Olympus Stylus 300 Digital Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

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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 Stylus 300/400 DIGITAL (µ[mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL).
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 Stylus 300/400 DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL)...
a.
Charging the battery
The Stylus 300/400 DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL) uses an Olympus Lithium ion
battery (LI-10B) and dedicated charger (LI-10C). This is the only battery/charger designed for
use with the Stylus 300/400 DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL). The battery cannot be
charged while in the camera.
Note: The Lithium ion battery is not fully charged when the camera is
purchased. You must fully charge the battery using the charger before first use.
• Insert the Lithium ion battery into the charger as indicated in the illustration.
• Connect the battery charger AC cable as shown to a standard wall outlet.
• To fully charge the battery requires approximately 2 hours. The charge indicator light will be red
when charging, and will turn green when the charging process is complete.
b.
Loading the battery
Note: The battery and xD-Picture card compartments are accessed by opening the
respective compartment covers.

TURNING ON THE CAMERA

All you need to do is slide the lens barrier open or close to turn the camera ON or OFF.
a.
Turning the camera ON
• Slide the lens barrier fully until it clicks. The lens extends.
• To turn the camera off, slide the lens barrier until you feel the first click. Wait until the lens is fully retracted, then
close the lens barrier all the way.
Power on
TIP
:To maximize battery life, the Stylus 300/400 DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL) 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 when 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.
• With the front lens barrier closed, press
monitor. The date and time can also be set from the playback mode.
• Press to display the top menu.
• Press to select MODE MENU.
• Press to select SETUP, and then press
• Press to select , and then press
• Use to select the date format (usually M, D, Y).
• Adjust the date and time in the appropriate fields by using
Repeat this step until all date/time fields have been set.
Note: Time is entered using the 24-hour format.
• Press to store the date and time.
c.
Camera Diagram and Controls
Now take a moment to familiarize yourself with the key areas of camera controls by reviewing the illustrations.
Card cover Card cover catch
Connector
cover
USB VIDEO OUT
connector jack
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Charge indicator
(SHOOTING MODE)
Power off
(OPTIONAL)
once. The monitor will turn on with "NO PICTURE" displayed in the
.
.
to select the field, and
Self-timer/
Flash Remote control lamp
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receiver
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UNPACKING THE BOX CONTENTS

Gather your Stylus 300/400 DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL) and the parts as shown in the illustration. You'll need these
to complete the steps for the camera set-up procedures that follow.
Stylus 300/400 Strap LI-10B lithium
DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/ ion battery
400 DIGITAL)
The following items are also included in the Stylus 300/400 DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL) package: Basic Manual, video cable,
RM-2 remote control, warranty card, registration card (not provided in some areas), and safety precautions booklet.
• Close the lens barrier.
• Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow, and lift
open the cover as shown in the illustration. (the direction indicated by the
mark on the cover)
• Insert the battery into the compartment.
• Close the battery compartment cover so that it pushes the battery in and
slide the cover while pressing the
Note: If the battery compartment cover is hard to close, do
not force it. Press
and then slide it into position.
• To remove the battery, make sure that the monitor and the lamp at the
side of the viewfinder are off. Return the camera to the upright position
and tip the battery out.
c.
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 battery is removed.
• Open the connector cover while pressing the
• Open the card cover by pulling the card cover catch towards you.
• Insert the xD-Picture Card 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.
• To remove, push the card all the way in to unlock it, then let it return slowly.
• Close the card cover before closing the connector cover.
• Press
Confirm you have installed the battery and xD-Picture Card properly by
pressing
monitor. Turn the camera off by pressing
d.
Attaching the strap
Attach the strap as illustrated to make the camera easier to handle.
to set the proper value.
DC-IN jack DC-IN jack
Note: Depending on the camera settings, not all indicators will be displayed.
cover
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LI-10C Battery CAMEDIA Master
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charger AC cable
mark.
on the cover firmly to close the cover,
mark as in the illustration.
to close the connector cover.
. The "NO PICTURE" message should be displayed in the
again.
(OPTIONAL)
Shutter button
Green lamp
Orange lamp
Viewfinder
Monitor
Monitor button (QUICK VIEW )
Arrow pad (
Shooting mode button
Macro button
Self-timer button
Battery
component
cover
Camera Settings in Shooting Mode as shown in Monitor
Shooting mode
Battery check
Green lamp
Flash stand-by
Macro mode
Flash mode
Sequential shooting
Self-timer/Remote control
Record mode
Resolution
Camera Settings in Playback Mode as shown in Monitor
Battery check
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USB cable xD-Picture Card
(gray color)
Zoom button
Strap eyelet
OK/Menu button
)
Flash mode button
Tripod socket
Exposure compensation
Metering
White balance
AF target mark
Memory gauge
Number of storable
still pictures
Print reservation
Number of prints
Protect
Record mode
Resolution
Exposure compensation
White balance
Date and time
File number
(still picture)
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