Appendix

Camera care

Exterior

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well.

Monitor

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Lens

Blow dust off the lens with a commercial blower, then wipe gently with a lens cleaner.

Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or chemically treated cloth.

Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.

Battery/USB-AC adapter

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

Storage

When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery, USB-AC adapter and card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated.

Periodically insert the battery and test the camera functions.

Avoid leaving the camera in places where chemical products are handled since this may result in corrosion.

Battery and USB-AC adapter

This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B). No other type of batteries can be used.

Caution:

There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type.

Dispose of the used battery following the instructions. (p. 66)

Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are used.

During the conditions described below, power is consumed continuously and the battery becomes exhausted quickly.

The zoom is used repeatedly.

The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in shooting mode, activating the auto focus.

A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extended period of time.

The camera is connected to a printer.

Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn off without displaying the battery level warning.

The included USB-AC adapter F-2AC is designed to be used only with this camera. Other cameras cannot be charged with this USB-AC adapter.

Do not connect the included USB-AC adapter F-2AC to equipment other than this camera.

For plug-in type USB-AC adapter:

The included USB-AC adapter F-2AC is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.

Using a separately sold AC adapter

The USB-AC adapter F-3AC (sold separately) can be used with this camera. Do not use any AC adapter other than the dedicated one. When using F-3AC, be sure to use the USB cable included with this camera.

Do not use any other AC adapter with this camera.

Using a separately sold charger

A charger (LI-50C: sold separately) can be used to charge the battery.

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