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DIGITAL CAMERA

STYLUS
TG-TRACKER

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.
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

    STYLUS TG-TRACKER 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.

  • Page 2: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Lithium Ion Battery USB-AC adapter Strap Digital camera (LI-92B) (F-5AC) Lens Underwater lens USB cable protector protector...

  • Page 3: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts 18 19 h  button 1 Headlamp 8 Micro-USB connector 2 Lens 9 Card slot i OK/MODE button 3 Lens protector 0 Power switch (ON/ j GPS antenna k M (Left)/Wi-Fi 4 Strap eyelet OFF/LOG) a Stereo microphone button 5 Battery/card l N (Right)/INFO/...

  • Page 4: Preparations For Shooting

    Preparations for shooting Inserting and removing the battery and card Keeping the battery/card compartment/connector cover latch pressed (1), open the battery/card compartment/connector cover (2, 3). • When opening or Battery/card compartment/ closing the battery/card connector cover latch compartment/connector cover, be sure the power switch is in the OFF position.
  • Page 5 Cards compatible with this camera microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card (commercially available) (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) • g “Using the card” (P. 58) To remove the card • Before removing cards, rotate the power switch to OFF and confirm that the indicator lamp (amber) is off.

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    For charging the battery abroad, see “Using your charger and USB-AC adapter abroad” (P. 57). • Never use any cable other than supplied or Olympus-designated USB cable. This may cause smoking or burning. • The included F-5AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera.
  • Page 7 • For details on the battery, see “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (P. 65). For details on the USB-AC adapter, see “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (P. 65). • If the indicator lamp does not light, reconnect the USB cable and USB-AC adapter to the camera. When to charge the batteries Flashes in red Error message...

  • Page 8: Turning On The Camera

    Turning on the camera The camera can only be used with a card inserted. Insert a card in the camera. • g “Using the card” (P. 58) Rotate the power switch to ON. • If the camera does not turn on when the power switch is in the ON position, check that the battery is in the correct orientation.
  • Page 9 Viewing the shooting mode The monitor turns on when the power switch is rotated to ON. The shooting mode is shown by an icon in the top left corner of the display. A: VIDEO (movie) mode ....(P. 10) z : PHOTO (photography) mode ..(P. 12) L: TIME LAPSE (time-lapse movie) mode .....(P.

  • Page 10: Recording Movies

    Recording movies Rotate the power switch to ON. • While the power switch is in the ON position, the camera will log GPS and other sensor data, including position and altitude. Log recording continues during shooting. Check the mode. VIDEO (movie) mode Press the R (record) button to start recording.
  • Page 11 • If the power switch is rotated to OFF while the current log is stored in the temporary buffer, a message will be displayed in the monitor. If 10 seconds pass or you press OK while the message is displayed, log recording will end Continue LOG and the log will be saved to the card.

  • Page 12: Taking Photographs

    Taking photographs Rotate the power switch to ON. • While the power switch is in the ON position, the camera will log GPS and other sensor data, including position and altitude. Log recording continues during shooting, and the log is saved to the card when the power switch is rotated to OFF.
  • Page 13 • Distortion may appear in photos of moving objects. • Large movements or flicker from fluorescent lights or other sources may cause the picture to break up. • To disable log recording when the power switch is in the ON position, select [Off] for [LOG Setting] in the SETUP menu (P.

  • Page 14: Filming Time-Lapse Movies

    Filming time-lapse movies The camera shoots photos at a pre-selected interval and joins them together in a movie. Sound is not recorded. Rotate the power switch to ON. • While the power switch is in the ON position, the camera will log GPS and other sensor data, including position and altitude.
  • Page 15 • If the battery runs low during recording, shooting will end and the camera will begin to record the movie to the card. Use a fully-charged battery. A movie will be created from the photos shot before shooting was suspended. •...

  • Page 16: Viewing And Deleting Pictures

    Viewing and deleting pictures Viewing movies Rotate the power switch to ON. Press the MODE button to view the VIDEO home display. • Use M or N to highlight items. Home display Highlight [q PLAY] and press OK. • Pictures will be displayed in a thumbnail list. •...

  • Page 17: During Playback

     During playback Pausing playback Press the OK button to pause playback. Press N once for 2× speed, twice for 15× speed. Fast forward Press M once for 2× speed, twice for 15× speed. Rewind  Operations while playback is paused Elapsed time/ 00 : 12 : 34 / 00 : 17 : 30 Total shooting time...

  • Page 18: Viewing Photographs

    Viewing photographs Rotate the power switch to ON. Press the MODE button to view the VIDEO home display. • Use M or N to highlight items. Home display Highlight [q PLAY] and press OK. • Pictures will be displayed in a thumbnail list. •...

  • Page 19: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting pictures In the thumbnail list, highlight the picture you want to delete and press the  button. • The playback menu will be displayed. 102 - 3459 • You can also press the  button to display the playback menu in full-frame playback.

  • Page 20: Recording And Using Logs (Log Mode)

    While the power switch is in the LOG position, the camera will log GPS and other sensor data (P. 22). Logs can be downloaded for use with the OLYMPUS Image Track (OI.Track) smartphone app. Recording and saving logs Rotate the power switch to LOG.

  • Page 21: Using Buffered And Saved Logs

    OLYMPUS Image Track (OI.Track) smartphone app and connect to the smartphone using the camera wireless LAN function (P. 39). Things you can do with the specified app, OLYMPUS Image Track (OI.Track) • Viewing the current log and photos The current log and photos can be viewed on the smartphone.

  • Page 22: Location Data/Headlamp

    Location data/headlamp Viewing location data The monitor shows location data, an artificial horizon, and altitude (depth). • The accuracy of the data displayed varies with weather conditions and the like. Use as a rough guide only. Press INFO. • Location data will be displayed. •...
  • Page 23  Artificial horizon and altitude (depth) Name 12:34 2000 1 Time 2 Log recording in progress 3 Underwater indicator 4 Artificial horizon 5 Atmospheric pressure Temperature 1023 1227 (water temperature) Altitude (depth)  Altitude (depth) log Name 4500 1 Log recording in progress Total Time 3000 2 Underwater indicator...
  • Page 24 The headlamp Press the Y (headlamp) button until the headlamp Headlamp lights. The headlamp will light even if the power switch is in the OFF or LOG position. • The headlamp lights for about 60 seconds. • To turn the headlamp off, press and hold the Y (headlamp) button.

  • Page 25: Camera Menus

    Camera menus Using the menus The VIDEO, PHOTO, TIME LAPSE, and PLAY menus Press the  button during shooting or playback to display the menu for the current mode. A VIDEO (movie) menu (P. 27) z PHOTO (photography) menu (P. 30) Submenu 1 Submenu 1 Loop...
  • Page 26 Submenus • Submenus can be selected using M or N. Loop Press OK to select the highlighted item and proceed to the second or third submenu as Exit applicable. • Highlight an item in the second or third submenu and press OK to select the highlighted item and Exit :Back :Select...
  • Page 27 A VIDEO (Movie) Menu • The default settings of the function are highlighted in Repeatedly record fixed-length movies l [Loop] Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application ― Recording is not repeated after shooting ends. Recording ends after the selected time and the Max/3min/ camera immediately begins recording a new 5min/10min...
  • Page 28 A VIDEO (Movie) Menu Choosing a size [Resolution] Submenu 2 Application 4K/FHD/HD/480 Choose the frame size. • Some computers may not be able to display movies shot at [4K]. • “Using the card” (P. 58) • “Maximum movie length/number of photographs” (P. 59) Choosing a frame rate [fps] Submenu 2 Application...
  • Page 29 A VIDEO (Movie) Menu Reducing camera blur o [IS] Submenu 2 Application Disable image stabilization. Enable image stabilization. The field of view is reduced. This option does not take effect when [120 fps] or [240 fps] is selected for [fps]. •...
  • Page 30 z PHOTO (Photography) Menu • The default settings of the function are highlighted in Switching between single-frame and continuous recording j [Drive] Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application ― Single The camera takes only one photo at a time. 0.5sec/ The camera takes photos at the selected interval. 1sec/2sec/ Depending on shooting conditions, the interval Continuous...
  • Page 31 z PHOTO (Photography) Menu Choosing a field of view F [Field of View] Submenu 2 Application (Wide) Choose this option in most situations. Use for underwater use. The field of view is (Underwater wide) optimized for the underwater lens protector. •...
  • Page 32 L TIME LAPSE (Time-Lapse Movie) Menu • The default settings of the function are highlighted in Adjusting overall brightness (exposure compensation) F [+/-] Submenu 2 Application Set a larger negative (–) value to adjust darker, or a larger –2.0 to +2.0 positive (+) value to adjust brighter.
  • Page 33 L TIME LAPSE (Time-Lapse Movie) Menu Choosing a size [Resolution] Submenu 2 Application 4K/FHD/HD/480 Choose the frame size. • Some computers may not be able to display movies shot at [4K]. • “Using the card” (P. 58) • “Maximum movie length/number of photographs” (P. 59) Frame size The actual size in pixels for each frame size option is shown below.

  • Page 34: Setup Menu

    q PLAY (Playback) Menu • The default settings of the function are highlighted in Deleting pictures [Erase] • See “Deleting pictures” (P. 19). Using a TV remote [HDMI Control] • When connected to a TV that supports HDMI control, the camera can be operated using the TV remote control.
  • Page 35 d SETUP Menu Adjusting the brightness of the monitor [Monitor] Submenu 2 Application Bright The display in the monitor is brighter than normal. Normal Normal brightness. Choosing how long the monitor remains on [Monitor Off] Submenu 2 Application Hold The monitor does not turn off automatically. Select the delay between the start of shooting and the 1sec/5sec/10sec monitor turning off automatically.
  • Page 36 d SETUP Menu Adjusting beep volume [Beep] Submenu 2 Application Off/70%/100% Adjust volume. Configuring the pressure sensor [Manometer] • Configure the altitude (depth) display (P. 23). To adjust the altitude/water depth display 1 Use M or N to display the altitude (depth) for Manometer the current location and press OK to select.
  • Page 37 d SETUP Menu Setting the clock [Date] 1 Use M or N to choose the year ([Y]) and press OK to select. 2 Using M or N and pressing OK as described in Step 1, set the month ([M]), day ([D]), and hours and minutes ([Time]). 3 Use M or N to select a time zone and press OK.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Camera To A Smartphone

    By connecting to a smartphone through this camera’s wireless LAN function and using the specified app (OI.Track, OI.Share), you can enjoy even more features during and after shooting. Things you can do with the specified app, OLYMPUS Image Share (OI.Share) • Camera image transfer to a smartphone You can load images in the camera to a smartphone.

  • Page 39: Connecting To A Smartphone

    Connecting to a smartphone Start the OI.Share App installed on your smartphone. • You can also connect to smartphones using OI.Track. Highlight [Wi-Fi] (P. 36) in the SETUP menu and press OK. Highlight [Start] and press OK. • You can also initiate the connection by pressing and holding M. The QR code displayed in the camera WWWWWWWWWWWWW monitor can be read using the app...

  • Page 40: Transferring Images To A Smartphone

    Transferring images to a smartphone You can select images in the camera and load them to a smartphone. Connect the camera to a smartphone. (P. 39) Tap the Image Transfer button in OI.Share. • The images in the camera are displayed in a list. •...

  • Page 41: Adding Position Information To Images

    Adding position information to images You can add GPS tags to images that were taken while the GPS log was saving by transferring the GPS log saved on the smartphone to the camera. Before beginning to shoot, launch OI.Share and turn on the switch on the Add Location button to begin saving the GPS log.

  • Page 42: Using Gps Function

    GPS and other sensor data, including position and altitude. These data can also be embedded in photographs. Logs can be downloaded for use with the OLYMPUS Image Track (OI.Track) smartphone app. • The camera is not equipped for GPS navigation.

  • Page 43: Before Using Gps Function (A-Gps Data)

    Connect the camera and the smartphone, following the procedure described in “Connecting to a smartphone” (P. 39). Updating the A-GPS data using a PC Download the OLYMPUS A-GPS Utility software from the URL below, and install it on your PC. http://sdl.olympus-imaging.com/agps/ Refer to “OLYMPUS A-GPS Utility Instruction Manual”...

  • Page 44: Connecting The Camera To Another Device

    Connecting the camera to another device Viewing camera images on TV Use the HDMI cable (sold separately) to playback recorded images on your TV. Connect the camera to a high-definition TV to view pictures at high resolution. HDMI Micro connector (type D) HDMI cable (Connect to the HDMI connector on the TV.)

  • Page 45: Using The Tv Remote Control

    Using the TV remote control When connected to a TV that supports HDMI control, the camera can be operated using the TV remote control. HDMI control must be enabled in the camera menus before the camera is connected. Select [HDMI Control] (P. 34) in the PLAY menu. Highlight [On] and press OK.

  • Page 46: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting the camera USB cable USB port Micro-USB connector • If nothing is displayed on the camera screen even after connecting the camera to the computer, the battery may be exhausted. Use a full-charged battery.

  • Page 47: Copying Pictures To A Computer

    Copying pictures to a computer Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. The following operating systems are compatible with the USB connection: Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7 SP1 / Windows Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 10...

  • Page 48: Installing Software

    Installing Software Use OLYMPUS Viewer 3 to copy pictures from the camera to the computer, where they can be browsed, edited, and organized.  Windows Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup”...
  • Page 49 • Double-click the “Setup” icon to display the “Setup” dialog. Install OLYMPUS Viewer 3. • Check the system requirements before beginning installation. • Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 3” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Operating System Mac OS X v10.8–v10.11...

  • Page 50: 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 fix the problem(s). Troubleshooting   B attery The camera does not work even when batteries are installed.

  • Page 51: Date And Time Function

    The light is caught in the picture. • Light reflected from dust particles in the air may appear in pictures taken with the headlamp at night.  Date and time function The clock is reset. • The [Reset] option in the SETUP menu resets the clock (P. 37). •...

  • Page 52: Error Message

    GPS malfunction. Turn the camera off and then on again; if the message does not clear from the display, GPS Error contact an OLYMPUS service representative. Problems with the camera The camera will shortly turn off automatically. Wait Internal camera for the camera’s internal temperature to drop so that...

  • Page 53: Operating Conditions

    Error message Corrective action Operating conditions Use at shallow depths. Caution Depth Battery problem The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery. Battery Empty Connection problem Connect the camera and computer or TV correctly. No Connection...

  • Page 54: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips Check the items below if you find that your pictures aren’t turning the way you want them.  Camera shake Filming movies without camera shake • Shooting movies using [IS]. g P. 29 The camera works to reduce the effects of camera shake. ...

  • Page 55: Playback Tips

    Playback tips  Playback Viewing pictures • “Viewing movies” (P. 16) • “Viewing photographs” (P. 18) Viewing images with high picture quality on a high-definition TV • Connect the camera to the TV using an HDMI cable. g P. 44...

  • Page 56: Cleaning And Storing The Camera

    Information Cleaning and storing the camera Camera care 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.

  • Page 57: Using A Separately Sold Charger

    Storage • When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery, adapter and card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated. • Periodically insert the battery and test the camera functions. • Avoid leaving the camera in places where chemical products are handled since this may result in corrosion.

  • Page 58: Using The Card

    Using the card Cards compatible with this camera microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC memory card (commercially available) (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) • Use a Class 10 or better SDXC memory card. Use SDXC UHS-I cards when recording 4K movies. Format Cards must be formatted with this camera before first use or after being used with other cameras or computers.

  • Page 59: Maximum Movie Length/Number Of Photographs

    Maximum movie length/number of photographs • All figures are approximate. The actual number of photos and length of footage that can be stored vary with the card and shooting conditions. Movies Recording length microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card (4GB) Image Size 240fps 120fps 60fps 30fps ―...

  • Page 60: Using Accessories

    Using accessories Attaching the lens protector Removing the lens protector Attaching the underwater lens protector • Before attaching the protector, shake the camera to remove water droplets from the lens. Removing the underwater lens protector 60 EN...
  • Page 61 Attaching the mount coupling and steady grip Joint screw Strap eyelet Mirror for self-portraits • Tighten screws with a coin or other object. • Attach the supplied strap (P. 2) to the strap eyelets on the steady grip. • Use the self-portrait mirror to compose self-portraits. •...
  • Page 62 For additional information on our warranty, please visit to the Olympus website for your local area.
  • Page 63 • Do not operate the lens latch or open the battery/card compartment/connector cover with wet hands, while under water, or on a beach or in other damp or dusty locations. • The camera does not float. • Do not use in baths or hot springs. •...
  • Page 64 (and seals) are replaced annually. For the Olympus distributors or service stations where the waterproof packing can be replaced, visit Olympus website for your local area. • The battery, cables, and USB adapter are not waterproof. 64 EN...

  • Page 65: Safety Precautions

    Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using a USB-AC adapter, remove it from the wall outlet immediately. Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. Location — To avoid damage to the product, mount the product securely on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket.
  • Page 66 • In places prone to strong vibrations. • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specifi ed USB-AC adapter or charger. Do not use any other USB-AC adapters or chargers.
  • Page 67 If the fl uid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately. • The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed to be used only for the Olympus digital camera. Do not use the battery to other devices.
  • Page 68 If using the wireless LAN function in a country outside the region where the camera was purchased, there is a risk that the camera will not conform to the wireless communication regulations of that country. Olympus will not be held responsible for any failure to meet such regulations.
  • Page 69 • Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefi t expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing picture data.
  • Page 70 Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such fi ndings have not been confi rmed by additional research. STYLUS TG-TRACKER has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
  • Page 71 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 72 WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED The customer must contact the designated Olympus Consumer Support Team for your region to coordinate the submission of your Product for repair service. To contact your Olympus Consumer Support Team in your region please visit or call the following: Canada: www.olympuscanada.com/repair / 1-800-622- 6372...
  • Page 73 3. Since this Warranty Certifi cate will not be re-issued, keep it in a safe place. 4. Please note that Olympus will not assume any risks or bear any costs incurred in transporting the product to the dealer or Olympus authorized service station.
  • Page 74 Notes regarding warranty maintenance 1. This Warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certifi cate is duly completed by Olympus or the dealer. Make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed.
  • Page 75 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 consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profi...

  • Page 76: Specifications

    : 2000 up to 2099 system Water resistance Type : Equivalent to IEC 60529 IPX8 (under OLYMPUS test conditions), available in 30 m (98.4 ft.) deep water Meaning : Camera can normally be used under water at a specified water pressure.
  • Page 77 – 20 °C to 60 °C (– 4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) Humidity : 30% - 90% (operation)/10% - 90% (storage) Power supply : One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-92B) or USB-AC adapter (F-5AC) Dimensions : 35 mm (W) × 56.5 mm (H) × 93.2 mm (D) (1.4 ×...
  • Page 79 date of issue 2016.01. WD020801...

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