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Olympus STYLUS 550WP Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

STYLUS-550WP /

Instruction Manual

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● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to
use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy
optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a
safe place for future reference.
● We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your
camera before taking important photographs.
● In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the
right to update or modify information contained in this manual.
● The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced
during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Instruction Manual μ -550WP ● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    “Direct printing (PictBridge)” (p. 34) “Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 37) Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions ...28 Menus for Other Camera Settings ...31 Printing ...34 Using OLYMPUS Master 2...40 Usage Tips ...42 Appendix ...46 Index ...62 LI-41C Battery Charger microSD Attachment...
  • Page 3 Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 24 to 33) while referring to this page. Three Types of Setting Operations Using the Menu Using the Menu Various camera settings can be accessed through the menus, including functions used during shooting and playback and the date/time and screen display. There may be unavailable menus depending on the other related settings or the selected shooting mode (p.

  • Page 4: Step

    Using the FUNC Menu (p. 22) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 22) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. o button (p. 3, p. 22) Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons.

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions Settings can be adjusted, when a shooting mode is selected. 1 A IMAGE QUALITY ... p.24 2 B CAMERA MENU WB ... p.25 ISO ... p.25 DIGITAL ZOOM ... p.25 R (still pictures/movies) ... p.26 PANORAMA ...

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Microphone ... p. 26, 29 Self-timer lamp ... p. 21 Multi-connector ... p. 33, 34, 40 Connector cover ... p. 33, 34, 40, 51 Strap eyelet ... p. 10 Battery/card compartment cover ... p. 11, 43, 51 6 EN Shutter button ...
  • Page 7 Zoom button ... p. 20, 23 Card access lamp ... p. 48 Monitor ... p. 8, 14, 32, 43 K button (shooting/switching shooting modes) ... p. 14 m button ... p. 3, 5 DISP./E button (changing information display/menu guide) ... p. 3, 22, 23 q button (playback) ...
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display 1600 1600 +2.0 1/30 +2.0 1/30 F3.5 F3.5 Still image Shooting mode ... p. 17, 18 Flash mode ... p. 20 Silent mode ... p. 33 Macro/super macro ... p. 21 AF lock ... p. 18 Battery check ...
  • Page 9 Playback mode display 10 10 1/1000 1/1000 ISO 1600 ISO 1600 100-0004 100-0004 2009.08.26 2009.08.26 12:30 12:30 Still image Silent mode ... p. 33 Print reservation/ number of prints ... p. 37 Recording with sound ... p. 26, 29, 45 Protect ...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. Charging the battery The battery charger included (AC cable or plug-in type) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. If you received a plug-in type battery charger, plug it directly into an AC outlet.
  • Page 11 Loading the battery and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold separately) into the camera Do not insert anything other than an xD-Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera. Battery/card compartment cover Battery lock knob Insert the battery by putting in the marked side fi...

  • Page 12: Using A Microsd Card

    Using a microSD card/ microSDHC card (sold separately) A microSD card/microSDHC card (hereinafter both will be referred to as “the microSD card”) is also compatible with this camera using the microSD Attachment. “Using a microSD Attachment” (p. 49) Insert the microSD card into the Attachment.

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time The date and time set here are saved to image fi le names, date prints, and other data. Press the n button to turn on the camera. ● The date and time setting screen is displayed when the date and time are not set.

  • Page 14: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode) In this mode, automatic camera shooting can be used while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance and so on as needed.

  • Page 15: Viewing Images

    To take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. Press fully 1/400 1/400 Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images.
  • Page 16 Erasing images during playback (Single image erase) Press the D button when the playback image to be erased is displayed. ERASE ERASE CANCEL MENU Press a to select [YES], and press the o button. [K] (ERASE) (p. 30) 16 EN...

  • Page 17: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes The shooting mode changes in the order of P, G, h, s, A each time the K button is pressed. By switching to other shooting mode, most settings set in other than P mode will be changed to the default settings of the respective shooting mode.
  • Page 18 Submenu 1 B PORTRAIT/ F LANDSCAPE/ G NIGHT SCENE M NIGHT+PORTRAIT/ C SPORT/ N INDOOR/ W CANDLE R SELF PORTAIT/ S SUNSET X FIREWORKS V CUISINE/ d DOCUMENTS/ T UNDERWATER SNAPSHOT When the subject is dark, noise reduction is automatically activated. This approximately doubles the shooting time, during which no other pictures can be taken.
  • Page 19 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject, and gently press the button all the way down to start recording. Lights up red during recording Press halfway Press fully Remaining recording time (p. 48) Gently press the shutter button all the way down to stop recording.

  • Page 20: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using the optical zoom Pressing the zoom button adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide Pressing the telephoto (W) button (T) button Zoom bar Optical zoom: 3.0 ×, digital zoom: 5.0 ×. Use of h mode (p. 18) is recommended when shooting with the telephoto zoom.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Brightness

    Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation) The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for G) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain the desired shot. Press the F button. EXPOSURE COMP. +0.7 +0.7 Exposure compensation value Use abcd to select the desired...

  • Page 22: Using The Func Menu

    Increasing the brightness of the monitor (Backlight boost) Press the  button in shooting mode. The monitor becomes brighter. If there is no operation for 10 seconds, the previous brightness resumes. Changing the shooting information display The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, such as for the need of clear view of the screen or for making a precise composition by using the grid...

  • Page 23: Using Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Index view and close-up view Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10x magnifi cation) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom button. Single-image view Close-up view 100-0004 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 Index view...

  • Page 24: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Menus for Shooting Functions Settings can be adjusted, when a shooting mode is selected. K indicates the shooting modes at which the function can be set. The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the appropriate image quality for your application [A IMAGE QUALITY] A IMAGE QUALITY Still images Submenu 1...
  • Page 25 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adjusting to a natural color scheme [WB] B CAMERA MENU K : P h s A Submenu 2 Application The camera automatically adjusts AUTO the white balance according to the shooting scene.
  • Page 26 When the g mark is displayed, you cannot continue shooting any further. Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 frames. Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to make panorama images. 26 EN Selecting sound setting for movies [R]...
  • Page 27 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the focusing on a face [FACE DETECT] B CAMERA MENU FACE DETECT K : P h s Submenu 2 Application Face detection is not activated. This is used for taking pictures of people.

  • Page 28: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Settings can be adjusted, when the image is played back by pressing the q button. Playing back automatically [G SLIDESHOW] G SLIDESHOW To start a slideshow To start the slideshow, press the o button. To stop the slideshow, press the o button or the m button.

  • Page 29: Protecting Images

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Protecting images [0] J PLAYBACK MENU Protected images cannot be erased by [ERASE] (p. 16), [SEL. IMAGE], or [ALL ERASE] (p. 30), but all images are erased by [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p.
  • Page 30 Erasing images [K ERASE] K ERASE Check each picture before erasing to avoid erasing any important pictures you may want to keep. Submenu 1 Application Images are individually selected SEL. IMAGE and erased. All images in the internal memory ALL ERASE or card are erased.

  • Page 31: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    E SETUP MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card. Non-Olympus cards and cards that have been formatted by a computer must be formatted with this camera before use. Submenu 2...

  • Page 32: Save Settings

    Saving the shooting mode setting when the camera is turned off [SAVE SETTINGS] E SETUP SAVE SETTINGS Submenu 2 Application The shooting mode is saved when the camera is turned off and is reactivated the next time the camera is turned on. The shooting mode is set to the P mode when the camera is turned on.
  • Page 33 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the video signal system to match your TV [VIDEO OUT] E SETUP VIDEO OUT The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and regions. Before viewing camera images on your TV, select the video output according to your TV’s video signal type.

  • Page 34: Printing

    Printing Direct printing (PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge- compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and printing out pictures directly.
  • Page 35 Changing the printer’s settings for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 34), then press the o button. EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT Use ab to select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press the o button. Use ab to select the print mode, and press the o button.
  • Page 36 Use cd to select an image. Press a to [SINGLE PRINT] the current image. Press b if you wish to make detailed printer settings for the current image. To make detailed printer settings 1 Use abcd to make the detailed printer settings, and press the o button.
  • Page 37 Use ab to select [PRINT], and press the o button. ● Printing starts. ● When [OPTION SET] is selected in [ALL PRINT] mode, [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed. ● When printing is fi nished, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is displayed. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT...
  • Page 38 Use ab to select [<], and press the o button. Use cd to select the image for print reservation. Use ab to select the quantity. Press the o button. BACK MENU Use ab to select the [X] (date print) screen option, and press the o button.

  • Page 39: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Resetting the print reservation data for selected images Follow Steps 1 and 2 of “Resetting all print reservation data” (p. 38). Use ab to select [<], and press the o button. Use ab to select [KEEP] and press the o button. Use cd to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel.

  • Page 40: Using Olympus Master 2

    OLYMPUS Master 2 folder. ● Browse window appears after starting the software. When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the fi rst time after installation, “Default Settings” and “Registration” screens appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 41: System Requirements

    Operating OLYMPUS Master 2 When OLYMPUS Master 2 is started, Quick Start Guide appears on the screen that helps you to handle the camera without any question. When the Quick Start Guide is not displayed, click in the toolbar to show the Guide.

  • Page 42: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fi x the problem(s). Troubleshooting Battery “The camera does not work even when battery is installed”...

  • Page 43: Error Message

    Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action Card problem Insert a new card. CARD ERROR Card problem Use a computer to cancel the WRITE read-only setting. PROTECT Internal memory problem >...

  • Page 44: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below. Focusing “Focusing on the subject” ● Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture.

  • Page 45: Color Hue

    Exposure (brightness) “Taking pictures with the right brightness” ● Taking pictures using [FACE DETECT] (p. 27) Appropriate exposure is obtained for a face against the backlight, and the face is brightened. ● Taking pictures using [FILL IN] (p. 20) fl ash A subject against a backlight is brightened.

  • Page 46: Appendix

    46 EN Battery and charger • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of batteries can be used. CAUTION There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type.

  • Page 47: Using An Ac Adapter

    Cards compatible with this camera xD-Picture Card (16MB to 2GB) (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) Using a new card Before using a non-Olympus card or a card that was used for another purpose in a computer or other device, use [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 31) to format the card.

  • Page 48: Still Pictures

    Readout/recording process of the card Never open the battery/card compartment cover or unplug the USB cable while the camera is reading or writing data, which is indicated by blinking of the card access lamp. This can not only damage the image data but also render the internal memory or card unusable.

  • Page 49: Handling Precautions

    For additional information on our warranty, please visit to the Olympus website for your local area. Please observe the following care instructions for your camera.
  • Page 50 In order to preserve the water resistant feature, as with any underwater housing, it is recommended that the waterproof packing (and seals) are replaced annually. For the Olympus distributors or service stations where the waterproof packing can be replaced, visit Olympus website for your local area.
  • Page 51 DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.

  • Page 52: Handling The Camera

    Handling the Camera WARNING • Do not use the camera near fl ammable or explosive gases. • Do not use the fl ash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. • You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects.

  • Page 53: Battery Handling Precautions

    DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specifi ed charger. Do not use any other chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. •...

  • Page 54: Lcd Monitor

    Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. • If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use.

  • Page 55: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.
  • Page 56 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world A Type B Type (American Type) (British Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depending on the area, different types of plugs and supply voltages are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
  • Page 57 fi re or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
  • Page 58 (f) Products which do not contain a validly placed and recorded Olympus serial number, unless they are a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, OLYMPUS MAKES...
  • Page 59 SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR IMPAIRMENT. Package the Product carefully using ample padding material to prevent damage in transit and either deliver it to the Authorized Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it postage prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service Centers.

  • Page 60: Specifications

    : Multi-connector (DC-IN jack USB connector, A/V OUT jack) : 2000 up to 2099 : Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 (under OLYMPUS test conditions), available in 3 m (9.8 feet) deep water : Camera can normally be used under water at a specifi ed water pressure.
  • Page 61 Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Standard voltage : DC 3.7 V Standard capacity : 740 mAh Battery life : Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage) Operating environment Temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (charging)/ -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) (operation)/ -20°C to 35°C (-4°F to 95°F) (storage) Dimensions...

  • Page 62: Index

    Index AC adapter... 47 AF lock ... 18 ALL (PERFECT FIX) ... 28 ALL INDEX ... 35 ALL PRINT ... 35 All-image print reservation U ... 38 AUTO (ISO) ... 25 AUTO (WB) ... 25 AV cable ... 2, 33 Backlight boost ...
  • Page 63 NO (X) ... 38 NORMAL ... 24 NORMAL (MENU COLOR) ... 32 NTSC ... 33 Number of prints <x ... 36 OLYMPUS Master ... 2, 40 Optical zoom ... 20 PAL ... 33 PANORAMA ... 26 PC ... 40 PERFECT FIX H ... 28 PictBridge ...
  • Page 64 White balance WB ... 25 xD-Picture Card ... 11, 47 Zoom... 20 64 EN...
  • Page 65 MEMO...
  • Page 66 MEMO 66 EN...
  • Page 67 MEMO...
  • Page 68 MEMO 68 EN...
  • Page 69 MEMO...
  • Page 70 Printed in China VN108701...

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