Olympus Stylus 400 Digital Manuel d'utilisateur

DIGITAL CAMERAREFERENCE MANUAL Explanation of digital camera functions and operating instructions.Explanation of how to download images between your d

9Names of partsGetting started1Monitor P.35Battery compartment cover P.18OK/Menu button () P.39Monitor button(QUICK VIEW ) P.35Flash mode button Sh

996PlaybackCreating an index9 frames extracted from the movie are displayed as an index to show the movie at one glance. Indexes can be stored on the

100Creating an index6Playback• The 9 frames extracted from the movie appear as an index display, then the camera returns to the playback mode. The ind

1017Useful functions7 Useful functionsSaving the settings (All Reset)This function lets you choose whether or not to save the current camera settings

102Saving the settings (All Reset)7Useful functionszzzzFunctions that All Reset affectsFunction Factory default setting Ref. pageLCD ON P. 50Shooting

1037Useful functionsFormatting cards (Card setup)This function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Before using non-Oly

104Formatting cards (Card setup)7Useful functions3Press .• The BUSY bar is displayed and the card is formatted.Never do the following during formatti

1057Useful functionsDisplaying shooting informationThis function lets you display detailed shooting information on the monitor for 3 seconds in the pl

1067Useful functionsAdjusting the monitor brightnessThis function lets you adjust the brightness of the monitor. The brightness can be adjusted in eit

1077Useful functionsViewing a picture immediately after shooting (Rec View)You can choose whether or not to display the picture you have just taken on

1087Useful functionsTurning the beep sound offThis function lets you turn on/off the beep sound used for warnings, etc. The beep sound can be adjusted

10Names of parts1Getting startedMonitor indicationszzzzShooting modeItems Indications Ref. page1 Shooting mode , , , , , , P.472 Battery check ,

1097Useful functionsPixel MappingThe Pixel Mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is not nec

1107Useful functionsVideo output selectionYou can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. You can change the NTSC/PAL setting in

1118Print settings8 Print settingsHow to print picturesSeveral different printing options are available when you want to print out pictures.zzzz Print

112How to print pictures8Print settingsTIPSPicture size and printingThe resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of dots (pix

1138Print settingsAll-frame reservationUse this feature to print all the pictures stored on the card. You can select whether or not to include the sho

1148Print settingsSingle-frame reservationUse this feature to print only selected pictures. This function can also alter details (number of prints, da

115Single-frame reservationPrint settings86Press to select NO, DATE or TIME, then press .•The PRINT ORDER screen appears.NO : The picture is print

1168Print settingsResetting print reservation dataThis function allows you to reset all the print reservation data for pictures stored on the card.1Pl

117Miscellaneous99 MiscellaneousError codesMonitor indicationPossible cause Corrective actionNO CARDThe card is not inserted, or it cannot be recogniz

118Error codes9MiscellaneousThe date and time are not set.Set the date and time.Monitor indicationPossible cause Corrective actionY/M/D

11Names of partsGetting started116 Number of storable still picturesSeconds remaining1616''P.50P.57Items Indications Ref. page

119Miscellaneous9TroubleshootingzzzzThe camera does not work.The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond.Possible cause Corrective

120Troubleshooting9MiscellaneousThe subject is not displayed on the monitor.Possible cause Corrective action Ref. PageThe monitor was turned off befor

121TroubleshootingMiscellaneous9Pictures you have taken do not appear on the monitor.Possible cause Corrective action Ref. PageThe power is off. With

122Troubleshooting9MiscellaneouszzzzThe image quality is poor.The picture is too bright.Possible cause Corrective action Ref. PageThe flash was set to

123TroubleshootingMiscellaneous9The picture has obscured edge(s).Possible cause Corrective action Ref. PageThe lens was partly blocked by your finger

1249MiscellaneousMenu ListzzzzShooting mode menus(/ / / / / )Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. pageMODE MENUCAMERA ESP/ ESP, P.69DRIVE , P.70DIGITA

125Menu ListMiscellaneous9zzzzShooting mode menus ()Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. pageMODE MENUCAMERA ESP/ ESP, P.69DIGITAL ZOOM OFF, ON P.60CAR

126Menu List9MiscellaneouszzzzPlayback mode menus (Still picture)Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. pageMODE MENUPLAY OFF, ON P.930, +90°, -90° P.90,

127Menu ListMiscellaneous9zzzzPlayback mode menus ()Top menu Tab Function Setting Ref. pageMODE MENUPLAY OFF, ON P.93CARD CARD SETUP ALL ERASE, FORMAT

1289MiscellaneousFactory default settingszzzzShooting modezzzzPlayback modeAUTOOFFShooting mode PZoom WideMonitor OnESP/ESPHQ±0DRIVE (Single-frame sh

12Names of parts1Getting startedzzzzPlayback modeINFO setting allows you to select how much information to display on the monitor. Screens when the In

129Factory default settingsMiscellaneous9zzzzOthersONALL RESET ONENGLISH±02003.01.01VIDEO OUT∗∗ Settings differ according to the region where the came

1309MiscellaneousList of functions by shooting mode9 : available– : not available* The optical zoom cannot be changed during shooting.ModeFunction 999

131Miscellaneous9Camera maintenancezzzzAfter useClose the lens barrier.zzzzCleaning the camera1Close the lens barrier to turn the camera off. Make sur

132Camera maintenance9MiscellaneouszzzzHow to replace the battery (CR2025) of the remote control device1Turn the screw on the bottom of the remote con

133Miscellaneous9SpecificationsProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording systemStill picture : Digital recording, JPEG (in

134Specifications9MiscellaneousImage pickup deviceStylus/µ[mju:] 300 DIGITAL: 1/2.5'' CCD solid-state image pickup, 3,340,000 pixels (gross)

135Miscellaneous9Glossary of termsAE (Automatic Exposure)The camera’s built-in exposure meter automatically sets the exposure.CCD (Charge-Coupled Devi

136Glossary of terms9MiscellaneousJPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)A compression format for color still images. Photographs (images) shot using

137indexAAC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Ajusting the monitor brightness. . . . . 106AF target mark. . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 50All r

138indexMMacro mode shooting . . . . . 65Memory gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Mode menu . . .

13Names of partsGetting started1zzzzMemory gaugeThe memory gauge lights up when you take a picture or record a movie. While the gauge is lit, the came

139indexUUSB connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8VVideo cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Vi

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How to use your PC to get the most from images taken with your digital camera. Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. This manual

2IntroductionThis manual explains in detail how to connect your Olympus digital camera to a computer. Read it carefully and keep it in a safe place fo

3MacintoshWindowsINDEXFlowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Identifying the OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Windows (98/Me

4FlowchartBy connecting the camera to a computer with the provided USB cable, images on a card can be transferred to the computer. Some OS’s (operatin

Flowchart5• When connecting the camera to the computer, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power. When connected (transmitting) to t

6Identifying the OSIdentify the OS on your computer before connecting the camera. How to identify the OS depends on the computer. Windows1Double-c

Identifying the OS74A System Properties window will appear. Note and record the “System:” information.Confirm that your system is Windows 98, 98 SE, M

8WindowsWindowsUsing Windows 98/Me/2000/XPYour computer is turned on and Windows is running. If you are running any applications, quit them all.You

14Names of parts1Getting started* Energy consumption varies greatly depending on the camera’s operational status. The camera may turn off without disp

9WindowsInstalling the USB driver for Windows 98(When using Windows 98/98 SE)If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, you must install the USB driver. Follow t

Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows 98/98 SE)10Windows3Click “Continue”. The installation of the USB driver will start.4Click

11WindowsConnecting the camera to the computerUsers running Windows 98/98SE need to install the USB drive before connecting the camera to your compute

Connecting the camera to the computer12Windows3Turn the camera on. Camera with a lens barrierThe power turns on automatically, with the exception of s

Connecting the camera to the computer13Windows4The computer recognizes the camera as a new device.When you connect the camera to the computer for the

14WindowsConfirming the computer recognizes the camera1Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop.For users running Windows XP, click “My Comp

15WindowsConfirming the USB driver is installedIf the computer does not recognize the camera as a Removable Disk, follow the procedure below to check

Confirming the USB driver is installed16Windows4Confirm that “OLYMPUS Digital Camera” is in the “Universal Serial Bus Controller” category.If you cann

17WindowsDownloading images to your computer1Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop.For users running Windows XP, click “Control Panel” fr

Downloading images to your computer18Windows4Double-click the “100olymp” folder.Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.jpg” are d

151Getting startedHow to use this manualThis sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this manual.Indications use

Downloading images to your computer19WindowsThe “My Documents” window is displayed.6Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in thi

20WindowsDisconnecting the camera from your computerIf your OS is Windows Me/2000, proceed to “Windows Me/2000/XP” ( p.21). Windows 981Make sure

Disconnecting the camera from your computer21Windows4Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.5R

Disconnecting the camera from your computer22Windows2Click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the task bar.The message saying that the drive ha

23MacintoshMacintoshUsing Mac OS (9/X)Your computer is turned on and Mac OS is running.If you are running any applications, quit them all.You are r

24MacintoshConnecting the camera to the computer1Insert the marked end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer as shown below. 2After maki

Connecting the camera to the computer25Macintosh3Turn the camera on. Camera with a lens barrierThe power turns on automatically, with the exception of

26MacintoshDownloading images to your computer Mac OS 9You can download images from the camera and save them in your computer (in this case, in th

Downloading images to your computer27MacintoshImage files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.JPG” are displayed.4Double-click the “Macint

Downloading images to your computer28MacintoshThe “Hard Disk” window is displayed.5Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this

161Getting startedAttaching the strap1Thread the short end of the strap through the strap eyelet.2Thread the long end of the strap through the loop th

Downloading images to your computer29Macintosh Mac OS XMalfunctions such as the following may occur due to the OS.• If the camera is not connected

30MacintoshDisconnecting the camera from your computer1Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking.

31Downloading image files using other OS(For other OS users)Users running other OS cannot connect the camera directly to a computer.     Windows 9

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171Getting startedCharging the batteryThis camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-10B). The battery is dedicated to this camera and other batt

181Getting startedLoading the batteryUse an Olympus LI-10B lithium ion battery.1Make sure that:2Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction o

z Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optim

19Loading the batteryGetting started1zzzzRemoving the battery1Turn the camera over so that it is upside down.• This will prevent the battery from fall

20Loading the battery1Getting startedUsing an optional AC adapterIn addition to the lithium ion battery provided with the camera, you can also use an

21Loading the batteryGetting started1• Power is consumed continuously during the conditions described below. This could mean that the battery runs dow

221Getting startedInserting a card“Card” in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card. The camera uses the card to record pictures.Card basicsThe card

23Inserting a cardGetting started13Open the card cover by pulling the card cover catch towards you.4Face the card the correct way and insert it into t

24Inserting a card1Getting startedRemoving the card1Open the connector cover and the card cover. 2Push the card all the way in to unlock it, then let

251Getting startedPower on/offzzzzWhen shooting picturesPower on: Open the lens barrier. The camera turns on in the shooting mode. The lens extends a

26Power on/off1Getting startedzzzzWhen playing back pictures Power on: Press with the lens barrier closed. The camera turns on in the playback mode.

27Power on/offGetting started1If the card is not recognized (card check)When the power is turned on, the camera checks the card automatically. If ther

281Getting startedSelecting a languageYou can select a language for on-screen display. This reference manual shows the English on-screen display in th

2For customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in EuropeTrademarks• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporati

29Selecting a languageGetting started16Press to select a language, then press . 7Press again to exit the menu.8Close the lens barrier to turn the

301Getting startedSetting the date and time1Open the lens barrier fully.• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.2Press .• The top menu is display

31Setting the date and timeGetting started16Press to select one of the following date formats: Y-M-D (Year/Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/Day/Year), D-M-Y

321Getting startedHolding the cameraWhen taking pictures, hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent th

332Quick-start guide2 Quick-start guideShootingTaking still picturesP.501Open the lens barrier fully.2Decide the composition of the picture while look

34Shooting2Quick-start guideRecording moviesP.571Open the lens barrier fully.2Press ( ). • The virtual dial screen (Shooting mode selection screen) is

352Quick-start guidePlaybackViewing still pictures1Press with the lens barrier closed.• The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken.2Us

36Playback2Quick-start guideViewing movies1Press with the lens barrier closed.2Use the arrow pad to display the picture with , then press .• The to

372Quick-start guideProtecting pictures1Press with the lens barrier closed.• The monitor turns on.2Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want

382Quick-start guideErasing pictures (Single-frame erase)1Press with the lens barrier closed.2Use the arrow pad to display the picture you want to e

3ContentsP.4Introduction of the camera’s functionsThis section guides you through the basic operations from taking pictures to playing them back.“Quic

393Using the menus and tabs3 Using the menus and tabsAbout the menusWhen you turn on the camera and press , the top menu is displayed on the monitor.

403Using the menus and tabsHow to use the menusWBMODE MENUCARDSEtCAMERADRIVEDIGItAL ZOOMOFFOFFESPESPPANORAMA2 IN 1ESP/ESP/SEtCAMCARDCARD%SEtUPCAMCARDS

41How to use the menus3Using the menus and tabs• Not all items can be selected depending on the camera mode and settings.• Pressing the shutter button

423Using the menus and tabsShortcut menuszzzzShooting modeShortcut menus are frequently used menus that can be accessed from the top menu. Adjusts the

43Shortcut menus3Using the menus and tabszzzzPlayback modeRuns through all saved pictures one after another as slide show. P.88MOVIE PLAYBACKPlays bac

443Using the menus and tabsMode MenusThe MODE MENU is divided into tabs. Press to select a tab and display the associated menu items.zzzzShooting mo

45Mode Menus3Using the menus and tabszzzzPlayback modePIXEL MAPPINGChecks the CCD and image processing functions for errors.P.109Adjusts the brightnes

46Mode Menus3Using the menus and tabsCARD tabCARD SETUPErases all image data stored on the card or formats the card.P.95P.103SETUP tabALL RESETSelects

47Shooting basics44 Shooting basicsShooting modesThis camera has 7 shooting modes to choose from depending on the shooting conditions and the effect y

48Shooting modes4Shooting basics3Select the mode best suited to your purpose from the following.•Press to select the mode. 4Press .• The virtual dia

4ContentsContents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Getting started 8Names of parts . . . . . .

49Shooting modesShooting basics4zzzzNIGHT SCENESuitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. The camera sets a slower shutter speed than

504Shooting basicsTaking still picturesYou can take still pictures using either the monitor or the viewfinder. Both methods are easy as all you have t

51Taking still picturesShooting basics43Press the shutter button gently (halfway) to adjust the focus.• When the focus and exposure are locked, the gr

52Taking still pictures4Shooting basics2Position the AF target mark in the viewfinder on the subject.3Take the picture by following the same procedure

53Taking still picturesShooting basics4• Never open the card cover, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter while the orange lamp is blinking.

544Shooting basicsIf correct focus cannot be obtainedWhen the subject you want to focus on is not in the center of the frame and you cannot position t

55If correct focus cannot be obtainedShooting basics45Press the shutter button fully.TIPSThe green lamp blinks.Æ You are too close to the subject. Tak

564Shooting basicsNight scene modeSetting the mode to NIGHT SCENE allows you to take landscape shots at night under optimum conditions. In this mode,

57Shooting basics4Recording moviesYou can record movies with this camera. Recorded movies can be played back or stored as the other still pictures usi

58Recording movies4Shooting basics• The magnification of the optical zoom cannot be changed during movie recording. The zoom is fixed in the Wide posi

5Contents3 Using the menus and tabs 39About the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39How to use the menus. .

59Shooting basics4ZoomTelephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 3× magnification (the optical zoom limit, equivalent to 35 mm –105 mm on a 35

60Zoom4Shooting basicsUsing the digital zoom1Open the lens barrier fully. • The lens extends and the monitor turns on.2Press .• The top menu is displ

61ZoomShooting basics46Press to select ON, then press . •Press again to exit the menu and return to shooting status.7Press the zoom button toward

624Shooting basicsUsing the flashSelect the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve.1Open the lens barrier f

63Using the flashShooting basics4zzzzAuto-flash (No indication)The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.To shoot a subject w

64Using the flash4Shooting basicszzzzFlash off ( )The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photog

655Advanced shooting5 Advanced shootingMacro mode shootingThe macro mode allows you to shoot at a distance of 20 cm to 50 cm (0.7 ft. to 1.6 ft.) from

665Advanced shootingSelf-timer shootingThis function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer s

675Advanced shootingRemote control shootingShooting is possible using the remote control device (sold separately in some regions). This is useful when

68Remote control shooting5Advanced shootingTIPSThe self-timer/remote control lamp does not blink after pressing the shutter button on the remote contr

6ContentsVarying the image brightness (Exposure compensation) . . 79Adjusting the White balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816 Playb

695Advanced shootingSelecting the metering areaIn a backlight situation, your subject may appear dark if the picture is taken with the normal metering

705Advanced shootingSequential shootingThis function ( ) allows you to take a rapid succession of still pictures by pressing and holding the shutter b

715Advanced shootingPanorama shootingYou can take advantage of panorama shooting with the Olympus xD-Picture Card. Panorama shooting lets you connect

72Panorama shooting5Advanced shooting3Make sure that the edges of the pictures overlap, then take your pictures.• Focus, exposure and white balance ar

735Advanced shootingTaking two-in-one picturesThis function allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a single picture.

74Taking two-in-one pictures5Advanced shooting• During two-in-one picture shooting, the panorama and sequential shooting are not available.• When the

755Advanced shootingSelecting a record modeYou can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Choose the best record mode for you

76Selecting a record mode5Advanced shootingStill Picture Record Modes for Stylus 400 DIGITAL/µ[mju:] 400 DIGITALStill Picture Record Modes for Stylus

77Selecting a record modeAdvanced shooting51In the shooting mode top menu, press to select . “How to use the menus” (P.40)2Press to select the de

78Selecting a record mode5Advanced shooting3If you choose SQ2 for still pictures, press to display the screen for selecting the resolution. Press to

7Contents8 Print settings 111How to print pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111All-frame reservation . . . . . . . . .

795Advanced shootingVarying the image brightness (Exposure compensation)In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the came

80Varying the image brightness (Exposure compensation)5Advanced shooting• If the flash is used, the image brightness (exposure) may differ from the in

815Advanced shootingAdjusting the White balanceColor reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight, the setting

82Adjusting the White balance5Advanced shooting3Press .• If you selected AUTO, press again to exit the menu.• If you selected PRESET, the screen fo

836Playback6 PlaybackViewing still pictures1Press .• The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken. (Single-frame playback)2Use the arrow

84Viewing still pictures6PlaybackQUICK VIEWThis function lets you play back pictures while the camera is in the shooting mode. This is useful when you

85Viewing still picturesPlayback6Close-up playbackPictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged in steps up to 4 times the original size. 1Use the

866PlaybackIndex displayThis function lets you show several pictures at the same time on the monitor. The number of pictures shown can be 4, 9 or 16.

87Index displayPlayback6Selecting the number of picturesThis function lets you select the number of pictures in an index display from 4, 9 and 16.1In

886PlaybackSlideshowThis function displays still pictures stored on the card one after another. Only the first frame of movies is played back.1Display

81Getting started1 Getting startedNames of partsCameraShutter button P.33Flash P.62USB connectorConnector cover P.23, 89DC-IN jack (4.8V) P.20Sel

896PlaybackPlayback on a TVUse the Video cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images (still pictures and movies) on your TV.1Make sure

90Playback on a TV6PlaybackPicture RotationPictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you turn such

916PlaybackViewing movies1Press .• The monitor turns on.2Use the arrow pad to display the picture with . “Viewing still pictures” (P.83)3Press .• Th

92Viewing movies6Playback5Press to select MOVIE PLAYBACK, then press . • The movie is played back. When playback ends, the display automatically ret

936PlaybackProtecting picturesYou are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erase

946PlaybackErasing picturesYou can erase recorded pictures either one at a time or all at once.• You cannot erase pictures that are protected. Cancel

95Erasing picturesPlayback6All-frame eraseThis function erases all the pictures on the card.1In the playback mode top menu, select MODE MENU Æ CARD Æ

966PlaybackEditing still picturesThis function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. The following editing operations are possi

97Editing still picturesPlayback6• To cancel the editing, select CANCEL and press .• You cannot create black and white movies.• You cannot create a b

98Editing still pictures6Playback• Resizing is not possible in the following cases.Movies, pictures edited on a PC, or when there is insufficient memo