Olympus OM-PC Operating Instructions

Thank you for choosing the Olympus OM-PC. This camera is equipped with a unique "ESP" (Electro-Selective Pattern) metering system. By combining this metering mode with the automatic film speed setting mode and programmed exposure mode, anyone can take perfectly exposed

pictures

with

ease.

Before

using

the

camera,

please read this operation manual carefully through while checking with your camera to become familiar with this versatile SLR.

Note: All the components of the Olympus OM-PC are carefully designed and their production and

assembly is strictly controlled to enhance the unmatched performance of the system. If any interchangeable lenses, flashes, or accessories other than Olympus products are used, Olympus cannot be responsible fo r poor results or damage of the OM-PC.

Correct

Attention

Incorrect

Press

lightly

Operation

Lamp on

Operation order

Lamp blinking

Automatic

operation

Continuous sound

Two-step operation

Reference

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< Preparations before Taking Pictures >

The Olympus OM-PC is basically designed for automatic f il m speed setting

with DX coded film.

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Mounting the Lens

Remove the rear lens cap.

1

Remove the body cap.

2

5

Align the red dots and rotate the lens clockwise

until it locks.

3

Remove

the

front

lens

cap.

tabs on the edges of the lens cap parallel with

"OLYMPUS").

4

(Press

Removing the Lens:

Press

the

lens

release

button

counter-clockwise.

and

in the

turn

mount

the

lens

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Loading the Batteries

Remove the battery cover.

1

Wipe battery surfaces clean. Make sure that +

signs are facing upwards. Replace the battery cover.

2

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Checking the Batteries

After inserting the batteries, always check as follows:

Rotate the mode selector dial to the "BAT-

TERY CHECK" position.

1

The

the battery voltage is sufficient.

If these signals are emitted intermittently, it means

2

that t he batteries are almost worn out. Replace them with new ones a s so on as possible.

audible

and

visual

signals

will

tell

you

that

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Setting the Camera for Automatic Film Speed Setting

With

DX

coded

film,

the

OM-PC

sets

the

film

speed

automatically.

Make sure the film you are using is marked

"DX".

1

If the film you are using is not marked "DX" refer

to page 25.

Set the film speed dial to

2

9

Loading the Film

Pull up on the rewind knob to open the camera

back.

1

Place

2

the

film

cartridge

shade.

in the

film

chamber.

Always load film in the

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11

Insert the film leader into the take-up spool.

3

Wind the fi lm and make sure the sprocket teeth

catch both the upper and lower film perforations.

4

Take up the slack by turning the rewind crank

clockwise.

5

Close

the

camera

back

until

it

clicks

6

Take two blank shots to bring the film to the

first frame.

7

Checking the type of film:

The film check window in the camera back will allow you to check the type of film loaded in the camera.

into

place.

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< Taking Photographs (I) >

This chapter explains how to take programmed automatic exposure pic-

tures with ESP metering. In th is mode, anyone can enjoy taking pictures wit h

ease, even in difficult lighting conditions such as backlight.

How to Take Programmed Automatic Exposure Pictures with ESP Metering

Make sure the camera is set for the ESP meter-

ing.

1

Set the mode selector dial to the "PROGRAM"

position.

2

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15

Set the lens to its minimum aperture, which is

the largest number on the aperture ring.

3

Press

the

viewfinder display.

shutter

4

Focus on your subject.

5

release

lightly

to

activate

the

The mark will appear in the finder when

ESP metering is adjusting the exposure.

6

Press the shutter release to take the picture.

7

(A built-in battery conserver turns off the viewfinder

display after 60 sec.)

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Rewinding the Film

When the exposure counter indicates the end of

your roll of film.

1

Push the "R" button.

2

Fold out the rewind crank and wind it until th e

film tension is released.

3

Open the camera back by pulling up on the

rewind knob and remove the film.

4

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< Taking Photographs (ll)>

This mode allows you to respond creatively to the photo situ atio n by fr ee

selection of the lens aperture, shutter speed and exposure compensation settings.

How to Take Aperture-Preferred Automatic Exposure Pictures

Set the mode selector dial to the "AUTO"

position.

1

Select the light metering mode.

2

ESP Metering.

"OTF" Light Metering (Center-

Weighted Average Metering)

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21

3

viewfinder display.

4

5

Set the aperture.

Basic aperture settings.

Press the shutter release lightly to activate the

Focus on your subject.

Press the shutter release to take the photograph.

6

If you see an overexposure warning signal (the

number

"1000"

number.

blinks),

If the shutter speed is too slow, set the apeture

to a smaller number to prevent camera shake.

set the

aperture

to a

larger

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Manual Exposure

position.

1

2

Set the mode selector dial to the "MANUAL"

Set the aperture.

Olympus OM-PC Operating Instructions

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

< Preparations before Taking Pictures >

Mounting the Lens

Loading the Batteries

Checking the Batteries

Setting the Camera for Automatic Film Speed Setting

Loading the Film

< Taking Photographs (I) >

How to Take Programmed Automatic Exposure Pictures with ESP Metering

Rewinding the Film

< Taking Photographs (ll)>

How to Take Aperture-Preferred Automatic Exposure Pictures

Manual Exposure