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DIGITAL CAMERA
FE-330/X-845/C-550
Instruction
Manual
( 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.
Quick Start Guide
Get started using your
camera right away.
Button operations
Menu operations
Printing pictures
Using OLYMPUS Master
Getting to know your
camera better
Appendix
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Page 1: Using Olympus Master
Instruction Manual ( 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. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Quick Start Guide Button operations Menu operations Printing pictures Using OLYMPUS Master Getting to know your camera better Appendix P. 3 Test out the functions of the camera buttons by following along with the P. 11 illustrations. Learn about the menus that control the functions and settings for basic P. -
Page 3: Quick Start Guide
Items not shown: Instruction Manual (this manual) and the Warranty Card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Attach the strap ( Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose. Strap USB Cable AV Cable Lithium Ion Battery (LI-42B) OLYMPUS Master 2 CD-ROM... -
Page 4: Prepare The Camera
Prepare the camera a. Charge the battery. AC Wall Outlet ( Battery comes partially charged. b. Insert the battery and the xD-Picture Card (optional) into the camera. Power Cable Charging Indicator Red light on: Charging Light off: Charging complete (Charging time: Approx. 5 hours) Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charger... - Page 5 Battery lock knob (To remove the battery, press the battery lock knob Contact area Notch ( With this camera, you can take pictures without inserting the optional xD- Picture Card™ (hereinafter referred to as “the card”). If you take pictures without inserting the card, the pictures will be stored in the internal memory.
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Page 6: Turn The Camera On
Turn the camera on This explains how to turn on the camera in shooting mode. a. Set the mode dial to h. Still picture shooting modes The camera automatically determines the optimum settings for shooting pictures. The camera automatically sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed. This function reduces blur incurred by a moving subject or camera shake when taking pictures. -
Page 7: Set The Date And Time
Set the date and time The date and time screen TIME ---- -- -- -- -- Y M D CANCEL MENU Cancels the setting a. Press the OF/< and NY buttons to select [Y]. • The first two digits of the year are fixed. b. - Page 8 Set the date and time d. Press the Y# button. e. Press the OF/< and NY buttons to select [D]. f. Press the Y# button. g. Press the OF/< and NY buttons to select the hours and minutes. • The time is displayed in the 24-hour format. h.
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Page 9: Take A Picture
Take a picture a. Hold the camera. Horizontal grip b. Focus. Shutter Button (Press Halfway) • The AF target mark lights up green when the focus and exposure are locked. The shutter speed and aperture value are also displayed. • If the AF target mark blinks in red, the focus is not adjusted properly. -
Page 10: Review Your Pictures
Review your pictures a. Press the q button. Displays the previous image Erase pictures a. Press the X& and Y# buttons to display the picture you want to erase. b. Press the /S button. c. Press the OF/< button, select [YES], and press . q button Arrow pad Displays the next image... -
Page 11: Button Operations
Button operations o button Power on: Camera turns on in shooting mode. • Lens extends • Monitor turns on Shutter button Shooting still pictures Set the mode dial to a setting other than n, and lightly press the shutter button (halfway). The AF target mark lights up green when the focus and exposure are locked (focus lock). -
Page 12: Q Button (Playback)
K button (Shooting) Shooting mode is selected. This function is used to set the camera to turn on in shooting mode when K is pressed with the camera off. g “K/q Turning on the camera with the K or q button” (P. 28) q button (Playback) The last picture taken is displayed. -
Page 13: H Shooting Pictures Using Digital Image Stabilization
Mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode. Shooting pictures with automatic settings The camera determines the optimum settings for shooting pictures. [CAMERA MENU] settings such as ISO sensitivity cannot be changed. Set the optimum aperture value and shutter speed The camera automatically sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed for the brightness of the subject. -
Page 14: N Recording Movies
n Recording movies Audio is recorded with the movie. • During audio recording, only the digital zoom can be used. To record the movie with the optical zoom, set [R] (movie) to [OFF]. g “R (movie) Recording movies with or without sound” (P. 22) g/E button g Changing the information displays Press g to change the display in the following order. -
Page 15: Arrow Pad (Onxy)
Arrow pad (ONXY) Use the arrow pad to select scenes, items on the menus, and to play back pictures. button (OK/FUNC) Displays the Function Menu which contains the functions and settings used during shooting. This button is also used to confirm your selection. The functions you can set with the Function Menu g “WB Adjusting the color of a picture”... -
Page 16: Erasing Pictures
NY button Press NY in shooting mode to select ON or OFF for the self-timer. Press to set. • After setting the self-timer, press the shutter button completely. Then, the self-timer lamp lights for approximately 10 seconds, blinks for approximately 2 seconds, and the shutter is released. -
Page 17: Zoom Lever
Zoom lever Shooting mode: Zooming in on your subject Optical zoom: 5× Digital zoom: 4× (optical zoom × digital zoom: Max. 20×) Zoom out: Turn the zoom lever to the W- side. The zoom bar appears white when the current zoom position is within the optical zoom area. -
Page 18: Menu Operations
Menu operations m button About the menus Press m to display the top menu on the monitor. • The contents displayed on the top menu differ according to the mode. Top menu (Still picture shooting mode) IMAGE IMAGE QUALITY QUALITY CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA... -
Page 19: Using The Menus
Using the menus This explains how to use the menus with the [POWER SAVE] setting as an example. Set the mode dial to a setting other than R. Press m to display the top menu. Press Y to select [SETUP], and press . •... -
Page 20: Image Quality
FACE DETECT MODE MODE MODE MODE * An Olympus xD-Picture Card is required. Application • Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11 × 17 in.). • Suitable for printing pictures at A4 (8.5 × 11 in.). • Suitable for printing pictures up to A4 (8 × 11 in.). -
Page 21: Camera Menu
RESET Restore shooting functions back to default settings. /YES Functions restored to the factory default settings Function M NIGHT+PORTRAIT Normal display & AUTO IMAGE SIZE G / E (Still picture/ Movie) COMPRESSION AUTO AUTO R (still picture) R (movie) FACE DETECT f (Scene) Shooting pictures by selecting a scene according to the situation The scene selection screen displays sample images and the shooting mode to best suit the... -
Page 22: Auto
PANORAMA ... Creating a panoramic picture Panorama shooting lets you create a panoramic picture, using the OLYMPUS Master software on the provided CD-ROM. An Olympus xD-Picture Card is required for panorama shooting. Connects pictures from left to right Y: The next picture is X: The next picture is Use the arrow pad to specify at which edge you want to connect the pictures;... -
Page 23: Silent Mode
FACE DETECT ... Focusing on a face OFF /ON The camera searches for a face within the frame and focuses on it. • A face may not be detected depending on the subject. SILENT MODE This function allows you to mute operational sounds during OFF /ON shooting and playback (e.g. -
Page 24: Add Favorite
MY FAVORITE Registers and plays back your favorite still pictures as new ones in the internal memory. Up to 9 pictures can be registered. • Registered pictures will not be erased even if the internal memory is formatted. g “Erasing pictures registered in MY FAVORITE” (P. 24) Note •... -
Page 25: Playback Menu
... Cropping a picture Crop a picture, and save the cropped picture as a new picture. • Use XY to select a picture to be cropped and press . • Use the arrow pad and zoom lever to adjust the position and size of the area-selection box, and press ... -
Page 26: Sel. Image
... Adding sound to still pictures BACK MENU ERASE Protected pictures cannot be erased. Cancel protection before erasing protected pictures. Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Check each picture before erasing to avoid accidentally erasing pictures you want to keep. •... -
Page 27: Setup Menus
• Make sure there is no card inserted in the camera when formatting the internal memory. • Be sure that the card is inserted in the camera when formatting the card. • Before using non-Olympus cards or cards which have been formatted on a computer, you must format them with this camera. -
Page 28: Pixel Mapping
PIXEL MAPPING ... Adjusting the image processing function The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is not necessary to operate this function frequently. Approximately once a year is recommended. Wait at least one minute after taking or viewing pictures to allow the pixel mapping function to perform properly. -
Page 29: Video Out
... Setting the date and time The date and time is saved with each image and is used in the file name. If the date and time are not set, the [X] screen is displayed each time the camera is turned on. Y-M-D Hour Minute... -
Page 30: Printing Pictures
Printing pictures Direct printing (PictBridge) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print out pictures directly. EASY PRINT... Prints the picture displayed in the monitor by using CUSTOM PRINT... Prints with the various print settings available on •... -
Page 31: Selecting The Picture To Print
Other print modes and print settings (CUSTOM PRINT) Follow Steps 1 and 2 on P. 30 to display the screen for Step 3 above, and then press . Select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press . Follow the operation guide to adjust print settings. Selecting a print mode PRINT PRINT MODE SELECT... -
Page 32: Disconnect The Usb Cable
Setting the number of prints and data to be printed PRINT INFO < x DATE WITHOUT FILE NAME WITHOUT EXIT MENU Select [PRINT], and press . • Printing starts. • When [OPTION SET] is selected in [ALL PRINT] mode, [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed. •... -
Page 33: Resetting Print Reservation Data
Making a print reservation Press m in the playback mode and select [PRINT ORDER]. Select [<] or [U], and press . < Makes a print reservation for the selected picture. Makes print reservations for all the pictures stored on the card. - Page 34 To reset the print reservation data for a selected picture Select [<], and press . Select [KEEP], and press . Press XY to select the picture with the print reservations you want to cancel, and press N to decrease the number of prints to 0. •...
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Page 35: Using Olympus Master
Before installing the OLYMPUS Master software, please confirm that your computer is compatible with the following system requirements. For newer operating systems, please refer to the Olympus web site as shown on the back cover of this manual. Operating environment... -
Page 36: Usb Cable
• Disconnect the cable connecting the camera to the computer • Turn off the camera • Open the camera’s battery/card compartment cover For how to install the OLYMPUS Master software, refer to the installation guide included in the CD-ROM. Connecting the camera to a computer Make sure the camera is turned off. -
Page 37: Downloading And Saving Images
• Connecting the camera to a computer via a USB hub may cause unstable operation. In this case, do not use a hub, but connect the camera directly to the computer. • Images cannot be transferred to your computer with OLYMPUS Master if [PC] is selected in Step 3, Y is pressed and [MTP] is selected. -
Page 38: Disconnecting The Usb Cable
This camera is compatible with USB mass storage. You can connect the camera to your computer using the USB cable provided with the camera to download and save images without using OLYMPUS Master. The following environment is required to use the USB cable to connect the camera to your computer. -
Page 39: Getting To Know Your Camera Better
Getting to know your camera better Shooting tips and information Tips before you start taking pictures The camera does not turn on even when a battery is loaded The battery is not charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold •... -
Page 40: Subjects That Are Difficult To Focus On
Shooting tips Focusing on the subject There are several ways to focus, depending on the subject. When the subject is not in the center of the frame • Place the subject in the center of the frame, lock the focus on the subject, and then recompose your picture. -
Page 41: Taking Pictures Of A Subject Against Backlight
The picture is too grainy There are several factors that can cause the picture to appear grainy. Using the digital zoom to take close-up pictures • With the digital zoom, part of the image is cropped and enlarged. The greater the magnification, the grainier the picture appears. -
Page 42: Additional Shooting Tips And Information
Additional shooting tips and information Increasing the number of pictures that can be taken There are two ways to record the pictures you take with this camera. Recording pictures to the internal memory • Pictures are recorded to the internal memory, and when the number of storable still pictures reaches 0, you connect the camera to a computer to download the pictures;... -
Page 43: To Return The Settings Of Functions To Default Settings
Using a new card • If you use a non-Olympus card or a card used for another application, such as a computer, use the [FORMAT] function to format the card. g “MEMORY FORMAT (FORMAT) Formatting the internal memory or card” (P. 27) The card access lamp is blinking •... -
Page 44: Viewing The Entire Picture On A Computer Screen
There are several ways you can view the entire picture on the computer screen. View the picture using image browsing software • Install the OLYMPUS Master 2 software from the provided CD-ROM. Change the monitor setting • The icons on the computer desktop may be rearranged. For details of changing the settings on your computer, refer to the computer’s instruction manual. - Page 45 Monitor indication Possible cause The card has no available memory and cannot store CARD FULL any new data. There are no pictures in the internal memory or on the NO PICTURE card. There is a problem with the selected picture and it cannot be played back on PICTURE ERROR this camera.
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Page 46: Functions Available In Shooting Modes And Scenes
Functions available in shooting modes and scenes Some functions cannot be set in certain shooting modes. For more details, refer to the table below. Functions available in shooting modes Shooting mode Function & Zoom IMAGE QUALITY – – R (still picture) –... -
Page 47: Appendix
LI-40C charger before use. ( The provided rechargeable battery usually takes approximately 5 hours to charge. ( This camera uses a charger specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of charger. Using your charger abroad ( The charger can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of 100 V to 240 V AC (50/60Hz) around the world. - Page 48 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world A Type B Type (American Type) (British Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depending on the area, different types of plugs and supply voltages are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
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Page 49: The Card
Useful use of the accessories The card Pictures can be recorded on the optional card. The internal memory and card are the camera’s media for recording pictures, similar to film in a film camera. Pictures recorded to the internal memory or card can be easily erased on the camera or processed using a computer. -
Page 50: General Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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. DANGER WARNING CAUTION WARNING! TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER DISASSEMBLE, EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT. -
Page 51: Handling The Camera
Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns. DANGER • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified charger. Do not use any other chargers. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. -
Page 52: Caution For Usage Environment
• Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc. • To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all instructions regarding the use of batteries. -
Page 53: Legal And Other Notices
Battery Handling Precautions • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using it. • If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use. -
Page 54: Copyright Notice
Olympus. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained in these written materials or software, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein. -
Page 55: For Customers In North And South America
Repair, replacement, or adjustment of defective Products shall be Olympus’s sole obligation and the customer’s sole remedy hereunder. The customer is liable and shall pay for shipment of the Products to the Olympus Service Center. Olympus shall not be obligated to perform preventive maintenance, installation, deinstallation, or maintenance. -
Page 56: What Is Not Covered By This Limited Warranty
Olympus, which are inconsistent or in conflict with or in addition to the terms of this limited warranty, shall not be binding upon Olympus unless reduced to writing and approved by an expressly authorized officer of Olympus. -
Page 57: International Warranty Service
Package the Product carefully using ample padding material to prevent damage in transit and either deliver it to the Authorized Olympus Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it postage prepaid and insured to any of our Olympus Service Centers. -
Page 58: Specifications
: 8,000,000 pixels : 1/2.35" CCD (primary color filter), 8,500,000 pixels (gross) : Olympus lens 6.3 to 31.5 mm, f3.5 to 5.6 (equivalent to 36 to 180 mm on a 35 mm camera) : Center-weighted metering : 4 to 1/2000 sec. - Page 59 (Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Standard voltage : DC 3.7 V Standard capacity : 740 mAh Battery life : Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage) Operating environment Temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (charging)/ Dimensions : 31.5 ×...
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Page 60: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts Camera Multi connector gP. 29, 30, 36 Strap eyelet gP. 3 Connector cover gP. 29, 30, 36 Card access lamp gP. 38, 43, 49 K button (Shooting) gP. 12 Monitor gP. 28 Tripod socket Speaker Zoom lever gP. -
Page 61: Shooting Mode
Monitor Symbols & Icons (Shooting Mode +2.0 1/1000 +2.0 1/1000 F3.5 F3.5 Still pictures Item 1 Shooting mode A, c !, #, $ 2 Flash mode 3 Silent mode & 4 Macro mode Super macro mode Z = full power, [ = charge the battery 5 Battery check # (Lit) 6 Flash standby... -
Page 62: Playback Mode
(Playback Mode 2008.08.26 12:30 2008.08.26 12:30 Still pictures Item 1 Silent mode 2 Print reservation/Number of prints 3 Sound record 4 Protect 5 Battery check 6 Shutter speed/Aperture value 7 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0 8 White balance 9 Image size 10 File number 11 Number of frames Playing time/Total... - Page 63 MULTI PRINT... 31 MY FAVORITE ... 24 NIGHT+PORTRAIT M ... 13 NTSC ... 29 Number of storable still pictures ... 42 OLYMPUS Master... 35 Operation guide... 18 Optical zoom ... 14, 17 PAL ... 29 PANORAMA... 22 PC ... 36 PERFECT FIX ...
- Page 64 Print settings <... 32 Printing pictures ... 30 P (Program auto)... 6 Protect 0... 25 Recording movies with or without sound R ... 22 Recording R ... 26 Recording sound with still pictures R ... 22 REDEYE FIX ... 23 Red-eye reduction flash ! ...
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