Olympus E-10 Reference Manual

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OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD.

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OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.

Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 631-844-5000

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http://www.olympus.com

Digital Camera

Instructions

■ Thank you for purchasing this digital Olympus camera.

■ Before you use this camera, read this manual carefully .

■ We recommend that you spend some time taking test shots and experimenting with all of the features before you take important pictures.

Instructions

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OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH.

(Letters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany.

http://www.olympus-europa.com

VT1621-01

Thank you for purchasing the Camedia E-10. To ensure years of reliable and enjoyable service, please read this instruction manual carefully and use the camera safely. Store this instruction manual in a safe location where you can find it for future use.

IMPORTANT NOTICES Legal and other notices

• The contents of this document are subject to change without prior notice.

• Although the contents of this document have been carefully checked to avoid errors, some may still occur. If you have a question about any point, or you find mistakes or omissions, please contact us.

• No par t 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, caused by erasing picture image data.

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 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 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.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Only the included USB cable should be used to connect the camera to a personal computer.

Trademarks

• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

• CompactFlash and CF are trademark of San Disk Inc.

• All other company and product names are registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: E-10 Trade Name: OLYMPUS Responsible Party: Olympus America lnc. 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.

Read This First!

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Follow these step-by-step instructions to set up the camera and take some pictures. You can start taking pictures right away, even if you are a beginner, using zoom, macro mode for close-ups, flash shooting, etc.

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Caring for Your Camera, Important Parts and Names

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Getting Started

Taking Pictures

(Shooting and Viewing Basics)

Shooting Techniques:

General Introduction

Distance and Focus

Features, How to Use This Manual

Read for more details about adjusting

Taking Pictures

camera settings manually if the results with the automatic features are not satisfactory, or to create special artistic effects in your pictures.

Brightness (Exposure)

Using a Flash

Color and Quality

Special Features

Playing back pictures for viewing on the camera monitor or processing pictures with the camera features.

Playing Back Images for Viewing

Managing Stored Pictures

Preparing pictures for printing, transferring pictures from memory card to a computer.

Selecting Pictures for Printing

Transferring Pictures to a Computer

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Basics for Everyone Advanced Features

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Appendices*, Glossary, Index

Monitor Menus

* Specifications/Available

Options/Image File Compatibility/Troubleshooting/ Camera Error Messages

CAMEDIA E-10 Features

Here is a quick summary of this camera’s most exciting features for professional photographers, publishers, advertisers, or anyone experienced with an SLR camera who wants to make the transition to a digital camera.

High Quality Images

• High Quality CCD with approximately 4 million elements.

• 4x zoom with f/2.0~f/2.4 ED lens, aspherical lens, fully multi-coated lenses. Reliable reproduction of beautiful, natural color.

• Highly acclaimed balance achieved with digital ESP metering, spot metering, and center weighted averaging metering, and a dual autofocusing system to cover low light and low contrast situations.

Functionality

• Approx. 60ms shutter release timing*; sequence shooting at 3 frames/sec (up to 4 frames).

• Even in the macro close-up mode, you can zoom on an area up to 20 cm (8 inches) from the lens of the camera.

• A wide choice of 5 different battery types.

• Durable, aluminum die-cast body.

• Compatible with SmartMedia, CompactFlash. (Compatible with Type I, Type II. Micro drive cannot be used.)

* Shutter release time after focus lock and full-press on the shutter button.

Operability

• Easy to use button layout allows easy settings and adjustments.

• Viewfinder with a focusing screen which allows you to confirm focusing in real time.

• Manual focusing for fine adjustment with a focusing ring.

• Shutter speed, aperture value, other image information displayed in viewfinder.

• Monitor allows waist-level view for composing pictures.

Expandability

• Complete conversion lens system.

• Optional power battery holder kit enables prolonged uninterrupted use.

• Remote cable with 2-step release, 1st half-press and then 2nd full-press.

• Synchro socket for a non-dedicated external flash unit, hot shoe for a generic or dedicated external flash unit.

• Allows easy connectivity to a computer with a USB interface.

How to Use This Manual

The sample page below shows you how the use this manual.

Setting Tables

Initial settings (defaults) are indicated in bold.

Indicates the corresponding step number of the procedure on the right.

Using the Menus

To open the next page of a menu in the direction indicated by the arrows , press the appropriate pointer on the arrow pad to move the highlighted green frame in order to perform settings.

Arrow pad

Press the black pointer. If more than one pointer is marked in black, press either pointer.

Procedures

Follow the numbered procedures. The numbers in the illustrations on the left correspond to the step numbers on the right.

Previous shot is not displayed.

Previous shot is displayed for as long as it takes for the image to be stored on the memory card.

Previous shot is displayed for 5 seconds.

Selecting Sharpness

Three settings are available for adjusting sharpness: HARD, NORMAL, and SOFT. SHARP sharpens the contrast at color borders to maximize the clarity of the image. NORMAL Enabled when you purchase the camera. Defines borders to achieve best focus fo printing the image. HARD Greatly enhances and sharpens borders. SOFT Softens borders slightly and is ideal for images that you intend to process with a computer graphics software application.

OFF

AUTO

5sec

Press the menu button .

The menu opens in the monitor.

On the arrow pad, press or to move

the green highlight to the sharp option mark .

On the arrow pad, press to move the

green highlight to HARD, NORMAL, or SOFT.

The mark is displayed in the control panel when a setting other than NORMAL is selected.

Press the button to select the setting.

The green highlight returns to the sharp option mark . Press button again to close the menu.

Note

• Selecting HARD could cause the image to appear rough.

Cautions and Notes provided at bottom of the page describe precautions and tips about using the camera.

Mode Dial Setting

Tells you the possible mode dial settings required to follow the procedure.

P (Program mode)

Camera automatically selects the best aperture value and shutter speed for the shot.

A (Aperture priority mode)

Allows you to set the aperture value (camera selects the shutter speed).

S (Shutter priority mode)

Allows you to set the shutter speed (camera selects the aperture value).

M (Manual mode)

Allows you to set both the shutter speed and aperture value.

(Playback mode)

Allows you to display on the

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monitor images of pictures you have taken.

When shooting mode is set for P, A, S, or M, rapidly press (Monitor button) twice to enter the playback mode.

(Print reserve mode)

Allows you to select images for printing on a DPOF printer or by a DPOF printing service.

(Setup/connection mode)

Select this setting before you connect the camera to a computer. Also displays the camera setup features after you press the menu button .

Move the mode dial to align the mark with .

OFF

This is only a sample, not a real page. Please do not attempt to execute the procedure described on this page.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS

Before you use this camera, read this manual and then store it in a safe location where you can find it for future use. We recommend that you spend some time taking test shots and experimenting with all of the features before you take important photographs.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.

A lighting flash with an arrowhead,enclosed in a triangle, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated voltage points inside the product which could cause a serious electrical shock.

An exclamation point enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product.

WARNING! TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT.

1. Read All Instructions - Before you use the

product, read all operating instructions.

2. Save These Instructions - Save all safety

and operating instructions for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - Read carefully and follow

all warning labels on the product and all warnings described in the instructions.

4. Follow Instructions - Follow all instructions

provided with this product.

5. Cleaning - 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.

6. Attachments - For your safety, and to avoid

damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus.

7. Water and Moisture - Never use this product

around water (near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or swimming pool).

8. Location - To avoid damage to the product and to avoid personal injury, never place this product on a 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.

9. Power 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.

10.Grounding, 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.

11.Protecting 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.

12.Lightning - 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.

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

14.Foreign 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.

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

16.Damage 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.

17.Replacement 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.

18.Safety 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.

19.Heat - 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.

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.

The DANGER indication alerts you to an

Danger

imminent hazard that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.

The WARNING indication alerts you to a

Warning

potential hazard that if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.

The CAUTION indication alerts you to a potential hazard that if not avoided may result

Caution

in injury or in property or equipment damage.

Handling Batteries

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

DANGER

1. If you use Ni-MH batteries, use only Olympus Ni-MH batteries and the recharging unit recommended for use with these batteries.

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

3. To 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.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS (continued)

5. Never heat batteries or incinerate them.

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

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

WARNING

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

2. To 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.

• Batteries with any par t of the outer seal

(magnetic insulation sheath) peeling off, or any battery split along the seam, can leak, generate heat, or explode.

• To prevent a fire or minor burns, inspect

batteries carefully before loading. Never load a battery if you notice that the insulation or protective covering is damaged in any way or if the battery cover is warped, even if the batteries are new. Batteries sold at stores may have these kinds of abnormalities. Never use these batteries.

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

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

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

6. If 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.

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

CAUTION

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

2. Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.

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

4. Always charge Ni-MH batteries before using them for the first time, or if they have not been used for a long period.

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

6. If 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.

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

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

Handling the Camera

WARNING

1. Use caution when taking flash pictures at close range. When you fire the flash, you must be at least 3 ft. 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.

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

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

4. Always 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.

5. To 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.

6. To 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.

7. If 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.

CAUTION

1. During 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.

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

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

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

Camera Care and Storage

Handling

• 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 button to make sure that it is operating normally.

• When the camera is mounted on a tripod, adjust the tripod head to re-position 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.

CAUTION

Selecting batteries for your camera

• This camera can use four AA Ni-MH batteries, four AA alkaline batteries, four AA lithium batteries, four AA Ni-Cd batteries, or two CRV3 lithium battery packs. Use of Olympus brand batteries is strongly recommended.

• Alkaline battery performance is limited, especially at low temperatures. Using Ni-MH 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS (continued)

• 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 Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries with a charger recommended for use with these batteries.

• Before using Ni-MH or Ni-Cd 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 Ni-MH batteries: Operation 32°~104°F Charge 32°~104°F Storage −4°~86°F

• Using, charging, or storing the batter ies 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.

• Alkaline batter y performance is limited by a number of factors: manufacturer, date of manufacture, warranty period, low temperatures. Battery service could be shortened by any of these factors. Generally alkaline batteries perform poorly at low temperature.

• Ni-MH batteries are rechargeable but chemical reactions could cause the battery capacity to deteriorate. The batteries can be recharged up to approximately 300 times, depending on operating conditions.

• If you use Ni-Cd batteries, make sure that you always fully charge 4 batteries at a time on a recharge unit rated for use with Ni-Cd batteries. If you do not use Ni-MH batteries for about 1 month, you may not be able to restore them to full power with one full recharge. You may need to recharge them several times to restore them to full power.

Monitor and control panel light

• The fluorescent lamp of the monitor and control panel has a long but limited service life. If either display becomes dark or begins to flicker, contact an Olympus authorized service center.

• At low temperatures, the light could be slow to light and the color could be different. When using the camera in cold weather, try to keep it as warm as possible. If you notice changes, normal operation will be restored after the camera is returned to a warm location.

• The monitor of this camera is a high precision device. However, you may occasionally notice residual display of frequently displayed images, and the color and brightness of the display could change with the angle of view. These phenomena do not indicate problems, but could occur with normal operation of the monitor.

Caring for Your Camera

Lens

• Purchase a standard camera lens blow brush and use it to keep the lens clean.

• To remove more difficult dust or foreign matter, use only a cleaning cloth or paper

intended for use with camera lenses to prevent scratching the lens.

• When the camera is not in use, cover the lens with the lens cover to protect it from scratches or other accidental damage.

Monitor

• Use only a cleaning cloth or paper intended for LCDs to clean the monitor.

General care tips

* Always protect the surface of the camera from water. * Never store the camera with mothballs. * Store the camera in a clean, dry, cool location that is not subject to wide variation in temperature

or humidity.

* If you store the camera for more than one month with the batteries removed, the date and time

settings will return to its factory default. This means that you will need to reset the date and time the next time you use the camera.

* After prolonged storage check the camera to make sure that it is operating correctly. (The growth

of mold, excessive dust, etc. could interfere with operation of the camera.)

* To prevent sand or dirt from interfering with the movements of the manual focusing ring and other

moving parts, keep the camera stored in a case or bag when it is not in use. Avoid using the camera in areas exposed to sand and dust.

Contents

CAMEDIA E-10 Features ...................................................................................................2

How to Use This Manual .................................................................................................... 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS............................................................................4

Caring for Your Camera...................................................................................................... 9

Important Parts and Names ............................................................................................. 14

Getting Started .................................................................................................19

Box Contents: Make Sure You Have Everything......................................................... 20

Attaching the Camera Strap ....................................................................................... 21

Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter ....................................... 22

Taking Pictures (Shooting and Viewing Basics) ........................................... 29

Inserting a Memory Card............................................................................................ 30

Setting the Shooting Mode and Switching the Camera On ........................................ 32

Checking the Battery .................................................................................................. 33

Checking the Number of Storable Pictures ................................................................ 34

When the Number of Storable Pictures Is Not Displa yed ........................................... 35

Holding the Camera ................................................................................................... 36

Pushing the Shutter Button ........................................................................................ 38

If You Cannot Take a Picture....................................................................................... 40

Enlarging the Subject (Zoom and Macro)................................................................... 42

Using the Built-in Flash .............................................................................................. 44

Viewing Pictures (Playback) ....................................................................................... 46

Protecting Pictures Deleting Single Pictures

Switching the Camera Off .......................................................................................... 52

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Shooting Techniques: General Introduction..................................................53

Shooting Portraits (Focused Subject, Blurred Background) ....................................... 54

Shooting Portraits (Shooting Backlit Subjects)........................................................... 55

Shooting a Subject in Daylight Shadow (Daylight Synchro) ....................................... 56

Shooting the Subject and Background Both in Focus ................................................ 57

Shooting Moving Subjects.......................................................................................... 58

Shooting Close-up...................................................................................................... 59

Shooting Night Scenes............................................................................................... 60

Shooting a Subject Against a Night Scene Background (Slow Synchronization)....... 61

Shooting Sunsets and Fireworks................................................................................ 62

Taking Pictures: Distance and Focus.............................................................63

Using Autofocus (AF) ................................................................................................. 64

Using Manual Focus (MF) .......................................................................................... 68

Taking Pictures: Brightness (Exposure) (Aperture and Shutter Speed) .......... 69

Setting the Shooting Mode ......................................................................................... 70

Aperture Values and Shutter Speeds Selected Automatically in the P Mode............. 71

Setting the Aperture Value.......................................................................................... 72

Setting the Shutter Speed .......................................................................................... 74

Selecting Aperture and Shutter Speed Manually ....................................................... 76

Selecting the Metering Method

Using Exposure Compensation .............................................................................79

AE Lock

Bracketing a Shot with Three Automatic Exposures ............................................. 81

Changing the ISO Setting .....................................................................................83

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Taking Pictures: Using a Flash .......................................................................85

Selecting a Flash Mode .........................................................................................86

Using Flash Control Compensation ......................................................................90

Using the Optional Dedicated External Flash FL-40 .................................................. 92

Using Other Flash Units with the Camera .................................................................. 94

Taking Pictures: Color and Quality.................................................................97

Achieving Natural Color (White Balance) ............................................................ 98

Using White Balance .......................................................................................... 100

Using Quick Reference White Balance

Using Preset White Balance .............................................................................. 102

Selecting Image Quality, Resolution, and Compression ... 103 Selecting Sharpness

Selecting the Contrast ........................................................................................ 107

Displaying the Histogram .................................................................................... 108

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Taking Pictures: Special Features................................................................111

Taking Multiple Exposures .................................................................................112

Using the Self-Timer ........................................................................................... 113

Using the Camera Remote Unit RM-1 ................................................................... 114

Using the Remote Cable RM-CB1 (Optional)........................................................... 116

Contents (continued)

Using Time-Lapse Photography .........................................................................118

Selecting a Card for Storing Pictures

Selecting the Shutter Sound Type and Volume .................................................. 122

Setting the Warning Sound ................................................................................. 124

Setting the Rec View Time

Setting the Date and Time .................................................................................. 126

Setting the Idle Time for the Sleep Mode ...........................................................128

Restoring All Default Settings

RAW Data Mode ................................................................................................. 131

Using an Optional Conversion Lens ..............................................................133

................................................................................. 125

+ .....................................................................130

.......................................................... 121

Playing Back Images for Viewing .................................................................137

Displaying Image Information ............................................................................138

Automatic Playback (Slide Show) ....................................................................... 140

Displaying Images on a TV Screen .......................................................................... 142

Adjusting Monitor Brightness

..............................................................................144

Managing Stored Pictures.............................................................................145

Copying Images to Another Card ....................................................................... 146

Deleting All Images ............................................................................................150

Formatting a Memory Card

Naming Image Files ...........................................................................................154

................................................................................ 152

Selecting Pictures for Printing......................................................................157

Selecting Pictures and Number of Copies for Printing ......................................... 158

Selecting All Pictures on a Card for Printing ......................................................160

Setting Up Index Printing

Selecting Pictures for Date or Time Stamping .................................................... 164

Printing with Olympus Printers ................................................................................. 166

....................................................................................162

Transferring Pictures to a Computer............................................................167

Transferring Images with a Computer Connection Kit .............................................. 168

Optional Devices for Card Reading.......................................................................... 172

Monitor Menus................................................................................................173

Monitor Menus .................................................................................................... 174

Appendices.....................................................................................................177

Appendix 1: Specifications .......................................................................................178

Appendix 2: Available Options..................................................................................180

Appendix 3: Image File Compatibility ....................................................................... 181

Appendix 4: Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 182

Appendix 5: Camera Error Messages ...................................................................... 189

Glossary of Selected Terms .......................................................................... 191

Index ...............................................................................................................196

Important Parts and Names

Metering mode button* ➝ 78

Drive button* ➝ 112, 113, 114

Remote cable jack➝ 116

Built-in flash ➝ 44, 85

Flash button ➝ 44, 89

Manual focus ring ➝ 68

Zoom ring ➝ 42

Exposure compensation button* ➝ 79

Macro button* ➝ 42

Flash synchro socket

(External flash connector) ➝ 95

Focus mode switch➝ 64, 68

Strap eyelet ➝ 21

DC IN jack cap

DC IN jack ➝ 27

Flash mode button* ➝ 86

Record mode button* ➝ 103

Control panel 16

Hot shoe ➝ 95

Monitor 15, 17

Sub dial ➝

Main dial ➝

Viewfinder 17

Diopter adjustment ring ➝ 36 Eyepiece shutter lever ➝ 37

See “Main dial and Sub dial” below.

White balance mode button* ➝ 98

Mode dial ➝ 3, 70

Power switch ➝ 32

AE lock button ➝ 80

Light button ➝ 32

Card access lamp ➝ 23, 39

SM/CF memory card button* ➝ 121

Card cover lock Card cover

See “Main dial and Sub dial” below.

➝ 30

Connector cover

Video OUT jack ➝ 142 USB connector ➝ 168

* Press and then turn the main dial or sub dial to operate.

Main dial and sub dial

You can use either the main dial or sub dial in almost all cases to select camera settings. Use whichever is more convenient for you. However, please remember that when the mode dial is set to M (Manual mode) the main dial is used to set the aperture value and the sub dial is used to select the shutter speed.

Monitor lock/release button ➝ 37

Allows you to raise monitor and change angle of view.

INFO button* ➝ 17, 68, 138

When the histogram is set to display, press to switch the histogram display on/off.

Erase button ➝ 51

Protect button ➝ 50

Monitor button ➝ 37

Press to switch monitor off/on. In P, A, S, or M mode press twice rapidly to enter playback mode, press again to leave playback mode.

Menu button ➝ 174

Press to open menu in the monitor.

OK button ➝ 174 Arrow pad ➝ 174

When using the menus, press the pointers on the arrow pad to move the green highlight to select options, and then press the OK button.

Monitor ➝ 17

If you press the monitor button with the mode dial set to P, A, S, or M, you can use the monitor like the viewfinder, with the mode dial set to playback you can view images of pictures that you have taken. If you press the menu button you can open and use the menus.

Shutter button ➝ 38

Remote control receiver/ self-timer lamp ➝ 113, 115

Strap eyelet ➝ 21

AF port ➝ 64

Quick reference white balance button ➝ 101

Lens

Tripod socketBattery compartment ➝ 23

Important Parts and Names (continued)

Control panel

Flash control ➝ 44, 85

Only (No Flash) is displayed when flash is not in use. Nothing displayed for Auto flash mode.

Slow synchro

Fill-in flash

Red-eye reduction

2nd-curtain

Shutter speed ➝ 74

Aperture value ➝ 72

Macro ➝ 42 Self-timer ➝ 113

Conversion lens ➝ 133

Remote control ➝ 114

Sequential shooting ➝ 112

Battery check ➝ 33

Selected memory card SmartMedia CompactFlash ➝ 121

Record mode

(TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ) ➝ 103

Image

Flash intensity control

Number of storable pictures ➝ 34

At power on, also displays a percentage for the battery check for the lithium polymer battery.

adjustment (sharpness, contrast) ➝ 106, 107

Card error ➝ 189

ISO (Displays setting other

than AUTO) ➝ 83

White balance (Displays setting other than AUTO) ➝ 100, 101, 102

Metering mode ➝ 78

Digital ESP metering Center weighted averaging metering Spot metering

Memory gauge ➝ 40

Displays the amount of camera memory currently in use. One bar lights for every picture taken and remains on until the picture is stored in the card and then goes out. With no bars lit, you can take up to 4 pictures. When all 4 bars are lit, you cannot take a picture.

Manual focus ➝ 68 Auto bracket ➝ 81

Exposure compensation/ Exposure level

In the P, A, S modes displays exposure compensation value. (➝ 79) In the M mode displays the exposure level (the difference between the selected and ideal exposure levels). (➝ 77)

Note

• If you half-press the shutter button, the viewfinder display will light on.

• After the camera is switched on, you will see “- - ” displayed for the aperture, shutter speed, and

exposure level settings until you half-press the shutter button. When you release the shutter-button from half-pressing, you will see “- -” displayed again after 8 seconds.

Viewfinder

Spot metering area ➝ 78

Indicates the area employed for spot metering when camera is in spot metering mode .

AF correct mark ➝ 64

After half-pressing shutter button, blinks until subject is in focus, and then lights when subject is in focus. Does not blink or light when camera is in manual focus mode.

Flash warning ➝ 39

Blinks to warn you that flash is required for the shot when builtin flash is closed (pressing the flash button raises the built-in flash), blinks while the flash is charging, and lights when flash is fully charged.

Shutter speed ➝ 74

Macro ➝ 42

AF target mark ➝ 36

Position this mark on the subject that you want to focus.

Aperture value ➝ 72

Metering mode ➝ 78

Center weighted

averaging metering

Spot metering Nothing displayed for digital ESP metering.

Exposure compensation/ Exposure level

In the P, A, S modes displays exposure compensation value. (➝ 79) In the M mode displays the exposure level (the difference between the selected and ideal exposure levels). (➝ 77)

AE (Automatic Exposure) Lock ➝ 80

White balance (Displays

setting other than AUTO) ➝ 100, 101, 102

Monitor Display (During Shooting)

Pressing the INFO button repeatedly switches the information displayed at the bottom of the monitor in this order: Information Display ➞ Shooting Distance Display ➞ Display Off.

Shooting distance ➞ 68 Displaying Image Information ➞ 138

Metering mode Exposure compensation/

Exposure level AE Lock

AF correct mark

Macro

Flash warning

Aperture value

Shutter speed

White balance

Getting Started

After you remove the camera from the box, first make sure that you have everything, then attach the camera strap and install the batteries provided with the camera.

In this chapter, you will learn how to install optional batteries not provided with the camera and how to connect and use the optional AC adapter which allows you to power the camera with house current.

How to use this manual

The following notations are used to alert you to important information to help you avoid personal injury, to prevent damage to the camera or the loss of valuable images, and to provide valuable hints and tips about using the camera.

Warning Ignoring a warning could lead to serious injur y or death. Caution Ignoring a caution could cause minor personal injury,

damage to the equipment, or the loss of valuable data.

Note Notes provide tips or hints about using the product more

efficiently and remind you of operational limitations.

If you experience a minor problem or if you see a term in text that you do not understand, refer to the Troubleshooting or Glossary sections provided at the end of this manual.

(➞ 12) This notation tells you the number of the page where you

BEFORE YOU USE THIS CAMERA, PLEASE READ ALL THE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DESCRIBED ON THE PREVIOUS PAGES.

can find more information about the procedure or feature described in the previous sentence or paragraph.

Box Contents: Make Sure You Have Everything

As you remove each item from the box, check it against the items described below to make sure that you have everything. If any item is missing or damaged, contact the dealer where you purchased the camera.

Camera

Remote control

Lithium battery packs (CR-V3)

SmartMedia card (1) SmartMedia Staticfree case (1) SmartMedia labels (2) SmartMedia protect seals (4)

Lens cap

Lens hood

USB cable

Strap

Video cable

Customer registration card Warranty card

• Camera instructions

• SmartMedia instructions

• Remote control instructions

• Software CD’s Windows 98 USB driver installer software CD

Attaching the Camera Strap

Attach the carrying strap to both sides of the camera.

Slide the end of the strap through

the strap eyelet on the camera.

As shown in the illustration, slide

the end of the strap through the sleeve and frame on the strap.

Slide the sleeve up to the eyelet.

Frame

Pull the strap tight around the

frame and make sure that it does not slip.

Repeat this procedure to attach the

other end of the strap to the other side of the camera.

Caution

• Please make sure that the strap is connected securely to the camera. Not attaching the strap, or attaching it incorrectly, could cause you to drop and damage the camera. Olympus can assume absolutely no responsibility for damages resulting from incorrectly attaching or not attaching the strap to the camera.

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Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter

The following five types of batteries can be used with this camera, or you can use the optional AC adapter to connect the camera to a household power outlet.

Battery T ype Battery Set Rechargeable Lithium battery pack CR-V3 (provided with camera) 2 NO AA Ni-MH batteries (sold separately) 4 YES AA Alkaline batteries 4 NO AA Ni-Cd batteries 4 YES Lithium polymer batteries (sold separately) (battery holder required)

1 YES

Caution

• To avoid damaging the camera from overheated batteries, never use AA manganese or AA lithium batteries with this camera. Always use identical batteries as a set, and never mix battery types.

• The lithium battery pack CR-V3 cannot be recharged.

• Performance of AA alkaline batteries varies considerably according to brand, battery age, and temperature. (Performance is particularly erratic at low temperatures.) In some cases these batteries may run down very quickly. We therefore recommend the use of Ni-MH batteries, lithium battery packs, or the lithium polymer battery in preference to AA alkaline batteries.

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Battery service life

The service life of batteries is affected by many factors: battery type, manufacturer, how and where the camera is used, and so on. Here are some general guidelines regarding service life of batteries. These general guidelines are neither a warranty or guarantee; they are provided only for general reference.

Battery Type Number of Storable Pictures* Lithium battery pack (CR-V3) Approx. 500 AA Ni-MH batteries

Note

The following conditions listed below could cause the batteries to discharge and consequently reduce the number of pictures that can be taken, even without taking pictures:

• Repeatedly half-pressing the shutter button or turning the manual focus ring.

• Repeatedly zooming on a subject.

• Leaving the monitor on for extended periods.

• Leaving the camera connected to a computer for a long period.

*1 Test Conditions

• Repeating 2 shot multiple exposures at 10 minute intervals until batteries are dead.

• Ambient temperature: 25°C (70°F)

• Flash intensity: 50%

• Zoom for each shot, 1 (no playback, no computer connection).

Approx. 200

Inserting the lithium battery pack (CR-V3)

OFF

Two lithium battery packs are required.

Caution

• The lithium battery pack CR-V3 cannot be recharged.

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Power switch

OFF

Power is OFF. Power is ON.

Battery compartment knob

OFF

Card access lamp

Make sure the white line on the

power switch is at the OFF position.

If the power switch is set to ON, move it to the OFF position.

Make sure that the card access

lamp is off.

If the card access lamp is blinking, wait for it to go off.

Raise the battery compartment

knob and turn it to the open position in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration.

Caution

• If you remove the battery case with the camera power on, the current mode and time will be reset. The picture just taken may not be stored on the card, and images already stored on the card could be damaged. Please make sure that the power switch is set to OFF.

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Power switch

Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter (continued)

Remove the battery holder.

If insulation seal is attached, peel it off.

Battery holder

Do not remove the seal.

Insert a battery into the battery

holder as shown in the illustration.

Gently press down on the battery

in the direction of the arrow until you hear it lock in place.

If you accidentally insert the battery reversed, you will not be able to fully insert it. In this case, remove it and insert it correctly.

Using the same procedure, insert

another battery in the other side of the battery holder.

Insert the battery holder (with

batteries inserted) into the bottom of the camera.

While pushing down on the battery

holder, turn the batter y compartment knob to the close position and push it down.

If you want to start taking pictures now, go on to the next chapter. (➞ 29)

Inserting AA Ni-MH (sold separately), Alkaline, or Ni-Cd

Make sure all the batteries in the set are the same type. Before inserting Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries, make sure that they are fully charged.

Insert the batteries as described in

the previous section for lithium

You may notice a gap after loading the AA batteries into the holder, but this is normal. The batteries will make proper contact when the holder has been inserted into the camera.

Battery holder

battery packs (CR-V3). (➞ 23)

Insert the batteries into the battery case with the polarity of each battery aligned correctly as shown in the illustration.

Note

• The appearance of the actual monitor menu display may be different from the illustrations.

Before loading batteries ...

Warning

Batteries with any part of the outer seal (magnetic insulation sheath) peeling off, or any battery split along the seam, can leak, generate heat, or explode. Never use damaged batteries in the camera. Store-bought batteries occasionally may be defective, with all or part of the magnetic insulation sheath peeling off. Never use batteries in this condition.

These batteries cannot be used:

All of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) is peeled off (bare batteries). Batteries with all or part of the electrical insulation sheath peeled off.

Part of the negative electrode is protruding although not covered by the seal.

The negative electrode (minus terminal) is flat and only partially covered by the seal (electrical insulation sheath). The negative electrode (the minus surface) is flat and not covered by the seal.

Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter (continued)

Inserting the optional lithium polymer battery (B-10LPB)

The rechargeable lithium polymer battery (sold separately) can power the camera for long periods. The lithium polymer battery is inserted into a power battery holder (B-HLD10) (sold separately) attached to the camera. For more details about installing and using the lithium polymer battery, refer to the lithium polymer battery and power battery holder instructions.

Power battery holder

Lithium polymer battery

Note Connecting the AC adapter with the battery installed

• The voltage of the dedicated AC adapter is higher than that of the batteries, so when you connect the AC adapter to the camera, power is supplied from the AC adapter and the battery power is not consumed.

• The voltage of the lithium polymer battery is higher than that of the dedicated AC adapter, so even when the AC adapter is connected to the camera, power is supplied from the lithium polymer battery. If the lithium polymer batter y is installed and you want to connect the AC adapter, first remove the lithium polymer battery.

Using the AC adapter (sold separately)

The optional AC adapter allows you to power the camera from a household power outlet.

Make sure the white line on the

OFF

DC IN jack

AC adapter power cord plug

power switch is at the OFF position.

If the power switch is set to ON, move it to the OFF position.

Make sure that the card access

lamp is off. Plug the AC adapter power cord

into a power outlet.

Power outlet

Warning Follow these simple guidelines to ensure safe operation of the camera.

• Use the correct AC adapter

To avoid damaging the camera, personal injury, or other unexpected problems, connect and use only the AC adapter recommended for use with this camera. Olympus can accept no responsibility for damage or injury caused by using an AC adapter that is not rated and approved for use with this camera.

• Use the correct power source

Use only the optional AC adapter intended for use with this camera. Use the AC adapter with this camera only in the country where you purchased it. The AC adapter is not rated for use with different power sources, which could vary widely in different countries. Before travelling abroad, purchase extra batteries. If you have any questions, contact an Olympus authorized service center.

AC adapter

On the lower left side of the

camera, locate the cover with the

mark and open it. Plug the other end of the AC adapter power cord into the DC IN jack.

Note

• The AC adapter may become slightly warm during prolonged use. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter (continued)

• If a malfunction occurs

If you notice that the AC adapter body or power cord is extremely hot, or if you notice any unusual odors or smoke around the AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter power cord from the power source immediately. Contact your dealer or an Olympus service center for assistance. Frequently inspect the AC adapter power cord. If you notice that the cable covering or plug is damaged in any way, immediately contact your dealer or an Olympus service center.

• Connecting and disconnecting the AC adapter

Always make sure that the camera is switched off before you connect/disconnect the AC adapter to/from the camera. Never handle the AC adapter power cord with wet hands. When connecting the AC adapter, (1) first plug the AC adapter power cord into the power outlet, (2) connect the other end of the power cord to the DC IN jack on the camera, and then (3) switch the camera on. Make sure that the power cord is securely plugged into the power outlet. To disconnect the AC adapter, switch the camera off, disconnect the power cord from the camera, and then unplug the power cord from the power supply. Grip the AC adapter, not the cord, when you unplug it. Never twist, bend, or pull on the power cord. Always unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet when the camera is not in use.

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