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Olympus VG-160 Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

VG-160
VG-160

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 our 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

    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

    Step Checking the contents of the box Digital camera Strap LI-70B Lithium F-2AC USB cable AV cable OLYMPUS Ion Battery USB-AC adapter Setup CD-ROM Other accessories not shown: warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Step Step Preparing the Camera Shooting and Playing Back Images “Preparing the Camera”...

  • Page 3: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Shutter button (p. 20) Zoom buttons (p. 21) R button (shooting movies) (p. 20) q button (switch between shooting and playback) (p.
  • Page 4 Using the Menu Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the s mode (p. 26). Function menu Function menu Press H during shooting to display the function menu.

  • Page 5: M Button

    Setup menu Setup menu Press the m button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, including options not listed in the function menu, display options, and the time and date.
  • Page 6 Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions Program Auto Program Auto Reset Image Size Image Size Frame Rate 30fps Compression Normal AF Mode Face/iESP Digital Zoom AF Illuminat. AUTO AUTO Icon Guide AUTO AUTO Exit Exit MENU MENU Digital Zoom ....p. 36 1 Shooting mode 5 Exposure compensation ...p.
  • Page 7 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions 1 q (Playback menu) Slideshow Slideshow ..... p. 38 Edit Edit ......p. 38, 39 Erase Erase ......p. 39 Print Order Print Order ....p. 40 ? (Protect) ....p. 40 y (Rotate)....p. 40 Exit MENU Menus for Other Camera Settings...

  • Page 8: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Names of Parts Camera unit Multi-connector ....p. 14, 16, 44, 47 Connector cover ....p. 14, 16, 44, 47 Strap eyelet ....p. 9 Battery/card compartment cover ......p. 12 Flash ......p. 30 Self-timer lamp ..... p. 31 AF illuminator ....
  • Page 9 n button ..p. 17, 19 Shutter button ....p. 20 Monitor ....p. 19, 54 Zoom buttons ....p. 21 Indicator lamp ..p. 14, 16 R button (shooting movies) ..p. 20 q button (switch between shooting and playback) ..p. 20, 22 Q button (OK)..
  • Page 10 Monitor Shooting mode display Shooting mode display Battery check ....p. 16 Compression Shooting mode ..p. 19, 26 (still images)....p. 34 Flash ......p. 30 Image size Flash standby/fl ash charge (still images)....p. 34 ........p. 54 Number of storable pictures Macro ......
  • Page 11 Playback mode display Playback mode display Battery check ....p. 16 ● Normal display Print reservation/number of prints ....p. 51/p. 49 Protect ......p. 40 10 10 4/30 4/30 Adding sound ....p. 38 Current memory ... p. 61 Frame number/ total number of images (still images)....

  • Page 12: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Preparing the Camera Inserting the battery and the SD/SDHC Insert the battery with the C symbol on the same memory card (sold separately) side as the battery lock knob. Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or an explosion.
  • Page 13 Computer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (Windows Charging takes up to 3 hours. Vista/Windows 7) from the start menu. Double-click the CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Setup) icon to open the If the indicator lamp does not light, the camera is not “OLYMPUS Setup” window and then double-click correctly connected or the battery, camera, computer, “Launcher.exe”.
  • Page 14 ● Check the system requirements before beginning installation. Install the camera manual. ● Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” or “OLYMPUS ib” ● Click the “Camera Instruction Manual” button and button and follow the on-screen instructions to follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 15 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. installation. ● Double-click the CD (OLYMPUS Setup) icon on ● Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” button and follow the desktop. the on-screen instructions to install the software. ● Double-click the “Setup” icon to display the “Setup”...
  • Page 16 Charging the battery with the supplied USB-AC adapter Indicator lamp On: Charging The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter Off: Charged referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. The battery is not fully charged at the time of purchase.

  • Page 17: N Button

    Operation guide Date, time, time zone, and language Operation guides displayed at the bottom of the screen The date and time set here are saved to image fi le names, indicate that the m button, Q button, or zoom buttons date prints, and other data.
  • Page 18 Press I to save the setting for [Y]. Time -- -- -- 2011 Y / M / D Cancel MENU As in Steps 2 and 3, use FGHI and the button to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [Time] (hours and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date order). For a more accurate setting, press the Q button when the time signal hits 00 seconds while setting the minutes.

  • Page 19: Shooting, Viewing, And Erasing

    Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing Shooting with the optimum aperture Current shooting mode display value and shutter speed Program Auto Program Auto [Program Auto] In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure AUTO AUTO...

  • Page 20: Shutter Button

    Shooting movies Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject. Press the R button to start recording. ● When the camera focuses on the subject, the exposure is locked (shutter speed and aperture value are displayed), and the AF target mark changes to green.

  • Page 21: Zoom Buttons

    Using the zoom To take larger images [Digital Zoom] To take larger images [Digital Zoom] The type and amount of zoom can be identifi ed from Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range. the appearance of the zoom bar. The display differs depending on the options selected for [Digital Zoom] Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto...

  • Page 22: Viewing Images

    Changing the shooting information Viewing images display Press the q button. The display of the screen information can be changed to Number of frames/Total number of images best match the situation, for example, the need for a clear view of the screen or for making a precise composition by 4/30 4/30 using the grid display.
  • Page 23 To play back movies To play back movies Operations during pausing playback Operations during pausing playback Select a movie, and press the Q button. 4/30 4/30 00:14/00:34 00:14/00:34 Movie Play Movie Play ’11/02/26 ’11/02/26 12:30 12:30 During pause Movie Press F to display the fi rst frame Cueing and press G to display the last Operations during movie playback...

  • Page 24: Erasing Images During Playback

    Erasing images during playback Index view and close-up view (Single image erase) Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10× magnifi cation) allows checking of image details. Display the image you want to erase and press G (D).
  • Page 25 Using the menu guide To select an image in index view To select an image in index view Use FGHI to select an image, and press the Q Pressing the E button in the setup menu displays a button to display the selected image in single-image view. description of the current item.

  • Page 26: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes Using Shooting Modes Reducing blur on shooting (N mode) To change the shooting mode To change the shooting mode The shooting mode (P, M, N, s, P, ~) This mode enables the user to reduce blur that is caused can be changed by using the function menu.
  • Page 27 Option Application Press G to go to the submenu. B Portrait/F Landscape/ G Night Scene /M Night+Portrait/ The camera takes Portrait Portrait C Sport/N Indoor/W Candle a picture using the R Self Portrait/S Sunset optimum settings X Fireworks /V Cuisine/ for the scene d Documents/ K Beach &...

  • Page 28: Shooting With Special Effects

    Shooting with special effects Use HI to select the desired effect and then ( P mode) press the Q button to set. Add an artistic effect to your photo by selecting the desired magic fi lter. Set the shooting mode to P. Magic Filter Magic Filter AUTO...
  • Page 29 Creating panoramic images (~ mode) Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame, and then compose the second shot. Take pictures that can be joined to form a panorama using the supplied software. Before fi rst shot The focus, exposure, zoom position (p. 21), and white balance (p.

  • Page 30: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using Shooting Functions Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) “Using the Menu” (p. 4) The default settings of the function are highlighted in This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances. Using the fl ash Select the macro option in the shooting function menu.

  • Page 31: Self-Timer

    Using the self-timer Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation) After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay. The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (M and s Select the self-timer option in the shooting excluded) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a function menu.

  • Page 32: White Balance

    Adjusting to a natural color scheme Selecting the ISO sensitivity (White balance) Select the ISO setting option in the shooting For more natural coloring, choose a white balance option function menu. suited to the scene. Select the white balance option in the shooting function menu.
  • Page 33 Sequential shooting (Drive) Pictures are taken sequentially while the shutter button is held down. Select the drive option in the shooting function menu. AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO Sequential Sequential MENU MENU Option Description One frame is shot each time the Single shutter button is pressed.

  • Page 34: Menus For Shooting Functions

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Menus for Shooting Functions Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] (Shooting menu 1) Reset Submenu 2...

  • Page 35: Af Mode]

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Selecting the image quality for movies Selecting the image quality for movies Selecting the focusing area [AF Mode] Selecting the focusing area [AF Mode] [Image Size/Frame Rate] [Image Size/Frame Rate] (Shooting menu 1) AF Mode A (Movie menu)

  • Page 36: Digital Zoom

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Shooting at higher magnifi cations than Shooting at higher magnifi cations than Using the AF illuminator to focus on a Using the AF illuminator to focus on a optical zoom [Digital Zoom] optical zoom [Digital Zoom] shadowed subject [AF Illuminat.]...

  • Page 37: Icon Guide

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Displaying icon guides [Icon Guide] Displaying icon guides [Icon Guide] Imprinting the date of recording Imprinting the date of recording [Date Stamp] [Date Stamp] (Shooting menu 1) Icon Guide (Shooting menu 2) Date Stamp Submenu 2...

  • Page 38: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions P ] ] Playing back pictures automatically Playing back pictures automatically Cropping images [ Cropping images [P [Slideshow] [Slideshow]...

  • Page 39: Edit

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Retouching images [Perfect Fix] Retouching images [Perfect Fix] Erasing images [Erase] Erasing images [Erase] q (Playback menu) q (Playback menu) Edit Perfect Fix Erase Depending on the picture, the editing may not be Submenu 1 Application effective.

  • Page 40: Print Order

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). y ] ] Rotating images [ Rotating images [y 3 Repeat Step 2 to select the images to be erased, and then press the m button to erase the selected q (Playback menu) images.

  • Page 41: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Menus for Other Camera Settings Menus for Other Camera Settings Erasing data completely Erasing data completely Selecting a method for connecting the Selecting a method for connecting the [Memory Format]/[Format] [Memory Format]/[Format] camera to other devices...

  • Page 42: Keep K Settings

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Saving the mode when the camera is Saving the mode when the camera is Even if a computer has USB ports, proper operation turned off [Keep K K Settings] is not guaranteed in the following cases.

  • Page 43: Sound Settings

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Selecting the camera sound and its Selecting the camera sound and its Adjusting the brightness of the monitor Adjusting the brightness of the monitor [ [ s s ] ] volume [Sound Settings] volume [Sound Settings] r (Settings 1)

  • Page 44: Video Out

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Selecting a video signal system to match your TV [Video Out] Selecting a video signal system to match your TV [Video Out] s (Settings 2) 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 45: Power Save

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). X ] ] Saving battery power between shots Saving battery power between shots Setting the date and time [ Setting the date and time [X [Power Save] [Power Save] s (Settings 2) s (Settings 2) Power Save...

  • Page 46: World Time

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Switching between home and travel destination time zones [World Time] Switching between home and travel destination time zones [World Time] s (Settings 2) World Time You will not be able to select a time zone using [World Time] if the camera clock has not fi rst been set using [X]. Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application...

  • Page 47: Printing

    Printing Printing Direct printing (PictBridge Turn on the printer, and then connect the printer and camera. By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a Multi-connector computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
  • Page 48 To exit printing To exit printing Submenu 2 Application After a selected image is displayed on the screen, This prints the image selected in disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. Print Step 5. This prints all images stored in the All Print internal memory or card.
  • Page 49 To make the detailed printer settings To make the detailed printer settings Use FG to select the [Borderless] or [Pics/ 1 Use FGHI to select the setting, and press the Sheet] settings, and press the Q button. Q button. Submenu 4 Application Print Info The image is printed with a border...
  • Page 50 P ] ] To crop an image [ To crop an image [P Use FG to select [Print], and press the 1 Use the zoom buttons to select the size of the cropping Q button. frame, use FGHI to move the frame, and then ●...
  • Page 51 Print Reservations (DPOF Single-frame print reservations [<] In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint Display the setup menu. option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF “Using the Menu”...
  • Page 52 Reserving one print each of all images Use HI to select the image for print on the card [U] reservation. Use FG to select the quantity. Press the Q button. Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 51). Use FG to select [U], and press the Q button.

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

    Resetting the print reservation data for selected images Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 51). Use FG to select [<], and press the Q button. Use FG to select [Keep] and press the Q button. Use HI to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel.

  • Page 54: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips Usage Tips ● Press the q button to switch to the shooting If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure mode. of what to do, refer to the information below to fi x the ●...

  • Page 55: Error Message

    Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Error message Corrective action “The camera makes a noise when taking pictures”. Internal memory/Card problem ● The camera may activate the lens and make a Take pictures before viewing them. noise even if no operation is performed. This No Picture is because the camera automatically performs actions of auto focus as far as it is ready to shoot.

  • Page 56: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips Error message Corrective action When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you Problem with selected image envision, refer to the information below. Use a computer to print. Cannot Print Focusing Before erasing important images, download them to a computer.

  • Page 57: Camera Shake

    Camera shake Object with no vertical lines “Taking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using N mode (p. 26) Select C (Sport) in s mode (p. 26) ● It is also effective to compose the shot by holding the The C (Sport) mode uses a fast shutter speed camera vertically to focus, and then returning to the and can reduce the blur incurred by a moving...

  • Page 58: Color Hue

    Playback/Editing tips Color hue Playback “Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear” ● Taking pictures by selecting white balance “Playing images in the internal memory and card” (p. 32) ● Remove the card when playing pictures in the Best results in most environments can normally internal memory be obtained with the [WB Auto] setting, but for...

  • Page 59: Appendix

    Appendix Camera care The battery and USB-AC adapter • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery Exterior (LI-70B). No other type of batteries can be used. • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.
  • Page 60 Do not use travel voltage converters as they could damage your USB-AC adapter. LOCK Cards compatible with this camera Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC memory cards (visit the Olympus website for information on memory cards that have been tested and approved for use) 60 EN...

  • Page 61: Current Memory

    Using a new card Using a new card Readout/recording process of the card Readout/recording process of the card Cards must be formatted with this camera before fi rst use During shooting, the current memory indicator lights in or after being used with other cameras or computers. red while the camera is writing data.
  • Page 62 Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and SD/SDHC memory cards internal memory and SD/SDHC memory cards The fi gures for the number of storable still pictures and continuous recording length are approximate. The actual capacity varies with shooting conditions and the card used.
  • Page 63 Movies Movies Continuous recording length Image Size Frame Rate Internal memory SD/SDHC memory card (1 GB) With sound Without sound With sound Without sound 14 sec. 14 sec. 4 min. 54 sec. 4 min. 54 sec. L 1280×720 29 sec. 29 sec.

  • Page 64: General Precautions

    Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the odors, noise, or smoke around it. product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. • Never remove the batteries with bare hands, which may Water and Moisture —...
  • Page 65 • Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. camera for a long period. Charge the battery with the specifi ed USB-AC adapter. Do not use any other USB-AC adapters.
  • Page 66 • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. inappropriate use of this product. Do not use any other type of battery.
  • Page 67 Declaration of Conformity resulting from the use of the information contained therein. Model Number: VG-160 Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of Trade Name: OLYMPUS this publication or software without obligation or advance notice. Responsible Party:...
  • Page 68 Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with Products in combination with non-compatible devices; or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be (d) software programs;...
  • Page 69 Authorized collection systems available in your country for Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it postage the disposal of the waste batteries. prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service Centers.
  • Page 70 Any defect or damage that occurs due to fi re, earthquake, * Please refer to the list on the web site: http://www.olympus. fl ood damage, thunderbolt, other natural disasters, com for the authorized international Olympus service environmental pollution and irregular voltage sources.
  • Page 71 Some states do not allow the exclusion or 5 Olympus’ sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so repairing or replacing the product and any liability for indirect the above limitations may not apply to you.
  • Page 72 Those terms and other third party software notices, if any, may be found in the software notice PDF fi le stored within the accompanying CD-ROM or at http://www.olympus.co.jp/en/support/imsg/digicamera/download/ notice/notice.cfm 72 EN...

  • Page 73: Specifications

    : 14,000,000 pixels Image pickup device : 1/2.3” CCD (primary color fi lter) Lens : Olympus lens 4.7 to 23.5 mm, f2.8 to 6.5 (equivalent to 26 to 130 mm on a 35 mm camera) Photometric system : Digital ESP metering system Shutter speed : 4 to 1/2000 sec.
  • Page 74 Lithium ion battery (LI-70B) Lithium ion battery (LI-70B) Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Standard voltage : DC 3.6 V Standard capacity : 650 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) USB-AC adapter (F-2AC)
  • Page 76 VM157601...

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