Olympus Camedia C-740 Ultra Zoom Reference Manual
Olympus Camedia C-740 Ultra Zoom Reference Manual

Olympus Camedia C-740 Ultra Zoom Reference Manual

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CAM DIA
DIGITAL
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C-740
Ultra
Zoom
REFERENCE
MANUAL
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Explanation
of digital camera functions
and operating instructions
Explanation
of how to downtoad images between your digital camera and PC

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  • Page 1 CAM DIA DIGITAL CAMERA C-740 REFERENCE Explanation of digital camera functions Explanation of how to downtoad images between your digital camera and PC OLYMPUS Ultra MANUAL <Click Here> and operating instructions Zoom...
  • Page 2 In the interest of continually right to update or modify information OLYMPUS Ultra Zoom MANUAL an Olympus digital camera. Before you start and a longer service life Keep this manual improving products, contained in this manual. carefully to to your...
  • Page 3 For customers in North For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : C-740 Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Olympus Address : 2 Corporate 11747-3157 Telephone Number :631-844-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE...
  • Page 4 Contents Names of parts Specifications Glossary of terms Index P._0 P.t84 P186 P189...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Names of parts ... Camera ... Viewfinder and monitor indications ... How to use this manual ... 1 Getting started Attaching the strap ... Loading the batteries ... Selecting optional batteries or an AC adapter ... Inserting a card ... Card basics ...
  • Page 6 If correct focus cannot be obtained ... Using the Focus Lock function Subjects that are difficult to focus on ... Recording movies _, ... Zoom ... Using the optical zoom ... DIGITAL ZOOM - Using the digital zoom ... 4 Flash Flash shooting Using the slow synchronization Flash intensity control []...
  • Page 7 Con_n_ Sequential shooting Sequential shooting, high speed sequential shooting and Auto bracketing PANORAMA - Panorama shooting ... 2 IN 1 - Taking two-in-one pictures 2 IN 1 ... FUNCTION - Adding special effects to pictures 6 Adjusting the image quality and exposure Record mode ,_I- .
  • Page 8 Slideshow _[aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa_ Viewing movies [] Editing movies ... INDEX - Creating an index ... EDIT- Editing a movie ... Playback on a TV ... Picture rotation _ Editing stiII pictures ... Resizing E_ ... Trimming Protecting pictures o-..Erasing pictures t_, ... Single-frame erase /_>...
  • Page 9 Contents Measurement units m/ft VIDEO OUT - Video output selection 9 Print setting How to print pictures ... All-frame reservation Single-frame reservation Trimming ,B, ... Resetting print reservation 10 Miscellaneous Error codes ... Troubleshooting List of menus ... List of factory default settings Modes and Shooting Functions ...
  • Page 11 Camera lever Lens (W/T._;;_O,) IL_'P 53,110, P.46 IL_5' P.42 Self-timer lamp E_'P82 E_c'P 55 _r_l/ -- Connector elet E_'P Video OUT jack USB connector DC-IN jack IL_ "P.20 cover I_ 'P.20, 120...
  • Page 12 --Viewfinder [L6'P.12, --Diopter adjustment -- Arrow --Monitor Power switch --Monitor IL_ "P.12, 46 Battery _Battery 30.46 dial _6'P30 [L_5 ' P 82 button (/6 >) IL%'P.126 • @ "P.75, 80 (r_) IL%" P.154 F' P.55 , Flash mode button ?iiFi:;?? pad (_ _@@) E_' P.32...
  • Page 13 Names of parts Viewfinder and monitor indications INFO setting atlows you to select how much information screen. Screens with the information IL_'<'lnformation display '_(P.141) IShootinq modes 16 17 Stitl picture Item 3hooting modes Shutter speed _,perture value Exposure compensation Exposure differential Battery check Sreen lamp =tash stand-by...
  • Page 14 Item =lash rnode =lash intensity control Drive Self-timer Record mode Resolution _,Ftarget mark Number of storabte stilt 3ictures Seconds remaining _,E lock _,E memory Spot metering _Vhite Balance _Vhite baIance ;ompensation Saturation Sharpness Contrast V1emorygauge Indications _>, _, (_, _SLOW1, _,_.SLOWl, _ SLOW2 -2.0 - +20...
  • Page 15 Names of parts OPlayback mode ,_1_, 4- I Stitl picture item Battery check _rint reservation, Number of prints Movie =rotect Record mode Resolution _,perture value Shutter speed Exposure compensation _Vhite Balance Date and time =ile number, Frame number _laying time/ :otal recording time Movie indications...
  • Page 16 • The indications selected and displayed Note those that appear when the movie picture is displayed movie playback function OMemory gauge The memory gauge lights up when you take a still picture. While the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture on the card The memory gauge indication changes depending...
  • Page 17 Set the mode dial to any of the marks shown here Follow the arrows to perform menu operations -- For details on operating procedures, to use the menus" (P.33) ]l.']I _'.al _ d _I_',_. "] [his function _djusts 1 | In the top menu, select MODE | MENU L"++`"F4ow to use tie merlus' (P 33} sharpn_...
  • Page 18 Note • Attach the strap correctly as shown above so that the camera does not fail off. If the strap is attached incorrectly and the camera falls off, Olympus is not responsible injury or damage for any damages.
  • Page 19 This camera uses two CR-V3 lithium battery packs or four AA (R6) NiMH batteries, NiCd batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries. mportant • CR-V3 lithium batteries cannot be recharged • Do not peel off the tabeI from a CR-V3 lithium battery pack •...
  • Page 20: Loading The Batteries

    Note settings - Precautions when using batteries The amount of power consumed operations performed on the digital camera. batteries or alkaline batteries, the camera may turn off without displaying the battery level warning (P.15) compartment lock varies considerably If you use exhausted...
  • Page 21: Selecting Optional Batteries Or An Ac Adapter

    An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming An optional Otympue CAMEDIA-brand digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. Be sure to use the specified AC adapter Use an AC adapter designed to operate on the AC voltage in the area the camera is being used.
  • Page 22 If the battery power runs out while the camera is connected the image data may be lost or damaged Note use the AC adapter when transferring connect or disconnect communicating with the PC • Do not remove or toad the batteries or connect or disconnect adapter while the camera is turned on Doing so could affect the camera's internal settings or functions •...
  • Page 23: Contents

    Comes into contact with the camera's signal read contacts. Compatible cards • xD-Picture Card (16 -256 q'l,,;/ • This camera may not recognize a non-Olympus was formatted Note be sure to format the card on this camera Formatting Cards" (P.139) Make...
  • Page 24: Removing The Card

    Insert the card in the appropriate direction, • Insert the card while keeping it straight. • The card will stop with a click when it is inserted all the way to the end. • Inserting the card the wrong way or at an angle could damage the contact area or cause the card to jam.
  • Page 25 Press the tabs on the lens cap as indicated by the arrows and remove the lens cap. Press the power • The power turns on and the tens extends when the mode dial is set to any mode other than t-_q. The viewfinder turns on _"...
  • Page 26: Startup/Shutdown Screen

    Startup/Shutdown You can register a picture that witl be displayed on the monitor when turning the camera on or off (P 146) If the card is not recognized (card check) When the power is turned on, the camera checks the card automaticaIly there is no card in the camera or a card that is not supported is inserted, the following screen is displayed •AII data stored on the card is erased when the card is formatted.
  • Page 27 You can select a language shows the English on-screen Available language vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. Set the mode dial to P and press the power switch camera on. Press _. • The top menu is displayed Press _ on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU.
  • Page 28: Selecting A Language

    Press _ to select I_, press _). Press _ to select a language, then press _. Press _ again to exit the menu, To turn the camera off, press the power switch. Selecting then Power switch button a language 2, j...
  • Page 29 Set the mode dial to P and press the power switch camera on. Press @. • The top menu is displayed Press _) on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU. Press @_ to select the SETUP tab, then press _). Press @_ to select _), press _).
  • Page 30: Setting The Date And Time Q

    Press to select following date formats: Month/Day), M-D-Y Year), D-M-Y (Day/Month/Year). Then press • Move to the year setting. • The following steps show the procedure used when the date and time settings are set to Y-M-D. Press to set the year, _) to move press setting,...
  • Page 31 To make the camera easier to use, adjust the viewfinder to match the eyesight (visual acuity) of the person using the camera Set the mode dial to _ press the power switch. • The camera and the viewflnder turn on While looking through the viewfinder, slowly turn the...
  • Page 32 Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving. When taking pictures in the vertical position, hold the camera so that the flash is higher than the lens Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash Horizontal grip Do not hold this part of the lens...
  • Page 33 When you turn on the camera and press @, the top menu is displayed on the monitor (or viewfinder) This chapter explains how the menus work, using the P mode screens • [ The top menu is displayed. SHORTCUT • Take you directly to the setting screens.
  • Page 34 1 Press @ to display the top menu Press _). Top menu 2 Press _'_ to select a tab, then press _). CAMERA tab PICTURE tab CARD tab SETUP tab continued overleaf Press (_ to return to the tab selection screen.
  • Page 35: How To Use The Menus

    How to use the menus 3 Press _'@ to select an item, then press _) (£1 The green frame moves to the selected item • Not all items can be selected depending on the status of the camera and the settings performed. Note •...
  • Page 36 eShootinq modes mode Selects a shooting mode from r"q (single-frame (sequential shooting), H I!_ AFE_j3 (AF sequential shooting) [] _;_ A/S/M P modes (Factory default setting) shooting). (high speed sequential and BKT (auto bracketing) mode shooiing), 3, j 5" ¢tD...
  • Page 37: Shortcut Menus

    Shortcut menus OPlayback mode still picture m i!i!! liiii <_ TIPS ... • The functions registered accessed from the MODE MENU. The shortcut menus can be replaced in modes other than E'_F_ I_'"setting in the shortcut menus can also be the shortcut menu"...
  • Page 38 The MODE MENU has 4 tabs Press ,:i_Gz_ to select a tab and display the associated menu items. eShootinq modes Setects a shooting (single-frame DRIVE shooting), shooting), shooting) Setects the tSO sensitivity from AUTO, 100,200 Selects the shooting (Aperture priority shooting), A/S/M priority shooting) shooting)
  • Page 39: Mode Menus

    Mode Menus DIGITAL ZOOM Extends the maximum optical zoom, making possible up to approx. 30x zoom. Keeps the image in focus at all times FULLTIME AF without having to press the shutter button halfway. AF MODE Setects the auto focus method (iESP or SPOT) Allows pictures to be taken as close as 3 cm/1.2"...
  • Page 40 Selects whether to keep the current ALL RESET camera settings when you turn off the ]ower. Selects a language for on-screen display. Sets the picture displayed on the monitor PW ON/OFF SETUP when the power is turned on and off Selects whether to display pictures on REC VIEW the monitor while saving them to a card.
  • Page 41 Mode Menus • Playback mode ,1 The EDIT tab is not displayed during movie playback ALL RESET 8 rT'=q PW ON/OFF SETUP SCREEN SETUP Irm_ _..mm VIDEO Makes the file size smaller and saves it as a new fite Crops part of a picture and saves it as a new file.
  • Page 42 Setects the number of frames in the index display. Turns the beep sound used for button operations and warnings on and off Mode Menus 5"...
  • Page 43 The s hooting modes include situation are automatically settings best suited tothe shooting achieve. You c an c hange the shooting Mode dial Situation-related Full-auto shooting Atiows you to take stiII pictures using no special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure simptest of all shooting modes.
  • Page 44 you to capture facial expressions automatically sets the optimal shooting Landscape+Portrait Suitable for taking pictures of both your subject and the landscape. picture is taken with the background in focus. You can take pictures of your subject against a beautiful sky or landscape.
  • Page 45: Shooting Modes

    Shooting modes Setting-related Program shooting AIiows you to take stitl pictures. The camera sets the aperture and shutter speed Other functions, adjusted manually. A/S/M Aperture priority/Shutter When the mode diat is set to menus. I:L_'"A/S/M mode" (P.63). Aperture priority shooting Allows you to set the aperture manually speed automatically...
  • Page 46 Setting the shutter speed higher lets you capture fast-moving action without blur The subject will be clear and sharp, as if it is not moving M Manual shooting Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually exposure, refer to the exposure creative controt, allowing you to make the settings you need to get the type of picture you want, regardless of optimum exposure, I£_'"Manual...
  • Page 47: Power On/Off

    You can take still pictures using either the viewflnder Mode dial Set the mode I_ A. [] [] _yTA/S/M P press the power _- '"Power on/off' (P24) • The viewfinder Decide the composition picture. dial to _ _'_ _'_, switch. turns on of the or the monitor...
  • Page 48: Taking Still Pictures

    Press the shutter button gently (halfway) to adjust the focus, • When the focus and exposure the green lamp tights (focus lock). • The AF target mark moves to the focused position • The shutter speed and aperture value automatically set by the camera are displayed (except in M mode)
  • Page 49 Taking still pictures The viewfinder --_ If the camera is not used for over 3 minutes, the viewfinder and monitor turn off automatically tever to turn the viewfinder or monitor on. IL_'"SLEEP Timer" (P 144) To adjust the brightness --_ Go to "Monitor brightness IL6 '"Monitor/viewfinder The viewfinder --_ Bright Iight, such as direct sunlight, may cause verticaI lines...
  • Page 50: Using The Focus Lock Function

    When the subject cannot be focused on, you can focus the camera on another point at roughty the same distance (focus lock) and take the picture as expIained below Using the Focus Lock function Mode dial Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to focus on.
  • Page 51: Subjects That Are Difficult To Focus On

    If correct focus cannot Press the shutter button fully. TIPS ... The frame in which you focus on a subject frame in which I£-@_"AELOCK - Locking the exposure" (P78) Fix the focus position. lY.q_"AF LOCK - Locking the focus" (P71) Focus on the subject in the center of the frame.
  • Page 52 This function allows you to record movies. recording or the distance to the subject changes, correct focusing exposure are maintained Mode dial Set the mode dial to _ the power switch. _- '"Power on/off' (P24) • The viewfinder turns on •...
  • Page 53: Recording Movies

    Recording movies /,'!_ • Depending rapidty during recording Note with your camera • if FULLTIME AF is set to OFF, the focus is locked when the shutter button is pressed in step 3, causing the focus of some pictures to be compromised.
  • Page 54: Zoom

    Telephoto and wide-angle optical zoom limit, equivalent combining the opticat zoom with the digital zoom, zoom magnification increased to a maximum of approximately Camera movement is likely to occur at higher magnifications camera with a tripod, etc to avoid camera movement Using the optical zoom Mode dial...
  • Page 55: Digital Zoom - Using The Digital Zoom

    Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM - Using the digital zoom I Discode modO In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) CAMERA --) DIGITAL ZOOM --) ON, and press O. I:L_g'"How to use the menus" (P.33) • Press O Mode dial In the top menu, select DIGITAL ZOOM --) ON, and press _).
  • Page 56: Flash

    Select the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve You can also adjust the amount of fight emitted flash intensity controt J Mode dial Push flash lever • The flash pops up. (_?) flash mode pressing...
  • Page 57: Flash Shooting

    Flash shooting Press the shutter button • In conditions where the flash witt fire, lights Press the shutter take the picture. Flash working range W (max.): Approx. 0.3 m to 45 m (1.0 ft to 14.8 ft) T (max.) : Approx. Function restrictions mode "33...
  • Page 58 TIPS ... The _ (flash standby) --_ The flash is charging Camera movement fill-in flash) --_.When _ (camera movement warning) lights, the shutter speed locks at its current level This helps prevent camera shake problems (shutter speeds that are too slow can cause blur) However, if the zoom magnification increase the locked shutter speed accordingly...
  • Page 59 Flash shooting • Auto-flash (No indication) The flash fires automatically To shoot a subject with backiight, subject. ORed-eye reduction The Iight from the flash may make the subject's eyes appear red in the picture. The red-eye reduction flash mode significantly phenomenon by emitting pre-flashes accustom the subject's eyes to the bright Iight and minimizes...
  • Page 60 • Flash off (<_)) The flash does not fire even in Iow light conditions where flash photography museum. You can also use this mode when you want to shoot a natural- looking twilight or night scene. • Since a stow shutter speed is automatically situations when in the flash off mode, the use of a tripod is Note recommended...
  • Page 61 Flash shooting 2nd curtain (rear With 2nd curtain, tile flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create interesting the movement of a car by showing the tail-lights streaming slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out The slowest possibte shutter speed depends on the shooting mode: M mode : 16 sec.
  • Page 62 I Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) CAMERA --) _SLOW _SLOWl, <_>_,SLOW, and press O, IL_'"How to use the menus" (P33) • Press @ again to exit the menu. _SLOW2,...
  • Page 63 You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting the light emission. Examples include smalI subjects, distant backgrounds, increased contrast is desired. You can adjust the exposure ±2.0 in 1/3 EV steps I Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) CAMERA --) _,...
  • Page 64 Select the shooting mode to be used when the mode dial is set to Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU -) CAMERA -) A/S/M -) S or M, and press O. _6'"How to use the menus" (P.33) •...
  • Page 65 I Mode dial Select mode. I£_'"A/S/M mode _ (P.63) Press _ to set the aperture value. ,g_ : The aperture vaiue increases : The aperture value decreases If the aperture value is displayed the conditions. Take the following displayed in green, the setting will provide optimum exposure) <...
  • Page 66 I Mode dial Select S mode, I£_'"A/S/M mode'_(P.63) Press _ to set the shutter speed, : Sets a faster shutter speed. : Sets a slower shutter speed If the shutter speed is displayed conditions Take the following steps (When the shutter speed is displayed green, the setting will provide optimum exposure) A appears :The image is overexposed.
  • Page 67: A/S/M Mode

    I .odod,a, Select M mode, E_'"A/S/M mode" (P.63) Use the arrow aperture value : The aperture vatue increases : The aperture value decreases : Sets a faster shutter speed. : Sets a slower shutter speed • When the shutter button is halfway pressed, the difference to +30 EV) between the exposure determined...
  • Page 68 When you use _yr£mode, the settings you selected with the menus in My Mode are activated Saving the shooting mode or function settings you want to use in advance lets you shoot with your favorite settings straightaway. settings you are currently using. You can create and save up to 4 different patterns.
  • Page 69 AF MODE - Changing This function allows you to select the focus range of your subject iESP Focus selection is based on the entire picture on the screen when the subject is not in the center of the screen, focusing is possible.
  • Page 70 FULLTIME AF - A reliable FULLTIME AF keeps the subject in front of the lens in focus at all times, without having to press the shutter button hatfway. When ON is selected, the focusing time is reduced, letting you take successive I Mode dial )_t_J-_!_::i_y_S/M In the top menu, select MODE MENU ->...
  • Page 71: Af Area - Changing The Position Of The Af Target Mark

    Focusing applications AF AREA - Changing the position of the AF target mark You can select the area you want to focus on by changing the position of the AF target mark Mode dial Set the AF mode to SPOT, E_'"AF MODE - Changing the focus range"...
  • Page 72: Af Lock - Locking The Focus

    AF LOCK - Locking the focus Registering the AF lock function on the AEL/_] locking of the focus. Mode dial Register the AF lock function AEL/_, I£_'"Setting the custom button" (P 131) Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to focus on and press AEL/E_q, •...
  • Page 73 Focusing applications TIPS ... How to save the locked focus -> Hotd down AEL/_] second The AF memory mark appears. When the mark appears, the tocked focus is memorized. AF memory, press AEL/_] AF lock was canceled. -> Do not operate any of the buttons or the mode dia{ after performing AF lock wil_ be canceled ->...
  • Page 74: Manualfocus

    Manualfocus If auto focus is unable to focus on a subject, Mode dial Hold down _ for more than 1 second. When the focus distance selection screen appears on the monitor, press (_ to select MF, Press to set the distance.
  • Page 75 Focusing applications Take the picture. • The focus is locked at the distance you have set cancel manual Hold down @ for more second to display distance selection Press _) to select • Manual focus is canceled TIPS ... How to shoot ->...
  • Page 76: Metering

    There are three ways of measuring the brightness Digital ESP metering Spot metering Multi-metering Spot metering Modedial Select or _ / I-;-I by repeatedly pressing _ / I-;-I, • If no operation is performed seconds, the selected mode is set and the mode selector screen is automatically exited.
  • Page 77: Multi Metering

    Metering MULTI METERING I Moded,o, When using the camera A/S/M mode, not available any mode except IL_-'"A/S/M mode '_(P.63) • If a function other than AE lock is registered on AEL/_, button lY.4_'"Setting the custom button" (P 131 ) Press _t_/I-;-t E_'"Spot metering"...
  • Page 78 Ex: When metering 2 points (pressing The aperture and shutter speed as calculated from the average values obtained by metering at 2 points These values are recalculated another metering point is added The average for the 2 metering points. The average is aIways shown at the center of the bar...
  • Page 79 This function is suitable for situations achieve, such as when there is excessive the surroundings. For example, if the sun is in the frame and shooting with automatic exposure results in a dark subject, recompose frame. Then press AEL/4 Next, compose your shot again with the sun in the frame and take the picture Mode dial When...
  • Page 80 Position AF target subject you want press the shutter • The green lamp tights • AE lock cannot be canceled while the shutter button is pressed haIfway Press the shutter • AE lock is automatically one shot. TIPS ... ," TO save the locked metered value (exposure) memory) --) After step 2 or 3, hotd down AEL/_...
  • Page 81 Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject (W: 7 cm/2.8" to 60 cm/2.0 ft, T: 1 2 m/39 ft. to 2 m/6.6 ft.). However, in the _ mode focusing is performed quickly. When the optical zoom lever is at the maximum wide position and you are as close as 7 cm/2 8"...
  • Page 82 This mode lets you shoot from as close as 3 cm/1.2" to your subject. Subjects measuring up to approximately monitor. In the sW_mode, normal shooting is also possible, but the position of the zoom is fixed automatically and cannot be changed I Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU -) CAMERA -) s,_ -) ON,...
  • Page 83 This function tets you take pictures using the self-timer. securely on a tripod for seft-timer shooting. pictures where you want to be included in the photograph Mode dial Select by repeatedly • If no operation is performed seconds, the selected mode is set and the mode selector screen is automatically exited <...
  • Page 84: Sequential Shooting, High Speed Sequential Shooting And

    There are 4 sequential shooting sequential shooting, AF sequential shooting shooting modes can be selected from the DRIVE mode menu. Sequential shooting cannot be performed when the record mode is set to TIFF Drive mode : Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed. (NormaI shooting mode, single-frame : Focus, exposure Approx...
  • Page 85: Auto Bracketing Bkt

    Sequen#alshoo#ng Take the picture. • Press the shutter button futly and keep it pressed The camera will take pictures in sequence until you release the button • During sequential does not appear on the viewfinder monitor. Auto bracketing Under some conditions, you may obtain better results shooting with exposure compensation than by using the exposure camera.
  • Page 86 Select the exposure Press _'_ to select +0.3, -+0.7 or -+1.0, then press _. Select the number then press • Press O repeatedly until the menu disappears Take picture. • Press the shutter button futly and keep it pressed to shoot the preset number of pictures shutter button Auto bracketing...
  • Page 87 : The next picture is connected :3" left edge : The next picture is connected : The next picture is connected bottom of panorama shooting with Olympus CAMEDIA- Card) Panorama shooting mode is set pad to choose want to connect...
  • Page 88: Panorama - Panorama Shooting

    Make sure that the edges pictures. • Focus, exposure and white balance are set by the first picture setect an extremely bright subject (such as the sun) for the first picture. • You cannot adjust the zoom after the first picture. •...
  • Page 89 This function aItows you t ocombine taken insuccession and s tore them as asingle picture. You c an c ombine inone p icture• Mode dial in the top menu, select MODE MENU -> CAMERA -> 2 IN 1, and press _), _- '"How to use the menus"...
  • Page 90: In 1 - Taking Two-In-One Pictures 2 In 1

    /,!_ • During 2 IN 1 picture shooting, the panorama and sequential shooting modes are not available. Note • To cancet 2 IN 1 picture mode after the first shot has been taken, press @ The first shot wilt not be saved •...
  • Page 91 This feature lets you add special effects to your pictures during shooting. effects are available. BLACK & WHITE Takes pictures in black and white SEPIA Gives pictures a sepia tone WHITE BOARD Pictures are in btack and white, with black letters on a white background BLACK BOARD...
  • Page 92: Record Mode ,_I

    You can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies Choose the best record mode for your purpose website editing, etc) For details of the different record modes, resolutions and number of pictures storable on the card, refer to the table on the next page.
  • Page 93 Record mode Still Picture Record Record mode Resolution 2048 x 1536 2048 x 1360 1600 x 1200 TIFF 1280 × 960 1024 x 640 × 480 2048 x 1536 2048 x 1360 ENLARGE SIZE 3200 x 2400 2048 x 1536 2048 x 1360 ENLARGE SIZE...
  • Page 94: Selecting A Record Mode

    /,!_ • The card memory capacity listed in the tabte is approximate. The number of remaining Note subject or factors like whether print reservations not In certain instances, the number of remaining pictures does not change even when you take pictures or stored images are erased. •...
  • Page 95 Record mode Press @_ to select the desired record mode from TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1 and SQ2, then press _). Press _ to select the resolution. If you have selected SQ1 or SQ2, press _) after choosing the resolution, then choose HIGH or NORMAL by pressing _.
  • Page 96: 3:2 Resolution

    3:2 Resolution The image aspect ratio is normally 4:3. If the aspect ratio is changed to 3:2, the image can be printed at a photo lab without tosing the image borders When m is activated, the resoIution is 2048 x 1360 pixels, m selected in the TIFF, SHQ or HQ mode resolution is not available in _...
  • Page 97 The h igher the ISO vatue, better its ability toshoot intow light conditions. introduce electrical noise into t he resulting grainy appearance. AUTO Sensitivity conditions 10012001400 With aIower ISO setting, daylight. speeds Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) CAMERA --) ISO, then choose the most suitable ISO sensitivity and press Q.
  • Page 98: Exposure Compensation []

    This function allows you to make fine changes to the present exposure setting using the arrow pad. In some situations, exposure that the camera sets is compensated adjust the exposure in the range of ±20 in 1/3 steps When the setting is changed, you can check the result on the monitor or viewflnder Mode dial...
  • Page 99: White Balance Wb

    Color reproduction differs depending when daylight, the setting paper, the shade ofwhite produced setting the W B (white baIance), Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) PICTURE --) WB, and press _). _- '"How to use the menus" (P33) •...
  • Page 100: Preset White Balance

    Preset white balance Select a preset white balance setting according to the type of light Press to select one of the following settings, then press @. Press @ again to exit the menu For shooting on a sunny day For shooting on a cloudy day For shooting under a tungsten light (3000K)' .
  • Page 101 White balance Press • The white balance is set and the screen returns to the mode menu • To cancel one-touch balance, press @ > Press @ repeatedly menu. ¢Q • When setting the white balance by pointing tile camera at a sheet of white paper, the correct setting may not be obtained if the light =--,i"...
  • Page 102: White Balance Adjustment

    White balance adjustment This function lets you make fine changes to the current white balance setting. Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) PICTURE --) J-_--_, and press _). IL6'"How to use the menus" (P33) • The white balance adjustment appears on the screen The color becomes...
  • Page 103: Sharpness

    This function adjusts the sharpness Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) PICTURE --) SHARPNESS, IL_'"How to use the menus" (P33) Press to adjust sharpness between • To increase the sharpness Press G_, The image contours are emphasized, appear sharper and more vivid this setting when you want to print...
  • Page 104 This function adjusts the contrast of images images with marked differences less differences more vivid. Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) PICTURE --) CONTRAST, and press _. IL_'"How to use the menus" (P33) Press to adjust between +5 and •...
  • Page 105 This function adjusts the color depth I Mode did, In the top menu, MENU --) PICTURE SATURATION, [L_'"How to use the menus" (P33) Press to adjust saturation between • To increase the saturation Press _ more intense • To reduce the saturation Press _ •...
  • Page 106: Noise Reduction

    This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds become slower and noise tends to appear on images When noise reduction automatically reduces noise to produce clearer images time is approximately twice as long as usual Noise reduction can only be used when the shutter speed is set slower than 1 sec.
  • Page 107 During shooting and playback, brightness and contrast of your subject in the monitor or viewfinder. Checking the histogram enables precise exposure pictures. During playback, you can display a histogram showing the brightness contrast of recorded pictures The histogram display can be set separateIy for shooting mode and playback mode.
  • Page 108: Histogram Display

    Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) CAMERA --) [] OFF, and press @. IL_'"How to use the menus" (P33) • When ON is selected, the histogram is displayed • Press @ again to exit the menu. Mode dial Press _ in the top menu.
  • Page 109 I Mode dial Set the mode dial to [] the power switch, E_'"Power on/off' (P24) • The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken. (Single-frame use the arrow pad to play back other pictures. Displays the p revious_'____ p_cture 1<...
  • Page 110: Playback

    QUICK VIEW This function tets you ptay back pictures white the camera is in the shooting mode. This is useful when you want to check shooting shooting quickly Functions available in normal playback VIEW Mode dial Press twice click) while in the shooting •...
  • Page 111 Pictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged times. Mode Select the still picture enlarge. • You cannot enlarge pictures with _. Pull the zoom • Each time you putl the zoom lever, the picture is enlarged gradually • By using the arrow pad while the enlarged picture is displayed, shift the picture in the desired direction,...
  • Page 112 This function lets you show several pictures at the same time on the monitor The number of pictures shown can be 4, 9 or 16 IL_- '"SeIecting of pictures" (P.112) I Mode dial In the single-frame push the zoom lever toward W (_;;_). •...
  • Page 113: Index Display

    Index display Selecting the number This function lets you select the number of pictures in an index display from 4, 9 and 16 Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP -) [] 16, and press @. •...
  • Page 114 This function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another the first frame of movies is played back. I Mode dial Select a still picture, then press 0 to display the top menu. Press _ to start the slideshow. Press to stop •...
  • Page 115 I Mode dial Use the arrow pad to display the picture with _ back. _6'"Viewieg stiII pictures" (P.108) Press _. • The top menu is displayed Press _ to select MOVIE PLAY. ,< Press to select PLAYBACK, • The movie is played back. When playback ends, the display automatically the beginning of the movie •...
  • Page 116 • Press O again after ptayback ends to display the menu PLAYBACK Plays back the entire movie again FRAME BY FRAME Plays back the movie manually one frame at a time EXIT Leaves the movie playback mode Press _Gz) to select PLAYBACK, press O.
  • Page 117 This function tets you create indexes as well as edit movies movies longer than approximateIy in SQ mode INDEX 9 frames extracted from a movie are displayed as an index to show the movie at a glance, indexes can be stored on the card as a stitl picture EDIT This function tets you erase parts of the movie that you do not want...
  • Page 118 Use the arrow pad to select flame of the index _>: Jumps to the first frame of the movie : Jumps to the Iast flame of the movie. _) : Displaysthenextframe be played continuously button down. (_ : Displays the previous frame. The movie can be played continuously button down.
  • Page 119 Editing movies /,W, • The interval between the frames that are automatically varies depending Note • An index consists of 9 frames • You cannot create an index if there is insufficient memory space on the card EDIT - Editing Press _ to select EDIT, then press O,...
  • Page 120 • The edited movie is stored and the screen returns to the playback mode • You cannot edit movies with sound which were taken with another digital camera Note • You cannot select NEW FILE if there is insufficient on the card.
  • Page 121 Use the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded on your TV. You can play back both stitl pictures and movies on your TV Mode Make sure that the TV and camera the Video terminal on the TV using Turn the TV on and set it to the video •...
  • Page 122 • When pictures are compressed the TV screen, a black frame appears picture is output to a video printer via the TV, the black frame may be printed Picture rotation Pictures taken with the camera held verticaIly are displayed horizontally function lets you turn such pictures 90 degrees counterclockwise so that they are displayed vertically Mode dial...
  • Page 123 This function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures foIIowing editing operations Resizing Changes the picture size to 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 and stores the picture as a new file. Trimming Crops part of a picture and saves it as a new file. Mode dial Use the arrow pad to select the still picture you want to edit.
  • Page 124 Trimming ._" Select 4::::1-, t hen press Press to select press Use the arrow pad and to decide the trimming and size. • Press _(_) to move the trimming frame. • Use the zoom lever to decide the trimming size. The trimming frame changes from horizontal to vertical and vice versa when the maximum or minimum size is reached Press...
  • Page 125 Editing still pictures /,W, • Trimming is not possibte in the following Movies, when there is insufficient Note or when the picture was taken with the record mode set to ENLARGE • It may not be possible to trim pictures taken with another camera •...
  • Page 126 You are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them Protected frame erase function Mode dial Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want to protect. IL_'"Viewing stiII pictures" (P.108) Press On. • To cancel protection, press O'_ again •...
  • Page 127 This function erases recorded frame at a time or all the pictures in the card 11, • You cannot erase protected pictures erasing such pictures. Note • Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Check each picture before erasing to avoid accidentally keep.
  • Page 128 All-frame erase This function erases aII the pictures on the card. Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) CARD --) CARD SETUP and press _), I:L_'"Howto use the menus" (P33) Press _ to select _ ERASE, then press _. Press _ to select YES, then press _.
  • Page 129 This function tets 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 on the next page. The All Reset setting (ON/OFF) applies to alt the modes to OFF in one shooting mode, this setting applies to all the other modes, both shooting and playback...
  • Page 130 • Functions that All Reset affects F No F2.8 SHUTTER 1/1000 FLASH MODE AUTO AF/MF LCD _ OPTICAL ZOOM WIDE DRIVE r--I ±1, 3 pictures AUTO/100 A/S/M _SLOW _SLOW1 NOISE REDUCTION MULTI METERING This sets whether the monitor turns on or not when the ALL RESET- Saving DIGITAL...
  • Page 131 Functions listed in the table below can be assigned to the custom button on the camera This makes it easy to jump to frequently functions simply by pressing the custom button without having to select a shortcut menu or MODE MENU from the top menu. AE LOCK (factory default setting) AF LOCK...
  • Page 132 Setting the custom Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP --) CUSTOM BUTTON, and press _), I:L_'"Howto use the menus" (P33) Press to select then press • Press @ again to exit the menu. button a function, CUSTOM BUTTON E"...
  • Page 133 CUSTOM BUTTON Using the custom Mode dial Press AEL/_. • The monitor turns on and the function currently set to the custom button appears Ex: When DRIVE is set on the custom button AEL/r_ When ISO is set to the custom button --,,.The AE lock function cannot be used when a different function is =--- set to the custom button.
  • Page 134 You can set three shortcut menus (A, B, C) on the top menu in a still picture shooting mode (except _'i'_) This is useful when you want to go quickIy to frequently Top menu DRIVE A/S/M _]_1/2/3/4 _SLOW NOISE REDUCTION MULTI METERING DIGITAL ZOOM FULLTIME AF...
  • Page 135 SHORTCUT Setting the shortcut You can set the three shortcut menus designated by A, B and C on the diagram shown right Mode dial Inthetop menu, select MODE MENU _ SETUP _ SHORT CUT, and press _, _'"Howtousethe Press,_'_to then press _. =_-- 2"...
  • Page 136 Using the shortcut When you have set a shortcut menu, you can use it to jump to the setting screen for that function. Mode dial Press @ to display • The shortcut menu you have set appears on the top menu Press _ or _ shortcut menu.
  • Page 137 You can set shooting-related P, A, S or M mode, you can also save the current settings in MY MODE. When the mode dial is set to _yr£ your customized can save up to 4 different settings in MY MODE 1 to 4. Only MY MODE 1 has a factory default setting.
  • Page 138 Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP --) MY MODE SETUP, and press _). _- '"How to use the menus" (P33) Press _ to select the type of setting, then press _). PRESENT Saves the current camera settings RESET Restores the factory defautt...
  • Page 139 MY MODE SETUP • When selecting Press to select then press • The settings in the selected MY MODE are reset. If no settings are saved, MY MODE settings cannot be selected. • When selecting CUSTOM in Step 2 Press @_ to select the item you want to save in MY MODE, then press _).
  • Page 140 This function tets you format a card. Formatting data Before using non-Olympus on a PC, you must format them with this camera All existing data, including is formatted, Make sure that you save or transfer important before formatting a used card,...
  • Page 141 CARD SETUP - Formatting Press to select • The BUSY bar is displayed formatted Never do the following during formatting, to malfunction Note • Open the card cover • Remove the battery • Connect or disconnect =_-- 2" Cards YES, then press and the card is...
  • Page 142 This function lets you display detailed shooting information approx 3 seconds in the playback mode displayed, see "Viewfinder Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) CAMERA --) INFO --) ON or OFF, and press @. E_'"How to use the menus" (P33) I Mode dial Pressing (_ in the top menu displays the full amount of...
  • Page 143 This function tets you adjust the brightness respectively Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP --) Irml..,,, and press I:L_'"Howto use the menus" (P33) Press @_ to adjust the brightness while looking in the monitor or viewfinder, you have set the desired level, press O.
  • Page 144 You can choose whether or not to display the picture you have just taken on the monitor The picture being recorded to the card is displayed making a brief check of the picture you have just taken shutter button halfway during Rec View Iets you resume shooting immediately The picture being recorded to the card is not displayed.
  • Page 145 The camera automatically when the preset time has elapsed with no operations performed activates again as soon as you touch the shutter button or arrow pad. Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP --) SLEEP --) 30 SEC, 1 MIN, 3 MIN, 5 MIN or 10 MIN, and press Q.
  • Page 146 You can turn off the beep sound used for button operations or warnings Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP --) =))) --) OFF, and press @. _- '"How to use the menus" (P33) • Press 0 again to exit the menu.
  • Page 147 You can select a picture to be displayed when the power is turned on and off It is also possible to register your favorite picture (P 147) No picture is displayed. Factory default setting Setects a picture already registered nothing is displayed Mode dial In the top menu, MENU...
  • Page 148 You can register your favorite picture to be displayed when the power is turned on and off The desired picture can be registered the POWER ON/OFF SETUP to disptay the registered picture I£-_'"POWER ON/OFF SETUP - Power on/off display setting" (P 146) Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP --) SCREEN...
  • Page 149 The camera automaticalIy be stored in. Fites can be numbered from 0001 to 9999 and foIders can be numbered from 100 to 999. Examples \D C i M\l*** (100 - 999) • Month: Jan - Sep = 1 - 9, Oct. = A, Nov = B, Dec. = C There are two settings from which you can choose: RESET or AUTO.
  • Page 150 /,'_ • When the FiIe No. reaches 9999, the file number returns to 0001 ... " and the fotder number changes Note • When both the Folder and Fite No reach their respective maximum number (999/9999), even if the card is not full No more pictures can be taken the card with a new one.
  • Page 151 Measurement units /,!_ • If you accidentally again from Step 1. Note The measurement unit can be selected from either meters or feet in the manual focus mode. At long ranges, the camera measures in meters, and at shorts ranges in centimeters.
  • Page 152 You can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV's video signaI type. Select the video signaI type before connecting wrong video signal type, you will not be able to play back the recorded pictures properly on the TV Mode dial In the top menu, select MODE MENU --) SETUP --) VIDEO OUT --) NTSC or PAL, and press O,...
  • Page 153 Or pictures can be printed out at home on a personal DPOF- compatible printer. • Printing on an Olympus printer Printing is possible directty from a card containing without using a PC For more details, refer to the printer's instruction manual...
  • Page 154: How To Print Pictures

    TIPS ... Picture size and printing The resolution of a computer/printer of dots (pixels) per square inch. This is calted dpi (dots per inch) The higher the dpi vaIue, the better the printed results however, that the dpi of the picture does not change when you print an image with a higher resoIution, the size of the printed picture witl be smaller images, picture quality wilt decrease...
  • Page 155 Use this feature to print atl the pictures stored on the card number of prints and whether you want the date and time included. I Mode dial Play back a still picture. • You cannot make the print reservationfor pictures with _. Press r_.
  • Page 156: All-Frame Reservation ,E

    Perform each setting Select Select (_ OSet the number of prints Press _ to set the number of prints, then press _. : Increases the number. : Decreases the number. OSet date/time printing Press _@ to select NO, DATE or TIME, then press @. The pictures are printed without the date and time DATE All the pictures are printed with the shooting date.
  • Page 157 Use this feature to print only setected printed and select the desired number of prints I Mode dial Play back a still picture. • You cannot make the print reservationfor pictures with _. Press _. The _]_ PRINT ORDER screen appears. Press @_ select _]_, then press Q.
  • Page 158: Single-Frame Reservation ,B

    Select the appropriate arrow pad. MORE Sets the number of prints, date/time -->Go to Step 5. SINGLE PRINT Sets single-frame The date/time trimming settings available. --> Go to Step 8. CANCEL Cancels the print reservation I_ "'Resetting Completes -->Go to Step 10 Press to select _],x (number of prints),Q...
  • Page 159 Single-frame reservation OTrim the picture IL__"Trimming'' (P 159) After setting all the print reservations, the reservations. • The screen in Step 3 is restored and r_ appears on the displayed picture Press _ to display the single- frame reservation menu. Press (_ to select END.
  • Page 160 This function enables you to crop part of a recorded picture and print out the enlarged section only Mode dial Press on the single-frame select (trimming) IL_ '"Single-frame reservation" • If trimming has already been set, the screen appears. Press _:_@ RESET, then press @ Use the arrow pad and...
  • Page 161 Trimming Press _ to select OK, then press O, Saves the current trimming size and returns to the single-frame reservation RESET Sets a new trimming size, ->Go to Step 2 CANCEL Cancels the current trimming setting and returns to the single-frame Press to complete...
  • Page 162 This function allows you to reset the print reservation on the card There are two ways to reset print reservation: print reservation data or you can reset the print reservation frames you do not need. Mode dial Play back a still picture Press rD_.
  • Page 163 Resetting pdnt reservation Press @_(_) to display the frame whose print reservation data you want to reset, then press O. • The single-frame reservation menu is displayed Press _ to select CANCEL, • Pri_t reservation is canceled, and the screen in step 5 is restored. If you are finished reservation data, press @ to...
  • Page 164 Monitor Possible cause indication The card is not inserted. NO CARD or it cannot be recognized, There is a problem with CARD ERROR the card. Writing to the card is WRITE- )rohibited PROTECT The card is full CARD FULL No more pictures, movies or information such as print reservation can be recorded...
  • Page 165 OThe camera does not work The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond. The power is off. Press the power switch and turn on the camera The batteries are Reload the batteries correctly. loaded incorrectly. The batteries are Replace the batteries with new ones.
  • Page 166: Error Codes

    The memory gauge Wait untit there is room in the memory gauge is full There is a problem Refer to "Error codes". with the card. The flash does not fire. The flash is Push the flash lever up to make the flash pop up. retracted.
  • Page 167: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The viewfinder or monitor is hard to see. The diopter is not Adjust the diopter so that the AF target mark is adjusted properly clearly visible. The brightness of the Select I..C3!in the mode menu and adjust the viewfinderor monitor bdghtness is not adjusted...
  • Page 168 The settings are returned to the factory default settings when the camera is turned off. ALL RESET is set to Select the SETUP ALL RESET No picture is displayed on the TV when connected to the camera. The video output Set the video output signal according signal is incorrect, where used.
  • Page 169 Troubleshooting • The image quality is poor. The picture is too bright. The flash was set to Select a flash mode other than fiIFin flash. the fill-in flash mode. The subject was Adjust the exposure excessively (-) or change the camera illuminated The picture is too dark.
  • Page 170 The picture has obscured edge(s). The lens was partly Ho_d the camera blocked by your and the strap away from the lens finger or the strap. The picture is out of focus. The camera moved Hold the camera when the shutter button gently button was pressed The subject was too...
  • Page 171 Troubleshooting The batteries soon run down. The camera is being used Jn a cold environment The camera misread the remaining battery power Battery performance deteriorates temperatures. Keep the camera it inside your coat or clothing. When the power consumption the camera may turn off without displaying battery warning Replace...
  • Page 172 e_'_ mode ETUF_ SQ1 1280 × 960, SO2 640 x 480 SHQ 2048 × 1536, HQ 2048 x 1536, YES, NO P139 5"...
  • Page 173: List Of Menus

    List of menus e_/_ /f_/ ,t_/_q/_l_/ A/S/M/Pmode -MODE MENU - CAMERA -- - PbCTURE --T - CARD To the next page -- DRIVE*-- AF C_, BKT_5 -- bSC _ AUTO 100, 200 --A/S/M _z A S, M --_1/2/3/4 MY MODE 1 - MY MODE 4 -- _ -20-...
  • Page 174 e_/_ ,L /[]/l_7/_/ -MODE MENU SETUP -(DRIVE_- _(_-) -(WB)- _1 Not available in [] mode, A/S/M _2 Only available modes, _3 Only available in _ mode _4 Not available in I_ _ _5 Not available in M mode _6 Not available in [] mode.
  • Page 175 L_tofmenus mode - MODE MENU - CAMERA - PbCTURE _ - CARD - SETUP - DIGITAL ZOOM -WB- AUTO 100, 200 bSC _ FULLTbMEAF-- OFF, ON s_-- OFF, ON FUNCTION-- OFF, BLACK & WHITE, SEPIA 7- +7 CONTRAST-- -5 - +5 t_ SHARPNESS-- -5 - +5 SATURATION--...
  • Page 176 Ol'_ mode (still pictures) -MODE MENU EDIT CARD SETUP -INFO 640 x 480. 320 x 240 CANCEL NEW FILE, CANCEL CARD SETUPI ALL ERASE, FORMAT --ALL RESETI OFF, ON -- _- ENGLISH F_NCAIS, DEUTSCH, ESPANOL -- PW ON/OFF SETUPI OFF, 1 2 -- SCREEN SETUP -- [_! -- _)
  • Page 177 List of menus mode (movies) - MODE MENU - MOV}E PLAY -INFO CARD CARD SETUP-- SETUP --ALL RESET-- -- O_- -- PW ON/OFF SETUP-- - [_,! -_:) -- VIDEO OUT-- =)))- MOVIE PLAYBACK-- INDEX- EDIT ALL ERASE, P127 FORMAT OFF, ON P 128 ENGLISH FRANCAIS,...
  • Page 178 The functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. • Shooting mode F No. SHUTTER ZOOM FLASH _ / lZ:} AFIMF DRIVE A/S/M _]_11213/4 _SLOW NOISE REDUCTION MULTI METERING DIGITAL ZOOM FULLTIME MODE s_-_ PANORAMA 2 IN 1 FUNCTION AF AREA INFO...
  • Page 179 List of factory default settings TIFF SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION VIEW SLEEP FILE NAME m/ft SHORT CUSTOM BUTTON ePlayback mode INFO 2048 × 1536 2048 × 1536 2048 x 1536 1280 x 960 NORMAL x 480 NORMAL AUTO ±o ±0 ±0 ±0 3 MIN RESET...
  • Page 180 OOthers RESET PW ON/OFF SETUP _1:_ ...mm VIDEO II)) Settings differ according to the region where the camera List of factory ENGLISH NORMAL Y-M-D 2003.01 00:00 is sold. default settings 5" 1 9j...
  • Page 181 In _yr£mode, available functions vary depending on the modes set in the MY MODE SETUP menu. Mode A/S/M Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM Focus lock MODE FULLTIME AREA Manual focus AUTO _ SLOW1 _ @iSLOW ,_. SLOW2 _ SLOW MULTi METERING lock A/S/M...
  • Page 182: Modes And Shooting Functions

    M_de PANORAMA 2IN1 BLACK&WHITE SEPIA WHITE BOARD BLACK BOARD SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION NOISE REDUCTION INFO RESET ON/OFF SETUP VtEW SLEEP MODE SETUP Modes and Shooting Functions 5" 181j...
  • Page 183 Modes and Shooting Functions M de FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING t1::31 m/fl VIDEO SHORT CUSTOM BUTTON .))) AvaiIable -- : Not available _1 Cannot be selected in [] _2 Cannot be selected in [] mode. _3 Cannot be selected in _y_ mode. mode...
  • Page 184 • After Turn off the power and fit the lens cap on the lens. If you are not going to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries. • Cleaning the camera Turn off the camera, Ir.-_'P.24 Remove the batteries, adapter, unplug...
  • Page 185 Approx. 99 frames (SQI: Approx. 331 frames (SQ2:640 3,200,000 pixels 1/2.5" CCD solid-state pixels (gross) Olympus tens 63 mm to 63 mm, f28 to f37, 11 elements in 7 groups (equivalent to 38 mm to 380 mm lens on a 35 mm camera) Digital ESP metering, Spot metering system f28 to f8.0...
  • Page 186: Specifications

    Auto focus : TTL system autofocus Contrast detection Outer connector : DC-IN jack, USB connector jack Automatic calendar Up to 2099 system Operating environment Temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (operation) -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) (storage) Humidity : 30% to 90% (operation)/10% Power supply...
  • Page 187 A (Aperture Priority) You set the aperture yourseIf and tile camera automatically speed so that the picture is taken with the best exposure. AE (Automatic Exposure) The camera automaticalty this camera are P 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 seIects the shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture...
  • Page 188: Glossary Of Terms

    DPOF (Digital Print Order This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format.
  • Page 189 Glossary of terms JPEG (Joint Photographic A compression format for color still images this camera are recorded onto the card in JPEG format when the Record mode is set to SHQ, HQ, SQ1 or SQ2. By downloading personal computer, users can edit them using graphics application or view the images using an Internet web browser M (Manual) Mode...
  • Page 190 3:2 ... AC adapter AE lock _ AE memory _ AEL/custom button AEL/_ AF AREA ... AF lock ... AF MODE ... AF sequential shooting AFE_] AF target mark ... AIkaIine battery ... ALL RESET ... AII-frame erase _1_" ... All-frame reservation Aperture...
  • Page 191: Index

    Index Formatting Front curtain _. SLOW1 ... Front curtain with red-eye reduction <_ _.SLOWl Full-auto shooting _ FULLTIME AF ... Fully pressed ... FUNCTION Green lamp ... Halfway pressed ... High quaIity ... High speed sequential shooting HII_3 Histogram display [] HQ ...
  • Page 192 Ptaying back movies ... PIaying back pictures on a TV ... Portrait shooting _ Power switch ... Preset white balance ... Print button 43_... Print reservation Program shooting P ... Protect button O-n ... Protecting PW ON/OFF SETUP ... QUICK VIEW ... Rear curtain _SLOW2 REC VIEW ...
  • Page 193 Index White balance WB ... White balance adjustment WHFE BOARD ... xD-Picture Card ... Zoom lever ... 54, 110, 111...
  • Page 194 Our phone customer support (Monday to Friday) ET E-Mail: distec@olympus Olympus software updates can be obtained OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) Premises/Goods delivery: Tel +49 (0) 40-23 77 30/+49 (0) 40-23 77 33 Letters: Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, European...
  • Page 195 OLYMPUS CAMEDIA I o Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera, • This manual provides instructions on how to install the USB driver. To ensure correct installation, refer on!Y to these installation pr0cedures.
  • Page 196 However, please contact your local Olympus laws to duplicate in part or in whole except for personal use. Reproduction owner is prohibited. in this manual may differ slightly...
  • Page 198 By connecting the camera to a computer with the provided USB cabte, images on a card can be transferred systems) may need a special setup before connecting first time. Follow the chart beIow 98 SE Second Edton Windows 98/ driver for Windows InstaIling the USB 98 (p9) Connecting...
  • Page 199 • When connecting sufficient remaining computer, the camera does not enter the sleep mode nor will the camera's Caution power turn off automatically battery power runs out or the internal temperature stop operating automafically. malfunction, and any image data (file) being transmitted careful when downloading adapter (optional) when downloading •...
  • Page 200 Identify the OS on your computer before connecting identify the OS depends on the computer •Windows Double-click the "My Computer" icon on your desktop. When the 'My computer '_icon is not on your desktop, click "Control from the "Start" menu Double-click "Control Panel"...
  • Page 201 A System Properties appear. Note and record the "System:" information. Confirm that your system is Windows 98, 98 SE, Me, 2000 Professional Windows XP, then press "OK" to close the window. If your OS is Windows driver for Windows 98" ([d_!¢ p.9). Users running Windows Users running other OS I:_ _ p.31 •...
  • Page 202 eYour computer is turned on and Windows • If you are running any applications, • You are recommended If the battery power runs out while the computer is accessing camera, the camera witl turn off in the middle of the operation and this could destroy image flies (data).
  • Page 203 If your OS is Windows driver. Proceed to "Connecting Insert the provided software into your CD-ROM The Olympus Windows should automatically "USB Driver". If the USB driver is aIready installed in...
  • Page 204 Insta/lingthe USB driverfor Windows98(When using Windows98/98SE) Click "Continue". of the USB driver will start. Click "OK" to restart your computer and the installation When the computer Olympus Windows remove the CD-ROM The installation is complete. has restarted, installation Installer screen appears, click "Close"...
  • Page 205 Users running Windows connecting the camera to your computer for the first time. (1_1_1_1_1_1_1_1_1_' Insert the marked end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer The location of the USB port varies depending refer to your computer's After making sure...
  • Page 206 Connectingthe camera tothe computer Turn the camera on. • Camera with a lens barrier The power turns on automatically, with the exception which require you to press the @ (monitor) button When the camera is turned on, the lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights up •...
  • Page 207 You may also setect "take no action" to bypass the Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard. You may then use a more advanced image viewing/edRing program such as Olympus CAMEDIA software. For detailed instructions on downloading, CAMEDIA Master software user's guide are functional.
  • Page 208 Disk" icons for other is recognized as another "Removable Disk" If you cannot find the icon, the camera Writer. In this case, the digital camera and computer are not connected properly. Turn the camera off, disconnect the camera from the computer and connect again, or proceed to "Confirming...
  • Page 209 if the computer does not recognize the camera as a Removable the procedure below to check whether the USB driver has been fully installed Open "My Computer" and double-click "Control Panel" icon, For users running Windows XP, open "Control Panel" from the "Start"...
  • Page 210 Confirmingthe USBdriver is installed Confirm that "OLYMPUS Camera" is in the "Universal Bus Controller" If you cannot find the "OLYMPUS Digital Camera", turn the camera off, disconnect the camera from the computer and start again. Users running Windows start again from "Confirming...
  • Page 211 Double-click the "Removable icon. A new "Removable when the camera is connected computer, as the digital camera is recognized as a "Removable If an error message problem with one of the following: 0) the camera's the battery power is low)
  • Page 212: File Name

    Downloading images to your computer Double-click Image flies (JPEG names such as "P1010001 displayed. • The camera automatically to the following Folder (Example) !._oly Serial number • Serial numbers • Serial numbers • When file number 9999 is reached, the next number. •...
  • Page 213 =My Documents" displayed. Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case, P1010012.jpg) to the "My Documents" window. The image is saved in the computer (in My Documents folder) • To select all flies, choose Edit > Select all. When the image file has been downloaded images by double-clicking files will be opened...
  • Page 214 if your OS is Windows p.21) • Windows 98 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder access lamp is not blinking, Some camera models have either a lamp on the right of the viewfinder or a card access tamp, and the Iocation varies depending on the model Refer to your camera's manual.
  • Page 215 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Remove the USB cable from the camera. Remove the USB cable from your computer. • Windows Me/2000/XP Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.
  • Page 216 Disconnecting the camera from your computer 2 C,ckthe @ "Unplug orEject Hardware" icon on the task bar. The message saying that the drive has been stopped appears Click on the message. The "Unplug or Eject Hardware" window appears. "f When a message "OK".
  • Page 217 OS • The image file properties • Images in the camera cannot be opened without first downloading them For more details, visit the Olympus web site Connecting the camera to the computer ... Downloading images to your computer ...
  • Page 218 Insert the marked end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer as shown below. The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer. For details, refer to your computer's manual After making sure that the camera is turned off, connect the end of the USB cable to the USB connector The location of the USB connector or mutti connector on the camera model...
  • Page 219 Turn the camera on. • Camera with a lens barrier The power turns on automatically, with the exception which require you to press the (@ (monitor) button When the camera is turned on, the green lamp on the right of the viewflnder lights up •...
  • Page 220 • Mac OS 9 You can downIoad images from the camera and save them in your computer (in this case, in the Hard Disk). Double-click the "Untitled" displayed on the desktop camera is connected computer. If you cannot find this icon. or if an error message click the icon, there may be a problem O the camera's the battery power is low)
  • Page 221 Image flies (JPEG flies) with flies names such as "P1010001 .JPG '_are displayed. • The camera automatically to the following Folder name (Example) IO00LYMP Serial number • Serial numbers • Serial numbers • When file number 9999 is reached, a new folder is created and assigned the next number.
  • Page 222 Downloading images to your computer =Hard Disk" Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case, P1010012,JPG) "Hard Disk" window. The image is saved in the computer (in the Hard disk). • To select aII images, click Edit >...
  • Page 223 • Mac OS X Malfunctions such as the following may occur due to the OS. • If the camera is not connected computer. • Date and time information • If the card cover of the camera is opened white connecting to the computer, the "untitled '_icon does not disappear When the computer has recognized software dialog appears.
  • Page 224 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder access lamp is not blinking. Drag the "untitled" desktop to "Trash", Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder lamp is not blinking. Remove the USB cable from the camera.
  • Page 225 Users running other OS cannot connect the camera directly to a computer • Windows • Windows You can download images directly to your computer using an optional floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter • • Mac OS before OS 9 •...
  • Page 226 Our phone customer support (Monday to Friday) ET E-Mail: distec@olympus Olympus software updates can be obtained OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) Premises/Goods delivery: Tel +49 (0) 40-23 77 30/+49 (0) 40-23 77 33 Letters: Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, European...

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