Olympus C-3000 ZOOM Instruction Manual

PREPARATION BASIC FUNCTIONS MOVIE FUNCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL CAMERA

STORING DATA FOR PRINTING PICTURES

USING A PERSONAL COMPUTER CAMERA SETTINGS MISCELLANEOUS

C-3000ZOOM

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

use.

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

camera before taking important photographs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

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

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

4. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be 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 product manufacturer may be hazardous and/or cause damage to the product. Do not use these attachments.

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

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

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

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

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

11. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that

they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

12. Lightning — For added protection for this product when used with an

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

13. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral

convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

14. Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this

product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

15. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or

removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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

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

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

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

indicates a need for service.

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

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

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

Radio and Television Interference

Change or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 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 Olympus RS-232C serial cable or Olympus USB cable should be used to connect the camera to a personal computer (PC).

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: C-3000ZOOM Trade Name: OLYMPUS Responsible party: Olympus America Inc. Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157

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

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

interference that may cause undesired operation.

U.S.A.

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

WARNING

• Keep the batteries away from children.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows®is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh All other brand names and product names are registered. The standards for camera file systems are the “Design Rule for Camera File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics Industry Development Association (JEIDA).

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Legal and other notices

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

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

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

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

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

•Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

FOR SAFE USE

Danger: Ignoring this Danger mark and operating this product

Warning: Ignoring this Warning mark and operating this product

Caution: Ignoring this Caution mark and operating this product

incorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.

incorrectly may lead to injury.

BATTERY HANDLING

IGNORING THE WARNINGS BELOW MAY LEAD TO FLUID LEAK, BATTERY HEAT GENERATION, FIRE, EXPLOSION, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR BURNING.

DANGER

1. WHEN USING NiMH BATTERIES, USE OLYMPUS BRAND NiMH

BATTERIES AND CHARGER.

2. DO NOT LOAD OR USE BATTERIES WITH THEIR +/– TERMINALS

UPSIDE DOWN. DO NOT LOAD BATTERIES FORCEFULLY.

3. DO NOT MODIFY OR DISASSEMBLE BATTERIES OR CONNECT

THEM TO THE CAMERA USING SOLDER OR IN ANY OTHER WAY THAN INSTRUCTED IN THIS MANUAL. IT MAY DESTROY THE TERMINALS OR CAUSE BATTERY FLUID TO LEAK.

4. DO NOT CONNECT THE TERMINALS WITH METAL OR

CARRY/STORE BATTERIES WITH METALLIC NECKLACES OR HAIRPINS.

5. DO NOT CONNECT THE CAMERA DIRECTLY TO A POWER OUTLET

OR CIGARETTE LIGHTER IN A VEHICLE.

6. DO NOT THROW BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR HEAT THEM.

7. IF BATTERY FLUID GETS IN YOUR EYES, DO NOT RUB THEM.

WASH THE FLUID OUT WITH CLEAN WATER AND CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

WARNING

1. DO NOT ALLOW BATTERIES TO COME IN CONTACT WITH WATER

OR SEA WATER.

2. 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 OLD AND NEW OR CHARGED AND UNCHARGED BATTERIES, OR BATTERIES OF DIFFERENT CAPACITIES/KINDS/ BRANDS MIXED TOGETHER.

• DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE AND LITHIUM BATTERIES.

• DO NOT LOAD THE BATTERIES IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION TO THAT SHOWN IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

• DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF THEIR BODY IS NOT COVERED BY THE INSULATING SHEET OR IF THE SHEET IS TORN AS IT MAY CAUSE FLUID LEAK, FIRE OR INJURY. DO NOT USE THESE BATTERIES EVEN IF THEY ARE SOLD IN STORES.

3. IF NiMH BATTERIES ARE NOT CHARGED WITHIN THE SPECIFIED TIME, STOP CHARGING.

4. DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF A FLUID LEAK, CHANGE OF COLOR/SHAPE OR OTHER ABNORMALITY IS FOUND.

5. STORE AND USE BATTERIES OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH. IF A CHILD SWALLOWS BATTERIES, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

6. IF BATTERY FLUID GETS ON SKIN OR CLOTHES, SOAK IT WITH CLEAN WATER AS IT MAY BURN THE SKIN.

7. DO NOT MODIFY THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT ON THE CAMERA OR INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS IN IT.

CAUTION

1. OLYMPUS NiMH BATTERIES ARE FOR USE WITH OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAS ONLY. DO NOT USE THEM WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT.

2. DO NOT APPLY PHYSICAL SHOCK TO BATTERIES.

3. DO NOT USE CHARGEABLE AND UNCHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR BATTERIES OF DIFFERENT CAPACITIES/KINDS/BRANDS MIXED TOGETHER.

4 WHEN CHARGING NiMH BATTERIES, CHARGE ALL FOUR (OR TWO)

BATTERIES AT THE SAME TIME.

5. CHARGE NiMH BATTERIES BEFORE USING THEM FOR THE FIRST TIME OR AFTER NOT USING THEM FOR A LONG TIME.

6. KEEP BATTERIES UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN USE FOR A LONG TIME, AS IT MAY CAUSE FLUID LEAK OR HEAT GENERATION.

7. DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF A FLUID LEAK, CHANGE OF COLOR/SHAPE OR OTHER ABNORMALITY IS FOUND, AND TAKE THEM TO AN AUTHORIZED OLYMPUS SERVICE CENTER.

8. DO NOT USE OR STORE BATTERIES UNDER DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR IN HOT TEMPERATURES SUCH AS IN A HOT VEHICLE OR IN FRONT OF A HEATER.

9. DO NOT UNLOAD BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY AFTER USING THE CAMERA FOR A LONG TIME AS THEY GET HOT.

HANDLING

WARNING

1. NEVER TRY TO USE THE FLASH WHEN TAKING PICTURES OF PEOPLE (ESPECIALLY INFANTS) AT CLOSE RANGE. THE CAMERA’S FLASH MAY DAMAGE THE SUBJECT’S EYES AT CLOSE RANGE. DO NOT TAKE PICTURES OF CHILDREN FROM A DISTANCE OF LESS THAN THREE FEET.

2. DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA DIRECTLY AT THE SUN OR OTHER EXTREMELY BRIGHT OBJECTS. THIS MAY DAMAGE YOUR EYES.

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

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

• THE CHILD MIGHT PUT THE STRAP AROUND HIS OR HER NECK.

THIS COULD CAUSE STRANGULATION OR CHOKING.

• THE CHILD MIGHT SWALLOW BATTERIES OR SMALL

ATTACHMENTS. IF THIS HAPPENS, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

• THE CHILD MIGHT ACTIVATE THE FLASH FROM TOO CLOSE AND

CAUSE DAMAGE TO HIS OR HER EYES.

• THE CHILD MAY BE INJURED.

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

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

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

CAUTION

1. IF YOU NOTICE AN UNUSUAL SMELL, NOISE, OR SMOKE EMITTING FROM THIS CAMERA, UNLOAD THE BATTERIES CAREFULLY TO AVOID BEING BURNED. (WHEN UNLOADING BATTERIES, DO IT OUTSIDE AWAY FROM FLAMMABLE OBJECTS, AND DO NOT TOUCH BATTERIES WITH YOUR BARE HANDS.) 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. DO NOT OPERATE THE CAMERA WITH WET HANDS AS YOU MAY GET AN ELECTRIC SHOCK.

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

CARE AND STORAGE

HANDLING

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

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

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

a fire, magnetic fields, or volatile materials.

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

will damage the lens.

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

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

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

instead.

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

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

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

injury.

BATTERY HANDLING

n For the battery, use 2 CR-V3 lithium battery packs or 4 AA NiMH

batteries, NiCd batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries.

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

temperatures. NiMH batteries are recommended.

n AA manganese batteries cannot be used. n Use the batteries correctly. Incorrect use can cause fluid leakage, heat

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

n The batteries may be temporarily disabled when exposed to cold

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

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

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

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

batteries may be difficult or impossible to obtain abroad.

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

them fully with the correct battery charger.

n Read instructions carefully before handling NiMH batteries or NiCd

batteries.

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

sheet, as it may cause a fire or injury.

n Recommended Temperature when Using NiMH Batteries

Operation: 32 ~ 104°F, Charge: 32 ~ 104°F, Storage: –4 ~ 86°F (Usage outside this temperature range may limit battery performance or

shorten battery life. Unload batteries from the camera when not in use.)

Important

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

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

CONTENTS

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

For safe use............................................................................8

Care and storage..................................................................12

Battery handling....................................................................13

Main features............................................................................19

PREPARATION......................................................21

Checking the contents..............................................................22

Names of parts.........................................................................24

Attaching the strap....................................................................27

Loading the batteries................................................................28

Using the AC adapter (optional)...............................................30

Inserting SmartMedia ...............................................................32

Adjusting the date and time......................................................34

Learning the basics ..................................................................36

Basic operating procedure....................................................36

How to use the Mode dial.....................................................37

Holding the camera...............................................................38

Adjusting the diopter.............................................................39

Proper shutter release..........................................................39

Checking the card.................................................................40

Checking the batteries..........................................................41

Checking the number of storable pictures............................42

How to use the menu............................................................44

BASIC FUNCTIONS ..............................................47

[Record Mode]

Taking pictures..........................................................................48

Taking pictures using the optical viewfinder..........................48

Taking pictures using the LCD monitor.................................50

Quick view ............................................................................52

Focus lock ................................................................................53

Autofocus..................................................................................54

Working range..........................................................................56

AE lock .....................................................................................57

Aperture priority mode..............................................................58

Shutter priority mode................................................................59

Manual mode............................................................................61

Zoom ........................................................................................62

Exposure compensation...........................................................63

Using the flash..........................................................................64

Spot metering mode.................................................................68

Macro mode..............................................................................69

Macro + Spot metering mode...................................................70

Manual focus............................................................................71

Still picture record menu...........................................................73

Sequence mode .......................................................................74

Selftimer/Remote control..........................................................76

Auto bracket .............................................................................80

White balance...........................................................................82

ISO ...........................................................................................84

Flash correction........................................................................86

Slow shutter synchronization flash mode.................................88

Extension flash photography....................................................90

Taking photographs using the FL-40 extension flash ...........90

Taking photographs with the FL-40 extension

flash only ..............................................................................92

Taking photographs with another brand of

extension flash......................................................................93

Digital zoom mode....................................................................96

Picture effects...........................................................................98

Sound record mode..................................................................99

Panorama mode.....................................................................101

Card setup (card format) ........................................................103

Selecting the recording mode.................................................105

A/S/M mode............................................................................107

[Display Mode]

Displaying recorded pictures..................................................108

Index-display mode.............................................................110

Close-up display mode (3X inspection)...............................111

Protection................................................................................112

One-frame erase.....................................................................113

Still picture display menu........................................................114

CONTENTS (Cont.)

Slide-show mode....................................................................115

Picture information..................................................................116

Recording sound.....................................................................118

Card setup..............................................................................120

All-frame erase ...................................................................120

Card format.........................................................................122

Connecting to a television ......................................................124

MOVIE FUNCTIONS............................................127

[Record Mode]

Recording movies...................................................................128

Recording movies using the LCD monitor..........................128

Quick view ..........................................................................130

Focus lock ..............................................................................131

Working range........................................................................132

Zoom ......................................................................................133

Exposure compensation.........................................................134

Manual focus..........................................................................135

Movie picture record menu.....................................................137

Selftimer/Remote control........................................................138

White balance.........................................................................142

ISO .........................................................................................144

Picture effect...........................................................................146

Card setup (card format) ........................................................147

Selecting the recording mode.................................................149

[Display Mode]

Movie picture display menu....................................................151

Playing movies .......................................................................152

Picture information..................................................................154

Functions................................................................................156

Creating an index ...............................................................156

Editing a movie...................................................................158

Card setup..............................................................................160

All-frame erase ...................................................................160

Card format.........................................................................162

STORING DATA FOR PRINTING PICTURES.....165

About print settings.................................................................166

Print-reserve...........................................................................168

All-frame print reserve ........................................................168

Single-frame print reserve ..................................................170

Trimming print reserve........................................................174

Resetting print reserve........................................................177

USING A PERSONAL COMPUTER ....................179

Computer system requirements .............................................180

Installing provided software....................................................181

Connecting to a personal computer........................................182

Using a personal computer.....................................................183

Transferring data from SmartMedia........................................184

PC card adapter .................................................................184

FlashPath floppydisk adapter .............................................184

SmartMedia READER/WRITER.........................................184

Using CAMEDIA Master.........................................................185

Processing images using CAMEDIA Master..........................187

CONTENTS (Cont.)

CAMERA SETTINGS...........................................192

All reset...................................................................................194

Custom settings......................................................................196

Sharpness ..............................................................................199

TIFF settings...........................................................................200

SQ1, SQ2 settings..................................................................202

Beep sound ............................................................................204

Full-time AF............................................................................205

Rec view.................................................................................207

File number.............................................................................212

LCD brightness.......................................................................215

Meters/Feet selection.............................................................217

Index-display adjustment........................................................218

MISCELLANEOUS ..............................................219

Questions and answers..........................................................220

Troubleshooting......................................................................222

System chart...........................................................................226

Error codes.............................................................................227

Optional items.........................................................................229

Notes on display and backlight...............................................229

Compatibility of the picture data.............................................230

Specifications .........................................................................231

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MAIN FEATURES

This camera’s 3,340,000-pixel CCD and Olympus high-

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

Various exposure modes make advanced shooting

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

the Digital Zoom make possible photographs equivalent to 7.5X zoom.

Movie function incorporated that lets you record up to

approx. 23 seconds in the SQ mode and approx. 92 seconds in the HQ mode when an 8MB card is used.

Sound can be simultaneously recorded with a movie.

Sound can also be recorded with a picture, either when it is shot or afterward.*

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

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

Easy operation with Mode dial and Menu screen.

A removable SmartMedia (SSFDC) memory card (with

Panorama function) is provided. With the provided Video output connector, pictures can

be viewed on a TV. Pictures can be reserved in SmartMedia cards to be

printed on printers or at photo labs that support the DPOF system.

MAIN FEATURES (Cont.)

USB-compatible. Either a serial or USB interface can be

used to connect to a personal computer. Write times are shorter, enabling the camera to be ready

for the next shot quicker. When the FL-40 extension flash (optional) is used,

sophisticated flash photographs can be taken.

* Sound cannot be played back by this camera. Connect it to a

TV or personal computer for sound playback.

2020

PREPARATION

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

CHECKING THE CONTENTS

Camera Strap

Remote control A/V cable

Warranty card Lens cap

Instructions/Remote CR-V3 lithium battery pack control instructions (2 packs)

USB cable

Software CD’s

SmartMedia Static-free case (SSFDC-8MB)

Index labels (2 pieces) Write-protect adhesive

seals (4 pieces)

Instructions

NAMES OF PARTS

CAMERA

Selftimer/Remote control signal

Control panel (P. 26)

Zoom lever (P. 62/133)

Flash

(P. 64)

Lens

Extension flash connector cover (P. 90) (The connector is located beneath the cover.)

AC adapter connector (P. 30)

(P. 76/138)

Microphone (P. 100)

A/V output connector (P. 124)

USB connector (P. 182)

Connector cover

Remote control window (P. 79/141)

Diopter adjustment dial (P. 39)

Strap hook (P. 27)

Connector cover

Card compartment cover (P. 32)

Computer connector (RS-232C) (P. 182)

Flash button (P. 64) / Erase button (P. 113)

Spot/Macro button (P. 68) / Print button (P. 168)

Mode dial (P. 37)

Jog dial (P. 44)

Shutter release button (P. 39)

Viewfinder (P. 25)

LCD monitor (P. 26)

Battery compartment cover (P. 28)

switch (bottom) (P. 28)

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY

Autofocus mark (p. 48/53/131)/ Backlighting correction mark (p. 65)

Zoom lever (P. 62/133)

OK button (P. 45) MF button (P. 72/

136) Protect button (P. 112)

LCD monitor ON/OFF button (P. 50/128)

Card access lamp (P. 36/39)

Menu button (P. 44)

Threaded mount (bottom)Battery compartment open/close

Orange lamp (flash) (p. 64)

Green lamp (p. 48/57)

1012.23.,00 21:56

P F2.8 1/800 +2.0

NAMES OF PARTS (Cont.)

CONTROL PANEL

Flash exposure correction (P. 86)

Battery check (P. 41)

Flash mode (P. 64)

Macro mode (P. 69)

Spot metering mode (P. 68)

Sequential shooting (P. 74)

Selftimer/ Remote control (P. 76/138)

Slow shutter synchronization flash (P. 88)

Manual focus (P. 71/135)

Card error (P. 227)

White balance (P. 82/142)

ISO (P. 84/144)

Exposure compensation (P. 63/134)

Auto bracket (P. 80)

LCD MONITOR

(Display mode)

Movie picture

Random print

Battery check

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Date

Recording mode (P. 105/149)

Sound record

Frame

Time

number

Number of storable pictures (P. 42)

Sound record (P. 100)

Writing (P. 49)

(Record mode)

Shutter speed

Recording mode

Photo mode

Aperture

Number of storable pictures

Image memory blocks

Protect

Exposure compensation/ Exposure differential

ATTACHING THE STRAP

Attach the strap to the strap hook on the camera.

Thread the strap through the strap hook as shown in the illustration, then pull on it to make sure it is attached securely.

Caution:

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

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LOADING THE BATTERIES

This camera uses 2 CR-V3 lithium battery packs or 4 AA NiMH batteries, NiCd batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries.

Make sure that the camera power is off.

Slide the opening and closing switch on the battery cover in the direction of .

Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow printed on it with your fingertip to open it.

• If you attempt to open it using a fingernail, it could result in injury.

Insert the batteries with their poles oriented in the right direction.

• Insert the battery packs with the CAMEDIA labels facing outward and the concave terminals facing each other.

Close the battery cover, then press it down and slide it in the opposite direction of the arrow printed on it. Slide the opening and closing switch on the battery cover in the direction of . The switch will not lock unless the cover is completely closed.

• When pressing the battery cover shut, be sure to press the center of the cover since it may be difficult to close properly by pressing the edge.

When using AA batteries

When using lithium battery packs

Note:

• CR-V3 lithium battery packs cannot be charged.

• Alkaline batteries have a lot of variation in their performance and deteriorate particularly at low temperatures. It is recommended that lithium battery packs or NiMH batteries be used.

• Manganese batteries cannot be used. Please read the cautions concerning batteries. (See page 13.)

• Do not touch the inside of the battery compartment.

• If the terminals inside the battery compartment are dirty, it will markedly shorten the life of the batteries.

• If the camera is left for 1 hour with the batteries removed, all the internal settings will revert to the default settings.

These batteries cannot be used.

Batteries whose body is only partially covered, or not covered at all, by the insulating sheet.

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

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

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

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USING THE AC ADAPTER (Optional)

A/S/M

OFF

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

Make sure that the camera power is off.

Plug the AC adapter into a

AC wall outlet

Power plug

AC adapter

Connection cord plug

AC adapter connector

power outlet.

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

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

Note:

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

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