User manual OLYMPUS SUPERZOOM 70 G

[. . . ] Versatile, easy-to-use functions include spot metering, auto-zoom, night scene, infinity and continuous shooting modes, as well as various flash modes. Symbols used in this manual: Incorrect Indicator on Next operation Indicator blinking Manual operation Attention Operation order Depress halfway Automatic operation 2 PREPARATIONS Names and functions of parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewfinder display/LCD pane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diopter adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the strap/soft case. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 6 7 7 Outline of operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] (When the flash function is combined with Continuous Shooting, the shutter can be released at intervals ranging from approx. 0. 5 - 4 seconds. ) · When shooting in sunlight with film of speed ISO 100 or faster. When the film is not loaded: In the Continuous Shooting mode, the motor operates even if film is not loaded. But to conserve battery power, the flash does not fire even in Auto or Auto-S modes. Note: C starts blinking when there are less than 4 remaining exposures of film when DX-coded film is loaded. 32 (See Q & A on page 90 when using non-DX-coded film. ) To Shoot a Landscape Through a Window and Distant Subjects INFINITY In this mode, the camera automatically sets the working distance at infinity. Engage the Infinity mode to set focus evenly throughout the frame. Notes: The flash does not fire even in the Auto or Auto-S mode. When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the exposure will be locked. 33 SELFTIMER To Put Yourself in the Picture Press the /REMOTE button. displayed on the LCD panel. is Aim at your subject, and press the shutter release button. 10 sec. : Selftimer indicator lights 2 sec. : Blinks The shutter will be released 12 seconds after pressing the shutter release. Notes: The focus and exposure will be locked when the shutter release button is depressed halfway. The Selftimer is disengaged when the shutter is released. To cancel the Selftimer after it has been activated press the /REMOTE button again. When the Selftimer and Continuous modes are combined, the shutter releases twice at an interval of 2 sec. 34 REMOTE CONTROL (optional) The optional RC-100 Remote Cortrol is required In the operation below. Press the /REMOTE button. displayed on the LCD panel. is After shooting, press the /REMOTE button again to cancel the Remote Control mode. Remote control operation is canceled automatically when not in use for more than about 20 minutes. Aim the remote control at the camera, and press the button. The shutter will be released after 3 seconds. Notes: Use the remote control within the range shown at left. If the gaskets are damaged or need replacement, contact your nearest Olympus service center. 40 CARE AND STORAGE CAUTIONS DO NOT EXPOSE THE CAMERA TO EXTREME HEAT (OVER 40°C/104°F) OR TO EXTREME COLD (BELOW -10°C/14°F). AVOID SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES AND HUMIDITY. DO NOT EXPOSE THE CAMERA TO STRONG MAGNETIC FIELDS. DO NOT APPLY EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE CAMERA OR ITS CONTROLS. DO NOT TOUCH THE CONTACT POINTS INSIDE THE CAMERA. DO NOT USE ORGANIC SOLVENTS, THINNERS, OR BENZINE TO CLEAN THE CAMERA. AVOID STRONG IMPACT CAUSED BY BUMPING OR DROPPING THE CAMERA. DO NOT EXPOSE THE CAMERA TO EXCESSIVE DUST AND SAND. DO NOT EXPOSE THE CAMERA TO THE COLD WHEN IT'S WET, OR THE LENS PROTECTOR, ETC. MAY FREEZE, MAKING THE CAMERA INOPERABLE. 41 THE LENS BARREL IS FINISHED WITH A SPECIAL COATING TO SMOOTH THE ZOOMING MOVEMENT. NEVER WIPE IT WITH SOLVENTS LIKE THINNERS OR BENZINE. [. . . ] Film format: 35mm standard DX-coded film (24 X 36 mm) Lens: Olympus lens 35~120mm F4. 5-8. 7, 10 elements in 8 groups. Viewfinder: Real image type zoom viewfinder (with autofocus mark, close-up correction marks, autofocus indicator and flash indicator). Focusing: Active-type multi-beam autofocus system. Focusing range: 0. 6 m (2 ft) ~ (infinity). [. . . ]