Olympus C-2500L Instruction Manual
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Digital Camera Instructions
•Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.
•We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important
photographs.
C-2500L
Preparations
Taking Pictures
Other Ways to Use Your Camera
For Better Images
Processing Images on Personal Computer
Setting Camera’s System
Miscellaneous
1. Read lnstructions - All the safety and operating instruc-
tions 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 handling instruc-
tions should be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments - Attachments not recommended by the prod-
uct 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 attetion to cords at plus, 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.
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.
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 improp-
er adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified tech-
nician 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 perfor-
mance - 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 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).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS
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Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: C-2500L
Trade Name: OLYMPUS
Responsible party: Olympus America lnc.
Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville,
New York 11747-3157 U.S.A.
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, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
WARNING
The lithium battery must only be replaced with a lithium battery model number CR2025 [3V]. Use of another lithium battery may present the risk of fire or explosion.
• 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.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
CompactFlash or CF is a trademark of San Disk Inc.
All other brand names and product names are registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
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.
FOR SAFE USE
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.
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 FROM A DISTANCE OF LESS
THAN ONE METER (ABOUT THREE FEET).
2. DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA DIRECTLY AT THE SUN
OR OTHER EXTREMELY BRIGHT OBJECTS. THIS MAY
DAMAGE Y OUR 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.lF 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 OR LITHIUM BATTER-
IES. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO CHARGE THESE TYPES
OF 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
DIRECTlON TO THAT SHOWN IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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.
Ignoring this Warning mark and operating this product
incorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.
Ignoring this Caution mark and operating this product
incorrectly may lead to injury.
Warning:
Caution:
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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
GENERATlON 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
■This camera is built with precision electric parts. To avoid
malfunction or mechanical problems, do not use or store the
camera in the following places:
•Places exposed to direct sunlight (a beach in summer, for
example).
•Places exposed to excessive heat, humidity, or extreme variation of temperature and humidity.
•Places exposed to sand or dust.
• Near a fire.
• Near any volatile materials.
• Near a heater, cooler, or humidifier.
• Places exposed to excessive moisture.
• Places exposed to vibrations.
• Inside a car.
• Near a magnetic field.
■Do not shake the camera or subject it to shocks.
■Do not leave the camera with its lens pointing towards direct
sunlight.This will damage the lens and camera.
■Do not leave this camera with its lens pointing towards
direct sunlight.This will damage the lens and camera.
■Do not aim the camera directly at the sun when taking pic-
tures. Otherwise, the camera’s CCD may be damaged.
■Do not use the flash for extended periods without letting it
cool down. Quick shooting can cause the flash to become
excessively hot, and damage the flash or burn the user.
■Do not touch the flash when hot.
■Do not leave the camera unused for a long period of time.
This may cause battery leakage. In addition, this can lead to
problems including the growth of mold in the camera.
Before using the camera, press the Shutter release button
to check operation.
■Do not turn the camera when it is mounted on a tripod. Turn
the tripod head instead.
■Do not touch any of the camera's internal parts.
■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.
BATTERY HANDLING
■This camera uses four AA nickel metal hydride batteries or
AA NiCd batteries. (Olympus brand AA nickel metal hydride
batteries are recommended.)
■Do not use AA manganese batteries or AA lithium batteries.
Besides having short battery life, manganese batteries may
overheat and damage the camera.
■Use the batteries correctly.Incorrect use of batteries can
cause fluid leak, heat generation, or other damage.When
replacing batteries, be sure to load them correctly.
■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.
■Sweat, oil, etc, can prevent a battery's terminals from making electrical contact.To avoid this, wipe both terminals
before loading the battery.
■Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long trip.
New batteries may be difficult or impossible to obtain
abroad.
■When using nickel metal hydride batteries or NiCd batteries,
make sure to charge them fully with the correct battery
charger.
■Read instructions carefully before handling nickel metal
hydride batteries or NiCd batteries.
■Never use a battery if its seal (insulating coating) is partially
or entirely peeled off or its exterior is torn.The battery could
leak, generating heat or causing an explosion.
NOTES ON DISPLAY AND BACKLIGHT
The fluorescent lamps used in the Control Panel and LCD
monitor have a limited service life.If they begin to darken or
flicker, contact your nearest service center.
In cold conditions, the display backlight may be slow to come
on or may change color suddenly.To avoid this, keep the
camera warm when using in cold temperatures. Backlight performance will return to normal under normal temperature conditions.
When the color LCD monitor shows different pictures, some
pixels may not change color and remain on or off.This phenomenon may be due to a lag in some circuits, but is considered to be within the normal operating tolerances of the LCD
monitor.In addition, the brightness of the color LCD monitor
may vary from picture.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
To the User
Preparations
Check Y our Accessories.........................................................2
Names and Functions of Parts...............................................4
Attaching the Strap.................................................................6
Charge Batteries with Charger ...............................................7
Loading Batteries (Main Batteries) .........................................7
Using the AC Adapter (Option)...............................................8
Taking Pictures
Loading SmartMedia/CompactFlash Memory Cards ...........10
Turning the Power ON ..........................................................11
Taking Pictures.....................................................................13
Camedia C-2500L Shooting Modes.....................................14
Mode Selection.....................................................................15
Selecting SmartMedia/ CompactFlash Memory Card..........15
Taking Pictures in the P Mode..............................................16
Using the Zoom Lever ..........................................................19
Using the Zoom Effectively...................................................19
Flash Photography ...............................................................20
Using the Self-Timer/Remote Control ..................................23
Viewing Images....................................................................25
Viewing Images as an Index................................................26
Image Magnification (Digital Zoom)......................................26
Write-Protecting Images .......................................................27
Erasing Images.....................................................................28
Turning the Power Off...........................................................28
Other Ways to Use Your Camera
Macro Mode..........................................................................30
Super Macro .........................................................................30
Infinity Mode.........................................................................31
Manual Focusing..................................................................31
Setting Metering Mode.........................................................32
Exposure Compensation......................................................33
Setting Aperture ...................................................................33
Setting Shutter Speed..........................................................34
Manual Exposure..................................................................35
Types of Menus....................................................................36
Using The Jog Dial ...............................................................37
Setting Menus.......................................................................38
Setting Resolution ................................................................39
Setting ISO Rating................................................................41
Setting Sharpness................................................................41
Sequence Mode ...................................................................42
Taking Pictures Using Exclusive Extension Flash (Model No.
FL-40)...................................................................................43
Setting Flash Control............................................................47
Quick Focus..........................................................................47
Setting White Balance ..........................................................49
Flash Synchronization Effect................................................51
Reset Settings of Shooting Modes.......................................53
Viewing Photo Information....................................................53
Slide Shows..........................................................................54
Copying Images....................................................................55
Clearing All the Frames........................................................56
Displaying Images on TV......................................................56
Print Setup............................................................................57
Preprint Setup ......................................................................58
Preprinting of All Images......................................................58
For Better Images
About Focusing.....................................................................62
Close-Up Photography.........................................................62
Nighttime Photography .........................................................63
How to Use 2nd Curtain Synchronization Effect ..................64
Taking Natural Color Pictures Under Fluorescent Light.......64
Processing Images on Personal Computer
Processing Images on Personal Computer..........................66
How to Connect to Personal Computer................................66
Transferring Images to a Personal Computer.......................68
Viewing Images Stored on the Card on Your Computer.......69
Processing Images via Software on Your Computer............70
Setting Camera's System
Setting Date/Time.................................................................74
Setting Info Display on LCD Monitor: ON/OFF.....................74
Setting Meter/Feet Display...................................................75
Setting Image Display...........................................................75
Setting Time Interval before Stand-by (In the Shooting
Modes)..................................................................................76
Setting Monitor Brightness...................................................76
Formatting SmartMedia/CompactFlash Memory Cards .......77
Set Beeps .............................................................................77
About the File Name.............................................................78
Miscellaneous
Glossary ...............................................................................82
Questions and Answers........................................................84
Error Code ............................................................................85
Trouble Shooting...................................................................86
Specifications .......................................................................88
CONTENTS
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Features
• High resolution images can be obtained thanks to a 2.5 million pixel (total) CCD.
• Removable memory allows the user the freedom to use and replace either 3V/ 3.3V SmartMedia memor y or
CompactFlash memory cards when the cards are full.
• Users can enjoy taking creative pictures in the manual mode where you command focus, aperture , sensitivity, exposure compensation, white balance, etc.
• Shooting in the SHQ mode allows you to obtain high quality images with the TruePic process system.
• A hot-shoe flash can be connected to the camera, making it possible to take high-quality flash pictures.
• It is possible to automatically print images for which the preprint has been set, with the P-330 printer or at a photo
lab which supports DPOF.
• The camera has a video output connector which makes it possible to display images on a TV. (NTSC system).
This function may not be available in all regions.
To the User
How to Read This Instruction Manual
In this instruction manual, features available in the various modes are explained as follows.
[P] [A] [M]
The letters stand for [P] Program mode, [A] Aperture Priority mode and [M] Manual mode. If a specific feature is available for one
of these modes, its icon is solid [P]. If it cannot be used in that mode, the icon appears as a ghost [P].
Procedures enclosed in boxes.
When additional user-setup is possible for a given mode, the setting procedure is enclosed in a box.
Other Symbols
These instructions make use of the following symbols.
NOTE
• These items contain precautions you should know about and observe.
MEMO
• These items contain supplemental information to help you use your camera better.
Notes about printing with a printer which supports DPOF
• C-2500L cannot edit the DPOF preprint setup that was set with other equipment. Edit the setup with the equipment
which originally was used for the set up.
• File data that has DPOF preprint setup from other equipment will be overwritten and erased by the data of the C2500L.
• Copying images between cards will not copy the information about DPOF preprint setup. Set data on the destination
card again.
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Strap (with Lens cap holder)
Camera
Lens cap
Lithium battery (CR2025)
Video cable
Remote control and its instructions
Instructions (This manual)
Warranty card/Registration card
Software CD
RS-232C PC serial cable
Conversion connector
for Macintosh
Check Your Accessories
Check whether all the following accessories are included.If something is missing or broken, contact the place of purchase.
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Battery charger
AA Ni-MH batteries (four)
Power cable for the battery charger
Instructions for the battery charger
SmartMedia(SSFDC-32MB)
Static-free case
Index labels (2 pieces)
Write-protect adhesive seals(4 pieces)
Instructions for SmartMedia
No CompactFlash is included. Purchase commercially, if necessary.
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Names and Functions of Parts
Camera Body
+/- button (P. 37) /
Scroll button (P. 26)
Zoom lever (P. 19)
Shutter release button (P. 14)
Hot shoe (P. 43)
Flash (P. 20)
Spot metering button (P. 32)/
Write-Protect button (P. 27)
Control panel (P. 5)
Flash mode button (P. 21)/
Information button (P. 53)
Focus / Frame erase button
(P. 30)
Viewfinder (P. 16)
LCD monitor (P. 76)
SmartMedia / CompactFlash
memory card button (P. 15)
Menu button (P. 38)
Strap eyelet (P. 6)
Connector cover
Strap eyelet (P. 6)
Video-OUT connector (P. 56)
Communications
connector (P. 67)
Diopter adjustment dial (P. 13)
Flash pop-up button (P. 20)
DC-IN connector (P. 8)
Card access lamp (P. 11)
Mode dial (P. 15)
ON/OFF button (P. 11)
Jog Dial (P. 37)
OK button (P. 38)
Tripod socket
Battery compartment cover (P. 7)
Lithium battery
compartment holder (P. 8)
Card compartment cover (P. 10)
Battery compartment cover
open/close lever (P. 7)
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Viewfinder
LCD Monitor
Control Panel
Autofocus mark
Orange lamp
Green lamp
Shutter speed (P. 34)/
Distance (P. 31)
Card error (P. 83)
Battery check (P. 11)
Resolution mode (P. 39)
CompactFlash memory card (P. 15)
SmartMedia memory card (P. 15)
Number of storable pictures (P. 11)/
Error code (P. 83)
Memory scale (P. 16)
Exposure
compensation (P. 33)
ISO speed (P. 41)
Manual/reference
white balance (P. 50)
Remote control/Self-timer (P. 23)
Sequential shooting (P. 42)
Spot metering (P. 32)
Flash mode (ON/OFF) (P. 22)
Flash control (P. 47)
Flash mode (Red-eye reducing mode) (P. 22)
Meter/Feet (P. 75)
Infinity (P. 31)
Manual focus (P. 31)
Macro mode (P. 30)
Super macro mode (P. 30)
Aperture (P. 33)
Program mode (P. 16)
Date and time
(P. 74)
Resolution (P. 39)
Selected card
(SM/CF) (P. 15)
Battery check (P. 11)
Frame number
Protect (P. 27)/
Preprint ( )
(P. 58)
Photoreceptor (P. 25)
AF illuminator (P. 18)/
Self-timer signal (P. 24)
Lens
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How to Use the Lens Cap Holder
The lens cap fits inside the lens cap holder as shown in the illustration.
When using the self-timer or remote control, the viewfinder can be
covered with the lens cap holder to block incoming light from behind
the camera. In such case, attach the lens cap as shown in the illustration.
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Attaching the Strap
How to Attach the Strap
Attach the strap to the camera.
Take the loop and frame off the strap.
Thread the strap through the lens cap holder.
Reattach the loop and frame to the strap.
Feed the strap through the eyelet on the camera, and thread the
end of the strap back through the frame and under the loop.
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NOTE
• Rig up the strap as shown in the illustration. Olympus will not
assume any responsibility whatsoever for damage if the camera is
dropped because the strap was improperly rigged and came loose.
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Preparations
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Loading Batteries (Main batteries)
Loading Batteries
Use four AA nickel metal hydride batteries or AA NiCd batteries.Do not
use manganese batteries or lithium batteries; they may overheat and
damage the camera.
Hold down "PUSH ●" and turn clockwise the battery compartment cover open/close lever to to open the cover.
Insert the batteries in the directions indicated in the illustration.
Close the battery compartment cover and turn counterclockwise
the open/close lever to .
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NOTE
• Make sure that the power is off ( the control panel doesn't light up)
before opening the battery component cover.
When you open the cover while the camera is in operation, not only
will set modes or the clock be reset, and the process of storing the
images be canceled, but the stored images may be destroyed.
• Charge the batteries before loading them.
• When opening and closing the battery compartment cover, be careful
not to damage your fingernails.
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Charge Batteries with Charger
Charge the bundled Ni-MH batteries with the included charger.
Set the nickel-metal hydride batteries in the charger.
Plug the charger into an electrical outlet as shown left.
It takes about 3 hours to fully charge the batteries.
Read the instruction manual which comes with the charger.
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Charged lamp
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Polarity indication
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Using the AC Adapter (Option)
The separately sold Olympus adapter allows you to power the camera from a typical AC 120V wall outlet.
Check that the power to the camera is OFF, and then plug the
adapter's cord into an electrical outlet.
Connect the connector plug to the camera's DC input connector.
Warning:Fire, Electric shock, Burns
Use the exclusive AC adapter correctly and pay attention to the precautions below. Incorrect use of the AC adapter may cause a fire,
electric shock or burns.
• Use only the exclusive AC adapter (optional). Olympus will not be
responsible for damage caused by the use of any AC adapter other
than the one exclusively designed for this camera.
• Use an AC 120V power source.
• Make sure the power plug is properly plugged into the outlet.
• Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands.
• If the AC adapter's cord is hot, smells like smoke, or is emitting
smoke, unplug it immediately.Contact your nearest Olympus dealer or Olympus Service Centre.
• When disconnecting/connecting the AC adapter's cord, make sure
the camera is turned off.
• First, plug the power plug into an electrical outlet, and then connect connector plug to the camera and turn the camera ON. After
turning the camera OFF,disconnect it from the camera, and then
unplug it from the outlet.
•
Hold the AC adapter unit when removing it from an outlet.
• Never pull forcibly, bend, or twist the AC adapter.
•
If there are any scratches or other damage on the AC adapter or if there
is contact failure on the plug, consult your nearest Olympus service
center as soon as possible.
• When you are not using the AC adapter, be sure to unplug the
power plug.
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• When in use for long periods, the AC adapter may get warm.This is normal.
Loading the Lithium Battery
The Camedia C-2500L takes one 3V lithium battery (CR2025).
Stick a coin or a ball-point pen into the round hole to pull out
the lithium battery compartment holder.
Load the lithium battery with the + side facing upward and
insert the holder.
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Load the lithium battery with the + side facing upward.
3V lithium
battery
(CR2025)
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• Be sure to inser t a lithium coin batter y; otherwise, the internal calen-
dar system will be reset when the main batteries are replaced. See P.
74 about how to adjust the calendar-system.
Electrical outlet
DC-IN
connector
Connector plug
Power plug
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Loading CompactFlash Memory Card
The Camedia C-2500L corresponds to commercially available
CompactFlash memory cards. Load cards as follows.
Open the card compartment cover.
With the side where an arrow is drawn facing you,insert the
CompactFlash memory card all the way into the slot nearest the
lens.
Close the card compartment cover until it clicks.
Removing CompactFlash Memory Card
Push the eject button.The CompactFlash will come out.
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Loading SmartMedia / CompactFlash Memory Cards
The Camedia C-2500L can take both SmartMedia and CompactFlash memory cards simultaneously, or either of them at a time.
The pictures you take are stored on these cards.
Loading SmartMedia Memory Card
You can use not only Olympus SmartMedia 3V(3.3V) cards, but any
brand SmartMedia 3V(3.3V) cards. In the latter case, format the memory
card with the Camedia C-2500L before using it. 5 V cards cannot be
used. Load the card as follows.
Open the card compartment cover.
With the cut corner facing downward, insert the Smar tMedia all
the way into the slot farthest from the lens.
Confirm the direction of the SmartMeida as shown in the illustration,
and insert it.
Close the card compartment cover until it clicks.
Removing SmartMedia Memory Card
Push the SmartMedia which has been inserted. The SmartMedia will
come out.
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Caution
• NEVER pull the SmartMedia without first pushing it.
Caution
• Do not push the eject button strongly. The CompactFlash may
burst out.
• Do not insert the CompactFlash upside down. It may be dam-
aged.
• Do not insert Smar tMedia into a CompactFlash insertion por t.
This may damage the terminal.
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Caution
• NEVER open the card compartment cover, eject the card, remove
the batteries, or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is in
operation.This could destroy the card itself or the data on 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.
• For more information, read the Cards' instruction manual.
MEMO
• See page 15 for how to select the memory card to store images
when both the SmartMedia card and the CompactFlash card are set.
• When using Non Olympus brand SmartMedia and the
CompactFlash, format them with the Camedia C-2500L before using
them.
Card access lamp
Turning the Power ON
Your camera can be tur ned ON as described as follows.
Remove the lens cap before turning the power on.
Turning the Power ON
The basic procedure is to load (a) SmartMedia / CompactFlash memory
card(s), turn the camera ON and check the remaining battery charge and
number of pictures left.
Check the mode dial (P.15) is at "P".
If not, turn it to "P".
Press the ON/OFF button.
Shortly after power comes ON, the camera checks automatically to
see if the selected card is loaded or not.
The remaining battery charge, the number of remaining pictures and
other information will be displayed on the control panel.
Checking The Batteries
When the camera is turned on, the remaining battery charge appears on the
control panel as follows.
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.You can take a few
images. But the batter y may run out during operation.
lights and turns off automatically.
Batteries are dead and should be replaced immediately.
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Control Panel
Number of storable pictures
Remaining battery power
MEMO
• For information about setting date and time, see page 74.
About the Number of Storable Pictures
If the camera is ready for taking pictures and power is turned ON, the
number of storable pictures is displayed on the control panel.
Number of Storable Pictures (when using an 32 MB SmartMedia card)
The number of storable pictures varies depending on the selected resolution mode and the remaining capacity of each card.
Number of Storable Pictures
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NOTE
• The timing of the appearance of the number of remaining pictures
varies depending on the type and condition of the batteries used.
MEMO
• If the camera has not been operated for more than specified time
while it is in any operation mode such as "P" and "A", a power save
function will be activated and put it into the Stand-by mode.Indication
on the control panel will disappear.The interval of inactivity is
changeable.(P. 76)
• To cancel the Stand-by mode, turn the zoom lever or press the shut-
ter release button halfway, and the control panel display will reappear.
• When the camera is in the Stand-by mode for an interval, it automati-
cally turns the power off. Press the power button to turn it back on.
• Set the date and time before taking pictures. Refer to “Setting
Date/Time”. (P.74)
• When taking pictures on a trip, on a special occasion, or in cold tem-
peratures, it is recommended to keep precharged spare batteries
handy.Please use the AA Ni-MH batteries and battery charger bundled with the C-2500L.
• When operating with exhausted batteries, frame number blinks on
the control panel after a picture is taken or power is turned on. In this
case, the picture was not taken normally. Load new batteries, and
operate the C-2500L again.
NOTE
• When no more images can be stored on the card, the green lamp
inside the viewfinder as well as and “0” blinks on the control
panel.
• The amount of data consumed in taking pictures differs according to
the subject, therefore it is possible to take more pictures than the
Number of Storable Pictures given above.
• It can happen that the counter does not decrease after a picture is
taken or that the number of remaining pictures does not increase
when a frame is erased.
• The maximum number of pictures allowed varies according to card
capacity.
• Set the date and the time before taking pictures.(P. 74)
• Lives of cards will expire. Depending on the condition of the flash mem-
ory of the card, the maximum number of storable images may vary.
MEMO
• When the maximum number of exposures exceeds 999, “999” is dis-
played on the control panel.
Resolution Compression Pixels
SHQ
SHQ
HQ
SQ
SQ
TIFF
JPEG
JPEG
JPEG
JPEG
17122 1368
17122 1368
17122 1368
12802 1024
6402512
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Taking Pictures
After turning ON the power and setting up the camera, you are ready to
take pictures.
Dioptor adjustment
If the autofocus mark is blurred or otherwise hard to see, you can adjust
lens power with the diopter adjustment dial.The dial can be turned with
your left thumb as you watch the mark come sharply into focus.(See the
illustration.)
Points to remember
Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your
sides to prevent the camera from moving.
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• Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens , flash, and AF
illuminator/self-timer signal.
Correct
Correct
Incorrect
Diopter adjustment dial
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Camedia C-2500L Shooting Modes
The Camedia C-2500L has three shooting modes for you to use:P mode, A mode and M mode. Modes are selected according
to the way you want to take pictures or photographic conditions.
P Mode (Program Mode)
Aperture and shutter speed are set automatically by the Camedia C-2500L. All you have to do to get sharp clear images is to
press the shutter release button. Images are quick and easy.
A Mode (Aperture Mode)
This mode is semi-automatic. In it, you can change the aper ture yourself, but shutter speed is automatically set by the camera.
By changing the aperture, you can change the way the background will come out in your images. For example, the background
can be saved as is done for group photographs or deliberately blurred for portraits.
M Mode (Manual Mode)
This is your manual mode where you set the exposure and shutter speed as you want your images to come out. In shor t, the M
mode lets you be more creative in your picture-taking.
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How to Press the Shutter Release Button
The shutter release button is used in two ways.Practice pressing the button before actually taking pictures.
Pressing Down Halfway
Pressing the shutter release button down halfway locks the focus.The
green lamp inside the viewfinder will light up when the camera is ready to
take the picture.
Pressing Down All the Way
Pressing the shutter release button down all the way fixes the exposure
and releases the shutter.The picture will appear on the LCD monitor and,
during this time, the green lamp inside the viewfinder will blink.
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MEMO
• In the spot metering mode, exposure is fixed when pressing the shut-
ter release button down halfway. In the centre metering mode, it is
fixed when pressing the shutter release button down all the way.
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 images.
• If the Green lamp blinks when the Shutter release button is pressed
halfway, the focus is not locked. Remove your finger and press it
again.
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Mode Selection
The Camedia C-2500L has three modes for you to use:P mode, A mode and M mode. Modes are selected with the mode dial
prior to taking pictures.
Mode Dial
M mode Manual mode
A mode Aperture mode
P mode Program mode
For viewing images on the LCD monitor
For printing out images
For connecting the camera to a personal computer or other
external device
Turn the mode dial clockwise and set it to the desired mode.
The dial is set to "P" in the illustration.
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Selecting SmartMedia/
CompactFlash Memory Card
The following procedure explains how to select the media which images are to be stored on.Select media before taking your
pictures.
Set the mode dial to "P", "A" or "M".
Press the [SM/CF] button.
The media displayed on the control panel will change back and forth
between "SM" (SmartMedia) and "CF" (CompactFlash) every time
the button is pressed.
Select the media for storing the images.
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• If the selected media card is full, "0" and are displayed on the con-
trol panel. If both a Smar tMedia card and a CompactFlash memor y
card are loaded in the camera, change to the other card using the
[SM/CF] button. Cards cannot be changed automatically. If only one
card is loaded in the camera, change it with a card having sufficient
available space.
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Press the shutter release button down all the way.
The green lamp inside the viewfinder will go out and one block in the
memory scale will light up on the control panel.
The image will appear on the LCD monitor and the camera will
start writing the data onto the card.
As long as there is available space on the card and the memory
scale is not full, you can continue taking pictures up to a maximum of
five while data is being written onto the card.
When all 5 blocks in the memory scale light up, the green lamp
will start blinking.While it is blinking, the camera cannot be
used.
You can resume picture-taking when one of the memor y scale blocks
and the green lamp blinking are no longer lit.
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MEMO
• The newly taken picture remains on the LCD monitor for the set peri-
od.(P. 75)
• Depending on the subject and card space availability, it can take
varying amounts of time to write the data onto the card.
• The photographed image is slightly wider than the image seen
through the viewfinder.
Taking Pictures in the P Mode
With the P mode, exposure is set automatically by the camera. The default setting is autofocus, which sets focus automatically,
for the camera.All you have to do to get sharp clear images is press the shutter release button. A good way to learn the basics
of using your camera is to take pictures.
Taking Pictures
Pictures are taken in the P mode as follows.
Set the mode dial to "P".
If the mode dial is not at “P”, turn it to "P".
The camera also has “M” and “A” modes. See page 14.
Look into the viewfinder at your subject.
Press the shutter release button down halfway.
This will lock the focus. The green lamp inside the viewfinder will light
up to indicate the camera is ready to take the picture.
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• If the green lamp in the viewfinder blinks when you press the shutter
release button down halfway, the focus is not locked. Release the
button for a moment and press it down halfway again.
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Autofocus mark
Viewfinder
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Hard-to-(Auto)Focus Subjects
Although the autofocus can lock on virtually any subject, the Camedia C-2500L cannot bring the following subjects into focus.
In such cases, the green lamp inside the viewfinder blinks and the shutter release button is disabled. In some cases, the shutter release button will respond to touch, but the image will be out-of-focus.In these situations, use either the quick-focus feature or take the picture as explained under each example.
Subjects of low contrast
First lock focus (P. 18) on something of recognizable contrast which is
the same distance from the camera as the subject you want to photograph, and then point the camera at the subject and take your picture.
Subjects immersed in very bright light
First lock focus (P. 18) on an object with recognizable contrast which is
in the same distance from the camera as the subject you want to photograph, and then point the camera at the subject and take your picture.
Subjects without vertical lines
Hold the camera vertically and lock the focus, and then set it horizontal
to take a picture.
Two subjects at different distances from the camera
If the subjects you want to photograph appear out-of-focus, lock focus
on something the same distance from the camera as the subjects you
want to photograph, and then point the camera at the subjects and take
your picture.
Fast-moving objects
Before taking the picture, lock on something the same distance from
the camera as the subject you want to photograph, and then point the
camera at the subject and take your picture.
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NOTE
• Never open the Card compartment cover, eject the card, remove the
batteries or disconnect the AC adapter while the Card access lamp is
blinking.This may disturb the image storing and destroy the data on
the card.
• When the batteries run out while taking pictures, the power may turn
off. If lights, the picture just taken was not recorded properly.
Replace the batteries and take the picture again.
• The LCD monitor cannot be used as a viewfinder.
• The ON/OFF button does not function while the Card access lamp is
blinking.When you turn the Mode dial to , the mode is switched
to Playback mode after the Card access lamp goes out.
• Images cannot be taken if card capacity is full. If you try, the Memory
scale and the Number of remaining pictures blink and camera rejects
your operation.
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Locking Focus
Focus-locking is a technique for bringing a subject into focus which is not
within the autofocus mark (center) of the Camedia C-2500L. It can be
performed as explained below.
While looking into the viewfinder,move the autofocus mark over
the subject you want to photograph and press the shutter
release button down halfway.
This will lock the focus and exposure.The green lamp inside the
viewfinder will light up to indicate the camera is ready to take the picture.
Without lifting your finger off the shutter release button, compose the photograph as you want and press the shutter release
button down all the way.
AF Illuminator
When the subject is dark, AF illuminator is emitted to cover low brightness.
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Autofocus mark
NOTE
• When holding down the [OK] button and pressing the shutter release
button down halfway after the focus lock, the focus stays locked even
if you remove your finger from the shutter release button.
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NOTE
• The illumination range of the fill-in light for focusing is up to 3 m.(9.8
ft.) Even within this range, the subject may not be brought in focus if
available light is below EV2 (approx. 7 luxes).
• Focus-locking is disabled even if the AF illuminator is emitted when
the subject has low contrast.
• AF illuminator is not emitted when a device like a conversion lens is
attached.
• There is no problem if the light from the AF illuminator can be out of
the subject that the Autofocus mark aims at, depending on the distance to the subject.
• For your safety, never face and fire the AF illuminator at anybody's
face at close range.The illuminator employs a rather directional LED
and can cause slight damage to your eyes.
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Using the Zoom Lever
This section explains how to use the zoom.You have a choice between WIDE (wide-angle) and TELE (telephoto).
While looking into the viewfinder,move the zoom lever.
Moving the zoom lever towards the "T" zooms in on the subject,
whereas moving it towards the "W", draws away from the subject.
Determine the composition, then press the shutter release button down halfway.
This locks the focus. The green lamp inside the viewfinder will light
up to indicate the camera is ready to take the picture.
Press the shutter release button down all the way.
The green lamp will be off to indicate the picture has been taken.
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WIDE
Green lamp
Green lamp
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Using the Zoom Effectively
Zooming changes the focal point by moving the lens crystals. The Camedia C-2500L mounts an optical 3x magnification zoom
lens. Moving the zoom lever moves the lens crystals and changes the focal point.
• TELE
Picture angle is narrower and the subject comes out bigger than usual.
• WIDE
Picture angle is wider and the subject comes out smaller than usual.
WIDE
TELE
Flash Photography
This section explains how to take pictures with a flash.
Flashes are used in lighting up and taking pictures of backlighted subjects or the dark area as well as in taking pictures in dark
places.The camera has features, such as flash synchronization effect, which fires the flash at the beginning or end of a slow
shutter.
Refer to "Flash Synchronization Effect" (P. 51) for details.
Flash Preparation
If a flash is needed for a certain picture, the orange lamp inside the
viewfinder will light up when the shutter release button is pressed down
halfway. The orange lamp in the viewfinder blinks when the flash is
required.
Press the flash pop-up button.
The flash will pop up.
Flash Illumination Range
Flash Modes
This camera has 4 flash modes. Use them according to photographic
conditions and objective.The flash mode is displayed on the control
panel.
AUTO-FLASH mode (No icon)
Automatically fires in low-light and backlight conditions.(P. 21)
RED-EYE REDUCING FLASH mode
Significantly reduces the phenomenon of "red-eye" (When subject's eyes
appear red in flash photos). (P.22)
Automatically fires in low-light and backlight conditions.(P. 21)
FILL-IN FLASH mode
Fires regardless of available light.(P. 22)
OFF mode
The flash does not fire. (P.23)
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• The flash is being charged while the Orange lamp is blinking.In this
status, it is not possible to take a picture. Wait until the Orange lamp
goes off to take the picture.
• When the shutter is popped up or retracted while the shutter release
button is kept pressed halfway, the orange lamp will start blinking and
no shooting will be possible.Release your finger from the shutter
release button and then press it again.
ISO WIDE TELE
100
200
400
0.3~3.6 m (1~12 ft.)
0.9~5.1 m (3~16.7 ft.)
1.2~7.2 m (3.9~23.6 ft.)
0.3~2.5 m (1~8.2 ft.)
0.6~3.5 m (2~11.5 ft.)
0.8~5.0 m (2.6~16.4 ft.)
MEMO
• See page 43 for how to take pictures using the exclusive extension
flash (Model No.FL-40)
NOTE
• It is recommended that you perform the sequent full-light emission
up to 30 times to prevent overheat and deterioration of the light emission part. It takes at least 10 minutes to cool it down.
• The sequent light emission with the light emission par t stained can
accelerate its deterioration.
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Flash Mode Selection
This section explains how to set the flash mode.
Set the mode dial to "P", "A" or "M".
Press the [ ] button.
Every time the [ ] button is pressed, the flash mode changes as follows.
• When using the extension flash
Auto flash Red-eye reducing Fill-in flash
Taking Flash-Lit Pictures
Pictures are taken with the built-in flash as follows.
Press the flash pop-up button.
The flash will pop up.
Press the shutter release button down halfway.
When flash fires, the orange lamp inside the viewfinder will light up.
Press the shutter release button down all the way.
The flash will fire.
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• Be sure to pop up the flash before changing the flash mode. For an
explanation on how to change the flash mode, see "Flash Mode
Selection" (P. 21) .
• To shoot against the light, set the Autofocus mark on the subject.
NOTE
• The auto-flash and red-eye reducing modes are disabled when the
camera is in the "M" mode.
• In the super macro mode, you can obtain fill-in flash by setting the
flash in the pop-up position. However, note that the presence of the
lens may produce a shadow in the picture or make correct brightness
control impossible.
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Fill-In Flash
In the fill-in flash mode, the flash fires regardless of available light.It is
useful - for example - to illuminate a person's face in the shadow of a tree
or for taking pictures with backlighting or under artificial lighting from fluorescent lamps, etc.
Press the flash pop-up button.
The flash will pop up.
Press the [ ] button.
Check appears on the control panel.
If it does not appear, press the [ ] button a number of times until it
appears.
Press the shutter release button down halfway.
The orange lamp inside the viewfinder will light up.
Press the shutter release button down all the way.
The flash will fire.
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MEMO
• Take pictures within the flash illumination range (P. 20).
• It is difficult to achieve correct flash lighting effect when pictures are
taken under bright light. In such a case, use the spot metering mode
(P. 32).
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Orange lamp
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Red-Eye Reducing Flash
In the red-eye reducing mode, before the actual flash is emitted, 10 short
preliminary flashes are fired in rapid sequence.These short flashes contract the subject's pupils and, hence, reduce the incidence of red eyes
seen in conventional flash photographs.
Press the flash pop-up button.
The flash will pop up.
Press the [ ] button.
Check that appears on the control panel.
If it does not appear, press the [ ] button some times until it
appears.
Press the shutter release button down halfway.
The orange lamp inside the viewfinder will light up.
Press the shutter release button down all the way.
The preliminary flashes will fire first followed by the actual flash.
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NOTE
• The red-eye reducing flash mode cannot be used for rapid-fire shots.
• The mode is automatically turned to the auto-flash mode when you
turn on the sequence mode while the camera is in the red-eye reducing mode.
MEMO
• The shutter will remain open for about 1 second, therefore keep the
camera steady and firm.
• The red-eye reducing mode has less of an effect in the following situ-
ations.
* When the subject is not looking directly at the flash
* When the subject did not see the preliminary flashes
* When the subject is far away
* Because of physical difference between people
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OFF
The flash can be turned OFF to photograph sunsets or night scenes, or
for taking pictures in museums where flash photography is prohibited.
If the flash is out, close the flash.
Check that appears on the control panel and press the shutter release button down all the way.
The picture will be taken without firing the flash.
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• Shutter speed is prolonged to the maximum 1/2 of a second accord-
ing to the brightness of the subject.Therefore, it is recommended to
use a tripod to keep the camera from shaking.
• Moving objects will come out blurred.
• When the external flash is mounted, be sure to tur n it off to override
flash emission.
• If you need to fire flash such as when the subject is in the dark or
backlit, press the shutter release button halfway. The orange lamp
will start blinking (P. 20).
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Using the self-timer or the remote control, pictures can be taken without having to press the shutter release button. This is a
handy feature when taking group photos.
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer
Set the mode dial to "P", "A", or "M".
Press the [ ] button.The first menu appears on the LCD monitor.
See page 38 about how to operate the menus.
Align the cursor with with the top / bottom point of the jog
dial.
Select with the right / left point of the jog dial.
Press the [OK] button.
Check appears on the control panel.
Steady the camera, and determine the composition.
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Control panel
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