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    Playing Back Printing Online Pictures Camera Settings 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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    the SP-310 and SP-350 This reference manual is for both the SP-310 and SP-350. The camera illustrations shown in this manual are based on the SP-350. The model name is specified when a function or configuration is unique to one model. (Basic and Advanced Manuals The instruction manual accompanying
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    manual You'll find important points for getting the most out of your camera camera easier to use. To print the pictures you have taken. To enjoy the pictures you have taken on a computer. To use OLYMPUS P. 123 8 Connecting the camera to a computer P. 139 9 Troubleshooting. For when you want to
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    the record mode 31 The internal memory and memory card 33 The card 34 Inserting and removing the card 34 3 Basic shooting functions 36 Selecting a scene mode according to the situation 37 Zooming in on your subject 41 Using the zoom 41 Using the digital zoom 41 Using macro/super macro
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    SP-350 48 Using the slave flash 49 Recording movies 50 Camera movement compensation 51 Recording sound 56 Focusing applications 57 AF mode (iESP/SPOT/AREA 57 Manual focus (FOCUS MODE 58 Fulltime AF 59 AF lock 59 AF sound with still pictures 74 Changing the monitor display (DISP./GUIDE
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    entries (UNDO ENTRY 87 Erasing pictures from albums 88 Slideshow 89 Adding sound to still pictures 91 Editing still pictures (RAW DATA EDIT/ / /REDEYE memory or card (MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT) 107 7 Settings 108 Resetting the settings to the default (RESET 109 Selecting a display language
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    camera sounds ( /BEEP/SHUTTER SOUND If an error message is displayed 133 Print camera to a computer - - - - 139 Flow 140 Using OLYMPUS Master 141 What is OLYMPUS Master 141 Installing OLYMPUS Master 142 Connecting the camera to a computer 146 Starting up OLYMPUS Master 147 Displaying camera
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    Table of Contents 10 Appendix 155 Troubleshooting 156 Error messages 156 Troubleshooting 158 Camera care 165 Batteries 166 Accessories (optional 167 AC adapter 167 Using commercially available external flashes 168 Safety Precautions 169 Glossary of terms 173 11 Miscellaneous 176 Menu
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    can achieve such effects simply by pressing the buttons on your digital camera. You can use the various functions available to adjust the brightness and white balance of your pictures, alter the focusing range, and much more. Just display a menu on the monitor and use the buttons to choose a setting
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    subject. This function allows you to set the aperture manually. The A camera sets the shutter speed automatically. g"Changing the aperture value allows you to play back still pictures or movies. You can also play back sound. g"Playback" (P. 78) TIPS • Direct button functions and menu contents vary
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    Basic operation Mode dial Mode dial notation In this manual, the following icons indicate the position of the mode dial 1 necessary for operating functions. This indicates an operation when the mode dial is set to n.
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    Direct buttons This camera features buttons for setting functions directly. 1 The direct buttons this button repeatedly to display the lines and histogram. Also press the DISP./GUIDE button to turn off the monitor. 4 QUICK VIEW button gP. 79 The last picture taken is displayed on the monitor. All
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    displayed on the monitor. gP. 88, P. 105 2 < button (Print) Prints pictures displayed on the monitor. gP. 125 3 DISP./GUIDE display in the following order. The histogram is not displayed while displaying movies. The playback screen is displayed. Detailed camera information is displayed
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    Menus Set the mode dial to any mode and press Z to display the menus on the 1 monitor. Menus are used to make each camera setting. Mode dial Basic operation Press Z About the menus The menu items displayed in shooting mode and playback mode differ. Top menu Menus are divided into shortcut menus
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    MENU RESET OK HOLD (Playback mode For still pictures gP. 72 gP. 42 gP. 26 1 For movies DIGITAL ZOOM MODE MENU RESET OK HOLD gP. 41 gP. 51 gP. 26 For movies EDIT ALBUM MODE MENU gP any mode other than h, n, and q. g"Customizing the camera (MY MODE SETUP/SHORT CUT/CUSTOM BUTTON)" (P. 118) 15
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    internal memory CARD tab data to a card. SETUP tab For setting basic camera functions and settings that make the camera easier to use. (Playback mode OFF 0° SET MEM EDIT PLAY PLAY tab For setting playback-related functions. EDIT tab For editing saved pictures. The same screen is displayed when
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    the arrow pad and Z to set menu items. Follow the operation guide and arrows on the screen to select and change settings. Ex: Top menu • The top menu is displayed. 3 Press q to select [MODE MENU]. This refers to the arrow pad (srpq). 4 Press sr to select the [CAMERA] tab, and press q. • Refer to
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    to exit the menu. SET MEM PIC CAMERA ESP/ DRIVE ISO 1/2/3/4 AUTO 64 100 200 400 TIPS • The operation guide displayed at the bottom of the screen depends on Operation guide Press psr to select a setting. Press Z to finalize the setting. SELECT GO OK Menu operation notation In this manual,
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    Basic operation Menus Using the GUIDE function 1 This camera has a GUIDE function. Pressing the DISP./GUIDE button during menu display in shooting mode or playback mode automatically displays a menu guide explaining the menus. 1 With a menu selected, hold down the DISP./GUIDE button. • The menu
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    at it carefully before taking or viewing pictures. This indicates the position of the mode dial. If multiple icons are displayed, the described function can be used in any of these modes. g"Mode dial" (P. 10), "Mode dial only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this manual. 20
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    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 in the internal memory and on the memory card? These are just some of the hints provided in
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    button. • The monitor turns on. • When you turn on the camera in shooting mode, the lens extends. (Turning the camera off Press the POWER button. • The monitor turns off. • The lens retracts. TIPS • The screen on the right is displayed when the date and time setting has returned to the factory
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    press the DISP./GUIDE button several times. g"Direct buttons" (P. 12) Monitor Viewfinder 2 You can check the picture area Camera movement does not that the camera actually occur easily and subjects can be Advantages records. seen clearly even in bright places. Little battery power is used
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    taking 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. 1/200 F4.0 0.0 2 Press the shutter button halfway until the green lamp lights. SQ1
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    the focus g"AF lock" (P. 59) Note • Press the shutter button gently. If it is pressed forcefully, the camera may move causing the picture to blur. • Never remove the batteries or disconnect the AC adapter while the orange lamp on the side of the viewfinder is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored
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    a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Select the best record mode for your purpose (printing, editing on a computer, website editing size Compression Low com- High compression pression 3072 × 2304 (SP-310) 3264 × 2448 (SP-350) SHQ HQ 2592 × 1944 Select according to print
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    from a photo store. Image size SP-310 SP-350 3072 × 2304 3264 × 2448 3072 × 2048 3264 × 2176 Raw data This is unprocessed data which has not been subjected to color conversion or white balance, sharpness and contrast adjustment. Use the OLYMPUS Master software to display the picture data on
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    recording time Tips before you start taking pictures For still pictures (SP-310) Record mode Image size RAW SHQ HQ SQ1 SQ2 3072 × HIGH NORMAL Number of storable still pictures Internal memory Using a 128 MB card With Without With Without sound sound sound sound 2 2 12 12 5 5 24 24
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    Tips before you start taking pictures Record mode For still pictures (SP-350) Number of storable still pictures Record mode Image size Internal memory Using a 128 MB card With Without With Without sound sound sound sound 2 RAW 3264 × 2448 2 2 10 10 3264 × 2448 SHQ 3:2 3264 × 2176 4
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    Record mode For movies Remaining recording time Record mode Image size Internal memory Using a 128 MB card With Without With Without 2 SHQ 640 × 480 (30 frames/sec.) sound 14 sec. sound 14 sec. sound 1 min. 10 sec. sound 1 min. 10 sec. HQ 640 × 480 (15 frames/sec.) 29 sec. 29 sec.
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    Tips before you start taking pictures Changing the record mode Record mode Top menu [MODE MENU] [PICTURE] [K] 2 g"Using the menus" (P. 17) • For hn: Top menu [K] 1 For still pictures, select from [RAW], [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] or [SQ2]. • [RAW] cannot be set in h or f mode. • If you select [RAW],
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    Record mode (JPEG copy Pictures taken in the raw data format can be stored in JPEG format at the same time as they are recorded in raw data. To record pictures in JPEG format you can select [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] or [SQ2] for the record mode, but you cannot select the image size. Pictures are
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    pictures The internal memory and memory card Pictures taken are recorded in the internal memory. Pictures can also be recorded to an optional xD-Picture Card ("card"). The card can be used to record more pictures than is possible with the internal memory of the camera. A card can be convenient
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    16 MB to 1 GB) Note • This camera may not recognize a non-OLYMPUS card or a card that was formatted on another device (such as a computer, etc.). Make sure to format the card on this camera before use. g"Formatting the internal memory or card (MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT)" (P. 107) Inserting and removing
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    you start taking pictures The internal memory and memory card (Inserting the card 3 Orient the card as shown, and insert it into the card slot as shown in the illustration. • Insert the card straight in. • Insert the card until it clicks into place. • Inserting the card in the wrong direction or
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    photographer adjusts the exposure to the optimal setting, 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
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    . Even fast-moving subjects appear to be stationary. U Night + Portrait Suitable for taking pictures of your subject against a distant night scene. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting. N Indoor Suitable for taking pictures of people indoors. The atmosphere of the
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    reproduced. X Fireworks Suitable for taking pictures of fireworks displays. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting. j Museum Suitable for taking pictures in museums and other places where flash photography and sounds
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    for taking pictures of merchandise. The camera takes 3 pictures in succession at the best size while automatically adjusting the exposure. to use the underwater housing. Note • If you select a scene that does not use the flash or a scene with a slower shutter speed, camera movement may occur.
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    pq to select the picture you want to erase, and press s. Repeat Step 1 to erase multiple pictures. SELECT GO OK The R icon is displayed on the selected picture. 2 When you have selected all the unwanted pictures, press Z. 3 Select [YES], and press Z. • The selected pictures are erased, and
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    or pull the zoom lever. • Zoom out: Push the zoom lever toward W. • Zoom in: Pull the zoom lever toward T. Zoom lever Using the digital zoom Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [DIGITAL ZOOM] [ON] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) • For n: Top menu [DIGITAL ZOOM] [ON] 1 Pull the zoom lever toward T. Optical
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    your subject Note • Taking a picture with the digital zoom may cause the picture to appear grainy. Using macro shooting functions & % Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] • For h: Top menu g"Using the menus" (P. 17) Note • During super macro mode, the zoom is not available. • If you are close to
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    Flash shooting Select the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. Flash working range W 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
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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. Basic shooting functions 1 3 Press the # button repeatedly to set the flash mode. g"Direct buttons" (P. 12) • After 2 seconds of non-operation, the
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    lamp blinks or [BUSY] is displayed. j The flash is charging to the camera, vignetting may occur with the built-in flash. To take flash pictures, use an external flash (SP-350). CAMERA] [w] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) 1 Press sr to adjust the flash intensity, and press Z. 0.0 SYNCRO FLASH DIGITAL ZOOM
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    functions 4 sec. rear curtain 4 sec. 0 front curtain rear curtain flash fires Shutter closes front curtain flash fires Shutter button fully pressed Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [#SYNCRO] [#SYNC1] / [#SYNC2] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) 46
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    flash (optional) (SP-350) Various types of flash shooting are possible with the Olympus FL series external flashes instructions on how to attach the flash, refer to the manual for the external flash. • Keep the shoe cover in a safe place to prevent it getting lost, and replace it on the camera
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    pictures may be underexposed. Using commercially available external flashes (SP-350) Provided that the flash can be connected to the Olympus FL series. 1 Attach the external flash to the hot shoe and connect it to the camera. • For instructions on how to attach the flash, refer to the manual
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    by the external flash. Also set the ISO sensitivity and aperture on the external flash to match the camera's settings. • Refer to the manual for the external flash to select its mode. 3 Note • The camera's flash mode will have no effect on the external flash. The external flash will fire even when
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    . • When there is space in the internal memory or the card, the remaining recording time (P. 30) is displayed, and the camera is ready to shoot. TIPS To record audio with the movie j Set [R] to [ON]. g"Recording sound with movies" (P. 52) To use the zoom during movie recording j If you set [R] to
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    memory or card again after formatting it with your camera. g"Formatting the internal memory or card (MEMORY FORMAT/FORMAT)" (P. 107) • In n mode, the flash and manual focus are not available. Camera 17) 0.0 Displayed during camera movement compensation. HQ 00:36 Note • When the camera moves a
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    Recording movies Recording sound with movies Sound can be recorded while shooting a movie. Top menu [MODE MENU] [R] [ON] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) 3 Note • If the camera is more than 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the source of the sound, sound may not be recorded clearly by the built-in microphone.
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    , you can be a lot more creative. Now that you have mastered basic operation, you can start enjoying your camera's more advanced functions. You can adjust the shooting conditions manually and try out different effects. For example, when taking pictures of flowers on a tree, by reducing the aperture
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    to set the aperture manually. The camera sets the shutter speed automatically. By decreasing the aperture value (F-number), the camera will focus within a 4 • When the exposure is correct, the aperture value is displayed in green. When the correct exposure cannot be obtained, the aperture value is
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    pictures This function allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The camera sets the aperture automatically. Set the shutter speed according speed is displayed in green. When the correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed is displayed in red. Note • To avoid camera movement, you
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    control, allowing you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. Advanced shooting functions 1 Adjust the aperture and shutter exposure metered as correct by the camera is shown as a range from -3.0EV to +3.0EV. • When the exposure differential is displayed in red, this range has been
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    Subject suitable for [iESP] Subject suitable for [SPOT] Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [AF MODE] [iESP] / [SPOT] / [AREA] g"Using the menus" (P. mark is displayed in green while the subject is moving. You 2 can take pictures while the AF target mark is displayed in green zoom lever is operated. 57
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    accurately focused on with auto focus, set manual focus and manually adjust the focus. Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [FOCUS MODE] [MF] g"Using the set, and MF is displayed in red on the monitor. • When Z is held down while MF is displayed, the distance indicator is displayed and the focus can be
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    focus during movie recording. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [FULLTIME AF] [ON] / [OFF] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) Note 4 • Setting [FULLTIME AF] to [ON] consumes more battery power. • [FULLTIME AF] cannot be used when [R] is set to [ON] in n mode. AF
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    memory mark is displayed. Press the [ button again to cancel the AF memory. When the AF lock was canceled even SQ1 1600×1200 4 though it was engaged 4 j Do not operate any of the buttons or the mode dial after performing the AF lock. Doing so will cancel the AF lock. j When the camera zoom.
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    of the screen. This method is used when you do not want to allow surrounding light to affect the picture. 4 Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [ESP/n] [ESP] / [n] / [4] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) AE lock This function is suitable for situations when optimum exposure is difficult to achieve, such as
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    saved while C is displayed. Press the [ button again to cancel the AE memory. When the AE lock was canceled even though it was engaged j Do not operate any of the buttons or the mode dial after performing the AE lock. Doing so will cancel the AE lock. j When the camera reactivates after sleep
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    camera's light sensitivity and ability to shoot in low light conditions. However, high sensitivity introduces noise into the resulting picture, which may give it a grainy appearance. AUTO 64/100/200/ 400 (SP-310) 50/100/200/ 400 (SP that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. You can
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    color. For setting a more precise white balance than preset white balance can provide. To set the optimum white balance for the shooting conditions, point the camera at a white object under the light source you want to use and save the white balance. 64
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    When [PRESET] is selected 1 Select a white balance setting, and press Z. PRESET WB (When [V] is selected 1 With the [ONE TOUCH WB] screen displayed, point the camera at a sheet of white paper. • Position the paper so that it fills the screen, making sure there are no shadows. 2 Press Z. • The new
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    [AUTO], colors may appear different in the resulting picture from the colors you see on the monitor. • When setting the white balance by pointing the camera at a sheet of white paper, the correct setting may not be obtained if the light reflected by the paper is too bright or too dark
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    Advanced shooting functions Adjusting a picture for recording (SHARPNESS/ CONTRAST/SATURATION) These functions adjust the sharpness, contrast and color strength of a picture. SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION This function adjusts the sharpness of the picture. This function adjusts the contrast of
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    of the CCD where no light is focused and are recorded on the picture as noise. When [NOISE REDUCTION] is set to [ON], the camera automatically reduces this noise to produce clearer pictures. ON OFF Advanced shooting functions 4 Noise is reduced. Shooting time takes Noise is not reduced. Noise
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    photos at school reunions or birthday parties. At a sporting event... Use sequential shooting mode to take a succession of shots of a goal and pick out the best ones later. In the outdoors or at scenic sites... Use panorama mode to capture a beautiful mountain range or impressive building. 69
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    ] [DRIVE] [j] / [i] / [k] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) 1 Take the picture. • Press the shutter button fully and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures in sequence until you release the button. You can only take 2 frames at a time with high speed sequential shooting. • You are recommended
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    flash is not available. • The external flash does not fire in [7] mode (SP-350). • Sequential shooting is not available when [NOISE REDUCTION] is set to [ make sure to use fully charged batteries or the AC adapter. Additional shooting functions Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [TIMELAPSE] [ON] g"Using
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    been taken, all operation buttons, the mode dial and zoom lever do not function. • If the internal memory/card becomes full or the battery power runs out during sleep mode, a warning is displayed, timelapse stops and the camera automatically turns off. Additional shooting functions Self-timer
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    shooting with Olympus cards (xD- Picture Card). Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures with overlapping edges into a single panoramic picture, using the OLYMPUS Master software. 5 to left). Top menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [PANORAMA] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) Additional shooting functions 73
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    there is no card in the camera. Panorama mode is only available with Olympus cards. • During panorama shooting, the flash, sequential shooting, and recording sound with still pictures are not available. • The camera itself cannot connect panorama pictures. The OLYMPUS Master software is necessary to
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    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. Changing the monitor display (DISP./GUIDE) This function displays histograms and lines that help you
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    FRAME ASSIST] is [OFF]. TIPS • Information is displayed on the monitor when the display is changed or menu operations are performed. For details about displayed information, refer to "Monitor Symbols & icons" in the "Basic Manual". Histogram This displays the histogram. You can take pictures while
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    the frame assist and determines the type of frame assist. Refer to this when composing your picture. OFF w x Does not display lines. Displays horizontal and vertical lines. Displays diagonal lines. Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [FRAME ASSIST] [OFF] / [w] / [x] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) 77
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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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    Playing back still pictures The 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. Playback • The last picture taken is displayed on the monitor (single-frame playback). • You can use this function in
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    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 played back on the correct date with the calendar display. g"Setting the date and time" (P. 116) Top menu [CALENDAR] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) • A monthly calendar is
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    is displayed. Playing time/Total recording time 00:00 / 00:36 Note • The orange lamp blinks while the camera is reading the movie. Reading of movies may take some time. Do not open the card cover while the orange lamp is blinking. Doing so may damage the data in the internal memory or the card
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    the position to begin movie playback (INDEX PLAY) This function displays a movie with a time index, allowing you to play back Press srpq to select a frame. • Push or pull the zoom lever to change the number of displayed index frames. 2 Press Z. • Movie playback begins from the selected frame. 6
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    them into albums. Pictures stored in the internal memory cannot be entered in albums. You can enter up to 100 pictures into each of the available 12 albums. Using the provided OLYMPUS Master software, you can enter pictures from a computer into an album on a card. (Album playback mode menu To enable
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    on the selected picture. • Press Z again to cancel the selection. • Repeat Step 3 to enter multiple pictures. • Pull the zoom lever toward T to display a picture using single-frame playback. SEL. IMAGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 GO OK EXIT OK HOLD 4 After selecting all the pictures
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    entered in multiple albums. GO OK 6 Viewing pictures in albums (SEL. ALBUM) Top menu [ALBUM] 1 Press Z. • The top menu of the album playback mode is displayed. 2 Select [SEL. ALBUM]. g"Using the menus" (P. 17) CLOSE ALBUM ALBUM MENU SEL. ALBUM UNDO ENTRY OK HOLD Playback 85
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    back. r : Jumps to the picture 10 frames ahead. • When playing back still pictures, pull the zoom lever toward T for close-up playback. During close-up playback, use the arrow pad to scroll. 5 To exit album display, press Z to display the top menu, and 6 select [CLOSE ALBUM]. Playback TIPS • To
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    saved on the card. This only removes the picture from the album. Select the album containing the picture to undo, then display the top menu. selection. • Repeat Step 2 to undo multiple pictures. • Pull the zoom lever toward T to display a picture using single-frame playback. SEL. IMAGE 1 2 3 4
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    pictures from albums You can erase pictures entered in an album. Unlike undoing album pictures, this erases the picture from the card. Display and erase a picture from an album. Note • You cannot erase protected pictures. Cancel protection before erasing such pictures. g"Protecting pictures" (P. 104
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    of the screen, and the camera gradually zooms in on the picture until it is full size. ZOOM UP The camera gradually zooms in on the current picture until it disappears. The next picture is displayed with the center enlarged, and the camera then gradually zooms out until the picture is full
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    will not stop until you cancel it by pressing Z. NORMAL SCROLL FADER ZOOM DOWN CANCEL SELECT GO OK Note • You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when running a slideshow for a long period of time. The camera will enter sleep mode after about 30 minutes and stop the slideshow
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    . Select the still picture to which you want to add sound and display the top menu. Top menu [MODE MENU] [PLAY] [R] g"Using the menus" (P. 17) 1 Press q to display [START]. SET MEM EDIT PLAY 2 Aim the camera microphone toward the sound you want to record, and press Z to start recording. • The
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    it as a new file. SEPIA Changes the picture to sepia and saves it as a new file. Select the picture that you want to edit and display the top menu. To use the [RAW DATA EDIT] function, select a picture taken with [K] set to [RAW]. Playback SET MEM EDIT PLAY Top menu [EDIT
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    2 Adjust the trimming position and size. srpq Adjusts the position of the picture. Zoom lever Adjusts the size of the picture. 3 Press Z. 4 Select [OK], and bar is displayed, the areas targeted for correction are framed in blue. 2 Press Z. CANCEL • When the blue frame is not displayed, red-eye
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    BLACK & WHITE] is • The [BUSY] bar is displayed and after the selected image is saved, the camera returns to the playback mode. Note • Editing with [RAW space in the internal memory or the card, or for movies, pictures edited with a computer, pictures taken with another camera, or pictures in raw
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    . Creates an index layout of pictures selected in normal playback, album playback or calendar display, and saves it as a new picture. Top menu [EDIT] [FRAME] / the picture, and press Z. srpq Adjusts the position of the picture. Zoom lever Adjusts the size of the picture. When you select a frame
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    to rotate the picture 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. 3 Adjust the position and size of the title, and press Z. srpq Adjusts the position of the title. Zoom lever Adjusts the size of the title. 4 Press srpq to select the color of the title, and press Z. TITLE SELECT TITLE GO OK MOVE TITLE
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    LAYOUT ALL IMAGES All pictures in the ALL IMAGES internal memory or ALBUM the card are added to the layout. gGo to Step 3. CALENDAR Repeat this step and select additional pictures until the screen in Step 3 is displayed. • Press sr to rotate the picture 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. 5 6
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    the internal memory or the card, or for movies, pictures edited with a computer, pictures taken with another camera, or pictures in raw data format. TIPS • You can change frames and titles using OLYMPUS Master software. For details, refer to the "Help" guide and the OLYMPUS Master reference manual
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    [OK], and press Z. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed and after the image is saved, the camera returns to the playback mode. NEW FILE CANCEL CANCEL SELECT space in the internal memory or the card, or for movies, pictures edited with a computer, pictures taken with another camera, or pictures in raw
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    select the last frame of the index, and press Z. GO OK 4 Select [OK], and press Z. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed. The 9 frames extracted from the movie are displayed in index format, and the camera returns to playback mode. The index is stored as a new picture. 00:00/00:36 INDEX SELECT OK RESET
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    You cannot create an index if there is insufficient memory space in the internal memory or the card. Editing a movie Top menu [MODE MENU] [ frame of the movie. q : Displays the next frame. The movie can be played continuously by holding the button down. p : Displays the previous frame. The movie
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    displayed and after the edited movie is stored as a new movie or the original movie is overwritten, the camera returns to the playback mode. 00:00/00:36 EDIT SELECT OK RESET CANCEL GO OK Note • You cannot select [NEW FILE] if there is insufficient memory space in the internal memory or the card
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    the arrow pad to select the picture you want to display. • The camera's monitor stays off. TIPS • The close-up playback, index display and slideshow functions can also be used on a TV screen. • You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when playing back pictures on a TV. Note • Make sure
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    and select [OFF]. 100- 0004 SQ1 '05. 09. 26 12:30 4 6 Displayed when a picture is protected. Playback Copying pictures in the internal memory to the card (BACKUP) Pictures recorded to the internal memory can be copied to a card (backup). A backup does not erase the pictures in the internal
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    or damaged. It is recommended that you use the AC adapter. • Never open the card cover or remove the batteries while the camera is backing up data. Also, do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter. The internal memory or the card may not operate properly. Erasing pictures 6 This function erases
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    to erase, and press the S button. g "Direct buttons" (P. 12) 2 Select [YES], and press Z. • The displayed picture is erased. All-frame erase ERASE SELECT YES NO GO OK Top menu [MODE MENU] [MEMORY (CARD)] [ALL ERASE] 6 g"Using the menus" (P. 17) Playback 1 Select [YES], and press Z. • All the
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    NO SELECT GO OK Note • Do not do any of the following during formatting as such actions may damage the card. Opening the battery compartment cover, opening the card cover, connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter (regardless of whether there are batteries in the camera or not) Playback 107
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    7 Settings 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 or select the beep or shutter sounds. Making use of these functions will make such
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    GO OK Selecting a display language You can select a language for on-screen display. Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. 7 Top menu [MODE add other languages to your camera with the provided OLYMPUS Master software. For details, refer to the help in the
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    1 2 SELECT GO OK Settings Note • If [SCREEN] is set to [OFF], [SOUND] cannot be set. Screen setup You can select the pictures that are displayed when the power is turned on and turned off. Still pictures in the internal memory or the card can be registered. Use [PW ON SETUP] or [PW OFF SETUP
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    picture you have just taken. Pressing the shutter button halfway during Rec View lets you resume shooting immediately. The picture being recorded is not displayed. This is useful when you want to prepare for your next shot while the previous picture is being recorded. Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP
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    SVSOetLteinUtgMtcEian)mgeracsaoumndse(rBaeepssoouundn/BdEsEP(/S8 HUT/TBEER SEOPUN/ D/ SHUTTER SOUND/VOLUME) 8 Select [OFF], [LOW] or [HIGH] for the camera warning sound. BEEP Select [OFF], [1] or [2] for the sound of the button operations, for example when making menu selections. You can also
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    selected [1] or [2], select [LOW] or [HIGH] and press Z. ( VOLUME SHUTTER SOUND OFF 1 LOW 2 HIGH SELECT GO OK Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [VOLUME folder names for recorded pictures are automatically generated by the camera. File names and folder names respectively include file numbers (
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    from which you can choose: [RESET] or [AUTO]. Choose the one that is best for you when transferring images to a computer. RESET AUTO 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
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    1 Press q. When [START] is displayed, press Z. • The [BUSY] bar is displayed during pixel mapping. When pixel mapping is finished, the screen returns to the mode menu. SETUP MEM PIC CAM PIXEL MAPPING START DUAL TIME SETUP m/ft Note • If you turn the camera off during pixel mapping, check must
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    p. 3 7 • The first two digits of the year are fixed. Repeat this displayed as 14:00. 4 Press Z. • For a more accurate setting, press Z when the time signal hits 00 seconds. Note • The date and time settings will be returned to the factory default settings if the camera is left without batteries
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    . • To move back to the previous setting, press p. • The first two digits of the year are fixed. • The date format is the same as that set 00 : 00 7 SELECT SET GO OK • The time is displayed in the 24-hour format. Consequently, 2 p.m. is displayed as 14:00. 4 Press Z. • For a more accurate
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    the manual focus mode. m At long ranges, the camera measures in meters, and at short ranges in centimeters. ft At long ranges, the camera measures SETUP You can set shooting-related functions. You can also save the current camera settings. When the mode dial is set to r, your customized settings are
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    Customizing the camera (MY MODE SETUP/SHORT CUT/CUSTOM BUTTON) CUSTOM 9 P. 56 Y 9 9 9 P. 72 w 9 9 - P. 45 #SYNCRO 9 9 9 P. 46 QFLASH 9 9 9 P. 47 DIGITAL ZOOM 9 9 9 P. 41 NOISE REDUCTION 9 9 9 P. 68 AF MODE 9 9 9 P. 57 FOCUS MODE 9 9 9 P. 58 FULLTIME AF
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    76 FRAME ASSIST 9 - - P. 77 *1 Set to light the monitor when the camera is turned on. *2 For [ZOOM], select from 38 mm, 50 mm, 80 mm, 100 mm, 114 mm (these the current camera settings. RESET Restores the factory default settings. CUSTOM Saves settings one by one. BEEP SHUTTER SOUND MY MODE
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    settings. If you selected [CURRENT] in Step 1 Select [SET], and press Z. • The current camera settings are saved in the selected My Mode. MY MODE SETUP SET CURRENT SETTING SET CANCEL SELECT GO be saved in the [CURRENT] setting, the zoom position will be saved as the closest of the 5 settings in
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    Customizing the camera (MY MODE SETUP/SHORT CUT/CUSTOM BUTTON) (Setting shortcuts Top menu [MODE MENU] [ A B C SELECT GO OK 2 Select a function, and press Z. • The screen in Step 1 is displayed. SHORT CUT ESP/ 3 Press Z. 7 (Setting the custom button SELECT DRIVE ISO GO OK Settings Top menu
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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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    types, ink cassettes, etc., refer to the printer's instruction manual. Note • You are recommended to use the optional AC adapter when printing pictures. 8 If you use batteries, make sure that they are sufficiently charged. If the camera stops operating while communicating with the printer, the
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    of the provided USB cable into the camera's multi-connector and the other end into the printer's USB connector. • The [EASY PRINT START] screen is displayed. • For details of how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer's instruction manual. 3 Press the < button
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    printer's USB connector. • The camera turns on automatically. • The monitor turns on and the selection screen for the USB connection is displayed. • For details of how to turn the printer on and the position of the USB port, refer to the printer's instruction manual. Multi-connector 126 Printing
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    . g"Printing pictures (EASY PRINT)" Step 3 (P. 125) (To select the pictures to print When there is a card in the camera, a screen is displayed for selecting the pictures you want to print. Select [ALL IMAGES] or [ALBUM], and press Z. To select an album, select [ALBUM], and press Z. 3 Select
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    Direct printing (PictBridge) 5 Press pq to select a picture, and press s. • [SINGLE PRINT] is set. 6 Press Z. • The [PRINT] screen is displayed. SELECT SINGLEPRINT 100- 0004 PRINT OK MORE Printing pictures 7 Select [PRINT], and press Z. • Printing starts. • When printing is finished, the [PRINT
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    MODE SELECT] screen, press p. • A message is displayed. 9 Remove the USB cable from the camera. • The camera turns off. Direct printing (PictBridge) PRINT MODE SELECT PRINT ALL PRINT MULTI PRINT ALL INDEX EXIT SELECT GO OK 10Remove the USB cable from the printer. 8 Printing pictures 129
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    mode. If the following screen is displayed, perform the operations according to the operation guide. Selecting the picture to print (available only when a card is inserted) ALL IMAGES ALBUM Allows you to select from all pictures in the internal memory or the card to print. Select an album and
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    varies depending on the printer. Note • If the [PRINTPAPER] screen is not displayed, [SIZE], [BORDERLESS] and [PICS/SHEET] are set to [STANDARD]. Selecting the to print. You can also use the zoom lever and select a picture from the index display. PRINT SINGLE PRINT MORE Prints one copy of the
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    part of a picture and prints it. PRINT INFO 1 DATE WITHOUT FILE NAME WITHOUT SELECT SET GO OK Setting the trimming position and size [P] 1 Use the zoom lever to adjust the trimming size and the arrow pad to adjust the trimming position, and press Z. 2 Select [OK], and press Z. GO OK Note
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    Direct printing (PictBridge) If an error message is displayed If an error message is displayed on the camera's monitor during direct print setting or printing, see the following table. For more details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. Monitor indication NO CONNECTION NO PAPER NO INK
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    at a photo store that supports DPOF. DPOF is a standard format used to record automatic print information from digital cameras. It allows you to '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
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    If there is not enough space in the card memory, you may not be able to enter the reservation data. [CARD FULL] will be displayed. • You can make DPOF print reservations for up to 999 images per card. • Even if an image is displayed with the message [PICTURE ERROR], it may be possible to make print
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    the operation guide to make settings. For album playback mode, select the album that you want to make the print reservations for, and display the top the picture 1 Push or pull the zoom lever toward W or T. • The trimming frame is displayed. 2 Use the zoom lever to adjust the trimming size and
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    SELECT GO OK All-frame reservation Reserves all the pictures stored on the card. The number of prints is set at one print per picture. You the album. Select the album that you want to make the print reservations for, and display the top menu. Top menu [MODE MENU] [PLAY] [
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    a selected picture Printing pictures 1 Select [
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    is just one 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
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    be downloaded using the optional PC card adapter. For details, visit the Olympus web site at the address shown 9 on the back cover of this manual. Note • It is recommended that you use the optional AC adapter when connecting the camera to a computer. If you use batteries, make sure they have
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    is OLYMPUS Master? OLYMPUS Master is application software for editing images taken with a digital camera on a computer. Installing it on your computer lets you do the following: Download images from the camera or other media Manage images You can organize your images using the calendar display
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    OLYMPUS Master software, please confirm that your computer is compatible with the following system requirements. For newer operating systems, please refer to the Olympus web site as shown on the back cover of this manual using Windows 98SE, the USB driver is installed automatically. Macintosh OS
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    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 screen is not
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    and click "Yes". • A screen asking whether or not you want to install Adobe Reader is displayed. Adobe Reader is required to read the OLYMPUS Master instruction manual. If this screen is not displayed, Adobe Reader is already installed on your computer. 5 To install Adobe Reader, click "OK". • To
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    the camera to a computer 6 Follow the on-screen instructions. • The screen confirming that installation is completed is displayed. Click "Finish". Using OLYMPUS Master 7 Select the option to restart immediately when the screen asking you if you wish to restart the computer is displayed and
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    is displayed. The camera is recognized as a "Removable Disk". • Macintosh The iPhoto program is the default application for managing digital images. When you connect your digital camera for the first time, the iPhoto application starts automatically, so close this application and start OLYMPUS
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    Connecting the camera to a computer Starting up OLYMPUS Master Windows 1 Double-click the "OLYMPUS Master" icon desktop. on the • The main menu is displayed. • When OLYMPUS Master is started up for the first time after installation, the "Registration" dialog box is displayed before the main menu
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    up OLYMPUS Master (OLYMPUS Master main menu 7 1 6 2 3 5 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 "Online Print" button The online print window is displayed
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    the "Browse" window. Note • The orange lamp blinks while downloading images. Do not do any of the following while the lamp is blinking. 9 • Open the camera's card cover. • Open the camera's battery compartment cover. • Connect or disconnect the AC adapter. 149
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    . 2 Make the following preparations for disconnecting the USB cable. Windows 98SE 1 Double-click the "My Computer" icon and right-click the "Removable Disk" icon to display the menu. 2 Click "Eject" on the menu. Orange lamp Connecting the camera to a computer Windows Me/2000/XP 1 Click the
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    not being downloaded from the camera and that all applications are closed. Click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon again and disconnect the cable. Viewing still pictures and movies 1 Click "Browse Images" on the OLYMPUS Master main menu. 2 • The "Browse" window is displayed. Double-click the still
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    adjustment slider. Connecting the camera to a computer Printing pictures Pictures can be printed from the photo, index, postcard and calendar 9 menus. The explanation below uses the photo menu. 1 Click "Print Images at Home" on the OLYMPUS Master main menu. • The print menu is displayed. 152
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    Connecting the camera to a computer 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 your image,
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    the USB driver. Before connecting the camera to your computer with the USB cable, double-click the files from the following folders on the provided OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM a USB port added by means of an extension card, etc. • Computers without a factory-installed OS and home-built computers. 154
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    chapter contains useful information from OLYMPUS. • When you get an error message while using the camera... • When you press the POWER button but nothing happens... • When you want to know how to safely store your camera... • When you don't understand a term used in the manual...Here is where you'll
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    There are no pictures in The internal memory or the card the internal memory or contains no pictures. on the card. Record pictures. r PICTURE ERROR There is a problem with the selected picture and it cannot be played back on this camera. Use image processing software to view the picture on
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    Troubleshooting Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action Y/M/D When the camera is used for the first time or the batteries have been removed for a long time, the date and time are on the factory default setting. Set the date/time. CARD SETUP POWER OFF FORMAT SELECT GO OK This
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    the batteries. - power during shooting or (Wait until the orange lamp turns off when while the images were blinking.) being written to the internal memory or the card. The memory gauge is full. Wait until there is space in the memory gauge. - There is a problem with See "Error messages
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    . To take pictures closer than 20 cm (7.9 in.) with the zoom in the maximum wide position, use the super macro mode. The subject is dark. Set [AF ILLUMINATOR] to [ON]. Auto focus is not possible. There is condensation* inside the camera. Use manual focus or focus lock to focus on the subject and
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    inside your coat or clothing. The remaining battery When battery consumption fluctuates - power is not indicated considerably, the camera may turn off correctly. without displaying the battery warning indicator. Insert new batteries or charge the batteries. The green and orange lamps on the
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    Troubleshooting (Playback of recorded images Possible cause Corrective action The pictures in the internal memory cannot be played back. The card is inserted in When a card is inserted, only pictures on the the camera. card can be played back. Remove the card. The picture is out of focus. A
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    Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective action The picture is too dark. The flash was blocked Hold the camera the light source. Part of the picture is dark. The lens was partly Hold the camera correctly, keeping your blocked by your finger or fingers and the strap away from the lens
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    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. The camera is connected to a TV. The monitor does not function when the AV cable is connected to the camera. Single-frame erase and all
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    does not support PictBridge. Refer to the instruction manual for your printer. Or, contact your printer manufacturer. The camera is not recognized by the computer. The computer failed to Disconnect the USB cable from the camera, recognize the camera. and connect it again. The USB driver has not
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    as benzene or alcohol, or chemically treated cloth. • Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty. ( Storage • When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the batteries, AC adapter and card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated. • Periodically insert the
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    more details, refer to the instruction manual attached to the charger. This camera uses two NiMH batteries. Lithium battery pack (CR-V3) The Olympus CR-V3 lithium battery pack has a long service life allowing you to use the camera longer than with alkaline batteries. However, it cannot be recharged
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    Accessories (optional) AC adapter An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer. Use the Olympus AC adapter to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. Do not use any other AC adapter with this camera. DC-IN jack AC wall outlet Power plug
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    may damage the camera, and/or the camera may not function unit or calculate the distance in the manual mode and use it that way. (5) ideal is to have a wide angle adapter to fit on the flash and spread other accessory TTL flash that has additional communications functions other than an Olympus FL
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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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    batteries outside these ranges could shorten battery life or affect battery performance. Always unload the batteries from the camera before storing the camera for a long period. • Before using NiMH or NiCd batteries, always read the provided instructions product. • Olympus makes no representations
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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. • Olympus reserves all rights to this manual. Warning Unauthorized photographing or use
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    to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio for help. Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal
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    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. Eclipsing (Vignetting) This refers to when an
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    still images. Photographs (pictures) taken using this camera are recorded onto the card in JPEG format. By downloading these images to a computer, users can edit them using graphics application software or view the images using an Internet web browser. M (Manual) Mode The user sets both the aperture
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    by a synchronization cord. It flashes in phase with the flash on the camera and can be used for lighting techniques, such as changing the way shadows are cast on a subject. 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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    This chapter contains all the camera functions described in Chapters 1 to 9. Refer here for lists of the top menus and mode menus. The index helps you find the pages containing a function or item that you are looking for. For effective use of the manual, reference page numbers are listed
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    Ref. Page MODE MENU CAMERA ESP/n & DRIVE ISO r1/2/3/4*1 Y w #SYNCRO QFLASH DIGITAL ZOOM NOISE REDUCTION AF MODE FOCUS MODE FULLTIME AF PANORAMA R TIMELAPSE ESP, n, 4 OFF, &, % o, j, i, k, 7 P. 61 P. 42 P. 70 AUTO, 64, 100, 200, 400 (SP-310) AUTO, 50, 100, 200, 400 (SP-350) s MY MODE 1 - d MY
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    MEMORY FORMAT (CARD) (FORMAT) BACKUP YES, NO YES, NO P. 107 P. 104 SETUP RESET W* YES, NO P. 109 P. 109 PW ON SCREEN SETUP SOUND OFF, 1, 2 OFF, 1, 2 P. 110 P. 110 PW OFF SCREEN SETUP SOUND OFF, 1, 118 * Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. 178
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    A, S, M, r, f) Top menu Tab Item Sub menu Settings Ref. Page (Y)*2 P. 72 (K)*2 P. 31 SCENE/(&)*3 P. 37, 42 *1 Only available in r mode. *2 The function registered in [SHORT CUT] is displayed. *3 In f mode, [SCENE] is displayed. In other modes, the function registered in [SHORT CUT] is
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 180
    200, 400 (SP-310) AUTO, 50, 100, 200, 400 (SP-350) OFF, ON OFF, ON P. 63 P. 59 P. 52 PICTURE WB AUTO PRESET V > SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION P. 64 5, 3, 4, 1, w, x, P. 64 y P. 64 RED7 - BLUE7 P. 66 -5 - +5 P. 67 -5 - +5 P. 67 -5 - +5 P. 67 MEMORY MEMORY FORMAT (CARD) (FORMAT) BACKUP
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 181
    Top menu Tab Item Sub menu Settings Ref. Page MODE MENU MEMORY MEMORY FORMAT (CARD) (FORMAT) BACKUP YES, NO YES, NO P. 107 P. 104 SETUP RESET W* PW ON SCREEN SETUP SOUND PW OFF SCREEN SETUP SOUND REC VIEW 8 BEEP SHUTTER SOUND FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING s X DUAL TIME SETUP m/ft VIDEO OUT AF
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 182
    R ALBUM ENTRY OFF, ON +90°, 0°, -90° NORMAL, SCROLL, FADER, ZOOM DOWN, ZOOM UP, CHECKERBOARD, BLINDS, SWIVEL, RANDOM
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 183
    Settings Ref. Page MODE MENU EDIT*2 SETUP RESET W*1 PW ON SCREEN SETUP SOUND PW OFF SCREEN SETUP SOUND SCREEN SETUP VOLUME 8 BEEP s X DUAL TIME SETUP VIDEO OUT YES, NO depending on the area where you purchased this camera. *2 This is the same as the [MODE MENU] [EDIT] menu. Miscellaneous 11
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 184
    , P. 101 CANCEL MEMORY ALL ERASE (CARD) MEMORY FORMAT (FORMAT) BACKUP YES, NO YES, NO YES, NO P. 106 P. 107 P. 104 SETUP RESET W* PW ON SCREEN SETUP SOUND PW OFF SCREEN SETUP SOUND VOLUME 8 BEEP s 80 11 * Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera. 184
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 185
    OK, CANCEL P. 86 SEL. IMAGE, UNDO ALL, P. 87 CANCEL
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 186
    settings The functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. Shooting mode Miscellaneous Information display (DISP./GUIDE) Optical zoom FNo. SHUTTER SPEED F Flash AEL ESP/n & DRIVE ISO r1/2/3/4 Y w #SYNCRO QFLASH DIGITAL ZOOM NOISE REDUCTION AF MODE FOCUS MODE FULLTIME AF
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 187
    ON A: Y, B: K, C: & ON w AE LOCK Playback mode Information display (DISP./GUIDE) 0 y m R VOLUME Information off screen OFF 0° NORMAL OFF 3 Others Monitor ON W* PW ON SETUP SCREEN: OFF, SOUND: OFF PW OFF SETUP 8 SCREEN: OFF, SOUND: OFF LOW Miscellaneous BEEP 1 - LOW s ±0 X Y-M-D 2005
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 188
    $ 9 - Information display - 9 Optical zoom 9 9 F - 9 - 9 AE LOCK - 9 - AF LOCK - 9 - AREA - 9 - ESP/n & - 9 - 9 - % DRIVE ISO 9 - - 9 9*1 - -9 9*2 9 Miscellaneous Y 9 - w - 9 - #SYNCRO - 9 - QFLASH 11 IN (SP-310) - IN+Q (SP-350) - Q (SP-350
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 189
    9 R (movies) - 9 h - 9 K 9*3 9 9 WB - 9 > - 9 SHARPNESS - 9 CONTRAST - 9 SATURATION - 9 MEMORY FORMAT (FORMAT) 9 BACKUP 9 RESET 9 W 9 PW ON SETUP 9 PW OFF SETUP 9 REC VIEW 8 9 - 9 Miscellaneous BEEP 9 SHUTTER SOUND 9 - MY MODE SETUP - 9 - FILE NAME
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 190
    X j P d i e f k a l Z a Flash 9 -9 - 9 Optical zoom 9 - 9 - AREA & % 9 - 9 9 - 9- 9 9*1 9 9 - 9- 9 - 9 DRIVE 9 -9- 9 - 9 ISO Y w #SYNCRO 9 9 9 -9 - 9 -9 - -9 -9 9 9 DIGITAL ZOOM 9 - NOISE REDUCTION - 9*2 - 9*2 9 - AF MODE 9 - 9 Miscellaneous
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 191
    63 AV cable 102 AVAILABLE LIGHT PORTRAIT 38 B BACKUP 104 Battery 166, 169 BEACH 39 BEEP 112 Beep sound 112 BEHIND GLASS 38 BLACK & WHITE 92 BLINDS 89 BRIGHTNESS 98 C CALENDAR (edit 95 CALENDAR (playback) ...... 79, 80 Camera movement compensation 51 CANDLE 38 Card 34 Card cover
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 192
    101 Error messages 133 display 13, 75 Internal memory 33 ISO 63, 174 J JPEG 26, 32, 174 L LANDSCAPE 37 LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT 37 LAYOUT 95 Lithium battery pack 166 M m/ft 118 Macro mode 42 Manual focus 58 Manual mode 56, 174 MEMORY FORMAT .......... 107 Memory indicator 33 Menu guide
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 193
    battery 166 Noise reduction ..........68, 174 NORMAL 89 NTSC 103, 174 Number of prints 132 Number of storable still pictures 28 O OLYMPUS Master 141 One-touch 64 Optical zoom 26, 31 Recording sound ...... 52, 74, 91 Recording sound with movies 52 Recording sound with still pictures
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 194
    priority mode ....55, 175 SHUTTER SOUND 112 Shutter speed 55 Single-frame cable ...... 125, 126, 146, 154 USB driver 142, 154 V VIDEO OUT 103 Viewfinder 23 VOLUME 112 W WB 64 White balance compensation 66 X xD 33 xD-Picture Card 34 Z Zoom 41 ZOOM DOWN 89 Zoom lever 41, 79 ZOOM
  • Olympus SP 310 | SP-310 Advanced Manual (English) - Page 195
    : 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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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.
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