Olympus CAMEDIA C-3000 Zoom User manual

PREPARATION
BASIC FUNCTIONS
MOVIE FUNCTIONS
STORING DATA FOR PRINTING
PICTURES
USING A PERSONAL COMPUTER
CAMERA SETTINGS
MISCELLANEOUS
!Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct
use.
!We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your
camera before taking important photographs.
INSTRUCTIONS
C-3000ZOOM
DIGITAL CAMERA

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONS
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use
your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to obtain optimum
performance and a longer service life from the unit. Be sure to retain this
manual for future reference.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN, ANY LIQUID OR
MOISTURE.

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1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
6. Attachments — Attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer may be hazardous and/or cause damage to the product.
Do not use these attachments.
7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water — for
example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool or rain.
8. Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable stand, tripod,
bracket, table, or cart. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a tripod,
stand, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9. Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.

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10. Grounding or Polarization — This product, when used with an optional
AC adapter, may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet.
11. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
12. Lightning — For added protection for this product when used with an
optional AC adapter during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line surges.
13. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
14. Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
15. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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16. Damage Requiring Service — If using the optional AC adapter, unplug
this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
b) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
c) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
d) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
e) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this
indicates a need for service.
17. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
18. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition.
19. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

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Radio and Television Interference
Change or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the camera and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Only the Olympus RS-232C serial cable or Olympus USB cable should be
used to connect the camera to a personal computer (PC).
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: C-3000ZOOM
Trade Name: OLYMPUS
Responsible party: Olympus America Inc.
Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157
U.S.A.
Telephone number: 516-844-5000
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, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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WARNING
• Keep the batteries away from children.
• If a battery is swallowed, see a doctor immediately.
• Dispose of used lithium batteries promptly, in a safe manner that
complies with all applicable laws.
• The lithium battery may present the risk of fire or chemical burn if
mishandled.
• Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or dispose of in
a fire.
• Before use, wipe the battery clean with a dry soft cloth to assure good
contact.
• Never use metallic tweezers to hold the battery, and never short circuit
the (+) and (–) sides of the battery.
Windows®is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Macintosh™is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
All other brand names and product names are registered.
The standards for camera file systems are the “Design Rule for Camera File
System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics Industry
Development Association (JEIDA).
Legal and other notices
• All contents of this publication are subject to change without notice.
• Although the contents of this publication have been carefully checked to
avoid errors, some may still occur. If you are in doubt about any points or
find mistakes or omissions, please contact us.
•No part of this publication may be reproduced or reprinted except for
personal use without the prior permission of Olympus.
• 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 unit.
• Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages
or any benefit expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by
erasing the picture data.
• Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.

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Danger: Ignoring this Danger mark and operating this product
incorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.
Warning: Ignoring this Warning mark and operating this product
incorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.
Caution: Ignoring this Caution mark and operating this product
incorrectly may lead to injury.
FOR SAFE USE
BATTERY HANDLING
IGNORING THE WARNINGS BELOW MAY LEAD TO FLUID LEAK,
BATTERY HEAT GENERATION, FIRE, EXPLOSION, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR BURNING.
DANGER
1. WHEN USING NiMH BATTERIES, USE OLYMPUS BRAND NiMH
BATTERIES AND CHARGER.
2. DO NOT LOAD OR USE BATTERIES WITH THEIR +/– TERMINALS
UPSIDE DOWN. DO NOT LOAD BATTERIES FORCEFULLY.
3. DO NOT MODIFY OR DISASSEMBLE BATTERIES OR CONNECT
THEM TO THE CAMERA USING SOLDER OR IN ANY OTHER WAY
THAN INSTRUCTED IN THIS MANUAL. IT MAY DESTROY THE
TERMINALS OR CAUSE BATTERY FLUID TO LEAK.
4. DO NOT CONNECT THE TERMINALS WITH METAL OR
CARRY/STORE BATTERIES WITH METALLIC NECKLACES OR
HAIRPINS.
5. DO NOT CONNECT THE CAMERA DIRECTLY TO A POWER OUTLET
OR CIGARETTE LIGHTER IN A VEHICLE.
6. DO NOT THROW BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR HEAT THEM.
7. IF BATTERY FLUID GETS IN YOUR EYES, DO NOT RUB THEM.
WASH THE FLUID OUT WITH CLEAN WATER AND CONTACT A
PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

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WARNING
1. DO NOT ALLOW BATTERIES TO COME IN CONTACT WITH WATER
OR SEA WATER.
2. BATTERY FLUID MAY LEAK, GENERATING HEAT AND POSSIBLY
CAUSING A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
• DO NOT USE NON-RECOMMENDED BATTERIES.
• DO NOT THROW BATTERIES INTO A FIRE, OR EXPOSE TO HEAT.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT WITH BATTERIES INSIDE.
• DO NOT USE OLD AND NEW OR CHARGED AND UNCHARGED
BATTERIES, OR BATTERIES OF DIFFERENT CAPACITIES/KINDS/
BRANDS MIXED TOGETHER.
• DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE AND LITHIUM BATTERIES.
• DO NOT LOAD THE BATTERIES IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION TO
THAT SHOWN IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF THEIR BODY IS NOT COVERED BY
THE INSULATING SHEET OR IF THE SHEET IS TORN AS IT MAY
CAUSE FLUID LEAK, FIRE OR INJURY. DO NOT USE THESE
BATTERIES EVEN IF THEY ARE SOLD IN STORES.
3. IF NiMH BATTERIES ARE NOT CHARGED WITHIN THE SPECIFIED
TIME, STOP CHARGING.
4. DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF A FLUID LEAK, CHANGE OF
COLOR/SHAPE OR OTHER ABNORMALITY IS FOUND.
5. STORE AND USE BATTERIES OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH. IF A
CHILD SWALLOWS BATTERIES, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY.
6. IF BATTERY FLUID GETS ON SKIN OR CLOTHES, SOAK IT WITH
CLEAN WATER AS IT MAY BURN THE SKIN.
7. DO NOT MODIFY THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT ON THE CAMERA
OR INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS IN IT.

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CAUTION
1. OLYMPUS NiMH BATTERIES ARE FOR USE WITH OLYMPUS DIGITAL
CAMERAS ONLY. DO NOT USE THEM WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT.
2. DO NOT APPLY PHYSICAL SHOCK TO BATTERIES.
3. DO NOT USE CHARGEABLE AND UNCHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR
BATTERIES OF DIFFERENT CAPACITIES/KINDS/BRANDS MIXED
TOGETHER.
4 WHEN CHARGING NiMH BATTERIES, CHARGE ALL FOUR (OR TWO)
BATTERIES AT THE SAME TIME.
5. CHARGE NiMH BATTERIES BEFORE USING THEM FOR THE FIRST
TIME OR AFTER NOT USING THEM FOR A LONG TIME.
6. KEEP BATTERIES UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN USE FOR A LONG
TIME, AS IT MAY CAUSE FLUID LEAK OR HEAT GENERATION.
7. DO NOT USE BATTERIES IF A FLUID LEAK, CHANGE OF
COLOR/SHAPE OR OTHER ABNORMALITY IS FOUND, AND TAKE
THEM TO AN AUTHORIZED OLYMPUS SERVICE CENTER.
8. DO NOT USE OR STORE BATTERIES UNDER DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR
IN HOT TEMPERATURES SUCH AS IN A HOT VEHICLE OR IN FRONT
OF A HEATER.
9. DO NOT UNLOAD BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY AFTER USING THE
CAMERA FOR A LONG TIME AS THEY GET HOT.