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-7050

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.

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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 Lithium USB cable AV cable USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) OLYMPUS Setup Ion Battery CD-ROM (LI-42B) 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, 61) Zoom buttons (p. 21, 24) Movie record button (p. 20) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 20, 22, 47) m button (p.
  • Page 4 Operation guide The symbols FGHI displayed for image selections Wheel controller and settings indicate that the wheel controller is to F (up) / be used by pressing, not turning, the wheel controller INFO button (changing information sections shown on the right. display) (p.
  • Page 5 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. Function menu Function menu Press the A button during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu is used to choose the shooting mode and provides access to frequently used shooting settings.
  • Page 6 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 7: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions PROGRAM AUTO PROGRAM AUTO RESET RESET IMAGE SIZE IMAGE STABILIZER COMPRESSION NORMAL REC VIEW IMAGE SIZE SHADOW ADJUST AUTO PIC ORIENTATION IMAGE QUALITY NORMAL AF MODE FACE/iESP ICON GUIDE IS MOVIE MODE ESP/ DIGITAL ZOOM AUTO AUTO EXIT...
  • Page 8 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions 1 q (Playback) SLIDESHOW SLIDESHOW ....p. 41 PHOTO SURFING PHOTO SURFING..p. 41 EDIT EDIT ......p. 42 ERASE ERASE ......p. 44 PRINT ORDER PRINT ORDER ..... p. 45 R (Protect) ....p. 45 y (Rotate)....
  • Page 9: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Names of Parts Camera unit Connector cover ..p. 14, 16 Multi-connector ....p. 14, 16, 51, 55 HDMI micro connector ........p. 52 Strap eyelet ....p. 10 Flash ......p. 32 Battery/card compartment lock ......p. 13 Battery/card compartment cover ......p. 13 Self-timer lamp .....p.
  • Page 10 n button ..p. 17, 19 Zoom buttons ..p. 21, 24 Monitor ..p. 11, 19, 50, 61 m button ....p. 3, 6 Shutter button ..p. 20, 61 Indicator lamp ..p. 14, 16 Movie record button ..p. 20 q button (switching between shooting and playback) ......p.
  • Page 11 Monitor Shooting mode display Shooting mode display Battery check ..p. 17, 62 Compression (still images) Shooting mode ..p. 19, 27 ......p. 37, 69 Flash ......p. 32 Image size (still images) Flash standby/fl ash charge ......p. 37, 69 ........p. 61 Number of storable still Macro/super macro ..p.
  • Page 12 Playback mode display Playback mode display Battery check ..p. 17, 62 ● Standard display Print reservation/number of prints ....p. 59/p. 57 Protect ......p. 45 10 10 4/30 4/30 Adding sound ..p. 40, 42 Current memory ...p. 68 Frame number/total number of images (still images) ........p.
  • Page 13: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Preparing the Camera Inserting the battery Turn off the camera before opening the battery/card compartment cover. When using the camera, be sure to close the battery/ card compartment cover. Battery/card Battery/card compartment cover compartment cover Battery/card compartment Battery/card compartment lock lock...
  • Page 14 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows XP ● A “Setup” dialog will be displayed. Indicator lamp Windows Vista/Windows 7 ● An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. Multi-connector USB cable (supplied) Connector cover If the “Setup”...
  • Page 15 Check the system requirements before beginning installation. Macintosh Macintosh ● Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” or “OLYMPUS ib” button and follow the on-screen instructions to Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive. install the software. ● Double-click the CD (OLYMPUS Setup) icon on OLYMPUS Viewer 2 the desktop.
  • Page 16 Example: USB-AC adapter with an AC Example: USB-AC adapter with an AC OLYMPUS Viewer 2 cable cable Operating Mac OS X v10.4.11–v10.6 System Processor Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or better 1 GB or more (2 GB or more recommended)
  • Page 17 The battery is not fully charged at shipment. Before Press the n button to turn on the use, be sure to charge the battery until the indicator camera. lamp turns off (up to 3 hours). ● The date and time setting screen is displayed when If the indicator lamp does not light, the USB-AC the date and time are not set.
  • Page 18: Sold Separately

    As in Steps 2 and 3, use FGHI and the A button to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [TIME] (hours and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date order). Write-protect Write-protect switch switch For precise time setting, press the A button as the time signal strikes 00 seconds.
  • Page 19: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with automatic settings In some cases, the camera may not select the (M mode) desired shooting mode. When the camera cannot identify the optimal mode, The camera will automatically select the optimal shooting P mode will be selected.
  • Page 20: Shooting Movies

    Shooting movies Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject. ● Press the movie record button to start When the camera focuses on the subject, the recording. exposure is locked (shutter speed and aperture value are displayed), and the AF target mark Continuous recording length changes to green.
  • Page 21: Using The Zoom

    Using the zoom [ON] selected for [DIGITAL ZOOM]: Image size Zoom bar Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto (W) button (T) button Digital zoom range Zoom bar Image zoomed and Other cropped. Digital zoom range AUTO AUTO...
  • Page 22: Viewing Images

    Viewing images Press F (INFO). ● The displayed shooting information changes in Press the q button. the order shown below each time the button is pressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 11) Number of frames/ Total number of images Normal 4/30 4/30 No information AUTO...
  • Page 23 To play sound recordings To play sound recordings Press the A button to pause Pausing and To play sound recorded with an image, select the image playback. During pause, fast restarting and press the A button. A ! icon appears on images forward or reverse, press the A playback with which sound has been recorded.
  • Page 24 Index view and close-up view To operate with HI To operate with Press I or H to advance or rewind one frame Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. at a time. Hold I or H pressed for continuous Close-up view (up to 10x magnifi...
  • Page 25: Playing Back Panorama Images

    Playing back panorama images To select an image in index view To select an image in index view Use FGHI to select an image, and press the A Panorama images that were combined together using button to display the selected image in single-image view. [AUTO] or [MANUAL] can be scrolled for viewing.
  • Page 26 Playback direction: Press FGHI to pause playback Submenu 2 Application and scroll the image in the direction of the pressed button. Functions or operating methods can Pause: Press the A button. Search from list be searched. Restart scrolling: Press the A button. Search from Search from shooting/playback Stop playback: Press the m button.
  • Page 27: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes Using Shooting Modes Using the best mode for the shooting To change the shooting mode To change the shooting mode scene ( s mode) The shooting mode ( P , M , s , P , p , Q ) can be changed with using the function menu.
  • Page 28: Shooting With Special Effects

    Shooting with special effects In s modes, the optimum shooting settings are ( P mode) pre-programmed for specifi c shooting scenes. For this reason, settings may not be changed in some modes. To add expression to your photo, select the desired special effect.
  • Page 29 Shooting mode Option Submenu 1 Application [ POP ART Three frames are taken and \ PIN HOLE combined by the camera. The user ] FISH EYE only composes the shots so that the AUTO MAGIC FILTER @ DRAWING target marks and pointers overlap, ;...
  • Page 30 2 Move the camera slightly in the direction of the second Taking pictures with [MANUAL] Taking pictures with [MANUAL] frame. 1 Use HI to specify at which edge the next picture is to be connected. AUTO AUTO MANUAL MANUAL Target mark Direction for combining the next frame...
  • Page 31 3 Repeat Step 2 until the number of desired frames is To combine only two pictures, press the A button taken, and then press the A button or m button before taking the third frame. when fi nished. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to take a third frame. ●...
  • Page 32: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using Shooting Functions Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) “Using the Menu” (p. 5) Using the fl ash This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances. The fl ash functions can be selected to best match the Select the macro option in the shooting shooting conditions.
  • Page 33: Adjusting The Brightness

    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 (except for M) Select the self-timer option in the shooting can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a desired shot.
  • Page 34: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity

    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 35 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 shutter button is pressed.
  • Page 36: Menus For Shooting Functions

    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] I (Shooting menu 1) RESET Submenu 2 Application Restores the following menu functions to the default settings.
  • Page 37 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). Selecting the image quality for still images [IMAGE SIZE/COMPRESSION] Selecting the image quality for still images [IMAGE SIZE/COMPRESSION] I (Shooting menu 1) IMAGE SIZE/COMPRESSION Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Application 14M (4288×3216) Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11×17 in.).
  • Page 38 Brightening the subject against Brightening the subject against To focus on a moving subject To focus on a moving subject continuously (AF Tracking) continuously (AF Tracking) backlight [SHADOW ADJUST] backlight [SHADOW ADJUST] 1 Hold the camera to align the AF target mark on the I (Shooting menu 1) SHADOW ADJUST subject and press the A button.
  • Page 39 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). Shooting at higher magnifi cations than Shooting at higher magnifi cations than The camera’s default settings are [IMAGE STABILIZER] (still images) to [ON] and [IS MOVIE optical zoom [DIGITAL ZOOM] optical zoom [DIGITAL ZOOM] MODE] (movies) to [OFF].
  • Page 40 Automatically rotating images shot with Automatically rotating images shot with Displaying icon guides [ICON GUIDE] Displaying icon guides [ICON GUIDE] the camera in a vertical position during the camera in a vertical position during J (Shooting menu 2) ICON GUIDE playback [PIC ORIENTATION] playback [PIC ORIENTATION] J (Shooting menu 2)
  • Page 41: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Searching for images and playing back Searching for images and playing back The default settings of the function are highlighted in the related images [PHOTO SURFING] the related images [PHOTO SURFING] Data must have been created with the ib (PC software)
  • Page 42 P ] ] Using the ib (PC software) and Using the ib (PC software) and Cropping image [ Cropping image [P importing data back to the camera importing data back to the camera q (Playback menu) EDIT The following functions can be performed when data 1 Use HI to select an image, and press the A button.
  • Page 43 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). Retouching the skin and eyes Retouching the skin and eyes Changing the color tone of image Changing the color tone of image [BEAUTY FIX] [BEAUTY FIX] [COLOR EDIT] [COLOR EDIT] q (Playback menu) q (Playback menu)
  • Page 44 Adding a calendar to an image Adding a calendar to an image Retouching red eyes in fl ash shooting Retouching red eyes in fl ash shooting [CALENDAR] [CALENDAR] [REDEYE FIX] [REDEYE FIX] q (Playback menu) q (Playback menu) EDIT CALENDAR EDIT REDEYE FIX 1 Use HI to select an image, and press the A button.
  • Page 45 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). To individually select and erase images To individually select and erase images Saving print settings to the image data Saving print settings to the image data [SEL. IMAGE] [SEL.
  • Page 46: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    Menus for Other Camera Settings Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting a storage device Selecting a storage device Submenu 2 Application [INTERNAL/SD] [INTERNAL/SD] Completely erases the image data in the internal memory or card r (Settings 1) INTERNAL/SD (including protected images).
  • Page 47: Q Power On

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). Copying images in the internal memory Copying images in the internal memory When using another system other than Windows XP (SP2 or later)/Windows Vista/Windows 7, set to to the card [ to the card [u u COPY] COPY]...
  • Page 48 Choosing the opening screen display [PW ON SETUP] Choosing the opening screen display [PW ON SETUP] s (Settings 2) PW ON SETUP Submenu 2 Application No opening screen is displayed. The opening screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] s (Settings 2)
  • Page 49 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). Resetting the fi le names of pictures Resetting the fi le names of pictures Submenu 2 Application [FILE NAME] [FILE NAME] This resets the sequential number for the folder name and fi le name s (Settings 2) FILE NAME RESET...
  • Page 50 Adjusting the brightness of the monitor Adjusting the brightness of the monitor [ [ s s ] ] s (Settings 2) To adjust the monitor brightness To adjust the monitor brightness 1 Use FG to adjust the brightness while viewing the screen, and then press the A button.
  • Page 51 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). To play back camera images on a TV To play back camera images on a TV ● Connection via AV cable 1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]).
  • Page 52 HDMI micro connector HDMI cable (type D/sold separately) Connect to the HDMI connector on the TV. Type C Type D (CB-HD1) 3 Turn on the TV, and change “INPUT” to “VIDEO (an input jack connected to the camera).” For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camera, and use HI to select the image for playback.
  • Page 53 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 5). l ] ] To operate images with the TV remote To operate images with the TV remote Changing the display language [ Changing the display language [l control control t (Settings 3) 1 Set [HDMI CONTROL] to [ON], and turn off the...
  • Page 54 Choosing home and alternate time zones [WORLD TIME] Choosing home and alternate time zones [WORLD TIME] t (Settings 3) 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 55: 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 computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
  • Page 56 To exit printing To exit printing Submenu 2 Application After a selected image is displayed on the screen, This prints the image selected in PRINT disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. Step 6. This prints all images stored in the ALL PRINT internal memory or card.
  • Page 57 Submenu 4 Application Submenu 5 Submenu 6 Application The image is printed with a border This selects the number <× 0 to 10 around it ([OFF]). of prints. OFF/ON The image is printed to fi ll the entire Selecting [WITH] prints the paper ([ON]).
  • Page 58 To cancel printing To cancel printing If necessary, repeat Steps 6 and 7 to select 1 Press the m button while [DO NOT REMOVE USB the image to be printed, make the detailed CABLE] is displayed. settings, and set [SINGLEPRINT]. 2 Select [CANCEL] using FG and then press the A button.
  • Page 59 Print reservations can be set only for the images Use HI to select the image for print stored on the card. Insert a card with recorded reservation. Use FG to select the quantity. images before making print reservations. Press the A button. DPOF reservations set by another DPOF device cannot be changed by this camera.
  • Page 60: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Reserving one print each of all images Resetting the print reservation data on the card [U] for selected images Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 59). Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 59). Use FG to select [U], and press the A Use FG to select [<], and press the A button.
  • Page 61: 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 62: Error Message

    Date and time function Date and time function Error message Corrective action “Date and time settings return to the default setting”. CARD SETUP Card problem ● If the batteries are removed and left out of the Use FG to select [FORMAT], camera for about 3 days , the date and time POWER OFF...
  • Page 63: Shooting Tips

    ● Taking a picture in [AF TRACKING] mode (p. 38) Error message Corrective action The camera tracks the subject movement automatically to focus on it continuously. Printer problem ● Taking a picture of subjects where autofocus Remove the jammed paper. JAMMED is diffi...
  • Page 64: Camera Shake

    Exposure (brightness) Fast-moving object “Taking pictures with the right brightness” ● Taking pictures of a subject against a backlight Faces or backgrounds are bright even when shot against backlight. [SHADOW ADJUST] (p. 38) The subject is not in the center of ●...
  • Page 65: Color Hue

    Color hue Batteries “Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as “Making batteries last longer” they appear” ● Avoid any of the following operations when not ● Taking pictures by selecting white balance actually taking pictures because they deplete (p.
  • Page 66: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Camera care Battery and USB-AC adapter • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery Exterior (LI-42B). 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 67: Using A Separately Sold Ac Adapter

    Cards compatible with this camera Cards compatible with this camera Using your charger and USB-AC SD/SDHC memory cards (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) adapter abroad • The charger and USB-AC adapter can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100 V to 240 V AC (50/60Hz) around the world.
  • Page 68 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 During shooting, the current memory indicator blinks fi rst use or after being used with other cameras or red while the camera is writing data.
  • Page 69 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 in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. The actual number of storable pictures or continuous recording lengths will differ according to the shooting conditions and memory cards used.
  • Page 70 Movies Movies Continuous recording length IMAGE SIZE IMAGE QUALITY Internal memory SD/SDHC memory card (1GB) With sound Without sound With sound Without sound 20 min. 55 sec. 21 min. 16 sec. 10 min. 32 sec. 10 min. 42 sec. L 1280×720 29 min.
  • Page 71: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture — For precautions on products with weatherproof designs, read the weatherproofi ng sections. CAUTION Location — To avoid damage to the product, mount the product RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK securely on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket.
  • Page 72 DANGER discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. • The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid Charge the battery with the specifi ed USB-AC adapter or minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the charger.
  • Page 73 This is not a malfunction. Battery Handling Precautions 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.
  • Page 74 fi re or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability...
  • Page 75 Excluded from this limited warranty and not warranted by (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. Olympus in any fashion, either express, implied, or by statute, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including are: interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 76 REPRESENTATIONS, GUARANTIES, CONDITIONS, AND agents of Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with WARRANTIES CONCERNING THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be...
  • Page 77 (in accordance with the written Handling Product (unless it is a model on which Olympus does not Care and Operating instructions supplied with it), during the place and record serial numbers).
  • Page 78 * Please refer to the list on the web site: http://www.olympus. Any defect that occurs due to exhausted batteries, etc. com for the authorized international Olympus service Any defect that occurs due to sand, mud, etc.
  • Page 79 fi tness for any 5 Olympus’ sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or repairing or replacing the product and any liability for indirect...
  • Page 80 Trademarks Trademarks • IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. • Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc. • The SDHC logo is a trademark. • All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 81: Specifications

    Image pickup device : 1/2.3” CCD (primary color fi lter) Lens : Olympus lens 5.0 to 35.0 mm, f3.0 to 5.9 (equivalent to 28 to 196 mm on a 35 mm camera) Photometric system : Digital ESP metering, spot metering system Shutter speed : 4 to 1/2000 sec.
  • Page 82 Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) 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...
  • Page 84 VR097901...

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