending on the 
TV Format setting.
•If the 
TV Format is set to NTSC, the 
available HDMI settings: 
Auto / 480p / 
720p / 1080i / 1080p.
•If the 
TV Format is set to PA L, the 
available HDMI settings: 
Auto / 480P / 
720p / 1080i / 1080p.
HDMI controlSets the playback control on the TV.
•
Auto: Operate with the TV remote 
control.
•
Off: Operate with the camera.
 TV Format should be set to either NTSC or PA L depending on 
your region. For details about which system should be used, check with 
your local authorities.
Reset AllResets the entire menu and button operation settings to initial 
default except the following settings:
•
Date & Time setting
•
Language setting
•
TV Format setting
•
Manual White Balance setting
Firmware 
Ve r s i o nDisplays the firmware version of the camera.
Menu item Description
(Submenu or available option)
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Working with computer and AV system
Bundled software
The camera offers the following programs on a CD.
To install these programs, see the information supplied with the CD.
Connecting the camera to a computer
You can connect the camera to a PC or notebook to transfer, view, print, or edit 
files as well as charge the camera.
To connect the camera to a computer:
1. Open the USB/HDMI port cover.
2. Connect the smaller plug end of the USB cable to 
the camera.
3. Turn on the camera.
4. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an 
available USB port on your computer.
5. Wait for the connection.
6. A 
Removable Disk icon appears in My 
Computer
. Click this icon to access the files 
in your camera.
 
ArcSoft 
MediaImpression™Easily, creatively, and productively manage your 
multimedia files. Create your own movies or photo slide 
shows, and share your photo, video and music files easily 
through simple e-mail attachments or popular photo 
printing and video sharing websites. 
Please use QuickTime when playing video files recorded by G1. 
(http://www.apple.com/quicktime)
When connecting the camera to a computer, please use the original accessory of 
the USB cable to avoid possible system conflicts and damage to the camera.
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Connecting the camera to an AV system
You can play files in your camera on a TV using an HDMI cable.
To connect the camera to a TV using HDMI cable:
1. Open the USB/HDMI port cover.
2. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the camera.
3. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to 
an HDMI TV.
4. Turn on the TV, and then switch the input 
source of the TV to “HDMI”.
5. Turn on the camera, and operate the media 
playback using the camera control buttons.
To operate the media playback with the TV remote control:
1. Turn on the camera and set 
HDMI control to On. See HDMI control on 
page 77.
2. Turn off the camera and connect the camera and TV with an HDMI cable.
3. Turn on the TV, and then switch the input source of the TV to “HDMI”.
4. Turn on the camera.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the camera via the TV.
• Before connecting the camera to a TV, set the TV Format setting to match the 
TV’s video output format. See TV setting on page 77 for details.
• For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s user’s manual.
• Some TVs may not recognize the video format (1080p, 30fps). Please check the 
user manual that came with the TV for more assistance.
Some TVs may not work with the TV remote control even the on-screen 
instructions are displayed on the camera. If this occurs, set HDMI control to Off 
and operate using the camera.
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Printing images
In addition to printing images by connecting the camera to a printer via a 
computer or bringing the memory card (if available) to a photo-processing 
center, you can choose to print using PictBridge.
Printing with PictBridge
You can directly print images by connecting your camera to a PictBridge-
compatible printer without using a computer.
To print images from a PictBridge-compatible printer:
1. Open the USB/AV port cover.
2. Connect the smaller plug end of the USB cable to 
the camera.
3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an 
available USB port on your printer.
4. Turn on the printer. Wait for a while until it finishes starting up and is ready 
to print.
5. Turn on the camera.
6. Wait for the connection.
7. On the PictBridge menu, select one of the following options:
•Print One: Select to configure the printing 
settings on one specific image.
•Print All: Select to print all images at a 
time. 
•
Print Index: Select to configure the 
printing settings on the selected image.
•
DPOF: Select to print only the images with 
DPOF tag. See Setting DPOF on page 65 
for details.
PictBridge
Print One
Print All
Print Index
DPOF
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