Page 1: Digital Camera
Advanced 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: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual (Basic and Advanced Manuals The instruction manual accompanying this camera is divided into two parts: the Basic Manual and the Advanced Manual (this document). Basic This manual gives you easy-to-follow explanations on how to take Manual pictures and view them so that you can get started quickly.
Page 3: Composition Of The Manual
To print the pictures you have taken. To enjoy the pictures you have taken on a computer. To use OLYMPUS Master. Troubleshooting. For when you want to know the names of parts, see a list of menus, or find what you are looking for.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents How to use this manual... 2 Composition of the manual ... 3 1 Basic operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -8 Mode dial...
Page 5 4 Additional shooting functions - - - - - - - - - - -45 Shooting pictures using image blur reduction Changing the shutter speed for shooting pictures Changing the aperture value for shooting pictures Changing picture brightness Adjusting the color of a picture Changing the area for measuring the brightness of a subject (ESP/ Sequential shooting...
Page 6 What is OLYMPUS Master?... 113 Installing OLYMPUS Master ... 114 Connecting the camera to a computer ... 118 Starting up OLYMPUS Master ... 119 Displaying camera images on a computer ... 121 Downloading and saving images ... 121 ... 83 ...
Page 7 To download and save images to a computer without using OLYMPUS Master ... 126 9 Appendix - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 127 Troubleshooting ...
Page 8: Basic Operation
Professional photographers use these functions to achieve a variety of effects. Now you too can achieve such effects simply by pressing the buttons on your digital camera. You can use the various functions available to adjust the brightness and white balance of your pictures, alter the focusing range, and much more.
Page 9: Mode Dial
Mode dial This camera features shooting modes and playback modes. Use the mode dial to make settings. Set the desired mode and turn the camera on. (About the mode dial Suitable for general situations. Simply press the shutter button, and the camera determines optimum conditions and shoots the picture.
Page 10 Mode dial TIPS • Direct button functions and menu contents vary depending on the position of the mode dial. g“Direct buttons” (P. 11), “Menus” (P. 13), “Menu list” (P. 148) • You can change the mode before and after turning the camera on. Mode dial notation In this manual, the following icons indicate the position of the mode dial necessary for operating functions.
Page 11: Direct Buttons
Direct buttons This camera features buttons for setting functions directly. The direct buttons have different functions in shooting mode and in playback mode. Using the direct buttons in shooting mode QUICK VIEW button The last picture taken is displayed on the monitor. All the functions in playback mode are available.
Page 12: Using The Direct Buttons In Playback Mode
Direct buttons Using the direct buttons in playback mode GUIDE button Displays a shooting guide describing shooting methods for various purposes. Select a menu item, and press the GUIDE button to display an explanation of its function. DISP button Press the DISP button to change the display in the following order. The histogram is not displayed while displaying movies.
Page 13: Menus
Menus Set the mode dial to any mode and press Z to display the menus on the monitor. Menus are used to make each camera setting. About the menus The menu items displayed in shooting mode and playback mode differ. Menus are divided into shortcut menus and mode menus.
Page 14: Shortcut Menus
Menus Shortcut menus (Shooting mode (Playback mode For still pictures ALBUM ENTRY MODE MENU For still pictures UNDO ENTRY ALBUM MENU MODE MENU For movies gP. 73 MOVIE PLAY ALBUM ENTRY gP. 80 gP. 67 For movies gP. 73 MOVIE PLAY UNDO ENTRY ALBUM MENU gP.
Page 15: Mode Menu
Mode menu (Shooting mode CAMERA tab For setting shooting-related functions. MEMORY/ For formatting internal memory or cards. Also saves internal CARD tab memory data onto cards. SETUP tab For setting basic camera functions and settings that make the camera easier to use. (Playback mode PLAY tab For setting playback-related functions.
Page 16: Using The Menus
Menus Using the menus Use the arrow pad and Z to set menu items. Follow the operation guide and arrows on the screen to select and change settings. Ex: Setting [ISO] Set the mode dial to any of the following modes: KSA. Press Z.
Page 17 • Unavailable settings cannot be selected. Press ON to select [AUTO], [64], [100], [200], [400], [800], or [1600], and press Z. • Follow the operation guide at the bottom of the screen to set or change settings using the arrow pad.
Page 18: Using The Guide Function
Menus Using the GUIDE function This camera has a GUIDE function. There is a shooting guide explaining shooting methods for various shooting situations, purposes, and effects, and a menu guide explaining the menus. Pressing the GUIDE button automatically displays the shooting guide or the menu guide.
Page 19: How To Read The Procedure Pages
How to read the procedure pages A sample of a procedure page is shown below explaining the notation. Look at it carefully before taking or viewing pictures. This indicates the position of the mode dial. If multiple icons are displayed, the described function can be used in any of these modes.
Page 20: Tips Before You Start Taking Pictures
2 Tips before you start taking pictures Tips before you start taking pictures Your pictures are almost guaranteed to come out well just by setting the mode dial to K and pressing the shutter button. But occasionally, you can’t focus on your subject, the subject is too dark, or the picture doesn’t come out the way you want.
Page 21: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the camera on and off Press the POWER button to turn the camera on. Power lamp Monitor (Turning the camera on Set the mode dial to any mode, and press the POWER • The power lamp on the camera lights green. •...
Page 22: If The Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained
If the correct focus cannot be obtained When the subject you want to focus on is not in the center of the frame and you cannot position the AF target mark on it, you can focus the camera on another point at roughly the same distance (focus lock) and take the picture as explained below.
Page 23 Press the shutter button fully. • The camera takes the picture. The card access lamp blinks while the picture is recorded. TIPS To focus on a subject not in the center of the frame g“Changing the focusing area (AF MODE)” (P. 54) Note •...
Page 24: Subjects That Are Difficult To Focus On
If the correct focus cannot be obtained Subjects that are difficult to focus on Under certain types of conditions, the auto focus may not work properly. The green lamp blinks. The subject cannot be brought into focus. The green lamp lights, but the subject cannot be brought into focus.
Page 25: Record Mode
Record mode You can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Select the best record mode for your purpose (printing, editing on a computer, website editing, etc.). For information on the image sizes for each record mode and the number of storable still pictures/movie recording time, see the tables on P.
Page 26: Movie Record Modes
Record mode Image size The number of pixels (horizontal × vertical) used when saving an image. You can save your pictures at a large image size to get clearer prints. However, as the image size increases, the file size (data size) also increases, which decreases the number of pictures that can be saved.
Page 27: For Movies
For movies Record mode Image size 640 × 480 (15 frames/sec.) 320 × 240 (15 frames/sec.) 160 × 120 (15 frames/sec.) 1/200 1/200 F4.0 F4.0 3264 3264 × 2448 2448 Number of storable still pictures TIPS • When a picture is transferred to a computer, the size of the picture on the computer screen varies depending on the computer’s monitor setting.
Page 28: Changing The Record Mode
Record mode Changing the record mode Top menu For still pictures, select from [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] or [SQ2]. For movies, select from [SHQ 640 × 480], [HQ 320 × 240], and [SQ 160 × 120]. When [SQ1] or [SQ2] is selected, press Y to select the image size.
Page 29: The Internal Memory And Memory Card
The internal memory and memory card Pictures taken are recorded in the internal memory. Pictures can also be recorded on the optional xD-Picture Card (“card”). The card can be used to record more pictures than is possible with the internal memory of the camera. A card can be convenient when taking many pictures while on a trip.
Page 30: The Card
Card (16MB – 1GB) Note • This camera may not recognize a non-OLYMPUS card or a card that was formatted on another device (such as a computer, etc.). Make sure to format the card on this camera before use. g“Formatting the internal memory or...
Page 31: Inserting And Removing The Card
Inserting and removing the card Make sure the camera is turned off. • The power lamp is off. • The monitor is off. • The lens is retracted. Slide the card cover lock. • The card cover opens. (Inserting the card Orient the card as shown, and insert it into the card slot as shown in the illustration.
Page 32: Removing The Card
The internal memory and memory card (Removing the card Push the card all the way in and release slowly. • The card protrudes slightly and stops. Caution Releasing your finger quickly after pushing the card all the way in may cause it to eject forcefully out of the slot.
Page 33: Basic Shooting Functions
With a digital camera, you don’t need to learn how to make difficult settings. Your camera will adjust the settings for you! All you have to do...
Page 34: Selecting A Scene According To The Situation ( )
Selecting a scene according to the Selecting a scene according to the situation (SCENE) situation (f) When you select a scene according to the situation or conditions, the camera automatically selects the optimal settings. In order to produce specialized effects, some scenes limit control of certain functions.
Page 35: Self Portrait
Selecting a scene according to the situation (f) Q Self Portrait + Self Timer Suitable for taking pictures on a trip. Use the self-timer to include yourself in your landscape pictures. R Self Portrait Suitable for taking self-portrait pictures. S Sunset* Suitable for taking pictures of the evening sunlight.
Page 36: Take The Picture
Selecting a scene according to the situation (f) V Cuisine Suitable for taking pictures of food. Food colors are vibrantly reproduced. d Documents Suitable for taking pictures of documents or time schedules. The contrast between the text and background is enhanced. The flash cannot be used.
Page 37 Selecting a scene according to the situation (f) (When [SHOOT & SELECT1] or [SHOOT & SELECT2] is selected • After taking your pictures, the screen for selecting which pictures to erase is displayed. The picture with the cursor is enlarged. 1 Press XY to select the picture you want to erase, and press O.
Page 38: Zooming In On Your Subject
Zooming in on your subject Using the zoom You can zoom in on your subject using the optical zoom and digital zoom. With the optical zoom, the image is enlarged on the CCD when the lens magnification is changed, and the image is formed by all the CCD pixels. With the digital zoom, the area at the center of the image captured by the CCD is cropped and enlarged.
Page 39: Using The Digital Zoom
Using the digital zoom Top menu [MODE MENU] [ON] / [OFF] Press T on the zoom button. Optical zoom 1/200 1/200 F4.0 F4.0 3264 3264 × 2448 2448 The white area of the zoom indicator indicates the optical zoom. If the [DIGITAL ZOOM] is set to [ON], a red area is displayed on the zoom indicator.
Page 40: Using Macro/Super Macro Mode
Zooming in on your subject Using macro/super macro mode Set the camera to macro mode when taking pictures close (20 cm/7.9 in. to 50 cm/ 19.7 in.) to your subject. & This mode lets you shoot from as close as 20 cm/7.9 in. to your subject. This mode lets you shoot from as close as 3 cm/1.2 in.
Page 41: Flash Shooting
Flash shooting Select the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. Flash working range W (max.): Approx. 0.2 m to 6.5 m (0.7 ft. to 21.3 ft.) T (max.): Approx. 0.2 m to 3.5 m (0.7 ft. to 11.5 ft.) Auto-flash (No indication) The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.
Page 42: Flash Off
Flash shooting Flash off ($) The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited. You can also use this mode when shooting landscapes, sunsets, and other subjects outside the range of the flash. Note •...
Page 43: Self-Timer Shooting
TIPS The # (flash charge) mark blinks. jFlash charging. Wait until the # mark turns off. Note • During panorama and super macro mode, the flash is not available. • The flash may not give you the optimum result in macro mode with the zoom set to wide-angle (W).
Page 44: Recording Movies
Recording movies This function allows you to record movies. During recording, the correct exposure is automatically maintained even if the subject moves, but the focus and zoom are locked. If the distance to the subject changes, you may lose focus. Compose your picture.
Page 45: Additional Shooting Functions
4 Additional shooting functions Additional shooting functions Taking pictures like a pro... Adjust the brightness or white balance of the picture, change the focusing area depending on the subject, and make use of other useful functions to create professional-like pictures. At a sporting event Try various shutter speeds and capture the excitement.
Page 46: Shooting Pictures Using Image Blur Reduction
Shooting pictures using image blur reduction This function reduces the blur incurred by a moving subject or camera movement when taking pictures. Take the picture. Note • When the camera moves a lot or the subject is moving quickly, the reduction function may not operate effectively.
Page 47: Changing The Shutter Speed For Shooting Pictures
Changing the shutter speed for shooting pictures This function allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. Set the shutter speed according to the subject and the type of effect you want. Setting a fast shutter speed lets you capture fast-moving action as though it was stopped in motion.
Page 48: Changing The Aperture Value For Shooting Pictures
Changing the aperture value for shooting pictures This function allows you to set the aperture manually. The camera sets the shutter speed automatically. By decreasing the aperture value (F-number), the camera will focus within a smaller range, producing a picture with a blurred background.
Page 49: Changing Picture Brightness
Changing picture brightness In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. You can adjust the exposure in the range of ±2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps. When the exposure is changed, you can check the result on the monitor.
Page 50: Adjusting The Color Of A Picture
Adjusting the color of a picture The color of the subject differs depending on lighting conditions. For instance, when daylight, the setting sun or tungsten lighting are reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly different for each.
Page 51: Changing The Area For Measuring The Brightness Of
Changing the area for measuring the Changing the area for measuring the brightness of a subject (ESP/Spot) brightness of a subject (ESP/ When taking pictures against backlight, the face of the subject may appear darker. With spot metering, the picture can be taken based on the brightness at the center of the monitor without being affected by the light in the background.
Page 52: Sequential Shooting
Sequential shooting You can take a sequence of pictures at one time while holding down the shutter button. Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed. Focus, exposure and white balance are locked at the first frame. The sequential shooting speed varies depending on the record mode setting.
Page 53: Changing Iso Sensitivity (Iso)
• ISO is based on the sensitivity of normal camera film. • Shooting with the ISO set to [800] or [1600] limits the picture size to [2048 × 1536] or less. Even when the [K] is set higher than [2048 × 1536], the picture is saved as [2048 ×...
Page 54: Changing The Focusing Area (Af Mode)
Changing the focusing area (AF MODE) This function allows you to select how the camera focuses on your subject. iESP The camera determines which subject within the screen to focus on. Even when the subject is not in the center of the screen, focusing is possible. SPOT Focus selection is based on the subject within the AF target mark.
Page 55: Remote Control Shooting (Optional)
Remote control shooting (optional) This function lets you take pictures using the optional remote control (RM-1). This is useful when you want to take a picture with yourself in it or a night scene without touching the camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, flat surface.
Page 56 Remote control shooting (optional) TIPS When the self-timer/remote control lamp does not blink after the shutter button on the remote control is pressed jThe remote control may be too far from the camera. Move closer to the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control again. To operate the zoom from the remote control jAim the remote control at the receiver on the camera and press the W or T button on the remote control.
Page 57: Panorama Shooting
Panorama shooting You can take advantage of panorama shooting with an Olympus xD- Picture Card. Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures with overlapping edges into a single panoramic picture, using the OLYMPUS Master software. The part of the previous picture where it will be joined to the next picture does not remain in the frame on the edge of the screen.
Page 58 Panorama mode is only available with Olympus cards. • During panorama shooting, the flash, sequential shooting, high speed sequential shooting, and recording sound with still pictures are not available. • The camera itself cannot connect panorama pictures. The OLYMPUS Master software is necessary to connect the pictures.
Page 59: Taking Two-In-One Pictures
Taking two-in-one pictures This function allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and save them as a single picture. This way you can enjoy having two subjects in one picture. Top menu [MODE MENU] Take the first picture while viewing the monitor.
Page 60: Recording Sound With Still Pictures
Recording sound with still pictures Sound can be recorded when taking still pictures. Recording starts about 0.5 seconds after the shutter is released and lasts about 4 seconds. When this function is enabled, sound is recorded automatically every time you take a picture. Top menu [MODE MENU] Take the picture.
Page 61: Changing The Monitor Display (Disp)
Changing the monitor display (DISP) This function displays histograms and lines that help you to compose your pictures. Also, you can change the amount of information that is displayed on the screen. Press the DISP button repeatedly. • Press the DISP button to change the display in the following order. g“Direct buttons”...
Page 62: Playback
That’s no way to record important memories! With a digital camera, you can review your pictures immediately. Just play the picture back as soon as you’ve taken it. If you don’t like what you see, erase and take it again.
Page 63: Playing Back Still Pictures
Playing back still pictures The pictures on a card are played back if a card is inserted in the camera. Remove the card to play back pictures stored in the internal memory. • The last picture taken is displayed on the monitor (single-frame playback). •...
Page 64: Changing The Number Of Thumbnails
Playing back still pictures Changing the number of thumbnails This function lets you select the number of thumbnails in an index display from 4, 9, 16, and 25. Top menu [MODE MENU] Picture rotation Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you turn such pictures 90°...
Page 65: Playing Back Movies
Playing back movies This function lets you play back movies. You can fast forward the movie or play it back one frame at a time. Select the movie that you want to play, then display the top menu. Top menu [MOVIE PLAY] •...
Page 66: Viewing An Album
Pictures stored in the internal memory cannot be entered in albums. You can enter up to 200 pictures into each of the available 12 albums. Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software, pictures on your computer can be entered in an album on a card. (- mode menu Set the mode dial to - and press Z to display the - top menu.
Page 67: Adding Pictures To An Album (Album Entry)
Adding pictures to an album (ALBUM ENTRY) You can enter pictures or movies in an album. Top menu [ALBUM ENTRY] Select the album entry method. SEL. IMAGE Selects one frame at a time for entry. SET CALENDAR Selects a date on the calendar display, and enters one picture from that date into the...
Page 68 Viewing an album (SET CALENDAR Press ONXY to select the date with pictures to enter in the album, and press Z. Select [YES], and press Z. (SET ALL Select [PHOTO], [MOVIE] or [0], and press Z. Select [YES], and press Z. Note •...
Page 69: Viewing Pictures In Albums (Sel. Album)
Viewing pictures in albums (SEL. ALBUM) Press XY to select an album to view, and press Z. • The title image for each album is displayed. Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want. Y : Displays the next picture. X : Displays the previous picture.
Page 70: Selecting An Album Cover (Select Title Image)
Viewing an album Selecting an album cover (SELECT TITLE IMAGE) You can change the title image (first frame in album) displayed on the [SEL. ALBUM] screen. Select the album to change, then display the top menu. Top menu [ALBUM MENU] Press XY to select the picture for the title image, and press Z.
Page 71 (SEL. IMAGE Press XY to select the pictures to undo, and press O. • is displayed on the selected picture. • Press O again to cancel the selection. • Repeat Step 2 to undo multiple pictures. • Press T on the zoom button to display a picture using single-frame playback.
Page 72: Erasing Pictures From Albums
Viewing an album Erasing pictures from albums You can erase pictures entered in an album. Unlike undoing album pictures, this erases the picture from the card. Note • You cannot erase protected pictures. Cancel protection before erasing such pictures. g“Protecting pictures” (P. 80) •...
Page 73: Slideshow
Slideshow This function displays still pictures stored in the internal memory or the card one after another. You can select from 4 different transition effects. In addition, you can view your pictures to the accompaniment of background music. Only the first frame of each movie is displayed. NORMAL The pictures are played back one at a time.
Page 74: Adding Sound To Still Pictures
Adding sound to still pictures Press Z. • The slideshow starts. • The slideshow will not stop until you cancel it by pressing Z. TIPS • During index display, the slideshow is displayed in index format. Note • You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when running a slideshow for a long period of time.
Page 75 Aim the camera microphone toward the sound you want to record, and press Z to start recording. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed during recording. Note • If the microphone is farther than 1 m (3.3 ft.) from the subject, sound may not be recorded properly.
Page 76: Editing Still Pictures (Redeye Fix/Black & White/Sepia/ )
Editing still pictures (REDEYE FIX/ Editing still pictures (REDEYE FIX/BLACK & WHITE/SEPIA/Resizing) BLACK & WHITE/SEPIA/ This function lets you edit still pictures saved on a card and store them as new pictures. The following editing operations are possible. REDEYE FIX Corrects the red-eye phenomenon caused by the flash making the subject’s eyes appear red in the picture, and saves the picture as a new file.
Page 77: Making An Index Picture From A Movie (Index)
(When [ ] is selected Select [1280 × 960], [640 × 480], or [320 × 240], and press Z. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed and after the image is saved, the camera returns to the playback mode. Note • The following cannot be edited with [REDEYE FIX], [BLACK & WHITE], [SEPIA], or [Q]: Card with insufficient space, movies, computer-edited pictures, pictures taken with another camera, or pictures in the internal memory.
Page 78: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv
Playing back pictures on a TV Note • The interval between the frames that are automatically extracted varies depending on the length of the movie. • Indexes cannot be created with [INDEX] for movies stored in the internal memory. • You cannot create an index if there is insufficient space on the card. Playing back pictures on a TV Use the provided AV cable to play back recorded images on your TV.
Page 79: Video Output
TIPS • The close-up playback, index display and slideshow functions can also be used on a TV screen. • You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when playing back pictures on a TV. Note • Make sure that the camera’s video output signal is the same as the TV’s video signal.
Page 80: Protecting Pictures
Protecting pictures You are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erased by the single-frame/all- frame erase function, but they are all erased by formatting. Select the picture you want to protect and display the top menu. Top menu •...
Page 81: Erasing Pictures
Note • When there is not enough space left on the card, [CARD FULL] is displayed and backup is canceled. • If the battery power runs out while the camera is backing up the data, the image data may be lost or damaged. It is recommended that you use the AC adapter. •...
Page 82: All-Frame Erase
Erasing pictures All-frame erase Top menu [MODE MENU] Select [YES], and press Z. • All the pictures are erased. [MEMORY (CARD)] [ALL ERASE] g“Using the menus” (P. 16) CAUTION ERASING ALL SELECT ALL ERASE...
Page 83: Formatting The Internal Memory Or Card
• Be sure that the card is inserted in the camera when formatting the card. • Before using non-OLYMPUS cards or cards which have been formatted on a computer, you must format them with this camera. All existing data, including protected pictures, are erased when the internal memory or the card is formatted.
Page 84: Settings
6 Settings Settings One of the key features of a digital camera is that you can view the pictures you have taken immediately. But that isn’t all. For example, you can customize the startup screen with your own picture, select the beep or shutter sounds, or set alarms.
Page 85: Saving Camera Settings (All Reset)
Saving camera settings (ALL RESET) This function lets you choose whether or not to save the current camera settings after the power is turned off. The settings affected by [ALL RESET] are listed below. The [ALL RESET] setting applies to all the modes. When [ALL RESET] is set to [OFF] in either shooting mode or playback mode, it applies to both modes.
Page 86: Selecting A Display Language
Select a language, and press Z. TIPS To increase the number of languages jYou can add other languages to your camera with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. For details, refer to the help in the OLYMPUS Master software. Changing the startup screen and...
Page 87: Registering The Startup Screen (Screen Setup)
Changing the startup screen and volume (PW ON SETUP) For [SCREEN], select [OFF], [1], [2], or [3], and press Z. No picture is displayed. 1 / 2 A picture is displayed. The picture registered with [SCREEN SETUP] is displayed. If there is no registered picture, nothing is displayed.
Page 88: Setting Screen Colors (Color)
Setting screen colors (COLOR) Select the picture you want to register, and press Z. Select [OK], and press Z. • The picture is registered and the screen returns to the menu. Setting screen colors (COLOR) You can select the screen color (for menus, etc.) from 4 colors. Top menu [MODE MENU] [NORMAL] / [BLUE] / [GREEN] / [PINK]...
Page 89: Setting Camera Sounds
Setting camera sounds ( Setting camera sounds (Beep sound/SHUTTER SOUND/VOLUME) SOUND/VOLUME) Select [OFF], [LOW] or [HIGH] for the camera warning sound. SHUTTER SOUND Select [OFF], [1], [2], or [3] for the sound of the shutter button. You can also set the volume of the sound to [LOW] or [HIGH]. VOLUME Select [OFF], [LOW], or [HIGH] to set the volume for playback of still pictures and movies.
Page 90: Viewing Pictures Immediately (Rec View)
Viewing pictures immediately (REC VIEW) You can choose whether or not to display the picture you have just taken on the monitor. The picture being recorded is displayed. This is useful for making a brief check of the picture you have just taken. Pressing the shutter button halfway during Rec View lets you resume shooting immediately.
Page 91: Adjusting The Monitor Brightness
Top menu [MODE MENU] Note • When the File No. reaches 9999, the file number returns to 0001 and the folder number changes. • When both the folder number and file number reach their respective maximum number (999/9999), the number of storable pictures becomes 0 even if the card is not full.
Page 92: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the date and time This function lets you set the date and time. The date and time is saved with each image, and is used in the file name. Top menu [MODE MENU] Select one of the following date formats: [Y-M-D] (Year/Month/ Day), [M-D-Y] (Month/Day/Year), [D-M-Y] (Day/Month/Year), and...
Page 93: Setting The Date And Time In Another Time Zone
Setting the date and time in another time zone (DUALTIME SETUP) This function allows you to set a date and time in another time zone (dual time), separate from the settings in [X]. After setting, you can switch between the new setting and the time set in [X]. Top menu [MODE MENU] (Setting dual time...
Page 94: Setting Alarms (Alarm Clock)
Setting alarms (ALARM CLOCK) (Switching the date and time Select [ON] or [OFF], and press OFF Switches to the date and time set in [X]. Switches to the date and time set in [DUALTIME SETUP]. TIPS • Changes made to [X] do not affect the date and time set in [DUALTIME SETUP].
Page 95 Select [TIME], and press Y. Press ON to set the hours, and press Y to move to the minutes setting. Press ON to set the minutes. • The time is displayed in the 24-hour format. Consequently, 2 p.m. is displayed as 14:00. Press X.
Page 96 Setting alarms (ALARM CLOCK) TIPS How to shut off the alarm jWhile the alarm is sounding, press any button to shut off the alarm and turn off the camera. Note that pressing the POWER button will turn the camera jWhen [SNOOZE] is [OFF], the alarm stops automatically and the camera turns off after 1 minute of no operation.
Page 97: Adjusting The Image Processing Function (Pixel Mapping)
Adjusting the image processing function (PIXEL MAPPING) The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is not necessary to operate this function frequently. Approximately once a year is recommended. Wait at least one minute after taking or viewing pictures to allow the pixel mapping function to perform properly.
Page 98: Printing Pictures
7 Printing pictures Printing pictures You can print out the pictures you have taken either at a photo store or at home on your own printer. If you go to a photo store, it is a good idea to store the print reservation data on the card first.
Page 99: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)
Direct printing (PictBridge) Using the direct printing function By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out pictures directly. With the camera connected to the printer, select the pictures you want to print and the number of prints on the camera’s monitor. It is also possible to print out pictures using the print reservation data.
Page 100: Printing Pictures
Direct printing (PictBridge) Printing pictures Use the provided USB cable to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Try printing one picture with the most basic printing method. The selected picture is printed using the standard settings of your printer. The date and file name are not printed.
Page 101 Select [PRINT], and press Z. • The [PRINTPAPER] screen is displayed. Press Z without changing the [SIZE] or [BORDERLESS] settings. • When the [PRINTPAPER] screen is not displayed, go to Step 8. Press XY to select a picture, and press O. •...
Page 102 Direct printing (PictBridge) (To cancel printing Pressing Z during print data transfer displays the screen for selecting whether to continue or cancel printing. To cancel printing, select [CANCEL] and press Z. In the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen, press X. • A message is displayed. Remove the USB cable from the camera.
Page 103: Other Print Modes And Print Settings
Other print modes and print settings In addition to the basic printing method, there are also several other printing modes. The paper size and borderless settings can be set in the same print mode. If the following screen is displayed, perform the operations according to the operation guide.
Page 104: Selecting The Picture To Print
Direct printing (PictBridge) Setting the print paper Select the paper size and border on the [PRINTPAPER] screen. SIZE Choose from the available paper sizes on your printer. BORDERLESS Select framed or unframed. In [MULTI PRINT] mode, you cannot select the frame. OFF ( The picture is printed inside a blank frame.
Page 105: If An Error Message Is Displayed
If an error message is displayed If an error message is displayed on the camera’s monitor during direct print setting or printing, see the following table. For more details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Monitor indication The camera is not connected to the printer NO CONNECTION correctly.
Page 106: Print Settings (Dpof)
Print settings (DPOF) How to make print reservations Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date and time information) with the pictures stored on the card. Only the images stored on the card can be reserved to print. Insert a card with recorded pictures into the camera before making print reservations.
Page 107: Single-Frame Reservation
TIPS Relation between printing and record mode when shooting The resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of dots (pixels) per inch (dpi). The higher the dpi value, the better the printed results. Keep in mind, however, that the dpi of the picture does not change. This means that when you print an image with a higher resolution, the size of the printed picture will be smaller.
Page 108 Print settings (DPOF) Select [<], and press Z. Follow the operation guide and press XY to select the frames for print reservations, and then press ON to set the number of prints. • You cannot make print reservations for pictures with A. •...
Page 109: All-Frame Reservation
All-frame reservation Reserves all the pictures stored on the card. The number of prints is set at one print per picture. You can set to print the shooting date and time. For -, print reservations are made for all pictures in the album. Select the album that you want to make the print reservations for, and display the top menu.
Page 110 Print settings (DPOF) (To reset the print reservation data for a selected picture Select [KEEP], and press Z. • If there is no print reservation data, this screen is not displayed. Select [<], and press Z. Press XY to select the picture with the print reservations you want to cancel, and press N to decrease the number of prints to 0.
Page 111: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
8 Connecting the camera to a computer Connecting the camera to a computer Viewing the pictures you have taken on your computer is just one of the many ways you can enjoy your pictures. You can print out your favorite pictures, use the application software to download your pictures from your camera and edit them or organize them by date or category, or attach...
Page 112: Flow
If the data cannot be downloaded from the camera using the USB cable jImage files on xD-Picture Card may be downloaded using the optional PC card adapter. For details, visit the Olympus web site at the address shown on the back cover of this manual.
Page 113: Using Olympus Master
CD-ROM. What is OLYMPUS Master? OLYMPUS Master is application software for editing images taken with a digital camera on a computer. Installing it on your computer lets you do the following: Download images from the camera or...
Page 114: Installing Olympus Master
Before installing the OLYMPUS Master software, please confirm that your computer is compatible with the following system requirements. For newer operating systems, please refer to the Olympus web site as shown on the back cover of this manual. (Operating environment...
Page 115 • Turn off the camera • Open the camera’s card cover Windows Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • The OLYMPUS Master setup screen is displayed. • If the screen is not displayed, double-click the “My Computer” icon and click the CD-ROM icon.
Page 116 “Yes”. • A screen asking whether or not you want to install Adobe Reader is displayed. Adobe Reader is required to read the OLYMPUS Master instruction manual. If this screen is not displayed, Adobe Reader is already installed on your computer.
Page 117 Double-click the “Installer” icon. • The OLYMPUS Master installer starts up. • Follow the on-screen instructions. • When the OLYMPUS Master licensing agreement is displayed, read the agreement and click “Continue” and then “Agree” to proceed with the installation. • The screen confirming that installation is completed is displayed.
Page 118: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
The camera is recognized as a “Removable Disk”. • Windows XP When the camera is connected to the computer, the screen for selecting an image file operation is displayed. As OLYMPUS Master will be used to download images, click “Cancel”. • Mac OS X The iPhoto program is the default application for managing digital images.
Page 119: Starting Up Olympus Master
Double-click the “OLYMPUS Master” icon desktop. • The main menu is displayed. • When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the “Registration” dialog box is displayed before the main menu. Follow the prompts and fill in the registration form.
Page 120 “Create and Share” button Displays the editing menu. “Backup Images” button Creates backup images. “Upgrade” button Displays window for optional upgrade to OLYMPUS Master Plus. (To exit OLYMPUS Master Click the “Exit” • OLYMPUS Master is exited. on the main menu.
Page 121: Displaying Camera Images On A Computer
• The card access lamp blinks while downloading images. Do not do any of the following while the lamp is blinking. • Open the card cover. • Remove the battery. • Connect or disconnect the AC adapter. on the OLYMPUS Master main...
Page 122 Displaying camera images on a computer (To disconnect the camera You can disconnect the camera after downloading the images to your computer. Make sure that the card access lamp is off. Make the following preparations for disconnecting the USB cable. Windows 98SE 1 Double-click the “My Computer”...
Page 123: Viewing Still Pictures And Movies
• The camera switches to view mode and the picture is enlarged. • To return to the main menu, click “Menu” in the “Browse” window. Viewing still pictures and movies on the OLYMPUS Master main Thumbnail...
Page 124: Printing Pictures
Plays the movie. Functions as the pause button during playback. Displays the previous frame. Displays the next frame. Stops playback and returns to the first frame. Plays the movie repeatedly. Displays the volume adjustment slider. on the OLYMPUS Master at the 4 5 6 7 8...
Page 125 Click “Photo” • The “Photo Print” window is displayed. Click “Settings” in the “Photo Print” window. • The printer settings screen is displayed. Make the necessary printer settings. Select a layout and size. • To print the date and time with your image, check the box next to “Print Date”, and select between “Date”...
Page 126: To Download And Save Images To A Computer Without
To download and save images to a computer without using OLYMPUS Master Click “Print”. • Printing starts. • To return to the main menu, click “Menu” in the “Photo Print” window. To download and save images to a computer without using OLYMPUS Master This camera is compatible with USB mass storage.
Page 127: Appendix
9 Appendix Appendix This chapter contains useful information from OLYMPUS. • When you get an error message while using the camera... • When you press the POWER button but nothing happens... • When you want to know how to safely store your special camera...
Page 128: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Error messages Monitor indication There is a problem with the card. CARD ERROR Writing to the card is prohibited. WRITE- PROTECT The internal memory > has no available memory and cannot MEMORY FULL store any new data. The card has no available memory and cannot store any new CARD FULL...
Page 129: Troubleshooting
Monitor indication Possible cause This card cannot be CARD SETUP used in this camera. Or, the card is not POWER OFF FORMAT formatted. SELECT There is an error in the MEMORY SETUP internal memory. POWER OFF MEMORY FORMAT SELECT Troubleshooting Corrective action Format the card or replace.
Page 130: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Preparatory operations Possible cause The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond. The power is off. The battery power is exhausted. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold. The camera is in the sleep mode.
Page 131 Possible cause Corrective action The monitor is hard to see. There is condensation Turn the camera off. Before turning it on inside the camera. again, wait until the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature and dries out. The brightness of the Use [s] to adjust the brightness.
Page 132 Troubleshooting Possible cause The flash does not fire. The flash is set to [$]. The subject is illuminated. The camera records movies. Super macro mode is set. Panorama mode is set. The battery run time is brief. You are using the camera in a cold environment.
Page 133 (Playback of recorded images Possible cause Corrective action The pictures in the internal memory cannot be played back. The card is inserted in When a card is inserted, only pictures on the the camera. card can be played back. Remove the card. The picture is out of focus.
Page 134 Troubleshooting Possible cause The picture is too dark. The flash was blocked by your finger. The subject was out of the working range of the flash. The flash was set to [$]. Select a flash mode other than [$]. The subject was too small and was backlit.
Page 135 Possible cause Corrective action Pictures you have taken do not appear on the monitor. Set the mode dial to q or -, then press the The power is off. POWER button to turn the camera on. The camera is in the Press the QUICK VIEW button or set the mode dial to q or -.
Page 136 Remove the USB cable, and start again from Step 1 of “Printing pictures”. Refer to the instruction manual for your printer. Or, contact your printer manufacturer. Disconnect the USB cable from the camera, and connect it again. Install OLYMPUS Master. Ref. page P. 100 – P. 118...
Page 137: Camera Care
Camera care (Cleaning the camera Exterior: • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth.
Page 138: Battery And Charger
Battery and charger ( This camera uses one Olympus LI-10B or LI-12B lithium ion battery. No other type of batteries can be used. ( 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.
Page 139: Ac Adapter (Optional)
An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer. Use the Olympus AC adapter to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. Do not use any other AC adapter with this camera.
Page 140: Safety Precautions
• Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera’s manual. Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using it.
Page 141 • Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing picture data.
Page 142 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 143 - Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal computers (PC). Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.
Page 144: Glossary Of Terms
Glossary of terms A (Aperture Priority) Mode You set the aperture yourself and the camera automatically varies the shutter speed so that the picture is taken with the best exposure. AE (Automatic Exposure) The camera automatically sets the exposure. The 3 AE modes available on this camera are K (Program auto) mode, in which the camera selects both the aperture and shutter speed, A mode, in which the user selects the aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed, and S mode, in which the user selects the shutter speed and...
Page 145: Image Size
Glossary of terms EV (Exposure Value) A system for measuring exposure. EV0 is when the aperture is at F1 and the shutter speed is 1 second. The EV then increases by 1 each time the aperture increases by one F stop or the shutter speed increases by one increment. EV can also be used to indicate brightness and ISO.
Page 146 Glossary of terms S (Shutter Priority) Mode Also called Shutter Priority AE mode. The user selects the shutter speed and the camera automatically varies the aperture so that the picture is taken with the best exposure. Sleep Mode A mode designed to save battery life. The camera automatically enters the sleep mode if you do not operate it for a certain time.
Page 147: Miscellaneous
10 Miscellaneous Miscellaneous This chapter contains all the camera functions described in Chapters 1 to 8. Refer here for the names of the camera parts and buttons, the names and meanings of the icons that are displayed on the monitor, and the lists of the top menus and mode menus.
Page 148: Menu List
* Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. Item Settings ESP, n o, j, i DRIVE AUTO, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 DIGITAL ZOOM OFF, ON AF MODE iESP, SPOT OFF, ON PANORAMA 2 IN 1...
Page 149 Shooting mode menus (A) Top menu MODE MENU CAMERA ESP/n MEMORY (CARD) SETUP * Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. 2560 × 1920, 2272 × 1704, 2048 × 1536 1600 × 1200, 1280 × 960, 1024 ×...
Page 150 Menu list Playback mode menus (q) (still pictures) Top menu MODE MENU PLAY EDIT MEMORY (CARD) SETUP ALBUM ENTRY * Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. Item Settings +90°, 0°, -90° < <, U REDEYE FIX NEW FILE, CANCEL BLACK &...
Page 151 Playback mode menus (q) (movies) Top menu MODE MENU EDIT MEMORY (CARD) SETUP MOVIE PLAY ALBUM ENTRY * Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. Item Settings INDEX INDEX, CANCEL ALL ERASE YES, NO MEMORY FORMAT YES, NO (FORMAT) BACKUP...
Page 152: Playback Mode Menus
Menu list Playback mode menus ( Top menu Item ALBUM MENU SEL. ALBUM SELECT TITLE IMAGE < VOLUME VIDEO OUT , MOVIE PLAY UNDO ENTRY *1: Not displayed for movies. *2: Not displayed for still pictures. ) (album display) Ref. Settings Page –...
Page 153: List Of Factory Default Settings
List of factory default settings The functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. Shooting mode Information display (DISP) Zoom &, % Flash ESP/n DRIVE DIGITAL ZOOM AF MODE SHUTTER SOUND REC VIEW FILE NAME Playback mode Information display (DISP) <...
Page 154 List of factory default settings Others ALL RESET PW ON SETUP COLOR DUALTIME SETUP ALARM CLOCK VIDEO OUT * Settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold. SCREEN: OFF NORMAL ±0 Y-M-D 2005.01.01 00:00 NTSC or PAL*...
Page 155: Functions Available In Shooting Modes And Scenes
Functions available in shooting modes and scenes Some functions cannot be set in certain shooting modes and scenes. For more details, refer to the table below. Mode Function & Flash Information display (DISP) Optical zoom ESP/n DRIVE DIGITAL ZOOM AF MODE PANORAMA 2 IN 1 Format...
Page 156 Functions available in shooting modes and scenes Mode Function & Flash Information display (DISP) Optical zoom ESP/n DRIVE DIGITAL ZOOM AF MODE PANORAMA 2 IN 1 Format ALL RESET PW ON SETUP COLOR SHUTTER SOUND REC VIEW FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING DUALTIME SETUP ALARM CLOCK VIDEO OUT...
Page 157 Mode Function & Flash Information display (DISP) Optical zoom ESP/n DRIVE DIGITAL ZOOM AF MODE PANORAMA 2 IN 1 Format ALL RESET PW ON SETUP COLOR SHUTTER SOUND REC VIEW FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING DUALTIME SETUP ALARM CLOCK VIDEO OUT Only [Y] and [<] are available.
Page 158: Names Of Parts
Names of parts Camera Strap eyelet Multi-connector g Battery lock knob Battery compartment/Connector cover g Card cover g Card cover lock g Shutter button g POWER button g Flash g P. 41 Self-timer/Remote control lamp DC-IN jack g P. 139 P.
Page 159 GUIDE button g P. 11, 18 QUICK VIEW button g Monitor g DISP button P. 11, 61 Self-timer button (Y) g Erase button (S) g Arrow pad P. 11, 63 Card access lamp Power lamp P. 21, 31, 118 P. 160 P.
Page 160: Monitor Indications
Names of parts Monitor indications The amount of information displayed on the screen in shooting mode or playback mode can be changed by pressing the DISP button. The screen below shows the detail display. g “Direct buttons” (P. 11), “Changing the monitor display (DISP)” (P. 61) (Shooting mode 1/60 1/60...
Page 161 Item 12 Self-timer Remote control 13 Flash mode 14 Sound record 15 Record mode 16 Image size 17 AF target mark 18 Number of storable still pictures Remaining recording time 19 Spot metering 20 ISO 21 White balance 22 Memory indicator 23 Memory gauge Indications <...
Page 162 Names of parts (Playback mode 10 10 100 - 0004 0004 SIZE SIZE 3264 3264 ’05 05. 08 08. 26 Still pictures Item 1 Battery check 2 Memory indicator Album 3 Print reservation/ number of prints Movie 4 Sound record 5 Protect 6 Record mode 7 File number...
Page 163: Index
Index For reference page numbers relating to camera parts, see “Names of parts”. 2 IN 1 ...59 AC adapter...139 AF lock ...23 AF MODE...54 AF target mark ...22 ALARM CLOCK ...94 ALBUM ENTRY ...67 ALBUM MENU ...66 Album playback mode ALL ERASE ...82 ALL INDEX...103...
Page 164 NIGHT+PORTRAIT Noise reduction ...36, 145 NORMAL (COLOR) ...88 NORMAL (Slideshow)...73 NTSC ...79, 145 Number of storable still pictures...26 OLYMPUS Master... 113 Optical zoom ... 38 PAL ... 79, 145 PANORAMA... 57 PC ... 118 PictBridge... 99, 145 ...12, 61 Picture rotation PIXEL MAPPING ...
Page 165 SELF PORTRAIT+ SELF TIMER ...35 Self-timer ...11, 43 SEPIA ...76 Sequential shooting ...52 SET ALL...67 SET CALENDAR ...67 SHOOT & SELECT 1/2 ...36 SHOOTING GUIDE Shooting mode...9 Shortcut Menus...13, 14 SHQ ...25, 28 Shutter priority mode ...47 SHUTTER SOUND ...89 Single-frame erase ...72, 81 Single-frame reservation...
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