Olympus Stylus 500 Digital User Manual

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Table of Contents1011 Miscellaneous - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 151Menu list...

1007SettingsSetting the date and timeThis function lets you set the date and time. The date and time is saved with each image, and is used in the file

1018 Printing picturesYou can print out the pictures you have taken either at a photo shop or at home on your own printer.If you go to a photo shop, i

1028Printing picturesDirect printing (PictBridge)By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out rec

Direct printing (PictBridge)103Printing pictures8Use the USB cable provided to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.1 Turn the printe

Direct printing (PictBridge)1048Printing pictures5 If you selected [ALBUM] in Step 4, select the album that have the picture to print and press e.When

Direct printing (PictBridge)105Printing pictures8Select the picture you want to print.Set the printing data.Print pictures.100100-00300030PRINTPRINTOK

Direct printing (PictBridge)1068Printing picturesSelect the type of printing (print mode). You can print pictures one by one or multiple pictures on a

Direct printing (PictBridge)107Printing pictures8This setting varies depending on the type of printer you use. If only the printer’s standard setting

Direct printing (PictBridge)1088Printing picturesSelect whether to print printing data such as the date and time or file name on the picture when prin

Direct printing (PictBridge)109Printing pictures8To stop and cancel printing, press e.CONTINUE: Continues printing.CANCEL : Cancels printing. All prin

11Basic operation1 Basic operationBasic operationDid you ever feel that advanced shooting and editing functions are only for professional photographer

Direct printing (PictBridge)1108Printing picturesIf an error code appears on the camera’s monitor during direct print setting or printing, see the fol

111Printing pictures8Print settings (DPOF)Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/time information) with

Print settings (DPOF)1128Printing picturesFor print reservation, there are [<] to print selected pictures only or [U] to print all pictures in the

Print settings (DPOF)113Printing pictures8Complete the print reservations.You can select [<] or [U] for print reservation mode.< Makes print res

Print settings (DPOF)1148Printing picturesMake print reservation for only selected picture(s). Playback the picture you want to print and select the n

Print settings (DPOF)115Printing pictures8This function allows you to reset the print reservation data for pictures stored on the card.You can reset a

Print settings (DPOF)1168Printing pictures3 Press b d to display the frame for which you want to reset the print reservation data, then press ac to se

1179 Connecting the camera to a computerViewing the pictures you have taken on your computer is just one of the many ways you can enjoy your pictures.

1189Connecting the camera to a computerFlowUsing the USB cable provided with your camera, you can connect the camera and computer and download (transf

119Connecting the camera to a computer9Using OLYMPUS MasterFor editing and managing image files, install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided

121Basic operationMode dialThis camera features a mode dial for selecting the camera’s mode. The modes are divided into shooting and playback modes. S

Using OLYMPUS Master1209Connecting the camera to a computerBefore installing the OLYMPUS Master software, please confirm that your computer is compati

Using OLYMPUS Master121Connecting the camera to a computer9Windows1 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.• The OLYMPUS Master setup screen is displ

Using OLYMPUS Master1229Connecting the camera to a computer4 Follow the on-screen instructions.• When the OLYMPUS Master licensing agreement is displa

Connecting the camera to a computer123Connecting the camera to a computer9Macintosh1 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.• The CD-ROM window is di

Connecting the camera to a computer1249Connecting the camera to a computer2 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the camera’s multi-connector.• Th

125Connecting the camera to a computer9Starting up OLYMPUS MasterWindows1 Double-click the “OLYMPUS Master” icon on the desktop.• The main menu is d

Starting up OLYMPUS Master1269Connecting the camera to a computer(OLYMPUS Master main menuc “Transfer Images” buttonDownloads images from the camera o

127Connecting the camera to a computer9Displaying camera images on a computerYou can save camera images on your computer.1 Click “Transfer Images” o

Displaying camera images on a computer1289Connecting the camera to a computer(To disconnect the cameraYou can disconnect the camera after downloading

Viewing still pictures and movies129Connecting the camera to a computer93 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera.1 Click “Browse Images” on the OL

13Basic operation1Direct buttonsBy using the direct buttons, operating the camera is even easier.ca (f) buttonIn K mode (shooting still pictures), the

Printing pictures1309Connecting the camera to a computer(To view a movie1 Double-click the movie thumbnail that you want to see in the “Browse Images”

Printing pictures131Connecting the camera to a computer92 Click “Photo” .• The “Photo Print” window is displayed.3 Click “Settings” in the “Photo Pri

To download and save images to a computer without using OLYMPUS Master1329Connecting the camera to a computer7 Click “Print”.• Printing starts.• To re

13310 AppendixThis chapter contains useful information from OLYMPUS.Here you will find what to do when you are stuck or don’t understand the meaning o

13410AppendixTroubleshootingError codesMonitor indication Possible cause Corrective actionqNO CARDThe card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized

Troubleshooting13510Appendix(Preparatory operations(ShootingTroubleshootingPossible cause Corrective actionRef. pageThe camera does not turn on or fun

Troubleshooting13610AppendixThe monitor is hard to see.There is condensation* inside the camera.Turn the camera off and wait until it dries before tur

Troubleshooting13710AppendixThe flash does not fire.The flash is set to [$].Select a flash mode other than [$]. P.41The subject is illuminated.If you

Troubleshooting13810Appendix(Playback of recorded imagesPossible cause Corrective actionRef. pageThe picture is out of focus.A subject unsuited to AF

Troubleshooting13910AppendixThe picture is too dark.The flash was blocked by your finger.Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers away from the

Direct buttons141Basic operationec (Y) buttonIn shooting modes, press the c (Y) button repeatedly to change the setting. The setting alternates betwee

Troubleshooting14010Appendix(When the camera is connected to a computer or printerPictures you have taken do not appear on the monitor.The power is of

14110AppendixCamera care(Cleaning the cameraExterior:• Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water

14210AppendixAC adapter (optional)An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer.An optional Olympus AC adapte

14310AppendixSafety PrecautionsWARNING( Do not use the camera near flammable or explosive gases.• To avoid causing a fire or explosion, never use the

Safety Precautions14410Appendix( Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing.• Do not cover the flash with a hand while firing or touch it after i

Safety Precautions14510Appendix( Use only the AC adapter specified by Olympus.• Never use any AC adapter except one specified by Olympus. Using a diff

Safety Precautions14610AppendixWARNING• Keep batteries dry at all times. Never allow them to come into contact with fresh or salt water.• To prevent b

Safety Precautions14710AppendixCAUTION FOR USAGE ENVIRONMENT• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the came

Safety Precautions14810Appendix• Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a Display mode failure or damage

14910AppendixGlossary of termsCCD (Charge-Coupled Device)This converts light passing through the lens into electrical signals. On this camera, light i

15Basic operation1MenusPress e to display the menu on the monitor.The menu items that can be used differ depending on the mode.About the menusWBMODE M

Glossary of terms15010AppendixPictBridgeA standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of different makers and printing out pictures directly.

15111 MiscellaneousMiscellaneousThis chapter contains all the camera functions described in Chapters 1 to 9.Refer here for the names of the camera par

15211MiscellaneousMenu list Shooting mode menus (K) *1 Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera.Top menu Tab Fu

Menu list15311Miscellaneous Shooting mode menus (n)*1 Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera.Top menu Tab Fun

Menu list15411Miscellaneous Playback mode menus (q) (still pictures)*1Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera.

Menu list15511Miscellaneous Playback mode menus (q) (movies)*1 Available languages vary depending on the area where you purchased this camera.Top men

Menu list15611Miscellaneous Album playback menus (X) *2Not displayed with movies.*3Not displayed with still pictures.Top menu Tab Function SettingRef

15711MiscellaneousList of factory default settingsThe functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. Shooting mode Playback modeZO

List of factory default settings15811Miscellaneous Album playback mode Others*Setting differs according to the region where the camera is sold.SEPIA

15911MiscellaneousScene and shooting functionsSome settings may not be avajlable depending on the shooting mode.For details, refer to the table below.

Menus161Basic operationShortcut menus(Shooting modes (K / n)(Playback mode (q)WBMODE MENUKFgP.47gP.48gP.25Shooting still pictures/moviesERASEMODE MENU

Scene and shooting functions16011Miscellaneous*1 Selectable only [Y] and [<]*2 Fixed at wide-angle.*3 Only [1280 × 960] [1024 × 768] and [640 × 480

16111MiscellaneousNames of partsCameraRemote control receiver gP.60POWER switchLensSelf-timer/Remote control lamp gP.55, 60DC-IN jack gP.142Flash gP.4

Names of parts16211MiscellaneousOK/MENU button (e) gP.14, 19QUICK VIEW button gP.14Strap eyeletMode dial gP.12SpeakerLampgP.128Monitor gP.97, 164Conne

Names of parts16311MiscellaneousThe [INFO] setting allows you to select how much information to display on the screen. Screens with the information di

Names of parts16411MiscellaneousItem IndicationsRef. page1 Shooting scene/ Shooting modeP, L, K, I, H, J, F, 1, 2, o, 3, Y, 4, G, 5, 6, N, 7, 8, 9, 0P

Names of parts16511Miscellaneous(Playback modeStill pictureMovie’0505. . 0202.16 1516 15:3030100100-00300030HQHQ1010 3030+2.0+2.0ISOISO40040025602560

Names of parts16611MiscellaneousItem IndicationsRef. page1 Battery check e, f –2 Album P.713 Print reservation/ number of printsMovie<×10nP.111P.76

16711IndexIndexFor reference page numbers relating to camera parts, see “Names of parts”.2 IN 1 shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58AAC adapte

Index16811IndexLLANDSCAPE Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30LANDSCAPE+PORTRAIT k . . . . . 30Lithium ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145MMacro m

Index16911IndexTrimming P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81, 108Tungsten light 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48UUNDER WATER MACRO s . . . . . 34UNDER W

Menus17Basic operation1Basic operation(Playback album mode (X)Mode menus (K/n/q)(Shooting modes (K/n)CAMERA tab For setting shooting-related functions

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Menus181Basic operation(Playback mode (q)Album menu (X)PLAY tab For setting playing-related functions.EDIT tab For editing saved pictures.CARD tab For

Menus19Basic operation1Basic operationUse the arrow pad and e to select and set the menu items.Follow the operation guide on the screen and use the ar

2NavigationHow to use the cameraUsing a card...Pictures taken with this camera are stored on a xD-Picture Card. By storing the relevant print reservat

Menus201Basic operation4 Press ac to select [SHUTTER SOUND], then press d.• Refer to the arrows on the screen to select a setting with the arrow pad.•

212 Tips before you start taking picturesTips before you start taking picturesYour pictures are almost guaranteed to come out well just by setting you

222Tips before you start taking picturesHolding the cameraSometimes when you look at a picture you have taken, the outline of the subject is blurred.

23Tips before you start taking pictures2If correct focus cannot be obtainedThe camera automatically detects the focus target in the frame. The level o

If correct focus cannot be obtained242Tips before you start taking pictures3 Keeping the shutter button pressed halfway, recompose your shot.4 Press t

25Tips before you start taking pictures2Record modeYou can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Select the best record mode

Record mode262Tips before you start taking pictures(HQ, SQMovies are recorded in Motion-JPEG format.Still picturesMoviesMovie record modesCard capacit

Record mode27Tips before you start taking pictures2Tips before you start taking pictures TIPS• When a picture is transferred to a computer, the size o

Record mode282Tips before you start taking picturesTop menu [K] g “Menus” (P.15)1 Select a record mode from [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] and [SQ2].For movies, s

293 Basic shooting functionsA professional photographer adjusts the exposure to the optimal setting, chooses the best focusing method and even selects

3Using the arrow pad and e button...The arrow pad and e button are for selecting and setting menu options as well as viewing pictures frame by frame.P

303Basic shooting functionsSelecting a shooting mode according to the situationWhen you select a scene mode according to the situation or shooting con

Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation31Basic shooting functions3Basic shooting functionsh INDOORSuitable for taking pictures of the sub

Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation323Basic shooting functionsk SELF PORTRAIT + SELF TIMERSuitable for taking pictures while travelin

Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation33Basic shooting functions3Basic shooting functionsn NIGHT+PORTRAITSuitable for shooting both the

Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation343Basic shooting functionsr UNDER WATER WIDESuitable for shooting a wide area such as a school of

Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation35Basic shooting functions3Basic shooting functions1 Press the a (f) button.2 Select shooting scen

Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation363Basic shooting functionsLets you select an image out of a sequence of still pictures you have t

37Basic shooting functions3Zooming in on a distant subjectYou can zoom in on your subject using the optical zoom and digital zoom. With the optical zo

Zooming in on a distant subject383Basic shooting functionsTop menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [DIGITAL ZOOM] [OFF] / [ON]g“Menus” (P.15)1 Press the T side o

39Basic shooting functions3Taking close-up pictures (macro/super macro mode)Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject (20 cm/8" to

4How to use this manual(Indications used in this manualA sample page is shown below to explain how to read the instructions in this manual. Look at it

Taking close-up pictures (macro/super macro mode)403Basic shooting functionsTIPSThe subject appears in shadow when the super macro mode is used.→ If t

41Basic shooting functions3Flash shootingSelect the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. You can also ad

Flash shooting423Basic shooting functions1 Change the flash mode by repeatedly pressing the b (#) button.• The flash settings change in the order of t

434 Advanced shooting functionsLetting the camera select the optimal settings is simple and easy, but if you want, you can be a lot more creative. Now

444Advanced shooting functionsAF modeThis function allows you to select the focus range of your subject.iESP Focus selection is based on the entire p

45Advanced shooting functions4MeteringThere are two ways of measuring the brightness of a subject.ESP Meters the center of the subject and the surroun

464Advanced shooting functionsISO sensitivityThe higher the ISO value, the greater the camera’s light sensitivity and the better its ability to shoot

47Advanced shooting functions4Exposure compensationThis function allows you to make fine changes to the exposure setting. You can adjust the exposure

484Advanced shooting functionsWhite balanceColor reproduction differs depending on the light conditions. For instance, when daylight, the setting sun

49Advanced shooting functions4HistogramWhen shooting still pictures, you can display a histogram showing the brightness and contrast of your subject i

5Composition of the manualThe title page of each chapter gives a short description of the contents. Be sure to check it out.Basic operationTips before

Histogram504Advanced shooting functionsTop menu [MODE MENU] [CAMERA] [u] [OFF] / [ON]g“Menus” (P.15)Note• The histogram is not displayed in the follow

515 More useful functionsAt a sporting event…Use movie mode to capture the atmosphere by recording the cheers and applause along with the action. Or u

525More useful functionsRecording moviesThis function allows you to record movies. The sound is automatically recorded when recording a movie.Although

Recording movies535More useful functionsNote• Depending on the card, the remaining recording time may drop rapidly during recording. Try using the car

545More useful functionsSequential shootingThis function allows you to take a succession of still pictures at approximately 1.5 frames per second (5 p

555More useful functionsSelf-timer shootingThis function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-tim

565More useful functionsPanorama shootingYou can take advantage of panorama shooting with Olympus cards (xD-Picture Card). Panorama shooting lets you

Panorama shooting575More useful functions2 Make sure that the edges of the pictures overlap, then take the pictures.• The focus, exposure and white ba

585More useful functionsTaking two-in-one picturesThis function allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a single pict

Taking two-in-one pictures595More useful functions2 Take the second shot.• Once the second picture is taken, the monitor automatically returns to the

6Table of ContentsHow to use this manual... 4Composition of the manual ...

605More useful functionsRemote control shooting (optional)This function lets you take pictures using the optional remote control device (RM-1). This i

Remote control shooting (optional)615More useful functions TIPSThe self-timer/remote control lamp does not blink after the shutter button on the remot

625More useful functionsRecording sound with still picturesSound can be recorded when taking still pictures. Recording starts about 0.5 seconds after

636 PlaybackWith film-type cameras, you cannot view the pictures you have taken until the film has been developed. Results can be disappointing when y

646PlaybackSingle-frame playback• The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken.1 Use the arrow pad to play back other pictures.d : Display

Album entry65Playback61 Select the method of album entry.SEL. IMAGE Select the picture one by one and enter them.SET CALENDARSelect the date on the ca

Album entry666Playback(Entering into the calendar3 Select the date that have the picture you want to enter and press e.4 Select [YES] and press e.(Ent

67Playback6PlaybackAlbum playbackPlayback only pictures in albums.1 Select the album you want to playback and press e.• If no pictures are in the albu

Undo entry686PlaybackTop menu [UNDO ENTRY] g“Menus” (P.15)1 Select the method of undoing entry.SEL. IMAGE Allows you to select individual pictures to

Erase album picture69Playback6(Undo all2 Select [UNDO ALL] and press e.3 Select [YES] and press e.Erases a picture from an album. Erasing in this way

Table of Contents75 More useful functions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -51Recording movies ...

Erase album picture706Playback(Erase selected pictures2 Select [SEL. IMAGE] and press e.3 Select the picture you want to erase and press a.• To select

71Playback6PlaybackChanging the title imageYou can change the title image (first image in the album) displayed on the album selection screen.Select th

726PlaybackClose-up playbackPictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 times.1 Displays the still picture you want to enl

73Playback6PlaybackIndex displayThis function lets you show several pictures at the same time on the monitor. The number of pictures shown can be 4, 9

746PlaybackCalendar displayThis function lets you display images stored on the card by specifying the date on a calendar format. If several pictures w

Slideshow75Playback6This function displays still pictures stored in the card one after another. Only the first frame of movies is displayed.Select a s

766PlaybackPicture rotationPictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you turn such pictures 90° cl

Playing back movies77Playback6(Operations during movie playbackPressing ac lets you adjust the sound volume during playback.a : Increases the volume.c

786PlaybackEditing still picturesThis function lets you edit still pictures and store them as new pictures. The following editing operations are possi

Editing still pictures79Playback6Top menu [MODE MENU] [EDIT] [FISHEYE]g“Menus” (P.15)1 Select [FISHEYE] and press e.• The [BUSY] bar appears and after

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Editing still pictures806PlaybackTop menu [MODE MENU] [EDIT] [SEPIA]g“Menus” (P.15)1 Select [SEPIA] and press e.• The [BUSY] bar appears and after th

Editing still pictures81Playback6Top menu [MODE MENU] [EDIT] [P] g“Menus” (P.15)1 Select [P] and press e.2 Use the arrow pad and zoom button to decide

Recording sound826PlaybackSound can be added to a still picture that you have already taken. (This is known as “after-recording”.) You can also re-rec

83Playback6PlaybackCreating an index9 frames extracted from a movie are displayed as an index and stored on the card as a still picture.Select a pictu

846PlaybackPlayback on a TVUse the AV cable provided with the camera to play back recorded images on your TV. You can play back both still pictures an

Playback on a TV85Playback6You can select [NTSC] or [PAL] according to your TV’s video signal type. When playing back pictures while connected to a TV

866PlaybackInformation displayThis function lets you display detailed shooting information on the monitor for approx. 3 seconds in the playback mode.

87Playback6PlaybackHistogramWhen viewing still pictures, you can display a histogram showing the luminance components.The histogram display can be set

886PlaybackProtecting picturesYou are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erase

Erasing pictures89Playback6Select the picture that you want to erase and display the top menu.Top menu [ERASE] g“Menus” (P.15)1 Select [YES] and press

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906PlaybackFormattingThis function lets you format the memory card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Before using non-OLYMPUS cards or cards

917 SettingsOne of the key features of a digital camera is that you can view the pictures you have taken immediately.But that isn’t all. Another advan

927SettingsAll resetThis function lets you choose whether or not to save the current camera settings after the power is turned off. The settings affec

93Settings7Selecting a languageYou can select a language for on-screen display. Available language vary depending on the area where you purchased this

947SettingsPower on setupYou can select a picture and/or sound volume to be displayed/output when the power is turned on. You can also register your f

95Settings7Screen setupYou can register your favorite picture for display when the power is turned on. Register a picture from the pictures saved on t

967SettingsSetting screen colorYou can select the screen color displayed on the monitor from 4 patterns.Top menu [MODE MENU] [SETUP] [COLOR][NORMAL] /

97Settings7Shutter soundYou can choose from 3 different sounds for the shutter button. You can also set the volume of the sound to [LOW] or [HIGH]. Yo

987SettingsFile nameThe camera automatically creates file names and folder names for images to be stored in. Files can be numbered from 0001 to 9999 a

99Settings7Pixel mappingThe pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing functions. It is not necessary to