Olympus FE-45 FE-45 Instruction Manual (English)

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    DIGITAL CAMERA FE-45/X-40 FE-35/X-30 Instruction Manual ● 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
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    Checking the contents of the box Strap Two AA batteries USB cable or Digital camera AV cable (FE-45/X-40) Video cable (FE-35/X-30) OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM Other accessories not shown: Instruction Manual (this manual), warranty card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location. microSD
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    This example describes how to use the menus to set the [POWER SAVE]. CAMERA MENU EXIT MENU SET OK Shooting mode top menu 2 Use klmn to select holding the E button displays an explanation (menu guide) of the selected option. SETUP 1 MEMORY FORMAT 2 BACKUP 3 ENGLISH PIXEL MAPPING EXIT MENU
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    (exposure compensation) (p. 20) & button (macro) (p. 20) # button (ash) (p. 19) Y button (self-timer) (p. 21) g/E button (changing information display/ menu guide) (p. 22, 23/p. 17) "/ button (backlight boost/erase) (p. 21/p. 16, 29) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 22) Frequently used shooting menu
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    MEMORY FORMAT/ FORMAT p. 30 BACKUP p. 30 W (Language) ....... p. 30 PIXEL MAPPING........ p. 30 K/q p. 31 SAVE SETTINGS ....... p. 31 MENU COLOR p. 31 BEEP p. 31 s (Monitor p. 31 X (Date/time p. 31 VIDEO OUT p. 32 POWER SAVE p. 33 6 F SILENT MODE p. 33 *1 Available in the FE-45/X-40
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    Names of Parts Camera unit 3 4 56 1 7 2 8 1 Strap eyelet p. 10 5 Flash p. 19 2 Battery/card 6 Self-timer lamp p. 21 compartment cover p. 10 7 Multi-connector p. 32, 34, 39 3 Microphone*1 p. 25, 29 8 Tripod socket 4 Lens p. 45, 57 *1 Available in the FE-45/X-40 only. 6 EN
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    2 g/E button (changing information switching shooting modes) ... p. 17, 18 display/menu guide)..... p. 22, 23/p. 17 10 q button (playback p. 15 3 Monitor p. 14 29 p. 20 6 Shutter button p. 14 & button (macro p. 20 7 Card access lamp p. 46 Y button (self-timer p. 21 8 Zoom buttons
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    20 5 Battery check p. 10 6 Flash standby/camera shake memory p. 46 11 Self-timer p. 21 12 Aperture value p. 14 13 Shutter speed p. 14 14 Exposure compensation p. 20 15 Compression/frame rate p. 24 16 Image size p. 24 17 ISO p. 25 18 White balance p. 25 *1 Available in the FE-45/X-40
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    p. 28 12 Current memory p. 46 5 Battery check p. 10 13 Compression/frame rate p. 24 6 Aperture value p. 14 14 ISO p. 25 7 Exposure compensation p. 20 15 Date and time p. 12 8 White balance p. 25 16 Shutter speed p. 14 9 Image size p. 24 *1 Available in the FE-45/X-40 only. EN 9
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    microSD Attachment into the camera. 1 3 2 Battery/card compartment cover 1 For the types of batteries that can be used, see "Battery handling precautions" (p. 45). If using rechargeable batteries, charge the batteries. Turn off the camera before opening the battery/card compartment cover. When
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    into the attachment. 2 Insert the microSD Attachment into the camera. Notch Contact area This camera allows the user to take pictures using the internal memory even when no xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted. "Using an xD-Picture Card" (p. 46) "Number of storable pictures (still pictures
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    at the bottom of the screen indicate that the m button, B button, zoom buttons, or D button be used. CAMERA MENU EXIT MENU SET OK SEL. IMAGE IN WT SET1 OK 2 3 Operation guide 4 BACK MENU 5 6 OK GO D 2 Use kl to select the year for [Y]. X Y M D TIME 2009 Y M D CANCEL MENU 3 Press n to
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    the monitor is adjustable. 1 Press the m button, and press klmn to select [E] (SETUP). SETUP EXIT MENU SET OK 2 Press the B button. SETUP 1 MEMORY FORMAT 2 BACKUP 3 ENGLISH PIXEL MAPPING EXIT MENU NO SET OK 3 Use kl to select [W] and press the B button. ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL
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    the K button several times to select it. Current shooting mode display 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject. ● When the camera focuses on the subject, the exposure is locked (shutter speed and aperture value are displayed), and the AF target mark changes to green. ● The
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    while being careful not to shake the camera. Viewing images 1 Press the q button. P Press fully 1/400 F3.1 Image review screen To view images during shooting Pressing played back with this camera.*1 To listen to the sound, connect to a TV or PC. *1[R] is available only with FE-45/X-40. EN 15
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    Operations during movie playback Fast-forward: Press and hold down n. Rewind: Press and hold down m. Pause: Press the B button. Elapsed time/ Total recording time 2009.08.26 12:30 100-0004 IN 00:12 /00:34 During playback First (last) frame/frame advance: During pause, press k to display the first
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    options cannot be specified in G mode. 1 Press the K button a few times to set G. The icon changes depending on the scene that the camera automatically selects. iAUTO 10M NORM IN 4 In s modes, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for specific shooting scenes. For this reason, settings
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    Using the digital image stabilization mode (h mode) This mode enables the user to reduce blur that is caused by camera shake and subject movement. 1 Press way down to stop recording. FE-45/X-40 allows you to record movie and sound at the same time. While recording, digital zoom is only available. Set
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    be selected to best match the shooting conditions. 1 Press the # button. P AUTO P P SET OK 10M NORM IN 4 10M NORM Zoom bar IN 4 Optical zoom: 3x, digital zoom: 4x Use of h mode (p. 18) is recommended when shooting with the telephoto zoom. The zoom bar appearance identifies the status of the
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    or darker to obtain a desired shot. 1 Press the F button. EXPOSURE COMP. Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances. 1 Press the & button. P OFF SET OK 0.0 +0.3 OFF % & OFF +0.7 +1.0 Exposure compensation value
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    Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay. 1 Press the Y button. P Y OFF SET OK ON SELFTIMER 10M NORM OFF Increasing the brightness of the monitor (Backlight boost) Press  in shooting mode. The monitor becomes brighter.
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    Changing the shooting information display The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, for example, the need for a clear view of the screen or for making a precise composition by using the grid display. 1 Press the g button. ● The displayed shooting information
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    Close-up view (up to 10x magnification) allows checking of image details. 1 Press the zoom buttons. Single-image view W Closeup view Changing T x10 2009.08.26 12:30 W IN 4 2009.08.26 12:30 W W IN 4 T Detailed 2009.08.26 12:30 1/1000 F3.1 +2.0 ISO 400 NORM 10M 100-0004 IN 4 2009.08.26
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    frame rate. Higher frame rates provides smoother movie images. *1 frames per second "Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-picture Card" (p. 47) 24 EN
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    sound, connect to a TV or PC. Selecting sound setting for movies [R] (FE-45/X-40) B CAMERA MENU X R E: n E: P Abbreviation for the International Organization for Standardization. ISO standards specify the sensitivity for digital cameras and film, thus codes such as "ISO 100" are used to represent
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    is possible for up to 10 frames. Refer to the OLYMPUS Master 2 help guide for details on how to make panorama images. Selecting the focusing on a face [FACE DETECT] B CAMERA MENU X FACE DETECT E: P h s Submenu 2 OFF ON*1 Application The camera does not focus on a face. This is used for taking
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    speed (p. 14). Shooting with automatic settings (p. 17). Using the digital image stabilization mode (p. 18). Using the best mode for the ] (p. 24) • [s ] (p. 17) • Shooting information display (p. 22) • Menu functions in [B CAMERA MENU] (p. 24 to 27) The current settings will not be changed. EN 27
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    m button. The sound when recorded in slideshow can not be played back with this camera. To listen to the sound, connect to a TV or PC. Changing the image are protected so that they cannot be erased except by formatting of the internal memory/card. 1 Use mn to select an image. 2 Use kl to select
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    Adding sound to still images [R] (FE-45/X-40) J PLAYBACK MENU X R Submenu 2 YES NO Application The camera adds (records) sound for approx. Application Images are individually selected and erased. All images in the internal memory or card will be erased. To erase all images [ALL ERASE] 1 Use kl
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    the internal memory or card. Non-Olympus cards and cards that have been formatted by a computer must be formatted with this camera before use. up image data in the internal memory to the card. Cancels the backup. It takes some time to back up data. Check that the battery has sufficient power before
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    • ISO • R*1 (Still images/Movies) • FACE DETECT *1Available in the FE-45/X-40 only. When set to [NO], all shooting settings, except for P mode, [AIMAGE QUALITY], and the selected s mode, return to default settings when the camera is turned off. Adjusting the brightness of the monitor [s] E SETUP
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    a TV 1 Connect the TV and camera. FE-45/X-40: Multi-connector Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio input jack (white). FE-35/X-30: Multi-connector Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow). AV cable (supplied) Video cable (supplied) 2 Use the camera to select the same video
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    not being used for approx. 10 seconds, the monitor automatically turns off to save battery power. To resume standby mode Press any button. Turning off the camera sounds [F SILENT MODE] F SILENT MODE Submenu 1 OFF ON Application Button operation sound/warning sound are not muted. The electronic
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    . For details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. For details on the available paper types, loading paper, and installing ink cassettes, refer to the printer's instruction manual. 2 Turn on the printer, and then connect the printer and camera. n button Multi-connector USB cable (supplied
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    PRINT] (p. 34), and press the B button. USB PC EASY PRINT CUSTOM PRINT EXIT SET OK 2 Use all images stored in the internal memory or card. MULTI PRINT This prints one image Press l to make the detailed printer settings for the current image. To make the detailed printer settings 1 Use klmn to
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    , repeat Steps 6 and 7 to select the image to be printed, make the detailed settings, and set [SINGLEPRINT]. TRANSFERRING PRINT CANCEL OK CONTINUE CANCEL SET OK 11 Press the m button. 12 When the message [REMOVE USB CABLE] is displayed, disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. 36 EN
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    . 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. *1 DPOF is a standard for storing automatic printout information from digital cameras. Print reservations can be set only for the images stored on
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    Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U] Resetting the print reservation data for selected images 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [
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    appears after starting the software. When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the first time after installation, "Default Settings" and "Registration" screen appear. Follow the instructions on the screen. Locate the position of the USB port by referring to your computer's instructions manual. 3 Use kl to
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    -step instructions for common tasks. When the Quick Start Guide is not displayed, click in the tool bar to show the Guide. For details on the operation, refer to the help guide of the software. Transferring and saving images without using OLYMPUS Master 2 This camera is compatible with the USB Mass
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    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 the batteries out of the camera, and warm them by putting them in your pocket for a while. Card/Internal memory "An
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    retouch software, etc. to edit the image on a computer. CARD-COVER OPEN g BATTERY EMPTY Operation problem Close the battery/card compartment cover. Battery problem • Insert new batteries. • If using rechargeable batteries, charge the batteries. NO CONNECTION Connection problem Connect the camera
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    vertical lines*1 *1 It 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. as they appear. When taking pictures of black subjects, on the other hand, it is effective to adjust in the negative (-) direction.
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    with the optical zoom Avoid using digital zoom (p. 19) to take memory. ● "Loading the batteries and the xD-Picture card™ (sold separately) into the camera" (p. 10) ● "Using the microSD card/microSDHC card (sold separately)" (p. 11) Editing "Erasing the sound recorded to a still image" (FE-45/X-40
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    may vary considerably depending on the battery manufacturer and shooting conditions. AA NiMH batteries (rechargeable batteries) Olympus NiMH batteries are rechargeable and economical. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your charger. Caution: Use only batteries approved for use in this
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    of the card Never open the battery/card compartment cover or unplug the USB cable 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. Card access lamp
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    ,657 16 16 841 875 31 32 1,639 1,728 *1 Available in the FE-45/X-40 only. Movies IMAGE SIZE C 640×480 E 320×240 FRAME RATE N O N O Continuous recording length Internal memory Using a 1 GB xD-Picture Card With sound*1 Without sound With sound*1 Without sound 10 sec. 10 sec. 8 min
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    authorized distributors/service centers. Cards compatible with this camera microSD card/microSDHC card For a list of tested microSD cards, please visit our website (http://www.olympus.com/). Sending images You can send images to a computer or a PictBrige printer by using the USB cable provided with
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    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. CAUTION • Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around it. • Never remove the batteries with bare
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    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. CAUTION • Do not remove batteries immediately after using the camera. Batteries may become hot during
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    . • Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera's manual. 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
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    change temporarily. When using the camera in extremely cold places, it technology. However, black spots or bright Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content of these written materials or software Olympus reserves all rights to this manual
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    to USB enabled personal computers (PC). Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate it. For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : FE-45/X-40 FE-35/X-30 Trade Name : OLYMPUS
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    use of non"OLYMPUS" brand accessories, consumables, or supplies, or use of the Products in combination with non-compatible devices; (d) software programs; (e) supplies and consumables (including but not limited to lamps, ink, paper, film, prints, negatives, cables and batteries); and/or (f) Products
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    the Product (unless it is a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers). 3 A detailed description of the problem. 4 Sample prints, negatives, digital prints (or files on disk) if available and related to the problem. When service is completed, the Product will be returned to you
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    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
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    × 61.5 mm (H) × 26.7 mm (D) (3.7 × 2.4 × 1.1 in.) (excluding protrusions) Weight : FE-45/X-40: 112 g (3.9 oz) (excluding batteries and card) FE-35/X-30: 110 g (3.9 oz) (excluding batteries and card) *1Available in the FE-45/X-40 only. microSD Attachment Product type : Attachment for microSD
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    cable 32 B Backlight boost 21 BACKUP 30 Battery 10, 45 Beep 31 Brightness Backlight boost 21 Exposure compensation 20 Monitor brightness s 31 C Card microSD Card 11, 48 microSDHC card 11, 48 xD-Picture Card Maintenance Camera care 45 PIXEL MAPPING 30 MEMORY FORMAT 30 MENU COLOR 31 microSD
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    O OLYMPUS Master 2 39 Operation guide 12 P PANORAMA 26 PictBridge 34 Playback image Close-up view 23 Index R 25, 29 Strap 10 SUPER MACRO 20 SWITCH SHOOTING MODES C ....... 27 T Turning on the camera 12 K/q 31 U USB cable 34, 39 Using the Menu 3 V VIDEO OUT 32 W WB 25 Z Zoom 19 EN 59
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DIGITAL CAMERA
FE-45/X-40
FE-35/X-30
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.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your
camera before taking important photographs.
In the interest of continually improving our products, Olympus reserves
the right to update or modify information contained in this manual.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced
during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.
Unless otherwise speci
ed, the explanation about these illustrations is
provided for FE-45/X-40.
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