Olympus E-M5 Mark II User manual

Basic guide
Quick task index
Table of Contents
1. Basic photography/frequently-
used options
2. Other shooting options
3. Flash shooting
4. Shooting and viewing movies
5. Playback options
6. Sending and receiving images
7. Using OLYMPUS Viewer 2
8. Printing pictures
9. Camera setup
10. Customizing camera settings
11. Information
12. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
System chart
Index
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera,
please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important
photographs.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development
stages and may differ from the actual product.
The contents in this manual are based on firmware version 1.0 for this camera. If there are
additions and/or modifications of functions due to firmware update for the camera, the contents will
differ. For the latest information, please visit the Olympus website.
Instruction Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA

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Indications used in this manual
The following symbols are used throughout this manual.
#Cautions Important information on factors which may lead to a malfunction
or operational problems. Also warns of operations that should be
absolutely avoided.
$Notes Points to note when using the camera.
%Tips Useful information and hints that will help you get the most out of
your camera.
gReference pages describing details or related information.
■This notice concerns the supplied flash unit and is chiefly directed to users in
North America.
Information for Your Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your photographic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
• Read and understand all instructions before using.
• Close supervision is necessary when any flash is used by or near children. Do not leave
flash unattended while in use.
• Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.
• Do not operate if the flash has been dropped or damaged - until it has been examined by
qualified service personnel.
• Let flash cool completely before putting away.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse this flash in water or other liquids.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this flash, but take it to qualified
service personnel when service or repair work is required. Incorrect reassembly can
cause electric shock when the flash is used subsequently.
• The use of an accessory attachment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Unpack the box contents
The following items are included with the camera.
If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
camera.
Camera
• Flash case
• Computer software
CD-ROM
• Instruction manual
• Warranty card
Body cap Strap USB cable
CB-USB6 AV cable (Monaural)
CB-AVC3
Flash
FL-LM2 Lithium ion battery
BLN-1
Lithium ion
charger
BCN-1
Attaching the strap
1
Thread the strap in the direction of
the arrows.
2
Lastly, pull the strap tight making
sure that it is fastened securely.
3
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• Attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet in the same way.

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Basic guide Preparations for shooting
1
Charging the battery.
Charging indicator
Charging in
progress Lights orange
Charging
complete Off
Charging error Blinks orange
(Charging time: Up to
approximately 4 hours)
1
2
3AC wall outlet
Lithium
ion battery
(BLN-1)
Charging
indicator AC cable
SDirection
indicating
mark
Lithium ion
charger
(BCN-1)
#Cautions
• Unplug the charger when charging is complete.
2
Loading the battery.
2
1
3
Direction
indicating
mark
Battery compartment
cover
Battery
compartment
lock
3
Closing the battery compartment cover.
Removing the battery
Turn off the camera before opening or closing the
battery compartment cover.
To remove the battery, first push the battery lock
knob in the direction of the arrow and then remove.
#Cautions
• Contact an authorized distributor or service center if you are unable to remove the
battery. Do not use force.
$Notes
• It is recommended to set aside a backup battery for prolonged shooting in case the
battery in use drains.
Charging and inserting the battery

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Preparations for shooting
Basic guide
1
Loading the card.
• Open the card slot cover.
• Slide the card in until it is locked into place.
g“Card basics” (P. 103)
#Cautions
• Turn off the camera before loading or
removing the card.
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1
Card slot
2
Closing the card slot cover.
• Close the cover until you hear a click.
#Cautions
• Be sure the card slot cover is closed before using the camera.
Removing the card
Press the inserted card lightly and it will be ejected.
Pull out the card.
#Cautions
• Do not remove the battery or card while the card
write indicator (P. 31) is displayed.
Eye-Fi Cards
• Use the Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulations of the country where
the camera is used.
• Remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera or select [Off] for [Eye-Fi] (P. 93) in airplanes
and other locations in which use is prohibited.
• Eye-Fi cards may become hot during use.
• The drain on the battery may increase when Eye-Fi cards are used.
• Camera response may slow when Eye-Fi cards are used.
Inserting and removing cards

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Basic guide Preparations for shooting
Attaching a lens to the camera
1
Attach a lens to the camera.
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Rear cap 2
1
• Align the lens attachment mark (red) on the camera with the alignment mark (red) on
the lens, then insert the lens into the camera’s body.
• Rotate the lens in the direction indicated by the arrow until you hear it click.
#Cautions
• Make sure the camera is turned off.
• Do not press the lens release button.
• Do not touch internal portions of the camera.
2
Remove the lens cap.
2
1
1
Using lenses with an UNLOCK switch
Retractable lenses with an UNLOCK switch can not
be used while retracted.
Turn the zoom ring in the direction of arrow (1) to
extend the lens (2).
To store, turn the zoom ring in the direction of arrow
(4) while sliding the UNLOCK switch (3).
4
1
2
3
Removing the lens from the camera
While pressing the lens release button, rotate the
lens in the direction of the arrow.
g “Interchangeable lenses” (P. 104)
2
1
Lens release button

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Preparations for shooting
Basic guide
1
Remove the terminal cover from the flash unit and attach the flash to the
camera.
• Slide the flash unit all the way in, stopping when it contacts the back of the shoe and
is securely in place.
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UNLOCK switch
2
To use the flash, raise the flash head.
• Lower the flash head when the flash is not in
use.
Removing the Flash Unit
Press the UNLOCK switch while removing the flash
unit. 2
1
UNLOCK switch
Attaching the flash unit

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Basic guide Preparations for shooting
Power on
1
Rotate the ON/OFF switch to the ON position to turn the camera on.
• When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on.
• To turn the camera off, rotate the ON/OFF switch to OFF.
2
Set the mode dial to A.
Viewfinder (P. 30)
The viewfinder turns
on and the monitor
turns off automatically
when you put your
eye to the viewfinder. 250 F5.6 ee
01:02:03
1023
ISO-A
200
ISO-A
200
Monitor
The super control
panel (P. 22) will be
displayed.
250250 F5.6
Normal
i
2012.05.01 12:30
NORM
ISO
AUTO
AUTO
WB
AUTO
4:3 AEL/AFL
01:02:0301:02:03
10231023
Adjusting Viewfinder Focus
Look through the viewfinder and rotate the dial until
the display is in sharp focus.
Using the Monitor
You can adjust the angle of the monitor.
1
2

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Preparations for shooting
Basic guide
Date and time information is recorded on the card together with the images. The file
name is also included with the date and time information. Be sure to set the correct
date and time before using the camera.
1
Display the menus.
• Press the MENU button to display the menus.
MENU button
j
4:3
D
1
2
Shooting Menu 1
Card Setup
Reset/Myset
Picture Mode
Image Aspect
Back Set
Digital Tele-converter Off
2
Select [X] in the [d] (setup) tab.
• Use FG to select [d] and press I.
• Select [X] and press I.
--.--.-- --:--X
W
j
±0 k ±0
2
1
Setup Menu
English
5sec
c / # Menu Display
Firmware
Rec View
Back Set
[d] tab
3
Set the date and time.
• Use HI to select items.
• Use FG to change the selected item.
• Use FG to select the date format.
X
2012
YMDTime
Cancel
Y/M/D
The time is displayed
using a 24-hour clock.
4
Save settings and exit.
• Press Qto set the camera clock and exit to the main menu.
• Press the MENU button to exit the menus.
Setting the date/time

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Basic guide Names of parts and functions
Names of parts
Camera
1
2
3
5
6
4
8
7
g
f
e
d
5h
i
c
9
b
a
0
j
l
m
o
n
k
Remove when using the
HLD-6 battery holder.
1Main dial* (o)...................P. 16, 57–59
2Shutter button...............P. 13, 14, 44, 96
3R(Movie) button....P. 13, 15, 67, 69, 93
4Fn2 button ..........................P. 25, 69, 93
5Strap eyelet.......................................P. 3
6Sub dial* (r).....................P. 16, 57–59
7Lens attachment mark......................P. 6
8Mount (Remove the body cap before
attaching the lens.)
9Stereo microphone...................P. 68, 73
0Hot shoe cover
aDiopter adjustment dial.....................P. 8
bMode dial....................................P. 8, 12
cSelf-timer lamp/
AF illuminator..................................P. 56
dConnector cover
eSpeaker
fLens release button..........................P. 6
gLens lock pin
hMulti-connector...................P. 74, 78, 82
iHDMI micro connector (type D)......P. 74
jTripod socket
kPBH cover
lBattery compartment cover...............P. 4
mBattery compartment lock.................P. 4
nCard slot cover..................................P. 5
oCard slot ...........................................P. 5
* In this manual, the oand ricons
represent operations performed using
the main and sub dials.