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DIGITAL CAMERA
Stylus-1070/

Instruction 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.
● 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: Instruction Manual

    DIGITAL CAMERA Stylus-1070/ -1070 Instruction 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. ● The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Menus for Other Camera Settings ..36  Shooting, Playback, and Erasing ..14  Printing ..........41  Using Shooting Modes ......17  Using OLYMPUS Master 2....46  Using Shooting Functions ....20  Usage Tips ...........48  Using Playback Features ....23 ...

  • Page 3: Using The Menu

    Please read “Menu Settings” (p. 25 to 40) while referring to this page. Three Types of Setting Operations Using the Menu Buttons in use  button E button x button 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 s mode (p. 17). Arrow pad Press the  Use CE to select the desired CAMERA MENU button. Submenu 1, and press the x button. ● This example describes Page tab Submenu 2...

  • Page 4: Step

    Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Shutter button (p. 14) Zoom lever (p. 20, 23) K/h/s button (P/G/h/s/z mode) (p. 5, 14, 17, 18) q/ button (playback/print) (p. 5, 15, 41) F button (exposure compensation) (p. 20) & button (macro) (p. 21) # button (flash) (p. 20) Y button (self-timer) (p. 21) g/E button (information display change/menu guide) (p. 21, 3) f/J button (panorama/Shadow Adjustment Technology/multi window/backlight boost/erase) (p. 22, 16) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 22) Buttons in use x button Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. x button (p. 3, 22) Arrow pad  EN...

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions Settings can be made when a shooting mode is set. CAMERA MENU EXIT MENU Shooting mode top menu iAUTO ......p. 17 SOUND SETTINGS..p. 37 1 A IMAGE QUALITY ..p. 25 DIS MODE ....p. 17 REC VIEW ....p. 38 2 B CAMERA MENU SCN ......p. 17 FILE NAME....p. 38 WB ......p. 26 BEAUTY .....

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Zoom lever ......p. 20, 23 Speaker ..........— Shutter button ......p. 14, 48 Microphone ......p. 27, 34 Connector cover ....p. 40, 41, 46 Lens ..........p. 52 Multi-connector ....p. 40, 41, 46 Flash ..........p. 20 Strap eyelet ........p. 10 Self-timer lamp ......p. 18, 21 Card access lamp ......p. 54 Lens barrier ......p. 13, 14  EN...
  • Page 7 Arrow pad ........p. 3, 12 K/h/s button (P/G/h/ s/z mode) ....p. 5, 14, 17, 18 F button  button ........ p. 3, 5 (exposure compensation) ..p. 20 Monitor ......p. 8, 14, 38, 48 & button (macro) ...... p. 21 g/E button (information display Y button (self-timer) ....p. 21 change/menu guide) .... p. 3, 13, 21 # button (flash) ......p. 20 Tripod socket ........— f/J button (panorama/Shadow Adjustment q/ button (playback/print) ..........p. 5, 15, 41 Technology/multi window/backlight boost/erase) ......p. 16, 22 x button (OK/FUNC) ....
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display 1600 00:34 +2.0 +2.0 1/30 F3.5 13 12 Still image Movie Shooting mode ..... p. 14, 17, 28, 36 Number of storable still pictures/ Flash mode ........p. 20 remaining recording time ... p. 14, 54, 55 Silent mode ........p. 40 Current memory ......p. 54 Digital image stabilization ....p. 28 Self-timer ........p. 21 Macro/super macro ......p. 21 Aperture value ....... p. 14 Shadow Adjustment Technology Shutter speed ........
  • Page 9 Playback mode display 1/1000 F3.5 +2.0 ISO 1600 2009.08.26 12:30 100-0004 100-0004 00:14 /00:34 2009.08.26 12:30 Still image Movie Silent mode ........p. 40 Image size ........p. 25 Print reservation/ File number ........p. 38 number of prints ......p. 35 Frame number Sound record ....p. 19, 27, 34, 51 Elapsed time/total recording time... p. 15 Protect ........... p. 34 Current memory .

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Charging the battery The included battery charger (AC cable type 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. Example: AC cable type battery charger  Lithium ion battery Pull the strap tight so that it does not come Battery charger loose. Charging indicator AC outlet Lights: Charging AC cable Off: Charged Battery comes partially charged. Before use, be sure to charge the battery until the charging indicator goes off (for approx. 2 hours). If the charging indicator does not light or it blinks, the battery may not be inserted correctly or the battery or the charger may be broken. For details of the battery and the charger, see “Battery and charger” (p. 52).
  • Page 11 Loading the battery and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold Notch separately) into the camera Never insert anything other than the xD-Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera. Insert the card straight in until it clicks into place. Battery/card Do not touch the contact area directly. compartment cover This camera allows the user to take pictures using the internal memory even when no xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted. “Using an xD-Picture Card” (p. 53) “Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/ continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card” (p. 54) To remove the xD-Picture Card Battery lock knob Insert the battery from the  end, with the B symbol facing toward the battery lock knob. If the battery is not inserted correctly, the camera does not operate. Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 12: Using A Microsd Card

    Using a microSD card/ Arrow pad and operation guide microSDHC card The symbols , t u 7 8 displayed (sold separately) on various setting and movie playback screens indicate that the arrow pad is used. microSD card/microSDHC card (hereafter called microSD card) is also compatible with this EXPOSURE COMP. camera by using the microSD Attachment. “Using a microSD Attachment” (p. 55) +0.3 Insert the microSD card into the TIME +0.7 +1.0 Attachment. 2008 08 26 12 30 Y M D CANCEL MENU 2009.08.26 12:30...

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time To check the date and time Press the g button while the camera The date and time set here are saved to image is turned off. The current date and time are file names, date prints, and other data. displayed for approx. 3 seconds. Slide the lens barrier down to turn Changing the display language on the camera. ● The language for the menu and error messages The date and time setting screen is displayed when the date and time are not set. displayed on the monitor is selectable. Press the  button, and press CEFD to select [E] (SETUP).

  • Page 14: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with optimum Hold the camera, and compose the aperture value and shutter shot. speed (P mode) In this mode, automatic camera shooting can Monitor be used while also allowing changes to a wide 1/400 F3.5 range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, and so on when needed. Horizontal grip Slide the lens barrier down to turn on the camera. Number of storable still pictures (p. 54) Vertical grip...

  • Page 15: Viewing Images

    To play back movies To take the picture, gently press Select a movie, and press the x button. the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. 2009.08.26 12:30 100-0004 MOVIE PLAY Press fully Movie 1/400 F3.5 Operations during movie playback Image review screen Volume: During playback, press CE.
  • Page 16 Erasing images during playback (Single image erase) Press the J button when the playback image to be erased is displayed. ERASE CANCEL MENU to select [YES], and press the x button. [K ERASE] (p. 35) 1 EN...

  • Page 17: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes Using the digital image The shooting mode changes in the order stabilization mode (h mode) of P G h s z each time the K button is pressed. By switching to another This mode enables the user to reduce blurring shooting mode, most settings in modes that is caused by a camera shake and subject other than P mode will be changed to the movement. default settings of the respective shooting mode. Press the K button a few times to Shooting with automatic set h. settings (G mode) h mode indicator The camera automatically selects the best shooting mode for the scene from [PORTRAIT], [LANDSCAPE], [NIGHT+PORTRAIT], [SPORT] and [MACRO]. This is a fully automatic mode that allows the user to take pictures using the...
  • Page 18 Capturing the perfect moment when In s mode, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specific shooting ([YPRE-CAPTURE MOVIE] shooting scenes. For this reason, settings mode) may not be changed in some modes. 1 Use CE to select [YPRE-CAPTURE To change to another scene mode, use the MOVIE], and press the x button to set. menu. [C SWITCH SHOOTING MODES] ● This function is ready for shooting (p. 28) immediately after setting this option. 2 Press the shutter button to start movie Submenu 1 Application shooting. B PORTRAIT/F LANDSCAPE/ ● After shooting stops, the camera saves a G NIGHT SCENE 7-second movie, including up to 2 seconds of M NIGHT+PORTRAIT/ recording time taken before the shutter button C SPORT/N INDOOR/ The camera was pressed, to the memory card. W CANDLE/R SELF PORTRAIT/ takes a picture in /X FIREWORKS S SUNSET ●...
  • Page 19 Shooting movies (A mode) Point the camera toward the subject. Check the frame appearing Sound is recorded at the same time. around the face detected by the camera, and then press the shutter Press the K button a few times to set s. button to take the picture. ●...

  • Page 20: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions Using the optical zoom Using the flash Pressing the zoom lever adjusts the shooting The flash functions can be selected to best range. match the shooting conditions and render the desired image. Press toward W (Wide) Press toward T (Telephoto) Press the # button. AUTO FLASH AUTO AUTO Zoom bar to select the setting Optical zoom: 3×, digital zoom: 5× option, and press the x button to set. To take larger images without reducing image quality Item Description...

  • Page 21: Shooting Closeups

    Using the self-timer CEFD to select the desired brightness image, and press the x After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a time delay. button. Press the Y button. Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances. SELFTIMER Press the & button. to select the setting option, and press the x button to set.

  • Page 22: Shooting Functions

    Quickly calling and using Normal Histogram shooting functions The following menu functions can be quickly 1600 1600 called and used. ● [PANORAMA] (p. 28) +2.0 +2.0 ● [SHADOW ADJ] (p. 28) ● [MULTI WINDOW] (p. 22) No information Grid Press the f button. 1600 PANORAMA +2.0 Reading a histogram If the peak fills too much of the frame, the image will appear mostly white. If the peak fills too to select the menu much of the frame, function, and press the x button to the image will appear mostly black.

  • Page 23: Using Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Index view, calendar view, and To select an image in index view close-up view Use CEFD to select an image, and press the x button to display the selected Index view and calendar view enable quick image in single-image view. selection of a target image. Close-up view (up to 10 magnification) allows checking of image × To select images in calendar view details. Use CEFD to select a date, and press the x button or press toward T on the zoom lever to view the images taken on the Press toward W or T on the zoom selected date.
  • Page 24 Playing back panorama images Panorama images that were combined together using [COMBINE IN CAMERA 1] or [COMBINE IN CAMERA 2] can be scrolled for viewing. [G PANORAMA] (p. 28) Select a panorama image during playback. “Viewing images” (p. 15) 100-0003 2009.08.26 12:30 Press the x button. Current viewing area To control panorama image playback Zoom in/Zoom out: Press toward W or T on the zoom lever. Playback direction: Press CEFD to scroll in the direction of the pressed button. Pause: Press the x button. Restart scrolling: Press the x button.

  • Page 25: Menus For Shooting Functions

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Shooting Functions When a shooting mode is set, settings can be made. 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] IMAGE QUALITY K: P G h s z A Still images Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Application...
  • Page 26 Adjusting to a natural color scheme Shooting pictures sequentially while [WB] the shutter button is held down [DRIVE] CAMERA MENU  WB CAMERA MENU  DRIVE K: P h s z A K: P h Submenu 2 Application Submenu 2 Application The camera automatically adjusts One frame is shot each time the AUTO the white balance according to the shutter button is pressed. shooting scene. Sequential shooting at a focus, For shooting outdoors under a brightness (exposure) and white clear sky...
  • Page 27 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Selecting the focusing area [AF MODE] This function will not reduce the image quality since it dose not convert the data CAMERA MENU  AF MODE with fewer pixels into the data with larger pixels. K: P h s When set to [ON], [IMAGE SIZE] is limited to [H] or lower. Submenu 2 Application When [DIGITAL ZOOM] is set to [ON], this This is used for taking pictures of setting is not available. people (The camera automatically This function is not available when detects a face and a frame [% SUPER MACRO] (p. 21) is selected. appears. Press the shutter button FACE DETECT halfway down, and when the face...
  • Page 28 The shooting functions are already preset to the optimum settings for Submenu 2 Application panoramic shooting. Shoots without using the image Three frames are taken and stabilizing function. (Use when combined by the camera. The shooting with the camera fixed to a COMBINE IN user composes the shots using tripod or similar.) CAMERA 2 *1*2 the guide frame and manually Shoots using the image stabilizing releases the shutter. function. The frames that were taken are combined into a panorama image Image stabilization may not prevent motion using the OLYMPUS Master 2 blur caused by movement of the subject or COMBINE IN PC software from the provided by extreme movement of the camera. CD-ROM. Pictures are taken in the last [ISO] or [s] settings When set to [ON], shooting is slightly (except for certain scenes). zoomed in. The [A IMAGE QUALITY] (p. 25) setting cannot be changed. Not available in h mode (p. 17). Not available in s mode (p. 17).  EN...
  • Page 29 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Taking pictures with The focus, exposure (p. 14), zoom position (p. 20), and [WB] (p. 26) are locked at the [COMBINE IN CAMERA 2] first frame. 1 Use FD to select the direction that the The flash is fixed to $ (FLASH OFF) mode frames are combined. (p. 20). “Playing back panorama images” (p. 24) Direction for combining Taking pictures with the next frame [COMBINE IN CAMERA 1] 1 Press the shutter button to take the first frame.
  • Page 30 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame, and then compose the second shot. ● Compose the shot using the guide frame so that the two adjacent frames overlap. 3 Repeat Step 2 until the number of required frames are taken, and then press the x button when done. 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. Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [D RESET] RESET K: P G h s z A Submenu 1 Application Restores the following menu functions to the default settings. Flash (p. 20) •...

  • Page 31: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Settings can be made when the image is played back by pressing the q button. Playing back pictures automatically [G SLIDESHOW] SLIDESHOW Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application NORMAL/SCROLL/ FADER/SLIDE/ Selects the coverage of images for the ZOOM DOWN/ slideshow, the type of transition effect used ALL/STILL PICTURE/ ZOOM UP/...
  • Page 32 When [CLEAR SKIN] is selected Cropping a picture [P] Use CE to select the retouching level, and EDIT  P press the x button. 1 Use FD to select an image, and press the x button. CLEAR SKIN 2 Use the zoom lever to select the size of the cropping frame, and use CEFD SOFT to move the frame. HARD BACK MENU Cropping frame Changing the image size [Q] EDIT  Q 3 Press the x button after you have Submenu 2 Application selected the area to trim. This saves a high-resolution image C 640 × 480 ● The edited image is saved as a separate as a separate image with a smaller image.
  • Page 33 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adding a calendar to an image Creating an index of 9 frames from a [CALENDAR] movie [INDEX] EDIT  CALENDAR EDIT  INDEX INDEX CALENDAR BACK MENU 1 Use FD to select an image, and press 1 Use FD to select a movie, and press the x button.
  • Page 34 Protecting images [0] Adding sound to still images [R] PLAYBACK MENU  0 PLAYBACK MENU  R Protected images cannot be erased by Submenu 2 Application [ERASE] (p. 16), [SEL. IMAGE], or [ALL The camera adds (records) sound ERASE] (p. 35), but all images are erased for approx. 4 seconds while by [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] (p. 36). playing back the image. This is useful for recording notes or Submenu 2 Application comments about the image. Images can be erased. No sound is recorded. Images are protected so that they cannot be erased except 1 Use FD to select an image. by formatting of the internal 2 Aim the microphone towards the sound memory/card. source. 1 Use FD to select an image. 2 Use CE to select [ON]. Microphone 3 If necessary, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to protect other images, and press the x button.
  • Page 35 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Erasing images [K ERASE] Saving print settings to the image data [L PRINT ORDER] ERASE PRINT ORDER Before erasing, check that no important data will be erased. “Print reservations (DPOF)” (p. 44) Print reservation can be set only for still Submenu 1 Application images that are recorded to the card. Images are individually selected SEL. IMAGE and erased.

  • Page 36: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    Menus for Other Camera Settings These settings can be made from the shooting mode top menu or playback mode top menu. Erasing data completely Changing the display language [W] [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT] SETUP  W SETUP  MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT “Changing the display language” (p. 13) Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card. Submenu 2 Application The language for the menus and Non-Olympus cards and cards that have Languages error messages displayed on the been formatted by a computer must be monitor is selected. formatted with this camera before use. The available languages vary depending on the country and/or region where the camera was Submenu 2 Application purchased. Completely erases the image data in the internal memory or card (including protected images).
  • Page 37 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Setting the startup display screen and Selecting the menu screen color and sound when the camera is turned on background [MENU COLOR] [PW ON SETUP] SETUP  MENU COLOR SETUP  PW ON SETUP Submenu 2 Application...

  • Page 38: Pixel Mapping

    Viewing the image immediately after Submenu 2 Application shooting [REC VIEW] This resets the sequential number for the folder name and file name SETUP  REC VIEW RESET whenever a new card is inserted. This is useful when grouping images on separate cards. Submenu 2 Application Even when a new card is inserted, The image being recorded is not this continues the numbering for displayed. This allows the user the folder name and file name from to prepare for the next shot while AUTO the previous card. This is useful for following the subject in the monitor managing all image folder names after shooting. and files names with sequential The image being recorded is numbers. displayed. This allows the user to The number for the folder name is reset to 100, and make a brief check of the image the one for the file name is reset to 0001. that was just taken. Even when set to [ON], you can resume Adjusting the CCD and adjusting shooting while the image is being displayed.
  • Page 39 Make the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Adjusting the brightness of the monitor Setting the date and time for another time zone [DUALTIME] SETUP  s SETUP  DUALTIME When [DUALTIME] is set to [ON], the date To adjust the monitor brightness and time set here are used in image file 1 Use CE to adjust the brightness while names, dated prints and other data.
  • Page 40 Selecting the video signal system to match your TV [VIDEO OUT] 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. Submenu 2 Application NTSC Connecting the camera to a TV in North America, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, and so on Connecting the camera to a TV in European countries, China, and so on The factory default settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold. To play back camera images on a TV 1 Connect the TV and camera. Connector cover Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow. Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) Multi-connector and audio input jack (white). AV cable (supplied) 2 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/ [PAL]).

  • Page 41: Printing

    Printing Direct printing (PictBridge Turn on the printer, and then connect the printer and camera. By connecting the camera to a PictBridge- compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a computer. To find out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Connector cover PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital Open the cameras and printers of different makers and connector cover EASY PRINT START printing out pictures directly. in the direction of PC / CUSTOM PRINT The printing modes, paper sizes, and other the arrow. parameters that can be set with the camera vary depending on the printer that is used. Multi-connector For details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
  • Page 42 Changing the printer’s settings to select [SIZE] for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] (Submenu 3), and press D. If the [PRINTPAPER] screen is not displayed, the [SIZE], [BORDERLESS], Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY and [PICS/SHEET] are set to the printer’s PRINT] (p. 41), and press the x standard. button. PRINTPAPER SIZE BORDERLESS STANDARD STANDARD EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT...
  • Page 43 2 Use CE to select [OK], and press the to select an image. x button. To make a [SINGLEPRINT] reservation for the current image, press the < button. To make detailed settings for the current image, press E. CANCEL To make detailed settings BACK MENU 1 Use CEFD to make the settings, and press the x button. If necessary, repeat Steps 6 and 7 to select the image to be printed, PRINT INFO make the detailed settings, and set...

  • Page 44: The X Button

    Single-frame print To cancel printing reservations [<] 1 Press the x button while [TRANSFERRING] is displayed. 2 Use CE to select [CANCEL], and then Press the q button, and then press press the x button again. the  button to display the top menu. CEFD to select [L PRINT ORDER], and press the x button. TRANSFERRING PRINT ORDER PRINT CANCEL...
  • Page 45 to select the [X] (date to select either [<] or [U], and press the x button. print) screen option, and press the x button. PRINT ORDER SETTING Submenu 2 Application PRINT ORDERED This prints the image only. RESET This prints the image with the DATE KEEP shooting date. This prints the image with the BACK MENU TIME shooting time.

  • Page 46: Using Olympus Master 2

    The camera automatically turns on. USB hub may cause unstable operation. When [MTP] is set for the Submenu that appears by pressing D after selecting [PC] in Step 3, images cannot be transferred to a EASY PRINT computer using OLYMPUS Master 2. CUSTOM PRINT Connector cover EXIT Open the connector cover in the direction Starting OLYMPUS Master 2 of the arrow. Multi-connector Double-click the OLYMPUS Master 2 icon. Windows appears on the desktop. Macintosh appears in the OLYMPUS Master 2 folder. ● Browse window appears after starting the USB cable (supplied) software. When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the first time after installation, “Default Settings” and “Registration” screens appear. Follow the instructions on the screen. Locate the position of the USB port by referring to your computer’s instructions manual.
  • Page 47 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. For details on the operation, refer to the help guide of the software. Transferring and saving images without using OLYMPUS Master 2 This camera is compatible with the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer and save the image data on your computer while the camera and the computer are connected. System requirements Windows : Windows 2000 Professional/ XP Home Edition/ XP Professional/Vista Macintosh : Mac OS X v10.3 or later On a computer running Windows Vista, if [MTP] is set for the Submenu that appears by pressing D after selecting [PC] in Step 3 of “Connecting the camera to a computer”...

  • Page 48: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips ● If the camera does not work as intended, or if The camera may automatically stop working if the internal temperature rises due to extended use. an error message is displayed on the screen, Remove the battery and allow the camera to cool. and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the The outside of the camera may become hot during information below to fix the problem(s). use, but this is not a malfunction. Troubleshooting Monitor “Difficult to see.” ● Condensation may have occurred. Turn off the Battery power, and wait for the camera body to become “The camera does not work even when acclimated to the surrounding temperature and dry out before taking pictures. battery is installed.” Dew drops can form in the camera when it is ● Insert recharged battery in the correct direction. suddenly taken from a cold location into a warm, “Charging the battery” (p. 10), “Loading the battery humid room. and the xD-Picture Card™ (sold separately) into the camera” (p. 11) “Vertical lines appear on the screen.”...

  • Page 49: Error Message

    Error message Problem with selected image THE IMAGE Use photo retouch software, etc. When one of the messages below is CANNOT to edit the image on a computer. displayed on the monitor, check the BE EDITED corrective action. Operation problem Close the battery/card Error message Corrective action compartment cover. CARD-COVER Card problem OPEN Insert a new card. CARD ERROR THE LENS Operation problem Card problem Slide the lens barrier down when BARRIER IS Use a computer to cancel the WRITE shooting.

  • Page 50: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture When objects are at different that you envision, refer to the information below. distances Focusing “Focusing on the subject” ● Fast-moving object 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. Pressing the shutter button halfway (p. 14) The subject is not in the center ● Set [AF MODE] (p. 27) to [iESP]. of the frame ●...

  • Page 51: Color Hue

    Exposure (brightness) Panorama “Taking pictures with the right “Taking pictures so that the frames are brightness” stitched smoothly” ● ● Taking pictures of a subject against a backlight A tip for panoramic shooting A face against the backlight is brightened. Taking pictures by pivoting with the camera at the [SHADOW ADJ] (p. 22, 28) center prevents shifting of the image. When taking pictures of close objects in particular, pivoting with ● Taking pictures using [FACE DETECT] for the lens end at the center produces favorable [AF MODE] (p.

  • Page 52: Appendix

    Appendix Camera care Battery and charger This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion Exterior • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of • very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water batteries can be used. and wring well. Wipe the camera with the CAUTION: damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If There is a risk of explosion if the battery you have used the camera at the beach, use a is replaced with the incorrect battery type. cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well. Dispose of the used battery following the instructions. “Battery Handling Precautions” Monitor (p. 58) Wipe gently with a soft cloth. • Power consumption by the camera varies • depending on which functions are used. Lens During the conditions described below, power • Blow dust off the lens with a commercial • is consumed continuously and the battery blower, then wipe gently with a lens cleaner. becomes exhausted quickly. The zoom is used repeatedly. •...

  • Page 53: Using An Ac Adapter

    Using your charger and AC adapter abroad The charger and AC adapter can be used in • most home electrical sources within the range Index area of 100 V to 240 V AC (50/60Hz) around the (Notes can be filled in world. However, depending on the country here) or area you are in, the AC wall outlet may be shaped differently and the charger and AC adapter may require a plug adapter to match Contact area the wall outlet. For details, ask at your local (Contact section of the card with the internal electrical shop or travel agent. camera terminal) Do not use travel voltage converters as they • could damage your charger and AC adapter. Do not touch the contact area directly. 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. 36) to format the card.
  • Page 54 Checking the image saving location Even if [MEMORY FORMAT]/[FORMAT], The memory indicator shows whether the single image erase, [SEL. IMAGE], or [ALL internal memory or card is being used during ERASE] is performed, the data in the card shooting and playback. is not completely erased. When disposing of the card, damage the card to prevent the Current memory indicator disclosure of personal data. : Internal memory is being used None: Card is being used Readout/recording process of the card Never open the battery/card compartment Current memory cover or unplug the USB cable while the indicator 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. Shooting mode Card access lamp 100-0004 2009.08.26 12:30 Playback mode Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures Number of storable still pictures...

  • Page 55: Using A Microsd Attachment

    E 320 × 240 2 min. 12 sec. 50 min. 7 sec. The maximum file size of a single movie is 2 GB, regardless of the capacity of the card. The maximum length is 40 seconds when using a TypeM or Standard xD-Picture Card. Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Either erase unwanted images, or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images, and then erase the images in the internal memory or card. Single image erase (p. 16), [SEL. IMAGE] (p. 35), [ALL ERASE] (p. 35), [MEMORY FORMAT]/ [FORMAT] (p. 36) Using a microSD Attachment Handling precautions Do not touch the contact area of the Attachment or microSD card. Doing so Do not use the Attachment with Olympus may cause failure in reading the images. digital cameras that do not support this When fingerprints or stains are found on microSD Attachment, as well as with other the contact area, wipe the area with a soft brands of digital cameras, computers, dry cloth. printers, and other devices that support xD-Picture Card. Doing so not only may damage the pictures taken, but may also result in the malfunction of the device. If the microSD card cannot be removed, do not use force. Contact authorized distributors/service centers.

  • Page 56: Safety Precautions

    Do not use the flash and LED on people DO NOT OPEN • (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the • SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). faces of your subjects. Firing the flash too close NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. to the subject’s eyes could cause a momentary REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS loss of vision. SERVICE PERSONNEL. • Keep young children and infants away from An exclamation mark enclosed in a the camera. triangle alerts you to important operating Always use and store the camera out of the • and maintenance instructions in the reach of young children and infants to prevent documentation provided with the product.

  • Page 57: Battery Handling Precautions

    • Never hold or operate the camera with wet DANGER hands. The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified • • Do not leave the camera in places where it may by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified be subject to extremely high temperatures. charger. Do not use any other chargers. Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in • Never heat or incinerate batteries. some circumstances, cause the camera to catch • Take precautions when carrying or storing fire. Do not use the charger or AC adapter if it is •...

  • Page 58: Caution For Usage Environment

    Battery Handling Precautions CAUTION Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by • for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. abnormality. If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera • The battery may become hot during prolonged • contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it with a dry cloth before use. immediately after using the camera. Always charge a battery when using it for the first • Always unload the battery from the camera before • time, or if it has not been used for a long period. storing the camera for a long period. When operating the camera with battery power • at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and Caution for Usage Environment spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low temperatures may be restored To protect the high-precision technology contained • after it is warmed at room temperature. in this product, never leave the camera in the The number of pictures you can take may vary •...

  • Page 59: Lcd Monitor

    LCD Monitor Disclaimer of Warranty Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the Olympus makes no representations or warranties, • • image may become vague, resulting in a playback either expressed or implied, by or concerning any mode failure or damage to the monitor. content of these written materials or software, and A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty • monitor, but this is not a malfunction. of merchantability or fitness for any particular When a subject is viewed diagonally in the purpose or for any consequential, incidental or • camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the indirect damages (including but not limited to monitor. This is not a malfunction; it will be less damages for loss of business profits, business noticeable in playback mode. interruption and loss of business information) In places subject to low temperatures, the LCD arising from the use or inability to use these • monitor may take a long time to turn on or its written materials or software or equipment. Some color may change temporarily. When using the countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of camera in extremely cold places, it is a good idea liability for consequential or incidental damages, to occasionally place it in a warm place. An LCD so the above limitations may not apply to you. monitor exhibiting poor performance due to low Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

  • Page 60: For Customers In Europe

    2 The customer shall transport the product to the For customers in Europe dealer or Olympus authorized service station “CE” mark indicates that this product complies at his own risk and shall be responsible for any with the European requirements for safety, costs incurred in transporting the product. health, environment and customer protection. 3 This warranty does not cover the following “CE” mark cameras are intended for sales in and the customer will be required to pay repair Europe. charge, even for defects occurring within the warranty period referred to above. This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE A ny defect that occurs due to mishandling Annex IV] indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU (such as an operation performed that is not countries. Please do not throw the equipment mentioned in the Safety Precautions or other into the domestic refuse. sections of the instructions, etc.) Please use the return and collection systems A ny defect that occurs due to repair, available in your country for the disposal of this modification, cleaning, etc. performed by product. anyone other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station. This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin Directive Any defect or damage that occurs due to 2006/66/EC Annex II] indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries.
  • Page 61 4 This Warranty applies to the product only; the Warranty does not apply to any other accessory equipment, such as the case, strap, lens cap and batteries. 5 Olympus’s sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing the product. Any liability for indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the customer due to a defect of the product, and in particular any loss or damage caused to any lenses, films, other equipment or accessories used with the product or for any loss resulting from a delay in repair or loss of data, is excluded. Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected by this. Notes regarding warranty maintenance 1 This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed or the original invoice or the sales receipt (indicating the dealer’s name, the date of purchase and product type) is attached to this Warranty Certificate. Olympus reserves the right to refuse free-of- charge service if neither Warranty Certificate is completed nor the above document is attached or if the information contained in it is incomplete or illegible. 2 Since this Warranty Certificate will not be re- issued, keep it in a safe place.

  • Page 62: Specifications

    : AVI Motion JPEG Movie : Internal memory Memory xD-Picture Card (16 MB to 2 GB) (TypeH/M/M+, Standard) microSD card/microSDHC card (when using the supplied microSD Attachment) : 12,000,000 pixels No. of effective pixels : 1/2.3" CCD (primary color filter), 12,700,200 pixels (gross) Image pickup device : Olympus lens 6.7 to 20.1 mm, f3.5 to 5.0 Lens (equivalent to 38 to 114 mm on a 35 mm camera) : Digital ESP metering, spot metering system Photometric system : 4 to 1/1000 sec. Shutter speed : 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) to ) (W/T) (normal) Shooting range 0.2 m (0.7 ft.) to ) (W), 0.3 m (1.0 ft.) to ) (T) (macro mode) 0.07 m (2.8 in.) to 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) (W only) (super macro mode) : 2.7" TFT color LCD display, 230,000 dots...
  • Page 63 Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Product type : DC 3.7 V Standard voltage : 740 mAh Standard capacity : Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage) Battery life Operating environment : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (charging)/ Temperature -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) (operation)/ -20°C to 35°C (-4°F to 95°F) (storage) : 31.5 mm (W) × 39.5 mm (H) × 6.0 mm (D) (1.2 × 1.6 × 0.2 in.) Dimensions : Approx. 15 g (0.5 oz) Weight Battery charger (LI-41C) : LI-41CAA/LI-41CAB/LI-41CBA/LI-41CBB Model No. : AC 100 to 240 V (50/60 Hz) Power requirements : DC 4.2 V, 600 mA...

  • Page 64: Index

    Index AC adapter..........53 DATE (Date print) ......... 45 AF MODE ..........27 DATE (PRINT INFO) ......43 ALL (BEAUTY FIX) ....... 31 Date and time X ......13, 39 ALL (PERFECT FIX) ......31 Digital image stabilization mode h ..17 ALL INDEX ........... 42 DIGITAL ZOOM ........27 ALL PRINT ..........42 Direct printing........41 All-frame reservation U....... 45 DIS EDIT (PERFECT FIX) ....31 AUTO (FILE NAME) ......38 DIS MOVIE MODE AUTO (ISO) ..........
  • Page 65 SETUP menu E ........36 NTSC ............ 40 SHADOW ADJ ........ 22, 28 Number of prints (PRINT INFO) < ..43 Shooting information display....21 Shooting mode top menu......5 SHUTTER SOUND ....... 37 SILENT MODE F ......... 40 OLYMPUS Master 2 ....2, 28, 46 Single-frame reservation < ....44 Optical zoom ......... 20 Single-frame shooting o ....26 OVERWRITE ........33 SLIDESHOW G ........31 Sound recording R ......27, 34 SOUND SETTINGS ......37...
  • Page 66 SPARKLE EYE ........31 Spot n (ESP/n) ......27 SPOT (AF MODE) ........ 27 Strap ..........2, 10 Sunny day 5 ........26 SUPER MACRO ........21 SWITCH SHOOTING MODES C ..28 TIME (Date print) ........45 Tungsten light 1 ........26 USB cable ........2, 41, 46 VIDEO OUT .......... 40 VOLUME q (SOUND SETTINGS) ..37 VOLUME (PW ON SETUP) ....37 Warning sound 8 ........ 37 WB ............26 xD-Picture Card ......11, 53  EN...
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