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DIGITAL CAMERA C-60 ZOOM REFERENCE 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. ● The images and illustrations in this manual may differ from their real versions.
For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : C-60 ZOOM RM-2 (Remote control) Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Olympus America Inc. Address : 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157 U.S.A. Telephone Number : 1-631-844-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
C o m p o s i t i o n o f t h e m a nu a l Contents Names of parts P. 4 P. 8 1 Getting started P. 15 2 Using the menus P. 27 3 Shooting basics P. 35 4 Advanced shooting P. 58 the image 5 Adjusting quality and exposure P. 79 Playing back and editing pictures 6 Playback P. 89 Settings that make the camera easier to operate 7 Useful functions P. 103 8 Print setting (DPOF) P. 125 9 Direct printing (PictBridge) P.
Contents Composition of the manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Names of parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Monitor indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Memory gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Battery check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents If correct focus cannot be obtained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Determine the position of the subject after focusing (Focus Lock) . . . . . . 46 When Auto focus does not work (Subjects that are difficult to focus on) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Movie recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 5 Adjusting the image quality and exposure 79 Record mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Selecting still picture record modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Selecting movie record modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 ISO sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents CARD SETUP — Formatting cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Monitor brightness adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Beep — Setting the warning tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 SHUTTER SOUND — Setting the shutter sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 VOLUME — Adjusting the playback volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 PW ON/OFF SETUP — Power on/off display/ sound volume setting . .
Names of parts Self-timer/Remote control lamp ~P. 65, 66 Flash ~P. 53 AF sensor Microphone ~P. 75, 77, 98 Lens Lens barrier Remote control receiver ~P. 66 Strap eyelet ~P. 15 Speaker Power lamp ~P. 21 /T ) N SCE E Zoom lever (W ~P. 51, 90, 91 Shutter button ~P. 40 Mode dial ~P.
Names of parts Green lamp ~P. 40 Orange lamp ~P. 40, 55 Viewfinder (Flash mode) button ~P. 55 (Erase) button ~P. 101 (Macro/Spot) button ~P. 62, 63 (Protect) button ~P. 100 (Playback) button ~P. 21, 89 ~P. 42 AF target mark ~P. 41, 46 Arrow pad ( ) ~P. 27, 89 Monitor ~P. 10, 41, 117 Card access lamp ~P. 40, 41 OK/Menu button ( ) ~P. 27 DC-IN jack ~P. 20 A/V OUT jack (MONO) ~P. 97 USB connector ~P. 130 Battery/Card compartment cover ~P. 18 Connector cover ~P.
Monitor indications Indications during shooting 1 2 3 4 10 11 12 P 1/800 F2.8 +0.3 5 HQ 2816x2112 6 P 1/800 F2.8 +0.3 ISO 100 NR 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 21 22 +2.0 HQ 2816x2112 7 8 9 19 When INFO is set to OFF When INFO is set to ON Indications during still picture playback 10 26 23 24 100-0018 25 HQ 30 6 7 28 3 2 27 ’04.07.01 12:30 18 29 When INFO is set to OFF 100-0018 HQ SIZE: 2816x2112 F2.8 1/800 + 0.3 ISO100 ’04.07.
Monitor indications Items Indications 1 Shooting mode 2 Shutter speed 3 Aperture value 4 Exposure compensation Exposure differential 5 AF target mark 6 Record mode 7 Resolution 8 Number of storable still pictures/ Remaining recording time , P, A, S, M, , , , , P. 35 , P. 59 F2.8 to F8.0 P. 58 –2.0 to +2.0 –3.0 to +3.0 P. 84 P. 60 TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 P. 79 2816 x 2112, 2560 x 1920 1600 x 1200, etc. P. 79 24 (still pictures) P. 80 00:24 (min.: sec.) (movies) P. 49 P. 41 P.
Monitor indications Items 21 ISO 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Indications ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400 White balance , , Number of prints P. 83 P. 85 Print reservation P. 127 x2 to x10 P. 128 Protect P. 100 File number 100-0018 — Date '04.07.01 Time 07:15, 12:30, 17:45 P. 24 Frame number 18 — P. 24 Sound record P. 98 Movie Movie playback time P. 94 00:00/00:20 00:00 / 00:20 Elapsed playback time Note 12 , Ref.
Monitor indications 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. The memory gauge does not appear during movie recording. Memory gauge When taking still pictures Before shooting (Gauge is off) Shoot Shoot Shoot Wait Wait Wait One picture taken (Lit) No more pictures can be taken (Fully lit).
How to use this manual Sets the camera to any of the modes shown. Panorama shooting You can take advantage of panorama shooting with an Olympus xD-Picture Card. Panorama shooting lets you connect images with overlapping edges into a single panoramic image, using CAMEDIA Master software (contained on the provided CD-ROM). Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T PANORAMA. Press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 4 : Connects the pictures from left to right.
1 Getting started Attaching the strap the end (small loop) of the 1 Thread strap through the strap eyelet. Strap eyelet 1 Getting started the rest of the strap 2 Thread through the small loop that you threaded through the eyelet. on the strap to make sure it is 3 Pull securely fastened. • Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera, as the strap can easily catch on stray objects, causing serious damage. Note • Attach the strap correctly as shown so that the camera does not fall off.
Battery/Card basics Battery basics 1 Getting started This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-10B/12B). This battery is dedicated to this camera and other batteries do not work. The battery is not fully charged when the camera is purchased. Fully charge the battery on the specified charger (LI-10C) before first use. Do not use any other chargers. For details, read the charger’s instructions (provided).
Battery/Card basics Card basics Index area Write the card’s contents here. Contact area The camera reads the card here. Do not touch. Compatible xD-Picture Card: xD-Picture Card (16 to 512 MB) • This camera may not recognize a non-Olympus card or a card that was formatted on another device (such as a computer). Before use, Note be sure to format the card on this camera. ~ “Formatting cards” (P. 115) • Do not place a sticker or label on the card as this could prevent the card from being ejected.
Battery/Card basics Loading/Unloading the battery/card sure the camera is turned off: 1 Make ● The lens barrier is closed. Getting started ● The monitor is turned off. ● The green lamp is off. ● The power lamp is off. Lens barrier Power lamp NE SCE 1 Green lamp Monitor the battery/card compartment cover 2 Slide in the direction of the arrow A. ● The battery/card compartment cover unlocks and opens in the direction of the arrow B. ● Use the ball of your finger to slide the cover.
Battery/Card basics Loading the card Face the card the correct way and insert it into the battery/card compartment. ● Insert the card while keeping it straight. ● Inserting the card the wrong way or at an angle could damage the contact area or cause the card to jam. ● If the card is not inserted all the way, data may not be written to the card. Index area Unloading the card Push the card all the way in to unlock it, then let it return slowly. ● The card is ejected a short way and then stops.
Battery/Card basics Using an optional AC adapter 1 Getting started In addition to the provided battery, an optional Olympus CAMEDIA-brand AC adapter can be used. An AC adapter is useful when performing time-consuming tasks such as downloading images to a computer. Use an AC adapter designed to operate on the AC voltage in the region the camera is being used. Consult your nearest Olympus dealer or service center for details.
Power on/off Shooting mode Turning the camera on: Open the lens barrier. Turning the camera off: Close the lens barrier. Playback mode Power on: Press the (playback) button with the lens barrier closed. The camera turns on in the playback mode (the monitor turns on). Power off: Press . The camera turns off (the monitor turns off). Turning the camera on: Press the button. Turning the camera off: Press the button. 21 1 Getting started Power on: Open the lens barrier. The monitor turns on.
Power on/off 1 Getting started • The camera automatically enters the sleep mode* to save power when the power is left on and no operations are performed. The Note camera activates again as soon as you operate any button. Sleep time interval can be set. ~ P. 122 * In the playback mode, the camera always turns off if no operation is performed for 3 minutes regardless of the sleep mode setting. • The power lamp stays lit in the following cases: – When the camera is connected to a computer.
Power on/off If the card is not recognized (Card check) When the power is turned on, the camera checks the card automatically. If there is no card in the camera or a card that is not supported by this camera is inserted, the following screen is displayed. Indications There is no card in the camera or the card is not locked into place. T Insert a card. If a card is already inserted, remove it and insert it again. There is a problem with the card.
Date/time setting Set the date/time. Because the date and time are saved with the recorded pictures, be sure to set them correctly. Available modes Examples of settings available in the mode. In other modes, make settings in MODE MENU. ~ P. 28, 31 , then open the ● The power lamp lights and the lens extends. ● If the lens does not extend, the lens barrier is not fully open. ● The monitor turns on automatically. Power lamp NE Getting started the mode dial to 1 Set lens barrier.
Date/time setting 5 Press to move to the year setting. 1 setting. ● Repeat this procedure until the date and time are completely set. ● To move back to the previous setting, press . ● The camera can only display the time in “number of hours”, or what is commonly known as military time. Consequently, 2 p.m. would be 14:00 hours, or 12:00 hours + 2:00 hours =14:00 hours. ● The first two digits of the year cannot be changed. 2004. 01. SELECT GO 2004. 01. SELECT 7 Press SET SET 01 01 GO .
Language selection You can select a language for on-screen display. Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. This reference manual shows the English on-screen display in the illustrations and explanations. Available modes Getting started the lens barrier. 1 Open ● Set the mode dial to any mode except . . 2 Press ● The top menu is displayed. 3 Press MENU. on the arrow pad to select MODE 4 Press to select the SETUP tab, then press 5 Press .
2 Using the menus What are the menus? When you turn on the camera and press , the top menu is displayed on the monitor. You can make a variety of function settings on this camera using the menus. This chapter explains how the menus work, using the P mode screens. Top menu 2 Using the menus ● Press the arrow pad to display the shortcut menus or MODE MENU.
How to use the menus The instructions below show how to use the menus using the P mode screen. Press to display the top menu. Press . Top menu 2 MODE MENU Using the menus MONITOR OFF 2 Press press to select a tab, then . CAMERA tab SET CARD PIC CAMERA 1 SCENE OFF DRIVE ISO AUTO 0.
How to use the menus Press to select the item you want to set, then press . ALL RESET ON ENGLISH PW ON/OFF OFF SETUP REC VIEW ON LOW 4 Press to select the option for the selected item. Press to complete your setting. ● Press again to exit the menu and return to shooting.
Shortcut menus (shooting/playback) P, A, S, M, top menu SCENE, or CARD SETUP , top menu MODE MENU MONITOR OFF 2 Using the menus top menu top menu (for still pictures) top menu (for movies) MOVIE PLAY WB MODE MENU INFO MODE MENU INFO MODE MENU MONITOR OFF Selects self-timer shooting or remote control shooting. Shooting mode CARD SETUP P. 65, 66 Sets the date and time. P. 24 Sets the record mode. P. 79 Formats a card. P.
MODE MENU (shooting) CAMERA tab PICTURE tab CARD tab SETUP tab SET CARD PIC CAMERA The MODE MENU functions are categorized under tabs. Press select a tab and display the associated menu items. to SCENE OFF DRIVE ISO AUTO 0.0 2 SCENE* Selects a scene shooting mode from , and . , , P. 36 Selects self-timer shooting or remote control P. 65, 66 shooting. DRIVE ISO Selects from (single-frame shooting), (sequential shooting), (AF sequential shooting) or BKT (auto bracketing). P.
MODE MENU (shooting) 2 IN 1 Combines two still pictures taken in succession P. 73 and stores them as a single picture. FUNCTION Lets you add special effects to pictures (BLACK & WHITE, SEPIA). INFO Selects whether to display all the P. 111 information such as shutter speed and white balance, or only the minimum information. 2 P. 74 Using the menus Displays a histogram showing the brightness distribution of still pictures. P. 113 PICTURE tab Sets the record mode. P.
MODE MENU (shooting) SLEEP Sets the time before the sleep mode (idle mode) begins. P. 122 MY MODE SETUP Registers settings you customized. P. 108 FILE NAME Selects how to name files and folders of images to be saved. P. 123 PIXEL MAPPING Checks the CCD and image processing functions for errors. P. 124 Adjusts the monitor brightness. P. 117 P. 24 Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TV's video signal type. P.
MODE MENU (playback) EDIT tab Makes the file size smaller and saves it as a P. 99 new picture. CARD tab CARD SETUP 2 Using the menus Erases all image data stored on the card or formats the card. P. 102, P. 115 Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power. P. 103 Selects a language for on-screen display. P. 26 You can select whether to display the startup/ shutdown screen or adjust the sound volume when the power is turned on/off. P.
3 Shooting basics Shooting modes Set the mode dial (and also set the MODE MENU as needed) to select the appropriate shooting mode depending on the type of shooting conditions. • Rotating the mode dial may return some settings to the factory default settings even when ALL RESET is set to OFF. Note NE 3 Portrait shooting Suitable for shooting a portrait-style image of a person. This mode features an in-focus subject against a blurred background. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting settings.
Shooting modes SCENE Scene shooting Enables you to select one of the following scene shooting modes available in the menu. ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28), “MODE MENU (shooting)” (P. 31) • SCENE can be selected on the MODE MENU only when the mode dial is set to SCENE. • It is useful to assign SCENE to the shotcut menu so you can access quickly. ~ “SHORT CUT” (P. 105) 3 Landscape+Scene shooting Suitable for taking pictures of landscapes and other outdoor scenes.
Shooting modes Movie recording Allows you to record movies. The camera sets the aperture and shutter speed automatically. ~ “Movie recording” (P. 49) My Mode Enables you to make settings manually and register them in the mode dial's mode so you can call up your own shooting mode whenever you want. Also, if you like the current settings you are using in the P, A, S or M mode, you can shift them to the mode to register.~ “MY MODE SETUP — Registering customized settings in the mode” (P.
Shooting modes S Shutter priority shooting Allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. Set the shutter speed according to the subject and the type of effect you want. ~ “Shutter priority shooting” (P. 59) 3 Shooting basics Setting the shutter speed higher lets you capture fast-moving action without blur. The subject will be clear and sharp, as if it is not moving. Setting the shutter speed lower blurs a moving subject, giving the impression of movement.
Holding the camera Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent camera movement. Correct Horizontal grip Vertical grip Flash 3 Lens Incorrect Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash. • When using a tripod, attach it after opening the lens barrier. The lens barrier is difficult to open with a tripod attached. Note 39 Shooting basics When shooting vertically using the flash, hold the camera so that the flash is higher than the lens.
How to press the shutter button the camera towards the subject. Place 1 Point the AF target mark on the subject. Press the shutter button slowly and gently (halfway). ● When the focus and exposure (brightness) are locked, the green lamp on the monitor and next to the viewfinder light steadily. 3 Half press Green lamp P 1/800 F2.8 +0.3 HQ 2816x2112 Shooting basics AF target mark the shutter button all the way (fully). 2 Press ● Shooting starts and the card access lamp blinks.
Taking still pictures Taking still pictures using the monitor You can shoot while checking the picture area that the camera actually records. You can also check the shooting status, such as the aperture value and shutter speed. Using the camera with the monitor on will shorten the life of the battery. You are recommended to turn off the monitor if you do not need it. Available modes Shutter button SCE NE on. If the monitor does not turn on, press to display the top menu and select MONITOR ON.
Taking still pictures TIPS • The monitor turned off. T If the camera is not used for over 3 minutes, the monitor turns off automatically, and another 15 minutes later, the lens is retracted. Operate the shutter button or zoom lever to turn the monitor on. • The monitor is hard to see. T Bright light, such as direct sunlight, may cause vertical lines to appear on the monitor screen.
Taking still pictures TIPS • Press the shutter button gently using the ball of your finger. If the button is pressed hard, the camera may move and pictures may Note come out blurred. • Recorded pictures will remain on the card if the camera is turned off or the battery or card is replaced. • Never open the battery/card compartment cover or disconnect the optional AC adapter while the card access lamp is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have just taken.
Taking still pictures Comparison of the monitor & viewfinder Advantage Shooting basics Disadvantage 3 Viewfinder Camera movement does not occur easily and subjects can be seen clearly even in bright places. Little battery power is used. Camera movement can occur easily and subjects may be difficult to see in bright/dark places.The monitor uses more battery power than the viewfinder.
Taking still pictures How to turn off the monitor You can set the monitor to turn on or off when the camera is powered on in the shooting mode. . 1 Press ● The top menu is displayed. 2 Press . monitor turns off (MONITOR OFF). 3 The ● To turn the monitor back on, press to 3 MODE MENU MONITOR OFF 45 Shooting basics display the top menu and press to select MONITOR ON. MONITOR ON is displayed on the top menu when the monitor is set to off.
If correct focus cannot be obtained When the subject you want to focus on is not in the center of the frame and you cannot position the AF target mark on it, you can focus the camera on another point at roughly the same distance (focus lock) and take the picture as explained below. Determine the position of the subject after focusing (Focus Lock) Available modes 3 the AF target mark on the subject 1 Position you want to focus on.
If correct focus cannot be obtained the shutter button pressed 3 Keeping halfway, recompose your shot. Green lamp P 1/800 F2.8 +0.3 HQ 2816x2112 4 Press the shutter button all the way (fully).
If correct focus cannot be obtained When Auto focus does not work (Subjects that are difficult to focus on) Under the following conditions auto focus may not work properly. If this happens, focus on an object with high contrast at the same distance as the intended subject (~ P. 46, “Focus Lock”), recompose your shot and then take the picture. If the subject has no vertical lines, hold the camera vertically and lock the focus, then return the camera to the horizontal position to take the picture.
Movie recording Sound is recorded at the same time. The focus and zoom are locked. If the distance to the subject changes, focus may be compromised. The optical zoom is not available. Available modes the mode dial to . 1 Set ● The remaining recording time is displayed on the monitor. the composition while looking at 2 Decide the image on the monitor. Remaining recording time ● The focus and zoom are locked. ● The orange lamp next to the viewfinder lights. ● During movie recording, lights red.
Movie recording • The flash cannot be used. • It takes longer to store movies than still pictures. Note • The remaining recording time depends on the selected record mode, free space available on the card, etc. Notes for recording movies over a long time 3 • Recording will continue until the card is full unless stopped by pressing the shutter button. • If a single movie recording uses up all of the card’s memory, create space on the card by deleting the movie or downloading it to a PC.
Zoom Telephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 3x magnification (the optical zoom limit, equivalent to 38 mm to 114 mm on a 35 mm camera). By combining the optical zoom with the digital zoom, zoom magnification can be increased to a maximum of approximately 12x. Camera movement is likely to occur at higher magnifications. Stabilize the camera with a tripod, etc. to avoid camera movement. The optical zoom is not available in the mode.
Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM — Using the digital zoom Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T DIGITAL ZOOM T ON, and Zoom lever press ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 3 ● Press again to exit the menu and the subject is displayed on the monitor. Shooting basics the zoom lever toward T. 2 Push ● The white area of the zoom indicator shows the optical zoom. If the digital zoom is set to ON, a red area appears on the zoom indicator.
Flash shooting You can select a flash mode appropriate to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. You can also adjust the amount of light emitted using the flash intensity control. ~P. 57 The flash modes are as follows: 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 picture.
Flash shooting Flash off The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited. You can also use this mode when you want to shoot a natural-looking twilight or night scene. • Since a slow shutter speed is automatically selected in low-light situations when in the flash off mode, the use of a tripod is Note recommended to prevent your pictures from being blurred by camera movement.
Flash shooting Using the flash Available modes the (flash mode) button 1 Press repeatedly until the desired flash mode button Shutter button indication appears. Mode indication Auto-flash SLOW 3 SLOW P 1/30 F2.8 0.0 ● If is not pressed for 2 seconds, the selection screen disappears. HQ 2816x2112 2 Take the picture. ● The orange lamp and the (flash standby) mark light when the flash is ready to fire. Orange lamp Flash working range W (max.): Approx. 0.2 m to 3.4 m (0.6 ft to 11.
Flash shooting Mode Flash mode Auto-flash SLOW SLOW 3 P A S M * – – – – – – : Available, – : Not available, : Factory default setting * Available flash modes and the factory default settings depend on the shooting mode (P, A, S or M) registered in the mode. Shooting basics TIPS • The orange lamp or the (flash standby) mark blinks. T The flash is charging.
Flash shooting Flash intensity control You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting light emission. Examples include small subjects, distant backgrounds, or situations when increased contrast is desired. This function is also useful for adjusting the contrast of images. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T . 3 2 Press ● Press to adjust, then press again to exit the menu.
4 Advanced shooting Aperture priority shooting A Available modes 1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Set the aperture value. Mode dial To increase the aperture value (F-number), press . 4 Advanced shooting To decrease the aperture value (F-number), press . 3 Take the picture. The aperture value is displayed in green The aperture you have set will provide optimum exposure. The aperture value is displayed in red The aperture you have set is unsuitable for the conditions.
Shutter priority shooting S Available modes 1 Set the mode dial to S. 2 Set the shutter speed. To set a faster shutter speed, press To set a slower shutter speed, press 3 Mode dial . . Take the picture. 4 Shutter speed S 1/750 F2.8 0.0 HQ 2816x2112 Shutter speed range: 4 to 1/1000 sec. 59 Advanced shooting The shutter speed is displayed in green The shutter speed you have set will provide optimum exposure.
Manual shooting M Available modes 1 Set the mode dial to M. Mode dial 2 Set the aperture value and shutter speed. To set a faster shutter speed, press . 4 Advanced shooting To increase the aperture value (F-number), press . To decrease the aperture value (F-number), press . To set a slower shutter speed, press . 3 Take the picture. F-number: W T f2.8 * to f8.0 T T f4.8 * to f8.0 Shutter speed: 8 to 1/1000 sec. * Open-aperture (the widest aperture setting) depends on the zoom position.
FULLTIME AF — A reliable time-saving way to focus Focusing is performed repeatedly without having to press the shutter button halfway. The focusing time is reduced, letting you take successive snapshots. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T FULLTIME AF T ON, and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● If the monitor is turned off, FULLTIME AF does not function. ● Press again to exit the menu. 4 • Battery consumption increases when FULLTIME AF is used.
Selecting the metering area There are 2 ways of measuring the brightness of a subject: Center-weighted metering and spot metering. Center-weighted metering Meters the brightness over a wide area with emphasis on the center of the screen. This method is used when you do not want to let the brightness of the surrounding area affect the picture. Spot metering Meters within the AF target mark to determine exposure.
Macro mode shooting — Taking close-up pictures Macro shooting allows you to shoot from as close as 30 cm (1.0 ft) to a subject while the zoom lever is pressed to the maximum T position. You can fill the entire frame with a very small subject. As the center of the frame (within the AF target mark) is metered and optimal exposure is obtained when is set, the picture turns out well. ~ “Selecting the metering area” (P.
Super macro shooting This mode lets you shoot a small subject that macro shooting cannot capture. You can shoot from as close as 4 cm (1.6") to a subject with the zoom lever pressed to the maximum W position. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T T ON, and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press again to exit the menu. a picture while observing your 2 Take subject on the monitor. 4 Advanced shooting • In the mode, the flash is set to the off mode .
Self-timer shooting This function is useful for taking pictures where you want to be included in the photograph. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T T . Press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press again to exit the menu. ● If is displayed on the top menu as a shortcut menu, press the arrow pad in the same direction as the arrow shown next to . ~ “SHORT CUT” (P.
Remote control shooting Shooting is possible using the remote control. This is useful when you want to take a picture with yourself in it, or a night scene, without touching the camera. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T T . Press . 4 ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press again to exit the menu. ● If is displayed on the top menu as a shortcut menu, press the arrow pad in the same direction as the arrow shown next to . ~ “SHORT CUT” (P.
Remote control shooting TIPS • If the camera’s self-timer/remote control lamp does not blink after pressing the shutter button on the remote control. T The remote control may be too far away from the camera. Move the remote control or change your position as necessary so that the remote control signal can reach the camera, then press the shutter button again on the remote control. T The battery in the remote control device is running low. Replace with a new battery.
Sequential shooting There are 3 sequential shooting modes: sequential shooting ( sequential shooting ( ) and auto bracketing (BKT). BKT ), AF Drive mode : Shoots 1 frame. : Shoots a maximum number of 3 frames (in the HQ mode) sequentially at approximately 1 frame/sec. Focus, exposure and white balance are locked at the first frame. : Shoots pictures sequentially. Adjusts the focus 1 frame at a time. The AF sequential shooting speed is lower than normal sequential shooting. BKT : Auto bracketing. ~ P.
Sequential shooting Auto bracketing — Shooting pictures sequentially with a different exposure for each frame BKT Under some conditions, you may obtain better results shooting with exposure compensation than by using the exposure setting considered optimal by the camera. During auto bracketing, exposure is changed for each frame. The exposure differential and number of frames can be selected in the menus. The focus and white balance are locked at the first frame. Example: When BKT is set to ±1.
Sequential shooting to select the number of 3 Press frames to shoot (x3 or x5), then press ● In some combinations of picture size and record mode, only x3 is available. ● Press twice to exit the menu. BKT . 0.3 0.7 1.0 SELECT 4 4 x3 x5 GO Take pictures. ● Press the shutter button all the way and keep it pressed to shoot the preset number of pictures. You can stop shooting at any time by releasing the shutter button.
Panorama shooting You can take advantage of panorama shooting with an Olympus xD-Picture Card. Panorama shooting lets you connect images with overlapping edges into a single panoramic image, using CAMEDIA Master software (contained on the provided CD-ROM). Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T PANORAMA. Press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 4 : Connects the pictures from left to right. : Connects the pictures from right to left. : Connects the pictures from bottom to top.
Panorama shooting Shutter button Shutter button Keeping the area in the frame at the edge of the screen in mind, position the camera so that the same area appears in the frame for the next picture. Compose the picture so that the section that appeared at the right edge of the previous picture (or the left edge if you are connecting pictures from right to left) appears at the left edge of the next picture (or the right edge if you are connecting pictures from right to left).
Taking two-in-one pictures 2 IN 1 Allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a single picture. Playback of two-in-one picture Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T 2 IN 1. Press . 4 the first shot. 2 Take ● The subject will be on the left in the combined image. ● To cancel the two-in-one picture mode after taking the first shot, press . The first shot will not be stored. the second shot in succession.
Taking two-in-one pictures • During two-in-one (2 IN 1) shooting, the following functions are not available: Panorama shooting, Sequential shooting , AF sequential Note shooting , Auto bracketing (BKT), recording sound with pictures , histogram display. • When taking two-in-one (2 IN 1) pictures in the TIFF record mode, the pictures are saved with the same resolution in the JPEG format. • If the camera enters the sleep mode after the first picture has been taken, the 2 IN 1 picture mode will be canceled.
Recording sound with still pictures This function lets you record sound when taking a still picture. Recording starts about 0.5 seconds after the shutter is released and lasts about 4 seconds. When is set to ON, sound is recorded automatically every time you take a picture. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T T ON, and press . Shutter button ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press again to exit the menu. 4 Microphone sound you want to record.
Recording sound with still pictures • If the camera is more than 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the source of the sound, sound may not be recorded clearly. Note • It is not possible to take another picture during sound recording. • Sound recording is not possible in the following cases: When the record mode is set to TIFF, during sequential shooting ( , , BKT), Panorama shooting, two-in-one picture shooting • Sound recording may also pick up camera noises, such as button operations, shutter movement, etc.
Recording sound with movies Sound can be recorded while shooting a movie. Available modes In the top menu, select 1 press . T ON, and ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press again to exit the menu. starts at the same time as 2 Recording shooting. Microphone 4 77 Advanced shooting • Zoom cannot be used during movie recording. If is set to OFF, you can use the digital zoom during movie recording. Note • If the camera is more than 1 m (3.3 ft.
Using the optional accessories The appropriate setting must be made in the MODE MENU when an optional underwater housing is attached to the camera. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T ACCESSORY T (underwater housing), and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press 4 again to exit the menu. Advanced shooting • Focusing may take some time when the underwater housing is attached to the camera. Note • In the mode, FULLTIME AF is canceled.
5 Adjusting the image quality and exposure Record mode ß Application ˙ Quality (compression) Resolution Image becomes clearer Uncompressed Low compression High compression SHQ HQ SQ1 HIGH SQ1 NORMAL SQ2 HIGH SQ2 NORMAL 2816 x 2112 Select for the print size 2560 x 1920 2272 x 1704 2048 x 1536 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 1024 x 768 For small sized print and website 640 x 480 TIFF Resolution The number of pixels (horizontal x vertical) used when saving an image.
Record mode Record mode and the number of storable pictures The approximate number of pictures that can be stored is determined by dividing the memory capacity of the card by the file size of the pictures. When a card is inserted into the camera, the number of storable pictures is displayed on the monitor.
Record mode Movie record modes Movie data is stored until the card is full. ● Remaining recording time on the card that you are using is displayed in the movie ( ) mode. Record mode HQ SQ Resolution 320 x240 (15 frames/sec.) 160 x120 (15 frames/sec.) • Number of remaining pictures listed in the table is approximate. • The number of remaining pictures may change according to the Note subject or factors like whether print reservations have been made or not.
Record mode 2 TIFF 2816x2112 When you selected TIFF in step 1 Press to select a resolution. 2560x1920 2272x1704 2048x1536 CANCEL When you selected SQ1 or SQ2 in step 1 1 Press 2 Press to select a resolution. Press to select HIGH or NORMAL. SQ1 2560x1920 HIGH NORMAL 2272x1704 2048x1536 1600x1200 CANCEL 5 3 Press ● Press SELECT GO SELECT GO . SQ2 1280x960 HIGH NORMAL 1024x768 640x480 CANCEL SELECT GO to save the setting. again to exit the menu.
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. AUTO : Sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the light conditions and the subject brightness. 64/100/200/ : With a lower ISO setting, you can shoot clear, sharp images in 400 daylight. With a higher ISO setting, you can shoot in dark places.
Exposure In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. You can adjust the exposure by selecting the exposure compensation value. After adjusting the exposure, you can check the picture on the monitor. Available modes 1 Press to compensate the exposure. Adjusts towards – (images become darker) Adjusts towards + (images become brighter) 5 Adjusting the image quality and exposure P 1/800 F4.8 –2.0 2.0 P 1/200 F4.8 0.0 0.
White balance WB 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. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InPICTURE T WB. Press . to select the best WB for 2 Press your shooting conditions. Press . ~ “How to use the menu” (P.
White balance • Set white balance to AUTO for normal shooting. • White balance may not be effective under certain light sources. Note • After setting a white balance other than AUTO, play back the picture and check the colors on the monitor. • When the flash is fired with a white balance setting other than AUTO, colors may appear different in the resulting picture from the colors you see on the monitor. SHARPNESS This function adjusts the sharpness of the image.
CONTRAST This function adjusts the contrast of the image. For example, you can make images with marked differences in light and shadow softer, and those with less differences more vivid. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1InPICTURE T CONTRAST, and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) to adjust the contrast 2 Press between +2 and –2.
NOISE REDUCTION This function reduces the noise that is generated during long exposures. When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds become slower and noise tends to appear on images. When noise reduction is set to ON, the camera automatically reduces noise to produce clearer images. However, shooting time is approximately twice as long as usual. Noise reduction can only be used when the shutter speed is set slower than 1/2 sec.
6 Playback Viewing still pictures the (playback) button. 1 Press ● The monitor turns on and displays the last Shutter button picture taken. (Single-frame playback) ● Even if you press in the shooting mode, the camera enters the playback mode instantly. the arrow pad to play back other 2 Use pictures. Arrow pad ● The mark is displayed on movies. ~P. 94 Jumps to the picture 10 frames back. button Displays the previous picture. Displays the next picture. 6 Jumps to the picture 10 frames ahead.
Viewing still pictures Close-up playback Pictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5 or 4 times. Zoom lever the picture you want to enlarge. 1 Display ● Pictures with cannot be enlarged. the zoom lever toward . 2 Push ● Each time you push the zoom lever towards , the picture is enlarged in steps of 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5 or 4 times. ● Pressing the arrow pad while the enlarged picture is displayed moves the picture in the corresponding direction. Arrow pad 6 Playback 2.
Viewing still pictures Index display This function lets you show several pictures on the monitor at the same time. This is useful when you want to quickly search a number of pictures to find a particular image. You can also select the number of frames displayed on the monitor. ~ “Selecting the number of pictures” (see below) the zoom lever toward 1 Push single-frame playback. Zoom lever during ● Pictures appear in the index display. ● Pressing the arrow pad selects a frame during index display.
Viewing still pictures Slideshow This function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another. Only the first frame of a movie is played back. 1 Display a still picture. to select 2 Press ● The slideshow starts. in the top menu. ● If slideshow is attempted during close-up playback, the picture returns to the original size (1x) and slideshow starts. 6 Playback to stop the slideshow. 3 Press ● The slideshow will not stop until you cancel it by pressing .
Viewing still pictures Picture rotation Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you turn such pictures 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise so that they are displayed vertically. the picture you want to rotate. 1 Display ● Pictures with cannot be rotated. the top menu, select MODE MENU T 2 InPLAY T , and press . ~“How to use the menus” (P. 28) 3 Press press to select +90° or –90°, and . ● The rotated image is saved.
Viewing movies This function lets you play back or edit movies. 1 Display a picture with . ~ P. 89 24 2 In the top menu, select MOVIE PLAY. ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 6 MOVIE PLAY INFO Playback 3 Press MOVIE to select MOVIE PLAYBACK. MODE MENU MOVIE PLAY MOVIE PLAYBACK PLAYBACK: Plays back movies. INDEX: Displays movies as indexes of 9 still frames. ~ P. 96 INDEX CANCEL SELECT GO to start playback.
Viewing movies MOVIE PLAYBACK screen is displayed. 5 The Press to select an item. PLAYBACK : Plays back the entire movie again. FRAME BY FRAME : Plays back the movie manually one frame at a time. EXIT : Cancels movie playback. MOVIE PLAYBACK PLAYBACK FRAME BY FRAME EXIT to start your choice. 6 Press ● When EXIT is selected, the MOVIE PLAY screen appears. To exit, press . • While the card access lamp blinks, the camera is reading the movie from the card. Reading of movies may take considerable time.
Viewing movies INDEX — Creating an index Movies can be displayed as indexes of 9 still frames. Indexes can be saved on the card as still pictures. Indexes are not stored in the same record mode as movies (see below). Record mode when the movie is shot Record mode when stored as an index HQ SQ2 (1024 x 768) SQ SQ2 (640 x 480) INDEX in step 3 on page 94. Press 3 Select . ● The INDEX screen appears. ● The card access lamp blinks while the movie is being accessed.
Playback on a TV Use the AV cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. Both still pictures and movies can be played back. sure that the TV and camera are turned off. Connect the A/V 1 Make OUT jack on the camera to the video input terminal on the TV using the AV cable. Connect to the TV’s video input (yellow) and audio input (white) terminals. AV cable A/V OUT jack (MONO) Connector cover the TV on and set it to the video input mode.
Recording sound Sound can be added to a still picture that you have already taken. You can also re-record over the sound that has already been recorded. Total recording time per picture is approximately 4 seconds. 1 Select the still picture you want to add sound to. the top menu, select MODE MENU T 2 InPLAY T . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) SET CARD EDIT start recording. ● The BUSY bar is displayed during recording. PLAY 3 Press to display START.
Editing still pictures This function lets you change the image file size to 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 and stores the picture as a new file. Use this function to make the image file size smaller needed for instances such as attaching the picture to e-mail. 1 Display the still picture you want to edit. the top menu, select MODE MENU T 2 InEDIT T . ~“How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● The screen appears. 3 Press press to select the file size and .
Protecting pictures It is highly recommended that you protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erased by the singleframe/all-frame erase function. 1 Display the picture you want to protect. the (protect) button. The picture 2 Press is now protected. button ● The mark appears on the protected picture. ● To cancel protection, press again.
Erasing pictures Recorded pictures can also be erased. You can select either single-frame erase or all-frame erase. Notes: • You cannot erase pictures that are protected. Cancel protection before erasing such pictures. • Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Check each picture before erasing to avoid accidentally erasing pictures you want to keep. ~ “Protecting pictures” (P. 100) Single-frame erase This function only erases the picture displayed on the monitor.
Erasing pictures All-frame erase This function erases all still pictures and movies on the card. the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCARD T CARD SETUP and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 2 Press press to select ALL ERASE, then CARD SETUP . ALL ERASE FORMAT EXIT 6 Playback to select YES, then press 3 Press ● The BUSY bar is displayed to show the SELECT . ALL ERASE CAUTION ERASING ALL progress of erasing and all the pictures are erased.
7 Useful functions 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. ON All settings are returned to the factory default settings after the power is turned off.
ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settings ALL RESET: Functions that reset to factory default settings when set to ON Functions Factory default settings SCENE P. 36 FNo F2.8 P. 58 SHUTTER 1/1000 0 P. 59 MONITOR ON P. 45 ZOOM 38mm P. 51 FLASH MODE*1 AUTO*2 P. 53 OFF P. 62, 63 OFF P. 65, 66 ISO AUTO P. 83 ±0 P. 57 NOISE REDUCTION OFF P. 88 *1 DRIVE 7 Ref. page P. 84 P. 68 Useful functions DIGITAL ZOOM*1 OFF P. 52 FULLTIME AF OFF P. 61 ACCESSORY OFF P. 78 OFF P.
SHORT CUT Two shortcut menus (A, B) on the top menu can be replaced with the functions listed in the table below when the camera is in a shooting mode other than and . This is useful when you want to go quickly to frequently-used functions. B A MODE MENU MONITOR OFF Default setting A: B: Available menu functions SCENE Ref. page Available menu functions P. 36 Ref. page P. 64 P. 65, 66 PANORAMA DRIVE P. 68 2 IN 1 P. 71 P. 73 ISO P. 83 FUNCTION P. 74 P. 57 INFO P. 111 P.
SHORT CUT Registering functions to the shortcut menus Assign functions to the A and B positions on the top menu. A B MODE MENU MONITOR OFF Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T SHORT CUT, and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 7 2 Press . to select A or B, then press Useful functions SHORT CUT A B SELECT to select the function you 3 Press want to register, then press . ● The function is registered in the shortcut menu. ● Press again to exit the menu.
SHORT CUT Using the shortcut menu Available modes to display the top menu. 1 Press ● The function you have registered in the shortcut menu appears on the top menu. or to select the function. 2 Press ● The monitor jumps directly to the setting screen for that menu function. SCENE MODE MENU Press this button. MONITOR OFF SET CARD PIC CAMERA Ex: When SCENE is assigned to shortcut menu A SCENE DRIVE ISO 7 Pressing takes you directly to the SCENE screen.
MY MODE SETUP — Registering customized settings in the mode This lets you customize function settings for shooting and register them in the mode on the mode dial. When the camera is in P, A, S or M mode, you can also register the current settings in the mode so that they can be called up any time for shooting with this mode. When the mode dial is set to , your customized settings are activated. Available functions for MY MODE SETUP and factory default settings Functions Factory default settings Ref.
MY MODE SETUP — Registering customized settings in the mode Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T MY MODE SETUP, and press . to select an item you want to 2 Press set, then press . CURRENT Registers the current camera settings. RESET Restores the factory default settings. CUSTOM Registers settings one by one. SETUP CARD PIC CAM ~ “How to use the menus” (P.
MY MODE SETUP — Registering customized settings in When selecting CURRENT in Step 2 3 Press to select SET, then press . ● The current camera settings are registered in the mode. When selecting RESET in Step 2 Press to select ALL RESET, then press . ● The registered settings are canceled to return to the factory default settings. When selecting CUSTOM in Step 2 Press to select the item you want to register in the mode, then press .
INFO — Displaying shooting information on the monitor INFO This function lets you display detailed shooting information on the monitor for 3 seconds. For details on the information displayed, refer to “Monitor indications” (P. 10). Available modes In the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 CAMERA T INFO T ON or OFF. Press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Even when INFO is set to OFF, the detailed information is displayed for around 3 seconds after you have made the function settings.
INFO — Displaying shooting information on the monitor Available modes in the top menu to display the full 1 Press amount of shooting information on the monitor (ON). ● To turn INFO off, press again to bring up the top menu and press (OFF). Example: Indications during still picture playback 100-0018 HQ ’04.07.01 12:30 18 When INFO is OFF 7 100-0018 HQ SIZE: 2816x2112 F2.8 1/800 + 0.3 ISO100 ’04.07.
Histogram display — Displaying the brightness distribution of still pictures While you are taking still pictures or playing them back, you can display a histogram on the monitor that shows the brightness and contrast of your subject. You can also display the darkest shadows and brightest highlights directly on the image. Checking the histogram during shooting enables more precise exposure control. During playback, you can check the brightness and contrast of recorded pictures.
Histogram display — Displaying the brightness distribution of still pictures Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InCAMERA T T ON, then press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press again to exit the menu. Available modes in the top menu to to display the 1 Press histogram. ● To turn the histogram off, press bring up the top menu and press 7 again to (OFF).
CARD SETUP — Formatting cards This function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards are highly recommended for use with this camera. If you are going to use non-OLYMPUS cards or cards formatted by other devices such as a computer, you must format them with the camera before use. All data stored on the card, including protected pictures, is erased when the card is formatted.
CARD SETUP — Formatting cards 2 Press to select YES. FORMAT FORMA CAUTION ERASING ALL YES NO to start formatting. 3 Press ● The BUSY bar is displayed to show the progress of formatting. • Do not perform any of the following actions during formatting as they may render the card unusable: Note Open the battery/card compartment cover, remove the battery, connect or disconnect the AC adapter (regardless of whether or not the battery is loaded in the camera).
Monitor brightness adjustment This function lets you adjust the brightness of the monitor. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T , and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) to adjust the brightness of 2 Press the monitor, and when you have set the desired level, press . ● Pressing brightens the monitor, and pressing darkens it. ● Press again to exit the menu. GO ADJUST 7 You can select the volume of the beep sound used for warnings from OFF, LOW, or HIGH.
SHUTTER SOUND — Setting the shutter sound You can select from either one of 2 shutter sounds emitted when the shutter button is pressed. You can also select the volume of each kind of sound from LOW or HIGH. The factory default settings are 1 for the kind of sound and LOW for the volume. Select OFF when you want to turn the sound off completely. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T SHUTTER SOUND, and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P.
VOLUME — Adjusting the playback volume You can adjust the volume when playing back a still picture with sound or a movie. You can select the volume from LOW or HIGH. Select OFF when you want to turn the sound off completely. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T VOLUME, and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 2 Press then press ● Press to select the volume level, . again to exit the menu.
PW ON/OFF SETUP — Power on/off display/sound volume setting You can select whether to display the startup/shutdown screen or adjust the sound volume when the power is turned on/off. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T PW ON/OFF SETUP, and press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) 2 Press press to select SCREEN, then . Press to select OFF or ON, then press . OFF No picture is displayed. ON The picture is displayed. 7 Useful functions 3 Press press to select VOLUME, then .
REC VIEW — Checking the picture immediately after shooting You can select whether to display the picture you have just taken on the monitor. ON : The picture being recorded to the card is displayed. This is useful for making a brief check of the picture you have just taken. You can release the shutter during REC VIEW. OFF : The picture being recorded to the card is not displayed. This is useful when you want to compose your next shot using the monitor while the previous picture is being recorded.
SLEEP — Sleep timer The camera automatically enters the sleep mode (idle mode) if the time you have set has passed with no operations being performed. To activate the camera again, operate any button (press the shutter button or arrow pad, etc.). Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T SLEEP, then select a setting from the following: 30SEC, 1MIN, 3MIN, 5MIN or 10MIN. Press . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● Press again to exit the menu.
FILE NAME — Assigning a file name When you take a picture, 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. File names are assigned as shown in the illustration below. All folders DCIM 100 OLYMP P2030001.jpg P2030002.jpg P2030003.jpg P2030004.jpg Folder name 000 OLYMP Folder number (100 - 999) File name Pmdd0000.
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 using the monitor or taking continuous shots, wait for at least one minute before using the PIXEL MAPPING function to ensure that it operates correctly. Available modes the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 InSETUP T PIXEL MAPPING, and press .
8 Print setting (DPOF) How to print pictures 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 print shop that supports DPOF. DPOF is a standard format used to record automatic print information from digital cameras.
How to print pictures 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. This means that when you print an image with a higher resolution, the size of the printed picture will be smaller. Although you can print magnified images, picture quality will decrease.
Applying print reservation to a card back a still picture. 1 Play ● You cannot enter (print reservation) on pictures with . the top menu, select MODE MENU T 2 InPLAY T . ~ “How to use the menus” (P. 28) ● If print reserve data is already stored on the card, the PRINT ORDER SETTING screen appears. You can then reset the data or keep it. If RESET is selected, all print reserve data is canceled. PRINT ORDER SETTING PRINT ORDERED RESET KEEP EXIT select or .
Applying print reservation to a card Press to set x (number of prints). ● Up to 10 can be set. 0 cancels print reservation. 2 100-0018 HQ ’04.07.01 12:30 18 Increases the number. GO SELECT Decreases the number. When setting is complete, press ● The screen appears. . To apply print reservation for other frames, press . 5 Press and press to select NO, DATE or TIME . NO : Prints the frame without date/time. DATE : Prints the frame together with the shooting date.
9 Direct printing (PictBridge) Using the direct printing function 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. It is also possible to print out pictures using the print reservation data. ~ “How to print pictures” (P.
Connecting the camera to a printer Use the USB cable provided to connect the camera to a PictBridgecompatible printer. the printer on and plug the printer end 1 Turn of the USB cable into the printer’s USB port. ● For details on how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. the USB cable into the camera’s USB 2 Plug connector. ● The camera turns on automatically.
Printing pictures When the camera is connected to a PictBridgecompatible printer, the PRINT MODE SELECT screen is displayed on the monitor. Use this screen to select the print mode. You can choose from the following print modes. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX EXIT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX PRINT ORDER SELECT GO Prints the selected picture. ~ “PRINT mode/MULTI PRINT mode” (P. 133) Prints all the pictures stored on the card. ~ “ALL PRINT mode” (P.
Printing pictures Printing basics Print an image using the most simple printing method. You can make a print of each image. The date and file name are not printed. MODE SELECT screen, press 1 In the PRINT to select PRINT, then press . Zoom lever ● The PRINT PAPER screen is displayed. 2 Press press to select the paper size, then . ● When the PRINT PAPER screen is not displayed, SIZE, BORDERLESS and PICS/ SHEET are set to STANDARD. Go to step 4.
Printing pictures to select OK, then press 5 Press ● Printing starts. . ● If you select CANCEL and press , the monitor returns to the PRINT MODE SELECT screen. ● When printing is finished, the monitor returns to the screen in step 4. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to continue printing. PRINT OK CANCEL CANCEL SELECT GO PRINT mode/MULTI PRINT mode MODE SELECT screen, press 1 In the PRINT to select PRINT or MULTI PRINT, Zoom lever then press . ● The PRINT PAPER screen is displayed.
Printing pictures 3 Use then press OFF ( ON ( ) ) to select framed or unframed, . Go to step 5. The image is printed inside a blank frame. The image is printed filling the entire page. 4 Press press to select PICS/SHEET, then . ● PICS/SHEET depends on the paper size set in Step 2 and the capabilities of your printer. PRINT PAPER SIZE STANDARD SELECT 5 the print reservation method.
Printing pictures Set a SINGLE PRINT reservation Press . ● Press when the picture with is displayed to cancel the reservation. Print resevation mark is displayed. FILE:100-0018 SELECT PRINT CANCEL MORE Set MORE print reservations 1 Press . ● The PRINT INFO screen is displayed. 2 Press to select the item you want to set, then press . ● Press press to select the item, then PRINT INFO 1 x WITHOUT DATE FILE NAME WITHOUT . SELECT x DATE ( ) FILE NAME ( SET GO Sets the number of prints.
Printing pictures 3 When you have finished all the settings for MORE, press . ● The screen displayed in Step 5 appears. ● To print more than one picture in PRINT and/or MULTI PRINT mode, repeat Steps 5 and 6 and make single and/or multiple print reservations for all the pictures you want to print. ● is displayed in MULTI PRINT mode. The settings you have made are displayed. FILE:100-0018 SELECT PRINT CANCEL MORE . 7 Press ● The PRINT screen is displayed. 8 Print the pictures.
Printing pictures ALL PRINT mode MODE SELECT screen, press 1 In the PRINT to select ALL PRINT, then press . ● The PRINT PAPER screen is displayed. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX EXIT 2 Press to select the paper size, then press . ● When the PRINT PAPER screen is not displayed, SIZE and BORDERLESS are set to STANDARD. Go to Step 4.
Printing pictures to select the item you want 4 Press to set, then pressd . 5 PRINT INFO 1 x WITHOUT DATE FILE NAME WITHOUT ● Press to select the item, then press . ● If PRINT INFO cannot be set with your SELECT GO SET printer, go to Step 6. ● Only one print of each image can be made at a time. DATE ( ) If you select WITH, pictures are printed with the date and time. FILE NAME ( ) If you select WITH, pictures are printed with the file name. Press . ● The PRINT screen is displayed. 6 Print the pictures.
Printing pictures ALL INDEX mode/PRINT ORDER mode MODE SELECT screen, press 1 In the PRINT to select ALL INDEX or PRINT ORDER, then press . ● The PRINT PAPER screen is displayed. PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX EXIT 2 Press press to select the paper size, then . ● When the PRINT PAPER screen is not displayed, SIZE and BORDERLESS are set to STANDARD (printer’s factory default setting). Go to Step 4.
Printing pictures 4 Print the pictures. ● Press to select OK or CANCEL, then press . OK Printing starts. CANCEL The settings are canceled and the monitor returns to the PRINT MODE SELECT screen. ● When printing is finished, the monitor returns to the PRINT MODE SELECT screen. ~ “Exiting direct printing” (P.
Exiting direct printing When you have finished printing, disconnect the camera from the printer. 1 In .the PRINT MODE SELECT screen, select PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX EXIT SELECT GO ● The message is displayed. REMOVE USB CABLE the USB cable from the camera. 2 Remove ● The camera turns off. 3 Remove the USB cable from the printer.
If an error code is displayed If an error code appears on the camera’s monitor during direct print setting or printing, see the following table. For more details, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action NO CONNECTION The camera is not connected to the printer correctly. Disconnect the camera and connect it again correctly. There is no paper in the printer. Load some paper in the printer.
10 Miscellaneous Error codes Monitor indication NO CARD Possible cause Corrective action The card is not inserted, Insert a card or insert a or it cannot be different card. If the problem recognized. persists, format the card. If the card cannot be formatted, it cannot be used. There is a problem with the card. Use a different card. Insert a new card. Writing to the card is prohibited. The recorded image has been protected (read-only) on a PC.
Error codes Monitor indication Possible cause There is a problem with the selected picture and it cannot be played PICTURE ERROR back on this camera. Corrective action Use image processing software to view the picture on a PC. If that cannot be done, the image file is damaged. The battery/card compartment cover is open. Close the battery/card compartment cover. The card is not formatted. Format the card. All data on the card is deleted.
Troubleshooting Preparatory operations Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond. The power is off. Open the lens barrier to turn on the camera. The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery. The battery is temporarily Warm the battery by putting it in unable to function because your pocket for a while. of the cold. The camera is in the sleep Operate the camera (press the mode. shutter button or the zoom lever).
Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed. There is a problem with the Refer to “Error codes”. card. The viewfinder display is not clear. There is condensation* in the viewfinder. Wait until the camera dries before turning it on again. The monitor is hard to see. The brightness is not Select in the MODE MENU and adjust the brightness. adjusted properly. The monitor is exposed to Block the sunlight with your direct sunlight. hand.
Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The picture is out of focus. The subject is too close. Auto focus is not possible. There is condensation* on the lens. The monitor goes off. The camera is in the sleep mode. The power is turned off with the monitor off. Position the camera more than 0.2 m/0.7 ft. from the subject and take the picture. To take pictures closer than 0.2 m/0.7 ft., use the super macro mode. Use focus lock to focus on the subject and then shoot.
Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The flash does not fire. Super macro mode is set. The flash does not fire in the P. 64 super macro mode. Set to OFF. Panorama mode is set. The flash does not fire in the P. 71 panorama mode. Cancel the panorama mode. The battery run time is brief. You are using the camera Battery performance — in a cold environment. deteriorates in low temperatures. Keep the camera warm by putting it inside your coat or clothing.
Troubleshooting Recorded pictures do not turn out well. Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The picture is out of focus. A subject unsuited to AF was taken. The camera moved when the shutter button was pressed. The flash was set to the flash off mode in a lighting condition requiring use of the flash. The lens is dirty. The shutter button was pressed while standing in front of the camera in the self-timer mode. The picture is too bright. The flash was set to the fill-in flash mode .
Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action The picture is too bright The aperture value is small in the A (M) mode. The shutter speed setting is too slow in the S (M) mode. Increase the aperture value. Or set the camera to the P mode. Increase the shutter speed or set the camera to the P mode. The picture is too dark. The flash was blocked by your finger. 10 Miscellaneous Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers away from the flash.
Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The colors of pictures look unnatural. Indoor lighting can affect the picture’s colors. No white in the picture. The white balance setting is wrong. Set the white balance according to the lighting. Include something white in the picture, or shoot using the fill-in flash mode . Adjust the white balance according to the light source. Part of the picture is too dark.
Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page Pictures you have taken do not appear on the monitor. The power is off. Press the (playback) button. P. 21, 89 The camera is in the Close the lens barrier and press P. 89 shooting mode. the (playback) button. There are no pictures on NO PICTURE appears on the — the card. monitor. Record pictures. There is a problem with Refer to “Error codes”. P. 143 the card. The camera is connected The monitor does not function P. 97 to a TV.
Troubleshooting When the camera is connected to a PC or Printer. Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The camera is not recognized by the PC. The USB driver has not been installed. It is necessary to install the USB driver for Windows 98/98SE. For how to install, see “DIGITAL CAMERA-PC CONNECTION OPERATION MANUAL” on the CD-ROM. The camera is not recognized by the printer.
Menu directory P/A/S/M/ / Top menu Tab Function MODE MENU CAMERA SCENE*1 / / / / / mode Setting Ref. page P. 36 OFF P. 65, 66 DRIVE*2 P. 68 BKT ISO NOISE REDUCTION*5 DIGITAL ZOOM*6 FULLTIME AF ACCESSORY *6 10 Miscellaneous PANORAMA*7 2 IN 1 FUNCTION INFO To the next page 154 ±0.3 ±0.7 ±1.0 AUTO *3 64 *4 100 200 400 –2 - 0.0 - +2 OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF BLACK&WHITE SEPIA OFF ON x3 x5 P. 83 P. 57 P. 88 P. 52 P. 61 P. 78 P. 75 P. 64 P. 71 P. 73 P. 74 P.
Menu directory Top menu Tab MODE MENU CAMERA Function PICTURE Setting Ref. page OFF ON TIFF P. 113 SHQ HQ SQ1 SQ2 2816x2112 2560x1920 2272x1704 2048x1536 1600x1200 1280x960 1024x768 640x480 2560x1920 2272x1704 2048x1536 1600x1200 1280x960 1024x768 640x480 HIGH NORMAL WB AUTO P. 85 CARD SHARPNESS CONTRAST CARD SETUP P. 86 P. 87 P. 115 SETUP ALL RESET –2 - ±0 - +2 –2 - ±0 - +2 YES NO ON OFF ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO PORTUGUES SCREEN VOLUME P. 103 P.
Menu directory Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. page MODE MENU SETUP REC VIEW OFF ON OFF LOW HIGH OFF 1 LOW 2 HIGH 30SEC 1MIN 3MIN 5MIN 10MIN CURRENT*5 SET CANCEL RESET ALL RESET CANCEL CUSTOM To the CUSTOM screen. RESET AUTO P. 121 SHUTTER SOUND SLEEP MY MODE SETUP FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING VIDEO OUT P. 118 P. 122 P. 108 P. 110 P. 123 P. 124 P. 117 P. 24 P. 122 NTSC PAL A B SHORT CUT P. 117 P. 105 These can be replaced with other functions using the SHORT CUT setting.
Menu directory mode Top menu CARD SETUP Setting Ref. page OFF P. 65, 66 SHQ HQ SQ1 SQ2 P. 79 YES NO P. 24 P. 115 mode Top menu Tab MODE MENU CAMERA Function ISO DIGITAL ZOOM ACCESSORY FUNCTION Setting Ref. page OFF P. 65, 66 AUTO 64 100 200 400 OFF ON OFF P. 83 OFF ON OFF BLACK&WHITE SEPIA P. 64 P. 52 P. 78 P.
Menu directory Top menu Tab MODE MENU PICTURE Function CARD SHARPNESS CONTRAST CARD SETUP SETUP ALL RESET PW ON/OFF SETUP Setting Ref. page HQ SQ –2 - ±0 - +2 –2 - ±0 - +2 YES NO ON OFF ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO P. 79 PORTUGUES SCREEN VOLUME FILE NAME OFF LOW HIGH RESET AUTO PIXEL MAPPING VIDEO OUT 10 WB Miscellaneous MONITOR OFF (MONITOR ON) NTSC PAL OFF ON AUTO P. 86 P. 87 P. 115 P. 103 P. 26 OFF ON OFF LOW HIGH P. 120 P. 117 P. 123 P. 124 P. 117 P. 24 P.
Menu directory mode (still pictures) Top menu Tab MODE MENU PLAY Function EDIT CARD CARD SETUP SETUP ALL RESET PW ON/OFF SETUP Setting Ref. page +90˚ 0˚ -90˚ P. 93 640x480 320x240 CANCEL ALL ERASE FORMAT ON OFF ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO PORTUGUES SCREEN VOLUME VOLUME VIDEO OUT OFF LOW HIGH OFF LOW HIGH NTSC PAL 4 9 16 P. 102 P. 115 P. 103 P. 26 OFF ON OFF LOW HIGH P. 120 P. 117 P. 119 P. 117 P. 24 P. 122 P. 91 P. 92 P. 112 P.
Menu directory mode (movies) Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. page MODE MENU CARD CARD SETUP SETUP ALL RESET ALL ERASE FORMAT ON OFF ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO P. 102 P. 115 P. 103 PW ON/OFF SETUP PORTUGUES SCREEN VOLUME VOLUME VIDEO OUT MOVIE PLAY 10 INFO OFF LOW HIGH OFF LOW HIGH NTSC PAL 4 9 16 MOVIE PLAYBACK INDEX P. 26 OFF ON OFF LOW HIGH P. 120 P. 117 P. 119 P. 117 P. 24 P. 122 P. 91 P. 94 P.
Camera maintenance Cleaning the camera 1 Close the lens barrier and turn off the camera. the battery. ~ P. 18 2 Remove ● If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter from the camera first before removing the plug from the AC outlet. 3 Exterior T Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth.
Camera maintenance How to replace the battery (CR2025) of the remote control device the screw on the bottom of the remote 1 Turn control device counterclockwise to loosen. the remote control device over, and 2 Turn remove the cover. Remove the old battery and insert a new battery (CR2025) with the battery facing up as shown. the cover, turn the remote control 3 Replace device over, and turn the screw on the bottom clockwise to tighten. 10 • Do not apply excessive force to the remote control device.
Specifications Product type Recording system Still Applicable standards Sound with still pictures Movie Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), TIFF (non-compression) Exif 2.
Specifications ∞ ∞ Shooting range Normal: 50 cm to (1.6 ft to ) Macro mode: 20 cm (W) to 50 cm (0.7 ft to 1.6 ft) Super macro mode: 4 cm (W) to 20 cm (0.1 ft to 0.7 ft) Viewfinder Optical real image viewfinder Monitor 1.8" TFT color LCD display Approx.
Glossary A (Aperture Priority) Mode You set the aperture yourself and the camera automatically varies the shutter speed so that the picture is taken with the best exposure. AE (Automatic Exposure) The camera’s built-in exposure meter automatically sets the exposure.
Glossary DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format. Dual Auto Focus An auto focus system that uses two different focus detection systems in combination.
Glossary P (Program) Mode Also called Program AE mode. The camera automatically sets the best shutter speed and aperture for the shot. PictBridge A standard that allows connection of digital cameras and printers made by different manufacturers and enables direct printing. Pixels A pixel is the smallest unit (dot) used to make up an image. Clear large-sized printed images require millions of pixels. Resolution The size of an image expressed by the number of pixels that make up the image.
Index (erase) button ....................9, 101 (flash mode) button..............9, 55 (macro/spot) button..9, 62, 63 (playback) button .........9, 21, 89 (protect) button ...............9, 100 2 IN 1 ............................................73 A A/V OUT jack............................9, 97 AC adapter ...................................20 ACCESSORY ...............................78 AF sequential shooting .........68 AF target mark....................9, 41, 46 ALL ERASE...........................
Index G Green lamp...............................9, 40 H Half press .....................................40 HIGH (Record mode)....................79 Histogram display ................113 HQ ................................................80 Monitor brightness adjustment .........................117 MOVIE PLAY ................................94 MOVIE PLAYBACK ......................94 Movie recording ................37, 49 MY MODE SETUP .....................108 My mode ...............................
Index R REC VIEW..................................121 Record mode .........................79 Recording sound ....................98 Recording sound with movies ............................77 Recording sound with still pictures ............................75 Red-eye reduction flash ........53 Remaining recording time.......49, 81 Remote control .........................66 Remote control receiver ...............66 Resizing .................................99 Resolution ............................
Index W White balance...............................85 Wide-angle W ...............................51 X xD-Picture Card ............................17 Z Zoom lever ...................
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DIGITAL CAMERA PERSONAL COMPUTER DIGITAL CAMERA — PC CONNECTION OPERATION MANUAL How to use your PC to get the most from images taken with your digital camera. Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. This manual provides instructions on how to install the USB driver. To ensure correct installation, refer only to these installation procedures.
Introduction This manual explains in detail how to connect your Olympus digital camera to a computer. Read it carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. About this manual The information contained in this manual may be subject to change without notice. For the latest information on the product, please consult your local Olympus representative. The information contained in this manual has been compiled by taking all possible measures to ensure its accuracy.
INDEX Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Identifying the OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Macintosh Macintosh (OS 9/X). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Windows Windows (98/Me/2000/XP) . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Downloading image files using other OS (For other OS users). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flowchart By connecting the camera to a computer with the provided USB cable, images on a card can be transferred to the computer. Some OS’s (operating systems) may need a special setup before connecting to the camera for the first time. Follow the chart below. For details, see the Olympus Corporate Site or phone customer support. Identifying the OS (p.6) Windows 98/ 98 SE (Second Edition) Windows Me/2000/XP MacOS 9.0 - 9.2/OS X * For OS 8.6, see below. Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (p.
Flowchart • When connecting the camera to the computer, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power. When connected (transmitting) to the computer, the camera does not enter the sleep mode nor will the camera’s power turn off automatically. Depending on the camera model, when the battery power runs out or the internal temperature rises, the camera may stop operating automatically. This could cause the computer to malfunction, and any image data (file) being transmitted may be lost.
Identifying the OS Identify the OS on your computer before connecting the camera. How to identify the OS depends on the computer. Windows 1 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on your desktop. When the “My computer” icon is not on your desktop, click “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu. 2 3 Double-click the “Control Panel” icon. Double-click the “System” icon. The way the file icons inside the folder appear may vary depending on your version of Windows.
Identifying the OS 4 A System Properties window will appear. Note and record the “System:” information. Confirm that your system is Windows 98, 98 SE, Me, 2000 Professional or Windows XP, then press “OK” to close the window. If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, proceed to “Installing the USB driver for Windows 98” ( p.9). Users running Windows Me/2000/XP p.11 Users running other OS p.31 Mac OS (Macintosh) Select “About This Computer” from the Apple menu on the menu bar.
Windows Using Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Make sure that: Windows Your computer is turned on and Windows is running. If you are running any applications, quit them all. You are recommended to power the camera using the optional AC adapter. If the battery power runs out while the computer is accessing the card in the camera, the camera will turn off in the middle of the operation and this could destroy image files (data). If you are using batteries, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power.
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows 98/98 SE) If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, you must install the USB driver. Follow the instructions below to install the USB driver in your computer. Once it is fully installed, you do not need to repeat the procedure again. If your OS is Windows Me/2000/XP, you do not need to install the USB driver. Proceed to “Connecting the camera to the computer” ( p.11). 1 The Olympus Windows Installer should automatically launch. Click “USB Driver”.
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows 98/98 SE) 3 Windows 4 10 5 Click “Continue”. The installation of the USB driver will start. Click “OK” to restart your computer and the installation is complete. When the computer has restarted, installation is complete. If the Olympus Windows Installer screen appears, click “Close” and remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.
Connecting the camera to the computer Users running Windows 98/98SE need to install the USB drive before connecting the camera to your computer for the first time. ( p.9) Some camera models have a “USB” setting in the menu. Make sure that “PC” is selected before connecting. This is not required if your camera [SETUP] tab Arrow pad does not have this setting. Menu button For details on how to operate the menu, refer to your camera's reference manual.
Connecting the camera to the computer 4 Turn the camera on in (playback) mode. Lens barrier • Most cameras with a lens barrier turn on automatically in Step 3, with the exception of some models which require you to press the (monitor) button or button. button or button Power switch Windows Mode dial Power switch 5 6 When the screen shown right appears on the monitor in Step 4, use the arrow pad to select “PC” and press the OK button.
Connecting the camera to the computer Windows XP You can download image files from the camera easily. Select “Copy pictures to folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard”, then follow the on-screen instructions. You may also select “take no action” to bypass the Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard. You may then use a more advanced image viewing/editing program such as Olympus CAMEDIA Master software.
Confirming the computer recognizes the camera 1 Windows 2 14 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop. For users running Windows XP, click “My Computer” from the “Start” menu. Make sure the “Removable Disk” icon appears in the window. There may already be other “Removable Disk” icons for other devices, such as a removable media drive or USB SmartMedia Reader/ Writer. In this case, the digital camera is recognized as another “Removable Disk”.
Confirming the USB driver is installed If the computer does not recognize the camera as a Removable Disk, follow the procedure below to check whether the USB driver has been fully installed. 1 2 Double-click the “System” icon. Windows 3 Open “My Computer” and double-click the “Control Panel” icon. For users running Windows XP, open “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu. The System window will appear. Click the “Device Manager” tab.
Confirming the USB driver is installed 4 Confirm that “OLYMPUS Digital Camera” is in the “Universal Serial Bus Controller” category. Windows If you cannot find the “OLYMPUS Digital Camera”, turn the camera off, disconnect the camera from the computer and start again. Users running Windows 98/98 SE start again from “Confirming the USB driver is installed”, and Users running Windows Me/2000/XP start from “Connecting the camera to the computer”.
Downloading images to your computer 1 2 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop. For users running Windows XP, click “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu. Double-click the “Removable Disk” icon. A new “Removable Disk” icon appears when the camera is connected to the computer, as the digital camera is recognized as a “Removable Disk”.
Downloading images to your computer 4 Double-click the “100olymp” folder. Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.jpg” are displayed. Windows • The camera automatically assigns folder names and file names according to the following rules. Folder name File name (Example) (Example) Serial number Month / Day / Serial number • Serial numbers of image files run from 0001 to 9999. • Serial numbers of folders run from 100 to 999.
Downloading images to your computer The “My Documents” window is displayed. 6 The image is saved in the computer (in My Documents folder). • To select all files, choose Edit > Select all. Windows Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case, P1010012.jpg) to the “My Documents” window. When the image file has been downloaded to the computer, you can view images by double-clicking the image files downloaded to your computer.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer If your OS is Windows Me/2000, proceed to “Windows Me/2000/XP” ( p.21). Windows 98 Windows 1 Lamp Card access lamp 2 3 20 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the selftimer lamp (which on some models light while the camera is connected to the computer) or the card access lamp is not blinking. The lamps and their location vary depending on the model. Refer to your camera’s reference manual.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer 4 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the self-timer lamp (which on some models light while the camera is connected to the computer) or the card access lamp is not blinking. Lamp Depending on the camera model, the green lamp may light or lamps that were lit while the camera was connected to the computer may go off. If the lamp is not flashing, then the cable can be removed. 5 Remove the USB cable from the camera.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer 2 Click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the task bar. The message saying that the drive has been stopped appears. 3 Click on the message. The “Unplug or Eject Hardware” window appears. Windows 4 5 6 When a message appears, click “OK”. Remove the USB cable from the camera. Remove the USB cable from your computer.
Macintosh Using Mac OS (9/X) Make sure that: Your computer is turned on and Mac OS is running. If you are running any applications, quit them all. You are recommended to power the camera using the optional AC adapter. If the battery power runs out while the computer is accessing the card in the camera, the camera will turn off in the middle of the operation and this could destroy image files (data). If you are using batteries, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power.
Connecting the camera to the computer Some camera models have a “USB” setting in the menu. Make sure that “PC” is selected before connecting.This is not required if your camera [SETUP] tab Arrow pad does not have this setting. Menu button For details on how to operate the menu, refer to your camera's reference manual. SEtUP CARD EDIt PLAY 1 2 Insert the marked end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer as shown below. Look for this mark.
Connecting the camera to the computer 4 Turn the camera on in (playback) mode. Lens barrier • Most cameras with a lens barrier turn on automatically in Step 3, with the exception of some models which require you to press the (monitor) button or button. button or button Power switch Mode dial Power switch 5 Arrow pad SELECt GO OK button Macintosh 6 When the screen shown right appears on the monitor in Step 4, use the arrow pad to select “PC” and press the OK button.
Downloading images to your computer Mac OS 9 You can download images from the camera and save them in your computer (in this case, in the Hard Disk).
Downloading images to your computer Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.JPG” are displayed. • The camera automatically assigns folder names and file names according to the following rules. Folder name File name (Example) (Example) Serial number Month / Day / Serial number 4 Macintosh • Serial numbers of image files run from 0001 to 9999. • Serial numbers of folders run from 100 to 999.
Downloading images to your computer The “Hard Disk” window is displayed. Macintosh 5 Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case, P1010012.JPG) to the “Hard Disk” window. The image is saved in the computer (in the Hard disk). • To select all images, click Edit > Select all. When the image file has been copied to the computer, you can view images by double-clicking the image files in the “Hard Disk” folder.
Downloading images to your computer Mac OS X Malfunctions such as the following may occur due to the OS. • If the camera is not connected correctly, a malfunction occurs in the computer. • Date and time information of image files is not accurately displayed. • If the card cover of the camera is opened while connecting to the computer, the “untitled” icon does not disappear from the desktop, etc. When the computer has recognized the camera, the Apple Image Capture software dialog appears.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer 1 2 Macintosh 3 4 5 30 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the selftimer lamp (which on some models light while the camera is connected to the computer) or the card access lamp is not blinking. The lamps and their location vary depending on the model. Refer to your camera’s reference manual. Lamp Card access lamp Drag the “untitled” icon on the desktop to “Trash”.
Downloading image files using other OS (For other OS users) Users running other OS cannot connect the camera directly to a computer. Windows 95 Windows NT Mac OS before OS 9 For an OS listed above, you can download images directly to your computer using an optional floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter. For details, see the Olympus Corporate Site or phone customer support.
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