Olympus D-460 User Manual

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.

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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 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.

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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
All other brand names and product names are registered.

™

is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.

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

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 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.

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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.

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.

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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

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.

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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.

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CONTENTS

Important safety instructions.......................................................2

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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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CONTENTS (cont.)

Slide-show mode......................................................................92

File number display ..................................................................93

Card setup................................................................................94

All-frame erase .....................................................................94

Card format...........................................................................96

Index-Display adjustment.........................................................98

LCD brightness.........................................................................99

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STORING DATA FOR PRINTING PICTURES.....101

Printing pictures......................................................................102

Card print................................................................................103

Card print menu..................................................................103

Date-print (card)..................................................................104

Print-reserve (card).............................................................105

Printing with the P-330N/P-330..............................................107

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USING A PERSONAL COMPUTER....................109

Computer system requirements..............................................110

Installing provided software ....................................................111

Connecting to a personal computer........................................112

Using a personal computer.....................................................113

Transferring data from SmartMedia........................................114

PC Card Adapter.................................................................114

FlashPath Floppydisk Adapter............................................114

Using CAMEDIA Master .........................................................115

Processing images using CAMEDIA Master...........................117

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MISCELLANEOUS..............................................123

Questions and answers..........................................................124

Troubleshooting......................................................................126

System chart...........................................................................130

Error codes.............................................................................131

Optional items.........................................................................132

Notes on display and backlight...............................................132

Compatibility of the picture data.............................................133

Specifications .........................................................................134

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MAIN FEATURES

The 1,310,000-pixel CCD delivers the highest picture

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quality in its class.
The Olympus high-resolution 3X optical zoom lens plus

n

the Digital Tele mode* make possible photographs
equivalent to 6X zoom.

Olympus high-recording mode lens equals those found

n

on single lens reflex cameras.
A removable SmartMedia (SSFDC) memory card (with

n

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

n

be viewed on a TV. (P. 90)
In addition to an optical viewfinder, a 1.8" (4.5 cm) LCD

n

monitor is provided for more flexibility when composing
shots and viewing images (can be enlarged 3 times).
(P. 87)

You can make prints at a lab that supports the Digital

n

Print Order Format system.

* Available only in the Standard Quality mode.

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PREPARATION

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

CHECKING THE CONTENTS

Made in Japan

Made in Japan

Camera

Strap

Video cable

RS-232C PC serial cable

Conversion connector for
Apple Macintosh computer

CR-V3 lithium
battery pack
(2 pieces)

Instructions/Warranty card

SmartMedia (SSFDC-8MB)

Static-free case

Instructions

Write-protect adhesive
seals (4 pieces)

Software CD
(containing
software)

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Index labels (2 pieces)

NAMES OF PARTS

CAMERA

Shutter release button
(P. 36)

Zoom lever (P. 51)

Lens barrier (P. 42)

Card compartment
cover (P. 28)

Lens

Video output
connector
(P. 90)

AC adapter
connector
(P. 27)

Control panel (P. 23)

Flash (P. 52)

Connector cover

Computer connector
(RS-232C) (P. 112)

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NAMES OF PARTS (cont.)

Flash mode button (P. 53)
/Erase button (P. 89)

Viewfinder (P. 42)

Diopter
adjustment
dial (P. 36)

LCD monitor
(P. 44)

Selftimer button (P. 59)/
Print button (P. 103)

Macro/DigitalTele button(P. 57/58)/
Protect button (P. 88)

OK button (P. 30)

LCD monitor
ON/OFF button
(P. 31)

Menu button
(P. 37)

Jog dial (P. 37)

Battery compartment open/close
lever (bottom) (P. 25)

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY

Autofocus mark (P. 42)/Backlighting
correction mark (P. 54)

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Threaded mount (bottom)

Orange lamp (P. 52)

Green lamp (P. 42)

CONTROL PANEL

SQ

12. 23. ’00

23 : 45 122

Macro mode
(P. 57)

Exposure
compensation (P. 63)

Spot metering
mode (P. 65)

Sequential
shooting
(P. 73)

Selftimer (P. 59)

Flash mode (P. 52)

Card error (P. 131)/Card
function (P. 75)

LCD MONITOR

White balance (P. 69)

Recording mode (P. 67)

Writing (P. 42)

Battery check (P. 33)

Protect

Sharpness
(P. 77)

ISO (P. 71)

Number of
storable pictures
(P. 34)

Battery check

Date

Time

Recording mode

Frame number

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ATTACHING THE STRAP

Attach the strap to the strap hole 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 four AA NiMH, alkaline, lithium or NiCd batteries, or
two CR-V3 lithium battery packs.
Performance will be limited with alkaline batteries, especially in low
temperatures. NiMH batteries or CR-V3 lithium battery packs are
recommended.
Do not use manganese batteries; they may overheat and destroy the
camera.

2

1

Make sure that the camera
power is off.

2

3

AA batteries

CR-V3 batteries

4

Slide open the battery
compartment cover.

3

Insert the new batteries
correctly as shown and close
the battery compartment
cover tightly.

• When using Olympus CR-V3
batteries, insert each with its
CAMEDIA label facing the
front of the camera.

4

Slide the cover closed,
pressing . Do not push the
edge of the cover.

• If the cover is hard to close, do
not force it. Press the cover in
the direction of OPEN to close
it.

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LOADING THE BATTERIES
(cont.)

Note:

• Make sure that the power is off before loading the batteries.

• Do not touch the inside of the battery compartment.

• If the camera is left without batteries for approx. one hour, all the settings
will reset to the default.

• Read “BATTERY HANDLING” on page 8/13.

These batteries cannot be used.

Batteries whose body is not covered by the insulating
sheet at all.

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.

AC wall outlet

AC adapter
connector

AC adapter

Warning:

Incorrect use may cause a fire or electric shock.

• Be sure to use an Olympus AC adapter. Olympus is not
responsible for any damage caused by the use of other kinds of
AC adapters.

• Use an AC 120V power source.

• NEVER connect or disconnect the AC adapter with wet hands.

• If the cord of the AC adapter is hot, smells like smoke or is
emitting smoke, unplug it immediately and contact your nearest
authorized Olympus service center.

• Make sure that the camera power is off before connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Make sure the AC adapter is properly plugged into the outlet.

• When disconnecting, hold the body, not the cord, of the AC
adapter. Never pull, bend, twist or modify the cord.

• If there is any damage on the cord or if there is a contact failure,
stop using it and contact your nearest authorized Olympus
service center.

• Keep the AC adapter disconnected when the camera is not in
use.

Note:

• An Olympus 3V adapter cannot
be used.

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

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INSERTING SmartMedia

Insert the SmartMedia card in the direction shown.

1

Make sure that the camera

2

power is off.

2

Open the Card compartment
cover.

3

Insert the SmartMedia card
correctly as shown.

3

Insert SmartMedia.

Note:

Use 3V (3.3V) cards only. 5V cards cannot be used.

•

• Olympus brand cards are recommended (already formatted). Non­Olympus brand cards must be formatted by the camera.

• When using a special function SmartMedia card (optional), insert it in the
same way.

Caution:

NEVER open the card cover, eject the card, remove the batteries, or

•
pull the plug while the camera is in operation. It may destroy the data
in the card.

•

The card is a precision instrument. Handle it carefully and do not
subject it to physical shocks.

•

Do not touch the contact area of the card.

4

Close the cover tightly.

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ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME

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1/2

]

[

SLOW

]

[

FRAME No.

]

12. 23. ’00
23 : 34

CHANGE

END

No.

–M– –D– –Y–

12. 23. ’00
23 : 45

OK

SET

RETURN

You can adjust the date and time.

1

Close the lens barrier and
press the LCD monitor
ON/OFF button to turn on the
LCD monitor.

2

Press the Menu button to
display the Menu.

• See page 37 for how to use
the Menu.

3

Press the top/bottom arrows
on the Jog dial to select
MODE SETUP,then press the
right arrow.

4

Select the date order using
the top/bottom arrows on the
Jog dial. Press the right arrow
on the Jog dial to adjust the
first setting (month/day/year).

LCD monitor

2

1

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ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME

12. 23. ’00

23 : 45

OK

SET

RETURN

(cont.)

5

Press the top/bottom arrows
on the Jog dial to adjust the
first setting, then press the
right arrow on the Jog dial to
adjust the second setting.
Repeat until the minute is
adjusted.

5

6

LCD monitor

Caution:

• The adjusted date will be canceled when the camera is left without
batteries for approx. one hour (based on our tests). In such a case,
adjust the date again.

• ’00 will appear for the year

2000.

6

Press the OK button to save
the setting. Press again to
cancel the Menu.

• For accurate setting, press the
OK button when the clock hits
00 seconds.

• If the Menu button is pressed
before the OK button, the
setting and Menu mode will be
canceled.

Note:

• We recommend that you check the date and time before taking important
pictures.

• The setting will remain until it is readjusted.

• The clock will continue to operate correctly after the year 2000.

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