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Olympus FE-350 Wide Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA
FE-350
Wide/X-865
Instruction
Manual
Guide
sing
your
Button operations
Menu operations
Printing pictures
Using OLYMPUS Master
Getting to know your
camera better
Appendix
•
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.
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  • Page 1 Wide/X-865 Instruction Guide Manual sing your Button operations Menu operations Printing pictures Using OLYMPUS Master Getting to know your camera better Appendix • Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please...
  • Page 2 Quick Start Guide Button operations P, 11 Menu operations P. 18 Printing pictures P. 30 Using OLYMPUS Master P. 35 Getting to know your camera better P. 39 Appendix P. 47...
  • Page 3 Digital Camera Strap Lithium Ion Battery (LI-42B) Battery Charger USB Cable AV Cable OLYMPUS Master 2 (LI-40C) CD-ROM Items not shown: Instruction Manual (this manual) and the Warranty Card, Contents © may vary depending on purchase location. • Pull the strap tight so that it does not come loose.

  • Page 4: Charge The Battery

    a. Charge the battery. Power Cable Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charger Charging Indicator AC Wall Red light on: Charging Outlet Light off: Charging complete (Charging time: Approx. 5 hours) • Battery comes partially charged. Insert the battery and the xD-Picture Card (optional) into the camera.
  • Page 5 • Insert the battery by putting the Vmarked side f irst, with the _]} m arks toward the e nd o f the camera, the _ marks toward the center ofthe camera. tf y ou i nsert the b attery incorrectly, you may not be able to remove it.

  • Page 6: Press The Power Button

    This explains how to turn on the camera in shooting mode. a. Set the mode dial to _1_"I_. When shooting still pictures When shooting movies 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 Y-M-D Hour Minute Date formats (Y-M-D, M-D-Y, D-M-Y) Cancels the setting Press the AP-_/_]_ and V__) buttons to select [Y]. • The first two digits of the year are fixed. © b. Press the D _ button. button Press the Ai+i+_/_E_ a nd V__) buttons to select [M].
  • Page 8 d. Press the D _ button. e. Press the A[+[_/_]_ and V__.) buttons to select [D]. Press the D _ button. CANCELe_ Press the A_-_/_]_ and V__.) buttons to select the hours and minutes. • The time is displayed in the 24-hour format. "O h.
  • Page 9 a. Hold the camera. Horizontal grip Vertical grip b. Focus. Shutter Button 6") (Press Halfway) AF target m_ Place this mark over your • The AF target mark lights up green when the subject. focus and exposure are locked. The shutter speed and aperture value are also displayed.
  • Page 10 a. Press the [] button. button Arrow pad Displays the next image Displays the previous image © Press the <::]_v_ a nd [:>_ buttons to display the picture you want to erase. Press the I_11/_ button. I_1//_ button Press the/_i_/_3_ button, select [YES], and press [].
  • Page 11 Shooting mode -- Flash mode Macro mode/ Super macro mode ® Self-timer Number of storable still pictures iiiHii_0ii_ii_i_i_!_!_iii_i_iiii_!!!iiiiiiii:_ii_ii_ii!iii_iii:i_iii_i_iiii!_i_iii_i_ii_i_iiiii_i_iiii_ii_!i_ii _ii_i!i_i+!i_iiiiii_iiii! Power on: Camera turns on in shooting mode. • Lens extends • Monitor turns on +iiHiil _i!i i+i!_ii_ i_ +_ _ i+ _++ +_iiiiiiliii ii i i iiiiiiiili+li +li+li+l i+li +li+li+l...
  • Page 12 The last picture taken is displayed. • Press the arrow pad to view other pictures. • Use the zoom lever to switch between close-up playback and index display. • Press [] to delete the information display shown for 3 seconds during single-frame playback.
  • Page 13 Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode. The camera determines the optimum settings for shooting pictures. ]CAMERA MENU] settings such as ISO sensitivity cannot be changed. Set the optimum aperture value shutter speed The camera automatically sets the optimum aperture value and shutter speed for the brightness of the subject.

  • Page 14: Image Quality

    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 [_] (movie) to [OFF]. "_ (movie) Recording movies with or without sound" (P. 22) This icon lights during movie recording.
  • Page 15 Shooting mode: Changing picture brightness Press AI/_ in shooting mode, use the arrow pad to select preferred brightness, and press []. • Adjustable from -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV Use <:::]Dto change the display. Playback mode: Printing pictures Display a picture to print out in playback mode, connect the camera to the printer, and then press A r_/_}, to print the picture.
  • Page 16 Press ID_ in shooting mode to select the flash mode. Press [] to set. AUTO Flash auto The flash fires automatically in tow light or backlight conditions. Red-eye reduction This emits pre-flashes for red-eye reduction. flash Fill-in flash The flash fires regardless of the available light. Flash off The flash does not fire.

  • Page 17: Index Display

    Playback mode: Switching the picture display Single-frame playback • Use the arrow pad to browse pictures. Close-up playback Index display • Turn and ho{d the zoom tever to • Use the arrow pad to select a the T-side to incrementally zoom picture for playback, in (up to 10 times the original...
  • Page 18 It"ll button (Shooting mode) button (Playback mode) MENU button Press MENU to display the top menu on the monitor. • The contents displayed on the top menu differ according to the mode. Top menu CAMERA MENU items (Still picture shooting mode) •...
  • Page 19 This explains to use the menus with the [POWER SAVE] setting as an example. Set the mode dial to a setting other than GUIDE. Press MENU to display the top menu. Press [:> to select [SETUP], and press _. • [POWER SAVE] is on a menu in [SETUP].

  • Page 20: Image Size

    O CAMERA MENU (still picture) (movie) PANORAMA* FACE DETECT An Olympus xD-Picture Card is required. • Some functions are not available according to the selected mode. "Functions available in shooting modes and scenes" (P, 46) "SETUP menus" (P. 27) • The factory default settings are displayed in gray ( This function allows you to set ]IMAGE SIZE] and ]COMPRESSION].
  • Page 21 iiiHiil_i!ili!:i_ _i_iiii:i_i_i!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!!!_i_i_i@_i_!i!J_@_!_i I'_:lii_i!ii_iii_i_ii!!il /YES Restore shooting functions back to default settings. Functions restored to the factory default settings SCENE *J.. NIGHT+PORTRAIT P. 13 P 15 P. 15 P. 15 _,UTO P. 16 IMAGE SIZE 8-'_1/ I'QT_ P. 20 ',Still picture/Movie) SOMPRESSlON P.
  • Page 22 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 Jeff to right...

  • Page 23: Redeye Fix

    FACE D ETECT ................... Focusing on a face The camera searches for a face within the frame and focuses on it. • A face may not be detected depending on the subject. This function allows you to mute operational sounds during shooting and playback (e.g.
  • Page 24 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. "Erasing pictures registered in MY FAVORITE" (P.
  • Page 25 ._" ........................Cropping a picture Crop a picture, and save the cropped picture as a new picture. • Use <::11> 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 _1 ....................Adding sound to still pictures Sound is recorded for about 4 seconds • Use the arrow pad _D to select a picture, select [YES] with to begin recording, then press []. • The [BUSY] bar will be temporarily displayed.

  • Page 27: Pixel Mapping

    • 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, must format them with this camera. BACKUP ..........
  • Page 28 PIXEL MAPPING ..........Adjusting the image processing function The pixe! 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 (_) ......................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 [_)] screen is displayed each time the camera is turned on. Y-M-D •...
  • Page 30 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 the standard settings of your printer. CUSTOM PRINT ..Prints with the various print settings available on your printer.
  • Page 31 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 Prints the selected picture.
  • Page 32 Setting the number of prints and data to be printed _[&x Sets the number of prints. You can select up to 10 prints. DATE (_)) If you select [WITH], pictures are printed with the date. FILE NAME (_) If you select [WITH], pictures are printed with the file name.
  • Page 33 iiiil! iii !i iiiii ii !!!i! i!,i!!£i! Press MENU in the playback mode select [PRINT ORDER]. Select [_,] or [j=_L], and press ,E], 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
  • Page 35 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 • 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.
  • Page 37 • 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 directty to the computer. • Images cannot be transferred to your computer with OLYMPUS Master if [PC] is selected in Step 3, E> is pressed and [MTP] is selected.
  • Page 38 For detailed operations of OLYMPUS Master, refer to the quick start guide displayed upon startup or the help of the OLYMPUS Master. 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.
  • Page 39 does when is loaded camera not turn on even a battery The battery is not charged • Charge the battery with the charger. The battery is temporarily unable to function because of the cold • Battery performance declines in tow temperatures, and the charge may not be sufficient to turn on the camera.
  • Page 40 [ 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 • Ptace the subject in the center of the frame, lock the focus on the subject, and then recompose your picture.
  • Page 41 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 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 storabte stitt pictures reaches O, you connect the camera to a computer to downtoad the pictures;...
  • Page 43 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. "MEMORY FORMAT (FORMAT) Formatting the intemat memory or card" (P. 27)

  • Page 44: Write Protect

    ¢ screen. View the picture using image browsing software • Instal the OLYMPUS Master 2 software from the provided CD-ROM. Change the monitor setting >, • The icons on the computer desktop may be rearranged. For detaiis of changing the settings on your computer, refer to the computer's instruction manual.
  • Page 45 Monitor indication Possible cause Corrective action There is a problem with the Use image processing software to view the selected and it If that _--_ picture picture on a computer, cannot PICTURE ERROR cannot be ptayed back on done, the image file is damaged. this camera.
  • Page 46 Some functions cannot be set in certain shooting modes, For more details, refer to the table below. Functions available in shooting modes mode ((_)) Function Zoom I_ (movie) PANORAMA v" FACE DETECT v" "1 Shooting mode is fixed at [_]. is fixed at [(_].
  • Page 47 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. • The charger and AC adapter can be used in most home electrical sources within the range of lOg V to 240 V AC (50/6OHz) around the world.
  • Page 48 ooGO © A Type B Type BF Type B3 Type C Type SE Type O Type (American Type) (British Type) (British Type) (British Type) (CEE Type) (CEE Type) (Oceania 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.
  • Page 49 Pictures can be recorded on the o ptional card. The internal memory and card are t he c amera's media for r ecording pictures, similar to film in a film camera. Pictures recorded to the i nternal memory or c ard can be easily erased on the c amera or p rocessed...
  • Page 50 Attachments -- For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus. Water and Moisture -- For precautions on products with weatherproof designs, read the weatherproofing sections. Location -- To avoid damage to the product, mount the product securely on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket.
  • Page 51 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 • 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 3> ('1) • Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential,...
  • Page 54 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 Repair, replacement, or adjustment of defective Products shaiI be Oiympus'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

    (e) suppties and consumables (including but not limited to lamps, ink, paper, film, prints, negatives, cabtes and batteries); and/or Products which do not contain a validly placed and recorded Olympus seriat number, untess they are a modet on which Olympus does not ptace and record seriat numbers.
  • Page 57 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 Image pickup device 1/2.5" CCD (primary color filter), 8,400,000 pixets (gross) Lens Olympus tens 4.55 to 18.2 mm, f2.7 to 5.4 (equivalent to 28 to 112 mm on a 35 mm camera) Photometric system Center-weighted metering 4 to 1/2000 sec.
  • Page 59 (LI-42B) • Lithium ion battery Lithium ion rechargeable battery Product type DC 3.7 V Standard voltage 740 mAh Standard capacity Approx. 300 full charges (varies on usage) Battery tife Operating environment 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (charging)/ Temperature -10° C to 60° C (14° F to 140 °F) (operation)/ -20°C to 35°C (-4°F to 95°F) (storage) 31.5x39.5x6mm(1.2x 1.5x0.2in.)
  • Page 60 iii!ii!i_ _i_iiiJ!!i_i!i_!i_!i_!i_iJ!i!i_i!!i:i:iiii!_iiiii_iEi!_iii!_iiii!_iii!_iiii!_iii!_i ;iiiiii!iiEi!!!!:iiiii_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ii : _ i!i _ i!iiiIiIiIiIiI!iiiii!iiiiiii i il;iiiiiii! iii iiH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!i!i!i! POWER button Shutter button ,_j_/_*__"-__ £<_'P aker Strap eyelet Zoom lever \ .............. Microphone [d;_¢p 22 Connector cover/Multi-connector/ Self-timer lamp Lens DCqN jack _'_¢ P 15 _'_¢ P 29_ 30, 36 Card access lamp £<_'P...
  • Page 61 • Shooting Mode 11 10 Still pictures Movies 1 Shooting mode _74,[P}, ['_l, i_, _II, i-&-'],[] etc. P. 13 2 Flash mode <:_>, _, (_ P. 16 3 Silent mode P. 23 4 Macro mode P. 15 Super macro mode 5 Battery check _j = full power, _ = charge the battery P.

  • Page 62: Still Pictures

    • Playback Mode 1413 Still pictures Movies 1 Sitent mode D. 23 2 Print reservation/Number D. 32 _xl0 of prints _--jq 3 Sound record D. 22 4 Protect D. 25 D. 45 5 Battery check I_ = futt power, _ = charge the battery D.
  • Page 63 CUISINE _l ..........NTSC ............CUSTOM PRINT ........Number of storable still pictures ....42 Date and time Q ......7, 29, 39 OLYMPUS Master ........Digital zoom ......... 14, 16 Operation guide ......... Direct printing ..........Optical zoom ........
  • Page 64 P (Program auto) ......... Protect O-n ..........Recording movies with or without sound _1..........Recording _1..........Recording sound with still pictures I_ ..22 REDEYE FIX ..........Red-eye reduction flash @ ..... 16 RESET ..........21,43 Resizing _ ..........SCENE (Scene) ......... 6, 13, 21 SEL.
  • Page 65 Markham, Ontario Canada L3R 1E7 Calls 68 No I2o57, Bogota TeL (888)5534448 Tel: (0571)235-7260/348-1573 Fax: (0571} 348-1574 Mexico: Olympus Imaging de Mexico S.A. de C,V, E-mall: [email protected] WTC Mexico, CV Tronica LTDA Montecito N0,38 - Lobby - Office 3 Cra9No 23-49Local 2 15C,CIntercentro, Bogota Col.

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