Olympus Camedia X-450 Installation guide

DIGITAL CAMERA
APPAREIL PHOTO NUM
ÉRIQUE
DIGITALKAMERA
CÁMARA DIGITAL
D-535 ZOOM
C-370 ZOOM
X-450
BASIC MANUAL
MANUEL DE BASE
EINFACHE ANLEITUNG
MANUAL BÁSICO
ENGLISH..........2
FRANÇAIS .....40
DEUTSCH ......78
ESPAÑOL ....116
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CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
MENU FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
SHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Shooting mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Taking still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
If correct focus cannot be obtained (Focus lock) . . . . 24
Recording movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Zooming in on a subject. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Macro mode shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Using the self-timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Varying the image brightness
(Exposure compensation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Viewing still pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Close-up playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Index display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Viewing movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Protecting pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Erasing pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
PRINT RESERVATION/DIRECT PRINT . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
DOWNLOADING PICTURES TO A COMPUTER . . . . . 36
ERROR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
These instructions are only for quick reference. For more details
on the functions described here, refer to the “Reference Manual”
on CD-ROM.
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JBefore using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.
JWe recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before
taking important photographs.
JThese instructions are only a basic manual. For more details on the functions described
here, refer to the Reference Manual on the CD-ROM.
For customers in North and South America
For customers in Europe
Trademarks
• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of 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).
“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 USA
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : D-535 ZOOM/C-370 ZOOM/X-450
Trade Name : OLYMPUS
Responsible Party :
Address : Two Corporate Center Drive, PO Box 9058, Melville,
New York 11747-9058 U.S.A.
Telephone Number :1-631-844-5000
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.
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GETTING STARTED
JNAMES OF PARTS
Flash
Self-timer lamp
Connector cover
VIDEO OUT jack
USB connector
Lens
Extends automatically when the
power switch is pressed.
Battery compartment/
card cover
DC-IN jack
Lock button
Shutter button Power switch
Tripod socket
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Self-timer button ( )
Monitor
Macro mode button ( )
Mode dial
Flash mode button ( )
Arrow pad
()
Arrow pad
OK button ( )
Buttons on the arrow pad have their respective functions. They are also
used as direction buttons. , , and indicate which button to
be pressed.
Erase button
()
Zoom button
(W/T• )
Strap eyelet
Exposure compensation
button ( )
Reset button
()
Shooting button ( )
Orange lamp
Green lamp
Menu button ( )
Playback button ( )
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JMONITOR INDICATIONS
Shooting mode
* The [IN] indicator is displayed when you are storing pictures in the
camera’s internal memory. The [xD] indicator is displayed when the card is
inserted.
Items Indications
1 Battery check ,
2 Green lamp
3 Flash standby
Camera movement warning/ Flash charge
(Lit)
(Blinks)
4 Shooting mode , , , , ,
5 Macro mode ,
6 Flash mode , ,
7Self-timer
8 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0
9 Record mode SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
10 Resolution 2048×1536, 1600×1200, 640×480,
etc.
11 AF target mark [ ]
12 Current memory * [IN], [xD]
13 Number of storable still pictures
Remaining recording time
5
00:36
2
1
12
5
11
12
11
13
5
7
9
1
Still picture Movie
4
3
4
6
10
9
8
6
8
13
10
7
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Playback mode
* The [IN] indicator is displayed when you are storing pictures in the
camera’s internal memory. The [xD] indicator is displayed when the card is
inserted.
Items Indications
1 Battery check ,
2 Current memory * [IN], [xD]
3 Print reservation, Number of prints
x 10
4 File number 100-0018
5Protect
6 Record mode SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
7 Resolution 2048×1536, 1600×1200, 640×480,
etc.
8 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0
9 Date and time ’04.10.10 12:30
10 Number of frames
Elapsed time/Total recording time (movie)
18
00:00/00:15
11 Movie
2
1
46
2
6
8
9
7
55
10
7
8
Still picture Movie
3
10
11
1
9
4
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Battery check
If the remaining battery power is low, the battery check indication on the
monitor changes as follows while the camera is turned on.
Lit (Green)
(The indicator turns
off after a while)
Remaining power
level: high.
The green lamp and the orange
lamp on the camera blink.
Remaining power level: exhausted.
Replace with new batteries.
Blinks (Red)
Remaining power level: low.
Prepare new batteries.
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JATTACHING THE STRAP
1Thread the short end of the
strap through the strap
eyelet.
2Thread the long end of the
strap through the loop that
has already gone through
the eyelet.
3Pull the strap tight, making
sure that it is securely
fastened and does not come
loose.
JLOADING THE BATTERIES
1Make sure the camera is turned
off.
• The monitor is off.
• The green lamp and the orange lamp
on the camera are off.
• The lens is not extended.
Strap eyelet
Important
Manganese (zinc-carbon) batteries and lithium battery packs (CR-
V3) cannot be used.
Orange lamp
Green lamp
Monitor
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2Holding the lock button, slide
the battery compartment/card
cover in the direction of , and
then lift it in the direction of .
• Use the ball of your finger to slide the
cover. Do not use your fingernail as
this could result in injury.
• With the bottom of the camera facing
up, open the battery compartment/card
cover as shown in the illustration.
3Insert the batteries, making sure
that they are correctly oriented
as shown in the illustration.
• The battery insertion direction is
indicated in the battery compartment
and on the bottom of the camera.
4Holding the batteries down with
the battery compartment/card
cover, close the cover in the
direction of and slide it in the
direction of .
• If the battery compartment/card cover
is hard to close, do not force it. With the
battery compartment/card cover shut,
press the mark firmly and push it
in the direction of .
Lock button
Battery compartment/card
cover
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JABOUT THE INTERNAL MEMORY AND
THE CARD
Images taken are stored in the internal memory.
You can also use an optional xD-Picture Card (referred to as “card” in this
manual) to store images. The card has greater capacity than the internal
memory, and so, is able to store more images. The card is convenient, for
example, when you are traveling and you want to take a lot of pictures.
Internal memory basics
The internal memory corresponds to a film of normal camera for recording
pictures you have taken.
Pictures recorded and stored in the internal memory can easily be erased,
overwritten, and/or edited on a PC. The internal memory cannot be replaced
or removed from the camera.
Relationship between the internal memory and the card
The monitor displays which type of the memory (internal or card) is being
used for shooting and displaying images.
• The internal memory and the card cannot be used at the same time.
• When the card is inserted, the internal memory is disabled.
• When you want to use the internal memory, remove the card.
Monitor
indications Shooting mode Playback mode
[IN]
Stores to the internal memory. Plays the images stored in the internal
memory.
[xD] Stores to the card. Plays the images stored on the card.
Shooting mode Playback mode
Current memory
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JINSERTING A CARD (OPTIONAL)
An optional card (xD-Picture Card) is available for this camera.
1Make sure the camera is turned
off.
• The monitor is off.
• The green lamp and the orange lamp
on the camera are off.
• The lens is not extended.
2Holding the lock button, slide
the battery compartment/card
cover in the direction of , and
then lift it in the direction of .
• Use the ball of your finger to slide the
cover. Do not use your fingernail as
this could result in injury.
• With the bottom of the camera facing
up, open the battery compartment/card
cover as shown in the illustration.
3Face the card the correct way
and insert it into the card slot as
shown in the illustration.
• Insert the card while keeping it straight.
• The card stops with a click when it is
inserted all the way.
• Inserting the card the wrong way or at
an angle could damage the contact
area or cause the card to jam.
• If the card is not inserted all the way,
data may not be written to the card.
Orange lamp
Green lamp
Monitor
Lock button
Battery compartment/card
cover
Inserting the card
Notch
Index area
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3Push the card all the way in to
unlock it, and let it return slowly.
• The card is ejected a short way and
then stops.
• Hold the card straight and pull it out.
4Holding the batteries down with
the battery compartment/card
cover, close the cover in the
direction of and slide it in
the direction of .
• If the battery compartment/card cover
is hard to close, do not force it. With
the battery compartment/card cover
shut, press the mark firmly and
push it in the direction of .
Removing the card
Releasing your finger quickly after
pushing the card all the way in may
cause it to eject forcefully out of the
slot.
Note
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JTURNING THE POWER ON/OFF
Power on: Press the power switch.
The lens extends and the subject is displayed on the
monitor. The orange lamp lights.
The camera is ready for shooting (shooting mode).
Power off: Press the power switch.
The camera turns off. (The monitor also turns off.)
The orange lamp goes out.
TIPS
• To save battery power, the camera automatically enters to the sleep
mode and stops operating if not used for 30 seconds. The monitor
switches off automatically. Press the shutter button, or to turn
the monitor on. You can select the length of time after which the camera
automatically enters to the sleep mode.
• If the camera is not operated for 15 minutes after the camera enters
sleep mode, it automatically retracts the lens and turns off. To resume
operation, turn on the power again.
Power switch
Orange lamp
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Switching between the shooting mode and the playback mode
• The object is displayed on
the monitor.
• The orange lamp lights.
• The last taken picture is
displayed on the monitor.
• The green lamp on the
camera lights.
Press the .
Switching to the shooting
mode (Shooting mode)
Switching to the playback
mode (Playback mode)
Press the or
the shutter button.
Playback button ( )
Orange lamp
Shooting button ( ) Shutter button
Green lamp
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JSELECTING A LANGUAGE
1Press the power switch.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
• The orange lamp lights.
2Press .
• The menu screen is displayed.
3Press on the arrow pad to select [ ].
• The selected item is displayed in yellow.
4Press or .
5Press to select a language, and press .
6Press to exit the menu.
7Press the power switch to turn the camera off.
JSETTING THE DATE AND TIME
1Press the power switch.
• The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
• The orange lamp lights.
2Press .
• The menu screen is displayed.
3Press on the arrow pad to select [ ].
• The selected item is displayed in yellow.
4Press or .
5Press to select one of the following date formats:
Y-M-D (Year/Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/Day/Year), D-M-Y
(Day/Month/Year). Then press .
• Move to the year setting.
• The following steps show the procedure used when the date and time
settings are set to Y-M-D.
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6Press to set the year, and press to move to the
month setting.
• To move back to the previous setting, press .
• The first two digits of the year are fixed.
7Repeat this procedure until the date and time are
completely set.
• The camera only displays the time in 24-hour time system (“2 p.m.”
would be “14:00”).
8Press .
• For a more accurate setting, press when the time signal hits 00
seconds. The clock starts when you press the button.
9Press to exit the menu.
10 Press the power switch to turn the camera off.
• The date and time settings will be returned to the factory default settings
if the camera is left without the battery for approximately 1 day.
Note
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MENU FUNCTIONS
JHOW TO USE THE MENUS
When you turn on the camera and press , the menu is displayed on the
monitor. From this menu, you can configure various settings of the camera.
1Press to display the menu.
2Press to select an item, and press or .
3Press to select a setting.
Press or to complete the setting.
4Press to exit the menu and return to the shooting
status.
OK button ( )
Arrow pad ( )
Menu button ( )
Indicates 1st
page of 2 pages.
Indicates there is
an additional page
to follow.
About the menu screen
Press to exit the
menu and return to
the shooting status.
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JMENUS
Shooting mode
Sets the image quality and resolution.
Still picture : [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1], [SQ2]
Movie : [HQ], [SQ]
BACKUP
Copies images stored in the internal memory to the
card. This setting is not available when the card is
not inserted.
Sets the date and time.
Selects a language for on-screen display.
SLEEP Sets the time period that the camera automatically
enters to the sleep mode.
VIDEO OUT
Selects [NTSC] or [PAL] according to your TV’s
video signal type. TV video signal types differ
depending on the region.
MEMORY FORMAT
( CARD FORMAT )Formats the internal memory or the card.
PIXEL MAPPING Checks the CCD and image processing functions
for errors.
These instructions are only for quick reference. For more details
on the functions described here, refer to the “Reference Manual”
on CD-ROM.
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Playback mode
Runs through all saved pictures one after another.
Select a single slide show with [ ] or, [ ] for a
continuous slide show.
BACKUP
Copies images stored in the internal memory to the
card. This setting is not available when the card is
not inserted.
Stores print reservation information on the card.
This setting is not available when the card is not
inserted.
Protects pictures from accidental erasure.
Rotates pictures [ ] (clockwise) or [ ]
(counterclockwise).
MEMORY SETUP
(CARD SETUP)
Erases all images/data stored in the internal
memory or on the card.
Sets the date and time.
Selects a language for on-screen display.
SLEEP Sets the time period that the camera automatically
enters to the sleep mode.
VIDEO OUT
Selects [NTSC] or [PAL] according to your TV’s
video signal type. TV video signal types differ
depending on the region.
Selects the number of frames in the index display.
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