User manual OLYMPUS C-460 ZOOM

[. . . ] · Insert the batteries into the compartment. · Close the battery compartment cover so that it pushes the battery in and slide the cover while pressing the mark. Note: If the battery compartment cover is hard to close, do not force it. Press on the cover firmly to close the cover, and then slide it into position. Confirm you have installed the battery and xD-Picture Card properly by pressing . The "NO PICTURE" message should be displayed in the monitor. [. . . ] · 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. Please refer to the printed Basic Manual for more information. b. 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. Flash Modes This Digital camera features multiple flash modes. Please note that not all flash modes are available depending on the shooting mode selected. Icon No indication Flash Mode Auto-flash Description The camera automatically decides if the flash is needed. · Open the lens barrier fully. · Press , then press to select MODE MENU. · Use to select the CARD tab, then press twice to access the CARD SETUP screen. · ALL ERASE should be highlighted. · As a safeguard, the Digital camera will ask you to select YES or NO to confirm erasing, as this process permanently deletes all unprotected pictures. Viewing Pictures With a Digital camera, you can easily view the photos you want--and delete the ones you don't. There are two ways to access the Playback mode: · If the camera is OFF and the lens barrier closed, press once. OR · If the camera is in the shooting mode with the lens barrier fully open, press (QUICK VIEW). The last picture taken appears in the monitor. Use to scroll though all the images saved on your xD-Picture Card. 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. [. . . ] · Macro Mode: For close-ups as tight as 0. 7 ft. · Movie Recording: Yes, this Digital camera records movies!· 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. [. . . ]