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DIGITAL CAMERA

STYLUS TOUGH-6000 /

TOUGH-6000

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

    STYLUS TOUGH-6000 / TOUGH-6000 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: Table Of Contents

    Using Playback Features ...25 Menus for Shooting Functions ...27 2 EN Strap LI-50B Lithium Ion Battery AV cable OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM Step Shooting and Playing Back Images “Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing” (p. 15) Step Printing “Direct printing (PictBridge)” (p. 48) “Print Reservations (DPOF)”...
  • Page 3 Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 27 to 47) while referring to this page. Four Types of Setting Operations Using the Menu Using the Menu Various camera settings can be accessed through the menus, including functions used during shooting and playback and the date/time and screen display. There may be unavailable menus depending on the other related settings or the selected (p.

  • Page 4: Step

    Using the FUNC Menu (p. 23) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 23) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. button (p. 3, p. 23) Operating the camera by tapping the Operating the camera by tapping the body body (p.

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode position (A K s b n), settings can be adjusted. 1 A IMAGE QUALITY ... p.27 2 B CAMERA MENU WB ... p.28 ISO ... p.28 DRIVE...

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Microphone ... p.30, 38 Multi-connector ... p.45, 48, 54 Connector cover ... p.45, 48, 54, 66 Strap eyelet ... p.10 Speaker ... — Battery/card compartment cover ... p.11, 57, 66 6 EN Lens ... p.61 Self-timer lamp/LED illuminator ...
  • Page 7 n button ... p.13 Zoom button ... p.20, 25 Monitor ... p.8, 15, 44, 56 Card access lamp ... p.63 m button ... p.3, 5 DISP./E/Y button (information display change/ menu guide/date and time check/ LED illuminator) ... p.3, 13, 22 Shutter button ...
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display 1600 1600 +2.0 +2.0 1/30 1/30 F3.5 F3.5 Still image Shooting mode ... p.18, 19 Flash mode ... p.20 Silent mode ... p.47 Image stabilization (still images)/ Digital image stabilization (movies) ... p.30 Macro/super macro/ S-macro LED mode ... p.21 Shadow Adjustment Technology ...
  • Page 9 Playback mode display 10 10 1/1000 1/1000 ISO 1600 ISO 1600 100-0004 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 Still image Silent mode ... p.47 Print reservation/ number of prints ... p.51/p.50 Sound record ... p.19, 30, 38, 60 Protect ... p.37 Tap control ...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. Charging the battery The included battery charger (AC cable type or plug-in type) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. If you received a plug-in type battery charger, plug it directly into an AC outlet.
  • Page 11 Loading the battery and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold separately) into the camera Do not insert anything other than an xD-Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera. Battery/card compartment cover Battery/card compartment cover Battery lock knob Battery lock knob The battery has front side and back side.

  • Page 12: Using A Microsd Card

    Using a microSD card/ microSDHC card (sold separately) microSD card/microSDHC card (hereinafter referred to as “the microSD card”) is also compatible with this camera by using the microSD Attachment. “Using a microSD Attachment” (p. 64) Insert the microSD card into the Attachment.

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time 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 Use AB to select [W] and press the o button. ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO BACK MENU Use ABCD to select your language and press the o button. Press the m button. 14 EN...

  • Page 15: Shooting, Viewing, And Erasing

    Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (K mode) In this mode, automatic camera shooting can be used while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, and so on when needed.

  • Page 16: Viewing Images

    To take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. Press fully Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images. To return to shooting, either press the q button again or press the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 17 To play back movies Select a movie, and press the o button. MOVIE PLAY Movie Operations during movie playback Volume: During playback, press AB. Fast-forward/rewind: Select with CD. Each time a button is pressed, the playback speed cycles through 2x, 20x, and standard (1x) speed in the direction of the pressed button.

  • Page 18: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes This section describes the available shooting modes. Depending on the mode, some settings can be changed. For details on the functions that can be adjusted, see “Menus for Shooting Functions” on page 27. Using the best mode for the shooting scene (s mode) Set the mode dial to s.
  • Page 19 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. ● The unedited image and edited image are both saved. ● If the image cannot be retouched, only the unedited image is saved.

  • Page 20: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions In addition to the wide variety of shooting modes, the camera has functions that broaden the expressive range and shooting options available to the photographer. Using the optical zoom Pressing the zoom button adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide (W) Pressing the telephoto button...

  • Page 21: Shooting Closeups

    Use CD to select the setting option, and press the o button to set. Item Description The fl ash fi res automatically in FLASH AUTO low-light or backlight conditions. This emits pre-fl ashes to reduce REDEYE the occurrence of red eye in your photos.

  • Page 22: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a time delay. Press the Y button. Use AB to select the setting option, and press the o button to set. Item Description This cancels the self-timer.

  • Page 23: Using The Func Menu

    Changing the shooting information display The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, such as for the need of clear view of the screen or for making a precise composition by using the grid display.

  • Page 24: Shooting Functions

    Quickly calling and using shooting functions The following menu functions can be quickly called and used. • [PANORAMA] (p. 32) • [SHADOW ADJ] (p. 30) • [TAP CONTROL] (p. 46) • [MULTI WINDOW] (p. 24) Press the o/D button. Use CD to select the menu function, and press the o button to set.

  • Page 25: Using Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Index view, calendar view, and close-up view Index view and calendar view enable quick selection of a target image. Close-up view (up to 10x magnifi cation) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom button. Single-image view Close-up view 100-0004 100-0004...
  • Page 26 Playing back panorama images Panorama images that were combined together using [COMBINE IN CAMERA 1] or [COMBINE IN CAMERA 2] can be scrolled for viewing. “Creating panoramic images [N PANORAMA]” (p. 32) Select a panorama image during playback. “Viewing images” (p. 16) 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 Press the o button.

  • Page 27: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode position (A K s b A), settings can be adjusted. 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 [A IMAGE QUALITY] A IMAGE QUALITY...
  • Page 28 Adjusting to a natural color scheme [WB] B CAMERA MENU Submenu 2 Application The camera automatically adjusts AUTO the white balance according to the shooting scene. For shooting outdoors under a clear sky For shooting outdoors under a cloudy sky For shooting under tungsten lighting For shooting under daylight...
  • Page 29 Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Shooting at higher magnifi cations than optical zoom without reducing the image quality [FINE ZOOM] B CAMERA MENU FINE ZOOM : K s b Submenu 2 Application Only optical zoom is used to zoom in for shooting.
  • Page 30 Recording sound when shooting still images [ R ] B CAMERA MENU Submenu 2 Application No sound is recorded. The camera automatically starts recording for approx. 4 seconds after taking the picture. This is useful for recording notes or comments about the picture. When recording, aim the microphone (p.

  • Page 31: Scene Mode

    Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting a scene mode according to the shooting situation [O SCENE MODE] O SCENE MODE In s mode, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specifi c shooting scenes.
  • Page 32 The frames that were taken are combined into a panorama image using the OLYMPUS Master 2 software from the provided CD- COMBINE IN PC ROM. Pictures are taken in the last [ISO] or [O SCENE MODE] settings (except for some scene modes).

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures With

    fi nished. When the g mark is displayed, you cannot continue shooting any further. Panorama MENU shooting is possible for up to 10 frames. Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to make panorama images. SAVE...
  • Page 34 Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [D RESET] D RESET : A K s b A Submenu 1 Application Restores the following menu functions to the default settings. • Flash (p. 20) • Exposure compensation (p. 21) • Macro (p.

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

    Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in When the mode dial is set to the q position, settings can be adjusted. Playing back automatically [G SLIDESHOW] G SLIDESHOW Submenu 1...
  • Page 36 When [CLEAR SKIN] is selected Use AB to select the retouching level, and press the o button. CLEAR SKIN BACK MENU Changing the image size [Q] I EDIT Submenu 2 Application This saves a high-resolution image C 640 × 480 as a separate image with a smaller size for use in e-mail attachments E 320 ×...

  • Page 37: Protecting Images

    Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adding a calendar to an image [CALENDAR] I EDIT CALENDAR CALENDAR 1 Use CD to select an image, and then press the o button. 2 Use CD to select a calendar, and use AB to select the image orientation, and press the o button.
  • Page 38 Rotating images [y] J PLAYBACK MENU Submenu 2 Application The image is rotated 90° U +90° clockwise. V 0° The image is not rotated. The image is rotated 90° t –90° counter-clockwise. 1 Use CD to select an image. 2 Use AB to select the rotation direction. 3 If necessary, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to adjust settings for other images, and press the o button.
  • Page 39 Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Saving print settings to the image data [L PRINT ORDER] L PRINT ORDER “Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 51) Print reservation can only be set for still images that are recorded to the card.

  • Page 40: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    E SETUP MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card. Non-Olympus cards and cards that have been formatted by a computer must be formatted with this camera before use. Submenu 2...
  • Page 41 Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Setting the startup display screen and sound when the camera is turned on [PW ON SETUP] E SETUP PW ON SETUP Submenu 2 Submenu 3 SCREEN OFF (No sound)/ VOLUME *2 *3...
  • Page 42 Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] E SETUP SOUND SETTINGS Submenu 2 Submenu 3 SOUND TYPE BEEP VOLUME SOUND TYPE SHUTTER SOUND VOLUME OFF (No sound)/ LOW/HIGH OFF (No sound)/ q VOLUME LOW/HIGH To turn off all sounds at once, adjust the setting from [F SILENT MODE] (p. 47). Viewing the image immediately after shooting [REC VIEW] E SETUP REC VIEW...

  • Page 43: Pixel Mapping

    Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Resetting the fi le name numbers of pictures [FILE NAME] E SETUP FILE NAME Folder name Folder name DCIM 100OLYMP 999OLYMP Automatic numbering Month: 1 to C (A=October, B=November, Pmdd...

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Adjusting the brightness of the monitor E SETUP To adjust the monitor brightness 1 Use AB to adjust the brightness while viewing the screen, and then press the o button. BACK MENU Setting the date and time [X] E SETUP “Setting the date and time”...
  • Page 45 Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the video signal system to match your TV [VIDEO OUT] E SETUP VIDEO OUT The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and regions. Before viewing camera images on your TV, select the video output according to your TV’s video signal type.
  • Page 46 Saving battery power between shots [POWER SAVE] E SETUP POWER SAVE Submenu 2 Application Cancels [POWER SAVE]. When the camera is not being used for approx. 10 seconds, the monitor automatically turns off to save battery power. To resume standby mode Press any button or turn the mode dial.
  • Page 47 Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Operating during shooting mode (Example: Flash mode) 1 Tap the right side of the camera body once. ● The fl ash mode selection screen is displayed. 2 Tap the right or left side of the camera body to select a function.

  • Page 48: 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 49 Changing the printer’s settings for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 48), then press the o button. EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT Use AB to select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press the o button. Use AB to select the print mode, and press the o button.
  • Page 50 Use CD to select an image. Press A to make a [SINGLEPRINT] reservation for the current image. Press B if you wish to adjust detailed printer settings for the current image. To adjust detailed printer settings 1 Use ABCD to adjust the detailed printer settings, and press the o button.
  • Page 51 Use AB to select [PRINT], and press the o button. ● Printing starts. ● When [OPTION SET] is selected in [ALL PRINT] mode, [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed. ● When printing is fi nished, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is displayed. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT...
  • Page 52 Use AB to select [<], and press the o button. Use CD to select the image for print reservation. Use AB to select the quantity. Press the o button. BACK MENU Use AB to select the [X] (date print) screen option, and press the o button.

  • Page 53: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Resetting the print reservation data for selected images Follow Steps 1 and 2 of “Resetting all print reservation data” (p. 52). Use AB to select [<], and press the o button. Use AB to select [KEEP] and press the o button. Use CD to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel.

  • Page 54: Using Olympus Master 2

    OLYMPUS Master 2 folder. ● Browse window appears after starting the software. When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the fi rst time after installation, “Default Settings” and “Registration” screens appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 55: System Requirements

    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.

  • Page 56: 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 battery is installed”...

  • Page 57: 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 Use a computer to cancel the WRITE read-only setting. PROTECT Internal memory problem >...

  • Page 58: 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 59: Camera Shake

    Camera shake “Taking pictures (or movies) without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [IMAGE STABILIZER] (p. 30) When a picture is taken of a shadowy subject, the shifts to correct for camera shake even if the ISO speed is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnifi...
  • Page 60 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. ●...

  • Page 61: Appendix

    Battery and charger • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B). 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 62: Using An Ac Adapter

    Cards compatible with this camera xD-Picture Card (16MB to 2GB) (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) Using a new card Before using a non-Olympus card or a card that was used for another purpose in a computer or other device, use [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 40) to format the card.

  • Page 63: Still Pictures

    Readout/recording process of the card Never open the battery/card compartment cover or unplug the USB cable 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.

  • Page 64: Using A Microsd Attachment

    For additional information on our warranty, please visit to the Olympus website for your local area. Please observe the following care instructions for your camera.
  • Page 65 In order to preserve the water resistant feature, as with any underwater housing, it is recommended that the waterproof packing (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.

  • Page 66: General 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 67: Handling The Camera

    Handling the Camera WARNING • Do not use the camera near fl ammable or explosive gases. • Do not use the fl ash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. • You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects.

  • Page 68: Battery Handling Precautions

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

  • Page 69: Lcd Monitor

    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 70: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.
  • Page 71 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 72 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 and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
  • Page 73 (f) Products which do not contain a validly placed and recorded Olympus serial number, unless they are a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, OLYMPUS MAKES...
  • Page 74 SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR IMPAIRMENT. Package the Product carefully using ample padding material to prevent damage in transit and either deliver it to the Authorized Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it postage prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service Centers.

  • Page 75: Specifications

    : Multi-connector (DC-IN jack USB connector, A/V OUT jack) : 2000 up to 2099 : Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 (under OLYMPUS test conditions), available in 3 m (9.8 feet) deep water : Camera can normally be used under water at a specifi ed water pressure.
  • Page 76 : Approx. 70 g (2.5 oz) 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).
  • Page 77 microSD attachment Product type Operating Environment Temperature Humidity Dimensions Weight Design and specifi cations subject to change without notice. : Attachment for microSD card : -10°C to 40°C (14 to 104°F) (operation) / -20°C to 65°C (-4 to 149°F) (storage) : 95% and below (operation) / 85% and below (storage) : 25.0 mm (W) x 20.3 mm (H) x 1.7 mm (D) (1.0 ×...

  • Page 78: Index

    Index AC adapter... 62 AF lock ... 18 AF MODE ... 29 ALL (PERFECT FIX) ... 35 ALL (SLIDESHOW) ... 35 ALL INDEX ... 49 ALL PRINT ... 49 All-image print reservation U ... 52 AUTO (FILE NAME) ... 43 AUTO (ISO) ...
  • Page 79 NORMAL ... 27 NORMAL (MENU COLOR) ... 41 NORMAL (SLIDESHOW) ... 35 NTSC ... 45 Number of prints (<x) ... 50 OLYMPUS Master 2 ... 2, 54 Optical zoom ... 20 PAL ... 45 PANORAMA N ... 32 Panorama playback ... 26 PC ...
  • Page 80 Saturation (Hard) ... 36 Saturation (Soft)... 36 s (SCENE MODE) O ... 18, 31 SCREEN ... 41 SELFTIMER Y ... 22 Sepia... 36 Sequential shooting j ... 28 SETUP E ... 40 SHADOW ADJ ... 24, 30 Shooting mode... 15 Shooting movies n ...
  • Page 81 MEMO...
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  • Page 86 Printed in China VN031501...

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