Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA ZOOM ADVANCED Basic operations MANUAL Things to know before shooting Advanced shooting How to optimize your settings before shooting Playback Customizing the settings/ functions of your camera Printing Transferring images to a computer Appendix Information ● This manual explains advanced techniques such as shooting and playback functions, customizing functions or settings and transferring recorded images to a computer, etc.
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual This manual includes a table of contents, index and menu list to help you easily locate the information you need. Searching the table of contents P. 4 Chapter and section titles related to advanced functions are included in the table of contents so that you can quickly find the chapters you want to read.
Page 3: How To Read The Instruction Pages
How to read the instruction pages Editing still images Step through the menus Resizing in the order of the arrows Play back the image you want to Zoom button W (P. 17) resize. “Single-frame playback” (P. 60) In the top menu, select MODE MENU T EDIT T “How to use the menus”...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents How to use this manual ..........2 How to read the instruction pages .
Page 5 Contents Zoom ............39 Optical zoom .
Page 6 Contents EDIT — Editing a movie ........75 Playback on TV .
Page 7 Installing OLYMPUS Master ........135...
Page 8 MEMO...
Page 9: Basic Operations
Basic operations The advanced shooting and playback techniques used by professional photographers are drawn from years of experience and skill in making precise camera adjustments. Now, with your digital camera, you’ll be able to take advantage of those same advanced techniques simply by pressing a few buttons. You’ll find a wide choice of shooting functions listed in the camera’s menus that make it easy to change the focusing area, adjust the white balance, etc.
Page 10: How To Use The Mode Switch
How to use the mode switch This camera is equipped with the following three modes. Use the mode switch to select the desired mode. Still picture shooting mode Select this for still picture shooting. Slide the mode switch to the mode position Movie record mode you want to use.
Page 11: How To Use The Buttons
How to use the buttons This camera has a variety of functions to enable you to optimize settings for various shooting conditions. Some functions are available using the buttons See below) and others are available using the menus ( P. 17). You can set the functions using the buttons and the Joystick while viewing the monitor.
Page 12 How to use the buttons Erase button P. 79 Erases the selected image. ERASE 100–0010 0010 ’04. 11.27 21:56 04. 11.27 21:56 SELECT Press Zoom button T/ P. 39, 61 Shooting T: Enlarges a distant subject. (zoom-in, telephoto shooting) HQ 2288 1712 HQ 2288 1712 Press Playback...
Page 13 How to use the buttons Zoom button W/ P. 39, 62 Shooting W: Enables shooting at a wider angle. (zoom-out, wide-angle shooting) HQ 2288 1712 HQ 2288 1712 Press Playback Displays all stored images at once (index display). Pressing this button also sorts stored images by shooting date and displays a calendar showing you corresponding thumbnails on the respective shooting dates (calendar display).
Page 14 How to use the buttons Menu button P. 17 Displays or exits menu. FLASH MODE MODE MENU SCENE SELECT HQ 2288 1712 Press Press the menu button again to exit the menu.
Page 15: Joystick Operation
How to use the buttons Joystick operation The Joystick can be pushed up, down or left or right, or it can be pressed. These operations enable you to set various functions on the menus or to select frames during playback. Push the upper edge, lower edge, left edge or right Press the center down...
Page 16 How to use the buttons The following illustrations show how to operate the Joystick. When pushing up When pushing left When pushing right When pushing down When pressing the center...
Page 17: How To Use The Menus
How to use the menus The camera’s functions can be set. Display the menus on the monitor and select or set them. Operation Select the mode and turn on the POWER switch camera. Press Display the top menu. Joystick Mode switch Press MENU button This section explains how the menu...
Page 18 How to use the menus Going to the setting screen directly and setting the function FLASH MODE MODE MENU SCENE SELECT FLASH MODE Currently selected item AUTO Operation guide is displayed at the å bottom of the screen. SELECT SELECT Push the Joystick up or down to select the item.
Page 19 How to use the menus Setting functions in MODE MENU The following example shows the setting. FLASH MODE MODE MENU SCENE SELECT å ESP/ P. 23 DRIVE CAMERA PICTURE CARD SETUP The functions are categorized under Select a tab. tabs. CAMERA ESP/ The current setting is displayed.
Page 20 How to use the menus FORMAT CARD tab ALL RESET ENGLISH PW ON SETUP When a tab is selected, the respective functions are displayed. PW OFF SETUP SETUP tab REC VIEW Move to the functions of the tab you are selecting. Push right Select the item.
Page 21 How to use the menus Select the option and confirm it. ESP/ DRIVE Press the Joystick Normal shooting screen is restored. repeatedly until the menu disappears. The icon corresponding to the setting is displayed. (The super macro icon is displayed here.) HQ 2288 1712 Returning to the previous item on the menus Press...
Page 22: Top Menu
How to use the menus Types of the menus Top menu P. 52 P.58 mode mode FLASH MODE MODE MENU MODE MENU DIGITAL ZOOM SCENE SELECT P. 29 P. 34 P. 29 P. 40 P .64 P. 70 mode (still image) mode (movie) MOVIE PLAY INFO...
Page 23: Mode Menu
How to use the menus Mode menu CAMERA : Sets shooting functions. PICTURE : Sets white balance. EDIT : Edits recorded images. CARD : Formats the card or erases all recorded images. ESP/ SETUP : Sets basic functions that allow you to use the camera more efficiently, such as date, time, language selection DRIVE...
Page 24 How to use the menus mode P. 65 P. 66 PLAY tab EDIT tab BLACK & WHITE SEPIA P. 108 P. 69 P. 67 P. 67 P. 66 P. 82 P. 80 CARD tab SETUP tab ALL RESET ALL ERASE ENGLISH FORMAT PW ON SETUP...
Page 25: Things To Know Before Shooting
Things to know before shooting In most shooting situations, the camera can give you satisfying results if you simply press the shutter button. However, sometimes you may come across a subject that is difficult to focus on. This chapter explains how to deal with those hard-to-focus subjects.
Page 26: If Correct Focus Cannot Be Obtained
If correct focus cannot be obtained The camera selects the subject to focus on automatically by detecting the contrast. If the subject’s contrast is relatively weak, the camera may focus on something else within the chosen image composition. To avoid this you can use Focus Lock.
Page 27 If correct focus cannot be obtained Keep the shutter button pressed halfway until the green lamp lights. Green lamp When shooting a hard-to-focus Half press subject, point the camera at an object about the same distance away as the subject. HQ 2288 1712 Keeping the shutter button pressed The focus and exposure are locked...
Page 28: Subjects That Are Difficult To Focus On
If correct focus cannot be obtained Subjects that are difficult to focus on Under the following conditions, auto focus may not work properly. The green lamp blinks: The subject cannot be brought into focus. Subjects with low contrast Subjects in excessively bright Subjects with no vertical light in the center of the frame lines...
Page 29: Selecting The Record Mode
Selecting the record mode You can select the best record mode for your purpose (printing, editing on a PC, attaching to e-mail, etc.). Still picture record mode In the mode, select in the top Mode switch menu. “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Select from [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] or [SQ2].
Page 30 Selecting the record mode SQ1/SQ2 setting Select the 2048x1536 HIGH picture size. 1600x1200 NORMAL 1280x960 CANCEL SELECT Select the compression. 2048x1536 HIGH 1600x1200 NORMAL 1280x960 SELECT...
Page 31 Selecting the record mode Record Picture size mode Larger file size, clearer image quality For printing in larger size or 2288 x 1712 image retouching on a computer. 2048 x 1536 HIGH 1600 x 1200 For printing in postcard size NORMAL 1280 x 960 1024 x 768...
Page 32 Selecting the record mode Movie record mode In the mode, select in the top menu. “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Select the record mode. SHQ 640 x 480 30 HQ 640 x 480 15 640 x 480, 320 x 240 T Resolution 30 fps T 30 frames/sec.
Page 33: Advanced Shooting
Advanced shooting Close-ups of small objects like flowers or jewelry, capturing a fast- moving subject like a child running around, shooting with a natural- looking illuminated background at night — did you ever wonder how to achieve the results you want without complicated and time-consuming camera settings? With this camera, you will find a new way of capturing all those special moments and effects in an instant.
Page 34: Using The Situation-Related Shooting Modes
Using the situation-related shooting modes In addition to the basic shooting mode (Program Auto), more than 10 different shooting modes ( P. 34 - 38) are available to suit a wide range of shooting situations. The camera automatically optimizes the settings for the shooting conditions and provides the effects you want.
Page 35: Night + Portrait
Using the situation-related shooting modes NIGHT + PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting both the main subject and background at night. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. • The flash fires in the red-eye reduction mode.
Page 36: Indoor
Using the situation-related shooting modes INDOOR Suitable for shooting both the main subject and background indoors. Clear reproduction of background as well. FIREWORKS Suitable for shooting fireworks. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting a portrait-style image of a person.
Page 37: Self Portrait (Shooting Yourself While Holding The Camera)
Using the situation-related shooting modes SELF PORTRAIT Allows you to take a picture of yourself while holding the camera. The focus is locked on you (shooter). • Zoom position is fixed at W. CUISINE Suitable for still life photography. Vividly reproduces colors of fruit, vegetables, flowers, etc.
Page 38: Beach & Snow (Shooting Seascapes Or Snow-Capped Mountain Landscapes )
Using the situation-related shooting modes BEACH & SNOW Suitable for shooting snow-capped mountain landscapes, white sand beaches, seascapes, etc. AVAILABLE LIGHT PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting sensitive subjects in lowlight conditions without a flash. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera.
Page 39: Zoom
Zoom Telephoto shooting is possible by using the optical and digital zoom. The optical zoom uses the lens of the camera to move you closer to your subject, and digital zoom crops the center of the image projected onto the CCD and enlarges it digitally with slightly reduced picture quality.
Page 40: Digital Zoom - Using The Digital Zoom
Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM — Using the digital zoom In the mode: Zoom button (T In the top menu , select MODE MENU T CAMERA T DIGITAL ZOOM T In the mode: In the top menu, select DIGITAL ZOOM T ON. “How to use the menus”...
Page 41: Macro Mode Shooting
Macro mode shooting Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject. In the macro mode focusing will be performed quickly. (macro) (super macro) For shooting from as close as 30 cm For shooting from as close as 3 –...
Page 42: Self-Timer Shooting
Self-timer shooting This feature allows you to take pictures with yourself in them. Stabilize the camera. In the mode, select MODE Shutter button MENU in the top menu T CAMERA T ON. “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick MENU button mark is displayed.
Page 43: Drive - Sequential Shooting
DRIVE — Sequential shooting You can shoot pictures sequentially. In the HQ record mode, approximately 9 frames can be shot in sequence. In the mode, select MODE MENU Shutter button in the top menu T CAMERA T DRIVE T “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Take pictures.
Page 44: Panorama
PANORAMA You can take advantage of panorama shooting when you use an Olympus xD-Picture Card. Pictures with overlapping edges can be connected to form a single panoramic image with OLYMPUS Master software (included on the provided CD-ROM). In the mode, select MODE MENU...
Page 45 Press MENU to finish panorama shooting. Note ● Panorama shooting is possible only when using the Olympus brand card. ● The following functions are not available during panorama shooting: flash shooting, sequential shooting, 2 IN1 shooting, SELF PORTRAIT shooting...
Page 46: In 1
2 IN 1 Allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a single picture. First shot Second shot In the mode, select MODE MENU Shutter button in the top menu T CAMERA T 2 IN 1. “How to use the menus”...
Page 47: Movie Recording
Movie recording You can record movies and sound simultaneously. When shooting in the SHQ record mode, the maximum recording time is approximately 8 seconds. Turn on the camera in the mode. Microphone ~ P. 10 POWER switch Press Shutter button Compose your shot while viewing the monitor.
Page 48 Movie recording Stop recording. Press the shutter button fully again. blinks while the movie is being stored on the card. Note When the remaining recording time has been used up, recording stops automatically.
Page 49: Recording Sound
Recording sound This function lets you record sound when taking a still picture or recording movies. In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T T ON. Microphone “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Shutter button Take a picture or record movies. Joystick mark is displayed.
Page 50 MEMO...
Page 51: How To Optimize Your Settings Before Shooting
How to optimize your settings before shooting If you wish to go beyond simple shooting using only the shutter button, you will find various functions that can be used to modify image/brightness/exposure parameters to achieve remarkably better results. For instance, if you want to shoot in a place where the use of a flash is prohibited, such as a museum or theater, or if your subject would strongly reflect the flash light, shooting without the flash would typically result in a blurred or dark picture.
Page 52: Flash
Flash You can select from 4 different flash modes depending on the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. Auto-flash (No indication) Automatically fires in low-light and backlight conditions. Red-eye reduction flash The light from the flash may make the subject’s eyes appear red in the image.
Page 53 Flash In the mode, select FLASH Shutter button MODE in the top menu, then select the flash mode. “How to use the menu” (P. 17) Press the shutter button halfway. Half press The icon of the Joystick selected flash mode (flash stand-by) mark lights when the flash is ready to fire.
Page 54: Iso Sensitivity
ISO sensitivity The higher the ISO value, the greater the camera’s light sensitivity and the better its ability to shoot in low light conditions. However, higher values also introduce noise into the resulting image, which may give them a grainy appearance. In the mode, select MODE MENU Shutter button...
Page 55: Changing The Metering Area Esp
Changing the metering area Spot metering is useful when you do not want to let the brightness of the surrounding area affect the picture. Recommended for shooting a backlit subject. Meters the center of the monitor and the Meters only the center of the monitor to surrounding area separately.
Page 56: Varying The Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
Varying the image brightness (Exposure Compensation) In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. Often bright subjects (such as snow) will turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjusting toward + makes these subjects closer to their real shades.
Page 57: Wb - Adjusting The Color Tone
WB — Adjusting the color tone Color reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight, the setting sun or tungsten lighting are reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly different for each. By setting the WB (white balance), you can achieve more natural-looking colors.
Page 58: Image Stabilizer
Image stabilizer Reduces the effects of camera shake during movie recording. The camera prevents the subject from appearing blurred by adjusting the images projected onto the CCD as the subject moves. Images will be slightly enlarged if this function is used. In the mode, select in the...
Page 59: Playback
Playback One of the big advantages of a digital camera is that as soon as you take a picture, you can see how it looks right away. That means that if the picture is out of focus or just hasn’t turned out the way you want, you can erase it and try again.
Page 60: Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images Single-frame playback Turn on the camera in the mode. POWER switch Press The shooting information The last recorded displayed on the screen image appears. disappears after 3 seconds. Joystick Mode switch 100–0015 ’04.12.24 00:00 Use the Joystick to select images you want to view. Push the Joystick up to jump to Push the Joystick left to display the image 10 frames back.
Page 61: Close-Up Playback
Viewing still images Close-up playback Lets you enlarge and display images at up to 5 times normal size. Play back the image you want to Zoom button W view. “Single-frame playback” (P. 60) Press the zoom button to enlarge Press Joystick Each time you press the zoom button, the image is enlarged.
Page 62: Index Display
Viewing still images Index display Lets you show several images at the same time on the monitor. It is useful when you want to quickly search a number of images to find a particular one. Play back an image. Zoom button W “Single-frame playback”...
Page 63: Calendar Display
Viewing still images Calendar display You can search and view images stored on the card according to calendar date. Press the zoom button twice. In index display mode, press the zoom button once. 2004 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 29 30 9 10 10 11 11 If more than one image was taken...
Page 64: Slideshow (Sequential Auto Playback)
Viewing still images Slideshow (sequential auto playback) Lets you run through images stored in the card one after another. If you try to use slideshow with a movie, only the first frame of the movie is played back. In the top menu, select “How to use the menus”...
Page 65: Rotating Images
Viewing still images Rotating images Images shot with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you turn such images 90 degrees counterclockwise or clockwise so that they are displayed vertically. Example: Images shot with 100–0010 0010 the camera held vertically.
Page 66: Editing Still Images
Editing still images Lets you edit recorded still images. The following editing functions are available. Edited images will be saved as new images. BLACK & WHITE Creates black and white images. SEPIA Creates sepia-toned images. Resizing Converts the image file size to 640 x 480 or 320 x 240. Trimming Crops part of image.
Page 67: Resizing
Editing still images Resizing Play back the image you want to Zoom button W resize. “Single-frame playback” (P. 60) In the top menu, select MODE MENU T EDIT T “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Select the file size. 640 x 480 A bar is displayed when editing is in progress.
Page 68 Editing still images Set trimming. Set the trimming position. Set the trimming size. The orientation of the trimming frame changes from horizontal to Press vertical and vice versa when the maximum or minimum size is reached. The preview is displayed. Select OK.
Page 69: Adding Sound To Recorded Images
Adding sound to recorded images Sound can be added to a still image that you have already shot. You can also re- record over the sound that has already been recorded. Recording time per image is approximately 4 seconds. Play back the image you want to add sound to.
Page 70: Movie Play - Viewing Movies
MOVIE PLAY — Viewing movies Display an image with the mark. “Single-frame playback” (P. 60) (movie) mark Joystick MENU button The first frame of the movie is played In the top menu, select MOVIE PLAY. back. “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Movie play starts.
Page 71 MOVIE PLAY — Viewing movies Available operations during movie play During movie play Plays the movie in reverse at double the normal speed. Increases the sound volume. Each time the Joystick is pushed, the speed changes in the following sequence: Plays the movie at double the x2 T x20 T x1 normal speed.
Page 72: Editing Movies
Editing movies This function lets you create indexes as well as edit movies. CAPTURE — Capturing a movie frame You can take one frame from the movie and save it as a still image. CAPTURE is available only for images recorded in the SHQ or HQ record mode. Play back the movie frame you want to save as a still image.
Page 73: Index - Making Movie Index
Editing movies INDEX — Making movie index Movies can be displayed as indexes of 9 still frames and stored as still images on the card. Play back the movie you want to index. In the top menu, select MODE MENU T EDIT T INDEX.
Page 74 Editing movies Select OK. INDEX To select different frames, select RESET. Repeat the procedure from step RESET CANCEL To quit index editing, select CANCEL. SELECT • The 9 frames extracted 100–0050 0050 automatically from the movie appear as an index display. •...
Page 75: Edit - Editing A Movie
Editing movies EDIT — Editing a movie This function lets you erase parts of the movie that you do not want. In the top menu, select MODE MENU T EDIT T EDIT. “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Select the first frame of the part you Displays the want to keep.
Page 76 Editing movies Select OK. EDIT To select different frames, select RESET. Repeat the procedure from step RESET CANCEL To quit movie editing, select CANCEL. SELECT Select NEW FILE or OVERWRITE. EDIT Stores the edited movie as a new NEW FILE movie.
Page 77: Playback On Tv
Playback on TV Use the AV cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. Both still images and movies can be played back. Turn off the camera and the TV, Set the mode switch to and turn then connect the multi connector on the camera.
Page 78: Protecting Images (Preventing Accidental Erasure)
Protecting images (preventing accidental erasure) Protect images you do not want to erase. Protected images cannot be erased by the selected frame/all-frame erase function. Play back the image you want to protect. “Single-frame playback” (P. 60) Joystick In the top menu, select “How to use the menus”...
Page 79: Erasing Images
Erasing images Lets you erase recorded images. You can select either single-frame erase, which erases only the currently displayed image, or all-frame erase, which erases all the images stored on the card. Note ● Protected images cannot be erased. Cancel protected images, then erase them.
Page 80: All-Frame Erasure
Erasing images All-frame erase In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CARD T ALL ERASE. ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Select YES. Joystick ALL ERASE CAUTION ERASING ALL The erase confirmation screen is displayed. NO: Cancels erasing. SELECT Displayed when erasing is in BUSY...
Page 81: Customizing The Settings/Functions Of Your Camera
Customizing the settings/functions of your camera Thanks to digital technology you can effortlessly customize many of your camera’s functions. For example, you can turn off the shutter sound when you are about to take pictures inside museum, change the slideshow transition pattern, or use one of your own images for the camera’s startup screen.
Page 82: All Reset - Saving The Camera's Settings
ALL RESET — Saving the camera’s settings This function lets you save the current camera settings when the power is turned off. Available functions for ALL RESET are listed on the next page. The ALL RESET setting (ON/OFF) applies to all the modes. If ALL RESET is set in one mode, this setting applies to all the other modes, both shooting and playback.
Page 83 ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settings ALL RESET: Functions that reset to factory default settings when set to ON Functions Factory default settings Ref. page FLASH MODE AUTO P. 52 SCENE SELECT P. 34 P. 41 ESP/ P. 55 P.
Page 84: Changing The Display Language
“How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Select a language. You can add more languages to your camera by downloading ENGLISH language firmware from our Web FRANCAIS Site at http://www.olympus.com DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL SELECT MODE FLASH FLASH MODE MENU MODE MODE MENU...
Page 85: Pw On Setup/Pw Off Setup - Power On/Off Display/Sound Setting
PW ON SETUP/PW OFF SETUP — Power on/off display/sound setting You can select the display and sound for the startup/shutdown screen that appears every time the camera is turned on/off. One of your own shots can also be used for the startup/shutdown screen. “SCREEN SETUP —...
Page 86 PW ON SETUP/PW OFF SETUP — Power on/off display/sound setting Set for SOUND. The sound volume is determined by PW ON SETUP the VOLUME setting. SCREEN “VOLUME — Selecting the SOUND playback volume” (P. 90) SELECT Confirm your setting.
Page 87: Screen Setup - Setting Up An Image For The Startup/Shutdown Screen
SCREEN SETUP — Setting up an image for the startup/shutdown screen Allows you to use one of your own images stored on the card for the startup/shutdown screen that appears every time the camera is turned on/off. To display your new startup/shutdown screen, change the PW ON SETUP/PW OFF SETUP setting.
Page 88 SCREEN SETUP — Setting up an image for the startup/shutdown screen Use the Joystick to select the image “Single-frame playback”(P. 60) you want to use for the startup/shutdown screen. ’04. 04. 12.24 00:00 12.24 00:00 SELECT SELECT Select OK. Example: PW ON is selected. SCREEN SETUP The image is set and the step SET AS PW ON SCREEN...
Page 89: Rec View - Checking The Picture Immediately After Shooting
REC VIEW — Checking the picture immediately after shooting You can select whether to display the picture you have just taken on the monitor. Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU Mode switch T SETUP T REC VIEW. “How to use the menus”...
Page 90: Volume - Selecting The Playback Volume
VOLUME — Selecting the playback volume You can set the sound volume by 5 levels when playing back a movie or a still image or when turning the camera on/off. Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU Mode switch T SETUP T VOLUME.
Page 91: Setting The Warning Tone
Setting the warning tone You can change the volume of the beep sound used for warnings or turn the sound off completely. Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Select the volume.
Page 92: Beep - Setting The Button Operation Sound
BEEP — Setting the button operation sound You can select the sound emitted when a button is pressed, or mute the sound completely. You can also set the button sound volume to either LOW or HIGH. Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T BEEP.
Page 93: Shutter Sound - Setting The Shutter Sound
SHUTTER SOUND — Setting the shutter sound You can select the shutter sound, or mute the sound completely. You can also set the shutter sound volume to either LOW or HIGH. Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU Mode switch T SETUP T SHUTTER SOUND.
Page 94: File Name - Assigning A File Name
FILE NAME — Assigning a file name When a picture is stored on the card, the camera assigns it a unique file name and saves it in a folder. The folder and file name can later be used for file handling on a computer.
Page 95: Pixel Mapping - Checking The Image Processing Functions
PIXEL MAPPING — Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is not necessary to operate this function frequently. Approximately once a year is recommended. After taking pictures or playing them back, wait for at least one minute before using the pixel mapping function to ensure that it operates correctly.
Page 96: Adjusting The Monitor Brightness
Adjusting the monitor brightness Lets you adjust the brightness of the monitor. Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Adjust the brightness. SELECT...
Page 97: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the date and time The date/time is saved with recorded images and file names are assigned based on the date/time settings. 100–0015 ’04.12.24 00:00 Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Set the date/time.
Page 98 Setting the date and time Set the date. 2004 Moves to the year setting. The first two digits of the year are fixed. 00 00 SELECT Repeat the procedure until the date and time are completely set. 2004 2004 The time is displayed in the 24-hour format.
Page 99: Video Out - Selecting The Video Signal Type
VIDEO OUT — Selecting the video signal type You can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. Select the video signal type before connecting the AV cable. If you use the wrong video signal type, you will not be able to play back the recorded pictures properly on your TV.
Page 100: Selecting The Number Of Images
Selecting the number of images You can select the number of frames displayed in an index display ( P. 62). Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU Mode switch T SETUP T “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Select the number of images.
Page 101: Setup - Changing The Slideshow Pattern
SETUP — Changing the slideshow pattern You can select the type of transition for slideshow ( P. 64) from 9 different patterns. Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU Mode switch T SETUP T SETUP. “How to use the menus” (P. 17) Joystick Select the type.
Page 102 SETUP — Changing the slideshow pattern NORMAL SCROLL FADE The images appear The next image scrolls in The next scene gradually sequentially one after from the right to the left. fades in. another.
Page 103 SETUP — Changing the slideshow pattern ZOOM DOWN ZOOM UP SWIVEL The current image shrinks The current image expands The next image squeezes in toward the center of the from the center of the screen from the right of the screen, screen and is replaced by and disappears, then the next pushing the current image...
Page 104 SETUP — Changing the slideshow pattern CHECKERBOARD BLINDS RANDOM The current image The next image appears in The camera picks a disappears and the next stripes like a blind over the different type of slideshow image appears as a mosaic, current image, filling it up at random per each gradually filling up the screen.
Page 105: Info - Displaying Shooting Information On The Monitor
INFO — Displaying shooting information on the monitor You can display detailed shooting information on the monitor for 3 seconds in the playback mode. For details on the displayed information, refer to “Monitor indications” (P. 171). Available modes In the top menu, select INFO T ON Mode switch or OFF.
Page 106: Format - Formatting The Card
FORMAT — Formatting the card Lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Non-Olympus cards or cards formatted on a computer must be formatted with the camera before they can be used. All data stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is formatted.
Page 107: Printing
Printing Turning the images you shot into prints is the next step in digital imaging. You can print your images at photo labs or on your own printer. If you print at photo labs, you’ll find the print reservation function helpful. Print reservation allows you to save the number of prints and the date and time information on the card.
Page 108: Print Reservation (Dpof)
Print reservation (DPOF) Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/time information) with the pictures stored on the card. With print reservation, you can print out pictures easily either at home using a personal DPOF-compatible printer or at a photo lab that supports DPOF.
Page 109 Print reservation (DPOF) Picture size and printing The resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of dots (pixels) per square inch. This is called dpi (dots per inch). The higher the dpi value, the better the printed results. Keep in mind, however, that the dpi of the picture does not change.
Page 110: Selecting The Print Reservation Mode
Print reservation (DPOF) Selecting the print reservation mode Two print reservation modes are available: single-frame reservation and all- frame reservation : Applies print reservation to selected pictures. P. 111 : Applies print reservation to all the pictures stored in the card or album. P.117 Play back a still picture.
Page 111: Single-Frame Reservation
Print reservation (DPOF) Single-frame reservation Lets you apply print reservation to selected pictures. You can change print reservation data you’ve already made, such as the number of prints or date and time setting. Display the picture to be printed and select the desired number of prints.
Page 112 Print reservation (DPOF) Set the print reservation items as desired. SINGLE PRINT: Sets the number of prints to 1. are not available. MORE : Sets (number of prints), (date and time) and (trimming). CANCEL : Cancels the print reservation of the currently displayed image.
Page 113 Print reservation (DPOF) When you have selected MORE Select the MORE items to set. DATE SELECT Set the options for each item. When you have selected P. 115 Displayed when x is selected. SELECT When you have selected : The pictures are printed without the date and time.
Page 114 Print reservation (DPOF) Confirm the MORE setting. • The screen returns to the step picture selection screen. • To apply print reservation to other pictures, repeat steps through • To end MORE and exit the print reservation mode, select END in step When you have selected END Exit the print reservation mode.
Page 115 Print reservation (DPOF) Trimming Zoom button T/W Lets you crop part of a recorded picture and print out the enlarged section only. Select in step on page 113 beforehand. If trimming has already been set, the following screen is displayed. Select RESET.
Page 116 Print reservation (DPOF) Confirm the setting. Select OK. RESET CANCEL SELECT DATE The step screen is restored. P. 114 SELECT...
Page 117: All-Frame Reservation
Print reservation (DPOF) All-frame reservation Lets you apply print reservation to all the pictures stored in the card or album. You can add the shooting date or time for each picture. One print is made for each frame. . ~P. 110 Select Joystick Select the...
Page 118 Print reservation (DPOF) Confirm each setting. TIME SELECT Confirm the setting. MODE MENU is restored. Exit the menu. Print reservation Picture with print reservation...
Page 119: Resetting Print Reservation
Print reservation (DPOF) Resetting print reservation Lets you reset print reservation data. You can reset all print reservation data or just the data for selected pictures. Play back a still picture. “Single-frame playback” (P. 60) In the top menu, select MODE MENU T PLAY T “How to use the menus”...
Page 120 Print reservation (DPOF) Select the picture with print reservation data you want to reset. ’04. 04. 12.18 13:00 12.18 13:00 SELECT SELECT Select CANCEL. SINGLE PRINT MORE • The screen returns to step CANCEL • To reset print reservation for other images, repeat steps To finish resetting the print reservation, select END on the step...
Page 121: Direct Printing (Pictbridge)
Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out recorded pictures directly. With the camera connected to the printer, select the pictures you want to print and the number of prints on the camera’s monitor.
Page 122: Connecting The Camera To A Printer
Direct printing (PictBridge) Connecting the camera to a printer POWER switch Look for this mark. Joystick Turn the Insert the USB cable’s plug printer on. into the USB port on the printer. For details on how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
Page 123 Direct printing (PictBridge) Select PRINT. • If PC is selected, the PRINT MODE SELECT screen is not displayed. Remove the USB cable and repeat the procedure from PRINT step again. • If END is selected, the camera is not recognized by the printer. In SELECT mode, the camera turns off and in the...
Page 124: Flowchart For Printing
Direct printing (PictBridge) Flowchart for printing When you have connected the camera to a printer successfully, you can apply print reservation to selected pictures or you can print a currently displayed picture. Follow the operation guide on the camera’s monitor. ÑñÉí...
Page 125: Print Pictures
Direct printing (PictBridge) Select frames you want to print. Display the picture you want to print. You can print the currently displayed picture at once or you can just apply print 100–0010 0010 reservation to it. SELECT SELECT SELECT PRINT PRINT PRINT SINGLE PRINT...
Page 126: Selecting The Print Mode
Direct printing (PictBridge) Selecting the print mode Select the type of printing (print mode). You can print pictures one by one or multiple pictures on a single sheet of paper. Prints all the pictures PRINT MODE SELECT screen stored in the card and makes one print for each PRINT MODE SELECT picture.
Page 127: Setting The Print Paper Items
Direct printing (PictBridge) Setting the print paper items This setting varies depending on the type of printer. If only the printer’s STANDARD setting is available, you cannot change the setting. PRINTPAPER PRINTPAPER SIZE BORDERLESS SIZE BORDERLESS STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD CANCEL SELECT CANCEL SELECT...
Page 128: Trimming
Direct printing (PictBridge) Trimming You can crop part of a picture and print the uncropped section as a full picture. If the trimmed picture is small, enlarging it may result in graininess when printing it. Use the zoom button T/W to set the trimming size and use the Joystick to move the frame to the trimming position.
Page 129: If An Error Code Is Displayed
Direct printing (PictBridge) If an error code is displayed ● If an error code is displayed during direct printing setting or printing, see the following table. ● For more details on solutions, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. ● If other codes are displayed, refer to “Error codes” (P. 150). Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action...
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Page 131: Transferring Images To A Computer
Transferring images to a computer Transferring images to your computer is a great way to make the most of the potential of digital imaging. Not only can you print the images of your choice, you can also use image processing software to organize, edit, and manipulate images.
Page 132: Flowchart
Flowchart Just connect the camera to a computer with the USB cable and you can easily transfer images stored on the card to the computer with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. Installing OLYMPUS Master P. 135 ¥ Connecting the camera to the computer using the provided USB cable P.
Page 133 When your computer cannot read the camera’s image data with the USB connection Transferring images to the computer is possible with the use of the optional PC card adapter or other media adapters for the xD-Picture Card. For details, see the Olympus web site. PC card adapter xD-Picture Card...
Page 134: Using The Provided Olympus Master Software
You can print in a variety of formats including index prints, calendars, postcards, and more. For information about OLYMPUS Master’s other features, as well as for details on how to use the software, refer to OLYMPUS Master Help or the OLYMPUS Master software user’s guide.
Page 135: Installing Olympus Master
Note ● Only pre-installed operating systems are supported. ● To install OLYMPUS Master on a computer running Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP, login as a user with administrator privileges. ● QuickTime 6 and Internet Explorer 6 or later must be installed on the computer beforehand.
Page 136 Windows Boot your computer and insert the OLYMPUS Master CD into your CD-ROM drive. ● The OLYMPUS Master Setup Menu will automatically launch. ● If the menu window does not appear, double-click the [My Computer] icon, and click the CD-ROM icon.
Page 137 ● A window appears to inform you when installation is complete. Click [Finish]. ● The screen returns to the Olympus Software Setup Menu. When a window appears asking you to restart your computer, click the check box for [I want to restart the computer now].
Page 138 Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software Macintosh Insert the OLYMPUS Master software CD into your CD-ROM drive. ● The CD-ROM window automatically appears. ● If the screen does not appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon on your desktop. Double-click the [Installer] icon.
Page 139: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
Connecting the camera to the computer Connect the camera to your computer with the provided USB cable. Look for this mark. Insert the marked end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer. Terminal USB port The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer.
Page 140 OLYMPUS Master, click [Cancel]. ● Mac OS X iPhoto is the default image management application for Mac OS. When you connect your Olympus digital camera for the first time, iPhoto will start up automatically. Close iPhoto and start OLYMPUS Master. Note When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional.
Page 141: Starting Olympus Master
● The OLYMPUS Master main menu appears. ● The first time you start the program, a dialog box appears, prompting you for User Information. Enter your name and the OLYMPUS Master serial number that is printed on the affixed label, then select your country.
Page 142: Displaying The Camera's Images On Your Computer
Downloading images to save on your computer Save images downloaded from the camera on your computer. Click (Transfer Images) in the OLYMPUS Master main menu. ● The selection menu for the folders containing the files to be copied appears. Click (From Camera).
Page 143: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer
Displaying the camera’s images on your computer Disconnecting the camera from your computer After downloading images from the camera to your computer, you can disconnect the camera from your computer. Make sure that the card access mark on the camera’s monitor goes out. Card access mark Windows 98SE:...
Page 144 Displaying the camera’s images on your computer Macintosh: Drag and drop the [untitled] (or [NO_NAME]) icon on the desktop to å [Trash]. Unplug the USB cable from the camera. Note Windows Me/2000/XP: When you click [Unplug or Eject Hardware], the window may return the following message.
Page 145: Viewing Still Images And Movies
Viewing still images and movies Click (Browse Images) in the OLYMPUS main menu. ● The Browse window appears. Double-click the thumbnail of the image you want to view. Thumbnail ● The screen switches to the View mode, enlarging the image.
Page 146: Printing Images
The print menus include menus such as [Photo], [Index], [Postcard], [Calendar] etc. The examples in the instructions below are taken from the [Photo] menu. Click (Print Images) in the OLYMPUS Master main menu. ● The print menu appears. Click (Photo).
Page 147: Transferring Images To Your Computer Without Using Olympus Master
● Users running Windows 98 need to install the USB driver. Before connecting the camera to your computer with the USB cable, double-click the file included in the following folder on the provided OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM. When you install OLYMPUS Master on a computer running Windows 98SE, the USB driver will be installed at the same time.
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Page 149: Appendix
Appendix The appendix will assist in solving most problems you may encounter. Solutions to error messages, operational problems, blurry pictures, camera storage, basic terminology and more can easily be found in this section. If you encounter problems...
Page 150: Error Codes
If you encounter problems Error codes Monitor Possible cause Corrective action indication The first time the Set the date and time. camera is used or when it is left with the battery removed for a Y/M/D long time, the default date and time setting are restored.
Page 151 If you encounter problems Monitor Possible cause Corrective action indication The battery/card Close the battery/card compartment compartment cover is cover. open. CARD-COVER OPEN...
Page 152: Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems Troubleshooting Ref. Possible cause Corrective action Page The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond. The power is off. The camera automatically turns off if it is not – operated for a certain period of time. Press the POWER switch to turn the camera on.
Page 153 If you encounter problems Ref. Possible cause Corrective action Page The flash does not fire. The flash is set to the Select a different flash mode (not flash off P. 52 flash off mode The subject is brightly If you want the flash to fire on a brightly P.
Page 154 If you encounter problems Ref. Possible cause Corrective action Page Pictures cannot be displayed or clearly viewed on the monitor. The power is off. The camera automatically turns off if it is not – operated for a certain period of time. Press the POWER switch to turn the camera on.
Page 155 Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty. The camera is not recognized by the PC. The USB driver has not Install the OLYMPUS Master. P. 136 been installed. The power is off.
Page 156: Camera Maintenance
Camera maintenance Cleaning the camera Press the POWER switch to turn off the camera. Make sure that the monitor is turned off. Remove the battery and card. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter from the camera first before removing the plug from the AC outlet.
Page 157: Safety Precautions
Before using the camera, check that the camera works properly. Battery handling precautions ● This camera uses an lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using ●...
Page 158 The card cannot be used if it is formatted on the computer or other devices. Be sure to format the card on your camera before use. ● Olympus is not responsible for lost or destroyed data in the card, or for damage of data stored in other media.
Page 159 Safety precautions LCD monitor ● Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become fuzzy, resulting in a playback mode failure or damage to the monitor. If the monitor is damaged, be careful not to get any of the liquid crystals from the monitor in your mouth.
Page 160: Glossary
Glossary CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) This converts light passing through the lens into electrical signals. With this camera, light is picked up and converted into RGB signals to build a single image. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A standard for image files by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
Page 161 Glossary PictBridge A standard that enables digital cameras and printers made by different manufacturers to be connected, and also allows pictures to be printed directly from the camera. Pixels A pixel is the smallest unit (dot) used to make up an image. Clear large-sized printed images require millions of pixels.
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Page 163: Information
Information This chapter covers all the camera’s functions already described in Chapters 1 through 9. You can refer to the names of the camera’s buttons and parts, the names and meanings of the icons displayed on the monitor, and the top menu and mode menu lists as necessary.
Page 164: Menu Directory
Menu directory Shooting menu ( mode) Top menu Function Setting Ref. page MODE MENU CAMERA OFF , ON P. 42 OFF , P. 41 ESP/ ESP , P. 55 –2.0 - 0.0 - +2.0 P. 56 DRIVE P. 43 AUTO , 80, 100, 200, 400 P.
Page 165 Menu directory Top menu Function Setting Ref. page SCENE SELECT PROGRAM AUTO, P. 34 2288 x 1712, P. 29 2288 x 1520 2288 x 1712, P. 29 2288 x 1520 2048 x 1536 P. 29 HIGH, 1600 x 1200 NORMAL 1280 x 960 1024 x 768 HIGH,...
Page 166 Menu directory Shooting menu ( mode) Top menu Function Setting Ref. page MODE MENU CAMERA OFF , ON P. 42 OFF , P. 41 ESP/ ESP , P. 55 –2.0 - 0.0 - +2.0 P. 56 OFF, ON P. 49 PICTURE AUTO , P.
Page 167 Menu directory Playback menu ( mode) Top menu Function Setting Ref. page MODE MENU PLAY OFF, +90°, 0° , –90° P. 65 P. 108 P. 69 EDIT BLACK&WHITE P. 66 SEPIA P. 66 P. 67 P. 67 INDEX P. 73 EDIT P.
Page 168: Available Functions By Shooting Mode
Available functions by shooting mode Mode Function Zoom QUICK VIEW — AUTO (Cannot be selected in mode) — (Cannot be selected in mode) — (Cannot be selected in mode) — SCENE SELECT — — DIGITAL ZOOM (Cannot be selected in mode) (Cannot be selected in mode)
Page 169 Available functions by shooting mode Mode Function FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING VIDEO OUT : Available —: Not available...
Page 170: Names Of Parts
Names of parts Camera Power lamp POWER switch Speaker Shutter button ~ P. 26 QUICK VIEW button Zoom button ~ P. 39, 61, 62 Joystick Erase button ~ P. 15 ~ P. 79 MENU button ~ P. 17 Monitor ~ P. 96, 171 Lens cap string eyelet Lens Flash ~ P.
Page 171: Monitor Indications
Names of parts Monitor indications ISO100 100–0030 SIZE: 2048 1536 ISO100 ISO100 ’04. 12.23 21:56 HQ 2288 1712 Shooting mode Playback mode Items Indications Ref. page Shooting modes P. 34 Battery check P. 173 Flash stand-by (Lit) P. 52 Camera movement (Blinks) warning/Flash charging Green lamp...
Page 172 Names of parts ISO100 100–0030 SIZE: SIZE: 2048 1536 ISO100 ISO100 ’04. 12.23 21:56 HQ 2288 1712 Shooting mode Playback mode Items Indications Ref. page ISO80, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400 P. 54 White balance P. 57 Metering mode P. 55 AF target mark P.
Page 173 Names of parts Memory gauge The memory gauge lights up when the camera is storing a still picture you have just taken on the card. The memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the shooting status. If the memory gauge is fully lit, wait a few seconds until it goes off to take the next shot.
Page 174: Index
Index 2 IN 1 ............46 DRIVE ............43 ..............31 EDIT ............75 AC adapter..........158 ERASE ..........79 AF target mark ..........26 Error codes ........129,150 ALL ERASE ........80 ESP/ ..........55 All-frame reservation ......117 EV ............160 ALL RESET ..........82 Exposure ........27, 56, 160 Autofocus ..........27 Exposure compensation ....56 Auto white balance........57...
Page 175 Number of frames in an index SELF PORTRAIT ......37 display ..........100 Self-timer ..........42 Number of storable still pictures....172 SEPIA ............66 Sequential shooting ......43 OLYMPUS Master ........134 SETUP ..........101 Optical zoom ..........39 Shooting mode ......10 Overcast ..........57 SHQ ............29 SHUTTER SOUND ........93 Single-frame erase ......79 PAL ..........99, 160...
Page 176 Index SQ1 ............29 SQ2 ............29 STANDARD ........121 SUNSET ..........38 Super macro ........41 SWIVEL ..........103 TFT ............161 Top menu ..........17,22 Trimming ........67, 115 Tungsten light ........57 USB driver ........135, 147 VIDEO OUT ..........99 VOLUME ..........71, 90 Warning tone ........91 White balance WB ........57 xD-Picture Card ........133 ZOOM DOWN ........103 ZOOM UP ..........103...
Page 177 Our phone customer support is available from 8 am to 10 pm (Monday to Friday) ET E-Mail: distec@olympus.com Olympus software updates can be obtained at: http://www.olympus.com/digital Premises: Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany Tel. +49 40 - 23 77 3-0 / Fax +49 40 - 23 07 61...

Olympus Camedia AZ-2 ZOOM Advanced Manual

1 Basic Operations

2 Things to Know before Shooting

3 Advanced Shooting

4 How to Optimize Your Settings before Shooting

5 Playback

6 Customizing the Settings/Functions of Your Camera

7 Printing

8 Transferring Images to a Computer

9 Appendix

10 Information

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