Olympus CAMEDIA D-460 ZOOM QUICK START GUIDE

PREPARATIONS TAKING PICTURES DISPLAYING PICTURES

INSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL CAMERA

ON THE LCD MONITOR STORING DATA FOR

PRINTING PICTURES USING A PERSONAL

COMPUTER MISCELLANEOUS

D-460ZOOM

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

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

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: D-460ZOOM 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.

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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 This camera uses four AA NiMH batteries, AA alkaline batteries, AA

lithium batteries or AA NiCd batteries. Two CR-V3 lithium battery packs can also be used. (Olympus brand recommended.)

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 instructions.......................................................2

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

Battery handling......................................................................8

Handling................................................................................11

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

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

Main features............................................................................17

PREPARATION......................................................19

Checking the contents..............................................................20

Names of parts.........................................................................21

Attaching the strap....................................................................24

Loading the batteries................................................................25

Using the AC adapter (optional)...............................................27

Inserting SmartMedia ...............................................................28

Adjusting the date and time......................................................29

Learning the basics ..................................................................31

Turning on the power............................................................31

Checking the card.................................................................32

Checking the batteries..........................................................33

Checking the number of storable pictures............................34

Holding the camera...............................................................35

Adjusting the diopter.............................................................36

Proper shutter release..........................................................36

How to use the Menu............................................................37

Turning off the power............................................................39

TAKING PICTURES...............................................41

Taking pictures..........................................................................42

Taking pictures using the optical viewfinder..........................42

Taking pictures using the LCD monitor.................................44

Quick view ............................................................................46

Focus lock ................................................................................47

Autofocus..................................................................................48

Working range..........................................................................50

Zoom ........................................................................................51

Using the flash..........................................................................52

Using the flash modes..........................................................52

How to select the flash mode ...............................................53

Auto-flash .............................................................................54

Red-Eye reducing flash ........................................................54

Fill-In flash ............................................................................55

Slow shutter synchronization flash .......................................55

Red-Eye reducing flash + Slow shutter synchronization

flash......................................................................................56

Off.........................................................................................56

Macro mode..............................................................................57

Digital Tele mode......................................................................58

Selftimer ...................................................................................59

Quick focus...............................................................................60

Record menu............................................................................62

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

Spot metering mode.................................................................65

Selecting the recording mode...................................................67

White balance...........................................................................69

ISO ...........................................................................................71

Sequence mode .......................................................................73

Panorama mode.......................................................................75

Sharpness ................................................................................77

File number...............................................................................78

Beep sound ..............................................................................81

Setting reset .............................................................................82

DISPLAYING PICTURES ON THE LCD

MONITOR..............................................................83

Displaying recorded pictures....................................................84

Index-display mode ..................................................................86

Close-up display mode (3x inspection).....................................87

Protection .................................................................................88

One-frame erase ......................................................................89

Connecting to a television ........................................................90

Display menu............................................................................91

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