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16. Damage Requiring Service — If using the optional AC adapter, unplug

1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be

* Press the Menu button to set the following items when the Mode dial is

You can get as close as 8" to your subject. An approx. 2.4" x 3" subject

In addition to automatic exposure, you can also adjust it manually by +/–

You can set the aperture and shutter speed manually in the Manual

You can set the shutter speed manually for the Shutter priority mode. Set

You can take a picture of a subject with a different exposure than that set

If your main subject is not within the autofocus marks, follow the

Attach the strap to the strap hook on the camera.

With Manual focus, you can select a pre-adjusted focal length. It is

read before the product is operated.

this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

mode. It is especially useful for taking portrait pictures with blurred

with focus lock.

especially useful when quick shooting is required.

can be photographed almost fully within the frame.

2 (approx. 1/3 steps). Adjust + to increase the exposure, and – to

it to a fast speed to capture a moving object. Set it to a slow speed to

procedure below to obtain focus. This is called focus lock.

set to A/S/M or P. (p. 44)

• Keep the batteries away from children.

personnel under the following conditions:

2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be

decrease the exposure. Confirm the settings by turning on the LCD

express motion.

backgrounds or expressing motion.

• If a battery is swallowed, see a doctor immediately.

Monitor display

For the battery, use 2 CR-V3 lithium battery packs or 4 AA NiMH

1. DO NOT ALLOW BATTERIES TO COME IN CONTACT WITH WATER

a) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

retained for future reference.

monitor.

• Dispose of used lithium batteries promptly, in a safe manner that

batteries, NiCd batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries.

‡

OR SEA WATER.

DRIVE

3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating

b) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

complies with all applicable laws.

1. NEVER TRY TO USE THE FLASH WHEN TAKING PICTURES OF

n Performance will be limited with alkaline batteries, especially in low

2. BATTERY FLUID MAY LEAK, GENERATING HEAT AND POSSIBLY

instructions should be adhered to.

Viewfinder

• The lithium battery may present the risk of fire or chemical burn if

c) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

PEOPLE (ESPECIALLY INFANTS) AT CLOSE RANGE. THE CAMERA'S

temperatures. NiMH batteries are recommended.

CAUSING A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

mishandled.

4. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be

FLASH MAY DAMAGE THE SUBJECT'S EYES AT CLOSE RANGE. DO

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the

n AA manganese batteries cannot be used.

• DO NOT USE NON-RECOMMENDED BATTERIES.

• Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or dispose of in

NOT TAKE PICTURES OF CHILDREN FROM A DISTANCE OF LESS

followed.

operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls

• DO NOT THROW BATTERIES INTO A FIRE, OR EXPOSE TO HEAT.

n Use the batteries correctly. Incorrect use can cause fluid leakage, heat

a fire.

may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a

THAN THREE FEET.

5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT WITH BATTERIES INSIDE.

generation, or other damage. When replacing batteries, be sure to

• Before use, wipe the battery clean with a dry soft cloth to assure good

2. DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA DIRECTLY AT THE SUN OR OTHER

qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for

ISO

• DO NOT USE OLD AND NEW OR CHARGED AND UNCHARGED

load them correctly.

contact.

EXTREMELY BRIGHT OBJECTS. THIS MAY DAMAGE YOUR EYES.

d) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

cleaning.

BATTERIES, OR BATTERIES OF DIFFERENT CAPACITIES/KINDS/

• Never use metallic tweezers to hold the battery, and never short circuit

3. DO NOT USE THIS CAMERA IN THE VICINITY OF FLAMMABLE OR

n The batteries may be temporarily disabled when exposed to cold

6. Attachments — Attachments not recommended by the product

e) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this

BRANDS MIXED TOGETHER.

the (+) and (–) sides of the battery.

EXPLOSIVE GAS.

temperatures. Try to keep the camera and batteries warm when using

manufacturer may be hazardous and/or cause damage to the product.

indicates a need for service.

• DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE AND LITHIUM BATTERIES.

the camera in a cold environment. Batteries that are weak in cold

4. DO NOT LEAVE THIS CAMERA WITHIN THE REACH OF INFANTS OR

Do not use these attachments.

17. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the

• DO NOT LOAD THE BATTERIES IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION TO

Windows

is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Autofocus mark

CHILDREN.

temperatures will be restored under normal temperatures.

7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water — for

service technician has used replacement parts specified by the

THAT SHOWN IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

SLOW

™

Macintosh

is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

• THE CHILD MIGHT PUT THE STRAP AROUND HIS OR HER NECK.

n Sweat, oil, etc. can prevent a battery's terminals from making

example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet

manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part.

• DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF THEIR BODY IS NOT COVERED BY

All other brand names and product names are registered.

THIS COULD CAUSE STRANGULATION OR CHOKING.

electrical contact. To avoid this, wipe both terminals before loading the

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other

basement, near a swimming pool or rain.

THE INSULATING SHEET OR IF THE SHEET IS TORN AS IT MAY

The standards for camera file systems are the "Design Rule for Camera File

• THE CHILD MIGHT SWALLOW BATTERIES OR SMALL

battery.

FLASH

hazards.

CAUSE FLUID LEAK, FIRE OR INJURY. DO NOT USE THESE

8. Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable stand, tripod,

System/DCF" standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics Industry

ATTACHMENTS. IF THIS HAPPENS, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN

n Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long trip. New

BATTERIES EVEN IF THEY ARE SOLD IN STORES.

18. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this

bracket, table, or cart. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a

Development Association (JEIDA).

Shutter speed

IMMEDIATELY.

batteries may be difficult or impossible to obtain abroad.

P F2.8 1/800

3. IF NiMH BATTERIES ARE NOT CHARGED WITHIN THE SPECIFIED

child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a tripod,

product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine

DIGITAL

• THE CHILD MIGHT ACTIVATE THE FLASH FROM TOO CLOSE AND

Exposure compensation

ZOOM

Aperture

n When using NiMH batteries or NiCd batteries, make sure to charge

TIME, STOP CHARGING.

that the product is in proper operating condition.

stand, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the

CAUSE DAMAGE TO HIS OR HER EYES.

Control panel

Legal and other notices

them fully with the correct battery charger.

4. DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF A FLUID LEAK, CHANGE OF

manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory

19. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as

• THE CHILD MAY BE INJURED.

P F2.8 1/800

• All contents of this publication are subject to change without notice.

COLOR/SHAPE OR OTHER ABNORMALITY IS FOUND.

n Read instructions carefully before handling NiMH batteries or NiCd

recommended by the manufacturer.

FUNCTION

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)

M F2.8 1/800 –3.0

5. DO NOT STORE THE CAMERA IN HUMID OR DUSTY PLACES. THIS

• Although the contents of this publication have been carefully checked to

5. STORE AND USE BATTERIES OUT OF CHILDREN'S REACH. IF A

batteries.

9. Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the type of

that produce heat.

MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.

F 2. 8

F 2 . 8

avoid errors, some may still occur. If you are in doubt about any points or

CHILD SWALLOWS BATTERIES, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN

n NEVER use any battery whose body is not covered by the insulating

power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of

6. DO NOT COVER THE FLASH WITH YOUR HAND DURING

find mistakes or omissions, please contact us.

IMMEDIATELY.

power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power

sheet, as it may cause a fire or injury.

OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH THE FLASH AFTER FIRING IT

• No part of this publication may be reproduced or reprinted except for

6. IF BATTERY FLUID GETS ON SKIN OR CLOTHES, SOAK IT WITH

company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other

CONTINUOUSLY. YOU MAY GET BURNED.

n Recommended Temperature when Using NiMH Batteries

personal use without the prior permission of Olympus.

CLEAN WATER AS IT MAY BURN THE SKIN.

sources, refer to the operating instructions.

7. IF YOU DROP THE CAMERA IN WATER OR GET WATER INSIDE IT,

Operation: 32 ~ 104°F, Charge: 32 ~ 104°F, Storage: –4 ~ 86°F

• Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages,

7. DO NOT MODIFY THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT ON THE CAMERA

Control panel

UNLOAD THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT YOUR

(Usage outside this temperature range may limit battery performance or

or benefit expected by using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third

OR INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS IN IT.

NEAREST OLYMPUS SERVICE CENTER. LEAVING BATTERIES IN A

shorten battery life. Unload batteries from the camera when not in use.)

person, which are caused by the inappropriate use of this unit.

CARD

WET CAMERA MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.

SETUP

• Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages

Note:

or any benefit expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by

Important

• The differential (ranging from –3.0 to +3.0) between the exposure

• Not available in the Manual mode.

MODE

erasing the picture data.

• "Note" indicates information you should be aware of.

SETUP

determined by the currently selected aperture and shutter speed

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the

• Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

Note:

• Actual product may differ slightly from that shown in illustrations.

compared to the exposure level considered optimal by the camera

power is turned off. (p. 194)

• When using the flash in the Macro mode, the flash may not have the

appears in the upper right-hand corner of the LCD monitor.

• Although the brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed with the

proper effect. Confirm the result using the LCD monitor.

Note:

• If the exposure compensation value is lower than –3.0 or higher than

Caution:

exposure compensation, it may not appear to change when the subject is

• Using the LCD monitor as a viewfinder makes it easy to take close-up

• If the Shutter release button is released after being pressed halfway, the

+3.0, the indication will turn red.

mostly dark. In such a case, display the recorded picture on the LCD

• Attach the strap correctly as shown so that the camera does not fall

Note:

pictures.

exposure setting will be canceled even if it was stored in memory.

• Manual settings are valid only when the Manual mode is selected.

monitor to check its brightness.

off. If the strap is attached incorrectly and the camera comes loose

• If the Green lamp blinks, the focus or exposure is not locked. Check the

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the

• If the distance to the subject changes after focus lock is set, the resulting

• The exposure compensation may not work properly when shooting with

and falls off, Olympus is not responsible for any damage.

working distance. (p. 56)

power is turned off. (p. 194)

A/S/M

picture will be out of focus.

MODE

the flash.

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Using the Sequence mode (p. 74),

Selftimer/Remote control (p. 76) or Auto bracket (p. 80).

A/S/M

Selecting the white balance. (p. 82)

Selecting the ISO sensitivity. (p. 84)

Correcting the amount of light from the flash.

(p. 86)

Taking photographs of night views. (p. 88)

Selecting the extension flash or main flash + extension

flash. (p. 92)

Exposure

differential

+ 2.0

Using the Digital zoom mode. (p. 96)

(see the first

∞

note below)

Shutter speed

+ 2.0

16ft

Using picture effects. (p. 98)

10ft

1/800 + 2.0

Green lamp

6.5ft

Recording sound in the still picture recording mode.

2.6ft

(p. 99)

AF MF

Taking panorama pictures. (p. 101)

Formatting the card. (p. 103)

Making adjustments. [All reset (p. 194), Sharpness (p. 199),

TIFF settings (p. 200), SQ settings (p. 202), Beep sound (p. 204),

Full-time AF (p. 205), Rec view (p. 207), File number (p. 212),

Brightness (p. 215), Date set (p. 34), Meters/feet (p. 217)]

Selecting the recording mode (SQ/HQ/SHQ). (p. 105)

Setting Aperture priority, Shutter priority or Manual

mode for the Mode dial A/S/M. (p. 107)

Use

Thread the strap through the

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

strap hook as shown in the

Position your subject within

Set the Mode dial to P or

Set the Mode dial to A/S/M.

illustration, then pull on it to

the autofocus marks, and

A/S/M.

make sure it is attached

• The LCD monitor turns on

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

press the Shutter release

• For A/S/M, the Shutter priority

Press the Spot/Macro button

securely.

automatically, and the aperture

automatically, and the shutter

button halfway.

Position your subject within

Press the OK button to

mode or Aperture priority

several

and shutter speed settings are

speed

times

setting

• The Green lamp next to the

the autofocus mark, and press

mode must be selected. (p.

display the focus mode

appears on the control panel.

displayed.

viewfinder lights.

the Shutter release button

107)

selection screen on the LCD

• To cancel the Macro mode,

halfway.

monitor.

press the Spot/Macro button

When P is selected, press the

several

times

Select the Shutter priority

Select the Manual mode from

While keeping the Shutter

LCD monitor ON/OFF button

disappears.

mode from the Menu. (p. 107)

the Menu. (p. 107)

release

button

to turn on the LCD monitor.

halfway,

recompose

• With A/S/M, the LCD monitor

Press the right arrow on the

will turn on automatically.

picture and press the OK

Jog dial to select MF.

Recompose the picture while

• The exposure setting will be

Take a picture.

button.

Press the right/left arrows on

Press the top/bottom arrows

•

and the distance indicator

keeping the Shutter release

displayed.

• The exposure is metered and

on the Jog dial to select the

the Jog dial to select the

appear on the control panel.

button pressed halfway.

stored in memory.

shutter speed.

aperture. Press the top/bottom

• To cancel, press the left arrow

Press the right arrow on the

• If the OK button is pressed

arrows to select the shutter

on the Jog dial to select AF.

Jog dial for + adjustment and

again, the new exposure is

speed.

When

Press the Shutter release

the left arrow for – adjustment.

Shooting Range: Approx. 8" ~ 31"

stored in memory.

• The shutter speed can be

control panel, press the OK

• When set to a value other than

button fully to take the

selected from 16 to 1/800

button.

is displayed on the

picture.

Press the Shutter release

seconds.

control panel.

button fully.

• When the Shutter release

button is released, the focus

While looking at the LCD

lock in step 2 and the

monitor, press the top/bottom

exposure stored in memory

arrows on the Jog dial to

will both be canceled.

select the distance.

• The display will be enlarged to

make focusing easy.

until

will

until

pressed

the

disappears on the

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