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Olympus 200 Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Use of fillers ... 36 Mounting the strap ... 38 Use of the optional Olympus case ... 39 Care and storage ..... . 40 Questions and answers ...

  • Page 3: Preparations Before Taking Pictures

    Preparations before taking pictures Loading the batteries Be sure to the correct batteries, and do not mix new and old batteries at the same time. Remove the batteries and keep them in a safe place if you are not likely to use the camera for long time.
  • Page 4 Note: After inserting the batteries the camera may activate electronically without having set the power switch to the ON position In this switch- ON status, the barrier opens and the LCD panel is indicated The LCD panel will remain on for approximate- ly 4, 5 minutes.

  • Page 5: Simple Operating Procedures

    Simple operating procedures Loading the film This camera is designed to use 35mm film with "DX" coding to automatically set film speed. If no "DX" film is available, use ISO-100 film. To open the back, slide the back cover lock up. The camera back will open.
  • Page 6 Prepare a "DX" film cartridge. Your camera will automatically set itself for DX-coded film speeds ranging from ISO 50 — 3200. (Refer to Page 47.) • In case of non DX film, film speed is automatically set to ISO 100. Insert the film cartridge into the camera.
  • Page 7 Align the film leader with the red Close the camera back. mark.

  • Page 8: Taking Pictures

    Setting the power switch to ON, check that the exposure counter displays "1". • I f the film is not loaded properly, the exposure counter will not show "1" and a display as shown in the illus- tration will appear in the LCD panel In this case, reload the film correctly.
  • Page 9 Set the power switch to ON, which will open the lens barrier. When the camera is not in use, always set the power switch to OFF so that the shutter cannot be activated by acci- dent and the lens barrier will be closed to protect the lens.
  • Page 10 Operate the zoom button to adjust the lens until you see the image you want. When the T side of the zoom button is pressed, the lens will zoom to the telephoto side. (In the telephoto position. the maxi- mum focal length of the lens is 80mm.) When the W side of the zoom button is pressed, the lens will zoom to the...
  • Page 11 Adjust the focus to position your subject within the multi autofocus frame. The multi autofocus system will focus the camera on the closest subject in the multi autofocus frame. Press the shutter release button light- ly and confirm that the autofocus indicator "AF"...
  • Page 12 The subject should normally be positioned within the picture frame. However, if the subject is 0.6m (2 ft.) from the camera, the actual image area is reduced and the subject should be positioned within the close-up correction marks. Close-up correction marks for close range subjects.
  • Page 13 out of focus. • The shutter can still be released even if the AF indicator blinks. Correct and incorrect ways to aim the camera: Be careful not to touch the lens or flash. When using a shoulder strap, be careful that the strap does not obstruct the lens or flash.

  • Page 14: Unloading The Film

    Gently press the shutter release button. If you press the button too quickly, the camera may shake, causing blurred pictures. As soon as your finger is removed, the film automatically advances to the next frame. As the film advances one frame, the exposure counter advances to the next frame number.
  • Page 15 When you reach the end of a roll of film, it is automatically rewound. You will hear the motor operating and the exposure counter will count back until it reads "E". The final reading of the exposure counter prior to rewinding may be more than the number of exposures specified for the film (24 or 36), as you may get 25 shots on a 24...
  • Page 16 When rewinding is complete, the sound of the motor operating will stop and "E" will blink in the LCD panel. Open the camera back. • Once the rewinding is finished, the camera back must be opened before any other operations are possible.

  • Page 17: Automatic Flash Activation (1) Taking Pictures In Low Light

    Automatic flash activation (1) Taking pictures in low light When the flash mode is set to AUTO, the flash will fire automatically when there is insufficient light If there is insufficient light, the flash indicator (orange) will light when the shutter release button is pressed lightly.
  • Page 18 Flash working range: Color negative film will give you excellent pictures in this shooting range because it offers the widest exposure latitude, compensating for over and underexposure more readily than other films. WIDE (38mm) 0.6m-4.1m(2ft-13.5ft) 0.6m-8.2m (2ft-26.9ft) In the continuous shooting mode WIDE (38mm) 0.6m-2.9m (2ft-9.5ft) 0.6m-5.8m(2ft-19ft)

  • Page 19: Taking Backlighted Subjects

    Automatic flash activation (2) Taking backlighted subjects If you are taking backlighted sub- jects, the flash indicator (orange) will light when the shutter release is depressed to tell you that the flash will fire automatically. Make sure to place the main part of your subject in the multi autofocus frame.

  • Page 20: Advanced Shooting Techniques

    Advanced shooting techniques Spot metering This mode should be used when there exists an obstacle in front of the image in the multi auto- focus frame or if the focus- ing object is out of the multi autofocus frame. This mode can also be used in situations where uneven lighting conditions exist.
  • Page 21 Press the shutter release button lightly, aiming at the image desired. Confirm that the "AF" indicator (green) in the viewfinder lights. (In this case, focusing is locked on the spot frame at the center. Exposure is also locked at the same time.

  • Page 22: Auto-Zoom Photography

    Press the shutter release button fully to take the picture. Auto-zoom photography Use this mode to obtain photographs of portrait composition even when the distance to the subject changes.
  • Page 23 Press the SUBJECT button to set the mode to Press the shutter release button. The zoom operates automatically to capture an above the waist portrait of a person before the shutter is released. Working distances: • Outside the ranges shown in the illustrations below Auto-zoom may not function.

  • Page 24: Taking A Continuous Scries Of Shots

    Taking a continuous series of shots You can shoot continuously at a speed of 1 frame every approx. 1.7 seconds (1 frame every approx. 2.5 seconds when the flash is used. Refer to page 17 for the flash working range when in the continuous shooting mode.) Press the SUBJECT button to set...

  • Page 25: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the self-timer The camera should be set firmly, on a tripod, for example. Press the SUBJECT button, and set the mode to lights in the LCD panel. Press the shutter release button lightly, and focus on the subject you want to shoot.

  • Page 26: Auto-S Flash Mode

    Press the shutter release button fully to start the self-timer. The self-timer indicator lights and the shutter will be released in 12 seconds. The self-timer indicator will start blinking 2 seconds before the shutter is released. After the shutter is released, the self-timer mode will be released.
  • Page 27 When " S" blinks in the view- finder while the camera is in either the AUTO or FILL-IN modes, switch to the AUTO-S mode. The blinking " S" will disappear. Press the FLASH button to change the mode to AUTO-S. will light in the LCD panel.
  • Page 28 AUTO-S flash mode working • Hold the camera steady while range. pressing the shutter release button until the shutter is released. • The AUTO-S mode is not can- celled by switching the power switch to OFF. To release the AUTO-S mode, press the FLASH mode button.

  • Page 29: Flash Off Mode

    Flash OFF mode Use this mode in a museum, etc., where flash photo- graphy is prohibited, or when you don't want the flash to fire, such as during the shooting of night scenes. Press the FLASH button to set the flash mode to OFF.

  • Page 30: Fill-In Flash Mode

    FILL-IN flash mode In this mode, the flash always operates. Use this mode for daylight synchro photography or shooting backlit subjects. Press the FLASH button and set the flash mode to FILL-IN. With backlighting, the person's face etc., may be too dark.
  • Page 31 By using the FILL-IN mode, the subject will be properly lit by the flash.

  • Page 32: Multi Flash Mode

    MULTI flash mode In the MULTI flash mode you can segment a motion sequence — such as a golf single shot. Press the FLASH button and set the flash mode to MULTI. The flash will fire four times during one exposure. The shutter speed is set to 1/6 set Use it in low light.
  • Page 33 Working range of the MULTI flash mode.

  • Page 34: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Using a coin, turn the screw to remove the remote control device from the camera. When the remote control device been removed from the camera, blinks in the LCD panel...
  • Page 35 The camera should be set firmly, on tripod, for example. While looking through the view- finder, aim the camera at the subject you want to shoot. With the remote control device in your hand stand where the picture is to be taken, and press the transmitt- ing button on the device.
  • Page 36 The self-timer signal of the camera blinks. As soon as the blinking stops, the shutter is released The allowance time, after having pressed the transmitting button on the remote control device until the shutter is released, can be switched to either 1 sec. or 3 sec. NOTE: The remote control device will be effective for approximately 20 minutes after remov-...

  • Page 37: Use Of Filters

    Olympus Filter set. You can attach these filters to this camera by using the optional adaptor. Olympus offers the following optional filters. (Filter diameter. 35.5mm) (1) Skylight Prevents a blue tone in color photo- graphs taken on fair weather days and provides an overall more natural color lone.
  • Page 38 When the Sunny Cross is used. When the Softon is used.

  • Page 39: Mounting The Strap

    Mounting the strap Use of the optional Olympus case How to put the strap on the camera...
  • Page 40 How to use the case Mike sure to set the power switch to OFF before the camera is inserted into the case.

  • Page 41: Care And Storage

    Care and storage Do not try to disassemble the Do not rotate the camera further Do not touch the DX readoff con- camera yourself. Do not use tacts. Do not put used batteries once it is mounted on a tripod. Use thinner, benzen or organic solvents to into a fire and do not heat, disassem- tripod swivel to vary direction.
  • Page 42 (below -10°C or 14°F). Do not leave the camera near magnetic fields, like on top of a TV set, or radio. In case of malfunction, take the camera to your nearest Olympus dealer or repair center.

  • Page 43: Questions And Answers

    Q: What kind of battery should I use? A: Use two lithium Duracell DL-123A or two Panasonic CR123A batteries. Don't install one new battery with an old one. Change them both at the same time. Q: How long do the batteries last? A: Since long-life lithium batteries are used, approximate- ly 30 rolls (24-exposure, half the shots with flash) can be taken.
  • Page 44 Q: The flash doesn't fire. What should I do? A: (1) Check to see if the flash mode is set to OFF. (2) When the flash is fired too often in succession, flash charging will take longer, and the flash may not fire.

  • Page 45: Description Of Controls

    Viewfinder Power zoom control button Shutter release button Steady grip Autofocus windows Lens Remote control Description of controls SBC light sensor LCD panel Self-timer signal Flash reflector Strap eyelet Lens barrier Tripod socket...
  • Page 46 Flash button Power switch Subject button DX read-off contacts Film take-up spool Film window Back cover lock Film loading indicator Rewind button Film pressure plate Film rewind shaft Camera back...

  • Page 47: Viewfinder Display And Lcd Panel

    Viewfinder display Close-up correction marks Multi autofocus frame Spot frame AF indicator Flash AUTO-S mode indicator Flash indicator Flash mode indicator LCD panel Exposure counter Auto zoom Continuous shooting Self-timer Spot metering Battery condition Remote control indicator...

  • Page 48: Specifications

    WIDE: EV4.3 (F4.5,1 sec.) - EV16 (F11,1/500sec.) panel. ISO50 - 3200 with color negative film (Actual setting at 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600. 3200. For other intermediate film speeds, the camera is automatically set to the lower speed. For non-DX coded film, film...
  • Page 49 Rewind possible at any point with rewind button. Flash: Built-in flash (Recycling time: approx. 0.2 — 3.5 sec. at normal temperature) Flash working range: (ISO 100 color negative film) WIDE: 0.6m (2 ft) - 41 m (13.5 ft). TELE: 0.6m (2 ft) — 2.9m (9.5 ft). Flash working range: (ISO100 color negative film) WIDE: 0.6m (2 ft) - 8.2 m (26.9 ft), TELE 0.6m (2 ft) —...
  • Page 50 OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO.(EUROPA) GMBH Postfach 104906, Wendenstrasse 14-16, 2000 Hamburg 1, West Germany. Tel 040-2377-0 OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO (U.K.) LTD. 2-8 Honduras Street, London EC1Y OTX, England. Tel. 01-253-2772 Copyright © OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD. (Tokyo) 1989 PRINTED IN JAPAN 0088.23MM...

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