Olympus C-150 quick start Start Here, V3X1-CR

QuickStart Guide

D-390 / C-150

START HERE

It is strongly recommended that you follow these step-by-step numbered instructions to set up and quickly begin using your new Digital Camera.

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UNPACKING THE BOX CONTENTS

Gather your digital camera and the parts as shown in the illustration. You’ll need these to complete the steps for the camera set-up procedures that follow.

Digital camera	Strap	AA (R6) alkaline	CAMEDIA	USB cable	xD-Picture Card
		batteries (x2)	Master CD-ROM	(grey color)

For more detailed instructions on advanced features, please refer to the printed Basic Manual included in your package, or the Reference Manual on the CD-ROM.

PREPARE THE CAMERA FOR USE

Before you begin using your Olympus digital camera…

a.Loading batteries

• Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of A

(the direction indicated by the mark on the cover),

and lift it up in the direction of B . B

• Insert batteries in the direction shown in the illustration.

There is a mark on the bottom of the camera showing the correct way to insert batteries.

The following items are also included in this package: Basic Manual, video cable, warranty card, registration card (not pvovided in some areas), and safety precautions booklet.

• Close the battery compartment cover so that it pushes the batteries down inside. While pressing

the mark, slide the cover in the opposite direction of .

TIP: An optional Olympus E-7AC AC adapter is available, and is recommended when downloading images to ensure a consistent power supply. See the Basic Manual for more information.

	b.Insert the xD-Picture Card
	The xD-Picture Card is where the camera stores your pictures and is available in a variety
	of memory capacities. The pictures you take with the camera remain on the xD-Picture
	Card even when the camera is turned off and/or the batteries are removed.
A	• Insert the xD-Picture Card into the spring-loaded card slot as shown
	in the illustration. Push the card fully into the slot. The card will lock
	into place when fully inserted.
	• To remove, push down on the xD-Picture Card. The card will pop up.
	Pull to remove.
	• Close the card cover.
	Confirm you have installed the batteries and xD-Picture Card properly by
	pressing	. The "No Picture" message should be displayed in the monitor.
	Turn the camera off by pressing		again.
	c.Attach the strap (OPTIONAL)

Attach the strap as illustrated to make the camera easier to handle.

TURNING ON THE CAMERA

All you need to do is slide the lens barrier open or closed to turn the camera ON or OFF.

a.Turn the camera ON (SHOOTING MODE)

•Open the lens barrier.

•Close the lens barrier to turn the camera off.

Power on Power off

Lens barrier

Orange lamp

AF target mark

Green lamp

Viewfinder

Arrow pad

Monitor

Monitor button (QUICK VIEW		) OK/Menu button
Playback button (	)

TIP: To maximize battery life, this digital camera features a power saving mode in which the camera enters a sleep mode after approximately three (3) minutes of non-use. Press the shutter button to wake up the camera.

b.Set the Date and Time (OPTIONAL)

Although this is not required, it is recommended that you set the date and time. This affects the way image file names are created, and will conveniently include this information with each picture. The date and time can also be set when the camera is in the playback mode.

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Tripod socket Battery compartment cover

• Open the lens barrier fully until it clicks.							Camera Settings in Shooting Mode as shown in Monitor
• Press	to display the menu.							Shooting mode		Exposure compensation
• Press	to select MODE MENU.
• Press	three times to select SETUP.						Battery check	P		+2.0
• Press	once, and then	twice to highlight	, and then press		once.
										Spot metering mode
• Use	to select the date format.
										White balance
• Adjust the date and time in the appropriate fields by using				to select the field, and		to set	Macro
the proper value. Repeat this step until all date/time fields have been set.							Flash mode			AF target mark
Note: Time is entered using the 24-hour format.
							Self-timer
• Press	twice to set the date and time and exit the menu.
							(still pictures only)
c.Camera Diagram and Controls							Record mode	HQ	1600x1200

Now take a moment to familiarize yourself with the key areas of camera controls by reviewing the illustrations.					Number of storable still pictures/
Strap eyelet Card cover	Shutter button	Flash	VIDEO OUT jack	Resolution (number of pixels)	seconds remaining for movies

OUT

DC IN 3.4V

USB

USB connector Lens barrier Self-timer lamp Lens DC-IN jack (3.4V) Connector cover

Camera Settings in Playback Mode as shown in Monitor

		Print reserveation
		Number of prints
Battery check	x10	Protect
	HQ	Record mode
	SIZE: 1600x1200	Number pixels
	+2.0	Exposure compensation
		White balance
Date and time	’03.09.12 12:30	File number, Frame number,
	FILE: 100–0020	Playing time/
		Total recording time

Note:

•Depending on the camera settings, not all indicators will be displayed.

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