Loading the batteries

DIGITAL CAMERA

Inserting/Removing the card

Taking still pictures

Full-auto shooting
Remove the lens cap. 1 the POWER switch. Set the mode dial to and press

C-730 Ultra Zoom

Quick-start guide
1 Make sure theiscamera is turned off; The monitor off.
The viewfinder is off. The lens is not extended.
We have included this convenient Quick-Start Guide to show you basic functions and techniques that will help you quickly master your new camera. For more detailed descriptions of procedures, as well as for additional information on more sophisticated features not covered here, please refer to the printed Basic Manual, or the comprehensive Reference Manual on the CD-ROM. Package contents
Camera Strap Lens cap Lens cap string CR-V3 lithium battery pack (2 packs) AV cable USB cable Basic manual Quick-start guide Software installation guide (included in the CD-ROM package) CD-ROM with Windows 98 USB driver software, Reference manual, and more. Warranty card/Registration card (not provided in some areas) Safety Precautions (booklet) 16 MB xD-Picture Card xD-Picture Card instructions
Slide the battery compartment lock on the battery compartment cover in the direction of.

2 Open the card cover.

Insertion direction indication
Point the camera towards a subject while viewing through the viewfinder.
Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of arrow (A) with your fingertip, then lift it in the direction of arrow (B) to open it. Do not use your fingernail, as this could result in injury.
3 Inserting the card the appropriate Insert the card in
direction. xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia card cannot be inserted into the camera at the same time. You can only insert one of the other at any given time. Hold the card in a straight orientation to xD-Picture Card SmartMedia the card slot, and then insert it fully until it is locked securely. Do not attempt to insert the card at an angle. Note the orientation of the card. If it is inserted incorrectly, it may become jammed. Ejecting the card Push the card slowly toward the inside of the card slot with your finger until it stops. Continue to hold the card so that it does not forcibly eject, then remove the card from the slot by pulling it straight out.

Zoom lever

4 Insert the batteries in the direction shown in the illustration.

Battery alignment

Attaching the strap
W (wide-angle): To zoom out. T (telephoto): To zoom in.

Card access lamp

1 Attach the lenssecuring string to
the lens cap. camera 2 Thread the through the cameras strap eyelet strap loop from the monitor side, then thread the camera strap loop through the lens-securing string loop. end of the strap 3 Thread the otheryour neck) through (which you will have around the camera strap loop that has already gone through the cameras strap eyelet. Pull on the strap attached to the cameras strap eyelet to make sure it is securely fastened.
When using AA When using CR-V3 (R6) batteries lithium battery packs
compartment 5 Press the batteryarrow (C), holdcover down in it pressed at the direction of

Strap eyelet

the mark against the camera, and then slide it in the direction of arrow (D). When pressing the battery compartment cover shut, be sure to press the center of the cover, as it may be difficult to close properly by pressing the edge. Make sure the cover is completely closed.
subject, 3 To focus on theslowly andpress the shutter button halfway, gently. When the subject is in focus, the green lamp lights up. (If the green lamp is flashing, the subject is not in focus. Release the shutter button and repeat step 3.)

4 Close the card cover securely until it clicks.
Note: Never open the card cover, remove the batteries, or disconnect the optional AC adapter while the camera is on. Doing so could destroy all data on the card. In addition, never use the camera with the card inserted insecurely. A loose connection may result in being unable to access the card or recording pictures on the card, or loss of data. Destroyed data cannot be restored.
Green lamp Number of storable still pictures
4 Adjust the strap length.
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on 6 Slide the battery compartment lock of the battery compartment cover in the direction. Note: Manganese (zinc-carbon) batteries cannot be used.
press the shutter gently 4 ToIf start shooting, will fire automaticallybuttonrequired. all the way (fully). the flash is up, it when
The card access lamp blinks and the camera begins storing pictures on the card.
To turn off the camera, press the POWER switch again. If the date/time has been returned to the factory default setting, "Y/M/D" appears on the monitor.

Viewing still pictures

Recording movies

Playing back movies

Erasing pictures

Single-Frame Erase

1 Set the mode dial to POWER switch.
Press to avoid accidentally erasing images. To cancel protection, press again.
(playback mode) and press the
Remove the lens cap. 1 the POWER switch. Set the mode dial to

and press

Display the movie frame (picture with ) you want to play back T See steps 1 and 2 in Viewing still pictures.
Display the picture you want to erase. T See steps 1 and 2 in Viewing still pictures. Press.

(erase) button

Point the camera towards a subject while viewing through the viewfinder or the monitor.
Press. The top menu appears.
Press 3 select on the arrow pad to MOVIE PLAY. MOVIE PLAY

MODE MENU

When the ERASE screen appears, press 3 To cancel erasure, press to select NO. to select YES.

YES NO

Press 4 PLAYBACK. to select MOVIE
To exit MOVIE PLAY screen, press.

MOVIE PLAY PLA

4 Press

to erase the picture.

SELECT GO
You can play back pictures while the camera is in the shooting mode (Quick View). Press twice quickly. To return to shooting, press the shutter button halfway.

MOVIE PLAYBACK INDEX

Press the shutter button halfway. The green lamp lights up.

CANCEL SELECT GO

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2 Display the desired pictures using the
arrow pad. Pictures indicated by are movie frames.
4 Press the shutter button all the way to start recording.
lever towards T: Enlarges the Displays the picture. next picture. W: Displays Jumps to the picture multiple pictures 10 frames ahead. at the same time. Displays the previous picture.
Jumps to the picture Turning the zoom 10 frames behind.
The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts writing the movie to the card. During movie recording, lights in red.
Green lamp Seconds remaining
Press to start Playback. 5 When playback finishes, the screen returns to the beginning of the movie.
If is pressed again when the movie playback is finished, the MOVIE PLAYBACK screen appears. To exit the movie playback mode and return to the. MOVIE PLAY screen, press to select EXIT, then press
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Buttons and Dial
Shooting W/T Playback / : Zooms out/in. : Displays multiple pictures at the same time (Index-display)/ enlarges pictures (close-up playback).

Menu functions

Moving around the Menu screen
Press Note: The Top menu and available menu functions vary depending on the mode. (See the Reference Manual for more details.)

Top menu (Mode dial: P)

If you select the MODE MENU in step 2

to enter each menu

SET CARD PIC CAMERA

Shutter button

Focuses (half press) or shoots (fully press).

to select to select

DRIVE ISO A/M/S SLOW
Brings up CAMERA menu Brings up PICTURE menu Brings up CARD menu Brings up SETUP menu

The top menu functions can be changed to your liking in the modes other than and (SHORT CUT setting).

CAM PIC CARD SET

Mode dial
Full-auto Portrait Sports Landscape-Portrait Landscape-Scene Night-Scene Self Portrait My mode A/S/M (Aperture priority/Shutter priority/ Manual shooting) P (Program) Playback : : : : : : : : : : Full automatic exposure with one press of the shutter button. Renders in-focus subject against a blurred background. Suitable for capturing fast-moving action without blurring. Both subject and background are in focus. Suitable for taking pictures of landscapes and other outdoor scenes. Suitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. Enables you to take a picture of yourself while holding the camera. Records movies. Activates your customized settings. User sets aperture and/or shutter speed manually.

Flash switch

Pops up the flash.
Menu functions during shooting

SHUTTER

Sets the beep sound (used for warnings. etc.) to OFF/LOW/HIGH. Sets the tone and its volume. There are 2 options for each selection. Sets the sleep timer. Customizes settings, which are activated in the mode. SLEEP MY MODE SETUP FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING

CAMERA

DRIVE Selects a mode from (single-frame shooting), (sequential shooting), (High-speed sequential shooting) (AF sequential shooting) or BKT (auto bracketing). Selects ISO sensitivity from AUTO/100/200/400. Selects a shooting mode from A (Aperture priority shooting), S (Shutter priority shooting), M (Manual shooting). Selects a shooting mode from 1 MY MODE 1, 3 MY MODE 3, 4 MY MODE 4. Adjusts the flash for slow shutter speeds. Reduces the noise on images during long exposures. Decides the best exposure by metering up to 8 different spots in the image. The maximum optical zoom (10x) can be extended even more by the 3x digital zoom, making possible up to approx. 30x zoom. Keeps the image in focus at all times without having to press the shutter button halfway. Selects the auto focus method (iESP or SPOT). Records sound while taking still pictures. For macro shooting as close as 4cm (1.6 inches) away from the subject (super macro mode). PANORAMA 2 IN 1 FUNCTION AF AREA INFO Allows panorama pictures to be taken with Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards. Combines two pictures taken in succession and stores them as a single picture. Lets you shoot pictures in black & white or sepia tone. Lets you change the position of the AF target mark using the arrow pad. Changes the amount of shooting information displayed on the monitor. Displays a histogram showing the brightness and contrast of the subject on your monitor.

Viewfinder

Shooting : View subjects while shooting. Playback : Displays recorded images.
Chooses how to name files and folders of images to be saved. Checks the CCD and image processing circuit for errors. Adjusts the monitor brightness. Sets the date and time.

ISO A/S/M

: The camera sets aperture and shutter speed. : Plays back a picture.

1/2/3/4

2 MY MODE 2,
m/ft VIDEO OUT BATTERY SAVE SHORT CUT CUSTOM BUTTON
Sets the measurement units (m/ft) used during manual focus. Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TVs video signal type. TV video signal type differs depending on the region. Enables camera operation with reduced power consumption. Lets you assign frequently-used functions as shortcut menus on the top menu. Lets you assign a frequently used function to the cameras custom button.

Diopter adjustment dial

Adjusts the diopter for the best viewfinder focus.
SLOW NOISE REDUCTION MULTI METERING DIGITAL ZOOM FULLTIME AF AF MODE
Adjusts the flash intensity for different shooting conditions.
Self-timer/Remote control button

Shooting (

/ ) : Selects self-timer/Remote control mode.

Playback

Self-timer shooting Remote control shooting (requires optional Remote Control RM-1) : Erases pictures one-by-one.
Menu functions during playback

Macro/Spot button

Shooting : Activates macro mode or metering mode. Macro shooting Wide: 0.1 m 0.6 m (0.3 ft 2 ft)/Tele: 1.2 m 2.0 m (4 ft 6.6 ft) Spot metering Meters within the AF target on the viewfinder. (Normally, digital ESP is activated. Digital ESP meters the center of the subject and the area around it.) During macro mode shooting, spot metering is activated. : Print reserve

(still pictures)

Runs through all saved pictures one after another (slide-show).

MOVIE PLAY (movies)

Plays back movies. You can also edit movies or make indexes of still-shots from movies.

INFO (still pictures)

Changes the amount of shooting information displayed on the monitor.

Flash mode button

Shooting : Selects flash modes. AUTO (No indication) The flash fires in low-light and backlight conditions. Minimizes red-eye phenomena. The flash always fires. SLOW1/ SLOW2/ SLOW Adjusts the flash for slow shutter speeds. : Prevents pictures from being erased accidentally.

Displays a histogram showing the luminance distribution of recorded pictures.
During playback, adds sound to still pictures or changes sound that has been recorded.

PICTURE

Sets the record mode resolution. WB SHARPNESS CONTRAST SATURATION Sets the appropriate white balance according to the light source. Lets you make fine changes to the white balance manually. Adjusts the sharpness of images. Adjusts the contrast of images. Adjusts the level of color depth without changing tint. CARD SETUP

EDIT (still pictures)

Makes the file size smaller. Enlarges a part of a picture and saves it as a new picture.

OK/Menu button

Displays the menu screen or sets selected menu items.
Formats cards (FORMAT), or erases all images on them (ALL ERASE).

AE lock/Custom button

Shooting Playback : AEL Locks exposure. Performs whichever function you have set for it. : Rotates a picture.

CARD SETUP

Monitor/Quick View button
Turns the monitor on/off. Press quickly twice to play back the last recorded image.
Formats cards (all images on the card are deleted).
SCREEN SETUP VOLUME Registers a stored picture so that you can select it in PW ON SETUP and/or PW OFF SETUP. Adjusts the volume of the sound during playback. Selects the number of frames in the index display. (4/9/16-frame) ALL RESET, , PW ON/OFF SETUP, , , in SETUP under Menu functions during shooting. , VIDEO OUT: Same as described

Monitor

Arrow pad
Menu : Selects/adjusts the menu functions and items. Shooting : Sets aperture/shutter speed/exposure compensation values in the appropriate shooting modes. Playback : Selects pictures to be displayed.

ALL RESET

Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power. Selects a language for on-screen display. Sets the picture displayed on the monitor when the power is turned on/off. Selects whether to display images while saving them to a card.

PW ON/OFF SETUP REC VIEW

POWER switch

Turns the camera on/off.

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C-730 Ultra Zoom

BASIC MANUAL/MANUEL DE BASE EINFACHE ANLEITUNG/MANUAL BSICO
Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use. We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs. These instructions are only for quick reference. For more details on the camera functions described in this manual, refer to the camera Reference Manual on the CD-ROM enclosed in the camera package. For more details on connecting the camera to a PC and installing the provided software, refer to the Software Installation Guide (included in the CD-ROM package). Avant dutiliser votre appareil photo, veuillez lire attentivement ce mode demploi, de manire obtenir les meilleurs rsultats possibles. Avant deffectuer des prises de vues importantes, nous vous conseillons par ailleurs de faire quelques essais afin de vous familiariser avec le maniement de lappareil photo. Ces instructions ne sont que pour une rfrence rapide. Pour plus de dtails sur les fonctions de lappareil dcrites dans ce manuel, se rfrer au manuel de rfrence de lappareil sur le CD-ROM inclus dans lemballage de lappareil. Pour plus de dtails sur le raccordement de lappareil photo un ordinateur personnel et sur linstallation du logiciel fourni, se rfrer au Guide dinstallation de logiciel (inclus dans lemballage du CD-ROM). Bitte lesen Sie vor Gebrauch dieser Kamera sorgfltig diese Bedienungsanleitung, um optimale Ergebnisse beim Fotografieren zu erzielen. Wir empfehlen, vor wichtigen Aufnahmen Probeaufnahmen durchzufhren, um sich mit der Bedienung und den Funktionen der Kamera vertraut zu machen. Diese Kurzanleitung dient dem ersten Kennenlernen Ihrer Kamera. Weitere und ausfhrliche Angaben zur Funktionsweise dieser Kamera finden Sie im Referenzhandbuch auf der CD-ROM, die zum Lieferumfang der Kamera gehrt. Weitere Angaben zum Anschluss der Kamera an einen Personal Computer und zum Installieren der mitgelieferten Software siehe die Software-Installationsanleitung (in der CD-ROM-Packung enthalten). Antes de usar su cmara lea este manual detalladamente para asegurar el uso correcto. Nosotros le recomendamos que tome fotografas de prueba para familiarizarse con su cmara antes de tomar fotografas importantes. Estas instrucciones son slo de referencia rpida. Para ms detalles de las funciones de la cmara descritas en este manual, refirase al manual de consulta del CD-ROM adjunto en el paquete de la cmara. Para ms detalles sobre la conexin de la cmara a un PC e instalacin del software suministrado, refirase a la Gua de instalacin del software (adjunto en el paquete del CD-ROM).
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CONTENTS/TABLE DES MATI/INHALT/CONTENIDO
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CONTENTS

NAMES OF PARTS VIEWFINDER/MONITOR INDICATIONS HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL GETTING STARTED USING THE MENU SHOOTING BASICS ADVANCED SHOOTING PLAYBACK PRINT SETTINGS TRANSFERRING PICTURES TO A COMPUTER OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ERROR CODES SPECIFICATIONS 50
These instructions are only for quick reference. For more details on the camera functions described in this manual, refer to the camera Reference Manual on the CD-ROM enclosed in the camera package.
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. For customers in North and South America For customers in USA Declaration of Conformity Model Number : C-730 Ultra Zoom Trade Name : OLYMPUS Responsible Party : Olympus America Inc. Address : 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157 U.S.A. Telephone Number : 1-631-844-5000 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Trademarks Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc. All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective owners. The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the Design Rule for Camera File System/DCF standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

Items Indications , x1 x10
1 Battery check 2 Print reserve 3 Number of prints 4 Sound recording 5 Protect 6 Record mode 7 Date 8 Time 9 Frame number 0 Number of pixels

(resolution setting)

TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 02. 09. 12 12:2048x1536, 1600x1200, 1280x960 etc. F2.8 F1/1000 2.0 +2.0 , , , , , ISO100, ISO200, ISO0020 Displays the number of the movie frame currently displayed: 20 During movie playback, the recording time appears as follows:

Playing time

! Aperture value @ Shutter speed # Exposure compensation $ White balance % ISO ^ File number & Movie mark * Frame number/

Recording time

0" / 15"

Total recording time

The indications that appear on a movie picture that has been selected and displayed from the thumbnail display are different from those that appear when the movie picture is displayed using the movie play function. The indications vary depending on the setting used when shooting. The amount of the information displayed is selectable between two indication options.
VIEWFINDER/MONITOR INDICATIONS (Cont.) Memory gauge & battery check Memory gauge
The memory gauge lights when you take a still picture. When the gauge is lit, the camera is storing a picture on the card (an xD-Picture Card or a SmartMedia card). The memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the shooting status. When the memory gauge is full, wait until the light goes out before you take any more shots.
Shoot Wait Before shooting (Gauge is off) One picture taken (Lit) Shoot Wait More than two taken (Lit) Shoot Wait No more pictures can be taken (Fully Lit)

Battery check

If the remaining battery power is low, the battery check indication changes as follows when the camera is turned on or while the camera is in use.
No indication Lights (green) Remaining power level: high Blinks (red) Remaining power level: low. Replace with new batteries. Remaining power level: exhausted. BATTERY EMPTY is displayed. Replace with new batteries.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

In this manual, the shooting mode icons printed on the mode dial are used to show that the function described with them is available in the indicated shooting modes. First, set the mode dial to one of the indicated modes, then proceed with the instruction given. Before using the following function, set the mode dial to any of the positions shown.

Mode dial setting

Means Press this button.
If a button is shown in gray, press it as part of the step.
, , and used in instructions correspond to the buttons on the arrow pad as shown.
Select the menu items in order by following the arrows. In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T A/S/M T M.

GETTING STARTED

En Attaching the strap

Strap eyelet

Adjust the strap length.
Be careful with the strap when carrying the camera, as the strap can easily catch on protruding objects, causing serious damage. Attach the strap correctly following the instructions above so that the camera does not fall off. If the strap is attached incorrectly and the camera falls off the strap, Olympus is not responsible for any damages.

Loading the batteries

This camera uses 2 CR-V3 lithium battery packs or 4 AA (R6) NiMH batteries, NiCd batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries. down 1 Make sure the camera is turned 5 Press tment off; compar The monitor is off. The viewfinder is off. The lens is not extended. the battery cover in the direction of arrow (C), hold it pressed at the mark against the camera, and then slide it in the direction of arrow (D). When pressing the batter y compar tment cover shut, be sure to press the center of the cover, as it may be difficult to close properly by pressing the edge. Make sure the cover is completely closed.
battery compartment 3 Slide thethe direction of arrow cover in (A) with your fingertip, then lift it in the direction of arrow (B) to open it. Do not use your fingernail, as this could result in injur y.
Using an AC power adapter (optional) Use an AC adapter designed for the voltage requirement in the area where the camera will be used. Consult your nearest Olympus dealer or Service center for details.
When using CR-V3 lithium battery packs
When using AA (R6) batteries

GETTING STARTED (Cont.)

En Inserting/Removing the card
This manual uses the term card when referring to an xD-Picture Card or SmartMedia card. The pictures will be recorded on the card inserted in the camera. Make sure that a card is inserted into the camera before shooting.
1 Make sure theiscamera is turned off. The monitor off.
The viewfinder is off. The lens is not extended.

2 Open the card cover.

Insertion direction indication
3 Inserting the card in Inser t the card
the appropriate direction. xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia card cannot be inserted into the camera at the same time. You can only xD-Picture Card SmartMedia insert one of the other at any given time. Hold the card in a straight orientation to the card slot, and then insert it fully until it is locked securely. Do not attempt to insert the card at an angle. Note the orientation of the card. If it is inserted incorrectly, it may become jammed. Ejecting the card Push the card slowly toward the inside of the card slot with your finger until it stops. Continue to hold the card so that it does not forcibly eject, then remove the card from the slot by pulling it straight out.
4 Close the card cover securely until it clicks.

In shooting mode (when the mode dial is set to , , , , , , , , A/M/S or P), the MODE MENU functions are categorized into 4 tabs. Press to select a tab and display the associated menu items. When mode is selected, most of the functions under the MODE MENU are set automatically and MODE MENU does not appear in the Top menu.
CAMERA tab PICTURE tab CARD tab SETUP tab

CAMERA tab

Menu item Function
Selects a mode from (single-frame , , , shooting), (sequential shooting), , BKT (high-speed sequential shooting), (0.3/0.7/ (AF sequential shooting) or BKT (auto 1.0, x3/x5) bracketing). Selects ISO sensitivity (based on normal camera film) from AUTO/100/200/400. Selects a shooting mode from A (Aperture priority shooting), S (Shutter priority shooting), M (Manual shooting). Selects a shooting mode from 1 MY MODE 1, 2 MY MODE 2, 3 MY MODE 3, 4 MY MODE 4. Adjusts the flash intensity for different shooting conditions. AUTO, 100, 200, 400 A, S, M

ISO A/S/M

1/2/3/4
2.0 + 2.0 SLOW1, SLOW2, SLOW OFF, ON
Adjusts the flash for slow shutter speeds.
NOISE Reduces noise on images during long REDUCTION exposures.

CAMERA tab (Cont.)

MULTI METERING DIGITAL ZOOM
Determines the best exposure by metering up to 8 different spots in the image. The maximum optical zoom (10x) can be extended even more by the 3x digital zoom, making possible up to approximately 30x zoom. Keeps the image in focus at all times without having to press the shutter button halfway. Selects the auto focus method (iESP or SPOT). Records sound while taking still pictures. For macro shooting as close as 4 cm (1.6 inches) away from the subject.

FULLTIME AF AF MODE

OFF, ON
iESP SPOT , OFF, ON OFF, ON OFF, BLACK& WHITE, SEPIA, WHITE BOARD, BLACK BOARD OFF, ON OFF, ON

PANORAMA 2 IN 1 FUNCTION

Allows panorama pictures to be taken with Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards. Combines two pictures taken in succession and stores them as a single picture. Lets you shoot pictures in black & white or sepia tone.

AF AREA INFO

Lets you change the position of the AF target mark using the arrow pad. Changes the amount of shooting information displayed on the monitor. Displays a histogram showing the brightness and contrast of the subject on the LCD monitor.

PICTURE tab

Sets the record mode resolution.
TIFF*1, SHQ*2, HQ*2, SQ2*3, SQ2*4 AUTO, PRESET ( , , , , , ), 5.0 +5 5.0 +5 5.0 +5 5.0 +5
Sets the appropriate white balance according to the light source. Lets you make fine changes to the white balance manually.

Makes the file size smaller and saves it as a new picture.

SET CARD

640 x 480, 320 x 240, CANCEL
Enlarges a part of a picture and saves it as OK, CANCEL a new picture.

Display Function Setting

Formats cards (FORMAT), or erases all images on the card (ALL ERASE).
Selects whether to keep the current camera OFF, ON settings when you turn off the power. Selects a language for on-screen display. ENGLISH, FRANCAIS, DEUTSCH, ESPAOL SCREEN /OFF, 1, 2 SOUND/ OFF, ON PW ON, PW OFF OFF, +1 +5 OFF, 1, 2/LOW, HIGH NTSC, PAL

SCREEN SETUP VOLUME

Registers a stored picture so that you can select it in PW ON/OFF SETUP. Adjusts the volume of the sound during playback. Sets the beep sound (used for warnings, etc.) to OFF/LOW/HIGH. Adjusts the monitor brightness. Sets the date and time.

VIDEO OUTPUT

Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TVs video signal type. TV video signal type differs depending on the region. Selects the number of frames in the index display.

4, 9, 16

SHOOTING BASICS
Shooting mode setting Mode dial Full-auto shooting
Allows you to take still pictures using NO special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets optimal focus and exposure. This is the simplest of all shooting modes.

Portrait shooting

Suitable for shooting a portrait-style image of a person. This mode features an in-focus subject against a blurred background. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting settings.

Sports shooting

Suitable for capturing fast-moving action (such as sports) without blurring. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting settings.
Landscape-Portrait shooting
Suitable for taking photos of both your subject and the background. The picture is taken with the background as well as the subject in the foreground in focus. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting settings.

Landscape-Scene shooting

Suitable for taking pictures of landscapes and other outdoor scenes. Both the foreground and the background are in focus. Blues and greens are reproduced vividly in this mode, the Landscape-Scene mode is excellent for shooting natural scenery. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting settings.

Night-Scene shooting

Suitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting.

Self Portrait shooting

Enables you to take a picture of yourself while holding the camera. Point the lens towards you and take a shot. The focus is locked on you (shooter). The camera automatically selects the optimal settings for this type of shooting condition. Zooming is not possible in this mode.

SHOOTING BASICS (Cont.)

En Movie record
Allows you to record movies. The camera sets the aperture and shutter speed automatically.

My Mode

Your favorite settings can be saved in MY MODE SETUP menu (in the menus SETUP tab). Customized settings are activated when the power is turned on in the mode. Settings such as aperture value, zoom position, etc. can be customized. In the mode, you can select exposure mode (shooting mode) from , , , , , , A, S, M or P. Settings can be specified with the cameras setting menus. In MY MODE SETUP, you can create and save up to 4 different My Mode settings. Items in the short cut menu can be different from those in the P or , , , , , mode short cut menus.
A/S/M Aperture priority/Shutter priority/Manual/My mode

shooting

When the mode dial is set to A/S/M, the following items can be set with the menus:
A (Aperture priority shooting) S (Shutter priority shooting)
You set the aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed. You set the shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture.

M (Manual shooting)

You set both the aperture and shutter speed.

P (Program shooting)

Allows you to take still pictures. The camera sets aperture and shutter speed. Other functions, such as flash modes and drive modes, can be adjusted manually.
Aperture setting Aperture priority shooting
In the menu, T CAMERA T A/S/M T A. 1 Press topPress select MODE MENU menu. again to cancel the
To increase the aperture value (F-number), press.

To decrease the aperture value (F-number), press.
Shutter speed setting Shutter priority shooting
In the menu, T CAMERA T A/S/M T S. 1 Press topPress select MODE MENU menu. again to cancel the
To set a faster shutter speed, press. To set a slower shutter speed, press.
En Aperture & Shutter speed setting Manual shooting
menu, T CAMERA T A/S/M T M. 1 In the topPress select MODE MENU menu. Press. again to cancel the
To set a faster shutter speed, press. To increase the aperture value (F-number), press. To decrease the aperture value (F-number), press.
To set a slower shutter speed, press.

Using My Mode

In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T 1/2/3/4 T 1 MY MODE 1, 2 MY MODE 2, 3 MY MODE 3 or 4 MY MODE 4. Press. Press again to cancel the menu.

Taking still pictures

the mode 1 Remove the lens cap. Set the POWERdial to any fo the positions above and press switch.
Point the camera towards a subject while viewing through the viewfinder.

Card access lamp

press 3 To focus on the subject, gently. the shutter button halfway, slowly and

Green lamp

When the subject is in focus, the green lamp lights up. If the green lamp is flashing, the subject is not in focus. Release the shutter button and repeat step 3.
Number of storable still pictures
4 To start shooting, press the shutter button gently all the way (fully).
If the flash is up, it will fire automatically when required. The card access lamp blinks and the camera begins storing pictures on the card.
Never open the card cover, remove the batteries, or disconnect an optional AC adapter when the card access lamp is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have just taken.

En Recording movies

Remove the lens cap. 1 the POWER switch. Set the mode dial to

and press

Point the camera towards a subject while viewing through the viewfinder or the monitor.
the shutter button 3 Pressgreen lamp lights up. halfway. The

4 Press the shutter button all the way to start recording.
The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts writing the movie to the card. lights in red. During movie recording,

Seconds remaining

the way again to recording. 5 Press the shutter button all remaining reach stop shooting finishes If the displayed seconds 0, automatically and the camera starts writing the movie to the card.
Zoom T To zoom in on a subject, press the zoom lever towards T. To shoot a wider-angle picture, press the zoom lever towards W. TTelephoto/Wide-angle shooting is possible at up to 10x magnification (optical zoom limit, equivalent to 38 mm-380 mm on a 35 mm camera). By combining the digital zoom with the 10x optical zoom, zoom magnification up to approximately 30x is possible. How to shoot using the monitor T Press the (monitor) button and then follow steps 3 and 4 in Taking still pictures.

Zoom lever

Focus lock
If the subject of your composition is not within the AF target mark and focusing is not possible, try the following:
1 Position the AF target mark over the subject. Press the shutter button
halfway to lock the focus. Exposure (brightness) is also locked and the
green lamp lights up. Green lamp
2 Compose your picture (point the camera towards the subject) while keeping the shutter button pressed halfway.
3 Press the shutter button all the way.

En Using the flash

Auto-flash (No indication, factory default setting) : Automatically fires in low-light and backlight conditions. Red-eye reduction flash : Significantly reduces the red-eye phenomenon (subjects eyes appearing red). Fill-in flash : Always fires regardless of the lighting conditions. Flash off : For situations where flash is prohibited, or when you do not want flash to fire. Slow synchronization SLOW1 SLOW2 SLOW: In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T SLOW T SLOW1, SLOW2 or SLOW. Press. Press again to cancel the menu. 1st curtain (front curtain): Regardless of the shutter speed, the flash fires right after the shutter fully opens. 2nd curtain (rear curtain): 2nd curtain fires the flash just before the shutter closes. 1st curtain with red-eye reduction: This is for when you want to use Slow Synchronization yet also reduce redeye. the (flash) 1 Press flash pops up.switch. The the (flash mode) 2 Press indication appears. button repeatedly until the desired flash mode

ADVANCED SHOOTING

Drive mode
: Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed all the way. (Single-frame shooting; normal shooting) : Shoots a maximum of 11 sequential pictures at a maximum speed of approximately 1.2 frames/second. Focus, exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first frame. (Sequential shooting) : Shoots a maximum of 3 sequential pictures at a maximum speed of approximately 2.4 frames/second. Focus, exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first frame. (High-speed sequential shooting) : Shoots pictures sequentially. Focus is locked for each frame automatically. The AF sequential shooting speed is lower than normal sequential shooting. (AF Sequential shooting) BKT : Shoots multiple frames of the same picture, each with a different exposure value. Focus and white balance are locked at the first frame. (Auto bracketing) In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T DRIVE T , , or BKT. Press. Press again to cancel the menu.

Spot metering

There are 3 metering methods: Digital ESP metering, spot metering and multi-metering. Digital ESP metering: Meters the center of the subject and the area around it. Spot metering: Meters the brightness of the center area of the viewfinder. Multi-metering: Useful with high-contrast subjects. For more details, refer to the Reference Manual on CD-ROM. Press repeatedly until (spot metering) or (spot metering+macro mode) appears.
ADVANCED SHOOTING (Cont.)

En AE lock

Suitable for situations when optimal exposure is difficult to achieve (such as excessive contrast between the subject and the surroundings). For example, taking a picture with the bright sky takes up most of the frame may cause underexposure of the subject in the foreground. In such a case, compose a shot without the bright sky, then press to lock the metered value (exposure) temporarily. Then compose your shot again with the bright sky in the frame and shoot. In other words, use AE lock when you want an exposure setting that is different from the setting that would normally apply to the image you want to shoot.

Macro mode shooting

The macro mode allows you to shoot close to the subject (within 10 cm 60 cm (0.4 ft 2 ft)). When the zoom lever is pressed to the maximum W position, you can fill the entire frame with your subject. Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject. However, in the (macro) mode focusing is performed quickly. If the center of the frame (within the AF target mark) is metered when you are close to the subject and you shoot with the optimal exposure, the picture will turn out well (Spot metering+ Macro mode). Press repeatedly until metering+macro mode) appears. (macro mode) or (spot

Exposure Compensation

This function allows you to make fine changes to the present exposure setting. In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. You can adjust between 2.0 in 1/3 steps.
Adjusts towards (images become darker)

(images become brighter)

Adjusts towards +

Manual focus

Hold down for more than 1 second. When the focus distance selection screen appears on the monitor, press to select MF. Press to select the focus distance. During operation, you can enlarge the area you are focusing on. The lengths shown are for reference only. When the length indicator is moved to less than 2 m (6.6 ft), the bar display automatically switches to the 10 cm (4 inches)2 m (6.6 ft) bar display. Hold down for more than 1 second to save the setting. Press the shutter button to take a picture. Focus is locked at the distance you have set. To cancel the saved MF setting, hold down again for more than 1 second to display the focus distance selection screen. To return to the AF mode, press to select AF, then press. Manual focus is canceled.

PLAYBACK

En Viewing still pictures
1 Set the mode dial to POWER switch.
(playback mode) and press the
You can play back pictures while the camera is in the shooting mode (Quick View). Press twice quickly. To return to shooting, press the shutter button halfway.
2 Display the desired pictures using the
arrow pad. Pictures indicated by are movie frames.
lever towards T: Enlarges the picture. W: Displays Jumps to the picture multiple pictures 10 frames ahead. at the same time. Displays the previous picture.
Displays the next picture.
Jumps to the picture Turning the zoom 10 frames behind.

Playing back movies

Display the movie frame (picture with See Viewing still pictures.

) you want to play back.

Press. The top menu appears.
Press 3 select on the arrow pad to MOVIE PLAY. MOVIE PLAY
Press 4 PLAYBACK. to select MOVIE To exit MOVIE PLAY screen, press.

MOVIE PLAY PLA

MOVIE PLAYBACK INDEX EDIT

CANCEL SELECT GO

Press to start 5 When playback Playback.the screen returns to the beginning of the finishes, movie. If is pressed again when the movie playback is finished, the MOVIE PLAYBACK screen appears. To exit the movie playback mode and return to the MOVIE PLAY screen, press to select EXIT, then press.

PLAYBACK (Cont.)

En Protect (Protecting Images Against Accidental Erasure)
It is highly recommended that you protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erased by the singleframe/all-frame erase function. 1 Display the picture you want to protect by using the arrow pad. 2 Press. The picture is now protected. To cancel protection, press again.

Single-Frame Erase

Select a picture you wish to erase by using the arrow pad. If the picture is protected, cancel the protection first. Press. The ERASE screen is displayed. Press to select YES. To cancel erasing, select NO and press , or press again. Press to erase the picture.

All-Frame Erase

This function erases all still pictures and movies on the card, except protected ones. 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CARD T CARD SETUP T ALL ERASE. 2 Press. The ALL ERASE screen is displayed. 3 Press to select YES. To cancel erasing, select NO and press. 4 Press to start erasing. A bar is displayed to show the progress.

It is not possible to erase protected pictures or pictures stored on a card that has a write-protect seal (SmartMedia). Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Check each picture before erasing to avoid accidentally erasing pictures you want to keep. ~ Protect (Protecting Images Against Accidental Erasure)

Formatting Cards

This function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards are highly recommended for use with this camera. If you will use non-OLYMPUS cards or cards formatted by other devices such as a computer, you must format them with the camera before use. Cards can be formatted in all modes. 1 In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CARD T CARD SETUP T FORMAT. 2 Press. The FORMAT screen is displayed. 3 Press to select YES. To cancel formatting, select NO and press. 4 Press to start formatting. A bar is displayed to show the progress of formatting.
All existing data stored on the card is erased when the card is formatted. Make sure that you save or transfer important data to a PC before formatting a used card. Protected pictures cannot be deleted with the ALL ERASE (all-frame erase) function, but they can be deleted with the FORMAT (format) function.

En Playback on a TV

Make sure that the TV and camera power are off. Connect the camera to the TV using the AV cable.

Mode dial

AV cable
Connect to the TVs video input (yellow) terminal and sound input (white) terminmal
Connect to the A/V OUT jack.
Set the mode dial to. Turn on the camera and the TV. Set the TV to the video input mode. For details on switching to video input, refer to your TVs instruction manual. Select an image by using the arrow pad. The selected image will be displayed on the TV.
Make sure that the cameras video output signal type is the same as the TVs video signal type.

PRINT SETTINGS

By specifying the desired number of prints of each picture on the card and whether or not the date and time are to be printed, you can print out the desired pictures according to the print reservation data with a DPOFcompatible printer or at a DPOF photo lab. What is DPOF? DPOF is short for Digital Print Order Format. DPOF is a format used to record automatic print information from cameras. By specifying which images are to be printed, the images can be printed easily by DPOF-compatible printing service labs or a personal DPOF-compatible printer. All-frame reservation Use this feature to print all the pictures stored on the card. You can specify the desired number of prints and whether or not the date and time are to be printed. Single-frame reservation Use this feature to print only selected pictures. Display the frame to be printed and select the desired number of prints. Trimming setting It is possible to enlarge a part of a recorded picture and to print out the enlarged section only. Resetting the print reservation data This function allows you to reset all the print reservation data for pictures stored on the card.

For more details, refer to the Reference Manual on CD-ROM.
TRANSFERRING PICTURES TO A COMPUTER
By connecting the camera to a computer with the provided USB cable, images on a card can be transferred to the computer. Some OS's (operating systems) may need a special setup when connecting to the camera for the first time. Follow the chart below. For details on the procedures in the chart, refer to the Reference Manual on the CD-ROM and the Software Installation Guide (included in the CD-ROM package).

Identifying the OS

Windows 98/98 SE (Second Edition)
Windows 2000 Professional/Me/XP
Mac OS 9.0 - 9.1/OS X (10.0) *OS 8.6: See below.
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98
Connecting the camera to a computer using the provided USB cable
Confirming the computer recognizes the camera

Downloading image files

Disconnecting the USB cable
* Even if your computer has a USB connector, data transfer may not function correctly if you are using one of the operating systems listed below or if you have an add-on USB connector (extension card, etc.). Windows 95/NT 4.0 Windows 98/98 SE upgrade from Windows 95 Mac OS 8.6 or lower (except Mac OS 8.6 equipped with USB MASS Storage support 1.3.5 installed at the factory) Data transfer is not guaranteed on a home-built PC system or PCs with no factory installed OS.
You can view images using: graphics applications that support the JPEG file format (Paint Shop Pro, Photoshop, etc.); Internet browsers (Netscape Communicator, Microsoft Internet Explorer, etc.); CAMEDIA Master software; or other software. For details on using commercial graphics applications, refer to their instruction manuals. QuickTime is needed for playing back movies. QuickTime is included on the provided software CD. If you want to process images, make sure to download them to your computer first. Depending on the software, image files may be destroyed if the images are processed (rotated, etc.) while they are on the card.
TRANSFERRING PICTURES TO A COMPUTER (Cont.)

En For other OS users

Users running other OS cannot connect the camera directly to a computer. Windows 95 Windows NT Mac OS before OS 9 You can download images directly to your computer using an optional floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter. Does your computer have a USB interface? Is there a port marked on your computer? No No Yes Yes Connect the camera directly to your computer using the provided USB cable. Use the optional USB SmartMedia reader/writer. * Certain card readers may not be compatible with Mac OS X. Check the Olympus website for the most up-to-date compatibility information.
Is your OS one of the following? Windows 98 Windows 2000 Windows Me Windows XP Mac OS 9/X

No Yes

Does your computer have a built-in PC card slot? Use the optional PC card adapter. * Not supported by Windows NT4.0 or lower

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