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...) button gP. 36 Power switch gP. 14 Arrow pad (acbd) gP. 29, 85 i button gP. 29 Names of parts and functions Connector cover Battery compartment lock gP. 11 Battery compartment cover gP. 11 Card cover gP. 13 Card access lamp gP. 13, 16, 100 CF card slot gP. 13 xD-Picture Card...
...) button gP. 36 Power switch gP. 14 Arrow pad (acbd) gP. 29, 85 i button gP. 29 Names of parts and functions Connector cover Battery compartment lock gP. 11 Battery compartment cover gP. 11 Card cover gP. 13 Card access lamp gP. 13, 16, 100 CF card slot gP. 13 xD-Picture Card...
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Viewfinder AF target gP. 53 AF confirmation mark gP. 16, 43 , 54 White balance (Displayed when set to a setting other than auto white balance.) gP. 60 Exposure compensation value gP. 48 Metering mode gP. 47 Shooting mode gP. 4 6 EN Aperture value gP. 43-46 Shutter speed gP. 43-46 Flash gP. 66 (blinks: charging in progress, lights up: charging completed) AE lock gP. 49 Battery check (ready for use) (charging required)
Viewfinder AF target gP. 53 AF confirmation mark gP. 16, 43 , 54 White balance (Displayed when set to a setting other than auto white balance.) gP. 60 Exposure compensation value gP. 48 Metering mode gP. 47 Shooting mode gP. 4 6 EN Aperture value gP. 43-46 Shutter speed gP. 43-46 Flash gP. 66 (blinks: charging in progress, lights up: charging completed) AE lock gP. 49 Battery check (ready for use) (charging required)
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g"Using the super control panel" (P. 28) Flash charging gP. 68 Battery check gP. 6 Shooting mode gP. 4 Date gP. 15 Shutter speed gP. 43-46 Exposure compensation indicator gP. 48 Exposure level indicator gP. 45 Flash intensity ...
g"Using the super control panel" (P. 28) Flash charging gP. 68 Battery check gP. 6 Shooting mode gP. 4 Date gP. 15 Shutter speed gP. 43-46 Exposure compensation indicator gP. 48 Exposure level indicator gP. 45 Flash intensity ...
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... q gP. 71 Super FP flash s gP. 71 Auto bracket t gP. 49 AE lock u gP. 49 Live view AF mode po gP. 37 Shooting mode gP. 4 Battery check gP. 6 Metering mode gP. 47 Flash mode gP. 66 Flash gP. 68 (blinks: charging in progress, lights up: charging completed) Exposure compensation value gP...
... q gP. 71 Super FP flash s gP. 71 Auto bracket t gP. 49 AE lock u gP. 49 Live view AF mode po gP. 37 Shooting mode gP. 4 Battery check gP. 6 Metering mode gP. 47 Flash mode gP. 66 Flash gP. 68 (blinks: charging in progress, lights up: charging completed) Exposure compensation value gP...
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Basic guide LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g"Information display" (P. 76) Record mode gP. 59 Battery check gP. 6 Focal length gP. 115 (The focal length is displayed in 1 mm units.) Shooting mode gP. 4 Card gP. 113 Print reservation Number of prints ...
Basic guide LCD monitor (Playback) You can switch the monitor display using the INFO button. g"Information display" (P. 76) Record mode gP. 59 Battery check gP. 6 Focal length gP. 115 (The focal length is displayed in 1 mm units.) Shooting mode gP. 4 Card gP. 113 Print reservation Number of prints ...
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Camera Body cap Strap BLS-1 Lithium ion battery BCS-1 Lithium ion charger USB cable Video cable OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM Instruction manual Warranty card Eyepiece cover Attaching the strap 1 2 3 Thread the strap as indicated by the arrows (1, 2). 10 EN Lastly, pull the strap tight making sure that it is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way. If anything is fastened securely (3). Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera.
Camera Body cap Strap BLS-1 Lithium ion battery BCS-1 Lithium ion charger USB cable Video cable OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM Instruction manual Warranty card Eyepiece cover Attaching the strap 1 2 3 Thread the strap as indicated by the arrows (1, 2). 10 EN Lastly, pull the strap tight making sure that it is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way. If anything is fastened securely (3). Unpack the box contents The following items are included with the camera.
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... progress Green light: Charging completed 3 (Charging time: Approx. 3 hours 30 minutes) BLS-1 Lithium ion battery Preparations for shooting 1 BCS-1 Lithium ion charger AC cable 2 Loading the battery Battery compartment cover 1 3 2 Battery compartment lock 3 Close the battery compartment cover • Close the battery compartment cover until you hear a click. W 2 AC wall outlet Direction indicating mark It is...
... progress Green light: Charging completed 3 (Charging time: Approx. 3 hours 30 minutes) BLS-1 Lithium ion battery Preparations for shooting 1 BCS-1 Lithium ion charger AC cable 2 Loading the battery Battery compartment cover 1 3 2 Battery compartment lock 3 Close the battery compartment cover • Close the battery compartment cover until you hear a click. W 2 AC wall outlet Direction indicating mark It is...
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Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have been set automatically by the camera are displayed. • The super control panel is not displayed while the shutter button is pressed. 3 Release the shutter Press the shutter button all the ...way (fully). • The shutter sounds and the picture is taken. • The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts recording the picture. Never remove the battery or card while the card access lamp is output. Shooting 1 Place the AF target on the subject while viewing through the viewfinder...
Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have been set automatically by the camera are displayed. • The super control panel is not displayed while the shutter button is pressed. 3 Release the shutter Press the shutter button all the ...way (fully). • The shutter sounds and the picture is taken. • The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts recording the picture. Never remove the battery or card while the card access lamp is output. Shooting 1 Place the AF target on the subject while viewing through the viewfinder...
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... the LCD monitor as a viewfinder and check the subject's composition, or shoot while viewing an enlarged display on the LCD monitor. The camera activates again when you touch any button (the shutter button, q button, etc.). Taking a picture while viewing the monitor Horizontal grip Vertical... LCD (Backlight timer)" (P. 86), "SLEEP" (P. 86) 17 EN If no operations are performed for approximately 8 seconds while the camera is on, the monitor backlight turns off to live view) button to switch to save battery power (when the super control panel is displayed on the LCD monitor.
... the LCD monitor as a viewfinder and check the subject's composition, or shoot while viewing an enlarged display on the LCD monitor. The camera activates again when you touch any button (the shutter button, q button, etc.). Taking a picture while viewing the monitor Horizontal grip Vertical... LCD (Backlight timer)" (P. 86), "SLEEP" (P. 86) 17 EN If no operations are performed for approximately 8 seconds while the camera is on, the monitor backlight turns off to live view) button to switch to save battery power (when the super control panel is displayed on the LCD monitor.
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...guide to functions for various shooting situations. Table of Contents Basic guide 2 Identifies the camera part names and describes the basic steps for shooting 11 Preparing the battery 11 Attaching a lens to the camera 12 Loading the card 13 Power on ...14 Setting the date/time 15 Shooting ...16... Playback/Erasing 18 Indications used in this manual 19 1 Basic camera operations 26 Describes the basic operations of...
...guide to functions for various shooting situations. Table of Contents Basic guide 2 Identifies the camera part names and describes the basic steps for shooting 11 Preparing the battery 11 Attaching a lens to the camera 12 Loading the card 13 Power on ...14 Setting the date/time 15 Shooting ...16... Playback/Erasing 18 Indications used in this manual 19 1 Basic camera operations 26 Describes the basic operations of...
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... Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information. Card basics...113 Usable cards 113 Formatting the card 113 Battery and charger 114 Using your charger abroad 114 Interchangeable lenses 114 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens 114 ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications 115 Program line diagram (P mode 117 Exposure...
... Refer to this section for information on optional accessories, camera specifications, and other useful shooting information. Card basics...113 Usable cards 113 Formatting the card 113 Battery and charger 114 Using your charger abroad 114 Interchangeable lenses 114 ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens 114 ZUIKO DIGITAL lens specifications 115 Program line diagram (P mode 117 Exposure...
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x Notes • During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you release the button. • Focus, exposure, and white balance are locked at 3.5 frames/sec. Sequential shooting j Shoots ... at a time when the shutter button is pressed (during S-AF, MF). for as long as the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). The camera will take pictures in sequence until you have taken on how much battery power remains. The camera may not save all of the pictures depending on the card.
x Notes • During sequential shooting, if the battery check blinks due to low battery, the camera stops shooting and starts saving the pictures you release the button. • Focus, exposure, and white balance are locked at 3.5 frames/sec. Sequential shooting j Shoots ... at a time when the shutter button is pressed (during S-AF, MF). for as long as the shutter button is pressed (normal shooting mode). The camera will take pictures in sequence until you have taken on how much battery power remains. The camera may not save all of the pictures depending on the card.
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... ) to save battery power, after the super control panel is displayed for the USB connection will be displayed every time you connect the cable to a computer or printer. [STORAGE] Allows you to transfer images to control the camera from a PC using the OLYMPUS Master software. [...CONTROL] Allows you touch any button (the shutter button, q button, etc.). The camera activates again as soon as you to a computer. The monitor backlight turns on...
... ) to save battery power, after the super control panel is displayed for the USB connection will be displayed every time you connect the cable to a computer or printer. [STORAGE] Allows you to transfer images to control the camera from a PC using the OLYMPUS Master software. [...CONTROL] Allows you touch any button (the shutter button, q button, etc.). The camera activates again as soon as you to a computer. The monitor backlight turns on...
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Resetting the print reservation data for a selected picture 2 Select [
Resetting the print reservation data for a selected picture 2 Select [
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Thumbnail Using the OLYMPUS Master software To increase the number of Camera" window is displayed. 11 8 Click and select a language. 9 Click "Add". • The new language is downloaded to the browse window. Please do not remove any cable or the battery while the camera is processing. 101 EN...OK". • The updating the camera window is displayed. 7 Click "Add Language" in the updating camera display. • The "Add Display Language of languages Please take care that your battery is fully charged! 1 Make sure that you want to view. • OLYMPUS Master switches to the image edit...
Thumbnail Using the OLYMPUS Master software To increase the number of Camera" window is displayed. 11 8 Click and select a language. 9 Click "Add". • The new language is downloaded to the browse window. Please do not remove any cable or the battery while the camera is processing. 101 EN...OK". • The updating the camera window is displayed. 7 Click "Add Language" in the updating camera display. • The "Add Display Language of languages Please take care that your battery is fully charged! 1 Make sure that you want to view. • OLYMPUS Master switches to the image edit...
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... date and time has not been set [NOISE REDUCT.] to stop, then press the shutter button. Before taking pictures The camera does not turn off automatically • To save battery power, if there is activated • When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are in your pocket for approximately 1 day... are slower and noise tends to focus the AF target on the subject. g"Setting the date/time" (P. 15) The battery has been removed from the camera • The date and time settings will turn on . 12 Shooting tips and maintenance Shooting tips and information Tips before ...
... date and time has not been set [NOISE REDUCT.] to stop, then press the shutter button. Before taking pictures The camera does not turn off automatically • To save battery power, if there is activated • When shooting night scenes, shutter speeds are in your pocket for approximately 1 day... are slower and noise tends to focus the AF target on the subject. g"Setting the date/time" (P. 15) The battery has been removed from the camera • The date and time settings will turn on . 12 Shooting tips and maintenance Shooting tips and information Tips before ...
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... use . For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with the current shooting mode • Items that cannot be reset. Selecting the optimal record mode Record modes are saved even when the power is switched off the camera whenever it is not in use the Imager...settings, set because of an item that reflect these settings. Extending the useful life of the battery Performing any of the following operations when not actually taking pictures can deplete the battery power. • Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway • Repeatedly playing back the captured ...
... use . For the latest information about Olympus lenses compatible with the current shooting mode • Items that cannot be reset. Selecting the optimal record mode Record modes are saved even when the power is switched off the camera whenever it is not in use the Imager...settings, set because of an item that reflect these settings. Extending the useful life of the battery Performing any of the following operations when not actually taking pictures can deplete the battery power. • Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway • Repeatedly playing back the captured ...
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... processing software to the computer or printer correctly. CARD-COVER OPEN The battery is jammed. Or the picture cannot be edited on this camera. Disconnect the camera and connect it again correctly. Allow the internal temperature of the camera. Charge the battery. Internal camera temperature is open. The card cover is too high. NO PAPER The...
... processing software to the computer or printer correctly. CARD-COVER OPEN The battery is jammed. Or the picture cannot be edited on this camera. Disconnect the camera and connect it again correctly. Allow the internal temperature of the camera. Charge the battery. Internal camera temperature is open. The card cover is too high. NO PAPER The...
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... the power switch is turned on, the camera should be held upright for a prolonged period, remove the battery and card. Since dust reduction is activated every time the camera's power is set to be printed on other cameras may not be effective. Check the printer ...dust from getting on again. There is well ventilated. • Insert the battery periodically and test the camera's functions. Shooting tips and maintenance Camera maintenance Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off camera and printer. The SSWF indicator blinks while dust reduction is very dirty, ...
... the power switch is turned on, the camera should be held upright for a prolonged period, remove the battery and card. Since dust reduction is activated every time the camera's power is set to be printed on other cameras may not be effective. Check the printer ...dust from getting on again. There is well ventilated. • Insert the battery periodically and test the camera's functions. Shooting tips and maintenance Camera maintenance Cleaning and storing the camera Cleaning the camera Turn off camera and printer. The SSWF indicator blinks while dust reduction is very dirty, ...
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...blower in the shutter curtain when turning the power off to finish cleaning. • If the camera turns off, the shutter curtain closes, causing the mirror to fall. Contact your Olympus Authorized Service Center to let the mechanical blower (commercially available) touch the image pickup device. ... break. If power runs out during pixel mapping, start again from the camera, and set the power switch to follow the instructions below. Cleaning mode k Removing dust If dust or dirt gets on the remaining battery power. 1 Remove the lens from Step 1. The image pickup device is...
...blower in the shutter curtain when turning the power off to finish cleaning. • If the camera turns off, the shutter curtain closes, causing the mirror to fall. Contact your Olympus Authorized Service Center to let the mechanical blower (commercially available) touch the image pickup device. ... break. If power runs out during pixel mapping, start again from the camera, and set the power switch to follow the instructions below. Cleaning mode k Removing dust If dust or dirt gets on the remaining battery power. 1 Remove the lens from Step 1. The image pickup device is...