Olympus Stylus 1050SW Installation guide

DIGITAL CAMERA
Basic Manual
ENGLISH 2
FRANÇAIS 28
ESPAÑOL 54
DEUTSCH 80
РУССКИЙ 106
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●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.
●In the interest of continually improving products,
Olympus reserves the right to update or modify
information contained in this manual.
●The screen and camera illustrations shown in this
manual were produced during the development
stages and may differ from the actual product.
The reference pages are based on the Instruction Manual (provided CD-ROM). Please see the CD-ROM
Instruction Manual for your reference.
ContentsContents
Preparing the Camera...........................3
Checking the contents of the box............3
Attaching the camera strap......................3
Charging the battery................................3
Loading the battery and
the xD-Picture Card™ (sold separately)
into the camera........................................4
Using a microSD card/microSDHC card
(sold separately)......................................5
Setting the date and time.........................5
Changing the display language...............6
Shooting, Playback, and Erasing.........7
Shooting with automatic settings
(hmode)...........................................7
Viewing images .......................................8
Erasing images during playback
(Single image erase) ...............................9
Using Shooting Modes........................10
Using the best mode for the shooting
scene (smode)...............................10
Shooting with optimum aperture value
and shutter speed (Kmode)...............10
Using the digital image stabilization
mode (hmode) ..................................11
Shooting movies (nmode)..................11
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Using Shooting Functions..................12
Using the optical zoom..........................12
Brightening the subject against backlight
(SHADOW ADJ) ....................................12
Using the flash.......................................13
Adjusting the brightness
(Exposure compensation)......................13
Shooting closeups (Macro shooting).....14
Using the self-timer................................14
Printing.................................................15
Using OLYMPUS Master 2...................16
Appendix..............................................18
Using a microSD Attachment.................18
Important information about water and
shock resistant features.........................18
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................20
SPECIFICATIONS.................................26
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Preparing the Camera
Charging the battery
AC outlet
AC cable
Lithium ion battery
Battery charger
Charging indicator
Lights: Charging
Off: Charged
1
2
3
Battery comes partially charged. Before
use, be sure to charge the battery until the
charging indicator goes off
(for approx. 5 hours).
For details on the battery and the charger,
see “Battery and charger” (p. 63).
When to charge the battery
Charge the battery when the error message
shown below appears.
BATTERY EMPTY
Monitor top right Error message
Flashes in red
Checking the contents of the
box
Digital camera Strap
LI-42B Lithium Ion Battery LI-40C Battery Charger
USB cable AV cable
OLYMPUS Master 2
CD-ROM microSD Attachment
Other accessories not shown: Instruction Manual,
warranty card
Contents may vary depending on purchase location.
Attaching the camera strap
Pull the strap tight so that it does not come
loose.
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3Notch
Index area
Insert the card straight in until it clicks into
place.
Do not touch the contact area on the card.
4
This camera allows the user to take pictures
using the internal memory even when
no xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is
inserted. “Using an xD-Picture Card”
(p. 64)
“Number of storable pictures (still
pictures)/recording length (movies) in the
internal memory and xD-Picture card”
(p. 65)
Removing the xD-Picture Card
12
Press in the card until it clicks and comes
out slightly, and then grasp the card to pull it
out.
Loading the battery and
the xD-Picture Card™ (sold
separately) into the camera
Do not insert anything other than an xD-
Picture Card or the microSD Attachment into
the camera.
112
Battery/card compartment cover
2
Battery lock knob
Insert the battery by putting in the
marked side first, with the marks toward
the battery lock knob.
Insert the battery while sliding the battery
lock knob in the direction of the arrow.
Sliding the battery lock knob in the direction
of the arrow to unlock, and then remove the
battery.
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Using a microSD card/
microSDHC card
(sold separately)
microSD card/microSDHC card (hereinafter
referred to as “the microSD card”) is also
compatible with this camera by using the
microSD Attachment.
“Using a microSD Attachment” (p. 66)
1Insert the microSD card into the
Attachment.
Insert the card to
the end.
2Insert the microSD Attachment into
the camera.
Notch
To remove the microSD card
Pull the microSD card straight out.
Do not touch the contact area on the
microSD Attachment and microSD card.
Setting the date and time
The date and time set here are saved to image
file names, date prints, and other data.
1Press the obutton to turn on
the camera.
The date and time setting screen is displayed
when the date and time are not set.
X
YM
YMD
D TIME
---- -- -- -- --
MENU
CANCEL
Date and time setting screen
2Use 12 to select the year for [Y].
2008
-- -- -- --
X
YM
YMD
D TIME
MENU
CANCEL
3Press the obutton to save the
setting for [Y].
2008
-- -- -- --
X
YM
YMD
D TIME
MENU
CANCEL
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4As in steps 2 and 3, use 1234
and the obutton to set
[M] (month), [D] (day), and
[TIME] (hours and minutes).
For precise time setting, press the obutton
as the time signal strikes 00 seconds.
To change the date and time, make the
setting from the menu. [X] (Date/time)
(p. 45)
To check the date and time
Press the gbutton while the camera is
turned off. The current time and alarm time
are displayed for approx. 3 seconds.
Changing the display language
The language for the menu and error messages
displayed on the monitor is selectable.
1Set the mode dial to a position other
than R, 6.
2Press the mbutton, and press
1234 to select [xSETUP].
SCN
SCN
RESET
RESET
PANORAMA
PANORAMA
CAMERA
MENU
CAMERA
MENU
SILENT
MODE
SILENT
MODE
MENU
EXIT SET
OK
IMAGE
QUALITY
IMAGE
QUALITY
SETUP
SETUP
3Press the obutton.
1
2
3
4
BACKUP
NORMAL
SETUP
ENGLISH
PW ON SETUP
MENU COLOR
MEMORY FORMAT
MENU
EXIT SET
OK
4Use 12 to select [W] and
press the obutton.
W
FRANCAIS
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
ITALIANO
ENGLISH ඾ུࢊ
OK
SETBACK
MENU
5Use 1234 to select your
language and press the obutton.
6Press the mbutton.
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Shooting, Playback, and Erasing
3Hold the camera, and compose the
shot.
1/400
1/400
F3.5
F3.5
AUTO
Horizontal grip
Vertical grip
Monitor
4Press the shutter button halfway
down to focus on the subject.
When the camera focuses on the subject, the
exposure is locked (shutter speed and aperture
value are displayed), and the AF target mark
changes to green.
The camera was unable to focus if the AF target
mark flashes red. Try focusing again.
1/400
1/400
F3.5
F3.5
AUTO
AF target mark
Press halfway
Shutter speed Aperture value
“Focusing” (p. 60)
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Shooting with automatic
settings (hmode)
This is a fully automatic mode that allows the
user to take pictures by simply pressing the
shutter button without using the menu to make
detailed settings.
All shooting settings return to the default
settings when the camera is turned off. In
Kmode, all shooting settings are saved
even when the power is turned off.
1Set the mode dial to h.
2Slide the lens barrier down to turn
on the camera.
10 M
10 M
4
4
IN
AUTO
N ORM
N ORM
Monitor
(standby mode screen)
Number of storable
still pictures (p. 65)
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5To take the picture, gently press
the shutter button all the way down
while being careful not to shake the
camera.
AUTO
1/400
1/400
F3.5
F3.5
Image review screen
Press fully
To view images during shooting
Pressing the qbutton enables playback of
images. To return to shooting, either press
the qbutton again or press the shutter
button halfway down.
You can operate the camera by tapping the
body when [TAP CONTROL] is [ON].
[TAP CONTROL] (p. 48)
To shoot movies
“Shooting movies (Amode)” (p. 19)
When shooting is finished
Slide the lens barrier up to turn off the camera.
You can also press the obutton to turn the
camera off.
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Viewing images
1Set the mode dial to q.
1
1
IN
10 M
10 M
2008.11.26
2008.11.26
12:30
12:30
100-0001
100-0001
N ORM
N ORM
Playback image
Frame number
2Use 1234 to select an image.
Displays
10 frames before
the current image
Displays next
image
Displays previous
image Displays 10 frames after
the current
image
The display size of the images can be
changed. “Index view, calendar view, and
closeup view” (p. 25)
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To play back movies
Select a movie, and press the obutton.
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2008.11.26
12:30
12:30
100-0004
100-0004
4
4
IN
MOVIE PLAY
OK
Movie
Operations during movie playback
Volume: During playback, press 12.
Fast-forward/rewind: Select with 34.
Each time a button is pressed, the playback
speed cycles through 2x, 20x, and standard
(1x) speed in the direction of the pressed
button.
Pause: Press the obutton.
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2008.11.26
12:30
12:30
100-0004
100-0004
00:12 / 00:34
00:12 / 00:34
IN
During playback
Elapsed time/
Total recording time
First (last) frame/frame advance:
During pause, press 1to display the first
frame, and press 2to display the last
frame. Playback is reversed while 3is
pressed, playback occurs normally while 4
is pressed. Press the obutton to resume
playback.
2008.11.26
2008.11.26
12:30
12:30
100-0004
100-0004
00:14 / 00:34
00:14 / 00:34
IN
/
During pause
To stop movie playback
Press the mbutton.
Erasing images during
playback (Single image erase)
1Press the Dbutton when the
playback image to be erased is
displayed.
ERASE
ERASE
OK
IN
NO
NO
YES
SETCANCEL
MENU
2Press 1to select [YES], and press
the obutton.
[DERASE] (p. 39)
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To lock the focus distance for an
underwater shot (AF lock)
When [TUNDERWATER SNAPSHOT] is
selected, press 2.
AFL
10 M
10 M
4
4
IN
N ORM
N ORM
^mark
To cancel, press 2again to clear the
^mark.
Shooting with optimum
aperture value and shutter
speed (Kmode)
In this mode, automatic camera shooting can
be used while also allowing changes to a wide
range of other shooting menu functions, such as
exposure compensation, white balance, and so
on when needed.
1Set the mode dial to K.
10 M
10 M
P
4
4
IN
N ORM
N ORM
Kmode indicator
This section describes the available shooting
modes. Depending on the mode, some settings
can be changed. For details on the functions
that can be adjusted, see “Menus for Shooting
Functions” on page 28.
Using the best mode for the
shooting scene (smode)
1Set the mode dial to s.
PORTRAIT
SET
OK
MENU
EXIT
An explanation of the selected mode is displayed
while the Ebutton is pressed and held.
2Use 12 to select the best
shooting mode for the scene, and
press the obutton.
10 M
10 M
4
4
IN
N ORM
N ORM
Icon indicating
the scene mode
that is set
To change to another scene mode, use the
menu. [/s] (p. 31)
To take underwater photos
Select [TUNDERWATER SNAPSHOT].
“Important information about water and
shock resistant features” (p. 66)
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Using Shooting Modes
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Using the digital image
stabilization mode (hmode)
This mode enables the user to reduce blurring
that is caused by a camera shake and subject
movement.
1Set the mode dial to h.
10 M
10 M
h
4
4
IN
N ORM
N ORM
hmode indicator
Shooting movies (nmode)
Audio is recorded with the movie.
1Set the mode dial to n.
00:35
00:35
QVGA
QVGA
15
15
IN
Amode indicator
To zoom while shooting a movie
The optical zoom is not available while
shooting a movie.
Use [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 30).
To shoot a movie with digital image
stabilization
[DIS MOVIE MODE] (p. 30)
2Press the shutter button halfway
down to focus on the subject, and
gently press the button all the way
down to start recording.
Press halfway
Press fully
00:34
00:34
REC
REC
Lights red during shooting
Remaining recording time (p.65)
3Gently press the shutter button all
the way down to stop recording.
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The zoom bar appearance identifies the
status of the fine zoom/digital zoom.
Fine zoom range
Digital zoom range
When using
optical zoom
When using
fine zoom
When using
digital zoom
Optical zoom range
Brightening the subject
against backlight
(SHADOW ADJ*1)
The camera finds a person’s face that has been
darkened by backlight and makes it appear
brighter for taking the picture.
*1 Shadow adjustment technology
1Press the fbutton.
You can operate the camera by tapping the
body when [TAP CONTROL] is [ON].
[TAP CONTROL] (p. 48)
P
OK
OK
OFF ON
OFF
SET
SET
SHADOW ADJ
SHADOW ADJ
In addition to the wide variety of shooting modes,
the camera has functions that broaden the
expressive range and shooting options available
to the photographer.
Using the optical zoom
Pressing the zoom button adjusts the shooting
range.
Pressing the wide (W)
button Pressing the telephoto (T) button
10 M
10 M
P
4
4
IN
N ORM
N ORM
10 M
10 M
P
4
4
IN
N ORM
N ORM
W
W
T
T
W
W
T
T
Zoom bar
Optical zoom: 3.0 ×, Digital zoom: 5.0 ×.
Use of hmode (p. 19) is recommended
when shooting with the telephoto zoom.
To take larger images without reducing
image quality
[FINE ZOOM] (p. 30)
To take larger images
[DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 30)
Using Shooting Functions
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2Use 34 to select [ON], and press
the obutton to set.
3Point the camera toward the
subject. Check the frame appearing
around the face detected by the
camera, and then press the shutter
button to take the picture.
For some subjects, the frame may not
appear or may take some time to appear.
When set to [ON], [ESP/n] (p. 30) is
automatically fixed to [ESP], and [AF
MODE] (p. 31) is automatically fixed to
[FACE DETECT].
Using the flash
The flash functions can be selected to best
match the shooting conditions and render the
desired image.
1Press the #button.
You can operate the camera by tapping the
body when [TAP CONTROL] is [ON].
[TAP CONTROL] (p. 48)
P
OK
OK
AUTO
SET
SET
FLASH AUTO
FLASH AUTO
AUTO
!#$
2Use 34 to select the setting option,
and press the obutton to set.
Item Description
FLASH AUTO The flash fires automatically in
low-light or backlight conditions.
REDEYE This emits pre-flashes to reduce the occurrence of red eye in your
photos.
FILL IN The flash fires regardless of the
available light.
FLASH OFF The flash does not fire.
Adjusting the brightness
(Exposure compensation)
The standard brightness (appropriate exposure)
can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain the
desired shot.
1Press the Fbutton.
0.0
0.0
+0.3
+0.3
+0.7
+0.7
+1.0
+1.0
EXPOSURE COMP.
Exposure compensation value
2Use 1234 to select the desired
brightness image, and press the
obutton.
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Shooting closeups
(Macro shooting)
This function enables the camera to focus and
shoot subjects at close distances.
1Press the &button.
P
OK
OK
SET
SET
OFF
OFF
OFF
%&
OFFOFF
2Use 34 to select the setting option,
and press the obutton to set.
Item Description
OFF Macro mode is deactivated.
MACRO This enables shooting as close as 20 cm/7.9 in.*1 (30 cm/11.8 in.*2) to
the subject.
SUPER
MACRO*3
This enables shooting as close
as 7 cm/2.8 in. to the subject.
Subjects at 50 cm/19.7 in. or
farther cannot be brought into
focus.
S-MACRO
LED*3*4
The LED illuminator lights the area
7 to 20 cm (2.8 to 7.9 in.) from the
lens, while the shutter button is
pressed halfway down.
*1 When the zoom is at the widest (W) position.
*2 When the zoom is at the most telephoto (T) position.
*3 The zoom is automatically fixed.
*4 [ISO] (p. 29) is automatically fixed to [AUTO].
The flash (p. 21) and zoom (p. 20) cannot
be set when [%] or [O] is selected.
Using the self-timer
After the shutter button is pressed all the way
down, the picture is taken after a time delay.
1Press the Ybutton.
OFF
OFF
P
OK
OK
10 M
10 M
N ORM
N ORM
SET
SET
SELFTIMER
SELFTIMER
OFF
ON
Y
Y
Y
2Use 12 to select the setting
option, and press the obutton to
set.
Item Description
OFF This cancels the self-timer.
ON
The self-timer lamp turns on for
approx. 10 seconds, and then
blinks for approx. 2 seconds, and
then the picture is taken.
Self-timer shooting is automatically canceled
after one shot.
To cancel the self-timer after it starts
Press the Ybutton again.
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Printing
2Turn on the printer, and then
connect the printer and camera.
Connector cover
USB cable (supplied)
Multi-connector
OK
PC/CUSTOM PRINT
EASY PRINT START
<button
3Press the <button to start printing.
4To print another image, use 34
to select an image, and press the
<button.
To exit printing
After a selected image is displayed on the
screen, disconnect the USB cable from the
camera and printer.
PRINTEXIT
Direct printing (PictBridge*1)
By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-
compatible printer, you can print images directly
without using a computer.
To find out if your printer supports PictBridge,
refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
*1 PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital
cameras and printers of different makers and
printing out pictures directly.
The printing modes, paper sizes, and other
parameters that can be set with the camera
vary depending on the printer that is used.
For details, refer to the printer’s instruction
manual.
For details on the available paper types,
loading paper, and installing ink cassettes,
refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
Printing images at the
printer’s standard settings
[EASY PRINT]
1Display the image to be printed on
the monitor.
“Viewing images” (p. 16)
Printing can also be started when the
camera is turned off.After performing Step
2, use 12 to select [EASY PRINT], press
the obutton. Use 34 to select an image,
and proceed to Step 3.
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Using OLYMPUS Master 2
Windows
After the computer detects the camera, a
message indicating the completion of the
setting appears. Confirm the message and
click “OK”. The camera is recognized as a
removable disk.
Macintosh
When iPhoto started, exit iPhoto and start
OLYMPUS Master 2.
While the camera is connected to the
computer, shooting functions are disabled.
Connecting the camera to a computer via a
USB hub may cause unstable operation.
When [MTP] is set for the submenu that
appears by pressing 4after selecting [PC]
in Step 3, images cannot be transferred to a
computer using OLYMPUS Master 2.
Starting OLYMPUS Master 2
1Double-click the OLYMPUS Master 2
icon .
Windows
appears on the desktop.
Macintosh
appears in the OLYMPUS Master 2 folder.
Browse window appears after starting the
software.
When you start OLYMPUS Master 2 for the
first time after installation, “Default Settings”
and “Registration” screens appear. Follow
the instructions on the screen.
●
System requirements and
installation of OLYMPUS
Master 2
Install the OLYMPUS Master 2 software by
referring to the included installation guide.
Connecting the camera to a
computer
1Make sure the camera is turned off.
The monitor is off.
2Connect the camera to a computer.
The camera automatically turns on.
EASY PRINT
USB
SET
OK
EXIT
CUSTOM PRINT
PC
Connector cover
USB cable (supplied)
Multi-connector
Locate the position of the USB port by
referring to your computer’s instructions
manual.
3Use 12 to select [PC], and press
the obutton.
The computer automatically detects the camera as
a new device on the first connection.
●
●
●
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Operating OLYMPUS Master 2
When OLYMPUS Master 2 is started, Quick
Start Guide appears on the screen that
helps you to handle the camera without any
question. When the Quick Start Guide is not
displayed, click in the toolbar to show
the Guide.
For details on the operation, refer to the help
guide of the software.
Transferring and saving
images without using
OLYMPUS Master 2
This camera is compatible with the USB Mass
Storage Class. You can transfer and save the
image data on your computer while the camera
and the computer are connected.
System requirements
Windows : Windows 2000 Professional/
XP Home Edition/
XP Professional/Vista
Macintosh : Mac OS X v10.3 or later
On a computer running Windows Vista, if
[MTP] is set for the submenu that appears
by pressing 4after selecting [PC] in
Step 3 of “Connecting the camera to a
computer” (p. 56), Windows Photo Gallery
will become available.
Even if a computer has USB ports, proper
operation is not guaranteed in the following
cases.
Computers with USB ports installed using an
expansion card, etc.
Computers without a factory-installed OS and
home-built computers
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Appendix
Important information about
water and shock resistant
features
Water resistance: The waterproof feature is
warranted*1 to operate at depths up to 3 m
(9.8 feet) for up to one hour. The waterproof
feature may be compromised if the camera is
subject to substantial or excessive impact.
Shock resistance: The anti-shock feature
warrants*2 the operation of the camera against
accidental impact incurred from everyday use
of your digital compact camera. The anti-shock
feature does not unconditionally warrant all
defective operation or cosmetic damage.
Cosmetic damage, such as scratches and dents,
are not covered under the warranty.
As with any electronic device, proper care
and maintenance are required to preserve
the integrity and operation of your camera. To
maintain camera performance, please take your
camera to the nearest Olympus Authorized
Service Center to have it inspected after
any major impact. In the event the camera is
damaged as a result of negligence or misuse,
the warranty will not cover costs associated
with the service or repair of your camera. For
additional information on our warranty, please
visit to the Olympus website for your local area.
Please observe the following care instructions
for your camera.
*1 As determined by Olympus pressure testing
equipment in accordance with IEC Standard
Publication 529 IPX8 - This means that the
camera can be used normally under water
at a specified water pressure.
*2 This anti-shock performance is confirmed by
Olympus’ testing conditions in accordance
with MIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5,
Procedure IV (Transit Drop Test). For more
details of Olympus’ testing conditions,
please refer to the Olympus website for your
local area.
Using a microSD Attachment
Do not use the attachment with Olympus
digital cameras that do not support this
microSD Attachment, as well as with other
brands of digital cameras, computers,
printers, and other devices that support
xD-Picture Card. Doing so not only may
damage the pictures taken, but may also
result in the malfunction of the device.
If the microSD card cannot be removed,
do not use force. Contact authorized
distributors/service centers.
Cards compatible with this camera
microSD card/microSDHC card
For a list of tested microSD cards, please
visit our website (http://www.olympus.com/).
Sending images
You can send images to a computer or
printer by using the USB cable provided with
the camera.
To send data to other devices, remove
the attachment from the camera and use
a commercially available microSD card
adapter.
Handling precautions
Do not touch the contact area of the
attachment or microSD card. Doing so
may cause failure in reading the images.
When fingerprints or stains are found on
the contact area, wipe the area with a soft
dry cloth.
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Before Use:
Check the camera for foreign material
including dirt, dust or sand.
Be sure to close the battery/card compartment
cover and connector cover firmly so that each
lock makes clicking sound.
Do not open the battery/card compartment
cover and connector cover with wet hands,
while under water, or in a damp or dusty
environment (e.g. beach).
Use the camera underwater with the lens
barrier in the down position. To turn the
camera on and off underwater, use the o
button.
After Use:
Do not slide the lens barrier up until the
camera has been rinsed with water.
Be sure to wipe off any excess water or debris
after using the camera under water.
After the camera is used under seawater,
immerse the camera in a bucket containing
fresh water for about 10 minutes (with
the battery/card compartment cover and
connector cover firmly closed). After
that, dry the camera in a shade with good
ventilation.
Water drops may be observed on the inner
surface of the battery/card compartment
cover or connector cover after you open
each cover. If any water drops are found,
be sure to wipe them off before using the
camera.
Notes after use
Foreign materials may be attached to the
periphery of the lens barrier from using the
camera in conditions with foreign materials
such as dirt, dust or sand, or when the lens
barrier is not moving smoothly. If you continue
to use the camera in such conditions, the lens
could become damaged or the lens barrier
could stick causing additional damage to the
camera. To avoid such damage, wash the
camera using the following method.
1 Insert the battery and close the battery/
card compartment cover and connector
cover firmly so that each lock makes the
clicking sound.
2 Fill a bucket with fresh water, immerse
the camera in the bucket with the lens
surface downward and shake the camera
thoroughly.
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3 Rinse the front of the camera with running
water while the lens barrier is open.
Follow Steps 1to 3, then check if the lens
barrier moves smoothly. If the lens barrier does
not move smoothly, rinse the lens barrier by
placing it directly under fast running water.
Storage and Maintenance
Do not leave the camera in an environment at
high temperature (40°C (104°F) or more) or at
low temperature (-10°C (14°F) or less). Failure
to do so may break down water resistance.
Do not use chemicals for cleaning, rust
prevention, anti-fogging, repairing, etc. Failure
to do so may break down water resistance.
Do not leave the camera in water for a long
time. Failure to do so will cause damage to
the camera’s appearance and/or deteriorate
water resistance.
In order to preserve the water resistant
feature, as with any underwater housing,
it is recommended that the waterproof
packing (and seals) are replaced annually.
For the Olympus distributors or service
stations where the waterproof packing can
be replaced, visit Olympus website for your
local area.
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Closing Battery/card compartment cover
and Connector cover
Battery/card compartment cover
Connector cover
The included accessories (e.g. charger) do
not offer shock or water resistance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
An exclamation mark enclosed in a
triangle alerts you to important operating
and maintenance instructions in the
documentation provided with the product.
DANGER If the product is used without observing
the information given under this symbol,
serious injury or death may result.
WARNING If the product is used without observing the
information given under this symbol, injury
or death may result.
CAUTION If the product is used without observing the
information given under this symbol, minor
personal injury, damage to the equipment,
or loss of valuable data may result.
WARNING!
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
NEVER DISASSEMBLE, EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT.
General Precautions
Read All Instructions — Before you use the
product, read all operating instructions. Save all
manuals and documentation for future reference.
Cleaning — Always unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp
cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or
aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to
clean this product.
Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid
damaging the product, use only accessories
recommended by Olympus.
Water and Moisture — For precautions on
products with weatherproof designs, read the
weatherproofing sections.
Location — To avoid damage to the product, mount
the product securely on a stable tripod, stand,
or bracket.
Power Source — Connect this product only to the
power source described on the product label.
Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using
an AC adapter, remove it from the wall outlet
immediately.
Foreign Objects — To avoid personal injury, never
insert a metal object into the product.
Heat — Never use or store this product near any
heat source such as a radiator, heat register,
stove, or any type of equipment or appliance that
generates heat, including stereo amplifiers.
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