User manual OLYMPUS C-460 ZOOM

[. . . ] Attaching the strap (OPTIONAL) · To remove the batteries, make sure that the monitor and the lamps at the side of the viewfinder are off. Attach the strap as illustrated to make the camera easier to handle. TURNING ON THE CAMERA Green lamp Orange lamp Shutter button Zoom lever All you need to do is slide the lens barrier open or closed to turn the camera ON or OFF. a. Turning the camera ON Power on (SHOOTING MODE) Viewfinder · Slide the lens barrier open fully until it clicks. · To turn the camera off, slide the lens barrier until you feel the first click. Wait until the lens is fully retracted, then close the lens barrier all the way. Power off Monitor OK/Menu button Playback button (QUICK VIEW ) ) Arrow pad ( Macro button Shooting mode button Flash mode button b. [. . . ] This affects the way image file names are created, and will conveniently include this information with each picture. · With the front lens barrier closed, press once. The monitor will turn on with "NO PICTURE" displayed in the monitor. The date and time can also be set when the camera is in the shooting mode. · Adjust the date and time in the appropriate fields by using to select the field, and to set the proper value. Repeat this step until all date/time fields have been set. Note: Time is entered using the 24-hour format. Tripod socket Camera Settings in Shooting Mode as shown in Monitor Shooting mode Battery check Green lamp Flash stand-by Macro mode Flash mode Exposure compensation Metering White balance AF target mark c. Camera Diagram and Controls DC-IN jack Strap eyelet · Press twice to set the date and time and exit the menu. Sequential shooting Self-timer Sound record Record mode Resolution Memory gauge Number of storable still pictures Now take a moment to familiarize yourself with the key areas of camera controls by reviewing the illustrations. Self-timer control lamp Flash Connector cover Microphone Camera Settings in Playback Mode as shown in Monitor Print reservation Number of prints Sound record Battery check Protect Record mode Resolution Exposure compensation White balance DC-IN jack cover Date and time Card cover Battery compartment cover Lens barrier Lens A/V OUT (MONO) jack USB connector File number (still picture) Note: Depending on the camera settings, not all indicators will be displayed. Printed in Japan qsge_pquick. fm 2 TAKING PICTURES a. Taking a Picture with the Monitor There are two ways to compose your subject: using the monitor or with the viewfinder. Depending upon the shooting situation, there is advantages to each method. Taking a Picture with the Viewfinder · Open the lens barrier fully. · Frame your subjects using the AF target mark in the viewfinder. · Press the shutter button halfway. Orange lamp Green lamp d. OR · If the camera is in the shooting mode with the lens barrier fully open, press (QUICK VIEW). When you are finished reviewing your pictures: · Press to turn the monitor off. OR · To return to the shooting mode, press the shutter button halfway. CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER TIP Olympus recommends using the optional AC adapter to ensure a consistent power supply when downloading images. Olympus makes it simple to connect the Digital camera to your computer. · Plug the supplied USB cable into the USB connector on your camera and computer as illustrated on the right. · The monitor turns on and the selection screen for the USB connection is displayed. The camera starts communicating with the PC. Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting it to your computer. Windows 98 users must install the "USB Driver for Windows 98" software before connecting the Digital camera to the computer. Refer to the Software Installation Guide for complete information. INSTALLING THE CAMERA SOFTWARE You've now mastered the basic functionality of your new Olympus Digital Camera!You are now ready to begin exploring the possibilities that digital photography brings to your computer. Activities such as photo editing, printing, and much more are only steps away! Additional Camera Features This Digital camera offers a host of advanced features to expand your creativity. · 7 Scene Program Shooting Modes: By using the on-line mode dial (virtual dial), you can easily select the camera settings that most closely match your shooting situation. [. . . ] · Sequential Shooting: Take a rapid succession of still pictures. · Still Picture Editing: Edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. · Two-in-one Pictures: Combine two separate images taken in succession and store them as a single picture. · Close-up Playback: Enlarge the pictures in the monitor to check details of the selected image. [. . . ]