Olympus FE 330 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA  
FE-330/X-845/C-550  
Advanced  
Manual  
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Quick Start Guide  
Gather these items (box contents)  
Digital Camera  
Strap  
Lithium Ion Battery  
(LI-42B)  
Battery Charger  
(LI-40C)  
USB Cable  
AV Cable  
OLYMPUS Master 2  
CD-ROM  
Items not shown: Advanced Manual (this manual), Basic Manual, and the Warranty  
Card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location.  
Attach the strap  
( Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose.  
EN  
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Prepare the camera  
a. Charge the battery.  
W
3
Power Cable  
Lithium Ion Battery  
Battery  
Charger  
1
2
Charging Indicator  
Red light on: Charging  
Light off: Charging complete  
(Charging time: Approx. 5 hours)  
AC Wall  
Outlet  
( Battery comes partially charged.  
b. Insert the battery and the xD-Picture Card (optional) into the  
camera.  
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1
4
EN  
   
Prepare the camera  
(Insert the battery by putting in  
the  
marked side first, with  
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the C marks toward the end of  
the camera, the B marks  
toward the center of the  
camera.  
If you insert the battery incorrectly,  
you may not be able to remove it. Do  
not use force. Contact authorized  
distributors/service centers.  
Damage to the battery exterior  
(scratches, etc.) may produce heat  
or an explosion.  
Battery lock knob  
(To remove the battery, press the battery lock knob  
in the direction of the arrow.  
Contact area  
Notch  
(Orient the card as shown in the illustration  
and insert it straight into the card slot.  
Insert the card until it clicks into place.  
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(To remove the card, push the card all the  
way in, release slowly, grasp the card and  
remove it.  
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6
( With this camera, you can take pictures without inserting the optional xD-  
Picture Card™ (hereinafter referred to as “the card”). If you take pictures  
without inserting the card, the pictures will be stored in the internal memory.  
For details on the card, please refer to “The card” (P. 48).  
EN  
5
Turn the camera on  
This explains how to turn on the camera in shooting mode.  
a. Set the mode dial to h.  
When shooting still pictures  
When shooting movies  
Still picture shooting modes  
h
P
The camera automatically determines the optimum settings for shooting pictures.  
The camera automatically sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed.  
h
This function reduces blur incurred by a moving subject or camera shake when taking  
pictures.  
B
Suitable for taking pictures of people.  
E
Suitable for taking pictures of a landscape.  
f
R
Select from 11 available scene modes, according to the shooting conditions.  
Use the shooting guide displayed on the screen to shoot pictures according to the  
situation.  
b. Press the o button.  
X
o button  
Y
M
D
TIME  
---- -- -- -- --  
Y
M
D
MENU  
CANCEL  
This screen is displayed if the  
date and time are not set.  
( To turn off the camera, press the o button once again.  
O
N
Hint  
The directions of the arrow pad is indicated with ONXY in the  
supplied instruction manual.  
X
Y
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EN  
       
Set the date and time  
The date and time screen  
Y-M-D  
Hour  
X
Minute  
Y
M
D
TIME  
---- -- -- -- --  
Date formats (Y-M-D, M-D-Y, D-M-Y)  
Y
M
D
MENU  
CANCEL  
Cancels the setting  
a. Press the OF/<and NYbuttons to select [Y].  
• The first two digits of the year are fixed.  
OF/<button  
X
Y
M
D
TIME  
-- -- -- --  
2008  
Y M D  
NYbutton  
MENU  
CANCEL  
b. Press the Y#button.  
Y#button  
c. Press the OF/<and NYbuttons to  
X
select [M].  
Y
M
D
TIME  
-- -- --  
2008 08  
Y M D  
MENU  
CANCEL  
EN  
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Set the date and time  
d. Press the Y#button.  
e. Press the OF/<and NYbuttons to  
X
select [D].  
Y
M
D
TIME  
-- --  
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Y
M
D
MENU  
CANCEL  
f. Press the Y#button.  
g. Press the OF/<and NYbuttons to  
select the hours and minutes.  
X
• The time is displayed in the 24-hour format.  
Y
M
D
TIME  
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Y
M
D
h. Press the Y#button.  
i. Press the OF/<and NYbuttons to  
select [Y/M/D].  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
CANCEL  
X
Y
M
D
TIME  
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Y
M
D
MENU  
OK  
CANCEL  
SET  
j. After all settings have been set, press .  
• For a more accurate setting, press when the time signal hits 00 seconds.  
AUTO  
8
button  
NORM  
IN  
4
The number of storable  
still pictures is displayed.  
8
EN  
Take a picture  
a. Hold the camera.  
Horizontal grip  
Vertical grip  
AUTO  
8
NORM  
IN  
4
b. Focus.  
AUTO  
Shutter Button  
(Press Halfway)  
1/1000 F3.5  
AF target mark  
Place this mark over your  
subject.  
• The AF target mark lights up green when the  
focus and exposure are locked. The shutter  
speed and aperture value are also displayed.  
• If the AF target mark blinks in red, the focus is  
not adjusted properly. Try locking the focus  
again.  
c. Shoot.  
The card access lamp blinks.  
Shutter Button  
(Press  
Completely)  
EN  
9
       
Review your pictures  
a. Press the qbutton.  
qbutton  
Arrow pad  
Displays the next image  
8
NORM  
100-0001  
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IN  
1
Displays the previous image  
Erase pictures  
a. Press the X&and Y#buttons to display the picture you want  
to erase.  
b. Press the /Sbutton.  
ERASE  
IN  
/Sbutton  
YES  
NO  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
CANCEL  
c. Press the OF/<button, select [YES], and press .  
OF/<button  
ERASE  
IN  
YES  
NO  
button  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
CANCEL  
10  
EN  
   
Button operations  
Shooting mode  
1 2  
e
Flash mode  
3
Macro mode/  
Super macro mode  
5
4
6
P
7
9
0
b
8
8
M
c
d
NORM  
IN  
4
Self-timer  
a
Number of storable  
still pictures  
o button  
Turning the camera on and off  
1
Power on:  
Camera turns on in shooting mode.  
• Lens extends  
• Monitor turns on  
Shutter button  
Shooting pictures/Recording movies  
2
Shooting still pictures  
Set the mode dial to a setting other than n, and lightly press the shutter button (halfway).  
The AF target mark lights up green when the focus and exposure are locked (focus lock).  
The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed (only when the mode dial is set to h,  
P or h). Now press the shutter button all the way (completely) to shoot a picture.  
Locking the focus and then composing the shot (focus  
lock)  
P
Compose your picture with the focus locked, and then fully  
press the shutter button to shoot a picture.  
• If the AF target mark blinks red, the focus is not adjusted  
properly. Try locking the focus again.  
1/1000 F3.5  
AF target mark  
Recording movies  
Set the mode dial to nand lightly press the shutter button to lock the focus. Then, press  
the shutter button completely to start recording. Press the shutter button again to stop  
recording.  
EN  
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K button (Shooting)  
Selecting shooting mode/Turning the camera on  
3
Shooting mode is selected.  
This function is used to set the camera to turn on in shooting mode when K is pressed with  
the camera off.  
qbutton (Playback)  
Selecting playback mode/Turning the camera on  
4
The last picture taken is displayed.  
• Press the arrow pad to view other pictures.  
• Use the zoom lever to switch between close-up playback and index display.  
This function is used to set the camera to turn on in playback mode when qis pressed with  
the camera off.  
Playing back movies  
Select the movie in the playback mode and press to play.  
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100-0004  
OK  
IN  
4
MOVIE PLAY  
Operations during movie playback  
Playing time/Total recording time  
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100-0004  
O: Increases the volume.  
N: Reduces the volume.  
IN  
00:12 /00:34  
Y: Fast forwards playback when pressed and held.  
X: Rewinds playback when pressed and held.  
• Press to pause the playback.  
Operations during pause  
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O: Displays the first frame.  
N: Displays the last frame.  
100-0004  
IN  
00:14 /00:34  
Y: Plays when pressed and held.  
X: Plays the movie in reverse when pressed and held.  
• To resume the movie, press .  
• To cancel the playback of the movie in the middle of it or during pause, press m.  
12  
EN  
       
Mode dial  
Switching shooting modes  
5
Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode.  
hShooting pictures with automatic settings  
The camera determines the optimum settings for shooting pictures. [CAMERA MENU]  
settings such as ISO sensitivity cannot be changed.  
P Set the optimum aperture value and shutter speed  
The camera automatically sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed for the  
brightness of the subject. [CAMERA MENU] settings such as ISO sensitivity can be  
changed.  
h Shooting pictures using digital image stabilization  
This function reduces the blur incurred by a moving subject or camera shake when taking  
pictures.  
Shooting pictures according to the situation  
B E  
Use PORTRAIT and LANDSCAPE to shoot pictures with the optimal settings.  
f Shooting pictures by selecting a scene mode according to the  
situation  
Select from 11 available scene modes, according to the shooting conditions.  
Press to set.  
M NIGHT+PORTRAIT /jSPORT /N INDOOR /W CANDLE /  
R SELF PORTRAIT /S SUNSET /X FIREWORKS /P BEHIND GLASS /  
V CUISINE /d DOCUMENTS /i AUCTION  
The scene selection screen displays sample images and  
the shooting mode to best suit the situation.  
To switch to a different scene mode after a scene mode has  
been selected, press m to select [SCENE] from the top  
menu and display the scene selection screen.  
NIGHT+PORTRAIT  
By switching to another scene, most settings will be  
changed to the default settings of each scene.  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
R Follow the shooting guide  
Follow the shooting guide displayed on the screen to set the  
target items.  
SHOOTING GUIDE  
Brightening subject.  
Shooting into backlight.  
Set particular lighting.  
Blurring background.  
1
2
3
4
5
Press m to display the shooting guide again.  
To change the setting without using the shooting guide, set  
the shooting mode to another one.  
The content set using the shooting guide will change to the  
default setting by pressing m or changing the mode  
using the mode dial.  
Adjusting area in focus.  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
EN  
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nRecording movies  
Audio is recorded with the movie.  
• During audio recording, only the digital zoom can be used. To record the movie with the  
optical zoom, set [R] (movie) to [OFF].  
REC  
This icon lights during movie recording.  
The remaining recording time is displayed. When  
the remaining recording time reaches 0, recording  
stops.  
00:34  
g/E button  
Changing the information on display/Display the menu guide  
6
g Changing the information displays  
Press g to change the display in the following order.  
Shooting mode  
Playback mode  
Normal display  
Normal display  
Detailed display  
P
ISO  
400  
NORM  
100-0004  
NORM  
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IN  
4
+2.0  
IN  
4
*
Simple display  
1/1000 F3.5  
+2.0  
ISO400  
NORM  
100-0004  
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IN  
4
*
Frame assist  
No information  
display  
P
ISO  
400  
8
NORM  
+2.0  
IN  
4
*
This is not displayed when the mode dial is set to nor R.  
E Displaying the menu guide  
With a menu item highlighted, press and hold down E to  
display the menu guide which will provide more information on  
the function or setting.  
W
Sets the language for  
menus and error  
messages.  
14  
EN  
           
Arrow pad (ONXY)  
7
Use the arrow pad to select scenes, items on the menus, and to play back pictures.  
8
button (OK/FUNC)  
Displays the Function Menu which contains the functions and settings used during shooting.  
This button is also used to confirm your selection.  
The functions you can set with the Function Menu  
Function Menu  
P
The current camera settings are displayed.  
ON: Select the function to be set.  
WB  
AUTO  
ISO  
AUTO  
8
3264 2448  
PICS LEFT  
5
8
FINE  
4
XY: Select a setting, and press .  
OF/<button  
Changing picture brightness (Exposure compensation)/  
Printing pictures  
9
Shooting mode: Changing picture brightness  
Press OF/<in shooting mode, use the arrow pad to select  
F
preferred brightness, and press .  
• Adjustable from -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV  
0.0  
+0.3  
+1.0  
+0.7  
Use XY to change the display.  
Playback mode: Printing pictures  
Display a picture to print out in playback mode, connect the camera to the printer, and then  
press OF/<to print the picture.  
X&button  
Shooting pictures close to the subject (Macro mode)  
0
Press X&in shooting mode to select the macro mode.  
Press to set.  
OFF Macro off  
Cancels macro mode.  
&
Macro mode  
This mode lets you shoot from as close as 10 cm/3.9 in. (when  
the zoom is set for the zoom-out angle) and as close as 60 cm/  
23.6 in. (when the zoom is set for the zoom-in angle) to your  
subject.  
%
Super macro mode  
This mode lets you shoot from as close as 3 cm/1.2 in. to your  
subject.  
The zoom position is fixed automatically and cannot be changed.  
• Zoom and flash cannot be used in super macro mode.  
EN  
15  
         
NYbutton  
Self-timer shooting  
a
Press NYin shooting mode to select ON or OFF for the self-timer.  
Press to set.  
OFF  
ON  
Cancel the self-timer.  
Set the self-timer.  
• After setting the self-timer, press the shutter button completely. Then, the self-timer lamp  
lights for approximately 10 seconds, blinks for approximately 2 seconds, and the shutter is  
released.  
• To cancel the self-timer, press NY.  
• Self-timer shooting is automatically canceled after one shot.  
Y#button  
Flash shooting  
b
Press Y#in shooting mode to select the flash mode.  
Press to set.  
AUTO Flash auto  
The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.  
This emits pre-flashes for red-eye reduction.  
!
Red-eye reduction  
flash  
#
Fill-in flash  
Flash off  
The flash fires regardless of the available light.  
The flash does not fire.  
$
c m button  
Displaying the top menu  
Displays the top menu.  
/Sbutton  
Increasing the brightness of the monitor (Backlight boost)/  
Erasing pictures  
d
Increasing the brightness of the monitor (Backlight boost)  
The monitor lights brighter when is pressed in shooting mode. If there is no operation for  
10 seconds, it dims back to the original brightness.  
• When [BRIGHT] is selected in [s], the monitor brightness does not change.  
SErasing pictures  
In playback mode, select the picture you want to erase, and press S.  
• Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Check each picture before erasing to avoid  
accidentally erasing pictures you want to keep.  
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EN  
               
Zoom lever  
Zooming while shooting/Close-up playback  
e
Shooting mode: Zooming in on your subject  
Optical zoom: 5×  
Digital zoom: 4× (optical zoom × digital zoom: Max. 20×)  
Zoom out:  
Zoom in:  
P
P
Turn the zoom  
lever to the W-  
side.  
Turn the zoom  
lever to the T-  
side.  
8
8
W
T
W
T
NORM  
NORM  
IN  
IN  
4
4
Zoom bar  
The zoom bar appears white when the current zoom position is within  
the optical zoom area. When the digital zoom activates, the zoom bar  
appears yellow and the image is further enlarged.  
Playback mode: Switching the picture display  
Single-frame playback  
Use the arrow pad to browse pictures.  
W
T
T
T
W
8
M
NORM  
100-0004  
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IN  
4
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IN  
4
W
Close-up playback  
Index display  
Turn and hold the zoom lever to  
the T-side to incrementally zoom  
in (up to 10 times the original  
size), and to the W-side to zoom  
out.  
Use the arrow pad to select a  
x
10  
picture for playback, and  
press to play back the  
single-frame of the picture  
selected.  
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IN  
4
Press the arrow pad during close-  
up playback to scroll the picture in  
the indicated direction.  
When returning to the single-  
frame playback, press .  
W
T
T
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IN  
4
W
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IN  
4
EN  
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Menu operations  
K button (Shooting mode)  
qbutton (Playback mode)  
Arrow pad (ONXY)  
m button  
About the menus  
Press m to display the top menu on the monitor.  
• The contents displayed on the top menu differ according to the mode.  
Top menu  
CAMERA MENU items  
(Still picture shooting mode)  
CAMERA MENU  
IMAGE  
QUALITY  
WB  
AUTO  
AUTO  
OFF  
ISO  
CAMERA  
MENU  
R
RESET  
SETUP  
PANORAMA  
FACE DETECT  
SILENT  
MODE  
OFF  
SCENE  
MENU  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
EXIT  
• Select [CAMERA MENU], [PLAYBACK MENU], [EDIT], [ERASE] or [SETUP] and press  
. The screen for selecting the menu item is then displayed.  
• When the mode dial is set to R and the settings are made by following the shooting  
guide, press m to display the shooting guide screen.  
Operation guide  
During menu operations, the buttons and their respective functions are displayed at the  
bottom of the screen. Follow these guides to navigate the menus.  
IMAGE  
QUALITY  
MENU  
:
:
:
Moves back one menu.  
Exits the menu.  
BACK  
EXIT  
CAMERA  
MENU  
MENU  
RESET  
SETUP  
Sets the selected item.  
OK  
SET  
SILENT  
MODE  
SCENE  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
Operation  
guide  
m
button  
18  
EN  
     
Using the menus  
This explains how to use the menus with the [POWER SAVE] setting as an example.  
1 Set the mode dial to a setting other than R.  
2 Press m to display the top menu. Press Y  
IMAGE  
to select [SETUP], and press .  
QUALITY  
• [POWER SAVE] is on a menu in [SETUP].  
CAMERA  
MENU  
RESET  
SETUP  
SILENT  
MODE  
SCENE  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
3 Press ON to select [POWER SAVE], and  
press .  
SETUP  
1
2
3
MEMORY FORMAT  
BACKUP  
• Unavailable settings cannot be selected.  
• Press X on this screen to move the cursor to the page  
display. Press ON to change the page. To return to the  
W
ENGLISH  
PIXEL MAPPING  
item selection screen, press Y or  
.
K q  
/
NO  
MENU  
OK  
EXIT  
SET  
SETUP  
1
2
3
POWER SAVE  
OFF  
Page display:  
This mark is displayed when there are more  
menu items on the next page.  
MENU  
OK  
EXIT  
SET  
The selected item is displayed  
in a different color.  
4 Press ON to select [OFF] or [ON], and press  
SETUP  
POWER SAVE  
.  
1
2
3
POWER
OFF  
• The menu item is set and the previous menu is displayed.  
Press m repeatedly to exit the menu.  
• To cancel any changes and continue operating the menus,  
press m without pressing .  
ON  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
EN  
19  
Shooting mode menu  
K
1
4
4 CAMERA MENU  
WB  
ISO  
IMAGE  
QUALITY  
R (still picture)  
R (movie)  
PANORAMA  
2
CAMERA  
MENU  
RESET  
SETUP  
*
5
SILENT  
MODE  
FACE DETECT  
SCENE  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
* An Olympus xD-Picture Card  
is required.  
3
• Some functions are not available according to the selected mode.  
• The factory default settings are displayed in gray (  
).  
IMAGE QUALITY  
Changing the image quality  
1
This function allows you to set [IMAGE SIZE] and [COMPRESSION].  
Still picture image quality and their applications  
IMAGE SIZE  
Application  
• Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11 × 17 in.).  
G
H
I
J
K
C
3264 × 2448  
• Suitable for printing pictures at A4 (8.5 × 11 in.).  
• Suitable for printing pictures up to A4 (8 × 11 in.).  
• Suitable for printing pictures at A5 (5 × 7 in.).  
• Suitable for printing pictures at postcard size.  
2560 × 1920  
2048 × 1536  
1600 × 1200  
1280 × 960  
0640 × 480  
• Suitable for viewing pictures on a TV or using pictures on emails  
and web sites.  
• Suitable for playing pictures at Wide screen TV.  
D
1920 × 1080  
COMPRESSION  
• Shooting at high quality.  
L
FINE  
• Shooting at normal quality.  
M
NORMAL  
Movie image quality  
IMAGE SIZE  
C
E
640 × 480  
320 × 240  
20  
EN  
         
RESET  
Changing the shooting functions back to default settings  
2
Restore shooting functions back to default settings.  
NO /YES  
Functions restored to the factory default settings  
Function  
Factory default setting  
M NIGHT+PORTRAIT  
Ref. Page  
f
g
F
Normal display  
0.0  
&
OFF  
Y
OFF  
AUTO  
#
IMAGE SIZE  
G / E  
(Still picture/ Movie)  
COMPRESSION  
WB  
M
AUTO  
AUTO  
OFF  
ON  
ISO  
R (still picture)  
R (movie)  
FACE DETECT  
OFF  
3 f (Scene) Shooting pictures by selecting a scene according to the situation  
The scene selection screen displays sample images and the shooting mode to best suit the  
situation. This can be set only when the mode dial is set to f.  
• By switching to another scene, most settings will be changed to the default settings of each  
scene.  
CAMERA MENU  
4
WB ............................................................................................Adjusting the color of a picture  
AUTO  
The white balance is adjusted automatically for natural color,  
regardless of the light source.  
5
3
1
Sunny day  
Cloudy day  
For shooting under a clear sky.  
For shooting under a cloudy sky.  
Tungsten light For shooting under tungsten lighting.  
w
Fluorescent  
lamp 1  
For shooting under daylight fluorescent lamp. (This type of lamp is  
mainly used in homes.)  
x
y
Fluorescent  
lamp 2  
For shooting under a neutral white fluorescent lamp. (This type of  
lamp is mainly used in desk lamps.)  
Fluorescent  
lamp 3  
For shooting under a white fluorescent lamp. (This type of lamp is  
mainly used in offices.)  
EN  
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ISO.................................................................................................. Changing the ISO sensitivity  
AUTO  
Sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the conditions of the  
subject.  
64/100/200/400/  
640  
A low value lowers the sensitivity for daylight shooting of clear, sharp  
pictures. The higher the value, the better the camera’s light sensitivity  
and ability to shoot with a fast shutter speed and in low light conditions.  
However, high sensitivity introduces noise into the resulting picture,  
which may give it a grainy appearance.  
R (still picture)............................................................... Recording sound with still pictures  
Microphone  
OFF /ON  
When activated [ON], the camera will record about 4 seconds of  
audio after the picture is taken.  
When recording, aim the camera microphone at the source of the  
sound you want to record.  
R (movie)................................................................ Recording movies with or without sound  
When [ON] (sound is recorded) is selected, the optical zoom  
OFF /ON  
cannot be used during movie recording. Only the digital zoom can  
be used.  
PANORAMA............................................................................... Creating a panoramic picture  
Panorama shooting lets you create a panoramic picture, using the OLYMPUS Master  
software on the provided CD-ROM. An Olympus xD-Picture Card is required for panorama  
shooting.  
Connects pictures from left to right  
Connects pictures from bottom to top  
Y: The next picture is  
O: The next picture is  
connected at theright  
edge.  
X: The next picture is  
connected at the left  
edge.  
connected at the top.  
N: The next picture is  
connected at the  
bottom.  
Use the arrow pad to specify at which edge you want to connect the pictures; and then  
compose your shots so that the edges of the pictures overlap. The part of the previous  
picture where it will be joined to the next picture does not remain in the frame. You have to  
remember what the part in the frame looked like and take the next picture so it overlaps.  
• Press to exit.  
• Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 pictures. The warning mark (g) is displayed  
after 10 pictures have been taken.  
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FACE DETECT........................................................................................... Focusing on a face  
OFF /ON  
The camera searches for a face within the frame and focuses on it.  
• A face may not be detected depending on the subject.  
SILENT MODE  
Muting operational sounds  
5
This function allows you to mute operational sounds during  
shooting and playback (e.g. warning beeps, shutter sounds, etc.).  
OFF /ON  
Playback mode menu  
q
4*2  
5*1, *2  
4 EDIT  
6 PLAYBACK MENU  
0
y
R
Q
P
1*2  
2*2  
SLIDE-  
SHOW  
PRINT  
EDIT  
ORDER  
PERFECT PLAYBACK  
FIX  
MENU  
SETUP  
*1 A card is required.  
*2 This is not selected  
when the movie is  
selected.  
3*2  
MY  
SILENT  
MODE  
OK  
SET  
FAVORITE ERASE  
MENU  
EXIT  
7
6
• The factory default settings are displayed in gray (  
).  
SLIDESHOW  
Playing back pictures automatically  
1
Press to start the slideshow.  
• Only the first frame of each movie is displayed.  
• To cancel the slideshow, press or m.  
PERFECT FIX  
Editing images  
2
The recorded image is corrected and saved as a new one.  
• Use ON to select the effect you want to apply, and press .  
• Use XY to display picture you want to edit and press .  
PERFECT FIX  
ALL  
ALL  
Lighting fix and red-eye fix are activated  
together.  
LIGHTING FIX  
REDEYE FIX  
LIGHTING FIX  
REDEYE FIX  
Edit only the portions that photographed  
dark when there is backlighting.  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
Corrects a subject with red-eye.  
• Movies, pictures shot by another camera, and previously fixed or edited pictures cannot be  
corrected.  
• When edited pictures are displayed, the picture cannot be re-edited.  
• Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective.  
• Editing an image may cause it to suffer a minor loss in quality.  
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MY FAVORITE  
Viewing and registering pictures in My Favorite  
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Registers and plays back your favorite still pictures as new ones in the internal memory.  
Up to 9 pictures can be registered.  
• Registered pictures will not be erased even if the internal memory is formatted.  
Note  
• Registered pictures cannot be edited, printed, copied to a card, transferred to a computer,  
or viewed on a computer.  
VIEW FAVORITE.........................................................................Viewing registered pictures  
• Select [VIEW FAVORITE] to display pictures registered in MY FAVORITE. Use the arrow  
pad to browse pictures.  
• Press m to select [ADD FAVORITE] or [SLIDESHOW].  
My Favvoorriittee  
ADD FAVORITE  
SLIDESHOW  
EXIT  
Adds pictures to My Favorite.  
• Select a picture with XY, and press .  
Plays back registered pictures automatically.  
• Press to exit the slideshow.  
ADD  
FAVORITE  
SLIDE-  
SHOW  
EXIT  
Reverts to normal playback mode.  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
Erasing pictures registered in MY FAVORITE  
• Use the arrow pad to select the picture to be erased, and press  
YES/ NO  
S. Select [YES], and press .  
• Even if pictures registered in MY FAVORITE are erased,  
original pictures in the internal memory or the card may not be  
erased.  
SET................................................................................................. Registering favorite pictures  
SET  
Select a picture with XY, and press .  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
EDIT  
4
Q.................................................................................................Changing the size of pictures  
C 640 × 480/ E 320 × 240  
This changes the image size of a picture and saves it as a new file.  
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P.....................................................................................................................Cropping a picture  
Crop a picture, and save the cropped picture as a new picture.  
• Use XY to select a picture to be cropped and press .  
• Use the arrow pad and zoom lever to adjust the position and  
size of the area-selection box, and press  
.
OK  
SET  
PRINT ORDER  
Making print reservations (DPOF)  
5
This function allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date and time  
information) with the pictures stored on the card.  
PLAYBACK MENU  
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0.................................................................................................................. Protecting pictures  
Protected pictures cannot be erased using [ERASE], [SEL.  
OFF  
/ON  
IMAGE] or [ALL ERASE], but they are all erased by formatting.  
• Select the picture with XY, and protect it by selecting [ON]  
with ON. You can protect several frames in succession.  
When a picture is protected, 9will be displayed on the  
monitor.  
0
OFF  
ON  
OK  
EXIT  
y........................................................................................................................ Rotating pictures  
Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed  
U +90° / V 0° / T -90°  
horizontally. This function lets you turn such pictures so that  
they are displayed vertically. New picture orientations are  
saved even when the power is turned off.  
y
y
y
OK  
OK  
OK  
EXIT  
EXIT  
EXIT  
+90°  
0°  
-90°  
Select a picture with XY, and select [U +90°]/[V 0°]/[T -90°] with ON to rotate pictures.  
You can rotate several frames in succession.  
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R.................................................................................................... Adding sound to still pictures  
Sound is recorded for about 4 seconds.  
YES  
/NO  
• Use the arrow pad XY to select a picture, select [YES] with  
ON to begin recording, then press .  
R
• The [BUSY] bar will be temporarily displayed.  
YES  
NO  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
ERASE  
Erasing selected pictures/Erasing all pictures  
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Protected pictures cannot be erased. Cancel protection before erasing protected pictures.  
Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Check each picture before erasing to avoid  
accidentally erasing pictures you want to keep.  
• When erasing pictures in the internal memory, do not insert the card into the camera.  
• When erasing pictures from the card, insert the card into the camera in advance.  
• You can confirm on the monitor whether the internal memory or card is being used.  
SEL. IMAGE................................................................. Erasing by selecting the single-frame  
SEL. IMAGE  
IN  
Use the arrow pad to select the picture, and press to mark  
R on your selection.  
To cancel the selection, press again.  
When the selection is completed, press /S.  
Select [YES], and press .  
1
2
5
3
4
6
MENU  
OK  
S
GO  
BACK  
ALL ERASE .........................Erasing all the pictures in the internal memory or on the card  
• Select [YES], and press .  
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SETUP menus  
Shooting mode  
SETUP  
IMAGE  
QUALITY  
MEMORY FORMAT  
*1  
CAMERA  
RESET  
MENU  
SETUP  
(FORMAT  
)
*1  
BACKUP  
SILENT  
MODE  
OK  
SET  
W
PIXEL MAPPING  
SCENE  
*2  
MENU  
EXIT  
K/q  
MENU COLOR  
SOUND SETTINGS  
s
Playback mode  
SLIDE-  
SHOW  
PRINT  
ORDER  
X
EDIT  
VIDEO OUT  
POWER SAVE  
PERFECT PLAYBACK  
FIX  
MENU  
SETUP  
MY  
SILENT  
MODE  
OK  
SET  
*1 A card is required.  
*2 You cannot select this item  
in playback mode.  
FAVORITE ERASE  
MENU  
EXIT  
• The factory default settings are displayed in gray (  
).  
MEMORY FORMAT (FORMAT) ........................Formatting the internal memory or card  
All existing data, including protected pictures, are erased when the internal memory or card  
is formatted (images registered to “My Favorite” are not erased). Make sure that you save or  
transfer important data to a computer before formatting.  
• Make sure there is no card inserted in the camera when formatting the internal memory.  
• Be sure that the card is inserted in the camera when formatting the card.  
• Before using non-Olympus cards or cards which have been formatted on a computer, you  
must format them with this camera.  
BACKUP................................................Copying pictures in the internal memory to the card  
Insert the optional card into the camera. Copying data does not erase the picture in the  
internal memory.  
• It takes some time to back up data. Check that the battery is not empty before starting the  
copy.  
W ..............................................................................................Selecting a display language  
You can select a language for on-screen display. Available languages vary depending on  
the area where you purchased this camera.  
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PIXEL MAPPING.................................................. Adjusting the image processing function  
The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image  
processing functions. It is not necessary to operate this function frequently. Approximately  
once a year is recommended. Wait at least one minute after taking or viewing pictures to  
allow the pixel mapping function to perform properly. If you turn the camera off during pixel  
mapping, start again.  
Select [PIXEL MAPPING]. When [START] is displayed, press .  
K/q.........................................................Turning on the camera with the K or qbutton  
YES  
NO  
Pressing K turns on the camera and starts the camera in the shooting mode.  
Pressing qturns on the camera and starts the camera in the playback mode.  
The power is not turned on. To turn on the camera, press o.  
MENU COLOR ......................................... Setting the menu screen color and background  
NORMAL / COLOR1 / COLOR2 / COLOR3 / MY FAVORITE  
• Select [MY FAVORITE] and press Y to set a still picture registered in “My Favorite” as the  
background.  
SOUND SETTINGS ......................................... Setting the sound output from the camera  
You can set the following with [SOUND SETTINGS].  
• Setting the volume of the button operation sound. (BEEP)  
• Selecting the volume of the shutter button. (SHUTTER SOUND)  
• Adjusting the volume of the camera warning sound. (8)  
• Adjusting the volume during playback. (qVOLUME)  
BEEP  
OFF (No sound) /  
OFF (No sound) /  
OFF (No sound) /  
LOW / HIGH  
LOW / HIGH  
LOW / HIGH  
SHUTTER SOUND  
8
qVOLUME  
OFF (No sound) / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5  
• You can set all the sounds muted at once by setting [SILENT MODE].  
s .......................................................................................... Adjusting the monitor brightness  
BRIGHT/ NORMAL  
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X......................................................................................................... Setting the date and time  
The date and time is saved with each image and is used in the file name. If the date and time  
are not set, the [X] screen is displayed each time the camera is turned on.  
Y-M-D  
Hour  
Minute  
• The first two digits of [Y] are fixed.  
• The time is displayed in the 24-  
hour format.  
X
Y
M
D
TIME  
• To set the time precisely, with the  
cursor on either “Minute” or “Y/M/  
D”, press as the time signal  
strikes 00 seconds.  
Date formats  
(Y-M-D, M-D-Y, D-M-Y)  
2008 08 26 12 30  
Y
M
D
MENU  
CANCEL  
Cancels the setting  
VIDEO OUT ...............................................................................Playing back pictures on a TV  
The factory default settings differ according to the region where  
the camera is sold.  
NTSC  
/PAL  
To play back camera images on a TV, set the video output according to your TV’s video  
signal type.  
• TV video signal types differ by country/region. Check the video signal type before  
connecting the camera to the TV.  
NTSC: North America, Taiwan, Korea, Japan  
PAL: European countries, China  
Playing back pictures on a TV  
Turn off the camera and the TV before connecting.  
Multi-connector  
Connector cover  
Connect to the TV’s video  
input (yellow) and audio input  
(white) terminals.  
AV cable (provided)  
Settings on the camera  
Settings on the TV  
Turn the camera on and press qto select Turn the TV on and set it to video input mode.  
the playback mode.  
• For details of switching to video input, refer  
to your TV’s instruction manual.  
• Images and the information displayed on the  
screen may be cropped depending on the  
TV’s settings.  
• The last picture taken is displayed on the  
TV. Use the arrow pad to select the  
picture you want to display.  
POWER SAVE...................................................Setting the camera to the power save mode  
When no operation has been performed for approximately 10  
OFF  
/ON  
seconds while in shooting mode, the monitor automatically shuts  
off. Pressing the zoom lever or other buttons restores the  
camera from power save mode.  
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Printing pictures  
Direct printing (PictBridge)  
By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print out pictures  
directly.  
EASY PRINT................ Prints the picture displayed in the monitor by using  
the standard settings of your printer.  
CUSTOM PRINT.......... Prints with the various print settings available on  
your printer.  
• PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and  
printing out pictures directly. To find out if your printer is compatible with PictBridge, refer  
to the printer’s instruction manual.  
• For printer’s standard settings, available printing modes, the setting items such as paper  
sizes, and printer’s specifications such as available types of paper, how to install the  
papers and ink cassettes, etc., refer to the printer’s instruction manual.  
EASY PRINT  
1 In playback mode, display the picture you want to print out on the  
monitor.  
2 Turn the printer on and plug the USB cable provided with the camera  
into the multi-connector of the camera and the printer’s USB port.  
Multi-connector  
Connector cover  
USB cable  
• The [EASY PRINT START] screen is displayed.  
3 Press OF/<.  
• Printing starts.  
• When printing is finished, the picture selection screen is displayed.  
To print another picture, press XY to select a picture, and press  
OF/<.  
EASY PRINT START  
PC/CUSTOM PRINT  
OK  
4 Disconnect the USB cable.  
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Other print modes and print settings (CUSTOM PRINT)  
1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 on P. 30 to display the screen for Step 3 above,  
and then press .  
2 Select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press .  
USB  
PC  
EASY PRINT  
CUSTOM PRINT  
EXIT  
OK  
SET  
3 Follow the operation guide to adjust print settings.  
Selecting a print mode  
PRINT MODE SELECT  
PRINT  
Prints the selected picture.  
PRINT  
ALL PRINT  
Prints all the pictures stored in the internal  
memory or the card.  
ALL PRINT  
MULTI PRINT  
ALL INDEX  
MULTI PRINT  
ALL INDEX  
Prints one picture in multiple layout format.  
PRINT ORDER  
MENU  
Prints an index of all the pictures stored in the  
internal memory or the card.  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
PRINT ORDER  
Prints the pictures according to the print  
reservation data on the card.  
Operation guide  
g
Setting the print paper  
PRINTPAPER  
SIZE  
Choose from the available paper sizes on your  
printer.  
SIZE  
BORDERLESS  
BORDERLESS  
PICS/SHEET  
Select with or without borders. In [MULTI PRINT]  
mode, you cannot print with a border.  
STANDARD  
STANDARD  
Select the number of pictures to be laid out on a  
sheet of paper. Available in [MULTI PRINT] mode  
only.  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
• If the [PRINTPAPER] screen is not displayed, [SIZE], [BORDERLESS] and [PICS/SHEET]  
are set to the default.  
Selecting the picture to print  
Press XY to select the picture you want to print. You can also use the zoom button and  
select a picture from the index display.  
PRINT  
Prints one copy of the selected picture. When  
[SINGLE PRINT] or [MORE] has been selected,  
a single copy or more copies are printed.  
100-0004  
IN  
4
SINGLE PRINT  
MORE  
Makes a print reservation for the displayed  
picture.  
OK  
PRINT  
MORE  
SINGLEPRINT  
Sets the number of prints and data to be printed  
for the displayed picture.  
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Setting the number of prints and data to be printed  
PRINT INFO  
<×  
Sets the number of prints. You can select up  
to 10 prints.  
<x  
1
DATE  
WITHOUT  
WITHOUT  
DATE (  
)
If you select [WITH], pictures are printed with  
the date.  
FILE NAME  
P
FILE NAME (  
)
If you select [WITH], pictures are printed with  
the file name.  
MENU  
OK  
EXIT  
SET  
P
Use the arrow pad and zoom lever, adjust the  
location and size of the trimming frame, then  
press to print the cropped picture.  
4 Select [PRINT], and press .  
PRINT  
• Printing starts.  
• When [OPTION SET] is selected in [ALL PRINT] mode,  
[PRINT INFO] screen is displayed.  
PRINT  
CANCEL  
• When printing is finished, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is  
displayed.  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
To cancel printing  
PRINT  
CONTINUE  
Select  
[CANCEL], and  
press .  
CANCEL  
TRANSFERRING  
OK  
OK  
SET  
CANCEL  
Press .  
Screen during data transfer  
5 In the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen, press m.  
PRINT MODE SELECT  
PRINT  
• A message is displayed.  
ALL PRINT  
MULTI PRINT  
ALL INDEX  
PRINT ORDER  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
6 Disconnect the USB cable.  
Print settings (DPOF)  
Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date and time  
information) with the pictures stored on the card.  
With print reservations, you can print out pictures easily either at home using a personal  
DPOF-compatible printer or at a photo store that supports DPOF. DPOF is a standard format  
used to record automatic print information from digital cameras.  
• Only the images stored on the card can be reserved to print. Insert a card with recorded  
pictures into the camera before making print reservations.  
• DPOF reservations set by another device cannot be changed by this camera. Make changes  
using the original device. If a card contains DPOF reservations set by another device,  
entering reservations using this camera may overwrite the previous reservations.  
• You can make DPOF print reservations for up to 999 images per card.  
• Not all functions may be available on all printers, or at all photo stores.  
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Making a print reservation  
1 Press m in the playback mode and select [PRINT ORDER].  
2 Select [<] or [U], and press .  
PRINT ORDER  
<
Makes a print reservation for the selected picture.  
Makes print reservations for all the pictures stored on the  
card.  
<
U
U
• When [U] is selected, go to step 5.  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
EXIT  
Operation guide  
When [<] is selected  
3 Press XY to select the frames for print  
reservations, and then press ON to set the number  
of prints.  
x
0
8
NORM  
2008.08.26 12:30  
100-0004  
• You cannot make print reservations for pictures with A.  
• Repeat Step 3 to make print reservations for other pictures.  
4
W
OK  
SET  
Cropping a picture  
• Use zoom lever to display the trimming frame.  
• Use the arrow pad and zoom lever to adjust the position and the size of area-selection box  
then press .  
4 When you finish making print reservations, press .  
5 Select the date and time setting, and press .  
X
NO  
The pictures are printed without the date and time.  
NO  
DATE The selected pictures are printed with the shooting date.  
TIME The selected pictures are printed with the shooting time.  
DATE  
TIME  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
6 Select [SET], and press .  
PRINT ORDER  
(
)
1
1
SET  
CANCEL  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
Resetting print reservation data  
You can reset all the print reservation data or just for selected pictures.  
1 Select top menu [PRINT ORDER], and press .  
To reset the print reservation data for all the pictures  
2 Select [<] or [U], and press .  
3 Select [RESET], and press .  
PRINT ORDER SETTING  
PRINT ORDERED  
RESET  
KEEP  
MENU  
OK  
SET  
BACK  
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To reset the print reservation data for a selected picture  
2 Select [<], and press .  
3 Select [KEEP], and press .  
4 Press XY to select the picture with the print reservations you want to  
cancel, and press N to decrease the number of prints to 0.  
• Repeat Step 4 to cancel print reservations for other pictures.  
5 When you are finished canceling print reservations, press .  
6 Select the date and time setting, and press .  
• The setting is applied to the remaining pictures with print reservations.  
7 Select [SET], and press .  
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Using OLYMPUS Master  
Using the USB cable provided with your camera, you can connect the camera and computer  
and download (transfer) the images to your computer using the OLYMPUS Master software,  
also provided with the camera.  
Prepare the following items before starting.  
OLYMPUSMaster2  
CD-ROM  
USB cable  
A computer that satisfies the operating  
environment (P. 35) requirements  
What is OLYMPUS Master?  
OLYMPUS Master is a software application for managing your digital images on your  
computer.  
Install the OLYMPUS Master software  
Before installing the OLYMPUS Master software, please confirm that your computer is  
compatible with the following system requirements.  
For newer operating systems, please refer to the Olympus web site as shown on the back  
cover of this manual.  
Operating environment  
Windows  
Macintosh  
OS  
Windows 2000 Professional/XP Home Mac OS X v10.3 or later  
Edition/XP Professional/Vista  
CPU  
RAM  
Pentium III 500 MHz or later  
Power PC G3 500 MHz or later  
Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or later  
256 MB or more  
256 MB or more  
500 MB or more  
Hard disk capacity 500 MB or more  
Monitor  
1,024 × 768 pixels or more 65,536  
1,024 × 768 pixels or more 32,000  
colors or more (16.77 million colors or colors or more (16.77 million colors or  
more recommended)  
more recommended)  
Other  
USB port or IEEE 1394 port  
Internet Explorer 6 or later  
USB port or IEEE 1394 port (FireWire)  
Safari 1.0 or later (1.3 or later  
QuickTime 7 or later recommended recommended)  
DirectX 9 or later recommended QuickTime 6 or later  
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Note  
• Use a computer with a pre-installed operating system. Operations are not guaranteed on  
home-built computers or computers with an updated operating system.  
• Operations are not guaranteed when using an added USB or IEEE 1394 (FireWire) port.  
• To install the software, you must log on as a user with administrators’ privileges.  
• If you are using Macintosh, be sure to remove the media (drag & drop onto the trash icon)  
before performing the following operations. Failure to do so could result in unstable computer  
operation and the need to reboot.  
• Disconnect the cable connecting the camera to the computer  
• Turn off the camera  
• Open the camera’s battery/card compartment cover  
For how to install the OLYMPUS Master software, refer to the installation guide  
included in the CD-ROM.  
Connecting the camera to a computer  
1 Make sure the camera is turned off.  
• The monitor is off.  
• The lens is retracted.  
Monitor  
Connector cover  
2 Connect the multi-connector on the camera to  
the USB port on the computer using the provided  
USB cable.  
• Refer to your computer’s instruction manual to locate the  
position of the USB port.  
• The camera turns on automatically.  
• The monitor turns on and the selection screen for the USB  
connection is displayed.  
Multi-connector  
3 Select [PC], and press .  
USB  
PC  
EASY PRINT  
CUSTOM PRINT  
EXIT  
OK  
SET  
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4 The camera is recognized by the computer.  
Windows  
When you connect the camera to your computer for the first time, the computer attempts to  
recognize the camera. Click “OK” to exit the message that is displayed. The camera is  
recognized as a “Removable Disk”.  
Macintosh  
The iPhoto program is the default application for managing digital images. When you  
connect your digital camera for the first time, the iPhoto application starts automatically, so  
close this application and start OLYMPUS Master.  
Note  
• The camera functions are disabled while the camera is connected to a computer.  
• Connecting the camera to a computer via a USB hub may cause unstable operation. In this  
case, do not use a hub, but connect the camera directly to the computer.  
• Images cannot be transferred to your computer with OLYMPUS Master if [PC] is selected in  
Step 3, Y is pressed and [MTP] is selected.  
Start up the OLYMPUS Master software  
Windows  
1 Double-click the “OLYMPUS Master 2” icon  
Macintosh  
on the desktop.  
1 Double-click the “OLYMPUS Master 2” icon  
in the “OLYMPUS  
Master 2” folder.  
• The browse window is displayed.  
• When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the OLYMPUS  
Master initial setting screen and user registration screen are displayed before the browse  
window.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Displaying camera images on a computer  
Downloading and saving images  
1 Click “Transfer Images”  
on the browse  
window, and then click “From Camera”  
.
• The window for selecting the pictures you want to transfer  
from the camera is displayed. All the images in the camera are  
displayed.  
2 Select “New Album” and enter an album name.  
3 Select the image files and click “Transfer  
Images”.  
• A window indicating that the download is complete is  
displayed.  
4 Click “Browse images now”.  
• The downloaded images are displayed in the browse window.  
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To disconnect the camera  
Card access lamp  
1 Make sure that the card access lamp has  
stopped blinking.  
2 Make the following preparations for  
disconnecting the USB cable.  
Windows  
1
Click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon  
in the  
system tray.  
2
3
Click the message that is displayed.  
When a message is displayed saying that the hardware  
can be ejected safely, click “OK”.  
Macintosh  
1
The trash icon changes to the eject icon when the  
“Untitled” or “NO_NAME” icon on the desktop is dragged.  
Drag and drop it on the eject icon.  
3 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera.  
Note  
• Windows: When you click “Unplug or Eject Hardware”, a warning message may be  
displayed. Make sure that image data is not being downloaded from the camera and that all  
applications are closed. Click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon again and disconnect the  
cable.  
For detailed operations of OLYMPUS Master, refer to the quick start guide  
displayed upon startup or the help of the OLYMPUS Master.  
To download and save images to a computer without  
using OLYMPUS Master  
This camera is compatible with USB mass storage. You can connect the camera to your  
computer using the USB cable provided with the camera to download and save images  
without using OLYMPUS Master. The following environment is required to use the USB  
cable to connect the camera to your computer.  
Windows: Windows 2000 Professional/XP Home Edition/XP Professional/Vista  
Macintosh: Mac OS X v10.3 or later  
Note  
• If your computer is running Windows Vista, you can select [PC] in Step 3 on P. 36, press Y,  
and select [MTP] to use Windows Photo Gallery.  
• Data transfer is not guaranteed in the following environments, even if your computer is  
equipped with a USB port.  
• Computers with a USB port added by means of an extension card, etc.  
• Computers without a factory-installed OS and home-built computers  
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Getting to know your camera better  
Shooting tips and information  
Tips before you start taking pictures  
The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded  
The battery is not charged  
• Charge the battery with the charger.  
The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold  
• Battery performance declines in low temperatures, and the charge may not be sufficient  
to turn on the camera. Remove the battery and warm it by putting it in your pocket for a  
while.  
The card cannot be used  
Sometimes when the contact area of the card is dirty, the camera cannot recognize the card,  
and the [CARD SETUP] screen will be displayed. In this case, select [CLEAN CARD] and  
after pressing , take out the card, and wipe the contact area with a soft, dry cloth.  
No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed  
The camera is in sleep mode  
• To save battery power, the camera automatically goes into sleep mode and the monitor  
turns off if there is no operation for 3 minutes when the camera is turned on. No picture is  
taken even if the shutter button is fully pressed in this mode. Operate the zoom lever or  
other buttons to restore the camera from sleep mode before taking a picture. If the camera  
is left for another 12 minutes, it automatically turns off. Press o to turn the camera  
on.  
The mode dial is in the position of R  
• No pictures can be taken when the shooting guide is being displayed. Take pictures after  
selecting the settings by following the shooting guide, or turn the mode dial and set it to a  
shooting mode other than R.  
The flash is charging  
• Wait until the  
(flash charge) mark stops blinking before taking the picture.  
#
The date and time have not been set  
The camera has been used in the same condition from the time of purchase  
• No date and time have been set in the camera at the time of purchase. Set the date and  
time before using the camera.  
g
The battery has been removed from the camera  
• The date and time settings will be returned to the factory default settings if the camera is  
left without the battery for approximately 1 day. If the battery is in the camera for a short  
period of time, the date and time setting will be reset earlier than this. Before taking  
important pictures, check that the date and time settings are correct.  
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Shooting tips  
Focusing on the subject  
There are several ways to focus, depending on the subject.  
When the subject is not in the center of the frame  
• Place the subject in the center of the frame, lock the focus on the subject, and then  
recompose your picture.  
g
The subject is moving quickly  
• Focus the camera on a point roughly the same distance away as the subject you want to  
shoot (by pressing the shutter button halfway); and then recompose your picture and wait  
for the subject to enter the frame.  
Subjects that are difficult to focus on  
• Under certain types of conditions, it is difficult to focus using auto focus.  
Subject with low contrast  
Subject with an extremely  
bright area in the center of  
the frame  
Subject without vertical  
lines  
Subjects at different  
distances  
Fast-moving subject  
The subject is not in the  
center of the frame  
In these cases, focus (focus lock) on an object with high contrast at the same distance as  
the intended subject, recompose your shot and then take the picture. If the subject has  
no vertical lines, hold the camera vertically and focus the camera using the focus lock  
function by pressing the shutter button halfway, and then return the camera to the  
horizontal position while keeping the button pressed halfway and take the picture.  
Taking pictures without blurring  
Hold the camera correctly and press the shutter button gently to shoot the picture. In  
addition, blurring is reduced when taking pictures in the h mode.  
The factors that can cause the picture to blur are as follows:  
• When you zoom at a high magnification to shoot the picture  
• When the shutter speed is set low to shoot a dark subject  
• When the flash cannot be used or a low shutter speed set f mode is selected.  
Taking blur-free pictures without the flash  
The flash fires automatically when insufficient light is available and may cause your image  
to be blurry.  
When taking pictures in low lights without the flash, set the flash mode to [$] (flash off), then  
increase the ISO sensitivity.  
g
Increase the [ISO] setting  
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The picture is too grainy  
There are several factors that can cause the picture to appear grainy.  
Using the digital zoom to take close-up pictures  
• With the digital zoom, part of the image is cropped and enlarged. The greater the  
magnification, the grainier the picture appears.  
g
Increasing the ISO sensitivity  
• When you increase the [ISO] setting, “noise”, which appears as spots of unwanted color  
or unevenness in the color, can be introduced and give the picture a grainy appearance.  
This camera is equipped with a function to allow shooting at high sensitivity while  
suppressing noise; however, increasing the ISO sensitivity can result in some noise,  
depending on the shooting conditions.  
g
Taking pictures with the f mode set to M, W, S or X  
• When taking pictures of dark subjects using the above scene modes, the picture may  
appear grainy.  
g
Taking pictures with the correct color  
• The reason why there are sometimes differences between the actual colors and the colors  
recorded in a picture is related to the light source illuminating the subject. [WB] is the  
function that helps the camera determine the true colors. Normally, the [AUTO] setting  
provides the optimal white balance, but depending on the subject, results may be better if  
you manually adjust the [WB] setting.  
• When the subject is in the shade on a sunny day  
• When the subject is illuminated by both natural light and indoor lighting, such as  
when near a window  
• When there is no white in the center of the frame  
g
Taking pictures of a white beach or snow scene  
• Often, bright subjects (such as snow) turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjusting  
OF toward [+] makes the subject closer to their real shades. Conversely, when you are  
shooting dark subjects, it can be effective to adjust toward [–]. Sometimes, using the flash  
may not produce the brightness (exposure) that was intended.  
g
OF/<button Changing picture brightness (Exposure compensation)/  
Printing pictures” (P. 15)  
Taking pictures of a subject against backlight  
• Set the flash to [#] (fill-in) to activate fill-in-flash. You can shoot a subject against backlight  
without the face of the subject appearing dark. [#] is effective not only for shooting against  
backlight, but also for shooting under fluorescent and other artificial lighting.  
g
• Setting OF to [+] is effective when shooting against backlight.  
g
Printing pictures” (P. 15)  
• When [FACE DETECT] is set to [ON], faces in pictures appears bright, since adequate  
exposure for the detected face can be obtained even under backlight conditions.  
g
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Additional shooting tips and information  
Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken  
There are two ways to record the pictures you take with this camera.  
Recording pictures to the internal memory  
• Pictures are recorded to the internal memory, and when the number of storable still  
pictures reaches 0, you connect the camera to a computer to download the pictures; and  
then erase the pictures from the internal memory.  
Using a card (xD-Picture Card) (optional)  
• Pictures are recorded to the card when inserted in the camera. When the card is full, you  
download the pictures to a computer and then either erase the pictures from the card or  
use a new card.  
• Pictures are not recorded to the internal memory when a card is inserted in the camera.  
Pictures in the internal memory can be copied to the card using the [BACKUP] function.  
g
Number of storable still pictures and recording length of movies  
Still pictures  
Number of storable still pictures  
Using a 1GB card  
COMPRES-  
SION  
Internal memory  
IMAGE SIZE  
Without  
sound  
Without  
With sound  
With sound  
sound  
223  
L
M
L
M
L
M
L
M
L
M
L
M
L
M
4
7
4
221  
429  
G
3264 × 2448  
2560 × 1920  
2048 × 1536  
1600 × 1200  
1280 × 960  
640 × 480  
8
438  
6
6
353  
359  
H
I
12  
10  
20  
16  
32  
25  
47  
84  
148  
15  
30  
12  
10  
21  
17  
34  
26  
53  
107  
197  
16  
32  
673  
695  
566  
576  
1,102  
913  
1,142  
940  
J
1,728  
1,390  
2,558  
4,568  
7,995  
841  
1,881  
1,453  
2,907  
5,814  
10,660  
876  
K
C
D
1920 × 1080  
1,640  
1,728  
Movies  
Continuous recording length  
Internal memory Using a 1 GB card  
IMAGE SIZE  
Without  
sound  
Without  
sound  
With sound  
With sound  
C
E
640 × 480  
320 × 240  
21 sec.  
58 sec.  
22 sec.  
17 min. 48 sec. 18 min. 11 sec.  
29 min. 29 min.  
1 min. 1 sec.  
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Using a new card  
• If you use a non-Olympus card or a card used for another application, such as a computer,  
use the [FORMAT] function to format the card.  
g
The card access lamp is blinking  
• An image or movie is being recorded or downloaded (when connected to a computer).  
• Do not do any of the following while the card access lamp is blinking. Doing so may  
prevent the image data from being saved and render the internal memory or card  
unusable.  
• Open the battery/card compartment cover  
• Remove the battery and card  
Extending the useful life of the battery  
• Performing any of the following operations when not actually taking pictures can deplete  
the battery power.  
• Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway  
• Repeatedly using the zoom  
• To save battery power, set [POWER SAVE] to [ON], or turn off the camera whenever it is  
not in use.  
g
Functions that cannot be selected from menus/Functions that cannot be  
selected even by pressing the function buttons  
• Some items may not be selectable from the menus when using the arrow pad.  
(The menu items displayed in gray cannot be selected.)  
• Items that cannot be set with the current shooting mode  
• Items that cannot be set because of an item that has already been set: [%] and [#],  
etc.  
• Some functions cannot be used when there is no card in the camera.  
[PANORAMA], [PRINT ORDER], [FORMAT], [BACKUP]  
When the mode dial is set to R, functions cannot be changed.  
To return the settings of functions to default settings  
• To return the changed shooting settings to default settings while shooting, set [RESET] to  
[YES].  
g
• All shooting settings except for P mode, [IMAGE QUALITY] and the selected scene mode  
return to default settings when the camera is turned off.  
Playback help and troubleshooting tips  
The red-eye cannot be fixed  
• Depending on the picture, the red-eye may not be fixed. Also, parts except the eye may  
be fixed.  
Bright specks appear in the picture  
• Light reflecting from dust and other particles in the air at night may appear as bright specks  
in pictures taken using the flash.  
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Playback tips  
Playing back pictures in the internal memory  
• When a card has been inserted in the camera, the pictures in the internal memory cannot  
be played back. Pull out the card before operating the camera.  
Viewing picture information  
• Play back a picture, and press g/E. Press g/E repeatedly to change the amount  
of information displayed.  
g
Quickly displaying a desired picture  
• Turn the zoom lever to the W-side to display the pictures as thumbnails (index display).  
g
Erasing sound recorded to still pictures  
• Once sound is added to a picture, it is not possible to erase the sound. In this case, make  
a re-recording with silence.  
g
Viewing pictures on a computer  
Viewing the entire picture on a computer screen  
The size of the picture displayed on a computer screen changes depending on the computer  
settings. When the monitor setting is 1,024 × 768 and you are using Internet Explorer to view  
a picture with an image size of 2,048 × 1,536 at 100%; the entire picture cannot be viewed  
without scrolling. There are several ways you can view the entire picture on the computer  
screen.  
View the picture using image browsing software  
• Install the OLYMPUS Master 2 software from the provided CD-ROM.  
Change the monitor setting  
• The icons on the computer desktop may be rearranged. For details of changing the  
settings on your computer, refer to the computer’s instruction manual.  
When you get an error message on the camera...  
Monitor indication  
Possible cause  
Corrective action  
There is a problem with the This card cannot be used. Insert a new  
q
card.  
card.  
CARD ERROR  
Writing to the card is  
prohibited.  
The recorded image has been protected  
(read-only) on a computer. Download the  
image to a computer and cancel the read-  
only setting.  
q
WRITE PROTECT  
The internal memory has no Insert a card or erase unwanted data.  
available memory and Before erasing, backup the data of  
cannot store any new data. important pictures using the card or  
download such pictures to a computer.  
>
MEMORY FULL  
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Monitor indication  
Possible cause  
Corrective action  
The card has no available  
memory and cannot store  
any new data.  
Replace the card or erase unwanted data.  
Before erasing, download important  
pictures to a computer.  
q
CARD FULL  
There are no pictures in the The internal memory or the card contains  
L
internal memory or on the  
card.  
no pictures.  
Record pictures.  
NO PICTURE  
There is a problem with the Use image processing software to view the  
selected picture and it  
cannot be played back on  
this camera.  
picture on a computer. If that cannot be  
done, the image file is damaged.  
r
PICTURE ERROR  
r
Pictures taken by other  
cameras, or previously  
edited or corrected pictures  
cannot be edited or fixed.  
Use image processing software to edit the  
pictures.  
THE IMAGE  
CANNOT BE  
EDITED  
The battery/card  
compartment cover is open.  
Close the battery/card compartment cover.  
Charge the battery.  
CARD-COVER  
OPEN  
The battery is empty.  
g
BATTERY EMPTY  
• Select [CLEAN CARD], and press  
Remove the card and wipe the contact  
area with a soft, dry cloth.  
.
CARD SETUP  
The card is not being  
recognized by the camera.  
Or, the card is not formatted.  
CLEAN CARD  
FORMAT  
• Select [FORMAT] [YES] and press  
OK  
SET  
. All data on the card is erased.  
There is an error in the  
internal memory.  
Select [MEMORY FORMAT]  
[YES] and  
MEMORY SETUP  
IN  
press . All data in the internal memory is  
erased.  
POWER OFF  
MEMORY FORMAT  
OK  
SET  
The camera is not  
connected to the computer  
or the printer correctly.  
Disconnect the camera and connect it  
again correctly.  
NO CONNECTION  
NO PAPER  
There is no paper in the  
printer.  
Load some paper into the printer.  
The printer has run out of  
ink.  
Replace the ink cartridge in the printer.  
NO INK  
The paper is jammed.  
Remove the jammed paper.  
JAMMED  
The printer’s paper tray has Do not operate the printer while changing  
been removed or the printer settings on the camera.  
has been operated while  
SETTINGS  
CHANGED  
changing settings on the  
camera.  
There is a problem with the Turn off the camera and printer. Check the  
printer and/or camera.  
printer and remedy any problems before  
turning the power on again.  
PRINT ERROR  
Pictures recorded on other  
cameras may not be printed  
on this camera.  
Use a computer to print.  
r
CANNOT PRINT  
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Functions available in shooting modes and scenes  
Some functions cannot be set in certain shooting modes. For more details, refer to the table  
below.  
Functions available in shooting modes  
Shooting mode  
f
h
i
Ref.  
Page  
C
N
V
W
P
d
h
P
l
A
M
R
S
X
i
Function  
F
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
*1  
&
%
Y
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
*2  
*2  
*2  
*2  
*2  
#
Zoom  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
*3  
IMAGE QUALITY  
WB  
9
9
9
ISO  
R (still picture)  
R (movie)  
PANORAMA  
FACE DETECT  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
*1 Shooting mode is fixed at [&].  
*2 [#] is fixed at [$].  
*3 [IMAGE QUALITY] is fixed at [C].  
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Appendix  
Camera care  
Cleaning the camera  
Exterior:  
• Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and  
wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used  
the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well.  
Monitor:  
• Wipe gently with a soft cloth.  
Lens:  
• Blow dust off the lens with a commercial blower, then wipe gently with a lens cleaner.  
Battery/Charger:  
• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.  
Note  
• Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or chemically treated cloth.  
• Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.  
Storage  
• When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery and card, and keep in a cool,  
dry place that is well ventilated.  
• Periodically, insert the battery and test the camera functions.  
Note  
• Avoid leaving the camera in places where chemical products are handled since this may  
result in corrosion.  
Battery and charger  
( This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of batteries  
can be used.  
( Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are used.  
( During the conditions described below, power is consumed continuously and the battery  
becomes exhausted quickly.  
• The zoom is used repeatedly.  
• The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in shooting mode, activating the auto focus.  
• A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extended period of time.  
• The camera is connected to a computer or printer.  
( Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn off without displaying the battery  
level warning.  
( The rechargeable battery is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Charge the battery fully  
with the LI-40C charger before use.  
( The provided rechargeable battery usually takes approximately 5 hours to charge.  
( This camera uses a charger specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of charger.  
Using your charger abroad  
( The charger can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100 V to 240 V  
AC (50/60Hz) around the world. However, depending on the country or area you are in, the AC  
wall outlet may be shaped differently and the charger may require a plug adapter to match the  
wall outlet. For details, ask at your local electrical shop or travel agent.  
( Do not use travel voltage converters as they could damage your charger.  
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Useful use of the accessories  
The card  
Pictures can be recorded on the optional card.  
The internal memory and card are the camera’s media for recording pictures, similar to film in a film camera.  
Pictures recorded to the internal memory or card can be easily erased on the camera or processed using a  
computer.  
Unlike portable storage media, the internal memory cannot be removed or exchanged.  
The number of recordable pictures can be increased by using a card with a larger capacity.  
1
2
Index area  
You can use this space to write the contents of the card.  
Contact area  
1
2
The part where the data transferred from the camera enters the card.  
Do not touch this area directly.  
Compatible cards  
xD-Picture Card (16MB – 2GB) (Type H/M, Standard)  
Using the internal memory or card  
You can confirm on the monitor whether the internal memory or card is being used during shooting and  
playback operations.  
Shooting mode  
Playback mode  
P
Memory indicator  
B:  
When using the internal memory  
No icon: When using a card  
8
NORM  
8
100-0004  
NORM  
IN  
IN  
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4
Note  
• Do not open the battery/card compartment cover while the card access lamp is blinking, as  
the lamp is indicating that it is reading or writing data. Doing so may damage the data in the  
internal memory or the card and render the internal memory or card unusable.  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT  
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important  
operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with  
the product.  
If the product is used without observing the information given under this  
symbol, serious injury or death may result.  
DANGER  
If the product is used without observing the information given under this  
symbol, injury or death may result.  
WARNING  
CAUTION  
If the product is used without observing the information given under this  
symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of  
valuable data may result.  
WARNING!  
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER DISASSEMBLE,  
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY  
ENVIRONMENT.  
General Precautions  
Read All Instructions — Before you use the product, read all operating instructions. Save all  
manuals and documentation for future reference.  
Cleaning — Always unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth  
for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to clean  
this product.  
Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories  
recommended by Olympus.  
Water and Moisture — For precautions on products with weatherproof designs, read the  
weatherproofing sections.  
Location — To avoid damage to the product, mount the product securely on a stable tripod, stand,  
or bracket.  
Power Source — Connect this product only to the power source described on the product label.  
Foreign Objects — To avoid personal injury, never insert a metal object into the product.  
Heat — Never use or store this product near any heat source such as a radiator, heat register,  
stove, or any type of equipment or appliance that generates heat, including stereo amplifiers.  
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Handling the Camera  
WARNING  
( Do not use the camera near flammable or explosive gases.  
( Do not use the flash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at  
close range.  
• You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects. Firing the flash too  
close to the subject’s eyes could cause a momentary loss of vision.  
( Keep young children and infants away from the camera.  
• Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent  
the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury:  
• Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation.  
• Accidentally swallowing the battery, cards or other small parts.  
• Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or those of another child.  
• Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera.  
( Do not look at the sun or strong lights with the camera.  
( Do not use or store the camera in dusty or humid places.  
( Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing.  
CAUTION  
( Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors,  
noise, or smoke around it.  
• Never remove the batteries with bare hands, which may cause a fire or burn your hands.  
( Never hold or operate the camera with wet hands.  
( Do not leave the camera in places where it may be subject to extremely  
high temperatures.  
• Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to  
catch fire. Do not use the charger if it is covered (such as a blanket). This could cause  
overheating, resulting in fire.  
( Handle the camera with care to avoid getting a low-temperature burn.  
• When the camera contains metal parts, overheating can result in a low-temperature burn.  
Pay attention to the following:  
• When used for a long period, the camera will get hot. If you hold on to the camera in this  
state, a low-temperature burn may be caused.  
• In places subject to extremely cold temperatures, the temperature of the camera’s body  
may be lower than the environmental temperature. If possible, wear gloves when handling  
the camera in cold temperatures.  
( Be careful with the strap.  
• Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. It could easily catch on stray objects -  
and cause serious damage.  
Battery Handling Precautions  
Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning,  
exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns.  
DANGER  
• The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified  
charger. Do not use any other chargers.  
• Never heat or incinerate batteries.  
• Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with  
any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.  
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• Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high  
temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.  
• To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all instructions  
regarding the use of batteries. Never attempt to disassemble a battery or modify it in any way, by  
soldering, etc.  
• If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold running water and  
seek medical attention immediately.  
• Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a child accidentally swallows a battery,  
seek medical attention immediately.  
WARNING  
• Keep batteries dry at all times.  
• To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or explosion, use only batteries  
recommended for use with this product.  
• Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions.  
• If rechargeable batteries have not been recharged within the specified time, stop charging them  
and do not use them.  
• Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.  
• If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during  
operation, stop using the camera.  
• If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area  
with clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention  
immediately.  
• Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.  
CAUTION  
• Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other  
abnormality.  
• The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it  
immediately after using the camera.  
• Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period.  
Caution for Usage Environment  
• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in the  
places listed below, no matter if in use or storage:  
• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes. Direct  
sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or humidifiers.  
• In sandy or dusty environments.  
• Near flammable items or explosives.  
• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products with weatherproof  
designs, read their manuals as well.  
• In places prone to strong vibrations.  
• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations.  
• When mounted on a tripod, adjust the position of the camera with the tripod head. Do not twist  
the camera.  
• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras.  
• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain  
damage, color failure, ghosting on the CCD, or may possibly cause fires.  
• Do not push or pull severely on the lens.  
• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the battery. Select a cool, dry location for  
storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the  
camera by turning it on and pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it is operating  
normally.  
• Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera’s manual.  
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Battery Handling Precautions  
• This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery.  
For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using it.  
• If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery  
well with a dry cloth before use.  
• Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period.  
• When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and  
spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low temperatures may be  
restored after it is warmed at room temperature.  
• The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditions or battery.  
• Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase extra batteries. A  
recommended battery may be difficult to obtain while traveling.  
• Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources. When you throw away dead  
batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations.  
LCD Monitor  
• Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback  
mode failure or damage to the LCD monitor.  
• A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor, but this is not a malfunction.  
• When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the  
monitor. This is not a malfunction; it will be less noticeable in playback mode.  
• In places subject to low temperatures, the LCD monitor may take a long time to turn on or its color  
may change temporarily. When using the camera in extremely cold places, it is a good idea to  
occasionally place it in a warm place. An LCD monitor exhibiting poor performance due to low  
temperatures will recover in normal temperatures.  
• The LCD used for the monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or  
bright spots of light may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. Due to its characteristics or the  
angle at which you are viewing the monitor, the spot may not be uniform in color and brightness.  
This is not a malfunction.  
Legal and Other Notices  
• Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or benefit expected by  
using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inappropriate  
use of this product.  
• Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit  
expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing picture data.  
Disclaimer of Warranty  
• Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning  
any content of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied  
warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential,  
incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits,  
business interruption and loss of business information) arising from the use or inability to use  
these written materials or software or equipment. Some countries do not allow the exclusion or  
limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations may not  
apply to you.  
• Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.  
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Warning  
Unauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws.  
Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe  
upon the rights of copyright owners.  
Copyright Notice  
All rights reserved. No part of these written materials or this software may be reproduced or used  
in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording or the  
use of any type of information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of  
Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained in these written  
materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein.  
Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without  
obligation or advance notice.  
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For customers in Europe  
“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for  
safety, health, environment and customer protection. “CE” mark cameras are  
intended for sales in Europe.  
This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate  
collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries.  
Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse.  
Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the  
disposal of this product.  
Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery and Battery Charger  
We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine Olympus dedicated rechargeable  
battery and battery charger with this camera.  
Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/or battery charger may result in fire or  
personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not  
assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery and/  
or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories.  
Provisions of warranty  
1. If this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the  
written Handling Care and Operating instructions supplied with it), during a period of two years  
from the date of purchase from an authorized Olympus distributor within the business area of  
product will be repaired, or at Olympus’s option replaced, free of charge. To claim under this  
warranty the customer must take the product and this Warranty Certificate before the end of the  
two year warranty period to the dealer where the product was purchased or any other Olympus  
service station within the business area of Olympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the  
customer may turn the product in at any Olympus service station. Please notice that not in all  
countries such Olympus service station exists.  
2. The customer shall transport the product to the dealer or Olympus authorized service station at  
his own risk and shall be responsible for any costs incurred in transporting the product.  
3. This warranty does not cover the following and the customer will be required to pay repair  
charge, even for defects occurring within the warranty period referred to above.  
(a) Any defect that occurs due to mishandling (such as an operation performed that is not  
mentioned in the Handling Care or other sections of the instructions, etc.)  
(b) Any defect that occurs due to repair, modification, cleaning, etc. performed by anyone other  
than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station.  
(c) Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, etc. after purchase of the  
product.  
(d) Any defect or damage that occurs due to fire, earthquake, flood damage, thunderbolt, other  
natural disasters, environmental pollution and irregular voltage sources.  
(e) Any defect that occurs due to careless or improper storage (such as keeping the product  
under conditions of high temperature and humidity, near insect repellents such as  
naphthalene or harmful drugs, etc.), improper maintenance, etc.  
(f) Any defect that occurs due to exhausted batteries, etc.  
(g) Any defect that occurs due to sand, mud, etc. entering the inside of the product casing.  
(h) When this Warranty Certificate is not returned with the product.  
(i) When any alterations whatsoever are made to the Warranty Certificate regarding the year,  
month and date of purchase, the customer’s name, the dealer’s name, and the serial  
number.  
(j) When proof of purchase is not presented with this Warranty Certificate.  
4. This Warranty applies to the product only; the Warranty does not apply to any other accessory  
equipment, such as the case, strap, lens cap and batteries.  
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5. Olympus’s sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing the product.  
Any liability for indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the  
customer due to a defect of the product, and in particular any loss or damage caused to any  
lenses, films, other equipment or accessories used with the product or for any loss resulting from  
a delay in repair or loss of data, is excluded. Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected  
by this.  
Notes regarding warranty maintenance  
1. This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an  
authorized dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof. Therefore, please make sure that  
your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase  
are all completed or the original invoice or the sales receipt (indicating the dealer’s name, the  
date of purchase and product type) is attached to this Warranty Certificate. Olympus reserves  
the right to refuse free-of-charge service if neither Warranty Certificate is completed nor the  
above document is attached or if the information contained in it is incomplete or illegible.  
2. Since this Warranty Certificate will not be re-issued, keep it in a safe place.  
*
Olympus service network.  
Trademarks  
• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.  
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.  
• xD-Picture Card™ is a trademark.  
• All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their  
respective owners.  
• The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the “Design Rule for Camera  
File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology  
Industries Association (JEITA).  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
(Camera  
Product type  
:
Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)  
Recording system  
Still pictures  
:
:
Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for  
Camera File system (DCF))  
Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image  
Matching III, PictBridge  
Applicable standards  
Sound with still pictures  
Movies  
Memory  
:
:
:
Wave format  
AVI Motion JPEG  
Internal memory  
xD-Picture Card (16 MB – 2 GB) (Type H/M, Standard)  
Number of effective pixels  
Image pickup device  
:
:
8,000,000 pixels  
1/2.35" CCD (primary color filter),  
8,500,000 pixels (gross)  
Lens  
:
Olympus lens 6.3 to 31.5 mm, f3.5 to 5.6  
(equivalent to 36 to 180 mm on a 35 mm camera)  
Photometric system  
Shutter speed  
Shooting range  
:
:
:
Center-weighted metering  
4 to 1/2000 sec.  
0.6 m (2.0 ft.) to ) (W), 1 m (3.3 ft.) to ) (T) (normal)  
0.1 m (0.3 ft.) to ) (W), 0.6 m (2.0 ft.) to ) (T) (macro mode)  
0.03 m (0.1 ft.) to ) (super macro mode)  
Monitor  
:
:
:
2.7" TFT color LCD display, 154,000 dots  
USB connector, A/V OUT jack (multi-connector)  
2000 up to 2099  
Outer connector  
Automatic calendar system  
Operating environment  
Temperature  
:
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (operation)/  
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) (storage)  
Humidity  
Power supply  
Dimensions  
:
:
:
30% to 90% (operation)/10% to 90% (storage)  
One Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-42B/LI-40B)  
97.7 mm (W) × 57.7 mm (H) × 23.3 mm (D)  
(3.8 × 2.3 × 0.9 in.)  
(excluding protrusions)  
Weight  
:
123 g (4.3 oz) without battery and card  
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(Lithium ion battery (LI-42B)  
Product type  
:
:
:
:
Lithium ion rechargeable battery  
DC 3.7 V  
740 mAh  
Standard voltage  
Standard capacity  
Battery life  
Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage)  
Operating environment  
Temperature  
:
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (charging)/  
-10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) (operation)/  
-20°C to 35°C (-4°F to 95°F) (storage)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
:
:
31.5 × 39.5 × 6 mm (1.2 × 1.5 × 0.2 in.)  
Approx. 15 g (0.5 oz)  
(Battery charger (LI-40C)  
Power requirements  
:
AC 100 to 240 V (50 to 60 Hz)  
3.2 VA (100 V) to 5.0 VA (240 V)  
DC 4.2 V, 200 mA  
Output  
:
:
Charging time  
Operating environment  
Temperature  
Approx. 5 hours  
:
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (operation)/  
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) (storage)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
:
:
62 × 23 × 90 mm (2.4 × 0.9 × 3.5 in.)  
Approx. 65 g (2.3 oz)  
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.  
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Names of Parts  
Camera  
Zoom lever  
o button  
Multi connector  
Self-timer lamp  
Microphone  
Flash  
Strap eyelet  
Connector cover  
Lens  
Card access lamp gP. 38, 43, 48  
K button (Shooting)  
qbutton (Playback) gP. 12  
button gP. 14  
Shutter button gP. 11  
Monitor gP. 28  
Mode dial  
OF/<button (Exposure  
Compensation/Print)  
Arrow pad (ONXY)  
Y#button (Flash mode)  
button (OK/FUNC)  
NYbutton (Self-timer)  
X&button  
(Macro mode)  
/Sbutton (Backlight boost/  
Erase) gP. 16  
m button  
Tripod socket  
Speaker  
Battery/card compartment  
cover gP. 4  
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Monitor Symbols & Icons  
(Shooting Mode  
1
2 3  
4
5
1
2 3  
4
5
P
6
7
7
8
9
17  
15  
17  
16  
15  
14  
ISO  
400  
8
9
8
VGA  
NORM  
+2.0 1/1000 F3.5  
IN  
+2.0  
IN  
4
00:34  
13  
12  
11 10  
13  
11  
Movies  
10  
Still pictures  
Item  
Indications  
Ref. Page  
1
2
3
4
Shooting mode  
Flash mode  
Silent mode  
A, c, B, F, U, C, A etc.  
!, #, $  
U
Macro mode  
Super macro mode  
&
%
Z
[
5
6
Battery check  
= full power, = charge the battery  
Flash standby  
Camera movement  
warning/flash charge  
#
#
(Lit)  
(Blinks)  
7
8
9
AF target mark  
Sound record  
T
R
4
Number of storable still  
pictures  
Remaining recording time 00:34  
10 Current memory  
B (Recording pictures to the internal memory),  
No icon (Recording pictures to the card)  
11 Self-timer  
Y
12 Shutter speed/Aperture 1/1000 F3.5, etc.  
value  
13 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0  
14 Compression  
15 Image size  
16 ISO  
M (NORMAL), L (FINE)  
G, H, D, C, etc.  
ISO100, ISO400, etc.  
5, 3, 1, wy  
17 White balance  
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(Playback Mode  
1
2
3
4
5
1
3
4
5
x
10  
8
9
6
1/1000 F3.5  
+2.0  
ISO400  
VGA  
7
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8
9
10  
11  
100-0004  
8
10  
11  
NORM  
IN  
100-0004  
00:14 /00:34  
2008.08.26 12:30  
IN  
4
15  
1413  
12  
12  
Still pictures  
Movies  
Item  
Silent mode  
Indications  
Ref. Page  
1
2
U
Print reservation/Number <×10  
of prints  
3
4
5
6
Sound record  
Protect  
H
9
Z
[
Battery check  
= full power, = charge the battery  
Shutter speed/Aperture 1/1000 F3.5, etc.  
value  
7
8
9
Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0  
White balance  
Image size  
WB AUTO, 5, 3, 1, wy  
G, H, D, C, etc.  
10 File number  
M 100-0004  
11 Number of frames  
Playing time/Total  
recording time  
4
00:14/00:34  
12 Current memory  
B (Playing back the picture in the internal memory), P. 48  
No icon (Playing back the picture in the card)  
13 Compression  
14 ISO  
M (NORMAL), L (FINE)  
ISO100, ISO400, etc.  
2008.08.26 12:30  
15 Date and time  
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Index  
A
G
I
B
L
M
Monitor brightness adjustment s  
C
N
D
O
E
P
F
EN  
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R
Recording movies with or without  
S
T
U
V
W
X
Z
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VS545201  

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