User manual OLYMPUS CAMEDIA E-20 - REFERENCE MANUAL

Reference Manual I Thank you for purchasing this digital Olympus camera. I Before you use this camera, read this manual carefully. I We recommend that you spend some time taking test shots and experimenting with all of the features before you take important pictures. 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 Trade Name Responsible party Address E-20 OLYMPUS Olympus America Inc. 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157 U.S.A. Telephone number : 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 · IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. · Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the 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). Read This First! Taking Pictures (Shooting and Viewing Basics) Read based on the types of pictures that you want to take. Shooting Techniques: General Introduction Distance and Focus Taking Pictures Read for more details about adjusting camera settings manually if the results with the automatic features are not satisfactory, or to create special artistic effects in your pictures. Brightness (Exposure) Using a Flash Color and Quality Special Features Playing back pictures for viewing on the camera monitor or processing pictures with the camera features. Playing Back Images for Viewing Managing Stored Pictures Preparing pictures for printing, transferring pictures from memory card to a computer. Selecting Pictures for Printing Transferring Pictures to a Computer Monitor Menus Having a problem? Appendices*, Glossary, Index Basics for Everyone Advanced Features * Specifications/Troubleshooting/ Camera Error Messages Follow these step-by-step instructions to set up the camera and take some pictures. You can start taking pictures right away, even if you are a beginner, using zoom, macro mode for close-ups, flash shooting, etc. Getting Started Features, How to Use This Manual Caring for Your Camera, Important Parts and Names 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 CAMEDIA E-20 Features Here is a quick summary of this camera's most exciting features for professional photographers, publishers, advertisers, or anyone experienced with an SLR camera who wants to make the transition to a digital camera. High Quality Images · High Quality CCD with approximately 4,950,000 pixels (effective pixels). · 9 - 36 mm, f/2.0 - f/2.4, fully multi-coated, 4x aspherical and "ED" glass zoom lens for reliable reproduction of beautiful, natural color. · Highly acclaimed balance achieved with digital ESP metering, spot metering, and center weighted averaging metering, and a dual autofocusing system to cover low light and low contrast situations. · Noise Reduction mode allows to reduce noises on a picture with low light shooting. Functionality · Approximately 60 ms. shutter release timing*1; sequence shooting at 2.2 frames/sec. (up to 4 frames in IS mode and 7 frames in PS mode). · Even in the macro close-up mode, you can zoom on an area up to 20 cm (8 inches) from the lens of the camera. · Dual Scan Mode: Interlaced scan IS mode for highest pixel resolution, and Progressive scan PS mode for faster shutter speeds to 1/5000 second. · A wide choice of 5 different battery types. · Durable, aluminum die-cast body. · Compatible with SmartMedia, CompactFlash (Compatible with Type I and Type II), and Microdrive*2. *1 Shutter release time after focus lock and full-press on the shutter button. *2 The optional B-32LPS or B-30LPS lithium polymer battery set is needed to use a Microdrive for this camera due to power requirements. See also "Precautions When Using the Microdirve" (© 26). Operability · Easy to use button layout allows quick settings and adjustments. · Viewfinder with a focusing screen which allows you to confirm focusing in real time. · Manual focusing for fine adjustment with a focusing ring. · Shutter speed, aperture value, other image information displayed in viewfinder. · Monitor allows waist-level or overhead viewing for composing pictures. Expandability · Complete (28 mm - 420 mm equivalent) conversion lens system. · Optional B-32LPS/B-30LPS lithium polymer battery set enables extended uninterrupted use. · Remote cable with 2-step release, 1st half-press and then 2nd full-press. · Flash synchro socket for a generic external flash unit, hot shoe for the dedicated external flash unit FL-40 and generic external flash unit. · Plug and play USB interface for easy connectivity with most computers. 2 How to Use This Manual The sample page below shows you how to use this manual. Procedures Follow the numbered procedures. The numbers in the illustrations on the left correspond to the step numbers on the right. Setting Tables Initial settings (defaults) are indicated in bold. Selecting Sharpness Move the mode dial to align the mark with . Mode Dial Setting Tells you the possible mode dial settings required to follow the procedure. OFF ON P (Program mode) Camera automatically selects the best aperture value and shutter speed for the shot. Three settings are available for adjusting sharpness: HARD, NORMAL, and SOFT. SHARP sharpens the contrast at color borders to maximize the clarity of the image. NORMAL Enabled when you purchase the camera. Defines borders to achieve best focus fo printing the image. HARD Greatly enhances and sharpens borders. SOFT Softens borders slightly and is ideal for images that you intend to process with a computer graphics software application. OFF AUTO Previous shot is not displayed. Previous shot is displayed for as long as it takes for the image to be stored on the memory card. Previous shot is displayed for 5 seconds. Indicates the corresponding step number of the procedure on the right. Using the Menus To open the next page of a menu in the direction indicated by the arrows , press the appropriate pointer on the arrow pad to move the highlighted green frame in order to perform settings. Arrow pad Press the black pointer. If more than one pointer is marked in black, press either pointer. A (Aperture priority mode) Allows you to set the aperture value (camera selects the shutter speed). S (Shutter priority mode) Allows you to set the shutter speed (camera selects the aperture value). 7 1 5sec 1 2 Press the menu button . The menu opens in the monitor. 2 3 On the arrow pad, press or to move the green highlight to the sharp option mark . On the arrow pad, press to move the green highlight to HARD, NORMAL, or SOFT. The mark is displayed in the control panel when a setting other than NORMAL is selected. 4 3 Press the button to select the setting. The green highlight returns to the sharp option mark . Press button again to close the menu. Note · Selecting HARD could cause the image to appear rough. M (Manual mode) Allows you to set both the shutter speed and aperture value. (Playback mode) Allows you to display on the monitor images of pictures you have taken. When shooting mode is set for P, A, S, or M, rapidly press (Monitor button) twice to enter the playback mode. 4 137 Cautions and Notes provided at bottom of the page describe precautions and tips about using the camera. (Print reserve mode) Allows you to select images for printing on a DPOF printer or by a DPOF printing service. (Setup/connection mode) Select this setting when you connect the camera to a computer. Also displays the camera setup features after you press the menu button . This is only a sample, not a real page. Please do not attempt to execute the procedure described on this page. 3 Caring for Your Camera Lens · Purchase a standard camera lens blow brush and use it to keep the lens clean. · For dust and foreign matter difficult to remove with a blow brush, use a cleaning cloth, or lens tissue, intended only for use with camera lenses to prevent scratching the lens. · When the camera is not in use, cover the lens with the lens cap to protect it from scratches or other accidental damage. Monitor · Use a cleaning cloth or tissue intended only for LCDs to clean the monitor. General care tips * * * * Always protect the surface of the camera from water. If you do not use the camera for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Never store the camera with mothballs. Store the camera in a clean, dry, cool location that is not subject to wide variation in temperature or humidity. * If you store the camera for more than one month with the batteries removed, the date and time settings will return to its factory default. This means that you will need to reset the date and time the next time you use the camera. * After prolonged storage check the camera to make sure that it is operating correctly. (The growth of mold, excessive dust, etc. could interfere with operation of the camera.) * To prevent sand or dirt from interfering with the movements of the manual focusing ring and other moving parts, keep the camera stored in a case or bag when it is not in use. Avoid using the camera in areas exposed to sand and dust. 4 Contents CAMEDIA E-20 Features ................................................................................................... 2 How to Use This Manual .................................................................................................... 3 Caring for Your Camera ...................................................................................................... 4 Important Parts and Names ............................................................................................... 9 Getting Started ................................................................................................. 13 Box Contents: Make Sure You Have Everything ......................................................... 14 Attaching the Camera Strap ....................................................................................... 15 Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter ....................................... 16 Taking Pictures (Shooting and Viewing Basics) ........................................... 23 Inserting a Memory Card ............................................................................................ 24 Setting the Shooting Mode and Switching the Camera On ........................................ 28 Checking the Battery .................................................................................................. 29 Checking the Number of Storable Pictures ................................................................ 30 When the Number of Storable Pictures Is Not Displayed ........................................... 32 Attaching the Lens Hood ............................................................................................ 33 Holding the Camera ................................................................................................... 34 Pushing the Shutter Button ........................................................................................ 36 If You Cannot Take a Picture ....................................................................................... 38 Using the Zoom and Macro Functions ....................................................................... 40 Using the Built-in Flash .............................................................................................. 42 Viewing Pictures (Playback) ....................................................................................... 44 Protecting Pictures ............................................................................................ 48 ...................................................................................... 49 Deleting Single Pictures Switching the Camera Off .......................................................................................... 50 Shooting Techniques: General Introduction .................................................. 51 Shooting Portraits (Focused Subject, Blurred Background) ....................................... 52 Shooting Portraits (Shooting Backlit Subjects) ........................................................... 53 Shooting a Subject in Daylight Shadow (Daylight Synchro) ....................................... 54 Shooting the Subject and Background Both in Focus ................................................ 55 Shooting Moving Subjects .......................................................................................... 56 Shooting Close-up ...................................................................................................... 57 Shooting Night Scenes ............................................................................................... 58 Shooting a Night Scene (Noise Reduction) ................................................................ 59 Shooting a Subject Against a Night Scene Background (Slow Synchronization) ....... 60 Shooting Sunsets and Fireworks ................................................................................ 61 5 Contents (continued) Taking Pictures: Distance and Focus ............................................................. 63 Using Autofocus (AF) ................................................................................................. 64 Using Manual Focus (MF) .......................................................................................... 68 Taking Pictures: Brightness (Exposure) (Aperture and Shutter Speed) .......... 69 Setting the Shooting Mode ......................................................................................... 70 Setting the Aperture Value and Shutter Speed Automatically (P Mode) .................... 71 Setting the Aperture Value (A Mode) ......................................................................... 72 Setting the Shutter Speed (S Mode) ........................................................................... 74 Setting the Aperture Value and Shutter Speed Manually (M Mode) .......................... 76 Using the IS (Interlace Scan) Mode Using the PS (Progressive Scan) Mode ..................................................................... 78 ............................................................... 80 Selecting the Brightness Adjustment Method (Monitor Preview Mode) (Only for M Mode) ...................................................................................................... 82 Selecting the Metering Method Using Exposure Compensation AE Lock ............................................................ 83 ............................................................................. 84 ............................................. 86 ............................................................................................................ 85 ..................................................................................... 88 Bracketing a Shot with Three Automatic Exposures Changing the ISO Setting Taking Pictures: Using a Flash ....................................................................... 89 Selecting a Flash Mode ......................................................................................... 90 ...................................................................... 94 Using Flash Control Compensation Using the Optional Dedicated External Flash FL-40 .................................................. 96 Using Other Flash Units with the Camera .................................................................. 98 Taking Pictures: Color and Quality ............................................................... 101 Achieving Natural Color (White Balance) Using White Balance .......................................................... 102 ......................................... 105 .......................................................................................... 104 .............................................................................. 107 ............................................................ 108 Using Quick Reference (One Touch) White Balance Using Preset White Balance Selecting Image Quality (Record Mode) Selecting Sharpness Selecting the Contrast Displaying the Histogram Customizing the Record Mode ................................................................................. 111 .......................................................................................... 113 ........................................................................................ 114 .............................................. 115 .................................................................................... 117 Using the Noise Reduct (Noise Reduction Mode) 6 Taking Pictures: Special Features ................................................................ 119 Taking Sequential Exposures (Burst Mode) Using the Self-Timer ....................................................... 120 ........................................................................................... 121 Using the Camera Remote Unit RM-1 ................................................................... 122 Using the Remote Cable RM-CB1 (Optional) ........................................................... 124 Using Time-Lapse Photography ......................................................................... 126 .......................................................... 129 .................................................. 130 Selecting a Card for Storing Pictures Setting the Warning Sound Setting the Rec View Time Setting the Date and Time Restoring All Default Settings Pixel Mapping Selecting the Shutter Sound Type and Volume ................................................................................. 132 ................................................................................. 133 .................................................................................. 134 ........................................................... 136 .............................................................. 139 + ..................................................................... 138 Setting the Idle Time for the Sleep Mode Using an Optional Conversion Lens ..................................................................................................... 142 Playing Back Images for Viewing ................................................................. 145 Displaying Image Information Automatic Playback (Slide Show) Adjusting Monitor Brightness ............................................................................ 146 ....................................................................... 148 Displaying Images on a TV Screen .......................................................................... 149 .............................................................................. 150 Managing Stored Pictures ............................................................................. 151 Copying Images to Another Card Deleting All Images Naming Image Files Formatting a Memory Card ....................................................................... 152 ............................................................................................ 156 ................................................................................ 158 ........................................................................................... 160 Selecting Pictures for Printing ...................................................................... 163 Selecting Pictures and Number of Copies for Printing Selecting All Pictures on a Card for Printing Setting Up Index Printing Selecting Pictures for Date or Time Stamping ......................................... 164 ...................................................... 166 .................................................... 170 .................................................................................... 168 Printing with Olympus Printers ................................................................................. 172 Transferring Pictures to a Computer ............................................................ 173 Transferring Images between the Camera and Computer via a Direct Connection ..................................................................................................... 174 Optional Devices for Card Reading .......................................................................... 184 7 Contents (continued) Monitor Menus ................................................................................................ 185 Monitor Menus .................................................................................................... 186 Appendices ..................................................................................................... 189 Appendix 1: Specifications ....................................................................................... 190 Appendix 2: Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 192 Appendix 3: Camera Error Messages ...................................................................... 199 Glossary of Selected Terms .......................................................................... 201 Index ............................................................................................................... 206 8 Important Parts and Names Metering mode button* 83 Drive button* 120, 121, 122 Remote cable jack 124 Built-in flash 42, 89 Flash button 42, 93 Manual focus ring 68 Zoom ring 40 Exposure compensation button* 84 Macro button* 40 Flash synchro socket (External flash connector) 99 Flash mode button* 90 Record mode button* 108 Control panel Hot shoe 97, 99 11 Sub dial See "Main dial and Sub dial" below. White balance mode button* 102 Mode dial 70 Power switch 28 AE lock button 85 Light button 28 Card access lamp 17, 37 SM/CF memory card button* 129 Card cover lock 25 Card cover 25 Main dial See "Main dial and Sub dial" below. Viewfinder 12 Diopter adjustment ring 34 Eyepiece shutter lever 35 Focus mode switch 64, 68 Strap eyelet 15 Monitor DC IN jack cap DC IN jack 21 Connector cover Video OUT jack 149 USB connector 176 10, 12 * Press and hold, then turn the main dial or sub dial to operate. Main dial and sub dial For your convenience, the main dial and sub dial can be used in the same way in most cases to select the camera settings. However, when the mode dial is set to M (manual mode), the main dial is used to set the aperture value and the sub dial is used to select the shutter speed. 9 Important Parts and Names (continued) Monitor button 35 Press to switch monitor off/on. In P, A, S, or M mode press twice rapidly to enter playback mode, press again to leave playback mode. Menu button 186 Press to open menu in the monitor. OK button 186 Arrow pad 186 When using the menus, press the pointers on the arrow pad to move the green highlight to select options, and then press the button. Monitor 12 If you press the monitor button with the mode dial set to P, A, S, or M, you can use the monitor like the viewfinder, with the mode dial set to playback you can view images of pictures that you have taken. If you press the menu button you can open and use the menus. Monitor lock/release button 35 Allows you to raise monitor and change angle of view. Erase button 49 Protect button 48 INFO button* 12, 68, 146 Use to change information on the monitor while shooting or playing back. Shutter button 36 AF port 64 Quick reference (one touch) white balance button 105 Lens Remote control receiver/ self-timer lamp 121, 123 Strap eyelet 15 Battery compartment 17 Speaker Tripod socket 10 Note · To prevent damage or the loss of valuable data, never place a credit card, cash card, pre-paid card with magnetic codes, a floppy disk, and other type of storage media affected by a strong magnetic field near the speaker of the unit. Control panel Flash control 42, 89 The (flash suppression) mark displays when the built-in flash is closed. Nothing displays for Auto flash mode. Slow synchro Fill-in flash Red-eye reduction 2nd-curtain Flash intensity control Record mode 108 TIFF*, SHQ, HQ, or SQ * Indicates RAW when blinking displays When the PS mode is set ( 80) or sharpness/contrast setting is not set to NORMAL ( 113, 114). · blinks When the noise reduction mode is set ( 115) ISO (Displays setting other than AUTO) 88 White balance (Displays setting other than AUTO) 104, 105, 107 Manual focus 68 Auto bracket 86 Shutter speed 74 Aperture value 72 Macro 40 Self-timer 121 Conversion lens 139 Sequential shooting 120 Battery check 29 Remote control 122 Selected memory card SmartMedia CompactFlash /Microdrive 129 Card error 199 Exposure compensation/ Exposure level In the P, A, S modes displays exposure compensation value. ( 84) In the M mode displays the exposure level (the difference between the selected and ideal exposure levels). ( 77) Metering mode 83 Digital ESP metering Center weighted averaging metering Spot metering Memory gauge 38 Indicates shots are stored in temporary memory (a buffer). Goes off after pictures are stored on a card. When the memory gauge is blinking, the buffer is full and you cannot take a picture. · Number of storable pictures 30 At power on, also displays a percentage for the battery check for the lithium polymer battery. Note · If you half-press the shutter button, the viewfinder display will light on. The viewfinder display goes off eight seconds after you release the button. · After the camera is switched on, you will see "- - " displayed for the aperture, shutter speed, and exposure level settings until you half-press the shutter button. When you release the shutter-button from half-pressing, you will see "- -" displayed again after 8 seconds. Indicates the number of pictures in the buffer. The bars disappear as the pictures move from the buffer to the card. When the bars are blinking, you cannot take a picture. The number of blinking bars varies depending on the following settings: · IS/PS/Noise reduction mode setting ( 78, 80, 115) · Record mode setting ( 108) 11 Important Parts and Names (continued) Viewfinder Spot metering area 83 Indicates the area employed for spot metering when camera is in spot metering mode . AF target mark 34 Position this mark on the subject that you want to focus. Metering mode 83 Center weighted averaging metering Spot metering Nothing displayed for digital ESP metering. Exposure compensation/ Exposure level In the P, A, and S modes displays exposure compensation value. ( 84) In the M mode, displays the exposure level (the difference between the selected and ideal exposure levels). ( 77) Aperture value 72 Shutter speed 74 Macro 40 AE (Automatic Exposure) Lock 85 White balance © 104, 105, 107 Displays when the white balance is not set to auto. AF correct mark 64 After half-pressing shutter button, blinks until subject is in focus, and then lights when subject is in focus. Does not blink or light when camera is in manual focus mode. Flash warning 37 Blinks to warn you that flash is required for the shot when builtin flash is closed (pressing the flash button raises the built-in flash), blinks while the flash is charging, and lights when flash is fully charged. Monitor Display (During Shooting) Pressing the button repeatedly switches the information displayed at the bottom of the monitor in this order: Information Display © Shooting Distance Display © Display Off. Shooting distance © 68 Displaying Image Information © 146 Metering mode Exposure compensation/ Exposure level AE Lock AF correct mark Macro Aperture value White balance Flash warning Shutter speed 12 Getting Started After you remove the camera from the box, first make sure that you have everything, then attach the camera strap and install the batteries provided with the camera. In this chapter, you will also learn how to install optional batteries not provided with the camera and how to connect and use the optional AC adapter which allows you to power the camera with house current. How to use this manual The following notations are used to alert you to important information to help you avoid personal injury, to prevent damage to the camera or the loss of valuable images, and to provide valuable hints and tips about using the camera. Warning Caution Note Ignoring a warning could lead to serious injury or death. Ignoring a caution could cause minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or the loss of valuable data. Notes provide tips or hints about using the product more efficiently and remind you of operational limitations. If you experience a minor problem or if you see a term in text that you do not understand, refer to the Troubleshooting or Glossary sections provided at the end of this manual. 1 (© 12) This notation tells you the number of the page where you can find more information about the procedure or feature described in the previous sentence or paragraph. BEFORE YOU USE THIS CAMERA, PLEASE READ ALL THE IMPORTANT NOTICES DESCRIBED ON A SEPARATE VOLUME. Box Contents: Make Sure You Have Everything As you remove each item from the box, check it against the items described below to make sure that you have everything. If any item is missing or damaged, contact the dealer where you purchased the camera. Lens cap Strap Camera Lens hood Video cable RM-1 remote control · Customer registration card (Not provided in some regions) · Warranty card USB cable Lithium battery packs (CR-V3) · · · · SmartMedia SmartMedia SmartMedia SmartMedia card (1) Static-free case (1) labels (2) protect seals (4) · Reference Manual (Included in the software CD in some regions) · Basic Manual (Not provided in some regions) · Quick Start Guide · Remote control instructions · SmartMedia instructions · Software Installation Guide (Included in the Software CD pack in some regions) · Olympus RAW File Import Plug-in Installation Guide 14 · Software CD The following are included: ­ CAMEDIA Master Software ­ Windows 98/98SE USB driver ­ Olympus RAW File Import Plug-in ­ Reference Manual (Not provided in some regions) Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the carrying strap to both sides of the camera. 1 1 Slide the end of the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera. 1 2 As shown in the illustration, slide the end of the strap through the sleeve and frame on the strap. 3 2 Slide the sleeve up to the eyelet. 4 Pull the strap tight around the frame and make sure that it does not slip. 5 Frame Repeat this procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other side of the camera. 3 Caution · Please make sure that the strap is connected securely to the camera. Not attaching the strap, or attaching it incorrectly, could cause you to drop and damage the camera. Olympus can assume absolutely no responsibility for damages resulting from incorrectly attaching or not attaching the strap to the camera. 15 Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter The following five types of batteries can be used with this camera, or you can use the optional AC adapter to connect the camera to a household power outlet. Battery Type Lithium battery pack CR-V3 (provided with camera) AA (R6) Ni-MH batteries (sold separately) AA (R6) Ni-Cd batteries Lithium polymer batteries (sold separately) (battery holder required) AA (R6) Alkaline batteries Battery Set 2 4 4 1 4 Rechargeable NO YES YES YES NO Battery service life The service life of batteries is affected by many factors: battery type, manufacturer, how and where the camera is used, and so on. Note The following conditions listed below could cause the batteries to discharge quickly, even without taking pictures: · Repeatedly half-pressing the shutter button or turning the manual focus ring · Repeatedly zooming on a subject · Leaving the monitor on · Leaving the camera connected to a computer 16 Caution · To avoid damaging the camera from overheated batteries, never use AA (R6) zinc-carbon (manganese) or AA (R6) lithium batteries with this camera. Always use the identical batteries as a set, and never mix battery types. · The lithium battery pack CR-V3 cannot be recharged. · Performance of AA (R6) alkaline batteries varies considerably according to brand, battery age, and temperature. (Performance is particularly erratic at low temperatures.) In some cases these batteries may run down very quickly. We therefore recommend the use of Ni-MH batteries, lithium battery packs, or the lithium polymer battery in preference to AA (R6) alkaline batteries. Inserting the lithium battery pack (CR-V3) Two lithium battery packs are required. 1 Caution · The lithium battery pack CR-V3 cannot be recharged. Power switch 1 OFF ON Make sure the white line on the power switch is at the OFF position. If the power switch is set to ON, move it to the OFF position. OFF ON White line Power is OFF. Power is ON. 2 1 Make sure that the card access lamp is off. If the card access lamp is blinking, wait for it to go off. 2 3 Card access lamp Raise the battery compartment knob and turn it to the open position in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration. Battery compartment knob 3 Caution · If you remove the battery holder with the camera power on, the current mode and time may be reset. The picture just taken may not be stored on the card, and images already stored on the card could be damaged. Please make sure that the power switch is set to OFF. OFF ON Power switch 17 Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter (continued) 4 4 Battery holder Remove the battery holder. 5 6 5 Do not remove the seal. Insert a battery into the battery holder as shown in the illustration. Gently press down on the battery in the direction of the arrow until you hear it lock in place. If you accidentally insert the battery reversed, you will not be able to fully insert it. In this case, remove it and insert it correctly. If insulation seal is attached, peel it off. 7 8 6 Using the same procedure, insert another battery in the other side of the battery holder. Insert the battery holder (with the batteries inserted) into the camera. Gently push in the holder while turning the battery compartment knob to the closed position. Finally, fold down the battery compartment knob. If you want to start taking pictures now, go on to the next chapter. (© 23) 7 9 8 9 18 Caution · Do not insert the battery holder into the camera with a battery loaded in only one side. The battery holder may not be removed. Inserting commercially available AA (R6) Ni-MH, Ni-Cd, or Alkaline batteries Be sure to use four batteries of the same type. Before inserting Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries, make sure that they are fully charged. 1 1 1 Insert the batteries as described in the previous section for lithium battery packs (CR-V3). (© 17) Insert the batteries into the battery holder with the polarity of each battery aligned correctly as shown in the illustration. You may notice a gap after loading the AA (R6) batteries into the holder, but this is normal. The batteries will make proper contact when the holder has been inserted into the camera. Battery holder Before loading batteries ... Warning Batteries with any part of the outer seal (magnetic insulation sheath) peeled off, or any battery split along the seam, can leak, generate heat, or explode. Never use damaged batteries in the camera. Store-bought batteries occasionally may be defective, with all or part of the magnetic insulation sheath peeled off. Never use batteries in this condition. These batteries cannot be used: All of the seal (electrical insulation sheath) is peeled off (bare batteries). Batteries with all or part of the electrical insulation sheath peeled off. Part of the negative electrode is protruding although not covered by the seal. The negative electrode (minus terminal) is flat and only partially covered by the seal (electrical insulation sheath). The negative electrode (the minus surface) is flat and not covered by the seal. 19 Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter (continued) Inserting the optional lithium polymer battery (B-12LPB/B-10LPB) The rechargeable lithium polymer battery (sold separately) can power the camera for long periods. The lithium polymer battery is inserted into a power battery holder (B-HLD10) (sold separately) attached to the camera. For more details about installing and using the lithium polymer battery, refer to the lithium polymer battery and power battery holder instructions. Power battery holder Lithium polymer battery Optional lithium polymer battery sets · B-32LPS (latest model) The following are included: ­ B-12LPB (one lithium polymer battery) ­ B-20LPC (one lithium polymer battery charger) ­ B-HLD10 (one power battery holder) · B-30LPS The following are included: ­ B-10LPB (one lithium polymer battery) ­ B-20LPC (one lithium polymer battery charger) ­ B-HLD10 (one power battery holder) Note Connecting the AC adapter with the battery installed · The voltage of the dedicated AC adapter is higher than that of the batteries, so when you connect the AC adapter to the camera, power is supplied from the AC adapter and the battery power is not consumed. · The voltage of the lithium polymer battery is higher than that of the dedicated AC adapter, so even when the AC adapter is connected to the camera, power is supplied from the lithium polymer battery. If the lithium polymer battery is installed and you want to connect the AC adapter, first remove the lithium polymer battery. 20 Using the AC adapter (sold separately) An optional Olympus CAMEDIA-brand AC adapter allows you to power your digital camera from a common AC wall outlet. Be sure to use the specified AC adapter. Use an AC adapter designed to operate on the AC voltage in the area the camere is being used. Consult your nearest Olympus dealer or Service Center for details. 1 OFF ON 1 1 Make sure the white line on the power switch is at the OFF position. If the power switch is set to ON, move it to the OFF position. 4 2 2 3 4 Make sure that the card access lamp is off. Plug the AC adapter power cord into a power outlet. On the lower left side of the camera, locate the cover with the mark and open it. Plug the other end of the AC adapter power cord into the DC IN jack. 3 3 Power outlet DC IN jack AC adapter power cord plug AC adapter Note · The AC adapter may become slightly warm during prolonged use. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. Warning Follow these simple guidelines to ensure safe operation of the camera. · Use the correct AC adapter To avoid damaging the camera, personal injury, or other unexpected problems, connect and use only the AC adapter recommended for use with this camera. Olympus can accept no responsibility for damage or injury caused by using an AC adapter that is not rated and approved for use with this camera. · Use the correct power source Use only the optional AC adapter intended for use with this camera. Use the AC adapter with this camera only in the country where you purchased it. The AC adapter is not rated for use with different power sources, which could vary widely in different countries. Before travelling abroad, purchase extra batteries. If you have any questions, contact an Olympus authorized service center. 21 Inserting Batteries and Attaching the Optional AC Adapter (continued) · If a malfunction occurs If you notice that the AC adapter body or power cord is extremely hot, or if you notice any unusual odors or smoke around the AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter power cord from the power source immediately. Contact your dealer or an Olympus service center for assistance. Frequently inspect the AC adapter power cord. If you notice that the cable covering or plug is damaged in any way, immediately contact your dealer or an Olympus service center. · Connecting and disconnecting the AC adapter Always make sure that the camera is switched off before you connect/disconnect the AC adapter to/from the camera. Never handle the AC adapter power cord with wet hands. When connecting the AC adapter, (1) first plug the AC adapter power cord into the power outlet, (2) connect the other end of the power cord to the DC IN jack on the camera, and then (3) switch the camera on. Make sure that the power cord is securely plugged into the power outlet. To disconnect the AC adapter, switch the camera off, disconnect the power cord from the camera, and then unplug the power cord from the power supply. Grip the AC adapter, not the cord, when you unplug it. Never twist, bend, or pull on the power cord. Always unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet when the camera is not in use. 22 Taking Pictures (Shooting and Viewing Basics) In this chapter you will learn how to insert a memory card, take a picture, and view the picture. This chapter describes only the basic procedures for taking and viewing pictures. For more details about camera operation, refer to the later chapters. 2 Inserting a Memory Card The SmartMedia, CompactFlash, and Microdrive card store pictures that you take with the camera. Throughout these instructions, the SmartMedia, CompactFlash, and Microdrive cards are simply referred to as "cards. " The CompactFlash or Microdrive card is inserted into the same slot. Both cards cannot be used at the same time. The SmartMedia and CompactFlash/Microdrive cards can be installed together, or either card one at a time. However, at least one card must be inserted in order to operate the camera. Caution · A memory card is a delicate, precision device. Handle it carefully. Never touch the electrical contacts on the SmartMedia card (shown below), and never subject a card to strong shocks or vibrations. · A commercially obtained card must be formatted using the camera (© 158). Electrical contacts Protect area SmartMedia (SM) provided You can use Olympus or any other brand 3V (3.3V) SmartMedia memory card (5V cards cannot be used). CompactFlash (CF) (sold separately) Can be used same as SmartMedia to store images. Microdrive (sold separately) A hard disk, based on the CF Type II standard, that can be used with this camera. It is compact with high storage capacity. Due to power requirements, an optional B-32LPS or B-30LPS lithium polymer battery set is needed to use a Microdrive with this camera. 1 1 Card access lamp Make sure that the card access lamp is off. If the card access lamp is blinking, wait for it to go off. If you accidentally open the card cover while the card access lamp is blinking, you could lose the image being stored on the card or possibly damage the card itself. 24 2 2 Lift up the card cover lock while pressing the round release button under it. The card cover opens. 2 Card cover lock While pressing here, slide up. Card cover 3 Insert the card. · SmartMedia card Taking care not to touch the electrical contacts, hold the SmartMedia card with the notched corner down, and then insert it into the slot closest to you. Push the card completely into the slot. (Insert the SmartMedia card until you can see about 2 mm (3/32") of the card above the edge of the slot.) To avoid damaging the electrical contacts, make sure that you do not insert the SmartMedia card into the CompactFlash/ Microdrive card slot. To remove the SmartMedia card, see the instructions below. Notched corner SmartMedia · CompactFlash/Microdrive card Hold the card so that the arrow on the card can be seen and points into the slot, then insert it straight into the wider slot. Gently push in the card until it stops. To avoid damaging the card, never force it into the slot if it cannot be inserted smoothly. To remove the card, see the instructions on the next page. When the SmartMedia is inserted correctly CompactFlash (Microdrive) 25 Inserting a Memory Card (continued) 4 To close the card cover, press it gently until you hear it click and lock. Removing a SmartMedia card Gently push in on the installed SmartMedia card to release it, and then pull it out of the camera. Removing a CompactFlash/Microdrive card Gently press the eject button to release the card. To prevent the card from jumping out of the camera, press the eject button with only light pressure. Eject button With both cards set in the camera With both a SmartMedia and a CompactFlash/Microdrive card installed in the camera, you can select either card for storing pictures. (© 129) Precautions When Using the Microdrive Please pay attention to the following restrictions regarding use of the Microdrive. For important shooting, the SmartMedia or CompactFlash card is recommended. (Also, carefully read the Microdrive manual.) Where to Use the Microdrive The Microdrive is a compact, lightweight hard disk drive. Because it is a rotating data storage media, as contrasted with stationary recording media such as CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards, a Microdrive cannot withstand strong shock or vibration. When using a Microdrive, always handle the camera carefully to protect the Microdrive and camera from vibration and shock, especially while the Microdrive is writing data to or reading data from the disk. General Precautions · Never throw the camera onto a hard surface like a desk while the Microdrive is writing data to the disk. · Never allow the camera to strike a hard object while the camera is hanging from your shoulder by its shoulder strap. · Avoid using the camera in an area, such as a construction site, where there is a large amount of vibration. · Avoid using the camera in a moving vehicle such as a jeep to reduce vibrations. 26 Caring for the Microdrive · Do not write on the label. · Do not peel off the label. · Do not paste anything over the label. · Always transport or store the Microdrive in its specially designed protective case. · The Microdrive could become warm during prolonged use, so handle it carefully. · Keep the Microdrive away from office equipment or other electrical appliances that generate strong electromagnetic fields. · Do not press down hard on the Microdrive cover. Operating the Camera Using the Microdrive unit will rapidly increase the consumption of battery power. To reduce the amount of battery power consumption, pay attention to the following points: · Avoid using the monitor to frame shots. · If it is not required, do not use the SmartMedia card at the same time. Remove the SmartMedia card from the camera. · Use a large capacity battery such as the CR-V3 lithium battery pack or an optional B-12LPB or B-10LPB lithium polymer battery. · If no camera control operates, remove the batteries and replace them. · If the battery is low, the camera may not power up when the Microdrive is inserted. If a card error occurs (© 199) · If you cannot record or retrieve images from the card, use your computer to check the card with ScanDisk. 2 27 Setting the Shooting Mode and Switching the Camera On Switch the camera on. 1 2 3 2 OFF ON If the lens cap is attached, remove it. Press the latches inward and pull the cap off. 1 Turn the mode dial to align P (Program mode) with the mark. Move the power switch and make sure the white line on the power switch is at the ON position. When the camera is switched on, the battery check and number of storable pictures are displayed in the control panel. 3 4 Set the focus mode switch to AF (autofocus). The first time that you use the camera, you should set the date and time. (© 134) 5 Control panel 4 AF MF Battery check Number of storable pictures Control panel difficult to see? Press . The control panel backlight lights for about 8 seconds. LIGHT button (Lights the control panel) 28 Checking the Battery Control panel Battery check Battery Check Display Lights for a short time after camera is switched on and then goes off automatically. blinks. (Other marks on the control panel light.) In this section we provide a general explanation of how to read and understand the battery check display. When the battery check shows that the batteries are low, replace the batteries with fresh batteries, or recharge the Ni-MH, Ni-Cd batteries or the lithium polymer battery. Before taking a trip, or before an important shooting session, always check the battery capacity. Meaning Batteries are fully charged. Camera is ready for shooting. 2 Batteries are low. Replace batteries with fresh batteries. You can continue to shoot, but the images may not be stored on the card. blinks. (Other marks on the control panel go off.) After lighting the specified time, the control panel extinguishes completely. Batteries are dead. Replace batteries with fresh batteries. Shooting is not possible. Camera is switched on, but the control panel is not visible? If the camera is not used for a specified time it will switch off the control panel automatically to conserve battery power. (© 136) To restore the camera to full operation, half-press the shutter button. If the control panel remains off for one hour, the camera will power itself off automatically. To restore the camera to full operation, you must use the power switch to switch the camera off and switch it on again. Lithium polymer battery If you are using the optional lithium polymer battery, the amount of power remaining is also displayed as a percentage. Note · If you turn the zoom ring or focus ring while the card access lamp is blinking, the battery capacity display may blink. Switching the power switch off and on restores the normal display. · Low temperatures could shorten the service life of some batteries, depending on their characteristics. Battery check Battery capacity (%) displayed for only 3 sec. after camera is switched on. 29