Olympus Zoom 60, Zoom 90, Newpic Zoom 90 Instructions Manual

INSTRUCTIONS

Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure

correct use.

Thank you fo r purchasing an Olympus 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.

WARNING

Ignoring this warning may
result in the death or serious

injury o f the user.

KEEP THE BATTERIES AWAY FROM FIRE.
NEVER TRY TO DISASSEMBLE, RECHARGE, OR
SHORT CIRCUIT BATTERIES.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE CAMERA;

IT CONTAINS A HIG H VOLTAGE CIRCUIT.

IF THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE CAMERA ARE
EXPOSED DUE TO DROPPING OR D AM AG E,
REMOVE THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY TO
PREVENT FURTHER USAGE.

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Before using your camera, read this manual carefully

to ensure correc t use.

We recommend that you take tes t shots to get
accustomed to your camera before taking important
photographs.

MAIN FEATURES

Built-in 30mm ~ 60 mm 2 X zoo m lens.
Us e IX240 cartridge film for simple one-touch film

loading.

Three types of prints (C, H, P) can be obtained by

setting the selector switch.

A magnetic head records important printing data on

the film.

use only processors displaying the
film development and printing.

mark when requesting

Symbols used in this manual:

Incorrect

Next operation
Manual operation

Operation order

Automatic operation

Indicator on

Indicator blinking

Attention

Depress halfway

Pay particular attention to items in this manual enclosed in
boxes .
Product shown in pictures and illustrations may be slightly

different from this unit.

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PREPARATIONS

BASIC OPERATIONS

Names and functions of parts ............................................. 6

Viewfinder display/LCD panel ............................................... 8

Cartridge ................................................................................. 9

Using the strap/Soft case .................................................. 11

Outline of operations ........................................................... 12

Loading the battery ............................................................. 15

Checking the battery .......................................................... 16

Points to remember ............................................................. 17

Loading the cartridge film .................................................... 19

Taking pictures ...................................................................... 21

Using the focus lock ............................................................ 24

After shooting ........................................................................ 25

Unloading the cartridge film ................................................ 26

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ADVANCED TECHNIQUES

CAMERA MAINTENANCE

Setting the print type ........................................................... 27

Using the landscape/flash modes ...................................... 32

Auto (Auto-flash) .................................................................. 33

Landscape ............................................................................ 34

Flash Off ............................................................................... 35

Fill-in (Forced Activation) ................................................... 36

Auto Slow ............................................................................. 3 7

Using red-eye reduction/selftimer ...................................... 38

Red-eye reduction .............................................................. 39

Selftimer .............................................................................. 40

Correcting the data .............................................................. 41

Printing the date and time ................................................... 42

Questions and answers ..................................................... 43

Care and storage ................................................................ 45

Battery handling .................................................................. 48

Troubleshooting ................................................................... 50

Specifications ..................................................................... 53

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

Zoom button (p. 21)

T — telephoto

W —

wide-angle
Mid-roll rewind button (p. 26)
Shutter release button

Ligh t sensor

Autofocus window

Lens

LCD

panel
Quartz date mode buttons (p. 42)
Red-eye reduction/selftimer button (p. 39)
Landscape/flash mode bu tton (p. 32)
Red-eye reduction/selftimer signal
Flash

Viewfinder

Lens barrel

Do not so i l as th i s can cause blurred pictures.

Wipe clean with a soft cloth.

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PREPARATIONS

Viewfinder

Flash in dica tor lamp

Battery compartment cover (p. 15)

Battery compartment cover release

Tripod socket

Print type selector switch (p. 27)

Power switch (p. 19)

Cartridge cover release lever (p. 19)

Strap eyelet

Cartridge cover

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VIEWFINDER DISPLAY

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY/LCD PANEL

LCD PANEL

The viewfinder format changes in accordance with the print

type selected (p. 27).

The LCD panel does not actuall y display all indications

simultaneously as shown.

Flash indicator lamp

Lights when flash is ready

to fire.

Close-up correction

marks (p. 23)

Autofocus frame

Position your subject

within the autofocus

frame.
H type
P type
C type

Battery check

Displayed only when

battery level is low (p. 16).

Flas h mode display
(p. 32)

Landscape mode display
(p . 3 4)

Red-eye reduction
display (p.39)

Quartz date mode
display (p. 41)

Cartridge mark

Lights when a cartridge is
loaded.

Exposure counter display

Selftimer display (p. 40)

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IX 240 Cartridge Film

Data disk
Cartridge spool

Lightlock door drive

Lightlock do o r
Cartridge spool
Cartridge label

Visual Exposure Indicator

Never apply undue force to the cartridge spool, lightlock door

drive or lightlock door because th i s can result in damage or

exposure of th e film. Using a damaged cartridge can cause

camera trouble.

Do not allow the data disk to become soiled because this can
render the cartridge unusable.

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CARTRIDGE

Understanding The Visual Exposure Indicator

Unexposed

Partially exposed

Exposed
Processed

Only cartridges with the (unexposed) visual exposure
indicator can be used w it h t hi s camera.
When a cartridge with other than the visual exposure indicator
is loaded, the camera will rewind the film an d set th e cartridge

to (exposed).

Take along plenty of film cartridges when traveling to foreign
countries and other areas where cartridge purchasing may be
difficult.
Do not forcibly move the visual exposure indicator because
th i s may damage the cartridge. Using a damaged cartridge
can result in camera trouble.

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USING THE STRAP/SOFT CASE

Attaching the strap.

The soft case can also be carried on a be lt.

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OUTLINE OF OPERATIONS

Basic Shooting Procedures

1.

2.

3.

4.

Loa d a battery (p . 15).

Turn on the power switch.

mark is not displayed on the LCD panel.

Open the cartridge cover (p. 19 ).

Insert a cartridge (p. 20).

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Make sure

5.

6.

7.

8.

Close the cartridge cover. The fil m will
automatically advance to the first

frame (p . 20).

Make sure the cartridge mark is lit
and the exposure counter display is

correct.

The exposure counter indicates the

number of exposures remaining.

Operate the zoom button to compose

the scene (p. 21).

Place the autofocus frame on the

subject on which you want to focus

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(p. 22).

9.

10.

11.

Press the shutter release button and take

the picture (p. 22).

The shutter will not release when the flash

indicator lamp is blinking.

When the film reaches the end it will
automatically rewind (p. 26 ).

Open th e cartridge cover and remove

the cartridge (p. 26 ).

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LOADING THE BATTERY

Use one 3V lithium Battery (CR-2)

1.

Open the battery compartment cover.

When replacing the battery, make sure to turn

the power switch OFF before unloading the

batteries.

Take care not to injure your fingernail

when opening the battery cover.

2.

Insert the new battery correctly as

shown and close the battery

compartment co v e r tightly.

Align the (+) and (-) directions of the batteries

correctly as shown.

Read "Battery Ha n dling" on page 48.

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CHECKING THE BATTERY

Turn the power switch ON and check the

battery condition.

Display

Meaning

mark not displayed.

mark blinks.

Exposure counter not

displayed.

Battery level is O K .

Battery power is low.

Battery is dead and should

be replaced immediately.

Note: Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long t rip

or when using the camera in cold weather. Adjust the data of
the Quarz Date every time the battery is replaced.

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POINTS TO REMEMBER

Ho ld the Camera Correctly.

1.

2.

3.

Correct.

Correct.

Incorrect.

Try not to hold the barrel. When set to TELE, the lens will
automatically return to WIDE after 3 minutes.

Keep your fingers and the strap away fro m the lens and fla sh .
As the focal length becomes larger. Camera shake or

movement becomes more no ticeable. Hold the camera firmly
with b oth hands while keeping your elbows at sides to prevent
the camera from shaking.

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Proper Shutter Release.

The shutter release button has two clicks. Practice
before loading the film.

1.

Depress the shutter release button
halfway to lock the focus.

Focus and exposure will be locked properly.

Make sure the flash indicator lamp n ext t o th e

viewfinder is lighted. This lamp go e s out quickly

in bright conditions.

2.

Depress the shutter release button fully

to release the shutter and take the

picture.

Cautions:

Press the shutter release button gently.

Avoid shaking the camera when pressing the shutter

release button to prevent blurry pictures.

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Make sure

LOADING THE CARTRIDGE FILM

This camera uses IX240 cartridges. Just load

the cartridge; the camera does the rest
automatically.

1.

Set the power switch to ON.

* Use only cartridges with the (unexposed)

visual exposure indicator. (p. 10)

Determine whether or not a cartridge is
loaded by checking the LCD panel

cartridge mark

The LCD panel is not displayi ng the mark.

Turn the cartridge cover release le ver
and open the cartridge cover.

2.

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Make sure

BASIC OPERATIONS

3.

4.

Insert the cartridge correctly and close

the cartridge cover.

The film will advance automatically to the

first frame.

Make sure the number of possible

exposures are displayed on the LCD

panel.

The mark will blink when no cartridge is

loaded or when other than an unexposed

cartridge is loaded.

If the film does not advance properly, will blink in the

exposure counter and the film will be rewound automatically.

When re wind ing is completed, a blinking

(processed) mark

will be displayed. If this occurs, remove and reload the

cartridge.

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TAKING PICTURES

1.

2.

Turn the Power switch to ON.

The lens barrier is open, the lens is extended

and the LCD panel is lighted.

Look through the viewfinder, press the
Zoom lever and compose the picture.

Do not look directly at the sun through the
viewfinder.

On TELE, the lens can zoom-in to 60mm.

On WIDE, the lens can zoom-out to 30mm.

The zoo m operates in five (5) stages.

When set to any focal length other than 30mm, the

lens will automatically return to the 30mm position
after approximately three (3) minutes.

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Make sure

3.

4.

5.

Position the subject inside the

autofocus frame.

Depress the shutter release button

halfway.

The shutter wil l not release while the flash

indi cato r lamp is blinking.
To take a picture w it h the subject outside the

autofocus frame as shown here, use the focus
lock (p. 24).

Depress the shutter release button fully

to take the picture.

The film will advance automatically to t he next

frame and the exposure counter disp lay wi ll be
reduced by on e (1).

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Working Distance

The focus range of the camera is 0.6 m (2ft) to

(infinity).

It is recommended that you use the Landscape mode (p. 34)

when taking pictures of scenery.

Before the shutter is released, t he image in the viewfinder will

become larger but this d oe s not affe ct the image in the
picture.

Focus is ad jus te d automatically by the autofocus but,

depending on the conditions, the autofocus may have
difficulty focusing on some subjects (p.43).

Close-up Correction

Picture frame

Close-up correction marks

Image area of picture at 0.6 m (2ft)

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The viewfinder's picture frame shows the area that can be shot
for subjects at However, the picture area will move lower in
the viewfinder as you get closer to the subject. At 0.6 m (2ft), the
shaded area is the actual available image area. In this case, the
subject should be positioned below the close-up correction

marks.

USING THE FOCUS LOCK

To avoid taking out of focus pictures.

The focus lock is used when the subject is outside

the autofocus frame.

1.

2.

Position the subject within the
autofocus fra m e and press t he shutter
release button half-way.

The exposure will also be locked at this time.
The autofocus lock is released when the finger
is removed from the shutter release button.

When the shutter release button is pressed, the

flash indicator lamp will light instantaneously.

Still pressing the shutter release button

lightly, recompose the scene as desired
and then fully press the shutter release
button to take the picture.

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AFTER SHOOTING

Turn the Power switch to OFF.

That the lens is retracted and the lens barrier is

closed.

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Make sure

UNLOADING THE CARTRIDGE FILM

The fil m w il l be rewound automatically when the
end of the roll is reached.

Wait until the sound of motor operation stops and blinks in
the exposure counter display, then open the c a rtridge cover
and remove the cartridge. The cartridge visual exposure

indicator will be set to (exposed).

Rewinding in Mid-roll

To rewind the film in mid-roll, use a pointed object

such as a ballpen to lightly press the mid-roll rewind
button.

The cartridge visual exposure indicator (exposed) is set

even when the film is rewound before the end is reached.
Because of that, cartridges cannot be re-used after being

rewound in mid-roll. However, the visual exposure of

cartridges that were rewound when no exposure have been
mad e will rema in (unexposed) This cartridge can be

use d even whe n rewound.

Do not forcibly move the visual exposure indicator because

this may damage the cartridge. Using a damaged
cartridge can result in camera trouble.

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SETTING THE PRINT TYPE

Setting The Print Type

Set the print type selector switch to the desired

type: C, H or P.

Print type selector switch

H type viewfinder
C type viewfinder
P type viewfinder

The print type setting is magnetically recorded

on the film. The number of exposures that can

be taken on a roll does not change when the
print type is changed.

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ADVANCED TECHNIQUES

Print area on film

Print

Print Type Setting Configuration

For H type prints, the images are printed without

change. With C type, the lef t and right sides of the
images are cut. With P type, the tops and bottoms of
the images are cut. The aspect ratios of th e three print
types are shown in the table below.

Print type

C type

H type

P type

Aspect ratio

Approx. 2:3

Approx. 9:16

Approx. 1:3

The negatives cannot be seen.

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Requesting Development and Printing

Use only processors displaying the mark when
requesting film developing and printing. The developed

film will be returned in the cartridge. The prints will be

marked wit h the same ID number found on the film, as

shown on page 30.

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Print rear surface (example)
Index prints (example)

ID number

Frame number

Date

Ask your local processor for details concerning

index prints.

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Making Additional Prints (Extra printing)

1. Mak e su r e t h at the cartridge ID number is the same
as the ID numbers on the backs of the regular prints
or index prints to be copied before taking the cartridge
to the processor.

2. Use the frame numbers p rinte d on th e backs of the
regular prints or index prints when ordering additional
copies.

Print prices will differ depending on the print type.
The handling of index prints will differ depending on

the processor.

Ask your local processor for details.

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LCD Panel Di spla y

USING THE LANDSCAPE/FLASH MODES

This

camera

has

four

flash

modes

an d a

landscape
mode. Use these modes in accordance with the
photographic conditions and yo u r purpose.

Setting The Modes

Each time the (Landscape/Flash Mode) button is
pressed, the mode will change sequentially as shown in

the table below.

The setting returns to Auto Flash when the Power switch is

set to OFF.

Mode
Auto Flash

Landscape
Flash Off

Fill-in
Auto Slow

Function/Application
The flash fires automatically when the light level is

low. (p.33)
For landscape photography. The flash does not fire.

(p.34)
For when you do not want to use the flash (p. 35).
The flash always fires when a picture is taken (p. 36).
Use when photographing people with a night

background (p. 37).

Warning Do not use the flash when extremely close to the
eyes of people and animals.

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AUTO

(Auto Flash)

In this mode, the flash fires automatically when the

light level is low. This mode should normally be used.

1.

2.

Press the (Landscape/Flash Mode)
button

and set

AUTO

(Auto

Flash).

Press

the

shutter

release

button

half­way. If the flash indicator lamp is on,
the flash wil l fire.

Fully press the shutter release button.

Flash Ind icator Lamp Indications

Lights: the flash will fire

Goes out: the flash will not fire

Blinks: the shutter cannot be released until the flash is

fully charged.

Flash Range (negative color film)

ISO

200

400

W (Wide angle)

0.6~4.4m (2ft~14.5ft)

0.6~6.3m (2ft~20.7ft)

T (Telephoto)

0.6~2.3m (2ft~7.6ft)

0.6~3.3m (2ft~10.9ft)

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LANDSCAPE

This mode is recommended fo r landscape

photography. The focus is set at a position f a rt h e r

away than normal, so landscapes c an be

photographed more cle arly.

Press

the

(Landscape/Flash

Mode)

button and set

(Landscape Mode).

The flash will not fire.
The shutter speed can be set to as slow as 1/6

sec. In dark places, it is recommended that a

tripod be us ed to avoid blurring due to camera

shake.

Moving subjects will be blurred when

photographed at the slower shutter speeds.

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FLASH OFF

Use this mode when you do not want to use the flash

even in a dark place. The flash will not fire even if the

light level is low. This mode can also be used in such

places as museums where flash is prohibited, for night
scenes, etc.

Press t h e (Landscape/Flash Mode)

button and set (Flash O ff Mode).

The shutter speed can be set to as slow as 1/ 6 sec.
It is recommended that a tripod be used to avoid
blurring due to camera shake.

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Use this mode when you want the flash to fire
regardless of lighting conditions. The flash will always

fi r e in t hi s mode. Th is mode i s useful for softening the

shadows of subjects in the shade of a tree, etc., with
backlit subjects, and under fluorescent and other

artificial lighting.

FILL-IN

Press

the

(Landscape/Flash

Mode)

button a nd set (Fill-in Mode).

Always ma ke sure the subject is within the flash

range (p. 33). The effect of the flash will be less

evident

in bright lighting.

(Forced Activation)

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AUTO SLOW

Both people a nd night scenes can be

clearly photographed in this mode.

When taking pictures of people with a night back-

ground, this mode produces clear images o f both.

Press

the

(Landscape/Flash

Mode)

button and set (Auto Slow Mode).

The shutter speed can be set to as slow as 1/6 sec.
It is recommended that a tripod be used to avoid
blurring due to camera shake.

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USING RED-EYE REDUCTION/SELFTIMER

This camera also has a (Red-eye Reduction/

Selftimer) mode.

Setting The Mode

Press the (Red-eye Reduction/Selftimer)
Mode button to set the modes in the

following sequence.

LCD Panel Display

(no display)

Mode

OFF

Red-eye Reduction (p. 39)

Selftimer (p. 40)

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RED-EYE REDUCTION

This mode is used to reduce the phenomenon which

causes eyes to appear red in pictures. The red-eye

reducing lamp lights before the shutter is released to
reduce this phenomenon.

Press the (Red-eye Reduction/Selftimer)
Mode button and set the (Red-eye

Reduction) mode.

The red-eye reducing effect wil l be reduced in th e

following cases.

1. When the subject is not looking directly at the red-

eye reducing lam p.

2. When the subject is f a r away.

Th e red-eye reducing effect differs depending on

ind i v i du a l differences.

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SELFTIMER

Include yourself in commemorative pictures.

1.

2.

Press th e (Red-eye Reduction/

Selftimer) Mod e button and set the

Selftimer mode.

Mount the camera securely on a tripod.

Aim the camera as desired and press
the shutter release button when ready.

8 sec.: Selftimer indicator blinks.

2 sec.: Lights.

Autofocus an d exposure are locked when the
shu tt er rele as e butt on is parti ally depressed.
After the shutter has been released, the camera
will return to the OFF mode.
The selftimer can be canceled during operation
by tu rning the Power switch to OFF.

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CORRECTING THE DATA

1.

2.

3.

Press

the

Mode

button

to

call

out the

date display.

(1)

Press

the

SEL

button

repeatedly

until

the data to be reset blinks.

(2) Use the SET button to set the desired

numerals.

Year/month/day and hour/minute are reset in

different modes.

When all of th e data has been reset,
press the SEL button until the data stops
blinking.

* Data is automatically compensated from the

year 1996 to 2035.

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PRINTING THE DATE AND TIME

Press

the

MODE

button

to

select

the

display

to be printed.

Each time the MODE button is p re sse d, t he display

will change in the sequence shown above.

No printing
Year/month/day
Month/day/year
Day/month/year
Hour/minute

The printing of dates is handled differently by
different processors. F or details, ask your local

processor.
Date data is recorded magnetically but is not

printed on the film.

Date data is recorded magnetically to enable
printing on either the front or the back of prints.

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q: What kind of subjects are difficult for autofocus? And

what should be done in such cases?

A: The following subjects are difficult for autofocus;

therefore, use the focus lock to focus on another sub je c t

at the same distance or, when the subject is at a

distance, use the Landscape mode.

1. Glossy subjects.

2. Black objects.

3. Scenes shot through glass or metal netting.

4. O b je c t s such as smoke or fire that have no substance.

5. Scenes in which the sun appears in the picture.

Q: When a cartridge is inserted, the motor can be heard but

the film does not advance.

A: Remove the cartridge and check the visual exposure

indicator. If the visual exposure indicator is set to O
(unexposed) re-insert the cartridge; otherwise, insert a
new cartridge.

Q: What happens if the cartridge cover is opened with a

partially exposed cartridge inside?

A: Close the cartridge cover immediately. There is

possibility of the film i n the cartridge being exposed and
rendered useless; therefore, t he film will be rewound. In

such cases, insert a new ca rtridge.

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CAMERA MAINTENANCE

Q: How long will the battery last?
A: Approximately 10 rolls of 25-exposure film (50% flash

usage) can be taken. The battery may last even longer if

the flash and zoom are used infrequently.

Q : What should I do if the lens becomes dirty?

A: Use lens cleaner and lens tissue and gently wip e the lens

clean.

Q: When is the exposure metered?
A : When the shutter release button is partially depressed the

exposure is metered at the same time that the f ocu s is
adjusted. Both are locked while the shutter release button

is partially depressed.

Q: Does the flash become hot?
A: The flash can become hot if used continuously. At such

times stop using the camera briefly to give the flash time to
cool.

Q: Can reversal film be used?
A: Yes. However, the flash range wi l l be approximately 70%

of that for negative film.

Q: Is it possible to change the print type (C, H, P type) when

having copies made?

A: Yes. However, this is handled differently by different

processors. For details, ask your local processor.

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CARE AND STORAGE

1.

2.

3.

4.

Do not touch the front surface of the flash

after using the flash continuously in a short

time as the flash may be hot.

Do not leave camera in any place exposed
to excessive heat, humidity, or direct

sunlight--for example, in a car or on the

beach.

I f th e cam er a get s we t, w ip e i t wit h a dry

towel immediately. The salt in seawater can

be especially damaging.

Do not use organic solvents, such as alcohol
or paint thinner when cleaning the camera.

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5.

6.

7.

8.

Do not place the camera or film cartridge on

top of or near electrical appliances such as

TV sets, etc., or other objects with magnetic
properties.

Do not expose the camera to dust or sand as

this could cause serious damage.

Do not shake or shock the camera.

Do not apply excessive force to the lens

barrel.

Do not expose the camera to formalin or naphthalene.
Please keep the camera in a well-ventilated place.
Do not expose the camera to extreme heat (over 40°C/104°F)
or to extreme cold (below –10°C/40°F). Low temperatures,
even within this range, may sometimes cause deterioration in
battery performance, temporarily disabling the camera.

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When transporting the came ra from a cold place to a warm
place or in the event of a sudden temperature change, put
the camera into a plastic bag. This allows t he camera's
temperature to change slowly. Once the camera has
adjusted to the new temperature, you can remove it from the
bag and use it.
Keep your hair, hands, strap etc. away from the autofocus
window, lens, light sensor and flash.
Avoid leaving t h e camera unused for long periods of time.
This can cause mold to grow on the camera as well as other
problems. Try to press the shutter release button and check
the operation of camera before use.
Some airport X-ra y machines can damage th e f i lm in yo ur
camera. Try to avoid passing your camera through these
machines. Give to the security officer for manual inspection.
Thi s camera is controlled by a microcomputer. Problems with
the microcomputer can affect or stop camera operation. If
this happens, remove the batteries, then reload them and try
the camera again. Strong electrical fields can also interfere
with the operation of this camera so try to avoid places or
objects that generate such fields.
This camera is not suitable for professional use or for use

under severe conditions.

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BATTERY HANDLING

Use the batteries correctly. Incorrect usage can
result in leaking, heat and damage. When replacing
the batteries, make sure the plus (+) and minus (-)

terminals are correctly aligned.
Do not short, disassemble or charge the batteries.
Never throw batteries into fire because this can

result in spliting or explosion.
Store batteries out of the reach of children. If a
battery is swallowed, consult a physician

immediately.

Battery performance will drop temporarily at lower
temperatures. In cold areas, protect the camera by
using p r o t ec t i ve gear or placing it inside your
clothing. Even when performance drops due to low
temperature, it will be restored at normal
temperatures.

Sweat or oil on the plus ( +) and minus (-) terminals

can cause poor contact. Wipe batteries carefully
with a dry cloth befo r e use.

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We recommend that you carry spare batteries on

long trips, especially in foreign countries where

availability is questionable.

Please note that the battery supplied wi th the

camera is for test purposes only; therefore, the

service life cannot be guaranteed.

There is danger of battery leakage when the camera
is not used for an extended period; therefore,

remove the battery and store in a location with low

humidity and temperature of 20 degrees C or less.
Always observe the cautions listed on the battery.

Dispose of used batteries as prescribed by local

regulations.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

OPERATING PROBLEMS

The camera does no t work.

The power is OFF.

Set the power switch to ON. (p. 21)

The battery is loaded incorrectly.

Reload the battery correctly. (p. 15)

The battery is exhausted.

Replace the battery wi th a new one. (p. 16)

The battery performance has dropped due to cold.

Keep the camera w a rm while using it. (p . 48 )

The cartridge has been exposed and rewound.

Remove the cartridge. (p. 26)

The cartridge is inserted incorrectly.

Remove the cartridge and re-insert correctly. (p. 19)

The flash indicator lamp blinks and the shutter cannot be

released.
The flash is not yet completely recharged.

Remove your finger from the shutter release button, wait
several seconds until recharging is completed, and then take
the picture. (p. 33)

The flash will not fire even when the light level is l ow .

The Flash Off mode has been set.

Set another flash mode. (p. 35)

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You are using high-speed film.

Set the Fill-in mode and take the picture. (p. 36)

PROBLEMS WITH PICTURES

Some pictures are out of focus.

The camera moved when the shutter release button was

pressed.

Hold the camera correctly and press the shutter release

button gently. (p. 18)

The subject was outside the autofocus frame.

Position the subject in the center of the frame or use the
focus lock. (p. 24)
The lens or autofocus window was dirty.

Clean the lens and autofocus window. (p. 6)

A finger, etc., was in front of the autofocus window.

Hold the camera correctly, keeping the fingers, etc.,
away from the autofocus window. (p. 17)
The subject was closer than the minimum focusing

distance of 0.6m (2ft).

Position the subject 0.6m (2ft) or more away from the
camera and take the picture. (p. 22)

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You stood directly in front of the camera and pressed the
shutter release button when using the selftimer.

Press the shutter release button while looking through

the viewfinder, not when standing in front of the camera.

(p. 40)

The finished prints are dark.

Th e fingers, etc., were in front of the flash.

Hold the camera correctly so the flash is not covered by
the fingers, etc. (p . 17)
The subject was beyond the flash range.

Position the subject withi n the flash range. (p. 33)

The Flash Off mode was set.

Check the flash mod e a nd reset if necessary. (p. 35)
The picture was taken with backlighting.

Set the Fill-in mode a n d take the picture. (p. 36)

The colors in indoor pictures are not normal.

The color s were affected by the color of the indoor lighting.

Set the Fill-in mode and take the picture. (p. 36)

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SPECIFICATONS

Type: Fully automatic, autofocus lens-shutter camera

with built-in 30mm ~ 60mm zoom lens.

Film format: IX240 cartridge film.
Image size: 16.7mm x 30.2mm

Print type: Three selectabl e types (C, H, P) with

magnetic IX (information input) function.

Lens: Olympus lens, 30mm ~ 60mm, F4.5 ~ 8.5,

5 elements in 5 groups.

Zoom drive: Step zoom system.

Shutter: Electronically controlled lens shutter.

Shutter speeds: 1/6 sec. ~ 1/320 sec.

Focusing: Active type autofocus with focus lock.
Focusing range: 0.6m (2ft) ~ infinity. Landscape mode

Viewfinder: Real image type zoom viewfinder. C, H, P

print type selection.

Magnification: 0.32X~0.59X.

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View f i n de r displays: Autofocus frame, close-up

correction frame, flash indicator lamp.

Exposure control: Programmed AE, auto-flash at low

light levels.

Exposure counter: Subtractive type LCD panel

display.

Fil m speed range: Automatic setting.
Automatic setting range: IS050 ~ IS01600.
Film loading: One-touch insertion, automatic loading

(automatically advances to first frame when

camera back is closed).

Film advance: Automatic film winding.
Film rewind: Automatic rewind at end of roll. Mid-roll

rewind also possible.

Selftimer: Electronic selftimer with approx. 10 sec.

delay.

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Flash: Built-in flash.

Flash recycle time: approx. 8 sec. (with new battery at

normal temperature).

Flash range:

ISO200 negative col or :

WIDE: 0.6m ~ 4.4m (2ft~14.5ft)

TELE: 0.6m ~ 2.3m (2ft~7.6ft)

ISO400 negative color:

WIDE: 0.6m ~ 6.3m (2ft~20.7ft)

TELE: 0.6m ~ 3.3m (2ft~10.9ft)

Red-eye reduction lamp included.

Flash modes: Auto-flash

Fill-in

Flash Off

Auto Slow
Battery check: Displayed on LCD panel.
Power source: One 3V lithium battery (CR-2).
Dimensions: 114mm (W) x 62mm (H) x 39mm (D)

(4.5X2.2X1.5 in) (excluding protrusions).
Weight: 200 grams (7 oz) (not includin g battery ) .

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SPECIFICATIONS FOR DATE UNIT

Data recording method: Recording using magnetic IX

(information input) function.

Data coding: No data, year-month-day, month-day-

year, day-month-year and day-hour-minute.

External display of recorded data:

Always displayed on LCD panel.

Automatic calendar function:

Automatic compensation to the year 2035.

Power source: ordinarily used with camera body.

SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

WITHOUT ANY NOTICE OR OBLIGATION ON THE

PART OF THE MANUFACTURER.

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Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. [phone]

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

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