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● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read theseinstructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.
● We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.● In the interest of continually improving our products, Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information
contained in this manual.● The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may
Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode.
There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or thes mode (p. 26).
Function menuFunction menuPressH during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu is used to choose the shooting modeand provides access to frequently used shooting settings.
To select the shooting modeUseHI to select a shooting mode and press theQ button.
To select the function menuUseFG to select a menu and useHI to select a menu option. Press theQ
Always use SD/SDHC memory cards with thiscamera. Do not insert any other types of memorycard.
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Battery/card
compartmentcover
2
Write-protect switch
Battery lock
knob
Insert the battery with theC symbol on the sameside as the battery lock knob. Damage to the battery
exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or anexplosion.
Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob inthe direction of the arrow.
Slide the battery lock knob in the direction of thearrow to unlock, and then remove the battery.
Turn off the camera before opening the battery/cardcompartment cover.
When using the camera, be sure to close the battery/
card compartment cover.
Insert the card straight until it clicks into place.
Do not touch the contact area directly.
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This camera allows the user to take pictures using theinternal memory even when no SD/SDHC memorycard (sold separately) is inserted.“Using an SD/SDHC memory card” (p. 60)
“Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuousrecording length (movies) in the internal memory and
To remove the SD/SDHC memory cardTo remove the SD/SDHC memory card
1 2
Press the card in until it clicks and comes out slightly,then grab the card and pull it out.
Charging the battery and setting up
using the supplied CD
Connect the camera to the computer to charge the battery
and use the supplied CD for setup.
User registration using the supplied CD and
installation of [ib] computer software is available onWindows computers only.
The camera battery can be charged while the camera is
connected to a computer.The indicator lamp lights during charging and turnsoff when charging is complete.
Charging takes up to 3 hours.
If the indicator lamp does not light, the camera is notcorrectly connected or the battery, camera, computer,or USB cable may not be functioning as expected.
We recommend that you use a computer equipped
with Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later), WindowsVista, or Windows 7. See “Charging the battery withthe supplied USB-AC adapter” (p. 16) if you are usinga different computer or wish to charge the battery
without using a computer.
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WindowsWindows
1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.
Windows XP
A “Setup” dialog will be displayed.
Windows Vista/Windows 7
An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click“OLYMPUS Setup” to display the “Setup” dialog.
If the “Setup” dialog is not displayed, select “MyComputer” (Windows XP) or “Computer” (WindowsVista/Windows 7) from the start menu. Double-clickthe CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Setup) icon to open the“OLYMPUS Setup” window and then double-click
“Launcher.exe”.
If a “User Account Control” dialog is displayed, click
If nothing is displayed on the camera screen evenafter connecting the camera to the computer, thebattery may be exhausted. Leave the cameraconnected to the computer until the battery has
charged, then disconnect and reconnect the camera.
Connecting the cameraConnecting the camera
Multi-connector
USB cable (supplied)
Computer (on and running)
Indicator lamp Connector cover
3 Register your Olympus product.
Click the “Registration” button and follow the on-screen instructions.
4 Install OLYMPUS Viewer 2 and [ib] computer
software.Check the system requirements before beginninginstallation.
Click the “OLYMPUS Viewer 2” or “OLYMPUS ib”
button and follow the on-screen instructions toinstall the software.
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OLYMPUS Viewer 2
OperatingSystem
Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) /Windows Vista / Windows 7
* Other languages can be selected from the language
combo box. For information on using the software, see
online help.
3 Copy the camera manual.Click the “Camera Instruction Manual” button toopen the folder containing the camera manuals.Copy the manual for your language to the
The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafterreferred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on
the region where you purchased the camera. The supplied USB-AC adapter is for charging and
playback only. Do not take pictures while the USB-ACadapter is connected to the camera. The cameracannot playback without the battery even whenconnected to the USB-AC adapter.
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AC outlet AC outlet
USB cable
(supplied)
USB cable
(supplied)
USB
connector USB
connector
Multi-
connector
Connector
cover
Multi-
connector
Connector
cover
2
Indicator lamp
On: Charging
Off: Charged
The battery is not fully charged at the time ofpurchase. Before use, be sure to charge the batteryuntil the indicator lamp turns off (up to 3 hours).
If the indicator lamp does not light, the camera is notcorrectly connected or the battery, camera, or USB- AC adapter may not be functioning as expected.
For details on the battery and the USB-AC adapter,see “The battery and USB-AC adapter” (p. 59).
The battery can be charged while the camera isconnected to the computer. Charging time variesdepending on the performance of a computer. (Theremay be cases in which it takes approx. 10 hours.)
When to charge the batteriesWhen to charge the batteriesCharge the battery when the error message shown belowappears.
Operation guides displayed at the bottom of the screenindicate that them button,Q button, or zoom buttonsshould be used.
MENUOK
Sel. Image
Erase/Cancel
Operation guide
OKSet
MENU OKSetExit
Digital Zoom Off
AF Illuminat. On
AF Mode Face/iESP
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2
1
2
Icon Guide On
Compression Normal
Image Size 14MReset
Date, time, time zone, and language
The date and time set here are saved to image file names,date prints, and other data. You can also choose thelanguage for the menus and messages displayed in the
monitor.
1 Press then button to turn on the
camera.
The date and time setting screen is displayed whenthe date and time are not set.
When the camera focuses on the subject, theexposure is locked (shutter speed and aperturevalue are displayed), and the AF target mark
changes to green.The camera was unable to focus if the AF targetmark flashes red. Try focusing again.
PP
1/4001/400 F2.8F2.8
AF target mark
Press halfway
Shutter speed Aperture value
“Focusing” (p. 56)
4 To take the picture, gently press the shutter
button all the way down while being careful
not to shake the camera.
PP
1/4001/400 F2.8F2.8
Image review screen
Press fully
To view images during shootingTo view images during shootingPressing theq button enables playback of images. Toreturn to shooting, either press theq button or press the
shutter button halfway down.
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Shooting movies
1 Press theR button to start recording.
0:00RECREC
0:34
0:00
0:34
0:00RECREC
0:340:00
0:34
Lights up red when recording
Current length
Continuousrecording
length (p. 62)
Sound will also be recorded.
The shooting mode selected for still photographyapplies to movies (some shooting modes have noeffect).
2 Press theR button again to end recording.
During sound recording, only the digital zoom can beused. To record a movie with optical zoom, set [R]
Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range.
Pressing the wide
(W) button
Pressing the telephoto
(T) button
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AUTO
WB
AUTO
WB
AUTOISOAUTO
ISO
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AUTO
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Zoom bar
Optical zoom: 5× Digital zoom: 4×
To take larger images [Digital Zoom]To take larger images [Digital Zoom]
The type and amount of zoom can be identified fromthe appearance of the zoom bar. The display differsdepending on the options selected for [Digital Zoom](p. 36) and [Image Size] (p. 34).
[Off] selected for [Digital Zoom]:
Image size Zoom bar
14M
Optical zoom range
Other Image zoomed and cropped.*1
[On] selected for [Digital Zoom]:
Image size Zoom bar
14M
Digital zoom range
Other Image zoomed and
cropped.*1
Digital zoom range
*1 If an image size is less than the full resolution after
reaching the maximum optical zoom, the camera will
automatically resize and crop the image to the selected
image size and enter the digital zoom range if [Digital
The display of the screen information can be changed to
best match the situation, for example, the need for a clearview of the screen or for making a precise composition byusing the grid display.
1 PressF (INFO).
The displayed shooting information changes inthe order shown below each time the button ispressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 10)
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AUTOWBAUTO
WB
AUTOISOAUTO
ISO
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0.00.0
AUTOWBAUTO
WB
AUTOISOAUTO
ISO
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14M
Normal
Detailed
No information
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Viewing images
1 Press theq button.
Number of frames/Total number of images
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Playback image
2 UseHI to select an image.
Displays
previous image
Displays next
image
HoldI to fast forward and holdH to reverse. The display size of the images can be changed.
“Index view and close-up view” (p. 24)
To play sound recordingsTo play sound recordingsTo play sound recorded with an image, select the imageand press theQ button. A! icon appears on imageswith which sound has been recorded.
To select an image in index viewTo select an image in index viewUseFGHI to select an image, and press theQ button to display the selected image in single-image view.
To scroll an image in close-up viewTo scroll an image in close-up view
UseFGHI to move the viewing area.
Changing the image information
display
Shooting information settings displayed on the screen canbe changed.
1 PressF (INFO).
The displayed image information changes in
the order shown below each time the button ispressed.
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1/1000 F2.8 2.0
AUTOWB
100ISOP
NORM 14 M
FILE 100 0004
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Detailed
No information
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Using the menu guide
Pressing theE button in the setup menu displays adescription of the current item.
To change the shooting modeTo change the shooting mode
The shooting mode (P,M,N,s,P,~)
can be changed by using the function menu.“Using the Menu” (p. 4)
The default settings of the function are highlighted in.
Shooting with automatic settings
( M mode)
According to the scene, the camera automatically selectsthe optimal shooting mode from [Portrait]/[Landscape]/[Night+Portrait]/[Sport]/[Macro]. This is a fully automaticmode that allows the user to take pictures using the
best mode for the shooting scene simply by pressing theshutter button.
1 Set the shooting mode toM.
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The icon changes depending on the scene
that the camera automatically selects.
In some cases, the camera may not select thedesired shooting mode.
When the camera cannot identify which is the optimalmode, [Program Auto] will be selected.
There are some limitations on settings inM mode.
Reducing blur on shooting ( N mode)
This mode enables the user to reduce blur that is causedby camera shake and subject movement.
For more natural coloring, choose a white balance option
suited to the scene.
1 Select the white balance option in theshooting function menu.
WB Auto
WB
0.00.0
AUTOWBAUTO
WB
AUTOISOAUTOISO
PP
2 UseHI to select the setting option, and
press theQ button to set.
Option Description
WB AutoThe camera automatically adjuststhe white balance according to theshooting scene.
5 SunnyFor shooting outdoors under aclear sky.
3 CloudyFor shooting outdoors under acloudy sky.
1 IncandescentFor shooting under tungsten
lighting.
> FluorescentFor shooting under whitefluorescent lighting (of fices, etc.).
Selecting the ISO sensitivity
1 Select the ISO setting option in the shooting
function menu.
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0.00.0
AUTOWBAUTO
WB
400ISOISO
200ISOISO
100ISOISOISO 200
1/4001/400 F2.8F2.8
400200100ISO 200
2 UseHI to select the setting option, and
press theQ button to set.
Option Description
ISO AutoThe camera automatically adjusts thesensitivity according to the shootingscene.
ValueThe ISO sensitivity is fixed to theselected value.
“ISO” is short for “International Organizationfor Standardization.” ISO standards specify thesensitivity for digital cameras and film, thus codessuch as “ISO 100” are used to represent sensitivity.
In the ISO setting, although smaller values result inless sensitivity, sharp images can be taken under fully
lit conditions. Larger values result in higher sensitivity,and images can be taken at fast shutter speeds evenunder low light conditions. However, high sensitivityintroduces noise into the resulting picture, which maygive it a grainy appearance.
the image size andframe rate. Higherframe rates providesmoother movieimages.
Frame RateN 30fps*1/O 15fps*1
*1
frames per second “Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous
recording length (movies) in the internal memory andSD/SDHC memory cards” (p. 62)
Selecting the focusing area [AF Mode]Selecting the focusing area [AF Mode]
p (Shooting menu 1) AF Mode
Submenu 2 Application
Face/iESP
The camera focuses automatically.(If a face is detected, it is shown bya white frame*1; when the shutterbutton is pressed halfway and the
camera is able to focus, the framecolor is changed to green*2 if thecamera is able to focus. If no faceis detected, the camera chooses asubject in the frame and focuses
automatically.)
SpotThe camera focuses on the subjectlocated within the AF target mark.
AF TrackingThe camera tracks the subjectmovement automatically to focus onit continuously.
*1 For some subjects, the frame may not appear or may
take some time to appear.*2 If the frame blinks in red, the camera is unable to focus.
Try again to press the shutter button halfway.
To focus on a moving subjectTo focus on a moving subject
continuously AF Tracking)continuously (AF Tracking)1 Hold the camera to align the AF target mark on the
subject and press theQ button.
2 When the camera recognizes the subject, the AF
target mark automatically tracks the subject movementto focus on it continuously.
3 To cancel the tracking, press theQ button.
Depending on the subjects or the shooting conditions,the camera may be unable to lock the focus or fail totrack the subject movement.
When the camera fails to track the subject movement,the AF target mark changes to red.
For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4).
Shooting at higher magnifications than Using the AF illuminator to focus on a
The explanation of the selected iconwill be displayed when a shootingmode or shooting function menuicon is selected (position the cursoron the icon for a while to display the
explanation).
Icon guide
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0.00.0
AUTOWBAUTOWB
AUTOISOAUTOISO
Functions can be
changed manually.
Program AutoProgram Auto
14M
Imprinting the date of recordingImprinting the date of recording
[Date Stamp][Date Stamp]
q (Shooting menu 2) Date Stamp
Submenu 2 ApplicationOff Do not imprint the date.
OnStamp new photographs with the
date of recording.
[Date Stamp] is not available if the clock has not beenset.
“Date, time, time zone, and language” (p. 17)
The date stamp can not be deleted.
[Date Stamp] is not available in~ mode or duringsequential shooting.
For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4).
Depending on the picture, the editing may not beeffective.
The retouching process may lower the imageresolution.
Submenu 1 Application
All[Lighting Fix] and [Redeye Fix] areapplied together.
Lighting FixOnly sections darkened bybacklighting and dim lighting are
brightened.
Redeye FixEyes that are reddened by the flashare corrected.
1 UseFG to select a correction method, and press theQ button.
2 UseHI to select an image for retouching, and presstheQ button.
The retouched image is saved as a separateimage.
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Erasing images [Erase]Erasing images [Erase]
q (Playback menu) Erase
Submenu 1 Application
All Erase All images in the internal memory orcard will be erased.
Sel. ImageImages are individually selected anderased.
Erase Deletes the image displayed.
When erasing pictures in a internal memory, do notinsert the card into the camera.
When erasing pictures from the card, insert a cardinto the camera in advance.
To erase all images [All Erase]To erase all images [All Erase]1 UseFG to select [All Erase], and press theQ button.
2 UseFG to select [Yes], and press theQ button.
To individually select and erase imagesTo individually select and erase images[Sel. Image][Sel. Image]1 UseFG to select [Sel. Image], and press theQ button.
2 UseHI to select the image to be erased, and presstheQ button to add aR mark to the image.
Press the W zoom button to display an index view.Images can be quickly selected usingFGHI.
Press the T button to return to the single framedisplay.
MENUOK
Sel. Image
Erase/Cancel
R mark
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For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4).
3 Repeat Step2 to select the images to be erased,Rotating images [Rotating images [ yy ] ]
and then press them button to erase the selectedimages.
4 UseFG to select [Yes], and press theQ button.
The images with aR mark are erased.
Saving print settings to the image dataSaving print settings to the image data
[Print Order][Print Order]
q (Playback menu) Print Order
“Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 51)
Print reservation can be set only for still images that
are recorded to the card.
Protecting images [Protecting images [ ? ] ]
q (Playback menu) ?
Protected images cannot be erased by [Erase] (p. 24,39), [Sel. Image], or [All Erase] (p. 39), but all imagesare erased by [Memory Format]/[Format] (p. 41).
1 UseHI to select an image.2 Press theQ button.
Press theQ button again to cancel the settings.
3 If necessary, repeat Steps1 and2 to protect other
images, and press them button.
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q (Playback menu) y
1 UseHI to select an image.
2 Press theQ button to rotate the image.
3 If necessary, repeat Steps1 and2 to make settingsfor other images, and press them button.
The new picture orientations will be saved even afterthe power is turned off.
For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4).
[Memory Format] [Format][Memory Format]/[Format] r (Settings 1) Memory Format/Format
Before formatting, check that no important data is leftin the internal memory or card.
Cards must be formatted with this camera beforefirst use or after being used with other cameras or
computers.
Submenu 2 Application
YesCompletely erases the image datain the internal memory*1 or card(including protected images).
No Cancels formatting.
*1 Be sure to remove the card before formatting the
internal memory.
Copying images in the internal memoryCopying images in the internal memory
to the card [Backup]to the card [Backup]
r (Settings 1) Backup
Submenu 2 Application
YesBacks up image data in the internal
memory to the card.
No Cancels the backup.
It takes some time to back up data. Check thatthe battery has suf ficient power before starting the
backup.
Selecting a method for connecting theSelecting a method for connecting the
camera to other devicescamera to other devices[USB Connection][USB Connection]
r (Settings 1) USB Connection
Submenu 2 Application
AutoWhen the camera is connected toanother device, the settings selectionscreen is displayed.
Storage
Select when transferring images to acomputer or when using the suppliedsoftware with the camera connectedto a computer.
MTP
Select when transferring images toa computer running Windows Vista
or Windows 7 without using thesupplied software.
Print Select when connecting to aPictBridge-compatible printer.
Copying pictures to a computer withoutCopying pictures to a computer without
using the supplied softwareusing the supplied softwareThis camera is compatible with the USB MassStorage Class. You can transfer and save the imagedata on your computer while the camera and thecomputer are connected.
System requirementsSystem requirements
WindowsWindows XP (Service Pack 1 or later) /Windows Vista / Windows 7
Macintosh Mac OS X v10.3 or later
For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4).
Even if a computer has USB ports, proper operation Saving the mode when the camera isSaving the mode when the camera isK
Adjusting the CCD and the imageAdjusting the CCD and the image
processing function [Pixel Mapping]processing function [Pixel Mapping]
s (Settings 2) Pixel Mapping
This function has already been adjusted at factory
shipping, and no adjustment is needed rightafter purchase. Approximately once a year isrecommended.
For best results, wait at least one minute after takingor viewing pictures before performing pixel mapping.If the camera is turned off during pixel mapping, besure to perform it again.
To adjust the CCD and the imageTo adjust the CCD and the image
processing functionprocessing functionPress theQ button when [Start] (Submenu 2) isdisplayed.
The camera checks and adjusts the CCD and theimage processing function at the same time.
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s (Settings 2) s
Submenu 2 Application
Bright/NormalSelects the monitor brightnessdepending on the surroundingbrightness.
For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4).
Selecting a video signal system to match your TV [Video Out]Selecting a video signal system to match your TV [Video Out]
The TV video signal system varies depending on the countries and regions. Before viewing camera images on yourTV, select the video output according to your TV’s video signal type.
Submenu 2 Application
NTSC Connecting the camera to a TV in North America, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, and so on.
PAL Connecting the camera to a TV in European countries, China, and so on.
The factory default settings differ according to the region where the camera is sold.
To play back camera images on a TVTo play back camera images on a TV
1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]).
2 Connect the TV and camera.
Connector
cover
Connect to the TV video input
jack (yellow) and audio input
jack (white). AV cable(supplied)
Multi-connector
3 Turn on the TV, and change “INPUT” to “VIDEO (an input jack connected to the camera).”
For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV’s instruction manual.
4 Press theq button, and useHI to select the image for playback.
Depending on the TV’s settings, the displayed images and information may become cropped.
For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4).
Saving battery power between shotsSaving battery power between shots
[Po er Sa e]Setting the date and time [Setting the date and time [ XX ] ]
You will not be able to select a time zone using [World Time] if the camera clock has not first been set using [X].
Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application
Home/Alternate
xThe time in the home time zone (the time zone selected forx in
submenu 2).
zThe time in the travel destination time zone (the time selected forz insubmenu 2).
x*1 — Select the home time zone (x).
z*1, 2 — Select the travel destination time zone (z).
*1 In areas where daylight saving time is in effect, useFG to turn daylight saving time ([Summer]) on.*2 When you select a time zone, the camera automatically calculates the time difference between the selected zone and
the home time zone (x) to display the time in the travel destination time zone (z).
If the camera does not work as intended, or if an errormessage is displayed on the screen, and you are unsureof what to do, refer to the information below to fix the
problem(s).
Troubleshooting
BatteryBattery
“The camera does not work even when batteries areinstalled”.
Insert recharged batteries in the correct direction.
“Inserting the battery and the SD/SDHC memorycard (sold separately)” (p. 12), “Charging the
battery and setting up using the supplied CD”(p. 13), “Charging the battery with the suppliedUSB-AC adapter” (p. 16)
Battery performance may have been reducedtemporarily due to low temperature. Take thebatteries out of the camera, and warm them byputting them in your pocket for a while.
Card Internal memoryCard/Internal memory
“An error message is displayed”.
“Error message” (p. 55)
Shutter buttonShutter button
“No picture is taken when the shutter button ispressed”.
Cancel sleep mode.To save battery power, the camera automatically
goes into sleep mode and the monitor turns offif there is no operation for 3 minutes when thecamera is turned on. No picture is taken even ifthe shutter button is fully pressed in this mode.Operate the zoom buttons or other buttons torestore the camera from sleep mode before
taking a picture. If the camera is left for another
12 minutes, it automatically turns off. Press then button to turn the camera on.
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Press theq button to switch to the shootingmode.
Wait until#(flash charge) stops blinking before
taking pictures.
MonitorMonitor
“Dif ficult to see”.
Condensation*1 may have occurred. Turn off thepower, and wait for the camera body to becomeacclimated to the surrounding temperature and dryout before taking pictures.*1 Dew drops can form in the camera when it is
suddenly taken from a cold location into a warm,
humid room.
“Vertical lines appear on the screen”.
This condition may occur when the camera is
pointed at an extremely bright subject under a clearsky and so on. The lines do not appear, however,in the final image.
“The light is caught in the picture”.
Shooting with flash in dark situations results in animage with many flash reflections on dust in the air.
Date and time functionDate and time function
“Date and time settings return to the default setting”.
If the batteries are removed and left out of thecamera for about a day*2, the date and time
settings return to the default setting, and mustbe reset.*2 The time until the date and time settings return to
the default setting varies depending on how long
the batteries have been loaded.
“Date, time, time zone, and language” (p. 17)
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MiscellaneousMiscellaneous
“The camera makes a noise when taking pictures”.
The camera may activate the lens and make ai if ti i f d Thi
*1 It is also effective to compose the shot by holding thecamera vertically to focus, and then returning to the
horizontal position to take the picture.
When objects are at different
distances
Fast-moving object
The subject is not in the center of
the frame
g p
Taking pictures usingN mode (p. 26)
SelectC (Sport) ins mode (p. 26)
TheC (Sport) mode uses a fast shutter speedand can reduce the blur incurred by a movingsubject.
Taking pictures at a high ISO sensitivity
If a high ISO sensitivity is selected, pictures canbe taken at a high shutter speed even at locations
where a flash cannot be used.
“Selecting the ISO sensitivity” (p. 32)
Exposure (brightness)
“Taking pictures with the right brightness”
Taking pictures using [Fill In] (p. 30) flash
A subject against backlight is brightened.
Taking pictures using exposure compensation(p. 31)
Adjust the brightness while viewing the screen for
taking the picture. Normally, taking pictures of whitesubjects (such as snow) results in images that aredarker than the actual subject. Use the exposurecompensation to adjust in the positive (+) directionto express whites as they appear. When takingpictures of black subjects, on the other hand, it is
effective to adjust in the negative (-) direction.
(p. 32)Best results in most environments can normallybe obtained with the [WB Auto] setting, but for
some subjects, you should try experimentingwith different settings. (This is especially true forsunshade under a clear sky, mixed natural andartificial light settings, and so on.)
Image quality
“Taking sharper pictures”
Taking pictures with the optical zoom
Avoid using digital zoom (p. 21, 36) to takepictures.
Taking pictures at a low ISO sensitivity
If the picture is taken with a high ISO sensitivity,noise (small colored spots and color unevennessthat were not in the original image) can occur, and
the image can appear grainy. The resulting imageis grainier than with low ISO sensitivity as well.
“Selecting the ISO sensitivity” (p. 32)
Batteries
“Making batteries last longer”
Avoid any of the following operations when not
actually taking pictures because they depletethe battery power
Repeatedly pressing the shutter buttonhalfway
Repeatedly using the zoom
Set [Power Save] (p. 45) to [On]
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“Playing images in the internal memory and card”
Remove the card when playing pictures in theinternal memory
“To remove the SD/SDHC memory card” (p. 13)
Editing
“Erasing the sound recorded to a still image”
Record over the sound with silence whenplaying back the image
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty,soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipethe camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with adry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach,use a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well.
Monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Lens
Blow dust off the lens with a commercial blower, thenwipe gently with a lens cleaner.
Battery/USB-AC adapter
Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Do not use strong solvents such as benzene oralcohol, or chemically treated cloth.
Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is leftdirty.
Storage
When storing the camera for extended periods, removethe battery, USB-AC adapter and card, and keep in acool, dry place that is well ventilated.
Periodically insert the battery and test the camerafunctions.
Avoid leaving the camera in places where chemicalproducts are handled since this may result incorrosion.
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This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery(LI-70B). No other type of batteries can be used.
Caution:There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced
with the incorrect battery type.Dispose of the used battery following the instructions.(p. 66)
Power consumption by the camera varies depending on
which functions are used.
During the conditions described below, power is
consumed continuously and the battery becomesexhausted quickly.
The zoom is used repeatedly.The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly inshooting mode, activating the auto focus. A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extendedperiod of time.The camera is connected to a printer.
Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to
turn off without displaying the battery level warning.The rechargeable battery is not fully charged at the timeof purchase. Use the supplied F-2AC USB-AC adapter(hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) to charge thebattery before use.
When the included USB-AC adapter is used, chargingusually takes approximately 3 hours (varies on usage).
The supplied USB-AC adapter is for charging andplayback only. Do not take pictures while the USB-AC
adapter is connected to the camera. The camera cannotplayback without the battery even when connected tothe USB-AC adapter.
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The included USB-AC adapter is designed to beused only with this camera. Other cameras cannot becharged with this USB-AC adapter.
Do not use with other devices.
For plug-in type USB-AC adapter:
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Using an SD/SDHC memory card
A card (and internal memory) also corresponds to thefilm that records images in a film camera. Otherwise, therecorded images (data) can be erased and retouching is
For plug-in type USB-AC adapter:The included USB-AC adapter is intended to becorrectly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
Using your USB-AC adapter abroad
The USB-AC adapter can be used in most homeelectrical sources within the range of 100 V to 240 V AC(50/60Hz) around the world. However, depending on thecountry or area you are in, the AC wall outlet may beshaped differently and the USB-AC adapter may requirea plug adapter to match the wall outlet. For details, ask
at your local electrical shop or travel agent.Do not use travel voltage converters as they coulddamage your USB-AC adapter.
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recorded images (data) can be erased, and retouching is
also available with the use of a computer. Cards can beremoved from the camera and exchanged, but this is not
possible with the internal memory. Use of larger capacitycards enables you to take more pictures.
SD/SDHC card write-protect switchSD/SDHC card write-protect switchThe SD/SDHC card body has a write-protect switch. If youset the switch to the “LOCK” side, you will not be able towrite to the card, delete data or format. Release the switchto enable writing.
LOCK
Cards compatible with this cameraCards compatible with this cameraSD/SDHC memory cards (visit the Olympus website forinformation on memory cards that have been tested andapproved for use)
Using a new cardUsing a new cardCards must be formatted with this camera before first useor after being used with other cameras or computers.[Memory Format]/[Format] (p. 41)
Readout/recording process of the cardReadout/recording process of the cardDuring shooting, the current memory indicator lights inred while the camera is writing data. Never open thebattery/card compartment cover or unplug the USB cable.
This can not only damage the image data but also render
Checking the image saving locationChecking the image saving location
The memory indicator shows whether the internal memoryor card is being used during shooting and playback.
Current memory indicator
v: Internal memory is being used
w: Card is being used
Current memory
indicator
Playback mode
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card is not completely erased. When disposing of thecard, damage the card to prevent the disclosure ofpersonal data.
This can not only damage the image data but also renderthe internal memory or card unusable.
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Number of storable pictures still images)/Continuous recording length movies) in theNumber of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the
internal memory and SD/SDHC memory cardsinternal memory and SD/SDHC memory cards
The figures for the number of storable still pictures and continuous recording length are approximate. The actual
capacity varies with shooting conditions and the card used.
L 1280×720N 14 sec. 14 sec. 4 min. 54 sec. 4 min. 54 sec.
O 29 sec. 29 sec. 9 min. 46 sec. 9 min. 49 sec.
8 640×480N 26 sec. 26 sec. 8 min. 53 sec. 8 min. 56 sec.
O 53 sec. 53 sec. 17 min. 42 sec. 17 min. 52 sec.
9 320×240N 1 min. 14 sec. 1 min. 15 sec. 24 min. 42 sec. 25 min. 0 sec.
O 2 min. 27 sec. 2 min. 30 sec. 48 min. 51 sec. 50 min. 1 sec.
The maximum file size of a single movie is 2 GB, regardless of the capacity of the card.
Increasing the number of pictures that can be takenIncreasing the number of pictures that can be takenEither erase unwanted images, or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images, and then erasethe images in the internal memory or card.[Erase] (p. 24, 39), [Sel. Image] (p. 39), [All Erase] (p. 39), [Memory Format]/[Format] (p. 41)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Location — To avoid damage to the product, mount the product
securely on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket.
Power Source — Connect this product only to the power
source described on the product label.
Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using a USB-AC
adapter remove it from the wall outlet immediately