Olympus CAMEDIA C-5000 Zoom Quick Start Manual

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QuickStart Guide

C-5000Zoom
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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 Digital camera.
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 Digital camera...
a.
Charging the battery
The battery is not fully charged when purchased. Before use, be
sure to charge the battery with the specified provided charger (LI-
10C).
Make sure that the + and - terminals of the battery shown in the
illustration on the right are correctly oriented when loading the
battery into the charger.
b.
Inserting the battery xD-Picture card
1) Make sure the camera is turned off.

TURNING ON THE CAMERA

The camera Mode dial is used to select the various operation modes.
a.
Turning the camera ON
(SHOOTING MODE)
• Remove the lens cap.
• Set the mode dial to h. Turn the power switch to the ON position. The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
• To turn the camera off, turn the power switch to the OFF position.
TIP
:To maximize battery life, the Digital camera 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 before 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.
• Set the mode dial to P and turn the power switch to the ON position.
• Press e. The top menu is displayed.
• Press d on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU.
• Press ac to select the SETUP tab, then press d.
• Press ac to select X, then press d.
• Use ac to select the date format.
• Adjust the date and time in the appropriate fields by using d to select the field, and ac to set the proper value.
Repeat this step until all date/time fields have been set.
Note: Time is entered using the 24-hour format.
e
• Press twice to set the date and time and exit the menu.
c.
Camera Diagram and Controls
Now take a moment to familiarize yourself with the key areas of camera controls by reviewing the illustrations.
Strap eyelet Zoom lever
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The following items are also included in the Digital camera package: Basic Manual, video cable, RM-2 remote control, battery charger (LI-
10C), warranty card, registration card (not provided in some areas), and safety precautions booklet.
2) Slide the battery/card cover in the direction of
A, then lift in the direction of B.
B
A
Mode dial
Power Switch
(OPTIONAL)
Shutter
button Flash
Self-timer/Remote control lamp Lens
Remote control receiver
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20097 Hamburg, Germany
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UNPACKING THE BOX CONTENTS

Gather your Digital camera and the parts as shown in the illustration. You'll need these to complete the steps for the camera
set-up procedures that follow.
Digital camera Strap Lens cap & string
3) Insert the battery, making sure it is correctly
orientated. Then use the battery lock to lock
the battery in place.
• To remove the battery, slide the battery lock in the
direction of the arrow. As the battery emerges,
hold it straight and pull it out completely.
Battery lock
5) Close the battery/card cover in direction C
then slide it in direction D.
C
D
c.
Attaching the strap and lens cap string
Attach the lens cap string and strap to the strap eyelets on each side of the camera as
illustrated. Attaching the strap to the camera makes it easier to handle.
Orange lamp
Viewfinder
Green lamp
Monitor
Power Switch
Shooting modes
Flash intensity control
Self-timer/Remote Control
Print reservation,
USB connector
Number of prints
VIDEO OUT jack
Note: Depending on the camera settings, not all indicators will be displayed.
DC-IN jack
Lithium ion battery CAMEDIA Master USB cable
CD-ROM (gray color)
4) Face the card the correct way and insert it into
the card slot.
• To remove the card, push the card all the
way in to unlock it. As it emerges, hold the
card straight and pull it out.
Index area side
Groove section
(OPTIONAL)
Macro/Spot button
Protect button
Hot shoe
Tripod socket
Camera Settings in Shooting Mode as shown in Monitor
Exposure compensation
Shutter speed Exposure differential
Aperture value
Battery check
Green lamp
Flash stand-by
Macro mode
Noise reduction
Flash mode
Drive
Record mode
AF target mark
Resolution
Camera Settings in Playback Mode as shown in Monitor
Battery check
Aperture value
Shutter speed
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xD-Picture Card
Mode dial
Flash mode button
Erase button
Card access lamp
AEL/Custom button
Rotation button
Arrow pad
OK/Menu button
Battery/Card cover
AE lock
AE memory
Spot metering
ISO
White balance
White balance compensation
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Memory gauge
Number of storable
still pictures
Protect
Record mode
Resolution
Exposure compensation
White balance
ISO
Date and time
File number, Frame number
Playing time/total recording time
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