Olympus C-3040 ZOOM Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL CAMERA

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.

	1.Getting Started							P.27
								P.51
	2.Shooting and Playback Basics
								P.75
	3.Focusing
								P.87
	4.Custom Photography
								P.125
	5.Using Flash
	6.Displaying, editing and							P.139
	erasing your pictures
	7.Print settings							P.159
								P.171
	8.Mode setup
	9.Downloading Images to a							P.195
	Computer
	10.Miscellaneous							P.207

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

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 have a question 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 prior written permission from Olympus.

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

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

•Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

Trademarks

Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh™ is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

All other brand names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the “Design Rule for Camera File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics Industry Development Association (JEIDA).

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A guide to reading these instructions

These Instructions consist of the chapters listed below. You can also locate information on camera operation using the index provided on page 224.

	The	1. Getting Started	Describes the preparations required before	P.27-
	Basics		you can use the camera.
		2. Shooting and	Describes the basic procedures for using	P.51-
		Playback Basics	the camera to take pictures.
	Taking	3. Focusing	Describes various ways of focusing the camera.	P.75-
			Explains how to use the camera to control
		4. Custom	the type of shot, the brightness and expo-	P.87-
	Pictures	Photography	sure, and the color and quality so that you
			get exactly the shot you want.
		5. Using Flash	Describes how to take pictures using the	P.125-
			built-in flash and external flash units.
	Display	6. Displaying, editing and	Describes how to display pictures you have	P.139-
		erasing your pictures	shot and how to edit recorded movies.
	Camera		Describes the settings used to print the pic-
		7. Print settings	tures you have taken, using a printer or print	P.159-
			service that supports DPOF.
	Settings
		8. Mode setup	Describes the mode settings that are avail-	P.171-
			able on this camera.
	Using	9. Downloading	Describes how to download your pictures	P.195-
		Images to a
	Images	Computer	and movies to your computer.
	Miscellaneous	10. Miscellaneous	Provides information on topics such as trou-	P.207-
			bleshooting and cleaning the camera as
			well as the camera specifications.

Conventions used in these instructions

In these Instructions, the icons described below are used to draw your attention to warnings or other useful information regarding the use of the camera.

This camera provides some functions that apply only to still

images, and others that apply only to movies. The icons at left are used to show clearly the type of images with which a function can be used. The icon denotes a still image function, while the icon indicates a movie function.

P A/S/M From Chapter 2 forward, these icons are shown at the beginning of each procedure. Set the Mode dial to the icon shown.

This indicates information you need to be aware of when using a particular function. Read this information before using the function. Indicates information that will enable you to use the function more effectively. Reading these notes will ensure that you get

the most out of your camera.

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Important safety instructions

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:

•Adjust 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 RS-232C serial cable or USB cable should be used to connect the camera to a personal computer (PC).

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: C-3040Zoom

Trade Name:	OLYMPUS
Responsible Party:		Olympus America Inc.
Address:	2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157
	U.S.A.
Telephone Number:		631-844-5000

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

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Important safety instructions

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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Important safety instructions

1Read All Instructions — Before you use the product, read all operating instructions.

2Save These Instructions — Save all safety and operating instructions for future reference.

3Heed Warnings — Read carefully and follow all warning labels on the product and all warnings described in the instructions.

4Follow Instructions — Follow all instructions provided with this product.

5Cleaning — Always unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to clean this product.

6Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus.

7Water and Moisture — Never use this product around water (near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or swimming pool).

8Location — To avoid damage to the product and to avoid personal injury, never place this product on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, table or cart. Mount only on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket. Follow the instructions which describe how to safely mount the product, and use only the mounting devices recommended by the manufacturer.

9Power Sources — Connect this product only to the power source described on the product label. If you are not sure about the type of power supply in your home, consult your local power company. Refer to your operating instructions for information on using the product with batteries.

10Grounding, Polarization — If this product can be used with an optional AC adapter, the adapter may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug, a plug with one blade wider than the other. This safety feature allows the plug to fit into the power outlet only one way. If you cannot insert the plug into the wall outlet, pull it out, reverse it, and then insert it again. If the plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician and have the receptacle replaced.

11Protecting the Power Cord — The power supply cord should be routed so it will not be walked on. Never place a heavy object on the power cord and never wrap the power cord around the leg of a table or chair. Keep the areas around the power cord connection points, at the power outlet and at the product connection, free of all obstacles.

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Important safety instructions

12Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using the optional AC adapter, unplug the adapter power cord from the wall outlet immediately. To avoid damage from unexpected power surges, always unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from the camera when the camera is not in use.

13Overloading — Never overload wall outlets, extension cords, power strips, or other power connection points with too many plugs.

14Foreign Objects, Spillage — To avoid personal injury from fire or electrical shock from contact with internal high voltage points, never insert a metal object into the product. Avoid using the product where there is a danger of spillage.

15Servicing — Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Attempting to remove the covers or disassemble the product, could expose you to dangerous high voltage points.

16Damage Requiring Service — While using the optional AC adapter, if you notice any of the conditions described below, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel:

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

b)If the product has been exposed to water.

c)If the product does not operate normally while following operating instructions. Adjust only the controls described in the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls could damage the product, requiring extensive repair work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.

d)If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

e)If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for servicing.

17Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, make sure that the service center uses only parts recommended by the manufacturer to ensure that the replacement parts have the same characteristics as the originals. Unauthorized substitution of parts could cause a fire, electrical shock, or create other hazards.

18Safety Check — Upon completion of servicing or repairs, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in good working condition.

19Heat — Never use or store this product near a heat source such as a radiator, heat register, stove, or any type of equipment or appliance which generates heat, including stereo amplifiers.

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Important safety instructions

WARNING!

•Keep batteries away from children.

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

•Dispose of lithium batteries promptly and safely in compliance with local laws regarding the disposal of such items.

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

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

•To ensure good contact, wipe the battery with a clean, dry cloth before use.

•To avoid short circuiting the +/– sides of the battery, never handle a lithium battery with a metal tool, tweezers, etc.

Danger: If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, serious injury or death may result.

Warning: If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, injury or death may result.

Caution: If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or the loss of valuable data may result.

Handling Batteries

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

DANGER

1When using NiMH batteries, use only Olympus brand NiMH batteries and charger.

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

3To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all instructions regarding the use of batteries. Never attempt to disassemble a battery or modify it in any way, with soldering, etc.

4Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal objects like jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.

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Important safety instructions

5Never heat batteries or incinerate them.

6Never attempt to connect a battery directly to a power outlet, or to a cigarette lighter in a vehicle.

7If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold running water and seek medical attention immediately.

WARNING

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

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

•Use only batteries recommended for use with this product.

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

•Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and uncharged batteries, batteries of different manufacture or capacity, etc.).

•Never attempt to charge alkaline or lithium batteries.

•Load batteries carefully as described in the operating instructions. Never reverse their polarity when loading.

•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.

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

4Before loading, always inspect batteries carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality.

5Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a child accidentally swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately.

6If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately.

7Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera, never insert anything (other than the recommended battery) into the battery compartment.

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Important safety instructions

CAUTION

1Olympus NiMH batteries are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras. Never use these batteries with any other device.

2Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.

3Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and uncharged batteries, batteries of different manufacture or capacity, etc.).

4Always charge sets of batteries (2 or 4) together.

5Always charge NiMH batteries before using them for the first time, or if they have not been used for a long period.

6While the camera is not in use, always remove the batteries to prevent accidental leakage which could damage the battery compartment.

7If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or in any other way becomes abnormal during operation, stop using the camera and consult your dealer or an authorized Olympus service center. Continued use may result in fire or electric shock.

8Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.

9Batteries may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, never remove them immediately after using the camera.

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Important safety instructions

Handling the Camera

WARNING

1Use caution when taking flash pictures at close range. When you fire the flash, you must be at least 3ft. away from the faces of your subjects, especially when taking pictures of infants and small children. Firing the flash too close to the subject's eyes could cause a momentary loss of vision.

2To avoid damaging your eyes, never aim the camera directly into the sun, or any other extremely bright light source.

3To avoid causing a fire or explosion, never use the camera near flammable or explosive gases.

4Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury:

•Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation.

•Accidentally swallowing a battery or small part.

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

5To avoid the hazards of fire or electrical shock, store the camera in a cool, dry location where it will not be subjected to high humidity or dust.

6To avoid minor burns, never cover the flash with your hand when it is fired. Never touch the flash unit after continuous use. The flash unit becomes very hot during continuous operation.

7If the camera is accidentally dropped in water, or if liquid is spilled into the camera, stop using the camera, allow the camera to dry, and then remove the batteries. Contact the nearest Olympus authorized service center.

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Important safety instructions

CAUTION

1During operation of the camera, if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around the camera, immediately switch the camera off, disconnect the optional AC adapter (if it is connected), and allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool. Take the camera outdoors, away from flammable objects, and carefully remove the batteries to avoid burning your hands. Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately.

2Never attempt to disassemble the camera. The internal circuits contain high voltage points which could cause serious burns or electrical shock.

3To avoid dangerous electrical shock, never hold or operate the camera with wet hands.

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

CAUTION

Camera Care and Storage

•Never store or use the camera for long periods in locations subject to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme variation in temperature, or strong shocks and constant vibration. Protect the camera at all times from dust and sand.

•Never store the camera near any type of appliance or equipment which generates high temperatures, low temperatures, high or low humidity, or a strong magnetic field. Never use the camera in a factory or laboratory where flammable gases are present.

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

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

•Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the batteries. Select a cool, dry location for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it is operating normally.

•When the camera is mounted on a tripod, adjust the tripod head to reposition the camera; do not twist the camera.

•Never touch the flash after it has been fired. Avoid using the flash for extended periods. Allow it to cool occasionally between shots.

•To avoid injury from electrical shock, never attempt to disassemble or modify the camera in any way.

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Important safety instructions

CAUTION

Selecting Batteries for Your Camera

•This camera can use four AA NiMH batteries, four AA Alkaline batteries, four AA lithium batteries, four AA NiCd batteries, or two CR-V3 lithium battery packs. Use of Olympus brand batteries is strongly recommended.

•Alkaline battery performance is limited, especially at low temperatures. And it may runs out extremely shorter period than CR-V3 or NiMH. Using NiMH batteries is recommended.

•AA manganese batteries cannot be used with this camera.

•Always follow the battery recommendations and loading instructions. Incorrectly loading the batteries could cause the batteries to leak or overheating.

•When using the camera on battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and extra batteries as warm as possible. Batteries which run down at low temperatures may be restored after they are warmed at ambient temperature.

•Perspiration or oil from your hands on the battery contacts could prevent them from operating. Before loading batteries, wipe the terminals with a dry, clean cloth.

•Before going on a long trip, especially before traveling abroad, purchase an ample supply of extra batteries. The recommended batteries may be difficult to obtain while traveling.

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

•Before using NiMH or NiCd batteries, always read the instructions provided with purchase of these batteries.

•To avoid personal injury or damage to the camera, always inspect batteries before loading. If you notice leaking, damage to the battery cover or insulation, discoloration, warping or any other abnormality do not use the batteries.

•Recommended temperature ranges for NiMH batteries:

Operation.....................................	32° ~ 104°F
Charge.........................................	32° ~ 104°F
Storage ........................................	–4° ~ 86°F

•Using, charging, or storing the batteries outside these ranges could shorten battery life or affect battery performance. Always unload the batteries from the camera before storing the camera and batteries for a long period.

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Important safety instructions

NOTES

LCD Display and Backlight

●Do not point the viewfinder towards strong light like the sun, as this may damage interior of the viewfinder.

●The backlight built into the monitor and control panel has a limited service life. When the monitor gets dark or flickers, consult your nearest Olympus dealer.

●In places subject to low temperatures, the backlight may take a long time to turn on or its color may change temporarily. When using the camera in extremely cold places, it is a good idea to occasionally place it in a warm place. A backlight exhibiting poor performance due to low temperatures will recover in normal temperatures.

●Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a Display mode failure or damage to the monitor.

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

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

●The LCD display is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light may appear constantly on the LCD display. Due to its characteristics or the angle at which you are viewing the monitor, the spot may not be uniform in color and brightness. This is not a malfunction.

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Contents
Legal and other notices............................................................................	2
Trademarks ...............................................................................................	2
A guide to reading these instructions..............................................................	3
Conventions used in these instructions....................................................	3
Important safety instructions............................................................................	4
Radio and Television Interference ............................................................	4
Handling batteries ....................................................................................	8
Handling the camera ..............................................................................	11
LCD Display and Backlight ....................................................................	14
Contents .........................................................................................................	15
Main features..................................................................................................	20
Checking the package contents....................................................................	21
Names of parts...............................................................................................	23
Camera ...................................................................................................	23
Viewfinder ...............................................................................................	24
Control Panel Display .............................................................................	25
Monitor Display .......................................................................................	25
1 Getting Started .......................................................................	27
Attaching the strap and lens cap ..................................................................	28
Loading the batteries .....................................................................................	29
Life of the lithium battery pack (Included) .............................................	32
Using a domestic AC wall outlet ............................................................	33
Inserting and removing SmartMedia cards ...................................................	35
Inserting a card.......................................................................................	36
Removing a card ....................................................................................	37
Setting the date and time...............................................................................	38
Using the Mode dial.......................................................................................	41
Using the menus ............................................................................................	42
Shooting menu options ..................................................................................	46
Still picture shooting menu .....................................................................	46
Movie Record menu................................................................................	47
Playback menu options..................................................................................	48
Still picture playback menu ....................................................................	48
Movie playback menu.............................................................................	49

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2 Shooting and Playback Basics .............................................	51
Switching on and off ......................................................................................	52
Checklist before shooting ..............................................................................	54
Checking the remaining battery charge.................................................	54
Checking SmartMedia card status (Card check)...................................	55
Checking the available shots/time..........................................................	56
Adjusting the viewfinder.................................................................................	58
Holding the camera .......................................................................................	58
Pressing the shutter button ............................................................................	59
Shooting .........................................................................................................	60
Taking still pictures .................................................................................	60
Taking pictures using the monitor...........................................................	63
Shooting movies .....................................................................................	65
Checking and erasing photographed images...............................................	67
Displaying pictures (Quick View)............................................................	67
Playing movies........................................................................................	69
Erasing pictures (One-frame erase) .......................................................	71
Using the zoom ..............................................................................................	72
Using the flash (Auto-Flash) ..........................................................................	73
3 Focusing ..................................................................................	75
Focusing on difficult subjects (Subjects not suited to autofocus).................	76
Working range................................................................................................	77
Focusing on off-center subjects (Focus lock) ...............................................	78
Focusing faster (Full-time AF) ........................................................................	79
Selecting a focusing area (AF MODE)...........................................................	81
Focusing manually (Manual focus) ................................................................	82
Focusing on close-up subjects (Macro mode)..............................................	84
Zooming in further (Digital Zoom mode) .......................................................	85
4 Custom Photography .............................................................	87
[Type of Shot]
Setting the "A/S/M" dial functions...................................................................	88
Controlling the depth of field (Aperture Priority mode)..................................	89
Capturing movement (Shutter Priority mode) ................................................	90
Selecting the aperture and shutter speed manually (Manual mode)............	91
[Brightness and Exposure]
Shooting at stepped exposures (Exposure compensation) ..........................	92
Continuous shooting at stepped exposures (Auto Blacket)..........................	93
Measuring the subject brightness (Spot Metering mode).............................	95
Using Spot Metering in Macro mode .....................................................	97

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Taking pictures with pre-fixed exposure ........................................................	98
Setting the [OK] button functions (Setting AE Lock)..............................	98
Taking pictures with the exposure locked (AE lock) ..............................	99
Measuring the average brightness (Multi-metering) ............................	101
Locking the ISO value (ISO setting) ............................................................	103
[Color and Quality]
Selecting the color tone (Preset White Balance) .........................................	105
Setting the color tone (Quick Reference White Balance) ............................	107
Adjusting the color tone (White Balance Correction) ..................................	109
Setting the recording quality (Quality setting) .............................................	111
[Other Types of Shots]
Taking sequential shots (Sequence mode) .................................................	113
Using the self-timer and remote control ......................................................	115
Using the self-timer to take pictures.....................................................	116
Using the remote control to take pictures ............................................	117
Using special effects (Function mode)........................................................	118
Panorama mode...........................................................................................	120
Selecting Audio Record mode.....................................................................	122
Adding voice comments when taking pictures ...........................................	122
Selecting audio recording when shooting movies (Movie sound recording)....	124
5 Using Flash ...........................................................................	125
Selecting the flash firing pattern ..................................................................	126
Firing the flash automatically (Auto-Flash) ...........................................	127
Reducing red-eye (Red-Eye Reduction mode) ....................................	127
Using flash for all shots (Forced Flash mode) .....................................	128
Preventing flash firing in dark conditions (Flash Off mode) .................	128
Setting the flash brightness (Flash intensity control)...................................	129
Selecting the flash timing (Slow Synchro) ...................................................	131
Using external flash...............................................................................................	133
Using the FL-40 external flash.......................................................................	133
Using only the FL-40 external flash ...............................................................	135
Using a different external flash......................................................................	136
Supported different flash units ......................................................................	138

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6 Displaying, editing and erasing your pictures ..................	139
Displaying multiple images at one time (Index playback)....................................	140
Selecting the number of images displayed concurrently (4, 9 or 16)...........	141
Enlarging images (Close-up playback).................................................................	142
Displaying images as a slide-show (Automatic playback) ...................................	143
Preventing unintentional erasing of images (Image protect) ................................	144
Viewing images on a TV ........................................................................................	145
Displaying image information................................................................................	147
Displaying image information for pictures.....................................................	148
Displaying image information for movies ......................................................	148
Adding voice comments to recorded pictures (Postrecording)............................	149
Editing recorded movies (FUNCTION)..................................................................	150
Creating an index ..........................................................................................	150
Editing movies ...............................................................................................	153
Erasing all images (All-frame erase) .....................................................................	155
Initializing cards (Formatting) ................................................................................	157
7 Print settings ........................................................................	159
Printing methods....................................................................................................	160
Printing all the images on a card (All print order) .................................................	162
Printing only selected images (Single print order)................................................	164
Printing some images enlarged (Trimmed print order) .........................................	167
Resetting print reserve ..........................................................................................	169
8 Mode setup ...........................................................................	171
MODE SETUP - Using function settings for easy camera operation ....................	172
List of mode settings .....................................................................................	173
Restoring the original settings when the camera is switched off (ALL RESET) ....	175
Selecting the settings when the camera is switched on (Custom settings)....	177
Setting the image clarity (Sharpness)..........................................................	179
Setting the image contrast (Contrast)..........................................................	180
Setting the resolution for TIFF mode (TIFF Settings) ...................................	181
Setting the resolution and quality for SQ mode (SQ1/SQ2 Settings) ...........	182
Changing the camera's warning tone (Beep) .............................................	184

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Displaying images during image recording (REC VIEW) ............................		185
Saving/erasing images right after shooting (CHECK) .................................		186
	When you select CHECK......................................................................	186
	When you use Auto Bracket .................................................................	189
Changing the way file names are assigned to recorded images (File Name setting)....		191
	Folder names and file names ...............................................................	191
	Assiging folder names and file names in each mode..........................	191
Adjusting the Monitor brightness (Adjust monitor) ......................................		193
Changing the dis distance units (m/ft setting).............................................		194
9	Downloading Images to a Computer..................................	195
Downloading images to your computer.......................................................		196
	Connecting the camera to a computer to download pictures .............	196
	Downloading pictures directly from a card ..........................................	197
Connecting to a computer using the communication cable .......................		198
	Connecting via a USB cable ................................................................	198
	Connecting via a serial cable ...............................................................	201
Downloading images using CAMEDIA Master ............................................		204
Overview of the CAMEDIA Master functions ...............................................		206
10	Miscellaneous .......................................................................	207
Troubleshooting............................................................................................		208
	Camera operation problems.................................................................	208
	Problems with images...........................................................................	212
Camera maintenance and storage ..............................................................		214
	After-use camera care ..........................................................................	214
	Cleaning the camera ............................................................................	214
Equipment that can be connected to this camera (System expansion chart) ...		215
Error codes...................................................................................................		216
Optional items ..............................................................................................		218
Compatibility of the picture data..................................................................		218
Specifications...............................................................................................		219
Glossary of terms.........................................................................................		222
Index ............................................................................................................		224

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Main features

■The camera has a high-resolution CCD with a total pixel count of 3.34 million pixels and large-aperture lens (f/1.8) which enable you to capture high quality images.

■A 3x zoom lens and a digital zoom lens with a maximum magnification of 5x (recording size of 640 x 480) allow you to capture images of the same quality achievable with a 15x zoom.

■A maximum continuous shooting speed of 3.3 frames per second is possible.

■Quick Reference white balance and white balance correction have been added to the list of white balance functions. As a result, you can carry out precise color correction.

■The camera is equipped with a USB function. Simply connect the cable to easily download image data to your personal computer.*

■Other Functions

–Multi-metering, which allows you to determine the exposure based on metering values from as many as 8 points.

–Wide-angle TFT LCD monitor.

–Exposure modes that can be selected to suit your shot. (Program, Aperture Priority mode, Shutter Priority mode and Manual).

–A movie function is installed on the camera.

–Voice comment recordings (still pictures) and audio sound recordings (movies) are available.**

–A/V output jack provided for viewing pictures on TV (NTSC).

–You can use either a USB cable or a serial cable to connect the camera to a personal computer.

–SmartMedia cards can be used as the recording media.

■In addition to lithium battery packs, AA-size nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) can also be used.

*Depending on your personal computer, it may be necessary to install a USB driver.

**It is not possible to play back audio recordings on this camera. Connect the camera to a TV or a personal computer to play back audio recordings.

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Checking the package contents

Camera

Strap

Remote control

A/V cable

USB cable

Warranty and user registration card	Lens cap
	Lens cap cord
CR-V3 Lithium Battery Pack (2)	Instructions and English Quick Start
	Guide

Software CD’s
(including windows 98 USB driver
installer software)	Remote Control Instructions

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Checking the package contents

SmartMedia card (1)

Static-free SmartMedia case

SmartMedia labels (2)									SmartMedia write-protect stick-
									ers (4)

SmartMedia Instructions

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Names of parts

Camera

	Self-timer/Remote control lamp
Control panel (P.25)	(P.116, 117)
	Remote control receiver
Zoom lever	(P.117)
(P.72, 86, 140, 142)	Diopter adjust-
Flash (built-in)	ment dial (P.58)
(P.73, 125)
	Strap eyelet
	(P.28)
	Connector
	cover

Lens

Microphone (P.122, 149)

5-pin external flash socket (P.133)

DC IN jack (P.33)

A/V output jack

(P.145)

USB connector

(P.198)

Connector cover

Card cover (P.36)	Serial connector (RS-232C)
	(P.201)

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Names of parts

(Flash mode button / P. 73, 125)
(Erase button / P. 71)		Mode dial (P.41)
(Spot/Macro button / P. 84, 97)	Arrow pad
(Print button / P.160)	(P.43)	Shutter button (P.59)
Viewfinder
(P. 58, 60)
		(OK button / P.44)
		AEL (AE lock button / P.98)
Monitor (P. 25)		(Protect button / P.144)
		(Monitor button / P.63)
Battery compartment		Card access lamp
		(P. 61)
cover (P. 29)
Bottom view		(Menu button / P. 42)

Battery compartment lock	Tripod socket
(P. 29)

Viewfinder

Orange lamp (P. 60, 73)

Green lamp (P. 55, 59, 60)

AF target mark (P. 60, 74)

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Names of parts

Control Panel Display

Flash intensity control (P. 129)

Slow synchro (P. 131)

Battery check (P. 54)

Manual focus (P. 82)

Card error

Flash mode

(P. 55, 216)

(P. 73, 125)

White bal-

Macro mode

ance

(P. 84)

(P. 105)

ISO indicator

Spot Metering

(P. 103)

mode (P. 95)

Exposure com-

Sequence

pensation

mode (P. 113)

(P. 92)

Self-timer/

Auto bracket

Remote control

(P. 115)

(P. 93)

Number of storable pictures (P. 56)

Recording mode

Sound record (P. 122, 149)

(P. 111)

Card writing (P. 60, 63, 65)

Monitor Display

(During Shooting)

(During Playback)

Shutter speed Exposure com-

Sound record

Movie picture

Shooting mode

pensation/Expo-

Aperture

sure differential

Print reserve

Protect

P F2.8

1/800 +2.0

Battery

HQ

Record

AE lock

AEL

check

16ft

mode

AF target

10ft

5.5ft

mark

2.6ft

MF

Manual

12.23.,00

21:56

10

focus

Frame

Date

Time

Number of storable pictures

number

Memory gauge

•Other data from when the shot was taken can also be displayed during image playback. (P.147)

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Chapter

1Getting Started

• This chapter describes the things you need to know before you can use your camera. These include the procedures for loading the batteries and SmartMedia card and for using the Mode dial and menu screens.

CAMERA DIGITAL OLYMPUS

1

Started Getting

Attaching the strap and lens cap

Use the procedure below to attach the strap and lens cap to the camera.

1	Thread	the	cord through
	the lens cap in the direc-
	tion indicated by the arrow
	in the figure.
2	Thread the strap through
	the lens cap cord.
3	Then	thread the		strap
	through strap mount.
4	Thread the strap through
	the loop and fastener as
	indicated by the arrows in
	the figure. Then check that
	the strap does not loosen
	or come		undone	when
	pulled.
5	Repeat steps 3 and 4 to
	attach	the	strap	to the	Fastener
	mount on the other side of				Strap eyelet
	the camera.

•When the camera is hanging by its strap, ensure that it is not weighed down by other objects. This could result in personal injury or damage to the camera.

•Take care to attach the strap correctly as described above. If the strap is attached incorrectly in any way and the camera comes loose or is dropped as a result, Olympus accepts no liability whatsoever for any injury or damage that may arise.

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Loading the batteries

The camera uses 2 CR-V3 lithium battery packs or 4 AA-size nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries, nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries.

1Check that the Mode dial to “OFF”.

2Slide the battery compartment lock towards the icon.

3Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction indicated by the arrow on the cover.

4Open the battery compartment cover.

OFF

P

3 4

	A
P	/S		I
	/M	L
		A
OFF			D
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			D
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1

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5 Load the batteries.

● If you are using lithium battery packs, ensure that you load the battery packs in the correct direction, as shown in the figure at right. If you try to load a battery pack backwards, it will only go in partway.

5 If you are using lithium battery packs.

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		Loading the batteries
		● If you are using AA-size bat-
		teries, ensure that battery
		polarities (+ and -) are as
		shown in the figure at right.
	1	6 Close the battery compart-
	Getting	ment cover by pressing it
		down onto the batteries and
		sliding it in the opposite
	Started	direction to the arrow on the	5	If you are
		cover.

● Pressing on the edge of the

battery compartment cover will make it more difficult to close.

6

● The cover is locked in the closed position.

7 Slide the battery compart-

ment lock towards the

7

icon.

•CR-V3 lithium battery packs cannot be charged.

•Do not attempt to remove the labels from CR-V3 lithium battery packs. Where the terminals are covered with a protective sticker (insulating cover), peel off that sticker only.

•The performance of alkaline batteries varies greatly and is particularly poor at low temperatures. The use of lithium battery packs or NiMH batteries is recommended.

•Do not use manganese batteries. Please read the notes on handling batteries. (P.8)

•Soiling on the terminals inside the battery compartment will shorten the life of the batteries considerably. Take care not to touch the inside of the battery compartment when removing the batteries.

•If the camera is left for 1 hour with the batteries removed, all the internal set-

30	tings revert to the default settings.