User manual OLYMPUS TRIP 500

[. . . ] Setting the Date and Time · · · · · · · TIP :To maximize battery life, the built-in power-saver operates, and the camera enters sleep mode after approximately three (3) minutes of non-use. (OPTIONAL) Tripod socket Set the date and time before using the camera for the first time. This affects the way image file names are created, and will conveniently include this information with each picture. Set the mode dial to P and press the power switch to turn the camera on. Adjust the date and time in the appropriate fields by using d to select the field, and ac to set the proper value. [. . . ] Camera Diagram and Controls Strap eyelet Zoom lever · Press e twice to set the date and time and exit the menu. HQ 2288 1712 AF target mark 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. Shutter button Flash Connector cover DC-IN jack Print reservation Number of prints Battery check Switch frame Aperture value Shutter speed Camera Settings in Playback Mode as shown in Monitor Sound record Protect HQ 2288 1712 ISO100 '04. 06. 17 15:30 Record mode Resolution Exposure compensation White balance ISO Date and time File number, Frame number Playing time/total recording time USB connector Note: Depending on the camera settings, not all indicators will be displayed. Self-timer lamp A/V OUT jack Lens Microphone Printed in Japan TAKING PICTURES a. Taking a Picture There are two ways to compose your subject: using the viewfinder or with the monitor. Depending upon the shooting situation, there are advantages to each method. Please refer to the printed Basic Manual for more information. The Digital camera confirms the focus and exposure are properly set when the green lamp lights steadily. The # indicator informs you that the flash is recommended and/ or recharging (when blinking); or ready to fire (when steady). · Press the shutter button completely to take the picture. A short beep confirms your picture has been taken. Icon No indication !# Flash Mode Auto-flash Description The camera automatically decides if the flash is needed. Red-eye Reduces incidence of red-eye by emitting pre-flashes. Reduction Flash Fill-in Flash The flash always fires with every picture. · Set the mode dial to h and press the power switch. · To shoot using the viewfinder, press f to turn the viewfinder on. · Compose your subject in the monitor or on the viewfinder. b. Zooming This Digital camera features a zoom lens, allowing you to get closer to action, or capture wide-angle shots and get everything into the picture. Push to Zoom out Pull to Zoom in #SLOW1, Slow Adjusts the flash for special situations requiring slow #SLOW2, Synchronization shutter speeds. 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. Olympus makes it simple to connect the Digital camera to your computer. · Turn the camera off. · Plug the supplied USB cable into the USB connector on your camera and computer as illustrated on the right. The camera starts communicating with the PC. 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. · Advanced photographic control: Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and full Manual modes are available to give you complete control of your photography. · 4 Scene Program Shooting Modes: This camera has 4 shooting modes to choose from depending on the shooting conditions and the effect you want to achieve. · Macro Mode and Super Macro Mode: For taking extremely tight close-up pictures. · Sequential Shooting: Take a rapid succession of still pictures. · Still Picture Editing: Edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. [. . . ] · Still Picture Editing: Edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. · Movie Recording: Yes, this Digital camera records movies with sound!· 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. [. . . ]