Olympus CAMEDIA X-550 Advanced Manual
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DIGITAL CAMERA
X-550
D-545 ZOOM
C-480 ZOOM
Advanced
Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your
new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance
and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
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.
Detailed explanations of all the
functions for getting the most out
of your camera.
Basic Operation
Shooting
Playing Back
Printing
Online Pictures
Camera Settings
Troubleshooting
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Summarization of Contents
How to Use This Manual
Basic and Advanced Manuals
Explains the structure of the manual, differentiating between basic and advanced sections.
Indications Used in This Manual
Explains icons and notation used throughout the manual for clarity.
Basic Operation
How to Use the Shooting Button and Playback Button
Details on using the camera's primary shooting and playback controls.
How to Use the Mode Dial
Explains how to select different shooting modes using the camera's mode dial.
How to Use the Direct Buttons
Guide to operating camera functions using dedicated direct buttons.
How to Use the Menus
Guide on accessing and navigating the camera's menu system for settings.
How to Read the Procedure Pages
Explains how to interpret the layout and symbols used in procedure guides.
Tips Before You Start Taking Pictures
Holding the Camera
Guidance on proper camera grip to ensure sharp images and prevent blur.
If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained
Troubleshooting steps for when the camera fails to achieve proper focus.
Record Mode
Details image sizes and compression settings for still photos and movies.
Recording Pictures
Explanation of how pictures are stored in internal memory and on cards.
Using a Card (Optional)
Information about xD-Picture Cards, including insertion and removal.
Basic Shooting Functions
Selecting a Shooting Mode According to the Situation
Guide to choosing the optimal shooting mode based on the subject or scene.
Zooming in on a Distant Subject
How to use optical and digital zoom to magnify distant subjects.
Taking Close-up Pictures (Macro/Super Macro)
Guide to macro and super macro modes for close-up photography.
Flash Shooting
Explains different flash modes like Auto, Red-eye, Fill-in, and Off.
Adjusting Picture Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
How to adjust exposure levels using compensation for better image brightness.
Additional Shooting Functions
Movie Mode
Using movie mode for action shots and picking best frames later.
Sequential Shooting
Capturing a rapid burst of still images, useful for action shots.
Self-Timer Shooting
Using the self-timer to include the photographer in the shot.
Panorama Shooting
Capturing wide panoramic images by stitching multiple shots together.
Taking Two-in-One Pictures
Combining two consecutive photos into a single image.
Playback
Playing Back Still Pictures
Instructions for viewing still images stored on the camera's memory.
Playing Back Movies
How to view recorded video clips directly on the camera.
Editing Still Pictures (ADD FRAME/BLACK & WHITE/SEPIA/ )
Modifying still images by adding frames, converting to B&W, or sepia.
Editing Movies
Creating indexes from movies or extracting specific parts of video clips.
Displaying Detailed Shooting Information
Showing camera settings and shooting data on the playback screen.
Protecting Pictures
Preventing accidental deletion of important photos.
Copying Pictures to a Card (BACKUP)
Backing up all images from internal memory to an SD card.
Erasing Pictures
Procedures for deleting individual or all stored images.
Formatting
Preparing internal memory or SD cards for data storage by erasing all content.
Settings
Saving Camera Settings (ALL RESET)
Option to retain or reset camera settings upon power off.
Changing the Display Language
How to select the on-screen display language for the camera.
Selecting a Power on Screen (PW ON SETUP)
Setting a custom image or default screen displayed when the camera turns on.
Viewing Pictures Immediately (REC VIEW)
Option to display the last taken picture briefly after shooting.
Resetting the File Name (FILE NAME)
Managing how image files and folders are named and numbered.
Checking the Image Processing Function (PIXEL MAPPING)
Performing a diagnostic check and adjustment of the CCD and image processing.
Adjusting the Brightness of the Monitor
How to change the monitor's brightness for better visibility.
Setting the Date and Time
Configuring the camera's internal clock for accurate date/time stamping.
Printing Pictures
Direct Printing (PictBridge)
How to connect and print directly to a PictBridge-compliant printer.
Print Settings (DPOF)
Setting up print reservations for easier printing at photo stores or compatible printers.
Connecting the Camera to a Computer
Flow
Step-by-step guide for connecting the camera and transferring images using software.
Using OLYMPUS Master
Overview of the OLYMPUS Master software for image management and editing.
Installing OLYMPUS Master
System requirements and installation procedure for the OLYMPUS Master software.
Connecting the Camera to a Computer
Physical connection of the camera to the computer using a USB cable.
Starting Up OLYMPUS Master
How to launch and initialize the OLYMPUS Master software after installation.
Downloading and Saving Images
Process for transferring and storing photos onto the computer.
Viewing Still Pictures and Movies
How to view downloaded photos and videos using the software.
Printing Pictures
Using OLYMPUS Master to print photos from the main menu.
To Download and Save Images to a Computer Without Using OLYMPUS Master
Transferring files directly via USB mass storage, bypassing software.
Appendix
Troubleshooting
Section for diagnosing and resolving common camera issues.
Camera Care
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the camera exterior, monitor, and lens.
AC Adapter (Optional)
Information on using the optional AC adapter for powering the camera.
Safety Precautions
Important safety guidelines for using the camera in various environments.
Glossary of Terms
Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.
Miscellaneous
Menu List
A reference guide to all menu items and their settings.
List of Factory Default Settings
Default camera configurations for easy reset.
Modes and Shooting Functions
Compatibility chart for shooting functions across different camera modes.
Names of Parts
Visual guide identifying camera components and buttons.
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