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Olympus SP-590 UZ User's Manual

1. 9 10 11 12 13 14 Speaker Diopter adjustment dial p 25 button flash flip up p 22 Multi connector p 55 58 64 DC IN jack qe GE RA p 72 HDMI mini connector p 55 Connector cover p 55 58 64 O o NO OR GDH AR Vie Winde N ee p 25 Strap eyelet p 10 Monitor eese p 8 14 54 IOl button monitor viewfinder p 25 EE button custom sequential playback p 26 28 Card access lamp p 73 MENU button p 3 gt button playback p 15 Arrow de ol EE EE p 12 button exposure compensation p 23 el button MACTO AA etes p 24 button self timer p 24 button flash p 22 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 16 17 18 button OK FUNC p 26 2T button SHADOW ADJ erase p 16 22 DISP button menu guide information display change date and time check B p 3 13 25 27 Card slot E p 11 E re p 11 Zoom lever sess p 21 27 Shutter button p 14 20 ON OFF button p 11 12 14 Mode dial ee p 3 14 EN Monitor B
2. 4 17 Shooting movies ee ME 20 xD Picture Card 11 72 Shutter priority mode S 18 SHUTTER SOUND ee esse 51 Z Shutter speed 17 18 19 SILENT MODE SQ 57 EE 21 33 Single image erase 16 Single frame reservation d 61 Single frame shooting 7 32 SLAVE ie ne ty AP OB 36 SLEEP ME TEC 57 Sleep mode 57 66 SLIDESHOW ies eod pond pe ee ee 44 Slow synchronization g w sw 23 Slow synchronization Red eye reduction flash Q3 23 SOUND SETTINGS s 51 SPARKLE EYE edite dee a eee ctis 45 SPOT AF MODE iecore nennen 34 Spot metering 33 EN 85 OLYMPUS http www olympus com OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP Shinjuku Monolith 3 1 Nishi Shinjuku 2 chome Shinjuku ku Tokyo Japan OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC 3500 Corporate Parkway P O Box 610 Center Valley PA 18034 0610 U S A Tel 484 896 5000 Technical Support USA 24 7 online automated help http www olympusamerica com support Phone customer support Tel 1 888 553 4448 Toll free Our phone customer support is available from 8am to 10pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm Sunday ET http olympusamerica com contactus Olympus software updates can be obtained at http www olympusame
3. p 29 27 Mage SZE EE EE aata p 29 28 WMetering sess p 33 29 Su EDE s p 31 30 White balance p 30 Sr We p 32 32 White balance fine adjust p 37 CON OD Q A W N a Playback mode display 1 2 3456 ee ee N Ga deser B 7 en 8 FOOD As 20r 9 ISO 1600 Xer 10 mnr 11 19999934 12 72 30 m 5 713 17 2909 03225 16 15 14 Still image Silent mode p 57 Print reservation number of prints p 61 Sound record p 37 39 EE PR p 48 Sequential playback index slideshow p 28 Battery check p 10 67 Shutter speed p 17 Aperture Value p 17 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 800514 00 34 MS Movie Exposure compensation p 23 White balance p 30 Image S ZE aasa p 29 File number p 53 Frame number Playing time total recording time p 16 Current memory p 72 Compression frame rate p 29 l HN p 31 Date and time p 12 54 EN Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Loading the batteries and lens cap 1 e Slide the battery compartment lock from Z to and en
4. 44 gt Preparing the Camera 10 Menus for Other Camera Settings 50 Shooting Playback and Erasing 14 ale EET E E 58 gt Using Shooting Modes 17 gt Using OLYMPUS Master 2 64 gt Using Shooting Functions 21 gt Usage TIPS euer 66 gt Using Playback Features 27 gt Ppendix QN 71 gt Menus for Shooting Functions 29 PANGGA 83 Please read Menu Settings p 29 to 57 while referring to this page Three Types of Setting Operations Using the Menu Various camera settings can be accessed through the menus including functions used during shooting and playback and the date time and screen display There may be unavailable menus depending on the other related settings or the position of the mode dial 1 Set the mode dial to one of the selections D The symbol in Menu Settings p 29 to 43 indicates available shooting modes 2 Press the MENU button This example shows how to set the DIGITAL ZOOM CAMERA MENU 3 Use ASHE to select the desired menu and press the button CAMERA MENU R Pressing and holding the button displays an explanation menu guide of the option selected Submenu 1 EN MENU button Arrow pad button 4 Use to select the desired
5. Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Retouching the skin and eyes a BEAUTY FIX BEAUTY FIX R Depending on the picture the editing may not be effective Submenu 2 Submenu 1 Application CLEAR SKIN SPARKLE EYE and DRAMATIC EYE are applied together ALL Changing the image size ml A EDIT gt al Submenu 2 Application This saves a high resolution image 640 x 480 t as a separate image with a smaller size for use in e mail attachments 320 x 240 land other applications Makes skin look smooth and translucent Select the correction effect from 3 levels SOFT AVG CLEAR SKIN HARD Enhances the SPARKLE EYE h contrast in the eyes DRAMATIC Enlarges the EYE subject s eyes D Use to select a correction item and press the button 2 Use M to select an image for retouching and press the el button The retouched image is saved as a separate image When CLEAR SKIN is selected Use to select the retouching level and press the button CLEAR SKIN BACK MEN 4 Use to select an image and press the amp button 2 Use to select the image size and press the amp button e The resized image will be saved as a separate image Cropping images LC amp EDIT gt pt D Use 15 to select an image and press the amp button 2 Use the zoom l
6. LE Batteries Making batteries last longer Avoid the conditions described below as power is consumed continuously causing batteries to become exhausted quickly Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway Repeated use of the zoom Avoid using FULLTIME AF p 35 Using the viewfinder Switching between the monitor and viewfinder p 25 EN Playback Editing tips Playback Playing images in the internal memory or card e Remove the card when playing images in the internal memory Loading the xD Picture Card sold separately into the camera p 11 Using the microSD card microSDHC card sold separately p 11 Viewing images with high picture quality on a high definition TV Connect the camera to the TV using an HDMI cable commercially available To play back camera images on a TV p 55 e Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI cable HDMI p 56 Editing Erasing the sound recorded to a still image Record over the sound with silence when playing back the image amp Post RECH p 48 Appendix Camera care 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 wel
7. To register a startup image D Select 2 in submenu 3 for SCREEN 2 Use to select the image to be registered and press the button Selecting the menu screen color MENU COLOR 32 SETUP B MENU COLOR Submenu 2 Application NORMAL COLOR 1 COLOR 2 COLOR 3 Selects the menu screen color according to your preference Selecting the camera sound and its volume SOUND SETTINGS 32 SETUP gt SOUND SETTINGS D In 8 SILENT MODE p 57 all sounds can be set to be turned off Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application SOUND TYPE 1 2 BEEP OFF No sound Selects the operating sound and volume of the camera buttons except the shutter button VOLUME EE HIGH excep SOUND TYPE 1 2 3 SHUTTER SOUND VOLUME OFF No sound Selects the shutter sound and volume LOW HIGH OFF No sound e m LOW HIGH Selects the warning sound volume x VOLUME gt leve S excluding Adjusts the image playback volume OFF No sound EN 51 Viewing the image immediately after shooting REC VIEW X SETUP P REC VIEW Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application The image being recorded is not displayed This allows the user to OFF prepare for the next shot while following the subject in the monitor or viewfinder after shooting LCD ONLY The last image being recorded is always displayed on the monitor ON The last image being recorded is displayed on the currently selected CURRENT display d
8. 1M 1280x960 Suitable for printing pictures at postcard size VGA 640x480 Suitable for viewing pictures on a TV or using pictures on emails and web sites 16 9 L 3968x2232 Suitable for conveying the expansiveness of subjects such as landscapes and utilizing the entire screen for viewing pictures on a widescreen TV Also used for printing pictures at A3 11x17 in 16 98 1920x1080 Suitable for conveying the expansiveness of subjects such as landscapes and utilizing the entire screen for viewing pictures on a widescreen TV Also used for printing pictures at A5 5x7 in FINE Shooting at high quality COMPRESSION NORMAL Shooting at normal quality GH Movies Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Application VGA Image size is set to 640x480 This will be played back in a full screen IMAGE SIZE QVGA Image size is set to 320x240 308 30fps Provides smoother video images Shoots with image quality as the priority FRAME RATE EE l 3 pie 4 pO 158 15fps Provides standard video images Shoots with movie length as the priority frames per second R Number of storable pictures still pictures continuous recording length movies in the internal memory and xD Picture Card p 73 EN 29 Adjusting image color WB CAMERA MENU B WB Gua PAS ME SCN BEAUTY amp Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application The camera automatically adjusts the white balance according to
9. The image is rotated 90 ef o cy 90 clockwise m 0 The image is not rotated The image is rotated 90 A jel o Ws 90 counter clockwise D Use ill to select an image 2Use to select the rotation direction 3 If necessary repeat steps 1 and 2 to make settings for other images and press the amp button R The new picture orientations will be saved even after the power is turned off 48 EN Adding sound to still pictures 8 PLAYBACK MENU P amp Submenu 2 Application The camera adds records sound for approx 4 seconds while YES playing back the image This is useful for recording notes or comments about the image NO No sound is recorded D Use ll to select an image 2 Aim the microphone towards the sound Microphone T9 3 Use to select YES and press the button e Recording starts Selecting a position for starting playback INDEX PLAY 5 PLAYBACK MENU BP INDEX PLAY D Use 1 to select a movie and press the button 2 Use the zoom lever to select the position division One movie can be divided into 4 9 16 or 25 chapters Use Mfes to select a position and press the button Playback starts from the selected position Erasing images ERASE ERASE R Check if there is any important data before erasing images Submenu 1 Application SEL IMAGE Images are individually selected and erased ALL ERASE All images
10. amp RC the camera built in flash is used for communication with the wireless flash It can not be used for taking pictures When using a wireless flash while the camera flash is set to 313x SLOW2 set the shutter speed to 4 seconds or less Otherwise the picture will not be taken properly 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 N 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 If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol injury or death may result 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 A DANGER N WARNING AN CAUTION 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 referenc
11. 26 Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode position EG P A S M ra SCN BEAUTY 9 settings can be CAMERAMENU adjusted Shooting mode top menu Menus for Shooting Functions continued D IMAGE QUALITY p 29 PICTURE MODE p 37 SOUND SETTINGS p 51 2 CAMERA MENU SHARPNESS p 37 REC VIEW es ees gees p 52 WB x dese Bsc NT p 30 CONTRAST p 38 MENU DISPLAY p 52 EO p 31 SATURATION p 38 LIVE VIEW BOOST p 52 DRIVE Se Ee p 32 NOISE REDUCT p 38 FILE NAME p 53 FINE ZOOM p 33 TIMELAPSE p 39 PIXEL MAPPING p 53 DIGITAL ZOOM p 33 M Conversion lens p 39 IC3 Monitor p 54 METERING p 33 Movie REC p 39 Date time p 54 AF MODE p34 88 SEN eee p 40 DUALTIME p 54 FOCUS MODE p 34 Eq PANORAMA p 42 PIC ORIENTATION p 54 FULLTIME AF p 35 RESET ee p 43 VIDEO OUT p 55 AF PREDICT p 35 38 SETUP ll TEE p 56 AF ILLUMINAT p 35 MEMORY FORMAT Histogram p 56 IMAGE STABILIZER p 35 FORMAT p 50 MY MODE SETUP p 56 Flash intensity p 36 BACKUP p 50 ii AE EE p 57
12. 26 EN Using a function assigned to the EU button Custom button This allows you to register a frequently used function except DI BEAUTY amp Once registered you can set the settings directly with the button instead of displaying the screen from the menu Q5 CUSTOM BUTTON p 57 1 Press the f button ETER FINE ZOOM OFF ON 2 Use Jill to select the setting option and press the 55 button to set Using the FUNC menu The FUNC menu provides the following menu functions that can be quickly called and set DRIVE p 32 WB p 30 METERING p 33 IMAGE QUALITY p 29 MY MODE SETUP p 56 ISO p 31 QD When the mode dial is set to the M mM to M74 are selectable 1 Press the button before shooting NY E MY MODIS 2 2 Use to select the menu function and ks to select the setting option and then press the button to set Using Playback Features Index view calendar view and closeup view Index view and calendar view enable quick selection of a target image and closeup view up to 10x magnification allows checking of image details 1 Turn the zoom lever To select an image in index view Use BISJEI to select an image and press the button to display the selected image in single image view To select images in calendar view Use amp S to select a date and either press the 9 button or turn the zoom lever to T to view
13. AUTO the shooting scene ix For shooting outdoors under a clear sky CO For shooting outdoors under a cloudy sky 0 For shooting under tungsten lighting PRESET Es For shooting under daylight fluorescent lighting household i lighting etc ED For shooting under neutral fluorescent lighting desk lamps etc e For shooting under white fluorescent lighting offices etc Proceed to the setting For setting a more precise white balance than preset white C me ONE TOUCH WE eraan balance AUTO or PRESET To set the One touch WB Select H4 and aim the camera at a sheet of white paper which fills the screen making sure there are no shadows and then press the 5 button One touch WB icon ONE TOUCH WB BACK MEN SET OK Setting screen Standby mode screen 30 EN Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO CAMERA MENU PB ISO mm PASM m R A method for indicating film speed by the International Organization for Standardization ISO e g SO100 R In the ISO setting although smaller values result in less sensitivity sharp images can be taken under fully lit conditions Larger values result in higher sensitivity and images can be taken at fast shutter speeds even under dimly lit conditions High sensitivity introduces electronic noise into the resulting picture which may give it a grainy appearanc
14. 17 40 EN Making an overlay image with fireworks ei MULTI FIREWORKS mode M Select E MULTI FIREWORKS 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame The exposure is locked at the first frame The saved image is displayed as the background R To retake the first shot press the button and then press the shutter button again EXIT OK 3 Adjust the position of the fireworks that will be taken in the second frame over the first frame used as the background and then press the shutter button The overlay image is saved as a separate image from the first and second frames R To retake the second shot press the shutter button again Making an overlay image DN MULTIPLE EXPOSURE mode The method of shooting is the same as in MULTI FIREWORKS mode While shooting settings cannot be changed in et MULTI FIREWORKS it is possible to do so in E MULTIPLE EXPOSURE Detecting a smiling face to release the shutter automatically DN SMILE SHOT mode D Select 3 SMILE SHOT and then aim the camera towards the subject The self timer lamp turns on When a smiling face is detected the camera automatically takes 3 sequential shots Pictures can also be taken manually by pressing the shutter button R The camera may not be able to detect a smiling face for some subjects R IMAGE SIZE is limited to 3w or lower Capturing the perfect moment when shooting
15. 32 Conversion lens n D PAREN 39 AF target mark 14 26 34 STOPPING CF IBANG ase 60 ALL PERFECT FIX uU 44 Cropping Rt RE ecce De 45 EE ee ee eee 49 OBRATA M DEENSE ee 2 AKDA 59 de BUTTON EE xd BEL PRINT S aec ER 59 CUSTOM PRN ees ay All frame reservation PF 62 Aperture priority mode A 18 D Aperture value 17 18 19 AREA 34 Date and time ses 12 54 AUTO full automatic EES da DIGITAL ZOOM aaa 33 AUTO ISO 31 Direct porimtng eneee nnne reee 58 AUTO white balance WB AUTO 30 DIRECT Histogram 56 job UMP ep DO AO 61 AV Cable 2 55 DRAMATIC EE errereen 49 KI 32 DUALTIME Fe ee ee ee ee 54 SEN 50 E E ar 10 71 BEAUTY 19 AA LE nen 58 BEAUTY FIX EG 45 EDIT samaan Ce nn 45 47 BEEP NR 51 Elapsed Wme ee 16 BGM SLIDESHOW CONT EE N 44 ERASE Pe eT 49 BET 32 Error MESSAGE ee 67 Bracket shooting RE EE OE OE 32 ESP EE EEEEE EE EE EE ENE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE NEE EE EE EE E EE EE EE EE 33 EXO SG vi see ds aa 23 Exposure compensation 4 23 EN 83 F Macro shooting 24 Manual mode MN 19 FACE DETEGT biet i tense es see tuts 34 MEMORY FORMAT Ln 50 FACE FOE sessies se ses EER ek 46 MENU COLOR LLL 51 FILE NAME AA E ERREUR E EE E EE EE 53 60 MENU DISPLAY EE N PEE 52 SEA U 23 Menu guide 3 FINE FINE eene 29 73 METERING a 33 EA a 33 Jis zio ee 11 74 FLASH AUTO eee 23 Monitor brightne
16. 9990LYMP Pmdd9999 jpg Automatic Automatic numbering numbering Month 1 to C A October P B November C December Day 01 to 31 Submenu 2 Application This resets the sequential number for the folder name and file name whenever a new card is inserted This is useful when grouping images on separate cards RESET Even when a new card is inserted this continues the numbering for the folder name and file name from the previous card This is useful for managing all image folder names and files names with sequential numbers AUTO The number for the folder name is reset to 100 and the number for the file name is reset to 0001 Adjusting the CCD and image processing function PIXEL MAPPING 2 SETUP gt PIXEL MAPPING R This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping so no adjustment is needed right after purchase Approximately once a year is recommended R For best results wait at least 1 minute after taking or viewing pictures before performing pixel mapping If the camera is turned off during pixel mapping repeat the pixel mapping process Adjusting the CCD and image processing function D Press the button when START submenu 2 is displayed The camera checks and adjusts the CCD and the image processing function at the same time EN 53 Adjusting the brightness of the monitor NGA XR SETUP gt IHI 4 Use to adjust the brightness while viewing the screen
17. EPRE CAPTURE MOVIE mode D Use to select f PRE CAPTURE MOVIE and press the 2 button to set e This function is ready for shooting immediately after setting this option 2 Press the shutter button to start movie shooting A 7 second movie including 2 second movie immediately before pressing the shutter button is taken The optical zoom and auto focus function are available during movie recording R Sound is not recorded R The AF target mark is not displayed Select IMAGE SIZE from NGA or ae and FRAME RATE from H30H or E158 Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Capturing the perfect moment when shooting amp QUICK SHUTTER mode D Select amp QUICK SHUTTER and then press the shutter button to take pictures The release time lag time from when the shutter button is pressed until the shutter actually released is shorter than normal FULLTIME AF p 35 is automatically set to ON O VAN and fai can be set for DRIVE p 32 Taking pictures with blurred backgrounds sei SOFT BACKGROUND SHOT mode D Use to select Es SOFT BACKGROUND SHOT and press the button to set 2 Use S s to select a frame and then press the 29 button Select from Face Upper Body Whole Body or Circle 3 Shoot the subject within the frame The frame can be moved
18. M FLASH un p 36 GES Language p 50 CUSTOM BUTTON p 57 W Still picture REC p 37 PW ON SETUP p 51 SLEEP ekke p 57 WB fine adjust p 37 MENU COLOR p 51 SILENT MODE p 57 Menus for Playback Editing and Printing Functions When the mode dial is set to the gt position settings can be PLAYBACK MENU adjusted EJ d an ap Tana ap E N EXIT VEN SET OK Playback mode top menu D Gy SLIDESHOW p 44 INDEX 11111 an p 47 D amp PRINT ORDER p 49 2 cy PERFECT FIX p 44 zi p 47 3e SETUP 3 BEAUTY FIX p 45 MOVIE INDEX p 47 Same as Menu for A EDIT 5 amp PLAYBACK MENU shooting functions Pad Resize p 45 On Protect p 48 9 amp SILENT MODE p 57 ET Crop aamin p 45 ett p 48 COLOR EDIT p 46 amp Post REC p 48 CALENDAR p 46 INDEX PLAY p 48 FACE FOCUG p46 ERASE p 49 EN Names of Parts Camera unit zl OD On P GA ND Self timer Lomp AF illuminator p 24 35 Microphone nsssssneasnnnnnnnseneneeneeennn p 48 SE RE p 22 Lens Battery compartment cover p 10 Battery compartment lock p 10 Tripod socket 10 11 12 13 14
19. active when the camera is ready to shoot Error message R When one of the messages below is displayed on the LCD monitor check the following Error message Corrective action H Card problem CARD ERROR Insert a new card H Card problem Use a computer to cancel the WISITE PROTECT read only setting Internal memory problem Insert a card MEMORY FULL Erase unwanted images D Card problem CARD FULE e Replace the card Erase unwanted images Card problem Use to select CLEAN CARD and press the button Take out the card wipe the contact area p 72 with a soft dry cloth and then load the card again Use to select FORMAT and press the button Next use to select YES and press the button Internal memory problem Use to select MEMORY FORMAT and press the button Next use to select YES and press the button CLEAN CARD FORMAT SET OK MEMORY SETUP POWER OFF MEMORY FORMAT SET OK Recording has stopped to allow camera to cool Please waita Operation problem moment Allow the camera to cool down Camera is before you begin shooting again cooling Please wait a moment Pd aay Internal memory Card problem NO PICTURE Take pictures before viewing them Problem with selected image Use photo retouch software ER etc to view the image on a PICTURE ERROR compu
20. 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 Since this Warranty Certificate will not be re issued keep it in a safe place Please refer to the list on the website http www olympus com for the authorized international 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 microSD is a trademark of the SD Association 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 HDMI the HDMI Logo and High Definition Multimedia
21. are connected System requirements Windows Windows 2000 Professional XP Home Edition XP Professional Vista Macintosh Mac OS X v10 3 or later R On a computer running Windows Vista if MTP is set for the submenu that appears by pressing II after selecting PC in step 3 of Connecting the camera to a computer p 64 Windows Photo Gallery will become available Even if a computer has USB ports proper operation is not guaranteed in the following cases computers with USB ports installed using an expansion card etc computers without a factory installed OS and home built computers EN 65 Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended or if an error message is displayed on the screen refer to the information below to fix the problem s Troubleshooting Battery The camera does not work even when batteries are installed Insert new or recharged batteries in the correct direction Loading the batteries p 10 e Battery performance may have been reduced temporarily due to low temperature Take the batteries out of the camera and warm them by putting them in your pocket for a while Card Internal memory An error message is displayed Error message p 67 Shutter button No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed Cancel sleep mode To save battery power the camera automatically enters sleep mode and the monitor turns off if there
22. be detected and editing cannot be performed 4 Use to select an image and press the amp button e The edited image is saved as a separate image Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Creating an index of 9 frames from a movie INDEX 4 EDIT B INDEX R This movie frame index can be saved for easily recalling the content of a movie The scenes that are automatically extracted can be fine adjusted and reselected D Use ill to select a movie and press the amp button SELECT FIRST FRAME First frame ie I ii EEN ges Last flirt Playback position kee 3 f SET OK ass EG Frames are extracted automatically R If no fine adjustment of the frames is needed simply press the button in steps 2 and 3 2 Select the first frame while using Z117 to move the frames forward or backward and press the button While selecting the start or end frame pressing moves to the start end frame of the movie 8 Select the last frame while using 1 to move the frames forward or backward and press the button The index image with 9 extracted frames from the movie is saved as a separate single image Extracting a clip from a movie EDIT db EDIT B EDIT Submenu 2 Application The original movie is left unchanged and a clip from the NEW FILE We movie is saved as a separate movie A portion of the origina
23. 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 website http Awww olympus com During the one year period of the World Wide Warranty the customer may turn the product in at any Olympus service station Please note that Olympus service stations do not exist in all countries 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 80 EN a Any defect that occurs due to mishandling such as an operation performed that is not mentioned in the Safety Precautions 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 st
24. dots DC IN jack Multi connector USB connector A V OUT jack HDMI mini connector 2000 up to 2099 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F operation 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F storage 30 Yo to 90 Yo operation 10 Yo to 90 Yo storage AA alkaline NiMH battery four or Olympus AC adapter 110 1 mm W x 89 7 mm H x 91 0 mm D 4 3 x 3 5 x 3 6 in excluding protrusions 435 g 15 3 oz without batteries and card Attachment for microSD 10 C to 40 C 14 F to 104 F operation 20 C to 65 C 4 F to 149 F storage 95 and below operation 85 and below storage 25 0 mm W x 20 3 mm H x 1 7 mm D 1 0 x 0 8 x 0 07 in Handle 2 2 mm 0 09 in Approx 0 9 g 0 03 oz Design and specifications subject to change without notice 82 EN Index Names of Parts 6 C E RC Bee CALENDAR ett 46 ei VOLUME ee 51 Calendar view 27 M FLASH 36 CAMERA MENU 30 Ju ad ss ee DI U 12 SCENE MERERI 17 40 oo SEN Center weighted metering fe 33 CLEAR SKIN dana 45 A Closeup view CL 27 AG adapter EN 72 Cloudy day CH 30 Adding Sound to still pictures U n 48 COLOR EDIT TE EE eee RR a TT T ee 46 AE LOCK BEL oett 26 C NICE IK MEANS sesse Gs AF ILLUMINAT nasasa 35 POMPIE IN aa Ge AF LOCK FD 5 oa rttr terenie a 26 COME RE SOOM rs ss 29 13 AF MODE or eo med 34 SA Feo alpes d AF PREDICT M secessit teca 35 CONTRAST n 38 AF sequential shooting ch
25. i 32 LIVE VIEW BOOST en 52 PRESET WB 30 Press fully ME 15 M Press halfway una 14 PRINT ORDER 59 N AP PREY PP 57 PRINT ORDER e 49 Macro mode d ee ee ee 24 64 EN Print reservations 61 STANDARD ee ee ee ee 58 Program mode P 17 si AAP 2 10 Protect O ue secti EE 48 Sunny day 2 30 PW ON SETUP aanak Gede eks Ee 51 Super macro mode W 24 R T REC Ed 52 TIMELAP SE ur aa AG 39 Recording sound with movies d 39 TOP Mer ss AA 4 5 Recording sound with still pictures 37 Total recording time 16 Red eye fill in flash OD 23 Tungsten light 8 a 30 REDEYE FIX sis sees sets stede 44 TYPE SLIDESHOW 44 Red eye reduction flash 23 RESET oun eee ce tele E 43 U RESET MY MODE SETUP 56 Resizing D EE EE 45 USB Cab EE nakaka acad 2 58 64 Rotating images E 48 V e aler zero 55 SATURATION RGB esses 38 VIVID RR RARE 37 SEL IMAGE aaa NAA 49 Selecting a language BIZ 13 50 Ww Self timer ci 24 Sequential playback 28 Warning sound el 51 Sequential shooting CN 32 WB N 30 SHADOWRAD I iis es 44 White balance compensation WB 37 Shadow adjustment technology Q 22 SHARPNESS 8 iss see ees eH 37 X Shooting mode
26. image erase p 16 SEL IMAGE p 49 ALL ERASE p 49 MEMORY FORMAT FORMAT p 50 EN 73 Using a microSD Attachment Do not use the attachment with Olympus digital cameras that do not support this microSD Attachment as well as with other brands of digital cameras computers printers and other devices that support xD Picture Card Doing so not only may damage the pictures taken but may also result in the malfunction of the device R If the microSD card cannot be removed do not use force Contact authorized distributors service centers Cards compatible with this camera microSD card microSDHC card R For a list of tested microSD cards please visit our website http Awww olympus com Sending images You can send images to a computer or PictBridge compatible printer by using the USB cable provided with the camera To send data to other devices remove the attachment from the camera and use a commercially available microSD card adapter Handling precautions Do not touch the contact area of the attachment or microSD card Doing so may cause failure in reading the images When fingerprints or stains are found on the contact area wipe the area with a soft dry cloth 74 EN Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System You can take pictures with a wireless flash when using a flash compatible with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System This enables multi flash photography using mult
27. is no operation for a certain amount of time when the camera is turned on the lens is extended and the monitor is on You can select the time to enter the sleep mode from 1 3 5 or 10 minutes No picture is taken even if the shutter button is fully pressed in this mode Operate the shutter button or other buttons to restore the camera from sleep mode before taking a picture If the camera is further left for 12 minutes it automatically turns off the lens retracts and the monitor turns off Press the ON OFF button to turn the camera on SLEEP p 57 e Set the mode dial to a position other than gt e Wait until flash charge stops blinking before taking pictures e With prolonged camera use the internal temperature may increase resulting in automatic shutdown If this occurs remove the battery from the camera and wait until the camera has sufficiently cooled 66 EN The camera s external temperature may also increase during use however this is normal and does not indicate malfunction Monitor Viewfinder Nothing is displayed Difficult to see Change the display with the ID button Use the diopter adjustment dial to bring the display into focus Switching between the monitor and viewfinder p 25 Condensation may have occurred Turn off the power and wait for the camera body to become acclimated to the surrounding temperature and dry out before taking pictures Dew drops can form in
28. is set to gt Playing back pictures automatically 55 SLIDESHOW amp SLIDESHOW Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application ALL 2 NORMAL SCROLL OFF STILL PICTURE FADER SLIDE STANDARD Selects the coverage of images for the MOVIE ZOOM DOWN ZOOM UP SPEED slideshow the type of transition effect used CALENDAR CHECKERBOARD BLINDS CYBER between images and the background music SWIVEL RANDOM AQUA SHINY 1 TYPE is fixed to NORMAL 2 The movie sound will be played back when OFF in BGM is selected while in movie mode 3 When CALENDAR is selected select the date in the calendar playback screen To start a slideshow Make the BGM settings and press the button to start the slideshow To stop the slideshow press the 23 button or MENU button Retouching images r PERFECT FIX Cy PERFECT FIX R Edited or retouched images cannot be retouched again D Depending on the picture the editing may not be effective R The retouching process may lower the image resolution Submenu 1 Application ALL SHADOW ADJ and REDEYE FIX are applied together SHADOW ADJ Only sections darkened by backlighting and dim lighting are brightened REDEYE FIX Eyes that are reddened by the flash are corrected D Use to select a correction method and press the 59 button 2 Use 15 to select an image for retouching and press the button The retouched image is saved as a separate image 44 EN
29. panoram image is displayed R To cancel a panoramic picture during shooting press the MENU button Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Taking pictures with COMBINE IN PC D Use Sitz to select the direction that the frames are combined 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame and then compose the second shot Compose the shot using the guide frame so that the two adjacent frames overlap 3 Repeat step 2 until the number of required frames are taken and then press the GE button when done R When the I mark is displayed you cannot continue shooting any further Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 frames D Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to create panoramic images Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings 9 RESET 5 RESET Submenu 1 Ga DD P A S M SCN BEAUTY 2 Application YES Restores the following menu functions to the default settings SHADOW ADJ p 22 Flash p 22 Exposure compensation p 23 Macro p 24 Self timer p 24 IMAGE QUALITY p 29 88 SCN p 40 e Menu functions in O2 CAMERA MENU p 30 to 39 Switching between the monitor and viewfinder p 25 NO The current settings are not changed EN 43 Menus for Playback Editing and Printing Functions Settings can be made when mode dial
30. submenu 1 and press the button Page tab Submenu 2 c AMERA MENU DIGITAL ZOOM IGITALZOOM OFF 5 DIGITAL EXIT Mend BACK Mend R To quickly jump to the desired submenu press el to highlight the page tab and then use to move the page tab Press to return to the submenu 1 R Some menus include submenus that appear by pressing the button 5 Use to select the submenu 2 and press the amp button Once a setting is made the display returns to the previous screen R There may CAMERA MENU iti AUTO be additional E89 o operations Menu DRE O Settings p 29to ANo 5 si EXIT end SET OK 6 Press the MENU button to complete the setting Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons e Shutter button p 14 Beooscvoccccccsocctccns iscssssst issiistsintosiisscisssinscinsssistncsss TEE TEE EE EE EE TEER c2 20220297 9 09 0 29 29 92 29999992992902 202020200069090 900 6099 979979990909992929292906290 6 0c 0 999929 DISP button menu guide information display change date and time check p 3 13 25 27 Di Ve e SET button SHADOW ADJ erase p 16 22 E Using the FUNC menu m 26 Arrow pad Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu button button p
31. the setting appears Confirm the message and click OK The camera is recognized as a removable disk Macintosh When iPhoto starts exit iPhoto and start OLYMPUS Master 2 R While the camera is connected to the computer shooting functions are disabled R Connecting the camera to a computer via a USB hub may cause unstable operation R When MTP is set for the submenu that appears by pressing after selecting PC in step 3 images cannot be transferred to a computer using OLYMPUS Master 2 Starting OLYMPUS Master 2 1 Double click the OLYMPUS Master 2 icon Windows S appears on the desk top Macintosh appears in the OLYMPUS Master 2 folder Browse window appears after starting the software Q When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the first time after installation Default Settings and Registration screen appear Follow the instructions on the screen Operating OLYMPUS Master 2 When OLYMPUS Master 2 is started Quick Start Guide appears on the screen and helps you to handle the camera without any questions When the Quick Start Guide is not displayed click in the tool bar to show the Guide Stepi For details on the operation refer to the help guide of the software Transferring and saving images without OLYMPUS Master 2 This camera is compatible with the USB Mass Storage Class You can transfer and save the image data on your computer while the camera and the computer
32. the camera when it is suddenly taken from a cold location into a warm humid room Vertical lines appear on the screen Vertical lines will appear on the screen when the camera is pointed at an extremely bright subject under a clear sky and so on The lines do not appear however in the final still image The light is caught in the picture e Shooting with flash in dark situations results in an image with many flash reflections on dust in the air Date and time function Date and time settings returns to the default setting e If the batteries are removed and left out of the camera for about 3 days the date and time settings returns to the default setting and must be reset The time until the date and time settings returns to the default setting varies depending on how long the batteries have been loaded Setting the date and time p 12 Saving settings Settings are not saved after the power is turned off When mode dial is set to P A S M or Q settings will be saved even if the power is turned off except for self timer PANORAMA and TIMELAPSE e When mode dial is set to DI SCN or BEAUTY settings will be changed back to default when the power is turned off except for IMAGE QUALITY Other There is a noise coming from inside the camera during shooting The movement of the lens may make a noise even if the camera is not being operated because the autofocus function is
33. the images taken on the selected date e To scroll an image in closeup view SZ Use to move the viewing area W side T side Changing the image information display Single image view Closeup view Shooting information displayed on the screen can be changed 1 Press the DISP button e The displayed image information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed Normal Histogram NG E 1 1000 F3 5 2 0 ISO 400 2G Noo rav 2009108126Ff12 30 2009 08 26 12 30 WE Kg Detailed No information GE 00 0004 AAR HEY iN 4 D lui Histogram p 56 Reading a histogram p 25 e Is l 2 EN 27 Playing back sequentially shot Playing back panoramic images images For images that were shot sequentially with Panorama images that were combined together the below functions only the first frame will be using COMBINE IN CAMERA 1 or COMBINE displayed IN CAMERA 2 can be scrolled for viewing ID SMILE SHOT 1 Select a panorama image during playback R Viewing images p 15 1 Select an image with a sequential shot icon during playback R Viewing Images p 15 Sequential shot icon 100 0003 2009 08 26 12 30 2 To perform automatic playback Press the el button All the images taken in sequence will be played back automatically To display the index view Press the button To cancel press the butt
34. the mode dial to A S mode indicator A mode indicator Shutter speed Aperture Shutter speed Aperture value value CP REPERI HR 2 After pressing select the shutter After pressing 2 select the speed using SIS and press the aperture value using J and button press the 2 button Shutter speed becomes faster Aperture value becomes larger fast moving objects will be shot as though it the range where the subjects appear was stationary sharp becomes wider Shutter speed becomes slower Aperture value becomes smaller moving objects will become blurry when the range where the subjects appear shot sharp becomes narrower R When the shutter speed appears red the When the aperture value appears red the correct exposure cannot be obtained correct exposure cannot be obtained 18 EN Selecting the aperture value and shutter speed for shooting pictures M mode This mode enables the user to set the aperture value and shutter speed manually 1 Setthe mode dial to M M mode indicator Difference between the current and correct exposures Shutter speed Aperture value 2 After pressing 2 select the aperture value shutter speed using Sitz lex and press the button GED Aperture value becomes larger Aperture value becomes smaller Shutter speed becomes faster Shutter speed becomes slower gras R When the difference between the current and c
35. the taillights of a car streaming backwards This cannot be set in S and M modes Adjusting the brightness Exposure compensation The standard brightness correct exposure set by the camera based on the shooting mode except for M can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain the desired shot 1 Press 3 Exposure compensation value 2 Use Jelli to adjust the brightness and press the 55 button to set el Darken 6 Brighten EN 23 Shooting closeups Macro shooting This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances 1 Press gi e Y Gel 2 Use Jill to select the setting option and press the button to set Item Description OFF Macro mode is deactivated This enables shooting as close as MAGRE 10 cm 3 9 in to the subject This enables shooting as close as SUPER MAGRO 1 cm 0 39 in yY to the subject Using the self timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down the picture is taken after a time delay By securing the camera on a tripod this function enables the user to take a picture of himself herself at a distance from the camera s or to take pictures without the camera shake 9 1 Press 2 Use to select the setting option and press the button to set Item Description OFF This cancels the self timer When the zoom is at the widest W setting The zoom is automatically fixed 24
36. 5 button until the mark returns to green Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Shooting pictures while keeping the subject in focus FULLTIME AF CAMERA MENU P FULLTIME AF Submenu 2 OFF ON Gu PAS MET SCN BEAUTY amp Application Pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the subject into focus and locks the focus Fulltime AF keeps the subject in focus without having to press the shutter button down halfway This reduces focusing time R Also the subject is automatically kept in focus during movie shooting Shooting pictures while focusing on subjects moving back and forth AF PREDICT CAMERA MENU P AF PREDICT Submenu 2 OFF Gi PAS MEI SCN Application Pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the subject into focus and locks the focus ON When the shutter button is pressed halfway down the camera tracks the focusing subject and it continues to keep the subject in focus while the button is held halfway down This reduces focusing time R The camera may not be able to bring some subjects into focus even when set to ON R AF PREDICT is not available when using I MACRO and IR SUPER MACRO p 24 Using the AF illuminator to focus on a shadowy subject AF ILLUMINAT CAMERA MENU P AF ILLUMINAT ED PAS ME SCN BEAUTY Submenu 2 Application OFF The AF illuminator is not used
37. 5 white balance that were locked at the first frame Bracket shooting The exposure interval and the number of shots are selectable The shooting speed varies depending on the settings for IMAGE QUALITY p 29 R When set to I dl or Kl flash is fixed to FLASH OFF mode and the available ISO settings are limited R When set to I dj IMAGE SIZE is limited to Su or lower and the number of sequential images is approx 25 or less When vu and COMPRESSION of FINE are selected the number becomes 20 or less R When set to 721 IMAGE SIZE is limited to Bm or lower and the number of sequential images is approx 25 or less This includes the 10 images immediately before shooting when PRE CAPTURE ON is selected 32 EN Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Shooting at magnifications higher than optical zoom without reducing the image quality FINE ZOOM CAMERA MENU P FINE ZOOM SED P AS ME SCN BEAUTY Submenu 2 Application Only optical zoom is used to zoom in OFF for shooting Optical zoom and image cropping ON are combined to zoom in for shooting up to 39x Selecting the range for measuring the brightness METERING CAMERA MENU gt METERING Gu PASM mf SCN Q Submenu 2 Application Shoots to obtain a balanced brightness over the entire screen ESP Meters the brightness at the center and surround
38. E 2 Use the camera to select the video signal format that matches that of the connected TV NTSC PAL 3 Turn on the TV and change INPUT to VIDEO an input jack connected to the camera EN 55 R For details on changing the input source of the TV refer to the TV s instruction manual R Set the mode dial to x when connecting via an AV cable R Use an HDMI cable that matches the HDMI mini connector on the camera and the HDMI connector on the TV D The movie playback screen cannot be displayed when connecting via an HDMI cable In addition the sound will not be played D When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV cable and an HDMI cable the HDMI cable will take priority R Depending on the TV s settings the displayed images and information may become cropped Selecting the digital video signal format for connecting to a TV via an HDMI cable HDMI 2 SETUP gt HDMI R To play back camera images on a TV p 55 Submenu 2 Application 480p Images are played back in 480p format 720p Images are played back in 720p format 1080i Images are played back in 1080i format R When set to 1080i 1080i format takes priority for HDMI output However if this setting does not match the input setting of the TV the resolution is changed first to 720p and then to 480p For details on changing the input setting of the TV refer to the TV s instruction manual Displaying the br
39. EN After setting when the shutter button is pressed all the way down the self time lamp turns on for approx 10 seconds and then blinks for approx 2 seconds before taking the picture 12s SELFTIMER After setting when the shutter button is pressed all the way down the self time lamp blinks for approx 2 seconds before taking the picture 2s SELFTIMER R Self timer shooting is automatically canceled after one shot To cancel the self timer after it starts Press again R The self timer cannot be set when AF PREDICT p 35 is set to ON or DRIVE p 32 is set to PRE CAPTURE ON Switching between the monitor and viewfinder Both the monitor and viewfinder are available to compose a shot There may be cases where the monitor is difficult to see due to bright light being reflected on it while shooting under a clear sky In such cases use of the view finder is helpful when composing a shot 1 Press the IOl button Each time the button is pressed the camera display switches between the monitor and the viewfinder To view clearer images through the viewfinder Turn the diopter adjustment dial while looking through the viewfinder until the viewfinder display appears sharp IOl button Diopter adjustment dial Viewfinder Changing the shooting information display The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation such as clearing the view of the
40. Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC HJM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE EN 81 SPECIFICATIONS Camera Product type Recording system Still pictures Applicable standards Sound with still pictures Movie Memory No of effective pixels Image pickup device Lens Photometric system Shutter speed Aperture Shooting range Monitor Connector Automatic calendar system Operating environment Temperature Humidity Power supply Dimensions Weight microSD Attachment Product type Environment Temperature Humidity Dimensions Weight Digital camera for shooting and displaying 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 Wave format AVI Motion JPEG Internal memory xD Picture Card 16 MB 2 GB TypeH M M Standard microSD card microSDHC card when using the attached microSD Attachment 12 000 000 pixels 1 2 33 CCD primary color filter 12 470 000 pixels gross Olympus lens 4 6 to 119 6 mm f2 8 to 5 0 equivalent to 26 to 676 mm on a 35 mm camera Digital ESP metering spot metering center weighted metering 15 to 1 2000 sec During bulb Max 8 minutes F2 8 to F8 0 0 1 m 3 9 in to ee W 1 7 m 66 9 in to T normal macro mode 0 01 m 0 4 in to super macro mode 2 7 TFT color LCD display 230 000
41. K Screen when combining images from left to right P CANCEL iN 3 Move the camera slowly while keeping it straight and stop the camera where the pointer and target mark overlap The camera releases the shutter automatically mie aal EE ae CANCEL MEN SAVE OK R To combine only two pictures press the button before taking the third frame 4 Take the third frame in the same way as step 3 e After the third frame is taken the camera automatically processes the frames and the combined panoramic image is displayed R To cancel a panoramic picture during shooting press the MENU button R When the shutter does not automatically release try COMBINE IN CAMERA2 or COMBINE IN PC Taking pictures with COMBINE IN CAMERA2 D Use ISIEl to select the direction that the frames are combined Direction for combining the next frame 2 Press the shutter button to take the first frame A guide frame appears as a reference Guide frame Joint area 1st frame 3 Compose the second shot so that the joint area overlaps the guide frame Composition of the 2nd frame 4 Press the shutter button to take the second frame R To combine only two pictures press the button before taking the third frame 5 Take the third frame in the same way as steps 3 to 4 e After the third frame is taken the camera automatically processes the frames and the combined
42. N BEAUTY amp 4 Use to adjust the white balance and press the my button to set The white balance can be adjusted in 7 steps in both the BLUE and RED directions BACK ET SET erg Q5 WB p 30 Selecting the color tone of the image IPICTURE MODE CAMERA MENU P PICTURE MODE Gu PAS MMF Submenu 2 Application VIVID This gives the image a vivid color tone NATURAL This gives the image a natural color tone Adjusting the sharpness of contours SHARPNESS CAMERA MENU P SHARPNESS GHP PAS ME SCN BEAUTY amp Submenu 2 Application This adjusts the sharpness of contours Adjust in the direction 5 to 5 to make the image appear sharper and adjust in the direction to make the image appear softer R If you adjust the sharpness too far in the direction noise may appear in the image EN 37 Adjusting the contrast of the image CONTRAST CAMERA MENU BP CONTRAST Gua PAS MET SCN BEAUTY 2 Submenu 2 Application This adjusts the contrast between light and dark areas Adjusting in the 5 to 5 t direction produces a crisper image Adjusting in the direction softens the overall impression of the image Adjusting the color saturation SATURATION CAMERA MENU BP SATURATION Gua PAS MET SCN BEAUTY amp Submenu 2 Application This adjusts the color saturation Adjusting in the direction produces deeper colors Adjusting in the direction produces
43. OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA SP 590UZ Instruction Manual e Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera Before you start to use your new camera please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference e We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs e In the interest of continually improving products Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information contained in this manual e The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product Step q Checking the contents of the box Lens cap and lens cap strap OLYMPUS Master 2 S SCS CG CS gees i J i Jj i Four AA OLYMPUS Master 2 microSD Attachment batteries CD ROM Other accessories not shown Instruction Manual warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location Step 2 Step 3 Preparing the Camera Shooting and Playing Back Images Preparing the Camera p 10 Shooting Playback and Erasing p 14 Step 4 Step 5 How to Use the Camera Printing Three Types of Setting Operations p 3 Direct printing PictBridge p 58 Print reservations DPOF p 61 Contents gt Names of Parts een 6 Menus for Playback Editing and Printing Functions
44. OON DAR UNa 12 13 14 15 Shooting mode display 2 4 56 7 8 9 LL 10 NT 11 ale EN Lo ek bro 1 14 ak pal 1 2 18 26 1 UNE AO III ANS 19 25 24 23 2221 20 Still image Shooting mode p 17 29 Flash mode Rm p 23 Silent mode p 57 Digital image stabilization p 35 Macro super macro mode p 24 SHADOW ADJ eeeeees p 22 Noise reduction p 38 PE NOC OMM Em p 57 Battery check p 10 67 AF lock ARE as p 57 Manual focus MF p 34 AF predict Epp sees ese ee p 35 Flash standby camera shake warning flash charge p 66 Flash intensity p 36 Saturation EEN p 38 Sharpriess AA p 37 CODI AN p 38 EN 32 L 34 30 31 82 EINEN HONG 8 N E e ag LA M S Epua 20 Movie 16 Conversion lens p 39 17 Sound record p 37 39 18 ge TE EE p 54 19 Number of storable still pictures remaining recording time p 15 20 73 20 Current memory p 72 21 AF target mark p 14 26 34 22 Self timer s p 24 23 Aperture value p 17 24 Shutter speed p 17 25 Exposure compensation p 23 26 Compression frame rate
45. S vary depending on the printer R If STANDARD is selected in steps 4 and 5 the image is printed at the printer s standard settings SINGLEPRINT 4 MORE all EN 59 60 6 Use 1 to select an image 7 Press to set the displayed image for single reservation Press to make detailed printer settings for the displayed image To make the detailed printer settings D Use amp S 4 and press the button PRINT INFO La 1 DATE WITHOUT FILE NAME WITHOUT EI EXIT e fiend SET OK Submenu 5 Submenu 6 Application Selecting WITH prints the images with the date Selecting WITHOUT prints the images without the date Selecting WITH prints the file name on the image Selecting WITHOUT does not print any file name on the image DATE FILE NAME Proceeds to Rt the setting screen This selects a portion of the image for printing To crop an image ff D Use the zoom lever to select the size of the cropping frame use 3 S s to move the frame and then press the button Cropping frame _ SET OK Ne WT x EN 2 Use to select OK and press the button CANCEL BACK HEN SET OK 8 it necessary repeat steps 6 and 7 to select the image to be printed make the detailed settings and set SINGLEPRINT 9 Press the button PRINT CANCEL BACK MENU 10Use to select PRINT and press the 9 button e Pri
46. SET OK pina j ne pa on ne CANCEL den 2 Press to select YES and press the 29 button Q5 8 ERASE p 49 Using Shooting Modes Using the best mode for the Shooting with optimum shooting scene SCN mode aperture value and shutter speed P mode 1 Set the mode dial to SCN In this mode automatic camera shooting can be used while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions such as exposure compensation white balance etc on when needed PORTRAIT 1 Set the mode dial to P EXIT end P mode indicator The sample image and explanations on suitable shooting methods will be displayed on the screen The explanations will be displayed as well by pressing down the button 2 Use to select the best shooting mode for the scene and press the 29 button to set Icon indicating _ Shutter speed Aperture value the scene mode that is set R To change to another scene mode use the menu 23 SCN p 40 EN 17 Selecting the aperture value Selecting the shutter speed for shooting pictures A mode for shooting pictures S mode In this mode the shutter speed is automatically In this mode the aperture value is automatically set by the camera This is useful for shooting set by the camera This is useful for shooting a while controlling the range in which subjects moving subject such as sports photos appears sharp 1 Set the mode dial to S 1 Set
47. When the shutter button is pressed ON halfway down the AF illuminator turns on to aid focusing Retouch the blur effects caused by the camera shake when shooting IMAGE STABILIZER CAMERA MENU P IMAGE STABILIZER Submenu 2 OFF aap P A S M m SCN BEAUTY amp Application The image stabilizer is deactivated This is recommended for shooting when the camera is fixed in place on a tripod or other stable surface ON The image stabilizer is used for taking pictures Pressing the shutter button halfway down activates the stabilizing function R There may be a noise coming from inside the camera when the shutter button is pressed with IMAGE STABILIZER still images set to ON R The image stabilizer can be less effective during night shooting and other situations where the shutter speed is extremely slow R Images may not be stabilized if camera shake is too severe R When set to ON shooting a movie for an extended period of time results in the camera heating up and the protective circuit automatically shuts off the power EN 35 Adjusting the flash intensity SZ CAMERA MENU gt SHP PAS ME SCN BEAUTY In certain situations it is advisable to adjust the flash intensity such as when shooting small subjects or distant backgrounds This function is also used when increased contrast is desired Submenu 2 Application 2 0 to 2 0 Adjust the flash intensity for
48. a subject Check the frame appearing 2 S around the face detected by the Press i9 camera and then press the shutter button to take the picture R For some subjects the frame may not appear or may take some time to appear METERING p 33 is automatically fixed to ESP and AF MODE p 34 is automatically fixed to FACE DETECT R Gell is automatically switched to IC Also in sequential shooting this function is applied only to the first frame DRIVE p 32 22 EN 3 Use to select the setting option and press the button to set Item Description The flash fires automatically in 1 FERSAN I low light and backlight conditions This emits pre flashes to reduce REDEYE the occurrence of red eye in your photos FILL IN The flash fires regardless of the available light After the pre flashes that reduce E the red eye the flash fires regardless of the available light FLASH OFF The flash does not fire The flash fires at a slow shutter speed immediately after the SLOW shutter is opened first curtain sync Both the subject in the foreground and the night scene in the background are captured RED EYE SLOW This combines the pre flashes of red eye reduction with the flash in SLOW first curtain sync SLOW2 The flash fires at a slow shutter speed immediately before the shutter is closed second curtain sync This can be used to create effects such as
49. aised but not covered by an insulating sheet e E Batteries whose terminals are flat and not completely covered by an insulating sheet Such batteries cannot be used even if the O terminals are partially covered If NiMH batteries are not charged 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 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 EN 77 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 n sandy or dusty environments Near flammable items or explosives n wet places such as bathrooms or in the rain When using products with weatherproof designs read their manuals as well n places prone to strong vibrations Never drop the camera or subject it to
50. and then press the button LN Je d N BACK fiend SET OK Setting the date and time ED XR SETUP gt CD R Setting the date and time p 12 To select the date display order 4 Press l4 after setting Minute and use to select the date display order D Y M D TIME A 2009 os ze 123 ag SZ Date order CANCEL MEN 54 EN Setting the date and time in another time zone DUALTIME X SETUP B DUALTIME R The date and time set in the ON setting are reflected on the image file names and date prints Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application Switches to the date and OFF time set in ED Date time Proceeds Switches to the date io the and time that were set in ON DUALTIME when using setting the camera in another screen f time zone The setting procedure is identical to that in Setting the date and time p 12 The date display order is the same as that set with Automatically rotating images shot with the camera in a vertical position during playback PIC ORIENTATION X SETUP gt PIC ORIENTATION R During shooting the 1 p 48 setting on the playback menu is set automatically R This function may not work properly if the camera is facing upwards or downwards during shooting Submenu 2 Application Information about the vertical horizontal orientation of the camera during shooting is not recorded with images Images shot with
51. ar 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 soft
52. bject e Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject compose the shot and take the picture Pressing the shutter button halfway p 14 AF lock p 26 Select a location that will be focused in a preliminarily determined composition AREA p 34 e Taking a picture of a shadowy subject Using the AF illuminator makes focusing easier AF ILLUMINAT p 35 e Taking a picture of subjects where autofocus 68 EN is difficult In the following cases after focusing on an object by pressing the shutter button halfway down with high contrast at the same distance as the subject compose the shot and take the picture Subjects with low contrast When extremely bright objects appear in the center of the screen Object with no vertical lines 1 lt is also effective to compose the shot by holding the camera vertically to focus and then returning to the horizontal position to take the picture When objects are at different distances Fast moving object The subject is not in the center of the frame Camera shake Taking pictures without camera shake e Taking pictures using IMAGE STABILIZER p 35 The CCD shifts to correct for camera shake even if the ISO speed is not increased This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magnification An image pick
53. by pressing ESO EN 41 Creating panoramic images E3 PANORAMA Ez PANORAMA P u SCN Submenu 2 Application Three frames are taken and combined by the camera The user only composes the shots so that the target marks and COMBINE IN CAMERA1 pointers overlap and the camera automatically releases the shutter The shooting functions are already preset to the optimum settings for panoramic shooting Three frames are taken and COMBINE IN combined by the camera The CAMERA user composes the shots using the guide frame and manually releases the shutter The frames that were taken are combined into a panorama image using the OLYMPUS Master 2 COMBINE IN PC software from the provided CD ROM Pictures are taken in the last ISO or 23 SCN settings except for some scene modes Not available when SCN mode is selected The IMAGE QUALITY p 29 setting cannot be changed R The focus exposure p 14 zoom position p 21 and WB p 30 are locked at the first frame The optical zoom is limited up to 10x D The flash p 23 is locked to FLASH OFF mode D Panoramic images can be edited using SHADOW ADJ p 44 only R Playing back panoramic images p 28 42 EN Taking pictures with COMBINE IN CAMERA1 1 Press the shutter button to take the first frame 2 Move the camera slightly in the direction of the second frame Pointer SAVE O
54. 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 Do not insert anything into the microSD Attachment other than the microSD card Other types of cards cannot be installed on this microSD Attachment Do not insert anything other than an xD Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera If you insert a card by mistake such as a microSD card do not use force Contact authorized distributors service centers 76 EN Battery Handling Precautions Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking overheating burning exploding or causing electrical shocks or burns N DANGER Use only the Olympus brand NiMH batteries and proper fitting charger 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 Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight or subjected to hightemperatures in a hot vehicle near a heat source etc To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their t
55. ct the printer and camera compatible printer you can print images directly button without using a computer Multi connector To find out if your printer supports PictBridge refer to the printer s instruction manual USB cable PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital supplied s cameras and printers of different makers and ur a printing out pictures directly R The printing modes paper sizes and other Open the connector cover in setting options that can be set with the the direction of the arrow A camera vary depending on the printer that is used For details refer to the printer s instruction manual R For details on the available paper types loading paper and installing ink cassettes A refer to the printer s instruction manual aS ABA Printing at the printer s EFE standard settings EASY PRINT 3 Press to start printing 1 Display the image to be printed on e To print another image use els the monitor to select an image and press the R Viewing images p 15 button Printing can also be started when the camera is turned off After performing To exit printing step 2 use to select EASY PRINT After a selected image is displayed on the press the button Use to select an screen disconnect the USB cable from the image press the amp button camera and printer 58 EN Changing the printer s settings for print
56. d Single frame print reservations LA 1 Set the mode dial to gt and then press the MENU button to display the top menu 2 Use S to select 4 amp 7 PRINT ORDER and press the 3 button PRINT ORDER E EXIT MENU 3 Use to select LL and press the amp button 202009109 T 400 0004 4 SET OK EN 61 4 Use to select the image for print reservation Use to select the quantity Press the button BACK Mend SET OK 5 Use to select the date print screen option and press the button Submenu 2 Application NO This prints the image only UNES uL TIME This prints the image and the shooting time PRINT ORDER BACK SET 6 Use to select SET and press the button 62 EN Reserving one print each of all images on the card 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in LO p 61 2 Use to select HL and press the button 3 Follow steps 5 to 6 in D Resetting all print reservation data 1 Set the mode dial to gt and then press the MENU button to display the top menu 2 Use 3 G to select Le PRINT ORDER and press the button 3 Select either HL or HL and press the 29 button PRINT ORDER SETTING PRINT ORDERED RESET KEEP BACK MEN SET OK 4 Use to select RESET and press the button Resetting the print reservation data for selected images 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of Resett
57. data 1 Remove the lens cap and press the ON OFF button to turn on the camera The date and time setting screen is displayed when the date and time are not set D Y M D TIME TO 5 a Ed SZ CANCEL MEN Date and time setting screen 2 Use to select the year for Y D Y M D TIME CANCEL MENU 3 Press to save the setting for Y gt Y M D TIME CANCEL gt Wend 4 As in steps 2 and 3 use 3J S s 1 and the 9 button to set M month D day TIME hours and minutes and Y M D date order R For precise time setting press the button as the time signal strikes 00 seconds R To change the date and time make the setting from the menu CD Date time p 54 To check the date and time Press the DISP button while the camera is turned off The current time is displayed for approx 3 seconds Changing the display language The language for the menu and error messages displayed on the monitor viewfinder is selectable 1 Press the MENU button and press ISIEI to select 28 SETUP gt Bag EXIT Wend SET OK 2 Press the button GJ ncworyrormr T ENGLISH 4 TEST MENU COLOR NORMAL EXIT sinend 3 Use to select 23 and press the button ENGLISH AAs FRANCAIS Stau DEUTSCH pa Hy SE nay ESPANOL ITALIANO BACK gt MENU 4 Use SIS to select your language and press the button 5 Pre
58. e Submenu 2 Application AUTO The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity according to the shooting scene The camera automatically adjusts to a higher sensitivity than AUTO to reduce blurring caused by camera shake and motion of the subject HIGH ISO AUTO 64 100 200 400 800 1600 3200 6400 Set ISO sensitivity to a numerical value R If set to 3200 6400 IMAGE SIZE is limited to Gm or lower R The ISO setting of 3200 6400 is not available when FINE ZOOM p 33 or DIGITAL ZOOM p 33 is set to ON R AUTO HIGH ISO AUTO is not available when M mode is selected EN 37 Shooting pictures sequentially while the shutter button is held down DRIVE CAMERA MENU P DRIVE Gam P A S M mf SCN Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application o One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed or Sequential shooting at a focus and brightness exposure that is locked in the first frame Hi illi Sequential shooting at a higher speed than TJ Sequential shooting at a speed of approx 10 frames sec CH PRE CAPTURE OFF Ha When set to PRE CAPTURE ON 10 frames from Hi PRE CAPTURE ON pressing the button halfway down until shooting starts will be saved Sequential shooting while adjusting the focus for each a image Sequential shooting that automatically changes the exposure for each frame while using the focus and BKT 0 3 40 7 1 0 x3 x
59. e 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 Lightning If a lightning storm occurs while using an AC adapter remove it from the wall outlet immediately 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 EN 75 Handling the Camera N CAUTION N Stop using the camera immediately if you WARNING notice any unusual odors noise or smoke Do not use the camera near flammable or around it explosive gases e Never remove the batteries with bare hands Do not use the flash and LED on people which may cause a fire or burn your hands infants small children etc at close range Never hold or operate
60. e The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face ESE This enables you to compose the shot without worrying about the focusing position The camera finds the subject to focus on and then automatically adjusts the focus SPOT AREA The camera focuses on the subject within the AF target mark The AF target mark position is moved to focus the camera on the subject located at a position other than the center For some subjects the frame may not appear or may take some time to appear To move and lock the AF target mark AREA Use amp S to move the AF target mark 2 on the screen To lock the AF target Changing the focus method FOCUS MODE CAMERA MENU P FOCUS MODE Gm PASM y SCN Submenu 2 Application Press the shutter button halfway AF The camera automatically focuses MF Adjust the focus manually When set to MF Rough indication of shooting distance MF bar Enlarged view D Press to adjust the focus while checking the focus on the enlarged view R The display units in the MF bar can be mark press and hold the 59 button until the mark changes to L To unlock the AF target mark press and hold the 59 button until the mark changes to lt gt 34 EN selected m ft p 57 To lock the shooting distance Press and hold the button until the ME mark turns red To unlock the shooting distance press and hold the
61. e Card 1 R Press in the card until it clicks and comes out slightly and then grasp the card to pull it out R Number of storable pictures still pictures continuous recording length movies in the internal memory and xD Picture Card p 73 Using the microSD card microSDHC card sold separately microSD card microSDHC card hereinafter called the microSD card is also compatible with this camera by using the microSD Attachment D Using a microSD Attachment p 74 1 Insert the microSD card into the attachment Insert the card to the end OLYMPUS MASD 1 microSD ATTACHMENT 4 2 Insert the microSD Attachment into the camera Notch Contact area Pull the microSD card straight out R Do not touch the contact area of the microSD Attachment and microSD card directly EN 11 Arrow pad and operation guide The symbols AJ I HB displayed on various setting and movie playback screens indicate that the arrow pad is used CALENDAR Mu Ed TIME O SET OK ZOE B CANCEL HEN Eh SET OK m Gi Arrow pad Operation guides displayed at the bottom of the screen indicate that the MENU button button zoom lever or J button is used CAMERA MENU BACK ws OK GO Operation guide 12 EN Setting the date and time The date and time set here are saved to image file names date prints and other
62. efore image the current image To shoot movies Displays previous Shooting movies 9 mode p 20 image Displays 10 frames after To turn off the camera the current Press the ON OFF button to turn off the Image camera and attach the lens cap to the lens D NT a e display size of the image can be changed Index view calendar view and closeup view p 27 EN 15 16 To play back movies Select a movie and press the 5 button WW m 82009 et 26 Movie Operations during movie playback Volume During playback press BIS Fast forward rewind Select with Each time a button is pressed the playback speed cycles through 2x 20x and standard 1x speed in the direction of the pressed cursor button Pause Press the button lt 2009 08 26 12 30 F amp 1100 0004 CN EP TES qu gt EI Elapsed time Total recording time During playback First last frame frame advance During pause press B to display the first frame and press amp to display the last frame Press Ji to display the previous frame and press to display the next frame Press the button to resume playback JI J 2009 08 26 12 30 dE 100 0004 ET CE K0 da 0034 MIN gt dd During pause To stop movie playback Press the MENU button EN Erasing images during playback Single image erase 1 Press the 7 button when the playback image to be erased is displayed GE ENT
63. erminals carefully follow all instructions regarding the use of batteries Never attempt to disassemble a battery or modify it in any way solder 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 N 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 Never mix batteries old and new batteries charged and uncharged batteries batteries of different manufacture or capacity etc Never attempt to charge alkaline lithium or CR V3 lithium battery packs Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions Do not use batteries if their body is not covered by the insulating sheet or if the sheet is torn as this may cause fluid leaks fire or injury ZN CAUTION Do not remove batteries immediately after using the camera Batteries may become hot during prolonged use Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period The following AA R6 batteries cannot be used OE Batteries whose bodies are only partially or not at all covered by an insulating sheet OE OE Batteries whose terminals are r
64. ese Zinc Carbon batteries cannot be used with this camera When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures try to keep the camera and spare batteries as warm as possible Batteries which run down at low temperatures may be restored after they are warmed at room temperature Recommended temperature ranges for NiMH batteries Operation 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Charge 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage 20 C to 30 C 4 F to 86 F Using charging or storing the batteries outside these ranges could shorten battery life or affect battery performance Always unload the batteries from the camera before storing the camera for a long period Before using NiMH or NiCd batteries always read the provided instructions The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditions or batteries Before going on a long trip and especially before traveling abroad purchase an ample supply of extra batteries The recommended batteries 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 monitor A strip of light may appe
65. ese zinc carbon batteries AA R6 oxyride batteries AA R6 lithium batteries Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are used Power is consumed continuously during the conditions described below causing batteries to become exhausted quickly The zoom is used repeatedly The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in shooting mode activating the auto focus and digital image stabilization Set FULLTIME AF to ON The monitor is left on for an extended period of time The camera is connected to a computer or printer Battery life varies depending on the type of battery manufacturer shooting conditions etc Similarly the camera may turn off without displaying the battery level warning or may display the battery level warning more quickly EN 71 72 Using an AC adapter An AC adapter is useful for time consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer or when running a slideshow for a long period of time Do not use any other AC adapter with this camera Using your AC adapter abroad The AC adapter 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 AC adapter 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 t
66. ever to select the size of the cropping frame and use 1 5 to move the frame Cropping frame MA 3 Press the amp button The edited image will be saved as a separate image EN 45 Changing the color tone of image COLOR EDIT db EDIT B COLOR EDIT Submenu 2 Application This changes the image to black Black amp white and white This changes the image to a Sepia sepia tone This increases the color saturation Saturation hard of the image This slightly increases the color Saraton saii saturation of the image Sepia COLOR EDIT Black amp white Saturation hard Saturation soft D Use BISIEI to select the desired preview image and press the button e The modified image is saved as a new image 46 EN Adding a calendar to an image CALENDAR db EDIT B CALENDAR CALENDAR D Use ells to select an image and press the amp button 2 Use El to select the calendar and then use to select the image orientation and press the button 3 Use to select the Year of the calendar and press s 4 Use to select the Month of the calendar and press the 9 button e The edited image is saved as a separate image Highlighting a face with blurry effect around it FACE FOCUS db EDIT gt FACE FOCUS A face that is largest and facing front in the picture is detected as a target In some images such target may not
67. evice monitor or viewfinder Switching between the monitor and viewfinder p 25 R Even when set to ON you can resume shooting while the image is being displayed Selecting where the top menu is displayed MENU DISPLAY 32 SETUP gt MENU DISPLAY Submenu 2 Application LCD ONLY The top menu is always displayed on the monitor CURRENT The top menu is displayed on the currently selected display device monitor or viewfinder R The submenu chosen in MENU DISPLAY will be displayed on the screen when the following operations are done Pressing the MENU button Pressing the WI button in playback mode Increasing the brightness of the monitor when taking pictures LIVE VIEW BOOST 2 SETUP P LIVE VIEW BOOST Submenu 2 Application The subject will be displayed on the monitor at the brightness level according to the exposure OFF that was set This allows you to preview the images to be captured on the monitor before shooting The camera will automatically adjust the brightness level and display the subject on the ON monitor for easier confirmation The results of the exposure compensation adjustment will not be shown on the monitor 52 EN Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Resetting the file names of images FILE NAME XR SETUP P FILE NAME File name Pmdd0001 jpg Folder name 1000LYMP Folder name DCIM
68. fore use Submenu 2 Application Completely erases the image data YES in the internal memory or card including protected images NO Cancels formatting Be sure to remove the card before formatting the internal memory Copying images in the internal memory to the card BACKUP 2 SETUP B BACKUP Submenu 2 Application Backs up image data in the YES internal memory to the card NO Cancels the backup R It takes some time to back up data Check that the battery has sufficient power before starting the backup or use an AC adapter 50 EN Changing the display language 2 3 SETUP gt Submenu 2 Application The language for the menus and error messages displayed on the monitor is selected Languages The available languages vary depending on the country and or region where the camera was purchased Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Setting the startup display screen and sound PW ON SETUP X SETUP gt PW ON SETUP Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application OFF No image is displayed S SC SCREEN 1 A preset image is displayed 2 A still image stored in the internal memory or card is registered for display This option leads to the setup screen VOLUME Luo Sound The volume of the startup sound is selected LOW HIGH This image cannot be changed When SCREEN is set to OFF this setting is not available
69. he positive direction to express whites as they appear When taking pictures of black subjects on the other hand it is effective to adjust in the negative direction Image colors Taking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear e Taking pictures by selecting WB p 30 Best results in most environments can normally be obtained with the AUTO setting but for some subjects you should try experimenting with different settings This is especially true for sunshade under a clear sky mixed natural and artificial light settings and so on EN 69 70 Image quality Taking sharper pictures e Taking pictures with the optical zoom Avoid using DIGITAL ZOOM p 33 to take pictures e Taking pictures at a low ISO sensitivity If the picture is taken with a high ISO sensitivity noise small colored spots and color unevenness that were not in the original image can occur and the image can appear grainy This camera is provided with NOISE REDUCT p 38 but when the ISO sensitivity is increased the resulting image is grainier than with low ISO sensitivities ISO p 31 Panorama Taking pictures so that the frames are stitched smoothly Atip for panoramic shooting Taking pictures by pivoting with the camera at the center prevents shifting of the image When taking pictures of close objects in particular pivoting with the lens end at the center produces favorable results
70. hey could damage your AC adapter Using an xD Picture Card A card and internal memory also corresponds to the film that records images in a film camera Otherwise the recorded images data can be erased and retouching is also available with the use of a computer Cards can be removed from the camera and exchanged but it is not possible to remove or exchange the internal memory Use of larger capacity cards enables you to take more pictures A OLYMPUS Index area Notes can be filled in here Contact area Contact section of the card with the internal camera terminal R Do not touch the contact area directly EN Cards compatible with this camera xD Picture Card 16MB to 2GB TypeH M M Standard Using a new card Before using a non Olympus card or a card that was used for another purpose in a computer or other device use MEMORY FORMAT FORMAT p 50 to format the card Checking the image saving location The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory or card is being used during shooting and playback Current memory indicator GN Internal memory is being used None Card is being used Current memory indicator Shooting mode ASMAL 120 Playback mode R Even if MEMORY FORMAT FORMAT single image erase SEL IMAGE or ALL ERASE is performed the data in the card is not completely erased When disposing of the card damage the card to prevent the disclos
71. ightness distribution ulu XR SETUP gt Submenu 2 Application OFF No histogram is displayed ON A histogram a brightness distribution as a guide for determining the exposure is displayed DIRECT White out areas are displayed as red and black out areas are displayed as blue directly on the image R Changing the shooting information display p 25 Changing the image information display p 27 Registering a set of shooting settings under my mode labels MY MODE SETUP X SETUP gt MY MODE SETUP Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application MM MY MODE 1 SET sets the current menu function settings to the RRENT ed M72 MY MODE 2 TR selected my mode label uk Toi auser iA RESET m3 MY MODE 3 RESET CANCEL RESET returns the functions in the selected my M74 MY MODE 4 mode label to their defaults Taking pictures using MY MODE D Set the mode dial to E 2 Select the desired mode from mM to m4 Using the FUNC menu p 26 56 EN Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Selecting the display units during manual focus m ft XR SETUP P gt m ft R Changing the focus method FOCUS MODE p 34 Submenu 2 Application m This displays in meters and centimeters ft This displays in feet and inches Assigning functions to the button CUSTOM BUTTON X SETUP gt CUSTOM BUTTON R Using a function assigned to
72. in the internal memory or card are erased R When erasing pictures in the internal memory do not insert the card into the camera R When erasing pictures from the card insert a card into the camera in advance To select and erase images SEL IMAGE 4 Use to select SEL IMAGE and press the button 2 Use ME fells to select the image to be erased and press the button to add a V mark to the i image SEL IMAGE BACK MENU 3 Repeat step 2 to select the i gt images to be erased and then press the O button to erase the selected images Use to select YES and press the button e The images with a V mark are erased To erase all images ALL ERASE D Use to select ALL ERASE and press the button 2 Use to select YES and press the button Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Recording print settings to the image data PRINT ORDER amp PRINT ORDER R Print reservations DPOF p 61 R Print reservation can be set only for still pictures that are recorded to the card EN 49 Menus for Other Camera Settings Erasing data completely MEMORY FORMAT FORMAT X SETUP B MEMORY FORMAT FORMAT R Before formatting check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card Non Olympus cards and cards that have been formatted by a computer must be formatted with this camera be
73. ing CUSTOM PRINT 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 for EASY PRINT p 58 and press the button EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT 2 Use to select CUSTOM PRINT and press the button 3 Use to select print mode and press the 9 button Submenu 2 Application PRINT This prints the image selected in step 6 ALL PRINT This prints all images stored in the internal memory or card MULTI PRINT This prints one image in a multiple layout format This prints an index of all images ALL INDEX stored in the internal memory or card PRINT ORDER This prints images based on the print reservation data on the card PRINT ORDER is available only when print reservations were made Print reservations DPOF p 61 Submenu 4 OFF ON The number of images per sheet varies depending on the printer 4 Use to select SIZE Submenu 3 and press R If the PRINTPAPER screen is not displayed the SIZE BORDERLESS and PICS SHEET are set to the printer s standard PRINTPAPER SIZE BORDERLESS STANDARD LESEN IBI SZ BACK MENU 5 Use to select the BORDERLESS or PICS SHEET settings and press the 5 button Application The image is printed with a border around it OFF The image is printed to fill the entire page ON The number of images per sheet PICS SHEET is selectable only when MULTI PRINT is selected in step 3 The available settings for BORDERLES
74. ing all print reservation data p 62 2 Use to select LL and press the button 3 Use to select KEEP and press the amp button 4 Use to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel Use to set the print quantity to O 5 if necessary repeat step 4 and then press the 9 button when finished 6 Use to select the OO date print screen option and press the button e The settings are applied to the remaining images with the print reservation data 7 Use to select SET and press the button EN 63 Using OLYMPUS Master 2 System requirements and installation of OLYMPUS Master 2 Install the OLYMPUS Master 2 software referring to the included installation guide Connecting the camera to a computer 1 Make sure the camera is turned off The monitor is off e The lens is retracted 2 Connect the camera to a computer The camera automatically turns on Multi connector USB cable supplied pui Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow pana ki EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT R Locate the position of the USB port by referring to your computer instructions manual 3 Use to select PC and press the amp button The computer automatically detects the camera as a new device on the first connection 64 EN Windows After the computer detects the camera a message indicating the completion of
75. ing areas of the screen separately R This function will not reduce the image quality since it dose not convert the data with fewer pixels into the data with larger pixels R When set to ON IMAGE SIZE is limited to Bm or lower R When set to ON DIGITAL ZOOM is canceled automatically Q5 FINE ZOOM is not available when s SUPER MACRO p 24 is selected Shooting at magnifications higher than optical zoom DIGITAL ZOOM CAMERA MENU P DIGITAL ZOOM Gua PAS MET SCN BEAUTY 2 Submenu 2 Application Only optical zoom is used to zoom in OFF for shooting Optical zoom and digital zoom are ON combined to zoom in for shooting Still pictures Approx 130x max Movies Approx 78x max Q When set to ON FINE ZOOM is canceled automatically R DIGITAL ZOOM is not available when s SUPER MACRO p 24 is selected Shoots the subject at the center during backlighting Meters the brightness within the AF target mark only spot Shoots without being affected by the surrounding brightness Meters a wide range based on the center section of the screen ail center weighted R When set to ESP the center can appear dark when shooting against strong backlighting EN 33 Selecting the focusing area AF MODE CAMERA MENU P AF MODE Submenu 2 FACE DETECT Gap PAS M m SCN Application This is used for taking pictures of peopl
76. ing frames thereafter automatically The camera automatically enters sleep mode p 57 after the first frame has been saved Sleep mode is exited around 7 seconds before the next shot Once the preset number of frames is taken the camera automatically turns off R Use of new batteries or an AC adapter is recommended when taking frames over an extended period of time If any of the following operations are performed while the camera is in sleep mode the camera cancels timelapse mode and returns to normal shooting opening of the battery compartment cover or card cover connecting the camera to a computer pressing the shutter button or arrow pad If the internal memory or card or the battery power runs out during sleep mode a warning is displayed TIMELAPSE mode is canceled and the camera automatically turns off Taking pictures with a conversion lens 11 CAMERA MENU gt ED PASM m SCN BEAUTY amp Submenu 2 Application No conversion lens is used camera OEE body only The camera takes pictures by ON attaching a conversion lens specified by Olympus sold separately R When a conversion lens is attached light from the built in flash can cause vignetting where shadows from the conversion lens appear on the images When a conversion lens is attached the camera may take extra time to focus Recording movie with sound 8 CAMERA MENU gt amp EA EN Submenu 2 OFF Application No
77. iple flash units compatible with this system The camera s built in flash is used for communication between the camera and flash R For details about operation of a wireless flash refer to the instruction manual for the special external flash 1 Set the wireless flash based on the guidelines below Wireless flash setup range guidelines R The setup range varies depending on the ambient environment Point the remote Flash direction sensor toward the camera 2 Turn on the wireless flash 3 Use the MODE button on the wireless flash to set to RC mode and make the channel and group settings The group is set to A The B and C settings do not work 4 Turn on the camera and press the g button to flip up the built in flash 5 Set F FLASH p 36 on the camera to 5 RC and set the channel CH1 to CH4 to the same setting as the wireless flash 6 Select the flash mode QD Using the flash p 22 D LO RED EYE KO 5RED EYE FILL IN and G3 RED EYE SLOW are not available when 5 RC is selected 7 Take a test shot to check the operation of the flash and the resulting image R Be sure to check the charge level of the camera and wireless flash before taking pictures R Although there is no limit on the number of wireless flash units that are set up usage of a maximum of 3 units is recommended to prevent malfunction due to interference with each other When the camera flash is set to
78. l Monitor and viewfinder e Wipe gently with a soft cloth Lens Blow dust off the lens with a commercial blower then wipe gently with a lens cleaner R Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol or chemically treated cloth R Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty Storage When storing the camera for extended periods remove the battery AC adapter and card and keep in a cool dry place that is well ventilated Periodically insert the battery and test the camera functions R Avoid leaving the camera in places where chemical products are handled since this may result in corrosion Battery handling precautions In addition to the batteries provided with the camera the following types of battery can be used Choose the power source best suited to the situation AA alkaline batteries The number of pictures that you can take may vary considerably depending on the battery manufacturer and shooting conditions AA NiMH batteries rechargeable batteries Being rechargeable Olympus NiMH batteries are reusable and economical For details refer to the instruction manual for your charger CAUTION There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type Dispose of the used battery following the instructions Battery Handling Precautions p 78 The following types of batteries cannot be used Lithium battery pack CR V3 AA R6 mangan
79. l movie OVERWRITE overwrites and replaces the original movie 1 Use eil to select a movie 2 Use to select NEWFILE or OVERWRITE and press the button 3 Use to select the first frame of the clip to be extracted and press the button e While selecting the start or end frame pressing moves to the start end frame of the movie 4 Use 2 1 to select the last frame of the clip to be extracted and press the button The extracted movie clip is saved Extracting a still image from a movie MOVIE INDEX db EDIT gt MOVIE INDEX 4 Use 15 to select a movie and press the button 2 Use to select the frame to be extracted and press the ss button e can be used to move to the start end frame of the movie The selected frame is saved as a still image EN 47 Protecting images O n 5 PLAYBACK MENU gt Om R Protected images cannot be erased by ERASE p 16 SEL IMAGE or ALL ERASE p 49 but all images will be erased by MEMORY FORMAT FORMAT p 50 Submenu 2 Application OFF Images can be erased Images are protected so that ON they cannot be erased except by formatting of the internal memory card D Use Z117 to select an image 2 Use to select ON 3 If necessary repeat steps 1 and to protect other images and then press the button Rotating images 1 PLAYBACK MENU gt 1 Submenu 2 Application
80. more subdued colors 5 to 5 38 EN Reducing noise during long exposures NOISE REDUCT CAMERA MENU P NOISE REDUCT Gu PASM iu SCN Submenu 2 Application The camera takes pictures at a fast EF shutter speed No noise reduction is used The camera takes pictures at a slow ON shutter speed Noise reduction is activated when the shutter speed is slower than 1 2 second R When set to ON the time for shooting and saving data is approx twice as long as usual During this wait time no pictures can be taken R This function may not work effectively for some subjects and shooting conditions R This function is fixed to ON when the shutter speed is set to BULB Selecting the aperture value and shutter speed for shooting pictures M mode p 19 Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Taking a preset number of shots at preset intervals TIMELAPSE CAMERA MENU P TIMELAPSE Gu PASM iu SCN Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application OFF The timelapse shooting function is deactivated The timelapse shooting function is activated The ON 2 to 99 1MIN to 99MIN amount of images and shooting interval can be selected Timelapse shooting Pressing the shutter button after setting the amount of images shooting interval and setting this function to ON the first frame will be taken and the camera takes the remain
81. nting starts When printing all images select OPTION SET and the PRINT INFO screen is displayed When printing is finished the PRINT MODE SELECT screen is displayed PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX PRINT ORDER EXIT Mend To cancel printing Press the button when TRANSFERRING is displayed 2 Select CANCEL using 5 and press the amp button Oh Lh TRANSFERRING CANCEL O CONTINUE CANCEL SET OK 11Press the MENU button 12When the message REMOVE USB CABLE is displayed disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer Print reservations DPOF In print reservations the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera DPOF is a standard for storing automatic printout information from digital cameras R Print reservations can be set only for the images stored on the card Insert a card with recorded images before making print reservations R DPOF reservations set by another DPOF device cannot be changed by this camera Make changes using the original device Making new DPOF reservations with this camera will erase the reservations made by the other device R DPOF print reservations can be made for up to 999 images per car
82. obligation or advance notice EN 79 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 NEE Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this product This symbol crossed out wheeled bin Directive 2006 66 EC Annex II indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries Please do not throw the batteries into the domestic refuse Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of the waste batteries 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 Olympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the website http www olympus com this 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
83. on again Current viewing area Operations during panorama image playback Zoom in Zoom out Turn the zoom lever Playback direction Press BIS during Applying On Protect p 48 zoom playback to scroll 1 Rotate p 48 4 PRINT ORDER in the direction of the p 49 and ERASE p 16 when displaying pressed button the first frame will apply the setting to all the Pause Prose Hulton images that were shot sequentially To apply the settings to each frame Restart scrolling Press the button individually change to index view before Stop playback Press the MENU button setting 28 EN Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Menus for Shooting Functions When the mode dial is set to a shooting mode settings can be made R The icon next to indicates the position to adjust the mode dial to when setting functions R The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the appropriate image quality for your application IMAGE QUALITY IMAGE QUALITY Still pictures Submenu 1 IMAGE SIZE Submenu 2 12M 3968x2976 5M 2560x1920 Gi M P A S ME SCN BEAUTY Application Suitable for printing pictures over A3 11x17 in Suitable for printing pictures at A4 8 5x11 in 3M 2048x1536 Suitable for printing pictures up to A4 8 5x11 in 2M 1600x1200 Suitable for printing pictures at A5 5x7 in
84. orage 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 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 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 This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or
85. orrect exposures exceeds EV 3 0 the indicator appears red Long exposure bulb shooting Set the shutter speed to BULB by pressing el The shutter stays open while the shutter button is pressed and held R The maximum time that the shutter can remain open is 8 minutes This is possible only when ISO p 31 is set to 64 Smoothing out skin tone and texture BEAUTY mode The camera finds a person s face and gives the skin a smooth translucent look for taking the picture 1 Set the mode dial to BEAUTY BEAUTY mode indicator 2 Point the camera toward the subject Check the frame appearing around the face detected by the camera and then press the shutter button to take the picture e The unedited image and edited image are both saved e If the image cannot be retouched only the unedited image is saved R The frame may not appear or may take some time to appear for some subjects In addition this function may have no visible effect on some subjects R The IMAGE SIZE of the retouched image is limited to 2m or lower EN 19 Shooting movies 3 mode 1 Set the mode dial to go C9 mode indicator To record audio when shooting Movie BECH p 39 To zoom while recording audio The optical zoom is not available when recording Use DIGITAL ZOOM p 33 2 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject and gently press the button all the way down to sta
86. rica com digital OLYMPUS IMAGING EUROPA GMBH Premises Wendenstrasse 14 18 20097 Hamburg Germany Tel 49 40 23 77 3 0 Fax 49 40 23 07 61 Goods delivery Bredowstrasse 20 22113 Hamburg Germany Letters Postfach 10 49 08 20034 Hamburg Germany European Technical Customer Support Please visit our homepage http www olympus europa com or call our TOLL FREE NUMBER 00800 67 10 83 00 for Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany Italy Luxemburg Netherlands Norway Portugal Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom Please note some mobile phone services providers do not permit access or request an additional prefix to 800 numbers For all European Countries not listed and in case that you can t get connected to the above mentioned number please make use of the following CHARGED NUMBERS 49 180 5 67 10 83 or 49 40 237 73 4899 Our Technical Customer Support is available from 9 am to 6 pm MET Monday to Friday 2009 OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP VN183901
87. rt recording Red during shooting x Press halfway Press fully Remaining recording time p 73 3 Gently press the shutter button all the way down to stop recording 20 EN Using Shooting Functions Using the optical zoom QD The zoom bar appearance identifies the status of the fine zoom digital zoom Turning the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range When using A optical zoom W T Leed Optical zoom range ees are mess w vg Fine zoom I E mann Zoom bar Digital s Optical zoom 26x Digital zoom 5x Use of IMAGE STABILIZER p 35 is recommended when shooting with the telephoto zoom To take larger images without reducing image quality FINE ZOOM p 33 To take larger images DIGITAL ZOOM p 33 EN 21 Brightening the subject Using the flash against backlight SHADOW ADJ The camera finds a person s face that has been darkened by backlight and makes it appear 4 brighter Press the 5 button to flip up the Shadow adjustment technology built in flash The flash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions and render the desired image 1 Press die Q button VN R The flash settings cannot be adjusted with the flash closed ZAR 2 Use to select ON and press the button to set To turn off the flash Press the flash down back into the camera 3 Point the camera toward the This Sors o P FEASHIOFF mod
88. screen or for creating a presicse compostion by the use of the grid display 1 Press the DISP button The displayed shooting information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed Shooting mode display p 8 Histogram Normal R Ltd Histogram p 56 Reading a histogram If the peak fills too much of the frame the image will appear mostly white If the peak fills too much of the frame the image will appear mostly black The green section shows the luminance distribution within the center of the screen EN 25 Locking the exposure and or focus position for shooting AE LOCK AF LOCK Once the exposure and or focus position are is set for a subject in shooting mode you can continue shooting at the same exposure focus positior or both AE LOCK AF LOCK or AF LOCK AE LOCK even if the composition of the shot is changed 7 Assign either AE LOCK AF LOCK or AF LOCK AE LOCK to the E button In the default setting AE LOCK is assigned to this button CUSTOM BUTTON p 57 2 Compose the shot and press the EC button The exposure focus position setting assigned in step 1 is locked mark AF target mark Mark aaa When setting the AF LOCK AE LOCK To cancel the setting Press the Ef button again so that the AEL AFL mark no longer appears 3 After changing the composition of the shot press the shutter button
89. 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 batteries 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 button to make sure that it is operating normally Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera s manual 78 EN Battery Handling Precautions Olympus NiMH batteries included in some areas are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras Never use these batteries with any other device Always charge NiMH batteries included in some areas before using them for the first time or if they have not been used for a long period Always charge sets of batteries included in some areas 2 or 4 together Do not use alkaline batteries unless it is absolutely necessary In some cases alkaline batteries may have a shorter service life than NiMH Alkaline battery performance is limited especially at low temperatures The use of NiMH batteries is recommended AA mangan
90. sound is recorded Sound is recorded while shooting ON movies R Sounds may not be recorded clearly if the camera is more than 1m away from the sound source When set to ON IMAGE STABILIZER p 35 is not available R When set to ON setting FULLTIME AF p 35 to ON may record the sound of the lens operating EN 39 Selecting a scene mode according to the shooting situation 23 SCN 8 SCN ED SCN R In SCN mode the optimum shooting settings are pre programmed for specific shooting scenes For this reason settings may not be changed in some modes Submenu 1 Q PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE sg SPORT FA NIGHT SCENE NIGHT PORTRAIT 32 INDOOR 43 CANDLEI 3k SUNSET 8f FIREWORKS MULTI FIREWORKS MULTIPLE EXPOSURE CUISINE amp DOCUMENTS C3 SMILE SHOT E 4 BEACH amp SNOW amp BIRD WATCHING jSOFT BACKGROUND SHOT BP PRE CAPTURE MOVIE ty QUICK SHUTTER Application The camera takes a picture in the mode for the shooting scene When the subject is dark NOISE REDUCT p 38 is automatically activated Time taken to shoot will be doubled and no other shooting can be done in that time R The sample image and explanations on suitable shooting methods will be displayed on the screen The explanations will be displayed as well by pressing down the button To select a mode Using the best mode for the shooting scene SCN mode p
91. ss adjustment E 54 Flash intensity control 7 36 MOVIE INDEX entres 47 Flash mode fa 22 MULTI PRINT S eet AE 59 Flash off amp PE 23 MY MODE SETUP My1 2 3 4 mE 56 Fluorescent lamp 1 2 3 amp 4 ED ER 30 FOCUS CE 14 68 N FOCUS MODE sessie sense batte 34 Si ME 50 NATURAL 37 FRAME RATE an 29 73 NOISE REDUCT NR 38 FULLTIME AF EE a 35 NORMALNEL aaenaannn 29 73 FUNC menu 26 NG NACE E 55 Number of prints hx 60 H Number of storable still pictures 73 dB N 56 o HIGH ISO AUTO ISO 31 High speed sequential shooting 1 2 OLYMPUS Master 2 sess 64 det dch 32 Olympus Wireless RC Flash System 74 Histogram ll 27 56 One touch WB EL 30 Optical dere it DEE 21 I POP ER 34 P IMAGE QUALITY ee 29 Paa UN ee pude 55 IMAGE SIZE ees sees sees esse ese 29 73 PANORAMA 42 IMAGE STABILIZER w 35 Panorama playback ee 28 DC WEN 36 PG 64 INDEX 47 PERFECT FIX ssssssuuuu 44 INDEX PLAN sma ee di 48 PIC ORIENTATION aL 54 Index VIEW M 27 d ET 58 Information displays 25 27 PICTURE MODE se see se ese se 37 Internal memop 72 PIXEL MAPPING 011111 53 Ke NAA 31 PLAYBACK MENU 48 Playback mode x J 5 15 L Playback on a Napaan 55 PRE CAPTURE d
92. ss the MENU button EN 13 Shooting Playback and Erasing Shooting with automatic 4 Hold the camera and compose the settings GI mode shot This is a fully automatic mode that allows the user to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter button Settings in the shooting menu cannot be changed in mode 1 Remove the lens cap 2 Set the mode dial to EN 3 Press the ON OFF button to turn on the camera Vertical grip Number of storable still pictures p 73 5 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject Ns a When the camera focuses on the subject the ON OFF LG exposure is locked and the AF target mark O gt e changes to green The camera was unable to focus if the AF target mark flashes red Try focusing again standby mode screen R Press the ON OFF button again to turn off KA the camera Press halfway AF target mark R Focusing p 68 14 EN 6 To take the picture gently press Viewing images the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the 1 Set the mode dial to El camera Number of frames Na Ka pung Press fully Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing the gt button enables playback of 2 S e images To return to shooting either press Use MEE to select an image the gt button again or press the shutter Displays Displays next button halfway down 10 frames b
93. sure that the battery compartment cover is securely locked Failure to do so may cause the battery compartment cover to open during shooting and the batteries to fall out resulting in loss of image data For the types of batteries that can be used Attach the strap to the other eyelet in the see Battery handling precautions p 71 same manner If using rechargeable batteries charge the batteries 5 Ts Turn off the camera before opening or ro closing the battery compartment cover When to replace the batteries Replace the batteries when the error message shown below appears Flashes in red XX R Pull the strap tight so that it does not come BATTERY EMPTY loose Ad DI Monitor top right Error message 10 EN Loading the xD Picture Card sold separately into the camera This camera allows the user to take more pictures and record longer movies using an xD Picture Card sold separately than using the internal memory R Using an xD Picture Card p 72 R Be sure to press the ON OFF button to turn off the camera before inserting or removing the card R Do not insert anything other than an xD Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera j 1 CUT S ON OFF button 4 Card cover Contact area R Insert the card straight in until it clicks into place R Do not touch the contact area directly To remove the xD Pictur
94. ter If the image still cannot be viewed the image file is corrupted 0 THE IMAGE CANNOT BE EDITED Problem with selected image Use photo retouch software etc to edit the image on a computer Operation problem Close the card cover CARD COVER OPEN Battery problem 1 Insert new batteries BATTERY EMPTY If using rechargeable batteries charge the batteries Connection problem Ok Connect the camera and NO CONNECTION COMputer or printer correctly EE Printer problem Load paper into the printer NO PAPER Printer problem Refill the ink in the printer NO INK GN Printer problem Remove the jammed paper JAMMED Printer problem rice Return to the status where the printer can be used Printer problem Turn off the camera and yl printer check the printer for PRINT ERROR m problems and then turn the power on again 1 Problem with selected image CANNOT PRINT Use a computer to print a computer Before erasing important images download them to All data will be erased 3 This is displayed for instance when the printer s paper tray has been removed Do not operate the printer while making the print settings on the camera other cameras This camera may be unable to print images taken by EN 67 Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision refer to the information below Focusing Focusing on the su
95. the E button Custom button p 26 Submenu 2 Application AE LOCK AF LOCK AF LOCK AE LOCK IMAGE SIZE p 22 COMPRESSION p 29 FINE ZOOM p 33 DIGITAL ZOOM p 33y T AF MODE p 34 FOCUS MODE p 34 EE function is called and set at the touch of FULLTIME AF p 35 AF PREDICT p 35 IMAGE STABILIZER p 35 FLASH p 36 W p 37 NOISE REDUCT p 38 This assigns the function that locks the exposure This assigns the function that locks the focus position This assigns the function that locks the exposure and focus position Saving battery power between shots SLEEP 32 SETUP gt SLEEP Submenu 2 Application When the camera is not being used the monitor viewfinder automatically turn off to save 1MIN 3MIN 5MIN 0MIN battery power sleep mode This selects and sets the time until sleep mode is activated R When the camera is not being used for approx 12 minutes in sleep mode the camera automatically turns off To cancel sleep mode Press the shutter button arrow pad or turn the mode dial Turning off the camera sounds SILENT MODE amp SILENT MODE Submenu 1 Application OFF Settings are selected individually in SOUND SETTINGS p 51 ON Startup sound operating sound shutter sound warning sound and playback sound are muted EN 57 Printing e PAP p eg Direct printing PictBridge 2 Turn on the printer and then By connecting the camera to a PictBridge conne
96. the camera ina vertical position are not rotated during playback Information about the vertical horizontal orientation of the camera during ON shooting is recorded with images Images are automatically rotated during playback OFF Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Selecting a video signal system to match your TV VIDEO OUT 2 SETUP b VIDEO OUT R The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and regions Before viewing camera images on your TV select the video output according to your TV s video signal type Submenu 2 Application NTSC Connecting the camera to a TV in North America Taiwan Korea Japan etc PAL Connecting the camera to a TV in European countries China etc The factory default settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold To play back camera images on a TV 4 Connect the TV and camera e Connection via AV cable a Multi connector Connect to the TV video input jack yellow and audio input jack white DONNE AV cable supplied Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow e Connection via HDMI cable Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow HDMI mini connector Connect to the HDMI connector on the TV L Up HDMI cable commercially available VEN
97. the camera with wet You must be at least 1 m 3 ft away from the NG hands faces of your subjects Firing the flash too close Do not leave the camera in places where it may to the subject s eyes could cause a momentary be subject to extremely high temperatures loss of vision i f Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and in T young children and infants away from some circumstances cause the camera to catch e camera fire Do not use the charger or AC adapter 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 n 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 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
98. the shooting scene Using an external flash PH FLASH CAMERA MENU P M FLASH SHP PAS ME SCN BEAUTY Submenu 2 Submenu 3 IN m Application The built in flash is used for taking pictures An Olympus Wireless RC Flash System compatible flash is ERC CH1 to CH4 used for taking pictures The channel CH1 to CH4 can be selected The commercially available slave flash that is synchronized with the camera flash is used for taking pictures The flash intensity setting can be adjusted SLAVE 1 to 10 R Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System p 74 R When set to SLAVE the flash setting automatically changes to FILL IN p 23 R When set to SLAVE the flash can fire when DRIVE p 32 is set to a setting other than DI but if the flash intensity is large the interval between sequential shots becomes longer 36 EN Adjust the settings for the functions while referring to Using the Menu p 3 Recording sound when shooting still pictures D I CAMERA MENU KA Gi P A S M mY SCN Submenu 2 OFF Application No sound is recorded The camera automatically starts recording for approx 4 seconds after ON taking the picture This is useful for recording notes or comments about the picture R When recording aim the microphone p 48 at the source of the sound you want to record Adjusting the white balance WBZ CAMERA MENU gt Gua PAS MET SC
99. up device that absorbs incoming light through the lens and changes it to electronic signals Set to S mode or 2X SPORT in shooting mode Pictures can be taken at a high shutter speed which is effective even for motion of the subjects S mode p 18 98 SCN p 40 e Taking pictures using high ISO speed If a high ISO speed is selected pictures can be taken at a high shutter speed even at locations where a flash cannot be used ISO p 31 Exposure brightness Taking pictures with the right brightness e Taking pictures of a subject against a backlight A face against backlight is brightened SHADOW ADJ p 22 Taking pictures using FACE DETECT for AF MODE p 34 Appropriate exposure is obtained for a face against backlight and the face is brightened e Taking pictures using Le for METERING p 33 The brightness is adjusted according to the subject in the center of the screen without being influenced by the background light e Taking pictures using 5 FILL IN p 23 flash A subject against backlight is brightened Taking pictures of a white beach or snow scene Set the mode to F4 BEACH amp SNOW p 40 e Taking pictures using exposure compensation p 23 Adjust the brightness while viewing the screen for taking the picture Normally taking pictures of white subjects such as snow results in images that are darker than the actual subject Use the button to adjust in t
100. ure of personal data Readout recording process of the card Never open the battery cover or card cover Card access lamp Op while the camera is reading or writing data which is indicated by blinking of the card access lamp This can not only damage the image data but also render the internal memory or card unusable Number of storable pictures still pictures continuous recording length movies in the internal memory and xD Picture Card Still pictures COMPRES Number of storable sud pictures ER Using a 1 GB xD Picture Card With sound Without sound With sound Without sound 23 3968x2976 Fe l 3 3 Gm 2560x1920 3w 2048x1536 eege eg 38 hf 31 wv 53 uS ww 19 239 5 Th lu 0 35 2 S i 1920x1080 Movies FRAME Continuous mee Onli length Zeg Using a 1 GB xD Picture Card With sound Without sound With sound Without sound 9 min 25 sec 9 min 28 sec 640x480 18 min 44 sec 18 min 56 sec NE 25 min 26 sec 25 min 49 sec Q x S 51 min 38 sec R The maximum file size of a single movie is 2 GB regardless of the capacity of the card The maximum length is 40 seconds when using a TypeM or Standard xD Picture Card Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken Either erase unwanted images or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images and then erase the images in the internal memory or card Single
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