Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product FE-25/X-20 Olympus
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Printed in China VN200701 book_d4397_en_UA.indb 62 2008/12/09 17:40:50 DIGIT AL CAMERA FE-25/X-20 ● 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.
Printed in China VN200701 book_d4397_en_UA.indb 62 2008/12/09 17:40:50 DIGIT AL CAMERA FE-25/X-20 ● 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.
61 EN MEMO book_d4397_en_UA.indb 61 2008/12/09 17:40:49 4 EN Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons.
61 EN MEMO book_d4397_en_UA.indb 61 2008/12/09 17:40:49 4 EN Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons.
5 EN 1 G SLIDESHOW .............. p. 27 2 I EDIT Q (Resize) ............... p. 27 P (Crop) ................... p. 27 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions In playback mode, settings can be adjusted. MENU EXIT SET OK PLA YBACK MENU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Playback mode top menu 3 J PLA YBACK MENU 0 (Protect) .
6 EN Names of Par ts 1 Strap eyelet ................................. p. 10 2 Battery/card compartment cover ..................... p. 10 3 Flash ........................................... p. 19 Camera unit 6 7 1 3 4 5 2 4 Lens .......................
7 EN 3 2 4 5 7 6 10 11 9 8 1 1 n button ............................ p. 12 2 Card access lamp ....................... p. 44 3 Monitor .................................. p. 14, 39 4 m button ................................. p. 3 5 / D button (backlight boost/erase) .
8 EN Monitor Shooting mode display +2.0 1/30 F3.1 P 4 IN ISO 400 N ORM 1 6 7 9 11 12 13 8 10 17 16 15 14 2 4 5 3 +2.0 IN 00:34 QVGA 15 1 7 9 8 10 13 17 15 14 2 4 5 3 10M 10M Still image Movie 1 Shooting mode ............................ p. 14 2 Flash mode .
9 EN Playback mode display 10 M 2009.08.26 2009.08.26 12:30 4 +2.0 F3.1 10 IN x 100-0004 N ORM 1/1000 ISO 4 00 2 8 9 7 5 6 10 3 4 1 14 15 11 12 13 2009.08.26 2009.08.26 12:30 100-0004 00:14 / 00:34 IN QVGA 15 9 14 7 8 10 3 4 1 11 12 Still image Movie 1 Silent mode .
10 EN Preparing the Camer a 2 For the types of batteries that can be used, see “Battery handling precautions” (p. 43). If using rechargeable batteries, charge the batteries. T urn off the camera before opening the battery/card compartment cover . When to replace the batteries Replace the batteries when the error message shown below appears.
11 EN Using the micr oSD car d/ microSDHC car d (sold separately) A microSD card or microSDHC card (hereafter both will be referred to as microSD card) is also compatible with this camera using the microSD Attachment. “Using the microSD Attachment” (p.
12 EN Ar row pad and oper ation guide The symbols 1243 , displayed on various setting and movie playback screens indicate that the arrow pad be used. 2009.08.26 12:30 100-0004 00:14 / 00:34 IN / 2008 08 26 12 30 OK X YM D TIME MENU CANCEL SET Y M D 0.
13 EN Changing the display language The language for the menu and error messages displayed on the monitor is adjustable. 1 Press the m button, and press klmn to select [ E ] (SETUP).
14 EN Shooting, Playback, and Erasing 2 Hold the camera and compose the shot. 1/400 F3.5 AUTO Horizontal grip V ertical grip Monitor 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject.
15 EN 4 T o take the picture, gently press the shutter button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera. 1/400 F3.1 P Image review screen Press fully T o view images during shooting Pressing the q button enables playback of images. T o return to shooting, either press the K button or press the shutter button halfway down.
16 EN Operations during movie playback Fast-f orward: Press and hold down n . Rewind: Press and hold down m . Pause: Press the B button. 2009.08.26 12:30 100-0004 00:12 / 00:34 IN QVGA 15 QVGA 15 Duri.
17 EN Submenu 1 Application B PORTRAIT/ F LANDSCAPE/ G NIGHT SCENE *1 / M NIGHT+PORTRAIT/ C SPORT/ N INDOOR/ W CANDLE *1 / R SELF PORTRAIT/ S SUNSET *1 / X FIREWORKS *1 / V CUISINE/ d DOCUMENTS The camera takes a picture using the optimum settings for the scene conditions.
18 EN Using the digital image stabilization mode ( h mode) This mode enables the user to reduce blur that is caused by camera shake and subject movement.
19 EN Using the fl ash The fl ash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. 1 Press the # button. P OK OK AUTO SET SET FLASH AUTO FLASH AUTO AUTO ! # $ 2 Use mn to select the setting option, and press the B button to set. Option Description FLASH AUTO The fl ash fi res automatically in low-light or backlight conditions.
20 EN Adjusting the brightness ( Exposur e compensation) The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for G ) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a desired shot. 1 Press the F button. 0.0 0.
21 EN Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay . 1 Press the Y button. OFF P OK OK N ORM SET SELFTIMER OFF ON Y 10M 2 Use kl to select the desired setting option, and press the B button to set.
22 EN Index view and close-up view Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10x magni fi cation) allows checking of image details. 1 Press the zoom buttons. 2009.08.26 4 IN 12:30 2009.08.26 12:30 10 x 4 IN 2009.08.26 12:30 4 IN 2009.
23 EN Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Shooting Functions In shooting mode, settings can be adjusted. E indicates the mode in which the function can be set. The default settings of the function are highlighted in .
24 EN Adjusting to a natural color scheme [ WB] B CAMERA MENU X WB E : P h s n Submenu 2 Application AUTO The camera automatically adjusts the white balance according to the shooting scene.
25 EN Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Creating panoramic images [ P ANORAMA] B CAMERA MENU X P ANORAMA E : P h s Panorama shooting lets you create a panoramic picture, using the OL YMPUS Master 2 software on the provided CD-ROM.
26 EN Switching the shooting modes [ C SWITCH SHOOTING MODES] C SWITCH SHOOTING MODES E : P G h s n Submenu 1 Application P Shooting with optimum aperture value and shutter speed (p. 14). G Shooting with automatic settings (p. 17). DIS MODE Using the digital image stabilization mode (p.
27 EN Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Menus for Playbac k, Editing, and Printing Functions Settings can be adjusted during image playback. Playing back pictures automatically [ G SLIDESHOW] G SLIDESHOW T o start a slideshow After pressing the B button, the slideshow starts.
28 EN Erasing images [ K ERASE] K ERASE Submenu 1 Application SEL. IMAGE Images are individually selected and erased. ALL ERASE All images in the internal memory or card will be erased. When erasing pictures in the internal memory , do not insert the card into the camera.
29 EN Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Erasing data completely [ MEMOR Y FORMA T]/[ FORMA T] E SETUP X MEMORY FORMA T/FORMA T Before formatting, check that no important data is left in the internal memory or card.
30 EN Setting the operation sound [ BEEP] E SETUP X BEEP Submenu 2 Application OFF/ON Turn of f or on the operating sound/ warning sound of the camera buttons. Adjusting the brightness of the monitor [ s ] E SETUP X s Submenu 2 Application BRIGHT/ NORMAL Selects the monitor brightness depending on the surrounding brightness.
31 EN Select the settings for the functions while referring to “Using the Menu” (p. 3). Saving battery power between shots [ POWER SA VE] E SETUP X POWER SA VE Submenu 2 Application OFF Cancels [POWER SA VE]. ON When the camera is not being used for approx.
32 EN Printing 2 T urn on the printer , and then connect the printer and camera. USB cable (supplied) USB connector OK PC / CUSTOM PRINT EASY PRINT ST ART n button 3 Press the n button to start printing. 4 T o print another image, use mn to select an image, and press the B button.
33 EN Changing the printer’s settings for printing [ CUSTOM PRINT] 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [EASY PRINT] (p. 32), and press the B button. EASY PRINT USB SET OK EXIT CUSTOM PRINT PC 2 Use kl to select [CUSTOM PRINT], and press the B button. 3 Use kl to select the print mode, and press the B button.
34 EN Submenu 5 Submenu 6 Application < × 0 to 10 This selects the number of prints. DA TE WITH/ WITHOUT Selecting [WITH] prints the images with the date. Selecting [WITHOUT] prints the images without the date. FILE NAME WITH/ WITHOUT Selecting [WITH] prints the fi le name on the image.
35 EN Print Reser vations (DPOF *1 ) In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at a printer or print shop supporting DPOF by using only the print reservations on the card without a computer or a camera.
36 EN Reser ving one print each of all images on the car d [ U ] 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [ < ] (p. 35). 2 Use kl to select [ U ], and press the B button. 3 Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [ < ]. Resetting all print reser vation data 1 Press the q button, and then press the m button to display the top menu.
37 EN Using OL YMPUS Master 2 System requir ements and installation of OL YMPUS Master 2 Install the OL YMPUS Master 2 software by referring to the included installation guide. Connecting the camera to a computer 1 Make sure the camera is turned off. The monitor is off.
38 EN T ransfer ring and saving images without using OL YMPUS Master 2 This camera is compatible with the USB Mass Storage Class. Y ou can transfer and save the image data on your computer while the camera and the computer are connected.
---- -- -- -- -- X YM YM D D TIME MENU CANCEL 39 EN Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fi x the problem(s). T roubleshooting Battery “The camera does not work even when batteries are installed”.
40 EN Er ror message When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor , check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action q CARD ERROR Card problem Insert a new card. q WRITE PROTECT Card problem Use a computer to cancel the read-only setting.
41 EN Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below . Focusing “Focusing on the subject” T aking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture.
42 EN Color hue “T aking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear” T aking pictures by selecting [WB] (p. 24) Best results in most environments can normally be obtained with the AUTO setting, but for some subjects, you should try experimenting with different settings.
43 EN Appendix Batter y handling precautions In addition to the batteries provided with the camera, the following types of battery can be used. Choose the power source best suited to the situation. AA alkaline batteries The number of pictures that you can take may vary considerably depending on the battery manufacturer and shooting conditions.
44 EN Using an xD-Pictur e Car d A card (and internal memory) also corresponds to the fi lm that records images in a fi lm camera. Otherwise, the recorded images (data) can be erased, and retouching is also available with the use of a computer .
45 EN Number of storable pictures (still pictures)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and xD-Picture Card Still pictures IMAGE SIZE COMPRES- SION Number of storable still pict.
46 EN Using the microSD Attachment Do not use the attachment with Olympus digital cameras that do not support this microSD Attachment, as well as with other brands of digital cameras, computers, printers, and other devices that support xD-Picture Card.
47 EN Handling the Camera W ARNING Do not use the camera near fl ammable or explosive gases. Do not use the fl ash and LED on people (infants, small children, etc.) at close range. Y ou must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the faces of your subjects.
48 EN Battery Handling Precautions Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns. DANGER Use only the Olympus brand NiMH batteries and proper fi tting charger .
49 EN Caution for Usage Environment T o protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in the places listed below , no matter if in use or storage: Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes.
50 EN LCD Monitor Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback mode failure or damage to the monitor . A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor , but this is not a malfunction. When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear zigzagged on the monitor .
51 EN FCC Notice Radio and T elevision Interference Changes or modi fi cations not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
52 EN OL YMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED W ARRANTY - IMAGING PRODUCTS Olympus warrants that the enclosed Olympus® imaging product(s) and related Olympus® accessories (individually a “Product” and collec.
53 EN IF ANY IMPLIED W ARRANTIES APPL Y AS A MA TTER OF LAW , THEY ARE LIMITED IN DURA TION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY . SOME ST A TES MA Y NOT RECOGNIZE A DISCLAIMER OR LIMIT A TION OF WARRANTIES AND/OR LIMIT ATION OF LIABILITY SO THE ABOVE DISCLAIMERS AND EXCLUSIONS MA Y NOT APPL Y .
54 EN T rademarks IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc. xD-Picture Card™ is a trademark. microSD is a trademark of the SD Association.
55 EN SPECIFICA TIONS Camera Product type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) Recording system Still pictures : Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)) Applicable standards : Exif 2.
56 EN Inde x ERASE K ALL ERASE ....................................... 28 SEL. IMAGE ...................................... 28 Single image erase ............................ 16 Error message ...................................... 40 F F ACE DETECT ..
57 EN O OL YMPUS Master 2 ............................. 37 Operation guide .................................... 12 P P ANORAMA .......................................... 25 PictBridge ............................................. 32 Playback image Close-up view .
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61 EN MEMO book_d4397_en_UA.indb 61 2008/12/09 17:40:49 4 EN Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Using the FUNC Menu (p. 21) Frequently used shooting menu functions can be set with less steps using the FUNC menu. Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used shooting functions can be accessed using the direct buttons.
Printed in China VN200701 book_d4397_en_UA.indb 62 2008/12/09 17:40:50 DIGIT AL CAMERA FE-25/X-20 ● 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.
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