Olympus Mju 300 Digital, Mju 400 Digital, Stylus 300 Digital, Stylus 400 Digital Basic Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
APPAREIL PHOTO NUM
DIGITALKAMERA
CÁMERA DIGITAL

ÉRIQUE

BASIC MANUAL
MANUEL DE BASE
EINFACHE ANLEITUNG
MANUAL BÁSICO

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

ESPAÑOL

CONTENTS/TABLE DES MATIÉRES/INHALT/CONTENIDO

ENGLISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

FRANÇAIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

DEUTSCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

ESPAÑOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

MENU FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

SHOOTING BASICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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SELECTING A RECORD MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

PRINT SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

DOWNLOADING PICTURES TO A COMPUTER . . . . . 38

ERROR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

These instructions are only for quick reference. For more details
on the functions described here, refer to the “Reference Manual”
on CD-ROM.

This basic manual contains guidelines for using Olympus Stylus 300/400
DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL). Except where otherwise specified, the
explanations in the manual apply to both models.

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J Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.
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We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before
taking important photographs.

J These instructions are only a basic manual. For more details on the functions described

here, refer to the Reference Manual on the CD-ROM. For connection to the PC or
installation of provided software, refer to the Software Installation Guide included in the
CD-ROM package.

For customers in North and South America

For customers in USA

Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : Stylus 300 DIGITAL, Stylus 400 DIGITAL

Trade Name : OLYMPUS

RM-2 (Remote control)

Responsible Party : Olympus America Inc.
Address : 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York

11747-3157 U.S.A.

Telephone Number :631-844-5000

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

For customers in Canada

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

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For customers in Europe

“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European
requirements for safety, health, environment and customer protection.
“CE” mark cameras are intended for sales in Europe.

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.

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

• The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the “Design
Rule for Camera File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

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GETTING STARTED

J NAMES OF PARTS

Lens barrier

Turns the camera on
and off in the shooting
mode.

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Remote

control

receiver

Shutter button

Flash

Lens

Extends automatically
when you open the lens
barrier.

Self-timer/
Remote control
lamp

Card cover

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Connector cover

VIDEO OUT
jack

USB connector

DC-IN jack
cover

DC-IN jack (4.8V)

Arrow pad

The arrow pad is used as arrow keys, as well as function buttons. The , ,

, and marks indicate which arrow key to press.

Shooting mode button

Macro button

Self-timer button

Monitor

Battery compartment cover

Viewfinder

AF target mark

Flash mode button

Zoom button (W/T )

Strap eyelet
OK/Menu button

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Monitor button

(QUICK VIEW )

Playback button

Tripod socket

Orange lamp
Green lamp

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J MONITOR INDICATIONS

SHQ

Shooting mode

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2

3
4
5

6

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8

9

SHQ

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Still picture Movie

Items Indications

1 Shooting mode , , , , , ,

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2 Battery check ,

3 Green lamp

4 Flash stand-by/

Camera movement warning/ Flash

charge

5 Macro mode

6 Flash mode , ,

7 Sequential shooting ,

8 Self-timer

Remote control

9 Record mode SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2

10 Resolution 2272 × 1704, 2048 × 1536, etc.

11 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0

12 Metering

13 White balance , , ,

14 AF target mark [ ]

15 Memory gauge , , ,

16 Number of storable still pictures

Seconds remaining

1
2

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12
13

5
6

14

15

9

16

(Lights)

(Blinks)

16

16''

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13

14

15

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Playback mode

2048

1536

Screens with the information display set to ON are shown below.

1536

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1

4

5
6
7

8

9
10

1

2048

Still picture Movie

Items Indications

1 Battery check ,

2 Print reservation, Number of prints ×10

3Movie

4Protect

5 Record mode SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2

6 Resolution 2272 × 1704, 2048 × 1536, etc.

7 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0

8 White balance AUTO, , , ,

9 Date and time ’03.05.17 15:30

10 File number (still picture)

Playing time/Total recording time

(movie)

FILE: 100-0030

0"/20"

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Memory gauge

The memory gauge lights up when you take a picture or record a movie. While
the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture or the movie on the card. The
memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the
shooting status.
When the
off

whole memory gauge is lit

before taking the next shot.

, wait a few moments

until the lit area goes

When taking still pictures

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Shoot Shoot

Before shooting

(Gauge is off)

One picture

taken

(Lit)

Shoot

More than two

taken

(Lit)

Wait

No more pictures can be taken

(Fully lit)

Wait until the gauge returns to the

status on the left to take the next shot.

When recording movies

If you continue shooting

Shoot

Wait

Before

shooting

(Gauge is off)

During shooting (Lit)

• Shooting is not possible until the lit area goes off completely.

• Movie recording ends automatically when the whole memory gauge
is lit.

Battery check

If the remaining battery power is low, the battery check indication on the
monitor changes as follows when the camera is turned on or while the camera
is in use.

No indication

Lights (Green)
Pictures can be
taken.*

* Energy consumption varies greatly depending on the camera’s operational

status. The camera may turn off without displaying the low battery warning.

Lights (Red)
Remaining power level: low
Recharge as soon as
possible especially for
extended use.

Recharge as soon as possible.

Green and orange lamps on right
of viewfinder blink
Remaining power level:
exhausted
Replace with a charged battery.

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Weatherproof feature

The camera is weatherproof and is not damaged by water spray from any
direction. However, it cannot be used underwater. Observe the following
precautions when using the camera.
Olympus will not assume any responsibility for malfunction of the camera
caused by water getting inside as a result of misuse by the user.

• Do not wash the camera
with water.

• Do not drop the camera
into water.

• Do not take pictures
underwater.

• The camera loses its waterproof capability if the battery compartment
cover, connector cover or DC-IN jack cover is open. Make sure that all
the covers are closed before using the camera.

• Wipe any water off the camera before changing the battery or card.

• Keep the lens out of the water when taking pictures. (The camera may
not focus correctly.)

• If the camera gets splashed, wipe the water off as soon as possible with
a dry cloth. Salt water spray or droplets can cause damage to the camera
if the camera is not wiped dry as soon as possible.

• Do not apply excessive force to or attempt to peel off the rubber packing
of the battery compartment cover, connector cover or DC-IN jack cover.

• If the rubber packing becomes worn or damaged, contact your nearest
Olympus service center. (A charge is made for replacement of parts.)

• If the rubber packing of the battery compartment cover, connector cover
or DC-IN jack cover contains dirt or sand, wipe it off before closing the
cover, otherwise water may get inside the camera.

• The rechargeable battery and other camera accessories are not
weatherproof. Care should be taken when using the accessories.

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J ATTACHING THE STRAP

Thread the short end of the

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strap through the strap eyelet.

Thread the long end of the strap

2

through the loop that has
already gone through the eyelet.

Pull the strap tight, making

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sure that it is securely fastened
and does not come loose.

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J CHARGING THE BATTERY

This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-10B). The battery is
dedicated to this camera and other batteries do not work. The battery is not
fully charged when the camera is purchased. Fully charge the battery on the
specified charger (LI-10C) before first use. For details, read the charger’s
instructions (provided).

About the battery

Make sure that the + and – terminals of the battery
shown in the illustration on the right are correctly
oriented when loading the battery into the charger.

Charge indicator

When charge
indicator
changes from
red to green,
the battery is
fully charged.

Lithium ion battery

To the AC input connector

Strap eyelet

Connector terminals

Lithium ion battery

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Charger

AC cable

AC wall outlet

J LOADING THE BATTERY

Important

• Be sure to reset the date and time after changing the battery.

Make sure that:

1

• The monitor is off.

• The lens barrier is closed.

• The lamp on the right of the viewfinder is off.

Slide the battery compartment

2

cover in the direction of (the
direction indicated by the
mark on the cover), and lift it up in
the direction of .

Battery compartment cover

Insert the battery in the direction

3

shown in the illustration.

Close the battery compartment

4

cover so that it pushes the battery
down inside . While pressing the

mark, slide the cover in the

direction of .

• If the battery compartment cover seems

hard to close, do not force it. With the
battery compartment cover shut, press the mark firmly and push
in the direction shown in the illustration.

Connector terminals

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J INSERTING A CARD

“Card” in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card. The camera uses the card
to record pictures.

Make sure that:

1

• The monitor is off.

• The lens barrier is closed.

• The lamp on the right of the viewfinder is off.

Open the connector cover while

2

pressing the mark in the
illustration.

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Open the card cover by

3

pulling the card cover
catch towards you.

Face the card the correct

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way and insert it into the card
slot.

• Insert the card while keeping it straight.

• Inserting the card the wrong way or at an

angle could damage the contact area or
cause the card to jam.

• If the card is not inserted all the way,

data may not be written to the card.

Close the card cover.

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Card cover

Connector cover

Card cover catch

Index area side

Close the connector cover.

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• Press the mark in the illustration when

closing the connector cover.

Note

Do not close the connector cover without
first closing the card cover.

Removing the card

Open the connector cover and

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the card cover.

Push the card all the way in to

2

unlock it, then let it return slowly.

• The card is ejected a short way and then

stops.

Note

Releasing your finger quickly after pushing
the card all the way in may cause it to eject
forcefully out of the slot.

Hold the card straight and pull it

3

out.

• Do not press on the card with hard or pointed items such as ballpoint
pens.

Note

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J TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF

When shooting pictures

Power on: Open the lens barrier.

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Power off: Close the lens barrier slightly until it almost touches the

Note

The camera turns on in the shooting
mode. The lens extends and the
subject is displayed on the monitor.
If the lens does not extend when the
lens barrier is opened, there is a
possibility that the barrier is not fully
open. Open the lens barrier fully
until you feel it click.
When using the camera for the first time or after the camera has been
left for about 1 hour with the battery removed, the date and time are
reset. In this event, “SET DATE & TIME” appears on the monitor
when the camera is turned on.
Press to turn off the monitor. The camera is still on.

lens barrel.

The lens barrier stops just before it touches the lens and the
lens retracts. Wait until the lens is fully retracted before closing
the lens barrier completely.
The camera turns off. (The monitor also turns off.)

• Do not push the lens barrier forcefully against the lens as this may
damage the lens or cause it to malfunction.

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