Olympus Camcorder D 300L User Manual

Digital Camera Instructions  
Preparations  
D-300L  
D-200L  
Taking pictures  
Displaying pictures on the  
LCD monitor  
Transferring images to a  
personal computer  
Before using your camera, read this manual  
carefully to ensure correct use.  
Others  
We recommend that you take test shots to  
get accustomed to your camera before  
taking important photographs.  
Serial number  
Digital camera  
CD-ROM  
6. Attachments  
Do not use attachments not  
10. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are  
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of  
the product and to protect from overheating, and these  
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings  
should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,  
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not  
be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or  
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the  
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.  
recommended by the product manufacturer as they may  
cause hazards.  
7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water  
— for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,  
or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming  
pool; and the like.  
8. Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable  
stand, tripod, bracket, table, or cart. The product may fall,  
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious  
damage to the product. Use only with a tripod, stand,  
bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the  
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting  
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.  
11. Power Sources — This product should be operated only  
from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you  
are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,  
consult your product dealer or local power company. For  
products intended to operate from battery power, or other  
sources, refer to the operating instructions.  
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with  
care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces  
may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.  
12. Grounding or Polarization — This product may be  
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a  
plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will  
fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety  
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the  
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to  
fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.  
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
(Symbol provided by RETAC)  
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Alternate Warnings — This product is equipped with a three-  
wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)  
pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.  
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into  
the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete  
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type  
plug.  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN WIRE  
GROUND CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION  
13. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be  
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or  
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying  
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience  
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the  
product.  
810-20)  
ELECTRIC SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING  
CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250. PART H)  
14. Protective Attachment Plug — The product is equipped  
with an attachment plug having overload protection. This is  
a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or  
resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is  
required, be sure the service technician has used a  
replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has  
the same overload protection as the original plug.  
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
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15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or  
cable system is connected to the product, be sure the  
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide  
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static  
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,  
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper  
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding  
of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of  
grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,  
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for  
the grounding electrode. See figure “Example of antenna  
grounding as per National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70”  
17. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be  
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other  
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such  
power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna  
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from  
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them  
might be fatal.  
18. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension  
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can  
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
19. Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any  
kind into this product through openings as they may touch  
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could  
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any  
kind on the product.  
16. Lightning — For added protection for this product during a  
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused  
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and  
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent  
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line  
surges.  
20. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product  
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to  
qualified service personnel.  
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21. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from  
the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel under the following conditions:  
23. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or  
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to  
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in  
proper operating condition.  
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the  
product.  
24. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat  
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the  
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that  
are covered by the operating instructions as an  
improper adjustment of other controls may result in  
damage and will often require extensive work by a  
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal  
operation.  
Note to CATV system installer  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s  
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines  
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable  
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the  
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.  
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any  
way.  
Radio and Television Interference  
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in  
performance — this indicates a need for service.  
Change or modifications not expressly approved by the  
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this  
equipment.  
22. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are  
required, be sure the service technician has used  
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have  
the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized  
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other  
hazards.  
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  
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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:  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the  
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les  
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and  
receiver.  
Connect the equipment into 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.  
WARNINGS  
• The lithium battery must only be replaced with a lithium  
battery model number CR2025 [3V]. Use of another  
lithium battery may present the risk of fire or explosion.  
• Keep the batteries away from children.  
• If a battery is swallowed, see a doctor immediately.  
• Dispose of used lithium batteries promptly, in a safe  
manner that complies with all applicable laws.  
• The lithium battery may present the risk of fire or chemical  
burn if mishandled.  
Only RS232C serial cable in the set should be connected to  
the camera and a PC.  
• Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212  
°F) or dispose of in the fire.  
• Before use, wipe the battery clean with a dry soft cloth to  
assure good contact.  
FCC statement  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation  
is subject to following two conditions:  
• Never use metallic tweezers to hold the battery, and  
never short circuit the (+) and (–) sides of the battery.  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
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Legal and other notices  
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer  
Inc.  
All contents of this publication are subject to change  
without notice.  
All other brand names and product names are  
registered.  
Although the contents of this publication have been  
carefully checked to avoid errors, some may still  
occur. If you are in doubt about any points or find  
mistakes or omissions, please contact us.  
No part of this publication may be reproduced or  
reprinted except for personal use without the prior  
permission of Olympus.  
Olympus makes no representations or warranties  
regarding any damages, or benefit expected by using  
this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person,  
which are caused by the inappropriate use of this unit.  
Olympus makes no representations or warranties  
regarding any damages or any benefit expected by  
using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing  
the picture data.  
The quality of the picture taken with this camera is  
different from the quality of a picture taken with a  
conventional compact camera.  
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FOR SAFE USE  
Thank you for purchasing the Olympus digital  
camera. Before you start to use your new camera,  
please read these instructions carefully to obtain  
optimum performance and a longer service life from  
the unit. Be sure to retain this manual for future  
reference.  
WARNINGS  
1.NEVER TRY TO USE THE FLASH WHEN TAKING  
PICTURES OF PEOPLE (ESPECIALLY INFANTS) AT  
CLOSE RANGE. THE CAMERA’S FLASH MAY DAMAGE  
THE SUBJECT’S EYES AT CLOSE RANGE. DO NOT  
TAKE PICTURES OF CHILDREN FROM A DISTANCE OF  
LESS THAN ONE METER (ABOUT THREE FEET).  
2.DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA DIRECTLY AT THE SUN  
OR OTHER EXTREMELY BRIGHT SUBJECTS. DOING  
SO MAY DAMAGE YOUR EYES.  
Warning: Ignoring this Warning mark and  
operating this product incorrectly may  
lead to serious injury or death.  
3.DO NOT USE THIS CAMERA IN THE VICINITY OF  
FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE GAS.  
Caution: Ignoring this Caution mark and  
operating this product incorrectly  
may lead to injury.  
4.DO NOT LEAVE THIS CAMERA WITHIN THE REACH OF  
INFANTS OR CHILDREN.  
• THE CHILD MIGHT PUT THE STRAP AROUND HIS OR  
HER NECK. THIS COULD CAUSE STRANGULATION  
OR CHOKING.  
• THE CHILD MIGHT SWALLOW BATTERIES OR  
SMALL ATTACHMENTS. IF THIS HAPPENS,  
CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.  
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• THE CHILD MIGHT ACTIVATE THE FLASH FROM TOO  
CLOSE AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO HIS OR HER EYES.  
6.DO NOT STORE THE CAMERA IN HUMID OR DUSTY  
PLACES. THIS MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK  
• THE CHILD MIGHT DAMAGE THE CAMERA.  
7.DO NOT COVER THE FLASH WITH YOUR HAND  
DURING OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH THE FLASH  
AFTER FIRING IT CONTINUOUSLY. YOU MAY GET  
BURNED.  
5.BATTERY FLUID MAY LEAK, GENERATING HEAT AND  
POSSIBLY CAUSING A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.  
• DO NOT USE UNSPECIFIED BATTERIES.  
8.IF YOU DROP THE CAMERA IN WATER OR GET WATER  
INSIDE IT, UNLOAD THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY  
AND CONTACT YOUR NEAREST OLYMPUS SERVICE  
CENTER. LEAVING BATTERIES IN A WET CAMERA  
MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.  
• DO NOT THROW BATTERIES INTO A FIRE, OR  
EXPOSE TO HEAT.  
• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT WITH BATTERIES  
INSIDE.  
• DO NOT USE NEW BATTERIES AND OLD BATTERIES  
TOGETHER. DO NOT MIX DIFFERENT TYPES OF  
BATTERIES OR DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS’  
BATTERIES.  
• DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE AND LITHIUM  
BATTERIES. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO CHARGE  
THESE TYPES OF BATTERIES.  
• KEEP UNLOADED BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH  
OF INFANTS AND CHILDREN. IF AN INFANT OR  
CHILD SWALLOWS THE BATTERIES, CONTACT A  
PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.  
• DO NOT LOAD THE BATTERIES IN THE OPPOSITE  
DIRECTION TO THAT SHOWN IN THIS  
INSTRUCTIONS.  
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CAUTIONS  
1.IF YOU NOTICE AN UNUSUAL SMELL, NOISE, OR  
SMOKE EMITTING FROM THIS CAMERA, UNLOAD THE  
BATTERIES CAREFULLY TO AVOID BEING BURNED.  
CONTACT YOUR NEAREST OLYMPUS SERVICE  
CENTER IMMEDIATELY.  
2.NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THIS CAMERA. IT  
CONTAINS HIGH-VOLTAGE CIRCUITRY THAT MAY  
CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY.  
3.UNLOAD THE BATTERIES WHEN NOT USING THE  
CAMERA FOR LONG PERIODS. BATTERY HEAT  
GENERATION OR FLUID LEAK MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR  
INJURY.  
4.DO NOT USE THE CAMERA IF THE BATTERY FLUID  
HAS LEAKED. LEAKED BATTERY FLUID MAY CAUSE A  
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. CONTACT YOUR  
NEAREST OLYMPUS DEALER OR OLYMPUS SERVICE  
CENTER.  
5.DO NOT OPERATE THE CAMERA WITH WET HANDS.  
AS YOU MAY GET AN ELECTRIC SHOCK.  
6.DO NOT STORE THE CAMERA IN ANY PLACE  
EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT. THIS MAY WEAKEN  
THE PARTS OR CAUSE A FIRE.  
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CARE AND STORAGE  
BATTERY HANDLING  
HANDLING  
This camera is built with precision electric parts. To avoid  
malfunctioons or mechanical problems, do not use or store the  
camera in the following places:  
• Places exposed to direct sunlight (a beach in summer, for  
example).  
• Places exposed to excessive heat, humidity, or extreme  
variations of temperature and humidity.  
• Places exposed to sand or dust.  
• Near a fire.  
This camera uses four AA alkaline batteries. AA NiCd batteries  
or AA nickel hydrocloride batteries or AA lithium batteries can  
also be used, but the battery check function will not function  
correctly.  
Do not use 3 V manganese batteries. Besides shortening  
battery life, manganese batteries may overheat and damage  
the camera.  
Use the batteries correctly. Incorrect use of batteries can cause  
fluid leak, heat generation, or other damage. When replacing  
batteries, be sure to load them correctly.  
The batteries may be temporarily disabled when exposed to  
cold temperatures. Try to keep the camera and batteries warm  
when using the camera in a cold environment. Batteries that  
are weak in cold temperatures will be restored under normal  
temperatures.  
Sweat, oil, and so on, can prevent a battery’s terminals from  
making electrical contact. To avoid this, wipe both terminals  
before loading battery.  
Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long trip. New  
batteries may be difficult or impossible to obtain abroad.  
When you use NiCd batteries and nickel hydrocloride batteries,  
make sure they have all been fully charged in the same battery  
charger.  
• Near any volatile materials.  
• Near a heater, cooler, or humidifier.  
• Places exposed to excessive moisture.  
• Places exposed to vibrations.  
• Inside a car.  
• Near magnetic field.  
Do not shake or shock the camera.  
Do not leave the camera with its lens pointing towards direct  
sunlight. This will damage the lens.  
Do not leave the camera unused for a long period of time. This  
may cause battery leakage. In addition this can lead to problems  
including the growth of mold in the camera. Before using the  
camera, press the shutter release button to check operation.  
Do not turn the camera when it is mounted on a tripod.  
Do not touch any of the camera’s internal parts.  
Use NiCd batteries and nickel hydrocloride batteries only after  
having carefully read the instructions accompanying them.  
Do not use the flash for extended periods as this can cause the  
flash to become excessively hot. Do not touch the flash when it  
is hot.  
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CHECK THE CONTENTS  
Camera  
Strap  
Instructions  
Warranty card  
User’s card  
Windows / Macintosh package includes:  
• 232C PC serial cable  
AA alkaline  
• Conversion connector for Windows  
• Conversion connector for Macintosh  
• CD-ROM software for Macintosh & Windows  
• 3.5" floppy disk software  
batteries  
(4 pieces)  
Lithium battery  
(CR2025 x 1 piece)  
(for Windows 95 / Windows 3.1)  
• 3.5" floppy disk software for Macintosh  
Option  
• AC adaptor  
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MAIN FEATURES  
Portable, battery-powered, lightweight, compact design.  
In addition to an optical viewfinder, an LCD monitor is provided for more flexibility when  
composing shots and viewing image.  
The highest performance wide-angle lens in its class, offers you the same ease of use as a  
conventional compact camera.  
810,000-pixel CCD delivers the highest quality pictures in its class. (D-300L only)  
“Make sure” indicates items to be double checked.  
“Note” indicates other information you should be aware of.  
Actual product may differ slightly from that shown in illustrations.  
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CONTENTS  
PREPARATIONS  
DISPLAYING PICTURES ON THE LCD  
MONITOR  
Names and functions of parts ................................................16  
Using the strap.......................................................................18  
Loading the batteries..............................................................19  
Loading the lithium battery.....................................................19  
Turning on and checking the batteries...................................20  
Checking the number of remaining pictures...........................21  
Points to remember................................................................22  
Turning on the LCD monitor...................................................35  
Displaying pictures.................................................................36  
Protection...............................................................................36  
Erasing pictures .....................................................................37  
Slide-Show mode...................................................................39  
Multi-Display mode.................................................................39  
Adjusting the date and time....................................................40  
TAKING PICTURES  
TRANSFERRING IMAGES TO A PERSONAL  
COMPUTER  
Personal computer environment ............................................41  
Installing provided software....................................................42  
Connecting to a personal computer .......................................44  
Using the household power supply (Optional) .......................45  
System chart ..........................................................................46  
Taking pictures.......................................................................24  
Using the focus lock (D-300L only) ........................................27  
Autofocus (D-300L only) ........................................................28  
Selecting the resolution..........................................................29  
Using the flash modes............................................................30  
Auto-Flash...........................................................................31  
Red-Eye Reducing Flash ...............................................31  
Off (flash override)..........................................................32  
Fill-In Flash (forced activation) .......................................32  
Macro mode ...........................................................................33  
Working range........................................................................33  
Self-timer................................................................................34  
Setting the beep sound ..........................................................34  
OTHERS  
Questions and answers..........................................................47  
Troubleshooting .....................................................................48  
Notes on display backlights....................................................52  
Specifications.........................................................................53  
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PREPARATIONS  
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS  
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Main Unit  
Close-up correction marks (p. 33)  
Viewfinder Display  
1 Shutter release / Erase OK button.............................P. 23  
2 Flash mode button ......................................................P. 30  
3 Erase mode button......................................................P. 37  
4 Flash.............................................................................P. 30  
5 Control panel ...............................................................P. 17  
6 Self-timer / Slide-Show button ..............................P. 34/39  
7 Macro mode / Protect mode button......................P. 33/36  
8 Resolution selection / Multi-Display button.........P. 29/39  
9 Self-timer signal ..........................................................P. 34  
0 Lens  
Autofocus mark* /  
Backlighting correction  
mark (p. 27/31)  
Green lamp  
* Autofocus available only with D-300L.  
Control Panel / LCD monitor  
Control Panel Icons  
! Lens cover ...................................................................P. 20  
@ Computer terminal ......................................................P. 44  
# DC input terminal ........................................................P. 45  
$ Viewfinder ....................................................................P. 17  
% Green lamp...................................................................P. 17  
^ LCD monitor.................................................................P. 17  
& LCD monitor ON/OFF/PLAY button ......................P. 26/35  
* Previous (–) / Next (+) button ................................P. 36/39  
( Lithium battery compartment cover..........................P. 19  
) Tripod thread ...............................................................P. 34  
q Battery compartment cover........................................P. 19  
Write Erase  
Battery check  
Resolution  
Macro  
Number of  
remaining  
pictures  
Self-timer Flash mode  
LCD Monitor Icons  
Resolution  
Battery check  
Protect mark  
Date / Time  
’96 03 21  
10:35  
Frame  
number  
15  
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USING THE STRAP  
Caution:  
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Attach the strap correctly as shown on the left so  
that the camera does not fall off. If the strap is  
attached incorrectly and the camera comes loose  
and falls off, Olympus is not responsible for any  
damage.  
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LOADING THE BATTERIES  
LOADING THE LITHIUM  
BATTERY  
Use four AA alkaline batteries, four AA NiCd batteries, four AA nickel  
hydoride batteries or four AA Lithium batteries. Manganese battery  
cannot be used.  
Use a pointed  
instrument such  
as a ballpoint pen  
Read “Battery Handling” on Page 12.  
to  
open  
the  
lithium battery  
c o m p a r t m e n t  
cover. Load the  
2
lithium battery as  
shown and then close the cover until you hear it click  
into place.  
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Cautions:  
Be sure to insert the batteries as directed.  
1 Slide the battery compart-  
ment cover to the left 1and  
pull the lid upward 2.  
2 Insert the new batteries  
correctly as shown and close  
the battery compartment  
cover tightly.  
Do not use manganese batteries. Besides  
shortening battery life, manganese batteries may  
overheat and damage the camera. Use only the  
types of batteries specified in this manual.  
Keep the lithium battery and lithium battery holder  
out of the reach of children. If a child swallows the  
battery or cover, contact a doctor immediately.  
Do not put any foreign substances such as metal  
in the camera. Doing so damage the camera.  
<Make sure>  
The lens barrier is closed  
and the camera is turned  
off before loading the  
batteries.  
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TURNING ON THE CAMERA AND CHECKING THE BATTERY  
To turn on the camera, slide open the lens cover as shown. Remaining battery power and remaining pictures are indicated on the  
control panel.  
When you turn on the power, battery status is indicated as  
below.  
Display  
Meaning  
lights and turns off  
automatically.  
Batteries are OK.  
You can shoot.  
blinks and other  
indicators on the control  
panel are displayed  
normally.  
Battery power is low and  
batteries should be replaced.  
blinks and other  
indicators on the control  
panel go out.  
Batteries are dead and  
should be replaced  
immediately.  
<Make sure>  
If you do not operate the camera for three minutes, the  
power save function activates and the power turns off  
automatically.  
To turn on again, close and open the lens cover or  
depress the shutter release button halfway.  
Note:  
Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long  
trip or to a wedding for example, or when using the  
camera in cold weather.  
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CHECKING THE NUMBER OF REMAINING PICTURES  
When the number of remaining pictures is 0, the camera  
emits a long single beep and the green lamp blinks. If the  
memory is full, the camera beeps whenever the lens cover  
is opened.  
When the number of remaining pictures is less than 3 in the  
Standard Quality mode, shooting is not possible in the High  
Quality mode. (See Page 29.)  
When you turn on the power, the number of remaining  
pictures is shown on the control panel.  
<Make sure>  
Maximum number of storage pictures  
The number of remaining pictures varies depending on  
the Resolution setting. For example, if the remaining  
count is 4 in the Standard Quality mode, it will be 1 in the  
High Quality mode.  
D-300L  
30  
D-200L  
20  
High Quality mode  
Standard Quality mode  
120  
80  
We recommend that you download the pictures you’ve  
already taken to a personal computer as soon as  
possible (see Page 42), and erase pictures stored in the  
camera on a regular basis (see Page 37).  
Note:  
After checking the number of remaining pictures, be  
sure to set and adjust the date and time by  
connecting the camera to a computer.  
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POINTS TO REMEMBER  
Correct.  
Correct.  
Incorrect.  
<Make sure>  
Note:  
Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping  
elbows at sides to prevent the camera from shaking.  
When holding the camera vertically, hold the camera  
with its flash positioned at the top.  
Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens  
and flash.  
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Note:  
Proper Shutter Release  
Press the shutter release  
button gently.  
Avoid shaking the camera  
when pressing the shutter  
release button to prevent blurry  
pictures.  
1 Depress the shutter release button  
2 Depress the shutter release button  
fully to release the shutter, and take  
the picture.  
halfway.  
<Make sure>  
<Make sure>  
The green lamp next to the  
viewfinder lights.  
The Writing indicator on the  
control panel blinks, and the green  
lamp next to the viewfinder blinks.  
The exposure will be locked.  
With the D-300L, the focus will be  
adjusted.  
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TAKING PICTURES  
TAKING PICTURES  
Taking pictures using the optical viewfinder  
1 Compose the picture using the optical viewfinder.  
2 Depress the shutter release button halfway. The green  
lamp lights.  
3 Depress the shutter release button fully to take the picture.  
4 The camera emits two short beeps to indicate that the shot  
has been taken.  
Caution:  
5 When the Writing indicator on the control panel or the  
green lamp next to the viewfinder stops blinking, the  
camera is ready to take next picture. (The Writing indicator  
will disappear after about 6 seconds in the High Quality  
mode and in about 2 seconds in the Standard Quality  
mode.)  
Do not unload the batteries while the Writing  
indicator is blinking. Not only will the picture you  
have just taken be lost, but stored pictures may also  
be damaged.  
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Note:  
It is also possible to take pictures using the LCD  
monitor as a viewfinder. However, it is better to use  
the optical viewfinder since the camera is less likely  
to shake and pictures are easier to take. Refer to  
Page 26 for details on taking pictures using the LCD  
monitor.  
Whenever the Writing indicator is blinking, it means that the  
camera is still processing the image. If you press the shutter  
release button while the indicator is blinking, the shutter  
won’t release.  
6 When you close the lens barrier, all control panel  
indications disappear and the power turns off.  
Even after turning off the power or replacing the  
batteries, pictures remain stored in memory.  
Note:  
When the camera is being operated on battery power  
and the batteries are running low, the camera may  
emit several short beeps and blink the number of  
remaining pictures on the control panel after you take  
a shot. If this happens, the picture you have just taken  
may not turn out properly. Replace the batteries and  
take your picture again.  
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Taking pictures using the LCD monitor  
1 Open the lens barrier. Press and hold the LCD monitor  
2 Aim the camera by looking at the subject through the LCD  
ON/OFF (green) button to turn on the LCD monitor's display.  
monitor.  
Note:  
Pictures that appear on the LCD monitor are for  
composition purposes only — regardless of whether it  
is used as a viewfinder or a display monitor. They do  
not show such information as focus or exposure. If you  
need to know this information, transfer pictures to your  
computer’s display monitor.  
Caution:  
<Make sure>  
Take the picture in the same way as you would when using  
the optical viewfinder. (See Page 24.)  
When using the LCD monitor, keep the LCD monitor  
ON/OFF (green) button pressed while taking pictures.  
Do not touch the surface of the LCD monitor. This can  
leave a blur on the monitor. Pushing too hard on the  
monitor may break it.  
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USING THE FOCUS LOCK (D-300L ONLY)  
The D-300L features a convenient autofocus function. If your main subject is not within the autofocus marks, use the procedure  
below to obtain focus. This is called focus lock.  
Autofocus marks  
1 Position your subject within the autofocus marks and press  
2 Reposition your subjects in the picture frame while keeping  
the shutter release button depressed halfway. Then press  
the shutter release button fully.  
the shutter release button halfway.  
<Make sure>  
Note:  
When the focus is locked, the exposure is also locked (AE  
lock).  
The green lamp next to the viewfinder lights.  
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AUTOFOCUS (D-300L ONLY)  
Although the D-300L’s autofocus can lock on virtually any subject, there are certain conditions, such as 1 ~ 3 shown below, where  
it may not be possible to obtain the correct focus. In the situations shown below in 4 ~ 5, autofocus may not lock on the correct  
subject even though the green lamp lights and the shutter releases.  
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3
4
5
1
Subjects with low  
contrast  
Subjects that do  
not contain vertical  
lines  
Subjects in  
excessively bright  
light  
Two subjects at  
different distance  
High-speed  
subjects at close  
range  
Use the focus lock by  
first focusing on  
something at the  
same distance as the  
subject you wish to  
take a picture of, and  
then aim at the  
subject.  
Use the focus lock  
first while holding the  
camera vertically.  
Then switch the  
Use the focus lock by  
first focusing on  
something at the  
same distance as the  
subject you wish to  
take a picture of, and  
then aim at the  
subject.  
When the subject  
looks out-of-focus  
even though the  
green lamp lights,  
focus on another  
subject at the desired  
camera-to-subject  
distance first. Then  
recompose the frame  
to take the picture.  
Focus on another  
subject at the desired  
camera-to-subject  
distance first. Then  
recompose the frame  
to take the picture.  
camera  
to  
the  
horizontal position to  
take the photograph.  
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SELECTING THE RESOLUTION  
When using the High Quality mode  
(
is indicated on the control panel.)  
1024 x 768 pixels (D-300L)  
640 x 480 pixels (D-200L)  
When using the Standard Quality mode  
(No indication on the control panel)  
512 x 384 pixels (D-300L)  
320 x 240 pixels (D-200L)  
<Make sure>  
This camera has two levels of resolution — the High Quality  
mode and the Standard Quality mode.  
The selected resolution mode remains the same even  
when the camera is switched off. The mode returns to  
High Quality or Standard Quality when the batteries are  
replaced.  
Press the Resolution selection button to choose either mode.  
The number of remaining frames varies according to the  
resolution mode. In the Standard Quality mode, four  
times as many pictures can be taken as in the High  
Quality mode.  
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USING THE FLASH MODES  
This camera has four flash modes. Select the flash mode  
according to your shooting conditions and needs.  
(No icon) AUTO-FLASH mode  
Automatically fires in low-light and backlight  
conditions. (p. 31)  
How to select the flash mode:  
As you press the Flash mode button, the mode switches as  
shown on the right. The selected flash mode is displayed on  
the control panel.  
RED-EYE REDUCING FLASH mode  
Significantly reduces the phenomenon of  
“red-eye” (when a subject’s eyes appear red in  
flash photos). (p. 31)  
OFF mode  
The flash does not fire. (p. 32)  
FILL-IN FLASH mode  
Fires regardless of available light. (p. 32)  
OK  
Flash Working Range  
D-300L  
D-200L  
0.2 m ~ 2.4 m (0.65 ~ 7.9 ft.)  
0.2 m ~ 3.5 m (0.65 ~ 11.5 ft.)  
Note:  
When the green lamp is blinking, it means the flash is being recharged. The shutter won’t release while the flash is recharging, so remove  
your finger from the shutter release button and wait for several seconds.  
The Red-Eye Reducing Flash mode is not canceled when the power is turned off. If any other mode is set, the camera returns to the Auto-  
Flash mode.  
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AUTO-FLASH  
RED-EYE REDUCING FLASH  
In the Auto-Flash mode, the  
Significantly reduces the phenomenon of “red-eye”  
flash will fire automatically in  
low-light and backlight  
conditions.  
(when a subject’s eyes appear red in flash photography).  
In the Red-Eye Reducing Flash mode, the camera will emit a series of  
low-power pre-flashes before the regular flash. This makes the subject’s  
pupils contract, significantly reducing red-eye. Except for the pre-  
flashes, this mode is the same as the Auto-Flash mode.  
Notes:  
Be sure to hold the camera still until the shutter releases.  
This takes about one second.  
Red-eye reduction may not be effective when the subject:  
• Is not looking at the flash from the front.  
• Is not watching the pre-flashes.  
Backlighting  
correction mark  
• Is too far from the camera.  
• Does not respond to the pre-flashes due to particular  
individual characteristics.  
• Some medications, alcohol or drugs may interfere with the  
red-eye reduction process.  
When you take a picture on the backlight, set the subject on the  
backlighting correction marks to fire a flash.  
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OFF (FLASH OVERRIDE)  
FILL-INFLASH(FORCEDACTIVATION)  
When you don’t want the flash to fire even in the  
dark or when you want to shoot such subjects as  
fireworks.  
In the Off mode, the flash does not fire even in low-light  
conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash  
photography is not desired or is prohibited or in twilight or  
night scenes.  
When you want the flash to fire all the time.  
In the Fill-In Flash mode, the flash fires regardless of available  
light. For example, this mode can be used to brighten up a  
subject’s shaded face or under artificial lighting such as back-  
light, fluorescent light.  
<Make sure>  
Note:  
Since a slow shutter speed (down to 1/8 seconds) is  
automatically selected in low-light situations when in  
the Off mode, the use of a tripod is recommended to  
prevent blurred pictures caused by camera shake.  
Use this mode within the flash working range (Page 30). It  
may not work well under excessively bright light.  
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MACRO MODE  
WORKING RANGE  
Close-up Correction  
Picture frame  
Close-up correction  
marks  
Image area of picture at  
0.2 m (0.65 ft.)  
The viewfinder’s picture frame shows the area that can be shot for  
subjects at . However, the picture area will move lower in the  
Use the Macro mode to take pictures of small subjects at  
a very close distance.  
A picture of an A5-size subject can be taken fully within the  
frame. (Size – 4.1 x 5.8 inches)  
Each time you press the Macro mode button, the mode  
switches between Standard mode and Macro mode.  
viewfinder as you get closer to the subject. At 0.2 m (0.65 ft.), the  
shaded area is the actual available image area. In this case, the  
subject should be positioned below the close-up correction marks.  
Take pictures at the distance between0.2m~ (0.65 ft.~ ).  
Subjects closer than 0.2 m (0.65 ft.) will be out of focus and  
incorrectly exposed.  
When you take pictures using the LCD monitor as a viewfinder,  
the image you see is the same as what will be recorded. This  
makes it easier to take close-up pictures.  
Working range  
Macro mode  
Standard mode  
Mode  
D-300L  
D-200L  
0.2 m  
(0.65 ft.)  
Macro mode  
0.2 m ~ 0.5 m  
(0.65 ~ 1.64 ft.)  
0.2 m ~ 0.75 m  
(0.65 ~ 2.46 ft.)  
D-300L (0.5 m / 1.64 ft.)  
D-200L (0.75 m / 2.46 ft.)  
Standard mode  
0.5 m ~  
(1.64 ft. ~  
0.75 m ~  
(2.46 ft. ~  
)
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SELF-TIMER  
SETTING THE BEEP SOUND  
1 Press the Self-Timer button. The Self-Timer indicator is  
displayed on the control panel.  
Use a tripod to hold the camera securely.  
2 Aim at your subject, and press the shutter release button.  
How to set the beep sound  
Press and hold the Flash mode button and open the lens  
cover at the same time.  
The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the  
shutter release button is pressed.  
<Make sure>  
• If you hear a single beep, the beep sound is set to ON.  
• If the camera makes no sound, the beep sound is set to  
OFF.  
The focus (D-300L only) and exposure lock when the  
shutter release button is depressed halfway.  
The Self-Timer is disengaged when the shutter is  
released.  
<Make sure>  
The beep sound setting is not affected when the  
batteries are unloaded.  
To cancel the Self-Timer after it has been activated,  
press the Self-Timer button again or close the lens cover.  
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DISPLAYING PICTURES ON THE LCD  
MONITOR  
TURNING ON THE LCD MONITOR  
After taking a picture, you can immediately view it on the LCD monitor.  
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Close the lens cover and press the LCD monitor ON/OFF  
(green) button to turn on the LCD monitor.  
Resolution, Battery Remaining and Date indicators will  
disappear after about three seconds. If the batteries are low,  
the low-battery indicator appears and blinks.  
The last picture taken is displayed on the LCD monitor. The  
frame number, and battery remaining indicators are also  
displayed. If you set the Date, Resolution or Protection  
mode while viewing pictures, these are also shown. If you  
have not taken any pictures, a blank blue screen is  
displayed.  
High Quality mode pictures take approximately six seconds  
to come up on the LCD monitor.  
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DISPLAYING PICTURES  
PROTECTION  
You can display the pictures you have  
taken on the LCD monitor.  
You can prevent accidental erasure of  
frames you want to keep.  
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This function works when the lens cover is closed.  
1 Display the frames and select the frame you want to keep.  
2 Press the protect button to protect the selected frame.  
This function works when the lens cover is closed.  
1 Press the Previous (–) button to see the previous frame.  
Each time you press the Previous (–) button, the preceding  
frame will appear.  
The Protect indicator appears in the upper right corner of  
the LCD monitor.  
3 To cancel protection, press the protect button again.  
2 Press the Next (+) button to see the next frame.  
The protected frame cannot be deleted until you press  
the Protect button again.  
Protection and its cancellation are also possible in the  
Multi-Display mode (see page 39).  
Each time you press the Next (+) button, the succeeding  
frame will appear.  
Wait until the picture is fully displayed before pressing  
any buttons.  
If similar pictures have been taken consecutively, the  
LCD may not appear to change.  
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ERASING PICTURES  
You can delete pictures you don't want.  
If the frame you want to delete is protected, you cannot start the erasing operation. Cancel the protection first before starting the  
erasing operation.  
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OK  
3
YES OK 3  
NO  
3 Press the Erase OK (Shutter Release) button to erase the  
One-Frame Erase  
selected frame.  
This function works when the lens cover is closed.  
The camera makes a short single beep and the selected frame  
is erased. The previous frame will now be displayed.  
1 Display the frame you want to delete.  
2 Press the Erase mode button until the One-Frame Erase  
indicator in the upper right corner of the LCD monitor  
lights.  
Caution:  
Do not unload batteries while erasing frames as this may  
To cancel, press the Erase mode button again.  
Do not press the Erase mode button while an image is  
being loaded onto the LCD.  
result in all frames being erased.  
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OK  
3
YES OK 3  
NO  
All-Frame Erase  
This function works when the lens cover is  
closed.  
4 After several seconds all frames are erased. The blue background display will  
appear on the LCD monitor.  
1 Display a picture.  
If there are any protected pictures, they will not be erased and the last-taken  
protected picture will be displayed when the erasing operation is completed.  
All-Frame Erase is also available in the Multi-Display mode. (See page 39.)  
2 Press the Erase mode button and  
Flash button simultaneously, the All-  
Frame Erase indicator lights in the  
upper right corner of the LCD monitor.  
To cancel, press the Erase button  
again.  
Cautions:  
3 Press the Erase OK (Shutter Release)  
button to erase all frames.  
Be careful not to erase any pictures you don’t want to delete.  
Do not unload batteries while erasing frames as this may result in all  
frames being erased.  
The camera makes a short single  
beep and the All-Frame Erase  
indicator starts descending.  
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SLIDE-SHOW MODE  
MULTI-DISPLAY MODE  
You can run through all the pictures  
automatically.  
Nine frames are shown on the LCD monitor  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
5
1
2
This function works when the lens cover is closed.  
This function works when the lens cover is closed.  
1 Display a picture.  
1 Display the picture.  
2 Press the Multi-Display button. Nine frames are displayed  
2 Press the Slide-Show button to start running through the  
with the currently selected frame displayed in the center.  
frames automatically.  
3 When you press the Previous (–) button, the selected  
The frame number and protect mark are displayed  
together with the frame on the LCD monitor.  
3 Press the Slide-Show button again to stop at the currently  
displayed frame.  
frame advances.  
Press the Next (+) button to go backward.  
4 After the frame in the upper-left corner of the display is  
selected, the next six frames are displayed. (If you are  
using the Next (+) button, the new frames are added when  
the picture in the lower-right corner is selected.)  
The Slide-Show mode doesn’t stop until you cancel the  
operation. Press the Slide-Show button to cancel this  
mode.  
The Slide-Show is also available in the Multi-Display  
mode.  
5 Press the Multi-Display button to cancel the Multi-Display  
mode. The currently selected frame is displayed.  
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ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME  
<Make sure>  
The date and time cannot be set directly on the  
camera.  
Whenever you replace the lithium battery, be sure  
to set the date and time again as soon as possible.  
We recommend that you check the date and time  
before taking important photographs.  
1 Connect the camera to a personal computer.  
(See Page 44.)  
2 Start up the bundled software.  
3 Once the program has loaded, select “Camera Settings”  
from the menu bar. The camera setting window appears.  
4 Set the date and time as indicated in the camera settings  
window.  
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TRANSFERRING IMAGES TO A  
PERSONAL COMPUTER  
PERSONAL COMPUTER ENVIRONMENT  
Personal computers used with this camera  
must conform to the following minimum  
standards.  
Personal computers used with Adobe  
PhotoDeluxemust conform to the  
following minimum standards.  
IBM PC/AT compatible  
IBM PC/AT compatible/Apple Macintosh and compatible  
Operating System  
: Windows 95 or 3.1  
CD-ROM Drive  
: More than 40 MB  
: Windows 3.1—8 MB  
Windows 95—16MB  
: Standard RS-232C interface  
D-SUB 9-pin connector  
: Minimum 256 colors  
Minimum 640 x 480  
Operating System  
: Windows 95 or 3.1  
CD-ROM Drive  
: MacOS™ 7.0 or higher  
double speed CD-ROM Drive  
Hard Disk Capacity  
RAM  
Hard Disk Free Space Capacity : More than 45 MB  
RAM (Minimum)  
Connectors  
Monitor  
: Windows 3.1—8 MB  
Windows 95—16 MB  
: 68030/40—8 MB  
Power PC—16 MB  
Apple Macintosh and compatible  
RAM (Recommended)  
: Adobe strongly recommends  
more than 16 MB of RAM. 24 to  
32 MB of RAM is preferred. See  
the Adobe Manual for all  
requirements.  
: Standard RS-232C interface  
D-SUB 9-pin connector  
: Minimum 256 colors  
CPU  
: 68030 or later  
: MacOS™ 7.0 or higher  
CD-ROM Drive  
Operating System  
Hard Disk Capacity  
RAM  
: More than 40 MB  
: 68030/40—8 MB  
Connectors  
Monitor  
Power PC 601/604—16 MB  
: Standard RS-232C interface  
D-SUB 9-pin connector  
: Minimum 256 colors  
Minimum 640 x 480  
Connectors  
Monitor  
Minimum 640 x 480  
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INSTALLING PROVIDED SOFTWARE  
1. Introduction  
2. Installation  
The Olympus digital camera’s software is distributed on a  
single CD-ROM. This CD contains all the required software  
for the user to download images from the camera and  
manipulate them on your desktop computer. In addition, the  
software provides the user with the ability to control certain  
camera features and snap pictures while in a “tethered  
mode.”  
In order to download images from the camera or control the  
camera via the computer, you will need a software  
application that has either :  
an Adobe PhotoShop 3.0.5 standard plug-in interface  
(Macintosh™), or a TWAIN v1.6 compliant interface  
(Windows™ / Windows 95™).  
If you do not own such software, Olympus has supplied a  
version of Adobe PhotoDeluxe. To install Adobe  
PhotoDeluxe, please refer to the supplied Adobe  
PhotoDeluxe documentation. Documentation is found on  
the CD-ROM.  
Modules are developed for the two most popular personal  
computer operating systems:  
MS Windows  
Camera Acquisition and communications Module  
Adobe PhotoDeluxe for Windows / Windows 95 CD  
As mentioned, the digital camera’s acquisition and  
communications software modules are structured as  
standard plug-ins for popular image manipulation software  
applications.  
Macintosh compatible  
Camera Acquisition and communications Module  
Adobe PhotoDeluxe for Macintosh (CD)  
For Microsoft Windows™ systems, the Olympus digital  
camera’s software employs the TWAIN standard to  
communicate with the camera.  
Installation of the software can follow one of several scenarios :  
User do not have any image manipulation software resident  
on your computer.  
For Macintosh™ systems, the Olympus digital camera’s  
software employs an Adobe PhotoShop compatible plug-in  
module.  
User already has Adobe PhotoShop or compatible software  
package installed on their computer.  
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Installing the plug-in software  
The supplied CD-ROM contains the required installation  
programs for both MS Windows and Macintosh systems.  
The installation is straightforward and will require you to  
answer a few questions. Installing the software is a great time  
to fill out the registration card and jot down and save serial  
numbers and support line phone numbers.  
3. Software Notes  
Several features of the camera are only accessible via the  
host computer software modules, e.g., setting the camera’s  
time and date, downloading images, printing images.  
Please refer to the Camera Software User’s Manual in  
order to learn more about these features.  
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CONNECTING TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER  
Use the appropriate connector according to the platform of your computer.  
IBM PC/AT compatible  
Connect the provided computer cable  
to the COM 1 or COM 2 serial port on  
your computer.  
Apple Macintosh or compatible  
Attach the provided conversion  
connector for Macintosh to printer or  
modem serial port on your computer,  
and then connect the provided  
computer cable.  
Make sure that the camera and the computer are turned off  
The enclosed Macintosh conversion  
connector allows you to connect your  
camera to a Macintosh computer. It  
cannot be used to connect a Macintosh  
to a printer.  
before connecting.  
1 Connect the computer cable to the computer’s serial cable  
as explained on the left.  
2 Open the connector cover.  
3 Align the arrow mark on the computer cable plug with the  
circle dot mark on the camera’s connector. Insert the plug  
and push until it is in fully.  
4 Open the lens barrier to turn on the power.  
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USING THE HOUSEHOLD POWER SUPPLY (Optional)  
An optional AC adaptor allows you to power your digital  
camera from the household power supply.  
AC adaptor  
Note:  
When in use for long periods, the AC adaptor will be warm  
to the touch. This is normal.  
House-hold  
power supply  
DC terminal  
Warnings: Use the AC adaptor correctly and pay attention to the precautions below. Incorrect use of the AC adaptor may cause a  
fire or electric shock.  
Use an AC120V power source.  
Hold the AC adaptor unit when removing it from an outlet.  
Never pull forcibly, bend, or twist the AC adaptor.  
If there are any scratches or other damage on the AC adaptor  
or if there is a contact failure on the plug, consult your  
nearest Olympus service center as soon as possible.  
When disconnecting the AC adaptor, make sure the camera  
is turned off.  
Make sure the AC adaptor is properly plugged into the outlet.  
Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor with wet  
hands.  
If the AC adaptor’s cord is hot, smells like smoke, or is  
emitting smoke, unplug it immediately . Contact your nearest  
Olympus dealer or Olympus service center.  
Do not use the optional exclusive AC adaptor with other  
products. Olympus can not take responsibility for the  
damage caused by the use of any AC adaptor other than the  
one exclusively designed for this camera.  
If batteries are loaded in the camera, make sure the camera is  
turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC  
adaptor.  
When you are not using the AC adaptor, be sure to unplug it.  
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SYSTEM CHART  
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OTHERS  
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS  
QHow long will the batteries last?  
QHow should I store the camera?  
AFour new AA alkaline batteries may last for as many as 100  
frames when the flash is used on half of all the shots  
ACameras are susceptible to damage caused by dust,  
moisture, and salt. Wipe and dry the camera thoroughly  
(determined under Olympus test conditions). But this is just a  
yardstick — in actual use, battery life is affected by many  
variables such as the amount of LCD monitor use, the frequency  
of flash use, as well as by the kind of battery used and the  
environmental conditions under which the camera is used. Using  
the LCD monitor frequently will use up your batteries very  
quickly. Keep the LCD monitor turned off to save power.  
The battery consumption figures regarding the number of  
pictures the camera can take are based on our tests and our  
designated batteries. These figures are for reference only. The  
actual number of pictures the camera can take on a set of  
batteries may vary.  
before storing it. After using it at the beach, wipe it with a cloth  
that has been moistened with fresh water and then wrung out.  
Do not store in an area where mothballs are used. Unload the  
batteries if you do not plan to use the camera for a long  
period.  
QWhy do the subjects’ eyes sometimes appear red in  
pictures?  
AThis “red-eye phenomenon” occurs with all cameras when  
a flash is used. It is caused by light from the flash reflecting  
off the retina at the back of the eye. Red-eye varies depending  
on the individual and the shooting conditions such as ambient  
lighting. Use of the Red-Eye Reducing Pre-Flash mode  
significantly reduces this phenomenon.  
For best results, use lithium AA batteries.  
QHow can I correct the clock in the camera that will be used  
to record date on the image data?  
QCan I use a filter or hood?  
ADate adjustment isn’t made when the camera is shipped.  
After loading the lithium battery, connect the camera to a  
ANo, you can’t.  
personal computer and use the provided application software  
to correct the date. The date also needs to be reset whenever  
the AA batteries and lithium battery are replaced at the same  
time.  
QHow should I clean the LCD monitor?  
AWipe the LCD monitor gently with lens cleaning tissue.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Operating Problems  
Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
See  
The camera  
does not work.  
1 The power is OFF.  
1 Open the lens cover to turn on the power.  
2 Reload the batteries correctly.  
3 Replace the batteries with new ones.  
4 Keep the batteries warm while using them.  
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P.19  
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2 The batteries are loaded incorrectly.  
3 The batteries are exhausted.  
4 The batteries are temporarily  
unable to function.  
No picture is  
taken when  
the shutter  
release button  
is pressed.  
1 The flash has not finished charging  
or the previous picture is being  
written into memory.  
1 Remove your finger from the shutter release button  
P.30  
P.21  
and wait until the green lamp stops blinking.  
2 Memory is full.  
2 Check the number of remaining pictures on the  
control panel and erase unnecessary frames using  
the One-Frame Erase mode. Or transfer the pictures P.37  
to a computer, and erase the entire memory using  
the All-Frame Erase mode.  
The flash doesn’t  
fire.  
1 The flash mode is in the Off mode.  
1 Set the flash mode to something other than  
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the Off mode.  
The pictures  
1 The lens cover is left open.  
1 Close the lens cover and depress the LCD monitor  
ON/OFF (green button) to turn on the LCD monitor.  
2 Check the number of remaining pictures.  
already taken can’t  
be displayed on  
the LCD panel.  
2 Memory is empty.  
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Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
See  
The LCD monitor  
is hard to read.  
1 Selection of brightness is wrong.  
1 Connect the camera to a computer, and adjust  
P.42  
using the provided application software.  
When the camera  
is connected to a  
computer, an error 3 The batteries are exhausted.  
message appears  
while data is being  
transferred to the  
computer.  
1 The cable is not plugged in correctly. 1 Connect the cable correctly.  
2 The power is OFF. 2 Open the lens cover to turn on the power.  
P.44  
P.20  
P.19  
P.44  
3 Replace the batteries with new ones.  
4 Use the operating system software to  
make sure the serial port is selected correctly.  
4 The serial port is not  
selected correctly.  
Problems with Images  
Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
See  
The picture is  
out of focus.  
1 The camera moved when  
the shutter button was pressed.  
2 The viewfinder’s autofocus mark  
was not positioned on the  
subject. (D-300L only)  
1 Hold the camera correctly, and press the  
shutter release button.  
P.22  
2 Position the autofocus frame on the  
P.27  
subject, or use the focus lock. (D-300L only)  
3 The lens is dirty.  
3 Clean the lens.  
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Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
See  
The picture is  
out of focus.  
4 The mode was not selected correctly. 4 Shoot from more than the minimum working  
P.33  
The subject was closer than the  
minimum working distance to the lens  
(D-300L:0.5 m/1.64 ft;D-200L:0.75 m/  
2.46 ft) with the the Normal mode  
selected. Or the subject was farther  
than the minimum working distance  
with the Macro mode selected.  
distance when in the Normal mode.  
Shoot from less than the minimum working  
distance when in the Macro mode.  
5 The shutter release button was  
pressed from right in front of the  
camera in the Self-Timer mode.  
5 Press the shutter release button while looking  
into the viewfinder, not while standing in front of  
the camera.  
The picture is  
too dark.  
1 The flash was blocked by a finger.  
1 Hold the camera correctly, keeping  
your fingers away from the flash.  
2 Shoot within the flash working range.  
P.22  
P.30  
P.30  
P.32  
2 The subject was out of the  
working range of the flash.  
3 The flash mode was set to  
the Off mode.  
3 Check the flash mode before shooting.  
4 The subject was too small  
4 Set the flash to Fill-In mode.  
and backlight.  
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Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
See  
The picture is  
too bright.  
1 The flash was set to the Fill-In Flash  
mode.  
2 The subject was very bright.  
1 Set the flash mode to one other than Fill-In Flash.  
P.30  
2 Point the camera to avoid overly bright subjects.  
The colors of  
pictures taken  
indoors look  
unnatural.  
1 The lighting fixture(s)  
1 Set the flash mode to Fill-In.  
P.32  
affected the picture.  
The picture  
has obscured  
edge(s).  
1 The lens was partly blocked  
1 Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers and P.22  
by a finger or the strap.  
the strap away from the lens.  
2 The shooting distance was too close. 2 Use the close-up compensation marks in the  
P.33  
viewfinder.  
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NOTES ON DISPLAY BACKLIGHTS  
The fluorescent lamps used in the Control Panel and LCD  
monitor have a limited service life. If either LCD monitor  
begins to darken or flicker, contact your nearest service  
center. (There will be a fee for this service.)  
In cold conditions, the display backlight may be slow to  
come on or may change color suddenly. To avoid this, try to  
keep the camera warm when using it in cold temperatures.  
Backlight performance will return to normal under normal  
temperature conditions.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Product type  
: Digital still camera (for shooting and display)  
Aperture  
Photometric system  
: TTL Center weighted average metering system  
Exposure control : Program auto exposure  
Working range  
: F2.8, F5.6, F11  
Recording System: Digital recording  
Internal Memory : Built-in flash memory  
D-300L  
D-200L  
: 6 MB  
: 2 MB  
D-300L  
: 0.2 m ~ 0.5 m (0.65 ~ 1.64 ft.) (Macro mode)  
No. of storable frames  
0.5 m ~ (1.64 ft. ~ ) (Normal mode)  
: 0.2 m ~ 0.75 m (0.65 ~ 2.46 ft.) (Macro mode)  
0.75 m ~ (2.46 ft. ~ ) (Normal mode)  
D-300L  
: 30 pictures (High Quality mode)  
D-200L  
120 pictures (Standard Quality mode)  
: 20 pictures (High Quality mode)  
80 pictures (Standard Quality mode)  
D-200L  
Shutter  
D-300L  
D-200L  
: 1/8 ~ 1/500 sec. (used with mechanical shutter)  
: 1/8 ~ 1/500 sec.  
Erase  
: One frame erase / All frames erase  
Image pickup element  
: 1/3 inch CCD solid-state image pickup  
Exposure  
D-300L  
D-200L  
: Equivalent to ISO 100  
: Equivalent to ISO 130  
D-300L  
D-200L  
: 810,000-pixel  
: 350,000-pixel  
Viewfinder  
: Optical real image viewfinder (Parallax  
correction mark, backlight correction mark), LCD  
monitor  
Recording image  
D-300L  
: 1024 x 768 pixels  
(High Quality mode)  
: 640 x 480 pixels  
(High Quality mode)  
LCD monitor  
No. of pixels  
: 1.8 inches TFT color LCD display  
: Approx. 61,000 pixel  
D-200L  
Auto white balance  
Lens  
On-screen display : Date and time, frame number, protect mark,  
resolution modes, one/all erase mark, battery  
remaining warning  
: Full auto TTL  
: Olympus lens 5 mm, F2.8, 5 elements in 4 groups  
(equivalent to 36-mm lens on 35-mm camera)  
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Battery charging time for flash  
: approx. 6 sec. (at normal temperature with new  
battery)  
Flash working range  
Operating environment  
temperature : 0 ~ 40°C / 32 ~ 104°F (operation)  
–20 ~ 60°C / –4 ~ 140°F (storage)  
: 30 ~ 90 % (operation)  
humidity  
10 ~ 90 % (storage)  
D-300L  
D-200L  
: 0.2 m ~ 2.4 m (0.65 ~ 7.9 ft.)  
: 0.2 m ~ 3.5 m (0.65 ~ 11.5 ft.)  
Power supply  
: Four AA alkaline batteries (AA NiCd battery, AA  
lithium battery, AA nickel hydoride battery can  
also be used but the battery check function  
won’t work correctly. AA manganese batteries  
cannot be used.)  
Flash modes  
Control panel  
: Auto-Flash (automatic flash activation in low light  
and backlight), Red-Eye Reducing Flash, Off (no  
flash), Fill-in Flash (forced activation)  
: Indicates resolution modes, number of pictures  
remaining, erase modes, flash modes, Selftimer,  
Battery remaining time, Macro mode and writing.  
Dimensions  
: 145 (W) x 72 (H) x 47 (D) mm  
(5.7 x 2.8 x 1.8 inches)  
Weight  
D-300L  
D-200L  
Autofocus (only with D-300L)  
: TTL system autofocus  
: 310 g (11.9 oz) (without batteries)  
: 295 g (10.4 oz) (without batteries)  
Detection method : Contrast detection system/Focusing range;  
0.2 m ~ (0.65 ft. ~ )  
Selftimer  
: Electronic selftimer with 12-sec. delay  
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ANY  
NOTICE OR OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE  
MANUFACTURER.  
Outer connector : DC input terminal, Data input/output terminal  
(RS232C)  
Date and time  
Automatic calendar system  
: Up to 2023.  
Power supply for automatic calendar system  
: 3 V lithium battery (CR2025) x 1 (changeable)  
: Record with picture data simultaneously  
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MEMO  
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OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD.  
San-Ei Building, 22-2, Nishi Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Tel. 03-3340-2026  
OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.  
Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 516-844-5000  
OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH.  
(Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstraße 14-16, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730  
(Letters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany.  
OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (U.K.) LTD.  
2-8 Honduras Street, London EC1Y 0TX, United Kingdom, Tel 0171-253-2772  
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