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    Advanced Manual DIGITAL CAMERA IR-300 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
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    How to use this manual (Basic and Advanced Manuals The instruction manual accompanying this camera is divided into two parts: the Basic Manual and the Advanced Manual (this document). Basic Manual This manual helps you get used to the camera. It gives you easy-tofollow explanations on how to
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    1 P. 21 2 P. 31 3 P. 44 4 P. 55 5 P. 81 6 Using voice recording P. 88 7 Settings i functions P. 92 8 P. 104 9 Printing pictures Connecting the camera to a computer P. 115 10 P. 128 11 Troubleshooting. For when you want to know the names of parts, see a list of menus, or find what you are
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    27 The internal memory and memory card 28 Card basics 29 Inserting and removing the card 29 3 Basic shooting functions 31 Selecting a scene mode according to the situation 32 Using the zoom when taking pictures (Zoom/Macro 35 Using the zoom 35 Using the digital zoom 36 Using macro
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    a movie 73 Creating an index 74 Playing back pictures on a TV 76 Selecting the video output 77 Protecting pictures 77 Copying pictures in the internal memory to the card (BACKUP)....... 78 Erasing pictures 79 Formatting the internal
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    names (FILE NAME 99 Adjusting the monitor brightness 100 Setting the date and time 101 Resetting the camera settings (MODE RESET 102 Adjusting the image processing function (PIXEL MAPPING) ......... 103 9 functions 104 Using the camera with a Dock&Done storage unit (hard disk/DVD 105
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    Dock&Done printer 112 Camera settings 113 Storing pictures (STORE 113 Settings after storing (STORE AND 113 Printing all new pictures (NEW ALL PRINT 114 Settings without using OLYMPUS Master 143 12 Appendix 144 Troubleshooting 145 Error messages 145 Troubleshooting 147 Camera care 153
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    Table of Contents Glossary of terms 159 13 Miscellaneous 161 Menu list 162 List of factory default settings 169 Modes and shooting functions 171 Names of parts 173 Camera 173 Cradle 175 Monitor indications 176 Index 179 8
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    Are you ever overwhelmed by all of the advanced shooting and editing functions? Professional photographers use these functions to achieve a variety of effects. Now you too can achieve such effects simply by pressing the buttons on your digital camera. You can use the various functions available on
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    set 1 using the mode switch. Set the desired mode and turn the camera on. Shooting modes Set the mode switch to K to take still pictures or n to record movies. Playback mode Set turning the camera on. • This camera also has a storage playback mode that can be used with a Dock&Done storage unit
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    Mode switch Mode switch notation In this manual, the following icons indicate the position of the mode switch 1 necessary for operating functions. This indicates an operation when the mode switch is set to K. This indicates an operation when the mode switch is set to any of the Knq modes. 11
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    top menu of shooting mode 2 n (Flash mode) button For selecting the flash mode 3 \Y (Self-timer) button Switches the self-timer mode on/off 4 z (Custom) button Sets the function assigned to the custom button 5 ^]f (Scene select) button Selects a scene mode gP. 15 gP. 38 gP. 49 gP. 97 gP. 32 12
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    Basic operation (Playback modes 1 Direct buttons 1 4 23 1 MENU button Displays the top menu of playback mode 2 S (Erase) button Erases pictures displayed on the monitor 3 < (Print) button Displays the top menu of the print screen 4 [+ (Calendar display) button Enables calendar display mode 5 \- (
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    Follow the on-screen display to select and adjust each setting. How to set the flash mode using n is shown below. 1 Set the mode switch to K, and press n. • The flash mode selection screen is displayed. FLASH MODE AUTO Current setting SELECT GO Operation guide SELECT→ Press [\ to select the GO
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    the menus on the monitor. Menus are used to make all camera settings. 1 Mode switch Press the MENU button. Basic operation About the setting menu items directly. Mode menu • For setting shooting and playback functions. • Use the arrow pad to select and adjust settings. • A button operation guide
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    Menus Shortcut menus 1 Mode Switch Mode Switch Basic operation VOICE REC gP. 89 & MODE MENU SCENE SELECT Mode Switch gP. 32 gP. 37 Menu options will vary with each mode. Still picture VOICE REC gP. 89 & MODE MENU IMAGE STABILIZER gP. 41 gP. 37 Movie STORAGE gP. 107 STORAGE gP.
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    mode menus for movie playback and calendar display. For details, see "Menu list" (P. 162). Mode Switch Mode Switch D SUPER HIGH 5M j OFF F 0.0 DIGITAL ZOOM OFF WB AUTO Mode Switch D STANDARD F 0.0 DIGITAL ZOOM OFF WB AUTO FULLTIME AF OFF y 0° R EDIT FIX IMAGE COMPOSE IMAGE 17
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    Menus 1 Using the menus Use the arrow pad and i to select and set the menu items. Follow the operation guide and arrows on the screen to select and change settings. This section explains how to use the menus. Ex: Setting [METERING] Mode switch Basic operation MENU button [\^] buttons i button 1
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    to close the menu. 1 METERING AUTO AF MODE n PANORAMA 2 IN 1 FRAME MODE TIPS • Common menu items can be adjusted from any mode, and the settings will apply respectively. Menu operation notation In this manual, procedures for using the menus are expressed as follows: •Ex: Steps 1 to 5 for
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    in the order indicated by . g"Using the menus" (P. 18), "Menu operation notation" (P. 19) Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. g"Selecting a display language" (P. 94) This sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this
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    ... Just knowing which button to press or which setting to change can help you solve these problems. And did you know that by selecting an image size according to how you plan to use the pictures afterwards, you can store more pictures on the memory card? These are just some of the hints provided
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    pictures 1 Position the AF target mark on the subject you want to focus on. • When shooting a hard-to-focus or fastmoving subject, focus the camera on an object about the same distance away as the subject. 5M 5 2 Press the shutter button halfway until the green lamp lights. AF target mark
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    moving subject The subject is not in the center of the frame In these cases, focus (focus lock) on an object with high contrast at the same hold the camera vertically and focus the camera using the focus lock function by pressing the shutter button halfway, then return the camera to the horizontal
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    for each record mode and the number of storable still pictures/movie 2 recording time, see the table on P. 25. Still picture record modes Record mode depicts -eye correction, on a computer. fHIGH 2M 1600 × 1200 Use this setting to create postcard-size prints. This is also useful for adding text to
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    117 86 111 221 284 Movies Record mode Image size FSTANDARD 320 × 240 (15 frames/sec.) MEXTENDED 160 × 120 (15 frames/sec.) Remaining recording time (sec.) Internal memory Using a 32 MB card With sound Without sound With sound Without sound 36 37 93 96 146 166 374 424 25
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    picture to 1× when the monitor setting is 1,024 × 768. However, if the monitor setting is over 1,024 × 768 (such as 1,280 × 1,024), the picture only takes up part of the screen. Note • The number of storable still pictures and remaining recording time listed in the tables are approximate. Tips
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    [MODE MENU] [K] 1 Select a record mode from [BSUPER HIGH 5M], [eHIGH 3M], [fHIGH 2M], [LBASIC 1M] and [EE-MAIL VGA]. 2 g"Using the menus" (P. 18) D j F DIGITAL ZOOM WB SUPER HIGH5M HIGH 3M HIGH 2M B BASIC 1M E-MAIL VGA For movies, select a record mode from [FSTANDARD] and [MEXTENDED]. For still
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    are being played back from a card. • The internal memory and a card cannot be used at the same time. • The internal memory cannot be used for shooting or playback operations when a card is inserted in the camera. Remove the card before using the internal memory. • Pictures recorded to the internal
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    this space to write the contents of the card. 2 Contact area The part where the data transferred from the camera 1 enters the card. 2 Compatible cards xD-Picture Card (16 - 512 MB) Note • This camera may not recognize a non-OLYMPUS card or a card that was formatted on another device (such as
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    The internal memory and memory card Tips before you start taking pictures (Inserting the card 3 Orient the card as shown, and insert it into the card slot as 2 shown in the illustration. • Insert the card straight in. • Insert the card until it clicks into place. • Inserting the card in the
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    , chooses the best focusing method and even selects the type of film according to the subject. With a digital camera, you don't need to learn how to make difficult settings. Your camera will adjust the settings for you! All you have to do is choose a scene mode according to whether you are taking
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    Suitable for taking pictures of people indoors. The atmosphere of the background is also vividly reproduced. ( Fireworks* Suitable for taking pictures of fireworks displays. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting. Since the shutter speed is slow, stabilize the
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    are vibrantly reproduced. @ Documents Suitable for taking pictures of documents or time schedules. The contrast between the text and background is enhanced. Since the flash is not available, stabilize the camera before taking pictures. J Sports Suitable for capturing fast-moving action. Even
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    without a flash. Since the flash is not available, stabilize the camera before taking pictures. , Behind Glass Suitable for shooting a subject through when the subject is dark. Processing time between shots is doubled and you cannot take pictures during this time. Also, the image file size
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    zoom + digital zoom Max. 12× Note that camera movement is amplified at higher magnifications. Using the zoom 1 Push or pull the zoom lever. Zoom lever Zoom out: Push the zoom lever toward W. Zoom in: Pull the zoom lever toward T. Note • You can use the optical zoom in n mode by setting
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    ) Using the digital zoom Top menu [MODE MENU] [DIGITAL ZOOM] [ON] / [OFF] g"Using the menus" (P. 18) 1 3 Pull the zoom lever toward T. Optical zoom Digital zoom Basic shooting functions 5M 5 The white area of the zoom indicator indicates the optical zoom. If the [DIGITAL ZOOM] is set to [ON
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    you shoot from as close as 5 cm/1.9" to your subject. In this 3 mode, normal shooting is also possible, but the magnification of the zoom is fixed automatically and cannot be changed. Basic shooting functions & % Top menu [&] g"Using the menus" (P. 18) 1 Select [&] or [%], and press i. & OFF
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    Note The subject's eyes appear red. • After the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Do your best to hold the camera steady throughout the shot. • Effectiveness may be limited if the subject is not looking directly at the preflashes, or if the shooting range is too
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    light situations when in the flash off mode, the use of a tripod is recommended to prevent your pictures from being blurred by camera movement. 1 Press n. g"Direct buttons" (P. 12) 2 Select a flash mode, and press i. FLASH MODE AUTO 3 Press the shutter button halfway. • In conditions where the
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    recording time 3 Press the shutter button again to stop recording. 2:19 • When the remaining recording time has been used up, recording stops automatically. • When there is space in the internal memory or the card, the remaining recording time (gP. 25) is displayed, and the camera is ready
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    digital zoom" (P. 36) → If you set [R] to [OFF], you can use the optical zoom during movie recording. g"Recording sound with movies" (P. 42) 3 Note • The remaining recording time may drop rapidly during recording. Try using the internal memory or card again after formatting it with your camera
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    are locked during movie recording. If you wish to use the zoom during movie recording, set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [ON]. If [R] is set to [OFF], you can use both the optical zoom and digital zoom during movie recording. • If the microphone is farther than 1 m (3.3 ft.) from the subject, sound may not be
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    -in-one pictures, shooting with a frame, or when f is set to [h or [)]. • During sequential shooting, the flash is not available. • If the battery power is low and the battery check indication blinks during sequential shooting, shooting stops and the camera starts saving the pictures you have taken
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    Additional shooting 4 Additional shooting functions functions 4 Taking pictures like a pro... Adjust the brightness or white balance of the picture, change the focusing area depending on the subject, and make use of other useful functions to create professional-like pictures. At scenic outdoor
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    , adjust toward [-] when shooting dark subjects. • In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. Note • If the flash is used, the image brightness (exposure) may differ from the intended brightness. • Exposure compensation
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    lighting. Additional shooting functions Top menu [MODE MENU] [WB] 1 Select a white balance setting, and press i. g"Using the menus" (P. 18) D j F DIGITAL ZOOM WB AUTO TIPS • You can select a white balance setting other than the actual light source, and enjoy the different color tones on the
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    Changing the area for measuring the brightness of a subject (METERING) When taking pictures against backlight, the face of the subject may appear darker. With spot metering, the picture can be taken based on the brightness at the center of the monitor without being affected by the light in the
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    Changing the focusing area (AF MODE) This function allows you to select how the camera focuses on your subject. AUTO SPOT Focus selection is based on the entire picture on the screen. Even when the subject is not in the
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    using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer focus and exposure. • The self-timer/card access lamp lights for approximately 10 seconds, then . • To cancel the self-timer, press \Y. Self-timer/card access lamp • The self-timer mode is automatically canceled after
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    You can take advantage of panorama shooting with an Olympus xDPicture Card. Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures with overlapping edges into a single panoramic picture, using the OLYMPUS Master software. Additional shooting functions 4 The part of the previous picture where it will be
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    are set by the You cannot adjust the zoom after the first picture. Olympus cards. • During panorama shooting, the flash, self-timer, sequential shooting modes and recording sound with still pictures are not available. • The camera itself cannot connect panorama pictures. The OLYMPUS Master software
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    picture. • The subject is positioned on the right in the combined picture. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed and after the image is saved, the camera returns to the shooting mode. 5M 5 2nd 5M 5 Picture when taken Note • Panorama, sequential shooting, and recording sound with pictures are not available
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    Additional shooting functions Shooting with a frame (FRAME MODE) This function allows you to add one of several frames when taking a picture. The frame and picture are combined together and saved. Top menu [MODE MENU] [FRAME MODE] g"Using the menus" (P. 18) 1 Select a frame, and press i. • The
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    cases: During sequential shooting, panorama, two-in-one pictures, and shooting with a frame. • Sound recording may also pick up camera noises, such as button operations, shutter movement, etc. • Sound recording may not be possible if there is insufficient space in the internal memory or the card
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    several pictures of the same scene because you weren't sure whether they would come out or not. That's no way to record important memories! With a digital camera, you can review your pictures immediately. Just play the picture back as soon as you've taken it. If you don't like what you see, erase
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    pictures on a card are played back if a card is inserted in the camera. Remove the card to play back pictures stored in the internal memory. • The last picture taken is displayed on the monitor (single-frame playback). • Use the arrow pad to browse the pictures. 1 Push or pull the zoom lever toward
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    registered to the calendar by the date of recording. You need to have the date and time set on the camera before shooting if you want your pictures to be displayed on the correct date with the calendar display. g"Setting the date and time" (P. 101) Additional playback functions 1 In single
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    5M 100-0005 5M 100-0005 5M '05.06.02.12:30 5 +90° '05.06.02.12:30 5 0° '05.06.02.12:30 5 -90° Note • The following pictures cannot be rotated. Movies, protected pictures, pictures registered in an album, pictures that have been edited on a computer, and pictures taken with another camera
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    back one frame at a time. Additional playback functions 1 Select the movie you want to play back and press i. • The camera returns to the previous previous frame. i : Playback begins from the selected frame. 100-0005 MOVIE PLAYBACK STORAGE 5 5 INFO MODE MENU STOP 00:00:05/12:56:34
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    while the camera is reading the movie. Reading of movies may take some time. Do not open the battery compartment/ card cover while the self-timer/card access lamp is blinking. Doing so may damage the data in the internal memory or the card and render the internal memory or card unusable. Selecting
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    picture information during playback. [DETAIL] [STANDARD] [NO INFO] 10 100-0005 5M SIZE:2560 1920 +2.0 10 100-0005 5M '05.06.02.12:30 VOICE PLAY 5 '05 than the date and time, frame number and battery check indication is displayed for pictures taken with another camera. Additional
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    are played back one at a time. SCROLL The current picture scrolls off the screen to the left as the next picture scrolls onto the screen from the right. FADER The current picture gradually fades out as the next picture gradually fades in. 5 ZOOM DOWN The camera gradually zooms out from the current
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    displayed. SELECT ALL FROM DATE SELECT ALL All pictures for a selected FROM DATE date are displayed. • [SELECT ALL FROM DATE] can only CANCEL SELECT GO when running a slideshow for a long period of time. If the battery is used, the camera will enter sleep mode after about 30 minutes and stop
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    that has already been recorded. Total recording time per picture is approximately 4 seconds. Select 1 Press ] to display [START]. 5 2 Aim the camera microphone toward the sound you want to record, and press i in the internal memory or the card. • Sound recording may pick up camera noises, such as
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    sepia and saves it as a new file. Changes the image size to 640 × 480 or 320 × 240 and saves the picture as a new file. Crops part of a picture and saves it as a new file. Select the picture that you want to edit and display the top menu. Additional playback functions Top
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    the trimming position and size. [\^] Adjusts the position of the picture. Zoom lever Adjusts the size of the picture. 2 Press i. GO 3 cases: If there is insufficient space in the internal memory or the card, or for movies, pictures edited with a computer, or pictures taken with another camera
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    picture is not corrected when there are no parts framed in blue. 1 Select [REDEYE camera returns to the playback mode. Note • Correcting pictures with [REDEYE FIX], [BRIGHTNESS] or [SATURATION] is not possible in the following cases: If there is insufficient space in the internal memory or the card
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    rotate the picture 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. 3 Adjust the position and size of the picture, and press i. [\^] Adjusts the position of the picture. Zoom lever Adjusts the size of the picture. FRAME SELECT GO FRAME 4 Select [FRAME], and press i. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed and after
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    to rotate the title 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. 3 Adjust the position and size of the title, and press i. [\^] Adjusts the position of the title. Zoom lever Adjusts the size of the title. TITLE 5 SELECT GO TITLE 4 Press [\^] to select the color of the title, and press i. MOVE GO TITLE
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    the picture 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. 3 Set the date of the calendar, and press i. [\ Changes the settings for [Y] and [M]. ^] Alternates between the year and month settings. CALENDAR SELECT GO CALENDAR 2005 . 06 SELECT SET GO Additional playback functions 4 Select [CALENDAR], and
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    press i. ALBUM CALENDAR 5 ALL IMAGES All pictures in the internal memory or the card are added to the layout. gGo to Step 4. SEL. , and SEL. ALBUM press i. (When [CALENDAR] is selected • Push or pull the zoom lever to select a year, month or day in the monthly, annual or multi-year display
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    LAYOUT] is not possible in the following cases: If there is insufficient space in the internal memory or the card, or for movies, pictures edited with a computer, or pictures taken with another camera. TIPS • You can add frames and titles using OLYMPUS Master software. As the additions are saved in
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    want to edit and display the top menu. Editing a movie Top menu [MODE MENU] [EDIT] g"Using the menus" (P. 18) 1 Select the first frame of the part you want to keep, and press i. 5 [ : Jumps to the first frame of the movie. \ : Jumps to the last frame of the movie. 00:00:00
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    stored as a new movie or the original movie is 5 overwritten, the camera returns to the playback mode. • To select different frames, select [RESET] there is insufficient memory space in the internal memory or the card. • The editing process of long movies is more time-consuming. Additional
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    press i. GO 5 3 Select [YES], and press i. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed, and the camera returns to playback mode. The index is stored as a new picture. • To select different frames, select [RESET cannot create an index if there is insufficient memory space in the internal memory or the card. 75
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    and movies on your TV. 1 Make sure that the TV and camera are turned off. Connect the A/V OUT jack on the cradle to the video input terminal on the TV using the AV cable provided with the camera. 2 Set the camera in the cradle. A/V OUT jack Connect to the TV's 5 video input (yellow) and audio
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    signal type. Use this setting when playing back pictures on a TV in a foreign country. Select the [VIDEO OUT] signal before connecting the AV cable. If you select the China • The factory default setting varies depending on the region where you purchased the camera. Protecting pictures You are
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    the AC adapter when backing up the data. • Never open the battery compartment/card cover or remove the battery while the camera is backing up data. Also, do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter or remove the camera from the cradle. The internal memory or the card may not operate properly. 78
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    playback functions Erasing pictures This function erases recorded pictures. Pictures can be erased either one at a time or all the pictures in the internal memory or on the card. Note • You cannot erase protected pictures. Cancel protection before erasing such pictures. • Once erased, pictures
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    the memory card. Formatting prepares the internal memory or the card to receive data. • Make sure there is no card inserted in the camera when formatting the internal memory. • Be sure that the card is inserted in the camera when formatting the card. • Before using non-OLYMPUS cards or cards which
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    albums sharing albums 6 Being able to view the pictures taken with your digital camera without having to print them out is a very useful function of your camera. Not only can you check the pictures taken with the camera, you can also share your pictures with others while you are traveling or
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    . • You can also push the zoom lever toward W to select pictures from the index. 4 After selecting all pictures to save to the album, press the MENU button. CANCEL SELECT GO ALBUM ENTRY THIS IMAGE SEL. IMAGE CANCEL SELECT GO SEL. IMAGE 10/100 SET 10 ,05.04.10. 100-0024 6 13:20 EXIT SELECT
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    5 Select [YES], and press i. • The pictures are saved to the album and the camera returns to the playback mode. ALBUM ENTRY YES NO SELECT GO Note • The number of pictures that can be saved to an album varies depending on the internal memory or card capacity. 6 Creating and sharing albums 83
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    REGISTERED:10 CANCEL SELECT GO • The first picture in the selected album is displayed. 3 Press ^] to select a picture. 6 • Pull the zoom lever toward T to enlarge 10 100-0005 5M the picture. Press the arrow pad while the enlarged picture is displayed to scroll the picture in the desired
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    Rearranging album pictures (REARRANGE) The pictures in each album are assigned frame numbers in the order the pictures are saved in the album. You can rearrange the pictures and change their frame numbers. When you select an album, the picture with the frame number 1 is displayed. In album display
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    , [CANCEL] is checked. Press i again to uncheck [CANCEL]. 3 After selecting all pictures to undo, press the MENU button. 4 Select [YES], and press i. SEL. IMAGE 10/100 CANCEL 10 ,05.06.02. 100-0009 6 11:20 EXIT SELECT GO 86
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    When [UNDO ALL] is performed, protected pictures are also undone from the album entry. However, these pictures are not erased from the internal memory or the card. Erasing pictures from albums 6 You can select and erase pictures from an album. When a picture is erased, it is also erased from the
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    7 Using voice recording recording 7 Did you know that you can record sound with your digital camera? You can record sound when taking a still picture or recording a movie, and the memos or audio messages from friends to play back at a later date. How will you make use of this function? R 7 88
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    sound 7 recording indicates the following: Bar length : The internal memory or card capacity White part : Used memory space Yellow part : Memory space currently in use 00:30 Remaining recording time Gray part : Remaining memory space 3 Press the shutter button again. • Sound recording stops
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    camera noises, such as button operations, shutter movement, etc. • Sound recording may not be possible if there is insufficient space in the internal memory or the card. Selecting the sound recording quality You can select from three sound quality settings certain period of time has elapsed in
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    right. • The sound is played back. • When sound playback is finished, the camera returns to playback mode. STANDARD 00:00:10/00:00:34 (To exit voice file. \ : Jumps to the end of the sound file. ] : Advances playback by one second increments. ^ : Reverses playback by one second increments.
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    One of the key features of a digital camera is that you can view the pictures you have taken immediately. But that isn't all. For example, you can customize the startup screen with your own picture, select your favorite beep, shutter and operation sounds, or set the custom button to quickly access
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    Factory default setting Ref. page 8 F 0.0 P. 45 R (movies) ON P. 42 FLASH MODE AUTO P. 38 K Still picture: BSUPER HIGH 5M P. 24 Movie: FSTANDARD METERING &/% j AUTO OFF OFF P. 47 WB P. 37 INFO P. 43 Y AUTO STANDARD OFF P. 46 P. 61 P. 49 SCENE SELECT P-AUTO DIGITAL ZOOM OFF
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    can add other languages to your camera with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. For details, refer to the help in the OLYMPUS Master software. 8 Changing the startup screen (SCREEN) You can select the picture that is displayed when the power is turned on. Settings Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP
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    ) If no operations are performed for a certain period of time, the camera enters sleep mode (standby) and stops operating. You can set the time until the camera enters sleep mode. Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [SLEEP] g"Using the menus" (P. 18) 1 Select [30SEC], [1MIN], [3MIN], [5MIN] or [10MIN
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    OFF, &, % j OFF, ON F -2.0 - +2.0 P. 37 P. 43 P. 45 DIGITAL ZOOM WB METERING OFF, ON AUTO, 5, 3, 1, > AUTO, n P. 36 P. 46 P. 47 AF MODE AUTO, SPOT P. 48 FULLTIME AF 8 R (still pictures) R (movies) OFF, ON OFF, ON OFF, ON P. 42 P. 54 P. 42 IMAGE STABILIZER OFF, ON P. 41 Settings 96
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    . z CUSTOM BUTTON D SCENE SELECT & j SELECT GO Using the custom button 8 1 Press the z button. g "Direct buttons" (P. 12) • The menu of the set function is displayed. 2 Follow the operation guide to make settings. Operation guide j OFF ON SELECT GO When [j] is set on the [CUSTOM BUTTON
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    8 SHUTTER SOUND BEEP VOLUME Select [OFF] or [ON] for the camera warning sound. You can also set the volume of the sound to [LOW] or [HIGH]. Select [OFF], [1] or [2] for the sound of the shutter button. You can also set the volume of the sound to [LOW] or [HIGH]. Select [OFF], [1] or [2] for
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    g"Using the menus" (P. 18) Resetting file names (FILE NAME) The camera automatically creates file names and folder names for pictures to be stored in. (100 - 999) Month File No. (1 - C) (0001 - 9999) Day (01 - 31) Month: Jan. - Sep. = 1 - 9, Oct. = A, Nov. = B, Dec. = C There are two settings
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    the monitor brightness [FILE NAME] settings RESET The file number and folder number are reset every time a new card is inserted in the camera. The folder number returns to No. 100 and the file number returns to No. 0001. This method is useful when grouping files on separate cards. AUTO Even if a new
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    battery was only loaded in the camera for a short time before being removed. Before taking important pictures, check that the date and time settings are correct. • If the date and time setting is canceled, a warning is displayed on the monitor the next time the camera is turned on. g"Error messages
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    Resetting the camera settings (MODE RESET) This function resets the shooting and playback settings to the factory default settings. This function also resets those settings saved when [ALL RESET] is set to [OFF]. Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [MODE RESET] g"Using the menus" (P. 18) 1 Select [YES],
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    the image processing function (PIXEL MAPPING) The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is PIXEL MAPPING s X VOLUME VIDEO OUT START Note • If you turn the camera off during pixel mapping, start again from Step 1. 8 Settings 103
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    . Or you can adjust, edit, or enhance your pictures, and print them. All these steps you can make just by using the menus on the camera.* Try Dock&Done to take, view, store, browse, display, decorate, and share your pictures in the way you would with conventional photographs. * Requires
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    same picture multiple times. This setting can be changed for each picture. gFor detailed operations of the Dock&Done storage unit, see the manual provided with the optional Dock&Done hard disk or DVD storage unit. Storing camera pictures (STORE ONLY) 1 Dock the cradle provided with the camera on the
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    camera, only the pictures on the card are stored. To store pictures in the internal memory, remove the card. • Packet-writing software is required if you want to view pictures stored on a disk with the DVD storage unit. For details about packet-writing software, see the manual of the optional Dock
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    camera with a Dock&Done storage unit (hard disk/DVD) Playing back pictures on the storage unit (STORAGE) You can use the camera's monitor to view pictures stored in the storage unit. Before operating the menus, make sure the camera, cradle and storage unit are set . 2 Pull the zoom lever toward T to
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    /ir-500-storage Other areas: Contact the customer support center. Creating a disk for storing pictures (CREATE SHARE DISK) 9 You can use the Dock&Done DVD storage unit to easily burn a CD or DVD of all pictures stored in the camera. • Have the cradle and DVD storage unit set up. Set the camera
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    is displayed on the camera's monitor. 2 Set the camera in the cradle. • A message is displayed indicating that the disk is being formatted. • A message is displayed indicating that pictures are being stored to the disk. DOCK MODE INSERT BLANK DISK BEFORE DOCKING CANCEL DOCK MODE FORMATTING DISK
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    been stored in the storage unit. Set [NEW ALL PRINT] to [ON] on the camera in advance. g"Printing all new pictures (NEW ALL PRINT)" (P. 114) 1 Connect the AC adapter and power cable of the storage unit, and connect the printer to the storage unit using the Dock&Done cable, then turn the printer on
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    camera with a Dock&Done printer 2 Dock the cradle on the storage unit. Dock&Done cable 3 Set the Dock&Done mode/PC mode switch on the storage unit to [_DOCK], and turn on the storage unit. 4 Set the camera in the cradle. • The camera is powered by the AC adapter of the storage unit. • The camera
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    display the print top menu. To connect the camera directly to the Dock&Done printer, use the USB cable provided. The features on the print top menu internal memory or the card in the camera."Print settings (DPOF)" (P. 123) PRINT IMAGE Allows you to select the pictures in the camera or storage
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    Camera settings (Connecting to a printer • Connecting a Dock&Done printer to a Dock&Done storage unit with a Dock&Done cable All functions are available. You can also print pictures stored in the storage unit. Select [EXIT] on the [_DOCK MODE] screen after storing the pictures
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    are canceled after the pictures are printed, and the pictures are erased. Printing all new pictures (NEW ALL PRINT) You can set whether to automatically print camera pictures not stored in a storage unit. Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [NEW ALL PRINT] [ON] / [OFF] g"Using the menus" (P. 18
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    store, it is a good idea to store the print reservation data on the card first. This lets you select the pictures you want to print and decide how pictures at home, you can either connect the camera directly to the printer or you can connect the camera to a computer and download the pictures to the
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    . • Movies cannot be printed. • The camera will not enter sleep mode when connected to a printer with the USB cable. 10 Print modes and settings Available printing modes, paper sizes etc., vary depending on the printer you use. Refer to the instruction manual for your printer. Printing pictures
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    of how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer's instruction manual. 2 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB terminal on the cradle. 3 Set the camera in the cradle. • The camera automatically turns on. • The monitor turns on and the selection screen
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    The [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is displayed on the monitor. Select the print settings on the camera's monitor. 5 Select [ALL IMAGES], and press i. PRINT MODE SELECT • Select STANDARD STANDARD CANCEL SELECT GO 100-0005 SELECT SINGLEPRINT PRINT MORE PRINT PRINT CANCEL Printing pictures SELECT
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    CANCEL Screen during data transfer PRINT CONTINUE CANCEL 10In the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen, press ^. • A message is displayed. 11Remove the USB cable from the cradle. • The camera turns off. SELECT GO PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX EXIT SELECT GO 10 12Remove the
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    size and borderless settings can be set in the same print mode. If the following screen is displayed, perform the operations according to the operation guide. Selecting the picture to print ALL IMAGES ALBUM Allows you to select from all pictures in the internal memory or the card to print. Select
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    pull the zoom lever and select a picture from the index display. 100-0005 Setting the number of prints and data to be printed Printing pictures
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    or the printer while changing settings on SETTINGS CHANGED has been operated while the camera. changing settings on the camera. There is a problem with the Turn off the camera and printer and/or camera. printer. Check the printer and 10 PRINT ERROR remedy any problems before turning the power
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    reservation data, without using a computer. For more details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. A PC card adapter may also be necessary. To use print services without using DPOF Pictures stored in the internal memory cannot be printed at a photo store. The pictures need to be copied to
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    . Make changes using the original device. • If a card contains DPOF reservations set by another device, entering reservations using this camera may overwrite the previous reservations. • If there is not enough space in the internal memory or card memory, you may not be able to enter the reservation
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    SELECT Operation guide 5 When you are finished making print reservations, press i. 10 Printing pictures 6 Select [NO], [DATE] or [TIME], and press i. X NO The pictures are printed without the date and time. DATE The selected pictures are printed NO DATE TIME with the shooting date. TIME The
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    the internal memory or on the card. The number of prints is set at one print per picture. You can set to print the shooting date/time. 1 Select [U] on the [
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    there is no print reservation data, this screen is not displayed. Print settings (DPOF) FIX IMAGE COMPOSE IMAGE < PRINT IMAGE < RESET KEEP PRINT all the pictures. PRINT ORDERED SELECT GO 10 Printing pictures CHECK/CANCEL 100-0005 10 CANCEL CANCEL ALL '05.06.02.12:30 EXIT IMAGE
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    of the many ways you can enjoy your pictures. You can print out your favorite pictures, use the application software to download your pictures from your camera and edit them or organize them by date or category, or attach them to e-mail and send them over the Internet. There are all kinds of
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    in the internal memory or on the card. If the data cannot be downloaded from the camera using the USB cable → Image files on xD-Picture Card may be downloaded using the optional PC card adapter. For details, visit the Olympus web site at the address shown on the back cover of this manual. Note 11
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    files, install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM. What is OLYMPUS Master? OLYMPUS Master is application software for editing images taken with a digital camera on a computer. and operations other than the above, refer to the "Help" guide and OLYMPUS Master reference manual. 130
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    or more (at least 256 MB is recommended) 300 MB or more USB port 1,024 × 768 pixels, 65,536 colors or more Connecting the camera to a computer Note • Data transfer is only guaranteed on computers with a factory installed OS. • To install the software in Windows 2000 Professional/XP, you must log
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    and the need to reboot. • Disconnect the cable connecting the camera to the computer • Turn off the camera • Open the camera's card cover • Open the camera's battery compartment cover Windows 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • The OLYMPUS Master setup screen is displayed. • If the
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    instructions. • When the OLYMPUS Master licensing agreement is displayed, read the agreement and click "Yes" to proceed with the installation. Using OLYMPUS Master Connecting the camera to a computer • When the "User is required to read the OLYMPUS Master instruction manual. If this screen is not
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    • Remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive and store it. Connecting the camera to a computer Macintosh 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • " icon. • The OLYMPUS Master installer starts up. • Follow the on-screen instructions. • When the OLYMPUS Master licensing agreement is displayed
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    port on the computer. • Refer to your computer's instruction manual to locate the position of the USB port. 3 Plug the USB cable into the cradle's USB connector. Connecting the camera to a computer 4 Set the camera in the cradle. • The camera turns on automatically. • The monitor turns on and the
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    images. When you connect your digital camera for the first time, the iPhoto application starts automatically, so close this application and start OLYMPUS Master. Note • The camera functions are disabled while the camera is connected to a computer. Connecting the camera to a computer Starting up
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    Master main menu Starting up OLYMPUS Master 6 1 5 2 3 4 Connecting the camera to a computer 1 "Transfer Images" button Downloads images from the camera or other media. 2 "Browse Images" button Displays the browse window. 3 "Print Images" button Displays the print menu. 4 "Create and Share
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    "Menu" in the "Browse" window. Note 11 • The self-timer/card access lamp blinks while downloading images. Do not do any of the following while the lamp is blinking. • Open the battery compartment/card cover. • Remove the camera from the cradle. • Connect or disconnect the AC adapter. 138
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    to your computer. Also follow these steps when removing the camera from the cradle. 1 Make sure that the self-timer/ card access lamp is off. Self-timer/ card access lamp 2 Make the following preparations for disconnecting the USB cable. Windows 98SE 1 Double-click the "My Computer" icon and right
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    and movies 3 Disconnect the USB cable from the cradle. Connecting the camera to a computer Note • Windows Me/2000/XP: When you click "Unplug or Eject Hardware", a warning message may be displayed. Make sure that image data is not being downloaded from the camera and that all applications are
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    parts are shown below. 1 2 3 45678 Item Description 1 Playback slider Move the slider to select a frame. 2 Time display Displays the time 8 Volume button Displays the volume adjustment slider. Connecting the camera to a computer Printing pictures Pictures can be printed from the
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    the camera to a computer Printing pictures 2 Click "Photo" . • The "Photo Print" window is displayed. 3 Click "Settings" in the "Photo Print" window. • The printer settings screen is displayed. Make the necessary printer settings. 4 Select a layout and size. • To print the date and time with
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    USB driver. Before connecting the camera to your computer with the USB cable, double-click the files from the following folders on the OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM provided. (Drive name):\USB USB port and USB MASS Storage Support 1.3.5.) • Computers with a USB port added by means of an extension card,
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    Appendix 12 Appendix This chapter contains useful information from OLYMPUS. Here you will find what to do when you are stuck or don't understand the meaning of the terms used in this manual. Refer to this section for basic troubleshooting, camera care and a full glossary to understanding the terms
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    on this camera. Use image processing software to view the picture on a computer. If that cannot be done, the image file is damaged. CARD-COVER OPEN The battery compartment/card cover is open. Close the battery compartment/card cover. Appendix When the camera is Set the date and time. used for
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    Troubleshooting Monitor indication Possible cause MEMORY SETUP POWER OFF MEMORY FORMAT There is an error in the internal memory. SELECT GO Corrective action Select [MEMORY FORMAT] and press i. All data in the internal memory is erased. Frames and titles used to compose images are erased. Use
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    / - power during shooting or card access lamp turns off when blinking.) while the images were being written to the internal 12 memory or the card. The memory gauge is Wait until there is space in the memory - full. gauge. There is a problem with See "Error messages". the card. P. 145 147
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    . The date/time is not set. Set the date and time. The clock adjustment P. 101 is not factory-preset. The camera has been left without the battery. If the camera is left without the battery for 1 day, the date/time setting is canceled. Set the date/time again. P. 101 The settings are returned
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    not fire in the super macro mode. Set [&] to [OFF] or [&]. P. 37 Panorama mode is set. The flash does not fire in the panorama mode. Cancel panorama mode. P. 50 The battery run time is brief. You are using the Battery performance deteriorates in low - camera in a cold temperatures. Keep the
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    Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action The picture is out of focus. A subject unsuited to AF Use the focus lock to focus on the subject. was taken. The camera moved when the shutter button was pressed. Hold the camera correctly and press the shutter button gently. Camera . Set the
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    the camera on. The camera is in the Set the mode switch to q. shooting mode. P. 10 P. 10 There are no pictures in [NO PICTURE] is displayed on the monitor. - the internal memory or Record pictures. on the card. There is a problem with See "Error messages". the card. P. 145 The camera is
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    not support PictBridge. Refer to the printer's instruction manual or contact the manufacturer. The camera is not recognized by the computer. The computer failed to Disconnect the USB cable from the cradle, recognize the camera. and connect it again. The USB driver has not Install OLYMPUS Master
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    gently with a lens cleaner. Cradle • Blow dust off the terminals with a commercial blower. Never allow the terminals to become wet. Battery • Wipe gently with a dirty. ( Storage • When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery, AC adapter and card, and keep in a cool, dry place that
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    or printer. • Do not remove or load the battery or connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned on. Doing so could affect the camera's internal settings or functions. 12 • If an error occurs while the battery in the camera is charging, the power lamp lights red. Check that
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    operating environment restrictions described in the camera's manual. Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery's instruction manual carefully before using it. • If
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    • Turn off the camera when disconnecting any power cables from the plug or wall outlet. Not doing so could affect the camera's internal settings or functions. • are caused by the inappropriate use of this product. • Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit
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    use of the information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein. Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice. 12 157 Appendix
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    your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal computers (PC). Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate. 12 158 Appendix
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    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 ISO settings. Exposure The amount of light used to capture an image. The exposure is determined by the time the
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    PictBridge A standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers camera automatically sets the best shutter speed and aperture for the shot. Sleep Mode A mode designed to save battery life. The camera automatically enters the sleep mode if you do not operate it for a certain time
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    mode menus. An index also helps you find the pages where a function or item that you are looking for appears. For effective use of the manual, reference page numbers are listed next to the names of the camera parts and in the menu lists. 161
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    Menu list Shooting mode menus (K) Top menu Item MODE MENU K j F DIGITAL ZOOM WB METERING AF MODE PANORAMA 2 IN 1 FRAME MODE R (still pictures) MEMORY FORMAT(FORMAT) SETUP Setting Ref. page BSUPER HIGH 5M, eHIGH P. 24 3M, fHIGH 2M, LBASIC 1M, EE-MAIL VGA OFF, ON P. 43 -2.0 - +2.0 P. 45
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    Menu list Shooting mode menus (n) Top menu Item MODE MENU K F DIGITAL ZOOM WB FULLTIME AF R (movies) MEMORY FORMAT(FORMAT) SETUP Setting Ref. page FSTANDARD, MEXTENDED -2.0 - +2.0 OFF, ON AUTO, 5, 3, 1, > OFF, ON OFF, ON YES, NO P. 24 P. 45 P. 36 P. 46 P. 42 P. 42 P. 80 P. 168 VOICE REC &
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    Top menu Item Setting Ref. page MODE MENU y R EDIT +90°, 0°, -90° P. 58 START P. 64 BLACK & WHITE, SEPIA, Q, P. 65 P FIX IMAGE REDEYE FIX, BRIGHTNESS, P. 66 SATURATION COMPOSE IMAGE 0 FRAME, TITLE, CALENDAR, LAYOUT OFF, ON P. 68 P. 77 ERASE ERASE, ALL ERASE P. 79 MEMORY YES, NO
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    Menu list Playback mode menus (q) (movies) Top menu Item Setting Ref. page MODE MENU INDEX PLAY EDIT NEW FILE, OVERWRITE INDEX 0 YES, RESET, CANCEL OFF, ON ERASE ERASE, ALL ERASE MEMORY YES, NO FORMAT(FORMAT) ALBUM ENTRY STORE STORE, NOT STORE CREATE SHARE DISK START SETUP P.
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    ) Top menu Item Setting MODE MENU y INDEX PLAY 0 ERASE MEMORY FORMAT(FORMAT) SETUP +90°, 0°, -90° OFF, ON ERASE, ALL ERASE YES, NO Ref. page P. 58 P. 60 P. 77 P. 79 P. 80 P. 168 CLOSE CALENDAR P. 57 INFO m* NO INFO, STANDARD, DETAIL P. 61 STANDARD, SCROLL, FADER, P. 62 ZOOM DOWN, ZOOM UP
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    Playback mode menus (q) (voice) Top menu Item Setting MODE MENU 0 ERASE MEMORY FORMAT(FORMAT) ALBUM ENTRY STORE SETUP OFF, ON ) Top menu Item Setting Ref. page CLOSE STORAGE P. 107 y*1 +90°, 0°, -90° P. 58 m*2 STANDARD, SCROLL, FADER, P. 62 ZOOM DOWN, ZOOM UP, CHECKERBOARD, BLINDS
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    menu (for both shooting mode and playback menus) Item Setting Ref. page ALL RESET W*1 OFF, ON P. 93 P. 94 SCREEN OFF, 1, 2 P. 94 SLEEP zCUSTOM BUTTON 8 30SEC, 1MIN, 3MIN, 5MIN, 10MIN K, SCENE SELECT, &, j, F, DIGITAL ZOOM, WB, METERING, AF MODE, FULLTIME AF, R (still pictures), R (movies
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    List of factory default settings The functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. Shooting mode Zoom 38 mm Monitor F FLASH MODE Y ON 0.0 K : AUTO n :$ OFF METERING & j AUTO OFF OFF SCENE P-AUTO DIGITAL ZOOM OFF IMAGE STABILIZER OFF FULLTIME AF OFF AF MODE AUTO
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    List of factory default settings Playback modes INFO y m R VOLUME STANDARD 0° STANDARD OFF 3 Others ALL RESET W OFF ENGLISH SCREEN LOW SLEEP 3MIN STORE AND KEEP PRINT AND KEEP NEW ALL PRINT OFF *1 Settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold. Miscellaneous 13 170
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    Modes and shooting functions Function Mode Zoom DIGITAL ZOOM AF MODE FULLTIME AF FLASH MODE & % Y j R (still pictures) R (movies) IMAGE STABILIZER PANORAMA 2 IN 1 FRAME MODE K METERING F WB ALL RESET W SCREEN REC VIEW FILE NAME PIXEL
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    Function Mode K P-AUTO f n 8 9 SHUTTER SOUND 9 BEEP 9 STORE AND 9 PRINT AND 9 NEW ALL PRINT 9 9: Available -: Not available *1 When [R (movies)] is set to [OFF]. *2 Cannot be selected in or [)] mode. *3 Cannot be selected during panorama shooting. *4 Cannot be selected in [h or
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    switch Flash gP. 38 Names of parts Lens Zoom lever gP. 35, 56, 57 Microphone gP. 54, 89 Self-timer/card access lamp gP. 49, 89, 139 Battery compartment/card cover gP. 29 Tripod socket Cradle connector gP. 104 Status Power lamp Status Power lamp Camera on Lit (green) Voice playback paused
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    button gP. 15 Mode switch gP. 10 Power lamp gP. 173 Names of parts Monitor gP. 176 Arrow pad Remote control receiver gP. 76 Strap eyelet Speaker Arrow pad ([\^]) gP. 14, 15 Custom button (z) gP. 97 Print button (
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    Names of parts Cradle Names of parts A/V OUT jack (MONO) gP. 76 Camera connector gP. 104 DC-IN jack gP. 154 USB connector gP. 117 Miscellaneous Dock&Done connector gP. 104 13 175
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    ] for the [INFO] setting. (Shooting mode 12 3 4 12 3 4 5 7 6 8 9 10 11 12 +2.0 4M 5 13 14 Still picture 15 16 5 17 8 9 10 18 11 12 +2.0 15 16 17 0:30 18 13 14 Movie Item 1 Shooting mode 2 Battery check Indications d, N, I, J, K, L, h, etc. e, f 3 Memory indicator IN, xD
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    of parts Names of parts Item 12 Sound record R Indications 13 Record mode B5M, e3M, f2M, L1M, E(for still pictures), F, M(for movies) 14 Number of storable still 5 pictures Remaining recording time 00:30 15 Spot metering n 16 White balance 5, 3, 1, > 17 AF target mark 18 Memory gauge
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    100-0005 7 SIZE:320 240 8 +2.0 9 WB AUTO 10 '05.06.02.12:30 11 00:00:00/12:56:34 12 Movie Item 1 Battery check e, f Indications Ref. page - 2 Memory 46 11 Date and time '05.12.11 15:30 P. 101 12 Frame number Playing time/Total recording time 13 File number 5 00:00/00:36 M 100 - 0005
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    reference page numbers relating to camera parts, see "Names of parts". 2 IN 1 52 DOCK MODE 112 104 A Date and time 101 DCF 159 DETAIL (INFO 61 DIGITAL ZOOM 36 Direct printing 116 DOCUMENTS 33 DPOF 123, 159 E EDIT 65 EDIT (movie 73 E-MAIL VGA 24 END PLAYBACK 91 Erase 13, 79, 87 Error
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    , 71 Lithium ion battery 155 M 13 Macro 37 MEMORY FORMAT 80 METERING 47 MODE MENU 17 180 MODE RESET 102 MONITOR (voice recording) .... 90 Monitor brightness adjustment 100 Motion-JPEG 25 MOVIE PRINT IMAGE 112 PRINT ORDER 120 PRINT ORDER .......... 112, 117 Print settings 123 Protect 77
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    Remaining recording time .........25 USB 112, 116 USB cable 112, 116, 135 USB driver 131, 143 V VIDEO OUT 77 VIVID 34 VOICE QUALITY 90 VOICE REC 89 VOICE REC. END 89 VOLUME 98 W White balance 46 Miscellaneous X xD-Picture Card 29 Z Zoom 35 ZOOM DOWN (slideshow)....... 62 ZOOM
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    : Tel. 1-888-553-4448 (Toll-free) Our phone customer 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 Premises: Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany Tel: +49 40-23 77 3-0 / Fax
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Advanced
Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
IR-300
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 products, Olympus
reserves the right to update or modify
information contained in this manual.