To shoot movies

Shooting movies (A mode) (p.20)

To turn off the camera

Press the n button to turn off the camera, and attach the lens cap to the lens.
Displays 10frames after the current image
The display size of the image can be changed. Index view, calendar view and closeup view (p.27)

To play back movies

Select a movie, and press the button.
Erasing images during playback (Single image erase)
1 Press the D button when the
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playback image to be erased is displayed.

MOVIE PLAY OK

Volume: During playback, press 78. Fast-forward/rewind: Select with 9:. Each time a button is pressed, the playback speed cycles through 2x, 20x and standard (1x) speed in the direction of the pressed cursor button. Pause: Press the button.
Operations during movie playback

NO CANCEL

2 Press 7 to select [YES], and press

the button.

[K ERASE] (p.49)
Elapsed time/ Total recording time
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During playback

First (last) frame/frame advance: During pause, press 7 to display the first frame, and press 8 to display the last frame. Press 9 to display the previous frame, and press : to display the next frame. Press the button to resume playback.

During pause

To stop movie playback

Press the button.

Using Shooting Modes
Using the best mode for the shooting scene ( mode) Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode)
In this mode, automatic camera shooting can be used while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc. on when needed.

1 Set the mode dial to.

PORTRAIT
1 Set the mode dial to P.

P mode indicator

The sample image and explanations on suitable
shooting methods will be displayed on the screen. The explanations will be displayed as well by pressing down the E button.
2 Use 78 to select the best
Icon indicating the scene mode that is set
shooting mode for the scene, and press the button to set.

Shutter speed

Aperture value
To change to another scene mode, use the menu. [J s] (p.40)
Selecting the aperture value for shooting pictures (A mode)
In this mode, the shutter speed is automatically set by the camera. This is useful for shooting while controlling the range in which subjects appears sharp.
Selecting the shutter speed for shooting pictures (S mode)

# button

SHADOW ADJ

2 Use 9: to select [ON], and press

the o button to set.

The flash settings cannot be adjusted with the flash closed.

To turn off the flash

Press the flash down back into the camera. This sets to $ (FLASH OFF) mode.
3 Point the camera toward the
For some subjects, the frame may not appear or may take some time to appear. [METERING] (p.33) is automatically fixed to [ESP], and [AF MODE] (p.34) is automatically fixed to [FACE DETECT]. [i] is automatically switched to [j]. Also, in sequential shooting, this function is applied only to the first frame. [DRIVE] (p.32)

2 Press :.

1/400 F3.5

FLASH AUTO

AUTO ! #
3 Use 9: to select the setting
FLASHAUTO*1 REDEYE*1 FILL IN RED-EYE + FILL-IN FLASH OFF
option, and press the obutton to set.

Description

The flash fires automatically in low-light and backlight conditions. This emits pre-flashes to reduce the occurrence of red eye in your photos. The flash fires regardless of the available light. After the pre-flashes that reduce the red eye, the flash fires regardless of the available light. The flash does not fire. The flash fires at a slow shutter speed immediately after the shutter is opened (first curtain sync). Both the subject in the foreground and the night scene in the background are captured.
Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation)
The standard brightness (correct exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for M) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain the desired shot.

1 Press 7.

+2.0 1/1000 F8.0
Exposure compensation value
2 Use 9: to adjust the brightness,
and press the o button to set.

9 : Darken : : Brighten

This combines the pre-flashes of RED-EYE SLOW red-eye reduction with the flash in SLOW (first curtain sync). The flash fires at a slow shutter speed immediately before the shutter is closed (second curtain sync). This can be used to create effects such as the taillights of a car streaming backwards.
This cannot be set in S and M modes.
Shooting closeups (Macroshooting)
This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances.

u button Diopter adjustment dial

12s F3.5

[u(Histogram)] (p.56)

Reading a histogram

If the peak fills too much of the frame, the image will appear mostly white. If the peak fills too much of the frame, the image will appear mostly black. The green section shows the luminance distribution within the center of the screen.

Viewfinder

Locking the exposure and/or focus position for shooting (AE LOCK/AF LOCK)
Once the exposure and/or focus position are/is set for a subject in shooting mode, you can continue shooting at the same exposure, focus positior or both (AE LOCK, AF LOCK or AF LOCK + AE LOCK) even if the composition of the shot is changed.
Using a function assigned to the zbutton (Custom button)
This allows you to register a frequently used function (except h, I, A). Once registered, you can set the settings directly with the button instead of displaying the screen from the menu.

[CUSTOM BUTTON] (p.57)

1 Assign either [AE LOCK], [AF

this button.

1 Press the zbutton.
LOCK] or [AF LOCK + AE LOCK] to the z button.
In the default setting, [AE LOCK] is assigned to

FINE ZOOM

2 Compose the shot and press the z

button.

The exposure/focus position setting assigned in

step 1 is locked.

2 Use 9: to select the setting option,

B mark

Using the FUNC menu
The FUNC menu provides the following menu functions that can be quickly called and set.
[DRIVE] (p. 32) [WB] (p. 30) [METERING] (p. 33) [A IMAGE QUALITY] (p. 29) [MY MODE SETUP] (p. 56) [ISO] (p. 31)

AF target mark

AEL AFL

^ mark

When setting the [AF LOCK + AE LOCK]

To cancel the setting

Press the z button again so that the B/^ mark no longer appears.
When the mode dial is set to the r, s to d are selectable.
1 Press the o button before

shooting.

3 After changing the composition of
the shot, press the shutter button.

ISO 1600

MY MODE 2
2 Use 78 to select the menu
function and 9: to select the setting option, and then press the obutton to set.

Pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the subject into focus and locks the focus. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down, the camera tracks the focusing subject, and it continues to keep the subject in focus while the button is held halfway down. This reduces focusing time.
The camera may not be able to bring some subjects into focus even when set to [ON]. [AF PREDICT] is not available when using [& MACRO] and [% SUPER MACRO]. (p.24)
There may be a noise coming from inside the camera when the shutter button is pressed with [IMAGE STABILIZER] (still images) set to [ON]. The image stabilizer can be less effective during night shooting and other situations where the shutter speed is extremely slow. Images may not be stabilized if camera shake is too severe. When set to [ON], shooting a movie for an extended period of time results in the camera heating up, and the protective circuit automatically shuts off the power.
Adjusting the flash intensity [w]

K CAMERA MENU w

:PASMrI In certain situations, it is advisable to adjust the flash intensity, such as when shooting small subjects or distant backgrounds. This function is also used when increased contrast is desired. Submenu 2

2.0 to +2.0

Adjust the flash intensity for the shooting scene.
Using an external flash [Q FLASH]

K CAMERA MENU Q FLASH

IN #RC

Submenu3

CH1 to CH4
The built-in flash is used for taking pictures. An Olympus Wireless RC Flash System compatible flash is used for taking pictures. The channel (CH1 to CH4) can be selected. The commercially-available slave flash that is synchronized with the camera flash is used for taking pictures. The flash intensity setting can be adjusted.

1 to 10

Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System (p.74) When set to [SLAVE], the flash setting automatically changes to [# FILL IN] (p.23). When set to [SLAVE], the flash can fire when [DRIVE] (p.32) is set to a setting other than [o], but if the flash intensity is large, the interval between sequential shots becomes longer.
Recording sound when shooting still pictures [R]

K CAMERA MENU R

Selecting the color tone of the image [PICTURE MODE]
K CAMERA MENU PICTURE MODE

VIVID NATURAL

No sound is recorded. The camera automatically starts recording for approx. 4seconds after taking the picture. This is useful for recording notes or comments about the picture.
This gives the image a vivid color tone. This gives the image a natural color tone.
When recording, aim the microphone (p.48) at the source of the sound you want to record.
Adjusting the sharpness of contours [SHARPNESS]

Increasing the brightness of the monitor when taking pictures [LIVEVIEWBOOST]

E SETUP LIVE VIEW BOOST

The subject will be displayed on the monitor at the brightness level according to the exposure that was set. This allows you to preview the images to be captured on the monitor before shooting. The camera will automatically adjust the brightness level and display the subject on the monitor for easier confirmation. The results of the exposure compensation adjustment will not be shown on the monitor.
Resetting the file names of images [FILE NAME]

E SETUP FILE NAME

Folder name DCIM Folder name 100OLYMP File name Pmdd0001.jpg
Adjusting the CCD and image processing function [PIXEL MAPPING]

E SETUP PIXEL MAPPING

This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, so no adjustment is needed right after purchase. Approximately once a year is recommended. For best results, wait at least 1 minute after taking or viewing pictures before performing pixel mapping. If the camera is turned off during pixel mapping, repeat the pixel mapping process.

999OLYMP

Pmdd9999.jpg

Automatic numbering

Automatic numbering Month: 1 to C (A=October, B=November, C=December) Day: 01 to 31
Adjusting the CCD and image processing function
1 Press the button when [START] (submenu 2) is displayed.
The camera checks and adjusts the CCD
and the image processing function at the same time.
This resets the sequential number for the folder name and file name whenever a new card is inserted.*1 This is useful when grouping images on separate cards. Even when a new card is inserted, this continues the numbering for the folder name and file name from the previous card. This is useful for managing all image folder names and files names with sequential numbers.
The number for the folder name is reset to 100, and the number for the file name is reset to 0001.
Adjusting the brightness of the monitor [s]
E SETUP s 1Use 78 to adjust the brightness while viewing the screen, and then press the button.

3 Use 78 to select [<], and press
DPOF is a standard for storing automatic printout information from digital cameras.
Print reservations can be set only for the images stored on the card. Insert a card with recorded images before making print reservations.
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4 Use 9: to select the image for
print reservation. Use 78 to select the quantity. Press the button.
Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U]
1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p.61). 2 Use 78 to select [U], and press

the o button.

NO DATE TIME
3 Follow steps 5 to 6 in [<].
5 Use 78 to select the [X] (date
Resetting all print reservation data
print) screen option, and press the obutton.
This prints the image only. This prints the image and the shooting date. This prints the image and the shooting time.
ORDER), and press the obutton. the obutton.
3 Select either [<] or [U], and press

PRINT ORDER SETTING

PRINT ORDERED

1 ( 1)

SET CANCEL

RESET KEEP

6 Use 78 to select [SET], and press 4 Use 78 to select [RESET], and
the obutton. press the obutton.
Resetting the print reservation data for selected images
1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of Resetting
all print reservation data (p.62).
2 Use 78 to select [<], and press

the obutton.

3 Use 78 to select [KEEP] and
4 Use 9: to select the image with
the print reservation you want to cancel. Use 78 to set the print quantity to 0.
5 If necessary, repeat step 4, and then
press the obutton when finished. print) screen option, and press the obutton.
with the print reservation data.
6 Use 78 to select the [X] (date
The settings are applied to the remaining images
7 Use 78 to select [SET], and press

Using OLYMPUS Master 2

System requirements and installation of OLYMPUS Master 2
Install the OLYMPUS Master 2 software referring to the included installation guide.
Windows After the computer detects the camera, a message indicating the completion of the setting appears. Confirm the message and click OK. The camera is recognized as a removable disk. Macintosh When iPhoto starts, exit iPhoto and start OLYMPUS Master 2. While the camera is connected to the computer, shooting functions are disabled. Connecting the camera to a computer via a USB hub may cause unstable operation. When [MTP] is set for the submenu that appears by pressing : after selecting [PC] in step3, images cannot be transferred to a computer using OLYMPUS Master 2.

Connecting the camera to a computer
1 Make sure the camera is turned off.
The monitor is off. The lens is retracted.
2 Connect the camera to a computer.
The camera automatically turns on.
Multi-connector USB cable (supplied) Open the connector cover in the direction of the arrow.
Starting OLYMPUS Master 2
1 Double-click the OLYMPUS Master 2
Windows appears on the desk top. Macintosh appears in the OLYMPUSMaster2 folder.
Browse window appears after starting the

software.

When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the first time after installation, Default Settings and Registration screen appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Locate the position of the USB port by referring to your computer instructions manual.
3 Use 78 to select [PC], and press
The computer automatically detects the camera as
a new device on the first connection.
Operating OLYMPUS Master 2
When OLYMPUS Master 2 is started, Quick Start Guide appears on the screen and helps you to handle the camera without any questions. When the Quick Start Guide is not displayed, click in the tool bar to show the Guide.
For details on the operation, refer to the help guide of the software.
Transferring and saving images without OLYMPUS Master 2
This camera is compatible with the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer and save the image data on your computer while the camera and the computer are connected.

System requirements

Windows : Windows 2000 Professional/ XP Home Edition/ XP Professional/ Vista Macintosh : Mac OS X v10.3 or later
On a computer running Windows Vista, if [MTP] is set for the submenu that appears by pressing : after selecting [PC] in step3 of Connecting the camera to a computer (p. 64), Windows Photo Gallery will become available. Even if a computer has USB ports, proper operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.
computers with USB ports installed using an

expansion card, etc.

an image with many flash reflections on dust in the air.

Date and time function

Date and time settings returns to the ---- -- -- -- -Y default setting
If the batteries are removed CANCELleft out of the and
camera for about 3 days*2, the date and time settings returns to the default setting, and must be reset. *2 The time until the date and time settings returns to the default setting varies depending on how long the batteries have been loaded.
Setting the date and time (p. 12)

[SLEEP] (p. 57)

Set the mode dial to a position other than q. Wait until #(flash charge) stops blinking before

taking pictures.

Saving settings
With prolonged camera use, the internal
Settings are not saved after the power is turned off
temperature may increase, resulting in automatic shutdown. If this occurs, remove the battery from the camera and wait until the camera has sufficiently cooled.
When mode dial is set to P, A, S, M, or A:
settings will be saved even if the power is turned off (except for self-timer, [PANORAMA] and [TIMELAPSE]).
When mode dial is set to h, s or I:
settings will be changed back to default when the power is turned off (except for [AIMAGEQUALITY]).
There is a noise coming from inside the camera during shooting
The movement of the lens may make a noise even
if the camera is not being operated because the autofocus function is active when the camera is ready to shoot.
Internal memory/Card problem Take pictures before viewing them. Problem with selected image Use photo retouch software, r etc. to view the image on a PICTURE ERROR computer. If the image still cannot be viewed, the image file is corrupted. r Problem with selected image THE IMAGE Use photo retouch software, etc. CANNOT to edit the image on a computer. BE EDITED L NO PICTURE Operation problem Close the card cover.
When one of the messages below is displayed on the LCD monitor, check the following. Error message Corrective action
Card problem Insert a new card. CARD-COVER OPEN

CARD ERROR

Battery problem g Insert new batteries. BATTERY EMPTY If using rechargeable batteries, charge the batteries. Connection problem Connect the camera and NO CONNECTION computer or printer correctly. Printer problem Load paper into the printer. Printer problem Refill the ink in the printer. Printer problem Remove the jammed paper. Printer problem Return to the status where the printer can be used. Printer problem Turn off the camera and printer, check the printer for any problems and then turn the power on again.
Card problem Use a computer to cancel the WRITE PROTECT read-only setting.

Do not touch the contact area directly.
Readout/recording process of the card
Never open the battery cover or card cover while the camera is reading or writing data, which is indicated by blinking of the card access lamp. This can not only damage the image data but also render the internal memory or card unusable.

Card access lamp

Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures

IMAGE SIZE

D 39682976 H 25601920 I 20481536 J 16001200 K 1280960 C 640480 P 39682232 Q 19201080

COMPRES SION

L M L M L M L M L M L M L M L M
Number of storable still pictures Internal memory Using a 1 GB xD-Picture Card With sound Without sound With sound Without sound 1599 1683

640480 320240

FRAME RATE

N O N O

Continuous recording length Internal memory Using a 1 GB xD-Picture Card Without sound With sound Without sound With sound
12sec. 25sec. 34sec. 1min. 7sec. 12sec. 25sec. 34sec. 1min. 9sec. 9min. 25sec.* 18min. 44sec. 25min. 26sec. 50min. 7sec. 9min. 28sec.* 18min. 56sec. 25min. 49sec. 51min. 38sec.
The maximum file size of a single movie is 2 GB, regardless of the capacity of the card. * The maximum length is 40 seconds when using a TypeM or Standard xD-Picture Card.
Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken
Either erase unwanted images, or connect the camera to a computer or other device to save the images, and then erase the images in the internal memory or card. Single image erase (p.16), [SEL. IMAGE] (p.49), [ALL ERASE] (p.49), [MEMORY FORMAT]/ [FORMAT] (p.50)
Using a microSD Attachment
Do not use the attachment with Olympus digital cameras that do not support this microSD Attachment, as well as with other brands of digital cameras, computers, printers and other devices that support xD-Picture Card. Doing so not only may damage the pictures taken, but may also result in the malfunction of the device. If the microSD card cannot be removed, do not use force. Contact authorized distributors/service centers.
Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System
You can take pictures with a wireless flash when using a flash compatible with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash System. This enables multi-flash photography using multiple flash units compatible with this system. The cameras built-in flash is used for communication between the camera and flash.

Handling the Camera

Do not use the camera near flammable or explosive gases. Do not use the flash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects. Firing the flash too close to the subjects eyes could cause a momentary loss of vision. Keep young children and infants away from the camera. Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury: Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation. Accidentally swallowing the battery, cards or other small parts. Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or those of another child. Accidentally being injured by the moving parts of the camera. Do not look at the sun or strong lights with the camera. Do not use or store the camera in dusty or humid places. Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing. Do not insert anything into the microSD Attachment other than the microSD card. Other types of cards cannot be installed on this microSD Attachment. Do not insert anything other than an xD-Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into the camera. If you insert a card by mistake, such as a microSD card, do not use force. Contact authorized distributors/service centers.
Stop using the camera immediately if you notice any unusual odors, noise or smoke around it. Never remove the batteries with bare hands, which may cause a fire or burn your hands. Never hold or operate the camera with wet hands. Do not leave the camera in places where it may be subject to extremely high temperatures. Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fire. Do not use the charger or AC adapter if it is covered (such as a blanket). This could cause overheating, resulting in fire. Handle the camera with care to avoid getting a low-temperature burn. When the camera contains metal parts, overheating can result in a low-temperature burn. Pay attention to the following: When used for a long period, the camera will get hot. If you hold on to the camera in this state, a low-temperature burn may be caused. In places subject to extremely cold temperatures, the temperature of the cameras body may be lower than the environmental temperature. If possible, wear gloves when handling the camera in cold temperatures. Be careful with the strap. Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. It could easily catch on stray objects and cause serious damage.
Battery Handling Precautions
Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding or causing electrical shocks or burns. DANGER
The following AA (R6) batteries cannot be used.
Use only the Olympus brand NiMH batteries and proper fitting charger. Never heat or incinerate batteries. Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into contact with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc. Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to hightemperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc. To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all instructions regarding the use of batteries. Never attempt to disassemble a battery or modify it in any way, solder, etc. If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold running water and seek medical attention immediately. Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a child accidentally swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately. Keep batteries dry at all times. To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating or causing a fire or explosion, use only batteries recommended for use with this product. Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and uncharged batteries, batteries of different manufacture or capacity, etc.). Never attempt to charge alkaline, lithium or CR-V3 lithium battery packs. Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions. Do not use batteries if their body is not covered by the insulating sheet or if the sheet is torn, as this may cause fluid leaks, fire or injury. Do not remove batteries immediately after using the camera. Batteries may become hot during prolonged use. Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period.

LCD Monitor

Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback mode failure or damage to the monitor. A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor, but this is not a malfunction. When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the monitor. This is not a malfunction; it will be less noticeable in playback mode. In places subject to low temperatures, the LCD monitor may take a long time to turn on or its color may change temporarily. When using the camera in extremely cold places, it is a good idea to occasionally place it in a warm place. An LCD monitor exhibiting poor performance due to low temperatures will recover in normal temperatures. The LCD used for the monitor is made with highprecision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light may appear constantly on the LCD Monitor. Due to its characteristics or the angle at which you are viewing the monitor, the spot may not be uniform in color and brightness. This is not a malfunction.

Disclaimer of Warranty

Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of business information) arising from the use or inability to 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 of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe upon the rights of copyright owners.

Legal and Other Notices

Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or benefit expected by using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person, which are caused by the inappropriate use of this product. Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or any benefit expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing picture data.

Copyright Notice

All rights reserved. No part of these written materials or this software may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording or the use of any type of information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein. Olympus reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.

For customers in Europe

CE mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health, environment and customer protection. CE mark cameras are intended for sales in Europe. This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries. Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this product. This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin Directive 2006/66/EC Annex II] indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries. Please do not throw the batteries into the domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of the waste batteries.

Provisions of warranty

1 If this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Handling Care and Operating instructions supplied with it), during a period of two years from the date of purchase from an authorized Olympus distributor within the business area of Olympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus.com this product will be repaired, or at Olympuss option replaced, free of charge. To claim under this warranty, the customer must take the product and this Warranty Certificate before the end of the two-year warranty period to the dealer where the product was purchased or any other Olympus service station within the business area of Olympus Imaging Europa GmbH as stipulated on the website: http://www.olympus.com. During the one-year period of the World Wide Warranty the customer may turn the product in at any Olympus service station. Please note that Olympus service stations do not exist in all countries. 2 The customer shall transport the product to the dealer or Olympus authorized service station at his own risk and shall be responsible for any costs incurred in transporting the product. 3 This warranty does not cover the following and the customer will be required to pay repair charge, even for defects occurring within the warranty period referred to above.

a. ny defect that occurs due to mishandling A (such as an operation performed that is not mentioned in the Safety Precautions or other sections of the instructions, etc.) b. ny defect that occurs due to repair, A modification, cleaning, etc. performed by anyone other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station. c. Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, shock, etc. after purchase of the product. d. Any defect or damage that occurs due to fire, earthquake, flood damage, thunderbolt, other natural disasters, environmental pollution and irregular voltage sources. e. Any defect that occurs due to careless or improper storage (such as keeping the product under conditions of high temperature and humidity, near insect repellents such as naphthalene or harmful drugs, etc.), improper maintenance, etc. f. Any defect that occurs due to exhausted batteries, etc. g. Any defect that occurs due to sand, mud, etc. entering the inside of the product casing. h. When this Warranty Certificate is not returned with the product. i. When any alterations whatsoever are made to the Warranty Certificate regarding the year, month and date of purchase, the customers name, the dealers name and the serial number. j. When proof of purchase is not presented with this Warranty Certificate. 4 This Warranty applies to the product only; the Warranty does not apply to any other accessory equipment, such as the case, strap, lens cap and batteries. 5 Olympuss sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing the product. Any liability for indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind incurred or suffered by the customer due to a defect of the product, and in particular any loss or damage caused to any lenses, films, other equipment or accessories used with the product or for any loss resulting from a delay in repair or loss of data, is excluded. Compelling regulations by law remain unaffected by this.
Notes regarding warranty maintenance
1 This warranty will only be valid if the Warranty Certificate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain sufficient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer, the serial number and the year, month and date of purchase are all completed or the original invoice or the sales receipt (indicating the dealers name, the date of purchase and product type) is attached to this Warranty Certificate. Olympus reserves the right to refuse free-ofcharge service if neither Warranty Certificate is completed nor the above document is attached or if the information contained in it is incomplete or illegible. 2 Since this Warranty Certificate will not be reissued, keep it in a safe place. * Please refer to the list on the website: http://www. olympus.com for the authorized international Olympus service network.

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Olympus SP-590UZ Olympus SP-590UZ Digital Camera Product number: 226755 Shipping Date: April 2009 Box Contents
SP-590UZ digital camera 4 AA alkaline batteries USB cable (CB-USB6) Audio/Video cable (CB-AVC3) Neck strap Lens cap Manual CD-ROM (Olympus Master 2.0 software) Warranty card MASD-1 (microSD Adapter)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Features What are the features of the SP-590UZ?
The Olympus SP-590UZ is the worlds first 26x ultra-zoom digital camera. Its 4.6-119.6 mm f2.8-5.0 lens yields a 26-676mm zoom equivalent in 35mm format. To support such a long zoom ratio, the SP-590UZ incorporates Sensor Shift Image Stabilization that compensates for camera shake by gyroscopically sensing camera movement and constantly repositioning the 12.0 megapixel CCD sensor, resulting in sharper images in challenging shooting situations. Applying the Sensor Shift Image Stabilization also enables shooting at lower shutter speeds in low-light situations and using lower ISOs for better image quality. The SP-590UZ has an option for a 10 frames-per-second burst rate that also features PreCapture technology. Pre-Capture starts shooting images when the shutter button is depressed halfway, saving up to 10 shots in the buffer memory but not writing them to the memory card. The stored images are refreshed continuously until the shutter is fully depressed, at which time the sequence is saved to the memory card along with the frames captured after the shutter button is fully depressed. Pre-Capture makes it possible to record moments that pass too quickly for the typical photographer to react.
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The SP-590UZ offers full creative control. In addition to three auto-exposure metering modes, it allows Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual Exposure modes. In addition to standard autofocus, the camera offers Full Time Autofocus, Predictive Autofocus, and Manual Focus options. The Macro and Super Macro modes offer extreme close-up capabilities. In Super Macro mode, the lens will focus to 0.4 inch. (At that distance, a twenty-five cent coin would fill the frame.) The SP-590UZ can wirelessly control the Olympus FL-36R and FL-50R electronic flash units for off-camera flash illumination using the built-in flash as the remote flash controller. The SP-590UZ also features a Scene mode with 19 preset scenes so settings tailored to specific shooting scenarios can be quickly applied. The camera also has a Beauty mode that smoothes the texture of skin when faces are detected. It can also record videos with and without sound at 30 or 15 frames per second. Bright Capture technology allows shooting in low-light situations and capturing an image thats clear and bright without a flash. And with ISOs up to 6400, the camera can capture images in marginal lighting situations. Images can be framed and played back on either the high-resolution 2.7-inch HyperCrystal II LCD screen or the electronic viewfinder. The camera uses xD-Picture Card media for removable memory. Using Olympus brand xD-Picture Card media enables the Panorama function. Panoramic images can be stitched together using the bundled OLYMPUS Master 2 software. The camera also ships with the MASD-1 microSD Adapter, enabling use of microSD memory cards.
What are the purposes of the different Record Modes?
Record modes allow photographers to quickly and conveniently vary the quality settings used to capture and save images in-camera. While it is possible to always shoot at the higher-quality settings and then process the images to lower file sizes later using a computer, it may be more convenient in some situations to shoot at other than the higher-quality settings. For example, it may be preferable to shoot using a lower-quality JPEG setting when the shot is intended for use on the Internet, where small file size is more important than rich detail. JPEG is a compressed file format. When the camera processes a captured JPEG image and saves it to the memory card, it uses algorithms to discard some of the data to make the file smaller. The process of mathematically reducing a files size by discarding some of its data is called compression. When the image is opened on a computer, the JPEG algorithms reconstruct the discarded data. JPEGs are useful because their quality settings can be manipulated from the camera menu. The two factors that comprise JPEG quality are image size and compression ratio. Image size is determined by the number of pixels in the image. Larger files are measured in millions of pixels, or megapixels. The SP-590UZ offers the following options: 12M, 5M, 3M, 2M, 1M, VGA (640 x 480 pixels), 16:9L (3968 x 2232 pixels), and 16:9S (1920 x 1080 pixels). The VGA setting is useful for shooting low-resolution images for use on the Internet in such applications as online auction Web sites. The 16:9 settings are suitable for capturing images intended for playback on a wide-screen TV. Two compression options are available: FINE (for high-quality images with larger file sizes) and NORMAL (for standard-quality images with smaller file sizes).

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What is the purpose of the Scene mode?
The SP-590UZ has a Scene Mode (SCN on the Mode Dial) that optimizes the camera settings for specific shooting conditions. All of the settings applied in the 19 available scenes can also be applied by controls in the camera menu, but applying them manually can be time-consuming. In addition, amateur photographers may not have a deep enough knowledge of photography to select the appropriate settings for some situations that advanced amateur and professional photographers would employ.
What are the purposes of the Multi Fireworks and Multiple Exposure scenes?
The MULTI FIREWORKS scene allows you to take two exposures and combine them on a single frame. Pressing the shutter button once locks the exposure and captures the first image. The image is saved and displayed in the background of the LCD monitor so that it can be used as a visual reference when composing the second image. Pressing the shutter button a second time captures the second image. The two images are then combined and saved to the memory card. After the combined shot is saved, the first image is again displayed in the background of the LCD monitor, where it can be used to create another multiple-exposure shot. The MULTIPLE EXPOSURE scene works in the same fashion as the MULTI FIREWORK except that shooting settings can be changed in the MULTIPLE EXPOSURE scene.
What is the purpose of the Quick Shutter scene?
The QUICK SHUTTER scene uses FULLTIME AF autofocus to ensure that the subject in front of the lens is in focus at all times. This reduces shutter release lag time because the camera does not have to focus when the shutter button is pressed.
Usage Where can I find the documentation for my camera?
The SP-590UZ is packaged with a printed Instruction Manual that includes a Quick Start Guide. If lost, a replacement document can be downloaded in PDF format by clicking here. Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF files. The software is available as a free download from Adobe's web site.
What is the purpose of the Function Menu?
The Function Menu is used to select and set frequently used shooting menu functions in fewer steps. Pressing the [OK/FUNC] button in the center of the four-way arrow keypad enables navigation within the Function Menu. Settings options can be selected and enabled using the arrow keys and the [OK/FUNC] button. This gives the photographer the ability to view the active settings and, if necessary, change them easily and rapidly.

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What are the P, A, S and M modes on the Mode Dial? How are they used?

The P, A, S and M modes are the advanced shooting modes. These are essentially nonAUTO modes that allow the photographer more creative control by enabling more control over shutter speed and f-stop settings. Briefly, the advanced shooting modes and their applications are as follows: P (Program shooting) Allows shooting using an aperture and shutter speed set by the camera. In many respects it is similar to the AUTO mode. Unlike the AUTO shooting mode, the program shooting mode allows full access to the menu settings for greater creative control of the camera. A (Aperture priority shooting) Allows the aperture to be set manually, thereby giving the photographer control over depth-of-field. This mode also uses Program Shift, so the photographer can select any aperture in the range of the lens using the up/down arrow buttons. The camera compensates for the exposure by changing the shutter speed automatically as the f-stops are changed. The Aperture priority shooting mode automatically enables the Exposure Compensation function, which is controlled by the left/right arrow buttons. S (Shutter priority shooting) Allows the shutter speed to be set manually, thereby giving the photographer control over stopping action or reducing camera shake. This mode also uses Program Shift, so the photographer can select any shutter speed in the range of the camera body using the up/down arrow buttons. The camera compensates for the exposure by changing the aperture automatically as the shutter speeds are changed. The Shutter priority mode automatically enables the Exposure Compensation function, which is controlled by the left/right arrow buttons. M (Manual shooting) Allows the photographer to set the shutter speed and aperture independently of each other. Program Shift is not applied in this mode. Exposure is determined by testing or by using a light meter. In the Manual shooting mode the shutter speed is set using the up/down arrow buttons and the aperture is set using the left/right arrow buttons. The effect of changes in the shutter speed and aperture are shown on the LCD screen or in the electronic viewfinder. The values of underexposure and overexposure are displayed in the upper right of the screen display where the Exposure Compensation values are displayed in the P, A and S shooting modes.
When the Mode Dial is set to AUTO, why are some of the menu options deactivated (grayed-out)?
In the AUTO shooting mode, the camera operates with a minimum of input from the user. Many shooting functions are controlled entirely by the camera; the photographer cannot change their settings. Therefore, the menu options that control those settings are deactivated (grayed-out) in AUTO mode.

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The subject I want in focus doesnt line up with the AF frame in the viewfinder. How do I get the camera to focus on the subject?
The AFL (autofocus lock) function enables the photographer to prefocus on a specific subject, lock the focus and then recompose the image and shoot the picture. To do this: 1. Position the AF frame on the autofocus subject and press the shutter button halfway until the AF Lock mark (^) appears in the upper right corner of the LCD screen or electronic viewfinder. 2. While holding the shutter button in the halfway position, recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the picture.
How do I use the different metering modes?
The SP-590UZ provides three metering options that allow the photographer to have greater creative control over exposure. The metering modes are set in the camera menu. Descriptions and applications of the metering modes are detailed below: ESP ESP metering is recommended for general use. The camera meters the brightness at the center of the monitor and the surrounding area separately to capture an image with balanced brightness. When taking pictures against a strong backlight, the center of the picture may appear dark. Spot metering measures the exposure using a very small area in the center of the monitor and can be used to meter a backlit subject. Spot metering must be used very carefully because the brightness within the area on which the metering spot is centered can dramatically influence the final exposure. Center-weighted Average metering provides average metering between the subject and the background lighting, placing more weighting on the center of the frame. Use this mode when you do not want the light level of the background to affect the exposure value of the main subject.
What is Exposure Compensation, and how is it used?
Metering systems in cameras measure light but do not have a way of determining what the subject matter is, so the exposure decisions the metering system makes may not always be appropriate for the subject matter. This phenomenon is called subject failure. As with Spot metering, the human touch may be required to arrive at correct exposures. Exposure Compensation allows the photographer to set up the camera to under- or overexpose in specific situations. Exposure Compensation is enabled by pressing the A (Exposure Compensation) button, which is also the UP arrow key on the four-way keypad. The values are changed using the C and D (left and right arrow) buttons. Exposure Compensation is disabled by setting the value back to 0.0 and pressing the A button again. The Exposure Compensation value is shown in the lower left corner of the LCDs control panel or in the electronic viewfinder as a plus (overexposure) or minus (underexposure) value. The Exposure Compensation function can be set to under- or overexpose up to two f-stops in 1/3-stop increments. It is important that you set the compensation back to 0.0 before shooting subjects in other conditions so that the subjects will be properly exposed.

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The SP-590UZ has AUTO White Balance, so why is it necessary to have white balance presets?
Having white balance presets grants the photographer more creative control. For one thing, daylight can be warm or cold. On a sunny day, early and late light has a warmer appearance than when the sun is high. The AUTO White Balance option might color correct for that warmth, thus taking away the ambience. Using the Sunny day setting will preserve that warmth. The AUTO White Balance will also diminish the red, yellow and orange colors in a sunset, so it is advisable to use the Sunny day setting when shooting sunsets. On cloudy days, the light seems colder because the clouds absorb the warmer red and yellow frequencies of the sunlight coming from above the clouds. Therefore, there is a Cloudy day setting in the presets to record the images with a warmer appearance. Creatively, the Cloudy day preset can be used on a sunny day to give images a more golden appearance, or it can be used to make a sunset warmer. The Tungsten light setting compensates for the yellowish color cast of indoor lighting and candle light. The Tungsten light setting should be used for shooting subjects being lit with floodlightsfor example, for posting to an Internet auction site. Creatively, the Tungsten light preset can be used outdoors in daylight to make the images appear more bluegiving a surreal feeling of coldness and moodiness. The three Fluorescent lamp presets provide options for different types of fluorescent lights. These presets are valuable when photographing in business and office environments. It is advisable to shoot test shots to find the correct fluorescent preset for the shooting environment before doing available light photography under fluorescent light.
With so many White Balance settings available, why and when should I use One-Touch White Balance?
There are many light sources and situations that are not covered by Auto White Balance or the other settings in the White Balance menu. Many noncontinuous light sources, such as fluorescent, mercury vapor and sodium vapor lights do not have all of the colors of the spectrum. There are also situations in which many different types of lights are used in one environment. These do not neatly fit into what the camera firmware knows about white balance, so it is necessary to educate the camera about the specific light balance by shooting a white reference subject such as a white card and saving the data in the White Balance menu as a One-Touch White Balance.
The manual says that the SMILE SHOT scene works in the shooting standby mode. How is the shooting standby mode enabled?
When the SMILE SHOT scene is selected, it automatically puts the camera into the shooting standby mode. When the camera is in the shooting standby mode, it is waiting to detect a smiling face in the frame. When the camera detects a smiling face, it automatically shoots a picture without the shutter button being pressed. If the shutter button is pressed while SMILE SHOT is enabled, the camera will shoot a picture whether or not a smiling face is detected.

What is the purpose of the z (CUSTOM) button?
A commonly used function can be assigned to the z (CUSTOM) button so that the function can be quickly selected for a specific shooting situation without having to open the camera menu. Once the function has been assigned to the z button, press the z button to invoke the function, use the C and D buttons to select the desired setting, and then press the [OK/FUNC] button to apply the selected setting.
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Does the SP-590UZ have a programmable (custom) function button?
Yes. The z button, located to the right of the LCD and just above the [MENU] button, is the SP-590UZs custom function button. A number of frequently used functions can be assigned to this button. After registering a function, it can be accessed without having to open the camera menu. Just press the z button to invoke the function, use the C and D buttons to select the desired setting, and then press the [OK/FUNC] button to apply the selected setting. The following functions can be assigned to the custom button: AE Lock AF Lock AF Lock + AE Lock Image Size Compression Fine Zoom Digital Zoom AF Mode Focus Mode Fulltime AF AF Predict Image Stabilizer External Flash Noise Reduction
The automatic settings make Night Scene convenient for night shots, but I want more creative control. How should I set up the camera?
The SP-590UZ has numerous options that give the photographer extensive control over exposure factors. Creative night photography involves using the cameras manual settings. Two accessories are essential for night photography. The first is a steady tripod or camera clamp to stabilize the camera during the long exposures involved in night photography. The other accessory is a cable release. The SP-590UZ uses the RM-UC1 Remote Cable Release (Item # 260237), which can be purchased from authorized dealers or online directly from The Olympus Store. Click here to order. The cable release is plugged into the cameras USB connector. The release button can be locked down for long BULB exposures. To set the camera up for night shooting: Turn the Mode Dial to the M (Manual) shooting mode. In this mode the shutter speed and f-stop are entered manuallythere is no auto exposure. The shutter speed and f-stop values are shown at the bottom of the LCD screen. The A (Exposure Compensation) button, which is also the Up arrow on the four-way keypad, is used to enable changing the values. The C and D (left and right arrow keys) are used to change the aperture value, and the A and B buttons (up and down arrow keys) are used to change the shutter speed value. Set the shutter speed to BULB. The remaining settings are found in the CAMERA MENU. The first setting is WB (White Balance). Because night scenes have mixed light sources, you may have to experiment by using AUTO or one of the preset WB settings to find a desirable color balance. ISO is also subject to testing, depending on the exposure time used. 200 or 400 ISO are good places to start. If the BULB exposure is expected to go to the maximum of 8 minutes, ISO 64 must be used. SHARPNESS should be set to 5. This is the minimum sharpening the camera can apply. Since night images are usually post-processed, it is best to begin with an unsharpened image because each step of post-processing of a JPEG image recompresses the image a little bit, degrading the image.

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NOISE REDUCT. should be set to ON. Long night exposures create noise and hot pixels because the sensor heats up during the exposure. NOISE REDUCT. exposes a second dark frame with the same exposure time as the original image. The camera then compares the two images and subtracts the noise and hot pixels from the first frame, thereby saving a cleaner image. The focus mode should be set to MF (Manual Focus). This will prevent the camera from changing focus during long exposures and yield more selective focus than if autofocus were used.
Its a good idea to keep notes on your settings for future night shoots. You can also preserve your settings for future night photography by creating a My Mode profile. Remember to reset your camera to its normal settings after your night shoot.
How can I create and register a My Mode profile?
My Mode profiles are customized advanced shooting modes that make it easy to quickly select a set of frequently used settings. Complete instructions for setting up and using My Mode profiles can be found here.
How do I decide which ISO setting to use?
Think of the ISO values as film speeds. Low ISOs such as 64 and 100 are better-suited to situations in which there is a lot of light outdoors scenes, for example. Higher ISOs, such as 400 and 800, would be used outdoors where there is plenty of light and fast shutter speeds are desired sports and air shows, for example or indoors for available light shooting. ISO 1600 and higher would be used where light levels are very low, such as indoors or at night. The AUTO and Scene modes automatically set the ISO value.
How should I set up the SP-570UZ to shoot in black and white?
The SP-590UZ always shoots in color; however, a color image can be converted to a black and white or sepia tone image using options in the EDIT menu. To convert an image to black and white or sepia tone: 1. In the Playback mode, select the image to be converted. 2. Press [MENU] in Playback mode, and then open the EDIT menu. 3. Using the down arrow button, select COLOR EDIT and press the [OK/FUNC] button to open the COLOR EDIT menu. 4. Press [OK/FUNC]. The LCD will display four previews: black and white (top left window), SEPIA (top right), hard saturation (bottom left) and soft saturation. 5. Use the right arrow button to select the conversion mode, and then press [OK/FUNC] to apply the conversion. The camera will write the converted image to the memory card at the same quality setting as the original image. The original image will remain unchanged. Note: The saturation options are used to make a color copy of an image with hard or soft color saturation.

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What is the histogram?

The histogram gives the photographer feedback on the distribution of the light and dark tones in the image. When it is enabled, it is displayed on the LCD screen or electronic viewfinder in real time. The SP-590UZ has two types of histograms. The standard histogram displays the brightness range of the camera as a graph. The left side of the graph indicates highlights (red), and the right side of the graph indicates shadows (blue). On each end of the graph is a space indicating highlight and shadow values that fall outside of the cameras brightness range and which will have no saved detail when the image is taken. The photographer has the option of changing settings such as Exposure Compensation, Contrast and Saturation to fit the tones within the histogram. The SP-590UZ also has a DIRECT histogram option that displays areas in the viewed image that will be lacking detail in the saved image. Highlights with no detail are displayed in red, and shadows with no detail are displayed in blue. When the DIRECT histogram is enabled, the graph histogram does not appear as an INFO screen and vice-versa. The camera will also show the histogram of an image in the Playback Mode. Pressing the DISP. button will change the display of the image information. One of the displays shows a thumbnail of an image, exposure information, and the image histogram. The histograms are selected and enabled using the u function in the E (SETUP) menu.
In the Q FLASH menu, what is the purpose of the SLAVE function?
Even though the SP-590UZ doesnt have a PC sync cord connector, it can be used with studio strobes and off-camera flashes equipped with slave triggers. A slave trigger will fire a flash unit when it detects another flash firing. When the SP-590UZ Flash Mode is set to SLAVE, the cameras built-in flash will fire in sync with slaved flash units. The SLAVE function has 10 power settings so that the cameras built-in flash can be set from a minimum flash output (1) to full-power output (10). This gives the photographer the option of using the camera flash only as a trigger for the slaved flashes or as the main light, using the slaved flashes for fill light.

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Accessories Does the SP-590UZ support the Olympus wireless RC flash system?
The SP-590UZ supports the Wireless Flash system by which the cameras built-in flash acts as a controller that sends data commands to FL-36R and FL-50R electronic flash units that are set up off-camera. The SP-590UZ controls only one group of flash units. The camera and flashes have four control channels to choose from so the flashes and camera will not receive signals from other Olympus wireless RC flash systems operating nearby. The photo below shows the main setup screen for the wireless flash system in the SP-590UZ set to Channel 2.
The flash group, channel, and settings are then setup on the flash units. The SP-590UZ requires that Flash Group A is selected. When the camera shutter is tripped, the cameras built-in flash emits a very high-speed burst of data in a pre-flash that commands the performance of the flash units. The diagram below shows a placement of three flash units using the Wireless Flash system.
For details on the operation of the Wireless Flash system, please refer to the manuals for the FL-36R and FL-50R. Olympus wireless RC flash system flashes, such as the FL-50R and the FL-36R can all be purchased from authorized Olympus dealers or online directly from The Olympus Store.
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Does Olympus offer a remote cable release for the SP-590UZ?
The RM-UC1 Remote Cable Release is the electronic cable release for the SP-570UZ. The RM-UC1 connects to the same USB port on the camera that is used to connect the camera to a computer via the bundled USB cable. The RM-UC1 has a sliding lock to lock the cable release for BULB exposures. The RM-UC1 is available from authorized Olympus dealers and also online directly from The Olympus Store. To order the RM-UC1 (Item #260237), click here.
Does Olympus offer any conversion lenses for the SP-590UZ?
Olympus offers the TCON-17 Telephoto Conversion Lens for use with the SP-590UZ. The lens increases the magnification of the subject by 1.7x when the camera is at the extreme telephoto zoom. The CLA-11 Lens Tube Adapter, sold separately, is required to attach the TCON-17 to the SP-590UZ. Both accessories are available from authorized Olympus dealers or online directly from The Olympus Store. To purchase the TCON-17 Telephoto Conversion Lens (Item #200862), click here. To purchase the CLA-11 Lens Tube Adapter (Item #202317), click here.

I want to use a lens filter with the SP-590UZ. What is the diameter of the filter thread?
The SP-590UZ does not have a filter thread; therefore, lens filters cannot be attached directly to the camera. Filters with 55mm diameter can be attached to the SP-590UZ via the CLA-11 Lens Tube Adapter, sold separately. However, it is not recommended because vignetting may occur in the corners of the image when the camera is set to wide angle positions. Images taken with the SP-590UZ while using filters are not supported by Olympus. The CLA-11 Lens Tube Adapter is available from authorized Olympus dealers and also online from The Olympus Store. To purchase the CLA-11 (Item #202317), click here.

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Troubleshooting When I look through the viewfinder, the image does not appear to be sharp. Why?
You may need to adjust the viewfinders diopter to your vision. To the left of the viewfinder eyepiece cup is the diopter adjustment dial. While looking through the viewfinder, rotate the diopter adjustment dial until you can see the AF frame clearly in the center of the viewfinder.
I cant get a sharp image using Night Scene. What am I doing wrong?
The NIGHT SCENE and NIGHT+PORTRAIT Scenes are meant to take long exposures of skylines and city streets by leaving the shutter open for several seconds. Camera motion while the shutter is open causes blurriness. Therefore, it is necessary to stabilize the camera by bracing it against something solid or by using a tripod or camera clamp.
Sometimes when Im shooting in dim light I have difficulty getting the camera to focus. What can I do?
Digital cameras autofocus by detecting differences in the contrast between light and dark areas of the image projected onto the sensor. If the light is dim or the image has somewhat flat contrast, the camera may have difficulty focusing. The SP-590UZ has an AF Illuminator feature that uses the flash to illuminate the subject just before the exposure is made, thereby assuring autofocus. To enable the AF Illuminator: 1. Press [MENU], select CAMERA MENU and then press [OK/FUNC]. 2. Using the down arrow button on the keypad, toggle down to AF ILLUMINAT. 3. Toggle right and select ON. 4. Press [OK/FUNC]. 5. Exit the menu.
I went on vacation and used several memory cards. Now, when Im downloading the images onto my computer and trying to save them, I get a message that says, Image file_name.jpg already exists. Replace it with the new file? Whats going on?

The SP-590UZ has two settings for creating file names for the images it captures: AUTO - Even when a new card is inserted, the folder numbers are retained from the previous card. If the new card contains an image file whose number coincides with one saved on the previous card, the new cards file numbers start at the number following the highest number on the previous card. Put simply, the camera picks up where it left off when naming files. RESET - When a new card is inserted, the folder numbers start at 100 and the file numbers start at 0001. If a card containing images is inserted, the file numbers start at the number following the highest file number on the card. If the card has been formatted, the file names will start with 0001. Put simply, the card starts naming files anew beginning at 0001. At some point, the computer will start seeing duplicate numbers. When multiple cards are downloaded in this setting, each duplicate file name will have to be renamed individually or else the like-named files will overwrite their predecessors when they are saved to the computer. The original images will no longer be viewable.
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When I try to select the PANORAMA option in the CAMERA MENU, the option is grayed out. Why?
The PANORAMA option in the SP-590UZ requires Olympus xD-Picture Card media to function and the camera must be set to the P (Program) or SCN shooting mode. When a series of images are captured while the SP-590UZ is in Panorama mode, the images are tagged with information that indicates they are elements of a panoramic image. It also locks the exposure settings from the first image so there wont be variations in brightness from image to image when the panorama is stitched. The information is used to stitch the elements together into an almost seamless single image. The SP-590UZ provides three Panorama options: COMBINE IN CAMERA1 allows the photographer to shoot three images that are automatically stitched in camera and saved as one image on the memory card. After the first image is shot, a pointer (a red dot with crosshairs) is superimposed on the live view of the second image. As the camera is moved to the right, a white target mark moves into the image. When the pointer is centered on the target mark, the camera automatically takes a picture and saves it. The camera then places another pointer and target mark in the live view of the third image. When the pointer is centered on the target mark, the camera shoots the last picture and automatically initiates and completes the panoramic stitch, saving the final image on the memory card. This option is not available when the mode dial is set to SCN. COMBINE IN CAMERA2 allows the photographer to shoot three images freehand that are automatically stitched in camera and saved as one image on the memory card. This option superimposes blue lines to indicate overlap points for the stitch. Use of a tripod is recommended for this technique. COMBINE IN PC allows the photographer to shoot up to 10 images that can be imported into a computer and stitched together using OLYMPUS Master software. Again, a tripod is recommended for this technique.

My camera is connected to my TV with the video cable to play back my photos, but I dont see any images.
Televisions have AV (Audio/Visual) input channels (usually found below Channel 2) to play images and videos from digital cameras and camcorders. Using the TV channel selector, move downward through the channels until you see the camera menu on the TV screen. The display on the camera LCD screen or electronic viewfinder will be blacked out. If the image quality on the screen appears to be distorted, the camera may be set to a video output format that is incompatible with the television. In the cameras SETUP menu, check the VIDEO OUT setting. In North America, the setting should be NTSC. If it is set to PAL, change it to NTSC.

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