Olympus C-2020 Zoom Operating Instructions

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PREPARATIONS BASIC FUNCTIONS MOVIE FUNCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL CAMERA

PRINTING PICTURES USING A PERSONAL

COMPUTER CAMERA SETTINGS MISCELLANEOUS

C-2020ZOOM

n Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct

use.

n We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your

camera before taking important photographs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN, ANY LIQUID OR MOISTURE.

Thank you for purchasing the Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to obtain optimum performance and a longer service life from the unit. Be sure to retain this manual for future reference.

1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be

5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do

6. Attachments — Attachments not recommended by the product

followed.

not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

manufacturer may be hazardous and/or cause damage to the product. Do not use these attachments.

7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water — for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or rain.

8. Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, table, or cart. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a tripod, stand, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

10 Grounding or Polarization — This product,when used with an optional AC

adapter, may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

11. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

12. Lightning — For added protection for this product when used with an optional AC adapter during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

13. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

14. Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

15. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

16. Damage Requiring Service — If using the optional AC adapter, unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. b) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. c) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. d) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. e) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this

indicates a need for service.

17. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

18. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

19. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Radio and Television Interference

Change or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the distance between the camera and receiver.

•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected. Only the included RS-232C serial cable should be used to connect the camera to a personal computer (PC).

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: C-2020ZOOM Trade Name: OLYMPUS Responsible party: Olympus America Inc. Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157

Telephone number: 516-844-5000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

WARNING

• Keep the batteries away from children.

• If a battery is swallowed, see a doctor immediately.

• Dispose of used lithium batteries promptly, in a safe manner that complies with all applicable laws.

• The lithium battery may present the risk of fire or chemical burn if mishandled.

• Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or dispose of in a fire.

• Before use, wipe the battery clean with a dry soft cloth to assure good contact.

• Never use metallic tweezers to hold the battery, and never short circuit the (+) and (–) sides of the battery.

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U.S.A.

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is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

Legal and other notices

•All contents of this publication are subject to change without notice.

•Although the contents of this publication have been carefully checked to avoid errors, some may still occur. If you are in doubt about any points or find mistakes or omissions, please contact us.

•No part of this publication may be reproduced or reprinted except for personal use without the prior permission of Olympus.

•Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefit expected by using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inappropriate use of this unit.

•Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing the picture data.

•Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

FOR SAFE USE

Warning: Ignoring this Warning mark and operating this product

Caution: Ignoring this Caution mark and operating this product

incorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.

incorrectly may lead to injury.

WARNING

1. NEVER TRY TO USE THE FLASH WHEN TAKING PICTURES OF

PEOPLE (ESPECIALLY INFANTS) AT CLOSE RANGE. THE CAMERA’S FLASH MAY DAMAGE THE SUBJECT’S EYES AT CLOSE RANGE. DO NOT TAKE PICTURES OF CHILDREN FROM A DISTANCE OF LESS THAN THREE FEET.

2. DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA DIRECTLY AT THE SUN OR OTHER

EXTREMELY BRIGHT OBJECTS. THIS MAY DAMAGE YOUR EYES.

3. DO NOT USE THIS CAMERA IN THE VICINITY OF FLAMMABLE OR

EXPLOSIVE GAS.

4. DO NOT LEAVE THIS CAMERA WITHIN THE REACH OF INFANTS OR

CHILDREN.

• THE CHILD MIGHT PUT THE STRAP AROUND HIS OR HER NECK. THIS COULD CAUSE STRANGULATION OR CHOKING.

• THE CHILD MIGHT SWALLOW BATTERIES OR SMALL ATTACHMENTS. IF THIS HAPPENS, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

• THE CHILD MIGHT ACTIVATE THE FLASH FROM TOO CLOSE AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO HIS OR HER EYES.

• THE CHILD MIGHT DAMAGE THE CAMERA.

5. BATTERY FLUID MAY LEAK, GENERATING HEAT AND POSSIBLY CAUSING A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

• DO NOT USE NON-RECOMMENDED BATTERIES.

• DO NOT THROW BATTERIES INTO A FIRE, OR EXPOSE TO HEAT.

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT WITH BATTERIES INSIDE.

• DO NOT USE NEW BATTERIES AND OLD BATTERIES TOGETHER.

DO NOT MIX DIFFERENT TYPES OF BATTERIES OR DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS’ BATTERIES.

• DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE AND LITHIUM BATTERIES.

• KEEP UNLOADED BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF INFANTS

AND CHILDREN. IF AN INFANT OR CHILD SWALLOWS THE BATTERIES, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

• DO NOT LOAD THE BATTERIES IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION TO

THAT SHOWN IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

• NEVER USE ANY BATTERY WHOSE BODY IS NOT COVERED BY

THE INSULATING SHEET.

6. DO NOT STORE THE CAMERA IN HUMID OR DUSTY PLACES. THIS MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.

7. DO NOT COVER THE FLASH WITH YOUR HAND DURING OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH THE FLASH AFTER FIRING IT CONTINUOUSLY. YOU MAY GET BURNED.

8. IF YOU DROP THE CAMERA IN WATER OR GET WATER INSIDE IT, UNLOAD THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT YOUR NEAREST OLYMPUS SERVICE CENTER. LEAVING BATTERIES IN A WET CAMERA MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.

CAUTION

1. IF YOU NOTICE AN UNUSUAL SMELL, NOISE, OR SMOKE EMITTING FROM THIS CAMERA, UNLOAD THE BATTERIES CAREFULLY TO AVOID BEING BURNED. CONTACT YOUR NEAREST OLYMPUS SERVICE CENTER IMMEDIATELY.

2. NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THIS CAMERA. IT CONTAINS HIGH-VOLTAGE CIRCUITRY THAT MAY CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY.

3. UNLOAD THE BATTERIES WHEN NOT USING THE CAMERA FOR LONG PERIODS. BATTERY HEAT GENERATION OR FLUID LEAK MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR INJURY.

4. DO NOT USE THE CAMERA IF THE BATTERY FLUID HAS LEAKED. LEAKED BATTERY FLUID MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. CONTACT YOUR NEAREST OLYMPUS DEALER OR OLYMPUS SERVICE CENTER.

5. DO NOT OPERATE THE CAMERA WITH WET HANDS AS YOU MAY GET AN ELECTRIC SHOCK.

6. DO NOT STORE THE CAMERA IN ANY PLACE EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT. THIS MAY WEAKEN THE PARTS OR CAUSE A FIRE.

CARE AND STORAGE

HANDLING

n Do not use or store the camera in places exposed to direct sunlight (e.g. a

beach in summer), excessive heat, humidity, extreme variations of temperature and humidity, sand or dust, excessive moisture, or vibrations (e.g. in a car).

n Do not use or store the camera near a heater, cooler, or humidifier, or near

a fire, magnetic fields, or volatile materials.

n Do not shake the camera or subject it to shocks. n Do not leave the camera with its lens pointing towards direct sunlight. This

will damage the lens.

n Do not leave the camera unused for a long period of time. This may cause

battery leakage and can lead to problems including the growth of mold in the camera. Before using, press the Shutter release button to check operation.

n Do not turn the camera when it is mounted on a tripod. Turn the tripod head

instead.

n Do not touch any of the camera’s internal parts. n Do not use the flash for extended periods as this can cause the flash to

become excessively hot. Do not touch the flash when it is hot.

n Do not improperly open or modify the camera, as it may result in a shock or

injury.

BATTERY HANDLING

n This camera uses four AA NiMH batteries, AA alkaline batteries, AA

lithium batteries or AA NiCd batteries.

n Performance will be limited with alkaline batteries, especially in low

temperatures. NiMH batteries are recommended.

n AA manganese batteries or a CR-V3 lithium battery pack cannot be

used.

n Use the batteries correctly. Incorrect use can cause fluid leakage, heat

generation, or other damage. When replacing batteries, be sure to load them correctly.

n The batteries may be temporarily disabled when exposed to cold

temperatures. Try to keep the camera and batteries warm when using the camera in a cold environment. Batteries that are weak in cold temperatures will be restored under normal temperatures.

n Sweat, oil, etc. can prevent a battery’s terminals from making

electrical contact. To avoid this, wipe both terminals before loading the battery.

n Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long trip. New

batteries may be difficult or impossible to obtain abroad.

n When using NiMH batteries or NiCd batteries, make sure to charge

them fully with the correct battery charger.

n Read instructions carefully before handling NiMH batteries or NiCd

batteries.

n NEVER use any battery whose body is not covered by the insulating

sheet, as it may cause a fire or injury.

Important

• “Note” indicates information you should be aware of.

• Actual product may differ slightly from that shown in illustrations.

CONTENTS

Important safety instructlons.......................................................2

For safe use............................................................................6

Care and storage....................................................................8

Battery handling......................................................................9

Main features............................................................................15

PREPARATION......................................................17

Checking the contents..............................................................18

Names of parts.........................................................................20

Attaching the strap....................................................................23

Loading the batteries................................................................24

Using the AC adapter (optional)...............................................26

Inserting SmartMedia ...............................................................28

Adjusting the date and time......................................................30

Learning the basics ..................................................................32

Holding the camera...............................................................32

Adjusting the diopter.............................................................33

Proper shutter release..........................................................33

Basic operating procedure....................................................34

How to use the Mode dial.....................................................35

Checking the card.................................................................36

Checking the batteries..........................................................37

Checking the number of storable pictures............................38

How to use the Menu............................................................39

BASIC FUNCTIONS..............................................41

[Record Mode]

Taking pictures..........................................................................42

Taking pictures using the optical viewfinder..........................42

Taking pictures using the LCD monitor.................................44

Quick view ............................................................................46

Focus lock ................................................................................47

Autofocus..................................................................................48

Working range..........................................................................50

Aperture priority mode..............................................................51

Shutter priority mode................................................................52

Manual mode............................................................................54

Zoom ........................................................................................55

Exposure compensation...........................................................56

Using the flash..........................................................................57

Spot metering mode.................................................................61

Macro mode..............................................................................62

Macro + Spot metering mode...................................................63

Manual focus............................................................................64

Still picture record menu...........................................................66

Sequence mode .......................................................................67

Selftimer/Remote control..........................................................69

Auto bracket .............................................................................73

Extension flash.........................................................................75

Slow shutter synchronization flash mode.................................77

Digital tele mode.......................................................................79

White balance...........................................................................80

ISO ...........................................................................................82

Picture effects...........................................................................84

Panorama mode.......................................................................85

Card setup (card format) ..........................................................87

Selecting the recording mode...................................................89

A/S/M mode..............................................................................91

[Display Mode]

Displaying recorded pictures....................................................92

Picture data ..............................................................................94

Index-display mode ..................................................................95

Close-up display mode (3x inspection).....................................96

Protection .................................................................................97

One-frame erase ......................................................................98

Still picture display menu..........................................................99

Slide-show mode....................................................................100

Card setup..............................................................................101

All-frame erase ...................................................................101

Card format.........................................................................102

Connecting to a television ......................................................104

MOVIE FUNCTIONS............................................105

[Record Mode]

Recording movies...................................................................106

Recording movies using the optical viewfinder...................106

Recording movies using the LCD monitor..........................108

Quick view...........................................................................110

Focus lock...............................................................................111

Working range ........................................................................112

Zoom.......................................................................................113

Exposure compensation.........................................................114

Manual focus ..........................................................................115

Movie picture record menu.....................................................117

Selftimer/Remote control........................................................118

White balance.........................................................................122

ISO .........................................................................................124

Picture effects.........................................................................126

Card setup (card format) ........................................................127

Selecting the recording mode.................................................129

[Display Mode]

Movie picture display menu....................................................131

Playing movies .......................................................................132

Card setup..............................................................................134

All-frame erase ...................................................................134

Card format.........................................................................136

PRINTING PICTURES.........................................139

Printing pictures......................................................................140

Card print................................................................................141

Print-reserve (card).............................................................141

Still picture display menu (card-print) .................................142

Print-all (card).....................................................................143

Date-print (card)..................................................................144

Index-print (card) ................................................................145

Direct-print..............................................................................146

Printing with the P-300 .......................................................146

Index print (P-300)..............................................................148

Close-up print (P-300) ........................................................149

Random print (P-300).........................................................150

Direct print menu ................................................................152

All print (P-300)...................................................................153

Cut print (P-300).................................................................154

Mirror print (P-300) .............................................................155

Date print (P-300)...............................................................156

USING A PERSONAL COMPUTER....................157

Computer system requirements .............................................158

Installing provided software....................................................159

Connecting to a personal computer........................................160

Using a personal computer.....................................................161

Transferring data from SmartMedia........................................162

PC Card Adapter ................................................................162

FlashPath Floppydisk Adapter............................................162

Using CAMEDIA Master.........................................................163

Processing images using CAMEDIA Master ..........................165

CAMERA SETTINGS...........................................171

All reset...................................................................................172

Sharpness ..............................................................................174

SHQ setup..............................................................................175

SQ setup.................................................................................176

Beep sound ............................................................................177

Rec view.................................................................................178

File number.............................................................................180

LCD brightness.......................................................................183

Meters/Feet selection.............................................................185

Index-display adjustment........................................................186

MISCELLANEOUS..............................................187

Questions and answers..........................................................188

Troubleshooting......................................................................190

System chart...........................................................................194

Error codes.............................................................................195

Optional items.........................................................................196

Notes on display and backlight...............................................196

Compatibility of the picture data.............................................197

Specifications .........................................................................198

MAIN FEATURES

This camera’s 2,110,000-pixel CCD and Olympus high-

resolution optical lens deliver the highest picture quality in its class.

Various exposure modes make advanced shooting

possible. The Olympus high-resolution 3X optical zoom lens plus

the Digital tele mode make possible photographs equivalent to 7.5X zoom.

Movie function incorporated that lets you record up to

approx. 60 seconds in the SQ mode and approx. 15 seconds in the HQ mode.

In addition to an optical viewfinder, a 1.8" (4.5 cm) wide-

angle TFT LCD monitor is provided for more flexibility when composing shots and viewing images (can be enlarged 3 times).

Easy operation with Mode dial and Menu screen.

A removable SmartMedia (SSFDC) memory card (with

Panorama function) is provided. With the provided Video output connector (NTSC),

pictures can be viewed on a TV.* Direct printing available via an optional Olympus printer,

allowing you to print out images whenever you need them in any quantity.

* Not available with the PAL system.

PREPARATION

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

CHECKING THE CONTENTS

Camera Strap

Lens cap Video cable

RS-232C PC serial Conversion connector cable for Macintosh

Remote control Software CD’s

Warranty card/ Instructions/Remote Registration card control instructions

Battery charger AA NiMH batteries

Power plug Instructions

SmartMedia Static-free case (SSFDC-8MB)

(4 pieces)

Index labels (2 pieces) Write-protect adhesive

seals (4 pieces)

Instructions

NAMES OF PARTS

CAMERA

Control panel (P. 22)

Zoom lever

(P. 55/113)

Strap hole

(P. 23)

Flash (P. 57)

Card compartment cover (P. 28)

Lens

Flash synchronization socket (P. 75)

AC adapter connector (P. 26)

Video output connector (NTSC) (P. 104)

Computer connector (RS-232C) (P. 146/161)

Selftimer/Remote control signal (P. 69/118)

Remote control window (P. 72/121)

Diopter adjustment dial (P. 33)

Connector cover

Flash button (P. 57) / Erase button (P. 98)

Spot/Macro button (P. 61) / Info button (P. 94)

Viewfinder (P. 21)

Jog dial (P. 39)

Mode dial (P. 35)

Shutter release button (P. 33)

Zoom lever (P. 55/113)

OK button (P. 40)

LCD monitor (P. 22)

Menu button (P. 39)

lever (bottom) (P. 24)

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY

Autofocus mark (p. 42/108) / Backlighting correction mark (p. 58)

LCD monitor ON/OFF button (P. 44/108)

Card access lamp (P. 33)

Threaded mount (bottom)Battery compartment open/close

Orange lamp (flash) (p. 57)

Green lamp (focus) (p. 42/108)

CONTROL PANEL

SLOW

ISO

SHQ

BKT

’99.12.23 21:56 32

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

Flash mode

Macro mode Slow shutter

Manual white balance

synchronization flash

Extension flash

Writing

Manual focus

Sequential shooting

Card error

Selftimer/Remote control

LCD MONITOR

(Display mode)

Protect

Random print

Battery check

Date

Recording mode

Battery check

Recording mode

Time

Movie picture

Frame number

Spot metering mode

(Record mode)

Shutter speed

Aperture

Image memory blocks

Exposure compensation

Number of storable pictures

Exposure compensation

Number of storable pictures

ISO

Auto bracket

ATTACHING THE STRAP

Attach the strap to the strap hole on the camera.

Caution:

• Attach the strap correctly as shown so that the camera does not fall off. If the strap is attached incorrectly and the camera comes loose and falls off, Olympus is not responsible for any damage.

LOADING THE BATTERIES

A/S/M

OFF

This camera uses four AA nickel metal–hydride batteries, AA alkaline batteries, AA lithium batteries or AA NiCd batteries. Performance will be limited with alkaline batteries, especially in low temperatures. NiMH batteries are recommended. Do not use manganese batteries; they may overheat and destroy the camera.

Make sure that the camera power is off.

Set the battery compartment open/close lever to to open

the cover.

Insert the new batteries correctly as shown and close the battery compartment cover tightly.

• Do not press the edge of the battery compartment cover.

Press the mark and set the lever to . The lever will not move unless the cover is closed.

Note:

• Make sure that the power is off before loading the batteries.

• Do not touch the inside of the battery compartment.

• If the camera is left without batteries for approx. one hour, all the settings will reset to the default.

• Read “BATTERY HANDLING” on page 9.

These batteries cannot be used.

Batteries whose body is not covered by the insulating sheet at all.

Batteries whose terminal is flat and a part of the terminal is covered by the insulating sheet.

Batteries whose terminal is raised but not covered by the insulating sheet.

Batteries whose terminal is flat and not covered by the insulating sheet.

USING THE AC ADAPTER (Optional)

A/S/M

OFF

An optional Olympus AC adapter allows you to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet

Make sure that the camera power is off.

AC wall outlet

Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet.

Open the Connector cover and plug the AC adapter into the AC adapter connector on the camera.

AC adapter

AC adapter connector

To disconnect, turn off the power, and unplug the AC adapter first from the camera then from the outlet.

Note:

• When in use for long periods, the AC adapter may get warm. This is normal.

Warning:

Incorrect use may cause a fire or electric shock.

• Be sure to use an Olympus AC adapter. Olympus is not responsible for any damage caused by the use of other kinds of AC adapters.

• Use an AC120V power source.

• NEVER connect or disconnect the AC adapter with wet hands.

• If the cord of the AC adapter is hot, smells like smoke or is emitting smoke, unplug it immediately and contact your nearest authorized Olympus service center.

• Make sure that the camera power is off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Make sure the AC adapter is properly plugged into the outlet.

• When disconnecting, hold the body, not the cord, of the AC adapter. Never pull, bend, twist or modify the cord.

• If there is any damage on the cord or if there is a contact failure, stop using it and contact your nearest authorized Olympus service center.

• Keep the AC adapter disconnected when the camera is not in use.

INSERTING SmartMedia

A/S/M

OFF

Insert the SmartMedia card in the direction shown.

Insert SmartMedia.

Push the card to eject it.

Make sure that the camera power is off.

Open the Card compartment cover.

Insert the SmartMedia card correctly as shown.

Close the cover tightly.

To eject the card, turn off the power, open the Card compartment cover and push the card.

Note:

Use 3V (3.3V) cards only. 5V cards cannot be used.

•

• Olympus brand cards are recommended (already formatted). NonOlympus brand cards must be formatted by the camera.

• When using a special function SmartMedia card (optional), insert it in the same way.

Caution:

•

NEVER open the card cover, eject the card, remove the batteries, or pull the plug while the camera is in operation. It may destroy the data in the card.

•

The card is a precision instrument. Handle it carefully and do not subject it to physical shocks.

•

Do not touch the contact area of the card.

ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME

A/S/M

OFF

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

[

2/3

]

CARD

SETUP MODE

SETUP

FUNCTION

SETUP

ISO

[

2/2

]

m/ft

REC VIEW

FILE NAME

SETUP

You can adjust the date and time.

Set the Mode dial to P, A/S/M,

76543 1

LCD monitor

(Still Picture Record Menu)

853

or .

• Set it to other than when no images are stored in the card.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

• See page 39 for how to use the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select MODE SETUP,then press the right arrow to select SETUP and press the OK button.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select .

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to select SETUP, then press the OK button.

Select the date order using the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial. Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to adjust the first setting (year/month/day).

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to adjust the first setting, then press the right arrow on the Jog dial to adjust the second setting. Repeat until the minute is adjusted. Press the OK button.

• For accurate setting, press the OK button when the clock hits 00 seconds.

• ’00 will appear for the year

2000.

Press the OK button to save the setting. Press again to cancel the Menu.

Caution:

• The adjusted date will be canceled when the camera is left without batteries for approx. one hour (based on our tests). In such a case, adjust the date again.

Note:

• We recommend that you check the date and time before taking important pictures.

• When the Mode dial is set to , the card must contain images in order to display the Menu.

• The setting will remain until it is readjusted.

• The clock will continue to operate correctly after the year 2000.

LEARNING THE BASICS

HOLDING THE CAMERA

Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving.

Proper

Improper

Note:

• Do not subject the lens to physical shocks.

• Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash.

Proper

ADJUSTING THE DIOPTER

Diopter adjustment dial

Viewfinder

Autofocus mark

• Turn the Diopter adjustment dial to see the Autofocus mark clearly.

PROPER SHUTTER RELESE

Press the Shutter release button halfway to lock the focus and exposure.

Press the Shutter release button fully to release the shutter and take the picture.

Note:

• Press the Shutter release button gently using the ball of your finger.

• Avoid moving the camera when pressing the Shutter release button to prevent blurry pictures.

• The Green lamp next to the viewfinder lights.

• If the Green lamp blinks, the focus or exposure is not locked. Check the working distance. (p. 50)

• The camera emits a beep sound when the shutter is released.

• The Card access lamp blinks while the picture is being recorded.

BASIC OPERATING PROCEDURE

A/S/M

OFF

A/S/M

OFF

Remove the lens cap.

Note:

• Do not turn on the power without removing the lens cap first.

• NEVER open the card cover, eject the card, remove the batteries, or pull the plug while the camera is in operation. It may destroy the data in the card.

• If you do not operate the camera for three minutes, the camera will be set to the stand-by mode. After four hours in the stand-by mode, the power turns off automatically. (Time varies depending on the type of batteries used.)

• The recorded images will remain in the card even after the power is turned off or the batteries are replaced.

Set the Mode dial to P, A/S/M,

or to turn on the

power.

• A/S/M, P and set the camera to the Record mode. The lens will come out and the remaining battery power as well as the number of storable pictures will be displayed on the control panel.

• sets the camera to the Display mode. The LCD monitor will be turned on.

After use, set the Mode dial to OFF to turn off the power.

• The lens will retract and the display on the LCD monitor and the control panel will disappear.

HOW TO USE THE MODE DIAL

A/S/M

OFF

You can easily turn the camera on or off or change the mode using the Mode dial.

Aperture priority Shutter priority Manual

Movie picture recording

Program

Power off

Display

P or A/S/M (Still picture recording) (p. 42 ~ 91)

With P, the camera selects the optimal aperture and the shutter speed automatically. With A/S/M, you can set the aperture or the shutter speed or both for yourself. (p. 51/52/54)

(Movie picture recording)

You can shoot movies of up to approx. 60 seconds in length in the SQ mode. (p. 106 ~ 129)

OFF (Power off)

(Display)

You can observe the pictures you have taken.

CHECKING THE CARD

SLOWSLOW

ISOISO

SQSQ

SHQSHQ

MFMF

BKTBKT

SLOWSLOW

ISOISO

SQSQ

SHQSHQ

MFMF

BKTBKT

YES

When the power is turned on in the Record mode, the camera checks the SmartMedia card.

Control panel

Viewfinder

LCD monitor

Card error

When there is no SmartMedia card in the camera / the card is protected:

The Card error indicator on the

Green lamp

control panel and the Green lamp blink.

When the card needs to be formatted:

The Card error indicator on the control panel lights, and the camera enters the Card format mode. (p.

102)

CHECKING THE BATTERIES

When the power is turned on in the Record mode, the remaining battery power will be displayed on the control panel.

lights and turns off automatically.

Batteries are OK. You can shoot.

blinks and other indicators on the control panel are displayed

normally.

Battery power is low and batteries should be replaced.

blinks and other indicators on the control panel go out.

Batteries are dead and should be replaced immediately.

Note:

• When taking pictures on a special occasion, on a trip, or in cold temperatures, keep spare batteries handy.

• When the camera is being operated on batteries that are running low, the camera may emit several short beeps and blink the number of storable pictures on the control panel after you take a shot or when you turn on the power. If this happens, the picture you have just taken will not turn out properly. Replace the batteries and take the picture again.

CHECKING THE NUMBER OF STORABLE

PICTURES

When the power is turned on in the Still Picture Record mode, the number of storable pictures will appear on the control panel. (For movie pictures, the seconds remaining will appear.)

Number or storable pictures

• The Green lamp blinks and CARD FULL appears on the LCD monitor when the number reaches 0. (p. 195)

• The number of storable pictures varies depending on the selected recording mode. See page 89 for selecting the recording mode.

Approx. Number of Storable Pictures

Recording

mode

Number of pixels

Memory capacity

2MB 21 8 9 3 4 1 0 4MB 40 16 18 6 8 2 0 8MB 82 32 38 13 16 5 1 16MB 165 66 76 26 31 11 2 32MB 331 132 153 53 64 22 5 64MB 664 265 306 107 128 45 11

640x480 1024x768 1600x1200

Normal High Normal High

File

JPEG

(highcompression)

SQ HQ SHQ

JPEG

(lowcompression)

JPEG

(highcompression)

(lowcompression)

JPEG JPEG TIFF

JPEG

(highcompression)

(lowcompression)

(noncompression)

Note:

•Because the amount of data used varies depending on the subject, more/fewer pictures than the number shown may be photographed.

•The number of storable pictures may not be reduced every time a picture is taken, or increased when a picture is erased.

HOW TO USE THE MENU

A/S/M

6543 1

OFF

To move the cursor vertically.

Jog dial

To move the cursor horizontally.

Set the Mode dial.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select the item to adjust.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to display further selections.

Press the top/bottom arrows to adjust the item.

When finished, press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the adjustment.

Press the OK button to save the adjustment and cancel the Menu.

Scroll

LCD monitor

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

DRIVE

OFF

SLOW

OFF

DIGITAL

TELE

AUTO

[

]

1/3

Scroll

Note:

• In the Record mode, you can take pictures without pressing the OK button. The adjustment will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the Menu button without pressing the OK button to cancel the adjustment and the Menu.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, some adjustments will be canceled and reset to the default when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

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BASIC FUNCTIONS

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

A/S/M

OFF

TAKING PICTURES

TAKING PICTURES USING THE OPTICAL VIEWFINDER

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Compose the picture by placing the subject within the autofocus marks in the viewfinder or using the focus lock. (p. 47)

• Turn the Diopter adjustment dial to see the Autofocus mark clearly. (p. 33)

Viewfinder

Press the Shutter release button halfway to lock the focus and exposure.

• The Green lamp next to the

Autofocus mark

Green lamp

viewfinder lights.

• If the Green lamp blinks, the focus or exposure is not locked. Check the working distance. (p. 50)

Press the Shutter release button fully to take the picture.

When the Green lamp stops blinking (after about 2 ~ 43 seconds), the camera is ready to take the next picture.

• The Shutter will not release

Caution:

NEVER open the card cover, eject the card, remove the batteries, or

• pull the plug while the Card access lamp is blinking.

Note:

• When the Orange lamp next to the viewfinder blinks, the flash is being charged. (p. 57)

• Printed images will be slightly larger compared with what you see in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

while the Green lamp is blinking.

TAKING PICTURES USING THE LCD

A/S/M

OFF

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

MONITOR

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

With P, press the LCD monitor ON/OFF button to turn on the LCD monitor.

• With A/S/M, the LCD monitor will turn on automatically.

Compose the picture using the LCD monitor.

Take the picture in the same way as you would when using the optical viewfinder. (p. 42)

• The lower image memory block will light and the camera will start storing the image in the card.

• Unless the card is full, the next picture can be taken even while the image is being stored, until all of the blocks light.

• When more than two images are recorded, the center block will light.

• When the buffer memory is full, the upper block will light and no other operation can be performed until the upper block goes off.

LCD monitor

Image memory blocks

Number of storable pictures

Shutter

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

Note:

• Do not push the LCD monitor forcibly.

• Pictures that appear on the LCD monitor are for composition purposes only.

• It is recommended to use the optical viewfinder for less camera movement and battery consumption.

• It will take longer to record when the LCD monitor is used.

• When the subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction; it will be less noticeable in Display mode.

• A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the LCD monitor, but this is not a malfunction.

• When a picture is taken in a lighted area, such as in sunlight, vertical lines may appear on the LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction.

• Printed images will be slightly larger compared with what you see in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

When the recorded image is no longer displayed, the camera is ready to take the next picture.

• The recorded image will not be displayed if the Rec view is off. (p. 178)

• To turn off the LCD monitor, press the LCD monitor ON/OFF button again.

QUICK VIEW

A/S/M

OFF

You can immediately shift from the Record mode to the Display mode, and check the picture you have just taken.

When the Mode dial is set to P or A/S/M, quickly press the LCD monitor ON/OFF button twice.

• The LCD monitor will display the last picture taken.

To return to the Record mode, press the LCD monitor

ON/OFF button or the Shutter release button.

FOCUS LOCK

If your main subject is not within the autofocus marks, follow the procedure below to obtain focus. This is called focus lock.

Viewfinder

Autofocus mark

Position your subject within the autofocus marks, and press the Shutter release button halfway.

• The Green lamp next to the viewfinder lights.

Recompose the picture while keeping the Shutter release button pressed halfway.

Press the Shutter release button fully to take the picture.

Note:

• If the Green lamp blinks, the focus or exposure is not locked. Check the working distance. (p. 50)

AUTOFOCUS

There are certain conditions where the autofocus may not work properly even when the Green lamp lights when the Shutter release button is pressed halfway. When this happens, try the procedure below or use Manual focus. (p. 64)

1 Subjects with low contrast

Lock the focus on an object that is at the same distance from the camera as the subject, then aim at the subject to take the picture. (p. 47)

2 Subjects with no vertical lines

Lock the focus on the subject by holding the camera vertically, then change it to the horizontal position to take the picture. (p. 47)

3 Subjects in excessively bright light

Lock the focus on an object that is at the same distance from the camera as the subject, then aim at the subject to take the picture. (p. 47)

Subjects at different distances

Lock the focus on an object that is at the same distance from the camera as the subject, then aim at the subject to take the picture. (p. 47)

5 Fast-moving subjects at close distances

Lock the focus on an object that is at the same distance from the camera as the subject, then aim at the subject to take the picture. (p. 47)

WORKING RANGE

The viewfinder’s picture frame shows the area that can be shot for subjects at ∞. However, the picture area will move lower in the viewfinder as you get closer to the subject, especially with Telephoto shooting.

Viewfinder

Picture frame

Image area of picture at close distance

Take pictures at a distance between 8" ~ .

• Subjects closer than 8" may turn out to be out of focus and incorrectly exposed.

• Using the LCD monitor as a viewfinder makes it easy to take close-up pictures.

• Power consumption increases when the LCD monitor is used.

Working range

Macro mode (p.62) 8" ~ 31" Standard mode 31" ~

∞

APERTURE PRIORITY MODE

A/S/M

OFF

F2.0 ––––– +2.0

You can set the aperture manually for the Aperture priority mode. It is especially useful for taking portrait pictures with blurred backgrounds.

Set the Mode dial to A/S/M.

Aperture

Note:

• When the flash mode is set to other than OFF, the shutter speed will not be slower than 1/30 sec.

• When the right exposure cannot be attained, the aperture display will blink and (overexposure) or (underexposure) will appear on the LCD monitor.

• Aperture setting is valid only when the Aperture priority mode is selected.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• The LCD monitor turns on automatically, and the aperture setting will be displayed.

Select the Aperture priority mode. (p. 91)

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select the aperture.

SHUTTER PRIORITY MODE

A/S/M

OFF

––– 1/800 +2.0

You can set the shutter speed manually for the Shutter priority mode. Set it to a fast speed to capture a moving object. Set it to a slow speed to express motion.

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Shutter speed

Set the Mode dial to A/S/M.

• The LCD monitor turns on automatically, and the shutter speed setting will be displayed.

Select the Shutter priority mode. (p. 91)

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select the shutter speed.

• Available settings vary depending on the selected ISO sensitivity.

Available Shutter Speed Settings

ISO

AUTO 100 200 400

1 ~ 1/800 4 ~ 1/800 2 ~ 1/800 1 ~ 1/800

(unit: seconds)

Note:

• When the right exposure cannot be attained, the shutter speed display will blink and (overexposure) or (underexposure) will appear on the LCD monitor.

• Shutter speed setting is valid only when the Shutter priority mode is selected.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

MANUAL MODE

A/S/M

OFF

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

You can set the aperture and shutter speed manually in the Manual mode. It is especially useful for taking portrait pictures with blurred backgrounds or expressing motion.

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Shutter speed

Aperture

Set the Mode dial to A/S/M.

• The LCD monitor turns on automatically, and the aperture and shutter speed settings are displayed.

Select the Manual mode. (p. 91)

Press the right/left arrows on the Jog dial to select the aperture. Press the top/bottom arrows to select the shutter speed.

• Available settings vary depending on the selected ISO sensitivity.

Note:

• When the right exposure cannot be attained, the displays will blink and (overexposure) or (underexposure) will appear on the LCD

monitor.

• Manual settings are valid only when the Manual mode is selected.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when

the power is turned off. (p. 172)

ZOOM

You can select Telephoto or Wide-angle with the 3X zoom lever.

Press the lever to T to choose

Telephoto shooting.

Press the lever to W to choose wide-angle shooting.

Note:

• When used with the Digital tele mode, you can take an approx. 7.5X zoom photograph. (p. 79)

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

A/S/M

OFF

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

In addition to automatic exposure, you can also adjust it manually by +/– 2 (approx. 1/3 steps). Adjust + when the subject is mostly bright. Adjust – when the subject is mostly dark.

3 1

Exposure compensation

Note:

• Not available in the Manual mode.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• Although the brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed with the exposure compensation, it may not appear to change when the subject is mostly dark. In such a case, display the recorded picture on the LCD monitor to check its brightness.

• The exposure compensation may not work properly when shooting with the flash.

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

• For A/S/M, the Shutter priority mode or Aperture priority mode must be selected. (p.

91)

When P is selected, press the LCD monitor ON/OFF button to turn on the LCD monitor.

• With A/S/M, the LCD monitor will turn on automatically.

• The exposure setting will be displayed.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial for + adjustment and the left arrow for – adjustment.

• appears on the control panel.

USING THE FLASH

Select the flash mode according to the shooting conditions.

You can select the following flash modes with each press of the Flash mode button.

Flash mode Use

Auto-Flash (p. 58) Automatically fires in low-light

➟

Red-Eye Reducing Flash (p. 58) Significantly reduces the

➟

Fill-In Flash (p. 59) Fires regardless of available

➟

Flash Off (p. 59) Never fires.

Flash working range:

Wide-angle Telephoto

Approx. 31" ~ 18.4 ft Approx. 8" ~ 12.5 ft

and backlight conditions.

phenomenon of “red-eye” (subject’s eyes appearing red).

light.

Note:

• The flash is being charged while the Orange lamp is blinking. Wait until the Orange lamp goes off to take the picture.

• When using the flash in the Macro mode, especially with Wide-angle shooting, the flash may not have the proper effect. Confirm the result using the LCD monitor.

• See page 75 for using an extension flash.

• The main flash cannot be used in the Sequence mode.

AUTO-FLASH

In the Auto-Flash mode, the flash will fire automatically in low-light and backlight conditions.

Viewfinder

Backlighting correction mark

When you take a picture that is backlit, position the subject within the backlighting correction marks to fire the flash.

RED-EYE REDUCING FLASH

This mode significantly reduces the phenomenon of “red-eye”.

Control panel

Note:

• The camera emits pre-flashes before the regular flash.

• It takes about a second before the Shutter is released.

• Performance may be limited when the subject is not looking at the preflashes from right in front of the camera, or due to medication/alcohol intake or individual characteristics.

FILL-IN FLASH (FORCED ACTIVATION)

In the Fill-In Flash mode, the flash fires regardless of available light. For example, this mode can be used to brighten up the subject’s shaded face. Another use of this mode is to correct the color shift produced by artificial lights (eg. fluorescent light).

Control panel

Note:

• Use this mode within the flash working range. (p. 57)

• It may not have the desired effect under excessively bright light.

OFF (FLASH OVERRIDE)

In the Off mode, the flash does not fire even in low-light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited, or in twilight/night scenes.

Control panel

Note:

• Since a slow shutter speed is automatically selected in low-light situations when in the Off mode, the use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blurred pictures caused by camera movement.

SELECTING THE FLASH MODE

A/S/M

OFF

2 1

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

With each press of the Flash mode button, the flash mode will switch from Auto-Flash to

(Red-Eye Reducing Flash, p, 58), (Fill-In Flash, p. 59) and (Flash Off, p. 59).

• The selected flash mode (except Auto-Flash) will appear on the control panel.

Orange lamp

If the Orange lamp lights when the Shutter release button is pressed halfway, the flash is ready to fire.

Note:

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to Auto-Flash when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

SPOT METERING MODE

A/S/M

OFF

The Spot metering mode is used to obtain the right exposure regardless of the backlight. Place the subject in the center of the autofocus marks.

You can select the following modes with each press of the Spot/Macro button.

Digital ESP metering/Auto focus

➠

Spot metering mode

➠ ➠

Macro mode (p. 62)

Macro mode + Spot metering mode (p. 63)

➠

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Control panel

Note:

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

Press the Spot/Macro button until appears on the control panel.

• To cancel the Spot metering mode, press the Spot/Macro button several times until disappears.

Take a picture.

MACRO MODE

A/S/M

OFF

You can get as close as 8" to your subject. An approx. 2.4" x 3" subject can be photographed fully within the frame.

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Control panel

Press the Spot/Macro button several times until appears on the control panel.

• To cancel the Macro mode, press the Spot/Macro button several times until disappears.

Take a picture.

Shooting Range: Approx. 8" ~ 31"

Note:

• When using the flash in the Macro mode, the flash may not have the proper effect. Confirm the result using the LCD monitor.

• Using the LCD monitor as a viewfinder makes it easy to take close-up pictures.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

MACRO + SPOT METERING MODE

A/S/M

OFF

Use this mode when you want to use the Spot metering mode and your subject is closer than 31".

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Spot/Macro button several times until and appear on the control panel.

• To cancel the Macro + Spot metering mode, press the Spot/Macro button so that the icons disappear.

Take a picture.

Control panel

Note:

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

MANUAL FOCUS

A/S/M

OFF

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

AF MF

16ft

∞

10ft

6.5ft

2.6ft

2.5x

With Manual focus, you can select a pre-adjusted focal length. It is especially useful when quick shooting is required.

Control panel

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the OK button to turn on the LCD monitor.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to select the Manual focus mode.

• appears on the control panel.

• To cancel, press the left arrow on the Jog dial. When disappears on the control panel, press the OK button.

While looking at the LCD monitor, press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select the distance.

• The display will be enlarged to make focusing easy.

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

AF MF

31inch 24inch

16inch

8inch

2.5x

When the cursor is moved below 2.6ft, shorter distances will appear on the LCD monitor.

Press the OK button to save the setting.

Note:

• When Manual focus is selected from the Macro mode, the distances on page 65 will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

• The picture may become out of focus when the Zoom lever is pressed after Manual focus is selected. In such a case, readjust the distance using the Jog dial.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to auto focus when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• The distances on the LCD monitor are for reference only.

• When using the flash, shoot within the flash working range.

STILL PICTURE RECORD MENU

A/S/M MODE

MODE SETUP

CARD SETUP

FUNCTION

ISO

DIGITAL

TELE

SLOW

DRIVE

* When the Mode dial is set to A/S/M or P. (p. 39)

Monitor display

➠

For using the Sequence mode (p. 67), Selftimer/Remote control (p. 69) or Auto bracket (p. 73).

For using an extension flash. (p. 75)

For taking photographs of night views. (p. 77)

For using the Digital tele mode. (p. 79)

For selecting the white balance. (p. 80)

For selecting the ISO sensitivity. (p. 82)

For using picture effects. (p. 84)

For taking panorama pictures or using optional special function cards.(p. 85)

For formatting the card. (p. 87)

For making adjustments. [All reset (p. 172), Sharpness (p. 174), SHQ setup (p. 175), SQ setup (p. 176), Beep sound (p. 177), Rec view (p. 178), File number (p. 180), Brightness (p. 183), Date set (p. 30), Meters/feet (p. 185)]

Use

For selecting the recording mode (SQ/HQ/SHQ). (p. 89)

➠

For setting Aperture priority, Shutter priority or Manual mode for the Mode dial A/S/M. (p. 91)

SEQUENCE MODE

A/S/M

OFF

[

1/3

]

±0.3 x3

BKT

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

DRIVE

SLOW

DIGITAL

TELE

In the Sequence mode, the camera takes pictures sequentially while the Shutter release button is pressed.

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select DRIVE.

Control panel

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select

or AF .

• appears on the control panel.

• When is selected, the focus, exposure and white balance will be measured for the first frame.

• When AF is selected, they will be measured for each frame.

Record mode Speed No. of pictures Time

SQ VGA NORMAL 1.4 frames/sec. 49 62 sec.

VGA HIGH 1.4 frames/sec. XGA NORMAL 1.4 frames/sec. XGA HIGH 1.4 frames/sec.

HQ SHQ JPEG

TIFF N/A

Note:

• The main flash cannot be used in the Sequence mode.

• When using the extension flash, set the speed fast enough to follow the sequential shooting.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• This mode cannot be used in the TIFF recording mode.

• Since the shutter speed in the Sequence mode is set to 1/30 second max. to prevent camera movement, the resulting picture may be darker than expected.

• The speed and the max. number of pictures vary depending on the recording mode, etc.

•The speed will be slower with AF .

1.2 frames/sec.

0.7 frames/sec.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

18 21

7 9 3

* Numbers above are for reference only.

51 sec. 52 sec. 46 sec. 49 sec. 46 sec.

SELFTIMER/REMOTE CONTROL

A/S/M

OFF

[

1/3

]

BKT

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

DRIVE

SLOW

DIGITAL

TELE

±0.3 x3

Use a tripod to hold the camera securely.

Control panel

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select DRIVE.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select

• appears on the control panel.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

• You can take pictures without pressing the OK button.

Note:

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• Even if OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when a picture is taken using the selftimer.

TAKING A PICTURE USING THE SELFTIMER

Selftimer/Remote control signal

Shutter release button

Menu button

Note:

• The Selftimer/Remote control mode will be canceled after a picture is taken using the Selftimer.

When the shutter is released, the Selftimer/Remote control signal lights for approx. 10 seconds then blinks for approx. 2 seconds before the picture is taken.

To stop the activated selftimer, press the Menu button.

TAKING A PICTURE USING THE REMOTE

15°

9.8ft

16.4ft

CONTROL

Compose the picture, aim the remote control at the Remote control window on the camera, then press the Shutter release button on the remote control to take a picture.

• The Selftimer/Remote control signal blinks for approx. 3 seconds before the picture is taken. If the signal does not blink when the Shutter release button is pressed, move closer to the camera and press it again. The signal does not light when there is frequency interference. In such a case, change the frequency according to the remote

Remote control window

Selftimer/Remote control signal

control instructions.

• See page 104 for using the Remote control in the Display mode.

Note:

• The Selftimer/Remote control mode will remain after a picture is taken using the Remote control.

• The working distance may be reduced in brightly lit areas, such as under direct sunlight.

• Do not subject the Remote control window to bright light.

• When the remote control is not operated for approx. 3 minutes, the Selftimer/Remote control mode will be canceled.

AUTO BRACKET

A/S/M

OFF

[

1/3

]

BKT

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

DRIVE

SLOW

DIGITAL

TELE

±0.3 x3

BKT

Images will be recorded sequentially with different exposures. You can select frames to store by erasing unwanted frames.

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M .

543

• For A/S/M, the Shutter priority mode or Aperture priority mode must be selected. (p.

91)

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select DRIVE.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select BKT.

• BKT appears on the control panel.

Control panel

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select the range.

[

1/3

]

F2.0 1/800 +2.0

BKT

±0.3 ±0.6 ±1.0

76 8

Note:

• The focus and white balance will be measured for the first frame.

• Not available in the Manual mode.

• Not available in the TIFF recording mode.

• In the SHQ mode, the number of pictures is set to 3.

• The exposure level will be divided evenly within the selected range and the number of pictures.

• The camera will continue shooting pictures until the selected number is reached even if the Shutter release button is released. Hold the camera firmly until shooting is complete.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select the number of pictures.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

EXTENSION FLASH

A/S/M

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DRIVE

SLOW

DIGITAL

TELE

AUTO

When an extension flash is used along with the main flash, shadows can be reduced by bouncing the extension flash light off of the ceilings or walls.

Place the flash on the mount, then plug the cord into the camera’s Flash synchronization socket.

Set the Mode dial to A/S/M.

• The LCD monitor turns on automatically.

Turn on the extension flash.

Flash synchronization socket

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Select the Aperture priority mode or Manual mode. (p. 91)

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select .

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select AUTO or .

• and ISO appear on the control panel.

• If the ISO sensitivity is set to auto, it will be changed to 100.

• When AUTO is selected, the flash will fire automatically when necessary.

• When is selected, the flash will fire every time a picture is taken.

ISO

Control panel

Note:

• Available only in the Aperture priority mode or Manual mode.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to off when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• The extension flash may fire accidentally, depending on the circumstances.

• The automatic exposure is calibrated for the main flash only and may not work properly with the extension flash.

• With Exposure compensation, the amount of light can be changed for the main flash only.

• When shooting from a close distance, using the extension flash is not recommended to avoid over exposure.

• The Slow shutter synchronization flash mode can be used. (p. 77)

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

Set the extension flash to the calibration mode.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

SLOW SHUTTER

SLOW

A/S/M

OFF

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DRIVE

SLOW

DIGITAL

TELE

OFF

1 2

SLOW

SYNCHRONIZATION FLASH MODE

You can set the flash to fire during the first or second half of a slow shutter speed’s release duration. It is especially great for taking photographs of night views.

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select .

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select 1 or 2.

• SLOW appears on the control panel.

1 for capturing images

• Select at the beginning of the shutter release duration. The taillights of a moving car will have a forward streak.

• Select 2 for capturing images at the end of the shutter release duration. The taillights of a moving car will have a receding streak.

• When 2 is selected, the flash will fire a pre-flash before the regular flash.

Control panel

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

Note:

• This mode can be used with both the main flash and an extension flash.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to off when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

DIGITAL TELE MODE

A/S/M

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DRIVE

SLOW

DIGITAL

TELE

1.6x 2x

2.5x

When used with the 3X optical zoom, you can take an approx. 7.5X zoom photograph.

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Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select DIGITAL TELE.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select the magnification.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

Note:

• This mode cannot be used in the TIFF recording mode.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to 1X when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• The setting will be canceled and reset to 1X when the LCD monitor is turned off.

• Images may be grainy in this mode.

WHITE BALANCE

A/S/M

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DRIVE

SLOW

DIGITAL

TELE

AUTO

You can select the white balance according to the light source.

Control panel

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select WB.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select AUTO, (Daylight), (Overcast),

(Tungsten light) or

(Fluorescent).

• appears on the control panel when a setting other than AUTO is selected.

Note:

• Select AUTO in normal situations.

• The Manual white balance may not work under special lighting.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to auto when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• Confirm results in the Display mode.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

ISO

A/S/M

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F2.0 1/800 +2.0

100 200 400

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CARD

SETUP

FUNCTION

MODE

SETUP

ISO

You can select the sensitivity from auto, as well as approx. 100, 200 and

400.

Control panel

Set the Mode dial to P.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select ISO.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select the sensitivity.

• ISO appears on the control panel when a setting other than auto is selected.

Note:

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to auto when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• When set to auto, it will be changed to 100 when the Mode dial is set to A/S/M.

• Pictures will appear grainy when the ISO is high.

• When AUTO is selected, the ISO is automatically set high in low-light situations when the flash is not used, to prevent blurring from camera movement.

• The sensitivity scale is based on the one used for picture film, but the numbers are for reference only.

• The higher the ISO, the faster the shutter speed that can be used and the lower the amount of light required.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

PICTURE EFFECTS

A/S/M

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SEPIA

OFF

WHITE BOARD

BLACK BOARD

CARD

SETUP

ISO

FUNCTION

MODE

SETUP

You can select from four picture effects.

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Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select FUNCTION.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select the desired picture effect.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

Note:

• When letters cannot be recorded clearly with WHITE BOARD or BLACK BOARD selected, use the exposure compensation. (p. 56)

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled and reset to off when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• When the Mode dial is set to , WHITE BOARD and BLACK BOARD will be reset to off.

PANORAMA MODE

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ISO

PLAY

FUNCTION

MODE

SETUP

You can make panorama pictures.

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Set the Mode dial to P, and turn on the LCD monitor.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select .

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to select PLAY.

Press the OK button.

Select the connecting direction (right, left, up, down) using the Jog dial.

Take pictures by overlapping the edges of the images.

• A maximum of 10 images can

Shutter release button

Overlap the left end of the picture with the right end of the previous picture (when shooting to the right).

be connected.

Press the Menu button to cancel the Panorama mode and Menu.

Note:

• The Panorama mode is available only when an Olympus brand Standard memory card is used.

• Turn on the LCD monitor before pressing the Menu button in order to select the Panorama mode.

• Do not move the Zoom lever after shooting the first picture to avoid problems with picture assembly.

• The flash cannot be used in the Panorama mode.

• Because the focus, the exposure, and the white balance are determined by the first picture, do not shoot overly bright/dark subjects such as the sun in the first frame.

• Use of the SQ mode is recommended to save memory.

• Panorama images must be assembled on a computer. Follow directions carefully for the supplied panorama application to successfully assemble panorama images.

• When a picture is taken in the TIFF (non-compression) recording mode, it will be recorded in the SHQ (JPEG) mode.

YES

A/S/M

OFF

CARD

SETUP

MODE

SETUP

FUNCTION

CARD

SETUP

MODE

SETUP

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F2.0 1/800 +2.0

YES

CARD SETUP (CARD FORMAT)

You can format the card.

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select CARD SETUP.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to select .

Press the OK button to display .

Press the OK button again with YES selected to format the card.

• To cancel, select NO using the right arrow on the Jog dial and press the OK button.

Note:

• Formatting the card erases the existing data, including pictures which have been write-protected from the camera. Be careful not to erase important data when formatting a recorded card.

• Formatting will not be engaged when the write-protect adhesive seal is placed on the card.

• Non-Olympus brand cards or cards formatted from or used in a computer must be formatted by the camera. These cards may take longer to record than recommended Olympus brand cards.

• It is highly recommended that you confirm the contents before formatting.

SELECTING THE RECORDING MODE

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SHQ

A/S/M

MODE

You can select the Standard Quality mode SQ or the High Quality modes HQ/SHQ.

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Control panel

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select .

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select the recording mode.

• The selected recording mode appears on the control panel.

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

Mode Resolution Compression

SQ 640 x 480 (VGA) Standard

HQ 1600 x 1200 Standard SHQ 1600 x 1200 Minimal (JPEG)

Note:

• You can select VGA (640 x 480 pixels) or XGA (1024 x 768 pixels) for the SQ mode. (p. 176)

• You can select JPEG (compression) or TIFF (non-compression) for the SHQ mode. (p. 175)

• The number of storable pictures varies according to the recording mode. TIFF requires more room in the card than other modes. (p. 38)

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will change to HQ when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

• When the Mode dial is set to , SHQ will change to HQ.

• While HQ and SHQ images have the same number of pixels, SHQ uses lower compression allowing for better image quality when enlarged. It may take a little longer to record or display images in the SHQ mode.

1024 x 768 (XGA)

No (TIFF – larger file size)

A/S/M MODE

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A/S/M

MODE

You can select Aperture priority mode, Shutter priority mode or Manual mode for A/S/M on the Mode dial.

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Note:

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

Set the Mode dial to P or A/S/M.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select A/S/M MODE.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial, then press the top/bottom arrows to select A (Aperture priority), S (Shutter priority) or M (Manual).

Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to confirm the setting.

If you take a picture without pressing the OK button, the setting will be valid until the Menu is canceled.

• Press the OK button to save the setting and cancel the Menu.

DISPLAYING RECORDED PICTURES

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You can display the pictures you have taken on the LCD monitor.

Set the Mode dial to .

• The LCD monitor turns on automatically.

The camera will check the card.

• If there is a problem, blinks on the control panel.

• If Card format is necessary, the camera automatically enters the Card format mode. (p. 102)

Recording mode

Battery check

Random print

Date Time

Protect

Frame number

The last picture taken, Frame number, Recording mode, and Battery check indicator will appear on the LCD monitor for five seconds. The Date, Print and Protect indicator will also appear if they are set.

• When there are no pictures stored in the card, NO PICTURE will appear.

• If the battery power is low, the Battery check indicator will blink.

• will appear for a movie picture, which can be displayed as a movie. (p. 132)

With each press of the right arrow on the Jog dial, you can view the succeeding picture. With each press of the left arrow, you can view the preceding picture.

[10-frame jump using the Jog dial]

• With each press of the bottom arrow, you can view the picture 10 frames ahead.

• With each press of the top arrow, you can view the picture 10 frames behind.

Note:

• Do not push the LCD monitor forcibly.

• When turned on, the LCD monitor flashes, and pictures appear in about

0.5 ~ 2 seconds. This is not a malfunction.

PICTURE DATA

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F2.0 1/800 +2.0

ISO400

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You can display picture information (settings, date, file number, etc.) on the LCD monitor.

Set the Mode dial to .

• The last picture taken, Frame number, Recording mode and Battery check indicator will appear on the LCD monitor for five seconds.

Press the Info button to display the picture data for that frame for five seconds.

Protect

Recording mode

Aperture/Shutter speed/ Exposure compensation

White balance ISO sensitivity

Date/Time File number

Note:

• When picture data is displayed, the frame number will not be displayed.

• Unless OFF is selected in All Reset, the setting will be canceled when the power is turned off. (p. 172)

50 51

52 53 54

55 56 57

A/S/M

OFF

INDEX-DISPLAY MODE

Multiple pictures can be displayed on the LCD monitor.

Set the Mode dial to .

Press the Zoom lever toward W to display several pictures

on the monitor.

• It may take a few seconds before the picture is displayed.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to select succeeding pictures. Press the left arrow on the Jog dial to select preceding pictures.

Press the bottom arrow on the Jog dial to select the succeeding group of pictures. Press the top arrow on the Jog dial to select the preceding group of pictures.

Press the Zoom lever toward T to display the currently selected picture in one frame.

Note:

• The number of frames can be selected from 4, 9 or 16. (p. 186)

• Press the Info button to display the frame number. Press it again to make it disappear.

CLOSE-UP DISPLAY MODE (3X INSPECTION)

2.5x

A/S/M

OFF

Enlarged pictures can be displayed on the LCD monitor.

Set the Mode dial to , and display the picture you want to enlarge.

With each press of the Zoom lever toward T, the picture is enlarged 1.5X, 2X, 2.5X, and 3X.

• Pressing the Zoom lever toward W returns to 1X.

Use the Jog dial to select the section of the picture to view.

To select another picture, select 1X and move the Jog dial.

PROTECTION

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You can prevent accidental erasure of pictures you want to keep.

Set the Mode dial to , and

Protect

display the picture you want to protect.

Press the OK button.

• appears on the LCD monitor.

• To cancel protection, press the OK button again while the picture is displayed.

• Protection setting/canceling are also available in the IndexDisplay mode (p. 95) and the Close-Up display mode (p. 96).

Note:

• The protected picture will not be deleted with All-Frame erase, but will be deleted with Card format.

• Protection is not available when the write-protect adhesive seal is placed on the card.

• The setting will remain until it is readjusted.

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ONE-FRAME ERASE

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You can delete pictures you do not need.

Set the Mode dial to , and

Caution:

•

Never open the card cover, eject the card, remove the batteries, or pull the plug while erasing pictures. It may destroy the data in the card.

•

When the picture is protected or the write-protect adhesive seal is placed on the card, the camera does not enter the Erase mode. Either cancel the protection or remove the seal in order to erase pictures. (Do not use the seal again.)

display the picture you want to erase.

Press the Erase button to display .

Press the OK button with YES selected to erase the picture.

• To cancel, press the OK button with NO selected.

• One-Frame erase is also

available in the Index-Display mode (p. 95) and the Close-Up display mode (p. 96).

STILL PICTURE DISPLAY MENU

CARD INDEX

MODE

SETUP

CARD

SETUP

FUNCTION

* When the Mode dial is set to and a still picture is displayed on the

LCD monitor. (p. 39)

Monitor display

➠

➠ ➠ ➠ ➠

➠

For a slide-show display. (p. 100)

For using with optional Olympus special function SmartMedia cards.

For performing All-Frame erase or Card format. (p.101/102)

For making adjustments. [Beep sound (p. 177), IndexDisplay adjustment (p. 186), Brightness (p. 183), Date set (p. 30)]

For storing data for Print-All (card). (p. 143)

For storing data for Date-Print (card). (p. 144)

For storing data for Index-Print (card). (p. 145)

Use

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SETUP

FUNCTION

MODE

SETUP

START

A/S/M

OFF

SLIDE-SHOW MODE

You can run through all the stored pictures automatically.

Set the Mode dial to , and display a still picture.

Press the Menu button to display the Menu.

Press the top/bottom arrows on the Jog dial to select .

• Press the Menu button to cancel.

Press the right arrow on the Jog dial to select START.

Press the OK button to start the Slide-Show.

• Press the Menu button to stop it.

Note:

• The Slide-Show does not stop until you cancel the operation. Press the Menu button to stop it. (When the AC adapter is not connected, the power turns off automatically after about 30 minutes.)

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