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DIGITAL CAMERA C-5000ZOOM 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.
For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : C-5000ZOOM 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 : 631-844-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Composition of the manual Contents P.4 Names of parts P.10 Getting started P.17 1 Using the menus P.32 2 Shooting basics P.41 3 Flash P.56 4 Advanced shooting P.68 5 Adjusting the image quality and exposure P.91 6 For playing back and editing pictures Playback P.105 7 Settings that make the camera easier to operate. Useful functions P.121 8 Printing pictures Print setting P.144 9 Troubleshooting and other information Miscellaneous P.151 10 Specifications P.
Contents Composition of the manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Names of parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Monitor indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Memory gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Battery check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Comparison of the viewfinder & monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 If correct focus cannot be obtained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Using the Focus Lock function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Subjects that are difficult to focus on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Recording movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Using the optical zoom . . . . .
Sequential shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Sequential shooting and AF sequential shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Auto bracketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 PANORAMA – Panorama shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 2 IN 1 – Taking two-in-one pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 FUNCTION – Adding special effects to pictures . . . . . . . . . . . 90 6 Adjusting the image quality and exposure 91 Record mode . . . . . . . . . . .
Playback on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Protecting pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Erasing pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Single-frame erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 All-frame erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 Miscellaneous 151 Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 List of menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 List of factory default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Modes and Shooting Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Camera maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indications used in this manual l Note Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided. Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera. Reference pages describing details or associated information.
Names of parts Camera Zoom lever (W/T•GU) gP.54, 108, 109 Shutter button gP.45 Mode dial gP.41 Flash gP.56 Hot shoe gP.64 Strap eyelet gP.17 Remote control receiver gP.81 Lens Self-timer/Remote control lamp VIDEO OUT jack gP.116 USB connector DC-IN jack gP.23 Connector cover gP.
Names of parts Viewfinder gP.47 Macro/Spot button (() gP.75, 78 Protect button (0) gP.118 Flash mode button (#) gP.56 Erase button (S) gP.119 AEL/Custom button (x) gP.76, 123 Rotation button (y) gP.107 Power switch gP.24 QUICK VIEW gP.106 Card access lamp gP.45 Monitor button (f) gP.45 OK/Menu button (e) gP.32 Arrow pad (acbd) gP.32 Monitor gP.12, 45 AF target mark gP.47 Green lampgP.47 Orange lampgP.47 Battery/Card cover gP.
Names of parts Monitor indications INFO setting allows you to select how much information to display on the screen. Screens with the Information display set to ON are shown below. g“Information display” (P.134) zShooting modes Still picture Movie Indications Ref. Page P, A, S, M, N, o, m, L, K, J, I, r P.41 2 Shutter speed 16 – 1/1000 P.70 3 Aperture value F2.8 – F8.0 P.69 Item 1 Shooting modes 4 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0 Exposure differential -3.0 – +3.0 P.96 P.
Names of parts Item Indications Ref. Page 9 Noise reduction O P.104 10 Flash mode !, #, $, #SLOW1, HSLOW, #SLOW2 P.56 11 Flash intensity control w -2.0 – +2.0 P.63 12 Drive o, j, k, BKT P.83 13 Self-timer Remote control Y < P.80 P.81 14 Record mode TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 P.91 15 Resolution 2560 × 1920, 2272 × 1704, 1280 × 960,640 × 480, 320 × 240 etc. P.92 16 AF target mark [ ] P.45 17 Number of storable still 30 pictures Seconds remaining 36" P.92 P.
Names of parts zPlayback mode Still picture Movie Item Indications 1 Battery check e, f 2 Print reservation, Number of prints Movie < × 10 Ref. Page P.15 P.146 P.112 n 3 Protect 9 P.118 4 Record mode TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 P.91 5 Resolution 2560 × 1920, 2272 × 1704, 1280 × 960,640 × 480, 320 × 240 etc. P.92 6 Aperture value F2.8 – F8.0 P.69 7 Shutter speed 16 – 1/1000 P.70 8 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0 9 White Balance P.96 WB AUTO, 5, 3, 1, w, x, y, V P.
Names of parts • The indications that appear on a movie picture that has been selected and displayed from the index display are different from those that appear when the movie picture is displayed using the movie playback function. Note zMemory gauge Battery check The memory gauge lights up when you take a still picture. While the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture on the card. The memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the shooting status.
How to use this manual Set the mode dial to any of the marks shown here. Follow the arrows to perform menu operations. For details on operating procedures, see “How to use the menus” (P.33). This represents the arrow pad. Only arrows applicable to the operation are shown. This sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this manual.
1 Getting started Attaching the strap Pass the lens cap string through the hole in the lens cap, then pass the other end through the loop and pull tight. 2 Pull the ends of the strap out of the stopper and ring. 1 Ring Stopper 3 Thread one end of the strap A through the string loop (attached to the lens cap in step 1). Then thread it through the strap eyelet on the camera. 4 Thread the end of the strap B through the ring as indicated by the arrows. Adjust the strap to the desired length.
Battery/Card basics Charging the battery 1 This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-10B). The 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. For details, read the charger’s instructions (provided). Getting started 1 Fully connect the AC cable to the outer connector of the charger.
Battery/Card basics Note 19 1 Getting started • Charging normally takes approximately 2 hours. • Use only the specified charger. • If the charger indicator flashes red, there is a possibility that the battery is not inserted properly in the charger or that the battery is damaged. • Any noise interference caused by the charger to TV or radio equipment during charging does not indicate a fault. In such cases, use a different AC outlet from that used for the TV or radio equipment.
Battery/Card basics Card basics “Card” in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card. The camera uses the card to record pictures. The card corresponds to normal camera film for recording the pictures you have taken. Pictures recorded and stored on the card can easily be erased, overwritten, and/or edited on a PC. 1 Getting started c Index area You can write down the card’s contents. d Contact area Comes into contact with the camera’s signal read contacts.
Battery/Card basics 3 Loading the battery Orient the battery correctly, and insert it until it is locked by the battery lock. Inserting a card Face the card the correct way and insert it into the card slot. 1 Battery lock Index area side Notch • Press the card in 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.
Battery/Card basics 4 Close the battery/card cover in direction C then slide it in direction D. C D 1 Getting started Low battery warning The amount of power consumed varies considerably depending on the operations performed on the digital camera. If you use exhausted battery, the camera may turn off without displaying the battery level warning (P.15). Care when removing the card Releasing your finger quickly after pushing the card all the way in may cause it to eject forcefully out of the slot.
Using the AC adapter (optional) An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer. An optional Olympus CAMEDIA-brand AC adapter allows you to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. Be sure to use the specified AC adapter. Use an AC adapter designed to operate on the AC voltage in the area the camera is being used. Consult your nearest Olympus dealer or Service center for details.
Power on/off 1 Getting started 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Turn the mode dial and select the mode you wish to use from P prnomlkji h. 3 Turn the power switch to the ON position. • The power turns on and the lens extends when the mode dial is set to any mode other than q. When using the camera for the first time or after the camera has been left for about a day with the battery removed, the date and time are Power switch reset.
Power on/off Note TIPS • To save battery power, the camera automatically enters the sleep mode and stops the operation after about 3 minutes of nonoperation. The camera activates again as soon as you operate the shutter button or zoom lever. The sleep time interval can be set in any shooting mode (except q). g“SLEEP – Sleep Timer” (P.137) • To save power, the camera retracts the lens and turns off automatically after about 4 hours of non-operation. To resume operation, turn the camera on again.
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. Monitor indication 1 q Getting started NO CARD CARD%SEtUP POWER%OFF FORMAt SELECt GO FORMAt CAUtION ERASING%ALL YES NO SELECt GO Corrective action There is no card in the camera or the card is not inserted properly. → Insert a card.
Selecting a language 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. 1 Set the mode dial to P and turn the camera on. Power switch Mode dial 1 Getting started Arrow pad 2 OK button Press e. • The top menu is displayed. 3 Press d on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU.
5 1 6 Press ac to select W, then press d. SEtUP CARD PIC CAM Selecting a language ALL RESEt PW ON/OFF SEtUP REC VIEW Press ac to select a language, then press e. Getting started Press e again to exit the menu. ON ON ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUtSCH ESPAÑOL SELECt 7 8 ON ENGLISH GO Power switch To turn the power off, set the power switch to OFF.
Setting the date and time 1 Set the mode dial to P and turn the camera on. Power switch Mode dial 1 2 OK button Press e. • The top menu is displayed. 3 Press d on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU. MODE MENU WB Press ac to select the SETUP tab, then press d. SETUP tab 5 Press ac to select X, then press d. • The green frame moves to the selected item. SEtUP CARD PIC CAM 4 SEtUP CARD PIC CAM Top menu ALL RESEt ON ENGLISH PW ON/OFF SEtUP ON REC VIEW ON ON '03.01.01 00.
Setting the date and time 6 Press ac to select one of the following date formats: Y-M-D (Year/ Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/Day/ Year), D-M-Y (Day/Month/Year). Then press d. • Move to the year setting. • The following steps show the procedure used when the date and time settings are set to Y-M-D. 1 Getting started 7 M SELECt SEt GO SELECt SEt GO D Press ac to set the year, then press d to move to the month setting. • To move back to the previous setting, press b.
Holding the camera Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving. Keep your fingers, the strap and the lens cap attached to the strap away from the lens and flash. Horizontal grip Vertical grip 1 Getting started Top view Do not hold this part of the lens. Note • Clear pictures cannot be obtained if the camera moves as the shutter button is pressed. Hold the camera correctly, and press the shutter button gently.
2 Using the menus About the menus When you turn on the camera and press e, the top menu is displayed on the monitor. The functions of this camera are set from the menus. This chapter explains how the menus work, using the P mode screens. The top menu is displayed. Top menu Press e. Using the menus MODE MENU WB Use the arrow pad to select a menu. MODE MENU • Lets you access the menu selections to set the ISO, sharpness, etc. • Categorizes the settings into 4 tabs.
How to use the menus 1 Press e to display the top menu. Press d. a tab, then press d. CAMERA tab d MODE MENU WB SEt CARD PIC CAMERA Top menu 2 Press ac to select d OFF DRIVE ISO A/S/M b SEt CARD PICtURE CAM SEt CARD PIC CAM OK/Menu button AUtO SHARPNESS CONtRASt CARD tab a c CARD%SEtUP a c SETUP tab SEtUP CARD PIC CAM Arrow pad HQ WB Press b to return to the tab selection screen. ALL RESEt ON ENGLISH PW ON/OFF SEtUP ON REC VIEW ON ON continued overleaf.
How to use the menus 3 Press ac to select an 4 Press acto select a 2 OFF DRIVE ISO A/S/M SEt CARD PIC CAMERA Using the menus c setting. Press e to complete setting. Press e again to exit the menu. D Slide bar The slide bar also appears on the next page if there is a menu function. a OFF d DRIVE ISO A/S/M To return to select an item, press b or e. Note 34 DRIVE ISO A/S/M AF BKt c SEt CARD PIC CAMERA The green frame moves to the selected item.
Shortcut menus zShooting modes h mode i j k l m o r p P modes n mode DIGItAL ZOOM CARD SEtUP MODE MENU WB MODE MENU WB 2 Y/< Select from OFF, Y (self-timer) and < (remote control) for the self-timer and remote control setting. P.80, 81 DIGITAL ZOOM Extends the maximum optical zoom, making possible up to approx. 12x total seamless zoom. P.55 K Sets the image quality and resolution. Still picture : TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 Movie : HQ, SQ P.
Shortcut menus zPlayback mode Still picture Movie MOVIE PLAY INFO 2 MODE MENU INFO MODE MENU m Using the menus Runs through all saved pictures one after another. (slideshow) P.111 MOVIE PLAY MOVIE PLAYBACK INDEX Plays back movies. Creates an indexed view of a movie in 9 frames. P.112 P.114 INFO Displays all the shooting information on the monitor. P.134 < Print reservation – Stores the information necessary to enable you to print the pictures you have taken. P.
Mode Menus The MODE MENU has 4 tabs. Press ac to select a tab and display the associated menu items. CAMERA tab PICTURE tab CARD tab SETUP tab SEt CARD PIC CAMERA zShooting modes OFF DRIVE ISO A/S/M 2 Select from OFF, Y (self-timer) and < (remote control) for the self-timer and remote control setting. Selects a shooting mode from o (single-frame shooting), j (sequential DRIVE shooting), k (AF sequential shooting) and BKT (auto bracketing).
Mode Menus DIGITAL ZOOM % PANORAMA 2 2 IN 1 Using the menus FUNCTION AF AREA INFO Extends the maximum optical zoom, making possible up to approx. 12x total seamless zoom. Super Macro – Allows pictures to be taken as close as 4 cm/1.6" from the subject. Allows panorama pictures to be taken with Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards. Combines two still pictures taken in succession and stores them as a single picture. Adds special effects to pictures (BLACK & WHITE and SEPIA).
Mode Menus SETUP tab P.121 P.27 P.139 P.136 P.138 P.137 P.129 P.140 P.141 P.135 P.29 P.142 P.143 P.126 P.123 39 2 Using the menus Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power. W Selects a language for on-screen display. Sets the picture that comes on when the PW ON/OFF SETUP power is turned on and off. Can display pictures on the monitor REC VIEW while saving them to a card. Sets ON or OFF the beep sound used for 8 button operations or warnings.
Mode Menus CARD tab SETUP tab 2 SEt CARD EDIT tab EDIt zPlayback mode EDIT tab∗ Using the menus Makes the file size smaller and saves it as a new file. ∗ The EDIT tab is not displayed during movie playback. Q P.117 CARD tab CARD SETUP Erases all image data stored on the card or format the card. P.120, 132 SETUP tab Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power. Selects a language for on-screen W display.
3 Shooting basics Shooting modes The shooting modes include modes where the optimal settings for the situation are automatically selected, and modes where you can select the settings best suited to the shooting conditions and the effect you wish to achieve. You can change the shooting mode before and after turning the camera on. Mode dial Setting-related modes Playback mode gP.
Shooting modes j Sports shooting Suitable for capturing fast-moving action (such as sports) without blur. Even a fast-moving subject will be clear and sharp, as if it is not moving, enabling you to capture facial expressions and detailed activity. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions. k Landscape+Portrait shooting Suitable for taking pictures of both your subject and the landscape. The picture is taken with the background as well as the subject in the foreground in focus.
Shooting modes Setting-related modes P Program shooting The camera automatically sets the most suitable combination of aperture value and shutter speed according to the brightness of the subject. Other functions, such as flash modes and drive modes, can be adjusted manually. p Aperture priority/Shutter priority/Manual shooting When the mode dial is set to p, the following items can be set with the menus. g “A/S/M mode” (P.68) 3 A Aperture priority shooting Aperture (F-number) is decreased.
Shooting modes 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. 3 Setting the shutter speed lower blurs a moving subject, giving the impression of movement. M Manual shooting Shooting basics Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. To check the exposure, refer to the exposure differential.
Taking still pictures You can take still pictures using either the monitor or the viewfinder. Taking still pictures using the monitor With 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.
Taking still pictures 4 Press the shutter button all the way (fully). • The camera takes the picture. • The card access lamp blinks while the picture is stored on the card. • When the green lamp stops blinking, you can take the next picture. In shooting mode, you can play back recorded images immediately by pressing the QUICK VIEW button. g“QUICK VIEW” (P.106) TIPS The monitor turns off. → If the camera is not used for over 3 minutes, the monitor turns off automatically.
Taking still pictures Taking still pictures using the viewfinder The camera actually records a wider area than the picture you compose while looking through the viewfinder. Mode dial 1 Set the mode dial to either h i j k l m o r p or P and set the power switch to ON. Shutter button Power switch Mode dial g“Power on/off” (P.24) 3 Viewfinder 2 f button Card access lamp Position the AF target mark in the viewfinder on the subject.
Taking still pictures 4 Press the shutter button all the way (fully). • The camera takes the picture. • The card access lamp blinks while the picture is stored on the card. • When the green lamp stops blinking, you can take the next picture. In shooting mode, you can play back recorded images immediately by pressing the QUICK VIEW button. g“QUICK VIEW” (P.106) TIPS The subject cannot be focused on. g“If correct focus cannot be obtained” (P.50) 3 Shooting basics The green lamp blinks.
Taking still pictures Comparison of the viewfinder & monitor Viewfinder Camera movement does not occur easily and subjects can be seen clearly even in bright places. Little battery power is used. Disadvantages When close to a subject, the image in the viewfinder is a little different from the picture that the camera actually records. Advantages Use the viewfinder for general snapshots (landscape pictures, casual shots, etc.).
If correct focus cannot be obtained When the subject cannot be focused on, you can focus the camera on another point at roughly the same distance (focus lock) and take the picture as explained below. Using the Focus Lock function Mode dial 1 Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to focus on. • When shooting a hard-to-focus subject or a fast-moving subject, point the camera at an object about the same distance away as the subject.
If correct focus cannot be obtained 4 Press the shutter button fully. Shutter button TIPS The frame in which you focus on a subject is different from the frame in which you lock the exposure. g“AE LOCK – Locking the exposure” (P.76) Subjects that are difficult to focus on 3 The green lamp blinks. The subject cannot be brought into focus.
Recording movies This function allows you to record movies. The focus and zoom are locked. If the distance to the subject changes, focus may be compromised. You cannot record movies with sound. Mode dial 1 Set the mode dial to n and turn the camera on. g“Power on/off” (P.24) Shutter button Power switch Mode dial • The monitor turns on. • The available recording time on the card that you are using is displayed. • The optical zoom cannot be used.
Recording movies • In n mode, the flash and manual focus (MF) cannot be used. Note TIPS To use zoom for shooting movies → Set the digital zoom to ON. g“DIGITAL ZOOM – Using the digital zoom” (P.
Zoom Telephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 3x magnification (the optical zoom limit, equivalent to 38 mm – 114 mm on a 35 mm camera). When taking still pictures, you can increase zoom magnification to a maximum of approximately 12x by combining the optical zoom with the digital zoom (with record mode set to SQ1 or SQ2). During movie recording, the digital zoom magnification is 3x. Camera movement is likely to occur at higher magnifications. Stabilize the camera with a tripod, etc.
Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM – Using the digital zoom Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ DIGITAL ZOOM Æ ON, and press e. Zoom lever g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu and display the subject on the monitor. Mode dial In the top menu, select DIGITAL ZOOM Æ ON, and press e. 2 Pull the zoom lever toward T. Arrow pad OK button • The white area of the zoom indicator indicates the optical zoom.
4 Flash Flash shooting Select the flash mode best suited 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. You can also use an optional flash. Mode dial 1 Set the flash mode by repeatedly pressing #. Shutter button Power switch Mode dial 4 Flash • The flash mode changes in the sequence shown below (when all modes are available).
Flash shooting 2 Press the shutter button halfway. # mark • When the flash is ready to fire, the orange lamp and # lights steady. F2.8 SQ1 1600 1200 Orange lamp 4 Press the shutter button fully to take the picture. Flash 3 Flash working range W (max.): Approx. 0.2 m to 3.8 m (0.7 ft. to 12.5 ft.) T (max.) : Approx. 0.3 m to 2.2 m (1 ft. to 7.2 ft.
Flash shooting TIPS The orange lamp or # (flash standby) indication blinks. → The flash is charging. Wait until the orange lamp or # lights steadily. Camera movement warning (Auto-flash, red-eye reduction flash, fill-in flash) → When the orange lamp or # lights, the shutter speed locks at its current level. This helps prevent camera shake problems (shutter speeds that are too slow can cause blur).
Flash shooting zAuto-flash (No indication) The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions. zRed-eye reduction flash (!) The light from the flash may make the subject’s eyes appear red in the picture. The red-eye reduction flash mode significantly reduces this phenomenon by emitting pre-flashes before firing the regular flash. This helps accustom the subject’s eyes to the bright light and minimizes the red-eye phenomenon. The subject’s eyes appear red.
Flash shooting zFlash 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. Note • Since a slow shutter speed is automatically selected in low light situations when in the flash off mode, the use of a tripod is recommended to prevent your pictures from being blurred by camera movement.
Flash shooting 2nd curtain (rear curtain) #SLOW2 With 2nd curtain, the flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create interesting effects in your picture, such as expressing the movement of a car by showing the tail-lights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out. The slowest possible shutter speed depends on the shooting mode: M mode : 16 sec. P, A, S, m mode: 4 sec. When the shutter speed is set to 4 sec. 4sec.
Using the slow synchronization flash Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ #SLOW Æ #SLOW1, HSLOW, #SLOW2, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu.
Flash intensity control You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting the light emission. Examples include small subjects, distant backgrounds, or situations when increased contrast is desired. You can adjust the exposure in the range of ±2.0 in 1/3 EV steps. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ w, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) 4 OK button Press ac to select a setting, then press e.
External flash (optional) Using the external flash Various types of flash shooting are possible with Olympus FL series external flashes. The external flash can be used either by itself or together with the built-in flash. If an external flash is used, the flash mode and exposure compensation will be detected automatically by the camera like the built-in flash. Using the two flashes together allows for more sophisticated lighting, such as catch lighting using the built-in flash.
External flash (optional) 3 Turn on the external flash. • When using the FL-20, set the mode dial to TTL-AUTO. • When using the FL-40, it begins communicating with the camera and automatically switches to TTL-AUTO. During communication, TTL-AUTO is displayed. • Be sure to attach the flash to the camera before turning the flash on. 4 4 Press # to set the flash mode. Note Flash g“Flash shooting” (P.56) • If close-up pictures are overexposed, try using the built-in flash by itself.
External flash (optional) Using commercially available external flashes Provided that the flash can be connected to the hot shoe, a commercially available external flash may be used. The amount of light emitted cannot be adjusted on commercially available external flashes. For details on compatible commercially available external flashes, refer to the next page. Mode dial 1 4 Attach the external flash to the hot shoe and connect it to the camera.
External flash (optional) Compatible commercially available external flashes 67 4 Flash When selecting an external flash, use products which meet the following basic conditions. (1) Some flashes available on the market operate with a high voltage synchro terminal. If one of these is used, it may damage the camera, and/or the camera may not function normally. Contact the manufacturer of the flash you are using concerning the specifications of the flash’s synchro terminal.
5 Advanced shooting A/S/M mode Select the shooting mode to be used when the mode dial is set to p. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ A/S/M Æ A, S or M, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu.
Aperture priority shooting Mode dial 1 Select A mode. g“A/S/M mode” (P.68) 2 Press ac to set the aperture value. a : The aperture value increases. c : The aperture value decreases. ac If the aperture value is displayed in red, the aperture setting is unsuitable for the conditions. Take the following steps. (When the aperture value is displayed in green, the setting will provide optimum exposure.) Advanced shooting Aperture value appears:The image is overexposed. appears:The image is underexposed.
Shutter priority shooting Mode dial 1 Select S mode. g“A/S/M mode” (P.68) 2 Press ac to set the shutter speed. a : Sets a faster shutter speed. c : Sets a slower shutter speed. 5 ac If the shutter speed is displayed in red, the setting is unsuitable for the conditions. Take the following steps (When the shutter speed is displayed in green, the setting will provide optimum exposure). Shutter speed Advanced shooting appears:The image is overexposed. appears:The image is underexposed.
Manual shooting Mode dial 1 Select M mode. x AEL/Custom button g“A/S/M mode” (P.68) 2 Use the arrow pad to set the aperture value and shutter speed. b d a c : : : : The aperture value increases. The aperture value decreases. Sets a faster shutter speed. Sets a slower shutter speed. Exposure differential 5 Advanced shooting • When the shutter button is halfway pressed, the difference (ranging from -3.0 to +3.
Focusing applications AF AREA – Changing the position of the AF target mark You can select the area you want to focus on by changing the position of the AF target mark. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ AF AREA, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) 5 Arrow pad Advanced shooting 2 OK button Use the arrow pad to move the AF target mark to the area you want to focus on. • The AF target mark at the center of the screen can be moved vertically or horizontally.
Focusing applications Manual focus If auto focus is unable to focus on a subject, use manual focus. Mode dial 1 Hold down e for more than 1 second. Arrow pad OK button When the focus distance selection screen appears on the monitor, press b to select MF. 3 Press ac to set the focus distance. 5 Advanced shooting 2 • During operation, the area you are focusing on is enlarged. This lets you check whether the focus is in the right position.
Focusing applications 5 Take the picture. • The focus is locked at the distance you have set. To cancel manual focus 1 Hold down e for more than 1 second to display the focus distance selection screen. 2 Press d to select AF, then press e. • Manual focus is canceled. TIPS How to shoot while keeping the same focus distance. Æ The focus can be fixed at the same distance as when you perform focus lock. Turn the monitor on and perform the following operations.
Metering There are two ways of measuring the brightness of a subject. Select the way best suited to your purpose. Digital ESP metering Spot metering Meters the center of the subject and the surrounding area separately. Exposure is determined by metering within the AF target area. In this mode, a subject can be shot with optimal exposure regardless of the background light. Spot metering Mode dial 1 Select n or ( by repeatedly pressing (.
AE LOCK – Locking the exposure This function is suitable for situations when optimal exposure is difficult to achieve, such as when there is excessive contrast between the subject and the surroundings. For example, if the sun is in the frame and shooting with automatic exposure results in a dark subject, recompose your shot so that the sun is not in the frame. Then press x to lock the metered value (exposure) temporarily. Next, compose your shot again with the sun in the frame and take the picture.
AE LOCK – Locking the exposure 3 Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to focus on and press the shutter button halfway. • The green lamp lights. • AE lock cannot be canceled while the shutter button is pressed halfway. 4 Press the shutter button fully. • AE lock is automatically canceled after one shot. F2.8 SQ1 1600 1200 During AE lock, AEL is displayed. AE lock was canceled. Æ Do not operate any of the buttons or the mode dial after performing AE lock. Doing so will cancel AE lock.
Macro mode shooting You can shoot the subject at close range. (Wide-angle at 20cm/7.9" to 50 cm/ 19.7", telephoto at 30 cm/11.8" to 50 cm/19.7".) Photographs of distant subjects can also be taken, but the camera may take time to focus. If the center of the frame (within the AF target mark) is metered when you are close to the subject and you shoot with the optimal exposure, the picture will turn out well ((). (P.
Super macro mode shooting This mode lets you shoot from as close as 4 cm/1.6" to your subject. In the % mode, normal shooting is also possible, but the position of the zoom is fixed and cannot be used. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ % Æ ON, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu. Arrow pad OK button 5 Use the monitor. Note • Use the monitor during super macro mode. • During super macro shooting, the built-in flash is not available.
Self-timer shooting This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. This function is useful for taking pictures where you want to be included in the photograph. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, press a to select Y/<, press ac to select Y, then press e. Shutter button • Press e again to exit the menu.
Remote control shooting Shooting is possible using the remote control device (RM-2). This is useful when you want to take a picture with yourself in it, or a night scene, without touching the camera. Mode dial 1 Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, flat surface. 2 In the top menu, press a to select Y/<, press ac to select <, then press e. • Press e again to exit the menu.
Remote control shooting TIPS The self-timer remote control lamp does not blink after pressing the shutter button on the remote control device. Æ The remote control device may be too far from the camera. Move closer to the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control device again. Æ The remote control batteries are exhausted. Replace with new batteries. g “How to replace the battery (CR2025) of the remote control device” (P.171) How to cancel the remote control mode.
Sequential shooting There are 3 sequential shooting modes: sequential shooting, AF sequential shooting and auto bracketing. Sequential shooting modes can be selected from the DRIVE mode menu. Continuous shots will not be possible if Record Mode is set to TIFF or if Noise Reduction is set to ON. Drive mode o : Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed. (Normal shooting mode, single-frame shooting) j : Focus, exposure and white balance are locked at the first frame. 5 frames or more at 1.
Sequential shooting Auto bracketing Under some conditions, you may obtain better results shooting with exposure compensation than by using the exposure setting considered optimal by the camera. When auto bracketing is set, the exposure is changed automatically for each frame when you start shooting. The exposure differential and number of frames can be selected in the menus. The focus and white balance are locked at the first frame. Ex: When BKT is set to ±1.0 ×3 -1.0 5 0.0 +1.
Sequential shooting 3 Select the number of shots. Press ac to select ×3 or ×5, then press e. • Press e repeatedly until the menu disappears. 4 Take the picture. • Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed to shoot the preset number of pictures. You can stop shooting at any time by releasing the shutter button. Note 85 5 Advanced shooting • Sequential shooting (j, k, BKT) is not possible in the following situations: When record mode is set to TIFF. When NOISE REDUCTION is set to ON.
PANORAMA – Panorama shooting You can take advantage of panorama shooting with Olympus CAMEDIAbrand cards (xD-Picture Card). Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures with overlapping edges into a single panoramic picture, using the CAMEDIA Master software. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ PANORAMA, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • The PANORAMA mode is set.
PANORAMA – Panorama shooting 3 Make sure that the edges of the pictures overlap, then take pictures. • Focus, exposure and white balance are set by the first picture. Do not select an extremely bright subject (such as the sun) for the first picture. • You cannot adjust the zoom after the first picture. • Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 pictures. The part of the previous picture where it will be joined to the next picture does not remain in the frame on the edge of the screen.
2 IN 1 – Taking two-in-one pictures This function allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a single picture. You can combine two different subjects in one picture. Picture when played back Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ 2 IN 1, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) 5 • The 2 IN1 picture mode is displayed on the monitor. Advanced shooting Arrow pad 2 OK button Take the first shot.
2 IN 1 – Taking two-in-one pictures Note • During 2 IN 1 picture shooting, the panorama and sequential shooting modes are not available. • To cancel the 2 IN 1 picture mode after the first shot has been taken, press e. The first shot will not be saved. • Images are saved in JPEG format when 2 IN 1 shooting is done in the TIFF mode. The size of the image does not change. • Operating the mode dial will exit 2 IN 1 picture mode.
FUNCTION – Adding special effects to pictures This feature lets you add special effects to your pictures during shooting. OFF Turn off FUNCTION. BLACK & WHITE Takes pictures in black and white. SEPIA Gives pictures a sepia tone. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ FUNCTION, then select a mode and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu.
6 Adjusting the image quality and exposure Record mode You can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Choose the best record mode for your purpose (printing, editing on a PC, website editing, etc.). For details of the number of pictures storable on the card and resolutions in different record modes, refer to the tables on P.92.
Record mode Still Picture Record Modes (with a 16 MB card) Record mode Number of pixels TIFF 2560 × 1920 2272 ×1704 2048 × 1536 1600 × 1200 1280 × 960 1024 × 768 640 × 480 SHQ 2560 × 1920 HQ 2560 × 1920 2272 × 1704 SQ1 2048 × 1536 1600 × 1200 6 1280 × 960 SQ2 1024 × 768 Adjusting the image quality and exposure 640 × 480 HIGH NORMAL HIGH NORMAL HIGH NORMAL HIGH NORMAL HIGH NORMAL HIGH NORMAL Compression File format Memory capacity in no.
Record mode Note • The card memory capacity listed in the table is approximate. • The number of remaining pictures may change according to the subject or factors like whether print reservations have been made or not. In certain instances, the number of remaining pictures does not change even when you take pictures, or stored images are erased.
Record mode 2 Press ac to select the desired record mode from TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1 and SQ2, then press d. 3 Press ac to select the resolution. If you have selected SQ1 or SQ2, press d after choosing the resolution, then choose HIGH or NORMAL by pressing ac. 4 Press e. • Press e 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. 50/80/160/320 With a lower ISO setting, you can shoot clear, sharp images in daylight.
Exposure compensation This function allows you to make fine changes to the present exposure setting using the arrow pad. In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. You can adjust the exposure in the range of ±2.0 in 1/3 steps. When the setting is changed, you can check the result on the monitor. Mode dial 1 Press b d to select a setting. • Adjust toward + : Press d to adjust up to +2.0 in 1/3 steps.
White balance 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. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ PICTURE Æ WB, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.
White balance Auto white balance Automatically adjusts the white balance for any light source. Preset white balance Select a preset white balance setting according to the type of light. Press ac to select one of the following settings, then press e. Press e twice to exit the menu. PRESEt 5 3 1 w For shooting on a sunny day. For shooting on a cloudy day. For shooting under a tungsten light. For shooting under a daylight fluorescent lamp. This type of lamp is used mainly in GO SELECt CANCEL homes.
White balance 2 Press e. • The white balance is set and the screen returns to the mode menu. • To cancel one-touch white balance, press b. e button 6 3 Press e repeatedly to exit the menu. Note • When setting the white balance by pointing the camera at a sheet of white paper, the correct setting may not be obtained if the light reflected by the paper is too bright or too dark. • White balance may not be effective under some special light sources.
White balance White balance adjustment This function lets you make fine changes to the current white balance setting. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ PICTURE Æ >, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • The white balance adjustment indicator appears on the screen. Arrow pad 2 6 OK button Adjusting the image quality and exposure The color becomes bluer each time you press a, and redder each time you press c, depending on the original white balance conditions.
SHARPNESS This function adjusts the sharpness of the image. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ PICTURE Æ SHARPNESS, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad Press ac to adjust the sharpness between +2 and -2. SEt CARD PICtURE CAM OK button 2 • When you have finished setting the sharpness, press e. Press e again to exit the menu. Note • If you adjust the sharpness too far toward +, noise may become noticeable in the picture.
CONTRAST This function adjusts the contrast of images. For example, you can make images with marked differences in light and shadow softer, and those with less differences more vivid. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ PICTURE Æ CONTRAST, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad 2 6 Press ac to adjust the contrast between +2 and -2. Adjusting the image quality and exposure SEt CARD PICtURE CAM OK button • To increase the contrast (+) : WB Press a.
SATURATION This function adjusts the color depth. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ PICTURE Æ SATURATION, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad 2 Press ac to adjust the saturation between +2 and -2. SAtURAtION 6 • When you have finished setting the saturation, press e. Press e again to exit the menu. 103 Adjusting the image quality and exposure • To increase the saturation (+) : Press a. Colors become darker and more intense.
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 sec.
7 Playback Viewing still pictures Mode dial 1 Set the mode dial to q (playback mode) and set the power switch to ON. Power switch Mode dial g“Power on/off” (P.24) • The last picture taken appears in the monitor. (Single-frame playback) Arrow pad 2 Use the arrow pad to play back other pictures. Jumps to the picture 10 frames back. Displays the previous picture. Displays the next picture. Playback Jumps to the picture 10 frames ahead.
Viewing still pictures QUICK VIEW This function lets you play back pictures while the camera is in the shooting mode. This is useful when you want to check shooting results and resume shooting quickly. Functions available in normal playback mode are also available in QUICK VIEW. Mode dial 1 Press the QUICK VIEW button while in the shooting mode. Shutter button • The camera immediately enters the playback mode and displays the last picture taken.
Viewing still pictures Picture rotation Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you turn such pictures 90 degrees counterclockwise or clockwise so that they are displayed vertically. Mode dial 1 In the single-frame playback mode, press y. y Rotation button • Each pressing rotates the image in the following sequence: 90 degrees counterclockwise, 90 degrees clockwise, and back to the original.
Close-up playback Pictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5 or 4 times. Mode dial 1 Select the still picture you want to enlarge. Zoom lever • You cannot enlarge pictures with n. 2 Pull the zoom lever toward T (U). • Each time you pull the zoom lever, the picture is enlarged gradually. • By using the arrow pad while the enlarged picture is displayed, you can shift the picture in the desired direction, enabling you to view a different portion.
Index display This function lets you show several pictures at the same time on the monitor. The number of pictures shown can be 4, 9 or 16. g“Selecting the number of pictures” (P.110) Mode dial 1 In the single-frame playback mode, push the zoom lever toward W (G). • Use the arrow pad to select the picture. b : Moves to the previous frame. d : Moves to the next frame. a : Jumps to the previous index display (the frames before the top left frame).
Index display Selecting the number of pictures This function lets you select the number of pictures in an index display from 4, 9 and 16. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ G Æ 4, 9 or 16, and press e. • Press e again to exit the menu. g“How to use the menus” (P.
Slideshow This function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another. Only the first frame of movies is played back. Mode dial 1 Select a still picture, then press e to display the top menu. a button 2 Press a to start the slideshow. INFO 3 e button MODE MENU Press e to stop the slideshow. 7 Note Playback • The slideshow will not stop until you cancel it by pressing e. • You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when running a slideshow for a long period of time.
Viewing movies Mode dial 1 Use the arrow pad to display the picture with n you want to play back. g“Viewing still pictures” (P.105) Arrow pad OK button 2 7 3 Playback 4 Press e. • The top menu is displayed. Press a to select MOVIE PLAY. MOVIE PLAY INFO Press ac to select MOVIE PLAYBACK, then press e. MOVIE PLAY • The movie is played back. When playback ends, the display automatically returns to the beginning of the movie.
Viewing movies • Press e again after playback ends to MOVIE%PLAYBACK display the menu. PLAYBACK Plays back the entire PLAYBACK movie again. FRAME%BY%FRAME FRAME BY FRAME EXIt Plays back the movie manually one frame at a SELECt GO time. EXIT Leaves the movie playback mode. Press ac to select PLAYBACK, FRAME BY FRAME or EXIT, then press e. zWhen FRAME BY FRAME is selected a: Displays the first frame of the movie. c : Displays the last frame of the movie. d : Displays the next frame.
INDEX - Creating an index This function lets you create indexes as well as edit movies. 9 frames extracted from a movie are displayed as an index to show the movie at a glance. Indexes can be stored on the card as a still picture. Mode dial 1 Use the arrow pad to select a picture with n. Arrow pad 2 OK button In the top menu, select MOVIE PLAY Æ INDEX, then press e. MOVIE PLAY g“How to use the menus” (P.
INDEX - Creating an index 3 Press ac to select OK, then press e. INDEX • The busy bar is displayed, then the 9 frames extracted from the movie appear as an index display. • To quit the editing function, select CANCEL and press e. OK CANCEL SELECt GO TIPS • The index is stored as a still picture in a different record mode from the original movie.
Playback on a TV Use the video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. You can play back both still pictures and movies on your TV. Mode dial 1 Make sure that the TV and camera are turned off. Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the camera to the Video input terminal on the TV using the video cable. Connect to the TV’s video input (yellow) terminal. Video cable Connector cover VIDEO OUT jack 2 Turn the TV on and set it to the video input mode.
Editing still pictures This function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. The following editing operations are possible. Resizing Q Changes the picture size to 640 × 480 or 320 × 240 and stores the picture as a new file. Mode dial 1 Use the arrow pad to select the still picture you want to edit. 2 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ EDIT Æ Q , then press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad 3 OK button Press ac to select the picture size, then press e.
Protecting pictures You are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erased by the single-frame/allframe erase function. Mode dial 1 Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want to protect. 0 Protect button g“Viewing still pictures” (P.105) Arrow pad 2 OK button Press 0. • To cancel protection, press 0 again. 7 Playback Displayed when a picture is protected.
Erasing pictures This function erases recorded pictures. Pictures can be erased either one frame at a time or all the pictures in the card. Note • You cannot erase protected pictures. Cancel protection before erasing such pictures. • Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Be careful not to erase important data. g“Protecting pictures” (P.118) Single-frame erase Mode dial 1 Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want to erase. S Erase button g“Viewing still pictures” (P.
Erasing pictures All-frame erase This function erases all the pictures on the card. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CARD Æ CARD SETUP and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad 2 OK button Press ac to select R ALL ERASE, then press e. CARD%SEtUP ALL%ERASE FORMAt 7 Playback 3 CANCEL Press ac to select YES, then press e. • All the pictures are erased.
8 Useful functions ALL RESET – Saving the camera’s settings You can save the current camera settings after the power is turned off. The settings affected by ALL RESET are listed on the next page. The All Reset setting (ON/OFF) applies to all the modes. If ALL RESET is set to OFF in one shooting 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 zFunctions that All Reset affects Factory default setting Function F No Ref. Page F2.8 Function P.69 NOISE REDUCTION Ref. Page OFF P.104 SHUTTER 1/1000 P.70 DIGITAL ZOOM OFF P.55 F 0.0 P.96 % OFF P.79 FLASH MODE AUTO P.56 FUNCTION OFF P.90 w 0.0 P.63 K HQ P.91 QFLASH IN+Q P.64 WB AUTO P.97 AF/MF AF > No compensation P.100 P.73 8 Factory default setting Useful functions ( OFF P.75, 78 SHARPNESS ±0 Y/< OFF P.
CUSTOM BUTTON Functions listed in the table below can be assigned to the custom button on the camera. This makes it easy to jump to frequently used functions simply by pressing the custom button without having to select a shortcut menu or MODE MENU from the top menu. Available functions x button Settings Ref. Page AE LOCK (factory default setting) – Self-timer/Remote control Self-timer/Remote control P.80, 81 P.83 P.76 DRIVE o, j, k, BKT ISO AUTO, 50, 80, 160, 320 P.95 A/S/M A, S, M P.
CUSTOM BUTTON Setting the custom button Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ CUSTOM BUTTON, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad OK button 2 Press ac to select a function, then press e. CUStOM BUttON AE LOCK AF LOCK DRIVE ISO • Press e again to exit the menu.
CUSTOM BUTTON Using the custom button Mode dial 1 Press x. x AEL/Custom button • The function currently set to the custom button appears. Ex: When DRIVE is set on the custom button Set by repeatedly pressing the button. • You cannot set the custom button separately in each time. Note 125 8 Useful functions TIPS When ISO is set to the custom button but you want to use AE lock → The AE lock function cannot be used when a different function is set to the custom button.
SHORT CUT You can set three shortcut menus (A, B, C) on the top menu in a still picture shooting mode (except h). This is useful when you want to go quickly to frequently used functions. B A MODE MENU WB C Top menu Functions that can be set in the shortcut menu Y/< 8 Ref. Page P.80, 81 Default setting A : Y/< B: K C: WB Functions that can be set in the shortcut menu 2 IN 1 Ref. Page P.88 Useful functions DRIVE P.83 FUNCTION ISO P.95 AF AREA P.72 A/S/M P.68 INFO P.134 w P.63 K P.
SHORT CUT Setting the shortcut menu You can set the three shortcut menus designated by A, B and C on the diagram shown right. MODE MENU Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ SHORT CUT, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad 2 OK button Press ac to select A, B or C, then press d. SHORt CUt 3 Press ac to select a function, then press e. SELECt GO SHORt CUt • The shortcut menu is set. • Press e again to exit the menu.
SHORT CUT Using the shortcut menu When you have set a shortcut menu, you can use it to jump to the setting screen for that function. Mode dial 1 Press e to display the top menu. • The shortcut menu you have set appears on the top menu. Arrow pad 2 OK button Press ab or c to select the shortcut menu. • The monitor jumps directly to the setting screen for that function.
MY MODE SETUP You can set shooting-related functions in MY MODE. You can also use MY MODE to save the contents you have set. When the mode dial is set to r, your customized settings are activated. zFunctions affected by MY MODE SETUP Functions that can be set in MY MODE Default setting Ref. Page Functions that can be set in MY MODE Default setting Ref. Page P/A/S/M P P.43 QFLASH IN+Q F No F 2.8 P.69 #SLOW #SLOW1 P.62 SHUTTER 1/1000 P.70 NOISE REDUCTION OFF P.104 F 0.0 P.
MY MODE SETUP Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ MY MODE SETUP, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad OK button Press ac to select the type of setting, then press d. PRESENT Saves the current camera settings. (In r, p, P modes only) RESET Restores the factory default settings. CUSTOM Saves settings one by one. • The MY MODE SETUP screen appears.
MY MODE SETUP zWhen selecting CUSTOM in Step 2 3 Press ac to select the item you want to save in MY MODE, then press d. MY MODE SEtUP P/A/S/M M • For the available items, see “Functions affected by MY MODE SETUP” (P.129). SHUttER FNo LCD Press ac to change the setting, then press e. • The setting is saved. • You can also change the other custom settings. F2.8 1/1000 OFF MY MODE SEtUP P/A/S/M FNo F2.8 SHUttER LCD 4 When you have made all the settings you want, press e.
CARD SETUP – Formatting Cards This function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Before using non-Olympus cards or cards which have been formatted on a PC, you must format them with this camera. All existing data, including protected pictures, are erased when the card is formatted. Make sure that you save or transfer important data to a PC before formatting a card. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CARD Æ CARD SETUP, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.
CARD SETUP – Formatting Cards 2 Press a to select YES, then press e. • The BUSY bar is displayed and the card is formatted. FORMAt CAUtION ERASING%ALL YES NO SELECt GO BUSY Note Never do the following during formatting, as they may cause the card to malfunction. • Open the card cover. • Remove the battery. • Connect or disconnect the AC adapter.
Information display This function lets you display detailed shooting information on the monitor for approx. 3 seconds in the playback mode. For details of the information displayed, see “Monitor indications” (P.12). Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CAMERA Æ INFO Æ ON or OFF, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Mode dial 1 Pressing b in the top menu displays the full amount of shooting information on the monitor (ON).
Monitor brightness Adjustment This function lets you adjust the brightness of the monitor. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ s, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad OK button 2 Press ac to adjust the brightness while looking in the monitor, and when you have set the desired level, press e. • Pressing a brightens the monitor or viewfinder, and pressing c darkens it. • Press e again to exit the menu.
REC VIEW You can display the picture you have just taken on the monitor. You can display pictures on the monitor while saving them to a card. 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 get ready to take the next picture during Rec View. The picture being recorded to the card is not displayed. This is useful when you want to prepare for your next shot while the previous picture is being recorded.
SLEEP – Sleep Timer The camera automatically enters the sleep mode and stops the operation when the preset time has elapsed with no operations performed. The camera activates again as soon as you touch the shutter button or arrow pad. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ SLEEP Æ 30 SEC, 1 MIN, 3 MIN, 5 MIN or 10 MIN, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu. Arrow pad OK button Note • The sleep mode is not activated when using the AC adapter.
Beep – Setting the warning tone You can set the beep sound used for button operations or warnings. You can turn the sound off completely by setting OFF. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ 8 Æ ON or OFF, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.
POWER ON/OFF SETUP – Power on/off display setting You can select whether or not a picture is displayed when the power is turned on and off. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ PW ON/OFF SETUP, and press d. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) Arrow pad OK button Press ac to select OFF or ON. OFF No picture is displayed. ON A picture is displayed. • When you have made all the settings you want, press e. Press e repeatedly until the menu disappears.
FILE NAME – Choosing how file names are created The camera automatically creates file names and folder names for images to be stored in. Files can be numbered from 0001 to 9999 and folders can be numbered from 100 to 999. Examples are shown below. Folder name File name \DCIM\***OLYMP\Pmdd****.jpg Folder No. (100 – 999) Month (1 – C) File No. (0001 – 9999) Day (01 – 31) • Month: Jan. – Sep. = 1 – 9, Oct. = A, Nov. = B, Dec. = C There are two settings from which you can choose: RESET or AUTO.
PIXEL MAPPING – Checking the image Note • When the File No. reaches 9999, the file number returns to 0001 and the folder number changes. • When both the Folder and File No. reach their respective maximum number (999/9999), the number of storable pictures becomes 0 even if the card is not full. No more pictures can be taken. Replace the card with a new one. PIXEL MAPPING – Checking the image The Pixel Mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions.
m/ft – Selecting the measurement units The measurement unit can be selected from either meters or feet in the manual focus mode. m ft At long ranges, the camera measures in meters, and at shorts ranges in centimeters. At long ranges, the camera measures in feet, and at short ranges in inches. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ m/ft Æ m or ft, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu.
VIDEO OUT – Selecting the video signal type You can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. Select the video signal type before connecting the video cable. If you select the wrong video signal type, you will not be able to play back the recorded pictures properly on the TV. Mode dial 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU Æ SETUP Æ VIDEO OUT Æ NTSC or PAL, and press e. g“How to use the menus” (P.33) • Press e again to exit the menu.
9 Print setting With print reservation 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.
With print reservation TIPS 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.
All-frame reservation Use this feature to print all the pictures stored on the card. Select the desired number of prints and whether you want the date and time included. Mode dial 1 Play back a still picture. • You cannot make the print reservation for pictures with n. 2 3 Press e to display the top menu. Press c for the PRINT ORDER screen to appear.
Single-frame reservation Use this feature to print only selected pictures. Display the picture to be printed and select the desired number of prints. Mode dial 1 Play back a still picture. • You cannot make the print reservation for pictures with n. 2 3 Press e to display the top menu. Press c for the PRINT ORDER screen to appear. • If data is already stored on the card, the PRINT ORDER SETTING screen appears, giving you the choice of resetting the data or keeping it.
Single-frame reservation 7 Press ac to select NO, DATE or TIME, then press e. • The PRINT ORDER screen appears. NO Prints pictures only, with no date or time. DATE The picture is printed with the shooting date. TIME The picture is printed with the shooting time. 8 Press ac to select SAVE, then press e. • To cancel the print reservation settings, select CANCEL and press e. • The print reservation data is stored on the card and the screen returns to the playback menu.
Resetting print reservation data This function allows you to reset the print reservation data for pictures stored on the card. You can reset all the print reservation frames or only those frames you think are unnecessary. Mode dial zResetting all print reservation frames 1 Press e to display the top menu. 2 3 Press c for the < PRINT ORDER SETTING screen to appear. Arrow pad OK button Press ac and select RESET, then press e.
Resetting print reservation data zResetting single-frame print reservation 1 Press e to display the top menu. 2 Press c for the < PRINT ORDER SETTING screen to appear. 3 Press ac and select KEEP, then press e. 4 Press ac and select <, then press e. 5 Press bd to display the frame you want to reset. 6 Press ac and set the number of frames to 0. PRINt%ORDER%SEttING PRINt%ORDERED RESEt KEEP EXIt GO SELECt • To reset other print reservation frames, repeat steps 5 and 6. 7 Press e.
10 Miscellaneous Error codes Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action q The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized. Insert a card or insert a different card. If the indication 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.
Troubleshooting zPreparatory operations Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond. The power is off. Turn the power on. P.24 The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery. P.18 The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold. Warm the battery by putting them in your pocket for a while. — The camera is in the sleep mode. Operate the camera (press the shutter button or the zoom lever). P.
Troubleshooting The monitor is hard to see. The brightness of the monitor is not adjusted properly. Select s in the mode menu and adjust the brightness. P.135 The monitor is exposed to direct sunlight. Block the sunlight with your hand or use the viewfinder. — Vertical lines appear on the image in the monitor. Bright light, such as direct sunlight, may cause vertical lines to appear on the image. This is not a malfunction. — The date recorded in the image file is wrong. The date/time is not set.
Troubleshooting The flash does not fire. The flash is set to the flash off mode. Select the mode other than flash off. P.56 The subject is illuminated. If you want the flash to fire on a brightly illuminated subject, set the flash to fill-in mode. P.56 Auto bracketing is set. The flash does not fire in the auto bracketing mode. Set another mode in the DRIVE menu. P.83 The camera is in the movie mode. The flash does not fire in the movie mode. Set a different shooting mode. P.
Troubleshooting zPlayback of recorded images Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page Pictures taken are not in focus. Auto focus is not possible. Use manual focus or focus lock to focus on the subject and then shoot. P.50, 51, 73 The camera moved when the shutter button was pressed. Hold the camera correctly and press the shutter button gently. P.31 The flash was set to the flash off mode in a lighting condition requiring use of the flash.
Troubleshooting The sequential shooting mode was used. Higher shutter speeds are used when the sequential shooting mode is selected, which may result in pictures that are darker than usual. Select o in the DRIVE menu. P.83 The center of the subject is too bright. If the center of the subject is too bright, the image as a whole emerges darker. Adjust the exposure compensation toward plus (+). P.96 The shutter speed setting is too fast in S (M) mode.
Troubleshooting The camera is connected to a TV. The monitor does not function when the video cable is connected to the camera. P.116 The picture is not erased. The picture you want to erase is protected. You cannot erase pictures with the 0 mark. Press the 0 button to cancel the protection. P.118 No picture is displayed on the TV when connected to the camera. The video output signal is incorrect. Set the video output signal according to the region where used. P.
List of menus zh mode Top menu Y/< K X CARD SETUP 10 Miscellaneous 158 Setting OFF, Y, < SHQ 2560 × 1920/HQ 2560 × 1920/ SQ1 1600 × 1200/SQ2 640 × 480 YES, NO Ref. Page P.80, 81 P.91 P.29 P.
List of menus zi/j/k/l/m/o/r/p/P mode Top menu MODE MENU Tab CAMERA Function Y/< DRIVE ISO A/S/M∗2 Q #SLOW NOISE REDUCTION∗3 DIGITAL ZOOM∗4 %∗4 PANORAMA 2 IN 1 FUNCTION PICTURE AF AREA INFO K WB CARD > SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION CARD SETUP Setting Ref. Page OFF, Y, < P.80, 81 o, j, k, P.83 BKT ∗1 AUTO, 50, 80, 160, 320 P.95 A/S/M P.68 -2.0 – +2.0 P.63 IN +Q, Q P.64 #SLOW1, P.62 HSLOW, #SLOW2 OFF, ON P.104 OFF, ON P.55 OFF, ON P.79 P.86 P.88 OFF, BLACK & P.90 WHITE, SEPIA P.72 OFF, ON P.
List of menus zi/j/k/l/m/o/r/p/P mode (cont.) Top menu MODE MENU Tab SETUP Function ALL RESET∗5 W PW ON/OFF SETUP REC VIEW 8 SLEEP MY MODE SETUP FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING s X m/ft VIDEO OUT SHORT CUT CUSTOM BUTTON (Y/<) (K) (WB) ∗1 Not available in M mode. ∗2 Only available in p modes. ∗3 This is always enabled in m mode. ∗4 Not available in o mode. 10 ∗5 Not available in r mode. Miscellaneous 160 Setting Ref. Page OFF, ON P.121 ENGLISH, P.27 FRANCAIS, DEUTSCH, ESPAÑOL OFF, ON P.139 OFF, ON P.
List of menus zn mode Top menu MODE MENU Tab CAMERA PICTURE CARD SETUP Function Y/< ISO % > SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION CARD SETUP ALL RESET W PW ON/OFF SETUP 8 FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING s X VIDEO OUT DIGITAL ZOOM K WB Setting Ref. Page OFF, Y, < P.80, 81 AUTO, 50, 80, 160, 320 P.95 OFF, ON P.79 BLUE7 – RED7 P.100 -2 – +2 P.101 -2 – +2 P.102 -2 – +2 P.103 YES, NO P.132 OFF, ON P.121 ENGLISH, P.27 FRANCAIS, DEUTSCH, ESPAÑOL OFF, ON P.139 OFF, ON P.138 RESET, AUTO P.140 P.141 P.135 P.29 NTSC, PAL P.
List of menus zq mode (still pictures) Top menu MODE MENU Tab EDIT Function Q CARD CARD SETUP SETUP ALL RESET W PW ON/OFF SETUP 8 s X VIDEO OUT G m INFO < 10 Miscellaneous 162 Setting Ref. Page 640 × 480, 320 × 240, CANCEL ALL ERASE, P.120, FORMAT 132 OFF, ON P.121 ENGLISH, P.27 FRANCAIS, DEUTSCH, ESPAÑOL OFF, ON P.139 OFF, ON P.138 P.135 P.29 NTSC, PAL P.143 4, 9, 16 P.110 P.111 P.134 U, < P.
List of menus zq mode (movies) Top menu MODE MENU MOVIE PLAY Tab CARD Function CARD SETUP SETUP ALL RESET W PW ON/OFF SETUP 8 s X VIDEO OUT G MOVIE PLAYBACK INDEX INFO Setting ALL ERASE, FORMAT OFF, ON ENGLISH, FRANCAIS, DEUTSCH, ESPAÑOL OFF, ON OFF, ON NTSC, PAL 4, 9, 16 PLAYBACK, FRAME BY FRAME, EXIT OK, CANCEL Ref. Page P.120, 132 P.121 P.27 P.139 P.138 P.135 P.29 P.143 P.110 P.112 P.114 P.
List of factory default settings The functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. zShooting mode 10 Miscellaneous F No F2.8 SHUTTER 1/1000 ZOOM WIDE LCD ON F 0.0 FLASH AUTO (S, M, m: #SLOW1, n: $) ( OFF AF/MF AF Y/< OFF DRIVE o BKT ±1.0 EV, 3 ISO AUTO (A, S, M: 50) p A w 0.
List of factory default settings WB AUTO > No compensation SHARPNESS ±0 CONTRAST ±0 SATURATION ±0 REC VIEW ON SLEEP 3 MIN FILE NAME RESET m/ft m SHORT CUT A: Y/<, B: K C: WB CUSTOM BUTTON AE LOCK 10 Miscellaneous 165
List of factory default settings zPlayback mode INFO OFF 0 OFF y 0° < OFF G 9 zOthers ALL RESET ON W ENGLISH PW ON/OFF SETUP ON s NORMAL X VIDEO OUT Y-M-D 2003.01.01 00:00 ∗ 8 ON ∗ Settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold.
Modes and Shooting Functions In r mode, available functions vary depending on the modes set in the MY MODE SETUP menu.
Modes and Shooting Functions Mode h p ijk lmo A M P — 9 n — BKT — PANORAMA — 9 — 2 IN 1 — 9 — BLACK&WHITE — 9 — SEPIA — 9 — 9 — 9 ISO — F — WB — 9 > — 9 SHARPNESS — 9 CONTRAST — 9 SATURATION — NOISE REDUCTION — INFO — 9 — 9 9 9 —∗2 9 9 ALL RESET — 9∗3 W — 9 PW ON/OFF SETUP — 9 REC VIEW — 9 SLEEP — 9 MY MODE SETUP — 9 Miscellaneous 168 — 9 K 10 S j, k FUNCTION Function — — — —
Modes and Shooting Functions Mode h Function ijk lmo p A FILE NAME — 9 PIXEL MAPPING — 9 s — 9 X S M P n 9 m/ft — 9 VIDEO OUT — 9 SHORT CUT — 9 — CUSTOM BUTTON — 9 — 8 — 9 9 : Available — — : Not available ∗1 Cannot be selected in o mode. ∗2 Always enabled in m mode. ∗3 Cannot be selected in r mode.
Camera maintenance zAfter use Turn off the power and fit the lens cap on the lens. If you are not going to use the camera for a long time, remove the battery. zCleaning the camera 1 Turn off the camera. gP.24 2 Remove the battery. gP.21 (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: → Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well.
Camera maintenance (How to replace the battery (CR2025) of the remote control device 1 Turn the screw on the bottom of the remote control device counterclockwise to loosen. 2 Turn the remote control device over, and remove the cover. With the battery (CR2025) facing up, remove the old battery and insert a new battery as shown. 3 Replace the cover, turn the remote control device over, and turn the screw on the bottom clockwise to tighten.
Specifications Product type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) Recording system Still picture : Digital recording, TIFF (non-compression), JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), Exif 2.
Specifications Viewfinder : Optical real image viewfinder Monitor : 1.
Glossary of terms 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 automatically sets the exposure.
Glossary of terms 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. Eclipsing (Vignetting) This refers to when an object obscures part of the field of view so that the whole subject is not photographed.
Glossary of terms JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) A compression format for color still images. Photographs (images) shot using this camera are recorded onto the card in JPEG format when the Record mode is set to SHQ, HQ, SQ1 or SQ2. By downloading these images to a personal computer, users can edit them using graphics application software or view the images using an Internet web browser. M (Manual) Mode The user sets both the aperture and shutter speed.
Glossary of terms TTL (Through-The taking-Lens) System To help adjust exposure, a light receptor built into the camera directly measures the light passing through the lens. TTL-AUTO For use with an external flash. Light emitted by the flash is measured by the light receptor in the camera as it passes through the lens. A signal is then sent to adjust the external flash intensity.
Index A C A/S/M mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 68 AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 AE lock B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 AE memory C . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 AEL/custom button x . . . . . . . . 76, 123 AF AREA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 AF sequential shooting k . . . . . . 83 AF target mark. . . . . . . . . 45, 47, 72 ALL RESET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 All-frame erase R . . . . . . . . . . 120 All-frame reservation . . . . . . . . .
Index Fluorescent lamp >. . . . . . . . . . 98 Focus lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 FORMAT I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 1st curtain with red-eye reduction HSLOW . . . . . . . . . 61 1st curtain #SLOW . . . . . . . . . . 60 Full-auto shooting h . . . . . . . 41 Fully pressed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 G Green lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 H Halfway pressed . . . . . . . . . . . . . HIGH (High quality) . . . . . . . . . .
Index Pixels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Playback mode q . . . . . . . 40, 105 Portrait shooting i . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Preset white balance PRESET . . 98 Print reservation < . . . . . . . . . . 144 Program shooting P . . . . . . . . . . 43 Protect button 0. . . . . . . . . . . 118 PW ON/OFF SETUP . . . . . . . . . 139 Q QUICK VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 R 2nd curtain #SLOW2 . . . . . . . . . 61 REC VIEW. . . . . . . . . . . .
Index W White balance adjustment > . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 White balance WB. . . . . . . . . . . . 97 X xD-Picture Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 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. Camera with a lens barrier The power turns on automatically, with the exception of some models which require you to press the (monitor) button. When the camera is turned on, the lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights up. Lamp Lens barrier (monitor) button Windows Camera with a mode Set the mode dial to . (If the camera has a power switch as well as a mode dial, turn the power switch to ON.
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 Window 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 2 3 20 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Some camera models have either a lamp on the right of the viewfinder or a card access lamp, and the location varies 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 card access lamp is not blinking. Lamp The green lamp lights on some models. If the lamp is no flashing, then the cable can be removed. 5 Remove the USB cable from your computer. Windows 6 Remove the USB cable from the camera. Windows Me/2000/XP 1 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.
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. Camera with a lens barrier The power turns on automatically, with the exception of some models which require you to press the (monitor) button. When the camera is turned on, the green lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights up. Lamp Lens barrier (monitor) button Camera with a mode Set the mode dial to . (If the camera has a power switch as well as a mode dial, turn the power switch to ON.
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 • When file number 9999 is reached, a new folder is created and assigned the next number.
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 5 Lamp Card access lamp Drag the “untitled” icon on the desktop to “Trash”. Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. The green lamp lights on some models. If the lamp is no flashing, then the cable can be removed. 4 30 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Remove the USB cable from the camera.
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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