Olympus Camedia D-360L Operations Instructions Page 1

PREPARATIONSTAKING PICTURESDISPLAYING PICTURES ON THE LCD MONITORPRINTING PICTURESUSING A PERSONALCOMPUTERMISCELLANEOUSn Before using your camera, rea

10HANDLINGWARNING1. NEVER TRY TO USE THE FLASH WHEN TAKING PICTURES OFPEOPLE (ESPECIALLY INFANTS) AT CLOSE RANGE. THE CAMERA’SFLASH MAY DAMAGE THE SUB

100TRANSFERRING DATA FROMSmartMediaPC CARD ADAPTERThe picture data in the SmartMedia can be directly transferred to apersonal computer equipped with a

101USING CAMEDIA MasterVIEWING IMAGES STORED IN THE CARDON YOUR COMPUTERYou can view images stored in a SmartMedia card via CAMEDIA Master.Start CAMED

102Place the cursor on thedesired image and double-click on it.This will magnify and display theselected image.4TRANSFERRING DATA USING CAMEDIAMasterC

103PROCESSING IMAGES USINGCAMEDIA MasterYou can process images (changing tones, composing, and so on) usingthe provided CAMEDIA Master or other applic

104Select [Image] - [Instant Fix]on the menu bar.This will brighten the selectedimage.2CORRECTING BLURRY IMAGESBacklight sometimes makes the whole ima

105Place the cursor on the imageyou want to correct anddouble-click on it.This will display the selectedimage.Select [Image] – [Filter] –[Sharpen] on

106This will sharpen the selectedimage.COMPOSING IMAGES WITH TEMPLATESYou can easily compose images with templates in CAMEDIA Master.Place the cursor

107Select [Image] - [TemplateSuperimpose] on the menubar.This will display the composewindow.Select a template and click on[Apply].This will display t

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA6MISCELLANEOUS

114. DO NOT LEAVE THIS CAMERA WITHIN THE REACH OF INFANTS ORCHILDREN. • THE CHILD MIGHT PUT THE STRAP AROUND HIS OR HER NECK.THIS COULD CAUSE STRANGUL

110QUESTIONS AND ANSWERSQHow long will the batteries last?ABattery life is affected by many variables such as the amount of LCDmonitor use, the freque

111Q Why do the subjects’ eyes sometimes appear red in pictures?AThis “red-eye phenomenon” occurs with all cameras when a flash isused. It is caused b

112TROUBLESHOOTINGOPERATING PROBLEMSThe camera does not work.1 The power is OFF.[ Open the lens barrier to turn on the power. (P. 31)2 The batteries a

113The flash does not fire.1 The flash mode was set to the Off mode.[ Check the flash mode before shooting. (P. 49) The flash cannot be used in the Se

114When the camera is connected to a computer, an error messageappears while data is being transferred to the computer.1 The cable is not plugged in c

115The picture is too dark.1 The flash was blocked by a finger.[ Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers away from theflash. (P. 35)2 The subj

116SYSTEM CHARTA variety of capabilities are available when connected to optionalequipment.Printer (P-330N/P-330)TVPersonalcomputerMO driveModemSmartM

117ERROR CODESLCD monitor ErrorThere is no card in the camera. Insert aSmartMedia card.No more photographs can be taken. Replace theSmartMedia, erase

118OPTIONAL ITEMS• Photo Printers For Olympus Digital Cameras• AC Adapter• Camera Case• Standard SmartMedia Card (8/16/32/64MB)• Special Function Sma

119COMPATIBILITY OF THEPICTURE DATA• Images taken by this camera may not be properly displayed with otherOlympus digital cameras.• Images taken by oth

12CAUTION1. IF YOU NOTICE AN UNUSUAL SMELL, NOISE, OR SMOKE EMITTINGFROM THIS CAMERA, UNLOAD THE BATTERIES CAREFULLY TOAVOID BEING BURNED. (WHEN UNLOA

120SPECIFICATIONSProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording System : Digital recording (JPEG/TIFF with “Designrule for Camer

121Viewfinder : Optical real image viewfinder (Close-upcorrection marks, Autofocus mark/Backlighting correction mark), LCD monitorLCD monitor : 1.8&qu

122Power supply : This camera uses four AA nickel metalhydride batteries, AA lithium batteries, AAalkaline batteries or AA NiCd batteries. Donot use m

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13BATTERY HANDLINGn This camera uses four AA NiMH batteries, AA alkaline batteries, AAlithium batteries or AA NiCd batteries. n Performance will be li

14CONTENTSImportant safety instructlons...2For safe use...

15Off...51Fill-In flash ...

16PRINTING PICTURES...87Printing pictures...

17nThe 1,310,000-pixel CCD delivers the highest picturequality in its class.nOlympus high-recording mode lens equals those foundon single lens reflex

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1PREPARATIONOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

22IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTlONSThank you for purchasing the Olympus digital camera. Before you start touse your new camera, please read these instruct

20CHECKING THE CONTENTSMade in JapanMade in JapanVideo cableRS-232C PC serial cableInstructions/Warranty card/Registration cardStatic-free caseIndex l

21NAMES OF PARTSShutter release/OK button (P. 36)Flash mode button/Print button (P. 49/89)Flash (P. 49)LensCard compartmentcover (P. 28)Computer conne

22NAMES OF PARTS (cont.)LCD monitor (P. 42)Viewfinder (P. 40)Green lamp (P. 40)Threaded mount (bottom)Battery compartment open/closelever (bottom) (P.

23CONTROL PANELSLOWISOSQSHQWBLCD MONITORFrame numberDateBattery checkProtectTimeRecording modeSpot metering mode (P. 58)White balance (P. 61)Sequentia

24ATTACHING THE STRAPAttach the strap to the strap hole on the camera.Caution:• Attach the strap correctly as shown so that the camera does not fallof

25This camera uses four AA nickel metal–hydride batteries, AA alkalinebatteries, AA lithium batteries or AA NiCd batteries.Performance will be limited

26LOADING THE BATTERIES(cont.)Note:• Make sure that the power is off before loading the batteries.• Do not touch the inside of the battery compartment

27An optional Olympus AC adapter allows you to power your digital camerafrom a common AC wall outlet.USING THE AC ADAPTER (Optional)Note:• Olympus 3V

28Insert the SmartMedia card in the direction shown.Make sure that the camerapower is off.Open the Card compartmentcover.Insert the SmartMedia cardcor

29You can adjust the date and time.Close the lens barrier, pressthe LCD monitor ON/OFFbutton, then press the Menubutton several times todisplay the sc

331. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should beread before the product is operated.2. Retain Instructions — The safety an

30ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME(cont.)• For accurate setting, press theOK button when the clock hits00 seconds.Caution:• The adjusted date will be cance

31LEARNING THE BASICSTURNING ON THE POWERTo turn on the camera in theRecord mode (p. 39 ~ 70),slide open the lens barrier onthe camera.• The remaining

32LEARNING THE BASICS (cont.)CHECKING THE CARDWhen the power is turned on in the Record mode, the camera checksthe SmartMedia card.When there is no Sm

33CHECKING THE BATTERIESWhen the power is turned on in the Record mode, the remaining batterypower will be displayed on the control panel.lights and t

34CHECKING THE NUMBER OF STORABLEPICTURESWhen the power is turned on in the Record mode, the number of storablepictures will appear on the control pan

35HOLDING THE CAMERAHold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows atyour sides to prevent the camera from moving.ProperProperImprop

36PROPER SHUTTER RELEASEPress the Shutter release buttonhalfway to lock the focus andexposure.• The Green lamp next to theviewfinder lights.• If the G

37TURNING OFF THE POWERIn the Record mode, slide thelens barrier closed.• The displays on the controlpanel will go out.In the Display mode, press theL

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2TAKING PICTURESOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

410. Grounding or Polarization — This product,when used with an optional ACadapter, may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (ap

TAKING PICTURES USING THE OPTICALVIEWFINDERSlide open the lens barrier.Compose the picture byplacing the subject within theautofocus marks in theviewf

41Caution:•NEVER open the card cover, eject the card, remove the batteries, orpull the plug while the camera is in operation. It may destroy the datai

TAKING PICTURES USING THE LCDMONITOROpen the lens barrier. Pressthe LCD monitor ON/OFFbutton to turn on the LCDmonitor.• Press the button again to tur

43Note:• Do not push the LCD monitor forcibly.• Pictures that appear on the LCD monitor are for composition purposesonly.• It is recommended to use th

44QUICK VIEWYou can immediately shift from the Record mode to the Display mode,and check the picture you have just taken.When the lens barrier is open

45FOCUS LOCKIf your main subject is not within the autofocus marks, follow theprocedure below to obtain focus. This is called focus lock.Position your

46AUTOFOCUSThere are certain conditions where the autofocus may not work properlyeven when the Green lamp blinks when the Shutter release button ispre

473 Subjects in excessively bright lightLock the focus on an object that is at the same distance from the cameraas the subject, then aim at the subjec

48WORKING RANGEClose-up CorrectionThe viewfinder’s picture frame shows the area that can be shot forsubjects at ∞. However, the picture area will move

49USING THE FLASHSelect the flash mode according to the shooting conditions.You can select the following flash modes with each press of the Flashmode

516. Damage Requiring Service — If using the optional AC adapter, unplugthis product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified servicepers

50AUTO-FLASHIn the Auto-Flash mode, the flash will fire automatically in low-light andbacklight conditions.When you take a picture that is backlit, po

51OFF (FLASH OVERRIDE)In the Off mode, the flash does not fire even in low-light conditions. Usethis mode in situations where flash photography is not

52SLOW SHUTTER SYNCHRONIZATIONFLASHThe flash will fire automatically during the first half of a slow shutterspeed’s release duration. It is especially

53MACRO MODEYou can get as close as 4" to your subject. An approx. 3" x 4.7" subjectcan be photographed fully within the frame.Open th

54The subject can be photographed (cropped to appear) twice as large.Open the lens barrier.Press the Macro/Digital Telebutton twice to turn on theLCD

55SELFTIMERUse a tripod to hold the camera securely.Open the lens barrier.Press the Selftimer button.• appears on the controlpanel.Aim at your subject

56RECORD MENUYou can select the following modes with each press of the Menu buttonin the Record mode (lens barrier open).Mode UseStandard mode For tak

57EXPOSURE COMPENSATIONIn addition to automatic exposure, you can also adjust it manually by +/–2 (approx. 0.5 steps). Adjust + when the subject is mo

The Spot metering mode is used to obtain the right exposure regardlessof the backlight. Place the subject in the center of the autofocus marks.Open th

There are 5 recording modes.Open the lens barrier andpress the Menu button severaltimes to display the screenshown.Select the recording modeusing the

Radio and Television InterferenceChange or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer mayvoid the user’s authority to operate this equip

60Mode Resolution CompressionSQ 640 x 480 StandardHQ 1280 x 960 StandardSHQ 1280 x 960 Minimal (JPEG)No (TIFF – larger file size)Note:• The number of

61WHITE BALANCEYou can match the white balance to the light source by selecting Auto,(Daylight), (Overcast), (Tungsten light) or (Fluorescentlight)

You can select the sensitivity. The higher the ISO, the faster the shutterspeed that can be used and the lower the amount of light required.Open the l

63SEQUENCE MODEIn the Sequence mode, the camera takes pictures sequentially while theShutter release button is pressed.Open the lens barrier andpress

64Note:• The flash cannot be used in the Sequence mode. • This mode can only be used in the SQ mode (automatically set).• Since the shutter speed in t

65PANORAMA MODEYou can make panorama pictures.Open the lens barrier andpress the Menu button severaltimes to display the screenshown.Select the connec

66Press the Menu button againto cancel the Panorama mode.4Note:• The Panorama mode is available only when an Olympus brand Standardmemory card is used

67BEEP SOUNDYou can turn the operating beep sound on or off.Open the lens barrier andpress the Menu button severaltimes to display the screenshown.Sel

68FILE NUMBERYou can select the file numbering system. It is especially useful whendownloading data to a personal computer.About the File No. and Fold

69Open the lens barrier andpress the Menu button severaltimes to display the screenshown.Select the file numberingsystem using the +/– buttons,then pr

7WARNING• Keep the batteries away from children.• If a battery is swallowed, see a doctor immediately.• Dispose of used lithium batteries promptly, in

70SETTING RESETYou can save your settings even after the power is turned off.Open the lens barrier andpress the Menu button severaltimes to display th

3DISPLAYINGPICTURES ON THELCD MONITOROLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

72DISPLAYING RECORDED PICTURESYou can display the pictures you have taken on the LCD monitor.Press the LCD monitorON/OFF button with the lensbarrier c

73With each press of the +button, you can view thesucceeding picture.With each press of the –button, you can view thepreceding picture.44Note:• Do not

74This function works when the lens barrier is closed.Close the lens barrier andpress the LCD monitorON/OFF button to turn on theLCD monitor.Press the

You can prevent accidental erasure of pictures you want to keep.Close the lens barrier, pressthe LCD monitor ON/OFFbutton and display the pictureyou w

76You can delete pictures you do not need.Close the lens barrier, pressthe LCD monitor ON/OFFbutton and display the pictureyou want to erase.Press the

77CONNECTING TO A TELEVISIONRecorded images can be viewed on a TV.Make sure that the power of the TV and the camera are off beforeconnecting.Connect t

You can select the following modes with each press of the Menu buttonin the Display mode (lens barrier closed).Mode UseRegular display For a regular d

79CLOSE-UP DISPLAY MODE (3X INSPECTION)You can enlarge images by 3 times.Close the lens barrier, pressthe LCD monitor ON/OFFbutton and display the pic

8Danger: Ignoring this Danger mark and operating this productincorrectly may lead to serious injury or death.Warning: Ignoring this Warning mark and

80You can run through all the stored pictures automatically.Close the lens barrier andpress the LCD monitorON/OFF button to turn on theLCD monitor.Pre

81FILE NUMBER DISPLAYYou can select either the file number or the frame number to bedisplayed.Close the lens barrier andpress the LCD monitorON/OFF bu

82CARD SETUPALL-FRAME ERASEClose the lens barrier andpress the LCD monitorON/OFF button to turn on theLCD monitor.Press the Menu button severaltimes t

83Caution:•Be careful not to erase important picture data by mistake as it cannotbe retrieved.•Never open the card cover, eject the card, remove the b

84CARD SETUP (cont.)CARD FORMATClose the lens barrier andpress the LCD monitorON/OFF button to turn on theLCD monitor.Press the Menu button severaltim

85Note:• Formatting the card erases the existing data, including pictures whichhave been write-protected from the camera. Be careful not to eraseimpor

86LCD BRIGHTNESSYou can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.Close the lens barrier andpress the LCD monitorON/OFF button to turn on theLCD monito

4PRINTINGPICTURESOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

88PRINTING PICTURESThere are two types of printing available with this camera.One is Card-Print, which stores data conforming to the “Design rule forC

89Mode UseRegular display For a regular display.Date print For storing data for Date-Print (card). (p. 90)Print reserve For storing data for pictures

9WARNING1. DO NOT ALLOW BATTERIES TO COME IN CONTACT WITH WATEROR SEA WATER.2. DO NOT USE BATTERIES THAT ARE NOT DESIGNATED FOR USEWITH THIS CAMERA.3.

90CARD-PRINT (cont.)DATE-PRINT (CARD)You can store data for printing the date with pictures. (p. 88)Close the lens barrier and pressthe Print button t

91PRINT-RESERVE (CARD)You can store data for making prints with a printer or at a lab thatsupports this system. (p. 88)Close the lens barrier and pres

92Note:• The data will remain in the card until the setting is changed.• RESET erases all of the selections.• Functions may not work fully depending o

Direct print is possible by inserting a recorded SmartMedia into the P-330N/P-330 printer.[Main features]Single printMulti print (4/9/16-cut)Random pr

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA5USING APERSONALCOMPUTER

96COMPUTER SYSTEMREQUIREMENTSWhen using the provided utility software:Personal computers used with this camera must conform to the followingminimum st

97INSTALLING PROVIDEDSOFTWARETo take full advantage of a wide range of functions, including download,display, storage and panorama, your Olympus digit

98CONNECTING TO A PERSONALCOMPUTERUse the appropriate connector according to your computer’s platform.● IBM PC/AT compatibleConnect the provided RS-23

99USING A PERSONALCOMPUTERInstall CAMEDIA Master (provided).Make sure that the power of the personal computer and thecamera are OFF before connecting.