Olympus C-211 ZOOM Basic Manual

Digital Printing Camera

C-211 ZOOM

Operating Instructions

•Please read this manual carefully to ensure safe and effective use of your camera. Keep this manual handy for future reference.

•Spend some time taking test shots and experimenting with the camera’s various features before taking important photographs.

Legal and other notices

• The contents of this document are subject to change without prior notice. For the latest information about this camera and related products, please contact your nearest Olympus service center.

• Although the contents of this document have been carefully checked to avoid errors, some may still occur. If you have a question about any point, or you find mistakes or omissions, please contact us.

• No part of this publication may be reproduced or reprinted except for personal use without prior written permission from 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 product.

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

Trademarks

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• All other company and product names are registered trademarks of their respective owners.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

Radio and Televisions 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 a 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 har mful 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 USB cable should be used to connect the camera to a personal computer.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: C-211 ZOOM Trade Name: OLYMPUS Responsible party: Olympus America Inc. Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New Yor k 11747-3157 U.S.A. Telephone number: 631-844-5000 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 InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations.

Contents

Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................8

Features of the C-211 ZOOM .....................................................................................................18

How to Use This Manual.............................................................................................................19

Chapter 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Checking the Package.................................................................................................................22

Names of Parts............................................................................................................................23

Camera Body.................................................................................................................23

Mode Dial ......................................................................................................................25

Monitor...........................................................................................................................26

Attaching the Strap and the Lens Cap........................................................................................27

Inserting Batteries .......................................................................................................................28

Using an (Optional) AC Adapter..................................................................................................31

Inserting the SmartMedia Card...................................................................................................32

Loading a Film Pack....................................................................................................................34

Setting the Date and Time...........................................................................................................39

Chapter 2 The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Entering RECORD Mode ............................................................................................................42

Reading the Monitor....................................................................................................................43

Is a SmartMedia Card Loaded?....................................................................................43

Are Batteries Still Good? ...............................................................................................44

Does the Card Have Enough Room for More Pictures? ...............................................45

How to Hold the Camera.............................................................................................................46

Enhancing the Monitor Brightness..............................................................................................47

Taking a Still Image .....................................................................................................................48

Adjust the Focus (Half-press)........................................................................................48

Shoot the Picture (Full-press) .......................................................................................50

Zooming In and Out (Optical Zoom) ...........................................................................................52

Checking Your Completed Stills...................................................................................................53

Tur ning the Camera Off...............................................................................................................54

Printing Stills on Instant Film.......................................................................................................55

For Good-Quality Prints.................................................................................................58

Removing an Empty Film Pack...................................................................................................59

Chapter 3 Viewing, Pr inting, and Protecting

Recorded Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Getting Ready .............................................................................................................................62

Entering PLAY mode.....................................................................................................62

Displaying Images Frame by Frame............................................................................................63

Displaying Multiple Frames.........................................................................................................64

Enlarging an Image ....................................................................................................................66

Enlarging an Image on the Display (Enlarging and Sliding) .......................................66

Printing a Selected Area of an Image (Cropping and Printing) ..................................68

Displaying Images on a TV Screen.............................................................................................70

Protecting Images from Accidental Erasure (Image Protection).................................................72

Erasing a Selected Image (“Erase Frame”).................................................................................74

Chapter 4 Taking Good Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

About Focusing............................................................................................................................78

Hard-To-Focus Subjects................................................................................................78

Special Focusing Techniques .....................................................................................................80

Focus Lock (for Off-Center Subjects)............................................................................80

Using Fixed Focus (Quick Focus) .................................................................................81

Taking Shots Close Up (Macro Mode) ........................................................................................83

Using the Flash ...........................................................................................................................84

Flash Modes ..................................................................................................................84

Auto Flash .....................................................................................................................86

Red-Eye Reduction ( ) .............................................................................................86

Flash Off (Flash Override ) ......................................................................................87

Fill-In ( ) ......................................................................................................................87

Slow Sync ( )...................................................................................................88

Red-Eye Reduction + Slow Sync ( ) .........................................................88

Adjusting the Exposure (Exposure Compensation) ....................................................................89

Digital Telephoto Zoom (Enhanced Zoom) ..................................................................................91

Chapter 5 Special Features for

Polaroid Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

The Print Menu............................................................................................................................94

Including the Date, Time, or Filename on the Print.....................................................................96

Changing the Caption Type or Position for One Print Only...........................................97

Changing the Default Caption Type...............................................................................99

Printing Multiple Copies ............................................................................................................100

Making a Split Print...................................................................................................................102

Printing a Movie Frame (1-FRAME PRINT) ..............................................................................105

Printing a Movie Index (INDEX PRINT)....................................................................................107

SLOW

Chapter 6 Advanced Shooting Techniques. . . . . . . . 111

The Shooting Menu...................................................................................................................112

Self-Timer..................................................................................................................................115

Light Metering: ESP or SPOT ...................................................................................................11 7

Sequence Shooting...................................................................................................................119

Recording Mode (Quality vs. Capacity).....................................................................................121

White Balance (Adjusting the Tone)..........................................................................................124

Shooting Movies ........................................................................................................................126

Photographing Text on a White or Black Writing Board (WHITEBOARD/BLACKBOARD).......129

Taking Panoramas.....................................................................................................................131

External Flash ...........................................................................................................................134

Chapter 7 Playback Techniques , Card

Operations, and Digital Printing . . . . . . . . 137

The Playback Menu...................................................................................................................138

Autoplay.....................................................................................................................................140

Playing a Movie.........................................................................................................................141

Displaying an Index Summary of the Movie..............................................................................143

Editing (Tr imming) a Movie (MOVIE EDIT) ...............................................................................145

Creating and Saving a Movie Index (INDEX CREATE).............................................................148

Erasing the Card .......................................................................................................................151

Formatting a Card .....................................................................................................................153

Different Ways to Print ..............................................................................................................155

Selecting Images for DPOF Printing.........................................................................................157

Selecting Images for DPOF Printing...........................................................................157

Selecting Whether to Print a Caption on DPOF Prints ...............................................160

Printing with an Olympus Photo Printer....................................................................................162

Chapter 8 Customizing the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . 165

The Setup Menu........................................................................................................................166

Adjusting the Monitor Brightness ..............................................................................................169

RECORD-Mode Marker Display................................................................................................170

REC View (Monitor Power Save)...............................................................................................171

Adjusting the Beep Volume .......................................................................................................172

Assigning File Names to Images...............................................................................................173

Viewing File Numbers (INFO Button) ..........................................................................176

Print Adjustment........................................................................................................................177

Setting the Sleep Time .............................................................................................................179

Chapter 9 Processing Images

at Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Transferring Image Data to a Computer....................................................................................182

Using a SmartMedia/PC Card Adapter.......................................................................182

Using a SmartMedia/Floppy Adapter ..........................................................................182

Using a USB SmartMedia Reader/Writer ....................................................................183

Cabling the Camera to Your Computer......................................................................................184

Required Hardware .....................................................................................................184

Connecting the Camera to the Computer ...................................................................185

Transferring Images with CAMEDIA Master ..............................................................................187

Other Features of CAMEDIA Master.........................................................................................189

Making Images Brighter ..............................................................................................189

Correcting Blur ............................................................................................................189

Using Templates to Create Composites......................................................................190

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Frequently Asked Questions.....................................................................................................192

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................194

Operating Problems.....................................................................................................194

Poor Image Quality......................................................................................................196

Poor Print Quality........................................................................................................198

Camera Does Not Print ..............................................................................................199

Error Messages.........................................................................................................................200

Configuration Diagram...............................................................................................................202

Accessories...............................................................................................................................203

Specifications ............................................................................................................................204

Polaroid Service Centers and Offices ......................................................................................206

Index .........................................................................................................................................207

Important Safety Instr uctions

Thank you for purchasing this Olympus digital camera.Before you use your new camera, read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL 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

A lightning flash with an arrowhead, enclosed in a triangle, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock.

An exclamation point enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.

WARNING! TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT.

1 Read All Instructions — Before you use the product, read all operating instructions. 2 Save These Instructions — Save all safety and operating instructions for future

reference.

3 Heed Warnings — Read carefully and follow all warning labels on the product and

all warnings described in the instructions. 4 Follow Instructions — Follow all instructions provided with this product. 5 Cleaning — Always unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.Use

only a damp cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaner, or

any type of organic solvent to clean this product. 6 Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only

accessories recommended by Olympus. 7 Water and Moisture — Never use this product around water (near a bathtub,

kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or swimming pool). 8 Location — To avoid damage to the product and to avoid personal injury, never

place this product on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, table or cart. Mount only on

a stable tripod, stand, or bracket.Follow the instructions which describe how to

safely mount the product, and use only the mounting devices recommended by the

manufacturer. 9 Power Sources — Connect this product only to the power source described on the

product label. If you are not sure about the type of power supply in your home,

consult your local power company. Refer to your operating instructions for

information on using the product with batteries.

10 Grounding, Polarization — If this product can be used with an optional AC adapter,

the adapter may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug, a plug

with one blade wider than the other.This safety feature allows the plug to fit into the

power outlet only one way. If you cannot inser t the plug into the wall outlet, pull it

out, reverse it, and then insert it again. If the plug still fails to fit, contact an

electrician and have the receptacle replaced. 11 Protecting the Power Cord — The power supply cord should be routed so it will not

be walked on.Never place a heavy object on the power cord and never wrap the

power cord around the leg of a table or chair. Keep the areas around the power

cord connection points, at the power outlet and at the product connection, free of all

obstacles. 12 Lightning — If a lightning stor m occurs while using the optional AC adapter, unplug

the adapter power cord from the wall outlet immediately. To avoid damage from

unexpected power surges, always unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and

disconnect it from the camera when the camera is not in use. 13 Overloading — Never overload wall outlets, extension cords, power strip, or other

power connection points with too many plugs. 14 Foreign Objects, Spillage — To avoid personal injury from fire or electrical shock

from contact with internal high voltage points, never insert a metal object into the

product. Avoid using the product where there is a danger of spillage. 15 Servicing — Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Attempting to remove the

covers or disassemble the product could expose you to dangerous high voltage

points.

16 Damage Requiring Ser vice — While using the optional AC adapter, if you notice

any of the conditions described below, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet

and refer servicing to qualified service personnel:

a) If liquid has been spilled, or any object has fallen into the product.

b) If the product has been exposed to water.

c) If the product does not operate normally while following operating instructions.

Adjust only the controls described in the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls could damage the product, requiring extensive

repair work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. d) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. e) If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need

for servicing.

17 Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, make sure that the

service center uses only parts recommended by the manufacturer to ensure that the replacement parts have the same characteristics as the originals. Unauthor ized substitution of parts could cause a fire, electrical shock, or create other hazards.

18 Safety Check — Upon completion of servicing or repairs, ask the service technician

to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in good working condition.

19 Heat — Never use or store this product near a heat source such as a radiator, heat

Handling Batteries

Follow these important guidelines to prevent the batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shock or burns.

DANGER

1 If you use NiMH batteries, use only Olympus NiMH batteries and the recharging

unit recommended for use with these batteries.

2 Never load batteries with their +/– terminals reversed.Never force batteries into the

battery compartment.

3 To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all

instructions regarding the use of batteries. Never attempt to disassemble a battery or modify it in any way, with soldering, etc.

4 Take precautions when carrying or stor ing batteries to prevent them from coming

into contact with any metal objects like jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.

5 Never heat batteries or incinerate them. 6 Never attempt to connect a battery directly to a power outlet, or to a cigarette

lighter in a vehicle.

7 If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold

running water and seek medical attention immediately.

WARNING!

• Keep batteries away from children.

• If a child swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately.

• Dispose of lithium batteries promptly and safely in compliance with local laws

regarding the disposal of such items.

• To avoid causing a fire or minor burns, always handle lithium batteries carefully.

• Never attempt to charge the lithium battery, disassemble it, heat it above 212°F (100°C) or incinerate it.

• To ensure good contact, wipe the batter y with a clean, dr y cloth before use.

• To avoid short circuiting the +/– sides of the battery, never handle a lithium battery

with a metal tool, tweezers, etc.

DANGER The DANGER indication alerts you to an imminent hazard that

if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.

WARNING The WARNING indication alerts you to a potential hazard that

if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION The CAUTION indication alerts you to a potential hazard that

if not avoided may result in injury or in proper ty or equipment damage.

WARNING

1 Keep batteries dry at all times. Never allow them to come into contact with fresh

water or salt water.

2 To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or explosion:

• Use only batteries recommended for use with this product.

• Never heat batteries, incinerate them, or attempt to disassemble them.

• Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and uncharged batteries,

batteries of different manufacture or capacity, etc.).

• Never attempt to charge alkaline or lithium batteries.

• Load batteries carefully as described in the operating instructions. Never reverse

their polarity when loading.

• To prevent a fire or minor burns, inspect batteries carefully before loading. Never load a battery if you notice that the insulation or protective covering is damaged in any way or if the battery cover is warped, even if the batteries are new.

3 If NiMH batteries are not charged within the specified time, stop charging them and

do not use them.

4 Before loading, always inspect batteries carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping,

or any other abnormality.

5 Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a child accidentally

swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately.

6 If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the

affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately.

7 Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera, and never insert

anything (other than the recommended battery) into the battery compar tment.

CAUTION

1 Olympus NiMH batteries are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras.

Never use these batteries with any other device. 2 Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration. 3 Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and uncharged batteries,

batteries of different manufacture or capacity, etc.). 4 Always charge sets of batteries (2 or 4) together. 5 Always charge NiMH batteries before using them for the first time, or if they have

not been used for a long period. 6 While the camera is not in use, always remove the batteries to prevent accidental

leakage which could damage the battery compartment. 7 If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or in any other way becomes

abnormal during operation, stop using the camera and consult your dealer or an

authorized Olympus service center. Continued use may result in fire or electric

shock. 8 Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to

high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc. 9 Batteries may become hot during prolonged use.To avoid minor burns, never

remove them immediately after using the camera.

Handling the Camera

WARNING

1 Use caution when taking flash pictures at close range.When you fire the flash, you

must be at least 3 ft. away from the faces of your subjects, especially when taking

pictures of infants and small children. Firing the flash too close to the subject’s eyes

could cause a momentary loss of vision. 2 To avoid damaging your eyes, never aim the camera directly into the sun or any

other extremely bright light source. 3 To avoid causing a fire or explosion, never use the camera near flammable or

explosive gases. 4 Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to

prevent the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury:

• Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation.

• Accidentally swallowing a battery or small part.

• Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or into the eyes of another child.

5 To avoid the hazards of fire or electrical shock, store the camera in a cool, dry

location where it will not be subjected to high humidity or dust.

6 To avoid minor burns, never cover the flash with your hand when it is fired. Never

touch the flash unit after continuous use.The flash unit becomes ver y hot during

continuous operation. 7 If the camera is accidentally dropped in water, or if liquid is spilled into the camera,

stop using the camera, allow the camera to dry, and then remove the batteries.

Contact the nearest Olympus authorized service center. 8 Never place anything other than a film pack into the film compartment, and be

careful to keep foreign objects from entering the compartment while the

compartment cover is open. Entr y of foreign matter may result in fire or equipment

damage.

CAUTION

1 During operation of the camera, if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke

around the camera, immediately switch the camera off, disconnect the optional AC

adapter (if it is connected), and allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to give

it time to cool.Take the camera outdoors, away from flammable objects, and

carefully remove the batteries to avoid burning your hands. Contact the nearest

Olympus service center immediately. 2 Never attempt to disassemble the camera.The internal circuits contain high voltage

points which could cause serious burns or electrical shock. 3 To avoid dangerous electrical shock, never hold or operate the camera with wet

hands. 4 To avoid damaging the camera or causing a fire, never expose the camera to

excessive heat. 5 When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful to keep camera and strap clear

of obstacles. Snagging the camera or strap on a doorknob, tree branch, or other

such obstacle may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment. 6 Make sure your fingers are clear of the film compartment when closing the

compartment cover.Closing the cover while your finger is in the way can cause

injury.

Camera Care and Storage HANDLING

• Never store or use the camera for long periods in locations subject to direct sunlight,

high humidity, extreme variation in temperature, or strong shocks or constant vibration. Protect the camera at all times from dust and sand.

• Never store the camera near any type of appliance or equipment which generates

high temperatures, low temperatures, high or low humidity, or a strong magnetic field. Never use the camera in a factory or laboratory where flammable gases are present.

• Never shake the camera or subject it to shock or strong vibration.

• To avoid damaging its precision lens, never leave the camera pointing directly into the

sun.

• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the batteries. Select a cool, dry

location for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it is operating normally.

• When the camera is mounted on a tripod, adjust the tripod head to reposition the

camera; do not twist the camera.

• Never touch the flash after it has been fired.Avoid using the flash for extended

periods. Allow it to cool occasionally between shots.

• To avoid injury from electrical shock, never attempt to disassemble or modify the

camera in any way.

Selecting Batteries for Your Camera

• This camera can use two CR-V3 lithium battery packs, four AA NiMH batteries, four

AA alkaline batteries, four AA lithium batteries, or four AA NiCd batteries.Use of Olympus brand batteries is strongly recommended.

• Alkaline battery performance is limited, especially at low temperatures. Using NiMH

batteries is recommended.

• AA manganese batteries cannot be used with this camera.

• Always follow the battery recommendations and loading instructions. Incorrectly

loading the batteries could cause the batteries to leak or overheating.

• When using the camera on battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera

and extra batteries as warm as possible.Batteries which run down at low temperatures may be restored after they are warmed at ambient temperature.

• Perspiration or oil from your hands on the battery contacts could prevent them from

operating. Before loading batteries, wipe the terminals with a dr y, clean cloth.

• Before going on a long trip, especially before traveling abroad, purchase an ample

supply of extra batteries.The recommended batteries may be difficult to obtain while traveling.

• Always recharge NiMH or NiCd batteries with a charger recommended for use with

these batteries.

• Before using NiMH or NiCd batteries, always read the instructions provided with

purchase of these batteries.

• To avoid personal injury or damage to the camera, always inspect batteries before

loading. If you notice leaking, damage to the batter y cover or insulation, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality, do not use the batteries.

• Recommended temperature ranges for NiMH batteries:

Operation ................................ 32° to 104°F

Charge .................................... 32° to 104°F

Storage.................................... –4° to 86°F

• Using, charging, or storing the batteries outside these ranges could shorten batter y

life or affect battery performance.Always unload the batteries from the camera before storing the camera and batteries for a long period.

About the Monitor

• The monitor is a consumable item and will eventually wear out. If the monitor image

becomes too dark or begins to flicker, have the camera serviced at an authorized service center.

• The monitor’s backlight may not perform optimally in cold environments: it may take

extra time to come on, and the color may suddenly change.Tr y to keep the camera relatively warm even when the surroundings are cold.Performance will return to normal when the camera warms up.

• When you switch from one picture display to another, you may notice that a few pixels

fail to make the change correctly.You may also notice some variance in the brightness.These limitations are inherent in the technology and are not considered a defect.

Features of the C-211 ZOOM

• With its high-resolution CCD (over 2 million pixels) and high performance lens, the

C-211 ZOOM offers the best picture quality in its class.

• Integrated Polaroid printer lets you make high-quality prints on-the-spot.

• When making Polaroid prints, you can:Select the number of copies, include a date or

time caption, print multiframe images (splits), and crop images directly at the monitor.

• Maximum zoom of 600% (3X optical zoom and 2X digital telephoto zoom).

• Uses readily available, removable SmartMedia cards as the recording medium. Carr y

spare cards and shoot pictures without limit.

• Backlit LCD monitor/viewfinder with special light-entry lid is easy to view both

outdoors and indoors.

• Magnify recorded images 3X on the screen, and crop the enlargement for immediate

printout.

• Easy-to-use Shooting menu lets you select the metering type, white balance, and

more.

• Fast start-up and fast processing—the camera is ready when you are.

• Connects directly to a TV for easy large-screen viewing.

• Shoots not only stills, but also sequences and movies.Also supports panorama

shots.

• DPOF capability lets you preselect images for subsequent printing at a photo lab or

with a DPOF printer.

• Display recorded images either full-frame or in 4-frame or 9-frame indexes.Create

and print indexes of recorded movies.

• Supports connection of an optional telephoto conversion lens (through use of an

optional lens adapter).

How to Use This Manual

This manual comprises nine chapters and an Appendix. Read the chapter descr iptions below for a quick preview of what you can find in each chapter.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

This chapter lists all of the items included in the C-211 ZOOM package and identifies all of the parts on the camera. It also explains how to get the camera ready to go:how to load batteries, how to insert a SmartMedia card, how to load the film pack, and more. Read this chapter carefully before starting to use your C-211 ZOOM.

Chapter 2 The Basics

This chapter takes you through an introductory session where you learn how to turn the power on, shoot some stills, view them, print them, and then turn the power back off. It also includes basic information about holding the camera, adjusting the monitor brightness, and so on. Please be sure to read through this entire chapter, with camera in hand.

Chapter 3 Viewing, Printing, and Protecting Recorded Images

Chapter 3 takes you through the steps required to view your completed stills on the monitor or on a TV screen.It explains how to display and print images at full size and in 4-frame and 9-frame indexes, and how to enlarge an image on the monitor or crop the image for printing. It also explains how to protect images from accidental erasure, and how to delete selected images from the SmartMedia card. Read through this chapter after taking your first few shots with this camera.

Chapter 4 Taking Good Pictures

Read this chapter to advance to the next level of picture-taking skill. Here you will learn essential focusing, flash, and exposure techniques that will help you get good shots in all situations. All of the features presented here are extremely easy to use—no menus are required—and will immediately improve your shooting results.

Chapter 5 Special Features for Polaroid Printing

This chapter explains the various features you can use when printing to instant film. You can print multiple copies, set up a caption (date, time, or filename), create split prints, and print frames from movies.You control these features using the camera’s Print menu. Read about the menu first, and then read about each of the pr int features you’d like to use.

Chapter 6 Advanced Shooting Techniques

This chapter covers the advanced shooting features accessible through the camera’s Shooting menu. It explains how to shoot movies, sequences, and panoramas, how to select the metering method, and more. Read about the menu first, and then read about each of the features that you wish to use.

Chapter 7 Playback Techniques, Card Operations, and Digital

Printing

This chapter explains how to play still images automatically (“autoplay”), how to view and work with your recorded movies, and how to erase or for mat a SmartMedia card. It also explains how to pre-select images for printing by DPOF-compliant printers and photofinishing services, and it briefly describes methods for printing through your computer or a dedicated printer.

Chapter 8 Customizing the Environment

The chapter explains how to customize the camera’s working environment: how to set the date and time; how to adjust the beeper volume, monitor brightness, and print tonality; how to switch monitor icons on or off;and more.You access these settings through the camera’s Setup menu.

Chapter 9 Processing Images at Your Computer

This chapter describes the various methods available for transferring images to your computer, and introduces some of the main features of the CAMEDIA Master software that came with your camera. Once you have moved the images to your computer, you can process them using CAMEDIA Master or any other popular graphics application.

Appendix

Do you have any questions, or is something not working the way you think it should? Check the appendix for answers to frequently asked questions, for troubleshooting hints, and for advice about what to do when the camera displays an error message. You can also check the camera’s specifications.

Special Notations

This manual uses the following headings to call attention to different types of supplementary information.

CAUTION — Calls your attention to a potential source of injury, equipment

problem, or data loss.Please read all CAUTIONs carefully.

HELP — Offers advice about operating features or operational restrictions.

Intended to clear up possible sources of confusion.

NOTE — Offers practical advice or useful additional information.

Getting Started

This chapter lists the items included in the C-211 ZOOM package, identifies the camera’s controls and components, and explains what you need to do before you can start shooting. Please read through this chapter before beginning to use your new camera.

Checking the Package

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Camera

Polaroid 500 Film

8MB SmartMedia card

Four write-protect seals

Dedicated USB cable

Static-free case

SmartMedia instructions

Two Smar tMedia labels

Made in Japan

Operating instructions (this booklet), warranty agreement, registration card, authorized distributors list, and Quick Start Guide (English)

Four AA (R6) alkaline batteries

StrapCD-ROM (software)

Lens cap

Video cable

Names of Parts

Camera Body

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Shutter release button (p.48)

Built-in flash (pp.51, 84)

Self-timer lamp (p.115)

Lens

Print outlet (p.37)

(For servicing only)*

Film compartment cover (p.36)

Card compartment cover (p.32)

Film compartment latch (p.36)

Connector cover

Video output jack (p.70)

USB connector (p.185)

DC input jack (p.31)

* The pinhole at the side of the camera is for use by qualified service persons only.

Camera Body (continued)

MENU button (p.95)

FLASH MODE button (p.84) / ERASE button (p.74)

Monitor (p.26)

DIGITAL TELEPHOTO button (p.91) / PROTECT button (p.72)

FOCUS button (p.81) / INFO button (p.176)

Monitor lid (p.47)

Zoom lever (p.52)

Green lamp (p.48) / Red lamp (p.44)

Mode dial (p.28)

Monitor lid switch (p.47)

Tripod socket

Arrow pad (p.39)

PRINT button (p.55)

OK button (p.37)

Battery case (p.28)

Battery-case stopper (p.28)

Mode Dial

(RECORD): Use this mode to take still pictures or moving images. See “The

Basics” (p.41), “Taking Good Pictures” (p.77), and “Advanced Shooting Techniques” (p.111).

: Set the dial to this position to turn off the power.

(PLAY): Use this mode to view stills or movies on the camera’s monitor or

on a TV screen.You also use this mode when selecting images for DPOF printing. See “Viewing, Printing, and Protecting Recorded Images” (p.61) and “Playback Techniques, Card Operations, and Digital Printing” (p.137).

(PRINT): Use this mode to make Polaroid prints.See “The Basics” (p.41),

“Viewing, Printing, and Protecting Recorded Images” (p.61), and “Playback Techniques, Card Operations, and Digital Printing”

(p.137).

: Use this mode to customize the camera’s operating environment.

You also use this mode when connecting the camera to a computer.See “Customizing the Environment

”

(p.165), and

“Processing Images at Your Computer” (p.181).

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Name of Parts (continued)

Monitor

RECORD-mode indications (when shooting still images)

PLAY-mode indications (when viewing still images)

PRINT-mode indications

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Protect (p.72)

Recording mode (p.121)

Frame or file number (p.176)

Battery check (p.44) Exposure

compensation (p.89) Spot metering (p.117)

White balance (p.124)

Recording mode (p.121)

Frame number (p.176)

Time (p.39)

Digital telephoto (p.91)

Quick focus (p.81) or

macro (p.83)

Flash mode (p.84)

Processing gauge (p.50)

Remaining film count

(p.55)

Remaining picture count (p.45)

Battery check (p.44)

Protect (p.72)

Recording mode (p.121)

Date (p.39)

Battery check (p.44)

Name of Parts (continued)

Attaching the Strap and the Lens Cap

1 Attach the strap to the camera.

• Attach the strap as indicated by the arrows at left.Then pull on it to make sure it’s secure.

2 Tie the lens-cap string onto the strap, as

shown at left.

3 Attach the lens cap to the lens.

• Press inward on the cap’s latches, fit the cap over the lens, and then release the latches. (To remove the cap: Press on the latches and pull the cap off.)

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CAUTION

• Leave the lens cap attached when carrying the camera.

• Be sure to attach the strap correctly, as shown above.The camera may fall from the

strap if the attachment is incorrect. Olympus assumes no responsibility for damage caused by improper attachment.

Inserting Batter ies

The camera accepts four AA (R6) batteries (alkaline, NiMH, lithium, or NiCD) or two CR-V3 lithium battery packs. Four AA (R6) alkaline batteries are included with the camera. Do not mix different types of batteries, never use manganese batteries, and always be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction. Manganese batteries, mismatched batteries, or incorrectly inserted batteries may overheat and cause irreparable damage to the camera.

1 Be sure that the mode dial is set to the

OFF position.

2 Push the stopper in the direction shown in

the diagram.

The battery case pops out.

3 Pull the case out of the camera. 4 Insert the batteries or battery packs into

the case.

Be sure to insert in the correct direction. Insert battery packs black-band first, with the CAMEDIA label facing up.

CR-V3

CR-V3 lithium battery packsAA batteries

Some battery packs come with an insulation seal covering the battery terminal. Please remove this seal before inserting the pack.

Do not remove the silver seal.

5 Set the case back into the camera.

To remove lithium battery packs...

Push a coin into the slot on the battery pack and pop the battery pack out.

* Please don’t push anything shar p into the

slots.

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CAUTION

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

• Note that CR-V3 battery packs are not rechargeable.

• We recommend that you use CR-V3 battery packs or Olympus-brand NiMH-type AA

batteries. It is best to avoid alkaline batteries, as performance is unreliable (especially at low temperatures).

• NEVER use manganese batteries.

• Keeps hands away from the inside of the batter y case and battery compartment.

Battery life will be significantly reduced if dirt gets on the contacts inside the case or compartment.

• If batteries are left out of the camera for about 1 hour with no AC adapter attached, all settings revert to their factory defaults.

• Refer also to “Handling Batteries” on page 12.

WARNING

• Do not use a battery if any part of its outer insulation is peeled off, or if there is a split along the seam.These batteries may leak, overheat, or explode. Store-bought batteries may occasionally be defective, with all or part of the seal peeled off. Check batteries before loading, and do not use them if they appear defective.

Never use batteries that look like this:

Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) peeled off.

Part of the negative electrode is protruding although not covered by the seal.

The negative electrode (minus terminal) is flat. (The seal may be covering the outside of the electrode surface, or the surface may be completely uncovered.In either case, the battery is defective if the electrode end itself is flat.)

Inserting Batteries (continued)

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