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.
Checking the contents of the box Digital camera Strap Lithium Ion USB-AC USB cable AV cable OLYMPUS Setup Battery adapter (CB-USB8) (CB-AVC3) CD-ROM (LI-90B) (F-2AC) Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Names of Parts...
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Stereo microphone Monitor Shutter button Indicator lamp n button Zoom buttons R button (shooting movies) Mode dial q button (switching between shooting and playback) Arrow pad INFO (changing information display) (erase) A button (OK) button Attaching the camera strap Attaching the camera strap Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose.
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Playback mode display Playback mode display ● Standard display Battery check ..p. 13, 60 3D image ......p. 35 Eye-Fi transferred ..p. 45 4/30 4/30 Protect ......p. 44 Adding sound ....p. 42 Upload order ....p. 44 Print reservation/number of prints ....p. 57/p. 56 Landmark .....p.
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Camera Settings Camera Settings Using the Buttons Using the Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the buttons. Shutter button (p. 18, 59) Zoom buttons (p. 19, 23) R button (shooting movies) (p. 18) Mode dial (p. 17, 24) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p.
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Operation guide Operating the camera by tapping the body The symbols FGHI displayed for image selections and settings indicate that the arrow pad shown on the You can operate the camera by tapping the body when right is to be used. [Tap Control] (p.
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Using the Menu Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the shooting mode (p. 24). Function menu Function menu Press H during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu provides access to frequently used shooting settings.
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Setup menu Setup menu Press the button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, including options not listed in the function menu, display options, and the time and date.
Menu Index Camera Menu 1 Back MENU Program Auto Reset Reset Compression Normal Shadow Adjust Auto AF Mode Face/iESP AUTO AUTO ESP/ AUTO AUTO Digital Zoom Image Stabilizer 4 4 N MENU MENU d d (Settings Menu 1) ..p. 45 a z (Camera Menu 2) ..p.
Preparing the Camera Preparing the Camera Inserting the battery and card Insert the battery as illustrated with the C mark toward the battery lock knob. Battery/card Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may compartment lock produce heat or an explosion. Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow.
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To remove the card To remove the card Connecting the camera Connecting the camera Connector cover Connector cover lock LOCK knob Multi-connector Press the card in until it clicks and comes out slightly, then remove the card. Charging the battery with the included USB-AC adapter The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending...
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Windows Vista/Windows 7 The battery is not fully charged at shipment. Before ● An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click “OLYMPUS use, be sure to charge the battery until the indicator Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog. lamp turns off (up to 4 hours).
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(Core 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or better required installation. for movies) ● Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” button and follow 512 MB or more (1 GB or more the on-screen instructions to install the software. recommended) (1 GB or more required for movies — 2 GB You can register via “Registration”...
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-- -- -- 2012 Updating A-GPS Data Updating A-GPS Data Y / M / D Install the update software (OLYMPUS A-GPS Utility). ● Download the update software from the following website and install it on your computer. As in Steps 2 and 3, use FGHI to set http://sdl.olympus-imaging.com/agps/...
Using GPS 1 Landmark name 6 Latitude 2 Landmark information 7 Longitude 8 Atmospheric/ position Select [On] for [GPS Settings] > [GPS] in the 3 Electronic compass Hydraulic pressure d (Settings Menu 3) tab. 4 Update status 9 Altitude/Water depth “Setup menu”...
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Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with the optimum aperture Hold the camera and compose the shot. value and shutter speed (P mode) Monitor In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc.
To view images during shooting To view images during shooting Press the shutter button halfway down to Pressing the q button enables playback of images. To focus on the subject. return to shooting, either press the q button or press the ●...
Using the zoom Optical zoom: Image size Zoom bar Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range. W side T side 12M/16:9L Optical zoom range Other The magnifi cation ratio changes Zoom bar depending on the image size setting. [On] selected for [Super-Res Zoom]: Image size Zoom bar AUTO...
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Flash Off Reading a histogram Reading a histogram Remote Control For details, see “Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash If the peak fi lls too much of the frame, the Slave System” (p. 67). image will appear mostly white.
Viewing images To play sound recordings To play sound recordings To play sound recorded with an image, select the image and press the A button. Press the q button. Number of frames/ Total number of images 4/30 4/30 During audio playback ’12/02/26 ’12/02/26 12:30 12:30...
Erasing images during playback Operations while playback is paused Operations while playback is paused (Single image erase) Display the image you want to erase and press G ( ). Erase Back MENU Elapsed time/ 0:14/0:34 0:14/0:34 4/30 4/30 Total shooting time During pause Use F to display the fi...
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Index view and close-up view Changing the image information display Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10× magnifi cation) allows checking Shooting information settings displayed on the screen can of image details. be changed. Press the zoom buttons.
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Using Shooting Modes Using Shooting Modes To change the shooting mode To change the shooting mode Rotate the mode dial to . The shooting mode (P, M, , , , P, C1, C2) can be changed by rotating the mode dial. “Mode dial”...
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In modes, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specifi c shooting scenes. Functions may be limited in some modes. Option Application B Portrait/V Beauty/F Landscape/ / M Night+Portrait G Night Scene 0:34 0:34 / R Self Portrait/ N Indoor/W Candle The camera S Sunset Retouching setting...
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~ Panorama]) 2 Check the retouched effects on the review screen, To take panoramic photos ([ To take panoramic photos ([~ Panorama]) then press the Q button to start the retouch 1 Use HI to select [Auto], [Manual] or [PC], and press process and save.
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3 Move the camera slowly while keeping it straight, and 3 Compose the next shot so that joint area 1 overlaps stop the camera where the pointer and target mark joint area 2. overlap. 4 Press the shutter button to take the next shot. ●...
Depending on the subject or the situation (if the Shooting mode Option distance between the camera and subject is too 1 Pop Art short), the image may not look 3D. 2 Pin Hole The 3D viewing angle varies depending on the 3 Fish Eye subject, etc.
Using Shooting Functions Using Shooting Functions “Using the Menu” (p. 8) The fl ash (p. 20) and zoom (p. 19) cannot be set when [a Super Macro] or [N S-Macro LED] is selected. Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) Using the self-timer This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances.
Adjusting to a natural color scheme To cancel the self-timer after it starts To cancel the self-timer after it starts (White balance) Press the button. Adjusting the brightness For more natural coloring, choose a white balance option (Exposure compensation) suited to the scene.
Using the one touch white balance Using the one touch white balance Option Description 1 Select the white balance option in the function menu. The camera automatically adjusts 2 Use HI to select [] or [], and face the camera ISO Auto the sensitivity according to the toward white paper.
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Option Description Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. Option Description The camera takes sequential shots Suitable for printing pictures over at approximately 5 frames/sec. 12M (3968×2976) A3 (11×17 in.).
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Using the LED illuminator In a dark location, the LED illuminator can be used as an auxiliary light to see things or compose shots. Set [LED Illuminator] (p. 53) to [On]. Press and hold the INFO button down until the LED illuminator lights up. ●...
Using the Playback Functions Using the Playback Functions Playing back grouped images Select a panorama image during playback. “Viewing images” (p. 21) Depending on the settings, the taken images are displayed as a group during playback. Several operations 4/30 4/30 are available for the grouped images;...
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Playing back W images 3D images shot with this camera can be played back on 3D-compatible devices connected to this camera using an HDMI cable (sold separately). “Shooting 3D images” (p. 27) When playing back 3D images, read the warnings in the instruction manual for the 3D-compatible devices carefully.
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Menus for Shooting Functions Menus for Shooting Functions Brightening the subject against Brightening the subject against The default settings of the function are highlighted in backlight [Shadow Adjust] backlight [Shadow Adjust] For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu”...
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To focus on a moving subject To focus on a moving subject Shooting at higher magnifi cations than Shooting at higher magnifi cations than continuously (AF Tracking) continuously (AF Tracking) optical zoom [Digital Zoom] optical zoom [Digital Zoom] 1 Hold the camera to align the AF target mark on the z (Camera Menu 1) ...
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The image being recorded is TCON-T01 displayed. This allows the user to make a brief check of the image that “Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash was just taken. System” (p. 67) “Use the conversion lens (sold separately)” (p. 68)
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Automatically rotating images shot with Automatically rotating images shot with Displaying icon guides [Icon Guide] Displaying icon guides [Icon Guide] the camera in a vertical position during the camera in a vertical position during z (Camera Menu 2) Icon Guide playback [Pic Orientation] playback [Pic Orientation] Submenu 2...
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Shooting larger pictures than when Shooting larger pictures than when Recording sound when shooting Recording sound when shooting movies [R R ] ] using optical zoom with low degrading using optical zoom with low degrading movies [ of image quality [Super-Res Zoom] of image quality [Super-Res Zoom] A (Movie Menu) ...
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Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Searching for images and playing back Searching for images and playing back The default settings of the function are highlighted in the related images [Photo Surfi ng] the related images [Photo Surfi...
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Adding sound to still images [R R ] ] Adding sound to still images [ The following [Photo Surfi ng] functions can be performed when data created with the ib (PC q (Playback Menu) Edit R software) is imported back to the camera. Information of persons or shooting locations and new 1 Use HI to select an image.
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Beauty Fix Changing the landmark information Changing the landmark information 1 Select a retouching item, and press the Q button. recorded on the images [Landmark] recorded on the images [Landmark] Eye Color Back MENU q (Playback Menu) Edit Landmark You can change the landmark information (such as place names and names of buildings) recorded on the images when they were shot using the GPS function to different...
4/30 Select images for upload to the Internet Select images for upload to the Internet R mark using the supplied OLYMPUS Viewer 2 using the supplied OLYMPUS Viewer 2 software [Upload Order] software [Upload Order] q (Playback Menu) Edit Upload Order...
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Menus for Other Camera Settings Menus for Other Camera Settings Using an Eye-Fi card [Eye-Fi] Using an Eye-Fi card [Eye-Fi] The default settings of the function are highlighted in d (Settings Menu 1) Eye-Fi Erasing data completely Erasing data completely Submenu 2 Application [Memory Format]/[Format]...
Turning on the camera with the q Selecting a method for connecting Selecting a method for connecting Turning on the camera with the q Power On] the camera to other devices the camera to other devices button [ button [q Power On] [USB Connection] [USB Connection]...
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Resetting the fi le names of pictures [File Name] Resetting the fi le names of pictures [File Name] d (Settings Menu 2) File Name Submenu 2 Application Folder name Folder name File name This resets the sequential number DCIM 100OLYMP Pmdd0001.jpg for the folder name and fi...
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Displaying indicators [Info Off] Displaying indicators [Info Off] d (Settings Menu 2) Info Off Submenu 2 Application 10 sec Indicators automatically clear from the display if no operations are performed for 10 seconds. Hold Indicators are always displayed during shooting. Indicators that are always displayed may “burn in”...
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Multi-connector Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white). Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow. AV cable (supplied) ● Connection via HDMI cable 1 On the camera, select the digital signal format that will be connected ([480p/576p]/[720p]/[1080i]). 2 Connect the TV and camera.
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For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual. When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV cable and an HDMI cable, the HDMI cable will take priority. Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped. To operate images with the TV remote control To operate images with the TV remote control 1 Set [HDMI Control] to [On], and turn off the camera.
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Choosing home and alternate time Choosing home and alternate time Registering the settings for Beauty Fix Registering the settings for Beauty Fix zones [World Time] zones [World Time] [Beauty Settings] [Beauty Settings] d (Settings Menu 3) World Time d (Settings Menu 3) Beauty Settings You will not be able to select a time zone using Depending on the picture, the editing may not be [World Time] if the camera clock has not fi...
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Displaying the current altitude/water Displaying the current altitude/water Setting the units of elevation, depth, Setting the units of elevation, depth, depth (atmospheric/hydraulic pressure) depth (atmospheric/hydraulic pressure) etc. [m/ft settings] etc. [m/ft settings] [Manometer] [Manometer] d (Settings Menu 3) Tough Settings d (Settings Menu 3) ...
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To adjust the tap control To adjust the tap control 3 Tap the back of the camera body twice to confi rm your selection. 1 Select [Calibrate] in Submenu 3 and press the A button. Flash Auto 2 Select the part to adjust with FG and press the A button.
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Recording the shooting location and time information on the images shot [GPS Settings] Recording the shooting location and time information on the images shot [GPS Settings] d (Settings Menu 3) GPS Settings The [Track] option records GPS data to create a GPS track log. Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application...
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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 Multi-connector computer. To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
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Changing the printer’s settings for Submenu 4 Application printing [Custom Print] The image is printed with a border around it ([Off]). Off/On The image is printed to fi ll the entire Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [Easy Print] (p. 55). paper ([On]).
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P ] ] To crop an image [ To crop an image [P To cancel printing To cancel printing 1 Press the button while [Do Not Remove USB 1 Use the zoom buttons to select the size of the cropping frame, use FGHI to move the frame, and then Cable] is displayed.
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Resetting all print reservation data Use FG to select [<], and press the A button. Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 57). Print Order Print 4/30 4/30 Select either [<] or [U], and press the A button. Use FG to select [Reset], and press the A button.
Usage Tips Usage Tips Monitor Monitor If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, “Diffi cult to see”. refer to the information below to fi x the problem(s). ●...
Error message Error message Corrective action Problem with selected image When one of the messages below is displayed on the Use photo retouch software, etc. to monitor, check the corrective action. The Image Cannot edit the image on a computer. Be Edited Error message Corrective action...
Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you Object with no vertical lines envision, refer to the information below. Focusing It is also effective to compose the shot by holding the camera vertically to focus, and then returning to the “Focusing on the subject”...
● Taking pictures of a white beach or snow scene Camera shake Set the mode to [q Beach & Snow] (p. 25). ● Taking pictures using exposure compensation “Taking pictures without camera shake” (p. 30) ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 37) Adjust the brightness while viewing the screen for taking the picture.
Playback/Editing tips Image quality “Taking sharper pictures” Playback ● Taking pictures with the optical zoom or super- resolution zoom “Playing images in the internal memory and card” Avoid using digital zoom (p. 37) to take pictures. ● Remove the card and display the images in ●...
Appendix Appendix Camera care Using a separately sold USB-AC adapter Exterior The USB-AC adapter F-3AC (sold separately) can be used • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak with this camera. Do not use any USB-AC adapter other than the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.
USB cable. This can not only SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card (commercially available) (for damage the image data but also render the internal memory or compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) card unusable. • The Eye-Fi card may become hot during use.
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Number of storable pictures (still images)/Recording length (movies) in the internal Number of storable pictures (still images)/Recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards memory and cards The fi gures for the number of storable still pictures and recording length are approximate. The actual capacity varies with shooting conditions and the card used.
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You can take pictures with a wireless fl ash when using a fl ash 30° 30° compatible with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System. The camera’s built-in fl ash is used for communication between the camera and fl ash. 30°...
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Although there is no limit on the number of wireless Select the fl ash option in the function menu, fl ash units that are set up, usage of a maximum of and then select the remote control. three units is recommended to prevent malfunction “Using the fl...
• To attach the lens ring or converter adapter to the camera, align the marks and screw it in the direction of attaching until it clicks into place. • For details, please visit the Olympus website for your local area. Important information about water As with any electronic device, proper care and maintenance are required to preserve the integrity and operation of your camera.
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Multi-disc sets may only be transferred or sold as a complete set as provided by OLYMPUS IMAGING CORPORATION and not as a subset thereof.
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This Data is provided to you “as is,” and you agree to use that extent the above may not apply to you. it at your own risk. OLYMPUS IMAGING CORPORATION and its licensors (and their licensors and suppliers) make no...
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United States Government End Users Countries and regions where landmarks Countries and regions where landmarks If the Data is being acquired by or on behalf of the United States can be displayed and recorded can be displayed and recorded government or any other entity seeking or applying rights similar to those customarily claimed by the United States government, Country or regions Screen display...
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Country or regions Screen display Country or regions Screen display Republic of Malta MALTA Republic of Ghana GHANA Republic of San Marino SAN MARINO Republic of Mozambique MOZAMBIQUE State of the City of Vatican VATICAN CITY STATE Republic of Namibia NAMIBIA Swiss Confederation SWITZERLAND...
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Countries and regions with no landmark Countries and regions with no landmark Country or regions Screen display information information Republic of Mali MALI Republic of Mauritius MAURITIUS Country or regions Screen display Republic of Niger NIGER Antigua and Barbuda ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Republic of Rwanda RWANDA Belize...
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Country or regions Screen display Museums Art museums, art galleries Bermuda BERMUDA Zoos Turks and Caicos TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS Amusement parks Botanical gardens Saint Pierre and Miquelon SAINT PIERRE AND Aquariums MIQUELON Recreation grounds Anguilla ANGUILLA Leisure parks Aruba ARUBA Places of interest, tourist destinations, Places of interest...
Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, • Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any use only accessories recommended by Olympus. unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it. Water and Moisture — For precautions on products with weatherproof •...
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DANGER • Be careful with the strap. • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus. Charge • Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. It could easily the battery with the specifi ed USB-AC adapter or charger. Do not use catch on stray objects and cause serious damage.
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• The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed to be used only for the • When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may Olympus digital camera. Do not use the battery to other devices.
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484-896-5000 type of information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use Tested To Comply With FCC Standards of the information contained in these written materials or software, or FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein.
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DIRECT OR INDIRECT, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR ARISING “WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED”). UNDER ANY STATUTE, ORDINANCE, COMMERCIAL Olympus, at its sole discretion, will repair, replace, or adjust the USAGE OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED defective Product, provided that Olympus investigation and factory...
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Olympus, which are inconsistent or in confl ict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be When service is completed, the Product will be returned to you binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved postage prepaid.
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Olympus or an in a safe place. Olympus authorized service station. * Please refer to the list on the web site: http://www.olympus. c. Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, com for the authorized international Olympus service shock, etc.
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Provisions of warranty 5 Olympus’ sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to 1 lf this product proves to be defective, although it has been repairing or replacing the product and any liability for indirect...
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PDF fi le manual are the “Design rule for Camera File system/DCF” stored within the accompanying CD-ROM or at standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). http://www.olympus.co.jp/en/support/imsg/ digicamera/download/notice/notice.cfm Powered by ARCSOFT.
: 2000 up to 2099 system Water resistance Type : Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 (under OLYMPUS test conditions), available in 12m (39.3 ft.) deep water Meaning : Camera can normally be used under water at a specifi ed water pressure.
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Humidity : 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) Power supply : One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-90B) or separately sold USB-AC adapter Dimensions : 111.5 mm (W) × 66.5 mm (H) × 29.1 mm (D) (4.4 ×...