Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SH-25MR Olympus
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Instruction Manual DIGIT AL CAMERA ● 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.
2 EN Checking the contents of the box Checking the contents of the box Strap Stylus pen Lithium Ion Battery (LI-50B) USB cable (CB-USB8) Digital camera or Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchase location.
3 EN 1 6 5 4 7 8 9 16 14 15 13 18 17 10 11 12 2 3 19 20 21 23 22 24 Names of P ar ts Names of Par ts Camera unit 1 Mode dial 2 Shutter button 3 Zoom lever 4 Strap eyelet 5 Connector cover 6 Multi-conn.
4 EN Monitor Shooting mode display Shooting mode display 1/100 F3.0 1/100 F3.0 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO P P 4 4 00:34 00:34 GPS 16 M Date N ORM 1080 10 11 12 13 14 20 15 17 16 18 19 30 28 29 20 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 21 23 22 26 24 25 27 1 Flash .
5 EN Playback mode display Playback mode display ’12/02/26 ’12/02/26 12:3 0 12:30 16 M 2.0 2.0 F3.0 F3.0 1/1000 1/1000 AUTO WB AUTO WB 100 ISO 100 ISO N ORM ’12/02/26 12:3 0 10 10 3D 3D 4/30 4/30 100-0004 100-0004 P P 00:1 2/ 00:34 00:12/ 00:34 10 10 3D 3D 4/30 4/30 --------- 16 M 2.
6 EN Camera Settings Using the dial and the direct buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. Mode dial Changing the shooting mode (p. 25) Zoom lever (p. 20, 24) Shutter button (p. 18, 64) R button (record movies) (p. 19) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p.
7 EN The FGHI symbols displayed during image selection and menu navigation indicate the roles played by the buttons on the arrow pad (p. 6). X MENU Back Y/M/D Y M D Time -- -- : . . 2012 02 26 N OR M ‘12/02/26 12:30 N ORM 16 M ‘12/02/26 12:30 MENU Sel.
8 EN 1 Press the m button. ● The setup menu is displayed. MENU Camera Menu 1 Back Reset Reset Compression Normal Shadow Adjust Auto Touch Shutter Off Digital Zoom Off AF Mode Face/iESP ESP ESP/ 2 Press H to select the page tabs. Use FG to select the desired page tab and press I .
9 EN Using the T ouch Panel Use the touch panel by touching the screen with your fi nger. ● The touch panel can be used for operations marked with ] in this manual. ● Using a screen protector or gloves may cause poor operability . ● Use a stylus pen (supplied) when it is dif fi cult to operate with your fi nger .
10 EN Menu Index 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO MENU MENU 16 M Flash Auto P P 4 4 N O R 7 8 2 6 5 9 MENU Camera Menu 1 Back Reset Reset Compression Normal Shadow Adjust Auto Touch Shutter Off Digital Zoom Off AF Mode Face/iESP ESP ESP/ a b c d e 0 3 4 f 1 1 Shooting mode P (Program Auto) .
11 EN Preparing the Camer a Preparing the Camer a Inser ting the batter y and car d 1 2 Insert the battery with the C mark toward the battery lock knob. Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or an explosion. Insert the battery while sliding the battery lock knob in the direction of the arrow .
12 EN Charging the batter y with the included USB-A C adapter The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. If you received a plug-in type USB-AC adapter , plug it directly into AC outlet.
13 EN When to charge the batteries When to charge the batteries Charge the battery when the error message shown below appears. Monitor bottom left Error message Flashes in red Battery Empty Using the supplied CD for setup Installation of [ib] computer software is available on Windows computers only .
14 EN [ib] Operating System Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows Vista / Windows 7 Processor Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better (Core2Duo 2.13GHz or better required for movies) RAM 512 MB or more (.
15 EN 3 Copy the camera manual. ● Click the “Camera Instruction Manual” button to open the folder containing the camera manuals. Copy the manual for your language to the computer . Language, date, time, and time zone Y ou can choose the language in which menus and messages are displayed in the monitor .
16 EN Before Using GPS The camera’s GPS (Global Positioning System) feature determines your position (latitude and longitude) and stores this information with pictures taken with the camera. The camera uses supplementary orbital data (assisted GPS or A-GPS) for improved signal acquisition.
17 EN FGHI Select a landmark. A Update GPS data. Some countries or regions may regulate the use of GPS devices. Follow all local regulations. Turn GPS off when on board aircraft and in other locations in which the use of GPS devices is prohibited. The provision of A-GPS data may be terminated without prior notice.
18 EN Shooting, Playback, and Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Erasing ] Shooting with the optimum aper ture value and shutter speed ( P mode) In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc.
19 EN Shooting mo vies 1 Press the R button to start recording. REC REC 0:00 0:00 0:00:34 0:00:34 720 REC REC 0:00 0:00 0:00:34 0:00:34 Displayed in red during shooting Recording time Continuous recording length (p. 72) Sound is recorded with movies. The effects for the current shooting mode also apply to movies.
20 EN Using the zoom Turning the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range. W side T side 4.6 4.6 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 16 M 4 4 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 16 M N ORM 4 4 N ORM P P P P 10.0 10.0 Zoom bar Optical zoom: 12.
21 EN 1 Press F (INFO). ● The displayed shooting information changes in the order shown below each time the button is pressed. “Shooting mode display” (p. 4) P P N ORM P P P P 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 16 M 4 4 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 16 M N ORM 4 4 0.
22 EN ] Viewing ima ges 1 Press the q button. Number of frames/ T otal number of images ’12/02/26 12:30 12:30 4/30 4/30 ’12/02/26 Playback image 2 Press HI to view other images. Displays previous image Displays next image Press and hold HI to advance or rewind.
23 EN Erasing ima ges during playback (Single image er ase) 1 Display the image you want to erase and press G ( D ). Erase Cancel Cancel Erase MENU Back 2 Press FG to select [Erase], and press the A button. Multiple images or all images can be erased at a time (p.
24 EN Index view and c lose-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.
25 EN T o change the shooting mode T o change the shooting mode The shooting mode ( P , M , s , Q , ~ , P , - , . ) can be changed by rotating the mode dial.
26 EN Submenu Application B Portrait/ F Landscape/ ' Hand-Held Starlight/ G Night Scene *1 / M Night+Portrait/ C Sport/ N Indoor/ R Self Portrait/ S Sunset *1 / X Fireworks *1 / V Cuisine/ d Docu.
27 EN Depending on the subject or the situation (if the distance between the camera and subject is too short), the image may not look 3D. The 3D viewing angle varies depending on the subject, etc. T o exit 3D shooting mode without saving an image, press the m button.
28 EN ● [Set 1], [Set 2] or [Set 3] retouches the image according to the Beauty Settings. [Beauty Settings] (p. 57) 3 Point the camera toward the subject. Check the frame appearing around the face detected by the camera,and then press the shutter button to take the picture.
29 EN When set to [Auto] or [Manual], [Image Size] (p. 36) is fi xed to 2M or equivalent. The focus, exposure, zoom position (p. 20), and white balance (p. 34) are locked at the fi rst frame. The fl ash (p. 21) is fi xed to $ (Flash Off) mode. T o shoot with [Auto] T o shoot with [Auto] 1 Point the camera to the start position.
30 EN T aking pictures with [PC] T aking pictures with [PC] 1 Use FGHI to select the direction that the frames are combined. 2 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame, and then point the camera for the second frame. The shooting procedure is same as that of [Manual].
31 EN ] Shooting two types of image at a time ( - mode) In the - mode, there are some limitations of the image size. The image size may be automatically changed depending on the settings. 1 Set the shooting mode to - (Multi-Record). 2 Use HI to select the mode and then press the G button.
32 EN The [Image Size] is limited as follows. Still image Main: [ 2 ] or larger Sub: [ 1 ], [ 9 ], [ : ] Movie Main: [ 5 ] [ 6 ] Sub: [ 7 ] [ 8 ] T o use [ T o use [ P P and Original] and Original] 1 Use HI to select the mode and the press the A button.
33 EN “Using the Menu” (p. 7) Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) This function enables the camera to focus and shoot subjects at close distances. 1 Select the macro option in the function menu. 0.0 0.0 MENU MENU 16 M AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO Off 2 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set.
34 EN Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation) The standard brightness (appropriate exposure) set by the camera based on the shooting mode (except for M ) can be adjusted brighter or darker to obtain a desired shot. 1 Select the exposure compensation option in the function menu.
35 EN When the white area is not large enough or when the color is too bright, too dark, or loud, the white balance cannot be registered. Return to Step 2 . Or , set the other white balance. Selecting the ISO sensitivity 1 Select the ISO setting option in the function menu.
36 EN The [Image Size] is limited. [ c ] [ d ] [ + ]: [ 3 ] or lower With settings other than [ o ], the fl ash (p. 21) is fi xed to [ $ Flash Off]. Digital zoom (p. 42) is not available with high-speed sequential shooting or [ + ]. The ISO sensitivity is fi xed to [ISO Auto].
37 EN ] Playing back panorama images Panorama images that were combined together using [Auto] or [Manual] can be scrolled for viewing. “Creating panoramic images ( p mode)” (p. 28) 1 Select a panorama image during playback. “Viewing images” (p.
38 EN T o start a slideshow, press the m button. T o stop the slideshow, press the m or A button. 3D images are composed of JPEG fi les and MPO fi les.
39 EN - - (Multi-Record) frame (Multi-Record) frame ● The images are played back. ● Expand to display two images side-by-side. ● Turn the zoom lever during playback to switch between two images.
40 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Menus for Shooting Functions Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in .
41 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Setting the T ouch Shutter function Setting the T ouch Shutter function [T ouch Shutter] [T ouch Shutter] I (Camera Menu 1) X T ouch Shutter Submenu 2 Application On The subject that is touched is focused on and the picture is taken automatically .
42 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Shooting at higher magni fi cations than Shooting at higher magni fi cations than optical zoom [Digital Zoom] optical zoom [Digital Zoom] I (Camera Menu 1) X Digital Zoom Submenu 2 Application Off Disable digital zoom.
43 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Automatically rotating images shot with Automatically rotating images shot with the camera in a vertical position during the came.
44 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Using Super-Resolution T echnology for Using Super-Resolution T echnology for High-Quality Zoom [Super-Res Zoom] High-Quality Zoom [Super-Res Zoom] J (Camera Menu 2) X Super-Res Zoom Submenu 2 Application Off T ake pictures without super-resolution zoom.
45 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Menus for Playbac k, Editing, and Printing Functions Menus for Playbac k, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Data must be created with the [ib] (PC software) before using some functions.
46 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Related items Images corresponding the related items 35ºN 139ºE 35ºN 139ºE ALL ALL 2012/ 02/26 2012/ 02/26 ALL Using the [ib].
47 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Adjusting Exposure for Faces Adjusting Exposure for Faces [Beauty Fix] [Beauty Fix] q (Playback Menu) X Edit X Beauty Fix Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective.
48 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). 1 Select the image using HI , and press the A button. ● If the target landmark is at a distance from the position recorded on the images, it may not be displayed. ● A list of the landmarks registered near the position recorded on the images are displayed.
49 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Erasing images [Erase] Erasing images [Erase] q (Playback Menu) X Erase Submenu 2 Application All Erase All images in the internal memory or card will be erased. Sel. Image Images are individually selected and erased.
50 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Menus for Other Camera Settings Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in .
51 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Remove the Eye-Fi card from the camera or select [Off] for [Eye-Fi] in airplanes and other locations in which use is prohibited. This camera does not support the Eye-Fi card’s Endless mode.
52 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings] Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings] x (Settings.
53 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Adjusting the image processing Adjusting the image processing function [Pixel Mapping] function [Pixel Mapping] x (Settings Menu 2) X Pixel Mapping This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, and no adjustment is needed right after purchase.
54 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). T o play back camera images on a TV T o play back camera images on a TV ● Connection via A V cable 1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[P AL]).
55 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). T ype D (CB-HD1) T ype C For details on changing the input source of the TV , refer to the TV’s instruction manual. When the camera and TV are connected by both an A V cable and an HDMI cable, the HDMI cable will take priority .
56 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Setting the date and time [ Setting the date and time [ X X ] ] x (Settings Menu 2) X X “Language, date, time, and time zone” (p.
57 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Registering the settings for Beauty Fix Registering the settings for Beauty Fix [Beauty Settings] [Beauty Settings] x (Settings Menu 3) X Beauty Settings The effects may not be visible with some subjects.
58 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 8). Recording the shooting location and time information on the images shot Recording the shooting location and time information on t.
59 EN Printing Printing Direct printing (PictBridge *1 ) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer , you can print images directly without using a computer . To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.
60 EN Changing the printer’s settings f or printing [Custom Print] 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [Easy Print] (p. 59) and press the A button. 2 Use FG to select the print mode, and press the A button. Submenu 2 Application Print This prints the image selected in Step 6.
61 EN T o make the detailed printer settings T o make the detailed printer settings 1 Use FGHI to select the setting, and press the A button. Submenu 5 Submenu 6 Application < X 0 to 10 This selects the number of prints. Date With/ Without Selecting [With] prints the images with the date.
62 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.
63 EN Reser ving one print each of all images on the card [ U ] 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [ < ] (p. 62). 2 Use FG to select [ U ], and press the A button. 3 Follow Steps 5 and 6 in [ < ]. Resetting all print reser vation data 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [ < ] (p.
64 EN Usage Tips 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 Battery “The camera does not work even when batteries are installed”.
65 EN Er ror messa ge When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor , check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action Card Error Card problem Insert a new card. Write Protect Card problem The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side.
66 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” ● Taking 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.
67 EN Camera shake “T aking pictures without camera shake” ● Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p. 42) The image pickup device* 1 shifts to correct for camera shake even if the ISO sensitivity is not increased. This function is also effective when taking pictures at a high zoom magni fi cation.
68 EN Batteries “Making batteries last longer” ● Avoid any of the following operations when not actually taking pictures because they deplete the battery power ● Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway . ● Repeatedly using the zoom. ● Set [Power Save] (p.
69 EN Appendix Appendix Camera car e 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.
70 EN Using the card Cards compatible with this camera Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card (commercially available) (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) The Eye-Fi card may become hot during use. When using an Eye-Fi card, the battery may run out faster .
71 EN Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards internal memory and cards The fi gures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline.
72 EN Concer ning GPS Place Names for Locations Outside Japan Place Names for Locations Outside Japan T erms and Conditions T erms and Conditions Personal Use Only Y ou agree to use this Data together.
73 EN Some States, T erritories and Countries do not allow certain warranty exclusions, so to that extent the above exclusion may not apply to you. Disclaimer of Liability: OL YMPUS IMAGING CORPORA TI.
74 EN Countries and regions where landmarks Countries and regions where landmarks can be displayed and recorded can be displayed and recorded Country or regions Screen display Canada CANADA United Sta.
75 EN Country or regions Screen display Republic of Ghana GHANA Republic of Mozambique MOZAMBIQUE Republic of Namibia NAMIBIA Republic of South Africa SOUTH AFRICA Republic of Kenya KENY A New Zealand.
76 EN Country or regions Screen display Republic of Mauritius MAURITIUS Republic of Niger NIGER Republic of Rwanda RW ANDA Republic of Senegal SENEGAL Republic of Seychelles SEYCHELLES Republic of Sie.
77 EN Places of interest Places of interest, tourist destinations, scenic spots Institutions, etc. Theaters T owers Churches Marinas In some countries or regions, there may be few landmarks or their names may differ from what they are of fi cially called.
78 EN Guatemala Aprobado por el INSTITUTO GEOGRAFICO NACIONAL – Resolución del IGN No 186-201 1 Hungary Copyright © 2003; T op-Map Ltd. Italy La Banca Dati Italiana è stata prodotta usando quale riferimento anche cartogra fi a numerica ed al tratto prodotta e fornita dalla Regione T oscana.
79 EN Location — T o avoid damage to the product, mount the product securely on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket. Power Source — Connect this product only to the power source described on the product label. Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using a USB-AC adapter , remove it from the wall outlet immediately .
80 EN • Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain damage, color failure, ghosting on the image pickup device, or may possibly cause fi res. • Do not push or pull severely on the lens. • Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the batteries.
81 EN • Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn off without displaying the battery level warning. • This camera uses a lithium ion battery speci fi ed by Olympus. Do not use any other type of battery . • If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy , camera contact failure may result.
82 EN Warning Warning Unauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe upon the rights of copyright owners.
83 EN Repair , replacement, or adjustment of defective Products shall be Olympus’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 .
84 EN This limited warranty is the complete and exclusive statement of warranty which Olympus agrees to provide with respect to the Products and it shall supersede all prior and contemporaneous oral or written agreements, understandings, proposals, and communications pertaining to the subject matter hereof.
85 EN Wide Guarantee the customer may turn the product in at any Olympus service station. Please notice that not in all countries such Olympus service station exists.
86 EN 2 The customer shall transport the product to the dealer or Olympus authorized service station at his own risk and shall be responsible for any costs incurred in transporting the product.
87 EN • All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective owners. • The standards for camera fi le systems referred to in this manual are the “Design rule for Camera File system/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics and Information T echnology Industries Association (JEIT A).
88 EN SPECIFICA TIONS Camera 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.
89 EN Lithium ion battery (LI-50B) Lithium ion battery (LI-50B) Product type : Lithium ion rechargeable battery Model No. : LI-50BA/LI-50BB Standard voltage : DC 3.
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