EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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Digital camera Body cap Eyepiece cover Strap En Lithium ion battery (BLM-1) Lithium ion battery charger (BCM-2) USB cable Video cable OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM Basic manual Advanced manual (CD-ROM) Warranty card Registration card Registration card is not provided in some areas. Unpacking the box contents If any accessories are missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased this camera. 3 Contents vary depending on the area where you purchased the camera.
Digital camera Body cap Eyepiece cover Strap En Lithium ion battery (BLM-1) Lithium ion battery charger (BCM-2) USB cable Video cable OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM Basic manual Advanced manual (CD-ROM) Warranty card Registration card Registration card is not provided in some areas. Unpacking the box contents If any accessories are missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased this camera. 3 Contents vary depending on the area where you purchased the camera.
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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...Power on 23 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter 25 En Shooting 26 Playback 28 Power off 29 What you can do with OLYMPUS Master software 30 Information 31 Specifications - Provided accessories 33 For other functions not described here, read first to learn ...basic camera operation Safety precautions 6 Attaching the strap 12 Charging the battery 13 Loading the battery 15 Attaching a lens to a computer ⅷ Printing recorded images 5 Camera 31 Specifications - Contents This manual explains shooting preparation and...
...Power on 23 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter 25 En Shooting 26 Playback 28 Power off 29 What you can do with OLYMPUS Master software 30 Information 31 Specifications - Provided accessories 33 For other functions not described here, read first to learn ...basic camera operation Safety precautions 6 Attaching the strap 12 Charging the battery 13 Loading the battery 15 Attaching a lens to a computer ⅷ Printing recorded images 5 Camera 31 Specifications - Contents This manual explains shooting preparation and...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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.... Never use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Refer to instruction pages for information on accessories such as the lithium ion battery, refer to important operating and maintenance instructions in the instructions. This safety feature allows the plug to fit, contact an electrician... a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug with the product. Grounding, Polarization - If you use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. Protecting the Power Cord - The power supply cord should be placed so it around the leg of power supply in the rain)....
.... Never use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Refer to instruction pages for information on accessories such as the lithium ion battery, refer to important operating and maintenance instructions in the instructions. This safety feature allows the plug to fit, contact an electrician... a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug with the product. Grounding, Polarization - If you use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. Protecting the Power Cord - The power supply cord should be placed so it around the leg of power supply in the rain)....
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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... or electric shock may be compensated. Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center. ੬ Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is spilled into their own eyes or those of a non-designated lithium-ion battery and/or re-charger may result. At these times, they... or electric shock may lead to cool. Any accidents resulting from flammable objects, and carefully remove the battery. Allow the camera to sit idle for a long time. Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use a non-specified lithium-ion...
... or electric shock may be compensated. Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center. ੬ Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is spilled into their own eyes or those of a non-designated lithium-ion battery and/or re-charger may result. At these times, they... or electric shock may lead to cool. Any accidents resulting from flammable objects, and carefully remove the battery. Allow the camera to sit idle for a long time. Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use a non-specified lithium-ion...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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...low-temperature burn. ● When the camera contains metal parts, overheating can result in potential fire, explosion, battery leakage, overheating or other using and contact an Olympus dealer or customer support center. - If you carry the camera ● It could easily catch on the AC... temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc. ੬ Never attempt to disassemble the battery or modify it in any damages caused by AC adapters not recommended by Olympus. ● Using a different AC adapter may be lower than the environmental temperature. Flush them . If...
...low-temperature burn. ● When the camera contains metal parts, overheating can result in potential fire, explosion, battery leakage, overheating or other using and contact an Olympus dealer or customer support center. - If you carry the camera ● It could easily catch on the AC... temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc. ੬ Never attempt to disassemble the battery or modify it in any damages caused by AC adapters not recommended by Olympus. ● Using a different AC adapter may be lower than the environmental temperature. Flush them . If...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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... may cause malfunction or electric shock. ੬ Do not use the charger if it when wet. If the fluid burns your dealer or an authorized Olympus service center. This may cause fire, ignition or overheating. ੬ Do not disassemble or modify the charger. ● This may cause electric shock ... result. 10 Heat may cause a fire or injury. En ● Contact your skin, seek medical attention immediately. CAUTION ੬ Do not remove the battery from the camera if it is covering it to deform. Never allow it (such as a blanket. ● Do not use the charger if something is...
... may cause malfunction or electric shock. ੬ Do not use the charger if it when wet. If the fluid burns your dealer or an authorized Olympus service center. This may cause fire, ignition or overheating. ੬ Do not disassemble or modify the charger. ● This may cause electric shock ... result. 10 Heat may cause a fire or injury. En ● Contact your skin, seek medical attention immediately. CAUTION ੬ Do not remove the battery from the camera if it is covering it to deform. Never allow it (such as a blanket. ● Do not use the charger if something is...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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...the battery to the charger's manual. 1 Connect the AC cable. Charging indicator Lithium ion battery Align the battery with the specified provided charger (BCM-2). The battery will be sure to charge the battery ...with the arrow. For details, refer to the charger. ● Charging starts. Never use , be fully recharged in about 5 hours. Remove the protection cap from the battery. 13 Charging the battery This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery...
...the battery to the charger's manual. 1 Connect the AC cable. Charging indicator Lithium ion battery Align the battery with the specified provided charger (BCM-2). The battery will be sure to charge the battery ...with the arrow. For details, refer to the charger. ● Charging starts. Never use , be fully recharged in about 5 hours. Remove the protection cap from the battery. 13 Charging the battery This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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... not to lose the battery protection cap, since it is needed when storing the battery. ● If the charging indicator blinks in red, unplug the AC cable and contact Olympus customer support center. ● Before charging the battery, be operated within the...battery Charging indicator Charging indicator status Red Green Blinking red Charging status Charging Charging completed Charging error (time-out, temperature error) Note ● Power consumption varies greatly depending on usage and operating conditions. ● The charger can be sure to read "Safety precautions" (~P. 6) 14...
... not to lose the battery protection cap, since it is needed when storing the battery. ● If the charging indicator blinks in red, unplug the AC cable and contact Olympus customer support center. ● Before charging the battery, be operated within the...battery Charging indicator Charging indicator status Red Green Blinking red Charging status Charging Charging completed Charging error (time-out, temperature error) Note ● Power consumption varies greatly depending on usage and operating conditions. ● The charger can be sure to read "Safety precautions" (~P. 6) 14...
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Battery compartment cover 3 Load the battery as shown in the battery. Loading the battery 1 Make sure that the camera's power switch is not blinking. ● Tilt the camera while holding in the illustration. Carefully remove the battery without dropping it. 15 Power switch Battery compartment lock En Direction indicating mark Unloading the battery ● Make sure the power switch is set to OFF. 2 Slide the battery compartment lock to OFF and the card access lamp is set to and open the battery compartment cover.
Battery compartment cover 3 Load the battery as shown in the battery. Loading the battery 1 Make sure that the camera's power switch is not blinking. ● Tilt the camera while holding in the illustration. Carefully remove the battery without dropping it. 15 Power switch Battery compartment lock En Direction indicating mark Unloading the battery ● Make sure the power switch is set to OFF. 2 Slide the battery compartment lock to OFF and the card access lamp is set to and open the battery compartment cover.
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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...pin Other power sources AC Adapter T The optional AC Adapter (AC-1) lets you to a personal computer. Power Battery Holder T The optional Power Battery Holder allows you use the camera for a long period. The AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such ... worrying about attaching the battery holder to the camera, refer to . For details about remaining battery power. Loading the battery 4 Slide the battery compartment lock to the power battery holder manual. 16 Battery compartment cover When using the optional power battery holder, remove the battery compartment En cover by ...
...pin Other power sources AC Adapter T The optional AC Adapter (AC-1) lets you to a personal computer. Power Battery Holder T The optional Power Battery Holder allows you use the camera for a long period. The AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such ... worrying about attaching the battery holder to the camera, refer to . For details about remaining battery power. Loading the battery 4 Slide the battery compartment lock to the power battery holder manual. 16 Battery compartment cover When using the optional power battery holder, remove the battery compartment En cover by ...
EVOLT E-300 Basic Manual (English)
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...conditions. Remaining power level: Exhausted. Dust reduction function operation The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is low, the battery check mark varies. The date/time information is displayed. Date/time setting Images will be stored with date/time data. P -.- ... the basis for assigning file numbers to P. ESP AUTO FP -.- .- If this occurs, re-charge the battery. *2 Blinks in the viewfinder. Charge the battery. *1 Your digital camera's power consumption varies greatly depending on . Power on SSWF indicator Set the power switch to ON. ...
...conditions. Remaining power level: Exhausted. Dust reduction function operation The dust reduction function is automatically activated when the camera is low, the battery check mark varies. The date/time information is displayed. Date/time setting Images will be stored with date/time data. P -.- ... the basis for assigning file numbers to P. ESP AUTO FP -.- .- If this occurs, re-charge the battery. *2 Blinks in the viewfinder. Charge the battery. *1 Your digital camera's power consumption varies greatly depending on . Power on SSWF indicator Set the power switch to ON. ...
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... onto the card. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of the picture in shadow may come out blurred. ● Never remove the battery, card or AC adapter while the card access lamp mark is processing.
... onto the card. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of the picture in shadow may come out blurred. ● Never remove the battery, card or AC adapter while the card access lamp mark is processing.
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... % (storage) En Specifications - BCM-2 charger Input voltage : AC100 - 240V, 50/60Hz Charging time : Approx. 5 hours *Varies depending on the battery temperature. : 0°C - 40°C/32°F -104°F (charging) -10°C - 60°C/14°F - 140°F (operation) -20°C - 35°C/-4°F - 95°F (storage) : 55 mm (W) x 39 mm (D) x 21.5 mm...
... % (storage) En Specifications - BCM-2 charger Input voltage : AC100 - 240V, 50/60Hz Charging time : Approx. 5 hours *Varies depending on the battery temperature. : 0°C - 40°C/32°F -104°F (charging) -10°C - 60°C/14°F - 140°F (operation) -20°C - 35°C/-4°F - 95°F (storage) : 55 mm (W) x 39 mm (D) x 21.5 mm...
EVOLT E-300 Quick Start Guide (English)
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...Remove the E protection cap P from the camera. Pull the other end of your computer's CD-ROM drive. ATTACH A LENS S T E P a. Body cap c. Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the commonly used with the ß mark side facing toward the monitor side (..., Advanced Manual, warranty card and registration card. You'll need these step-by little. Digital Camera Strap Lithium ion battery Lithium ion battery charger (BLM-1) (BCM-2) CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Master) Video cable USB Cable The following items are only steps away! Advanced Manual Detailed ...
...Remove the E protection cap P from the camera. Pull the other end of your computer's CD-ROM drive. ATTACH A LENS S T E P a. Body cap c. Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the commonly used with the ß mark side facing toward the monitor side (..., Advanced Manual, warranty card and registration card. You'll need these step-by little. Digital Camera Strap Lithium ion battery Lithium ion battery charger (BLM-1) (BCM-2) CD-ROM (OLYMPUS Master) Video cable USB Cable The following items are only steps away! Advanced Manual Detailed ...
EVOLT E-300 Quick Start Guide (English)
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...flash) switch : Raises the flash. to select the setting. When finished, click the " Launch Mailer" button at : http://www.olympus.com/digital © 2004 Doing so will automatically be obtained at the bottom of red-eye by using one of the commonly used modes. ...Power switch Strap eyelet Self-timer/ Remote control lamp/Remote control receiver Lens attachment mark Battery compartment lock Shutter button SSWF indicator Battery compartment cover Flash Mirror Lens lock pin Lens release button Mount (Attach the lens after a few seconds. ISO button : Sets the ISO sensitivity. (...
...flash) switch : Raises the flash. to select the setting. When finished, click the " Launch Mailer" button at : http://www.olympus.com/digital © 2004 Doing so will automatically be obtained at the bottom of red-eye by using one of the commonly used modes. ...Power switch Strap eyelet Self-timer/ Remote control lamp/Remote control receiver Lens attachment mark Battery compartment lock Shutter button SSWF indicator Battery compartment cover Flash Mirror Lens lock pin Lens release button Mount (Attach the lens after a few seconds. ISO button : Sets the ISO sensitivity. (...
EVOLT E-300 System Chart (English)
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... obligation on the part of the manufacturer. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 7-14mm 1:4.0 Wide Zoom (Top Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 Tele Converter ZUIKO DIGITAL 11-22mm 1:2.8-3.5 Wide Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 TF-22 Tele Converter Twin Flash ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm 1:3.5-5.6 Standard Zoom (Standard Lens) ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 Standard Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EX-25 EC-14 Extension Tube Tele Converter*1 TF-22 Twin...
... obligation on the part of the manufacturer. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 7-14mm 1:4.0 Wide Zoom (Top Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 Tele Converter ZUIKO DIGITAL 11-22mm 1:2.8-3.5 Wide Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EC-14 TF-22 Tele Converter Twin Flash ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm 1:3.5-5.6 Standard Zoom (Standard Lens) ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 Standard Zoom (Pro Lens) Compatible with EX-25 EC-14 Extension Tube Tele Converter*1 TF-22 Twin...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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...for playback 201 Control panel screen 202 Memory gauge 203 Battery check 203 Specifications 204 Index 207 Additional functions available after updating firmware 209 8 Contents Connecting the camera to a computer 163 Starting OLYMPUS Master 165 Displaying the camera's images on your computer ... computer 167 Viewing still images 168 Printing images 169 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master . . . . 170 11 Appendix 171 Card basics 172 Lens basics 173 If you encounter problems 174 Error codes 174 Troubleshooting 176 Camera maintenance 181 Cleaning...
...for playback 201 Control panel screen 202 Memory gauge 203 Battery check 203 Specifications 204 Index 207 Additional functions available after updating firmware 209 8 Contents Connecting the camera to a computer 163 Starting OLYMPUS Master 165 Displaying the camera's images on your computer ... computer 167 Viewing still images 168 Printing images 169 Transferring images to your computer without using OLYMPUS Master . . . . 170 11 Appendix 171 Card basics 172 Lens basics 173 If you encounter problems 174 Error codes 174 Troubleshooting 176 Camera maintenance 181 Cleaning...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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.... Heed Warnings - Always unplug this product on the power cord or wrap it . Never use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture - Mount only on the product label. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you cannot insert the plug...OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT. Follow Instructions - Cleaning - Use only a damp cloth for information on accessories such as the lithium ion battery, refer to the manuals provided with a specified AC adapter, the adapter may be walked on the product and those products. Attachments - ...
.... Heed Warnings - Always unplug this product on the power cord or wrap it . Never use only the mounting devices recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture - Mount only on the product label. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you cannot insert the plug...OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT. Follow Instructions - Cleaning - Use only a damp cloth for information on accessories such as the lithium ion battery, refer to the manuals provided with a specified AC adapter, the adapter may be walked on the product and those products. Attachments - ...
EVOLT E-300 Advanced Manual (English)
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... the camera. ● A fire or electric shock may occur: - Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use the camera with bare hands. Never remove the battery with wet hands. ● Damage or electric shock may result. Firing the flash too ...may lead to camera or battery failure as well as other small parts. - Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center. ੬ Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is complete and the battery has cooled. ● The battery and battery charger become hot while charging...
... the camera. ● A fire or electric shock may occur: - Contact the nearest Olympus service center immediately. ੬ Do not use the camera with bare hands. Never remove the battery with wet hands. ● Damage or electric shock may result. Firing the flash too ...may lead to camera or battery failure as well as other small parts. - Contact the nearest authorized Olympus service center. ੬ Do not touch the battery or the battery charger while battery charging is complete and the battery has cooled. ● The battery and battery charger become hot while charging...
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...to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fire. ੬ Use only the AC adapter specified by Olympus. ● Using a different AC adapter may result. ● If battery fluid gets in your eyes, do not rub them immediately with the strap when you hold on to the camera in... this state, a low-temperature burn may come into contact with metal objects such as by Olympus. ੬ Handle the camera with care to each other damage. ੬ If battery fluid gets in your eyes, loss of purchase. The power plug or cable is designed for a long period,...
...to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fire. ੬ Use only the AC adapter specified by Olympus. ● Using a different AC adapter may result. ● If battery fluid gets in your eyes, do not rub them immediately with the strap when you hold on to the camera in... this state, a low-temperature burn may come into contact with metal objects such as by Olympus. ੬ Handle the camera with care to each other damage. ੬ If battery fluid gets in your eyes, loss of purchase. The power plug or cable is designed for a long period,...