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Olympus Stylus 7030 Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

STYLUS-7030 /

Instruction Manual

μ
● 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.
● The application software and instruction manual PDF fi le are stored on
the internal memory of the camera.
● 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.
-7030

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Instruction Manual μ -7030 ● 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Step Checking the contents of the box Digital camera Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Step Preparing the Camera “Preparing the Camera” (p. 10) Step How to Use the Camera “Camera Settings” (p. 3) Contents Contents Names of Parts ...

  • Page 3: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Shutter button (p. 15, 52) Zoom buttons (p. 17, 19) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 16, 18, 42) m button (p.
  • Page 4 Using the Menu Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. Press the m button to display the function menu. The function menu can be used to set frequently used shooting and playback functions such as shooting mode. Shooting PROGRAM AUTO PROGRAM AUTO...

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions PROGRAM AUTO PROGRAM AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 1 Shooting mode P (PROGRAM AUTO) ...p. 15 M (iAUTO) ...p. 22 s (SCENE MODE) ...p. 22 P (MAGIC FILTER) ...p. 23 p (PANORAMA) ...p. 24 Q(BEAUTY) ...p.

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Connector cover ... p. 11, 12 Multi-connector ... p. 11, 12, 45, 47 Strap eyelet ... p. 7 Flash ... p. 27 Battery/card compartment cover ... p. 10 6 EN Self-timer lamp ... p. 28 Microphone ...
  • Page 7 Shutter button ... p. 15, 52 n button ... p. 13, 15 Zoom buttons ... p. 17, 19 Monitor ... p. 8, 15, 44, 52 m button ... p. 3, 4 Indicator lamp ... p. 11, 12 q button (switching between shooting and playback) ...
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display 1/100 1/100 Still image Battery check ... p. 12, 53 Shooting mode ... p. 15, 22 Flash ... p. 27 Flash standby/fl ash charge ... p. 52 Macro/super macro ... p. 27 Self-timer ... p. 28 Exposure compensation ...
  • Page 9 Playback mode display ● Standard display 10 10 4/30 4/30 ’10/02/26 12:30 ’10/02/26 12:30 Still image ● Advanced display 10 10 4/30 4/30 1/1000 F3.0 AUTO 100 0004 FILE ’10/02/26 12:30 Battery check ... p. 12, 53 Print reservation/ number of prints ... p. 50/p. 49 Protect ...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Inserting the battery Battery/card compartment cover Battery/card compartment cover Battery lock knob Battery lock knob 10 EN Insert the battery by putting in the ▼ marked side fi rst, with the C marks toward the battery lock knob. Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or an explosion.
  • Page 11 Windows Vista/Windows 7 Refer to the PC software (ib) help guide for details on how to use the PC software (ib). Select and execute “OLYMPUS Camera Initialization”, which is displayed on the computer screen when the camera is recognized by the computer.
  • Page 12 Charging the battery with the included USB-AC adapter The included USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) (hereafter referred as AC adapter) has been designed to be used for charging and playback. Make sure that shooting is not being used while the AC adapter is connected to the camera.
  • Page 13 Setting the date, time and time zone The date and time set here are saved to image fi le names, date prints, and other data. Press the n button to turn on the camera. ● The date and time setting screen is displayed when the date and time are not set.

  • Page 14: Changing The Display Language

    Changing the display language The language for the menu and error messages displayed on the monitor is adjustable. Display the [SETUP] menu. “Using the Menu” (p. 4) Use FG to select the r (Settings 1) tab and then press I. EXIT Use FG to select [l] and press the A button.

  • Page 15: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode) In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc. as needed.
  • Page 16 To take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. Press fully To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images. To return to shooting, either press the q button or press the shutter button halfway down.

  • Page 17: Using The Zoom

    Using the zoom Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto (W) button (T) button Zoom bar AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO Optical zoom: 7x Digital zoom: 5x To take larger images without reducing image quality [FINE ZOOM] (p.

  • Page 18: Viewing Images

    Viewing images Press the q button. Turn the wheel controller to select an image. ● It can be performed by pressing HI. Displays previous image Keep turning the wheel controller to fast forward or reverse. It can be performed by holding HI.
  • Page 19 Operations while playback is paused During pause Use F to display the fi rst Cueing frame and press G to display the last frame. Turn the wheel controller to Advancing advance or rewind by one and rewinding frame at a time. Keep turning one frame at a the wheel controller for time...

  • Page 20: Information Display

    To select an image in index view Use FGHI to select an image, and press the A button to display the selected image in single-image view. To scroll an image in close-up view Use FGHI to move the viewing area. To select an image in event index Use HI to select the representative image and press the A button.
  • Page 21 Using the menu guide If the E button is pressed while settings are being adjusted in the playback function or [SETUP] menus, a description of the selected option is displayed. “Using the Menu” (p. 4) Using the camera guide Use the camera guide to look up camera operations.

  • Page 22: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes To change the shooting mode The shooting mode (P, M, s, P, p, Q, n) can be changed with using the function menu. “Using the Menu” (p. 4) Shooting with automatic settings (M mode) The camera will automatically select the optimal shooting mode for the scene.

  • Page 23: Shooting With Special Effects

    In s modes, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specifi c shooting scenes. For this reason, settings may not be changed in some modes. Option B PORTRAIT/F LANDSCAPE/ G NIGHT SCENE The camera M NIGHT+PORTRAIT/ takes a picture C SPORT/N INDOOR/ using the W CANDLE/ optimum settings...

  • Page 24: Creating Panoramic Images

    Creating panoramic images (p mode) Set the shooting mode to p. Press G to go to the submenu. Use HI to select the desired mode and then press the A button to set. Submenu 1 Three frames are taken and combined by the camera.
  • Page 25 Taking pictures with [MANUAL] 1 Use HI to specify at which edge the next picture is to be connected. Direction for combining the next frame BACK MENU 2 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame. MANUAL MANUAL BACK MENU CANCEL...
  • Page 26 Smoothing out skin tone and texture (Q mode) The camera identifi es a person’s face and gives the skin a smooth, translucent look for taking the picture. Set the shooting mode to Q. Point the camera toward the subject. Check the frame appearing around the face detected by the camera, and then press the shutter button to take the picture.

  • Page 27: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions “Using the Menu” (p. 4) Using the fl ash The fl ash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. Select the fl ash option in the shooting function menu. FLASH AUTO FLASH AUTO Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Brightness

    Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay. Select the self-timer option in the shooting function menu. Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set.

  • Page 29: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity

    Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. Option Description The camera automatically adjusts WB AUTO the white balance according to the shooting scene. For shooting outdoors under a clear sky. For shooting outdoors under a cloudy sky.
  • Page 30 Sequential shooting (Drive) Pictures are taken sequentially while the shutter button is held down. Select the drive option in the shooting function menu. Option One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. Take sequential shots using the focus, brightness (exposure) and white balance set in the fi...

  • Page 31: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the image quality for still images [IMAGE SIZE/COMPRESSION] I (Shooting menu 1) IMAGE SIZE/COMPRESSION Submenu 1 Submenu 2 14M (4288×3216) 8M (3264×2448) 5M (2560×1920) 3M (2048×1536) 2M (1600×1200) IMAGE SIZE 1M (1280×960)
  • Page 32 Brightening the subject against backlight [SHADOW ADJUST] I (Shooting menu 1) Available shooting modes: P M s P p Submenu 2 The shadow adjustment effect is AUTO applied when shooting against backlight. The effect is not applied. Shoot with automatic adjustment to brighten an area that has become darker.
  • Page 33 Shooting at higher magnifi cations than optical zoom without reducing the image quality [FINE ZOOM] I (Shooting menu 1) FINE ZOOM Available shooting modes: P M s P p Submenu 2 Application Optical zoom is used to zoom in for shooting. Optical zoom and image cropping are combined to zoom in for shooting (up to 47×).
  • Page 34 Reducing the blur caused by the camera shake when shooting [IMAGE STABILIZER] (still images)/ [IS MOVIE MODE] (movies) I (Shooting menu 1) IMAGE STABILIZER (still images)/ A (Movie menu) IS MOVIE MODE (movies) Available shooting modes: P M s P p Submenu 2 The image stabilizer is deactivated.

  • Page 35: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Data must have been created with the PC software (ib) before using some function. Refer to the PC software (ib) help guide for details on how to use the PC software (ib). For details on installing the PC software (ib), see “Battery charge and camera setup”...
  • Page 36 Viewing images by event [EVENT q] EVENT q In [EVENT q], images in an event are played back. (Images with the same shooting date are grouped into the same event.) To start [EVENT q] Press the A button to start [EVENT q]. (The event, including the image for which single-image view was being performed when the playback function menu was...
  • Page 37 Retouching the skin and eyes [BEAUTY FIX] BEAUTY FIX Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective. Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Application [CLEAR SKIN], [SPARKLE EYE] and ― [DRAMATIC EYE] are applied together. Makes skin look smooth and SOFT/AVG/ CLEAR SKIN translucent.
  • Page 38 Changing the color tone of image [COLOR EDIT] EDIT COLOR EDIT Submenu 2 This changes the image to black BLACK & WHITE and white. This changes the image to a SEPIA sepia tone. HIGH This increases the color saturation SATURATION of the image.
  • Page 39 Erasing images [ERASE] ERASE Submenu 1 Application All images in the internal memory ALL ERASE or card will be erased. Images are individually selected SEL. IMAGE and erased. ERASE/ Deletes the image displayed. ERASE EVENT CANCEL Cancels deletion of the image. If G is pressed when an event is played back, all images in the event are erased.

  • Page 40: The M Button

    Rotating images [y] q (Playback menu) 1 Use HI to select an image. 2 Press the A button to rotate the image. 3 If necessary, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to make settings for other images, and press the m button. The new picture orientations will be saved even after the power is turned off.

  • Page 41: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting a storage device [INTERNAL/SD] r (Settings 1) INTERNAL/SD Submenu 2 Application If a card is inserted, the card is automatically selected. If no card AUTO is inserted, internal memory is used.

  • Page 42: Usb Connection

    Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [RESET] r (Settings 1) RESET Submenu 2 Restores the following menu functions to the default settings. • Flash (p. 27) • Macro (p. 27) • Self-timer (p. 28) • Exposure compensation (p. 28) •...

  • Page 43: File Name

    Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] s (Settings 2) SOUND SETTINGS Submenu 2 Submenu 3 SILENT MODE OFF/ON *1, 2 SOUND TYPE BEEP VOLUME SOUND TYPE SHUTTER SOUND VOLUME OFF (No Sound)/ LOW/HIGH OFF (No Sound) or q VOLUME 5 levels of volume Even when [SILENT MODE] is [ON], FG can be used to adjust volume during playback.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Adjusting the CCD and the image processing function [PIXEL MAPPING] s (Settings 2) PIXEL MAPPING This function has already been adjusted 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.
  • Page 45 Choosing home and alternate time zones [WORLD TIME] t (Settings 3) WORLD TIME You will not be able to select a time zone using [WORLD TIME] if the camera clock has not fi rst been set using [X]. Submenu 2 Submenu 3 HOME/ALTERNATE —...
  • Page 46 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 Press the q button, and use HI to select the image for playback.

  • Page 47: Printing

    Printing Direct printing (PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge- compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and printing out pictures directly.
  • Page 48 Changing the printer’s settings for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 47). Press the A button. Use FG to select the print mode, and press the A button. EXIT Submenu 2 This prints the image selected in PRINT Step 6.
  • Page 49 Submenu Submenu Application This selects the number <× 0 to 10 of prints. Selecting [WITH] prints the images with the date. WITH/ DATE Selecting [WITHOUT] WITHOUT prints the images without the date. Selecting [WITH] prints the fi le name on the image. WITH/ FILE NAME Selecting [WITHOUT] does...
  • Page 50 Press the m button. When the message [REMOVE USB CABLE] is displayed, disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. Print Reservations (DPOF In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card.

  • Page 51: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 50). Use FG to select [U], and press the A button. Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [<]. Resetting all print reservation data Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p.

  • Page 52: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fi x the problem(s). Troubleshooting Battery “The camera does not work even when batteries are installed”.

  • Page 53: Error Message

    Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action Card problem Insert a new card. CARD ERROR Card problem The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side. Release WRITE the switch.

  • Page 54: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below. Focusing “Focusing on the subject” ● 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.

  • Page 55: Image Quality

    Exposure (brightness) “Taking pictures with the right brightness” ● Taking pictures of a subject against a backlight Faces or backgrounds are bright even when shot against backlight. [SHADOW ADJUST] (p. 32) ● Taking pictures using [FACE/iESP] (p. 32) Appropriate exposure is obtained for a face against backlight, and the face is brightened.
  • Page 56 Playback/Editing tips Playback “Playing images in the internal memory and card” ● Remove the card and display the images in internal memory ● “Inserting the battery” (p. 10), “Inserting the SD/SDHC memory card (sold separately)” (p. 14) ● Selecting a storage device [INTERNAL/SD] (p.

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Battery, USB-AC adapter (included), Charger (sold separately) • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of batteries can be used. Caution: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type.
  • Page 58 If you set the switch to the “LOCK” side, you will not be able to write to the card, delete data or format. Return the switch to enable writing. Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC memory cards (for more information, visit the Olympus website) LOCK...
  • Page 59 Using a new card Cards must be formatted with this camera before fi rst use or after being used with other cameras or computers. [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 41) Checking the image saving location The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory or card is being used during shooting and playback.

  • Page 60: Still Pictures

    Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and SD/SDHC memory cards The fi gures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. The actual number of storable pictures or continuous recording lengths will differ according to the shooting conditions and memory cards used.

  • Page 61: Safety Precautions

    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.

  • Page 62: Battery Handling Precautions

    DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specifi ed AC adapter or charger. Do not use any other AC adapters or chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries.

  • Page 63: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. • If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use.

  • Page 64: Fcc Notice

    fi re or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery, battery charger and/or AC adapter that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
  • Page 65 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world A Type B Type BF Type (American Type) (British Type) (British Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depending on the area, different types of plugs and supply voltages are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
  • Page 66 Olympus’s own authorized service personnel unless repair by others is made with the written consent of Olympus; (c) defects or damage to the Products resulting from wear, tear, misuse, abuse, negligence,...
  • Page 67 Representations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents of Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an expressly authorized offi...
  • Page 68 Olympus distributor within the business area of Olympus Europa Holding GmbH as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus. com this product will be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, free of charge. To claim under this warranty the customer must take the product...
  • Page 69 Notes regarding Guarantee maintenance 1 This Guarantee will only be valid if the Guarantee Certifi cate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain suffi cient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the...
  • Page 70 Disclaimer of Warranty Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content if these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fi tness for any particular purpose or for any...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Humidity : 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) Power supply : One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B/LI-40B) or separately sold AC adapter Dimensions : 93.2 mm (W) × 55.5 mm (H) × 26.2 mm (D) (3.7 ×...
  • Page 72 Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) Product type Standard voltage Standard capacity Battery life Operating environment Temperature Dimensions Weight USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) Model No. Power requirements Output Operating environment Temperature Dimensions Weight Design and specifi cations subject to change without notice. 72 EN : Lithium ion rechargeable battery : DC 3.7 V : 740 mAh...
  • Page 73 VN684801...

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