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Summary of Contents for Olympus 102455 - Stylus Zoom 115 QD DLX Date 35mm Camera
- Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing an Olympus camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to obtain optimum performance and a longer service life from the unit. Indicates circumstances under which mishandling resulting from ignoring this symbol could result in personal injury or property damage.
- Page 3 Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use. We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs. MAIN FEATURES Built-in 38mm ~ 115mm 3X zoom lens. Quartzdate or time imprinting. Weatherproof.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Names and functions of parts..........6 PREPARATIONS Viewfinder display/LCD panel........... 8 Diopter adjustment..............9 Using the strap/soft case............9 Outline of operations ............10 Loading the battery..............13 Checking the battery..............14 Points to remember..............15 Loading the film ..............17 BASIC OPERATIONS Taking pictures................ - Page 5 Taking panorama pictures*............. 29 Using the flash modes............33 ADVANCED TECHNIQUES Auto Flash ................ 35 Red-eye Reducing Flash............36 OFF (Flash Override)............37 Fill-In Flash (Forced Activation)........... 38 Night Scene Flash............39 Red-eye Reducing Night Scene Flash Mode.... 40 Spot................41 Selftimer..............
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Page 6: Names And Functions Of Parts
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS Shutter release button (p. 16.) Zoom lever (p. 21.) Zooms in — telephoto. Zooms out — wide-angle. Viewfinder Strap eyelet Light sensor* Lens barrier Autofocus windows* Lens* Selftimer Indicator LCD panel (Date/time indicator) (p. 8.) Flash* Selftimer/remote control button (p. - Page 7 Diopter adjustment dial (p 9.) Quartzdate mode buttons (p. 46.) Panorama switch* (p. 29.) Viewfinder (p. 8.) Back cover Mid-roll rewind button (p. 28.) Tripod socket Battery compartment cover Back cover release (p. 17.) Film window Green lamp Orange lamp *DLX model only...
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Page 8: Viewfinder Display/Lcd Panel
VIEWFINDER DISPLAY/LCD PANEL Autofocus mark Viewfinder Display Position your subject within Close-up correction marks the autofocus mark. At a close distance, your subject must be LCD Panel positioned within the Date/time indicator close-up correction marks. Spot (p. 41.) Orange lamp Exposure counter (p. -
Page 9: Diopter Adjustment
DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT To Adjust the Viewfinder to Compensate for Near-and-Far-sighted Vision Turn the diopter adjustment dial until the viewfinder display becomes clear. Turn to the right if you are far-sighted or to the left if you are near-sighted. USING THE STRAP/SOFT CASE Attaching the strap. -
Page 10: Outline Of Operations
OUTLINE OF OPERATIONS Basic Shooting Procedures Load a battery (p. 13). Open the back cover (p. 17). Load the film (p. 17). (Use of ISO 400 film is recommended.) Close the back cover. The film automatically advances to the first frame (p. - Page 11 Open the lens barrier until you feel a click (p. 19). 6 .. Make sure the exposure counter on the LCD panel reads (p. 19). Press the zoom lever for telephoto or wide-angle photography (p. 21). Place the autofocus mark on the subject you want to photograph (p.
- Page 12 Depress the shutter release button halfway to make sure the green lamp lights (p. 22). Depress the shutter release button fully to take a picture (p. 23). When the film reaches the end, it will automatically rewind (p. 28). Open the back cover to remove the rewound film (p.
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Page 13: Loading The Battery
LOADING THE BATTERY Close the lens barrier. Push OPEN open the battery compartment cover Insert the new battery correctly as shown and close the battery compartment cover tightly. Use a 3 V lithium battery (DL 123A, CR123A, or equivalent.) About 15 rolls of film can be used with one new battery. (p. -
Page 14: Checking The Battery
CHECKING THE BATTERY Open the lens barrier as shown until you feel a click. Check the remaining battery power. Display Meaning Battery is OK. lights (and turns off automatically). You can shoot. blinks and other Battery power is low and indicators on the LCD panel battery should be replaced. -
Page 15: Points To Remember
POINTS TO REMEMBER Hold the Camera Correctly. Correct. Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping elbows at sides to prevent the camera from shaking. Correct. In the vertical position, hold the camera with its flash positioned at the top. Incorrect. - Page 16 Proper Shutter Release. Practice before loading the film. Depress the shutter release button halfway to lock the focus. The green lamp next to the viewfinder lights. Depress the shutter release button fully to release the shutter and take the picture. Cautions: Press the shutter release button gently.
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Page 17: Loading The Film
LOADING THE FILM Slide the back cover release upward to open the back cover. Do not touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens. If there is dust or dirt on the lens, remove it with a blower brush. Insert the film cartridge, making sure the film is lying flat. - Page 18 Correct. Make sure the film is lying flat before closing the back cover. Incorrect. If the film is not lying flat as shown, the film may not advance to the first frame. Caution: Do not touch the plastic parts near the take-up spool.
- Page 19 Align the film leader with the mark and close the back cover. The film automatically advances to the first frame. The film does not overlap any of the positioning guides shown on the left. Open the lens barrier until you feel a click.
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Page 20: Taking Pictures
TAKING PICTURES Open the lens barrier until you feel a click. The lens extends slightly, the flash pops up, and the LCD panel activates. When the flash is held down, the two indicators next to the viewfinder blink. The camera will not activate, The display also goes out. - Page 21 Aim the camera at your subject. Use the zoom lever for telephoto or wide angle photography. How to Use the Zoom Lever: Telephoto: Pull the lever to the "T" side to zoom in. Maximum telephoto focal length: 115 mm Wide angle: Push the lever to the "W"...
- Page 22 Position the autofocus mark on your subject. Autofocus mark Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder. Depress the shutter release button halfway to adjust the focus. Focus has been correctly adjusted and the green lamp lights. Exposure also will be adjusted automatically.
- Page 23 Depress the shutter release button fully to take the picture. The film automatically advances to the next frame. This camera has a built-in multi-beam autofocus system. With this system, the camera automatically sets the focus on a subject even in compositions where the subject may not be in the center of the frame.
- Page 24 Close-up Correction Picture frame Close-up correction marks Image area of picture at 0.6 m/2ft The viewfinder's picture frame shows the area that can be shot for subjects at . However, the picture area will move lower in the viewfinder as you get closer to the subject.
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Page 25: Using The Focus Lock
USING THE FOCUS LOCK To avoid taking out-of-focus pictures When the main subject is not within the autofocus mark. Use the focus lock. The autofocus mark must be positioned on the subject in this case, the camera will focus on the background behind the subjects and the subjects will be out of focus. - Page 26 Reposition your subjects in the picture frame while keeping the shutter release button depressed halfway. Then press the shutter release button fully. Difficult Autofocus Subjects Glossy or reflective surfaces Black objects Subjects behind glass or wire mesh Flames, smoke, etc. Sunlight or excessively bright light within the picture area In such situation as the above, use the focus lock by...
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Page 27: After Shooting
AFTER SHOOTING Close the lens barrier slowly and carefully. The lens and flash will retract automatically. Close the lens barrier completely. The display goes out. Caution: Do not forcibly close the lens barrier as it will interfere with lens retraction. -
Page 28: Unloading The Film
UNLOADING THE FILM The camera automatically rewinds the film when you reach the end of a roll. After the motor stops and starts blinking on the LCD panel, open the back cover and remove the film. Notes: The number of exposures remaining decreases during winding. -
Page 29: Taking Panorama Pictures
TAKING PANORAMA PICTURES DLX model only Set the switch to PANORAMA to engage the Panorama mode. Set the switch back to the original position to restore the Standard mode. Caution: Do not touch the sliding PANORAMA borders inside the camera when the back cover is open in the Panorama mode to avoid malfunction. - Page 30 CLOSE-UP CORRECTION IN THE PANORAMA MODE DLX model only At about 0.6 m (2.0 ft.) the shaded area in the illustration becomes the image area.
- Page 31 Date or time can be imprinted even in the Panorama mode. Digits on Panorama prints are larger than on standard prints. When you run out of the stickers for the cartridge, ask your nearest Olympus service center.
- Page 32 HOW TO GET PANORAMA PRINTS DLX model only For Film Shot Only in Panorama Mode Please affix the sticker A and be sure to ask specifically for Panorama prints from your processing lab. PANORAMA For Film Shot in Both Panorama and Standard Modes It is possible to have all pictures printed in standard format.
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Page 33: Using The Flash Modes
USING THE FLASH MODES This camera has six flash modes. Select the flash mode according to your shooting conditions and needs. How to select the flash mode: As you press the FLASH mode button, the mode switches as shown on p. 34. The selected flash mode is displayed on the LCD panel. - Page 34 Auto Flash mode: Automatically fires in low-light and backlit conditions. (p. 35) Red-eye Reducing Flash mode: Significantly reduces the phenomenon of "red-eye" (when a subject's eyes appear red in flash photos). (p. 36) Off (Flash Override) mode: The flash does not fire. (p. 37) Fill-in Flash (Forced Activation) mode: Fires regardless of available light.
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Page 35: Auto Flash
AUTO FLASH The flash fires automatically in dark places and backlit conditions. The orange lamp in the upper right of the viewfinder lights when the shutter release button is depressed halfway. Notes: When the orange lamp is blinking, the flash is being recharged and the shutter release button won't release. -
Page 36: Red-Eye Reducing Flash
RED-EYE REDUCING FLASH Significantly reduces the phenomenon of "red-eye" (when subject's eyes appear red in flash photography). In the flash mode, the camera will fire a series of low-power pre-flashes before the regular flash. This makes the subject's pupils contract, significantly reducing red-eye. -
Page 37: Off (Flash Override)
OFF (Flash Override) When you don't want the flash to fire even in the dark or when you want to shoot such subjects as fireworks. In the Flash-Off mode, the flash does not fire even in low-light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited or in twilight or night scenes. -
Page 38: Fill-In Flash (Forced Activation)
FILL-IN FLASH (Forced Activation) When you want to fire the flash every shot. In the Flash mode, the flash fires regardless of available light. For example, this mode can be used to brighten up a subject's shaded face or under artificial lighting such as back-lit, fluorescent light. -
Page 39: Night Scene Flash
NIGHT SCENE FLASH Both people and night scenes can be clearly photographed in this mode. When taking pictures of people with a night background, this mode produces clear images of both. Notes: Since a slow shutter speed (down to 4 seconds) is automatically selected in low-light situations, use a tripod to prevent blurred pictures caused by camera shake. -
Page 40: Red-Eye Reducing Night Scene Flash Mode
RED-EYE REDUCING NIGHT SCENE FLASH MODE Significantly reduces the "red-eye" phenomenon often seen when people are photographed against a night background. The camera will fire a series of 10 pre-flashes before the flash fires. This makes the subject's pupils contract, significantly reducing the red-eye. Except for the pre-flashes, this mode is the same as the Night Scene Mode. -
Page 41: Spot
SPOT MODE To focus and set the exposure for a selected area. Press the button and flash mode button at the same time. is displayed on the LCD panel. Press the and the flash mode buttons at the same time or close the lens barrier to cancel the Spot mode. - Page 42 Reposition your subject in the picture frame while keeping the shutter release button depressed halfway. Then press the shutter release button fully. Focus and exposure can be adjusted at different points from the autofocus frame using the Spot mode.
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Page 43: Selftimer
SELFTIMER To Put Yourself in the Picture Press the button. is displayed on the LCD panel. Use a tripod to hold the camera securely. Aim at your subject, and press the shutter release button. 10 sec.: Selftimer indicator lights 2 sec.: Blinks The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release. -
Page 44: Remote Control (Optional)
REMOTE CONTROL (optional) The optional RC-200 Remote Control is required in the operation below. Press the button. is displayed on the LCD panel. After shooting, press the button again to cancel the selftimer/remote control mode. Remote control operation is canceled automatically when not in use for more than 20 minutes. - Page 45 Aim the remote control at the camera, and press the button. The shutter will be released after about 3 seconds. Notes: Use the remote control within the range shown at left. The camera will focus on the subject directly in front of The remote control may not work when the subject is backlit.
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Page 46: Correcting The Data
CORRECTING THE DATA Press the MODE button for two seconds or longer. The year indication will start blinking. Press the SET button to correct the year. If you press the button once, the number on the display will advance by 1. And if you keep it pressed, the numbers will run in rapid succession. - Page 47 Press the MODE button again. The month indication will start blinking. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the hour and minutes. Note: As you press the mode button, the blinking indication changes in the order of year, month, day, hour, and minute. The data correction will be finished when the mode button is pressed again.
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Page 48: Printing The Date And Time
PRINTING THE DATE AND TIME Choose the desired mode with the MODE button. The mode will switch in the described order by pressing the MODE button. The quartzdate uses the same power source as the main unit. Make sure to correct the data after the battery is replaced. -
Page 49: Questions And Answers
A: A new 3V lithium battery will last for roughly 15 rolls of 24-exposure film on which the flash was used on half of all the shots (determined under Olympus test conditions). If you do not use the flash and zoom very often, the battery will last much longer. -
Page 50: Care And Storage
CARE AND STORAGE Do not leave camera in any place exposed to excessive heat, humidity, or direct sunlight —for example, in a car or on the beach. Do not expose the camera to formalin or naphthalene. If the camera gets wet, wipe it with a dry towel as soon as possible. - Page 51 Do not leave the camera on or near a television, refrigerator, or other appliance with a magnetic field. Do not expose the camera to dust or sand as this could cause serious damage. Do not shake or shock the camera. Do not apply excessive force to the zoom lens.
- Page 52 When transporting the camera from a cold place to a warm place or in the event of a sudden temperature change, put the camera into a plastic bag. This allows the camera's temperature to change slowly. Once the camera has adjusted to the new temperature, you can remove it from the bag and use it.
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Page 53: Caring For Your Weatherproof Camera
CARING FOR YOUR WEATHERPROOF CAMERA This camera is weatherproof; however, it is not designed for underwater use. Please note the following warnings and use the camera correctly. The camera can withstand splashing water (e.g., seaside, swimming pool side, etc.) The camera can be used in rain. And in snow. - Page 54 Do not remove the gaskets. Gaskets should be replaced after approximately three years, although they may require replacement earlier than that depending on use and wear. If the gaskets are damaged or need replacement, contact your nearest Olympus service center.
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Page 55: Battery Handling
BATTERY HANDLING NOTES When the camera is not used for an extended period of time, remove the battery. Keep spare battery on hand when going on a long trip or to a cold area. Sweat, oil, and so on can prevent a battery's terminals from making electrical contact. - Page 56 WARNINGS NEVER TRY TO DISASSEMBLE, RECHARGE, OR SHORT CIRCUIT BATTERY. NEVER EXPOSE BATTERY TO EXCESSIVE HEAT OR OPEN FLAMES. KEEP THE BATTERY OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. IF A CHILD SWALLOWS A BATTERY, CONTACT A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY. USE ONE 3V LITHIUM BATTERY (DL123A OR CR123A).
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Page 57: Remote Control (Optional) Handling
REMOTE CONTROL (optional) HANDLING Keep the remote control out of the reach of children. If a child swallows the remote control, contact a physician immediately. Never try to disassemble the remote control. Never expose the remote control to excessive heat or open flame. -
Page 58: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING OPERATING PROBLEMS The camera does not work. The lens barrier is not opened. Open the lens barrier completely. (p. 20) The alignment of the battery terminals is not correct. Reload the battery correctly. (p. 13) The battery is exhausted. Replace the battery with new one. - Page 59 The LCD display goes off suddenly. If you don't use the camera, the LCD goes off after four and half minutes. Close the lens barrier and open it again or operate the zoom lever to turn the LCD back on. In additon, the power is turned Off automatically after 4.5 hours.
- Page 60 The green lamp blinks, and the shutter release button will not release. The camera is closer than 0.6 m/2ft to the subject. Move the camera back to distance more than 0.6 m/2ft from the subject. (p. 23) The orange lamp blinks, and the shutter release button will not release.
- Page 61 The viewfinder is out of focus. Diopter dial is not adjusted. Adjust the diopter dial until image is clear. (p. 9) PROBLEMS WITH PRINTED PICTURES The picture is out of focus. The camera moved when the shutter release button was pressed. Hold the camera correctly and press the shutter release button gently.
- Page 62 The autofocus window was blocked, such as by a finger. Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers clear of the autofocus windows. (p. 15) The subject was closer than the minimum working distance to the lens (0.6 m/2 ft). Shoot from more than 0.6 m/2ft away from the subject.
- Page 63 The autofocus didn't work correctly. There are some subjects that are difficult for the autofocus to lock on. These include: glossy or reflective surfaces, black objects, subjects behind glass or wire mesh, flames and smoke, excessively bright light within the picture area. First focus on an object at the same distance as the desired subject.
- Page 64 The data has not been printed (or looks faded). The data mode was set no data (---). Change the data mode to another setting. (p. 48) There is a bright color like white, orange, or yellow in the area of the picture where the data is printed. Avoid bright colors in the lower right corner of your photo compositions.
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Page 65: Specifications
Type: Full automatic 35 mm autofocus lens-shutter camera with built-in 38 ~ 115 mm zoom lens. Film format: 35 mm standard DX-coded film (24 x 36 Lens: Olympus lens 38 ~ 115 mm. F4.5 ~ 9.7, 6 elements in 5 groups. Shutter: Programmed electronic shutter. - Page 66 Selftimer: Electronic selftimer 12-sec. delay. Remote control (optional): Infrared remote control unit with 3-sec. delay. Film speed range: Automatic setting with DX-coded film with ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200. Film speeds other than the above will be automatically set to the next lower speed.
- Page 67 Flash: Built-in flash Recycling time: Approx. 0.5 ~ 7 sec. (at normal temperature with new battery). Flash working range: Wide-angle — 0.6 ~ 5.0 m (2 ~ 16.4 ft), Telephoto — 0.6 ~ 2.3 m (2 ~ 7.5 ft) with ISO 100 color negative film: Wide-angle — 0.6 ~ 10.0 m (2 ~ 32.8 ft).
- Page 68 Weatherproof: IEC Standard publication 529. Classification of degrees of protection provided by enclosures. Degree of protection indicated by the second characteristics numeral 4. Short description: Protected against splashing water. Definition: Water splashed against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effect. Test for second numeral 4: The equipment is sprayed from all practical directions.
- Page 69 SPECIFICATIONS FOR DATE UNIT Imprinting direction: Data imprinted onto film from lens side. Data coding: No data, year-month-day, month-day- year, day-month-year and day-hour-minute. External indication of data: Data display on LCD panel. Film speed setting: Automatic film speed setting. Automatic calendar system: Up to year 2030. Power source: Ordinarily used with camera body.
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