Olympus C-750 Ultra Zoom Quick Start Manual

QuickStart Guide

C-750 Ultra Zoom
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It is strongly recommended that you follow these step-by-step
numbered instructions to set up and quickly begin using your
new Digital camera.
For more detailed instructions on advanced features, please refer to
the printed Basic Manual included in your package, or the Reference
Manual on the CD-ROM.

PREPARING THE CAMERA FOR USE

Before you begin using your Olympus Digital camera...
a.
Loading the batteries
Note: The batteries and xD-Picture Card
compartments are accessed by opening the
respective compartment covers.
• Slide the battery compartment lock from = to ).
• Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow, and lift open the cover.
• Insert two CR-V3 lithium batteries into the compartment with their indentations
facing each other.
OR
• Insert the rechargeable batteries into the compartment as indicated in the
illustration on the camera body.
• Close the battery compartment cover and slide the battery compartment lock from
) to =.
• To remove the batteries, make sure that the camera is turned off (the monitor and
the viewfinder are off and the lens is not extended).

TURNING ON THE CAMERA

The camera Mode dial is used to select the various operation modes.
a.
Turning the camera ON
• Press the tabs on the lens cap to remove it.
• Set the mode dial to h. Press the power switch. The lens extends and the viewfinder turns on.
• To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.
TIP
:To maximize battery life, the Digital camera features a power saving mode in which the camera enters a sleep mode after
approximately three (3) minutes of non-use.
b.
Setting the Date and Time
Set the date and time before using the camera for the first time. This affects the way image file names are
created, and will conveniently include this information with each picture.
• Set the mode dial to P and press the power switch to turn the camera on.
• Press e. The top menu is displayed.
• Press d on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU.
• Press ac to select the SETUP tab, then press d.
• Press ac to select X, then press d.
• Use ac to select the date format.
• Adjust the date and time in the appropriate fields by using d to select the field, and ac to set the proper value.
Repeat this step until all date/time fields have been set.
Note: Time is entered using the 24-hour format.
e
• Press twice to set the date and time and exit the menu.
c.
Camera Diagram and Controls
Now take a moment to familiarize yourself with the key areas of camera controls by reviewing the illustrations.
Strap eyelet Zoom lever
Card cover
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Battery compartment
lock
(SHOOTING MODE)
Power switch
Mode dial
(OPTIONAL)
Shutter
button Flash
Self-timer/Remote control lamp Lens Microphone
Remote control receiver
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UNPACKING THE BOX CONTENTS

Gather your Digital camera and the parts as shown in the illustration. You'll need these to complete the steps for the camera
set-up procedures that follow.
Digital camera Strap Lens cap & string
The following items are also included in the Digital camera package: Basic Manual, AV cable, RM-1 remote control, warranty card,
registration card (not provided in some areas), and safety precautions booklet.
Note: In some areas NiMH rechargeable batteries and charger will be included in the package instead of CR-V3
batteries. Please refer to "battery charger" instructions included with the battery charger.
b.
Inserting the xD-Picture Card
The xD-Picture Card is where the camera stores your pictures and is
available in a variety of memory capacities. The pictures you take with
the camera remain on the xD-Picture Card even when the camera is
turned off and/or the batteries are removed.
• Open the card cover.
• Face the card the correct way and insert it into the spring-loaded card slot
as shown in the illustration. Push the card fully into the slot. The card will
lock into place when fully inserted.
Battery compartment
• Close the card cover securely.
cover
Confirm you have installed the batteries and xD-Picture Card properly by setting the mode
dial to q and pressing the power switch. The "No Picture" message should be displayed in
the monitor. Turn the camera off by pressing the power switch again.
Note: To remove, push the card all the way in to unlock it, then let it return slowly.
c.
Attaching the strap and lens cap string
Attach the lens cap string and strap to the strap eyelets on each side of the camera as
illustrated. Attaching the strap to the camera makes it easier to handle.
Connector
cover A/V OUT jack
Note: Depending on the camera settings, not all indicators will be displayed.
Speaker DC-IN jack USB
connector
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CR-V3 CAMEDIA Master
lithium batteries (2) CD-ROM
(OPTIONAL)
Self-timer/Remote control button
Hot shoe
Erase button
Diopter adjustment dial
Viewfinder
Monitor
Power switch Monitor button
Tripod socket
Camera Settings in Shooting Mode as shown in Monitor
Exposure compensation
Shutter speed Exposure differential
Shooting mode
Aperture value
Battery check
Green lamp (AF lock)
Flash stand-by
Macro mode
Noise reduction
Flash mode
Flash intensity control
Drive
Self-timer Remote Control
Sound record
Record mode
AF target mark
Resolution
Camera Settings in Playback Mode as shown in Monitor
Print reservation
Number of prints
Battery check
Aperture value
Shutter speed
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USB cable xD-Picture Card
(gray color)
Macro/Spot button
Print button
Flash lever
Mode dial
Flash mode button
Protect button
Card access lamp
AEL/Custom button
Rotation button
Card cover
Arrow pad
OK/Menu button
Battery compartment lock
Battery compartment
cover
AE lock
AE memory
Spot metering
ISO
White balance
White balance compensation
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Memory gauge
Number of storable
still pictures
Sound record
Protect
Record mode
Resolution
Exposure compensation
White balance
ISO
Date and time
File number (still picture)
Playing time/total recording time
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