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DIGITAL CAMERA

X-560WP

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

    DIGITAL CAMERA X-560WP 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    “Shooting, Playback, and Erasing” (p. 14) Step Printing “Direct printing (PictBridge)” (p. 34) “Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 37) Menus for Playback, Editing, and  Printing Functions ...28 Menus for Other Camera Settings ...31  Printing ...34  Using OLYMPUS Master 2...40  Usage Tips ...43  Appendix ...47  Index ...63  LI-41C Battery Charger...

  • Page 3: Using The Menu

    Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 24 to 33) while referring to this page. Three Types of Setting Operations 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 shooting mode (p. 17). Press the  button. ● This example describes how to set the [POWER SAVE]. EXIT Shooting mode top Use abcd to select the desired menu, and press the o button.

  • Page 4: Step

    Using the FUNC Menu (p. 22) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. o button (p. 3, p. 22) Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Shutter button (p. 14) Zoom button (p. 20, p. 23) g/E button (changing information display/ menu guide) (p. 3, p. 22, p. 23) F button (exposure compensation) (p. 21) & button (macro) (p. 21) # button (flash) (p. 20) Y button (self-timer) (p. 21) K button (shooting/switching shooting modes) (p. 14) q button (playback) (p. 15) L/D button (backlight boost/erase) (p. 16, p. 22) Buttons in use Arrow pad o button...

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions Settings can be adjusted, when a shooting mode is selected. 1 A IMAGE QUALITY ... p.24 2 B CAMERA MENU WB ..p.25 ISO ... p.25 R (still pictures/movies) ... p.26 PANORAMA ... p.26 AF MODE ... p.27 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Settings can be adjusted, when the image is played back by pressing the q button. 1 G SLIDESHOW ..p.28 2 H PERFECT FIX ... p.28 3 I EDIT Q (Resize) ... p.28 P (Crop) ... p.28 3 C SWITCH SHOOTING MODES P ..p.14 G ...

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Microphone ... p. 26, 29 Self-timer lamp ..p. 21 Multi-connector ... p. 33, 34, 41 Connector cover ... p. 33, 34, 41, 51 Strap eyelet ..p. 10 Battery/card compartment cover ..p. 11, 44, 51  EN Shutter button ... p. 14, 43 n button ... p. 13, 14 Lens ... p. 47 Flash ... p. 20 Tripod socket ... —...
  • Page 7 Zoom button ..p. 20, 23 Card access lamp ... p. 49 Monitor ..p. 8, 14, 32, 44 K button (shooting/switching shooting modes) ..p. 14  button ..p. 3, 5 DISP./E button (changing information display/menu guide) ..p. 3, 22, 23 q button (playback) ... p. 15 o button (OK/FUNC) ..p. 3, 22 L/D button (backlight boost/erase) ..p. 16, 22 Arrow pad ... p. 3, 4, 12 F button (exposure compensation) ... p. 21 & button (macro) ... p. 21 Y button (self-timer) ...
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display 1600 +2.0 1/30 F3.7 Still image Shooting mode ..p. 17, 18 Flash mode ... p. 20 Silent mode ..p. 33 Macro/super macro ..p. 21 AF lock ..p. 18 Battery check ... p. 10, 44 Flash standby/ camera shake warning/ flash charge ... p. 43 AF target mark ... p. 14 Recording with sound ... p. 26  EN Number of storable still pictures/ remaining recording time .
  • Page 9 Playback mode display 1/1000 ISO 1600 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30 Still image Silent mode ..p. 33 Print reservation/ number of prints ..p. 37 Recording with sound ... p. 26, 29, 46 Protect ... p. 29 Battery check ... p. 10, 44 Aperture value ... p. 14 Exposure compensation ... p. 21 White balance ... p. 25 F3.7 +2.0 Image size ... p. 24 File number ..— Frame number/elapsed time/ total recording time ...

  • 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 battery charger included (AC cable 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. Example: AC cable type battery charger Lithium ion battery Battery charger AC cable AC outlet 10 EN Battery comes partially charged. Before use, be sure to charge the battery until the charging indicator goes off (for approx. longest 2 hours). If the charge indicator does not light or it blinks, the battery may not be inserted correctly or the battery or the charger may be broken. For details on the battery and the charger, see “Battery and charger” (p. 47). When to charge the battery Charge the battery when the error message shown below appears.
  • 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 lock knob Insert the battery by putting in the marked side first, with the the battery lock knob. Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow. To remove the battery, unlock the battery lock knob by sliding it in the direction of the arrow. Turn off the camera before opening or closing the battery/card compartment cover. When using the camera, be sure to close the battery/card compartment cover. Index area Insert the card straight until it clicks into place. Do not touch the contact area on the card. Check the seal of the battery/card compartment cover to see that there is no foreign material (dirt, dust or sand), cracks or flaws. This camera allows the user to take pictures using the internal memory even when no xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted. “Using an xD-Picture Card” (p. 48) “Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/ continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture card” (p. 49) To remove the xD-Picture Card...

  • Page 12: Using A Microsd Card

    Using a microSD card/ microSDHC card (sold separately) A microSD card/microSDHC card (hereinafter both will be referred to as “The microSD card”) is also compatible with this camera using the microSD Attachment. “Using a microSD Attachment” (p. 50) Insert the microSD card into the Attachment. Insert the microSD Attachment into the camera. To remove the microSD card Pull the microSD card straight out. Do not touch the contact area on the microSD Attachment and/or microSD card. 1 EN Arrow pad and operation guide The symbols , on various setting and movie playback screens indicate that the arrow pad is to be used.

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time The date and time set here are saved to image file 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. ---- -- -- -- -- CANCEL MENU Date and time setting screen Use ab to select the year for [Y]. 2009 -- -- -- -- CANCEL MENU Press the o button to save the...

  • Page 14: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P 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 as needed. For details on the functions that can be adjusted, see “Menus for Shooting Functions” on page 24. Press the n button to turn on the camera. P mode indicator Number of storable still pictures (p. 49) (standby mode screen) If P mode is not displayed, press the K button a few times to select it. Current shooting mode display Press the n button again to turn off the camera. Before shooting, make sure that the lens is clean. 1 EN Hold the camera, and compose the shot.

  • Page 15: 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 1/400 Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images. To return to shooting, either press the K button or press the shutter button halfway down. To shoot movies “Shooting movies (A mode)” (p. 18) Viewing images Press the q button. 2009.08.26 12:30 Playback image Use abcd to select an image.
  • Page 16 Erasing images during playback (Single image erase) Press the D button when the playback image to be erased is displayed. ERASE CANCEL MENU Press a to select [YES], and press the o button. [K] (ERASE) (p. 30) 1 EN...

  • Page 17: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes The shooting mode changes in the order of P, G, h, s, A each time the K button is pressed. By switching to other shooting mode, most settings set in other than P mode will be changed to the default settings of the respective shooting mode. Shooting with automatic settings (G mode) According to the scene, the camera automatically selects the optimal shootings mode from [PORTRAIT]/[LANDSCAPE]/ [NIGHT+PORTRAIT]/[SPORT]/[MACRO]. This is a fully automatic mode that allows the user to take pictures using the best mode for the shooting scene simply by pressing the shutter button. The settings in [B] (CAMERA MENU) are not available in G mode. Press the K button a few times to set G. G mode indicator The indicator changes to the icon for the shooting mode selected by the camera. ● Press the shutter button halfway down or press the g button to check which shooting mode the camera has automatically selected.
  • Page 18 Submenu 1 B PORTRAIT/ F LANDSCAPE/ G NIGHT SCENE M NIGHT+PORTRAIT/ C SPORT/ N INDOOR/ W CANDLE R SELF PORTAIT/ S SUNSET X FIREWORKS V CUISINE/ d DOCUMENTS/  UNDERWATER SNAPSHOT c PET When the subject is dark, noise reduction is automatically activated. This approximately doubles the shooting time, during which no other pictures can be taken. To take underwater photos Select [ UNDERWATER SNAPSHOT]. “Important information about water resistant feature” (p. 50) To lock the focus distance for an underwater shot (AF lock) When [ UNDERWATER SNAPSHOT] is selected, press b.
  • Page 19 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject, and gently press the button all the way down to start recording. Lights up red during recording Press halfway Press fully Remaining recording time (p. 49) Gently press the shutter button all the way down to stop recording. 00:34...

  • Page 20: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using the zoom Pressing the zoom button adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto (W) button (T) button Zoom bar Optical zoom: 3.0 ×, digital zoom: 4.0 ×. Use of h mode (p. 18) is recommended when shooting with the telephoto zoom. The zoom bar appearance identifies the status of the digital zoom. When using optical zoom and digital zoom Optical zoom range 0 EN Using the flash The flash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions and render the desired image. Press the # button. Use cd to select the setting option, and press the o button to set.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Brightness

    Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation) The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for G) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain the desired shot. Press the F button. EXPOSURE COMP. +0.7 Exposure compensation value Use abcd to select the desired brightness image, and press the o button. Shooting close-ups (Macro shooting) This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances. Press the & button. Use cd to select the setting option, and press the o button to set.

  • Page 22: Using The Func Menu

    Increasing the brightness of the monitor (Backlight boost) Press the L button in shooting mode. The monitor becomes brighter. If there is no operation for 10 seconds, the previous brightness resumes. Changing the shooting information display The screen information display can be changed to best fit the situation, such as creating a precise composition using the grid display. Press the g button. ● The displayed shooting information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 8) Normal 1600 1600 +2.0 No information Grid 1600  EN Using the FUNC menu The FUNC menu provides the following menu functions that can be quickly accessed and set.

  • Page 23: Using Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Index view and close-up view Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10x magnification) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom button. Single-image view Close-up view 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30 Index view 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 To select an image in index view Use abcd to select an image, and press the o button to display the selected image in single-image view. To scroll an image in close-up view Use abcd to move the viewing area.

  • Page 24: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Menus for Shooting Functions Settings can be adjusted, when a shooting mode is selected. K indicates the shooting modes 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 Still images Submenu 1 Submenu 2 10M (3648×2736) 5M (2560×1920) 3M (2048×1536) 2M (1600×1200) IMAGE SIZE 1M (1280×960) VGA (640×480) 16:9 (1920×1080) FINE COMPRESSION NORMAL Movies Submenu 1 Submenu 2 VGA (640×480) / IMAGE SIZE QVGA (320×240)
  • Page 25 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adjusting to a natural color scheme [WB] B CAMERA MENU  WB K : P h s A 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 fluorescent lighting (household lighting, etc.) For shooting under neutral fluorescent lighting (desk lamps, etc.)
  • Page 26 Creating panoramic images [PANORAMA] B CAMERA MENU  PANORAMA Panorama shooting lets you create a panoramic picture, using the OLYMPUS Master 2 software on the provided CD-ROM. The focus, exposure (p. 21), zoom position (p. 20), and [WB] (p. 25) are locked at the first frame. The flash (p. 20) is fixed at $ (FLASH OFF) mode. 1 Use abcd to select the direction that the frames are combined. 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame, and then compose the second shot. ● Compose the shot using the guide frame so that the two adjacent frames overlap. 3 Repeat Step 2 until the number of required frames are taken, and then press the o button when done. When the g mark is displayed, you cannot continue shooting any further. Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 frames. Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to make panorama images.  EN Selecting sound setting for movies [R] B CAMERA MENU  R K : P h s Submenu 2 While recording a movie with sound, only digital zoom is available. To use the optical zoom, set [R] (movies) to [OFF]. The sound recorded with the movies cannot be played back on this camera. To listen to the sound, connect to a TV or PC. K : A Application No sound is recorded.
  • Page 27 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the focusing mode [AF MODE] CAMERA MENU  AF MODE K : P h s Submenu 2 Application This is used for taking pictures of people (The camera automatically detects a face and a frame appears. Press the shutter button FACE DETECT halfway down, and when the face is in focus, the green AF target mark appears. The orange target mark indicates that the area other than the face is in focus). This enables you to compose the shot without worrying about the iESP focusing position. The camera finds the subject to focus on and automatically adjusts the focus.

  • Page 28: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Settings can be adjusted, when the image is played back by pressing the q button. Playing back automatically [G SLIDESHOW] G SLIDESHOW To start a slideshow To start the slideshow, press the o button. To stop the slideshow, press the o button or the  button. During the slideshow, recorded sound cannot be played back on this camera. To listen to the sound, connect to a TV or PC. Retouching images [H PERFECT FIX] H PERFECT FIX Edited or retouched images cannot be retouched again. Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective. The retouching process may lower the image resolution. Submenu 1 Application [LIGHTING FIX] and [REDEYE FIX] are applied together.

  • Page 29: Protecting Images

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Protecting images [0] J PLAYBACK MENU  0 Protected images cannot be erased by [ERASE] (p. 16), [SEL. IMAGE], or [ALL ERASE] (p. 30), but all images are erased by [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 31). Submenu 2 Application Images can be erased. Images are protected so that they cannot be erased except by formatting of the internal memory/card. 1 Use cd to select an image. 2 Use ab to select [ON]. 3 If necessary, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to protect other images, and press the o button. Rotating images [y] J PLAYBACK MENU  y Submenu 2 Application...
  • Page 30 Erasing images [K ERASE] K ERASE Check each picture before erasing to avoid erasing any important pictures you may want to keep. Submenu 1 Application Images are individually selected SEL. IMAGE and erased. All images in the internal memory ALL ERASE or card are erased. When erasing pictures in the internal memory, do not insert the card into the camera. When erasing pictures from the card, insert a card into the camera in advance. To individually select and erase images [SEL. IMAGE] 1 Use ab to select [SEL. IMAGE], and press the o button. 2 Use abcd to select the image to be erased, and press the o button to add a R mark to the image. SEL. IMAGE R mark BACK MENU 3 Repeat Step 2 to select the images to be...

  • Page 31: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Other Camera Settings These settings can be adjusted from the shooting mode top menu or playback mode top menu. Erasing data completely [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] 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 Application Completely erases the image data in the internal memory (including protected images). Cancels formatting. Be sure to remove the card before formatting the internal memory.

  • Page 32: Saving The Shooting Mode Setting

    Saving the shooting mode setting when the camera is turned off [SAVE SETTINGS] E SETUP  SAVE SETTINGS Submenu 2 Application The shooting mode is saved when the camera is turned off and is reactivated the next time the camera is turned on. The shooting mode is set to the P mode when the camera is turned on. When set to [NO], all shooting settings set in other than P mode, [A] (IMAGE QUALITY) and s mode return to default settings when the camera is turned off. Selecting the menu screen color and background [MENU COLOR] E SETUP  MENU COLOR Submenu 2 Application NORMAL/ Selects the menu screen color or...
  • Page 33 Make 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. Submenu 2 NTSC Connecting the camera to a TV in North America, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, and so on Connecting the camera to a TV in European countries, China, and so on The factory default settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold. To play back camera images on a TV 1 Connect the TV and camera.

  • Page 34: Printing

    Printing Direct printing (PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge- compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To find 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. The printing modes, paper sizes, and other parameters that can be set with the camera vary depending on the printer that is used. For details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. For details on the available paper types, loading paper, and installing ink cassettes, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Printing images at the printer’s standard settings [EASY PRINT] Display the image to be printed on the monitor. “Viewing images” (p. 15) Printing can also be started when the camera is turned off. After performing Step 2, use ab to select [EASY PRINT], press the o button. Use cd to select an...
  • Page 35 Changing the printer’s settings for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 34), 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 36 Use cd to select an image. Press a to [SINGLE PRINT] the current image. Press b if you wish to make detailed printer settings for the current image. To make detailed printer settings 1 Use abcd to make the detailed printer settings, and press the o button. PRINT INFO < x DATE FILE NAME EXIT MENU...
  • Page 37 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 finished, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is displayed. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX PRINT ORDER EXIT MENU To cancel printing 1 Press the o button while [TRANSFERRING] is displayed. 2 Use ab to select [CANCEL], then press the o button. TRANSFERRING PRINT CANCEL CONTINUE...
  • Page 38 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 39: 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. 38). 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 40: Using Olympus Master 2

    Using OLYMPUS Master 2 System requirements and installation of OLYMPUS Master 2 System Requirements Operating Windows 2000 Professional/XP Home System Edition/XP Professional/Vista Processor Pentium III 500MHz or faster 256MB or more Free Hard Drive 500MB or more Space Monitor Settings 1024 × 768 pixels or more M i n i m u m 6 5 , 5 3 6 c o l o r s ( M i n i m u m...

  • Page 41: Starting Olympus Master

    Windows After the computer detects the camera, a message indicating the completion of the setting appears. Confirm the message and click “OK”. The camera is recognized as a removable disk. Macintosh When iPhoto started, exit iPhoto and start OLYMPUS Master 2. While the camera is connected to the computer, shooting functions are disabled. Multi-connector Connecting the camera to a computer via a USB hub may cause unstable operation. When [MTP] is set for the submenu that appears by pressing d after selecting [PC] in Step 3, images cannot be transferred to a computer using OLYMPUS Master 2. Starting OLYMPUS Master 2 Double-click the OLYMPUS Master 2 icon Windows appears on the desktop. Macintosh appears in the OLYMPUS Master 2 folder. ● Browse window appears after starting the software. When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the first time after installation, “Default Settings” and “Registration” screens appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 42: Olympus Master

    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. For details on the operation, refer to the help guide of the software. Transferring and saving images without using OLYMPUS Master 2 This camera is compatible with the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer and save the image data on your computer while the camera and the computer are connected. System requirements Windows : Windows 2000 Professional/ XP Home Edition/ XP Professional/Vista Macintosh : Mac OS X v10.3 or later On a computer running Windows Vista, if [MTP] is set for the submenu that appears by pressing d after selecting [PC] in Step 3 of “Connecting the camera to a computer”...

  • Page 43: 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 Battery “The camera does not work even when battery is installed” ● Insert recharged battery in the correct direction. “Charging the battery” (p. 10), “Loading the battery and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold separately) into the camera” (p. 11) ● Battery performance may have been reduced temporarily due to low temperature. Take the battery out of the camera, and warm it by putting it in your pocket for a while. Card/Internal memory “An error message is displayed” “Error message” (p. 44) Shutter button “No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed”...

  • Page 44: 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 > • Insert a card. MEMORY FULL • Erase unwanted images. Card problem • Replace the card. CARD FULL • Erase unwanted images. Card problem •...

  • Page 45: 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. Pressing the shutter button halfway (p. 14) AF lock (p. 18) ● Set [AF MODE] (p. 27) to [iESP]. ● Taking a picture in [AF TRACKING] mode (p.

  • Page 46: Color Hue

    Exposure (brightness) “Taking pictures with the right brightness” ● Taking pictures using [FACE DETECT] (p. 27) Appropriate exposure is obtained for a face against the backlight, and the face is brightened. ● Taking pictures using [FILL IN] (p. 20) flash A subject against a backlight is brightened. ● Taking pictures using exposure compensation (p. 21) Adjust the brightness while viewing the screen for taking the picture. Normally, taking pictures of white subjects (such as snow) results in images that are darker than the actual subject. Use the F button to adjust in the positive direction to express whites as they appear. When taking pictures of black subjects, on the other hand, it is effective to adjust in the negative direction. Color hue “Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear”...

  • Page 47: Appendix

    • Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or chemically treated cloth. Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty. Storage • When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery 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. Battery and charger • 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. Dispose of the used battery following the instructions (p. 54). • Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are used. • During the conditions described below, power is consumed continuously and the battery becomes exhausted quickly. • The zoom is used repeatedly. • The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in shooting mode, activating the auto focus.

  • Page 48: Using Your Charger Abroad

    Index area (Notes can be filled in here) Contact area (Contact section of the card with the internal camera terminal) Do not touch the contact area directly.  EN 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. 31) to format the card. Checking the image saving location The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory or card is being used during shooting and playback. Current memory indicator : Internal memory is being used None: Card is being used Shooting mode 2009.08.26 12:30...

  • Page 49: 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. Card access lamp Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures COMPRES- IMAGE SIZE SION 3648×2736 2560×1920 2048×1536 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 1920×1080 Movies...

  • Page 50: Handling Precautions

    Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Either erase unwanted images, or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images, and then erase the images in the internal memory or card. [ERASE] (p. 16), [SEL. IMAGE] (p. 30), [ALL ERASE] (p. 30), [MEMORY FORMAT]/ [FORMAT] (p. 31) Using a microSD Attachment Do not use the attachment with Olympus digital cameras that do not support this microSD Attachment, as well as with other brands of digital cameras, computers, printers, and other devices that support xD-Picture Card. Doing so not only may damage the pictures taken, but may also result in the malfunction of the device. If the microSD card cannot be removed, do not use force. Contact authorized distributors/service centers. Cards compatible with this camera microSD card/microSDHC card For a list of tested microSD cards, please visit our website (http://www.olympus.com/). Sending images...
  • Page 51 (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. Closing Battery/card compartment cover and Connector cover...

  • Page 52: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 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. DANGER If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, serious injury or death may result. WARNING If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, injury or death may result. CAUTION If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of valuable data may result. WARNING! TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER DISASSEMBLE, EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT.

  • Page 53: Battery Handling Precautions

    • Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. It could easily catch on stray objects and cause serious damage. Battery Handling Precautions Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns. DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger. Do not use any other chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. • Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc. • Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.

  • Page 54: Lcd Monitor

    • Do not push or pull severely on the lens. • Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the batteries. Select a cool, dry location for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by turning it on and pressing the shutter button to make sure that it is operating normally. • Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera’s manual.  EN Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified 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. • Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period. • When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low temperatures may be restored after it is warmed at room temperature. • The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditions or battery. • Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase extra batteries. A...

  • Page 55: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Disclaimer of Warranty • Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of business information) arising from the use or inability to use these written materials or software or equipment. Some countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. • Olympus reserves all rights to this manual. Warning Unauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe upon the rights of copyright owners. Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of these written materials or this software may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording or the use of any type of information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein.
  • Page 56 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world A Type B Type (American 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. - For only the United States Use a UL Listed, 1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft), Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, AWG no. 18 power supply cord, rated for 125 V 7 A, with a non-polarized NEMA 1-15P plug rated for 125 V 15 A”. Europe Countries/Regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Austria Belgium Czech Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Luxemburg Netherlands Norway Poland...
  • Page 57 18034-0610, U.S.A. Telephone Number : 484-896-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations. OLYMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED WARRANTY - IMAGING PRODUCTS Olympus warrants that the enclosed Olympus® imaging product(s) and related Olympus® accessories (individually a “Product” and collectively the “Products”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If any Product proves to be defective within the one-year warranty period, the customer must return the defective Product to any of Olympus Service Centers, following the procedure set forth below (See “WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED”). Olympus, at its sole discretion, will repair,...
  • Page 58 WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY Excluded from this limited warranty and not warranted by Olympus in any fashion, either express, implied, or by statute, are: (a) products and accessories not manufactured by Olympus and/or not bearing the “OLYMPUS” brand label (the warranty coverage for products and accessories of other manufacturers, which may be distributed by Olympus, is the responsibility of the manufacturers of such products and accessories in accordance with the terms and duration of such manufacturers’ warranties); (b) any Product which has been disassembled, repaired, tampered with, altered, changed, or modified by persons other than Olympus’s own authorized service personnel unless repair by others is made with the written consent of Olympus; (c) d efects or damage to the Products resulting from wear, tear, misuse, abuse, negligence, sand, liquids, impact, improper storage, nonperformance of scheduled operator and maintenance items, battery leakage, use of non- “OLYMPUS” brand accessories, consumables, or supplies, or use of the Products in combination with non-compatible devices; (d) software programs;...

  • Page 59: For Customers In Europe

    WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED The customer must transfer any image or other data saved on a Product to another image or data storage medium and/or remove any film from the Product prior to sending the Product to Olympus for service. IN NO EVENT SHALL OLYMPUS BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SAVING, KEEPING OR MAINTAINING ANY IMAGE OR DATA SAVED ON A PRODUCT RECEIVED BY IT FOR SERVICE, OR ON ANY FILM CONTAINED WITHIN A PRODUCT RECEIVED BY IT FOR SERVICE, NOR SHALL OLYMPUS BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES IN THE EVENT ANY IMAGE OR DATA IS LOST OR IMPAIRED WHILE SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR LOSS OF USE), WHETHER OR NOT OLYMPUS SHALL BE OR SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF 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. When returning Products for service, your package should include the following: 1 Sales receipt showing date and place of purchase.
  • Page 60 Any defect that occurs due to exhausted batteries, etc. Any defect that occurs due to sand, mud, etc. entering the inside of the product casing. When this Warranty Certificate is not returned with the product. When any alterations whatsoever are made to the Warranty Certificate regarding the year, month and date of purchase, the customer’s name, the dealer’s name, and the serial number. When proof of purchase is not presented with this Warranty Certificate. 4 This Warranty applies to the product only; the Warranty does not apply to any other accessory equipment, such as the case, strap, lens cap and batteries. 5 Olympus’s sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing the product. Any liability for indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the customer due to a defect of the product, and in particular any loss or damage caused to any lenses, films, other equipment or accessories used with the product or for any loss resulting from a delay in repair or loss of data, is excluded. Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected by this. 0 EN Notes regarding warranty maintenance 1 This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof. Therefore, please make sure...

  • Page 61: Specifications

    Weight : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) : Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)) : Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge : AVI Motion JPEG : Internal memory xD-Picture Card (16 MB to 2 GB) (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) microSD card/microSDHC card (with the supplied microSD Attachment) : 10,000,000 pixels : 1/2.5” CCD (primary color filter), 10,300,000 pixels (gross) : Olympus lens 6.3 to 18.9 mm, f3.7 to 4.2 (equivalent to 35 to 105 mm on a 35mm camera) : Digital ESP metering system : 4 to 1/1000 sec. : 0.6 m (2.0 ft.) to ) (W), 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) to ) (T) (normal) 0.2 m (0.7 ft.) to ) (W), 0.6 m (2.0 ft.) to ) (T) (macro mode) 0.08 m (3.1 in.) to ) (W only) (super macro mode) : 2.4” TFT color LCD display, 112,320 dots : Multi-connector (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 specified water pressure.
  • Page 62 Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Standard voltage : DC 3.7 V Standard capacity : 740 mAh Battery life : Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage) Operating environment Temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (charging)/ -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) (operation)/ -20°C to 35°C (-4°F to 95°F) (storage) Dimensions : 31.5 mm (W) × 39.5 mm (H) × 6.0 mm (D) (1.2 × 1.5 × 0.2 in.) Weight : Approx. 15 g (0.5 oz) Battery charger (LI-41C) Model No. : LI-41CAA/LI-41CAB/LI-41CBA/LI-41CBB Power requirements : AC 100 to 240 V (50 to 60 Hz) Output...

  • Page 63: Index

    Index AF lock ..18 AF MODE ... 27 AF TRACKING ..27 ALL (PERFECT FIX) ..28 ALL INDEX ... 35 ALL PRINT ..35 All-image print reservation U ... 38 AUTO (ISO) ... 25 AUTO (WB) ..25 AV cable ..2, 33 Backlight boost ... 22 BACKUP ... 31 Battery ... 11, 43, 46, 47 Battery charger ... 2, 47 BEEP ...
  • Page 64 Monitor brightness adjustment s ..32 MULTI PRINT ... 35 NO (X) ... 38 NORMAL ... 24 NORMAL (MENU COLOR) ..32 NTSC ... 33 Number of prints <x ... 36 OLYMPUS Master 2 ... 2, 40 Optical zoom ..20 PAL ... 33 PANORAMA ..26 PC ..41 PERFECT FIX H ..28 PictBridge ... 34 Picture rotation y .
  • Page 65 White balance WB ... 25 xD-Picture Card ... 11, 48 Zoom... 20...
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