PREPARATIONS

CAMERA MAINTENANCE

BASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED TECHNIQUES

INSTRUCTIONSBefore using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensurecorrect use.

Thank you for purchasing an Olympus camera. Beforeyou start to use your new camera, please read theseinstructions carefully to obtain optimum performanceand a longer service life from the unit.

KEEP THE BATTERIES AWAY FROM FIRENEVER TRY TO DISASSEMBLE, RECHARGEOR SHORT CIRCUIT BATTERIES.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THECAMERA; IT CONTAINS A HIGH-VOLTAGECIRCUIT.IF THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE CAMERAARE EXPOSED DUE TO DROPPING ORDAMAGE, REMOVE THE BATTERIESIMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT FURTHERUSAGE.

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• Before using your camera, read this manual carefullyto ensure correct use.

• We recommend that you take test shots to getaccustomed to your camera before taking importantphotographs.

MAIN FEATURESAn easy-to-use fully automatic camera with aleather-like touch.Built-in 38mm - 105mm approx. 3X zoom lens.Quartz date or time imprinting.Weatherproof. Remote control (optional).Versatile, easy-to-use functions include spot metering,night scene mode, as well as various flash modes.

Symbols used in this manual:

Product shown in pictures and illustrations may beslightly different from the actual unit.

IncorrectNext operationManual operation

Operation orderAutomatic operationIndicator on

Indicator blinkingAttentionDepress halfway

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Names and functions of parts ........................................... 6Viewfinder display/LCD panel ............................................. 8Diopter adjustment ............................................................. 9Using the strap ................................................................... 9Outline of operations .......................................................... 10Loading the battery ............................................................. 13Checking the battery ........................................................... 14Points to remember ............................................................ 15

PREPARATIONS

Loading the film ................................................................. 17Taking pictures ................................................................... 20Using the focus lock ........................................................... 25After Shooting .................................................................... 27Unloading the film .............................................................. 28

BASIC OPERATIONS

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Using the flash modes ........................................................ 29Auto (Auto Flash) ............................................................... 31Auto-S (Redeye-Reducing Flash) ...................................... 32OFF (Flash Override) ........................................................... 33FILL-IN (Forced Activation) ................................................ 34

Night Scene ................................................................... 35Spot ............................................................................. 36

Selftimer............................................................................. 37Remote Control (optional) .................................................. 38Correcting the data ............................................................. 40Printing the date and time .................................................. 42

ADVANCED TECHNIQUES

CAMERA MAINTENANCE Questions and answers ...................................................... 43Care and storage ................................................................ 44Caring for your weatherproof camera.................................. 47Battery handling ................................................................. 49Remote control (optional) handling .................................. 51Troubleshooting ............................................................... 52Specifications ................................................................... 59

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Zoom lever (See p. 21.)Zooms In — telephoto.Zooms out — wide-angle.

Shutter release button (See p. 16.)Selftimer/remote control button (See p. 37/38.)Flash mode button (See p. 29.)LCD panel (Date/time indicator ) (See p. 8.)FlashSelftimer indicatorStrap eyeletViewfinderLight sensorLens barrierAutofocus windowsPower switchLens

Do not soil as this can cause blurred pictures.Wipe clean with a soft cloth.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

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Quartzdate mode buttons (See p. 40.) Panorama lever (See p. 29)Diopter adjustment dial (See p. 9.)Viewfinder (See p. 8.)Orange lampGreen lampFilm windowBack coverMid-roll rewind button (See p. 28.)Tripod socketBattery compartment coverBack cover release

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Viewfinder DisplayClose-up correction marksAt a close distance, yoursubject must bepositioned within theclose-up correction marks.

Orange lampLights when the flash isready to fire.Blinks while the flash isrecharging.

Green lampLights when the subjectis in focus.Blinks when the subjectis not in focus.

Note:The LCD panel does not actually display all indicationsimultaneously as shown.

Autofocus markPosition your subject withinthe autofocus mark.

LCD PanelDate/time indicatorExposure counter(See p. 19.)Battery check (See p. 14.)Spot (See p. 36.)Selftimer/remote control(See p. 37/38.)Flash modes (See p. 29.)

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY/LCD PANEL

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Turn the diopter adjustment dial until theviewfinder display becomes clear.

Turn to the right if you are far-sighted or to the left if youare near-sighted.

Attaching the strap.

DIOPTER ADJUSTMENTTo Adjust the Viewfinder to Compensate for Near-and Far-sighted vision

USING THE STRAP

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Load a battery (p. 13).

Open the back cover (p. 17).

Load the film (p. 17).(Use of ISO 400 film is recommended.)

Close the back cover. The filmautomatically advances to the firstframe (p. 19).

OUTLINE OF OPERATIONSBasic Shooting Procedures

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Turn the power switch ON (p. 19).The lens barrier will open automatically.

Make sure the exposure counter on theLCD panel reads (p. 19).

Press the zoom lever for telephoto orwide-angle photography (p. 21).

Place the autofocus mark on thesubject you want to photograph (p. 22).

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Depress the shutter release button halfwayto make sure the green lamp lights (p. 22).

Depress the shutter release button fullyto take a picture (p. 23).

When the film reaches the end, it willautomatically rewind (p. 28).

Open the back cover to remove therewound film (p. 28).

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After turning the power switch OFF, pushOPEN to open the batterycompartment cover .Turn the power switch OFF and close thelens barrier when replacing the batteries.

Insert the new battery correctly asshown and close the batterycompartment cover tightly.

Use a 3 V lithium battery (DL 123A, CR123A, orequivalent.)About 15 rolls of film can be used with one new battery.(p. 43)

Read "Battery Handling" on page 49.

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LOADING THE BATTERY

Turn the power switch ON. Check theremaining battery power.

Display

lights (and turns offautomatically).

blinks and otherindicators on the LCD panelare displayed normally.

blinks and otherindicators on the LCD panelgo out.

Meaning

Battery is OK.You can shoot.

Battery power is low andbattery should be replaced

Battery is dead and shouldbe replaced immediately.

Note: Keep spare battery on hand when going on a long tripa wedding or when using the camera in cold weather. Adjustthe data of the Quartzdate every time the battery is replaced.

CHECKING THE BATTERY

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Correct.Hold the camera firmly with both handswhile keeping elbows at sides to preventthe camera from shaking.

Correct.In the vertical position, hold the camerawith its flash positioned at the top.

Incorrect.

Caution:keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens, lensbarrier, autofocus windows and flash. (See p. 6)

POINTS TO REMEMBER

Hold the Camera Correctly.1.

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Proper Shutter Release.Practice before loading the film.

Depress the shutter release buttonhalfway to lock the focus.

Make sure.

Cautions:• Press the shutter release button gently.• Avoid shaking the camera when pressing the

shutter release button to prevent blurry pictures.

The green lamp next to the viewfinder lights.

Depress the shutter release button fullyto release the shutter and take thepicture.

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Slide the back cover release upward toopen the back cover.Do not touch the inside of the camera,especially the lens. If there is dust or dirt onthe lens, remove it with a blower brush.

Insert the film cartridge, making surethe film is lying flat.

Note: Use of ISO 400 film is recommended.When using non-DX-coded film, use ISO 100 film.

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NSLOADING THE FILM

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Correct.Make sure the film is lying flat before closingthe back cover.

Incorrect.If the film is not lying flat as shown, the filmmay not advance to the first frame.

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Align the film leader with the mark ,and close the back cover.The film automatically advances to the firstframe.

The film does not overlap any of the positioningguides shown on the left.

Turn the power switch ON.

The exposure counter on the LCD panel reads

Note:If blinks in the exposure counter, as shown on the left,the film is improperly loaded. Reload the film.

Make sure

Make sure

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Turn the power switch ON.1.

The lens extends slightly, the flash pops up, andthe LCD panel activates.

When the flash is held down, the twoindicators next to the viewfinder blink.The camera will not activate.The display also goes out.

Release the flash to reactivate thecamera.

Make sure

TAKING PICTURES

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Aim the camera at your subject. Usethe zoom lever for telephoto or wideangle photography.

How to Use the Zoom Lever:Telephoto:Pull the lever to the "T" side to zoom in.

Maximum telephoto focal length: 105 mm

Wide angle:Push the lever to the "W" side to zoom out.

Maximum wide-angle focal length: 38 mm

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Position the autofocus mark on yoursubject.

Autofocus mark

Do not look directly at the sun through theviewfinder.

Make sure

Depress the shutter release buttonhalfway to adjust the focus.

Focus has been correctly adjusted and the greenlamp lights. Exposure also will be adjustedautomatically.

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Depress the shutter release button fullyto take the picture.The film automatically advances to the next frame.

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Working DistanceThe focus range of the camera is 0.6 m (2 ft)to (infinity).

When the subject is closer than 0.6 m (2 ft), theshutter will not release. (The green lamp blinks.)When the subject is extremely close to thecamera, the subject will be out of focusalthough the shutter releases.

Close-up Correction

Picture frameClose-up correction marksImage area of picture at 0.6 m (2 ft)

The viewfinder's picture frame shows the area that canbe shot for subjects at . However, the picture area willmove lower in the viewfinder as you get closer to thesubject. At 0.6 m (2 ft), the shaded area is the actualavailable image area. In this case, the subject shouldbe positioned below the close-up correction marks.

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When the main subject is not within theautofocus mark. Use the focus lock.The autofocus mark must be positioned on the subject inthis case, the camera will focus on the background behindthe subjects and the subjects will be out of focus.

Autofocus mark

Make sure

1. Position the autofocus mark on yoursubject and press the shutter releasebutton halfway.

The green lamp lights.

USING THE FOCUS LOCKTo Avoid Taking Out-of-focus Pictures

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Reposition your subjects in the pictureframe while keeping the shutter releasebutton depressed halfway. Then pressthe shutter release button fully.

Difficult Autofocus Subjects

In such situation as the above, use the focus lock byfocusing on a different subject at a similar distance.Then reposition the correct subject in the picture frame.

Glossy or reflective surfacesBlack objectsSubjects behind glass or wire meshFlames, smoke, etc.Sunlight or excessively bright light within the picturearea

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When the power switch is turned OFF,the lens and flash will retractautomatically.The display goes out.

Close the lens barrier.

AFTER SHOOTING

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The camera automatically rewinds the film whenyou reach the end of a roll.After the motor stops and starts blinking on the LCDpanel, open the back cover and remove the film.

Notes:The number of exposures remaining decreases duringrewinding.The final number of exposures may sometimes exceed thenumber of exposures specified on the film.

Rewinding the film before the end of the rollPress the mid-roll rewind button gently with your nail,etc. Do not use an instrument with a sharp tip.

UNLOADING THE FILM

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USING THE FLASH MODES

This camera has five flash modes. Select theflash mode according to your shootingconditions and needs.

How to select the flash mode:As you press the FLASH mode button, the modeswitches as shown on p. 30. The selected flashmode is displayed on the LCD panel.

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AUTO mode:Automatically fires in low-light and backlit conditions(p. 31)

AUTO-S mode:Significantly reduces the phenomenon of "red-eye"(when a subject's eyes appear red in flash photos)(p. 32)

OFF mode:The flash does not fire. (p. 33)

FILL-IN mode:Fires regardless of available light, (p. 34)

mode:Lights the subject in the foreground with anightscene in the background. (p. 35)

Note:• In the Auto, Auto-S Flash, and modes, the flash strength is

automatically controlled to prevent pictures from beingoverexposed even when the subjects are close.

LCD Panel Display

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In the Auto Flash mode, the flash will fireautomatically in low-light and backlitconditions.

The orange lamp in the upper right of the viewfinderlights when the shutter release button is depressedhalfway.

Notes:When the orange lamp is blinking, the flash is being rechargedand the shutter release button won't release. Release yourfinger from the shutter release button, and wait for severalseconds.Maximum distance is about 70% of the distance shown left whenusing positive color film.

Flash Working Range (with color negative film)

ISO

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W (38 mm)

0.6~4.7 m (2~15.4 ft.)

0.6~6.6 m (2~21.7 ft.)

0.6~9.4 m (2~30.8 ft.)

T (105 mm)

0.6~2.4 m (2~7.9 ft.)

0.6~3.3 m (2~10.8 ft.)

0.6~4.7 m (2~15.4 ft.)

AUTO

Make sure

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Significantly reduces the phenomenon of"red-eye" (when a subject's eyes appearred in flash photography).In the Auto-S Flash mode, the camera will emit a seriesof low-power pre-flashes before the regular flash. Thismakes the subject's pupils contract, significantlyreducing red-eye. Except for the pre-flashes, this modeis the same as the Auto Flash mode.Redeye-Reduction may not be effective when thesubject.1. Is not looking at the flash from the right front.2. Is not watching the pre-flashes.3. Is too far from the camera.

Does not respond to the pre-flashes due toparticular individual characteristics.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to hold the camera still until theshutter releases. It takes about one second.

AUTO-S (Redeye Reducing Flash)

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OFF

In the Flash-OFF mode, the flash does notfire even in low-light conditions.

Use this mode in situations where flash photography isnot desired or is prohibited or in twilight or nightscenes.

Note: Since a slow shutter speed (down to 4 seconds) isautomatically selected in low-light situations when in theFlash-OFF mode, the use of a tripod is recommended toprevent blurred pictures caused by shaking the camera.When the power switch is turned OFF, the mode willreturn to the AUTO mode.

(Flash Override)

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In the FILL-IN Flash mode, the flash firesregardless of available light.

For example, this mode can be used to brighten up asubject's shaded face or under artificial lighting suchas back-lit, fluorescent light. Use this mode within theflash working range (p. 31).It may be hard to work under the excessively brightlight.When the power switch is turned OFF, the mode willreturn to the AUTO mode.

FILL-IN (Forced Activation)

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Use the Night-Scene Flash mode to properlylight subject in the foreground while leavingthe background naturally lit.

Note: Since a slow shutter speed (down to 4 seconds)is automatically selected in low-light situations, use atripod to prevent blurred pictures caused by camerashake.Night-Scene mode cannot be used together with Spotmode.When the power switch is turned OFF, the mode willreturn to the AUTO mode.

NIGHT SCENETo Capture a Night Scene Beautifully

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Press the /REMOTE button and flashmode button at the same time,

is displayed on the LCD panel.Press the /REMOTE and the flash modebuttons at the same time or turn the powerswitch OFF to cancel the Spot mode.

Position the autofocus mark on yoursubject, and press the shutter releasebutton halfway.

Make sure

SPOT MODETO FOCUS AND SET THE EXPOSURE FOR A SELECTED AREA

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The green lamp lights,The exposure will be locked in the center of theautofocus mark.36

SELFTIMERTo Put Yourself In the Picture

Use a tripod to hold the camera securely.

Aim at your subject, and press theshutter release button.

10 sec.: Selftimer indicator lights2 sec.: Blinks

The shutter will be released about 12 secondsafter the shutter release.

Notes:The focus and exposure will be locked when the shutterrelease button is depressed halfway.The selftimer is disengaged when the shutter is released.To cancel the selftimer after it has been activated, press the

button again.

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Press the button. is displayedon the LCD panel.

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Press the button. is displayedon the LCD panel.After shooting, press the button again tocancel the selftimer/remote control mode.Remote control operation is canceledautomatically when not in use for more thanabout 20 minutes.

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REMOTE CONTROL (optional)The optional RC 200 Remote Control is required in the operation below

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Aim the remote control at the camera,and press the button. The shutter will bereleased after about 3 seconds.

Notes:Use the remote control within the range shown at left.The camera will focus on the subject directly in front ofit.The remote control may not work when the subject isbacklit. In this case, use the selftimer.The remote control may not work when there is invertedfluorescent light near the camera.

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CORRECTING THE DATA

Press the MODE button for two secondsor longer.The year indication will start blinking.

Press the SET button to correct the year.If you press the button once, the number on thedisplay will advance by 1. And if you keep itpressed, the numbers will run in rapidsuccession.

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Press the MODE button again.The month indication will start blinking.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the hourand minutes.

Note: As you press the mode button, the blinking indicationchanges in the order of year, month, day, hour, and minute. Thedata correction will be finished when the mode button is pressedagain.41

PRINTING THE DATE AND TIME

Choose the desired mode with the MODEbutton.The mode will switch in the described order bypressing the MODE button.

No data Year-month-day Month-day-yearDay-month-year Day-hour-minute

The quartzdate uses the same power source as the mainunit. Make sure to correct the data after the battery isreplaced.The data is imprinted in the lower right of the picture. Ifthere is something whitish or tinged with orange wherethe data is imprinted, the data may be difficult to read.The data may not be imprinted correctly on the frame(s)after the specified final exposure of the film.

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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Q: How long will the battery last?A: A new 3V lithium battery will last for roughly 15 rolls

of 24-exposure film on which the flash was used onhalf of all the shots (determined under Olympus testconditions). If you do not use the flash and zoomvery often, the battery will last much longer.

Q: Why does the flash get hot?A: If the flash is used continuously, it may become hot.

If this happens, stop using the camera for a while.Q: Can I use infrared film?A: No, you cannot.Q: How should I clean the lens?A: Wipe the lens gently with lens cleaning tissue that

has been moistened with a small amount of lenscleaning fluid.

Q: Can I mount a filter or hood?A: No, you cannot.Q: What should I do when both the orange and green

lamps are blinking and the camera doesn't work?A: Release your finger from the flash.

CARE AND STORAGE

Do not leave camera in any place exposedto excessive heat, humidity, or direct sunlight—for example, in a car or on the beach.

Do not expose the camera to formalin ornaphthalene.

If the camera gets wet, wipe it with a drytowel as soon as possible. The salt inseawater can be especially damaging.

Do not use organic solvents, such as alcoholor paint thinner when cleaning the camera.

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Please keep the camera in a well-ventilated place.Do not expose the camera to extreme heat (over 40°C/104°F)or to extreme cold (below -10°C/14°F). Low temperatures,even within this range, may sometimes cause deterioration inbattery performance, temporarily disabling the camera.Some airport X-ray machines can damage the film in yourcamera. Try to avoid passing your camera through thesemachines. Give it to the security officer for manualinspection.

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Do not leave the camera on or near atelevision, refrigerator, or other appliancewith a magnetic field.

Do not expose the camera to dust or sand asthis could cause serious damage.

Do not shake or shock the camera.

Do not apply excessive force to the zoomlens.

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When transporting the camera from a cold place to a warmplace or in the event of a sudden temperature change, putthe camera into a plastic bag. This allows the camera'stemperature to change slowly. Once the camera hasadjusted to the new temperature, you can remove it from thebag and use it.Keep your hair, hands, strap etc. away from the autofocuswindow, lens, AE sensor and flash.Avoid leaving the camera unused for long periods of time.This can cause mold to grow on the camera as well as otherproblems. Try to press the shutter release button and checkthe operation of camera before use.This camera is controlled by a microcomputer. Problems withthe microcomputer can affect or stop camera operation. Ifthis happens, remove the batteries, then reload them and trythe camera again. Strong electrical fields can also interferewith the operation of this camera so try to avoid places orobjects that generate such fields.This camera is not suitable for professional use or for useunder severe conditions.Strongly rubbing the leather parts with alcohol can removethe color.

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CARING FOR YOUR WEATHERPROOF CAMERA

This camera is weatherproof; however, it isnot designed for underwater use. Pleasenote the following warnings and use thecamera correctly.

The camera can withstand splashing water(e.g., seaside, swimming pool side, etc.)

The camera can be used in rain.

And in snow.

Do not wash the camera.

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Do not submerge the camera or attempt totake pictures underwater.

Rubber gaskets are located inside the rearof the camera. Check the gaskets for wearand carefully remove any sand and dust tomaintain a weatherproof seal.

If the camera has been splashed by water, etc., cleanthe camera with a dry cloth as soon as possible.Do not touch the rubber gasket on the batterycompartment cover or the rubber gasket on thecamera back with excessive force. Do not remove thegaskets.Gaskets should be replaced after approximately threeyears, although they may require replacement earlierthan that depending on use and wear.If the gaskets are damaged or need replacement,contact your nearest Olympus service center.

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NOTESWhen the camera is not used for anextended period of time, remove the battery.Keep spare battery on hand when going ona long trip or to a cold area.Sweat, oil, and so on can prevent a battery'sterminals from making electrical contact. Toavoid this, wipe both terminals beforeloading battery.Used batteries should be treated as generalwaste in accordance with local governmentregulations.

BATTERY HANDLING

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WARNINGSNEVER TRY TO DISASSEMBLE, RECHARGE, ORSHORT CIRCUIT BATTERY. NEVER EXPOSEBATTERY TO EXCESSIVE HEAT OR OPENFLAMES.KEEP THE BATTERY OUT OF THE REACH OFCHILDREN. IF A CHILD SWALLOWS A BATTERY,CONTACT A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY.USE ONE 3V LITHIUM BATTERY (DL123A ORCR123A). NEVER TRY TO DISASSEMBLE ORMODIFY ANY BATTERY OR BATTERY PACK FORUSE IN THIS CAMERA.

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Keep the remote control out of the reach ofchildren. If a child swallows the remotecontrol, contact a physician immediately.Never try to disassemble the remote control.Never expose the remote control toexcessive heat or open flame.

REMOTE CONTROL (optional) HANDLING

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OPERATING PROBLEMSThe camera does not work.

The power switch is not turned ON.Turn the power switch ON. (p. 20)

The alignment of the battery terminals is not correct.Reload the battery correctly. (p. 13)

The battery is exhausted.Replace the battery with new one. (p. 14)

The battery is temporarily unable to functionbecause of cold.

Keep the camera warm while using it.The loaded film has been rewound.

Remove the film. (p. 28)The film is incorrectly loaded.

Reload the film. (p. 17)The flash is held with your finger.

Release your finger.

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The LCD display goes off suddenly.If you don't use the camera, the LCD goes off afterfour and half minutes.

Turn the power switch OFF and then ON again oroperate the zoom lever to turn the LCD back on. Inadditon, the power is turned OFF automatically after 4hours. When the camera is not in use, try to keep thepower switch OFF.

The shutter release button doesn't release when theremote control's shutter release button is pressed.The remote control hasn't been used in the 20minutes since the Selftimer/Remote Control modewas engaged, causing the LCD panel to turn off.

Press the zoom lever. The LCD will light. Thenpress the Selftimer/Remote button again.

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The green lamp blinks, and the shutter release buttonwill not release.

The camera is closer than 0.6 m (2 ft) to thesubject.

Move the camera back to distance more than0.6 m (2 ft) from the subject. (p. 24)

The orange lamp blinks, and the shutter release buttonwill not release.

The flash has not been recharged yet.Remove your finger from the shutter release

button and wait for several seconds until the flashis recharged before shooting. (p. 31)

The flash does not fire, even in the dark.The flash mode is set to OFF.

Set it to a mode other than OFF. (p. 29)High sensitivity film is being used.

Set the flash mode to FILL-IN. (p. 29)54

The viewfinder is out of focus.Diopter dial is not adjusted.

Adjust the diopter dial until image is clear. (p. 9)

PROBLEMS WITH PRINTED PICTURESThe picture is out of focus.

The camera moved when the shutter releasebutton was pressed.

Hold the camera correctly and press the shutterrelease button gently. (p. 15)The subject was not within the viewfinder'sautofocus mark.

Position the subject in the center of theautofocus mark, or use the focus lock. (p. 25)The lens and autofocus windows were dirty.

Clean the lens and autofocus windows.

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The autofocus window was blocked, such as by afinger.

Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingersclear of the autofocus windows. (p. 15)The subject was closer than the minimum workingdistance to the lens (0.6 m / 2 ft).

Shoot from more than 0.6 m (2 ft) away from thesubject. (p. 24)When using the selftimer, the shutter releasebutton was pressed while standing right in front ofthe camera.

Do not stand in front of the camera. Press theshutter release button while looking through theviewfinder. (p. 37)

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The autofocus didn't work correctly. There aresome subjects that are difficult for the autofocusto lock on. These include: glossy or reflectivesurfaces, black objects, subjects behind glass orwire mesh, flames and smoke, excessively brightlight within the picture area.

Focus on an object located at the samedistance as the subject, then return to thesubject and take the picture. (p. 26)

The picture is too dark.The flash was blocked, (e.g. by a finger).

Hold the camera correctly, keeping yourfingers clear of the flash. (p. 15)The subject was out of the working range of theflash.

Shoot within the flash working range. (p. 31)The flash mode was set to OFF.

Check the flash mode before shooting. (p. 30)57

The data has not been printed (or looks faded).The data mode was set to no data (—).

Change the data mode to another setting.(p. 42)

There is a bright color like white, orange, or yellowin the area of the picture where the data is printed.

Avoid bright colors in the lower right corner ofyour photo compositions. (p. 42)The picture was taken with black-and-white film.

Do not use black-and-white film if you want toprint data on the pictures.The camera's battery is low.

Replace with a new battery. (p. 13)

The color of a picture taken indoors is abnormal.The color of the room lighting affected the picture.

Set the flash to FILL-IN mode.

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Type: Full automatic 35 mm autofocus lens-shuttercamera with built-in 38 ~ 105 mm zoom lens.

Film format: 35 mm standard DX-coded film (24 x 36mm)

Lens: Olympus lens 38~105 mm F4.5 ~ 8.9,6 elements in 5 groups.

Shutter: Programmed electronic shutter.Viewfinder: Real image zoom viewfinder (with

autofocus mark, close-up correction marks,autofocus indicator and flash indicator).

Focusing: Active-type autofocus system. Focus lockpossible.Focusing range: 0.6 m (2ft) ~ (infinity).

Exposure control: Programmed automatic exposurecontrol, 3-zone light metering, switchable to spotmetering. Auto exposure range: Wide-angle —EV2.3 (F4.5, 4 sec.) to EV16 (F10.9, 1/500 sec.),Telephoto — EV4.3 (F8.9, 4 sec.) to EV17 (F19.7,1/350 sec.).

SPECIFICATIONS

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Exposure counter: Progressive type with automaticreset, displayed on LCD panel.

Selftimer: Electronic selftimer 12-sec. delay.Remote control (optional): Infrared remote control unit

with 3-sec. delay.Film speed range: Automatic setting with DX-coded

film with ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200.For non DX-coded film and film with less thanISO 50, film speed is set to ISO 100.

Film loading: Automatic loading. (Automaticallyadvances to first frame when back cover isclosed.)

Film advance: Automatic film winding.Film rewind: Automatic film rewind (automatic rewind

activation at end of film, automatic rewind stop).Rewind possible at any point with Mid-roll rewindbutton.

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Flash: Built-in flash. Recycling time: Approx. 0.5 ~ 7sec. (at normal temperature with new battery).Flash working range: Wide-angle — 0.6 ~ 4.7 m(2 ~ 15.4 ft), Telephoto — 0.6 ~ 2.4 m (2 ~ 7.9 ft)with ISO 100 color negative film: Wide-angle —0.6 ~ 9.4 m (2 ~ 30.8 ft). Telephoto — 0.6 ~ 4.7m (2 ~ 15.4 ft) with ISO 400 color negative film.

Flash modes: AUTO (Automatic flash activation in low-light and backlight), AUTO-S (Redeye-Reducing,otherwise same as Auto), OFF (No flash), FILL-IN(Forced activation), (for night scene withslowest shutter speed of 4 sec. Other functionsoperate as the same as in Auto mode.)

Battery check: Displayed on LCD panel.

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Weatherproof: IEC Standard publication 529.Classification of degrees of protection provided by

enclosures. Degree of protection indicated bythe second characteristics numeral 4.

Shot description: Protected against splashing water.Definition: Water splashed against the enclosure from

any direction shall have no harmful effect.Test for second numeral 4: The equipment is splayed

from all practical directions.The water pressure is adjusted to give a delivery rate

op 10 lit./min. The test duration shall be 1 min.per m2 of calculated surface area of theenclosure with a minimum duration of 5 min.

Power source: 3 V lithium battery (DL123A/CR123A)Dimensions: 121(W) x 66 (H) x 46 (D) mm (4.8 x 2.6

x 1.8 in) (without protrusions).Weight: 255 g (9.0 oz)(without battery)

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SPECIFICATIONS FOR DATE UNITImprinting direction: Data imprinted onto film from lens

side.Data coding: No data, year-month-day, month-day-

year, day-month-year and day-hour-minute.External indication of data: Data display on LCD panel.Film speed setting: Automatic film speed setting.Automatic calendar system: Up to year 2030.Power source: Ordinarily used with camera body.

SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGEWITHOUT ANY NOTICE OR OBLIGATION ON THEPART OF THE MANUFACTURER.

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OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO.,LTD.San-Ei Building, 22-2, Nishi Shinjuku 1-chome, Shlnjuku-ku,Tokyo, Japan.Tel. 03-3340-2211

OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 516-844-5000 /(800)622-6372

OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO.(EUROPA) GMBH.(Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstrasse 14-16,20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730

(Letters) Postfach 10 49 08,20034 Hamburg, Germany.

OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO.(U.K.) LTD.2-8 Honduras Street, London EC1YOTX, United Kingdom. Tel. 0171-253-2772

0197.10MM