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DIGITAL CAMERA

Instruction Manual

Quick Start Guide

Get started using your camera right away.

Button operations

Menu operations

Printing pictures

Using OLYMPUS Master Getting to know your camera better Appendix
( Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. ( We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs. ( In the interest of continually improving products, Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information contained in this manual. ( The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product.
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Contents

Test out the functions of the camera buttons by following along with the illustrations. Learn about the menus that control the functions and settings for basic operation.
Learn how to print pictures you have taken.
Using OLYMPUS Master Getting to know your camera better
Learn how to transfer and save pictures to a computer.
Find out more about camera operations and how to take better pictures.

Appendix

Read about convenient functions and safety precautions on how to use your camera more effectively.
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Gather these items (box contents)

Digital Camera

LI-42B Lithium Ion Battery

LI-40C Battery Charger

USB Cable

AV Cable

OLYMPUS Master 2 Software CD-ROM
Items not shown: Instruction Manual (this manual), warranty card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location.

Attach the strap

( Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose.
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Prepare the camera

a. Charge the battery.
Power Cable Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charger

AC Wall Outlet

Charging Indicator Light On (Red): Charging Light Off: Charging complete (Charging time: Approx. 5 hours)
( Battery comes partially charged.
b. Insert the battery and an xD-Picture Card (optional) in the camera.
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( Insert the battery by putting in the marked side first, with the marks toward the battery lock knob.
If you insert the battery incorrectly, you will not be able to remove it. Do not use force. Contact authorized distributors/ service centers. Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or an explosion.

Battery lock knob

To remove the battery, slide the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow.

Index area

( Orient the card as shown in the illustration and insert it straight into the card slot.
Insert the card until it clicks into place.
To remove the card, push it all the way in and release it slowly. Then grasp the card and remove.
( You can shoot pictures with this camera even without using an optional xDPicture Card (hereinafter referred to as the card). If an xD-Picture Card is not inserted, your pictures will be saved to the internal memory. For details on the card, please refer to The card (P. 64).
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Turn the camera on

This explains how to turn on the camera in shooting mode. a. Set the mode dial to K.
When shooting still pictures (shooting mode)
When shooting movies (shooting mode)
When viewing pictures (playback mode)
Still picture shooting modes
K h s g This function allows you to shoot with the cameras automatic settings. This function reduces the blur incurred by a moving subject, or camera shake when taking pictures. This function allows you to shoot pictures by selecting a scene according to the shooting condition. This function allows you to set the target items by following the shooting guide displayed on the screen.

b. Press the o button.

o Button

---- -- -- -- --

CANCEL
When the date and time have not yet been set, this screen will appear.
( To turn off the camera, press the o button once again.
The directions of the arrow pad (1243) are indicated with 1243 in this manual.
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Set date and time

About the date and time setting screen

Y-M-D (Year-Month-Day)

Hour Minute Date formats (Y-M-D, M-D-Y, D-M-Y)

Exits a setting.

a. Press the 1F button and the 2Y button to select [Y].
The first two digits of the year are fixed.

1F Button

2008 -- -- -- --

2Y Button

b. Press the 3# button.

3# Button

c. Press the 1F button and the 2Y button to select [M].

-- -- --

d. Press the 3# button.
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e. Press the 1F button and the 2Y button to select [D].
f. Press the 3# button. g. Press the 1F button and the 2Y button to select the hours and minutes.
The time is displayed in the 24-hour format.

SET OK

h. Press the 3# button. i. Press the 1F button and the 2Y button to select [Y/M/D].
j. After all items have been set, press the o button.
For precise time setting, press the o button as the time signal strikes 00 seconds.
The number of storable still pictures is displayed.
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Take a picture

a. Hold the camera.
Horizontal grip Vertical grip

b. Focus.

Shutter Button (Pressed halfway)
The AF target mark lights in green when the focus and exposure are locked. The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed. If the AF target mark blinks in red, the focus is not adjusted properly. Try locking the focus again.

s Shoot pictures by selecting a scene mode according to the situation
You can shoot pictures by selecting a scene mode according to the situation.
Select a scene mode/change another scene mode to another one
Press m and select [SCN] from the top menu. Use the 12to select a scene and press o. By switching to another scene mode, most settings will be changed to the default settings of each scene mode. g s (Scene) Selecting a scene mode according to the shooting situation (P. 27)
g Follow the shooting guide to take better pictures

SHOOTING GUIDE

1 Shoot w/ effects preview. 2 Brightening subject. 3 Shooting into backlight. 4 Set particular lighting. 5 Blurring background.
Follow the shooting guide displayed on the screen to set the target items. Press m to display the shooting guide again. To change the setting without using the shooting guide, set the shooting mode to another one. Functions set using the shooting guide will revert to the default settings when m is pressed or when the shooting mode is changed.
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Shoot pictures by comparing previews of different effects Select one of the [1 Shoot w/ effects preview.] options from the Exposure effects. [SHOOTING GUIDE] menu to preview a live, multi-frame window on the monitor showing four different levels of the selected shooting effect. You can use the four preview frames to 0.0 +0.3 compare the desired setting/effect. Use the arrow pad to select the frame with the desired settings and press o. The camera automatically switches to shooting +0.7 +1.0 mode and allows you to shoot with the selected effect. Use 43 to change the display. When [Exposure effects.] is selected

n Recording movies

Audio is recorded with the movie.
This icon lights during movie recording.
The remaining recording time is displayed. When the remaining recording time reaches 0, recording will stop automatically.
q Viewing still pictures/Selecting playback mode
The last picture taken is displayed. Press the arrow pad to view other pictures. Use the zoom button to switch between close-up playback, index display and calendar display.

Playing back movies

Select the movie in the playback mode and press o to play.

MOVIE PLAY OK

2008.08.26 12:30 100-0004 IN 4
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Operations during movie playback
Playing time/Total recording time
2008.08.26 12:30 100-0004 IN 00:12 /00:34
1: Increases the volume. 2: Reduces the volume.
3: Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes in the following order: 2; 20; and back to 1. 4: Plays the movie in reverse. Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes in the following order: 1; 2; 20; and back to 1. If you press f/S during movie playback, the stopwatch starts. Pressing f/S again stops the stopwatch. Press o to pause the playback.

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Movies, pictures shot by another camera, and previously fixed or edited pictures cannot be corrected. Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective. Editing an image may cause it to suffer a minor loss in quality.

3 ADD FAVORITE

Adding favorite images
This function registers your favorite still pictures as separate still pictures in the internal memory. You can register up to 9 favorite pictures. g P Viewing My Favorite (P. 15)
Use the arrow pad to select a picture, and press o.
Registered pictures cannot be erased even by formatting the internal memory. A registered picture can be used as the startup screen picture or menu screen background picture. g PW ON SETUP Setting the startup screen and volume (P. 36) MENU COLOR Setting the menu screen color and background (P. 37)
Please note that registered pictures cannot be edited, printed, copied to a card, transferred to a computer, or played back on a computer.
4 EDIT Q... Changing the size of pictures
C 640 x 480 E 320 x 240 This function changes the picture size to 640 x 480 and saves it as a new file. This function changes the picture size to 320 x 240 and saves it as a new file.
COLOR EDIT... Changing the color of pictures
This function changes the color of a picture and saves it as a new file.

COLOR EDIT

Select the picture with 43, and press o. Use the arrow pad to select the desired color, and press o.
1 Black & White 2 Sepia 3 Saturation (High) 4 Saturation (Low) Creates a black and white picture. Creates a sepia picture. Creates a picture with strong saturation. Creates a picture with fairly strong saturation.
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FRAME.... Add a frame to your picture
This function lets you select a frame, integrate the frame with an image, and save it as a new picture.
Select the picture to be integrated with the frame with 43, and press o. (Press 12 to turn the picture 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise.) Select a frame with 43 and press o. Press the arrow pad and the zoom button to adjust the position and size of the picture, and press o. This function cannot be used when the panoramic picture is selected.
LABEL.... Add a label to your picture
This function lets you select a label, integrate the label with an image, and save it as a new picture.

If your computer is running Windows Vista, you can select [PC] in Step 3 on P. 47, press 3, and select [MTP] to use Windows Photo Gallery. Data transfer is not guaranteed in the following environments, even if your computer is equipped with a USB port. Computers with a USB port added by means of an extension card, etc. Computers without a factory-installed OS and home-built computers
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To increase the number of languages
Please take care that your battery is fully charged!
Make sure that your computer is connected to the Internet. Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the computer. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the cameras USB connector.
The camera turns on automatically. The monitor turns on and the selection screen for the USB connection is displayed.
Select [PC], and press o. In the browse window, select Camera, then Update Camera/Add Display Language.
The confirmation window for updating is displayed.

Click OK.

The updating the camera window is displayed.
Click Add Language in the updating camera display.
The Add Display Language of Camera window is displayed.

and select a language.

Click Add.
The new language is downloaded to your camera. Please do not remove any cable or the battery while the camera is processing.
10 After the download procedure the camera display will show OK. You
can remove the cables and turn power off. After restarting the camera you will be able to choose the new language from [SETUP].
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Getting to know your camera better
Shooting tips and information
Tips before you start taking pictures The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded
The battery is not fully charged
Charge the battery with the charger.
The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold
Battery performance declines in low temperatures, and the charge may not be sufficient to turn on the camera. Remove the battery and warm it by putting it in your pocket for a while.

Cannot use the card

If the cards contact area is dirty, the [CARD SETUP] screen may display without reading the card. In this case, select [CLEAN CARD], and press o. Then, remove the card and wipe the contact area with a soft, dry cloth.

Playback tips Playing back the picture in the internal memory
When a card has been inserted in the camera, the picture in the internal memory cannot be played back. Pull out the card before operating the camera.
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Viewing picture information
Play back a picture, and press g/E/Y. Press g/E/Y repeatedly to change the amount of information displayed. g g/E/Y button Changing the information on display/Display the menu guide/Turning on the LED illuminator/Checking the time (P. 20)
Quickly displaying a desired picture
Press W on the zoom button to view the pictures as thumbnails (index display) or in a calendar format (calendar display). g Zoom button Zooming while shooting/Close-up playback (P. 16)
Erasing sound recorded to still pictures
Once sound is added to a picture, it is not possible to erase the sound. In this case, make a re-recording with silence. Re-recording of the sound is not possible if there is insufficient space in the internal memory or on the card. g R Adding sound to still pictures (P. 34)
Viewing pictures on a computer Viewing the entire picture on a computer screen
The size of the picture displayed on a computer screen changes depending on the computer settings. When the monitor setting is 1,and you are using Internet Explorer to view a picture with an image size of 2,048 1,536 at 100%, the entire picture cannot be viewed without scrolling. There are several ways you can view the entire picture on the computer screen. View the picture using image browsing software
Install the OLYMPUS Master 2 software from the provided CD-ROM.
Change the monitor setting
The icons on the computer desktop may be rearranged. For details of changing the settings on your computer, refer to the computers instruction manual.
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When you get an error message on the camera.
Monitor indication q CARD ERROR q WRITE PROTECT > MEMORY FULL q CARD FULL L NO PICTURE r PICTURE ERROR Possible cause There is a problem with the card. Writing to the card is prohibited. The internal memory has no available memory and cannot store any new data. The card has no available memory and cannot store any new data. There are no pictures in the internal memory or on the card. There is a problem with the selected picture and it cannot be played back on this camera. Pictures taken by other cameras, taken in [D] or previously edited or corrected pictures cannot be edited or fixed. The battery/card compartment cover is open. CARD-COVER OPEN g BATTERY EMPTY

CARD SETUP

Corrective action This card cannot be used. Insert a new card. The recorded image has been protected (readonly) on a computer. Download the image to a computer and cancel the read-only setting. Insert a card or erase unwanted data. Before erasing, back up the data of important pictures using the card, or download such pictures to a computer. Replace the card or erase unwanted data. Before erasing, download important pictures to a computer. The internal memory or the card contains no pictures. Record pictures. Use image processing software to view the picture on a computer. If that cannot be done, the image file is damaged. Use image processing software to edit the pictures.
r THE IMAGE CANNOT BE EDITED
Close the battery/card compartment cover.
The battery is empty. The card was not read. Or, the card is not formatted.
Charge the battery. Select [CLEAN CARD] and press o. Remove the card and wipe the contact area with a soft, dry cloth. Select [FORMAT] [YES] and press o. All data on the card is erased. Select [MEMORY FORMAT] [YES] and press o. All data in the internal memory is erased.

CLEAN CARD FORMAT SET OK

MEMORY SETUP
There is an error in the internal memory.
POWER OFF MEMORY FORMAT SET OK

NO CONNECTION

The camera is not connected to the computer or printer correctly. There is no paper in the printer.
Disconnect the camera and connect it again correctly. Load some paper in the printer.

NO PAPER

The printer has run out of ink. Replace the ink cartridge in the printer.

NO INK

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Monitor indication

Possible cause The paper is jammed.
Corrective action Remove the jammed paper.
JAMMED SETTINGS CHANGED The printers paper tray has been removed or the printer has been operated while changing settings on the camera. There is a problem with the printer and/or camera. PRINT ERROR r CANNOT PRINT Pictures recorded on other cameras may not be printed on this camera. Do not operate the printer while changing settings on the camera.
Turn off the camera and printer. Check the printer and remedy any problems before turning the power on again. Use a computer to print.
Functions available in shooting modes and scene modes
Some functions cannot be set in certain shooting modes. For more details, refer to the table below. indicates a restriction to the respective function of each s mode. g Functions available in shooting scenes (P. 60)

Functions available in shooting modes
Shooting mode Function F # &/%/O Y Shadow Adjustment Technology Optical zoom IMAGE QUALITY PANORAMA SILENT MODE WB ISO DRIVE FINE ZOOM DIGITAL ZOOM ESP/n AF MODE R

K AUTO P

Ref. Page P. 17 P. 18 P. 18 P. 18 P. 19 P. 16 P. 24 P. 25 P. 30 P. 28 P. 28 P. 29 P. 29 P. 29 P. 29 P. 30 P. 30
*1 [O] is not available. *2 The optical zoom is not available during movie recording. Set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [ON] to enable the zoom function for shooting.
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Functions available in shooting scenes
Function # &/%/O Y Shadow Adjustment Technology Optical zoom IMAGE QUALITY PANORAMA ISO DRIVE FINE ZOOM DIGITAL ZOOM ESP/n AF MODE

*6 *6 *6 *4 *6 *2 *2

s BC FD NK

Ref. Page

P. 18 P. 18 P. 18

P. 19 P. 16 P. 24

P. 25 P. 28 P. 29 P. 29 P. 29 P. 29

P. 30 P. 30

R *1 *2 *3 *4 *5 *6 *7 *8 *9 [!] is not available. [%] and [O] are not available. AF lock is on. Only an image quality at [I] or lower is available. The image quality is fixed at [C]. [CONBINE IN CAMERA 1] and [CONBINE IN CAMERA 2] are not available. [W] cannot be selected. [SPOT] is not available. [FACE DETECT] is not available.
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s Function # &/%/O Y Shadow Adjustment Technology Optical zoom IMAGE QUALITY PANORAMA ISO DRIVE FINE ZOOM DIGITAL ZOOM ESP/n AF MODE R *1 *2 *3 *4 *5 *6 *7 *8 *9
P. 18 P. 18 P. 18 P. 19 P. 16 P. 24

*3 *3

*7 *7 *7
[!] is not available. [%] and [O] are not available. AF lock is on. Only an image quality at [I] or lower is available. The image quality is fixed at [C]. [CONBINE IN CAMERA 1] and [CONBINE IN CAMERA 2] are not available. [W] cannot be selected. [SPOT] is not available. [FACE DETECT] is not available.
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Camera care

Cleaning the camera

Exterior:

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well. If any dirt, dust, sand, or other foreign material adheres to the periphery of the lens cover after use, or the lens cover does not move smoothly, wash the camera using the method described on P. 66.

Monitor:

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Blow dust off the lens with a commercial blower, then wipe gently with a lens cleaner.

Battery/Charger:

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

Water resistance: The waterproof feature is warranted*1 to operate at depths up to 3 m (9.8 feet) for up to one hour. The waterproof feature may be compromised if the camera is subject to substantial or excessive impact. Shock resistance: The anti-shock feature warrants*2 the operation of the camera against accidental impact incurred from everyday use of your digital compact camera. The anti-shock feature does not unconditionally warrant all defective operation or cosmetic damage. Cosmetic damage, such as scratches and dents, are not covered under the warranty. As with any electronic device, proper care and maintenance are required to preserve the integrity and operation of your camera. To maintain camera performance, please take your camera to the nearest Olympus Authorized Service Center to have it inspected after any major impact. In the event the camera is damaged as a result of negligence or misuse, the warranty will not cover costs associated with the service or repair of your camera. For additional information on our warranty, please visit to the Olympus website for your local area. Please observe the following care instructions for your camera.

Before Use:

Check the camera for foreign material including dirt, dust or sand. Be sure to close the battery/card compartment cover and connector cover firmly so that each lock makes clicking sound. Do not open the battery/card compartment cover and connector cover with wet hands, while under water, or in a damp or dusty environment (e.g. beach).

After Use:

Be sure to wipe off any excess water or debris after using the camera under water. After the camera is used under sea water, immerse the camera in a bucket containing fresh water for about 10 minutes (with the battery/card compartment cover and connector cover firmly closed). After that, dry the camera in a shade with good ventilation. Water drops may be observed on the inner surface of the battery/card compartment cover or connector cover after you open each cover. If any water drops are found, be sure to wipe them off before using the camera.
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Notes after use

Any foreign material may be adhered to the periphery of the lens cover, after you use the camera in an environment containing foreign material including dirt, dust or sand, or when the lens cover wont move smoothly. If you continue to use the camera in such a condition, the lens may be damaged or the lens cover may become stuck, causing a failure. To avoid such a failure, wash the camera using the following method. 1 Insert the battery and close the battery/card compartment cover and connector cover firmly so that each lock makes the clicking sound. 2 Fill a bucket with fresh water, immerse the camera in the bucket with the lens surface downward and shake the camera thoroughly. 3 Press the o button several times in the water and close/open the lens cover repeatedly. 4 Furthermore, shake the camera further with the cover opened. Follow the steps 1 to 4, then check if the lens cover moves smoothly. If the lens cover does not move smoothly, rinse the lens face by placing it directly under a strong stream of tap water and pressing the o button repeatedly.

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. 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 when you carry the camera. It could easily catch on stray objects and cause serious damage. Never remove the batteries with bare hands, which may cause a fire or burn your hands.
( Handle the camera with care to avoid getting a low-temperature burn.
( Be careful with the strap.
( Do not touch the metallic parts of the camera for a long period of time at low temperatures.
This may damage your skin. At low temperatures, handle the camera while wearing gloves.
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Battery Handling Precautions
Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns.

DANGER

The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger. Do not use any other chargers. 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 high temperatures 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, by soldering, 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. Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions. If rechargeable batteries have not been recharged within the specified time, stop charging them and do not use them. Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken. If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during operation, stop using the camera. If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately. Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.

Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the camera. Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period.
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Caution for Usage Environment
To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in the places listed below, no matter if in use or storage: Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes. Direct sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or humidifiers. In sandy or dusty environments. Near flammable items or explosives. In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products with weatherproof designs, read their manuals as well. In places prone to strong vibrations. Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations. When mounted on a tripod, adjust the position of the camera with the tripod head. Do not twist the camera. Do not touch electric contacts on cameras. Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain damage, color failure, ghosting on the CCD, or may possibly cause fires. Do not push or pull severely on the lens. Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the battery. Select a cool, dry location for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by turning it on and pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it is operating normally. Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the cameras manual.
This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the batterys instruction manual carefully before using it. If the batterys terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use. Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period. When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low temperatures may be restored after it is warmed at room temperature. The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditions or battery. Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase extra batteries. A recommended battery may be difficult to obtain while traveling. Please recycle batteries to help save our planets resources. When you throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations.

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 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. A monitor exhibiting poor performance due to low temperatures will recover in normal temperatures. The LCD used for the monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light may appear constantly on the 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.
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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.

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.

For customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery and Battery Charger We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine Olympus dedicated rechargeable battery and battery charger with this camera. Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery and/or battery charger may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery and/or battery charger that are not genuine Olympus accessories. OLYMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED WARRANTY - IMAGING PRODUCTS
Olympus warrants that the enclosed Olympus imaging product(s) and related Olympus accessories (individually a "Product" and collectively the "Products") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If any Product proves to be defective within the one-year warranty period, the customer must return the defective Product to any of Olympus Service Centers, following the procedure set forth below (See "WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED"). Olympus, at its sole discretion, will repair, replace, or adjust the defective Product, provided that Olympus investigation and factory inspection disclose that (a) such defect developed under normal and proper use and (b) the Product is covered under this limited warranty. Repair, replacement, or adjustment of defective Products shall be Olympus's sole obligation and the customer's sole remedy hereunder. The customer is liable and shall pay for shipment of the Products to the Olympus Service Center. Olympus shall not be obligated to perform preventive maintenance, installation, deinstallation, or maintenance. Olympus reserves the right to (i) use reconditioned, refurbished, and/or serviceable used parts (that meet Olympus's quality assurance standards) for warranty or any other repairs and (ii) make any internal or external design and/or feature changes on or to its products without any liability to incorporate such changes on or to the Products.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
Excluded from this limited warranty and not warranted by Olympus in any fashion, either express, implied, or by statute, are: (a) products and accessories not manufactured by Olympus and/or not bearing the "OLYMPUS" brand label (the warranty coverage for products and accessories of other manufacturers, which may be distributed by Olympus, is the responsibility of the manufacturers of such products and accessories in accordance with the terms and duration of such manufacturers' warranties);