Olympus TG3 User Manual

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

10EN Viewing photographs (Playing back images)Turn on the camera.Press the q button.• Your most recent photograph is displayed.• Press HI to select a

100EN List of settings available in each shooting modeFor the available settings of O and ART, refer to “List of O settings” (P. 102) and “List of ART

101EN List of ART settingsPop ArtSoft FocusPale&Light ColorGrainy FilmPin HoleDioramaDramatic TonePicture Mode―― ― ―― ― ―FlashRR R RR R RExposure

102EN List of O settingsBeF1HGUC23`Picture Mode―――R―――――――Flash*1 *1 ―R――*1 *1 *1 *1 ―Exposure Comp.―――R―――――――White balance―――R―――――――ISO―――R―――――――o

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104ENWARNING!TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, NEVER DISASSEMBLE, EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO WATER OR OPERATE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT.

105EN • Never leave the camera on or near electromagnetic devices.This may cause overheating, burning, or exploding. • Do not connect terminals with a

106ENUsing the wireless LAN functionUsing the wireless LAN function • Turn off the camera in hospitals and other locations where medical equipment is

107EN • Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are used. • During the conditions described below, power is consumed conti

108ENMonitorMonitor • Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback mode failure or damage to the mo

109EN • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should be used to connect the camera

11EN Recording movies1 Press the R (movie) button to start recording.• The movie is shot in the set shooting mode. Note that the shooting mode effect

110ENWHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTYExcluded from this limited warranty and not warranted by Olympus in any fashion, either express, impl

111ENWHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDEDThe customer must transfer any image or other data saved on a Product to another image or data storage medium an

112ENProvisions of warranty1 If this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Handling Care

113ENFor customers in AsiaFor customers in AsiaProvisions of warranty1 lf this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in

114ENDisclaimer of WarrantyOlympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content if these written

115ENSpecificationsCameraProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording systemStill pictures : Digital recording, JPEG (in accor

116ENDust resistance : IEC Standard publication 529 IP6X (under OLYMPUS test conditions)GPSReception frequency: 1575.42 MHz (GPS/ Quasi-Zenith Satelli

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12EN Movie playbackSelect a movie in the Playback mode, and press the A button.00:12/00:3400:12/00:34During playbackMovie’14/02/2612:3012:304/304/30’1

13EN Erasing images during playback1 Display the image you want to erase and press G ().• To erase a movie, select the movie to erase and press G (

14EN Playing back panorama and grouped images Playing back panorama imagesPanorama images that were combined together using [Auto] or [Manual] can be

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16ENMonitor displayShooting screen displaysF6.9F6.91/1001/1000.00.0AUTOWBAUTOWBAUTOISOAUTOISOSCNSCN0:00:340:00:34Date44NORMzz16M4:3nnG880hPa 1200m880h

17ENNo. Name Normal Detailed No info.1Shooting modeRR–2Connection to SmartphoneRRR3LatitudeRR–4LongitudeRR–5Sub modeRR–6Picture ModeRR–7FlashRR–8Expos

18ENPlayback mode display• Normal12:30’14/02/26’14/02/26 12:3010104/304/3087252623 645Still image• No information26• Detailed100-00044/304/302.01/1000

19ENNo. Name Normal Detailed No info.1Battery check–R–2Eye-Fi transfer data/Wi-FiRR–3ProtectRR–4Adding soundRR–5Share orderRR–6Print reservation/numbe

2ENUnpack the box contentsThe following items are included with the camera.If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchas

20ENShooting using basic functions Using the shooting modes Selecting shooting modeTurn the mode dial to set the shooting mode to the indicator. • Aft

21EN A (iAUTO mode)A full auto mode in which the camera automatically optimizes settings for the current scene. The camera does all the work, which is

22ENO (scene mode)Only by selecting a sub mode according to the subject or the scene, you can shoot with an proper setting.Sub mode ApplicationBPortr

23ENSub mode ApplicationsPanoramaYou can shoot and combine multiple images to create an image with a wide angle of view (panoramic image).EBacklight H

24EN4 Use FG to highlight an option and press A to select.FrameSets the number of frames to be shot between 1 and 99 frames.Start Waiting TimeSets the

25ENs PanoramaWhen shooting a panorama, you can select the method of combining images using the submenu.1 Select [s Panorama].2 Press G to go to the s

26ENTaking pictures with [Manual]1 Use FGHI to specify at which edge the next picture is to be connected, and then press the A button.2 Press the shu

27EN ART (art filters)You can shoot with color and effect like posters and paintings.Sub mode ApplicationPop ArtEnhances the color and atmosphere of a

28ENP (PHOTO STORY)When shooting, an image is incorporated into a layout frame set to create a desired collage. This enables wide range of photo expr

29EN5 Shoot each frame in the same way.• Shot images are displayed in the frames.• Press  (G) to cancel the image in the directly preceding frame an

3ENNames of parts1 Connector cover2 Connector cover lock3 LOCK knob4 Speaker5 Strap eyelet6 Lens7 Self-timer lamp/LED Illuminator/AF illuminator8 Fl

30EN Using the zoomPressing the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range.PP0.00.0AUTOWBAUTOWBAUTOISOAUTOISO16M3.43.444NORM00:3400:344:3W side T sideZoom

31ENUsing shooting options (Set by direct button)Some items are not available in some shooting modes. g “List of settings available in each shooting m

32EN Exposure compensationCompensates the brightness (appropriate exposure) adjusted by the camera.1 Press the +/- button (F), and then press HI for t

33EN Single/Sequential1 Press the jY button (G) to display the direct menu.2 Select an option using HI and press A.oSingle-frame shootingShoots 1 fram

34ENSelf timerSets the time after the shutter button is pressed until the picture is taken.1 Press the jY button (G) to display the direct menu.2 Sele

35ENUsing shooting options (Set by function menu)Some items are not available in some shooting modes. g “List of settings available in each shooting

36EN• The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Picture Mode Sets the processing options.hVivid Produces vivid colors.iNatural Prod

37EN Flash Sets the flash firing method._Flash AutoThe flash fires automatically in low-light or backlight conditions.! RedeyePre-flashes are emitted

38EN ISO sensitivity Sets the ISO sensitivity.lISO AutoThe camera automatically sets the sensitivity with priority on image quality.mHigh ISO AutoThe

39EN Image size (still images)Sets the number of recording pixels.4608×3456 Suitable for printing pictures over A3 (11×17 in.).43200×2400 Suitable fo

4ENPreparations for shooting Inserting and removing the battery and card1 Follow Steps 1, 2 and 3 to open the battery/card compartment cover.• Turn o

40ENUsing the setup menu functions Setup menuMENUCamera Menu 1 BackWi-Fi StartWi-Fi StartAF ModeResetResetCompressionShadow AdjustNormalAutoDigital Zo

41EN Using the setup menuPress the  button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of came

42EN42ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).• The default settings of the function are highlighted in .z Camera Menu 1 Restoring the shootin

43EN43ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Brightening the subject against backlight z [Shadow Adjust]Submenu 2 ApplicationAuto Automatically

44EN44ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Selecting the method for measuring the brightness z [ESP/n]Submenu 2 ApplicationESPShoots to obtai

45EN45ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). z Camera Menu 2Reducing the blur caused by the camera shake when shootingz [Image Stabilizer]Subm

46EN46ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).Using the assist lamp for shooting a dark subject z [AF Illuminat.]Submenu 2 ApplicationOff The AF

47EN47ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).Automatically rotating images shot with the camera in a vertical position during playback z [Pic Or

48EN48ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Shooting larger pictures than when using optical zoom with low degrading of image quality z [Super

49EN49ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). A Movie Menu Selecting the image size for movies A [Image Size]Submenu 2 Application1080p 720pVGA

5EN To remove the cardPress the card in until it clicks and comes out slightly, then remove the card.214 Follow Steps 1, 2 and 3 to close battery/card

50EN50ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Reduce wind noise in the recorded sound when recording movie A [Wind Noise Setting]Submenu 2 Appli

51EN51ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).Editing still images q [Edit]Submenu 1 Submenu 2Edit (still images)QP. 51PP. 51RP. 52Shadow AdjP. 5

52EN52ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Adding sound to still images q [R]Submenu 1 Submenu 2EditR1 Use HI to select an image.2 Aim the m

53EN53ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Rotating images q [y]Submenu 1 Submenu 2Edity1 Use HI to select an image.2 Press the A button to r

54EN54ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). To individually select and erase images [Sel. Image]1 Use FG to select [Sel. Image], and press the

55EN55ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). d Settings Menu 1 Erasing data completely d [Memory Format]/ d [Format]• Before formatting, chec

56EN56ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Saving custom settings d [Custom Mode Setup]Submenu 2 ApplicationSet Save current settings.Reset

57EN57ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).Selecting the camera sound and its volume d [Sound Settings]Submenu 2 Submenu 3 ApplicationSound Ty

58EN58ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Playing back images on a TV d [TV Out] The TV video signal system varies depending on the countr

59EN59ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Setting the date and time d [X]1 Press FG of the arrow pad to select the year for [Y].2 Press I of

6EN Charging the battery1 Check that the battery is in the camera, and connect the USB cable and USB-AC adapter.• The battery is not fully charged at

60EN60ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). Setting functions specifically for tough conditions d [Tough Settings]Displaying the current altit

61EN61ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).Operating the camera by tapping the body (Tap Control)Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 ApplicationToug

62EN62ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).To adjust the tap control1 Select [Calibrate] in Submenu 3 and press the A button.2 Select the pa

63EN63ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41). d Settings Menu 3 Recording the shooting location and time information on the images shot d [GPS S

64EN64ENFor the operation method, refer to (P. 41).Adjusting interval settings d [Interval Settings]Submenu 2Submenu 3ApplicationFrame1 to 99 (frames)

65EN Connecting the camera to a smartphoneIf you use the wireless LAN functions on the camera to connect to a smartphone with Wi-Fi connectivity, you

66EN Capabilities of OI.Share• Transfer images to a smartphone from the cameraImages on the camera can be imported to a smartphone.You can easily pos

67EN Setting up a wireless LAN connection (Wi-Fi Settings)The following describes how to set up the connection settings and change the password when u

68EN Sharing images over Wi-Fi connection (Share Order)With [One-Time], you can select the images to share in advance.1 Select [Share Order] in the q

69ENUsing GPS functionUse the camera GPS function to record the position information in the images or record movement tracking.• Latitude and longitu

7ENWhen to charge the batteriesCharge the battery when the error message shown on the right appears.Error messageBattery EmptyFlashes in red

70EN Using GPS function (GPS Settings)1 Select [GPS Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 (P. 41) and press A.2 Select [GPS] and press A.3 Select [On] an

71ENUsing the electronic compass (Measurement position information screen)1 Press and hold the INFO button while the shooting screen is displayed.•

72ENUsing an information acquisition function to display movement tracking (Track)1 Select [GPS Settings] in the d Settings Menu 3 (P. 41) and press

73ENConnecting the camera to another device Viewing camera images on TVUse the AV cable (sold separately) to playback recorded images on your TV. You

74EN• If the camera is connected using both an A/V and HDMI cable, it will assign priority to HDMI.• Do not connect the USB cable and HDMI cable at

75EN Printing Pictures Direct printing (PictBridge)By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out r

76EN3 Press I.• The picture selection screen appears when printing is completed. To print another picture, use HI to select the image and press A.•

77ENSelecting pictures you want to printSelect pictures you want to print. The selected pictures can be printed later (single-frame reservation) or th

78EN Print reservation (DPOF)In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint option are saved in the image on the card. This enables easy

79EN  Reserving one print each of all images on the card [U]1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [<] (P. 78).2 Use FG to select [U], and press the A button.3

8EN Turning on the camera and making the initial settingsWhen you turn on the camera for the first time, a screen appears enabling to set the language

80EN Connecting the camera to a computerConnecting the cameraSmaller terminalUSB port Multi-connectorUSB cable If nothing is displayed on the camera

81ENCopying pictures to a computerYour camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class. You can transfer images to a computer by connecting the camera to t

82EN Installing Software  Windows1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.Windows XP• A “Setup” dialog will be displayed.Windows Vista / Windows 7

83EN  Macintosh1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.• The disk contents should automatically be displayed in the Finder. If they are not, doub

84ENUsage TipsIf 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 t

85EN  MonitorDifficult to see.• Condensation may have occurred. Turn off the power, and wait for the camera body to become acclimated to the surroun

86EN Error message• When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor, check the corrective action.Error message Corrective actionCard Error

87ENError message Corrective actionThe Image Cannot Be EditedProblem with selected imageUse photo retouch software, etc. to edit the image on a comput

88ENShooting tipsWhen you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below.  FocusingFocusing on the subject.•

89EN  Camera shakeTaking pictures without camera shake.• Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer]. g P. 45The camera detects camera movement to redu

9ENUsing basic functions Taking photographs1 Press the n button to turn on the camera.When the camera is turned on, the monitor will turn on.2 Set the

90EN  Color hueTaking pictures with colors at the same shade as they appear.• Taking pictures by selecting white balance. g P. 37Best results in mos

91EN InformationCleaning and storing the cameraCamera careExterior:• Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mi

92ENStorage• When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery, adapter and card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well ventilate

93ENEye-Fi card• Use the Eye-Fi card in compliance with the laws and regulations of the country where the camera is used. Remove the Eye-Fi card from

94EN Number of storable pictures (still images)/Recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards The fi gures for the number of storable stil

95ENUsing separately sold accessories Taking pictures with the Olympus Wireless RC Flash SystemYou can take pictures with a wireless flash when using

96EN6 Take a test shot to check the operation of the flash and the resulting image.• Be sure to check the charge level of the camera and wireless fla

97ENTo attach/remove the LED light guideMarks for attachingAttach directionRemove directionLED light guideTo attach/remove the conversion lens/filterM

98EN Important information about water and shock resistant featuresWater resistance: The waterproof feature is warranted*1 to operate at depths up to

99ENAfter Use:• Be sure to wipe off any excess water or debris after using the camera under water.• After the camera is used under seawater, immerse