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DIGITAL CAMERA

SP-600UZ

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.
● The application software and instruction manual PDF fi le are stored on
the internal memory of the camera.
● 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.

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    DIGITAL CAMERA SP-600UZ 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

    Step Checking the contents of the box Lens cap and lens cap strap USB cable Digital camera Camera strap Four AA batteries AV cable Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location. Step Step Preparing the Camera Shooting and Playing Back Images “Preparing the Camera”...

  • Page 3: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Operation guide The symbols FGHI displayed for image selections and settings indicate that the wheel controller is to be used by pressing, not turning, the wheel controller sections shown below.
  • Page 4 Using the Menu Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. Press the m button to display the function menu. The function menu can be used to set frequently used shooting and playback functions such as shooting mode. Selected option Shooting Playback...

  • Page 5: Menu Index

    Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions PROGRAM AUTO PROGRAM AUTO IMAGE SIZE IMAGE SIZE COMPRESSION NORMAL SHADOW ADJUST AUTO IMAGE STABILIZER IMAGE SIZE AF MODE FACE/iESP AF ILLUMINAT. IMAGE QUALITY NORMAL ESP/ ICON GUIDE IS MOVIE MODE FINE ZOOM AUTO AUTO DIGITAL ZOOM FULLTIME AF...

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera unit Self-timer lamp/ Battery/card compartment lock ..p. 10 AF illuminator ......p. 26, 32 Battery/card compartment cover ... p. 10 Flash ..........p. 25 Card slot ........p. 13 Microphone ......p. 31, 38 Flash knob (Flash fl ip-up) ..... p. 25 Lens ..........
  • Page 7 m button ......p. 3, 4 Strap eyelet ........p. 10 Monitor ......p. 8, 14, 42, 51 Connector cover ....p. 11, 44, 46 Indicator lamp HDMI micro connector ....p. 44 Movie record button ..... p. 15 Multi-connector ....p. 11, 44, 46 q button (switching between Speaker shooting and playback) ..
  • Page 8 Monitor Shooting mode display AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 00:34 00:34 13 12 11 1/100 1/100 F3.5 F3.5 Still image Battery check ......p. 10, 52 Shadow Adjustment Technology Shooting mode ....... p. 14, 20 ............ p. 30 Flash ..........p. 25 Compression (still images) ..
  • Page 9 Playback mode display ● Standard display 10 10 4/30 4/30 00:12/00:34 00:12/00:34 ’10/02/26 12:30 ’10/02/26 12:30 Still image Movie ● Advanced display 10 10 4/30 4/30 1/1000 F3.5 AUTO AUTO 1/1000 F3.5 AUTO AUTO 100 0004 FILE 100 0004 FILE ’10/02/26 12:30 ’10/02/26 12:30 Battery check ......

  • Page 10: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the Camera Attaching the camera strap Inserting the battery and lens cap Battery/card compartment lock ● Slide the battery/card compartment lock from ) to = and ensure that the battery/card compartment cover is securely locked (7). Failure to do so may cause the battery/card compartment cover to open during shooting and the batteries to fall out, resulting in loss of image data.

  • Page 11: Camera Setup

    Camera setup Select and execute “OLYMPUS Camera Initialization”, which is Connect the camera to the computer and setup displayed on the computer screen the camera. when the camera is recognized by System requirements the computer. Windows XP (SP2 or later) /...
  • Page 12 Setting the date, time and As in Steps 2 and 3, use FGHI time zone and the A button to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [TIME] (hours The date and time set here are saved to image and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date fi...

  • Page 13: Changing The Display Language

    Changing the display language The language for the menu and error messages displayed on the monitor is adjustable. Write-protect switch Display the [SETUP] menu. “Using the Menu” (p. 4) Use FG to select the r (Settings 1) tab and then press I. INTERNAL/SD INTERNAL/SD AUTO...

  • Page 14: Shooting, Playback, And Erasing

    Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with the optimum Hold the camera and compose the aperture value and shutter shot. speed (P mode) In this mode, automatic shooting settings are Monitor activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc.

  • Page 15: Using The Zoom

    To take the picture, gently press Press the movie record button the shutter button all the way down again to stop recording. while being careful not to shake the camera. Using the zoom Turning the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range.

  • Page 16: Viewing Images

    Changing the shooting Viewing images information display Press the q button. The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, for Number of frames/ example, the need for a clear view of the screen Total number of images or for making a precise composition by using the grid display.
  • Page 17 To play back movies Operations while playback is paused Select a movie, and press the A button. 4/30 4/30 00:14/00:34 00:14/00:34 During pause MOVIE PLAY MOVIE PLAY ’10/02/26 12:30 ’10/02/26 12:30 Movie Use F to display the fi rst Cueing frame and press G to display the last frame.

  • Page 18: Information Display

    Index view, close-up view, and To select an image in index view event index Use FGHI to select an image, and press the A button to display the selected image Index view enables quick selection of a desired in single-image view. image.
  • Page 19 Playing back panorama Using the menu guide images If the E button is pressed while settings are being adjusted in the playback function or Panorama images that were combined together [SETUP] menus, a description of the selected using [AUTO] or [MANUAL] can be scrolled for option is displayed.

  • Page 20: Using Shooting Modes

    Using Shooting Modes Using the best mode for the To change the shooting mode shooting scene (s mode) The shooting mode (P, M, s, P, A, Q) can be changed with using the function menu. Set the shooting mode to s. “Using the Menu”...

  • Page 21: Shooting With Special Effects

    Shooting with special effects In s modes, the optimum shooting (P mode) settings are pre-programmed for specifi c shooting scenes. For this reason, settings To add expression to your photo, select the may not be changed in some modes. desired special effect. Option Application B PORTRAIT/F LANDSCAPE/...
  • Page 22 Creating panoramic images Taking pictures with [AUTO] (A mode) 1 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame. 2 Move the camera slightly in the direction Set the shooting mode to A. of the second frame. PANORAMA PANORAMA AUTO AUTO AUTO...
  • Page 23 Taking pictures with [MANUAL] Taking pictures with [PC] 1 Use HI to specify at which edge the 1 Use FGHI to select the direction that next picture is to be connected. the frames are combined. 2 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame, and then compose the second MANUAL MANUAL...
  • Page 24 Smoothing out skin tone and texture (Q mode) The camera identifi es a person’s face and gives the skin a smooth, translucent look for taking the picture. Set the shooting mode to Q. BEAUTY BEAUTY AUTO AUTO Point the camera toward the subject.

  • Page 25: Using Shooting Functions

    Using Shooting Functions “Using the Menu” (p. 4) Option Description Using the fl ash The fl ash fi res automatically in FLASH AUTO low-light or backlight conditions. The fl ash functions can be selected to best Pre-fl ashes are emitted to reduce match the shooting conditions.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Brightness

    Using the self-timer Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation) After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay. The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode Select the self-timer option in the (except for M) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a desired shot.

  • Page 27: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity

    Adjusting to a natural color Selecting the ISO sensitivity scheme (White balance) Abbreviation for the International For more natural coloring, choose a white Organization for Standardization. ISO balance option suited to the scene. standards specify the sensitivity for digital cameras and fi lm, thus codes such as “ISO 100”...
  • Page 28 Sequential shooting (Drive) Pictures are taken sequentially while the shutter button is held down. Select the drive option in the shooting function menu. AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO SEQUENTIAL SEQUENTIAL Option Description One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. Take sequential shots using the focus, brightness (exposure) and white balance set in the fi...

  • Page 29: Menus For Shooting Functions

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting the image quality for still images [IMAGE SIZE/COMPRESSION] I (Shooting menu 1) IMAGE SIZE/COMPRESSION Available shooting modes:P M s P A Q Submenu 1 Submenu 2...
  • Page 30 Brightening the subject against To focus on a moving subject backlight [SHADOW ADJUST] continuously (AF Tracking) I (Shooting menu 1) 1 Hold the camera to align the AF target SHADOW ADJUST mark on the subject and press the Available shooting modes:P M s P A button.
  • Page 31 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Shooting at higher magnifi cations than Recording sound when shooting still optical zoom without reducing the images [R] image quality [FINE ZOOM] J (Shooting menu 2) I (Shooting menu 1) Available shooting modes:P M s P FINE ZOOM Available shooting modes:P M s P...
  • Page 32 Reducing the blur caused by the Using the AF illuminator to focus on a camera shake when shooting shadowy subject [AF ILLUMINAT.] [IMAGE STABILIZER] (still images)/ J (Shooting menu 2) AF ILLUMINAT. [IS MOVIE MODE] (movies) Available shooting modes:P M s P J (Shooting menu 2) IMAGE STABILIZER (still images)/ Submenu 2...

  • Page 33: Menus For Playback, Editing, And Printing Functions

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions The menu descriptions shall begin with the playback function menu. The default settings of the function are highlighted in Data must have been created with the PC software (ib) before using some function. Refer to the PC software (ib) help guide for details on how to use the PC software (ib).
  • Page 34 Viewing images by event [EVENT q] Playing back images by Collection created with the PC software (ib) EVENT q [COLLECTION q] In [EVENT q], images in an event are COLLECTION q played back. (Images with the same shooting date are grouped into the same In [COLLECTION q], the collection is event.) played back that has been created with the...
  • Page 35 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Using a PC software (ib) and importing Retouching the skin and eyes data back to the camera [BEAUTY FIX] The following functions can be performed BEAUTY FIX when data created with the PC software (ib) is imported back to the camera.
  • Page 36 Changing the color tone of image Changing the image size [Q] [COLOR EDIT] EDIT EDIT COLOR EDIT Submenu 2 Application Submenu 2 Application This saves a high-resolution image C 640 × 480 as a separate image with a smaller This changes the image to black BLACK &...

  • Page 37: Shadow Adj

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Erasing images [ERASE] 1 Use HI to select an image, and press the A button. ERASE 2 Use HI to select a calendar. Use FG to select the image orientation, and then Submenu 1 Application press the A button.
  • Page 38 To erase all images [ALL ERASE] Adding sound to still images [R] 1 Use FG to select [ALL ERASE], and q (Playback menu) press the A button. 1 Use HI to select an image. 2 Use FG to select [YES], and press the A button.

  • Page 39: Menus For Other Camera Settings

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting a storage device Restoring data in the camera [INTERNAL/SD] [DATA REPAIR] r (Settings 1) INTERNAL/SD r (Settings 1) DATA REPAIR...

  • Page 40: Usb Connection

    Restoring the shooting functions to the Turning on the camera with the q default settings [RESET] button [q POWER ON] r (Settings 1) RESET q POWER ON s (Settings 2) Submenu 2 Application Submenu 2 Application Restores the following menu Pressing the q button turns on functions to the default settings.

  • Page 41: File Name

    For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Selecting the camera sound and its volume [SOUND SETTINGS] s (Settings 2) SOUND SETTINGS Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application Select [ON] to disable camera sounds (operation sounds, shutter sound, and SILENT MODE OFF/ON —...

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor

    Adjusting the CCD and the image Setting the date and time [X] processing function [PIXEL MAPPING] t (Settings 3) s (Settings 2) PIXEL MAPPING “Setting the date, time and time zone” (p. 12) This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, and no adjustment is To select the date display order needed right after purchase.
  • Page 43 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Choosing home and alternate time zones [WORLD TIME] t (Settings 3) WORLD TIME You will not be able to select a time zone using [WORLD TIME] if the camera clock has not fi rst been set using [X].
  • Page 44 To play back camera images on a TV ● Connection via AV cable 1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]). 2 Connect the TV and camera. Open the connector cover Connect to the TV video in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 45 For information on using the menus, see “Using the Menu” (p. 4). Viewing the image immediately after To operate images with the TV remote shooting [REC VIEW] control t (Settings 3) REC VIEW 1 Set [HDMI CONTROL] to [ON], and turn off the camera.

  • Page 46: Printing

    Printing Direct printing (PictBridge Turn on the printer, and then connect the printer and camera. By connecting the camera to a PictBridge- compatible printer, you can print images directly Open the connector cover without using a computer. in the direction of the arrow. To fi...
  • Page 47 Changing the printer’s settings Use FG to select the for printing [CUSTOM PRINT] [BORDERLESS] or [PICS/SHEET] settings, and press the A button. Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY Submenu 4 PRINT] (p. 46). (BORDERLESS Application or PICS/SHEET) Press the A button. The image is printed with a border around it ([OFF]).
  • Page 48 Press the A button. Submenu Submenu Application This selects the number PRINT <× 0 to 10 of prints. Selecting [WITH] prints the PRINT PRINT images with the date. WITH/ CANCEL DATE Selecting [WITHOUT] WITHOUT prints the images without the date. Selecting [WITH] prints the BACK MENU...
  • Page 49 Press the m button. Use FG to select [<], and press the A button. When the message [REMOVE USB 4/30 4/30 CABLE] is displayed, disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. Print Reservations (DPOF 100 0004 100 0004 FILE ’10/02/26 12:30 ’10/02/26 12:30...

  • Page 50: Resetting The Print Reservation Data For Selected Images

    Reserving one print each of all Resetting the print reservation images on the card [U] data for selected images Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 49). Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (p. 49). Use FG to select [U], and press Use FG to select [<], and press the A button.

  • Page 51: Usage Tips

    Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if Monitor an error message is displayed on the screen, “Diffi cult to see”. and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the ● Condensation may have occurred. Turn off the information below to fi...

  • Page 52: Error Message

    Error message Error message Corrective action Printer problem When one of the messages below is Refi ll the ink in the printer. displayed on the monitor, check the NO INK corrective action. Printer problem Error message Corrective action Remove the jammed paper. JAMMED Card problem Printer problem...

  • Page 53: Shooting Tips

    Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture Fast-moving object that you envision, refer to the information below. Focusing “Focusing on the subject” The subject is not in the center of the frame ● Taking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the...

  • Page 54: Image Quality

    Exposure (brightness) Image quality “Taking pictures with the right “Taking sharper pictures” brightness” ● Taking pictures with the optical zoom ● Taking pictures of a subject against a backlight Avoid using digital zoom (p. 31) to take pictures. Faces or backgrounds are bright even when shot ●...
  • Page 55 Playback/Editing tips Playback “Playing images in the internal memory and card” ● Remove the card and display the images in internal memory ● “Inserting the SD/SDHC memory card (sold separately)” (p. 13) ● Selecting a storage device [INTERNAL/SD] (p. 39) “Viewing images with high picture quality on a high-defi...

  • Page 56: Appendix

    AA NiMH batteries (rechargeable batteries) Monitor Being rechargeable, Olympus NiMH batteries • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. are reusable and economical. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your charger.
  • Page 57 Readout/recording process of the card SD/SDHC memory cards (for more During shooting, the current memory information, visit the Olympus website) indicator is displayed in red while the camera is writing data. Never open the battery/card compartment cover or unplug the USB cable.

  • Page 58: Still Pictures

    Number of storable pictures (still images)/Remaining recording time (movies) in the internal memory and SD/SDHC memory cards The fi gures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. The actual number of storable pictures or remaining recording times will differ according to the shooting conditions and memory cards used.

  • Page 59: Safety Precautions

    You must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. faces of your subjects. Firing the fl ash too close REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS to the subject’s eyes could cause a momentary SERVICE PERSONNEL.

  • Page 60: Battery Handling Precautions

    DANGER Batteries whose - terminals are raised, but not • Use only the Olympus brand NiMH batteries and covered by an insulating sheet. proper fi tting charger. • Never heat or incinerate batteries.

  • Page 61: Caution For Usage Environment

    Olympus NiMH batteries (included in some areas) in this product, never leave the camera in the are intended for use only with Olympus digital places listed below, no matter if in use or storage: cameras. Never use these batteries with any other device.

  • Page 62: Lcd Monitor

    Olympus reserves the right to alter the features This is not a malfunction. and contents of this publication or software without obligation or advance notice.

  • Page 63: Fcc Notice

    fi re or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery, battery charger and/or AC adapter that are not genuine Olympus accessories.
  • Page 64 Canadian Interference- authorized service personnel unless repair by Causing Equipment Regulations. others is made with the written consent of Olympus; (c) defects or damage to the Products resulting OLYMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED from wear, tear, misuse, abuse, negligence,...
  • Page 65 IMPAIRMENT OR FROM ANY OTHER CAUSE, padding material to prevent damage in transit WHETHER LIABILITY IS ASSERTED IN and either deliver it to the Authorized Olympus CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE Dealer that sold you the Product or ship it AND STRICT PRODUCT LIABILITY) OR postage prepaid and insured to any of our OTHERWISE.

  • Page 66: For Customers In Europe

    When the Guarantee Certifi cate is not com this product will be repaired, or at Olympus’s returned with the product. option replaced, free of charge. To claim under...
  • Page 67 (such as keeping the 1 This Guarantee will only be valid if the Guarantee product under conditions of high temperature Certifi cate is duly completed by Olympus or an and humidity, near insect repellents such as authorized dealer or other documents contain naphthalene or harmful drugs, etc.), improper...

  • Page 68: Disclaimer Of Warranty

    Disclaimer of Warranty Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content if these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fi tness for any particular purpose or for any...

  • Page 69: Macro

    Image pickup device : 1/2.33” CCD (primary color fi lter) Lens : Olympus lens 5.0 to 75.0 mm, f3.5 to 5.4 (equivalent to 28 to 420 mm on a 35 mm camera) Photometric system : Digital ESP metering, spot metering system Shutter speed : 1/2 to 1/2000 sec.
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