Olympus C-3000 ZOOM Instruction Manual

		PREPARATION
		BASIC FUNCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS		MOVIE FUNCTIONS
		STORING DATA FOR PRINTING

	PICTURES
	USING A PERSONAL COMPUTER
	CAMERA SETTINGS
DIGITAL CAMERA	MISCELLANEOUS

C-3000ZOOM

nBefore using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.

nWe recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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
	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, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

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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™ is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

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).

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.

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FOR SAFE USE

Danger: Ignoring this Danger mark and operating this product incorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.

Warning: Ignoring this Warning mark and operating this product incorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.

Caution: Ignoring this Caution mark and operating this product 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.

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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.

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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.

4WHEN 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.

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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.

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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. (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

nDo 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).

nDo not use or store the camera near a heater, cooler, or humidifier, or near a fire, magnetic fields, or volatile materials.

nDo not shake the camera or subject it to shocks.

nDo not leave the camera with its lens pointing towards direct sunlight. This will damage the lens.

nDo 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.

nDo not turn the camera when it is mounted on a tripod. Turn the tripod head instead.

nDo not touch any of the camera’s internal parts.

nDo 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.

nDo not improperly open or modify the camera, as it may result in a shock or injury.

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BATTERY HANDLING

nFor the battery, use 2 CR-V3 lithium battery packs or 4 AA NiMH batteries, NiCd batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries.

nPerformance will be limited with alkaline batteries, especially in low temperatures. NiMH batteries are recommended.

nAA manganese batteries cannot be used.

nUse the batteries correctly. Incorrect use can cause fluid leakage, heat generation, or other damage. When replacing batteries, be sure to load them correctly.

nThe 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.

nSweat, oil, etc. can prevent a battery’s terminals from making electrical contact. To avoid this, wipe both terminals before loading the battery.

nKeep spare batteries on hand when going on a long trip. New batteries may be difficult or impossible to obtain abroad.

nWhen using NiMH batteries or NiCd batteries, make sure to charge them fully with the correct battery charger.

nRead instructions carefully before handling NiMH batteries or NiCd batteries.

nNEVER use any battery whose body is not covered by the insulating sheet, as it may cause a fire or injury.

nRecommended 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.

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CONTENTS
Important safety instructlons.......................................................	2
For safe use............................................................................	8
Care and storage ..................................................................	12
Battery handling....................................................................	13
Main features............................................................................	19
1 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
2 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

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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

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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
3 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

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4 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
5 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

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CONTENTS (Cont.)
6 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
7 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

MAIN FEATURES (Cont.)

nUSB-compatible. Either a serial or USB interface can be used to connect to a personal computer.

nWrite times are shorter, enabling the camera to be ready for the next shot quicker.

nWhen 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.

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PREPARATION

CAMERA DIGITAL OLYMPUS

CHECKING THE CONTENTS

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SmartMedia	Static-free case
(SSFDC-8MB)

Index labels (2 pieces)									Write-protect adhesive
									seals (4 pieces)

Instructions

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NAMES OF PARTS

CAMERA

	Selftimer/Remote control signal
Control panel (P. 26)	(P. 76/138)
	Remote control window
Zoom lever	(P. 79/141)	Diopter
(P. 62/133)
		adjustment dial
Flash		(P. 39)
(P. 64)
		Strap hook
		(P. 27)

Connector

cover

Lens

Microphone (P. 100)

Extension flash connector cover (P. 90)

(The connector is located beneath the cover.)

AC adapter connector

(P. 30)

A/V output connector

(P. 124)

USB connector

(P. 182)

Connector cover

Computer connector Card compartment (RS-232C) (P. 182) cover (P. 32)

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

Spot/Macro button (P. 68) /

Print button (P. 168)

Viewfinder (P. 25)

LCD monitor (P. 26)

Battery compartment cover (P. 28)

Mode dial (P. 37)

Jog dial (P. 44)

Shutter release button (P. 39)

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)

Battery compartment open/close	Threaded mount (bottom)
switch (bottom) (P. 28)

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY

Orange lamp (flash) (p. 64)

Green lamp (p. 48/57)

Autofocus mark (p. 48/53/131)/

Backlighting correction mark (p. 65)

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NAMES OF PARTS (Cont.)

CONTROL PANEL

Flash exposure correction (P. 86)

Slow shutter synchroniza-

tion flash (P. 88)

Battery check (P. 41)

Manual focus (P. 71/135)

Card error

Flash mode

(P. 227)

(P. 64)

White

Macro mode

balance

(P. 69)

(P. 82/142)

ISO

Spot metering

(P. 84/144)

mode (P. 68)

Exposure

Sequential

compensation

shooting (P. 74)

(P. 63/134)

Selftimer/

Auto bracket

Remote control

(P. 76/138)

(P. 80)

Number of storable pictures (P. 42)

Recording mode

(P. 105/149)

Sound record (P. 100)

Writing (P. 49)

LCD MONITOR

(Record mode)

(Display mode)

Sound record

Exposure

Shutter speed

Movie picture

compensation/

Random print

Protect

Photo mode

Exposure

Battery

Aperture

differential

P F2.8 1/800 +2.0

HQ

Recording

check

mode

12.23.,00 21:56 10

Time Frame

Number of storable pictures

Date

number

Image memory blocks

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ATTACHING THE STRAP

Attach the strap to the strap hook on the camera.

Caution:

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

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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.

1	Make sure that the camera
	power is off.
2	Slide the opening and closing
2	switch on the battery cover in
	the direction of	.
3	Slide the battery cover in the
3	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.
4	Insert the batteries with their
	poles oriented in the right
	direction.

	4
When using AA	When using lithium
batteries	battery packs

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

5Close 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.

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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)

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

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AC wall outlet

Power plug

		Connection
		cord plug
		AC adapter
AC adapter		connector

Note:

Make sure that the camera power is off.

Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet.

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

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

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

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