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DIGITAL CAMERA
D-565ZOOM
C-450ZOOM
X-300
REFERENCE MANUAL
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DIGITAL CAMERA
D-565ZOOM
C-450ZOOM
X-300
REFERENCE MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.
Screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual may differ from those of the actual product.
For customers in North and South America
For customers in USA
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : D-565ZOOM/C-450ZOOM/X-300
Trade Name : OLYMPUS
Responsible Party : Olympus America Inc.
Address : 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York
11747-3157 U.S.A.
Telephone Number : 631-844-5000
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
For customers in Europe
“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health, environment and customer protection.
“CE” mark cameras are intended for sales in Europe.
Trademarks
• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
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• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
• All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective owners.
• The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the “Design
Rule for Camera File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
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Introduction of the camera’s functions.
For shooting and learning the basic operations.
For fine- tuning the settings to get that particular shot.
For playing back and arranging pictures.
Settings that make the camera easier to operate.
Printing pictures.
Troubleshooting and other information.
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Contents
Names of parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Monitor indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Attaching the strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Loading the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Selecting optional batteries or an AC adapter. . . . . . . . . . 17
Inserting a card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Card basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Removing the card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
If the card is not recognized (card check) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Selecting a language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Holding the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Types of menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
How to use the menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Shortcut menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Shooting mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Playback mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Mode Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Shooting mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Playback mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Shooting mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Taking still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Taking still pictures using the viewfinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Taking still pictures using the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Comparison of the viewfinder & monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
If correct focus cannot be obtained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Determine the position of the subject after focusing
(Focus Lock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Subjects that are difficult to focus on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Night scene mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Recording movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Using the optical zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Using the digital zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Using the flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Macro mode shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Self-timer shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
PANORAMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Taking two-in-one pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Selecting a record mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Varying the image brightness (Exposure compensation) . . 74
Adjusting the white balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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Viewing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
QUICK VIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Close-up playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Index display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Selecting the number of pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Playback on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Picture rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
MOVIE PLAY - Viewing movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Protecting pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Erasing pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Single-frame erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
All-frame erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Creating black and white pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Creating sepia-toned pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Resizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
INDEX - Creating an index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
MODE RESET - Reset the settings you changed . . . . . . . . . . 96
ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
CARD SETUP - Formatting cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Displaying shooting information
Adjusting the monitor brightness
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REC VIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Turning the beep sound off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
FILE NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
PIXEL MAPPING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
VIDEO OUT - Video output selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
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How to print pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
All-frame reservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Single-frame reservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Resetting print reservation data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
The camera does not work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
The image quality is poor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
List of menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
List of factory default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
List of items by shooting mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Camera maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Glossary of terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
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1 Getting started
Names of parts
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Camera
Shutter button
Zoom lever
(W/T•
)
Self-timer lamp
Lens barrier
Turns the camera on and off in the shooting mode.
Lens
Extends automatically when you open the lens barrier.
Connector cover
DC-IN jack/VIDEO OUT jack cover
Strap eyelet
Card cover
USB connector
Card slot
VIDEO OUT jack
DC-IN jack
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Names of parts
Arrow pad
Buttons on the arrow pad have their respective functions. They are also used as direction buttons. , , and indicate which button to be pressed.
Macro button ( )
Viewfinder
Monitor
Flash mode button ( )
OK/Menu button ( )
Self-timer button (
)
Monitor button
(QUICK VIEW )
Playback button ( )
Turns the camera on and off in the playback mode.
Turns the monitor on and off in the shooting mode.
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Arrow pad
( )
Battery compartment
Tripod socket
Viewfinder
AF target mark
Orange lamp
Green lamp
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Names of parts
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Monitor indications
Shooting mode
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Still picture
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Movie
2 Battery check
3 Green lamp
4 Flash standby
Camera movement warning/ Flash charge
5 Macro mode
6 Flash mode
7 Sequential shooting
8 Self-timer
9 Record mode
10 Resolution
11 Metering
Items
12 Exposure compensation
13 White balance
14 AF target mark
15 Memory gauge
16 Number of storable still pictures
Seconds remaining
Indications
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Ref. Page
(lit)
(Blinks)
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SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
2288 ×1712, 1024×768, 640×480, etc.
-2.0, -1.5, -1.0, -0.5, +0.5, +1.0, +1.5, +2.0
, ,
[ ]
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36”
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Names of parts
Playback mode
INFO setting allows you to select how much information to display on the monitor. Screens when the Information display is set to ON are shown below.
"Displaying shooting information" (P.101)
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9
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Still picture Movie
Items
1 Print reservation,
Number of prints x 10
Indications Ref. Page
2 Battery check
3 Protect
4 Record mode
5 Resolution
6 Exposure compensation
7 White balance
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SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
2288 ×1712, 1024×768, 640×480, etc.
-2.0, -1.5, -1.0, -0.5, +0.5, +1.0, +1.5, +2.0
WB AUTO, , , ,
8 Date and time ’03.04.01 12:00
9 File number (still picture), Number of frames
Playing time/Total recording time (movie)
100-0016, 16
0”/15”
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10 Movie
Note
• The indications that appear on a movie picture that has been selected and displayed from the index display are different from those that appear when the movie picture is displayed using the movie playback function.
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Names of parts
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Memory gauge
The memory gauge lights up when you take a picture or record a movie. While the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture or the movie on the card. The memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the shooting status.
If the memory gauge is fully lit, wait a few seconds until it goes off to take the next shot.
When taking still pictures
Shoot Shoot Shoot
Before shooting
(Gauge is off)
One picture taken
(Lit)
More than two taken
(Lit)
Wait
No more pictures can be taken (Fully lit)
Wait until the gauge returns to the status on the left to take the next shot.
When recording movies
If you continue shooting
Shoot
Before shooting
(Gauge is off)
Wait
During shooting (Lit)
• Shooting is not possible until the lit area goes off completely.
• Movie recording ends automatically when the memory gauge is full.
Battery check
If the remaining battery power is low, the battery check indication on the monitor changes as follows while the camera is turned on.
Lit (Green)
(The indicator turns off after a while)
Remaining power level: high.
Blinks (Red)
Remaining power level: low.
Prepare new batteries.
No indication
Green lamp and orange lamp on the right of the viewfinder blink.
Remaining power level: exhausted.
Replace with new batteries.
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How to use this manual
Follow the arrows to perform menu operations. For details on operating procedures, see
The buttons for various functions and their location are clearly illustrated.
and indicate which button to press on the arrow pad. (The up or down buttons are used in this example.)
This sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual instructions in this manual.
Indications used in this manual
Note
Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunctions or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided.
Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera.
Reference pages describing details or associated information.
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Attaching the strap
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Thread the short end of the strap through the strap eyelet.
2
Thread the long end of the strap through the loop that has already gone through the eyelet.
3
Pull the strap tight, making sure that it is securely fastened and does not come loose.
Strap eyelet
Note
• Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera, as it can easily catch on stray objects, causing serious damage.
• Attach the strap correctly following the procedure so that the camera does not fall off. If the strap is attached incorrectly and the camera falls off, Olympus is not responsible for any damages.
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Loading the batteries
This camera uses 1 CR-V3 lithium battery pack or 2 AA (R6) alkaline batteries or NiMH batteries.
Important
• CR-V3 lithium battery cannot be recharged.
• Do not peel off the label from a CR-V3 lithium battery pack.
• Manganese (zinc-carbon) batteries cannot be used.
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Make sure that:
The lens barrier is closed.
The lamp on the right of the viewfinder is off.
The monitor is off.
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2
Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of .
• The battery compartment cover is unlocked and opened in the direction of
.
• Use the ball of your finger to slide the cover. Do not use your fingernail as this could result in injury.
Battery compartment cover
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1
Loading the batteries
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Insert the batteries, making sure that they are correctly oriented as shown in the illustration.
When using AA (R6) batteries When using a CR-V3 lithium battery pack
Battery insertion direction mark
There is a mark showing the correct way to insert the AA batteries on the bottom of the camera.
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Close the battery compartment cover, and press it down and slide it in the direction shown .
• If the battery compartment cover seems hard to close, do not force it.
With the battery compartment cover shut, press the mark firmly and push in the direction shown in the illustration.
When using a CR-V3 lithium battery pack, Insert it in the direction as shown in the illustration.
• If the camera is left for about 30 minutes with the batteries removed, the date and time settings will revert to the factory default settings.
Note
Precautions when using batteries
The amount of power consumed varies considerably depending on the operations performed on the digital camera. If you use exhausted batteries or alkaline batteries, the camera may turn off without displaying
the battery level warning (P.12).
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Loading the batteries
Selecting optional batteries or an AC adapter
In addition to the batteries provided with the camera, the following types of battery or AC adapter can be used. Choose the power source best suited to the situation.
CR-V3 lithium battery pack (Not rechargeable)
Since the CR-V3 lithium battery pack has a long service life, it is convenient when traveling.
NiMH batteries (Rechargeable batteries)
Olympus NiMH batteries are rechargeable and economical. However, charging the batteries repeatedly before using up their capacity will shorten the life of the batteries per charge gradually.
AA (R6) alkaline batteries
When you need batteries in a hurry, you can use AA (R6) alkaline batteries, which are easy to obtain anywhere. However, the number of pictures that you can take may vary considerably depending on the battery manufacturer, shooting conditions, etc. Turn off the monitor whenever possible to save power.
AC adapter
An optional Olympus CAMEDIA-brand AC adapter allows you to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. Be sure to use the specified AC adapter. An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads.
Use an AC adapter designed to operate on the AC voltage in the area the camera is being used.
Consult your nearest Olympus dealer or Service center for details.
DC-IN jack/
VIDEO OUT jack cover
AC wall outlet
Power plug
AC adapter
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DC-IN jack (black) Connection cord plug
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Loading the batteries
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Note
• Manganese (zinc-carbon) batteries cannot be used.
• If the battery power runs out while the camera is connected to a PC, the image data may be lost or damaged. You are recommended to use the
AC adapter when transferring images to a PC. Do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is communicating with the
PC.
• Do not remove or load the batteries or connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned on. Doing so could affect the camera’s internal settings or functions.
• The life of battery packs may vary according to the type of battery, manufacturer, shooting conditions, etc.
• Power is consumed continuously during the conditions below. This could shorten the life of the batteries.
• When the monitor is in the playback mode for an extended period of time.
• Repeated zoom adjustments.
• Repeated auto-focus by depressing the shutter button halfway.
• When the camera is connected to a PC.
• Carefully read the AC adapter’s instructions before use.
• When using an AC adapter, the AC adapter supplies power to the camera even if batteries are loaded in the camera. The AC adapter does not charge batteries in the camera.
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Inserting a card
"Card" in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card. The camera uses the card to record pictures.
Card basics
The card corresponds to normal camera film for recording the pictures you have taken.
Pictures recorded and stored on the card can easily be erased, overwritten, and/or edited on a PC.
1 Index area
You can write down the card’s contents.
2 Contact area
Comes into contact with the camera’s signal read contacts.
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2
Compatible cards
• xD-Picture Card (16 to 256 MB)
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Note
• This camera may not recognize a non-Olympus card or a card that was formatted on another device (such as a PC, etc.). Before use, be sure to format the card on this camera.
"CARD SETUP - Formatting cards"
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Inserting a card
1
Make sure that:
The lens barrier is closed.
The lamp on the right of the viewfinder is off.
1
2
Open the card cover.
The monitor is off.
3
Face the card the correct way and insert it into the card slot as shown in the illustration.
• Insert the card keeping it straight.
• The card stops with a click when it is inserted all the way.
• Inserting the card the wrong way or at an angle could damage the contact area or cause the card to jam.
• If the card is not inserted all the way, data may not be written to the card.
Index area side of the card
Notch
4
Close the card cover securely.
The position of the card inserted correctly
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Removing the card
1
Make sure that:
The lens barrier is closed.
The lamp on the right of the viewfinder is off.
The monitor is off.
2
Open the card cover.
3
Push the card all the way in to unlock it, and let it return slowly.
• The card is ejected a short way and then stops.
Note
Releasing your finger quickly after pushing the card all the way in may cause it to eject forcefully out of the slot.
4
Hold the card straight and pull it out.
Inserting a card
1
Note
• Do not use a sharp-pointed object such as a pen or any other rigid object when pushing the card.
• Never open the card cover, or remove the card or the batteries while the camera is turned on. Doing so could destroy the data on the card. Once destroyed, data cannot be restored.
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Power on/off
When shooting pictures (Shooting mode)
Power on: Open the lens barrier fully.
The camera turns on in the shooting mode and the lens extends.
If the lens does not extend when the lens barrier is opened, there is a possibility that the barrier is not fully open. Open the lens barrier fully until you feel it click.
Power off: Close the lens barrier slightly until it almost touches the lens barrel.
The lens barrier stops just before it touches the lens and the lens retracts. Wait until the lens is fully retracted before closing the lens barrier completely.
The camera turns off.
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Power on/off
TIPS
• To save battery power, the camera automatically enters the sleep mode and stops operating if not used for 3 minutes. If the monitor is on, it will automatically turn off. The lens retracts automatically 5 minutes after that. The camera activates again as soon as you lightly press the shutter button or zoom lever. Whenever possible, turn the camera off when you do not intend to take any pictures for a while.
• Do not push the lens barrier forcefully against the lens as this may damage the lens or cause it to malfunction.
Note
When playing back pictures (Playback mode)
Power on: Press (playback) with the lens barrier closed.
The camera turns on in the playback mode. The monitor turns on and the last picture taken is displayed.
If no pictures have been taken yet, or the xD-Picture card is empty, the message “NO PICTURE” is displayed on the monitor.
Playback button ( )
1
Power off: Press .
The monitor and the camera turn off.
Playback button ( )
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Power on/off
1
TIPS
• When the camera turns on, the monitor may light up momentarily and a picture may be displayed briefly. This is not a malfunction.
Note
• Never open the card cover, remove the card or the batteries, or connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned on. Doing so could destroy all data on the card. Destroyed data cannot be restored.
When changing the card, be sure to turn the camera off before opening the card cover.
The power is on when: or
The lens is extended The monitor is turned on
• Even if the monitor is turned off, the camera still consumes battery power when the lens is extended.
The power is off when:
The lens barrier is closed and
The monitor is turned off
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Power on/off
If the card is not recognized (card check)
When the power is turned on, the camera checks the card automatically.
If there is no card in the camera or a card that is not supported by this camera is inserted, one of the following screens will be displayed.
• All data stored on the card is erased when the card is formatted.
Note
Monitor indication
NO CARD
SELECt
CARD%SEtUP
POWER%OFF
FORMAt
GO
Corrective action
There is no card in the camera or the card is not inserted properly.
→ Insert a card. If a card is already inserted, remove it and insert it again correctly.
The card cannot record, play back or erase pictures.
Replace with a new card, or format the card.
→ Press to select POWER OFF, and press
. Replace it with a new one.
→ Format the card.
Press to select FORMAT, and press to display the confirmation screen. Select YES and press .
Formatting starts. If the card was successfully formatted, the camera is ready to take pictures.
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Selecting a language
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You can select a language for on-screen display. This reference manual shows the English on-screen display in the illustrations and explanations.
Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera.
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
2
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
OK button
Arrow pad
3
Press on the arrow pad to select
MODE MENU.
4
Press to select the SETUP tab, and press .
5
Press press .
to select
SETUP tab
, and
Top menu
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Selecting a language
6
Press to select a language, and press .
7
Press again to exit the menu.
8
Close the lens barrier to turn the camera off.
SELECt
ENGLISH
FRANCAIS
DEUtSCH
ESPAÑOL
GO
TIPS
• The language can also be set from the playback mode.
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Setting the date and time
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
2
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
3
Press on the arrow pad to select
MODE MENU.
OK button
Arrow pad
4
Press to select the SETUP tab, and press .
SETUP tab
5
Press to select , and press .
• The green frame moves to the selected item.
Top menu
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Setting the date and time
6
Press to select one of the following date formats: Y-M-D
(Year/Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/
Day/Year), D-M-Y (Day/Month/Year).
Then press .
• Move to the year setting.
• The following steps show the procedure used when the date and time settings are set to Y-M-D.
7
Press to set the year, and press to move to the month setting.
• To move back to the previous setting, press .
• The first two digits of the year are fixed.
8
Repeat this procedure until the date and time are completely set.
• The camera only displays the time in 24-hour time sysytem ("2.pm" would be "14:00").
9
Press .
• For a more accurate setting, press when the time signal hits 00 seconds.
The clock starts when you press the button.
10
Close the lens barrier to turn the camera off.
OK button
Note
• The current settings are retained even when the power is turned off, unless they are readjusted.
• The date and time settings will be canceled if the camera is left without batteries for approximately 30 minutes. The settings will be canceled more quickly if the batteries were only loaded in the camera for a short time before being removed. Before taking important pictures, check that the date and time settings are correct.
TIPS
• The date and time can also be set from the playback mode.
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1
Holding the camera
Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving.
When taking pictures in the vertical position, hold the camera to position the flash above the lens.
Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash.
1
Correct grip:
Horizontal grip Vertical grip
Incorrect grip:
×
Note
• Clear pictures cannot be obtained if the camera moves as the shutter button is pressed. Hold the camera correctly, and press the shutter button gently.
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2 About the menus
Types of menus
When you turn on the camera and press , the top menu is displayed on the monitor. The functions of this camera are set from the menus.
This chapter explains how the menus work, using the shooting mode screens.
) Arrow pad (
OK button Press .
The top menu is displayed. 2
Select a menu using the arrow pad.
Shortcut Menus
• Take you directly to the setting screens.
• Display operational buttons at the bottom of the screen.
Mode Menus
• Categorizes the settings into tabs.
• Displays the tabs of each menu.
Select the desired tab on the left of the screen by pressing
.
Tab
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2
How to use the menus
1
Press to display the top menu.
Press .
Top menu
2
Press a tab, and press .
CAMERA tab
PICTURE tab
Press to return to the tab selection screen.
OK button
Arrow pad
CARD tab
CARD%SEtUP
SETUP tab
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3
Press select an item, and press .
How to use the menus
4
Press select a setting. complete setting.
Press again to exit the menu and return to shooting status.
2
The green frame moves to the selected item.
or
To return to select an item,
Note
• Not all items can be selected depending on the status of the camera and the settings performed.
• In the shooting mode, you can take pictures by pressing the shutter button even with the menu being displayed.
• If you want to save the settings after the camera is turned off, set ALL
RESET to OFF.
"ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings" (P.97)
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2
Shortcut menus
Shooting mode
Shortcut menus are frequently used menus that can be accessed from the top menu.
Top menu in still picture shooting
Top menu in movie recording
PHOTO
(Movie)
Select this mode to record movies. It is displayed when the camera is in the still picture mode.
(Still picture)
Select this mode to take still pictures. This method is easy as all you have to do is to press the shutter button. It is displayed when the camera is in the movie mode.
Sets the image quality and resolution.
Still picture : SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
Movie : HQ, SQ
MODE RESET
Resets all settings including the exposure compensation and white balance to the factory default settings. When the shooting mode is set to , this menu resets the mode to (Still picture).
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Shortcut menus
Playback mode
Top menu when playing back still pictures
INFO MODE%MENU
ERASE
Top menu when playing back a movie
INFO
MOVIE%PLAY
MODE%MENU
ERASE
2
Runs through all saved pictures one after another. It is displayed when the camera is playing back still pictures.
MOVIE PLAY
Plays back movies. It is displayed when a movie is selected.
INFO
Displays all the shooting information on the monitor.
ERASE
Erases the selected still picture or movie.
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Mode Menus
The MODE MENU has 4 tabs. Press associated menu items.
Shooting mode
to select a tab and display the
2
CAMERA tab
PICTURE tab
CARD tab
SETUP tab
CAMERA tab
SCENE SELECT
ESP/
DRIVE
DIGITAL ZOOM
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
Selects the shooting mode from
PROGRAM AUTO, (portrait),
(landscape), (night scene) and
(self-portrait).
Selects the metering method from ESP and .
Adjusts the brightness of the image
(Exposure compensation).
Selects the shooting mode from
(Single-frame shooting) and
(sequential shooting).
Enables the zoom shooting at larger magnification than the maximum optical zoom.
Allows panorama pictures to be taken with Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards.
Combines two still pictures taken in succession and stores them as a single picture.
PICTURE tab
WB
Sets the appropriate white balance according to the light source.
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Mode Menus
CAMERA tab
PICTURE tab
CARD tab
SETUP tab
CARD tab
CARD SETUP
SETUP tab
ALL RESET
REC VIEW
FILE NAME
PIXEL MAPPING
VIDEO OUT
Formats a card.
Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power.
Selects a language for on-screen display.
Turns the beep sound (used for warnings, etc.) on and off.
Selects whether to display pictures on the monitor while saving them to a card.
Changes how file names are assigned.
Checks the CCD and image processing functions for errors.
Adjusts the brightness of the monitor.
Sets the date and time.
Selects NTSC or PAL according to your
TV’s video signal type. TV video signal types differ depending on the region.
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Mode Menus
Playback mode
PLAY tab
EDIT tab
CARD tab
SETUP tab
2
PLAY tab
Protects pictures from accidental erasure.
Rotates pictures 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise.
Stores print reservation information on the card.
EDIT tab
BLACK&WHITE
SEPIA
INDEX
CARD tab
CARD SETUP
Creates a black and white picture and saves it as a new picture.
Creates a sepia-toned picture and saves it as a new picture.
Makes the file size smaller and saves it as a new file.
Creates an index picture of a movie in 9 frames.
Erases all image data stored on the card.
(ALL ERASE, FORMAT)
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Mode Menus
PLAY tab
EDIT tab
CARD tab
SETUP tab
SETUP tab
ALL RESET
VIDEO OUT
Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power.
Selects a language for on-screen display.
Turns the beep sound (used for warnings, etc.) on and off.
Adjusts the brightness of the monitor.
Sets the date and time.
Selects NTSC or PAL according to your
TV’s video signal type. TV video signal types differ depending on the region.
Selects the number of frames in the index display.
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3 Shooting basics
Shooting mode
This camera allows you to take still pictures and record movies. You can select the appropriate mode from the SCENE SELECT (PROGRAM AUTO/
/ / / ) depending on the shooting conditions and the effect you want to achieve when you take still pictures. The factory default setting of the shooting mode is PROGRAM AUTO. For normal shooting which does not require any special setting or effect, you do not need to follow this procedure.
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
2
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
3
Press on the arrow pad to select
MODE MENU.
OK button
Arrow pad
4
Press to select the
CAMERA tab, and press .
CAMERA Tab
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Shooting mode
5
Press to select SCENE
SELECT, and press .
• The green frame moves to the selected item.
6
Press to select PROGRAM on the shooting conditions and the effect you want to achieve.
7
Press .
• Press again to exit the menu.
(Still picture)
Lets you take a still picture. You can select one of the five shooting modes depending on the situation.
(Movie)
Selected from the shooting mode top menu.
Lets you record movies. The camera maintains the correct focus and exposure even if your subject moves. You cannot record movies with sound.
Shooting modes for still pictures
PROGRAM AUTO (Factory default setting)
Used for regular photography. The camera automatically makes the settings for natural color balance. Other functions, such as the flash mode and metering, can be adjusted manually.
(Portrait)
Suitable for taking a portrait-style shot of a person. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.
(Landscape)
Suitable for taking pictures of landscapes and other outdoor scenes. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.
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Shooting mode
(Night scene)
Suitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting. If you take a picture of a street at night in any other mode, the lack of brightness will result in a dark picture with only dots of light showing. In this mode, the true appearance of the street is captured. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions. If you use the flash, you can take pictures of both your subject and the night background.
3
Normal shooting
(Flash fires.)
(Self portrait)
Enables you to take a picture of yourself while holding the camera. Point the lens towards yourself and the focus will be locked on you.
The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions. The zoom is fixed in the wide position and cannot be changed.
Night scene mode
(Flash fires.)
TIPS
• For details of the functions for each mode
Note
• Sequential shooting is not available in the night scene mode.
• The digital zoom and panorama shooting are not available in the self portrait mode.
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Taking still pictures
You can take still pictures using either the viewfinder or the monitor. Both methods are easy as all you have to do is to press the shutter button.
If the camera is in the movie record mode, press , and from the top menu, select
Taking still pictures using the viewfinder
The camera actually records a wider area than the picture you compose while looking through the viewfinder.
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• Slide the lens barrier fully open until it clicks.
3
2
Decide the composition while looking at the image in the viewfinder.
• When the distance from the camera to the subject is less than 50 cm/1.6 ft., select the macro mode.
Orange lamp
AF target mark
Green lamp
3
Press the shutter button gently
(halfway) to adjust the focus.
• Focus and exposure are locked, when the green lamp lights steadily. (Focus Lock)
• When the flash is ready to fire, the orange lamp lights.
4
Press the shutter button all the way
(fully).
• The camera takes the picture, and a beep sounds.
• When the green lamp stops blinking, you can take the next picture.
Shutter button
Shutter button
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3
Taking still pictures
• The orange lamp blinks while the picture is stored on the card.
TIPS
Correct focus cannot be obtained on the subject you want to shoot.
→
"If correct focus cannot be obtained" (P.48)
The green lamp blinks.
→
You are too close to the subject. Take the picture at least 50 cm/1.6
ft. away from the subject. When the distance from the camera to the subject is less than 50 cm/1.6 ft., select the macro mode.
→
Depending on the subject, the focus may not be locked.
"If correct focus cannot be obtained" (P.48)
The orange lamp blinks when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
→
The flash is charging. While the orange lamp is blinking quickly after shooting, the picture you just took is being stored. Wait until the lamp goes off.
To check the picture you have just taken immediately.
→
Set REC VIEW to ON.
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Taking still pictures
Taking still pictures using the monitor
With the monitor, you can shoot while checking the picture area that the camera actually records.
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• Slide the lens barrier fully open until it clicks.
2
Press .
• The monitor turns on.
3
Decide the composition while looking at the image on the monitor.
4
Take the picture by following the same procedure as for shooting using the viewfinder.
"Taking still pictures using the viewfinder" (P.43)
• When you want to take pictures with the monitor off,
Monitor button ( )
Number of storable still
Flash standby/Flash charge (P.43)
Green lamp
This indicates the same status as the green lamp on the right of the
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Taking still pictures
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TIPS
The monitor turns off automatically.
→
If the camera is not used for over 3 minutes, the monitor turns off automatically. The lens retracts automatically 5 minutes after that.
Touch the shutter button or zoom lever to turn the monitor on.
The monitor is hard to see.
→
Bright light, such as direct sunlight, may cause vertical lines to appear on the monitor screen. In this case, use the viewfinder. (Note that this does not affect recorded pictures.)
Note
• Press the shutter button gently using the ball of your finger. If it is pressed hard, the camera may move, resulting in a blur.
• Never open the card cover, remove the batteries or disconnect the AC adapter while the orange lamp is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have just taken.
• When taking pictures against strong backlight, the area of the picture in shadow may appear colored.
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Taking still pictures
Comparison of the viewfinder & monitor
Advantages
Disadvantages When close to a subject,
Tips
Viewfinder
Camera movement does not occur easily and subjects can be seen clearly even in bright places.
Little battery power is used. the image in the viewfinder is a little different from the picture that the camera actually records.
Use the viewfinder for general snapshots
(landscape pictures, casual shots, etc.).
Monitor
You can check the picture area that the camera actually records more accurately.
Camera movement can occur easily and subjects may be difficult to see in bright/dark places. The monitor uses more battery power than the viewfinder.
Use the monitor when you want to shoot while checking the picture area that the camera actually records, or when you take close-up shots of people or flowers (macro shooting).
• The camera records a wider area than the image in the viewfinder.
• As you get closer to the subject, the actual image recorded becomes lower than the one in the viewfinder (see left).
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If correct focus cannot be obtained
When correct focus cannot be obtained on the subject you want to shoot, you can focus the camera on another point at roughly the same distance (focus lock) and take the picture as explained below.
Determine the position of the subject after focusing (Focus Lock)
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
3
2
Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to focus on.
• When shooting a hard-to-focus subject, point the camera at an object about the same distance away as the subject.
Viewfinder
Green lamp
AF target mark
3
Press the shutter button halfway until the green lamp lights.
• When the green lamp lights steadily, the focus and the exposure are locked.
• When the green lamp blinks, the
Shutter button focus and exposure are not locked.
Release your finger from the shutter button, re-position your subject and press the shutter button halfway again.
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4
Keeping the shutter button pressed halfway, recompose your shot.
If correct focus cannot be obtained
5
Press the shutter button fully.
Shutter button
TIPS
The green lamp blinks.
→
You are too close to the subject. Take the picture at least 50 cm/1.6
ft. away from the subject. When the distance from the camera to the subject is less than 50 cm/1.6 ft., select the macro mode.
→
Depending on the subject, the focus may not be locked.
"Subjects that are difficult to focus on" (P.50)
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If correct focus cannot be obtained
3
Subjects that are difficult to focus on
Under certain types of conditions, the auto focus may not work properly. If this happens, focus on an object with high contrast at the same distance as the intended subject (focus lock), recompose your shot and then take the picture.
If the subject has no vertical lines, hold the camera vertically and focus the camera using the focus lock function by pressing the shutter button halfway, and return the camera to the horizontal position while keeping the button pressed halfway and take the picture.
The green lamp blinks.
The subject cannot be brought into focus.
Subject with low contrast
Subject with an extremely bright area in the center of the frame
Subject without vertical lines
The green lamp lights, but the subject cannot be brought into focus.
Subjects at different distances
Fast-moving subject The subject to be focused on is not in the center of the frame.
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Night scene mode
Setting the mode to Night scene allows you to take landscape shots at night under optimum conditions. In this mode, the shutter speed is not fixed to 1/30 second maximum when the flash is activated. Depending upon the subject or shooting conditions, shutter speed may extend up to 2 seconds. The noise reduction function activates automatically reducing ‘noise’ when the shutter speed is over 1 second.This function reduces electrostatic ‘noise’ that occurs with long exposure shots.
Noise Reduction: Off
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
Noise Reduction: On
2
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
3
Press on the arrow pad to select
MODE MENU.
OK button
Arrow pad
3
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Night scene mode
4
Press to select the CAMERA tab, and press .
3
5
Press to select SCENE
SELECT, and press .
• The green frame moves to the selected item.
6
Press press .
to select , and
• The setting is set to the night scene mode and the camera returns to the shooting mode.
• The night scene mark appears on the monitor.
7
Take the picture.
• If the shutter speed is more than 1 second, the noise reduction function will automatically be activated. The green and orange lamps will blink during processing.
Note
• This function may not work effectively with some shooting conditions or subjects.
• The prior flash setting is maintained in the night scene mode.
• The flash mode is set independently from the night scene mode.
• Since the shutter speed is slow, make sure you stabilize the camera by using a tripod or set it on a level surface.
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Recording movies
You can record movies with this camera. Recorded movies can be played back or stored separately as still pictures using the index function.
"INDEX - Creating an index" (P.94)
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
2
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
3
OK button
Arrow pad
3
Press to select .
• Movie recording is set and the menu is closed.
• The mark and the total recordable time depending on the card memory capacity are displayed on the monitor.
4
Decide the composition while looking at the image on the monitor.
• The optical zoom can be used to enlarge the subject.
5
Press the shutter button halfway.
mark
Seconds remaining
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Recording movies
3
6
Press the shutter button fully to start recording.
• The orange lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights.
• When recording a movie, the camera automatically adjusts the focus and exposure according to the moving subject.
• During movie recording, lights red and the time you can shoot is displayed.
7
Press the shutter button again to stop recording.
• The orange lamp blinks while the movie is stored on the card.
• When the remaining recording time has been used up, recording stops automatically.
• To return to the still picture shooting mode, press in the top menu, and select (Still picture).
Note
• The movie mode is canceled when the lens barrier is closed.
"ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings" (P.97)
• During movie recording, the flash is disabled.
• It takes longer to store movies than still pictures.
• The seconds remaining varies depending on the record mode.
• You cannot record movies with sound.
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Zoom
Telephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 3x magnification (the optical zoom limit, equivalent to 35 mm – 105 mm on a 35 mm camera). By combining the optical zoom with the digital zoom, zoom magnification can be increased to a maximum of approximately 12x .
Using the optical zoom
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
3
2
Push/pull the zoom lever while observing the subject on the monitor or viewfinder.
Zoom lever
Wide-angle: Push the zoom lever toward W to zoom out.
Telephoto: Pull the zoom lever toward T to zoom in.
3
Take the picture.
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Zoom
Using the digital zoom
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
2
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
Zoom lever
3
3
Press to select MODE MENU.
4
Press to select the CAMERA tab, and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
5
Press to select DIGITAL
ZOOM, and press .
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Zoom
6
Press press .
to select ON, and
• Press again to exit the menu and return to the shooting status.
7
Pull the zoom lever toward .
• The white area of the zoom indicator indicates the optical zoom. If the digital zoom is set to ON, a red area appears on the zoom indicator. The digital zoom is enabled when you reach the limit of the optical zoom and then pull the zoom lever toward T.
The cursor moves up and down on the zoom indicator according to the zoom magnification.
8
Take the picture.
3
Note
• Pictures taken with the digital zoom may appear grainy.
• Camera movement is likely to occur at higher magnifications. Stabilize the camera with a tripod, etc. to avoid camera movement.
• Turning the monitor off cancels the digital zoom, and the camera takes a picture at the specified optical zoom magnification. It will be automatically enabled the next time you turn the monitor on.
• You cannot use the digital zoom in Self-Portrait mode.
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Using the flash
Select the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve.
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
3
2
Press ).
• The current flash setting is displayed.
3
Press to change the flash mode to your desired setting.
• Each time you press , the flash mode changes in the following sequence:
"Auto-flash" - " Red-eye reduction flash" - " Fill-in flash" - " Flash off".
Flash mode button ( )
4
Press the shutter button halfway.
• When the flash is set to fire, the orange lamp remains lit.
5
Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
Flash working range
W (max.): Approx. 20 cm to 3.4 m (0.7 ft. to 11 ft.)
T (max.) : Approx. 20 cm to 2.0 m (0.7 ft. to 7 ft.)
TIPS
The orange lamp or (flash standby) indication blinks.
→
The flash is charging. Wait until the orange lamp goes off.
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Using the flash
Note
• The flash does not fire in the following situations:
When shooting in the movie record mode, during sequential shooting ( ) or panorama shooting.
• The flash may not give you the optimum result in the macro mode, especially with wide-angle shooting. Check the resulting picture on the monitor.
Auto-flash (No indication)
The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.
To shoot a subject with backlight, position the AF target mark over the subject.
Red-eye reduction flash ( )
The light from the flash may make the subject’s eyes appear red in the picture. The red-eye reduction flash mode significantly reduces this phenomenon by emitting pre-flashes before firing the regular flash. This helps accustom the subject’s eyes to the bright light and minimizes the red-eye phenomenon.
3
The subject’s eyes appear red.
Note
• After the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Hold the camera firmly to avoid camera movement.
• Effectiveness may be limited if the subject is not looking directly at the pre-flashes, or if the shooting range is too far. Individual physical characteristics may also limit effectiveness.
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Using the flash
Fill-in flash ( )
The flash fires regardless of the available light.This mode is useful for eliminating shadows on the subject’s face (such as shadows from tree leaves), in a backlight situation, or for correcting the color shift produced by artificial lighting (especially fluorescent light).
3
Note
• The fill-in flash may not have the desired effect under excessively bright light.
Flash off ( )
The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited, such as in an art museum. You can also use this mode when you want to shoot a naturallooking twilight or night scene.
Note
• Since a slow shutter speed is automatically selected in low light situations when in the flash off mode, the use of a tripod is recommended to prevent your pictures from being blurred by camera movement.
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4 Advanced shooting
Macro mode shooting
The macro mode allows you to shoot at a distance of 20 cm to 50 cm (0.7 ft. to 1.6 ft.) from your subject.
Regular photographs can be taken, but the camera may take time to focus on distant subjects.
Normal shooting
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
With macro mode
2
Press ).
• The monitor turns on and the current setting is displayed.
Macro button ( )
4
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4
Macro mode shooting
3
Press ( ) to switch the macro mode on or off.
• The setting changes between and
OFF each time is pressed.
When the macro mode is selected, is displayed on the monitor.
4
Take the picture.
Note
• If you are close to a subject, the picture in the viewfinder is different from the area that the camera actually records. For macro mode shooting, we recommend using the monitor.
• If you use the flash in macro shooting, shadows may be conspicuous and the correct exposure may not be achieved.
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Self-timer shooting
This function is useful for taking pictures where you want to be included in the photograph. Fix the camera securely on a tripod or set it on a level surface for self-timer shooting.
1
Open the lens barrier fully.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
2
Press ).
• The monitor turns on and the current selftimer setting is displayed.
Self-timer button ( )
3
Press ( ) to switch the selftimer mode on or off.
• The setting changes between and
ON
OFF each time is pressed.
When the self-timer mode is selected,
is displayed on the monitor.
4
Take the picture.
• The self-timer lamp lights up for approximately 10 seconds, and starts blinking. After blinking for 2 seconds with a beep sound, the picture is taken.
• The self-timer mode is automatically canceled after one shot.
ON
Self-timer lamp
4
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Selecting the metering area
In a backlight situation, your subject may appear dark if the picture is taken with the normal metering value (Digital ESP metering). In this case, by changing the metering area to the center of the viewfinder screen (Spot metering), a subject can be shot with optimal exposure regardless of the background light.
4
ESP (Digital ESP) : Meters the center of the viewfinder and the area around it separately to obtain the optimum exposure.
(Spot metering) : Meters only the center of the viewfinder to obtain the appropriate exposure for the subject.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ CAMERA →
ESP/ , and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
2
Press to select press .
, and
• Press again to exit the menu.
3
Take the picture.
Note
TIPS
• The camera returns to ESP (factory default setting) when the lens barrier is closed.
"ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings" (P.97)
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Sequential shooting
This function allows you to take a rapid succession of still pictures by pressing and holding the shutter button (9 pictures or more at 1.5 frames per second by Sequential shooting in HQ mode). As you can choose the best picture from a series of sequential shots, you are recommended to use this mode when taking pictures of a moving subject. Focus, exposure and white balance are locked at the first frame. You can also erase the unwanted shots afterwards.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ CAMERA
→ DRIVE, and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
2
Press press .
to select , and
• Press again to exit the menu.
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3
Take the picture.
• Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures in sequence until you release the button.
• You are recommended to use the viewfinder for sequential shooting.
During sequential shooting, the subject does not appear on the monitor.
Note
• The sequential shooting mode is canceled when the lens barrier is closed.
"ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings" (P.97)
• During sequential shooting, the flash is disabled.
• If the battery power is low and the battery check blinks during sequential shooting, shooting stops and the camera starts saving the pictures you have taken. Whether or not all of the shots are saved depends on how much battery power remains.
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PANORAMA
4
You can take advantage of panorama shooting with the Olympus xD-Picture
Card. Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures with overlapping edges into a single panoramic picture, using the CAMEDIA Master software.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ CAMERA
→ PANORAMA, and press .
• The PANORAMA mode is set. The subject is displayed on the monitor.
OK button
Arrow pad
2
On the monitor, use the arrow pad to choose the direction you want the pictures connected.
: Connects the pictures from left to right.
: Connects the pictures from right to left.
: Connects the pictures from bottom to top.
: Connects the pictures from top to bottom.
Connects the pictures from
left to right.
Connects pictures from bottom to top.
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PANORAMA
3
Make sure that the edges of the pictures overlap, and take pictures.
• Focus, exposure and white balance are set by the first picture. Do not select an extremely bright subject (such as the sun) for the first picture.
• You cannot adjust the zoom after the first picture.
• Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 pictures.
When shooting, make sure that the edges (right/left/top/bottom) of the images overlap, so that the CAMEDIA Master software can correctly connect the pictures.
• When you have taken 10 pictures, a warning mark appears.
4
4
Press to finish panorama shooting.
• The frame on the screen disappears and the camera returns to the normal shooting mode.
Note
• The panorama mode is only available with Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards.
• Your computer’s memory may be insufficient if you take too many panorama pictures in HQ or SHQ mode. You are recommended to use
SQ mode for panorama shooting.
• During panorama shooting, sequential shooting is not available.
• The camera itself cannot connect panorama pictures. The CAMEDIA
Master software is necessary to connect the pictures.
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Taking two-in-one pictures
This function allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a single picture. You can combine two different subjects in one picture.
4
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ CAMERA →
2 IN 1, and press .
• The 2 IN 1 mode is set. The subject is displayed on the monitor.
Picture when played back
OK button
Arrow pad
2
Take the first shot while observing your subject on the monitor.
• The subject will be positioned on the left in the combined picture.
3
Take the second shot.
• The subject will be positioned on the right in the combined picture.
Picture when shooting
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Taking two-in-one pictures
Note
• During 2 IN 1 mode shooting, the panorama and sequential shooting are not available.
• When the batteries are exhausted ( automatically turns off.
is displayed), the flash
• The 2 IN 1 mode is canceled when closed. Press
is pressed or the lens barrier is
to cancel the 2 IN 1 picture mode after the first shot has been taken. The first picture will not be stored.
• The 2 IN 1 mode is canceled when the camera enters the sleep mode after shooting the first picture.
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Selecting a record mode
4
You can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies.
Choose the best record mode for your purpose (printing, editing on a PC, website editing, etc.). For details of the different record modes, resolutions and number of storable still pictures on the card, refer to the table on the next page. The numbers in the table are approximate.
Record mode
SHQ
Description
• A high quality mode.
• Fewer images can be saved to a card.
• Takes longer to store the images.
Quality File size
Clearer Larger
Uses
• Good for printing.
• Can be enlarged to A4 (210 mm x
297 mm / 8.3” x 11.7”) size.
• Good for processing on a PC.
• Factory default setting.
HQ
SQ1/SQ2
Uses
• Good for editing on a PC or printing in postcard size.
• The resolutions are smaller than in
SHQ or HQ.
• A standard quality mode.
• More images can be saved to a card.
Uses
• Attaching images to e-mail or simply viewing them on a PC.
Normal Smaller
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Selecting a record mode
Still Picture Record Modes
Record mode
Resolution
(No. of pixels)
Memory capacity in number of shots
(using a 16 MB card)
5 SHQ
HQ
SQ1
SQ2
2288 x 1712
1024 x 768
640 x 480
16
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165
Movie Record Modes Maximum time for one recording (sec)
Record mode
HQ
SQ
Resolution
320 x 240
160 x 120
Movie recording time
15
60
(
The time remaining for recording movies (Total recording time) in the card is displayed on the monitor when the camera is set to the movie record mode
).
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Note
• The card memory capacity listed in the table is approximate.
• The number of remaining pictures may change according to the subject or factors like whether print reservations have been made or not. In certain instances, the number of remaining pictures displayed on the monitor does not change even when you take pictures or stored images are erased.
• If movies are shot with VIDEO OUT set to PAL and the VIDEO cable connected, the movie recording time will differ from the time listed in the
Movie Record Modes table.
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4
Selecting a record mode
TIPS
• Resolution
The number of pixels (horizontal x vertical) used when saving an image.
If the image will be printed, higher resolutions (larger numbers) are recommended so that the image will be clearer. However, higher resolutions make the file size (amount of data) larger, so the number of pictures that can be saved will be fewer.
• Resolution and picture size on a computer screen
When a picture is transferred to a computer, the size of the picture on the computer screen varies depending on the computer’s monitor setting. For instance, a picture taken in 1024 x 768 resolution is the same size as the screen if you set the picture to 1x when the monitor setting is 1024 x 768. However, if the monitor setting is over 1024 x 768
(such as 1280 x 1024), the picture only takes up part of the screen.
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Selecting a record mode
1
In the shooting mode top menu, press to select .
2
Press to select the desired record mode.
• For still pictures, you can choose from
SHQ, HQ, SQ1 and SQ2.
OK button
Arrow pad
• For movies, you can choose HQ or SQ.
4
3
Press .
• Press again to exit the menu.
• The record mode setting returns to HQ (factory default setting) when the lens barrier is closed.
"ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings"
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Varying the image brightness (Exposure compensation)
This function allows you to make fine changes to the automatic exposure setting. In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. You can adjust the brightness in the range of ±2.0 in 0.5 steps.
When the setting is changed, you can check the result on the monitor.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ CAMERA →
, and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
4
2
Press to select the exposure compensation value.
• Select a [ + ] value to brighten the image or a [ – ] value to darken the image.
−2.0
3
Take the picture.
0.0
+2.0
TIPS
• Often bright subjects (such as snow) will turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjusting toward + makes these subjects closer to their real shades. For the same reason, adjust toward – when shooting dark subjects.
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Varying the image brightness (Exposure compensation)
• The exposure compensation value returns to 0.0 (factory default setting) when the lens barrier is closed.
"ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings" (P.97)
• If the flash is used, the image brightness (exposure) may differ from the intended brightness.
• Exposure compensation cannot correct the image if the surroundings of the subject are extremely bright or dark.
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Adjusting the white balance
Color reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight, the setting sun, or tungsten lighting are reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly different for each. By setting the WB (white balance), you can achieve more natural-looking colors.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ PICTURE →
WB, and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
4
2
Press to select the white balance best suited to the shooting conditions. Choose from AUTO,
AUTO (No indication) : The white balance is adjusted automatically so that colors look natural irrespective of the light source.
(Sunlight)
(Overcast)
: For natural colors under a clear sky.
: For natural colors under a cloudy sky.
(Tungsten) : For natural colors under tungsten lighting.
(Fluorescent) : For natural colors under fluorescent lighting.
3
Press .
• Press again to exit the menu.
4
Take the picture.
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Adjusting the white balance
• The white balance setting returns to AUTO (factory default setting) when the lens barrier is closed.
"ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings" (P.97)
• White balance may not be effective under some special light sources.
• After setting a white balance other than AUTO, play back the picture and check the colors on the monitor.
• When the flash is fired with a white balance setting other than AUTO, colors may appear different in the resulting picture from the colors you see on the monitor.
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5 Playback
Viewing still pictures
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
Playback button ( )
• The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken. (Single-frame playback)
Arrow pad
5 2
Use the arrow pad to play back other pictures.
Jumps to the picture 10 frames back.
Display the previous picture.
Displays the next picture.
Jumps to the picture 10 frames ahead.
3
Press to cancel playback.
• The monitor and camera turn off.
Note
• If the camera is not used for over 3 minutes, the monitor and camera turn off automatically.
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Viewing still pictures
QUICK VIEW
This function lets you play back pictures while the camera is in the shooting mode. This is useful when you want to check shooting results and resume shooting quickly.
Functions available in normal playback mode are also available in Quick
View.
1
Press (QUICK VIEW) twice quickly (doubleclick) while in the shooting mode.
• The camera immediately enters the playback mode and displays the last picture taken. (Single-frame playback)
Monitor button
(QUICK VIEW )
2
Press the shutter button halfway to return to the shooting mode.
• The camera returns to shooting mode, and is ready to take pictures.
• Press the shutter button all the way (fully) to return to the shooting mode and take a picture immediattely.
5
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Viewing still pictures
Close-up playback
Pictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged in steps up to 4 times the original size.
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
• The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken.
2
Use the arrow pad to display the still picture you want to enlarge.
• You cannot enlarge pictures with .
Playback button (
Zoom lever
)
5
Arrow pad
3
Pull the zoom lever toward .
• The magnification increases each time the zoom lever is pulled. To return the picture to the original size (1x), push the zoom lever toward
.
• By using the arrow pad while the enlarged picture is displayed, you can shift the picture in the desired direction, enabling you to view a different portion.
Note
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• Pictures cannot be stored in an enlarged state.
Index display
This function lets you show several pictures at the same time on the monitor.
The number of pictures shown can be 4, 9 or 16.
"Selecting the number of pictures" (P.82)
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
• The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken. (Single-frame playback)
Playback button (
Zoom lever
)
2
Push the zoom lever toward to enter the index display mode.
Arrow pad
5
• Use the arrow pad to select the picture.
: Moves to the next frame.
: Moves to the previous frame.
: Jumps to the previous index display
(the frames before the top left frame).
: Jumps to the next index display (the frames following the bottom right frame).
• To return to the single-frame playback, pull the zoom lever toward .
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Index display
Selecting the number of pictures
This function lets you select the number of pictures in an index display from
4, 9 and 16.
1
In the playback mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ SETUP →
, and press .
Playback button ( )
OK button
Arrow pad
5
2
Press to select 4, 9 or 16, and press .
• Press again to exit the menu.
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Slideshow
This function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another. Only the first frame of movies are played back.
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
Playback button ( )
2
Display a still picture, and press
to display the top menu.
OK button
Arrow pad
3
Press ( ) to start the slideshow.
4
Press to stop the slideshow.
• The slideshow will not stop until you cancel it by pressing .
INFO MODE%MENU
ERASE 5
TIPS
• You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when running a slideshow for a long period of time. If batteries are used, the camera will stop the slideshow after about 30 minutes and turn off.
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Playback on a TV
Use the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV.
Both a still picture and a movie can be played back.
1
Make sure that the camera and the TV are turned off.
Connect the Video cable to the VIDEO OUT jack on the camera and the video input terminal on the TV.
DC-IN jack/
VIDEO OUT jack cover
Connect to the TV’s video input
(yellow) terminal.
VIDEO OUT jack Video cable
5
2
Turn the TV on and set it to the video input mode.
• For details of switching to video input, refer to your TV’s instruction manual.
3
Press .
• The last picture taken is displayed on the TV. Use the arrow pad to select the picture you want to display.
• The close-up playback, index display and slideshow functions can also be used on a TV screen.
TIPS
• You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when using the camera with a TV.
• Make sure that the camera’s video output signal type is the same as the
TV’s video signal type.
"VIDEO OUT - Video output selection"
• The camera’s monitor turns off automatically when the video cable is connected to the camera.
• Be sure to use the video cable provided to connect the camera to the TV.
• The picture may appear off-center on the TV screen.
• When pictures are compressed in order to fit the entire picture on the TV screen, a black frame appears around the picture. If the picture is output to a video printer via the TV, the black frame may be printed.
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Playback on a TV
Picture rotation
Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally.
This function lets you turn such pictures 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise so that they are displayed vertically.
1
In the playback mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ PLAY → ,
and press .
2
Press to select +90° or -90°.
• The picture is rotated, and displayed vertically.
• To close the menu, press twice.
Playback button (
OK button
Arrow pad
)
5
-90° Picture when taken +90°
Note
• The following pictures cannot be rotated.
Movies, protected pictures, pictures that have been edited on a PC and pictures taken with another camera.
• New picture orientations are saved even when the power is turned off.
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MOVIE PLAY - Viewing movies
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
• The monitor turns on.
Playback button ( )
2
Use the arrow pad to display the picture with .
"Viewing still pictures" (P.78)
3
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
5
4
Press to select MOVIE PLAY.
OK button
Arrow pad
mark
INFO
MOVIE%PLAY
MODE%MENU
ERASE
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MOVIE PLAY - Viewing movies
5
Press to select PLAYBACK, and press .
• The movie is played back. When playback ends, the display automatically returns to the beginning of the movie.
• The MOVIE PLAYBACK menu is displayed again after playback ends.
PLAYBACK: Plays back the entire movie again.
FRAME BY FRAME:
EXIT:
Plays back the movie manually one frame at a time.
Leaves the movie playback mode.
Press to select from PLAYBACK, FRAME BY FRAME or EXIT, and press .
When FRAME BY FRAME is selected
: Displays the first frame of the movie.
: Displays the last frame of the movie.
: Displays the next frame. The movie can be played continuously by holding the button down.
: Displays the previous frame. The movie can be played continuously in reverse by holding the button down.
: Displays the MOVIE PLAYBACK menu.
TIPS
• Movies can also be played back in the shooting mode using QUICK
VIEW.
5
Note
• The access time to play a movie varies depending on the total recorded time and the record mode of the movie.
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Protecting pictures
You are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erased by the single-frame/allframe erase function.
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
• The monitor turns on.
Playback button ( )
2
Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want to protect.
"Viewing still pictures" (P.78)
OK button
Arrow pad
3
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
5
4
In the top menu, select MODE MENU
→ PLAY → ,
press .
5
Press to select ON, and press .
• To cancel protection, select OFF.
• Press again to exit the menu.
Displayed when a picture is protected.
Note
• Protected pictures cannot be erased by the single-frame/all-frame erase functions, but they are all erased when you execute format.
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Erasing pictures
This function enables you to erase recorded pictures. You can choose the single-frame erase or the all-frame erase.
Note
• You cannot erase pictures that are protected. Cancel the protection before erasing such pictures.
• Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Be careful not to accidentally erase pictures you want to keep.
Single-frame erase
This function erases only the picture displayed on the monitor. The all-frame erase function can be used to erase all the pictures on the card at once.
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
• The monitor turns on.
Playback button ( )
2
Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want to erase.
"Viewing still pictures" (P.78)
3
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
4
Press to select ERASE.
5
Press press .
to select YES, and
• The picture is erased and the menu is closed.
SELECt
OK button
Arrow pad
ERASE
YES
NO
GO
5
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Erasing pictures
All-frame erase
This function erases all the pictures on the card.
1
In the playback mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ CARD →
CARD SETUP, and press .
Playback button ( )
2
Press
ERASE, and press .
5
3
Press to select YES, and press .
• All the pictures are erased.
OK button
Arrow pad
CARD%SEtUP
ALL%ERASE
CANCEL
FORMAt
SELECt GO
ALL%ERASE
CAUtION ERASING%ALL
YES
NO
SELECt GO
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Editing still pictures
This function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures.
The following editing operations are possible.
BLACK&WHITE : Converts pictures into black and white pictures and stores them as new pictures.
SEPIA : Converts pictures into sepia-toned pictures and stores them as new pictures.
: Changes the picture size to 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 and stores the picture as a new picture.
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
• The monitor turns on.
Playback button ( )
2
Use the arrow pad to display the still picture you want to edit.
"Viewing still pictures" (P.78)
OK button
Arrow pad
3
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
5
4
In the top menu, select MODE MENU
→ EDIT, and choose
each item.
• Select BLACK & WHITE
• Select SEPIA
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Editing still pictures
Creating black and white pictures
5
Select BLACK&WHITE, and press .
6
Press
BLACK&WHITE, and press .
• The BUSY bar is displayed, and the camera returns to the playback mode.
The black and white picture is stored as a separate picture from the original.
• To cancel the editing, select CANCEL and press .
EXIt
BLACK%&%WHItE
BLACK%&%WHItE
CANCEL
SELECt GO
Note
• You cannot create black and white movies.
• You cannot create a black and white picture if there is insufficient memory space on the card.
5 Creating sepia-toned pictures
5
Select SEPIA, and press .
6
Press to select SEPIA, and press .
• The BUSY bar is displayed, and the camera returns to the playback mode.
The sepia-toned picture is stored as a separate picture from the original.
• To cancel the editing, select CANCEL and press .
EXIt
SEPIA
SEPIA
CANCEL
SELECt GO
Note
• You cannot create sepia-toned movies.
• You cannot create a sepia-toned picture if there is insufficient memory space on the card.
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Editing still pictures
Resizing
5
Select , and press .
6
Press to select the new picture size, and press .
• The BUSY bar is displayed, and the camera returns to the playback mode.
The newly created picture is stored as a separate picture from the original.
• To quit the resizing function, select
CANCEL, and press .
EXIt
640*480
320*240
CANCEL
SELECt GO
Note
• Resizing is not possible in the following cases.
Movies, pictures that have been edited on a PC, or when there is insufficient memory space on the card.
• If the size of the selected picture is 640 x 480, you cannot select
640 x 480.
5
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INDEX - Creating an index
9 frames extracted from a movie are displayed as an index to show the movie at a glance. Indexes can be stored on the card as a still picture.
1
Press with the lens barrier closed.
• The monitor turns on.
Playback button ( )
2
Use the arrow pad to select a picture with .
OK button
Arrow pad
3
Press .
• The top menu is displayed.
INFO
MOVIE%PLAY
MODE%MENU
ERASE
5
4
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ EDIT → INDEX, and press
.
5
Select the first frame of the index.
Press the arrow pad to play back the movie until the picture that you want as the first frame is displayed in the green frame, and press .
OK
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INDEX - Creating an index
6
Select the last frame of the index.
As in Step 5, press the arrow pad to play back the movie until the picture that you want as the last frame is displayed in the green frame, and press .
OK
7
Press to select OK, and press .
INDEX
• The 9 frames extracted from the movie appear as an index display, and the camera returns to the playback mode. The index is stored as a new picture.
• If you want to select the frames again, SELECt
OK
RESEt
CANCEL select RESET and press and repeat the procedure from Step 5.
• To cancel the index function, select CANCEL and press .
GO
TIPS
• The index is stored as a still picture in a different record mode from the original movie.
Record mode when the movie is shot
HQ
SQ
Record mode when stored as an index
SQ1 (1024 x 768 pixels)
SQ2 (640 x 480 pixels)
5
Note
• The interval between the frames that are automatically picked out varies depending on the recording time of the movie.
• An index consists of 9 frames.
• You cannot create an index if there is insufficient memory space on the card.
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6 Useful functions
MODE RESET - Reset the settings you changed
Return the settings you changed, such as exposure and white balance, to the factory default settings. If you set the camera in the movie mode ( ), it will return to the still picture mode ( ).
Note
• The following settings do not return to the factory default settings. Mode menu SETUP tab functions (ALL RESET, , REC VIEW, etc.).
1
In the shooting mode top menu, press to select MODE RESET.
6
2
Press press .
to select OK, and
• The menu is closed.
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ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings
This function lets you choose whether or not to save the current camera settings after the power is turned off. The settings affected by ALL RESET are listed on the next page.
The ALL RESET setting (ON/OFF) applies to all the modes. If ALL RESET is set to OFF in one mode, this setting applies to all the other modes, both shooting and playback.
ON : All settings are returned to the factory default settings after the power is turned off.
For example: If you set to SQ1 before turning off the power, this setting will be returned to the factory default setting, HQ, when the power is turned ON again.
OFF : The settings made before the power is turned off are saved.
1
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ SETUP → ALL RESET →
OFF or ON, and press .
• Press again to exit the menu.
OK button
Arrow pad 6
Note
• The functions provided on the SETUP tab of the mode menu ( setting with ALL RESET.
, etc.) do not return to factory default
,
SETUP tab
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6
ALL RESET - Saving the camera's settings
Functions that All Reset affects and their factory default settings
Monitor
Function
Optical Zoom
Shooting modes
SCENE SELECT
DRIVE
DIGITAL ZOOM
ESP/
WB
Factory default setting
OFF
Wide
(Still picture)
(PROGRAM AUTO)
Ref. Page
-
(for still pictures)
OFF (1x)
AUTO
0.0
AUTO
HQ (2288 x 1712 pixels)
OFF
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CARD SETUP - Formatting cards
This function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Before using non-Olympus cards or cards which have been formatted on a PC, you must format them with this camera.
All existing data, including protected pictures, are erased when the card is formatted. Make sure that you transfer important data to a PC before formatting a used card.
1
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ CARD → CARD SETUP,
and press .
• Shooting mode
The FORMAT screen is displayed.
• Playback mode
The CARD SETUP screen is displayed.
OK button
Arrow pad
2
If the FORMAT screen is displayed, press to select
YES.
6
If the CARD SETUP screen is displayed, press to select
FORMAT, and press .
When the FORMAT screen appears, press to select YES.
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CARD SETUP - Formatting cards
3
Press .
• The BUSY bar is displayed and the card is formatted.
FORMAt
CAUtION ERASING%ALL
YES
NO
SELECt GO
6
Note
• Never do the following during formatting, as they may cause the card to malfunction.
• Open the card cover.
• Remove the battery.
• Connect or disconnect the AC adapter.
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Displaying shooting information
This function lets you display detailed shooting information on the monitor for
3 seconds in the playback mode. For details of the information displayed, see
"
"Monitor indications" (P.10)".
1
Pressing in the playback mode top menu displays the full amount of shooting information on the monitor (On).
• To turn INFO off, press to bring up the top menu and press (Off).
Playback button ( )
OK button
Arrow pad
When INFO is Off When INFO is On
Note
• If the picture has been taken with a different camera, only the date/time, file number and battery level are displayed when INFO is set to On.
6
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Adjusting the monitor brightness
This function lets you adjust the brightness of the monitor. The brightness can be adjusted in either the shooting mode or the playback mode.
When the camera is in the shooting mode, you must turn on the monitor beforehand.
1
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ SETUP →
, and press
.
6
2
Press to adjust the brightness of the monitor, and when you have set the desired level, press .
• Pressing brightens the monitor, and pressing darkens it.
• Press again to exit the menu.
ADJUSt
OK button
Arrow pad
GO
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REC VIEW
You can choose whether or not to have the picture you have just taken displayed briefly on the monitor.
ON : The picture being recorded to the card is displayed. This is useful for making a quick check of the picture you have just taken. You can resume shooting anytime during REC VIEW.
OFF : The picture being recorded to the card is not displayed. This is useful when you want to prepare for your next shot while the previous picture is being recorded.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ SETUP →
REC VIEW
→ OFF or ON, and press
.
OK button
Arrow pad
• Press again to exit the menu.
6
Note
• If the batteries are running low when you take a picture with the monitor off and REC VIEW is set to ON, the picture may not be displayed.
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6
Turning the beep sound off
This function lets you turn on/off the beep sound used for warnings, etc. The beep sound can be adjusted in either the shooting mode or the playback mode.
1
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ SETUP → → OFF or
ON, and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
• Press again to exit the menu.
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FILE NAME
The camera automatically creates file names and folder names for images to be stored in. Files can be numbered from 0001 to 9999 and folders can be numbered from 100 to 999. Examples are shown below.
Folder name File name
\ D C I M \ * * * O L Y M P \ P m d d * * * * . j p g
Folder No.
(100 - 999)
Month
(1 - C)
File No.
(0001 - 9999)
Day (01 - 31)
• Month: Jan. - Sep. = 1 - 9, Oct. = A, Nov. = B, Dec. = C
There are two settings from which you can choose: RESET or AUTO. Choose the one that is best for you when transferring images to a PC.
File name settings
RESET : The file number and folder number are reset every time a new card is inserted in the camera. The folder number returns to No. 100 and the file number returns to No. 0001. This method is useful when grouping files on separate cards.
AUTO : Even if a new card is inserted, the folder number and file number are retained from the previous card, so the same file number is not used on different cards. This helps you to manage multiple cards.
This method is useful when you want to manage all your files with sequential numbers.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ SETUP →
FILE NAME
→ RESET or
AUTO, and press .
• Press again to exit the menu.
OK button
Arrow pad
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Note
• When the File No. reaches 9999, the file number returns to 0001 and the folder number changes.
• When both the Folder and File No. reach their respective maximum number (999/9999), the number of storable pictures becomes 0 even if the card is not full. No more pictures can be taken. Replace the card with a new one.
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PIXEL MAPPING
The Pixel Mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is not necessary to operate this function frequently. Approximately once a year is recommended. Wait a few minutes after the monitor is used or continuous shots are taken to allow for proper performance of the Pixel Mapping function.
1
In the shooting mode top menu, select MODE MENU
→ SETUP →
PIXEL MAPPING, and press .
• START is displayed.
OK button
Arrow pad
2
Press .
• The BUSY bar is displayed during Pixel
Mapping. When Pixel Mapping is finished, the screen returns to the mode menu.
6
Note
• If you accidentally turn the camera off during Pixel Mapping, start again from step 1.
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VIDEO OUT - Video output selection
You can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV's video signal type. Select the video signal type before connecting the camera to the TV. If you select the wrong video signal type, the recorded pictures will not be played back properly on your TV. Switching the video signal type between NTSC and PAL can be conducted in either the shooting mode or the playback mode.
1
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ SETUP → VIDEO OUT →
NTSC or PAL, and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
• Press again to exit the menu.
• The factory default setting varies depending on the area where you purchased this camera.
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TIPS
TV video signal types & main regions
Check the video signal type before using the camera.
NTSC: Japan, Taiwan, Korea, North America
PAL: European countries, China
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7 Print setting
How to print pictures
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Several different printing options are available when you want to print out pictures.
Printing at a photo lab that supports DPOF or printing on a
DPOF-compatible printer
Store the print reservation data on the card. Print reservation allows you to save printing data (number of prints, date/time information, etc.) with the pictures stored on the card.
What is DPOF?
DPOF is short for Digital Print Order Format. DPOF is the format used to record automatic print information from digital cameras.
If a card containing print reservation data is taken to a photo lab that supports the DPOF format, the pictures can be printed according to the DPOF reservations.Or pictures can be printed out at home on a personal DPOFcompatible printer.
Printing on an Olympus CAMEDIA P-400 or P-200 digital printer
Printing out directly to the printer is possible without using a PC. For more details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. xD-Picture Card requires a card adapter (optional) to be inserted to the printer.
Transferring pictures to a PC and printing them from a printer connected to the PC
If your PC has software applications installed that support JPEG images
(internet browser, Paint Shop Pro, Photoshop, etc.), you can print out your pictures on a printer connected to the PC. (Printing is also possible using
CAMEDIA Master software.) Check your software before printing. For details, refer to the application software's instructions.
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How to print pictures
TIPS
Picture size and printing
The resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of dots (pixels) per inch. This is called dpi (dots per inch). The higher the dpi value, the better the printed results. Keep in mind, however, that the dpi of the picture does not change. This means that when you print an image with a higher resolution, the size of the printed picture will be smaller.
Although you can print magnified images, picture quality will decrease.
If you want to print large, high-quality pictures, set the record mode as high as possible when taking the pictures.
Note
• DPOF reservations set by another device cannot be changed by this camera. Make changes using the original device.
• If a card contains DPOF reservations set by another device, entering reservations using this camera may overwrite the previous reservations.
• The allowable number of pictures for DPOF reservation is 999 frames per card.
• Print reservation may not be available if there is insufficient card memory. In this case, the CARD FULL message is displayed.
• Not all functions may be available on all printers or at all photo labs.
• Print reservation may take considerable time when saving printing data to a card.
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All-frame reservation
Use this feature to print all pictures stored on the card. Select the desired number of prints and whether you want the date and time included.
1
Play back a still picture.
• You cannot print pictures with .
Playback button ( )
2
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ PLAY →
, and press
.
• If print reservation data is already stored on the card, the PRINT ORDER
SETTING screen appears, giving you the choice of resetting the data or keeping it.
Select KEEP and press .
3
Press to select (allframe reservation), and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
PRINt%ORDER
7
EXIt SELECt
4
Press to select x (number of prints) or time), and press .
GO
(date/
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5
Perform each setting as illustrated.
Select x.
*
All-frame reservation
*0
*
EXIt SELECt GO
SELECt SEt GO
Select .
*
NO
DAtE tIME
GO EXIt SELECt
Set the number of prints
Press to set the desired number of prints, and press .
If you want to continue to set the date/time printing data, press to return to
Step 4.
: Increases the number.
: Decreases the number.
Set the date/time printing data
Press to select NO, DATE or TIME, and press .
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NO : The pictures are printed without the date and time.
DATE : All the pictures are printed with the shooting date.
TIME : All the pictures are printed with the shooting time.
• After completing all the print reservations, press to return to the playback mode menu.
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Single-frame reservation
Use this feature to print only selected pictures. It is also used to change the reserved number of prints and the date/time settings. Display the frame to be printed and select the desired number of prints.
1
Play back a still picture.
• You cannot print pictures with .
Playback button ( )
2
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ PLAY →
, and press
.
• If data is already stored on the card, the
PRINT ORDER SETTING screen appears, giving you the choice of resetting the data or keeping it.
Select KEEP and press .
3
Press to select (singleframe reservation), and press .
OK button
Arrow pad
PRINt%ORDER
7 EXIt SELECt GO
PRINT ORDER screen
4
Press the arrow pad to display the frame you want to print, and press
.
• You can use the index display feature to select the frames.
SELECt GO
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Single-frame reservation
5
Select the appropriate item using the arrow pad.
MORE : Sets the number of prints and date/time. → Go to
Step 6.
SINGLE PRINT : Sets single-frame print.
CANCEL
END
SINGLE PRINt
MORE
CANCEL
The date/time settings are not available. The print reservation is set. Return to Step 4.
: Cancels the reservation of the picture displayed on
END the screen.
"Resetting print reservation data"
: Completes the print reservation.
→
Go to Step 11.
6
Press on the arrow pad to select x (number of prints) or
(date/time), and press .
7
Perform each setting.
Set the number of prints
Press to set the desired number of prints, and press .
If you want to continue to set the date/time printing data, press to return to Step 6.
: Increases the number.
: Decreases the number.
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Single-frame reservation
Set the date/time printing data
Press to select NO, DATE or
TIME, and press .
NO : The pictures are printed without the date and time.
DATE : All the pictures with print reservation are printed with the shooting date.
TIME : All the pictures with print reservation are printed with the shooting time.
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After setting the number of prints and the date/time printing data, press again to complete the print reservations, and return to the screen in Step 4.
• mark is displayed on the image displayed on the screen.
9
Press to display the singleframe reservation menu.
Mark
7
10
Press to select END.
• The PRINT ORDER screen appears.
• Press again to display the PRINT
ORDER SETTING screen, and press once more to return to the playback mode menu.
SELECt GO
SINGLE PRINt
END
CANCEL
MORE
Single-frame reservation menu screen 11
Press until the screen returns to the mode menu.
• Press to close the menu.
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Resetting print reservation data
This function allows you to reset the print reservation data for the pictures stored on the card.
There are two ways to reset the print reservation data. One is to reset the print reservation data for all the frames. The other is to reset the print reservation data for the unwanted frames only.
1
Play back the still picture marked
.
Playback button ( )
2
In the top menu, select MODE
MENU
→ PLAY →
, and press
.
• The PRINT ORDER SETTING screen appears.
3
When resetting the print reservation data for all the frames, press to select
RESET, and press .
To reset the print reservation data for the unwanted frame only, press and press .
to select KEEP,
OK button
Arrow pad
EXIt
PRINt%ORDER%SEttING
PRINt%ORDERED
RESEt
KEEP
SELECt GO
PRINT ORDER
SETTING screen
4
PRINT ORDER SETTING screen is displayed. Press
to select SINGLE PRINT, and press .
5
Use the arrow pad to display the frame that has the print reservation data you want to reset, and press
.
• The Single-frame reservation menu screen appears.
SELECt GO
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Resetting print reservation data
6
Press to select CANCEL.
• The selected print reservation data is canceled and the camera returns to the screen in Step 5.
END
SINGLE PRINt
MORE
CANCEL
Single-frame reservation menu screen
7
When there are not any other print reservation data to be reset, press to display the Single-frame reservation menu screen, and press .
8
Press until the screen returns to the mode menu.
• Press to close the menu.
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8 Miscellaneous
Error codes
Monitor indication
WRITE-
PROTECT
CARD FULL
NO PICTURE
Possible cause Corrective action
NO CARD
CARD ERROR
The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized.
There is a problem with the card.
Insert a card or insert a different card.
Wipe the gold contacts with a commercially available cleaning paper and insert the card again. If the problem persists, format the card. If the card cannot be formatted, it cannot be used.
This card cannot be used. Insert a new card.
Writing to the card is prohibited.
Read-only setting is applied to the card by a PC. Cancel the setting using the
PC.
The card is full. No more pictures can be taken or no more information such as print reservation can be recorded.
There are no pictures on the card.
Replace the card or erase unwanted pictures. Before erasing, download important images to a PC.
The card contains no pictures. Record pictures.
PICTURE
ERROR
The selected picture has a problem, therefore it cannot be played back on this camera.
The card cover is open.
Use image processing software to view the picture on a PC. If that cannot be done, the image file is damaged.
Close the card cover.
CARD COVER
OPEN
SELECt
CARD%SEtUP
POWER%OFF
FORMAt
GO
The card is not formatted.
Format the card.
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Troubleshooting
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The camera does not work
The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond.
Possible cause Corrective action
The power is off.
The batteries are loaded incorrectly.
Open the lens barrier fully to turn on the camera.
Reload the batteries correctly.
The batteries are exhausted.
The batteries are temporarily unable to function because of the cold.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
Warm the batteries by putting them in your pocket for a while.
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The camera is in the sleep mode.
There is condensation* inside the camera.
The camera is connected to a PC.
Operate the camera (press the shutter button or the zoom lever etc.).
Wait until the camera dries before turning it on again.
Disconnect from PC. The camera will not operate while it is connected to a PC.
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*Condensation: When it is cold outside, the water vapor in the air is rapidly cooled and turns to droplets of water.
Condensation occurs when the camera is suddenly taken from a cold place into a warm room.
No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed.
Possible cause Corrective action
The lens barrier is closed.
Open the lens barrier fully.
The power is off.
The flash has not finished charging.
The movie just taken is being written to the card.
The card is full.
Open the lens barrier fully.
Release your finger from the shutter button, and wait until the orange lamp stops blinking. Press the shutter button again.
Release your finger from the shutter button.
When the orange lamp stops blinking, resume shooting.
The memory gauge is full.
Erase unwanted picture or insert a new card.
Before erasing, download important images to a
PC.
Wait until there is room in the memory gauge.
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Troubleshooting
There is a problem with the card.
Refer to the "Error codes".
The flash does not fire.
Possible cause
The flash is set to the flash off mode.
The subject is illuminated.
Sequential shooting or movie mode is set.
Corrective action
Select a flash mode other than flash off.
If you want the flash to fire on a brightly illuminated subject, set the flash to fill-in mode.
The flash does not fire in the sequential shooting or movie mode.
Set in the DRIVE menu.
Panorama mode is set. The flash does not fire in the panorama mode.
Cancel the panorama mode.
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The green and orange lamps on the right of the viewfinder blink simultaneously.
Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page
The batteries are exhausted.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
The monitor does not turn on.
Possible cause Corrective action
The camera is in the sleep mode.
The camera is taking pictures in sequence.
Operate the camera (press the shutter button or the zoom lever etc.).
During sequential shooting, the subject does not appear on the monitor.
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Troubleshooting
The monitor is hard to see.
Possible cause Corrective action
The brightness is not adjusted properly.
The monitor is exposed to direct sunlight.
Select in the mode menu and then adjust the brightness.
Block the sunlight with your hand.
Vertical lines appear on the monitor screen.
Bright light, such as direct sunlight, may cause vertical lines to appear on the monitor screen.
This is not a malfunction.
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Pictures you have taken do not appear on the monitor.
Possible cause Corrective action
The power is off.
The camera is in the shooting mode.
Close the lens barrier, and press monitor on.
to turn the
Press quickly twice, or close the lens barrier and then press to switch to the playback mode.
There are no pictures on the card.
There is a problem with the card.
The camera is connected to a TV.
NO PICTURE appears on the monitor. Record pictures.
Refer to the "Error codes".
The monitor does not function when the video cable is connected to the camera.
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Possible cause Corrective action
The date/time is not set.
The batteries are exhausted.
The camera has been left with the batteries removed.
Set the date/time. The clock adjustment is not factory-preset.
When the batteries run out, the date/time setting is canceled or becomes inaccurate. Replace the batteries with new ones and set the date/time again.
If the camera is left for a while with the batteries removed, the date/time setting is canceled. Set the date/time again.
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Troubleshooting
The settings are returned to the factory default settings when the camera is turned off.
Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page
ALL RESET is set to
ON.
Select the SETUP tab in the mode menu and set
ALL RESET to OFF.
No picture is displayed on the TV when connected to the camera.
Possible cause Corrective action
The video output signal is incorrect.
The camera is not in the playback mode.
Set the video output signal according to the region where used.
Press quickly twice, or close the lens barrier and then press to switch to the playback mode.
The TV video signal setting is incorrect.
Set the TV to the video input mode.
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Troubleshooting
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The image quality is poor
The picture is too bright.
Possible cause
The flash was set to the fill-in flash mode.
The subject was excessively illuminated.
Corrective action
Select a flash mode other than fill-in flash.
Adjust the exposure compensation toward minus (-) or change the camera position.
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The picture is too dark.
Possible cause
The flash was blocked by your finger.
The subject was out of the working range of the flash.
The flash was set to the flash off mode.
The subject was too small and was backlit.
The sequential shooting mode was used.
Bright subjects such as snow will turn out darker than their natural colors in the image.
Corrective action
Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers away from the flash.
Shoot within the flash working range.
Select a flash mode other than flash off.
Set the flash to fill-in mode, or use the spot metering mode.
Higher shutter speeds are used when the sequential shooting mode is selected, which may result in pictures that are darker than usual. Select in the DRIVE menu.
Adjust the exposure compensation toward +.
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The colors of pictures taken indoors look unnatural.
Possible cause Corrective action
Set the white balance according to the lighting.
Indoor lighting can affect the picture's colors.
There is no white in the subject.
The white balance setting is wrong.
Include something white in the picture, or shoot using the fill-in flash mode.
Adjust the white balance according to the light source.
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Troubleshooting
The picture has obscured edge(s).
Possible cause Corrective action
The lens was partly blocked by your finger or the strap.
The subject was too close.
Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers and the strap away from the lens.
Check the actual picture area by using the monitor to take the picture.
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The picture is out of focus.
Possible cause Corrective action
The camera moved when the shutter button was pressed.
The lens was dirty.
The focus may not be correct even if the green lamp lights.
Hold the camera correctly and press the shutter button gently.
Camera movement occurs easily with slower shutter speeds. When you take a picture with the flash off mode in a night scene or a dark situation, use a tripod, or hold the camera firmly.
Clean the lens. Use a commercially available blower blush and then wipe with a Lens cleaner to remove dust. Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.
Determine the position of the subject after focusing the camera on an object about the same distance away as the subject.
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The life of the batteries is short.
Possible cause Corrective action
The camera is being used in a cold area.
The correct battery level is not displayed.
The battery performance decreases in cold areas. Protect the camera from the cold by using a cold protection gear, or by putting it inside your clothes.
Batteries can run out without a warning message when the amount of power consumed increases considerably. Replace with new batteries.
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List of menus
8
Shooting mode menus
Top menu
MODE
MENU
MODE RESET
Tab
CAMERA
PICTURE
CARD
SETUP
( / / / / )
Function
SCENE SELECT
ESP/
DRIVE
DIGITAL ZOOM*
1
PANORAMA*
1
2 IN 1*
2
WB
Setting
, , ,
Ref.
Page
,
-2.0, -1.5, -1.0,
-0.5, 0, +0.5,
+1.0, +1.5, +2.0
CARD SETUP
ALL RESET
,
YES, NO
ON, OFF
REC VIEW
FILE NAME
PIXEL MAPPING
ENGLISH,
FRANCAIS,
DEUTSCH,
ESPAÑOL
ON, OFF
ON, OFF
RESET, AUTO
VIDEO OUT NTSC, PAL
SHQ, HQ, SQ1,
SQ2
RESET,
CANCEL
* 1
*
2
Cannot be selected in mode.
Cannot be selected in mode.
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List of menus
Shooting mode menus (
Top menu Tab
MODE
MENU
CAMERA
)
Function
ESP/
MODE RESET
PICTURE
CARD
SETUP
DIGITAL ZOOM
WB
CARD SETUP
ALL RESET
REC VIEW
FILE NAME
PIXEL MAPPING
VIDEO OUT
Setting Ref.
Page
-2.0, -1.5, -1.0,
-0.5, 0, +0.5,
+1.0, +1.5, +2.0
ON, OFF
,
YES, NO
ON, OFF
ENGLISH,
FRANCAIS,
DEUTSCH,
ESPAÑOL
ON, OFF
ON, OFF
RESET, AUTO
NTSC, PAL
HQ, SQ
RESET,
CANCEL
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List of menus
8
Playback mode menus (Still picture)
Top menu Tab Function
MODE
MENU
INFO
ERASE
PLAY
EDIT
CARD
SETUP
Setting
ON, OFF
0 °, +90°, -90
Ref.
Page
BLACK & WHITE BLACK & WHITE,
CANCEL
SEPIA
640x480,
320x240,
CANCEL
CARD SETUP
ALL RESET
ALL
ERASE,
FORMAT
ON, OFF
ENGLISH,
FRANCAIS,
DEUTSCH,
ESPAÑOL
VIDEO OUT
ON, OFF
NTSC, PAL
YES, NO
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List of menus
Playback mode menus (
Top menu Tab
MODE
MENU
PLAY
EDIT
CARD
)
Function
INDEX
CARD SETUP
SETUP ALL RESET
MOVIE
PLAY
INFO
ERASE
VIDEO OUT
Setting
ON, OFF
OK, RESET,
CANCEL
ALL
ERASE,
FORMAT
ON, OFF
ENGLISH,
FRANCAIS,
DEUTSCH,
ESPAÑOL
ON, OFF
NTSC, PAL
4, 9, 16
PLAYBACK,
FRAME BY
FRAME, EXIT
YES, NO
Ref.
Page
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List of factory default settings
8
Shooting mode
AUTO
OFF
OFF
Shooting mode
SCENE SELECT
Zoom
Monitor
ESP/
(Still picture)
(PROGRAM AUTO)
Wide
OFF
ESP
DRIVE
DIGITAL ZOOM
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
WB
FILE NAME
HQ
0.0
OFF
(Single-frame shooting)
OFF
OFF
AUTO
RESET
Playback mode
INFO
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
0 °
9
Other default settings
ALL RESET
REC VIEW
ON
ENGLISH
ON
ON
±0
2003.01.01
VIDEO OUT
* Setting differ according to the region where the camera is sold.
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List of items by shooting mode
Shooting mode
Item
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Optical zoom 9 9 9 9
ESP/
DIGITAL ZOOM
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
WB
CARD SETUP
ALL RESET
REC VIEW
FILE NAME 9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
* In the movie record mode, only HQ/SQ can be selected.
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
—
9
9
9
9
—
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
—
—
9
9
9 *
9
—
9
—
9
9
9
9
W (Wide) fixed
—
—
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
8
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Camera maintenance
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After use
Turn the camera off.
Cleaning the camera
1
Close the lens barrier to turn the camera off.
Make sure that the monitor is turned off.
2
Remove the batteries (
P.15). (If you are using an AC
adapter, unplug the AC adapter from the camera first before removing the plug from the AC outlet.)
3
Exterior:
→ Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and well wrung.
Monitor and viewfinder:
→
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Lens:
→
Blow dust off the lens with a commercially available blower, and wipe gently with a lens cleaning paper.
Card:
→ Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Note
• Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or chemically treated cloth.
• Cleaning should be done only after the batteries have been removed or the AC adapter has been disconnected.
• Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.
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Specifications
Product type
Recording system
Still picture
: Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)
Movie
Memory
Image pickup device
Lens
: Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with
Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), Exif
2.2 compatible, Digital Print Order Format
(DPOF), PRINT Image Matching II compatible
: QuickTime Motion JPEG support
: xD-Picture Card (16 – 256 MB)
No. of storable pictures
When a 16 MB card is used
: Approx. 5 frames (SHQ : 2288 x 1712)
Approx. 16 frames (HQ : 2288 x 1712)
Approx. 76 frames (SQ1 : 1024 x 768)
Approx. 165 frames (SQ2 : 640 x 480)
No. of effective pixels : 4,000,000 pixels
: 1/2.5" CCD solid-state image pickup, 4,230,000 pixels (gross)
: Olympus lens 5.8 to 17.4 mm, f3.1 to 5.2,
5 elements in 3 groups
(equivalent to 35 mm to 105 mm lens on 35 mm camera)
Photometric system
Shutter speed
Shooting range
Viewfinder
Monitor
Outer connector
: Digital ESP metering, spot metering
: 1/2 to 1/1000 sec. (2 sec. For the NIGHT SCENE mode)
: 50 cm (1.6 ft.) to (normal)
20 cm to 50 cm (0.7 ft. to 1.6 ft.) (macro mode)
: Optical real image viewfinder
: 1.8" TFT color LCD display, 85,000 pixels
Automatic calendar system
: DC-IN jack, USB connector (mini-B), VIDEO
OUT jack
: Up to 2099
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Specifications
Operating environment
Temperature
Humidity
Power supply
Dimensions
Weight
: 0 °C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (operation)
-20 °C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) (storage)
: 30% to 90% (operation)/10% to 90% (storage)
: 1 CR-V3 lithium battery pack, or 2 AA (R6) alkaline batteries or NiMH batteries.
AC adapter (optional)
Manganese (zinc-carbon) batteries cannot be used.
: 108 mm (W) x 57.5 mm (H) x 40 mm (D)
(4.2" x 2.2" x 1.6")
(excluding protrusions)
: 170 g (0.4 lb) (without batteries or card)
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ANY NOTICE
OR OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER.
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Glossary of terms
CCD (Charge-Coupled Device)
This converts light passing through the lens into electrical signals. On this camera, light is picked up and converted into RGB signals to build a single image.
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)
A standard for image files by the Japan Electronics and Information
Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
Digital ESP (Electro-Selective Pattern) Light Metering
This determines the exposure by metering and calculating the light levels in the center and other areas of the image separately.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format.
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
A compression format for color still images. Photographs (images) shot using this camera are recorded onto the card in JPEG format when the Record mode is set to SHQ, HQ or SQ. By downloading these images to a personal computer, users can edit them using graphics application software or view the images using an Internet web browser.
NTSC (National Television Systems Committee) / PAL (Phase
Alternating Line)
Television formats. NTSC is mainly used in Japan, North America and Korea.
PAL is mainly used in Europe and China.
Pixels
A pixel is the smallest unit (dot) used to make up an image. Clear large-sized printed images require millions of pixels.
Resolution
The size of the picture expressed as the number of dots (pixels) that make up the image. For instance, a picture taken in 640 x 480 resolution is the same size as the PC screen when the monitor setting is 640 x 480. However, if the monitor setting is 1024 x 768, the picture only takes up part of the screen.
8
133
8
134
Glossary of terms
Sleep Mode
A mode designed to save battery life. The camera automatically enters the sleep mode if you do not operate it for a certain time. To get out of the sleep mode, use any button on the camera (shutter button, arrow pad, etc.).
TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) Color Monitor
A color monitor constructed using thin-film transistor technology.
Index
A
AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Adjusting the monitor brightness
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
AF target mark. . . . . . . .9
,
10
,
43
,
48
ALL RESET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
All-frame erase . . . . . . . . . . 90
All-frame reservation . . . . . 110
Arrow pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
,
78
Auto focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Auto-flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
B
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Battery check. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Battery compartment cover . . . 9
Beep sound
,
12
,
15
. . . . . . . . . . . . 104
E
ESP metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Exposure compensation . . . . .74
F
FILE NAME. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
File number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Fill-in flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
,
58
Flash charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
,
45
Flash mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Flash off
,
58
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Flash standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fluorescent
,
45
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Focus Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
C
Camera movement warning . . . . 10
Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Card check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Card cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
,
20
CARD SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Close-up playback . . . . . . . . . 80
Connector cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Contact area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Creating black and white pictures
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Creating sepia-toned pictures . . . 92
I
G
Green lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
,
43
H
HQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
INDEX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Index area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Index display . . . . . . . . . . 81
,
82
INFO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
D
DC-IN jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Digital zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
DPOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
L
Landscape
Language
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Lens barrier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
M
Macro mode . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Memory gauge . . . . . . . . . 10
,
61
,
12
,
45
135
Index
Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Mode Menus . . . . . . . . . . 31
MODE RESET. . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Monitor button
Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
MOVIE PLAY
,
,
32
10
. . . . . . . . . 9
,
,
,
,
36
96
45
79
,
53
. . . . . . . . . . . . 86
N
Night scene . . . . . . . . . . . 42
,
51
Noise reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
NTSC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Number of storable still pictures
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
,
70
O
OK/Menu button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Optical zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Orange lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
,
43
Overcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
P
PAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
PANORAMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Picture rotation . . . . . . . . . . . 85
PIXEL MAPPING. . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Playback button . . . . . . . . . . 78
Playback mode . . . . . . . . . . . 11
,
23
Playback on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Playing time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Portrait . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Pressing fully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Pressing halfway . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Print setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
PROGRAM AUTO . . . . . . . . . 41
Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Q
QUICK VIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
136
R
REC VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Rechargeable batteries. . . . . . . . .17
Record mode . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Red-eye reduction flash . . . .59
Remaining power level . . . . . . . . .12
Resetting print reservation data
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Resizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Resolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
T
S
Seconds remaining . . . . . . . . . 10
,
53
Self portrait . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Self-timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Self-timer lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
,
63
Sequential shooting . . . . . . .65
Setting the date and time
Shooting mode . . . . . . . . . 10
. . .28
,
22
,
40
Shortcut Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . 31
,
34
SHQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Shutter button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
,
43
Single-frame erase . . . . . . . . .89
Single-frame playback . . . . . . . . .78
Single-frame reservation . . .112
Sleep mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Spot metering . . . . . . . . . . . .64
SQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Still picture . . . . . . . . . . .41
Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Strap eyelet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Sunlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Top menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Total recording time . . . . . . . . 11
,
71
Tripod socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Tungsten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Two-in-one pictures . . . .68
U
USB connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
V
Video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
VIDEO OUT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
VIDEO OUT jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
,
43
W
White balance . . . . . . . . . . 76
X xD-Picture Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Z
Zoom lever . . . . . . . . . .8
,
55
,
80
,
81
Index
137
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VT536701
DIGITAL
CAMERA
PERSONAL
COMPUTER
DIGITAL CAMERA — PC CONNECTION
OPERATION MANUAL
How to use your PC to get the most from images taken with your digital camera.
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera.
This manual provides instructions on how to install the USB driver. To ensure correct installation, refer only to these installation procedures.
2
Introduction
This manual explains in detail how to connect your Olympus digital camera to a computer. Read it carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
About this manual
The information contained in this manual may be subject to change without notice. For the latest information on the product, please consult your local
Olympus representative.
The information contained in this manual has been compiled by taking all possible measures to ensure its accuracy. However, if you find any errors or incomplete information, please contact your local Olympus representative.
It is prohibited by copyright laws to duplicate in part or in whole the information contained in this manual, except for personal use. Reproduction without permission of the copyright owner is prohibited.
The PC screens shown in this manual may differ slightly from the actual displays on some PC models.
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All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective owners.
INDEX
Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Identifying the OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Windows (98/Me/2000/XP) . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Macintosh (OS 9/X). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Downloading image files using other OS
(For other OS users). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3
4
Flowchart
By connecting the camera to a computer with the provided USB cable, images on a card can be transferred to the computer. Some OS’s (operating systems) may need a special setup before connecting to the camera for the first time. Follow the chart below.
Windows 98/
98 SE (Second Edition)
Windows Me/2000/XP
Installing the USB driver for Windows
MacOS 9.0 - 9.1/OS X
* For OS 8.6, see below.
Connecting the camera to the computer using the provided USB cable
Confirming the computer recognizes
Downloading image files
Disconnecting the USB cable
* Even if your computer has a USB connector, data transfer may not function correctly if you are using one of the operating systems listed below or if you have an add-on USB connector (extension card, etc.).
Windows 95/NT 4.0
Windows 98/98 SE upgrade from Windows 95
Mac OS 8.6 or lower (except Mac OS 8.6 equipped with USB MASS Storage
Support 1.3.5 installed at the factory)
Data transfer is not guaranteed on a home-built PC system or PCs with no factory installed OS.
Flowchart
• When connecting the camera to the computer, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power. When connected (transmitting) to the computer, the camera does not enter the sleep mode nor will the camera’s power turn off automatically. Depending on the camera model, when the battery power runs out or the internal temperature rises, the camera may stop operating automatically. This could cause the computer to malfunction, and any image data (file) being transmitted may be lost. Be careful when downloading files for a long period of time. Use the AC adapter (optional) when downloading files.
• If you connect or disconnect the AC adapter when the camera is connected to the computer and is running on battery power, it may result in the loss of image data on the card or cause a malfunction in the computer. Before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter, disconnect the camera from the computer and make sure that the camera is turned off.
• To avoid computer malfunctions, do not turn off the camera when the camera is connected to a computer.
• If the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub, operation may not be stable if there are any compatibility problems between the computer and the hub. In such cases, do not use the hub and connect the camera directly to the computer.
• You can view images using: graphics applications that support the JPEG file format (Paint Shop Pro, Photoshop, etc.); Internet browsers (Netscape
Communicator, Microsoft Internet Explorer, etc.); CAMEDIA Master software; or other software. For details on using commercial graphics applications, refer to their instruction manuals.
• QuickTime is needed for playing back movies. QuickTime is included on the provided software CD.
• If you want to process images, make sure to download them to your computer first. Depending on the software, image files may be destroyed if the images are processed (rotated, etc.) while they are on the card.
5
Identifying the OS
Identify the OS on your computer before connecting the camera. How to identify the OS depends on the computer.
Windows
1
Double-click the “My Computer” icon on your desktop.
When the “My computer” icon is not on your desktop, click “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu.
2
Double-click the
“Control Panel” icon.
3
Double-click the
“System” icon.
6
The way the file icons inside the folder appear may vary depending on your version of Windows. If you don’t see the icon you are looking for, click on
“view all Control Panel options” on the left of the window.
Identifying the OS
4
A System Properties window will appear. Note and record the
“System:” information.
Confirm that your system is Windows
98, 98 SE, Me, 2000 Professional or
Windows XP, then press “OK” to close the window.
If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, proceed to “Installing the USB driver for Windows 98” ( p.9).
Users running Windows Me/2000/XP
Users running other OS
Mac OS (Macintosh)
Select “About This Computer” from the Apple menu on the menu bar.
A window appears with the name of the computer’s OS.
Confirm that the OS is OS 9.0-9.1 or OS X.
Users running Mac OS 9/X
Users running other OS
7
8
Windows
Using Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
Make sure that:
Your computer is turned on and Windows is running.
If you are running any applications, quit them all.
You are recommended to power the camera using the optional AC adapter.
If the battery power runs out while the computer is accessing the card in the camera, the camera will turn off in the middle of the operation and this could destroy image files (data). If you are using batteries, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power.
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows
98/98 SE) ....................................................................................... 9
Connecting the camera to the computer ................................. 11
Confirming the computer recognizes the camera .................. 14
Confirming the USB driver is installed .................................... 15
Downloading images to your computer................................... 17
Disconnecting the camera from your computer ..................... 20
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98
(When using Windows 98/98 SE)
If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, you must install the USB driver. Follow the instructions below to install the USB driver in your computer. Once it is fully installed, you do not need to repeat the procedure again.
If your OS is Windows Me/2000/XP, you do not need to install the USB
driver. Proceed to “Connecting the camera to the computer” ( p.11).
1
Insert the provided software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
2
The Olympus Windows Installer should automatically launch. Click
“USB Driver”.
If the USB driver is already installed in your computer, this option will not appear.
• This option will not appear if you are using Windows Me/2000/XP.
If the installer is not automatically launched, select “Run..” on the
“Start” menu and then execute “(drive letter):/ Information.exe”.
The drive letter of the CD-ROM varies depending on the computer.
To identify the drive letter, double-click “My Computer” on the desktop.
9
10
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows 98/98 SE)
3
Click “Continue”. The installation of the USB driver will start.
4
Click “OK” to restart your computer and the installation is complete.
5
When the computer has restarted, installation is complete. If the
Olympus Windows Installer screen appears, click “Close” and remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.
Connecting the camera to the computer
Users running Windows 98/98SE need to install the USB drive before connecting the camera to your computer for the first time. (
1
Insert the marked end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer as shown below.
Look for this mark.
Terminal
USB port
The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer. For details, refer to your computer's manual.
2
After making sure that the camera is turned off, connect the end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera.
The location of the USB connector or multi connector varies depending on the camera model. Refer to the camera manual for details.
Camera with a USB connector
Computer
Rectangular terminal
USB port
Smaller terminal
USB cable
USB connector
Camera with a multi connector
Camera’s multi connector (USB, A/V OUT)
Smaller terminal
Rectangular terminal
Computer
USB cable
USB port
11
12
Connecting the camera to the computer
3
Turn the camera on.
Camera with a lens barrier
The power turns on automatically, with the exception of some models which require you to press the
(monitor) button.
When the camera is turned on, the lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights up.
Camera with a
Set the mode dial to
mode
. (If the camera has a power switch as well as a mode dial, turn the power switch to ON.)
Lens barrier
Lamp
(monitor) button
Mode dial
Mode dial
Power switch
Camera with a mode
(Camera setup/connection mode)
Set the mode dial to the camera on.
to turn
Mode dial
Power switch
Connecting the camera to the computer
4
The computer recognizes the camera as a new device.
When you connect the camera to the computer for the first time, the computer automatically recognizes the camera. Click “OK” when the message saying that the installation is completed appears. The computer recognizes the camera as a “Removable Disk”.
Windows XP
You can download image files from the camera easily.
Select “Copy pictures to folder on my computer using Microsoft
Scanner and Camera Wizard”, then follow the on-screen instructions.
You may also select “take no action” to bypass the Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard. You may then use a more advanced image viewing/editing program such as Olympus CAMEDIA Master software. For detailed instructions on downloading, refer to the
CAMEDIA Master software user’s guide.
When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional.
13
14
Confirming the computer recognizes the camera
1
Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop.
For users running Windows XP, click
“My Computer” from the “Start” menu.
2
Make sure the “Removable Disk” icon appears in the window.
There may already be other
“Removable Disk” icons for other devices, such as a removable media drive or USB SmartMedia Reader/
Writer. In this case, the digital camera is recognized as another “Removable
Disk”.
If you cannot find the icon, the camera and computer are not connected properly. Turn the camera off, disconnect the camera from the
computer and connect again, or proceed to “Confirming the USB driver is installed” (
installed.
p.15) to make sure that the USB driver is fully
Confirming the USB driver is installed
If the computer does not recognize the camera as a Removable Disk, follow the procedure below to check whether the USB driver has been fully installed.
1
Open “My Computer” and double-click the
“Control Panel” icon.
For users running
Windows XP, open
“Control Panel” from the
“Start” menu.
2
Double-click the
“System” icon.
3
The System window will appear.
Click the “Device Manager” tab.
15
16
Confirming the USB driver is installed
4
Confirm that “OLYMPUS Digital
Camera” is in the “Universal Serial
Bus Controller” category.
If you cannot find the “OLYMPUS
Digital Camera”, turn the camera off, disconnect the camera from the computer and start again.
Users running Windows 98/98 SE
start again from “Confirming the USB driver is installed”, and Users running
Window Me/2000/XP start from
“Connecting the camera to the computer”.
If the USB driver was successfully installed, you can find the following in the
“Device Manager”.
– the name of the camera you have connected listed under “Disk drives”
– “OLYMPUS Digital Camera” listed as one of the items in the “Universal
Serial Bus Controller” category
Downloading images to your computer
1
Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop.
For users running Windows XP, click
“Control Panel” from the “Start” menu.
2
Double-click the “Removable Disk” icon.
A new “Removable Disk” icon appears when the camera is connected to the computer, as the digital camera is recognized as a “Removable Disk”.
If an error message appears when you double-click the icon, there may be a problem with one of the following: the camera’s power source (the AC adapter is not properly connected or the battery power is low)
Make sure that the AC adapter is correctly connected or that the batteries are not running low.
the card (there is no card in the camera or there is a problem with the card)
Check that you can play back pictures stored on the card on the monitor of your digital camera.
3
Double-click the
“Dcim” folder.
17
18
Downloading images to your computer
4
Double-click the “100olymp” folder.
Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.jpg” are displayed.
• The camera automatically assigns folder names and file names according to the following rules.
Folder name File name
(Example) (Example)
Serial number Month / Day / Serial number
• Serial numbers of image files run from 0001 to 9999.
• Serial numbers of folders run from 100 to 999.
• When file number 9999 is reached, a new folder is created and assigned the next number.
• Months January through September are expressed by the numbers 1 through 9, October by the letter A, November by B and December by C.
5
Double-click the “My Documents” icon on the desktop.
If you cannot find the icon on the desktop, select “Explorer” on the Start menu and double-click the “My
Documents” icon.
The “My Documents” window is displayed.
Downloading images to your computer
6
Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case,
P1010012.jpg) to the
“My Documents” window.
The image is saved in the computer (in My
Documents folder).
• To select all files, choose Edit > Select all.
When the image file has been downloaded to the computer, you can view images by double-clicking the image files downloaded to your computer. The files will be opened in the default image viewer of the operating system. If you want to view the image a different size or process it, you will need to open the image with software that supports JPEG or TIFF images files, such as Paint
Shop Pro, Photoshop or CAMEDIA Master software.
The lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp blinks while the image is being copied. Never open the card cover on the camera, load or remove the batteries, or connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the lamp is blinking as the image files may be destroyed.
19
20
Disconnecting the camera from your computer
If your OS is Windows Me/2000, proceed to “Windows Me/2000/XP” ( p.21).
Windows 98
1
Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.
Some camera models have either a lamp on the right of the viewfinder or a card access lamp, and the location varies depending on the model.
Refer to your camera’s reference manual.
Lamp
Card access lamp 2
Double-click the “My Computer” icon and right-click the “Removable
Disk” to display the menu.
3
Click “Eject” on the menu.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer
4
Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.
Lamp
5
Remove the USB cable from the camera.
6
Remove the USB cable from your computer.
Windows Me/2000/XP
1
Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.
Some camera models have either a lamp on the right of the viewfinder or a card access lamp, and the location varies depending on the model. Refer to your camera's reference manual.
Lamp
21
22
Disconnecting the camera from your computer
2
Click the “Unplug or Eject
Hardware” icon on the task bar.
The message saying that the drive has been stopped appears.
3
Click on the message.
The “Unplug or Eject Hardware” window appears.
4
When a message appears, click
“OK”.
5
Remove the USB cable from the camera.
6
Remove the USB cable from your computer.
If the window returns the following message when you click “Unplug or Eject
Hardware”, first make sure that no image data is being downloaded from the camera, and then remove the USB cable.
Macintosh
Using Mac OS (9/X)
Make sure that:
Your computer is turned on and Mac OS is running.
If you are running any applications, quit them all.
You are recommended to power the camera using the optional AC adapter.
If the battery power runs out while the computer is accessing the card in the camera, the camera will turn off in the middle of the operation and this could destroy image files (data). If you are using batteries, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power.
If you are running Mac OS X, the connection to the computer and downloading the image data are verified. Restrictions such as the following may occur due to the OS.
The image file properties are not displayed correctly.
Images in the camera cannot be opened without first downloading them. etc.
For more details, visit the Olympus web site.
Connecting the camera to the computer ................................. 24
Downloading images to your computer................................... 26
Disconnecting the camera from your computer ..................... 30
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Connecting the camera to the computer
1
Insert the marked end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer as shown below.
Look for this mark.
Terminal
USB port
The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer. For details, refer to your computer's manual.
2
After making sure that the camera is turned off, connect the end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera.
The location of the USB connector or multi connector varies depending on the camera model. Refer to the camera manual for details.
Camera with a USB connector
Computer
Rectangular terminal
USB port
Smaller terminal
USB cable
USB connector
Camera with a multi connector
Camera’s multi connector (USB, A/V OUT)
Smaller terminal
Rectangular terminal
Computer
USB cable
USB port
3
Turn the camera on.
Camera with a lens barrier
The power turns on automatically, with the exception of some models which require you to press the
(monitor) button.
When the camera is turned on, the green lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights up.
Camera with a mode
Set the mode dial to the camera has a power
. (If switch as well as a mode dial, turn the power switch to ON.)
Connecting the camera to the computer
Lens barrier
Lamp
(monitor) button
Mode dial
Camera with a mode
(Camera setup/connection mode)
Set the mode dial to the camera on.
to turn
Power switch
Mode dial
Power switch
4
The computer recognizes the camera as a new device.
The computer recognizes the camera automatically and an “Untitled” icon appears on the desktop.
If you cannot find this icon, turn off the camera and connect again.
Mac OS X
When the computer has recognized the camera, the Apple Image
Capture software automatically launches.
When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional.
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Downloading images to your computer
Mac OS 9
You can download images from the camera and save them in your computer
(in this case, in the Hard Disk).
1
Double-click the “Untitled” icon displayed on the desktop when the camera is connected to the computer.
If you cannot find this icon, or if an error message appears when you doubleclick the icon, there may be a problem with one of the following: the camera’s power source (the AC adapter is not properly connected or the battery power is low) the card (there is no card in the camera or there is a problem with the card)
Check that you can play back pictures on the monitor of your camera.
the USB cable (the camera is not properly connected to the computer by the USB cable).
Apple “File Exchange” extension is not enabled.
• Please refer to your Apple operating system manual for instructions on how to enable this extension.
2
Double-click the
“Dcim” folder.
3
Double-click the
“100OLYMP” folder.
Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.JPG” are displayed.
Downloading images to your computer
• The camera automatically assigns folder names and file names according to the following rules.
Folder name
(Example)
File name
(Example)
Serial number Month / Day / Serial number
• Serial numbers of image files run from 0001 to 9999.
• Serial numbers of folders run from 100 to 999.
• When file number 9999 is reached, a new folder is created and assigned the next number.
• Months January through September are expressed by the numbers 1 through 9, October by the letter A, November by B and December by C.
4
Double-click the “Macintosh HD” icon on the desktop.
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Downloading images to your computer
The “Hard Disk” window is displayed.
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5
Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case,
P1010012.JPG) to the
“Hard Disk” window.
The image is saved in the computer (in the
Hard disk).
• To select all images, click Edit > Select all.
When the image file has been copied to the computer, you can view images by double-clicking the image files in the “Hard Disk” folder. The files will be opened in the default image viewer of the operating system. If you want to view the image a different size or process it, you will need to open the image with software that supports JPEG or TIFF images files, such as Paint Shop
Pro, Photoshop or CAMEDIA Master software.
The lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp blinks while the image is being copied. Never open the card cover on the camera, load or remove the batteries, or connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the lamp is blinking as the image files may be destroyed.
Downloading images to your computer
Mac OS X
Malfunctions such as the following may occur due to the OS.
• If the camera is not connected correctly, a malfunction occurs in the computer.
• Date and time information of image files is not accurately displayed.
• If the card cover of the camera is opened while connecting to the computer, the “untitled” icon does not disappear from the desktop. etc.
When the computer has recognized the camera, the Apple Image Capture software dialog appears.
1
From the “Download To” menu, select a destination folder.
2
To download all images, click
“Download All”.
To selectively download images, click “Download Some” and highlight the desired images.
The images are transferred from the camera to your computer.
If you are operating Mac OS X and you want to download images using the same procedure as for Mac OS 9, select “File > Close” and exit the Apple
Image Capture software. At this time, the camera is indicated as “unlabeled”.
If you use the Apple Image Capture software, images downloaded to your computer and transferred back to a card may not play back on the camera or may have other problems.
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Disconnecting the camera from your computer
1
Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.
Lamp
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2
Drag the “untitled” icon on the desktop to “Trash”.
3
Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.
Lamp
Card access lamp
4
Remove the USB cable from the camera.
5
Remove the USB cable from your computer.
Downloading image files using other OS
(For other OS users)
Users running other OS cannot connect the camera directly to a computer.
Windows 95 Windows NT Mac OS before OS 9
You can download images directly to your computer using an optional floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter.
Does your computer have a USB interface?
Is there a port marked on your computer?
No
Yes
Yes Connect the camera directly to your computer using the provided USB cable.
No
Is your OS one of the following?
• Windows 98
• Windows 2000
• Windows Me
• Windows XP
• Mac OS 9/X
Use the optional USB reader/writer.*
*Certain card readers may not be compatible with Mac OS X.
Check the Olympus website for the most up-to-date compatibility information.
Does your computer have a built-in PC card slot?
No
Use the optional PC card adapter*.
Yes
*Not supported by Windows NT4.0 or lower
Does your computer have a built-in floppy disk drive?
No
Yes
Use the optional FlashPath floppy disk adapter.
(For SmartMedia only)
Consult your nearest Olympus representative.
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