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DIGITAL CAMERA

Instruction 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.
● In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the
right to update or modify information contained in this manual.
● The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced
during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    DIGITAL CAMERA Instruction 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. ● In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information contained in this manual. ● The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Menus for Other Camera Settings ..41  Shooting, Playback, and Erasing ..15  Printing ..........50  Using Shooting Modes ......18  Using OLYMPUS Master 2....56  Using Shooting Functions ....20  Usage Tips ...........58  Using Playback Features ....25 ...

  • Page 3: Step

    Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 28 to 49) while referring to this page. Four Types of Setting Operations Using the Menu Buttons in use  button Arrow pad Various camera settings can be accessed through the menus, including functions used during shooting and playback and the date/time and screen display. E button o button There may be unavailable menus depending on the other related settings or the selected  mode (p. 31). Use 12 to select the desired Set the mode dial to a position other submenu 1, and press the o button. than R, 6. Page tab Submenu 2 The symbol in “Menu Settings” (p.

  • Page 4: Step

    Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Shutter button (p. 15) Zoom button (p. 20, p. 25) F button (exposure compensation) (p. 21) & button (macro) (p. 22) # button (flash) (p. 21) Y button (self-timer) (p. 22) q/ button (playback/print) (p. 16, p. 50) g/E/Y button (information display change/ menu guide/date and time check/LED illuminator) (p. 3, p. 13, p. 23) f/D button (Shadow Adjustment Technology/ erase) (p. 17, p. 20) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 24) Buttons in use Arrow pad Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less...

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode position (h K h  n), settings can be made. IMAGE QUALITY CAMERA RESET MENU SETUP SILENT PANORAMA S C N MODE EXIT MENU Shooting mode top menu FILE NAME....p.44 1 D IMAGE QUALITY ..p.28 3   ......p.31 PIXEL MAPPING ..p.44 4 � PANORAMA ....p.33 2 K CAMERA MENU s (Monitor) ....p.45 WB ....... p.29 5  RESET ......p.35 X (Date/time) .

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Microphone ......p.31, 39 o button ......p.13 Multi-connector ....p.47, 50, 56 Flash ..........p.21 Connector cover ..p.47, 50, 56, 68 Lens ..........p.63 Speaker .......... — Self-timer lamp/LED illuminator Strap eyelet ........p.10 ........p.22, 23, 32, 47 Battery/card compartment cover Lens barrier ........p.15 ......... p.11, 59, 68 Tripod socket ........— Shutter button ......p.15, 58  EN...
  • Page 7 o button ......... p.3, 24 Zoom button ......p.20, 25 Monitor ......p.8, 15, 45, 59 f/D button Card access lamp ......p.65 (Shadow Adjustment Technology/  button ......p.3, 5 erase) ........p.17, 20 DISP./E/Y button Arrow pad ......p.3, 4, 12 (information display change/ F button menu guide/date and time check/ (exposure compensation) ..p.21 LED illuminator) ....p.3, 13, 23 & button (macro) ....p.22 Mode dial ....p.3, 5, 13, 15, 16 Y button (self-timer) ....p.22 # button (flash) .
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display 1600 00:34 +2.0 +2.0 1/30 F3.5 16 15 Still image Movie Shooting mode ....... p.18, 19 Alarm ........... p.46 Flash mode ........p.21 Number of storable still pictures/ Silent mode ........p.49 remaining recording time Digital image stabilization .... p.30 ......... p.15, 19, 65 Macro/super macro/ Current memory ......p.64 S-macro LED mode ..... p.22 Self-timer ........
  • Page 9 Playback mode display 1/1000 F3.5 +2.0 ISO 1600 2008.11.26 12:30 100-0004 100-0004 00:14 /00:34 2008.11.26 12:30 Still image Movie Silent mode ........p.49 Image size ........p.28 Print reservation/ File number ........p.44 number of prints ......p.53 Frame number Sound record ..... p.19, 31, 39, 62 Elapsed time/ Protect ......... p.38 total recording time ....p.16, 17 Tap control ......

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    AC cable LI-42B Lithium Ion Battery LI-40C Battery Charger Charging indicator Lights: Charging Off: Charged AC outlet Battery comes partially charged. Before USB cable AV cable use, be sure to charge the battery until the charging indicator goes off (for approx. 5 hours). For details on the battery and the charger, see “Battery and charger” (p. 63). OLYMPUS Master 2 microSD Attachment CD-ROM When to charge the battery Other accessories not shown: Instruction Manual (this Charge the battery when the error message manual), warranty card shown below appears. Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Flashes in red Attaching the camera strap BATTERY EMPTY Monitor top right Error message Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose.
  • Page 11 Loading the battery and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold Notch Index area separately) into the camera Do not insert anything other than an xD- Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera. Insert the card straight in until it clicks into place. Do not touch the contact area on the card. Battery/card compartment cover This camera allows the user to take pictures using the internal memory even when no xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted. “Using an xD-Picture Card” (p. 64) “Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture card”...

  • Page 12: Using A Microsd Card

    Using a microSD card/ Arrow pad and operation guide microSDHC card The symbols , displayed (sold separately) on various setting and movie playback screens indicate that arrow pad are used. microSD card/microSDHC card (hereinafter referred to as “the microSD card”) is also Exposure effects. compatible with this camera by using the microSD Attachment. +0.3 “Using a microSD Attachment” (p. 66) TIME Insert the microSD card into the +0.7 +1.0 Y M D 2008 08 26 12 30 Attachment.

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time As in steps 2 and 3, use 1234 The date and time set here are saved to image and the o button to set file names, date prints, and other data. [M] (month), [D] (day), and [TIME] (hours and minutes). Press the o button to turn on For precise time setting, press the o button the camera. as the time signal strikes 00 seconds.
  • Page 14 Press the o button. SETUP MEMORY FORMAT BACKUP ENGLISH PW ON SETUP MENU COLOR NORMAL EXIT MENU Use 12 to select [W] and press the o button. ENGLISH 日本語 FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO BACK MENU Use 1234 to select your language and press the o button.

  • Page 15: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with automatic Hold the camera, and compose the settings (h mode) shot. This is a fully automatic mode that allows the user to take pictures by simply pressing the AUTO shutter button without using the menu to make Monitor detailed settings. 1/400 F3.5 All shooting settings return to the default settings when the camera is turned off. In K mode, all shooting settings are saved Horizontal grip even when the power is turned off. Set the mode dial to h. Vertical grip Slide the lens barrier down to turn on the camera.

  • Page 16: Viewing Images

    Viewing images To take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the Set the mode dial to q. camera. Frame number AUTO Press fully 100-0001 1/400 F3.5 2008.11.26 12:30 Image review screen Playback image To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of Use 1234 to select an image.
  • Page 17 Erasing images during To play back movies playback (Single image erase) Select a movie, and press the o button. Press the D button when the playback image to be erased is displayed. 2008.11.26 12:30 100-0004 ERASE MOVIE PLAY Movie Operations during movie playback Volume: During playback, press 12. CANCEL MENU Fast-forward/rewind: Select with 34. Each time a button is pressed, the playback speed cycles through 2x, 20x, and standard Press 1 to select [YES], and press...

  • Page 18: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes This section describes the available shooting To lock the focus distance for an modes. Depending on the mode, some settings underwater shot (AF lock) can be changed. For details on the functions When [ UNDERWATER SNAPSHOT] is that can be adjusted, see “Menus for Shooting selected, press 2. Functions” on page 28. Using the best mode for the ^ mark shooting scene ( mode) Set the mode dial to . PORTRAIT To cancel, press 2 again to clear the ^ mark.
  • Page 19 Using the digital image Press the shutter button halfway stabilization mode (h mode) down to focus on the subject, and gently press the button all the way This mode enables the user to reduce blurring down to start recording. that is caused by a camera shake and subject movement. Lights red during shooting Set the mode dial to h. h mode indicator Press halfway 00:34...

  • Page 20: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions In addition to the wide variety of shooting modes, The zoom bar appearance identifies the the camera has functions that broaden the status of the fine zoom/digital zoom. expressive range and shooting options available to the photographer. When using optical zoom Using the optical zoom Pressing the zoom button adjusts the shooting Optical zoom range range. When using Pressing the wide (W) Pressing the telephoto fine zoom button (T) button Fine zoom range When using digital zoom Digital zoom range Brightening the subject Zoom bar against backlight (SHADOW ADJ Optical zoom: 3.0 ×, Digital zoom: 5.0 ×. Use of h mode (p.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Brightness

    Use 34 to select [ON], and press Use 34 to select the setting option, the o button to set. and press the o button to set. Point the camera toward the Item Description subject. Check the frame appearing The flash fires automatically in FLASH AUTO around the face detected by the low-light or backlight conditions.
  • Page 22 Shooting closeups Using the self-timer (Macro shooting) After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a time delay. This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances. Press the Y button. Press the & button. SELFTIMER & Use 12 to select the setting option, and press the o button to Use 34 to select the setting option, and press the o button to set.

  • Page 23: Information Display

    Using the LED illuminator Changing the shooting information display In a dark location, the LED illuminator can be used as an auxiliary light to see things or The display of the screen information can be compose shots. changed to best match the situation, such as for the need of clear view of the screen or for Set [LED ILLUMINATOR] (p. 47) to making a precise composition by using the grid display. [ON]. Press the g button. Press and hold the Y button down ● until the LED illuminator lights up. The displayed shooting information changes in the order shown below each time the button is ●...

  • Page 24: Using The Func Menu

    Using the FUNC menu Follow the guide by using 1234 to proceed. The FUNC menu provides the following menu ● functions that can be quickly called and set. Pressing the o button completes the setting and makes the camera ready for shooting. • [WB] (p. 29) • [ESP/n] (p. 30) • [ISO] (p. 29) • [D IMAGE QUALITY] (p. 28) GUIDE [DRIVE] (p. 29) • Press the o button.

  • Page 25: Using Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Index view, calendar view, and To select an image in index view closeup view Use 1234 to select an image, and press the o button to display the selected Index view and calendar view enable quick image in single-image view. selection of a target image. Closeup view (up to 10x magnification) allows checking of image To select images in calendar view details. Use 1234 to select a date and press the o button or T on the zoom button to Press the zoom button. view the images taken on the selected date. To scroll an image in closeup view Use 1234 to move the viewing area.
  • Page 26 Playing back panorama Playing back My Favorite images images Panorama images that were combined together The user’s favorite images (max. of 9 images) using [COMBINE IN CAMERA 1] or [COMBINE can be registered in the internal memory. IN CAMERA 2] can be scrolled for viewing. Registered pictures cannot be erased even by formatting the internal memory. “Creating panoramic images [� PANORAMA]” (p. 33) Register images as My Favorite Select a panorama image during images. playback. “Registering images to the internal memory as My Favorite images [5 ADD “Viewing images”...
  • Page 27 To play back My Favorite images automatically (Slideshow) 1 Press the  button while playing back My Favorite images. MY FAVORITE SLIDESHOW ADD FAVORITE EXIT MENU 2 Use 12 to select [SLIDESHOW], and then press the o button. To register additional My Favorite images 1 Press the  button while playing back My Favorite images. 2 Use 12 to select [ADD FAVORITE], and then press the o button. 3 Use 34 to select an image to register, and press the o button. To remove registered My Favorite images 1 Use 34 to select the My Favorite image to erase and press the D button. 2 Use 12 to select [YES], and then press the o button.

  • Page 28: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode position (h K h  A), settings can be made. indicates positions of the mode dial at which the function can be set. The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the appropriate image quality for your application [D IMAGE QUALITY] D IMAGE QUALITY : h K h  A Still images Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Application 10M (3648×2736) Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11×17 in.). 5M (2560×1920) Suitable for printing pictures at A4 (8.5×11 in.). 3M (2048×1536) Suitable for printing pictures up to A4 (8.5×11 in.). 2M (1600×1200) Suitable for printing pictures at A5 (5×7 in.). IMAGE SIZE 1M (1280×960) Suitable for printing pictures at postcard size. VGA (640×480) Suitable for viewing pictures on a TV or using pictures on emails and web sites.
  • Page 29 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adjusting to a natural color scheme Shooting pictures sequentially while [WB] the shutter button is held down [DRIVE] K CAMERA MENU  WB K CAMERA MENU  DRIVE : K h  A : K h  Submenu 2 Application Submenu 2 Application...
  • Page 30 Shooting at higher magnifications than Selecting the range for measuring the optical zoom without reducing the brightness [ESP/n] image quality [FINE ZOOM] K CAMERA MENU  ESP/n K CAMERA MENU  FINE ZOOM : K h  A : K h  Submenu 2 Application Submenu 2 Application Shoots to obtain a balanced brightness over the entire screen. Only optical zoom is used to zoom (Meters the brightness at the in for shooting. center and surrounding areas of Optical zoom and image cropping the screen separately.) are combined to zoom in for Shoots the subject at the center...
  • Page 31 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the focusing area [AF MODE] Selecting a scene mode according to the shooting situation [ ] K CAMERA MENU  AF MODE  : K h  :  Submenu 2 Application In  mode, the optimum shooting This is used for taking pictures of settings are pre-programmed for specific people. (The camera automatically...
  • Page 32 Saving only selected images Capturing the perfect moment when from sequentially shot images shooting ([YPRE-CAPTURE MOVIE] ([SHOOT & SELECT 1]/ mode) [SHOOT & SELECT 2] mode) 1 Use 12 to select [YPRE-CAPTURE MOVIE], and then press the o button to 1 Select [e SHOOT & SELECT 1] or [f SHOOT & SELECT 2]. Hold down the set. shutter button to take sequential shots. ● This function is ready for shooting immediately after setting this option. Icon for selected 2 Press the shutter button to start movie mode shooting. Selected ●...

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures With

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Creating panoramic images Taking pictures with [� PANORAMA] [COMBINE IN CAMERA 1] � PANORAMA 1 Press the shutter button to take the first frame. : K h  2 Move the camera slightly in the direction of the second frame. An Olympus xD-Picture Card is required for panoramic shooting. Cards by other manufacturers do not support panoramic shooting. Target mark Panoramic shooting is not available using the microSD card in a microSD Attachment. Pointer Submenu 1 Application CANCEL...
  • Page 34 Taking pictures with [COMBINE IN PC] 2 Press the shutter button to take the first 1 Use 1234 to select the direction that frame. the frames are combined. ● A guide frame appears as a reference. 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame, and then compose the second Guide frame shot. Joint area ● Compose the shot using the guide frame so that the two adjacent frames overlap. 3 Repeat Step 2 until the number of required frames are taken, and then press the o button when done. When the g mark is displayed, you cannot continue shooting any further. Panorama CANCEL CANCEL MENU MENU shooting is possible for up to 10 frames. 1st frame Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to make panorama 3 Compose the second shot so that the images. joint area overlaps the guide frame. CANCEL SAVE MENU Composition of the 2nd frame  EN...
  • Page 35 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [ RESET]  RESET : h K h  A Submenu 1 Application Restores the following menu functions to the default settings. • SHADOW ADJ (p. 20) • Flash (p. 21) Exposure compensation (p. 21) •...

  • Page 36: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions When the mode dial is set to the q position, settings can be made. Playing back automatically [m SLIDESHOW] m SLIDESHOW Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application ALL/STILL NORMAL Selects the range of images for the slideshow, the PICTURE/MOVIE/ FADER /SLIDE OFF/1/2 type of transition effect ([TYPE]) used between CALENDAR ZOOM /date images, and the background music ([BGM]). Only when [STILL PICTURE] is selected in submenu 1. Only when [CALENDAR] is selected in submenu 1. To start a slideshow After pressing the o button to make the [BGM] settings, the slideshow starts. To stop the slideshow, press the o button or the  button.
  • Page 37 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Changing the color tone of image Registered pictures cannot be erased even [COLOR EDIT] by formatting the internal memory. Registered My Favorite images cannot  EDIT  COLOR EDIT be edited, printed, backed up to a card, transferred to a computer, or played back on Submenu 2 Application a computer. This changes the image to black Black & white and white. Changing the image size [Q] This changes the image to a Sepia sepia tone.
  • Page 38 Adding a calendar to an image Creating an index of 9 frames from a [CALENDAR] movie [INDEX]  EDIT  CALENDAR  EDIT  INDEX 1 Use 34 to select a movie, and press the o button. CALENDAR INDEX 1 Use 34 to select an image, and then BACK MENU press the o button. ● 2 Use 34 to select a calendar, and use This function extracts 9 frames from a movie 12 to select the image orientation, and and saves them as a new picture (INDEX) containing thumbnails of each frame. press the o button. 3 Use 12 to select the Year of the Protecting images [0] calendar, and then press 4.
  • Page 39 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Rotating images [y] Erasing images [D ERASE] q PLAYBACK MENU  y D ERASE Check each picture before erasing to avoid Submenu 2 Application erasing any important pictures you may The image is rotated 90° U +90° want to keep. clockwise. V 0° The image is not rotated. Submenu 1 Application The image is rotated 90° Images are individually selected t –90° SEL. IMAGE counter-clockwise.
  • Page 40 Saving print settings to the image data [< PRINT ORDER] < PRINT ORDER “Print reservations (DPOF)” (p. 53) Print reservation can only be set for still images that are recorded to the card. 0 EN...

  • Page 41: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    Menus for Other Camera Settings These settings can be made when the mode dial is set to a position other than R, 6. Erasing data completely Changing the display language [W] [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] x SETUP  W x SETUP  MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT “Changing the display language” (p. 13) Before formatting, check that no important Submenu 2 Application data is left in the internal memory or card. The language for the menus and Non-Olympus cards and cards that have Languages error messages displayed on the been formatted by a computer must be monitor is selected. formatted with this camera before use. The available languages vary depending on the Submenu 2 Application country and/or region where the camera was purchased. Completely erases the image data in the internal memory or card (including protected images).
  • Page 42 Setting the startup display screen and sound when the camera is turned on [PW ON SETUP] x SETUP  PW ON SETUP Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application No image is displayed. A preset image is displayed. A still image stored in the internal memory or card is SCREEN registered for display. (This option leads to the setup screen.) My Favorite image (p. 26) is displayed. (This option MY FAVORITE leads to the setup screen.) OFF (No sound)/ VOLUME The volume of the startup sound is selected. *2 *3 LOW/HIGH This image cannot be changed. When [SCREEN] is set to [OFF], this setting is not available. When [jSILENT MODE] (p.
  • Page 43 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] x SETUP  SOUND SETTINGS Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application SOUND TYPE Selects the operating sound and volume BEEP of the camera buttons (except the shutter OFF (No sound)/ VOLUME button). LOW/HIGH SOUND TYPE 1/2/3 Selects the operating sound and volume of SHUTTER SOUND...
  • Page 44 Resetting the file name numbers of Adjusting the CCD and adjusting the pictures [FILE NAME] image processing function [PIXEL MAPPING] x SETUP  FILE NAME x SETUP  PIXEL MAPPING Folder name Folder name File name This function has already been adjusted DCIM 100OLYMP Pmdd0001.jpg at factory shipping, and no adjustment is needed right after purchase. Approximately once a year is recommended. For best results, wait at least one minute after taking or viewing pictures before performing pixel mapping. If the camera is 999OLYMP Pmdd9999.jpg turned off during pixel mapping, be sure to perform it again. To adjust the CCD and to adjust the Automatic Automatic numbering...

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adjusting the brightness of the monitor Setting the date and time for another time zone [DUALTIME] x SETUP  s x SETUP  DUALTIME By setting [DUALTIME] to [ON] and setting To adjust the monitor brightness the date and time, the set date and time is 1 Use 12 to adjust the brightness while reflected in the image file names, date prints viewing the screen, and then press the and so on.
  • Page 46 Using the alarm [ALARM CLOCK] x SETUP  ALARM CLOCK When [X] has not been set, [ALARM CLOCK] is not available. When [jSILENT MODE] (p. 49) is set to [ON], the alarm will not sound. When [DUALTIME] (p. 45) is set to [ON], the alarm is activated at the date and time set in [DUALTIME]. Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application — — The alarm is canceled. (Proceeds to TIME the time setting screen The alarm is activated once according to the ONE TIME SNOOZE OFF/ON selected time, sound and volume settings. SOUND TYPE 1/2/3 VOLUME LOW/HIGH (Submenus 3 and 4 can be set in the DAILY The alarm is activated daily at the same settings.
  • Page 47 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). To play back camera images on a TV 1 Connect the TV and camera. Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and Multi-connector audio input jack (white). AV cable (supplied) Connector cover 2 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/ [PAL]). 3 Turn on the TV, and change “INPUT” to “VIDEO (an input jack connected to the camera).” For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. 4 Set the mode dial to q, and use 1234 to select the image for playback. Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped. Saving battery power between shots Using the LED illuminator as an [POWER SAVE] auxiliary light [LED ILLUMINATOR]...
  • Page 48 Operating the camera by tapping the body [TAP CONTROL] x SETUP  TAP CONTROL Submenu 2 Application Cancels [TAP CONTROL] [TAP CONTROL] is activated. Adjusts the tap strength and intervals between multiple taps on each side of the camera CALIBRATE body. (top, left, right, & back) Functions available when [TAP CONTROL] is set to [ON] Camera’s top [TOP]: Tap twice ● Confirms the selected menu. ● Switches [TAP CONTROL] to [ON] or [OFF]. (p. 4) Camera’s left side [LEFT]: Tap once Sets [SHADOW ADJ.]. (p. 20) Camera’s right side [RIGHT]: Tap once Sets the flash mode. (p.
  • Page 49 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Operating during playback mode When switched to playback mode by tapping the back of the camera body once, the operations below can be used. Display next image: Tap the right side of the camera once Display previous image: Tap the left side of the camera once Start slideshow: Tap the top surface of the camera twice. (The slideshow will automatically start for all images stored in internal memory or on the card, with [BGM] set to [OFF].) Display next image during a slideshow: Tilt the camera right or tap the right side of the camera once. Display previous image during a slideshow: Tap the left side of the camera once. Stop slideshow: Tap the top surface of the camera twice.

  • Page 50: Printing

    Printing Direct printing (PictBridge Turn on the printer, and then connect the printer and camera. By connecting the camera to a PictBridge- compatible printer, you can print images directly < button without using a computer. To find out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Multi-connector PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and USB cable (supplied) printing out pictures directly. The printing modes, paper sizes, and other parameters that can be set with the camera vary depending on the printer that is used. Connector cover For details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. For details on the available paper types, loading paper, and installing ink cassettes, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Printing images at the printer’s standard settings EASY PRINT START PC / CUSTOM PRINT [EASY PRINT]...
  • Page 51 Changing the printer’s settings Use 12 to select [SIZE] for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] (Submenu 3), and press 4. If the [PRINTPAPER] screen is not displayed, the [SIZE], [BORDERLESS], Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY and [PICS/SHEET] are set to the printer’s PRINT] (p. 50), then press the o standard. button. PRINTPAPER SIZE BORDERLESS STANDARD STANDARD EASY PRINT...
  • Page 52 To crop an image (P) Use 34 to select an image. 1 Use the zoom button to select the size of the cropping frame, use 1234 to Press the < button to [SINGLE move the frame, and then press the o PRINT] the current image. button. Press 2 if you wish to make detailed printer settings for the current image. To make detailed printer settings Cropping frame 1 Use 1234 to make the detailed...
  • Page 53 Print Reservations (DPOF Use 12 to select [PRINT], and press the o button. In print reservations, the number of prints and ● date imprint option are saved in the image on Printing starts. the card. This enables easy printing at a printer ● When [OPTION SET] is selected in [ALL PRINT] or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the mode, [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed. print reservations on the card without a computer ● When printing is finished, the [PRINT MODE or a camera. SELECT] screen is displayed. DPOF is a standard for storing automatic printout information from digital cameras. PRINT MODE SELECT Print reservations can be set only for the PRINT images stored on the card. Insert a card ALL PRINT with recorded images before making print MULTI PRINT reservations.
  • Page 54 Reserving one print each of all Use 12 to select [<], and press images on the card [U] the o button. Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 53). Use 12 to select [U], and press 2008.11.26 12:30 the o button. 100-0004 Follow Steps 5 to 6 in [<].
  • Page 55 Resetting the print reservation data for selected images Follow Steps 1 and 2 of “Resetting all print reservation data” (p. 54). Use 12 to select [<], and press the o button. Use 12 to select [KEEP] and press the o button. Use 34 to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel.

  • Page 56: Using Olympus Master 2

    Connecting the camera to a computer via a USB hub may cause unstable operation. ● The monitor is off. When [MTP] is set for the submenu that Connect the camera to a computer. appears by pressing 4 after selecting [PC] in Step 3, images cannot be transferred to a ● The camera automatically turns on. computer using OLYMPUS Master 2. Multi-connector Starting OLYMPUS Master 2 Double-click the OLYMPUS Master 2 USB cable (supplied) icon Windows appears on the desktop. Connector cover Macintosh appears in the OLYMPUS Master 2 folder. ● Browse window appears after starting the software. EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT...

  • Page 57: Olympus Master

    Operating OLYMPUS Master 2 When OLYMPUS Master 2 is started, Quick Start Guide appears on the screen that helps you to handle the camera without any question. When the Quick Start Guide is not displayed, click in the toolbar to show the Guide. For details on the operation, refer to the help guide of the software. Transferring and saving images without using OLYMPUS Master 2 This camera is compatible with the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer and save the image data on your computer while the camera and the computer are connected. System requirements Windows : Windows 2000 Professional/ XP Home Edition/ XP Professional/Vista Macintosh : Mac OS X v10.3 or later On a computer running Windows Vista, if [MTP] is set for the submenu that appears by pressing 4 after selecting [PC] in Step 3 of “Connecting the camera to a computer”...

  • Page 58: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips ● If the camera does not work as intended, or if Set the mode dial to a position other than q, R and 6. an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the ● Wait until #(flash charge) stops blinking before information below to fix the problem(s). taking pictures. Troubleshooting Monitor “Difficult to see” ● Condensation* may have formed. Turn off the Battery power and wait for the camera body to become acclimated to the surrounding temperature and dry “The camera does not work even when out before taking pictures. battery is installed” Dew drops can form in the camera when it is ● Insert recharged battery in the correct direction. suddenly taken from a cold location into a warm, “Charging the battery” (p. 10), “Loading humid room.

  • Page 59: Error Message

    Error message Error message Corrective action Problem with selected image When one of the messages below is THE IMAGE Use photo retouch software, etc. displayed on the monitor, check the CANNOT to edit the image on a computer. corrective action. BE EDITED Error message Corrective action Operation problem Card problem Close the battery/card Insert a new card. CARD ERROR compartment cover. CARD-COVER OPEN Card problem Use a computer to cancel the WRITE THE LENS Operation problem read-only setting.

  • Page 60: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture When objects are at different that you envision, refer to the information below. distances Focusing “Focusing on the subject” ● Fast-moving object Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture. Pressing the shutter button halfway (p. 15) The subject is not in the center of the frame AF lock (p. 18) ●...

  • Page 61: Camera Shake

    Camera shake Color hue “Taking pictures (or movies) without “Taking pictures with colors at the same camera shake” shade as they appear” ● ● Taking pictures using h mode (p. 19) Taking pictures by selecting [WB] (p. 29) ● Shooting movies using [DIS MOVIE MODE] Best results in most environments can normally (p.
  • Page 62 Battery “Making battery last longer” ● Avoid performing the following operations as much as possible as they use up battery power even if no pictures are actually taken ● Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway. ● Repeatedly using the zoom. ● Set [POWER SAVE] (p. 47) to [ON] Playback/Editing tips Playback “Playing images in the internal memory”...

  • Page 63: Appendix

    Appendix Camera care Battery and charger • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion Exterior battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is batteries can be used. very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water • Power consumption by the camera varies and wring well. Wipe the camera with the depending on which functions are used. damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If • During the conditions described below, power you have used the camera at the beach, use a is consumed continuously and the battery cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well. becomes exhausted quickly. • If any dirt, dust, sand, or other foreign material • The zoom is used repeatedly. adheres to the periphery of the lens cover • The shutter button is pressed halfway after use, or the lens cover does not move repeatedly in shooting mode, activating the smoothly, wash the camera using the method auto focus. described on P. 67. • A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extended period of time.

  • Page 64: Using An Ac Adapter

    Using an AC adapter Cards compatible with this camera xD-Picture Card (16MB to 2GB) An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) tasks such as image downloads to a computer or when running a slideshow for a long period of Using a new card time. To use an AC adapter for this camera, the Before using a non-Olympus card or a card multi-adapter (CB-MA1/accessory) is required. that was used for another purpose in a Do not use any other AC adapter with this computer or other device, use [MEMORY camera. FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 41) to format the card. Using your charger and AC Checking the image saving location adapter abroad...

  • Page 65: Still Pictures

    Readout/recording process of the card Never open the battery/card compartment cover while the camera is reading or writing data, which is indicated by blinking of the card access lamp. This can not only damage the image data but also render the internal memory or card unusable. Card access lamp Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures Number of storable still pictures Using a 1GB card COMPRES- Internal memory IMAGE SIZE (xD-Picture Card) SION...

  • Page 66: Using A Microsd Attachment

    [ERASE] (p. 17), [SEL. IMAGE] (p. 39), feature may be compromised if the camera is [ALL ERASE] (p. 39), [MEMORY FORMAT]/ subject to substantial or excessive impact. [FORMAT] (p. 41) Shock resistance: The anti-shock feature warrants the operation of the camera against Using a microSD Attachment accidental impact incurred from everyday use of your digital compact camera. The anti-shock Do not use the attachment with Olympus feature does not unconditionally warrant all digital cameras that do not support this defective operation or cosmetic damage. microSD Attachment, as well as with other Cosmetic damage, such as scratches and dents, brands of digital cameras, computers, are not covered under the warranty. printers, and other devices that support As with any electronic device, proper care xD-Picture Card. Doing so not only may and maintenance are required to preserve damage the pictures taken, but may also the integrity and operation of your camera. To...
  • Page 67 Notes after use packing (and seals) are replaced annually. • Foreign materials may be attached to the For the Olympus distributors or service periphery of the lens barrier from using the stations where the waterproof packing can camera in conditions with foreign materials be replaced, visit Olympus website for your such as dirt, dust or sand, or when the lens local area. barrier is not moving smoothly. If you continue to use the camera in such conditions, the lens could become damaged or the lens barrier could stick causing additional damage to the camera. To avoid such damage, wash the camera using the following method.
  • Page 68 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Closing Battery/card compartment cover and Connector cover CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product. DANGER If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, Battery/card compartment cover serious injury or death may result. WARNING If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, injury or death may result. CAUTION If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of valuable data may result.

  • Page 69: Handling The Camera

    Handling the Camera CAUTION • Stop using the camera immediately if you WARNING notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke • Do not use the camera near flammable or around it. explosive gases. • Never remove the batteries with bare hands, • Do not use the flash and LED on people which may cause a fire or burn your hands.

  • Page 70: Battery Handling Precautions

    • The battery may become hot during prolonged shocks or burns. use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the camera. • Always unload the battery from the camera before DANGER storing the camera for a long period. • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified Caution for Usage Environment charger. Do not use any other chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. • To protect the high-precision technology contained • Take precautions when carrying or storing in this product, never leave the camera in the batteries to prevent them from coming into contact places listed below, no matter if in use or storage: with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, •...

  • Page 71: Lcd Monitor

    Battery Handling Precautions LCD Monitor • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by • Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. image may become vague, resulting in a playback • If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera mode failure or damage to the monitor. contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well • A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the with a dry cloth before use. monitor, but this is not a malfunction. • • Always charge a battery when using it for the first When a subject is viewed diagonally in the time, or if it has not been used for a long period. camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the • When operating the camera with battery power monitor. This is not a malfunction; it will be less at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and noticeable in playback mode. spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that • In places subject to low temperatures, the LCD has run down at low temperatures may be restored monitor may take a long time to turn on or its after it is warmed at room temperature. color may change temporarily. When using the • The number of pictures you can take may vary camera in extremely cold places, it is a good idea depending on the shooting conditions or battery.

  • Page 72: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Disclaimer of Warranty For customers in Europe “CE” mark indicates that this product complies • Olympus makes no representations or warranties, with the European requirements for safety, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any health, environment and customer protection. content of these written materials or software, and “CE” mark cameras are intended for sales in in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty Europe. of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE indirect damages (including but not limited to Annex IV] indicates separate collection of waste damages for loss of business profits, business electrical and electronic equipment in the EU interruption and loss of business information) countries. Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse. arising from the use or inability to use these Please use the return and collection systems written materials or software or equipment. Some available in your country for the disposal of this countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of product. liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin Directive • Olympus reserves all rights to this manual. 2006/66/EC Annex II] indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries.
  • Page 73 2 The customer shall transport the product to the 4 This Warranty applies to the product only; the dealer or Olympus authorized service station Warranty does not apply to any other accessory at his own risk and shall be responsible for any equipment, such as the case, strap, lens cap and costs incurred in transporting the product. batteries. 3 This warranty does not cover the following 5 Olympus’s sole liability under this warranty shall and the customer will be required to pay repair be limited to repairing or replacing the product. charge, even for defects occurring within the Any liability for indirect or consequential loss or warranty period referred to above. damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the A ny defect that occurs due to mishandling customer due to a defect of the product, and (such as an operation performed that is not in particular any loss or damage caused to any mentioned in the Safety Precautions or other lenses, films, other equipment or accessories sections of the instructions, etc.) used with the product or for any loss resulting A ny defect that occurs due to repair, from a delay in repair or loss of data, is excluded. modification, cleaning, etc. performed by Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected anyone other than Olympus or an Olympus by this. authorized service station. Notes regarding warranty Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, etc. after purchase of...

  • Page 74: Specifications

    Sound with still pictures : Wave format Movie : AVI Motion JPEG Memory : Internal memory xD-Picture Card (16 MB to 2 GB) (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) microSD card/microSDHC card (with the supplied microSD Attachment) No. of effective pixels : 10,100,000 pixels Image pickup device : 1/2.33” CCD (primary color filter), 10,700,000 pixels (gross) Lens : Olympus lens 6.7 to 20.1 mm, f3.5 to 5.0 (equivalent to 38 to 114 mm on a 35mm camera) Photometric system : Digital ESP metering, spot metering system Shutter speed : 4 to 1/1000 sec. Shooting range : 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) to∞(W/T) (normal) 0.2 m (0.7 ft.) to∞(W), 0.3 m (1.0 ft.) to∞(T) (macro mode) 0.07 m (2.8 in.) to 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) (W only) (super macro mode) 0.07 m (2.8 in.) to 0.2 m (0.7 ft.) (W only) (S-macro LED mode) Monitor : 2.7” TFT color LCD display, 230,000 dots...
  • Page 75 Using in low temperatures Low temperature operation of the optional Olympus xD-Picture Card and lithium ion battery are guaranteed to 0°C (32°F). However, the following have been tested for use with this product in temperatures up to -10°C (14°F). Olympus xD-Picture Card 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB Standard       TypeM/M+     TypeH      Operation confirmed Olympus lithium ion battery LI-42B LI-40B ● The number of storable still pictures is reduced in low temperatures.
  • Page 76 microSD attachment Product type : Attachment for microSD Operating Environment Temperature : -10 to 40°C (14 to 104°F) (operation) /-20 to 65°C (-4 to 149°F) (storage) Humidity : 95% and below (operation) / 85% and below (storage) Dimensions : 25.0 mm (W) x 20.3 mm (H) x 1.7 mm (D) (1.0 × 0.8 × 0.07 in.) (Handle:2.2 mm (0.09 in.)) Weight : Approx. 0.9 g (0.03 oz) Design and specifications subject to change without notice.  EN...

  • Page 77: Index

    Index Connection To Computer ........56 AC adapter..........64 To Printer ........50 ADD FAVORITE 5 ....... 36 To Television ........47 AF lock ..........18 Cropping a picture P ....37, 52 AF MODE ..........31 CUSTOM PRINT ........51 ALARM CLOCK ........46 ALL (PERFECT FIX) ......36 ALL (SLIDESHOW) ......36 ALL INDEX ........... 51 DATE (X) ........... 54 ALL PRINT ..........51 DATE (PRINT INFO) ......52 All-image print reservation U ....
  • Page 78 NORMAL (MENU COLOR) ....42 FRAME RATE ........28 NORMAL (SLIDESHOW) ..... 36 FUNC menu .......... 24 NTSC ............ 46 Number of prints (<x) ......52 g (Shooting guide) ..... 24 OLYMPUS Master ......10, 56 Optical zoom ......... 20 High speed sequential shooting W ..29 Histogram display ......23, 25 PAL ............46 PANORAMA � ........33 iESP ............31 Panorama playback .
  • Page 79 RESET (FILE NAME) ......44 Resizing Q ......... 37 USB cable ......... 10, 50, 56 Saturation (High)........37 VIDEO OUT .......... 46 Saturation (Low) ........37 VOLUME..........42  (Scene) M ......18, 31 VOLUME q ........43 SCREEN ..........42 SELFTIMER Y ........22 Sepia............. 37 Sequential shooting j ....... 29 Warning sound 8 ........ 43 SETUP x ..........41 White balance WB ........
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