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    images to a computer Appendix Information Accessories z 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. z This manual explains advanced techniques such as
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    more, you can search the index to find the relevant page. Camera part names and monitor indications are listed at the end of the manual. For example If you want to know more about the term "HQ page number. For information on how to read the instructions in this manual, refer to "How to read the
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    information on factors which may lead to a malfunction or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be absolutely avoided.  TIPS Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of your camera. g Reference pages describing details or related information. 3
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    this manual 2 How to read the instruction pages Flash shooting 50 Flash mode 50 Manual flash 52 Setting the flash mode 54 Using the built-in flash 55 Flash intensity control 56 Flash bracketing 57 External electronic flashes (optional 57 Using the external electronic flash 58 Super FP flash
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    of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF 71 C-AF (continuous AF) shooting 72 Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF+MF 72 Manual focus (MF 73 MF bracketing 74 AF illuminator 75 Shutter release priority 75 6 Exposure, image and color Metering mode - Changing the metering system 77 Exposure
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    step 124 ISO boost 124 ISO limit 124 Compensating all WB 125 Manual flash 125 Speed synchronization 126 Auto flash popup 126 Customizing the control dial's function 127 V button function 128 My Mode setting 128 Reset lens 129 Focus ring 129 Priority setting 129 Quick erase 130 Erasing
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    164 Printing images 165 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master 166 11 Appendix If you encounter problems 168 Error codes 168 Troubleshooting 169 Camera maintenance 174 Cleaning and storing the camera 174 Cleaning mode - Removing dust on the CCD 175 Pixel mapping
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    Table of Contents 13 Accessories BLM-1 Li-ion Battery / BCM-2 Li-ion Battery Charger 199 How to use the LBH-1 Lithium Battery Holder 206 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses 208 ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm f3.5-5.6 210 ZUIKO DIGITAL 17.5-45mm f3.5-5.6 212 Index 214 8
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    USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : E-500 Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Address : Two Corporate Center . For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements camera file systems referred to in this manual are the "Design Rule for Camera File
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    USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. Lightning flash only accessories recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture - Never use this product around water (near your operating instructions for information on using the product with a battery. Foreign
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    described below, refer servicing to qualified service personnel: a) Liquid has been spilled onto the product or some other object has fallen into the product. b) The product has been exposed to water. c) The product does not operate normally despite following operating instructions. Adjust only the
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    result. If the camera is accidentally dropped in water, or if liquid is spilled into the camera, stop using it, allow it to dry, and then remove the battery. Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center. z Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is in progress
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    not damage the power cable. Do not pull on the charger's cable or add another cable to it. Be sure to connect or disconnect the charger's cable while holding the power plug. If the following cases occur, stop using and contact an Olympus dealer or authorized customer support center. • The power plug
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    or deformed, or appears abnormal in any way during operation, stop using the camera immediately. Contact your dealer or an authorized Olympus service center. Continued use may result in fire or electric shock. z If the battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the
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    user's authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cables should be used to connect the camera to USB-enabled
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    use these written materials or software or equipment. Some countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. z Olympus reserves all rights to this manual. Warning z Unauthorized photographing or use
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    1 Basic operations This camera is equipped with a variety of easy shooting modes that automatically adjust focus and exposure as required, as well as automatically popping up the built-in flash when required. A variety of advanced shooting modes are available, enabling you to take advantage of
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    optimize the exposure for the subject. AUTO Full-auto shooting Allows you to shoot using a lens aperture (f value) and shutter speed set by the camera. In low-light conditions, the flash automatically pops up and fires. This mode is recommended for normal shooting conditions. i Portrait shooting
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    g P. 41 S Shutter priority shooting Allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. g P. 43 M Manual shooting Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. g P. 45 Automatic flash pop-up When you use any of the shooting modes listed below in
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    Normal 2 Each time the INFO button is pressed, the display changes as follows: Normal Detailed Off How to make function settings This camera features a wide variety of shooting functions designed to suit a variety of different shooting conditions. You can also customize settings to make the
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    Sets ISO sensitivity 4 (AF frame selection) button Selects AF frame 5 (Metering) button 6
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    will be restored and your setting will be confirmed. Your setting can also be confirmed by pressing the i button. Control panel operation procedures This manual shows the control panel operation procedures (until the direct menu is displayed) as below. Ex.) When setting white balance i WB i 22
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    MENU button. • The menu is displayed on the monitor. 1 MENU button Basic operations Arrow pad Operation guide is displayed at the bottom of the screen. CANCEL J SELECT J GO J : Press MENU to cancel Customizes shooting functions. Sets functions that allow you to use the camera efficiently. 23
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    menu.) Press Press Setting Setting screen 5 Press i repeatedly until the menu disappears. • Normal shooting screen is restored. Menu operation procedures This manual shows the menu operation procedures as below. Ex.) When setting white balance Menu [ ] [WB] Setting For the menu lists, refer to
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    2 Things to know before shooting The camera focuses automatically if you simply press the shutter button in the AUTO mode. However, sometimes you may come grainy in large prints, the file size is too big for e-mail, etc. To avoid this kind of problem, always check the record mode before shooting.
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    [xD] xD-Picture Card 3 Press the i button. Formatting the card Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Non-Olympus cards or cards formatted on a computer must be formatted with the camera before they can be used. All data stored on the card, including protected images, is erased when the card is
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    If correct focus cannot be obtained The camera's auto-focus may not able to focus on the subject in the cases shown below (e.g. when the subject is not in the center of the frame, when the subject has lower contrast than its surroundings, etc.). If this
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    If correct focus cannot be obtained 2 Press the shutter button halfway until the AF confirmation mark lights. • The focus is locked. The AF confirmation mark and the AF focusing frame light up in the viewfinder. 2 • If the AF comfirmation mark blinks, press the shutter button halfway again.
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    Selecting the record mode You can select a record mode in which to take pictures. Choose the record mode that's best for your purpose (printing, editing on a PC, website editing, etc.). For details about record modes and number of pixels, refer to the table on P. 31. Types of record modes 2
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    Selecting the record mode How to select the record mode 1 Menu [ ] [D] 2 2 Use to set. [RAW] / [TIFF] / [SHQ] / [HQ] / [SQ] / [RAW+SHQ] / [RAW+HQ] / [RAW+SQ] 3 Press the i button. Things to know before shooting Setting the number of pixels and compression rate 1 Menu [ ] [HQ] Menu [ ] [SQ] 2
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    Selecting the record mode Record mode Record mode Number of pixels (PIXEL COUNT) Compression File format File size (MB) RAW TIFF SHQ 3264x2448 Uncompressed Uncompressed 1/2.7 1/4 ORF TIFF 13.6 24.5 6.4 2 4.5 Things to know before shooting HQ 1/8 2.5 1/12 1.8 1/2.7 6.2 1/4 4.4
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    to do is to select the appropriate scene mode from the "Easy shooting modes" and concentrate on your composition; no complicated settings as with other cameras. You can also set the aperture value and shutter speed in the "Advanced shooting modes". The more you shoot, the more possibilities you will
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    for normal shooting conditions. The shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera are displayed on the viewfinder and control panel screen. When the camera is set to , the scene menu is displayed. Control panel screen Viewfinder Shutter speed indication If
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    to the mode you want to use. 3 AUTO i l & j / Full-auto shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed automatically according to the subject brightness. In low-light conditions, the flash automatically pops up and fires. AUTO is recommended for normal shooting conditions
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    The scene menu appears. 2 Use ac to select the scene mode. • A sample image of the selected mode is displayed. 3 Press the i button. 3 • The camera enters the shooting stand-by mode. • To change the setting, press the i button again. The scene menu appears. I 1 PORTRAIT Suitable for shooting
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    both the main subject and background at night. Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. • The flash fires in the red-eye reduction mode. g "Flash shooting" (P. 50) 6 CHILDLEN Since AF is performed continuously, you can take pictures of children at play without blurring
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    shadows. Selecting the right mode for shooting conditions 10 MACRO The camera closes the aperture and focuses across a wider range in the forward you to shoot close-up pictures (macro shooting). • If you use the flash, shadows may be noticeable and the correct exposure may not be achieved. & 11
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    ( 13 FIREWORKS Suitable for shooting fireworks. • Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera. • The flash cannot be used. • AF is not possible. Use manual focus (MF). @ 14 DOCUMENTS Suitable for shooting documents, etc. Increases contrast between letters and background. • The
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    mode is useful if you do not necessarily want to use the flash. You can also perform program shift as needed to change the shutter speed and aperture value that have been set automatically by the camera are displayed on the viewfinder. Halfway down Shutter speed Aperture value Viewfinder
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    the camera is programed so that the aperture value and shutter speed are selected automatically according to the subject brightness as shown below. When using the ED 50mm f2 MACRO lens (e.g. you are using a flash. Viewfinder Shutter Aperture value speed AF confirmation mark Exposure mode 40
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    the optimum shutter speed automatically for the aperture value you have selected. When you open the aperture (decrease the aperture value), the camera will focus within a shorter range (shallow depth of field) and produce a picture with a blurred background. Conversely, when you close the aperture
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    • The shutter speed that has been set automatically by the camera is displayed on the viewfinder. Shutter speed 3 Viewfinder Aperture ). 4 Press the shutter button all the way. All the way down  TIPS The shutter speed indication does not stop blinking after the aperture value is changed.
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    Advanced shooting modes S : Shutter priority shooting The camera sets the optimum aperture value automatically for the shutter speed you have selected. Set the shutter speed depending on the type of effect you want: a
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    value at the moment when its indication blinks varies depending on the lens type and focal length of the lens. 4 Press the shutter button all the way. All the way down  TIPS The picture looks blurred. J The possibility of camera shake spoiling your picture increases greatly during macro or ultra
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    modes M : Manual shooting You can set both aperture value and shutter speed manually, while referring to the control dial. • The range of aperture values available depends on the lens type. • The shutter speed can be set to 1/4000 60"(sec.) camera. Faster shutter speed Exposure level indicator 45
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    shooting can also be done using the optional remote control (RM-1). g "Bulb shooting on the remote control" (P. 67)  TIPS The picture looks blurred. J The possibility of camera shake spoiling your picture increases greatly when you take a picture at slow shutter speed. Use a monopod or tripod to
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    Preview function If you press the V (One-touch WB) button, the viewfinder shows the actual depth of field (the distance from the nearest to the furthest point of perceived "sharp" focus) in a picture, with the selected aperture value. Assign preview function to the V button beforehand. g "V button
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    from what would be obtained when less precise settings are used. In shooting modes such as AUTO, PORTRAIT, and NIGHT+PORTRAIT, the built-in flash will automatically pop up in low light or backlight conditions. With Drive mode, you can take several pictures of the same scene in sequence with
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    and cannot change and retake the shot several times. This camera is capable of the following types of auto bracketing: Auto bracketing at different focusing points. P. 74 4 Flash bracketing Shoots multiple frames, changing the amount of light emitted by the flash for each shot. P. 57 * The
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    the bright light and minimizes the red-eye phenomenon. The subject's eyes appear red. Notes • After the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Hold the camera firmly to avoid camera movement. • Effectiveness may be limited if the subject is not looking directly at pre
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    flash always fires. Slow synchronization #SLOW2 2nd curtain flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash flash fires 2nd curtain flash fires Shutter closes Shutter fully opens Fill-in flash # ÅT@ he flash light). Notes • When the flash fires, the shutter speed is set
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    of light can be selected in the flash mode setting. To shoot with manual flash, set the f value on the lens based on the distance to the subject. Ratio of amount of light FULL (1/1) 1/4 1/16 1/64 GN: Guide number 13 6 3 1.5 Calculate the f value on the lens using the following formula. Aperture
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    64 Manual flash (1/16) Manual flash (1/64) 1st curtain # H Fill-in flash Fill-in flash (red-eye reduction) Always fires $ Flash off - - - S # SLOW2 Fill-in flash/ Slow synchronization/ 2nd curtain M (2nd curtain) #FULL #1/4 #1/16 Manual flash (FULL) Manual flash (1/4) Manual flash
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    Setting the flash mode 1i Flash mode i Various shooting functions 2 Use the control dial to set. 4 g "Flash modes available in different exposure mode" (P. 53) 3 Press the i button. • You can also set the flash with the # (flash) switch. You can set the finder when you use the # (flash) switch
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    28 mm on a 35 mm film camera), the light emitted by the flash may produce a vignette effect. Whether or not this occurs depends on lens type and shooting conditions (such as distance to the subject). 1 Set the power switch to ON. Press the # (flash) switch to raise the flash. • When you use any of
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    control dial to set the value. Notes • This does not work when the flash control mode on the electronic flash is set to MANUAL. • If light emission is adjusted on the electronic flash, it will be combined with the camera's light emission setting. • When [w+F] on the menu are set to [ON], they are
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    it to the camera's hot shoe. For details, refer to the external flash's manual. Functions available with external flash units Optional flash FL-50 FL-36 FL-20 RF-11 TF-22 Flash control mode TTL AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL, FP TTL AUTO, FP MANUAL TTL AUTO, AUTO, MANUAL GN (Guide number) (ISO100) GN
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    the illustration. • Keep the shoe cover in a safe place to avoid losing it, and put it back on the camera after flash 4 shooting. 2 Attach the electronic flash to the hot shoe on the camera. • If the lock pin is protruding, turn the shoe lock ring as far as it will go in the direction
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    is recommended for normal use. 6 Press the shutter button halfway. • Shooting information such as ISO sensitivity, aperture value, and shutter speed is communicated between the camera and flash. • # lights up in the viewfinder. # blinks: # lights up: 7 Press the shutter button all the way
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    blurred images. 3 Turn on the flash. • Be sure to turn on the flash after attaching the flash unit to the camera. 4 Set the ISO value and aperture value on the camera to match the flash control mode on the flash. • Refer to the flash's manual for instructions on how to set its flash control mode. 60
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    in the manual mode. 3) Use a flash with an illumination angle that matches the focal length of the lens. The focal length of the lens for 35 mm film is approximately twice as long as the focal length of the lenses designed for this camera. 4) Do not use a flash unit or other accessory TTL flash that
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    Drive mode i Menu [ ] [Y/
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    Self-timer shooting Y This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. You can set the camera to trigger the shutter after either 12 or 2 seconds. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting. Setting self-timer 1 Press the
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    is taken. • To cancel the activated self-timer, press the
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    control shooting < By using the optional remote control (RM-1), you can take a picture with yourself in it or a night scene without touching the camera. The camera can be set to trigger the shutter either right away or 2 seconds after the shutter button on the remote control is pressed. Bulb
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    Remote control receiver Various shooting functions Transmitted signal effective area Point the remote control at the remote control receiver of the camera within the effective area as shown below. Powerful lighting such as direct sunlight, fluorescent light or devices emitting electrical or radio
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    remote control is too far from the camera. Move the remote control closer to the camera and press the shutter button on the remote control again. J There is signal interference. Change the channel as described in the remote control's instruction manual. 4 To cancel the remote control shooting
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    functions This camera is equipped with an auto focus function that lets you focus quickly, easily, and automatically. You can also choose from a variety of other focus modes - including AF frame selection and C-AF - to suit different subjects and shooting conditions. Naturally, manual focusing is
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    AF frame selection Normally, the camera measures the distance to the subject using the 3 AF frames in the viewfinder and selects the most appropriate point. This function allows you to select
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    mode AF Three focus modes are available with this camera: S-AF (single AF), C-AF (continuous AF) and MF (manual focus). 1 Press the AF (focus mode) button "Simultaneous use of C-AF mode and MF mode (C-AF+MF)" (P. 72) 5 "Manual focus (MF)" (P. 73) Viewfinder AF button : S-AF : C-AF : MF
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    mode Viewfinder 5 AF confirmation mark Focusing functions Simultaneous use of S-AF mode and MF mode (S-AF+MF) This function allows you to fine-adjust focus manually by turning the focus ring after AF is performed in the S-AF mode. MF can be done when the shutter button is not pressed. 1 Press
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    AF frame does not light up, even when the subject is in focus. • The camera repeats focusing. Even if the subject moves or even if you change the composition of and MF mode (C-AF+MF) This function allows you to fine-adjust focus manually by turning the focus ring and then AF is performed in the C-AF
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    to suit your preference for how the lens adjusts to the focusing point. g "Focus ring" (P. 129) Focus aid When you focus the lens on a subject manually (by turning the focus ring), the AF confirmation mark lights. When 3 AF frames are selected, the camera performs focusing in the center AF frame
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    the shutter button is pressed all the way, the camera shoots frames sequentially; the frame with the manually set focal point, the frame with the focal focal point shifted back or forward from the manually set focal point may differ depending on the lens and shooting conditions. • If the subject is
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    2 Use to select [ON] or [OFF]. 3 Press the i button. Shutter release priority 5 Focusing functions Normally, this camera does not release the shutter while the AF is operating or the flash is charging. If you want to release the shutter without waiting until these operations have completed, use
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    if you want to shoot atmospheric pictures indoors, or if your subject would strongly reflect the flash light, shooting without the flash would typically result in a blurred or dark picture. To overcome this problem, try adjusting the ISO setting; use a lower ISO value with normal light, and a higher
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    mode for the shooting conditions. 1 Press the (metering) button. 2 Use the control dial to set. / 4 / n / n HI / n SH Viewfinder : Digital ESP metering : Center weighted averaging metering : Spot metering : Spot metering highlight control : Spot metering shadow control button 6 Exposure, image
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    mode - Changing the metering system Digital ESP metering The camera measures the light levels and calculates to affect the exposure value. 6 Metering area Exposure, image and color n Spot metering The camera meters a very small area around the center of the subject, defined by the spot metering
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    Exposure compensation - Varying the image brightness F In some situations, you may get better results if you manually compensate (adjust) the exposure value set automatically by the camera. In many cases, bright subjects (such as snow) will turn out darker than their natural colors. Adjusting toward
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    Exposure compensation - Varying the image brightness How to read the exposure compensation indicator Control panel screen Exposure compensation indicator Exposure compensation indicator with 1/3EV selected 6 Exposure compensation indicator with 1/2EV selected 1/3EV Exposure, image and color 1/
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    and AE (automatic exposure), but you can lock the exposure alone by pressing the [ button. When you lock the exposure, the metering mode (digital ESP metering, center weighted averaging metering or spot metering) selected in the menu is automatically applied. g "AEL metering" (P. 123) Press the AEL
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    ISO - Setting the desired sensitivity to light The higher the ISO value, the greater the camera's light sensitivity and the better its ability to shoot in low light conditions. However, higher values may give pictures a grainy appearance. 1 Press the ISO button.
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    0EV CANCEL MENU SELECT GO Viewfinder EV step Sequential shooting Hold down the shutter button until the selected number of frames are taken. The camera shoots each frame at a different exposure. • Release the shutter button to stop auto bracketing shooting. When it is stopped, BKT is shown in blue
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    : Shutter speed S mode : Aperture value M mode : Shutter speed  TIPS To apply AE bracketing to the exposure value you have compensated: J Compensate Notes • During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you
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    for each. With a digital camera, white color can be adjusted to reproduce more natural white with a digital processor. This mechanism is case, use preset WB or one-touch WB to achieve the correct white balance. Preset white balance Seven different color temperatures are programmed on this camera
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    , 4500K and 6600K preset settings in this camera are correlated color temperatures, and should not be considered strictly as color temperatures. Use these settings for shooting conditions under fluorescent lights. 6  TIPS White balance with a flash: J Auto WB is recommended when taking pictures
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    day, or to capture the reds in a sunset or the colors in a fireworks display For shooting outdoors on a cloudy day (when using the flash) For shooting outdoors in the shadows on a clear day For shooting under a tungsten light For shooting under white fluorescent lighting For shooting under a neutral
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    Control panel setting procedure Menu setting procedure i WB i Menu [ ] [WB] Setting  TIPS When subjects with no white appear white in the image: 6 J In the auto WB will not be correctly determined. In such a case, try preset WB or one-touch WB settings. Exposure, image and color 88
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    White balance - Adjusting the color tone Setting the custom white balance 1 Press the WB (white balance) button. 2 Use the control dial to select the custom white balance. 3 While holding down the F (exposure compensation) button, rotate the control dial until the desired setting is displayed. •
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    The white balance is registered. • The registered white balance will be stored in the camera as a preset WB setting. Turning the power off does not erase the data. V button Viewfinder Exposure, image and color  TIPS After pressing the shutter button, [WB NG RETRY] is displayed. J When there is
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    can be adjusted in 7 increments in each direction (R, B, G and M). 4 Press the i button. • Your adjustment is saved.  TIPS Checking the white balance you have adjusted: J After performing step 3, point the camera at the subject to take test shots. When the [ button is pressed, sample images that
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    balance you have adjusted: J Adjust white balance manually, then use the WB bracketing feature. WB bracketing is applied to your white balance adjustment. Notes • During WB bracketing, the camera cannot shoot in sequence if there is not enough memory in the camera and card for storing more than the
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    Picture mode You can select image tone to create unique image effects. You can also fineadjust image parameters such as contrast and sharpness for each mode. 1 Menu [ ] [PICTURE MODE] 2 Use to select the picture effect mode. [VIVID] Produces vivid colors. [NATURAL] Produces natural colors. [
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    color Shading compensation In some cases, the edges of the image may be shadowed due to the properties of the lens. The shading compensation function the dark edge of the image. This function is especially useful when a wide-angle lens is used. 1 Menu [ ] [SHADING COMP.] 2 Use to select [OFF
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    . When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are slower and noise tends to appear in images. When [NOISE REDUCTION] is set to [ON], the camera automatically reduces noise to produce clearer images. However, shooting time is approximately twice as long as usual. Exposure, image and color OFF ON
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    Adobe Photoshop 1 Menu [ ] [COLOR SPACE] 2 Use to select [sRGB] or [Adobe RGB]. 3 Press the i button. 6 Exposure, image and color Anti-shock This diminishes camera shake caused by vibrations when the mirror moves. You can select the interval from the time the mirror is raised until the shutter
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    't turned out the way you want, you can erase it and try again. With a film camera, on the other hand, you won't know if there is a problem with the picture until you get the film developed. Because a digital camera lets you erase those unwanted images, you can keep more memory free to store images
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    after about 1 minute if no operations are performed. If no operations are done after that, the camera turns off automatically (the factory default setting is four hours). Turn on the camera again. The last recorded image appears. q button 7 2 Use to select images you want to view. a Displays
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    Close-up playback This function lets you enlarge images displayed on the monitor. This is useful when you want to check the details in an image. 1 Each time you rotate the control dial toward U, the image is enlarged in steps of 2x - 14x. • Rotating the control dial toward G restores the previous
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    Light box display You can view multiple images simultaneously during close-up (g P. 99). This is useful if you want to check images you recorded using bracketing. 1 Press the V (one-touch WB) button during single-frame playback. The image is enlarged by 10 times and displayed within a frame. •
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    Index display G This function lets you show several images on the monitor at the same time. This is useful when you want to quickly search a number of pictures to find a particular image. 1 Each time you rotate the control dial toward G , the number of images shown changes from 4 to 9 to 16 to 25
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    Calendar display With the calendar, you can display images recorded on the card by date. If more than one image was taken on a single date, the image shot first on that date is displayed. 1 During index display (g P. 101), rotate the control dial toward G until the calendar screen is displayed.
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    Information display This allows you to display detailed information about the image. Luminance information can also be displayed with histogram and highlight graphs. INFO INFO button 1 Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired information is displayed. • This setting is stored and will
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    Information display Information 1 Frame number, print reservation, protect, record mode, number of pixels and file number. Information 2 Frame number, print reservation, protect, record mode, compression, date and time and file number. 7 Histogram Playback Shows you the distribution of
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    Highlight display The overexposed (highlighted) parts of the recorded image blink. Record mode is also displayed. Information display Shadow display The underexposed (shadowed) parts of the recorded image blink. Record mode is also displayed. Overexposure 7 Playback Underexposure Overall
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    start the slideshow. 4 Press the i button to stop the 7 slideshow. When selecting Playback Notes • If the slideshow is left running for about 30 minutes, the camera will turn off automatically. 106
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    This function lets you rotate images and display them vertically on the monitor. This is useful for viewing pictures that were taken with the camera held vertically. Menu [q] [y] [ON] • When it is set to ON, images that were taken vertically are automatically rotated and played back. You can also
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    mode, refer to the TV's instruction manual. 3 Turn the camera on and press the q (playback) button. q button Multi-connector Video cable 7 Video input terminal Playback Notes • To connect the camera to a TV, use the provided video cable. • Make sure that the camera's video output signal type is
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    when editing, change the current camera settings beforehand. Editing images recorded in JPEG/TIFF data format [BLACK & WHITE] Creates black and white images. [SEPIA] Creates sepia-toned images. 7 [REDEYE FIX] Reduces red-eye phenomenon during flash shooting. [SATURATION] [Q] Sets the color
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    Playback SEPIA REDEYE FIX RAW data edit g P. 111 g P. 111 When editing RAW image RAW editing is based on the camera's current settings. Change the camera settings according to your purpose before performing this operation. SATURATION Q g P. 111 g P. 112 1 Use ac to select [YES]. 2 Press the
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    Editing still images SEPIA 1 Use ac to select [SEPIA]. Press the i button. 2 Use ac to select [YES]. Press the i button. • To edit another image, use bd to select the desired image. • To complete editing, press the MENU button. REDEYE FIX 1 Use ac to select [REDEYE FIX]. Press the i button. 2
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    edit another image, use bd to select the desired image. • To complete editing, press the MENU button. Notes • Resizing is not possible in the following cases: When an image is recorded in RAW, when an image is processed on a PC, when there is not enough space in the card memory, when
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    Copying images This function lets you copy images to and from the xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash or Microdrive. This menu can be selected if both cards are inserted. The selected card is the copying source. Copying all the frames 1 Menu [q] [COPY ALL] 2 Press the d button. 3 Use ac to select [YES
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    Protecting images - Preventing accidental erasure 0 Protect images you do not want to erase. Protected images cannot be erased by the selected frame/all-frame erase function. 1 Play back the image you want to protect. g P. 98 2 Press the AEL/AFL/0 (protect) button. • 9 is displayed on the screen.
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    -frame erase S 1 Play back the image you want to erase. 2 Press the S (erase) button. 3 Use ac to select [YES]. Press the i button.  TIPS 7 S button Playback To erase immediately: J If you have set [QUICK ERASE] (g P. 130) to ON, pressing the S button will erase an image immediately. All
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    Erasing images 3 Use ac to select [YES]. Press the i button. • All frames will be erased. Erasing selected frames You can select multiple images and erase them all at once with single-frame playback or index display. 1 Display the image you want to erase and then press the i button. • The
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    8 Customizing the settings/ functions of your camera Thanks to digital technology you can effortlessly customize many of your cameraís functions. For example, you can call up your favorite functions at the touch of a button, adjust EV step values, or easily call up the functions
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    When the power is turned on, you can reset the camera to [RESET 1] or [RESET 2] setting or restore the factory default settings. 1 Menu [ ] [CUSTOM RESET SETTING] 2 Use to set. [RESET] Resets to the factory default settings. [RESET 1]/[RESET 2] Resets to the registered settings. 3 Press the
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    AE BKT WB BKT FL BKT MF BKT ANTI-SHOCK Playback mode ISO STEP ISO BOOST ISO LIMIT EV STEP ALL> HQ SQ MANUAL FLASH w+F #X-SYNC AUTO POP UP DIAL AEL/AFL AEL/AFL MEMO Factory default setting Custom reset setting registration My Mode registration VIVID NORMAL HQ ±0 OFF AUTO AUTO ESP Auto
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    ON RESET LENS RELEASE camera REC VIEW OFF - SLEEP 1 MIN - 4h TIMER BUTTON TIMER SCREEN 4h 3 SEC OFF - - - - - - CTL PANEL COLOR PRIORITY SET COLOR1 NO - - - USB MODE COLOR SPACE AUTO sRGB - - - SHADING COMP. OFF PIXEL MAPPING - CLEANING MODE - - - - - FIRMWARE
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    some subject and then change the composition of the photo. • When you want to set the exposure by metering an area different from where the camera is focused. Select the function of the button to match the operation when the shutter button is pressed. 1 Menu [ ] [AEL/AFL] 2 Use to select the
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    -press Full press When holding down AEL Focus Exposure Focus Exposure Focus Exposure - Locked - - - Locked - - - Locked - Locked - Locked - - S-AF - Customizing the settings/functions of your camera 122
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    AEL metering Set the metering mode before using the [ button to lock the exposure. This allows the camera to automatically apply the selected metering mode when the AE lock function is used (g P. 81). 1 Menu [ ] [AEL METERING] 2 Use to set. [AUTO] / [4] / [5] / [5 HI] / [5 SH] 8 3 Press
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    with the ISO limiter. 1 Menu [ ] [ISO LIMIT] 2 Use to set. [OFF] / [100] / [200] / [400] / [800] 3 Press the i button. 124 Customizing the settings/functions of your camera
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    ) • You can check the white balance you have adjusted. If you select [ALL RESET] 1) Use ac to select [YES]. 8 5 Press the i button. Manual flash This allows the built-in flash to output a fixed amount of light. With [MANUAL FLASH] set to [ON], you can set the amount of light (FULL, 1/4, 1/16, or
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    set the shutter speed that will be used when the built-in flash fires. The speed can be set from 1/60 to 1/180 in For details on the synchronization speed of commercially available flashes, refer to their manuals. Auto flash popup You can set the internal flash to not pop up automatically. 8 1 Menu [
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    holding down the F (exposure compensation) button : Exposure compensation setting M Manual shooting Rotating the control dial : Shutter speed setting Rotating the control dial while SHUTTER] Shutter speed setting 3 Press the i button. Customizing the settings/functions of your camera 127
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    MODE] While holding down the V button, you can take pictures using the camera settings registered in the [MY MODE SETUP] (g See below). [PREVIEW] settings have already been registered, [SET] is displayed next to the corresponding reset option. 3 Use to select [SET]. • The current setting is displayed
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    infinity) when the power is turned off. 1 Menu [ ] [RESET LENS] 2 Use ac to select [ON] or [OFF]. 3 Press the i button. Focus ring This allows you to customize how the lens adjusts to the focal point by selecting the rotational direction of the focus ring. 1 Menu [ ] [FOCUS RING] 2 Use ac to select
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    images or erasing selected images, both RAW and JPEG are erased at the same time regardless of the settings. Customizing the settings/functions of your camera 130
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    are assigned as shown in the illustration below. Customizing the settings/functions of your camera 1 Menu [ ] [FILE NAME] 2 Use to set. [AUTO] Even start at the number following the highest number on the previous card. [RESET] When a new card is inserted, folder numbers start at 100 and
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    ] Selects the number of seconds to display each picture. Can be set in units of 1 second. 3 Press the i button. Customizing the settings/functions of your camera 132
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    timer After a specified period of time elapses with no operations being performed, the camera enters the sleep mode (stand-by) to save battery power. SLEEP lets you select sleep timer. [OFF] cancels the sleep mode. The camera activates again as soon as you touch any button (the shutter button, arrow
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    be displayed every time you connect the cable to a computer or printer. [STORAGE] Allows USB connection to a PC and transfer of data to the PC. Also, select to use the OLYMPUS master software via PC connection. [CONTROL] Allows you to control the camera from a PC using the optional [< EASY
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    • You can add another language to your camera with the provided OLYMPUS Master CANCEL MENU SELECT GO software. For details, refer to Help. Selecting the camera to a TV and play back images in a foreign country. Make sure the correct video signal type is selected before connecting the video cable
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    screen will remain until you press the button again. 3 Press the i button. Auto power off You can set the camera to turn off automatically after four hours if no operations are done. 8 To operate the camera continuously without the power turning off, set it to [OFF] if you want to operate the
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    the control panel. 1 Menu [ ] [CTL PANEL COLOR] 2 Use ac to select [COLOR1] or [COLOR2]. 3 Press the i button. 8 Firmware When you make inquiries about your camera or accessories or when you want to download software, you will need to inform which version of each the products you are using. 1 Menu
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    setting. • To return to the previous setting, press b. • The first two digits of the year are fixed. 4 Repeat this procedure until the date and time camera is left without the battery for approximately 1 day. The settings will be canceled more quickly if the battery was only loaded in the camera
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    One method is to connect your digital camera to an exclusive printer and print out recorded pictures directly from the camera. The other is to transfer images to a computer and print them on a printer connected to the computer. Printing at a photo lab that supports
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    the card. DPOF is a standard format used to record automatic print information from digital cameras. You can print out pictures automatically, at home or in a photo lab, using a PC. For more details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. A PC card adapter may also be necessary depending on the
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    print reservation modes available: single-frame reservation < or all-frame reservation U. Do the following settings on the menu. Menu [q] [
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    card will not be printed. If print reservation data is already stored on the card The RESET/KEEP selection screen appears, giving you the choice of resetting the data or keeping it. g "Resetting print reservation" (P. 143) Selecting pictures you want to print Lets you apply print reservation to
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    for all pictures. 9 3 Press the i button. Printing • If print reservation data is already stored on the card, the RESET/KEEP selection screen appears, giving you the choice of resetting the data or keeping it. 4 Do the following steps depending on the print reservation mode you have selected
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    setting is applied to all frames with print reservation data. 5) Use ac to select [SET], then press i. • The setting is saved. • The q menu is restored. 9 Resetting the print reservation data for all pictures 1) When the screen on the right appears in step 3 on page 143, select
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    manufacturer. Printer accessories For details on printing paper types, ink cassettes, etc., refer to the printer's instruction manual. 9 Notes Printing • Keep an eye on the battery remaining power. If you use the battery, make sure that it is fully charged. If the camera stops operating
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    on how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer's instruction manual. 2 Plug the USB cable into the camera's multi-connector and turn the camera on. • The selection screen for the USB connection is displayed. Multi-connector Printing 9 3 Use to select [< EASY
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    and the printer with the USB cable. g "Connecting the camera to a printer" (P. 146) • The [EASY PRINT START] screen is displayed. 2 Press the (print) button. Flowchart for custom printing Direct printing (PictBridge) Select the print mode. Follow the operation guide displayed here. g P. 148
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    and settings The available print modes and settings such as paper size vary depending on the type of printer. For details, refer to the printer's instructions. 9 Printing 148
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    . If only the printer's [< STANDARD] setting is available, you cannot change the setting. [SIZE] [BORDERLESS] Sets the paper size that the printer supports. Selects whether the picture is printed on the entire page or inside a blank frame. [PICS/SHEET] Selects the number of pictures per sheet
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    picture. Printing Print when you have set the pictures for printing and printing data. [OK] [CANCEL] 9 Transfers images you print to the printer. Resets the settings. All print reservation data will be lost. If you want to keep the print reservation data and make other settings, press b. This
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    see the following table. For more details on solutions, refer to the printer's instruction manual. If other codes are displayed, refer to "Error codes" (P. 168). Monitor indication NO CONNECTION Possible cause The camera is not connected to the printer correctly. Corrective action Disconnect the
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    a computer Transferring images to your computer is a great way to make the most of the potential of digital imaging. Not only can you print the images of your choice, you can also use image processing software to organize, edit, and manipulate images. There are so many things you can do. Sort images
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    Master software. Installing OLYMPUS Master g P. 155 Connecting the camera to the computer using the provided USB cable g P. 159 Starting OLYMPUS Master g P. 161 Saving images in the computer g P. 162 Disconnecting the camera from the computer g P. 163 Notes • Keep an eye on the battery
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    the provided OLYMPUS Master software Install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM to edit and manage images on your computer. What is OLYMPUS Master? OLYMPUS Master is an image management program with viewing and editing features for pictures taken with your digital camera. Once
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    recommended) 300 MB or more USB port 1024 x 768 pixel or more, minimum 65,536 colors Notes • Only pre-installed operating systems are supported. • To install OLYMPUS Master on a computer running Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP, login as a user with administrator privileges. • QuickTime 6 or
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    will not run. In this case, go to step 4. 10 3 Click the [Next] button, then follow the on-screen prompts to continue installing the program. • When the software license agreement window appears, read the license agreement text, then click [Agree]. • The OLYMPUS Master installation window appears
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    click [Yes] to continue installation. • A confirmation window appears, asking you if you want to install Adobe Reader. To view the OLYMPUS Master software user's guide, Adobe Reader must be installed. If Acrobat Reader is preinstalled on your computer, the confirmation window will not appear. 5 If
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    folder. 3 Double-click the [Installer] icon. • Follow the on-screen prompts to continue installing the program. OLYMPUS Master Installer will automatically launch. • When the software license agreement window appears, read the license agreement text, then click [Continue] and [Agree]. • A window
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    Connect the camera to your computer with the provided USB cable. 1 Insert the marked end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer. • The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer. For details, refer to your computer's manual. 2 Insert the provided USB cable into
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    application for Mac OS. When you connect your Olympus digital camera for the first time, iPhoto will start up automatically. Close iPhoto and start OLYMPUS Master. Notes • When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional. 10 160 Transferring images to
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    box appears, prompting you for User Information. Enter your name and the OLYMPUS Master serial number that is printed on the affixed label, then select your region. Transferring images to a computer 1 [Transfer Images] button Transfers images from the camera
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    camera on your computer. 1 Click (Transfer Images) in the OLYMPUS Master main menu. • The selection menu for the folders containing the files to be copied appears. 2 Click (From Camera returns to the main menu. • Never open the camera's battery/card compartment cover while the card access lamp is
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    from your computer After downloading images from the camera to your computer, you can disconnect the camera from your computer. 1 Make sure that the card access lamp has stopped blinking. 2 Do the following steps depending on your computer's operating system. Windows 98SE 1)
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    " icon on the desktop is dragged. Drag and drop it on the eject icon. 3 Unplug the USB cable from the camera. Notes • For Windows Me/2000/XP users: When you click [Unplug or Eject Hardware], a warning message may be displayed. In such case, make sure that no image data is being downloaded from the
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    print menus include menus such as [Photo], [Index], [Postcard], [Calendar] etc. The examples in the instructions below are taken from the [Photo] menu. 1 Click (Print Images at Home) in the OLYMPUS Master main menu. • The print menu appears. 2 Click (Photo). • The photo print window appears. 3 Click
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    images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master Your camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to the computer with the provided USB cable. This can be done even without using OLYMPUS Master. The following operating systems are
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    11 Appendix The appendix will assist in solving most problems you may encounter. Solutions to error messages, operational problems, blurry pictures, camera storage, basic terminology and more can easily be found in this section.
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    problem persists, format the card. If the card cannot be formatted, it cannot be used. Writing to the card is prohibited. WRITE PROTECT The card has been set to read-only setting with the computer. Reset be displayed for playback software to view the picture on due to a problem with this a PC.
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    problems Viewfinder Monitor indications indications Possible cause The card is not formatted. No indication CARD ERROR The battery is drained. BATTERY EMPTY Corrective action Format the card. Charge the battery. Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action Ref. Page The camera
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    was left for a long period with the battery removed. If the camera is left for a long period with the battery removed, the stored date/time setting will be canceled. Set the date/time again. P. 138 * Condensation: When it is cold outside, the water vapor in the air is rapidly cooled and turns
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    [AF ILLUMINATOR] to [ON] in the menu and P. 75 raise the flash. There is condensation* in Turn off the camera's power and wait until the - the lens or viewfinder. camera is dry. The picture is blurred. A subject unsuited to AF Use manual focus or focus lock to focus on the was taken. subject
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    problems , use a commercially available ND filter compatible with the lens. P. 82 A low aperture value is set Increase P. 50 and was backlit. the flash. P. 77 There was something bright in , brightly lit that supports JPEG (Paint Shop Pro manual for the graphics application you are using. 172
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    was not successfully installed. Install the OLYMPUS Master. P. 155 The camera is in the [CONTROL] mode. Set [USB MODE] to [AUTO] or [STORAGE]. When [AUTO] is set, the selection screen for USB connection is displayed every time you connect the USB cable to the camera. P. 134 11 Appendix 173
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    blower. If high-pressure gas is sprayed onto the lens, mirror, or focusing screen by non-authorized service persons, the camera will be damaged. „ Storage • When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery and card. Store the camera in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated
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    in the picture. If this happens, contact your Olympus Authorized Service Center to have the CCD physically cleaned. The CCD is a precision device and is easily damaged. When cleaning the CCD yourself, be sure to follow the instructions below. If a battery is used and power runs out during cleaning
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    maintenance Pixel mapping - Checking the image processing functions The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is not necessary to operate this function frequently. Approximately once a year is recommended. After
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    flash pop up when shooting in low-light conditions. CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) This converts light passing through the lens into electrical signals. On this camera of the image area does not vary greatly. See also digital ESP metering and spot metering. Color space A model that describes colors
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    in each area. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can easily have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format. 178 Appendix
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    the lens (aperture camera are recorded onto the card in JPEG format when the Record mode is set to SHQ, HQ, SQ. By downloading these images to a personal computer, users can edit them using graphics application software or view the images using an Internet web browser. M (Manual) Mode The user
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    into the pentaprism, where focus is adjusted, then through the viewfinder lens. Pictures are taken by framing the composition and adjusting the focus in the viewfinder lens. Sleep Mode A mode designed to save battery life. The camera automatically enters the sleep mode if you do not operate it for
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    and stage performers. See also digital ESP metering and center weighted software programs for scanners and graphics applications. Non-compressed image data are stored in this format with this camera camera determines if the image is focused by the detected phase contrast. TTL (Through-The-Lens
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    already described in Chapters 1 through 11. You can refer to the names of the camera's buttons and parts, the names and meanings of the icons displayed on the monitor, and the menu lists as necessary. Use the index when you
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    Menu directory Shooting Menu Tab Function Setting CARD SETUP ALL ERASE / FORMAT CUSTOM RESET SETTING PICTURE MODE RESET RESET1 SET / RESET RESET2 SET / RESET VIVID / NATURAL / MUTED / MONOTONE / SEPIA GRADATION D F HIGH KEY / NORMAL / LOW KEY HQ / SQ / RAW+SHQ / RAW+HQ / RAW+SQ / RAW /
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    Menu directory Tab Function Setting Ref. Page FLASH MODE w Y/
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    RESET YES / NO HQ 1/4 / 1/8 / 1/12 P. 30 3200×2400 / 2560×1920 / PIXEL COUNT 1600×1200 / 1280×960 / SQ 1024×768 / 640×480 P. 30 COMPRESSION 1/2.7 / 1/4 / 1/8 / 1/12 MANUAL FLASH RING / P. 129 AF ILLUMINATOR OFF / ON P. 75 RESET LENS OFF / ON P. 129 RELEASE PRIORITY S OFF / ON
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    NAME EDIT FILENAME s W VIDEO OUT 8 AUTO / RESET sRGB AdobeRGB OFF Lo -7 - 0 - Hi 133 4h TIMER BUTTON TIMER SCREEN CTL PANEL COLOR PRIORITY SET USB MODE COLOR SPACE SHADING COMP. OFF / 4h 3 SEC FIRMWARE P. 137 Factory default setting *1 Settings differ depending on the region where the camera
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    mode AUTO Function P A S M i l & j / Aperture value -- - Shutter speed --- Bulb shooting F K - - - Flash shooting AUTO - Flash mode ! !SLOW #SLOW H #SLOW2 # $ - - - - - - *1 CUSTOM RESET SETTING - PICTURE MODE GRADATION NOISE REDUCTION WB WB Compensation ISO
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    ISO STEP ISO BOOST ISO LIMIT EV STEP ALL > HQ SQ MANUAL FLASH w+F #X-SYNC AUTO POP UP DIAL AEL/AFL AEL/AFL MEMO AEL METERING QUICK ERASE RAW+JPEG ERASE V FUNCTION MY MODE SETUP FOCOUS RING AF ILLUMINATOR RESET LENS RELEASE PRIORITY S RELEASE PRIORITY C X CF / xD FILE NAME EDIT
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    Available functions by shooting mode AUTO Function P A S M i l & j / 4h TIMER BUTTON TIMER SCREEN CTL PANEL COLOR PRIORITY SET USB MODE COLOR SPACE - SHADING COMP. - PIXEL MAPPING CLEANING MODE : Available - : Not available Information 12 189
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    Names of parts Camera Viewfinder Diopter adjustment dial #(Flash) switch g P. 55 AEL/AFL button g P. 81 0 (Protect) button g P. 114
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    receiver g P. 66 Lens attachment mark Flash g P. 55 Mirror Lens release button Lens lock pin Mount (Attach the lens after removing the body cap from the camera to prevent dust and dirt from entering the camera body.) Battery compartment lock 12 Information Battery compartment cover Tripod
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    1 AF frame 2 Aperture value 3 Shutter speed 4 AF confirmation mark ( 5 Flash 6 White balance 7 AE lock Exposure compensation value indication 8 (appears during exposure compensation) 9 Metering mode , 4, 5 10 Battery check 11 Exposure mode (blinks) P, %, A, S, M Ref. page P. 69 P. 41
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    . Items 18 19 20 21 Overall information Indication examples Ref. page 1 Battery check , - 2 Card xD, CF P. 26 3 Print reservation Number 100, ISO 200, ISO 400 , 4, 5, 5HI, 5SH P. 82 P. 77 17 Flash intensity control +0.5 P. 56 18 White balance WB : AUTO P. 87 19 Picture mode
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    20 21 11 12 13 1415 16 17 Normal 22 13 16 Detailed 12 Information Items 1 Battery check 2 Shutter speed Exposure compensation indicator 3 Exposure level indicator Flash intensity level indicator 4 Aperture value 5 Exposure mode 6 Exposure compensation Date/Time 7 Auto bracketing Noise
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    reduction White balance 19 White balance compensation Flash mode Flash intensity control Metering mode Focus mode 20 AF frame Self-timer/Remote control/ Drive Auto bracketing AF illuminator Color space Sharpness 21 Contrast Saturation Gradation
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    lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lens system Lens : Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds System Lens Lens mount : Four Thirds mount Equivalent focal length on a 35 mm film camera : Computerized focal-plane shutter : 1/4000 - 60 sec Manual mode: Bulb (Limit: 8 min.) : TTL phase-contrast
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    : Synchronized with the camera at 1/180 sec. or less Flash control mode : TTL-AUTO (TTL pre-flash mode), AUTO, MANUAL External flash attachment: Hot shoe „ External connector USB connector/Multi-connector „ Power supply Battery : BLM-1 Li-ion Battery x1/CR123A lithium battery x3 (for use
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    on the camera kit. Although most accessories are optionally available, not all accessories are available in some areas. • BLM-1 Li-ion Battery / BCM-2 Li-ion Battery Charger • LBH-1 Lithium Battery Holder • ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm f3.5-5.6 ZUIKO DIGITAL 17.5-45mm
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    firmly to the battery charger. 2 Remove the protection cap and slide the battery into the charger as illustrated. -Terminal 3 Connect the other end of the power cord firmly to a power outlet. +Terminal Protection cap Charging indicator Li-ion battery 2 1 3 Power plug 13 Accessories 199
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    . * In any of the following cases, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and contact Olympus. • Charging has not finished after 10 hours. • The indicator blinks red even though the battery is inserted properly. Safety precautions This instruction manual uses a variety of common symbols and
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    in the instruction manual. z Do not use a power cord other than the one provided or one that is designated for use with this charger. z Always insert the power plug completely and firmly into the outlet socket. Do not use the charger when the power plug is not fully inserted. Accessories 13 201
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    Contact your nearest Olympus Service Center for repairs. z Keep the battery out of reach of children. To avoid electric shock or injury, children should not use the charger unless they are carefully supervised by a parent or guardian. CAUTION Accessories z Do not use the battery/charger with non
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    / BCM-2 Li-ion Battery Charger z If charging does not complete although 10 hours have elapsed after the specified charge time, stop charging to avoid fire, overheating or explosion. In this case, contact Olympus Service Center. z The battery gets hot after extended use in a camera. To prevent burns
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    is warm or hot, as is the case when it has recently been used, recharging may not be performed properly. For best results, wait until the battery temperature cools down before recharging it. „ Transport and storage • Do not leave the battery in the charger or camera. Even when the power switch is
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    Battery / BCM-2 Li-ion Battery Charger „ Overseas use • To use the charger Battery Model Number : PS-BLM1 Type : Rechargeable lithium ion battery Nominal output voltage : 7.2 V DC Nominal capacity : 1500mAh Charging/discharging count : Approx. 500 Battery Charger the BLM-1 battery) : 0°C to
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    illustration. Holder cover 4 Attach the holder cover to the battery holder as illustrated. 13 Accessories „ Available devices • E-500, E-1, E-300 Digital cameras • HLD-3 Power Battery Holder „ Safety precautions • Do not use the battery holder with non-specified equipment. • When using the LBH
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    : PS-LBH1 : Approx. 39 mm (W) x 55 mm (D) x 21.5 mm (H) (1.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") : Approx. 20 g (0.7 oz) (excluding case) * For the applicability of Olympus digital cameras, etc. to be released in the future, visit the Olympus website or contact Olympus customer support center. Accessories 13 207
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    ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses Safety precautions Do not view the sun through the lens. Do not point the camera lens at the sun. Sunlight will converge in the lens and focus inside the camera, possibly causing a malfunction or fire. Do not leave the lens without the cap. If solar light is
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    Do not hold the camera by the section of the lens extruded by the focusing operation. Lens cleaning tissue or soft cloth Mothballs Cap the lens when it is not used. Lens cleaning Moth repellents 13 Accessories If you experience any problems, contact your nearest Olympus Service Center. 209
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    lenses ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm f3.5-5.6 „ Main features • The 14-45mm is a lens with high imaging capability, designed exclusively for use with Olympus FOUR THIRDS single-lens-reflex digital cameras. • Standard zoom lens equivalent to a 28-90 mm zoom lens on a 35 mm film camera. • Zoom lens
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    „ Attaching the hood ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses „ Storing the hood Use the hood when shooting a backlit subject. Main Specifications Mount : Four Thirds Mount Focal distance : 14 - 45mm Max. aperture : f3.5 - 5.6 Image angle : 75° - 27° Lens configuration : 10 groups, 12
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    lenses ZUIKO DIGITAL 17.5-45mm f3.5-5.6 „ Main features • The 17.5-45mm is a lens with high imaging capability, designed exclusively for use with Olympus FOUR THIRDS single-lens-reflex digital cameras. • Standard zoom lens equivalent to a 35 90 mm zoom lens on a 35 mm film camera. • Zoom lens
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    ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lenses „ Nomenclature 1 Rear cap 2 Filter mount thread 3 Zoom ring 4 Focus ring 5 Mount index 6 Electrical contacts 7 Front cap 72 4 3 5 1 Hold down the exterior part of the filter mount thread when mounting the filter on 6 the lens. Main Specifications Mount
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    125 ANTI-SHOCK 96 Aperture priority shooting A 41 Auto bracketing 49 AUTO POP UP 126 Auto white balance 85 Auto-flash 50 Auto-focus 27 B Battery 199 Battery Charger 199 Battery Holder 206 BEACH & SNOW 38 BLACK & WHITE 110 214 Bulb shooting 46, 67 BUTTON TIMER 136 C C-AF 70 C-AF+MF
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    37 MANUAL FLASH 52 Manual shooting M 45 METERING 77 MF 70 MF BKT 74 MY MODE SETUP 128 N NIGHT SCENE 36 NIGHT+PORTRAIT 36 NOISE REDUCTION 95 NTSC 135 Number of pixels 29 O OLYMPUS flash 50 RELEASE PRIORITY C 75 RELEASE PRIORITY S 75 RESET LENS U USB MODE 134 V
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    support is available from 8 am to 10 pm (Monday to Friday) ET E-Mail: [email protected] Olympus software updates can be obtained at: http://www.olympus.com/digital +800 numbers. For all not listed European Countries and in case that you can't get connected to the above mentioned number
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Basic operations
Things to know before shooting
Selecting the right mode for
shooting conditions
Various shooting functions
Focusing functions
Exposure, image and color
Playback
Customizing the settings/functions
of your camera
Printing
Transferring images to a computer
Appendix
Information
Accessories
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.
This manual explains advanced techniques such as shooting and playback functions,
customizing functions or settings and transferring recorded images to a computer, etc.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before
taking important photographs.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the
development stages and may differ from the actual product.